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ADCP-96-015
Issue 1
July 2004
Fiber Distribution Terminal
ACE-142S/142V Cabinet

User Manual

19603-A
1290491 Rev A

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    ADCP-96-015 Issue 1 July 2004 Fiber Distribution Terminal ACE-142S/142V Cabinet User Manual 19603-A 1290491 Rev A...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY Contents herein are current as of the date of publication. ADC reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. In no event shall ADC be liable for any damages resulting from loss of data, loss of use, or loss of profits and ADC further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ACE-142S/142V Cabinet ........
  • Page 4 CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE........... 49 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page iv © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Page...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    ABOUT THIS MANUAL This publication provides a complete description of the Fiber Distribution Terminal (FDT) ACE-142S/142V Cabinet. Also included are procedures for mounting the cabinet, installing and splicing the feeder and distribution cables, installing additional connector panels and splitter modules, connecting the splitter output fibers to the distribution fibers, and replacing damaged components.

  • Page 6: Standards Certification

    The acronyms and abbreviations used in this manual are detailed in the following list: American Wire Gauge Centigrade Fahrenheit Fiber Distribution Terminal Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve FTTP Fiber To The Premises Outside Plant Pad Mount Frame Page vi © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.

  • Page 7: Description

    1 DESCRIPTION This section provides a description of the ACE-142S/142V cabinet plus specifications. Also included is a listing of the various accessories and kits. ACE-142S/142V Cabinet The ACE-142S/142V cabinet is a secure, above-ground, outdoor fiber optic distribution cabinet that is designed to hold the splice trays, splitters, connector panels, and connector storage panel required for various Fiber To The Premises (FTTP) applications.
  • Page 8 On an optional basis, the cabinet may be ordered with the distribution cables pre-installed. The ACE-142S/142V cabinet is constructed of heavy gauge aluminum and is coated with an almond-colored finish. The cabinet doors are equipped with tamper-resistant latches with hasps for padlocks, stainless steel hinges, and door catches to prevent accidental closing.
  • Page 9 Table 1. ACE-142S/142V Cabinet Specifications, continued PARAMETER Insertion loss at test bandpass 1x8 standard APC/SC 1x32 standard APC/SC Return loss at test bandpass 1x8 standard APC/SC 1x32 standard APC/SC 30.8 IN. (78.2 CM) 27.3 IN. (69.3 CM) Figure 2. ACE-142S/142V Cabinet Dimensions ADCP-96-015 •...

  • Page 10: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Accessories and Replacement Parts Refer to Table 2 are available for the ACE-142S/142V cabinet. Table 2. ACE-142S/142V Cabinet Accessories and Replacement Parts DESCRIPTION Mounting Kits Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve (see FMS sleeve cover FMS adapter cover...

  • Page 11: Before Starting The Installation

    Installation Overview Installation of the ACE-142S/142V cabinet involves the following main tasks: Installing a Support Base–The cabinet must be mounted on a suitable support base. The following two mounting options are available: •...

  • Page 12: Cabinet Installation Hardware

    • Hole saw and drill (use to cut holes for cable conduit if pre-drilled holes are not usable) • Landscaping equipment and site restoration supplies Page 6 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Table 4) for securing the ACE-142S/142V cabinet to Table 4. Cabinet Installation Fasteners QUANTITY Table...

  • Page 13: Cabinet Mounting

    The next two sections provides instructions for mounting the cabinet on either a fiberglass mounting sleeve or concrete pad. Use whichever procedure is appropriate for the installation. ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Page 7 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.

  • Page 14: Mounting The Cabinet On A Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve

    0 to 4 inches (10.2 cm) above the surrounding grade. 29.81 IN. FIBERGLASS MOUNTING SLEEVE (FMS) Page 8 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Figure 3, is a fiberglass and polymer concrete sleeve that may be FMS COVER 38.5 IN. 68.0 IN.

  • Page 15: Excavation

    Figure 4. Excavation Recommendations for FMS-20000 ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 CONDUIT ENTRANCE HOLES 38 IN (96.5 IN) 42 IN (106.7 CM) 12 IN (30.5 CM) CONDUIT ENTRANCE HOLES 12 IN (30.5 CM) 19090-B © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Page 9...

  • Page 16: Cable Conduit Installation

    (10.2 cm) above the surrounding grade (see Mounting the Cabinet on the FMS-20000 The following sections provide instructions for mounting the ACE-142S/142V cabinet on the FMS-20000. With the ACE-142S cabinet, the distribution cables must be installed after the cabinet is mounted. With the ACE-142V cabinet, the distribution cables are pre-installed in the cabinet by the factory.
  • Page 17 ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Figure 5. Tighten each capscrews securely. ACE-142S CABINET (REAR) HEX BOLTS, FLAT WASHERS, AND NUTS (4 PLACES) GROUND SPACER (ACCESSORY) CAPSCREWS, LOCK WASHERS, AND FLAT WASHERS (4 PLACES) FMS ADAPTER COVER 19607-B © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Page 11...
  • Page 18 6. Open the rear door of the cabinet and remove the back section of the cabinet bottom cover as described in cabinet. Page 12 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Section 5.1. Then return to step 7 of this procedure to finish mounting the Figure Section 5.1.
  • Page 19 ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 ACE-142V CABINET REAR SIDE HEX BOLTS, FLAT WASHERS, AND NUTS (4 PLACES) GROUND SPACER (ACCESSORY) CAPSCREWS, LOCK WASHERS, AND FLAT WASHERS (4 PLACES) FMS ADAPTER COVER 19814-A Page 13 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
  • Page 20 Tighten all fasteners securely. 13. Install the FMS sleeve cover onto the FMS and secure using the two capscrews and washers provided with the cover. Tighten both capscrews securely. Page 14 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.

  • Page 21: Mounting The Cabinet On A Concrete Pad

    Figure 7. Pad Mount Frame Dimensions Figure 8 and position it so that the top of each Figure ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 5.5 IN. (14.0 CM) 16.4 IN. (41.7 CM) 19065-C 8) for details. Page 15 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
  • Page 22 CAST IN PLACE REINFORCED CONCRETE PAD 6 IN. (15.2 CM) 4 IN. MIN. (10.2 CM) Figure 8. Constructing the Concrete Pad for the ACE-142S/142V Cabinet Page 16 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. 44.0 IN. (111.8 CM) 30.6 IN. (77.7 CM) 26.1 IN.

  • Page 23: Concrete Pad Construction

    Figure 9. ACE-142S Cabinet Concrete Pad Framing ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Figure Figure 8). When installed, the 44 IN. (111.8 CM) 2 x 6 FRAMING FOR FORM PAD MOUNT FRAME (PMF) TEMPORARY 19615-A (4 PLACES) © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Page 17...

  • Page 24: Grounding System Installation

    Mounting the Cabinet on the Concrete Pad The following sections provide instructions for mounting the ACE-142S/142V cabinet on the concrete pad. With the ACE-142S cabinet, the distribution cables must be installed after the cabinet is mounted.
  • Page 25 1. Remove the plastic plugs that are installed in the threaded corner holes of the PMF and clean off any concrete that may have adhered to the top of the PMF. ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 GROUND SPACER (ACCESSORY) 19617-B PAD MOUNTING FRAME (PMF) Page 19 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
  • Page 26 4. Align the mounting holes in the ground spacer with the mounting holes in the PMF. 5. Secure the ground spacer to the PMF using the four capscrews, four lock washers, and four flat washers provided with the cabinet. Tighten all capscrews securely. Page 20 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ACE-142S CABINET (FRONT)
  • Page 27 PMF using the four hex bolts, lock flat washers, and four flat washers provided with the cabinet. Tighten all fasteners securely. ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Page 21 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.

  • Page 28: Feeder Cable Installation And Splicing

    ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 5 FEEDER CABLE INSTALLATION AND SPLICING This section describes how to install the OSP feeder cables in the ACE-142S/142V cabinet and how to use the feeder cable splice trays. Bottom Cover Removal The ACE-142S/142V cabinet is equipped with a two-piece bottom cover that prevents moisture and dirt from entering the cabinet through the bottom.

  • Page 29: Feeder Cable Installation

    REMOVED. Feeder Cable Installation The OSP feeder cable enters/exits the ACE-142S/142V cabinet from the bottom. At the entry/ exit point to the cabinet, the feeder cable is secured with a clamp. Beyond the clamp, the outer sheath of the cable is removed to expose the optical fibers. The feeder cable is typically a 12- to 24-fiber cable with stranded or ribbon type fiber construction.
  • Page 30 (see 8. From the cable clamping location, route the first fiber subunit up the right side of the cabinet as shown in Page 24 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. 19740-A CLAMPS FOR ATTACHING THE...
  • Page 31 TOGETHER AT THIS POINT CENTER PANEL TIE POINT FEEDER CABLE SPLICE TRAYS SECURE FEEDER CABLE TO PANEL ON RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET CABLE CLAMP 19625-A Figure 16. Feeder Cable Fibers Routed To Splice Trays Page 25 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.

  • Page 32: Feeder Cable And Splitter Input Fiber Splicing

    LENGTH 48 IN (122 CM) Figure 17. Cut Length and Breakout Length for Feeder Cable and Splitter Input Fiber Page 26 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. CUT LENGTH* 68 TO 146 IN (173 TO 371 CM) SPLITTER INPUT FIBER FEEDER CABLE...
  • Page 33 Section 7 for information on how to use the round Figure 18 Figure 19, are provided on the front door of SPLITTER MODULE LABEL © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 REAR DOOR 19629-A Page 27...
  • Page 34 ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 FRONT DOOR Page 28 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. SPLITTER MODULES SPLITTER MODULE LABEL Figure 19. Splitter Module Designation Label - Type 2 REAR DOOR 19739-A...

  • Page 35: Distribution Cable Installation And Splicing

    6 DISTRIBUTION CABLE INSTALLATION AND SPLICING This section describes how to install the OSP distribution cables in the ACE-142S/142V cabinet and how to use the distribution cable splice trays. If the cabinet is equipped with pre-installed distribution cables, refer to Distribution Cable Installation The OSP distribution cables enter the ACE-142S/142V cabinet from the bottom.
  • Page 36 15. Use the same basic procedure specified in steps 8 through 14 for routing the remaining distribution cable fiber subunits to the remaining distribution cable splice trays. Repeat the routing process until every fiber subunit is routed to a splice tray. Page 30 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. CABLE USE GROMMET FOR SMALLER...
  • Page 37 Figure 23. Rear Handle Assembly Removal and Installation ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 DISTRIBUTION CABLE TIE OFF COLUMNS (CONNECTOR PANEL #1) SECURE DISTRIBUTION CABLE TO PANEL ON RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET CABLE CLAMPS 19633-A 19614-A © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Page 31...

  • Page 38: Bottom Cover Installation

    5. Install the grommets on the cables. Note: More than one cable may have to pass though the same grommet. 6. Insert the grommets into their respective mounting slots in the bottom cover. Page 32 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Figure BOTTOM COVER...

  • Page 39: Distribution Cable And Connector Panel Pigtail Splicing

    CONNECTOR PANEL FIBER SUBUNIT *THE CUT LENGTH MUST BE THE SAME FOR BOTH FIBERS TIE POINT IN CABINET ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Section 5.1) on each stud and Table COMMON 19276-A Page 33 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
  • Page 40 7 (Red) 8 (Black) 9 (Yellow) 10 (Violet) 11 (Rose) 12 (Aqua) Page 34 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. SPLICE TRAY UNIT PORT Tray 1 if Panel 1 Tray 7 if Panel 2 Tray 13 if Panel 3 Tray 19 if Panel 4...
  • Page 41 FBR 7 FBR 8 FBR 9 FBR 10 LABEL FOR LEFT SIDE OF CONNECTOR PANEL #1 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 Section 7 for details and 27, are provided on the REAR DOOR...
  • Page 42 ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 FRONT DOOR FRONT DOOR Page 36 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. LABEL FOR CONNECTOR PANEL #1 Figure 27. Connector Panel Designation Label - Type 2 LABEL FOR DISTRIBUTION CABLE SPLICE TRAYS SPLICE TRAY 1...

  • Page 43: Guidelines For Using Round Splice Trays

    7 GUIDELINES FOR USING ROUND SPLICE TRAYS This section provides guidelines for using the round splice trays that are provided with the ACE-142S/142V cabinet. Use the following procedure for installing the fibers in the tray: 1. Remove the top and bottom covers from the splice tray.

  • Page 44: Bottom Side

    7. Route the breakout fibers at least 1.5 times around the inside of the tray making the loop as large as possible to ensure maximum fiber storage as shown in Page 38 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. TRANSITION POINT STRANDED/RIBBON...
  • Page 45 ROUTE FIBERS 1.5 TIMES AROUND INSIDE OF TRAY TOP SIDE 19230-A Figure or step 8 in Section 6.3 to complete the corresponding © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 32. If multiple fibers are Figure 32). Page 39...
  • Page 46 TIE POINTS SUBUNIT B TIE POINTS Figure 32. Routing Subunit B Around Front Side of Splice Tray Page 40 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ROUTE FIBER 2 TIMES AROUND INSIDE OF TRAY TOP SIDE 19281-A NOTE 1: FOLLOW SUBUNIT B...

  • Page 47: Pre-Installed Distribution Cable Configuration

    FIBERS 1 - 72 PANEL 4 FIBERS 73 - 144 PANEL 5 FIBERS 145 - 216 CABLE 2 CABLE 1 SUBUNITS SUBUNITS 1 - 18 1 - 12 (216 FIBERS) (144 FIBERS) 19817-A © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Page 41...

  • Page 48: Connector Panel Installation

    ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004 9 CONNECTOR PANEL INSTALLATION The ACE-142S/142V cabinet can accommodate up to five 72-port connector panels which will provide a total of 360 distribution ports. If the cabinet is not pre-loaded with five connector panels, then additional connector panels and round splice trays may be installed as needed.

  • Page 49: Splitter Module Installation

    10 SPLITTER MODULE INSTALLATION The ACE-142S/142V cabinet can accommodate up to twelve 1x8 or 1x32 splitter modules. The cabinet can support a maximum of 360 output ports for distribution. Use the following procedure to install additional splitters in the cabinet: 1.
  • Page 50 4. Remove the splice tray and then coil up the splitter input fiber around the outside edge of the tray for temporary storage. 5. Refer to Section 5.4 Page 44 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Figure 36. Routing Splitter Input Fibers for the feeder cable and splitter input fiber splicing procedures. SPLITTER INPUT FIBER ROUTING...

  • Page 51: Routing And Connecting The Splitter Output Fibers

    11 ROUTING AND CONNECTING THE SPLITTER OUTPUT FIBERS The splitter modules are mounted at the top of the ACE-142S/142V cabinet. When a splitter module is installed, the output fibers are routed to the storage panel located at the bottom of the cabinet.

  • Page 52: Enabling Service To A Subscriber

    6. Use the slack storage spools on the right side of the cabinet to store any excess fiber slack as shown in Figure 7. Insert the output fiber connector into the connector panel port adapter. Page 46 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Figure 38. Routing To Connector Panels 19639-A...

  • Page 53: Maintenance And Repair Procedures

    12 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES The ACE-142S/142V cabinet requires no regular maintenance to insure continuous and satisfactory operation. Maintenance is limited to repairing or replacing any cabinet components that may be damaged or broken in the course of normal operation. The following sections provide procedures for repairing or replacing common cabinet components.

  • Page 54: Connector Replacement

    Damaged distribution fiber connectors may be accessed using the procedure in Section 12.2. Clean all optical connectors as specified in Optical Fiber Systems Cleaning and Mating Instructions (ADCP-90-159). Page 48 © 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc. Figure 39 and then mate the distribution...

  • Page 55: Customer Information And Assistance

    Contents herein are current as of the date of publication. ADC reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. In no event shall ADC be liable for any damages resulting from loss of data, loss of use, or loss of profits and ADC further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages.

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