Starwin V9 OTM45 User manual

V9 OTM45 Antenna System
Installation and User Manual
Name：mobile satellite communication terminal
Model Number：V9 OTM45
Revision 1.3

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Electronic Emission Notices
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Safety Considerations
For the following safety considerations, "Instrument" means the ‘V9 OTM45’ units,
components and their cables.
It is necessary to read the instructions carefully before using the V9 OTM45. The V9 OTM45
usage shall be carried out in accordance with the described steps and methods to ensure the
safety and accuracy of equipment operation.
Radio
The instrument transmits radio energy during normal operation. To avoid possible harmful
exposure to this energy, do not stand or work for extended periods of time in front of its
antenna. The long-term characteristics or the possible physiological effects of Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic fields have not been yet fully investigated.
Caution
1. To avoid electrical shock, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so.
2. Before connecting this instrument to the power line, make sure that the voltage of the
power source matches the requirements of the instrument.
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The V9 OTM45 is a full satellite earth station system for communication in Ku-band. The
satellite parameters shall be selected only according to the specific user conditions required.
The China Starwin V9 OTM45 User Manual provides operational instructions, for the device,
which are standard for applications in Ku-band. However, the specific modem and antenna
electrical performance parameters need to be taken in account. This manual is intended for
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system administrators who are responsible for managing the system.
Table of Contents
1Introducing V9 OTM45 System.......................................... 7
2Technical Specification...................................................... 8
3Packing List...................................................................... 9
3.1 Packing configuration...............................................................9
3.2 Unpacking and Inspection ........................................................9
3.3 Freight Damage........................................................................9
3.4 Material-Missing or Damaged...................................................9
4System Description and Operation Principles........................ 9
4.1 V9 OTM45 General Structure................................................10
4.2Out-Cabin Unit.......................................................................11
4.3 In-cabin Unit (Antenna Control Unit –ACU) ..........................12
5V9 OTM45 Mounting...................................................... 13
5.1 V9 OTM45 Unpacking ...........................................................13
5.2 Mounting Antenna on a Flat Platform ....................................15
5.3 Mounting Antenna on Vehicle Roof Rails or Roof Rack.........16
5.4 Mounting Antenna Directly on Vehicle Roof ..........................17
5.5 Cables Laying and Connection..............................................18
6System Initialization and Operation................................... 20
6.1 ACU front Panel Controls ......................................................20
6.2 System Initialization...............................................................21
6.3 System M&C by ACU Front Panel Controls...........................22
7V9 OTM45 M&C Application for Windows OS PC............ 30
7.1 M&C Application Downloading and Installation......................30
7.2 M&C Application Communication with V9 OTM45....................31
7.3 Running M&C Application......................................................32
7.4 M&C Application Operation Description.................................33
8System Maintenance........................................................ 44
9Technical Service Contact................................................ 45
10 Production Spec.............................................................. 45

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1Introducing V9 OTM45 System
The V9 OTM45 is vehicle-mounted mobile satellite product for on the move Ku-band broadband
access, developed by China Starwin, which has completely independent intellectual property
rights. The use of high-efficiency flat panel antenna and intelligent stable tracking structure
always ensures accurate pointing to the satellite under high-speed maneuvering on rugged and
bumpy roads. The terminal keeps the uninterrupted broadband communication over satellite in
motion under dynamic conditions, providing transmission of data and multimedia, as well as
video and voice calls.
The terminal adopts an ultra-low profile design for Out-Cabin Unit, of only 248mm height
(Figure 1-1), which can meet the needs of various vehicle models. It provides a highly sensitive
and reliable communication system, which can be used anywhere and at any time. The China
Starwin V9 OTM45 system provides a moving vehicle by broadband communication with high
throughput comparable with wired connectivity.
Starwin OTM technology enhances the accuracy of pointing to satellite and reduces its
acquisition time by combining operation of detection digital receiver and high-precision
gyroscopes. The V9 OTM45 is self-pointing system, which uses satellite and positioning
information to perform precise automatic alignment. The detection digital receiver recognizes
and keeps the satellite signal peak value, directing the antenna during vehicle movement without
relying solely on information received from GNSS module.
V9 OTM45 enables fast switching between different satellites during the vehicle motion and real
time monitoring the system operation through the application software, running at smart phone,
palm device or PC.
Figure 1-1: V9 OTM45 Out-cabin Unit
Figure 1-2: V9 OTM45 In-cabin Unit (Antenna Control Unit)

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2Technical Specification
Parameter
Value / Range
Operating Frequency
Rx
10.70~12.75GHz
Tx
13.75~14.50GHz
LNB LO Frequency
10.6 / 9.75GHz (Automatically switched by Control Software)
Integrated BUC Power
8W
EIRP Typical at Mid-band
42dBW at 14.50GHz (P1dB for Tx pass with 8W BUC)
Antenna Type
Flat Horn Array
Antenna Base Stabilization
Two-axis stabilization
Antenna Gain
Rx
32.00dBi(in range of ±10 degree)
3.69dBi(out range of ±10 degree)
Tx
33.21dBi(in range of ±10 degree)
3.69dBi(out range of ±10 degree)
Polarization
Linear/Circular (Changed by Control Software)
Rx/Tx Polarization
Changed by Control Software
Typical G/T at 11.2GHz
11dB/K (30°El, 25°C)
Azimuth Range
360°unlimited continuous rotation
Elevation Range
0~90°
Polarization Range
0~270°(Controlled by software)
Tracking Accuracy
≤ 0.3°
Tracking Mode
Inertial measurement combined with signal tracking
Tracking Rate
Azimuth: ≥100°/s; Elevation: ≥80°/s; Roll: ≥80°/s
Max. Angular Acceleration
Azimuth ≥200°/s²; Elevation ≥200°/s²
Capture Time
First boot <120s; Repeat boot <30s
Recapture Time After Loss
Instantaneous capture <2s
Positioning
Built-in GNSS receiver
Network Interfaces
LAN; Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11n (for models with built-in modem)
M&C Interfaces
ACU Front Panel Controls; LAN; Bluetooth
Power Supply
AC: 90~264VAC 50/60Hz
System Power Consumption
≤150W, Average (with 8W BUC)
Out-cabin Unit Dimensions
Length: 975mm; Width: 785mm; Height: 248mm
Out-cabin Unit Weight
27Kg (including mounting plate)
Maximum vehicle speed
380 km/h
Operating Temperature
-40°C ~+50°C
Storage Temperature
-40°C~+80°C
Relative Humidity
0%~98%RH
Radom Survival Ice load
13mm

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3Packing List
3.1 Packing configuration
Table 3-1: Standard V9 OTM45 packing configuration:
№
Item Image
Item Name
Quantity
Remarks
1
Out-cabin Unit - Flat Horn Array
Antenna System Assembly in Radome
1
Stand
2
In-cabin Unit - Antenna Control Unit
(ACU)
1
Stand
3
ACU AC Power Cable –1.5m
1
Stand
4
Coaxial Cable for Connection ACU
and Out-cabin Unit - 2m with F-type
male connector at each edge
1
Stand
5
LAN Cable - 5m
1
Equipment
commissioning
use
6
Bonding adapter plates
(Optional)
4
Stand
7
Wooden case
1
Stand
Feasibility of any required customized configuration can be investigated.
3.2 Unpacking and Inspection
Unpack and inspect all hardware to ensure that no parts are damaged during transportation upon
receiving the system container.
3.3 Freight Damage
Contact the carrier immediately if any part appears damaged during transportation.
3.4 Material-Missing or Damaged
Contact your dealer or distributor if any part appears missing or damaged, but not in result of
transportation.
4System Description and Operation Principles

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4.1 V9 OTM45 General Structure
V9 OTM45 system includes the following parts:
•Out-Cabin Unit (Figure 4-1)
•In-Cabin Unit (Figure 4-2)
Figure 4-1: V9 OTM45 Out-Cabin Unit Figure 4-2: V9 OTM45 In-Cabin
Unit
Both system parts are connected by a single coaxial cable, which transfers received signals from
Out-cabin Unit to the In-cabin Unit at L-band and transmitted signals in the opposite direction at
Intermediate Frequency (IF) band (70 MHz). The same coaxial cable is used to supply DC for
powering the Out-cabin Unit.
The V9 OTM45 System general block diagram is shown at Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-3: V9 OTM45 System General Block Diagram

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4.2 Out-Cabin Unit
The Out-cabin unit equipment is installed at the vehicle roof. All Out-cabin unit elements are
inside the radome, as shown at Figures 4-4 and 4-5.
Figure 4-4: Out-cabin Unit Radome Layout
Figure 4-5: Out-cabin Unit Composing Elements Layout

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The detailed Out-cabin unit composing elements list and their functional dedication is
represented in Table 4-1.
Table 4-1: Out-cabin Unit Composing Elements List
№
Element Name
Element Functional Dedication
1
Mounting base
Fixes the Out-Cabin Unit at the vehicle roof
2
Radome bottom plate
Protect the Out-Cabin Unit elements from precipitation and dust
3
Exhaust fan with protection skirt
Exhausts the heat out of the Out-Cabin Unit
4
Radome
Protect the Out-Cabin Unit elements from precipitation and dust
5
Antenna panel
Collects and radiates Ku-band electromagnetic waves
6
LNB
Converts the received Ku-band signal to L-band and amplifies it
7
BUC
Amplifies the IF signal and converts it to Ku-band
8
Beacon receiver
Receives the Satellite Beacon signal and detects its strength
9
GNSS module
Receives GNSS signals for positioning information processing
10
Internal navigation module
Processes signals from attitude measurement sensors
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Elevation motor
Creates torque for antenna movement by Elevation angle
12
Elevation drive
Transmits torque from Elevation motor to antenna
13
Azimuth motor
Creates torque for antenna movement by Azimuth
14
Azimuth drive
Transmits torque from Azimuth motor to antenna
15
Main control module
Processes information from all sensors and controls the motors
Unlike standard VSAT systems, all the above elements are integrated inside the V9 OTM45 Out-
cabin Unit.
WARNING: The radome surface must be kept clean for the best equipment performance.
Use only non-corrosive light soapy water when cleaning the
radome. Prevent the radome surface from scratching. Applying car-polishing
wax at the radome external surface can improve water-repellent effect.
4.3 In-cabin Unit (Antenna Control Unit –ACU)
The In-cabin Unit (Antenna Control Unit –ACU) is powered from the in-vehicle Power Supply
and allows real-time monitoring and control the V9 OTM45 system operational status by
software application, installed on a PC or Laptop connected by LAN cable, as well as on a
smartphone or tablet device via Bluetooth wireless link.
Figure 4-6: The In-cabin Unit (Antenna Control Unit –ACU)

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5V9 OTM45 Mounting
5.1 V9 OTM45 Unpacking
WARNING: In order to prevent personnel or equipment from being damaged, at least two
people must cooperate when handling V9 OTM45 series antenna unpacking and
mounting.
NOTE: The supporting equipment configuration in the packing list corresponds to the
specific customer order and the may differ according to the included modem and
additional accessories. The system can be supplied with the integrated modem or
without it. Customers can use modem, supplied by contracted satellite
communication service provider, or purchased from a point of sale. Customers are
free to choose. However, the V9 OTM45 system supplier has to be informed about
the customer’s choice before purchasing to perform corresponding configuration
adjustments.
Figure 5-1: Diagram of antenna placement inside the wooden packing case

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To unpack the V9 OTM45 proceed by the following steps, shown at Figure 5-2:
- Place the wooden packing case ①on a flat horizontal surface and open the cover ②.
- Remove four nuts ③and four screws ④fixing the antenna assembly ⑤to the wooden
packing case ①.
- Take out the antenna assembly ⑤from the wooden packing case ①.
Figure 5-2: Unpacking the V9 OTM45 antenna assembly
Check the antenna and accessories upon unpacking to ensure that they were nor damaged during
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5.2 Mounting Antenna on a Flat Platform
WARNING: Ensure the roof rack or the platform for V9 OTM45 Antenna installation is
strong enough to support the equipment weight during the vehicle move at
maximum speed.
The platform is prepared and installed by customer on the vehicle roof by welding, screwing or
by any other reliable fixation method. Holes for antenna assembly installation on the platform
should be drilled according to the installation holes diagram (Figure 5-3) before the platform is
fixed at the vehicle roof. The antenna assembly mounts directly to the platform and is secured to
it with four M8 screws.
NOTE: Do not bend the bottom plate of the antenna radome during the installation
process. If necessary, install additional spacers between the roof rack and the
antenna bonding legs. To provide the following proper system operation, the
antenna must be kept horizontal during the installation.
Figure 5-3: Overall Dimensions and Installation Holes Positioning
NOTE: It is strictly recommended to use thread locking adhesive (like Loctite
Threadlocker Blue 242 or its analog) to secure bolts and nuts from accidental
loosening from shock and vibration after antenna installation.
Double-check carefully to ensure that the antenna is installed firmly.

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5.3 Mounting Antenna on Vehicle Roof Rails or Roof Rack
Use four M8 screws to connect the antenna to two crossbars made from metal profile as shown at
Figure 5-4. Afterwards fix the crossbars with the antenna on roof rails or on roof rack.
NOTE: It is recommended to use thread locking adhesive (like Loctite Threadlocker
Blue 242 or its analog) to secure bolts and nuts from accidental loosening
from shock and vibration after antenna installation.
Double-check carefully to ensure that the antenna is installed firmly.
Figure 5-4: Antenna Installation on Vehicle Roof Rails or Roof Rack

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5.4 Mounting Antenna Directly on Vehicle Roof
Connect the four bonding adapter plates to the antenna bonding legs as shown at Figure 5-5.
Clean the vehicle roof surface from paint and dust at places where it will contact the bonding
adapter plates. Glue the bonding adapter plates to the roof of the car with structural glue.
NOTE: Do not bend the bottom plate of the antenna radome during the installation
process. To provide the following proper system operation, the antenna must be
kept horizontal during the installation.
Figure 5-5: Bonding adapter Plates Connection

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5.5 Cables Laying and Connection
NOTE: Turn off all equipment power before connecting any cable.
Table 5-1: Cable Connections List
Module
Connector Type
Connector Mark
Functionality
Out-cabin Unit
F-Type
None
In-cabin Unit (ACU) interface
ACU
Fuse box
FUSE
Fuse holder
ACU
SMA
WIFI-ANT
Wi-Fi antenna interface
ACU
IEC inlet plug
85-264VAC 50/60Hz
AC power input
ACU
RJ45 socket
LAN1
Internal modem LAN
ACU
SMA
Bluetooth-ANT
Bluetooth antenna interface
ACU
F-Type
ANTENA
Out-cabin Unit interface
Proceed the following steps for cables laying and connection:
1. Connect the RG6 coaxial cable to the Out-cabin Unit.
NOTE: There is only one cable connection between the Out-cabin Unit and the In-cabin
Unit (ACU). This cable connection provides:
- PoC (Power over Coax) supply from ACU to the Out-cabin Unit,
- Transfer of receiving L-band signals from Out-cabin Unit to ACU,
- Transfer of transmitting IF (Intermediate Frequency) signals from ACU
to Out-cabin Unit.
2. Lead the coaxial cable into the vehicle cabin.
NOTE: Do not pull the cable by its connector.
Do not bend the cable sharply when pulling it into the vehicle.
3. Install the ACU, Modem and other equipment into a rack, fixed inside the vehicle cabin.
NOTE: Conduct and arrange the cables neatly and securely to prevent their tension or
shaking during the vehicle movement and to ensure the reliable connections.
Do not fold or pull the cable forcibly.
Avoid or minimize the number of cable bends during the installation.
If any cable bend is required, it should be done by wide arc.
This is the only way to ensure that there is no cable damage or negative impact on
the satellite signal.
4. Connect the cable from the Antenna to the ACU “ANTENNA” interface, located at ACU rear
panel (Figure 5-6).

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Figure 5-6: ACU Rear Panel
NOTE: The ACU can include an integrated modem.
One of the above options excludes the use of the other one.
If the ACU adopts the integrated modem, the external network equipment shall be
connected to ACU LAN Interface or to ACU Wi-Fi network.
However, if an external modem is used the ACU “LAN1”, and Wi-Fi
interfaces are not functional.
NOTE: If ACU contains an integrated modem, ignore the following two steps and
proceed to step #7.
However, if ACU is designated for use with an external modem execute the
following steps:
5. Connect the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas to their corresponding interfaces, located at ACU
rear panel.
6. Verify the correctness of all cable connections.
7. Verify the cables are not broken, pinched, or have any other damage.
8. Verify all cables are securely connected to the devices.
9. Connects to the ACU chassis through the pintail power cable to provide power to the
equipment..
10. Connect the other end to the power cable to the vehicle Power Supply system.
NOTE: Power to the entire system is provided by power cable through AC IN interface,
located at ACU rear panel.

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6System Initialization and Operation
6.1 ACU front Panel Controls
ACU front panel controls are shown at Figure 6-1.
Figure 6-1: ACU Front Panel Controls