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UPCOM UC-120-FWAASSEMBLY MANUAL

UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES INC.SAN JOSE, CA - USA ©˙2007

ASSEMBLY MANUAL UC-120-FWA

© 2010 UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES, INC

This document is property of UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES, INC and is delivered on the express condi-tion that it not be disclosed, reproduced in whole or in part, or used for the manufacture for anyone other than UPCOM without written consent, and that right is granted to disclose or so use any information on said document.

NoticeThe information in this document was believed to be correct at the time of publication, and every effort was made to ensure that the most current information was shipped with each equipment. If subsequent modifi-cations were made to your unit, and you need information on these, please contact the UPCOM documen-tation department

If you have technical or editorial comments concerning this manual, please write them on photocopies of the relevant pages and send them to the documentation department or contact the Customer Service De-partment. This assistance will be greatly appreciated

Manual ApplicabilityThis is the general operating manual for UPCOM 1.2m Fly-Away Antennas. Please make sure that the correct manual is being used by verifying part number and serial number with UPCOM technical support team or your local distributor.

Be prepared to furnish:

Serial Number

Frequency Range

SymbolsThe following warning and caution symbols are used throughout this manual:

Warning: A hazard exists that may result in personal injury or loss of life.

Caution: Failure to follow the procedures given may result in damage to the equipment.

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WARNINGThe system containers should be unpacked and inspected at the earliest date to insure that all material ♦has been received and is in good condition.

Any damage to materials while in transit should be immediately directed to the freight carrier. He will ♦instruct you on matters regarding any freight damage claims.

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Table of Contents Contents

Notice ii

Manual Applicability ii

Symbols ii

WARNING iii

1 Getting Started 1

2 Antenna Asembly 2

3 Antenna Pointing 13

4 Maintenance 14

11 Specifications 15

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1 Getting Started

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+1.408.329.4158 or by e-mail:

[email protected]

Manual UpdatesFrom time to time, new versions of software may require slight changes to the material presented in this document. Check inside the back cover for supplementary pages that may have been added to keep the manual up to date

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2 Antenna Asembly

Caution: During the assembly procedure, the sequence of instructions must be followed. Do Not Tighten Any Hardware Until Instructed . Refer to the antenna assembly parts list and the steps shown below.

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Remove the antenna base from packaging and place it over the floor as showed in the picture


Open the antenna base and secure the nuts to the base


The antenna Azimuth and Elevation (AZ&EL) mount


Insert the antenna AZ&EL mount on top of the base and secure the nuts


Remove the reflector pieces from transport case and place the pieces side by side


Lock the latches to secure the reflector pieces together


Place and secure the reflector on the AZ&EL support with 4 nuts


Insert and tighten the nuts and bolts that secure the reflector pieces


Attach and secure the feed rods and feed support to the reflector


Install and secure the feed on the feed support assembly


3 Antenna Pointing

The 1.2 meter reflector contains a 22.6° elevation offset look angle. Therefore, when the reflector aperture is perpendicular to the ground, the antenna is actually looking22.6° in elevation.

Step 1: Place an inclinometer on the reflector support.Step 2: Adjust the reflector up or down in elevation by turning the elevation crank handle

at the elevation channel until the desired elevation is read on the (inclinometerreading plus 22.6° = elevation angle).

Step 3: Azimuth Adjustment: With the electronics set to acquire the satellite, rotate theantenna in azimuth until the satellite is found.

Step 4: Peak the antenna signal by fine adjustments made in both azimuth and elevationuntil the optimum signal is achieved.

Step 5: Tighten all hardware used for adjustment.


4 Maintenance

MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW

After installation, the antenna requires only periodic inspec-tion. It is anticipated that maintenance, if required, will be minimal and easily handled by a local or inhouse maintenance staff.

REFLECTOR

Antenna reflector does not require any maintenance. The com-posite construction of the reflector is virtually impervious to any damages that could be caused by weather or atmospheric conditions.

It is only necessary to inspect for any physical damage done by vandalism or very severe weather conditions.

Should any damage be detected to a portion of the reflector, contact the Customer Service Department at UPCOM for recommendations involving reflector repair.

MOUNT AND REFLECTOR SUPPORT STRUCTURE

The mount and reflector support structure supplied with this antenna is of aluminum construction and has a painted finish.

Elevation and Azimuth adjustment screws are made of stain-less steel.

If there are any signs of structural failure, the mount members that are damaged should be repaired or replaced.

CORROSION: Any corrosion on steel members may be re-paired with a cold, zinc-rich galvanizing paint.

Note: Rust on the edges of stamped metal parts is normal and will not adversely affect the structural integrity of the antenna system.

FEED AND FEED SUPPORT

The feed support and feed rods should be inspected to insure that all hardware is secure.

The feed/radio mounting bolts should be tight.

The feed horn window should be inspected to insure that it is intact so that no moisture can collect inside the feed horn.


11 Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Frequency (GHz) Antenna Gain at midland, dBi ( +/- 0.2 dB )

Sidelobe compliant with Noise Temperature at

20° elevation 30° elevation Offset Angle

KU Band Feed - 2 Port Tx/Rx Ku Band Linear Pol.

VSAT Feed 0.6 F/D with TRF Filter 30 dB on-axis Cross Pol (Tx)

23 dB off-axis Cross Pol in 1 dB contour

Mechanical Specifications

Reflector Material Antenna Optics

Mount Type Elevation Adjustment Range Azimuth Adjustment Range

Polarization Adjustment RangeAntenna Packaging

Travel Case 1 – Tripod Mount AZ/EL Canister, Feed

Travel Case 2 - 3 piece reflector Total Weight

Receive = 10.7 - 12.75 / Transmit = 13.75 - 14.50 Receive = 41.7 / Transmit = 43.2 IESS 601STDG

46°K 43°K 22.6°K

Glass Fiber Composite Reinforced Materials (SMC) Single Optics, Prime Focus, Offset Feed Tripod with Elevation over Azimuth Positioner 5° to 90° Continuous, Fine Adjustment360° Gross, ±35 Fine +/- 90°V

18 1/2” x 16 1/2” x 55 1/2” / 55 lbs 25 kg

52 1/2” x 22 1/2” x 15 1/2”/ 35 lbs 16 kg 90 lbs (41 kg)


Environmental Specifications

Wind Loading

Temperature

Rain(Operational) Radial Ice(Survival)

Atmospheric Conditions

Solar Radiation

25 mph(40km/h) Operational(No Ballast) 30 to 45 mph(72km/h) Operational(With Ballast) 60 mph(145km/h) Survival(With Ballast)

Operational = -40° to 140°F(-40° to 60°C) Survival = -50° to 160°F(-45° to 70°C)

1/2”/hr (12mm/h) 1/2”/hr (12mm/h) Salt, Pollutants, and Contaminants as Encountered in Coastal and Industrial Areas360 BTU/h/ft2 (1000 Kcal/h/m2)

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