Chapter 2
Installing the Subscriber Unit
RUGGEDCOM WIN5158-V-GPS
Installation Guide
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Grounding the Subscriber Unit
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Figure 5: Antenna and Lightning Protector Assembly
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Drain Wire
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RUGGEDCOM WIN5158-V-GPS
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Shielded Coaxial Cable
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Lightning Protector
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Ground Wire
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Antenna
4. Make sure the
PWR
LED on the subscriber unit is on.
5. Adjust the position of the antenna until the maximum RSSI link quality reading is achieved. A single RSSI LED
indicates the subscriber unit is at minimum synchronized with the base station. For information about the
RSSI LED indicators, refer to
If the subscriber unit is not synchronized with the base station, make sure the subscriber unit is properly
configured. For more information, refer to the
RUGGEDCOM WIN User Guide
for the subscriber unit.
If the expected link quality still cannot be achieved, try to improve the reception quality by placing the
antenna at a higher point or in an alternate location.
6. Make sure the antenna is properly grounded according to local standards.
Section 2.6
Grounding the Subscriber Unit
When connecting the ground cable to the subscriber unit, make sure to use a 10 AWG grounding cable and torque
the screw to 15 N·m (11 ft. lb.).
DANGER!
Electrocution hazard – risk of death or serious injury. The system must be properly grounded to protect
against power surges and accumulated static electricity. It is the installer’s responsibility to install this
base station in accordance with the local electrical codes.
Section 2.7
Connecting Power and Data
The RUGGEDCOM WIN5158-V-GPS requires a 9 to 36 VDC Class 2 power supply.
IMPORTANT!
When connecting a DC battery power supply, make sure to use a 36 VDC, 3 A, double-pole circuit
breaker as the main disconnecting device.
