User's Manual

RNU4000BS Base Station User Manual
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4.3 Mounting the RF Antennas
After mounting the base station on a pole or wall:
• For models with external RF antennas, mount the RF antennas in the selected locations
according to the instructions given in this section.
• Mount the GPS Antenna in the selected locations according to the instructions given in
this section.
4.3.1 Mounting the RF Antenna
Note: This section is relevant only for installations of BSs with external antennas.
Refer to section 1.1 for more information on antenna configurations.
4.3.1.1 RF Antenna Location Criteria
• To avoid frequency reuse problems caused by unwanted reflections, the main part of
the antenna must be clear of any metal objects for a range of parameter to 20 meters.
• Make sure that there are no obstacles located in front of the RF antenna, such s poles,
transmission equipment from other vendors or another Runcom RF antenna.
4.3.1.2 RF Antenna Mounting
Note: The antenna is mounted and adjusted using the provided antenna mounting kit.
To mount the RF Antennas:
• Use the supplied RF antenna (pole) mounting kit to attach the antenna to the pole.
• Connect the antennas to the BS using the provided 0.5 -1 meter coax cables.
• Tilt the antenna as required. The antenna’s mounting kit enables the antenna to be
tilted along two axes.
• The antenna position can be fine-tuned at a later stage.
Figure 24 RF Antennas Mounting