Kipp&Zonen 2AP Sun Tracker User Manual
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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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Figure 4.7: 2AP Bottom Flange Dimensions.
When the 2AP is set up as a Suntracker the "E" label on the shaft and arrow on the bottom flange of
the 2AP must be facing geographical East. Preliminary orientation will do at this stage of the Setup.
How to fine-tune the Azimuth orientation of the 2AP will be explained later on, in the Sighting
Adjustment Procedure.
Tip:
For now, when installed as a Suntracker an initial Azimuth orientation due East with the
help of a compass will do. In the Home Position the 2AP Zenith axis is perpendicular to
the "E" label on the Azimuth shaft. So with the "E" label pointing due east, the Zenith axis
is pointing North-South.
Note: When the 2AP is used as Positioner only the 2AP does not necessarily need to be
mounted facing the East. See section 4.7 of this manual for full information about the
different mounting and configuration possibilities for the Positioner purpose.