Andrew 3.7-Meter Earth Station Antenna Stereo System User Manual


 
Mount
Unpacking
Assembly
(Using a Crane)
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The elevation/azimuth mount design simplifies installation, minimizes foundation require-
ments, and enables horizon-to-horizon coverage from any worldwide location. The
ground mount assembly enables 180 degree positioning for selected azimuth viewing.
Azimuth range coverage is plus or minus 90 degrees, divided into three 120 degree
continuous ranges with a 30 degree overlap. Elevation adjustment is continuous from 0
degrees to 90 degrees.
After ensuring that the foundation has been properly prepared, the ground mount
assembly process may begin.
The pedestal ground mount assembly arrives in a packaged wooden crate as shown in
Figure 3-2 below. The mount can be positioned manually or by using a crane; however,
Andrew recommends that this procedure be performed using a crane to ensure speed
and ease of installation.
Installation Procedures
Figure 3-2: Crate Unpacking
As stated previously, the pedestal ground mount installation process can be conducted
manually or by using a crane. The following steps provide the necessary procedures for
installing the ground mount assembly using a crane.