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MDS 4790M (MPT 1411) I/O Guide
MDS 05-3628A01, Rev. B
4.2 Mounting the Radio
The radio should be located in a relatively clean, dust-free environment that
allows easy access to the rear panel connectors as well as the front panel
controls and indicators. Air must be able to pass freely over the heatsink on the
rear panel.
Figure 7 shows the mounting dimensions of the radio. Most commonly, it is
installed in a 2U 3.5 inch (88.90 mm) rack-mount configuration, but it can also
be installed in a simple tabletop arrangement if desired.
Rack Mounting
To rack-mount the radio, use the supplied mounting brackets (GE MDS P/N
82-3184A01) to secure the chassis to the rack cabinet. The brackets can be
attached at any of four points on the sides of the enclosure—front, back, middle
facing front, and middle facing back (see Figure 7). This flexibility ensures
compatibility with most rack mounting arrangements.
Tabletop Mounting
As an alternative to rack mounting, the radio can be placed on any sturdy shelf
or tabletop that will support the weight of the unit. Adhesive- backed rubber
feet are provided with the radio for use in tabletop installations. These should
be placed underneath the chassis near each corner to prevent scratching of the
mounting surface.
Invisible place holder
Figure 7. Mounting Dimensions and Bracket Details
Remote Front Panel Mounting
—Optional Configuration
If desired, the front panel can be detached from the radio and mounted
separately to the rack cabinet. This option is needed in rack-mount installations
where all connections and control will be performed from one side of the unit.
An Auxiliary Mounting Plate (P/N 82-3189A01) is available for this type of
mounting.
To remove the front panel from the radio and re-mount it to the Auxiliary
Mounting Plate, follow these steps:
1. Detach the panel from the radio by grasping it firmly along its bottom edge
and pulling away from the radio chassis (Figure 8).