Entertainment Systems: Antenna: Inspection

GLASS PRINTED ANTENNA INSPECTION PROCEDURE
NOTE:
- When cleaning the glass, use soft dry cloth, and wipe the glass in the direction of the wire.
  Take care not to damage the wires.
- Do not use detergents or glass cleaners with abrasive ingredients.
NOTE: In order not to damage the glass printed antenna, wrap up the tip of the tester stick with aluminum foil as shown in the illustration and check by holding the aluminum foil with a finger.

Fig 1: Wrapping Up Tip Of Tester Stick With Aluminum Foil
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By placing and moving the tester stick along the glass printed antenna, check if continuity exists.

Fig 2: Checking Continuity
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GLASS PRINTED ANTENNA REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Clean the broken wire tips with grease, wax and silicone remover.
2. Place the masking tape along both sides of the wire for repair.
3. Thoroughly mix the repair agent (Dupont paste No. 4817).
  
  Fig 3: Placing Masking Tape Along Both Sides Of Wire Repair
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4. Using a fine tip brush, apply a small amount of the agent to the wire.
5. After a few minutes, remove the masking tape.
  
  Fig 4: Applying Small Amount Of Agent To Wire
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