Streakwave Optic Series Installation Manual

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840 Jury Ct.
San Jose, CA 95112
Tel: 888.604.5234
Thank you for purchasing WB Manufacturing’s Optic Series Antenna. Follow the instructions below for proper installation of the antenna. A 9/16” wrench and Phillips screwdriver will be required to complete assembly.
INSTALLATION GUIDE - Optic Series Antenna
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Step 1: Remove the reflector and its parts from the packaging. Be sure that all the components are inside.
*(Feedhorns are sold, packed and shipped separate from the antenna).
Reflector (1)
Band Clamp (1)
Radome (1)
Feedhorn (1)*
Mount Assembly (1)
3/8”x1” Stainless Steel Bolt, Washer (3)
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Step 2: During shipping the reflector is positioned inside the radome. Remove the band clamp, flip the reflector over, and use the band clamp to re-attach the radome to the reflector.
Note: Before fastening the band clamp, rotate radome to ensure that the weep hole will be positioned at the bottom.
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Step 3: Using the Tower Clamps (2) attach the Optic antenna to the tower. Tighten the nuts securely.
Step 4: Use 3/8”x1” Stainless Steel Bolt and Washer (3)
to attach the antenna to the mount.
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Step 5(Optional): The Optic antenna is designed to work with an advanced aiming scope. If the scope is to be used, insert the scope into the back of the antenna.
Once the scope is securely in place it can now be used to more accurately aim the antenna. Use the AccuAim Elevation and Azimuth adjustment bolts on the mount to achieve pinpoint accuracy (shown in Step 6).
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Step 6: Align the Optic antenna using the AccuAim Elevation and Azimuth adjustment bolts located on the mount.
Step 7: Once aiming is complete, securely tighten the following bolts.
Azimuth
Elevaon
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*The following steps will differ depending on the radio you have selected to use with this Universal Antenna.
Remec-Based Radios
Step A: Insert the feedhorn into the back of the
antenna. (Remove the scope (if used) from the antenna and replace it with the feedhorn).
Line the grooves on the feedhorn up with the screws on the ODU plate to insert completely. Then Twist into the desired position.
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Note: The pictures below show the proper alignment for vertical and horizontal polarity using a rectangular waveguide. When using circular waveguide any orientation of the feedhorn will work.
Step B: Attach the radio using the fasteners on the ODU and the clips provided on the ODU plate. Be sure Radio.
Vercal Polarity
Horizontal Polarity
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*Make sure all fasteners are secured tightly.
Installation of the Optic Series antenna is now complete!
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San Jose, CA 95112 Tel: 888.604.5234
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Dragonwave Radios
Step A: Insert the feedhorn into the back of the
antenna. (Remove the scope (if used) from the antenna and replace it with the feedhorn). Line the grooves on the feedhorn up with the screws on the ODU plate to insert completely. Then Twist into the desired position.
Note: When using circular waveguide any orientation of the feedhorn will work.
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Step B: Attach the radio using the fasteners on the ODU and the clips provided on the ODU plate. The fasteners may need to be repositioned. Use the allen wrench that came with the feedhorn to remove the clips. Re-position them appropriately (As Shown Below).
*Make sure all fasteners are secured tightly.
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Installation of the Optic Series antenna is now complete!
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SAF Radios
Step A: Insert the feedhorn into the back of the
antenna. (Remove the scope (if used) from the antenna and replace it with the feedhorn).
Step B: Attach the radio using the ¼’’x ½’’ bolts (4) provided in the feedhorn packaging.
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Note: The pictures below show the proper alignment for vertical and horizontal polarity using a rectangular waveguide. When using circular waveguide any orientation of the feedhorn will work.
Step C: Align the bolts on the SAF Radio with the corresponding holes on the feedhorn according to the desired polarity. Using the tool SAF provides with the radio, fasten the radio to the feedhorn.
Vercal Polarity
Horizontal Polarity
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Installation of the Optic Series antenna is now complete!
840 Jury Ct.
San Jose, CA 95112 Tel: 888.604.5234
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