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H-223 – Xylem H-223 User Manual

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1-4 Assembly & Installation

H-223

3.0 Installation

The adjustable mount is designed to fit over a standard 2-inch pipe mast. It works in both the vertical

and horizontal positions. The antenna must have a clear, unobstructed view of the satellite. Mount the

antenna above the reach of vandals and away from pipes, wires and other metal obstructions. The

antenna should be mounted at least 6 feet (2 wavelengths) above the earth to provide proper impedance

matching. Install the antenna with the side marked “this side up” appropriately.

Rotate the adjustable mount to the desired azimuth position. Tighten the two setscrews against the pipe

mast, then tighten the two jam-nuts to prevent the setscrews from working loose. Raise the boom to the

desired elevation, then tighten the two 1/4" hex bolts on the mount. Strap the coax cable to the pipe mast

as needed to prevent wind damage.

4.0 Lead Wire

Keep the lead wire as short as possible. Use RG-58 (or preferably LMR-240) 50 ohm coax cable. For a

lead wire longer than 20 feet use LMR-400 or similar low loss cable. Install a lightning arrester or other

protective device in the gauge station. Use a drip-loop or roof jack to prevent water from following the

coax into the gauge station.