Hardware Installation Guide
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Required Tools and Supplies
Firetide provides the accessories listed in the “Unpacking” section to enable a proper installation.
The following tools and supplies must be provided by the customer:
•
#2 Philips screwdriver
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½” crescent wrench
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Wire cutters to cut tie wraps around cables
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Ladders, lifts, and/or platforms to install the HotPort 3203 on poles and structures
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10 AWG grounding cable to connect the HotPort 3203 to earth ground
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Grounding connectors and grounding rod
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RJ-45 crimping tool – required if connecting a peripheral device, such as an access point
or camera. Also need a Category 5 Ethernet cable with at least one RJ-45 connector to
connect a peripheral to the HotPort.
•
Weather proofing kit – this kit provides electrical tape and butyl mastic. Check the
TESSCO web site (
www.tessco.com
) for weatherproofing antennas and coaxial cables.
The following tools and supplies are optional:
•
Cordless
screwdriver #2 Philips
•
Cordless
drill
•
Antenna stand (used to mount the antenna pole)
