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Installation and User's Guide
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  • Page 1 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide © Copyright 2008...
  • Page 2 This manual contains propriety and confidential information of Foxcom Reproduction, release to any third party, or any other unauthorized use, of any information contained herein is expressly forbidden. The information contained in this document is believed to be accurate as of the time of going to press.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Appendix 3.1.2 Mounting the the 2380 Relay Adapter ...........34 Appendix 3.2 2380 Dimensions and Front Panel Label ......36 Appendix 3.3 2380 Adapter Pinouts.............. 37 Appendix 4 Pinout Charts and Diagrams............. 39 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page i Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 4 Figures Figure 1 Option Label............2 Figure 2 7870T Transmitter Front and Rear Panel .
  • Page 5 30 days of discovery of a defect within the warranty period. This warranty is the only warranty made by Foxcom and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. Foxcom sales agents or representatives are not authorized to make commitments on warranty returns.

  • Page 6: Important Information

    The unit may then be forwarded to Foxcom, transportation prepaid. Devices returned collect or without authorization may not be accepted. 2. Prior to repair, Foxcom will advise the customer of our test results and any charges for repairing customer-caused problems or out-of-warranty conditions etc.

  • Page 7: Reporting Defects

    Examine the units for any damage which may have been caused in transit. If damage is discovered, file a claim with the freight carrier immediately. Notify Foxcom as soon as possible. Keep all packing material until you have completed the Note inspection.
  • Page 8 Important Information page vi Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction To The 7870 Interfacility Link

    LEDs, and back panel monitors, and alarms allow for complete system status monitoring and for interfacing with monitor and control (M&C) systems. Gain Control at the Receiver sets the RF level. 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 1 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 10: Options

    1.1 Options Options The 7870 Interfacility Link comes with a variety of options: 1. 50 Ω Input/Output Impedance/BNC female connector; Standard impedance is 75 Ω/BNC, female connectors. 2. Standalone unit; The 7870 IFL can be installed as a standalone unit. If the 7870 is used as a standalone, a separate power supply must be used.

  • Page 11: Product Drawings

    1.2 Product Drawings Product Drawings Figure 2 7870T Transmitter Front and Rear Panel Figure 3 7870R Receiver Front and Rear Panel 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 3 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 12: Panel Descriptions

    1.3 Panel Descriptions Panel Descriptions On the Front Panel of the 7870 IFL units are two LEDs. Both LEDs should be on when the unit is in use. T The LEDs on the Front Panel of the Transmitter and Receiver 7870 are: LED Name...

  • Page 13: Block Diagrams

    1.4 Block Diagrams Block Diagrams Figure 4 7870Transmitter Block Diagram Figure 5 7870R Receiver Block Diagram 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 5 Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 14 1.4 Block Diagrams page 6 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    (See on page iii). Important Information If after set-up you experience problems, see Chapter 4 Troubleshooting on page 25. Figure 6 Typical Application of a 7870 Interfacility Link 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 7 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Transmitter

    2.1 Setting up the Transmitter Setting up the Transmitter 1. Place the in the 7180M Chassis. 7870T 2. Apply AC power to the chassis. The Power Supply and Laser LEDs should be lit. 3. Using an optical power meter, measure the optical power. Insert the meter’s cable into the Transmitter’s optical connector.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Fiber Optic Cable

    1. Line Up the Polarity Key. 2. Insert the connector 3. Tighten the connector Do not apply any glue, silicon adhesive, or any other Caution material to the fiber optic connector! 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 9 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 18: Setting Up The Receiver

    2.3 Setting Up the Receiver Setting Up the Receiver 1. Place the Receiver in any of the 7180M Chassis, unless a 7870R 2040 RF Switch is installed. (See Figure 7 7180M Chassis Rear View on page 12.) If a 2040 RF Switch(es) is being installed, then slots 2 and/or 5 Note of the 7180M are reserved for the switch(es).

  • Page 19: Powering The Ifl

    • Transmitter power requirement: +14 VDC @ 200 mA • Receiver power requirement: +14 VDC @ 250 mA. • The Standalone Transmitter/Receiver is powered by a Foxcom supplied external DC power supply. • The Rackmount Transmitters/Receivers are plugged into the rackmount chassis.

  • Page 20: 7180M Chassis

    The power supply provides: • 14 VDC stable • AC input; 100 - 240 VAC • Units can be plugged in “hot standby” Figure 7 7180M Chassis Rear View 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 12 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 21: Connecting The Back Panel Jumpers

    3. If the 2040 Switch is installed in Slot 2, place the JP1 and JP2 jumpers on the higher two pins and the JP3 and JP4 jumpers on the lower two pins. Figure 9 Jumper Installation: 2040 Switch in slot 2 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 13 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 22: Figure 10 Jumper Installation: 2040 Switch In Slot 5

    5. If the 2040 Switch is installed in Slots 2 and 5, place the JP1, JP2, JP3, and JP4 jumpers on the higher two pins. Figure 11 Jumper Installation: 2040 Switch in slots 2 and 5 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 14 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 23: Aligning The Fiber Optic Link

    2. Set up the system as shown in Figure 12 Fiber Optic Alignment Setup 3. Adjust the Receiver Gain Control for -15 dBm reading on the power meter. Figure 12 Fiber Optic Alignment Setup 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 15 Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 24 2.6 Aligning the Fiber Optic Link page 16 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Product Specifications

    Receiver gain control Manual BNC female [default] RF connector F, and SMA [optional] Test port coupling 20 dBc Table 3 7870 Interfacility Link Specifications @ 10 dB Link Gain 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 17 Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 26 Storage Temperature Range -40°C to +85°C All specifications are subject to change without prior notice If the link is between 100 - 500 meters, foxcom technicians will Note limit the output power to +2 dBm/1.6 mW. This information must be given to Foxcom when ordering the link.

  • Page 27: Model Dimensions

    3.2 Model Dimensions Model Dimensions Figure 13 Unit dimensions Figure 14 7810M Chassis Dimensions 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 19 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 28: 7870 Interfacility Link Pinouts

    3.3 7870 Interfacility Link Pinouts 7870 Interfacility Link Pinouts 3.3.1 Transmitter Pinout Standalone 7180M 9-Pin Chassis 2380 Relay Connector Backplane Adapter [J13] Connector Connector Name Description 200 mA [max ≥ 10°C] — — +14V Power Not Used — — Spare Chassis Ground J11-P9, J12-P25 J4-P25...

  • Page 29: Receiver Pinouts

    RF or optical levels. Figure 16 7870R Receiver pinout When monitoring the voltage outputs use only a high resistance DVM. Caution 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 21 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 30: 7180M Chassis Pinouts

    41. Appendix 4 Pinout Charts and Diagrams Figure 17 7180M Chassis rear view Figure 18 7180M Chassis Pin numbers 3. In the the J11 connector is inoperative. 7870 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 22 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 31: 7180M Alarm Connector Pinouts [J12]

    Optical Alarm OptAlm8 Standby Power Supply SPSNOP Standby Power Supply SPSCOM Main Power Supply MPSNOP Main Power Supply MPSCOM Chassis Ground Table 6 7180M Alarm Connector [J12] Pinouts 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 23 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 32: 7180M Monitor Connector Pinout [J13]

    3.4.3 7180M and Redundancy Switching The 2040 Switch provides optional 1:1 redundancy switching for all Foxcom Interfacility Links. If the customer chooses to add redundancy switching to the link, the pin connector jumpers need to be moved. Detailed instructions on moving the jumpers are provided in the Model 2040 1:1 Redundant Switch Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    However if you are experiencing difficulties see the list below for possible solutions. if you are still experiencing problems, attempt to isolate and identify the malfunctioning unit before consulting Foxcom’s technical support. Table 8 Troubleshooting the Transmitter Problem Possible Cause 1.

  • Page 34: Table 9 Troubleshooting The Receiver

    Table 9 Troubleshooting the Receiver Problem Possible Cause 1. Lack of RF signal If a spectrum analyzer or power meter present at Receiver, is not available then use a DVM and yet optical power is adjust the gain control for RF signal functioning.

  • Page 35: Appendix 1 Cleaning Fiber Optic Connections

    Specific performance and/or design assistance is available by request from Foxcom. If there is low/no signal or noisy signal at a Foxcom module, the connector should be cleaned. Dirt on the inside connector tip can impair the flow of light causing problems in signal transmission.

  • Page 36: Appendix 1.1 Cleaning Procedures For Fc/Apc Connectors

    Appendix 1.1 Cleaning Procedures for FC/APC Connectors Appendix 1.1 Cleaning Procedures for FC/APC Connectors Use a Kim Wipe to gently wipe the end face surface of the connector. Alternatively a Cletop automatic connector cleaner can be used. Figure 19 Wiping the connector with a Kim wiper Figure 20 Wiping the connector with a Kim wiper [2] page 28...

  • Page 37: Appendix 1.2 Cleaning Procedure For Fc/Apc Bulkhead Ports

    To prevent contamination, the optical ports should be connected or covered with a dust Note cap at all times. Use dry air or nitrogen only. 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 29 Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 38 Appendix 1.2 Cleaning Procedure for FC/APC Bulkhead Ports page 30 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 39: Appendix 2 Installing A Standalone Unit

    All remaining steps are the same as in the product manual. See sections on page8 and on page10. 2.1 Setting up the Transmitter 2.3 Setting Up the Receiver 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 31 Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 40 page 32 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 41: Appendix 3 The 2380 Relay Adapter

    If the 2380 Relay adapter is ordered separately from the 7180M chassis, it must mounted by the user. The 2380 is mounted directly over the connectors on the 7180M backplane, as shown below. 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 33 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 42: Appendix 3.1 Installing The 2380 Relay Adapter

    Appendix 3.1 Installing the 2380 Relay Adapter Appendix 3.1 Installing the 2380 Relay Adapter Appendix 3.1.1 Parts Required for Installing the 2380 •2380 Relay Adapter •Two pin guides •Four one-inch screws •Screw driver Appendix 3.1.2 Mounting the the 2380 Relay Adapter : Disconnect the electricity performing this pro- Very Important...

  • Page 43: Figure 25 Mounting The Screws [1]

    Mounting the Screws [1] Figure 26 Mounting the screws [2] Figure 27 Mounted 2380 Adapter Use only the mounting screws provided by Foxcom. Other Caution screwa can permanently damage the unit! 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 35...

  • Page 44: Appendix 3.2 2380 Dimensions And Front Panel Label

    Appendix 3.2 2380 Dimensions and Front Panel Label Appendix 3.2 2380 Dimensions and Front Panel Label Figure 28 2380 Dimensions Figure 29 2380 Front Label page 36 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 45: Appendix 3.3 2380 Adapter Pinouts

    Main PS Alarm MPSA Standby PS Alarm SPSA Power Supply Comm. PSCOM Alarms in Pins 1 through 16 function if there is either an RF or Note Optical signals failure. 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 37 Foxcom proprietary information...
  • Page 46 Appendix 3.3 2380 Adapter Pinouts Table 12 7180M Monitor Connector [J4] Pinout Pin # Function Name Slot No. RSSI Monitor RSSI1 RSSI Monitor RSSI2 RSSI Monitor RSSI3 RSSI Monitor RSSI4 RSSI Monitor RSSI5 RSSI Monitor RSSI6 RSSI Monitor RSSI7 RSSI Monitor RSSI8 PDI Monitor PDI1...

  • Page 47: Appendix 4 Pinout Charts And Diagrams

    Figure 36 Pinout of 7180 jumper with transmitter and receiver units only ....45 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 39 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 48: Figure 31 Standard 7180M And 7180M With 2380 Relay Adapter Pinout

    7180M LNB Powering Connector 7180M Monitor 2380 Monitor 7180M Alarm Connector 2380 Alarm Connecter Connector Connector Pinouts (J4) Pinouts (J11) Pinouts (J12) Pinouts (J2) Pinouts (J13) A1J1P9 P1 LNB1 A1J1P4 P1 RSSI1 P1 RSSI1 A1J1P7 P1 RFAlm1 P1 RF-OptAlm1 A2J1P9 P2 LNB2 P2 RF-OptAlm1 A2J1P4...

  • Page 49: Figure 32 7180M And 2040 Rf Switch Pinout

    7180M Alarm Connector 7180M LNB Powering Connector 7180M Monitor Connector Pinouts (J12) Pinouts (J13) Pinouts (J11) Not functional in this setup A1J1P4 P1 RSSI1 A1J1P7 P1 RFAlm1 Not functional in this setup Not functional in this setup Not functional in this setup Not functional in this setup A3J1P4 P3 RSSI3...

  • Page 50: Figure 33 Pinout Of 7180M Jumper With 2040 Rf Switch In Slots 2 And 5

    Figure 33 Pinout of 7180M Jumper with 2040 RF Switch in slots 2 and 5 page 42 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 51: Figure 34 Pinout Of 7180M Jumper With 2040 Rf Switch In Slot 5

    Figure 34 Pinout of 7180M jumper with 2040 RF switch in slot 5 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 43 Foxcom proprietary information...

  • Page 52: Figure 35 Pinout Of 7180M Jumper With 2040 Rf Switch In Slot 5

    Figure 35 Pinout of 7180M jumper with 2040 RF switch in slot 5 page 44 Document no. 93-005-35-C5...

  • Page 53: Figure 36 Pinout Of 7180 Jumper With Transmitter And Receiver Units Only

    Figure 36 Pinout of 7180 jumper with transmitter and receiver units only 7870 Interfacility Link Installation and User’s Guide page 45 Foxcom proprietary information...
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