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Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface
Line Card Hardware Installation GuideCisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Physical Description
Technical Specifications and Component Part Numbers
Physical Specifications and Compliance Information
RF Specifications Specific to Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Safety Information and Warnings
Electrical Equipment Guidelines
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Installing or Replacing a Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Unpacking the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Removing UCH2 from the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Removing the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card from the Card Slot
Installing the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card in the Card Slot
Installing UCH2 on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Installing or Replacing Cables in UCH2
Adding Heat-Shrink Tubing to Custom Built Cables
Troubleshooting the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Installation
Downstream RF Power Measurement Caution
Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface
Line Card Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: November 9, 2009
Last Updated: May 10, 2010
Document Revision History
Document Revision Date Change SummaryOL-20254-01
November 16, 2009
Initial Version.
OL-20254-02
May 10, 2010
Added information about the 10 and 15 downstream channel license information.
Tip Statement numbers (for example, Statement 1030) at the end of a Warning refer to specific warnings and their translations in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco uBR10012 Universal Broadband Router document.
Contents
•Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Physical Description
•Technical Specifications and Component Part Numbers
•Safety Information and Warnings
•Installing or Replacing a Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
•Installing or Replacing Cables in UCH2
•Adding Heat-Shrink Tubing to Custom Built Cables
•Troubleshooting the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Installation
Feature Overview
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card is a 20 by 16 inch card designed specifically for the Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router. This card transmits and receives RF signals between the subscriber and the headend over hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) system.
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V line cards have five downstream (DS) ports and twenty upstream (US) ports. The line card supports five cable MAC domains (cable interfaces), and the 20 DS and 20 US channels are dynamically associated with any of these five MAC domains. The card has twenty US spigots and five DS spigots. Each of the US spigots supports either two-frequency stacked US channels across ten ports or a single US channel across twenty ports. Each of the DS spigots supports four-frequency stacked channels across five ports.
Upstream data, from the subscriber, comes through the upstream ports (US0-US19) on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card. The line card processes and configures the data and sends it across the backplane to the WAN/backhaul card and out to the Internet.
Downstream data, to the subscriber, comes from the Internet through the WAN/backhaul card, and across the backplane to the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card. The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V card processes and configures the data and sends it out through the appropriate rf-channel on a downstream port (DS0-DS4) to be combined with the rest of the downstream signals in the headend.
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card supports both DOCSIS and EuroDOCSIS cable modem networks. The card supports downstream channels in the 55 to 999 MHz range, and upstream channels in the 5 to 65 MHz range. The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card supports Annex A and Annex B radio frequency (RF) data rates, channel widths, and modulation schemes and has DOCSIS MAC management and spectrum management capabilities. DOCSIS-3.0, A-TDMA, S-CDMA, downstream bonding, and upstream bonding rates are supported.
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card has high line card CPU speed, memory, and flash memory allowing support of Voice over IP (VoIP) at much higher call loads and a higher percentage of modems running advanced DOCSIS features that typically consume line card CPU resources.
Note You must ensure that two DOCSIS Timing, Communication and Control (DTCC) cards are configured on the Cisco uBR10012 router before installing the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card.
Figure 1 shows the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card faceplate with Configured as UBR-MC20X20V-20D bar code label printed on it to indicate that the software license installed on the card supports 20 DS channels. The product ID (PID) of this card is UBR-MC20X20V-20D.
Figure 1 Cisco UBR-MC20X20V-20D Cable Interface Line Card
Figure 2 shows the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card faceplate with Configured as UBR-MC20X20V-5D bar code label printed on it to indicate that the software license installed on the card supports five DS channels. The PID of this card is UBR-MC20X20V-5D.
Figure 2 Cisco UBR-MC20X20V-5D Cable Interface Line Card
Figure 3 shows the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card faceplate with Configured as UBR-MC20X20V-0D bar code label printed on it to indicate that the software license installed on the card does not support DS channels. The PID of this card is UBR-MC20X20V-0D.
Figure 3 Cisco UBR-MC20X20V-0D Cable Interface Line Card
Table 1 shows the supported DOCSIS modulation schemes.
Table 1 Supported DOCSIS and EuroDOCSIS Modulation Schemes
Cable Interface Line Card Downstream Modulation Upstream ModulationCisco UBR-MC20X20V
64-QAM1 , 256-QAM
QPSK2 , 8-, 16-, 32-, 64-QAM
1 QAM = Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
2 QPSK = Quadrature Phase Shift Keying
Benefits
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card provides the following benefits:
•Expanded capacity of the Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router, providing the highest port density available in Cisco cable interface line cards.
•Additional flexibility for cable operators in partitioning the cable plant to address growing subscriber bandwidth demands; enables cost-effective scalability of services and subscribers.
•Online insertion and removal (OIR), allowing key system components to be added or removed without powering off the chassis.
•Hardware-based support for DOCSIS 2.0 (apart from DOCSIS 1.x features) and DOCSIS 3.0 features such as S-CDMA, Multiple Logical Channels, Upstream Channel Bonding, Per Service flow DS ID, and other DOCSIS 3.0 downstream features.
Onboard Failure Logging
The On-Board Failure Logging (OBFL) feature enables storage and collection of critical failure information in the nonvolatile memory of a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU), like a Route Processor (RP) or line card. The Cisco uBR10000 series universal broadband router supports OBFL on PRE4, the Cisco SIP-600 jacket card, Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card and the Cisco UBR-MC5X20H cable interface line card.
The OBFL stored data assists in understanding and debugging field failures upon Return Material Authorization (RMA) of a RP or line card at repair and failure analysis sites.
OBFL records operating temperatures, voltages, hardware uptime, and any other important events that assist board diagnosis in case of hardware failures.
For more information on the feature, see the Onboard Failure Logging feature guide located at the following URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/ios/12_2sx/12_2sxh/feature/guide/sxhobfl.html#wp1053048
Note The output from the CMTS router may vary slightly compared to the output samples shown in the URL mentioned above.
Logging details for OBFL
The logging details for the OBFL feature are described below:
•OBFL is enabled by default. You need to enable the feature if it is disabled previously.
•On the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card logging begins after the system starts up.
•OBFL samples the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card temperature and voltage sensors every five minutes.
•Voltage data is stored only when it is different from the last stored record.
•The maximum logging time is two hours, hence, a new record is stored every two hours, regardless of data variation.
•Fatal hardware events are logged with OBFL.
•Logs are organized as current (continuous) and historical (summarized) data records.
•OBFL logging has no impact on performance.
Storing OBFL Data
OBFL logs are recorded on the bootflash device of the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card. The logs are maintained in a separate 2MB partition, distinct from the Bootflash filesystem partition where the crash dumps are stored. OBFL log files are not accessible to the operator and their contents can be viewed only by using the OBFL CLI commands.
Displaying OBFL Data
The show logging onboard command displays the logs from the OBFL data.
For information on OBFL commands, see the "Configuration Tasks" chapter in the Onboard Failure Logging feature guide located at the following URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/ios/12_0s/feature/guide/12sobfl.html#wp1025118
Software Licensing
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card supports software licensing for the DS functionality. A bar code label on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card faceplate indicates the type of license configured on it (see Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3).
Table 2 describes the license information. The four license LEDs on the line card faceplate indicate the license status (see Figure 1).
Table 2
License Information
The four LEDs blink green when the license is either invalid or no license is configured. The LED status is described in Table 3.
Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Physical Description
Figure 4 shows the Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router with the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line cards installed.
Figure 4 Cisco uBR10012 Router Chassis with Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Cards
Table 3 describes the LEDs on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V dense connector cable interface line card.
Tools and Equipment
The dense connector configuration comes with the following equipment:
•Universal cable holder (UCH): UCH2
•T-10 TORX driver tool
•Cable bundle
Note Quad-shield coaxial cable bundles for the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card can be purchased from Cisco, with the Universal Cable Holders (UCH) already connected to the coaxial cable bundles. Alternatively, custom-length quad-shield coaxial cable bundles can be purchased from third party vendors, with the UCH either connected to the cable bundles or provided as separate components.
Figure 5 shows the UCH2, which is used to group, hold, and protect the MCX cables when they are installed on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card. Always use UCH2 when cabling the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card.
Figure 5 Universal Cable Holder (UCH): UCH2
The T-10 TORX driver tool (see Figure 6) and a 1/4-inch flathead screwdriver are used to remove and install the cable bar clamp on the UCH, and loosen the line card captive screws.
Figure 6 T-10 TORX Driver Tool
The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card uses bundled cables. The cables come in bundles of 5 cables or 10 cables. Figure 10 shows a MC20X20V dual-shielded cable bundle with 10 cables. This particular dual-shielded cable configuration can be used when you are cabling the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V card directly to the cable plant.
Note Only in Europe, the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card must use quad-shielded cables. In all other regions, the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card can use dual-shielded or quad-shielded cables.
Figure 7 shows the cable bundle for Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card to hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) plant that has 25 F connectors attached to one end and three UCH2 units attached to the other end. This cable is 9.84 feet (3 m) long and the part number is CAB-RFSW520QTIMF2.
Figure 7 Cable Bundle with UCH2 Units and F Connectors
Figure 8 shows the cable bundle for Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card to RF switch that has three UCH2 units attached to one end and two RF switch header blocks attached to the other end. This cable is 3.2 feet (1 m) long and the part number is CAB-RFSW520QTIMM2.
Figure 8 Cable Bundle with UCH2 Units and RF Switch Header Blocks
Figure 9 shows the cable bundle for RF switch to HFC plant that has two RF switch header blocks attached to one end and 25 F connectors attached to the other end. This cable is 9.84 feet (3 m) long and the part number is CAB-RFSW520QTPMF2.
Figure 9 Cable Bundle with RF Switch Header Blocks and F Connectors
Note Customers purchasing custom-length quad-shield coaxial cable bundles from third party vendors can purchase spare Universal Cable Holders and spare RF switch header blocks from Cisco. Refer to Table 11 for the applicable Cisco part numbers.
If you are cabling the card to the Cisco uBR 3X10 RF switch, you must have MCX connectors at either end of the cable.
Figure 10 10-Bundle Dual-Shielded Cable with MCX Connectors
Caution The Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card must be used with the provided UCH2 for all cable connections to the line card. Failure to use the UCH2 may cause permanent damage to the line card connectors, resulting in low or no RF output in the downstream or low or no RF input in the upstream.
Note The cable used with the dense connector UCH2 must be 75-ohm precision miniature video cable. See the "Technical Specifications and Component Part Numbers" section.
Technical Specifications and Component Part Numbers
The following tables provide specification information for the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card.
Physical Specifications and Compliance Information
Table 4 lists the physical specifications for the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card.
1 W = Watts
2 BTU/hr = British thermal units per hour
RF Specifications
Input
Table 5 shows DOCSIS 1.0 input specifications.
Table 5 DOCSIS 1.0 Supported Upstream Modulation Schemes (US0—US19)
Channel Width-MHz Symbol Rate-Msym/s Max Throughput-Mbps Nominal Throughput-Mbps Maximum Range-dBmV 1 Annex A Annex B QPSK 16-QAM QPSK 16-QAM0.2
—
0.16
0.32
0.64
0.23
0.55
-16 to +14
0.4
—
0.32
0.64
1.28
0.55
1.1
-13 to +17
0.8
—
0.64
1.28
2.56
1.1
2.2
-10 to +20
1.6
—
1.28
2.56
5.12
2.2
4.4
-7 to +23
3.2
—
2.56
5.12
10.24
4.4
8.8
-4 to +26
1 The DOCSIS specifications state that each channel width has a range that it can work within.
Table 6 shows DOCSIS 2.0 input specifications.
Table 6 DOCSIS 2.0 Supported Upstream Modulation Schemes (US0—US19)
Channel Width-MHZ Symbol Rate-Msym/s Max Throughput-Mbps Nominal Throughput-Mbps Maximum Range-dBmV 1 QPSK 16-QAM 64-QAM QPSK 16-QAM 64-QAM6.4
5.12
10.12
20.48
30.72
8.8
17.6
26.4
-1 to +29
1 The DOCSIS specifications state that each channel width has a range that it can work within.
Output
Table 7 shows output specifications.
RF Output Power Range
All the channels within a controller must have the same RF power value. When the rf power value is changed on any one channel, the same value is applied to all the channels within the controller.
The recommended RF power range depends on the mode of the upconverter. The mode of the upconverter is decided by the highest numbered channel that is enabled. Table 8 lists the mode and the corresponding RF power range.
Table 8 RF Output Power Range
Noise
Figure 10 shows noise specifications.
RF Specifications Specific to Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
The following specifications are specific to the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card with onboard upconverters.
Part Numbers
Table 11 lists the part numbers for the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card, cable kits, cables, connectors, tubing, and tools.
Table 11 Part Numbers
Description Part Numbers1. Cisco UBR-MC20X20V
2. Blank Cover
1. UBR-MC20X20V-20D=, UBR-MC20X20V-5D=, UBR-MC20X20V-0D=
2. UBR10-MC-COVER=
Cable kit (3m MCX to F cables) 1Dual-shielded
Quad-shielded
•CAB-RFSW520TPMF=, Cisco Systems, Inc.
•CAB-RFSW520QTPMF=, Cisco Systems, Inc.
Universal Cable Holder (UCH)1. UCH2
2. Universal Cable Holder for MCX connectors, qty 3 pcs
1. CAB-520-UCH2, Cisco Systems
2. CAB-520-MULT-UCH2
1. Cable bundle for RF card to HFC plant: 3 UCH2 units attached to one end and F connectors attached to the other end, 9.84 feet (3 m) long.
2. Cable bundle for RF card to RF switch: 3 UCH2 units attached to one end and 2 RF switch header blocks attached to the other end, 3.2 feet (1 m) long.
3. Cable bundle for RF switch to HFC plant: 2 RF switch header blocks attached to one end and F connectors attached to the other end, 9.84 feet (3 m) long.
1. CAB-RFSW520QTIMF2=
2. CAB-RFSW520QTIMM2=
3. CAB-RFSW520QTPMF2=
RF Switch header blocks for MCX connectors, qty 4 pcs
CAB-RFSW-MULT-HB
MCX fixed pin connector 11. Dual-shielded
2. Quad-shielded
1. PN-MCXFP, White Sands Engineering2
2. PN-MCXFPQ, White Sands Engineering2
75-ohm precision miniature video cable1. Dual-shielded single cable
2. Quad-shielded five-pack (red, white, blue, green, yellow)
3. Quad-shielded five-pack (violet, orange, black, gray, brown)
1. YR46940, White Sands Engineering, single cable
2. YR50386, White Sands Engineering, five pack
3. YR52310, White Sands Engineering, five pack
MCX connector strip tool 11. Dual-shielded cables
2. Quad-shielded cables
1. PN-CPT-7538-125, White Sands Engineering
2. PN-CPT-7538-200Q, White Sands Engineering
MCX connector to F connector adapter
PN-53140137, White Sands Engineering
F connector strip tool
1. Dual-shielded cables
2. Quad-shielded cables
1. PN-CPT-7538
2. PN-CPT7538Q
MCX and F connector crimper tool
PN-ACT- 483, White Sands Engineering
F connector 11. Dual-shielded
2. Quad-shielded
1. PN-ASFP, White Sands Engineering
2. PN-ASFPQ, White Sands Engineering
Shrink tubing
Size: 1/4 inch
Shrink ratio: 2:1
Recovered wall thickness: 0.025 inch
Inside diameter after recovery: 0.125 inchNote Do not use shrink tubing with MC20X20V quad-shielded cables.
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1 Only in Europe, the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card must use quad-shielded cables. In all other regions, the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card can use dual-shielded or quad-shielded cables.
2 White Sands Engineering at the following URL: http://www.whitesandsengineering.com/
Nominal Attenuation
Table 12 shows the nominal attenuation for specified cable lengths.
Figure 11 Nominal Attenuation Graph for 75-Ohm Miniature Headend Coaxial Cable
Safety Information and Warnings
Following are safety guidelines that you should follow when working with any equipment that connects to electrical power.
Electrical Equipment Guidelines
Follow these basic guidelines when working with any electrical equipment:
•Before beginning any procedures requiring access to the chassis interior, locate the emergency power-off switch for the room in which you are working.
•Disconnect all power and external cables before moving a chassis.
•Do not work alone when potentially hazardous conditions exist.
•Never assume that power has been disconnected from a circuit; always check.
•Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe.
•Carefully examine your work area for possible hazards such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension cables, and missing safety grounds.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which occurs when electronic cards or components are improperly handled, can result in complete or intermittent failures. The AC input power shelf and its AC power modules contain a printed circuit card that is fixed in a metal carrier. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and connectors are integral components of the carrier. Although the metal carrier helps to protect the cards from ESD, use an anti-static strap each time you handle the modules.
Following are guidelines for preventing ESD damage:
•Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact. Before removing a card from the chassis, connect the equipment end of the strap to a bare metal, unpainted surface on the chassis or rack-mount. Make sure that the chassis and/or rack has a grounding cable installed. (For more information, see the Cisco uBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Hardware Installation Guide.)
•Handle components by the carrier edges only; avoid touching the card components or any connector pins.
•When removing a module, place it on an anti-static surface or in a static-shielding bag. If the module will be returned to the factory, immediately place it in a static-shielding bag.
•Avoid contact between the modules and clothing. The wrist strap protects the card from ESD voltages on the body only; ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
Caution For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the anti-static strap. The measurement should be between 1 and 10 megohms.
Warning Definition
Installing or Replacing a Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Use the following procedure to install a Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card in the Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router chassis.
Note The following instructions describe the connection and removal process for the customized RF cables and the maintenance of the Cisco preconfigured cable bundles.
Note If you are returning a card to the factory, after removing the card from the chassis, immediately place it into an antistatic shielding bag.
Caution For proper cooling and airflow, always install a blank cover on any empty slot in the Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router chassis. Blank covers are available for all Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router modules. For information about specific modules, see the "Related Documentation" section.
Tools and Equipment
To remove and replace an individual Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card, you need the following tools and equipment:
•Replacement Cisco UBR-MC20X20V card: UBR10-MC20X20V=
Blank uBR10012 card (if required): UBR10-MC-COVER=•1/4-inch flathead screwdriver
•ESD-preventive wrist strap
•Antistatic surface, such as a mat or antistatic bag
Unpacking the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
To unpack the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card, complete the following steps:
Caution Make sure you are properly grounded with an ESD-preventative ground strap.
Step 1 Remove the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card from the box.
Step 2 Place the card on an antistatic surface.
Step 3 Remove the protective sticker covering the DS ports.
Step 4 Review the installation information for the card.
Note For Class B emission compliance, a ferrite needs to be installed on each of the input DC power harness when Cisco UBR-MC20X20V line cards are installed in the Cisco uBR10K chassis. This is mandatory only when the DC PEMs are used and is not needed when the AC power supply is used.
Only one ferrite is needed per power harness. There will be two ferrites in the Cisco uBR10K accessory kit. When the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V line card is shipped as a spare, two ferrites will be included in the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V accessory kit.
Removing UCH2 from the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Note The UCH2 should be used with the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card. For more information, see the "Installing or Replacing Cables in UCH2" section.
Caution Make sure you are properly grounded with an ESD-preventative ground strap.
Step 1 Carefully move the cables away from the front of the card so that you can easily reach the leadscrew on the UCH2.
Step 2 Use the flathead screwdriver to loosen the leadscrew on the UCH2. Turn the leadscrew counterclockwise. (See Figure 12.)
Step 3 Unscrew the leadscrew until it is completely out of the faceplate on the line card.
Figure 12 Unscrewing the UCH2
Step 4 Use the leadscrew to pull the UCH2 and cables straight away from the card. (See Figure 13.)
Caution Do not use the cables to pull the holder from the faceplate. Be careful not to bend the cables at right angles to the holder.
Figure 13 Removing the UCH2 from the Line Card
Step 5 Move the cables and the UCH2 away from the front of the line card.
Step 6 Repeat Step 1 through Step 5 for the other UCH2s.
Removing the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card from the Card Slot
Step 1 Unscrew the captive screws on the front of the cable interface card.
Step 2 Simultaneously pivot both ejector levers away from the cable interface line card to disengage the card from the backplane. (See Figure 14.)
Figure 14 Unscrewing the Captive Screws and Opening the Ejector Levels
Figure 15 Removing the Cable Interface Line Card from the Chassis
Caution Always handle the card by the carrier edges because the upconverter on the bottom side of the line card may be hot to the touch. Dropping the card can damage the carrier rails and card guides, making it difficult to reinstall.
Step 3 Slide the card out from the chassis and place it on an antistatic surface or in a static shielding bag with the component side up.
Step 4 If you are installing a new or replacement card, see the "Installing the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card in the Card Slot" section. Otherwise, install a blank cover over the slot and screw down its captive screws.
Caution For proper cooling and airflow, always install a blank card cover in unused line card slots.
Installing the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card in the Card Slot
Caution Make sure your ESD wrist strap is properly attached to a chassis ground location.
Step 1 Carefully align the top and bottom edges of the card with the guides in the chassis.
Caution This Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card weighs 16 lbs. Use both hands when handling the card. Do not drop the card or otherwise damage the carrier rails. Bent or damaged rails can damage the card guides and prevent line card installation. When installing cards for the first time, or when all the captive screws of the card are loose, insert cards first in slot 5/1 and work towards slot 8/0 to prevent uneven gasket pressure.
Step 2 Slide the card into the slot. (See Figure 16.)
Figure 16 Inserting the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Figure 17 Closing the Ejector Levers
Step 3 Simultaneously close the ejector levers to secure the card in the backplane. (See Figure 17.)
Step 4 Engage and begin tightening the captive screws first by hand. Then, use either a T-10 Torx (included in the line card accessory kit) or a common flathead screwdriver to tighten the captive screws between 5 to 7 in-lbs.
Caution Always tighten the captive screws on each line card, but not more than the maximum of 7 in-lbs. These screws prevent accidental removal and provide proper grounding for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding.
Note When fully inserted, the line card cycles through its power-on self-test, and the POWER and STATUS LEDs turn on. (If either of those LEDs is flashing, see the "Troubleshooting the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Installation" section).
Installing UCH2 on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
Caution The UCH2 must be used for all cable connections to the line card. Failure to use a UCH2 may cause permanent damage to the line card connectors, resulting in low or no RF output in the downstream or low or no RF input in the upstream.
To install UCH2, complete the following steps:
Step 1 Position UCH2 so the red line is on the same side as the red triangle on the card.
Step 2 Align the end pins on UCH2 with the pin holes in the faceplate. (See Figure 18.)
Caution When you are replacing the UCH2, be careful not to bend the cables in the holder at right angles.
Step 3 While holding the UCH2 and cables in place on the faceplate, use your fingers to tighten the leadscrew. If the UCH2 and cables do not appear to settle securely in place on the faceplate, wiggle the holder to resettle the connectors. (See Figure 19.)
Step 4 Use the flathead screwdriver to tighten the leadscrew. Turn the leadscrew clockwise until it will no longer turn (10 in-lbs, maximum torque 15 in-lbs).
Caution Torquing the leadscrew to more than the maximum of 20 in-lbs can cause the leadscrew to fail.
Note As you turn the leadscrew clockwise, the outer shroud on the UCH2 moves to cover the red line on the top and the black line on the bottom of the UCH2. The half circles on the edge of the shroud appear to close as the shroud fits down over the UCH2. Full engagement is indicated by visible metal-to-metal contact between the UCH2 and the faceplate (check the half circle cutouts).
Figure 18 Aligning the UCH2 with the Cable Interface Card Dense Connector Ports
Figure 19 Installing the UCH2 on the Faceplate
Step 5 Repeat Step 1 through Step 4 for the other two UCH2s.
Step 6 Configure the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card if required as described in Configuring the UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card.
Note It is not necessary to configure the cable interface line card if you are installing a replacement card in the identical slot. After the reset cycle, the software detects all modules on each line card and generates the proper data structure for them.
Installing or Replacing Cables in UCH2
The UCH2 is designed to stabilize the cables and hold them in place.
Tools and Equipment
The tools listed below are designed to help you remove and install cables in the UCH2.
•T-10 TORX driver tool—Removes the cable clamp bar.
•Cable heat-shrink wrap—Adds strength to the dual-shielded cables and connector connection.
Note Do not use heat-shrink wrap on MC20X20V quad-shielded cables.
•Cables—75-ohm precision miniature video cable, MC20X20V dual-shielded or quad-shielded bonded foil 1855 type.
Removing Cables
To remove the old cables, complete the following steps:
Step 1 Use the T-10 TORX driver tool to loosen the UCH2 lock bar on the side from which you want to remove a cable. (See Figure 20.)
Step 2 Slide open the lock bar by hand, or with a flathead screwdriver if the bar is tight or hard to access. (See Figure 21.)
Figure 20 Using the T-10 TORX Driver Tool to Loosen the UCH2 Lock Bar
Figure 21 Using a Screwdriver to Slide Open the Lock Bar on the UCH2
Step 3 Carefully pull the cable completely out of the UCH2.
Caution Be careful not to bend the cables at right angles.
Note If the cable does not come loose from the UCH2, make sure the lock bar is completely open.
Step 4 Repeat for each cable you are removing.
Installing Cables
Cisco cables are color-coded for easy reference and installation. The cable color corresponds to a specific port on the card. The tables include a column for users to define ports and color definitions.
Table 13 lists the cable ports and associated cable color applicable when using MC20X20V dual-shielded cables or quad-shielded cabling.
Note Precision miniature video coaxial cables come in various colors, and you can use any cable color combination. However, when you are connecting the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card to the Cisco RF switch, we recommend that you install the cables in the UCH2 as shown in Figure 24, and listed in Table 13.
Table 13 MC20X20V Dual/Qual Shielded Cable Ports and Cable Colors
Universal Cable Holder (1) Universal Cable Holder (2) Universal Cable Holder (3) Line Card Port Cable Color RF Switch User Defined Line Card Port Cable Color RF Switch User Defined Line Card Port Cable Color RF Switch
User DefinedUS1 0
Red
US10
Gray
DS2 0
Red
US1
White
US11
Brown
DS1
White
US2
Blue
US12
Red
DS2
Blue
US3
Green
US13
White
DS3
Green
US4
Yellow
US14
Blue
DS4
Yellow
US5
Violet
US15
Green
—
—
US6
Orange
US16
Yellow
—
—
US7
Black
US17
Violet
—
—
US8
Gray
US18
Orange
—
—
US9
Brown
US19
Black
—
—
1 US = upstream
2 DS = downstream
Table 14 Legacy 5-Color MC20X20V Quad-Shielded Cable Ports and Cable Colors
Universal Cable Holder (1) Universal Cable Holder (2) Universal Cable Holder (3) Line Card Port Cable Color RF Switch User Defined Line Card Port Cable Color RF Switch User Defined Line Card Port Cable Color RF Switch
User DefinedUS1 0
Red
US10
Red
DS2 0
Red
US1
White
US11
White
DS1
White
US2
Blue
US12
Blue
DS2
Blue
US3
Green
US13
Green
DS3
Green
US4
Yellow
US14
Yellow
DS4
Yellow
US5
Red
US15
Red
—
—
US6
White
US16
White
—
—
US7
Blue
US17
Blue
—
—
US8
Green
US18
Green
—
—
US9
Yellow
US19
Yellow
—
—
1 US = upstream
2 DS = downstream
To replace cables or install new cables in a UCH2, complete the following steps:
Step 1 Use the T-10 TORX driver tool to loosen the lock bar on the side in which you want to install a cable. (See Figure 20.)
Step 2 Use a flathead screwdriver as a lever to slide open the lock bar. (See Figure 21.)
Step 3 Remove the ESD cap from a cable (see Figure 22 and Figure 23) and place it into the hole in the UCH2. (See Figure 24.) Use Table 13 to determine the correct color and location for each colored cable.
Figure 22 Removing an ESD Cap from a MCX connector
Figure 23 Removing an ESD Cap from an F connector
Figure 24 Placing Cables in the UCH2
Step 4 Insert and wiggle the connector into the hole.
Note The cables fit loosely in the holes, and are not locked into place until the lock bar is closed in Step 6.
Step 5 Repeat Step 3 and Step 4 for the remaining cables you are installing.
Note Make sure the cables are aligned correctly and inserted completely or the slide bar will not close.
Step 6 Slide the lock bar close completely, and use the T-10 TORX driver tool to tighten the screws clockwise (torque 10 in-lbs, 1.13 Newton meters (Nm)).
Note Clamp bar maximum torque 15 in-lbs (1.70 Nm).
Adding Heat-Shrink Tubing to Custom Built Cables
Note Heat-shrink tubing should be used only with MC20X20V dual-shielded cables. Do not use heat-shrink wrap with MC20X20V quad-shielded cables.
The heat-shrink tubing adds rigidity to the connection between the connector and the cable. The tubing is not required, but recommended. This procedure describes how to add heat-shrink tubing to the cables.
Tools and Equipment
•Heat-shrink tubing—See the "Technical Specifications and Component Part Numbers" section.
•MCX cable prep tool (cable stripper)—White Sands Engineering part number CPT-7538-125 (for dual-shielded cables).
•MCX cable crimping tool—White Sands Engineering part number ACT-483.
•MCX connectors—White Sands Engineering part number MCXFP (for dual-shielded cables).
•Cable—75-ohm precision miniature video cable, single strand bonded foil 1855 type.
•Heat source—To shrink the tubing around the cable (for example, a hand-held dryer).
Note The heat-shrink tubing cannot be added if there is a connector on the end of the cable.
Adding Heat-Shrink Tubing
To add heat-shrink tubing to the cable, complete the following steps:
Step 1 Cut the new cable to the desired length.
Step 2 Strip the cable with the MCX cable prep tool per manufacturer instructions.
Step 3 Cut a piece of heat-shrink tubing approximately 1-inch in length.
Note The heat-shrink tubing has a 2:1 ratio for shrinkage (tubing has a 0.125-in. inside diameter with a 0.025-in. thick wall after recovery).
Step 4 Slide the tubing onto the cable.
Figure 25 Heat-Shrink Tubing on Cable Before Shrinking
Step 5 Install a MCX connector per manufacturers instructions.
Figure 26 Installing MCX Connectors
Step 6 Slide the heat-shrink tubing down the cable until the end is touching the connector.
Step 7 Use a heat source (hand-held dryer) to shrink the tubing around the cable.
Step 8 If the tubing overlaps the connector after it has shrunk, cut back the shrink tubing to the end of the connector.
Note If the tubing overlaps the connector, the connector will be difficult to install in the UCH2 slot, and the UCH2 may not function properly.
Troubleshooting the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card Installation
Check the following:
1. Verify that the captive screws and ejector levers are secure.
a. Check that the captive screws are secure in the faceplate.
b. Check that the ejectors levers are properly closed.
2. Verify that the card is properly seated in the chassis.
a. Release the ejector levers and captive screws.
b. Slide the card partially out of the chassis and then slide it back in, making sure that it is properly seated in the backplane.
c. Close the ejector levers and tighten the captive screws.
3. Verify that the UCH2 is securely in place on the faceplate.
a. Check that the leadscrew is secure.
Note The recommended maximum torque that should be applied to a leadscrew is 15 in-lbs
(1.69 Nm).
4. Verify that the connectors are properly seated in the ports on the faceplate.
a. Verify that no cables are broken at the connector.
b. Verify that the cables are properly secured in the UCH2.
c. Verify that all the MCX connectors are protruding the same distance out of the UCH2.
Note Use the MCX to F connector adapter to easily adapt the MCX connection for testing the cables.
5. Verify that the lock bar on the UCH2 is in place and tightened.
Downstream RF Power Measurement Caution
Caution Exposure to ESD can damage this product.
If downstream RF power measurements are made on the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line card, all the ESD precautions listed below must be followed to prevent damage to the product:
1. Check for a proper ground on the equipment and chassis before connecting any cables.
2. Ensure there is a common ground between all the test equipment and the unit under test.
3. Keep test cables as short as possible to limit static buildup.
4. Before attaching any test cables to the unit under test, momentarily ground the center pin of the test cable to remove any static buildup that may be present.
Broken Leadscrews
To remove a lead screw that has broken off in the faceplate of the card, complete the following steps:
Step 1 Remove the cable bundle and UCH2 from the faceplate.
a. Take hold of the entire bundle of cables with one hand, and hold the card in place with the other.
b. Pull the cables and UCH2 away from the card.
Note If the UCH2 does not immediately come away from the faceplate, gently wiggle the UCH2 up and down while at the same time pulling it away from the faceplate.
Step 2 Inspect the screw hole and blow away any debris.
Step 3 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the leadscrew hole.
Step 4 Press down and rotate the screwdriver counterclockwise until the broken part of the lead screw emerges from the hole.
Step 5 Use your fingers or needle-nose pliers to rotate the leadscrew the rest of the way out of the hole.
Related Documentation
For more information about the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V cable interface line cards, Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router chassis, and software configuration, see the following documents:
•Configuring the Cisco UBR-MC20X20V Cable Interface Line Card
•Cisco uBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Hardware Installation Guide
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/cable/cmts/ubr10012/installation/guide/hig.html
•Cisco uBR10000 Series Universal Broadband Router Release Notes
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/cable/ps2209/prod_release_notes_list.html
•Cisco uBR10012 Router Software Features
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/cable/ps2209/products_feature_guides_list.html
•Cisco uBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Software Configuration Guide
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/cable/cmts/ubr10012/configuration/guide/scg.html
•Cisco IOS CMTS Cable Software Configuration Guide, Release 12.2SC
http://www.cisco.com/web/techdoc/cable/Config/Sw_conf.html
•Cisco IOS CMTS Cable Command Reference
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/ios/cable/command/reference/cbl_book.html
This document is to be used in conjunction with the documents listed in the "Related Documentation" section.
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