User's Manual

8 TR2526+ Installation and Operation Guide - r02
Water Proofing Connections
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2.6 Water Proofing Connections
Many transceiver problems can be attributed to environmental conditions (including
vibration), which can loosen cables and permit moisture to penetrate the connectors. It is
highly recommended to seal the connectors using a technique similar to the one described
below. This will provide moisture protection and keep the connections tight. For your
convenience, Vecima Networks has provided two 6 inch lengths of rubber self-amalgamating
sealing tape to use on the two connections of the TR2526+. The diagrams below show the
N connector, but the F connector also should be sealed using the same technique.
To water proof the connection follow these steps:
1) Wrap the antenna connection using the section of rubber sealing tape provided by
Vecima. 
Starting at the TR2526+ end, stretch the tape and wrap it around the connector as close
as possible to the wall of the TR2526+. Overlap the tape by approximately one-half of
its width so that it can form a seal with itself. Extend the wrapping to approximately one
inch past the end of the connector.
Figure 2-6: Waterproofing the connection - Step 1
2) Cover the sealing tape with electrical tape. 
Start approximately one inch further down the cable, and stretch the tape, overlapping
by one-half. Wrap to the TR2526+ end, then without breaking the tape, wrap back
down to the cable end.
Figure 2-7: Waterproofing the connection - Step 2
3) When done, the connection should be tightly wrapped with tape, with a good seal to the
cable.
Figure 2-8: Waterproofing the connection - Step 3
Sealing tape
Sealing tape coverage
1 inch
Cable
Electrical tape
Sealing tape coverage
1 inch