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Cisco Aironet AIR-ANT2012 Mounting Instructions

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Mounting Instructions for the Cisco Aironet
6.5 dBi Diversity Patch Wall Mount Antenna
May 21, 2001
This document provides instructions for mounting the Cisco Aironet 6.5 dBi Diversity Patch Wall Mount
Antenna (Cisco Aironet part number AIR-ANT2012).
Contents

Installation Guidelines

Because the antenna transmits and receives radio signals, they are susceptible to RF obstructions and
common sources of interference that can reduce throughput and range of the device to which they are
connected. Follow these guidelines to ensure the best possible performance:
Mount the antenna to utilize its propagation characteristics. One way to do this is to orient the
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antenna vertically and mount it as high as possible.
This antenna must be mounted vertically in order to maximize its directional propagation
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characteristics. Mounting it horizontally may noticeably decrease the antenna's range and overall
performance.
Keep the antenna away from metal obstructions such as heating and air-conditioning ducts, large
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ceiling trusses, building superstructures, and major power cabling runs. If necessary, use a rigid
conduit to lower the antenna away from these obstructions.
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Mounting Instructions for the Cisco Aironet 6.5 dBi Diversity Patch Wall Mount Antenna
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Because the antenna transmits and receives radio signals, they are susceptible to RF obstructions and common sources of interference that can reduce throughput and range of the device to which they are connected. Follow these guidelines to ensure the best possible performance: Mount the antenna to utilize its propagation characteristics.

  • Page 2: Installation Notes

    A thick metal wall causes signals to reflect off, causing poor penetration. – A chain link fence or wire mesh spaced between 1 and 1 1/2 in. (2.5 and 3.8 cm) acts as a harmonic reflector that blocks a 2.4-Ghz radio signal.

  • Page 3: Installation Instructions

    • When installing your antenna in any location, do not use a metal ladder. Do dress properly - shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, and a long sleeved shirt or jacket. When drilling mounting holes, wear safety glasses.
  • Page 4 You can also use the mounting template on the next page to mark the holes. Use the portable drill and 3/16 in. (4.7 mm) bit to drill pilot holes at the locations you marked in Step 1. Step 2 Line up the antenna’s mounting holes with the pilot holes and start a Philips head screw into each hole.

  • Page 5: Mounting Template

    Mounting Instructions for the Cisco Aironet 6.5 dBi Diversity Patch Wall Mount Antenna Installation Instructions Mounting Template 6–1/8" Optionally, antenna leads may be positioned upward as required by unit location. Mounting Instructions for the Cisco Aironet 6.5 dBi Diversity Patch Wall Mount Antenna...
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