Functional Area 3: ProPortableModule 3.5 ProPortable Safety and Maintenance

ProPortable Safety» Make sure you have cordoned off the area surrounding the

terminal.» Care must be taken when handling the antenna to prevent damage

to the unprotected TRIA, modem, semi-rigid cables, and wire bundle.

» Keep all connector covers on the units until ready to install. This will keep units clean from foreign debris.

ProPortable Safety (Cont…)» Care must be taken to prevent the cables from being crushed or

bent when installing the Antenna onto its mounting position.» Care must be taken when handling the antenna to prevent damage

to the parabolic reflector, feed, flexible cables, or any other antenna components.

» Before applying power, clear the area around the antenna.» Before connecting the interface cables to either the modem or the

antenna, make sure the modem power is off. DC power is present on the RX and TX IFL cables when power is on.

ProPortable Check-In/Check-Out» Check-In/Check-Out Process

› Check the transit case › Remove and inspect the Tripod› Remove and inspect the Azimuth/Elevation Assembly› Remove and inspect the Edge and Center Reflectors

ProPortable Check-In/Check-Out cont…

» Check-In/Check-Out Process(Cont…)› Remove and inspect the TRIA› Remove and inspect the Modem’s Power Brick› Remove and inspect the contents of the Accessory Bag

ProPortable Check-In/Check-Out cont…

» Check-In/Check-Out Process (Cont…)› Remove and inspect the laminated “Quick Setup Guide”› Setup the terminal and verify operations› Repack

ProPortable Daily Maintenance» Daily

› Check the antenna exterior for dirt/debris buildup› Ensure all levers and knobs are secure› Ensure cables are hand tight and fully seated› Inspect all electrical connections› Check all wiring and coaxial cables› Perform a Site Survey

ProPortable Monthly Maintenance» Monthly

› Check the hardware securing the antenna to the ground› Check the hardware securing the modem› Check all Coarse Adjustment levers and knobs› Check for dirt penetration and signs of moisture

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» Monthly (Cont…)› Check that the antenna heatsinks› Inspect all electrical connections› Check all wiring and coaxial cables› Perform a Site Survey› Fine-tune the Azimuth and Elevation

ProPortable Quarterly Maintenance» Quarterly

› Perform a complete assembly› Check all Coarse Adjustment levers and knobs› Check for dirt penetration and signs of moisture› Check that the antenna heatsinks Inspect all electrical connections› Check all wiring and coaxial cables

Terminal Components» Questions?

Terminal Components» What needs to be confirmed before connecting the TRIA and Modem?

› Verify that the modem power is off.