Sunsight AAT Series User manual

SUNSIGHT AAT RF PANEL ANTENNA
ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
AAT Models AAT30 and AAT15
Issue 5
6/7/2019
www.sunsight.com
[email protected]
[phone] x2

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Document Change History
Issue
Date
Description
1
02/05/2016
Original Issue
2
02/15/2016
Report generation added
3
04/26/2016
Basic Description and Operation added Photographs
reformatted
Quick Start Guide merged into this document
Safety warnings added
Table of Contents added
4
06/23/2017
iOS device connection added
Menu table added
Photo reporting added
Tilt/roll calibration instructions added
Troubleshooting added
5
06/07/2019
Updated to support new firmware release including
Android app to use any Android device (OS 6.0 or higher) to
capture and embed photos. Adds Virtual Reality
Interference Reporting (VRIR) feature. Also eliminates
requirement to use Sunsight supplied tablets in MW kits

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Contents
Document Change History ........................................................................................................ 2
Safety ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 6
Quick Start Guide ....................................................................................................................... 7
Description of the AAT System................................................................................................. 8
Basic Operation of the AAT..................................................................................................... 10
Capturing and Recording Alignment Data with the AAT ..................................................... 10
Reporting Alignment Data with the AAT ............................................................................... 11
Methods for Collecting Alignment Data................................................................................. 12
Typical Order of Operations for using the AAT (Android app or Browser Method) ......... 13
Details for Connecting the Handheld Controller to the AAT................................................ 13
Connecting using the Sunsight Android app (preferred) .......................................... 13
Connecting Using Basic Web Browser Access (no Sunsight app)............................. 14
Using the AAT Menus and Displays........................................................................................ 15
Main Menu................................................................................................................................ 15
Profiles/Capture/Report..................................................................................................... 15
Measure Only/Quick Capture ............................................................................................. 15
Settings.................................................................................................................................. 15
Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................... 16
File Management.................................................................................................................. 16
Tilt/Roll Calibration............................................................................................................. 16
Help ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Detailed Instructions for Using the AAT to Align Standard RF Panel Antennas ................ 17
Choose Alignment Mode...................................................................................................... 17
Mounting the AAT on the Antenna ..................................................................................... 18
Alignment Procedure on the Antenna (AAT already mounted)....................................... 20
Capturing Alignment Data................................................................................................... 20
Post Alignment Procedures................................................................................................. 26
General Information About Reports ...................................................................................... 27

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Generating Reports from the AAT.......................................................................................... 27
Single Antenna Sample Report (captured with Quick Capture): ..................................... 28
Site/Multiple Antenna Sample Report (captured with Profile Mode): ........................... 30
Google Earth Sample Report: .............................................................................................. 31
LASER Tape Drop Feature (optional) to capture Above Ground Level (AGL) height........ 32
Checking Tilt and Roll Calibration.......................................................................................... 33
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 34
Use and care of the Sunsight AAT........................................................................................... 35
Support ..................................................................................................................................... 35
Glossary .................................................................................................................................... 37
Safety
The AAT should be handled with the following considerations:
There are no user-serviceable parts within the AAT. All internal repairs must be
performed by Sunsight Instruments.
Use only the Sunsight supplied smart charger to recharge the LiFePO4 battery
pack. Use of a non-approved battery charger will void the battery warranty and can
damage the battery pack.
Never attempt to recharge the batteries outdoors in inclement conditions.
Never short the battery terminals, attempt to disassemble the battery pack, or
dispose of the pack in a fire. Any exhausted battery packs must be disposed of properly.
CONTACT SUNSIGHT INSTRUMENTS IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF HOW TO PROPERLY
DISPOSE OF THE BATTERY.
The AAT is water resistant, but not waterproof. Do not submerge or leave the unit in
standing water. All sealing caps and doors must be secured while in use, particularly during
inclement weather.

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Avoid impacting, dropping or rough handling of the AAT. The AAT contains sensitive
electronic components. Rough handling may result in internal component damage.
Care should be taken to avoid impact to the black GPS antennas on the top of the AAT.
If you suspect the AAT is operating incorrectly, contact Sunsight Instruments or an
authorized Sunsight Instruments distributor for support.
www.sunsight.com [email protected] [phone] x2

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Introduction
This document provides instructions and best practices on how to use the AAT30 and
AAT15. For the remainder of this document, the term AAT will refer to both the AAT30 and
AAT15 products.
It is important that all users review the free video training series on the Sunsight
Instruments website at www.sunsight.com/training. In addition to free video training,
Sunsight Instruments offers an online certification program, which may be required by
some customers. Upon successful completion of an online exam, a certificate is issued that
is valid for one year.
A good starting point is the AAT Quick Start Video. Follow this link to view the AAT Quick
Start Video –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wa6s3jK8SiE
Please check the Sunsight Instruments website periodically for new products and updates
at www.sunsight.com.
Attention New Users!!
***PLEASE REVIEW THE FREE TRAINING VIDEOS AT
https://www.sunsight.com/index.php/training***
Sunsight strongly recommends that all users take time to:
Read and understand all safety precautions.
Read and understand the operating instructions in this guide.
Learn to mount the AAT properly. Always mount the AAT as high as possible
and in a way that allows the GPS antennas at the top of the AAT to have an
unimpeded view of the sky. This is the most common mistake made by new users.
Remember that the user’s hands, head, body, etc. can block GPS signals, as will most
physical obstructions.
Learn the tips for obtaining GPS - based azimuth. Under normal conditions, azimuth
acquisition should take less than 5 minutes, typically less than 2. Please refer to the
training videos for more detail.

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Quick Start Guide
This document describes the function of the AAT in great detail. It contains significant
information to better use the AAT in various field situations, along with introducing
advanced features and techniques. For basic usage of the AAT, the Quick Start Guide may
be adequate.
To view the Quick Start Guide for the AAT30 and AAT15, please select from the documents
displayed at this support link –
https://www.sunsight.com/support/aat-xx-support/

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Description of the AAT System
The AAT is a battery operated tool that measures azimuth, tilt, roll and height. Typical use
of the AAT is for aligning RF cellular panel antennas. The AAT kit comes with all the basic
items needed to perform most antenna alignment tasks.
AAT30 With Standard Accessories

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AAT Front View
AAT Back View
AAT Charge Ports and LASER Rangefinder Connection Port
Important—use only the Sunsight supplied charger. Other chargers will
not charge the battery correctly or fully. Battery damage may occur.

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Basic Operation of the AAT
To begin using the AAT, it is helpful to understand how the AAT functions.
The AAT is operated by accessing the unit using the Wi-Fi connection from another
Wi-Fi device.
The Wi-Fi device used to access the AAT can be most any smartphone, tablet or
laptop supporting standard Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n). For the purpose of this
document, the Wi-Fi device will be called the Handheld Controller.
The AAT acts as its own Wi-Fi hotspot.
The AAT can be accessed by the Sunsight app if using an Android device of Android
OS 6.0 or higher. Using the app will allow taking of photos during the alignment
data capture process. These photos become part of the alignment reports. You can
download the Sunsight Android app and required AAT firmware from:
https://www.sunsight.com/support/aat-xx-support
To use the Sunsight Android app to access the AAT, power up the AAT and the
handheld controller, launch the Sunsight app and connect to the AAT. The AAT’s
start page will be displayed.
If using a handheld controller other than the Android device with app, go the Wi-Fi
hotspot list and choose the AAT Wi-Fi hotspot named AAT 9010xxxx, where xxxx is
the AAT serial number. Once connected, open browser (preferably Chrome) and
navigate to 192.168.0.50. The AAT’s start page will be displayed. As a reminder,
no pictures can be captured when using this method of access.
No more than one Wi-Fi user should be connected to the AAT at a time. Multiple
users connected simultaneously to an AAT may cause operational issues for the
AAT.
Capturing and Recording Alignment Data with the AAT
The AAT can measure and record alignment results in two ways: Quick Capture mode OR
Profile mode
Quick Capture mode allows the user to mount the AAT and capture the actual
measurements with no need for pre-programming alignment targets. Quick Capture
reports do not include the target data that would be in the Profile mode reports. Photos
can be captured in the report.
Profile mode allows the user to preprogram the AAT with target data that is
displayed/compared with the actual measurements in the field. Resulting reports show
both target and measured data. Photos can be captured in the report as well. Profiles
can be entered using the Handheld Controller (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) prior to
climbing. Up to 256 sets of target data may be entered. There are numerous optional
data fields available when using the Profile mode. The optional data fields include site