Patent ID: 7499622
Filing Date: 2009-03-03
Classification: G02B,H04Q

Abstract:
1. A fiber drop terminal (“FDT”) adapted for use in a fiber optic network of a multiple dwelling unit to selectively optically connect at least one connectorized optical fiber of a distribution cable to a connectorized optical fiber of at least one drop cable, the FDT comprising: a base defining a back wall and at least one sidewall extending outwardly from the back wall, wherein the base defines at least one opening for passage of the distribution cable and the drop cable through at least one of the back wall and sidewall; a cover adapted to selectively connect to the sidewall generally opposite the back wall; and at least one plurality of adapters joined to at least one of the back wall and the sidewall of the base, wherein the adapters are adapted to receive a connector of the distribution cable and a connector of the drop cable to optically connect the connectorized optical fiber of the distribution cable to the connectorized optical fiber of the drop cable; wherein the plurality of adapters are connected with a vertical bar pivotably joined with the base, and wherein the vertical bar comprises a horizontal hinge and a latch adapted to enable selective rotation of the plurality of adapters about a generally horizontal axis.