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- Page 1 IRXP Portable Ingress Digital Receiver Please direct all questions to your local CPAT Flex sales office representative, or distributor, or contact CPAT Flex technical support at: www.cpatflex.com. Copyright 2024 CPAT Flex Inc. All rights reserved.
- Page 2 CPAT Flex accepts no liability for any omissions or errors present in this document or for any damages that may arise from the utilization of the information provided herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 Contents 1. General Information 1.1 About this Manual 1.2 Certifications 1.2.1 EMC Compliance 1.2.2 Safety Compliance 1.2.3 Note 1.3 Technical Support 1.4 Calibration 1.5 Explanation of Symbols Used 1.6 CPAT Flex Website 2. Ingress Detection in the Field 3. - Page 4 IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 8. Real-time Ingress Monitor (RIM) 8.1 Login the RIM 8.2 Choose the Proper ITX and IRX 9. Updates and Recovery 9.1 Automatic Update Appendix A – Specifications Appendix B – Our Services B.1 Customer Support B.1.1 Equipment Return Instructions...
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Page 5: General Information
IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 About this Manual This manual describes the components, installation, and operation of the CPAT Flex IRXP unit. You will find important safety information in this manual. We strongly recommend that all users read this manual. -
Page 6: Technical Support
Toll-free from the U.S. and Canada: 1-888-307-2728 / International: +1-514-307-2728 support@cpatflex.com 1.4 Calibration Your IRXP unit has been calibrated and tested in the factory and does not require further calibration before use. However, if the unit sustains damage and requires repair, it is advisable to return it to an authorized CPAT Flex service center for proper recalibration. -
Page 7: Explanation Of Symbols Used
IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 1.5 Explanation of Symbols Used The following symbols are used on the IRXP label and in this manual: Caution. Indicates that operations or procedures, if carried out without caution, may cause personal injury or damage to the unit. -
Page 8: Ingress Detection In The Field
Readings are also available remotely in real-time through the RIM service (see section 8 - RIM). The IRXP enables the cable operator to reduce deployment time and focus on the find- and-fix equation immediately, diminishing subscriber downtime and hardening the HFC Outside Plant. -
Page 9: System Components
It detects signals transmitted over the air via the ITX2 that enter the cable network. The IRXP RF entry is connected via a test point in the field. The main operational status is displayed on the LED button located on the front panel. After installation, it requires no additional intervention to monitor and transmit results through the CPAT WEB cloud application. -
Page 10: Physical Overview
IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 4. Physical Overview Front View 12 VDC Power barrel connector jack 0.7x2.35mm (28x93 mils) POWER Button with LED ANTENNA Cellular antenna connector INPUT Coaxial RF Input Rear View Host USB port (Type A) ETHERNET... -
Page 11: Setup
The IRXP can be used in multiple scenarios: along the outside plant, within a multi-dwelling unit (MDU) or as a home wiring certification tool. - Page 12 IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 Here is an example of IRXP connected at the node test point RXP applications within an MDU...
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Page 13: Ingress Frequency
To prevent electrical signal reflections, it is highly advised to isolate the IRXP from the network using a test probe. The model illustrated below operates in the 5 MHz to 1 GHz range and introduces a - 20 dB attenuation. -
Page 14: System Operation
When the RED LED flashes once per second, the SIM card is missing. When the RED LED flashes twice per second, the battery voltage is lower than 6.95V and IRXP is in the shutdown process. When the RED LED flashes three times per second, the FPGA is not responding. -
Page 15: Communication
(see section 8). 6.4 Find & Fix Once the IRXP is connected to the plant and to the mobile network, the technician can start the find-and-fix using the ITX2. Here is a video explaining the CPAT ingress solution with an IRX1 (headend equivalent of the IRXP): https://youtu.be/fh9fFAtc8F8?si=ZPU_KJA9rSYJYVny... -
Page 16: Shutdown
3 seconds. When the unit shuts down, you can release the button. This is not the recommended shutdown method. 7. System Maintenance 7.1 Cleaning the Equipment Your IRXP unit can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the unit in water. Avoid the use of solvents and commercial cleaners. -
Page 17: Real-Time Ingress Monitor (Rim)
The RIM service is available through our CPAT Mobile Application and our RIM website. It provides remote access, in real-time, to the ingress measurements captured by IRXP. It offers field technicians visual readings to precisely locate the source of Ingress entering the cable network. -
Page 18: Choose The Proper Itx And Irx
Figure 2: Chose an ITX from the list. Then, it is possible to view the IRXP status: mobile signal strength, battery level, and minutes since the last IRXP status update. Furthermore, IRXP logs are available at the bottom. -
Page 19: Updates And Recovery
IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 9. Update and Recovery The IRXP- device can be updated automatically or manually. Typically, the system should update its firmware as necessary through updates provided on our FTP website. 9.1 Automatic Update The IRXP- device is usually automatically updated when needed. The updates are distributed from our FTP server to the device. -
Page 20: Appendix A - Specifications
IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 Appendix A – Specifications TECHNICAL DETAILS Operating Frequency 6.78, 27.12 or 40.68 MHz Measurement Range -23 to 20 dBm Sensitivity -23 dBmV (BER <10¯6) (attenuator @ 0dB) RF input type 1x “F” ohm female connector... -
Page 21: Appendix B. Our Services
CPAT Flex is not responsible for any damage that may occur during shipping. The customer should clearly mark the RA or reference number issued by CPAT Flex on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid and insured to CPAT Flex. -
Page 22: Limited Product Warranty
B.2 Limited Product Warranty B.2.1 Hardware CPAT Flex warrants to the original end user (Customer) that the new CPAT Flex branded products will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use, for one (1) year from the date of original shipment. -
Page 23: Refurbished Parts And Prior Testing
(Limited Warranty) and actually fails during the applicable warranty period and under normal use, CPAT Flex shall, at its sole discretion, (i) repair or replace the non-conforming product to remedy the nonconformity identified by the customer in accordance with this section (Limited Product Warranty);... - Page 24 IRXP Getting Started Manual 2024-07-30 V1.5 Published by CPAT Flex 8566 Ave DE Esplanade Montreal, Quebec CANADA H2P 2R8 WWW.CPATflex.com 1-888-307-2728...
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