Garmin GDL 88 Installation Manual

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Page 4-4 GDL 88 TSO Installation ManualRev. A 190-01122-004.6 Coaxial Cable InstallationFollow the steps below for installation of the coaxial cables:1. Route the coaxial cable to the radio rack location keeping in mind the recommendations ofSection 3.1. Secure the cable in accordance with AC 43.13-1B Chapter 11, section 11.2. Trim the coaxial cable to the desired length and install the TNC and BNC connectors per thecabling instructions on Figure 4-1 below. If the connector is provided by the installer, follow theconnector manufacturer‟s instructions for cable preparation.GASKETNUT9163161. PLACE NUT AND GASKET OVER CABLE AND STRIP JACKETTO DIMENSION SHOWN.2. COMB OUT BRAID AND TRIM DIELECTRIC TODIMENSION SHOWN.3. PULL BRAID WIRES FORWARD AND TAPER TOWARD CENTERCONDUCTOR. PLACE CLAMP OVER BRAID AND PUSH BACKAGAINST JACKET.4. FOLD BACK BRAID OVER CLAMP AS SHOWN. TRIM OFFEXCESS BRAID. SOLDER CONTACT TO CENTER CONDUCTOR.5. INSERT CABLE CLAMP AND GASKET INTO CONNECTORBODY MAKING SURE THAT SHARP EDGE OF CLAMP SEATSPROPERLY AND TIGHTEN NUT.Figure 4-1. Coaxial Cable Installation