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Step 5

Refer to Figures 38 and 39. With the height of the theodolite and its support kit set as indicated in Figure 24, the theodolite should sight near the scribe line of the alignment stick when theodolite elevation is set to 90° 00’ 00”. If not, set the theodolite elevation angle to 90° and move the theodolite up or down until it sights on the scribe line using the rotary precision lift. Be careful not to turn entire torque tube while turning precision lift.

Focus and adjust theodolite elevation to the scribe line and record this reading as Rl. Relocate stick, rotate theodolite, focus and adjust theodolite elevation to scribe line and record this reading as R2. Add Rl and R2 readings and divide by 2. Record this reading as R3. Adjust theodolite elevation angle to new angle R3. Rotate the tribach assembly adjustment screw (in line with the alignment stick) up or down until the theodolite is sighted on the scribe line. Repeat this procedure for the diagonally opposed alignment stick positions.

Note: Only 2 of the 3 tribach adjustment screws should be used for leveling. Mark or identify 1 of the 3 and only use the remaining 2 adjustment screws.

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Brief Description of Theodolite Calibration Sequences:

1.Theodolite Leveling (Sect. 10.0)

2.Theodolite Centering (Sect. 11.0)

3.Theodolite Height Adjustment (Sect. 12.0)

4.Repeat 1 - 3 as Necessary (Typically 4 - 5 times) to Achieve Calibration Specs.

Theodolite Calibration Specifications:

1.Leveling: All 3 Stick Positions Within 15 Seconds of Each Other.

2.Centering: All 3 Center Reading to be Within 15 Seconds of Each Other.

3.Height: All 3 Level Position Readings Within 10 Seconds of 90° 00’ 00”.

4.Ready for Reflector Panel Adjustment (Sect. 13.0).

Figure 39

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Contents Meter ESA Table of Contents Introduction Meter Earth Station AntennaProprietary Data Information and Assistance Technical Customer Service CenterHow to Use This Manual Overview ContentGetting Started OverviewTool Size Quantity Recommended ToolsGetting Started Returning Equipment Step Overview Foundation Preparation Installation Procedures1b A-325 Tensioning For bolts over four diameters Tensioning StepTripod Ground Mount Assembly Azimuth Beam Step Step Support Legs Assembly Step Step 20008A Step Panning Frame Assembly Step X 3 LG mm 200031A Flatwashers Azimuth Pivot Assembly 301786 Azimuth Jack Screw Assembly Step Step Step Elevation Jackscrew Assembly Step Step Grounding Cable Attachment Step Step Installation Procedures Step Jack Tripod Assembly Step Reflector Assembly Step Step Step Step Subreflector Assembly Step Step Theodolite Assembly Installation Step Step Theodolite Leveling Step Step Theodolite Centering Step Theodolite Height Adjustment Reflector Panel Adjustment Step Installation Procedures Subreflector Adjustment Step Offset Operating Angle Top Stud Nut Adjustment Subreflector Offset Tilt Adjustment StepInstallation Procedures Step Operation Overview Acquiring a SatelliteStep Polarization at 45 degrees from Optimum Setting Maximizing Odd Transponders Subreflector Adjustment Preventive Maintenance Overview General Cleaning Electrical PartsPreventive Maintenance Antenna Preventive Maintenance Drive System Voltage Current Checks Step Step Preventive Maintenance Jackscrews/Motors Gear Motor/Housing Fill Drain Requirements Lubrication Chart High-Speed Antenna Lubrication Points Medium-Speed Antenna Lubrication Points Appendix ‘A’ Appendix ‘B’