Unit Installation NetVanta 3000 Series Hardware Installation Guide92 Copyright © 2010 ADTRAN, Inc. 61200860L1-34AAAdditional WarningsThe following are guidelines and warnings for wireless access devices.1. Do not operate RF devices in an environment that may be susceptible to radio interferenceresulting in danger, specifically:Areas where prohibited by law.Areas where explosive atmospheres may be present.Areas where medical or life support equipment may be present.On an aircraft, either on the ground or airborne.While operating a vehicle.2. Do not touch or move antennas while the unit is transmitting. Do not hold any unit containing aradio so that the antenna is close to, or touching, exposed parts of the body while the unit istransmitting.3. The antennas and units are designed to operate in an indoor environment only.4. Avoid connecting or disconnecting cables during periods of lightning activity.5. When handling the 3G NIM and antennas, wear grounding straps to avoid ESD damage to thecard. Touching the rear panel with your hand or any metal tool can result in a shock.6. Always disconnect the power to the unit before handling the NIM card, antennas, or cables.Antenna Installation InstructionsFigure 49. Proper Antenna AlignmentInstructions for Installing the 3G NIM AntennasStep Action1 Remove power from the base unit.2 Place either of the two antennas directly onto the antenna port labeled ANT1 on the rear panel.3 Using the thumb screws only, carefully thread the antenna onto the connector until it is secure.4 Repeat Step 2 with the second antenna, attaching it to the ANT2 (diversity) port.5 Once both antennas are secured, the antennas can be flexed at the joint to increase reception.6 Position antennas in a “V” shape at a 90 degree angle to each other, as shown in Figure 49.ANT1 ANT23G NIM (CDMA)WWAN RSSI1xRTT EVDO90
