Marine Internet Modem (MIM200) Instructions
Version 1 - 2020
3. Installation
Installation Location Considerations
Before beginning the installation of the modem and antennas it is important to consider
where you will mount the hardware. The kit includes coax cables 10m long for the cellular
antennas so determining the positioning is important to ensure everything can connect.
Antenna location
The kit includes two high gain cellular 4G antennas and mounting brackets. Factors
determining where to mount the antennas:
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As high as practicable. On a power boat this is usually a radar arch, sides or top.
Alternatively on the cabin top or sides.
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On a yacht the best place is often the rear bimini frame or arch on either side of the
boat.
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Spaced ideally 1.5m apart
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Not within 1m of a radar
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Not within 0.5m from another antenna (VHF or other)
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Not anywhere the antennas might foul sails or ropes
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Consider the cable run length from antenna mounting location to the modem.
Modem Location
The modem includes an easy to fit mounting bracket to hold the modem securely. The
modem is
not
designed to be installed outside. When determining where to mount the
modem you must consider the height requirement of the modem with both Wi-Fi antennas
connected to the top and bottom of the modem. The modem can be mounting out of sight
if required as there are no lights on the front of the unit. It should be mounted as vertical as
possible to provide the best Wi-Fi performance.
