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Issue 05/20Installation Guide for 3G Antennas

Installation Guide for 3G Antennas

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Table of Content Section 1 - Presentation....................................................................................................... 2

Mounting accessory list..................................................................................................... 3

Section 2 - Accessories for antennas with pivot points at the back..................................... 4 2.1 - Hardware for pole mounting (standard).................................................................... 4 2.2 - Hardware for pole mounting (large).......................................................................... 6 2.3 - Hardware for wall mounting...................................................................................... 8 2.4 - Hardware for mechanical tilt ................................................................................... 10 2.5 - Hardware for mechanical tilt on wall mounting (three mounting points version).... 11

2.5.1 - Antennas with two mounting pivot points.......................................................11 2.5.2 - Antennas with three mounting pivot points ....................................................12

Section 3 - Accessories for antennas with mounting plates at top and bottom ................. 13 3.1 - Hardware for pole mounting (standard).................................................................. 13 3.2 - Hardware for pole mounting (large)........................................................................ 14 3.3 - Hardware for wall mounting.................................................................................... 15 3.4 - Hardware for mechanical tilt ................................................................................... 17 3.5 - Hardware for mechanical tilt on wall mounting....................................................... 18

Section 4 - Installation........................................................................................................ 19 4.1 - General guidelines.................................................................................................. 19 4.2 - Unpacking and checks............................................................................................ 19 4.3 - Antenna installation ................................................................................................ 19 4.4 - Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 20

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Document history

Issue Comments Date

Issue 05 Logo changed. Antennas type 5157120, 5231100, 5232100, 5230100, 5121100 and 5178100 added. Changed photo section 4.3.

09.09.2005

Issue 04 Antenna type 5142100 added (page 3) 10.03.2005

Issue 03 Mechanical tilt for 5164100 is 0900415/00 instead of 0900412/00 (pages 3 and 17)

28.01.2005

Issue 02 Antenna type 5264100 and tilt hardware 0900250/00 added (page 3) 24.12.2004

Issue 01 Previous separate guides have been grouped to cover all types of antennas in one document.

29.10.2004


Section 1 - Presentation

This guide describes the various installation accessories available for our 3G antennas. Each of them is delivered with an installation drawing. Depending on antenna type, the attachment of the installation accessories is done either on pivot points at the back of the antenna or on mounting plates at top and bottom of the antenna. Pictures below help to understand the difference between these two versions:

Mounting by pivot points at the back

Mounting by plates at top and bottom

The table next page provides a sum-up of all available accessories. Section 2 of this document describes the accessories dedicated to antenna with pivot mounting points. Most of such antennas have two pivots at top and bottom on the back of the antenna. But some of them with a big height have a third pivot at the middle of the back. The pictures in this section 2 describe the accessories when antenna has three pivot points. For the ones with two pivot points, the middle components should not be taken in account. Section 3 describes the accessories dedicated to antenna with mounting plates at top and bottom. Section 4 provides general guide lines for installation and describes how to set the electrical tilt.


Accessory part number

Antenna type

Pole brackets 48-115 mm

(Note 0)

Pole brackets 70-150 mm

Wall brackets with azimuth pan

Mechanical tilt (Note 1)

Tilt label mark

(Note 2)

5165100 5157120 5232100

0900181/00 0900182/00 0900183/00 0900188/00 G

5163100 5163110 5231100 5264100

0900181/00 0900182/00 0900183/00 0900184/00 B

0900395/00 (Note 4) pan only, no tilt

0900394/00 (Note 5) pole only

5160100 5160110 5265101 (Note 3)

0900393/00 0900501/00 0900533 (Note 6)

pan and tilt on wall

No letter

Mounting by pivot points at the back

Notes: 0 - Standard pole brackets. 1 - For all antennas, unless otherwise stated, the mechanical tilt accessory is a kit to be used in conjunction with the pole

or wall brackets ordered separately. 2 - The tilt label on one of the scissor arms is marked with a letter to help distinguish between the kits. 3 - These antennas have a third mounting point at the middle of the back. 4 - Cannot be used together with the mechanical tilt kit 0900394/00. Consider the P/N 0900533/00. 5 - Cannot be used together with the wall brackets 0900395/00. Consider the P/N 0900533/00. 6 - This P/N includes wall mounting brackets to be used instead of P/N 0900395/00. 5162100 5152100 5182100 5157100 5135100 5230100

0900390/00 0900503/00 0900408/00 0900374/00 C

5168100 5121100 5178100

0900390/00 0900503/00 0900408/00 0900474/00 B

5164100 0900390/00 0900503/00 0900408/00 0900415/00 No tilt label

Mounting by plates at top and bottom

5142100 5146100

0900390/00 0900503/00 0900408/00 0900250/00


Section 2 - Accessories for antennas with pivot points at the back

2.1 - Hardware for pole mounting (standard)

This accessory is used for installation on pipes of 48 to 115 mm diameter. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna. The middle components do not apply to antenna with only pivots at top and bottom (two mounting points).

The accessory parts list is given next page.


2 pivots points antenna - Pole mounting 48 to 115 mm - 0900181/00 part list item description quantity item description quantity

1 Pole clamp 4 6 M8 full nut 12 2 Antenna bracket 2 7 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 2 3 Spacing tube 2 8 M10 x 200 mm hex head screw 4 4 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 4 9 M10 plain washer 8 5 M8 plain washer 6 10 M10 full nut 8


1 Pole clamp 6 6 M8 full nut 18 2 Antenna bracket 3 7 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 3 3 Spacing tube 3 8 M10 x 200 mm hex head screw 6 4 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 6 9 M10 plain washer 12 5 M8 plain washer 9 10 M10 full nut 12


2.2 - Hardware for pole mounting (large) This accessory is used for installation on pipes of 70 to 150 mm diameter. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna. The middle components do not apply to antenna with only pivots at top and bottom.




1 Pole clamp 4 6 M8 full nut 12 2 Antenna bracket 2 7 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 2 3 Spacing tube 2 8 M10 studding 260 mm 4 4 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 4 9 M10 plain washer 8 5 M8 plain washer 6 10 M10 full nut 16


1 Pole clamp 6 6 M8 full nut 18 2 Antenna bracket 3 7 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 3 3 Spacing tube 3 8 M10 studding 260 mm 6 4 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 6 9 M10 plain washer 12 5 M8 plain washer 9 10 M10 full nut 24


2.3 - Hardware for wall mounting This accessory is used for installation on wall with ±30° azimuth panning capability. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna. The middle components do not apply to antenna with only pivots at top and bottom. Note that the bottom pan bracket is reversed compared to the top and middle ones. For antenna with 3 pivots, mechanical tilt cannot be added to this accessory - a specific accessory has to be used that includes pan brackets and tilt arms.


The panning device has the following capabilities:

-30° pan 0° pan +30° pan

The accessory parts list is given below.

2 pivots points antenna - Wall mounting with pan - 0900183/00 part list item description quantity item description quantity

1 Wall bracket Right Hand 1 6 Spacing tube 2 2 Pan bracket Right Hand 1 7 M8 plain washer 2 3 Wall bracket Left Hand 1 8 M8 full nut 4 4 Pan bracket Left Hand 1 9 M8 coil spring washer 4 5 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 2 10 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 4

3 pivots points antenna - Wall mounting with pan - 0900395/00 part list item description quantity item description quantity

1 Wall bracket Right Hand 2 6 Spacing tube 3 2 Pan bracket Right Hand 2 7 M8 plain washer 3 3 Wall bracket Left Hand 1 8 M8 full nut 6 4 Pan bracket Left Hand 1 9 M8 coil spring washer 6 5 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 3 10 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 6


2.4 - Hardware for mechanical tilt This accessory is used to add mechanical tilt capability to the mounting accessories described above for installation. The part number for the mechanical tilt hardware depends on the antenna type because each tilt indicator label on one of the scissor arms differs for various lengths of antennas. A letter printed on the tilt indicator label helps to distinguish between the various types (see table in section 1). The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna. The middle components do not apply to antenna with only pivots at top and bottom. The top scissor has a tilt angle indicator label.



2 pivots points antenna - Mechanical tilt kit - 0900184/00 or 0900188/00 part list

item description quantity item description quantity

1 Long scissor arm 1 5 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 2 2 Short scissor arm 1 6 M8 plain washer 3 3 Spacing tube 1 7 M8 full nut 4 4 Tilt position label (top scissor only) 1

3 pivots points antenna - Mechanical tilt kit - 0900394/00 part list


1 Long scissor arm 2 5 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 4 2 Short scissor arm 2 6 M8 plain washer 5 3 Spacing tube 4 7 M8 full nut 8 4 Tilt position label (top scissor only) 1

2.5 - Hardware for mechanical tilt on wall mounting

2.5.1 - Antennas with two mounting pivot points

For such installation of a two mounting points antenna, both the panning accessory (see section 2.3) and the mechanical tilt accessory (see section 2.4) need to be used together.


2.5.2 - Antennas with three mounting pivot points

The accessory p/n 0900533/00 is dedicated only to antenna with 3 pivots at the back. It is used for installation on wall with ±30° azimuth panning and mechanical tilt capability. It includes the three panning brackets. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna. The figure at top of page 7 shows the panning capability. The top scissor has a tilt angle indicator label. Note that the three panning brackets are identical in this kit.

3 pivots points antenna - Mechanical tilt with pan - 0900533/00 part list


1 Wall bracket Right Hand 3 7 M8 coil spring washer 6 2 Pan bracket Right Hand 3 8 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 6 3 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 7 9 Long scissor arm 2 4 Spacing tube 7 10 Short scissor arm 2 5 M8 plain washer 8 11 Tilt position label (top scissor only) 1 6 M8 full nut 14


Section 3 - Accessories for antennas with mounting plates at top and bottom

3.1 - Hardware for pole mounting (standard)

The accessory p/n 0900390/00 is a set of two pole brackets for installation on pipes of 48 to 115 mm diameter. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna.

0900390/00 part list item description quantity item description quantity

1 Pole clamp 4 5 M10 full nut 8 2 - not used - 6 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 4 3 M10 x 200 mm hex head screw 4 7 M8 plain washer 4 4 M10 plain washer 8 8 M8 full nut 8


3.2 - Hardware for pole mounting (large) The accessory p/n 0900503/00 is a set of two pole brackets for installation on pipes of 70 to 150 mm diameter. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna.


1 Pole clamp 4 5 - not used - 2 M10 studding 260 mm 4 6 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 4 3 M10 plain washer 8 7 M8 plain washer 4 4 M10 full nut 16 8 M8 full nut 8


3.3 - Hardware for wall mounting The accessory p/n 0900408/00 is a set of two brackets for installation on wall with ±30° azimuth panning capability. The figures and part list below describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna.


1 Wall bracket 2 6 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 8 2 Pan bracket 2 7 M8 plain washer 6 3 Antenna backet 2 8 M8 full nut 12 4 Spacing tube 2 9 M8 coil spring washer 4 5 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 2


The panning device has the following capabilities:

-30° pan 0° pan +30° pan


3.4 - Hardware for mechanical tilt on pole mounting The accessory p/n 0900374/00 is a kit that adds mechanical tilt capability to the pole mounting or wall mounting accessories described above. It cannot be used on its own. The figures and part list next page describe the kit and how to assemble it on the antenna.

0900374/00 or 0900474/00 or 0900415/00 part list


1 Long scissor arm 1 6 M8 x 30 mm hex head screw 4 2 Short scissor arm 1 7 M8 plain washer 9 3 Scissor mounting bracket 4 8 M8 full nut 16 4 Spacing tube 4 9 Tilt position label (not for 0900415/00) 1 5 M8 x 130 mm hex head bolt 4


3.5 - Hardware for mechanical tilt on wall mounting

For such installation both the panning accessory (see section 3.3) and the mechanical tilt accessory (see section 3.4) need to be used in combination.


Section 4 - Installation

4.1. - General guidelines Each antenna is delivered fully assembled in a single packing carton. Do not stack more than three units high. The antenna has breather/drain holes at its bottom and should be installed with these holes facing downwards. Do not install the antenna up side down with connectors at the top. The drain holes will be in a wrong position and the downtilt will no longer operate. Specific antennas should be requested for installation with connectors at the top. The strength of the mounting location and its anchoring (pipe …) must be checked by a competent structural engineer. Keep in mind all safety rules during installation. Do not stand in front of a working antenna and refer to the operator of the site for the safe working distance from live antennas. Avoid prolonged exposure to high levels of E-M radiation; refer to nationally agreed safety limits for exposure. Do not rely on antennas as climbing aids. Dispose in an environmentally friendly manner.

4.2. - Unpacking and checks Check that the delivery packaging is not damaged. Open the box, unpack the antenna system, lay all components on a clean and protected area. If optional hardware is to be used, do the same with its packaging. Check carefully that everything has been taken out before discarding the packaging. Ensure that all installation hardware has been received. Use parts lists provided here as follows for this clarification. Ensure that the antenna has not been damaged in transit; inspect its shroud and connectors. The antenna is delivered with protective caps on all the connectors. Do not remove these caps until the antenna is ready to connect the fitting cables, once antenna has been positioned and fixed. Look at the label at the back of the antenna to check that it is the correct type that is intended to be installed. Note the serial number written on this label for future records. The high IMP performance of the antenna depends a lot on the cleanliness of the coaxial connectors. If any requires cleaning then this must be done with a good contact cleaner which does not leave traces of oil or grease. If necessary wipe with clean and soft material, free from grease and loose strands of fibre.

4.3 - Antenna installation At any step of installation, the torque settings are: 20 Nm for M8 30 Nm for M10 We recommend setting the electrical tilt to the maximum before handling the antenna so the electrical tilt indicator at the bottom of the antenna will be protected. Assemble one clamp of each pole bracket to the antenna mounting points, by the M8 screws. Attach a hauling rope to the antenna at the top clamp level and hoist it into required position. Take extreme care not to damage the antenna connectors when handling onto the support structure. Position the antenna, fit the remaining clamps and bolt loosely. Swivel the antenna so that it points roughly in the desired direction. Lift and fit a pointing device into position. Point the antenna to the specified pointing direction. Tighten the M10 nuts evenly and in small steps to lock the antenna into position. Do not over tighten. Use second nut on each bolt to lock tight and secure. Make sure that the mounting brackets assemblies are pointing in the same direction to minimise stress on the antenna. This can be confirmed if the hinge bracket screws are loosened a little, the panel should move gently and freely to its position without any stress. The pointing device and the hauling rope can now be removed.


Connection: Important: The antenna positioning should be completed before connecting cables. Fit the jumper cables to the antenna connectors. The "+" and the "-" coaxial ports are interchangeable unless otherwise specified by the operator's requirements. The connection to the antenna should ensure that there is no undue stress on the antenna or its connectors. Connection shall be in accordance with operator's standard specifications. Form the cables into a pre formed "swan neck" and comply with the minimum bending radius specified by the cable manufacturer. Clamp and strap the cables to the support structure. Avoid any direct contact of the cable to the antenna surface. Electrical tilt adjustment: Set the electrical tilt according to the operator guidelines for this installation. The electrical tilt on the antenna is changed by turning the adjustment screw with a 10 mm spanner. Turn clockwise to increase the tilt on the antenna.

The tilt indicator has colour coded spaces. When the limit between two colours is aligned with the bottom plate, the electrical tilt is set to the value indicated just below the plate. The colour markings ensure that it is easy to check that the correct tilt level is set when viewing from a distance. Check and record the antenna return loss on each port and the isolation between ports, if relevant. Waterproof the coaxial connectors. We recommend the use of dedicated devices containing gel material rather than using tape or mastic. Care must be taken when choosing such a device that it fits to the length of the hexagonal nut of the 7/16 connectors on the jumpers. Give a final inspection of the installation and document the antenna installation with antenna type number and serial number, pointing direction, mechanical tilt, measured return loss.

4.4 - Maintenance The antenna system should be inspected annually. Particular attention must be given to mounting hardware, nuts and bolts, connector waterproofing. Replace as necessary. During this inspection, clearance of the breather holes must be checked and the antenna shroud should be cleaned with a soft detergent. A return loss measurement of the whole antenna system should be carried out and compared to the previous record. Antenna repairs are not possible without major de-commissioning of the antenna. Any antenna considered faulty should be returned to us for assessment, repair and refurbishment as necessary.

Adjustment screw (10 mm spanner)

Indicator shows that tilt is set to 8.8 degree

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