prodelin 1135 Series User manual

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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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1.2M Ku-BAND Rx/Tx
SERIES 1135
ANTENNA SYSTEM
B Rev. ELEVATION ROD 5/18/06 RAH
AREVISED PER REVIEW 9/20/04 CLT
- ORIGINAL RELEASE 8/18/04 CLT
REV. DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED

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1.2M ANTENNA SYSTEM
FIG. 1
Feed Support and Feed
varies. See instructions
included with the feed
and/or feed support.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE
I INTRODUCTION
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 UNPACKING & INSPECTION
1.2 FREIGHT DAMAGE
1.3 MATERIAL MISSING OR DAMAGED
1.4 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION TOOLS
1.5 FOUNDATION INTERFACE
II ANTENNA SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
2.0 MOUNT ASM PARTS LIST
2.1 MOUNT ASSEMBLY
2.2 REFLECTOR ASM PARTS LIST
2.3 REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY
2.4 FEED SUPPORT AND FEED ASSEMBLY
III SATELLITE ALIGNMENT
3.0 ANTENNA POINTING
IV MAINTENANCE
4.0 MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW
4.1 REFLECTOR
4.2 MOUNT & REFLECTOR SUPPORT
4.3 FEED & FEED SUPPORT

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SECTION I INTRODUCTION
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual describes the assembly and installation of Prodelin's 1.2 meter
antenna systems. The Prodelin 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. 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. Additional sections are included in the manual to provide information
on antenna alignment and satellite and maintenance.
1.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
The system containers should be unpacked and inspected at the earliest date to
insure that all material has been received and is in good condition. A complete
packing list for each major component is supplied.
1.2 FREIGHT DAMAGE
Any damage to materials while in transit should be immediately directed to the
freight carrier. He will instruct you on matters regarding any freight damage
claims.
1.3 MATERIAL – MISSING OR DAMAGED
Any questions regarding missing or damaged materials that are not due to the
freight carrier should be directed to Prodelin's Customer Service Department at:
PRODELIN CORPORATION
1500 Prodelin Drive
Newton NC 28658
USA
[phone]

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1.4 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION TOOLS
The hardware supplied with this antenna system is U.S. SAE standard size.
However, the sizes have been chosen to allow use with compatibly sized metric
wrenches as shown in the table below.
HARDWARE SIZE SAE WRENCH SIZE METRIC WRENCH
SIZE
MAX RECOMMENDED
TORQUE
5/16” Bolt 1/2” 13 mm 12 ft-lb.
(16.3n-m)
3/8” Bolt 9/16” 14 mm 21 ft-lb.
(28.5 n-m)
1/2” Bolt 3/4” 19 mm 51 ft-lb.
(69.2 n-m))
5/8” Bolt 15/16” 24 mm 101 ft-lb.
(137.0 n-m)
Also recommended for installation:
Compass - graduated to .5°
Torpedo Level
Adjustable Wrench
1.5 FOUNDATION INTERFACE
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.

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SUGGESTED IN-GROUND FOUNDATION
NOTES:
1. 2 1/2” schedule 40 pipe (72mm to 74mm) should conform with ASTM A53.
2. All concrete should conform to building code standards and have a
minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days. (Per ACI-318-77)
3. Soil bearing capacity should be no less than 2000 PSF.
4. Concrete should be poured against undisturbed soil.
5. Allow concrete 24 hours set time before installation of antenna.
6. The antenna should be properly grounded to meet applicable local codes.
7. Minimum depth as shown or extend to local frost line.
8. 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.)
18.0 (MIN)
30.0
SEE NOTE #7
45
12.0
SECTION A - A
A
A
2 1/2” SCH 40 PIPE
(2.88 O.D. x .203 THK)
(72mm - 74mm O.D. x
5.2mm THK)
FIG. 2

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SECTION II ANTENNA SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
MOUNT ASM PARTS LIST – TABLE 2.0
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 0185-483 Az/El Positioner Assembly 1
2 0490-898 Elevation Adjustment Rod 1
3 8032-028
3/8-16 x 3.50 Hex Bolt
1
4 8104-007 1/2-13 Hex Nut 2
5 8201-042 3/8” Flatwasher 2
6 8202-042 3/8” Lockwasher 1
7 8102-007 3/8” Hex Nut 1

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2.1 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.
FIG. 3
STEP 2.
FIG. 4
Slip the Az/El Positioner (item
1) onto the mast pipe as
shown. Point the Az/El in the
general direction of the
satellite azimuth heading.
Place a torpedo level on the
top plate of the canister. While
monitoring the level, turn the
canister bolts until the
assembly is level and tight on
the mast pipe.
[ 1 ]
Mast Pipe
Thread one 1/2” nut (item 4)
onto the Elevation Adjustment
Rod (item 2) approximately 6”
as shown.
[ 2 ]
[ 4 ]
Place Level
here
Canister Bolts

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FIG. 5
STEP 3.
After completing step 2, loosen the Elevation Bolt and rotate the elevation setting as
shown. Note that throughout this procedure, the elevation may need adjusting to
allow installation of components.
Insert the Elevation Adj. Rod (item 4) into the Pivot Bracket. Thread one 1/2” nut onto
the rod and lightly snug it against the Pivot Bracket.
Insert the 3/8” bolt (item 3) through the washer (item 5), Az/El (item 1), and the
Elevation Adj. Rod (item 2). Secure using the 3/8” hardware provided (items 5, 6, 7).
[ 4 ]
[ 5, 6, 7 ]
[ 2 ]
[ 3, 5 ]
Elevation Bolt
[ 1 ]
Pivot Bracket (For very low elevations
(<10°) rotate 180°from orientation
shown)

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5/16” Flatwasher
5/16” Lockwasher
5/16” Hex Nut
REFLECTOR ASM PARTS LIST – TABLE 2.2
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 VARIES 1.2M Reflector 1
2 0185-483 Az/El Positioner Assembly (completed from section 2.1) 1
3 8038-024
5/16” x 3.00 Carriage Bolt
2
4 8038-026
5/16” x 3.25 Carriage Bolt
2
5 8201-041 4
6 8202-041 4
7 8101-009 4

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2.3 REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY
STEP 1.
FIG. 6
STEP 2.
FIG. 7
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 ]
Hole for
Feed Rod
Hole for
Feed Support
A) With the top two bolts in place, lift
the reflector to the reflector support
so that the top two bolts pass thru
the two holes in the upper crossarm.
Secure the two bolts with 5/16”
hardware (items 5, 6, 7).
B) Insert two 5/16”x 3.75” carriage bolts
(item 4) thru the bottom two holes
and secure with (items 5, 6, 7).
Tighten securely but do not over
tighten as this may damage the
reflector.
[ 5, 6, 7 ]
[ 5, 6, 7 ]
[ 3 ]
[ 4 ]

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2.4 FEED SUPPORT AND FEED ASSEMBLY
After completing sections 2.1 through 2.3, the feed support and feed can be
installed. Feed supports and feeds vary for various applications. Refer to the
manuals included with the feed support and/or feed for instructions specific to the
installer’s application.
SECTION III ANTENNA POINTING
3.0 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 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” nuts that lock the polarization. Set the polarization
for the installer’s application and snug the four 3/8” nuts.
STEP 2: BEFORE ADJUSTING ELEVATION LOOSEN THE HARDWARE ON
BOTH SIDES OF THE POSITIONER, REFER TO FIGURE 2 FOR
LOCATION. Adjust the reflector up or down in elevation by turning the
two 1/2” Nuts on the Elevation Adj. Rod until the desired elevation is
achieved. The installer should use an inclinometer on the backstructure of
the mount to verify the correct elevation angle. Snug the 1/2” Nuts on the
Elevation Rod.
STEP 3: Azimuth Adjustment: With the electronics set to acquire the satellite, rotate
the antenna, in azimuth, by turning the two 1/2” nuts on the Azimuth Adj.
Rod until the satellite is found. Peak the antenna in azimuth and snug the
1/2” azimuth adj. nuts.
STEP 4: Peak the antenna signal by fine adjustments made in azimuth, elevation,
and polarization until the optimum signal is achieved.
STEP 5: Tighten all hardware used for adjustment.

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FIG. 8
1/2” Elevation Adj. Nuts
Place
Inclinometer
Here
Loosen for elevation adjustment
1/2” Azimuth Adj. Nuts
Loosen for
polarization
adjustment
Polarization Scale
See next page

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DETAIL VIEW OF POLARIZATION SCALE
FIG. 9
Polarization
scale
Indicator
mark

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SECTION IV MAINTENANCE
4.0 MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW
After installation, the antenna requires only periodic inspection. It is
anticipated that maintenance, if required, will be minimal and easily
handled by a local or in-house maintenance staff.
4.1 REFLECTOR
Prodelin's 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.
Should any damage be detected to a portion of the reflector, contact the
Customer Service Department at Prodelin for recommendations involving
reflector repair.
4.2 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.
If there are any signs of structural failure, the mount members that are damaged
should be repaired or replaced.
4.3 FEED AND FEED SUPPORT
The feed support and feed rods should be inspected to insure that all hardware is
secure. The feed/radio mounting bolts should be tight.
The feed horn window should be inspected to insure that it is intact so that no
moisture can collect inside the feed horn.