F .
Route and Connect Coaxial Cables
Plan the cable routing to take into account the minimum bend radius for the cable type used. The cable should
be routed to avoid running parallel to existing wiring or fouling any moving controls or components. Fit connector
to suit both the equipment and cable to type and consider securing to avoid coming lose in service.
G.
Test and Commission
The comms antenna elements are d.c. grounded and will present a short circuit. In order to test this antenna
disconnect the comms cable from antenna, the connector body to centre pin (on the cable) should measure
open circuit. Reconnect the comms cable to antenna and the connector body to centre pin (on the cable) should
measure short circuit. With the GPS cable connected to the GPS antenna port the connector body to centre pin
should measure high resistance. It is recommended to carry out a VSWR check, this should measure <2.5:1.
H.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The antenna should not be cleaned with or exposed to strong base or solvent cleaners. The antenna should not
be exposed to excessive oil and grease. Once installed it is not recommended to remove or re-fit the antenna.
The antenna should be checked periodically for signs of damage.
I.
Notices
European Waste Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
Please ensure that your old Waste Electricals and Electronics are recycled do not throw them
away into standard waste.
R&TTE: DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications
terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Compliance is declared ac-
cording to: EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 – Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters
(ERM); Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1:
Common technical requirements - Referencing EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1 and EN 300 440-1
V1.6.1 (2010-08) – Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); short
range devices; radio equipment to be used in the 1GHz to 40GHz frequency range; Part 1:
Technical characteristics and Test methods in accordance with EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1 (2010-
8) - Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); short range devices; radio
equipment to be used in the 1GHz to 40GHz frequency range; Part 2: Harmonised EN covering
the essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
Low Voltage Directive: Directive 2006/95/EC (Electrical Equipment designed for use within
certain voltage limits) of August 2007. Compliance is declared according to:
EN60950-1: Safety of information technology equipment – according to test specification EN
60950-1:2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010 +A12:2011.
Waiver: This document represents information compiled to the best of our present knowledge. It is not intended to as a representation or warranty of fitness of the
products described for any particular purpose. This document details guidelines for general information purposes only. Always seek specialist advice when planning
installations and ensure that antennas are always installed by a properly qualified installer in compliance with local laws and regulations.
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