Mobile VSAT Auto Acquiring Internet Antenna System .98 Meter/1.2
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1. Configure Modem s LAN settings as shown below to use Your computer should be setup to acquire an IP address automatically Wire Key DD Ethernet LAN Category 5 with RJ 45 aa Internet WAN Category 5 with RJ 45 connectors J RX RG 6 Coaxial Cable TX RG 6 Coaxial Cable Comm RG 6 Coaxial Cable Figure 4 6 24 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Navigation to the Front panel menu The front panel screen or main menu is accessed before any others when you first start the web browser To access this screen you must be on the network that the ICE board is connected to Most often this will be through a router with an ICE and PC attached to it However the ICE can also be connected directly to the PC with an RJ 45 cable In either case the default way to access the main menu is through the Internet Protocol IP address 192 168 75 75 This requires the router if used and PC to have the 192 168 5 x base addresses where x is any number from 1 to 254 except 75 e Note The x for the router and PC must be different You can change the base 192 168 75 x address to any available IP address but you will have to first access the ICE through the default address and then change the network address that the ICE responds to Next you can change the PC and router base IP addresses aS appropriate and then repower the ICE board e Note The default address of 192 168 75 72. In order to properly connect to the Internet a computer laptop or desktop with Internet Explorer installed is required ee e l l Windows 98SE Windows ME Operating System Windows 2000 Windows XP 9 0 10 2 or higher Pentium Il 333MHz or faster 300 MHz or faster 64MB RAM Windows 985E and Windows ME Memory RAM 128MB RAM Windows 2000 178MB and Windows XP Free Hard Drive Space 100MB 150MB Networking Capability 10 100 Ethernet 10 100 Ethernet GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section ll System Overview 2 4 Front Panel MOBILE ANTENNA CONTROL ACQUIRE STOW HALT RESUME STATUS _ GENERAL DVNAMICS l SATCOM Technologies Model 7000 Controller Front Panel Front Panel Operation of the Mobile VSAT system couldn t be easier There are only two buttons and a status light on the front panel Each button is a momentary push button style switch with a single color Green LED The STATUS light is a two color Red Yellow LED 1 ACQUIRE STOW Button Press and release the ACQUIRE STOW button to power up the Mobile VSAT and acquire a pre programmed satellite Press and release it again to stow the Mobile VSAT after use 2 HALT RESUME Button Press and release the HALT RESUME button to stop the movement of Mobile VSAT at any time Press and release it again and the Mobile VSAT will resume the last command given prior to halting 3 STATUS LED The STAT
3. The refresh can be modified as described below Timed Refresh is the default and will be restored each time the browser is opened Refresh Once Click to force a page refresh in your browser Timed Refresh Click to force reinstate continual timed refresh Stop Timed Refresh Click to stop continual timed refresh 21 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 2 Antenna Operation Graphical User Interface GUI User access levels Associated with the GUI interface are three levels of user access which are controlled through the use of passwords The user access levels determine which screens you can access and in some cases which controls are active on a screen Front Panel Level 1 No Password Required Only the Front Panel screen and Password Login Access Protected Features screens are available at this level Front Panel Level 2 Local User Includes Level 1 screens plus the Manual Jog screen and two Advanced screens Options and Network Configuration Front Panel Level 3 System Operator Includes all Level 2 screens the Satellite Setup screen plus the remaining Advanced screens Advanced Options Controller Configuration Antenna Parameters and Firmware Configuration Note If the Local User password is set to blank as is the case with units shipped from the factory then there is no Level 1 and the system defaults to Level 2 Only b
4. the ACP test this is the best score yet GPS Latitude and Longitude Real time GPS information from the ACE board Heading Shows the Mobile VSAT s current heading This is populated in one of three ways o Onboard Compass Real time compass information from the ACE board o Manual Heading input by user requires Level Access o Full Circle Sweep No compass will be used and this field will be 0 Tilt Real time Tilt information from the ACE board Shows how level the pedestal is Below the Wideband Signal Strength are the Warnings and Faults lists show messages for any system faults or warnings that the blink codes are indicating The Faults window turns red if any faults exist Note Some warnings and faults cause the system to halt To clear these types of warnings or faults it is necessary to first remove the problem causing the fault and then hit the halt resume button located on the ICE front panel If all faults and warnings have truly been cleared warning and fault display areas of the GUI will be blank The bottom section of the screen displays the current Controller ICE and ACE software versions as well as the current temperature of the ACE board Note The ACE board is the Antenna Control Electronics board and is located on the antenna pedestal Refresh Buttons The Mobile VSAT Controller has the web browser do a continual timed refresh of the GUI pages to provide the user with current feedback from the Controller
5. unit It is recommended to label and or color code the RG 6 Coax Cables on both ends Starting at the Mobile VSAT Pedestal Mobile VSAT Basic Wiring Diagram Bulkhead 1 Connect the supplied GPS antenna to connector labeled GPS on the antenna bulkhead Place the GPS antenna in a location that allows clear GPS view of the skv This cable mav be Antenna Bulkhead extended with RG 6 coax cable if VYY necessary 2 Connect the 3 RG 6 Coax Cables to the Receive RX Transmit TX and Communications COMM connectors on the antenna bulkhead These connections should include a generous amount of dielectric grease in the connector covered by a weatherproof sealant or tape Power LAN SAT OUT SATIN Hg Q Q Q 3 Connect the other end of the 3 RG 6 Coax Cables to the Mobile VSAT Model 7000 Controller and the modem as shown in the diagram Figure 3 9 4 Locate and install a Ground connection from the Controller to the vehicle frame or other approved Ground location standard 14 gauge vehicle wire To Computes Mobile VSAT Antenna Controller FUSE 1 koki Power Comm Gl 6 5 Connect a standard CAT 5 Ethernet cable from the Controller directly to an Ethernet Router for PC connections 6 Connect the Controller Modem and Wire K Router to a power source Ethernet LAN Category 5 with RJ 45 TNE Internet WAN Category 5 with RJ 45 connectors I RX RG 6 Coaxial Cable TX RG 6 Coaxial
6. with the short waveguide resting in the rear support bracket Attach the OMT flange to the flange of the feed assembly using the o ring and hardware provided Tighten securely Note that the assembly must be oriented correctly If your requirement is vertical receive polarization orient the LNB s coax connector parallel to the feed cradle s motor arm as shown below If your requirement is horizontal receive polarization orient the LNB s coax connector perpendicular to the feed cradle s motor arm VERTICAL RECEIVE ASSEMBLY HORIZONTALRECEIVE ASSEMBLY COAX PARALLEL TO MOTOR ARM COAX PERPENDICULAR TO MOTOR ARM 4 Secure the assembly in the feed cradle by attaching the top clamp on the rear support bracket Tighten the two screws securely 5 Attach the receive coax cable labeled Rx to the LNB s coax connector and the transmit coax cable labeled Tx to the coax connector on the BUC Figure 3 8 COMPLETED HUGHESNET FEED ASSEMBLY GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Ill Installation 3 5 Connect Wiring After your Mobile VSAT system has been mechanically installed the next step is to complete the wiring from the Pedestal Antenna to the Model 7000 Controller Modem Computer GPS Ground and Power Supply Wiring for the Mobile VSAT system has been designed for simplicity in the field Antenna connections are clearly identified and easily located at the rear of the base
7. x 15 high 171cm L x 99cm W x 38cm H es Environmental J O 40 mph w 0 25dB max loss Ku band 64 km h Stow C ZZztfjg j oo pp i Mount Specifications J gt 430 215 Adjustment Range GPS es i Voltage Power o S O Iz SSC EF Cabling S G O L i Controller S G O 2 Ethernet RJ 45 10 100 7 0 Wide x 1 75 High x 7 25 Deep 17 8cm W x 4 4cm H x 18 4cm D 12V DC 120V AC Optional Figure 7 2 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section VII Specifications 7 2 Hardware A description of the reflector mounting hardware for each size antenna is shown in the following tables 98cm Reflector Mounting Hardware Kit Part Number Item ipti 4 5 Item Part Number Description _ Figure 7 3 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Revisions Ta oeren craon wo v Freire as araor 77 femm Edits added from April 7 input and follow on discussions 04 30 09 D Edits and added wiring instructions and diagram 02 27 09 OB Added GUI screens description 06 23 08 Change front and rear panels switch def add blink 10 24107 codes po Released for review 04 05 07 If you have any questions about the General Dynamics Mobile VSAT System please contact our customer service department at 828 464 4141 8 00am 5 00pm EST Monday through Friday or visit our website at www gdsatcom com 34
8. 5 is always available even after changing the ICE IP address in network configuration However it can t be used to access the ICE GUI unless the PC and router if used are on the same 192 168 75 x local network 25 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section V Service and Maintenance 5 1 Registration Warranty Service This section intentionally left blank 5 2 System Maintenance e Any debris snow ice leaves etc should be removed before trying to stow or deploy antenna system e Do not try to remove any build up while the antenna is transmitting e Dust and dirt is expected to gather on the antenna but may be rinsed away with water from a hose or pail e Do not force water into gears motors or bearing surfaces with high pressure from a hose 26 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section VI Reference 6 1 ISP Information After vour Mobile VSAT Auto Acquire Mobile Satellite Internet Svstem has been installed programmed and brought online the following information will be available from your ISP It is recommended that you record and keep the information available This information is exclusive to your specific unit and therefore should be kept confidential PLEASE RECORD AND KEEP THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION Your Site Account Number SAN Number Your PIN Number Address City Registered to State Zip Country
9. 75 x base addresses where x is any number from 1 to 254 except 75 e Note The x for the router and PC must be different You can change the base 192 168 75 x address to any available IP address but you will have to first access the ICE through the default address and then change the network address that the ICE responds to Next you can change the PC and router base IP addresses aS appropriate and then repower the ICE board e Note The default address of 192 168 75 75 is always available even after changing the ICE IP address in network configuration However it can t be used to access the ICE GUI unless the PC and router if used are on the same 192 168 75 x local network Navigation between screens Use the left side menu buttons to access progressive GUI screens from the Front Panel displays The specific items shown in that menu depend on the current user access level For the System Operator level the choices are Front Panel Setup Manual Jog and Advanced The Advanced menu has its own submenu visible when you click on it The items in that submenu are Options Network Configuration Controller Configuration and Update Firmware If you are not running at System Operator level the Setup item is replaced with Access Protected which gets you to the Access Protected Features screen 18 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 2 Ante
10. Cable Comm RG 6 Coaxial Cable 14 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Ill Installation 3 6 Elevate Pedestal Now that all of your cables are connected press and release the AQUIRE STOW button The unit will power up and the pedestal will deploy to an upright position and pause When it pauses press the HALT RESUME button to stop motion 3 7 Attach the Reflector 1 It is easiest to install the reflector with the antenna pedestal raised up from the stowed position to the deployed position To accomplish this complete the wiring connections outlined in Section 3 2 and the feed assembly outlined in Section 3 3 or 3 4 and apply power to the ICE unit With power applied press and release the ACQUIRE STOW button on the front panel After completing the power up sequence the pedestal will rise to a vertical position Once the pedestal is in the vertical position press and release the HALT RESUME button to stop any further motion while the reflector is being installed PEDESTAL IN DEPLOYED POSITION 2 The reflector supplied with your Mobile VSAT Antenna System is designed with offset optics and must be installed in the correct orientation top bottom This is easily accomplished by observing the position and orientation of the Mobile VSAT logo on the reflector s front face 3 Position the reflector on the pedestals reflector support Align the holes of the reflector wit
11. GENERAL DYNAMICS SATCOM Technologies 4096 745 Rev H November 30 2010 USERS MANUAL Mobile VSAT Auto Acquiring Internet Antenna System 98 Meter 1 2 Meter GENERAL DYNAMICS SATCOM Technologies 1500 Prodelin Drive Newton NC 28658USA Phone 828 464 4141 www gdsatcom com GENERAL DVNAMICS SATCOM Technologies 4096 745 MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE INTRODUCTION 1 1 INTRODUCTION 1 2 PRECAUTIONS AND REMINDERS 1 3 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 4 TERMS amp GLOSSARY ll SYSTEM OVERVIEW 2 1 SATELLITE INTERNET OVERVIEW 2 2 COMPONENTS LIST 2 3 COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS 2 4 FRONT PANEL 2 5 REAR PANEL II INSTALLATION 3 1 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 3 2 UNPACK amp INVENTORY 3 3 MOUNTING SURFACE 3 4 FEED ASSEMBLY 3 4a FEED ASSEMBLY STANDARD 3 4b FEED ASSEMBLY HUGHESNET 3 5 CONNECT WIRING 3 6 ELEVATE PEDESTAL 3 7 ATTACH REFLECTOR 3 8 STOW amp DEPLOY IV OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 1 ANTENNA OPERATION FRONT PANEL 4 2 ANTENNA OPERATION USING GUI 4 3 FAULTS amp WARNINGS 4 4 BLINK CODES 4 5 NETWORK SETTINGS V SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5 1 REGISTRATION WARRANTY SERVICE 5 2 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 5 3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VI REFERENCE 6 1 ISP INFORMATION SHEET 6 2 BASIC WIRING DIAGRAM 6 3 IP ADDRESSING VII SPECIFICATIONS 7 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 7 2 HARDWARE GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Introduction 1 1 Introduction The Gen
12. Telephone E Mail Modem Type and Model Service Package Satellite Name Contact Address City State Zip Telephone E Mail Website Service and Support Group Installer Installer Certification Date Installed Date Registered Registration Number Hardware ICU Serial Number Mobile VSAT Serial Number GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section VI Reference 6 2 Basic Wiring Diagram Mobile VSAT Basic Wiring Diagram Kemm NI THS DR RA d ZEA al 5 l i E Den a Antenna Bulkhead Antenna LAN SAT OUT SAT IN oo O D Power Internet WAN To Co mputes Mobile VSAT Antenna Controller RS 232 Ethernet i SE i oo Comm RX voce s H ago Wire Key Ethernet LAN Category 5 with RJ 45 TEER NEE Internet WAN Category 5 with RJ 45 connectors J RX RG 6 Coaxial Cable TX RG 6 Coaxial Cable Comm RG 6 Coaxial Cable 28 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section VI Reference 6 3 IP Addressing Mobile VSAT Default IP Address LAN IP Power LAN SAT OUT SAT IN WAN IP ka Q Q Subnet Mask Gateway p eee WAN Internet Connection Tvpe Static Router Wired or Wireless kernet P cidroga MATET i Power Internet WAN Ethemet LAN Subnet M ask z 2 o B PRAE Sae Z es LAN Lo
13. US LED keeps the user informed of the status of the Mobile VSAT system This LED notifies the user of warnings and faults and will initiate a blink code to indicate the warning number in yellow or a fault number in red The Controller s enclosure is made from 22 Gauge steel with paint grip zinc plating This enclosure has a baked on paint powder coat finish for durability The steel enclosure provides mobile environment ruggedness and EMI shielding Size Height 1 75 Sized to fit inside 1 Rack Height Unit Depth 7 25 Width 7 0 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section ll System Overview 2 5 Rear Panel COMM RX MODEM RX 6 i w taj Model 7000 Controller Rear Panel The rear panel contains six connectors a fuse and a grounding post The function of these connectors is as follows 1 RS 232 Sub D female 9 pin connector for serial interface to the l Modem It also allows HyperTerminal connection for troubleshooting 2 ETHERNET RJ 45 female connector for a 10 100 full duplex Ethernet port This Ethernet port allows for easy connectivity to a computer network and permits remote control commands and remote updating of the system 3 FUSE 10 Amp 5x20mm Fast Acting fuse limits the current from the 12 Volt power source 4 12 V POWER Option 1 A 120VAC to 12VDC power supply is furnished with the system Option 2 A field wire able 12 volt batter
14. cal IP Address 192 168 75 1 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 i To Computers Static DNS 1 0 0 0 0 Static DNS 2 0 0 0 0 Sentinel Model 7000 Controller SE FU RS232 Ethemet 4 I Som E E RX m k IO Controller Fixed IP 192 168 75 75 These parameters will be provided by your Internet Service Provider ISP or Network Administrator Use this page to record The IP addresses for your Modem Router and Sentinel Controller Configure Modem s LAN settings as shown below to use Your computer should be setup to acquire an IP address automatically Wire Key Ethernet LAN Category 5 with RJ 45 l TRER Internet WAN Category 5 with RJ 45 connectors J RX RG 6 Coaxial Cable TX RG 6 Coaxial Cable Comm RG 6 Coaxial Cable 29 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section VI Reference 6 3 IP Addressing Moblie VSAT IP Addresses LAN IP SAT OUT SAT IN O WAN IP Subnet Mask Gatewav WAN Internet Connection Type Static Router could be wireless in ert IP Arirase F Power Internet WAN Ethernet LAN Subnet M ask o B Beare lt 3 Local IP Address l Subnet Mask _ i To Computes Static DNS 1 s Static DNS 2 3 A Sentinel Model 7000 Controller FUSE ower m RS232 Ethernet a ee Comm RX MY Controller Fixed IP 192 168 75 75 D A EJ Custom Assigned IP Use
15. connection to the Internet instead of traditional terrestrial connection methods A wire such as Cable or DSL or wireless such as Cellular To use Satellite Internet you have to aim your antenna at the satellite determined by your Internet Service Provider ISP The antenna is fitted with a BUC to transmit and an LNB to receive The BUC and LNB transmit and receive information to and from the modem The BUC LNB and Modem are provided by your ISP The Modem is connected to the Mobile VSAT Model 7000 Controller and your computer s via an Ethernet Hub The Mobile VSAT system takes care of the first and most important part of this process the aiming and peaking the antenna This is critical because without proper antenna alignment you can never fully utilize the bandwidth from your ISP GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Il System Overview 2 2 Components List Mobile VSAT System Includes e Mobile VSAT Reflector and Pedestal Mount Mobile VSAT Model 7000 Controller 120VAC Power Supply GPS Antenna Mounting Hardware User s Manual Additional Equipment Required customer supplied e Modem e Router or Ethernet Hub e CAT 5 Ethernet Cable of appropriate lengths to connect your computer modem and Model 7000 Controller to the Ethernet Router or Hub e RG 6 Coax Cable 100 Max 3 required Receive Transmit Communications 2 3 Computer Requirements Note
16. controller into different modes During startup the Status light will flash once or twice to indicate which bank the controller booted up to Before start up all lights will be OFF The antenna is stowed and the system is in sleep mode To power up press the ACQUIRE STOW button The button s green LED switches on and the status light will illuminate yellow for a few seconds and then will flash and go dark The controller then checks to see if the antenna is stowed If the antenna is not stowed the controller will initiate the Stow sequence before proceeding with the Acquire sequence If the antenna is stowed the controller will initiate the Acquire sequence The ACQUIRE STOW button will begin to flash and will continue to flash until the acquisition is completed The STATUS LED will flash during start up but generally will remain OFF unless a warning or fault occurs See Blink the Code Chart in the Reference Section for a complete list of Blink Codes Deployment Once the boot up is complete the controller checks to see if the antenna is locked on the target satellite or stowed If the antenna is locked on the target satellite the Acquire Stow LED will turn to a solid green LED ON and no further action will take place If the antenna is not on 16 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions Deployment continued target and not stowed the controller will initiate
17. e if you using a different Reference Satellite Search Time Displays how long the system has been searching for its target satellite Once the satellite is acquired this field stops increasing Search Sat az and Search Sat el Displays calculated values for Current Search Satellite This section of the screen displays system status after the Target Satellite has been located DVB Lock indicator turns green when DVB lock is achieved When the system is on the target and finished with an acquisition the DVB lock indicator should be solid on DVB Freq This is the DVB frequency that the controller is searching for This information comes from the Satellite Setup Page Modem RX Lock This window indicates RX lock and is received from the modem Last Modem RX Score This window shows RX score and is also received from the modem 20 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 2 Antenna Operation Graphical User Interface GUI Front Panel Page continued ACP stands for Auto Cross Pol It is a feature that is exclusive to the HughesNet Satellite platform ACP testing is only performed when a Hughes modem is selected on the Satellite Setup page otherwise this field is always black HNS ACP Pass This window turns green when cross polarization testing succeeds Last ACP Score During the ACP test this is the most recent score Peak ACP Score During
18. ealign the Mobile VSAT without having to completely stow first This feature is used if for any reason the Mobile VSAT moves slightly For example snow melting under your mounting surface Click on the button and the system re peaks the Azimuth Elevation and Polarity The system will lose satellite connectivity during this process but for a much shorter period of time than stowing and reacquiring This feature can only be used AFTER the Mobile VSAT has acquired its target satellite POWER OFF This is a No Questions Asked power off button Clicking on it has the same effect as disconnecting the power source REBOOT This button allows a local or remote user to reboot the Controller after firmware updates have been done Also used in troubleshooting System State Displays messages regarding the status of the system at any time such as Jog mode Stowing Deploying Satellite Found etc The next section of the screen displays system information relating to the movement of the Mobile VSAT pedestal Where it s going and what it s looking for Command Az El amp Pol These windows display where the pedestal has been commanded to go Feedback Az El amp Pol These windows display where the pedestal actually is Target Satellite This window displays the name Target Satellite Current Search Satellite This window displays the Satellite that the Controller is currently looking for May be different than the Target Satellit
19. eral Dynamics Mobile VSAT Auto Acquiring Internet System has been built to the highest standards to provide years of reliable service It has been designed with simplicity in mind simple to set up simple to use and simple to maintain It is also designed to allow easy field repair or replacement of parts if needed Careful attention during the installation assembly and programming of the Mobile VSAT system will assure maximum performance Please read this manual completely before beginning assembly This User s Manual assumes that the Mobile VSAT has been pre programmed for the target satellite s This User s Manual was designed for the end user to assist primarily with the initial assembly and the day to day use and operation of the Mobile VSAT system It only addresses features that can be accessed from either the Front Panel or GUI access with Level 1 access For complete installation and programming as well as complete GUI instructions please see the Mobile VSAT Installation amp Programming Manual f you have any questions about the Mobile VSAT System please contact our customer service department at 828 464 4141 8 00am 5 00pm EST Monday through Friday or visit our website at www gdsatcom com 1 2 Precautions and Reminders e This device emits radio frequency energy Do not place your head or other body parts between transmitting feed horn and reflector when system is operational e Before performing any maintenance
20. h the mating holes in the reflector support bracket Attach the reflector with the 5 16 hardware provided Note that there are two longer and two shorter carriage bolts The longer bolts are for the two lower holes in the reflector and the shorter bolts are for the two upper holes Secure each bolt with a flat washer lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely 3 8 Stow amp Deploy 1 With the reflector installed you may press the STOW button to return the pedestal to the stowed position or press the RESUME button to continue with satellite acquisition 15 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 1 Antenna Operation Front Panel _MOBILE ANTENNA CONTROL GENERAL DYNAMICS SATCOM Technologies Model 7000 Controller Front Panel General Operation After the Mobile VSAT has been programmed the user simply has to press the ACQUIRE STOW button to deploy the Mobile VSAT and acquire the desired satellite and then press the same button again to stow it Each button has a toggle function For example pressing the HALT RESUME button once will cause the system to halt pressing it again will cause the system to resume its current command Pressing it again will cause it to halt again and so on The green lights in the center of the switches will along with the status light indicate the system s status These buttons will also be used to put the
21. ior to halting Modem Transmitter Safety When the controller s DC supply power is turned off the lack of power to the LNB will cause the modem to turn off its transmitter 17 GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 2 Antenna Operation Graphical User Interface GUI GUI access after power up The GUI will be accessible approximately 30 seconds after ICE power up If you enter the ICE network IP address in the web browser please wait at least 30 seconds after power up If you already have an ICE web page screen up from a prior system operation you must close and re launch the browser for the GUI to become active Web browsers supported The GUI has been tested to perform as described below on Internet Explorer Version 6 7 and 8 Opera 10 Firefox 3 5 and 4 0 and Safari 4 0 with Windows XP Pro and Vista Navigation to the Front panel menu The front panel screen or main menu is accessed before any others when you first start the web browser To access this screen you must be on the network that the ICE board is connected to Most often this will be through a router with an ICE and PC attached to it However the ICE can also be connected directly to the PC with an RJ 45 cable In either case the default way to access the main menu is through the Internet Protocol IP address 192 168 75 75 This requires the router if used and PC to have the 192 168
22. ler and setup parameters for the network For the purpose of this manual it is assumed that A You have your Modem LNB BUC Router and all necessary RG 6 coaxial and network cables of sufficient length available AND B Your installation falls into category 1 2 or 3 below 1 Mobile VSAT system arrives completely assembled except for the wiring If your Mobile VSAT arrived fully assembled All that remains is to attach it to a suitable mounting surface and connect 3 RG 6 coaxial cables from the Pedestal to the Model 7000 Controller See 3 2 Unpack amp Inventory 3 3 Mounting Surface 3 5 Basic Mobile VSAT Wiring Diagram 4 1 Basic Operation 2 Mobile VSAT system arrives assembled except for the BUC LNB lf your Mobile VSAT system requires assembling the BUC LNB and or installing that assembly onto the Mobile VSAT it will probably require attaching the reflector as well If so install the BUC LNB assembly onto the feed BEFORE attaching the reflector See 3 4 Attaching BUC LNB 3 Mobile VSAT system arrives assembled except for the reflector lf your Mobile VSAT system is fully assembled except for attaching the reflector to the pedestal follow the steps above then See 3 7 Attaching Reflector 4 Mobile VSAT system arrives un assembled Factory Default Before the Mobile VSAT system can be successfully deployed it must first be set up and programmed This will require the Installation amp Programming Manual the target satellite pa
23. limit Hardware Error 1 Elevation Stall Obstruction or over current or no encoder pulses Note For multiple warnings or faults faults have priority over warnings and the list has top down priority 23 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 5 Network Setup Although the Mobile VSAT can be completely assembled without connecting it to a computer to access the Internet the Mobile VSAT must be connected to your computer You can connect in one of two methods 1 Connecting using a Router 2 Connecting directly to your computer The following diagram shows the basic network connections and default IP addresses for the Mobile VSAT Mobile VSAT Default IP Address Power LAN SAT OUT SAT IN ry a JIS Ea Q Subnet Mask g Gateway WAN Internet Connection Type Static Router Wired or Wireless intamnetib iddnags Power InternetWAN EthemetiLAN Subnet Mask O A B ince TA a Local IP Address 192 168 75 1 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 To Computers Static DNS 1 0 0 0 0 Static DNS 2 0 0 0 0 Sentinel Model 7000 Controller Modem RS232 Ethernet n ve kd at Be AY BB QI G C B amp Controller Fixed IP 192 168 75 75 These parameters will be provided by your Internet Service Provider ISP or Network Administrator Use this page to record The IP addresses for your Modem Router and Sentinel Controller
24. nder normal operation i e hardware fault connection broken e A warning indicates that operations are not working correctly or operational limits have been reached i e travel limits can t find satellite can t lock on GPS signal stop all motion etc In most cases the user can correct the condition and try again lf the fault or warning can be corrected the user depresses the HALT RESUME button to resume the current acquisition sequence 4 4 Blink Codes The bi color Red Yellow Status LED is used to display a blink code when a warning Yellow or fault Red condition exists The Blink code is a combination of short flashes making a cycle A short flash is 0 5 second ON and 0 5 second OFF when indicating a number If more than one code is stored the light will be OFF for 2 5 seconds before the next code is displayed The cycle continues until the warning fault is cleared All blink codes correspond to warning or fault conditions identified on the GUI screens SOLID JWarmingup Not Ready S Position Has Changed Azimuth Stall Obstruction or over No LNB signal status min noise current or no encoder pulses Polarity Stall Obstruction or over Automatic Cross Pol Fail current or no encoder pulses Max Elevation Exceeded Tx not available 7 Did not acquire time out Stow Az fault No Reference Satellite on Target Tilt unstable 5 minutes Polaritv Found ACE Startup error Tx DC on Fail 10 Tilt Change over threshold
25. nna Operation Graphical User Interface GUI Front Panel Page The Front Panel Page is located at 192 168 75 75 It is also called the default or main menu screen GENERAL DYNAMICS Front Panel SATCOM Technologies Front Paned MOBILE ANTENNA CONTROL Setup STOW l HALT STATUS REAGOLIRKE I PONER OFF REBOOT Manual Jog S Advanced System State I I Di 7 7 ___ O Command Az 0 00 te 0 00 LOE Feedback Az 0 00 sR Pol Target Satellite Search Time Current Search i DVB Lock i1 f eh score oo o PGE 1 859 GHz fog ee Modem TX Online ping or Modem RX code code modem status Modem RX lock RA aj ii HNS ACP p gt pas ___ Last ACP score Loo Peak ACP score S far ji Heading ENR ne XX 0 0 0 0 Wideband signal strength dn iii Warnings Faults ICE version ACE version ACE temperature C 0 0 Refresh once Timed refresh Stop timed refresh GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 2 Antenna Operation Graphical User Interface GUI Front Panel Page continued The top part of the screen is meant to simulate the unit s physical front panel It features the ACQUIRE STOW and HALT RESUME buttons and their function is the same as on the Front Panel of the Controller Beneath the buttons are their LED s as well as the STATUS LED REACQUIRE This button allow the user to r
26. or upgrades unplug the unit from power source e Do not try to manually move antenna or hinder antenna movement as this could result in bodily injury or damage to the unit e Be aware of pinch points while the antenna is being positioned deployed or stowed e Do not move the vehicle while the antenna is deployed e Do not attempt to deploy the unit while the vehicle is in motion e Do not attach or hang items from the antenna unit GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Introduction 1 3 General Information The General Dynamics Mobile VSAT Auto Acquiring Internet System will allow you to access the World Wide Web from virtually anywhere your vehicle can take you You just need a clear view of the southern sky The Mobile VSAT system can be deployed from the stowed position and acquire a pre selected satellite by the simple press of a button on the model 7000 Controller Pressing the same button again stows the system and prepares it for the next acquisition The controller allows the users PC to be off while the antenna control system remains fully operational i e the system architecture is PC independent Complete system status is also available without a computer The Front Panel has a status light that flashes Red or Yellow status and error Blink Codes A user may access the Mobile VSAT s web based Graphical User Interface GUI by using a web browser The GUI is designed
27. ps from the factory assembled for vertical receive polarization and horizontal transmit polarization If your application requires horizontal receive polarization and vertical transmit polarization remove the five screws holding the OMT to the feed horn rotate the OMT until the arrow indicator aligns with the marking HORIZ Rx and re install the screws Be careful not to lose or damage the o ring Tighten hardware securely using a small amount of LockTite on the threads XU FEED ASSEMBLED FOR VERTICAL RECEIVE 1 Align the opening on the BUC with the opening on the through port of the OMT and attach the BUC to the OMT with the hardware and o ring provided with the BUC Tighten hardware securely using a small amount of LockTite on the threads i 7 il Li i l E A LI A j e 3 t k A al 2 4 F l a sil A l _ sy u FEED ASSEMBLED FOR HORIZONTAL RECEIVE 2 Align the opening on the LNB with the opening on the receive port of the OMT and attach the LNB to the OMT with the hardware and o ring provided with the LNB Tighten hardware securely using a small amount of LockTite on the threads 3 Attach the receive coax cable labeled Rx to the LNB s coax connector and the transmit coax cable labeled Tx to the coax connector on the BUC FT ON Ab GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section III Installation 3 4b Hughes Network Systems Feed As
28. rameters and a clear understanding of what you are doing Contact your Mobile VSAT Dealer for support See Satellite Setup Quick Start Guide Installation amp Programming Manual CAUTION For Advanced Users Requires Level 2 Access GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Ill Installation 3 1 Installation Overview continued The Mobile VSAT svstem should tvpicallv be assembled following the order shown in this section It is recommended to connect ALL electronics as they are going to be installed and conduct a complete svstem test prior to installing in permanent mounting location Gather all of the ISP provided electronics that have not vet been installed if anv as well as all necessarv ETHERNET 8 RG 6 COAX cabling You will also need a power source 3 2 Unpack amp Inventory The Mobile VSAT system is shipped from the factory in two containers A Cardboard box containing the Reflector A boxed pallet containing the pedestal and a smaller box containing Model 7000 Antenna Controller Power Supply GPS Antenna Reflector Mounting Hardware Feed Hardware Kit Number 0200 1242 User s Manual 3 3 Determine amp Prepare Mounting Surface When deciding where to mount your Mobile VSAT Pedestal you should consider the following Level The Mobile VSAT system has onboard tilt sensors and can operate on a tilt of up to 10 degrees However the more out of level the longer the Satelli
29. sembly Typically it is easiest to pre assemble the Hughes BUC and LNB on a workbench and then install the assembly into the Mobile VSAT s feed support bushings 1 The Hughesnet transmit receive electronics are supplied by Hughes Network Systems with the transmitter BUC attached to the LNB OMT with a section of rigid waveguide as shown in the figure below When used with the Mobile VSAT antenna the rigid waveguide section must be removed and replaced with the waveguide supplied with the Mobile VSAT unit To do this remove the four screws attaching the waveguide to the BUC and the four screws attaching the waveguide to the LNB OMT Keep the screws waveguide spacer and the o rings and set aside the rigid waveguide SPACER HUGHESNET TRANSMIT RECEIVE ELECTRONICS AS SUPPLIED BY HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS 2 Locate the short waveguide supplied with the Mobile VSAT system Re assemble the BUC and LNB OMT as shown in the figure below using the screws waveguide spacer and o rings from the original assembly Because of the flange interfaces the waveguide can only be assembled in one direction orientation Tighten all hardware securely SHORT WAVEGUIDE HUGHESNET TRANSMIT RECEIVE ELECTRONICS ASSEMBLED FOR MOBILE 12 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Ill Installation 3 4b Hughes Network Svstems Feed Assembiv Continued 3 Place the assembly from step 2 into the feed cradle
30. te acquisition takes Always try to start from the most level position available Clearance You must allow enough clearance to permit full motion of the Azimuth and Elevation movements of the Mobile VSAT pedestal To avoid damage verify this PRIOR to the permanent attachment to your mounting surface Rigid Mounting Surface The mounting surface must be rigid enough not to flex as the mount moves in its Azimuth travel Weight Be sure the mounting surface will support the weight and the associated wind loads that may occur during use and transportation Access Access to your mounting location may determine the best order in which to assemble or install the Mobile VSAT pedestal If your mounting location is in a hard to get to spot it is a good idea to test and assemble as much as possible while the pedestal is still attached to the shipping pallet prior to final installation In some instances it is easier to attach the Mobile VSAT base to the mounting surface before attaching the Reflector 10 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section ll Installation 3 4 Feed Assembly The Mobile VSAT system can be fitted with one of two feed assemblies The Standard Feed is used when the ISP network is anything other than Hughes Network Systems The Hughes Feed is used when the ISP network is Hughes Network Systems 3 4a Standard Feed Assembly The Mobile VSAT s standard feed assembly shi
31. the Stow sequence before proceeding with the Acquire sequence If the antenna is stowed the controller will proceed directly to the Acquire sequence The ACQUIRE STOW button LED will continue blinking indicating that the controller is proceeding with the command but has not yet completed the commanded action When the auto acquire sequence has located and peaked on the programmed target satellite the blinking ACQUIRE STOW LED will turn to a solid green LED ON During the time the antenna is deploying the HALT RESUME button will serve as a motion halt button When this button is pressed the antenna will stop its motion and the Halt Resume LED will blink indicating that motion has been suspended The user can then either press Halt Resume again to continue the existing sequence command or press Acquire Stow to initiate the alternate command For example Instead of continuing to acquire the satellite change to the Stow sequence Stowing To shut down and stow the antenna the user presses the ACQUIRE STOW button The Acquire Stow LED will start blinking When the Stow sequence is complete the Acquire Stow LED will turn to a solid Green LED ON for 10 seconds and then turn OFF all LED s are dark and the internal power and CPU systems go to a sleep mode Halt Resume Press and release the HALT RESUME button to stop the movement of Mobile VSAT at any time Press and release it again and the Mobile VSAT will resume the last command given pr
32. this page to record The IP addresses for your Modem Router and Sentinel Controller if you changed from the default Controller IP address These parameters will be provided by your Internet Service Provider ISP or Network Administrator Wire Key Ethernet LAN Category 5 with RJ 45 Sanica Internet WAN Category 5 with RJ 45 connectors J RX RG 6 Coaxial Cable TX RG 6 Coaxial Cable Comm RG 6 Coaxial Cable Figure 6 4 30 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Vil Specifications 7 1 Technical Specifications Technical Information Regarding 1 2 Meter Mobile VSAT Antenna Compression Molded FRP Single Piece 138 pounds 63 kg 84 long x 48 5 wide x 16 5 high 213cm L x 123cm W x 42cm H es Environmental J O 35 mph w 0 25dB max loss Ku band 56 km h Stow 0 l4 gH 4q hhaw ew Mount Specifications 0000000000 430 215 Adjustment Range GPS es i U i Voltage Power S O e Cabling S G O Controller S G O 2 Ethernet RJ 45 10 100 7 0 Wide x 1 75 High x 7 25 Deep 17 8cm W x 4 4cm H x 18 4cm D 12V DC 120VAC Optional Figure 7 1 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section Vil Specifications 7 1 Technical Specifications Technical Information Regarding 98cm Mobile VSAT Antenna Compression Molded FRP Single Piece 123 pounds 56 kg 67 5 long x 39 wide
33. to provide advanced features remote availability of diagnostic information and the downloading of updates Enter a password and gain full control of the unit for setup and programming There is also a user level password which will provide limited control for local users if needed Once the Mobile VSAT is assembled and setup it becomes a One Button solution for connection to the Internet It is that simple 1 4 Terms amp Glossary Throughout this manual the following terms and acronyms will be used BUC Block Up Converter transmitter LNB Low Noise Block Converter OMT Orthomode Transducer ICE Interface Control Electronics ACE Antenna Control Electronics ISP Internet Service Provider GUI Graphical User Interface GPS Global Positioning System The following related Documents and Addendums are available Related Documents Addendums Installation amp Programming Manual Feed Orientations Field Service Manual Optional Bulkhead Troubleshooting Guide Vehicle Bulkhead Quick Start Guide Satellite Setup Quick Start Guide NOTE Some Documents are only available to Certified Mobile VSAT Dealer Installers 4 GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section ll System Overview 2 1 Satellite Internet Overview fi i et eal 2 1 go f ee p ae a tains a J FT Sentinel Controller SBE Router Satellite Internet is simply using a satellite link for your broadband
34. y power connector is also supplied with the Controller This connector only requires stripping two 14 AWG wires inserting these into the connector and tightening the screws The supply end positive wire should go to a 15 amp fuse in a distribution block 5 COMM Type F female connector for the COM Link communications 6 RX Type F female connector for the RX Output receive coax to LNB 7 RX MODEM Type F female connector for the RF Input coax from modem 8 8 32 Ground Stud For best lightning protection this case ground should be attached to the nearest vehicle chassis point using tinned copper braid heavy gauge wire or metal bracket i e pipe hanger strap The ground wire may be locally connected near the Controller GENERAL DVNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section III Installation 3 1 Installation Overview Because of the mobilitv of the Mobile VSAT Svstem it can be installed in a varietv of locations and applications Vehicular Trailer Mounted RV Rooftop and manv others This section is not intended to answer all installation questions but to cover the basics that apply to all installs This Users Manual covers basic installations that mav be done bv an end user and is not intended to be a complete installation manual Tvpicallv the Mobile VSAT svstem is provided to an end user bv an ISP along with a Modem a BUC and an LNB The ISP will pre program the Mobile VSAT Control
35. y setting a non blank Local User password will Level 1 be enabled Level 2 access will then neque an additional password This screen allows the user to change the user access level Inputting the correct password will provide access to more advanced features To access a higher User Access Level enter the appropriate password in the Enter Password area then click the Log In button a giia agp da mdini E TO i Gore itty ee ih Bl hip Meee o aa ta xl Trial Search ix Gf Diiic i GENERAL DYNAMICS Access protected features SATCOM Technologies r Enter password ui Pietra id Acorns pestected festurti Access protected features SACOM twennbiegjes lf the password is validated you will be returned to the screen from which you came to the Access Protected Features screen but with the new User Access Level selections available in menu buttons on the left hand side of the screen Figure 4 4 Click the Cancel button to exit this screen without changing the current User Access Level GENERAL DYNAMICS 4096 745 SATCOM Technologies MOBILE VSAT Auto Acquire Antenna Section IV Operating Instructions 4 3 Faults and Warnings The Model 7000 Controller s Status LED will remain OFF unless a warning or fault occurs This LED will initiate a blink code to indicate the warning number in yellow or a fault number in red Note e A fault is a failure mode which the user cannot reset u
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