Parsec Antennas AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD User manual

Australian Shepherd Installation Instructions
Required Tools & Accessories
Drill and 0.1 IN Drill Bit
Phillips Screwdriver
1.5 IN Hole Saw
SMA Wrench
Mounting Instructions
Antenna Mounting Location Directions
When selecting the location of an antenna, consider the following factors:
1. Conductive Panel –The ground plane is a part of the antenna. If
no ground plane/metal surface is used, the antenna may
radiate in undesirable locations and may also result in bad
return loss and poor efficiency.
Parsec suggests using a 20” x 20” ground plane for all our
mobile antennas (PTA0587) for best performance. If this much
space is not available, use a ground plane/metal surface large enough such that it is at least 5
inches from each side of the antenna.
2. Antenna Directionality –the direction of the signal is limited
by the directionality of the antenna.
Omni-directional antennas provide a 360-degree horizontal
radiation pattern, allowing for coverage in all directions
horizontally with varying degrees of vertical coverage.
When selecting the location of an omni-directional antenna,
ensure that the antenna can be mounted in the proper
orientation relative to the horizontal plane.
3. Signal Path Loss –signal strength is greatly affected by the
materials that the signal passes through.
Severe signal loss can be caused by concrete and brick walls. Metals can absorb and/or reflect the
signal, affecting the signal path. For best antenna performance, select an antenna location with
minimal obstructions between the antenna and the signal source(s).
4. Reflection & Diffraction –the signal will bounce off certain materials and bend around obstacles.
For best antenna performance, the antenna should be installed in a location where the signal path
is not interfered with by materials like Low E glass, Metal, Tinted glass, etc., that reflect RF Energy.
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Australian Shepherd Installation Instructions
5. Interference –electrical devices and appliances interfere
with the antenna’s signal.
Electrical devices and appliances, such as refrigerators,
microwaves, AC units, and cameras, can cause
electromagnetic interference with the antenna signal.
Select a location that is as far as possible from electrical
devices and appliances and minimizes the amount of such
devices between the antenna and the signal source(s). For
best antenna performance, install antennas as far away as
possible from each other and other devices. In general,
separate antennas by at least 24 inches (61 cm).
6. Cable Loss –signal strength is lost as RF waves travel
through cables.
The longer the cable, the more electrical energy is lost as heat and the higher the signal loss.
Therefore, it is best to select a location for the antenna that allows the cables to be as short as
possible and still reach the router.
The size of the cable also affects cable loss; coaxial cables with higher center conductor diameters
have less cable loss compared to thinner coaxial cables.
It is critical to avoid bending coaxial cables sharply to avoid shearing of the Aluminum foil shield,
which can result in a significant or complete loss of antenna functionality.
Coaxial cables should not be bent sharply; they have a minimum bend radius which varies
depending on the size of cable.
Hardware Accessories
Accessory
Part Number
Pole Mount Bracket
PTA0638
Customizable Pole Mount Bracket
PTA0640
Roof Mount Bracket Assembly with L Bracket
PTA0641
Magnetic Boot Mount –Black
PTA0329
Replacement Rooftop Gasket
PTA0592
Rooftop Gasket –Curved Roofs
PTA0766
Hardware Kit for 1.5” Shaft – Nut/Washer
PTA0761
1.5” Star Washer
PTA0257
Ground Plane with Adhesive Back, 20 in x 20 in, Can Be Cut to Size
PTA0587
Lightning Arrestor –SMA(F) to SMA(F)
PTA0476
Lightning Arrestor –N(F) to N(M)
PTA0736
SMA Wrench, Key Chain
PTA0194
Service: Cable Sleeving (Priced Per Ft)
Cable Sleeving
*Lightning Arrestors are recommended for outdoor installations

Australian Shepherd Installation Instructions
Roof Mounting Instructions
Preparing the Hole
1. After selecting the location to mount the Antenna,
mask the mounting location to avoid paint
damage. Mark the hole center with ink or scribed
cross hairs.
2. Use a center punch to make a dimple on the
marked location to avoid drill bits from walking
across the sheet metal. Use a Twist drill of
diameter about 0.1” and drill a pilot hole. Using a
1.5” diameter sheet metal hole saw, drill the hole.
3. The hole saw will cut the required diameter hole
with less risk of stretching and distorting the
vehicle surface.
4. Clean up any metal shavings around the mounting location.
Mounting the Antenna
1. Feed the coaxial cables from the antenna
through the hole from the outside surface to
the inside surface and thread the entire
length of the cable through the hole.
2. Clean debris off the vehicle surface and then
mark the desired antenna orientation by
placing the antenna flat on the vehicle
surface.
3. Lift the antenna and remove the protective
backing from the underside of the antenna and place the antenna back in the desired position.
Apply downward pressure on the antenna to stick it to the panel. This step is optional if you plan to
mount the antenna magnetically.
4. To avoid the gap between the antenna and panel, it is
recommended to use neutral cure silicon sealant around the
base of the mounting boot to fully compress the antenna to the
mounting panel.
5. A split flat washer and a split hex nut are provided in the kit for
easy installation.
6. On the inside of the vehicle, thread the flat washer over the
cable, followed by the PTA0257 Star Washer (if applicable)
and then hex nut.
7. Slide the washers and nut to the threaded flange of the
antenna and tighten the hex nut until antenna compresses flat with the surface of the vehicle.
Roof
Split Washer
Split Hex Nut

Australian Shepherd Installation Instructions
Magnetic Mounting Instructions
1. Select the mounting location.
A. A horizontal, ferrous metallic surface is
required for mounting the antenna. Check
that the magnetic mount base has
sufficient magnetic attraction to the
mounting surface.
B. To avoid de-tuning or interference issues,
install the antenna as far away as possible
from other electrical devices (minimum
24 inches), including light bars, AC units,
fans, cameras, routers, and other
antennas.
2. Feed the antenna cables through the hole in the
magnetic mount base.
3. Fasten the antenna to the magnetic mount
base.
A. Guide the provided flat washer and hex nut onto the antenna cables. Using a star or lock
washer is optional and not provided.
B. Thread the flat washer, star washer (if applicable), and hex nut onto the antenna shaft, and
tighten the hex nut using a 7/16 inch wrench.
4. Place the antenna with the magnetic mount base onto the mounting location in the desired
orientation.
5. Route the antenna cables towards the router.
A. Route the cables from the antenna to the router, maintaining a minimum bend radius of 0.5
inches. Avoid sharp bends.
B. Route the antenna cables adjacent to existing wiring as much as possible.

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Pole Mounting Instructions
Mounting the Pole Mount Bracket on the Pole
1. Select the mounting location on a vertical pole.
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. The diameter of the pole must be between 1 inch and 2.18
inches, and the pole must be vertical.
C. Alternatively, this bracket can also be installed on a
rectangular post up to 3 inches wide.
2. Remove the flat washer and hex nut from the antenna shaft.
3. Install the pole mount bracket onto the pole.
A. Insert the bolts through the pole bracket.
B. Feed the bolts around the pole and into the Pole Mount Bracket.
C. Install the flat washers and lock washers onto the bolt.
D. Tighten the nuts onto the bolts until finger tight. Ensure that the nuts are tightened equally on
both bolts.
E. Using a 7/16” wrench, tighten the nuts one additional full turn to compress the lock washers.
Mounting the Antenna
1. Feed the coaxial cables from the antenna through the hole from the
outside surface to the inside surface and thread the entire length of
the cable through the hole.
2. Feed the antenna cables through hole in the pole mount bracket.
3. Adhere the antenna to the mounting surface.
A. Remove the backing from the adhesive pad on the base of the
antenna.
B. Carefully place the antenna onto the pole mount bracket,
inserting the antenna shaft into the hole.
C. Apply pressure on the antenna to ensure strong adhesion.
4. Fasten the antenna to the pole mount bracket.
A. Guide the provided flat washer and hex nut onto the antenna
cables. Using a star or lock washer is optional and not
provided.
B. Thread the flat washer, star washer (if applicable), and hex
nut onto the antenna shaft.

Australian Shepherd Installation Instructions
Routing the Cables
1. Route the cables from the antenna to the router, maintaining a minimum bend radius of 1.5 inches.
Avoid sharp bends. Run the cables adjacent to existing wiring.
2. Waterproof the RF connectors using electrical tape or heat shrink tube, if required.
Cable Connection Instructions
1. Use a canned air and/ or isopropyl alcohol to clean all the connectors to ensure that there Is no
dust in the terminals.
2. Connect the antenna cables to the router. Use the table below for reference; different routers may
have different terminal names. Use a 5/16” wrench to carefully tighten the connectors on the cables
to the router terminals. It is recommended to use a 5 in.-lb. torque wrench to prevent
overtightening.
Note: Do not apply more than 5 in.-lbs. of torque to SMA Connectors.
Note: Do not apply more than 9.7 in.-lbs. of torque to N Connectors.
S. No
Cable from Antenna
Connector on Router
1.
CELL 1
MAIN 0
2.
CELL 2
MAIN 1/ MIMO 1
3.
CELL 3
AUX 1/ MIMO 2
4.
CELL 4
AUX 0/ DIV 0
5.
WIFI 1
2.4/5GHz
6.
WIFI 2
2.4/5GHz
7.
WIFI 3
2.4/5GHz
8.
WIFI 4
2.4/5GHz
9.
BLUETOOTH (optional)
BT
10.
GPS
GNSS
For best MIMO performance use the following in pairs:
CELL 1 & CELL 4
CELL 2 & CELL 3
WIFI 1 & WIFI 2
WIFI 3 & WIFI 4

Australian Shepherd Installation Instructions
Commission and Testing
Check each coaxial cable connector and confirm that it cannot be easily loosened. Visually inspect the
coaxial cables to ensure that they are not sharply bent and are sufficiently secured and supported
between the antenna and the router.
Use a cellular device’s built-in diagnostics to confirm the RSSI is higher than -75dB. Confirm the cellular
connection supports communications at required data rates.
Connect the GPS/GNNS cable to the GPS/GNNS receiver and check for satellite acquisition.
Connect the cellular/LTE & WLAN/Wi-Fi cables to the router and stow any unused coaxial cables to avoid
damage.
CAUTION
To comply with FCC 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 20 cm of the antenna
•Install the antenna or mast assembly on a windy day
•Install the mast close to power lines as it can cause serious injuries or death
WARNING
Watch out for overhead power lines. Check the distance to power lines before beginning
installation.
WARNING
This document gives detailed instructions to install an antenna to the best of our
knowledge. This document is for general information only. It cannot be used for a
warranty. Parsec Technologies Inc. will not accept any liability for any damage caused
by an antenna due to unknown variables.
Parsec Technologies
972-804-4600
[email protected]
Last Revised: 08.07.23