Specifications

Overview

Foundation

Preparation

Installation Procedures

This section provides installation procedures for the 4.9-Meter Andrew Earth Station

Antenna. The installation procedures include instructions on the following antenna com-

ponents:

• Reflector/Enclosure • Reflector-to-Mount Assembly

• Mount • Subreflector

Before beginning the installation process on the ground mount assembly, ensure that

the foundation has been prepared. Foundation specifications are provided by Andrew

and may be used as a reference by civil engineering personnel when preparing the

foundation for local soil conditions. These specifications are available before the ship-

ment arrives by contacting the Customer Service Center or your Account Manager.

• Foundation should be dimensioned as detailed in Figures 1a and 1b.

• Sweep foundation clear of any dirt or debris.

• To ensure smooth surface for mount, scrape foundation pad.

• Studs should extend 6 in. above the surface and are 1.25 in. in diameter

• Apply stick wax to stud threads to ease later connections.

Installation Procedures

Figure 1a