Patriot Products MI 49224 User Manual

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Patriot Antenna Systems

Assembly Manual for the

1.0m Back Pack Antenna
System

1.0 meter Back Pack Antenna

Revision 002

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................ 2

MECHANICAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................. 3

BACK PACK ............................................................................................................................................. 3

AZ-EL ANTENNA BASE ......................................................................................................................... 3

1.0M REFLECTOR.................................................................................................................................... 3

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REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY........................................................................................................................ 6

FEED ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................... 11

INTRODUCTION

This is a deployable antenna system that comes carefully packed in a portable back
pack case

assembled and handled with proper care.

Become familiar with these instructions before attempting to work with this antenna system.
Completely unpack all the components and identify each one to know it’s function and
purpose.

. It is a precision instrument that will provide many years of reliable service if

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MECHANICAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

BACK PACK

The antenna is provided in a carrying case measuring approximately 15 x 25 x 12”,
and weighs approximately 65 pounds. The back pack case has the added features of
having roller wheels and an extendable handle for easy handling where applicable.
Back Pack shoulder straps are also provided for carrying the case on one’s back.

AZ-EL ANTENNA BASE

The Antenna Base is comprised of three detachable legs that have adjustable feet for
rough leveling of the assembly, and an Azimuth bearing assembly that the reflector
assembles to using a simple “insert and turn” design. The elevation adjustment is
accomplished using a turnbuckle that can be rough adjusted in slotted ribs on the
back of the reflector, then fine adjusted by turning the body of the threaded
turnbuckle. Azimuth adjustment is accomplished by using a turn knob that moves
the antenna in a controlled means in the azimuth plane until the RF signal is peaked.
A locking handle mechanism then locks it to the desired location.

1.0M REFLECTOR

The Reflector is in six pieces that interlock using dowels, and latches to secure the
pieces together into an accurate assembly. Be sure to follow the assembly procedure
to properly interlock the pieces. The Feed system is precisely held in place using
side struts with ball snaps to the main feed tube. The Feed assembly detaches easily
using one ¼ turn knob.

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