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1. e eeeee Figure 3 3 Optical Input Receptacles eeeeeee Figure 3 4 HX6413RX RF OUTPUT Port Labels e Figure 3 5 HX6413RX Received Power vs RF Output Level Figure 3 6 HX6413RXS2 Quad Receiver 4x2 Block Diagram Figure 3 7 Craft Attenuation Settings versus Signal Attenuation Figure 3 8 HWX Equipment Shelf Paired Primary and Secondary Slots Figure 3 9 Internal Switching 0 cee eee ene Figure 3 10 Module Switching 00 0 cee eee tenes Figure 3 11 Internal Switching 0 0 cece Installation and Initial Test Figure 4 1 Redundant Mode Pair Slot Positioning 0 Figure 4 2 Optical Input Bulkhead Receptacle eee Figure 4 3 Connector Bulkhead Receptacle Connection Figure 4 4 RF Output Connector Styles reee Troubleshooting Test Procedure Figure 5 1 Module Dialog Box Fault Indications e Figure 5 2 Internal Switching Dialog Boxes e eee Figure 5 3 Module Switching Dialog Boxes Before Switchover Figure 5 4 Module Switching Dialog Boxes After Switchover RX2 in Alarm Figure 5 5 Channel Switching Dialog Boxes Before Switchover Figure 5 6 Channel Swi
2. A Data Valid for slot 1 a EA r Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm pie pe w Input Oni Enable Dieable 550 4055 Minlo MinHi Malo Maiti Fu rre aaa Note On initial startup the Quad Receiver Control Panel software will automatically select the first slot that contains an HX6413RX module to display starting from slot 1 to 8 The selected slot radio button will be white with a black dot in the center indicating that it has been selected m Gray slot radio buttons indicate slots that are either empty or do not contain a Quad Return Path Receiver module m White with a black dot in the center indicates the slot that contains the selected Quad Return Path Receiver module m White no black dot in the center indicates slots containing Quad Return Path Receiver modules that are not selected 1 On the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click on the white Slot radio button for the Quad Receiver module that you want to monitor 2 TheSlot radio button for the newly selected Quad receiver will turn dark and the Slot radio button from the prior selection will become clear white B 16 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C B 5 2 Enable Disable Module Receivers The following procedure should be used to enable or disable an internal receiver in the Ouad Return Path Receiver module using the Ouad Receiver Control Panel software Note If no fiber optic connection is to be made to a rec
3. 5 While monitoring the receiver output adjust the gain of the selected receiver Use the attenuation buttons located on the bottom section of the front panel A button decrease attenuation increase gain W button increase attenuation decrease gain m If receivers could be adjusted to be within specification proceed to the next step m If receivers could not be adjusted to bring the signal level within specification contact C COR net Technical Support for direction module Do not exceed 20 inch pounds of torque when connecting the RF cable to the module s RF Input ports Excessive force can damage the module s RF connection CAUTION It is recommended that a torque wrench be used to reattach the RF cable to the 6 Disconnect test equipment a If the measurement was taken using the RF MONITOR disconnect test cable and proceed to the next step b If the measurement was taken using the RF OUTPUT port disconnect test cable Reconnect the RF input cable passing the cable through the cutout provided in the rear of the equipment shelf Finger tighten RF cable then torque to 20 inch pounds 1 8 turn if no torque wrench is available 7 Return to the procedure that initiated this action 4 22 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C Chapter Troubleshooting Test Procedure This chapter provides steps for fault isolating common problems in the module Section 5 1 Safety Information page 5 1 Section 5
4. CISPR 22 EN50082 1 1992 International Standard IEC 801 1984 1058848 Rev C Chapter 2 Fiber Care and Cleaning This chapter describes how to properly handle and clean optical fiber cables and adapters Section 2 1 Introduction page 2 1 Section 2 2 Cleaning Fiber Cable Connectors page 2 2 Section 2 3 Cleaning Fiber Bulkhead Adapters page 2 5 Section 2 4 Cleaning Internal Module Fiber Optic Connectors page 2 6 2 1 Introduction Any contamination of the optical interface where one fiber mates with another can severely degrade the performance of a fiber optic system Thoroughly clean all connectors and adapters before making up any connections 2 1 1 Required cleaning materials m Lint free laboratory wipes Chemtronics Control Wipes or equivalent m Isopropyl alcohol reagent grade 99 5 pure m Optical Fiber Connector Cleaner lint free microporous fabric on an enclosed reel with use once and advance shutter mechanism Alcoa Fujikura Ltd PREP FCC 02 R or equivalent m Adapter Cleaner Tips microporous fabric spiral wrapped on end of thin plastic handle Alcoa Fujikura Ltd ACT 1 or equivalent 2 1 2 Recommended inspection device m Fiber inspection microscope fiberscope 200X minimum magnification microscope with integral illumination such as Leica Fibervue 31 22 70 or Noyes Fiber Systems OFS 300 with adapter required to position ferrule of connector type in use Optimum signal transfer
5. FCC Compliance This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications It has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference to TV and radio reception in which case the user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference This equipment will be tested to ensure that it will not exceed Class A limits for radio emission for digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulation of the authorization methods of Industry Canada Operation in a residential area may cause unacceptable interference to TV and radio reception requiring the owner or operator to take whatever steps are necessary to correct the interference Compliance Matrix 1 6 Introduction Country Standard Safety US UL 1950 Canada CSA C22 2 No 950 European Union EN 60950 Australia AS 3260 International Standard IEC 950 EMI US FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A Canada ICES 003 European Union EN55022 A Australia AS 3548 1992 International Standard EMC European Union
6. 1 1 Index 1 p part numbers module 1 1 physical description module 3 1 power supply controller firmware B 6 procedures fault analysis 5 1 independent mode 4 9 install module 4 3 optical input measurement 4 19 redundant mode 4 12 redundant switchover 4 16 RF output measurement 4 21 unpack eguipment 4 2 Q quick reference guide 3 2 R rear panel 3 5 redundancy A B switch 3 5 channel mode 3 12 description of 3 8 internal mode 3 10 module mode 3 11 module pairing 3 8 redundancy switch A B 3 5 related documents 1 4 S specifications A B redundancy switching time 6 2 channel performance CNR 6 2 CSO 6 2 CTB 6 2 environmental humidity 6 1 temperature 6 1 input power level 6 1 IPD test points 6 1 optical connector types 6 1 optical inputs 6 1 optical wavelength 6 1 performance 6 2 physical dimensions 6 1 Index 2 form factor 6 1 weight 6 1 power input voltages 6 1 power consumption 6 1 RF output levels attenuation range 6 2 optical input 6 2 return loss 6 2 RF bandwidth 6 2 RF Monitor 6 2 RF output impedance 6 2 RF response flatness 6 2 squelch 6 2 squelch overview 3 13 T table of contents v technical support iii W warranty 1 3 1058848 Rev C World Headguarters 60 Decibel Road State College PA 16801 7580 USA n Tel 800 233 2267 1 814 238 2461 Fax 1 814 238 4065 C COR www c cor net European O
7. cs ese dee eG ede eed eae 5 1 2 2 FaultIsolation StepSt cesse site fee als ur e nU OH iets le US RUE RENS S 5 2 5 3 Quad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Boxes c 5 4 1058848 Rev C Chapter 6 Appendix A Appendix B vi 5 3 1 Internal Redundant Mode of Operation ee 5 4 5 3 2 Module Redundant Mode of Operation ee 5 5 5 3 3 Channel Redundant Mode of Operation e 5 6 Specifications 6 1 HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings A 1 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 1 B 1 Hardware Requirements 0 0c eee eee hh rn B 1 B 2 Installation Procedures 20 iadi eee hn B 1 B 2 1 Install Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 1 B 2 1 1 Verification cuore LETS pe eR UAR EE RENE B 2 B2 2 Installation ure a eC e gab ce ge eph B 4 B 2 2 Install Power Supply Controller Firmware B 6 B 3 Control Panel Dialog Box eveeeeeee B 10 B 4 Initiate a Sessionis Rer REDE Ur ERA a ERE Ye RAS B 14 B 4 1 ImtatedSessioh sec cpocitioeensc 9enrtriestis 94 4 834 18 SRL Sd B 14 B 4 2 End a Session 10 pe o Ebbene ed e etr e RS B 15 Bid Control Proceduresz v oC EX xe SECOURS TREE TATUS Fes B 16 B 5 1 Select Module Slot esee eR Re te Ree eg e B 16 B 5 2 Enable Disable Module Receivers llle B 17 B 5 3 Select an Indi
8. falls below the Major low limit the module will switch all receivers to the secondary module B slot 2 x z E S 2 ER z x Inactive Inactive vio m Z Onno ol oc fis Inactive B OPTICAL INPUTS ORTICAL INPUTS pop d Mr uM Tora iot PR OLI OPTICA INPUTS OPTICAL INPUTS dox 35d 4 i2isid Before After Figure 3 10 Module Switching Figure 3 10 Before shows a pair of HX6413RXx2 modules in normal operation with all inputs to both modules within alarm threshold settings All the receivers in primary module A will be active and all the receivers in the secondary module B will be inactive Any input to any primary receiver that exceeds its major low alarm threshold settings in this example RX1 will cause all the primary receivers to go inactive and all the secondary receivers to become active Figure 3 10 After Note Ifa receiver in the secondary B module is DISABLED example RX1 or its Major Low level threshold set of OFF and the corresponding receiver in the primary A module example RX1 exceeds its Major Low level threshold setting module switchover will not occur However if the failure in the primary A receiver is not the same receiver in our example RX2 RX3 or RX4 module switchover will take place 1058848 Rev C Physical Description 3 11 3 3 8 Channel Switching In this mode if an optical input to one of the primary module A receivers 1 4 falls below
9. green out out Power Supply AXGATSRX HX6413RX Item LED Indication m pron o Module A ALARM Mai C Alarm enano 32 2 Module B ALARM RT CN an xe Primary PS C MAJ ALARM xe kali m Primary PS C MIN ALARM os pe x IN x If yes the module is operational based on factory preset alarm thresholds Proceed to Step 6 to verify the optical input and RF output signal levels and squelch setup if applicable for the module If no proceed to the next step Major Alarm Causing Normal Switchover Internal Module or Channel Switching Note If in Internal redundancy mode you must go into Quad Receiver Control Panel software to determine if normal switchover occurred Isolation Steps on page 5 2 to determine cause If no proceed to the next step me 2 Ifyou see Controller MES ORS SONE primary a RE Item LED Indication Color 1 1 mai enam ai Oe ed Module A ALARM red KAN Redundant yy y Js Module B ALARM green Min EA Alarm dd pendentage 4 I Primary PS C MAJ ALARM red eus n fci li o Primary PS C MIN ALARM n a Un 7 fyes normal switchover has occurred Proceed to Section 5 2 Fault 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 13 Major Alarm But No Switchover Module or Channel Mode command or input power and or sguelch threshold alarms Note This could be caused by either the Ouad Receiver not issuing the switchover ema peen mann gt Tf you se
10. 0dB o N eo 0 eo 0 eo 0 e o eo 4 o o t o o lt t 0 0 e O Tt 1 CO 0 N e nd ice oO ive hu ie 4 Attenuator Setting Figure B 3 Attenuation dB vs Attenuation Setting 550 4095 6 Repeat Step 5 until the desired RF output signal level is attained 7 If additional receivers require gain adjustments repeat Steps 1 through 5 until all desired RF output signal levels are attained transmitter Do not exceed 20 inch pounds of torque when connecting the RF cable to the module s RF CAUTION It is recommended that a torgue wrench be used to reattach the RF cable to the Input ports Excessive force can damage the module s RF connection 8 Disconnect test equipment a If the measurement was taken using the RF MONITOR disconnect test equipment cable and proceed to the next step b Ifthe measurement was taken using the RF OUTPUT port disconnect the test equipment cable Reconnect the RF input cable passing the cable through the cutout provided in the rear of the equipment shelf Finger tighten RF cable then torque to 20 inch pounds 1 8 turn if no torque wrench is available 9 Return to the procedure that initiated this action B 20 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C B 5 5 Change Receiver Alarm Threshold Settings The following procedure should be used to change the alarm threshold fields for any of the module receivers RX1 4 using the Quad Receiver Control Panel softwa
11. 2 Fault Isolation Steps page 5 2 Section 5 3 Quad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Boxes page 5 4 Section 5 3 1 Internal Redundant Mode of Operation page 5 4 Section 5 3 2 Module Redundant Mode of Operation page 5 5 Section 5 3 3 Channel Redundant Mode of Operation page 5 6 5 1 Safety Information 5 Section 4 1 Safety Information on page 4 1 A WARNING When using the following procedure observe all admonitions indicated in 1058848 Rev C Troubleshooting Test Procedure 5 1 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps This procedure should be used to fault analyze alarm conditions Figure 5 1 below provides a combined representation of the module and the module s Control Panel dialog box indications to determine the cause of the fault Note Portions of this procedure requires the Quad Receiver Control Panel software to view indications shown in the Quad Receiver Control Panel software dialog box PSIC HX6413RX MODULE Module Alarm LED Dialog Box Optical RF Output Receiver Input On Off Enable Disable Red Yellow Red Red Red Red or or or or Amber Yellow Green Green Figure 5 1 Module Dialog Box Fault Indications 1 For examples of Quad Receiver Control Panel software redundant dialog boxes go to Section 5 3 Quad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Boxes on page 5 4 If familiar with dialog box indicators proceed to the next step to analyze the problem 2 Is the module ALARM LED red or amber Red i
12. 25 to determine if the module has the squelch option If not required RXA proceed to the next step 7 Inthe Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click on the Squelch button m If Sguelch Thresholds are incorrect reset and repeat this procedure m If Squelch Thresholds are correct proceed to the next step Verify RF Output Signal Levels Note since no RF output alarm conditions are presently programmable in the module EN firmware it is necessary to verify each of the receiver output signals to ensure that they are within specifications 8 Check all RF output signal levels as directed in Section 4 6 2 RF Output Signals on page 4 21 Output measurement results m If receiver outputs are within specification or could be adjusted to be within specification the module is operational m If receiver outputs could not be adjusted to bring the signal level within specification contact C COR net Technical Support for direction 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 15 4 5 Check Redundancy Switching Capability This procedure verifies that proper switching between the primary receiver module A and the secondary receiver module B occurs if optical input signal levels to the primary receiver module fall below their major alarm threshold trip values set in firmware refer toAppendix A for default settings This procedure assumes that the modules are operational and that the optical input and RF output sign
13. Clase ETIS MinLo MinHi Majo MajHi Per qe fee qe Fr Fr A B Switching Mode C Select Receiver Receiver Select For Monit etup Gl ne Said 1020304 C None Switch occurs on imwa Major low alarm Manufacturing Info vr Hold 5 hin ime C Channel Switching m Ifthe RS 232 cable was not connected or the Power Supply Controller was off a Critical dialog box error message will appear Click the OK button Continue to the next step Critical ALL No Communicaption to HW Shelf Re trying 5 Verify that the DB 9 cable connection between the PC comm port and the Computer Port connector on the active primary Power Supply Controller module is correct Ensure that the Power Supply Controller is operational blinking green POWER LED Repeat procedure from Step 3 B 4 2 Enda Session To end a session and close the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click the close button X located in the top right corner of the dialog box 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 15 B 5 Control Procedures B 5 1 Select Module Slot The following procedure should be used to select an HX6413RX module to monitor using the Quad Receiver Control Panel software HX6413RX module HX6413RX module A non HX6413RX installed selected installed module installed not selected or an empty slot v1 7 HX6415RX Quad Receiver Control Pane
14. HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings Table A 1 provides a list of the factory default firmware settings for the parameters listed Unless noted the factory settings can be changed by the user as reguired for optimum network operation Table A 2 provides specific manufacturing information based on the model number of the module The settings listed here are current as of the date of publication of this manual C COR net reserves the right to change these settings without prior notice You may verify these settings by contacting C COR net Technical Support Table A 1 Factory Firmware Default Settings Function Optical Input Signal Alarm Threshold Settings RX1 4 Default Settings MinLo MinHi MajLo MajHi 16 6 6 0 17 0 6 0 Note Threshold setting range Hi 6 0 dBm Lo 30 dBm Output Level Settings 550 4095 RX1 4 600 24 dB Note Usable range is 550 4095 gt 30 0 dB Attenuator will operate with settings below 500 but will degrade flatness Refer to Chapter 3 Figure 3 7 Craft Attenuation Settings versus Signal Attenuation on page 3 8 Receiver Hold Time 5 Min default setting Note Receiver Hold Time can be set from 5 to 1 275 minutes Receiver Enable Disable All receivers Enabled A B Switching Mode If the module A B switch is in the ENABLE position the default redundancy mode configuration is Internal Note The HX6413RX is shipped from the factory with the A B switch in the DIS
15. Medied WW guadrx exe 188KB Application 6 2 99 3 48 PM a MSOffice a St amp unst log 3KB LOG File 6 9 99 11 15 AM C My Documents E My Pagemaker CJ Nedtree Cg newsnaps C Mm CJ Msinput Ed 8 EH E Paratool Pm65 3 The Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box appears indicating that it is establishing connection to the Power Supply Controller Connecting to HWX Shelf B 2 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C 4 When connection between PC and HWX Shelf is complete the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box appears single module independent mode shown HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel m rent Eon amp op Pat valid for stort Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm onware EA able Dis 0409 version Optical Input On Off kr GSE MinLo MinHi Maio Majhi Oa JNE Safe lael wee NN Minto button POL wa 0 ss T ae a Info button oe z o elo 1e T1 Select Receiver Receiver Select A B Switching Mode Squelch Setup vit doom IE 1020304 C None Sach Setup Steh eos an wi Or Setting Suit ocou ajor low alarm Manufacturing Info Receiver Hed 5 52i sd Check the Ouad Receiver Control Panel software Version number located on the title bar m If the version number is not V1 7 or later the new upgrade version must be installed Before installing new software complete step 5 m Ifthe
16. Mm Name Size Type Modified C Msinput WW guadrx exe 188KB Application 6 2 99 3 48 PM EEE C3 MSOffice a St amp unst log 3KB LOG File 6 9 99 11 15 AM E My Documents Cg My Pagemaker E Nedtree E newsnaps E Paratool E Pm65 3 The Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box appears indicating that it is establishing connection to the Power Supply Controller Communication message field v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Slot EE o Ca as Ess ep E eo S onnectina To QuadRX Please Wait Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Optical Alarm Receiver fe ut Ki Optical Input ca Enable Dicable Minlo Mini Majlo Majhi 1935 Bm 9 e e ss eo E e B 14 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C 4 Connection between PC and HWX Shelf m If the connection is successfully completed the Quad Receiver Control Panel communication message field will indicate the slot selected Quad Receiver detection occurs automatically From this dialog box you can monitor the input signal readings RX1 4 and view the gain and input alarm threshold settings for each receiver If more than one quad receiver is installed in the shelf it can be selected at this time Dialog box Close button 1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel ma x ata Valid for slot 1 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Slot sme 25 OETI
17. Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C A A B switch 3 5 B block diagram 3 7 C channel redundancy 3 12 cleaning fiber bulkhead adapters 2 5 fiber cable connectors 2 2 internal fiber connectors 2 6 recommended material 2 1 compliance FCC 1 6 matrix table 1 6 control panel default settings A 1 control panel dialog boxes channel redundancy 5 6 internal redundancy 5 4 module redundancy 5 5 control panel procedures change optic alarm thresholds B 21 change RF attenuation B 19 enable disable receivers B 17 select module B 16 select receiver B 18 select redundancy mode of operation B 22 squelch setup B 25 control panel software end a session B 15 initiate a session B 14 installation B 4 overview B 1 verify B 2 conventions document 1 5 conversion table input vs output 3 6 IPD mVDC to dBm 3 4 RF setting to actual dB 3 8 1058848 Rev C Index F fault analysis fault isolation steps 5 2 feedback customer providing iv figures list of vii front panel alarm LED 3 3 attenuation pushbuttons 3 3 IPD test points 3 3 receiver LED 3 3 RF Monitor 3 3 RX Select pushbutton 3 3 functional description module 3 6 G gain control illustration 4 5 general safety precautions 1 5 installation reguired tools 4 3 internal redundancy 3 10 introduction HX6413RX 1 1 L list figures vii tables ix module redundancy 3 11 O overview
18. Receiver Installation and User Manual RXM Version 060675 001 HWX 750 MHz DFB Laser Transmitter Installation and User Instruction Manual 060676 001 HWX 870 MHz DFB Laser Transmitter Installation and User Instruction Manual 1031384 HWX 1550nm EDFA Optical Amplifier Installation and User Instruction Manual AMS AMD 1183132 HWX 1550nm EDFA Optical Amplifier Installation and User Instruction Manual FA 1031385 HWX 1550nm Transmitter Installation and User Instruction Manual XL XLA 1074319 HWX 1550STX Broadcast Transmitter Installation and User Instruction Manual XP 1134317 HWX 1550nm Externally Modulated Broadcast Transmitter Installation and User Instruction Manual 1 4 Introduction 1058848 Rev C 1 4 Document Conventions Labels printed on node faceplates are shown in a different typeface for example ALARM This manual uses the following notes cautions and warnings DANGER Laser Radiation To avoid exposure to invisible laser radiation do not look into the ends of any optical fiber connectors or bulkhead adapters Use an optical power meter to identify active fibers Do not assume that laser power is turned off or that a fiber is disconnected at its far end DANGER Laser Radiation Infrared radiation is invisible and can seriously damage the retina of the eye To avoid potentially dangerous radiation exposure immediately place a protective cap or hood over any radiating bulkhead receptacle or optical fiber connector Thi
19. Slide the module into the slot If installing modules for use in the redundant mode read the Note below The 48 pin DIN connector at the rear of the module will mate with the equipment shelf backplane when the module is fully inserted top of module front panel rests against the top shelf rail of each pair A holds the primary module On the right side the right most slot of each pair Note With respect to Redundant mode pairs on the left side of the shelf the left most slot A holds the primary module Refer to Figure 4 1 AIB PAIR AJB PAIR A B PAIR AIB PAIR HWX Equipment Shelf Figure 4 1 Redundant Mode Pair Slot Positioning If the equipment shelf is not powered up proceed to step 5 Otherwise upon module insertion the ALARM and ON LINE LED s should momentarily light and then return to a steady state status If not a Gently reinstall the module ensuring that the 48 pin connector mates with the shelf backplane b Ifthe LED s do not momentarily light contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Press the spring loaded captive retaining screw at the top front panel then turn it clockwise to engage the threads Finger tighten the retaining screw Repeat step 2 through step 5 for each module that you are installing If the equipment shelf is not powered up at this time do not be concerned You will perform the same LED test that y
20. and initial turn up and test Section 4 1 Safety Information page 4 1 Section 4 2 Unpack Equipment page 4 2 Section 4 3 Install the Module page 4 3 Section 4 4 Initial Functional Test page 4 7 Section 4 5 Check Redundancy Switching Capability page 4 16 Section 4 6 Check Optical Input RF Output Signal Levels page 4 19 4 1 Safety Information The following safety information is pertinent to the installation procedures and should be read prior to turn up testing and troubleshooting of the module DANGER Laser Radiation To avoid exposure to invisible laser radiation do not look into the ends of any optical fiber connectors or bulkhead adapters Use an optical power meter to identify active fibers Do not assume that laser power is turned off or that a fiber is disconnected at its far end DANGER Laser Radiation Infrared radiation is invisible and can seriously damage the retina of the eye To avoid potentially dangerous radiation exposure immediately place a protective cap or hood over any radiating bulkhead receptacle or optical fiber connector This practice also keeps dirt particles from entering the connector WARNING To prevent electrical shock never install electrical equipment in a wet location or during a lightning storm CAUTION HWX equipment is electrostatic discharge sensitive To prevent electrostatic discharge damage wear a grounded wrist strap when you touch HWX equipment Alway
21. be active and the Save and Cancel buttons will disappear Note Ifan invalid value was entered the changes will not be executed the Save and Cancel buttons will remain visible until a proper value is entered 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 21 B 5 6 Select Module Mode of Operation The following procedure should be used to disable or enable redundancy and select a redundancy mode of operation Refer to Chapter 3 Section 3 3 Redundancy on page 3 8 for mode descriptions and Chapter 5 Section 5 3 Ouad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Boxes on page 5 4 for dialog box details on redundancy operation Module mode of operation m For Independent proceed to Section B 5 6 1 Independent Mode of Operation m For Redundant proceed to Section B 5 6 2 Redundant Mode of Operation B 5 6 1 Independent Mode of Operation Note Quad Return Path Receivers are shipped from the factory with the A B switch DISABLED independent mode of operation 1 Place the modules s A B switch to the DISABLE down position 2 Initiate a Control Panel session and select the module to monitor The Quad Receiver Control Panel will appear as shown below 1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel 1511 ze e 25 Ap ac ap S ata Yalid for slot 2 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Optical Statu enim Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable MinLo MinHi Majlo Moni GIA fee en ai Le f e qe Ea a 1
22. between fibers terminated in fiber optic connectors occurs only if the fiber ends come together precisely aligned and with nothing between them that can attenuate refract or reflect the lightwave Fabrication techniques precisely center each fiber and its cladding in the connector s cylindrical ferrule Each ferrule endface is slightly domed with the fiber at the apex of the dome and highly polished The split sleeve in the adapter used to mate two connectors grips the two ferrules snugly and keeps them aligned Other mechanical features of connectors and adapters hold the ferrule endfaces pressed together But it is the installing technician s responsibility to see that endfaces are clean before they are joined Figure 2 1 and Figure 2 2 show why a fiberscope is the tool for that job 1058848 Rev C Fiber Care and Cleaning 2 1 HUMAN HAIR FOR SIZE COMPARISON REFLECTION OF FIBERSCOPE LIGHT THIS FIBER CLADDING IS WHAT SHOWS MOST PROMINENTLY IN THE FIBERSCOPE FIELD OF VIEW THE FIBER ITSELF CENTERED IN THE CLADDING IS TYPICALLY INVISIBLE CLADDING 125 jim AN A gt oc SINGLE MODE FIBER 9 um FERRULE 2 5 mm 4 EUN 100X ENLARGED END VIEW OF CLAD FIBER ONLY Ee 10X ENLARGED END VIEW OF ENTIRE FERRULE FERRULE KEY i TYPICAL CONNECTOR FC PART OF 200X VIEW THROUGH FIBERSCOPE Figure 2 1 Fiberscope Inspection of a Fiber Optic Connector Ferrule DANGER Laser Raditation Infrared radiation is invisible and can
23. location m HX1281BM blank module cover use HX1281BP for a Power Supply Controller slot for any HWX shelf slot not occupied by a module to ensure proper heat dissipation and minimize EMI WARNING When using the following procedure observe all admonitions indicated in Section 4 1 Safety Information on page 4 1 Supply Controller Exceptions are earlier model shelves HX1281ES and controllers Note The module can be installed in an HWX Equipment Shelf having an HWX Power HX2481PC that are not equipped to support these modules 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 3 4 3 2 To Install the Module 1 Place the ESD wrist strap on your wrist and snap the ground wire to the wrist strap connection Insert the ground plug into a grounded ESD jack Modules are shipped with A B switches in DISABLE down position If installing a redundant pair use a small bladed screwdriver to set the A B switch to ENABLE up position for both modules in the pair A B switch position is only one reguirement for Redundancy For further information see Appendix B 5 6 Select Module Mode of Operation on page B 22 A swapped without risk of system damage or interruption Do not use excessive force when CAUTION A module can be removed or installed when the shelf is powered up hot inserting a module into the eguipment shelf Excessive force e g slamming the module into Shelf can cause system interruption 3
24. modules primary A or secondary B slot locations will operate DISABLE independently of each other no redundancy If the A B switch is placed in the ENABLE up position as shown in the illustration to the right the three redundancy modes Internal Module or Channel Switching can be selected using the local or remote control panel software 1058848 Rev C Physical Description 3 5 3 2 Functional Description The HX6413RX receiver accepts an intensity modulated optical input at either 1310 nm or 1550 nm wavelength with a 5 300 MHz RF bandwidth The optical input power should be within the range of 16 to 6 dBm for optimal performance RF output levels fluctuate in response to the optical input such that a 1 dB increase in optical input will result in a 2 dB increase in RF output As an example for the HX6413RXx2 an input level of 16 dBm 0 025 mW modulated with 8 OMI per channel will result in a minimum of 16 dBmV per channel of RF output An RF output of 36 dBmV Ch is provided with a 6 dBm 0 250 mW input Figure 3 5 provides the received power vs the RF output level for each model type Module Version 4x4 4x2 4x1 55 5 52 0 48 5 51 5 48 0 44 5 47 5 440 40 5 43 5 40 0 36 5 395 36 0 325 RF Level dBmV Ch 35 5 320 28 5 315 28 0 24 5 27 5 24 0 20 5 23 5 20 0 16 5 19 5 16 0 12 5 155 120 85 Received Power dBm Figure 3 5 HX6413RX Received Po
25. seriously damage the retina of the eye Be certain that no laser light is present on a fiber before cleaning its contacts Do Not assume that laser power is turned off or that a fiber is disconnected at its other end Use an optical power meter if necessary to identify active fibers Cleaning procedure for m Cable connectors continue to Section 2 2 m Module bulkhead adapters go to Section 2 3 m HX6413RX internal fiber optic connectors go to Section 2 4 2 2 Cleaning Fiber Cable Connectors SC APC and SC UPC connectors can typically be distinguished by color While there is no official industry color code for SC connectors there is a commonly used color code to differentiate the various SC connectors that are available to ensure that proper fiber cable connectors are mated with corresponding bulkhead connectors ANSI TIA EIA 568 A TIA EIA 568 A Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard specifies that SC APC connectors are green and SC UPC connectors are blue Note that bulkhead connector adapters should but may not follow this typical color coding E2000 connectors follow the same color coding convention as SC connectors E2000 APC connectors are green There is no industry standard for distinguishing FC APC and FC UPC connectors FC connectors have a metal ferrule that is used to screw the connector into a metal FC adapter The rubber boots at the base of these ferrules come in a variety of colors and cannot be
26. the module 1 Ifthe module has the squelch option in the Quad Receiver Control Panel Software dialog box click the Squelch Setup button The RF Squelch Setup dialog box will appear Squelch Threshold channel level fields display fields ia RF Squelch Setup Eg Squelch Threshold 20 55 RX1 The Squelch Threshold is OFF channel level is 15 RX2 The Squelch Threshold is 32 channel levelis 14 Update Squeich RX3The Squelch Threshold is OFF channellevelis t4 ___ Threshold RX4 The Squelch Threshold is OFF channel level is 14 Update Squelch Threshold button Unsquelch Delay fields RF Level display fields Time and Level Hysteresis 0 5 127 5 seconds RX1 Unsquelch Delay 20 Sec at RF Level OFF RX2 Unsquelch Delay ro sec at RF Level 2 Update UnSquelch RX3 Unsquelch Delay 15 sec atRFLlevel Timeout RX4 Unsquelch Delay 20 0 sec at RF Level 7 FF Update UnSguelch Timeout button 2 To change the squelch value of a particular receiver RX1 RX4 double click in the Sguelch Threshold field for that receiver Either enter a value valid values are between 20 and 55 or OFF OFF disables the squelch feature for that receiver Note The threshold values are expressed in threshold units with each unit of change equivalent to 1 dB If the channel level field exceeds the squelch threshold setting the receiver will go into squelch alarm shutting off the rece
27. the Major low limit only that receiver will be switched to the secondary module B and all other receivers will remain active in the primary module RO LS s t j 2 3 4 j 2 3 4 RF oUTPUTS RF oUTPUTS 4x4 4x4 4x4 ma moi RX3 mai mo RX3 RX4 mi mo RX3 RX4 vipigo o i o 9 9 o 2 E E E o o 2 o 2 2 EJ Sar t i e oe gt gt gt Sie 5 OF Sof sO ao BB os Oo o 5 0 TG 0 0 8 6 Goo c Si fis s lt i lt E lt sisi lt B A B OPTICAL INPUJTS OPTICAL INPUTS i EE 3 OPTICAL INPUTS T2 ate 15 2 EN 4 UM OPTICAL INPUTS 1 2 83 4 d 3 4 Before After Figure 3 11 Internal Switching Figure 3 11 Before shows a pair of HX6413RXx4 modules in normal operation all inputs to all receivers within alarm threshold settings Figure 3 11 After is an example where the input to receiver RX3 of the primary A module fell outside of its threshold limits The module will automatically switch receiver RX3 in the primary A module to inactive and activate receiver RX3 in the secondary B module Note Ifa receiver in the secondary B module is DISABLED example RX3 or its Major Low level threshold set of OFF and the corresponding receiver in the primary A module example RX3 exceeds its Major Low level threshold setting channel switchover will not OCCUT 3 12 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C 3 4 Squelch The squelch feature is ordered as a special option It is conta
28. the adapter plate bulkhead receptacle Clean the cable connector and bulkhead receptacle following Section 2 2 Cleaning Fiber Cable Connectors on page 2 2 and Section 2 3 Step 2 for FC type adapter or Step 3 for SC type adapter taking care not to over extend the fiber optic cable during the procedure When complete proceed to the next step 6 Depending upon connector type reconnect the fiber optic cable to the adapter plate bulkhead receptacles as described in Section 2 3 Cleaning Fiber Bulkhead Adapters on page 2 5 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each fiber optic cable requiring cleaning one cable at a time When all suspect cables have been cleaned proceed to the next step CAUTION When replacing the adapter plate on the front panel of the module extreme care Should be taken so as to not damage the internal fiber optic cables 8 Slowly slide the adapter plate and fiber optic cables back inside the module see Figure 2 5 Remove Insert Adapter Plate taking care not to snag or pinch the fiber optic cables 9 Holding the adapter plate to the front panel place the module in an upright position see Figure 2 5 Adapter Plate Mounting Screws Secure the adapter mounting plate to the module front panel reusing the original two 2 panel mounting screws 1058848 Rev C Fiber Care and Cleaning 2 7 2 8 Fiber Care and Cleaning 1058848 Rev C Chapter 3 Physical Description This chapter includes figures and tables that s
29. the cables through the cutout provided in the rear of the equipment shelf Figure 4 4 indicates the active RF outputs based on the HX6413RX module number RF OUTPUT RF OUTPUT RF OUTPUT 1 a N 0000 0000 ES 0000 A N d RB 4x1 x x RXx1 RXx2 RXx4 Figure 4 4 RF Output Connector Styles CAUTION We recommend use of a torque wrench to attach the RF output cable to the module Do not exceed 20 inch pounds Excessive force can damage the RF connector 17 Finger tighten the RF cable then torque to 20 inch pounds 1 8 turn if no torque wrench is available 4 6 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C 4 4 Initial Functional Test This procedure covers initial power up and interpretation and response to initial front panel LED indications using front panel controls It assumes that the m A B switch is properly positioned m Equipment shelf is powered up m Equipment shelf and Power Supply Controller module s are operational WARNING When using the following procedure observe all admonitions indicated in A Section 4 1 Safety Information on page 4 1 CAUTION There are no field serviceable components in the module Failure to comply can result in voiding of the warranty Before proceeding obtain the following m ESD wrist strap m Protective caps or plugs as needed to cover every fiber optic connector and bulkhead optical receptacle
30. to be dealt with at the equipment shelf location 4 4 1 Verify Installation 1 Place the ESD wrist strap on your wrist and snap the ground wire to the wrist strap Insert the ground plug into a grounded ESD jack 2 Check all modules in the shelf to ensure that optical input receptacles have fiber optic cables properly connected If not connect the cables using step 8 through step 15 in Section 4 3 2 To Install the Module on page 4 4 3 Verify that no alarm conditions exist on previously installed modules in the shelf module ALARM LED s should be green a Ifan alarm condition exists unseat then gently reinsert the module with the alarm condition b Ifthe condition is still present refer to the documentation that accompanied the module for fault isolation procedures then continue to the next step after corrective action is completed 4 Ifnotalready performed LED Test unseat then gently reinsert the Quad Return Path Receiver ensuring that the 48 pin DIN connector on the rear of the module mates with the shelf backplane receptacle Observe that the ALARM and ON LINE LED s momentarily light and then return to a steady state green condition If the LED s do not momentarily light repeat this step a second time If repetition does not provide the desired results contact C COR net Technical Support for direction 5 Disable any receivers RX1 4 that will not have a fiber optic cable connection This will preclude having a major
31. 009 RX3 16 0 6 0 222 amp 0 A B Switching EXEES L4 pee ET Mode field is 180 so 222 6 0 not displayed Select Receiver A Select imm E HA Tu E is r Setting Manufacturing Inf Receiver Hold 54 k Firmware anutacturng Into Time Min B 22 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C B 5 6 2 Redundant Mode of Operation 1 Place the modules s A B switch to the ENABLE up position Note Ouad Return Path Receivers are shipped from the factory with the A B switch DISABLED independent mode of operation Note For redundancy the Quad Receiver modules must be inserted as adjacent pairs primary P slot and Secondary S slot Redundancy can only be selected for the primary A module Redundancy Slot Pairs Primary Secondary slot slot E 3 4 6 5 8 7 Note When the module is first installed in the shelf with the AIB switch in the ENABLE position it will automatically default to the Internal redundancy mode Note The secondary B module will automatically be programmed for the same mode as the primary A module 2 To select a redundancy mode dialog boxes shown are in the non alarm condition a To select Internal redundancy click on the Internal Switching radio button The below primary dialog box will appear v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel BEI rare Gap C 25 aes 0c 46 c pz m m en S Data Valid for slot 1 Alarm Thres
32. 2 9 E E 360 s0 22 2 eo 9 m 9 x 600 E 200 60 222 60 e 35 am 4 9 600 E 16 0 e0 22 2 1 60 Select Receiver ReceiverSelect A B Switching Mode ForMonitonng 02 7 3 4M Nene Save Son Swach occurs on C Intemal Switching SS E Major low alam 9 Module Switching Mandsctuingino Receiver Hold 5 Min Some eu Seatching v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Secondary Module BE 8 il EEE C Data Valid for slot 2 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Minlo Minhi Mailo MaiHi Ri Output Level Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable 550 4095 222 am pro fe fee fo jol 3 zl a ca i om a Select Receiver Receiver Select lell si C2 C 3 C 4 C None Or Setting Squelch Setup Figure 5 3 Module Switching Dialog Boxes Before Switchover Primary Module v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel LEPI up m r s En e ET e Data Valid for stort Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to GdBm Optical RF Output Level Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Status Optical Input On Off_ Enable Disable 550 4095 MinLo Minhi Maio Majhi f on x e F4 pes so z2 so e F e sje T 3 rr EF e aje oe d me eo zz es 0 f e m jo Pra peo feo z2 se A B Switching Mode Swit
33. 3 5 3 2 Functional Descriptions ue eee tien KAAS SRR Se EE GUAR ELAR SS 3 6 3 3 Redundancy up ed datae EH PRU PIS GS 3 8 3 3 1 Internal Switching 3 10 3 3 2 Module Switching e erere eeeee 3 11 3 3 3 Channel Switching reerereveeereeereneeveree 3 12 3 4 SquelcB shi uss iu tada Le ux ea eat ete a tes 3 13 Chapter 4 Installation and Initial Test 4 1 4l Saf ty Informations esee oil Ree b neISREU e NET dae ae Sed 4 1 4 2 Unpack Equipment poiss sigitas operate RC REC edo 4 2 43 Install the Module beet ete endist eee e Rete ee ER a eed 4 3 4 3 1 A Discussion of the Redundant Mode of Operation 4 3 4 3 2 Tolnstallthe Module eeeeree 4 4 44 Initial Functional Test eveeerereeeeeee 4 7 44 Verify Installation veeeereeeeeeeeneeee 4 7 4 4 2 Independent Mode Operational Analysis llle es 4 9 4 4 3 Redundant Mode Operational Analysis 4 12 4 5 Check Redundancy Switching Capability e eee 4 16 4 6 Check Optical Input RF Output Signal Levels c 4 19 4 6 1 Optical Input Signals reeeeeee 4 19 4 6 2 RF Output Signals cs os ig lee a ee IR eRRE RE ees 4 21 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Test Procedure 5 1 5 1 Safety Information
34. 8 Rev C 4 6 2 RF Output Signals Receiver RF output signals can be measured m Atthe RF MONITOR connector on the front panel proceed to step 1 m Atthe RF OUTPUT ports at the rear of the module these ports may be combined receiver signals go to step 3 Note Quad Receiver Control Panel software can be used to select the desired receiver and receiver hold time see Section B 5 3 Select an Individual Receiver on page B 18 1 To measure the RF output signal using the RF MONITOR test point on the front panel a single receiver must first be selected Note The green ALARM LED will blink off approximately 1 second and then back on when the RX SELECT or gain pushbutton switches are depressed If this does not occur the action expected will not take place Note Each successive depression of the RX SELECT pushbutton will increment the selection to the next receiver Once the desired receiver is selected you have 5 minutes before the module will revert back to the auto scan mode of operation a To select the receiver from the front panel momentarily press the RX SELECT button This will take the module out of the auto scan mode and randomly select a receiver The selected receiver s LED will illuminate green the other three will extinguish HX6413RX Receiver 1 X 2 Os b Ifrequired press the RX SELECT pushbutton until the desired receiver is selected 2 Alarm 2 Using a spectrum analy
35. 848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 9 B 3 Control Panel Dialog Box The HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box Figure B 1 is the interface through which you control the HX6413RX modules installed in the HWX Equipment Shelf The dialog box appears when you initiate the Quad Receiver Control Panel software From this dialog box you can control and monitor the HX6413RX modules and it s internal receivers v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel SBE iz e 25 Ap ac gp ata Valid for slot 1 Gace Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Statu bie NS sa Status Optical Input On Off Enable Di cere 550 4 Mrs Mini Maio Maii rel 035 36 dBm E amp 0 feo 222 co 16 0 eo 22 2 co Xa us lere M NU 6 A B Switching Mode Select a Receiver Select For Monitorin rehi Or Setting IE 10203 C4 C None St Switch occurs on 2 Intemal Switching Firmwan Major low alarm Manufacturing Info is Hold 5 52m Ka Figure B 1 Quad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Box Module Switching Mode Shown quelch Setup es The HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel title bar will indicate the control panel software version Below is a brief description of each of the HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box fields and buttons listed in alphabetical order FIELD DESCRIPTIONS A B Switching Mode The A B switching mode field is only visible if the module s hardware A B swi
36. ABLE position Independent mode of operation Squelch Squelch Thresholds are set to OFF 1058848 Rev C Unsguelch Delays are set to 10 sec HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings A 1 Table A 2 Manufacturing Information Actual Manufacturing Information Dialog Box Output Ports Sguelch Catalog No Catalog No Family Type Subtype HX6413RXA1z HX6413RAI1z 1 21 4 1RF Port No squelch HX6413RXA2z HX6413RA2z 1 21 2 2 RF Ports No squelch HX6413RXA4z HX6413RA4z 1 21 1 4 RF Ports No squelch HX6413RXS12 HX6413RS1z 1 21 4 1 RF Port Squelch HX6413RXS2z HX6413RS2z 1 21 2 2 RF Ports Squelch HX6413RXS4z HX6413RS4z 1 21 1 4 RF Ports Squelch Where z is the fiber optic cable adapter z 1 FC UPC 3 SC UPC 4 FC APC 6 SC APC A 2 HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings 1058848 Rev C Appendix B Quad Receiver Control Panel Software This chapter provides the procedures for installation of Quad Receiver Control Panel software and Power Supply Controller firmware It also provides an explanation of each field in the Receiver Control Panel dialog box and details on controlling the module from the dialog box Section B 1 Hardware Requirements page B 1 Section B 2 Installation Procedures page B 1 Section B 2 1 Install Quad Receiver Control Panel Software page B 1 Section B 2 2 Install Power Supply Controller Firmware page B 6 Section B 3 Control Panel Dialog Box page B 10 Section B 4 Initiate a Session page B 14 Sec
37. Contact C COR net Technical Support for direction 16 Determine shelf Power Supply Controller configuration m If two Power Supply Controllers are installed repeat procedure from Step 5 for the secondary B module When complete proceed to the next step m Ifa single Power Supply Controller is installed continue to the next step Note To initiate monitoring of the Power Supply Controller module s parameters a single poll must be made while the module s dialog box is open Monitoring of the other installed EN module types will either require performing the above procedure or selecting its dialog box and then selecting gt gt More which will automatically initiate a repoll 17 To exit the HWX Control Panel window click on File menu then select Exit If firmware was downloaded using a floppy disk after the floppy drive indicator extinguishes remove the diskette 18 Disconnect the DB 9 cable connection between the PC comm port and the Computer Port connector on the active Power Supply Controller module Note Restore any cables that were removed from the SMARTNETT RJ 11 jacks referred to in the Note prior to step 1 Note After Version 5 has been downloaded you will notice that the green POWER LED on the primary Power Supply Controller will blink at a rate 3 to 4 times faster than it did with prior versions of firmware This is normal and indicates that the device is operating more efficiently 1058
38. Default Settings ee A 1 Table A 2 Manufacturing Information 0 0 eee eee eens A 2 Appendix B Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 1 1058848 Rev C ix 1058848 Rev C Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an overview of the Optiworx HX6413RX Quad Return Path Receiver including module characteristics warranty information related document ion and Safety EMI and EMC compliances Section 1 1 Overview page 1 1 Section 1 2 Warranty page 1 3 Section 1 3 Related Documents page 1 4 Section 1 4 Document Conventions page 1 5 Section 1 5 General Safety Precautions page 1 5 Section 1 6 Statement of Compliance page 1 6 1 1 Overview Quad Return Path Receiver modules are among the components available for the HWX Transmission System This flexible modular design system is based on a 5 RU high rack or cabinet mounted equipment shelf that may be populated in many ways to satisfy a wide range of application needs The shelf has two dedicated slots for one or two redundant Power Supply Controller modules and eight slots for various single width transmitter amplifier and or receiver modules Information on these other components is available in other publications Section 1 3 Related Documents on page 1 4 The equipment shelf can hold up to eight HX6413RXxyz Quad Return Path Receiver modules providing 32 return path receivers Figure 1 1 The x indicates Squelc
39. LARM green x WW xr Hs Primary PS C MAJ ALARM out TIU y Aar nee NE d Primary PS C MIN ALARM out us fem o Alari m Ifyes it is an indication that switchover back to the Ta chm cl ee secondary receiver module has occurred Proceed to the next step m If n0 switchover to the secondary receiver module B indication did not occur troubleshoot problem using Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps page 5 2 7 Repeatsteps 4 through 6 for each optical input cable connected to the primary A module When complete proceed to the next step 8 Repeat steps 1 through 5 m for each HX6413RX module configured for Internal redundancy or m each HX6413RX primary A module pair configured for Module or Channel redundancy 4 18 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C 4 6 Check Optical Input RF Output Signal Levels This procedure is used to verify the HX6413RX Quad Return Path Receiver optical input and RF output signal levels for correct system operation Obtain the following tools and equipment m ESD wrist strap m Digital voltmeter with test leads or spectrum analyzer m RF Level meter or spectrum analyzer m Torque wrench 20 inch pounds setting for RF cable installation m Optical power meter To check m Optical Input signal levels go to Section 4 6 1 Optical Input Signals m RF Output signal levels go to Section 4 6 2 RF Output Signals 4 6 1 Optical Input Signals DANGER Laser Radiation Read Section 4 1 Safet
40. Mode A B Switch Mode Normal operation Enabled Module Enabled Module Remove primary A module from shelf Enabled Independent Remove secondary B module from shelf Enabled Independent Disable secondary B module A B switch Enabled Independent Disabled Independent Disable primary A module A B switch Disabled Independent Enabled Independent 1058848 Rev C Troubleshooting Test Procedure 5 5 5 3 3 Channel Redundant Mode of Operation Channel mode of redundancy is between the modules in the shelf Slot A is the primary module and slot B is the secondary module If the optical input to any one of the primary module receivers RX 1 4 falls below the Major low threshold limit setting and the corresponding secondary receiver inputs are within limits the alarmed primary A receiver s will be deactivated and only the corresponding secondary B receiver s will become active All other receivers in the primary and secondary modules will remain as is Primary Module Secondary Module v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel ied v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel BBE in SS oe Data varia tor siot 1 Mad su e En e O Data Valid tor siot Optical RF Alarm Receiver Output Status Optical Input On Off Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm n Output Level Receiver i Setting Enable Disable 550 4095 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Elea s n Milo MinHi DEus deu Op
41. Optiworx HWX HX6413RXxyz Quad Return Path Receiver Procedures Manual 1058848 Rev C x N Mn e COR Procedures Manual for Optiworx HWX HX6413RXAyz and HX6413RXSyz Quad Return Path Receiver c coR HX6413RXxyz Quad Return Path Receiver C COR net Document Number 1058848 Revision C Copyright 2001 C COR net Corp All rights reserved Trademarks C COR C COR Electronics DV6000 FlexNet I Flex LITEAMP and SMART NETT are registered trademarks and Cable Network Manager CNM COR Convergence COR Connect FlexNode lumaCOR naviCOR Transfer Linearization and TL Technology are trademarks of C COR net Corp All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Contents and specifications within this manual are subject to change without notice Revision History Revision Date Reason for Change A 9 99 Initial Release B 5 00 Update manual to include redundancy hardware and software C 10 01 Updated to include squelch updated fault analysis procedures change to new format Contacting C COR net Technical Support Contact Information You can contact C COR net by phone e mail Internet fax or mail When contacting C COR net Technical Support please be prepared to provide the information listed below m Your name Your company name and address Your phone and fax number Your e mail address The system site A description of
42. The following procedure should be used to install V1 7 or newer version of the Ouad Receiver Control Panel software on your PC The installation reguires loading files from two 3 5 diskettes which takes approximately 1 2 minutes Note Installation ofa software upgrade will overwrite existing guad receiver software Note Close all open windows on the PC prior to loading Ouad Receiver Control Panel software The setup program for the craft software must update certain system files which it cannot do if they are being used by other programs that are running Insert Quad Receiver Control Panel Software PN 1091831 Disk 1 of 2 in the floppy drive of your PC 2 From Windows Explorer Windows 95 select the floppy drive 4 or B then double click on the Setup exe file or associated icon F Exploring 3 Floppy lol xi File Edit View Tools Help E 2 Floppy 7 amp j al slee xel ele All Folders Contents of 3 Floppy Desktop Name TSize Type Modified My HP Vectra PC jaa Guadrx1 cab 1 282KB CAB File 6 2 99 3 50 PM 3 Floppy 4 2 Setup exe 138KB Application 6 18 98 12 00 AM H 6 Asacel2aba C aa Setup lst 4KB LST File 6 2 99 3 50 PM SJ Removable Disk D e E E ADCVS1 SYS F E33 Vol2 on Adevs1 N 159 Reldwg on Avs ntsrv1 R 3 An Install dialog box will appear indicating Copying files please stand by When complet
43. X6413RXx4 n 30dB 1 dB LED RECEIVER Four LEDs one for each receiver 1 4 green 1 4 Green indicates the selected receiver Off indicates the receivers that are not selected Blinking indicates the module is in the auto scan mode LED ALARM Green steady indicates normal operation green amber Green blinks off and on indicates a positive depression of any of the front panel red pushbutton switches Amber for any minor alarm condition in the module Red for any major alarm condition in the module Major Optical input power high low IPD levels that exceed the major alarm threshold settings for any receiver 1 4 RE output power high low Future capability Minor Optical input power high low IPD levels that exceed the minor alarm threshold settings for any receiver 1 4 Test Points IPD Monitors the optical input level of the selected receiver through the photodiode current at the rate of 1 0 V mW Refer to Figure 3 2 GND Supplies the appropriate ground reference for the IPD measurement Switch RX Used to select a receiver 1 4 Connects sampled input IPD RF output RF pushbutton SELECT MONITOR and RF gain control of the selected receiver Optical inp t FC APC SC APC FC UPC or SC UPC adapters Switch A Increases the RF output level of the selected receiver decreases attenuation pushbutton v Decreases the RF output level of the selected receiver increases attenuation 1 Refer to Appendix A f
44. actory with the receiver Squelch Thresholds set to OFF and an Unsquelch Delay of 10 seconds FF EF r AZB Switching Mode witch occurs on This Receiver is acting jor low alarm as a secondary unit Configure via primary unit Select Receiver Receiver Select quelch Set CIC2C3C4C Noel 2 Firmware R Hold SMi eon ol 5 Min Download Manufacturing Info Sguelch Setup button button For Monitoring Or Setting Manufacturing Info B 5 7 1 Verify Sguelch Option In the Quad Receiver Control Panel Software dialog box click the Manufacturing Info button The Manufacturing Information dialog box will appear The Catalog Number field will indicate if the squelch option is installed Click the Close button X on the Manufacturing Information dialog box title bar to exit LM Manufacturing Information Catalog Number Part Number 1087786 Serial Number 4321 Date of Manufacture fi 2345 Configuration QUADRX 4x2 Family for Device type 21 Close Subtype o2 Firmware Version fi 091 74 8A Squelch option portion of the Catalog Number RA z no squelch RS squelch 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 25 B 5 7 2 Change Sguelch Setup sguelch option the dialog box will appear Disregard since it has no functionality in the Note If the user clicks on the Squelch Setup button for a module that does not have
45. alarm when power is applied to the module Refer to Section B 5 2 Enable Disable Module Receivers on page B 17 for details 6 Ensure that the Power Supply Controller has the latest firmware To determine the version of firmware refer to Appendix B 2 2 Install Power Supply Controller Firmware on page B 6 If an upgrade is needed continue to install per procedure 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 7 7 Normal operation using LED analysis is based on the HX6413RX mode of operation m For Independent Mode proceed to Section 4 4 2 Independent Mode Operational Analysis on page 4 9 m For Redundant Mode proceed to Section 4 4 3 Redundant Mode Operational Analysis on page 4 12 Use the below legend for LED indications and abbreviations used in the following procedures o Illuminated LED R Red G Green Y Vellow A Amber n a Not applic Extinguished LED PS C Power Suppi Note The HX6413RX Quad Receiver normal and alarm indications are based on threshold settings that are preset during manufacturing Reference Table 3 1 Front Panel Indicators Connectors Switches and Test Points page 3 3 and Appendix A HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings Fault isolation steps are based on those settings and any user changes could yield different results 4 8 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C 4 4 2 Independent Mode Operational Analysis The following steps verifying proper operation
46. als have been verified and the alarm threshold settings verified and set Before proceeding obtain the following m ESD wrist strap m Protective caps or plugs as needed to cover every fiber optic connector and bulkhead optical receptacle to be dealt with at the equipment shelf location To Verify Normal Module Operation 1 Place the ESD wrist strap on your wrist and snap the ground wire to the wrist strap Insert the ground plug into a grounded ESD jack 2 Verify that no alarm conditions exist on previously installed modules in the shelf module ALARM LED s should be green a If an alarm condition exists unseat then gently reinsert the module with the alarm condition b If the condition is still present refer to the documentation that accompanied the module for fault isolation procedures then continue to the next step after corrective action is completed Use the below legend for LED indications and abbreviations used in the following steps GQ Illuminated LED Letter in the center R Red G Green Y Yellow A Amber n a Not applicable Extinguished LED PS C Power Supply Controller Note The HX6413RX Ouad Receiver normal and alarm indications are based on threshold settings that are preset during manufacturing Reference Table 3 1 Front Panel Indicators Connectors Switches and Test Points on page 3 3 and Appendix A HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings Fault isolation steps are based on those settin
47. anel software to determine if normal switchover occurred and can only be monitored using the CN S proceed to next step 4 To simulate loss of signal disconnect RX1 or first input with a fiber optic cable attached optic input connector Paonr CREAR testam paman Receiver Receiver Item LED Indication Color 1 1 eem cae 2 Module A ALARM red Min nla Alarm een x Module B ALARM ereen v 5s 5 Primary PS C MAJ ALARM red eus Alarm o Alarm o Primary PS C MIN ALARM n a s ICM oe m Ifyes itis an indication that switchover to secondary receiver module has occurred To verify actual switchover If no switchover to the secondary receiver module B indication did not occur troubleshoot problem using Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps page 5 2 5 Using Section 4 6 2 RF Output Signals page 4 21 verify that RF outputs at the proper RF ports have switched based on the redundancy mode of operation and HX6413RX model RX1 RX2 or RX4 installed m If correct proceed to next step m fnot correct troubleshoot problem using Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps page 5 2 When complete repeat from step 1 Installation and Initial Test 4 17 1058848 Rev C Restore to Normal Operation 6 Reconnect optical input fiber optic cable Fewer Supply EZEN HXBA13RX Item LED Indication Color Vid Receiver Receiver Module A ALARM green Maj OO Alarm case zi x Module B A
48. arm v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel MEE MEE TEE p es DESEE TRIS e Data Valid for slot 1 S ENTER UPS S Data Valid for slot 1 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm pia k F Dutput Level Optical RF Output Level Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable 550 4095 Mino MiHi Malo Mali Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable 550 4095 Milo Mihi Malo Mahi am 0 eo Il 160 eo 222 feo e 22 e 0 0 o JE 6 0 6 0 222 s0 Q 99 dBm e 0 hay E 160 so f222 feo 22 an e o so feo f222 feo 1254 n x 0 600 E 200 so 222 60 8 a 0 T 200 feo 222 60 dm 0 600 al 160 so f222 feo 9 am 00 E 160 so f222 feo Select Receiver Receiver Select AB S Select Receiver Receiver Select A B Swi Ee a a 0 2 0 3 7 4 aio Seth Senn mates d ForMonitoring 7 1 02 0 3 774 C None EL Spem ES r Maior low al ule Switching or ee Major low alarm Manufactuing nfo Receiver Hold 5 in Fin nett I es Switching Marufactuing Info Receiver Hold 5 Min E C Channel Switching Figure 5 2 Internal Switching Dialog Boxes Table 5 1 indicates mode of operation of module pai
49. articles off the interior of a metallic adapter split ring thus perhaps contaminating the fiber to fiber interface or 2 fracture a ceramic adapter split ring leading to fiber misalignment 2 To mate an FC connector and adapter a Insertthe connector into the adapter taking care to keep the connector ferrule in line with the adapter s split sleeve b Rotate the connector as necessary until its key slips into the adapter key way c Thread the connector cap clockwise onto the adapter until finger tight to complete the connection 1058848 Rev C Fiber Care and Cleaning 2 5 54 2 4 To mate an SC connector and adapter Orient the connector to align its keyed side with the slotted keyway side of the adapter b Taking care to keep the connector ferrule in line with the adapter s split sleeve insert the connector all the way into the adapter until the mating latches click Cleaning Internal Module Fiber Optic Connectors CAUTION Notall C COR net optical units were designed to facilitate end user cleaning of the internal optical connectors Therefore unless this procedure will be performed by a Skilled and experienced person we recommend the use of our Repair Services contact A C COR net Technical Support if internal connector cleaning becomes necessary For
50. been selected for download Download to the active controller takes approximately 70 seconds secondary controller 90 seconds When the download is complete the Please note dialog box appears Click OK Please Note EI The software has been downloaded the software will reset and start running after this dialog box closes Note When downloading firmware to the primary Power Supply Controller you must wait until the green POWER LED on the Power Supply Controller starts blinking before performing step 14 If not an invalid poll will occur one or more of the installed module slot icons will not reflect a status If this happens repoll after the green POWER LED on the Power Supply Controller starts blinking 14 To verify a proper download in the HWX Control Panel window click the 7 Running Man icon Reselect the slot icon for the Power Supply Controller that received the download The module s dialog box appears B 8 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C 15 Click gt gt More to show the entire dialog box Verify that the firmware has loaded properly The Firmware version running field should indicate Version 5 005 m If the download was successful click on the Close button proceed to the next step m Ifthe download was not successful click on the Close button then retry firmware download repeat procedure from Step 8 If a successful download cannot be attained call
51. box will appear 1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Beka Slot E Pse Aus Es Es ep qp ata Valid for slot 1 Optical Output Level Alarm Receiver Du n Receiver Setting KI Optical Input Enable Disable 550 A dBm sel 0 e E a Select Receiver Receiver Select For Monitoring E o 9 Or Setting 5 dm ma 0 750 z Squelch Setup For Monitoring 4 72 3 C 4 C None Or Setting 5 Firmware Manufacturing Inf Receiver Hold i anufacturing Info Tine 5 Min Download Select Receiver Is Select B 24 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software E Firmware Major low alarm Manufacturing Info Receiver Hold in anufacturing nto ED 5 Min Download Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm MinLo Minhi Majlo MajHi Per pe rer feo EF E qe pe qe Fe qe qp feo A B Switching Mode A B Switching Mode This Receiver is acting as a secondary unit Configure via primary unit Switch occurs on Major low alarm Channel Switching selected 1058848 Rev C B 5 7 Verify or Change Sguelch Setup The following procedure should be used to m To verify that the module has the squelch option proceed to Section B 5 7 1 Verify Squelch Option m To change the Squelch setup proceed to Section B 5 7 2 Change Squelch Setup Note Quad Return Path Receivers with the Squelch option installed are shipped from the EN f
52. cal Description 3 1 RF MONITOR Test Point 24 dB HX6413RXx1z 27 dB HX6413RXx2z 30 dB HX6413RXx4z Select port using RX SELECT pushbutton RECEIVER LEDs Normally in scan mode Use RX SELECT button to select a single receiver 30 dB Qe Qo green z selected RX blinking scan mode Thumbscrew for securing the module to the RF MONITOR Q O ALARM LED Green OK Amber Minor alarm Red Major alarm IPD Test Points Receiver Optical input power Select input using RX SELECT pushbutton RX SELECT Selects an individual receiver Enables IPD RF Monitor and RF level adjust for the selected receiver Optical Input connectors to RX1 RX2 RX3 RX4 E Enabl j P Independent Mode j of operation RF Level Adjust A Increase RF level v Decrease RF level RF OUTPUT connectors RX1 RX2 RX3 RX4 Equipment shelf connector NA B a BLE DISABLE e Redundancy Mode Figure 3 1 HX6413RX Quick Reference Guide 3 2 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C 3 1 1 Front Panel Table 3 1 Front Panel Indicators Connectors Switches and Test Points Type Item Name Functional Description F RF MONITOR 75 ohm connection point for monitoring the output RF signal female n DB Signal strength here is sampled at a lower level with respect to the RF output ports HX6413RXx1 nz 24dB 1 dB HX6413RXx2 nz 27dB 1 dB H
53. cases where returning a unit for such service may not be a viable option we provide these procedural steps The customer must recognize that performance of these steps is at the customer s sole risk Repairs of any damages caused by performance of these steps will be at the customer s expense 2 6 Having determined that one or more of the module s internal optical connectors must be inspected and perhaps cleaned in the field remove the module from the HWX Eguipment Shelf Hold the module with the front panel in an upright position see Figure 2 5 Adapter Plate Mounting Screws In this position the adapter plate will not fall away from the front panel after the panel mounting screws have been removed Remove the two 2 panel mounting screws Mounting Screws Removable Adapter Mounting Plate Removable Adapter Mounting Plate Adapter Plate Mounting Screws Remove Insert Adapter Plate Figure 2 5 Removal Installation of HX6413RX Adapter Plate While holding the adapter plate to the front panel of the module place the module on a flat surface with the adapter plate closest to the flat surface see Figure 2 5 Remove Insert Adapter Plate This position will allow the internal fiber optic cable loop to rest on the module cover thereby minimizing the risk of it snagging on the printed circuit board components as the adapter plate is extended away from the module face plate Slowly withdraw the adapter plate awa
54. ce the Save button is pressed you can not return to the initial settings Communication Interface Indicator NS and Message field The communication Indicator is a circular crosshatched indicator that will rotate as long as there is a communications link between the HX6413RX module and the HWX shelf s primary Power Supply Controller The message field located to the right of the indicator will provide messages on system operation Manufacturing Info Click this button to view module information Figure B 2 This is a user read only dialog box Click the Close button X on the Manufacturing Information dialog box title bar to exit w Manufacturing Information RA RS no squelch squelch Catalog Number Part Number Serial Number 4321 Date of Manufacture 12345 Configuration Receiver output ports 4X1 all RXs combined 4X2 RX1 and RX2 combined RX3 and RX4 combined 4X4 individual ports Device type 21 Close Subtype 02 Firmware Version 10 91 74 8A Figure B 2 Manufacturing Information Dialog Box Optical Alarm Status There is an alarm status indicator for each receiver RX1 4 If the incoming signal level is within the alarm threshold settings the indicator will be green If the input falls outside the minor or major alarm threshold settings the indicator will be yellow or red respectively Output Level Setting 550 4095 This field is the equivalent of the gain control buttons o
55. ch ocouson C Firmware Major low alarm sim Download Select Receiver Receiver Select Squelch Set For Monitoring EG kuid Or Setting Manufacturing Info Deceit Hod 5 v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel A B Switching Mode Sitch occurs on This Receiver i acting Manufacturing Info Receiver Hold 5 Min kud Kod pou via Et unit Secondary Module AE x i eS Ean ee ep Q Data Valid for slot 2 7 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Optical RF Output Level Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable 550 4095 iis DES mem NES e 22 an e peo es fpe feo 2a 09 o ii fes eo pfe feo Q 11205 an ol 4 peo feo ppe feo 5 uam er pee es 2 feo Select Receiver Receiver Select Saueleh Setup for C1C2C3C4 C None Manufacturing Info Receiver Hold Time A B Switching Mode Switch occurs on This Receiver is oro IUD Major low alarm asa secondary uni 52Min Download Configure via dna unit Figure 5 4 Module Switching Dialog Boxes After Switchover RX2 in Alarm Table 5 2 indicates mode of operation of module pairs programmed for Module switching based on module presence and A B switch position Table 5 2 Module Switching Mode A B Switch Dependency p Primary A Module Secondary B Module pas A B Switch
56. condition in the primary unit will not cause a switchover from the primary to the secondary However this condition could lead to a major alarm which will cause switchover For this reason it is important that this condition be cleared 4 14 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C 5 If you see Item LED Indication Color Power Supply HX6413RX HX6413RX Controller B secondary A primary Module A ALARM amber primary Receiver Receiver PEN 31 31 Module B ALARM green Mal Alarm channel 3 2 Xt Primary PS C MAJ ALARM out T Jtt Mug B Primary PS C MIN ALARM yellow m If yes it is a minor fault condition Proceed to Section 5 2 ower yes nem Aam JE Fault Isolation Steps on page 5 2 to determine cause m Ifno this is an undefined fault indication contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Verify Optical Input Signal Levels 6 Check all optical input signal levels as directed in Section 4 6 1 Optical Input Signals on page 4 19 Measurement results m If receiver inputs are within specification or could be adjusted to be within specification proceed to the next step m If receiver inputs could not be adjusted to bring the signal level within specification contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Verify or Change Squelch Setup This step is only required if the module has the Squelch option RXS installed Refer to Section B 5 7 Verify or Change Squelch Setup on page B
57. ds in the dialog box will now be continuously updated B 18 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C B 5 4 Change Receiver RF Output Attenuation The following procedure should be used to change the RF output level of a receiver in the module using the Ouad Receiver Control Panel software 1 The receiver RF output can be monitored m Atthe RF OUTPUT port s on the rear of the module proceed to Step 2 m Atthe RF MONITOR connector on the front panel of the module go to Step 3 Note The RF OUTPUT ports at the rear of the module may have combined receiver RF signals 2 Disconnect the receiver RF output cable from the rear of the module Connect a cable from the receiver RF OUTPUT to a spectrum analyzer or RF level meter Go to step 4 3 Connect a cable from the receiver RF MONITOR connector on the front panel to a spectrum analyzer or RF level meter Output Level Setting Output Level Setting fields slider buttons v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Contol Panel pang Ley Level Receiver i Receiver Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disabl 5507408 x ENG TE um EA A DRACO f e le i 4 ca heat Receiver Select ti i r Setting IE 1203 4 None Switch occurs on Firmware Major low alarm Manufact Info Receiver Hold 3 anufacturing Info Time 54 Min Download 4 Select the receiver to be adjusted by clicking on the appropriate Receiver Select radio butt
58. e primary a pon m Item LED Indication Color vane s 35 a Module A ALARM red a Mu E Xo Module B ALARM red MR P eon ie Primary PS C MAJ ALARM red dium nm 33 am XX Primary PS C MIN ALARM n a If yes this was most likely caused by an optical input alarm in the secondary preventing switchover Proceed to Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps on page 5 2 to determine cause If no proceed to the next step Major or Minor Alarm in the Secondary Module Module or Channel Mode Note Although a major alarm condition in the secondary unit will not affect primary operation it could inhibit switchover from the primary to the secondary if the primary input fails For this reason it is important that this condition be cleared Note A minor alarm is a warning that the condition could deteriorate to a major alarm in which case it could result in causing or inhibiting switchover mE Supply HX6413RX HX6413RX 4 f you see Oma ee eee er Item LED Indication Color mai Qnam z oa Module A ALARM green or Redundant j q Js Module B ALARM red or amber ii Aarm Kiik zi 4 w Primary PS C MAJ ALARM red and or ees a oid eo Primary PS C MIN ALARM yellow LR Ifyes thisisa secondary fault condition Proceed to Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps on page 5 2 to determine cause If no proceed to the next step Minor Alarm in the Primary Module Internal Module Channel Mode Note A minor alarm
59. e A active and B Inactive Note The squelch option is an independent function and will not affect the redundancy switchover functionality 1058848 Rev C Physical Description 3 9 3 3 4 Internal Switching In this mode a module s receivers are paired Primary and secondary refers to the receivers within the same module not between modules Receiver 1 and 2 are a pair RX1 is the primary and RX2 is the secondary Receiver 3 and Receiver 4 are paired RX3 is the primary and RX4 is the secondary Refer to Figure 3 9 Before RX2 RX3 RX RXI RX Q MENO OZ 10 0 E a 0 Ta i TO 0 XS JE UJ inactive 2 Y o OPTICAL INPUTS OPTICAL INPUTS Before After Figure 3 9 Internal Switching If the optical input to a primary receiver 1 and or 3 falls below its Major low limit the device will switch to its secondary receiver 2 and or 4 as long as the secondary receiver inputs are within limits In the above example Figure 3 9 After RX1 input is in an alarm state and RX2 is now active Note Ifthe secondary receiver in the receiver pair is DISABLED example RX2 or its EN Major Low level threshold set of OFF and the primary receiver example RX1 exceeds its Major Low level threshold setting internal switchover will not occur 3 10 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C 3 3 2 Module Switching In this mode if the optical input to any one of the primary module A slot receivers 1 4
60. e the Setup dialog box appears AN Please insert disk 2 E Cancel Remove Disk 1 of 2 from the floppy drive then b Insert Quad Receiver Control Panel Software Disk 2 of 2 c Click OK button to continue The Install dialog box will again indicate Copying files please stand by Note If the install does not complete run setup again New installs will require two 2 setups Note If errors are reported copy the included oleaut32 dll file into Windows System or winnt System32 and run setup again B 4 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C 4 When all the files have been copied the Quad Receiver Setup dialog box appears Click OK to continue Z3 Quad Receiver Setup mu a 5 The Quad Receiver Setup dialog box will now require you to select the install directory and folder that you want the files to reside 12 Quad Receiver Setup Change Install Directory Icon button m To accept the default directory click on the Install icon to the left of the message m To change the directory location click on the Change Directory button Enter your new location then click OK Repeat step 5 6 The Quad Receiver Setup dialog box will now indicate initialization is taking place When complete the dialog box will indicate that the setup is complete Click the OK button Quad Receiver Setup 7 Remove Disk 2 of 2 from the floppy drive 1058848 Rev C Quad Recei
61. eding read the following if you are using or are planning on using the Redundancy mode 4 3 1 A Discussion of the Redundant Mode of Operation Slot A is the primary receiver module and slot B is the secondary receiver module If the optical input to the primary module A receiver falls below the MajLo threshold setting and the secondary module B receiver input is within limits the module will switch from the primary module receiver to the secondary module receiver One requirement for Redundancy is that both A B switches of module pairs are in the ENABLE up position Any other combination results in an Independent mode of operation between the pairs Table 4 1 indicates the mode of operation available as a function of the A B Switch setting in a module pair Table 4 1 A B Switch Position and Mode of Operation Module A Module B Mode of Operation Enable Enable Redundant Enable Disable Independent Disable Enable Independent Disable Disable Independent 1 A B switch position is only one requirement of Redundancy For a further explanation on the requirements of Redundancy refer to Chapter 3 3 Redundancy on page 3 8 Before proceeding obtain the following ESD wrist strap Modules to be installed Small bladed screwdriver Torque wrench 20 inch pounds setting for RF cable installation Protective caps or plugs as needed to cover every fiber optic connector and bulkhead optical receptacle to be dealt with at the HWX shelf
62. eference voltage is determined by the major low input level alarm threshold which the user can set through software to the desired value If the IPD derived voltage for a receiver on a primary module falls below the reference voltage and the IPD derived voltages for the receivers on the backup module do not the A B switching circuit will change states The A B switch signals will be transported to the secondary module through the backplane of the shelf and enable it The change of states will be reported by the module microprocessor to the monitoring software 3 8 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C AIB PAIR AIB PAIR AIB PAIR AIB PAIR AA l HWX Equipment Shelf Figure 3 8 HWX Equipment Shelf Paired Primary and Secondary Slots Once the module s hardware A B switch is placed in the ENABLE up position the three redundancy modes Internal Module or Channel Switching can be selected using the local or remote control panel software Note Software control for setting redundancy modes can only be performed by selecting the primary module A slot location Selecting the mode in the primary module will automatically configure the secondary module B to the same mode of operation Note Switching will only take place if the secondary module B receiver is alarm free If the fault condition is cleared or the receiver is Disabled the process will be reversed back to its normal stat
63. eiver RX1 4 that receiver should be Disabled so as to prevent an alarm condition and possible switchover from primary to secondary receivers modules Both primary and secondary receivers should be disabled If and when it is to be connected both receivers should then be Enabled Note In the Internal redundancy mode switchover will occur even if the secondary receiver is disabled Receiver Enable Disable Receiver Enable Disable buttons RX1 RX4 indicators RX1 RX4 v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Data Valid for slot 1 acid Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Optical RF Receiver Outp Receiver alus Optical Input ES aj 02 TE MinLo MinHi Maio Majhi F035 anm 36 E 5 0 eo 222 co E 5 0 eo 222 co 200 so 2 co E 6 0 feo 222 feo es Receiver Receiver Select etup A B Switching Mode d Or Setting IE 1020304 C None Switch occurs on C itchi i Major low alarm i Manufacturing ni Recerer EM 5 Z Min ei C Channel Switching 1 To change the enable disable status of a receiver click on the appropriate receiver RX1 4 button This will enable a receiver that was previously disabled or disable a receiver that was previously enabled 2 The associated receiver enable disable indicator will change color to indicate the change in status m The indicator for a disabled receiver will be red m The indicator for an enabled receiver will be green 1058848 Rev C Quad Recei
64. eiver Faulty Alarm 2 If you see Item LED Indication Color Module ALARM red or amber Primary PS C MAJ ALARM out Primary PS C MIN ALARM out If yes suspect defective receiver alarm circuitry Contact C COR net Technical Support for direction If no proceed to the next step Check for Power Supply Controller Faulty Alarm 3 If you see Item LED Indication Color Module ALARM green Primary PS C MAJ ALARM red and or Primary PS C MIN ALARM yellow If yes suspect defective Power Supply Controller alarm circuitry Contact C COR net Technical Support for direction If no proceed to the next step Installation and Initial Test 4 9 Power Supply HX6413RX Controller A primary A 1 va Aarm JE 2 Xs Min n a Alarm 3 Or Alarm a ower blinking P t S 0 T Power Supply HX6413RX Controller A primary ee 1 Maj Alarm 5 2 5 wir ntm S Ce Alarm O ower blinking UNI n a OWcpeg meu Check for Major Alarm 4 If you see Item LED Indication Color Module ALARM red Primary PS C MAJ ALARM red Primary PS C MIN ALARM n a If yes this was caused by either squelch or optical input alarms Go to Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps on page 5 2 to determine the cause If no proceed to the next step Optical input Signal Causing Minor Alarm 5 IE you see Item LED Indication Color Module ALARM amber Primary PS C MAJ ALARM out Primary PS C MIN ALARM yellow If yes this is caused by
65. en proceed to step 7 to evaluate measurement 0 079 EFI 0 079 0 100 10 0 100 Note To verify telemetry readings measure the IPD test 0 125 5 0 125 points as outlined in step 5 0 158 8 0 158 0 200 7 0 200 0 250 6 0 250 7 Ifthe optical input signal is above 6 dBm 0 250 mW or 0 250 VDC if using the IPD test points and receiver distortion is too high go to step 8 below 16 dBm 0 025 mW or 0 025 VDC if using the IPD test points go to step 9 between 16 dBm 0 025 mW and 6 dBm 0 250 mW or 0 025 and 0 250 VDC if using the IPD test points inputs are at an acceptable level reconnect optical input cable to the receiver input receptacle Return to the procedure that initiated this action 8 Install an appropriate in line attenuator to bring signal level within specifications Return to the procedure that initiated this action 9 Disconnect the optical input cable from the receiver input connector Clean and inspect per Chapter 2 Fiber Care and Cleaning Recheck the level of the input signal 4 20 If input is now above 16 dBm inputs are at an acceptable level reconnect optical input cable to the receiver input receptacle Return to the procedure that initiated this action If input is still below 16 dBm replace cable or make the necessary system adjustments to obtain a higher level input if higher CNR is required When complete return to the procedure that initiated this action Installation and Initial Test 105884
66. ent upon how ve long the pushbutton is held depressed A momentary depression of either switch will result in approximately a 0 5 dB change 3 4 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C 3 1 2 Rear Panel On the rear panel of the module are four 4 F type connectors and a DIN style edge connector 48 pin socket which are both mounted on the module s printed circuit board The edge connector mates with the equipment shelf s internal motherboard connectors All power and control connections to the module are made through the backplane connector from the HWX primary Power Supply Controller module RF OUTPUT RF OUTPUT RF OUTPUT NA Active v i m se Qv ae orts Q Q Q 4x1 4x2 4x4 Figure 3 4 HX6413RX RF OUTPUT Port Labels The RF OUTPUT CONNECTORS on the back of the module extends through an opening in the back of the HWX equipment shelf for connection when the module is installed in the shelf A label is applied to the back of the module Figure 3 4 to indicate module output type 4x1 4x2 or 4x4 and the active numbered RF OUTPUT ports The unused ports are not marked 3 1 3 Redundancy Switch On the sheet metal side of the module is the A B switch The switch is used to place the ne module in either the Independent or Redundant mode of operation For the independent mode ENABLE of operation the module s A B switch must be placed in the DISABLE down position In m this mode the
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68. gs and any user changes could yield different results Verification of A B switching is based on the redundant mode of operation Internal Module or Channel For details of redundancy mode of operation refer to m Internal redundancy Chapter 3 Section 3 3 1 Internal Switching on page 3 10 m Module redundancy Chapter 3 Section 3 3 2 Module Switching on page 3 11 m Channel redundancy Chapter 3 Section 3 3 3 Channel Switching on page 3 12 4 16 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C Normal Redundant Operation only be monitored using the Receiver Control Panel software Note In Internal redundancy mode of operation each module A and B operates independently of the other Switching is between receivers within the same module and can 3 Normal operation Pawar Supply HX6413RX HX6413RX primary 11 Item LED Indication Color maj C Alarm ca x r Module A ALARM green nv annel 2 n Redundant iy Hs Module B ALARM green Min V Alarm Independenties 4 Iz Primary PS C MAJ ALARM out eus NU 6 aus It Primary PS C MIN ALARM out juro ee Siue sce m If yes proceed to next step m Ifno return to Section 4 4 3 Redundant Mode Operational Analysis on page 4 12 to fault analyze problem When complete repeat this procedure Switchover from Primary to Secondary Receiver Control Panel software Note If in Internal redundancy mode you must go into Quad Receiver Control P
69. h option and the y indicates RF output port configuration see table below z the fiber optic cable adapter type Table A 2 Manufacturing Information on page A 2 The Ouad Return Path Receiver module can be ordered with or without sguelch and three output port configurations Without Sguelch With Sguelch Output Port Configurations HX6413RXA1z HX6413RXS1z 4x1 Combined RF Output HX6413RXA2z HX6413RXS2z 4x2 Combined RF Outputs HX6413RXA4z HX6413RXS4z 4x4 Individual RF Outputs RF combined output models of the Quad Return Path Receiver utilize internal combiners to multiplex the internal receiver output signals 1058848 Rev C Introduction 1 1 Mkaatec mesate Pesi BR lt gt e 5 oo ee O 00 O ooo sik O 9999 5 5 cooo o 990 lt gt 00 Figure 1 1 HWX Equipment Shelf Populated with Quad Receiver Modules The module accepts an intensity modulated optical input between 16 dBm and 6 dBm 0 025 mW to 0 250 mW The receiver converts the optical input to an electrical RF signal in the bandwidth of 5 300 MHz The Optical input and RF output signals can be monitored and measured from the front panel test points The RF output attenuation of each receiver can be adjusted by the control panel software interface or the module s front panel receiver select and gain pushbutton switches There are two modes of modu
70. he secondary only if in redundant mode and the Optical Input indicator for the receiver is red m If yes proceed to the next step m Ifno this is an undefined alarm condition contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Verify that Receiver Enable Disable is enabled To enable a receiver that is disabled click on the appropriate button located to the left of indicator The Receiver Enable Disable indicator should turn green Clicking the receiver button will alternate off and on conditions m If yes return to and repeat the procedure that initiated this action m Ifo proceed to the next step Verify Sguelch Thresholds In the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click on the Squelch button refer to Section B 5 7 Verify or Change Squelch Setup on page B 25 for details m If Sguelch Thresholds are incorrect correct values Then return to and repeat the procedure that initiated this action m If Squelch Thresholds are OFF or channel level has not exceeded the threshold setting proceed to the next step m If output has exceeded the squelch threshold the transmitter is the problem Correct transmitter output level or contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Receiver Module Switchover Most likely the receiver was turned off do to redundancy switchover and should have been resolved in Step 2 If not this could be an undefined alarm condition or faulty module Contact C COR net Technical Supp
71. holds 30dBm to 6dBm Optical Alarm Receiver im ut i Status Optical Input On Off Ensbie Di MinLo MinHi Maio Maii oe KI 1 i e 359 dBm 150 E 222 elmo mle ia role e P am 9 m i peo eo 7222 fe selected Select Receiver Receiver Select Ej 5 in 0r Setting E Vise ig gigi m Switch occurs on 3 Firmwari Major low alarm C Module Switching Manufacturing Info Beceiver xu 5 Z Min D C Channel Switching 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 23 b To select Module redundancy click on the Module Switching radio button The below primary dialog box will appear v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel m Slot p es dar s E ee En ee CS Data Valid for slot 1 Optical RF Wap eg Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable 55 0 E 409 e eje a 1 Ga ECTETUR Select did Receiver Select For Monitoring 4 72 3 4 C None a e Or Setting M facturing Info Receiver Hold Jin anufacturing Info que 5 Min Firmware Major low alarm Download Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm MinLo MinHi Majlo MaijHi pee pe fee qe peo feo fee feo fee pe re feo Fe pe dre feo 4 B Switching Mod Switch occurs on Module Switching selected c Toselect Channel redundancy click on the Channel Switching radio button The below primary dialog
72. how and describe user accessible test points controls connections and functional operation of the HX6413RX Quad Return Path Receiver Section 3 1 Physical Identification page 3 1 Section 3 2 Functional Description page 3 6 Section 3 3 Redundancy page 3 8 Section 3 4 Squelch page 3 13 3 4 Physical Identification The Quad Return Path Receiver module is a plug in module designed exclusively for the HWX Transmission System The module measures 1 7 inches wide by 6 7 inches high by 9 3 inches deep and weighs approximately 2 pounds The modules common circuitry is mounted on a motherboard with a plug in receiver controller printed circuit board PCB an RF output configuration PCB and an optional plug in squelch PCB The PCB assembly is then completely enclosed in a metal housing The module is designed to operate at temperatures from 0 C to 50 C with non condensing relative humidity of 20 to 95 Supply Controller Exceptions are earlier model shelves HX1281ES and controllers Note The module can be installed in an HWX Equipment Shelf having an HWX Power HX2481PC that are not equipped to support these modules A Quick Reference Guide Figure 3 1 is provided to for location of each of the HX6413RX module s controls LED indicators and connectors Table 3 1 Front Panel Indicators Connectors Switches and Test Points on page 3 3 also provides information on all of the front panel items 1058848 Rev C Physi
73. ined on a small plug in printed circuit board that plugs into the module motherboard Modules with this option are shipped from the factory with the Squelch Threshold levels set to OFF disables the squelch feature The squelch feature is enabled and or disabled from the Quad Receiver Control Panel software refer to Section B 5 7 Verify or Change Squelch Setup on page B 25 for details Through the Receiver Control Panel software the squelch feature can be turned on by setting the RF Squelch Threshold level to a value between 20 and 55 If during operation the channel level exceeds the Squelch Threshold level setting the module RF output is shut off squelched This will result in a major ALARM LED indication switchover to a receiver that is in a squelched condition can occur Note Squelch alarms will not cause or inhibit switchover in a redundant pair However The setting of the Unsquelch Delay field time hysteresis determines when the module will return to normal operation If the channel level drops below the value entered in the Squelch Threshold field for a period of time defined in the Unsquelch Delay field the RF output is again permitted and the major ALARM LED extinguishes 1058848 Rev C Physical Description 3 13 3 14 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C Chapter 4 Installation and Initial Test This chapter provides procedures for unpacking installation of the HX6413RX in the HWX Equipment SHelf
74. is OFF channel level isfi5 RX2 The Squelch Threshold is 32 channel level isis Update Squelch RX3 The Squelch Threshold is OFF channellevelis t4 ___ Threshold RX4 The Squelch Threshold is OFF channellevelis 14 Update UnSquelch Timeout Time and Level Hysteresis 0 5 127 5 seconds button RX1 Unsquelch Delay 2 0 Hsec at RF Levelf OF RX2 Unsquelch Delay ro sec at RF Level 2 Update UnSquelch RX3 Unsquelch Delay 35 sec at RF Level irr Timeout RX4 Unsquelch Delay 20 0 sec at RF Levell FF Close button Sguelch Threshold 20 55 Allows you to individually turn OFF or set a sguelch value for each of the Ouad Receivers RX1 RX4 The threshold values are expressed in threshold units with each unit of change equivalent to 1 dB If the channel level field exceeds the Sguelch Threshold setting the receiver will go into squelch alarm shutting off the receiver output Example If the channel level displays 40 units and the Squelch Threshold is set to 45 units this represents an allowable increase of 5 dB At the same time if the RF output is measured at 38 dBmV it can increase to 43 dBmV 5 dB before the receiver will be squelched Update Squelch Threshold button Press this button to execute the squelch threshold changes Time and Level Hysteresis 0 5 127 5 seconds Applies to receivers that have been shut off due to squelch It allows the user to individually set the time delay before that receiver
75. iver output Example If the channel level displays 40 units and the Squelch Threshold is set to 45 units this represents an allowable increase of 5 dB At the same time if the RF output is measured at 38 dBmvV it can increase to 43 dBmV 5 dB before the receiver will be squelched Note The channel level field is continuously updated to display the current RF value The RF Level field displays the Squelch Threshold settings 3 Repeat Step 2 for each receiver that requires a change When complete click the Update Squelch Threshold button to execute the changes Note If you enter an illegal value an error message will appear Click OK and repeat Steps 2 and 4 Warning The squelch threshold value is out of range please re enter B 26 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C 5 To change the Time and Level Hysteresis for a particular receiver RX1 RX4 double click in the Unsguelch Delay field for that receiver Enter a value valid values are between 0 5 and 127 5 seconds Repeat for each receiver that reguires a change Click the Update UnSguelch Timeout button to execute the changes Note If you enter an illegal value an error message will appear as shown in Step 4 Note above Click OK and repeat Steps 5 through 7 8 When complete click the Close button X to exit the RF Squelch Setup dialog box 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 27 B 28
76. larm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Status Optical Input On Off_ Enable Disable 550 4095 Mino MiHi Malo Mahi Status Optical Input On 0ff Enable Disable 550 4095 Mino MinHi Maio Maii 0E um 0 ma e E pee eo 222 es e 1222 om e ET o ma e am F4 pes feo fz22 so Oo xm ra F am joe 4 ao fo ppe es 7 P3 l 702 w O e 3 ON en m e gE fee fso 2 feo e l 35 am e EN o ma 16 0 6 0 22 2 5 0 Select Receiver Receiver Select A B Switching Mode Select Receiver Receiver Select AMB Switching Mode Fen Monitor Squelch Setup Es H Squelch Setup ag li 2 80 900 ti Switch occurs on C Intemal Switching For Mont ng C1203 C4 None wee eeag gt Fimware Major low alarm C Module Switching a E PEE nm Major low alam asa secondary unit Manufacturing Info aj te 5 win Download Channel Switching Manufacturing Info Recover Nord 5 Min RESI Configure via primary unit Figure 5 6 Channel Switching Dialog Boxes After Switchover RX3 Alarm Table 5 3 indicates mode of operation of module pairs programmed for Channel switching based on module presence and A B switch position Table 5 3 Channel Switching Mode A B Switch Dependency Primary A Module Secondary B Module j i A B Switch Mode A B Switch Mode Normal operation Enabled Channel Enabled Channel Remove p
77. le operation Redundant or Independent In the Redundant mode modules are paired one being designated as the Primary and the other as the Secondary Primary and Secondary designation is based upon the slot occupied by the module During normal Redundant operation only the Primary module is active Should a problem develop that would prevent it from operating properly e g a major alarm control would be switched to the Secondary provided that signal levels of the Secondary are within threshold limits When the problem with the Primary is corrected control is switched back to the Primary For further information regrading the requirements for Redundancy refer to Section 3 3 Redundancy on page 3 8 In the Independent mode modules operate independently of each other If a problem develops that would prevent this module from operating properly there would be no switchover of control to another module Note that in an equipment shelf you can have some modules operate in the Independent mode and module pairs that operate in the Redundant mode Software control and monitoring can be accomplished by local Quad Receiver Control Panel interface software for the HWX shelf as described in Appendix B or remote network management software Optical input major and minor upper and lower input alarm threshold limits can be set or turned off by the user through local Quad Receiver Control Panel software refer to Appendix A for factory default
78. lect q e Receiver 1 4 12 Front Receiver 2 i 1 12 Panel Receiver 3 GND LEDs y Reset 1 Microcontroller gt gt I Front I RX Select Connector 1 Panel x v Controls 9 1 Figure 3 6 HX6413RXS2 Quad Receiver 4x2 Block Diagram Pressing the RX SELECT pushbutton switch on the front panel of the module will select one of the receivers at random Continued pressing of the button will increment the selection to the next receiver The microcontroller will then address the associated parameter multiplexers so that only the input and RF output of the selected receiver is present at the IPD and RF MONITOR test points connector Selecting a receiver will also disable A B switching functionality until either the Receiver Hold Timer has elapsed or no receivers are selected via the Quad Receiver Control Panel software Selecting a receiver will also connect the gain pushbuttons to the selected receiver The gain can be adjusted incrementally by pressing of the appropriate button If using Quad Receiver Control Panel software it will display the attenuation setting applied to the selected receiver Figure 3 7 is a graph indicating the conversion between the Quad Return Control Panel software attenuation setting 550 4095 and the actual signal attenuation dB Note Selecting a receiver from the front panel RX SELECT will set a default 5 minute timer At the end of this time the module will revert back to the au
79. ly 2 dBm maximum IPD Test Point Reading 1 0 V mW voltage indicates input power level Optical Connector SC APC SC UPC FC APC and FC UPC 1058848 Rev C Specifications continued on the next page Specifications 6 1 Table 6 1 Module Specifications cont d CHARACTERISTIC DETAILS RF Outputs RF Bandwidth 5 to 300 MHz RF Output Levels dBmV minimum per channel Optical Input of 216 dBm 8 OMI 13 OMI 50 OMI 4x4 Module 19 5 23 7 35 5 RF Response Flatness 0 dB 0 75 dB Return Loss 16 dB min Attenuation Range 30 dB min RF Output Impedance 75 Ohms RF Output Connector RF Monitor front panel Relative to RF Output Connector RXx1 24 dB 1 0 dB RXx2 27 dB 1 0 dB RXx4 30 dB 1 0 dB Performance Receiver Performance CNR gt 52dB CSO 42 dB CTB 60dB A B Redundancy Switching Time lt 100 msec 1 4 T channel performance CW Carriers 16 dBmV Carrier 13 OMI Ch into an IX40RPTXH 6 dBm optical received power maximum output Table 6 2 Squelch Specifications CHARACTERISTIC DETAILS Performance Output Squelch gt 30 dB below normal operating level Squelch level accuracy 0 to 10 C 5 100MHz 2 5 dB 2 5 units level change 100 300 MHz 4 3 5 dB 3 5 units level change 10 to 50 C 5 100MHz 2 0dB 2 0 units level change 100 300 MHz 3 0dB 3 0 units level change 6 2 Specifications 1058848 Rev C Appendix A
80. module can configure the redundant operation of the pair AIB PAIR AIB PAIR AIB PAIR AIB PAIR HWX Equipment Shelf You cannot determine the redundant mode of operation or faulty receiver RX1 4 by front panel indications Local Quad Receiver Control Panel software is required to m Determine redundant mode of operation Internal Module or Channel m Enable Disable status of the module receivers m Determine which receivers are causing an alarm condition Optical input and or squelch 4 12 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C Normal Redundant Operation Internal Module or Channel Switching Note Module receivers can be individually Enabled or Disabled using local or remote software A disabled receiver will inhibit an alarm condition or switching of that receiver except for Internal redundancy This procedure assumes that all module receivers RXI 4 are Enabled you can clear the module s alarm Quad Receiver and Power Supply Controller by pressing Note Ifan alarm condition has been cleared using Ouad Receiver Control Panel Software the RX SELECT button on the module but scan mode will not start until after the receiver hold time has elapsed Note In Internal redundancy mode of operation each module operates independently of the other Switching is between receivers within the same module 1 Ifyou see Color green
81. n expected will not take place Note Each successive depression of the RX SELECT pushbutton will increment the selection to the next receiver Once the desired receiver is selected you have 5 minutes before the module will revert back to the auto scan mode of operation 4 To measure the input signal using the IPD test points on the front panel a single i X641 receiver must first be selected iit n r O1 a To select the receiver from the front panel momentarily press the RX kF SELECT button This will take the module out of the auto scan mode and Os randomly select a receiver The selected receiver s LED will illuminate green O4 the other three receiver LEDs will extinguish Alarm e b Press the RX SELECT pushbutton until the desired receiver is selected po e Proceed to the next step kx ice Select 5 Using a digital voltmeter insert the negative probe into the IPD GND test point at the front panel and the positive probe into the IPD test IPD Optical Input point The voltage measurement will be equivalent to 1 volt mW of VDC dBm mW optical input power see chart at right Go to step 7 0 025 16 0 025 6 To monitor input signals using Quad Receiver Control Panel oe a2 9 032 A 0 040 14 0 040 software select the desired receiver and receiver hold time see RR 0 050 13 0 050 Appendix B 5 3 Select an Individual Receiver on page B 18 Note 0 063 2 0 063 input level th
82. n line with the bulkhead receptacle split sleeve insert the connector into the split sleeve b Rotate the connector until its key slips into the keyway then thread the connector cap until finger tight Proceed to the next step Figure 4 3 Connector Bulkhead Receptacle Connection 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 5 13 To Connect an SC Connector to a Bulkhead Receptacle a Orient the connector to align its keyed side with the slotted keyway side of the bulkhead receptacle split sleeve b Keeping the connector ferrule in line with the split sleeve insert the connector into the split sleeve until the mating latches click Proceed to the next step 14 Dress the fiber optic input cable where it turns up to connect to the bulkhead connector so as to prevent the cable from kinking 15 Leave a 6 inch diameter strain relief loop in the cable then secure the cable in one of the anchor clips on the optical organizer tray combine the RF output of both modules in the pair via an external coupler before connecting Note With respect to the next step if using the module in the redundant mode you must the combined RF output to the network 16 On the rear of the module connect the network RF output coaxial cables to the RF OUTPUT connectors passing
83. n the front panel of the HX6413RX module To change the RF output level of a receiver the receiver must first be selected The attenuation value can then be typed in the field or increased decreased by using the increment decrement buttons located next to the associated field The settings range from 550 corresponding to gt 30 dB of attenuation to 4095 which corresponds to 0 dB Refer to Figure B 3 Attenuation dB vs Attenuation Setting 550 4095 on page B 20 Receiver Enable Disable The Receiver Enable Disable buttons RX1 RX4 are used to enable and or disable the individual receivers The associated receiver indicators will indicate green if the receiver is enabled and red if disabled If a receiver is disabled it will inhibit alarms and redundant switchover for those receivers that are disabled Primary and secondary module pair receiver inputs that are not going to be utilized no optical input should have those receivers disabled 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 11 Receiver Hold Time This field is used to set the time in minutes that the selected receiver will remain active auto scan off while controlling operation from the dialog box The minimum value is 5 minutes and the maximum 1 275 minutes 21 Hours and 15 minutes Type in or use the increment decrement buttons to set the value time in minutes you want the receiver to remain active then press Enter on the keyboard After the time expire
84. ndicates a major and yellow a minor optical input alarm fault m If yes proceed to the next step to verify threshold settings m Ifno proceed to step 4 3 Verify Optical Input signal level Optical Input Signals on page 4 19 to verify adjust input signal level s using the front panel controls When complete proceed to step 3b Note If local Quad Receiver Control Panel software is not available use Section 4 6 1 a Inthe Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box check optical input Alarm Threshold settings m If Alarm Threshold values are incorrect change values see Appendix B 5 5 Change Receiver Alarm Threshold Settings on page B 21 for details Return to the procedure that initiated this action m If Alarm Threshold settings are correct use Section 4 6 1 Optical Input Signals on page 4 19 to verify adjust input signal level s When complete continue to step 3b b Measurement results m If the input s to the receivers can be corrected return to the procedure that initiated this action m If the input s to the receivers are within specifications suspect defective receiver module Contact C COR net Technical Support for direction 5 2 Troubleshooting Test Procedure 1058848 Rev C 4 Is the dialog box RF Output On Off indicator red Red indicates the receiver is Off This can be caused by the receiver being disabled Receiver Enable Disable red a squelch alarm or the primary has switched over to t
85. ng action occurs Discard the used pad 4 Visually inspect the ferrule endface for cleanliness We strongly recommend use of a fiberscope for this inspection m If fiberscope inspection shows that endface cleanliness meets the standard shown in Figure 2 4 continue to Section 2 3 step 2 FC type connector or step 3 SC type connector for connector mating instructions m If fiberscope inspection shows that the ferrule endface is not thoroughly clean or if no fiberscope is available proceed to the next step CAUTION Laser Radiation When performing step 5 on an angle polished connector tilt the connector until the angled ferrule endface is parallel with the cleaning tape Then drag the ferrule surface over the tape low side first so that the sharper high side of the ferrule does not snag in and tear the tape fabric 5 Open the optical fiber connector cleaner reel s access window shutter to expose a new section of cleaning tape and hold the shutter open Using only one side of the exposed tape section firmly press the ferrule endface DIRECTION OF DRAG against the tape and drag and twist it along the fabric for a sustained wiping action Repeat this but along the other unused side of the tape section Then let the shutter close to prevent further use of that tape section ex NU Go to Section 2 3 step 2 FC type connector or step 3 SC type connector for connector mating inst
86. nt Service Center CATV products three 3 years from date of shipment DATA products one 1 year from date of shipment 4 All other goods ninety 90 days from date of shipment C COR net s warranty shall not cover fuses batteries and lamps It does cover transistors and integrated circuits to the extent that C COR net is warranted by the original manufacturer Modifications or alterations of C COR net products including but not limited to installation of non C COR net equipment or computer programs except as performed by C COR net or its authorized representative will void this limited warranty 1058848 Rev C Introduction 1 3 1 3 Related Documents RET 060674 001 HWX Equipment Shelf HX1281EC and Power Supply Controller HX1481PC and HX3481PC internally fused Installation and User Instruction Manual 1074320 HWX Equipment Shelf HX2281EC and Power Supply Controller HX3481PC externally fused HX1AC1PC and HX1AC2PC Installation and Operation Manual 060916 000 HWX Forward Path Receiver HX7118RX Installation and User Instruction Manual 1033053 HWX Forward Path Receiver HX7128RX Installation and User Instruction Manual 1047020 HWX Forward Path Receiver HX7138RX Installation and User Instruction Manual 1114022 HWX Single Return Path Receiver Installation and User Manual 060917 001 HWX Dual Return Path Receiver Installation and User Instruction Manual 1300059 HWX Dual Return Path
87. ode of operation Selection of a single receiver can be made from the module front panel or by using the HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel software refer to Section B 5 3 Select an Individual Receiver on page B 18 for details 3 6 Physical Description 1058848 Rev C 1 23dB Photodiode pre amp Driver Directional I I 3 Amp Couplers E l Optical Input RO o5 i 16 to 6 dBm ws i me 14 1 RF Output R1 IPD1 DIA I l Pre amp Driver E p 5 300 MHZ TE m o Optical Input i I I 16 to 6 dBm i I E Poz DIA 42 Pre amp 2 Driver Combiner l Amp I p Optical Input aid Q I ps 16 to 6 dBm I p Po DIA I c RF Output R3 I EL Pre amp 3 Driver I 1 5 300 MHZ i PF I Ij Optical Input i p 16 to 6 dBm Bat 1 I RXn2 IPD4 DIA 1 RXn41 i M ui 77 77 option l realtones P dh IPD MUX Attenuation Squelh RF MUX y 1 HXG413RXA1 244B A A r Y RF Monitor S i i T Power Output Divider LL RSI i option l if IPD S 3 3 i 1 VImW 1 Hm 1 l AIB Disable 1 GND G A Switch 9 Enable i l all Attenuation Squelch RX ALARM O v Adjust Select Se
88. of the receivers in the module If an abnormal condition exists you will be directed to the Troubleshooting section of the manual Note The procedures are a guide to the nature of alarm conditions in modules operating in the Independent mode They are not intended as a complete list of causes but do examine the more common ones Ifother undefined combinations are encountered you should call C COR net Technical Support for direction Note To continue fault isolation Ouad Receiver Control Panel software is reguired This procedure assumes that it is available Power Supply Controller primary Maj Alarm ja Min Alarm ower blinking UNV HX6413RX Receiver Power Supply HX6413RX Controller A primary Receiver 1 Maj Alarm 5 2 xt Min C 3 Alarm 5 B Jos arm py blinking Aw Orn o Power Supply HX6413RX Controller i primary Receiver 1 Maj Alarm E 2 OR 5 Min Alarm 5 s eoe Alarm blinking LA smn E Na 1058848 Rev C Normal Independent Operation 1 If you see Item LED Indication Color Module ALARM green Module RECEIVER blinking Primary PS C MAJ ALARM out Primary PS C MIN ALARM out If yes the module is operational based on factory preset alarm thresholds Proceed to Step 6 to verify the optical input and RF output signal levels and squelch setup if applicable for the module If no proceed to the next step Check for Rec
89. oftware shortcut folder click the HWXWIN EXE icon 3 The Please select comm port dialog box appears Click the radio button for the PC comm port used in step 1 Click OK to complete the operation The HW X Control Panel window appears Note In step 3 if the incorrect comm port was selected you will get a series of error messages Select OK from the error dialog boxes until the HWX Control Panel window EN appears Then on the HWX Control Panel window click on File menu and select Exit Repeat step 1 entering the correct comm port number 4 Onthe HWX Control Panel window click the 7 Running Man icon and watch the array of slot icons m Ifthe slot icons light up the program is ready for use Proceed to the next step m Ifall the slot icons only blink but do not change color remain brown on the HWX Control Panel window click on File menu and select Exit Return to Step 1 and check the cable connection between the PC and the Power Supply Controller module 5 Click the P or S slot icon to select the Power Supply Controller module connected to in step 1 or make the appropriate selection from the Monitor menu The module s dialog box appears In this example the Primary controller dialog box is shown P rimary and S econdary refer to left and right Power Supply Controller shelf slot positions not to which slot is currently active B 6 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C 6 Click gt gt More
90. on The Output Level Setting field settings will go from grey inactive to black active Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm MinLo MinHi Majo MajHi pee qe fee feo pee qe fee Te ame fe fee vee B Switching Mode C Internal Switching o o 222 22 222 Ds m o o o eo o C Channel Switching 5 While monitoring the RF output level on the test equipment enter the new attenuation value in the Output Level Setting 550 4095 field for the receiver selected reference Figure B 3 on page B 20 for attenuation setting versus attenuation dB values The desired value can be entered by using either the slider buttons or key entering the value in the appropriate receiver attenuation field Press the Enter key on the keyboard to execute the change Hit the PC Enter key to execute the change Note If you update an attenuation field other than the one you selected it will not execute After hitting the Enter key the value will return to its prior setting Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the correct receiver AN Note In Step 5 if monitoring the RF output from the RF MONITOR connector on the front EN panel of the module add the following value to the measurement m HX6413RXxl 24 dB m HX6413RXx2 27 dB m HX6413RXx4 30 dB 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 19 550 30 dB 600 24 dB Attenuation dB 4095
91. or Quad Receiver factory default settings 2 Referto Appendix A for Quad Receiver factory default settings 3 TheIPD will not reflect proper values if input signal levels are gt 2 dBm The module normally runs in the auto scan mode indicated by the rapidly blinking RECEIVER LEDs In this mode all the receivers are constantly being updated Quad Receiver Control Panel software telemetry but no measurements can be taken from the front panel until an individual receiver is selected 1058848 Rev C Physical Description 3 3 The RX SELECT pushbutton is used to select an individual receiver from the front panel taking the module out of the auto scan mode of operation This allows measurements of the optical input IPD test points and RF output RF MONITOR for the selected receiver on the front panel In addition the selected receiver s RF output can be increased or decreased by the gain adjust pushbuttons located on the lower portion of the front panel 350 0 300 0 250 250 0 IPD 200 an Optical MVDC jp 150 0 uw 100 z 100 0 50 50 0 147 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 Optical Input in dBm Figure 3 2 IPD Test Point Voltage Conversion The ALARM LED provides a dual function Its primary function is to indicate the status of the module Green indicates normal operation amber indicates a minor alarm and red indicates a major alarm condition However there are no front
92. ort for direction 1058848 Rev C Troubleshooting Test Procedure 5 3 5 3 Quad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Boxes There are three redundant modes of operation Internal Module or Channel Each mode has its unique switching characteristics The Quad Receiver Control Panel software is required to isolate the fault condition Although the failure causes are common to all three modes of operation the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog boxes will exhibit different switching patterns based on the mode of operation To help simplify this before and after switchover dialog boxes are provided Use these in conjunction with the Fault isolation steps to determine the cause of the problem 5 3 1 Internal Redundant Mode of Operation Internal mode of redundancy is between the receivers in the same module not between modules The module s receivers are paired m Receiver 1 and 2 are Receiver Pair 1 RX1 is the primary and RX2 is the secondary m Receiver 3 and 4 are Receiver Pair 2 RX3 is the primary and RX4 is the secondary If the optical input to a primary receiver 1 and or 3 fall below its Major low limit the device will switch to its secondary receiver 2 and or 4 Note Modules that have not been configured will automatically come up in this switching mode if the A B switch is ENABLED Indication Before Switchover v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Indication After Switchover RX1 in Al
93. ou would have performed in this step when you proceed to the Initial Functional Check after finishing this procedure 4 4 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C 7 10 11 12 Cover unused Power Supply Controller slots with blank panel assembly HX1281BP and unused module transmitter amplifier slots with blank module assembly HX1281BM Insert the tab at the bottom of the assembly into the slot in the floor of the shelf module compartment then secure the panel with its spring loaded captive retaining screw Identify the input fiber optic cable that is to be attached to the module s Ensure that the cable is routed through the opening at the lower rear of the shelf across the fiber management tray and out the front of the shelf Contamination of an optical interface can severely degrade the performance of a fiber optic system We recommend that you clean all optical connectors before performing any optical connections For instructions refer to Chapter 2 Fiber Care and Cleaning Once cleaning is completed connect the input fiber optic cable to the Optical Input bulkhead receptacle Figure 4 2 on the module m For FC type connector proceed to Step 12 m For SC type connector go to Step 13 Optical Input to RX 1 Optical Input to RX 2 Optical Input to RX 3 Optical Input to RX 4 Figure 4 2 Optical Input Bulkhead Receptacle To Connect an FC Connector to a Bulkhead Receptacle a Keep the connector ferrule i
94. panel the RECEIVER 1 4 LED for the selected receiver will illuminate green and the other three RECEIVER LEDs will extinguish m The Test Points on the front of the module will only be active for the selected receiver measurements until the hold time has elapsed m When you select a receiver you disable all alarms on all the other receivers in that module By disabling the alarm you also disable redundancy switching m Once areceiver has been selected using the dialog box the front panel RX SELECT button is de activated and cannot be use it to select a receiver or place the receivers in the auto scan mode If no further action is taken the receivers will all go back into the auto scan mode after the hold time has elapsed The hold time will then default back to 5 minutes 3 Inthe Receiver Hold Time field type the value in minutes you want an individual receiver selection to remain selected Press the Enter key on the keyboard to execute Note Once the Receiver Hold Time has expired the module will revert back to the auto scan mode of operation The optical input fields for all four receivers will then be polled and the telemetry updated The IPD and RF MONITOR test points on the front panel cannot be used for taking measurements 4 To deselect the selected receiver and terminate the hold time before it elapses click on the None radio button The module will now revert back to the auto scan mode of operation All fiel
95. panel LED indications that will indicate which receiver s is causing the alarm Isolation must be made by using local Quad Receiver Control Panel software or measurements taken at the front panel for each receiver The secondary function of the ALARM LED is to provide a positive response to the user when any of the front panel pushbutton switches RX SELECT and or gain pushbutton switches have been pressed If the module has no alarms ALARM LED is green the ALARM LED will blink off approximately 1 second and then back on if the switch depression has been detected by the module If this does not occur the action expected will not take place On the sloped front panel portion of the module are the four 4 optical input bulkhead receptacles The connector type is an option that is selected when ordering the module FC APC SC APC FC UPC and SC UPC Figure 3 3 references the fiber optic input receptacles to their associated internal RF receivers Optical Input to RX 1 Optical Input to RX 2 Optical Input to RX 3 Optical Input to RX 4 Figure 3 3 Optical Input Receptacles The two pushbutton switches on the bottom portion of the module s front panel are used to eo adjust the RF gain of the selected receiver The up arrow pushbutton will increase the RF output level by decreasing the attenuation The down arrow pushbutton will decrease the RF AO output level by increasing the attenuation The amount of change is depend
96. re Area where Save and Cancel buttons will appear after an Alarm field has been selected v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Slot Eh n Cas E Cer Ers e pde 30dBm to 6dBm Optical morge Level Alarm Receiver Gus ut Receiver ia Optical Input E Ei Ki 4095 Mino Mindi Majlo Majhi A 36 A EN ia iso feo faz eo Onthe Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click any minor MinLo or MinHi or major MajLo or MajHi Alarm Threshold field for the receiver that you want to change the alarm threshold value The Save and Cancel buttons will appear Save button Cancel button v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Save MinLo MinHi Majo MajHi pee fe qe ge Slot a iF 728 JP A HNA ee E Level wg es Receiver Receiver ptical Input ewm Enable Disable 550 A Le Fe m KT E H 2 Key enter the new value in the field the SAVE button Reenter correct setting Note Invalid entries will change to OFF when you try to change the next field or click on 3 Repeat Steps 1 and Step 2 until all changes to all receivers have been entered 4 When complete m If youdo not want to execute these changes click on the Cancel button All the threshold fields will revert back to the settings that were present prior to entering any changes m If you want to execute these changes click on the Save button All the changes will now
97. rimary A module from shelf Enabled Independent Remove secondary B module from shelf Enabled Independent Disable secondary B module A B switch Enabled Independent Disabled Independent Disable primary A module A B switch Disabled Independent Enabled Independent 5 6 Troubleshooting Test Procedure 1058848 Rev C Chapter 6 Specifications Table 6 1 Module Specifications provides the common module specifications for the HX6413RX Quad Return Path Receiver Table 6 2 Sguelch Specifications provides the specifications for the squelch option Specifications listed here are current as of the date of publication of this manual C COR net reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice You may verify the product specifications by contacting C COR net Technical Support Table 6 1 Module Specifications CHARACTERISTIC DETAILS Physical Form Factor Single HWX module width Dimensions 1 7 in x 6 7 in x 9 3 in W x Hx D Weight Approximately 2 Ibs Power Input Voltages 24 VDC 12 VDC and GND Via Power Supply Controller module Power Consumption 12 W maximum Environmental Temperature Storage Range 40 C to 80 C Operating Range 0 C to 50 C Humidity Storage 10 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Optical Inputs Optical Wavelength 1310nm 50nm 1550nm 50nm Optical Input Signal Level 16 to 6 dBm typical
98. roller and operation of the Quad Receiver Control Panel software the following must have been completed m The Power Supply Controllers installed in the HWX equipment shelf must have been upgraded to Firmware Version 5 PN 020824 005 or later or have the new EN firmware installed Refer to UPGRADE NOTE PN 1094143 for Power Supply Controller installation details m The Quad Return Path Receiver HX6413RX firmware has been hardware upgraded to PN 1091746 or shipped with that firmware level installed m To verify existing Quad Receiver Control Panel software firmware use Section B 2 1 1 Verification m To install Quad Receiver Control Panel software upgrade Version 1 7 or later use Section B 2 1 2 Installation on page B 4 B 2 1 1 Verification 1 Make up or verify a DB 9 cable connection between the PC comm port and the Computer Port connector on the active Power Supply Controller module blinking green POWER LED 2 Toinitiate the existing Quad Receiver Control Panel session use Windows Explorer Windows 95 click the directory folder that contains the Quad Receiver Control Panel Software Then double click the quadrx exe file Or Use the Quad Receiver Control Panel software shortcut folder click the quadrx exe icon 53 Exploring Quad Receiver Em x File Edit View Tools Help 3 Quad Receiver fa kz 3 3 xls o we Ed EE All Folders Contents of Quad Receiver Nam Size Type
99. rs programmed for Internal switching based on module presence and A B switch position Table 5 1 Internal Switching Mode A B Switch Dependency A Primary A Module Secondary B Module kl A B Switch Mode A B Switch Mode Normal operation Enabled Internal Enabled Internal Remove primary A module from shelf Enabled Internal Remove secondary B module from shelf Enabled Internal Disable secondary B module A B switch Enabled Internal Disabled Independent Disable primary A module A B switch Disabled Independent Enabled Independent 5 4 Troubleshooting Test Procedure 1058848 Rev C 5 3 2 Module Redundant Mode of Operation Module mode of redundancy is between the modules in the shelf Slot A is the primary module and slot B is the secondary module If the optical input to any one of the primary module receivers RX 1 4 falls below the Major low threshold limit setting and all the secondary receiver inputs are within limits all the primary A receivers will be deactivated and all the secondary B receivers will be active Primary Module v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel BBE E e 25 Ja a ETEM ee sumivalidiforrstott s 7 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Daca F Output Level Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting Status Optical Input On Off Enable Disable 550 4095 E NEY VE VE e V5 om e fr a fe eo fz22 so 23 n
100. ructions 2 4 Fiber Care and Cleaning 1058848 Rev C IMAGINARY CIRCLE TWICE THE 125 pm DIAMETER OF THE FIBER CLADDING ENTIRE AREA WITHIN THAT CIRCLE FREE OF ANY CONTAMINATION t aie ysl me a Figure 2 4 Inspection Standard for Clean Ferrule Endface Fiberscope View 2 3 Cleaning Fiber Bulkhead Adapters Note Connectors on interior fibers and the bulkhead adapters holding such connectors inside C COR net equipment units are scrupulously cleaned as part of factory assembly and then kept protected by dust covers Accordingly connectors and adapters on units fresh from EN the factory should not require cleaning If units are later left with bulkhead adapters empty and uncapped contamination may occur Careful and limited disassembly to permit use of the cleaning and inspection procedures described above may be required 1 To clean an empty adapter pass a fresh adapter cleaner tip all the way through it Repeat several times The objective is to wipe off and push through any loose contaminant particles leaving nothing that could later be dislodged by and fall between the endfaces of connector ferrules Discard the cleaner tip after using it on one adapter CAUTION When mating or separating fiber optic connectors and adapters always keep the connector ferrule directly in line with the adapter split ring Attempting to insert or N remove a connector at an angle can 1 shave minute p
101. s 8 Check all RF output signal levels as directed in Section 4 6 2 RF Output Signals on page 4 21 Output measurement results m If receiver outputs are within specification or could be adjusted to be within specification the module is operational m If receiver outputs could not be adjusted to bring the signal level within specification contact C COR net Technical Support for direction 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 11 4 4 8 Redundant Mode Operational Analysis The following steps verify proper operation of the primary and secondary receivers modules This section covers all redundant modes nternal Module or Channel If an abnormal condition exists you will be directed to the Troubleshooting section of the manual Note These procedures are a guide to the nature of alarm conditions in modules operating in the redundant mode They are not intended as a complete list of causes but do examine the more common ones If other combinations are encountered you should call C COR net Technical Support for direction Note To continue fault isolation Quad Receiver Control Panel software is required This procedure assumes that it is available In the redundant Module mode of operation modules are paired Pairing is determined by adjacent pairs of modules in the HW X Equipment Shelf refer to the below illustration Slot A is the primary module and slot B is the secondary module Only the primary
102. s the module will revert back to the auto scan mode To terminate hold time prior to time out click on the None radio button in Receiver Select 1 4 After leaving the Ouad Receiver Control Panel Software and the time out expires the Receiver Hold Time will default back to 5 minutes Receiver Optical Input The telemetry fields indicate the optical input signal level based on IPD sampling for all the active receivers when in the auto scan mode That is no receiver is selected Once a receiver is selected only the selected receiver input level will be updated Receiver Select 1 4 None These radio buttons are the equivalent to the RX SELECT button on the front panel of the HX6413RX module Select a receiver I 4 so that the receiver can be monitored IPD telemetry field or changes to the RF output level Output Level Setting can be made Select a receiver by clicking on the appropriate radio button Once a receiver is selected only its telemetry reading is updated and gain control accessible and will remain like this until the Receiver Hold Time elapses To terminate the Receiver Hold Time prior to time out click the None radio button The module will revert back to the auto scan mode of operation all telemetry readings updated indication black dot does not remain after the receiver is selected and a dashed box will Note The Receiver Select radio buttons act as momentary type switches The select appear around
103. s place units on an approved grounded antistatic surface Use antistatic packaging when transporting equipment 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 1 4 2 Unpack Equipment Open the shipping cartons and verify that all parts have been received and that no shipping damage has occurred Before proceeding obtain the following tools and equipment m ESD wrist strap m ESD antistatic mat m Box cutter Note Retain the shipping carton and shipping material in case you need to return the equipment at a later date To Unpack and Inspect the Module 1 Place the ESD wrist strap on your wrist and snap the ground wire to the wrist strap connection Plug the ground plug into a grounded ESD jack 2 Examine the shipping carton exterior for tears dents etc that might indicate shipping damage If found contact C COR net Technical Support for instructions 3 Open the carton then carefully unpack the equipment Check each component against the packing list to ensure that the correct catalog numbers and quantities were received Note any discrepancies 5 Inspect each item for damage Check for detached broken or bent parts and any other physical damage to the module Do not install a product that is significantly damaged 6 If there is damage to the equipment contact C COR net Technical Support for further instructions 4 2 Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C 4 3 Install the Module Before proce
104. s practice also keeps dirt particles from entering the connector WARNING Personal injury might result if instructions are not followed CAUTION Equipment damage might result if instructions are not followed Note Read for added information and reminders including a reminder that a service interruption could occur A A N Tip Read for helpful hints 1 5 General Safety Precautions This equipment conforms to the requirements of a Class I laser product as defined in the US Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Radiological Health Regulation 21 CFR Subchapter J While Class I radiation levels are not exceeded when equipment components are handled per instructions enough invisible infrared energy is emitted from the end of an active fiber to damage the retina of the eye To avoid potentially dangerous laser radiation follow the operating and servicing procedures set forth in this manual in the sequences specified DANGER labels on the equipment alert users to the potential for exposure to hazardous amounts of invisible radiation AN CAUTION This equipment is electrostatic discharge sensitive To prevent electrostatic discharge damage wear a grounded wrist strap when you touch an equipment unit Always place units on an approved grounded antistatic surface Use antistatic packaging material when transporting equipment 1058848 Rev C Introduction 1 5 1 6 Statement of Compliance
105. settings An ALARM LED on the front panel of the module will illuminate green if no alarm condition exists If any input level exceeds its minor threshold setting the ALARM LED will illuminate amber If it exceeds its major threshold setting the ALARM LED will illuminate red Using local Quad Receiver Control Panel software for modules with the squelch option squelch threshold and time delay hysteresis can be set by the user If set any receivers whose RF energy exceeds the squelch threshold setting will be shut off and automatically turned back on only after the signal has fallen below the threshold setting for the time delay period specified 1 2 Introduction 1058848 Rev C 1 2 Warranty C COR net shall at its expense correct any defect in material and workmanship in products manufactured by C COR net which may appear within the warranty period as set forth herein C COR net MAKES NO OTHER REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY OTHER KIND EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO THE GOODS WHETHER AS TO MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER MATTER The warranty period is as follows 1 Distribution electronics such as amplifiers main line passives and power supplies five 5 years from date of shipment 2 AM fiber optic products three 3 years from date of shipment unless otherwise noted Optiworx product line two 2 years 3 Specialty goods manufactured in C COR net s Equipme
106. tch is in the ENABLE position When visible it will display radio buttons that are used to select the redundant mode of operation Internal Module or Channel from the primary A module The primary A module is used to program both the primary and secondary modules The secondary B module will contain the message This QuadRX is acting as a secondary unit Configure via primary unit Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm These fields are used to define Major and Minor low and high alarm threshold settings for each of the receiver inputs RX1 4 Typically these fields represent an acceptable range in which the module can function When a threshold range is exceeded a major or minor alarm will occur In the redundant mode of operation a major low alarm will also cause a switchover from primary to secondary receivers modules MinLo and MinHi Minor low and high alarm threshold fields MajLo and MajHi Major low and high alarm threshold fields B 10 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C Cancel The Cancel button will remain inactive hidden until an alarm threshold field is changed When this occurs the Cancel button will become active appear and can then be used to clear any changes that have been made to the Alarm Threshold fields The Cancel button must be pressed prior to pressing the Save button and it will return all the alarm threshold fields back to the settings that were present prior to making changes On
107. tching Dialog Boxes After Switchover RX3 Alarm Specifications HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings Quad Receiver Control Panel Software Figure B 1 Quad Receiver Control Panel Dialog Box Module Switching Mode Shown Figure B 2 Manufacturing Information Dialog Box e Figure B 3 Attenuation dB vs Attenuation Setting 550 4095 1058848 Rev C vii 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 5 1 5 2 5 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 5 6 viii 1058848 Rev C List of Tables Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Chapter 2 Fiber Care and Cleaning 2 1 Chapter 3 Physical Description 3 1 Table 3 1 Front Panel Indicators Connectors Switches and Test Points 3 3 Chapter 4 Installation and Initial Test 4 1 Table 4 1 A B Switch Position and Mode of Operation 4 3 Table 4 2 RF Monitor Attenuation r eeerueeeeene 4 21 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Test Procedure 5 1 Table 5 1 Internal Switching Mode A B Switch Dependency 5 4 Table 5 2 Module Switching Mode A B Switch Dependency 5 5 Table5 3 Channel Switching Mode A B Switch Dependency 5 6 Chapter 6 Specifications 6 1 Table 6 1 Module Specifications rereneee 6 1 Table 6 2 Sguelch Specifications socs esteeseen ne 6 2 Appendix A HX6413RX Firmware Factory Settings A 1 Table A 1 Factory Firmware
108. the optical input exceeding the minor threshold setting Go to Section 5 2 Fault Isolation Steps on page 5 2 to determine the cause If no the indication is an undefined fault Contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Verify Optical Input Signal Levels 6 Check all optical input signal levels as directed in Section 4 6 1 Optical Input Signals on page 4 19 Measurement results m If receiver inputs are within specification or could be adjusted to be within specification proceed to the next step m If receiver inputs could not be adjusted to bring the signal level within specification contact C COR net Technical Support for direction Verify or Change Squelch Setup This step is only required if the module has the Squelch option RXS installed Refer to Section B 5 7 Verify or Change Squelch Setup on page B 25 to determine if the module has the squelch option If not required RXA proceed to the next step 7 4 10 In the Ouad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click on the Sguelch button m If Sguelch Thresholds are incorrect reset and repeat this procedure m If Sguelch Thresholds are correct proceed to the next step Installation and Initial Test 1058848 Rev C Verify RF Output Signal Levels firmware it is necessary to verify each of the receiver output signals to ensure that they are Note since no RF output alarm conditions are presently programmable in the module within specification
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110. the selected radio button number RF Output On Off indicators These indicators are used in the A B switching mode to indicate active on green or inactive off red status of each of the primary and or secondary module receivers Save The Save button will remain inactive hidden until an alarm threshold field is changed When this occurs the Save button will become active appear and can then be used to enter changes that have been made to the Alarm Threshold fields If the Alarm Threshold fields are changed the Save button must be pressed to load and execute the changes Once the Save button is pressed you can not return to the initial settings Slot Slot selection is a series of radio buttons that represent the module slot positions in the HWX equipment shelf The shelf slot positions determine the primary P and secondary S locations for Quad module pairs and are so indicated Proper slot positioning will be required when selecting Internal Module or Channel redundancy modes of operation B 12 Quad Receiver Control Panel Software 1058848 Rev C Sguelch Setup If the module has the squelch option this button is used to verify and or set squelch threshold levels and unsquelch delay time If you press the Squelch Setup button the RF Sguelch Setup 20 55 dialog box will appear Update Sguelch Threshold ia RF Squelch Setup x button Squelch Threshold 20 55 RX1 The Squelch Threshold
111. tical Input On Off Enable Disable 550 409 Milo S MIHI Malo Maii es fell a pe feo gp ge e 7 e sje i 3 m E 22 foo eele fs pes eo pz feo 0 E pes es 222 feo m 0 0 F4 emal feo aa feo 0 0 a fo so paz ao e xde rs feo feo pez feo f e e HE peo feo fe feo Select Receiver Receiver Select A B Switching Mode Select Receiver Receiver Select 41 A B Switching Mode H Squelch Set For Monitori Squelch Setup pohoan E JE er hoc EEE C Intemal Switching Sena 1720304 C None Switch occurs on Switch occurs on This Receiver is acting TE 7 Module Switching A a Firmware Major low alarm jt Ri Hold Mii Manufacturing Info bos et ol 5 Min Download s E LI RENE Major low alarm as a secondary unit Channel Switching Manufacturing Info Receiver Hold 5 Sin tera Configure via primary unit Figure 5 5 Channel Switching Dialog Boxes Before Switchover Primary Module Secondary Module v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel SBE v1 7 HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel SBE 5 E Slot i n Ex ta dp ee Fate Fao be D Data Valid for slot 1 peste s En ee Eneo l D Data Valid for slot 2 Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Alarm Thresholds 30dBm to 6dBm Optical RF Output Level Optical RF Output Level Alarm Receiver Output Receiver Setting A
112. tion B 5 Control Procedures page B 16 B 1 Hardware Requirements In order for the HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Software to perform efficiently its associated personal computer should have at least a 486DX processor with 16 MB of RAM The operating system should be Windows 95 or later The HX6413RX Quad Receiver Control Panel Software is a Windows based software program which allows the technician to analyze and adjust the HX6413RX modules in a single HWX Equipment Shelf The Power Supply Controller s microprocessor provides the hardware interface for communication with HWX modules through the backplane buss The Power Supply Controller is equipped with a front panel RS 232 port DB 9 connector supporting 9600 and 19200 baud rates B 2 Installation Procedures B 2 1 Install Quad Receiver Control Panel Software The following procedure should be used to install Version 1 7 or any subsequent version upgrades of the Quad Receiver Control Panel software on your PC The installation requires loading files from two 3 5 diskettes which takes approximately 1 2 minutes Quad Receiver Control Panel Software Version 1 7 PN 1091831 Windowse based craft program Version V1 7 expanded the Quad Receiver Control Panel software to include control and monitoring of A B switching and squelch functionality of the Quad receiver 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 1 Note For proper interface with the HWX cont
113. to scan mode of EN operation Selecting a receiver using Quad Receiver Control Panel software will allow the user to set the hold time Receiver Hold Time from 5 to 1 275 minutes 1058848 Rev C Physical Description 3 7 550 30dB 600 24 dB Attenuation dB 4095 0 dB 0 e o e bl CO wo 0 N o o N M Attenuator Setting 4089 2282 1803 1678 1563 1448 1243 o o st o o s x SR e o 3 o o D ire i Figure 3 7 Craft Attenuation Settings versus Signal Attenuation The module s microcontroller monitors the input levels for status reporting The input status is made available for polling by the network controller on the primary Power Supply Controller module which makes the status information available to local Quad Receiver Control Panel software 3 3 Redundancy Receiver modules redundancy status primary A or secondary B is determined by its position in the HWX equipment shelf The equipment shelf slots are defined as either A or B slots by backplane wiring On the left side of the shelf the leftmost slot of each pair holds the primary module On the right side of the shelf the rightmost slot of each pair holds the primary module refer to Figure 3 8 A B switching of the receiver module is dependent on photodiode current IPD A voltage is derived from the photodiode current of each receiver in the module The microprocessor puts out a reference voltage for comparison This r
114. to show the entire dialog box Primary controller 24V Supply L v C Minor Alarm 12V Supply C v C Major Alarm ax Supply V Firmware Version 004 is a prior version and should be upgraded Battery A OK Help C Battery B OK Close Less Firmware version running 020824 004 Minor Major CA Min Max Min Max 24V 20 41 27 47 20 53 27 47 v 412v 10 22 13 83 11 03 13 02 y MFR info ampi pe2j 1 Brt0 v Autotont Set Baud Rate Change Baud 7 Check the Firmware version running field for the existing Power Supply Controller firmware version m If version 5 005 is indicated a download is not necessary In the Primary controller dialog box click the Close button Go to Step 16 m Ifa lower version is indicated in the Primary controller dialog box click the Close button Proceed to the next step to download firmware Version 5 8 Inthe HWX Control Panel window select the Download menu From the menu select the appropriate controller slot Primary or Secondary The Open dialog box appears Open 2 x File name Eolders if 020824 s11 c hwx4win e c Cancel File name fiel M e name field E hwx4win Network List of files in folder or on disk T Read only List files of type Drives Main Contr Files 02082 z amp c ms dos 6 9 Insert the Power Supply Controller Version 5 diskette into the floppy drive 10 From the Open dialog bo
115. uggestions and assistance in identifying any errors inaccuracies or misleading information Please contact our Technical Publications Department with an e mail referencing the document number and page number s to which the feedback applies Send your e mail to techpubs C c cor net iv 1058848 Rev C Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Ll Overview i bec ik LES Shed te ee eed e eed Gee eee es 1 1 V2 Warranty ect atkal oo CR RR aa bE NE BEATA seed eR dices 1 3 1 3 Related Document cocos tie OS edet Gorath eyes yeas Ge Tr 1 4 1 4 Document Conventions 0 0 ee 1 5 1 5 General Safety Precautions 00 0 2 tidus ee re 1 5 1 6 Statement of Compliance 0 0 eee eee ee 1 6 Chapter 2 Fiber Care and Cleaning 2 1 2 4 Introducti n nesa a a ease kat T matat last bd es DUN cach nee 2 1 2 1 1 Required cleaning materials llle 2 1 2 1 2 Recommended inspection device usuusu cece eee eee een eee 2 1 2 2 Cleaning Fiber Cable Connectors 0 0 0 ee ee 2 2 2 3 Cleaning Fiber Bulkhead Adapters 0 0 00 cee eee eee eee eee 2 5 2 4 Cleaning Internal Module Fiber Optic Connectors e 2 6 Chapter 3 Physical Description 3 1 3 1 Physical Identification 0 eee eee 3 1 31615 Front Panel c REPRE teed beer ete dA T ETC NEN 3 3 342 Rear Panel 115 49 8u54 8156 sms te pho ad kr n Leal Mores see PARR 3 5 3 1 3 Redundancy Switch 00 cee
116. used to determine connector type Refer to Figure 2 3 on page 2 4 for illustrations of each type cable connector 2 2 Fiber Care and Cleaning 1058848 Rev C CONTAMINATION FROM CONNECTOR DUST CAP CANNED AIR GAS RESIDUE LIGHT Plasticizer mold release Some dirt particles Can tipped liguid dispensed tube not fully purged CONTAMINATION FROM CONTACT WITH DRY SKIN COMMON WORK AREA ENVIRONMENTAL DUST I barely brushed it with the back of my hand Endface lightly tapped on dusty workbench surface Figure 2 2 Typical Ferrule Endface Contamination Visible Through a Fiberscope 1058848 Rev C Fiber Care and Cleaning 2 3 Figure 2 3 Fiber Optic Connector Types 1 To clean a connector fold a clean new wipe into a 2 inch square pad Moisten but do not saturate about a 1 2 inch diameter portion of the pad with alcohol Wrap the moistened part of the pad around the exposed ferrule end and using firm finger pressure twist the pad around the ferrule in at least three back and forth guarter to half turn rotations The pad should sgueak against the ferrule 2 Press the ferrule endface into the wet spot on the wipe Using firm force twist the ferrule so that a wiping action occurs Repeat this twice using a clean alcohol moistened spot on the pad each time The pad should sgueak against the ferrule 3 Press the ferrule endface into a dry spot on the wipe and using gentle force twist the ferrule so that a wipi
117. ver Control Panel Software B 17 B 5 3 Select an Individual Receiver The following procedure should be used to select an individual receiver to monitor adjust RF output gain or make RF output Test Point measurements using the Ouad Receiver Control Panel software Receiver Select None radio buttons 1 4 radio button yoy eee oe Receiver Select ss m A B Switching Mode Intemal Switchi Select Receiver For Monitoring Or Setting Manufacturing Info Receiver Hold 5 Min Time z CC 2 03 C 4 C None Switch occurs on ng Firmware Major low alarm Download See eee Note The Receiver Select radio buttons act as momentary type switches the select indication black dot does not remain after the receiver is selected A dashed box will appear around the receiver radio button The receiver will remain selected until the Receiver Hold Time elapses or the None radio button is selected During that time only the selected receiver s telemetry data will be updated Note The Receiver Hold Time field can be set from 5 to 1 275 minutes 21 hours and 15 minutes 1 On the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box click the Receiver Select radio button for the receiver that you want to monitor or adjust A dashed box will appear around the Receiver Select radio button that was selected Only the selected receiver s telemetry will now be updated 2 Onthe module front
118. ver Control Panel Software B 5 B 2 2 Install Power Supply Controller Firmware This procedure is used to download upgrades to Power Supply Controller Firmware As an example this procedure will use Version 5 PN 020824 005 for HX148 1PC HX3481PC HXIACIPC or HX1AC2PC Power Supply Controller modules Version 5 extends operation to include recently released Quad Return Path Receiver HX6413RX modules Note HX64 13RX Control Panel Software Version 1 7 or later will not function without Power Supply Controllers containing Version 5 firmware EN Note At the rear of the equipment shelf containing the Power Supply Controller s check the RJ 11 jacks labeled SMARTNETT Temporarily unplug any connections to these jacks This precaution will prevent any possible conflicts between network management and HWX Control Panel program communications with the shelf 1 Make up or verify a DB 9 cable connection between the PC comm port and the Computer Port connector on the active Power Supply Controller module The active module is the one that shows a blinking green POWER LED Note the number of the PC comm port used when you connect the cable as you will need that number in step 3 2 Toinitiate the Control Panel firmware download m Using File Manager Windows or Windows Explorer Windows 95 click the directory folder that contains the HWX Control Panel Software Then double click the HWXWIN EXE file or m Using the HWX craft s
119. version number is V1 7 or later the upgrade is not required Continue to step 5 5 Check to see if the hardware upgrade has been incorporated Click on the Manufacturing Info button located in the lower left hand corner of the Quad Receiver Control Panel dialog box The Manufacturing Information dialog box will appear Refer to Appendix A for Manufacturing Information data LM Manufacturing Information x Catalog Number HX64 Squelch option portion of the Catalog Number RA no upgrade required Part Number 1087786 SA no upgrade required Serial Number 4321 RX upgrade reguired Date of Manufacture fi 2345 Configuration JQUADRX 4x2 Family n Device type evice type 21 Subtype 02 Firmware Version 10 91 74 8A m Ifthe Catalog Number is HX6413RAxx or HX6413SAxx the hardware has been upgraded If the Control Panel software is V1 7 or a newer version upgrade is required from Step 4 close the dialog box by clicking on the close button X located in the top right corner of the dialog box Continue to Section B 2 1 2 Installation m Ifthe Catalog Number is HX6413RXxx the hardware requires upgrading before the Control Panel software can be loaded Close the dialog box by clicking on the close button X located in the top right corner of the dialog box Contact C COR net Technical Support for direction 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 3 B 2 1 2 Installation
120. vidual Receiver eeeeeeeee B 18 B 5 4 Change Receiver RF Output Attenuation B 19 B 5 5 Change Receiver Alarm Threshold Settings B 21 B 5 6 Select Module Mode of Operation ee B 22 B 5 6 1 Independent Mode of Operation B 22 B 5 6 2 Redundant Mode of Operation e B 23 B 5 7 Verify or Change Squelch Setup 0 0 0 0 eee eee ee eee B 25 B 5 7 1 Verify Squelch Option 0 0 0 eee eee ee eee B 25 B 5 7 2 Change Squelch Setup 0 00 cece eee eee eee B 26 1058848 Rev C Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Appendix A Appendix B List of Figures Introduction Figure 1 1 HWX Equipment Shelf Populated with Quad Receiver Modules Fiber Care and Cleaning Figure 2 1 Fiberscope Inspection of a Fiber Optic Connector Ferrule Figure 2 2 Typical Ferrule Endface Contamination Visible Through a Fiberscope Figure 2 3 Fiber Optic Connector Types 0 2 0 eee ee Figure 2 4 Inspection Standard for Clean Ferrule Endface Fiberscope View Figure 2 5 Removal Installation of HX6413RX Adapter Plate Physical Description Figure 3 1 HX6413RX Quick Reference Guide eee Figure 3 2 IPD Test Point Voltage Conversion
121. wer vs RF Output Level Figure 3 6 is a simplified block diagram of the HX6413RX module The module has four identical independent receivers Each receiver has a photodiode on the input that converts the intensity modulated optical inputs into an electrical RF signal The photodiode output goes to the first of two amplifier stages and then on through attenuation circuitry to the second output amplifier stage The receivers are then connected to the RF OUTPUT ports at the rear of the module Output port connections are dependent upon the HX6413RX model RXx1 RXx2 or RXx4 The module is normally in the auto scan mode In that mode the microcontroller via the IPD multiplexer is continually scanning each of the receivers monitoring the input signal levels Should any of the input levels fall outside the IPD alarm thresholds settings an alarm condition will be set and the ALARM LED will illuminate red for a major alarm or amber for a minor alarm Note The ALARM LED is a tricolor device Turning on both the green and red LEDs in the device to produce the amber color Manual measurements from the IPD and RF MONITOR test points and RF output gain adjustments can not be performed when the HX6413RX is in the auto scan mode of operation no receiver has been selected To use these test points and controls an address must be sent to the parameter multiplexers IPD MUX that will indicate the selected receiver and disable the auto scan m
122. will be turned back on after the signal channel level has returned to a value below the squelch threshold setting Update UnSquelch Timeout button Press this button to execute the Time and Level Hysteresis value changes Close button Press to exit the RF Squelch Setup dialog box Tooltips for all fields and buttons When the cursor is placed over a control button or field an informational message will appear tooltip describing the function 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 13 B 4 Initiate a Session The following procedure should be used to initiate and or end a Ouad Receiver Control Panel software session m To initiate a new session continue to Section B 4 1 Initiate a Session m To enda session go to Section B 4 2 End a Session page B 15 B 4 1 Initiate a Session 1 Make up or verify a DB 9 cable connection between the PC comm port and the COMPUTER PORT connector on the active Power Supply Controller module blinking green POWER LED 2 To initiate the session use Windows Explorer Windows 95 click the directory folder that contains the Quad Receiver Control Panel Software Then double click the guadrx exe file or Use the Quad Receiver Control Panel software shortcut folder click the guadrx exe icon 53 Exploring Quad Receiver m x File Edit View Tools Help Quad Receiver Alal 4 lje xls E All Folders Contents of Quad Receiver Q
123. x select the appropriate data path From the Drive window select the floppy drive A or B containing the Power Supply Controller firmware diskette From the File name window click on file 020824 s11 Open x File name Folders 020824 s11 aM 020824 s11 A E Network Read only Firmware File Floppy Drive List files of type Main Contr Files 02082 z 1058848 Rev C Quad Receiver Control Panel Software B 7 11 If the Power Supply Controller firmware file was on the HWX Control Panel diskette the 020284 s11 file will appear in the File window m If No but the file is listed click on the file so that it appears in the File name field Proceed to the next step If Yes from the File name window click on file 020824 511 Proceed to the next step If No obtain diskette with Power Supply Controller firmware upgrade Repeat procedure from Step 9 12 From the Open dialog box click OK The Flash Downloader dialog box appears Flash Downloader Biers File name A 4020824 511 Done a v Sector e NN Retries C Back ground To page im Fore ground C No net Note The Cancel button can be used to exit the Flash Downloader dialog box prior to starting a download Once a download has started it cannot be canceled 13 Click OK In a few seconds the download will start and the title of the dialog box changes to indicate the slot that has
124. y Information on page 4 1 before proceeding with this procedure DANGER Laser Radiation Avoid exposure to invisible laser radiation do not look into the ends of any optical fiber or bulkhead connector Use an optical power meter to identify active fibers Do not assume laser power is turned off or that the fiber is disconnected at the other end 1 Place the ESD wrist strap on your wrist and snap the ground wire to the wrist strap Plug the ground plug into a grounded ESD jack 2 The input signal levels can be verified by taking measurements m Directly from the fiber optic input cable continue to step 3 or m Using the IPD Test Points on the front panel go to step 4 or m Using the Quad Receiver Control Panel software Receiver Optical Input fields go to step 6 3 Disconnect the input fiber optic cable from the receiver optical input connector Connect the incoming fiber optic cable to an optical power meter or spectrum analyzer to make the measurement The power level should be between 16 and 6 dBm for optimal performance When complete go to step 7 to evaluate measurement Optical Input to RX 1 Optical Input to RX 2 Optical Input to RX 3 Optical Input to RX 4 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 19 Note The green ALARM LED will blink off approximately 1 second and then back on when the RX SELECT or gain pushbutton switches are depressed Ifthis does not EN occur the actio
125. y from the module see Figure 2 5 Remove Insert Adapter Plate taking care not to snag the fiber optic cables on any of the internal module components Only extend the adapter plate far enough so that there is enough space to remove the required fiber optic cable from the rear of the adapter plate for cleaning the connector Do not exceed 2 inches Fiber Care and Cleaning 1058848 Rev C CAUTION When extending the adapter plate away from the front panel extreme care should be taken so as not to damage the internal fiber optic cables Never over extend the adapter plate 2 inch maximum or attempt to extend the adapter plate if resistance is encountered as damage to the fiber optic cables could occur m Ifthe adapter plate can be extended far enough for access proceed to the next step If for any reason the adapter plate can not be extended far enough for access place protective caps over the fiber optic input cables Proceed to step 8 When complete contact C COR net Technical Support for information to return the module for cleaning Note The internal fiber optic cables are not marked To avoid the possibility of reconnecting a cable to the wrong adapter only remove one 1 fiber optic cable at a time replacing that cable before removing the next Figure 2 5 Remove Insert Adapter Plate indicates the associated cable for each receiver 5 Disconnect the suspect fiber optic connector from the rear of
126. zer or RF level meter connect a test lead to the RF MONITOR connector on the front panel of the receiver Measurements taken from this connector are sampled at a level below the actual signal level at the RF OUTPUT ports on the rear of the module The Test Point value shown in Table 4 2 should be added to the measured value to obtain the actual level Go to step 4 PD 9 GND RX Select Table 4 2 RF Monitor Attenuation Model No ge a Combiner ka al HX6413RXx1 24 dB RX 2 3 and 4 1 HX6413RXx2 27 dB RX1 and RX2 1 RX3 and RX4 3 HX6413RXx4 30 dB None 1 2 3 4 3 Disconnect the RF cable from the RF OUTPUT port on the rear of the module Connect the test lead to the module RF OUTPUT port for a direct reading Proceed to the next step above chart this should be taken into consideration when making RF measurements at the Note Some HX6413RX models RXx1 and RXx2 have combined receiver outputs see RF OUTPUT ports 1058848 Rev C Installation and Initial Test 4 21 4 Verify that the RF output level is within specifications Chapter 6 Section 6 1 Module Specifications on page 6 1 Are the measurements within specification m If No proceed to the next step m If Yes go to step 6 Panel software to perform step 5 Refer to Appendix B Section B 5 4 Change Receiver RF Note The attenuation levels can be set more precisely by using Quad Receiver Control Output Attenuation page B 19

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