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Unpacking and Inspection
Shipping cartons should be unpacked and contents checked for damaged or missing parts. Should there be any parts that
are damaged or missing, please contact technical support for replacement.
Site Selection
The main objective of conducting a site survey utilizing a compass and inclinometer is to choose a mounting location on the
ground that will give you the greatest amount of swing for azimuth and elevation for present as well as future use. A thorough
pre-installation site survey is strongly recommended because it can alert you to any “look angle”, soil, wind or other
problems.
The first and most important consideration when choosing a prospective antenna site is whether or not the area can provide
an acceptable “look angle” to the satellite. A site with a clear, unobstructed view facing south, southeast is required. Your
antenna site must be selected in advance so that you will be able to receive the strongest signal available. Also consider
obstructions that may occur in the future such as the growth of trees.
It is important to conduct an on-site survey with a portable antenna or with a compass and clinometer to avoid interference,
obstructions, etc.
When selecting “look angle”, be sure to observe and take readings approximately 10 deg to the left and right, above and
below your selected “look angle”.
Before Ground Pole Installation, the soil type should be checked because soil conditions vary widely in composition and
load bearing capacity. A soil check will help you to determine the type
and size of foundation required to provide a stable base for the antenna.
Before digging is done, information regarding the possibility of underground telephone lines, power lines, storm drains, etc.,
in the excavation area should be obtained from the appropriate agency.
As with any other type of construction, a local building permit may be required before installing an antenna. It is the property
owner’s responsibility to obtain any and all permits. Ground mounts are certified for 125 mph wind survival.
Introduction
Thank you for purching your Patriot Commercial Antenna. We trust that you will fi nd this to be a well
designed product that will proved many years of reliable service. Please read this manual thoroughly before
beginning assembly. For best results in the assembly process, perform each step in the same sequence as
listed in this manual. Record the serial munber of the unit on to page two for future refferance and read the
warrenty information. The serial number plate can be found on the pedestal mount.
