RCA Satellite TV Antenna - Manual (Page 36)

32 Final Installation
2. Route the coaxial cable and messenger (ground) wire from
the bottom of the mast to the grounding block.
3. Make a 3”- 5” drip loop using cable clips at the grounding
block as shown. This will prevent water from running into
the connection at the grounding block.
4. Place some silicone grease on the connector and connect the
coaxial cable to the grounding block
5. Secure the messenger (ground) wire to the grounding block,.
6. Locate the central building ground (see the list of acceptable
central building grounds on the preceding page).
7. Locate the grounding wire (#10 copper or #8 aluminum) that
will extend from the grounding block to the central building
ground. Attach the grounding wire to the grounding block
by placing it through the wire hole in the grounding block
and tightening the screw.
8. Route the grounding wire from the grounding block to the
central building ground, and connect to the central building
ground.
Routing and Grounding the Cables
Cable Routing Tips
• If you are routing the
grounding wire along the
ground, make sure the
wire is buried deep
enough so that it will not
be damaged or uncovered.
• If you are routing the
wire or cable above the
ground, use cable clips to
secure the two to a wall
or surface.
• Make sure you route the
grounding wire in an area
where people or animals
are not likely to come in
contact with the cable.
Step 2: Route cable from dish.
Step 3: Make a drip loop.
Step 4 & 5: Connect the coaxial cable
and the messenger wire to
the grounding block.
Steps 7 & 8: Connect the #10 copper or
#8 aluminum grounding
wire and route to the
central building ground.