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2.3.2.1 Remote Antenna
(Option)
1. Connect the BNC antenna plug attached to the antenna lead-in wire to the BNC
receptacle on the radio unit. Route the antenna cable to the antenna location.
NOTE:
Avoid sharp bends in the antenna cable, and leave a drip loop anywhere the antenna
lead-in wire changes from vertical to horizontal. Be sure to secure the antenna lead-in cable
so it does not move excessively in the wind to prevent fatigue failure of the cable.
2. Unpack the antenna and become familiar with the parts and hardware.
3. Assemble the remote antenna per the instructions provided.
4. Connect the end of the coaxial cable terminated with antenna connector to the antenna.
NOTE:
To prolong the life of the antenna in or around coastal areas, it is recommended that
the hardware be encapsulated with a silicon rubber compound such as Dow-Corning Silastic
Rubber or GE Silicone Seal to prevent atmospheric deterioration.
2.3.2.2 Safety Precautions
2.3.2.3 Mounting Remote
Antenna
The antenna should be mounted higher than the roof of the building it is mounted on. It is
preferable that it be mounted higher than other obstructions in the immediate area. In the
case of a utility pole, mount the antenna part way up the utility pole. If there are other cables
or wires running vertically on the utility pole, the vertical part of the antenna should be
between 40 in. (1.02 m) and 50 in. (1.27 m) away from the vertical wires/conduit.
To mount the antenna, perform the following procedure:
1. Attach the antenna onto a 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) to 3/4 in. (19.05 mm) pipe or up to 1-3/8 in.
(34.925 mm) OD tubing using the provided U-bolt, lockwashers, and hex nuts. The pipe
or mast should be rigidly supported so that it does not twist or turn.
2. Secure the cable to the mounting mast every few feet with strap or plastic tape to avoid
strain on cable connections.
3. Remove any unnecessary slack from the coaxial cable and use the supplied field
attachable connector to connect the end of the cable to the antenna connector of the
Radio Controller.
WARNING
Installation of the antenna near power lines is dangerous. For your safety,
follow the installation directions.
Each year, hundreds of people are killed, mutilated, or receive severe
permanent injuries when attempting to install an antenna. In many of these
cases, the victim was aware of the danger of electrocution but did not take
adequate settings to avoid the hazard. For your safety, and to achieve a
good installation, please read and follow the safety precautions below. They
may save your life.
Follow the safety guidelines below.
• Select your installation site with safety, as well as performance, in mind.
• Plan your installation procedure carefully and completely before you begin.
• Successful raising of a mast or tower is largely a matter of coordination.
• Each person should be assigned to a specific task and should know what to do and when to
do it. One person should be designated as the leader of the operation to call out instructions
and watch for signs of trouble.
When installing your antenna, remember:
• Do not use a metal ladder.
• Do not work on a wet or windy day.
• Dress properly - shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeve shirt or jacket.
If the assembly starts to drop, get away from it and let it fall. Remember, the
antenna, mast, cable, and metal guy wires are all excellent conductors of
electrical current. Even the slightest touch of any of these parts to a power
line completes an electrical path through the antennas and the installer.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious injury or
equipment damage.
