UBIQUITI UF-LOCO Fiber Gigabit Passive Optical Network Unit User Guide
- October 30, 2023
- UBIQUITI
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UBIQUITI UF-LOCO Fiber Gigabit Passive Optical Network Unit
Product Information
The UF-LOCO is a GPON network device that supports 2.488 Gbps downstream and
1.244 Gbps upstream WAN connections. It includes a reset button, a GPON SC/APC
port, a power port, an RJ45 Ethernet LAN port, LED signal indicators, and a
Micro-USB power adapter (included only in the single package). The device can
be wall-mounted using the wall-mount bracket and screws provided in the
package.
Package Content
- UFiber loco
- Wall mount bracket
- Screws (qty: 4)
- Screw plugs (qty: 4)
- Power adapter Micro-USB* (5 V, 1 A) (included only in the single package of the UF-LOCO)
System Requirements
The UF-LOCO requires Linux, Mac OS X, or Microsoft Windows 7/8/10 operating
systems. The web browser required for the device is Google Chrome (other
browsers may have limited functionality).
Before Starting:
Designing and deploying a GPON network requires specific planning and knowledge. For more information on designing and installing a GPON network, Network. To configure UFiber devices for the first time to allow the Optical Network Unit (ONU) LAN ports to provide connectivity.
Product Usage Instructions
Hardware Installation
The UF-LOCO can be wall-mounted using the wall-mount bracket and screws provided in the package. Follow the steps below:
- Attach the wall mount bracket to the UF-LOCO using the screws provided.
- Use the screw plugs to fix the bracket to the wall.
- Slide the UF-LOCO onto the bracket until it clicks into place.
- Connect the fiber patch cables to the GPON SC/APC port and LAN Ethernet port.
Fiber Connection
When connecting the fiber patch cables, follow the below instructions:
- Never look directly into the ends of the fiber or modules. The light they emit can cause eye damage.
- Until ready to use, keep fiber patch cables and modules covered with the included protective caps to ensure connections remain clean.
- DO NOT connect the device directly to a UFiber GPON module (UF-GP-B+ or UF-GP-C+). Doing so will damage the optics of the device. Make sure that the signal level received by the device never exceeds -8 dBm. Use a UFiber PLC splitter to add attenuation as needed.
LAN and Power Connection:
The RJ45 Ethernet LAN port supports 10/100/1000 Mbps connections and 24V passive PoE to power the device. Follow the below instructions to connect:
- Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the UF-LOCO and another end to a port switch that meets the power specifications listed in the quick start guide.
- Connect the Micro-USB power adapter to the power port of the device and plug it into a power outlet.
LED Signal Indicators
The LED signal indicators on the UF-LOCO provide information about the device’s connectivity status. The indicators are as follows:
- Start: The LED is disabled.
- Signal strength: too low < -28 dBm
- No signal: The LED is disabled.
- No ethernet connection: The LED is disabled.
- With Ethernet connection: The LED is white.
- No authority: The device has not been authorized or cannot communicate with the OLT. Check passwords and OLT settings.
- Power LEDs: The LED is white when switched on and off when disabled.
Note : The airCube provides Wi-Fi connectivity with a PoE gateway, making it the ideal complement to the UF-LOCO in CPE installations.
Package content
Included only in the single package of the UF-LOCO.
System Requirements
- Linux, Mac OS X o Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
- Web browser: Google Chrome (other browsers may have limited functionality)
Before starting
Designing your first deployment of a GPON network requires specific planning and knowledge. For more information on designing and installing a GPON network, including important considerations and best practices, see:
To learn more about how to configure UFiber devices for the first time to allow the Optical Network Unit (ONU) LAN ports to provide connectivity, see: ubnt.link/UFiber-Initial-Configuration
hardware description
Micro-USB power adapter UF-LOCO connects quickly to this Start port Guide to The supply power.
hardware installation wall mount
fiber connection
WARNING: Never look directly into the ends of the fiber or modules. The
light they emit can cause eye damage.
WARNING: Until ready to use, keep fiber patch cables and modules covered
with the included protective caps to ensure connections remain clean.
WARNING: DO NOT connect the device directly to a UFiber GPON module (UF-
GP-B+ or UF-GP-C+). Doing so will damage the optics of the device. Make sure
that the signal level received by the device never exceeds -8 dBm. Use a
UFiber PLC splitter to add attenuation as needed.
LAN connection
Power connection
Note : The airCube provides Wi-Fi connectivity with a PoE gateway, making it the ideal complement to the UF-LOCO in CPE installations.
WARNING: The port switch must meet the power specifications listed in this quick start guide
Access to the configuration interface
- Make sure your computer (or other host system) is connected to the device.
- Configure the Ethernet adapter on your host system with a static IP address of 192.168.1.x subnet.
- Launch the web browser. Typ address field. Press Enter (PC) or Return (Mac).
- Enter ubnt in the Username and Password fields. Click Login.
Customize the settings as needed. For more information, see UFiber’s resources, which are available at: http://ubnt.link/UFiber-Support
OLT Compatibility Profiles
The device is compatible with most major OLT (Optical Line Terminal) brands and offers four compatibility profiles. By default, the device is set to Profile 1 – UFiber OLT from Ubiquiti. For other brands, manually select Profile 2, 3 or 4.
- Log in to the UFiber configuration interface.
- Go to Settings.
- On the Network screen, click the System tab.
- Select the appropriate profile from the OLT Profile dropdown menu:
- Profile 1 (Profile 1) OLT UFiber from Ubiquiti
- Profile 2 (Profile 2) Other brands Profile 3 (Profile 3)
- Other brands Profile 4 (Profile 4) Other brands
Note : For more information, visit: https://ubnt.link/Supported-3rd Party-OLTs The device will automatically reboot with the new profile.
specs
safety instructions
- Read, follow, and save these instructions.
- Pay attention to all warnings.
- Only use the devices or accessories indicated by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not use this product in a location where it may be submerged
in water.
WARNING: Avoid using this product during a lightning storm. There is a
remote possibility of an electrical discharge caused by lightning.
WARNING: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT: Do not look at the ends of the fiber
optic cable or SFP modules when the converters are powered on.
electrical safety information
- It is mandatory to comply with the current, frequency, and voltage requirements indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connection to a power source other than those specified may result in malfunction, equipment damage, or fire hazard if limitations are not followed.
- This equipment contains no operator-serviceable parts. Only a qualified service technician should provide services.
limited warranty
ui.com/support/warranty
The limited warranty requires arbitration to resolve disputes on a case-by-
case basis and, where appropriate, specify arbitration instead of jury trials
or class actions.
FCC Compliance
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to protect the equipment, to the extent possible, from harmful interference when it is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Australia and New Zealand
Warning: This equipment complies with Class A of CISPR 32. In a
residential environment, it may cause radio interference.
CE marked
The CE marking of this product indicates that the product complies with all
applicable directives.
- WEEE Compliance Statement
- Declaration of conformity
- online resources