Operator's Manual

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Figure 3-2. Suggested Mobile Installations Using ATU
Figure 3-3. Suggested Mobile Installations Using FAD1410
3-3.6 GPS Antenna
If you will use the integral GPS receiver of your radio set, then it is necessary to select a suitable
location for the GPS antenna.
3-3.6.1 GPS Antenna Description
The GPS antenna is a compact active omnidirectional antenna with magnetic
mounting, which attaches easily and firmly to vehicle’s steel body parts, even
when painted. The antenna will not attach to non-magnetic alloys (e.g., aluminum
alloys), nor to parts made of composite materials (e.g., fiberglass).
The antenna connects to the GPS connector of the Micom-Z transceiver through a 5-meter (15 feet)
long coaxial cable, which is part of the antenna. This cable carries both DC power for the antenna, and
the received GPS signals.
The antenna is 42 mm wide by 50.5 mm long by 13.8 mm high (1.65”×1.99”×0.55”), and it requires a
minimal ground plane of 60 by 60 mm (2.36”×2.36”) to provide the specified performance.