Thrane&Thrane SAILOR 900 VSAT System Instruction Manual

INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL
SAILOR 900 VSAT System

SAILOR 900 VSAT
Installation and user manual
Document number: 98-133400-F
Release date: 25 February 2013
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Safety summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific
warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and
intended use of the equipment. Cobham SATCOM assumes no liability for the customer's
failure to comply with these requirements.
Microwave radiation hazards
During transmission the Above Deck Unit (antenna) in this
system radiates Microwave Power.This radiation may be
hazardous to humans close to the Above Deck Unit. During
transmission, make sure that nobody gets closer than the
recommended minimum safety distance.
The minimum safety distance to the Above Deck Unit
reflector on the focal line is 30 m, based on a radiation level
of 10 W/m2. No hazard exists >25° below the Above Deck Unit’s mounting plane. Refer to the
drawing below.
No-transmit zones
In order to protect personnel no-transmit zones can be programmed. For further information
see Blocking zones — azimuth and elevation on page 3-5.
Distance to other equipment
Do not move the Above Deck Unit closer to radars than the minimum safe distance specified in
section Interference on page 3-13 — it may cause damage to the Above Deck Unit.
Compass Safe Distance:
SAILOR 900 VSAT antenna or ADU (Above Deck Unit): min. 130 cm (IEC 945).
SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU (Antenna Control Unit): min. 10 cm (IEC 945)
MICROWAVE RADIATION
No personnel within safety distance
Safety distance:
30 m, 10 W/m2
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Service
User access to the interior of the ACU is prohibited. Only a technician authorized by Cobham
SATCOM may perform service - failure to comply with this rule will void the warranty. Access to
the interior of the Above Deck Unit is allowed. Replacement of certain modules and general
service may only be performed by a technician authorized by Cobham SATCOM.
Grounding, cables and connections
To minimize shock hazard and to protect against lightning, the equipment chassis and cabinet
must be connected to an electrical ground. The ACU must be grounded to the ship. For further
grounding information refer to the Installation manual.
Do not extend the cables beyond the lengths specified for the equipment. The cable between
the ACU and Above Deck Unit can be extended if it complies with the specified data
concerning cable losses etc.
Rx and Tx cables for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system are shielded and should not be affected by
magnetic fields. However, try to avoid running cables parallel to high power and AC/RF wiring as
it might cause malfunction of the equipment.
Power supply
The voltage range for the SAILOR 900 VSAT is 20 — 32 VDC. Note that the Above Deck Unit is
powered by the ACU.
If a 24 VDC power bus is not available, an external 115/230 VAC to 28 VDC power supply can
be used, for example a SAILOR 6080 Power Supply.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere
Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Keep away from live circuits
Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustment must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace components
with the power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even
with the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge
circuits before touching them.
Failure to comply with the rules above will void the warranty!
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If needed to turn the Polarisation Unit manually, remove the connector (1) marked M of the
Polarisation Motor Module (2).
VSAT restrictions
CAUTION! Do not manually turn the Polarisation Unit of the antenna, it
may cause damage to the antenna.
Note There are restrictions in use of the frequency band 13.75 to 14 GHz in the
following countries:
• Belgium
• Hungary
• Latvia
• Malta
• Slovakia
Contact VSAT modem provider for local setups.
(1)
(2)
Remove
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Record of Revisions
Rev. Description Release Date Initials
A Original document 26 September 2011 UFO
B Sections added: 6.3.6, 6.3.7, 6.3.8, 9.4, Appendix B, Appendix C. -
Sections edited: 1.2, 3.1.1, 3.2.6 (p. 3-10) 3.6.1, 4.1.7, 6.2.2, 6.3,
9.1.1. Figures added: 6-3, A-1, A-2.
Figures edited: 2-4, 2-5, 6-4, 6-5, 6-6, 6-7, 6-14, 8-1, 9-10, 9-11.
Tables have been edited: 2-1, 2-2, 6-5.
8 November 2011 UFO
C Sections added: p.v (VSAT restrictions), 1.3, 3.32, App. D.
Sections edited: 4.1.8, 4.1.10, 6.2.1, 6.2.2, 6.3.3, 6.3.4, 6.3.5,
6.3.6, 6.3.10.
Figures edited: 2-4, 6-8, 6-9, 6-11, 6-17, 9-5, 9-10.
Tables added: 6-5, 6-6.
Tables edited: 6-3, 6-9, F-1, F-2
13 January 2012 UFO
D Sections added: 6.2.3, App. D, App. H.
Sections edited: p. v, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1.1, 4.1.8, 6.2.1, 6.3.10, 9.5.
Figures added: 6-15.
Figures edited: 4-5, 6-3, 6-5, 6-8, 6-9, 6-10, 6-25, 6-31, 8-1, 8-2,
9-4, 9-5.
Tables added: A-5, A-6.
Tables edited: 4.1, 6-8, 6-13, 7-2, E-1, G-1, G-2.
11 June 2012 UFO
E Sections added: 3.7, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 6.3.9, 6.5, C.5, D.2.2, D.2.3, F.7
Sections edited: 2.1, 3.1.1, 3.1.3, 3.3.3, 5.4, 6.2.1, 6.2.2, 6.3.5,
6.4.1, 9.2.2, C.1.3, F.2.1, F.3.2
Figures added: 3.22, 6-17, A-4, C-13
Figures edited: 6-9, 6-16, 6-21, 8-1
Tables added: 6-10
Tables edited: 2-2, 4-4, 6-9, 6-11, 7-2, A-4, C-4, E-1, G-1, G-2
31 October 2012 UFO
F Sections added: 6.2.3, 8.2.2, A.1.5, C.1.4, C.3.2, C.4.3, C.5.3, C-6,
H.2
Sections edited: ii,1.3, 6.2.1., 6.2.2, 6.3.1, 6.3.4, 6.5, C.1.3
Figures added: 6-6, 6-12, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6
Figures edited: 3-26, 6-2, 6-3, 6-4, 6-11, 6-14, 6-16, 6-26, 8-10,
C-9, C-10
Tables have been added: 6-8
Tables have been edited: 2-1, 2-2, 3-8, 6-2, 6-6, A-6
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 About this manual
1.1 Intended readers .............................................................................1-1
1.2 Manual overview .............................................................................1-1
1.3 Software version .............................................................................. 1-1
1.4 Typography ..................................................................................... 1-2
1.5 Precautions ..................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 Introduction
2.1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system .............................................................. 2-1
2.1.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU) ...................................................................................................2-2
2.1.2 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) ..........................................................................................2-5
2.1.3 VSAT Modem Unit (VMU) ..............................................................................................2-7
2.1.4 Satellite type approvals ....................................................................................................2-7
2.1.5 Power supply (optional) ...................................................................................................2-7
2.1.6 Service activation ................................................................................................................2-7
2.2 Part numbers and options .............................................................2-8
2.2.1 Applicable Thrane & Thrane model and part numbers .....................................2-8
2.2.2 Options for SAILOR 900 VSAT .....................................................................................2-8
Chapter 3 Installation
3.1 Unpacking ....................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 What’s in the box ................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.2 Initial inspection ..................................................................................................................3-2
3.1.3 Tools needed .........................................................................................................................3-2
3.2 Site preparation ..............................................................................3-3
3.2.1 General site considerations ............................................................................................3-3
3.2.2 Obstructions (ADU shadowing) ....................................................................................3-4
3.2.3 Blocking zones — azimuth and elevation ...............................................................3-5
3.2.4 Safe access to the ADU: Radiation hazard ..............................................................3-6
3.2.5 Ship motion and offset from the ship’s motion centre ....................................3-7
3.2.6 ADU mast design: Foundation and height ..............................................................3-8
3.2.7 Interference ........................................................................................................................3-13
3.2.8 Other precautions ............................................................................................................3-17
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3.3 Installation of the ADU ................................................................3-18
3.3.1 Installing the ADU ............................................................................................................3-19
3.3.2 Opening and removing the service hatch ............................................................3-22
3.3.3 Grounding the ADU .........................................................................................................3-23
3.3.4 Alternative ADU cable ...................................................................................................3-24
3.4 Installation of the ACU ............................................................... 3-25
3.4.1 Installing the 19” rack version of the ACU ..........................................................3-25
3.4.2 Grounding the ACU .........................................................................................................3-25
3.5 Installation of the VMU .............................................................. 3-26
3.5.1 General mounting considerations — VMU .........................................................3-26
3.6 Installing the dual-antenna mode (optional) ............................. 3-27
Chapter 4 Interfaces
4.1 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU .....................................4-1
4.1.1 LEDs, display and keypad .................................................................................................4-1
4.1.2 ACU connector panel — overview .............................................................................4-1
4.1.3 DC Input connector ...........................................................................................................4-2
4.1.4 ADU connector ....................................................................................................................4-3
4.1.5 Rx/Tx connectors for VMU ......................................................................................4-3
4.1.6 NMEA 0183 connector (RS-422) ................................................................................4-4
4.1.7 RS-232 and RS-422 connectors ...................................................................................4-5
4.1.8 LAN1, LAN2, LAN3 and LAN4 connectors ...............................................................4-6
4.2 Interfaces of the VMU ................................................................... 4-7
4.2.1 Connecting an iNFINITI® Series Satellite Router ...............................................4-7
4.2.2 Connecting an Evolution® Satellite Router ...........................................................4-8
4.2.3 Connecting a COMTECH 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem ................................4-8
4.2.4 Connecting a Satlink 2900 VSAT modem ...........................................................4-10
4.2.5 Connecting a Gilat SkyEdge II VSAT modem ....................................................4-10
Chapter 5 Connecting power
5.1 Power source ...................................................................................5-1
5.2 Power cable selection ....................................................................5-2
5.2.1 Source impedance ..............................................................................................................5-2
5.2.2 Measuring the ship source impedance .....................................................................5-2
5.2.3 Power cable recommendations ....................................................................................5-3
5.3 Connecting power .......................................................................... 5-4
5.4 Power up .........................................................................................5-5
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Chapter 6 Configuration
6.1 Introduction to the built-in web interface .................................. 6-1
6.1.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................6-1
6.1.2 Connecting to the web interface ................................................................................6-1
6.2 Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ............................................6-3
6.2.1 Setup of a service profile for calibration ..................................................................6-3
6.2.2 Vessel heading & calibration of azimuth and cable ............................................6-5
6.2.3 Flow chart for azimuth and cable calibration ........................................................6-9
6.2.4 Line up procedure ............................................................................................................6-10
6.2.5 SAILOR 900 VSAT fixed TX gain principle ...........................................................6-12
6.3 Configuration with the web interface ........................................ 6-13
6.3.1 Overview and dashboard ..............................................................................................6-13
6.3.2 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles .......................................................6-19
6.3.3 Setting up Blocking zones (RX and TX) ..................................................................6-24
6.3.4 Configuring the LAN network .....................................................................................6-26
6.3.5 E-mail setup ........................................................................................................................6-29
6.3.6 Sending statistics reports .............................................................................................6-30
6.3.7 Sending a diagnostics report ......................................................................................6-33
6.3.8 Dual antenna mode (optional) ...................................................................................6-34
6.3.9 Upload ...................................................................................................................................6-39
6.3.10 Administration ...................................................................................................................6-39
6.4 Keypad and menus of the ACU ...................................................6-45
6.4.1 ACU display and keypad ...............................................................................................6-45
6.4.2 Navigating the menus ....................................................................................................6-46
6.4.3 The menu tree ...................................................................................................................6-46
6.4.4 Adjusting brightness of the display .........................................................................6-50
6.4.5 Resetting the system ......................................................................................................6-50
6.5 SNMP support ............................................................................... 6-51
Chapter 7 Installation check
7.1 Installation check list: Antenna .................................................... 7-1
7.2 Installation check list: ACU, connectors and wiring ....................7-3
7.3 Installation check list: Functional test in harbor .........................7-5
Chapter 8 Service
8.1 Getting support: Helpdesk .............................................................8-2
8.1.1 Help desk and diagnostic report ..................................................................................8-2
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8.2 Software update .............................................................................8-4
8.2.1 Hardware and software requirements .......................................................................8-4
8.2.2 Software update (ADU and ACU) ................................................................................8-4
8.2.3 Verifying the software update ......................................................................................8-7
8.3 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages ........................8-8
8.3.1 LEDs of the ADU modules ...............................................................................................8-9
8.3.2 LEDs in the ACU ...................................................................................................................8-9
8.4 Removal and replacement of the ACU ........................................8-10
8.5 Removal and replacement of ADU modules ............................... 8-11
8.6 Troubleshooting ............................................................................8-14
8.6.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................8-14
8.6.2 Event list for troubleshooting .....................................................................................8-14
8.6.3 Diagnostic report for troubleshooting ...................................................................8-14
Appendix A Technical specifications
A.1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system components ....................................... A-1
A.1.1 General specifications ...................................................................................................... A-1
A.1.2 ADU .......................................................................................................................................... A-2
A.1.3 ACU ........................................................................................................................................... A-4
A.1.4 Supported VSAT modems ............................................................................................. A-5
A.1.5 Patents ..................................................................................................................................... A-5
A.2 Outline drawings ............................................................................A-6
A.2.1 ADU .......................................................................................................................................... A-6
A.2.2 ACU (19 inch rack) ............................................................................................................ A-7
A.2.3 N-connector interface on the ADU ........................................................................... A-8
A.3 VSAT LNB Data Sheet (physical LNB) ...........................................A-9
A.3.1 VSAT LNB user installation and configuration information ....................... A-10
A.4 VSAT 8 W BUC Data Sheet (Extended) ....................................... A-11
Appendix B VMU cables
B.1 Modem Cable COMTECH Serial & RSSI TT7016A ........................B-2
B.2 Modem Cable iNFINITI iDirect VSAT modem ............................B-3
Appendix C VMU settings
C.1 OpenAMIP setup for iDirect iNFINITI 5000 & Evolution X5 .....C-2
C.1.1 Protocol and interfaces ................................................................................................... C-2
C.1.2 Sample options file ............................................................................................................ C-5
C.1.3 Configuration example (OpenAMIP) ........................................................................ C-7
C.1.4 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. C-8
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C.2 Serial setup for iDirect iNFINITI 5000 & Evolution X5 ............. C-11
C.2.1 Protocol and interfaces ................................................................................................ C-11
C.2.2 Console port settings .................................................................................................... C-12
C.2.3 Configuration example (Serial) ................................................................................. C-14
C.3 COMTECH 570L and ROSS box .................................................... C-15
C.3.1 Protocols and interfaces .............................................................................................. C-15
C.3.2 Configuration example (COMTECH 570L and ROSS) .....................................C-16
C.4 STM SatLink 2900 VSAT modem ................................................. C-17
C.4.1 Interfaces and VSAT modem configuration ...................................................... C-17
C.4.2 ACU configuration .......................................................................................................... C-18
C.4.3 Configuration example (STM Satlink 2900) ....................................................... C-19
C.5 Gilat SkyEdge II VSAT modem ....................................................C-20
C.5.1 Interfaces and VSAT modem configuration .......................................................C-20
C.5.2 ACU configuration .......................................................................................................... C-21
C.5.3 Configuration example (Gilat SkyEdge II ) ......................................................... C-22
C.6 Inmarsat G5 modem ....................................................................C-23
C.6.1 Interfaces and VSAT modem configuration ...................................................... C-23
C.6.2 Connecting a Inmarsat G5 modem ........................................................................ C-23
C.6.3 Configuration example (Inmarsat G5) .................................................................. C-23
Appendix D Command line interface
D.1 Introduction ...................................................................................D-1
D.1.1 Telnet connection ..............................................................................................................D-1
D.1.2 Help ...........................................................................................................................................D-2
D.1.3 Conventions ..........................................................................................................................D-2
D.2 Supported commands .................................................................. D-3
D.2.1 config .......................................................................................................................................D-3
D.2.2 demo ........................................................................................................................................D-3
D.2.3 dual_antenna ........................................................................................................................D-4
D.2.4 exit .............................................................................................................................................D-4
D.2.5 help ............................................................................................................................................D-4
D.2.6 modem ....................................................................................................................................D-5
D.2.7 satellite ....................................................................................................................................D-5
D.2.8 status ........................................................................................................................................D-7
D.2.9 system .....................................................................................................................................D-8
D.2.10 track ..........................................................................................................................................D-8
D.2.11 zone ..........................................................................................................................................D-9
Appendix E DVB-S satellites
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Appendix F Grounding and RF protection
F.1 Why is grounding required? ............................................................F-1
F.1.1 Reasons for grounding ......................................................................................................F-1
F.1.2 Safety ........................................................................................................................................F-1
F.1.3 ESD Protection .....................................................................................................................F-1
F.2 Grounding Recommendations ....................................................... F-2
F.2.1 Grounding the ACU ............................................................................................................F-2
F.2.2 Grounding the ADU ............................................................................................................F-2
F.3 Alternative grounding for steel hulls ............................................ F-3
F.3.1 Grounding the ACU ............................................................................................................F-3
F.3.2 Grounding the ADU ............................................................................................................F-4
F.4 Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls ...................................F-5
F.4.1 Grounding the ACU ............................................................................................................F-5
F.4.2 Grounding the ADU ............................................................................................................F-5
F.5 Alternative grounding for fibre glass hulls ...................................F-6
F.5.1 Grounding the ACU ............................................................................................................F-6
F.5.2 Grounding the ADU ............................................................................................................F-6
F.6 Separate ground cable ................................................................... F-7
F.6.1 Ground cable - construction ..........................................................................................F-7
F.6.2 Ground cable - connection .............................................................................................F-8
F.6.3 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base .....................................................F-8
F.7 Jumper cable for grounding ..........................................................F-10
F.8 RF interference .............................................................................. F-11
F.8.1 Recommendations ...........................................................................................................F-11
Appendix G System messages
G.1 Event messages – overview ........................................................... G-1
G.2 List of ADU events .........................................................................G-2
G.3 List of ACU events ........................................................................ G-8
Appendix H Approvals
H.1 Overview ......................................................................................... H-1
H.2 CE (R&TTE) ...................................................................................... H-1
H.3 Eutelsat S.A – ESV Summary Sheet ............................................. H-3
Glossary ............................................................................................................ Glossary-1
Index .................................................................................................................Index-1
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List of Figures
Chapter 1 About this manual
Chapter 2 Introduction
Figure 2-1: Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit (ACU), 19” rack version .....................................2-1
Figure 2-2: Above Deck Unit (ADU)..................................................................................................................................2-2
Figure 2-3: Above Deck Unit modules 1/2....................................................................................................................2-3
Figure 2-4: Above Deck Unit modules 2/2....................................................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-5: SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU, connector overview .....................................................................................2-6
Figure 2-6: SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU, 19” rack version..............................................................................................2-6
Figure 2-7: Antenna Control Unit for 19” rack installation ...................................................................................2-7
Chapter 3 Installation
Figure 3-1: Signal degradation because of obstructing objects..........................................................................3-4
Figure 3-2: 2 blocking zones with no-transmit zones, azimuth (example)....................................................3-5
Figure 3-3: Blocking zone with no-transmit zones, elevation angle (example)...........................................3-5
Figure 3-4: Radiation hazard, safety distance 30 m .................................................................................................3-6
Figure 3-5: Maximum distance from the ship’s motion centre (h max) .........................................................3-7
Figure 3-6: ADU mast flange, top and side view ........................................................................................................3-8
Figure 3-7: ADU mast flange, recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau..................................3-8
Figure 3-8: ADU mast flange, distance to the welded seam.................................................................................3-9
Figure 3-9: ADU, bottom view ............................................................................................................................................3-9
Figure 3-10: Free mast length and bracing for a tall mast.....................................................................................3-10
Figure 3-11: Interference with the vessel’s radar ......................................................................................................3-13
Figure 3-12: Recommended distance to transmitters (m) for frequencies below 1000 MHz.............3-16
Figure 3-13: Drain pipe with free space .........................................................................................................................3-17
Figure 3-14: Use of strong sling with a belt and tag lines for safe hoisting..................................................3-18
Figure 3-15: Free space for access to the service hatch ........................................................................................3-19
Figure 3-16: ADU installation, webbed sling attached to the 4 lifting brackets .........................................3-20
Figure 3-17: Mounting the ADU on the mast flange ...............................................................................................3-20
Figure 3-18: Connecting the ADU cable ........................................................................................................................3-21
Figure 3-19: Opening the service hatch .........................................................................................................................3-22
Figure 3-20: Removing the 2 split pins ...........................................................................................................................3-22
Figure 3-21: ADU, bolt for optimum grounding.........................................................................................................3-23
Figure 3-22: ACU, 19” rack version, On/off switch at the back...........................................................................3-25
Figure 3-23: ACU, LAN connector at the front: Service port ...............................................................................3-25
Figure 3-24: ACU, 19” rack version, ground stud.......................................................................................................3-26
Figure 3-25: Dual mode antenna, overview..................................................................................................................3-27
Figure 3-26: Dual mode antenna, connecting cables (example)........................................................................3-28
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Chapter 4 Interfaces
Figure 4-1: ACU — LEDs, display and keypad .............................................................................................................4-1
Figure 4-2: ACU: LEDs, display and keypad (detailed) .............................................................................................4-1
Figure 4-3: ACU rack version, connector panel overview......................................................................................4-1
Figure 4-4: DC Input connector with power cable....................................................................................................4-2
Figure 4-5: LAN1 —LAN4 connectors.............................................................................................................................4-6
Figure 4-6: Connecting an iNFINITI® Series Satellite Router.............................................................................4-7
Figure 4-7: Connecting an Evolution Satellite Router..............................................................................................4-8
Figure 4-8: Connecting a COMTECH 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem...............................................................4-8
Figure 4-9: Connecting a SatLink 2900 Modem .....................................................................................................4-10
Figure 4-10: Connecting a Gilat SkyEdge II VSAT Modem...................................................................................4-10
Chapter 5 Connecting power
Figure 5-1: Measuring the ship source impedance ...................................................................................................5-2
Figure 5-2: Connecting power to DC Input..................................................................................................................5-4
Figure 5-3: ACU display after first power on (example with LAN ports 1 and 4 used)............................5-5
Chapter 6 Configuration
Figure 6-1: LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT .......................................................6-1
Figure 6-2: SAILOR 900 VSAT Dashboard.....................................................................................................................6-2
Figure 6-3: Service profile for calibration ......................................................................................................................6-4
Figure 6-4: Web interface: SERVICE, Calibration .......................................................................................................6-5
Figure 6-5: Web interface: SERVICE, Calibration, cable attenuator margin..................................................6-7
Figure 6-6: Example for azimuth and cable calibration — step by step.........................................................6-9
Figure 6-7: Web interface: SERVICE, Line up: Ready for activation...............................................................6-10
Figure 6-8: Web interface: SERVICE, Line up: Antenna ready...........................................................................6-11
Figure 6-9: Fixed TX gain principle.................................................................................................................................6-12
Figure 6-10: Topics in the web interface (SITE MAP) .............................................................................................6-13
Figure 6-11: Web interface: DASHBOARD ....................................................................................................................6-14
Figure 6-12: Web interface: DASHBOARD, TX - BUC output power (example)..........................................6-18
Figure 6-13: Web interface: SETTINGS - list of satellite profiles (example).................................................6-19
Figure 6-14: Web interface: SETTINGS, Satellite profiles — new entry (example)..................................6-20
Figure 6-15: Web interface: SETTINGS, VSAT modem profiles — list (example).....................................6-22
Figure 6-16: Web interface: SETTINGS, VSAT modem profile – supported modems.............................6-22
Figure 6-17: Satellite profile for generic modem.......................................................................................................6-23
Figure 6-18: Web interface: SETTINGS, Blocking zones — azimuth and elevation .................................6-24
Figure 6-19: Blocking zone, example: 315 - 45 degrees ........................................................................................6-25
Figure 6-20: Blocking zone, example: 45 - 315 degrees ........................................................................................6-25
Figure 6-21: Web interface: SETTINGS, Network (default settings).................................................................6-26
Figure 6-22: Web interface: SETTINGS, E-mail setup (example) .......................................................................6-29
Figure 6-23: Web interface: SETTINGS, Reports (example) .................................................................................6-30
Figure 6-24: Statistics — how to read data for a range .........................................................................................6-32
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Figure 6-25: Statistics report (example).........................................................................................................................6-33
Figure 6-26: Dual-antenna mode, link on DASHBOARD.........................................................................................6-34
Figure 6-27: Enabling dual-antenna mode in Master ACU....................................................................................6-35
Figure 6-28: Dual-antenna mode, add Slave modem profile ...............................................................................6-36
Figure 6-29: Dual-antenna mode, add Slave satellite profile ...............................................................................6-36
Figure 6-30: Dual-antenna mode, Activate...................................................................................................................6-37
Figure 6-31: Dual-antenna mode, blocking zones — azimuth and elevation..............................................6-38
Figure 6-32: Dual-antenna mode, line up ......................................................................................................................6-39
Figure 6-33: Web interface: Administration.................................................................................................................6-40
Figure 6-34: Web interface: Administration, change administrator logon and password .....................6-40
Figure 6-35: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION, Reset administrator password.......................................6-41
Figure 6-36: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION, User permissions .................................................................6-42
Figure 6-37: Web interface: Administration, Export/import configuration...................................................6-43
Figure 6-38: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION, Factory default.....................................................................6-44
Figure 6-39: Display (example) and keypad of the ACU ........................................................................................6-45
Figure 6-40: Antenna Control Unit, menu tree...........................................................................................................6-46
Figure 6-41: Reset the system.............................................................................................................................................6-50
Chapter 7 Installation check
Chapter 8 Service
Figure 8-1: Web interface: HELPDESK .............................................................................................................................8-2
Figure 8-2: Web interface: HELPDESK, Event list........................................................................................................8-3
Figure 8-3: LAN connector used for software update (TMA) ..............................................................................8-4
Figure 8-4: SAILOR 900 VSAT connected: Software update with the TMA.................................................8-5
Figure 8-5: LAN connector used for software update (web interface)............................................................8-6
Figure 8-6: Software update with the web interface ...............................................................................................8-6
Figure 8-7: Verifying software update ............................................................................................................................8-7
Figure 8-8: LEDs on the ACU................................................................................................................................................8-9
Figure 8-9: Removal and replacement of the ACU 19” rack..............................................................................8-10
Figure 8-10: ADU modules and motor stop switch ..................................................................................................8-11
Figure 8-11: Above Deck Unit modules (continued)................................................................................................8-13
App. A Technical specifications
Figure A-1: Outline drawing: ADU..................................................................................................................................... A-6
Figure A-2: Outline drawing: ACU, 19 inch rack......................................................................................................... A-7
Figure A-3: N-Connector interface on the ADU......................................................................................................... A-8
App. B VMU cables
Figure B-1: Modem Cable COMTECH Serial & RSSI TT7016A...........................................................................B-2
Figure B-2: Modem Cable iNFINITI iDirect VSAT modem...................................................................................B-3
App. C VMU settings
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Figure C-1: Connecting iDirect iNFINITI 5000 series to the ACU (OpenAMIP) .........................................C-2
Figure C-2: Connecting iDirect Evolution X5 to the ACU (OpenAMIP)...........................................................C-3
Figure C-3: Supported OpenAMIP commands ............................................................................................................C-3
Figure C-4: VSAT modem profile, OpenAMIP (example) .......................................................................................C-7
Figure C-5: Satellite profile, OpenAMIP (example)....................................................................................................C-7
Figure C-6: iDirect OpenAMIP troubleshooting..........................................................................................................C-9
Figure C-7: Connecting iDirect iNFINITI 5000 series to the ACU (Serial)..................................................C-11
Figure C-8: Connecting iDirect Evolution X5 to the ACU (Serial)....................................................................C-11
Figure C-9: VSAT modem profile, Serial (example)................................................................................................C-14
Figure C-10: Satellite profile, Serial (example) ............................................................................................................C-14
Figure C-11: Connecting COMTECH 570L and ROSS box to the ACU (example)......................................C-15
Figure C-12: VSAT modem profile, COMTECH 570L and ROSS (example)...................................................C-16
Figure C-13: Satellite profile, COMTECH 570L and ROSS (example)................................................................C-16
Figure C-14: Connecting STM SatLink 2900 VSAT modem to the ACU........................................................C-17
Figure C-15: VSAT modem profile, STM SatLink 2900 (example).....................................................................C-19
Figure C-16: Satellite profile, STM SatLink 2900 (example).................................................................................C-19
Figure C-17: Connecting Gilat SkyEdge II VSAT modem to the ACU .............................................................C-20
Figure C-18: VSAT modem profile, Gilat Sky Edge II (example).........................................................................C-22
Figure C-19: Satellite profile, Gilat Sky Edge II (example).....................................................................................C-22
Figure C-20: VSAT modem profile, Inmarsat G5 (example).................................................................................C-23
Figure C-21: Satellite profile, Inmarsat G5 (example)..............................................................................................C-23
App. D Command line interface
Figure D-1: How to use the command line interface (example for telnet)................................................... D-1
Figure D-2: Command line interface, login................................................................................................................... D-2
App. E DVB-S satellites
Figure E-1: Satellite data, example from www.lyngsat.com.................................................................................E-2
App. F Grounding and RF protection
Figure F-1: Extending the ground plane.........................................................................................................................F-2
Figure F-2: Grounding the ADU..........................................................................................................................................F-3
Figure F-3: Grounding at a dedicated RF ground (alternative)............................................................................F-4
Figure F-4: Alternative grounding for aluminium hulls............................................................................................F-5
Figure F-5: Alternative grounding for fibreglass hulls..............................................................................................F-6
Figure F-6: Separate ground cable....................................................................................................................................F-7
Figure F-7: Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base...................................................................................F-8
Figure F-8: ADU isolation and grounding cable..........................................................................................................F-9
Figure F-9: Jumper cable for grounding (specifications)..................................................................................... F-10
App. G System messages
App. H Approvals
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List of Tables
Chapter 1 About this manual
Chapter 2 Introduction
Table 2-1: Model and part numbers for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system........................................................2-8
Table 2-2: Model and part numbers for options of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system ................................2-8
Chapter 3 Installation
Table 3-1: Maximum distance from the ship’s motion center versus ship’s roll period.........................3-7
Table 3-2: Mast dimensions without braces............................................................................................................3-11
Table 3-3: Mast dimensions with 3 braces ...............................................................................................................3-11
Table 3-4: Mast dimensions with 2 braces ...............................................................................................................3-12
Table 3-5: Minimum radar separation, X-band.......................................................................................................3-14
Table 3-6: Minimum radar separation, S-band .......................................................................................................3-14
Table 3-7: ADU cable types and maximum lengths.............................................................................................3-24
Table 3-8: Dual mode antenna, cabling......................................................................................................................3-28
Chapter 4 Interfaces
Table 4-1: DC Input plug, outline and pin assignment...........................................................................................4-2
Table 4-2: N connector, outline and pin assignment..............................................................................................4-3
Table 4-3: F connector, Rx and Tx, outline and pin assignment .......................................................................4-3
Table 4-4: NMEA 0183/2000 connector, outline and pin assignment..........................................................4-4
Table 4-5: RS-232 connector, male, outline and pin assignment.....................................................................4-5
Table 4-6: RS-422 connector, male, outline and pin assignment.....................................................................4-6
Table 4-7: Ethernet connector, outline and pin assignment...............................................................................4-7
Table 4-8: Cables to connect an iNFINITI® Series Satellite Router ...............................................................4-8
Table 4-9: Cables to connect a COMTECH 570 L-Band Satellite Modem....................................................4-9
Table 4-10: Cables to connect a SatLink 2900 VSAT modem...........................................................................4-10
Table 4-11: Cables to connect a Gilat SkyEdge VSAT modem..........................................................................4-10
Chapter 5 Connecting power
Chapter 6 Configuration
Table 6-1: Satellite requirements for elevation and carrier.................................................................................6-4
Table 6-2: Satellite identifier and NID values.............................................................................................................6-7
Table 6-3: Possible error codes during calibration...................................................................................................6-8
Table 6-4: Web interface: Event icon..........................................................................................................................6-15
Table 6-5: Web interface, DASHBOARD, SAILOR 900 VSAT parameters..................................................6-16
Table 6-6: Web interface, DASHBOARD, VSAT MODEM parameter...........................................................6-17
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Table 6-7: Web interface, DASHBOARD, POINTING parameter ....................................................................6-18
Table 6-8: Web interface, DASHBOARD, TX parameter.....................................................................................6-18
Table 6-9: Elevation cutoff (in degrees) versus VSAT modem bandwidth and power .......................6-21
Table 6-10: Setup of LAN connectors ...........................................................................................................................6-27
Table 6-11: Statistics report, header record ...............................................................................................................6-31
Table 6-12: Parameters recorded in a statistics report..........................................................................................6-31
Table 6-13: Top-level menus of the ACU ....................................................................................................................6-47
Table 6-14: ANTENNA menu of the ACU ....................................................................................................................6-47
Table 6-15: MODEM menu of the ACU ........................................................................................................................6-48
Table 6-16: NETWORK menu of the ACU....................................................................................................................6-48
Table 6-17: SATELLITE menu of the ACU ...................................................................................................................6-49
Table 6-18: EVENTS menu of the ACU .........................................................................................................................6-49
Chapter 7 Installation check
Table 7-1: Installation check list: Antenna...................................................................................................................7-1
Table 7-2: Installation check list: ACU, connectors and wiring .........................................................................7-3
Table 7-3: Installation check list: Functional test in harbour..............................................................................7-5
Chapter 8 Service
Table 8-1: LEDs of the ADU modules.............................................................................................................................8-9
Table 8-2: LEDs on the ACU................................................................................................................................................8-9
App. A Technical specifications
Table A-1: General specifications.................................................................................................................................... A-1
Table A-2: Technical specifications for the Above Deck Unit........................................................................... A-2
Table A-3: Technical specifications for the ACU..................................................................................................... A-4
Table A-4: Supported VSAT modems............................................................................................................................ A-5
Table A-5: Patents................................................................................................................................................................... A-5
Table A-6: Technical specifications for VSAT LNB 1/2......................................................................................... A-9
Table A-7: Technical specifications for VSAT LNB 2/2......................................................................................... A-9
Table A-8: 4-band switching............................................................................................................................................A-11
Table A-9: Technical specifications for VSAT 8 W BUC 1/2............................................................................A-11
Table A-10: Technical specifications for VSAT 8 W BUC 2/2 ............................................................................A-11
App. B VMU cables
App. C VMU settings
Table C-1: Messages sent from the VSAT modem to the ACU (examples).................................................C-3
Table C-2: Messages sent from the ACU to the VSAT modem (examples).................................................C-4
Table C-3: Ranges for signal strength for iDirect OpenAMIP VSAT modem...............................................C-4
Table C-4: Information in the VSAT modem option file ......................................................................................C-6
Table C-5: RS-232 Console cable for iDirect Serial VSAT modem................................................................C-12
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