Mounting Considerations - Furuno FS-5070 Installation Manual

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Grounding
For vessels constructed of conducting materials, run a copper strap of least 50 mm width
between the ground terminal at the base of the antenna coupler and the ship's superstructure.
For vessels constructed of non-conducting materials, the width of the copper strap should be at
least 100 mm.
Solder
For outdoor installation,
apply a coat of paint to prevent rust.
1.2.3

Mounting considerations

Outdoor installation
The wire from the coupler to the antenna radiates radio energy. It should be vertical as much
as possible and routed away from any grounded.
For optimum radio energy, locate the coupler as near to the ground as possible.
The length of the vertical portion of the antenna should be as long as practical.
Indoor Installation
Locate the unit away from GPS receivers, radio equipment, etc. to avoid mutual
interference.
The lead-in wire should be as near to the unit as possible.
Select a place where the unit can be easily maintained, but where it will not interfere with
crew or passengers.
Select a location where the earth connection can be made at the front of the unit.
1-4
Copper strap
0.4 x 50
Ground for metallic hull
Ground plate
(a piece of steel plate)
Braze
Weld to ship's structure

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