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Installation Instructions

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© 2021 CommScope, Inc. All Rights Reserved

NOVUX™ Fiber Optic System

TC-1493-IP

Rev A, October 2021

http://www.commscope.com

SxT

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About this manual

This publication provides user information for the installation of the NOVUX™ SxT. The topics covered include a basic

product description, installation and mounting guidelines and procedures for use and maintenance of hardened

connectors and adapters. Also warnings and cautions are indicated, which should be observed before starting the

product installation. Images in this manual are for reference only and are subject to change.

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Dimensions

24

m

m

(9

.6

in

ch

)

99 mm

(3.90 inch)

64 mm

(2.52 inch)

Summary of Contents for NOVUX SXT

Page 1: ...tallation of the NOVUX SxT The topics covered include a basic product description installation and mounting guidelines and procedures for use and maintenance of hardened connectors and adapters Also warnings and cautions are indicated which should be observed before starting the product installation Images in this manual are for reference only and are subject to change 2 Dimensions 244 mm 9 60 inc...

Page 2: ...ponents 5 5 3 Connecting the Full Size connector 5 5 4 Disconnecting the Full Size connector 6 5 5 Full Size connector cleaning 7 6 HMFOC connector installation 7 6 1 Connector components 7 6 2 Adapter components 7 6 3 Connecting the HMFOC connector 8 6 4 Disconnecting the HMFOC connector 9 6 5 HMFOC connector cleaning 9 7 Maintenance 10 8 Trade marks 11 9 Contact information 11 page 2 11 2021 Com...

Page 3: ...e cap or hood MUST be immediately placed over any radiating adapter or optical fiber connector to avoid the potential of dangerous amounts of radiation exposure This practice also prevents dirt particles from entering the connector and adapter Fiber optic cables may be damaged if bent or curved to a radius that is less than the recommended minimum bend radius Always observe the recommended bend ra...

Page 4: ...mounting 4 2 1 Pole mounting with screws Note Pole mount hardware screws not included 4 2 2 Pole mounting with straps Note Pole mount hardware straps not included page 4 11 2021 CommScope Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 5: ...ap is in place A pulling eye is provided in the end of the dust cap for pulling the drop cable through conduit Note Do not exceed a pulling force of 445 N 100 lbs and when connected don t exceed cable pull of 111 N 25 lbs 5 2 Adapter components The dust cap threads into the adapter housing An O ring on the dust cap provides a tight seal when the dust cap is in place 5 3 Connecting the Full Size co...

Page 6: ...he optical port 2 Insert the drop cable connector into the optical port If the drop cable connector does not insert all the way to the bottom of the port rotate drop cable connector slightly to either side until it slides freely into place 3 Thread the drop cable connector coupling nut into the optical port and tighten coupling nut until finger tight 5 3 3 Secure dustcaps 1 Thread the optical port...

Page 7: ...ls are available with an HMFOC connector at the end of the tail the HMFOC is a hardened 12 fiber connector that can be used for many applications The primary application is to connect indexing terminals in a cascade or to connect an indexing terminal to the Fiber Distribution Hub FDH or Closure to extend the distribution network The connector on the tail is the non pinned female plug the connector...

Page 8: ...full size hardened connector at the adapter plugs or cables to prevent contaminant particles entering to the adapters or connector end face 6 3 2 Install the HMFOC connector 1 Find the alignment keys on the adapter port square notch in the thread area and on the connector groove And push the plug connector in the jack of the adapter port until it seats 2 Thread the cable connector s coupling nut o...

Page 9: ...s fully disengaged 3 Uncouple the two dust caps 4 Thread the optical port dust cap into the optical port and tighten until finger tight 5 Thread the drop cable connector coupling nut into the drop cable dust cap and tighten until finger tight 6 5 HMFOC connector cleaning The connectors and adapters are cleaned at the factory however inadvertent contact and or dust can still occur during transport ...

Page 10: ...ect Clean Cycle Inspect End face clean Dry clean Inspect End face clean Wet Dry clean Connect Damaged Replace Always inspect and clean both connectors to be mated YES YES NO NO 3X NO ONLY REPEAT CYCLE 3X Note CommScope is not responsible for damage caused by cleaning page 10 11 2021 CommScope Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 11: ...ty with a number of CommScope s facilities across the globe certified in accordance with international standards including ISO 9001 TL 9000 and ISO 14001 Further information regarding CommScope s commitment can be found at https www commscope com corporate responsibility and sustainability This product may be covered by one or more U S patents or their foreign equivalents For patents see www cs pa...

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