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- Page 1 HN System Installation Manual for .98 m Ku-band Upgradeable Antenna Model AN6-098P 1037312-0001 Revision A March 2, 2007...
- Page 2 Hughes Network Systems, LLC has made every effort to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. Hughes Network Systems, LLC shall not be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Hughes Network Systems, LLC makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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Page 3: Important Safety Information
Important safety information Types of warnings used in this manual For your safety and protection, read this entire installation manual before you attempt to install the satellite antenna. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. This section introduces the various types of warnings used in this manual to alert you to possible safety hazards. -
Page 4: Product Warning Labels
Product warning labels The following safety alert labels are affixed to the satellite antenna feed support tube, transmitter, and antenna reflector: Feed support tube Transmitter Reflector (back side) Safety alert labels on the antenna assembly These labels advise that the antenna emits radio frequency (RF) energy. -
Page 5: Antenna Installation Safety
Observe the following precautions when installing the satellite antenna. This manual also includes additional safety alerts where appropriate concerning specific installation procedures. WARNING Only Hughes-certified installers may install or service Hughes earth stations and components. Installers must expressly acknowledge the Hughes requirements for Hughes installations. DANGER... - Page 6 • Important safety information 1037312-0001 Revision A WARNING • Do not work in high wind or rain or if a storm, lightning, or other adverse weather conditions are present or approaching. • Do not attempt to assemble, move, or mount the antenna on a windy day.
- Page 7 CAUTION Observe these precautions to avoid exposure to RF radiation, a potential safety hazard: • The antenna must be installed in a location or manner not readily accessible to children and in a manner that prevents human exposure to potentially harmful levels of radiation.
- Page 8 • Important safety information viii 1037312-0001 Revision A CAUTION • All installations of any type or size must carry an industry standard and government approved Radiation Hazard Caution label on the feed arm. • A fenced or roof installation in a commercial, industrial, or institutional environment must carry a Radiation Hazard Caution sign on the access door, gate, or permanently mounted access ladder that is within plain...
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Overview ........1 The model AN6-098P antenna ......2 Antenna installation summary . - Page 10 • Contents 1037312-0001 Revision A Small hardware parts lists......18 Additional parts for J-type radio..... . .19 Tools .
- Page 11 Chapter 7 Pointing the antenna ......55 Antenna pointing overview ......56 Using the installation software .
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- Page 13 Chapter 1 1. Hughes model AN6-098P .98 m satellite antenna with radio ....2 Chapter 2 2. Shipping container contents—main components ......9 3.
- Page 14 31. Securing the feed horn clamp ........39 32.
- Page 15 Chapter 2 1. Two antenna kit configurations ........8 2.
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Page 17: About This Document
About this document This manual explains how to assemble, install, and point the Hughes model AN6-098P .98 m antenna. It is written for qualified installers who are familiar with satellite antenna installation practices and are capable of properly applying the information presented. -
Page 18: Related Publications
Related publications Revision record • About this document xviii 1037312-0001 Revision A The HN System Antenna Site Preparation and Mount Installation Guide (1035678-0001) contains detailed information about: • Safety considerations for mount and antenna installations • Site surveys • Trimasts and other types of antenna mounts •... -
Page 19: Overview
This chapter presents an overview of the Hughes model AN6-098P .98 m Ku-band antenna in the following sections: • The model AN6-098P antenna on page 2 • Antenna installation summary on page 3 • Tasks related to antenna installation on page 4... -
Page 20: The Model An6-098P Antenna
The model AN6-098P antenna Figure 1: Hughes model AN6-098P .98 m satellite antenna with radio Chapter 1 • Overview 1037312-0001 Revision A Each remote terminal at a customer site requires an antenna and radio assembly to communicate with the system satellite and the Network Operations Center (NOC). -
Page 21: Antenna Installation Summary
Antenna installation summary The antenna installation steps and related tasks are summarized below. The steps in bold type are documented in this manual. 1. Choose an installation site. 2. Select a method for mounting the antenna. 3. Install the antenna mount. Note: A critical requirement is that the mast must be plumb. -
Page 22: Tasks Related To Antenna Installation
The entire antenna assembly must be grounded. For grounding information, refer to your training; best grounding practices; the Hughes Field Service Bulletin (FSB), HNS Broadband Requirements for RG-6 and RG-11 IFL Cable Connectors, Ground Blocks and Ground Block Location (FSB 50518_01C);... -
Page 23: Approved Cables
Approved cables For a list of approved cables for the interfacility link (IFL) between the antenna and the remote terminal, see the Hughes FSB, IFL Cable, Approved List (with lengths) for DW7x00, DW60xx, and DW40xx Domestic Installations (FSB_060316_01A). The FSB lists the maximum cable length for each approved cable type, for both 1-W and 2-W radios. - Page 24 Chapter 1 • Overview 1037312-0001 Revision A...
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Page 25: Antenna Parts And Required Tools
Antenna parts and required tools This chapter describes the parts provided in the model AN6-098P antenna kit. It includes the following sections: • Antenna kit components on page 8 • Radio assembly types on page 15 • Small hardware parts lists on page 18 •... -
Page 26: Antenna Kit Components
Before proceeding, refer to Table 1 and make sure you have the correct antenna kit. Table 1: Two antenna kit configurations Box contents Antenna kit for J-type radio Antenna kit for cradle-type radio Hughes part number for each box P/N 1501111-0001 P/N 1501111-0002 P/N 1501111-0021 P/N 1501111-0022... -
Page 27: Inspecting The Antenna Parts
Inspecting the antenna parts Antenna kit (2 boxes) Box 1 of 2 Az/El and reflector bracket assembly Feed horn Radio mounting adapter Included in kit for J-type radio only: Radio mounting brackets Waveguide transition (attached to feed horn) Small hardware parts such as fasteners are also included in the boxes, as detailed in Tables 2 and 3. -
Page 28: Description Of Main Components
Description of main components Az/El and reflector bracket assembly Figure 3: Az/El and reflector bracket assembly (pre-assembled as one unit) Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools 1037312-0001 Revision A The following sections describe and illustrate the antenna assembly’s main components. The Az/El mount assembly and reflector bracket assembly are pre-assembled for installation as a single unit, as shown in Figure 3. -
Page 29: Antenna Reflector
Antenna reflector The antenna reflector is shown in Figure 4. Figure 4: Antenna reflector Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools 1037312-0001 Revision A... -
Page 30: Feed Support Tube And Feed Rods
Feed support tube and feed rods J-type radio Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools 1037312-0001 Revision A The radio assembly mounts onto the feed support tube (Figure 5). The feed rods (Figure 6) attach to the reflector and support the feed support tube. -
Page 31: Feed Horn And Waveguide Transition
Feed horn and waveguide transition The feed support tube and the feed rods are the only main parts included in both antenna kits that are different. The feed horn (Figure 7) transmits and receives signals to and from the reflector. The J-type radio assembly requires a waveguide transition, as shown in Figure 7. -
Page 32: Radio Mounting Adapter
Radio mounting adapter The mounting adapter shown in Figure 8 is used for both radio Radio mounting brackets (for J-type radio only) Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools 1037312-0001 Revision A types to mount the radio assembly on the feed support tube. Figure 8: Radio assembly mounting adapter The antenna kit for the J-type radio assembly (only) includes two mounting brackets (Figure 9) that are used to secure the radio... -
Page 33: Radio Assembly Types
Radio assembly types J-type radio assembly Figure 10 shows the J-type radio assembly, referred to as J-type The radio assembly is not part of the antenna kit; however, radio assembly installation is included in this manual because the antenna and radio assembly are usually installed at the same time. There are two possible radio assemblies available for the .98 m antenna, the J-type radio assembly or cradle-type radio assembly. -
Page 34: Cradle-Type Radio Assembly
Cradle-type radio assembly Figure 12 illustrates the cradle-type radio assembly. The main Figure 12: Cradle-type radio assembly (shown with mounting adapter) Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools 1037312-0001 Revision A see Installing a shim for vertical transmit polarization on page 32. - Page 35 Figure 13: Cradle-like rotation of the cradle-type radio assembly Cradle-type refers to the overall design of the radio; therefore, two radios with different model numbers may both be cradle-type radios. Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools 1037312-0001 Revision A...
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Page 36: Small Hardware Parts Lists
Small hardware parts lists Table 2: Small hardware parts used in antenna kits for both radio types Part ¼-20 × 1-3/8-inch thread-cutting screws ¼-20 × 1-inch hex bolts ¼-20 × 2-inch hex bolt ¼-inch flat washers ¼-inch lock washers ¼-inch hex nuts 0.9-inch inside diameter O-ring * No. -
Page 37: Additional Parts For J-Type Radio
Additional parts for J-type radio Table 3: Additional small hardware parts included in the antenna kit for the J-type radio assembly Part 1-inch inside diameter O-ring M4 x 12-mm socket-head cap screws M4 lock washers 5/16-18 × 1-inch hex bolts ¼-20 ×... -
Page 38: Tools
15 inch-lb. Used to make sure the mast is plumb. Hand-held, magnetic. Carpenter’s pencil. Optional. Hughes P/N 1031393-0002. Portable repeater that displays signal strength values during antenna pointing. For additional information, see Installing the OPI on page 58. If needed. -
Page 39: Assembling The Antenna
Determining the pointing values Assembling the antenna This chapter explains how to install: • The Az/El and reflector bracket assembly – The Az/El mount assembly and reflector bracket assembly are pre-assembled for installation as a single unit, as shown in Figure 3 on page 10. -
Page 40: General Instructions For Assembling The Antenna
General instructions for assembling the antenna Chapter 3 • Assembling the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A In this manual, installation software refers to installation, pointing, and commissioning software accessed through the IDU, which works in conjunction with SBC. Before proceeding, use the installation software to determine the initial values to use for setting azimuth, elevation, and polarization. -
Page 41: Installing The Az/El And Reflector Bracket Assembly
Installing the Az/El and reflector bracket assembly Bubble must be centered between marks. Follow these steps to install the Az/El and reflector bracket assembly onto the mast: 1. Before you install the Az/El and reflector bracket assembly onto the mast pipe, use a bubble level to make sure the mast is plumb. -
Page 42: Az/El And Reflector Bracket Assembly On The Mast
Chapter 3 • Assembling the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A Reflector bracket Az/El mount assembly Figure 15: Az/El and reflector bracket assembly on the mast 3. Optional: If you adjust the antenna elevation now to the coarse elevation value, before installing the reflector, it’s easier than making this adjustment after the reflector is attached. -
Page 43: Attaching The Reflector
Attaching the reflector Follow these instructions to attach the antenna reflector to the reflector bracket. Note: This task is easier if someone assists you. 1. Orient the reflector so the HughesNet logo on the front is near the top, as shown in Figure 16. Hole for attaching feed rod... - Page 44 Arrows above point to mounting screws. One screw, indicated by the gray arrow, is not visible in this photo. Chapter 3 • Assembling the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A Reflector attached to bracket Figure 17: Mounting the reflector on the reflector bracket 3.
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Page 45: Installing The Feed Support Tube
Installing the feed support tube Attaching the feed rods Figure 18: Attaching feed rods to the reflector Install the feed rods and feed support tube as explained in the following two sections. These instructions apply to both types of feed support tubes and feed rods, that is, the tube and feed rods for the J-type radio or cradle-type radio. -
Page 46: Securing The Feed Support Tube
Securing the feed support Feed rod ends attached to feed support tube, in front of reflector Figure 19: Attaching the feed rods to the feed support tube Back of reflector Figure 20: Attaching the feed support tube to the reflector rim Chapter 3 •... -
Page 47: Tightening The Hardware
Tightening the hardware Tighten the hardware as follows: 1. Tighten the three nuts on the reflector rim (indicated by the black arrows in Figure 21). 2. Tighten the nut where the feed rods attach to the feed support tube (indicated by the white arrow in Figure 21). Figure 21: Tightening nuts on feed rods and feed support tube The antenna is now assembled, as shown in Figure 22, and ready for installation of the radio assembly. - Page 48 Chapter 3 • Assembling the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A...
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Page 49: Installing A J-Type Radio Assembly
Installing a J-type radio assembly This chapter applies to the J-type radio assembly only. If you are installing a cradle-type radio assembly, go to Chapter 5 – Installing a cradle-type radio assembly, on page 43. This chapter includes: • Installing a shim for vertical transmit polarization on page 32 •... -
Page 50: Installing A Shim For Vertical Transmit Polarization
Figure 23: Shim location next to TRIA To replace the horizontal shim with a vertical shim, follow these steps: 1. Obtain a vertical transmit polarization shim kit (Hughes model VTX-SHIM-KIT, P/N 1033809-0001). Figure 24 on page 33 shows what a vertical shim looks like. -
Page 51: Horizontal Shim And Vertical Shim For Transmit Polarization
X here identifies horizontal shim. This X is visible when the parts are assembled. TRIA Horizontal shim in place O-ring Alignment Horizontal shim Figure 24: Horizontal shim and vertical shim for transmit polarization Figure 24 illustrates the difference between the horizontal shim and vertical shim. - Page 52 Chapter 4 • Installing a J-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A 5. Install the vertical shim and O-ring in the same location. Because of its shape and alignment pins on the transmit/receive isolation assembly (TRIA), the vertical shim can only be installed in the position shown in Figure 24 (upper right photo).
- Page 53 Figure 26 shows how the TRIA is positioned for horizontal transmit polarization compared to how it is positioned for vertical transmit polarization. TRIA Horizontal polarization TRIA TRIA rotated for vertical polarization Figure 26: TRIA position for horizontal and vertical transmit polarization 6.
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Page 54: Installing The Radio Assembly
Installing the radio assembly Attaching the upper mounting bracket Chapter 4 • Installing a J-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A This section explains how to install the J-type radio assembly. You must use the antenna kit indicated in Table 1 on page 8 for the J-type radio assembly. -
Page 55: Attaching The Feed Horn And Transition To The Radio Assembly
Attaching the feed horn and transition to the radio assembly The feed horn and waveguide transition are shipped from the factory pre-attached, as shown in Figure 28. Waveguide transition O-ring groove Figure 28: Feed horn with waveguide transition attached Attach the square end of the waveguide transition (with the feed horn attached) to the radio assembly—specifically, to the transmit/receive isolation assembly, or TRIA: 1. - Page 56 Chapter 4 • Installing a J-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A 3. Place the neck of the feed horn into the upper mounting bracket, and position the square end of the waveguide transition close to the TRIA. See Figure 30. Make sure the feed horn packing material is out of the way so it will not get stuck between the feed horn neck and the upper mounting bracket.
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Page 57: Mounting The Radio Assembly On The Feed Support Tube
Mounting the radio To mount the radio assembly on the feed support tube, first mount the lower mounting bracket on the feed support tube: assembly on the feed support tube 8. Tighten the bolts alternately, a little at a time. Figure 31: Securing the feed horn clamp (arrow) 1. -
Page 58: Attaching The Radio Assembly To The Feed Support Tube
Chapter 4 • Installing a J-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A 4. Tighten the nuts. Match round hole in adapter to round hole in tube. T0172015 Figure 32: Attaching the radio assembly to the feed support tube Attach the upper and lower mounting brackets to each other, as shown in Figure 33: 1. - Page 59 5. Tighten the four bolts. 1/4-20 x 0.75-inch carriage bolts Upper mounting bracket T0172018 Figure 33: Attaching the radio assembly to the feed support tube 6. Remove the protective packing material from the feed horn window. This completes installation of the radio assembly. Chapter 4 •...
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Page 61: Installing A Cradle-Type Radio Assembly
Installing a cradle-type radio assembly This chapter applies to the cradle-type radio assembly only. If you are installing a J-type radio assembly, go to Chapter 4 – Installing a J-type radio assembly, on page 31. This chapter includes: • Installing the radio assembly on page 44 •... -
Page 62: Installing The Radio Assembly
Installing the radio assembly Attaching the feed horn Chapter 5 • Installing a cradle-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A This section explains how to install the cradle-type radio assembly. You must use the antenna kit indicated in Table 1 on page 8 for the cradle-type radio assembly. -
Page 63: Mounting The Radio Assembly On The Feed Support Tube
Mounting the radio Use the mounting adapter to attach the radio assembly to the feed support tube. Refer to Figure 36 as you follow these instructions: assembly on the feed support tube 2. Apply silicone grease to the O-ring groove in the feed horn. 3. -
Page 64: Mounting The Radio On The Feed Support Tube
T0172014 Chapter 5 • Installing a cradle-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A 4. Tighten the bolts securely. Match round hole in adapter to second hole from bend in tube. 5/16-18 hex bolts Figure 36: Mounting the radio on the feed support tube 5. -
Page 65: Setting Polarization For The Cradle-Type Radio
Setting polarization for the cradle-type radio Calculating the radio polarization setting For a horizontal uplink /vertical downlink For a vertical uplink / horizontal downlink To set polarization for the cradle-type radio, you adjust the radio, not the antenna. This section explains how to calculate and set the polarization value for the cradle-type radio assembly. -
Page 66: Setting The Radio Polarization
Setting the radio polarization Positive polarization scale Chapter 5 • Installing a cradle-type radio assembly 1037312-0001 Revision A Set polarization on the cradle-type radio as follows: 1. Before proceeding, make sure the antenna polarization is set to 0°. See Setting polarization on page 63. 2. -
Page 67: Cabling And Connections
Coaxial connectors and cable can corrode if exposed to moisture. Use only compression type connectors, and weatherproof them with dielectric grease and weatherproof tape. For connector requirements, see the Hughes FSB, Note: HNS Broadband Requirements for RG-6 and RG-11 IFL Cable Connectors, Ground Blocks and Ground Block Location (FSB 50518_01C). -
Page 68: Routing The Cables At The Odu
Routing the cables at the ODU Do not exceed the cable bending radius. Secure cables with cable ties (not shown). T0172016 Figure 38: Transmit and receive cable configurations Chapter 6 • Cabling and connections 1037312-0001 Revision A Route the coaxial transmit and receive cables at the ODU as follows: 1. -
Page 69: Ground Connection
Ground connection 3. Coil the extra cable, leave a drip loop, and secure the transmit cable with cable ties. 4. Route the receive cable (marked with red electrical tape) over the Az/El mount assembly, behind the reflector, and along the feed support tube to the TRIA, in a configuration similar to that shown in Figure 38. -
Page 70: Connecting The Transmit And Receive Cables
Connecting the transmit and receive cables Transmit cable Chapter 6 • Cabling and connections 1037312-0001 Revision A Figure 40: Ground screw on cradle-type radio assembly (arrow) This section explains how to connect the transmit and receive cables to the radio assembly. Connect the transmit cable to the transmitter as follows: 1. -
Page 71: Transmit Connector - J-Type Radio
4. If necessary, secure the cable with cable ties. Figure 41: Transmit connector – J-type radio Figure 42: Transmit connector – cradle-type radio Chapter 6 • Cabling and connections 1037312-0001 Revision A... -
Page 72: Receive Cable
Receive cable Chapter 6 • Cabling and connections 1037312-0001 Revision A Connect the receive cable to the low noise block converter (LNB) as follows: 1. Connect the receive cable (marked with red tape) to the receive connector on the LNB. Figure 43 shows the receive connector location on the J-type radio assembly, and Figure 44 shows the connector location on the cradle-type radio assembly. -
Page 73: Pointing The Antenna
Pointing the antenna This chapter explains how to point the antenna. Topics include: • Antenna pointing overview on page 56 • Prerequisites for antenna pointing on page 57 • Outdoor pointing interface on page 57 • Adjusting the antenna on page 59 •... -
Page 74: Antenna Pointing Overview
Antenna pointing overview Using the installation software Peaking the signal (description) Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A This chapter describes a general procedure for pointing the antenna. The objectives of antenna pointing are to: • Locate and detect the satellite signal •... -
Page 75: Personnel Requirements
• The ODU and IDU must be grounded. • You must have access to the installation software through the IDU. The OPI (Hughes P/N 1031393-0002), shown in Figure 45, is an optional tool that displays signal strength values. Cable connector... -
Page 76: Installing The Opi
Figure 46: OPI use a block (or filter). For details, including the specific block you should use, see the Hughes Field Service Bulletin (FSB), Standard OPI Configuration (FSB_060915_01A). Install the block between the OPI and the radio as illustrated in Figure 46. -
Page 77: Adjusting The Antenna
Adjusting the antenna Note: When recording or using antenna pointing values, you must pay attention to whether values are positive (+) or negative (-). Elevation ° ° ° Antenna reflector polarization adjustment, front view T0172002 Figure 47: Adjusting elevation, polarization, and azimuth To point the antenna you make three adjustments to the position of the antenna reflector: •... -
Page 78: Adjustment Locations On The Antenna
Adjustment locations on the Polarization lockdown nuts (4) Elevation scale (The polarization scale is shown in Figure 51 on page 63.) Figure 48: Pointing adjustments on the antenna—elevation, polarization, and azimuth Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A Figure 48 shows the mechanical adjustments for azimuth, elevation, and polarization. -
Page 79: Setting Coarse Elevation
Setting coarse elevation The antenna pointing procedure begins with the steps described in this section and continues through the end of this chapter. Follow the instructions in the order they are presented. Set the initial (coarse) antenna elevation to the initial elevation value given by the installation software, as follows: 1. -
Page 80: Fine Elevation Adjustment
Fine elevation adjustment Receive pointing Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A The fine elevation adjustment rod (shown in Figure 50) allows you to make fine adjustments of the antenna elevation. Where subsequent instructions call for fine adjustment of the antenna elevation, fine-tune the elevation setting as follows: 1. -
Page 81: Initial Elevation Setting
Initial elevation setting Setting polarization Scale pointer Polarization scale Figure 51: Polarization adjustment on the antenna Make sure the antenna reflector is set to the initial elevation value given by the installation software. Polarization refers to rotation of the antenna (as shown in Figure 47 on page 59) and is measured in degrees from zero (no rotation), positive or negative. -
Page 82: Setting Azimuth
Setting azimuth Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A With the elevation and polarization set to the initial values given by the installation software, follow these steps to set the antenna azimuth to the initial value specified by the installation software and then adjust it as necessary: 1. -
Page 83: If You Cannot Detect A Signal
If you cannot detect a signal Follow the steps in this section (steps 1 through 3 and/or steps 1 6. After acquiring a signal, adjust the azimuth to obtain the highest signal quality. 7. Go to Peaking the signal (procedure) on page 66 and follow the instructions there. -
Page 84: Peaking The Signal (Procedure)
Peaking the signal (procedure) Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A After the satellite signal is detected, peak the signal as follows: 1. Mark the mast with a pencil so you can find the azimuth bearing again. 2. After detecting the satellite, continue turning the antenna reflector a small amount in the same direction you were turning it when you began receiving the satellite signal. -
Page 85: Isolating The Transmit Signal
Isolating the transmit signal Manual ACP test To prevent signal cross talk, you use a procedure known as Automated Cross Polarization (ACP) to isolate the transmit signal from the receive signal. ACP test functions are included in the installation software. The ACP software operates in two different modes—manual or automatic. -
Page 86: Automatic Acp Test
Automatic ACP test Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A Verify that the signal is still peaked by initiating an automatic ACP test. To initiate this test, select the automatic cross polarization test type. If the antenna passes the automatic ACP test and maintains signal strength within 3 points on the signal strength scale, it is pointed and ready to be registered. -
Page 87: Final Steps
Final steps Remove the OPI Check for safety labels and signs Subsequent steps Complete the following steps before leaving the installation site. Remove the OPI so you can re-use it for subsequent installations: 1. Disconnect the OPI and block, if used. 2. - Page 88 Chapter 7 • Pointing the antenna 1037312-0001 Revision A...
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Page 89: Acronyms And Abbreviations
Acronyms and abbreviations ACP – Automated Cross Polarization Az/El – Azimuth and elevation FSB – Field service bulletin ft – Foot ft-lb – Foot-pound hr – Hour IDU – Indoor unit IFL – Interfacility link inch-lb – Inch-pound LNB – Low noise block converter mm –... - Page 90 • Acronyms and abbreviations 1037312-0001 Revision A...
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Page 91: Index
Antenna assembling, general instructions illustrated kits main components small hardware parts mount pointing isolating the transmit signal mechanical adjustments 56, 66 peaking the signal prerequisites receive pointing reflector related components unpacking Az/El and reflector bracket assembly installing Az/El mount assembly Azimuth, adjusting Cables approved types... - Page 92 feed horn cradle-type radio J-type radio feed support tube final steps J-type radio assembly 37, 45 O-ring radio assembly reflector Isolating the transmit signal J-type radio assembly described installing mounting brackets mounting on feed support tube shim kit Ku-band and Ka-band Mast Mount for antenna Mounting adapter for radio assembly...
- Page 93 Safety labels and/or signs Shim for transmit polarization Signal strength maximizing Site, installation Summary of installation steps Tasks, antenna installation related tasks Tool sizes matched to hardware sizes Tools needed Torque maximum values Transmit cable connecting routing Transmit polarization shim Transmit signal, isolating Transmitter, connecting Unpacking the antenna...
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