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INSTALLATION

Access inside the equipment is only permitted to authorized service personnel.

2.1GENERAL

This chapter provides information on performing the mechanical and electrical installation of the RSD-20. After installation has been completed, refer to Chapter 3 for operating information and system checkout to assure normal operation.

2.2SITE PREPARATION

The RSD-20 must be installed within 1.5 m (5 feet) of a grounded AC outlet, and within 15 m (50 feet) of the associated data terminals or modems.

Allow at least 90 cm (36 in) of frontal clearance for operating and maintenance accessibility. Ensure that there is a minimum of 10 cm (4 in) clearance at the end of the unit for power and interface cables.

2.3PHYSICAL INSTALLATION

The RSD-20 is designed for placement on a table-top, or for mounting onto a 19" rack. It is equipped with special brackets already assembled for mounting. These brackets can be easily removed as follows:

1.Disconnect the power cord.

2.Unfasten the rear panel screw and slide back the top cover.

3.Unfasten the two screws from the bracket and remove the single bolt.

2.4ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

2.4.1 AC Power

AC power is supplied to the RSD-20 through a 1.5 m (5 ft) cord terminated by a grounded 3-prong plug. The AC cord is fused at the rear panel of the unit. A 0.4A slow-blow fuse is required.

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RAD Data comm RSD-20 operation manual Site Preparation, Physical Installation, Electrical Installation, AC Power