CSI Wireless Seres, Reference Manual

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2.5 Power Considerations
The Seres smart antenna is powered via the extension cable that connects
to the build-in pigtail. Via the power leads, labeled “Power”, the Seres
accepts an input voltage between 9 and 32 VDC. For best performance,
the supplied power should be continuous and clean. Table 2-1 details the
power specifications of the Seres smart antenna.
Table 2-1 Power Requirements
Input Voltage Input Current Input Power
9 to 32 VDC <150 mA @ 12 VDC <2 W Nominal
2.6 Methods of Mounting the Seres
The Seres smart antenna may be mounted three different configurations:
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Magnetic mount
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Surface mount
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Pole mount
Note – With each mounting method, ensure that there is
sufficient slack on the cable at the Seres end that minimal strain is
applied to the cable / gasket interface.
2.6.1 Magnetic Mount
A magnetic mount has been pre-installed on the bottom of the Seres
antenna for mounting to ferrous metallic surfaces.
To install the Seres antenna use the following procedure to mount it on a
ferrous surface:
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Place the antenna in the desired location.
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Check to make sure that antenna is secure in its mounting position.