Telenetics OMEGA Communications and Interface Cabinet Antenna - Manual (Page 9)

OMEGA Antenna Installation Manual 5
Chapter 2
Yagi Antenna
The OMEGA Yagi antenna is a National Bureau of Standards (NBS)-style antenna that
provides optimum gain and front-to-back ratio. These capabilities make it ideal for use with
your OMEGA Communications Interface Cabinet.
Parts List
Your Yagi antenna parts and hardware are stainless steel, aluminum, or non-corrosive
material. As you unpack your antenna you should find the following items:
! One Yagi antenna and mast
! One cable for connecting the antenna to the OMEGA
! One bag containing the following mounting hardware:
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One brass clamp
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One “L” bracket
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Two flat washers
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Two lock washers
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Two nuts
! This manual
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Telenetics immediately.
Choosing a Location
The Yagi antenna can only be mounted so the antenna is oriented horizontally with the
elements oriented vertically. For best performance, mount the antenna as high as possible, in a
clear location above or away from buildings, feed lines, utility wires, and other antennas. Your
expertise and particular circumstances will determine the final mounting method.
The antenna is directional. Therefore orient the antenna so the radio signal is pointed toward
the source with which you want to communicate.