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EXPLORER 5075GX Auto-Deploy Antenna System

1. st dns us 7 CS LE EXPLORER 5075GX Installation and user manual Document number 98 143492 B Release date 7 November 2014 Disclaimer Any responsibility or liability for loss or damage in connection with the use of this product and the accompanying documentation is disclaimed by Thrane amp Thrane A S The information in this manual is provided for information purposes only is subject to change without notice and may contain errors or inaccuracies Manuals issued by Thrane amp Thrane A S are periodically revised and updated Anyone relying on this information should acquire the most current version e g from www cobham com satcom gt Service and support or from the distributor Thrane amp Thrane A S is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any translations or reproductions in whole or in part of this manual from any other source In the event of any discrepancies the English version shall be the governing text Thrane amp Thrane A S is trading as Cobham SATCOM Copyright 2014 Thrane amp Thrane A S All rights reserved Trademark acknowledgements e Inmarsat is a registered trademark of the International Maritime Satellite Organisation IMSO and is licensed by IMSO to Inmarsat Limited and Inmarsat Ventures plc e Other product and company names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners ii 98 143492 B Safety summary The following general safety p
2. lu vana 2 u VLAN 3901 3901 u CON E Figure 5 9 Setup for One touch commissioning 3 Under LAN Port 1 Service select Switched with port 5 from the Mode drop down list to be able to access the modem via Port 1 4 Set the IP address of the PC to 192 168 1 10 5 Open a Firefox Internet browser and connect to the Core Module Unified Web interface type http 192 168 1 1 6 The Core Module Unified Web interface of the GX modem will ask for the default User Name and Password The modem iDirect Core Module will know that One Touch Commissioning has not yet occurred on this terminal 7 Find the menu for One Touch Commissioning and start it Once commissioning is completed the antenna will search for the I5 satellite with the highest elevation The antenna will find the satellite and the modem with the core module will perform necessary steps to enter the network SW upgrades 8 The Unified Web Interface of the Core Module will indicate the modem in the network as well as the modem status in the display in the menu MODEM 9 When commissioning is completed test all subscribed services Chapter 5 Service 5 7 General support 5 1 7 5 8 Proxy server settings in your browser If you are connecting your computer using a LAN or WLAN interface the Proxy server settings in your browser must be disabled before accessing the web interface Most browsers support disabling of the Proxy server settings for
3. Oo D Q n D FH 101 6cm gt orm Figure A 3 EXPLORER 5075GX rear view 98 143492 B Appendix A Technical specifications A 5 Product Dimensions A 6 Appendix A Technical specifications 98 143492 B Appendix B System messages B 1 98 143492 B This appendix has the following sections e Event messages overview e List of events System messages Event messages overview The EXPLORER 5075GX detects events during e POST Power On Self Test a self test performed at every power up e PAST Person Activated Self test started in the web interface e CM Continuous Monitoring automatically performed while the system is in operation When the EXPLORER 5075GxX detects an event that requires your action it issues an event message and the red Fail Pass LED in the LED panel of the ACU is lit As long as an event is active it is shown in the ACU displayControl Panel the web interface in HELPDESK gt Event list or click the event icon on the DASHBOARD Note 4 Active events and notifications are shown As soon as the event is cleared it is not displayed any longer It is then moved to the Notifications section Notifications are cleared after 24 hours State the Event ID when contacting your service partner The event description might contain a number of digits in brackets e g 00000005 This is supplemental information and used for service and di
4. 4 Enter the data for the satellite if any For satellite data see www lyngsat com 98 143492 B Chapter 5 Service 5 5 General support e FCC FCC 825 205 5 degrees 5 Click Apply to save the settings for the satellite profile VSAT modem profiles On the page VSAT modem profiles you create edit or delete VSAT modem profiles The VSAT modem profile GX Modem is already set up at the factory It is useful for troubleshooting to create a VSAT modem profile with the Generic modem VSAT modem profile New entry and Edit To add or edit a VSAT modem profile do as follows 1 Go to SETTINGS gt VSAT modem profiles and click New entry or Edit The supported VSAT modem profiles are listed in the drop down list VSAT modem Te ADD VSAT MODEM PROFILE DASHBOARD Profile name SETTINGS VSAT modem lt select modem gt Y aias lt select mode Apply Cancel iDirect GX modem Generic GX modem Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles Natunel Figure 5 7 Web interface SETTINGS VSAT modem profile supported modems 2 Fill in a VSAT modem profile name of your own choice 3 Select the Generic GX modem for troubleshooting from the drop down list 4 Click Apply to add the new profile to the list of VSAT modem profiles or to accept the edits For a generic modem you enter all parameters in the satellite profile EDIT SATELLITE PROFILE DASHBOARD Satell
5. This document issued by Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp BACL or Company is subject to its general conditions of service printed on the quotation purchase order acknowledgement or on the Product Certification Agreement and is available on request We hereby notify you that those aforementioned documents contain details on the limitations of the liability indemnification and jurisdiction issues defined therein Anyone possessing this document is advised that information contained herein reflects the Company s results or findings at the conclusion of testing or services rendered only and within the limits of Client s instructions if any The Company s sole responsibility is to its client and this document does not exonerate parties to a transaction from exercising all their rights and obligations under the transaction documents This document cannot be reproduced except in full without prior written approval of a duly authorized representative of the Company Any unauthorized alteration forgery or falsification of the content or appearance of this document is unlawful and offenders may be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law The results opinions or attestations shown in this document refer only to the sample s test and such CIMNT E 98 143492 B Chapter C Approvals Approvals Part 15 of the FCC Rules C 4 Part 15 of the FCC Rules DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The device submitted for testing at Bay Area Comp
6. 5 1 core module web interface 5 7 Country selecting for WLAN 4 9 D default reset to factory settings 4 16 deploy 4 14 hand crank 5 3 web interface 4 10 DHCP client 4 8 DHCP server 4 8 diagnostic report 5 2 display ACU description 4 18 description 2 5 E encryption key 4 9 WLAN 4 9 error codes B 1 error messages 5 3 B 1 B 2 Index 1 Index errors antenna B 4 events B 1 B 2 antenna B 4 list of active 5 3 export configuration 4 15 F factory default calibration data 4 16 reset 4 16 factory defaults resetto 5 4 5 5 firewall 4 6 fixed position 4 11 G guest password 4 2 permissions 4 14 user name 4 2 guest login 4 2 4 14 GX modem generic 5 6 GX service data rates 2 2 H hand crank degree per turn 5 3 host name 4 4 4 6 hub latches 2 4 I import configuration 4 15 IP address for web interface 4 1 5 9 static 4 8 IP rating 2 3 Index 2 J jog 4 14 web interface 4 10 K keypad description 2 5 L LAN network setup 4 6 LAN configuration DHCP client 4 8 LAN network configuration 4 6 LED 5 12 limit access to web interface 4 14 LO frequencies 4 18 load configuration 4 15 log off administrator 4 13 login guest 4 14 web interface 4 2 logon administrator web interface 4 12 M messages B 1 microwave radiation iii modem reset 4 14 N navigation 4 4 navigation in web interf
7. 1 Press the ON OFF button on the unit to power it off WARNING The electronics enclosure may get very hot temperatures above 70 C in hot weather conditions Do not move the unit Touching the hot unit may cause serious bodily harm Wait until the unit has cooled down to temperatures below 50 C 2 Remove all cables 3 Dismantle the four reflector panels 4 Remove the RF assembly from the antenna positioner 5 Put the parts into the two transport cases 3 8 Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation This chapter has the following sections e Setup using the web interface e Keypad and display menus 4 1 Setup using the web interface 4 1 1 Introduction Use the built in web interface of the EXPLORER 5075GX to set up the antenna i e setup of the WLAN and for service and troubleshooting You can use a standard Internet browser A satellite profile with the GX Modem is already set up at the factory No further profiles are needed The EXPLORER 5075GxX is not designed to be connected directly to the Internet It must be located behind a dedicated network security device such as a firewall If any ports of the EXPLORER 5075GX are exposed to the Internet you must change the default passwords as anyone with access and malicious intent can render the EXPLORER 5075GX inoperable 4 1 2 To connect to the web interface To connect to the web interface do as follows 1 Switc
8. All necessary steps have been taken in order to assure that all production units will continue to comply with AS NZS CISPR 22 requirements SS Och 24 2014 Signature Date GERGE Tone DilecloR ENGINEERINE Name Title This document issued by Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp BACL or Company is subject to its general conditions of service printed on the quotation purchase order acknowledgement or on the Product Certification Agreement and is available on request We hereby notify you thot those aforementioned documents contain details on the limitations of the liability indemnification and jurisdiction issues defined therein Anyone possessing this document is advised that information contained herein reflects the Company s results or findings at the conclusion of testing or services rendered only and within the limits of Clicnt s instructions if any The Company s sole responsibility is to its client and this document does not exonerate partics to a transaction from exercising all their rights and obligations under the transaction documents This document cannot be reproduced except in full without prior written approval of a duly authorized representative of the Company Any unauthorized alteration forgery or falsification of the content or appearance of this document is unlawful and offenders may be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law The results opinions or attestations shown in this document refer only to the sample
9. ERROR WLAN configuration error Configuration of WLAN module failed 08A00 0 WARNING GX Core Module fan There is a problem with the Core Module fan Check clean and replace if necessary 08A01 0 WARNING GX Core Module heater There is a problem with the Core Module heater Check and replace if necessary 08A02 0 WARNING GX Core Module The Core Module temperature is out of range It may temperature affect performance and it will be shut down if the situation gets worse 08A03 0 ERROR GX Core Module The ACU detected a warning error in the GX Core Module Info 0x00000001 Power supply error 0x00000002 Test error 09000 0 ERROR KDM 3V3 supply Internal 3V3 voltage supply error in the KDM 09001 0 ERROR KDM 12V supply Internal 12V voltage supply error in the KDM 09002 0 ERROR KDM display Display hardware error in the KDM 09010 0 ERROR KDM link SW version Link to the KDM module could not be established Either the KDM board is malfunctioning or if the system software has just been updated the software is too old and is not compatible with the KDM hardware Table B 1 Event messages Continued 98 143492 B Appendix B System messages B 3 n oO 00 Le n n oO E oO D n gt n List of events Event ID Severity Description Explanation 0C001 Error Compass dish Not seeing the compass 0C002 Error GNSS position velocity Not detecting any GPS satellite
10. Thrane web portal is at your own risk Thrane amp Thrane is not to be held liable for any possible damage with respect to downloading and installing software to your device If you have problems or questions with respect to downloading software or uploading your device please be informed that you will have to contact the Thrane amp Thrane distributor from where the device was purchased or contact your local Thrane amp Thrane distributor Please be advised that you will not be able to contact Thrane amp Thrane for end user support and that we always recommend that software upgrades are being carried out by official Thrane amp Thrane distribution partners Figure 5 10 Software update with the web interface 7 Click Browse and locate the new software file 8 Click Upload Important Do not browse away from the upload page This will terminate the upload process Wait for the browser to reload automatically 9 You can select Enable automatic rollback on failure then the system returns to the previous software if the installed software fails 10 Click Switch to this version if you want to force the system to use the alternative software version stated in the display Note that the upload procedure takes a couple of minutes When done the ACU automatically restarts with the new software version The start up procedure after a software upload takes longer than the usual start up time as the software in the antenna mu
11. 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 WARNING Be aware of pinch points while the antenna is being A positioned deployed or stowed Failure to comply with the rules above will void the warranty 98 143492 B iii As per FCC 815 105 Information to the User NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception
12. documents contain details on the limitations of the liability indemnification and jurisdiction issues defined therein Anyone possessing this document is advised that information contained herein reflects the Company s results or findings at the conclusion of testing or services rendered only and within the limits of Client s instructions ifany The Company s sole responsibility is to its client and this document docs not exonerate parties to a transaction from exercising all their rights and obligations under the transaction documents This document cannot be reproduced except in full without prior written approval of a duly authorized representative of the Company Any unauthorized alteration forgcry or falsification of the content or appearance of this document is unlawful and offenders may be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law The results opinions or attestations shown in this document refer only to the sample s test and such sample s C 4 Chapter C Approvals 98 143492 B ABS ADM AMB BUC CM DVB FPGA GNSS GPS GX IFL IMSO 98 143492 B ADU Bus Slave ACU Digital Module A main processor board in the ACU Antenna Module Bus Glossary Block Up Converter The BUC can be thought of the transmitter and its actions are effectively the direct opposite to the LNB The BUC consists of the Up Converter and HPA Continuous Monitoring Digital Video Broadcasting a set of standards relating to d
13. in the elevation axis and 90 in the azimuth axis The mechanical assemblies rely on two independent axes to allow for precise antenna pointing ground gradient of up to 12 can be accommodated with the terminal levelling features The antenna positioner is rated at IPX5 it can stay outside in rainy weather 1 D O 5 2 2 2 RF assembly The RF assembly includes the BUC LNB reflector hub filter polarizer and feed horn It also contains brackets that are attached to mounting blocks on the elevation arms Once the RF assembly is mounted the thumbscrews beneath the blocks hold the brackets securely in place Also the BUC and LNB are mounted closely to the filter polarizer to reduce the need for wave guide This design allows for quick assembly and disassembly of the RF assembly from the positioner Subreflector Hub Mounting bracket Filter Polarizer Figure 2 3 RF assembly 2 2 3 Reflector The 75 cm reflector consists of four interchangeable panels and a center hub The panels are made entirely of composite with the exception of the latches The aluminum latches are used to secure the panels to the hub Two smaller latches along the edge of the panels attach the reflector panels to each other The reflector weighs 3 kg 8 5 Ibs The reflector 98 143492 B Chapter 2 Introduction 2 3 Description of the system components has been designed to meet wind load and thermal distortion requirem
14. name Press OK to update the EVENTS list the will be removed A gt means the event text is longer than the display Press gt to see the remaining text Table 4 12 EVENTS menu Example EVENT 1 4 This is the first event out of a list of 4 and there has been a change in the list EVENT 1 4 will always be shown the indicates that there has been a change Brightness of the display To adjust the brightness do the following 1 Press and hold OK for a short moment until BRIGHTNESS XXX is displayed XXX is the current brightness value 2 Hold OK press A to brighten or W to darken display 3 Release OK to leave the brightness menu Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Chapter 5 Service This chapter has the following sections e General support e Software update e Status signalling with LEDs and status messages e To return units for repair 5 1 General support Contact for support If this manual does not provide the remedies to solve your problem contact your service provider 5 1 1 Preventative maintenance The EXPLORER 5075Gx is constructed to require a minimum amount of regular maintenance The following checks should be undertaken on a regular basis Service e Inspect the reflector front surface for physical damage including chips and cracks Any substantial damage can affect antenna performance and may require a portion of the reflector to be replaced e Check the fee
15. not use Diagnostic Test Mode Only connection to the GX modem is the serial RS 232 interface all other connections are shut down e Do not use Default Factory Configuration The GX modem stops working New files must be loaded into the GX modem re in oO Q e TD fel J3 p Q YN 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 17 Keypad and display menus 4 2 4 2 1 4 18 Keypad and display menus Keypad and display In the display you can see the current state of the system You can also deploy stow and stop the antenna see events warnings errors and information and how the system has been configured Use the keypad to navigate through the menu tree 1 2 3 4 FREE Main NAV GH MDM NETOK LAN 1 3 4 ACQUISITION OK Logon Faure SAT 151 2 W RX 1 L H19 707 18 25 TX MAR Figure 4 16 Display and keypad of the ACU example 1 Current status of the EXPLORER 5075GX examples ANTENNA SOFTWARE UPLOAD ANTENNA POST Power On Self Test READY waiting for data from the modem or no satellite profile selected DEPLOYED IDLE antenna ready Homing antenna verifying antenna position EARLY ACQUISITION acquiring the satellite signal no modem communication yet ACQUIRING SIGNAL acquiring the satellite signal with modem communication ACQUISITION OK signal from the GX satellite acquired SAFE MODE error followed by an error description 2 Current menu see The menu tree o
16. one specific IP address so you can disable Proxy server settings for the web interface only if you wish Consult your browser help for information To disable the use of a Proxy server completely do as follows LS The following description is for Microsoft Internet Explorer If you are using a different browser the procedure may be different 1 In Microsoft Internet Explorer select Tools gt Internet Options gt Connections gt LAN Settings Le Local Area Network LAN Settings x Automatic configuration Automatic configuration may override manual settings To ensure the use of manual settings disable automatic configuration Automatically detect settings Use automatic configuration script 10 1 1 8 80 Advanced Bypass proxy server for local addresses ox cancel 2 Clear the box labeled Use a proxy server for your LAN 3 Click OK When the proxy server settings are disabled close and restart your browser You may need to change this setting back on return to your Internet connection Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B Software update 5 2 Software update 5 2 1 Prerequisites The following items are required to make a software update One computer with a standard Ethernet port available A standard Internet browser 1024x768 pixels or higher display resolution best viewed with small fonts One straight LAN cable Access to the file with the new software 5 2 2 Software upd
17. or a new page in the contents section 2 The signal status field shows the tracking signal strength of the antenna The signal strength can vary during operation depending on the current position relative to the satellite 3 The icon bar shows icons for active events when relevant 4 The host name is shown on every page of the web interface The host name is useful for identifying the system at remote login and when requesting reports from the system To change the host name see To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 5 The contents section shows the page selected in the navigation pane This section is used for viewing or changing settings or for performing actions The following icon may appear in the icon bar in the web interface Icon Explanation explanations of the event messages see List of events on page B 2 Note that this icon will remain in the icon bar as long as the event is active Table 4 1 Web interface Event icon A An event is active Click the icon to see a list of active events For 4 4 Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Setup using the web interface To navigate the web interface e To expand a menu click the menu in the navigation pane e To access status and settings click the relevant subject in the navigation pane or click the relevant icon in the icon bar The status or settings are displayed in the contents section e To get an overview over the submenus availabl
18. profile Azimuth Current value for azimuth Elevation Current value for elevation RX RF frequency Ka band receiving frequency auto selected by modem Table 4 2 Web interface DASHBOARD 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 5 S yp Fes oO a e TD a 2 p oO a Setup using the web interface 4 1 3 4 6 DASHBOARD Description Tuner signal strength Current tuner signal strength Tuner mode GSC GX or Narrowband Tracking RF frequency Current RF tracking frequency Antenna TX allowed Not allowed or Allowed Modem RX status Not locked or Locked ACU part name Antenna part name ACU serial number Antenna serial number Software version Part names serial numbers for ACU and antenna software version of the EXPLORER 5075GX Table 4 2 Web interface DASHBOARD Continued To configure the LAN network On this page you can enter a host name The host name helps identifying the EXPLORER 5075GX system The EXPLORER 5075GX has four 10 100 Mbit Ethernet ports labelled LAN 1 2 3 and 4 LAN1 is the service port LAN2 LAN3 and LAN4 are controlled by the GX modem The EXPLORER 5075GxX system is not designed to be connected directly to the Internet It must be located behind a dedicated network security device such as a firewall If any ports of the EXPLORER 5075GxX are exposed to the Internet you must change the defaul
19. to the system After unpacking the system inspect it thoroughly for hidden damage and loose components or fittings If the contents are incomplete if there is mechanical damage or defect or if the system does not work properly notify your dealer To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX Prerequisites e When operating on uneven surfaces use the rotating adjustment tube to move the feet up and down to level the base and achieve stability e The terminal may be anchored to the ground to meet operational requirements in high wind conditions For anchoring you may add extra weight to the support legs or insert stakes through holes on the support feet The recommended weight values to hold the terminal to the ground can be provided upon request e Place the EXPLORER 5075GX in North South orientation for best performance during acquisition e Pay attention not to cover the GNSS GPS Glonass etc module e Pay attention not to cover the WLAN module Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 98 143492 B To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX Figure 3 2 Position of GNSS and WLAN Wind speed considerations a 8 n o P Ta lt The antenna is designed to operate under wind speeds of 48 km h 30 mph gusting up to 72 km h 45 mph while anchored and survive winds of 100 km h 62 mph gusting up to 130 km h 80 mph while anchored Note that the antenna may point away from the satellite in winds blowing faster than the operation
20. troubleshooting sessssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssessee 2 5 2 2 7 LAN ports and WLAN nee 2 6 2 28 Power Supply sise tte tester aniani e 2 6 Assembly amp start up 3 11 Whats it the BOX dettes reine 3 1 3117 OMA Pak ses sr a tant mn ir lens 3 1 3 1 2 Initial inspections ss nn tentant 3 2 3 2 To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX M Muusucececeecerrererrrrerreeerrerterrenerrerrernennee 3 2 3 2 1 Prerequisites 88en tentant mani ttn nt de 3 2 32 2 SASSEMDIY Essen E a E Sterne 3 3 3 3 Start up with auto acquisition scssscccsrrnsersrssresrerrenensenee 3 6 3 4 To stow the antenna on ceesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssesescecccecceseseseseseneneneees 3 7 3 5 To disassemble and pack the antenna 2 cccccccerrrrrensenee 3 8 Setup and operation 41 Setup using the web interface 2 4 1 ATI Introduction 2 i niaar a A AA A E TAAR a 4 1 41 2 To connect to the web interface ccssssssssssesesesssesssnnnensnsnensnsessssnsnsseseseses 4 1 413 To configure the LAN network ns 4 6 ATAS WEAN Settings ss nes nine lens 4 9 41 5 To deploy stow stop or jog the antenna 2 e esserne 4 10 4 1 6 Navigati n summer diminution 4 11 4 1 7 Administration 252828 Ra RER a RENE renees cs 4 12 41 8 To set up user permissions guest login eesssssssssssssesesseccsececcesssssesnsnssnsnees 4 14 4 1 9 To import and export a system configuration 2 4 15 41 10 To reset to facto
21. un ADMINISTRATION Orientation RO Compass mode Manual V SITE MAP Em Compass value 175 0 P App Figure 4 8 Web interface SERVICE gt Navigation 2 Set the Position and Orientation Item Description Position mode GPS GNSS module is used for current position default Manual enter values from other position source Accuracy should be better than 50 m Compass mode Automatic magnetic heading is used default Manual enter a value for the direction of the EXPLORER 5075GX as an alternative to the magnetic heading 0 to 360 degrees precision 20 Table 4 4 Web interface SERVICE gt Navigation 3 Click Apply to save the new settings 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 11 Setup using the web interface 4 1 7 Administration In this section of the web interface you can configure the following administrative settings e To access the administration settings user name password e To set up user permissions guest login e To import and export a system configuration e To reset to factory default You can logon as an administrator or as guest user name guest password guest You can allow or deny users that are not administrators user name guest password guest access to certain functions and make these pages read only see more in To set up user permissions guest login on page 4 14 To access the administration settings user name password The Administration settings r
22. which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help iv 98 143492 B Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 98 143492 B Table of contents About this manual 1 1 Manual overview oo ccccccccssssssssssssssssssssssssssesesesesesesesesesesssssssssssssssssssmstsensnensesnsnsnss 1 1 ilsi Intendedr aders ss ne ae ei nr ct nent 1 1 1 1 2 Software version nl a anaia ina 1 1 11 37 Typography sa nine Een 1 1 1 2 Preca tionSi rensei e a eters 1 2 Introduction 2 1 EXPLORER 5075GX system ou cccsssssssssssesesssssssssssssssssssesssssssessssesesesesessseeeees 2 1 BT OVERVIEW sn a a a nn Rene GNA 2 1 2 1 2 Global EXpress service nn ari a keia 2 2 2 1 3 S rvice actiVationkzs ss runner reen a ARR 2 2 2 2 Description of the system components 2 2 3 2 2 1 Antenna positioner sas san inddele a aaah an 2 3 2 252 RE CASSEMDIY mnt RRR REA ER 2 3 2 2 3 Reflector ris nl a tes a Ne E he Eee tes ne 2 3 2 2 4 Electronics enclosure and support legs 2 rsrsrnrrrenernenee 2 4 2 2 5 Keypad and display nn 2 5 2 2 6 Web interface for setup and
23. 0C003 Error Base angle level Antenna base angle exceeds 8 Level the antenna 0C005 Error AZ major over travel Antenna has been driven beyond the azimuth electrical limit 0C006 Warning AZ over travel Antenna has reached the electrical limit 0OC007 Error SNR communication SSI values are not being received 0C008 Warning EL over travel Antenna has reached the electrical limit 0C009 Error AZ motor movement Not detecting any azimuth motor movement 0C010 Error EL motor movement Not detecting any elevation motor movement 0C011 Error Low elevation Antenna is reporting low elevation fault 0C013 Error No transponder found The acquisition algorithm could not identify a transponder Table B 2 Event messages of antenna B 4 Appendix B System messages 98 143492 B Appendix C Approvals This appendix lists the approvals for EXPLORER 5075GxX C1 EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2011 09 Approvals Bay Ares Cormplianec Labs Corp Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp 1274 Anvilwood Ave Sunnyvale CA 94089 USA Phone 408 732 9162 Fax 408 732 9164 www baclcorp com ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY Date of Issue 2014 10 23 Attestation Number R1408202 Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp BACL hereby declares that testing has been completed and reports have been generated for Product VSAT Terminal Model EXPLORER 5075GX TracStar Systems dba Cohbam SATCOM Applicant 1551 College Park Business Center
24. 4 16 When resetting EXPLORER 5075GxX to factory default the following settings are deleted or reset to factory default e All added satellite profiles e Alladded VSAT modem profiles e Changes in the network setup e User permissions e Display brightness setting To reset to factory default settings do as follows 1 From the left navigation pane select ADMINISTRATION gt Factory default FACTORY DEFAULT DASHBOARD Warning Reset to factory default will delete all settings SETTINGS SERVICE ADMINISTRATION User permissions Export import config Figure 4 14 Web interface ADMINISTRATION gt Factory default 2 Click Reset to factory default gt Calibration data for azimuth and cable calibration are not reset during factory default Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Setup using the web interface Reset to factory default integrated GX modem CAUTION Administrators only Close this page for guest users see To set A up user permissions guest login on page 4 14 To reset the integrated modem to factory default do as follows 1 From the left navigation pane select SERVICE gt Modem MODEM DASHBOARD Reset SETTINGS RE nn eit Level Leve 0 Soft Reset v Reset Modem SERVICE Upload Navigation Figure 4 15 Web interface SERVICE gt Modem Factory default 2 In the drop down box select one of the three options e Level 0 Power cycle of the GX modem e Do
25. A Shows the current antenna parameters position software version and serial numbers of the ADU and ACU MODEM Modem information including modem LED status SATELLITE Current satellite information This information is selected using the web interface NETWORK Shows the IP addresses and netmasks of the LAN connectors and the management mask MANUAL POINTING To enable and disable manual pointing EVENTS View system events Active events are shown as X ACTIVE EVENTS in the MAIN display Press OK to update the list Menu descriptions 4 20 Table 4 5 Top level menus COMMAND Description STOP Stops the antenna from moving DEPLOY Starts the deployment procedure STOW Moves the antenna into the position for packing Table 4 6 COMMAND menu ANTENNA Description POINTING ANTENNA STATE Current state of the antenna e g TRACKING ELEVATION Current elevation angle of the antenna AZIMUTH Current azimuth of the antenna with reference to North GPS LATITUDE current latitude read from GNSS module LONGITUDE current longitude read from GNSS module FIX TYPE 2D or 3D or NONE COMPASS Current orientation of the antenna Table 4 7 ANTENNA menu Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Keypad and display menus 98 143492 B ANTENNA Description VERSIONS
26. B 3 Electronics enclosure containing antenna controller ACU and Gx modem keyboard and display LAN ports support legs and AC power adaptor LAN ports amp WI FI ACPower ee Figure 2 1 Major system components The antenna provides a stable RF link and the modem provides IP services on the RF link The IP services are provided via an Ethernet switch in the antenna subsystem which is 2 1 EXPLORER 5075GX system controlled by the modem Status information from the modem is provided via the antenna subsystem The antenna subsystem can be monitored and software upgraded from the earth station via the GX modem 2 1 2 Global Express service The EXPLORER 5075Gx is a unique stabilized GX antenna system operating in the Ka band 19 2 to 30 GHz It is used with the Global Xpress service from Inmarsat delivering consistent high performance download speeds of up to 50 Mbps and 5 Mbps over the uplink The following figure shows the coverage map of the GX service at global service introduction Figure 2 2 GX coverage map 2 1 3 Service activation Before you can start using the EXPLORER 5075GX you need to activate the system for the GX service Contact your service provider for activation 2 2 Chapter 2 Introduction 98 143492 B Description of the system components 2 2 Description of the system components 2 2 1 Antenna positioner The auto deploy antenna positioner can accommodate 4 to 83 of angular movement
27. Current software version SERIAL NUMBERS Serial number of the EXPLORER 5075GX Table 4 7 ANTENNA menu Continued MODEM Description MODEM TYPE Current modem type TX ENABLE On or off information delivered by the connected GX modem RX LOCK On or off information delivered by the connected GX modem SIGNAL LEVEL Current input signal level from the GX modem in dB NET LED Modem status Steady or flashing green yellow red OFF STAT LED TX LED 5 RX1 LED 4 RX2 LED L PWR LED TEMP LED A FAN LED Table 4 8 MODEM menu SATELLITE Description POSITION Current satellite position RX FREQ Current RX frequency LNB LO LNB LO frequency BUC LO BUC LO frequency Table 4 9 SATELLITE menu NETWORK Description PORT1 IP Current IP address for LAN service port PORT1 MASK Current netmask for LAN1 DEFAULT GATEWAY Current default gateway Table 4 10 NETWORK menu MANUAL POINTING Description AZI ELE Current values for azimuth and elevation ENABLE DISABLE Current status enabled or disabled Table 4 11 MANUAL POINTING menu Chapter 4 Setup and operation Keypad and display menus 4 2 4 4 22 EVENT Description lt EVENT gt In this menu all active events are listed Use and W to go through the active events Events can be of the type WARNING or ERROR If a new event occurs or there is a change in the event list while you are in the EVENTS menu a is shown in the upper left corner of the display next to the menu
28. DM INT AZI ELE SIG 1246 126 126 198 v SAT 062 6 E RX L 19 707 18 250 TXimaR Lee 1 Figure 5 3 Current signal strength The best method to manually locate a satellite is typically to sweep in azimuth slowly back and forth until you peak on the signal 7 Adjust until the strongest possible signal strength is achieved For GSC mode An L displayed after the signal strength means that the signal is in lock 5 1 4 Reset To reset the antenna do the following 1 Press and hold and W until the ACU display shuts down and the antenna reboots Main NAV GH MDM NETOK LAN 1 3 4 ACQUISITION OK FalPass CO CO E C es SAT 151 2 W RX 1 L H 19 707 18 25 TX MAR Figure 5 4 To reset the system 2 Wait until the antenna has rebooted and is operational again The last active satellite profile will be used To reset the GX modem to factory defaults use the web interface See Reset to factory default integrated GX modem on page 4 17 Reset to factory defaults using the web interface You can reset the EXPLORER 5075GxX to factory defaults See To reset to factory default on page 4 16 Warning Reset to factory default will delete all settings including satellite and VSAT modem profiles network setup user permissions and ACU display brightness settings 5 4 Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B General support You can reset the GX modem to factory defaults See Reset to factory default int
29. ED RX2 LED PWR LED TEMP LED FAN LED Service Chapter 5 Service 5 13 To return units for repair 5 4 5 14 To return units for repair Should your Cobham SATCOM product fail please contact your dealer or installer or the nearest Cobham SATCOM partner You will find the partner details on www cobham com satcom where you also find the Cobham SATCOM Self Service Center web portal which may help you solve the problem Your dealer installer or Cobham SATCOM partner will assist you whether the need is user training technical support arranging on site repair or sending the product for repair Your dealer installer or Cobham SATCOM partner will also take care of any warranty issue Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B Appendix Technical specifications This appendix has the following sections Nn S fe 5 SE U D n 2 D FH e Antenna characteristics e Product Dimensions A 1 Antenna characteristics Ka Band Receive Transmit Feed 2 Port Circular Frequency Range GHz 19 2 20 2 29 30 Gain dBi 0 2 41 0 44 5 Axial Ratio dB lt 1 5 lt 1 0 Polarization LHCP RHCP G T Comm 30 EL Midband dB K 17 3 EIRP amp Midband dBW 51 5 BUC power P linear Watts 5 Reflector Size 75cm Optics Axis Symmetric Construction 4 Piece Segmented Mechanical characteristics Axis Drive System 2 Axis Posit
30. ISITION OK With the web interface 1 Connect a PC to the LAN1 connector 2 Open an Internet browser and type the default IP address http 192 168 0 1 user name admin and the password 1234 3 From the DASHBOARD go to the page SERVICE gt ANTENNA ANTENNA DASHBOARD Deploy Stow Stop SETTINGS Status Deployed SERVICE eploy Stow Stop Upload mon Jog Navigation Enable jog mode Enable lineup mode Modem ADMINISTRATION Offset Current position HELPDESK Azimuth o d gt 7 SITE MAP Elevation o 2c D 11 2 Use the arrow keys to select the desired axis and adjust the offset value Figure 4 7 Web interface SERVICE gt Antenna Deploy 4 Click the button Deploy Stow or Stop 5 To jog the antenna click Enable jog mode Homing must be finished 4 10 Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Setup using the web interface 6 Click the arrow buttons for Azimuth or Elevation to change the offset The current position is shown on the screen Enable line up mode is only used during troubleshooting 4 1 6 Navigation On this page you can enter a fixed position or a fixed base heading Do as follows 1 Select SERVICE gt Navigation from the left navigation pane NAVIGATION DASHBOARD Position SETTINGS S Position mode GPS SERVICE lo do Ueland Latitude 55 7935 N dd dd N S Q Navigation Longitude 12 5228 E P ddd dd E W E Antenna Altitude 45 m a p Modem lAppl Q Apply
31. MINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP SITE MAP Dashboard Settings Satellite Profiles VSAT Modem Profiles Network WLAN Service Upload Navigation Antenna Modem Administration User Permissions p fn oO Q e TD fal p Q nm Export Import Config Factory Default Helpdesk Event List Self Test Site Map Figure 4 3 Topics in the web interface SITE MAP The DASHBOARD is the first screen that is displayed when the user or administrator enters the IP address of the web interface It shows the properties and status of the EXPLORER 5075GX 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 3 Setup using the web interface The web interface consists of the following sections COBHAM DASHBOARD DASHBOARD System status Jog Mode ACU part name TT 5075 SETTINGS GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E Antenna part name TT 7166A SERVICE Satellite profile GX Modem ACU serial number 80815992 ADMINISTRATION Satellite position 62 6 E Antenna serial number 0123456789 HELPDESK Azimuth 124 7 Software version 1 49 build 14 SITE MAP Elevation 12572 RX RF frequency 20 177760 GHz Tuner signal strength 40 Tuner mode GSC 5 Tracking RF frequency 19 707000 GHz Antenna TX allowed Not Allowed Modem RX status Not Locked Refresh Figure 4 4 Web interface DASHBOARD 1 The navigation pane holds the main menu Clicking an item in the menu opens a submenu in the navigation pane
32. Road Orlando FL 32804 USA That this product has been assessed and found to comply against the following Standards EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2011 09 EN 301 489 12 V2 2 2 2008 07 EN 301 360 V1 2 1 2006 02 EN 303 978 V1 1 2 2013 02 Application of the CE Mark is permitted only after all applicable requirements are met in accordance with the European Union Rules including the manufacturer s issuance of a Declaration of Conformity This attestation is specific to the standard s stated above and compliance with additional standards and or directives may be required Attestation by John Chan Certification Manager ge CAT 2014 10 23 Signature Date This document issued by Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp BACL or Company is subject to its general conditions of service printed on the quotation purchase order acknowledgement or on the Product Certification Agrecment and is available on request We hereby notify you that those aforementioned documents contain details on the limitations of the liability indemnification and jurisdiction issues defined therein Anyone possessing this document is advised that information contained herein reflects the Company s results or findings at the conclusion of testing or services rendered only and within the limits of Client s instructions if any The Company s sole responsibility is to its client and this document does not exonerate parties to a transaction from exercising all
33. X2 LED PWR LED TEMP LED FAN LED POSITION PORT 1 IP RX FREQ PORT 1 MASK LNB LO DEFAULT GATEWAY BUG LO AZI ELE SIG lt EVENT 1 gt ENABLE DISABLE lt EVENT N gt 98 143492 B Press OK or to select a menu item Use the arrow keys A and Y to go through the menu items or enter a number digit by digit Use the arrow keys and gt to go through the settings and move from one digit to the next Press OK to select a setting Press lt again to move one level up If applicable confirm to store the new setting by pressing OK Figure 4 17 Menu tree in the display Chapter 4 Setup and operation Keypad and display menus Top level menu TOP eve Description menu MAIN View with current status of the EXPLORER 5075GX Example when logged on to the satellite Main NAV GH MDM NETOK LAN 1 3 4 ACQUISITION OK SAT 151 2 W RX 1 L H 19 707 18 25 TX MAR mm This view is displayed after a time out of 10 minutes Press any key except left arrow to enter the menu at MAIN New events are shown in this display If an event is displayed press OK to jump directly to the menu EVENTS for viewing the currently active events COMMAND You can stow deploy or stop the antenna in this menu ANTENN
34. ace 4 5 network LAN setup 4 6 notifications 5 3 98 143492 B O One Touch Commissioning 5 7 orientation 3 2 P panels attach to center hub 3 5 password administrator 4 12 change 4 13 PAST 5 12 permissions user 4 14 Person Activated Self Test 5 12 position fixed 4 11 POST 5 12 Power On Self Test 5 12 power supply 2 6 protect access to settings 4 14 Proxy server disabling 5 7 R radiation iii recover software update 5 10 reflector 2 3 weight 2 3 reset 5 4 5 5 factory default 4 16 password 4 13 reset administrator password 4 13 reset keys on ACU 5 4 RF assembly 2 3 S safety summary iii satellite data calibration 5 5 save configuration 4 15 security WLAN 4 9 98 143492 B Index security key wireless network 4 9 self test 5 3 service activation 2 2 service port IP address 4 1 setup user permissions 4 14 site map 4 3 software update 5 9 recover 5 10 software version 1 1 verify 5 11 specifications A 1 SSID 4 9 static IP 4 1 static IP address 4 8 status messages 5 12 stop 4 14 antenna web interface 4 10 stow 4 14 antenna 3 7 web interface 4 10 support contact information 5 1 support legs 2 4 3 4 system ACU reset keys to press 5 4 system configuration copy 4 15 System messages B 1 Index T technical data A 1 troubleshooting diagnostic report 5 2 U updating software 5 9 upload configurat
35. agnostics purposes B 1 List of events B 2 List of events Error code ID Severity Description Explanation 08065 0 WARNING GNSS data Missing GPS data fix 08067 0 ERROR PCB temperature ADM temperature too high The ACU is not equipped With a fan so make sure there is compliance with the environmental specifications 0806A 0 WARNING VMU connection The ACU has lost connection with the sat modem 0806C 0 ERROR VMU frequency setup There is a mismatch in the frequency setup Probably the sat modem is not configured correctly to match the requirements of the ACU and antenna A common mismatch is the absence of Rx or Tx LO parameter in the VSAT modem 0806E 0 ERROR VMU 10 MHz reference The VMU Rx or Tx reference signal is not present Whether this error Rx or Tx reference depends on the users selection on the modem profile page Make sure VMU Rx Tx cable is connected and that the VMU is configured to output the RX TX reference signal 08078 0 WARNING VMU TX frequency invalid VSAT modem unit provided a TX frequency of zero This may degrade tx performance To remove this warning re configure the modem to provide the correct tx frequency 08107 0 ERROR ADM FPGA load The ADM FPGA cannot be initialised and loaded 0810A 0 ERROR ADM production data Production data has been corrupted 0810C 0 ERROR File system int
36. al wind speed limit Do not assemble or operate the terminal at wind speeds exceeding the operational wind speeds In case the wind speeds exceed the operational wind speed limit while the antenna is already assembled or operational bring the antenna to the stow position In case the wind speeds exceed the survival wind speed limit while the antenna is already assembled or operational bring the antenna manually back to the stow position disassembled and packed In the EXPLORER 5075GX auto deploy terminal access points have been provided to access the azimuth and elevation drives At higher wind speeds the antenna can be manually driven to the stow position using the manual drive tool included in the transport cases See also To point with the hand crank on page 5 3 3 2 2 Assembly The EXPLORER 5075GX antenna ships from the factory with pre set and calibrated position feedback limit sensing limit switches and motor speeds To be fully operational you must only deploy the antenna positioner install the reflector and connect the IFL and power cables between the RF assembly and the electronics enclosure Then after power up the system will auto acquire the network within five minutes 98 143492 B Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 3 3 To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX To assemble the EXPLORER 5075Gx do as follows 1 Unpack the electronics enclosure and place the electronics enclosure upon level ground and deploy the two suppo
37. amage on equipment or personal safety All personnel who operate equipment or do maintenance as specified in this manual must know and follow the safety precautions The warnings and cautions that follow apply to all parts of this manual WARNING Before using any material refer to the manufacturers A material safety data sheets for safety information Some materials can be dangerous CAUTION Do not use materials that are not equivalent to materials specified by Cobham SATCOM Materials that are not equivalent can cause damage to the equipment Chapter 1 About this manual 98 143492 B Chapter 2 Introduction 2 1 2 1 1 98 143492 B This chapter has the following sections e EXPLORER 5075GX system e Description of the system components 1 D O 5 EXPLORER 5075GX system Overview The EXPLORER 5075Gx is an auto deploy 75 cm fly away antenna system designed for operation in the Ka band The integrated GX modem also known as the iDirect Core Module commands the system to automatically acquire an operational satellite within five minutes based on the terminal s GPS location All of the EXPLORER series terminals are easy to install setup and commission by a non specialist technician The system has the following major components 1 2 axis motorized antenna positioner with IFL and BUC power cabling interface ports 2 Reflector and RF assembly including Filter Polarizer BUC and LN
38. an also use this feature for backup purposes Important Load and save configurations can only be done with the same software version in the units involved The configuration file contains all the settings you have entered during system setup satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles LAN setup user permissions etc To save a configuration to a file do as follows 1 Select ADMINISTRATION gt Export import config ADMINISTRATION EXPORT IMPORT CONFIG r DASHBOARD EXPORT TO FILE 2 SETTINGS fe IMPORT FROM FILE TD SESE Ge a p 3 un User permissions Export import config Factory default Figure 4 13 Web interface Administration Export import configuration 2 Click the button Export Follow the download instructions on the screen You can use this configuration file for upload into another EXPLORER 5075GX To load a configuration from a file do as follows 1 Select ADMINISTRATION gt Export import config 2 Click the button Browse and locate the configuration file cfg file you want to upload Then click the button Open 3 In the web interface click the button Upload To clone a system configuration do as follows 1 Reset to factory default see the following section for details 2 Import a configuration from file see section above 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 15 Setup using the web interface 41 10 To reset to factory default
39. ate procedure EXPLORER 5075GX without GX modem LS Software update should only be done by qualified service Power up the EXPLORER 5075GxX system i e switch on the ACU Connect a PC to LAN interface 1 Service port standard Ethernet Open your Internet browser and enter the IP address of the EXPLORER 5075GX The personnel If you want to use another LAN port to access the web interface you must configure it according to your network requirements See To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 for more information Service default IP address is http 192 168 1 2 Type in the user name admin and the password 1234 to access the Dashboard 5 The web interface shows the DASHBOARD page 98 143492 B Click SERVICE in the navigation pane The UPLOAD SOFTWARE TO TERMINAL page is displayed Chapter 5 Service 5 9 Software update DASHBOARD SETTINGS SERVICE Upload Modem Calibration Line up XIM data ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP UPLOAD SOFTWARE TO TERMINAL Browse Upload Rollback Enable automatic rollback on failure Software Versions Current software version 47 11 build 1119 Alternative software version 47 11 build 7727 Switch to this version Disclaimer for Downloading and Uploading Software In the following Thrane amp Thrane refers to Thrane amp Thrane A S trading as Cobham SATCOM Please be informed that downloading and installing software from the Thrane amp
40. d horn for cracks or damage e Use low pressure washing and soft scrubbing to rinse off grit and reduce wear 98 143492 B 5 1 General support 5 1 2 5 2 Help desk and diagnostics report During the installation you can enter the support contact for this installation 1 To access the Help desk select HELPDESK from the left navigation pane HELPDESK DASHBOARD Support SETTINGS For help please contact Please enter support information here SERVICE Legal notices ADMINISTRATION Download Reports HELPDESK Event list Diagnostics report Download Self test Figure 5 1 Web interface HELPDESK 2 Click the link enter support contact information and click Apply At Legal notice the licence text for the source code of the parts of the EXPLORER 5075GX software that fall under free and open source software can be displayed You can download a diagnostic report To generate a diagnostics report do as follows 1 Inthe section Download Reports click the button Download The report txt file is downloaded to your computer The Diagnostics report contains information relevant for the service personnel during troubleshooting It is also useful documentation of the current setup It contains all parameters set during configuration The main sections are e Software e System e Hardware e Setup System data e Network LAN Configuration e Modems e Satellites Satellites profiles e Operation Current modem and naviga
41. e click SITE MAP in the navigation pane Click on items in the site map to go directly to the relevant location LE You can give access to some configuration settings for users that are not administrators For information see To set up user permissions guest login on page 4 14 To connect a PC To connect a PC to the EXPLORER 5075GX do as follows 1 Connect a PC to LAN1 port Service port standard Ethernet leftmost You can configure it according to your network requirements See To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 for more information 2 Open your Internet browser and enter the IP address http 192 168 1 2 default Information fields on the Dashboard DASHBOARD Description System status Current status of the EXPLORER 5075GX Examples Antenna software upload Antenna POST Power On Self Test Ready waiting for data from the modem or no satellite profile selected Deployed idle antenna ready Homing antenna verifying antenna position Early acquisition acquiring the satellite signal no modem communication yet Acquiring signal acquiring the satellite signal with modem communication Acquisition ok signal from the GX satellite acquired Safe mode error followed by an error description GPS position Current position reported by the GNSS module Satellite profile Name of the currently active satellite profile Satellite position Position of the satellite selected in Satellite
42. e ACU part name TT 5075 SETTINGS GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E Antenna part name TT 7166A SERVICE Satellite profile GX Modem ACU serial number 80815992 ADMINISTRATION Satellite position 62 6 E Antenna serial number 0123456789 HELPDESK Azimuth 124 7 Software version 1 49 build 14 SITE MAP Elevation 12 7 RX RF frequency 20 177760 GHz Tuner signal strength 40 Tuner mode GSC Tracking RF frequency 19 707000 GHz Antenna TX allowed Not Allowed Modem RX status Not Locked Refresh Figure 2 7 Web interface DASHBOARD example 98 143492 B Chapter 2 Introduction 2 5 Description of the system components 2 2 7 2 2 8 2 6 LAN ports and WLAN The electronics enclosure has four LAN connectors type RJ45 for connecting a PC lap top or similar e LAN connector on the left hand side LAN 1 is used for system control via the web interface e Three connectors LAN 2 to LAN 4 for user ports for Internet etc configured by the GX modem The EXPLORER 5075GX has a WLAN module Access to one of the LAN ports using WLAN must be set up in the web interface see To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 Power Supply The power adaptor supplies primary power to the electronics enclosure antenna positioner and the BUC Power input is specified as follows 100 240 VAC 4A 50 60 Hz Chapter 2 Introduction 98 143492 B Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up This chapter has the following sections e What s in
43. egrated GX modem on page 4 17 5 1 5 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Satellite profiles A satellite profile with the GX Modem is already setup at the factory You may add a satellite profile with the generic modem for troubleshooting purposes This is done on the page Satellite profiles Satellite profiles New entry and Edit COBHAM SATELLITE PROFILES 2 set BOARD Name Position V RSS 00 GX Modem auto Edit Re activate Generic 12 5E 12 5 E Edit Delete Activate VSAT modem mie uen Network i SERVICE J ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK Service Figure 5 5 Web interface SETTINGS list of satellite profiles example Each satellite profile has one assigned VSAT modem profile ADD SATELLITE PROFILE DASHBOARD Satellite profile name SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profile Generic modem Y GX Modem Generic modem VSAT modem profiles Apply Cancel Network Figure 5 6 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles new entry example To add or edit a satellite profile do as follows 1 Go to SETTINGS or Satellite profiles and click Edit or New entry 2 Enter or edit the Satellite profile name 3 Select a VSAT modem profile The page automatically displays the parameters available for the selected VSAT modem profile For instructions how to add a VSAT modem profile see VSAT modem profile New entry and Edit on page 5 6
44. egrity One or more file system partitions are corrupt You may have lost your settings and collected statistics If restarting the system does not help contact your service partner 0810D 0 ERROR Antenna communication Link to the ACU could not be established Either the ACU is malfunctioning or if the system software has just been updated the software is too old and is not compatible with the ACU hardware 08800 0 ERROR Internal power supply An internal power supply voltage is outside its legal range 08840 0 WARNING Master PLL lock The master PLL has lost lock Check the input reference signal 08841 0 ERROR Tuner lock The internal tuner PLL was unable to lock 08842 0 WARNING GSC demodulator The GSC demodulator has reported an error 08843 0 WARNING DVBS demodulator The DVBS demodulator cannot be initialised and loaded correctly B 2 Table B 1 Appendix B Event messages System messages 98 143492 B List of events Error s T i code ID Severity Description Explanation 08844 0 WARNING BUC voltage The BUC voltage is out of range 08845 0 WARNING LNB voltage The LNB voltage is out of range The LNB might be switched off to protect the power supply circuitry Reactivate satellite profile to try again check LNB cable and surroundings if the problem persists 08880 0
45. ents see Technical specifications on page A 1 for more detail Hub latches Figure 2 4 Center hub with four latches for the 4 panels 2 2 4 Electronics enclosure and support legs The modem Antenna Control Unit ACU and AC Power Supply are packaged in the IP65 electronics enclosure An embedded keypad and display provide access to commonly used configuration control and system monitoring tools Additional tools are provided in the web interface The antenna positioner is hard mounted to the electronics enclosure and internal cables running between them are protected by a water tight cable gland Other important external features of the electronics enclosure are shown in the following figure Rotating ts a adjustment tube PS lt P Keypad and display Figure 2 5 Electronics enclosure and support legs The electronics enclosure contains numerous subcomponents including the Antenna Control Unit GX modem GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System module sensors WLAN module in addition to environment sensing technology that self regulates system temperature and atmospheric pressure equalization Four LAN ports are available on the electronics enclosure LAN port 1 is used for system control via the web interface 2 4 Chapter 2 Introduction 98 143492 B Description of the system components 2 2 5 Keypad and display Using the keypad and display you can deploy stow and stop the antenna including monitoring the syste
46. equire an Administration user name and password To log on as administrator do as follows 1 Select ADMINISTRATION from the left navigation pane 2 Enter the Administration user name and password The default user name is admin and the default password is 1234 Please remember to log off after use DASHBOARD LOGON SETTINGS User name SERVICE Password ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK Forgot administrator password SITE MAP Figure 4 9 Web interface Administration 3 Click Logon The Administration page is now updated to let you change the user name and password or log off Administration 4 12 Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Setup using the web interface To change the administrator password do as follows 1 After entering the administrator user name and password in the ADMINISTRATION page locate the section Change administrator logon Please remember to log off after use DASHBOARD CHANGE LOGON SETTINGS User name adm SERVICE New password SE ADMINISTRATION Retype new password User permissions Export import config Factory default LOGOFF HELPDESK Figure 4 10 Web interface Administration change administrator logon and password 2 Type in the new password and retype it on the next line 3 Click Change At the next logon the new password is required re in oO Q e TD fel J3 p Q YN To reset the administrator password do as follows 1 Contact your serv
47. h on the EXPLORER 5075GX system Wait until the LEDs on the front plate show that the system is ready to be configured e Power LED Green e Logon LED Off e Fail Pass LED Flashing green during power on self test after that steady green 2 Connect a PC to the LAN1 connector Service port standard Ethernet leftmost You can configure it according to your network requirements See To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 for more information 3 Open your Internet browser and enter the IP address of the EXPLORER 5075Gx http 192 168 1 2 default can be read out in the display 98 143492 B 4 1 oO Q e TD fet J3 P Q YN Setup using the web interface When the login screen is displayed you have verified that the connection to the EXPLORER 5075GX can be established The web interface is ready for use You can continue to configure the system Enter user name and password Logon User name Password Logon Cancel Forgot administrator password Figure 4 1 Logon screen If you cannot establish a connection there might be problems with the Proxy server settings of your PC See Proxy server settings in your browser on page 5 8 for further information 4 Type in the user name admin and the password 1234 to access the Dashboard There is also a guest login user name guest password guest With this login you can protect the system from accidental changes of the conf
48. he hand crank If auto acquisition is not possible you can use a hand crank to bring the antenna into the correct position Do as follows 1 Press W on the keypad to go to the page MANUAL POINTING and select ENABLE This page sends a pointing request to the terminal Using the inputs from GNSS the system calculates the azimuth and elevation look angles for the target GX satellite 2 Press W until ENABLE DISABLE is selected and select ENABLE press OK to initiate the selection The antenna must be in the state MANUAL POINTING Else deploy and wait until this state is shown 3 Use the included hand crank for axis movement in the event of a loss in power Access to the azimuth and elevation axis ports is located at the lower rear side of the unit 4 Insert the Unbraco key 5 mm into the holes for azimuth and elevation One turn of the key is equal to 0 1 degree Chapter 5 Service 5 3 Service General support 5 Adjust the elevation based on the ACU s calculated elevation look angle The terminal s target and current elevation axis angles must match each other as closely as possible FR ee er MACQ 1 NAV G MDM INT AZI ELE SIG 124 6 12 6 12 6 198 SAT 062 6 E RX L 19 707 18 250 LL 1 Figure 5 2 Target and current elevation axis angles 6 The operator uses the azimuth adjust to detect the GX signal which is displayed in the display Use a compass tool if needed MACQ 1 NAV G M
49. he reflector hub Figure 3 6 Center hub with four latches for the 4 panels 10 Latch the two bottom panels using the two smaller latches along the edge of the each panel to carefully secure the reflector panels into place F Figure 3 7 Latches to interconnect the four panels 11 Insert and latch the two upper panels 12 Connect the three cables as shown in the following figure e BUC Power grey cable to MIL connector e Tx IFL RG 6 red cable to BUC s Transmit port e Rx IFL RG 6 blue cable to LNB s Receive port 98 143492 B Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 3 5 Start up with auto acquisition 3 3 3 6 ag Figure 3 8 Tx Rx RF and BUC cables 13 Connect the AC Power Adaptor to the electronics enclosure 7 _ Figure 3 9 AC power connection 14 Use the four RJ 45 ports for making IP data connections there are two separate functions accessible using these ports LANT leftmost for access to the web interface setup and troubleshooting LAN to LAN4 for Internet use etc traffic The web interface can only be accessed via LAN1 Wi fi connection must be configured see To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 and WLAN settings The three standard LAN ports LAN2 to LAN4 are for Internet and other user data on page 4 9 Start up with auto acquisition The system is set to automatically point and acquire a connection WARNING Be aware of pinch points while the antenna is being A positioned depl
50. ice partner for a reset code Report the serial number of the ACU You find it inthe Dashboard ACU serial number 2 Click the link Forgot administrator password at the bottom of the ADMINISTRATOR LOGON page see Figure 4 9 Web interface Administration Please remember to log off after use DASHBOARD RESET ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD SETTINGS Reset code SERVICE ADMINISTRATION Figure 4 11 Web interface ADMINISTRATION Reset administrator password 3 Typein the reset code obtained from your service partner and click Reset 4 Type in the user name admin the default password 1234 and click Logon To log off administration If you have not entered anything for 30 minutes under ADMINISTRATION you are logged off automatically To log off manually click Logoff in the ADMINISTRATION page 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 13 Setup using the web interface 4 1 8 To set up user permissions guest login You can manage user access to certain functions of the EXPLORER 5075GX system You can allow or deny users that are not administrators user name guest password guest access to certain functions and make these pages read only This is useful if you want to protect the system against unintended changes or tampering of the system Study this screen thoroughly and decide which areas of the EXPLORER 5075GX system you want to give non administrator users user name guest access to To set up the user permissi
51. ies between about 3 kHz and about 300 GHz including the frequencies used for communications signals radio television cell phone and satellite transmissions or radar signals Service Set IDentifier An SSID is the name of a wireless local area network WLAN All Wireless devices on a WLAN must use the same SSID in order to communicate with each other 98 143492 B A access limit 4 14 acquisition search pattern 4 2 activation service 2 2 ACU display description 4 18 admin password 4 2 username 4 2 administration settings 4 12 administrator log off 4 13 logon web interface 4 12 password 4 12 password change 4 13 password reset 4 13 antenna anchor 3 4 warnings B 4 antenna errors B 4 antenna positioner 2 3 approvals AS NZS 22 2009 A1 20110 C 2 EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2011 09 C 1 FCC Part 15 and ICES 003 C 3 Part 15 of the FCC Rules C 4 auto acquisition 3 7 B BITE test 5 12 Broadcast SSID 4 9 browser settings for web interface 5 7 C cable calibration data reset 4 16 cables 3 2 connect 3 5 98 143492 B calibration satellite data 5 5 calibration data 4 16 reset 4 16 center hub panels 3 5 Index change administrator password 4 13 change network setting 4 14 configuration copy 4 15 export 4 15 import 4 15 LAN network 4 6 site map 4 3 step by step 4 1 Configuration program 4 1 connect cables 3 5 web interface 4 1 contact information
52. igital television Field Programmable Gate Array Global Navigation Satellite System e g GPS Global Positioning System A system of satellites computers and receivers that is able to determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by calculating the time difference for signals from different satellites to reach the receiver Global Xpress high speed broadband network a worldwide Ka band mobile satellite system Inter Facility Link International Mobile Satellite Organisation An intergovernmental organisation that oversees certain public satellite safety and security communication services provided via the Inmarsat satellites Glossary 1 Glossary Glossary IP KDM LAN LED LNB PAST POST RF SSID Glossary 2 Internet Protocol The method or protocol by which data is sent from one computer to another on the Internet Keyboard and Display Module of the ACU Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode Low Noise Block A device used to amplify or boost the weak received signal without amplifying the noise signals hence the low noise part of LNB and to convert the high frequencies of the signal into lower frequencies a process called down converting for conveyance to the indoor equipment demodulator for processing Person Activated Self Test Power On Self Test A system test that is activated each time the system is powered on Radio Frequency Electromagnetic wave frequenc
53. iguration A guest can only access the functions that are allowed on the page User permissions by an administrator For more information see To set up user permissions guest login on page 4 14 5 The web interface shows the DASHBOARD page DASHBOARD DASHBOARD System status Jog Mode ACU part name TT 5075 SETTINGS GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E Antenna part name TT 7166A SERVICE Satellite profile GX Modem ACU serial number 80815992 ADMINISTRATION Satellite position 62 6 E Antenna serial number 0123456789 HELPDESK Azimuth 124 7 Software version 1 49 build 14 SITE MAP Elevation 12 7 RX RF frequency 20 177760 GHz Tuner signal strength 40 Tuner mode GSC Tracking RF frequency 19 707000 GHz Antenna TX allowed Not Allowed Modem RX status Not Locked Refresh Figure 4 2 Web interface DASHBOARD Acquisition process The acquisition process is started automatically after power on factory default A satellite and modem profile has been set up at the factory The antenna is fully operational when the display shows ACQUISITION OK and the field MDM in the upper status line shows NETOK 4 2 Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Topics in the web interface Setup using the web interface Use the site map to get an overview over the existing menus and submenus You can click on each menu in the site map to go directly to the page or display the respective submenu DASHBOARD SETTINGS SERVICE AD
54. ion 4 15 user permissions 4 14 setup 4 14 Index 3 Index V VLAN port membership table 4 8 W warning messages B 1 warnings 5 3 B 2 antenna B 4 warranty 5 14 web interface browser settings 5 7 connect 4 1 connection 3 6 core module 5 7 login 4 2 navigating 4 5 overview 2 5 Wifi encryption key 4 9 name 4 9 wireless local area network name 4 9 WLAN country code 4 9 encryption key 4 9 security 4 9 setup 4 8 WLAN access point setup 4 9 Index 4 98 143492 B 98 143492 B COBH www cobham com satcom
55. ioner Mount Geometry Elevation over Azimuth Travel Azimuth 90 from stow position Travel Elevation 4 to 83 Emergency Drive Hand crank on Az amp El 98 143492 B A 1 Antenna characteristics A 2 Power requirement 100 240VAC 4A 50 60Hz 150W max Weights and measures Terminal 28 6 kg 63 Ibs Transport inside 2 cases lt 31 7 kg lt 70 Ibs per case Airline checkable Environmental characteristics Wind Speed Operational 48 km h 30 mph gusts up to 72 km h 45 mph anchored Temperature Operational 25 to 55 C 13 to 131 F Temperature Survival 40 to 80 C 40 to 176 F Rain lt 100 mm hr Humidity 0 to 100 condensing IP Class IPX5 98 143492 B Appendix A Technical specifications Product Dimensions A 2 Product Dimensions The dimensions shown below reflect the space needed to accommodate the full range of motion in elevation and azimuth A 2 1 Side view Nn fe 5 g Oo D Q n KS 2 D 40 101 6cm 30 76 2cm Figure A 1 EXPLORER 5075GX side view 98 143492 B Appendix A Technical specifications A 3 Product Dimensions A 2 2 Top view 42 107cm La 30 76 2cm Figure A 2 EXPLORER 5075GX top view A 4 Appendix A Technical specifications 98 143492 B Product Dimensions A 2 3 Rear view al fe 5 2
56. ite profile name Generic 12 5E SETTINGS 7 Satellite profiles VSAT modem profile Generic modem i ERREURS Satellite position h2 5 p Network gt i RX IF frequency 1416 000 MHz WLAN s LNB LO frequency 18 25 GHz SERVICE EF Re g e e ADMINISTRATION He ICT 19 666000 GHz HELPDESK TRACKING Se MAP Tracking type GSC power v RX frequency VSAT modem User defined Apply Cancel Figure 5 8 Satellite profile with generic GX modem 5 6 Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B 5 1 6 98 143492 B General support GX Modem One Touch Commissioning In some cases you may have to make the One Touch Commissioning for the modem WARNING A 1 Connect a PC to LAN1 For your safety Active RF transmission may occur during an OTC procedure Software updates may also occur yet the system is in receive only mode during such auto updates 2 Enter the web interface via Firefox browser and go to SETTINGS gt Network DASHBOARD SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles WLAN SERVICE ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP NETWORK Host name LAN Port 1 Service LAN Port 2 Mode Static IP address 192 lies jo 1 Netmask 255 255 255 Jo DHCP Server 2 DHCP Server Start 192 168 lo 10 DHCP Server End 192 j168 jo 20 LAN Port 3 LAN Port 4 LAN Port 5 iDirect GX Modem WLAN Static Mode Switched with No port IP address 192 168 1 Service Netmask Vlan table vani i
57. ked Refresh Figure 5 11 Verifying software update SAILOR 900 VSAT Software update modem The modem detects automatically whether a software upgrade is needed If yes software upgrade is done automatically via the satellite link You can see the current software version in the web interface of the GX modem Core Module Service 98 143492 B Chapter 5 Service 5 11 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages 5 3 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages Built In Test Equipment The EXPLORER 5075GX has a Built In Test Equipment BITE function in order to make fault diagnostics easy during service and installation The BITE test is performed during e Power On Self Test POST which is automatically performed each time the system is powered on e Person Activated Self Test PAST which is initiated by starting a self test in the web interface HELPDESK gt Self test For details on error messages after a POST or a self test see Event list on page 5 3 Means of signalling The EXPLORER 5075GX provides various methods for signalling the system status LEDs on the front panel of the ACU are used to signal e Power on off e Logon e Fail Pass The built in web interface of the ACU shows any events BITE error codes with a short message describing each error This is also displayed in the ACU In an error situation one of the following system status messages may be shown e ACU POST error e ADU POST erro
58. letter LAN Port 1 LAN port 1 is dedicated as the service port By default this port has the IP address http 192 168 1 2 the current value can be displayed in the EXPLORER 5075GX display The service port has 3 modes e Static default e DHCP client Used when the antenna is on a local network e Switched with port 5 Used to access the GX modem This LAN is internal with static IP configuration 192 168 1 2 Table 4 3 Setup of LAN network 98 143492 B Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 7 Setup using the web interface Sections Preferred use LAN Port 2 3 User data ports configured automatically by the modem The VLAN and 4 table shows this configuration LAN Port 5 No connector only internal connection This network is connected to the modem iDirect GX Modem It is set to static IP WLAN The wireless port can be connected to one of the other ports service port or one of the user data ports Set here which of the ports 1 to 5 you want to access with WiFi If LAN Port 1 is selected you Must set it to a static IP address and select DHCP server Table 4 3 Setup of LAN network Continued Static IP or DHCP Client If you select DHCP client the network IP address and sub net mask must be provided by a DHCP server on that network If you select Static IP address you must specify a unique IP address and a sub net mask DHCP Server Settings On LAN Port 1 Service you can choo
59. liance Laboratories Corp was found to be compliant with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Regulations for Information Technology Equipment Model EXPLORER 5075GX Responsible Party TracStar Systems dba Cohbam SATCOM Address 1551 College Park Business Center Road s Orlando FL 32804 USA Contact Person George Tong 517 673 8007 Equipment Class Class B Product Type VSAT Terminal Report Number R1408202 Issuance Date 2014 10 23 Tested by Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp 1274 Anvilwood Ave Sunnyvale CA 94089 USA Phone 408 732 9162 Fax 408 732 9164 www baclcorp com TracStar Systems dba Cohbam SATCOM being the responsible party declares that the product EXPLORER 5075GX was tested to demonstrate compliance with all applicable FCC Rules and regulations The methods of testing were in accordance with the most current and accurate measurement standards possible All necessary steps have been taken in order to assure that all production units will continue to comply with the Federal Communications Commission s requirements OT za Zo Signature Date GEORGE TINS DIRECToR ENKINCERING Name Title This document issued by Bay Arca Compliance Laboratories Corp BACL or Company is subject to its general conditions of service printed on the quotation purchase order acknowledgement or on the Product Certification Agreement and is available on request We hereby notify you that those aforementioned
60. m warnings errors and information See The menu tree on page 4 19 for a full list of menus The menus show how the system has been configured You can also see events warnings errors and information Signal strength indication is rendered on the display as 7 blocks on the main display The signal strength is also displayed as a number in the sub menu Manual Pointing 1 D O 5 Power Main NAV GH MDM NETOK LAN 1 3 4 ACQUISITION OK Logon FailPass SAT 151 2W RX 1 L H 19 707 18 25 TX MAR Figure 2 6 Keypad and display detailed example The display has a two line menu system The display also supports two status lines Upper and Lower for compact satellite and antenna information For a description of the LED light indicators see LEDs on the keypad of the EXPLORER 5075GX on page 5 12 2 2 6 Web interface for setup and troubleshooting To fully configure the EXPLORER 5075GX use the built in web interface Installation of software is not necessary you can use a standard Internet browser The web interface is mainly used for first time setup of the LAN ports WLAN use and administrating admin and guest access rights The web interface is useful when troubleshooting the EXPLORER 5075GX The web interface can be accessed using WiFi For details about network configuration see To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 COBHAM DASHBOARD DASHBOARD System status Jog Mod
61. n page 4 19 3 NAV Navigational information First letter G Valid position signal received from the GNSPS module or g No valid GNSS fix Second letter H Valid heading data or h No valid heading data 4 MDM Current status of the modem TEST ERROR READY INIT RXOK ACO NETOK RESET OFF 5 LAN LAN connectors used 1 2 3 4 6 SAT Longitude satellite position of the currently active satellite profile 7 RX 1 Rx1 Lock or 1 Rx2 Lock or 2 L RX polarisation of currently active satellite profile L left hand R right hand 8 RF tracking frequency in GHz and LNB LO Frequency 9 TX lt Modem TX gt lt ADU TX gt lt TX pol gt lt Modem TX gt m M lt ADU TX gt a A lt Tx pol gt L R Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Keypad and display menus After 1 hour the display is dimmed to lowest intensity Press any key to light up the display 4 2 2 Navigating the menus Use the keypad to navigate the menus 4 2 3 The menu tree 5 T In the menu tree you can see how the system has been configured To enter satellite D information directly use a connected PC and the web interface L a B Q COMMAND STOP A ANTENNA DEPLOY MODEM STOW SATELLITE NETWORK MANUAL POINTING POINTING ANTENNA STATE EVENTS GPS ELEVATION COMPASS AZIMUTH VERSIONS SERIAL NUMBERS LATITUDE LONGITUDE MODEM TYPE FIX TYPE TX ENABLE SIGNAL LEVEL IM NET LED ACU STAT LED TX LED RX1 LED R
62. nel Personnel installing or servicing the system must be properly trained and authorized by Cobham SATCOM It is important that you observe all safety requirements listed in the beginning of this manual and install the system according to the guidelines in this manual 1 1 2 Software version This manual is intended for EXPLORER 5075GX with software version 1 49 The GX modem Core module software version is shown in its own web interface 1 1 3 Typography In this manual typography is used as indicated below Bold is used for the following purposes e To emphasize words Example Do not touch the antenna e To indicate what the user should select in the user interface Example Select SETTINGS gt LAN Italic is used to emphasize the paragraph title in cross references 98 143492 B 1 1 LA r fe a lt Precautions 1 2 Precautions Text marked with Warning Caution Note or Important show the following type of data e Warning A Warning is an operation or maintenance procedure that if not obeyed can cause injury or death e Caution A Caution is an operation or maintenance procedure that if not obeyed can cause damage to the equipment e Note A Note gives information to help the reader e Important A text marked Important gives information that is important to the user e g to make the system work properly This text does not concern d
63. ons for guest users do as follows 1 From the left navigation pane select ADMINISTRATION gt User permissions USER PERMISSIONS DASHBOARD Allow users to SETTINGS Upload software Yes No SERVICE ADMINISTRATION Perform self test Yes No Change satellite profiles Yes No Export import config Change modem profiles Yes No Factory default Change network Yes No HELPDESK Change navigation settings Yes No SITE MAP Operate antenna Yes No Control Modem Yes No Apply Cancel Figure 4 12 Web interface ADMINISTRATION User permissions 2 For each item under ALLOW USERS TO select e Yes to allow the guest user access e Noto block the guest user access to the settings Then the pages are read only changes cannot be made by the guest user Change network Change IP configuration of the LAN connectors For further information see To configure the LAN network on page 4 6 Operate antenna Allow to deploy stow stop or jog the antenna using the web interface Control Modem Allow to reset or power cycle the GX modem 3 Click Apply The settings to which access is denied are now greyed out for the guest user 4 14 Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Setup using the web interface 4 1 9 To import and export a system configuration If you need to reuse a configuration in another EXPLORER 5075GX you can save the current configuration to a file which can then be loaded into another EXPLORER 5075GX You c
64. oyed or stowed To start up the antenna do the following 1 Press the On Off button Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 98 143492 B Auto acquisition overview 3 4 To stow the antenna Figure 3 10 On Off button The antenna is fully operational when the display says ACQUISITION OK and the field MDM in the upper status line shows NETOK If the system is not set to automatically begin pointing after power on then the user may deploy using two alternative methods using the keypad and display or the web interface a 5 8 n o eas Ta lt The following points describe the typical auto pointing algorithm 1 Detect Mechanical Home Position for Az and El which calibrates the encoders 2 Calculate the Az El look angles using the inputs from GNSS GPS Glonass etc Level sensors Compass and inclinometer 3 Set elevation and azimuth to the calculated look angle 4 Proceed to maximum value on the satellite signal and achieve LOCK status The modem then enters the network and begins passing user traffic This pointing algorithm uses Cobham s proven TracStar technology that is currently deployed in thousands of terminals around the world As a Safety precaution the modem is automatically inhibited from transmitting until the unit has locked on to the satellite and acquired the network To stow the antenna The antenna must be set into the stow position before it can be packed into the transpo
65. r e SAFE MODE plus information about the specific error see System messages on page B 1 5 3 1 LEDs on the keypad of the EXPLORER 5075GX There are 3 LEDs Power Logon and Fail Pass LED LED Behaviour Description Power Steady green Power supply OK Steady red Power supply failure Off No power Logon Flashing green Current status is displayed e Searching satellite e Identifying satellite e Carrier lock amp TX enabled from modem Steady green Satellite link established Off No satellite link acquired Table 5 1 LEDs on the ACU 5 12 Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B Status signalling with LEDs and status messages LED Behaviour Description Fail Pass Steady red A fault which prevents operation is present LED in the system ACU ADU MODEM Flashing green A Power On Self Test POST or Person Activated Self Test PAST in progress The current status is displayed Flashing red Active BITE failure or warning The event is shown in the ACU display Steady green No faults Table 5 1 LEDs on the ACU Continued 5 3 2 Status information of the modem The modem status is shown in the display of the EXPLORER 5075GX in the menu Modem and also in short form in the upper status line The current status is communicated by a text string Steady green red or yellow or flashing green red or yellow 98 143492 B NET LED STAT LED TX LED RX1 L
66. recautions 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 Thrane amp Thrane A S assumes no liability for the customer s failure to comply with these requirements Microwave radiation hazards During transmission the antenna radiates Microwave Power This radiation may be hazardous to humans close to the antenna During transmission make sure that nobody gets closer than the recommended minimum safety distance The minimum safe distance in front of the antenna reflector is 32 m when in the focal line a straight line between the feed horn and satellite based on a radiation level of 10 W m No hazard exists at the back of the reflector WARNING This device emits radio frequency energy Do not place your A head or other body parts between transmitting feed horn and reflector when the system is operational Service User access to the interior of the antenna is not allowed Only a technician authorized by Cobham SATCOM may perform service failure to comply with this rule will void the warranty Power supply The voltage range for the EXPLORER 5075GxX is 100 240 VAC nominal 4 A 50 60 Hz WARNING Before disassembling or performing any maintenance or A upgrades unplug the unit from power source Do not operate in
67. rt cases After stowing the elevation and azimuth are zero degrees WARNING Be aware of pinch points while the antenna is being positioned A deployed or stowed To stow the antenna using the keypad and display 98 143492 B 1 Press OK to scroll to the COMMAND page and press OK again to access the page 2 Press and W until STOW is selected and press OK to initiate the selection 3 Wait until the status shows STOWED Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 3 7 To disassemble and pack the antenna To stow the antenna using the web interface 1 Connect a PC to the LAN1 connector 2 Open an Internet browser and type the default IP address http 192 168 0 1 When the login screen is displayed you have verified that the connection can be established Enter user name and password Logon User name Password Logon Cancel Forgot administrator password Figure 3 11 Logon screen to the web interface 3 Type in the user name admin and the password 1234 to access the Dashboard as an administrator 4 From the DASHBOARD navigate to the page SERVICE gt ANTENNA and click the button Stow ANTENNA DASHBOARD Deploy Stow Stop SEULE Status Deployed SEER Deploy Stow Stop Upload RAS Jog Navigation Enable Lo mode Enable lineup mode Increment Modem Figure 3 12 To stow the antenna using the web interface 5 Wait until the status on the DASHBOARD shows Stowed 3 5 To disassemble and pack the antenna
68. rt legs Rotating LAS adjustment tube lt lt CP Keypac and displ Support leg user PC Figure 3 3 Electronics enclosure and support legs The two support legs and support feet provide additional stability and prevent movement of the system 2 Rotate the fine tuning rotating adjustment tube on the support legs to move the feet up and down to level the base and achieve stability Figure 3 4 To adjust the support legs 3 You may have to anchor the terminal to the ground to meet operational requirements in high wind conditions For anchoring you may add extra weight to the support legs or insert stakes through holes on the feet 4 Unpack the RF assembly handle it carefully LS Take care when handling the feed assembly Do not grab the assembly by the feed horn The feed s subreflector can be easily damaged 5 Retract the thumbscrews on the mounting blocks located on the elevation arms 6 Mount the RF assembly by inserting the brackets down into the mounting blocks 3 4 Chapter 3 Assembly amp start up 98 143492 B To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX Mounting bracket Figure 3 5 To mount the antenna positioner 7 Re engage the thumbscrews to lock the brackets into place 8 Unpack the four interchangeable panels a Y a Co P a d N n lt 9 Release the four locking mechanisms on the reflector hub insert the two bottom panels and re secure the locking mechanism on t
69. ry default on ccssssssscssesesesesssesesesesesesssssmsssmmesneeeesessnss 4 16 Table of contents Chapter 5 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Glossary Index vi 4 2 Keypad and display menus 0 ccccssssssseessesseeessenesssssssssnsssssseseseseseseseses 4 18 42 1 Keypad and display ccsscssssssssssssssssssnsnsssssseseesecessessssnssssnsnmnssssssseseecesseesssessssssnsnaes 4 18 42 2 Navigating the menus ui iinnnnnnnennnnnnnnn 4 19 423 Th m utr sun sss ect ctea hake capt E tdsseaaedbcactnataites 4 19 42 4 Brightness of the display ccssssssscsssesssessssmsmssssssnsssnensesssssssssssssesesesesesessses 4 22 Service 5 1 General Support hein a dans se nl 5 1 5 1 1 Preventative maintenance en 5 1 5 1 2 Help desk and diagnostics report cce seeren 5 2 5 13 To point with the hand crank uu ccccssssssssessccsssssssssssccsssssssssccssccsssssnseessecsssssssnssceessesss 5 3 DNAS REST ne street RE Re Mn net nent tente 5 4 5 1 5 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 2 encscsrrrrsssrersennnee 5 5 5 1 6 GX Modem One Touch Commissioning hs 5 7 5 1 7 Proxy server settings in your browser ssssssssssssssssccsssssssssssnsnsnsssssssesseseseseeeseesesees 5 8 52 Software update nan 52W Preredujsites RER RS Ma ae cairn chan eae E ee ey he 5 2 2 Software update procedure 5 3 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages 5 12 5 3 1 LEDs on
70. s test and such sample s Appendix C Approvals 98 143492 B FCC Part 15 and ICES 003 C3 FCC Part 15 and ICES 003 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The device submitted for testing at Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp was found to be compliant with FCC Part 15 and ICES 003 Rules and Regulations for Information Technology Equipment Supplier Information Model Responsible Party Address Contact Person Telephone EXPLORER 5075GX TracStar Systems dba Cobham SATCOM 1551 College Park Business Center Road Orlando FL 32804 USA George Tong 517 673 8007 EUT Information Summa Equipment Class Product Type Report Number Issuance Date Tested by Class B VSAT Terminal R1408202 2014 10 23 Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp 1274 Anvilwood Ave Sunnyvale CA 94089 USA Phone 408 732 9162 Fax 408 732 9164 www baclcorp com TracStar Systems dba Cobham SATCOM being the responsible party declares that the product EXPLORER 5075GX was tested to demonstrate compliance with all applicable FCC and IC Rules and regulations The methods of testing were in accordance with the most current and accurate measurement standards possible All necessary steps have been taken in order to assure that all production units will continue to comply with the Federal Communications Commission s requirements Och 24 Zory Signature Date G lGE TONG DIRECTOR ENG NEGEING Name Title
71. se to run a DHCP server Select the check box DHCP Server The DHCP server settings are only displayed and can be selected when the port mode is set to Static otherwise the DHCP server settings are not shown The DHCP start and end addresses must be on the same network as the port s static IP VLAN port membership table The VLAN port membership table is configured by the modem The table is useful when troubleshooting 4 8 Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B 4 1 4 98 143492 B WLAN settings Setup using the web interface To set up the WLAN access point do as follows 1 Select SETTINGS gt WLAN from the left navigation pane DASHBOARD SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles WLAN SETTINGS WLAN Enabled e WLAN Country ANY v WLAN Channel 5 Vv Broadcast SSID C WLAN SSID SERVICE TEAOR ADMINISTRATION SRE probed v g HELPDESK Key Type hexadecimal ascii e SITE MAP Key D a Apply Cancel a El Co n Figure 4 6 Web interface SETTINGS gt WLAN Enable or disable the WLAN default Disabled Select the Country for your present location WLAN channel can be changed channels available depend on the setting for Country For Broadcast SSID select Enabled default or Disabled Enabled WLAN access point is shown to other users Disabled WLAN access point is hidden Type in the SSID of your choice or accept the default SSID which is Cobham The SSID is
72. st also be updated The display shows ANTENNA SW UPLOAD If software upload fails how to recover To recover from a failed software upload turn off the ACU and turn it on again Then repeat the upload procedure as described in Software update on page 5 9 To verify the software update 1 The software version can be viewed in the DASHBOARD window of the web interface 2 After completing the software update procedure the EXPLORER 5075GX will perform a POST Power On Self Test 3 When the POST has finished the green Pass Fail LED on the keypad must become steadily green Verify that the Pass Fail LED is not red nor flashing orange once every 2 seconds Wait until the Pass Fail LED is green 5 10 Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B Software update 4 Verify that the software update has been completed successfully You find the software version number in the DASHBOARD window of the web interface DASHBOARD DASHBOARD System status Jog Mode ACU part name TT 5075 SETTINGS ETES GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E Antenna part name TT 71664 SERVICE a Satellite profile GX Modem ACU serial number 80815992 ADMINISTRATION Satellite position 62 6 E Antenna serial number 0123456789 HELPDESK Re Azimuth 124 7 Software version 1 49 build 14 SITE MAP Elevation 12 7 RX RF frequency 20 177760 GHz Tuner signal strength 40 Tuner mode GSC Tracking RF frequency 19 707000 GHz Antenna TX allowed Not Allowed Modem RX status Not Loc
73. t passwords as anyone with access and malicious intent can render the EXPLORER 5075Gx inoperable To configure the LAN network go to SETTINGS gt Network Chapter 4 Setup and operation 98 143492 B Setup using the web interface NETWORK DASHBOARD SETTINGS Host name Satellite profiles LAN Port 1 Service LAN Port 2 VSAT modem profiles Mode Seb IP address 192 lies lo WLAN Netmask 255 J255 J255 lo SERVICE ADMINISTRATION DHCP Server v HELPDESK DHCP Server Start 192 hes o ho SEME DHCP Server End 192 68 o zo LAN Port 3 LAN Port 4 LAN Port 5 iDirect GX Modem WLAN Static Mode Switched with No port c O IP address 192 168 1 2 gt a a ne Netmask 255 255 255 Jo oO Q 0 Vlan table mo UVID PORTI PORT2 PORT 3 PORTS PORTS WLAN 2 VLAN 1 1 U 3 oP VLAN 2 2 u A VLAN 3901 3901 u u T VLAN 3905 3905 u T U Egress untagged T Egress tagged Apply Cancel Figure 4 5 Web interface SETTINGS Network default settings Make sure that the networks do not use IP address ranges that overlap Make the necessary changes on this page and click Apply Sections Preferred use NETWORK Host The host name is used for identifying the EXPLORER 5075GX The name default host name is acu You can change the name Letters a z digits 0 9 and hyphen are allowed as legal characters Note The host name must start with a
74. the box e To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX e Start up with auto acquisition e To stow the antenna e To disassemble and pack the antenna 3 1 What s in the box a D o a Co gt a d N n lt 3 1 1 To unpack The EXPLORER 5075GX antenna system is packaged into two transit cases e Case 1 RF assembly and reflector e Case 2 Electronics enclosure and antenna positioner Figure 3 1 2 transit cases Take care when handling the feed assembly Do not grab the assembly by the feed horn The feed s subreflector can be easily damaged 98 143492 B 3 1 To assemble the EXPLORER 5075GX 3 1 2 3 2 3 2 1 3 2 Unpack the cases and check that the following items are present 1 Antenna positioner and electronics enclosure Feed assembly Red Tx amp Blue Rx RF cables Gray BUC Power cable AC Power Adaptor Hand crank NMN OO MA W N CD with user documentation Initial inspection Inspect the cases immediately upon receipt for evidence of damage during transport If the shipping material is severely damaged or water stained request that the carrier s agent be present when opening the cases Save all packing material for future use if there is any sign of shipping damage to any part of the front or rear panel or the outer cover Read the safety summary at the front of this manual before installing or operating the system i WARNING To avoid electric shock do not apply power
75. the keypad of the EXPLORER 5075GX 5 3 2 Status information of the modem scscssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssesssesesesesessseseseseseseee 54 To return units for repair cc ccccssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssesesesesesesesescsssessses Technical specifications A 1 Antenna characteristics 2 ccsccssssa srt A 1 A 2 Product Dimensions nee A 3 AZV Side View aranean ESE RESO he RR AR ERE SN ERS A 3 A 2 2 Top view AZ SREAE VIEW nn ice it ie Ese ce Re nel et at A 5 System messages B 1 Event messages overview on cccccsssssssssssssssnssssnsnnsssssssessesssssssssssnssnsnsnsssssesesess B 1 B2 List f events dun ue Ran en An RE B 2 Approvals C 1 EN 301 489 1 V1 9 2 2011 09 o n cecscsssssssssssmunssssssssssssseesssssnssssssseseeseseesesseets C 1 C2 AS NZS 22 2009 A1 20110 sanne GE C 2 C 3 FCC Part 15 and ICES 003 42 0 en C 3 CA Part 15 of the FCC Rules 223228 neine anis C 4 As A MR lest de ans et nn denses Glossary 1 Le Pr ER R 6 Index 1 98 143492 B Chapter 1 About this manual 1 1 Manual overview This manual has the following chapters e Introduction e Assembly amp start up e Setup and operation e Service This manual has the following appendices e Technical specifications e System messages e Approvals 1 1 1 Intended readers This is an installation and service manual for the EXPLORER 5075GX system intended for users of the system and service person
76. the name of the wireless local area network It is a text with maximum 32 characters Select the Security standard Select one of the following encryption standards e Disabled default e WEP 64 enter the encryption key in hexadecimal format e WEP 128 enter the encryption key in hexadecimal format e WPA PSK enter the encryption key in hexadecimal or text format e WPA2 PSK enter the encryption key in hexadecimal or text format Type in the Encryption key for the selected Security standard This is not applicable if you have selected Security mode None Click Apply Chapter 4 Setup and operation 4 9 Setup using the web interface 4 1 5 To deploy stow stop or jog the antenna On this page you can deploy stow or stop the antenna e Deploy Prepare the antenna for pointing after it has been stowed stopped or jogged e Stow Stow the antenna before disassembly e Stop Stop the antenna immediately e Jog Move the antenna in azimuth and elevation There is also a reset button for resetting the azimuth and elevation offset An offset of 0 corresponds to the current position With keypad and display 1 Press OK to scroll to the Command page and press OK again to access page 2 Press W until Deploy is selected and press OK to initiate the selection What to expect during deployment The antenna system starts up and goes through a brief initialization procedure POWERING UP ANTENNA POST MANUAL POINTING ACQU
77. their rights and obligations under the transaction documents This document cannot be reproduced except in full without prior written approval of a duly authorized representative of the Company Any unauthorized alteration forgery or falsification of the content or appearance of this document is unlawful and offenders may be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law The results opinions or attestations shown in this document refer only to the sample s test and such sample s ASINZS 22 2009 A1 20110 C2 AS NZS 22 2009 A1 20110 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This product was found to be compliant with AS NZS CISPR 22 2009 A1 2010 for Information Technology Equipment Model EXPLORER 5075GX Responsible Party TracStar Systems dba Cobham SATCOM Adara 1551 College Park Business Center Road N Orlando FL 32804 USA Contact Person George Tong Telephone 517 673 800 Email George Tong Product Type VSAT Terminal Report Number R1408202 Issuance Date 2014 10 24 Tested by Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp 1274 Anvilwood Ave Sunnyvale CA 94089 USA Phone 408 732 9162 Fax 408 732 9164 www baclcorp com TracStar Systems dba Cobham SATCOM being the responsible party declares that the product EXPLORER 5075GX was tested to demonstrate compliance with AS NZS CISPR 22 Rules and regulations The methods of testing were in accordance with the most current and accurate measurement standards possible
78. tion parameters e POST results of the Power On Self Test e Active Events lists the currently active events e Events List of all cleared events e System log Chapter 5 Service 98 143492 B Event list Self test 5 1 3 98 143492 B General support When an event is registered the web interface shows an event icon A in the icon bar as long as the event is active The ACU display shows also active events To view the event list with active events click the event icon from the icon bar at the top of the web interface or select HELPDESK gt Event list from the left navigation pane The Event list page shows a detailed list of active events and notifications including the time of the first occurrence ID and severity of the event message and a short text describing the error Active events are cleared from the event list when the error is cleared They are moved to the section Notifications and are displayed for 24 hours All entries in the section Notifications are cleared automatically after 24 hours and after restart of the system For a list of all events with description error code ID explanation and remedy see System messages on page B 1 You can start a self test of the EXPLORER 5075GX ADU and ACU 1 Click Self test in the HELPDESK page 2 Click the menu item Self test Warning The EXPLORER 5075GX will reboot to perform the self test Rebooting the ACU will terminate all existing connections To point with t

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