Installation
3-2
SkyWay-EB Series
Digital Multimeter
A multimeter/voltmeter will be needed to take RSSI readings during the antenna alignment procedure. You
will need alligator clips or similar termination on the radio side of the probe cables.
It is essential that the RSSI connection is secure so that reliable continuous readings can be taken during
the antenna alignment procedure.
A Set of Phillips Screw Drivers
Phillips screw drivers will be needed to open/close the back cover of the enclosure and fasten various
cables in place.
3-3 Material Preparation
The following material must be ordered and prepared prior to installation:
48VDC Power Supply - There are two options for provisioning the power supply:
A local 48V power source (typical of telecom installation sites).
The AC-48VDC power adapter provided within the SkyWay-EB Series package. .
The minimum power requirement for the radio is 20 W and 0.5 A.
Serial Management Cable
24-Guage wire (AWG24) is recommended.
The maximum cable length is 200m.
Fiber optic data cable
Multimode fi ber cable terminated with LC connectors is needed.
The max length for a multimode fi ber connection is as follows:
62.5/125 um fi ber
275m
50/125 um fi ber
550m
Power cable
18 Gauge wire (AWG18) is recommended.
The maximum cable length is 280m.
Electrical Conduit
An outdoor grade electrical conduit is commonly used to provide protection for the cables in
outdoor installation.
The installer will need to prepare a 3⁄4 inch US standard conduit with internal steel reinforcement
and PVC cover.
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