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Feed Installation Instructions2 ft Antennas (with M-Mount)SB, SBX (RFS CompactLine® )

SP, SPF, SPX, SD, SDX, SU, SUX (RFS SlimLine® )

PAL, DA, DAX, UA, UDA, UXA (Microwave) NMT 394-01(e)

1. Feed installation

The feed is a precision component which should be handled with special care during installation.For instance, always carry the feed, supporting casting plate side. Any damage may degrade theantenna’s performance. Repair of feeds is not possible in the field.

* SB feed systemrepresented

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1.1 Polarization Choice

- Single polarization (SB)

- Dual polarization (SBX)

- Unscrew the 4 screws M3.- Carefully rotate the feed 90°.- Replace the 4 screws M3 with the

washers W3.- Tighten

Vertical(Factory configuration) Horizontal

Antenna TOP

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- Single polarization (PAL, SP, SPF, SD, SU, DA, UA)

- Dual polarization (SPX, SDX, SUX, DAX, UDA, UXA,)

Offset left (Standard) Offset right

Antenna TOP

Vertical Polarization(Factory configuration) Horizontal Polarization

Antenna TOP

- Unscrew the 4 screws M5.- Carefully rotate the feed 90°.- Replace the 4 screws M5 with the

washers W5.- Tighten

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1.2 Polarization adjustment

2. Final Check

- Loosen 4 screws M5 and adjust polarization

When the installation of the antenna has been completed, it is necessary to makesure that the installation instructions have been followed in all aspects. It isespecially important to check that all bolted joints are torque tightly locked.