Beam RST710 antenna Installation Guide

Beam RST710 antenna Installation Guide
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Below you will find brief information for antenna RST710. RST710 antenna is intended for various applications and is able to support marine, vehicle and fixed sites. This document will give you step by step walkthrough through installation process using either pole or bracket mount.

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Beam Antenna RST710 Installation Guide | Manualzz

 

1 x Bracket 

INSTALLATION GUIDE 

Beam Antenna  RST710 

For more information on Iridium Antenna Guidelines visit our website at  www.beamcommunications.com 

Antenna

4 x Small Screws 

2 x ‘U’ Bolts 

4 x Nuts 

Antenna Base

1 x Pole 

 

The antenna can be installed using either a pole mount or bracket mount provided. 

Pole Mount Assembly 

1) Feed the cable through the pole 

2) Feed the cable through the base plate 

3) Connect the antenna cable to the antenna 

4) Screw the base to the antenna housing using screws provided 

5) Screw the pole into the base to secure the pole to the antenna 

 

 

 

Bracket Mounting Assembly 

1) Attach the antenna bracket to the base of the antenna housing using  the screws provided 

2) Using the “U” bolt provided, the antenna can be affixed to either a  horizontal or pole mount. 

Horizontal Pole Vertical Pole

Mount Mount

 

Applications 

 

USRMAN003901 - Antenna Instructions

 

 

INSTALLATION GUIDE 

Beam Antenna  RST710 

 

 

Antenna installation is critical for optimum performance of your Iridium service.  

Installing Guidelines 

To ensure maximum performance of the antenna system and to maximise availability and reliability of service  the antenna must;  

• have a clear line of site to the sky 

• be clear and free of obstructions  

• be clear of metal objects  

• be located away from other transmitting devices  

• be securely affixed in location 

• not be located indoors 

• be installed in conjunction with a certified cable   

 

Installing Antenna Cables 

When installing antenna cables, follow these guidelines: 

• Route and restrain cables to prevent them from vibrating or moving under normal conditions, which could  result in damage to the antenna or the coaxial cable connections.  

• Wherever the cables contact structures, protect the cables from chafing or abrasion. If a cable needs to be  bent, avoid kinking it, and ensure that each bend radius follows the cable supplier limits.  

• Use coaxial sealant, shrink‐wrap tubing, electrical tape, or another suitable product to seal all cable  connections appropriately to prevent moisture and corrosion damage from weather exposure.  

• Mount all antennas vertically and clear of nearby metal obstructions  

• Minimize horizontal obstructions as much as possible because they can create areas of poor system coverage. 

• To minimize the loss of radio signal from the antenna to the terminal, the specific coaxial cable system  between the antenna and the other component should be less than 3db including connector loss. 

 

Installation Options 

The antenna system is suitable for marine, vehicle and fixed applications and is designed to meet Iridium System 

  performance requirements when installed according to the instructions in this guide. 

The following figure shows typical Installations: 

Preferred Antenna Location

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vehicle Antenna Installation 

The ideal position for any vehicle‐ mounted application is to capitalise  on the greatest ground plane from  the surface of the vehicle. 

Marine Antenna Installation

The antenna must be installed  without obstruction of other  instruments or structures. 

The antenna must not be positioned  within range of radar equipment or  other RF interference. 

Fixed Site Installation

The antenna must be installed  without obstruction of other  buildings, chimneys or other  structures. 

Consideration should also be given  to the surrounding environments  such as large trees, mountains or  other buildings. 

USRMAN003901 - Antenna Instructions

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Key Features

  • Marine, vehicle and fixed applications
  • Pole or bracket mount
  • Clear line of sight to the sky
  • Clear of obstructions
  • Clear of metal objects
  • Away from other transmitting devices
  • Securely affixed
  • Not located indoors
  • Certified cable
  • Coaxial sealant, shrink-wrap tubing, electrical tape

Frequently Answers and Questions

How to install antenna?
The antenna can be installed using either a pole mount or bracket mount provided.
Where should I locate antenna for best performance?
Antenna must have clear line of sight to the sky, be clear of obstructions, metal objects and other transmitting devices. Also it should be located away from indoors.
What cables should I use with the antenna and how to install it?
Use certified cable and follow the provided guidelines for installation. Route and restrain cables to prevent them from vibrating or moving under normal conditions, protect them from chafing or abrasion, avoid kinking and follow radius limits. Seal all cable connections to prevent moisture and corrosion damage.

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