AN-80i
Installation Guidelines
70-00073-01-08-b
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May 27, 2011
3.3
Step 3: Ethernet Connections
This section describes installation and weatherproofing of the outdoor Ethernet cable.
Important -- AN-80i Ethernet Cables
Caution: Do not insert any RJ-45 connector with a plastic hood into the AN-80i Ethernet
port. The hooded connector will be extremely difficult to remove and may damage the
AN-80i equipment. The maximum total length of the Ethernet cable is 100 m (328 ft).
For example, 98 m from the AN-80i to the PoE and 2 m from the PoE to the network
equipment.
Redline does not endorse or support the use of outdoor cable assemblies: i) not
supplied by Redline, ii) third-party products that do not meet Redline's cable and
connector assembly specifications, or iii) cables not installed and weatherproofed as
specified in this manual. Refer to the Redline Limited Standard Warranty and RedCare
service agreements.
3.3.1
Ethernet Cable and Connections
The Redline outdoor Ethernet cable is terminated with a non-hooded RJ-45 connector.
This connects to the mating RJ-45 connector located inside the AN-80i enclosure. When
connecting the outdoor Ethernet cable to the AN-80i, ensure the RJ-45 plug is fully
inserted and locked into the socket.
Important: Ethernet Plug Must 'Click' into Socket
When inserting the RJ-45 plug into the mating socket, you should hear an audible 'click'
from the plastic locking mechanism. Ensure the connector is locked before sealing and
weatherproofing the AN-80i. Do not use cables where this locking mechanism is broken
or has been removed!
The Ethernet port is protected from the weather by a weather-tight connector. The
weatherproof connector must be finger-tight plus 1/8th turn only, and weatherproofed
using tape and putty. Use the correct tool for final tightening. The indoor end of the
Redline supplied Ethernet cable is terminated with a non-hooded RJ-45 connector. This
connects to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) port of the indoor PoE power adapter. The
minimum diameter conduit or hole required is 18 mm (11/16 in).
3.3.2
Assemble Weathertight Connector
When assembled correctly, the Ethernet port seal will be water-resistant.
Figure 22: Ethernet Port Weatherproof Connector
