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Cooper Bussmann 945U-E Wireless Ethernet Modem & Device Server User Manual
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Figure 9 Vulcanizing Tape
Dipole and Collinear Antennas
A dipole or collinear antenna transmits the same amount of radio power in all directions—as such they are easy
to install and use. The dipole antenna with integral 15 ft (5 m) cable does not require any additional coaxial cable.
However, a cable must be used with the collinear antennas. To obtain maximum range, collinear and dipole
antennas should be mounted vertically, preferably 1 wavelength away from a wall or mast (see Figure 10 for
distances), and at least 3 ft (1 m) from the radio module.
Figure 10 Collinear/Dipole Antenna
Directional Antennas
Directional antennas can be any of the following:
• Yagi antenna with a main beam and orthogonal elements.
• Directional radome, which is cylindrical in shape.
• Parabolic antenna.