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2.
Keep the antenna away from metal obstructions such as heating and air-conditioning ducts.
3.
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).
4.
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.
Installing the antenna
You install the ANT-5011P-M3 antenna on a mast. Installation accessories for mounting the antenna on
a mast are provided (installation tools are user provided). If you intend to install your antenna on another
surface, you must provide the appropriate installation accessories.
Tools and accessories required
Provided with the antenna:
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JM-TB mounting kit consisting of an L-mounting bracket, mast-mount clamp, and U-bolt.
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Four M4 nuts
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Four 4 mm (0.16 in) diameter flat washers
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Four 4 mm (0.16 in) diameter spring washers
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Two M6 hex nuts
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Two 6 mm (0.24 in) diameter flat washers
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Two 6 mm (0.24 in) diameter spring washers
User-supplied:
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One adjustable wrench
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One 40 to 50 mm (1.57 to 1.97 in) diameter mast
Mounting the antenna on a mast
shows how the antenna should be mounted on a mast.
