Installation Manual

Tsunami Multipoint Version 1.3 Installation Guide
6. Using small pliers, crimp the metal strain relief over the Cat 5 cable. Do not cut into the cable. Slide
the jacket over the completed assembly.
Figure 33. Jacket Placed Over 8-Pin DIN Connector
Assembling the RJ45 (Woodhead) Weatherproof Connector
CAUTION For best results this cable should be constructed by professional cable manufacturer or by
experienced personnel with proper tools. Contact Proxim Customer Service or Sales for
recommendations for a manufacturer in your vicinity.
To assemble the RJ45 (Woodhead) connector:
1. Slide the threaded Wooodhead cover over the bare end of the Cat 5 cable.
2. Slide the body of the Woodhead connector over the bare end of the Cat 5 cable.
3. Slide a rubber “O” ring over the ridge of the Woodhead connector’s body.
4. Remove 0.5” of jacket from the Cat 5 cable. Do not cut the wires of the twisted pairs.
Figure 34. Cat 5 Cable with Insulation Removed
5. Insert the ends of the twisted pairs into the RJ45 connector positioning wire color code (see the table
on the previous page).
6. Crimp the wires into the RJ45 connector using an RJ45 crimp tool.
Figure 35. Wires Crimped into RJ45 Connector
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CPN 63179 Issue Date: 01/24/03