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HUSKY
Installation Instructions
Required Tools & Accessories
Hammer / Rubber Mallet
Drill and 0.1 IN Drill Bit
Phillips Screwdriver
1.5 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 with by materials like Low E glass, Metal, Tinted glass, etc., that reflect RF Energy.
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- Page 1 HUSKY Installation Instructions Required Tools & Accessories Hammer / Rubber Mallet Drill and 0.1 IN Drill Bit Phillips Screwdriver 1.5 IN Hole Saw SMA Wrench Mounting Instructions Antenna Mounting Location Directions When selecting the location of an antenna, consider the following factors: Conductive Panel –...
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Page 2: Hardware Accessories
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: Mounting The Antenna
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 a mounting location. The magnetic mount can be placed on ferromagnetic surfaces, such as iron, steel, and nickel. The antenna should be as far away as possible (at least 18”) from other roof- mounted devices such as light bars and other antennas to avoid de-tuning or interference issues. 2.
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Page 5: Pole Mounting Instructions
Pole Mounting Instructions Installing the Pole Mount Bracket Note: Make sure there are no metal obstructions above the antenna. Mount the antenna at the top of the pole for best performance. Select a mounting location on a pole with a diameter between 1.5” and 2.5”. Ensure that the pole is vertical, stable, and rigid. -
Page 6: Routing The Cables
Routing the Cables Route the cables from the antenna to the router, maintaining a minimum bend radius of 1.5.” Avoid sharp bends. Run the cables adjacent to existing wiring. 2. Clamp the cables to the mast at about 3 inches away from the bracket. - Page 7 Installing Multiple Antennas Multiple Antenna Pole Mounting Make sure the two antennas are mounted 18-24in apart on the pole. Properly secure the cables to the mast. Cable Connections for Multiple Antenna S. No Cable From Antenna Connector on Router CELL 1 MAIN0 CELL 2 AUX0...
- Page 8 Multiple Husky Antennas Mounted...
- Page 9 Commission and Testing Check each coaxial cable connector and confirm that it cannot be easily loosened. Visually inspect the coaxial cables to ensure that they are not sharply bent and are sufficiently secured and supported between the antenna and the router. Use a cellular device’s built-in diagnostics to confirm the RSSI is higher than -75dB.
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