Abstract:
A method for configuring an enclosure used in a communications network is described. The method may include providing a group of pigtails. The method may further include routing the group of pigtails circumferentially around a subscriber termination field, where the group of pigtails is associated with an optical splitter module used to convey optical signals to a destination, and where the routing is performed in a manner that does not substantially obstruct access to at least one of a group of subscriber terminations that are associated with the subscriber termination field.
Abstract:
The present disclosure relates to a jack assembly including a jack mount having a front side and a rear side. A jack of the assembly is adapted to be slidably mounted in a jack receiving region of the jack mount. The jack assembly also includes a plurality of cross-connect contacts, and a rear interface assembly. The rear interface assembly includes a dielectric cover piece and a plurality of rear connectors that project outward from the dielectric cover piece.
Abstract:
A housing for a coaxial jack including an opening for receiving the jack, the opening including a guide for preventing rotation of the jack within the opening. The housing also includes a stop to limit sliding of the jack within the opening and a flange extending from an outer surface. An outer face opposite the flange includes a ridge and a groove. A housing for coaxial jacks includes a pair of openings for receiving jacks. Each opening includes a guide to prevent rotation and a stop to limit sliding of the jack within the opening.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to an electronic signal switching module with connectors on a first side for connecting with a variety of devices and sources and with jacks for receiving patch cords on a second side. The switching modules include two position switches in the circuitry connecting the jacks with the connectors which allow the module to be configured as a straight-through patching module, a fully normal module with paired jacks or a half normal module with paired jacks. One alternative of the invention utilizes card edge connectors on the first side. Another aspect of the invention involves a chassis for holding a plurality of switching modules adjacent to and electronically connected with a plurality of connecting modules. The switching modules may also include designation lenses adjacent to the jacks for holding indicia.
Abstract:
A patching system is disclosed herein. The patching system includes a plurality of front-loaded patching modules positionable within a chassis. Each of the patching modules includes first and second longframe jack assemblies and a switch for changing the circuit configurations of the patching module. The patching modules and the chassis provide increased patching density.
Abstract:
A chassis and associated telecommunication circuit card are disclosed. The chassis has heat dissipation and flame containment features while accommodating a high density of the circuitry cards. Embodiments include an inner housing with a double-layer middle floor dividing the chassis into top and bottom chambers. Each layer has partially aligned slots, and an air gap is provided between the two layers. Embodiments also include a double-layer mesh cover with an air gap existing between the two mesh layers. Projections and grooves are provided on the inner surfaces of the inner housing to receive circuit cards having a guide on one edge and a fin on another. The circuit card includes conductor structures such as multiple board layers with paired and segregated conductors. The circuit card also includes some components positioned to cooperate with the ventilation features of the chassis and includes some components chosen for low-power consumption or reduced flammability.
Abstract:
An air flow distribution system for a telecommunication equipment assembly is disclosed. The telecommunications equipment assembly includes a chassis. The chassis is formed by wall panels and includes a first side, a second side, a bottom end section, a top end section, electronic apparatuses regions and a plenum region having plenum region boundaries. The telecommunication equipment assembly also includes a first side air input port and a second side air input port in the bottom end section of the chassis. The input ports permit cooling air to be drawn into the chassis. An output port is provided in the top end section of the chassis. A fan holder is located along one of the plenum region boundaries. The fan holder receives a fan to facilitate air movement in conjunction with the plenum region. The air movement includes movement along air flow paths through the electronic apparatuses regions. The electronic apparatuses and plenum regions are located above the input ports and below the output port. The electronic apparatuses regions border another of the plenum region boundaries.
Abstract:
A DSX jack module having removable jacks is disclosed. The jack module includes a jack mount for holding the jacks. The jack module also includes a front facing cross-connect array and a front facing IN/OUT array. A circuit board is electrically connected to the arrays. The circuit board includes portions positioned directly behind the cross-connect array and the IN/OUT array. A chassis for holding jack modules is also disclosed. The chassis includes a front door having a double hinge configuration.
Abstract:
“IMPROVEMENTS INTRODUCED IN CABINET TO HOUSE TELECOMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT”, comprising, according to the characteristics thereof, the introduction of a proper and specific set of devices and improvements in the strength and safety area in general on the structure of a cabinet (1) to house telecommunication equipment, in order to provide a safe and reliable utilization and safekeeping of different telecommunication equipment in general against non authorized access and bad weather in general, being based on the incorporation and improvement of various proper and specific components in proprietary structures made of metallic material or similar material, whose shape and internal and external arrangement provides the proper housing of telecommunication equipment in general therein and which are properly arranged (fitted and attached) on the basic structure of cabinet (1).
Abstract:
The present disclosure relates to a jack assembly including a jack mount having a front side and a rear side. A jack of the assembly is adapted to be slidably mounted in a jack receiving region of the jack mount. The jack assembly also includes a plurality of cross-connect contacts, and a rear interface assembly. The rear interface assembly includes a dielectric cover piece and a plurality of rear connectors that project outward from the dielectric cover piece.