Install the ML-2452-PTA4M4-036 Antenna

About this task

The ML-2452-PTA4M4-036 antenna is designed for wireless LAN (WLAN) application system requirements covering a wide range of operating frequency.
Tip

Tip

The best practice is to mount the antenna near the center of the coverage area.

ML-2452-PTA4M4-036 Antenna Ceiling Mount Procedure

About this task

When the antenna is mounted on a suspended ceiling, you have access to both the sides of the mounting surface. During this installation, the best practice is to use the threaded post and the mounting nut on the back of the antenna. Follow the installation procedure to securely attach the ML-2452-PTA4M4-036 antenna to a suspended ceiling.
Note

Note

The beam clamp mounting kit is not included with the antenna, and must be purchased separately.

Procedure

  1. Remove the ceiling tile.
  2. Mark and cut a 1.57 in. (40 mm) hole in the ceiling tile where the antenna threaded post and mounting nut must go through.
  3. Feed the cables through the hole.
  4. Secure the antenna with the mounting nut.
    Use the rubber locking gasket when the antenna is mounted on a solid surface such as dry or wood wall.
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    ML-2452-PTA4M4-036 antenna ceiling mount procedure on a suspended ceiling tile
    The antenna being installed on a solid flat ceiling. The mounting nut and rubber gasket is on the back of the antenna.
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