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How to install the PCTEL LTE Antenna

This is a step-by-step instruction set for how to install the PCTEL LTE Antenna

  1. The PCTEL antenna is a high gain omnidirectional  cellular LTE antenna.  
  2. The antenna is IP67 rated and is intended for indoor installation or above ground outdoor installation only.  Do not use this antenna for pit applications.
  3. The antenna comes standard with a 5ft cable, or 25ft by request.  
  4. An L bracket is typically supplied for mounting.  Please use the included screws or your own to fasten to a stud or side wall.  Make sure the mount is within 5ft of the Aquana SV2 antenna receptacle.
  5. After the L bracket is mounted, remove the nut and locking washer from the antenna.
  6. Mount the antenna through the top of the bracket, as shown in the picture below..
  7. First thread the locking washer, then the nut onto the threaded connector of the antenna and secure the antenna in place.  Do not over tighten.   
  8. Now connect the antenna cable to the SV2 and the antenna.
  9. We recommend that execute the “Check Network Connection” function using Aquana Mobile again after installation to ensure a reliable connection to the cellular network.