prodelin 1135 Series Assembly Manual

1.2m ku-band rx/tx

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4096-662
August 18, 2004
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
Revision B
1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx
SERIES 1135

ANTENNA SYSTEM

PRODELIN CORPORATION
1500 Prodelin Drive
Newton NC 28658

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  • Page 1: Antenna System

    4096-662 August 18, 2004 ASSEMBLY MANUAL Revision B 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 ANTENNA SYSTEM PRODELIN CORPORATION 1500 Prodelin Drive Newton NC 28658...
  • Page 2 4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 ANTENNA SYSTEM Rev. ELEVATION ROD 5/18/06 REVISED PER REVIEW 9/20/04 ORIGINAL RELEASE 8/18/04 REV. DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED...
  • Page 3 4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 Feed Support and Feed varies. See instructions included with the feed and/or feed support. 1.2M ANTENNA SYSTEM FIG. 1...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE INTRODUCTION GENERAL INFORMATION UNPACKING & INSPECTION FREIGHT DAMAGE MATERIAL MISSING OR DAMAGED MECHANICAL INSTALLATION TOOLS FOUNDATION INTERFACE ANTENNA SYSTEM ASSEMBLY MOUNT ASM PARTS LIST MOUNT ASSEMBLY REFLECTOR ASM PARTS LIST...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Ku-Band frequency with high efficiency and at the same time successfully withstand the effects of the environment. Prodelin’s 1.2 meter antennas have an F/D ratio of .8, and is commonly used with a 39° Prodelin Feed Horn. These instructions, listed by sections, cover all areas of assembly and installation.
  • 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.) or (72mm - 74mm O.D. x 5.2mm THK) . A suggested in-ground foundation is shown in Figure 1. Also available from Prodelin, as options, are a kingpost pedestal mount and 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) (PRODELIN CORPORATION DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT ANY PARTICULAR DESIGN OR SIZE OF FOUNDATION IS APPROPRIATE FOR ANY LOCALITY OR EARTH STATION INSTALLATION.)
  • Page 8: Antenna System Assembly

    4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 SECTION II ANTENNA SYSTEM ASSEMBLY MOUNT ASM PARTS LIST – TABLE 2.0 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 0185-483 Az/El Positioner Assembly 0490-898 Elevation Adjustment Rod 3/8-16 x 3.50 Hex Bolt 8032-028 8104-007 1/2-13 Hex Nut 8201-042 3/8”...
  • Page 9: Mount Assembly

    4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 MOUNT 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. STEP 1.
  • Page 10 4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 [ 1 ] [ 3, 5 ] [ 5, 6, 7 ] Elevation Bolt Pivot Bracket (For very low elevations (<10° ) rotate 180° from orientation shown) [ 2 ] FIG. 5 [ 4 ] STEP 3.
  • Page 11: Reflector Asm Parts List

    4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 REFLECTOR ASM PARTS LIST – TABLE 2.2 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION VARIES 1.2M Reflector 0185-483 Az/El Positioner Assembly (completed from section 2.1) 5/16” x 3.00 Carriage Bolt 8038-024 5/16” x 3.25 Carriage Bolt 8038-026 5/16”...
  • Page 12: Reflector Assembly

    4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY STEP 1. Stand the reflector on its bottom edge and insert two 5/16”x 3.00” carriage bolts (item 3) thru the top two holes as shown. Hole for Feed Rod [ 3 ]...
  • Page 13: Feed Support And Feed Assembly

    For proper antenna performance, accurate alignment is critical. Therefore, it is recommended that your own detailed procedure be used or contact Prodelin’s Technical Support Department for additional recommendations. REFER TO FIG. 8 AND FIG. 9 ON THE NEXT PAGES FOR A DETAILED VIEW STEP 1: Loosen the four 3/8”...
  • Page 14 4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 1/2” Azimuth Adj. Nuts Loosen for polarization adjustment Place Inclinometer Here Polarization Scale See next page Loosen for elevation adjustment 1/2” Elevation Adj. Nuts FIG. 8...
  • Page 15 4096-662 PRODELIN CORPORATION 1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx SERIES 1135 Indicator mark Polarization scale DETAIL VIEW OF POLARIZATION SCALE FIG. 9...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    It is only necessary to inspect for any physical damage done by vandalism or very severe weather conditions. Should any damage be detected to a portion of the reflector, contact the Customer Service Department at Prodelin for recommendations involving reflector repair. MOUNT AND REFLECTOR SUPPORT STRUCTURE The mount and reflector support structure supplied with this antenna is of steel and aluminum construction and has a galvanized or chromate finish.

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