Antenna Specialists Constellation On-Glass User manual

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Table of Contents
Pre-Installation Considerations 3
Vehicle Mounting Locations 3
Parts List 4
Installation Tips 5
Location & Glass Preparation 6, 7
Installation of Exterior Base 8-11
Installation of Interior Coupler 12, 13
Cable Routing 14
Trouble Shooting 15
Use & Care 15

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Pre-Installation Considerations
•Important: Professional installation is highly recommended due to the
complexity of electronic components within the vehicle.
•Check parts list. If any shortages call Antenna Specialists Customer
Service 800-321-9977. (See Fig. 1, page 4)
•Integrity of the installation will be compromised if one or more of the
following are present at the planned installation location.
1. Rain X™ or other commercial water repellant.
2. After market window tinting material.
If present, remove material or select a different location before
installing.
•Do not install “On-Glass”®antenna on front windshield.
•Antenna must have an unobstructed view of the roofline, including
clearance of roof racks, etc. (See Fig. 2, page 5)
•Identify location of installation. Verify location using Template, Glass
Curvature Tool and instructions provided. Avoid locations with
extremely curved glass.
•Receiver location cannot be more than 17 feet from antenna.
•Check for cold weather install; the temperature must be at least 60°F.
•Record Serial No., Model No. and Manufacturer’s Code on back
cover (see Fig. 22, pg. 14 for data location)
•Caution: Cable must NOT be cut or altered in any manner as
reception will be adversely affected.
Recommended Vehicle Mounting Locations
Caution: Verify sliding door & hatchback clearance
when mounting on side window pane or rear window.
Car - rear window, hatchback.
Pickup Truck - rear or side window
pane (must be fixed window pane).
SUV - side rear fixed pane or rear
hatch.
Van - rear window hatch or rear side
window.

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Installation Tools Required
Supplied
• Template
• Flange Depressor
• Glass Curvature Tool
Parts List (Supplied)
• Antenna Base
• Coupling Box w/Cable
• Fakra Housings (2)
• Template
• Flange Depressor
• Alcohol Pads (2)
• Instruction Manual
• Silicone Packet
• Glass Curvature Tool
Flange Depressor
Template
Alcohol Pads (2)
Instruction Manual
Fakra
Housings (2)
Green
Yellow
Coupling Box w/Cable
Fig. 1
Not Supplied (highly recommended)
• Masking Tape
• Tie Wraps
• Knife or Blade
• Quarter (25¢ coin)
Base
Mast
Glass Curvature Tool
Silicone Packet
Antenna
Assembly

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Installation Tips •Mount as high on glass as
possible for optimal perfor-
mance.
•Do not install antenna over rear
brake light.
•Following installation and
performance verification, lay
mast flat to window for 48
hours to assure optimum
adherence to glass.
•Do not wash vehicle for 48
hours after installation.
Caution: Adhesive pad
will stick to the glass
instantly and cannot be
removed without having
to replace. Be sure the
positioning is correct
before it touches the
glass.
•Keep antenna at least 6 inches
away from any antenna
mounted nearby.
•Professional installation
recommended. Use supplied
template and materials only!
Caution: Cable must not
be cut or altered in any
manner, as reception
will be affected.
•Do not install if air temperature
is below 60° F.
•Glass Preparation:
1. Verify temperature of glass
is at least 60°F.
2. Clean window area with
supplied alcohol pads
only! Use one pad inside
and one outside.
Windex®or commercial
cleaners should not be used,
as they contain glycols which
leave an oily residue on the
glass.
•Driver visibility should not be
obstructed in any manner.
•Use Glass Curvature Tool
(Fig. 3)
Fig. 2

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Location & Glass Preparation
1. Identify location of installation. Select a location that allows for
interior headliner clearance. Allow for rear window wiper clearance
if present. Using the Glass Curvature Tool, measure for low glass
curvature. (Fig. 3)
2. Glass preparation:
2.a) Rain X®or other water-repellant products must be removed.
For removal, Soft Scrub®Gel cleanser is recommended.
For further information regarding removal, contact Rain-X at
1-800-416-1600.
2.b) Thoroughly clean with provided alcohol pads only
(isopropyl alcohol can be used for rewetting of pads).
2.c) Warm glass using a standard hairdryer. CAUTION: Do not use a
commercially available heat gun or other type of tool.
4. In order for adhesive to properly adhere to exterior surface, the
curvature of the glass must not be too severe for proper installa-
tion. Check for curvature of glass using the tool provided.
•Hold down the dotted side of tool flush against the surface.
•Using a quarter, slide it flush on the glass surface toward the
undotted end of the tool.
If the quarter fits in space underneath the tool, the curvature is too
severe. (Fig. 3)
PRESSAND FIRMLY
HOLD DOWN ON DOT. USE QUARTER TO
ENSURE PROPER
GLASS CURVATURE.
IF COIN FITS
BETWEEN TOOLAND
GLASS, TRYANOTHER
LOCATION.
Fig. 3

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REMOVE CAUTION LABEL
COUPLER
ANTENNA
BASE
PROBE
PROBES MAY NEED TO BE
ADJUSTED IN ORDER TO
MAKE CONTACT WITH GLASS
SURFACE (See No. 4 Below)
4. Verify probes extend beyond adhesive pad surface, as shown.
(Fig. 5)
COUPLER ANTENNA
BASE
PROBES
VERIFY HEIGHTAND ADJUSTAS
NECESSARY USING FLANGE
DEPRESSOR, BEING CAREFUL NOT
TO DAMAGE OR KINK PROBES.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
4. Remove Caution Label from antenna base and coupler to expose
coupling probes, as shown. (Fig. 4)

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Installation of Exterior Base (this must be done first)
1. Glass Preparation: Be sure glass surface is thoroughly clean, see
no. 2 of Location & Glass Preparation instructions on page 6.
2. Template:
•Position exterior template side to exterior window location. Hold in
place using masking tape. CAUTION: Visually check inside vehicle
to be sure there are no obstructions to mount the interior coupler
and cable assembly.
•Assure template is positioned properly. (Fig. 6)
EXTERIOR WINDOW TRIM
Fig. 6
Correct
Position Correct
Position
INCORRECT POSITION INCORRECT POSITION
TOP DEFOGGER WIRE
TOP DEFOGGER
WIRE

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Exterior Window Trim
Fig. 9
Fig. 8
3. Completely fill each of
the 8 holes with
silicone (Fig. 7).
Do not fill slits
between holes.
4. Slowly and carefully,
remove clear plastic
adhesive liner from pad
(Fig. 8).
Caution: Adhesive
pad will stick to glass
instantly and cannot
be removed without
having to replace. Be
sure positioning is
correct before it
touches the glass.
5. Antenna base must be
installed as shown by
inserting it inside the
template perimeter.
(Fig. 9)
6. Adhere antenna base
starting at the top edge
and working downward
as shown. (Fig. 9)
SILICONEADHESIVE
ANTENNA
BASE
Fig. 7

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7. Using both hands, apply firm pressure to the base while raising
the mast to a vertical position as shown. (Fig.10)
8. Apply firm hand pressure over entire top of antenna base surface
for 60 seconds. (Fig. 11)
9. Carefully remove the template from exterior glass. Opposite side
of template will be used for interior coupler installation.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Installation of Exterior Base (continued)

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MAST PIVOT –
USE FLANGE
DEPRESSOR TO
SEALAREAUNDER
MAST PIVOT
SEALPERIMETER
SEAL
PERIMETER
Fig. 12
11. Verify proper adherence to surface by viewing from inside the
vehicle. Observe any air gaps (Fig. 13), and reapply firm hand
pressure over entire surface to minimize this condition. Use of
Flange Depressor is recommended to seal edges.
10. Work the entire perimeter by applying firm pressure to the
flexible seal.
Important: Assure entire perimeter of seal is firmly kneaded
in place using supplied flange depressor (see Fig. 12 )
around all the edges, corners and under mast pivot.
MINIMIZE
AIR
GAPS
Fig. 13
USE FLANGE DEPRESSOR
EDGE TO FURTHER
ENHANCE PERIMETER SEAL.

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Installation of Interior Coupler
1. Glass Preparation: Be sure
glass surface is thoroughly
clean, see no. 2 of Loca-
tion & Glass Preparation
instructions on page 6.
2. Uncoil cable so that the
weight of the cable does
not pull the coupler from
the window during installa-
tion.
3. Position and align template
to exterior base, and
adhere template to window
using masking tape.
(Fig. 15)
4. Remove adhesive liner as
shown. (Fig. 16)
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
EXTERIOR BASEAS VIEWED
FROM INSIDE VEHICLE
VIEW FROM INSIDE VEHICLE WITH
TEMPLATE IN PLACE Caution adhesive pad
will stick to glass
instantly and cannot be
removed without
having to replace.
Assure positioning is
correct before it
touches the glass.
5. Position coupler within
the template and with the
“ ” symbol in the upward
position as shown.
(Fig. 17)

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6. Adhere coupler starting at top
edge and working downward
as shown. (Fig. 18)
Interior Window
Trim
Fig. 18 Fig. 19
7. Apply firm hand pressure to
entire outer surface of
coupler for 60 seconds
minimum. (Fig. 19)
8. Remove template once coupler is firmly in place.
9. Work the entire perimeter by applying firm pressure to the flexible
seal. (Fig. 20) (
Important: Assure entire perimeter of seal is firmly
kneaded in place using supplied flange depressor
(see Fig. 20) around all the edges and corners.
SEALPERIMETER
USE FLANGE DEPRESSOR
EDGE TO FURTHER ENHANCE
PERIMETER SEAL.
SEAL
PERIMETER
Fig. 20

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Route Cable to Tuner/Receiver
Caution: Do not alter the cable or connectors in any
manner. Performance will be compromised.
1. Do not attach plastic Fakra Housing over connector until after the
cable is routed to tuner/receiver. Once in place, these cannot be
removed without damaging the Housing or connectors.
2. Use caution while routing cable through headliner to avoid
damage or snagging of the cable or the pulling off of connectors.
3. Carefully remove the protective cap from connectors after routing
cable. (Fig. 21)
CAREFULLY REMOVE OR
CUTAWAY PROTECTIVE CAP
USING KNIFE OR BLADE
Fig. 21
Note: Sony®“Plug &
Play” receivers do not
require the plastic
Fakra Housings to be
attached for connection
to receiver.
4. Attach Fakra Housings to
appropriate cable connector
bodies as shown. (Fig. 22)
FAKRA
HOUSING -
CURRY
YELLOW (SAT)
FAKRA
HOUSING -
GREEN (TER)
CABLE W/WHITE STRIPE
Satellite Cable Connector (SAT) - Curry Yellow Fakra Housing
Terrestrial Cable Connector (TER) - Green Fakra Housing
Fig. 22
LABEL WITH
MODEL NO.,
SERIAL NO. &
MFG CODE
5. Attach connectors to the tuner/receiver ports.
6. Installation is complete. Enjoy the sounds of XM Satellite Radio!

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Trouble Shooting
“Antenna”
“External Antenna”
“Check Antenna”
“No Signal”
No XM Display or
Does Not Function
Other
• Check Connections
• Check for damage to cable
(flattening or pinching)
• Check Antenna or vehicle; may
not have line of sight to XM
Satellites (move vehicle away from
obstructions such as buildings, etc.)
• Check for vertical antenna position
Check Tuner/Receiver Installation
Manual
Call A/S Technical Support at
1-800-321-9977 or
E-mail: [email protected]
Provide Serial No. found on label at
connector end of cable. (see Fig. 22)
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Check Connections:
• Antenna Cable to tuner/receiver
• Tuner/receiver to radio
PROBLEM OR
ALARM
Use and Care
•Always maintain mast in a vertical position for best performance.
•Automatic Car Wash: To avoid antenna damage, lay mast down
against the glass surface, USING BOTH HANDS FOR
POSITIONING.
•Cold Weather Operation: Use care at and around antenna base
when removing ice/snow from window.
•Remove ice build up from antenna base swivel area before
rotating mast down for car wash or other purpose.
•Be aware of low clearance entries. Lay mast down against glass
(two-handed positioning recommended).
•Do not apply wax or polish to antenna.
•Do not use harsh cleaning agents. Clean antenna using normal
car wash detergents and wet soft cloth only. No Abrasives.
•Do not apply paint to color match vehicle.

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Antenna Specialists an Allen Telecom Company, here after referred to as Antenna
Specialists, warrants, on the terms and conditions hereto set forth, all products manufactured
by it to be free under normal use and service from defects in materials and workmanship for
aperiodof one (1) year from the date of delivery to the first consumer (the “WarrantyPeriod”).
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of the product, at its option, without charge, at an authorizedAntenna Specialists dealer or at
the factory of Antenna Specialists in Cleveland, Ohio, when the product is returned to an
authorized dealer or to the factory with all transportation charges prepaid and examination of
the products shall disclose it to have been defective in the respects aforesaid during the
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repair of the product at its facilities.
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part or parts repaired or replaced byAntenna Specialists hereunder.
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MODEL NO.
SERIAL NO.
MFG. CODE