POYNTING MIMO-3-14 Transportation and Automotive Antenna User Guide

MIMO-3-14 Transportation and Automotive Antenna

Product Information

The A-MIMO-0003-V2 is an omni-directional transportation and automotive antenna. It comes with adhesive foam discs, stainless steel screws, grip extenders, cable clips, spigot seal, and a plastic nut. It can be mounted using the 10mm or 50mm threaded spigot and is compatible with Wi-Fi. The product also offers optional accessories such as various cable extensions and a magnetic base kit.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Download the 1:1 drilling template from https://www.poynting.tech/downloads for the threaded spigot mounting.
2. Use a drilling machine, hammer, masking tape, 27mm spanner/wrench, and safety goggles for installation.
3. Refer to the drilling template for recommended drill hole diameter and location.
4. Ensure that the antenna is placed at least 0.5m away from other antennas and metal objects to avoid signal obstruction.
5. Make sure not to install on a wet or windy day or when there is lightning or thunder in the area.
6. Wear protective clothing, rubber gloves, and shoes with rubber soles and heels during installation.
7. Avoid installation while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
8. Secure any loose-fitting jewelry or clothing and tie back long hair to avoid getting caught in moving parts during installation.
9. Route the cables carefully to avoid interference with the driver’s ability to operate the vehicle safely.
10. Ensure that the cables are properly secured to prevent rattling loose.
11. If unsure about the installation process, seek the help of aprofessional installer.

*Antenna colour and number of cables will differ with different versions

Packing Check List

Antenna Only

| 1
2.| Adhesive Foam Discs| 6
3.| M4 x 12mm Stainless Steel Screws| 6

(4 Attached to antenna)

4.| Grip Extenders| 5*
5.| +SMA(F) to RP-

SMA(M) Adapter

| 2*
6.| 10mm Threaded Spigot| 1
7.| 50mm Threaded Spigot| 1
8.| Plastic Nut| 1
9.| Cable Clips| 2
10.| Spigot Seal| 1

*Quantity will differ with different versions
+Antenna with Wi-Fi only

Appearance of components

Tools Required

Drilling Template

(Available on www.poynting.tech/downloads)

Optional Accessories

1. Various cable extensions are available
2. Magnetic Base Kit (MBK)

Introduction

This User Guide provides information on the installation instructions of the Omni-directional transportation and automotive antenna (A-MIMO-0003-V2).

Antenna Configuration 1

Threaded Spigot Mounting
Download the 1:1 drill template from https://www.poynting.tech/downloads

• Choose the mounting location carefully and a position at least 50cm from heat sources, with a clear line of sight to the sky. It is recommended that the antenna be installed at the highest possible location on the vehicle’s roof so that a signal can be received in a 360° radius, clear of obstacles including parts of the vehicle’s body and that the mounting surface is as flat as possible. The antenna is designed to be ground plane independent and can be mounted accordingly. However, mounting the antenna centered on a metallic surface will benefit its performance.
• Once you have decided on the location and checked that there are no obstructions such as cables or channels below the mounting surface, for the fastening nut and cables to pass through, use the downloaded 1:1 drill template to mark the mounting location.
• To prevent the marking tool or drill sliding off course, use masking tape over the drilling point to help hold the drill point in place. The masking tape also prevents hot shavings from the drill or hole saw which could penetrate and damage the painted surface.
• Set the drilling machine to low speed and carefully drill a pilot hole (Ø3mm drilling bit works well). Use a Ø22mm metal hole saw or step drill to open the hole to the required size.
• Note: The recommended drill hole diameter for MIMO-3-V2 is Ø22mm
• Clean the entire surface on which you plan to mount the antenna. Cleaning is done so as not to damage the vehicle’s paint and to ensure good contact of the foam surface to the mounting area.
• Alcohol wipes can be used to remove oil and dirt from the surface.
• Remove the wax protection paper from the adhesive foam seal at the base of the antenna.
• Insert the antenna cables and threaded spigot through the drilled hole.
• Push the antenna down onto the mounting surface and make sure the antenna is placed straight and correctly.
• Fit the plastic nut from the inside of the mounting platform.
• Be careful not to over tighten the nut.
• You may use the 6 x (M4 x 10mm) brass threaded inserts to further secure the antenna. Please refer to the drilling template for hole locations. The use of M4 threaded rod is the preferred fastening method.
•  The 10mm Threaded Spigot should be used to secure the antenna to a surface structure of 10mm thickness or less. Likewise, the 50mm threaded Spigot should be used to secure the antenna to a surface structure of 50mm thickness or less.

Download the Drilling template as shown in the image below

Installation Drill Hole Template

Exploded View

Antenna Configuration 2

Adhesive surface mounting

• Clean the entire surface on which you plan to stick the antenna
• Remove Nut, spigot seal and short spigot from antenna
• Push the RF cables into the groove in the plastic base
• Secure cable with the 2 x cable clips and 4 x (M4 x 12mm) stainless steel screws
• Pull off the one side of the adhesive wax paper of each of the 6 x adhesive foam discs

Exploded View

Optional magnetic base kit

Optional Magnetic Base Kit

Antenna mounting Precautions

• Place the antenna at the highest point possible and ensure that there are not any surrounding obstructions to the antenna.
• In order to avoid communication interference, ensure that the antenna is placed at least 0.5m away from other antennas and metal objects.
• Avoid installing the antenna near a chimney, as the smoke and soot emitted by the chimney can obstruct the signal level achieved by the antenna.
• Install the antenna away from heat sources and flammable gases.

Cable Routing

• Survey the planned cable route and look for any blocked passages. Consider alternate routes to find the best available path. Always keep the cables as short as possible to make sure that minimum cable losses are achieved.
• Note: Take advantage of any existing cable channels. e.g., wiring conduits to route the cables.
• Avoid running cables through components or sharp apertures that may cause excessive chafing. Doing so may erode the jacket and break signal continuity. Also, avoid kinking, pinching, or twisting a cable during a run.
• Use cable ties to secure the antenna cables. When handling the antenna cables, it is essential you follow these basic rules:
• Never pull on the cable connectors; pull only on the cable.
• Never run cables in a manner that interferes with the driver’s ability to safely operate the vehicle.
• Tighten the connectors and ensure that the cables don’t rattle loose.

safety

• If you are installing an antenna for the first time or unsure about how to install your antenna, obtain the help of a professional installer.
• Carefully survey the installation site before installation to locate secure handholds, dangerous conditions and the safest and most convenient placement for ladders if necessary.
• The antenna may not be used as a climbing or pulling device.
• Considerations must be taken when mounting the antenna that people do not hang or pull on it.

When installing your antenna, remember:

1. Do not install on a wet or windy day or when there is lightning or thunder in the area.
2. Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels, protective clothing (long sleeve shirt or jacket) and rubber gloves.
3. Avoid installation while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
4. Make sure that any loose-fitting jewelry or clothing is secured and tie back long hair as they can get caught in moving parts during installation.
5. If the antenna assembly starts to fall, get away from it and let it fall to avoid harming yourself.

When drilling remember:

1. Use safety goggles when drilling the holes.
2. Avoid using bits that are dull, bent or damaged.
3. Be aware of where your fingers are in relation to the drill bit when using the drilling machine.
4. To stop the drilling machine, let the drill chuck come to a complete stop on its own. Do not grasp the chuck in an attempt to stop the drill bit.
5. Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the drill bit or cutting tool.

CAUTION:
Antennas must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons so as to comply with SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) RF Exposure requirements.
European Waste Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
Please ensure that old waste, electricals and electronics are recycled.
Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 3)
This product is fully compliant with the RoHS 3 directive.

References

• Downloads - Poynting Tech - Antenna Solutions, South Africa, USA & Europe

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