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Installation Instructions
Integrated Radio Interface
2.5ft Antennas
AN-0029-0, AN-0027-0, AN-0016-0
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710,
Israel Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-36455499 Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Installation Instructions
AN-0029-0, AN-0026-0, AN-0027-0, AN-0016-0
Giganet Antenna Mount from...
21
21
Description
This antenna consists of a 0.8-meter (2.5ft) shielded reflector,
radome, feed, and offset tower mount. The mount is designed
to attach the antenna to a vertical tower pipe of diameter 64
to 115 mm (2.5 to 4.5"). The mount also provides adjustment
ranges of±50° elevation and±180° (+15, -7.5° fine) azimuth.
20
19
20
13
19
13
13
13
15
15
Notice
The installation, maintenance, or removal of antenna systems
requires qualified, experienced personnel. Manufacturer's
installation instructions have been written for such personnel.
Ceragon systems should be inspected once a year by
qualified personnel to verify proper installation, maintenance,
and condition of equipment.
Manufacturer disclaims any liability or responsibility for the
results of improper or unsafe installation practices.
Apply silicone grease (23)
to O-ring (22) prior to fitting
21
20
10
19
15
3
21
20
19
50N/m
50N/m
14
19
20
14
Antenna
offset right
Antenna
offset left
+15° to -50°
0°
+15° to +50°
Elevation Adjustment Ranges
17
16
18
Apply Grease
to these
Surfaces
21
20
18
19
12
17
19
11
21
Apply Grease
to this
Component
16
11
12
20
Mount Arrangement for Elevation of +15° to -50°
Mount Arrangement for Elevation of +15° to +50°
6
Table 1. Antenna Parts List
Caution:
Loosen for adjusting
azimuth to avoid
reflector damage
Loosen for
adjusting
elevation
Adjust
elevation
Loosen for
adjusting
azimuth
Adjust
azimuth Loosen for
turnbuckle adjusting
azimuth
(6)
Item
Description
Part no.
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Reflector/shield assembly
Mount plate
Mount angle bracket
Feed assembly
Radome
Azimuth adjustment turnbuckle
Mount pivot plate
Half clamp (cap)
Elevation adjustment bolt
Upper bracket
Slotted bracket
Spacer
Bevel washer
M12 x 110 hex head bolt, gs
M12 x 45 hex head bolt, gs
M12 x 80 carriage bolt, gs
M12 x 45 carriage bolt, gs
M16 flat washer, gs
M12 flat washer, gs
M12 lock washer, gs
M12 hex nut, gs
O-Ring
Silicone Grease (tube)
113502
108992
108984
224403-2
109103
109036
109105
108995
108994
109104
224322-1
100535-132
100535-42
204026-4
204026-2
100521-51
100521-45
100522-45
100526-45
106837-3
12225
Qty
1*
1*
2*
1*
1*
1*+3
1*+2
1*+7
* Part of antenna sub-assembly
# Frequency Dependant
gs Galvanised Steel
Table 2. Fastener Torque Specifications
Fastener
Remove 4 off M6
bolts to adjust
polarization
polarization
indicator
notch
Rotate feed
hub (4) to
adjust
polarization
Vertically Polarized Application
Remove 4 off M6
bolts to adjust
polarization
polarization
indicator
notch
Rotate feed
hub (4) to
adjust
polarization
Horizontally Polarized Application
Size
Stainless
steel
Galvanized
steel
Torque value in N·m (lb·ft ) for each fastener size
M5
M6
4.5
7.7
(3.3) (5.7)
2.7
4.5
(2)
(3.3)
M8
18.7
(13.8)
11.1
(8.1)
M10
39.2
(28.9)
22
(16.2)
M12
65.1
(48)
38
(28)
M16
161
(118.7)
95
(70.1)
Installation Instructions
Ceragon Antenna Mount
For 4ft (1.2 m) & 6 ft (1.8 m) Integrated Antennas
AN-0033-0, AN-0030, AN-0015-0
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Bulletin 101804
Installation Instructions
ValuLine Antenna
GIGANET Mount
TM
for 4ft(1.2m) & 6ft(1.8m) Integrated Antennas.
Introduction
The type tower mount is an offset 3-point suspension unit
which has been designed to mount a 4ft (1.2m) or 6ft (1.8m)
parabolic antenna to a 4-1/2in (115mm) diameter pipe.
The mount incorporates an eyebolt which, by pivoting the
reflector about two hinges, provides an elevation adjustment of ±5 degrees. Azimuth adjustment is obtained by
means of an adjustable strut (see Figure 1).
Red Tape and Reflector to
remain at same orientation
Red Tape marking
Mount Frame rotated
180 deg.
Strut arrangement
Offset Right
Mount Arrangement
Offset Left
Mount Arrangement
Figure 1. Ceragon Tower Mount Options
NOTE:- The following diagrams are based on the Offset Right mount arrangement.
NOTICE
The installation, maintenance or removal of antenna
systems requires qualified, experienced personnel.
These installation instructions have been written for
such personnel. Antenna systems should be inspected
once a year by qualified personnel to verify proper
installation, maintenance and condition of equipment.
Ceragon disclaims any liability or responsibility for the
results of improper or unsafe installation practices.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLY
1
Material Check. Unpack all materials and inspect
for any shipment damage. Refer to Parts List (Table
1) to assist in identification.
Tightening of Hardware. It is recommended that
all hardware is tightened to the torques specified in
Table 2. The integrity of the mount depends on all fasteners being properly tightened.
Reflector
Mounting Ring
'C'
'D'
Mounting
Bracket
6ft Antenna Azimuth
Adjustment Assembly
( for 4ft version see fig. 8)
Ø115mm(4-1/2in)
Mounting Pipe
(not supplied)
Antenna Elevation
Adjustment Assembly
M12 'U'-Bolt
'A'
'B'
M20 'U'-Bolt
M20 Lockwasher
& Nut
M12 Lockwasher
& Nut
Antenna Support
Clamps
Figure 2. Tower Mount Assembly
3
Assembly of Mounting Bracket
Attach the mounting angle assembly and the mount
angle to the main channel , as shown in Figure 3, using
M12 x 40mm long bolts, lockwashers & nuts. Ensure that
both are perpendicular to the main channel. (The main
channel may be mounted in either of two positions depending on which side of the pipe the antenna is to be mounted).
Fully tighten hardware.
M12 Lockwashers
& Nuts
Mounting Angle
Assembly
MountAngle
Main Channel
M12 x 40mm lg
Bolts
Figure 3. Assembly of Mounting Bracket
4
M20 Lockwasher
& Nut
Mounting Bracket
Reflector
Mounting Ring
Hinge
M20 x 45mm lg Bolt
Attachment of Suspension Parts.
(Refer to Figures.2, 4 & 5). Attach hinges to the
reflector mounting ring at positions 'A', 'B' & 'C' in Figure 1,
using M20 x 45mm long bolts, lockwashers & nuts. Fully
tighten hardware.
Attachment of Mounting Bracket Assembly
to Antenna. (Refer to Figures.2, 4 & 5). Attach
assembled mounting bracket to hinges at positions 'A' &
'B' using M20 x 45mm long bolts, lockwashers & nuts
and connect eyebolt to hinge assembly at position 'C'
using M12 x 45mm long bolt, lockwasher & nut. Do not
tighten hardware. Thread M20 locknut approximately
halfway along eyebolt, then add concave adjustment nut
and convex washer. Slip eyebolt through hole in mount
angle. Add other convex washer, concave adjustment
nut and locknut as shown ensuring that convex washers
and concave nuts engage properly.
Figure 4. Attachment of Mounting Bracket
Reflector
Mounting Ring
M12 x 45mm lg Bolt
M20 Eyebolt
M20 Lockwasher
& Nut
Elevation Hinge
Bracket
Mount Angle
M12 Lockwasher
& Nut
M20 x 45mm lg
Bolt
M20 Locknut
M20 Locknut
Concave Adjustment
Nut No.1
Convex
Washer
Concave Adjustment
Nut No.2
Figure 5. Antenna Elevation Adjustment Assembly
6
Attachment of Antenna Support Clamp
(Refer to Figures 2 & 6). Determine desired height
for antenna and attach antenna band clamps to mounting
pipe at required location using M12 x 40mm long bolts,
lockwashers & nuts. Fully tighten hardware.
Attachment of the Antenna to the Mounting Pipe
(Refer to Figures 2 & 7). Rest the lower end of the
main channel on the antenna support clamp. Attach antenna to mounting pipe using M20 'U'-bolt, M12 'U'-bolt and
their respective lockwashers & nuts. Tighten the nuts on
the 'U'-bolts until the lockwashers begin to close. Roughly
align the antenna onto its operating path.
Ø115mm
Mounting
Pipe
Band
Clamp
Band
Clamp
M12 x 40mm lg Bolt,
Lockwasher & Nut
Figure 6. Attachment of Antenna Support
Clamp
M20 x 90 lg Bolt,
Lockwasher & Nut
M20 Lockwasher &
Nut
Determine Strut Orientation.
Suitable mounting points must be provided on the
tower or main support structure prior to installation of the
azimuth adjustment strut and the fixed strut (if required).
For structural efficiency, the struts should be installed parallel to the antenna axis (ie in the direction of final transmission path). When it is not possible to mount the struts in
this manner due to tower or outrigger considerations, the
struts may be positioned anywhere within an angular 'cone'
relative to the reflector axis as shown in Figure 9.
Azimuth Adjustment Strut Installation.
Attach 'U'-bracket to reflector mounting ring at point
'D', as shown in Figure 6, using an M20 x 45mm long bolt,
lockwasher & nut. Attach the pre-drilled end of the azimuth
adjustment strut to the azimuth 'U'-bracket on the reflector
using an M20 x 90mm long bolt, lockwasher & nut as shown
in Figure 6. Do not fully tighten at this stage.
Assemble the azimuth adjustment components and the strut
clamp on to the free end of the strut as shown in Figure 6.
Position the azimuth adjustment nuts such that they are
approximately at the mid-point of the azimuth bolt threads.
Tighten the 'U'-bolt and clamp assembly set screws sufficiently enough to prevent the assembly from falling off the
strut at this stage.
Rotate the antenna in azimuth until pointing (as closely as
possible) in the direction of the final transmission path.
Loosen the azimuth adjustment assembly 'U'-bolt and clamp
set screws and slide the assembly until the clamp can be
installed on a suitable tower member. Fully tighten the 'U'bolt nuts to secure the angle bracket to the strut. Ensure
that the tab of the azimuth bolt is secured against the strut
clamp using the locknut provided. Take up excessive slack
in the remaining hardware at this stage in order to perform
final azimuth and elevation adjustments.
M20 x 45mm lg Bolt
Side Strut
Reflector
Mounting Ring
'U'-Bolt
Side Strut
Clamp Assembly
'U'-Bracket
Tower
Member
Angle Bracket
Azimuth Adjustment
Nut
Setscrew
& Locknut
Note : Holes should not be
drilled without prior approval
M16 x 55 lg Coach
of the tower or support strucBolt & Flatwasher
ture manufacturer.
Ø18mm Hole for
M16 Bolt
M16 Lockwasher
& Nut
Figure 7. Attachment of Azimuth Adjustment Strut (6ft version)
and Azimuth Adjustment.
10 Elevation
Normally several alternating adjustments in eleva-
tion and azimuth will be required to achieve optimum transmission path alignment. Begin by adjusting the antenna in
elevation using the concave faced nuts on the elevation
eyebolt until the antenna is as close as possible to its final
transmission path direction. Correct any azimuth mis-alignment by adjusting the azimuth adjusting strut. Repeat the
sequence as necessary.
Once alignment is achieved, carefully tighten all mount and
strut hardware, taking care not to disturb the antenna positioning. The following hardware tightening sequence is recommended.
1. Fully tighten the nuts on the two 'U'-bolts on the tower
mounting pipe
2. Fully tighten the mounting ring bolts at each of the
three elevation hinge brackets.
3. Fully tighten bolts attaching elevation hinge brackets
to mounting bracket.
M20 Lockwasher
& Nut
4. Fully tighten bolt attaching elevation eyebolt to elevation hinge bracket.
5. Fully tighten the bolt passing through the azimuth 'U'bracket and strut.
6. Fully tighten bolt attaching fixed strut to mounting ring
(if applicable).
7. Tighten the strut clamp assembly of the azimuth strut
and then the clamp assembly of the fixed strut (if
required). Do this by first loosening the jam nuts. Next
tighten the setscrews until they touch the strut. Then
tighten them 1¼ turns more so that their cup points cut
into the strut. Tighten the locknuts against the bracket.
8. Fully tighten the nuts securing the clamp assemblies
to the tower members.
9. Finally re-check that all hardware has been tightened.
M20 x 45mm lg Bolt
M10 x 50mm lg Bolt
Note : Holes should not be
drilled without prior approval
of the tower or support structure manufacturer.
Bracket
Strut
Azimuth
Adjustment
Assembly
M12 X 35mm lg
Bolt
M10 ‘U’ Bolt
Plate
Reflector Mounting
Ring
M10 Lockwasher
& Nut
Strut Channel Pivot
M10
Lockwashers &
Nuts
M12 Lockwasher
& Nut
M12 x 35mm lg
Bolt
Tower Member
(not supplied)
An 13.5mm (max) Diameter
Clearance Hole in an Appropriate Tower Member (for
M12 Bolt) is Required.
M12 Lockwasher
& Nut
Figure 8. Attachment of Azimuth Adjustment Assembly (4ft version)
Hardware Check. Recheck all hardware to en11
sure that it has been correctly tightened during installation
Clamp Attachment to Round Tower
Member (48 to 76mm Dia)
procedure.
Corrosion Prevention. Paint the cut end of the
12
strut with a Zinc based paint (eg. 'Galvafroid') to prevent
corrosion.
Invert Clamp for Round
Members (25 to 47mm Dia)
Strut may be attached to a Round Tower Member of 25 to 76mm Diameter using Pipe Clamp
Assembly Part No. 33984-7. This Must be ordered separately
Figure 8. Attachment of Side Struts to Round
Tower Members
50
Azimuth Adjustment Strut
250
50
250
Figure 9. Azimuth Strut Positioning
Table 1. Mount Parts List
Item
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
Description
Antenna azimuth adjustment
Front strut angle
‘U’ bracket
Strut plate
M12 U-bolt
M10 U-bolt
M20 U-bolt
Antenna support band
M12 lockwasher, gs
M12 hex nut, gs
M10 lockwasher, gs
M10 hex nut, gs
M10 x 50mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 35mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 40mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 45mm hex bolt, ss
M12 lockwasher, ss
M12 nut, ss
M20 x 45mm hex bolt, gs
M20 x 90mm hex bolt, gs
M20 lockwasher, gs
M20 nut, gs
M20 locknut, ss
Strut channel
Main channel
Strut
Strut clamp assembly
Band clamp
Convex washer, ss
Concave nut, brass
Pivot bracket
Rod end eyebolt assy.
Mount angle
Mounting angle assy.
Hinge
Conductive grease
Vinyl gloves
11
11
6*
8*
8*
ss/gs stainless steel/galvanized steel
Fastener
Size
Stainless
steel
Galvanized
steel
Andrew Corporation
4ft Qty*
10500 West 153rd Street
Orland Park, IL U.S. A. 60462
6ft Qty*
7*
9*
9*
* Includes spares
Table 2. Fastener Torque Specifications
Torque value in N·m (lb·ft ) for each fastener size
M5
M6
4.5
7.7
(3.3) (5.7)
2.7
4.5
(2)
(3.3)
Telephone: 708/349-3300
FAX (U.S.A.): 1-800/349-5444
TELEX: 25-3897
M8
18.7
(13.8)
11.1
(8.1)
M10
39.2
(28.9)
22
(16.2)
M12
65.1
(48)
38
(28)
M16
161
(118.7)
95
(70.1)
Customer Service, 24 hours: U.S.A. • Canada • Mexico: 1-800/255-1479
U.K.: 0800 250055 • Republic of Ireland: 1 800 535358
Printed in E.C. Oct’99
Other Europe: +44 592 782 612
Copyright © 1994 by Andrew Corporation
Installation Instructions
Feed Installation For Ceragon Antennas
AN-0033-0, AN-0027-0, AN-0015-0
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Installation Instructions
Bulletin 101773
Feed Installation
for VHP4-240-G01 Antennas
Antenna Assembly Sequence
VHP antenna
Description
Feed
mounting
hole
This feed is designed to interface with a CERAGON RFU and
to be mounted into the reflector of the antenna.
Included with the feed are guy wires. An notch on the feed
hub indicates the direction of polarization and the feed can
be rotated to adjust polarization.
Notice
The installation, maintenance, or removal of antenna systems requires qualified, experienced peronnel. This
installation instructions have been written for such personnel. Antenna systems should be inspected once a year by
qualified personnel to verify proper installation, maintenance, and condition of equipment.
Ceragon disclaims any liability or responsibility for the
results of improper or unsafe installation practices.
Table 1. Feed Parts List
Item
Description
Qty
Feed Assembly
Guy Wire
M6x16lg SHCS, ss.
M6 Lockwasher, ss.
O-Ring
Silicone Grease, tube
Conductive grease, tube
4*
4*
1*
1*
2*
Antenna
ss - Stainless Steel
* - Part of feed kit
Rear surface of
antenna reflector
Table 2. Fastener Torque Specifications
Fastener
Size
Stainless
steel
Torque value in N·m (lb·ft ) for each fastener size
M5
4.5
(3.3)
M6 M8
M10
7.7 18.7
39.2
(5.7) (13.8) (28.9)
M12
65.1
(48)
M16
161
(118.7)
Insert guy wire here
and bring back through
feed mounting hole
5
Polarization
indicator notch
Rotate feed hub to
adjust polarization
Feed
guy
ring
Remove 4 off M6
Cap Screws to
adjust polarization
Feed
Vertically Polarized Application
Attach guy hooks
to feed guy
ring and pass
feed through feed
mounting hole
Reflector
Polarization
indicator notch
Rotate feed hub to
adjust polarization
Apply silicone grease
(6) to O-Ring
Remove 4 off M6
Cap Screws to
adjust polarization
Horizontally Polarized Application
Apply conductive
grease (7) to these
surfaces
(See Warning)
Apply conductive
grease (7) to threads
(See Warning)
Warning: Use protective wear to avoid skin contact with the conductive
grease. Keep away from mouth. Wash thoroughly after use with liberal
amounts of liquid soap and rinse with water. Do not store open near food or
food sources. Contents: oil, clay, and zinc dust.
Installation Instructions
Ceragon Antennas
Shield-Radome
AN-0033-0, AN-0030-0, AN-0015-0
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Bulletin 237288
Installation Instructions
Revision C
VHP4
ValuLine™ Antenna
Shield-Radome
Description
This four-segment shield with radome is designed to be mounted
on the reflector of the antenna to achieve high performance. Signal absorber is fastened to the inside of the shield
segments. Some antennas require absorber on only two shield
segments and other antennas require absorber on all four
segments. Assembly and mounting hardware is included.
Loosely join ends of
shield segments with
five bolts, lock
washers, and nuts
Reflector
mounting
holes
Notice
Radome
mounting
nut
14 mm
(0.55")
The installation, maintenance, or removal of antenna systems
requires qualified, experienced personnel. This installation
instructions have been written for such personnel. Antenna
systems should be inspected once a year by qualified personnel
to verify proper installation, maintenance, and condition of
equipment.
62.3 mm
(2.45")
Ceragon disclaims any liability or responsibility for the results of
improper or unsafe installation practices.
Table 1. Shield-Radome Parts List
Item
Description
10
11
M6 x 1-6g x 12 mm hex bolt, ss 204000-76
M6 lock washer
204003-5
M6 x 1-6H hex nut
204001-12
M6 flat washer
204002-14
M6 x 1-6g x 20 mm hex bolt, ss 204000-78
Hole plug
48504
Absorber clip
108953-1
Absorber washer
9862-10
Tapered pin (alignment tool)
224797
Angle adaptor
45840-1
Angle adaptor bolt
9953-23
Radome
mounting
nut
Absorber
Part no.
Qty*
38
56
38
18
18
Typical overlap
arrangement
plain segments
* Includes spares
ss stainless steel
Table 2. Fastener Torque Specifications
Fastener
Size
Stainless
steel
Torque value in N·m (lb·ft ) for each fastener size
M5
4.5
(3.3)
M6 M8
M10
7.7 18.7 39.2
(5.7) (13.8) (28.9)
M12
65.1
(48)
M16
161
(118.7)
Full-absorber
antenna shield
0.5" Absorber
Half-absorber
antenna shield
1" Absorber
DCN L98/083
0.5"/1.0" Full-absorber
antenna shield (71WA Only)
2
Full-absorber antenna
shield version shown
Insert shield into
reflector so that
mounting holes align
with rim holes
in reflector.
Drain holes: align
with antenna top.
Insert hole plugs (6) in
top and side drain holes.
Bottom drain holes
must remain open.
Reflector
Red tape: indicates
top of antenna.
Position absorber segments
at sides of half-absorber antennas.
Antenna shield
arrangement
1.0" Absorber
0.5" Absorber
Threaded insert for
radome attachment
Antenna top
Half Absorber
0.5"/1.0" Absorber
Position of red
tape
Absorber clip (typ.)
Drain hole plug
Assembled shield
arrangement
Reflector mounting
hole
Shield
assembly
Insert the tapered pin (9) into the reflector
hole as shown. Pry the shield slightly to
align shield and reflector holes to receive
a bolt. Repeat at 3 opposite positions.
Reflector
Fit loosely with
lockwasher (2)
and nut (3) in 4
opposite places
as shown then
tighten.
5
Shield
assembly
Reflector
Fit bolts (1), lock washers (2) and nuts (3)
to remainder of holes of the reflector and
tighten. Tighten all shield segment
fastenings.
Position the radome on the shield with the
red flash nearest the top of the antenna.
Assemble radome to the shield with
bolts(5), lock washers (2), and flat washers (4).
Tightly attach the angle adaptor (10) to the top
of the reflector rim with the adaptor bolt (11)
to accommodate a hoist line choker.
Hoist line
choker
10
Hoist
line
11
Andrew Corporation
10500 West 153rd Street
Orland Park, IL U.S. A. 60462
Telephone: 708/349-3300
FAX (U.S.A.): 1-800/349-5444
TELEX: 25-3897
Customer Service, 24 hours: U.S.A. • Canada • Mexico: 1-800/255-1479
U.K.: 0800 250055 • Republic of Ireland: 1 800 535358
Printed in E.C. Sept'96
Copyright © 1993 by Andrew Corporation
Other Europe: +44 592 782 612
Installation Instructions
Ceragon 2.5 ft Antenna Mount
AN-0015-0, AN-0016-0, AN-0027-0, AN-0029-0, AN-0030-0
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Installation Instructions
Bulletin 237280
ValuLine™ Antenna
Mount
Antenna Assembly Sequence
VHP antenna
VP antenna
Notice
The installation, maintenance, or removal of antenna systems requires qualified, experienced personnel. This
installation instructions have been written for such personnel. Antenna systems should be inspected once a year by
qualified personnel to verify proper installation, maintenance, and condition of equipment.
Ceragon disclaims any liability or responsibility for the
results of improper or unsafe installation practices.
Tightly attach the
crossbars to the channel
for the desired offset of
the center of the antenna
19
19
16
16
13
17
17
28
Description
This mount is designed to be attached to an
antenna reflector and to provide for mounting the
antenna on a 4-1/2" (114 mm) diameter vertical tower
pipe. A strut is used to connect the bottom of the mount
to a tower member for extra stability.
The antenna center can be located 10.4" (264 mm) from
either side of the vertical tower pipe center, depending
on how the mount is assembled. This provides the
clearance necessary for the antenna feed components
and connections.
The mount includes separate turnbuckles for plus or
minus 15° azimuth adjustment and plus or minus 20°
elevation adjustment.
13
Antenna center
offset left
(rear view)
Antenna center
offset right
(rear view)
2
Loosely attach the base plate (26) to the
channel (28).Note: the channel
depth varies according to the origin of
manufacture, which determines whether
or not to use the spacer plate (8).
26
28
23
Spacer plate:
add or discard
according to
channel depth
measurement
(see below)
15
14
Antenna center
offset right
Antenna center
offset left
Antenna center
offset right
Position the angles (27) of the mount on the
antenna mounting ring parallel to the antenna
top. The antenna top is indicated by red tape on
the reflector rim. Carefully align the mounting
holes and loosely add the attaching hardware.
23
23
Important: Partially tighten each bolt while checking to be
sure that the remaining untightened bolts are not
binding in the holes. If binding occurs, loosen
all partially tightened bolts. Then, slightly reposition the
mount to the reflector and repeat the procedure. If the
mount is improperly positioned on the reflector when
the bolts are tightened, distortion of the reflector
can occur. After the four bolts are partially tightened,
fully tighten them as given in Table 2.
28
Tower
pipe
2"
(51 mm)
Spacer plate
added
28
1.7"
(44 mm)
Spacer plate
discarded
Partially tighten the bolts holding the angles to the
base plate enough to compress the lock washers.
Red tape at
reflector top
Very loosely attach both angles (27) to the
base plate (26). Loosen the jam nuts and set
both turnbuckles (9) with their eye centers
at the mid-travel position. Loosely
attach the turnbuckles as shown.
21
27
Set turnbuckle
eye centers
13.5 to 14" (344 to
356 mm) apart
Antenna
mounting
ring
Base
plate
19
27
27
22
14
15
25
27
16
20
27
14
15
15
Antenna center
offset left
14
26
Antenna
mounting
ring
25
17
Antenna center
offset left
Antenna center
offset right
5
Very loosely attach the strut (29) to the mount
angle (27) with the front strut angle (5). Very loosely
attach the other end of the strut to a tower member
with the rear strut angle (6); attach this end so
that the strut is as parallel as possible to the
antenna axis for maximum stability. The deviation
angle from this parallel position should be no
more than 25° in any direction.
Tightly attach the support bands (12)
to the tower pipe in the antenna
mounting position. The antenna mount
channel will rest on these bands.
23
12
Leave all strut attaching hardware loose until after
elevation and azimuth adjustments are done.
Then, tighten the hardware according to Table 2.
24
14
27
Tower pipe
15
29
Install the feed according to Bulletin 237285 (feed
not shown for clarity). Attach hoist lines to the upper
mount angle (27) as shown: add a hoist line choker
through the angle adaptor of a shielded antenna.
Raise the antenna to the tower pipe and position
it on the support bands as close to its
operating position as possible. Tightly attach the
mount to the tower pipe with two U-bolts (10).
Angle
adaptor
Hoist
line
Hoist line
choker
Hoist
line
27
25°
27
17
16
22*
29
18
22
11
17
16
24
27
10
24
14
15
Antenna center
offset left
15
14
Antenna center
offset right
14
15
*Bolt requires a 13.5
mm (0.531") mounting
hole in tower member.
Consult with the tower
manufacturer
regarding advisability
of drilling into a tower
member, or for a
recommendation of a
special mounting
method.
8
Table 1. Mount Parts List
Adjust elevation and azimuth. Make sure
that all strut attachment hardware is
loosened before making either adjustment.
Tighten turnbuckle jam nuts to hold the
adjustments. Then, tighten the remaining
adjustment hardware according to Table 2.
Elevation
Loosen bolts indicated
by arrows and
rotate turnbuckle
Loosen jam nuts
and rotate
turnbuckle
Azimuth
Loosen bolts indicated
by arrows and
rotate turnbuckle
Loosen jam nuts
and rotate
turnbuckle
Item
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
Description
Part no.
Square washer
Bevel washer, thin
Bevel washer, thick
Rectangular washer
Front strut angle
Rear strut angle
Strut plate
Spacer plate
Turnbuckle
M12 U-bolt
M10 U-bolt
Antenna support band
Crossbar
M12 lock washer
M12 hex nut
M10 lock washer
M10 hex nut
M10 x 50 mm hex bolt, gs
M10 x 35 mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 70 mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 50 mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 35 mm hex bolt, gs
M12 x 45 mm carriage bolt, gs
M12 flat washer
M10 flat washer
Base plate
Angle
Channel
Strut
224349
224322-1
224322-2
224348
224422
224406
224410
224479
224403-1
204031-1
204031-3
42922A-1
224320
100522-45
100526-45
100522-39
100526-39
100534-63
100534-36
100535-84
100535-48
100535-21
204026-2
100521-45
100521-39
224321
224766
224324
224409
Qty*
18
18
12
12
* Includes spares
gs galvanized steel
Table 2. Fastener Torque Specifications
Fastener
Size
Galvanized
steel
Torque value in N·m (lb·ft ) for each fastener size
M5
2.7
(2)
M6
M8
4.5 11.1
(3.3) (8.1)
M10
22
(16.2)
M12
38
(28)
M16
95
(70.1)
Strut: loosenall
attaching hardware
for elevation or
azimuth adjustment
Andrew Corporation
10500 West 153rd Street
Orland Park, IL U.S. A. 60462
Telephone: 708/349-3300
FAX (U.S.A.): 1-800/349-5444
TELEX: 25-3897
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U.K.: 0800 250055 • Republic of Ireland: 1 800 535358
Printed in U.S.A. 3/94
Other Europe: +44 592 782 612
Copyright © 1994 by Andrew Corporation
Installation Instructions
For AN-0014-0, 4-foot Antennas
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Installation Instructions
4-foot Antenna
AN-0014-0
These Installation Instructions are valid for antennas in the following version:
• reflector ∅ 1,2 m (4 ft)
• waveguide feed single or dual polarized
• pipe mount for installation on pipe ∅115mm
• antenna offset to the left or the right
• standard installation with offset to the left
• safety collar for easy installation
• 2 spindles for fine adjustment of azimuth ± 5° and elevation of ± 10°
• reflector (SP-Types)
• reflector with shroud, shroud aperture covered by a radome
(SU- and SD-Types)
It is important to mount the antenna exactly as described in these installation instructions.
The installed antenna shall be inspected once per year by qualified personnel .
Ceragon disclaims any responsability for the result of improper or unsafe installation.
These installation instructions have been written for qualified, skilled personnel.
We reserve the right to alter details, especially with respect to technical improvement.
1(9)
1.
Tools required for installation
Tools are not included with antenna:
• Hoisting device for 250 daN
• Shackle
• 2 ropes
• Water balance and compass
• Mallet
• Wrenches for hexagon bolts:
M5(8), M6(10), M10(17), M12(19), M14(21), M16(24)
(values in brackets=openings of spanners)
• Torque wrench from 0,5 to 15 daNm
• Nail set or punch for ∅6mm.
2.
Assembly of the mount
For easy operation of the bolted joints, « Anti Seize »Installation Paste should be
applied to all threads of bolts and fine adjustment spindles.
After this, keep the lubricated threads free of dust and dirt!
Fastener torque specification see table attached!
AZIMUTH spindle M8X200
2 washers 8.4
2 brass nuts M8
2 U-Bolts M14
4 washers 15
8 nuts M14
screw M16X55
washer 17 ∅ 40x6
screw M8X30
washer 8.4
sl nut M8
screw M16X55
washer 17 ∅ 30x3
safety collar
U-Bolt M10
2 washers 10.5 ∅ 30
4 nuts M10
ELEVATION spindle M10X100
2 brass nuts M10
2 washers 10.5
2(9)
3.
Antenna offset
Offset left
Offset right

 Rotate the reflector and the tower mount 180 deg
3(9)
4.
Assembly of the shroud and the planar radome (only SU-and SD-Types)
planar radome
TOP
12 screws M6 x 20
24 washers 6.4 ∅ 18mm
12 sl nuts M6
12 screws M6 x 25
24 washers 6.4 ∅ 18mm*
12 sl nuts M6
TOP
Offset to the left
RF gasket tape, self adhesive
∅ 6 mm punched
after positioning of
the shroud
TOP
Offset to the right
reflector, complete with casting mount
wire mesh towards
center of reflector
* for spots free of paint 90 deg from TOP (left and right) add 2 serrated lock washers A6.4
• The rim of the reflector must be clean and dry
• Stick on the RF gasket tape 360 deg in a way, that

 all mounting holes are covered by the tape and

 the wire mesh is directed to the center of reflector
• position the shroud -clean and dry- on inside of the reflector.
antenna offset to the left
TOP shroud to TOP reflector
or
antenna offset to the right
TOP shroud oposite to TOP reflector
4(9)
5.
Lifting of antenna
5.1
SP-Type
• Fix a shackle in the rim of the reflector. The diameter of the hole is 8mm.
• Lift the antenna carefully.
5.2
SD and SU-Type
• Fix a lifting sling at the shroud near the reflector.
• Lift the antenna carefully.
5(9)
6.
Feed installation
The feed is a precision component which should be handled with special care
during installation. For instance, always carry the feed, supporting both ends.
Any damage may degrade the antenna’s performance. Repair of feeds is not
possible in the field.
6.1.
Guy Wire Assemblies
rotatable feed guy ring
• Insert the 3 guy wires in the mounting holes on the rear of the reflector.
• Move the feed assembly partway through the connecting ring.
• Hook the guy wires into the rotatable guy ring
• Move the feed and fix it, with the 4 screws M5, in the connecting ring.
6(9)
6.2.
Polarization Choice
6.2.1 Single polarization
Antenna TOP
Vertica
Horizontal
4 screws M5
4 washers 5.3
• unscrew the 4 screws M5
• carefully rotate the feed 90 degrees
• lock the 4 screws M5
6.2.2 Dual polarization
Antenna TOP
7.
Hoisting on tower
2 ropes fixed on the mount
for optimal balance
8.
Elevation adjustment
7(9)
Loosen bolts
Loosen nuts and adjust
elevation
9.
Azimuth adjustment
Loosen nuts
Loosen nuts and
adjust azimuth
Loosen nuts
After azimuth adjustment, lock the first nut on the U-bolts with a torque of
Important:
95Nm, then the second lock nut is fixed against the first one. Don’t use two wrenches to fix
the second nut.
8(9)
11.
Polarization adjustment
Loosen 4 screws M5 and adjust polarization
12.
Final Check
When the installation of the antenna has been completed, it is necessary to make sure that
the installation instructions have been followed in all aspects.
It is especially important to check that all bolted joints are tightly locked.
9(9)
Installation Instructions
For 6-foot Antennas
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
8 Hanechoshet Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Installation Instructions
6-Foot Antenna
These Installation Instructions are valid for antennas in the following version:
• reflector ∅ 1,8 m (6 ft)
• waveguide feed single or dual
polarized
• pipe mount for installation on pipe
∅115mm
• antenna offset to the left or the right
• safety collar for easy installation
• 2 spindles for fine adjustment of
azimuth and elevation of ± 5 deg
• reflector (SP-Types)
• reflector with shroud, shroud
aperture covered by a radome (SUand SD-Types)
It is important to mount the antenna exactly as described in these installation instructions.
The installed antenna shall be inspected once per year by qualified personnel .
Ceragon disclaims any responsibility for the result of improper or unsafe installation.
These installation instructions have been written for qualified, skilled personnel.
We reserve the right to alter details, especially with respect to technical improvement.
1(10)
1.
Tools required for installation
Tools are not included with antenna:
• Hoisting device for 250 daN
• Shackle
• 2 ropes
• Water balance and compass
• Mallet
• Wrenches for hexagon bolts:
M5(8), M6(10), M10(17), M12(19), M14(21), M16(24), M20(30)
(values in brackets=openings of spanners)
• Torque wrench from 0,5 to 25 daNm
• Nail set or punch for ∅6mm.
2.
Assembly of the mount
For easy operation of the bolted joints, « Anti Seize »Installation Paste should be
applied to all threads of bolts and fine adjustment spindles.
After this, keep the lubricated threads free of dust and dirt!
Fastener torque specification see table attached!
2 screws M20X50
2 washers 21
2 sl nuts M20
Bracket right
6 screws M12X35
6 washers 13 ∅24
6 washers 13 ∅40
6 sl nuts M12
Bracket left
2 washers 13 ∅24
2 brass nuts M12
screw M16X50
washer 17
sl nut M16
EL-bracket
AZIMUTH spindle M12
2 brass nuts M12
2 spherical washers C13
2 conical seats D14.2
2 washers 13 ∅32
ELEVATION spindle M16
2 brass nuts M16
2 spherical washers C17
2 conical seats D19
Azimuth clamp
4 screws M12X35
8 washers 13 ∅24
4 sl nuts M12
3 U-Bolts M14
with
6 washers 15
12 nuts M14
2(10)
3.
Antenna offset
Offset left
Offset right
4.
Assembly of the shroud (only SU-and SD-Types)
3(10)
Edge protector
24 screws M6X25
48 washers 6.4 ∅18*
24 sl nuts M6
RF gasket tape
self adhesive
Hoisting eye
dismounted
TOP
Reflector,
complete with
mount
∅ 6mm
(punched after
positioning of the
shroud)
Wire mesh directed
to center of reflector
* for spots free of paint 90 deg a side TOP (left end right) additionnaly use 2 serrated
lock washers A6.4
• The rim of the reflector must be clean and dry
• Stick on the RF gasket tape 360 deg in a way, that

 all mounting holes are covered by the tape and

 the wire mesh is directed to the center of reflector
• position the shroud -clean and dry- into the reflector.
5.
Shroud Sections Attachment
4(10)
4 screws M6X25
4 sl nuts M6
8 washers 6.4 ∅18
6 screws M6X16
6 sl nuts M6
short section
12 washers 6.4 ∅18
or
7 screws M6X16
7 sl nuts M6
long section
14 washers 6.4 ∅18
5(10)
6.
Feed installation
The feed is a precision component which should be handled with special care
during installation. For instance, always carry the feed, supporting both ends.
Any damage may degrade the antenna’s performance. Repair of feeds is not
possible in the field.
6.1.
Guy Wire Assemblies
rotatable feed guy ring
• Insert the 3 guy wires in the mounting holes on the rear of the reflector.
• Move the feed assembly partway through the connecting ring.
• Hook the guy wires into the rotatable guy ring
• Move the feed and fix it, with the 4 screws M5, in the connecting ring.
6(10)
6.2.
Polarization Choice
6.2.1 Single polarization
Antenna TOP
Vertical
Horizontal
4 screws M5
4 washers 5.3
• unscrew the 4 screws M5
• carefully rotate the feed 90 degrees
• lock the 4 screws M5
6.2.2 Dual polarization
Antenna TOP
7(10)
7.
Installation of the planar radome (only U and D-Types)
Take care to avoid kinking of planar radomes during installation. Kinking would
destroy the radomes, which are non-repairable!
Edge protector
135
mm
• Unpack the radome and carefully stretch it over the shroud aperture.
• Orient the drainhole grommet exactly to the bottom point of antenna, opposite TOP.
• Attach J-bolts with springs and smooth radome down as the springs are attached, but do
not displace the edge protector.
• Align the length of springs to approx. 135 mm at each J-bolt, this will provide proper
radome tension.
8.
Hoisting on tower
2 ropes fixed on the mount
for optimal balance
8(10)
9.
Elevation adjustment
Loosen
elevation pivots
Loosen nuts and adjust
elevation
10.
Azimuth adjustment
Loosen nuts of the Ubolts
Loosen nuts and adjust
azimuth
Important:
After azimuth adjustment, lock the first nut on the U-bolts with a torque of
95Nm, then the second lock nut is fixed against the first one. Don’t use two wrenches to fix
the second nut.
11.
Polarization adjustment
9(10)
Loosen 4 screws M5 and adjust polarization
12.
Final Check
When the installation of the antenna has been completed, it is necessary to make sure that
the installation instructions have been followed in all aspects.
It is especially important to check that all bolted joints are tightly locked.
10(10)
Supplement To
Installation Instructions
For 4-foot and 6-foot Antennas
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
Installation Instruction
Supplement for Installation Instruction 4 and 6-foot Antennas
M3 x 12
O -Ring
+ 5°
-5 °
Adapte r
M5 x 25
Polarization adjustment with Ceragon-Adaptation
• Loosen the 4 bolts M5x25
• Adjust the feed carefully.
- for the vertical polarization, V to TOP-direction
- for the horizontal polarization, H to TOP-direction
• Lock the 4 screws M5x25
Connection of a standard wave guide flange
• Loosen the 4 bolts M3x12
• Remove the Adaptation and the O-Ring carefully from the feed
Attention: UBR-flange on antenna feed.
Radiation Pattern Envelope
Antenna Type Number AN – 0031-0
1 Foot Antenna 17.7 – 19.7 GHz Single Polarized
Gain: 34.0 dBi at 18.7 GHz
Legend:
Envelope for a horizontally polarized antenna (HH, HV)
Envelope for a vertically polarized antenna (VV,VH)
CERAGON, Sept-2000
CERAGON Ltd.
24 Raul Valenberg Street, Tel-Aviv, 69710, Israel
Tel: +972-3-6455733 Fax: +972-3-6455499
Home Page: www.ceragon.com
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