Nautel NARF79, Installation Manual

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VX150 TO VX2 INSTALLATION MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION TASKS
PAGE 1.2.2 VERSION 0.3 2021-01-14
6. Place a work area with a clear table surface near the transmitter. Provide electrostatic protection
measures in the work area.
7. Order any accessories or optional equipment that you may need. Typical requirements include:
 Tools - screwdrivers, nut drivers, soldering iron, etc. (see Section 1.12, “Parts and Tools” on
page 1.12.1 for further details).
 Test equipment - oscilloscope and digital multimeter.
 Peripheral equipment - PC or laptop, LAN/network connection, etc.
 If you are using a network connection (as opposed to a direct connection with a laptop),
consult with your network administrator to determine whether the VX transmitter’s network
feature will be enabled. If so, determine whether DHCP will be used. DHCP allows network IP
addresses to be assigned automatically. To use DHCP, you must have a visible DHCP server on
your network. If you are not planning to use DHCP (i.e., your network does not have a DHCP
server or you are connecting directly to a laptop), you must obtain an IP address and netmask
from your network administrator as well as gateway and nameserver(s) as applicable. If more
than one transmitter exists on the LAN, consider port forwarding when commissioning the
transmitter.
8.
Terminate the transmitter end of the RF feed line with the appropriate mating connector. The
VX150 to VX2 transmitters accepts a male N-type connector (VX150, VX300 and VX600) or a 7/16
male DIN connector (VX1, VX1.5 and VX2).
9. Implement a safety interlock, if required.
10. Prepare to integrate the VX150 to VX2 transmitter into your station control circuitry, if required.
11. Train your station technicians and operators on the use and maintenance of the VX150 to VX2
transmitter.
Selecting a Location for the Transmitter
To ensure that the desired location for the VX150 to VX2 transmitter is suitable, perform the following
tasks:
1. Ensure that the cabinet in which the transmitter will be installed is able to support the weight of
the transmitter. See “Physical Requirements” on page 1.3.1 .
2. Measure the cabinet space to ensure that the transmitter will fit. See “Physical Requirements” on
page 1.3.1 .