USER MANUAL 6 Position Front Connect Rack for TD Series
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1. TD Series modules are securely seated on the pressed studs the Retention Bar slides in behind them to secure the modules tightly in place Two Retention Screws are then tightened to hold the bar Cable Tie Down Seven tie wrap bases are found along the raised rear panel of the Mounting Tray These are provided to allow for clean management of cabling to the TD Series modules Tie wraps can be used to secure cable bundles against the rear panel The left rear corner of the Mounting Tray features a cut out to allow cable egress Back Shell Relief The unigue design of the bar provides clearance notches for Back Shell Relief in the event that Phoenix back shells are to be installed on the wiring harness or individual power connections These relief cuts also make inserting the power connections easier while the Retention Bar is in place Earth Ground Lug Both for general safety reasons as well as improved functionality of some signals a positive Earth Ground is often desirable The TDP provides a Ground Lug on the rear panel that connects to the third pin of each of the six Phoenix connectors in the Power Harness tying all TD modules in the rack to Earth Ground s Circular DC Power Connection DC power entry for the unit This is a standard DC connection for use with the included DC wall power supply and feeds the Power Harness Power Harness with 6 each Phoenix Power Connectors The TDP comes standard with a 6 posit2. N LA Fiberplex TECHNOLOGIES LLC USER MANUAL 6 Position Front Connect Rack for TD Series Modules with 16 Channel Modular Front Panel TDP Warning for Your Protection Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions ou nu BE WN PB Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip ove
3. ing fasteners appropriate to your standard 19 rack enclosure All four 4 mounting points MUST be utilized Ensure that there exists adeguate clearance for ventilation The chassis should be located in an environment where an ambient temperature between 0 and 50 C can be maintained Power Reguirements Any combination of 6 FiberPlex TD Series Modules can be mounted in a TDP Each TD module can draw as much as 500 mA at 9VDC so with the maximum 6 modules installed the maximum power reguirement for a power adapter is 3A at 9V or 18 Watts Power is supplied to the individual modules through a pre wired Power Harness that connects to the modules using a 3 pin Phoenix connector Two pins supply the 9 VDC and the third pin connects a positive earth ground to a ground lug on the rear of the TDP For best performance it is recommended to connect the ground lug to a known good earth ground DC power is supplied to the Power Harness through the included power adapter connected to the rear circular connector Features Figure 1 TDP TDP Mounting Tray The base tray of the TDP is made from rugged anodized aluminum and features reinforced rack ears This 1U tray has 6 pairs of studs pressed into the base to mate with the keyholes on TD Series modules FiberPlex TD Series Modules Shown here for clarification however they are not included The TDP can accommodate up to 6 TD Series modules G Retention Bar amp Retention Screws Once the
4. ing materials recycling is encouraged Disposal of Used Eguipment Used eguipment contains valuable raw materials as well as substances that must be disposed of professionally Please dispose of used eguipment via an authorized specialist dealer or via the public waste disposal system ensuring any material that can be recycled has been Please take care that your used eguipment cannot be abused After having disconnected your used eguipment from the mains supply make sure that the mains connector and the mains cable are made useless Disclaimer The information in this document has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication However no liability is assumed by FiberPlex for inaccuracies errors or omissions nor for loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained herein This page intentionally left blank Introduction Complementing the flexibility of the FiberPlex TD Series of fiber optic modules the TDP provides front of rack connection mounting power and cable management for up to 6 front facing TD modules in a compact and rugged aluminum 1U rack Each of the 16 channels of the modular TDP front panel can accommodate any Neutrik D Series connector LC and ST barrel connectors DB9 connectors etc The unused positions are simply fitted with a blank panel The integrated key hole mounting holes on the bottom of the TD units lock securely on mati
5. ion wiring harness This harness receives its power from a standard power adapter included via a circular connector 2 Connector Position Blanking Plates These plates fill unused connector positions 2 1 0 Connector Positions Input and Output connectors to the TD Units are provisioned here Installing TD Modules 1 Orient the TD Series module with the rear power side facing the rear of the TDP 2 Align the large opening of the keyhole on the bottom to the TD module with the pressed studs on the Mounting Tray 3 Lower the TD module over the studs until the module is flat on the tray and slide to the front of the Mounting Tray until the module stops 4 _ Repeat steps 1 3 until all desired modules are installed 5 Lower the Retention Bar flat on the tray so that it is on the rear power side of the TD modules and straddles the threaded standoffs 6 Push the Retention Bar forward until it is secure against the TD modules there should only be a tiny shift as it tightens against the unit Tighten the Retention Screws 7 _ Connect the Phoenix power connector from the Power Harness at into its mating connector on the TD module in each position 8 Connect the Earth Ground Lug to an external earth ground source Sandwich the external ground wire or lug between the two flat washers and tighten the screw to secure 9 Install loaded TDP in to rack using 4 standard rack screws S
6. ng studs while a rear retention bar holds them securely in place A 6 position power wiring harness and included power adapter provide not just 9 VDC power but a positive earth ground to the modules via 3 position Phoenix locking power connectors Managing all that cabling and fiber can sometimes be guite a chore the TDP allows a simple solution to put maximum capacity and flexibility into a single 1U space Key Features e Provides mounting and power for up to 6 single wide or 3 double wide TD Series modules e Perfect for front of rack connections e Accommodates up to 16 connector positions Plates available for standard Neutrik D Series connectors LC and ST barrels DE 9 etc e Selected connectors included Reconfigure in minutes e Securely seats modules with positive retention bar e Power adapter and wiring harness included e Convenient cable tray for clean installation e Grounding stud for positive earth ground Reinforced rack ears Getting Started Initial Inspection Immediately upon receipt inspect the shipping container for damage The container should be retained until the shipment has been checked for completeness and the eguipment has been checked mechanically and electrically If the shipment is incomplete if there is mechanical damage or if the unit fails to operate notify FiberPlex and make the shipping materials available for the carrier s inspection Chassis Mounting Mount the empty chassis us
7. pecifications 36 1 38 9 0 34 9 In 4 50 114 3 2 l 14 00 y 355 6 ee 19 00 1 25 482 6 1 72 31 8 43 7 Oe dO 18 34 465 9 Figure 2 TDR 01 AC Dimensions SHOWN WITH TD SERIES UNITS INSTALLED PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Case Dimensions 1U ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Length 14in 356 mm Power Reguirement Voltage Range Width 19in 482 mm 9 Height 1 25in 31 7 mm Weight 21b 0 9 kg VAC Power Consumption 18 30 Power Connector Standard 5 5 x 2 1 mm DC barrel center positive Fberplex TECHNOLOGIES LLC 18040 412 Guilford Rd Annapolis Junction MD 20701 UMTDP fiberplex com clients fiberplex com 301 604 0100 150714
8. r 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to gualified service personnel Servicing is reguired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liguid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing No objects filled with liguids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture General Installation Instructions Please consider these general instructions in addition to any product specific instructions in the Installation chapter of this manual Unpacking Check the eguipment for any transport damage If the unit is mechanically damaged if liguids have been spilled or if objects have fallen into the unit it must not be connected to the AC power outlet or it must be immediately disconnected by unplugging the power cable Repair must only be performed by trained personnel in accordance with the applicable regulations Installation Site Install the unit in a place where the following conditions are met The temperature and the relative humidity of the operating environment must be within the specified limits during operation of
9. s the exhaust air temperature must be measured directly above the modules at several places within the enclosure Grounding and Power Supply Grounding of units with mains supply class equipment is performed via the protective earth PE conductor integrated in three pin Phoenix connector Units with battery operation lt 60 V class lll eguipment must be earthed separately Grounding the unit is one of the measures for protection against electrical shock hazard dangerous body currents Hazardous voltage may not only be caused by defective power supply insulation but may also be introduced by the connected audio or control cables This eguipment may reguire the use of a different line cord attachment plug or both depending on the available power source at installation If the attachment plug needs to be changed refer servicing to gualified personnel Warranty Service and Terms and Conditions of Sale For information about Warranty or Service information please see our published Terms and Conditions of Sale This document is available on fiberplex com or can be obtained by reguesting it from clients fiberplex com or calling 301 604 0100 Disposal Disposal of Packing Materials The packing materials have been selected with environmental and disposal issues in mind All packing material can be recycled Recycling packing saves raw materials and reduces the volume of waste If you need to dispose of the transport pack
10. the unit Values specified are applicable to the air inlets of the unit Condensation may not be present during operation If the unit is installed in a location subject to large variations of ambient temperature e g in an OB van appropriate precautions must be taken Unobstructed air flow is essential for proper operation Ventilation openings of the unit are a functional part of the design and must not be obstructed in any way during operation e g by objects placed upon them placement of the unit on a soft surface or improper installation of the unit within a rack or piece of furniture The unit must not be unduly exposed to external heat sources direct sunlight spot lights Ambient Temperature Units and systems by FiberPlex are generally designed for an ambient temperature range i e temperature of the incoming air of 5 40 C When rack mounting the units the following facts must be considered The permissible ambient temperature range for operation of the semiconductor components is O C to 70 C commercial temperature range for operation The air flow through the installation must allow exhaust air to remain cooler than 70 C at all times Average temperature increase of the cooling air shall be about 20 C allowing for an additional maximum 10 C increase at the hottest components If the cooling function of the installation must be monitored e g for fan failure or illumination with spot lamp
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