Installation Guide

5.8GHz All Weather 8 Channel Series Manual Rev. E
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Antenna Polarization
When installing multiple 5.8GHz wireless systems at the same installation site, you will need to alternate the
radio frequency polarization for each wireless link. The TCO-5800 series of transmitters and receivers can be
user adjusted for either vertical or horizontal polarizations. Alternating each wireless link between vertical
and horizontal polarization improves the attenuation between adjacent channels and minimizes the risk of
interference between wireless links.
Changing Transmitter Antenna Polarization
To adjust the transmitting antenna for either horizontal or vertical
polarization, first carefully loosen the screw
that secures the antenna to its post.
Do not to scratch or bend the antenna as this will
affect transmitting performance.
Rotate the antenna to desired vertical or horizontal polarization as shown
in the diagram below.
CAUTION Do not over twist the antenna cable as this
may cause damage.
After positioning the antenna, carefully re-tighten the screw that secures
the antenna to its post.
Do not over tighten
Transmitter Antenna Polarization
Antenna Post Screw