LIGHTSPEED Technologies FTTX-K20 Hybrid FTTx Plus Networking Kit

Introduction
The FTTX-K20 kit from LightSpeed Technologies® is an affordable, easy-to-install package that streamlines fiber-to-the-home and business. The kit includes two enclosures designed to simultaneously route and manage broadband, network, and/or audio-visual fiber connections from an outdoor location to an indoor demarcation point. Unlike other demarcation wiring systems that are specific to broadband, networking, or audio/video, the FTTX-K20 includes innovative hybrid panels that manage single-model SC/APC connections (typically broadband), single-mode LC connections (typically long-range networking and AV), and multimode LC connections (typically short-range networking and AV) in a single enclosure. For added versatility, the FTTX-K20 hybrid panel system is also swappable and conforms to LGX standards, allowing integrators to quickly and easily customize fiber optic connections using off-the-shelf components. Installing the FTTX-K20 system is easy: simply mount the outdoor enclosure, mount the indoor enclosure, run and connect a compatible fiber optic cable between the two enclosures, and plug in the broadband, networking, and/or audio-visual equipment. If needed, LightSpeed Technologies® offers a variety of factory-terminated fiber optic cables built in various lengths and configurations. A fully populated FTTX-K20 enclosure requires ten strands of fiber in the following cable configuration:To future-proof installations, both the outdoor and indoor FTTX-K20 enclosures feature built-in cable management, cable coiling, and multiple entry and exit points to accommodate extra fiber optic cable for service loops, repairs, and retrofits. The FTTX-K20 kit is ideal for residential and commercial installations where affordable, quick, consistent, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing fiber optic connections are required.

Features

• FTTx demarcation wiring package including two enclosures with hybrid LGX panels
• Ideal for routing broadband, networking,g and/or audio-visual fiber-based signals between indoor and outdoor locations
• Included enclosures feature two simplex single mode SC/APC, two duplex single mode LC, and two duplex multimode LC connections
• Hybrid LGX panels are swappable and follow industry standards, allowing for quick customizations in the field.d
• Enclosures are outdoor-rated for exposure to water and UV
• Enclosures feature cable management and multiple entry/exit points supporting conduit connections up to 1 inch in diameter.

Package Contents

• 1 x factory-loaded outdoor enclosure
  • 1 x hybrid LGX panel
    • 2 x simplex single mode SC/APC
    • 2 x duplex single-mode LC
    • 2 x duplex multimode LC
  • 1 x copper ground lug
• 1 x factory-loaded indoor enclosure
  •  1 x hybrid LGX panel
    • 2 x simplex single mode SC/APC
    • 2 x duplex single-mode LC
    • 2 x duplex multimode LC
  • 1 x copper ground lug

Installation Best Practices & Requirements

• Ensure any fiber optic interconnect cable conforms to environmental standards. For example, a cable that will be exposed to water and/or UV should have an outdoor rating, whereas a cable that will be buried directly in soil should have a direct burial rating.
• Ensure the minimum bend radius of the fiber optic cable does not exceed the manufacturer’s specifications.
• When pulling and fishing the fiber optic cable, do not exceed the manufacturer’s pull-strength rating (typically 50 lbs or less).
• Additionally, do not pull the fiber optic cable by the connector assembly – always pull the cable using a pull eye affixed to the cable jacket.
• Mount the outdoor enclosure in a location where the temperature will not exceed a -40°F minimum temperature or a 176°F maximum temperature.
• When integrating a fiber optic cable with a conductive ground member (such as a tuneable drop cable or direct burial service cable), terminate the cable ground member to the outdoor enclosure ground lug following local building codes and requirements.
• Keep factory dust caps installed on all connectors, couplers, adapters, and other fiber optic ports until making the final connection. Fiber-based systems rely on optical light waves and optical lenses, and dirty connections will significantly affect signal performance.
• If the optical lenses on connectors or ports become dirty or contaminated, or if the installed system signal performance is weak, clean the connector and port optical lenses using fiber alcohol wipes and/or pen-style fiber optic cleaners.
• Optical equipment uses high-power non-visible light and can damage your vision and/or noncompatible optical instruments. Never look directly into an optical port or an optical connector.

1. Service Provider Cable Feed (contractor provided)
   Incoming service feed.
2. Remote Network and/or AV Feed (contractor provided)
   Outgoing network and/or audio-visual feeds.
3. Outdoor Enclosure
   The weather-rated enclosure connects and protects the incoming service feed and outgoing network and AV feeds while providing cable management and multiple secure cable entry and exit points.
4. Hybrid LGX Panel
   Hybrid LGX panel with connectivity for two simplex single mode SC/APC, two duplex single mode LC, and two duplex multimode LC connections.
5. Trunk Cable (contractor provided)
   Fiber optic trunk cable connecting the outdoor enclosure to the indoor enclosure.
6. Indoor EnclosureThe indoor enclosure connects and protects the incoming service feed and outgoing network and AV feeds while providing cable management and multiple secure cable entry and exit points.
7. Hybrid LGX Panel
   Hybrid LGX panel with connectivity for two simplex single mode SC/APC, two duplex single mode LC, and two duplex multimode LC connections.
8. ONT Cable Feed (contractor provided)
   Connection to the optical network terminal (modem).
9. Network/or AV Cable Feed (contractor provided)
   Connection to the network switch, media converters, HDMI over fiber optic extenders, and/or other signal distribution electronics.

Specifications

FAQs

Q: What are the typical uses of the different cables in the kit?
A: The single-mode cables are suitable for broadband applications, while the multimode and LC/UPC cables are designed for networking and AV purposes.

Q: Where can I purchase the FTTX-K20 Hybrid FTTx + Networking Kit?
A: The kit is exclusively available from Future Ready Solutions. You can visit their website at www.lightspeed-tech.com or contact them via email at info@lightspeed-tech.com or phone at 239.948.3789.

Documents / Resources

LIGHTSPEED Technologies FTTX-K20 Hybrid FTTx Plus Networking Kit [pdf] Installation Guide FTTX-K20, FTTX-K20 Hybrid FTTx Plus Networking Kit, Hybrid FTTx Plus Networking Kit, FTTx Plus Networking Kit, Networking Kit, Kit

References

• User Manual