CONNECTING THE SAT & TERR INPUT CABLES
Use a suitably sized Satellite Dish to provide adequate signal levels from the
satellite being received. Ensure that the Satellite Drop Cables are connected
correctly in the corresponding order with respect to the LNB and the
Multiswitch SAT inputs (Quattro LNB only). Ensure that the F Connectors are
properly sealed against water ingress.
If a Composite Cable (multi core coaxial cable) has been used, ensure that the
outer jacket is not facing upwards and cannot collect rain water. Check the
Terrestrial Drop Cable and ensure that this has also been sealed against water
ingress. If a Triplexer has been used to combine FM and DAB aerials with the
UHF Terrestrial Aerial, ensure that this is also water tight. Ensure that all drop
cables have drip loops prior to their entering the building.
Connect the SAT and TERR drop cables to the corresponding Satellite & TERR
Inputs of the Multiswitch.
CONNECTING THE SUBSCRIBER CABLES
Terminate the Subscriber Cables with good quality F Connectors and connect
to the Subscriber Outputs. The F Connectors should be fitted to the coaxial
cable correctly, ensuring that the centre core protrudes 3mm above the F
Connector body. See figure 3 (on page 8). Ensure that you do not exceed the
bending radius of the Coaxial Cable being used.
The Subscriber Cables may be arranged either side of the Multiswitch before
being terminated and connected. If required, the Subscriber Cables may
be arranged to one side of the Multiswitch, with the cables passing under
the Multiswitch before being terminated and connected to the Subscriber
Outputs on the opposite side. See figure 4 (on page 8). Always use approved
high quality coaxial cable.
EARTH BONDING
Earth bond the Multiswitch to the Earth Bonding Lug using minimum 4mm²
Earth Bonding Cable. Make sure that the Earth Bonding Cable is connected
directly to the building’s PME (Protective Multiple Earthing) point. Matching
Whyte Technologies Earth Bonding bars for your Multiswitch are available
from Whyte Technologies distributors.
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