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8200NEX GPS Antenna Magnetic or Not?

By Rocinante · Jul 04, 2016in NEX Series💬 3 posts👁️ 1,241 views
Posted Jul 04, 2016 · 15:11 UTC#1

Hello,

 

I just purchased an 8200NEX, and I am installing it myself. I got to the part where I am supposed to install the GPS antenna.

However, the antenna base is not magnetic. Is this a faulty part or is this common now with the newer units?

 

Thanks.

Posted Jul 04, 2016 · 18:59 UTC#2

Hello,

 

I just purchased an 8200NEX, and I am installing it myself. I got to the part where I am supposed to install the GPS antenna.

However, the antenna base is not magnetic. Is this a faulty part or is this common now with the newer units?

 

Thanks.

If Im correct there should be a double sided square piece/pad of tape. Mine was installed on the dash inside the car.

Edited Jul 04, 2016 by onebyside
Posted Jul 04, 2016 · 19:46 UTC#3

If Im correct there should be a double sided square piece/pad of tape. Mine was installed on the dash inside the car.

Yes, they included it. I ended up just attaching a small magnet to the antenna and installed everything on a metal bracket on the inside part of the dash.

Edited Jul 04, 2016 by Rocinante