Antenna installation summary
The antenna installation steps and related tasks are summarized below. The steps in bold type are documented in this manual.
1.Choose an installation site.
2.Select a method for mounting the antenna.
3.Install the antenna mount.
Note: A critical requirement is that the mast must be plumb. The antenna assembly cannot be adjusted to correct for a mast that is not plumb.
4. Install the IDU.
Note: Install the IDU before installing the antenna so you can use the installation software to determine the pointing values (azimuth, elevation, and polarization).
5.Determine the pointing values (azimuth, elevation, and polarization) – Chapter 3
6.Install the Az/El and reflector bracket assembly on the mast – Chapter 3
7.Install the antenna reflector – Chapter 3
8.Install the feed rods and feed support tube – Chapter 3
9.Install the radio assembly –
Chapter 4
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10.Run cables between the IDU and ODU locations.
11.Ground the antenna assembly.
12.Connect cables to the ODU – Chapter 6
13.Point the antenna – Chapter 7
For the steps not shown in bold type, see the following section, Tasks related to antenna installation.
Note: Outdoor unit (ODU) refers to the antenna, radio assembly, and antenna mount.
Follow all steps in the order they are presented. Do not tighten any hardware until you are instructed to do so.
Chapter 1 • Overview
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