ONT180C Installation and Turnup Guide
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To use an AC adapter, an AC outlet must be within about eight feet of the intended
installation location.
To use remote power, a DC cable from the ONT to the remote bulk DC power supply is
required. The DC cable is typically routed alongside the fiber cable back to the place
where the optical splitter or Optical Line Terminal (OLT) and bulk DC power supply are
located.
Composite cables are also available that have both the optical fiber and the DC power
wiring inside a single jacket. Because a composite cable contains an optical fiber that is
typically neither lengthened nor shortened in the field, they are generally available in a
number of standard lengths with optical connectors preinstalled.
A composite cable that is somewhat longer than the actual shortest route distance from
the ONT180C to the optical splitter should be obtained. Excess cable length can be
loosely coiled in a location that will keep it safe from damage.
Wall Mounting Bracket
An optional Wall Mounting Bracket, available from Tellabs, is recommended when
mounting the ONT180C on a wall (or any other surface).
Using the bracket makes mounting the ONT faster and easier. The ONT180C snaps
onto the bracket. This enables removal and reinstallation of the ONT during
maintenance and upgrades. Additionally it supports a space for mounting fiber slack.
The bracket is shipped with a paper template to help with drilling mounting holes in the
proper locations.
Alternatively, Tellabs also has an optional interface bracket that allows users with
existing ONT implementations to mount the bracket to existing fiber management
brackets.
Tools and Supplies
