User's Manual

SkyGateway/SkyExtender Installation And Configuration
September 2004 2-5
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Wind Loading
Requirements
The unit is designed to withstand wind speeds of up to 100mph while
mounted on up to a four-foot long 1.25 inch steel pole.
Grounding
In accordance with NEC (National Electric Code), the grounding conductor
must be a minimum wire gage of 10 AWG, Cu, solid.
Lightening
A primary lightening protector is not provided but is recommended.
Lightening protectors must be installed and grounded as set forth in the
NEC. If a primary protection is not used, the cabling is limited to 140 feet and
must be installed in accordance with NEC section 725-54 (c) and 800-30.
Table 2-2 : Tools Required For Installation
Tool Purpose
Magnetic Level Pole Mounting
1.25-inch Diameter Steel Pole Pole Mounting
7/16-inch combo wrench with open and close
ends
Unit Mounting
Phillips Screwdriver Unit Mounting
Spool of Category 5 cable Unit Configuration
RJ-45 Connectors: SkyPilot recommends using
CAT5 cables with RJ-45 connectors that do not
have a protective “boot” on the RJ-45 clip.
These booted connectors will fit in the RJ-45
ports (serial and ethernet/power), but the extra
plastic makes them difficult to remove.
Unit Configuration
RJ-45 Crimp Tool Unit Configuration
Laptop PC w/Terminal Emulator Software,
Network Interface Card, and Web Browser
Unit Configuration
WARNING
Failure to follow equipment installation instructions could damage the
assembly and render the unit inoperable. Read the entire procedure
before installing. Contact SkyPilot or your reseller with any technical
questions.
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