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Raymarine Satellite TV Antenna Systems
Planning the Installation
Selection of Antenna Installation Site
The antenna should be installed in a place where there is all
round clear view of the horizon. Please be sure there are no
obstacles within 15° above the antenna. Any obstacles can
prevent the antenna from tracking the satellite signal (Refer
to the drawing on the right).
Do not install the antenna near the radar especially on the
same plane. Its energy levels may overload the antenna
front-end circuits. It is recommended to position the antenna
at least 4 feet (1.2m) above or below the level of the radar
and minimum of 15 feet (4.6m) away from the high power
short wave radars.
The mounting platform should be rigid and not subjected
to excessive vibration. The movement of the antenna can
be minimized by installing at the center of the vessel. For
optimal performance of the antenna, it is not recommended
to install at any corner of the vessel, where the movement of
the vessel is the greatest. Install the bottom of the antenna
parallel to the surface of the sea and fix tightly to the
structure of the vessel.
When setting the antenna down, be careful not to damage
the RF connector. Striking the connectors on the bottom
directly will damage the connector.
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15°
Antenna Unit
Figure 07 : Elevation Limit of Obstacles
Obstacle
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