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ATT-002-290-210
Antenna Azimuth, Tilting, and Plumb Standard
Abstract:
This document describes the accuracy tolerance criteria for antenna alignment (azimuth), tilting, and plumb
during installation or adjustment.

Audience:
Center(s): System(s): Region(s):

Effective Date: This document does not apply to antenna installations that are in
process on or before the publication date. Document compliance will
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Published : Issue 14, 09/09/19

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Table Of Contents
General
Reason For Current Issue
1. About This Document 1
1.1. Purpose 1
1.2. Audience 1
1.3. Related Documentation 2
2. Introduction 2
2.1. Antenna Azimuth, Plumb and Tilt Report Submission 2
3. Antenna Plumb (Roll) 2
4. Antenna Azimuth (heading, horizontal, left and right) 3
4.1. GPS Based Alignment Method 3
4.2. Compass Based Alignment Method 3
5. Antenna Mechanical Downtilts (elevation, up and down) 4
5.1. Sunsight Mechanical Downtilt Measurement Examples 4
5.2. 3Z Telecom Mechanical Downtilt Measurement Examples 6
5.3. Multiwave Sensors Mechanical Downtilt Measurement Example 7
6. Antenna Mounting Height Verification 8
7. Acknowledgements 9
8. Contact List 9
9. Acronyms 10
9.1. Document Specific Acronyms 10
9.2. Acronyms Dictionary 10
Revision Log 10
A. Appendix - Compass Based Measurement Method 13
A.A. Magnetic Declination Overview 13
A.B. Alternative Azimuth Measurement Technique for Water Tanks 16
A.C. Alternative Azimuth Measurement Technique for Building Rooftops 18
B. GPS Based Measurement Tool 18
B.A. Sunsight AAT 20
B.A.A. Sunsight AAT-30, AAT-15, and MW15 23
B.B. 3Z RF Aligner 34
B.C. 3Z RF Vision 42
B.D. Multiwave Sensors - Smart Aligner System 44

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General

All Methods and Procedures in this document adhere to AT&T’s competition policy which includes compliance with
the section 272 (e)(1) parity service requirements with respect to exchange and exchange access services, and
employees are reminded to consult with Legal regarding any section 272(e)(1) issues or questions. Section 272(e)
(1): A Telco shall fulfill any requests from an unaffiliated entity for telephone exchange service and exchange
access within a period no longer than the period in which it provides such telephone exchange service and
exchange access to itself or to its affiliates.

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1. About This Document

This document describes accuracy tolerance criteria for antenna alignment (azimuth), mechanical tilt, and antenna
plumb during antenna installation or pointing angle changes. Excessive error between the designed and actual
antenna installation results in degraded network performance.

1.1. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide the accuracy tolerance criteria for antenna alignment (azimuth), tilting
and plumb during antenna installation or adjustment and to identify the measurement tools and methods that will
render the measurements.

1.2. Audience
The audience for this document is AT&T and contractor personnel as well as AT&T site antenna installers.

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1.3. Related Documentation

[1] Antenna Guidelines, ATT-002-290-106

[2] Antenna RET Guidelines, ATT-002-290-125

[3] Third Party Audit - Civil Construction Checklist, ATT-002-290-502

2. Introduction
Antenna azimuth (orientation), mechanical tilt, and plumb are key parameters of an quality antenna installation.
Azimuth and mechanical tilt are specified by the RF engineer in the RFDS to maximize coverage, performance, and
capacity. Excessive error between the designed and actual antenna installation may result in degraded network
performance.

2.1. Antenna Azimuth, Plumb and Tilt Report Submission

The antenna installation company installing the antenna to the orientation and mechanical tilt specifications provi-
ded by the market RF engineer via the RFDS shall provide an electronic report to the market project manager
showing the antenna was installed to meet the orientation and downtilt specifications. This report shall include an
electronic picture file of what the antenna is aiming at from behind the antenna at the specified orientation with
timestamp, date, orientation. IF there is ANY physical objects in front of the antenna, the installation contractor
SHALL IMMEDIATELY call the market RF Engineer and send the electronic picture file to the market RF engineer
for review and determination if the orientation shall be changed to avoid aiming the antenna at these physical
objects. Examples of physical objects in front of the antennas that can affect the RF pattern include an other anten-
nas, radios, physical walls, Unistrut, HVAC units, surge suppressor boxes.

3. Antenna Plumb (Roll)

All cross-polarization and vertical polarization antennas should be mounted exactly vertical (plumb) to minimize any
possible antenna pattern blooming. Typically a digital inclinometer or digital level or antenna alignment tool (AAT) is
used to plumb (roll) of the antenna. Antenna mounts should be checked for tightness.

NOTE:

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A maximum plumb tolerance of ± 1o is allowed for all antennas.

4. Antenna Azimuth (heading, horizontal, left and right)

Cell site coverage, capacity, and performance can be significantly altered by adjusting the antenna azimuth setting.
It is a very effective way of meeting the needs for coverage, capacity, or interference reduction. Additional setup
information can be found in the Appendix.

NOTE:
A maximum aiming accuracy of ± 3o is allowed for all panel (directional) antennas

4.1. GPS Based Alignment Method

Proper use of GPS based methods for orienting antennas, which utilizes differential GPS technology and special-
ized mounting fixtures, is the recommended method for obtaining antenna azimuth measurements. Appropriate
measurement training is required prior to using or making measurements with GPS based measurement equip-
ment. Ensure vendor provided specific proper mounting brackets are used for specific antennas being aligned.

NOTE:
Any method using a handheld GPS is not considered adequately accurate and therefore not endorsed for
aligning antennas.

4.2. Compass Based Alignment Method

A good quality survey (sighting) compass may be used such as a Suunto KB-14 model to determine the antenna
azimuth if the GPS tool method is not practical due to limited viewing access to GPS satellites. A sighting compass
is preferred because it allows you to sight the objects in the distance while observing the compass in a mirror. On
the earth's surface, a compass points to the magnetic North Pole rather than the geographic North Pole. The
angular difference between these two directions is called magnetic declination. Declination must be determined and
set in the compass for True Bearing reading.

NOTE:
The reading from a compass can be inaccurate if used near any sources of magnetic field interference (i.e.,
a large metal structure, power lines or electric motors).

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NOTE:
Under NO circumstance are compasses to be used directly on tower structures due to interference from
structural steel.

NOTE:
Compasses are not allowed to be used on rooftops for final verification of an azimuth setting.

5. Antenna Mechanical Downtilts (elevation, up and down)

Cell site coverage can be altered significantly by adjusting the angle at which the antenna is directed in a downward
direction (downtilt). It is a very effective way of meeting the needs for coverage, capacity, or interference reduction.
The downtilt of the antenna can be accomplished either electrically [2] or mechanically. Electrical tilting is more
popular due to the tilting effect is almost the same in all azimuth directions (the full tilting effect only occurs in one
direction (main or boreside). However, limited tilting range is implemented in RET and combined electrical tilting and
mechanical tiling may be needed in some applications.

Antennas vertical beamwidth (VBW) depends upon the antenna size, gain and operating frequency. A high frequen-
cy band antenna typically has a narrower VBW and will be more sensitive to antenna downtilting inaccuracy. Exces-
sive error between the designed and actual antenna installation may result in degraded network performance.

NOTE:
A maximum downtilt accuracy of ± 1.0o is allowed for all panel (directional) antennas. Please note that omni
antennas radiate a 360o horizontal pattern and should not be tilted.

All mechanical downtilts are measured by using a digital level or angle protractor or some GPS based antenna
alignment tool (AAT) on the antenna. The digital level or angle protractor is placed on the back of the antenna in
order to determine the actual mechanical downtilt. If the GPS based antenna alignment tool is used, manufacturer's
instructions for proper mounting of the AAT and making measurements must be followed. If there is a difference
between the actual and the location of the pin for the downtilt on the bracket, the mounting pipe is probably not
plumb and level. In this instance, the mounting pipe should be plumbed and the antenna downtilt rechecked for
correctness.

5.1. Sunsight Mechanical Downtilt Measurement Examples

Figure 1: Sunsight Mechanical downtilt measurement

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Figure 2: Sunsight mechanical downtilt measurement 2

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Sunsight AAT also has the functionality to create a report with the pictures to the screen captures that have all the
alignment data embedded in the picture. Note that full site reports with all pictures (before and after) are also availa-
ble. Read the operation instructions and contact Sunsight for further details.

5.2. 3Z Telecom Mechanical Downtilt Measurement Examples

Figure 3: 3Z RF Aligner device downtilt screen

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Figure 4: 3Z Vision downtilt screen

These downtilt measurement appear on the back of the device screen and in the generated report. Read the
operating instructions or contact 3Z Telecom for further details regarding measurement report.

5.3. Multiwave Sensors Mechanical Downtilt Measurement Example

Figure 5: Multiwave downtilt measurement screen display and App screen

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Multiwave has available the Smart Aligner application available for use on the Apple and Android phones for
download on the respective app store. Read the Multiwave AAT operating instructions and/or contact Multiwave for
further details regarding the Application usage.

6. Antenna Mounting Height Verification

Antenna height measurements for regulatory compliance reporting (rad center, tip height, antenna replacement)
must be performed using a tape drop or a licensed surveyor, only. Laser measurement devices cannot be
used for compliance reporting measurements. This includes height measuring devices mounted on or integral with

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antenna alignment tools (AATs). Laser measurement devices can be used to check antenna height positioned on
the ground via a tripod. If laser measure devices indicate that the antenna height is incorrect, this must be verified
using a tape drop or a licensed surveyor. Laser measurements, only, cannot be used as the basis for a defect.

7. Acknowledgements

• CTO: Patrick Ward, Shane Morrison

• National RAN: Robert Clark, Julius Fodje, Steve King

• Market RANs: Roger Tyson (Carolina), Rachid Grib (Northern California), Mike Katra (Philly), David Hunt
(Philly), Tracy Andre (Louisiana), Henry Oshiro (Hawaii), Vamshee Gunturu (Arizona), Roger Galvin
(SFL).

8. Contact List

Name ATTUID Phone # Department / Responsibility

Tanvi Alam ia766a 404-499-6857 NP&E National RAN

Ming Ho mh8532 404-499-5582 NP&E National RAN

Effendi Jubilee ej9883 410-712-7801 NP&E National RAN

Ralph Natale rn9941 425-580-7209 C&E National M&P

Michael Scott ms741j 425-314-8801 C&E National M&P

Randy West rw8636 425-580-6020 C&E National M&P

Scott Whitney sw1707 404-375-0126 C&E National M&P

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9. Acronyms

9.1. Document Specific Acronyms

AAT Antenna Alignment Tool

HBW Horizontal Beamwidth

IGRF International Geomagnetic Reference Field

MB Magnetic Bearing

MD Magnetic Declination

NGDC National Geographical Data Center

RET Remote Electrical Tilt

RFDS RF Data Sheet

VBW Vertical Beamwidth

9.2. Acronyms Dictionary

Refer to ATT-000-000-020, Acronyms Dictionary.

Revision Log

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14 09/09/19 requirement to include sw1707

picture taken by align-
ment tool from behind
antenna in report and
notify RF engineer if
anything in front of
antenna

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13 07/29/19 updates for Sunsight sw1707

products

12 03/25/17 updated to mention sw1707

longer mounting straps
used with each AAT, and
plumb measurement by
AAT, new 3Z product

11 12/02/16 updated to include sw1707

examples of mechanical
downtilt measurement
using approved AAT
devices

10 05/10/16 Added Sunsight and sw1707

Multiwave Microwave
Antenna Alignment
Mounting Kit, clarified
tape drop usage

9 05/12/15 updated description of sw1707

Multiwave AIR21 mount-
ing bracket

8 11/13/14 Additional Sunsight AAT sw1707

test equipment

7 08/25/14 AIR21 mounting bracket sw1707

for 3Z Telecom align-
ment tool inclusion

6 08/14/14 Specific AIR antenna sw1707

mounting bracket
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tools, definition of True

North vs Magnetic North

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ance from +/- 0.5° to +/-
1.0°.

Change the mechanical

downtilt tolerance from
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Identify and add in the

appropriate measure-
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the above measure-
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template based on
ND-00246 and added
updated antenna setting
and measurement toler-
ances based on new and
current antenna design.

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A. Appendix - Compass Based Measurement Method

A.A. Magnetic Declination Overview

The magnetic declination at any point on the earth is the angle between the local magnetic north --the direction the
north end of a compass needle points -- and true north. In the Continental US, declination is positive West of the
Mississippi River, and negative East of the Mississippi River

Figure 6: US Declination Map.

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To determine local declination adjustments, use the National Geographical Data Center (NGDC) data from the
International Geomagnetic Reference Field (IGRF) model. This on-line calculation tool can be found on the web
at:http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/geomag-web/#declination

NOTE:
A high level of certainty can be achieved by plotting sector azimuth on an aerial photograph and matching
physical reference points along the azimuth lines with compass readings. Be careful to check for "refer-
ence point skewing" where the antenna location has been shifted relative to the ground due to aerial
photography techniques. This will make the use of ground reference points invalid.

A.B. Alternative Azimuth Measurement Technique for Water Tanks

Water tank antenna azimuths can be checked using a team comprised of a tower climber and a ground technician.
The climber, positioned at a given antenna, directs the ground technician to a point in line with the antenna's direc-

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tion of maximum gain as viewed from the top of the antenna. This is best accompanied by the climber creating an
imaginary line from the back center of the antenna, through the front center of the antenna and to a point in the
distance. The ground technician then moves into this imaginary line in order to record the actual azimuth of the
antenna. Using a good quality survey compass, such as the Suunto KB-14, the ground technician then visually
aligns his compass centerline to the centerline of the antenna and measured that point as shown in Figure 4.

Figure 9: Compass optical sighting.

Separate measurements are to be taken for each antenna in the sector. If antenna azimuths are being set, the
ground technician measures the correct location on the ground and the climber turns the antenna to that point. The
ground location is determined by viewing the antenna face (or mounting pipe) and moving into a position that yields
the correct azimuth. This location is marked for the antenna to be turned toward. Each antenna location should
have a mark to be turned to. Care should be taken when tightening the antenna mounting clamp bolts so that the
antenna does not shift, affecting the azimuth. After completing the azimuth measurements with the climber, the
ground technician verifies the azimuth from the ground by taking a number of readings along the same azimuth line
in front of the antenna and/or by having the climber align the ground technician with the line along the back of the
antenna (90o from the direction of maximum gain). The two measurements should agree within tolerance.

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All azimuths - whether recording or setting - must be verified by a second measurement. This is accomplished by a
second reading, from in front of the antenna, further or closer to the antenna, or a second reading from the side
(±90o) of the antenna using the backplane of the antenna. These reading must agree within 2o of each other.

NOTE:
Under NO circumstance are compasses to be used directly on tower structures due to interference from
structural steel.

NOTE:
Compasses are not allowed to be used on rooftops for final verification of azimuth setting.

A.C. Alternative Azimuth Measurement Technique for Building

Rooftops
If the aerial photograph method is used to measure antenna azimuth, orientations are best set using a reliable
source such as Terraserver at:

https://www.terraserver.com/

or using Google Earth at:

https://www.google.com/earth/

Antenna azimuths are plotted from the specific antenna locations for each sector on building roof tops. All aerial
photo plots should be verified with compass measurements when possible. This is accomplished by determining the
bearing of a wall of the structure (by plotting it on the aerial photographer) and verifying that bearing on the ground
with the compass. The azimuth of an antenna can be used if there is a clear area to record the azimuth with a
compass on a sector. Once the azimuth orientation plots are completed, specific objects along the azimuth lines are
identified and the antennas are aligned to these objects using the same method used by aiming the tower anten-
nas.

NOTE:
Under NO circumstance are compasses to be used directly on building rooftops due to potential magnetic
interference from structural steel.

B. GPS Based Measurement Tool

The following GPS based measurement tools have been evaluated and shown to support the required accuracy
criteria described in this document. GPS Measurement tools only generate True North headings. More solutions

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may be added in the future upon successful demonstration. Antenna installers should receive proper measurement
tool training from the measurement tool vendor and use the specified equipment tool vendor provided mounting
brackets for mounting the GPS based measurement tools onto specified antennas. Where applicable, Antenna
Alignment Tool (AAT) mounting brackets designed for specific antennas by the AAT manufacturer shall be used.
Generic or “general use” brackets shall not be used unless it is confirmed by the AAT manufacturer that using the
generic mounting bracket to mount the AAT will provide accurate results. Example: When mounting the Sunsight
AAT on an Ericsson Antenna Integrated Radio (AIR) antenna, the Sunsight AIR antenna bracket shall be used.
Measurements taken using the general purpose mounting bracket will not be accepted.

The specific vendor side mounting brackets for each AAT are attached to the antenna via a strap or clamp of
various lengths per AAT vendor. Please confirm the circumference of the antenna (2x Width + 2x Depth) via anten-
na specification sheet and the length of the mounting strap before attempting to attach any vendor's side mounting
AAT to the antenna.

Figure 10: AAT mounting strap not long enough

Side mounting AAT kits are the preferred method to attach an AAT to antenna prior to making orientation and plumb
(roll) measurements as this provided a more accurate attachment and resultant downtilt and plumb measurement
because the top of antenna radomes are not flat.

Figure 11: side mounting attachment

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B.A. Sunsight AAT

Classic AAT (Legacy Product)

http://www.sunsight.com

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Sunsight Instruments worked in partnership with Ericsson to develop a reliable AAT specific mount for the Ericsson
AIR Antenna Models (AIR11, AIR21, and AIR32). The mount has to connect to the AIR Antenna in a manner that
will ensure proper alignment of the AAT and that will be repeatable from antenna to antenna. While the AIR Anten-
na Mount for the Sunsight Classic AAT has an arrowhead shape slightly similar to the standard side mount provided
in the Sunsight Classic AAT base kit, it is a different mount (in many ways) from the standard side mount. The
standard mount CANNOT be mounted to any AIR Antenna and will yield inaccurate, unreliable and unacceptable
results. See the photos below for comparison of the AIR Antenna and standard mount:

Sunsight AAT users are to use the AIR Antenna Mount when setting or measuring azimuth and downtilt on the
Ericsson AIR Antenna Models. Refer to the training video on the Sunsight website for proper installation and use of
the Classic AAT on the AIR Antenna Mount.http://www.sunsight.com/trainingv1/ . AT&T will not accept results
obtained using the incorrect mount. ** Note: The early AIR21 Antenna Mounts only supported the AIR21 Antenna. If
you have this earlier version, it can be modified to the latest specifications. Contact Sunsight for details.

Figure 13: Sunsight AAT Classic AIR21 specific and standard mount

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Figure 14: Sunsight AAT Classic AIR21 specific and standard mount

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B.A.A. Sunsight AAT-30, AAT-15, and MW15

Sunsight has created a new Antenna Alignment Tool (AAT) Model Family which are smaller and lighter than the
Classic AAT and have new features supporting WIFI connection to computers, tablets or smartphones.

Figure 15: Sunsight AAT30 for RF Panel Alignment

AAT30 AAT15 MW15

Performs RF Panel Alignment RF Panel Alignment RF Panel and Microwave Path

Alignment

Dimensions (LxWxH) 17” x 3.8” x 1.7” 20” x 3.8” x 1.7” 20” x 3.8” x1.7”

Weight (lbs) 3.6 lbs 4.4 lbs 4.4 lbs

Heading Accuracy rms +/- 0.3 degree rms +/- 0.15 degree rms +/- 0.08 degree rms

Heading Accuracy R99 +/- 0.75 degree +/- 0.40 degree +/- 0.40 degree

Tilt/Roll +/- 0.1 degree +/- 0.1 degree +/- 0.1 degree

Operating Battery Life 8hrs 8hrs 8hrs

Charging Time 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs

Altitude w/ LRF 30cm 30cm 30cm

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Operating Temp Range -40C to 70C

Storage Temp Range -40C to 85C

Humidity 95%

Standard Antenna Mount 1.2 lbs

Weight (lbs)

Figure 16: Sunsight AAT-30 description

Figure 17: Sunsight AAT30

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The Sunsight AAT side mounting kit has a standard mounting strap of length 55” to go around the circumference of
the antenna. Longer length mounting straps can be ordered as necessary to accommodate wider or deeper anten-
nas. The Sunsight AAT30, AAT15, MW15 have longer length straps available. Please contact Sunsight for current
strap options.

• Part # 2112: Side Mount Strap - Extended Length Option 72"

• Part # 2113: Side Mount Strap - Extended Length Option 85”

• Part # 2115, Side Mount Strap - Extended Length Option 100"

Figure 18: Sunsight Air Antenna for the AAT30, AAT15 and MW15

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The AAT30, AAT15, MW15 units use a new mounting bracket for Ericsson AIR antennas This new mount works
with the AIR11, AIR21, and AIR32 antennas. This mount is not compatible with the Classic AAT. Part # 2100 Air
Antenna Mount (Required for Ericsson AIR11, AIR21, and AIR32 Antenna Alignment)

Sunsight AntennaView Camera Mounting System

The AntennaView Camera Mounting System (ACMS) allows the user to take photos of “what the antenna sees” on
the horizon as well as an additional photo documenting correct AAT mounting.

Figure 19: Sunsight AntennaView Camera Mounting System

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Figure 20: Sunsight Site Alignment Report

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Sunsight Virtual Reality Interference Reporting (VRIR)

With the introduction of the VRIR upgrade for the AntennAlign Alignment Tool (AAT), Sunsight integrates alignment
records with Google Earth to allow the following functions:

• Visually identify interference from adjacent antennas on a sector

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• Visually identify potential interference or signal corruption from obstacles in the path of antenna transmis-
sion

Figure 21: Visually review potential interference from adjacent antennas

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Figure 22: Simulate bore site radiation based on azimuth and tilt

Figure 23: Easily identify ground based RF obstruction

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Virtual Reality Interference Reporting Overview: https://youtu.be/gbR0NaZ5N6g

Sunsight Microwave Antenna Alignment Kit

Sunsight has created a Microwave Path Alignment System to align microwave antennas. The MW15 kit provides
real-time path alignment of both ends of the link simultaneously (US Patent 9,781,233). The MW15 Kit Performs
both RF Panel and Microwave Path Alignment.

Figure 24: Sunsight MW15 Microwave Path Alignment Kit

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Figure 25: Sunsight MW15 Universal Microwave Mounting Kit

Figure 26: Sunsight MW15 Microwave Panel Antenna Mounting Kit

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The MW15 Universal Mounting system fits microwave shielded, unshielded and rectangular microwave antennas
from 1 foot to 12 feet in diameter.

Sunsight MW15 Mounting Kit Instructions:

https://sunsight.com/Downloads/Microwave%20Path%20Alignment%20Kit%20Instructions.pdf

You may download this file from the online version of this document.

B.B. 3Z RF Aligner

http://www.3ztelecom.com/

Figure 27: 3Z RF Aligner

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Technical Specifications

3Z RF Aligner

Length 18.75” (47.6cm)

Width 5.375” (13.6cm)

Height 4.5” (11.43cm)

Accuracy

Heading < 0.75 RMS

Tilt/Roll (Plumb) < 0.5 RMS

Position < 1m RMS

Altitude w/ LDM 0.04” (0.1cm)

LCD Display

Interface Touchscreen

Size 4.3” (10.92cm)

Battery

Internal Battery Lithium Ion

Operating Time 11 hrs

When mounting any of the 3Z RF Antenna Alignment Tools, on an Ericsson Antenna Integrated Radio (AIR) anten-
na, the 3Z AIR Mount (Model No. 3ZRFA-A32BK) shall be used. Measurements taken using the general purpose
mounting bracket will not be accepted.

Figure 29: 3Z AIR21 vs Universal clamp

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Figure 30: 3Z AIR 21 clamp for Ericsson AIR21 Antenna

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Figure 31: 3Z AIR32 mounting bracket

3Z Telecom has available a standard side mounting clamp (part # 3ZRFA-SC1) that can support a microwave dish
of 2.5ft in diameter and a 8ft length strap (part # 3ZRFA-SC-WEB6P) for mounting their side mounting bracket to
directional antennas.

Figure 32: 3Z Side Mount

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Figure 33: 3Z Microwave mount straps

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Figure 34: 3Z Microwave Mount

Longer length mounting straps supporting up to 6ft diameter microwave dishes and up to 19ft for side mounting
attachment to directional antennas are available upon request (Part # 3ZRFA-SC-WEB10P).

Figure 35: 3Z Side Mount Installation Guide

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3Z Side Mount Installation Quick Guide

3Z Strap Clamp Quick Start Guide.pdf

You may download this file from the online version of this document.

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B.C. 3Z RF Vision

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Technical Specifications

3Z RF Vision

Length 13.5” (34.29cm)

Width 5.5” (13.97cm)

Height 5.5” (13.97cm)

Accuracy

Heading < 0.5 RMS

Tilt/Roll (plumb) < 0.1 RMS

Position < 1 RMS

Altitude w/ LDM 0.04” (0.1cm)

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LCD Display

Interface Touchscreen

Size 5” (12.7cm)

Battery

Internal Battery Lithium Ion

Operation Time 6 Hours

Training and Support is available by contacting 3Z Telecom or you can visit www.3ztelecom.com . 3Z Telecom
offer Alignment Tool Certification and it is available by either contacting them or visiting there website www.3ztele-
com.com/training-registration/

B.D. Multiwave Sensors - Smart Aligner System

http://www.multiwavesensors.com

Figure 39: Smart Aligner

Multiwave Sensors originally designed the Smart Aligner System so that the tool mounted to the Universal Mounting
Bracket as shown above. When the Ericsson AIR 21 Antenna was introduced to the market, the standard bracket
could not address the curved back plane of the AIR21, thus a specific AIR 21 Bracket was designed and approved
by Ericsson. The specific mounting plate for use with Ericsson's AIR21 antenna, that is mounted on the top of the
AIR21 antenna, uses the lifting ring as the securing point. The self contained Screw Knob is engaged and securely
fastens the Bracket to the Antenna. It provides the base in which the compass tool is mounted; therefore, for the
Ericsson AIR21 antenna, the Multiwave Sensors standard Smart Aligner Bracket is also not appropriate or
required.

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Figure 40: Universal Mounting Bracket

Figure 41: Multiwave AIR21 bracket

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Figure 42: Multiwave Sensors AIR21 Bracket

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Figure 43: AIR21 Screw Knob

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Figure 44: Multiwave Aligner mounting to AIR21

Multiwave updated Universal Mounting Bracket for use with Microwave Drum antennas

Multiwave has updated the standard Universal Mounting Bracket to be used with Microwave Drum and Parabolic
antennas. Additional mounting holes were added to the Universal Mounting Bracket facilitating easy fastening of the
Smart Aligner Tool to the Bracket.

Figure 45: Multiwave Microwave Universal Bracket

Figure 46: Universal Mounting Bracket attached to Microwave antenna

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Figure 47: Multiwave Smart Aligner attached to bracket

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Figure 48: Smart Aligner connected to Microwave antenna via Universal Bracket

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The Multiwave mounting strap is 15ft in length to support connection to microwave dishes and directional panel
antennas.

Microwave-alignment-using-the-Smart-Aligner.pdf
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Microwave Antenna alignment-Smart-Aligner.pdf

You may download this file from the online version of this document.

http://www.multiwavesensors.com/antenna-alignment/

Specification documentation, product manuals and training videos are located at http://www.multiwavesensors.com
in the Antenna Alignment section.

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