User Manual
CXE85X
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Rev.005
9.12.2013
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Fibre installation
The CXE85x comes as standard with a bulkhead mounted SC/APC adapters.
Fibre installation is a critical procedure and it should be done with care.
Incorrect handling of the fibre can result in damage and degraded performance.
Warning:
The SC/APC adapter is connected to the integrated fibre receiver
through a short length of fibre on the rear side of the bulkhead. To avoid
damage to the fibre, take care not to rotate the adapter when installing or
removing the fibre connector.
Cleaning fibre connectors
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For correct optical operation ensure that all optical connectors are cleaned
immediately before mating using a suitable optical connector cleaning kit.
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If a cleaning kit is not available, wipe the end of the connector using pure
isopropyl alcohol (99%) and a lint-free wipe. Dry it with filtered compressed
air. Wait until dry to insert connector into the adapter.
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When fibre optic connectors are unmated, the optical fibre end faces must
be protected from contamination using suitable dust caps. Contamination of
fibre end faces will reduce the performance of the optical fibre and could
ultimately cause failure of the system. Contamination could also damage the
fibre end faces when the connectors are mated.