Abstract: In one aspect, an antenna pedestal includes a body having an inner cavity. The antenna pedestal includes a portal structure to access the inner cavity of the antenna pedestal. The portal structure also includes a threaded structure disposed around a portal accessing the inner cavity and comprising threads and a cover comprising threads configured to engage the threads of the threaded structure to close the portal. In another aspect, a portal structure to access an inner cavity of a body includes a threaded structure disposed around a portal accessing the inner cavity of the body and a cover that includes threads configured to engage the threads of the threaded structure and configured to be placed over the port to provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding when the cover and the threaded structure are screwed together. One or more of the aspects above may be used for EMI shielding in antenna pedestals.

Abstract: The mast (11) of an antenna is pivotally carried by a post (12) by a hinge assembly (13). A pedestal (33) is carried by the post (12) and is adapted to carry a winch (40) having a line (46) with a hook (47) at the end thereof. A hook mount (50) is carried by the mast (11) and is adapted to receive the hook (47) of the winch (40). A locking bracket (56) is carried by the mast (11) and is connected to the pedestal (33) when the mast (11) is positioned adjacent to the post (12). An insulator bar (29) is positioned between the mast (11) and the hinge assembly (13) and the locking bracket (56).

Abstract: An antenna apparatus is disclosed that includes an antenna element having an inverted teardrop shape and configured to be fed with electrical power from an external power source; a ground element coupled to the antenna element; and a holding member configured to hold at least the top portion of the antenna element or a surface of a conical portion of the antenna element against the ground element.

Abstract: A connecting structure of a waveguide converter includes a circuit substrate in which a hollow waveguide that propagates a high frequency signal is formed in a pierced manner; and an antenna substrate that is layered on the circuit substrate, and in which a converter that is arranged at a connecting point with the hollow waveguide and a strip line that extends from the converter and that propagates the high frequency signal are provided. A choke circuit to shield a leak of the high frequency signal is arranged around the hollow waveguide on a surface of the circuit substrate opposing to the antenna substrate so as to surround the hollow waveguide keeping a predetermined interval from the hollow waveguide, and the circuit substrate and the antenna substrate are fixed to each other by adhesive that is arranged at a position outside the choke circuit, between the substrates.

Abstract: A modular material antenna assembly is provided that includes an antenna block having a portion with a shape that interlocks with a corresponding portion of an electrically non-conductive frame and secures the antenna block to the electrically non-conductive frame. The electrically non-conductive frame is attached to an interior of an electrically conductive housing so that the electrically non-conductive frame and the electrically conductive housing form an integrated structure. An antenna flex is then mechanically secured to the antenna block. The antenna flex may also be electrically connected to a circuit board. The frame is designed to support a cover glass for the portable electronic device and may be affixed to a housing. The dielectric constant of the antenna block is substantially less than the dielectric constant of the frame.

Abstract: The panel type antenna contains a flat conductive mount including at least one orifice, at least one radiating element containing a base mounted beneath a dipole and a device for coupling and fixing the radiating element to the support. The device for coupling and fixing the radiating element, comprising a base mounted beneath a dipole, on the support contains a dielectric part including a base with a dimension greater than that of the orifice in the support, at least one rod joined with the base and extending in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the base through the orifice of the support adapted for the insertion of the rod, at least one protuberance built into the end of the rod able to cooperate with the radiating element to hold it in place. The device also contains a dielectric layer placed between the radiating element and the conductive mount to avoid any direct contact.

Abstract: Disclosed is an antenna apparatus, including: a support member; a drum which is rotatably supported by the support member and whose outer circumference corresponds to faces of polygonal column; a case which covers the support member and the drum and which has a hole along a circumference direction of the drum; an antenna rod which extends from the outer circumference of the drum in a direction perpendicular to an axis of the drum toward an outside of the case through the hole of the case, and polyhedral faces which are provided inside the case and which are to be fitted into the outer circumference of the drum.

Abstract: A radio antenna, in particular for a spacecraft, including a reflector and a rear structure supporting said reflector, and also a rigidification membrane added on to the reflector so as to limit the displacement of a peripheral portion of the reflector in a direction parallel to a central axis of this reflector, where said rigidification membrane is separate from the rear supporting structure.

Abstract: A satellite antenna includes an antenna dish, a connecting arm, a pole, at least one clamp and a cover bracket. The antenna dish may include a front surface and a rear surface. The connecting arm has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is coupled with the rear surface of the antenna dish. The pole may extend transversely with respect to the connecting arm and may include a channel extending from one end to the other end of the pole. The at least one clamp may each include a base with an opening that allows the pole to pass through. The cover bracket may include a front cover to seal the second end of the connecting arm, and a first cover integral with the front cover that includes a first side and a second side. The first cover may support the pole over the connecting arm on the first side and engage with the connecting arm with the second side.

Abstract: An antenna amount including first, second, and third plates is disclosed. Each of the first and second plates includes a planar section and a flange connected to the planar section. At least one attachment device attaches the first plate to the second plate to form a plate structure. When attached, the planar sections of the first and second plates contact each other. Also, the flanges are parallel to each other, extend in the same direction, and are positioned to abut opposing surfaces of a mounting base. The third plate includes a planar section and a mounting surface connected to the planar section. The mounting surface is configured to receive a mounting device for the antenna. The attachment device clamps the mounting base between the third plate and the plate structure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to lightweight antenna arrays and more particularly to an attachment mechanism for attaching a lightweight antenna array to a structure. In one embodiment, an antenna structure includes a platform having a first coefficient of thermal expansion; an antenna panel having a second coefficient of thermal expansion different from the first coefficient, and having first and second opposite ends; and a support structure mounting the panel to the platform. The support structure includes a first spacer element with a first height at the first end of the panel, and a second spacer element with a second height less than the first height between the first and second ends of the panel; a first adhesive layer adhering each spacer element to the platform; and a second adhesive layer adhering each spacer element to the antenna panel. A yield strength of the adhesive layers is less than a yield strength of the spacer elements.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for enabling installation of antennas in a cost effective and efficient manner. The methods and systems disclosed herein provide a hollow pole and an elevating mechanism, wherein the elevating mechanism can be used to position antenna equipment located in one or more capsules attached to the elevating mechanism. The antenna equipment may be attached to a removable power source located in the capsule or to a non-removable power source located at the base of the hollow pole. Additionally, the antenna equipment may also be attached to communications equipment adapted to communicate with one or more communications networks. In an embodiment disclosed herein, the capsules may be adapted to rotate around a one or more axis in response to received commands and/or in accordance with instructions stored on a memory module attached to the capsules.

Abstract: An antenna device includes a housing having a lower portion for coupling to a non-magnetic option coupler of a vehicle, an insulating member engaged in an upper chamber of the housing, a conductor member engaged into a central bore of the insulating member for engaging with the non-magnetic option coupler, a conductive coupling element having a lower portion engaged into the housing, and a coaxial radiating assembly includes a coaxial radiating device having a central radiating member for connecting to the conductor member, and a peripheral radiating member for connecting to the conductive coupling element, and an insulating element mounted between the central radiating member and the cylindrical radiating member.

Abstract: Apparatus providing thermal management for radio frequency devices. An antenna is provided that includes an antenna body configured for transmitting electrical signals, and one or more mounting surfaces coupled to the antenna body, the one or more mounting surfaces configured for mounting to a device surface so that a resulting thermal resistance (Rth) between the device surface and the antenna body is less than 15 degrees centigrade per watt.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device (1) for supporting, housing and cooling radiant modules (2) of an antenna, comprising a plate (3) for cooling said radiant modules (2) that can be fixed to means for supporting said antenna, said plate (3) having an upper surface and a lower surface; characterized in that it comprises a plurality of projecting guides (5) provided at least on one of said surfaces of said plate (3), so that each pair of said projecting guides (5) adjacent with surface on which are provided realize housing seats (6), in each one of which one of said radiant modules (2) is introduced; and pressing means (7, 15, 16, 17), integrated with said projecting guides (5), apt exerting a pressure on said radiant modules (2) so as to obtain a substantially uniform coupling between each of them and the surface of said plate (3) on which said projecting guides (5) are provided. The invention further relates to an array antenna.

Abstract: An antenna steering mount includes two basic building blocks which are joined together to form any of the known steering-axis combinations. Each block includes a cylinder cut at an angle to form a cylindrical wedge. The wedges are joined together by bearings at their interface, and motors are used to counter rotate the two wedges relative to each other. One end of the complete assembly is attached to a mounting platform, and the other end includes mounting features for attaching an antenna dish thereto. Various two- and three-axis steering configurations are disclosed including combinations of azimuth, elevation, cross-elevation, and cross-level steering.

Abstract: According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are provided of apparatus and methods relating to mounting antenna components, modules, and assemblies, such as antenna modules or RF amplifier modules. In an exemplary embodiment, a fastener includes a clamping portion. An actuator is configured to convert a rotational force applied for rotating the fastener into a clamping force applied to the mounting surface generally between the at least one antenna component and the clamping portion of the fastener, to thereby mount the at least one antenna component to the mounting surface.

Abstract: An improved monopole antenna for in-duct use is disclosed. The antenna comprises a center pin rod disposed coupled to a connector housing by a molded dielectric. The center pin rod includes a pin portion which is disposed through a portion of a connector portion of the connector housing, thereby allowing a mating RF connector to couple to the monopole antenna. The center pin rod is composed of a single assembly or a single piece of material, thereby eliminating the need to solder the antenna to a RF connector.

Abstract: A tridimensional antenna includes a radiating body, a feeding foot, a grounding foot, and a supporting foot. The feeding foot and the grounding foot are connected to the radiating body. The supporting foot includes a supporting portion, at least one groove and a bent portion. The bent portion connects the radiating body and the supporting portion. The groove is defined in the supporting portion and adjacent to the bent portion. The tridimensional antenna is mounted on a substrate by surface mounted technology (SMT). The feeding foot and the grounding foot are soldered on the substrate. The supporting foot is bent to break away the supporting portion at the groove after mounting of the tridimensional antenna.

Abstract: The present invention provides a satellite receiver comprising a base, a rotation stand, an adjusting mechanism, and a positioning device. The base has an axis aperture and a first slot. The rotation stand is rotatably attached to the base through the axis aperture. The adjusting mechanism has a connection end and an adjusting end. The connection end is coupled with the rotation stand and is movable together with the upper stand to generate displacement relative to the base. The positioning device is coupled with the adjusting end and passes through the first slot. When the upper stand rotates relatively to the base, the adjusting mechanism drives the positioning device to move along the first slot. The first slot limits the angular rotation of the rotation stand and the positioning device and selectively constrains the relative displacement between the connecting unit and the base.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are exemplary embodiments of apparatus, systems, and methods relating to mounting antenna components, modules, assemblies, etc. to mounting surfaces, such as vehicle roofs, hoods, trunk lids, etc. Other aspects relate to antenna assemblies including the mounting apparatus. An exemplary embodiment generally includes one or more contact parts, a clamping piece, and a fastener. The one or more contact parts, clamping piece, and fastener may be used for mounting an antenna assembly to a mounting surface, such as a vehicle body wall (e.g., a vehicle's roof, hood, trunk lid, etc.).

Abstract: An aftermarket UHF parasitic antenna kit and method for a mobile television antenna includes: a base having an engagement surface and an extending boom; rivet holes in the engagement surface that correspond in size and location to a corresponding number of holes in the bottom of the mobile television antenna; push rivets that engage the rivet and bottom holes to hold the base to the bottom of the mobile television antenna; base foot holes in the engagement surface and boom; resilient base feet that engage the base foot holes; and at least one parasitic antenna element connected to the boom.

Abstract: According to the invention, a system for aiming an antenna in a direction below-horizon is disclosed. The system may include a support member, a spherical structure, and at least one arm. The support member may be coupled with a surface. The spherical structure may be coupled with the support member and the spherical structure may be at least partially spherical in shape about a central point. The at least one arm may be rotatably coupled with the spherical structure. The at least one arm may be coupled with the antenna. The at least one arm may at least partially defines a void. And the support member may be at least partially disposed within the void when the antenna is aimed in the direction below-horizon.

Abstract: A mobile terminal device includes a circuit board accommodated in a casing and an antenna disposed on the outside of the casing electrically connected to each other via a opening formed in the casing, a first conductive member fixed to an inner surface of the casing while being connected to the circuit board, a second conductive member detachably attached to an outer surface of the casing while being connected to the antenna, and a conductive fastening member fitted into the opening from outside the casing and fastening the first conductive member and the second conductive member together.

Abstract: A mobile terminal is provided. The mobile terminal comprises at least one element, a connector selectively connected to another device to provide a data exchange path between the at least one element and the other device, and a thermal conduction frame having one side coming into contact with the at least one element and the other side coming into contact with the connector to transfer heat generated from the at least one element to the connector. The connector is connected to the element included in the mobile terminal and the other device through the thermal conduction frame to effectively transfer heat generated from the element to the other device through the connector.

Abstract: According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are provided of antenna assemblies. In an exemplary embodiment, an antenna assembly generally includes at least one tapered loop antenna element having a generally annular shape with an opening. An antenna assembly may also include a rotatably convertible support including a base and an upper portion coupled to a tapered loop antenna element in some embodiments. The upper portion is rotatable relative to the base between a first configuration for supporting the tapered loop antenna element on a horizontal surface and a second configuration for supporting the tapered loop antenna element from a vertical surface.

Abstract: A fastening device (200) for releasably securing an antenna assembly (100) on at least one garment (15) of a user (10) is provided. The antenna assembly (100) is part of a portable communication system (50) which includes a portable communication device (125) that is also worn on the garment (15) of the user (10). The fastening device (200) is comprised of a body portion (205) and an elongated receiver portion (210). The elongated receiver portion (210) defines an elongated channel (211) and a pair of resilient undulations (215, 216) which define an elongated opening (212). The pair of resilient undulations (215, 216) serve to guide a segment (110a) of the antenna assembly (100) through the elongated opening (212) and into the elongated channel (211). Once the segment (110a) is urged into the elongated channel (211), the undulations (215, 216) return to the normal position thereby securing the segment (110a) in the elongated channel (211).

Abstract: An antenna assembly includes a base (3) and an antenna (2) disposed on the base. The antenna includes a radiating element (21) with top and bottom surfaces thereof, and the bottom surface of the radiating element abuts against and is surface mounted on the base. An arm (311) is located above the top surface of the radiating element so as to prevent the radiating element from tilting upwards excessively, and most of the radiating element is exposed outside the arm.

Abstract: An antenna assembly includes an antenna and a supporting portion. The antenna includes a radiating element, a grounding element and a connecting element connecting the radiating element and the grounding element. The supporting portion is located between the radiating element and the grounding element, and includes a base portion and a complementary portion assembled on the base portion. The complementary portion has an outer surface being flush with one of the surfaces of the base portion.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are described for mounting objects to a structure, such as a wall or roof of a home. One embodiment is a mounting apparatus that includes a base configured to attach to a structure and mount an object to the structure. The apparatus further includes at least one load applying member attached to the base configured to apply a preload force to the structure. The load applying member includes a loading plate and a plurality of force applying members attached to the loading plate. The force applying members apply a preload force to a surface of the structure during mounting of the object to the structure.

Abstract: An antenna auxiliary support is provided, including two tubes, a fixed base, a first fixing element and a second fixing element. One of the tubes is connected to the fixed base and comprises two clipping portions and two gaps. The gaps are disposed between the clipping portions. The tubes are telescopically connected. The clipping portions respectively comprise an inner surface. The inner surface is an uneven surface. The fixed base and the first fixing element are respectively connected to the tubes. The second fixing element is disposed over the clipping portions and the gaps to fix the connecting position of the tubes.

Abstract: A housing includes an antenna module having a carrier and a main body. The antenna module includes a first carrier portion, a second carrier portion attached to the first carrier portion, and an antenna coating the second carrier portion. The main body is molded to the antenna module and partially covering the antenna, such that the antenna is partially exposed from the main body to form a terminal. Also provided is a method for manufacturing the housing.

Abstract: An electronic seal (100), housing (1) for a transponder (200), which may form part of an electronic seal (100) and a transponder device is provided. The electronic seal (100) has a sealing mechanism (5). A transponder receptacle (50), and an actuator (4) are provided by or with the housing (1). The actuator (4) is actuated upon engagement of the sealing mechanism (5) to render the transponder (200) operable. The transponder receptacle (50) may hold the transponder (200) so as to extend into three planes.

Abstract: A television receiving apparatus 100 includes a television receiver 20, and a smart antenna 10 having directivity capable of being electrically changed so as to match radio waves to be received. A handle 50 is provided with a mechanism holding the smart antenna 10 therein, fixed to the television receiver 20 and capable of changing the distance between the smart antenna 10 and the television receiver 20 as an antenna holding box. The antenna having directivity capable of being electrically changed so as to match with radio waves to be received is disposed so that the aesthetic appearance can be improved and the signal receiving sensitivity of the antenna can be enhanced.

Abstract: A device housing comprises a main body and a three-dimensional antenna. The main body comprises a first molded body and a second molded body formed on the first molding body. The first molded body is made of plastic, the second molded body is made of plastic mixed with laser activatable additives. The second molded body has a predefined activating region formed by laser activation. The three-dimensional antenna is an electroplated coating and is formed on the predefined activating region of the second molding body.

Abstract: An antenna formed inside a film comprises a thin film, a radiation conductor, a supporter, a conductive paste and at least one contact terminal. The radiation conductor is arranged on the thin film. The supporter is arranged on the radiation conductor with at least one trench formed thereon. The contact terminal has a recession with a hole. The recession is inserted into the trench. The conductive paste is injected into the trench via the hole to have such a thickness that the top of the conductive paste exactly contacts the bottom of the recession. The present invention is characterized in that a conductive paste is used as a conduction medium and a buffer between the contact terminal and the radiation conductor. Thereby, the present invention can overcome the conventional problem that the radiation conductor and thin film are likely to be damaged in the fabrication process.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding an antenna on a mounting surface by use of suction cups or suction devices such that the antenna may be temporarily removed from the surface and subsequently restored or relocated to another mounting surface. The suction cups or suction devices are mechanically connected to an support arm capable of adjustment for permitting either vertical or horizontal modification of the holding arm thereby maintaining a constant mounting angle of the holding arm for surfaces having various mounting directions or planes. By maintaining a fixed vertical of the holding arm from various mounting points, the directional alignment of the antenna, such as for a dish-type antenna, can remain relatively consistent from one installation to the next.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a structure for electronic components includes a baseplate having a substantially planar shape. The baseplate defines one or more openings allowing air flow. The structure includes a frame coupled to the baseplate. The frame includes a planar support with a substantially planar shape that is substantially parallel to the baseplate. Then planar support and baseplate at least partially defines one or more plenums. The planar support is also configured to support one or more transmit/receive integrated microwave modules. The frame also includes a plurality of frame supports that define one or more channels for air flow. Each channel corresponds to one of the plenums. Additionally, the frame includes a ventilated panel with a surface defining a plurality of air inlets. The air inlets allow air into one of the one or more plenums. Also, the frame includes one or more thermal interfaces configured to dissipate heat.

Abstract: A carrier system for a high-frequency antenna having at least two electrodes situated at a predefined distance from one another and implemented as essentially flat, a dielectric being situated between the at least two electrodes, is distinguished in that the at least two electrodes are situated on a frame part which is as difficult to deform as possible. The frame part preferably has recesses or openings in such a way that air having ?r=1 is essentially situated between the at least two electrodes as the dielectric.

Abstract: An antenna mount is disclosed. The antenna mount includes a mast and a foot that are substantially free of electrically conductive elements. The mast has a first end having a circular cross-section configured to be received by a mounting bracket of a satellite dish having a circular interior cross-section. The foot is configured to be secured to a stationary mounting surface and to be pivotally attached to a second end of the mast.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to systems that use frequency selective surfaces (FSS) to aid in the operation of radio frequency identification (RFID) devices and products. In one embodiment, a system for interrogating radio frequency identification (RFID) tags includes a conveyor belt and an RFID reader. The conveyor belt has a first surface and a second surface. The first surface is configured to receive an item to which an RFID tag is affixed and the second surface is configured to slide on a metal slide plate. The RFID reader is configured to transmit instructions embodied in a radio frequency (RF) signal to the RFID tag, wherein the metal slide plate is positioned between the RFID reader and the RFID tag and comprises a frequency selective surface that is substantially transparent to the RF signal.

Abstract: Antenna systems include adjustment mechanisms to adjust the position of dish antennas. The adjustment mechanism includes a clip, a bracket, and a cam mechanism. The clip is fixedly coupled to and projects outwardly from a mast. The bracket is pivotally coupled to the mast and is between the stationary clip and cam mechanism. The cam mechanism is pivotally coupled to the clip and positioned to rotate the bracket and the dish antenna as the cam mechanism rotates. The clip is made of a lightweight material to reduce the overall weight of the antenna system to enhance performance.

Abstract: Antennas are provided for electronic devices such as portable computers. An electronic device may have a housing in which an antenna is mounted. The housing may have an antenna window for the antenna. The antenna window may be formed from dielectric or from antenna window slots in a conductive member such as a conductive wall of the electronic device housing. An antenna may have an antenna resonating element that is backed by a conductive antenna cavity. The antenna resonating element may have antenna resonating element slots or may be formed using other antenna configurations such as inverted-F configurations. The antenna cavity may have conductive vertical sidewalls and a conductive rear wall. The antenna cavity walls may be formed from conductive layers on a dielectric antenna support structure.

Abstract: An antenna assembly is provided for mounting on a predetermined support structure positioned on a surface, the support structure having a peripheral edge at an elevated position above the surface. The antenna assembly includes an antenna and a support for supporting the antenna at an elevated position above the surface when mounted on the support structure. The support is adapted to support the antenna at a sufficient height above the surface to provide a direct path for electromagnetic radiation at least a portion of the antenna to a position on the surface external of the peripheral edge of less than or equal to about 4.5 meters from substantially any point on the peripheral edge, or to a position on the surface at a point positioned 3 meters from the front of the support structure and 3 meters from a side of the support structure.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a securing ring are described along with assemblies utilizing the securing ring. A securing ring includes a curvilinear body defining an opening and having a gap that defines confronting ring ends that are separable to receive at least one curvilinear device within the opening. The curvilinear body includes an outer surface and opposing first and second side walls that define a slot therebetween. The slot is configured for receiving the curvilinear device, and the outer surface, the first wall and the second wall provide a clamping force on the curvilinear device in the slot when the confronting ring ends are drawn together, with the clamping force securing the curvilinear device within the slot. The securing apparatus further includes a locking mechanism coupled to the confronting ring ends and configured to releasably engage the confronting ring ends to secure the confronting ring ends together.

Abstract: The invention discloses a method for producing an antenna system having at least one metal antenna unit and at least one carrier unit, wherein said antenna unit is connected in a first connection step to a heat-activated surface element, which can be glued, and the heat-activated surface element, which can be glued, is connected in a second connection step to the carrier unit, wherein the heating of said surface element in the second connection step occurs through said antenna unit. Furthermore, a surface element which is particularly suitable for this method and the products obtained therefrom are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a hollow antenna tower structure for use in a wireless communications network. The tower comprises tubular tower sections made of concrete, and having a generally hollowed cross section. A movable base station unit, having at least one antenna and at least one micro wave link, is being disposed inside the tubular tower. The whole base station unit is movable up and down inside the tower by the aid of an elevator system. The tower further comprises at least one entrance into the tower and a climbing facility and/or a second elevator system, inside the tower, giving access to the base station unit.

Abstract: A high-gain omnidirectional antenna module includes a base, an RF power amplifier, an omnidirectional antenna, a first signal line, and a second signal line. The base has a first surface and a second surface. The first signal line delivers a signal fed from outside to an input port of the RF power amplifier, and the second signal line connects an output port of the RF power amplifier and a feed portion of the antenna. The signal is amplified by the RF power amplifier, and thus the gain of the omnidirectional antenna is increased significantly. Therefore, the high-gain omnidirectional antenna effectively increases the transmission distance without increasing the size of the omnidirectional antenna.

Abstract: A lightweight convex waveguide lens for receiving and/or transmitting electromagnetic signals to/from one and/or multiple signal sources, with the ability to send and receive signals at the same time. This is achieved by assembling wave guiding channels (waveguides) in a structured array (super structure). The waveguides can be partly pre-assembled prior to assembly in the super structure.

Abstract: A field device including a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface surrounding a main cavity. The housing further includes an aperture extending from the main cavity to the outer surface. An electrical component is located within the main cavity of the housing. An antenna is in electrical communication with the electrical component. The field device further includes a rotatable mount attached to the housing. The mount has a channel extending from a first end to a second end of the mount. A cable is electrically connected to the electrical component and the antenna and the cable extends through at least a portion of the channel.