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Setup Instructions
Important Things to Note Before Starting
Antenna Orientation
The antenna’s pattern is hemispherical, meaning that it has an “active” side and a ground side. The
active side directs the signal toward the receivers, so it is essential that the active side be oriented
toward the area where the receivers will be used. The Antenna Module’s ground side has the word
“GROUND” molded into the plastic.
See Diagram A. If it is necessary to locate an antenna low on a wall, the ground side should face
down. If you are mounting a monopole antenna in a ceiling or high on a wall, the ground side
should face UP. It may be necessary to move the ground side of the antenna mount around in
order to accomplish this.
To move the ground side of the module, simply remove the four nuts, reverse the module so that the
ground side is facing the bracket, then re-attach the nuts. Be careful to not detach any wires if the
module opens while it is not secured to the bracket.
Ground side of antenna
Ground side of antenna
This is the area of coverage
This is the area of coverage
Scenario 2 - Antenna is
mounted high in the facility
Scenario 1 - Antenna is
mounted low in the facility
Diagram A. Antenna coverage patterns. In Scenario 1, the antenna is mounted low in the facility. The
GROUND side of the antenna (marked on the module) should face down. In Scenario 2, the antenna is
mounted high in the facility. The GROUND side of the antenna should face up.
