Lightning Protection (Optional) - Seitz Roundshot Livecam Generation 4 Installation Manual

2.1.6. Lightning protection (optional)

Long cables (RJ45 +
power) from
lightning box to
110V/220V mains
supply or to DSL
router or switch
Grounding of box on
mast
• The optional lightning protection is installed closely beneath the camera
on the mast
• It protects the camera from being damaged by lightning (overcharge)
induced by the cables into the camera housing
An opening of about 5cm diameter (2 inches) needs to be drilled into the
•
mast to pass the cables to the lightning protection box through the mast
Installation Manual Roundshot Livecam Generation 4 - April 2024 - © by Seitz Phototechnik AG / Switzerland
Mounting with
cables down
(=waterproof)
Short cables
(RJ45 + power) from
camera to lightning
protection box
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