Chapter 2
Tropos Routers Installation Guide, Models 6410 and 6420
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Mounting Strategies
When choosing mounting locations, consider the available mounting structures and antenna
clearance. The router should always be mounted with the top of the unit horizontal and level and
with the antennas facing upward.
It is usually best to attach ground and data cables to the router prior to mounting. Before
mounting the router, review the wiring instructions in
“Connecting Data and Power Cables”
on page 29 to determine the best strategy for the selected
location.
Note
To eliminate potential interference from the mounting structure, the router should be mounted
with at least 4 feet of clearance around the antennas.
Acceptable options for mounting on a streetlight are shown in
. In each case the router is
mounted to assure clearance for the antennas above the height of the streetlight.
FIGURE 2
Example Mounting Location - Antennas Facing Upward
Antennas clear of obstruction
Antennas clear
of obstruction
