Poynting PUCK-V1 User manual

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1.
Packing Check List
4
2.
Introduction
9
3.
Antenna Mounting
Precautions
15
4.
Cable Routing
15
5.
Safety
16

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Item
Description
Quantity
1.
*PUCK-V1 Antenna Only
1
2.
M4 x 10mm Flat Head
Stainless Steel Screws
4
(Attached to
the antenna)
3.
35mm Threaded Spigot
1
(Attached to
the antenna)
4.
75mm Threaded Spigot
1
5.
Magnetic Base
1
6.
Pole/Wall Mount
Bracket
1
7.
Plastic Nut
1
(Attached to
the antenna)
8.
Adhesive Foam Seal
1
(Attached to
the antenna)
9.
Grip Extenders
5**
(Attached to
the antenna)
10.
SMA (F) to RP-SMA
(M) Adapter
2**
*Antenna will differ with different versions
**Quantity will differ with different versions

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Antenna Unit
M4 x 10mm Flat Head Stainless Steel Screws
35mm Threaded Spigot
75mm Threaded Female Spigot
Magnetic Base

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Pole/ Wall Mount Bracket
Plastic Nut
Adhesive Foam Seal
Grip Extenders
*SMA(F) to RP-SMA(M) Adapters
*Antenna with Wi-Fi only

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Drills (Pilot drill (3mm) and Hole saw (22mm)
or step drill (4-22mm))
Impact Drilling Machine
Hammer
Safety Goggles
27mm Spanner/Wrench

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Masking Tape
Centre Punch
Drilling Template
(Available on www.poynting.tech/downloads)

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This User Guide provides information on the
installation instructions of the Omni-directional
antenna (PUCK-V1 Series).
Threaded Spigot Mounting
Use the Drill template below or download the 1:1
drill template from
http://www.poynting.tech/downloads.
•Choose the mounting location carefully and a
position at least 50cm from heat sources,
with a clear line of sight to the sky.
•Once you have decided on the location and
checked that there are no obstructions such
as cables or channels below the mounting
surface, for the fastening nut and cables to
pass through, use the downloaded 1:1 drill
template to mark the mounting location.
•To prevent the marking tool or drill sliding off
course, use masking tape over the drilling
point to help hold the drill point in place. The
masking tape also prevents hot shavings
from the drill or hole saw which could
penetrate and damage the painted surface.
•Clean the entire surface on which you plan to
mount the antenna. Cleaning is done so as
not to damage the vehicle’s paint and to
ensure good contact of the foam surface to
the mounting area.
•Alcohol wipes can be used to remove oil and
dirt from the surface.
•The 35mm threaded Spigot should be used to
secure the antenna to a surface structure of
20mm thickness or less. Likewise, the 75mm
threaded Spigot should be used to secure the
antenna to a surface structure of 60mm
thickness or less.

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Securing the antenna
•Fasten the required spigot with the Flat head
screws.
•Clean the plastic surface of the antenna base
and threaded spigot.
•Peel off one of the wax paper layers from the
foam seal and stick the foam seal to the
plastic surface.
•Carefully slide the cable through the hole.
•Peel off the second wax paper layer and
firmly press the antenna down onto the
surface.
•Tighten the nut so that it compresses the
foam seal.
Note: Be careful not to overtighten the nut.

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Exploded View

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Adhesive Mounting
•Clean the entire surface on which you plan to
stick the antenna.
•Remove the nut, foam seal and short spigot
from antenna.
•Secure the magnetic base to the antenna with
flat head screws.
•Peel off the wax paper layer and stick the
foam seal to the magnetic base.
•Peel off the second wax paper layer and
firmly press the antenna down onto the
surface.
•Route the cable as required.
Exploded View
Magnetic Mounting
•Clean the entire surface on which you plan to
stick the antenna.
•Remove the nut, foam seal and short spigot
from antenna.
•Secure the magnetic base to the antenna with
flat head screws.
•Place antenna onto magnetic surface.
•Route the cable as required.

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Pole Mounting
•Lay the antenna out at the installation site.
•Attach the bracket onto the base of the
antenna using 4 Flat head screws.
•Secure the cable tie or hose clamp around the
bracket and pole until the bracket is secured
to the pole.
Vertical Pole Mounting
Internal Pole Mount
External Pole Mount

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Horizontal Pole Mounting
Internal Pole Mount
External Pole Mount
Wall Mounting
•Select a suitable place for mounting the
antenna
•Using the wall mount bracket as a guide,
mark two points to drill on the wall.
•Use a masonry drill bit to drill a cable entry
hole to fit the connector.
•Place the bracket over the two holes and line
up the holes in the bracket with the holes in
the wall.
•Insert the two knock-in screws to mount the
bracket to the wall.

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•Place the antenna at the highest point
possible 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 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.
•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.
•Cover connectors with insulation tape before
threading them through a hole.
When handling the antenna cables, it is
essential you follow these basic rules:

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•Never pull on the cable connectors; pull
only on the cable.
•Tighten the connectors and ensure that
the cables don’t rattle loose.
•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 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

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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.
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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