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FiberPoint
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE FiberPoint ™ Structured Wiring Enclosure...
  • Page 2 All Rights Reserved Printed in U.S.A. The Optical Solutions and FiberPath logos are registered trademarks of Optical Solutions, Inc. All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, and are hereby acknowledged. If you have comments or would like to provide suggestions on how we can improve this publication, you may address them to: Optical Solutions, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A Preface Overview............................. ix Conventions ..........................ix Safety messages .......................... ix Notice Message........................ix Warning Message ........................ix Caution Message........................ix Important Message........................ix Note Message..........................x Equipment Labels .........................x Warning Label ...........................x ESD Label..........................x...
  • Page 4 Installation Procedure ....................... 3-2 Mounting the SWE ........................ 3-2 Preparing the Composite (Drop) Cable ................. 3-3 Mounting the FiberPoint MEM ..................... 3-3 Installing the UPS and Power Cable..................3-5 Making the Fiber Connection Overview ................3-7 Connecting the Fiber......................3-7 Making the Fiber Connection ....................
  • Page 5 EDFA configuration does not support 20.0 ± .5 dBm output power......R-12 Customer PON Loss is less than 18 dB .................R-12 Customer PON Reach exceeds 12.5 miles (20 km)............R-12 Using the Calculator .......................R-13 Select Your Specific PON Configuration ................R-13 Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
  • Page 6 Interior Mount - No Enclosure................... 1-3 Figure 1-3 Interior Mount with Structured Wiring Enclosure............. 1-3 Figure 2-1 FiberPoint Electronics Module Mounting and Access Points ........2-2 Figure 3-1 Structured Wiring Enclosure Access Points .............. 3-3 Figure 3-2 Ground Shield Assembly ................... 3-3 Figure 3-3 Assembled Drop Cable and Ground ................
  • Page 7 List of Tables List of Tables FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A Table Nbr Description Page Number Table 1-1 FiberPoint MEM Component Descriptions ............... 1-1 Table 3-1 UPS Harness Wiring ....................3-6 Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
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  • Page 9: Preface

    FiberDrive to the remote terminal or Improper repairs can create a safety haz- FiberPoint unit. Return Path refers to the direction of data ard and/or loss of service. flow from the FiberPoint back to the FiberDrive.

  • Page 10: Note Message

    This sign most often is posted during periods of maintenance. The Class 1 laser used in IMPORTANT the GPON card and FiberPoint unit are the least invasive, as compared to higher powered optical laser transmitters. 1118 The Notice label will look similar to this:...

  • Page 11: Glossary Of Terms

    GPON & BPON Card and FiberPoint: Class 1 Laser Customer Premise Equipment. This refers specifically to product. the Fiberpoint unit mounted to the side of the subscribers 1310nm or 1490nm Laser Transmitter: Class 1 Laser home. product with a Class 3a internal hazard.
  • Page 12 Bellcore GR-499-CORE, Transport Systems Generic This is the generic name for the enclosure which attaches Requirements. to the home. The Fiberpoint terminates and converts optical signals into electrical signals to provide voice, video and data services to the subscriber. Also provides return Distributed Feedback Laser.
  • Page 13 FiberPath bay. Structured Wiring Enclosure Bracket. The bracket which the Main Electronics Module is mounted. Optical Network Unit. A generic reference to the Fiberpoint enclosure at the subscriber premise. Time Division Multiplex. A technique for transmitting a...

  • Page 14: Revision History

    Preface Revision History The following revisions have been made to this publication: Version Date Reason for Change Revision A 11/19/04 Original issue FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Power to the MEM is provided locally within the home via a This document is intended to provide technicians with the commercially available UPS. necessary information to unpack, properly ground, install and test a FiberPoint 500 Main Electronics Module (MEM). IBER OINT YSTEM...

  • Page 16: Power Supply

    OINT Incoming fiber from the PON is attached to the MEM using an SC-APC connector. The FiberPoint MEM can be located in a variety of environments: LEDs are built into the assembly to assist service per- sonnel in determining component status and/or trou- •...
  • Page 17 Structured Wiring Connector Enclosure Incoming Power from UPS Patch Data Hub/Switch Panel Premises Ground Connection Video Splitter AC Power Strip UPS w/ Battery Back-up 3494 Figure 1-2: Interior Mount with Structured Wiring Enclosure Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
  • Page 18 Introduction This page intentionally left blank. FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 19: Pre-Installation Requirements

    However, there is no guarantee that interfer- ence will not occur in a particular installation. Before you mount a FiberPoint MEM, you first must If this equipment does cause harmful interfer- determine the type of environment that it will be exposed...

  • Page 20: Proper Grounding Techniques

    Failure to properly ground the unit during installation will cause loss of services. 7.5” (19.05 cm) 5” 12.7cm 10.25” 26.0cm 9.375” 23.81cm Ground Post 3468 4.4375” 11.27 cm Figure 2-1: FiberPoint Main Electronics Module Mounting Bracket FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 21: Installation Tips

    Ground Post Bracket Mounting Hole 3469 Outgoing Telephone, Ethernet and RF CATV Connections Figure 2-2:FiberPoint Main Electronics Module Mounting and Access Points NSTALLATION Follow these tips when installing the FiberPoint Electronics WARNING Module: • Keep fiber optic cables and splicing equipment clean 1106 at all times.

  • Page 22: What's Needed For Installation

    (OTDR) may be required. OOLS EQUIRED • Clean the fiber ends before making any connections. In order to install the FiberPoint, the following tools are necessary: • 1/8” Drill (for drilling the bracket mounting holes). NOTICE •...

  • Page 23: Grounding Supplies

    In addition to the above items, earth grounding is essential • Tube of SanChem NO-OX-ID™ (rust preventative). for proper operation. The following grounding supplies may also be needed: • (1) Sheath bonding clamp (for composite cables incorporating a metal sheath). Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
  • Page 24 Pre-Installation Requirements This page intentionally left blank. FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 25: Fiberpoint Mem Installation

    For purposes of this manual, it is assumed that the power, and cumulative losses due to distance, splits/ FiberPoint MEM is being mounted in a SWE of suitable merges and/or splices in the PON. For assistance in size to house all telecommunications devices being determining expected optical levels, refer to Form implemented.

  • Page 26: Installation Procedure

    Reference Section for specific information on Determine the location of the enclosure inside the proper grounding techniques. subscribers home. Normally, the FiberPoint MEM will • What type of building material is used on the be housed inside the SWE as shown below.

  • Page 27: Preparing The Composite (Drop) Cable

    If not, proceed to Mounting the FiberPoint MEM. Route the drop cable IMPORTANT up through the grommet provided at the Entry Point. Make sure to leave 3 feet of 1118 exposed buffer tube for later splicing.

  • Page 28: Figure 3-3 Assembled Drop Cable And Ground

    Cable with Ground Shield 3478 Figure 3-3: Assembled Drop Cable and Ground Mounting Hole Mounting Hole Main Electronics Module Bracket Grounding Post Mounting Hole Mounting Hole 3530 Figure 3-4: SWE with MEM Bracket FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 29: Installing The Ups And Power Cable

    Installing the UPS and Power Cable wires to the battery. (Red to red post, black to black). The FiberPoint MEM is powered via an internal DC power Carefully place the battery into the UPS, making sure supply. The UPS with Battery Back-up will provide the the battery leads remain tightly connected.
  • Page 30 Yellow Battery Missing from cracks, fractures and leakage. Orange Low Battery Do not apply organic solvents such as Gray Not Used paint thinner, gasoline, kerosene, benzene, or liquid detergents to the battery. FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 31: Making The Fiber Connection Overview

    This Use an optical power meter to identify active will allow sufficient length to make two complete loops fibers. Never assume laser power is turned around the Fiber Management Tab. Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...

  • Page 32: Connect To Subscriber Services

    See ‘Figure 3-8: MEM Subscriber Connections (bottom view)’ for the following steps. Individual Voice, Video and IMPORTANT Data signals will exit the FiberPoint MEM from the bottom of the card. 1118 Locate the Telephone, Video and Data cables coming from IMPORTANT: Make sure that you do not exceed the the subscriber.

  • Page 33: Installing Additional Phone Lines

    Installing Additional Phone Lines chosen is big enough to accommodate a large bundle of cables. The FiberPoint 504 and 524 have two additional POTS lines as standard. To turn up these additional phone lines, Knock-outs in the bottom of the chassis...

  • Page 34: Final Set-Up And Testing

    3487 Figure 3-9: LED Status This completes the installation of the FiberPoint MEM. For provisioning of this device, or for more complete system information, refer to the FiberPath 500 HeadEnd Bay Installation Instructions, Form 361003-0001. FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: Fiber Splicing Techniques

    Fiber Splicing Techniques Fiber Splicing Techniques Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Jacket Preparation VERVIEW Remove the jacket, buffer tubes and strength member In order to minimize optical link budget losses, it is using a wire stripper or cutting pliers. The plastic buffer recommended that all fiber splices be completed with the coating should be removed with a high quality wire stripper.

  • Page 36: Cleaning Procedures

    Although ruggedly constructed, fiber connectors need to be receptacles, a canned compressed gas is recommended. handled with care when inserting the SC/APC connector into the FiberPoint MEM. Follow these tips for making Cleaning Procedures secure, long lasting connections: (See ‘Figure 4-1: Fiber Optic Connector Components’).

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    MEM via this software will often lead Troubleshooting a communications device such as the you directly to the root cause. FiberPoint unit can be quite simple if you keep the following basic principles in mind: If Blinking, the CPU is functioning properly.

  • Page 38: Figure 5-2 Troubleshooting Flowchart

    Troubleshooting 2932 Figure 5-2: Troubleshooting Flowchart FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 39: Reference

    National Electrical Code (NEC), the Rural assist you in installing any FiberPath 500 System. Included Electric Association (REA) and state/local codes require herein: that the FiberPoint Electronics Module be properly • Grounding the CPE grounded. In this application, a proper ground is one that bonds the module to the buildings primary earth electrode.

  • Page 40: Testing The Earth Electrode

    The testing of an electrode measures the effectiveness of the earth electrode to provide electrical contact with the FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...
  • Page 41 # 6 AWG UL Listed Clamp Earth Layers Earth Electrode Earth 1399 Figure R-1:Earth Layers AC Voltage Source Volt/Ohm Meter Test Rod “C” Test Rod “P” Earth 2030 Figure R-2: Test Set-up Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...

  • Page 42: Full-Of-Potential Testing Method

    Ohms Law. (R=E/I). system. The test starts with connecting the megger to the earth Optical Solutions recommends that the testing of grounds electrode that is to be tested. A second test electrode is should be placed on a preventative maintenance schedule placed into the ground at a distance out and away from the to insure the maximum safety possible.

  • Page 43: Fiberpath 500 System Specifications

    Loss/Mile Fiber Interface ........... (4) SC/APC Type Max (dB) Max (dB) 1550 1310 CWDM Loss (Nominal) Insertion Loss @ 1310 nm ....... (.8) dB Insertion Loss @ 1550 nm ......(1.2) dB Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...

  • Page 44: Laser Components

    RF Interface ....75 Ohm F-connector (RG-59) Input/Output Fiber ..........SMF28 Fiber Interface..........SC/APC Input/Output Connector........SC/APC *See Specification number 600441-0001 for details Environmental Operating Temp .......... 0° to 50° C 32° to 122° F FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 45: Fiberpoint 500 Series Specifications

    IBER OINT ERIES PECIFICATIONS Signal Strength - Maximum ......-3 dBm The following specifications pertain to all FiberPoint models Voice/Data PON - Optical Output Environmental Wavelength - Nominal ........1310 nm Wavelength - Minimum........1260 nm Ambient Operating temp ......-40° to 114° F Wavelength - Maximum........

  • Page 46: Fiberpoint Power/Mechanical Specifications

    *** - Requires addition of (2) Octal UVG Expansion Modules (each with 25 pair amphenol connector). Combined with the 4 standard lines, the FiberPoint 560 is capable of supporting 20 total UVG telephone lines. FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Optical Link Budget

    1.00 dB Total 23.61 dB Optical Budget Calculation: -1 dBm (FiberPoint Output) + (-23.61) dB Path Loss = -24.61 dBm. The Optical Receive Window (-14 to -27 dBm) is met with a margin of 2.39 dB Insertion Losses (Downstream) 6 Mile Fiber Loss @ 1550 nm 2.40 dB...
  • Page 48 .25 dB Splices (.03 dB per splice) .09 dB 3 Sigma 1.0 dB Total 22.57 dB Optical Budget Calculation: 19.5 dBm (EDFA Output) + (-22.57) dB (Total Path Loss) = - 3.07 dB FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 49: Optical Link Budget Calculator

    In order to more easily calculate expected optical link a home is 8km, then enter quantity of 8 for fiber length). budget losses within the GPON, Optical Solutions has developed a calculator that will quickly do the work for you.

  • Page 50: Voice/Data/Rf Video System (Vpon

    < 8 km for 18 dBm SBS • Additional FiberDrives may be placed in the field suppression. to extend the reach past 12.5 miles. • or Launch video signal at SBS limit and lower maximum PON loss accordingly. FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

  • Page 51: Using The Calculator

    Dynamic Range Limit Maximum Loss on the PON 24.9 Minimum Allowed Loss on the PON 17.9 Every ONT must have at least this much optical loss. 3004 Figure R-4: GPON Link Budget Calculator Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
  • Page 52 Receiver Sensitivity at 48dB CNR Typical Nominal Received Power Limits [ Max | Mean | Min ] -3.0 -4.0 -2.0 Margin at 48dB CNR typ. (dB) Margin to Underdrive Margin to Overdrive Figure R-5: VPON Calculator FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...
  • Page 53 Reference R - 15 3017 Figure R-6: EDFA VPON Distribution Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
  • Page 54 R - 16 Reference 3018 Figure R-7: Cascaded EDFA VPON Distribution FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...
  • Page 55 -6.0 dBm Optical Input -5.0 dBm Optical Input 35.0 -5.0 dBm Optical Input -4.0 dBm Optical Input -7.0 dBm Optical Input 1901 CATV Channel Loading Figure R-8: CATV CNR vs. Channel Loading Form 361015-0001A FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide...
  • Page 56 R - 18 Reference FiberPoint Structured Wiring Enclosure Installation Guide Form 361015-0001A...

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