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Vislink AFD120 X - User Manual

Vislink AFD120 X
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TECHNICAL OPERATION HANDBOOK
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ADVENT COMMUNICATIONS
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Advent Communications is a brand name of Vislink International
ADVENT FLYDRIVE 120-150 ANTENNA
Document No. 209293 Rev. A
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Summary

Amendment Record Sheet

EC Declaration of Conformity

Warnings and Hazards

Hazardous Warning Labels

Highlights labels for hazardous AC voltages present on the equipment.

Non-ionising Radiation Hazard

Identifies potential radiation hazard at waveguide connections and antennas.

Caution - Heavy Items

Advises caution when moving items exceeding 25kg; requires assistance.

Caution - Moving Parts

Warns against touching moving parts during antenna operation.

AC;DC Power Supply Safety

Warns of hazardous voltages and capacitor discharge during testing.

Additional Safety Information

Microwave Beam Safety

Illustrates microwave energy containment and power density limits.

Stowage Warning

Ensures antenna is stowed when vehicle is in motion to prevent damage.

Antenna System Overview

System Introduction

Details system capabilities, satellite bands, flyaway/roof rack use, and packaging.

Technical Specifications

RF Specifications

Covers type, diameter, configuration, mount, frequency, and gain (dBi).

VSWR, Isolation & Flanges

Details VSWR ratios, port isolation, and waveguide flange types.

Feed and Power Specs

Specifies feed type, optional ports, and RF power output.

Drive Control Unit Specs

Details antenna limits, display resolution, power, and consumption.

Mechanical Specifications

Covers azimuth, elevation, polarization adjustments, speeds, dimensions, and weight.

Environmental Specifications

Details operational parameters for temperature, humidity, wind, and vibration.

Operating Procedures

Flyaway Antenna Assembly

Step-by-step guide for assembling the antenna in flyaway configuration.

Flyaway Assembly Steps

Completes flyaway assembly steps, including polarization and segment fitting.

Roof Rack Mount Configuration

Instructions for mounting the antenna onto a vehicle's roof rack.

Roof Rack Assembly Steps

Details HPA mounting, waveguide connection, and roof rack foot removal.

Manual Operation

Guidance on manually moving antenna axes when control circuits fail.

Antenna Stowage Configurations

Describes two stowage configurations: sub 32kg for air travel and quick deployment.

Offset Satellite Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the feedhorn for polarization modification.

Drive Control Unit Operation

Details the DCU5000 for motorised control, stow/deploy sequencing, and stow positions.

Flydrive Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Emphasizes disconnecting power before performing any maintenance.

Component Checks

Covers inspection of dish, gears, drives, cables, feedhorn window, and waveguide.

Torque Settings & Radiation Check

Provides torque settings for screws/bolts and outlines radiation check procedure.

Assembly Images

Warranty and Returns

Warranty Terms & Claims

Covers warranty period, limitations, exclusions, and claims for damage/service.

Return & Packaging Procedures

Details procedures for returning products, packaging, and evaluation authorization.

Authorization for Evaluation

Covers customer and shipping agency responsibility for returned product condition.

Figures and Diagrams

Flydrive 120 Configurations

Illustrates Flydrive 120 standard and roof rack configurations with dimensions.

Flydrive 150 Configurations

Shows Flydrive 150 flyaway and roof rack configurations with dimensions.

Stowage and Geometry Figures

Depicts Flydrive 150 stowed antenna and satellite geometry diagrams.

Vislink AFD120 X Specifications

General IconGeneral
Gain12 dBi
Wind Survival200 km/h
Connector TypeN-Type Female
VSWR< 1.5:1
Impedance50 Ω