How do you remove an antenna from a Passat?
Remove the antenna by firmly grabbing the mast at the base and turning it counterclockwise. Locate the plastic rings along the base of the rear headrests, and find a button.
How is the delay of the signal in the antenna allowed for?
In a gps receiver, how is the delay of the signal in the antenna lead allowed for? In a gps receiver there is an inevitable time delay in the signal travelling in the antenna lead to the circuitry of the receiver.
How does a GPS tell if there is a fault in the antenna?
Some GPS receivers will indicate an antenna fault if they do not detect this current draw. Most GPS receivers supply antenna voltage through the input port. GPS Source splitters pass this DC voltage to the antenna via the Out1 port. Hence, the Out1 ports do not need a 200 Ohm load and the attached receiver will not indicate an antenna fault.
Where do I find the GPS antenna settings?
If necessary, see the GPS antenna installation instructions for connection information and diagrams. If the device is using an external GPS antenna connected using the NMEA 2000® network, select Settings > Communications > NMEA 2000 Setup > Device List. Make sure the antenna appears on this list.
How do you remove an antenna base from a car?
Use the wrench to remove the bolt from the bottom of the mounting base. Pull back the foam strip that is taped to the inside of the roof of the car, until you can see the wire that runs from the base to the car stereo. Firmly grasp the wire and detach it from the connector. Remove the old mounting base from the car.
Can a mast antenna be replaced in a car?
Replace the mast antenna into the new base by carefully turning it clockwise. It is possible that the headliner of your car may become damaged in the course of replacing the antenna base, so you may want to consider taking your car to the dealer to have the antenna base replaced.
How do you change the base of a Passat?
Locate the plastic rings along the base of the rear headrests, and find a button. Depress the button while pulling up on the headrests–pull them upwards until the posts are released from the seat. Grasp and pull forward the seat handle located in the center of the rear seat bottom; this will cause the seat to swivel up and out.