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CradlePoint 

Antenna Ordering and Installation Guide

©2014 CradlePoint Technology. All rights reserved. Information subject to change without notice.

CradlePoint has tested and certified that the following antennas provide the best mobile broadband performance with CradlePoint 
embedded and integrated modem products. These antennas work with all AER, ARC, and COR models that include an integrated 
modem, but in some cases may not be optimized for all frequency bands for a particular model (see individual antenna specs). 

In most cases a single antenna connected to the main (primary) antenna port will provide sufficient gain. To see “true” 4G speeds 
on LTE – or better performance – 2 external antennas may be used (e.g., 2 antennas may provide 15 Mbps throughput and 1 
antenna may only provide 8 Mbps throughput).

ANTENNA

IMAGE

MSRP

AER, ARC, and COR

Models Supported

Connector Included?

Universal 3G/4G/LTE replacement 
antenna w/ SMA connector

Part # 170649-000

3 dBi gain max

$14.99

All

Yes

12” Mag-mount antenna, 12.5’ cable

Part # 170605-000

6.1 dBi gain max

$44.99

All, but does not support 

2600 MHz (Europe models)

Yes 

(includes 12.5’ cable)

4” Mini mag-mount antenna, 12.5’ 
cable

Part # 170606-000

3.1 dBi gain max

$29.99

All, but does not support 

2600 MHz (Europe models)

Yes 

(includes 12.5’ cable)

Omni-directional Antenna

Part # 170586-000

5.1 dBi gain max

$99.99

All, but does not support 

2600 MHz (Europe models), and 
poor performance for 2100 MHz

No – requires separate 

cable/connector

Directional Patch

Part # 170587-000

10.6 dBi gain max

$99.99

All

No – requires separate 

cable/connector

Directional Yagi

Part # 170588-000

10.5 dBi gain max

$99.99

All

No – requires separate 

cable/connector

Summary of Contents for 170586-000

Page 1: ... provide 15 Mbps throughput and 1 antenna may only provide 8 Mbps throughput ANTENNA IMAGE MSRP AER ARC and COR Models Supported Connector Included Universal 3G 4G LTE replacement antenna w SMA connector Part 170649 000 3 dBi gain max 14 99 All Yes 12 Mag mount antenna 12 5 cable Part 170605 000 6 1 dBi gain max 44 99 All but does not support 2600 MHz Europe models Yes includes 12 5 cable 4 Mini m...

Page 2: ...les or kiosks can be attached to CradlePoint as shipped with 12 5 feet of cable and the correct SMA male connector Low loss coax cable with the N Male to SMA Male connectors OR an N Male to SMA Male adapter is REQUIRED to attach the outdoor mount antennas to CradlePoint CradlePoint recommends JEFA Tech LL400 Flex cable with N Male SMA Male connectors not sold by CradlePoint CradlePoint has tested ...

Page 3: ...anced performance on any modem 2 external antennas may be used Extra care must be taken while attaching the cable to the modem Be careful not to over torque the SMA connector on the modem Finger tight is sufficient the maximum torque spec is 7kgf cm If using only a single antenna you may want to turn off the auxiliary antenna port Log into the administration pages and go to Internet Connection Man...

Page 4: ... Weatherproof Made of stainless steel Requires metal mount plane minimum 3 5 in diameter 12 5 feet of cable 2014 CradlePoint Technology All rights reserved Information subject to change without notice 12 Mag mount antenna with 12 5 foot cable Part 170605 000 6 1 dBi gain max For use with all AER ARC and COR products with integrated modems NOTE LTE band 7 2600 MHz not covered which affects some int...

Page 5: ...lePoint router antenna port 30 Day Money Back Guarantee All CradlePoint products are protected by CradlePoint s 30 day money back guarantee If for any reason the performance of any product is not acceptable simply return the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase 90 Day Warranty CradlePoint antennas are warranted for ninety 90 days against defects in workmanship and or mat...

Page 6: ...rectional Weatherproof Requires Metal Mount Plane Minimum 3 5 in Diameter 12 5 feet of cable 2014 CradlePoint Technology All rights reserved Information subject to change without notice 4 Mini mag mount antenna with 12 5 foot cable Part 170606 000 3 12 dBi gain max For use with all AER ARC and COR products with integrated modems NOTE LTE band 7 2600 MHz not covered which affects some international...

Page 7: ...oint router antenna port 30 Day Money Back Guarantee All CradlePoint products are protected by CradlePoint s 30 day money back guarantee If for any reason the performance of any product is not acceptable simply return the product directly to the reseller with a dated proof of purchase 90 Day Warranty CradlePoint antennas are warranted for ninety 90 days against defects in workmanship and or materi...

Page 8: ...f cable 2014 CradlePoint Technology All rights reserved Information subject to change without notice Multi Band Omni Directional Antenna 50 ohm Part 170586 000 For use with all AER ARC and COR products with integrated modems NOTE LTE band 7 2600 MHz not covered which affects some international versions LP2 and LP3 models and poor performance for 2100 MHz which affects some U S versions LPE cradlep...

Page 9: ...k guarantee and 1 year limited warranty Package Contents 1 Multi Band Omni Directional Antenna 1 L Bracket 1 U bolt assembly 1 N Female FME Male Connector 6 Radials 3 short 3 long 4 10x1 Phillips round screws 1 Thread locker liquid Determine Your Mounting Location The antenna should be mounted high on the building with no obstructions There is a compromise between installing the antenna as high as...

Page 10: ... end of the cable and tighten against the underside of the L bracket to hold the antenna securely Figure 2 Warning Lightning protection is recommended for all installations Not sold by CradlePoint JEFA Tech offers one jefatech com category cradlepoint Wilson Electronics offers one compatible with this device Wilson Part 859988 Take extreme care to ensure that neither you nor the antenna comes near...

Page 11: ... directly to CradlePoint at the consumer s expense with a dated proof of purchase and a Returned Material Authorization RMA number supplied by CradlePoint CradlePoint shall at its option either repair or replace the product CradlePoint will pay for delivery of the repaired or replaced product back to the original consumer if located within the continental U S This warranty does not apply to any an...

Page 12: ...ect to change without notice Outdoor Panel Antenna Directional Patch Part 170587 000 For use with all AER ARC and COR products with integrated modems cradlepoint com Disclaimer The information provided by CradlePoint is believed to be complete and accurate However no responsibility is assumed by CradlePoint Inc for any business or personal losses arising from its use or for any infringements of pa...

Page 13: ...adcasted back to the cell tower Thank you for purchasing a CradlePoint Antenna Please read all instructions before installing your antenna and check the parts supplied against those listed in this guide CradlePoint s weather resistant encased antenna is an outdoor directional panel antenna ideal for many exterior building locations such as homes offices stores and warehouses The innovative design ...

Page 14: ... cables or using extra adapters with other cables may result in significantly reduced performance When two antennas are used there must be at least 1 12 inches separation between edges of two antennas This spacing will provide enough spatial diversity in outdoor environment for MIMO diversity operation Both antennas should focus the main beam in the same direction of strong cellular signal Warning...

Page 15: ... of purchase and a Returned Material Authorization RMA number supplied by CradlePoint CradlePoint shall at its option either repair or replace the product CradlePoint will pay for delivery of the repaired or replaced product back to the original consumer if located within the continental U S This warranty does not apply to any antennas determined by CradlePoint to have been subjected to misuse abu...

Page 16: ...e without notice 700 MHz 2700 MHz Wide Band Directional Antenna Yagi Log Periodic Part 170588 000 For use with all AER ARC and COR products with integrated modems cradlepoint com Disclaimer The information provided by CradlePoint is believed to be complete and accurate However no responsibility is assumed by CradlePoint Inc for any business or personal losses arising from its use or for any infrin...

Page 17: ...h 4 to install How It Works CradlePoint s Wide Band Directional Antenna Log Periodic will collect the cell tower signal and send it through the cable to the integrated or embedded CradlePoint modem and router When the modem transmits the signal is transferred directly to the antenna and broadcasted back to the cell tower Thank you for purchasing a CradlePoint Antenna Please read all instructions b...

Page 18: ...les or using extra adapters with other cables may result in significantly reduced performance When two antennas are used there must be at least 1 12 inches separation between the edges of the two antennas This spacing will provide enough spatial diversity in outdoor environments for MIMO diversity operation Both antennas should focus the main beam in the same direction of strong cellular signal Wa...

Page 19: ...nsumer s expense with a dated proof of purchase and a Returned Material Authorization RMA number supplied by CradlePoint CradlePoint shall at its option either repair or replace the product CradlePoint will pay for delivery of the repaired or replaced product back to the original consumer if located within the continental U S This warranty does not apply to any antennas determined by CradlePoint t...

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