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3. Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal of the distribution system.
4. Ensure that the dc power supply is turned off and connect the Bias-T power cable BNC connector to
the surge protector.
2.8.8 – Installing an RJ45 connector on an RS-422 cable
This section describes how to install a Stewart RJ45 connector on a Delco cable, using Stewart tools. It
can also be used as a guideline for installing other manufacturers’ connectors and cables.
Tools and hardware
The following connector tools and hardware are required:
– Stewart RJ45 hand tool (Stewart part number 2940231-01) with Stewart RJ45 die set (Stewart
part number 2906253-01).
– Stewart ferrule crimp tool (Stewart part number 29125212-01).
– Stewart shielded RJ45 connector(s) (Alcatel part number 90-6815-01 or Stewart part number 943-
SP-370808SM2); each connector has:
• RJ45 plug,
• housing,
• ferrule,
• management bar.
– Delco cable.
To install an RJ45 connector
1. Cut one end of the cable with the wire cutters and slide the connector housing onto the cable, with
the housing notch pointing toward the trimmed end of the cable; see Figure 37.
Figure 37 – Placing the connector housing on the cable
2. Strip off enough cable jacket with the wire strippers to expose approximately 25 mm (1 in.) of the
braided shielding, being careful not to nick the braided shield.
3. Roll back the braided shielding and the drain wire over the cable jacket, exposing the aluminum-
mylar shielding that covers the four conductors. Unwrap the mylar shielding and fold it back over the
cable jacket. Ensure that the aluminum (silver) side of the mylar shielding is facing up so that it will
Improper crimping or damaged connectors may result if tools other than the specified
Stewart tools are used.
Housing
Cable
Notch