Poynting OMNI-493 User manual

Version 2.0
OMNI-493
User Guide
South Africa
Unit 4, N1 Industrial Park
Landmarks Ave
Samrand, 0157
South Africa
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]
Europe
Kronstadler Straße 4,
81677 München
Germany
Tel: [phone]
Mob.: [phone]
[email protected]

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Index
1.
Packing Check List
4
2.
Introduction
8
3.
Antenna Mounting
Precautions
10
4.
Cable Routing
10
5.
Safety
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1. Packing CheckList
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Item Description Quantity
1. A-OMNI-0493
Antenna only 1
2. M4 Allen Cap
Screws 4
3.
4. L-Bracket
1
5. Econo bracket
stainless steel
1
6. M6x90mm U-Bolts
stainless steel
2
7. M6 Nuts/Nylock
nuts stainless steel
2
8. M6 Flat Washers
stainless steel
4
9. Adapter Base
4
10. Seal
1
1
Allen key
11.Locking nut 1

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Appearance of Components
Antenna Unit
Stainless Steel Bracket Assembly
Allen cap screw, allen key and locking nut
Adapter Base and Seal

Optional Accessories
A-BRKT-037: Marine at mount antenna
bracket stainless steel
A-BRKT-038: Marine ratchet rail mount
antenna bracket stainless steel
A-BRKT-039: Heavy duty marine mount
antenna bracket stainless steel
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Tools which may be required:
6mm Masonry drill bit
Impact drilling machine
Screw driver-Cross slot/Philips
Hammer
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2. Introduction
This User Guide provides information on the
installation instructions of the Omni-directional
marine antenna (A-OMNI-0493)
Antenna Configuration 1
Pole mount with supplied L-Bracket
Exploded View
Antenna Configuration 2
Marine mount with optional bracketry
using the provided allen key.
Exploded View
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•Open the antenna package and confirm
that all listed components are available.
•Consider the antenna mounting
precautions below before installation.
Straight cable entry
Slide the RF
cable through
the bracket pipe,
seal and adapter
base. Fasten the
adapter base to
the antenna
using the
provided allen
key.
Assembled
antenna with
straight entry
cable.
Side cable entry
Use a at screw
driver on the
knock out edge of
the adapter base
to break the knock
out section as
shown above.
A le might be
required to remove
sharp edges.
Assembled
antenna
with side
entry cable.
2. Installation Instructions
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3. Antenna Mounting Precautions
•Place the antenna at the highest point
and ensure that there aren't any
surrounding obstructions to the antenna.
•In order to avoid communication
interference, ensure that the antenna is
placed at least 0.5m away from other
antennas and metal objects.
•Avoid installing the antenna near a
chimney, as the smoke and soot emitted
by the chimney can obstruct the signal
level achieved by the antenna.
•Install the antenna away from heat
sources and flammable gases.
4. Cable Routing
•Survey the planned cable route and look
for any blocked passages. Consider
alternate routes to find the best available
path. Always keep the cables as short as
possible to make sure that minimum cable
losses are achieved.
•Note: Take advantage of any existing
cable channels. e.g wiring conduits to
route the cables.
•Avoid running cables through components
or sharp apertures that may cause
excessive chafing. Doing so may erode the
jacket and break signal continuity. Also,
avoid kinking, pinching, or twisting a cable
during a run.
•Use cable ties to secure the antenna
cables.
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When handling the antenna cables, it is
essential you follow these basic rules:
•Never pull on the cable connectors;
pull only on the cable.
•Tighten the connectors and ensure
that the cables don’t rattle loose.
5. Safety
•If you are installing an antenna for the first
time or unsure about how to install your
antenna, obtain the help of a professional
installer.
•Carefully survey the installation site before
installation to locate secure handholds,
dangerous conditions (such as power lines
and weak roofs) and the safest and most
convenient placement for ladders if
necessary.
•The antenna may not be used as a climbing
or pulling device.
•Considerations must be taken when
mounting the antenna that people do not
hang or pull on it.
•When installing your antenna, remember:
1. Do not install near power lines as they can
electrocute you.
2. Do not install on a wet or windy day or
when there is lighting or thunder in the area.
3. Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels,
protective clothing (long sleeve shirt or
jacket) and rubber gloves.
4. Avoid installation while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
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5. Make sure that any loose-fitting jewellery
or clothing is secured and tie back long
hair as they can get caught in moving
parts during installation.
6. If the antenna assembly starts to fall, get
away from it and let it fall to avoid harming
yourself.
•When drilling, remember;
1. Use safety goggles when drilling the
holes.
2. Avoid using bits that are dull, bent or
damaged.
3. Be aware of where your fingers are in
relation to the drill bit when using the
drilling machine.
4. To stop the drilling machine, let the drill
chuck come to a complete stop on its
own. Do not grasp the chuck in an
attempt to stop the drill bit.
5. Avoid awkward hand positions where a
sudden slip could cause a hand to
move into the drill bit or cutting tool.
CAUTION:
Antennas must be installed to provide
a separation distance of at least 20cm
from all persons so as to comply with SAR
(SpecicAbsorptionRate)RFExposure
requirements.
European Waste Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
Please ensure that old waste
electricals and electronics are recycled.
Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2)
This product is fully compliant with the RoHS
2 directive.
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