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DOBERMAN
Installation Instructions
Required Tools & Accessories
Hammer / Rubber Mallet
Drill and 0.1 IN Drill Bit
Phillips Screwdriver
1 IN Hole Saw
SMA Wrench
Mounting Instructions
Antenna Mounting Location Directions
When selecting the location of an antenna, consider the following factors:
1.
Conductive Panel – The ground plane is a part of the antenna. If
no ground plane/metal surface is used, the antenna may
radiate in undesirable locations and may also result in bad
return loss and poor efficiency.
Parsec suggests using a 20" x 20" ground plane for all our
mobile antennas (PTA0587) for best performance. If this much
space is not available, use a ground plane/metal surface large enough such that it is at least 5
inches from each side of the antenna.
2. Antenna Directionality – the direction of the signal is limited
by the directionality of the antenna.
Omni-directional antennas provide a 360-degree horizontal
radiation pattern, allowing for coverage in all directions
horizontally with varying degrees of vertical coverage.
When selecting the location of an omni-directional antenna,
ensure that the antenna can be mounted in the proper
orientation relative to the horizontal plane.
3. Signal Path Loss – signal strength is greatly affected by the
materials that the signal passes through.
Severe signal loss can be caused by concrete and brick walls. Metals can absorb and/or reflect the
signal, affecting the signal path. For best antenna performance, select an antenna location with
minimal obstructions between the antenna and the signal source(s).
4. Reflection & Diffraction – the signal will bounce off certain materials and bend around obstacles.
For best antenna performance, the antenna should be installed in a location where the signal path
is not interfered by materials like Low E glass, Metal, Tinted glass, etc., that reflect RF Energy.
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- Page 1 DOBERMAN Installation Instructions Required Tools & Accessories Hammer / Rubber Mallet Drill and 0.1 IN Drill Bit Phillips Screwdriver 1 IN Hole Saw SMA Wrench Mounting Instructions Antenna Mounting Location Directions When selecting the location of an antenna, consider the following factors: Conductive Panel –...
- Page 2 5. Interference – electrical devices and appliances interfere with the antenna’s signal. Electrical devices and appliances, such as refrigerators, microwaves, AC units, and cameras, can cause electromagnetic interference with the antenna signal. Select a location that is as far as possible from electrical devices and appliances and minimizes the amount of such devices between the antenna and the signal source(s).
- Page 3 Roof Mounting Instructions Preparing the Hole After selecting the location to mount the Antenna, mask the mounting location to avoid paint damage. Mark the hole center with ink or scribed cross hairs. 2. Use a center punch to make a dimple on the marked location to avoid drill bits from walking across the sheet metal.
- Page 4 Magnetic Mount Instructions Select the mounting location. A. A horizontal, ferrous metallic surface is required for mounting the antenna. Check that the magnetic mount base has sufficient magnetic attraction to the mounting surface. B. To avoid de-tuning or interference issues, install the antenna as far away as possible from other electrical devices (minimum 24 inches), including light bars, AC units, fans, cameras, routers, and...
- Page 5 Pole Mounting Instructions Mounting the Pole Mount Bracket on the Pole Select the mounting location on a vertical pole. A. To avoid de-tuning or interference issues, install the antenna as far away as possible from other devices (minimum 24 inches), including lights, AC units, routers, and other antennas.
- Page 6 Cable Connection Instructions Use a canned air and/ or isopropyl alcohol to clean all the connectors to ensure that there Is no dust in the terminals. 2. Connect the antenna cables to the router. Use the table below for reference; different routers may have different terminal names.
- Page 7 This document gives detailed instructions to install an antenna to the best of our knowledge. This document is for general information only. It cannot be used for a warranty. Parsec Technologies Inc. will not accept any liability for any damage caused by an antenna due to unknown variables.
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