
Chapter 5 • Adjusting the antenna azimuth and elevation
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Adjusting the azimuth
1. Ensure that the three 5/16-inch azimuth lockdown nuts at the
bottom of the Az/El canister (shown in Figure 34) are loose
enough that the canister rotates freely on the mast.
2. Manually point the antenna reflector in the appropriate
direction as indicated on the installation reference sheet.
3. Tighten the three lockdown nuts just enough so that the
antenna does not rotate freely.
4. Using a 1/2-inch wrench, rotate the azimuth adjustment bolt
shown in Figure 34 either clockwise or counter-clockwise
until you reach the desired azimuth angle.
Figure 34: Azimuth adjustmen components
CAUTION
Do not attempt to adjust the azimuth manually by pulling on
the antenna reflector or feed support arm. Doing so could
cause permanent damage to the antenna.
Note:
Azimuth measurements are calibrated relative to true
north, not magnetic north.
Summary of Contents for AN8-074P
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