Poynting OMNI-900 User manual

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1.
Packing Check List
4
2.
Introduction
7
3.
Antenna Mounting
Precautions
9
4.
Cable Routing
10
5.
Cable Connection
10
6.
Safety
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Item
Description
Quantity
1.
A-OMNI-0900
Antenna Only
1
2.
M8 Stainless Steel
Nuts
6
3.
M8 Stainless Steel
Flat Washers
6
4.
M8 Stainless Steel
316 Hex Socket Cap
Screws
6
5.
Stainless Steel 316
Securing Plate
1
6.
Rubber Seal
1
7.
13mm Spanner/
Wrench
1
8.
8mm Allen Key
1

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Antenna Unit
M8 Nut and Washer
M8 Hex Socket Cap Screw
Stainless Steel 316 Securing plate
Rubber Seal
13mm Spanner/Wrench
8mm Allen Key

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8mm Drill Bit/ Hole saw for cables
Centre Punch and Drilling Machine
Drilling Template
(Available on www.poynting. tech/downloads)
Hammer
Safety Goggles

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This User Guide provides information on the installation
instructions of the Omni-directional antenna (A-OMNI-
0900).
Pole mount with optional bracket (BRKT-090)
Exploded View
Note:
Place the rubber seal at the bottom of the
antenna and then connect the cable(s) to the
antenna before attaching it to the bracket.

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Wall mount with optional bracket (BRKT-090).
Exploded View
Note:
Place the rubber seal at the bottom of the
antenna and then connect the cable(s) to the
antenna before attaching it to the bracket.

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Surface mount with supplied fastening plate.
Exploded View
Note:
Place the rubber seal at the bottom of the
antenna and then connect the cable(s) to the
antenna before attaching it to the bracket.
Download the drilling template from
www.poynting.tech/downloads
•Place the antenna at the highest point of the
vessel and ensure that there are not 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 the vessel's
chimney, as the smoke and soot emitted by
the chimney can obstruct the signal level
achieved by the antenna.

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•Install the antenna away from the vessel's
heat sources and flammable gases.
•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.
When handling the antenna cables, it is
essential you follow these basic rules:
•Never pull on the cable connectors; pull
only on the cable.
•Never run cables in a manner that
interferes with the driver's ability to
safely operate the boat.
•Tighten the connectors and ensure that
the cables don’t rattle loose.
Note:
Ensure that all RF connections made outdoors
are adequately waterproofed. Waterproof
connector boots are recommended.

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Case 1: Router with two LTE ports (2x2 MIMO)
•If you are using an antenna variant with two
LTE cables, connect the antenna cable
labelled Cell (Main) to the respective Cell
(Main) connector of your router. Similarly,
connect the antenna cable labelled Cell
(Aux/Div) to the respective Cell (Aux/Div)
connector of your router.
•If you are using an antenna variant with four
LTE cables, use one of the antenna diversity
cable pairs. Use either the antenna cables
labelled Cell 1 (Main) & Cell 1 (Aux/Div) or the
antenna cables labelled Cell 2 (Main) & Cell 2
(Aux/Div) to connect to your router.
•If you have two routers that have two LTE
ports each, you can either use an antenna
variant with two LTE cables (you will need
two) or use an antenna variant with four LTE
cables.
If you are using antennas with two LTE
cables, connect the antenna diversity cable
pairs such that one antenna’s Cell (Main) and
Cell (Aux) cables are connected to one
router’s Cell (Main) and Cell (Aux/Div) ports
and the other antenna’s Cell (Main) and Cell
(Aux/Div) cables are connected to the other
router’s Cell (Main) and Cell (Aux/Div) port.
If you are using an antenna with four LTE
cables, split the antenna diversity cable pairs
such that one router is connected to the
antenna cables labelled Cell 1 (Main) and Cell
1 (Aux/Div) and the other router is connected
to the antenna cables labelled Cell 2 (Main)
and Cell 2 (Aux/Div).
Case 2: Router with four LTE ports (4x4 MIMO)
•If you are using an antenna variant with four
LTE cables, connect the antenna cable

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labelled Cell 1 (Main) to the respective Cell 1
(Main) connector of your router. Similarly,
connect the antenna cable labelled Cell 2
(Main) to the respective Cell 2 (Main)
connector of your router.
Next, connect the antenna cable labelled Cell
1 (Aux/Div) to the respective Cell 1 (Aux/Div)
of your router. Similarly, connect the antenna
cable labelled Cell 2 (Aux/Div) to the
respective Cell 2 (Aux/Div) port of your router.
•If you have an antenna variant with two LTE
cables, you will need to purchase or add
another similar antenna with two LTE cables.
Connect the antenna diversity cable pairs
such that one antenna’s Cell (Main) and Cell
(Aux) cables are connected to your router’s
Cell 1 (Main) and Cell 1 (Aux/Div) ports and
the other antenna’s Cell (Main) and Cell
(Aux/Div) cables are connected to Cell 2
(Main) and Cell 2 (Aux/Div) ports of your
router.
Note:
•Cell 1 (Main) and Cell 2 (Main) antenna
cables are connected to the top antenna
elements.
•Cell 1 (Aux/Div) and Cell 2 (Aux/Div)
antenna cables are connected to the
bottom antenna elements.
•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 most
convenient placement for ladders if necessary.

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•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
chuck come to a complete stop on its
own. Do not grasp the chuck in an
attempt to stop the drill bit.

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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.

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USA
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Europe
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81677 München
Germany
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USA
1804 Owen Court,
Suite 104, Mansfield,
TX 76063
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
South Africa
Unit 4, N1 Industrial Park
Landmarks Ave
Samrand, 0157
South Africa
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
USA
1804 Owen Court,
Suite 104, Mansfield,
TX 76063
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]ch
South Africa
Unit 4, N1 Industrial Park
Landmarks Ave
Samrand, 0157
South Africa
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]ech