Section # 6 Optional Accessories
Section # 7 Installation Procedures When Installing an optional Yagi Antenna
1.
The optional external Yagi antenna comes with
that comes t
16ft of low loss cable with male TNC RF
connector on the
end. The Yagi includes a U style clamp that allows the antenna
that
allows having the elements in either a vertical or horizontal
position. It is recommended to use the antenna install the
Yagi in a horizontal position. The U clamps are
designed to fit around a rigid PVC, or metal pipe,
from ¾ to 1 ½
inch diameter. This will allow you to rotate the
antenna
to find the highest signal level.
The components shown in the picture above are a one (1) inch pipe flange, a 2 ½ foot piece of 1” PVC schedule 40 pipe, a
male socket adapter, and if required a one in 90 degree male thread and socket combination. These items are available at any
local hardware store.
2.
When installing on a building with a metal sheeting roof, metal pan pour roof,
or cement tile roof, it is recommended to place the antenna be mounted on a
vertical
pipe mount. If the roof is of wood frame, or metal bar joist, it is recommended
that
the antenna be installed within the attic space using a vertical pipe mount.
CAUTION: Make sure the antenna nuts, (10 mm) are tight enough to prevent
the
antenna from sliding down but still allow for the rotation of the unit
to operate
.
3.
When aiming the Yagi antenna, rotate the antenna clockwise no more than 10 degrees at a time then stop wait thirty seconds
while the unit is determining the proper gain level. The rotation should be no more than 10 degrees at a time. You must wait
at least 30 seconds each time the antenna is moved to allow the signal strength to stabilize on your handset. Rotate the
antenna through a full 360 degrees, and note the position where you record the highest constant reading on your handset.
4.
To help find the best direction to aim you Yagi, we have attached a compass
rose
that you can cut out, place over the PVC pipe to mark your rotation
for optimal
signal strength.
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