CommScope SYSTIMAX EHD User manual

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User Manual
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 2
Revision History........................................................................ 2
Trademark Information ................................................................... 2
Applicable Standards .................................................................... 2
Admonishments ........................................................................ 3
General Safety Precautions ................................................................ 3
1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .................................................................. 3
1.1 General Description ............................................................... 3
1.2 Major Components ................................................................ 3
1.3 Specifications ................................................................... 5
2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION .............................................................. 5
3 UNPACKING A PANEL WITH A PRETERMINATED CABLE ............................................. 5
4 PANEL INSTALLATION ...................................................................13
(continued)
Content Page
26379-A
TECP-91-005
Rev E, October 2017 EHD
SYSTIMAX®Enhanced High Density (EHD) Panel
With Preterminated Cable

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4.1 Overview ...................................................................... 13
4.2 Tools and Hardware Needed ......................................................... 13
4.3 Mounting an Unloaded Panel ........................................................ 13
4.4 Grounding the Panel .............................................................. 16
5 GENERAL CABLE REQUIREMENTS ........................................................... 18
6 OPERATION .......................................................................... 19
6.1 Sliding Out Blade to First Position ..................................................... 19
6.2 Accessing Connectors on Back of Adapter Pack ............................................ 19
6.3 Closing Blade ................................................................... 20
6.4 Removing Blade from Front ......................................................... 21
6.5 Removing Fiber Cover ............................................................. 22
6.6 Re-Installing Fiber Cover ........................................................... 22
7 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ................................................................. 23
INTRODUCTION
This user manual describes the SYSTIMAX Enhanced High Density (EHD) Panel,
Included in this user manual are all procedures required in installing the SYSTIMAX
EHD Panel as well as operation procedures.
Revision History
Trademark Information
CommScope (logo), CommScope, SYSTIMAX, and Enhanced High Density Panel are
trademarks
.
Applicable Standards
UL 60950-1, 2nd Edition, 2007-03-27 (Information Technology Equipment - Safety -
Part 1: General Requirements
CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, 2nd Edition, 2007-03 (Information Technology Equipment
-Safety - Part 1: General Requirements)
ISSUE DATE REASON FOR CHANGE
1 9/2015 Original.
2 10/2015 Added minimum cable bend radius and maximum patch cord size.
3 3/2016 Added applicable standards and panel grounding instructions.
4 July 2016 Updated for front-access only design
E October 2017 Updated for product name change to SYSTIMAX.

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Admonishments
Important safety admonishments are used throughout this manual to warn of possible
hazards to persons or equipment. The admonishments — in the form of Dangers,
Warnings, and Cautions — must be followed at all times.
General Safety Precautions
1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 General Description
The SYSTIMAX Enhanced High Density (EHD) Panel is a pre-terminated fiber optic
connector panel intended for use in large data centers in a direct connect or
interconnect environment. The SYSTIMAX EHD Panel mounts in a 19-inch (48.26 cm)
equipment rack with a 3-inch or 5-inch channel. In each 1RU of rack space, a fully
loaded panel provides 144 LC terminations using duplex LC adapters.
The SYSTIMAX EHD Panel is designed for ease of installation and access. It is
available with either left- or right-side cable entry. The panel features sliding blades
(three per 1RU of rack space), providing full access to adapters and connectors. Each
blade can accommodate four adapter packs. The SYSTIMAX EHD Panel is available
with either a black or sky white baked enamel exterior.
1.2 Major Components
Figure 1 shows the main components of the SYSTIMAX EHD Panel. They are as
follows:
Danger: Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will cause severe personal
injury, death, or substantial property damage if the hazard is not avoided.
Warning: Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe
personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the hazard is not avoided.
Caution: Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause
minor personal injury or property damage if the hazard is not avoided.
Caution: When mounting equipment in the rack make sure mechanical loading is even
to avoid a hazardous condition, such as loading heavy equipment in the rack unevenly.
The rack should safely support the combined weight of all equipment it supports.
Caution: This equipment is to be installed only in Restricted Access Areas (dedicated
equipment rooms, equipment closets, etc.) in accordance with Articles 110-16, 110-17,
and 110-18 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

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•Blade—holds adapter packs or cabled modules; slides out to two front access
positions and is removable from front. There are three blades per RU rack space.
Figure 1. SYSTIMAX EHD Panel Main Components (2RU Model Shown)
•Fiber Cover—holds down fibers on each blade to prevent them from being
inadvertently snagged or misrouted.
•Grounding Location—is where a two-hole lug and ground wire are attached to
connect panel ground PEM nuts to office ground. A two-hole lug is provided with
the product; the ground wire is not.
•Mounting Brackets—can be flipped around to provide either front- or rear-facing
mounting on a channel rack.
•Front Door—swings down to provide access to the interior of the panel. The door
features a double hinged design that allows users to open the door without
interfering with equipment below the panel on the same rack, or also to allow the
door to lay flat for easy access to the bottom blade.
•Designation Label—provides physical space for recording fiber designations.
•Duplex LC Adapter Pack—(shown for reference) mounts within the blade.
Product offerings for adapter packs include LC adapter packs in singlemode APC
or UPC style.
Note: In this figure, the 2RU panel is shown. Main components are analogous for
other RU sizes.
26380-A
DUPLEX LC
ADAPTER PACK
(SHOWN FOR
REFERENCE)
MOUNTING
BRACKET (2X)
BLADE (6X)
(FULLY REMOVED
FROM CHASSIS)
DESIGNATION LABEL
FRONT
DOOR
GROUNDING
LOCATION
FIBER
COVER (2X)

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1.3 Specifications
Table 1 lists specifications for the SYSTIMAX EHD Panel. Table 2 summarizes the
supported adapter packs and modules for the SYSTIMAX EHD Panel.
2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
1. Inspect the exterior of the shipping container(s) for evidence of rough handling
that may have damaged the components in the container.
2. Unpack each container while carefully checking the contents for damage and
verify with the packing slip.
3. If damage is found or parts are missing, file a claim with the commercial carrier
and notify CommScope Customer Service. Save the damaged cartons for
inspection by the carrier.
4. Refer to Topic 7 on Page 22 if you need to contact CommScope.
5. Save shipping containers for use if equipment requires shipment at a future date.
3 UNPACKING A PANEL WITH A PRETERMINATED CABLE
The pre-terminated panel is shipped with the panel mounted on top of a spool
containing the cable. The stub end of the cable is unwound to a splice vault or other
point of termination. To protect the panel and cable windings contained within the
upper cylinder of the shipping unit, It is critical to leave the foam packaging material
surrounding the panel in place until the unit has been transported to the final
installation location. Transporting the unit without the foam packaging in place may
result in damage to the panel and/or cable. To unpack and mount a fully loaded panel,
use the following procedure.
Table 1. SYSTIMAX EHD Panel Specifications
PARAMETER SPECIFICATION REMARKS
Operating conditions 14Fto +140F (10Cto +60C)
Humidity 10% to 95% RH No condensation
Storage conditions 40F to +158F (40C to
+70C)
Dimensions (2RU) D x W x H
(with mounting brackets) 19.64 in. (49.9 cm) D x 19.09 in.
(48.5 cm) W x 3.5 in. (6.04 cm) H Width without mounting brack-
ets: 17.27 in. (43.9 cm)
Weight per 2RU 23.4 lbs. (1.06 Kg)
Table 2. SYSTIMAX EHD Panel Supported Adapter Packs and Modules
DESCRIPTION
FRONT
CONNECTOR
TYPE
FRONT
PORT
COUNT
REAR CONNECTOR
TYPE
REAR
PORT
COUNT
FIBER
CONFIGURATION
LC Adapter Pack LC 24 LC 24 NA

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1. Cut off the external plastic as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. Cutting Off External Plastic
2. Cut off the cardboard wrap on the cable spool as shown in.Figure 3.
Figure 3. Cutting Off Cardboard Wrap on Cable Spool
Note: Use caution when unpacking and installing the SYSTIMAX EHD Panel.
Avoid twisting cable and do not violate cable minimum bend radius.
Note: Use caution when removing packaging materials. Sharp utensils can
damage fiber optic cable.

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3. Remove the four carousel locking screws shown in Figure 4 to unlock the
carousel, allowing the spool to rotate freely,
Figure 4. Carousel Locking Screws and Cable Stub
4. Pay out the cable stub as indicated by the red arrow in Figure 4, pulling cable end
to termination location.
5. Remove the four wing nuts shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Removing Wing Nuts
25873-A
CABLE STUB
CAROUSEL LOCKING
SCREWS (4X)
25874-A
REMOVE WING
NUTS (4X)

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6. Lift off the top cover to expose the panel packaging as shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6. Lifting Off Top Cover

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7. Remove the outer rim as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7. Lifting Off Outer Rim
8. Remove and unpack the accessories contained in shipment carton shown on top
of the packaging foam in Figure 8.

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Figure 8. Shipment Carton Containing Accessories
9. Remove and unpack the plastic wrapper containing the SYSTIMAX EHD Panel,
as shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9. SYSTIMAX EHD Panel in Plastic Wrapper

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10. Lift panel off of spool and carefully uncoil remaining cable. Use caution to avoid
twisting the cable. Refer to Figure 10.
Figure 10. Lifting Off SYSTIMAX EHD PanelSYSTIMAX EHD Panel
11. Follow the procedure given in Topic 4 to install the panel on the frame.
12. Splice cable stub end per local practice, using blocking kit if required.

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4 PANEL INSTALLATION
4.1 Overview
The SYSTIMAX EHD Panel is shipped on a spool, preterminated with 144 LC
connectors per rack unit (RU). It is available in both left- and right-cable-entry versions.
Ablocking kit is provided for the purpose of splicing the provided cable into a splice bay
such as the OMX.
After mounting, the panel must be grounded. Use a #2 Phillips Screwdriver to tighten
the M4 screws through the ground lug (provided) into the panel ground PEM nuts, as
described in Topic 4.4 on Page 15. Ground cables are NOT provided with the panel.
4.2 Tools and Hardware Needed
Use a #2 Phillips Screwdriver and the supplied #12-24 screws to secure the panel to
the equipment rack.
4.3 Mounting an Unloaded Panel
The panel is to be installed in a 19-inch (482.6mm) equipment rack with a 3-inch or 5-
inch channel. Use the following procedure to mount the 1RU/2RU panel.
1. Obtain the following tools and equipment:
• Phillips #2 screwdriver;
• Mounting hardware provided.
2. Determine whether the panel will be installed on front or rear and whether on a 3-
inch or 5-inch channel. Install the mounting brackets provided in the locations
shown in the following figures (which are representative of other RU sizes, also):
•Figure 11 for 2RU mounting on a 5-inch channel;
•Figure 12 for 2RU mounting on a 3-inch channel;
•Figure 13 for 1RU mounting on a 5-inch channel; or
•Figure 14 for 1RU mounting on 3-inch channel.
Caution: This equipment is to be installed only in Restricted Access Areas (dedicated
equipment rooms, equipment closets, etc.) in accordance with Articles 110-16, 110-17,
and 110-18 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Note: The panel is shipped with the mounting brackets already installed in the
front position. If a rear position is desired, remove the brackets and install them in
the rear position.

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Figure 11. 2RU Mounting Bracket Positions (Front and Rear on 5-Inch Channel)
Figure 12. 2RU Mounting Bracket Positions (Front and Rear on 3-Inch Channel)
26381-A
2RU FRONT MOUNT ON 5 INCH CHANNEL
2RU REAR MOUNT ON 5 INCH CHANNEL CHANNEL
26383-A
2RU FRONT MOUNT ON 3 INCH CHANNEL
2RU REAR MOUNT ON 3 INCH CHANNEL CHANNEL

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Figure 13. 1RU Mounting Bracket Positions (Front and Rear on 5-Inch Channel)
Figure 14. 1RU Mounting Bracket Positions (Front and Rear on 3-Inch Channel)
3. Hold the panel up to the assigned mounting space and align the holes in the
mounting brackets with the holes in the equipment rack as shown in Figure 15.
Secure the panel to equipment rack using the #12-24 screws provided. Torque
these screws to approximately 27 pound-inches (3.1 Newton meters).
25640-A
1RU FRONT MOUNT ON 5 INCH CHANNEL
1RU REAR MOUNT ON 5 INCH CHANNEL CHANNEL
25638-A
1RU FRONT MOUNT ON 3 INCH CHANNEL
1RU REAR MOUNT ON 3 INCH CHANNEL
CHANNEL

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Figure 15. Mounting the Panel on the Equipment Rack (2RU Model Shown)
4.4 Grounding the Panel
A termination (for an M4 screw) is provided on the panel for a frame ground
connection. The connection must be made in accordance with local and national
electrical codes. Use the following procedure, referring to Figure 16.
1. Locate the ground location on the panel. At the grounding location, remove the
protective tape from the panel.
25642-A

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Figure 16. Grounding the Panel
2. Using AWG 14 (1.6mm) solid copper wire, secure a crimp lug to one end of the
ground wire (installer provided). Secure the crimp lug to panel with two M4
screws. Torque the screws to approximately 15 pound-inches (1.7 Newton
meters).
3. Connect the other end of the ground wire to the earth ground conductor. Ensure
this connection is made using methods and hardware that meets all applicable
local and national electrical codes.
Caution: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit.
26275-A
2RU CHASSIS
1RU CHASSIS
2-HOLE LUG
SECURE
TO OFFICE
GROUND
SECURE
TO CHASSIS
PEM NUTS

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5 GENERAL CABLE REQUIREMENTS
Pre-terminated SYSTIMAX EHD Panels use RBR G657.A1 reduced-bend-radius
singlemode fiber.
Installers need to follow the manufacturer recommended settings
when testing and splicing the RBR G657.A1 fiber to the G.652 standard singlemode
fiber.
Please alert contractors to this fact.
The minimum cable bend radius is 10 inches (25.4 cm).
CommScope recommends the following type patch cords for use in the SYSTIMAX
EHD Panel:
• 2-Fiber UPC LC Singlemode Dual-Zip 1.7mm patch cord FPCT-SPLC-S-xM
• 2-Fiber UPC LC Singlemode Dual-Zip 1.7mm RBR patch cord FPCTE-SPLC-S-
xM
• 2-Fiber UPC LC Singlemode Dual-Zip 2mm patch cord FPC2-SPLC-S-xM
• 2-Fiber UPC LC Singlemode Dual-Zip LSZH 2mm patch cord FPCH2-SPLC-S-xM
• 2-Fiber UPC Duplex LC Singlemode Dual-Zip 1.7mm patch cord FPCT-SDLC-S-
xM
• 2-Fiber UPC Duplex LC Singlemode Dual-Zip 1.7mm RBR patch cord FPCTE-
SDLC-S-xM
• 2-Fiber UPC Duplex LC Singlemode Dual-Zip 2mm patch cord FPC2-SDLC-S-xM
• 1-Fiber UPC LC Singlemode 1.7mm patch cord FPCF-SPLC-S-xM
• 1-Fiber UPC LC Singlemode 2mm patch cord FPCM-SPLC-S-xM
The maximum patch cord size that can fit in the panel is 2mm simplex or duplex.

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6 OPERATION
6.1 Sliding Out Blade to First Position
To slide out a blade to the first (access) position, pull out the pull arm on the right side
of the panel until the blade contacts the first detent, as shown in Figure 17.
Figure 17. Sliding Out Blade to First (Access) Position
6.2 Accessing Connectors on Back of Adapter Pack
To access the connectors on the back of an adapter pack, use the following procedure
(refer to Figure 18):
1. Place index finger into the concave loop on the slide mechanism, place thumb on
the pull arm, and squeeze index finger and thumb together.
2. Slide out the blade until it stops in the second position, which permits the
connectors on the back of an adapter pack to be accessed.
PULL
ARM
26109-A
NOTE:
FOR CLARITY
FRONT DOOR
REMOVED
NOTE: BLADE IS
SHOWN HERE
IN FIRST POSITION

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Figure 18. Sliding Out Blades to Second Position
6.3 Closing Blade
To close a blade, push in the push handle on the right side of the panel until the blade
is fully within the panel.
Note: This is the opposite action to what is shown in Figure 17 on Page 18.
26110-A
NOTE:
FOR CLARITY
FRONT DOOR
REMOVED
NOTE: BLADE IS
SHOWN HERE
IN SECOND POSITION
2
1
PULL ARM
CONCAVE
LOOP

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6.4 Removing Blade from Front
To remove a blade from the front of the panel (Figure 19):
1. Deflect the tab outward on the right side of the panel.
2. Pull on a gray fiber management finger (not the white pull handle). The gray
management finger is highlighted in yellow in the figure.
Figure 19. Removing Blade From Front
Caution: Pulling too far will damage the ribbons entering the back of the blade on a
pre-terminated panel.
TAB
26111-A
NOTE:
FOR CLARITY
FRONT DOOR
REMOVED
1
2
FIBER
MANAGEMENT
FINGER
FIBER
MANAGEMENT
FINGER