Manual Version:5PW100-20120627
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Keep the antenna away from metal obstructions such as heating and air-conditioning ducts.
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The density of the wall materials determines the number of walls signals can pass through and still
ensure data communication. Consider the following before choosing the location to install the
antenna:
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Signals can penetrate vinyl and paper walls with little affect to signal strength.
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Signals can penetrate one or two solid or pre-cast concrete walls with signal strength not
degraded.
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Signals can penetrate three or four concrete walls with signal strength not degraded.
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Signals can penetrate five or six wood walls with signal strength not degraded.
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Signals cannot penetrate a metal wall even if the metal covering is very thin.
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Signals cannot penetrate a wire mesh spaced between 2 and 3 cm (0.79 and 1.18 in).
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Keep the antenna away from microwave ovens and 2-GHz wireless phones, because they operate
in the same frequency range as the device to which your antenna is connected and can cause
signal interference.
Choosing a mounting location
To achieve best possible performance, install the antenna as high as possible, such as building top,
mountain top, and tower top. In addition, mount the antenna clear of any metal obstructions to the sides
of the radiating element, and use a cable as short as possible to connect the antenna and AP.
Mounting the antenna
You can mount the ANT-2011P patch antenna on a mast. The installation accessories are provided
(installation tools are user supplied). If you intend to mount your antenna on another surface, you must
provide the appropriate installation accessories.
Tools and accessories required
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One mounting kit provided with the antenna:
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One antenna bracket
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Four sets of M8 screws, 8 mm (0.32 in) diameter flat washers and 8 mm (0.32 in) diameter
spring washers
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One bolt with three M6 nuts
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Two mast-mount clamps
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Two long bolts with nuts
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User-supplied tool:
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One adjustable wrench
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One mast with a diameter of 40 to 70 mm (1.57 to 2.76 in)
Mounting the antenna on a mast
1.
Remove the bolt (callout 3 in
) from the antenna bracket (callout 2 in
). Use the four
M8 nuts, four flat washers, and four spring washers to attach the removed antenna bracket to the
antenna. See callout 1 in
.
