MX575A/B DGPS Compass
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Once you have fastened the fixed-base to the MX575
enclosure using six
mounting screws, you are ready to fasten the assembly to your mounting surface.
We recommend that you use machine screws that have an Allen Key head
(hexagonal) and an “L-shaped” Allen Key, as there may not be sufficient clearance
between the bottom of the antenna and your mounting surface to use a normal
screwdriver.
Note: As we do not supply the mounting surface, you will need to supply the appropriate
fastening hardware required to complete the installation of the MX575
and mount assembly.
2.2.3 Pole and Rail Mounting
The pole mount incorporates a 1inch-14TPI thread. To aid in the installation of the
MX575, we supplied a hex jam nut and washer. These are used to secure the
antenna in a particular direction without bottoming out the system on the threaded
pole. Additionally, the nut and washer distributes forces associated with vibration
onto the bottom surface of the MX575
pole mount.
Caution: Do not bottom out the MX575
pole base on the threaded mount. Such manner can
damage the system. Use of the jam nut and washer are mandatory for pole mounting. Any
damage resulting from not using these pieces to mount the MX575
will not be covered under
warranty.
You will need to supply the pole or rail mount hardware that you wish to use.
Once you have installed the pole or rail mount, thread the hexagonal jam nut onto
to the mount, followed by the stainless steel washer, both supplied with the MX575
system. Thread the nut onto the mount approximately 8 to 10 full turns to provide
adequate mounting thread for the pole mount base. The following figure illustrates
this step.
