Summary of Contents for General Dynamics 1.2M Ku-BAND RxSERIES 1132
- Page 1 4096-630 May 29, 2007 ASSEMBLY MANUAL Revision H 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 ANTENNA SYSTEM General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1500 Prodelin Drive Newton NC 28658USA Phone 828-464-4141 www.gdsatcom.com...
- Page 2 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 ANTENNA SYSTEM General Revision 5-29-07 Revised for removal of indicator and scale 5/19/05 Del 0185-492 add 0185-491 12/16/04 Revised Az/El to 0185-492 10/12/04 Revised for new reflector 9/3/2003 Revised text on page 14 8/26/02 Revised Diagrams and Text 1/25/02 Revised Address 1/9/02...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE INTRODUCTION GENERAL INFORMATION UNPACKING & INSPECTION FREIGHT DAMAGE MATERIAL MISSING OR DAMAGED MECHANICAL INSTALLATION TOOLS FOUNDATION INTERFACE ANTENNA SYSTEM ASSEMBLY REFLECTOR & SUPPORT ASM PART LIST... -
Page 5: Introduction
GENERAL INFORMATION This manual describes the assembly and installation of General Dynamics's 1.2 meter antenna system. The General Dynamics 1.2 meter is a rugged and reliable mount which will operate in the Ku-Band frequency with high efficiency and at the same time successfully withstand the effects of the environment. -
Page 6: Mechanical Installation Tools
The required interface from the foundation to the mount is 2-1/2" schedule 40 pipe (2.88" O.D.). A suggested in-ground foundation is shown in Figure 1. Also available from General Dynamics, as options, are a kingpost pedestal mount and a non penetrating mast mount. - Page 7 Minimum depth as shown or extend to local frost line. Foundation meets the design requirements as set forth by the uniform building code. (1982 edition) (GENERAL DYNAMICS DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT ANY PARTICULAR DESIGN OR SIZE OF FOUNDATION IS APPROPRIATE FOR ANY LOCALITY OR EARTH STATION INSTALLATION.)
- Page 8 4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 SECTION II REFLECTOR AND SUPPORT ASSEMBLY REFLECTOR AND SUPPORT ASSEMBLY PART LIST- TABLE 2.0 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION VARIES 1.2M Reflector 0185-491 Az/El Positioner Assembly Hi - Lo Screw 8319-006...
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Page 9: Antenna System Assembly
4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY CAUTION: During the assembly procedure, the sequence of instructions must be followed. Do Not Tighten Any Hardware Until Instructed. Refer to the parts list table and the referenced steps. -
Page 10: Feed Support Assembly
4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 FEED SUPPORT ASSEMBLY NOTE: These instructions are intended as a general reference for feed support assembly. If your antenna system has specific feed support installation instructions, then refer to them at this time. - Page 11 4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 STEP 1. See Detail A Attach feed rods to reflector with (items: 3, 6, 7 and with [ 2 ] of (item NOTE: The 2.00” flat end of the feed rod mounts to the outside rim...
- Page 12 4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 STEP 3. A). Connect the feed rods to the feed support tube with ( items: 4, 6, 7 ) and with [ 2 ] of ( item 5 ). Feed Support Tube STEP 4.
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Page 13: Antenna Pointing
Note: The following alignment procedure is intended only as a general reference guide for this antenna. For proper antenna performance, accurate alignment is critical. Therefore, it is recommended that your own detailed procedure be used or contact General Dynamics Technical Support Department for additional recommendations. STEP 1:... - Page 14 4096-630 General Dynamics Satcom Technologies 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1132 Reflector Support Elevation Adjustment Bolt Tighten canister after rough Scale for adjustment elevation adjustment Fine azimuth LOOSEN THIS BEFORE adjustment ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT TYPICAL BOTH SIDES FIGURE 2.
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Page 15: Maintenance
REFLECTOR General Dynamics reflector does not require any maintenance. The composite construction of the reflector is virtually impervious to any damages that could be caused by weather or atmospheric conditions. It is only necessary to inspect for any physical damage done by vandalism or very severe weather conditions.
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