Honeywell FDAP3P, Manual

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2 INTRODUCTION TO FDAP
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Antennas
FDAP Gen3 uses dual antenna diversity to improve communication reliability in severe multi-path environment.
This helps in improving radio coverage and provides robust communication links thereby reducing infrastructure
cost and cost per wireless field device.
FDAP Gen3 has integral omni-directional antennas and it also supports a variety of high- and low-gain omni-
directional antennas to provide flexibility in installation and to maximize performance of the wireless system.
Refer
FDAP Gen3 Regulatory Compliance Guide for details about certified antennas and the allowable
maximum RF output power.
FDAP Gen3 has option to integrate lightning suppressors on the antenna ports. Lighting suppressors are
required for all outdoor installations or indoor installations where FDAP Gen3 may be subjected to lightning
surge. Optional remote mounted lightning suppressors are available for use in application where the remote
antenna cable is exposed to lightning surge.
LED indicators
FDAP Gen3 has three LED’s for indicating the status and health of the device. For more information about
LED’s, refer to “Table 3.1: LED indicators”.