To maximize the distance of transmission, the ideal condition is Line-of-sight (LOS) between the Sigfox sensor and
Base station. In real life, there may be no LOS condition. However, the Sigfox sensor still communicate with Base
station, but the distance will be reduced significantly.
7.1 Locate the good place for Radio signal
ATTENTION:
DO NOT
install the Sigfox sensor or its antenna inside a completed metallic box or housing, because RF signal
can not pass through metallic wall. The housing is made from Non-metallic materials like plastic, glass, wood,
leather, concrete, cement…is acceptable.
7.2 Process mounting
WARNING:
The sensor should be mounted on an oil-free and grease-free surface as close to the source of
vibration as possible.
For best results, the sensor should be mounted via a drill hole and have an
M6x1.0 threaded hole
(an adapter can be used) attached directly to the housing.
Please make sure that the operating ambient temperature is within the specification of sensor.
Prepare the professional tools for installation. The inappropriate tools may cause damage to the
sensor.
DANGER: Do not twist the upper part of sensor, only screwing the sensor by using the HEX wrench with the
lower HEX part of sensor.
