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RDL-3000 RAS-X LV
3.3
GPS Antenna Port
Important: The N-type connectors on the RAS-X LV must be weatherproofed. This
section provides a pictorial primer on correct weatherproofing procedures.
The GPS antenna port provides the required GPS satellite signals to equipped RAS-X
LV systems. The antenna can be passive or active type (parameter setting). Ensure that
this port is adequately weatherproofed. Use the preceding section s an example of how
to weatherproof the GPS antenna port.
3.4
Ethernet Surge Protection
This section describes the steps required to install the Ethernet line protector at the
vehicle/building ingress. The primary unit should be mounted as close as possible to
where the Ethernet cable enters the building/shelter, on a plate or bulkhead panel that is
bonded to an earth-ground system.
conditions when lightning strikes are possible.
Installing the Ethernet Line Protector (LP) Unit
Ground the chassis of the line protector.
1.
Connect the outdoor Ethernet cables to the correct ports.
2.
Connect the LP unit according to the direction it is labeled:
SURGE:
PROTECTED:
Re-assemble the LP weatherproofing seals and install extra weatherproofing as
3.
required (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.
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Do not install line protection equipment during adverse weather
Figure 10: Procedures - Ethernet Line Protection Devices
Connection to RAS-X LV
Connection to PoE.
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