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4. Commissioning
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User’s Manual for ION
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4.3.15. Assembly instructions for optical LC patch cables
The ION-U H 7P/80-85P/17(E)P/19P utilizes a single fiber cable for both uplink and
downlink. The RU optical connector (Opus short plug kit) supports both simplex (one
fiber cable) and duplex (two fiber cables) operation.
The Opus short plug kit, which is included with the delivery of the RU, has the
following components.
figure 4-21 Contents of the Opus short plug kit
The LC/APC patch cables must meet the following requirements shown in figure 4-22
for use with the RU and the Opus short plug kit.
figure 4-22 LC/APC patch cable requirements
Note:
You must pay close attention to the integrity of the fiber during the
assembly process.
6
5
3
1
4
2
Duplex split
gasket
LC Support
Clamp
Plug body
Simplex split
Gasket
Adaptor nut
B0405AHA
55 mm Min.
Ferrules: 12 mm Max.
No duplex clip
No boots
Ø 3 to Ø 3.3 mm
B0405AJA