Ag Leader GPS 2500/2500B Operators Manual - Manual (Page 12)

6
I
NSTALLATION
Before installing and using the GPS 2500/2500B Smart Antenna, read the following recommendations to
ensure the optimal life and accuracy of your antenna.
P
ROPER
L
OCATION
Note: An obstructed view of the sky will result in impaired system performance. The GPS engine computes a
position based on measurements from each satellite to the internal GPS receiver.
Proper antenna placement is critical to positioning
accuracy. To select the proper antenna location:
1.Place the antenna with an unobstructed view of the
sky.
2.Mount the antenna on, or as close as possible to,
the center of your point of measurement.
3.Position the antenna as high as possible. The
picture shows the ideal location to place the antenna
on a vehicle.
M
OUNTING THE
GPS 2500 S
MART
A
NTENNA
The GPS 2500 Smart Antenna features a built-in magnetic mount. For added versatility, the magnet can
be removed allowing the unit to be flush mounted if desired. Standard M6 size screws can be used for
mounting.
P
OWER
C
ABLE
S
OURCE AND
R
OUTE
Review the following cautions before planning your power cable route.
• Avoid running cables in areas of excessive heat.
• Keep cables away from corrosive chemicals.
• Do not run the extension cable through door or window jams.
• Keep the cables away from rotating machinery.
• Do not bend excessively or crimp the cables.
• Avoid placing tension on the cables.
• Remove unwanted slack from the extension cable at the receiver end.
• Secure along the cable route using plastic wraps.
WARNING: Improperly-installed cables near machinery are dangerous.
P
OWERING THE
GPS 2500 S
MART
A
NTENNA
Use a 9 - 36 VDC power supply source for the GPS 2500 Smart Antenna. For optimal performance, use
a continuous and clean power supply.