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TC-536-IP
Rev A, Feb 2017
www.commscope.com
Contents
Patching & Splicing Shelf
1 Introduction
2 General
2.1 Kit contents
2.2 Tools
2.3 Optional accessories
3 Installation of the shelf
3.1 Mounting of shelf in the rack
3.2 Preparation of the shelf
3.3 Preparation of the trays
4 Cable termination
4.1 Cable termination in the rack
A
Loose tube cable
B
Loose tube ribbon cable
C Central core cable
D
IFC cable
E
Modular cable
4.2 Side cable termination directly on the
shelf using cable termination plate
A
Loose tube cable
B
IFC cable/break-out cable
4.3 Back cable termination directly on
the shelf using cable termination plate
A
Loose tube cable
B
IFC cable
1 Introduction
Product function
This shelf is a mechanical enclosure for a physical fiber management system.
It is used for splicing and patching: splicing primary coated fiber from loose tube cable or pigtails to fiber pigtails
on a single element base and connector patching to patchcords with a capacity of 144 (= 6 x 24) splices and
connections.
It is a high density multifunctional unit designed for particular applications and environments.
This unit uses Patching/Splicing Trays with 12 connector positions.
The GPST-12 trays house the splices, slack fiber, connectors, pigtails and patchcords.
It can be installed in Commscopes FIST rack and other 19" or metric (ETSI) racks.
Follow local safety regulations related to optical fiber plant elements.
FIST-GPS2/GPST-12
I N S T A L L A T I O N
5 Fiber routing
5.1 Installation of loose tube on the tray
5.2 Installation of IFC on the tray
5.3 Installation of break out cable/pigtail on the tray
5.4 Installation of ribbon on the tray
5.5 Installation of ribbon pigtail on the tray
6 Storage
7 Patching
8 Closing the shelf
9 Important steps
I N S T R U C T I O N
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- Page 1 I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N TC-536-IP Rev A, Feb 2017 Patching & Splicing Shelf www.commscope.com Contents 1 Introduction 5 Fiber routing 5.1 Installation of loose tube on the tray 2 General 5.2 Installation of IFC on the tray...
- Page 2 General Kit contents 2.1.3 Loose Tube/preconnectorized IFC IN- patchcord OUT (example: FIST-GPS2-M-AIA-6) 1 unit, incorporating 2.1.1 Patch cord IN - patch cord OUT (example: FIST-GPS2-M-AAA-6) • Metal chassis with drawer, • Hingable and removable metal front cover 1 unit, incorporating •...
- Page 3 2.1.7 GPST-12 tray configuration : Patch / splice FIST-GPST-12-AML1-2 2.1.5 Non-preconnectorized break-out cable IN-patchcord • Tray with 1x patch and 1x Splice Unit with splice holder for OUT (example: FIST-GPS2-M-AKA-6) 24 SMOUV-02 (45 mm) 1 unit, incorporating • 24 connector adapters and pigtails per tray •...
- Page 4 Installation of the shelf Mounting of shelf in the rack 3.1.1 Install the mounting brackets on the correct position. Respect correct orientation. GR mounting is shown. 3.1.2 Different mounting positions...
- Page 5 Preparation of the shelf 3.1.3 Space requirements minimum 60 mm at left/right for horn and IFC or pigtails. minimum 60 mm at left /right in case of cable side termination. minimum 45 mm at back in case of cable back termination. Spacing between adjacent units may vary depending on frame upright pitch and cable management products! 3.2.1...
- Page 6 "CLICK" "CLICK" 3.2.4 If needed the horn can easily be turned to an open position. "CLICK" 3.2.5 If is possible to install the edge protection. Preparation of the trays "CLICK" "CLICK" "CLICK" 3.3.1 To make a tray accessible raise all the trays above. Keep these in position by using two tray wedges.
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Page 7: Cable Termination
Cable termination Cable termination in the rack Cable is already terminated in the rack or in the side duct of the rack on the cable termination plate. For the loose tube cable the tubes are protected from the cable termination plate with the flex tube. For central core cable, fibers are guided into guiding tubes who go direct into the shelf. - Page 8 Central core cable 4.1.6 Choose a position in the side duct or on the cable termination 4.1.9 Kit content FIST-GR-CTB100CC (central core ribbon) plate, close to the shelf. Mount the mounting bracket on that position with the 2 screws. • Breakout device + screws •...
- Page 9 4.1.15 If extra split-out is needed the tube divider FIST-GPS2-TD-5MM can be mounted in the shelf. Assemble the tube divider as shown. Remove the hook and loop fastener strip from the shelf and mount it on the cover. 4.1.12 Mount the cable bracket with 2 screws on the mounting bracket and place the breakout device on the cable bracket.
- Page 10 4.1.17 Remove twists in the ribbons. 4.1.20 Insert the tubes in the connectors. Use 6 positions at the left a) If ribbons are according ITU norms: use the unraveling device. when cable is mounted at the left side of the bracket. Feed the fiber The numbers indicate the number of ribbons you want to bundle groups in the tubes.
- Page 11 Modular cable 4.2.3 Fasten the flex tube (before trays are inserted) at the back of the metal hinge plate using 2 small tie-wraps and fix the flex tube with 4.1.23 Slide a 30 mm long rubber tube over the transition and secure a third tie-wrap to the platform.
- Page 12 4.2.6 The picture shows left side mounting and cable coming from the 4.2.9 Guide the identified loose tubes into the flex tube. This can be bottom. Install both tube holders onto the shelf. facilitated by keeping the end of the loose tubes bundled together with a piece of tape.
- Page 13 4.2.12 In case of max. 4 cables. 4.2.15 Cut the strength member to 35 mm maximum. Attach the Use the FIST-UST-EXKIT-2CA for the extra 2 cables. strength member fixation and install as shown. Edge protection can be installed. Same routing and installation for break-out cable. Recommended to use GTU (see section 5.3).
- Page 14 4.3.3 Assemble the components onto the termination plate. The picture shows cable coming from the left (seen from the back), for cable coming from the right the reverse assembly is required. X = 80 mm (19” shelf) or 105 mm (ETSI shelf) 4.3.6 Remove the bend control at the side of the flex tube (only in ETSI shelf).
- Page 15 Fiber routing Installation of loose tube on the tray (Same procedure for modular cable) 12 splice module 4.3.9 Attach the strength member connector to the back termination plate using a Philips screwdriver. Avoid unnecessary crossing of strength member and loose buffer tubes. Attach the cable with the releasable tie wraps on the outer jacket.
- Page 16 5.1.4 Push the loose tubes in the tray and mark them again 15 mm beyond the second tie wrap. 5.1.7 If applicable remove all the pre-mounted pigtails out of the storage area and mark the fibers at the splice holder. Remove the secondary coating from this point.
- Page 17 5.1.14 Strip the loose tubes and place 1 layer of foam around the tubes at 10 mm from the end of the tubes. 5.1.11 Check whether all fibers are properly routed before placing the cover on the tray. All fibers should be under the containment lips. 24 splice module 5.1.15 Secure all the tubes with one tie-wrap as shown.
- Page 18 5.1.18 Splicing and storage. Installation of IFC on the tray 12 splice module 5.2.1 For ease of installation start with the bottom tray. If possible apply 1 wrap of foam tape around the IFC, just before the jacket end (This foam prevents from easy pull-out and provides protection to the fibers inside).
- Page 19 24 splice module 5.2.4 Now the IFC can be coiled into the slack fiber storage area. Fibers must be untangled before coiling. Note: splicing repair connectors is possible; one can use the splice holder which is pre-mounted in the tray. 5.2.5 Check if all fibers are properly routed before placing the cover on the splice module.
- Page 20 5.3.2 Identify the 4 pigtails. Bundle them with PVC tape. Route them up to the tray, mark the 4 pigtails on the GTU position. Make sure there is 1,5 m pigtail available from this point. The length is limited to 1 m in case of tight coated pigtail.
- Page 21 5.3.5 Slide the metal clip over the pigtails and then over the GTU, up to the front. 5.3.8 In case of pigtails with a limited amount of aramid strength member (typical outside diameter < 2.4 mm): wrap the aramid strength member twice around the inner part.
- Page 22 Installation of ribbon cable on the tray 12 splice module 5.3.12 Check whether all fibers are properly routed before placing the cover on the module. Fibers can not be on top of containment lips. 5.3.13 Remark: storing non spliced fibers. 5.4.1 Fix the tubes in the middle position with tie-wraps.
- Page 23 Installation of ribbon pigtail on the tray 12 splice module and 24 splice module ETSI shelf with loose tube cable. 5.5.1 Always pre-installed, route the ribbon pigtail to the splicing shelf (GSS2) Storage Storage capacity Pigtail Ø Length Number of trays 1.7 mm 1.5 m 4 trays (96 connectors)
- Page 24 Patching Routing of incoming pigtails and outgoing patchcords. Route the jumper through the horn up to the tray. Remove the Closing the shelf connector adapter out of the tray and mount the connector into it as described. Push the plastic hooks which hold the adapter away and push the adapter simultaneously in the opposite direction.
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Page 25: Important Steps
Place the tray wedges on the hook and loop fastener and secure the trays with the hook and loop fastener. Close the drawer after turning the security clip 180° and by pushing the spring on the right side of the shelf. Identify the shelf. - Page 28 © 2017 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. web at www.commscope.com All trademarks identified by ® or ™ are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope, Inc. For technical assistance, customer service, or to report any This document is for planning purposes only and is not intended to modify or supplement any specifications or warranties relating to missing/damaged parts, visit us at: CommScope products or services.
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