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5.4.1 Antenna Selection & Location
NOTE: A site survey using test radios is highly recommended.
It is important to ensure that the area surrounding the proposed location of the antenna is clear of objects that may
affect the antenna's performance and efficiency, such as:
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Other Antennas
•
Trees
•
Powerlines
It is also vital that you ensure the support structure and mounting arrangement is adequate to support the antenna
under all anticipated environmental conditions.
NOTE: The choice of appropriate mounting hardware is also important for both minimizing corrosion and
maintaining site intermodulation performance.
Most installations with ranges under 1,000 feet require only the standard equipped rubber antennas as shown in
Figure 4-3. Distances up to 2 miles may be achieved by equipping the TXP-WTA Sensor Transmitter with a YAGI
directional antenna aimed toward a mast mounted fiberglass omnidirectional antenna at the controller and/or
wireless relay base station.
NOTE: Always minimize obstructions between the TXP-WTA Sensor Transmitter and the controller or wireless relay
base station antenna.
5.4.2 System Grounding
Direct grounding of the TXP-WTA Sensor Transmitter enclosure via a good electrical connection to a well-designed
grounding system is essential. This will protect your system, reduce the damage that can occur during lightning
strikes and reduce noise.
REV – 1.3
Figure 5-3 – Local Antennas
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