Install Antenna with Surge Protection

Complete the following steps to mount the antenna bracket and install the antenna and surge arrester.

1. Use two (2) lag bolts to mount the bracket on a pole or other type of mounting surface.

   Mount the bracket in a position that allows the antenna to be located at least two (2) feet above the solar panel and facing in the same direction as the closest ORBCOMM GES. The antenna must have a clear line-of-sight with no obstructions, such as trees, hills, or buildings.

   

   Antenna Mounting Bracket

2. From the bottom of the bracket, insert the brass mount (included with the antenna cable) in the mounting hole on the bracket.

3. From the top of the bracket, place the antenna on the brass mount and then twist the antenna clockwise to tighten.

4. Apply silicon adhesive around the base of the antenna to help secure it during high wind or other extreme weather conditions.

5. Connect the antenna/surge arrester to the connector on the bottom of the enclosure.

   

   Antenna/Surge Arrester