MobilSat DATASAT 840 User manual

RV DataSat 840 - Operation Manual - V2.0 - 2.1.2016
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2015
RV DataSat 840 Operation Manual
Mobil Satellite Technologies
7/20/2015
RV DataSat 840 Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
Table of Figures ....................................................................................................................................... 3
System Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 5
RV DataSat 840 Antenna Mechanical Information................................................................................ 5
Azimuth........................................................................................................................................... 5
Elevation.......................................................................................................................................... 5
Skew................................................................................................................................................ 5
RV DataSat 840 Antenna Electrical Information ................................................................................... 5
Power Consumption ........................................................................................................................5
Evolution X5 Satellite Router Information ............................................................................................ 6
Interfaces ........................................................................................................................................6
Mechanical/Environmental.............................................................................................................. 6
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................................................7
System Overall Connection Diagram........................................................................................................ 8
Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Site Survey........................................................................................................................................... 9
Tools and Supplies ............................................................................................................................. 11
Materials Provided ............................................................................................................................ 11
Materials Not Provided...................................................................................................................... 11
System Installation ............................................................................................................................ 13
Normal Operation ................................................................................................................................. 21
Site Survey......................................................................................................................................... 21
System Operation.............................................................................................................................. 21

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Satellite Aquisition......................................................................................................................... 21
Stowing the system for travel ........................................................................................................ 22
Bandwidth Sign Up. ........................................................................................................................... 23
Controller Configuration........................................................................................................................ 27
DataSAT ACU-1 Satellite Antenna Controller Setup ............................................................................ 27
Confirming the ACU IP address ...................................................................................................... 28
Network Settings ........................................................................................................................... 28
RF Settings..................................................................................................................................... 29
Dish Calibration ............................................................................................................................. 29
Toubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 32
Azimuth Overcurrent......................................................................................................................... 32
Incorrect or blank GPS values ............................................................................................................ 32
Inside the RV ................................................................................................................................. 32
On the Antenna ............................................................................................................................. 32
Emergency Operation........................................................................................................................ 33
Elevation........................................................................................................................................ 34
Azimuth......................................................................................................................................... 34
Skew.............................................................................................................................................. 34
Support and Assistance ......................................................................................................................... 35
Mobil Satellite Technologies business location .................................................................................. 35
Assistance Options available.............................................................................................................. 35
Technical Support hours of operation ................................................................................................ 35
Technical Support assistance process ................................................................................................ 35
Table of Figures
Figure 1 - Caution Symbol - Denotes a potential hazard ........................................................................... 7
Figure 2 - RF Hazard Caution Sign - Sample .............................................................................................. 7
Figure 3 - System Connection Diagram ....................................................................................................8
Figure 4 - Antenna Clearance................................................................................................................. 10
Figure 5 - Antenna Aligned .................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 6 - Under Antenna Sealer............................................................................................................ 14
Figure 7 - Antenna Screws Installed ....................................................................................................... 15

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Figure 8 - Control Cable Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................ 16
Figure 9 - Control Cable Stripped length ................................................................................................ 16
Figure 10 - Proper condition of Molex connections................................................................................ 16
Figure 11 - Antenna Junction Box........................................................................................................... 17
Figure 12 - Clamshell ............................................................................................................................. 18
Figure 13 –Sample Antenna Install Picture ............................................................................................ 20
Figure 14 - DataSAT ACU-1 .................................................................................................................... 21
Figure 15 - Insta-Sat 1............................................................................................................................ 23
Figure 16 - Insta-Sat 2............................................................................................................................ 23
Figure 17 - Insta-Sat 3............................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 18 - Insta-Sat 4............................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 19 - Insta-Sat 5............................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 20 - Insta-Sat 6............................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 21 - Insta-Sat 7............................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 22 - Insta-Sat 8............................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 23 - ACU-1 Controller Initial Screen ............................................................................................. 27
Figure 24 - Compatible Web Browsers................................................................................................... 27
Figure 25 - Controller Front Page ........................................................................................................... 27
Figure 26 - Controller Front Panel - IP .................................................................................................... 28
Figure 27 - Controller Front Panel - IP .................................................................................................... 28
Figure 28 - Controller Network Settings ................................................................................................. 28
Figure 29 - Controller RF Settings........................................................................................................... 29
Figure 30 - Controller - Calibration......................................................................................................... 30
Figure 31 - Controller - Searching........................................................................................................... 30
Figure 32 - Controller - Optimizing......................................................................................................... 31
Figure 33 - Controller - Complete........................................................................................................... 31
Figure 34 - GPS Connections .................................................................................................................. 33

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System Specifications
RV DataSat 840 Antenna Mechanical Information
Azimuth
Total Travel 374 degrees
Total Travel Time 59 seconds
Degrees per second 6.4 degrees/second
Counts per degree 11.1790909
Total Travel Counts 4166 counts
Elevation
Total Travel 159.3 degrees
Total Travel Time 45 seconds
Degrees per second 3.5 degrees/second
Counts per degree 18.61818167
Total Travel Counts 2966 counts
Max Travel Elevation 84 degrees –Sat Look Angle
Stowed Position -75.3 degrees –Sat Look Angle
Skew
Total Travel 122 degrees (+/- 61 degrees from zero)
Total Travel Time 12.5 seconds
Degrees per second 9.76 degrees/second
Counts per degree 6.6432683
Total Travel Counts 817 counts
RV DataSat 840 Antenna Electrical Information
Power Consumption
Off = .06 Amps
Idle = .10 - .12 Amps
Searching = .20 - 43 Amps

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Evolution X5 Satellite Router Information
Interfaces
SatCom Interfaces
TX Out: Type-F, 950–1700 MHz, +7dBm/-35dBm RX In: Type-F, 950–2150 MHz, -5dBm
(max) composite/ -125+10*log(Fsym)dBm (min) single carrier
Software controllable 10 MHz reference on TX Out and TX In ports
BUC IFL Interface
+24V, max. 70W, (120W PSU) (please refer to X5 Installation Manual for full list of
supported BUCs)
LNB IFL Interface
+19V (Nominal), 500mA max DiSEqC (Voltage 14V/19V + 22KHz tone)
Data Interfaces
LAN: Single 10/100, 802.1q VLAN RS-232: RJ45 (Console connection )
Protocols Supported
TCP, UDP, ACL, ICMP, IGMP, RIP Ver2, Static Routes, NAT, DHCP, DHCP Helper, Local
DNS Caching, OpenAMIP, cRTP and GRE
Traffic Engineering
Group QoS, QoS (Priority Queuing and CBWFQ), Strict Priority Queuing, Application Based
QoS, Minimum CIR, CIR (Static and Dynamic), Rate Limiting
Other Features
Built-in Automatic Uplink Power, Frequency and Timing Control, Authentication, Spread
Spectrum** , Antenna Control Interface (OpenAMIP)
Mechanical/Environmental
Size
W 11.5 in (29.2 cm) x D 9.9 in (25.1 cm) x H 2 in (5.1cm)
Weight
4.4 lbs (1.99 Kg)
Operating Temperature
0˚ to +50˚C (32˚ to +122˚F) at Sea Level with temperature gradient of 1˚C per 1 min
0˚ to +45˚C (32˚ to +113˚F) at 10,000 Feet with temperature gradient of 1˚C per 1 min
For ODU power consumption <70W (please refer to X5 Installation Manual for details)
Humidity Max
90% non-condensing humidity
Input Voltage
100–240 VAC Universal Input, 2A, 50–60 Hz
Radio Standards
EN 301-428 v1.3.1 —Ku-Band System Level Specification EN 301-443 v1.3.1 —C-Band
System Level Specification
Safety Standards
Complies with IEC 60950, EN 60950-1, UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No.60950-1-03
Emission Standard
Complies with EN 55022 Class B, FCC Part 15 Class B, CISPR 22 Class B, EN 61000-3-2,
EN 61000-3-3
EMC/Immunity Standard
Complies with EN 55024, EN 301-489-1, EN 301-489-12, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN
61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-11
Certification
FCC, CE, and RoHS Compliant
*Not supported for use with DVB-S2 outbound in iDX 3.0 and above
iDirect • 13861 Sunrise Valley Drive, Herndon, VA 20171 • Tel: [phone] +1 866.345.0983 • www.idirect.net

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Safety Instructions
Figure 1 - Caution Symbol - Denotes a potential hazard
Do not stand in front of the antenna during operation. This area is considered a Radio
Frequency Hazard. It is highly recommended you post a RF Hazard sign such as the one
below.
Figure 2 - RF Hazard Caution Sign - Sample
If using a generator be sure that it is stable and full of fuel prior to connecting the
satellite electronics.
Prevent access to the area occupied by the antenna with hazard cones and safety tape
to prevent personnel from running into the exposed boom.
Power must be disconnected or unplugged prior to disconnecting or connecting any
cables.
Follow all recommended shipping requirements to prevent equipment damage.
All electronic equipment is susceptible to breakage from power surges. We recommend
you install a battery backup with a line conditioner applicable to your vehicle.
While transporting equipment on rough terrain move slow to prevent excessive
vibration or shock to mounted electronic equipment.
Do not ship the equipment upside down as damage will occur.
WARNING: Damage resulting from a failure to observe any of the Safety
Instructions listed in this manual is NOT covered under warranty.

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System Overall Connection Diagram
Figure 3 - System Connection Diagram

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Installation
A professional installation is always recommended. If you choose to self install the antenna or use local
labor the following information applies.
NOTE: This guide is not meant to replace a professional installer and in no way represents a definitive
guide on system installation. Other steps may be necessary to successfully complete the installation of
your satellite antenna at your chosen location. Proceed at your own risk.
Site Survey
1. Identify where the electronics will be stored inside the vehicle.
Caution: The electronics cabinet needs to be well ventilated. We recommend a
louvered door or open cabinet.
Caution: Be careful to ensure that power is available or can be run to the selected
location.
2. Identify the location where you will drill a hole to pass wiring from inside to outside of your
vehicle.
Caution: Vehicle construction varies greatly. If you are unsure of how to safely drill
through your vehicle roof or cap obtain a professional installation.
3. Identify where the antenna will be mounted on the roof.
Caution: All interconnecting cables come standard at 30 feet long. Ensure no more than
25 feet between the electronics and the antenna on the roof. This will allow for a required 3
to 5 foot long service loop. CABLES CANNOT BE CUT OR EXTENDED without rendering your
system non operational. Excess cable should be stored and securely fastened where it will not
be damaged.
4. Prior to installing the antenna system verify there is sufficient operating space. The antenna
rotates in a 360 degree circle projecting 40 inches from the center of the circular antenna base
as shown in Figure 4.
Caution: Pay particular attention to protrusions from the roof such as air conditioning
units, rack structures or other antennas.

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Figure 4 - Antenna Clearance
5. If the surface where the antenna is to be installed is weak or flexible, metal sheeting must be
installed to stiffen the roof and prevent the antenna from flexing.
Caution: A mounting surface that flexes will cause the mounting screws to work loose
potentially causing the antenna to break free.
6. If the surface where the antenna is to be installed is not flat, a flat supporting structure must be
built.
Caution: A mounting surface that is not flat will cause undue stress on the mounting
screws potentially causing the antenna to break free.
7. Antenna weight should be distributed over support or cross beams. If you are unable to
distribute weight then plating should be placed under the entire frame, drill holes through the