BLiNQ Networks Inc.
X-1200 System Installation Guide
Release 1.0
Confidential - Restricted Use and Duplication
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Issue 01 D1
Figure 22 Module with Grounding Lug
To ground the unit, follow these general steps:
1.
If needed, strip and attach (crimp) the two-hole ground lug of the unit to the grounding cable.
2.
Use the Phillips #2 screwdriver to connect the two-hole grounding lug to the unit’s grounding screws
shown in Figure 22, “Module with Grounding Lug” (do not over tighten).
3.
Ensure the other end of the ground wire is connected to a reliable earth ground, such as a grounding
rod or an appropriate grounding point on a pole that is grounded.
4.
Ensure there is enough slack in the ground cable to allow for unit adjustments later on the
pole/wall. Or preferably, wait until adjustments to the module are complete and then attach
grounding lug to the unit as a final step in the module installation.
6.7.2
Installing the Lightning/Surge Arrestor
To install a lightning/surge arrester (sold separately by BLiNQ Networks), follow these general steps:
1.
Mount the arrester close to the entry of the building if the signals are entering a building. Mount the
unit with the strain reliefs facing the ground, as shown in Figure 23, “Wiring of Lightning/Surge
Arrester (Sold by BLiNQ Networks)”.
2.
Remove the cover screws using a medium slot head screwdriver and lift off the cover.
3.
Thread the incoming Ethernet cable from the data source through one of the strain reliefs on the
bottom of the unit. Strip back the cable jacket as needed using wire strippers. Run the Ethernet
cable through the copper ground lug on the inside of the Arrester and clamp the Ethernet cable,
ensuring there is a good electrical connection of the Ethernet cable shield to the lug.
4.
Gently pull the terminal blocks off of the Ethernet pin strip terminals (where present—two are
typically provided).
5.
Install the Ethernet conductor wires into the top Ethernet pin strip terminals (the bottom terminals
are not used), in this order:
Blue
Blue/White
Orange
Orange/White
Grounding Lug
