N W IEE

Installation, Operation and Maintenance

Manual of 4.5M Antenna System

The North West China Research

Institute of Electronic Equipment
P.O.Box 84, Xian, China, 710065
Tel:(86-29)88220630 FAX:(86-29)88220605

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 CONTENT
1.0 GENERAL .....................................................................................................1

2.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................2

2.1 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................2
2.1.1 Antenna Type ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.2 Frequency Bands (MHz) ...................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.3 Polarization.......................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.4 Antenna Gain (dBi) .............................................................................................................................. 2
2.1.5 Half-power Beam Width ...................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.6 Antenna Pattern ................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.7 Cross Polarization Discrimination ...................................................................................................... 2
2.1.8 Axial Ratio ........................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.9 VSWR ................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.10 Insertion Loss..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.11 Tx/Rx Isolation ................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1.12 Antenna Noise Temperature............................................................................................................... 3
2.1.13 Power Handling ................................................................................................................................. 3
2.1.14 Interface Type: ................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................3
2.2.1 Diameter of Reflector........................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.2 Pedestal Type ....................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.3 Drive Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.4 Travel Range of Antenna ..................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.5 Polarization Adjustment....................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.6 Accuracy of Reflector........................................................................................................................... 3
2.2.7 Environmental Conditions ................................................................................................................... 3

3.0 FEATURE OF ANTENNA STRUCTURE ................................................4

3.1 PEDESTAL .........................................................................................................................5
3.1.1 Kingpost ............................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1.2 Triangle Mount .................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.3 Azimuth and Elevation Drive Mechanism............................................................................................ 6
3.2 ANTENNA REFLECTOR ......................................................................................................7
3.2.1 Hub....................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.2 Individual Panel................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.3 Backup Support Struts.......................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 FEED SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................8
4.0 FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS ...........................................................8

5.0 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION ..................................................9

5.1 SITE REQUIREMENT ..........................................................................................................9
5.2 INSTALLATION TOOLS .......................................................................................................9
5.2 BLOCK DIAGRAM OF INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ...........................................................10
5.4 CAUTION FOR INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................10
6.0 INSTALLATION OF PEDESTAL ...........................................................11
6.1 INSTALLATION OF KINGPOST ..........................................................................................11
6.2 INSTALLATION OF AZIMUTH DRIVE MECHANISM ...........................................................11
6.3 INSTALLATION OF ELEVATION DRIVE MECHANISM ........................................................12
7.0 INSTALLATION OF REFLECTOR .......................................................13

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 7.1 INSTALLATION ON THE GROUND .....................................................................................13
7.2 INSTALLATION ON THE PEDESTAL ...................................................................................16
8.0 INSTALLATION OF THE FEED SYSTEM...........................................18
8.1 PROCEDURES...................................................................................................................18
8.2 CAUTION .........................................................................................................................20
9.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE .....................................................20
9.1 OPERATION .....................................................................................................................20
9.1.1 Pointing Adjustment........................................................................................................................... 20
9.1.2 Cautions for Adjustment .................................................................................................................... 21
9.2 MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................22
9.2.1 Maintenance of the HardWares ......................................................................................................... 22
9.2.2 Maintenance of the Feed System........................................................................................................ 22
9.2.3 Surface Coating ................................................................................................................................. 22

10.0 PACKING LIST........................................................................................23

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 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
of 4.5M Antenna System

Cautionary Notice
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE.
THE UNIT FOR THE LENGTH IN THIS MANUAL IS MINIMETER. THANKS A LOT.

1.0 General
4.5M antenna system designed and manufactured by Northwest China Research
Institute of Electronic Equipment (NWIEE) is used for satellite communication
earth station. A dual shaped shift focal axis reflector is so designed for the
antenna that the system gets higher gain and lower sidelobes, which meet the
requirements of INTELSAT IESS and CCIR Rec. 580-4, INMARSAT,
ASIASAT, APT AND CHINASAT, etc. for its technical performance. The
main reflector adopts stretch-formed aluminium panels with high accuracy
riveted with rings and ribs on the precise mould, ensuring the antenna structure
to be simple, reliable and convenient for installation.
The structure of antenna system is shown in Fig.1-1.

Fig.1-1 Structure diagram of 4.5M antenna system

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2.0 Technical Specifications
2.1 Electrical Specifications
2.1.1 Antenna Type
Dual shaped shifted Focal Axis Antenna
2.1.2 Frequency Bands (MHz)
Receive Band: 3625--4200
Transmit Band: 5850--6425
2.1.3 Polarization
Circular or linear polarization (optional)
2.1.4 Antenna Gain (dBi)
Receive Gain: Gr=44.0+20lg(F/3.95)
Transmit Gain: Gr=47.0+20lg(F/6.175)
2.1.5 Half-power Beam Width
Receive: θ0.5 =1.20°
Transmit: θ0.5 =0.80°
2.1.6 Antenna Pattern
First sidelobe: ≤-14dB
Wide angle sidelobes meet the requirements of IESS and CCIR-580-4
G=29-25lgθ dBi 1°≤θ≤20°
2.1.7 Cross Polarization Discrimination
On axial: ≥35dB
within 1dB of beam: ≥33dB
2.1.8 Axial Ratio
Transmit Band: ≤0.75dB
Receive Band: ≤1.5dB
2.1.9 VSWR
Receive Band: ≤1.25
Transmit Band: ≤1.25
2.1.10 Insertion Loss
Receive: ≤0.15dB
Transmit: ≤0.10dB

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2.1.11 Tx/Rx Isolation
≥80dB
2.1.12 Antenna Noise Temperature
≤36°k, El=10° (in clear sky and light wind)
2.1.13 Power Handling
≤1KW
2.1.14 Interface Type:
Receive: CPR-229F
Transmit: CPR-137G for linear polarization
CPR-137F for circular polarization
2.2 Mechanical Specifications
2.2.1 Diameter of Reflector
D=4572mm
2.2.2 Pedestal Type
Elevation-over-Azimuth
2.2.3 Drive Mode
Manual (Motorized as an option)
2.2.4 Travel Range of Antenna
Az: ±60° (continuously adjustable)
El: 5°--90° (continuously adjustable)
2.2.5 Polarization Adjustment
±45°, manual
2.2.6 Accuracy of Reflector
Main Reflector: δ≤0.7mm (r.m.s)
Subreflector: δ≤0.2mm (r.m.s)
2.2.7 Environmental Conditions
a. Wind Load: Normal Operation: 20m/s (50km/hr)
Gusting to 27m/s (72km/hr)
Survival: 56m/s (200km/hr)
b. Environmental Temperature: -45°C～+55°C
C. Rain: 100mm/hr
d. Relative Humidity: 100%

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e. Ice Survival: 13mm (normal operation)
25mm (survival)
f. Earthquake:
Horizontal: 0.3g
Vertical: 0.15g

3.0 Feature of Antenna Structure

The structure of 4.5m antenna mainly consists of the pdestal, the reflector and
the feed system, as shown in Fig.1-1. The subreflector is connected with the
horn as a whole. The main parts are summarised as follow:
Part Name Manufacturer Qty
Panel NWIEE 16
Long strut NWIEE 16
Short strut NWIEE 16
Hub NWIEE 1
El drive mechanism NWIEE 1
Az drive mechanism NWIEE 1
Kingpost & triangle mount NWIEE 1
Feed system NWIEE 1
Anchor bolts NWIEE 6
LNA,LNB,ODU,etc Customer

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 Fig.3-1 Structure diagram of pedestal
To make it clear for the customer, the series number of the antenna has been
marked on the kingpost, the hub, the panels and the struts. The positioning
numbers for the panels corresponding to the long strut and the short strut as well
as the hub are also marked on each part. So there is only one way of connection
between the panels and the struts, the panels and the hub, the struts and the hub.
3.1 Pedestal
An El-over-Az pedestal is used, which consists of the kingpost, triangle mount
and azimuth and elevation drive mechanisms, referring to Fig.3-1. Az. and El.
indication dials provided on the pedestal are used for reference when adjusting
the antenna pointing.
3.1.1 Kingpost
The kingpost is made of seamless steel tube (φ245X8mm). A flange with a
reinforced plate welded on the lower part of the tube is used to connect with
antenna foundation. On each of both up and down ends, an azimuth trunnion is

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provided so as to connect the triangle mount, which is used to support the
antenna. The kingpost mainly bears the weight and overturning moment.
3.1.2 Triangle Mount
The triangle mount is a transition structure which connects the kingpost with the
reflector, it bears and transfers the load of the reflector. The azimuth movement
is realized through rotation of the triangle mount relative to the kingpost, so is
the elevation movement. The triangle mount is mainly made of both channel
steel and steel plate which are welded, as shown in Fig.3-2. On its upper part, 2
support arms are provided to be connected with the hub through the pivoted
trunnion, so that the antenna is moved up and down. Both up and down
trunnions on the side of the triangle mount are connected with the up and down
trunnions of the kingpost, which is taken as Az. axis of the antenna. When the
antenna does azimuth movement, the triangle mount is rotated with the antenna.
Note:
For convenience, the kingpost has been connected with the triangle mount as a
whole before shipment.
3.1.3 Azimuth and Elevation Drive Mechanism
Azimuth and elevation drive mechanisms adopt a trapezoid thread drive mode,
which has the advantages of heavy load bearing capability and steady operation
etc., so T50×8 trapezoid spiral jackscrew is chosen through calculation.
The azimuith drive mechanism is assembled on the trunion of the kingpost and
the triangle mount. Drive the jackscrew CW or CCW by turning the nut on the
azimuth jackscrew, the antenna can rotate around azimuth axis. The continuous
adjustment can be made within a range of ±60°. Fix the antenna with lock nuts
after adjustment.
The elevation drive mechanism is assembled on the lower part of the hub and
connected with the hub and triangle mount, which is used to support the antenna.
Turn the nut on the elevation jackscrew to drive it moving up or down along the
axis direction, a continuous adjustment over a range of 5°--90° can be realised.
Fix the antenna with lock nuts after adjustment.

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 Fig.3-2 Triangle mount
3.2 Antenna Reflector
The reflector consists of a hub, 16 individual panels, and 16 backup support
struts, as shown in Fig.3-3. The antenna is a complete structure system on which
16 panels are circumferentially connected by bolts and then connected with the
hub and backup support struts. The structure is so designed that the rigidity and
strength as well as high accuracy of surface can be obtained.

Fig.3-3 Illustrated diagram of 4.5M antenna reflector

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3.2.1 Hub
The hub is a welded cylinder (920X700mm) made of steel. It is not only the
main load-bearing part of antenna reflector, but also the part connecting with the
pedestal and feed system. The flange provided on the upper part of the hub, is
not only used for installing the feed system. but also used as a reference surface
for installing and measuring the accuracy of the reflector. An available space
provided in the inner cavity of the hub is used for installing the feed system and
RF outdoor unit. The lower flange of the hub is used for connecting with the
pedestal and installing the rear cover. Close the cover after installing the electric
equipment so as to seal the cavity.
3.2.2 Individual Panel
The panels are the critical parts of the reflector, they are the parts to which the
ribs and envelopes are stretch-formed and riveted on the precise mould. The
envelop is the rust-proof aluminium plate with 2mm in thickness and on its back,
there are 2 longitudinal ribs and 4 rings ribs which are all made of rust-proof
L-shape aluminium (50x30x3mm). Such a structure has the characteristics of
higher accuracy and strong rigidity after individual panels are stretch-formed.
3.2.3 Backup Support Struts
There are 16 sets of support struts, each of which consists of long and short
support struts made of 63x40x5mm L steel. One end of the support strut is
connected with the hub and the other one is connected with the panel, which
provides a stable support structure for the reflector so that the antenna can safely
and reliably operate under the required environment.
3.3 Feed System
The feed system of 4.5m antenna consists of the corrugated horn, the microwave
network, the subreflector and the support frame. For convenience of installation,
the subreflector is supported on the feed directly. There is no need to install and
adjust the subreflector because the dimension of the subreflector relative to the
horn is accurate before shipment. The subreflector is supported on the horn by
four small metal struts distributed in 45 degrees as shown in Fig.8-1. The linear
polarization feed consists of the horn, three straight circular waveguides,
two-port network with a filter. The circular polarization feed consists of the
horn, the polarizer and two-port network with a filter and a transmit OMT.

4.0 Foundation Requirements

The foundation for 4.5m antenna pedestal is shown in Fig.4-1.
A foundation must be constructed according to the foundation drawing ensuring
that the antenna can be safely operated under the required environment.

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 Fig.4-1 Foundation diagram of antenna
The users must pay special attention to the anchor bolts during construction. Coat
the grease on the exposed part of bolts and wrap them up till the antenna is
installed in order to prevent them from damage before installation.

5.0 Preparation for Installation

5.1 Site Requirement
A firm level ground (12m x 12m) must be provided around the foundation for
reflector assembly and hoist.
5.2 Installation Tools
The tools listed in the table 5-1 are necessary for installing 4.5M antenna.
Table 5-1 Necessary Tools for Installing 4.5m Antenna
Name Qty. Name Qty.
150mm adjustable spanner 1 Hammer (used by carpenter) 1
200mm adjustable spanner 2 5M steel tape 1
400mm adjustable spanner 1 Cross-head screw driver 1
(100mm)
600mm adjustable spanner 1 3M triangle ladder 1
Hammer (for assembly) 1 Sand paper (80#) 3
The electrical nut driver and the standard size wrenches (14~17#, 17~19#
wrenches) can be used for installation.
The manual hoist equipment must be prepared, if a crane is not available for
hoisting equipment on site. For example, 1.0 ton chain hoist, steel wires (2
pieces of 3m in length and 10mm in diameter), jute ropes, shelf, some wooden

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plates and other necessary tools same as that used by a crane.
5.2 Block Diagram of Installation Procedure
The installation procedures are given in Fig.5-1.

Prior to installation, check whether the packing cases are damaged or not. Open
each case and check the packed parts according to the packing list. After that,
assemble the parts step by step.
5.4 Caution for Installation
a. Make sure that the parts for installation are the same series number of the
antenna.
b. All the spare parts must be protected carefully in order to keep them from
damage.

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c. When installing the feed system, be careful to protect the horn cover against
scuffing and entering water. Replace it if damaged.
d. When entering the reflector for installation, the personnel should wear soft
bottom shoes and stand on the places under which there are backup support
struts and ribs of the panels. Lay some liners such as soft foam and kraft paper
in order to avoid deformation of the panels and damage on their surface.
E. If any pin is found to enter any hole of the shafts not easily, clean the hole as
well as the pin with sand paper 80#.

6.0 Installation of Pedestal

Procedures for installation of the pedestal are the following: Kingpost, azimuth
drive mechanism and elevation drive mechanism.
6.1 Installation of Kingpost
Hoist the kingpost (200kg) on the foundation by the crane or by manual hoist
equipment. Pay attention to the direction of the kingpost, enable the azimuth
axis to be in the receiving direction of the antenna, then put the pedestal on
anchor bolts and fasten them by M30 nuts, as shown in Fig.6-1.

Fig.6-1 Installation of kingpost

6.2 Installation of Azimuth Drive Mechanism

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Azimuth drive mechanism and its installation are shown in Fig.6-2. Clear the
azimuth jackscrew first and coat the lubricating grease on it, then install the
pendulum block and the adjusting nuts of both sides on the jackscrew.

Fig.6-2 Installation of Az. Drive mechanism

The pendulum block is connected with the Az adjusting trunnion of the kingpost,
and the other end of the jackscrew is connected with the triangle mount by pin
shafts and split pins.
6.3 Installation of Elevation Drive Mechanism
Assemble the elevation drive mechanism according to Fig.6-3 (No damage or
substance is allowed on the jackscrew). Install one end of jackscrew of El.drive
mechanism on the trunnion of the lower part of triangle frame, the other end is
temporarily supported by other support things or laid against the frame.

Fig.6-3 Structure diagram of El. drive

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7.0 Installation of Reflector
There are two hoist methods for installation of reflector. One is on the ground
and the other is on the pedestal when the crane is not available. The former is
used under the condition of the crane. The assembly parts are shown in Fig.7-1.

Fig.7-1 Part diagram of reflector

7.1 Installation on the Ground
a). Put the hub on a firm ground and make full preparation for installation on
hard wares (such as M8x30 bolts, flat washers and spring washers etc.).
b). According to the marked number on the hub, find out the corresponding
numbers of the long strut and the short strut. Make sure that the numbers are
correct before assembly. After that, connect the long strut one by one with the

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hub on the marked position in a direction. And then, connect the short strut one
by one with the hub and the long strut on the marked position in the same
direction, referring to Fig.7-2. Finally, fasten all the screws from the inner to the
outer step by step.

Fig.7-2 Installation diagram of backup support strut

c). Find out the position of the panel, corresponding to the hub by the marked
numbers on each panel and the hub respectively. According to the marked
number, assemble the panel carefully as shown in Fig.7-3. While assembling,
insert each panel into the upper flange of the hub until the small edge of the
panel touches the flange tightly. Along the longitudinal rib of each panel, there
are four holes for connection. Refer to Fig.7-3, insert M8x30 bolts
consequently.
d). After all panels are connected with the hub and struts, all the screws should
be fastened from the inner to the outer. When fastening the screws, it must be
noted that all screws are fastened on the first row in CW, the next row in CCW,
and so forth. At the same time, keep the upper surface even on the adjacent
panels.
AFTER ASSEMBLING IS COMPLETE, MAKE MEASUREMENT TO

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ENSURE THE ERROR OF APERTURE DIMENSION IS LESS THAN ±2MM
IN EACH DIRECTION. Because the small deformation of the panels may
during package, shipment and assembling, the diameter of the 4.5m antenna is
not 4572mm±2mm. If it is found that the diameter is not 4572mm±2mm,
adjustment of the antenna aperture should be done. First, determine the position
of the panels to be adjusted referring to the measured data of the antenna
diameter and loosen the connecting screws. For the position of the data large
than 4572mm±2mm, push the panels upwards slowly and measure the diameter.
If the errors are less than 2mm, tighten the screws. For the position of the data
less than 4572mm±2mm, pull the panels downwards slowly and measure the
diameter. If the errors are less than 2mm, tighten the screws. And then, measure
the diameter of the antenna again and repeat the adjustment for several times
until the errors of the 4.5m antenna diameter are within ±2mm in all directions.

Fig.7-3 Assembly diagram of reflector

e). Hoist the reflector and connect it with the pedestal after all the hard wares

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are tightened. The hoist method is shown in Fig.7-4.
7.2 Installation on the Pedestal
Installation procedures of manual hoist are as follows:
a. Build a triangle frame on the foundation of pedestal according to Fig.7-5. The
height of the support point from the ground is 4.8m. Hang a manual chain hoist
(load >500kg) with steel wires.
b. Put four M10 hoisting rings into 4 thread holes of upper flange which are
distributed uniformly along the circumference and put the steel wire through
them, then hoist it to the pedestal. Connect the hub with two trunnions of the
pedestal and the elevation drive mechanism with elevation trunnion on the side
of the hub. Adjust the flange surface of the hub to a horizontal position.

Fig.7-4 Hoist and installation method for 4.5M antenna

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 Fig.7-5 Hoist and assembly diagram of reflector
c. Remove the manual hoist equipment after the hub is installed.
d. A firm and safe platform with a diameter more than 5000mm is built around
the hub (The height of platform is the same with that of the down flange of the
hub). Around the platform, there should be a safe fence more than 0.8m in
height, as shown in Fig.7-6.

Fig.7-6 Installation diagram of platform

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e. Install the support struts and individual panel according to the same steps
described in Paragraph 7.1.
f. Remove the platform after the panels and the feed system is installed.

8.0 Installation of the Feed System

8.1 Procedures
Install the feed system according to Fig.8-1(A) for linear polarization.
a. Put out carefully the horn/subreflector assembly from the feed package.
b. Clean up the sealing radome on the horn with clean cloth. If the radome is
broken, chang it at once.
c. Check the position of the subreflector referring to the dimension between the
subreflector and the horn aperture surface (Fig.8-1). For example, check the
axial dimension of the subreflector relative to horn and check whether the
subrefelctor is co-axial to the horn axis. Adjust the axial direction using M5x15
bolts on the subreflector supports and adjust the vertical deviation using M6x30
bolts, then fix the bolts after adjustment.
d. Before installation of the feed subsystem, check the feed polarization in the
required state. If not, loose M6 bolts of the flange A, rotate the network to the
required position and slightly adjust the polarization plane until the co-pol
signal is maximal or the cross-pol signal is minimal and then fasten the bolts

Fig.8-1(A) Subreflector/horn assembly (four metal struts)

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 Fig.8-1(B) Connection of subreflector/horn assembly
e. Hoist and install the feed system on the main reflector, referring to Fig.8-2.

Fig.8-2 Installation diagram of feed

Install the feed system according to Fig.8-1(B) for circular polarization.
a. Put out carefully the horn/subreflector assembly from the feed package.
b. Clean up the sealing radome on the horn with clean cloth. If the radome is
broken, chang it at once.

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c. Check the position of the subreflector referring to the dimension between the
subreflector and the horn aperture surface (Fig.8-1). For example, check the
axial dimension of the subreflector relative to horn and check whether the
subrefelctor is co-axial to the horn axis. Adjust the axial direction using M5x15
bolts on the subreflector supports and adjust the vertical deviation using M6x30
bolts, then fix the bolts after adjustment.
d. Determine the feed polarization in the required state referring to Fig.8-3. The
phase shift (90°) is realized done by way of the dielectric sheet and the pins. If
the polarization state is incorrect, loose the M6 bolts of the flange A in
Fig.8-1(B), rotate the network by 90 degrees and then connect the flange by
inserting the provided positioning pin. Finally fasten the bolts.

Fig.8-3 Determination of antenna polarization

e. Hoist and install the feed system on the main reflector, referring to Fig.8-2.
8.2 Caution
a. Protect the horn cover all the time, preventing it from damage.
b. Don’t boundle up the subreflector and its supports with the hoisting rope
during hoisting by a crane or manually. Or it will damage the installation
position of the reflector.
c. Be careful for the position of the support struts which are used to support the
subreflector when installing the feed on the main reflector. The supporting struts
should be 45° distributed with the ground. (Note: It is the case when the
elevation angle of antenna is 0°).

9.0 Operation and Maintenance

9.1 Operation
Operation of antenna means that the pointing and the polarization state of the
antenna should be adjusted in order to enable it to operate in the optimal state.
9.1.1 Pointing Adjustment
Pointing adjustment includes azimuth and elevation adjustment. After the
equipment is assembled, adjust antenna pointing according to azimuth and
elevation data for the operational satellite from this station location and ensure

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the antenna in the optimal state according to the requirement of its electrical
performance.
a. Caculation formula of both El and Az angles of the antenna are as follows:
Az = 180° + sin(sin ∆λ 1 − cos 2 ∆λ cos 2 φ

cos ∆λ cos φ − 0.151

El = arctg[ ]
1 − cos 2 ∆λ cos 2 φ

When ∆λ=longitude of the earth station-longitude of the satellite.

φ = latitude of the earth station. The azimuth angle takes the true north
direction as 0°.
b. Adjust the elevation angle of the antenna according to the calculated
elevation angle when the antenna points to the operating satellite. First, insert
the adjustment rod into the hole on the adjustment nut of the elevation drive
mechanism. Then move the adjustment rod manually so as to rotate the nut and
drive the jackscrew axially. The antenna is moved up and down around the
elevation axis. Take the angle indicator as reference during adjustment.
c. Adjust azimuth angle. Loose the adjustment nut of one end of the pendulum
block on the Az. drive mechanism and rotate the adjustment nut on the other
end, the jackscrew is moved back and forth and both the triangle frame and the
antenna reflector are moved horizontally around the azimuth axis. The travel
range of Az. jackscrew is ±60°. Fasten the two adjustment nuts after roughly
adjusting the Az. Angle to the calculated azimuth angle when the antenna points
to the satellite.
d. According to electrical specification, adjust both elevation and azimuth
angles repeatedly till the signal is optimal.
e. While the antenna in linear polarization, linear polarization state should be
adjusted. Loose four M6x30 bolts of the flange A in Fig.8-1 (A), rotate the feed
network slightly and continuously to obtain the maximal co-polarization signal
or minimal cross-polarization signal. Finally, fasten the nuts.
9.1.2 Cautions for Adjustment
a. Don't loose the reversely adjusted nut too far away from the pendulum block,
while adjusting the azimuth by manual, preventing the antenna from vibrating
and damage due to the wind and other reasons.
b. Adjust the nut within a range of its adjustment, otherwise, Components or
parts will be damaged.
c. After completing the adjustment, fasten all of the adjustment nuts.

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9.2 Maintenance
9.2.1 Maintenance of the HardWares
It is important to pay much attention to the check and maintenance of the hard
wares, for the 4.5m antenna system composed of several large parts is
assembled together by a lot of bolts. The connection of the bolts will have an
effect on performance of the antenna system even on its service life. Check the
hard wares of connection parts regularly, especially after they are vibrated by
the strong wind. If loosened, fasten them in time; If damaged, replace them with
the same type in time.
9.2.2 Maintenance of the Feed System
Check regularly whether the horn cover is damaged. If it is broken, replace it in
time in order to prevent the feed system against water. If water has already
entered the feed system, the system performance may have degraded. A method
is recommended to remove water in the feed. First, loose the screws connecting
the LNA with the filter, the adapter on the transmit port. Check if water has
existed in the LNA and the adapter or not. If water is found, clean it with a clear
cloth carefully. Then removing the marked transmit OMT or the flange A
referring to Fig.8-1, blow away water or moisture inside the horn and the OMT
using a blower. Finally, referring to the line marked on the flange, connect the
disassembling parts one by one and fasten the screws tightly, replace the
damaged radome for a new one.
9.2.3 Surface Coating
The components or parts exposed in the air should be coated for protection.
Both Zinc yellow priming paint and surface paint are protectively coated after
the chemical process is used for all aluminium parts. Zinc-plating is used for all
the small steel parts. A process method is adopted for the large steel-parts: i.e.
first heats galvanising, then priming paint and finally surfaces paint. Because
the coating is not only for decoration, but also for the metal ability of rust proof
under the natural environment and the service life of antenna. If the coating was
damaged, coat the white diffusive paint in time.

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10.0 Packing List
Packing list and hardware packing list for 4.5m antenna system are as follows.
Packing List for 4.5M Antenna System
Dimension Weight
No. Name Name of Component Qty.
(LxWxH)mm (kg)

Panel
1 individual panel 16 pieces 2600x1000x1550 400
Package

Hub hub 1 piece

2 1140x1140x920 245
Package rear cover 1 piece

Kingpost & triangle 1 set

mount

Az. drive mechanism 1 set

El. drive mechanism 1 set

Pedestal
3 16 pieces 1020x1020x900 760
Package long strut

short strut 16 pieces

strut 16 piece

Hardwares 1 set

feed system 1 set

Feed
4 network 1 set 1850x850x900 130
package
document 2 pieces

Foundation steel plate for foundation 2 piece 760x730x230 180

5
package anchor bolt 6 bar

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 List of Hardwares for 4.5M Antenna System
No. Name Model Qty. Remarks

1 nut M30 6
Used for connection of the
2 flat washer 30 6
pedestal with the foundation
3 spring washer 30 6

4 bolt M8x30 190

Connection of backup support
5 nut M8 190 struts with hub, Connection
6 flat washer 8 380 between panels, and Installation of
the feed
7 spring washer 8 190

8 nut M6 10 Connection of the rear cover with

the hub
9 bolt M6x12 10
Connection of accessories
10 flat washer 6 30

11 spring washer 6 20

12 bolt M6x30 10

13 bolt M16x60 8 Used to connect the reflector with

the pedestal
14 flat washer 16 8

15 spring washer 16 8

17 hoist ring M8 4

18 Split pin φ5x50 4 Used to shaft

19 Shaft pin φ6x20 64 Connection of backup support

struts with hub

20 Sealing ring φ5x1200 1

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Appendix: 1.Non-penetrating Mount

First step

Second step

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 II I
weight weight weight

weight
III IV

A
satellite

weight
A

weight
weight
weight

Third step

A-A M12x45
I II
M12x45 M12x45 (26)
(26) (26)

(26)

M12x40
(40)

III IV

wind speed weight

32m/s 300kg
C37T
56m/s 500kg
C45T
32m/s 450kg
56m/s 800kg

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2. Installation lightning rod

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