Installation Instructions 0.

5 ft Lens Antennas with Universal Mount LA

NMT 397-00(e)

These Installation Instructions are valid for antennas in the following version: Nominal diameter 0.15 m (0.5 ft) Pipe mount for installation on pipe 48-114 mm (Universal Mount) Antenna offset to the left or to the right

It is important to mount the antenna exactly as described in this installation instruction. The installed antenna shall be inspected once per year by qualified personnel. RFS disclaims any responsibility for the result of improper or unsafe installation. This installation instruction has been written for qualified, skilled personnel. We reserve the right to alter details, especially with respect to technical improvement
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Tools required for installation

Tools are not included with antenna Torque wrench from 0,5 to 15 daNm Wrenches for hexagon bolts M5(8),M10(17), M12(19) (value in brackets=opening of spanner)

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Assembly of the mount

For easy operation of the bolted joints, Anti Seize Installation Paste has to be applied to all threads of bolts and fine adjustment spindles. After this, keep the lubricated threads free of dust and dirt ! (Fastener torque specification see table attached).

Mount Overview
Screw M12x30 Washer 13 Omega

U Clamp

Horn support

Washer 13 37

2 nuts M10 2 washers 10.5 2 spring lock washers 10.5 3 screws M5x20 3 washers 5.3 3 washers 5.3 15 3 sl nuts M5 2 screws M10x170 2 washers 10.5 30

Washers 13 Sl nuts M12

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Antenna Offset

Offset left

Offset right

4.

Polarization choice

Vertical Polarization

Horizontal Polarization

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Mount Assembly Process

Horn assembly on the horn support 3 screws M5x20 3 washers 5.3 3 washers 5.3 15 3 sl nuts M5

Horn + support assembly on U Clamp 1 screw M12x30 1 washer 13 1 washer 13 37 1 washer 13 Sl nut M12

Antenna assembly on pipe 2 screws M10x170 2 washers 10.5 30 2 washers 10.5 2 spring lock washers 10.5 W10 2 nuts M10

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Elevation Adjustment

Loosen screws M12 Adjust elevation Tighten

7.

Azimuth Adjustment

Loosen 2 nuts M10 Adjust azimuth Tighten

8.

Polarization Adjustment

Loosen 3 screws M5 Adjust polarisation Tighten

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Final check
When the installation of the antenna has been completed, it is necessary to make sure that the installation instructions have been followed in all aspects. It is especially important to check that all bolted joints are torque tightly locked.

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