User's Manual
17
Installing the booster antenna
Installation requirements
The booster antenna works best when it has a line-of-sight view of the
basestation. However, you do not have to manually point it at a basestation.
Install the booster antenna at the highest point available. Examples of optimal
locations include the apex of a roof, the top of a chimney, or a tall pole mounted
on a chimney.
The installation must meet the following requirements:
The booster antenna must not be used indoors. The booster antenna must
be installed on an outdoor permanent structure such as a roof or an external
wall.
All four sides of the booster antenna must be unobstructed. Leave a clear
zone of at least 12 inches around the antenna. Because of this requirement
an under-the-eaves installation is usually not possible.
Make sure the installed height of the booster antenna is at least 3 m (10 feet)
to ensure that it is safely out of reach. For example, if the booster antenna is
installed on the side of a building, it should be at least 3 m (10 feet) off the
ground to maintain a safe distance from both children and adults. If installed
on a rooftop that is accessible, the antenna must be installed 3 m (10 feet)
above the rooftop.
WARNING:
Do not install the booster antenna near power lines. You can be
killed if the booster antenna comes into contact with electric power lines.
Do not contact overhead power lines.
Check the distance to any nearby power lines before starting installation. Stay
at least 6 m (20 feet) away from all power lines.
If any part of the booster antenna or mast assembly comes into contact with a
power line, call your local power company. Do not try to remove it yourself.
They will remove it safely.