ELK-WA007 — C1M1 Alarm Communicator Secondary Antenna Installation

Installation Instructions for the ELK-WA007 C1M1 Alarm Communicator Secondary Antenna, which improves cellular signal stability on Elk C1M1LTE units.

Application

Improves cellular signal stability. For C1M1LTE units only.

Specifications

• Antenna size: 4.56" x 0.81"
• Cable length: 18"
• Strong adhesive for mounting

Installation Instructions

Before installing the secondary antenna, remove power from the C1M1 Communicator.

1. Remove the front cover from the C1M1 Alarm Communicator.
2. Locate the secondary antenna connector on the C1M1 cellular card.
3. Plug the antenna cable connector onto the secondary antenna connector on the board. Ensure the cellular card does not become unseated from the connector on the C1M1 primary circuit board.
4. Route the cable towards the bottom of the board.
5. Replace the front cover on the C1M1 Alarm Communicator, ensuring the secondary antenna cable is properly routed through the opening at the bottom of the C1M1 housing.
6. The secondary antenna has strong adhesive on the back side, suitable for mounting to a clean, smooth surface. The primary antenna on the C1M1 and the secondary antenna should be no less than 5.5" apart, with ideal spacing between 5.5" and 7.5".
7. Power up the C1M1 unit and observe the 7-segment display for signal strength (bars), indicated by a lowercase "b" followed by a number. A minimum of 2 bars is required for proper operation.

Note: To avoid damage, limit excessive removal and reconnection of the secondary antenna.

Support

Manufacturer: Elk Products, PO Box 100, 3266 US Hwy 70 West, Hildebran, NC 28637. Phone: 828-397-4200.