prodelin TIER II User manual

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MAY 16, 2005
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
Revision -
TIER II FEED SYSTEM
.89m, .92m, 1.0m .6 F/D ANTENNAS
NEC INTERFACE
PRODELIN CORPORATION
1500 Prodelin Drive
Newton NC 28658

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PRODELIN CORPORATION TIER II FEED SYSTEM 0.6 F/D ANTENNAS NEC INTFC
TIER II FEED SYSTEM
0.6 F/D ANTENNAS
NEC INTERFACE
- ORIGINAL RELEASE 05/16/05 JWL
REV. DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED

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TIER II ANTENNA SYSTEM
(Transmitter weight: 12-lbs. max)
Reflector mount may vary.
See instructions included
with the reflector mount.

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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
II FEED SUPPORT INSTALLATION
2.0 FEED SUPPORT ASSY PARTS LIST
2.1 FEED SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
III FEED INSTALLATION
3.0 FEED ASSY PARTS LIST
3.1 FEED ASSEMBLY
3.2 FEED INSTALLATION PARTS LIST
3.3 FEED INSTALLATION
IV MAINTENANCE
4.0 MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW
4.1 FEED & FEED SUPPORT

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SECTION I INTRODUCTION
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual describes the assembly and installation of Prodelin's Tier II
antennas. The Prodelin Tier II system will operate in the Ku-Band frequency with
high efficiency and at the same time successfully withstand the effects of the
environment.
These instructions, listed by sections, cover all areas of assembly and
installation. Additional sections are included in the manual to provide information
on antenna peaking 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. They 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
HARDWARE SIZE SAE WRENCH SIZE METRIC WRENCH
SIZE
MAX RECOMMENDED
TORQUE
8mm Bolt N/A 13mm 15 ft-lb.
(8.1 n-m)
1/4” Bolt 7/16” N/A 6 ft-lb.
(8.1 n-m)
#6 SHCS 7/64” Allen N/A 15 in-lb.
(1.7 n-m)
Also recommended for installation:
-Adjustable Wrench
SECTION II FEED SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
FEED SUPPORT PART LIST - TABLE 2.0
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 SEE LIST Feed Rod 2
2SEE LIST Feed Support Tube 1
3 8030-008 3
4 8030-016 1
5 8201-040 8
6 8202-040 4
7 8100-007 4
1/4-20 x 2.00 Hex
1/4 Flatwasher
1/4” Lockwasher
1/4” Hex Nut
1/4-20 x 1.00 Hex Bolt

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ANTENNA PART SPECIFICATION LIST
ANTENNA FEED SUPPORT
TUBE FEED ROD
0.89M 0250-885 0176-343
0.92M 0250-905 0176-360
1.0M 0250-886 0176-344
1.2M 0250-887 0176-345
2.4M 0250-894 0176-349

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2.1 FEED SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: During the assembly procedure, the sequence of instructions
must be followed. DO NOT TIGHTEN ANY HARDWARE UNTIL
INSTRUCTED. Refer to the feed support parts list and steps.
STEP 1.
STEP 2.
STEP 3.
Attach the long end of the feed rods
to the reflector with 1/4” x 1.00 bolt
(item 3) and secure with 1/4” hardware
(items 5, 6, 7). See Detail “A”.
Feed Rods
See Detail A
Connect the short ends of the feed
rods to the feed support tube with
1/4” x 2.00 bolt (item 4) and secure
with hardware (items 5, 6, 7). See
Detail “B”.
See Detail B
Feed Support Tube
A) Attach feed support tube to the
bottom of the reflector with 1/4” x
1.00 bolt (item 3) and secure with
hardware (items 5, 6, 7).
B) Tighten the 1/4” hardware at the
reflector rim snugly. Next, tighten
the hardware that connects the
feed rods to the feed support tube.
C) Refer to Section III instructions for
the specific feed/ODU assembly to
the feed support.
See Detail C
Feed Support
Tube

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5
6
7
Reflector
Feed Rod
5
[ 3 ]
Detail A
Feed Support Tube
5
6
7
Feed Rods
5
4
Detail B
Reflector
3
5
Feed Support Tube
7
6
Detail C

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SECTION III FEED INSTALLATION
FEED ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST – TABLE 3.0
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 0183-265 51°Ku-band Feed Horn Assembly 1
2 0198-120 .926” ID O-ring 1
3 8200-010 #6 Internal Tooth Lockwasher 6
4 8300-002 #6-32 x 0.50” Screw 6
5 0432-036 Silicone Grease Pill 1
3.1 FEED SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
STEPS
12
34
TRANSMITTER ASSY
SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMER
6 x 6 x
1. Insert the o-ring (2) into the o-ring groove of the feed horn (1).
2. Apply silicone grease (5) to the o-ring.
3. With the o-ring in the groove, attach the feed horn assembly (1) to the transmitter
assembly using the #6 hardware (3, 4) as shown. Tighten to the recommended
torque.

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FEED INSTALLATION PARTS LIST- TABLE 3.2
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 0211-969 NEC Adapter Bracket 1
2 8041-005 M8-1.25 x 50mm Hex Bolt 2
3 8201-101 M8 Flatwasher 2
4 8202-067 M8 Lockwasher 2
3.3 FEED INSTALLATION
STEPS
1. Insert the M8 hardware (2, 3, 4) through the feed support tube, NEC adapter (1),
and into the transmitter assembly.
2. Tighten the two M8 bolts to the recommended torque.
Feed Support Tube
TRANSMITTER ASSY
(CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)
1
2
24
34
3

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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 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.