CommScope PPL-1U User manual

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Rev A, March 2022
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User
Manual
Propel Panel
Electronic Only Document (EOD)
© 2022 CommScope, Inc.
Propel Panel (2RU Shown)
1 INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Propel Panel Configurations Covered by This User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Available Connection Components and Recommended Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Important Safety Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.5 Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 General Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Main Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3 Specifications and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
2.5 QR Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.1 Product QR code on Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.2 Component QR Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 OVERVIEW OF INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5 INSTALLING THE PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.1 Determining Rack Size and Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.2 Installing Kits for Alternative Rack Sizes (Not 19-Inch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.2.1 23-Inch Rack (584mm) Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 16
5.2.2 ETSI Rack Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.3 Panel Recess Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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5.3.1 Mounting Bracket Position on Panel as Shipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3.2 Mounting Bracket in 3.5-Inch Offset Position (Front of Rack Mounting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3.3 Mounting Bracket in 6-Inch Offset Position (Front of Rack Mounting). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3.4 Mounting Bracket in 9-Inch Offset Position (Rear of Rack Mounting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.4 Mounting the Panel on the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.5 Installing Connection Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.6 Installing Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.7 Installing Patch Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6 OPERATIONAL DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1 Front Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1.1 Opening the Front Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1.2 Closing the Front Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.2 Rear Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.2.1 Removing the Rear Cover on the 1RU and 2RU panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.2.2 Re-installing the Rear Cover on the 1RU and 2RU Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.2.3 Opening the Rear Cover on the 4RU Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.2.4 Closing the Rear Cover on the 4RU panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.3 Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.3.1 Sliding Out a Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.3.2 Removing a Blade from the Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.3.3 Installing a Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4 Connection Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4.1 Placement of Connection Components on a Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4.2 Installing a Connection Component. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.4.3 Removing a Connection Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.5 Cables and Rear Cable Management Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.5.1 Installing a Rear Cable Management Clip on a Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.5.2 Installing a Cable and Clip Assembly onto the Cable Management Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.5.3 Routing and Securing Cables on the Cable Management Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.6 Patch Cords and Patch Cord Managers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.6.1 Installing a Patch Cord Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.6.2 Removing a Patch Cord Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
6.6.3 Installing Patch Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7 CONTACT INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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1INTRODUCTION
The CommScope Propel Panel is a modular fiber connection platform that allows MPO modules,
splice cassettes, and adapter packs of different sizes to be installed in any position in the panel
where space is available. This user manual describes the Propel Panel and tells how to unpack the
panel, mount it on a rack, and install connection components including MPO modules, splice
cassettes, and adapter packs. In addition, this manual tells how to route and secure cables and
patch cords, and how to obtain technical assistance if needed.
1.1 Propel Panel Configurations Covered by This User Manual
Table 1 lists the Propel panel configurations covered in this user manual.
1.2 Available Connection Components and Recommended Cables
For a listing of the available Propel connection components, including MPO modules and adapter
packs, see Table 2. Splice cassettes are not available at this time.
Table 1.
Material ID (MID) Catalog # Density
760252002 PPL-1U 72 duplex LC, 72 MPO, 288 SN
760252003 PPL-2U 144 duplex LC, 144 MPO, 576 SN
760252004 PPL-4U 288 duplex LC, 288 MPO,1152 SN
Table 2. Available MPO Modules and Adapter Packs
Modules &
Adapter Packs Material ID (MID) Catalog Number Fiber Type Fiber Count
MPO8 Modules with MPO/UPC
18 per 1RU 760252332 PPL-DM-8U-8LC-OM4-BEU OM4 8
760252333 PPL-DM-8U-8LC-OM5-BEU OM5 8
760252334 PPL-DM-8AU-8LC-SM-BEU OS2 8
6 per 1RU 760252337 PPL-DM-8U-24LC-OM4-BEU OM4 24
760252338 PPL-DM-8U-24LC-OM5-BEU OM5 24
760252339 PPL-DM-8AU-24LC-SM-BEU OS2 24
MPO8 Modules with MPO/APC in multimode
18 per 1RU 760252335 PPL-DM-8AU-8LC-OM4-BEU OM4 8
760252336 PPL-DM-8AU-8LC-OM5-BEU OM5 8

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8-fiber Adapter Packs
18 per 1RU
760252359 PPL-AP-8-LC-SM OS2 8
760252360 PPL-AP-8-LC-OM4 OM5 8
760252361 PPL-AP-8-LC-OM5 OS2 8
760252371 PPL-AP-4-MPO-ALL-B All 32
MPO12 Modules
12 per 1RU 760252343 PPL-DM-12U-12LC-OM4-BEU OM4 12
760252344 PPL-DM-12U-12LC-OM5-BEU OM5 12
760252345 PPL-DM-12AU-12LC-SM-BEU OS2 12
6 per 1RU 760252346 PPL-DM-12U-24LC-OM4-BEU OM4 24
760252347 PPL-DM-12U-24LC-OM5-BEU OM5 24
760252348 PPL-DM-12AU-24LC-SM-BEU OS2 24
12-fiber Adapter Packs
12 per 1RU
760252362 PPL-AP-12-LC-SM OS2 12
760252363 PPL-AP-12-LC-OM4 OM4 12
760252364 PPL-AP-12-LC-OM5 OM5 12
760252372 PPL-AP-6-MPO-ALL-B All 72
MPO16 Modules
9 per 1RU 760252352 PPL-DM-16AU-16LC-SM-BEU OS2 16
760252353 PPL-DM-16AU-16LC-OM4-BEU OM4 16
760252354 PPL-DM-16AU-16LC-OM5-BEU OM5 16
16-fiber Adapter Packs
9 per 1RU
760252365 PPL-AP-16-LC-SM OS2 16
760252366 PPL-AP-16-LC-OM4 OM4 16
760252367 PPL-AP-16-LC-OM5 OM5 16
760252804 PPL-AP-8-MPO16-ALL-B All 128
18 per 1RU 760252806 PPL-AP-4-MPO16-ALL-B All 64
12 per 1RU 760252805 PPL-AP-6-MPO16-ALL-B All 96
6 per 1RU 760252803 PPL-AP-12-MPO16-ALL-B All 96
Table 2. Available MPO Modules and Adapter Packs, continued
Modules &
Adapter Packs Material ID (MID) Catalog Number Fiber Type Fiber Count

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1.3 Important Safety Cautions
When installing or operating the panel, observe these safety cautions:
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, read, understand, and adhere
to the following instructions as well as any warnings marked on the product.
• This product has a remote risk of electric shock. Never install the product in wet conditions or
during lightning storms. Never touch uninsulated communication wires or terminals.
• Wearing safety glasses during installation of this panel is recommended.Although standard
safety glasses provide no protection from potential optical radiation, they offer protection from
accidental airborne hardware and cleaning solvents.
• Disconnected optical components may emit invisible optical radiation that can damage your
eyes. Never look directly into an optical component that may have a laser coupled to it.
Serious and permanent retinal damage is possible. If accidental exposure to laser radiation is
suspected, consult a physician for an eye examination.
MPO24 Modules
6 per 1RU 760252356 PPL-DM-24U-24LC-OM4-BEU OM4 24
760252357 PPL-DM-24U-24LC-OM5-BEU OM5 24
24-fiber Adapter Packs
6 per 1RU
760252368 PPL-AP-24-LC-SM OS2 24
760252369 PPL-AP-24-LC-OM4 OM4 24
760252370 PPL-AP-24-LC-OM5 OM5 24
760252374 PPL-AP-12-MPO-ALL-B All 288
S/N Modules
18 per 1RU 760252342 PPL-DM-8AU-8SN-SM-BEU OS2 16
12 per 1RU 760252349 PPL-DM-12AU-12SN-SM-BEU OS2 24
18 per 1RU 760252355 PPL-DM-16AU-8SN-SM-BEU OS2 16
S/N Adapter Packs
18 per 1RU 760252375 PPL-AP-8-SN-SM OS2 16
12 per 1RU 760252376 PPL-AP-12-SN-SM OS2 24
9 per 1RU 760252377 PPL-AP-16-SN-SM OS2 32
6 per 1RU 760252378 PPL-AP-24-SN-SM OS2 48
Table 2. Available MPO Modules and Adapter Packs, continued
Modules &
Adapter Packs Material ID (MID) Catalog Number Fiber Type Fiber Count

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1.4 Precautions
When installing or operating the panel, observe the following precautions:
• Fiber optic trunk cable and jumper performance is sensitive to bending, pulling, and crushing.
Minimum bend radius must be maintained during installation per the manufacturer’s
specification. Appropriate pulling grips must be used during installation, and pulling forces
shall not exceed manufacturer’s recommendations.
• All wiring that connects to this equipment must meet applicable local and national building
codes and network wiring standards for communication cable.
•IMPORTANT: Dust covers are installed in the ports to protect the fibers connected to the back
of the ports. Do not remove a dust cover from a port until you connect a patch cord to that port.
If you remove a patch cord later, replace the dust cover in the port.
•Prior to installation, clean the trunk cable and jumper connectors per the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• Isopropyl alcohol is flammable, and can cause eye irritation on contact. If eye contact occurs,
flush with water for at least 15 minutes. In case of ingestion, consult a physician. Use only in
well ventilated areas.
• Care should be taken not to compromise the stability of the rack by installation of this
equipment.
1.5 Related Publications
The related publication listed is available by contacting the CommScope Support Center at https://
www.commscope.com/SupportCenter
Publication Title Publication Number
Propel Panel Quick Start TC-96305-IP

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2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.1 General Description
The Propel Panel is a 19-inch rack-mount fiber optic connector panel intended for indoor use. Rack
adapter kits are available that enable the panel to be mounted in a 23-inch or ETSI rack. The panel
is available in one, two, or four rack unit sizes (abbreviated as 1RU, 2RU, or 4RU). Figure 1 shows
the three sizes.
The Propel panel contains three “blades” per RU, installed in the factory. A blade is a metal drawer
that can be slid in or out of the panel. Each blade supports multiple sizes of connection components
including MPO modules, adapter packs, and splice cassettes. Connection components are installed
by positioning them in any available location on the blade and sliding them in until they click into
position.
Figure 1. Propel Panel 1RU, 2RU, and 4RU Sizes
Precise positioning on the blade is enforced by rails that the connection components slide onto
when installed. The rails direct the components into 12 equal-sized lanes, labeled A to L. Each lane
accommodates 4 fibers or the connector equivalent. For example, an MPO module with 4 front
duplex LC ports and a rear MPO 8 connector occupies two lanes. Propel connection components
are available in 4 sizes accommodating 8, 12, 16, or 24 fibers. The largest size component
occupies 6 lanes, which is half of the blade. The Propel panel capacity per blade is 48 fibers (24
duplex LC ports). Capacity per RU is 144 fibers (72 duplex LC ports). If SN connection components
are used, the fiber capacity of the panel doubles in comparison to LC, because a single SN
connector has 4 fibers, while LC has 2.
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2.2 Main Product Features
Figure 2 shows a front view of a 2RU Propel panel. The main features are:
•Rear Cover—can be removed providing top access to rear of the panel.
•Cable Entry Area—is the portal through which cables are routed into the rear of the panel.
•Mounting Brackets (one on each side)—provide for mounting the panel in a frame or
cabinet. The panel is shipped with 19-inch mounting brackets. Kits are available for mounting
in a 23-inch or ETSI rack or cabinet.
•Blade Handles—are used to slide the blade in and out.
•Blade—can be slid out or removed giving better access to the connection component lanes.
•Patch Cord Managers—are used to manage patch cords.
Figure 2. Propel Panel Front View (2RU Shown)
Figure 3 shows a rear view of a 2RU Propel panel. The main features visible from this view include
the following.
•Rear Cover—can be removed providing top access to the panel.
•Cable Entry Area—is the portal through which cables are routed into the rear of the panel.
•Cable Management Bracket—holds the rear cable management clips. Each clip holds one
cable tied to it with tie wraps.
•Cable Routing Platform—is a surface across which cables are routed from connection
components out of the panel.
REAR COVER
BLADE (IN BLADE
OUT POSITION)
CABLE
ENTRY
AREA
BLADE
HANDLE MOUNTING
BRACKET
PATCH CORD
MANAGER 27615-A

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Figure 3. Propel Panel Rear View (2RU Shown)
2.3 Specifications and Dimensions
Figure 4 shows dimensions for the three Propel panel sizes. Table 3 lists dimensions.
CABLE
ENTRY
AREA
CABLE
MANAGEMENT
BRACKET 27509-A
CABLE
ROUTING
PLATFORM

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Figure 4. Propel Panel Dimensions
Table 3. Propel Panel Specifications
Parameter Propel 1U Propel 2U Propel 4U
Height 1.72 in (4.36 cm) 3.47 in. (8.81 cm) 6.97 in (17.70 cm)
Width 19.0 in. (48.26 cm) 19.0 in. (48.26 cm) 19.0 in. (48.26 cm)
Depth 18.55 in. (47.12 cm) 18.55 in. (47.12 cm) 18.55 in. (47.12 cm)
Weight (Panel Only) 11.75 lbs. (5.32 kg) 17.60 lbs. (7.98 kg) 33.15 lbs. (15.03 kg)
Weight (Packaged Panel) 15.95 lbs. (7.23 kg) 21.80 lbs. (9.88 kg) 38.95 lbs. 17.66 kg)
27504-A
18.55 IN. (47.11 CM)
17.20 IN.
(43.68 CM)
TOPVIEW
3.06 IN.
(7.77 CM)
15.11 IN.
(38.37 CM)
6.96 IN.
(17.68 CM)
3.47 IN.
(8.81 CM)
1.72 IN.
(4.36 CM)
1RU PANEL (FRONTVIEW)
2RU PANEL (FRONTVIEW)
4RU PANEL (FRONTVIEW)
1RU PANEL (SIDEVIEW)
2RU PANEL (SIDEVIEW)
4RU PANEL (SIDEVIEW)
18.31 IN. (46.51 CM)
19.00 IN. (48.25 CM)