ONT: Optical Network Terminal
ONT is a media converter that is installed by Verizon either outside or inside your home, during the FiOS installation. This device will convert fiber-optic/light signals to copper/electric signals.
The ONT is typically capable of delivering POTS (plain old telephone service), internet data and video services. Different models are used to connect to a GPON or a BPON fiber optic network. Some ONT models are better suited for individual locations, while others might be used in a MDU (multiple dwelling unit) installation.
Your existing inside wiring for telephone, internet and video are connected to the ONT during installation.
A user asks, "Must the ONT be shielded against amateur radio RF power if it is near an amateur radio transmitting antenna?" BDF  says, "The ONT's required FCC certification for protection from radiated RF (as well as not radiating RF itself) should avoid the necessity for shielding. I do not have a problem at 250 watts, the ONT is about 30 feet from the transmitter, and about 40 feet from the closest part of the antenna. I run both horizontal and vertical polarization at different times, no issues."
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