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4.4 Waveguide and Antenna Alignment Tests

4.4.1 Waveguide Sweeping

4.4.1.1 Procedure for Return Loss Measurement

Sweeper Network Analyzer Antenna

Waveguide
Detector Adapter
Divider Detector

Waveguide
Directional
Coupler Waveguide
Transducer

Figure 4-10 - Return Loss Measurement

1. Connect the test equipment to the Waveguide as shown in Figure
4-10.
(a) The output of the sweep generator connects to the
input of the divider.
(b) One output of the divider connects to the directional
coupler and the other port of the divider connects via
a detector to the network analyzer reference input.
(c) The output (forward) connection of the directional
coupler connects to the waveguide adapter
(d) The reflected port of the coupler connects via a
detector to the input of the network analyzer.
2. Calibrate the network analyzer (cal menu) using the waveguide
short.
3. Configure the network analyzer for a sweep range of the allocated
radio frequency band.
4. Attach the waveguide transition to the waveguide adapter and read
the reflected power directly from the display on the network analyzer.
The waveguide transition must be tuned to achieve a basically flat
response (as close as possible to flat), of less than –20 dBm
(theoretical value is –20 to –40 dBm). Refer to Table 4.1 for
theoretical return loss calculation data.

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NOTE: When sweeping waveguide on the drum, a sliding load must be inserted
into the open end of the waveguide to form a temporary termination
(simulation of the antenna).
Table 4.1 - Theoretical return loss calculation data
Reflection
Return Loss(dB) VSWR
Coefficient (%)
14.0 19.95 1.50
15.0 17.78 1.43
16.0 15.85 1.38
17.0 14.13 1.33
18.0 12.59 1.29
19.0 11.22 1.25
20.0 10.00 1.222
21.0 8.93 1.196
22.0 7.943 1.173
23.0 7.079 1.152
24.0 6.310 1.135
25.0 5.563 1.119
26.0 5.012 1.106
27.0 4.467 1.094
28.0 3.981 1.083
29.0 3.548 1.074
30.0 3.162 1.065
35.0 1.778 1.036
40.0 1.000 1.020
45.0 .05623 1.011

Conversion Formulas
Return Loss: RL = −20log(ïΓï)
Reflection Coefficient: ïΓï = (VSWR − 1) ⁄ (VSWR + 1)
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio: VSWR = (1+ïΓï) ⁄ (1−ïΓï)

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4.4.2 Antenna Alignment

1. Align the antenna in both planes according to the site drawings

(elevation angle will have to be calculated from the height above sea
level). If site data is not available, adjust the antenna for 0 elevation.
2. Pan the antenna in the horizontal plane and have a second party to
check the RX or AGC voltage (using a spectrum analyzer) for the
distant site’s signature. When the signature is detected, pan the
antenna through the peak signal level and locate the first minima to
the left and right of the peak.
Note the number of turns of the adjusting screw between the
minima, actual peak signal is EXACTLY half way between the two
minima.
3. Pan the antenna in the vertical plane in the same manner as above,
when complete lock the antenna panning bars and secure.

4.4.2.1 AGC Current Monitoring

AGC current of Main 1 channel (W1 CH) Main/SD receiver can be
monitored through the connector CN34 of SCSU for antenna alignment
and future troubleshooting.
Table 4.2 - AGC Current Monitoring Terminal
37 19 CN34 of SCSU for HK1
Pin No. Name Function
9 SDA SG Signal Ground for Monitor
8 SD AGC SD AGC monitor (W1)
7 AGC SG Signal Ground for Monitor
6 AGC MON AGC monitor (W1)

20
1

CN34 of SCSU accommodates housekeeping (external)

supervisory/control terminals in addition to AGC monitoring.

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4.4.2.2 Antenna XPIC Optimization

1. Connect a spectrum analyzer to the Horizontal waveguide, look for
the signature of the distant site, the level should be at least 30 dB
below the received signal level of the Vertical polarization. Typically,
the receive level will be –35 dBm therefore the cross polar receive
level should be –65 dB or less.
2. Rotate the feed point on the antenna ( both at the local and remote
sites ) to achieve maximum cross polar discrimination, the preferred
level is > 35 dB (antenna specification for HPX10-44D is > 30 dB).
3. Lock the feed mounting hub after achieving maximum cross polar
discrimination.

4.4.3 Waveguide Pressurization and Alarms

The Dry Line Dehydrators and Line Monitors are part of the SRT 1F
installation. Refer to the operators handbook for Installation, Acceptance
and Turn-Up procedures.

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4.5 SRT 1F In-Station Performance Tests

This chapter provides instructions for In Station Testing of the SRT 1F
radio equipment.

4.5.1 Hardware Settings

4.5.1.1 Default Values

This section describes each hardware setting for the SRT 1F radio.
These hardware settings are used only for Siemens factory
option.These hardware settings should not be touched unless otherwise
specified.

Note: Report any problems to the installation group.

4.5.2 Provisioning (Software Settings)

4.5.2.1 Default Values

These provisioning items allow the user to make permanent changes in
the NE.
Do not change these provisioning settings unless otherwise specified.

Note: Report any problems to the installation group.

Caution:

Default values displayed on LCT screens are initial setting values for
hardware/software design,
design, but not for your system setting.

If you select Default values on a LCT screen accidentally, the system

might not function properly.

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