SuperPro Series Installation Manual
Copper Wire
PVC Outer Coating
Braided and
Foil Shielding
Dielectric
Figure 5-I: Typical Coax Cable Construction
Depending on the type of coax cable you are using, there may be more or less shielding. You will
use RG6 Quad Shielding cable in this class.
FutureSmart recommends RG6 quad shielded cable because it limits the EMI & RFI
(electromagnetic interference); it also limits the broadcast capabilities of the cable so that the
signal only goes where it is intended
.
Creating Coax Cables
Coax cable is fairly simple to terminate if you have the right tools. The following steps illustrate
the process of making a coax connection using RG6 cable and connectors.
Preparing the Cable for Connectors
1. Assemble cable, connectors and tools.
2. Cut the coax cable with wire cutters or cables cutters so you have a squared end, as
illustrated in Figure 5-2.
Figure 5-2: Coax RG6 Cable with End Squared
3. Now insert one end of the coax cable into the coax stripper as illustrated in Figure 5-3.
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