NETGEAR ANT24O5 Installation Manual

Introduction

This section introduces the package contents of the NETGEAR 5 dBi Omni-directional
Antenna ANT24O5 and related components.

NOTE: To obtain optimal results in extending wireless range with antenna installations, it is
recommended that a qualified professional installer service is consulted for site survey and
proper installation.

To comply with FCC rules the ANT24O5 antenna should only be used with devices that
have been FCC approved for use with the ANT24O5. Please check the NETGEAR web site
at http://www.NETGEAR.com/go/antennas_fcc for an updated list of FCC approved devices.

For EU, 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.

Package Contents

The package should contain:

• NETGEAR 5 dBi Omni-directional Antenna ANT24O5 including a 10 cm RG316 cable with
a reverse SMA connector for IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g wireless devices

• Ceiling/Wall mount bracket hardware

• Warranty card

• Support information card

Installation Guide, Warranty card and
Support information card

5 dBi Antenna
ANT24O5

1

Figures 1 and 2 show where one could place the ANT24O5 for best coverage in an office. In
Figure 1, the ANT24O5 is placed on the ceiling in the middle of the area to cover. In Figure 2,
the ANT24O5 is placed in an elevated location on an interior wall, above and facing the
indoor coverage. Notice that the area close to the antenna, behind or beside it, will still be
covered because the dynamic range of the WLAN transmitter/receiver and antenna is
approximately 100dB. So, even with 20dB to 40dB of attenuation, the signal strength is still
strong and communication is maintained.

3

Approximate
coverage area

Cubicles

1.5m high

ANT24O5

Figure 2: Optimal antenna placement on an interior wall