Enterasys Networks 9033348-02 manual Connecting the Antenna Cables, Antenna Cable Route

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Connecting the Antenna Cables

Connecting the Antenna Cables

To connect your RoamAbout Access Point to an outdoor antenna installation, you need the following components pictured on the right side of this page:

A = RoamAbout Pigtail Connection (50 cm)

B = RoamAbout Lightning Protector

C= Low-Loss Antenna Cable

D= Outdoor Antenna Cable

The Pigtail Connection (A) connects the PC Card to the Lightning Protector

(B).

D

C

Antenna Cable Route

Shortening the antenna cables voids the Warranty and may conflict with radio certifications and/or approvals.

The cable should not be installed into tight positions, as bending or applying excessive force to the connectors may damage the antenna cable. Always allow the cable to bend naturally around corners. The recommended bend radius is 25 mm (1 in.).

The low-loss antenna cable must be secured along its complete length. No part of the cable should be allowed to hang free. This is particularly important for cable parts that are installed outdoors. The antenna cables and cable connectors are not designed to withstand excessive force:

B

A

Do not use connectors as cable grips to pull cable through raceways or conduits.

Do not use cable connectors to support the weight of the cable during or after installation.

Do not use tools to tighten connectors (finger-tighten only).

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Contents Outdoor Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide Page Page Regulatory Information Electrical Hazard Warnings Page Contents Antenna Installation Intended Audience PrefaceComponent Information Location Associated DocumentsAddress TechWriting@enterasys.com Getting HelpIcon Meaning Document ConventionsChapter Site Preparation Choosing a Wireless Network ConfigurationMaximum Distances Between Antennas Determining the Antenna LocationsDistances and Line of Sight Clearance FCC Line of Sight RoamAbout PC Card VariationsFresnel Zone and Line of Sight Clearance Potential Obstacles to Line of Sight not to scale Large Reflecting Surfaces Other Factors That Can Reduce Antenna RangeOther Requirements Installer is responsible for local building codesRoamAbout 5 dBi Vehicle-Mount Antenna Antenna OptionsKIT RoamAbout 14 dBi Directional AntennaExample Outdoor Yagi Antenna Configuration Antenna KIT RoamAbout 7 dBi Omni-Directional AntennaExample Omni-Directional Antenna Configuration Line of Sight Contacting an Antenna Installation CompanyLightning Protection Mounting RequirementsInstallation Requirements Page Determining the Location of the Access Point Chapter Access Point Placement ConfigurationAccess Point 2000 Installation Overview Overview of Connecting Cables to the Access PointOverview of Connecting Cables to the Access Point Settings from the RoamAbout Access Point Installation Menu Overview of the Access Point ConfigurationRoamAbout Access Point Manager Overview of the Access Point Configuration Chapter Antenna Installation Verify Component Connector Polarity Installation OverviewSelecting the Correct N-Type Connector Grounding System Lightning Protector InstallationLightning Protector Installation Mounting the Antenna Antenna Polarization Antenna Cables section on Mounting the Directional AntennaMounting the 14 dBi Antenna to a Mast Mounting the Omni-Directional Antenna Mounting the Omni-Directional Antenna to a Mast Mounting the Vehicle-Mount Antenna Mounting the Vehicle-Mount AntennaAntenna Cable Route Connecting the Antenna CablesConnecting the Cables Optimizing RoamAbout Outdoor Antenna Placement Routine Maintenance RoamAbout 14 dBi Directional Antenna Table A-1 14 dBi Directional Antenna SpecificationsRoamAbout 14 dBi Directional Antenna RoamAbout 7 dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Table A-2 7 dBi Omni-Directional Antenna SpecificationsVehicle-Mount Antenna Table A-3 Vehicle-Mount Antenna SpecificationsRoamAbout Pigtail Connection Table A-4 Pigtail Connection SpecificationsLow-Loss Antenna Cable Mechanical SpecificationsConnectors RoamAbout Lightning Protector Table A-8 Lightning Protector Specifications