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Bulletin OM93
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
Revision D
Type ES93( )
9.3-Meter ESA
9.3-Meter Earth Station Antenna
Telephone: 708-349-3300 Customer Service, 24 hours: U.S.A. • Canada • Mexico: 1-800-255-1479
Andrew Corporation
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Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction Proprietary Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Information and Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Notice . . . . . . . . .
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9.3-Meter Earth Station Antenna Like all Andrew earth station antennas, the 9.3-Meter Earth Station Antenna provides Introduction high gain and exceptional pattern characteristics. The electrical performance and excep- tional versatility provides the ability to configure the antenna with your choice of linearly- or circularly-polarized 2-port or 4-port combining network. That versatility is provided at the time of initial purchase, as well as in the future, as your satellite communication requir
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The technical data contained herein is proprietary to Andrew Corporation. It is intended Proprietary Data for use in operation and maintenance of Andrew supplied equipment. This data shall not be disclosed or duplicated in whole or in part without express written consent of Andrew Corporation. Information and Andrew Corporation provides a world-wide technical support network. Refer to the tech- Assistance nical assistance portion of this this manual for the contact numbers appropriate to your lo
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How to Use This Manual The scope of this manual is intended to provide station personnel with the base installa- Overview tion, operation, and maintenance requirements necessary for a 9.3-Meter C-Band Earth Station Antenna. This manual provides a convenient reference for authorized operator/service personnel requiring technical information on general system or specific subsystem equipment. The tables and figures presented in this manual are used as communication aids for the installation, operat
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Getting Started The installation, operation, and maintenance of the 9.3-Meter Earth Station Antenna Overview requires qualified and experienced personnel. Andrew installation, operation, and main- tenance instructions are illustrated for such personnel. Additionally, the antenna should be inspected by qualified personnel to verify proper installation, maintenance, and con- dition of equipment as described in Preventive Maintenance. The basic equipment and accessories are either manufactured or d
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NOTE: Failure to follow an installation procedure could result in damage to equipment or personal injury. Additional warnings will be displayed throughout this manual for your awareness. These warnings can be identified in warning boxes as shown in the following sample. Andrew disclaims any liability or responsibility for the results of improper or unsafe installation, operation, or maintenance practices. Andrew supplies all appropriate hardware/parts required for the installation of your 9.3- R
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Parts Verification Andrew Corporation thoroughly inspects and carefully packs all equipment before ship- ment. If you find that there are missing components, please refer to page 9 for step-by- step instructions on how to properly report the equipment loss. If you find that there was damage caused to the equipment during the shipping process, Reporting a claim should be filed with the carrier. Follow the "Reporting Visible Loss or Damage" Equipment Loss or or "Reporting Concealed Damage" procedu
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Andrew Corporation tries to ensure that all items arrive safe and in working order. Returning Occasionally, despite these efforts, equipment is received which is not in working condi- Equipment tion. When this occurs, and it is necessary to return the equipment to Andrew Corporation for either repair or replacement, return can be expedited by following the procedure listed below: Call the Andrew Customer Service Center and request a Return Material Authorization Step 1 (RMA) number, as well as
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Installation Procedures Overview This section provides installation procedures for the 9.3-Meter Andrew Earth Station Antenna. The installation procedures include instructions on the following antenna com- ponents: • Mount • Reflector-to-Mount Assembly • Reflector • Subreflector • Enclosure • Feed System (C-band) Foundation Before beginning the installation process on the ground mount assembly, ensure that Preparation the foundation has been prepared. Foundation specifications are provided by An
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A-325 Tensioning During the installation process, there are several references to the A-325 hardware ten- sioning procedure. The A-325 hardware must be properly tensioned to avoid slippage between bolted surfaces under high loads. Slippage can cause the corresponding assembly to move, causing antenna misalignment. When designated, the A-325 hard- ware should be tightened according to the following tensioning procedure. NOTE: Tensioned bolts are for final connections only and should not be loosen
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The three-point mount is an elevation-over-azimuth mount optimized for geostationary Tripod Ground Mount Assembly satellite applications. The mount enables continuous elevation adjustment from 0 to 90°. Azimuth adjustment is ±90° and divided into three 120° ranges with 30° overlap. Follow the subsequent procedures for proper installation of tripod ground mount assembly. Azimuth Beam Assembly All ground mount hardware is type A-325. Lubricate all A325 bolt threads with supplied Step 1 stick wax.
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Raise 201112 azimuth beam assembly and attach to front foundation pad as shown in Step 4 Figure 5. • Use 1 in. (25 mm) flatwashers and hex nuts Note: Hex nuts and flatwashers supplied with 201680 anchor bolt kit Figure 5 13 Installation Procedures
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Support Legs Assembly Attach 200068 joint assembly to 200114A beam assembly as shown in Figure 6. Attach Step 1 200083 angles to 200114A beam assembly as shown in Figure 6. • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) bolts and nuts for each connection Figure 6 Attach 200088 joint assembly to 200114A beam assembly as shown in Figure 7. Step 2 • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) bolts and nuts Figure 7 14 Installation Procedures
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Step 3 Raise 200114A beam assembly to upright position and attach 200109 supports to 200068 joint assembly as shown in Figure 8. • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) bolts and nuts • Insert bolts from 200068 joint assembly to supports • Supports should be installed back-to-back with the flat of angle facing upwards • Tighten supports until assembly can support itself Figure 8 Step 4 Attach 200063/200064 rear pad assemblies to 200109 supports as shown in Figure 9. • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) bolts and n
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Attach 200108 supports to 200063/200064 rear pad assemblies and 200088 joint Step 5 assembly as shown in Figure 10. • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) bolts and nuts • Insert bolt from inside of joint assembly to outside of support • Supports should be installed back-to-back with the edges forward and the flats of angles facing rear Figure 10 Step 6 Attach 200873 supports between angle pairs as shown in Figure 11. Select correspond- ing mounting holes so that 200873 supports are parallel to 200114A be
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Refer to Figure 12. Raise and attach assembled beam/support assembly to 200112 Step 7 beam assembly using 7/8 by 2-1/4 in (57 mm) hardware and corresponding rear founda- tion pads as shown using 1 in flat washers and hex nuts. Ensure all A-325 mounting hardware is in place. Begin A-325 tensioning procedure at pads, and work upward. Note: Do not tighten 201022 pivot assembly hardware at this time. Figure 12 17 Installation Procedures
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Panning Frame Assembly Refer to Figures 13A and 13B. Determine azimuth range requirements from APPENDIX ‘A’ (page 65) and loosely attach 200035 outrigger assembly (if required) to appropriate side of 200031A panning assembly. Step 1 • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) hardware and apply supplied RTV to flange surfaces as indicated. Figure 13A Step 2 Step 3 Figure 13B Apply supplied RTV to flange surfaces and loosely attach 200022 pivot assembly to out- rigge as shown. • Use 7/8 x 2-1/4 in (57 mm) hardw
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Step 4 Refer to Figure 14. Apply supplied RTV to flange surfaces and loosely attach 200699/200021 elevation pivot assemblies to rear of enclosure drum assembly • Use 3/4 by 3.0 inch (75 mm) hardware 3/4 x 3” LG. (75 mm) 200031A Figure 14 Slightly raising assembly and loosely attach 200016/200015 joint assemblies to bottom Step 5 portions of panning assembly. • Use 7/8 by 2-1/4 inch (57 mm) hardware 19 Installation Procedures
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Step 6 Refer to Figure 15. Raise assembled panning/pivot assembly and loosely attach 301786 azimuth pivot assembly to upper portion of 200068 joint assembly as shown. • Use 7/8 by 2-1/2 inch (64 mm) hardware Note: Position mounting hardware as shown to ensure proper panning frame clearance. Install 7/8 inch flatwashers between 301786 pivot assembly and 200068 joint assembly. 7/8” 301786 FLATWASHERS AZIMUTH PIVOT ASSEMBLY 7/8 x 2-1/2” (64 mm) Figure 15 20 Installation Procedures
