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POWERED FIBER CABLE SYSTEM
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW:
HYBRID OPTICAL FIBER SYSTEM FOR EXTENDING
POWER OVER ETHERNET (POE)
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This document is intended to describe the
purpose and function of the CommScope
powered fiber cable system used in
conjunction with the PoE Extender. It will provide an
overview of what options are available and highlight
issues to consider for deployment.
Application Deployment of HD cameras, Wi-Fi
access points, optical network terminals, small cells
(picocells, femtocells, metrocells, etc.) and other
network access devices can be difficult, especially
in outdoor environments. Many of these devices
accept a Power over Ethernet (PoE) input for power
and communications. However, the PoE distance
limitation of 100 meters can cause difficulties with
network planning. Also, power is not always readily
available in the precise locations where device
placement is needed to improve 4G LTE and/ or
802.11ac Wi-Fi coverage for wireless networks,
such as on the sides of buildings, lamp posts, etc.
In these situations, it is typically needed to run
power to the desired location prior to installing the
devices. Also, any concern about who pays for that
power and how it is monitored requires wireless
network operators to negotiate with local utility
companies and building owners. All of this adds time
and money to the installation of network access
devices. CommScope has developed a solution that
combines power and optical fiber communications
into one system, eliminating the hassles and extra
expense associated with powering typical lowpower
network devices.
Features
• NEC Class II DC power supply
• Hybrid optical fiber and copper cabling with
outdoor and indoor/ outdoor versions
• Incorporates DC/DC conversion technology to
eliminate DC line powering calculations
• Primary, secondary, and tertiary
electrical protection
• Media converter for delivering PoE and
PoE+ capability
• SELV and NEC Class II compliant
Applications
• Security cameras
• Wi-Fi access points
• Wireless network small cells
• Optical network terminals
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