Honeywell GSM-ANT3dB GSM Antenna Installation Guide

K14441V2 1/07 Rev. A
AlarmNet GSMGSM-ANT3dB
ANT3dB
Remote Weatherproof Antenna
Installation Guide
General
7845GSM and 7845i-GSM Communication Modules both come equipped with internal dual band cellular
antennas. In most cases, this antenna will provide a sufficient received signal strength indication (RSSI) for
a successful installation.
The Honeywell GSM-ANT3dB Remote Weatherproof Antenna should be used in installations where the
antenna must be mounted outdoors at some distance from the radio and gain is needed.
Signal Strength
For reliable service, 7845GSM and 7845i-GSM should only be installed in locations where the RSSI is a
minimum of three bars. RSSI is a measure of how well the 7845GSM is receiving the cell tower.
The RSSI value measured in dBm can be viewed using the 7720P Programming Tool, by using the shift <E>
command.
dBm is displayed as a negative value on the 7720P. A less negative number is a better RSSI (for example,
-60 dBm is a better RSSI than -100 dBm).
Installation Guidelines
By following a few simple guidelines, you can maximize the performance of the 7845GSM / 7845i-GSM and
simplify your installation using the internal antenna.
• Find the best coverage before mounting and wiring into the radio by moving 7845GSM to several
locations while monitoring the RSSI.
• The best RSSI can usually be found at the highest point in the building on an exterior wall. Avoid
the basement.
• Do not mount the 7845GSM or 7845i-GSM on or near large metal objects such as steel I-beams,
HVAC ducts, etc.
If a consistent RSSI of three bars cannot be found with the internal antenna, an external antenna should be
used.
External Antenna
The GSM-ANT3dB is an exterior weatherproof antenna that can be mounted up to 50 feet away from the
radio when the proper coax cable is used. Refer to Table 1 for coax cable selection. Install the GSM-ANT3dB
as follows:
1. Measure and record the 7845GSM RSSI using the internal antenna for reference.
2. Disconnect all power from the unit including the battery.
3. Remove plastic plug from the SMA mounting hole on top of the 7845GSM and insert the SMA end of
the adapter cable. Secure the SMA connector with the included nut.
4. Plug the MMCX end of the adapter cable into the external antenna port and route cable as shown.
5. Attach the antenna to the mounting bracket as shown in Figure 1.
6. Find a suitable location so that the antenna will be mounted vertically. The best antenna location is
usually at the highest point in the building.
• Avoid the basement.
• Avoid mounting on or near large metal objects.
7. Route the coax cable and make all required connections.
8. Restore power to the unit, measure the RSSI and compare the new value to the value recorded in
Step 1.
9. Adjust the location of the antenna if needed to maximize the RSSI, for at least three bars.
10. Permanently mount the antenna vertically using the hardware as shown. The included silicon
rubber tape is used to waterproof the antenna connection.
7626-50HC
7626-25HC
7626-12
7626-5
ANTENNA
BRACKET
GSM-ANT 3dB
NUT
WA7626-CA CABLE
BRACKET
EXTERNAL
ANTENNA
PORT
INTERNAL
ANTENNA
FOR EXTERNAL ANTENNA
50 OHM MMCX ONLY
7720P PROGRAMMER PORT
NOT FOR TELEPHONE SERVICE USE!
SMA / MMCX ADAPTER CABLE
PRIMARY POWER: 9 - 16.5 VAC
CURRENT: 900mA PEAK, 70mA STANDBY
BATTERY: 8V. 3.1 AHr FOR 24 Hr BACKUP
FCC:XXXXXXXXXX
R
Y
Y
G
G
G
M1
M0
Min. Lit
ON
IBS
Select a site where signal strength is 3 - 5 bars lit solid.
RSSI
SIGNAL STRENGTH (RSSI) FUNCTION LED DISPLAY
IC: YYYYYYYYYY
GPRS
TB 1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
BLACK
RED
7845GSM-029-V1
SILICON
TAPE
WRAP
BLK
RED
Figure 1 – GSM-ANT3dB Remote, Weatherproof Antenna Installation
Kit Part No.
Includes:
GSM3dB50KT
7626-50HC, 50 ft., RG8 cable
GSM3dB25KT
7626-25HC, 25 ft., RG8 cable
GSM3dB12KT
7626-12, 12 ft., RG142 cable
GSM3dB5KT
7626-5, 5 ft., RG142 cable
Table 1: GSM-ANT3dB Antenna Kits
SPECIFICATIONS:
Type:
Bands:
Polarization:
Gain (Average):
Impedance:
Dual band, field diverse
824-896 MHz
1850-1990 MHz
Vertical and horizontal
3dBi
50 Ohms
Input Power (Max.)
VSWR:
100W
<2:1
Dimensions:
Randome Material:
Connector Type:
3.15" x 1.44"
ABS, black
Type N female
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