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Broadband Applications & Construction ManualBOSTM BrightPath® Optical Solutions

A BrightPath node-based system installation typically happens in three phases:Distribution cable installation and pedestal placementA cabling crew ins

BrightPath cablesDistribution cable optionsBrightPath DA/BP cable, an armored cable with a central tube design, is used for direct burial or in buried

BrightPath componentsTap enclosure and optical tap moduleThe tap enclosure consists of three main sections; a distribution side for con-nection to the

Cable and components storage and handlingCable storage While both the cable and fiber optic cable in conduit (FOCIC) are built to work in buried envir

Route surveyPrior to installation, a careful route survey should be done to determine the best path for the distribution cable and the location for th

Buried installation of BrightPath® distribution cableBrightPath cable can be either directly buried or buried as fiber optic cable in conduit (FOCIC).

Vibratory plowing cable/FOCICCommScope strongly recommends a professionally-engineered single or double feed tube plow blade with a tube at least 1/2

Vibratory plowing cable/FOCIC - preparing pedestal locationsStop the plow at each pedestal location. Draw at least 15 feet (4.6 m) of cable/FOCIC thro

Trenching cable/FOCIC - runs of 1000 feet (304 m) or longerThis technique is recommended for runs of 1000 feet (304 m) and longer, but can be used for

Conduit removal and placing the pedestalCut and remove the conduitIf placing FOCIC, mark two ring cut locations on the conduit 14 feet (4.3 m) apart o

Trenching FOCIC - runs of less than 1000 feet (304 m)This technique is used for runs of less than 1000 feet. The length of the cable/FOCIC should be t

Trenching FOCIC - runs of less than 1000 ft (304 m)Cut and remove the conduitIf placing FOCIC, ring cut the conduit at the midpoint of the half loop.

Trenching cable - runs of any distanceThis technique may used for cable runs of any distance. The length of the cable should be the length of the tren

Aerial installation of BrightPath® distribution cableWhile buried installation is the preferred method for placing BrightPath distribution cable, aeri

Aerial installation - drive-off / moving reel set-up and lashingTrailer set-upPay the cable off the top of the reel rotating toward the rear of the ca

Aerial installation - drive-off / moving reel - passing the polePassing the poleAttach a lashing wire clamp far enough from the pole to accommodate th

Installation - overlashing existing cableOverlash cable placementOverlashing cables onto existing cable plant is similar to installing cable onto new

Optical node attachment for node-based systemsNOTE: Proceed to Section 8 if installing a direct system.The optical node splits optical signal from the

Optical node installation outlineGround the node prior to opening it. A split-bolt grounding nut is provided. For pedestal mounting, the grounding nut

Optical tap installation - introduction Once the distribution cable is placed, it can be entered and attached inside the optical tap enclosure. The en

Table of Contents 0.1 BrightPath® Installation Guide Table of contentsSection 1 ... IntroductionSection 2 ... Safety standa

Midspan entry of BrightPath® distribution cableDetails for midspan entry for the suggested BrightPath distribution cables are contained in CommScope’s

Splicing Fiber splicing – overviewOnce the fiber has been exposed and the cable secured in the housing, the fiber can be spliced. Fiber splicing requi

Splicing The following instructions are general practice for fusion splicing. Refer to the instructions that came with the splicer on how much buffer

Arranging and testing the fiber Once the mechanical sleeves have been heat-shrunk, snap them into the slots to the left of the fiber management tracks

IntroductionThe drop cable connects the tap to the NID/NIU located on the structure. As outlined on page 3.5, the drop cable is either the DF/BP flat

Planning the dropThe time taken in examining the route prior to installation is well spent and can help you avoid problems later on. You need to be aw

Attachment examples for running the dropPedestal and NID/NIU locations should be considered with both ROW and grounding issues. The top example shows

Attaching and grounding the NIDSpecific instructions for attaching and installing the NID/NIU are contained in the BrightPath® NIU Installation docume

Buried installation - plow from the pedestalBrightPath® drop cable may be installed by trenching or plowing. BrightPath drop cables should be buried t

Buried installation - trench from the residenceBrightPath® drop cables should be buried to a minimum depth of 12 in. (30 cm) or 18 in. (45 cm) in cold

Table of contentsSection 7 ... Optical node installation 7.1 Node description 7.2 Node installationSection 8 ... Optic

Aerial installationAerial installation is an alternate method to run the BrightPath® drop. If considering this method, make sure that there are no loc

Aerial installation - pull the cable and attach the cableStarting from the residence, walk the cable end to where the tap will be located. Don’t let t

Attach the cable to the residenceUsing a ladder or a lift truck, climb up to the attachment point and screw or drive a P-hook or Q-hook into the resi-

Run the cable to the NIDRoute the cable from the attachment point to the entry point for the NID. The path should follow the architectural details of

Connector CleaningClean connectors are essential to the proper operation of the BrightPath® system. Even a small dust particle can cause transmission

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How to use the BrightPath® Installation GuideThe BrightPath Installation Guide is written for the cable installation professional who is preparing the

Installation safety issuesConstruction of a broadband cable system requires a substantial amount of manpower, tools and equipment. Underground and aer

BrightPath system - direct connection for up to 12.4 miles (20 km)The BrightPath solution starts at the point where the HFC fiber normally transitions

A BrightPath direct system installation typically happens in three phases:Distribution cable installation and pedestal placementA cabling crew install

BrightPath system - node-based connection for up to 21.7 miles (35 km)The BrightPath node-based solution starts at the point where the HFC fiber norma