BEAM RST706 Dual Mode Whip Antenna Installation Guide

: June 6, 2024
: BEAM

Table of Contents

Introduction
Important Safety Information
Antenna Installation Location
Outside/Vehicle Installation Options
Electrical Connection
Specifications
References
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BEAM RST706 Dual Mode Whip Antenna Installation Guide

Iridium GPS Dual Mode Whip Antenna Kit Contents

Antenna
Mounting bracket
Mounting Nut
SMA to TNC adapter
Lock washer
4 x Mounting bolts
4 x Split washers
4 x Mounting nuts

Introduction

The Beam Iridium Dual Mode Whip Antenna (RST706) is intended for Land based applications. Designed to work with Beam Iridium products and other Iridium based devices. Iridium Dual Mode Whip Antennas (RST706) excel in SUV/4WD/RV and Truck applications where a rugged antenna giving the highest possible clearance above the roof line is required. The antenna can be easily fitted to the bull bar of a vehicle and has 5 meters (16 ft) of cable included.

Important Safety Information

WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Beam Communications could void the users authority to operate the equipment or the warranty.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause harmful interference and
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

Antenna Installation Location

The antenna should be attached in a location that provides the clearest line of site to the sky without obstruction or interference. Ideally the antenna should be fitted on the bull bar of a vehicle. Most bull bars already have a fitting and hole for this type of antenna, if not, then a suitable hole or fixing plate will be required.

Outside/Vehicle Installation Options

Fitting the antenna to an attachment point with a 16mm hole.
Use the mounting bracket to clamp to horizontal or vertical tubing.
Attachment to a fixed support. Screw or bolt the angled plate to a support/structure.

Electrical Connection

Connect the SAT cable running from the antenna to the SMA/TNC adapter. Then connect the TNC adapter to the TNC connector on the loom coming from the dock or the TNC Bulkhead at the rear of the terminal.
Connect the GPS cable running from the antenna to the SMA connector on the loom coming from the dock or the SMA Bulkhead at the rear of the terminal.

Specifications

General Specifications

Finish: Weatherable Polymer Black
Weight: 0.822kg (1.812lbs)
Length: 78cm (30.73 inches)
Width: 3.8cm (1.50 inches)
Operating Temp: -40°C to +85°C, (-40°F to 185° F)
Altitude: 6,096m (20,000’)

Iridium Specifications

Frequency: 1616 – 1626.5 MHz
Polarisation: Right Hand Circular
Axial Ratio: 3dB max at bore sight
VSWR: ≤ 2.0:1
Impedance: 50 ohms
Power Handling: 10 watts
Connector: TNC Male
Cable: Includes 5m (16.4’) of LMR240 Ultra Flex

GPS Specifications

Frequency: 1575.42+/- 10MHz
Polarization: Right Hand Circular
Axial Ratio: 3db Max at bore sight
Amplifier
Gain: 26 ± 2dB
Noise Figure: 2.5dB max
Impedance: 50 ohms
VSWR: < 2.0 : 1
Voltage: 3.3V DC (35mA)
Power Handling: 1 watt
Connector: SMA Male
Cable: Includes 5m (16.4’) of RG316