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BSF0060 User Handbook
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Document number: BSF0060HBK
Issue number: 5
Date: 14/05/2018
Page 24 of 43
4.
Antenna and Repeater Installation Requirements
This chapter provides information on the Remote installation site requirements, on the installation
requirements of the antennas, the specifications of the service antennas suitable for operation with
this remote and RF and F/O cable requirements.
4.1. BSF0060 Installation Requirements
4.1.1.
Safety Guidelines
Before installing the Repeater, review the following safety information:
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Follow all local safety regulations when installing the Repeater.
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Only qualified personnel are authorized to install and maintain the Repeater.
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Ground the Repeater with the grounding bolt located on the external lower side of the
Repeater.
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Do not use the grounding bolt to connect external devices.
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Follow Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) precautions.
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Use low loss cables to connect the antennas to the Repeater.
Class 1 Laser
This product is equipped with class 1 lasers,
as per definition in EN 60825-1.
Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation. Do not stare into the beam
or view with optical instruments
4.1.2.
Criteria for Repeater Installation Location
The following criteria should be considered when selecting the Repeater installation site location:
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Application type
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General surroundings
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Available installation
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Install the Repeater in a shielded, ventilated, and easy-to-reach area.
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Verify that there is a minimum of a 50 cm (20”) radius of space around the Repeater,
enabling easy access to the repeater for maintenance and on-site inspection.
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Distance from antenna site - It is recommended that the installation location be as close as
possible to the antenna site in order to maintain the cable loss to a minimum.
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The Repeater is convection cooled so airflow and alternation should be possible.
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Follow Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) precautions.
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Install the Repeater close to the service area to monitor the output power.
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Use low loss cables to connect the antennas to the Repeater.