Poynting OMNI-900 User manual

Version 1.0
OMNI-900
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]
USA
1804 Owen Court,
Suite 104, Mansfield,
TX 76063
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]

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Index
1.
Packing Check List
4
2.
Introduction
7
3.
Antenna Mounting
Precautions
9
4.
Cable Routing
10
5.
Safety
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1. Packing Check List
Item
Description
Quantity
1.
A-OMNI-0900
Antenna Only
1
2
M8 Stainless Steel
Nuts
12
3.
M8 Stainless Steel
Flat Washers
6
4.
M8 Stainless Steel
316 Hex Socket
Screws
6
5.
Stainless Steel
316 Securing plate
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Appearance of Components
Antenna Unit
M8 Nut and Washer
M8 Hex Socket Screw
Stainless Steel 316 Securing plate
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Tools Required
8mm Drill Bit/ Hole saw for cables
Centre Punch and Drilling Machine
Drilling Template
(Available on www.poynting. tech/downloads)
Hammer
Safety Goggles
8mm Allen Key
13mm Spanner/Wrench

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2. Introduction
This User Guide provides information on the
installation instructions of the Omni-directional
antenna (A-OMNI-0900).
Antenna Configuration 1
Pole mount with optional Bracket BRKT 90
Exploded View
Note:
Connect the cable(s) to the antenna before
attaching the antenna to the bracket.

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Antenna Configuration 2
Wall mount with optional Bracket BRKT 90.
Exploded View
Note:
Connect the cable(s) to or from the antenna
before attaching the antenna to the bracket.

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Antenna Configuration 3
Surface mount with supplied fastening plate.
Exploded View
Note:
Connect the cable(s) to or from the antenna
before attaching it to a surface. Download
the drilling template from
www.poynting.tech/downloads
3. Antenna Mounting Precautions
•Place the antenna at the highest point of
the vessel and ensure that there are not
any obstructions surrounding 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 the
vessel’s chimney, as the smoke and soot
emitted by the chimney can obstruct the
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•Install the antenna away from the vessel’s
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 the cable during a run.
•Use cable ties to secure the antenna cables.
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 and the safest and

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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 on a wet or windy day or
when there is lightning or thunder in the
area.
2. Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels,
protective clothing (long sleeve shirt or
jacket) and rubber gloves.
3. Avoid installation while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
4. Make sure that any loose-fitting jewelry
or clothing is secured and tie back long
hair as they can get caught in moving
parts during installation.
5. 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
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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 (Specific 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 3)
This product is fully compliant with the RoHS 3
directive.