👋 1. Introduction

This section describes the process of installing Zone Anchors outdoors on vertical flat surfaces, such as roof ledges or walls.

📏 2. Mechanical Specifications

Zone Anchor Enclosure Dimensions = 11.750" L x 9.980" W x 5.460" H
Mounting Strut Structure Dimensions = 24” L x 12” W
Antenna Mast Dimensions = 5’, 1.25” OD

🛠️ 3. List of Installation Components

Following are the components recommended to install a FOAM Zone Anchor on an outdoors vertical flat surface. The links for purchasing these items are also listed.

🔌 3.1 Electrical Components

Item #	Description	Qty Per Zone Anchor	Purchase Link
1*	N-Type Coax Weatherproof Cable* (type depends on antenna connectors)	2	https://a.co/d/eHyXl1Y
2**	Receiving Antenna** (and U-Shaped Rings that come with antenna)	1	(Recommendation from Foamspace team)
3**	Transmitting Antenna** (and U-Shaped Rings that come with antenna)	1	(Recommendation from Foamspace team)
4	GPS Antenna	1	(Recommendation from Foamspace team)
5***	Cable Assembly, threaded barrel plug to AC-DC 12V adapter***	1	(FOAM Supplied - FOAM Team Will Ship To You)
6*	N-Type lightning arrester* (male vs. female type depends on antenna connector type)	2	https://a.co/d/6AnfxkI (female to male) https://a.co/d/iuQPMPb (male to male)
7	Grounding Wire with Lugs, Insulated, 14 Gauge, 24" Long	3	https://www.mcmaster.com/2196K44/

*Also recommended in Pre-Installation Guide. No need to buy again, if already purchased there.

** Your antennas may differ from these. Make sure you consulted with the FOAM team on your antennas, since they depend on your specific Trust Zone environment and configuration.

*** This component was already mentioned in the Assembly Manual. It is listed here again.

⚠️ Use the link above to buy various size coax cables. However, the longer the cable, the more signal may be lost.

🪛 3.2 Mechanical Parts

⚠️ Check with the FOAM team before buying any installation mechanical parts or tools you want to be reimbursed for.

Item #	Description	Qty Per Zone Anchor	Purchase Link
8*	5’, 1.25" OD Antenna Mast* (alternate option is to use a telescoping mast for larger than 5’)	2*	https://www.solidsignal.com/5ft-antenna-mast-1-25in-od-heavy-duty-stackable-swedged-pole-ssmast
9	Strut-Mount Vibration-Damping Routing Clamp TPE Rubber Cushion, 1-1/4" ID, 1-11/16" Long	4	https://www.mcmaster.com/32625T58/
10	Strut Channel, Low-Profile, Slotted Hole 24" Long	2	https://www.mcmaster.com/3230T36-3230T53/
11	Pan Head Phillips Screw 1/4"-20 Thread, 1" Long	8	https://www.mcmaster.com/90272A542/
12	Twist-Lock Strut Channel Nut, 1/4"-20 Thread Size	4	https://www.mcmaster.com/3260T11/
13	Stud Anchors with Hex Nut, 3/8" Diameter, 2-1/8" Long	4	https://www.mcmaster.com/96892A258/
14**	Strut Channel, Low-Profile, Slotted Hole 18" Long** (Optional)	2	https://www.mcmaster.com/3230T36-3230T52/
15**	Strut Channel Elbow Brackets** (Optional)	4	https://www.mcmaster.com/33125T926/
16**	Strut Channel Nut with Springs** (Optional)	12	https://www.mcmaster.com/3259T17/
17**	Pan Head Phillips Screw 1/4”, 1” Long**(Optional)	12	https://www.mcmaster.com/90272A542/
18**	Centering Strut Channel Washer, 1/4” Diameter** (Optional)	12	https://www.mcmaster.com/3260T21/

It is possible to only use one antenna mast per Zone Anchor (four per Zone) if desired. Both the receiving and transmitting antenna would be placed on the same mast, but must be placed at different ends of the mast (e.g. receiving antenna on top, transmitting antenna on bottom). You can also use a larger telescoping mast than this fixed 5’ one, if you want to get your antenna(s) higher.

**Items 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 are purely optional; you do not need them. See step 6 for more info.