VeEX CX180F Manual

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USER MANUAL
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applicable, however the absence of such identication does not affect the legal status of any trademark.
CX180F/CX180R
Forward and Return Path Monitoring System
Hardware Installation Guide

Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................3
2.0 ABOUT THIS GUIDE ..................................................................................3
3.0 SAFETY INFORMATION ...........................................................................4
4.0 GETTING STARTED ...................................................................................5
4.1 What’s Included .............................................................................................................5
4.2 Tools Required ..............................................................................................................5
4.3 Product Features and Characteristics ........................................................................ 5
4.3.1 Front Panel ..................................................................................................... 6
4.3.2 Rear Panel ..................................................................................................... 6
4.3.3 Grounding ....................................................................................................... 6
4.4 Safety Guidelines ...........................................................................................................6
5.0 INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................8
5.1 Installing the CX180F/R in a Rack ................................................................................ 8
5.2 Connecting the RF Ports ............................................................................................... 9
5.3 Connecting the Power ................................................................................................. 10
5.4 Disconnecting the Power ............................................................................................ 10
5.5 Starting the System ..................................................................................................... 10
6.0 POWER CONSUMPTION .........................................................................11
7.0 WARRANTY AND SOFTWARE ................................................................11
8.0 CERTIFICATIONS AND DECLARATIONS................................................12
9.0 ABOUT VEEX ...........................................................................................13
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Only trained and qualied personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or ser-
vice this equipment.
Improper or unsafe use can cause physical harm and damage equipment.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The CX180F is a rack mount monitoring system to check the performance of analog and digital channels being
transmitted downstream or toward customers across a CATV HFC network. Equipped with key signal parameters
including level, BER, MER, and Constellation are measured continuously and non-intrusively. Advanced spec-
trum analysis scans the entire operating frequency band, detects ingress which can lead to signal impairment
and/or failure. The ReVeal CX180F controller/server package that forms an integral part of the system, continu-
ously checks for signal values that exceed user dened thresholds. Out of tolerance parameters trigger alarms
which inform and alert the headend operator of problematic links and service.
The CX180R is a rack mount headend system that completes the requirement of DOCSIS 3.0 deployment
where higher QAM on the return path becomes necessary and mandatory. The compact 1U rack mount chassis
supports simultaneous and continuous ingress scanning of all 10 ports at a fast sweep rate of 200ms and dual
ports are available for return path spectrum, QAM, MER, BER, and Constellation analysis. The unique system
architecture is an affordable entry solution that can be scaled easily for future network expansions. The system is
completed by a controller software package offering 3D graphics for detailed analysis of ingress, alarm detection/
generation and trouble ticket management. A server option coupled to the system is capable of storing 30 days
of ingress monitoring data for reference.
2.0 ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Every effort was made to ensure that the information contained in this installation guide is accurate. Information
is subject to change without notice and we accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In case of dis-
crepancy, the web version takes precedence over any printed literature.
(c) Copyright 2012 VeEX Inc. All rights reserved. VeEX, VePAL are registered trademarks of VeEX Inc and/or its
afliates in the the USA and certain other countries. All trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of
their respective companies. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted electronically or other-
wise without written permission from VeEX Inc.
This device uses software either developed by VeEX Inc or licensed by VeEX Inc from third parties. The software
is condential and proprietary of VeEX Inc. The software is protected by copyright and contains trade secrets of
VeEX Inc or VeEX’s licensors. The purchaser of this device agrees that it has received a license solely to use the
software as embedded in the device, and the purchaser is prohibited from copying, reverse engineering, decom-
piling, or disassembling the software
Audience
This guide is intended for system administrators, engineers, and operators who install and manage the CX-
180F/R. Users who perform these tasks should be familiar not only with the CX180F/R hardware and cabling,
but also with electronic circuitry, wiring practices, and safety precautions.
For more technical resources, visit VeEX Inc website at www.veexinc.com.
If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this product, call or email our customer care de-
partment for customer support. Before contacting our customer care, have the serial number ready.
Customer Care:
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.veexinc.com
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Caution
Warning
Grounding
Hot Surface
Indicator
This symbol means “reader be careful.” In this situation, you might do something that could
result in equipment damage or loss of data.
This symbol means that the task may present physical danger. You are in a situation that could
cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, you must be aware of the hazards
involved with electrical circuitry and familiarize yourself with standard practices for preventing
accidents.
Protective earth conductor terminal.
The location of the earth ground on the CX180F/R is shown below (DC powered version).
Panels and connectors may be hot.
3.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety precautions should be observed during all phases of
operation of this instrument. The instrument has been de-
signed to ensure safe operation, however, please observe
all safety markings and instructions. Do not operate the in-
strument in the presence of ammable gases or fumes or
any other combustible environment. VeEX Inc. assumes no
liability for the customer’s failure to comply with safety pre-
cautions and requirements.
Safety Symbols
This section includes warning symbols that appear in this manual. Before working on equipment, be aware of the
hazards involved with electrical circuitry and standard safety practices to prevent accidents.
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4.0 GETTING STARTED
4.1 What’s Included
The following items are included in the box:
yUSB/Serial Port adaptor
yMounting brackets
yAC Power adaptor
yDocumentation CD
4.2 Tools Required
yPhillips Screwdriver
4.3 Product Features and Characteristics
yPrimary power
ySecondary power
ySerial port
yEthernet port
yGround
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4.3.1 Front Panel
The front panel of the CX180F/R contains input connectors and status LEDs.
4.3.2 Rear Panel
Connector Label Function
DC1-DC2 Power input, DC1 main input, DC2 (if ordered) secondary input
RS-232 Serial console port for system management
10/100 BT Network Management System port, RJ-45 connector port -Provides a di-
rect Fast Ethernet link for out-of-band management trafc
4.3.3 Grounding
Provide grounding connector.
4.4 Safety Guidelines
This section provides general safety guidelines to prevent injury during equipment installation and operation. It
includes the following:
yElectrical Equipment Guidelines
yChassis Lifting Guidelines
Only trained and qualied personnel should install, replace, or service this equipment.
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the
equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropri-
ate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable ground-
ing is available.
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during lightning activity.
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Electrical Equipment Guidelines
yAlways unplug the power cable before installing or removing a chassis.
yLocate the emergency power-off switch for the room in which you are working. If an electrical
accident occurs, turn off the power immediately.
yDo not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.
yNever assume that power is disconnected from a circuit. Always check.
yIf an electrical accident occurs, proceed as follows:
oUse caution. Do not become a victim yourself.
oTurn off power to the system.
oIf possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of
the victim and then call for help.
oDetermine whether the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions,
then take appropriate action.
Chassis Lifting Guidelines
A fully congured CX180F/R weighs approximately 11 pounds (5 Kilograms). The chassis is not intended to be
moved frequently. Before you install the CX180F/R, plan chassis placement and ensure that your site is properly
prepared so you can avoid having to move the chassis later to accommodate power sources and network con-
nections.
Whenever you lift the chassis, follow these guidelines:
yAlways disconnect all external cables before lifting or moving the chassis.
yEnsure that your footing is solid, and balance the weight of the object between your feet.
yLift the chassis slowly; never move suddenly or twist your body as you lift.
yKeep your back straight and lift with your legs, not your back. If you must bend down to lift the
chassis, bend at the knees, not at the waist, to reduce the strain on your lower back muscles.
yLift the chassis from the bottom; grasp the underside of the chassis exterior with both hands.
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5.0 INSTALLATION
This chapter explains how to mount and physically install the CX180F/R.
5.1 Installing the CX180F/R in a Rack
The CX180F/R is designed to accommodate a standard 19-inch mounting rack.
Caution must be exercised when rack mounting this or any other type of equipment.
Ensure that all equipment is properly secured along the specied hardware. Equipment
must be installed in a safe manner to prevent overloading, tipping over, or other unsafe
conditions.
To rack mount the chassis:
Install rack mounting brackets
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Install chassis to rack
When installing equipment, ensure adequate ventilation is available. Inadequate ventila-
tion will result in higher than normal operating temperatures and may result in degraded
operation. Additional care must be used when installing in enclosed racks, or when co-lo-
cated with other equipment that may increase ambient temperatures.
Always ensure the system receives sufcient airow such that it will operate within the speci-
ed operating temperature range.
5.2 Connecting the RF Ports
When connecting the QAM/Burst Receiver ports to the HFC network, take note of the following:
When connecting the F-connector on the cable to the RF connector on the CX180F/R
chassis, always use a torque wrench to set the tightness to 15 inch-lbs. Do not simply
hand-tighten the F-connectors. F-connectors that are too loose can cause RF leakage.
F-connectors that are too tight can damage the RF port electronics.
Rear panels and connectors may be hot.
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5.3 Connecting the Power
When connecting the unit to Power, take note of the following:
Take care when connecting units to the supply circuit so that wiring is not overloaded.
The CX180F/R begins to boot up as soon as the power switch is turned on.
5.4 Disconnecting the Power
1. Turn the power switch of the CX180F/R to “OFF”.
2. Unplug the power plug from the DC power receptacle.
5.5 Starting the System
After installing the CX180F/R and connecting the required cables, please congure the IP address of the system
to match the specic operation needs.
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6.0 POWER CONSUMPTION
The following is a statement from VeEX on the power consumption of its Monitoring Devices:
yCX180F -10x4 – 110V AC or 48V DC – consumes 20W per probe
yCX180R – 110V AC or 48V DC – consumes 20W per probe
Please note that 110V and 48V are available but are mutually exclusive.
7.0 WARRANTY AND SOFTWARE
Warranty Period: The warranty period for hardware, software and rmware is three (3) years from the date of
shipment to the customer. The warranty period AC adapter, and USB adaptors is limited to one (1) year.
Hardware Coverage: VeEX Inc warrants hardware products against defects in materials and workmanship.
During the warranty period, VeEX will, at its sole discretion, either
yRepair the products
yReplace hardware that proves to be defective
provided that the products that the customer elects to replace is returned to VeEX Inc by the customer, along with
proof of purchase, within thirty (30) days of the request by the customer, freight prepaid.
Software Coverage: VeEX Inc warrants software and rmware materials against defects in materials and work-
manship. During the warranty period, VeEX will, at its sole discretion, either
yRepair the products
yReplace software and/or rmware which proves to be defective
provided that the products that the customer elects to replace is returned to VeEX Inc by the customer, along with
proof of purchase, within thirty (30) days of the request by the customer, freight prepaid.
Additionally, during the warranty period, VeEX Inc will provide, without charge to the customer, all xes, patches
and enhancements to the purchased software, rmware and software options. VeEX Inc does not warrant that
all software or rmware defects will be corrected. New enhancements attached to a software option require the
option to be purchased (at the time of order or the time of upgrade) in order to benet from such enhancements.
Limitations: The warranty is only for the benet of the customer and not for the benet of any subsequent pur-
chaser or licensee of any merchandise (hardware, software, rmware and/or accessories)
Revoking the warranty: VeEX Inc does not guarantee or warrant that the operation of the hardware, software or
rmware will be uninterrupted or error-free. The warranty will not apply in any of the following cases:
yImproper or inadequate maintenance by the customer
yDamage due to software installed by the customer on the unit without prior authorization (written)
from VeEX Inc.
yUnauthorized alteration or misuse
yDamage occurred from operating the unit from outside the environmental specications for the
product
yImproper installation by the customer
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8.0 CERTIFICATIONS AND DECLARATIONS
What is CE?
The CE marking is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to indi-
cate conformity with the essential health and safety requirements set out in European
Directives. To permit the use of a CE mark on a product, proof that the item meets the
relevant requirements must be documented.
Use of this logo implies that the the unit conforms to requirements of European Union
and European Free Trade Association (EFTA). EN61010-1
Click here for CE Declaration of Conformity relating to VeEX products
What is RoHS?
RoHS is the acronym for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. Also known as Direc-
tive 2002/95/EC, it originated in the European Union and restricts the use of specic
hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products. All applicable products
imported into the EU market after July 1, 2006 must pass RoHS compliance.
Click here for ROHS Statement relating to VeEX products
Safety and Regulatory Agency Compliance
The CX180F/R complies with the safety and regulatory agency standards listed below when installed in accor-
dance with this guide.
Product Safety
Representative samples of this product have been evaluated by a Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL)
and meet the applicable United States, Canadian, and International safety standards:
yANSI/UL 60950-1 - UL Standard for Safety for Information Technology Equipment Safety
yCAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 - Standard for Safety for Information Technology Equipment Safety
yEN60950-1
EMC
The CX180F/R has been tested and meets the following requirements:
yEN-55022, class A
yEN-55023
yFCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A
yFCC Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that:
Product Name: CX180F/R
To which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative documents:
yANSI C63.4-1992 Methods of Measurement
yFederal Communications Commission 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B
y15.107 (b) Class A Conducted Limits
y15.109 (b) Class A Radiated Emission Limits
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 radi-
ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this 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.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by VeEX, Inc. may void the user’s authority to use this equip-
ment.
9.0 ABOUT VEEX
VeEX Inc, the Verication EXperts, is an innovative designer and manufacturer of test and measurement solu-
tions addressing numerous technologies. Global presence through a worldwide distribution channel provides
uncompromised product support.
Visit us online at www.veexinc.com for latest updates and additional documentation.
VeEX Incorporated
2827 Lakeview Court
Fremont, CA 94538
USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Customer Care
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
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