User's Manual

MCPS2135 InstallationPlanning and PreparationIntroduction

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• Cable Cutter (Klein 63050)

• Flat and Phillips screwdrivers

• Adjustable wrench

• ESD protective wrist strap

• Inspection lamp or flashlight

• Crimping tool (T & B TBMS or equivalent)

• Digital Volt Meter (DVM)

• Torque Driver (Mountz TLS1360 or equivalent)

• Current Meter

• Wire Strippers (Greenlee 45109 or equivalent)

Materials

• Pressurized can of spray-on contact cleaner

• Rack-mounting hardware and fasteners

• DC Power, RF, and signal cables

• Crimp-on circular lugs

• 8 AWG insulated (green) copper ground wire

• Shrink Tubing

3.3 Rack Installation

The MCPS2135 series amplifiers mount in the equipment rack using rack-

mounted side support rails.

The MCPS2135 shelf subassemblies are labeled with the part and serial numbers,

using standard EIA part identification, date code, and serializing methods. It is

also labeled with the appropriate FCC approvals.

All MCPS2135 shelf subassemblies contain all internal wiring for DC power and

RF signal distribution to the RF modules and the interfaces to the cell site.

Brushless DC cooling fans are mounted on each RF module; cooling air is drawn

through grille openings in the front of each module and discharged through the

rear.

+ Warning: The MCPS2135 shelf sub-assembly weighs approximately 50 lbs

(22.7 kg). Use caution when lifting; obtain assistance if necessary.

3.3.1 Install Shelf Subassembly

1. Make certain that adequate vertical space within the rack enclosure is

available. Verify that there will be at least 4 inches (10cm) of space

behind the unit when installed for cooling air flow.

2. Put on an ESD protective wrist strap, and properly ground it.

3. Unpack the MCPS2135 side mounting rails and attachment hardware and

install them in the rack as shown on the accompanying job sheet.