EPON Installation Flashcards
EPON stands for?
Ethernet Passive Optical Network
EPON delivers data as digital ___ and ___.
0s and 1s
OLT stands for?
Optical Line Terminal
An all passive optical network from the headend or hub site to the construction inside the customer’s premises.
EPON
Interfaces with the cable company’s IP network & connects directly to the optical fiber network.
Optical Line Terminal (OLT)
EPON signals are?
bi-directional
The OLT sends _____ frames over an optical link.
ethernet
Where optic signals are split to create the appropriate number of optical deeds for customers in the service area.
Fiber Distribution Cabinet (FDC)
Connects customers to the optical fiber network.
XF3 Gateway
Houses the first splitter location of the PON.
Fiber Distribution Cabinet (FDC)
Connects directly to fiber optic links to send Ethernet frames.
Optical Line Terminal (OLT)
EPON no longer uses _____ frames due to ethernet frames being used.
DOCSIS
Used to connect to the cable company’s IP network and convert these signals to DOCSIS.
Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS)
In XF3, _____ connectors are used for fiber termination.
SC/UPS
(T/F) An EPON network is susceptible to interference from over the air signals, just like an HFC network.
False
(T/F) EPON can be used to bring video, voice, internet and home security to Comcast customers.
True
_____ cable would only be used in an EPON install to use the MOCA capabilities of the XF3 Gateway
Coax
This tap replaces the classic RF tap at the pole or pedestal in EPON.
OptiTap
Used to clean ALL fiber connectors, bulkheads, and ports.
One Click Cleaner
Used to ensure that all fiber connections are clean of debris and are undamaged.
Fiber Scope
Used to measure the quality and quantity of the signal carried by the fiber.
Power Light Meter
The bending radius of a 3mm fiber optic cable?
1.25 in
Downstream light levels should be between for PHT to pass?
-28.5 and -8dBm
The equipment that supports Comcast EPON?
XF3 Gateway and CFG-3
