Patriot 1.0M User manual

.90M/1.0M/1.2M Oset Antenna
Receive only and Transmit-Receive

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This PATRIOT ANTENNA equipment is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship un-
der normal use and service. PATRIOT ANTENNA shall repair or replace defective equipment, at no charge,
or at its option, refund the purchase price, if the equipment is returned to PATRIOT ANTENNA not more than
twelve (12) months after shipment. Removal or reinstallation of equipment and its transportation shall not be
at cost of PATRIOT ANTENNA except PATRIOT ANTENNA shall return repaired or replaced equipment
freight prepaid.
This Warranty shall not apply to equipment which has been repaired or altered in any way so as to affect
its stability or durability, or which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident. This Warranty does
not cover equipment which has been impaired by severe weather conditions such as excessive wind, ice,
storms, lightning, or other natural occurrences over which PATRIOT ANTENNA has no control, and this War-
ranty shall not apply to equipment which has been operated or installed other than in accordance with the
instructions furnished by PATRIOT ANTENNA.
Claimants under this Warranty shall present their claims along with the defective equipment to PATRIOT
ANTENNA immediately upon failure. Noncompliance with any part of this claim procedure may invalidate
this warranty in whole or in part.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER AGREEMENTS AND WARRANTIES, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. PATRIOT ANTENNA DOES NOT AUTHORIZE
ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT THE OBLIGATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS WARRANTY AND PATRI-
OT ANTENNA NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY REPRESENTATIVE OR OTHER PERSON
TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE EQUIPMENT DELIVERED OR
PROVIDED.
IN NO EVENT SHALL PATRIOT ANTENNA BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF USE, IN-
TERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
In no event shall PATRIOT ANTENNA be liable for damages in an amount greater than the purchase price
of the equipment.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or allow the exclusion or limita-
tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
PATRIOT ANTENNA has the right to void the warranty when the antenna is installed by someone other then
a certied installer.
LIMITED TWELVE (12) MONTH WARRANTY
Product Serial Number- _________________
Date Purchased- ____________
Patriot Antenna Systems
704 North Clark Street
Albion, MI 49224 USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]om

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1. Perform as many functions as possible on the ground.
2.Watch out for overhead power lines. Check the distance to the power lines before starting installation.
We recommend you stay a minimum of 6 meters (20 feet) from all power lines.
3. Do not use metal ladders.
4. Do not install antenna or mast assembly on a windy day.
5. If you start to drop antenna or mast assembly, get away from it and let if fall.
6. If any part of the antenna or mast assembly comes in contact with a power line, call your
local power company. DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF! They will remove it safely.
7. Make sure that the mast assembly is properly grounded.
WARNING
Assembling dish antennas on windy days can be dangerous. Because of the antenna surface, even slight
winds create strong forces. For example, a 1.0m antenna facing a wind of 32 km/h (20 mph) can undergo
forces of 269 N (60 lbs.). Be prepared to safely handle these forces at unexpected moments. Do not at-
tempt to assemble, move or mount dish on windy days or serious, even fatal accidents may occur. PA-
TRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS is not responsible or liable for damage or injury resulting from antenna
installations.
WARNING
Antennasimproperlyinstalledorinstalledtoaninadequatestructureareverysusceptibletowinddamage.
Thisdamagecanbevery serious or evenlifethreatening.Theownerandinstallerassumesfullresponsibil-
ity that the installation is structurally sound to support all loads (weight, wind & ice) and properly sealed
against leaks. PATRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS will not accept liability for any damage caused by a
satellite system due to the many unknown variable applications.
INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A PROFESSIONAL
INSTALLER AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CONSUMER D.I.Y. (DO-IT-YOURSELF)
INSTALLATIONS.
IMPORTANT!!!
WATCH FOR WIRES!
Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous. For your own safety,
follow these important safety rules.

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Introduction
Unpacking and Inspection
Shipping cartons should be unpacked and contents checked for damaged or missing parts. Should there be any parts that
are damaged or missing, please contact technical support for replacement.
Thank you for purchasing your Patriot Commercial Antenna. We trust that you will find this to be a well designed product
that will provide many years of reliable service. This manual covers the assembly and installation of the7.5m Antenna
System. Read this manual thoroughly before beginning assembly. For best results in the assembly process. Perform each
step in the same sequence as listed in this manual. Record the serial number of the unit on to page 2 for future reference
and read the warranty information. The serial number can be found on the antenna back structure.
Site Selection
The main objective of conducting a site survey utilizing a compass and inclinometer is to choose a mounting location on the
ground that will give you the greatest amount of swing for azimuth and elevation for present as well as future use. A thorough
pre-installation site survey is strongly recommended because it can alert you to any “look angle”, soil, wind or other
problems.
The first and most important consideration when choosing a prospective antenna site is whether or not the area can provide
an acceptable “look angle” to the satellite. A site with a clear, unobstructed view facing south, southeast is required. Your
antenna site must be selected in advance so that you will be able to receive the strongest signal available. Also consider
obstructions that may occur in the future such as the growth of trees.
It is important to conduct an on-site survey with a portable antenna or with a compass and clinometer to avoid interference,
obstructions, etc.
When selecting “look angle”, be sure to observe and take readings approximately 10 deg to the left and right, above and
below your selected “look angle”.
Before Ground Pole Installation, the soil type should be checked because soil conditions vary widely in composition and
load bearing capacity. A soil check will help you to determine the type
and size of foundation required to provide a stable base for the antenna.
Before digging is done, information regarding the possibility of underground telephone lines, power lines, storm drains, etc.,
in the excavation area should be obtained from the appropriate agency.
As with any other type of construction, a local building permit may be required before installing an antenna. It is the property
owner’s responsibility to obtain any and all permits. Ground mounts are certified for 125 mph wind survival.
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1. Follow the specifications for materials, layout, and preperation in Appendix A for the Foundation.
Foundation
Introduction
Thank you for purching your Patriot Commercial Antenna. We trust that you will nd this to be a well
designed product that will proved many years of reliable service. Please read this manual thoroughly before
beginning assembly. For best results in the assembly process, perform each step in the same sequence as
listed in this manual. Record the serial munber of the unit on to page two for future reerance and read the
warrenty information. The serial number plate can be found on the pedestal mount.

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ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPITION REV QTY
2090-0001G REFLECTOR, 090 ASSEM 000 1
1 2100-0001G REFLECTOR, 1.0 ASSEM 000 1
2120-0001G REFLECTOR, 1.2 ASSEM 000 1
209083G TUBE, .90m TX FEED SUPPORT 000 1
2 210004G TUBE, 1.0m SUPT PLAT BENT 000 1
212004G TUBE, 1.2m TX FEED SUP BENT 000 1
3 209082G ADAPTOR, TX ELEVATION 000 2
4 210080G BRKT., 3”PIPE GRAY 000 2
5 210081G BRKT, AZIMUTH 000 1
3HP0003 PREBAG, .9,1.0,1.2m SMALL PARTS 000 1
6 TXFD-KUL FEED HORN, KU ASSEM W/HOLDER 002 1
7 TXOMT-KUL OMT, TRANSMIT/OMTFILTER FOR KU 000 1
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2 7/8 OR 3" IN-GROUND PIPE MT
MATERIAL:
Tolerances :
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES:
CORNERS ARE AT 90
Steel Mast: L=72”; 2-7/8” (73mm) or 3”(76mm)O.D. Tubing Plumb within 1deg. • Concrete: 3000 psi at 28 days, poured against undisturbed soil (Allow concrete 24 hour set time before installation of antenna) • Soil Bearing Capacity > 2000 psf. • Ground the Antenna to meet applicable local Codes.

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Non-Penetrating Mount (optional)
1. Assemble the Non-Penetrating mount per the supplied instructions to provide the mast for
the mount installation.
2. Refer to the ballast chart for the required ballast to be placed in the Non-Pen Ballast Trays.
NOTE: Higher elevation angles can use less ballast. If there are any possible future elevation
adjustments that could result in a lower elevation angle use the 22 deg elevation angle from
the chart for the ballast requirement!
Add-on Dual Tray
(if necessary)
28 lb
9 blocks per tray
4x8x16 Block
Elevation
(deg)
80 100 125
22 259 480 826
40 202 374 644
60 116 216 372
100cm Ballast Chart
Ballast Required (lbs)
W ind Speed (mph)
Elevation
(deg)
80 100 125
22 411 733 1236
40 321 572 964
60 185 330 556
120cm Ballast Chart
Ballast Required (lbs)
Wind Speed (mph)
(use single tray
PTX-NP 300S)
(must use dual tray
PTX-NP300D)
Elevation
(deg)
80 100 125
22 207 391 679
40 162 305 529
60 93 176 305
90cm Ballast Chart
Ballast Required (lbs)
Wind Speed (mph)
(use single tray
PTX-NP300S)

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Az-El Mount Assembly
1. Using the hardware illustrated, as-
semble the Pipe brackets, Azimuth
bracket, and Clevis bracket as shown.
Azimuth
Bracket
210081
Pipe
Bracket
210080
Lower Clevis,
Elevation
210082
1x
11x
18x
5x 4x
1x
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
C
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D
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D
D
D
D
DD
D
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
F
(Place Az/El mount after assembly on to
ground pole or NPRmmount.)
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Az-El Mount Assembly
1. Using the hardware illustrated, as-
semble the Pipe brackets, Azimuth
bracket, and Clevis bracket as shown.
Azimuth
Bracket
210081
Pipe
Bracket
210080
Lower Clevis,
Elevation
210082
1x
11x
18x
5x 4x
1x
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
C
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
DD
D
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
F
(Place Az/El mount after assembly on to
ground pole or NPRmmount.)
NOTE:
IF LOWER ELEVATION IS
DESIRED THEN MAKE SURE
CLEVIS IS ORENTATED AS
PICTURED

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Feed
Support
Tube
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Mount Assembly Continued
2. Attach the Elevation Brackets (2) to the Feed Support Tube and the Azimuth Bracket as
shown. Partially tighten all this hardware at this time.
3. Assemble the Elevation rod with nuts and washers as shown.
Azimuth
Bracket
Elevation
Bracket
Feed
Support
Tube
Az-El Mount
Assembly 4x
4x
5x
10x
2x
3x
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
B
C
D
E
F
NOTE: Ka band Antenna’s ,Take extra care in assembly and handling - Do Not Stack!.
Faces should be flush
Elevation
Bracket
Top View
Elevation
Rod
3HT09130FS
THRD ROD, 1/2 FN
x 13”
3HN050125CNFHXS
NUT, 1/2NF COU-
PLING
HEX SUPER SEAL
4M10010
CAP, 2X2 PLASTIC TUBE
24M10010
CAP, 2X2 PLASTIC TUBE NOTCHED

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NOTE:Make sure that back
plate is NOT installed upside
down. Install as shown
INSTALL BACK PLATTER
WITH THIS NOTCH DOWN
(NOTCH IS ONLY ON 1.0 AND 1.2m
DISH ASSEMBLIES)
Reflector Assembly
1. Attach the Antenna Assembly to the Elevation Brackets
2. Tighten the Elevation Bracket hardware.
INSTALL .90 REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY
WITH PUNCHED HOLE TOWARDS
FEED BOOM AS PICTURED

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Antenna Pointing
NOTE: The Reflector contains a 22 degree offset look angle for the 1.0/1.2 and 21 degree angle for the
.90m. Therefore, when the reflector aperture is perpendicular to the ground, the antenna is actually
looking 22 degrees, or 21 degrees for the .90, in elevation. All mount hardware should be firm, but not
tight..
1. Adjust the reflector up or down in elevation by turning the two 1/2” hex nuts at the Clevis until the
desired elevation is measured (taking reading from the face of the reflector).
Elevation of Satellite above horizon = Measured angle from face of reflector minus 22 or 21 respectfully.
2. Azimuth Adjustment: With the electronics set to acquire the satellite, rotate the antenna in azimuth until
the satellite is found. Roughly obtain the strongest signal and tighten the hardware on the Pipe Brackets.
5. Patriot recommends the use of cross pol nulling using a spectrum analyzer during TX/RX installations.
After tightening the azimuth and elevation hardware, peak the co-pol signal using the spectrum analyzer.
Then rotate the feed assemble roughly 90 degrees to obtain a cross pol null. Fine tune the null. The scale
on the feed horn can be used with the tick mark on feed holder top or the seam between feed holder top
and bottom. The tick mark and seam are 90 deg. apart. Note that changes may be necessary to the
resolution and video bandwidth to bring the signal above the noise floor. Note the angle of optimum cross
pol null. Rotate the feed back exactly 90 degrees and tighten the feed clamp.
4. Tighten all mount hardware
NOTE: If signal is not found on first pass of Azimuth, adjust elevation up or down in 2 deg increments until
signal is found.
3. Peak the satellite signal by fine adjustments made in both azimuth and elevation until the optimum
signal is achieved.
Note: With Azimuth hardware snug (loose enough to allow adjustment), turning the Azimuth bolt allows 3
deg fine adjustment.
+
Azimuth
Adjustment
Bolt
When turning the
Azimuth Adjustment
Bolt, this nut must turn
with it. If not, Tighten
until firm.
Azimuth
Bracket Azimuth
Adjustment Bolt
Elevation
Adjustment
Nut
Azimuth
Hardware
(4) Area’s
NOTE:
IF LOWER ELEVATION IS
DESIRED THEN MAKE SURE
CLEVIS IS ORENTATED AS
PICTURED

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Antenna Pointing
1) Begin by obtaining the correct Az/El pointing data for the satellite of interest based for your site location.
2) Using an inclinometer or position readout form controller placed on the enclosure drum surface, position the
antenna to the specified elevation angle.
3) Manually scan the antenna (back-and-forth in the azimuth around the direction of the specified azimuth
angle) to achieve the maximum transponder signal.
4) Next repeat the procedure for elevation.
5) Repeat this procedure alternating between the azimuth and elevation until maximum transponder signal is
achieved.
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External
Toothed
Washer
Grounding
Grounding Antenna Feed Cables
1. Ground antenna feed cables in accordance
with current National Electric code and local elec-
tric codes. The illustration shows a typical
grounding method.
Clamps that provide a solid connection between
ground wire and a ground source should be used.
Grounding Non-Penetrating
Mount Frame (if applicable)
1. Ground the Non-Penetrating mount
frame. The illustration shows a typical
grounding method.
Refer to the NEC Section 810 and local elec-
tric codes for specific instructions on ground-
ing the remaining end of the ground wire.
Coaxial
Cable
(to LNB)
Ground Block
NEC Section 810
Ground Wire
NEC Section 810
Non-Pen
Frame
Ground
Lug
1/4” Tapping
Bolt

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Notes:

Feed Assembly
1. Attach the relevant Feed Assembly.
2. Insert the Feed Assembly into the Feed holder and
assemble to the Feed Support Tube using the
hardware illustrated below.
3. Insert plastic plug into end of feed support tube.
1. Adjust the Feed to the appropriate skew angle
using the provided scale reference.
NOTE: Refer to the chart on back for polarization
angle. Elevation and polarity are both dependent on
site azimuth and the difference between satellite and
site longitude.
NOTE: Some satellites have a slant angle with
respect to the satellite belt angle. Contact the satellite
operator for details.
Feed Adjustment (Polarity tuning)
Feed Rotation Chart
Install site west Install site East
of satellite of satellite
CW CCW Northern Hemisphere
CCW CW Southern Hemisphere
CW
CCW
Polarity Scale
Reading Points
LNB
BUC
KA-Band
Circular
Tx/Rx
Ku-Band
Co-Pol
Tx/Rx
Ku Band
Rx
KA-Band
Linear Tx/Rx
C-Band
Linear
Ku Band
Tx/Rx
C-Band
Circular
Tx Port
Rx Port
Tx Port
Rx Port
Rx Port
Tx Port
Rx Port
Tx Port
Rx Port
Tx Port
Rx Port
C-Band Rx C-Band Dual Rx
Rx Port
Plug
Feed
Holder
Feed
Support
Tube
Tx Port
Tx Port
Rx Port
Tx Port
Rx Port
X-Band
Circular
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PATRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS
704 NORTH CLARK STREET
ALBION, MICHIGAN 49224 USA
WWW.SEPATRIOT.COM
Specifications
Mechanical
Antenna Size 1.0m (39.4”) 1.2m (47.3”)
Offset Angle 22 degrees
F/D 0.635
Operational Wind 50mph
Survival Wind 125mph
Operational Temp -40 to 140 F
Survival Temp -60 to 180 F
Rain Operational = 1/2in./hr
Survival = 3in./hr
Ice 1 in. Radial -or-
1/2 in. + 60mph wind
Pole Size 2-7/8” or 3” OD
Electrical
Tx Band(GHz)
Rx Band(GHz)
Tx Gain dBi (Midband)
Rx Gain dBi (Midband)
Efficiency
Side Lobes
Cross Polarization (on axis)
Ku Band Ka Band
1.0m - 1.2m 1.0m - 1.2m
13.75 - 14.50
10.70 - 12.75
41.90 43.50
40.30 41.80
70%
ITU-580-5
35dB
29.50 - 30.00
19.70 - 20.20
48.10 49.70
44.60 46.00
65%
ITU-580-5
35dB
13.75 - 14.50
10.70 - 12.75
40.9
39.3
70%
29.50 - 30.00
19.70 - 20.20
47.1
43.6
65%
ITU-580-5
35dB
Ku Band Ka Band
.90M
90cm (35.4”)
21 degrees
0.65
50mph
125mph
-40 to 140 F
-60 to 180 F
Operational = 1/2in./hr
Survival = 3in./hr
1 in. Radial -or-
1/2 in. + 60mph wind
2-7/8” or 3” OD
.90M