Installation guide

Testing and Maintaining an RIO Network
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Problems
Stemming from
Poor Installation
Defective media products can account for some system problems. The main
installation problem is usually in the connectors. Using recommended connectors
and tools will minimize these kinds of problems.
Installation problems can usually be tracked by performing a visual inspection of the
network. You should be able to pull on the F or BNC connections without them falling
off. Connectors may also need to be tightened onto the device ports.
Defective media products like cable and taps cannot be seen, and need to be tested
using the procedures described in Coax RIO System Network Integrity, p. 132.
Care should be taken to insure that strands of the shield braid do not short to the
coax center conductor. This can occur as a result of the connector installation
process.
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