Chapter 1
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Overview
1042161-0001 Revision A
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Antenna installation summary
The basic steps and related tasks for assembling and installing the antenna are listed
below. Perform the procedures in the order listed. For detailed information on each
task, refer to the sections and/or other documents listed.
1.
Explain the installation process to the customer.
2.
Conduct a site survey with the customer to identify a suitable location for the
antenna. Refer to
on page 21 and/or the
appropriate site preparation and mount installation guide
3.
Install and apply power to the satellite modem.
Note:
You must install the satellite modem before installing the antenna to
determine the proper antenna pointing values (azimuth and elevation).
Refer to the appropriate satellite modem installation guide.
4.
Determine the most suitable method for mounting the antenna, then install
the antenna mast.
Note:
The antenna mast must be plumb. The antenna cannot be adjusted to
correct for a mast that is not plumb. Refer to Chapter 3
–
Installing the
antenna and radio.
5.
Assemble the antenna (Az/El mount, feed support arm, reflector, and other
parts). Refer to Chapter 3
–
Installing the antenna and radio
6.
Install the radio assembly.
7.
Install the antenna assembly on the mast. Refer to
on page 23.
8.
Install the IFL cable between the satellite modem and the antenna. Refer to
Chapter 4
–
Cabling and connections.
9.
Ground the antenna assembly. Refer to
10.
Point the antenna.
When the antenna is properly pointed, you can commission the satellite modem as
instructed in the appropriate IDU installation guide.
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