Installation Guide
Table Of Contents
- Table of Contents
- Document Overview
- Era System Overview
- CAP M Overview
- Safely Working with Era Hardware
- Installing CAP Ms
- CAP M Installation and Cascade Rules
- Cat6A Cable Requirements for Ethernet Devices
- Prepare for Installation
- Wire an Optional Hybrid Fiber Splice Box
- Mount the CAP M
- Grounding the CAP M
- Connect the CAP M Cables
- Power the CAP M
- Contacting CommScope
- CMS Global Technical Support
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling
- Hardware to Software Mapping Information
- CMS Technical Training
- Accessing Era User Documentation
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Installing CAP Ms
Connect the CAP M to an RF Antenna
The following sections guide you through connecting the CAP M; complete these procedures in the order in
which they are presented.
• "Clean the RF Cable Connectors” on page 52
• "Connect the Antenna Cable(s)” on page 55.
Clean the RF Cable Connectors
This section tells you how to clean RF cable connectors. The graphics in this section illustrate the cleaning
procedure and do not show the CAP M.
This procedure requires the use of compressed air. Wear protective clothing—especially protective
glasses—to protect against injury from flying particles.
This procedure requires the use of flammable material. There is a risk of fire. Keep away from sources of
ignition.
This procedure requires the use of eye irritant product. There is a risk of eye irritation. Avoid contact with
eyes and skin. Wear protective clothing—especially protective glasses.
Do the following to clean the RF cable connectors.
1 Gather the following cleaning tools:
• Isopropyl al
cohol
• Compr
essed air
• Lin
t-free wipe
• Cotton buds.
2 Remove the protective cap from the RF connector.