GLASS-MOUNTABLE ANTENNA SYSTEM WITH DC AND RF COUPLING

摘要

A vehicle antenna mounting system (40) whereby the antenna (52), associated antenna electronics (LNS) and RF and DC coupling are provided in an integral antenna assembly (160) for installation on the exterior of a vehicle. The integral antenna assembly (160) comprises a base section (164) enclosing the associated antenna electronic and RF and DC coupling devices (168), and an antenna section pivotably mounted on the base section (164) comprising the antenna. Two or more antennas are provided in the integral antenna assembly for SDARS reception on at least one satellite chanel and a terrestrial chanel. Another satellite chanel can be provided for diversity purposes, or a global positioning system (GPS) satellite receiver for performing location services, among others, for the vehicle.