Installation Instructions
SW3-205 - v2
1. Introduction
The B4BE-6-60 / LPB-6-60 antennas cover 2G/3G/4G and 5G frequencies (617-960/1710-6000MHz). The LPB-6-60 type is intended for mounting on a metal
panel; the B4BE[E] type is supplied with a wall / mast mount bracket, but can also be mounted on a metal panel without the bracket if required, in which case,
install as per LPB type.
The B4BE-6-60 / LPB-6-60 antennas are supplied with an integral CS29 low loss cable and the B4BEE-6-60 is supplied fitted with RG174 coaxial cable. All
three products are available with a variety of cable lengths and co-axial connectors.
2. Mounting requirements and selecting location
Bracket Mounting for B4BE[E]-6-60:
Select a suitable mounting location for the antenna. The orientation of the antenna should be vertical with the cable
exiting downwards. When selecting a mounting location care should be taken to ensure that at least 300mm (12”) of separation is maintained between the
antenna and nearby metal objects and surfaces. When mounting the antenna to a metal housing, device enclosure or mast, care should be taken to ensure
that the antenna housing is elevated above the metal surface to which it is mounted. Ensure that the selected location will enable the coaxial cable to be
easily routed to the equipment. When mounting the bracket using screws, it is important to check for any wiring or components behind the panel.
NOTE:
The supplied bracket provides a tuned counterpoise for the antenna - use of a a different bracket may adversely affect performance.
Panel Mounting for LPB-6-60
: The antenna must be fitted to a conductive ground plane of adequate size. It will fit panels of between 1-12mm thick
(0.04-0.47”). The recommended minimum diameter of the surface is 200mm (8”). Select a mounting location taking care to ensure that there is at least
300mm (12”) of clearance from proximate metal objects. Ensure that there is adequate clearance under the mounting panel and measure to check for central
positioning if necessary.
3. Antenna Mounting
Bracket Mounting for B4BE[E]-6-60:
Check that you have the required mounting hardware and equipment available. The antenna can be bracket mounted
via the supplied fixing holes (suitable for machine screws or self-tapping screws) or mast mounted using a suitable jubilee or worm drive hose clip. If drilling
holes to mount the antenna the bracket can be used as a drilling template. For a more permanent fitment to the bracket, the adhesive pad can be used -
ensure that the bracket surface is clean and dry, remove the protective paper and stick the antenna to the bracket. Secure the antenna to the bracket using
the supplied nut and washer and tighten to 4Nm
Panel Mounting for LPB-6-60:
Mask the panel area around the hole position to protect the surface / paintwork. Drill a pilot hole, then increase the hole size
to 12mm (1/2”), ensuring that the drill / cutter bit does not hit any objects under the panel. Clean the area around the hole carefully removing all burrs and
swarf. Remove any paint and primer from underneath the panel surface to ensure low resistance electrical contact using washer and nut.
Remove the nut and washer, then the protective paper from the adhesive pad on the underside of the antenna and feed the coaxial cable through the panel.
Position the antenna over the mounting hole and stick it to the panel applying firm pressure. Assemble the nut and washer from under the panel and tighten
to 4Nm.
4. Routing and Terminating Coaxial Cable(s)
Route the coaxial cables to the radio equipment, taking care to avoid running them adjacent to any existing wiring or fouling any moving components. Be
careful to observe the cable bend radius of 25mm (1”) for the B4BE/LPB and 12mm (1/2”) for the B4BEE.
B4BE[E]-6-60 Bracket Mount Antenna /
LPB-6-60 Panel Mount Antenna
