B Using A Surge Arrester; Introduction; Description; Gps Surge Arrester - Arbiter Systems 1092A Operation Manual

Appendix B
Using a Surge Arrester
B.1

Introduction

These instructions cover the installation of the Arbiter Systems Model AS0094500, Surge Arrester,
as illustrated in Figure B.1. The AS0094500 performs two basic functions:
1. Provides a solid and reliable grounding point for the antenna system connected to a GPS
receiver;
2. Protects connected equipment from the damaging effects of atmospheric static electricity and
induced voltage spikes from nearby lightning strikes or other electrical events.
B.2

Description

The AS0094500 is a three-terminal device with two type F connectors and one ground terminal.
One of the F connectors connects to the GPS antenna and the other F connector to the GPS
receiver in the clock. A screw terminal provides a point to connect an earth ground wire. Being
weatherproof, the AS0094500 can be mounted outdoors provided that the cabling and Type F
connectors are sealed from the weather. The device will also pass the DC current necessary to
energize the GPS antenna.
Figure B.1: GPS Surge Arrester