RFI LPDA7030 Series Assembly instructions

Installation Sheet
Multi-band Log Periodic Antenna
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Copyright RF Industries Pty Ltd 2014. Subject to change without notice.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this RFI log periodic antenna. It is a high gain multi-band directional antenna covering all
international cellular, mobile and wireless bands including G850/GSM900/GSM1800/3G2100/LTE as well as 2.3-
2.7GHz licensed and unlicensed data bands. It is designed to provide extra signal strength and hence faster speed
to your wireless broadband service or mobile phone.
CONTENTS
Before assembling and installing your antenna, please check that the kit includes all the following components.
IMPORTANT: For maximum signal, we recommend external mounting to reduce signal losses caused by
building structures etc.
Log periodic and with either (depending on version purchased):
• 10metrescableterminatedwithSMAmaleconnector(LPDA7030-11-10SMA)
OR
• 0.5metrescableterminatedwithNTypefemaleconnector(LPDA7030-11-0.5NF)
Mounting bracket kit including:
• 2xEcono-brackets
• 2xU-bolt(SS)M6x60x90mm
• 4xM6nuts(SS)&washers
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
Mounting Location
To get optimum performance from the antenna it should be pointed towards the strongest available network signal
(base station). Choose a suitable location on the building to mount the antenna so that it is clear of any obstructions
when pointed towards the strongest base station.
1. Connect the antenna to your data card or modem. The 10 metre version comes ready to connect to
 devicesusinganSMAtypeconnector.Ifyouhavepurchasedthe0.5metreversion,youwillrequire
 additionalcableterminatedwithanNTypemale&theappropriateconnectorforyoudevice.Fordevices
 usingotherconnectortypes,apatchleadtoconnecttheantenna(SMA)tothedevice(phoneordatacard)
 willberequired(notincluded).Pleasecontactyourretailornetworkproviderforavailability.
2. Connect the data card or modem to your computer and follow the manufactures instructions to open the
management software so that the screen shows the received signal strength. You may need to turn off your
system and power up again after you have connected the antenna.
3. Once you have connected to the network, check the signal strength* indicator on your computer.
4. Placetheantennainyourselectedlocationandrotateitin15-20degreeincrements.Ineachposition,check
 &recordyoursignalstrength.Youmayneedtowaitforuptoaminuteforthesignalstrength
indicator to update.
IMPORTANT: Some data cards or modems will only detect the connection of an external antenna on power up.

Installation Sheet
Multi-band Log Periodic Antenna
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Copyright RF Industries Pty Ltd 2014. Subject to change without notice.
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5. When you find the best signal strength, mount the antenna facing in this direction.
Your network provider (or retail outlet) should be able to provide you with details of your nearest base station.
*NOTE: Signal strength may be displayed either graphically with bars where more bars mean stronger signal
strength or as a signal level value in dBm where the closer to 0 (zero), the better. For example, a signal level
of -75dBm is better than a signal level of -85dBm.
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
Theantennamustbemountedonaverticalpole(maximum60mmdia.)suchasatypicalTVantennapoleorhockey
stickmountwhichallowsfull360°rotationandabovetheleveloftheroofsothatithaveaclearviewiftheclosest
base station.
1. Assemblethebracketsonthemastasshownintheexplodeddiagramandtightennutsfingertight.
2. Aligntheantennainthedirectionofthebasestation.
3. FastennutsonUboltswith10mmwrench/spanner,butdonotovertighten.
4. Besuretoprovidestrainreliefforthecablebysecuringitthemountingstructure(pole)neartheantenna
using a cable-tie or suitable tape (not provided).
COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION
If you have not already done so, you can connect the cable to the antenna and your data device. You may now adjust
boththedirectionandtheangleoftheantenna(onlyifsingleUboltmountingischosen.)tofinetunethealignment
of the antenna to receive maximum signal (see Mounting Section).
Pleasecheckthefollowingoncompletionoftheinstallation:
• Ensureallcableconnectionsaretight.
• Ensureallscrews/nutsaretight.
• Ensurethecablebetweentheantennaandthedevicehasbeenroutedinasafemannerandisnota
future hazard around the home or workplace.
Dual U-bolt Mounting Single U-bolt Mounting