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CommScope ERA CAP M2 User Manual

CommScope ERA CAP M2
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CommScope ERA
®
CAP M2 with Fiber Interface
2
nd
Generation Medium Power Carrier Access Point
Installation Guide M0203AHA_uc August 2022

Table of Contents

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CommScope ERA CAP M2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCommScope
ModelERA CAP M2
CategoryWireless Access Point
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Document Overview

Document Revision History

Details changes made to the document across revisions.

Document Cautions and Notes

Lists warnings, cautions, and notes used throughout the document.

Safely Working with ERA Hardware

Health and Safety Precautions

Essential precautions for safe operation and installation of ERA hardware.

Abbreviations Used in this Guide

Glossary of acronyms and abbreviations used in the installation guide.

Property Damage Warnings

Important warnings to prevent damage to equipment during installation and operation.

General Installation Safety Requirements

General safety guidelines applicable to all installation procedures.

Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge

Procedures to prevent damage from Electro-Static Discharge (ESD).

Compliance

Information regarding regulatory compliance and standards.

Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance

Explains compliance labels and symbols used on the equipment.

Maximum Output Power Levels

Required Antenna Distances

Specifies minimum distances required between antennas for compliance.

Fiber CAP M2 Overview

Connectors and LED for the Fiber CAP M2

Identifies and describes the connectors and LED indicators on the CAP M2.

CAP M2 Accessories and Options

Lists available accessories and optional components for the CAP M2.

Mounting Kits

Details the available mounting kits for installing the CAP M2.

SFP+ Module Kits

Information on SFP+ modules required for fiber connectivity.

OCTIS™ Universal Lever Assembly Kits

Information about OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Kits for fiber connections.

OCTIS Universal Lever Assembly Instructions

Step-by-step instructions for assembling OCTIS Universal Lever connectors.

PLAN AND PREPARE FOR A Fiber CAP M2 INSTALLATION

Maximum Number of Fiber CAP M2s Supported in an ERA System

Guidelines on the maximum number of CAP M2 units supported in an ERA system.

Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP M2

How to calculate the power consumption requirements for the CAP M2 unit.

Determine the CAP M2 Installation Site

Criteria and considerations for selecting an appropriate installation site for the CAP M2.

CAP M2 Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the CAP M2 for site planning.

CAP CAP M2 Weights

Details the weights associated with the CAP M2 for installation planning.

Recommended Tools and Material

Lists the necessary tools and materials for installation.

Unpack and Inspect the CAP M2 and Optional Accessories

Instructions for unpacking and inspecting the CAP M2 and its accessories.

Obtain the Required Materials

Guidance on acquiring all necessary components for the installation.

MOUNT THE FIBER CAP M2

General Mounting Cautions

General safety precautions to be observed during CAP M2 mounting.

Wall Mount a CAP M2

Procedures for mounting the CAP M2 onto a wall.

Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts

Recommendations for orienting the CAP M2 when wall mounted.

Mounting CAP M2 with a Wall Mounting Kit

Step-by-step guide for mounting the CAP M2 using a wall mounting kit.

Mounting a CAP M2 with a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional)

Instructions for mounting the CAP M2 with an optional hybrid fiber splice box.

Prepare for CAP M2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit Installation

Preparatory steps before installing the hybrid fiber splice box kit.

Assembling and Wiring the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box

How to assemble and wire the hybrid fiber splice box.

Wire the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box

Detailed steps for wiring the hybrid fiber splice box.

Wall Mount a CAP M2 Using a CAP M2 Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (optional)

Mounting the CAP M2 with the hybrid fiber splice box kit.

CONNECT THE CABLES TO THE FIBER CAP M2

Ground the Fiber CAP M2 (Optional)

Procedure for grounding the CAP M2 if required by local codes.

Connect the Fiber CAP M2 to a Passive RF Antenna

Steps to connect the CAP M2 to a passive RF antenna.

Clean the RF Cable Connectors

Instructions for cleaning RF cable connectors to ensure proper performance.

Connect the Optical Fiber

Guide for connecting the optical fiber cable to the CAP M2.

Installing SFP+ Modules in the CAP M2

Steps for installing SFP+ modules into the CAP M2.

Connect the Fiber CAP M2 to a Classic CAN or TEN

Instructions for connecting the CAP M2 to a Classic CAN or TEN.

POWERING ON A FIBER CAP M 2

CAP M2 AC Power Cable

Details the AC power cable specifications and connections for the CAP M2.

CAP M2 DC Power Cable

Details the DC power cable specifications and connections for the CAP M2.

Connect the CAP M2 Power

Steps for connecting the power supply to the CAP M2.

Connect the Mains Power to the CAP M2

Procedures for connecting the AC or DC mains power to the CAP M2.

Power the CAP M2

Explains how to power on the CAP M2 and its LED behavior.

Connect a Hybrid Fiber Splice Box

How to connect the CAP M2 using a hybrid fiber splice box for power and fiber.

CONTACTING CommSCOPE

CMS Global Technical Support

Information on how to contact CommScope's technical support team.

Telephone Helplines

Provides telephone numbers for live support and assistance.

Online Support

Information on accessing online support resources and submitting tickets.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling

Information on recycling arrangements for electrical and electronic equipment.

Hardware to Software Mapping Information

Mobility Solutions Technical Training

Details on accessing technical training for CommScope products.

Accessing ERA Series User Documentation

Guidance on how to access user documentation for the ERA series.

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