User's Manual Part 1

Mounting external antennas Chapter 3
RADWIN 1000/2000/5000 User ManualVersion 2.6.50p 3-7
 To mount the ODU on a pole or a wall:
1. Ensure that the ODU is properly grounded.
2. Mount the ODU onto the pole or wall. Ensure that the unit is oriented so
that the cable connectors are at the bottom. (If they are on top,
water may penetrate into the unit causing damage.)
3. Refer to Appendix C, Pole and Wall Installation for detailed ODU
mounting kit contents and schematics.
Mounting external antennas
If you are using ODU with an integrated antenna, skip to Mounting the
Lightning Protection Devices below.
The supplied mounting kit is used to mount the antenna onto a pole. The
antennas must be aligned for maximum throughput.
 To mount an external antenna:
1. To mount an external antenna ensure that the antenna is properly
grounded and then mount the antenna onto the pole. Refer to Appen-
dix C, Pole and Wall Installation for detailed antenna mounting
instructions.
2. Follow the mounting instructions supplied with the antenna.
Mounting the Lightning Protection Devices
The use of lightning protection is dependent on regulatory and end user
requirements. The RADWIN 1000/2000/5000 ODU is designed with surge
limiting circuits to minimize the risk of damage due to lightning strikes.
Warning
Prior to connecting cables to the ODU, the protective earth terminal (screw)
of the ODU must be connected to an external protective ground conductor
or to a grounded pole.
• Only a qualified person using the proper safety equipment should
climb the antenna mast
• Only qualified professional personnel should install or dismantle
ODUs and masts
Note
Do not tighten the ODU to its mounting brackets until the alignment
process of the antenna is complete.
Ensure that there are no direct obstructions in front of the ODU or
interference from man-made obstacles.
Warning
Do not stand in front of a live antenna.