Antenna Descriptions; Cellular Antenna; Gps Antenna; Gps Antenna Extension - Cisco 3G MicroCell User Manual

Antenna Descriptions

The MicroCell has one antenna for cellular signals and another for GPS signals. If GPS signal strength is too low, a port for
connecting the GPS antenna extension is also available.

Cellular Antenna

The cellular antenna is mounted inside the MicroCell enclosure and is for transceiving cellular traffic with registered 3G
devices. The maximum range of the MicroCell is approximately 5000 square feet. Actual range will vary depending on the
density of obstructions in the vicinity.

GPS Antenna

The GPS antenna is mounted inside the MicroCell enclosure and is for receiving GPS signals. It cannot be adjusted, but has
enough gain in most instances to detect signals in any room with a window.
If the MicroCell cannot acquire a location fix (indicated by a flashing GPS status indicator), see Troubleshooting on page 15.
Another option is to install the GPS antenna extension (see below).

GPS Antenna Extension

The GPS antenna extension is a lengthy cable with a GPS antenna element on one end. This device is useful when there is
no practical way to move the MicroCell close to a window.

GPS Antenna Extension Installation

• Plug one end of the GPS antenna extension
connector to the round connector marked
Antenna on the MicroCell and place the
other end as close as possible to the
nearest window with unobstructed access
to the sky.
• Recycle power on the MicroCell.
• If the extension is successful, the GPS status
indicator will turn to steady green, which
can take up to 20 minutes. You must then
allow authentication to continue until the
3G status indicator turns to steady green.
• Leave the GPS antenna extension installed,
if possible. If not, then disconnect the
device and store it nearby; it may be
necessary to reinstall the GPS antenna
extender if the MicroCell has to reacquire
the location fix.
If this procedure fails, contact Customer
Support at 800.331.0500 for assistance.
Pressing the Reset button restores the MicroCell to its factory default settings. Do not press this button unless you
have been asked to by Customer Support.
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