SDM Cable Run
Satellite Data Modem (SDM) Installation
8-6
MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION
80-J4866-2 Rev. G
• The SDM connector is weather-resistant; do not weather-proof the SDM connector.
Caution
Do not use refrigeration/tar tape on the SDM connector.
SDM Cable Run
• Run direction—Start at the SDM mount and run the cable down to the MAS.
• Routing location—Route the cable externally.
• Cable dressing—SDM cable comes with pre-installed convoluted tubing and UV resistant
tie wraps.
SDM Cable Installation
1.
Start at the SDM and run the cables down the back of the sleeper/cab and under the
body toward the MAS.
• Route the cable using existing brackets as tie points.
Convoluted tubing
Service (drip) loop
Tie
wraps
Tie
wraps
Convoluted tubing
Cable tied to existing
boomerang brackets
Convoluted tubing
Cable tied to existing
boomerang brackets
Existing
fiberglass
shelf
OM/E-0093-26A
Cable tied to existing
boomerang brackets
Convoluted tubing
Drip loop