Research Concepts RC2500 User Manual

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RC2500 Antenna Controller

Chapter 3

Installation/Setup

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3.5

Installation and Setup Checklist

This section gives a summary of the installation and configuration procedure outlined in this chapter. The

summary is presented in the form of a checklist.

1. Before power is applied, verify that the line voltage is correct. Check the line voltage level displayed

in the window of the power entry module.

2. Make sure that the memory has been cleared. Familiarize yourself with the menu system.

3. Make the required electrical connections. A shielded cable must be used for the position sensors

and the shield must be connected at the back of the controller and not at the antenna. Make sure

connections to the A.I.U. are correct. Shielded cable is also recommended for this connection.

4. Determine the feed arrangement and set the Polarization Equipment code.

5. Change the sensor directions for Az, El, and/or POL if the geometry of the installation requires it.

6. Verify that fast and slow speeds are adequate.

7. Locate and peak up on a Satellite, verify its identity and longitude from a current satellite guide.

Make sure that the polarization axis is peaked as well.

8. Using the ANTENNA.EXE program, determine the azimuth and elevation angles to the satellite from

your location. Use these angles to determine the azimuth and elevation offset angles to enter in to

CONFIG mode. Set the appropriate polarization offset.

9. Go to SETUP mode and program in two satellites of interest using ANTENNA.EXE and the display of

the RC2500 to find them.

10. Determine the dynamic coast, thresholds, and deadbands for the antenna system.

11. Program in the remainder of the Satellites of interest using ANTENNA.EXE and the display of the

RC2500 to find them

12. Enable simultaneous azimuth and elevation movement in AUTO mode if the equipment in the A.I.U.

will support it. Verify Auto moves between satellites stored in memory