COBHAM SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka User manual

SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka
Installation manual

SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka
Quick guide
Configuration tasks (minimum)
This quick guide aims at experienced service personnel who have installed the SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka
system and connected power. It lists the minimum configuration tasks you have to make before the
system can be used on-air on a satellite.
1. Switch on the Antenna Control Unit only.
2. Connect a PC to the front LAN connector or the LAN3 connector at the rear of the Antenna Control
Unit.
3. Open an Internet Browser to access the SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka: IP address: http://192.168.0.1 (default),
user name: admin, password: 1234.
4. Switch on the modem and wait for the modem to boot and perform the initial BUC calibration.
5. Verify that the SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka acquires the Ka satellite (ACU display shows ACQUISITION).
6. Verify that the system is operational. The status in the ACU display must show TRACKING and the
upper status line MDM: NETOK.
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Important
Do not switch on the modem at this point.
Configuration task What to do and where to find more information
Heading input Configure the heading input to External under SETTINGS > Navigation. For
more information see Select the desired heading input, see the following table.
on page 6-3.
Connect the ship’s heading (NMEA0183, RS-422/RS-232) to the NMEA 0183
multi-connector. For more information see NMEA 0183 connector on page 4-3.
Azimuth
calibration
Make an azimuth calibration under SERVICE > Calibration to ensure that the
antenna can point and receive a signal from the satellite. For more information see
Calibration on page 6-7.
Cable calibration Make a cable calibration under SERVICE > Calibration to ensure that the cable
loss is calculated properly. For more information see Cable calibration on page 6-
11.
Satellite profile A satellite profile with the iDirect X7 Modem is already set up at the factory. No
further profiles are needed. Activate the satellite profile under SETTINGS >
Satellite profiles. For more information see Satellite profiles on page 6-19.
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Installation manual
Document number: 98-148248-A
Release date: 3kNovember 2015
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Disclaimer
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.cobham.com/satcom,
Service and support, 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.
Thrane & Thrane A/S is trading as Cobham SATCOM.
Copyright
© 2015 Thrane & Thrane A/S. All rights reserved.
Trademark acknowledgements
• Some product and company names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or trade names of
their respective owners.
GPL notification
The software included in this product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the GPL/LGPL.
The verbatim licenses can be found online at:
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/lgpl-2.1.html
You may obtain the complete corresponding source code from us for a period of three years after our last
shipment of this product, which will be no earlier than 2021, by sending a money order or check for DKK
50 to:
SW Technology/GPL Compliance,
Cobham SATCOM (Thrane & Thrane A/S),
Lundtoftegaardsvej 93D
2800 Lyngby
DENMARK
Write "source for product SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka" in the memo line of your payment. This offer is valid to
anyone in receipt of this information.
http://www.cobham.com/about-cobham/communications-and-connectivity/about-us/satcom/free-and-
open-source-software-(foss).aspx
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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, based on a radiation level
of 10 W/m2. No hazard exists >28° 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 with azimuth and elevation on page 3-5.
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, GPS and other transmitters on page 3-11 – it may cause
damage to the Above Deck Unit.
MICROWAVE RADIATION
No personnel within safety distance
Safety distance:
30 m, 10 W/m2
28°
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Compass Safe Distance:
SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka antenna or ADU (Above Deck Unit): min. 100 cm (ENC 60945).
SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka ACU (Antenna Control Unit): min. 10 cm (EN 60945)
Service
User access to the interior of the ACU is not allowed. 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, you must connect the equipment
chassis and cabinet to an electrical ground. Ground the ACU to the ship. For further details see
Appendix B, Ground and RF protection.
Do not extend the cables beyond the lengths specified for the equipment. The cable between
the ACU and Above Deck Unit can be extended if it complies with the specified data
concerning cable losses etc.
Rx and Tx cables for the SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka 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 this might cause malfunction of the equipment.
Power supply
The voltage range for the SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka ADU and ACU is 20 – 32 VDC. The Above Deck
Unit is powered by the ACU.
If a DC power bus is not available, an external 115/230 VAC to 28 VDC power supply can be
used, for example a SAILOR 6080 Power Supply.
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!
After installation make this manual available to the user for further reference.
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Record of Revisions
Rev. Description Release Date Initials
A Original document 30 November 2015 UFO
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 About this manual
1.1 Intended readers ..............................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Manual overview ...............................................................................................................1-1
1.3 Software version ...............................................................................................................1-1
1.4 Typography ...........................................................................................................................1-2
1.5 Precautions ............................................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2 Introduction
2.1 SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka system ..................................................................................2-1
2.1.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................2-1
2.1.2 Above Deck Unit (ADU) ...................................................................................................2-3
2.1.3 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) ..........................................................................................2-6
2.1.4 iDirect X7 Modem ...............................................................................................................2-7
2.1.5 Satellite type approvals ....................................................................................................2-7
2.1.6 Service activation ................................................................................................................2-7
2.2 Part numbers and options .........................................................................................2-8
2.2.1 Applicable model and part numbers ..........................................................................2-8
2.2.2 Options for SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka ...............................................................................2-8
Chapter 3 Installation
3.1 What’s in the box .............................................................................................................3-1
3.1.1 To unpack ...............................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.2 Initial inspection ..................................................................................................................3-2
3.1.3 Tools needed .........................................................................................................................3-2
3.1.4 Transport of the antenna ................................................................................................3-2
3.2 Site preparation .................................................................................................................3-3
3.2.1 General site considerations ............................................................................................3-3
3.2.2 Obstructions (ADU shadowing) ....................................................................................3-4
3.2.3 Blocking zones with azimuth and elevation ...........................................................3-5
3.2.4 Safe access to the ADU (radiation hazard) .............................................................3-6
3.2.5 Ship motion and offset from the ship’s motion centre ....................................3-7
3.2.6 Mast foundation and height ..........................................................................................3-8
3.2.7 Interference from radar, GPS and other transmitters .....................................3-11
3.2.8 Condensation, water intrusion and deposits ......................................................3-14
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3.3 Installation of the ADU ............................................................................................3-15
3.3.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................3-15
3.3.2 To install the ADU ............................................................................................................3-16
3.3.3 To ground the ADU .........................................................................................................3-19
3.3.4 Alternative ADU cable ...................................................................................................3-20
3.4 Installation of the ACU ............................................................................................3-21
3.4.1 To install the ACU ............................................................................................................3-21
3.4.2 To ground the ACU .........................................................................................................3-21
3.5 Installation of the modem .....................................................................................3-22
3.6 To connect the ADU, ACU and modem .......................................................3-22
Chapter 4 Interfaces
4.1 Interfaces of the ACU ..................................................................................................4-1
4.1.1 LEDs, display, keypad and connectors ......................................................................4-1
4.1.2 DC Input connector ...........................................................................................................4-2
4.1.3 ADU connector ....................................................................................................................4-2
4.1.4 Rx In and Tx Out connectors .......................................................................................4-3
4.1.5 NMEA 0183 connector ....................................................................................................4-3
4.1.6 RS-232 and RS-422 connectors ...................................................................................4-4
4.1.7 LAN1 – 4 connectors .........................................................................................................4-5
Chapter 5 Power and startup
5.1 Power source .......................................................................................................................5-1
5.2 Power cable ...........................................................................................................................5-1
5.3 Power up .................................................................................................................................5-3
5.3.1 To connect the power cable to the ACU .................................................................5-3
5.3.2 Power-up procedure ..........................................................................................................5-3
5.3.3 Initialisation steps in daily use ......................................................................................5-4
5.3.4 SAILOR 600 VSAT Ka operational ...............................................................................5-4
Chapter 6 Configuration
6.1 Introduction to the built-in web interface ..................................................6-1
6.1.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................6-1
6.1.2 Connecting to the web interface ................................................................................6-1
6.2 Heading input and position system ...................................................................6-3
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