CommScope ERA CAP L2 18/21/ 23T/26 F-DC User manual

CommScope ERA®
CAP L2 with Fiber Interface
2nd Generation Low Power Carrier Access Point
Installation Guide • M0203A9B_uc • August 2022

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forward, all new systems are ERA. Since ION-E and ERA share the same hardware modules, system software and
management systems, existing ION-E systems can be updated and expanded using ERA components.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Document Overview.................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Document Revision History ..............................................................................................................................................................................1
Document Cautions and Notes......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Abbreviations Used in this Guide .....................................................................................................................................................................3
Safely Working with ERA Hardware.................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Health and Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................................................................................3
Property Damage Warnings .......................................................................................................................................................................4
General Installation Safety Requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 4
Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge............................................................................................................................... 4
Compliance................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Maximum Output Power Levels.................................................................................................................................................................8
Required Antenna Distances...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Fiber CAP L2 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Connectors and LED for the Fiber CAP L2......................................................................................................................................................... 9
CAP L2 Accessories and Options.....................................................................................................................................................................11
Mounting and Power Kits......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
SFP+ Module Kits......................................................................................................................................................................................11
OCTIS™ Universal Lever Assembly Kits .................................................................................................................................................... 13
OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Instructions ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Plan and Prepare for a Fiber CAP L2 Installation....................................................................................................................................... 15
Maximum Number of Fiber CAP L2s Supported in an ERA System ................................................................................................................ 15
Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP L2 ........................................................................................................................................16
Determine the CAP L2 Installation Site...........................................................................................................................................................16
CAP L2 Dimensions...................................................................................................................................................................................17
CAP L2 Weights ........................................................................................................................................................................................17
Recommended Tools and Material ................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Unpack and Inspect the CAP L2 and Optional Accessories............................................................................................................................. 18
Obtain the Required Materials ....................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Mount the Fiber CAP L2 ........................................................................................................................................................................... 19
General Mounting Cautions............................................................................................................................................................................19
Wall Mount a CAP L2................................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts.............................................................................................................................................20
Mounting CAP L2 with a Wall Mounting Kit ...................................................................................................................................................21
Mounting a CAP L2 with an AC/DC Power Supply Kit.....................................................................................................................................24
Wiring the AC/DC Power Supply Kit ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
Mounting a CAP L2 with a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional)...................................................................................................................28
Prepare for CAP L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit Installation .....................................................................................................................28
Assembling and Wiring the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box ................................................................................................................................ 29
Wire the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box ....................................................................................................................................................... 29
Wire a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box for 4-Wire Power with Limited Power Source..................................................................................33
Wire a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box for 2-Wire Power without Limited Power Source ............................................................................34
Wall Mount a CAP L2 Using a CAP L2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional) ...........................................................................................35
Connect the Cables to the Fiber CAP L2.................................................................................................................................................... 36
Ground the Fiber CAP L2 (Optional) ...............................................................................................................................................................36
Connect the Fiber CAP L2 to a Passive RF Antenna ........................................................................................................................................37
Clean the RF Cable Connectors ................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Connect the Passive RF Antenna..............................................................................................................................................................40
Connect the Optical Fiber...............................................................................................................................................................................41
Installing SFP+ Modules in the CAP L2 (optional).....................................................................................................................................42
Connect the Fiber CAP L2 to a Classic CAN or TEN...................................................................................................................................44
Connect to Vdc Power ....................................................................................................................................................................................45
Powering on a Fiber CAP L2 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Contacting CommScope........................................................................................................................................................................... 46
CMS Global Technical Support ....................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Telephone Helplines.................................................................................................................................................................................46
Online Support ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling.................................................................................................................................... 46
Hardware to Software Mapping Information.................................................................................................................................................47
Mobility Solutions Technical Training.............................................................................................................................................................47

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Accessing ERA Series User Documentation ....................................................................................................................................................47

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DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
CAP L2 variants are available with either a copper entry module or fiber entry module. The "C" in the variant
name (after the band numbers) indicates a copper entry module and an "F" indicates a fiber entry module.
The copper entry module supports up to two 10GBase-T (CAT6A) interfaces and the fiber entry module
supports up to two 10G/25G SFP+ optical fiber interfaces. This guide provides a product overview and
installation instructions for the fiber CAP L2 APs.
Table 1 lists the supported CAP L2 variants.
Document Revision History
This is the second release of the CommScope ERA™ CAP L2 Second Generation Fiber Low Power Carrier Access
Point Installation Guide. This release:
•adds the CAP L2 35LT/35HT and CAP L2 C-band models to Table 1 on page 1 and Table 3 on page 8
•adds representative information to Step 4 on page 5
•adds Radio Module information to Table 3 on page 8
•adds "Required Antenna Distances” on page 8
•adds 4 antenna information in Figure 2 on page 10 and Figure 6 on page 10
•adds Fiber/Cable Protective Kit row to Table 9 on page 13
Document Cautions and Notes
This document may contain any of the following notes, cautions, and warning icons.
Table 1. Supported CAP L2 Fiber Models
Part Number Model Name
7845390-10 0 1 CAP L2 1 8 /21/ 23 T/26 F-D C
7845390-10 0 3 CAP L2 3 5 LT/ 35HT F-D C
7845390-10 0 6 CAP L2 7 -8/1 8 /21/ 2 6 F -DC
7845390-10 0 7 CAP L2 1 7 E/1 9/23/25 T F- DC
7845390-10 0 8 CAP L2 6 /7E/80-8 5 F- DC
7845390-10 0 9 CAP L2 9 /18/2 1/ 26 F- DC
7845390-10 1 3 CAP L2 7 -8/9 /18/21 F-DC
7845390-10 1 8 CAP L2 C -Band F- DC
7845390-10 1 9 CAP L 2 9/21 /35HT F-D C
F in name ( aft er the b a nds ) st an ds for F ibe r
For information on how to find the minimum software requirements for ERA hardware, refer to
"Hardware to Software Mapping Information” on page 47.
The icon to the left is used to indicate a caution or warning. Cautions and warnings indicate operations or
steps that could cause personal injury, induce a safety problem in a managed device, destroy or corrupt
information, or interrupt or stop services.

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The icon to the left indicates a caution or warning that pertains to laser equipment.
The icon to the left indicates a caution or warning that pertains to Radio Frequency (RF).
The icon to the left indicates that the hardware is susceptible to Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) damage.
The icon to the left indicates a caution or warning that pertains to an electrical hazard.
The icon to the left indicates a Note. Notes provide information about special circumstances.

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Abbreviations Used in this Guide
Safely Working with ERA Hardware
The following sections provide important information that you should read and know before working with
any ERA hardware. Observe all cautions and warnings listed in this section.
Health and Safety Precautions
AP Access Point EFTA European Free Trade Association
AUX Auxiliary ISDE Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada
C Celsius ISED Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
CAN Central Area Node kg Kilogram
CAP L Low Power Carrier Access Point LED Light Emitting Diode
CAP L2 Low Power Carrier Access Point, Second Generation LPS Limited Power Source
CAP M Medium Power Carrier Access Point MHz Megahertz
Cat Category mm Millimeter
CAT Copper Transport MMF Multi-Mode Fiber
dB Decibel N/A Not Applicable
dBm Decibel-milliwatts OPT Optical Transport
DC Direct Current PN Part Number
DCCS Distributed Coverage and Capacity Solutions RAN Regional-Area Network
RF Radio Frequency ION Intelligent Optical Network
EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility RU Rack Unit
EMEA Europe, Middle East, Africa SFP Small Form-Factor Pluggable
EU European Union SMF Single-Mode Fiber
F Fahrenheit TEN Transport Expansion Node
FCC Federal Communications Commission UAP Universal Access Point
Gb Gigabyte Vdc Volts, direct current
GHz Gigahertz W Watts
A high leakage current ground (earth) connection to the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is essential before
making any other connections to the PSU.
Laser radiation. Risk of eye injury in operation. Do not stare into the laser beam; do not view the laser
beam directly or with optical instruments.

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Property Damage Warnings
General Installation Safety Requirements
Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge
High frequency radiation in operation. Risk of health hazards associated with radiation from the
antenna(s) connected to the unit. Implement prevention measures to avoid the possibility of close
proximity to the antenna(s) while in operation.
If the CAP L2 power connector is not easily accessible, a disconnect device in the mains power circuit must
be provided within easy reach.
Keep operating instructions within easy reach and make them available to all users.
Only license holders for the respective frequency range are allowed to operate this unit.
Read and obey all the warning labels attached to the unit. Make sure that all warning labels are kept in a
legible condition. Replace any missing or damaged labels.
Make sure the unit's settings are correct for the intended use (refer to the manufacturer product
information) and regulatory requirements are met. Do not carry out any modifications or fit any spare
parts, which are not sold or recommended by the manufacturer.
Wet conditions increase the potential for receiving an electrical shock when installing or using electrically
powered equipment. To prevent electrical shock, never install or use electrical equipment in a wet
location or during a lightning storm.
This system is a RF Transmitter and continuously emits RF energy. Maintain a minimum clearance from
the antenna while the system is operating. Whenever possible, power down the CAP L2 before servicing
the antenna.
Do not remove caps from any of the connectors until instructed to do so.
The CAP L2 is to be used only with CommScope (NEC Class 2) or Limited Power Source ERA Subrack, or
equivalent.
Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent ESD damage, always wear
an ESD wrist strap when working with ERA hardware components. Not all ERA hardware requires
grounding. For those ERA hardware components for which grounding is required, connect the ground
wire on the ESD wrist strap to an earth ground source before touching the ERA component. Wear the
wrist strap the entire time that you work with the ERA hardware.

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Compliance
1Notice: For installations, which have to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna
selection and installation must be completed in a way to ensure compliance with those FCC requirements.
Depending on the RF frequency, rated output power, antenna gain, and the loss between the repeater and
antenna, the minimum distance D to be maintained between the antenna location and human beings is
calculated according to this formula:
where
•P (mW) is the radiated power at the antenna, i.e. the max. rated repeater output power in addition to
the antenna gain minus the loss between the repeater and the antenna.
•PD (mW/cm²) is the allowed Power Density limit acc. to 47 CFR 1.1310 (B) for general population /
uncontrolled exposures which is
–f (MHz) / 1500 for frequencies from 300MHz to 1500MHz
–1 for frequencies from 1500MHz to 100,000MHz
RF exposure compliance may need to be addressed at the time of licensing, as required by the responsible
FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location requirements of 1.1307(b)(3).
2Notice: For installations which have to comply with European EN50385 exposure compliance
requirements, the following Power Density limits/guidelines (mW/cm²) according to ICNIRP are valid:
•0.2 for frequencies from 10 MHz to 400 MHz
•F (MHz) / 2000 for frequencies from 400 MHz to 2 GHz
•1 for frequencies from 2 GHz to 300 GHz
3Notice: Installation of this equipment is in full responsibility of the installer, who has also the
responsibility, that cables and couplers are calculated into the maximum gain of the antennas, so that this
value, which is filed in the FCC Grant and can be requested from the FCC data base, is not exceeded. The
industrial boosters are shipped only as a naked booster without any installation devices or antennas as it
needs for professional installation.
4Notice: For installations which have to comply with FCC/ISED requirements:
English:
This device complies with FCC Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This device complies with Health Canada's Safety Code. The installer of this device should ensure that RF
radiation is not emitted in excess of the Health Canada's requirement. Information can be obtained at
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Antenna Stmt for ISED:
This device has been designated to operate with the antennas having a maximum gain of 9 dBi. Antennas
having a gain greater than 9 dBi are prohibited for use with this device without consent by ISED
regulators. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a minimum separation distance
from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
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transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter
operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
French:
Cet appareil est conforme avec Sante Canada Code de securite 6. Le programme d'installation de cet
appareil doit s'assurer que les rayonnements RF n'est pas emis au-dela de I'exigence de Sante Canada. Les
informations peuvent etre obtenues:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php
Les changements ou modifications non expressement approuves par la partie responsable de la
conformite pourraient annuler l'autorite de l'utilisateur a utiliser cet equipement.
Antenne Stmt pour ISDE:
Ce dispositif a ete designe pour fonctionner avec les antennes ayant un gain maximal de 9 dBi. Antennes
ayant un gain plus grand que 9 dBi sont interdites pour une utilisation avec cet appareil sans le
consentement des organismes de reglementation d'ISDE. L'impedance d'antenne requise est 50 ohms.
L'antenne (s) utilise pour cet emetteur doit etre installe pour fournir une distance de separation minimale
par rapport a toute personnes et ne doit pas etre co-localisees ou operant en conjonction avec une autre
antenne ou emetteur. Les utilisateurs et les installateurs doivent etre fournis avec des instructions
d'installation de l'antenne et des conditions de fonctionnement de l'emetteur pour satisfaire la
conformite aux expositions RF.
Canadian Representative
ISED Company No : 3874A
Company Name: Celltech Labs Inc.
Address: 21-364 Lougheed Road
Kelowna, BC V1X 7R8
Contact Name: Ben Hewson
Telephone No: [phone] x201
Email: IC-Re[email protected]
5Notice: The unit complies with Overvoltage Category II. It also complies with the surge requirement
according to EN 61000-4-5 (fine protection); however, installation of an additional medium (via local
supply connection) and/or coarse protection (external surge protection) is recommended depending on
the individual application in order to avoid damage caused by overcurrent.
For Canada and US, components used to reduce the Overvoltage Category shall comply with the
requirements of IEC 61643-series. As an alternative, components used to reduce the Overvoltage
Category may comply with ANSI/IEEE C62.11, CSA Certification Notice No. 516, CSA C22.2 No. 1, or UL
1449. Suitability of the component for the application shall be determined for the intended installation.
6Notice: Corresponding local particularities and regulations must be observed. For national deviations,
please refer to the respective documents, which are available from CommScope.
7Note: For a Class B digital device or peripheral:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

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•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced RF technician for help.
8Notice: For a Class A digital device or peripheral.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
9Note: This unit complies with European standard EN62368-1.
Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance
Please observe the meanings of the following symbols used in our equipment and the compliance warnings
listed in Table 2.
Table 2. Compliance Labels
Symbol Compliance Meaning
— FCC
For industrial (Part 20) signal booster:
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is designed for installation by FCC LICENSEES and
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to
operate this device. Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties, including
penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
For (Part 90) signal booster:
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is designed for installation by FCC LICENSEES and
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to
operate this device. You MUST register Class B signal boosters (as defined in 47 CFR 90.219) online
at www.fcc.gov/signal-boosters/registration. Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture
penalties, including penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
— ISED
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is designed for installation by an installer approved
by an ISED licensee. You MUST have an ISED LICENCE or the express consent of an ISED licensee to
operate this device.
AVERTISSEMENT: Ce produit N'EST PAS un appareil de CONSOMMATION. Il est conçu pour être
installé par un installateur approuvé par un titulaire de licence d'ISDE. Pour utiliser cet appareil,
vous DEVEZ détenir une LICENCE d'ISDE ou avoir obtenu le consentement exprès d'un titulaire de
licence autorisé par ISDE.
CE
To be sold exclusively to mobile operators or authorized installers - no harmonized frequency
bands, operation requires license. Intended use: EU and EFTA countries.
Indicates conformity with the RED directive 2014/53/EU and/or RoHS directive 2011/65/EU.

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Maximum Output Power Levels
Table 3 lists the frequencies and maximum power output for bands supported in the CAP L2 variants.
Required Antenna Distances
Table 3. Maximum Power Output by Frequency
Band Radio Module Number DL Frequency Range Power Output
[dBm]
6 Radio Module L2 B71 619.5 - 649.5 MHz 19
7E
Radio Module L2 B12 +13+14
731.5 - 753.5
748.5 - 753.5 MHz
760.5 - 765.5 MHz
19
7- 8 N/A 758 – 791 MHz
791 – 821 MHz 19
9 N/A 925 - 960 MHz 19
17E Radio Module L2 B66 21
18 N/A 1805 - 1880 MHz 21
19 Radio Module L2 B25 1932.5 - 1992.5 MHz 21
21 N/A 2110 - 2170 MHz 21
23 Radio Module L2 B30 2352.5 - 2357.5 MHz 19
23T N/A 2350 - 2390 MHz 21
25T Radio Module L2 B41 2498.5 - 2687.5 MHz 21
26 N/A 2620 - 2690 MHz 21
8 0- 8 5 Radio Module L2 B5+27 864.5 - 866.5 MHz
871.5 - 891.5 MHz 19
35 L T N/A 3410 – 3640 MHz 23
35 HT N/A 3570 – 3800 MHz 23
C-B a nd N/A 3700 – 3980 MHz 23
NOTE: The output power of the internal Radio Module is 3 dB higher than the ANT Port due to
combiner.
Table 4. Required Antenna Distances
Minimum Distance Between Antennas and All Persons (DL)
CAP L2 Model Antenna Gain
without Cable
Loss [dBi]
FCC ISED
Meters Inches Meters Inches
CAP L2 6E/7E/80-85 9
CAP L2 17E/19/23/25T 9
CAP L2 C-Band 9 0.22 8.84 0.26 10.43
NOTE: The Maximum Antenna Gain calculation considers the Radio Module in CAP L2 system is without loss,
except for the internal combiner.

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FIBER CAP L2 OVERVIEW
This installation guide describes the Fiber CAP L2, which interfaces with a Classic CAN or TEN via an optical
link. This allows the Fiber CAP L2 to provide data over Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) or Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF).
Power for Fiber CAP L2s is provided over External AC/DC or remotely through hybrid fiber.
On the downlink, the Fiber CAP L2 converts data arriving at the CAP L2 to analog signals and sends them to
the Antenna ports. On the uplink, received signals are digitized and serialized into data streams, which are
sent back to the Classic CAN or TEN.
The Fiber CAP L2 is designed for indoor and outdoor use. It is passively cooled with a temperature range of:
-33°C to +50C (-27.4°F to +122°F); see also "Recommended Tools and Material” on page 18. The CAP L2 has a
typical power consumption that, depending on the model, ranges from 80W to 150W.
Connectors and LED for the Fiber CAP L2
Figure 1 and Table 5 identify the Fiber CAP L2 connectors and its LED; corresponding connectors are shown.
Figure 1. CAP L2 Connectors and LED (2 antennas)
Table 5. Function of the CAP L2 Connectors and LED (2 antennas)
Ref # Label Description Function
0 None Grounding Bolt Connects the CAP MX to an approved earth-ground source.
1 Port 1 Port 2 OCTIS Connector Port to pass fiber cable to the SFP+ module. The port seal is the OCTIS Universal
connector PN 7847069. Connecting the fiber cable to the CAP L2 requires removing the
service lid.
2 ANT 1 4.3-10 RF connector Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input cross-polarized
antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with dust caps that can be
discarded upon unit installation.
1
2
3
4
56 0

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Figure 2. CAP L2 Connectors and LED (4 antennas)
3 None Proprietary 4-pin DC
power connector
Connects to a local or remote DC power supply. The CAP L2 does not ship with any
power cables preinstalled; you need to order the power cable assembly that is
appropriate for this installation.
• 7774061: Cable Assembly, CAP L Local Power Jumper, 0.5 m
• 7816237-xx: Cable Assembly, CAP L Local Power Jumper, 3.0 m
4 ANT 2 4.3-10 RF connector Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input cross-polarized
antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with dust caps that can be
discarded upon unit installation.
5 None Power and Status LED See "Connectors and LED for the Fiber CAP L2” on page 9
6 Port 2 Port 2 OCTIS Connector Port to pass fiber cable to the SFP+ module. The port seal is the OCTIS Universal
connector PN 7847069. Connecting the fiber cable to the CAP L2 requires removing the
service lid.
Table 6. Function of the CAP L2 Connectors and LED (4 antennas)
Ref # Label Description Function
0 None Grounding Bolt Connects the CAP MX to an approved earth-ground source.
1
Port 1 Port 2 OCTIS Connector Port to pass fiber cable to the SFP+ module. The port seal is the OCTIS Universal
connector PN 7847069. Connecting the fiber cable to the CAP L2 requires
removing the service lid.
2
ANT 1 4.3-10 RF connector Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input
cross-polarized antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with
dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation.
3
ANT 2 4.3-10 RF connector Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input
cross-polarized antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with
dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation.
Table 5. Function of the CAP L2 Connectors and LED (2 antennas) (Continued)
Ref # Label Description Function
8
7
6 5 4 3 2 1 0

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Fiber CAP L2 Overview
CAP L2 Accessories and Options
The Fiber CAP L2 accessories and options are described in the following sections:
•"Mounting and Power Kits” on page 11
•"SFP+ Module Kits” on page 11
•"OCTIS™ Universal Lever Assembly Kits” on page 13
Mounting and Power Kits
CAP L2 Mounting and Power Kits are described in the applicable installation process
SFP+ Module Kits
Contact your local CommScope sales representative to obtain the following components, as required, for this
installation.
•Per the installation plan, obtain either Single Mode Fiber (SMF) or Multi Mode Fiber (MMF) that is of
sufficient length to reach from the CAP L2 to a Classic CAN or TEN.
•All CAP L2s ship with the required Optical OCTIS Kit (PN 7770612).
4
None Proprietary 4-pin DC power
connector
Connects to a local or remote DC power supply. The CAP L2 does not ship with
any power cables preinstalled; you need to order the power cable assembly
that is appropriate for this installation.
• 7774061: Cable Assembly, CAP L Local Power Jumper, 0.5 m
• 7816237-xx: Cable Assembly, CAP L Local Power Jumper, 3.0 m
5
ANT 3 4.3-10 RF connector Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input
cross-polarized antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with
dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation.
6
ANT 4 4.3-10 RF connector Connect to external antennas or to one of the ports on a multiple input
cross-polarized antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. The antenna ports ship with
dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation.
7 None Power and Status LED See "Connectors and LED for the Fiber CAP L2” on page 9
8
Port 2 Port 2 OCTIS Connector Port to pass fiber cable to the SFP+ module. The port seal is the OCTIS Universal
connector PN 7847069. Connecting the fiber cable to the CAP L2 requires
removing the service lid.
Table 7. Mounting and Power Kits
Mounting/Power Kit CommScope PN See
Wall Mounting Bracket Kit 7848842 (NAR)
7846281-01 (EMEA)
"Mounting CAP L2 with a Wall Mounting Kit” on page 21
NOTE: 7846281-01 is included with the CAP L2. 7848842 must be
ordered separately.
Power Supply/Hybrid Fiber Mounting Kit 7774354-xx "Mounting a CAP L2 with an AC/DC Power Supply Kit” on page 24
240W Local AC Power Supply Kit
"Mounting a CAP L2 with an AC/DC Power Supply Kit” on page 24
no AC Input Cord 7775087-xx
with AC Input Cord 7809798-xx
for Plenum Space 7809823-xx
Table 6. Function of the CAP L2 Connectors and LED (4 antennas) (Continued)
Ref # Label Description Function

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•Obtain SFP+ Module pairs (one placed in the TEN and paired with another in the Classic CAN) that are
appropriate for this installation. Table 8 identifies the available SFP+ Modules and the maximum range for
each.
Table 8. Supported SFP+ Modules
CommScope PN Description Maximum Range
76605 1 1 SFP+, 10GBase-SRR, Multi Mode OM3 300m
OM4 400m
76808 1 3 SFP+, 10GBase-LR, Single Mode 10km
78032 4 7 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-270 40km
78032 4 9 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-290 40km
78032 9 1 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-310 40km
78032 9 3 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-330 40km
78032 9 5 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-350 40km
78032 9 8 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-370 40km
78039 0 0 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-390 40km
78039 0 2 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-410 40km
78039 0 4 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-430 40km
78039 0 6 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-450 40km
78013 3 0 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-470 40km
78013 4 0 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-490 40km
78013 4 2 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-510 40km
78013 4 4 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-530 40km
78013 6 0 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-550 40km
78013 6 3 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-570 40km
78013 6 5 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-590 40km
78013 6 7 SFP+, 10GBase CWDM-610 40km
78322 0 4 SFP+, 10G BIDI TX1270/RX1330 40km
78322 0 6 SFP+, 10G BIDI TX1330/RX1270 40km

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OCTIS™ Universal Lever Assembly Kits
Scan the QR code to the right to watch the OCTIS SFP+ connector assembly video.
All CAP L2s include two OCTIS Universal Connector Kits (CommScope PN 7847069) for the interface to the
Classic CAN or TEN that plugs into Port 1 and Port 2 on the CAP L2. CommScope provides the two OCTIS Kits
for each CAP L2.
Figure 3 and Figure 4 show the LC Duplex connector. The single fiber assembly instructions are the same.
OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Instructions
The following instructions are for the OCTIS Universal Lever kit (CommScope PN: 7847069). For additional
information, please contact Radiall.
OCTIS™ is a trademark of Radiall. The following connector drawings and instructions were provided by
Radiall.
Table 9. CAP L2 OCTIS Kits
Kit Name CommScope PN Description
OCTIS Universal
Connector Kit
7847069 This is the connector that you use to seal the fiber cable port.
The OCTIS Universal Kit is provided with the CAP L2.
Fiber/Cable
Protective Kit
7823597 Use to protect fibers or cables; is 2m (78.7”) long.
NOTE: An Optical or Ethernet OCTIS Kit is required and
must be ordered separately.
Octis™ is a trademark of Radiall. The following connector drawings and instructions were provided by
Radiall.
OCTIS Kit Protective Kit

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Figure 3. OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Instructions
Figure 3 and Figure 4 show the LC Duplex connector at the cable termination. The BiDi (single fiber) cable
termination follows the same OCTIS assembly instructions.

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Figure 4. OCTIS Universal Lever Unmating Instructions
PLAN AND PREPARE FOR A FIBER CAP L2 INSTALLATION
Do the following before beginning installation.
1Review and know the information in "Maximum Number of Fiber CAP L2s Supported in an ERA System”
on page 15.
2Review and know the information in "Safely Working with ERA Hardware” on page 3.
3"Determine the CAP L2 Installation Site” on page 16, which includes understanding and meeting
requirements for:
•"Recommended Tools and Material” on page 18
•"CAP L2 Weights” on page 17
•"Recommended Tools and Material” on page 18
•"CAP L2 Dimensions” on page 17.
4Map out all cable runs.
5Identify and obtain all tools and materials required to complete the installation as described in
"Recommended Tools and Material” on page 18.
6Obtain any accessories required for this installation; see "CAP L2 Accessories and Options” on page 11.
7"Unpack and Inspect the CAP L2 and Optional Accessories” on page 18.
Maximum Number of Fiber CAP L2s Supported in an ERA System
When installing a Fiber CAP L2, you must observe the following rules.
•SMF or MMF connects the Fiber CAP L2 via its Optical Port to the OPT Card.
If the total used signal bandwidth is more than 320MHz a second fiber link is needed. It is connected to Optical
Port 2.
•You connect CAP L2s to an OPT Card installed in Slots L1, L2, L3, or L4 in the TEN or Classic CAN.
–Each OPT Card has four 10 Gbps ports (labeled 1 - 4) for fiber connections.

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–Depending on the transmit bandwidth requirements, you can connect up to four CAP L2s to each
OPT Card.
Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP L2
Use the power consumption matrix in Table 10 to calculate power consumption for a Fiber CAP L2, where
•the consumption numbers are at the CAP L2 power inputs and do not account for feed losses
•the maximum consumption numbers in Table 10 do not include the power consumed by any attached
auxiliary devices. Both CAP L2 power consumption and auxiliary device power must be included when
calculating feed losses.
Determine the CAP L2 Installation Site
When deciding on a suitable mounting site, observe the following rules; refer also to "Mounting Orientation
for Wall Mounts” on page 20. The Fiber CAP L2 is suitable for indoor installation.
The following sections provides weight and dimension requirements needed to determine the best
installation site for the Fiber CAP L2.
Fiber CAP L2s must be connected to OPT Cards installed in Slots L1, L2, L3, or L4 in a TEN or Classic CAN.
OPT Cards installed in WCS Slots L5 - L8 cannot be used to connect APs.
Table 10. CAP L2 Fiber Power Consumption
Configuration Voltage Range (V) Typical Power (W) Maximum Power (W)
Fiber CAP L2 136 Vdc to 60 Vdc 125 150
1 Does not include consumption of optional local DC supply.