6 M T U I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e l i n e sSignal PropagationRF ShadowingRF shadowing is a phenomenon related to absorption and reflection that occurswhen a transmitter is too close to another object. The image below illustrates howthe downspout, iron pipe, and the AC unit all shadow the RF signal.

Introduction

Recommended Equipment

Signal Propagation

Free Space Attenuation

RF Reflection

RF Shadowing

Exterior Mounting

Interior

Cable Insulation

Connections

Aclara MTU Installation Manuallines


Contents Table Of Contents Introduction Recommended Equipment Signal Propagation Free Space Attenuation RF Reflection RF Shadowing Exterior Mounting Interior Cable Insulation Connections	6 M T U I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e l i n e sSignal PropagationRF ShadowingRF shadowing is a phenomenon related to absorption and reflection that occurswhen a transmitter is too close to another object. The image below illustrates howthe downspout, iron pipe, and the AC unit all shadow the RF signal. Previous Next / 30