.
Cat 5 Cable
POE
In this case, the surge will be
picked up by the Cat 5 cable, and
since the POE is not grounded, the
route for the surge is through the
radio to the antenna, and out
through the building.
Mounting Pole
Mounting Pole
In this case, the surge will be
picked up by the Cat 5 cable, and
since the POE is grounded, the
route for the surge is through the
POE to ground.
Cat 5 Cable
POE
Ground