Cisco Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap Operating instructions

4013399Rev C
Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap
Installation and Operation Guide

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chassis terminal (normally used for equipotential bonding).
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Contents
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Chapter 1 Introducing the Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap System with
PDU 1
Description of the Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap System ..................................................... 3
Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap System Diagrams....................................................... 3
Features of the Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap............................................................ 4
2/4-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap Standard Housing .................................................. 5
2/4/8-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap Full Profile Housing .......................................... 6
2/4-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap Standard Faceplate................................................. 7
2/4/8-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Tap Full Profile Faceplate......................................... 8
2/4-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Standard Tap with Coax PDU...................................... 9
2/4-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Standard Tap with Twisted Pair PDU ...................... 10
2/4/8-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Full Profile Tap with Coax PDU............................ 11
2/4/8-way Surge-Gap Multimedia Full Profile Tap with Twisted Pair PDU .............. 12
Power Distribution Unit ....................................................................................................... 13
Types of PDUs........................................................................................................... 13
Features of the PDU.................................................................................................. 13
2/4-way Coax PDU .................................................................................................. 14
2/4-way Twisted Pair PDU ..................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2 Installing the Tap 15
Tools and Torque Specifications .......................................................................................... 16
Tools Required .......................................................................................................... 16
Torque Specifications ............................................................................................... 16
Torque Sequence....................................................................................................... 17
Preparing for Installation...................................................................................................... 18
To Prepare the Connectors ...................................................................................... 18
Removing the Faceplate........................................................................................................ 20
To Remove the Faceplate ......................................................................................... 20
To Remove a Faceplate with Feeder Cables Connected (Hot Install) ............... 21
Installing the Tap Housing on a Strand.............................................................................. 23
To Install the Tap Housing on a Strand................................................................. 23
Installing the Tap Housing in a Pedestal............................................................................ 25
To Install the Tap Housing in a Pedestal............................................................... 25
Mounting the Faceplate ........................................................................................................ 27
To Mount the Faceplate ........................................................................................... 27
Installing the PDU ................................................................................................................. 30
Strand Mounting Configuration ............................................................................. 30

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Pedestal Mounting Configuration.......................................................................... 31
Installing the Coax PDU ....................................................................................................... 32
To Install the Coax PDU on a Strand-Mounted Surge-Gap Multimedia
Tap ........................................................................................................................... 33
To Install the Coax PDU on a Pedestal-Mounted Surge-Gap
Multimedia Tap ..................................................................................................... 34
To Attach the Faceplate to the Housing ................................................................ 35
Installing the Twisted Pair PDU .......................................................................................... 37
To Install the Twisted Pair PDU on a Strand-Mounted Surge-Gap
Multimedia Tap ..................................................................................................... 38
To Install the Twisted Pair PDU on a Pedestal-Mounted Surge-Gap
Multimedia Tap ..................................................................................................... 39
To Attach the Faceplate to the Housing ................................................................ 41
To Attach the Twisted Pair Cable........................................................................... 42
Chapter 3 Customer Support Information 47
Appendix A Technical Information 49
Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 50
Dimensions ................................................................................................................ 50
Surge-Gap Multimedia Taps Electrical.................................................................. 50
PDU Electrical ........................................................................................................... 51
Mechanical ................................................................................................................. 51
Part Numbers ......................................................................................................................... 52
Surge-Gap Multimedia Taps................................................................................... 52
PDUs........................................................................................................................... 55
Index 57

Important Safety Instructions
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Important Safety Instructions
Read and Retain Instructions
Carefully read all safety and operating instructions before operating this equipment,
and retain them for future reference.
Follow Instructions and Heed Warnings
Follow all operating and use instructions. Pay attention to all warnings and cautions
in the operating instructions, as well as those that are affixed to this equipment.
Terminology
The terms defined below are used in this document. The definitions given are based
on those found in safety standards.
Service Personnel - The term service personnel applies to trained and qualified
individuals who are allowed to install, replace, or service electrical equipment. The
service personnel are expected to use their experience and technical skills to avoid
possible injury to themselves and others due to hazards that exist in service and
restricted access areas.
User and Operator - The terms user and operator apply to persons other than service
personnel.
Ground(ing) and Earth(ing) - The terms ground(ing) and earth(ing) are synonymous.
This document uses ground(ing) for clarity, but it can be interpreted as having the
same meaning as earth(ing).
Electric Shock Hazard
This equipment meets applicable safety standards.
WARNING:
To reduce risk of electric shock, perform only the instructions that are
included in the operating instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel only.
Electric shock can cause personal injury or even death. Avoid direct contact with
dangerous voltages at all times.
Know the following safety warnings and guidelines:
Only qualified service personnel are allowed to perform equipment installation
or replacement.

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Only qualified service personnel are allowed to remove chassis covers and access
any of the components inside the chassis.
Equipment Placement
WARNING:
Avoid personal injury and damage to this equipment. An unstable mounting
surface may cause this equipment to fall.
To protect against equipment damage or injury to personnel, comply with the
following:
Install this equipment in a restricted access location (access restricted to service
personnel).
Make sure the mounting surface or rack is stable and can support the size and
weight of this equipment.
Strand (Aerial) Installation
CAUTION:
Be aware of the size and weight of strand-mounted equipment during the
installation operation.
Ensure that the strand can safely support the equipment’s weight.
Pedestal, Service Closet, Equipment Room or Underground Vault Installation
WARNING:
Avoid the possibility of personal injury. Ensure proper handling/lifting
techniques are employed when working in confined spaces with heavy
equipment.
Ensure this equipment is securely fastened to the mounting surface or rack
where necessary to protect against damage due to any disturbance and
subsequent fall.
Ensure the mounting surface or rack is appropriately anchored according to
manufacturer‟s specifications.
Ensure the installation site meets the ventilation requirements given in the
equipment‟s data sheet to avoid the possibility of equipment overheating.
Ensure the installation site and operating environment is compatible with the
equipment‟s International Protection (IP) rating specified in the equipment‟s data
sheet.

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Connecting to Utility AC Power
Important: If this equipment is a Class I equipment, it must be grounded.
If this equipment plugs into an outlet, the outlet must be near this equipment,
and must be easily accessible.
Connect this equipment only to the power sources that are identified on the
equipment-rating label, which is normally located close to the power inlet
connector(s).
This equipment may have two power sources. Be sure to disconnect all power
sources before working on this equipment.
If this equipment does not have a main power switch, the power cord connector
serves as the disconnect device.
Always pull on the plug or the connector to disconnect a cable. Never pull on the
cable itself.
Connection to Network Power Sources
Refer to this equipment‟s specific installation instructions in this manual or in
companion manuals in this series for connection to network ferro-resonant AC
power sources.
AC Power Shunts
AC power shunts may be provided with this equipment.
Important: The power shunts (where provided) must be removed before installing
modules into a powered housing. With the shunts removed, power surge to the
components and RF-connectors is reduced.
CAUTION:
RF connectors and housing seizure assemblies can be damaged if shunts are
not removed from the equipment before installing or removing modules from
the housing.
Grounding (Utility AC Powered Equipment in Pedestals, Service Closets, etc.)
This section provides instructions for verifying that the equipment is properly
grounded.
Safety Plugs (USA Only)
This equipment is equipped with either a 3-terminal (grounding-type) safety plug or
a 2-terminal (polarized) safety plug. The wide blade or the third terminal is provided
for safety. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type or polarized
safety plug.

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To properly ground this equipment, follow these safety guidelines:
Grounding-Type Plug - For a 3-terminal plug (one terminal on this plug is a
protective grounding pin), insert the plug into a grounded mains, 3-terminal
outlet.
Note: This plug fits only one way. If this plug cannot be fully inserted into the
outlet, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete 3-terminal outlet.
Polarized Plug - For a 2-terminal plug (a polarized plug with one wide blade
and one narrow blade), insert the plug into a polarized mains, 2-terminal outlet
in which one socket is wider than the other.
Note: If this plug cannot be fully inserted into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete 2-terminal
outlet.
Grounding Terminal
If this equipment is equipped with an external grounding terminal, attach one end of
an 18-gauge wire (or larger) to the grounding terminal; then, attach the other end of
the wire to a ground, such as a grounded equipment rack.
Safety Plugs (European Union)
Class I Mains Powered Equipment –Provided with a 3-terminal AC inlet and
requires connection to a 3-terminal mains supply outlet via a 3-terminal power
cord for proper connection to the protective ground.
Note: The equipotential bonding terminal provided on some equipment is not
designed to function as a protective ground connection.
Class II Mains Powered Equipment –Provided with a 2-terminal AC inlet that
may be connected by a 2-terminal power cord to the mains supply outlet. No
connection to the protective ground is required as this class of equipment is
provided with double or reinforced and/or supplementary insulation in
addition to the basic insulation provided in Class I equipment.
Note: Class II equipment, which is subject to EN 50083-1, is provided with a
chassis mounted equipotential bonding terminal. See the section titled
Equipotential Bonding for connection instructions.
Equipotential Bonding
If this equipment is equipped with an external chassis terminal marked with the IEC
60417-5020 chassis icon ( ), the installer should refer to CENELEC standard EN
50083-1 or IEC standard IEC 60728-11 for correct equipotential bonding connection
instructions.