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c.
When considering the sequence of events during an installation, it is important to
approach the transmitter, its peripherals, and the building as a system. “typical”
drawings are used as references. It must be assumed special requirements will
cause deviations from the published installation drawings in order to accommodate
a particular configuration or building requirement.
d.
In a new installation, interior walls should be in place, ceiling work should be
complete, concrete floors should be aged and well sealed, and all painting be
completed before arrival of the equipment or the transmitter is placed in the
room. Transmitters and other electronic equipment can be damaged or made
inoperable by dust and dirt entering the equipment. Even a plastic covering
placed over the transmitter rarely keeps out concrete dust and plaster dust created
from drywall installation.
e.
In a new installation, will electrical power be available when needed? Often
transmitter installation and checkout is held up because primary power is not
available.
f.
In an existing facility, must an existing transmitter remain on the air during
installation of the new equipment? Plan how this is to be done to minimize off-air time.
g.
A staging area should be chosen and set aside to place the boxes and crates that
contain all the smaller parts and assemblies not shipped attached to the transmitter.
A separate area should be used to stage all installation materials (plumbing
materials, wire, conduit and accessories, loose hardware, etc.)
h.
Each piece of equipment should be inspected for shipping damage. Inventory all
equipment and the contents of each box and compare to the packing check list
that comes with the equipment.
i.
Think about how the equipment will be unloaded. Will the proper lifting and
moving equipment be there when the truck containing the transmitter arrives?
Will there be enough workers there to help?
j.
Equipment placement must be worked out carefully. Use a station layout drawing
to determine equipment placement and the order in which the equipment should
be set in place. If possible, lay out equipment location with lines marked on the
floor.
k.
When planning placement of the output RF system, make certain the ceiling or
overhead framing will support the weight of the RF components. If not, structure
modification or floor-mounted components may be required.
