Cisco GainMaker Optoelectronic Node 1GHz with 65 86 MHz Split Guide De Montage
Mounting the Node
Mounting the Node
The following procedures detail how to install the housing on a strand (aerial) or in a
pedestal.
To Install the Node on a Strand (Aerial)
Complete the following steps to install the node on a strand (aerial). The housing
does not need to be opened for strand installation.
Important: The minimum strand diameter should be 5/16 inch.
Important: The minimum strand diameter should be 5/16 inch.
CAUTION:
Be aware of the size and weight of the node while strand mounting.
Be aware of the size and weight of the node while strand mounting.
Ensure that the strand can safely support the weight of the node.
1 Loosen the strand clamp bolts.
2 Lift the housing into proper position on the strand.
3 Slip the strand clamps over the strand and finger-tighten the clamp bolts. This
2 Lift the housing into proper position on the strand.
3 Slip the strand clamps over the strand and finger-tighten the clamp bolts. This
allows additional movement of the housing as needed.
4 Move the housing as needed to install the coaxial cable and connectors. See the
following diagrams for examples.
Note:
Power In may be switched or combined with the Coax Out to maintain street
access.
If supplying power to the node through the main input port, a power inserter
must be installed to terminate the RF signal.
5 Tighten the strand clamp bolts (using a ½-inch torque wrench) from 5 ft-lb to 8
ft-lb (6.8 Nm to 10.8 Nm). Make sure there is good mechanical contact between
the strand and the housing.
Note: A slight tilt of the face of the housing is normal. Cable tension will cause
Note: A slight tilt of the face of the housing is normal. Cable tension will cause
the housing to hang more closely to vertical.
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