Chapter 3 installation, Unpacking and inspection, Mounting – Bird Technologies ACMI User Manual

Page 17: Cable connections

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Chapter 3

Installation

This chapter provides information for preparing the Bird Antenna & Cable Mon-
itor for use.

Unpacking and Inspection

1.

Carefully inspect the shipping container for signs of damage.

Note:

If damage is noticed, do not unpack the unit. Immediately

notify the shipping carrier and Bird Electronic Corporation.

2.

If the shipping container is not damaged, unpack the unit.

Note:

Save the packing material in case the unit needs to be shipped

again.

3.

Inspect all of the components for visible signs of damage.

Note:

Immediately notify the shipping carrier and Bird Electronic

Corporation of equipment damage or missing parts.

The Bird ACM is shipped complete and ready for use upon receipt. After unpack-
ing and inspecting the unit, it is ready to be installed.

WARNING

Leaking RF energy is a potential health hazard. Never attempt to connect or

disconnect equipment from the transmission line while RF power is being

applied. Severe burns, electrical shock, or death can occur.

Mounting

Mount the ACMI in the feeder line between the combiner and the antenna.
Make sure that the alarm LED and reset button are accessible, and that the con-
necting cables have proper clearance.

Cable Connections

Note:

Refer to Figure

2 on page

6 for cable connections.

When connecting the Bird ACM to RF power, use 50 ohm coaxial cable suitable
for the frequency and power level of operation. The cable connector should
mate with the connector on the unit.

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