Select A Mounting Location; Mounting The Iridium Edge Pro; 6.7.1 Recommend Tools And Materials - Iridium Edge Pro User Manual

For some installations, a vehicle's fuse may be suitable. In this case, find the location of the fuse
panel and ensure the cable you have is long enough to reach from the panel to the mounting location
of the Iridium Edge Pro device. Iridium recommends consulting the vehicles owner's manual to
determine an appropriate circuit and to ensure that the fuse is adequate for the Iridium Edge Pro.
6.6

Select a Mounting Location

The mounting location is critical to ensure a safe installation and reliable operation. Ensure that the
mounting location has enough space to accommodate the Connector Cover. The Connector Cover
should be used whenever possible, especially for installations that experience strong blowing winds
and rain.
For reliable operation and optimal satellite performance, the installer should consider the following
guidelines:
Make sure that the mounting location provides a clear unobstructed 360-degree view of the
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sky in all directions. Typically, this means selecting a mounting location that is on top of an
asset.
The location must provide a safe and secure installation.
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• The Iridium Edge Pro is not intended to be operated near a person. Always ensure that the
Iridium Edge Pro is mounted more than 20 cm from persons in general public for compliance
with RF exposure limits.
Select a rigid, stable flat surface, with a horizontal mounting location for optimal uniform
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satellite performance. If necessary, use a mounting bracket or other suitable support.
• Do not install the Iridium Edge Pro inside a building or under metal surfaces.
• Make certain that the mounting location will not heat up the Iridium Edge Pro causing its
temperature to exceed the maximum operating temperature. Consider an insulating material
if the mounting surface can get hot.
Never mount the Iridium Edge Pro close to any other communication equipment or antennas.
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• Never install the Iridium Edge Pro in a location where water can collect.
• Never install the Iridium Edge Pro near an exhaust which can deposit fumes and carbon
which can affect satellite operation.
6.7

Mounting the Iridium Edge Pro

The Iridium Edge Pro has four mounting holes designed to accommodate M4 (8-32) fasteners

6.7.1 Recommend Tools and Materials

The following tools and materials, not shipped with the Iridium Edge Pro, are typically required for
installing the Iridium Edge Pro.
• Screwdriver, hex key, socket set, or wrench for M4 (8-32) size fasteners
• 4 x M4 (8-32) stainless steel screws and nuts. The screw length depends on the thickness
of your mounting surface. Round, socket or hex head screws may be used. A wrench will
have to be used for a hex head fastener.
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