Enterasys Networks 9033348-02 manual Mounting the 14 dBi Antenna to a Mast

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Mounting the Antenna

Figure 3-3: Mounting the 14 dBi Antenna to a Mast

Side View

Direction of Maximum Signal

 

Clamp Backing Plate Antenna Mounting Base Flatwasher

Always place flatwashers between nuts and the Antenna Mounting Base.

Top View

Figure 3-4: Mounting the 14 dBi Antenna to a Wall

Direction of Maximum Signal

Backing Plate

Antenna Mounting Base

Flatwasher

Always place Flatwashers between nuts or bolts and Antenna Mounting Base!

Intermediate Plate (not included). Required when mounting antenna on a rough surface.

Antenna Installation 3-9

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