INTRODUCTION
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Shippingcartons shouldbeunpackedandcontentscheckedfordamagedormissingparts. Should
therebeany parts that aredamagedormissing,please contact technical supportforreplacement.
ThankyouforpurchasingyourPatriotCommercial 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 the 75e Elliptical 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
futurereference andreadthe warrantyinformation.The serialnumbercan befoundon theantenna
back structure.
SITE SELECTION
The main objective of conducting a site survey utilizing a compass and inclinometer is to choose
amountinglocationon the ground that will give you thegreatestamountofswingforazimuth and
elevation for present as well as future use. A thorough preinstallation site survey is strongly rec-
ommended 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, unob-
structed 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.
Itisimportanttoconductanon-sitesurveywithaportableantennaorwith a compass and clinom-
eter to avoid interference, obstructions, etc.
Whenselecting“look angle”,besuretoobserve and takereadingsapproximately10 deg totheleft
andright,aboveand 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.
Beforedigging isdone,informationregarding thepossibilityof undergroundtelephonelines,power
lines, storm drains, etc., in the excavation area should be obtained from the appropriate agency.
Aswithanyothertype of construction, a local building permit may be required before installingan
antenna.Itisthepropertyowner’sresponsibilitytoobtainanyandallpermits.Groundmountsare
certified for 125 mph wind survival.
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