LIGHTSPEED Technologies K30 FTTX Kit for Active Electronics Instruction Manual
- August 31, 2024
- LIGHTSPEED Technologies
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K30 FTTX Kit for Active Electronics
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Specifications
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Product: FTTX-K30 Hybrid FTTx + Networking
Kit -
Version: 1.0.0
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Package Contents: Passive (non-powered)
enclosure, Active (powered) enclosure -
Indoor Enclosure Connector: SC/APC, LC/UPC
(standard LC) for Cable 3 to Cable 10 -
Outdoor Enclosure Connector: SC/APC, LC/UPC
(standard LC) for Cable 3 to Cable 10 -
Typical Use: Broadband, Networking & AV
applications
Product Usage Instructions
Installation Guide
This system requires installation by a trained professional.
Review the entire guide before installation and follow all
directions.
Features
- Passive (non-powered) enclosure
- Active (powered) enclosure
Best Practices & Requirements
Electrical & Environmental:
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Grounding: Grounding must be installed as part
of the installation to avoid electric shock. The non-metallic
construction of the enclosure does not provide grounding between
the conduit connections. -
Powerlines: Avoid installing the product near
powerlines to prevent electrocution. If the enclosure contacts a
power line, immediately release it, stay away, and contact the
utility company. -
Roof Installation: If installing the active
enclosure on a roof, do not assume isolation from ground. Use a
ladder made of non-conductive material if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can this product be installed by a non-professional?
A: No, this product is designed to be installed by a trained
professional for safety reasons.
Q: What type of connectors are included in the kit?
A: The kit includes SC/APC and LC/UPC (standard LC) connectors
for both indoor and outdoor enclosures.
Q: What are the typical uses of this kit?
A: The kit is ideal for broadband, networking, and audio-visual
applications in residential and commercial installations.
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FTTx Kit for Active Electronics
THIS SYSTEM FEATURES OPTIONAL HIGH-VOLTAGE POWER AND IS DESIGNED TO BE
INSTALLED BY A TRAINED PROFESSIONAL. FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE REVIEW THIS
ENTIRE GUIDE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
AND FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS.
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Installation & Specification Guide
FTTX-K30
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Introduction
The FTTX-K30 kit from LightSpeed Technologies® is an affordable, easy-to-
install package that streamlines fiber-to-the-home and business. The kit
includes two enclosures one passive (nonpowered) and one active (powered)
designed to simultaneously route and manage broadband, network, and/or audio-
visual fiber connections from an outdoor location to an indoor demarcation
point or, alternatively, between two outdoor locations. For added versatility,
the FTTX-K30 active enclosure features power outlets for installed devices,
environmental temperature control, and an oversized mounting panel. The
FTTX-K30 kit is an ideal solution for securing, connecting, and managing
fiber-based electronics.
Unlike other demarcation wiring systems that are specific to broadband, networking or audio/video, the FTTX-K30 kit includes innovative hybrid panels that manage single-mode SC/APC connections (typically broadband), single-mode LC connections (typically long-range networking and AV), and multimode LC connections (typically short-range networking and AV) in a single enclosure. For added versatility, the FTTX-K30 hybrid panel system is also swappable and conforms to LGX standards, allowing integrators to quickly and easily customize fiber optic connections using off-the-shelf components.
Installing the FTTX-K30 system is easy: simply mount the passive enclosure, mount and connect power to the active enclosure, run and connect a compatible fiber optic cable between the two enclosures, and plug in the broadband, networking, and/or audio-visual equipment. If needed, LightSpeed Technologies® offers a variety of factory-terminated fiber optic cables built in various lengths and configurations. A fully populated FTTX-K30 enclosure requires ten strands of fiber in the following cable configuration:
Connection Cable 1 Cable 2 Cable 3 Cable 4 Cable 5 Cable 6 Cable 7 Cable 8 Cable 9 Cable 10
Cable Type Single Mode Single Mode Single Mode Single Mode Single Mode Single Mode Multimode Multimode Multimode Multimode
Indoor Enclosure Connector SC/APC SC/APC LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC)
Outdoor Enclosure Connector SC/APC SC/APC LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC) LC/UPC (standard LC)
Typical Use Broadband Broadband Networking & AV Networking & AV Networking & AV Networking & AV Networking & AV Networking & AV Networking & AV Networking & AV
- LightSpeed Technologies® recommends adding at least 10 feet of extra cable length to all interconnect cables.
To future-proof installations, both the active and passive FTTX-K30 enclosures feature built-in cable management, cable coiling, and multiple entry and exit points to accommodate extra fiber optic cable for service loops, repairs, and retrofits.
The FTTX-K30 kit is ideal for residential and commercial installations where affordable, quick, consistent, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing fiber optic connections are required.
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Features
· FTTx demarcation wiring package including two enclosures (one active and one
passive) with hybrid LGX panels
· Ideal for routing broadband, networking and/or audio-visual fiber-based
signals between indoor and outdoor locations or between two outdoor locations
· Included enclosures feature two simplex single mode SC/APC, two duplex
single mode LC and two duplex multimode LC connections
· Hybrid LGX panels are swappable and follow industry standards, allowing for
quick customizations in the field
· Passive (non-powered) enclosure features: o Outdoor rating for exposure to
water and UV o Built-in cable management o Multiple entry / exit points
supporting conduit connections up to 1 inch in diameter o Copper electrical
ground lug o Secure door latching with 3/8-inch hex bolt
· Active (powered) enclosure features: o Enhanced NEMA Type 3R outdoor rating
for exposure to water and UV o 10.9 x 12.8-inch internal aluminum mounting
plate for cable management and securing electronics o Four factory-installed
120VAC outlets with removable 120VAC terminal block o Two 4-inch vents with
rain shields and screens o Built-in thermostat-controlled cooling fan o
Multiple entry / exit points with cable glands o Copper electrical ground lug
o Two stainless steel hinges with quick-release latches and padlock hasps
Passive (non-powered) enclosure
Active (powered) enclosure
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Package Contents
· 1 x factory-loaded outdoor enclosure o 1 x hybrid LGX panel § 2 x simplex
single mode SC/APC § 2 x duplex single mode LC § 2 x duplex multimode LC o 1 x
copper ground lug
· 1 x factory-loaded indoor enclosure o 1 x hybrid LGX panel § 2 x simplex
single mode SC/APC § 2 x duplex single mode LC § 2 x duplex multimode LC o 1 x
copper ground lug
FTTX-K30
Hybrid FTTx + Networking Kit
Version 1.0.0
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Installation Best Practices & Requirements
THIS SYSTEM FEATURES OPTIONAL HIGH-VOLTAGE POWER AND IS DESIGNED TO BE
INSTALLED BY A TRAINED PROFESSIONAL. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW
ALL INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS.
Electrical & Environmental
· If power is required, mount the active enclosure in a location near a power
source and connect all power and grounding in accordance with National
Electrical Codes (NEC) and any local building codes.
WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, GROUNDING MUST BE INSTALLED AS PART OF THE
INSTALLATION. NOTE THAT THE NON-METALLIC CONSTRUCTION OF THE ENCLOSURE DOES
NOT PROVIDE GROUNDING BETWEEN THE CONDUIT CONNECTIONS.
WARNING: INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT NEAR POWERLINES IS DANGEROUS. UNDER SOME
CONDITIONS, THIS ENCLOSURE MAY NOT PREVENT ELECTROCUTION. USERS SHOULD KEEP
THE ENCLOSURE AWAY FROM OVERHEAD WIRES. IF THE ENCLOSURE CONTACTS A POWER
LINE, ANY INITIAL PROTECTION COULD FAIL AT ANY TIME. WHEN CONTACTING AN
OVERHEAD POWERLINE, IMMEDIATELY RELEASE THE ENCLOSURE, STAY AWAY, AND CONTACT
THE UTILITY COMPANY.
WARNING: IF INSTALLING THE ACTIVE ENCLOSURE ON A ROOF, DO NOT ASSUME YOU ARE
ISOLATED FROM GROUND. IF THE INSTALLATION REQUIRES USE OF A LADDER, UTILIZE A
LADDER CONSTRUCTED OF NON-CONDUCTIVE (NON-METALLIC) MATERIAL.
WARNING: THE ACTIVE ENCLOSURE MUST BE SECURED WHEN ENERGIZED TO PREVENT
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS AND SHOCK HAZARD. Enclosures improperly installed or
installed to an inadequate structure are susceptible to wind damage that can
be extremely serious or life threatening. Ensure the enclosure is properly
secured and structurally sound to support all loads, including the weight of
the contents and the weight of environmental accumulation, including snow and
ice.
· When installing or troubleshooting power connections, NEVER WORK ALONE.
Always have someone near who can summon help. Additionally, check weather
conditions to ensure precipitation is not predicted during the installation
and ensure the installation area is not slippery or hazardous.
· When integrating a fiber optic cable with a conductive ground member (such
as a toneable drop cable or direct burial service cable), terminate the cable
ground member to the outdoor enclosure ground lug following local building
codes and requirements.
· Mount the passive enclosure in a location where the temperature will not
exceed a -40°F minimum temperature or a 176°F maximum temperature.
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· If power is connected to the active enclosure, the built-in cooling fan will
automatically turn-on when temperatures exceed 100°F and automatically turn-
off when temperatures drop below 79°F. POWER MUST BE CONNECTED FOR THE COOLING
FAN TO OPERATE. LightSpeed Technologies® is not responsible for and does not
warrant any devices, electronics or active or passive components installed
within the enclosure.
· The active enclosure includes mounting brackets designed to secure the
enclosure to a flat surface. If mounting the active enclosure to a pole or
other non-flat surface, please contact LightSpeed Technologies® for optional
pole and flange mounting hardware.
Active Enclosure Mounting Brackets (included in FTTX-K30 kit)
Active Enclosure Pole Mount Kit (sold separately)
Active Enclosure Flange Mount Kit (sold separately)
Fiber Optic
· Ensure any fiber optic interconnect cable conforms to environmental
standards. For example, a cable that will be exposed water and/or UV should
have an outdoor rating, whereas a cable that will be buried directly in soil
should have a direct burial rating.
· Ensure the minimum bend radius of the fiber optic cable does not exceed
manufacturer’s specifications.
· When pulling and fishing the fiber optic cable, do not exceed the
manufacturer’s pull-strength rating (typically 50lbs or less).
· Additionally, do not pull the fiber optic cable by the connector assembly
always pull the cable using a pull eye affixed to the cable jacket.
· When integrating a fiber optic cable with a conductive ground member (such
as a toneable drop cable or direct burial service cable), terminate the cable
ground member to the outdoor enclosure ground lug following local building
codes and requirements.
· Keep factory dust caps installed on all connectors, couplers, adapters and
other fiber optic ports until making the final connection. Fiber-based systems
rely on optical light waves and optical lenses, and dirty connections will
significantly affect signal performance.
· If the optical lenses on connectors or ports become dirty or contaminated,
or if the installed system signal performance is weak, clean the connector and
port optical lenses using fiber alcohol wipes and/or pen-style fiber optic
cleaners.
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· Optical equipment uses high-power non-visible light and can damage your
vision and/or noncompatible optical instruments. Never look directly into an
optical port or into an optical connector.
NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT LASER LIGHTS, PORTS
OR CONNECTORS
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Typical Application Diagram
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Service Provider Cable Feed (contractor provided) Incoming service feed.
Remote Fiber Optic Network and/or AV Feed (contractor provided) Outgoing fiber
optic network and/or audio-visual feeds.
Remote Twisted Pair Network and/or AV Feed (contractor provided) Outgoing
twisted pair network and/or audio-visual feeds. Requires integration with a
network switch and/or media converter (sold separately).
Active Enclosure Weather-rated enclosure connects and protects the incoming
service feed and outgoing network and AV feeds while providing power and
mounting for devices, cable management and multiple secure cable entry / exit
points.
Hybrid LGX Panel Hybrid LGX panel with connectivity for two simplex single
mode SC/APC, two duplex single mode LC and two duplex multimode LC
connections.
Trunk Cable (contractor provided) Fiber optic trunk cable connecting the
active enclosure to the passive enclosure.
Passive Enclosure Passive enclosure connects and protects the incoming service
feed and outgoing network and AV feeds while providing cable management and
multiple secure cable entry / exit points.
Hybrid LGX Panel Hybrid LGX panel with connectivity for two simplex single
mode SC/APC, two duplex single mode LC and two duplex multimode LC
connections.
ONT Cable Feed (contractor provided) Connection to the optical network
terminal (modem).
Network/or and AV Cable Feed (contractor provided) Connection to the network
switch, media converters, HDMI over fiber optic extenders and/or other signal
distribution electronics.
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Kit Information
Part Number
Contents
FTTX-K30 Hybrid FTTx + Networking Kit
Version 1.0.0
FTTX-K30 1 x factory-loaded passive (non-powered) enclosure
· 1 x hybrid LGX panel o 2 x simplex single mode SC/APC o 2 x duplex single
mode LC o 2 x duplex multimode LC
· 1 x copper ground lug 1 x factory-loaded active (powered) enclosure
· 1 x hybrid LGX panel o 2 x simplex single mode SC/APC o 2 x duplex single
mode LC o 2 x duplex multimode LC
· 3 x cable glands · 2 x removable air filters · 4 x stainless steel mounting
feet · 1 x 120VAC power terminal block · 1 x copper ground lug
Active Enclosure with Hybrid LGX Panel
Outer Dimensions Inner Dimensions Mounting Plate Dimensions Enclosure Material Mounting Plate Material Color Unloaded Weight Input / Output Cable Support Voltage Max Load Internal Electrical Connections Electrical Terminal Block Wire Range Electrical Terminal Block Strip Length Environmental Control Cooling Fan Turn-On Temperature Cooling Fan Turn-Off Temperature Enclosure Environmental Rating Enclosure Flame Rating
15.7 x 13.8 x 8.0in (401 x 352 x 205mm) 13.0 x 11.0 x 2.7in (330 x 279 x 69mm) 10.9 x 12.8in (276 x 324mm) Fiberglass reinforced polyester 0.1in (2.5mm) thick aluminum Light gray 12.0lbs (5.4kg) 3 x cable glands 120VAC 15A @ 120VAC 4 x factory-wired power outlets and a terminal strip 12 18 AWG 0.2 0.3in (6 7mm) 1 x factory-installed cooling fan 100°F (38°C) 79°F (26°C) NEMA Type 3R, 3RX / IP24 UL94-5V
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Security Panel Insert Format
Panel Insert Connections
Panel Insert Total Fiber Capacity Panel Material Panel Insertion Loss Panel
Durability
2 x stainless steel hinges with quick release latches and padlock hasps LGX standard 2 x simplex single mode SC/APC 2 x duplex single mode LC/UPC 2 x duplex multimode LC/UPC 10 strands (6 x single mode and 4 x multimode) 16-gauge steel with black powder coating 0.03 0.01dB > 500 mating cycles
*Custom enclosure environmental and mounting options available. Please contact the factory for additional information.
Hybrid Panel Insert
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