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Section 2: Installation
This section describes the installation procedure for monitoring
systems using the RCM8. Installation includes:
• Unpacking and Inspection
• Mounting the RCM8 at the designated site
• Making RCM8 physical connections based on application
needs
• Configuring the modem
Unpacking and
Inspection
Inspect the package when delivered by the freight carrier. If the
shipping container is damaged, check for internal damage and
file a claim with the carrier if necessary. If the container is
undamaged, unpack the RCM8 and inspect it for obvious
damage. If it is necessary to ship the RCM8, use the original
shipping container if possible to ensure safe transportation.
Mounting Instructions
After the DIP switches and jumpers are set correctly (as
described in the section entitled Settings and Connections),
mount the RCM8 on a wall at the selected location. THIS
DEVICE IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY!
Mounting Requirements:
Enclosure Type: NEMA 1
Hole Pattern: 15.44" x 7.00" (392.23mm x 177.80mm)
Fasteners: Use four 1/4" (6mm) bolts
Weight: 15 lbs. 8 ozs. (7.2kg)
Figure 2 describes the physical dimensions of the RCM8.
Physical Connections
The RCM8 can be installed and configured at the hardware level
to your specific application according to several configurations:
• A single RCM8 (with or without a PC or video display
terminal connected)
• Multiple RCM8 units (Master, Slaves, and Repeaters) in a
local configuration
• RCM8 with SiteScan central monitoring system
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