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Parsec Antennas Dalmatian Installation Instructions Manual

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Dalmatian
Installation Instructions

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Required Tools & Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Router Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Power Strip Installation (Dalmatian-L only) .................................................................................................................................... 7
Connection: ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Final Assembly ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Operational Setup ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Pole Mount Setup ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Optional: Additional Pole Mount/Wall Mount Setup (PTA1002) ........................................................................................... 26
Optional: Additional Wall Mount Setup (PTA1001) ...................................................................................................................... 33

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Dalmatian Installation Instructions Table of Contents Required Tools & Accessories ................................2 Router Installation ....................................... 3 Power Strip Installation (Dalmatian-L only) ............................ 7 Connection: ........................................11 Final Assembly ......................................16 Operational Setup ..................................... 21 Pole Mount Setup ...................................... 24 Optional: Additional Pole Mount/Wall Mount Setup (PTA1002) ................... 26...

  • Page 2: Required Tools & Accessories

    Required Tools & Accessories The following tools (not provided) are required in for the installation of the Dalmatian case antenna: Philips Screwdriver • 11/32” Wrench • The tables below list the required accessories for the Bloodhound case antenna. Dalmatian-L • PTA0972 Keys for the Dalmatian, 2 pcs •...

  • Page 3: Router Installation

    1) Unscrewing the Fan on the left side of the case by twisting the fan and holding the vent from the outside, as shown in Figures 3-4. Figures 3-4: Removing the fan from the Dalmatian Dalmatian Installation Instructions Page 3 of 36...
  • Page 4 2) Unscrewing the 11 PTA0399-TL screws, as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5: Removing the router plate from the Dalmatian Mount the router using the four screws provided with the W1855 router by installing the screws through the holes provided in the router plate, as shown in Figures 6-7.
  • Page 5 III. Reinstall the router plate, as shown in Figures 8-9: Figures 8-9: Reinstalling the router plate in the Dalmatian C. For the Nextivity SHIELD MegaFi Router: Mount the router using the four PTA0059-TL Screws and PTA0164 Washers, as shown in Figure...
  • Page 6 D. For the Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G Router: Mount the router using the four PTA0399-TL Screws, as shown in Figure 11: Figure 11: Peplink MAX BR1 Pro Router Installation Dalmatian Installation Instructions Page 6 of 36...

  • Page 7: Power Strip Installation (Dalmatian-L Only)

    Hold the Cable Gland from the outside, as shown in Figure 13, and unscrew the nut from the inside, as shown in Figure 14: (For Dalmatians purchased after 07/01/24, please skip this Step and continue to B-II) Figures 13-14: Removing the Cable Gland from the Dalmatian Dalmatian Installation Instructions Page 7 of 36...
  • Page 8 Pass the Power Strip cable through the Nut, as shown in Figure 15, then feed the cable through the hole for the cable gland in the Dalmatian, as shown in Figure 16: Figures 15-16: Feeding cable through the Cable Gland nut and Dalmatian III.
  • Page 9 4) Install the two sections of the cable gland on the grommet and cable, ensuring that the slots on the cable gland line up with the grommet, as shown in Figures 21-22: Figures 21-22: Installing the cable gland on the grommet and cable Dalmatian Installation Instructions Page 9 of 36...
  • Page 10 5) Feed the gasket onto the cable gland, as shown in Figure 23: Figure 23: Installing the gasket on the cable gland 6) Secure the cable gland with the nut, as shown in Figures 24-25: Figures 24-25: Securing the cable gland with the nut Dalmatian Installation Instructions Page 10 of 36...

  • Page 11: Connection

    Connection: Figure 26: Connection Diagram for the Dalmatian Dalmatian Installation Instructions Page 11 of 36...
  • Page 12 Step 1: Connect the antenna cables to the router. A. Use canned air or isopropyl alcohol to clean all the connectors to ensure that there is no dust in the terminals. B. Connect the antenna cables to the designated terminals on the router, as shown in the tables and images below.
  • Page 13 WIFI 2 WIFI 1 CELL 3 CELL 4 CELL 2 CELL 1 Power Supply Figure 27: Cradlepoint R1900 Connections CELL 3 CELL 4 CELL 1 CELL 2 Figure 28: Cradlepoint W1855 Connections...
  • Page 14 Wi-Fi 1 Wi-Fi 2 CELL 1 Band 14 CELL 2 Power Supply Figure 29: Nextivity SHIELD MegaFi Connections Figure 30: Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G Connections...
  • Page 15 A. Connect the router power supply to the power supply port on the router. B. Plug the power supply into the Power Strip. Step 3: Connect the fan to the Power Strip (Dalmatian L only). A. Plug the fan into the Power Strip.

  • Page 16: Final Assembly

    B. Use cable ties or other wire management to neatly bundle the cables as shown below. Note: Ensure that the antenna cables are not excessively bent (1/2” minimum bend radius). Figure 31: Fully Connected 15:1 Dalmatian L with Cradlepoint R1900 Router...
  • Page 17 Figure 33: Fully Connected 15:1 Dalmatian L with Nextivity SHEILD MegaFi Router...
  • Page 18 Figure 34: Fully Connected 15:1 Dalmatian L with Peplink MAX BR1 PRO 5G Router...
  • Page 19 Step 2: Fasten the lid to the enclosure. A. Close the lid for the enclosure. B. Fasten the lid to the enclosure using the six PTA0963 screws + PTA0964 washers provided in the kit, as shown in Figure 35. Figure 35: Fasten the lid to the enclosure...
  • Page 20 Step 3: Lock the lid to the enclosure. A. Close the lid for the enclosure. B. Lock the lid to the enclosure using the PTA0972 Dalmatian Keys provided in the kit, as shown in Figure 36. Figure 36: Lock the lid to the enclosure...

  • Page 21: Operational Setup

    Operational Setup Step 1: Power on the antenna. A. Connect the power cable to a power outlet and confirm the router has turned on. Step 2: Connect the router to a computer. A. Use an ethernet cable to connect a computer to one of the LAN ports on the router. Step 3: Login to Cradlepoint NetCloud.
  • Page 22 Step 4: Select the antenna in the device list on Cradlepoint NetCloud. A. On the left side of the page, select STATUS. From the dropdown menu, select INTERNET and then CONNECTIONS. B. In the Device List table, select the option with a cellular SIM, as shown in Figure 39. Figure 39: Select the device with a cellular SIM in Cradlepoint NetCloud.
  • Page 23 For best antenna performance, operate the antenna with the lid closed and the case oriented with the cable glands on the bottom.

  • Page 24: Pole Mount Setup

    Pole Mount Setup Select the mounting location. 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. B. A clear line of sight to the nearest cell tower is recommended for best performance. C.
  • Page 25 3. Guide the provided hose clamps through the slots in the pole mount brackets and around the pole, as shown below. Tighten the hose clamps around the pole.

  • Page 26: Optional: Additional Pole Mount/Wall Mount Setup (Pta1002)

    Optional: Additional Pole Mount/Wall Mount Setup (PTA1002) The PTA1002 Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Assembly is designed to be used with: A. Poles with a diameter larger than 3.5” I. The gear clamp is not provided and must be purchased separately. II. The gear clamp must be chosen based on the diameter of the pole. B.
  • Page 27 4. For the Wall Mount Concrete/Brick Walls (Walls that are not DryWall) : A. Drill twelve 0.25” diameter holes into the wall. Mark the locations of the holes as shown below. Use a 1/4” diameter drill bit to drill holes at the marked locations.
  • Page 28 B. Install the provided wall anchors into the wall. Insert the wall anchors into the holes. Ensure that the anchors are fully inserted. C. Install the PTA0994 Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Assembly into the wall using the twelve screws as shown...
  • Page 29 D. Slide the Dalmatian into the bracket by aligning the Brackets and then use the four PTA0423 Screws and four PTA0960 lock washers to secure the brackets together, as shown below:...
  • Page 31 Tighten the hose clamps around the pole. B. Slide the Dalmatian into the bracket by aligning the Brackets and then use the four PTA0423 Screws and four PTA0960 lock washers to secure the brackets together, as shown below:...

  • Page 33: Optional: Additional Wall Mount Setup (Pta1001)

    Optional: Additional Wall Mount Setup (PTA1001) The PTA1001 Wall Mount Bracket Assembly is designed to be used with walls that have drywall and studs. A. Drill twelve 0.25” diameter holes into the wall. Mark the locations of the holes as shown below. Use a 1/4”...
  • Page 34 C. Install the PTA0992 Wall Mount Bracket onto the back of the enclosure using the eight PTA0423 screws, the eight PTA0966 washers, and the eight PTA0960 lock washers provided in the kit. Use Loctite or red thread locker on the screw threads prior to screwing into the back of the enclosure.
  • Page 35 E. Install the enclosure with the PTa0922 Wall Mount Bracket into the wall using the eight screws as shown:...
  • Page 37 CAUTION To comply with FOC RF Exposure requirements in section 1.1310 of the FCC Rules, antennas used with this device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons to satisfy RF exposure compliance. DO NOT Operate the transmitter when someone is within 24 inches of the antenna Install the antenna or mast assembly on a windy day...

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