AIS 650 Installation manual - Zanshin

Important: The main requirement of the intended location for the
GPS antenna is that it gives a good direct line of site to the entire
sky, right around the horizon.
Unit dimensions
Ensure that the intended mounting location is:
• Open and clear of any obstructions (such as masts, search lights,
or other structures) that could block line-of-sight to the sky.
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• As low as possible, to keep the antenna as stable as possible.
The more stable the unit, the more effectively it will track satellites
and provide stable data.
Status
AIS650 Class B Transceiver
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• As far as possible (at least 1 m (3 ft)) from other antennae and
electronic equipment.
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Do NOT mount the antenna:
• In any area where it could be stepped on or tripped over
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• Up a mast. This will cause the antenna to swing and give
significant errors in position data
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• In the direct path of a radar beam.
Item
Description
A. 150 mm (5.90 in)
B. 167 mm (6.57 in)
C. 50 mm (1.95 in)
D. 20.3 mm (0.8 in)
E. 99.5 mm (3.92 in)
F. 54 mm (2.12 in)
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