A VCE meets all regulatory requirements for the Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) when equipped with the standard application configurations provided by Northern Telecom (Nortel). CAUTION Equipment within a VCE has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
1-2 Introducing a VCE In addition, when equipped with standard application configurations, a VCE meets the following non-regulatory requirements: • Earthquake Zone 4 upper floor—Bellcore NEBS TR-NWT-000063 • Office vibration—Bellcore NEBS TR-NWT-000063 • Transportation vibration—Bellcore NEBS TR-NWT-000063 • Drop test—Bellcore NEBS TR-NWT-000063 •...
Introducing a VCE 1-3 Cabinet cover A one-piece, three-sided cover is used on a VCE. The cover is secured by four hex-socket screws on the front of the VCE and is designed to slide completely off of the unit. Slots are provided in the lower-rear corners of the cover to facilitate removal with a standard screwdriver.
1-4 Introducing a VCE DV-45 shelf The DV-45 shelf has eleven slots for equipment. All cards are inserted into the DV-45 shelf from the left side of the VCE (after the cover is removed). A typical card configuration for a basic Digital Video Learning Network (DVLN) room application is shown in Figure 1-3.
Introducing a VCE 1-5 Signal and power interface panel A signal and power interface panel is provided on the top-right side of the VCE (see Figure 1-2 on page 1-3). There are two versions of the signal interface panel (see Figure 1-4 and Figure 1-5). See Table 1-1 for connector pinouts. Figure 1-4 Knockout interface panel (included in PEC NT2H57AA) FIBER...
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1-6 Introducing a VCE Table 1-1 Connectorized interface panel—connector pinouts Connector Pin # Signal (DV-45 connection) Cable Color Audio Outputs1-4 Ground (Decoder/Program Ch1 G) Ground lead Cable NT2H5726 Signal (Decoder/Program Ch1 +) Signal (Decoder/Program Ch1 -) Black Audio Inputs 1-4 Ground (Coder/Program Ch1 G) Ground lead Cable NT2H5728...
Introducing a VCE 1-7 Ordering VCE components Table 1-2 shows the standard equipment, kits, and optional equipment available with a VCE. We recommend that you carry at least one spare power supply. For ordering other DV-45 equipment, refer to the DV-45 Reference Manual , PEC NT2H7902.
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1-8 Introducing a VCE Video Codec Enclosure (VCE) 323-3221-291 Rel 1.0 Standard...
If there are any packages missing from the shipping order, contact your shipping agent or Northern Telecom (Nortel) immediately (the phone numbers are on the shipping order). The cabinet may be transported to the installation site by hand-truck or carried by two people.
2-2 Installing a VCE Mounting a VCE A VCE must only be installed by trained service personnel and all electrical connections to the main ac-supply must be made by a licensed electrician following all the relevant local electrical codes. Where a direct connection is made to the main ac-power supply, a double-pole manual disconnect device must be used.
Installing a VCE 2-3 Procedure 2-1 Free-standing installation Use this procedure to install a VCE free-standing on the floor; see Figure 2-1 on page 2-1 for clearances. This procedure assumes that the VCE is close to a standard 120 Vac 15 A power outlet and is connected to it by the attached 10 ft ac-power cord.
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2-4 Installing a VCE Procedure 2-1 (continued) Free-standing installation Step Action Unbolt the VCE from its transport pallet. Move the VCE to its final position in the equipment lineup and level the unit by adjusting the levelling feet. Connect the power cable to the 120 Vac 15 A power outlet. Note: The power should be disconnected at the power supply breaker panel.
Installing a VCE 2-5 Procedure 2-2 Cabinet installation (Zone 4 earthquake) Use this procedure to install a VCE where Zone 4 earthquake protection is required, that is, the VCE is bolted to the floor; see Figure 2-1 on page 2-1 for clearances and location information.
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2-6 Installing a VCE Procedure 2-2 (continued) Cabinet installation (Zone 4 earthquake) Step Action Mark the VCE anchor points as shown in Figure 2-3. Figure 2-3 VCE anchor points Wall Leveling feet 3.25 in. (85 mm) Anchor points Wall clearance typically 0.75 in.(19 mm) Cabinet...
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Installing a VCE 2-7 Procedure 2-2 (continued) Cabinet installation (Zone 4 earthquake) Figure 2-4 Removing the VCE cover 3 slots on each side of the cover Step Action Unbolt the enclosure from its transport pallet. Move the VCE to its final position in the equipment lineup and level the unit by adjusting the levelling feet.
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2-8 Installing a VCE Procedure 2-2 (continued) Cabinet installation (Zone 4 earthquake) Figure 2-5 Levelling the cabinet VCE cabinet Leveling Anchor foot point Shims Floor Step Action Tighten the anchor bolts using a socket wrench and extension handle. Torque the bolts to 18 ft lbs. Remove the flexible power cable from the enclosure.
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Installing a VCE 2-9 Procedure 2-2 (continued) Cabinet installation (Zone 4 earthquake) Step Action Connect the DV-45 equipment. See the application-specific documentation. Put on an antistatic bracelet to protect the DV-45 cards. CAUTION Risk of damaging electrostatic sensitive devices Avoid touching any components on the printed circuit board.
2-10 Installing a VCE Procedure 2-3 Cabinet installation (wall mount) Use this procedure to install a VCE on a wall; see Figure 2-1 on page 2-1 for clearance and location information. Note 1: Prior to shipping the cabinet to the site, determine the type of electrical distribution panel and the availability of a suitable 120 Vac, 15 A power supply with a double-pole breaker/isolator.
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2-12 Installing a VCE Procedure 2-3 (continued) Cabinet installation (wall mount) Step Action Note: In order to support the weight of the VCE, the anchor holes must be into a wood stud. If a wood stud is not present in the required position, add a cross-stud between adjacent vertical studs.
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Installing a VCE 2-13 Procedure 2-3 (continued) Cabinet installation (wall mount) Step Action Note: Before removing the flexible power cable from the VCE power terminal block (TB2), note the terminal where each wire is connected. Connect a power cable between a suitable fused isolator on the customer premises and the VCE power block through conduit or armoured cable.
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2-14 Installing a VCE Video Codec Enclosure (VCE) 323-3221-291 Rel 1.0 Standard...
Installing VCE components This chapter provides the information required to: • connect the DS3 or optical carrier facilities to units within a VCE • install DV-45 cards into a DV-45 shelf within a VCE • replace a VCE power supply. This chapter does not include information on setting DV-45 card options.
3-2 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-1 Connecting DS3 carrier facilities to a DCS card This procedure details the steps required to connect DS3 carrier facilities to a data communication synchronization (DCS) card in a DV-45 shelf within a VCE. Requirements •...
Installing VCE components 3-3 Procedure 3-1 (continued) Connecting DS3 carrier facilities to a DCS card Figure 3-1 Rear view of DV-45 shelf FW-2361 FW-2361 Position # VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO OUT/IN IN/OUT OUT/IN IN/OUT OUT/IN IN/OUT OUT/IN IN/OUT VIDEO...
3-4 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-2 Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DMI-F45 A VCE can be equipped with an optional DMI-F45 optical interface module. This module will transmit and receive an optically-coded DS3 to and from a corresponding DMI-F45 optical interface module. This procedure describes how to install the DMI-F45 module and make the DS3 and optical carrier facility connections.
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Installing VCE components 3-5 Procedure 3-2 (continued) Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DMI-F45 Step Action Connect the DS3 cables running from the DV-45 shelf to the DS3 in and out connectors on the front of the DMI-F45 module. Each cable is labeled to indicate whether it is DS3 in or DS3 out.
3-6 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-3 Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DV-OC3 unit A VCE can be equipped with an optional DV-OC3 optical interface unit. This unit will transmit and receive optically-encoded OC3 signals. Input and output OC3 fiber optic connections are made using optical connectors at the front of a DV-OC3 unit.
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Installing VCE components 3-7 Procedure 3-3 (continued) Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DV-OC3 unit Action Step Action Remove the 4 cover-retaining screws and slide off the VCE cover. Observe all the precautions described in “Observing safety guidelines” on page 4-1. Put on an antistatic bracelet and attach it to ground. Cleaning optical connectors mated to the DV-OC3 unit Loosen one of the fiber patchcords from the shelf fiber guide to provide sufficient slack.
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3-8 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-3 (continued) Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DV-OC3 unit Step Action Locate the desired subtask: If you are: Then Replacing a patchcord or Remove the existing patchcord from the DV-OC3 performing a test unit. If you are performing a test, cover the end of the patch cord with a clean dust cap as soon as the patchcord has been disconnected.
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Installing VCE components 3-9 Procedure 3-3 (continued) Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DV-OC3 unit Step Action Assembling an ST connector Gently insert the ferrule into the sleeve so that the guide pin enters the guide slot, as shown in Figure 3-5. Rotate the plug retainer so that the retaining pin enters the retaining groove.
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3-10 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-3 (continued) Connecting optical carrier facilities to a DV-OC3 unit Figure 3-6 SC connector assembly FW-2968 Plug retainer Ferrule Guide pin FW-2968 Guide slot Step Action Insert each patchcord into the shelf fiber guide. Check the optical output power and the integrity of the optical cables using standard optical testing procedures.
Installing VCE components 3-11 Procedure 3-4 Installing cards in a DV-45 shelf This procedure describes how to install DV-45 cards in a DV-45 shelf within a VCE after the option switches have been set. Card option switch settings are application specific (refer to the DV-45 Reference Manual , PEC NT2H7902). Typically, a DV-45 shelf can be provisioned to support: •...
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3-12 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-4 (continued) Installing cards in a DV-45 shelf Step Action Attach the antistatic bracelet to ground or use an antistatic mat. On the left side of the VCE, remove the locking bar from the DV-45 shelf as shown in Figure 3-8.
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Installing VCE components 3-13 Procedure 3-4 (continued) Installing cards in a DV-45 shelf Figure 3-9 Card positions in a DV-45 shelf with a single drop/insert configuration FW-2483.2 Position # Coder Decoder Figure 3-10 Card positions in a DV-45 shelf with a dual drop/insert configuration FW-2483.7 Position # Coder...
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3-14 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-4 (continued) Installing cards in a DV-45 shelf Figure 3-11 Card positions in a DV-45 shelf with a single drop/insert, two unidirectional video channels, and an OC3 connection configuration FW-3101.1 Position # CAUTION Coder Decoder Decoder Decoder —end—...
Installing VCE components 3-15 Procedure 3-5 Replacing a power supply Use this procedure to replace the VCE power supply. The power supply is accessed from the right side of the VCE and below the DV-45 shelf. Tools 1 5/32 in. Allen key 1 Flat-bladed screwdriver 1 Antistatic bracelet Action...
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3-16 Installing VCE components Procedure 3-5 (continued) Replacing a power supply Step Action Remove the 4 retaining screws and lift off the power supply cover (see Figure 3-13). Remove the 5 screws that secure the power supply unit to the VCE. Lift the power supply out of the VCE.
Observing safety guidelines This chapter describes the precautions that should be observed for the following: • handling and working with DV-45 shelves • handling, storing, installing, and replacing DV-45 units • handling, splicing, and repairing optical fibers DV-45 shelf The following precaution must be taken when handling and working with a DV-45 shelf (this includes the external DLT or VCE cabinet, the DV-45 shelf that is mounted inside the cabinet, and DV-45 units).
4-2 Observing safety guidelines Handling units The following precautions must be taken when handling DV-45 units: • Wear a skin-contact antistatic bracelet when handling all units that are sensitive to static electricity. This bracelet consists of an expandable wrist strap and grounding cord; its function is to dissipate charges to ground. •...
Observing safety guidelines 4-3 Optical fibers Optical fibers are either single or multiple strand. The following information and precautions apply to all fibers. Laser radiation All Northern Telecom optical products and associated optical test sets use laser sources that emit light energy into fiber cables. This energy is within the red (visible) and infrared (invisible) regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.
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4-4 Observing safety guidelines • Wipe clean or wash your hands after handling optical fibers. Small bits of glass are almost invisible and can damage your eyes. DANGER Risk of eye injury If there is any suspicion of a glass chip in your eye, seek medical attention at once.
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