COMMSCOPE NOVUX Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal Instruction Manual

: June 15, 2024
: CommScope

Table of Contents

NOVUX Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal
Specifications
Product Information
About this manual
Dimensions
- Product Usage Instructions
Mounting the Hardened Terminal
Full Size Connector Installation
HMFOC Connector Installation
- 8 HMFOC connector installation
Prodigy Connector Installation
- 9 Prodigy connector installation
Maintenance
- 10 Maintenance
Contact Information

NOVUX Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal

Specifications

Product Name: NOVUXTM Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal
Model Number: TC-1459-IP Rev. C
Date: June 2022
Manufacturer: Commscope

Product Information

The NOVUXTM Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal is a versatile
product designed for fiber optic network installations. It provides
a secure and reliable connection point for fiber optic cables,
allowing for easy termination and maintenance of the network.

About this manual

This manual contains important information regarding the
installation and usage of the NOVUXTM Fiber Optic System Hardened
Terminal. Please read this manual carefully before proceeding with
the installation.

Dimensions

The exact dimensions of the NOVUXTM Fiber Optic System Hardened
Terminal are not provided in this manual. Please refer to the
manufacturer’s website for the most up-to-date information.

Product Usage Instructions

Mounting the Hardened Terminal

6.1 Flat surface mounting

To mount the Hardened Terminal on a flat surface, follow these
steps:

Select a suitable location for the terminal.
Ensure that the surface is clean and free from any debris.
Attach the terminal securely to the surface using appropriate
mounting hardware.

6.2 Pole mounting

To mount the Hardened Terminal on a pole, follow these
steps:

Select a suitable pole for mounting.
Attach the terminal securely to the pole using appropriate
mounting hardware.
Ensure that the terminal is positioned securely and does not
sway or move.

6.3 Strand mounting

To mount the Hardened Terminal on a strand, follow these
steps:

Select a suitable strand for mounting.
Attach the terminal securely to the strand using appropriate
mounting hardware.
Ensure that the terminal is positioned securely and does not
move along the strand.

Full Size Connector Installation

7.1 Connector components

The Full Size Connector installation requires the following
components:

Full Size Connector
Adapter components

7.2 Connecting the Full Size connector

To connect the Full Size Connector, follow these steps:

Insert the Full Size Connector into the corresponding adapter
component.
Ensure that the connector is fully inserted and secured in
place.

7.3 Disconnecting the Full Size Connector

To disconnect the Full Size Connector, follow these steps:

Gently pull the connector out of the adapter component.
Ensure that there is no strain on the cable while
disconnecting.

7.5 Full Size connector cleaning

To clean the Full Size Connector, follow these steps:

Use a lint-free cloth or cleaning tool to remove any dust or
debris from the connector.
Avoid using any liquids or solvents for cleaning.

HMFOC Connector Installation

8 HMFOC connector installation

To install the HMFOC connector, follow these steps:

Prepare the fiber cable by stripping the protective
coating.
Insert the fiber cable into the HMFOC connector until it is
fully seated.
Secure the connector in place using the provided locking
mechanism.

Prodigy Connector Installation

9 Prodigy connector installation

To install the Prodigy connector, follow these steps:

Prepare the fiber cable by stripping the protective
coating.
Insert the fiber cable into the Prodigy connector until it is
fully seated.
Secure the connector in place using the provided locking
mechanism.

Maintenance

10 Maintenance

Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the optimal
performance of the NOVUXTM Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal.
Follow these guidelines for maintenance:

Regularly inspect the terminal for any signs of damage or
wear.
Clean the connectors periodically to remove any dust or
debris.
Ensure that the cables are properly routed and do not exceed
the specified bend radius.

Contact Information

12 Contact information

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please
contact Commscope at the following:

Website: http://www.commscope.com

FAQ

Q: What tools are required for HT installation?

A: The basic tools, auxiliary equipment, and materials required
for HT installation are not specified in this manual. Please refer
to the manufacturer’s website or the instructions provided with the
enclosure for the specific tools and equipment required.

Q: What are the cable handling recommendations for the HT?

A: The HT cable should be handled and installed according to the
following recommendations:

Observe the minimum bend radius limits when routing the
cable.
Do not exceed the specified pull force limits when installing
the cable.
Refer to the cable type and its corresponding minimum bend
radius and pull force limits provided in the manual.

Q: Are there any warnings or cautions to be aware of?

A: Yes, please refer to section 4 of the manual for warnings and
cautions related to the installation and usage of the NOVUXTM Fiber
Optic System Hardened Terminal.

TC-1459-IP Rev. C, June 2022 http://www.commscope.com

Installation Instructions
NOVUXTM Fiber Optic System Hardened Terminal

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About this manual

This publication provides user information for the installation of the NOVUXTM Full Size and the NOVUXTM ProdigyTM Hardened Terminals (HT) which include the Small, Medium and Large models. The document starts with providing an overview of the tools required to perform the installation. Also warnings and cautions are indicated, which should be observed before starting the product installation. The topics covered include installation and mounting guidelines, and procedures for using and maintaining the hardened connectors and adapters.

Images in this manual are for reference only and are subject to change.

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Dimensions

Contents

1Contes About this manual………………………………………………………………….. 1 2 Dimensions…………………………………………………………………………….. 1 3 Tools………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 4 Warnings and Cautions…………………………………………………………… 3 5 General product information………………………………………………….. 3
5.1 Cable handling recommendations………………………………………………….. 3 5.2 Grounding the armored cable…………………………………………………………..4 5.3 Standard fiber and port configuration…………………………………………….4
6 Mounting the Hardened Terminal…………………………………………… 5
6.1 Flat surface mounting…………………………………………………………………………5 6.2 Pole mounting…………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 6.3 Strand mounting………………………………………………………………………………….6
7 Full Size connector Installation……………………………………………….. 6
7.1 Connector components…………………………………………………………………….. 6 7.2 Adapter components…………………………………………………………………………. 7 7.3 Connecting the Full Size connector………………………………………………… 7

7.4 Disconnecting the Full Size Connector…………………………………………… 8 7.5 Full Size connector cleaning………………………………………………………………8
8 HMFOC connector Installation………………………………………………… 9
8.1 Connector components…………………………………………………………………….. 9 8.2 Adapter components…………………………………………………………………………. 9 8.3 Connecting the HMFOC……………………………………………………………………..9 8.4 Disconnecting the HMFOC………………………………………………………………10 8.5 HMFOC cleaning………………………………………………………………………………. 11
9 Prodigy connector installation……………………………………………….11
9.1 Connector components……………………………………………………………………11 9.2 Adapter components………………………………………………………………………..11 9.3 Connecting the Prodigy connector………………………………………………..12 9.4 Disconnecting the Prodigy connector………………………………………….. 13 9.5 Prodigy connector cleaning…………………………………………………………….13
10 Maintenance………………………………………………………………………. 14 11 Disclaimer……………………………………………………………………………15 12 Contact information…………………………………………………………….15

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Tools

The following basic tools, auxiliary equipment, and materials are required for HT installation:

· Vertical or horizontal roller reel or carousel (if the HT is mounted on a cable spool).

· Cable pulling equipment.

· 216B key tool (used to open optical port dust cap).

· Hardened connector/adapter cleaning kit.

· Utility knife / cable stripping tools.

· Splicing equipment (HT with stub cable).

· Appropriate fasteners to mount the terminal with or without a UMB and tools to install the fasteners.

Note: If using an enclosure such as a hand-hole or pedestal, refer to the instructions provided with the enclosure for any additional tools or equipment required.

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Warnings and Cautions

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· Follow the installation instruction steps to ensure the performance of the closure. It is necessary to take precautions and keep the working space clean to protect the closure sealing materials and splices.
· Exposure to laser radiation can seriously damage the retina of the eye. Do not look into the ends of any optical fiber. Do not assume the laser power is turned off or that the fiber is disconnected at the other end. Looking into the ends of any optical fiber is entirely at your own risk. A protective cap or hood MUST be immediately placed over any radiating adapter or optical fiber connector to avoid the potential of dangerous amounts of radiation exposure. This practice also prevents dirt particles from entering the connector and adapter.
· Fiber optic cables may be damaged if bent or curved to a radius that is less than the recommended minimum bend radius. Always observe the recommended bend radius limit when installing fiber optic cables, subunits and patch cords.

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General product information

5.1

Cable handling recommendations

Most HT’s are equipped with a cable stub. Depending on the length of the cable and the number of ports on the HT, the HT cable may be coiled up and placed in box or it may be wound on a spool.

Observe the following minimum bend radius limits and pull force limits when routing and installing the HT cable:

Symbol A
B C G

Cable
Cable
Standard Flat Dielectric
Standard Flat Toneable / Locatable
Round Armored
Round Dielectric

Minimum Bend Radius

Loaded

Un-Loaded

9.0 cm (3.5 in)

8.1 cm (3.2 in)

9.0 cm (3.5 in)
12.0 cm (7.7in) 2.5 cm (1.0in)

8.1 cm (3.2 in)
8.0 cm (3.1 in) 2.5 cm (1.0 in)

Tensile Load

Long Term

Short Term

400 N (90 lbf)

1334 N (300 lbf)

400 N (90 lbf)
400 N (90 lbf) 1500 N (330 lbf)

1334 N (300 lbf)
1334 N (300 lbf) 1500 N (330 lbf)

CAUTION: Do not pull the HT through conduit by applying pulling force to the attached cable. Internal damage to the HT may result.

5.2

Grounding the armored cable

The round armored cable is provided with a bond wire to the cable shield as an access point to ground the cable shield. All ground connections should meet company guidelines and should conform to local and national electrical codes and regulations.

5.3

Standard fiber and port configuration

Depending on the option ordered, the HT is equipped with 2 to 12 optical ports. The number of each port is indicated on the lanyard. The fibers in the distribution cable are color-coded to correspond to the optical ports. The figure below lists the port number and the color of the associated optical fiber for the various versions of the HT.

PORT 1 2 3 4

FIBER COLOR Blue
Orange Green Brown

PORT 5 6 7 8

FIBER COLOR Slate White Red Black

PORT 9 10 11 12

FIBER COLOR Yellow Violet Rose Aqua

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Mounting the Hardened Terminal

6.1

Flat surface mounting

Note: Wall mounting is not allowed in USA due to lack of UL Listing. Note: Flat surface mounting hardware (screws) not included.

6.2

Pole mounting

6.2.1

Pole mounting with screws

Note: Pole mounting hardware (screws) not included.

6.2.2

Pole mounting with straps

Note: Pole mounting straps not included.
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6.3
6.3.1

Strand mounting
Strand mounting with cable spacers

Note: Cable spacer, locking head and cable straps are not supplied by CommScope.

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Full Size connector Installation

7.1

Connector components

The full size hardened connectors and adapters provide sealed environmental protection. The basic components of the drop cable connector are shown in the figure above. The dust cap threads onto the connector coupling nut. The O-ring on the connector body provides a tight seal when the dust cap is in place. A pulling eye is provided in the end of the dust cap for pulling the drop cable through conduit.
Note: Do not exceed a pulling force of 445 N (100 lbf) and when connected, don’t exceed cable pull of 111 N (25 lbf).
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7.2

Adapter components

The dust cap threads into the adapter housing. An O-ring on the dust cap provides a tight seal when the dust cap is in place.

7.3

Connecting the Full Size connector

7.3.1

Remove dust cap

1 Use a 216B key tool to unscrew the dust cap from the HT optical port. Note: The 216B key tool is not included.

2 Unscrew the dust cap from the cable connector. 3 Pull the dust cap off.
Note: Field personnel must take care when proceeding to remove dust caps on the full size connector and adapter, to prevent contaminant particles entering to the adapters or connector end-face.
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7.3.2

Install the Full Size connector

1 Align the drop cable connector with the optical port. The pointer on the drop cable connector should line up with the notch on the optical port.
2 Insert the drop cable connector into the optical port. If the drop cable connector does not insert all the way to the bottom of the port, rotate the drop cable connector slightly to either side until it slides freely into place.
3 Thread the drop cable connector coupling nut into the optical port and tighten coupling nut until finger tight.

7.3.3

Secure dust caps

1 Thread the optical port dust cap into the drop cable dust cap. 2 Tighten both dust caps until finger tight. 3 This ensures that both dust caps will stay clean when not in use.

7.4

Disconnecting the Full Size Connector

1 Unscrew the optical port dust cap from the drop cable dust cap.

2 Unscrew the drop cable connector coupling nut from the optical port and pull the connector straight out of the adapter.

3 Thread the optical port dust cap into the optical port and tighten using the 216B key tool.

4 Thread the drop cable dust cap onto the drop cable connector coupling nut until finger tight.

7.5

Full Size connector cleaning

The connectors and adapters are cleaned at the factory, however inadvertent contact and/or dust can still occur during transport, storage and installation. CommScope recommends all connector interfaces be cleaned prior to every mating. To clean the connector interface, follow the procedure as described in the installation instruction “cleaning hardened connectors”.

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HMFOC connector Installation

8.1

Connector components

The HMFOC connector at the end of the terminal’s tail is a hardened 12 fiber connector that can be used for many applications. The primary application is to connect indexing terminals in a cascade or to connect an indexing terminal to the Fiber Distribution Hub (FDH) or Closure, to extend the distribution network. The connector on the tail is the nonpinned female type. The connector is protected by a dust cap. The O-ring on the connector body provides a watertight seal when the dust cap is in place. A pulling eye is provided in the end of the dust cap for pulling the drop cable.
Note: Do not exceed a pulling force of 445N (100 lbf) and when connected, don’t exceed cable pull of 111 N (25 lbf). A properly rated breakaway swivel should be used between the pull rope and the pulling cap.

8.2

Adapter components

The connector inside the adapter is the pinned, male type. It is a captured Multi-fiber Push On (MPO) connector.

8.3

Connecting the HMFOC

8.3.1

Remove dust cap

1 Use a 216B key tool to unscrew the dust cap.
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Note: The 216B key tool is not included.

2 Unscrew the coupling nut from the cable connector dust cap. 3 Pull the dust cap off.
Note: Field personnel must take care when proceeding to remove dust caps on the HMFOC connector and adapter, to prevent contaminant particles entering to the adapters or connector end-face.

8.3.2

Install the HMFOC connector

1 Find the alignment keys on the adapter port (square notch in the thread area) and on the connector (groove). Push the connector into the adapter port.
2 Thread the cable connector’s coupling nut onto the thread of the adapter port until it is finger tight.

8.3.3

Secure dust caps

1 Thread the optical port dust cap into the drop cable dust cap. 2 Tighten both dust caps until finger tight. 3 This ensures that both dust caps will stay clean when not in use.

8.4

Disconnecting the HMFOC

1 Unscrew the drop cable connector coupling nut until the thread of the adapter port is completely free.

2 Grasp the connector and pull it straight out of the adapter. The pull-out force to remove the connector should be minimal once the coupling nut is fully disengaged.

3 Uncouple the two dust caps. 4 Thread the optical port dust cap into the optical port until finger tight. 5 Thread the drop cable connector coupling nut into the drop cable dust cap until finger tight.

8.5

HMFOC cleaning

The connectors and adapters are cleaned at the factory, however inadvertent contact and/or dust can still occur during transport, storage and installation. CommScope recommends all connector interfaces be cleaned prior to every mating. To clean the connector interface, follow the procedure as described in the installation instruction “cleaning hardened connectors”.

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Prodigy connector installation

9.1

Connector components

The basic components of the drop cable connector are shown in the figure above. The dust cap threads onto the connector. Prodigy connects easily with a 45-degree twist to lock the connector core in the adapter, and provides a selflocking mechanism with an audible click. A pulling eye is provided in the end of the dust cap for pulling the drop cable through conduit.
Note: Do not exceed a pulling force of 445 N (100 lbf) and when connected, don’t exceed cable pull of 111 N (25lbf).

9.2

Adapter components

The basic components of the adapter are shown in the figure above. The dust cap threads onto the adapter housing.
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9.3
9.3.1

Connecting the Prodigy connector
Remove dust cap

1 Unscrew the dust cap from the adapter housing. 2 Pull the dust cap off.

3 Unscrew the dust cap from the connector. 4 Pull the dust cap off. 5 Pull the “small” dust cap off.

9.3.2

Install the Prodigy connector

“CLICK”

“LOCK”

1 Prodigy connects with a 45-degree twist to lock the connector core in the adapter. 2 The connector provides a self-locking mechanism with an audible “click”. 3 Pull the locking ring up as shown in the figure.

9.3.3

Secure dust caps

1 Thread the drop cable dust cap into the adapter dust cap. 2 Tighten both dust caps until finger tight. 3 This ensures that both dust caps will stay clean when not in use.

9.4

Disconnecting the Prodigy connector

1 Unscrew the drop cable dust cap from the adapter dust cap. 2 Pull the locking ring down to “unlock” the connector. 3 Grasp the connector and pull it out with a “45-degree twist to unlock” out of the adapter. 4 Thread the adapter dust cap into the optical port until finger tight. 5 Thread the drop cable connector into the drop cable dust cap until finger tight.

9.5

Prodigy connector cleaning

The connectors and adapters are cleaned at the factory, however inadvertent contact and/or dust can still occur during transport, storage and installation. CommScope recommends all connector interfaces be cleaned prior to every mating. To clean the connector interface, follow the procedure as described in the installation instruction “cleaning hardened connectors”. To clean the connector interface, follow the procedure as described in the installation instruction “cleaning hardened connectors”.

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Maintenance

Follow specific cleaning instructions outlined for each specific connection type using the below Inspect/Clean Cycle.

Always inspect and clean both connectors to be mated

Inspect

YES
End face clean?

Connect

NO

Dry clean
YES

Inspect

3X NO
End face clean?

Damaged –
Replace

NO
ONLY REPEAT CYCLE 3X
Wet/Dry clean

CommScope® is not responsible for damage caused by cleaning.
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Disclaimer

All trademarks identified by ® are registered trademarks in the US and may be registered in other countries. All third party product names, trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

This product may be covered by one or more U.S. patents or their foreign equivalents. For patents, see www.cs-pat.com.

This document is not intended to modify or supplement any specifications or warranties relating to CommScope products or services.

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Contact information

Visit our website or contact your local CommScope representative for more information. www.commscope.com

For technical assistance, customer service, or to report any missing/damaged parts, visit us at:

http://www.commscope.com/SupportCenter