Section 311-610-30B

Equipment Issue B
030-300377 Rev. B, September 2005

- Installation Guide -
3116-10 Westell DS1 Network Interface Unit with Performance Monitoring
1.2 Document Status LED LED STATUS LED
B90-311610
LED Color State Description
NIU-PM Whenever this document is updated, the reason will PWR Green On Power is applied and present to Pin 2 - TxD (Transmit Data-OUT)
C
P be stated in this paragraph. The Issue B equipment the unit.
E Pin 3 - RxD (Receive Data-IN)
B
improves manufacturability and PM storage from 7 Off Power not applied.
R
G to 90 days. This Revision B document updates
PWR LB On Unit is in Loopback. Pin 5 - SGN (Signal Ground)
Figure 6.
LB Yellow Flashing Unit is armed and ready to de-
FAC tect the addressable LB code.
CPE 1.3 Product Purpose and Description Blinking* Unit is in dual loopback. Figure 2. Front Panel RS-232 (DB-9) Pin-Outs
ESF
Off Unit is not in any loopback con-
B8ZS The 3116-10 serves as an interface between a T1 dition.
span, or customer premises-based fiber multiplex- 2.1.4 MAN LB Push Button Switch
125641

MAN
LB FAC Green On Signal is detected from the net-
er, and the intra-building Customer Premises work.
TP1 Equipment (CPE). The 3116-10 provides standard The NIU loopback state can be controlled by press-
maintenance loopback plus collecting and report- Red On Signal from the network to the ing the front-panel MAN LB push button.
unit is lost. Depression of the MAN LB push button will cycle
ing DS1 performance statistics. These performance
TP2 monitoring capabilities allow service providers to CPE Green On Signal is detected from the cus- through the loopback states.
tomer.
F
A

PROACTively" respond to facility performance  If depressed for 3 to 5 seconds, the LB LED
C
degradation, thereby improving the availability of Red On Signal from the customer is will be on solid (yellow). If released in this in-
B
Hi-Cap T1 circuits. The NIU provides a front panel lost.
R
G
terval, the Network Loopback will be
that is half the width of the standard 400-style NIU ESF Green On Unit has detected ESF framing activated.
and makes electrical connections to the Facility and from the network.
CPE sides of the circuit through a 56-pin card-edge Off Unit is detecting SF/unframed  If depressed for greater than 5 seconds, the
connector of the mounting assembly, using indus- signals from the network. LB LED will begin blinking (yellow) at
try-standard pin assignments. B8ZS Green On Unit is configured for B8ZS line approximately 1 time per second. If released
coding. after 5 seconds, the Dual Loopback will be
Off Unit is configured for AMI line activated.
1.4 Product Mounting
coding.
 When first depressed, the LB LED will go off
*The on/off cycle of a flashing LED is faster than a blinking LED. and remain off during the first 3 seconds that
The NIU is a 200 MECHANICS
-type module and
Figure 1. Front View of 3116-10 Module mounts in a 200- or 400-type shelf assembly which Table 1. Front Panel LEDs the MAN LB is depressed. If released during
is usually mounted on an equipment backboard at this 3 second period, all existing loopback
the customer location, after the building entrance conditions will be deactivated.
1. GENERAL terminal and primary protection. Westell offers 2.1.2 Bantam Jacks
both single- and multiple-slot mountings available Two bantam-type bridging jacks are provided for 2.1.5 DB-9 RS-232 Connector
1.1 Document Purpose in both backboard (wall) and rack-mount versions transmission path testing.
for NIUs. In some applications, it may be desirable A DB-9 RS-232 connector (Figure 2) is provided
This document provides basic installation informa- to situate the NIU in outside plant cabinets or en- FAC BRG For bridging the T1 signal being re- for craft terminal access for setup, maintenance,
tion for the Westell 3116-10 Network Interface closures. The NIU is fully qualified for operating ceived from the network provisioning, performance information retrieval,
Unit (NIU) with Performance Monitoring (PM), over the temperature range of -40 to +65°C. CPE BRG For bridging the T1 signal being sent and circuit troubleshooting (see Paragraph 4.1.1 for
shown in Figure 1. Call the telephone number to the network set-up instructions).
shown in Paragraph 6.1 to request literature 2. OPTIONS & FEATURES
#030-101522 for additional information about the 2.1.3 Test Point Pin Jacks 2.2 PCB Side Panel Features
3116-10, including remote provisioning features.
2.1 Front Panel Features Test points, labelled TP1 and TP2, are provided for
measuring span current. 2.2.1 Option P201 - Power Source
- NOTE - TP1 & For measuring span current using a DC The 3116-10 contains one hardware option, P201,
2.1.1 LEDs
Hereafter the Westell 3116-10 T1 Network Interface TP2 voltmeter. TP1 will read positive with re- which configures the unit powering and which must
Unit with Performance Monitoring may be referred to Six LEDs are provided for quick, visual, circuit sta- spect to TP2. A voltmeter reading of be set at the time of installation. Select either
as the
3116-10" or
NIU" module.
tus indication. 0.6Vdc equates to a 60mA span.
SPAN" or
LOCAL" powering, as required by the

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as it will go, using just enough effort to fully-

Top Edge of PCB Main Menu Screen
seat the edge connector for maximum on VT100 Terminal MAIN
electrical contact. MENU

Edge Connector (56-pin) of PCB

- CAUTION - Submenus
NIU’s Use care when installing and removing modules
DB-9 - do not force a module into place. If a module EVENT/ALARM
PROVISIONING PERFORMANCE CIRCUIT
P201
Connector resists insertion, remove it and check for STATISTICS STATUS LOG
Standard obstructions in or near the connectors and
RS-232 mounting slots. The module then may be
Cable SET
carefully re-aligned and gently re-inserted. CLOCK
(used with
SPAN LOC PC with
(LOOP)
VT100 5) Perform Installer Connections. ALARM
emulator).
The 3116-10 makes electrical connection to DAY PM DATA
THRESHOLDS
CHANGE CIRCUIT ID HOUR PM DATA TEST MODE
external equipment through a 56-pin, card CHANGE OPTIONS 15 MIN. PM DATA PROVISIONING
RESET PM DATA
edge connector in the mounting assembly REPORTS
(see Figure 3 and Figure 4). No installer con-
Top, Right Corner of Side-panel’s Printed Circuit Board nections are necessary once the module is
properly inserted into the shelf assembly. See NOTEPAD
Figure 3. NIU Powering Option Location
Table 2 for the NIU pin-out designations.
Figure 5. Menu Overview
application. This flexible powering option, shown in
Figure 3, allows the unit to operate either directly Terminal FUNCTION DESIGNATION PIN
Settings:
from T1 metallic spans or from a locally-provided Mode: VT100 RCV
C IN T 7 graph 4.2 for more information on inband
22 to 56Vdc source. When locally-powered, the DC Baud rate: 9600 codes, and Paragraph 4.1, Figure 4, and
Number of data bits: 8 R 13
source can be negative or positive ground refer- Figure 5 for more information about using or
# of start/stop bits: 1
enced. This allows the unit to operate from Parity: none Auto Line Wrap: No/Off RCV
C OUT
OU CT1 5 viewing the VT100 menu-driven options.
conventional -48Vdc sources as well as the +24Vdc Local Echo: No/Off Warning Bell: On
CR1 15
source found in certain wireless/PCS applications. Figure 4. Preparing for Local Provisioning of 4. SOFT-SET OPTIONING/ACCESS
XMT IN CT 55
NIU in Mounting Assembly Soft-set options, circuit status, performance moni-
3. INSTALLATION CR 49 toring, and event status can be accessed, viewed,
XMT OUT
OU T1 41 and set electronically, as described hereunder. See
The 200-type 3116-10 module installs in either a CAUTION - STATIC-SENSITIVE Table 3 for a list of NIU soft-set options and the
200- or 400-type mounting or shelf assembly, as de- R1 47 paragraphs below for the option-setting methods.
This product contains static-sensitive
scribed in Paragraph 1.4. The 3116-10 should be components! Proper electrostatic discharge LOCAL Local Power 35
installed according to local company practices; procedures must be followed when handling, POWER Ground 17 4.1 Optioning Using the Menus
however, if none exist, it may be installed as de- installing, or storing the equipment to maintain (Via VT100 Terminal & Craft Interface Port)
personal and equipment safety. Frame FRM GND 27
scribed in the following steps. Ground Various unit options and their parameters (avail-
1) Follow Safety and ESD Precautions. 2) Unpack and Inspect. Table 2. Pin Designations able settings) can be set or viewed locally by the
Gently unpack the module and visually craftsperson to provision the unit for a particular
Use and observe proper safety and Electro-
inspect it for damage (report damages to the 6) Verify Power. application, to view stored T1 performance statis-
Static Discharge precautions and procedures
shipping company and to Westell). Verify the presence of power at the front pan- tics, to view circuit status, or to perform various
before installation and whenever handling the
el PWR LED (see Paragraph 2.1.1). test routines, using VT100-type menu screens.
module.
3) Set P201 Option.
Set the P201 option prior to inserting the 7) Perform Testing. 4.1.1 Setting Up the Craft Terminal
- PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT -
module in the mounting shelf or assembly. Perform testing per local company practice. If
 Never install telephone wiring during a Option the module per local company prac- testing is not done immediately upon installa- The menu screens are accessed using a computer
lightning storm. tice (consult WORD or CLR card) or as tion, the span can be turned over to the test terminal which is connected via a cable to the front
 Never install telephone jacks in wet stated herein. See Paragraph 2.2.1 or consult person at the test center or at the CPE for test- panel craft interface port (Figure 2), a DB-9 female
locations unless the jack is specifically the 3116-10 practice. ing, after inserting each module into position connector. For this local non-intrusive provisioning
designed for wet locations. and verifying the LED status. or viewing method, a craft interface device (com-
 Never touch uninsulated telephone 4) Mount the Module. puter terminal) interfaces with this front panel craft
wires/terminals unless the telephone line is After setting the P201 option to its correct and 8) Set/Use Softset Options. interface port. The terminal may be a Personal
disconnected at the network interface. applicable position, insert the module into its Set or verify any
soft-set" options via remote Computer (PC) running a terminal emulator pro-
 Use caution when installing or modifying proper slot in the chosen shelf assembly test equipment by sending inband codes or via gram, such as Hyperterminal, or a dumb terminal
telephone lines. (Figure 4). Align the module with the mount- local user-selectable, software-driven, menu operating in the VT100 protocol. The craft inter-
 This NIU is to be installed behind devices ing assembly’s card guides above and below options in VT100-type terminal windows. See face port, which has an electrical RS-232 interface
that provide primary lightning protection. the module and gently push to insert it as far Table 3 for a list of provisioning options, Para- in a DCE configuration, is connected to the termi-

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nal with a standard RS-232 cable (if a PC with a -22 -22dB level detected should be returned for repair or replacement (Part Loopback Normal  Unit loops up to normal inband/
VT100 emulator program is used). Figure 4 is an <-23 < 23dB and > 31dB 7.2). The unit should not be field repaired: repairs Mode Data Link loopback codes.
overview of the equipment set-up and contains a list made beyond replacing a faulty unit are not rec- Address- Unit loops up to unique16-bit
of the recommended terminal settings. The electri- 2) Framing (FRMG) that is present at the port. ommended and may void the warranty. addressable loopback codes.
able
cal connections and signal designations for the Possible values in this field are:
Loopback
p Disabled Loopback will not time-out
front panel craft port are shown in Figure 2. SF SF framing present Option Para- De- Description Ti t
Time-out
meter 20 Loopback automatically
ESF ESF framing present fault
times-out 20 minutes after initial
Minute
4.1.2 Understanding the Menus UNF/UNK unframed/unknown Line AMI AMI line coding. activation.
C di
Coding
After the computer terminal equipment is properly 3) Signal (SIG) status at the port. Possible values B8ZS  B8ZS line coding. 60 Loopback automatically
Minute times-out 60 minutes after initial
set up and turned on, the craftsperson will see a here are: Monitored SF Superframe format. activation.
menu screen on the terminal. The first screen is the OK Normal signal condition F i
Framing
ESF  Extended Superframe format. 120  Loopback automatically
MAIN MENU, which contains a list of available LOS Loss Of Signal times-out 120 minutes after
C LOS
CPE OS None No response to customer LOS. Minute
and selectable submenus, which, when selected, list AIS Alarm Indication Signal (all initial activation.
optionable fields for provisioning or viewing the R
Response Enter loopback towards network
ones) LB 24 Hour Loopback automatically
status of the unit. Displayed at the bottom of each RAI Remote Alarm Indication (yellow upon detecting a customer LOS. times-out 24 hours after initial
menu or screen is information or instructions re- alarm) CDI Send CDI toward network upon activation.
garding the ways to navigate through the menu CDI Customer Disconnect Indication detecting a customer LOS. Circuit ID <user May be up to 20 alphanumeric
system or to perform certain functions, such as signal AIS  Send AIS toward network upon defined> (user-defined) characters
pressing the <?> keyboard key to access a HELP RAI-CI Remote Alarm Indication - detecting a customer LOS.
screen which provides a description of the function Table 3. 3116-10 Options
Customer Interface AIS-CI Send AIS-CI toward network
and use of each menu. Press the <ESC> key to re- AIS-CI Alarm Indication Signal - upon detecting a customer LOS.
turn to the MAIN MENU. Press <Enter> (when Customer Interface RAI-CI Enabled Converts customer RAI to 6. CUSTOMER SERVICE
in the Set Clock menu) or <S> (when in the Provi- Option RAI-CI if also receiving a valid
The CIRCUIT STATUS menu also shows a graph-
sioning menu) to save any changes. Figure 5 is a network signal.
flowchart-type overview of available menus and
ical representation of the internal transmission 6.1 Customer and Technical Assistance
paths of the NIU with the specific regeneration or Disabled  RAI from CPE is always passed
submenus through which the user may navigate to unchanged. If technical assistance or customer service is re-
LBO parameters that have been provisioned. quired, contact Westell by calling or using one of
access PM data and option the unit. Framing Enabled Enables Frame Format
When parameters are provisioned remotely or via the following options:
the provisioning menu, they will be reflected here. Conversion Conversion.
4.1.3 Provisioning Disabled  Disables Frame Format Voice: (630) 898-2500
4.2 Optioning Using Control Codes Conversion. Voice: (800) 323-6883
Local provisioning is accomplished through two
Real-Time None  Disables real-time reporting. email: global_support@westell.com
optioning screens: Various options and their parameters (available PM M
Moded
settings) can be provisioned remotely by transmit- NPRM Configures the unit to send Visit the Westell World Wide Web site at
1) PROVISIONING (transmission, mainte- NPRM messages. http://www.Westell.com for additional information
ting ESF Data Link or 16-bit Inband
nance options, Table 3), and control/command codes. Inband provisioning is SPRM Configures the unit to send about Westell.
SPRM messages.
2) SET CLOCK (timing for event log). accomplished by burying the provisioning com-
mands into the T1 payload with the appropriate FAC-to- Disabled  No regeneration in Network- 6.2 Part Numbers
test equipment and sending inband provisioning CPE to-CPE (A-Z, RCV) path.
Practice 030-101522 provides more in-depth details
codes (hex, binary). Note that this method is intru- Regen Enabled Regeneration in Network- This equipment is identified by a product number
on the provisioning option.
sive (interrupts signal) and that the unit has to be to-CPE path and an issue letter. Each time a change is made to
the product which changes the form, fit, or function
4.1.4 Viewing the CIRCUIT STATUS Menu placed in loopback first (putting unit out of ser- CPE-to- Disabled  No regeneration in CPE-to-
vice). The unit responds to the provisioning or FAC Facility path. of the product, the issue is incremented or ad-
The CIRCUIT STATUS menu is used to view cir- Regen vanced by one. Please indicate issue letters as well
query codes by sending back specific bit errors. Enabled Regeneration in CPE-to-Facility
cuit status as well as perform various test routines as model numbers during product inquiries.
Consult the practice for further information. path
such as loopback. To reach this screen from the
MAIN MENU, press the <S>key. The CIRCUIT LBO 0  0 dB of LBO in transmission
Option path. 7. WARRANTY & REPAIRS
STATUS menu provides a graphical representa- 5. TROUBLESHOOTING
tion of the NIU and its ports to the T1 facility and If trouble is encountered, verify all installer con- 7.5 7.5 dB of LBO in transmission 7.1 Warranty. Westell warrants this product to
path. be defect free at shipment time, and warrants the
customer interface. nections to the assembly and check that the
external power fuse is not blown. Verify all module 15 15 dB of LBO in transmission product to be fully functional for the time period
For each port, the screen shows:
connections and the option settings, and verify the path. specified by the terms and conditions governing
1) Level (LVL) of the signal in dB. Possible val- module is making a positive connection with the 22.5 22.5 dB of LBO in transmission the product sale. Equipment repairs/modifica-
ues in this field are: shelf connector and verify the presence of power path. tions by anyone other than an authorized Westell
and polarity. If trouble persists, replace the sus- AB15 15 dB of LBO in transmission representative will void the warranty.
0 0dB level detected pect unit with another unit, optioned identically, path. 7.2 Repair and Return. Westell will repair or re-
-1 -1dB level detected and retest. If the replacement appears to operate AB22.5 22.5 dB of LBO in transmission place this equipment without cost during the
-2 -2dB level detected  up to correctly, the original unit may be faulty and path. warranty period if the unit is defective for any rea-

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FAC 8. SPECIFICATIONS
BRG
FAC-to-CPE The electrical and agency specifications are listed be-
T Regen CT1
7

OVER CURRENT
5 low, and the physical specifications are shown in

PROTECTION
DIS LB LB LB1
FAC In CPE Out Table 5. To order units, call Westell as indicated in
R EN CR1 Paragraph 6.1 and please specify the model number
13 15 shown in Table 4.
TP1 FAC Transmission
Performance Control Code AIS to CPE
Monitor & Detector Generator TO CPE
FROM 10 Ω LOS Detector A. Insertion Loss (Regen OFF): 1.5dB, max.
FACILITY B. RCV/XMT Regen Range: -30 to 0dB DSX
TP2
C. Port Impedance: 100 Ohms (±22%) at
LB ESF B8ZS 772kHz
Detectors
LOCAL SPAN
D. RLOS Detector Threshold: v -30dBm
P201
PWR DSX
System E. TLOS Detector Threshold: v -30dBm
-V Controller And LB1
35 PM Registers Relay DSX
Power
Converter
MAN LB Network CPE F. Code Detector Range: -30 to 0dB DSX
GND LB Loopback Loopback
Relay
17 G. Code Detector Maximum Error Rate: 10-3
P201

27 LOCAL SPAN
Power
FRM GND P201
H. Span Power Voltage Drop: 24V (nom.) at
DB-9
60mA
LOCAL SPAN CPE
Craft Port
I. Span Power Operating Current: 57 to
TO
CPE LOS 63mA
FACILITY
(LB/AIS/Idle/RAI-CI) Performance FROM CPE J. Local Power: 22 to 56Vdc, ±ref. to ground
Generator EN Monitor &
LOS Detector K. Local Power Current Consumption: 19mA,
T1 CPE-to-FAC typ. @48Vdc
OVER CURRENT
PROTECTION

41 Regen
DIS
CT
55 L. Heat Release (SPAN PWR): 1.44 Watts,
FAC Out Provisionable/
0 dB Self-Aligning CPE In typ.
R1 7.5 dB LBO
47 LB LB1 CR
15 dB 49 M. Heat Release (LOCAL PWR): 0.91 Watts,
CPE 22.5 dB typ.
BRG
AB15 dB
AB22.5 dB Regulatory
N. Compliant with UL 60950, CAN/CSA
Figure 6. 3116-10 Block Diagram C22.2 No. 60950-00, and NEBS.

son other than abuse, improper use, or improper Replacements are shipped in the fastest manner Part/Model # Description Feature U.S. Metric
installation. Before returning a defective unit, first consistent with the situation urgency. Westell will
request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) continue to repair or replace faulty equipment be- Part no. B90-311610 DS1 Network Interface Unit with Height 5.6 in. 14.2 cm
number from Westell, then return the unit, freight yond the warranty period for a nominal charge. Model no. 3116-10 Performance Monitoring. CLEI* Code:
Width 0.7 in. 1.8 cm
prepaid, and a brief problem description to: T1L8AC0AAA. Barcode: 125641.
Contact Westell for details.
Depth 6.0 in. 15.2 cm
Westell, Inc. 030-101522 Practice for above part number.
Weight (approx.) 6 oz. 170 g
ATTN: R.G.M. Department *CLEI is a trademark of Telcordia Technologies.
750 N. Commons Drive Table 4. Ordering Information Operating Temp. Range -40° to 149°F -40° to 65°C
Aurora, IL 60504-7940 Humidity 0 to 95% (no condensation)
Table 5. Physical Specifications

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