Hughes Network Systems 24HX-001 Manual De Usuario
1027145 – 0001 Revision E
Installing IFL cables 5–7
Hub installation
You install the IFL cable in two segments, as shown in figure 5-1
(on page 5–3). To install the first cable segment—from the IDU
chassis location to the lightning arrestor—follow the instructions
and guidelines below. Because every building has unique features,
it is not possible to give exact instructions.
(on page 5–3). To install the first cable segment—from the IDU
chassis location to the lightning arrestor—follow the instructions
and guidelines below. Because every building has unique features,
it is not possible to give exact instructions.
1.
Measure the cable run length from the IDU chassis location
to the lightning arrestor location (IFL building entry point).
Allow for routing around obstacles and a service loop
(excess cable, in case there is any reason to later cut and
re–terminate the cable).
to the lightning arrestor location (IFL building entry point).
Allow for routing around obstacles and a service loop
(excess cable, in case there is any reason to later cut and
re–terminate the cable).
2.
Run the cable from the IDU chassis location, through an
existing conduit if possible, through the hub penetration
sleeve (figure 5-3), to the lightning arrestor location.
existing conduit if possible, through the hub penetration
sleeve (figure 5-3), to the lightning arrestor location.
Use a stand so the cable spool spins freely as it is pulled.
Leave a service loop.
CAUTION
Avoid making sharp bends in the IFL cable.
The minimum bend radius for IFL cable is 2
inches (51 millimeters). Sharper bends may
cause permanent damage to the cable.
The minimum bend radius for IFL cable is 2
inches (51 millimeters). Sharper bends may
cause permanent damage to the cable.
3.
Cut the cable at the IDU chassis location and at the
lightning arrestor.
lightning arrestor.
Important:
Cut the cable 2 feet (0.6 meters) beyond the
lightning arrestor location (building penetration point).
4.
Terminate the cable end at the IDU chassis location with an
N–type connector. For detailed instructions for connecting
an N connector, see appendix C.
N–type connector. For detailed instructions for connecting
an N connector, see appendix C.
Important:
Sound IFL cable connections are critical for
proper operation of the AIReach Broadband system.
Therefore, be very careful in terminating the cable. Refer to
the detailed instructions in appendix C if necessary.
Therefore, be very careful in terminating the cable. Refer to
the detailed instructions in appendix C if necessary.
Attach N connectors after you route and install the
cable, not before.
cable, not before.
Note:
The IFL cable installation is completed in section 5.8.
5.6
Installing the IFL
cable inside the
building
cable inside the
building