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Calix GigaSpire BLAST u12 Installation Manual

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GigaSpire BLAST u6/u12
Installation Guide
November 2021
#220-01209-11

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  • Page 1 GigaSpire BLAST u6/u12 Installation Guide November 2021 #220-01209-11...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tabletop Mounting Dimensions ................18 Wall Mounting Dimensions ..................19 Tabletop Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST ............. 19 Wall Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST ..............20 Additional Mounting Considerations ..............22 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 4 LED States - WPS Functionality ..............32 LED States - Miscellaneous Controls ............34 LED States - Alexa ..................35 LED States - u6.1, u6.2, u6x ................. 36 GigaMesh LED Behavior ................37 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    About this Guide This document provides general installation practices for the Calix GigaSpire BLAST u12 (GS202xE)and u6 (GS422xE). This document also provides a general description of the products, and guidance for planning, site preparation, power installation, splicing to the outside plant, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Page 6  Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.  For external power supplies, the external power supply used in this device is to be Class II or a Limited Power Source (LPS) power supply. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Gs202Xe/Gs422Xe/Gs4227 Gigaspire Overview

    IPTV video and data services. The BLAST u6x incorporates a WAN interface using a pluggable SFP+ module securely located behind a removeable panel next to the external interface assembly. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 8 MHz channel bandwidth at 5 GHz. The GigaSpire BLAST u12x solution easily delivers high definition (HD) and ultra-HD (UHD) video and data throughout a subscriber’s home in an increasingly video-rich and mobile broadband environment. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 9 2.5G Gigabit WAN - RJ45 (u6.2) 1.0G Gigabit WAN - RJ45 (u12, u12x, u6.1) USB 2.0 GS4227E/GS4220E GigaSpire BLAST Power In (2-Pin Barrel u6.2 & u6.1 or 8-Pin) 8100 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 10: Agency Listing

    Hazardous Materials There are no hazardous materials identified for the GigaSpire. Application Standards Following is a list of standards that apply to this product: Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 11 15 V CC (puissance nominale de 12 V CC) et de 1 A minimum. Spécifications du câble d'alimentation Modèle Type d'alimentation Puissance Nominale u6.1, u6.2 Bloc d'alimentation c.a. 3.0 A u12, u12x Bloc d'alimentation à 2 broches 5.0 A Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 12 Calix ou ses revendeurs, ou un adaptateur d’alimentation ou une batterie de secours acheté comme accessoire auprès de Calix ou de ses revendeurs doit être utilisé avec le produit.

  • Page 13: Site Preparation

     GigaSpire Connectorized Power and Signal Cable - A 2-pin barrel connector to the local AC power receptacle (Type A).  GigaSpire 8-pin connectorized power and signal cable - for use with the optional Universal Power Supply (UPS). Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 14: Before You Begin

    Note: For all models, the power cord configuration must be appropriate for use in the country where the device is being deployed. Note: Only Calix provided and approved power cords or voltage adapters should be used to connect to this product(s).

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    MIMO technology takes advantage of reflections in the over-the-air path to carry additional data. However, Calix recommends that when possible, Calix GigaSpires should be placed in a centralized location within the home to yield the best possible results for Wi-Fi coverage.

  • Page 16: Installation Variables

     What type of building material is used in this facility? Make sure you have the appropriate drills, drill bits and fasteners for routing Ethernet or power cables as they pass through walls and the like. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 17: Unpacking The Gigaspire

     (2) Product Identification Labels with Login Credentials After opening the carton, remove the protective packaging, ensure all components above are present, and prepare for mounting the unit. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 18: Tabletop Mounting Dimensions

    4.75 inches 12.2 cm Shown 4.75” 12.2 cm 8527 u6.1 = 8.5” High u6.2 = 8.5” High = 9.9” High = 8.5” High u12x = 8.5” High Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 19: Wall Mounting Dimensions

    Note: 2-pin or 8-pin power adapter is 4.9" (1.5m) long. Tabletop Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST Any Calix GigaSpire BLAST can be mounted flat on a tabletop, in a tower configuration. Four (4) rubberized feet are pre-installed on the bottom of the unit to provide a non-skid surface when placing the GigaSpire on a table or shelf.

  • Page 20: Wall Mounting The Gigaspire Blast

    Wall Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST The Calix GigaSpire BLAST u6 family can be wall mounted using the optional wall mount bracket. These GigaSpire BLAST models includes a 6mm captive receptacle built into the base for attaching to the captive M6 screw assembled into the wall mount bracket.
  • Page 21 Depending on the material you are attaching to, use a screw of sufficient length and strength to support the GigaSpire once attached to the bracket. Note: If attaching to sheet rock or gypsum board, Calix recommends using a wall anchoring system to ensure the bracket is securely attached to the wall.

  • Page 22: Additional Mounting Considerations

    As an alternative, longer power cords are available to extend the distance between the BLAST and the power supply.  Calix also recommends keeping cabling neat and well secured wherever possible. A tidy installation allows for increased safety and an overall neater appearance. Common tools used for this purpose include cable ties and velcro straps for routing cable out of the way.
  • Page 23  A Calix GigaSpire BLAST mounted near the ceiling on the optional Wall Mount Bracket. This device provides Wi-Fi radios inside the home in a location that provides the optimal Wi-Fi signal throughout the home. The BLAST also provides a mechanical hub for deploying additional Ethernet ports or POTS ports in the home.
  • Page 24 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Final Set-Up And Testing

    The SPID and ACS URL are unique for each service provider. Calix EDGE systems support a variety of system reset functions and provide multiple methods for invoking each of these functions, as described in this topic. Calix defines these functions and behaviors as follows: 1.
  • Page 26 Hardware: no option Software (for support user only): EWI > Support > Tools > Smart Activate > Factory Reset Note: For operators with Calix Support Cloud (CSC), remote resets can be invoked as follows: System Tools > Reboot (https://www.calix.com/content/calix/en/site-prod/library- html/software-products/cloud/nm/support/help/index.htm#88688.htm) System Tools >...

  • Page 27: Powering The Gigaspire Blast - No Ups

    AC outlet is available within that distance.  The power/signal cord that runs from the UPS to the GigaSpire is available in any of the following configurations based on model. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 28 3. Pre-drill mounting holes (to accept an 8-32 pan head screw - not provided) of the appropriate size. Important: Make sure the material you are mounting the UPS to is of sufficient strength to support its weight of 7.16 pounds (3.25 kgs). Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 29: Connecting To The Internet

    If the GigaSpire is configured as a Residential Gateway, connect an Ethernet Cable to its WAN port from the WAN modem (ONU, cable modem, or DSL modem). Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 30  Number of radios: 2 (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)  Wi-Fi Protocol supported: 802.11a/b/n/g/ac/ax  Credentials: Login and password printed on the product label in the gift box. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 31: Led States - Gigaspire Turn-Up

    Alexa is listening and active. Listing Alexa has been once the trigger word is heard. triggered, Alexa is Note: LED is on. listening Note: Cyan on continuously. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 32: Led States - Wps Functionality

    Note: WPS LED behavior takes priority even if Alexa is in use during the pairing period. Note: The WPS behavior of the GigaMesh is identical to other GigaSpires. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 33 LED bar remains red for another 60 second time-out, the WPS/Strength Gateway Not Found seconds, then reverts to the "No LED bar shifts from the blinking green Internet failure status. to solid red. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 34: Led States - Miscellaneous Controls

    (LED Off) Mute Microphone See Below Pressing the Mute microphone icon causes the LED to illuminate solid red. Note: The functionality of the top LED is hardware controlled. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 35: Led States - Alexa

    Note: Toggles for 1.26 seconds between yellow and off. Alexa DND has been provisioned (Enable DND, Disable DND) Alexa Do Not Disturb Note: All four LED's affected Note: Toggles for 1.26 seconds Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 36: Led States - U6.1, U6.2, U6X

    - assuming SW can control the LEDs. Boot-up Failure Off and Red (800 msec) Unit boot-up failed (if SW  Note: The LED is on. can control the LEDs) Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

  • Page 37: Gigamesh Led Behavior

    GM1020 mesh satellite thereby creating an association with the Gateway SSID and the mesh satellite. When the Gateway and the mesh satellite are successfully paired, they will have the same primary SSID (2.4 and 5 GHz). Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.
  • Page 38 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix.

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