Digi-Star DataLink - Manual (Page 6)

Installation
D3869-GB Rev B RF DataLInk User manual 3
BASE RADIO:
The DataLink base radio needs to be mounted as high as possible in order to get the greatest
range. Also make sure that there are no obstructions like metal structures, buildings, trees or other
obstruction in the path between base radio and feed mixer. Obstruction like this can cause
interference which can significantly reduce the range.
Install the base radio using the included hardware as shown in figure 1 and 2. On the side of a
building or high on a pole. The higher you install the base radio the better the range. When
mounting to the side of a building make sure you turn the ram mount as far away from the building
as possible. The best possible location for the base radio is critical for creating the best range
possible.
Fig. 1 (to the side of a building) Fig. 2 (on a pole)
Minimal height of base radio:
Install the base radio minimal on a height as mentioned below.
Range Minimal height
300 m Standard antenna 5 m +
1000 -1500 m High gain antenna 7.5 m +
Radio interference:
There are many types of wireless networks or WIFI that can interfere with the DataLink
system. If you are dealing with this type of interference select a different scale number (see
page 7).
Note: Make sure the scale number (SCL NO) in the indicator matches with the scale number in
the TMR Tracker software.