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Sky Sensor Installation Guide
The roof-mounted Sky Sensor
provides external light level data
and infrared temperature data to the
View system to allow optimization
of tint levels for each zone. The
assembly includes the Sky Sensor
with a 4 ft. length of CAT5 Ethernet
cable attached.
Work Performed By:
Low-Voltage Electrician
Package Includes
1. Sky Sensor Assembly
•
View Net (P/N: VN-SKY)
•
CSS (P/N: 005-101418)
2. Sky Sensor Installation Kit (P/N: VN-SMK)
Tools and Materials Required
1. 3/4" Rigid Metallic Tubing (RMT) for roof mast, brackets, flashing and sealant.
2. #2 Phillips screwdriver
3. Cutting, Drilling and Deburring tools.
4. Wire stripping tools.
5. Wrenches.
6. Grounding wire: 12 AWG THHN green or green/yellow
7. 300 ft Unshielded Plenum CAT5 ethernet cable spool, modular connectors and crimping tool.
8. Standard Junction box (10 x 10 x 6"), CSS Only
9. CAT5 Ethernet tester
Additional Supporting Documentation
1. Sky Sensor Data Sheet - QDM-02-000247
2. CP5.5 Data Sheet - QDM-02-000244
3. CP5.0 Data Sheet - QDM-02-000219
4. CP2.0 Data Sheet - QDM-02-000033
Rev 8 | July 2022
Sky Sensor Body
Sky Sensor Base
2022 View, Inc.
©
Installation Guide
QDM-05-000045
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  • Page 1 • View Net (P/N: VN-SKY) • CSS (P/N: 005-101418) 2. Sky Sensor Installation Kit (P/N: VN-SMK) Tools and Materials Required 1. 3/4” Rigid Metallic Tubing (RMT) for roof mast, brackets, flashing and sealant. 2. #2 Phillips screwdriver 3. Cutting, Drilling and Deburring tools.

  • Page 2: Mounting Requirements

    Sky Sensor Installation Guide System Requirements The Sky Sensor communicates to the View System and receives power via PoE. In CP 3.0 or lower this occurs via external PoE device. CP 5.0 or higher provides PoE direct from the switches.

  • Page 3: Installation

    3. Install electrical junction box (EJB) to the top of the mast (see Best Known Methods). 4. Add included pipe to top of the EJB for the sky sensor base assembly, make a mark 1-1/4” from the top of this pipe as shown. Make sure the top of the sky sensor is 2-feet above the highest obstruction on the roof.
  • Page 4 Additional testing is required upon final installation. 6. Connect the Sky Sensor cable to the RJ45 Jack labeled as OUT on the EJB surge protector. The top connector on the surge protector is next to the grounding stud, use image for reference.
  • Page 5 3. Crimp the provided ring lug on a suitable length (site specific) 12AWG THHN green or green/yellow wire (not provided by View) to bond the protector to a designated earth ground. If there is any doubt on the proper facility ground point, consult with the electrician on site.
  • Page 6 Sky Sensor Installation Guide Step 3 View Net CP5.0: Connecting to Grounding Coupler and View Control Panel 1. Remove the Telco Rack from the CP5.0 2. Drill holes on the CP5.0 as shown bellow. 3. Mount the Surge Protector Adapter Plate on the CP5.0 and secure using self-taping screws.
  • Page 7 Sky Sensor Installation Guide Step 3 View Net CP5.5: Connecting to Grounding Coupler and View Control Panel 1. Remove the Telco Rack from the CP5.5. 2. Mount the Surge Protector Adapter Plate on the CP5.5 and secure with the provided screws.
  • Page 8 Sky Sensor Installation Guide Step 4: Prepare the Sky Sensor Body for installation 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the three set screws on the Sky Sensor Body. 2. Remove the dust cap on the bottom inside of the Sky Sensor Body.
  • Page 9 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the three set screws on the Sky Sensor to secure it to the Sky Sensor base. The screw will thread into the base until the head of the screw bottoms-out on the wall of the sensor; it does not need to be tightened past this point.
  • Page 10 Sky Sensor Installation Guide Step 8: Final Operation Preparation 1. Using an optical cleaning wipe, clean the sensors on the sides and top of the Sky Sensor. Ensure all sensors are free of dust, debris, and oils from fingers. 2. Ensure the Gore Patch on the side of the sensor is not damaged, taped over or covered by silicone.
  • Page 11 Sky Sensor Installation Guide Best Known Methods Rev 8 | July 2022 © 2022 View, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 12 Sky Sensor Installation Guide Best Known Methods Sky Sensor Rev 8 | July 2022 © 2022 View, Inc. All rights reserved.