Hughes AN8-098P, Installation Manual

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Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools
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Feed horn and collar
The feed horn, shown in Figure 8, attaches to the polarizer
waveguide on the radio assembly by way of the two-piece collar.
The feed horn gathers the reflected signal from the antenna
reflector and channels it toward the LNB.
Related Components
Tri-mast (or other
antenna mount)
Although the tri-mast is not part of the antenna kit, it is described
here because it is the most commonly used mounting option for
the AN8-098P Ka-band antenna. As shown in Figure 9, the
tri-mast can be positioned in a number of configurations to adapt
it for mounting onto surfaces of various angles. For other suitable
antenna mounting options, see the HughesNet Antenna Site
Preparation and Mount Installation Guide (1035678-0001).
Figure 8: Feed horn and collar
NOTICE
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Do not remove the protective packing material from
the feed horn window until installation of the radio assembly
is complete.
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Do not attempt to remove the feed horn window at
any time.
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Be careful not to damage the feed horn window.
Do not touch the plastic film.