Netgear ANT2409 Installation Guide
Installation Guide for the
9 dBi Omni-directional
Antenna ANT2409
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
201-11248-01
April 2008
© 2008 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
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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
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
approved devices.
http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antannas_fcc for an updated list of FCC
European Emission Statement
For EU, use of any antenna requires careful planning and extra consideration to comply with EU emissions, healt h
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.co m/go/antannas_eu for product combinations that comply with EU regulations.
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Contents
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-1
Pole Mounting Configuration ..........................................................................................1-3
Flat Surface Mounting Configuration .. ...... ......................................................................1-4
Placement and Other Important Considerations ............................................................1-4
Chapter 2
Installing the Wireless Antenna
First, Assemble and Mount the Antenna ........................................................................2-1
Now, Connect the Antenna ............................................................................................2-4
Connecting the Antenna for and Outdoor Installation ..............................................2-4
Connecting the Antenna for an Indoor Installation ................................................... 2-5
Chapter 3
Specifications
Wireless Antenna and Mounting Assembly ....................................................................3-1
2 Meter Antenna Cable ............................. .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ...............................3-2
N/SMA Adaptor Accessory ........................................................................ ... ... ... .... ... ... ..3-3
Lightning Arrestor Specifications ....................................................................................3-4
Radiation Patterns ........................................................................... ... .... ... ... ... ...............3-5
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Thank you for purchasing the NETGEAR 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna. This
Reverse N/SMA
adapter
Lightning
arrestor
Installation Guide provides installation instructions and guidelines for using the
wireless antenna.
Package Contents
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Figure 1-1
The package should contain the following items:
• NETGEAR 9 dBi Omni-directional Antenna
• 2-meter low loss antenna cable to connect the antenna to a lightning arrestor
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• 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
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
• This Installation Guide, and a Warranty and Support Information card
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR
dealer. Keep the carton, including the orig inal packing materials, in case you need
to return the product for repair.
To obtain optimal results in extending wireless range with antenna installations,
consult a qualified professional installer for site survey and installation assistance.
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Antenna cable for connecting the wireless device is sold separately. Please use a
NETGEAR model ACC-10314-01, 02, 03, 04, or 05 cable.
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 website 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 website at
http://www .NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_eu for a list of restrictions and approved
devices.
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Pole Mounting Configuration
The following illustration shows the pole mount configuration option.
Figure 1-2
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Wall Mount
Flat Surface Mounting Configuration
This illustration shows a flat surface mount configuration.
Figure 1-3
For wall mount installation, the L-bracket is not used.
Placement and Other Important Considerations
Before installing your wireless antenna, observe the placement considerations.
Antenna placement dramatically affects potential coverage. Follow these
guidelines to maximize coverage:
• Place the antenna in a vertical position. Either right side up or up-side-down is
OK.
• Place the antenna in the middle of the coverage zone and at 1.5m or higher
above the floor.
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