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Installing connectorized antennas
Weatherproofing an N type connector
The following procedure should be used to weatherproof the N type connectors fitted to
the connectorized ODU and antenna (if recommended by the antenna manufacturer).
N type connectors should be tightened using a torque wrench, set to 15 lb in or 1.7 Nm. If
a torque wrench is not available, N type connectors may be finger tightened.
To weatherproof an N type connector, proceed as follows:
1
Ensure the connection is tight. A torque wrench should be used if available:
2
Wrap the connection with a layer of 19 mm (0.75 inch) PVC tape, starting 25 mm
(1 inch) below the connector body. Overlap the tape to half-width and extend the
wrapping to the body of the LPU. Avoid making creases or wrinkles:
3
Smooth tape edges:
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Chapter 5: Installation
phn-2182_003v004 (Oct 2011)
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