PROEMION CANlink wireless 4001 - Page 47

5.2.1. Connecting an external antenna
The Type 4003 features an FAKRA antenna connector for connection of the RF antenna Bluetooth/WLAN antenna
(part number 157000126).
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TIP
You can request more information about other permitted RF antennas using the Proemion support
form at Support.
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DANGER
Danger of explosion due to the operation of electrical equipment in potentially explosive
atmospheres.
Severe injury or death.
- Observe the applicable regulations and precautions for potentially explosive areas.
- Do not mount the antenna in the close proximity of easily ignited substances (e.g. fuel tanks) and
insufficiently shielded electronic devices.
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CAUTION
Health hazards of radio-frequency energy
Slight or medium injury.
- Make sure the device is switched off during installation.
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NOTICE
Property damage
The device or antenna can be damaged.
- Do not shorten or lengthen antenna cables.
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NOTICE
Reduced antenna gain
Problems with the wireless connectivity can be caused by an insufficient antenna setup.
- Only use the antennas which are supplied as Proemion accessories.
- Change the mounting position of the CANlink wireless 4000 to reduce the distance between
antenna and the device.
- Do not extend the antenna cable. Order an alternative antenna with longer antenna cable.
- Keep the length of the antenna cable as short as possible.
- In case of using the antennas which are supplied with the hardware kit or as Proemion
accessories: Ensure that the minimum bending radius of the antenna cables is 8 times the outer
diameter.
1. Connect the RF antenna to the FAKRA connector of the device (model variant 4003).
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NOTICE
Loss of FCC certification possible.
- Only use antennas which are approved for the frequency range used.
- Only use antennas which do not cancel the WLAN or the Bluetooth qualification.
- Keep the end of the antenna away from metal components to avoid detuning.
CANlink wireless 4000 Device Manual