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3. Antenna Mounting Precautions
• Place the antenna at the highest point of the
vessel and ensure that there are no
obstructions surrounding the antenna.
• to avoid communication interference, ensure
that the antenna is placed at least 0.5m away
from other antennas and metal objects.
• Avoid installing the antenna near the vessel’s
chimney, as the smoke and soot emitted by the
chimney can obstruct the signal level achieved
by the antenna.
• Install the antenna away from the vessel’s heat
sources and flammable gases.
4. Cable Routing
• Survey the planned cable route and look for any
blocked passages. Consider alternate routes
to find the best available path. If extension
cables are needed, refer to the cable
configuration diagram. Always keep the cables
as short as possible to make sure that
minimum cable losses are achieved.
Note: Take advantage of any existing cable
channels e.g. wiring conduits to route the cables.
• Avoid running cables through components or
sharp apertures that may cause excessive
chafing. Doing so may erode the jacket and
break signal continuity. Also, avoid kinking,
pinching, or twisting a cable during a run.
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