COBHAM SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W User manual

SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W
SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 16W
Installation and operation manual

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SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku
Quick guide
Installation wizard
This quick guide aims at experienced service personnel who have installed the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku
system before. It lists the minimum configuration tasks you have to make before the system can be used
on-air on a satellite.
1. Connect a PC to the front LAN connector of the Below Deck Unit (BDU).
2. Open an Internet Browser and type the default IP address of the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku:
http://192.168.0.1.
3. After opening the web interface for the first time after power up you can step through the installation
wizard. The wizard has 9 steps.
4. Enter the necessary data on each page and click Next.
5. On the last screen click Finish to activate the VSAT profile.
For more detailed information about the setup tasks see chapter 4, Setup of the antenna.
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SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 16W
Installation manual
Disclaimer
Document number: 98-175665-A
Release date: 21 June 2021

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Any responsibility or liability for loss or damage in connection with the use of this product and the
accompanying documentation is disclaimed by Thrane & Thrane A/S. The information in this manual is
provided for information purposes only, is subject to change without notice and may contain errors or
inaccuracies. Manuals issued by Thrane & Thrane A/S are periodically revised and updated. Anyone
relying on this information should acquire the most current version e.g. from www.cobhamsatcom.com,
Cobham SYNC Partner Portal, or from the distributor.Thrane & Thrane A/S is not responsible for the
content or accuracy of any translations or reproductions, in whole or in part, of this manual from any
other source. In the event of any discrepancies, the English version shall be the governing text.
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Safety summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific
warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and
intended use of the equipment. Thrane & Thrane A/S assumes no liability for the customer's
failure to comply with these requirements.
Microwave radiation hazards
During transmission the Above Deck Unit (antenna) in this
system radiates Microwave Power.This radiation may be
hazardous to humans close to the Above Deck Unit. During
transmission, make sure that nobody gets closer than the
recommended minimum safety distance.
The minimum safety distance to the Above Deck Unit
reflector on the focal line is 30 m for SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W
and 47 m for SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 16W, based on a radiation
level of 10 W/m2. No hazard exists >18° below the Above
Deck Unit’s mounting plane. Refer to the drawing below.
No-transmit zones
In order to protect
personnel no-transmit
zones can be
programmed. For further
information see
Blocking zones –
azimuth and elevation
on page 2-4.
Distance to other
equipment
Do not move the Above
Deck Unit closer to
radars than the
minimum safe distance
specified in section
Interference from
radar, GNSS, L-band and
other transmitters on
page 2-11 — it may cause damage to the Above Deck Unit.
MICROWAVE RADIATION
No personnel within safety distance

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Compass Safe Distance:
SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W and SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 16W antenna or ADU (Above Deck Unit):
min. 170 cm (IEC 60945).
SAILOR 7516A BDU (Below Deck Unit): min. 30 cm (IEC 60945).
Service
User access to the interior of the BDU is prohibited. Only a technician authorized by Cobham
SATCOM may perform service - failure to comply with this rule will void the warranty. Access to
the interior of the Above Deck Unit is allowed. Replacement of certain modules and general
service may only be performed by a technician authorized by Cobham SATCOM.
Grounding, cables and connections
To minimize shock hazard and to protect against lightning, the equipment chassis and cabinet
must be connected to an electrical ground. The BDU must be grounded to the ship. For further
grounding information see the respective sections and appendix in this manual.
Do not extend the cables beyond the lengths specified for the equipment. The cable between
the BDU and Above Deck Unit can be extended if it complies with the specified data
concerning cable losses etc.
Rx and Tx cables for the system are shielded and should not be affected by magnetic fields.
However, try to avoid running cables parallel to high power and AC/RF wiring as it might cause
malfunction of the equipment.
Power supply
SAILOR 7516A BDU: voltage range 100-240 VAC. The ADU is powered by the BDU.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere
Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Keep away from live circuits
Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustment must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace components
with the power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even
with the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge
circuits before touching them.
Failure to comply with the rules above will void the warranty!

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VSAT restrictions
Modification restrictions
This device is granted pursuant to the Japanese Radio Law ( 電波法 ).
This device should not be modified (otherwise the granted designation number will become invalid).
Note
There are restrictions in use of the frequency band 13.75 to 14 GHz in the
following countries. Other countries may have restrictions, consult your airtime
provider or relevant authorities for information.
•Belgium
•Hungary
•Latvia
•Malta
•Portugal
•Slovakia
Contact the VSAT modem provider for local setup.

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About this manual
Intended readers
This is an installation manual for the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system intended for installers of the system
and service personnel. Personnel installing or servicing the system must be properly trained and
authorized by Cobham SATCOM. It is important that you observe all safety requirements listed in the
beginning of this manual, and install the system according to the guidelines in this manual.
Manual overview
This manual has the following chapters:
•Introduction
•Installation
•Interfaces
•Setup of the antenna
•Installation check lists
•Service
This manual has the following appendices:
•Technical specifications
•VSAT modem settings
•Command line interface
•DVB-S satellites
•Grounding and RF protection
•Event messages
•Approvals
Software version
This manual is intended for SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku with software version 3.xx.
Typography
In this manual, typography is used as indicated below:
Bold is used for the following purposes:
• To emphasize words.
Example: “Do not touch the antenna”.
• To indicate what the user should select in the user interface.
Example: “Select SETTINGS > LAN”.
Italic is used to emphasize the paragraph title in cross-references.
Example: “For further information, see Connecting Cables on page...”.

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Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Text marked with “Warning”, “Caution”, “Note” or “Important” show the following type of data:
•Warning: A Warning is an operation or maintenance procedure that, if not obeyed, can cause injury
or death.
•Caution: A Caution is an operation or maintenance procedure that, if not obeyed, can cause damage
to the equipment.
•Note: A Note gives information to help the reader.
•Important: A text marked Important gives information that is important to the user, e.g. to make the
system work properly. This text does not concern damage on equipment or personal safety.
General precautions
All personnel who operate equipment or do maintenance as specified in this manual must know and
follow the safety precautions. The warnings and cautions that follow apply to all parts of this manual.
WARNING! Before using any material, refer to the manufacturers’ material
safety data sheets for safety information. Some materials can be
dangerous.
CAUTION! Do not use materials that are not equivalent to materials specified
by Cobham SATCOM. Materials that are not equivalent can cause
damage to the equipment.
CAUTION! The system contains items that are electrostatic discharge sensitive.
Use approved industry precautions to keep the risk of damage to a
minimum when you touch, remove or insert parts or assemblies.

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Table of contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system .............................................................................................1-1
1.1.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU) ..............................................................................................................1-2
1.1.2 Below Deck Unit (BDU) ...............................................................................................................1-5
1.1.3 VSAT Modem ...................................................................................................................................1-6
1.1.4 Satellite type approvals ...............................................................................................................1-6
1.1.5 Service activation ...........................................................................................................................1-6
1.2 Part numbers and options ....................................................................................................1-7
1.2.1 Applicable model and part numbers .....................................................................................1-7
1.2.2 Options ................................................................................................................................................1-7
Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 What’s in the box ........................................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1 To unpack ..........................................................................................................................................2-1
2.1.2 Initial inspection .............................................................................................................................2-1
2.1.3 Tools needed ....................................................................................................................................2-2
2.1.4 Transport of the antenna ...........................................................................................................2-2
2.2 Site considerations ....................................................................................................................2-2
2.2.1 General considerations ................................................................................................................2-2
2.2.2 Obstructions (ADU shadowing) ...............................................................................................2-3
2.2.3 Blocking zones – azimuth and elevation ............................................................................2-4
2.2.4 Safe access to the ADU: Radiation hazard .........................................................................2-5
2.2.5 Ship motion and offset from the ship’s motion centre ...............................................2-6
2.2.6 ADU mast design: Foundation and height .........................................................................2-6
2.2.7 Interference from radar, GNSS, L-band and other transmitters ...........................2-11
2.2.8 Condensation and water intrusion ..................................................................................... 2-14
2.2.9 Alternative ADU cable .............................................................................................................. 2-14
2.3 Installation of the ADU ....................................................................................................... 2-16
2.3.1 To install the ADU ....................................................................................................................... 2-16
2.3.2 To ground the ADU .................................................................................................................... 2-19
2.4 Installation of the BDU ....................................................................................................... 2-21
2.4.1 To install the BDU ....................................................................................................................... 2-21
2.4.2 To ground the BDU .................................................................................................................... 2-21
2.5 Installation of the VSAT modem ................................................................................. 2-21
2.5.1 Mounting considerations ........................................................................................................ 2-21
2.6 Integration of a 3rd party IP device ......................................................................... 2-22
2.6.1 Power connector ......................................................................................................................... 2-22
2.6.2 Communication .......................................................................................................................... 2-22
2.6.3 Mechanical interface ................................................................................................................. 2-23
2.6.4 Example of a 3rd party device integration ..................................................................... 2-23
2.7 Power and startup .................................................................................................................... 2-24
2.7.1 Power cycle of the system ..................................................................................................... 2-24

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Chapter 3 Interfaces
3.1 Connector panel ...........................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.1 AC input connector .......................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.2 ADU connector ...............................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.3 Rx/Tx connectors for VSAT modem .....................................................................................3-2
3.1.4 NMEA 0183 RJ-45 connector ..................................................................................................3-2
3.1.5 GPIO RJ-45 connector .................................................................................................................3-3
3.1.6 RS-232 RJ-45 connector .............................................................................................................3-4
3.1.7 RS-422 RJ-45 connector .............................................................................................................3-4
3.1.8 LAN connectors ..............................................................................................................................3-5
Chapter 4 Setup of the antenna
4.1 Introduction to the web interface ................................................................................4-1
4.1.1 Connecting to the web interface ...........................................................................................4-2
4.2 Settings ...............................................................................................................................................4-5
4.2.1 VSAT profiles ....................................................................................................................................4-5
4.2.2 Modem types ...................................................................................................................................4-6
4.2.3 Network settings ......................................................................................................................... 4-10
4.2.4 Navigation ...................................................................................................................................... 4-11
4.2.5 Operation in gyro-free mode ................................................................................................ 4-13
4.2.6 Acquisition process and search pattern ........................................................................... 4-14
4.2.7 Blocking zones .............................................................................................................................. 4-16
4.2.8 IoT & management .................................................................................................................... 4-18
4.2.9 Dual antenna ................................................................................................................................. 4-22
4.2.10 User administration .................................................................................................................... 4-22
4.2.11 Installation wizard ...................................................................................................................... 4-25
4.3 Service ............................................................................................................................................... 4-26
4.3.1 Software .......................................................................................................................................... 4-26
4.3.2 Calibration ...................................................................................................................................... 4-29
4.3.3 Flow chart for calibration (user controlled) .................................................................... 4-33
4.3.4 Modem ............................................................................................................................................. 4-34
4.3.5 Line up .............................................................................................................................................. 4-35
4.3.6 Fixed TX gain principle ............................................................................................................. 4-36
4.3.7 Events ............................................................................................................................................... 4-36
4.3.8 Support ............................................................................................................................................ 4-37
4.4 Keypad and menus of the BDU ..................................................................................... 4-38
4.4.1 BDU display and keypad .......................................................................................................... 4-38
4.4.2 List of menus ................................................................................................................................. 4-39
4.5 Startup sequence ..................................................................................................................... 4-42
Chapter 5 Installation check lists
5.1 Installation check list: Antenna .......................................................................................5-1
5.2 Installation check list: BDU, connectors and wiring ........................................5-2
5.3 Installation check list: Functional test in harbor ...............................................5-3

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Chapter 6 Service
6.1 Built-in test and LEDs ...............................................................................................................6-1
6.1.1 LEDs of the modules in the ADU ............................................................................................6-1
6.1.2 LEDs in the BDU ..............................................................................................................................6-2
6.2 Removal and replacement of the BDU .......................................................................6-2
6.3 Removal and replacement of ADU modules ..........................................................6-2
6.4 Troubleshooting basics ...........................................................................................................6-3
6.4.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................................6-3
6.4.2 Administrator password forgotten ........................................................................................6-3
6.4.3 To verify that the antenna can go into tracking mode ...............................................6-3
6.5 Returning units for repair ......................................................................................................6-4
Appendix A Technical specifications
A.1 Specifications .................................................................................................................................A-2
A.2 Patents .................................................................................................................................................A-3
A.3 Outline drawings ..........................................................................................................................A-4
A.3.1 ADU SAILOR 1000 XTR ...............................................................................................................A-4
A.3.2 BDU .......................................................................................................................................................A-5
A.4 VSAT LNB Data Sheet (physical LNB) ..........................................................................A-6
A.4.1 VSAT LNB user installation and configuration information ......................................A-7
A.5 VSAT 8W BUC Data Sheet ....................................................................................................A-8
A.6 VSAT 16W BUC Data Sheet ............................................................................................A-10
Appendix B VSAT modem settings
B.1 Performance optimization for blockage ....................................................................B-1
B.1.1 Encountering blockage, configured with multiple satellites. .....................................B-1
B.2 OpenAMIP setup ..........................................................................................................................B-3
B.2.1 Protocol and interfaces ...............................................................................................................B-3
B.2.2 Configuration example (OpenAMIP) ....................................................................................B-5
B.3 SatLink 2910 VSAT modem .................................................................................................B-6
B.3.1 Interfaces and VSAT modem configuration .....................................................................B-6
B.3.2 BDU configuration .........................................................................................................................B-7
B.3.3 Configuration example (Satlink 2910) ................................................................................B-7
Appendix C Command line interface
C.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................C-1
C.2 Supported commands ..............................................................................................................C-2
C.2.1 antenna_data ...................................................................................................................................C-3
C.2.2 calib .......................................................................................................................................................C-3
C.2.3 config ...................................................................................................................................................C-3
C.2.4 demo ....................................................................................................................................................C-4
C.2.5 dual_antenna (not supported yet) .........................................................................................C-4
C.2.6 exit ........................................................................................................................................................C-4

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C.2.7 help .......................................................................................................................................................C-4
C.2.8 navigation ..........................................................................................................................................C-5
C.2.9 status ....................................................................................................................................................C-5
C.2.10 system .................................................................................................................................................C-6
C.2.11 test ........................................................................................................................................................C-6
C.2.12 iothub ...................................................................................................................................................C-6
Appendix D Grounding and RF protection
D.1 Why is grounding required? .................................................................................................D-1
D.1.1 Reasons for grounding .................................................................................................................D-1
D.1.2 Safety ...................................................................................................................................................D-1
D.1.3 ESD Protection ................................................................................................................................D-1
D.2 Grounding Recommendations ...........................................................................................D-1
D.2.1 To ground the BDU .......................................................................................................................D-1
D.2.2 To ground the ADU .......................................................................................................................D-2
D.3 Alternative grounding for steel hulls ...........................................................................D-3
D.3.1 To ground the BDU .......................................................................................................................D-3
D.3.2 To ground the ADU .......................................................................................................................D-3
D.4 Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls ...............................................................D-5
D.4.1 To ground the BDU .......................................................................................................................D-5
D.4.2 To ground the ADU .......................................................................................................................D-5
D.5 Alternative grounding for fiber glass hulls ..............................................................D-6
D.5.1 To ground the BDU .......................................................................................................................D-6
D.5.2 To ground the ADU .......................................................................................................................D-6
D.6 Separate ground cable .............................................................................................................D-7
D.6.1 Ground cable - construction .....................................................................................................D-7
D.6.2 Ground cable - connection ........................................................................................................D-8
D.6.3 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base ................................................................D-8
D.7 Jumper cable for grounding .................................................................................................D-9
D.8 RF interference ...........................................................................................................................D-10
D.8.1 Recommendations .....................................................................................................................D-10
Appendix E Event messages
E.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................. E-1
E.2 List of events .................................................................................................................................. E-2
Appendix F DVB-S satellites
Appendix G Approvals
G.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................................G-1
G.2 CE (RED) ..............................................................................................................................................G-1

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Chapter 1
Introduction 1
This chapter has the following sections:
•SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system
•Part numbers and options
1.1 SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system
The SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku is a unique stabilized maritime VSAT antenna system operating in
the Ku-band (10.7 to 14.5 GHz). It provides bi-directional IP data connections both on
regional satellite beams and quasi-global Ku-band satellite networks. The system only
requires a single 50 Ohm cable to provide the Above Deck Unit with both DC power, data
and control information. The radome does not have to be removed neither before nor after
the installation. To protect the Above Deck Unit the built-in DC motors act as brakes during
transport and when the Above Deck Unit is not powered. The ADU system can be accessed
remotely and in-depth performance analysis can be done using the built-in web interface.
This manual describes the variants of the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system (for part numbers,
see Part numbers and options on page 1-7):
• SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W (includes 8 W BUC and can be converted to GX/Ka)
• SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 16W (includes 16 W BUC and can be converted to GX/Ka)
The SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system consists of the following units:
•AboveDeckUnit(ADU)
• Below Deck Unit (BDU)
The following figure shows the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku system.
Figure 1-1: Above Deck Unit ADU and Below Deck Unit (BDU)
Above Deck Unit
(ADU)
Below Deck Unit (BDU)

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System features
Single 50 Ohm coax cable for the ADU
Support of several VSAT modems
Standard 8W or High Power 16W BUC options.
Gyro-free operation
Ku-to-Ka-band conversion (future use).
Dual antenna operation to minimize blocking issues
SNMP traps, IoT and syslog support for real-time monitoring
REST API
Remote service access via FleetBroadband, Iridium, LTE or other IP connection
Remote or local simultaneous software update of ADU and BDU via PC and Internet
browser
Global RF configuration.
Built-in test equipment (BITE) for troubleshooting purpose
BDU with 4 x LAN, NMEA 0183, RS-232 and RS-422, TX Mute
All interfaces at the BDU, no additional units required.
No scheduled maintenance.
Few spare parts, easy to service
Support for Cobham ConnectIT
Prepared for third-party IP devices in ADU
1.1.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU)
The SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku ADU is a 103 cm VSAT stabilized tracking antenna, consisting of a
suspended antenna with a standard global RF configuration. It is stabilized by heavy duty
vibration dampers in 3-axis (plus skew) and can be used in environments with elevations of
-18° to +118°. The ADU is powered by the BDU and protected by a radome. All
communication between the ADU and the BDU passes through a single standard 50 Ohm
cable (with N connector) through the rotary joint. No cable work is required inside the
radome.
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Modules in the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku ADU
1. GNSS module (GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU).
2. XTR Antenna Control Module (ACM).
3. ADU power on/off.
4. Cross elevation motor and encoder.
5. Elevation motor.
6. Polarization motor.
7. Block Up Converter (BUC).
8. Low Noise Block downconverter (LNB) (x2).
9. Ortho Mode Transducer (OMT) (not visible on photo).
10. Inertial Sensor Module (ISM).
Figure 1-2: SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku: ADU modules 1/2

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11. Zero Reference Module.
12. Azimuth motor.
13. Azimuth zero reference module.
14. Rotary joint.
15. Feed horn.
The antenna comes with lifting brackets pre-mounted and uses a single coax cable between
the ADU and BDU.
The system is set up in minutes using the built-in web interface Installation wizard.
Service friendly ADU
The system configuration is saved in several modules, there is no loss of data at repair. The
large service hatch of the radome gives easy access to the ADU on site. There is a switch in
the ADU to turn off the power to the antenna.
All modules have an LED status indicator. Each module is encapsulated in a metal box with
self-contained mounting bolts. If necessary, belts and modules can be exchanged through
the service hatch on site.
You can do remote diagnostics and service with the ADU. Its built-in test equipment checks
constantly the ADU’s modules for proper functioning, it monitors and logs information for
Figure 1-3: SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku: ADU modules 2/2

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all modules. The ADU performs a POST (Power On Self Test) and you can request a self test
(PAST, Person Activated Self Test). Continuous Monitoring (CM) is always enabled. Error
codes can be read out in the web interface and in the display of the BDU.
ADU software is updated automatically when making a software update through the Below
Deck Unit (BDU).
1.1.2 Below Deck Unit (BDU)
The BDU is the central unit in the system. It contains all user interfaces and manages all
communication between the ADU and the connected VSAT modem, a connected PC and
an optional FleetBroadband service communication line. The BDU has a display, status LEDs
and a keypad. It provides a DHCP server and client mode. The BDU provides DC power to
the ADU through a single coaxial cable. The BDU comes in a 19” rack version.
Below Deck Unit (BDU) interfaces
The BDU has the following interfaces:
Figure 1-4: BDU, connector overview
BDU Connector ID Type Function
NMEA0183 RJ-45 Vessel gyro input
GPIO RJ-45 General Purpose I/O
LAN 1 RJ-45 VSAT modem
LAN 2 RJ-45 User LAN
LAN 3 RJ-45 User LAN
LAN 4 RJ-45 User LAN
RS 232 RJ-45 VSAT modem serial interface
RS422 RJ-45 VSAT modem serial interface
TX In F VSAT modem TX (75 Ohm)
RX Out F VSAT modem RX (75 Ohm)
Antenna N ADU signal and power (50 Ohm)
LAN RJ45 Front LAN service port (LAN 5)
Table 1-1: BDU connectors

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The BDU has a an On/Off power switch and a LAN connector at the front for accessing the
service port. The unit is AC powered.
Service friendly BDU
You can do remote diagnostics and service with the BDU. Its built-in test equipment checks
constantly for proper functioning. It performs POST (Power On Self Test) and you can
request a PAST (Person Activated Self Test). Continuous Monitoring (CM) is also available.
BITE (Built-In Test Equipment) error codes can be read out in the web interface and in the
display of the BDU.
Software update is done via a connected PC and the built-in web interface of the BDU.
1.1.3 VSAT Modem
SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku is designed to be operated with third-party VSAT modems. For a list
of supported VSAT modems see the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku product page at
www.cobhamsatcom.com.
1.1.4 Satellite type approvals
For a list of satellite type approvals see the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku product page at
www.cobhamsatcom.com.
1.1.5 Service activation
Before you can start using the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku, you need to activate the system for
VSAT service. Contact your service provider for activation.
Figure 1-5: BDU front panel
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31.75
482.6
On/Off switch Service port