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ASM-60
10 Mbps VDSL-Based Modem
Installation and Operation Manual
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Warranty This RAD product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, RAD will, at its option, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective. For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by RAD. Buyer shall prepay shipping charges to RAD and RAD shall pay shipping charges to return the product to Buyer. However, Buyer shall pay all shippi
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Safety Warnings The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to warn the operator or service personnel of operation and maintenance factors relating to the product and its operating environment which could pose a safety hazard. Always observe standard safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance of this product. Only a qualified and authorized service personnel should carry out adjustment, maintenance or repairs to this instrument. No adjustment, maintenance o
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Quick Start Guide Installation of ASM-60 should be carried out only by an experienced technician. If you are familiar with ASM-60, use this guide to prepare the units for operation. 1. Installing ASM-60 Setting the Internal Switches Perform the internal settings as follows: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the power source. 2. Slide the blue side panel forward to detach it from the case. 3. Unscrew the two screws located on the bottom panel at the rear end of the unit. 4. Separate
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Quick Start Guide ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual 2. Operating ASM-60 Normal Indications The table below shows the correct status of the indicators a few seconds after power-up. Indicator Status PWR ON TD Depends on DTE data transmission. RD Depends on DTE data transmission. RTS Depends on DTE RTS signal status. DCD Depends on remote modem data transmission. TEST OFF ALM OFF SYNC A/SYNC B Green or red, depending on remote modem data transmission. 3. Configuring ASM-60 Co
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Contents Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 1-1 General ...................................................................................................................1-1 Versions...................................................................................................................1-1 Application......................................................................
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Table of Contents Appendix A. IR-ETH Interface Module Appendix B. IR-ETH/QH Interface Module Appendix C. IR-IP Interface Module List of Figures 1-1. Typical ASM-60 Application ...................................................................................... 1-1 1-2. 3D View of ASM-60 .................................................................................................. 1-3 1-3. ASM-60 Block Diagram ................................................................
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview General ASM-60 is a VDSL (Very High-bitrate Digital Subscriber Line) modem handling high data rates. ASM-60 supports HSSI DTE interface, and several Ethernet interface modules, which allow LAN-to-LAN connectivity using VDSL technology. Working in full duplex over 4-wire link, the modem can be configured to operate at the data rates up to 10.240 Mbps. Versions ASM-60 is available in the two following versions: • ASM-60/CO, for the central office depl
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Chapter 1 Introduction ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual Table 1-1. Typical ASM-60 Ranges Data Rate 24 AWG (Mbps) km miles 4.096 2.0 1.2 6.144 2.0 1.2 10.24 1.8 1.1 DTE Interface The ASM-60 DTE interface supports the following interfaces: • HSSI • IR-ETH module with built-in Ethernet bridge • IR-ETH/QH module with built-in Fast Ethernet bridge and VLAN support • IR-IP module with built-in IP router. Management Setup, control, monitoring of status and diagnostics can be
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ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction 1.2 Physical Description Figure 1-2 shows a 3D view of the ASM-60 standalone modem. Figure 1-2. 3D View of ASM-60 The front panel includes nine LEDs, which display the status of power, data flow, control signals and provide diagnostics. The front panel also features a 9-pin D-type (CONTROL DCE) connector for terminal connection for configuration, control and monitoring. For detailed description of the front panel, see Ch
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Chapter 1 Introduction ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual 1.3 Functional Description This section provides a functional description (Figure 1-3) of ASM-60 in the form of block diagrams. TxD, RxD A11-A15 DTE Interface CPU INT, EXT Clock RS-232 Data, Clock EVM1 HYBRID1 TRANSF.1 Line A VDSL VDSL Additional Framer Line Interface A0-A7, A14 Decoder Line B Data, Clock D8-D15 EVM2 HYBRID2 TRANSF.2 Latch/Buffer 3.3V AC Power Supply 5.0V LEDs Control Figure 1-3. ASM-60 Block Diagram The
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ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction 1.4 Technical Specifications Protocol Very High-bit-rate Digital Subscriber Line (VDSL) Line Interface Type 4-wire, unconditioned dedicated lines (twisted pair), Cat.3 and Cat.5, 19 AWG to 26 AWG Line Coding QAM Range See Table 1-1 Levels 11 dBm Impedance 110Ω Return Loss More than 15 dB Carrier Constantly On Data Rate User-selectable: 4.096 Mbps, 6.144 Mbps or DTE Interface 10.24 Mbps Type • HSSI vi
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Chapter 1 Introduction ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual PWR (green) Power Indicators RTS (yellow) Request to Send TD (yellow) Transmit Data RD (yellow) Receive Data DCD (yellow) Data Carrier Detect TST (red) Test ALM (red) Alarm SYNC A (green/red) Synchronization line A SYNC B (green/red) Synchronization line B Height 44 mm / 1.7 in (1U) Physical Width 215 mm / 8.5 in Depth 243 mm / 9.6 in Weight 1 kg / 3.1 lb AC Voltage Power 100 to 24
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup This chapter describes installation and setup procedures for the standalone ASM-60 modem. ASM-60 is delivered completely assembled. It is designed for tabletop or 19-inch rack installation. After installing the unit: • Refer to Chapter 3 for the operating instructions. • Refer to Chapter 4 for the detailed system configuration procedures using ASCII terminal connected to the ASM-60 control port. If a problem is encountered, refer to Chapter 5 for test
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual 2.2 Package Contents The ASM-60 package includes the following items: • One ASM-60 unit • ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual • AC power cord. 2.3 Installation and Setup The ASM-60 standalone unit is designed for desktop or bench installation and is delivered as a fully assembled unit. No provisions are made for bolting the unit to a tabletop. ➤ To install ASM-60: 1. Determine the required configuration
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ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Opening the ASM-60 Case ➤ To open the ASM-60 case: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the power source. 2. Slide the blue side panel forward to detach it from the case. 3. Unscrew the two screws located on the bottom panel at the rear end of the unit. 4. Separate the two halves of the ASM-60 case by lifting the top cover at the end of the unit and sliding it forward. Closing the ASM-60 Case After completing the
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual Connecting the DTE The ASM-60 DTE interface provides interface for input/output data, clock reference and control signals between the modem and the DTE. The ASM-60 DTE interface can be either HSSI interface module, terminating in SCSI 50 female connector (see Table 2-2), or one of the Ethernet interface modules, described in greater detail in Appendix A, Appendix B and Appendix C. ➤ To connect the HSSI interface:
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ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Connecting the Power Before switching on this unit and connecting any other cable, the protective earth terminals of this unit must be connected to the protective ground conductor of the power cord. If you are using an extension cord (power cable) Warning make sure it is grounded as well. Any interruption of the protective (grounding) conductor (inside or outside the instrument) or disconnecting of the protectiv
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup ASM-60 Installation and Operation Manual 2-6 Installation and Setup
