CommScope Technologies LLC 800002 Manual De Usuario
IP-RN 8000 I&C Guide
109
Connecting GPS and RF antennas
This procedure explains how to:
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Connect the GPS and the RF antenna cables to the surge protection bar on the inside of the cabinet and
to a required surge protection system/antenna cables system on the outside of the cabinet
to a required surge protection system/antenna cables system on the outside of the cabinet
•
Re-install the surge protection access panel.
This procedure assumes that the power supply has been turned off and that power is not flowing to the
cabinet.
cabinet.
Be sure you have read and understood
on page 98 before
continuing.
Requirements
•
13/16 inch open ended wrench
•
Torque wrench with 13/16 inch open ended bit
•
5/32 tamper-resistant screw driver
•
Thread tapping kit with 1/4-20 thread bit at 3/4 inch depth
Procedure
CAUTION
!
Wear an ESD strap (
) and connect the strap to the ESD jack in the
Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See
Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module
on page 21.
WARNING
Do not touch or connect antennas when there is any chance of a lightning strike. Injury or death
can occur if lightning strikes an antenna during installation.
can occur if lightning strikes an antenna during installation.
WARNING
Antenna cables emit radio frequency energy. Exposure to radio frequency energy can cause
burns or other health problems. Take all appropriate precautions to avoid risk and danger.
burns or other health problems. Take all appropriate precautions to avoid risk and danger.