Chapter 3 - Operation
42S315F 3-5
level will peak at the antenna focus; however, this change will
not be as sensitive as the change in the null depths. Peak main
beam signal level and minimum first null depths should
coincide for the best subreflector position.
c. As the subreflector is adjusted toward the optimum focal
position, the first sidelobe levels should decrease and remain
symmetrical within 2 dB. The minimum sidelobe level will
occur approximately at the same subreflector position as the
highest signal level and lowest nulls. Should the sidelobes
become asymmetrical (greater than 2 dB), Step 3 above should
be repeated. It is recommended that after each adjustment of
the subreflector, the antenna azimuth and elevation
adjustments be re-peaked to compensate for any beam
steering due to axial misalignment.
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