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HyperTrack™
Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Software Instruction Manual
Quasonix, Inc.
6025 Schumacher Park Dr.
West Chester, OH 45069
15 December, 2022
*** Revision 1.0 ***
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Table of Contents
1Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Description ................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Nomenclature .............................................................................................................................. 2
1.2.1 Options .................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2.2 Detailed Option Descriptions................................................................................................... 3
1.2.2.1 Auto Stow AS ................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.2.2 Ethernet Camera CA........................................................................................................ 3
1.2.2.3 Fiber Optic System Control FC ........................................................................................ 3
1.2.2.4 Fiber Optic RF FR ............................................................................................................ 3
1.2.2.5 Differential GPS GP ......................................................................................................... 3
1.2.2.6 Gyroscope/IMU GY .......................................................................................................... 4
1.2.2.7 Pedestal Spacer PS ......................................................................................................... 4
1.2.2.8 Reinforced Backup Structure RB ..................................................................................... 4
1.2.2.9 Tripod TR ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.2.10 Uplink Transmitter TX .................................................................................................. 4
2Specifications......................................................................................................................................... 5
3Safety..................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Warning and Caution Statements................................................................................................ 6
3.1.1 Warning ................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.2 Caution .................................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Electromagnetic Radiation Hazards and Precautions ................................................................. 7
3.3 Operational Safety Summary....................................................................................................... 7
3.4 Maintenance Operations Safety Summary .................................................................................. 7
3.5 Hazardous Components .............................................................................................................. 7
3.6 Safety Summary .......................................................................................................................... 7
4Software Overview................................................................................................................................. 9
4.1  ............................................................................................ 9

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4.1.1 HTAC Touch Screen Display ................................................................................................ 10
4.1.2 HTAC Communications Architecture .................................................................................... 11
4.1.3 Client Computer Graphical User Interface (GUI) .................................................................. 11
4.1.4 HTAC Security....................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.5 Graphical User Interface (GUI) Overview ............................................................................. 15
4.2 Graphical User Interface (GUI) Overview.................................................................................. 17
4.2.1 Main Screen, Tool Bar........................................................................................................... 18
4.2.1.1  ............................................................................................ 18
4.2.1.2 HTAC Communications Status ......................................................................................... 18
4.2.1.3 HTAC Logging Function.................................................................................................... 19
4.2.1.3.1 Logging Enable........................................................................................................ 19
4.2.1.3.2 Log Settings............................................................................................................. 20
4.2.1.3.3 Log File Management .............................................................................................. 23
4.2.1.4 Status and Indicator Window ............................................................................................ 24
4.2.1.5 Settings Window ............................................................................................................... 26
4.2.1.5.1 Client Preferences ................................................................................................... 28
4.2.1.5.2 Mission..................................................................................................................... 32
4.2.1.5.3 Hardware ................................................................................................................. 44
4.2.1.6 Tools ................................................................................................................................. 53
4.2.1.6.1 True North................................................................................................................ 54
4.2.1.6.2 Handwheel Test....................................................................................................... 59
4.2.1.6.3 Joystick Test ............................................................................................................ 60
4.2.1.6.4 Scope Recorder....................................................................................................... 61
4.2.1.6.5 Change Password ................................................................................................... 62
4.2.1.6.6 Manage Users (Administrators Only) ...................................................................... 62
4.2.1.6.7 Restart HTAC .......................................................................................................... 65
4.2.1.6.8 Shutdown HTAC ...................................................................................................... 65
4.2.1.7 Help Window ..................................................................................................................... 66
4.2.1.7.1 Contact .................................................................................................................... 66
4.2.1.7.2 Version..................................................................................................................... 67
4.2.1.7.3 Firmware Update ..................................................................................................... 68
4.2.1.7.4 Client Software (GUI) Update.................................................................................. 70
4.2.1.8 View .................................................................................................................................. 70
4.2.1.8.1 Standard .................................................................................................................. 71
4.2.1.8.2 Tracking ................................................................................................................... 72
4.2.1.8.3 Motion Tuning .......................................................................................................... 73
4.2.1.8.4 Scope....................................................................................................................... 73
4.2.1.8.5 Motion Test .............................................................................................................. 74
4.2.2 Graphical User Interface (GUI), Front Panel Quick Open..................................................... 76

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4.2.3 Graphical User Interface (GUI), Front Panel Detail............................................................... 77
4.2.3.1 Axis Status ........................................................................................................................ 78
4.2.3.2 Tracking Error Meter ......................................................................................................... 80
4.2.3.3 RSSI.................................................................................................................................. 82
4.2.3.3.1 RSSI A. Rx Threshold.............................................................................................. 83
4.2.3.3.2 RSSI Auto Rx Off..................................................................................................... 83
4.2.3.3.3 Gain ......................................................................................................................... 83
4.2.3.3.4 RSSI Active Frequency ........................................................................................... 83
4.2.3.3.5 RSSI Receivers ....................................................................................................... 83
4.2.3.4 Mode Control..................................................................................................................... 89
4.2.3.4.1 Servo ....................................................................................................................... 89
4.2.3.4.2 Modes of Operation .................................................................................................90
4.2.3.4.3 Camera Icon ............................................................................................................ 95
4.2.3.5 Azimuth and Elevation Input Control Windows ................................................................. 96
4.2.3.5.1 HW (Handwheel) Position ....................................................................................... 96
4.2.3.5.2 HW (Handwheel) Velocity........................................................................................ 96
4.2.3.5.3 JS (Joystick) Velocity............................................................................................... 96
4.2.3.6 Lower Tool Bar.................................................................................................................. 96
4.2.3.6.1 Time Synchronization Status................................................................................... 97
4.2.4 Optional EquipmentAuto Stow Assembly .......................................................................... 98
5Maintenance Instructions ................................................................................................................... 102
6Product Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 103
6.1 Quasonix Limited Warranty Statement.................................................................................... 103
6.1.1 Extended Warranties ........................................................................................................... 104
7Technical Support and RMA Requests.............................................................................................. 105
8Appendix A -  ..................................................................................... 106
8.1  .......................................................................................................... 107
8.2  ................................................................................................... 107
8.3 Standard Controller Features .................................................................................................. 108
8.4  .......................................................................................... 109
8.4.1 Interference Recognition ..................................................................................................... 109
8.4.2 Intelligent Gain Control (IGC) .............................................................................................. 109
8.4.3 Incidental AM Rejection....................................................................................................... 110

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8.4.4  ........................................................................................................... 111
8.4.5 Dynamic Tracking Loop Bandwidth Control ........................................................................ 113
8.4.6 Automatic Setup .................................................................................................................. 114
8.4.7 Ground Station Analyzer (GSA) .......................................................................................... 114
8.4.7.1 Go/No-Go........................................................................................................................ 116
8.4.7.2 Automatic G/T Measurement .......................................................................................... 116
8.4.7.3 Antenna Dynamic Response .......................................................................................... 116
8.4.7.4 Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 116
8.4.7.4.1 Auto-Phasing ......................................................................................................... 117
8.4.7.4.2 End-to-end RF Verification .................................................................................... 117
8.4.7.4.3 Interference Survey ............................................................................................... 117
9Appendix B Acronym List................................................................................................................ 118
List of Figures
 ...................................................................................... 2
Figure 2: Example Warning Statement ......................................................................................................... 6
Figure 3: Example Caution Statement .......................................................................................................... 6
Figure 4: Windows 10 Pro System About Page............................................................................................ 9
Figure 5: HyperTrackAntenna Control Unit, Front Panel ....................................................................... 10
Figure 6: HyperTrackAntenna Control Unit, Back Panel........................................................................ 10
Figure 7: HTAC Communications Block Diagram....................................................................................... 11
Figure 8: Windows Desktop, User Interface Icon........................................................................................ 12
Figure 9: Server Selection Screen .............................................................................................................. 13
Figure 10: Login Screen.............................................................................................................................. 13
Figure 11: Login Screen, Used for General and Advanced Access ........................................................... 14
Figure 12: HyperTrackGraphical User Interface (GUI), Main Screen .................................................... 15
Figure 13: GUI Main Screen, Tool Bar........................................................................................................ 18
Figure 14: Server Selection Window........................................................................................................... 19
Figure 15: Tool Bar, Clipboard Icon ............................................................................................................ 19
Figure 16: Start Logging Window................................................................................................................ 20
Figure 17: Tool Bar, Clipboard Icon, Settings Selection ............................................................................. 20
Figure 18: Log SettingsTwo Examples with Different Settings Selected ................................................ 21
Figure 19: Log SettingsThree Channels Selected .................................................................................. 22

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Figure 20: Tool Bar, Clipboard Icon, File Management Selection .............................................................. 23
Figure 21: Log File Management Window .................................................................................................. 24
Figure 22: Tool Bar, Status Icon ................................................................................................................. 24
Figure 23: Status Window ........................................................................................................................... 25
Figure 24: Tool Bar, Settings Icon .............................................................................................................. 26
Figure 25: Settings Window ........................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 26: Mission Section, Track Parameter Selected and Settings Displayed........................................ 28
Figure 27: Client Preferences, Error MeterDisabled/Enabled Button ..................................................... 29
Figure 28: Client Preferences, Error Meter Enabled................................................................................... 30
Figure 29: Error Meter, Green Grid Lines ................................................................................................... 30
Figure 30: Client Preferences, Hand Wheels.............................................................................................. 31
Figure 31: Client Preferences, Joystick Parameters................................................................................... 32
Figure 32: Mission, Azimuth........................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 33: Mission, Elevation ...................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 34: Mission, Designates................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 35: Mission, DesignateAdd Designate ......................................................................................... 35
Figure 36: Mission, DesignateEdit Designate ......................................................................................... 36
Figure 37: Mission, DesignateRemove Designate .................................................................................. 36
Figure 38: Mode Control Selection and Designates Window ..................................................................... 37
Figure 39: Mission, Location ....................................................................................................................... 38
Figure 40: Mission, ReceiversAdd Receiver ........................................................................................... 39
Figure 41: Mission, ReceiversChannel Map............................................................................................ 40
Figure 42: Channel Map, Receiver Channel Drop Down Menu.................................................................. 41
Figure 43: Mission, SlavingAdd Slave Source ........................................................................................ 42
Figure 44: Mission, Status........................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 45: Mission, Track............................................................................................................................ 44
Figure 46: Hardware, General .................................................................................................................... 45
Figure 47: Hardware, Date and Time.......................................................................................................... 46
Figure 48: Hardware, Network .................................................................................................................... 47
Figure 49: Hardware, Azimuth .................................................................................................................... 48
Figure 50: Hardware, Elevation................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 51: Hardware, Stow ......................................................................................................................... 50
Figure 52: Hardware, Feed 1 ...................................................................................................................... 51
Figure 53: Hardware, Feed 2 ...................................................................................................................... 52
Figure 54: Hardware, Dehydrator ............................................................................................................... 53
Figure 55: Main Screen Tools Icon and Configurable Features List .......................................................... 53
Figure 56: True North Wizard, Introduction................................................................................................. 54

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Figure 57: True North Wizard, Select Method ............................................................................................ 55
Figure 58: True North Wizard, System Settings ......................................................................................... 55
Figure 59: True North Wizard, Channel Configuration ............................................................................... 56
Figure 60: True North Wizard, Enable Manual Mode ................................................................................. 57
Figure 61: True North Wizard, Find Sun ..................................................................................................... 57
Figure 62: True North Wizard, Track Sun ................................................................................................... 58
Figure 63: True North Wizard, Finished ...................................................................................................... 59
Figure 64: Hand Wheel Test Feedback Dial ............................................................................................... 60
Figure 65: Joystick Test, Red Dot in Center of Crosshairs......................................................................... 60
Figure 66: Tools, Scope Recorder .............................................................................................................. 61
Figure 67: Change Password...................................................................................................................... 62
Figure 68: Manage User Accounts ............................................................................................................. 63
Figure 69: Manage User Accounts, Add User ............................................................................................ 64
Figure 70: Manage User Accounts, Edit User............................................................................................. 64
Figure 71: Manage User Accounts, Reset Password ................................................................................. 65
Figure 72: HyperTrackRestart Window .................................................................................................. 65
Figure 73: HyperTrackShut Down Window ............................................................................................ 66
Figure 74: Tool Bar, Status Icon ................................................................................................................. 66
Figure 75: Help, Contact Tab ...................................................................................................................... 67
Figure 76: Help, Version Tab ...................................................................................................................... 67
Figure 77: Help, Firmware Update Tab....................................................................................................... 68
Figure 78: Windows Explorer with File Highlighted .................................................................................... 69
Figure 79: Firmware Update Status ............................................................................................................ 70
Figure 80: Main Screen, View Drop Down Menu........................................................................................ 71
Figure 81: HyperTrackGraphical User Interface (GUI), Main Screen .................................................... 71
Figure 82: Tracking History Charts ............................................................................................................. 72
Figure 83: Motion Tuning Charts ................................................................................................................ 73
Figure 84: Scope View ................................................................................................................................ 74
Figure 85: Motion Test ................................................................................................................................ 75
Figure 86: Motion Test Entry Parameters ................................................................................................... 75
Figure 87: GUI Quick Open Icon................................................................................................................. 76
Figure 88: GUI Quick Open Icon, Multiple Windows Open......................................................................... 77
Figure 89: HyperTrackClient GUI, Main Screen..................................................................................... 78
Figure 90: Axes Analog / Digital Position Feedback Indicators .................................................................. 79
Figure 91: Axes Analog / Digital Position Feedback Indicators, Labeled ................................................... 79
Figure 92: Multi-Path Clipping Limit in Yellow............................................................................................. 80
Figure 93: Example Cartesian Coordinate System Antenna Tracking View .............................................. 81

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Figure 94: Tracking Error Meter .................................................................................................................. 81
Figure 95: Tracking Error Meter Feed Indicators ........................................................................................ 82
Figure 96: Main Screen, RSSI Window ...................................................................................................... 82
Figure 97: Main Screen, RSSIActive Frequency Parameter................................................................... 83
Figure 98: Main Screen, RSSISignal Meter Channels ............................................................................ 84
Figure 99: Main Screen, RSSIActivated Auto Rx Channels.................................................................... 84
Figure 100: Main Screen, RSSISelected Tracking Channel/Signal Strength ......................................... 85
Figure 101: Main Screen, RSSISettings Icons ........................................................................................ 85
Figure 102: Channel 1 Settings .................................................................................................................. 86
Figure 103: Open Rx Control Button........................................................................................................... 88
Figure 104: Channel (x) Receiver Settings ................................................................................................. 88
Figure 105: Main Screen, Mode Control Window ....................................................................................... 89
Figure 106: Main Screen, Tool BarRed Status Icon................................................................................ 90
Figure 107: Mode Control Window ............................................................................................................. 91
Figure 108: Track Window .......................................................................................................................... 91
Figure 109: Mode Control, Manual Acquire ................................................................................................ 92
Figure 110: RSSI, Channel 1 Received Signal, Acquire Orange................................................................ 92
Figure 111: Mode Control Window ............................................................................................................. 93
Figure 112: Search Window........................................................................................................................ 93
Figure 113: Mode Control Window ............................................................................................................. 94
Figure 114: Slave Window .......................................................................................................................... 94
Figure 115: Mode Control, Manual Enabled ............................................................................................... 94
Figure 116: Mode Control, Standby ............................................................................................................ 95
Figure 117: Mode Control, Camera Icon..................................................................................................... 95
Figure 118: Azimuth and Elevation Input Control Windows........................................................................ 96
Figure 119: Lower Tool Bar......................................................................................................................... 96
Figure 120: Time Synchronization Status, Tracking Tab ............................................................................ 97
Figure 121: Time Synchronization Status, Source Statistics Tab............................................................... 97
Figure 122: Time Synchronization Status, Sources Tab ............................................................................ 98
Figure 123: Settings, Hardware Auto Stow Not Installed......................................................................... 98
Figure 124: Auto Stow Status Message, Enabling Servo Power................................................................ 99
Figure 125: Auto Stow Status Message, Moving to Stow Position ........................................................... 100
Figure 126: Auto Stow Error Message...................................................................................................... 101
Figure 127: Functional Flow in HyperTrackGround Station ................................................................. 106
Figure 128: 2U HyperTrackAntenna Controller (HTAC), Front Panel .................................................. 107
Figure 129: 2U HyperTrackAntenna Controller (HTAC), Back Panel .................................................. 107
Figure 130: HyperTrackGUI Main Screen ............................................................................................ 108

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Figure 131: Prop-chop Displayed On the HyperTrackAntenna Controller (HTAC).............................. 111
Figure 132: Rotor-rate Sidebands Before HTAC Processing ................................................................... 112
Figure 133: Rotor-rate Sidebands After HTAC Processing ...................................................................... 113
Figure 134: Dynamic Tracking Loop Bandwidth Surface.......................................................................... 114
Figure 135: GSA Generates the Actual RF Signal with Correct AM......................................................... 115
Figure 136: GSA ............................................. 116
List of Tables
Table 1: Model Configuration Example......................................................................................................... 3
Table 2: GUI Main Screen, Function Overview........................................................................................... 15
Table 3: System General Fault Tags .......................................................................................................... 22
Table 4: Tracking Status Flags ................................................................................................................... 23

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1 Introduction
This Software Manual provides high-level instruction to safely operate the Quasonix HyperTrack™ precision PD
Series positioner. This manual should be fully read and understood before beginning antenna operations. Safety is
paramount to operations of any equipment. This manual focuses on the User Interface for operating the antenna
system locally or remotely.
The manual is as critical as any component of the system. It is expected that every user (operator) has reviewed this
manual and the drawing package before any operations have begun. The safety of the personnel and equipment is
the single most important part of a successful mission. It is also critical to keeping your warranty up to date. The
drawing pack is included as a separate deliverable, as it is program specific.
Please do not hesitate to contact Quasonix with any questions, concerns, maintenance scheduling, or upgrades.
1.1 Description
The PD Series of HyperTrack™ positioners are Elevation-over-Azimuth precision positioning assemblies comprised
primarily of Commercially available Off The Shelf (COTS) sub-assemblies proven in the industrial robotics world
with duty cycles and availability times much greater than our applications. The PD Series positioners design is a
scalable architecture across the family of the positioners, keeping a common design and as many common
components as possible.
Positioners are comprised of:
•Aluminum Housings
•Harmonic Gearboxes
•Brushless Servo Motors
•Data Packages w/limits
•Slipring Assembly (Standard)
•Rotary Joint (Standard)
•Cable Wrap (Optional)
•Drive Yoke
•Idle Yoke
•Idle Bearing Assembly
•Internal Cabling
•Access Hatches
•Connector Plates
•Mounting Flange
The PD series precision positioner assembly is one component of the Quasonix family of products. The positioner
will work as a standalone assembly, although when paired with the entire family of Quasonix components, the full
feature set and tracking capabilities can be achieved.