AN-80i
Installation Guidelines
70-00073-01-08-b
Proprietary Redline Communications © 2011
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May 27, 2011
3.2
Step 2: RF Connections
An RF jumper cable is provided to connect AN-80i unit to the antenna. Both ends of the
RF cable must be weatherproofed. This section describes how to connect the RF cable
and recommendations to assist weatherproofing the connections.
Important Notice: Outdoor Cable Assembly
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. Redline warranty and service
obligations will be voided under the conditions listed above. Refer to the Redline
Limited Standard Warranty and RedCare service agreements for details.
3.2.1
RF Cable Connections
Apply a small amount of weatherproofing grease to weatherproof the nut threads on the
RF cable (2). Connect the RF cable (2) between the AN-80i RF port (1) and the antenna
RF port (3). The connectors must be tightened according to the following specifications.
Figure 17: Weatherproof Ethernet Port - Assembly Drawing
RF connectors must be finger-tight plus 1/8th turn only (N-type: 12 lb-in / 135 N-cm).
Use the proper tool for final tightening. Using excessive force (over-torque) or the
incorrect tools will damage the female connectors on the antenna and AN-80i, and may
defeat the connector weatherproofing features. The N-type connectors on the AN-80i
must be weatherproofed. The following section provides a pictorial primer on correct
weatherproofing procedures.
Table 11: RF Connector Torque Specifications
Connection
Torque Specification (Max.)
Connector Type
RF Jumper Cable
12 lb-in (1.35 N-m)
N-type Plug
RF Port Connector Jam Nut
20 lb-in (2.25 N-m)
N-type Socket
