HP RC3000 manual Table of Contents Introduction

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION	1
1.1 MANUAL ORGANIZATION	1
1.2 RC3000 FEATURES	3
1.3 THEORY OF OPERATION	5
1.3.1 Controller Description	5
1.3.2 System Interface Requirements	6
1.3.3 Operational Overview	7
1.3.4 Antenna Pointing Solution	9
1.3.5 Timekeeping	11
1.3.6 Drive System	11
1.3.7 Polarization Control	13
1.3.8 Magnetic Variation	14
1.3.9 System Performance	15
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS	16
2.0 INSTALLATION	17
2.1 EQUIPMENT MOUNTING	18
2.1.1 RC3000 Antenna Controller	18
2.1.2 GPS Receiver	19
2.1.3 Fluxgate Compass	20
2.1.4 Electronic Clinometer	22
2.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS	24
2.2.1 Power Entry	25
2.2.2 Motor Drive	26
2.2.3 Drive Sense	27
2.2.4 Limit Switches	28
2.2.5 Signal Strength	29
2.2.6 Navigation Sensors	30
2.2.7 Accessories	31
2.2.8 RF Autopeak	32
2.2.9 Hand Held Remote	33
2.2.10 Pulse Sensors	35
2.2.11 Remote Control	38
2.2.12 Waveguide Switch	39
2.2.13 Resolver Inputs	40
2.3 INITIAL CONFIGURATION	41
2.3.1 Software Initialization	41
2.3.2 Elevation Calibration	43
2.3.3 Azimuth Calibration	47
2.3.4 Polarization Calibration	50
2.3.5 Fast/Slow Motor Speed	53
2.3.6 Pulse Sensor Checkout	53
2.3.7 Drive System Checkout	53
2.3.8 Navigation Sensor Communication	53
2.4 FINAL CALIBRATION	54
2.4.1 Compass Calibration	54
2.4.2 Azimuth and Elevation Alignment	55
2.4.3 Signal Strength Adjustment	57
2.4.3.1 L-Band Power Detector	57
2.4.3.2 Signal Strength Channel	57
2.4.3.3 Signal Strength Channel Calibration	58
2.4.3.4 Amplifier Gain vs. Frequency Characterization	59
2.4.4 Pulse Scale Factors	60
2.4.5 Operational Presets	62
2.4.6 Miscellaneous Adjustments	62
2.4.7 Mechanizing Automatic Locates	62