CommScope ValuLine VHLP3 Series, Installation Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...S READ THIS MANUAL FULLY BEFORE UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING THE ANTENNA Videos provide supplementary information the instructions contained within this bulletin must always be followed and take precedence over any information contained within the video ...

Page 2: ...lating to Andrew Solutions products or services Notice Andrew disclaims any liability or responsibility for the results of improper or unsafe installation inspection maintenance or removal practices Aviso Andrews no acepta ninguna obligacion ni responsabilidad como resultado de practicas incorrectas o peligrosas de instalacion inspecci6n mantenimiento o retire Avis Andrew decline toute responsabil...

Page 3: ...mounted with the mount offset to the left or to the right Offset left is described in this bulletin however the images showing offset right installation are shown at the end of this document INTRODUCTION Page 3 of 20 7706805 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 4: ...Page 4 of 20 7706805 SATETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 5: ...Page 5 of 20 7706805 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 6: ...Page 6 of 20 7706805 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 7: ... Lock Washer sst pass 2 M10 Hex Nut stl sst pass G2 1 M10 x 35lg Hex Hd Screw stl galv 1 M10 Lock Washer stl galv 2 M10 Flat Washer stl galv G3 1 M10 x 140lg Eyebolt stl galv 2 M10 Lock Washer stl galv 2 M10 Flat washer stl galv 2 M10 Hex Nut stl galv G4 1 Pipe Clamp stl galv 4 M10 x 130lg Hex Hd Screw stl galv 4 M10 Lock Washer stl galv 4 M10 Hex Nut stl galv G5 2 M10 x 35lg Hex Hd Screw sst pass...

Page 8: ...LS SECTION 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Tools Required Thread Diameter in MM M4 M8 M10 Ring and Open Spanner A F 17mm Torque Wrench Sockets A F 17mm Allen Key A F 3mm 6mm 8mm Torx Head Driver T 20 Cutting Pliers Compass General Toolbox Posidrive Philips Driver No2 ...

Page 9: ...E F A B H G1 G6 TO D C D1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 3 EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS 7706805 Page 9 of 20 Equipment ...

Page 10: ...nd radome not shown in bulletin views Handle reflector and radome with care at all times Do not apply excessive weight on reflector or radome Take care to place reflector and radome on clear flat ground or use trestles during assembly Page 10 of 20 7706805 UNPACKING SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking ...

Page 11: ... a 0 3m 0 6m 1 0m 1 2m and 1 8m antenna Fit radio per instructions Page 11 of 20 7706805 UNPACKING SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For installation of Intregration unit see manual Installing an integrated Dual Polarization Unit to a 0 3m 0 6m 1 0m 1 2m and 1 8m antenna Fit radio per instructions ...

Page 12: ...pply conductive grease to surface indicated SEE SAFETY NOTE PAGE 4 Assemble 4x screws Tighten screws to a torque of 1 4Nm 5 2 13GHz and 38GHz feed shown assembled Page 12 of 20 7706805 FEED ATTACHEMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Feed attachment and alignment 6GHz 7GHz and 11GHz Feed Assembly Align slot with rib 13GHz to 38GHz Feed Assembly Align notch with rib ...

Page 13: ...Note The Polystyrene radome is not packing material Note position of alignment arrow Rim edges aligned with notches in radome Page 13 of 20 7706805 RADOME ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Radome attachment and alignment ...

Page 14: ...ition of radome alignment arrow to reflector H Page 14 of 20 7706805 RADOME ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Assemble 16x self tapping screws lock washers and washers in a diagonal sequence Tighten screws to a torque of 2Nm 5 ...

Page 15: ... lay antenna on clear flat ground Then remove brace and discard fixings Do not apply excessive weight to antenna assembly Page 15 of 20 7706805 RADOME ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 16: ...e to areas indicated G1 F1 SEE SAFETY NOTE PAGE 4 st st galv galv galv st st galv st st galv G3 galv G3 galv G2 galv Page 16 of 20 7706805 MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Mount Attachment and Alignment ...

Page 17: ...Apply grease to surface indicated G5 st st 38Nm 5 G6 st st 38Nm 5 G5 st st 38Nm 5 SEE SAFETY NOTE PAGE 4 Page 17 of 20 7706805 MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 18: ...roved rigid structural support SLING 2 Elevation adjustment nut 1 Loosen turn do not remove 1 Loosen turn do not remove 1 Loosen turn do not remove Elevation adjustment Loosen 3 screws 1 Adjust elevation by bolt head 2 On completion tighten screws 1 to 38Nm 5 Adjustment Range 15 Page 18 of 20 7706805 MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NEVER WALK UNDER HOISTED LOADS ...

Page 19: ...Left Pan Right Azimuth adjustment Adjust eyebolt On completion tighten screws G1 to 50Nm 5 and screw G2 to 38Nm 5 Adjustment Range 15 Torque to 38Nm 5 Page 19 of 20 7706805 MOUNT ATTACHMENT AND ALIGNMENT SECTION 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 20: ...such that minimal maintenance is required Other than strong wind conditions the unit is not subject to abnormal forces and regular inspection and maintenance should ensure trouble free operation 8 2 Cleaning of Antenna If subsequent cleaning of the antenna is required solvent based solutions must not be used GENERAL INFORMATION ...