Orolia 8230 User manual

Model 8230/8230AJ Outdoor GPS/GNSS Antenna
Installation Guide
Model 8230AJ
(with ANT-KT mount)
Orolia offers model 8230 for certain products with embedded GPS/GNSS receivers. Model 8230AJ also includes horizon-
blocking anti-jam technology. Each antenna is shipped with an L-bracket and clamps for affixing the antenna to an
appropriate structure. Various accessories are offered to facilitate installation of the antenna.
NOTE: A rugged antenna mount, post mounting kit, weather-proofing kit and free-standing base are sold separately.
Contact Orolia for details and to order these accessories for your antenna.
Model 8230 and 8230AJ are active GPS/GNSS antennas covering the following bands:
xGPS L1
xGLONASS L1
xBeiDou B1
xGalileo E1, and
xQZSS L1.
The active antenna circuitry provides 40dB of gain and requires 2.5 to 16V DC at 21
milliamps (provided by a Orolia receiver over the antenna cable) to operate.
Specifications Summary
8230 Antenna 8230AJ Antenna
ActiveType
Frequency1559 to 1606 MHz
Temp Range -40 to +85°C
Gain
Connector
Diameter
40dB
N type, female
66.5 mm dia. x 47.5
Weight mm H (2.62” x 1.87”) 150 g(5.3 oz)
Active
1559 to 1606 MHz
-40 to +85°C
40dB
N type, female
100 mm dia. x 101.5 mm H
(3.9” x 4”)
370 g(13 oz)
Installing the Antenna
is installed somewhere that it will not be buried in loose or drifting snow, or obstructed
by growing foliage. Whenever possible, avoid placing the GPS/GNSS antenna in close
proximity to broadcast antennas. See Orolia's Technical Note for detailed information on
antenna installation.
When using the included L-bracket, remove the
double panel nuts, insert the connector end into
the 19 mm (0.75”) through hole and replace
and tighten the nuts. Connect the L-bracket to a
post, pole, vent pipe, or other suitable location
via hose clamps. Then connect the antenna to
the antenna cable via type N connectors. In wet
weather locations, it is recommended to wrap
the connection in weather-proofing tape. Orolia
offers a weather-proofing kit for this purpose.
A rugged antenna mount is available
separately as model ANT-KT (see picture on
the left). It is designed to mount to a vertical
or horizontal pipe, or to a flat surface.
Model 8230
The GPS/GNSS antenna must be installed outdoors with an unobstructed view of the sky (to 20° elevation from the
horizon). An unobstructed line of sight to the sky allows the antenna to locate and track the maximum number of satellites
throughout the day. Installations with obstructed views may still prove functional, but the equipment may experience
reduced reception quality or be unable to simultaneously track the maximum number of satellites. Make sure the antenna

Antenna Cable and Accessories
When using a Model 8230 or 8230AJ GNSS outdoor antenna, Orolia recommends using low loss type cable for the
antenna cable such as LMR-400 (or equivalent). To simplify the installation process, Spectracom offers cable
assemblies terminated with Type N Male connectors. Standard lengths are 25, 50, 100, 150 and 200 feet.
If the antenna cable is purchased locally, select coax suitable for outdoor use. A surge protection device in the antenna
line is recommended to protect the GPS/GNSS receiver and connected devices from lightning damage. Orolia offers
Surge Suppressors to shunt potentially damaging voltages on the antenna coax to ground.
Cable Length
With low loss LMR 400 equivalent antenna cable, the maximum recommended antenna cable length is 125 meters or 400
feet. Installations requiring longer distances can be achieved with an inline amplifier. See Orolia's Technical Note for
detailed information on cables and allowable cable lengths.
Included L-Bracket Dimensions
8230 Antenna dimensions
Model 8230/8230AJ Outdoor GPS Antenna Installation Guide

Model 8230/8230AJ Outdoor GPS Antenna Installation Guide
Specifications subject to change or improvement without
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Document Revision History
Rev ECN Description Date
A 3243 Document created September 2013
2 775 Specification update; addition of antenna dimensions February 2016
3 1560 Bracket update; addition of 8230AJ February 2018
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