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CommScope OmniReach RLX User Manual

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ADCP-96-159  Issue 4  March 2017
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OmniReach
DLX™ Mini Multi-Port Service Terminal
User Manual
4-PORT
6-PORT
8-PORT
12-PORT
23544-B
ADCP-96-159 Rev B
www.commscope.com

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  • Page 1 ADCP-96-159  Issue 4  March 2017 ® OmniReach DLX™ Mini Multi-Port Service Terminal User Manual 4-PORT 6-PORT 8-PORT 12-PORT 23544-B ADCP-96-159 Rev B www.commscope.com...
  • Page 2 Contents herein are current as of the date of publication. CommScope reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. In no event shall CommScope be liable for any damages resulting from loss of data, loss of use, or loss of profits and CommScope further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    USING COMMSCOPE DLX HARDENED CONNECTORS AND ADAPTERS........
  • Page 4 ADCP-96-159 • Issue 4 • March 2017 • Preface TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Blank Page 2 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    CommScoope Technical Assistance Center (refer to Section 7 on Page 20). Title ADCP Number CommScope OmniReach® DLX™ Connector and Adapter Cleaning Instructions 96-163 Universal Mounting Bracket Strand-Mount Installation Instructions 96-124 ADMONISHMENTS Important safety admonishments are used throughout this manual to warn of possible hazards to persons or equipment.

  • Page 6: Standards Certification

    Advanced Termination System American Wire Gauge Centigrade Dual Locking Connector Fahrenheit Fiber Distribution Hub FTTP Fiber To The Premises Multi-Fiber Connector Multiport Service Terminal Outside Plant Return Material Authorization Universal Mounting Bracket Page 4 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 7: Description And Application

    23544-A Figure 1. Typical Mulitport Service Terminals The MST uses CommScope DLX adapters for the optical ports. A DLX adapter consists of a standard SC adapter that is enclosed within a protective housing. The housing provides sealed environmental protection for the adapter. The opening to each optical port is sealed with a threaded dust cap that prevents the entry of dirt and moisture.
  • Page 8 –40º F (± 3.6º) to 150º F (± 3.6º) –40ºC (± 2º) to 65º C (± 2º) Humidity 0% to uncontrolled Water Resistance NEMA 6 (10-foot water head for 7 days without leakage) Flammability UL94-V0 Color Black Page 2 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 9 ADCP-96-159 • Issue 4 • March 2017 3.52 IN. (8.9 CM) 5.13 IN. (13.0 CM) 11.73 IN. (29.8 CM) 23545-A Figure 2. Multiport Service Terminal Dimensions (shown with UMB Installed) Page 3 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 10: Mst Application

    MST. The MST meets the environmental criteria specified in the referenced specifications and can withstand direct exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity, is resistant to water penetration during flood conditions or heavy rains, and is also chemical and corrosion resistant. Page 4 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 11: Before Starting The Application

    • Appropriate fasteners to mount the UMB and tools to install the fasteners • Note: If using an enclosure such as a hand-hole or pedestal, refer to the instructions provided with the enclosure for any additional tools or equipment required Page 5 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 12: Unpacking And Inspection

    Use the following procedure to unpack and inspect the MST and all accessories: 1. Open the shipping carton(s) and carefully inspect the MST and the attached cable. 2. If there are damages, contact CommScope (see Section 7) for an RMA (Return Material Authorization) and to reorder if replacement is required.

  • Page 13: Fiber And Port Configuration

    MST. Table 2. Typical Distribution Cable Color Code PORT FIBER COLOR PORT FIBER COLOR PORT FIBER COLOR Blue Slate Yellow Orange White Violet Page 7 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 14: Mounting The Multiport Service Terminal

    MST at ground level. Pedestal enclosures consist of a base assembly and a top cover. The base assembly mounts partly in the ground. Cables and conduit enter the base assembly from the bottom. Page 8 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 15 MST from an overhead strand as shown in Figure 9. The brackets mount on the UMB and are then clamped to the strand. The MST snaps into the UMB. Page 9 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 16: Installing The Umb And Mst

    10. Multiple holes and slots are provided in the UMB to accommodate different fasteners including screws, nails, and cable ties. Secure the UMB to the selected mounting surface using whatever fastening method is applicable. Page 10 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 17 WASHERS, NUTS POLE-MOUNT HAND-HOLE HANGER MOUNT #10 X 1 INCH SELF TAPPING SCREWS HAND-HOLE SWING ARM MOUNT HAND-HOLE 23593-A LEDGE MOUNT Figure 10. Typical Installation of a Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB) Page 11 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 18 ADCP-96-159 • Issue 4 • March 2017 After the UMB is mounted, install the MST in the UMB as shown in Figure 11. Insert the cable end of the MST into the UMB first and then push the front of the MST into the UMB until the latch snaps closed.

  • Page 19: Using Commscope Dlx Hardened Connectors And Adapters

    Figure 12. Securing Strand-Mounted MST 5 USING COMMSCOPE DLX HARDENED CONNECTORS AND ADAPTERS CommScope DLX hardened connectors and adapters provide sealed environmental protection for the subscriber drop cable connector, SC connector, and adapter mounted within the MST optical port. The following sections provide a description of the connector and adapter components and provide instructions for connecting or disconnecting the drop cable to/from the optical ports.

  • Page 20: Connecting Drop Cable To Mst Optical Port

    Use the following procedure to connect a drop cable to an optical port on the MST enclosure: 1. Before removing the connector dust cap, clean any debris from around the drop cable connector housing, preferably using compressed air, to minimize contaminants from being introduced onto the ferrule. Page 14 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 21 8. Thread the optical port dust cap into the drop cable dust cap as shown in Figure 16 then tighten both dust caps finger tight. This ensures that both dust caps will stay clean when not in use. Page 15 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 22: Disconnecting Drop Cable From Mst Optical Port

    Caution: Clean the connector body and adapter before disconnecting a drop from the adapter port or removing the adapter port dust cap to minimize contaminants from being introduced into the terminal adaptor port and onto it's connector end face. Page 16 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 23: Drop Cable Connector Cleaning Procedure

    4. Locate the cleaning tape cassette that is provided with the cleaning kit. 5. Open the tape shutter by squeezing the lever on the underside of the cassette and then keep the shutter open by continuing to squeeze the lever. Page 17 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 24 8. Release the lever on the underside of the cassette to close the tape shutter. 9. Repeat Step 4 through Step 7 until the connector has been cleaned three times. 10. When the connector is clean, reinstall into optical port. Page 18 © 2017, CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 25: Mst Adapter/Connector Cleaning Procedure

    ADCP-96-159 • Issue 4 • March 2017 MST Adapter/Connector Cleaning Procedure Cleaning kit (FHD-ACC-CLNKIT1) is required for this procedure. Use the following procedure to clean the MST optical port adapters and the internal connectors: 1. Clean any debris from around the MST optical ports preferably using compressed air, to minimize contaminants introduced into the optical port.

  • Page 26: Customer Information And Assistance

    ADCP-96-159 • Issue 4 • March 2017 7 CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE ® • To find out more about CommScope products,go to www.commscope.com/ • For technical assistance, customer service, or to report any missing/damaged parts, go to http:// www.commscope.com/SupportCenter Page 20...

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