User's Manual

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Vodafone MachineLink 3G
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Placement of the MachineLink
3G router
When selecting a location to mount the MachineLink 3G router, keep in mind that it houses two high performance internal antennas
designed to provide optimum signal strength in a wide range of environments. If you find the signal strength is weak, try moving the
router to a different place or mounting it differently. If signal strength doesn’t improve, you may need to attach an external antenna
(not included) to the router’s female SMA connector.
Note: If you connect an external antenna to the female SMA connector, the main internal antenna disables automatically but
the auxiliary internal antenna remains connected to provide (where possible) diversity assistance.
Note: When selecting a location for the router, allow at least 20 seconds for the signal strength LEDs to update before trying
a different location or connecting an external antenna.
Mounting options
The Vodafone MachineLink 3G router can be quickly and easily mounted in a variety of locations.
Mounted flat against the wall
When mounted flat against the wall, the MachineLink 3G router has a slimline form factor. Use appropriately sized screws in the
mounting holes provided on the base of the unit.
Figure 4 - Wall mount - Flat against the wall
Perpendicular to the wall
If a large surface area is not available, there is the option of mounting the router perpendicular to the wall. This gives the router a
small wall footprint while remaining securely attached. Use appropriately sized screws in the mounting holes provided on the back
of the unit.