Communication 3-7
Installing the Antenna
Establishing remote, wireless communications with a TRITON+
monitor containing an internal modem involves installing a
wireless antenna and connecting the antenna to the monitor.
Depending on the TRITON+ monitor’s wireless signal strength at
the install site, the antenna may be installed inside or outside the
manhole. If the wireless signal strength is between -50dB and -
85dB, then the monitor’s antenna can possibly be installed inside
the manhole. The following sections detail gathering the tools and
equipment needed for in-manhole or out-of-manhole antenna
installations.
Note: Wireless monitor communications will not occur if
the antenna is underwater. Therefore, consider whether the
monitor needs to communicate during surcharge
conditions when deciding on the antenna placement.
Note: For wireless communication, it is very important to
test the TRITON+ to verify the entire system functions
and confirm network quality of service. Perform this
validation before deploying to the field and again at the
monitoring site before installing the monitor.
Gathering Parts and Supplies
Determine the tools and equipment needed for the antenna
installation using the following lists for in-manhole and out-of-
manhole antenna installations.
Parts and Supplies for Inside-the-Manhole
Antenna Installation
When the antenna can be installed inside the manhole, it can be
mounted from the monitor’s mounting bracket, a manhole rung, or
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