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RT System 2 v2.0.0 62 Deployment Guide R00.e
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6. Troubleshooting and Tips
6.1 Best Practices
This section provides some tips on working with the equipment.
6.1.1 24 Ah Batteries
In order to maintain the best possible communication channel, observe the
following tips:
Place a fully charged 24 Ah battery on the backhaul every day.
Keep extra 24 Ah batteries charged up at the staging area.
Store 24 Ah batteries at the staging area when not in use. Deep
discharging of the batteries can shorten their lifespan considerably.
6.1.2 LIU
When temperature swings are extreme, or weather is severe, store the LIU
boxes in the recording truck at night.
6.1.3 Urban Environments
The following could impact your configuration in urban environments:
You may need to use repeaters when crossing a road.
You may need to extend the antenna with coaxial cable
You may need to adjust WRU placement and antenna strength when
crossing a road.
You will need to consider the presence of power lines and buildings when
placing WRUs and backhaul components.
6.1.4 Ethernet Cables
Use CAT6 enhanced quality cables.
CAUTION
Do not allow the LIU battery to remain connected at a voltage of 22V or
less. Damage to the equipment could occur.