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1.0 AbouT This Guide

Every effort was made to ensure that the information contained in this user manual is accurate. Information is 

subject to change without notice and we accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In case of discrep

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ancy, the web version takes precedence over any printed literature. The content in this manual may vary from the 

software version installed in the unit. 

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All trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. No part of this document 

may be reproduced or transmitted electronically or otherwise without written permission from VeEX Inc.

This device uses software either developed by VeEX Inc or licensed by VeEX Inc from third parties. The software 

is confidential and proprietary of VeEX Inc. The software is protected by copyright and contains trade secrets of 

VeEX Inc or VeEX’s licensors. The purchaser of this device agrees that it has received a license solely to use the 

software as embedded in the device, and the purchaser is prohibited from copying, reverse engineering, decom

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piling, or disassembling the software. 

Audience:

This guide is intended for system administrators, engineers, and operators who install and manage the CX380X.

Users who perform these tasks should be familiar not only with the CX380X hardware and cabling, but also with 

electronic circuitry, wiring practices, and safety precautions.

Note: Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service 

this equipment. Improper or unsafe use can cause physical harm and damage equipment.

For more technical resources, visit VeEX Inc web site at www.veexinc.com. 

If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this product, call or e-mail our customer care de

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partment for customer support. Before contacting our customer care department, you must have your product 

serial number ready. Please go to Basic Operations section for details on locating your unit serial number in the 

menus or locate the serial number on the back of the chassis. 

Customer Care: 

Phone: + 1 510 651 0500 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.veexinc.com 

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CX380X Hardware Installation Guide D07-00-077P Rev. A00

Summary of Contents for CX380X

Page 1: ...duced translated into a foreign language or be transmitted electronically without prior agreement and written consent of VeEX Incorporated as governed by International copyright laws Information conta...

Page 2: ...Grounding 8 4 4 Safety Guidelines 8 5 0 Installation 9 5 1 Installing the CX380X in a Rack 9 5 2 Connecting Communications Serial Ports 10 5 3 Connecting Ethernet Control Ports 10 5 4 Connecting the...

Page 3: ...has received a license solely to use the software as embedded in the device and the purchaser is prohibited from copying reverse engineering decom piling or disassembling the software Audience This g...

Page 4: ...on of rogue cable modems enabling identification of potential network affecting issues The probe can also be used as a standalone on any existing systems as an overlay Ultimately the real time locatio...

Page 5: ...rds involved with electrical circuitry and standard safety practices to prevent accidents Caution This symbol means reader be careful In this situation you might do something that could result in equi...

Page 6: ...tems are included in the box y y USB Serial Port Adaptor y y Rack Mounting Brackets y y AC Power Adaptor y y Power Cord y y Two pairs of RS232 male to female DB 9 to DB 9 straight cables Page 6 of 14...

Page 7: ...Switch Control In A B female Communications serial ports for the built in 16 port RF switch These ports should be connected to the corresponding RS232C DB9 Switch Ctrl ports y y RS232C DB9 Out A B Com...

Page 8: ...as follows o o Use caution Do not become a victim yourself o o Turn off power to the system o o If possible send another person to get medical aid Otherwise assess the condition of the victim and then...

Page 9: ...X features a 3U chassis Make enough room on the rack for the installation y y After installing the brackets install the CX380X to the 19 rack at the designated position with the appropriate rack mount...

Page 10: ...onnection after configuring the IP address for the port 5 4 Connecting the RF Ports When connecting the RF input ports to the HFC network take note of the following When connecting the F connector on...

Page 11: ...s soon as the power switch is turned on 5 4 Disconnecting the Power 1 Turn the power switch of the CX380X to OFF 2 Unplug the power plug from the DC 15V power receptacle 5 5 Starting the System After...

Page 12: ...onsumption of its Monitoring Devices y y CX180F 10x4 110V AC or 48V DC consumes 20W per probe y y CX380X 110V AC consumes 40W per probe Please note that 110V and 48V are available but are mutually exc...

Page 13: ...ng the warranty period VeEX Inc will provide without charge to the customer all fixes patches and enhancements to the purchased software firmware and software options VeEX Inc does not warrant that al...

Page 14: ...orldwide distribution channel provides uncompromised product support Visit us online at www veexinc com for latest updates and additional documentation VeEX Incorporated 2827 Lakeview Court Fremont CA...

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