ANTENNA SYSTEMS1.0m-1.2m Dual Optic Offset Antenna Receive only and Transmit-Receive INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS or which has been subject to misuse. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. if the equipment is returned to PATRIOT ANTENNA not more than twelve (12) months after shipment.LIMITED TWELVE (12) MONTH WARRANTY This PATRIOT ANTENNA equipment is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. ice. In no event shall PATRIOT ANTENNA be liable for damages in an amount greater than the purchase price of the equipment. storms. PATRIOT ANTENNA has the right to void the warranty when the antenna is installed by someone other then a certified installer. PATRIOT ANTENNA DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT THE OBLIGATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS WARRANTY AND PATRIOT ANTENNA NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY REPRESENTATIVE OR OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE EQUIPMENT DELIVERED OR PROVIDED. or allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages.____________ Patriot Antenna Systems 704 North Clark Street Albion. LOSS OF USE. negligence or accident._________________ Date Purchased. Claimants under this Warranty shall present their claims along with the defective equipment to PATRIOT ANTENNA immediately upon failure. INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS. so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. refund the purchase price. This Warranty shall not apply to equipment which has been repaired or altered in any way so as to affect its stability or durability. or other natural occurrences over which PATRIOT ANTENNA has no control. SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.com 2 . and this Warranty shall not apply to equipment which has been operated or installed other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by PATRIOT ANTENNA. This Warranty does not cover equipment which has been impaired by severe weather conditions such as excessive wind. Noncompliance with any part of this claim procedure may invalidate this warranty in whole or in part. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER AGREEMENTS AND WARRANTIES. lightning. Removal or reinstallation of equipment and its transportation shall not be at cost of PATRIOT ANTENNA except PATRIOT ANTENNA shall return repaired or replaced equipment freight prepaid. Product Serial Number. or at its option. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. OR INDIRECT. MI 49224 USA Tel: (517)629-5990 Fax: (517)629-6690 E-mail: info@sepatriot. PATRIOT ANTENNA shall repair or replace defective equipment. at no charge. IN NO EVENT SHALL PATRIOT ANTENNA BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS. If you start to drop antenna or mast assembly. 7. If any part of the antenna or mast assembly comes in contact with a power line. 5. Make sure that the mast assembly is properly grounded. move or mount dish on windy days or serious. This damage can be very serious or even life threatening. even slight winds create strong forces. 4. 3 . Do not use metal ladders. PATRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS will not accept liability for any damage caused by a satellite system due to the many unknown variable applications. For example.Y. 6. Be prepared to safely handle these forces at unexpected moments. Do not attempt to assemble. 1. DANGER!!! WATCH FOR WIRES! Installation of this product near power lines is dangerous. a 1. (DO-IT-YOURSELF) INSTALLATIONS.IMPORTANT!!! INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CONSUMER D. We recommend you stay a minimum of 6 meters (20 feet) from all power lines. PATRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS is not responsible or liable for damage or injury resulting from antenna installations. get away from it and let if fall. DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF! They will remove it safely. wind & ice) and properly sealed against leaks. WARNING!!! Antennas improperly installed or installed to an inadequate structure are very susceptible to wind damage.I. 2. Do not install antenna or mast assembly on a windy day. For your own safety. call your local power company. Perform as many functions as possible on the ground. 3.0m antenna facing a wind of 32 km/h (20 mph) can undergo forces of 269 N (60 lbs. Check the distance to the power lines before starting installation. even fatal accidents may occur.). Because of the antenna surface. WARNING!!! Assembling dish antennas on windy days can be dangerous. The owner and installer assumes full responsibility that the installation is structurally sound to support all loads (weight. follow these important safety rules. Watch out for overhead power lines. 4 . A site with a clear. Record the serial number of the unit on to page 2 for future reference and read the warranty information.INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing your Patriot Commercial Antenna. A thorough preinstallation site survey is strongly recommended because it can alert you to any “look angle”.. 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. Read this manual thoroughly before beginning assembly. For best results in the assembly process. When selecting “look angle”. etc. As with any other type of construction. above and below your selected “look angle”. be sure to observe and take readings approximately 10 deg to the left and right. in the excavation area should be obtained from the appropriate agency. unobstructed view facing south. soil. information regarding the possibility of underground telephone lines. It is important to conduct an on-site survey with a portable antenna or with a compass and clinometer to avoid interference. A soil check will help you to determine the type and size of foundation required to provide a stable base for the antenna.2m Dual Optic Antenna System. Your antenna site must be selected in advance so that you will be able to receive the strongest signal available. the soil type should be checked because soil conditions vary widely in composition and load bearing capacity. obstructions. storm drains. 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. 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. power lines. 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. Before digging is done. Perform each step in the same sequence as listed in this manual. We trust that you will find this to be a well designed product that will provide many years of reliable service. southeast is required. wind or other problems. Before Ground Pole Installation. please contact technical support for replacement.0m-1. This manual covers the assembly and installation of the 1. Also consider obstructions that may occur in the future such as the growth of trees. etc. The serial number can be found on the antenna back structure. 1. Feed Assembly (Optional) TXFD-DPLCOPOL/TXFD-KUL Ka Tx/Rx Linear Pol. Feed Assembly (Optional) TXFD-OMTPLKA 5 . Feed Assembly (Optional) TXFD-KA/KUR Ku Tx/Rx XPol. Feed Assembly (Optional) TX-FDOMTKUL Ku Tx/RxCoPol. (not included) Feed Boom. 1. 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Reflector. 2 7/8” or 3” O.D.2m (pre-assembled to reflector) 210002 Bracket.2m Dual Optic 212005 Sub Reflector PE0450 Plate.Parts and Hardware 7 13 19 18 15 8 14 16 17 1 6 2 9 12 3 10 11 5 4 ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PART NO. Azimuth 212081 Bracket. Elevation/Lower Clevis. 1. Elevation Adjusting Nut. Elevation Rod 13” HWD Prebag H1101 Fine AzEl Adjusting bolt (pre-assembled) HWD Prebag H1101 Feed Holder. Top PE0400A Feed Holder. Feed Assembly (Optional) TXFD-OMTKAL Ka Tx/Rx Circular Pol.2m 212001 Back Structure. 1/2” thread 2” long HWD Prebag H1101 1/2-20 Thread. DESCRIPTION QTY. 3” Pipe 210080 1RSP02740(2 7/8”)1RSP03040(3”) Mast Pipe.Bottom PE0400B Ku Rx Only. Sub Reflector PE0450-01 210083/210082 Upper Clevis. 2-7/8” (73mm) or 3”(76mm)O. x 9” 10” -Universal mount/wall mount #CHA-WR300 for 1.Inclinometer (for sighting in) 1. Mast Pipe 2-7/8” or 3” O.D.Compass (for sighting in) Preinstallation materials checklist Grounding Rod Clamp & Grounding Block .9/16” Combination wrenches . #3 Rebar . grade 40 or 60. Grade 36” min. Concrete .1/2” Combination wrenches .As required by National Electric Code or local codes. 48” Anti-Twist Rebar 5/8” Diam.D.(See Ground Pole section below). • Concrete: 3000 psi at 28 days. 48” min. poured against undisturbed soil (Allow concrete 24 hour set time before installation of antenna) • Soil Bearing Capacity > 2000 psf. Tubing Plumb within 1deg.0m only (optional) not shown.7/16” 9/16 ratcheting wrench for Fine Az-El Adjustment 1.Assembly tools required 11222211/4” allen wrench (supplied) 5/32” allen wrench Combination wrench -3/4” Combination wrenches . Deformed steel per ASTM A615. • Ground the Antenna to meet applicable local Codes. Coaxial Cable (Size & Length required).(See Ground Pole section below). Ground Wire .#10 solid copper or as required by National Electric Code or local codes. In-Ground Mast Foundation • Steel Mast: L=72”. 6 . NOTE: Higher elevation angles can use less ballast. 28 lb 4x8x16 Block 9 blocks per tray Add-on Dual Tray (if necesary) 7 . Assemble the Non-Penetrating mount per the supplied instructions to provide the mast for the mount installation.Non-Penetrating Mount (optional) 1. If there are any possible future elevation adjustments that could result in a lower elevation angle use the 22 deg elevation angle from the chart for the ballast requirement! 100cm Ballast Chart Elevation (deg) 80 22 40 60 259 202 116 120cm Ballast Chart Dual Tray Ballast Required (lbs) Wind Speed (mph) Elevation (deg) 22 40 60 Ballast Required (lbs) Wind Speed (mph) 100 480 374 216 125 826 644 372 80 411 321 185 100 733 572 330 125 1236 964 * * 556 * * Installations in excess of 100 mph wind speed requirement are to be tethered. 2. Refer to the ballast chart for the required ballast to be placed in the Non-Pen Ballast Trays. . Contact your local meteorological authority and a local civil or professional engineer if your installation is in one of these areas. gorges.8 * SPECIAL WIND REGIONS: Records or experience indicates that the wind speeds are higher in mountainous terrain. and ocean promontories and shall be examined for unusual wind conditions. Using the hardware illustrated. assemble the Pipe brackets. and Clevis bracket as shown. 5x 4x 1x A B 11x F Azimuth Bracket E E D DE A A DE Clevis E E A A D E A E C 18x C E D D E D B E D D E 1x F E D B E D Pipe Bracket 9 . Azimuth bracket.Az-El Mount Assembly 1. Attach the Antenna-Back Structure Assy to the Azimuth Bracket using the illustrated hardware. Refer to Pg. 2. 8 4X 1X 4X 10 .Mount Assembly 1. Add the Elevation adjustment hardware and Upper Clevis using the hardware shown. 5X 10X 2X 3X Note: Two of these bolts are to be used on the Feed Support Tube. 1/4x2-1/2 bolts. 4. washers(2 per) and nuts. 5 11 . NOTE: 2 nuts slide into the back of the Feed Holder. Radio at the end. radio use flex wave guide and bolt Radio to bottom of feed support tube. 2. Insert the Feed Assy into the Feed holder. Bolt the Feed Support Tube to the Back Structure using 2. MAX COMBINED WEIGHT 39 lbs. Assemble the Feed horn. Radio. Assemble the Sub Reflector to the Feed Support Tube using 4.3/8 bolts. Sub Reflector Feed Holder NOTE: The Feed Support Tube is designed to hold up to a 14 LB. 3. Feed Assembly 4 3 Feed Support Tube 5 4 For 15 to 25 lb. and LNB per the instruction sheet supplied in the Feed Assy Kit. washers. See note below for larger Radio’s. Filter.Feed Support Assembly 1. NOTE: If signal is not found on first pass of Azimuth. 12 . but not tight.this nut must turn with it. Peak the satellite signal by fine adjustments made in both azimuth and elevation until the optimum singal is acheived. Adjust the reflector up or down in elevation by turning the two 1/2” hex nuts at the Clevis until the desired elevation is measured (taking reading from the face of the reflector). Fine tune the null. . Note the angle of optimum cross pol null. 2. turning the Azimuth bolt allows + 3 deg fine adjustment. adjust elevation up or down in 2 deg increments until signal is found. apart. All mount hardware should be firm. 1. Azimuth Hardware (4) Area’s Inclinometer Location Nut Azimuth Bracket 4. rotate the antenna in azimuth until the satellite is found. Azimuth Adjustment: With the electronics set to acquire the satellite. Then rotate the feed assemble roughly 90 degrees to obtain a cross pol null. Patriot recommends the use of cross pol nulling using a spectrum analyzer during TX/RX installations. The tick mark and seam are 90 deg. Note: With Azimuth hardware snug (loose enough to allow adjustment). Therefore. Azimuth Adjustment Bolt When turning the Azimuth Adjustment Bolt. Roughly obtain the strongest signal and tighten the hardware on the Pipe Brackets. If not. 3. Elevation of Satellite above horizon = Measured angle from face of reflector minus 22.Note that changes may be necessary to the resolution and video bandwitdh to bring the signal above the noise floor. Tighten all mount hardware Elevation Adjustment 5. Tighten until firm. After tightening the azimuth and elevation hardware.Antenna Pointing NOTE: The Reflector contains a 22 degree offset look angle. the antenna is actually looking 22 degrees in elevation. Rotate the feed back exactly 90 degrees and tighten the feed clamp. when the reflector aperture is perpendicular to the ground. peak the co-pol signal using the spectrum analyzer. The scale on the feed horn can be used with the tick mark on feed holder top or the seam between feed holder top and bottom. Non-Pen Frame 1/4” Tapping Bolt External Toothed Washer Ground Lug 13 . Ground Block NEC Section 810 Ground Wire NEC Section 810 Grounding Non-Penetrating Mount Frame (if applicable) 1. Ground antenna feed cables in accordance with current National Electric code and local electric codes.Grounding Coaxial Cable (to LNB) Grounding Antenna Feed Cables 1. Ground the Non-Penetrating mount frame. Refer to the NEC Section 810 and local electric codes for specific instructions on grounding the remaining end of the ground wire. The illustration shows a typical grounding method. Clamps that provide a solid connection between ground wire and a ground source should be used. The illustration shows a typical grounding method. Insert the Feed Assembly into the Feed holder and assemble to the Feed Support Tube using the hardware illustrated below.Feed Adjustment (Polarity tuning) 1. Adjust the Feed to the appropriate skew angle using the provided scale reference. Insert plastic plug into end of feed support tube. NOTE: Some satellites have a slant angle with respect to the satellite belt angle. CCW Polarity Scale Reading Points BUC Feed Rotation Chart Install site west of satellite CW CCW Install site East of satellite CCW Northern Hemisphere CW Southern Hemisphere CW LNB Feed Assembly 1. 2. Attach the relevant Feed Assembly. Elevation and polarity are both dependent on site azimuth and the difference between satellite and site longitude. 3. Tx Port Feed Holder Tx Port Rx Port Tx Port Feed Support Tube Plug Rx Port X-Band Circular Rx Port C-Band Circular Tx Port Rx Port KA-Band Linear Tx/Rx Tx Port Tx Port Rx Port Ku Band Tx/Rx Tx Port Rx Port Ku-Band Co-Pol Tx/Rx Rx Port C-Band Linear Rx Port Tx Port Rx Port KA-Band Circular Tx/Rx Ku Band Rx C-Band Rx C-Band Dual Rx 2MOSF-001 REV 000 . Contact the satellite operator for details. NOTE: Refer to the chart on back for polarization angle. . 1.30 .1.70 . MI 49224 USA Tel: (517)629-5990 Fax: (517)629-6690 E-mail: [email protected] 19./hr Survival = 3in.2m 13.20 48.80 70% ITU-580-5 35dB Ka Band 1.4”) 1.Specifications Electrical Tx Band(GHz) Rx Band(GHz) Tx Gain dBi (Midband) Rx Gain dBi (Midband) Efficiency Side Lobes Cross Polarization (on axis) Ku Band 1.46.43.3”) 22 degrees 0.635 50mph 125mph -40 to 140 F -60 to 180 F Operational = 1/2in.30.0m .49.2m 29.com Web site: www.12.90 .0m .com 2MTXINT100120DO Rev-011905 .60 .00 65% Mechanical Antenna Size Offset Angle F/D Operational Wind Survival Wind Operational Temp Survival Temp Rain Ice Pole Size 1.2m (47.sepatriot./hr 1 in.70 .41.75 41.20.50 40.50 10.70 44.10 .50 .0m (39. + 60mph wind 2-7/8” or 3” OD ANTENNA SYSTEMS 704 North Clark Street Albion.14. Radial -or1/2 in.75 .