Kymeta u8 User manual

Kymeta u8 Products Installation and
User Guide
Covers u8 terminal and u8 ODU configurations
Document number: 700-00121-000 revA
17 September 2020

Table of contents
1 Introduction 3
2 General considerations 4
2.1 Reduce the risk of RF exposure 4
2.2 Prevent RF interference 4
2.3 Prevent magnetic interference 5
2.4 Check electrical systems for safety 5
2.5 Site selection 5
2.6 QR code 7
3 Mount and power the u8 8
3.1 Connect the cables to the u8 ODU 9
4 Power on the u8 and access the antenna 10
4.1 Power on the u8 terminal and access the antenna 10
4.2 Power on the u8 ODU and access the antenna 11
4.3 Open the shroud access panel 11
4.4 Obtain u8 antenna status information 12
5 Provision and commission the u8 13
5.1 u8 terminal with Kymeta™ Broadband 13
5.2 u8 ODU or terminal without Kymeta™ Broadband 13
6 Set up the u8 terminal secondary SIM 14
7 u8 antenna orientation setup 15
8 u8 common troubleshooting steps 17
9 Customer support 18
10 Revision history 18
11 Copyright and trademark information 18
Appendix A. Kymeta u8 terminal cabling 19
Appendix B. Kymeta u8 ODU cabling 20
Appendix C. LED status indicators 21

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1 Introduction
This document contains important step-by-step details for the installation and setup of the Kymeta™ u8 terminal and
Kymeta™ u8 outdoor unit (ODU). Read this document in its entirety.
For information on the Kymeta u8 antenna web-based user interface and instructions on checking the antenna status,
refer to 700-00139-000 Kymeta™ u8 antenna software user guide.
For your safety, read 700-00122-000 Kymeta™ u8 products safety and handling guide before beginning installation.

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2 General considerations
Before beginning installation, read 700-00122-000 Kymeta™ u8 products safety and handling guide and ensure you
have all the installation hardware and tools required for u8 terminal assembly. Refer to the installation instructions
shipped with the u8 product kits. Installation tools are not provided with the product.
Place a piece of foam, fabric, or non-abrasive material on the clean flat surface to prevent marks or damage to the face of
the u8 antenna. Lift the u8 out of the case with two people (one person on each side), keeping the u8 parallel to the floor,
and lay it face down on the surface.
During installation, avoid obstructing the air intake screens or drain holes.
2.1 Reduce the risk of RF exposure
Install the u8 ODU or u8 terminal in an area above accessible range of personnel within the operational range of the
antenna to reduce the risk of RF exposure. Mount the terminal in an area that has limited access by people and does not
allow for people to pass through the path of the antenna beam in any direction the antenna beam may point.
2.2 Prevent RF interference
Do not install the u8 ODU or u8 terminal closer to radar equipment than the minimum safe distance specified in the
700-00122-000 Kymeta™ u8 products safety and handling guide. It may cause damage to the ODU.

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2.3 Prevent magnetic interference
Proximity to magnetic interference caused by motors, fans, or ferrous metals may increase acquisition times. Install the
u8 ODU or u8 terminal as far as possible from any equipment or materials that may cause magnetic interference for
faster acquisition times.
2.4 Check electrical systems for safety
Prior to installation, check that:
the ODU or terminal is grounded;
the electrical power is disconnected from the ODU or terminal;
in an ODU configuration, electrical connections are made to the ODU first and then to the modem; and
the power switch is in the off position before connecting electrical power to the modem.
Practice basic electrical safety measures. Follow local, national, and other regulations with respect to these devices.
2.5 Site selection
Obstructing the direct path to the satellite degrades performance and may cause a loss of connection with the
satellite. The antenna should have a clear line of sight: 15° – 90° elevation (broadside to 75° scan angle), full 360°
azimuth (broadside to 75° scan angle).
Obstructing the face of the antenna degrades RF performance and could impair the GPS capability of the antenna.
Satellite reacquisition is most efficient if you install the antenna in direction of travel; refer to 7 u8 antenna
orientation setup for more details.
✎If you need support in assessing your mounting configuration, contact Kymeta customer support at
[e-mail] for additional information.
The following images show example installation sites.

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2.6 QR code
The u8 includes a QR code on the antenna communications module next to the LED status panel to show the as-built
configuration of the system.The following is an example of the information included in the QR code:
PRODUCT NAME:(E.G KYMETA U8 GEO TERMINAL, 20W)
PRODUCT_CODE: (E.G U8911-11113-P)
PRODUCT_SN: (E.G ABQ000K200624006)
ANTENNA SN: (E.G ABP511K200710025)
MODEM SN: (E.G 017806)
HD1 SN: (E.G 2937E989A746)
HD1 IMEI: (E.G 353533100504078)
IP ADDRESS: 192.168.44.2
SIM ID: (E.G. 890034011009200000000000000016259)

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3 Mount and power the u8
u8 terminals and u8 ODUs come with three non-terminated power cables exiting the shroud, as shown below:
Kymeta offers mounting solutions and power options for land-mobile and stationary installations of the u8 products
series. Depending on your installation specifics, follow the instructions provided with the mounting and power kits.
The u8 shroud includes the fan panel, the access panel, drain slots, and the egress for the cable bundles. Before
mounting the unit, you can open and remove the shroud without affecting the warranty or IP-rating. Open the shroud if
you need to access the connections or cables inside including the RX, TX, and Ethernet cable jumper or the power cable
connector to install an AC-to-DC power kit. See 3.1 Connect the cables to the u8 ODU for details. Refer to Appendix
B. Kymeta u8 ODU cabling for the cabling diagram.
When mounting the u8, keep at least a 12 in. (305 mm) open distance behind the fans and a minimum single exhaust
zone vertically (up or down), horizontally (right or left), or some combination to minimize backpressure.
The table below describes what u8 accessory kits are available to meet your installation needs.
Product configuration Land-mobile installation Stationary installation
u8 terminal
(U8911-11113-0 or
U8911-12113-0)
u8 ODU
(U8901-00112-0)
u8 terminal vehicle power kit
(U8ACC-00001-0)
see 700-00111-000 Kymeta u8 terminal
vehicle power kit installation instructions
shipped with the kit for installation
instructions
u8 terminal vehicle mounting kit
(U8ACC-00003-0)
see 700-00141-000 Kymeta u8 vehicle
mounting kit installation guide shipped
with the kit to for installation instructions
AC-to-DC power kit
(U8ACC-00002-0)
see 700-00142-000 AC-to-DC power kit
installation instructions shipped with the
kit for installation instructions
universal mounting plate
(U8ACC-000004-0)
see 700-00143-000 Universal mounting
plate installation instructions shipped with
the kit for installation instructions

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3.1 Connect the cables to the u8 ODU
The RX, TX, and Ethernet cables are shipped in a separate bag and you need to connect them before mounting the unit.
Refer to Appendix B. Kymeta u8 ODU cabling for the cabling diagram.
1. Place Kymeta u8 ODU shroud-up on a soft surface to protect the radome.
2. Loosen the five M6 captive fasteners on the fan panel. Gently
remove the panel and reach under the shroud to disconnect the
fan cable (W47B), then place the fan panel aside.
3. Remove the eight M6 fasteners on the shroud using the T20 Torx
driver. Gently lift the shroud off the terminal and set it aside. Note
that the cable glands on either side of the fan panel are not fixed
to the shroud and must be removed to modify power cable
routing.
4. Install the RX, TX, and Ethernet cables. Ensure they are routed through the correct cable gland.
✎If you use the AC-to-DC power kit, switch the power jumper cable now, while the shroud is open.
5. Set the shroud back in place and ensure the cable glands are properly secured. Re-install the eight M6 fasteners
from Step 3 and torque to 7.0 N-m (5.16 ft.-lb.). These fasteners have a nylon patch so Loctite is not required.
6. Set the fan panel in place and reconnect W47B under the shroud. Tighten the five M6 captive screws and torque
to 1.5 N-m (1.1 ft.-lb.). These fasteners have a nylon patch, so Loctite is not required.
7. Mount the Kymeta u8 ODU as required.

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4 Power on the u8 and access the antenna
4.1 Power on the u8 terminal and access the antenna
1. Ensure the terminal is in place with view of the sky, preferably, according to the guidelines in 2.5 Site selection.
2. Check that all power cables are connected.
3. Power on the u8 terminal. You may hear the shroud fans power up, and then reduce speed.
4. Connect to the antenna's Wi-Fi. After 1-3 minutes, the Wi-Fi SSID of the terminal multi-WAN device becomes
active and available to interact with the terminal via the Kymeta Access application or Kymeta software
administrative web-based user interface (UI). Refer to the 700-00139-000 Kymeta™ u8 antenna software user
guide for details. Note: #### are four digits unique for each terminal.
Antenna Wi-Fi SSID Default password Purpose
Administrative
access Wi-Fi
u8_Admin_#### Gen2 for the
World.
(Including the period)
Terminal administration including
accessing the Kymeta antenna web-
based UI and modem commissioning
Data access
Wi-Fi
u8_Internet_#### Kymeta brings
us together.
(Including the period)
Applications like general internet
browsing or streaming services that
do not permit operations through a
VPN
Data access Wi-
Fi with session
continuity
u8_SFC_#### Kymeta brings
us together.
(Including the period)
Applications that require continuity
like Wi-Fi calls or video conferences
5. (optional) Access the u8 system for administration or monitoring. Full system status is available through the
Kymeta Access application. This application also connects you to other system components for Administration.
Administration access Username Password
The antenna is available at the IPaddress 192.168.44.2 admin 2Cfg^Ant
Before commissioning, the satellite modem is available at the IP address:
192.168.44.1
admin P@55w0rd!
After commissioning with Kymeta Broadband, the satellite modem is available at
the IP address: 192.168.44.1.
admin iDirect
6. (optional) Change your Wi-Fi passwords using Kymeta Access application.