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Dawnco P37F Installation Manual

3.7m azel fixed, primfoc fibergl
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Antenna, sat 3.7m AZel fixed, PrimFoc fibergl (PN: P37F)
ANTENNA GAIN
DIAMETER
MOUNT TYPE
ISOLATION
MATERIAL/PETALS
Stationary 3.7 meter satellite antenna, prime focus 8 piece fiberglass SMC reflector, fixed AZ/EL
mount that attaches to 6.625" OD pipe extending 72" above surface, specify feed support to hold C
or Ku feedhorn. C band gain = 40.9 dBi / Ku band gain = 50.7 dBi. Feedhorn, LNB and pipe sold
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DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com
You are entitled to the manufacturer's limited express warranty, if any, that accompanies the product. DAWNco makes no
additional or independent warranty. All other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose are disclaimed. We do our best to be accurate. We are not responsible for any typographical,
photographic or technical errors. See "Policies for DAWNco" under the "Answers" button at the DAWNco web site.
C band gain = 40.9 dBi, Ku band gain = 50.7 dBi
3.7 meter (12 feet)
fixed AZ-EL
>39 dB (on axis)
8 petals, fiberglass SMC
separately.
DAWNco
Phone (248) 391-9200
P37F Install Manual
sales@DAWNco.com

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  • Page 1 Phone (248) 391-9200 sales@DAWNco.com DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com You are entitled to the manufacturer's limited express warranty, if any, that accompanies the product. DAWNco makes no additional or independent warranty.
  • Page 2 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El Truss Mount 4096-225 REVISION H January 10, 2002 Assembly Manual 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El Truss Mount Revised Address 1/10/02 Redesign & update. Removed 3.0M antenna 9/11/97 Pol was pole 7/11/97 Revised Hdw Qty On Pg 28 Per Ecn #1709 And 08/04/94 Added Revision Page ORIGINAL RELEASE...
  • Page 3 4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT ASSEMBLY MANUAL Table Of Contents Section Title General Information Unpacking & Inspection Mechanical Installation Tools Site Selection Foundation Requirements Reflector And Support Structure Assembly Reflector and Support Structure Part List Reflector Pre- Assembly Reflector Assembly Brace Mount Brackets Support Structure Assembly...

  • Page 4: General Information

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION UNPACKING AND INSPECTION UNPACKING & INSPECTION - The antenna containers should be unpacked and inspected at the earliest date to ensure that all material has been received and is in good condition. A complete packing list for each major component is supplied.

  • Page 5: Mechanical Installation Tools

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT MECHANICAL INSTALLATION TOOLS HARDWARE SIZE SAE WRENCH METRIC WRENCH MAXIMUM REC. SIZE SIZE TORQUE # 6 SCREW 5/16” 8 mm 8 in-lbs 1 / 4” 7 / 16” 11 mm 49 in-lbs 3 / 8” 9 / 16”...

  • Page 6: Reflector And Support Structure Assembly

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT Prodelin's recommended foundation for the antenna system is shown in figure 1. however, each installation must be tailored to the specific requirements of the site. It may be necessary to contact a local engineer or building department for foundation design or approval at any particular site.

  • Page 7: Reflector And Support Structure Part List

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT REFLECTOR AND SUPPORT STRUCTURE PARTS LIST TABLE 2.1 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 3.4M 3.7M 0179-142 REFLECTOR PETAL - W / HOLE 0179-261 REFLECTOR PETAL - W / HOLE 0179-141 REFLECTOR PETAL - W/O HOLE 0179-260 REFLECTOR PETAL - W/O HOLE 0217-072...
  • Page 8 4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 3.4M 3.7M 8202-043 1 / 2” LOCKWASHER 1 / 4” - 20 x 1.25 BOLT 8030-010 1 / 4” FLATWASHER 8201-040 1 / 4” LOCKWASHER 8202-040 3 /8” -16 x 1.25 BOLT 8202-010 3 / 8”...

  • Page 9: Reflector Pre- Assembly

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT reflector shape and correct it, if necessary. REFLECTOR PRE-ASSEMBLY The reflector consists of eight interchangeable petals of compression molded glass-fiber reinforced material. This material is very strong, yet lightweight and easy to handle. The reflector will possess a very accurate parabolic shape when properly assembled and will retain its shape for years under harsh environmental conditions.
  • Page 10 4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT When assembling the reflector petals (items 1,2), note the orientation of the petals. Every other petal contains a feed clevis. [ 2 ] STEP 2: [ 1 ] Place two petals rim down on a level surface with their flanges next to each [ 2 ] other.

  • Page 11: Brace Mount Brackets

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT [ 4 ] [12, 13, 14] Petal [ 5 ] Wood Support 2.4 BRACE MOUNT BRACKETS FOR 3.4M, AND 3.7M 3.7M [ 6 ]...
  • Page 12 4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT Attach the reflector support brackets (item 6) to the reflector at locations C and D at the left side of all eight petal seams. Be sure that the shorter, more pointed leg of each bracket is toward the reflector center.

  • Page 13: Support Structure Assembly

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT SUPPORT STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY STEP 1: Rotate the Center Hub until the elevation tab is centered over a petal without a feed clevis. Center Hub Elevation Tab Edge Flanges [ 1 ] Center Flange [ 2 ] STEP 2: [ 15, 16 ]...
  • Page 14 Finally tighten the hardware securing the short braces to the center hub. The assembly of the reflector and the support structure is now complete. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 15: Reflector Installation

    5/8” x 1.50 SQ. HD BOLT 1/2 -13 x 1.50 BOLT 8033-012 1/2-13x 2.25 BOLT 8033-018 8201-030 1/2 FLATWASHER 1/2 LOCKWASHER 8202-043 DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 16 1/2-13 HEX NUT 8104-007 8034-016 5/8-11 x 2.00 BOLT 8201-039 5/8 FLATWASHER -NARROW 8202-044 5/8 LOCKWASHER 5/8 - 11 HEX NUT 8105-007 DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 17 6 PL pipe and that it can rotate freely. Mast STEP 2: DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 18 [ 16, 17] block (item 2) and secure with 3/4” nut and washer. [ 2 ] [ 16, 17 ] DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 19: Reflector Positioning

    Canister Elevation Tab Cross - Tube Mast Center Hub Carton Reflector Assembly STEP 2: Center Hub DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 20: Feed Installation

    (items 7, 9, 10). Do not tighten these bolts until section 5.1. [ 9, 10, 11 ] [ 7, 9, 10 ] SECTION 4 FEED INSTALLATION DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 21: Feed Horn Assembly

    [ 2 ] CUSTOMER PROVIDED LNB [ 3 ] [ 1 ] [ 5 ] [ 4 ] FIGURE 1. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 22 [ 3 ] [ 4 ] [ 2 ] [ 6 ] [ 1 ] CUSTOMER PROVIDED LNB FIGURE 2. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 23 [ 4, 5, 6 ] [ 2 ] [ 7 ] [ 4 ] [ 1 ] [ 3 ] FIGURE 3. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 24 CUSTOMER PROVIDED C / Ku - BAND [ 4 ] [ 1 ] [ 3 ] [ 2 ] FIGURE 4. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 25: Feed System Part List

    [ 4 ] or outside). [ 2 ] [ 4 ] Feed Support Clevis [ 5 ] [ 6 ] DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 26: Feed Installation

    [ 4 ] [ 4 ] [ 3 ] [ 3 ] [ 2 ] [ 2 ] FIGURE 6. FIGURE 5. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 27 [ 4, 5, 6 ] [ 4 ] [ 3 ] FIGURE 7. [ 2 ] FOCAL LENGTH FIGURE 8. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...
  • Page 28 Ku-BAND SINGLE POLE FEED HORN BOLTS VIEW “A” - “A” FEED HORN BOLTS Ku-BAND DUAL POLE VIEW “B” - “B” FIGURE 10. DAWNco • 3340 S. Lapeer Rd • Orion, MI 48359-1320 • Ph (248) 391-9200 • Fax (248) 391-9207 • sales@DAWNco.com...

  • Page 29: Feed Cover Installation

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT FEED COVER INSTALLATION FOR SINGLE POL Ku-BAND FEED ONLY - After completion of the feed installation, connection of the cable and polarity adjustment, bend the feed cover tabs (item #7) in and then slide the feed cover (item #8) over the tabs. Attach the cover to the tabs with the tapping screws (item # 9) and slide the cap (item #10) over the cover as shown in figure 11.

  • Page 30: Antenna Alignment And Tuning

    4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT SECTION 5 ANTENNA ALIGNMENT AND TUNING ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT Prior to setting the rough elevation angle, make sure that the threaded portion of the elevation rod is centered in the elevation block. Place an inclinometer on the hub as shown in figure 12.
  • Page 31 4096-225 3.4M & 3.7M Az/El TRUSS MOUNT If the reflector does not check out as described above within approximately a 1/4", reflector adjustment may be done. Identify the point on the rim that is either high or low. Loosen the four bolts on the long and short angle brace behind the radial line of the reflector.
  • Page 32 P37F Install Manual (Windload Data) P37F (Stationary 3.7 meter Satellite Antenna) series windload data at 110 MPH Angles (°) Forces (LBs.) Moments (Ft. LBs.) Axial Lateral Lift Roll Pitch 5247 5142 -164 1900 5527 -339 4237 -140 -6321 -700 -6901...
  • Page 33 P37F Install Manual (Windload Data)

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