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TC-96203-IP
Installation Instructions

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The OTE-M-STRAND-CLAMP accessory kit provides two strand clamps and hardware for mounting the
Mini-OTE 300 terminal closer to the D-Bar or to a universal back plate. This device is included in the Mini-
OTE 300 kits

Figure 3

 shows the strand mount clamps and hardware and the installation options.

 

Figure 3.  Strand Mount Clamps/Hardware – Pedestal Installation Options

3

Using Hardened Connectors and Adapters

Hardened connectors and adapters provide sealed environmental protection for the subscriber drop cable
connector and the SC adapter mounted within the Mini-OTE optical port. The following sections provide a
description of the connector and adapter components and provide instructions for connecting or
disconnecting the drop cable to/from the optical ports.

3.1 Connector Components

The basic components of the drop cable connector are shown in 

Figure 4

. The dust cap threads onto the

connector coupling nut. A pair of O-rings on the connector body provide a tight seal when the dust cap is in
place. A pulling eye is provided in the end of the dust cap for pulling the drop cable through conduit.

Figure 4.  Connector Components

3.2 Drop Cable Connector Components

The basic components of the Mini-OTE optical port hardened adapter are shown in 

Figure 5

. 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. The 216B key tool is required to remove the dust cap.

23581-B

DUST CAP

O-RING

COUPLING NUT

CONNECTOR

BODY

PULLING

EYE

Summary of Contents for Mini-OTE 300 Tap

Page 1: ... accelerates fiber deployment for new subscriber activation and service minimizing labor costs Each terminal is delivered with the tap pre installed in the terminal and all feeder and drop ports are sealed with a plug The terminal housing is closed and secured to prevent damage to internal splices The unit is designed for installation in pedestal hand hole pole and strand mount applications Access...

Page 2: ...re for mounting the Mini OTE 300 in strand mount applications and some pedestal applications depending on the pedestal design Figure 2 shows the mounting options Figure 2 Mounting Options Table 1 Mini OTE Ports Row 1x2 Tap 4 Port Terminal 1x4 Tap 8 Port Terminal 1x8 Tap 12 Port Terminal 1 Port 1 2 Drop Outputs Port 3 Tap Input Port 4 Tap Thru Port 1 N A Port 2 N A Port 3 Tap Input Port 4 Tap Thru ...

Page 3: ...description of the connector and adapter components and provide instructions for connecting or disconnecting the drop cable to from the optical ports 3 1 Connector Components The basic components of the drop cable connector are shown in Figure 4 The dust cap threads onto the connector coupling nut A pair of O rings on the connector body provide a tight seal when the dust cap is in place A pulling ...

Page 4: ...ot insert all the way to the bottom of the port rotate drop cable connector slightly to either side until it slides freely into place 7 Thread the drop cable connector coupling nut into the optical port and tighten coupling nut until finger tight 8 Inspect the optical port dust cap O ring see Figure 4 on Page 3 for dryness and apply O ring lubricant to the O ring if dry MST ACC LUBE1 For the proce...

Page 5: ...TC 96203 IP Installation Instructions www commscope com Page 5 of 10 Figure 6 Connecting Drop Cable to Mini OTE Optical Port Figure 7 Dust Caps 23586 B OPTICAL PORT DUST CAP DROP CABLE DUST CAP ...

Page 6: ...ap onto the drop cable connector coupling nut and tighten until finger tight see Figure 4 4 Maintenance of Mini OTE 300 Terminals Maintenance for the Mini OTE terminal is limited to cleaning the hardened adapters as needed to maintain optimal performance lubricating O rings that may become dry or replacing a damaged optical connector 4 1 Drop Cable Connector Cleaning Procedure Cleaning kit FHD ACC...

Page 7: ...the cleaning tape and with the high side of the connector pointing in the direction of cleaning as shown in Figure 9 6 With light pressure slide the connector end face once across the tape in the direction shown using a smooth linear motion Do not press too hard and do not repeat the cleaning motion with the same tape Note The drop cable connector uses angled SC type connectors Make sure the high ...

Page 8: ...Using a 216B key tool unthread the optical port dust cap from the optical port adapter 2 Locate the dry swabs that are provided with the connector adapter cleaning kit 3 Insert a dry swab into the adapter as shown in Figure 10 4 While applying light pressure against the connector end face rotate the dry swab 360º three times 5 Dispose of the dry swab after use 6 When the connector end face and ada...

Page 9: ... dust cap are lubricated when shipped from the factory to prevent damage during installation If the O rings become excessively dry they may require additional lubrication to prevent damage Remove the O rings from the connector or dust cap and apply a small amount of lubricant directly to each ring Then reinstall the O rings on the connector or dust cap Apply only the recommended O ring lubricant M...

Page 10: ...ns www commscope com 6 Product Support To find out more about CommScope products visit us on the web at www commscope com For technical assistance customer service or to report any missing damaged parts visit us at http www commscope com SupportCenter ...

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