CommScope ValuLine VHLP3 Series User manual

7706805
Rev:
F
IMPORTANT!
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
READ THIS
MANUAL FULLY
BEFORE UNPACKING
AND ASSEMBLING
THE ANTENNA
Videos provide supplementary information - the instructions
contained within this bulletin must always be followed and take
precedence over any information contained within the video.

This document is for the following:
VHLP(X)3-*** 1.0m ANTENNA
7706805
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RE 03
Bulletin
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Status Model Version
Version Rev Status
ValuLine
™ 3ft Antennas
3ft (1.0m)
2 of 20
page
Installation Instructions
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This instruction describes how to assemble a VHLP(X)3 antenna.
The antenna can be mounted with the mount offset to the left or to the right. Offset
left is described in this bulletin, however the images showing offset right installation
are shown at the end of this document.
INTRODUCTION
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CONTENTS & INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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SATETY INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

Table 1 Supplied Equipment and Tools
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EQUPMENT AND TOOLS
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Item Qty Description Contained in Kit Part No
A 1 Reflector
B 4 Radome Rim
C 1 Radome
D 1 Feed VF-3-FR-14
D1 1 Feed Installation Kit
E 1 Mount: Elevation Adjustment Assembly 7679156
F 1 Mount: Azimuth Adjustment Clamp 7671897
G Mount Hardware Kit 7700025
1 Conductive Grease (Tube)
2 Gloves
G1
2 M10 x 100lg Hex Hd Screw, sst, pass
4 M10 Flat Washer, stl, sst, pass
2 M10 Lock Washer, sst, pass
2 M10 Hex Nut, stl, sst, pass
G2
1 M10 x 35lg Hex Hd Screw, stl, galv
1 M10 Lock Washer, stl, galv
2 M10 Flat Washer, stl, galv
G3
1 M10 x 140lg Eyebolt, stl, galv
2 M10 Lock Washer, stl, galv
2 M10 Flat washer, stl, galv
2 M10 Hex Nut, stl, galv
G4
1 Pipe Clamp, stl, galv
4 M10 x 130lg Hex Hd Screw, stl, galv
4 M10 Lock Washer, stl, galv
4 M10 Hex Nut, stl, galv
G5
2 M10 x 35lg Hex Hd Screw, sst, pass
2 M10 Lock Washer, sst, pass
2 M10 FlatWasher, sst, pass
G6
1 M10 x 50lg Hex Hd Bolt, sst, pass
1 M10 Lock Washer, sst, pass
1 M10 FlatWasher, sst, pass
H Radome Rim Assembly Hardware 7700748
16 #12 x 16lg Self Tapping Screw, sst, pass
16 M6 Lock Washer, sst, pass
16 M6 FlatWasher, sst, pass

TOOL REQUIRMENTS
Tools
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EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Required
Thread Diameter in MM
M4 M8 M10
Ring and Open Spanner (A/F) 17mm
Torque Wrench
Sockets (A/F) 17mm
Allen Key (A/F) 3mm 6mm 8mm
Torx Head Driver (T-20)
Cutting Pliers
Compass
General Toolbox
Posidrive/Philips Driver (No2)

E
F
AB
H
G1 G6
TO
D
C
D1
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 3
EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
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Equipment

External carton hidden to show
internal shipping layout.
Leave brace frame attached
to assist assembly of
feed and radome.
(not shown in bulletin views)
Handle reflector and radome with
care at all times.
Do not apply excessive weight on reflector
or radome.
Take care to place reflector and radome on clear
flat ground or use trestles during assembly.
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UNPACKING
SECTION 4 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking

Antenna Offset Left
For installation of Transition unit see manual:
Installing an transition Unit to a 0.3m, 0.6m, 1.0m,
1.2m and 1.8m antenna.
Fit radio per instructions
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UNPACKING
SECTION 4 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
For installation of Intregration unit see manual:
Installing an integrated Dual Polarization Unit to a
0.3m, 0.6m, 1.0m, 1.2m and 1.8m antenna.
Fit radio per instructions

1
D
D1
Apply conductive
grease to
surface indicated
SEE SAFETY
NOTE PAGE 4
Assemble 4x screws
Tighten screws to a torque of
1.4Nm
5%
2
6GHz, 7GHz and 11GHz feed shown assembled
1
D
D1
Apply conductive
grease to surface
indicated
SEE SAFETY
NOTE PAGE 4
Assemble 4x screws
Tighten screws to a torque of
1.4Nm
5%
2
13GHz and 38GHz feed shown assembled
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FEED ATTACHEMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 5 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Feed attachment and alignment
6GHz, 7GHz and 11GHz Feed Assembly
Align slot with rib
13GHz to 38GHz Feed Assembly
Align notch with rib

B
C
Align rim edges with
notches in radome.
B
Note : The Polystyrene radome is not packing material.
Note position of
alignment arrow.
Rim edges aligned with
notches in radome.
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RADOME ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 6 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Radome attachment and alignment

Align holes in rim with
slots in reflector
Note position of radome
alignment arrow to reflector
H
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RADOME ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 6 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Assemble 16x self tapping
screws, lock washers and
washers in a diagonal
sequence.
Tighten screws to a torque
of 2Nm 5%

Carefully lay antenna on clear, flat ground.
Then remove brace and discard fixings.
Do not apply excessive weight to antenna assembly.
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RADOME ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 6 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

G1
E
G3
G1
G2
G3
G3
G4
Apply grease to
areas indicated
G1
F1
SEE SAFETY
NOTE PAGE 4
st. st.
galv
galv
galv
st. st.
galv
st. st.
galv
G3
galv
G3 galv
G2
galv
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MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 7 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Mount Attachment and Alignment

Apply grease to surface
indicated
G5
st. st.
38Nm 5%
G6
st. st.
38Nm 5%
G5
st. st.
38Nm 5%
SEE SAFETY
NOTE PAGE 4
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MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 7 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

G4
galv
38Nm
5%
90-120mm Pole
Secure assembled mount to pole ensuring
clamp bolts are seated correctly.
This mount can only be used
for pole diameters from 90-120 mm
Pole to be structural engineer
approved rigid structural support
SLING
2
Elevation
adjustment nut
1
Loosen ½ turn,
do not remove.
1
Loosen ½ turn,
do not remove.
1
Loosen ½ turn,
do not remove.
Elevation adjustment
Loosen 3 screws (1).
Adjust elevation by bolt head (2).
On completion tighten screws (1) to
38Nm ± 5%
Adjustment Range ±15°
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MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 7 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
NEVER WALK
UNDER HOISTED
LOADS

Loosen screws G1
Loosen screws G2
Pan Left
Pan Right
Azimuth adjustment
Adjust eyebolt.
On completion tighten
screws G1 to 50Nm ± 5% and
screw G2 to 38Nm ± 5%
Adjustment Range ±15°
Torque to
38Nm
5%
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MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT
SECTION 7 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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7706805 SECTION 8 INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
8 General Information
8.1 General maintenance
The antenna is designed such that minimal maintenance is required. Other
than strong wind conditions the unit is not subject to abnormal forces and
regular inspection and maintenance should ensure trouble free operation.
8.2 Cleaning of Antenna
If subsequent cleaning of the antenna is required solvent based solutions
must not be used.
GENERAL INFORMATION