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- Page 1 SUNSIGHT AAT RF PANEL ANTENNA ALIGNMENT SYSTEM AAT Models AAT30 and AAT15 Issue 5 6/7/2019 www.sunsight.com support@sunsight.com +1 321-244-9443 x2...
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Page 2: Document Change History
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Document Change History Issue Date Description 02/05/2016 Original Issue 02/15/2016 Report generation added 04/26/2016 Basic Description and Operation added... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Contents Document Change History ......................2 Safety ............................4 Introduction ..........................6 Quick Start Guide ........................7 Description of the AAT System .................... -
Page 4: Safety
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 4 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Generating Reports from the AAT ..................27 Single Antenna Sample Report (captured with Quick Capture): ........28 Site/Multiple Antenna Sample Report (captured with Profile Mode): ...... - Page 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 5 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Avoid impacting, dropping or rough handling of the AAT. The AAT contains sensitive electronic components. Rough handling may result in internal component damage.
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Page 6: Introduction
AAT15. For the remainder of this document, the term AAT will refer to both the AAT30 and AAT15 products. It is important that all users review the free video training series on the Sunsight Instruments website at www.sunsight.com/training. In addition to free video training, Sunsight Instruments offers an online certification program, which may be required by some customers. -
Page 7: Quick Start Guide
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 7 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Quick Start Guide This document describes the function of the AAT in great detail. It contains significant information to better use the AAT in various field situations, along with introducing advanced features and techniques. -
Page 8: Description Of The Aat System
06/07/2019 P a g e | 8 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Description of the AAT System The AAT is a battery operated tool that measures azimuth, tilt, roll and height. Typical use of the AAT is for aligning RF cellular panel antennas. - Page 9 CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 9 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 AAT Front View AAT Back View AAT Charge Ports and LASER Rangefinder Connection Port Important— use only the Sunsight supplied charger. Other chargers will...
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Page 10: Basic Operation Of The Aat
The AAT acts as its own Wi-Fi hotspot. The AAT can be accessed by the Sunsight app if using an Android device of Android OS 6.0 or higher. Using the app will allow taking of photos during the alignment data capture process. -
Page 11: Reporting Alignment Data With The Aat
06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 1 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 data such as antenna make/model, serial numbers, notes, etc. If the user and their customer can agree on what data is to be collected, the subsequent reports will provide the fastest and most complete method of recording and reporting alignment work. -
Page 12: Methods For Collecting Alignment Data
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 2 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Methods for Collecting Alignment Data... -
Page 13: Typical Order Of Operations For Using The Aat (Android App Or Browser Method)
Before climbing: Power on the AAT and Handheld Controller. Connect the Handheld Controller to the AAT using the Sunsight Android app or web browser by connecting to the Wi-Fi hotspot. Run the AAT on the ground at the job site and verify azimuth acquisition (blue LED solid on AAT). -
Page 14: Connecting Using Basic Web Browser Access (No Sunsight App)
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 4 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 After completing the installation of the Android app, the AAT can be accessed quickly going forward. -
Page 15: Using The Aat Menus And Displays
06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 5 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Using the AAT Menus and Displays Once connected to the AAT, the user may select various AAT options by clicking or tapping the Menu button on the handheld controller. -
Page 16: Diagnostics
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 6 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Diagnostics Displays GPS diagnostic information Cycle Slips, Satellites, and Signal to Noise should all display OK or Excellent. -
Page 17: Detailed Instructions For Using The Aat To Align Standard Rf Panel Antennas
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 7 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Detailed Instructions for Using the AAT to Align Standard RF Panel Antennas Choose Alignment Mode... -
Page 18: Mounting The Aat On The Antenna
06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 8 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 The AAT will validate and store the information input by the user, then site information will be displayed on-screen. - Page 19 CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 1 9 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Figure 1a Figure 1b Install AAT measuring unit into the side mount by positioning upper lip of mounting rail on back of AAT into mount grip, then rotate AAT down into to security latch.
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Page 20: Alignment Procedure On The Antenna (Aat Already Mounted)
Power on and enable Wi-Fi on the handheld controller being used to communicate with the AAT. Connect the handheld controller to the AAT using the Sunsight Android app or web browser. AAT’s start page will be displayed. Capturing Alignment Data... - Page 21 CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 1 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Quick Capture To perform a Quick Capture: Click or tap Menu, then select Measure Only. Live measurements are displayed.
- Page 22 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 2 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Click or tap the Next button to input site information and save the capture to the AAT or select Reject to return to the live measurements page to begin again.
- Page 23 CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 3 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Profile Capture Aligning to an Existing Profile Click or tap the Menu button, then select Profiles/Capture/Report.
- Page 24 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 4 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Click or tap the Prev Profile and Next Profile buttons to scroll through available antenna positions stored under the job site until the antenna being aligned is displayed.
- Page 25 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 5 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 ** Note: ATT mounting orientation is as viewed from behind the antenna. The handle side of the AAT is considered the front of the device. Example: If, from behind the antenna, the AAT handle points left, orientation must be set to “AAT Faces Left.”...
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Page 26: Post Alignment Procedures
06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 6 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 If captured data does not agree with target data, the user may choose to Reject the capture and perform a new capture. -
Page 27: General Information About Reports
06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 7 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 General Information About Reports All stored capture data remains in the AAT’s memory on the internal SD card, even after reports are generated. -
Page 28: Single Antenna Sample Report (Captured With Quick Capture)
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 8 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Reporting (VRIR) feature (patent pending). Follow this link to learn more about the VRIR feature - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=7&v=gbR0NaZ5N6g... - Page 29 CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 2 9 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15...
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Page 30: Site/Multiple Antenna Sample Report (Captured With Profile Mode)
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 0 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Site/Multiple Antenna Sample Report (captured with Profile Mode):... -
Page 31: Google Earth Sample Report
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 1 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Google Earth Sample Report:... -
Page 32: Laser Tape Drop Feature (Optional) To Capture Above Ground Level (Agl) Height
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 2 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 LASER Tape Drop Feature (optional) to capture Above Ground Level (AGL) height The LASER Tape Drop feature uses a LASER rangefinder (LRF) with the AAT to capture AGL (Above Ground Level) height to a very accurate degree. -
Page 33: Checking Tilt And Roll Calibration
AAT’s internal sensors. The frequency with which these checks should be performed will depend on how often the AAT is used and how it is cared for. Calibration checks should be performed monthly, at a minimum. The AAT does not require return to Sunsight for calibration. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 4 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Troubleshooting Checking current firmware version Log in to the AAT. Scroll to the bottom of any AAT webpage, where the user can find the AAT serial number and firmware version currently installed. -
Page 35: Use And Care Of The Sunsight Aat
To receive update notifications, please register your AAT: https://www.sunsight.com/index.php/register-aat. Your information is never shared or sold and is used only by Sunsight to track user updates. For questions regarding use or care of the AAT and its accessories, please contact Sunsight Instruments Technical Support. - Page 36 CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 6 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15...
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Page 37: Glossary
CD 7011, ISSUE 5 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 7 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Glossary AAT – The Sunsight Instruments AntennAlign Alignment Tool is a self-contained measuring device that can be used to measure azimuth, tilt, roll, latitude, longitude, and height of the device it is attached to. - Page 38 06/07/2019 P a g e | 3 8 SUNSIGHT AAT RF Panel Antenna Alignment System – AAT MODELS AAT30 & AAT15 Tilt – Measured in degrees and refers to antenna alignment in the vertical plane. A positive tilt value indicates the face of the antenna is pointed toward the ground.
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