1-16 Quick Installation Guide
WARNING: Willfully entering incorrect values in the
antenna parameters software and/or avoiding the use of an
antenna filter, as supplied with the WaveACCESS NET units,
could cause degradation of the system and void the authority
to operate this equipment. In addition, improper transmit
power settings and/or the lack of use of a required antenna
filter violates unlicensed band radio frequency regulations.
This may void the Product Warranty, as well as expose the
end user to legal and financial liabilities.
Lightning Protection
It is highly recommended that you connect the
shield/enclosure of the antenna and/or cable to a
ground before the entrance to the building. This will
provide some lightning protection.
For safety reasons, an antenna installed outdoors should
be fitted with a lightning arrestor. Such devices protect
the WaveACCESS LINK BR132 and SM1024, as well as
the life of any person in contact with the wireless unit, if
the antenna is struck by lightning.
The optional WaveACCESS LINK lightning arrestor has
the same connector arrangement as the low-loss 20-foot
cables (male/male). As a result, it can be installed
between any two cable segments (the antenna and the
tension release cable are also considered
cables
for this
purpose). However, the best location for the arrestor is
just before the cable's entrance to the building. In either
case, the arrestor must be mounted outside the building.
The arrestor offered with WaveACCESS LINK products
is self-resetting, meaning that no maintenance is
needed, even following a lightning strike. Follow the
installation instructions provided for the arrestor and
ensure that the grounding solution is in accordance with
these instructions.
