Dipole Antenna Installation
Introduction
The Dipole Antenna receives signals transmitted by the Tags and
works in association with the Road Loop Antenna.
IMPORTANT!
To ensure proper system operation, do not substitute
antenna kit components.
Required Materials
The following materials must be on hand in order to successfully
install the Dipole Antenna:
•
RG-58/U coaxial cable with 50-ohm impedance (nominal), solid
copper center conductor, 55% tinned copper braid or better,
100% foil shield coverage (for example, Belden 9310) to connect
the Dipole Antenna to the ATU. The length required varies by
installation. However, it is recommended that the length of cable
not exceed 20 feet.
•
Two 3-piece crimp type male BNC connectors. The section
Appendix A: Coaxial Cable,
page 101, demonstrates how to
prepare coaxial cable for a BNC connector.
•
Four screws or bolts for mounting the bracket
•
Three blade rotary coaxial cable stripper
•
Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
•
Tape
measure
Prerequisite Tasks
The following tasks need to be completed before proceeding with the
Dipole Antenna installation:
The
ATU has been installed
. If not, refer to the appropriate
section in this document and install the ATU before continuing
with the Dipole Antenna installation.
The
Reader has been installed
. If not, refer to the appropriate
section in this document and install the Reader before continuing
with the Dipole Antenna installation.