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--- ezeio2:installation:mounting [2020-09-14 15:56] – [Installing the hardware] andreh
+++ ezeio2:installation:mounting [2025-08-18 16:09] (current) – andreh
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-===== Installing the hardware =====
+==== Installing the hardware ====
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 There are no restrictions on orientation, but for the purposes of this document we will refer to 'up' as the side where the antenna and Ethernet connectors are, and 'down' as the side where the green screw terminals are. The ezeio has no mechanical moving parts, and does not generate any significant heat.
-The three LED's on the front communicate valuable information about the communication status. Please make sure the LED's are easily visible for the user.
+The three LED's on the front communicate valuable information about the communication status. Please make sure the LED's are easily visible for the user. //For information on the LED indication see// [[ezeio2:indicators:start|]]
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 Download [[https://doc.eze.io/_media/ezeio2/installation/ezeio-mkii-din-plastic-enclosure.zip|STEP drawing]].
-==== Screw mounting ====
+=== Screw mounting ===
 If you are not using DIN rail, the ezeio can be mounted using two screws and the keyholes on the back. The screws need to be 74.35mm (2930 thou) center-to-center.
-==== Antenna ====
+**When using the ezeio with side-dock expansion modules, always use a DIN rail. Do not use screw mount with side-dock modules.**
-Use only the antenna supplied with the ezeio. The antenna and antenna mounting bracket has excellent performance when mounted correctly. Please follow these instructions.
-The antenna bracket can be mounted on a horizontal or vertical surface using two regular screws, or on a pole using a U-bracket. Make sure the bracket is mounted horizontally and the antenna pointing straight up.
+=== Antenna ===
-[TODO: Picture of proper antenna mounting (flat/vertical/pole)]
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+**Proper antenna placement is __critical__ for reliable operation.**
+  * ALWAYS keep the antenna connected
+  * Keep the contacts dry and clean
+  * Do not sharply bend or pinch the antenna cable
+  * Never mount the antenna inside a metal enclosure
+  * Mount the antenna away from metal objects and other cables
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-After mounting the antenna bracket, position the antenna on the bracket, and tighten the nut.
+Use only the antenna supplied with the ezeio. The antenna and antenna mounting bracket has excellent performance when mounted correctly. Please follow these instructions carefully.
-==== Wiring ====
+The antenna bracket can be mounted on a horizontal or vertical surface using two regular screws, or on a pole using a U-bracket. Make sure the bracket is mounted horizontally and the antenna pointing straight up.
-The green screw terminals can be pulled out from the body of the ezeio to make access and wiring easier. Make sure you open the screw terminals properly before inserting the wire. Avoid running multiple wires into the same terminal. If you need multiple wires to connect to the same terminal, for example if you have a lot of ground connections, use an external terminal solution. Do not tighten the screws too hard, and check each wire by pulling it gently to make sure it has a good connection.
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+**Keep the antenna away from metal objects and cables.**
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-The antenna connector shall be finger tight. Do not use a wrench. Take care so there is no dirt or water introduced into the antenna connector.
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+**Never mount the antenna inside a metal box.**
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-The Ethernet connector is a standard RJ45 network connector. There should be a solid 'click' when the plug is inserted. To release, press the tab and pull gently.
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+[{{:ezeio2:installation:antenna-bracket-mount.jpg?nolink&200|Antenna on bracket}}]
-To not use force on any of the connectors. With the exception of a small flat-head screw driver for the screw terminals, no tools are required to connect/disconnect the wires.
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+After mounting the antenna bracket, position the antenna on the bracket, and tighten the nut.
+If it's absolutely necessary to use an extension cable for the antenna, keep it as short as possible and use high quality coax cable. Note that the losses in extension cables are significant. For example, 6m (20ft) of RG58 cable attenuates roughly 50% of the signal.
+=== Wiring ===
+The green screw terminals can be pulled out from the body of the ezeio to make access and wiring easier. Make sure you open the screw terminals properly before inserting the wire. Avoid running multiple wires into the same terminal. If you need multiple wires to connect to the same terminal, for example if you have a lot of ground connections, use an external terminal solution. Do not tighten the screws too hard, and check each wire by pulling it gently to make sure it has a good connection.
+The antenna connector shall be finger tight. Do not use a wrench. Make sure the antenna connector is free of dirt or water before connecting.
+The Ethernet connector is a standard RJ45 network connector. There should be a solid 'click' when the plug is inserted. To release, press the tab and pull gently.
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+Do not use force on any of the connectors. With the exception of a small flat-head screw driver for the screw terminals, no tools are required to connect/disconnect the wires.
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