Installation Guide for Beam Mast/P
ole/Rail Mount Dual Mode
An
te
nna
(RST202)
Installation Guide for Beam Mast/Pole/Rail
Mount Dual Mode Antenna
(RST202)
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Package Contents
A – Dual Mode Antenna
B – Antenna Base
C – Rubber Seal
D – Mounting Bracket
E – 2 x U-Bolt, nuts/washers
F – 4 x Hex Socket Bolts with Allen key
G – Iridium Fly Lead
H – GPS Fly Lead
WARNING
Do not place the antenna anywhere there is a source of heat or fumes such as the ship’s exhaust.
Installation Guidelines
Antenna
Antenna installation is critical for optimum performance of your Iridium service. To ensure maximum
performance of the antenna system and to maximise availability and reliability of service the antenna must;
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have a clear line of site to the sky
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be clear and free of obstructions
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be clear of metal objects
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be located away from other transmitting devices
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be securely affixed in location
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not be located indoors
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be installed in conjunction with a certified cable
Antenna Cables
When installing antenna cables, follow these guidelines:
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Route and restrain cables to prevent them from vibrating or moving under normal conditions, which could result in
damage to the antenna or the coaxial cable connections.
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Wherever the cables contact structures, protect the cables from chafing or abrasion. If a cable needs to be bent, avoid
kinking it, and ensure that each bend radius follows the cable supplier limits.
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Use coaxial sealant, shrink-wrap tubing, electrical tape, or another suitable product to seal all cable connections
appropriately to prevent moisture and corrosion damage from weather exposure.
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To minimize the loss of radio signal from the antenna to the terminal, the specific coaxial cable system between the
antenna and the other component should be less than 3db including connector loss.
Recommended Antenna Installation location
Applications
LARGE VESSELS
LEISURE CRAFT
BUILDING
Full Visibillity
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