5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. J
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Antenna Polarization
When installing multiple 5.8GHz wireless systems at the same installation site, you will need to alternate the
radio frequency polarization for each wireless link. The TCO-5800 series of transmitters and receivers can be
user adjusted for either vertical or horizontal polarizations. Alternating each wireless link between vertical
and horizontal polarization improves the attenuation between adjacent channels and minimizes the risk of
interference between wireless links. The wireless link between a transmitter and receiver must have the same
antenna polarization to operate properly. If the Transmitter antenna is in the Vertical position, the Receiver
antenna must bet set to Vertical also.
Changing Transmitter Antenna Polarization
To adjust the transmitting antenna for either horizontal or vertical
polarization, first carefully loosen the antenna post screw that
secures the antenna to its post. Do not to scratch or bend the
antenna as this will affect transmitting performance.
Rotate the antenna to desired vertical or horizontal polarization as
shown in the diagram below.
CAUTION
Do not over twist the antenna cable as this
may cause permanent damage.
After positioning the antenna, carefully re-tighten the screw that
secures the antenna to its post.
Do not over tighten
Antenna Post Screw
