COBHAM EXPLORER 8100 Ku, Hardware Installation Manual

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To modify the Antenna
4 Chapter 1: Conversion to Ku-band 98-155944-A
2. Insert the hex L key at the top of the L-shaped hole, tip it downwards and follow the
direction of the hole to the left to release the lock.
3. Go back to the other side of the antenna and use the Hand crank to adjust the elevation
(turn clockwise to unfold the antenna).
4. Continue to adjust the elevation until you can access all parts mounted on the Feed arm.
5. Leave the hex L key in the stow lock release mechanism until you have finished
conversion and stowed the antenna.
Important
Leave the hex L key in the Released position while adjusting the
elevation.
Figure 2: Stow lock release
Note
If you have the stow brake version of the antenna you must first remove the
small cover. You can do this with the Hand crank.
Figure 3: Manual elevation adjustment
Figure 4: Ka-antenna ready for conversion