Required Tools & Accessories
Hammer / Rubber Mallet
Drill and 0.1 IN Drill Bit
Phillips Screwdriver
1 IN Hole Saw
SMA Wrench
Mounting Instructions
Antenna Mounting Location Directions
When selecting the location of an antenna, consider the following factors:
1.
Conductive Panel
–
The ground plane is a part of the antenna. If
no ground plane/metal surface is used, the antenna may
radiate in undesirable locations and may also result in bad
return loss and poor efficiency.
Parsec suggests using a 2
0”
x 2
0”
ground plane for all our
mobile antennas (PTA0587) for best performance. If this much
space is not available, use a ground plane/metal surface large enough such that it is at least 5
inches from each side of the antenna.
2.
Antenna Directionality
–
the direction of the signal is limited
by the directionality of the antenna.
Omni-directional antennas provide a 360-degree horizontal
radiation pattern, allowing for coverage in all directions
horizontally with varying degrees of vertical coverage.
When selecting the location of an omni-directional antenna,
ensure that the antenna can be mounted in the proper
orientation relative to the horizontal plane.
3.
Signal Path Loss
–
signal strength is greatly affected by the
materials that the signal passes through.
Severe signal loss can be caused by concrete and brick walls. Metals can absorb and/or reflect the
signal, affecting the signal path. For best antenna performance, select an antenna location with
minimal obstructions between the antenna and the signal source(s).
4.
Reflection & Diffraction
–
the signal will bounce off certain materials and bend around obstacles.
For best antenna performance, the antenna should be installed in a location where the signal path
is not interfered by materials like Low E glass, Metal, Tinted glass, etc., that reflect RF Energy.
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Installation Instructions
