Exicom Limited EX7100-1 Manual Do Utilizador
EX7100 Technical Manual - Installation of Antenna and Equipment
©1999 Exicom Technologies (1996) Ltd
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Issue 2 - February 2001
2.3.2 Antenna
Direction
The site plan should include details of antenna direction. If it doesn't, use the following
information as a guide:
information as a guide:
Refer to a map with the antenna sites marked. The antennas must point towards each
other in a straight line for the link to operate effectively. Take a compass bearing of each
antenna as shown in Figure 2.2. This is the direction the antenna should point towards
when mounted.
other in a straight line for the link to operate effectively. Take a compass bearing of each
antenna as shown in Figure 2.2. This is the direction the antenna should point towards
when mounted.
Figure 2.2: Antenna Direction
2.3.3
Antenna Cable Grounding Kits
To assist with lightning protection, coaxial cable grounding kits should be used at each
site. Grounding of the cable is recommended at the tower top, tower bottom and at the
entrance to the equipment shelter.
site. Grounding of the cable is recommended at the tower top, tower bottom and at the
entrance to the equipment shelter.
A range of grounding kits are available. Contact your Exicom International Supplier for
details.
details.