Gilat SkyEdge II-c Capricorn S2X MEC Quick start guide

Capricorn S2X MEC Installation Note
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This installation note is applicable for SkyEdge II-c Capricorn S2X MEC CPE. The Capricorn S2X MEC CPE
includes an embedded MEC unit (general processor board) treated as an external PC.
To install the SkyEdge II-c Capricorn S2X MEC CPE, the installer must:
•Be trained in how to install the SkyEdge II-c Capricorn S2X MEC CPE
•Be familiar with the SkyEdge II-c CPE Installation Manual (DC-103322-X)
•Have the CPE configuration parameters available
The SkyEdge II-c Capricorn S2X MEC CPE is designed to be installed on a shelf in a 19-inch rack, secured to the
cabinet by the rack-mount ears.
The CPE can be installed with either front or rear panel facing forward. By default, the CPE is supplied with rack-
mount front ears secured to the front panel. The installation kit includes an additional pair of rack-mount back ears for
securing to the CPE rear panel to install the CPE with the rear panel facing forward. The CPE may contain a built DC
Inserter.
Unpacking Guidelines
1. Unpack the Capricorn S2X MEC CPE unit and its accessories.
2. Compare with the supplied BOM and verify that all the items are supplied in good condition.
VSAT AC and DC power supplies are provided by Gilat. If the power to the VSAT is not through
an AC or DC adaptor (e.g., batteries, solar panels, rectifier ETC), the power solution must be
approved by the Gilat Technical Support.
CAUTION
◼THE CPE MUST BE GROUNDED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION BY ATTACHING ONE END OF THE GROUNDING
CABLE TO THE GROUNDING STUD ON THE REAR OF THE CPE, AND THE OTHER END TO THE SITE MAIN
GROUND CONNECTION.18AWG GROUNDING CABLE SHOULD BE USED.
◼THE CPE MUST BE CONFIGURED PRIOR TO ATTACHING THE RF CABLES.
◼THE POWER CABLE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE CPE PRIOR TO CONNECTING THE RF CABLES.
General Precautions
•Do not block the ventilation openings of the CPE.
•Do not place the CPE in a location that would deviate from typical ambient environmental conditions of
temperature, humidity, and moisture.
•Do not place any object on top of the CPE.
Warning
BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT,VERIFY THAT THE ANTENNA AND AC POWER CORD ARE GROUNDED TO
PROVIDE PROTECTION AGAINST VOLTAGE SURGES AND STATIC CHARGES.
SECTION 810 OF THE US NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE,ANSI/NFPA 70, AND SECTION 54 OF THE
CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE PROVIDE INFORMATION REGARDING PROPER GROUNDING OF THE MAST AND
SUPPORTING STRUCTURE,GROUNDING OF THE LEAD-IN WIRE TO AN ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT,SIZE OF
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS,LOCATION OF ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT,CONNECTION TO GROUNDING
ELECTRODES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GROUNDING ELECTRODE.
Connecting the LAN Cable
Use the CAT-5 type cables (approved by Gilat) to connect to the LAN ports.
Use the LAN LEDs indicators to make sure that the LAN ports are operational.
Connecting the Grounding Cable
Connect the grounding cable (GND) from the CPE to the approved site.

Capricorn S2X MEC Installation Note
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Connecting the Power Cables
The Capricorn CPE is powered with a 48VDC external power source. The CPE power connection uses the two
supplied Gilat power cables (CB000912) that include a 7A fuse on the “+” wire.
An accessible two pole circuit breaker (Rated 10A) must be provided in the building for the DC power feed source.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE VSAT, AVOID DISCONNECTING THE POWER SOURCE WHILE THE CPE IS
OPERATIONAL.
Connecting the RF Cables
Connect the two RF cables (from the LNB and ODU) to the RF-IN and RF-OUT connectors, respectively, as shown
below, using a recommended torque of 13 lb*ft/in (1.5 N/m).
CAUTION
IN ORDER TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE RF CONNECTORS,SECURE THE CABLES TO A PERMANENT,STATIC
OBJECT SUCH AS A TABLE OR PIPE,AT A DISTANCE OF 25-60 CM (10-25 IN.) FROM THE CPE,PRIOR TO
CONNECTION.
Figure 1: Capricorn S2X MEC CPE Cables
Figure 2: Capricorn S2X MEC Rack-Mount
(Optional) Attaching Rack Mount Back Ears
To install the CPE with the rear panel facing forward:
1. Remove the screws holding the rack-mount
ears.
2. Remove the rack-mount ears.
3. Secure the screws to the front panel.
4. Remove the screws from the rear panel.
5. Install the rack-mount ears to the rear panel
and tighten the screws.