Corning Optical Communication Wireless Users manual
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Corning
ONE™ Wireless Platform
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About This Manual
This user guide provides all the information necessary to understand the architecture and general installation procedures and
requirements of Corning® ONE™ Wireless Platform.
Note: The commissioning procedure, monitoring and management capabilities and configuration options of the ONE™
Wireless Platform elements are described in a dedicated User Manual (ONE™ HCM User Manual).
Hardware
Corning warrants to the original purchaser (“Customer”) that for the duration of the warranty period, one (1) year, commencing
on the date of shipment of the Hardware, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Corning (the “Hardware Warranty Period”), the
Hardware furnished by Corning shall be free in all material respects from defects in material and workmanship, and shall
conform to the applicable portions of the Specifications, as defined below (the “Hardware Warranty”).
If notified by Customer of any such defects in material or workmanship or nonconformity with applicable portions of the
Specifications within the Hardware Warranty Period, Corning shall promptly, at its own election and expense, repair or replace
any such Hardware proven to be defective under the terms of this Hardware Warranty.
Such repair or replacement shall be Customer’s sole remedy and Corning sole obligation in the event this Hardware Warranty is
invoked. If any components comprising a part of the Hardware are replaced or repaired during the Hardware Warranty Period,
the Hardware Warranty Period for such repaired or replaced components shall extend to the longer of (i) the balance of the
Hardware Warranty Period or (ii) three (3) months from the date of repair or replacement. For purposes of this Warranty,
“Specifications” shall mean the specifications and performance standards of the Products as set forth in documents published
by Corning and delivered to Customer which contain technical specifications or performance standards for the Products.
If Customer invokes this Hardware Warranty, it shall notify Corning promptly of the claimed defect.
Customer will allow Corning to inspect the Hardware at Customer’s location, or to return the Hardware to Corning closest repair
facility. For Hardware returned to Corning repair facility, Customer shall be responsible for payment of all transportation and
freight costs (including insurance) to Corning’ repair facility, and Corning shall be responsible for all transportation and freight
costs (including insurance) incurred in connection with the shipment of such Hardware to other repair facilities of Corning and/or
its return to Customer.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event will Corning be liable for damage to Products resulting from improper handling during
or after shipment, misuse, neglect, improper installation, operation or repair (other than by authorized Corning personnel),
alteration, accident, or for any other cause not attributable to defects in materials or workmanship on the part of Corning.
Corning shall not reimburse or make any allowance to Customer for any labor charges incurred by Customer for replacement or
repair of any goods unless such charges are authorized in advance in writing by Corning.
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Software Warranty
Corning warrants to the original purchaser (“Customer”) that for the duration of the warranty period, one (1) year, commencing
on the date of shipment of the Software, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Corning (the “Software Warranty Period”), the
Software shall conform with, and perform the functions set forth in the Specifications, and shall be free from defects in material
or workmanship (the “Software Warranty”). In the event the Software is proven to be defective under the terms of this Software
Warranty, Corning shall correct such defects or failure and ensure that the Software conforms with, and performs the functions
set forth in, the Specifications. Customer will allow Corning to inspect the Software at Customer’s location or to return it to
Corning’s’ closest repair facility.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, Corning shall have no obligation under the Software Warranty if the Software is modified or used
with hardware or software not supplied or approved by Corning or if the Software is subject to abuse, improper installation or
application, accident, electrical or environmental over-stress, negligence in use, storage, transportation or handling.
Third-party software distributed with the Software may carry certain warranties which, to the maximum extent allowed by law,
Corning hereby assigns, transfers and otherwise conveys to Customer, provided, however, that Corning itself provides no
warranty of any kind, express, implied, statutory or otherwise, for any third-party software provided hereunder .
Corning does not warrant any hardware, software or services not provided by Corning.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY CORNING AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CORNING SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGE INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH FURNISHING OF GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICE HEREUNDER, OR THE PERFORMANCE, USE OF, OR INABILITY
TO USE THE GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICE. CORNING SALES AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES ARE NOT
AUTHORIZED TO MAKE COMMITMENTS ON WARRANTY RETURNS.
Returns
In the event that it is necessary to return any product against above warranty, the following procedure shall be followed:
1. Return authorization is to be received from Corning prior to returning any unit. Advise Corning of the model, Serial number,
and discrepancy. The unit may then be forwarded to Corning, transportation prepaid. Devices returned collect or without
authorization may not be accepted.
2. Prior to repair, Corning will advise the customer of our test results and any charges for repairing customer-caused problems
or out-of-warranty conditions etc.
3. Repaired products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period, or at least 90 days from date of shipment.
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Limitations of Liabilities
Corning’s liability on any claim, of any kind, including negligence for any loss or damage arising from, connected with, or
resulting from the purchase order, contract, quotation, or from the performance or breach thereof, or from the design,
manufacture, sale, delivery, installation, inspection, operation or use of any equipment covered by or furnished under this
contact, shall in no case exceed the purchase price of the device which gives rise to the claim.
Except as expressly provided herein, Corning makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to any goods, parts and
services provided in connection with this agreement including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. Corning shall not be liable for any other damage including, but not limited to, indirect, special or
consequential damages arising out of or in connection with furnishing of goods, parts and service hereunder, or the
performance, use of, or inability to use the goods, parts and service.
Reporting Defects
The units were inspected before shipment and found to be free of mechanical and electrical defects. Examine the units for any
damage that may have been caused in transit. If damage is discovered, file a claim with the freight carrier immediately. Notify
Corning as soon as possible in writing.
Note: Keep all packing material until you have completed the inspection
Warnings and Admonishments
There may be situations, particularly for workplace environments near high-powered RF sources, where recommended limits
for safe exposure of human beings to RF energy could be exceeded. In such cases, restrictive measures or actions may be
necessary to ensure the safe use of RF energy.
The equipment has been designed and constructed to prevent, as far as reasonably, practicable danger. Any work activity on or
near equipment involving installation, operation or maintenance must be, as far as reasonably, free from danger.
Where there is a risk of damage to electrical systems involving adverse weather, extreme temperatures, wet, corrosive or dirty
conditions, flammable or explosive atmospheres, the system must be suitably installed to prevent danger.
Equipment provided for the purpose of protecting individuals from electrical risk must be suitable for the purpose and properly
maintained and used. This covers a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, moving, holding or
restraining an object, animal or person from the equipment. It also covers activities that require the use of force or effort, such as
pulling a lever, or operating power tools.
Where some of the above mentioned activities are required, the equipment must be handled with care to avoid being damaged.
Observe standard precautions for handling ESD-sensitive devices. Assume that all solid-state electronic devices are
ESD-sensitive. Ensure the use of a grounded wrist strap or equivalent while working with ESD-sensitive devices. Transport,
store, and handle ESD-sensitive devices in static-safe environments.
Regulatory Compliance Information
WARNINGS!
• This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is designed for installation by FCC LICENCEES and QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You
MUST have an FCC LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to operate this device. Unauthorized use may result
in significant forfeiture penalties, including penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
ANTENNAS: Use only authorized and approved antennas, cables and/or coupling devices! The use of unapproved
•
antennas, cables or coupling devices could cause damage and may be of violation of FCC regulations. The use of
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unapproved antennas, cables and/or coupling devices is illegal under FCC regulations and may subject the user to fines.
See section 4.7 of this document.
RF Safety
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirement, adhere to the following warnings:
Warning! Antennas used for this product m ust be fixed mounted on indoor permanent structures, providing a separation
distance of at least 50 cm from all persons during normal operation.
Warning! Each individual antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a minimum separation distance of 50 cm
or more from all persons and must not be co-located with any other antenna for meeting RF exposure requirements.
Warning! Antenna gain should not exceed 12.5 dBi.
Warning! The design of the antenna inst allation needs to be implem ented in such a way so as to ens ure RF radiatio n safet y
levels and non-environmental pollution during operation.
ATTENTION!
Compliance with RF safety requirements:
• Corning products have no inherent significant RF radiation
• The RF level on the downlink is very low at the downlink ports. Therefore, there is no dangerous RF radiation when the
antenna is not connected.
CAUTION!
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
Laser Safety
•Fiber optic ports of the Corning™ ONE™ wireless platform emit invisible laser radiation at the 1310/1550 nm wavelength
window.
• External optical power is less than 10 mW, Internal optical power is less than 500 mW.
• To avoid eye injury never look directly into the optical ports, patchcords or optical cables. Do not stare into beam or view
directly with optical instruments. Always assume that optical outputs are on.
•Only technicians familiar with fiber optic safety practices and procedures should perform optical fiber connections and
disconnections of the devices and the associated cables.
•ONE™ has been tested and certified as a Class 1 Laser product to IEC/EN 60825-1 (2007). It also meets the requirements
for a Hazard Level 1 laser product to IEC/EN 60825-2: 2004 to the same degree.
•Corning
Notice NO. 50 (2007).
Care of Fiber Optic Connectors
•Do not remove the protective covers on the fiber optic connectors until a connection is ready to be made. Do not leave
connectors uncovered when not connected.
•The tip of the fiber optic connector should not come into contact with any object or dust.
®
ONE™ wireless platform complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser
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Document Name
CMA Lit Code
Headend Control Module (HCM) and Web Management GUI
User Manual
Company Certification
ISO 9001: 2000 and ISO 13485: 2003
Licensee Contact Information
Industrial Boosters may only be used by FCC licensees or those given express (individualized) consent of license. Corning
Optical Communications Wireless certifies all of the VARs listed as licensed installers for Corning. For the list of licensed VARs,
please contact the Tech Support Hotline: (US) 410-553-2086 or 800-787-1266.
Additional Relevant Documents
The following documents are required if the corresponding units are included in your system (these can be downloaded from the
Corning partner portal).
Mid-Power Remote Unit (MRU) Datasheet CMA-422-AEN
Mid-Power Remote Unit (MRU) User Manual CMA-438-AEN
5 band remote access unit (RAU5) datasheet CMA-377-AEN
CMA-421-AEN
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Preface Material ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Limitations of Liabilities .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Warnings and Admonishments .............................................................................................................................. 5
Regulatory Compliance Information ....................................................................................................................... 5
Company Certification ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Licensee Contact Inform a tion ................................................................................................................................. 7
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Key Features and Capabilities .................................................................................................................... 16
1.3 General System Specifications and Requirements ...................................................................................... 16
1.3.1 Environmental and Regulatory Specifications .................................................................................. 16
1.3.1.1 Temperature and Humidity ....................................................................................................... 16
1.3.1.2 Safety and Regulatory Approvals .............................................................................................. 17
1.3.2 Power Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 17
1.3.2.1 Power Input and Consumption .................................................................................................. 17
3.2.1 CEM ................................................................................................................................................ 57
4.5 Power Requirements .................................................................................................................................. 64
4.5.1 Power Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................ 64
4.5.2 Types of Power Supplies ................................................................................................................. 64
RF Parameters per Service (RAU) ....................................................................................................................... 71
RF Parameters per Service (RAU5) ..................................................................................................................... 72
RF Parameters for FCM Solution ......................................................................................................................... 72
FCM System Typical Performance (@25 degrees system gain 0 dB) .................................................................. 72
Standards and Approvals ..................................................................................................................................... 74
Headend Unit (HEU) ................................................................................................................................... 75
Optical Interface Unit (O IU) ......................................................................................................................... 77
Interconnect Unit (ICU) ............................................................................................................................... 79
Remote Access Unit (RAU) ......................................................................................................................... 79
Central Ethernet Unit (CEU) ........................................................................................................................ 84
6 Appendix F: Ordering Information ............................................................................................................... 87
HEU and OIU Assemblies and Modules ............................................................................................................... 87
Remote Units ....................................................................................................................................................... 88
Ethernet Path Units .............................................................................................................................................. 90
Cable Ordering Information .................................................................................................................................. 92
The Corning® ONE™ wireless platform is an all optical c onverg ed so lut io n, unifying cellular, Wi-Fi and Ethernet backhaul. The
platform provides a flexible in-building cellular and network data coverage solution based on a fiber optic transport backbone.
Fiber-to-the edge technology allows for virtually unlimited bandwidth to support today and tomorrow’s growing demands of
wireless users.
The fiber optic infrastructure is easily deployable via a wide range of preterminated composite cables and advanced end-to-end
equipment. Easy to design, Plug and Play™ connectors, significantly reduce installation cost and deployment time.
Dynamic service distribution group management allows precise service distribution control to meet changing density needs,
and provides further savings by enabling sharing of equipment at various levels for service providers. Various combinations of
services are allowed for routing from the headend to specified remote locations on each floor, according to user defined
configurations (via the Web management GUI). This allows optimizing service coverage and provides equipment savings.
While the fiber-optics infrastructure is common, the services can be routed via service provider shared or dedicated equipment.
By default, the system is configured to support a single service group: all services are transferred to all remote locations. This
default configuration can be easily modified according to site requirements.
Built-in Gigabit Ethernet support enables offload, expansion and best-use of Wi-Fi resources while the integrated antenna
provides flexibility for ease and cost.
The following figure illustrates service distribution from the head-end to various locations on each remote floor. Each color
represents a specific service, where different combinations of services are distributed at various locations on the same floor
according to coverage requirements.
Figure 1-1. Illustration of Precise Service Distribution over Selected Remote Areas
In addition, the Corning
point-to-point extension of cellular services along with 10 Gb Ethernet to a distance of up to 12.4 miles. The solution utilizes
single mode (SM) fiber to extend up to three user configured service groups from the main headend to a remote site.
ONE wireless platform campus connectivity solution (FCM) comprising two modules enables
Note: Refer to FCM datasheet for solution specifications (can be downloaded from Corning partner portal).
Table 1-1. Temperature and Humidity Specifications
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Regulation/Standard
Category
Approval
RF Head End Units
Power Input
Power Consumption for Full Chassis
RAU + Add-On Modules
Max. Power Consumption
Power Input Range
1.3.1.2 Safety and Regulatory Approvals
The safety and regulatory specifications listed below are relevant to all Corning® ONE™ wireless platform devices.
Laser Safety
EMC
FDA/CE 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to laser notice no.
50 and IEC 60825-1
CE EN 301 489, EN55022, EN 61000
FCC 47 CFR Part 15, 22, 24, 27
UL 60950
IEC 60825-1:2007
Safety
IEC 60825-2:2010
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60950-1-03
Fire Safety UL 2043 (applicable for RAU5 only)
Table 1-2. Safety and Regulatory Approvals
1.3.2 Power Specifications
Note: This section provides the power specifications for the headend units and the RAU/RAU5 (including GEM). For MRU
specifications refer to MRU datasheet (CMA-422-AEN) and user manual (CMA-438-AEN). These can be downloaded from
Corning partner portal.
1.3.2.1 Power Input and Consumption
HEU AC power source: 100 to 220 V AC
DC power source: 48 V DC
Chassis with 12 RIMs and two RIX: 200 W
OIU AC power source: 100 to 220 V AC
Chassis with 12 OIMs and two OIX: 300 W
DC power source: 48 V DC
IHU AC power source: 100 to 220 V AC
Fully Loaded chassis: 300 W
DC power source: 48 V DC
Table 1-3. RF Headend Units Power Consumption
RAU (alone) 37 V; 35 W 35 – 57 V DC
RAU + GEM 37 V; 39 W
Table 1-4. RAU Power and Current Consumption for Main Power Input
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Unit
Device
Input Range
Power Consumption
RAU5 + Add-O n Mod ul es
Max. Power Consumption
Power Input Range
RAU5 (alone)
RAU5 + GEM
Unit
Device
Input Range
Power Consumption
Digital Remote End Units
Power Input Range
Power Consumption
See Table 1-6
See Table 1-6
RAU For two PoE ports of 802.3af 43- 57 V DC 43 V; 30 W
For two PoE ports of 802.3at 52- 57 V DC 52 V; 62 W
Table 1-5. RAU Power and Current Consumption for Secondary Input
44.5 V; 50 W 37 – 57 V DC
44.5 V; 52 W
Table 1-6. RAU5 Power and Current Consumption for Main Power Input
RAU5 For two PoE ports of 802.3af 43- 57 V DC 46 V; 31.5 W
For two PoE ports of 802.3at 52- 57 V DC 52.5 V; 62 W
Table 1-7. RAU5 Power and Current Consumption for Secondary Input
CEU 110 to 240 V AC (Fully occupied) 50 W
GEM installed in RAU
GEU-S 42-57 V DC 4.5 W
Table 1-8. Digital Path Remote End Power Specifications
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RAU
SISO
(ft)
RAU
SISO
+
GEM
(ft)
RAU SISO
+
GEM
Supporting
PoE
RAU SISO
+
GEM
Supporting
PoE+
(ft)
GEU-S
(ft)
GEU-S
Supporting
PoE
(ft)
GEU-S
Supporting
PoE+
(ft)
1.3.2.2 Cable Gauge Requirements
Table 1-9 provides the information required to calculate the required power supply for the remote units.
Table 1-14. Remote End Distance and Power Draw for GEM w/PoE.3at
1.3.3 Dimensions and Weight of Units
Table 1-15, Table 1-16 and Table 1-17 describe the physical specifications of the Corning® ONE™ headend and remote end
units.
Note: Refer to MRU datasheet for MRU physical dimensions and weight.
HEU
OIU
IHU
7 x 17.3 x 18.95 in (177.8 x 440 x 481.7 mm)
7 x 17.3 x 18.95 in [177.8 x 440 x 481.7 mm]
7 x 17.3 x 15.5 in [177.8 x 440 x 394 mm]
Table 1-15. RF Path Headend Units
Chassis: 37 lbs (16.8 kg)
Per RIM: 1.9 lbs (0.9 kg)
Per RIX: 1.54 lbs (0.7 kg)
Per FRM: 2.42 lbs (1.1 kg)
HCM: 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
PSM: 1.98 lbs (0.9 kg)
Chassis: : 37 lbs (16.8 kg)
Per OIM: 1.5 lb (0.7 kg)
Per OIX: 1.54 lb (0.7 kg)
Per FMM: 2.42 lbs (1.1 kg)
ACM: 2.2 lb (1.0 kg)
PSM: 1.98 lb (0.9 kg)
Chassis: 30 lbs (14 kg)
Per RIM: 1.9 lbs (0.9 kg)
Per RIX: 1.54 lbs (0.7 kg)
Per OIM: 1.5 lb (0.7 kg)
Per OIX: 1.54 lb (0.7 kg)
ACM: 2.2 lb (1.0 kg)
PSM: 1.98 lb (0.9 kg)
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Unit
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Weight: lbs [kg]
Unit
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Weight: lbs (kg)
Parameter
Specification
ICU 1.74 x 17 x 19.2 in (44.4 x 431.8 x 11.96 mm) 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) – without PSM
RAU (including
13.1 x 13.1 x 4 in (332.7 x 332.7 x 101.6 mm) RAU only = 7.93 lb (3.6 kg);
mounting bracket)
RAU5 (including
mounting bracket)
Without external antenna: 3.6* x 12.9 x 10.4 in (90 x
327 x 264 mm)
*3.6 in (90 mm) without standard mounting bracket; 4.4 in (111 mm)
with standard mounting bracket
RAU5 only: 10 lbs (4.5 kg)
With external antenna and skirt: 6.1 x 5.3 x 5.3 in (154 x
334 x 334 mm)
Table 1-16. RF Path Remote Units
CEU: CEU
1.71 x 17 x 8.5 in (43.65 x 431.8 x 216 mm)
7.55 lb (3.4 kg)
(with mounting ears: W = 19 in/482.8 mm)
CEM
1.41 x 3.94 x 7.68 in (36 x 100.14 x 195.14 mm)
1.44 lb (0.65 kg)
GEM 1.28 x 3.79 x 5.95 in (32.7 x 96.3 x 151.3 mm) 1.1 lb (0.5 kg)
GEU-S 5.01 x 10.51 x 3.26 in (including mounting bracket)
(127.5 x 267 x 83 mm)
2.64 lb (1.2 kg)
Table 1-17. Ethernet Path Units
1.3.4 Optical Spe ci fications
Optical Output Power < 9 dBo
Max. Optical Budget 5 dB
Optical Connector
OIM: MTP
RAU: LC APC SM
Fiber Type
Corning
Wavelength 1310±10 nm (Standard)
Table 1-18. Optical Specifications
®
connector
®
SMF-28® or Compatible
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1.4 System Architecture and Topologies
The Corning® ONE™ wireless platform solution fiber-optic infrastructure is used to transmit both RF and Ethernet services:
• RF services – Broadband RF distribution over fiber-optics infrastructure transfers converged wireless services from the
headend towards remote-end units (e.g. RAU5) deployed at the remote end locations according to user defined
configuration.
• Ethernet services – fiber-optics infrastructure transfers digital services from the corporate LAN to Gigabyte Ethernet
modules (GEM) and then 3
rd
party equipment deployed on each floor.
Figure 1-2. Corning ONE Wireless Platform Basic Architecture
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Acronyms
HEU = Headend unit
RIM = Radio interface module
RAU5 = 5 Band remote access unit
GEM = Gigabit Ethernet module
RIM = Radio interface module
GEU-S = Gigabit Ethernet
Unit-Standalone
ICU = Interconnect unit
IHU = Integrated headend unit
CEU = Centralized Ethernet unit
OIU = Optical Interface unit
OIM = Optical Interface module
Table 1-19. Acronyms in System Architecture
1.4.1 RF Path
At the headend, RF signals from the RF signal sources (e.g. BTS/BDA) are conditioned by service specific (conditioner)
modules in the headend unit (HEU) and organized into (up to three) user configurable sectors. The conditioned RF signals are
converted to optic signals by the (wideband) optic interface unit (OIU) and specific sectors are routed towards selected remote
locations according to user defined configurations.
The optic fibers at the OIU are routed to the integrated centralized unit (ICU) at the remote end. From the ICU the optic fibers are
distributed along with DC to the remote access units (RAU5).
For small/medium size deployments an integrated headend unit (IHU) can be installed at the headend. The IHU is a compact
headend unit that interfaces up to eight RF sources, conditions the signals and performs the RF to optic conversion of the
signals which are then routed towards the remote site.
Note: A fully occupied OIU (12 OIMs) supports up to 36 RAUs; Each IHU can support up to eight OIMs (with four RIMs)
supporting up to 24 RAUs.
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Figure 1-3. Corning
®
ONE™ Solution RF Path Architecture
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1.4.2 Ethernet Path
The digital services from the corporate LAN (received via Ethernet Switch) are converted to optic signals by the centralized
Ethernet unit (CEU) and routed over optic fibers towards the GEM units. The optical traffic is then converted to 1 GbE by the
Gigabit Ethernet modules (GEM) modules and distributed to two third party equipment such as access points, Ethernet switch,
etc.
Note: GEMs can be connected to the CEU either directly, or via an ICU (described in section 1.4.1 ). In that case, the ICU can
also provide DC to the GEMs.