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6.2 Installation of Antenna Unit

Mounting considerations

Install the antenna unit referring to the antenna installation diagram at the end of this manual.
When selecting a mount ing location for the antenna unit , keep in mind the following poin ts:
• Do not shorten the antenna cable (10 m cable fitted to the antenna).
• The length of the whip antenna for the NX-3E should be no longer than 1.2 m and no larger
than 5 mm in diameter to prevent antenna damage. Do not use a 2.5 m whip antenna. Use
spring washer (supplied) for whip antenna.
• Do not install the antenna unit within beamwidth of the radar.
• If the antenna cable is to be passed through a hole which is not large enough to pass the
connector, you may unfasten the connector with a needle nose pliers and 3/8-inch open-end
wrench. Refasten it as shown in Figure 6-2, after running the cable through the hole.
• If you install the antenna unit except the NX-3E and the NX-3H, contact your dealer.
Center pin (soldered)
Clamp nut
Connector shell
Gasket (reddish brown)
Washer
Shield
Figure 6-2 How to assemble the connect or