User manual

Chapter 2. Installation

2.1 General

The Installation chapter will cover the physical installation of the FMUX04, Standalone/Rack

Mount Fiber Optical Multiplexer, the electrical connections, interface connections and

cabling requirements. A brief overview of the functional components such as main unit, order

wire option and management options will also be outlined in this chapter.

Required Tools

You will need these tools to install the FMUX04:

Number 2 Phillips screwdriver for the 3mm and the 12-24 rack installation screws.

Wrist strap or other personal grounding device to prevent ESD occurrences.

Antistatic mat or antistatic foam to set the equipment on.

2.2 Site Preparation

Install the FMUX04 within reach of an easily accessible grounded AC outlet or site DC

power. The outlet should be capable of furnishing 100 to 240 VAC (18 to 36VDC or 36 to 72

VDC for DC supply). Allow at least 10cm (4 inch) clearance at the rear and front of the

FMUX04 for power lines and interface cables.

2.3 Unpacking

Inner cover

Transceiver

Cables

Outer cover

Figure 2-1. Unpacking the FMUX04.