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2. Keep the antenna away from metal obstructions such as heating and air-conditioning ducts.
3. The density of the wall materials determines the number of walls signals can pass through and still
ensure data communication. Consider the following before choosing the location to install the
antenna:
{ Signals can penetrate vinyl and paper walls with little affect to signal strength.
{ Signals can penetrate one or two solid or pre-cast concrete walls with signal strength not
degraded.
{ Signals can penetrate three or four concrete walls with signal strength not degraded.
{ Signals can penetrate five or six wood walls with signal strength not degraded.
{ Signals cannot penetrate a metal wall even if the metal covering is very thin.
{ Signals cannot penetrate a wire mesh spaced between 2 and 3 cm (0.79 and 1.18 in).
4. Keep the antenna away from microwave ovens and 2-GHz wireless phones, because they operate
in the same frequency range as the device to which your antenna is connected and can cause
signal interference.
Choosing a mounting location
To achieve best possible performance, install the antenna as high as possible, such as building top,
mountain top, and tower top. In addition, mount the antenna clear of any metal obstructions to the sides
of the radiating element, and use a cable as short as possible to connect the antenna and AP.
Mounting the antenna
You can install the ANT-5029D-M2 antenna on a mast. The installation accessories are provided
(installation tools are user provided). If you intend to install your antenna on another surface, you must
provide the appropriate installation accessories.
Tools and equipment required
Provided with the antenna:
• One reflector mounting bracket
• Two U-bolts, each of which consists of one U-bolt, two M10 hex nuts, two flat washers, and two
spring washers.
• One assistant clamp, consisting of one U-mounting bracket, one M10 U-bolt, and two sets of M10
nuts, flat washers, and spring washers
• One M16 adjustment bolt containing two sets of M16 nuts, flat washers, and spring washers
• Three 10 mm (0.39 in) diameter and 25 mm (0.98 in) length screws
• Three 10 mm (0.39 in) diameter nuts/flat washers/spring washers
• Four 4 mm (0.16 in) diameter and 10 mm (0.39 in) length screws
• Four 4 mm (0.16 in) diameter nuts/flat washers/spring washers
User-supplied:
• One adjustable wrench
• One mast with a diameter of 40 to 70 mm (1.57 to 2.76 in)