Redline Virtual Fiber RAS-Extend LV Installation Manuallines

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Virtual Fiber™

Outdoor Wireless TCP/IP Transport

Auto-Acquire Wireless TCP/IP

Solution for Land Vehicles

Installation Guidelines

Important Notices ................................................................... 6

System Features ................................................................... 12

Installation Procedures ........................................................ 18

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Page 1 Virtual Fiber™ Outdoor Wireless TCP/IP Transport RAS-Extend LV Auto-Acquire Wireless TCP/IP Solution for Land Vehicles Installation Guidelines Important Notices ..............6 System Features ..............12 Installation Procedures ............18 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 2 All rights reserved July 9, 1014. The information in this document is proprietary to Redline Communications Inc. This document may not in whole or in part be copied, reproduced, or reduced to any medium without prior consent, in writing, from Redline Communications Incorporated.
Page 3 Description of Change(s) 20130719 First draft 20131121 Add detailed drawing for truck headache rack bracket. 20131125 General Updates 20140422 General Updates 20140709 Update format to remove configuration information 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
System Components ..................18 Customer Supplied Materials ................19 GPS Antenna Port .................... 20 Ethernet Surge Protection ................20 3.4.1 Pole Mount Bracket ..................21 3.4.2 Pole Cap Assembly ..................22 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 5 Figure 7: Features - Data & Power Adapter Ethernet Port Gland ........16 Figure 8: Features - Data & Power Cable ..............17 Figure 9: Materials - Redline System Components ............18 Figure 10: Procedures - Ethernet Line Protection Devices ..........20 Figure 11: Installation: Antenna Positioner Pole Mount Assembly .........
Page 6: Important Notices
Refer to this document before deploying and powering RDL-3000 family systems in the field. Service & Safety General Warnings Redline recommendations for maximum safety include the following:  Do not operate microwave equipment without first having proper training or knowledge of microwave radio operation.
Page 7: Installation Safety
DO NOT TOUCH Installation Safety Professional Installation / Installations Professionnel Redline RDL-3000 systems require professional installation. The user is responsible to ensure all building and safety codes are met and the installation is complete and secure. The RDL-3000 system shall be installed according to local Electrical Safety Codes.
Page 8: Electrocution Hazard / Risque D'électrocution
- 57.0 VDC), which must be electrically isolated from any AC sources and reliably connected to Earth ground. Do not install Redline products near any type of power line. Should the antenna or related hardware come in contact with power lines, severe bodily...
Page 9: Electrical Safety Compliance / Conformité À La Sécurité Electrique
Failure to meet safety requirements and/or use of 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 10: Weee Product Return Process
WEEE Product Return Process In accordance with the WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive, 2002/96/EC, Redline Communications equipment is marked with the logo shown below. The WEEE directive seeks to increase recycling and re-use of electrical and electronic equipment. This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of as part of the local municipal waste program.
Page 11: Service & Warranty Information
 Redline does not endorse or support the use of outdoor cable assemblies: i) not supplied by Redline, ii) third-party products that do not meet Redline's cable and connector assembly specifications, or iii) cables not installed and weatherproofed as specified in the RDL-3000 Installation Guidelines manual for each product model.
Page 12: System Features
Introduction to RAS Extend LV Now you can easily deliver secure high-speed plug-ready network access to people and equipment in land vehicles operating nomadically anywhere in the Redline wireless coverage area. Designed to address specific needs of oil & gas, utilities and military users, the RAS-X LV is the first high performance wireless networking system that mounts easily on a vehicle and provides touchless antenna alignment and network connection.
Page 13: Ras Extend Lv Features
The Power & control cable delivers DC power and position control signals to the positioner unit. A pre-terminated cable is provided to connect the wireless terminal to the positioner (43-pin connector). Figure 4: Features - GPS Port 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 14: Gps Antenna Port
Figure 5: Features - Data & Power Adapter AC Power Connector Table 3: AC: Power Plug Signal Position Line (Black) Neutral (White) Ground (Green) AC Connector Wiring 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 15: Dc Connector Wiring
RDL-3000 RAS-X LV SOLUTIONS GUIDE Figure 6: Features - Data & Power Adapter DC Power Connector DC Connector Wiring Table 4: DC: Power Plug Signal Position V+ (Red) V- (Black) 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 16: Ethernet Port
Data pair 2 The Ethernet connection to the Data & Power Adapter Unit must be assembled by the end-user. Figure 7: Features - Data & Power Adapter Ethernet Port Gland 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 17: Data & Power Cable
RAS-X LV chassis. Use this connection to terminate a grounding wire. All RAS-X LV systems must be properly grounded to protect against power surges and accumulated static electricity. 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 18: Installation Procedures
RAS-X LV, RF and Ethernet connections, basic wireless configuration, and alignment of the antenna. System Components The RDL-3000 RAS-X LV is designed and manufactured by Redline Communications, a world leader in design and production of outdoor wireless TCP/IP transport for mission critical applications.
Page 19: Customer Supplied Materials
RAS-X LV chassis and mounting bracket. Tools i) Precision set of screwdrivers, cutter pliers, and other common installation tools. ii) Portable computer (Windows™) for RAS-X LV configuration, antenna alignment, and troubleshooting as required.. 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 20: Gps Antenna Port
(outdoor installation). For correct operation, it is very important that the line protection equipment is properly connected to a low impedance (low R and low L) ground system. 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 21: Pole Mount Bracket
Screw, 10 32 UNF x 1/2 in 3 ft-lb Lockwasher #10 Bolt, 3/8 in 16 UNC x 7 in 20 ft-lb Lockwasher, 3/8 in, flat Washer, 3/8 in, flat 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24 July 9, 1014...
Page 22: Pole Cap Assembly
1. Insert and tighten bolts A and B to secure the mounting bracket to the pole. 2. Insert and tighten bolts C and D based on the size of the pole (see markings on bracket). 70-00174-03-00 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2014 Page of 24...
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