User Manual Chapter 2

Chapter 2 - 3
REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
The CPE installer should have the following tools and equipment:
• Site Survey Equipment – Test IDU, both antenna types (high gain reflector, and panel), connecting cables, GPS
locator or magnetic compass, cell phone or radio, electrical extension cord.
• Antenna Installation Equipment – Common hand tools including a drill, assorted wrenches and screwdrivers,
necessary safety equipment, non metal, non conductive ladder, caulk and other sealing material.
• Site Configuration Equipment - laptop computer or PC with JET terminal emulation application.
• Cable cutting and stripping tools, Connector crimping tool and weatherproofing kits for RG6U.
CABLE, CONNECTORS AND TOOLS:
The Cable used on the G2CPE is of the RG6U type cable, specifically Belden 5339B5. This type is recommended due to
the low DC resistance over length and consistent loss specifications at the IF frequencies. This cable can be installed in a
continuous run of 10 to 300 feet. The cable is to be made (cut to length and ends installed) on-site. Under no
circumstances should RG59U cable be used. The Outside diameter is wrong for the specified connector, the loss at IF
frequencies varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and the DC resistance is too high for longer runs.
The Connector specified to be used is Thomas and Belts “Snap N Seal”, part number SNS6. This connector was selected
for ease of use and environmental integrity.
The coax tool used for the coax preparation and connector installation can be obtained from Augut. The part number is
Augut LRC IT1000. The Bottom end of the tool is used to strip and prepare the coax, and the top is used to crimp the
Snap N Seal connector onto the coax.
INSTALLATION NOTES:
Each end of the coax should be prepared using the tool. When installing the connector, push the connector onto the end
of the coax until the center insulator is flush with the bottom of the “F” Barrel. This will allow the center conductor to be
flush with the outside (end) of the barrel. The connector can then be placed into the Crimping tool. Be sure to advance
the crimp to the line indicated on the tool. This will assure a waterproof seal around the coax.
WARNING: DO NOT SPLICE THE CABLE. If a cable run is too short – the cable should be replaced with a run that
is long enough to be made without splices