AR60X Installation Manual
Figure 23 (left) details a standard 14gauge wire that has been fitted with the power connectors (provided) for the radio’s internal power supply necessary to mate with the provided power cord. A standard crimping/splicing tool (not provided) is required to terminate the power connectors onto the 14gauge cable required for use with the unit.
Figure 23: 14gauge DC power cable with crimp connectors
In addition to grounding the equipment, BridgeWave strongly recommends, and local building codes may require, that the power cable be protected from lightning strikes. If a copper Cat5 Ethernet cable is used for Network Management access, it is also necessary to install surge suppressors at each end of this cable. A surge suppressor must be placed within the radio enclosure (to protect the radio electronics) and at the building exit/entrance (to protect the indoor equipment). BridgeWave recommends the Dehn Patch DPA M CAT6 RJ45S 48.
2.7 Grounding & Lightning
Proper grounding of the outdoor equipment reduces electromagnetic interference, provides lightning protection, and protects against electrical discharge.
Using improper techniques in lightning prone geographic areas may pose a danger to local personnel.
The source and connection points for the buildingtoearth ground in the vicinity of the antenna location should be determined.
It is recommended to integrate the radio ground into the building ground utilizing the pole mount hardware. For wall or ungrounded pole mounts connect a grounding wire to the grounding point on the radio. Select the size of the ground wire based on the National Electrical Code.
In addition to grounding the equipment, BridgeWave strongly recommends, and local building codes may require, that the DC electrical cable be protected from lightning strikes with a surge
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