7-TR Tripod Positioner - ETS
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1. 43 1 in e The boom is attached to the carrier and is locked into position with a hand knob clamp Standard mount knobs are included with the boom to attach antennas securely to the boom e Three horizontal legs extend from the base to support the mast and maximize stability Each leg has a caster with height adjustment for leveling the mast on uneven surfaces For convenient storage the legs can be folded upward and the top section of the mast removed 10 Introduction www ets lindgren com Boom Options A variety of booms for the 7 TR are available depending on your antenna model s and polarization requirements For additional information see Replacement and Optional Parts on page 18 Straight 109042 For general antenna mounting on a 7 TR Offset 108983 For general antenna mounting ona 7 TR with pneumatic or manual polarization Can also be used to mount stinger type antennas Stinger Only 118947 For stinger mount antennas only Centerline Rotation 108507 For Model 3106 Series antennas only when changing polarization maintains centerline rotation For mounting information see Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna on page 29 Polarization Options The 7 TR is available with no polarization with pneumatic polarization or with manual polarization the following sections describe each option Additionally a kit is available to upgrade an existing 7 TR from no polarization or manual polarization to pneuma2. 5 0 Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna information in the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment CAUTION Before connecting any components or operating the Model 7 TR follow the safety You will need assistance from two team members to mount a Model 3106 Series antenna to the 7 TR You must install the 108507 boom onto the 7 TR before performing these steps For clarity the following illustrations do not show the 7 TR ETS Lindgren may substitute a similar part with the same functionality for another part for example a wingnut for a hex nut The following steps to mount a Model 3106B Double Ridged Waveguide Horn Antenna onto a 108507 boom apply to all Model 3106 Series antennas 1 Remove the two 104136 boom knobs from the underside of the 108507 boom You will re use the knobs in step 7 www ets lindgren com Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna 29 2 Lift the mount adapter up and away from the boom 3 Remove the wingnut to 4 Remove the nuts to O free the 1 4 20 screw free the two screws from the mount adapter from the vertical plate amp You will re use the screw on the mount adapter in step 6 You will re use the il screws in step 6 QL 30 Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna www ets lindgren com 5 On the side of the Model 3106B with the antenna connector remove the two screws from the mount plate Retain these two screws f
3. Model 3106B shown mounted onto 7 TR POL M with optional 108507 centerline rotation boom 20 Maintenance www ets lindgren com Service Procedures For the steps to return a system or system component to ETS Lindgren for service see the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment www ets lindgren com Maintenance 21 This page intentionally left blank 22 Maintenance www ets lindgren com 3 0 Specifications Physical Specifications Weight with pneumatic polarization option Load Capacity 13 6 kg 30 Ibs 26 kg 58 Ibs Electrical Specifications Pneumatic Polarization Option Interface Device 500 mA 300 mA 12 VDC 12 VDC vOPots Ports ST Fiber Optic Input ST Fiber Optic Input www ets lindgren com Specifications 23 This page intentionally left blank 24 Specifications www ets lindgren com 4 0 Assembling the 7 TR Before assembling or connecting any components follow the safety information in the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment Recommended Tools e 15 or 20 cm 6 or 8 in adjustable open end wrench e 2 Phillips screwdriver e 3 Phillips screwdriver e Hex key Assembly Components e Mast assembly with carrier and folded legs e Top mast section Boom antenna mount knob 0 250 20 1 4 20 Boom antenna mount knob 0 875 14 7 8 14 e Boom assembly e Mounting hardware www ets lindgren com Assembling the 7 TR
4. 7 TR ccccsssssecssesseeseenseeesenneeeseenseeseensees 25 Recommended LoolSs sskccck inte inte tae niente 25 Assembly Components nec sttvndetssainnenendencnhenmignaneet aa endaatancesateeceenaigedaedandehs 25 ASSCMDIY Steps scat een Sg aah ee eee ee 26 5 0 Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna cscceeesee 29 6 0 Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit ccccssssseesseesees 35 Assembly GCOMPONEINS sonsir aa En EEEE E AT E 35 Assembly Steps re hren e e eaea ane a E aiak 36 7 0 Operation ciosa a a a 43 General Antenna Mounting Information sseesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeees 43 Adjusting the 7 TR Boom Height cccccssesseceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeesseaeees 44 Adjusting the 7 TR Leg Height ccccccecsssseeeeeeeeeesseeeeeesseeseeeeseeseeeees 45 Using the Pneumatic Polarization Option cccccccccssssssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeens 46 Adjusting Air Polarization Speed cccceeeeeeeceeeeeeaesseseseeeeeeees 46 Using Preumatic PolanZation sive itis daemi rr 47 www ets lindgren com Appendix A Warranty ccccccsssseeeseesseeseesneeseenneeseeenseeseonnees 49 vi www ets lindgren com Notes Cautions and Warnings Note Denotes helpful information intended to provide tips for better use of the product Caution Denotes a hazard Failure to follow instructions could result in minor personal injury and or property damage Included text gives proper pr
5. an antenna into place For additional mount knobs contact ETS Lindgren Customer Service 9 82 cm ae 7 57 cm a 3 87 in 2 98 in d 875 14 THD 250 20 THD 2 21 cm 718 14 THD 1 4 20 THD 87 in Part number Part number 104136 104169 Replacement and Optional Parts ETS Lindgren may substitute a similar part or new part number with the same functionality for another part part number Contact ETS Lindgren for questions about part numbers and ordering parts Part Description Part Number 7 TR Tripod Options 1 7 TR Tripod No Polarization 7 TR 2 7 TR Tripod Pneumatic Polarization 7 TR POL 3 7 TR Tripod Manual Polarization 7 TR POL M 18 Maintenance www ets lindgren com Part Description Part Number Boom Assembly Options 1 Boom Assembly Antenna Mounting Straight Standard 109042 for general antenna mounting on 7 TR Straight boom 109402 2 Boom Assembly Antenna Mounting Offset Standard 108983 for general antenna mounting on 7 TR POL and 7 TR POL M can also be used to mount stinger type antennas Offset boom 108983 3 Boom Stinger Only For stinger mount antennas only 118947 Stinger boom 118947 www ets lindgren com Maintenance 19 Part Description Part Number 4 Boom Assembly Antenna Mounting 3106 For 108507 mounting Model 3106 antennas only 3106 Series boom 108507 gt For mounting information see Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna on page 29
6. cylinder e Air Polarization Interface e Pneumatic Interface Power supply e Air hoses e Mounting hardware www ets lindgren com Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit 35 Assembly Steps Carrier Carrier Eoma collar collar mounting holes mi Cable o Alg guide 1 Remove the boom from the carrier on the 7 TR e Remove the 1 4 20 set screws located in the carrier collars that secure the boom e If the boom has a cable guide remove the cable guide from the end of the boom e Completely remove the boom from the carrier by withdrawing it towards the front of the 7 TR 36 Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit www ets lindgren com 2 Remove the carrier from the mast on the 7 TR e Remove protective cap from top of mast e Unscrew the hand knob clamp e Liftto completely remove the carrier from mast Mast Carrier p E p Insert carrier gs onto top of mast and slide carrier down Tighten hand knob clamp 3 Install the new carrier e Insert the new carrier onto the top of the mast e Slide the carrier down the mast to the desired height e Tighten the hand knob clamp to secure the carrier into place www ets lindgren com Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit 37 Pneumatic polarization components Compression connectors Right angle a bracket Twin air hose Pneumatic Interface Single air hose Air Polarization Interface 4 Install pneumat
7. ets lindgren com Connect provided tubing from Pneumatic Interface to air supply 9 Connect tubing provided from Pneumatic Interface to the air supply 10 Plug one end of the fiber optic cable into the Fiber Optic Input on the Air Polarization Interface 11 Plug the other end of the fiber optic cable into the Model 2090 Multi Device Controller or next generation ETS Lindgren controller if applicable or other controller 12 Install the boom e Orient the boom so the mounting holes are to the front of the 7 TR If the boom has a cable guide orient the cable guide to the rear of the 7 TR e If the boom has a cable guide remove the cable guide from the end of the boom Insert the end of the boom through the front and rear carrier collars leaving five inches of boom on the hand knob clamp side of the carrier e Secure the boom with the 1 4 20 set screws located in the carrier collars 13 If the boom has a cable guide reinstall the cable guide 14 Replace the protective cap removed in step 2 onto the top of the mast www ets lindgren com Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit 41 15 Connect power e Plug the power cable into the Power IN on the Air Polarization Interface e Connect the power supply to the power source gt Prior to mounting an antenna or using the 7 TR see Operation on page 42 42 Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit www ets lindgren com 7 0 Operation CAUTION Before connecting a
8. stem that can be rotated to raise or lower the extension leg To adjust the height 1 Loosen the 1 in plastic hexagonal nut on the top of the stem 2 Rotate the base of the stem just below the leg 3 Repeat for the remaining leg www ets lindgren com Operation 45 Using the Pneumatic Polarization Option ADJUSTING AIR POLARIZATION SPEED Damage to the antenna may occur if the air CAUTION oe l polarization speed is set too high Adjust the flow control valves to prevent damage Flow control valves attached to the air cylinder allow variable speed on polarization cycling Use a small screwdriver to adjust the air flow through the two 90 degree fittings Flow control valves 46 Operation www ets lindgren com USING PNEUMATIC POLARIZATION 1 Turn on the air supply and power 2 Press the Manual Polarization button on the Air Polarization Interface 3 Adjust polarization speed as necessary www ets lindgren com y Air Polarization N Interface Fiber Optic Input Solenoid Connection Power IN Manual Polarization Operation 47 This page intentionally left blank 48 Operation www ets lindgren com Appendix A Warranty gt See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the complete ETS Lindgren warranty for your Model 7 TR DURATION OF WARRANTIES FOR MODEL 7 TR All product warranties except the warranty of title and all remedies for warranty failures are limit
9. 25 Assembly Steps Top mast section Carrier Top mast is removable Carrier stop block at this joint 7 Bottom mast Support lel of 9 strut JIZ 7 Leg shown in folded position a aes 1 Remove the three lock pins that hold the three legs against the mast You will re use the lock pins in the next step 2 Lower the three legs and secure the support struts to the mast with the lock pins 3 Place the base of the Model 7 TR Tripod Positioner on the floor and install the top mast section onto the bottom mast 26 Assembling the 7 TR www ets lindgren com Boom with Carrier Carrier mounting holes collar collar Rear 4 Install the boom e Orient the boom so the mounting holes are to the front of the 7 TR If the boom has a cable guide not shown orient the cable guide to the rear of the 7 TR e If the boom has a cable guide remove the cable guide from the end of the boom e nsert the end of the boom through the front and rear carrier collars leaving five inches of boom on the hand knob clamp side of the carrier Secure the boom with the 1 4 20 set screws located in the carrier collars 5 Ifthe boom has a cable guide reinstall the cable guide gt See Operation on page 42 for information on adjusting boom height leg height and mounting an antenna www ets lindgren com Assembling the 7 TR 27 This page intentionally left blank 28 Assembling the 7 TR www ets lindgren com
10. Model 7 TR Tripod Positioner User Manual Model 3106B shown mounted onto 7 TR POL M with optional 108507 centerline rotation boom WETS LINDGREN An ESCO Technologies Company ETS Lindgren Inc reserves the right to make changes to any product described herein in order to improve function design or for any other reason Nothing contained herein shall constitute ETS Lindgren Inc assuming any liability whatsoever arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit described herein ETS Lindgren Inc does not convey any license under its patent rights or the rights of others Copyright 2000 2014 by ETS Lindgren Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this document may be copied by any means without written permission from ETS Lindgren Inc Trademarks used in this document The ETS Lindgren logo is a registered trademark and BiConiLog is a trademark of ETS Lindgren Inc Revision Record MANUAL 7 TR Part 399260 Rev L Revision Description f Date Initial Release October 2000 March 2002 Edits updates April 2003 July 2003 B C D E Added optional Pneumatic September 2007 Polarization Upgrade Kit information converted to half size format Added Boom Options added January 2009 Model 3106B boom information rebrand Updated part of Pneumatic June 2009 Polarization Upgrade Kit to 112413 Updated Assembly Steps updated September 2010 boom information updated drawings ji www ets lindgre
11. R see page 43 ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin See the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for the following e Warranty information e Safety regulatory and other product marking information e Steps to receive your shipment e Steps to return a component for service e ETS Lindgren calibration service e ETS Lindgren contact information www ets lindgren com Introduction 15 This page intentionally left blank 16 Introduction www ets lindgren com 2 0 Maintenance Before performing any maintenance follow the safety information in the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment Maintenance of the Model 7 TR is limited qr to external components such as cables _ gt or connectors If you have any questions concerning maintenance contact ETS Lindgren Customer Service O Ring Lubricant To prevent excessive wear of the O rings the air cylinder included with the pneumatic polarization option uses an O ring lubricant that can be purchased from a seal or bearing store To purchase O ring lubricant from ETS Lindgren see Replacement and Optional Parts on page 18 for the part number www ets lindgren com Maintenance Boom Antenna Mount Knobs Each boom option for the Model 7 TR Tripod Positioner includes two boom antenna mount knobs The mount knobs can be threaded through the perforated boom and into the antenna mount to secure
12. ed to two years Product Warranted Duration of Warranty Period www ets lindgren com Warranty 49
13. ic polarization components e The mast includes mounting holes for the pneumatic polarization components Place components into position as indicated in the previous illustration e Secure components into place with appropriate mounting hardware 38 Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit www ets lindgren com Connect twin air hose from Pneumatic Interface to compression connectors Compression connectors Twin air hose Pneumatic Interface 5 Connect coiled tubing from air cylinder to compression connectors on right angle bracket 6 Connect twin air hose e Plug ends of the twin air hose into the connectors on the side of the Pneumatic Interface e Plug the other ends of the twin air hose into the compression connectors on the right angle bracket e Tighten both sides of the compression connectors www ets lindgren com Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit 39 Pneumatic Interface y Air Polarization N Interface Fiber Optic Input Solenoid Connection Plug single air hose from Air Polarization Interface into connector on bottom of Pneumatic Interface Power IN Manual Polarization Single air hose Air Polarization Interface 7 Plug one end of the single air hose into the Solenoid Connection on the Air Polarization Interface 8 Plug the other end of the single air hose into the connector on the bottom of the Pneumatic Interface 40 Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit www
14. ir Input gt The 1 4 in air hoses are UV stabilized with a 1 8 in National Pipe Thread NPT fitting The customer may supply a metric fitting for a 4 mm tube Air Polarization Interface Mounts to the rear of the 7 TR mast The Air Polarization Interface requires 120 VAC 230 VAC is optional and approximately a 0 28 cubic meters minute 1 CFM air supply at 6 bars 90 PSI e Pneumatic Interface Mounts to the rear of the 7 TR mast above the Air Polarization Interface e Fiber optic cable Using a controller such as the Model 2090 Multi Device Controller or next generation ETS Lindgren controller if applicable enables horizontal and vertical boom rotation An air supply of 0 28 cubic meters per minute 1 CFM at 6 bars 90 PSI is required for the pneumatic polarization option It is important to have clean dry air the use of a 40 micron filter in close proximity to the tripod installation is recommended not included For information on assembling a 7 TR see page 25 For information on using the 7 TR see page 48 For information on using the polarization option see page 46 14 Introduction www ets lindgren com 7 TR WITH MANUAL POLARIZATION gt Specify the type of boom required when ordering a 7 TR with manual or pneumatic polarization a boom is not included For a list of available booms see Boom Options on page 11 For information on assembling a 7 TR see page 25 For information on using the 7 T
15. n com Revision Description pae Updated boom options June 2013 K Updated Replacement and Optional July 2013 Parts with 108507 boom information added Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna Updated boom options for manual July 2014 and pneumatic models www ets lindgren com This page intentionally left blank IV www ets lindgren com Table of Contents Notes Cautions and Warning S ccccsssseeeesseseseeeeeeeenneees vii 1 0 IRTOGUCHIOIN snaa Rear 9 BOOM ODUONS sssazencecseca sca sce mescacacecetaen cat NA 11 POlaniZallOn Opuon Seco seus needs E sel caacbeeecende 11 7 TR with No Polarization ccccccecccceseecceseeceeseeceeseecseseesseseecsanees 12 7 TR with Pneumatic Polarization ccccsescecseeeeceeeeeeneeeesseeeesaeees 13 7 TR with Manual Polarization cccccccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeaeeeeesaeees 15 ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin ccccccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 15 2 0 Maintenant esisi a a 17 O Ring LUDNCAN naa a A A NE 17 Boom Antenna Mount Knobs visi ccsccssicesvedas is sscecieapidaannavaceriguee in gees 18 Replacement and Optional Parts ccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaas 18 Service PIOCCOURSS aii aeifnce a jeatiicstoiew ek Leas A hee eee es 21 30 SPECI CAIOINS aianei eoa aaa 23 PMY SICAl SPECIICALONS sinna a T 23 Electrical Specifications Pneumatic Polarization Option 0eee 23 4 0 Assembling the
16. ny components or operating the Model 7 TR follow the safety information in the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment General Antenna Mounting Information gt If using a Model 7 TR with pneumatic polarization test the air polarization speed prior to mounting an antenna For the steps to adjust air polarization speed see page 46 Heavy loads may require two Heavy loai my recuire two persons when lifting antenna pasom when lifting antenna and boom Tighten clamp knob and boom Tighten damp knot securely before releasing securely befge raewing Weight limit 30 Ibs or 13 7 kg 2 Weight limit 30 Ibs of 13 7 kg ETS Lindgren antennas can be attached to the boom on the Model 7 TR Tripod Positioner using either the 104136 or 104169 boom antenna mount knob The boom includes mounting holes for attaching antennas To reduce stress and deflection attach the antenna as close to the carrier as possible www ets lindgren com Operation 43 Adjusting the 7 TR Boom Height Carrier Hand knob clamp 1 Grasp the hand knob clamp with one hand while supporting the boom with the other 2 Loosen the hand knob clamp and then lower or raise the carrier to the desired height 3 Tighten the hand knob clamp to secure the carrier and boom into place 44 Operation www ets lindgren com Adjusting the 7 TR Leg Height Threaded ii 1 in nut Caster The casters include a threaded
17. ocedures Warning Denotes a hazard Failure to follow instructions could result in SEVERE personal injury and or property damage Included text gives proper procedures gt See the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin for safety regulatory and other product marking information www ets lindgren com vil This page intentionally left blank Vill www ets lindgren com 1 0 Introduction The ETS Lindgren Model 7 TR Tripod Positioner is designed for EMC testing providing increased stability for physically large ultra broadband antennas such as ETS Lindgren BiConiLog antennas The 7 TR boom height can be adjusted up and down from one to two meters 3 3 to 6 6 ft and can support antennas up to 13 6 kg 30 Ib The fiberglass and high strength plastic construction makes it non conductive and non magnetic 7 TR POL M shown without boom gt Specify the type of boom required when ordering a 7 TR with manual or pneumatic polarization a boom is not included For a list of available booms see Boom Options on page 11 www ets lindgren com Introduction _7 Mast Carrier boom not shown P4 Hand knob clamp Top mast is removable at this joint for storage 1398 53 mm 95 1in C Be 4 Carrier stop block Leg shown in folded position 1 Leg pivot Support strut J Height ae adjustment Caster _ i 1095 25 mm
18. or future use if you remove the Model 3106B from the 7 TR you will need to replace these screws to provide support for the inner ridge of the antenna gt www ets lindgren com Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna 31 6 Attach mount adapter to the Model 3106B e Using the two screws removed in step 4 insert the screws through the lip on the vertical part of the mount adapter and into the two holes on the antenna Tighten to secure e Using the screw removed in step 3 insert the screw through the horizontal part of the mount adapter and into the mount block on the antenna Tighten to secure 32 Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna www ets lindgren com 7 Attach the mounted assembly to the boom Use the two 104136 knobs removed in step 1 to attach the antenna and mount adapter assembly to the boom Tighten to secure www ets lindgren com Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna 33 This page intentionally left blank 34 Mounting a Model 3106 Series Antenna www ets lindgren com 6 0 Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit Before assembling or connecting any CAUTION components follow the safety information in the ETS Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment Assembly Components The Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit for the Model 7 TR Tripod Positioner upgrades a 7 TR with no polarization or manual polarization to pneumatic polarization The kit includes these major components e Carrier e Air
19. tic polarization See Pneumatic Polarization Upgrade Kit on page 35 for more information www ets lindgren com Introduction 11 7 TR WITH No POLARIZATION The 7 TR with no polarization option includes a standard boom assembly 109042 for general antenna mounting For information on assembling a 7 TR see page 25 For information on using the 7 TR see page 43 12 Introduction www ets lindgren com 7 TR WITH PNEUMATIC POLARIZATION gt Specify the type of boom required when ordering a 7 TR with manual or pneumatic polarization a boom is not included For a list of available booms see Boom Options on page 11 The 7 TR with pneumatic polarization enables remote rotation of an antenna between horizontal and vertical positions while maintaining a constant rotational axis for the centerline of the antenna A coax cable guide at one end minimizes stress on cables during use www ets lindgren com 7 TR Tripod Positioner with Pneumatic Polarization Option shown without boom installed Introduction 13 The pneumatic polarization option consists of the following components e Air cylinder Attaches to the carrier The air cylinder is made of non conductive material and is connected by 6 3 mm 1 4 in tubing to the Air Polarization Interface mounted to the base of the 7 TR The air cylinder will polarize antennas up to 13 6 kg 30 Ib e Twin air hose Connects to Air Output e Air hose Connects to A
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