Nera Saturn B User manual

148 x 195 mm
Saturn B Extended Services
Operator`s Manual
Supplement to
Saturn B Operator`s Manual
• Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17
• Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module
• Saturn Bm Dual Antenna

Saturn B Enhanced
Bitrate Module
Maintenance
Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17
Saturn Bm Dual Antenna
Introduction
Saturn B Extended Services – Supplement to Saturn B Operator’s Manual
Doc. No. 105530 Rev. 1.04 11/04
Introduction
General ............................................................... 5
InmarsatLeaseModeCN17 ................................ 5
SaturnBEnhanced Bitrate Module...................... 6
Saturn Bm Dual Antenna functions ..................... 9
SaturnBrenter/ownerLevel ...............................11
Installation of paid functions ............................. 12
Activation of paid functions ............................... 13
Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17
Operation ............................................................... 17
CallthroughpreselectedLeaseGatewayLES ... 17
Callfromtelephone ........................................... 18
Terrestrialnetwork............................................. 19
Priority calls ...................................................... 19
Lease satellite positions.................................... 20
ConfiguringLeaseGatewayLES ....................... 22
SelectingOcean Region /switching mode......... 23
Appendices ............................................................ 25
LeaseModecoveragemap................................ 25
LeaseModeazimuthmap ................................. 26
LeaseModeelevationmap................................ 27
NormalModecoveragemap .............................. 28
NormalModeazimuthmap................................ 29
NormalModeelevationmap .............................. 30
Distressalarm................................................... 31
Saturn B Enhanced
Bitrate Module
Installation.............................................................. 35
InterfaceConverterUnit - ICU ........................... 36
ComtechModem-CDM-550T ........................... 37
RFinstallation................................................... 37
ConnectorsonInterface Converter Unit-ICU.... 40
Operatingmodes.................................................... 42
InterfaceConverterUnit - ICU ........................... 42
Fixed...................................................................... 44
Hotline call-configuration ................................. 45
Hotline call- activation ...................................... 49
Manualcall from ICU- configuration.................. 51
Manualcall fromICU -activation....................... 55
Manualcall from Handset- activation................ 57
DemandAssignmentServices................................ 60
VariableBandwidthSystem (VBS) and
VariableBitrate(CN17Ext) ................................ 60
Variable BandwidthService (vbs) ...................... 61
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Saturn B Extended Services
© Nera SatCom AS, 2004
This manual complies with MCU software version no. 7.30
0434/00
A MEMBER OF CIRM
VariableBandwidthService (vbs) -
hotlineactivation ............................................... 63
VariableBandwidthService (vbs) -
manual call setup.............................................. 68
VariableBitrate(cn17ext).................................. 69
CN17Extension(cn17ext)-
hotlineactivation ............................................... 69
CN17Extension(cn17ext)-
manual call setup.............................................. 74
Saturn Bm Dual Antenna
Installation.............................................................. 77
Connectingup................................................... 77
Antennaswitchover ........................................... 78
DualAntennaSwitchpowerup .......................... 78
Setting up cut-out zones ................................... 81
Configuration..................................................... 83
Maintenance 85

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Introduction
Introduction
Figure 1 Lease Mode communication path.
Example:
Saturn Bm
Marine Lease
ateway
LES
Display
Handset
Path established by
Saturn B terminal via
satellite
Telephone(s)
Local PABX
Data/modem
communication (option)
Saturn B
Data
Network
Telephone
Network
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modem
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General
In addition to regular Inmarsat-B services, Saturn B equipment with
software for Extended Services provides as follows:
•Inmarsat-B Lease Mode CN17
•Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module
Inmarsat-B Lease Mode and Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module
are special services provided by some LESOs.
•Saturn Bm Dual Antenna functions
The services are generally operated through global beam of
Inmarsat’s spare satellites (Inmarsat I2 and spare I3 satellites),
however, Saturn B may operate on I3 Spotbeams if allocated.
Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17
Inmarsat offers operation for parties who want to establish closed
network services. CN17 is a system for long term communication.
The Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17 offers the same service (less
Distress) as with Saturn B in Inmarsat Normal Mode.
The Lease Gateway LES generally only offers 16 kbps Voice and
64 kbps High Speed Data services.

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Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module
Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module (EBM) requires installation of
an Interface Converter Unit (ICU) and an External Modem unit.
EBM is a system for long term communication over a leased satellite
channel. Initiation of lease service is by selection of speed, type of
modulation and channel (frequency) both at the MES and LES.
The system is open for operation through Inmarsat’s lease satellites
only.
•For operation, please note that Saturn B needs to be
commissioned for this service.
•If Saturn B is commissioned for Inmarsat normal mode, the IMN
Numbers registered for the terminal remain unchanged for use in
normal mode.
Saturn B with Enhanced Bitrate Module (EBM) offers three different
services:
•Fixed
•Variable Bandwidth System (VBS)
•Variable Bit Rate (CN17Ext)
Fixed
The Fixed service is a manual operation where frequency, speed etc.
is agreed upon with the Lease Gateway LES and set up manually
each time you initiate a connection.
Introduction cont`d
Introduction cont'd
•Saturn B equipment provided with software capability for Inmarsat
Lease Mode Services.
•No extra additional hardware is needed, however, a Lease Mode
Opening Key is required.
•For operation, please note that Saturn B needs to be
commissioned for this service.
•If Saturn B also is commissioned for Inmarsat normal mode, the
IMN Numbers registered for the terminal remain unchanged for
use in normal mode.

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Introduction cont`d
Introduction cont'd
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Saturn B
NERA
Satellite
Modem
RF
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Saturn Bm Marine Saturn Bt2 TransporterSaturn Bf
Router
Saturn B
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Figure 2 Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module system.

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Introduction cont'd
Introduction cont`d
Variable Bandwidth System (VBS), and
Variable Bit Rate (CN17Ext)
VBS is a Telenor/COMSAT LES system implementation, whereas
CN17Ext is a Nera/Stratos system implementation. They provide
ship-to-shore and shore-to-ship dial-up service. Selection of speed,
channel etc. is automatic, based on request and available service
(channel/speed).
The systems include frequency management at the LES for optimum
use of leased channel(s). The VBS and CN17Ext systems are based
onextended Inmarsat signalling.
The services are open for operation through Inmarsat’s lease
satellites only.
Opening Keys
The opening keys required to activate the Lease Mode modules are
indicated below:
Fixed
CN17Ext
Nera/Stratos
VBS
Comsat/Telenor
EBM pin code
VBS pin codeNo extra pin code No extra pin code
Saturn B
EBM
Lease Mode
S.W. ev. 7.30
Lease mode pin code
CN17
No extra pin code
Figure 3 System opening keys.

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Figure 4 Dual Antenna system.
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ON
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SHIFT
Saturn B
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Saturn B
NERA
Antenna-B
MCU-A
Dual Antenna Switch
DAS
Antenna-A
MCU-B
RF RF
Control
Saturn Bm Dual Antenna functions
Saturn Bm equipment with Antenna ADE Mk2 version (with electronic
sensors) and CTRL SW Series 7.12 and up, may be modified for
DualAntennaoperation.
Opening Keys
•Opening Key for Inmarsat Lease Mode is required for operation in
Inmarsat Lease Mode and Dual Antenna operation.
•No Opening Key is required for Dual Antenna Operation.
System
A Dual Antenna system comprises two separate Saturn Bm
installations and a Dual Antenna Switch (DAS).
A Rotary Joint Kit, part 101210 is required for both Saturn Bm
Antennas. The Dual Antenna system is only functional for Inmarsat
Lease Mode operations.
Introduction cont`d
Introduction cont'd

Saturn B Extended Services10
The Dual Antenna Switch allows the MCU-A (dedicated as MASTER)
to select one of the two antennas for satellite communication.
For further details, see Dual Antenna description later in this manual.
Introduction cont'd
Introduction cont`d

Saturn B Extended Services 11
ON
SET USER
LEVEL
12
ENTER
FUNC
ON
LEVEL:
USER
1
ABC
ENTER
2
DEF
PLAY
ON
LEVEL:
?
3
HI
ENTER
ON
LEVEL:
RENTER
ON
PASSWORD
?
ENTER
ESC
3x
2
DEF
PLAY
1
ABC
6
PQR
4
JKL
5
MNO
3
HI
Saturn B renter/owner Level
The Saturn B terminals provide the following access levels in addition
to USER (1) level and OPERATOR (2) level:
•RENTER (3), and
•OWNER (4)
The RENTER and OWNER levels are protected by passwords.
The default password for both levels is 1 2 3 4 5 6.
Password protection can be used to restrict operative functions to
different parameter levels, e.g.:
•level 4 (OWNER) allowed to change setup.
•level 3 (RENTER) allowed to read data.
•level 2 (OPERATOR) given no access to reading or setup.
•level 1 (USER) has standard minimum operational functions.
These restrictions can be applied according to function, e.g.:
the RENTER level can be allowed to configure the ASD function, but
restricted to reading only in the access code function.
An individual password may be assigned to level 3 and 4 using the "SET
PASSWORD" function no.13, see the Saturn B Data Service manual.
To set access level:
1 Select SET USER LEVEL function (12):
2Display the current level:
3Key in operator level ref. number,
e.g. 3 (RENTER):
3=RENTER, 4=OWNER
4Key in the current password for this
level (the default password
is 1 2 3 4 5 6):
5 The terminal is now set to RENTER LEVEL:
This level is active until a new level is set or the
terminal is switched off. Therefore, set the level
back to USER when finished with your operations.
and revert to IDLE:
Introduction cont'd
Introduction cont`d

Saturn B Extended Services12
Installationofpaidfunctions
When purchasing one or a set of Optional Enhanced Functions, an
"Opening Key" will be provided that cause the function(s) to be in-
stalled.
Proceed as under "To set access level":
1Select SET USER LEVEL function (12)
2Display current level
3At the "LEVEL" prompt, key in 5 9 6.
4At the "PASSWORD" prompt, key in the "Opening Key" provided by
theagent.
The function(s) are now installed.
5Activate the function using the ENHANCED SETUP function (89),
see next page.
Introduction cont`d
Introduction cont'd

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LIST
LIST
LIST
FUNC
ON
9
LI HT
YZÆ
8
VWX
TAX
ENHAN ED
SETUP
89
ON
HARGE TONE
PASSIVE
ON
LEASE MODE
PASSIVE
1
ABC
ON
STATUS
1
ENTER
2
DEF
PLAY
ENTER
ON
SETUP OPE.
2
ENTER
ON
LEASE MODE
A TIVE
LIST
ON
OMSAT_VBS
PASSIVE
1
ABC
ON
STATUS
1
ENTER
2
DEF
PLAY
ENTER
ON
SETUP OPE.
2
ENTER
ON
OMSAT VBS
A TIVE
ON
NERA_EBM
PASSIVE
ESC
3x
ON
NERA_EBM
A TIVE
1
ABC
ON
STATUS
1
ENTER
ENTER
2
DEF
PLAY
3
HI
ENTER
ENTER
ON
SETUP OPE.
2
UPDATE OPE.
3
Activationofpaidfunctions
The Inmarsat-B Lease Mode CN17, Saturn B Enhanced Bitrate Module and Variable
Bandwidth System must be activated to allow operation and configuration:
1Select ENHANCED SETUP
function (89),
and
scroll down to LEASE MODE PASSIVE:
2Select LEASE MODE status:
0=passive,1=active
3Assign operation access level:
2=operator,3=renter,4=owner
4Activate the LEASE MODE function:
5Scroll down to COMSAT_VBS PASSIVE:
6Change the COMSAT_VBS status:
0=passive,1=active
7Assign operation access level:
8Activate the COMSAT_VBS function:
9Scroll down to NERA_EBM PASSIVE:
10Change the NERA_EBM status:
0=passive,1=active
11 Assign operation access level:
andupdatelevel:
12Activate the NERA_EBM function:
Revert to IDLE:
Introduction cont`d
Introduction cont'd

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Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17 15
LEASE MODE CN17LEASE MODE CN17
LEASE MODE CN17
CONTENTS
Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17
Operation............................................................ 17
Call through preselected Lease Gateway LES17
Call from telephone ....................................... 18
Terrestrial network ......................................... 19
Priority calls ................................................... 19
Lease satellite positions................................. 20
Configuring Lease Gateway LES................... 22
Selecting Ocean Region / switching mode..... 23
Appendices......................................................... 25
Lease Mode coverage map ........................... 25
Lease Mode azimuth map ............................. 26
Lease Mode elevation map............................ 27
Normal Mode coverage map ......................... 28
Normal Mode azimuth map............................ 29
Normal Mode elevation map.......................... 30
Distress alarm ............................................... 31
INMARSATLEASE MODE CN17

Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17 17
LEASE MODE CN17LEASE MODE CN17
LEASE MODE CN17
SPC
2
DEF
PLAY
1
ABC
3
HI
5
MNO
6
PQR
5
MNO
FUNC
Lease mode signal
strength indication
ON
Lease Gateway
LES
57
ON
AOR-E
LES 801
1
ESC
3x
7
STU
ENTER
LEASE MODE
Dial TphNO+
ON
4
JKL
ESC
ON
LEASE MODE
Dial TphNO+
ON
ON
LES 801
123456
Call through preselected Lease Gateway LES
•Ready for operation:
1Key in the telephone
number, e.g.:
(Closed Networks will have
different numbering plans)
2Initiate the call:
Slow beeps are heard during call setup.
The square indicator appears when LES
has accepted the call.
Ringing tone is heard until answer.
3Clear the call when finished:
To check the Lease Gateway LES
in the current Ocean Region:
(To modify, see
"Configuring Lease Gateway")
and revert:
Operation
Call from Display Handset

Inmarsat Lease Mode CN1718
LEASE MODE CN17LEASE MODE CN17
LEASE MODE CN17
Call from telephone
A telephone is used for basic telephone calls. Control of functions
and other facilities must be done from the Display Handset.
Call through preselected Lease Gateway LES
123456
routes the call via the preselected Gate-
way LES.
For subscriber number, see the specific Closed Network numbering
plan.
Last number redialing
0
retransmits the last number*.
Short number dialing (prefix 23)
2315
fetches and sends the telephone number stored
under short number 15*.
*Also applies when dialing from Display Handset.
Call from telephone
Operation cont’d

Inmarsat Lease Mode CN17 19
LEASE MODE CN17LEASE MODE CN17
LEASE MODE CN17
Terrestrial Network and
Priority Calls
Terrestrial network
Dialing through a selected terrestrial network is only possible using
the preselected Lease Gateway LES.
The selected network number may be in the range 0 to 127.
Example of call through preselected Lease Gateway, and network 1:
Priority calls
The following call priority levels are recognized by the Inmarsat
system: 0–Routine
1–Safety
2–Urgent
Saturn B normally transmits calls with priority 0: Routine.
Whether you are using the Display Handset or a telephone, dialing *1
or *2ahead of the ordinary call digits gives the call priority 1 or 2
respectively.
Assignment of priority level is only possible using preselected Lease
Gateway LES and selected network.
Example of priority 1 call through the Lease Gateway LES, e.g. 801:
1
LEASE GATEWAY LES
PSDN NETWO K P OVIDE
CLOSED NETWO K NUMBE
108 1 2 3 4 5 6
11108
LEASE GATEWAY LES
PSDN NETWO K P OVIDE
P IO ITY
123456
Terrestrial and network priority calls
Operation cont’d

Inmarsat Lease Mode CN1720
LEASE MODE CN17LEASE MODE CN17
LEASE MODE CN17
Lease satellite positions
The System Information subfunction no. 45 provides the position of
the present Lease Mode satellites.
See also Appendix, Lease Mode Satellite Coverage Map.
Note!
Lease Mode users operating manually pointed or directly pointed
antennas must keep themselves informed about satellite position
changes.
To update satellite position data, see next page.
Current Lease Mode satellite positions
1Select LEASE SAT POS
function (45):
2ENTER list of Ocean Regions:
Scroll down through the list,
as required.
and revert:
ON
LEASE SATPOS
OceanReg
45
ESC
LIST
LIST
FUNC
3x
4JKL 5MNO
ON
AOR-W
98 WEST
ON
AOR-E
25 EAST
ON
POR
142 WEST
ON
IOR
109 EAST
ENTER
Lease Satellite position
Operation cont’d