Mounting the 5-in-1 antenna using M4 fixings

5-in-1 antennas manufactured after May 2023 include 2 x M4 inserts in the antenna base, which allows an alternate method for surface mounting, using M4 fixings such as thumb nuts and threaded studs (not supplied).

The supplied 5-in-1 antenna must be installed in a location which has a clear line of sight to the sky and where it will be away from structure and devices that could cause interference.

Note

  • The below example mounting method uses 2 x M4 thumb nuts (part number: Q119) and 2 x M4X0.7 x 40 mm threaded studs (part number: Q120) for the fixings. These fixings must be ordered separately.

  • You may also source your own M4X0.7 fixings. When sourcing your own fixings, to help prevent corrosion the fixings should be A4 stainless steel or brass.

  • The thread extender kit part number: A80718 is NOT compatible with 5-in-1 antennas manufactured after May 20023 that have a 24.00 mm (0.94 in) thread length.

Mounting5-in-1 antenna
  1. Drill a 25.4 mm (1.0 in) hole at the center of the desired mounting location to accept the antenna’s thread and cables.
  2. Drill 2 x 4 mm (5/32 in) holes for the fixing holes.
  3. Screw the threaded studs into the inserts in the antenna base.
  4. Feed the cables through the gasket and place on the underside of the antenna.
  5. Feed the cables, thread and threaded studs through the holes in the mounting surface so that the gasket and antenna sit flush on the mounting surface.
  6. Screw the thumb nuts onto the threaded studs until hand tight.