VERONTE T28 User manual

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Embention
Oct 18, 2022

CONTENTS
1 Introduction 3
2 Quick Start 5
2.1 ON/OFF ................................................. 5
2.2 Veronte Tracker Placement ........................................ 5
2.3 Warnings ................................................. 5
2.4 Requirements ............................................... 6
3 Technical 7
3.1 Part list .................................................. 7
3.2 Features .................................................. 7
3.3 Mechanical Specifications ........................................ 8
3.4 Electrical Specifications ......................................... 8
3.5 Dimensions ................................................ 8
3.6 Antenna kit ................................................ 11
3.6.1 Veronte Tracker 2.4GHz Antenna Kit ............................. 11
3.6.2 Veronte Tracker 900MHz Antenna Kit ............................. 12
3.6.3 Veronte Tracker 400MHz Antenna Kit ............................. 13
3.7 Interfaces ................................................. 15
4 Hardware Installation 17
4.1 Basic Connection Diagram ........................................ 17
4.2 Pinout ................................................... 17
4.2.1 Tracker Harness connector ................................... 17
4.2.2 Power connector ........................................ 19
4.3 PAN-TILT Unit installation ....................................... 19
4.4 PCS installation ............................................. 21
4.5 Antennas installation ........................................... 24
4.5.1 Omnidirectional Antenna .................................... 25
4.5.2 Parabolic Grid Antenna ..................................... 27
4.5.3 Yagi Antenna .......................................... 35
4.6 Mast extension instructions ....................................... 38
4.7 Guy cable installation .......................................... 42
5 Software Installation 45
5.1 Veronte Configuration .......................................... 45
6 Operation 51
6.1 Connection ................................................ 51
6.1.1 Interface ............................................. 51
6.1.2 Veronte Pipe .......................................... 51
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6.1.3 USB ............................................... 53
6.1.4 TCP (Point to Point) ...................................... 53
6.1.5 Broadcast (UDP) ........................................ 54
6.2 Start operation .............................................. 54
6.3 Tilt activation with range ......................................... 55
7 Maintenance 57
7.1 Post-flight ................................................. 57
8 Troubleshooting 59
8.1 TCP Connection cannot be stablished .................................. 59
8.2 Veronte Tracker configuration reset ................................... 62
9 Acronyms and Definitions 69
10 Contact Data 71
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2 CONTENTS

CHAPTER
ONE
INTRODUCTION
Veronte Tracker is a high-performance tracking antenna specifically designed for most demanding applications. The
system can install any directional antenna for maximizing system operation capabilities. Embedded control actuators
and installed encoders permits to automatically point the antenna with unique precision. Height and orientation given
to the antenna makes the device perfect for long range operations.
Suitable for: UAVs, UASs, RPASs, UGVs, USVs and any other moving system.
The platform is prepared to install different kind of antennas for video and data-link communications. Patch, yagi and
parabolic grid antennas can be used within the system for best operational performance. Tripod is also interchangeable
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and custom tripods can be adapted.
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CHAPTER
TWO
QUICK START
2.1 ON/OFF
To switch on and off Veronte Tracker it is necessary to connect the PCS Harness.
By pressing the button for 2 sec the system will turn on and the light will shine blue.
To turn Veronte Tracker off, the button shall be pressed for 2 sec (until the blue light turns off).
The button delay is implemented to avoid unwished disconnections.
Warning: Do not forget to turn off the system after use.
2.2 Veronte Tracker Placement
•Make sure Veronte Tracker is placed in an open area to avoid screening, reflection and interference due to terrain
or landscape elements.
•Make sure there is clearance around the antenna movement radius.
•Lay cables away from traverse areas.
2.3 Warnings
•Make sure not to put people or objects in the radius of movement of the antenna, it may cause damage.
•The distance between the Veronte Tracker and other radio modules must be at least 5m to establish
communications
•Guarantee that no obstacles will interrupt the LOS (Line Of Sight) radiolink.
•Do not break warranty seals. Please contact Embention’s support team before doing it.
•Keep the PCS in a position where the GPS antenna is facing to the free sky for a better satellite view.
•Avoid shocks during transportation or operation, some of the components could suffer damage.
•Polarizacion can be horizontal or vertical and it is aligned with the direction of the antenna. The polarization
of the tracker antenna should be the same as the polarization of the receiver, then adjust the tracker antenna
according to its corresponding polarization direction.
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Warning: Do not forget to connect RF antennas before powering up!!!!
2.4 Requirements
•Personal computer.
•Control station: Veronte PCS.
•Software: Veronte Pipe.
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CHAPTER
THREE
TECHNICAL
3.1 Part list
The system consist of a multiple components listed below.
Quantity Items
1 PAN-TILT Unit
1 PCS connection cable
1 Extendible mast up to 3m
1 Rugged transport box for motion platform
1 Bag for tripod
3.2 Features
•Ready for operation with Veronte PCS.
•Real time tracking.
•Data, Telemetry and Video Link Communication
•Tripod or Telescopic Mast Mount
•Directional and omnidirectional antenna combination.
•Compatible with Veronte MCS or third party computers.
•Easy to install.
•360ºfree rotation.
•Easy maintenance.
•Robust and reliable construction.
Warning: Veronte Tracker needs Veronte PCS for operation.
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3.3 Mechanical Specifications
Pan-tilt unit Weight 17kg max (without antennas and Veronte PCS)
Mast Weight 21kg
Operating temperature -20 to 60°C
Environmental
proteciton
IP54
PAN-TILT Transport
case
Rugged plastic case, quad track wheels, pressure purge valve, side handles and carry
handle
Tripod Transport bag High quality transport bag
3.4 Electrical Specifications
Tracker DC input 24 VDC
PCS power 80W to 130W (depending on mounted antennas)
Pheripheral I/O
Ports
1x USB, 2x CAN ports, Ethernet, 16x PWM, PPM, 4x ADCs and 1x I2C (From Veronte
PCS)
3.5 Dimensions
Below you can find a dimensions drawing of Veronte Tracker.
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Fig. 1: Veronte Tracker dimensions
Veronte Tracker is supplied together with a telescopic foldable mast that can be extended up to 3.8m. Next, you can
find the maximum and the minimum dimensions of the system when installed.
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Fig. 2: System Dimensions
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3.6 Antenna kit
This system is available with three antenna kits in order to fit all operational requirements of each application. Other
combinations are possible on request. All versions consist in:
•Two antennas
•One Combiner Divider
•Interconnection cables
The main specifications for standard options are described below.
3.6.1 Veronte Tracker 2.4GHz Antenna Kit
Antenna type Frequency Gain RF
Power
PolarizationImpedanceHorizontal
Beam Width
Vertical
Beam Width
Weight
Parabolic Grid
Antenna
2.4GHz to
2.5 GHz
27
dBi
100W
max
Vertical 50R 6.5º8º7.1kg
Omnidirectional
Antenna
2.4GHz to
2.5 GHz
4
dBi
100W
max
Vertical 50R 360º50º0.09kg
The kit comes also with:
•High power Combiner Divider 100W, 2 Way, N Type, IP67 Outdoor, 698 - 2700 MHz
•RF Cable N-Male to N-Male, LMR 195, 50R, 560mm
•RF Cable N-Male to N-Male, LMR 195, 50R, 275mm
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Fig. 3: 2.4GHz Antenna Kit dimensions
3.6.2 Veronte Tracker 900MHz Antenna Kit
Antenna type Frequency Gain RF
Power
Polarization ImpedanceHorizontal
Beam Width
Vertical
Beam Width
Weight
Yagi Antenna 902 to
928 MHz
14
dBi
50W Vertical or
horizontal
50R 30 º30º1.8kg
Omnidirectional
Antenna
902 to
928 MHz
3
dBi
50W Vertical 50R 360º44º0.81kg
The kit comes also with:
•High power Combiner Divider 100W, 2 Way, N Type, IP67 Outdoor, 698 - 2700 MHz
•RF Cable N-Male to N-Male, LMR 195, 50R, 275mm
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Fig. 4: 900MHz Antenna Kit dimensions
3.6.3 Veronte Tracker 400MHz Antenna Kit
Antenna type Frequency Gain RF
Power
Polarization ImpedanceHorizontal
Beam Width
Vertical
Beam
Width
Weight
Yagi Antenna 450 to
470 MHz
12
dBi
200W
max
Vertical or
horizontal
50R 45 º35º1kg
Omnidirectional
Antenna
400 to
470 MHz
3.3
dBi
10W
max
Vertical 50R 360º45º0.48kg
The kit comes also with:
•High power Combiner Divider 150W, 2 Way, N Type, IP67 Outdoor, 430 - 470 MHz
•RF Cable N-Male to N-Male, LMR 195, 50R, 560mm
•RF Adapter N-Female to SMA Female
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Fig. 5: 400MHz Antenna Kit dimensions
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3.7 Interfaces
Fig. 6: Veronte Tracker Interfaces - Parts identification
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Fig. 7: Veronte Tracker Interfaces - Parts identification
ID Items
A Antenna connection
B To Veronte PCS LOS connector
C Antenna connection
D Veronte Tracker harness connection
E Interface connector
F Power connector
G Veronte PCS output connector
Warning: Use Veronte Tracker harness connection.
Warning: Veronte Tracker can only be powered through the Power Connector.
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