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- Page 1 CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface Generation Low Power Carrier Access Point Installation Guide • M0203A9B_uc • September 2022...
- Page 2 This document has been developed by CommScope, and is intended for the use of its customers and customer support ISCLAIMER personnel. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to eliminate errors, CommScope disclaims liability for any difficulties arising from the interpretation of the information contained herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Telephone Helplines....................................46 Online Support ......................................46 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling............................ 46 Hardware to Software Mapping Information..............................47 Mobility Solutions Technical Training................................47 M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page iii... - Page 4 Table of Contents Accessing ERA Series User Documentation ..............................47 CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page iv © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
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Page 5: Document Overview
"Hardware to Software Mapping Information” on page Document Revision History This is the second release of the CommScope ERA™ CAP L2 Second Generation Fiber Low Power Carrier Access Point Installation Guide. This release: adds the CAP L2 35LT/35HT and CAP L2 C-band models to... - Page 6 The icon to the left indicates a caution or warning that pertains to an electrical hazard. The icon to the left indicates a Note. Notes provide information about special circumstances. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 2 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
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Page 7: Abbreviations Used In This Guide
Laser radiation. Risk of eye injury in operation. Do not stare into the laser beam; do not view the laser beam directly or with optical instruments. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 3... -
Page 8: Property Damage Warnings
Do not remove caps from any of the connectors until instructed to do so. The CAP L2 is to be used only with CommScope (NEC Class 2) or Limited Power Source ERA Subrack, or equivalent. Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. -
Page 9: Compliance
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a minimum separation distance from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 5... - Page 10 1449. Suitability of the component for the application shall be determined for the intended installation. Notice: Corresponding local particularities and regulations must be observed. For national deviations, please refer to the respective documents, which are available from CommScope. Note: For a Class B digital device or peripheral: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 11: Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance
To be sold exclusively to mobile operators or authorized installers - no harmonized frequency bands, operation requires license. Intended use: EU and EFTA countries. Indicates conformity with the RED directive 2014/53/EU and/or RoHS directive 2011/65/EU. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 7... -
Page 12: Maximum Output Power Levels
8.84 NOTE: The Maximum Antenna Gain calculation considers the Radio Module in the CAP L2 system is without loss, except for the internal combiner. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 8 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 13: Fiber Cap L2 Overview
Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input cross-polarized antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 9... - Page 14 Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input cross-polarized antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 10 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
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Page 15: Cap L2 Accessories And Options
Plenum Space 7809823-xx SFP+ Module Kits Contact your local CommScope sales representative to obtain the following components, as required, for this installation. Per the installation plan, obtain either Single Mode Fiber (SMF) or Multi Mode Fiber (MMF) that is of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L2 to a Classic CAN or TEN. - Page 16 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-610 40km 7 8 3 22 0 4 SFP+, 10G BIDI TX1270/RX1330 40km 7 8 3 22 0 6 SFP+, 10G BIDI TX1330/RX1270 40km CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 12 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
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Page 17: Octis™ Universal Lever Assembly Kits
All CAP L2s include two OCTIS Universal Connector Kits (CommScope PN 7847069) for the interface to the Classic CAN or TEN that plugs into Port 1 and Port 2 on the CAP L2. CommScope provides the two OCTIS Kits for each CAP L2. - Page 18 LC Duplex connector at the cable termination. The BiDi (single fiber) cable termination follows the same OCTIS assembly instructions. Figure 3. OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Instructions CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 14 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
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Page 19: Plan And Prepare For A Fiber Cap L2 Installation
You connect CAP L2s to an OPT Card installed in Slots L1, L2, L3, or L4 in the TEN or Classic CAN. Each OPT Card has four 10 Gbps ports (labeled 1 - 4) for fiber connections. • – M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 15... -
Page 20: Determine The Power Consumption Of The Cap L2
20. The Fiber CAP L2 is suitable for indoor installation. The following sections provides weight and dimension requirements needed to determine the best installation site for the Fiber CAP L2. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 16 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 21: Cap L2 Dimensions
The “Total Hanging Weight” is the weight of the CAP L2, including the weight of the Mounting Bracket and Power Supply, minus the weight of the external cables and connectors, that the mounting site must be • able to support. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 17... -
Page 22: Recommended Tools And Material
Unpack each container while carefully checking the contents for damage and verify with the packing slip. If damage is found or parts are missing, file a claim with the commercial carrier and notify CommScope Technical Support (see "CMS Global Technical Support”... -
Page 23: Mount The Fiber Cap L2
To maintain proper ventilation, keep at least 76 mm (3-inch) clearance around the CAP L2. The installation site must be able to bear the weight of the CAP L2; see Table 11 on page M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 19... -
Page 24: Wall Mount A Cap L2
Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts When wall mounting a Fiber CAP L2, the recommendations should be observed. Figure 6. Wall Mounting Orientations for a CAP L2 CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 20 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 25: Mounting Cap L2 With A Wall Mounting Kit
"General Mounting Cautions” on page Refer to "Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts” on page 20 to determine the mounting orientation of the CAP L2. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 21... - Page 26 The hole for the screws in the bracket is 7.5 mm in diameter and will accommodate screws between 5.8 mm and 7.5 mm. Confirm that the Wall Mount Bracket is securely fastened to the wall. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 22 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
- Page 27 Tighten the CAP L2 M5 screws, provided with the CAP L2, on both sides on the top and bottom at a Torq of 6.5 Nm. M5 screws Confirm that the CAP L2 is securely attached to the Wall Mount Bracket. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 23...
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Page 28: Mounting A Cap L2 With An Ac/Dc Power Supply Kit
CAP L2. Refer to "Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts” on page 20 to determine the mounting orientation of the CAP L2. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 24 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 29: Wiring The Ac/Dc Power Supply Kit
"Unpack and Inspect the CAP L2 and Optional Accessories” on page Wiring the AC/DC Power Supply Kit The CommScope Local AC Power Supply Kits are available in three configurations as shown in "CommScope Local AC/DC Power Supply Kits” on page 25. - Page 30 (5 mm) AC INPUT CABLE Figure 10. AC/DC Supply Cable Terminations Torque the cable gland nut to 3.0 Nm (26.5 in-lb) to secure the cable. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 26 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
- Page 31 Connect the Local Power Jumper Cable (shown below) to the CAP L2 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector (see Figure 1 on page M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 27...
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Page 32: Mounting A Cap L2 With A Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (Optional)
Mounting a CAP L2 with a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional) The CAP L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (CommScope PN 7781091-xx) provides a connection solution for both power and optical signals to a CAP L2. For Fiber CAP L2s, you have the option to use composite cable to transport signals from a TEN or Classic CAN via fiber and power from a remote DC supply, and then use the CAP L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit to terminate the power and fiber at the CAP L2. -
Page 33: Assembling And Wiring The Hybrid Fiber Splice Box
From the CAP L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit, insert Fiber Patch Cord in one of the cable glands indicated in the graphic to the right. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 29... - Page 34 If a second splice holder is needed, it can be assembled using the M4 insulating washer and two M4 plain washers, as shown to the right. The required screw is a PTK30 x 12. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 30 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
- Page 35 Remove the sealing nut and rubber on each cable gland. 14 Close all unused grooves with the plastic cylinders, no matter if one or two cable glands are used. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 31...
- Page 36 18 Complete the steps in "Wall Mount a CAP L2 Using a CAP L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional)” on page CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 32 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.
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Page 37: Wire A Hybrid Fiber Splice Box For 4-Wire Power With Limited Power Source
PIN 2 Hybrid WHITE PIN 3 Fiber/Composite GREEN cable PIN 4 Figure 12. Wiring a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box for 4-Wire Power with LPS M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 33... -
Page 38: Wire A Hybrid Fiber Splice Box For 2-Wire Power Without Limited Power Source
PIN 2 WHITE PIN 3 GREEN Hybrid Fiber/Composite PIN 4 cable Figure 13. Wiring a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box for 2-Wire Power without LPS CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 34 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 39: Wall Mount A Cap L2 Using A Cap L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (Optional)
If required, install an SFP+ module and follow the instructions in "Installing SFP+ Modules in the CAP L2 (optional)” on page Follow procedure in "Mounting CAP L2 with a Wall Mounting Kit” on page M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 35... -
Page 40: Connect The Cables To The Fiber Cap L2
The CAP L2 is equipped with an M6 grounding stud located on the back of the unit; however, grounding is not necessary. CAP L2s are classified as low-voltage devices and do not have internal power supplies. CommScope recommends checking your local and national electrical codes to determine if grounding is a requirement. -
Page 41: Connect The Fiber Cap L2 To A Passive Rf Antenna
The following sections guide you through connecting the CAP L2; complete these procedures in the order in which they are presented. "Clean the RF Cable Connectors” on page 38 "Connect the Passive RF Antenna” on page 40 • • M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 37... -
Page 42: Clean The Rf Cable Connectors
Remove the protective cap from the RF connector. Use compressed air to remove metal chips and small particles from the mating and inner surfaces of the connector. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 38 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. - Page 43 Remove the protective caps from the unit connector, and then clean it the same way that you cleaned the cable connector. M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 39...
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Page 44: Connect The Passive Rf Antenna
Remove the IP67/EMI blank plug from the ANT 1/2 connector. Connect the passive antenna to the ANT 1 or ANT 2 connector using coaxial cable with the least amount of loss possible. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 40 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 45: Connect The Optical Fiber
OCTIS LC Universal lever and insert it into the CAP L2 port as shown in Figure 3. For OCTIS Universal connector assembly instructions, see "OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Instructions” on page M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 41... -
Page 46: Installing Sfp+ Modules In The Cap L2 (Optional)
"Mounting a CAP L2 with a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional)” on page Loosen the eight torque screws on the cover located at the bottom of the CAP L2. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 42 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. - Page 47 Feed the cable from the hybrid splice box through the CAP L2 port, as shown below, and assemble the OCTIS LC Universal connector and insert it into the CAP L2 port as shown in Figure M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 43...
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Page 48: Connect The Fiber Cap L2 To A Classic Can Or Ten
Clean the connectors on the SMF or MMF following the fiber supplier’s recommendations. Install the SFP+ connector and Optical OCTIS Kit on the end of the SMF or MMF that will connect to the CAP L2. CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 44 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. -
Page 49: Connect To Vdc Power
Steady Red – The Era GUI is reporting a critical alarm for the unit. The CAP or CAP component (e.g SFP+ module) must be replaced. • M0203A9B_uc CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface © September 2022 CommScope, Inc. Page 45... -
Page 50: Contacting Commscope
Calls to an EMEA Helpline outside of the 8:00 to 17:00 time frame will be forwarded to the 24x7 Helpline. Online Support To go to the CommScope Wireless Support Request web site from which you can initiate a Technical Support ticket, do one of the following: Scan the QR Code to the right. -
Page 51: Hardware To Software Mapping Information
DAS and Small Cell Customer Portal from the list of applications. • Scan the QR Code to the right to go directly to the CommScope DAS and Small Cell Customer Portal, where you can access the DAS and Small Cell user documentation. - Page 52 Contacting CommScope CommScope ERA ® CAP L2 with Fiber Interface M0203A9B_uc Page 48 © September 2022 CommScope, Inc.