Campbell 38485 Product Manual

Campbell 38485 Product Manual

4g/3g 9 dbi mimo cellular antenna

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05/2021
Copyright © 2021
Campbell Scientific, Inc.

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  • Page 1 05/2021 Copyright © 2021 Campbell Scientific, Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1. Introduction 2. Specifications 3. Precautions 4. Siting 5. Installation 6. Surge protector kit (optional) 6.1 Surge protector enclosure installation 6.2 Outdoor surge protector installation 6.3 Troubleshooting the surge protector Table of contents - i...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. Introduction The 38485 antenna is a wideband, dual-port, directional-panel antenna with slant 45 polarization that covers US LTE700/Cellular/PCS/AWS/MDS and global GSM900/GSM1800/UMTS/LTE2600 bands. The antenna is designed for fixed installations and is ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. It includes a UV-stable enclosure that provides years of use without degradation to either mechanical properties or aesthetics.
  • Page 4: Precautions

    3. Precautions Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to install and use this product. The 38485 and all associated equipment should be installed in accordance with applicable local and national electrical code guidelines to ensure safe operation. 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 5: Siting

    4. Siting For best results, mount the 38485 facing towards the center of the coverage area with a clear line-of-sight path between the antenna and active floor. Avoid mounting next to a column or vertical support that could create a shadow zone and reduce coverage. A clearance of 0.91 m (3 ft) around the antenna is recommended.
  • Page 6 3. Use the hose clamps to secure the antenna to the mast or pole. FIGURE 5-2. 38485 mounted on a tower Wall mounting: FIGURE 5-3. Wall mounting bracket: drilling dimensions and orientation 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 7: Surge Protector Kit (Optional)

    Surge protector flange mounting bracket and hardware for securing the polyphaser protector to an enclosure backplate Campbell Scientific surge protector kits protect RF equipment by equalizing the potential difference between the center pin of the coax cable and its shield. The kits include a capacitive- coupled gas tube protector with multi-strike capability.
  • Page 8: Surge Protector Enclosure Installation

    1. Use grommet and screw to secure the bracket to the enclosure backplate. 2. Place the O-ring on a connector of the Polyphaser protector. 3. Insert that connector through the large hole in the bracket. 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 9: Outdoor Surge Protector Installation

    6. Connect cables to the Polyphaser protector, cell modem, and antenna. 6.2 Outdoor surge protector installation Required equipment: Roll of self-vulcanizing tape (cold shrink tape), 25 mm x 3 m (1 inch x 10 feet) Scissors or tool for cutting the tape 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 10 1.1:1 SWR range, which meets the protector SWR specification. 4. Place the washer, ground lug ring, and nut on a Polyphaser protector connector. 5. Connect cables to the Polyphaser protector. 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 11 7. Wrap both connectors a second time, contiguous with the surge protector, from end to end. 8. Extend the ground wire from the wrapping parallel to an antenna cable. 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting The Surge Protector

    2. Connect the Polyphaser protector to the SWR meter. 3. Measure the SWR with the SWR meter. If the SWR value is greater than 2.5:1, replace the surge protector to avoid antenna damage. 38485 4G/3G 9 dBi MIMO Cellular Antenna...
  • Page 13 See Product Details on the Ordering Information pages at www.campbellsci.com . Other manufacturer's products, that are resold by Campbell Scientific, are warranted only to the limits extended by the original manufacturer. Refer to www.campbellsci.com/terms#warranty for more information.
  • Page 14 To obtain a Returned Materials Authorization or Repair Reference number, contact your CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC regional office. Please write the issued number clearly on the outside of the shipping container and ship as directed. For all returns, the customer must provide a “Statement of Product Cleanliness and Decontamination”...
  • Page 15 Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F), solder directly to the cell, incinerate, or expose contents to water. Dispose of spent batteries properly. WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR...
  • Page 16 Campbell Scientific regional offices Australia France Thailand Location: Garbutt, QLD Australia Location: Vincennes, France Location: Bangkok, Thailand Phone: 61.7.4401.7700 Phone: 0033.0.1.56.45.15.20 Phone: 66.2.719.3399 Email: info@campbellsci.com.au Email: info@campbellsci.fr Email: info@campbellsci.asia Website: www.campbellsci.com.au Website: www.campbellsci.fr Website: www.campbellsci.asia Brazil Germany Location: São Paulo, SP Brazil...

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