NETGEAR 2409 User manual

201-10080-01

Version 1.0

March 2004

NETGEAR, Inc.

4500 Great America Parkway

Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA

Installation Guide for the

9 dBi Omni-directional

Antenna ANT2409

201-10080-01

Trademarks

NETGEAR is a trademark of Netgear, Inc.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media Player are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

RHAPSODY is a registered trademark of Listen.com.

Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

Statement of Conditions

In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to

make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that

may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio

Frequency Notice

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

In the U.S., the ANT2409 antenna should only be used with devices that have been FCC approved for use with it. Please

check the NETGEAR web site at http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antannas_fcc for an updated list of FCC

approved devices.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to

radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one

or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, (2) Increase the separation

between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected, (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and European Radiation

Exposure Statements

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In

order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the

antenna shall not be less than 30 cm (12 inches) during normal operation. This device should not be

co-located with other transmitters.

European Emission Statement

For EU, use of any antenna requires careful planning and extra consideration to comply with EU emissions,

health standards and regulations. It is recommended that a qualified professional installer service is

consulted for site survey and proper installation. Antenna installation must comply with the maximum level

authorized by each country. See http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antannas_eu for product combinations that

comply with EU regulations.

Safety

The NETGEAR wireless devices WG302, FWG114P, FVM318, ME103, and FM114P have been tested with the antenna

ANT2409 and have successfully passed all relevant tests contained in the Standard for the Safety of Information

Technology Equipment for Europe (EN 60950-2000) equivalent to North American Standards UL 60950, Third Edition,

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-00, Third Edition and Australian/New Zealand Standards ACA TS 001-1997, and AS/NZS

3260:1993 with A1 through A4.

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Contents v

Contents

Chapter 1

Getting Started with the ANT2409

Welcome .........................................................................................................................1-1

Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-1

Pole Mount Configuration ...............................................................................................1-3

Flat Surface Mount Configuration ...................................................................................1-4

Placement and Other Important Considerations ............................................................1-5

Chapter 2

Installing the 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna

First, Assemble and Mount the Antenna ........................................................................2-2

Now, Connect the Antenna ............................................................................................2-3

Connecting the Antenna for and Outdoor Installation ..............................................2-3

Connecting the Antenna for an Indoor Installation ...................................................2-5

Chapter 3

Specifications

9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna and Mounting Assembly ..............................................3-1

2 Meter Antenna Cable ...................................................................................................3-2

N/SMA Adaptor Accessory .............................................................................................3-3

Lightening Arrestor .........................................................................................................3-4

Radiation Pattern: Elevation (Vertical plane) ..................................................................3-5

Radiation Pattern: Azimuth (Horizontal plane) ...............................................................3-6

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Getting Started with the ANT2409 1-1

Chapter 1

Getting Started with the ANT2409

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing the NETGEAR ANT2409 antenna. This Installation Guide provides

installing instructions and guidelines for using the NETGEAR 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna.

Package Contents

Figure 1-1: Package contents

The package should contain the following items:

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Installation Guide for the 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna ANT2409

1-2 Getting Started with the ANT2409

• NETGEAR Indoor / Outdoor 9 dBi 2.4 – 2.5GHz Omni-Directional Antenna ANT2409

• 2-meter low loss antenna cable to connect the antenna to a lightning arrestor

• Lightning Arrestor

NOTE: a ground cable is not included but required for outdoor installation. The grounding

cable must be equivalent or better than: AWG 10, UL 1015, Stranded, 600 V, 105 oC, green or

green/yellow insulation, 2 clip of 5.5 mm inner diameter cramped at both ends, cable no longer

than 5 meters.

• Reverse N/SMA Adapter

• Antenna mounting assembly (tube, grommet, 2 brackets, screws, washers)

• L shape bracket for top & ceiling mounting

• Screws, bolts, washers, U-bolts and plastic anchors

• Installation Guide

• Warranty and Support Information card

If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the

carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.

Antenna cable for connecting the wireless device is sold separately. Please use a NETGEAR

model ACC-10314-01, 02, 03, 04, or 05 cable.

To obtain optimal results in extending wireless range with antenna installations, consult a qualified

professional installer for site survey and installation assistance.

In the U.S., the ANT2409 antenna should only be used with devices that have been FCC approved

for use with it. Please check the NETGEAR web site at

http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_fcc for an updated list of FCC approved devices.

For Europe, use of any antenna requires careful planning and extra consideration to comply with

EU emissions and health standards and regulations. Antenna installation must comply with the

maximum level authorized by each country. Please check the NETGEAR web site

at http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_eu for a list of restrictions and approved devices.

Installation Guide for the 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna ANT2409

Getting Started with the ANT2409 1-3

Pole Mount Configuration

This illustration shows the pole mount configuration option.

Figure 1-2: Antenna Assembled in Pole Mount Configuration

Installation Guide for the 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna ANT2409

1-4 Getting Started with the ANT2409

Flat Surface Mount Configuration

This illustration shows a flat surface mount configuration.

Figure 1-3: Antenna Assembled in the Flat Surface Mount Configuration

Note: For wall mount installation, the L-bracket is not used.

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