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Tripod Mount
: The tripod mount offers ease of installation, stable mounting structure,
and signal visibility. It is however, bulky and not very aesthetic. The tripod mount
comes in 3, 5, 10 and 15-foot sections. As with the roof mount installation, the
mounting bolts must always be attached to roof joists and be properly sealed.
Tree Mounts:
In regions of the country with heavy foliage, tree mounts are popular.
This is a highly specialized installation and is beyond the scope of this installation
guide. Specific instructions and practices can only be formatted by the individual
operator in their region (not pictured).
Every installation must adhere to company policies, applicable specifications and
drawings of the system operator. This requirement includes: the choice of antennas,
the weatherproofing of all connections, all penetrations into the building and all
grounding procedures, both at the antenna mount and at the point of drop entry into
the building.
INSTALLATION PLANNING
In addition to meeting the highest standards of quality and workmanship, another valid
goal is to minimize the amount of time spent on a customer’s property, thus minimizing
any disruption of a customer’s schedule. Good planning helps an installer to be
efficient and productive on each installation.
Site Survey
Although the general receive location may have been previously surveyed by a signal
crew, a detailed, on-site survey is usually required prior to beginning an install. During
this survey, signal readings must be recorded on the installation work order. The exact
