Fluke FTAP-SX50-2X8 Installation instructions

8-Port Dual Output
Fiber Tap
FTAP-SX50-2X8
FTAP-SX62-2X8
FTAP-LX-2X8
HARDWARE GUIDE
PN 2530069
September 2005
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COMPLIANCE TESTING ii
CERTIFICATIONS ii
LIMITED WARRANTY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY iii
PREFACE 2
Audience 2
INTRODUCTION 3
HARDWARE INSTALLATION 4
Connection instructions 4–5
Signal detection display detail 6–7
SPECIFICATIONS 8
General 8
Performance 8
Power Levels 9
PANEL DESCRIPTION 10
Front panel 10
Rear panel 10–11
SWITCH REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT 12
FTAP-x-2X8 section removal 12–13
Switch section replacement 13
DAISY-CHAIN ADDRESSING 14
Connection instructions 14–15
Hardware installation 16–17
TROUBLESHOOTING 18
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 19
Avoiding rough handling 19
Cleaning carefully 19
Providing adequate ventilation 19
Safety information 19
Service and adjustment 19
CONTACTING FLUKE NETWORKS 20
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Table of Contents

The main section of this hardware guide is written assuming that you are installing a FTAP-x-2X8
Fiber Tap with a network appliance as the nerve center of a network analyzing system. Further, it is
assumed that switch configuration will take place at a central location using Fluke Networks MANAgents
software for Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP following the procedure outline in the MANAgents software guide.
AUDIENCE
This hardware guide is written for the person who must install and connect a FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap.
The installer is assumed to be familiar with Windows9x/NT/2000/XP, knows how networks operate,
and has operating knowledge of network appliances used in network analyzing configurations.
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Preface

Like many network managers, you know how critical your fiber networks are to your network strategy’s
success. Your network’s fiber links carry high volume traffic and are absolutely pivotal to your network’s
performance. With the Fluke Networks FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap, you can now handle network issues
remotely and seamlessly without making a visit to the site.
The FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap affords the ultimate in network integrity. The unique design allows for
effortless topology upgrades and enables the active components to be swapped without breaking
network links. It provides permanent bypass whether access is taking place or not, to meet whatever
monitoring or analysis requirements you may have, and it allows the sharing of network tools between
fiber segments. Your tools can be quickly and effectively deployed to the point of failure, expanding
visibility to the farthest reaches of your fiber networks.
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Introduction

CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
The typical installation described herein will be for a FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap with a network appliance.
The installation for a FTAP-SX50-2X8, FTAP-SX62-2X8 or FTAP-LX-2X8 Fiber Tap is similar and corresponds
to the FTAP-x-2X8 connectivity diagram as shown in Figure 1.
IMPORTANT
Before installing the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap, you must measure the network’s power level at the point
where the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap will be inserted. In order to minimize the bit error rate of the analysis
system, the input power to the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap from both the transmit and receive side of each segment
must be within the power level ranges recommended in the Specifications section of this hardware guide.
By optimizing the performance of the analyzer path, it will be able to detect and resolve network errors.
Figure 1. FTAP-x-2X8 connectivity diagram
IMPORTANT
Some documents and screens refer to Port 1 and Port 2 as Port A and Port B. They are the same thing
and can be used interchangeably.
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Link Link Link Link
Transport to Console
DRL460-6-6
Control Y-Cable
AB
Transport to Console
Fiber Cable
Network Appliance ANetwork Appliance B

CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS continued
1. Connect one of the network appliance adapter card Port 1 and Port 2 Rx connectors
to the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap TAP A1, A2 ports using two SC-to-SC cables (orange) for
multi-mode or two SC-to-SC cables (yellow) for single-mode.
2. Connect the other network appliance adapter card Port 1 and Port 2 Rx connectors
to the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap TAP B1, B2 ports using two SC-to-SC cables (orange) for
multi-mode or two SC-to-SC cables (yellow) for single-mode.
3. Connect the DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable DB9 male lead (labeled A) to the COM 1 port
of one network appliance. For single appliance installations, the DB9 male lead (labeled B)
has been factory tie-wrapped into a 2-inch coil — approximately eight inches from the
tap connector — so it can be easily stored above, below or hang behind the switch.
Remove the DB9 male lead (labeled B) tie-wrap to make the entire lead length available
for installation. Connect the DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable DB9 male lead (labeled B) to the
COM 1 port of the other appliance.
NOTE
The FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap uses a DRL470-6-6-6-6 control quad-cable to connect to the DB9 COM 1 port
of each network appliance.
4. Connect network fiber cables to the desired FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap CHANNEL ports.
NOTE
For dual SC connectors, slot key is up; Tx is left (light out of transmitter); and Rx is right (light into receiver).
5. Connect the miniature 4-pin male quick lock power supply connector into the POWER port
of the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap and then plug the power supply into the external power source
wall receptacle. The message Loading . . . OS Version x.xx will illuminate the graphic
display, indicating that it is powered. The Fiber Tap model number and switch status will scroll
on the display.
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SIGNAL DETECTION DISPLAY DETAIL
The signal detection built into the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap indicates the presence of a fiber optic signal,
determines the direction the signal is traveling, and displays a graphical representation of the signal
direction. The typical display described herein will be for a FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap as shown in the
examples below.
Figure 2. Connect the miniature 4-pin male quick lock power supply connector into the POWER port of the
FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap and then plug the power supply into the external power source wall receptacle.
Shortly after powering up, an initialization message (i.e., “loading”) will be displayed.
Figure 3. Next, the Fluke Networks logo will illuminate the display, indicating successful initialization.
Figure 4. The scrolling graphic displays the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap model number (FTAP-SX50-2X8, FTAP-SX62-2X8
or FTAP-LX-2X8, depending on your configuration) and switch status (TAP A = OFFLINE __and
TAP B = OFFLINE _ _). TAP A and TAP B are OFFLINE and all optical signals are ignored. The two
horizontal bars to the right of the OFFLINE port status indicates no optical signal is being processed
by either TAP A or TAP B data path.
Figure 5. Switch status (TAP B = CHAN #5). TAP B is connected to channel port 5. The first horizontal bar indicates
NO SIGNAL DETECTION from the network left port 5 receiver. The arrowhead on the second horizontal
bar indicates SIGNAL DETECTION from the network right port 5 receiver.
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SIGNAL DETECTION DISPLAY DETAIL continued
Figure 6. Switch status (TAP B = CHAN #5). TAP B is connected to channel port 5. The arrowhead on the
first horizontal bar indicates SIGNAL DETECTION from the network left port 5 receiver. The second
horizontal bar indicates NO SIGNAL DETECTION from the network right port 5 receiver.
Figure 7. Switch status (TAP B = CHAN #5). TAP B is connected to channel port 5. Arrowheads on both horizontal
bars indicates SIGNAL DETECTION from both the network left port 5 and right port 5 receivers.
Figure 8. Switch status (TAP B = DAISY). TAP B is connected to the next FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap in a DAISY
configuration . The first horizontal bar indicates SIGNAL DETECTION from the left DAISY port receiver,
which is connected to the next FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap. The second horizontal bar indicates NO SIGNAL
DETECTION from the right DAISY port receiver.
Figure 9. Switch status (TAP B = DAISY). TAP B is connected to the next FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap in a DAISY
configuration . Arrowheads on both horizontal bars indicate SIGNAL DETECTION from both the
left DAISY and the right DAISY port receiver.
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This WARNING symbol, when found in the hardware guide, indicates that the fluorescent
display module contains a high voltage source (70V DC). Display module capacitors store
energy and require more than one minute of discharge time to avoid personal injury or
equipment damage. Handle the display module with caution when power is applied.
The FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap provides effortless visibility into fiber networks with easy connectivity,
and it allows resource sharing of a network analyzer to meet your network analyzing requirements.
The tables below show the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap series capacity, network type, network connectivity,
product weight and shipping weight.
GENERAL
Nominal Power Requirements. The FTAP-x-2X8 has been provided with an external power
supply requiring 100–240V AC at 50–60Hz. This supply is provided as a standard, no charge accessory.
The DC voltage and current output ratings is 5V DC at 9.0A. This power supply is provided with
Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) circuits which separate hazardous voltages with a grounded system
on the primary input. The power supply has been certified by UL, CUL, and TUV and is CE approved.
PERFORMANCE
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Specifications
FEATURE SPECIFICATION
NOMINAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
100–240V AC at 50–60Hz / 5V DC at 9.0A
Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) power supply included
Certified by UL, CUL, and TUV; CE approved
NOMINAL POWER DISSIPATION 40W
OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE -30° to 65°C (-22° to 149°F)
HUMIDITY Less than 95% non-condensing
DIMENSIONS
(H) 44 mm x (W) 483 mm x (D) 280 mm
(H) 1.75" x (W) 19.00" x (D) 11.00"
(includes integral 19" rack mount brackets)
WEIGHT unit: 4.99kg (11lbs)
shipping: 7.71kg (17lbs)
FIBER TAP MODEL OPTICAL LEVEL WAVELENGTH FIBER TYPE SWITCH PORTS NETWORK CONNECTION
FTAP-SX50-2X8 1000BASE-SX shortwave 50μm multi-mode 2x8 dual SC
FTAP-SX62-2X8 1000BASE-SX shortwave 62μm multi-mode 2x8 dual SC
FTAP-LX-2X8 1000BASE-LX longwave single-mode 2x8 dual SC

POWER LEVELS
IMPORTANT
Before installing the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap, you must measure the network’s power level at the point where
the Fiber Tap will be inserted. In order to minimize the bit error rate of the analysis system, the input power
to the Fiber Tap from both the transmit and receive side of each segment must be within the power level
ranges recommended in table below. By optimizing the performance of the analyzer path, the analyzer will
be able to perform as it was designed to detect and resolve network errors.
NOTE
Dynamic Range dBm measurements include 4dB shift for spitter and connectors, also 1dB shift for output
power for connectors on top row
LX = Longwave, 1270 to 1355 nm, single-mode
SX = Shortwave, 770 to 860 nm, multi-mode
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Specifications
FIBER TAP MODEL OPTICAL LEVEL BIT RATE
DYNAMIC RANGE dBm, 1X10-12 BER
INPUT
CHANNEL 1–8
INPUT
DAISY
OUTPUT
TAP
FTAP-SX50-2X8 gigabit 1,250Mbps +4 to -13 0 to -16 -4 to -11
FTAP-SX62-2X8 gigabit 1,250Mbps +4 to -13 0 to -16 -4 to -11
FTAP-LX-2X8 gigabit 5kM parts 1,250Mbps +1 to -15 -3 to -18 -3 to -12.5

FRONT PANEL
The front panel of the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap is illustrated in Figure 10. The front panel has a scrolling
blue graphic vacuum fluorescent display that indicates the model and connection status of the FTAP-x-
2X8 Fiber Tap.
Figure 10. FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap front panel and display
REAR PANEL
The rear panels of the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap are illustrated in Figures 11–13. The rear panel is the
location for all cable connections and the power input connection. An explanation of each rear panel
legend follows.
Figure 11. FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap rear panel
1–8
These ports are dual SC connectors used for connection by insertion to the network, providing
network integrity.
TAP A1, A2, B1 AND B2
These SC connector ports are cabled to the NIC MONITOR card Port 1 and Port 2 Rx SC connectors,
respectively, of network analyzers. The FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap connects the selected network fiber
port (1–8) to the TAP A1, A2 or B1, B2 port, but two TAPS (i.e., TAP A1, A2 or B1, B2 port) cannot
be connected to the same channel at the same time.
DAISY A1, A2 AND B1, B2
These SC connector ports are respectively cabled to the next switch TAP A1, A2 or B1, B2 port when
the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap is daisy-chained.
CONTROL
This connector port is a shielded 4-pin female rectangular connector (USB-style) and is cabled to the
COM 1 port of the connected network analyzers. Because this port has a modified serial configuration,
supplied Fluke Networks control cabling must be used.
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Panel Description

REAR PANEL continued
LINK
This connector port is a shielded 4-pin female rectangular connector (USB-style) and is cabled
to the CONTROL port of the next Fiber Tap when daisy-chained.
POWER
POWER is supplied through a miniature 4-pin, female quick-lock circular connector used to connect
to either the provided 100–240V AC (50–60Hz) supply or external 5V DC power supply.
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Panel Description

FTAP-X-2X8 FIBER TAP SECTION REMOVAL
In the unlikely event the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap requires repair, it may be removed without the need to
remove the rack mounted chassis. The unique design allows for effortless topology upgrades and enables
the active components to be swapped without breaking network links, providing permanent bypass.
Typical removal is described as follows:
Figure 12. FTAP-x-2X8 rear panel thumbscrew locations
IMPORTANT
A warning symbol in the unit indicates that the fluorescent display module relies on a high
voltage 70V DC source. Display module capacitors store energy and require more than one
minute of discharge time to avoid personal injury or equipment damage. Handle the display
module with caution when power is on.
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Switch Removal and Replacement
Thumbscrews

Figure 13. Example of a tap section removal
1. Remove the miniature 4-pin, male quick lock power supply connector from the POWER port of
the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap.
2. Remove the DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable DB9 lead from the CONTROL port of the Fiber Tap.
3. DO NOT DISTURB THE NETWORK FIBER CABLES. Remove ONLY the DRL408-2m SC to SC cables
(orange) for multi-mode or DRL438-2m SC to SC cables (yellow) for single-mode from the TAP
and DAISY ports of the Fiber Tap.
4. Loosen the two rear panel thumbscrews, as shown in Figure 12, about 5 turns in a counter-
clockwise direction until they spring-free from the main chassis section threads. Apply gentle
but equal pressure to the thumbscrews to start the forward motion of the Fiber Tap section
and remove it from the rack enclosure as shown in Figure 13.
SWITCH SECTION REPLACEMENT
To reinstall the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap section into the rack enclosure, perform the FTAP-x-2X8
Fiber Tap Section Removal procedure in the reverse order of removal.
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Switch Removal and Replacement

CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
Two typical daisy-chain addressing installations are described.
INDIVIDUAL SWITCH ADDRESSING
1. For a single network appliance or PC installation, use a DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable to connect
the DB9 male lead (labeled A) to the COM 1 port of the network appliance or PC as shown
in Figure 14. For single network appliance installations, the DB9 male lead (labeled B) has
been factory tie-wrapped into a two-inch coil — approximately eight inches from the tap
connector — so it can be easily stored behind the Fluke Networks switch.
Figure 14. Connectivity diagram for individual daisy-chain addressing
2. Connect the miniature 4-pin male quick lock power supply connector into the POWER port
of the Fiber Tap, and plug the power supply into the external power source wall receptacle.
The model number and switch status will scroll on the display.
3. Set the address of each individual switch using the SET SWITCH ADDRESS function as described
in the control pull-down menu section of the Fluke Networks MANAgents software guide.
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Daisy-Chain Addressing
B
DRL460-6-6 Control Y-Cable
A
Server or PC

GROUP SWITCH ADDRESSING
1. For a single network appliance or PC installation, use a DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable to connect
the DB9 male lead (labeled A) to the COM 1 port of the network appliance or PC as shown in
Figure 15. For a multiple network appliance installation, remove the DB9 male lead (labeled B)
tie-wrap to make the entire lead length available for installation. Connect the DB9 male lead
(labeled B) to the COM 1 port of the other network appliance.
2. Connect the LINK port of the first FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap to the CONTROL port of the second
FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap using a DRL448-6 cable. Any subsequent daisy-chained FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber
Tap has the LINK port connected to the CONTROL port of the next FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap using
a DRL448-6 cable.
3. Connect a miniature 4-pin male quick lock power supply connector into the POWER port of
each FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap and then plug each power supply into the external power source wall
receptacle. The message Loading . . . OS Version x.xx will illuminate, indicating power
is on. The Fiber Tap model number and switch status will scroll on the front display.
4. Set the address of each individual switch using the SET SWITCH ADDRESS function as described
in the control pull-down menu section of the Fluke Networks MANAgents software guide.
Figure 15. Connectivity diagram for group daisy-chain addressing
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Daisy-Chain Addressing
Transport to Console
DRL460-6-6
Control Y-Cable
A
Network Appliance A
DRL448-6
Control Cable
DRL448-6
Control Cable
DRL448-6
Control Cable
B

HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Prior to installing in a daisy-chain, the address of each FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap must be set either individually
or as a group — as described in the Fluke Networks MANAgents software guide. Also please note that
the daisy-chaining capability is limited to four 2x8 switches, providing access up to 32 fiber links.
IMPORTANT
Before installing the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap, you must measure the network’s power level at the point where the
FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap will be inserted. In order to minimize the bit error rate of the analysis system, the input
power to the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap from both the transmit and receive side of each segment must be within
the ranges recommended in power level table found in the Specifications section of this hardware guide.
By optimizing the performance of the analyzer path, the analyzer will be able to perform as it was designed to
detect and resolve network errors.
The explanation below will focus on the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap configuration shown in Figure 15.
To make interconnection between multiple FTAP-x-2X8 and individual network fiber links, follow
the steps below:
1. Connect one of the network appliance adapter card Port 1 and Port 2 Rx connectors respectively
to the TAP A1 and A2 ports using DRL408-2m SC to SC multi-mode fiber cables.
2. Connect the other network appliance adapter card Port 1 and Port 2 Rx connectors to the
TAP B1 and B2 ports, respectively, using DRL408-2m SC to SC multi-mode fiber cables.
3. Connect the DAISY A1, A2, B1 and B2 ports of the first switch respectively to the TAP A1,
A2, B1 and B2 ports of the second switch, using DRL408-2m SC to SC multi-mode fiber cables.
Any subsequent daisy-chained switches respectively have their DAISY A1, A2, B1 and B2 ports
connected to the TAP A1, A2, B1 and B2 ports of the next switch, using DRL408-2m multi-mode
fiber cables.
4. Connect the DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable DB9 male lead (labeled A) to the COM 1 port of one
network appliance. For single network appliance installations, the DB9 male lead (labeled B)
has been factory tie-wrapped into a two-inch coil approximately eight inches from the common
connector, so it can be easily stored above, below or hang behind the Fluke Networks switch.
Remove the DB9 male lead (labeled B) tie-wrap to make the entire lead length available for
installation. Connect the DRL460-6-6 control Y-cable DB9 male lead (labeled B) to the COM 1
port of the other network appliance.
5. Connect network fiber cables to the desired FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap CHANNEL port.
6. Connect the power supply miniature 4-pin male quick lock connector into the POWER port of
the FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap and then plug the power supply into the external power source wall
receptacle. The message Loading . . . OS Version x.xx illuminates the graphic display,
indicating power is on. The FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap model number and switch status will scroll on
the display. After the daisy-chain hardware installation is complete, the switch control software
must be configured or reconfigured. Refer to the Fluke Networks MANAgents software guide.
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Daisy-Chain Addressing

Figure 16. FTAP-x-2X8 Fiber Tap daisy-chain control installation connectivity diagram
Daisy-Chain Addressing
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Transport to Console
DRL460-6-6
Control Y-Cable
AB
Transport to Console
DRL448-6
Control Cable
DRL448-6
Control Cable
DRL448-6
Control Cable
Fiber Cable
Fiber Cable
Fiber Cable
Fiber Cable
Network Appliance ANetwork Appliance B