AKD Flyaway Antenna Operation Manual
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1. Satellite vel 18 November Level421 GmbH K fergasse 11 D 89073 Ulm AUTO POINT TT 7120 120 GERMANY USER MANUAL Tel 49 0 731 140 647 00 Fax 49 0 731 140 647 11 Version V3 1 f Mail support level421 com Web www level421 com lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 1 Contents Performante WE 2 EE 4 Transmission SILC aaa 4 UR DACKING WE 5 SEE UD UNG 3NTEeNNA rirrrirrer rrinte innein aE RETEA EEEE EEEE ENEE 5 M amp C Terminal Setup amp Operating I 8 Manual DOINTING WEE 13 Stow AUTO POINT SYSTEM 13 Stowing reflector segments 14 Front Dane 1AV TT E 16 Manual E TE 17 Manual polarization control 17 Manual SEOWING nen 18 BUG Installation kapakpa 19 How to Make a BUC Connector Wavestream 16W 40W 22 CHANCE LNB Q u ee ee 24 lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 2 Performance The AUTO POINT SYSTEM Satellite antenna system is specially designed for high data transmission rate A state of art carbon fiber antenna dish compacted chassis allows the quality of being light enough to be carried The three axis AZ EL and POL servo system promises full auto field deployment One button control design to easy one man operation and precludes th2. for IF transmission connection e 7 MONITOR RJ45 waterproof UBIDE CEZ to M amp C PC e 8 HPA Switch for BUC power enable disable lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 16 Manual Procedures In case of motor failure AUTO POINT SYSTEM can be operated and stowed manually Manual hand wheel controls for elevation and azimuth are easily reached from behind the reflector system Lock Hand Wheel Azimuth Hand Wheel Elevation Hand Wheel Manual hand wheel controls are used to position the antenna in case of a motor failure The default position of the locking nuts is unlocking position When the antenna is correctly positioned with manual override the respective locking nut shall be turned to locking position When repositioning the antenna unlock the hand wheel control before positioning Lock again after the correct position is reached Manual polarization control To move the polarization take a firm grip of the feed horn and slowly turn the feed system This will not work if the motor has jammed in which case you need a trained service engineer to release the polarization drive gear lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 17 Manual Stowing e Power failure or mechanical damage may force you to stow manually e Disconnect equipment and stow reflector segments as described above e Turn the feed system to its home position holding the feed
3. horn The picture below shows the approximate home position to reach e Gently turn the reflector system counterclockwise to stow position e Carefully lower the feed arm and check that the guide pin on top of AUTO POINT SYSTEM fits into the slit in the bottom of the feed arm e Fold down the main reflector over the AUTO POINT SYSTEM chassis cover lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 18 BUC Installation Uncover the feed unit Unscrew 3 screws on each side and then the cover can be Loosen the back plate lessen the screws and make the back plate adjustable lessen the screws and make the back plate adjustable lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 19 e Install BUC From the bottom up place the BUC between the back plates Benes ve er e Tighten the screws lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 20 4 screw on this side e Install waveguide Tighten the four screws e connect IF and power cable cover the feed finish the installation lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 21 How to Make a BUC Connector Wavestream 16W 40W e Bayonet style Circular Connector e Secondary GND e Control Sig Monitor Sig reference to SGND Seri
4. network segment with the antenna the subnet mask should fill in automatically if not 255 255 255 0 will suffice Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Gera You can Get IP valt ng Stiagned Bone Abby your network eeng hes capabili Utheresse you need lo ack your pohoi sheeeta c ke the appropiate IP settings I S Otten an IP adden norae ahty Use the toloweng IP address IP tetra ss 12 168 2 2 Subnet mart 2m 255 26 e Det gateway J 168 J 1 Uce the lolowang ONS server addresses Preiened DNS server Alemao ONS server Advanced RH Lese Figure 6 Use the following IP address 4 Click ok finish the setup and connect to the antenna lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 8 5 Double click M amp C exe in the M amp C file folder where copied to 6 Login as akdadmin no password leave it blank will be ok IP address is the same as the antenna M amp C System User Name ac n n Password IP Address 192 168 2 1 Ext Figure 7 Log on to M amp C System 7 Then click login the pop up shows the status of all the sensors M amp C System OK OK OK No Positioning OK Connect Successfully Main Figure 8 Self Checking Window 8 About 10 seconds self checking the main M amp C windows comes up and the antenna is now operational D IA 8 User Auto Manual Config Restart Bet Down SelfTest Data
5. 7 Put back all sockets weatherproof caps and close support legs The antenna comes back to initial condition 8 Clean everything and put them into the case lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 13 Stowing reflector segments 1 Unzip the soft case for the reflector segment and we number the segments and following 2 Insert the reflector segment 3 into the bottom layer lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 14 3 Insert the reflector segment 1 into the fourth layer 4 Insert the right reflector segment 4 into the second layer 7 I Se n ak CS far N mee f Uu a Gei er N MAR yi lt 092 DA er i E CT W vi 200 h t arty Pr M bw EEE e intin A mia lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 15 5 Insert the reflector segment 5 into the top layer SS FSHHFF Af y Ensure that the reflector surface is towards the cover Front panel layout POWER OJ TOUCH MANUAL MONITOR HPA The interface panel illustrated as above and there are e 1 POWER AC Power socket AOPULO AF20 weatherproof e 2 Q TOUCH Itis One button control multifunction button e 3 MANUAL Push to switch between auto and manual condition e 4 GPS SMA Female for GPS antenna connection e 5 Rx N type female for IF reception connection 6 Ix N type female
6. Base CG gg sA A EventLog Update Help Figure 9 Main M amp C Window lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 9 9 You can monitor and control antenna by this Main window There are eleven icons present related functions description briefly below e User for Account management e Auto for Auto acquire control e Manual for Manual control e Config Configuration of database and status of antenna and sat e Restart To restart auto acquire system e ShutDown For the system shut down and stowing e SelfTest Antenna healthy status self checking e DataBase For database configuration of antenna and satellite e EventLog Itis a Log file recoding all events occurred e Update Open in the future Help Open in the future 10 Click on DataBase checking if your satellite is in the list w Database ee Sat Config Longitude amp Latitude pi e D R Number Sat SetLeng DVE VI DVEV DEM DVB Bl vB H Bl NB Bescon A Beacon H 12 Apster2 765 1191 980 11330 3 Asiasat 3 105 5 1062 0 1082 3400 950015 1449015 4 Asiasat 4 1220 989 87 1223 0 953 954 A Apstar5 1350 1055 1298 1190 43000 43000 43200 951 1449 6 Sinosat l 110 5 1139 1018 103453 1 26045 9260045 7 Asiasat 5 100 5 1449 76 951 25 3 Apstars 134 0 1135 13750 2700 27500 950 5 9 IPSTAR 1195 1045 Restore Factory Sett Main Save Changes Record of Figure 10 Satellite Parameters Configuration DataBase Window
7. If not click then add it Type in satellite name in sat satellite longitude in satlongitude only digits no directions directions must be closed in the config page vertical polarization beacon frequency in Beacon V horizontal polarization beacon frequency in Beacon H qe DataBase 1 A Sat Config Longitude amp Latitude a a F FI f lt w X n BB Number Sat SatLong DVE VI pve v mem DVB H va vB BB H B Bearon V Beacon H 1 Zhong Wei 87 5 10210 12153 l l 95035 14495 2 Apstar 72635 1191 ch 1133 0 3 Asiasat 3 105 5 10620 1052 3400 950015 1449 015 4 Asiasat 4 122 0 KEN 1223 0 953 954 5 ApstarS 138 0 1055 1298 1390 43000 43000 43200 951 1449 6 SimoSat 1 110 5 1139 1018 10243 1144 96045 960045 7 Askasat 5 100 5 1449 6 9551325 8 Apstar6 134 0 1135 1375 0 39500 22500 950 5 9 IPSTAR 119 5 1045 Restore Factory Seit Alain Save Changes Row added Figure 11 Adding Satellite into DataBase Make sure click on Save Changes after input parameters and click on Main DataBase window closed and back to Main window lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 10 11 Click on Config on the Main window select the target satellite which you want to use with proper tracking parameters the direction East or West of the satellite longitude must be selected manually If the satellite is not on a inclined orbit go to ste
8. Threshold 0 2 Calculation Results Azimuth 196 6 Pol Angle Elevation 42 9 Longitude 116 24 E Latitude 30 55 Connect Successfully Cake Main OK _ I650 Config _ lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 11 Figure 16 Calculation in Configuration Window 14 Then click OK the auto pointing process will begin it takes approximately 3 minutes The Q TOUCH light on the interface panel turns green indicating satellite acquisition The window changes to Auto M amp C System Setting Info SatN ame Asiasat 3 SatLongitude 104 SE Receiver Beacon Polarization Horizontal Receive Freq 1449 015 MH Status Searching Ant State Azimuth HIE Connect Successfully Elevation 47 1 Figure 17 Status in Auto Window Searching When lock the satellite the status turns to red M amp C System Setting Info SatName Asiasat I SatLongitude 105 5 E Receiver Beacon Polarization Horizontal Receive Freq 1449 015 Miz Status Lok Connect Suceevsfull v Figure 18 Status in Auto Window Lock And the Q TOUCH button light turns blue in the same time Before transmission the HPA switch bust be push down to power up the SSPA then you can use your modem to control transmission and reception follow the instructions provided by the service provider You can use the others functions of M amp C by click the related icon to monitor and control th
9. a e Align AUTO POINT System in the direction of the satellite or towards the equator Use the compass to go with the antenna lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 5 e Fold out the support legs on the AUTO POINT System Ensure that AUTO POINT SYSTEM stays firmly on the ground and that in cannot move during operation e Check that the power outlet is protected by cap and that the power cables are in good condition e Ensure that the AUTO POINT SYSTEM is clean e Connect the AUTO POINT SYSTEM to an external power source e Allow the AUTO POINT SYSTEM time to power up and warm up It will take about 60 seconds when warm up is ready press Q TOUCH e Mounting the Main Reflector Segments e When AUTO POINT SYSTEM motor stop moving after power up Pick up the reflector segments from the transport case and mount them in order below REESEN A A th Bi lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 6 e Lock 1 2 together and then lock 3 4 together 3 Vy and lock as shown below Ensure that the lock shaft engages in the opposite part of the lock Reflector segments are specific for each antenna and must not be inter changed Each segment is marked with the antenna serial number If a segment is broken the whole antenna must be replaced Using the wrong antenna segments will seriously affect the antenna perf
10. al RS 485 e Serial RS 485 DGND Looking at the front of the pins 48V R S T A B C GND P d e V W D Tx enable g Secondary GND h e Wire length 48V R S T A B C 100mm GND P d e V W D 100mm Tx enable short connect g and h 100mm e technological requirements 1 Seal the 6 line cable with a diameter 10mm and length 130mm heat shrinkable tubing 2 Properly weld all the lines to the connector and each line should be protected with the heat Shrinkable tubing lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 22 4 After the welding process has done properly pull the diameter 10mm heat shrinkable tubing to the right position to seal the cable 5 Use blow drier to shrink all the heat shrinkable tubing properly ie Par if bpm wire shielding lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 23 Change LNB Find a clean working environment that will not pollute the RF components Make sure all power is switched off and that the Power Supply is disconnected Rotate the LNB manually to an upright position turn the feed horn disconnect the LNB cable from the top F type connector e Mount the new LNB with the interface of the waveguide pair correctly Ensure that the O ring is still on the LNB e connect the LNB cable to the F type connector e Rotate the LNB to its stow position lt C gt le
11. d the exclusion zone are free from obstacles A handheld inclination meter and a compass are useful e The line of sight is the straight path according to pointing solution between the antenna and the Satellite Transmission Site Obstacle free Zones Object type Reflective Surfaces metals Within 5 of boresight People animals Within 20 of boresight Within the Radiation Hazard Zone Objects vegetation Within 5 of boresight e 5 is approximately the size of an adult hand span held at arm s length e 1 is approximately the size of an adult thumb held at arm s length You have a stable flat surface for the system to stand on You need room for a working area outside the radiation hazard zone You also need to Prevent unauthorized access to the equipment If your system will transmit clearly mark the microwave radiation hazard zone for the antenna Access to the zone should be limited to deploying and stowing the system lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 4 Unpacking e On arrival at the transmission site you should e Inspect the cases for transportation damages before opening e Open the cases and inspect the contents for damages e Remove the equipment from the transportation cases e Lift the AUTO POINT System by its front handle When possible two persons should make the lift e Place the AUTO POINT System on a flat stable surface Set up the antenn
12. e antenna lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 12 Manual pointing To point the antenna manually use the navigation keypad inset in the Point Antenna view To point the antenna manually use the navigation keypad inset in the manual view M amp C System Ant State Elevation Pol Angle Azimuth AGC Manual Control 1 step 0 3 step 0 1 step Guidance Custom Azimuth Pol Angle I Angle Elevation Ne Pel Speed 2 5 eg Main is for azimuth movement 4 d is for elevation movement is for polarization movement Clicking a key moves the antenna one step and the step size can be configured Holding down a key moves the antenna with a continuous speed Stow AUTO POINT SYSTEM 1 When the service is done push the HPA to its release position its red light turns off the BUC s power 2 disabled and transmission terminated 3 Press and hold Q TOUCH button for 3 seconds its green light blinking starting the shutdown progress and antenna moving to stowing position 4 When antenna is stopped and then disassemble the reflector segments Detach the reflector segments from the main reflector in order 1 2 and 3 and stow them in the transport case 5 Press Q TOUCH button to resume the stowing progress the antenna will stow properly the base segment of reflector comes to initial position 6 Disconnect all cables and packaging them
13. e requirement for professional personnel or ancillary equipment A PC based GUI or an optional PDA can be used for more in depth configuration over wire or wireless means A critical Gregorian dual offset elliptical antenna and feed system innovative technology achieves high gain low side lobes excellent cross pol isolation and high Tx Rx isolation The product complies with military standards and rigorously tested under the toughest environmental conditions NM 1277777 R 1095243275 Frequency C F 45 nn V S W R M amp C Graphical Desktop Terminal WebServer optional Ami E nem me rei enne Power Supply 90 264 VAC 47 63 Hz 48VDC optional Power Consumption Maximum 110W without BUC lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 3 Operating Temperature 30 C 55 C Storage Temperature 40 C 80 C Operational Winds Operational Winds lt 12m s Survival Winds lt 18m s reinforced Operational Humidity 0 100 Operation For successful operation plan all mission activities from preparative collection for data to stowing the system and restoring the transmission site Transmission Site Before setting up the terminal it is important to choose a suitable site for the operation The checklist below gives some important aspects to consider Check it e The environmental conditions are suitable for your system e The line of sight towards the satellite an
14. ormance and may damage the main reflector lt C gt level421 GmbH K fergase 11 89073 Ulm Version 18 11 2013 V3 1 Seite 7 M amp C Terminal Setup amp Operating AUTO POINT SYSTEM comes equipped with One Button Control System it is fully automated and can be controlled by one button Q TOUCH presented on the interface panel except change the parameters of satellite etc AUTO POINT SYSTEM can be configured monitored and controlled by M amp C terminals with friendly GUI interface also Cable connection for PC and Wi Fi connection for PC M amp C setup as following 1 Connect laptops to the antenna at MONITOR port using the supplied Ethernet RJ 45 cables 2 Open your LAN Connection Properties select Internet Protocol TCP IP and click on Properties e Local Area Connection Properties a x Germsa Advanced Connect using Ep Marvel Yukor S8E 8053 PO E Giga The commection user the fobowns tomt sw A 005 Packet Schedule vo W Netwok Monta Dive E ere Protocol T CPI lt Deschpbon Ti ansa soon Control Protoco imterret Protocol The delak unde aes nelwock protocol thel prowsde commurcabon acrott diverse mierconnected retveoek 3 V Show icon in notiicaton ates when connected e Notily me eben thes Conmectun he kried of ro connectivity Figure 5 Local Area Connection Properties 3 Select Use the following IP address and type in an address that is in the same
15. p 13 Config M amp C System Target Sat Config SatName Asiasat3 Longitude boss E k Receiver Beacon Polarization Vertical Frequency 950 015 MH Ant Location Calculation Results Location Beijing Threshold 0 2 v Azimuth Pol Angle Longitude 116 24 E Latitude 39 55 N Elevation Connect Successfully Calc Main OK IGSO Config Figure 12 Configuration Window 12 If the GPS does not work properly you can select the antenna location in Ant Location area if it is in the list If not you can choose Select Pls and input the Longitude chose E Ease and W for West and Latitude chose N for North and S for South of antenna Config M amp C System Target Sat Config SatName Asiasat 3 Longitude 105 5 E Receiver Beacon si Polarization Vertical Frequency 950 015 Miz Ant Location Calculation Results Location Select Pls Threshold 0 2 Azimuth Pol Angle Elevation Longitude E Latitude N Connect Successfully Cale Main OK IGSO Config Figure 15 Antenna Location in Configuration Window 13 And also you can calculate the theoretical tracking parameters of the satellite when you click Sa Contig wai M amp C System Target Sat Contig SatWame Asiasat 3 Longitude 105 5 E e Receiver Beacon r Polarization Vertical Frequency 950 013 MHz Ant Location Location Beijing
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