PANORAMA ANTENNAS SAB-324-2 Dual Sharkee Mounting Adaptor Kit Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Panorama Antennas
Table of Contents
**PANORAMA ANTENNAS SAB-324-2 Dual Sharkee Mounting Adaptor Kit Instruction Manual
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Introduction
For use with the GPSD4/SHK[G]4-6-60[-X] MiMo sharkfi n antenna series, the SAB-324-2 provides a simple mounting solution for fi tting this product line to the peak of the ribs on the roof of a Ford Explorer / Interceptor 2020.
Comprising a silicone rubber mounting boot and extended adhesive conductive pads to maintain eff ective coupling to the groundplane, the kit is easy to fi t to the antenna and to install on the vehicle. When correctly fi tted the adaptor will seal the mounting hole and conform to the contours of the roof rib presenting a pleasant aesthetic fi nish. This installation guide must be read in conjunction with the standard installation guide for the antenna range.
Mounting requirements and selecting location
Select a suitable position to mount the antenna. The centre line of the antenna must be positioned on the centre line of the vehicle roof rib. Select a position where the curvature or slope of the rib are consistent. Avoid locations where the adaptor boot edges will be positioned over dips or changes in the roof rib profi le. The adaptor boot can be used before fi tment to the antenna to check whether a location is suitable, to establish whether the adaptor will conform neatly to the rib profi le and as a template to mark out the position of the required mounting hole.
It is recommended that the installation is carried out when the temperature is higher than 50°F (10°C) – the ideal temperature for the pad bonding is in the range of 70°F (21°C) to 100°F (37°C).
Ensure that there is adequate under panel clearance and that there are no objects or obstructions under the panel where you need to drill.
For optimal performance, the antenna should, if possible, be mounted at least 300mm (1ft) away from other conductive objects on the mounting panel.
Conductive pad replacement
Remove all four existing conductive pads from the base of the antenna. Ensure that no pad debris remains on antenna base. Remove mounting nut and washer from base and antenna cables. Remove backing and liner from replacement conductive pads. Firmly affi x conductive pads to antenna base within the cutout positions. Ensure that conductive pads are positioned centrally within the cut-outs. See fi gure 1.
Fig 1. Remove existing conductive pads and fi t new conductive pads
supplied with SAB-324-2
Fit boot to antenna
Remove the adhesive pad liner from the base of the antenna. Feed the antenna cables through the adaptor boot centre hole. Check that the adaptor boot is correctly aligned with the antenna. The text saying ‘front’ on the adaptor boot should be positioned at the front of the antenna. Carefully affi x adaptor boot to base of antenna ensuring that the existing boot edges match the lip profi le of the adaptor boot.
Fig 2. Ensure correct alignment and fi t adaptor boot to antenna
base
Prepare and make hole
Mark the required hole position and mask the surrounding area to protect the paintwork. Drill a pilot hole and then increase the hole diameter to 19mm (3/4”) or 25mm (1”) if using M18-EXT series extension bush adapter. Ensure that the drill / cutter does not make contact with the headliner. Clean the area around the hole carefully removing all swarf and any burrs.
Mount the antenna
Where applicable, assemble the extension bush adapter to the antenna tightening fully with a spanner. Take care not to damage the threads on the extension bush and, if using M18-EXT-SLT slotted extension bush, ensure that the antenna cables are not trapped or damaged.
Feed the antenna cables and mounting boss through the mounting hole. Position the antenna on the rib ensuring that the adaptor boot edges make close contact with the vehicle roof in all positions. Light downward force may be applied to the antenna in order to ensure that adaptor boot skirt edges will come into contact with the vehicle roof . Assemble the washer and nut from under the panel and tighten to 5Nm (3.6 ft lbs). Do not overtighten as this may damage the mounting surface. Check that the adaptor boot edges are co-incident with the mounting surface. Correct installation will result in the edges of the adaptor boot splaying outwards towards the mounting surface. Ensure that the antenna does not rotate during the fi nal tightening process as this may compromise the integrity of the seal.
Fig 3. Mount antenna to vehicle roof
Notices
DO NOT
- install to vehicles other than specifi ed make and models
- attempt to install the antennas without the proper safe equipment to access the install location.
- install the antenna in such a way that it may fall and cause injury.
- chew parts or put them in mouth, keep away from unsupervised children.
European Waste Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. All
electronic products with the WEEE logo must be collected and sent to approved
operators for safe disposal or recycling. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Many electrical/electronic equipment retailers facilitate “Distributor
Take-Back scheme”for household WEEE. Check with your Local Authority or
electronic retailers for designated collection facilities where WEEE can be
disposed of for free.
Waiver: This document represents information compiled to the best of our present knowledge. It is not intended to as a representation or warranty of fi tness of the products described for any particular purpose. This document details guidelines for general information purposes only. Always seek specialist advice when planning installations and ensure that antennas are always installed by a properly qualifi ed installer in compliance with local laws and regulations.
