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192 Chapter 12 Installing the Companion system
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Installing an indoor directional antenna
The indoor directional antenna has a backplate that allows for easy installation on a wall. The
antenna is installed half way between the floor and the ceiling.
For some applications (for example, a stairwell), you can install the antenna on the ceiling.
1 Use four screws to install the antenna. Refer to Figure 71.
Figure 71 Indoor directional external antenna (Canada)
2 To prevent stress on the coaxial cable, fasten the cable to the mounting surface.
3 Connect the antenna to the appropriate base station radio.
Installing an indoor omnidirectional antenna (Canada)
To install an indoor omnidirectional antenna, use the following guidelines:
• Use the bracket supplied to install the antenna on a wall or ceiling. This bracket provides the
necessary clearance between the floor or wall and the antenna.
• Mount the bracket so that the external antenna is vertical. The recommended installation
position on a wall is halfway between the floor and the ceiling.
1 Insert the antenna in the bracket so that the antenna is vertical.
2 Use two screws to install the bracket to the wall or ceiling.
3 To prevent cable stress on the coaxial cable, fasten the cable to the mounting surface with a
clamp.
4 Connect the external antenna to the appropriate base station.
Note: The coaxial cable length must not exceed 10 m (33 ft.).
Note: The length of the coaxial cable must not exceed 10 m (33 ft.).