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Maximum total distance of the GPS cable to the transmitter cannot exceed 200' (60.96 m).
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If the GPS cable is located outdoors, the use of a gelwrap splice enclosure is strongly recommend.
Assemble Ground Plane Omnidirectional Antenna
Complete the steps below to assemble the antenna.
1. After removing the antenna from the shipping box, inspect all contents to ensure all parts are on hand and no
damaged has occurred during shipping.
2. Screw the three radials into the base of the antenna.
3. Assemble the U-bolt on the base of the antenna. The Mast is to be aligned with the top of the mast channel.
Figure 2: Antenna Assembly
Assemble Antenna Mast
The Antenna Mast has two sections secured by a hex bolt during shipment. The two sections include a 5’ x 1.25” (1.52 m x
2.54 cm) rigid galvanized conduit and a 5’ x 1” (1.52 m x 3.17 cm) rigid galvanized conduit.
NOTE:
The non-penetrating mounting kit only includes the 5’ x 1.25” rigid galvanized conduit section.
Complete the steps below to assemble the antenna mast.
1. Loosen and remove the hex bolt.
2. Remove the 5’ x 1” (1.52 m x 3.17 cm) rigid galvanized conduit section.
3. Insert the 5’ x 1” (1.52 m x 3.17 cm) rigid galvanized conduit section into the 5’ x 1.25” (1.52 m x 2.54 cm) rigid
galvanized conduit section in reverse as shipped to attain a combined antenna mast length of 9' (2.74 m).
4. Align the sections fastening holes and secure sections together using the supplied hex bolt and nuts.
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