Akita Installation Instructions
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Panel Mount
1.
Select the mounting location.
A.
To avoid de-tuning or interference issues, install the antenna as far away as possible from
other devices (minimum 24 inches), including lights, AC units, routers, and other antennas.
B.
Mount the antenna so that it is centered on a wall stud.
2.
Drill 0.3” diameter holes into the wall.
A.
Mark the locations of the holes as shown below.
B.
Use a 0.3” diameter drill bit to drill holes at the marked locations.
3.
Mount the antenna to the wall/panel
A.
Align the mounting holes on the antenna to the wall/panel mounting holes.
B.
Fasten the antenna to the wall using the Qty. 4 ¼-20 screws provided in the kit.
C.
If the wall/panel thickness is 0.35” or greater, please use the appropriate length screws
.
4.
Secure the antenna cables to the wall roughly 6 inches below the antenna to provide strain relief.
Vinyl electrical tape or cable-ties can be used. If using cable-ties outside, make sure to use UV
resistant cable-ties.
A.
Ensure that the antenna cables run vertically at least 8” under the antenna.
B.
Ensure that the cables do
not bend sharply. Do not bend the cables with a radius of 1.25” or
less.
C.
Route the antenna cables adjacent to existing wiring as much as possible.
