Arris Touchstone TM608 User Manual

Touchstone® Telephony
TM608 Installation Guide
ARSVD01166
Release 6 Standard 1.0
Date: December 2008
Chapter 1: Planning the Installation
Use this chapter to plan the TelephonyModem installation.
Chapter 2: Installing the TelephonyModem
Use this chapter to install the TelephonyModem.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Information
This chapter describes troubleshooting features.
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Arris Touchstone TM608 Specifications

General

DOCSIS Standard	DOCSIS 3.0
Maximum Download Speed	343 Mbps
Maximum Upload Speed	131 Mbps
Ethernet Ports	1
Channels	8x4
Telephony Ports	2
Device Type	Cable Modem
Compatibility	Compatible with major cable internet providers

Summary

Planning the Installation

Environmental Requirements

Details environmental conditions for proper modem ventilation and cooling.

Site Location

Specifies recommended locations for modem installation, such as wiring closets.

Power Requirements

Outlines electrical power needs, voltage, and socket requirements for the modem.

Telephony Requirements

Defines copper wire loop length limits and connection types for telephony lines.

Network Requirements

Specifies Ethernet connection type and HFC network compatibility for data service.

RJ-21X Adaptor

Instructions for using the RJ-21X adaptor to connect to a punch-down block.

RJ-14/RJ-11 Adaptor

Guide for using RJ-14/RJ-11 adaptors for standard telephone cables.

IDC Adaptor

Details on using IDC adaptors for direct connection to telephone wiring.

Wall-Mounting Kit

Information on the wall-mounting kit for securing the modem to vertical surfaces.

Installing the Telephony Modem

Installation Overview

Provides a summary of procedures required for installing the TM608 modem.

Inspecting and Unpacking

Ensures all required components are present and the unit is undamaged upon arrival.

Preparing the Modem

Covers installing required accessories like adaptors before final modem setup.

Installing a Battery

Step-by-step guide for installing the backup battery in the modem.

Wall-Mounting the Modem

Procedure for mounting the modem on a wall or other vertical surface.

Rack-Mounting the Modem

Instructions for installing the modem into a standard 19-inch equipment rack.

Connecting Cables

Guidance on connecting the modem to power, network, and telephone lines.

Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies and explains the function of the modem's rear panel connectors.

Grounding Requirements

Specifies the grounding procedures for the coaxial cable and modem.

Installation Tools

Lists the necessary tools, such as a torque-limiting wrench for RF cables.

Troubleshooting Information

Front Panel LEDs

Explains the meaning of front panel LEDs for DOCSIS and telephony status.

Power-On Self Test Failure

Describes the LED pattern indicating a failure during the modem's power-on self test.

Foreign Voltage Pattern

Details the LED sequence indicating foreign voltage on telephone lines.

Normal Operation LED Patterns

Shows LED patterns observed during the modem's normal operation modes.

Startup Sequence LED Patterns

Illustrates LED patterns during the MTA and CM modem startup sequences.