Genexis G2420 / G2472 FiberTwist-Series Installation Guide

Device Overview

Installation Guide

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Box Contents

• Genexis FiberTwist (active device)
• Power adapter
• Label (self-adhesive)
• Installation Guide (this document)

Label Position

The product label is positioned on the back of the active device.

Preparation

Ensure there is a power socket within reach of where the device is being installed.

Important: Instructions need to be followed precisely and uninterrupted. This minimizes the risk of damage to the fiber optic connectors, causing a severe degradation of signal quality.

Remove Blind Cover (if present)

Follow these steps to remove the blind cover:

1. Press and hold the unlock button (refer to the Button Overview section).
2. Rotate the Blind Cover counterclockwise until it stops.
3. Remove the Blind Cover from the baseplate (FTU) by pulling it towards yourself.
4. Store the Blind Cover in a safe place.

[Illustration description: Hands are shown performing the steps to remove the blind cover, involving pressing a button, rotating the cover, and pulling it off.]

Remove Dust Cap

Follow these steps to remove the dust cap:

1. Take the FiberTwist out of the box.
2. The dust cap is connected to a red string located on the rear of the FiberTwist.
3. Remove the dust cap by pulling the red string.
4. Store the dust cap in a safe place.

[Illustration description: A hand is shown pulling a red string attached to a dust cap on the rear of the FiberTwist device.]

Connect the FiberTwist

Follow these steps to connect the FiberTwist:

1. Place the FiberTwist on the FTU at a 30-degree angle as shown in the accompanying illustration.
2. Rotate clockwise until it clicks into place.
3. Ensure the FiberTwist is aligned squarely on the FTU, with each edge lining up directly with the FTU below.

Your FiberTwist is now installed!

[Illustration description: Hands are shown placing the FiberTwist onto the FTU at an angle and rotating it clockwise to secure it.]

Connecting the FiberTwist

1. If required, connect your television / set-top box to the TV port with a coax cable.
2. If required, connect your personal devices to the LAN ports via an RJ45 network cable.
3. Connect the supplied power adapter to the FiberTwist and plug the adapter into a power socket.

If at some point in the future it becomes necessary to uninstall the FiberTwist, please place the Blind Cover back on the FTU immediately and put the dust cap back on the FiberTwist.

Warning: The FiberTwist is a Class 1 laser product.