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Unpacking and Inspection

Shipping cartons should be unpacked and contents checked for damaged or missing parts.  Should there be any parts that
are damaged or missing, please contact technical support for replacement.

Site Selection

The main objective of conducting a site survey utilizing a compass and inclinometer is to choose a mounting location on the
ground that will give you the greatest amount of swing for azimuth and elevation for present as well as future use. A thorough
pre-installation site survey is strongly recommended because it can alert you to any “look angle”, soil, wind or other
problems.

The first and most important consideration when choosing a prospective antenna site is whether or not the area can provide
an acceptable “look angle” to the satellite. A site with a clear, unobstructed view facing south, southeast is required. Your
antenna site must be selected in advance so that you will be able to receive the strongest signal available. Also  consider
obstructions that may occur in the future such as the growth of trees.

It is important to conduct an on-site survey with a portable antenna or with a compass and clinometer to avoid interference,
obstructions, etc.

When selecting “look angle”, be sure to observe and take readings approximately 10 deg to the left and right, above and
below your selected “look angle”.

Before Ground Pole Installation, the soil type should be checked because soil conditions vary widely in composition and
load bearing capacity. A soil check will help you to determine the type
and size of foundation required to provide a stable base for the antenna.

Before digging is done, information regarding the possibility of underground telephone lines, power lines, storm drains, etc.,
in the excavation area should be obtained from the appropriate agency.

As with any other type of construction, a local building permit may be required before installing an antenna. It is the property
owner’s responsibility to obtain any and all permits. Ground mounts are certified for 125 mph wind survival.

Introduction

Thank you for purching your Patriot Commercial Antenna.  We trust that you will 

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 nd this to be a well        

designed product that will proved many years of reliable service.  Please read this manual thoroughly before 
beginning assembly.  For best results in the assembly process, perform each step in the same sequence as 
listed in this manual.  Record the serial munber of the unit on to page two for future refferance and read the 
warrenty information.  The serial number plate can be found on the pedestal mount.

Summary of Contents for Patriot 3.8m Commercial Antenna King Post Mount

Page 1: ...3 8m Commercial Antenna King Post Mount...

Page 2: ...ance with any part of this claim procedure may invalidate this warranty in whole or in part THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER AGREEMENTS AND WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTAB...

Page 3: ...Be prepared to safely handle these forces at unexpected moments Do not at tempt to assemble move or mount dish on windy days or serious even fatal accidents may occur PA TRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS is not...

Page 4: ...obstructions etc When selecting look angle be sure to observe and take readings approximately 10 deg to the left and right above and below your selected look angle Before Ground Pole Installation the...

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Page 6: ...rances D C B A A B C D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 7 6 5 4 PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL PATRIOT ANTENNA SYSTEMS IS PROHIBITED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF 001 10 20 2006 DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF PAT...

Page 7: ...6 8SCHEDULE 80 L 120 2 CONCRETE 3000psi AT 28 DAYS POURED AGAINST UNDISTURBED SOIL ALLOW CONCRETE 24 HOUR SET TIME 3 ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF CONCRETE NEEDED 62 CUBIC FOOT 4 SOIL BEARING CAPACITY 2000psf...

Page 8: ...coverage of 132 degrees The pad bolts must be placed in the concrete to allow coverage of the desired portion of the satellite arc Please consult a satellite chart software program or a qualified con...

Page 9: ...in post clevis double nutting it with the pre as sembled washers and nuts Attach the thru hole end to the A frame attachment details Snug the Lock down bar hardware so the Hub assembly can be safely p...

Page 10: ...can be safely placed 3 With 2 helpers place the hub assembly in the zenith bird bath position on top of the King Post A frame as shown using the preassembled hardware in place on the A frame Note the...

Page 11: ...e outside Radial Beam to outside of Hub Angle 1 Install 4M38004 ANGLE 3 8 HUB to hub as pictured below Make sure the cut corner is towards the BOTTOM of the hub assembly 2 Once all 4M38004 ANGLE 3 8 H...

Page 12: ...hole Pull the tapered alignment tools and install that hardware Leave hardware loose at this time Continue installing the remaining Petals using this method Tightening Procedure Important 6 Starting a...

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Page 14: ...w complete Now lower the antenna out of the bird bath position To adjust the antenna toward the selected satellite you must first know its elevation angle above horizon This will be the reference angl...

Page 15: ...il maximum transponder signal is achieved External Toothed Washer Grounding Grounding Antenna Feed Cables 1 Ground antenna feed cables in accordance with current National Electric code and local elec...

Page 16: ...13 Operational Wind 50mph Survival Wind 125mph Operational Temp 40 to 140 F Rain Operational 1 2in hr Survival 3in hr Ice 1 in Radial or 1 2 in 60mph wind Weight Reflector 590 lbs Mount 680 lbs Gain 4...

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