CommScope SYSTIMAX InstaPATCH 360 Instructions Manual

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SYSTIMAX 360

™

Ultra High-Density Shelf Instructions

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General

The SYSTIMAX 360

™

ultra high-density (UHD) shelf, 3603D-1U-UP, is a 19-inch (483mm) wide fiber optic shelf

that provides three positions for InstaPATCH

360 UHD modules or UHD panels. A unique pivoting feature

allows access to the high-density connector patching field. The shelf provides a secure, enclosed slack trunk

cable storage and features a removable cover. It is intended for indoor use, but may be used outdoors in a

suitable protective enclosure. The shelf is available as an empty shelf where modules or panels are not included

and must be ordered separately or in preloaded versions that include modules (in ALPHA or BETA orientation) or

panels. Additional shelf configurations provide for fusion splicing when using LC pass-thru panels.

Ordering information is listed below:

Material ID Part No. Description

760110999

3603D-1U-UP

Fiber shelf, 1U, UHD, empty

760136457 3603D-1U-144LC-LS-A 3603D-1U-UP UHD shelf with three 3603M-48LC-LS UHD

modules in

ALPHA orientation

760136465 3603D-1U-144LC-LS-B 3603D-1U-UP UHD shelf with three 3603M-48LC-LS UHD

modules in

BETA orientation

760136432 3603D-1U-144LC-SM-A 3603D-1U-UP UHD shelf with three 3603M-48LC-

SM UHD modules in

ALPHA orientation

760136440 3603D-1U-144LC-SM-B 3603D-1U-UP UHD shelf with three 3603M-48LC-

SM UHD modules in

BETA orientation

760136473

3603D-1U-72MPO

3603D-1U-UP UHD shelf with three 3603P-24MPO UHD panels

760149054

3603D-1U-144LC-TS-DP

Splice shelf with three TeraSPEED

(SM) LC pass-thru panels

760149062 3603D-1U-144LC-LS-DP

Splice shelf with three LazrSPEED

LC pass-thru panels

SYSTIMAX 360

™

3D-UHD Shelf in Closed Position and Open Position for Patch Cord Access

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How to Contact Us

• To find out more about CommScope

products, visit us on the web at http://www.commscope.com/

• For technical assistance:

- Within the United States, contact your local account representative or technical support at

1-800-344-0223. Outside the United States, contact your local account representative or

Authorized Business Partner.

- Within the United States, report any missing/damaged parts or any other issues to

CommScope Customer Claims at 1-866-539-2795. Outside the United States, contact your

local account representative or Authorized Business Partner.

Tools Required

• Phillips-head screwdriver

• Lint-free tissue

• Isopropyl alcohol, 91% pure or higher

• Adjustable wrench or open-end wrench.

Optional Tools

• 760053199 Fiber optic connector cleaning and inspection kit

• 760053207 Fiber optic connector cleaning and inspection consumables

Parts List

Verify parts against the parts list below:

Quantity

Description

Splice Shelf

Empty Shelf

Preloaded

Shelf

─

Empty shelf assembly with 19” rack mount brackets

─

Shelf assembly with 19” rack mount brackets and preloaded with

one of the following sets of modules or panels:

• (3) 3603M-48LC-LS UHD modules in ALPHA orientation

• (3) 3603M-48LC-LS UHD modules in BETA orientation

• (3) 3603M-48LC-SM UHD modules in ALPHA

orientation

• (3) 3603M-48LC-SM UHD modules in BETA orientation

•

(3) 3603P-24MPO UHD panels

Trough assembly for modules/panels

Polycarbonate top cover

#12-24 x 3/8” screws for 19” (483mm) and 23” (584mm) rack

mounting

M6 x 12mm screws for ETSI rack mounting

Splice tray/holder assy’s

Splice tray covers

Plastic plungers

Plastic grommets

360P3-48LC-LS or 360P3-48LC-SM pass-thru panels

Instruction sheet for shelf

─

Instruction sheet for module and panel

Stabilizer brackets, rear, with fasteners

InstaPATCH



UHD modules are pre-installed in ALPHA or BETA orientation depending on product configuration

ordered. ALPHA/BETA orientation of modules is described in Step 3 of these instructions.

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Separately Orderable Modules and Panels

Material ID

Part No.

Description

760111013

360-3M-4MPM1-48LC-LS

InstaPATCH 360 UHD LazrSPEED

MM module, 48F LC

760111039

360-3M-4MPM1-48LC-TS

InstaPATCH 360 UHD TeraSPEED

SM module, 48F LC

760111153

3603P-24MPO

UHD distribution adapter panel, 24xMPO

760111088

360P3-48LC-LS

UHD pass-thru panel, 48xLC LazrSPEED adapters

760111104

360P3-48LC-SM

UHD pass-thru panel, 48xLC TeraSPEED (SM) adapters

Accessories

Material ID

Part No.

Description

760112003

CMS-2-02

Fiber cord management sleeve

Related Components for the 3603D-1U-UP

Contact your SYSTIMAX



sales representatives for more information on a wide variety of trunk cables and

accessories that are compatible with these shelves.

Please note that some portions of the instructions will already be completed on preloaded shelf

assemblies.

Precautions

• InstaPATCH 360 modules contain fiber optic cable and passive optical components. When removed from

protective packing, they should be handled carefully and installed in appropriate racks for mechanical

support and protection.

• InstaPATCH 360 modules require virtually no maintenance to maintain their performance. They contain no

user-serviceable components, and any damage to the anti-tamper label or removal of top cover or front

adapter mounting panel will void the warranty.

• Fiber optic cable and jumper performance is sensitive to bending, pulling, and crushing. Minimum bend

radius must be maintained during installation per the manufacturer’s specification. Appropriate pulling grips

must be used during installation, and pulling forces shall not exceed manufacturer’s recommendations. Use

caution to avoid kinking cables.

•

Care should be taken not to compromise the stability of the rack by installation of this equipment.

•

To be installed in restricted access areas only.

Cautions

• Shelves preloaded with modules or panels require two persons to install to rack or cabinet.

• Isopropyl alcohol is flammable, and can cause eye irritation on contact. If eye contact occurs, flush with

water for at least 15 minutes. In case of ingestion, consult a physician. Use only in well ventilated areas

• Disconnected optical components may emit invisible optical radiation that can damage your eyes. Never

look directly into an optical component that may have a laser coupled to it. Serious and permanent retinal

damage is possible. If accidental exposure to laser radiation is suspected, consult a physician for an eye

examination.

• Wearing safety glasses during installation of this shelf is recommended. Although standard safety glasses

provide no protection from potential optical radiation, they offer protection from accidental airborne hardware

and cleaning solvents.

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Connector Cleaning

• InstaPATCH 360 UHD modules are pre-terminated, with protective spring-loaded shutters (LC) installed on

all adapters. Connectors internal to the adapters are clean when purchased.

• Clean cable and jumper connectors per manufacturer’s recommendations prior to connection to the shelf.

• If cables or jumpers are removed, replace provided dust caps on the adapters to protect the internal

connectors.

Step 1 – Mount Shelf to Rack or Cabinets

4 Post Rack/Cabinet Mount

Caution

Preloaded shelf configurations require two people for installation in equipment rack.

1. Determine desired mounting location in 19” (483mm) rack or cabinet.

2. Mount shelf to rack or cabinet using pre-installed mounting brackets and four #12-24 x 3/8” screws

or four M6 screws (provided).

3. Mount rear stabilizer brackets to rack/cabinet with four #12-24 screws or four M6 screws as shown.

• Mount to rear rack posts for the 4 post rack/cabinet.

• Mount to back side of channel when using a 2 post rack.

4. Mount rear stabilizer brackets to shelf with 2 to 4 #8-32 screws and nuts with lockwashers

12-24/M6

screws (4 places)

12-24/M6

screws

(4 places)

8-32 nuts

with lockwashers

(4 places)

8-32 screws

with lockwashers

(4 places)

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2 Post Rack Mount

Step 2A – Route and Secure Cable to Shelf

Method A

Cable looped to shelf slide

on opposite side of panel from

entry point into shelf

Fiber management

bar

Method B

Cable dressed

over shelf slide

Cable

gland

Cable entry

port

Gland nut

(inside of shelf)

Store slack fiber in shelf

Sliding shelf

fully extended

Cable tie or hook-and-loop

strip 3” (76mm) below shelf

Cable ties or hook-and-loop strips

installed on outside of shelf slide

Note: This shelf is designed for direct connection of cables using cable glands inserted into cable entry ports as

shown above. Another method for securing cables is the use of optional rack mounted brackets. See instruction

sheet 860380781 for using rack mounted brackets.

Front

12-24

screws

(8 places)

8-32 nuts with lockwashers

(4 places)

8-32 screws

with lockwashers

(4 places)

3603D-UDH-1U shelf

Rear stabilizer

brackets

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1. Fully extend sliding shelf to front of rack.

Note: The shelf sliding mechanism incorporates two sets of position stops: one for normal operation and a

second for installation purposes. When pulling the shelf out, it will stop at the first operation cam stop.

Disengage this first stop by actuating the levers on both sides of shelf slide mechanism, allowing shelf to be

pulled out to its fully extended position for installation purposes as shown.

Shelf in Fully Open Position

2. Cables may enter shelf from either right side, left side, or rear apron. Carefully loop cable to rear of shelf on

either side and continue to feed cable over top of rear apron.

3. Temporarily store slack fibers in shelf.

4. Remove plug from appropriate size opening in shelf to accommodate cable gland on cable. Select an

opening on rear apron or either right or left side panel that will be most advantageous for cable entry.

5. Completely loosen gland nut from cable gland.

6. Feed MPO connector(s) and subunit tube(s) through opening in shelf and temporarily coil fibers loosely in

fiber shelf.

7. Rotate gland nut as required to allow it to pass through selected opening and enter shelf.

Note: It may be necessary to temporarily remove a plug from an adjacent opening to provide sufficient

clearance for gland nut to be inserted through opening.

8. Insert threaded body of cable gland into opening and tighten gland nut onto threaded section to secure cable

gland unit to shelf.

Note: The two recommended methods (Method A and Method B) for routing fiber cable from sliding shelf to

equipment rack are described below. Method B routing requires a minimum of 1U open rack space above the

360 shelf.

Method A

1. Working back from where cable enters shelf (at cable gland), carefully loop cable over rear fiber

management bar and then to outside of shelf slide on opposite side of panel from cable entry point as

shown. Maintain cable in as small of a radius as possible while not exceeding minimum bend radius for

cable. Secure cable to shelf slide in at least two places using cable ties or hook-and-loop strips threaded

through slots and punches provided in rails. Do not secure cable to fiber management bar.

Note: Do not exceed minimum bend radius for fiber cable.

2. From shelf slide, route cable to equipment rack and loosely secure cable to rack upright approximately

3 inches (76mm) above or below shelf, using a cable tie or hook-and-loop strip.

3. Verify that shelf retracts and extends fully before proceeding.

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Method B

1. Working back from where cable enters shelf (at cable gland), carefully dress cable toward opposite side of

shelf. Route cable over slide rail, taking care to not exceed minimum bend radius.

2. From shelf slide, route cable to equipment rack and loosely secure cable to rack upright approximately

3 inches (76mm) above or below shelf, using a cable tie or hook-and-loop strip.

3. Verify that shelf retracts and extends fully before proceeding.

Slack loop in cables

with shelf in retracted position

Method A

Cable ties or

hook-and-loop strips

Method B

Shelf fully retracted

4. The above figure shows typical fiber loop for both Method A and Method B fiber routing when shelf is

retracted.

Step 2B – Routing Multiple Cables into Sliding Shelf (Method A Shown)

Cabe entry port

Shelf fully retracted

Store loop in cables

with shelf in retracted position

Hook-and-loop strip

Cable ties or

hook-and-loop strips

1. Route cables, one at a time, into fully extended sliding shelf as outlined in Step 2A.

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If cables enter shelf from opposite sides, loosely secure them together at the point where the cables meet in

center, using a hook-and-loop strip as shown.

2. Verify shelf retracts and extends fully before proceeding to next step.

For splice shelf instructions, proceed to “Instructions for Fusion Splicing”, Steps 8 thru 10.

Step 3 – Module Configuration

(Modules shown below have been preconfigured per instruction sheet 860479179, provided with the

modules.)

Note: InstaPATCH 360 UHD modules must be configured as shown below for proper polarity. Identical

modules are used at both ends of cable, but module orientation is inverted from end to end. Module at one end

of trunk cable must be oriented in “ALPHA” configuration, while module at opposite end of cable must be

oriented in “BETA” configuration.

Preloaded shelves come with modules pre-installed in ALPHA or BETA orientation or adapter panels installed in

the key-up orientation. Troughs are packaged separately; assemble trough with spring clips in the up position to

each of the three modules or panels using the provided #8 panhead screws.

Module

Adapter Panel

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Step 4 – Mount Modules/Panel in Shelf

Before installing modules/panels be sure any pre-installed cable sub-units are behind pivot mount panels and

provide enough clearance for panel installation.

Module/Panel Installation

1. Insert panel/module at an angle into one

side of side of the shelf so that pivot lock

pin engages in hole in pivot mounting

bracket. Be sure panel/module is oriented

with the trough opening facing up. Install

lowest panel first.

2. Pivot other side of panel/module down into

shelf so that the pivot lock pin is in back of

the pivot bracket.

Note: Panel/module pivot lock pin can only

be inserted from the rear of pivot mounting

bracket.

3. Depress the lever arm on the pivot

mounting bracket and slide

panel/module forward until pivot lock

pin engages the hole in pivot mounting

bracket.

4. Release lever arm of pivot mounting

bracket to secure the panel/module in

place.

Subsequent panels, up to three total in the

1U shelf, may be installed on top of the

base module/panel following the

instructions above for each panel using

progressively higher pivot pin positions.

Trough in

“up” position

Pivot

mounting

bracket

Pivot lock pin

to rear of mounting

bracket

Lever arm

Pivot lock

Holes in

pivot mounting

bracket

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Step 5 – Connect Fiber Cables to Modules

1. Store slack fiber cable in shelf as

shown behind modules in loops.

Important: Leave sufficient slack in

fiber cable to plug MPO connectors

into modules and leave

enough room for modules to pivot into

up position. Do not exceed minimum

bend radius for fiber cable.

2. Install adhesive backed fiber routing

clips to floor of shelf and secure routed

fiber cable with Mille-Ties or hook-and-

loop fastener strips.

3. Install MPO connections to InstaPATCH modules, plug each MPO connector into back of module as shown

above.

• LC Ports 1-6

→MPO Port 1

• LC Ports 7-12

→MPO Port 2

• LC Ports 13-18

→MPO Port 3

• LC Ports 19-24→ MPO Port 4

Note: Use triangular holes in bottom of shelf tray to gain better access to bottom module MPO connections.

Step 6 – Install Cover

1. Remove protective film from cover before installing.

2. From front of shelf, position cover between upper

and lower sets of tabs on each side of shelf behind

modules. Bend cover slightly up in the middle to

engage tabs and slide into place.

Fiber

routing clip

Install

cover

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Step 7 – Install Patch Cords with Cord Management Sleeve

The 360G2 UHD shelf provides a unique patch cord access feature of pivoting panels/modules that allow the

product to achieve a very high density of fiber connection. The top and middle panels pivot up and slide slightly

back into up locking positions. To gain access to fiber patch cords the shelf must be in the extended out position

and the panels in the pivoted up position. In order to provide this access a cord management sleeve can be

implemented to control a proper slack loop in the fiber patch cords.

Trough exit

Hook-and-loop

fastening point

Tie point

Cord

management

sleeve

Extended position with panels pivoted up Retracted position with panels down

1. Position fiber shelf tray in extended position (slide out).

2. Pivot top panel and then middle panel into up locked position.

3. Install fiber patch cords into ports as needed. Route patch cords under spring clamps on trough and install

hook-and-loop fastener around patch cords and through slots at trough exit.

4. Place fiber patch cords into management sleeve, wrap, and fasten hoop-and-loop fastener running the

length of Management Sleeve.

5. The Management Sleeve may be additionally tied off in rack or cabinet vertical by using the rear webbings

and cable ties. Management sleeve may be route up, down, or straight back into vertical. Patch cords must

be secured while shelf is in open position.

6. Connect Fiber Patch Cord Management Sleeve to shelf by cable tying large front webbing loop of sleeve to

cable tie slot on front and side of shelf. Use one sleeve for routing patch cords to right and one sleeve for

routing patch cords to left.

Important: Sufficient slack must be created with the cable management sleeve and patch cords

as to allow shelf to be extended and opened for patch cord access. Do not secure patch cords further when

shelf is in the closed position.

7. Place shelf into operational position in rack/cabinet. Pull middle panel out slightly to disengage angle position

lock feature and pivot into down position. Repeat for top panel. Slide shelf tray into back rack/cabinet.

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Instructions for Fusion Splicing

Splice Tray Features

Hole provided for

plastic hardware

(4 positions)

Fiber entry/exit openings

(8 positions)

Hole provided for

optional mounting scheme

(4 positions)

Buffer tube tie-down rail

(4 positions)

Splice sleeve holders

(2 Positions)

External buffer tube

tie-down points (6 positions)

Cover retention

snaps (6 positions)

Fiber retention gate

(2 positions)

Retention slots

(6 positions)

Top cover

Snap rivet grommet

(4 positions)

Snap rivet plunger

(4 positions)

Note: Snap rivet grommets and plungers are not used for single-tray installations.

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Step 8 – Build Up Tray

Shelf

Equipment rail

fer tube

ork surface

cable

Splice tray

Buffer tube

Cable tie

Pigtails

Splice sleeve

WARNING

Take proper precautions to avoid damaging fiber while routing into shelf and splice tray.

Note: Splice trays must be built up on a work surface (e.g. a table, as shown above) outside of shelf. This will

insure that sufficient buffer tube slack length is available for temporary tray relocation if subsequent splice repairs

are required. It is important for all buffer tubes to be approximately the same length and to enter shelf in the

same location to facilitate manageable spooling of slack loop into shelf for tray installation.

• Keep buffer tubes on rearward-facing side of splice tray so as to keep patchcord exit ports as unobstructed

as possible. Use cable ties provided to restrain buffer tubes to tie-down rails on tray.

• Tray is designed for 3mm and 4mm buffer tube diameters. Larger diameter tubes may have to be trimmed

back before tray entry, if density is prohibitive.

• Splice tray is sized to contain up to 1 meter (39”) each of pigtail fiber and fiber from the OSP cable.

• 40mm splice protector sleeves are recommended when using 900 micron fiber from OSP cable. As tray fills

up with fiber, it may become difficult to maintain proper bend radii at splices when using 60mm sleeves.

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• Install splice sleeves into lower position of holders by firmly pressing them down into retention features with 2

index fingers. One finger is sufficient for placing sleeves into the upper (stacked) position. Use orange stick

or similar device to remove sleeves for repairs. Press down on the holder to support it when removing a

splice sleeve.

• Wind patchcord groups in opposite directions (clockwise & counter-clockwise) inside tray to keep lengths

exiting tray consistent for better dressing at termination. Use hook and loop ties to bundle and restrain

pigtails, as required.

Step 9 – Install Tray into Shelf

Buffer tube slack loop

Terminate pigtails

1. Use isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and lint-free wipes to clean floor of shelf.

2. Gently, lift and position tray and fiber as desired (UHD positioning is shown above) into shelf. Remove paper

backing from splice tray and press down on tray firmly at several locations around its perimeter to insure that

adhesive contacts shelf surface as desired.

3. Spool buffer tube slack behind tray and use cable ties to attach it at the external buffer tube tie-down points

as required.

4. Terminate pigtails into adapters.

5. Remove protective plastic film from both sides and install top cover by pressing it down onto 6 snap features

on holders. It is easiest to start at center locations and work out.

Note: Top cover removal is accomplished by depressing snap features one at a time and lifting up on the cover.

Use of finger nails or an orange stick (or similar device) is recommended.

Note: Splice tray has an adhesive backing for attachment to shelf floor. Remove paper backing to expose.

Leave backing in place on all additional trays when used in a stacked configuration.

If additional trays are to be used, proceed to Step 10.

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Step 10 – Building Up and Stacking Trays

Note: Do NOT remove paper backing from adhesive on bottom of additional trays.

1. Align 4 holes on base (provided for plastic hardware) with 4 holes on elevated platforms of previous tray.

Additional trays must be rotated 180

from the previous tray orientation.

2. Install snap rivet grommets and plungers.

3. Install top cover.

4. Repeat as required.

Note: Three trays may be used in a 1U shelf for a total of 144 fusion splices. Six trays may be used in a 2U shelf

for a total of 288 fusion splices and twelve trays may be used in a 4U shelf for a total of 576 fusion splices.

Top cover

3-tray stack

Snap rivet

plunger

Snap rivet

grommet

CommScope SYSTIMAX InstaPATCH 360, 3603D-1U-144LC-LS-A, 3603D-1U-144LC-LS-B, 3603D-1U-144LC-LS-DP, 3603D-1U-144LC-SM-A, 3603D-1U-144LC-SM-B, 3603D-1U-144LC-TS-DP, 3603D-1U-72MPO, 3603D-1U-UP Instructions Manual

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