LC and MPO Connectors
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Install LC Connectors into Adapter
1. Install connectors into the adapter by aligning the latch on the connector with the slot
on the adapter and gently push into place. An audible click is heard when the
connector snaps into the adapter.
2. If a high-loss condition exists, use the LC cleaning procedures and reinstall the
connector as described in Step 1.
3. When doing rearrangements or reinsertions of LC connectors, use the LC cleaning
procedures to clean all components and reinstall the connectors as described in Step 1.
Clean LC Connector and Adapter
Clean exposed connector ferrule
by lightly
moistening lint-free wipe with fiber optic
cleaning solution (or >91% isopropyl alcohol), and by applying medium pressure, first
wipe against wet area and then onto dry area to clean potential residue from end face.
Clean connector ferrule
inside adapter by inserting lightly moistened cleaning stick with
fiber optic cleaning solution (or >91% isopropyl alcohol) inside the adapter until contact is
made with connector on opposite end. Rotate cleaning stick with medium pressure in
one circular motion as it is pulled away from the adapter. Repeat process using dry
cleaning stick.
Caution:
Signal strength will be affected if end and sides of ferrule are not thoroughly
cleaned. Discard cleaning sticks after each use. Do not turn cleaning sticks back and
forth pressing against connector end face. This may cause scratches if large
contamination is present. Always inspect connector end face for contamination after
each cleaning.
Clean adapter
by inserting adapter cleaning stick (or fiber adapter sleeve brush)
moistened with fiber optic cleaning solution (or >91% isopropyl alcohol) inside the
adapter and gently pull out with twisting motion. Repeat process with a dry cleaning
stick.
Caution:
Do not try to clean adapter with a standard pipe cleaner. The sleeve inner
diameter of LC adapters is too small. Do not try to clean the adapter with cleaning stick if
a connector is mounted in one side. Discard cleaning sticks after each use.
Install MPO Connectors into MPO Adapter
1. Before installing, remove the dust cap and refer to the MPO cleaning instructions.
2. Attach an MPO connector end into an MPO adapter by aligning the key on the
connector body with the keyway in the adapter. Apply enough pressure till you hear a
"click" sound, which signifies that the connector is plugged into the adapter.
Male
(with guide pins)
Female
(without guide pins)
3. If a high loss is present, remove the MPO connector, use the MPO cleaning
instructions and reinstall the connector.
4. Whenever disconnecting and reconnecting the MPO connector, refer to the MPO
cleaning instructions before reinstallation.
Warning:
Do not connect male connector ends to each other. Doing so will damage
the connector end face. Do not connect two female ends. If you do connect two
female ends together, the test results will present a high insertion loss.
Cleaning the MPO Connector and MPO Adapter
Clean
exposed connector ferrule
by lightly
moistening lint-free wipe with fiber optic
cleaning solution (or >91% isopropyl alcohol), and by applying medium pressure, first
wipe against wet area and then onto dry area to clean potential residue from end face.
Clean connector ferrule
inside adapter by inserting lightly moistened cleaning stick with
fiber optic cleaning solution (or >91% isopropyl alcohol) inside the adapter until contact is
made with connector on opposite end. Applying medium pressure, wipe the end face in
direction perpendicular to fiber array and all the way around each pin. Repeat process
using dry cleaning stick.
Caution:
Signal strength will be affected if end and sides of ferrule is not thoroughly
cleaned. Discard cleaning sticks after each use. Do not turn cleaning sticks back and
forth pressing against connector end face. This may cause scratches if large
contamination is present. To prevent scratching the end face, always clean the MPO
connectors with a cleaning motion from top to bottom. Never clean the MPO connector
by rubbing across it from side to side.
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No
Clean adapter
by inserting adapter cleaning stick (or fiber adapter sleeve brush)
moistened with fiber optic cleaning solution (or >91% isopropyl alcohol) inside the
adapter and gently wiping inside surface. Repeat process with a dry cleaning stick.
Caution: Do not try to clean the adapter with cleaning stick if a connector is mounted in
one side. Discard cleaning sticks after each use.
How to Contact Us
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For product information
and support
, visit us on the web at
http://www.commscope.com/SupportCenter
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Within the United States, contact your local account representative or technical
support at 1-800-344-0223. Outside the United States, contact your local account
representative or Authorized Business Partner.
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Within the United States, report any missing/damaged parts or any other issues to
CommScope Customer Claims at 1-866-539-2795. Outside the United States,
contact your local account representative or Authorized Business Partner.
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