3 Instructions for Assembly of Mini D Ribbon (MDR) Non-Shielded Plugs 101XX-8000 Description The tools listed are required to assemble the 3M MDR 8000 IDC Wiremount non-shielded plug. These plugs can be installed as terminal end connectors or in daisy chains. Note: 3M studies have shown a 30 AWG Solid Conductor Cable is the preferred cable to terminate to the MDR 101XX-8000 series plug. Assembly press Locator plate Platen Height Gauge Width Gauge (XX position) Cable Stopper (XX position) 3640 or 10985 10980-3 10981-5 10982-4 10983-XX 10984-XX Tool Setup 1 2 3 10982-4 Height Gauge Width Gauge Cable Guides 2 1 Place the 10982-4 height gauge on the base plate of the press (locator plate removed). Bring the handle down fully and adjust the shaft to touch the gauge. Raise the handle, remove the gauge then turn the adjustment screw one quarter turn (90 degrees) clockwise. Adjust the width of the cable guides on the 10980-3 locator plate to correspond to the connector. Use width gauge 10983XX for connectors having XX positions. Remove the width gauge when finished. 3 Install the 10981-5 platen and the locator plate on the press. Connector Assembly 3 2 Connector Body 1 Cable Stopper Cable Connector Cover 4 Remove the protective paper lining from the connector cover. Place the connector cover, then the cable then the connector body on the locator plate. When installing a plug on the end of a cable, use the cable stopper to correctly position the cable. Note: The locator plate is shown removed from the press for clarity. 4 Note: The locator plate is shown removed from the press for clarity. 5 8 7 Lower the press handle to assemble the connector. It is recommended to check the tool setup before starting each production run. Proper seating of the connector cover onto the connector body can be checked by measuring the height of the connector/cover assembly. 6 5 The 101XX-8000 plug may be assembled with a strain relief that is installed on the topside of the plug. Bend cable over the top of the connector and snap both inside and outside latches into the body. For technical, sales or order information, please contact 3M at: Phone: 1-800-225-5373 Fax: 1-800-325-5329 Important Notice All statements, technical information and recommendations related to the Seller's products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed. Before utilizing the product, the user should determine the suitability of the product for its intended use. The user assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection with such use. Any statements or recommendations of the Seller which are not contained in the Seller's current publications shall have no force or effect unless contained in an agreement signed by an authorized officer of the Seller. The statements contained herein are made in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which warranties are hereby expressly disclaimed. SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE USER OR ANY OTHER PERSON UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY, FOR ANY INJURY OR FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUSTAINED OR INCURRED BY REASON OF THE USE OF ANY OF THE SELLER'S PRODUCTS. 3 Electronic Products Division 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 http://www.3m.com/interconnects Recycled Paper 40% Pre-consumer waste paper 10% Post-consumer waste paper Litho in USA (c) 3M 1998 34-7045-3910-4(0881.0)JHA/TG