Extron electronics Extender AAP User Manual page 13

6. Exposed cable shields (braids or foil) are potential sources of short circuits. Trim back
and insulate shields with heat shrink.
CAUTION: To prevent short circuits, the outer foil shield can be cut back to the
point where the cable exits the cable clamp. Both braided and foil shields should
be connected to an equipment ground at the other end of the cable.
Cable Clamp
Install Cable
Foil Shield
Figure 1. Grounding Outer Braided and Foil Shields
7. Insert the wall box into the opening, and attach it to the wall, stud, or furniture.
For the Extender WM, Extender WM AAP, Extender D, and the Extender AAP or
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Extender AAP EX (if installed in a two- or four-gang AAP plate), attach the wall box
to the wall stud or furniture with nails or screws, leaving the front edge flush with the
outer wall or furniture surface. See the following illustration, which applies to one-,
two-, three-, and four-gang wall boxes.
Wall Stud
Installation Cable
Cable Clamp
Screws or Nails
Figure 2. Attaching a Wall Box to a Wall Stud
If attaching the wall box to wood, use four #8 or #10 screws or 10-penny nails.
A minimum of ½" (1.3 cm) of screw threads must penetrate the wood.
If attaching the wall box to metal studs or furniture, use four #8 or #10 self-tapping
sheet metal screws or machine bolts with matching nuts.
Metal
Wall Box
Screw
Braided
Shield
1-gang wall box.eps
Wall Stud
Installation Cable
Cable Clamp
Screws or Nails
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