Installation guidelines

Applicable receivers:  All receivers

For the receivers to perform optimally, the following precautions should be taken or followed.

Considering environmental conditions

Install the receiver in a dry, well-ventilated location. Avoid exposure to extreme environmental conditions. This includes:

• Water or excessive moisture

• Excessive heat greater than 75 °C (167 °F)

• Excessive cold less than –40 °C (–40 °F)

• Corrosive fluids and gases

Avoiding these conditions improves the receiver’s performance and long-term product reliability.

Sources of electrical interference

Avoid the following sources of electrical and magnetic noise:

• Gasoline engines (spark plugs)

• Television and computer monitors

• Alternators and generators

• Electric motors

• Propeller shafts

• Equipment with DC-to-AC converters

• Fluorescent lights

• Switching power supplies

Mounting the antennas

Choosing the correct location for the antenna is critical for a high-quality installation. Poor or incorrect antenna placement can affect accuracy and reliability and may result in damage during normal operation. Follow these guidelines to select the antenna location:

• If the application is mobile, place the antenna on a flat surface along the centerline of the vehicle.

• Choose an area with a clear view to the sky above metallic objects.

• Avoid areas with high vibration, excessive heat, electrical interference, and strong magnetic fields.

• Avoid mounting the antenna near stays, electrical cables, metal masts, or other antennas.

• Avoid mounting the antenna near transmitting antennas, radar arrays, or satellite communication equipment.