3.0 Directions for Set up and Use:
The antenna unit is relatively easy to set up and use.
1.
Roll the case
to the desired location. The free rolling swivel casters make it easy to
move the case. The casters are robust enough to handle routine curbs, cracks, and bumps. It
should be noted, however, that since the transit case is tall and slender, it could tip if it encounters
an incline or surface discontinuity transverse to the longest case axis. It is recommended that the
primary direction of motion is length wise as shown in Figure 7.
2.
Select a location
which is relatively level and offers an unobstructed line-of-sight to the
satellite with which you will be transponding. A level operational site is helpful, but not essential. If
you will need to switch from one satellite to another, or are uncertain as to correct look angles, a
level position will make satellite acquisition easier.
3.
Preposition the case
so that the trunion post is in the corner opposite to the direction
you intend to look. Figure 8 indicates how to preposition the case. This prepositioning step is not
absolutely essential, but it creates a situation where the antenna dish and radio will be positioned
over the case itself. This will maximize stability, reduce vulnerability to wind, provide a cushioned
impact zone under the area where the radio is being handled, and this orientation produces the
smallest "footprint" or utilization of space.
4.
Lay the case on its side
, maintaining the prepositioning consideration established in
the previous step. To establish top from bottom: the handles are in the upper half of the case, the
latches "point up", and the transit case part number label should read properly. The case label is
attached to the case bottom.
5.
Remove the upper half
of the case. To do so, turn each of the six butterfly latch
handles one-half turn counter clockwise. The latch hooks spring back and down abruptly.
The latches may be made to lay flat against case while in their open position by folding the
butterfly handles back to their receded position. Remove the upper case using the handles,
lifting straight up. Note that the trunion post projects into the upper half, and removing the
upper half of the case in a rolling fashion may damage or tear the foam in the upper half of the
case. Set the upper case half aside. As a convenience for replacement, retain the correct
orientation.
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