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Topcon GPS Manual
Enhancing GPS and Radio Performance
Please note: The Antenna Mast is to be supplied by the end user, and is
not included in the Hiper-AG Base Station kit. The following diagram
and description is the ideal GPS and Radio Antenna support bracket.
Manufacture and erection of this mast to an
outbuilding/tower will enhance GPS and radio
performance.
TIP
TIP
Figure 6-7. Lightning Arrestor Support Bracket
1 Meter
1 Meter
2 Meters
1.5” Galv. Tubing
Stainless steel
hose/exhaust
clamps
Weld plate
(700mmx150mm)
with support brace
Apex of shed roof/
tower
Secure to
shed/ tower
Manufacture
pole from 1.5”
(38mm) galv.
tubing
Secure radio
antenna to
the bracket
using either
stainless steel
exhaust or
hose clamps
Weld a flat
base, 27”
(700mm) x
4” (100mm),
with a strut
support to
the pole. This
is the GPS
antenna plate.
