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SAILOR 900 VSAT System

1. e Figure 2 5 Above Deck Unit modules 2 2 16 DC Motor Driver Module for Azimuth 17 Azimuth motor and encoder not visible on photo 18 Rotary joint not visible on photo 19 Feed horn Chapter 2 Introduction 2 5 SAILOR 900 VSAT system SAILOR 900 VSAT Above Deck Unit interface All communication between the Above Deck Unit and the ACU passes through a single standard 50 Ohm cable with N connector through the rotary joint No cable work is required inside the radome Installation friendly Four lifting brackets included in the delivery and reuse of packing material help getting the Above Deck Unit safely into place Satellite link parameters are entered using a PC and the built in web server of the ACU They can be displayed at the ACU The included cable relief support can be attached to the ACU Service friendly 2 1 2 2 6 The system configuration is saved in two modules there is no loss of data at repair The large service hatch of the radome gives easy access to the ADU on site one hand operation The service switch in the ADU stops the DC Motor Driver modules turns the BUC off and switches on the light inside the radome The service tools for replacing modules are placed on a tool holder inside the radome All modules have a service and power LED status indicator Each module is encapsulated in a metal box with self contained mounting bolts If necessary belts and modules can b
2. Refresh Figure 6 8 Web interface DASHBOARD 6 10 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A System status Configuration with the web interface Current status of the SAILOR 900 VSAT Examples READY Waiting for data from the VSAT modem or no satellite profile selected ACQUISITION Locating the satellite and acquiring the signal TRACKING Tracks the current satellite operational TX BLOCKING ZONE Antenna is pointing in a no TX zone RX TX BLOCKING ZONE Antenna is pointing into a blocking zone TX is off SERVICE SWITCH Service switch in ADU activated SAFE MODE Error followed by an error description GPS position Current position of the vessel reported by the GPS module Vessel heading Ship s heading in degrees with reference to North provided by the ship s gyro Satellite profile Name of the currently active satellite profile Satellite position Entered in EDIT SATELLITE PROFILE RX polarisation Horizontal or vertical entered in EDIT SATELLITE PROFILE TX polarisation Co pol or X pol auto selected by VSAT modem RX RF frequency Ku band receiving frequency auto selected by VSAT modem a LNB Lo frequency Auto selected by VSAT modem TX RF frequency Auto selected by VSAT modem BUC Lo frequency 12 8 GHz system parameter Tracking RF frequency Enter in satellite profile Table 6 3 Web interface SAILOR 900 VSAT p
3. 100 condensing IEC 945 Exposed IPX6 Operational 80 kt Survial 110 kt Survival 25 mm 1 inch 1120 W m2 to MIL STD 810F 505 4 1m to IEC 945 None Tmp gt 10 C All electronic electromechanical modules and belts can be replaced through the service hatch Power On Self Test POST Person Activated Self Test PAST Continuous Monitoring CM with error log Automatic safe mode Table A 2 Technical specifications for the Above Deck Unit Continued Appendix A Technical specifications A 3 Nn e Ez o v D 2a Nn oe te D SAILOR 900 VSAT system components A 1 3 ACU Dimensions rack mount 1U 19 inch HxWxD 4 4 x 48 x 33 cm 1 75 x 19 x 13 inch Dimensions bulkhead mount stand alone unit HxWxD 4 3 x 25 5 x 27 8 cm 1 67 x 10 0 x 10 9 inch Weight rack mount 4 5 kg 10 lbs Weight bulkhead mount 2 7 kg 6 lbs Ambient temperature Operational 25 C to 55 C Storage 40 C to 85 C Humidity IEC 945 protected 95 non condensing IP class IP31 Compass safe distance 1m to IEC 945 Interfaces 1x N Connector for antenna RF Cable 50 Ohm w automatic cable loss compensation 2 x F Connectors 75 Ohm for Rx Tx to VSAT modem 1x Ethernet data VSAT Modem Control 1x RS 422 data VSAT Modem Control 1x RS 232 data VSAT Modem Control 1x NMEA 2000 CAN bus and NMEA 0183 RS 422 for Gyro GPS compass input 2 x Ethernet user 1x Ethernet service set up etc 1x
4. 5 6 Power up 1 Connect power to the VMU 2 Switch on the ACU The unit starts up and goes through an initialization procedure e ACU POST e ADU Initializing e ADU POST e READY This may take some time up to a couple of minutes Now the SAILOR 900 VSAT is ready to be calibrated for first time power up or receive data from the VSAT modem when in normal operation The ACU display shows the following message GPS 0K HDG OK LAN 1 4 FailPass Figure 5 3 ACU display after first power on example with LAN ports 1 and 4 used The LEDs Power and Fail Pass are steady green the LED Logon is off For further information on status indicators see Status signalling with LEDs and status messages on page 9 7 Make sure there are no hardware failures or error codes present check the display of the ACU for events For more information on error codes and events see Initial troubleshooting on page 9 14 and System messages on page C 1 Continue to get the SAILOR 900 VSAT system ready for use and enter the satellite and modem specific data for this installation e Satellite position and polarisation Cable loss and azimuth calibration e VSAT modem profiles e Satellite profiles For step by step instructions see Introduction to the built in web interface on page 6 1 For installation check lists see Installation check on page 7 1 Chapter 5 Connecting power 98 133400 A Power up Initialisation in daily use Once th
5. Apply Cancel Figure 6 10 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles example To create a new or edit an existing satellite profile do as follows 1 For a new satellite profile name your satellite profile 2 Click Apply 3 Select a VSAT modem profile 4 Click Apply 6 14 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface VSAT modem profiles New entry and edit On this page you create edit or delete VSAT modem profiles A VSAT modem profile contains all VMU settings that are necessary for a successful connection to the satellite The data you have to fill in are provided by your VSAT service provider SIGNAL 0000000 DASHBOARD VSAT MODEM PROFILES SETTINGS Profile name VSAT modem Satellite profiles X5_Non_OpenAMIP iDirect Evolution X5 Series Edit Delete VSAT modem profiles 5100_Non_OpenAMIP iDirect INFINITY 5000 Series Edit Delete Blocking zones ComTech 570L with ROSS ComTech CDM 570L and ROSS Edit Delete Network New entry SERVICE ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP Figure 6 11 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles example To create a new VSAT modem satellite profile click New entry To edit or delete a VSAT modem profile click Edit or Delete VSAT modem profile New entry You must define the VSAT modem profile you want to use All supported VSAT modem profiles are listed in the drop down list VSAT modem The VSAT modem named Servic
6. TRACKING Figure 9 6 LEDs on the ACU LEDs Figure 9 7 LEDs on the ACU 19 rack version 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 9 2 LEDs on the ACU 98 133400 A Chapter 9 Service 9 9 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages 9 10 Fail Pass LED Steady red A fault which prevents operation is present in the system ACU ADU MODEM Flashing green A Power On Self Test POST or Person Activated Test PAT 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 9 2 LEDs on the ACU Continued Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A Removal and replacement of modules 9 4 Removal and replacement of modules For replacement of a module contact your Thrane amp Thrane service partner The figure below shows the modules and their position Some modules are equipped with LEDs for status information and troubleshooting Figure 9 8 ADU modules and motor stop switch 1 GPS module VSAT Interface Module VIM DC Motor Driver Module for cross elevation DDM Cross ele
7. Always use tag lines to stabilise the ADU during hoisting Webbed sling with belt Tag lines Figure 3 14 Use of strong sling with a belt and tag lines for safe hoisting Before installing the ADU read the following guidelines 3 18 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Installation of the ADU 3 3 1 Installing the ADU Make sure that there is sufficient space underneath the ADU to open the service hatch Through this hatch you access the ADU modules for service and maintenance Sufficient free space for access through the service hatch e a a pic Nn S S Figure 3 15 Free space for access to the service hatch The ADU does not have to be aligned with the bow to stern line of the ship When configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT you make an azimuth calibration to obtain the correct azimuth of the ADU e Itisimportant to maintain vertical orientation of the ADU center line e Consider the aspect of interference read more about this in ADU mast design Foundation and height on page 3 8 Install the ADU where vibrations are limited to a minimum Always use all 4 bolts when installing the ADU To install the ADU do as follows 1 Install the mast with the mast flange and have the 4 M12 bolts ready 2 Undo all shipping buckles take off the wooden top and remove the casing 3 Unscrew the 4 bolts holding the ADU on the wooden platform 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 19 Installation of
8. Further the ACU must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected For further information see Grounding the terminal on page 2 33 If you are using the Extended cable support make the ground connections through the cable support You may need to extend the ground plane using copper foil see the following section Extending the ground plane In some cases it may not be possible to access the hull and at the same time place the ACU in a suitable place A way to insure good grounding and at the same time make it possible to ground the coax cable is to extend the ship ground plane by means of copper foil The maximum length of the foil is determined by the width of the foil Copper foil 5 cm wide Max 50 cm Copper foil 10 cm wide Max 100 cm Copper foil 20 cm wide Max 200 cm x The foil must be at least 0 1 mm thick Connect the foil to the hull by plenty of screws or hard soldering Run the foil past the place where the short ADU cable is to be grounded and mount a grounding kit on top of the foil Figure B 1 Extending the ground plane B 2 Chapter B Grounding and RF protection 98 133400 A Grounding Recommendations B 2 2 Grounding the ADU You can ground the ADU to the ship hull via one or more of its mounting bolts Make sure to remove painting dirt grease etc at the mounting holes in order to make good electrical contact to the
9. Verify that the software update has been completed successfully You find the software version number in the DASHBOARD window of the web interface SIGNAL HEREEOO DASHBOARD SAILOR 900 VSAT SETTINGS System status Acquisition ACU part name TT 7016A SERVICE GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E ADU part name TT 7009A ADMINISTRATION Vessel heading 0 ACU serial number 123456789 HELEDESE Satellite profile 15W Telstar 12 ADU serial number 123456789 SITE MAP Satellite position 15 W Software version 1 00 RX polarisation Horizontal Management IP address 192 168 0 1 TX polarisation X pol RX RF frequency 12 701815 GHz LNB LO frequency 11 25 GHz TX RF frequency 14 20405 GHz BUC LO frequency 12 8 GHz Tracking RF frequency 12 701815 GHz VSAT MODEM Signal level 0 dB Model iDirect Evolution X5 Series RX IF frequency 1367 MHz TX IF frequency 1000 MHz Refresh Figure 9 5 Verifying software update 9 6 Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A 9 3 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages Status signalling with LEDs and status messages Built In Test Equipment The ADU and the ACU have 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 HELPDE
10. Xel encoder slip A slip of the cross elevation encoder has been detected No user interaction is required unless this is a permanent situation in which case the belt and encoder of the cross elevation axis must be checked 0a075 0 Antenna WARNING Ele encoder slip A slip of the elevation encoder has been detected No user interaction is required unless this is a permanent situation in which case the belt and encoder of the elevation axis must be checked 0a076 0 Antenna WARNING Pol encoder slip A slip of the polarisation encoder has been detected No user interaction is required unless this is a permanent situation in which case the encoder of the polarisation axis must be checked Table C 1 ADU event messages Continued 98 133400 A Appendix C System messages G5 List of ADU events 0a077 0 Antenna WARNING GNSS position No position available from the GNSS device or position too old 0a078 0 Antenna WARNING GNSS velocity No velocity available from the GNSS device 0a079 0 Antenna ERROR Heading data Heading information is missing in the antenna 0a080 0 Antenna ERROR Azi DDM communication Communication error between PCM and azimuth DDM Check cable 0a081 0 Antenna ERROR Xel DDM communication Communication error between PCM and cross elevation DDM Check cable 0a082 0 Antenna ERROR Ele DDM communication Com
11. a amp Glossary ETSI FPGA GNSS GPL GPS IEC ISM KDM LAN LEN LGPL LNB Glossary 2 European Telecommunication Standard Institute Field Programmable Gate Array Global Navigation Satellite System General Public License 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 International Electrotechnical Commission The international standards and conformity assessment body for all fields of electrotechnology Inertial Sensor Module Term for an ACU module Local Area Network Load Equivalent Number Lesser General Public License 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 98 133400 A 98 133400 A NMEA 0 OMT openAMIP PAST PCM PMM POST PSM RF RFI ROSS RSSI VIM VMU Glossary National Marine Electronics Association standard A combined electrical and data specification for communication between marine electronic devices such as echo sounder sonars anemometer wind speed and direction g
12. 4 1 for a description of the ACU connectors 4 Secure the cables using cable strips Connectors of the ACU 98 133400 A The ACU has the following connectors ADU Rx Out Txin RS 422 LAN1 LAN2 Modem Ctrl AO C j 20 82 VDC 23 14 A NMEA RS 232 LAN3 LAN 4 Power On Off Service port Figure 3 19 ACU connector panel Each connector is described in detail in Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU on page 4 1 For information on wiring 24 V DC power see DC Input connector on page 4 3 For more information about power supply and power requirements see Connecting power on page 5 1 Chapter 3 Installation 3 23 Installation of the ACU bulkhead 3 4 2 ADU cable Grounding the ACU bulkhead Make sure that the grounding requirements are met This is important to protect the ACU against lightning See the appendix Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 for details about grounding The ADU is connected to the ACU with the ADU cable coax cable with an N connector at both ends For information on ADU grounding see Grounding the ADU on page 3 22 At the ACU end itis strongly recommended to ground the ADU cable Use a short cable from the ACU to a grounding point and connect the short cable to the ADU cable at this grounding point making sure the shield of the connector is properly connected Ground stud 3 4 3 To ensure that the ACU is grounded also if the cable is disconnected from the ACU connect an e
13. ADM WARNING ROSS connection The ACU has lost connection with the ROSS device 0806c 0 ADM ERROR VMU frequency setup There is a mismatch in the frequency setup Probably the VSAT 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 0806d 0 ADM ERROR ADU power The ADU supply voltage is outside the allowed limits This could happen if the PSM fails to provide the requested supply voltage or if the voltage difference across the hot swap is unacceptable high 0806e 0 ADM ERROR VMU RX 10 MHz reference The VMU 10 MHz reference signal is not present Make sure VMU Rx cable is connected and that the VMU is configured to output the RX 10 MHz reference signal C 10 Table C 2 ACU event messages Continued Appendix C System messages 98 133400 A List of ACU events 0806f 0 ADM ERROR ROSS synchronization The ACU has become out of sync with the ROSS device most likely because the ACU has been replaced or the ROSS satellite profile is new A manual forced handoff sequence must be initiated from the ROSS refer to the ROSS manual for the procedure 0b060 0 PSM WARNING NMEA 0183 parse error Parse errors detected on the NMEA 0183 interface Check NMEA 0183 cable signal levels etc 98 133400 A Appen
14. ADU motion linear Diameter x Height 130 cm 51 3 inch x H 150 cm 58 9 inch 135 kg 288 lbs 3 axis plus skew stabilised tracking ADU with integrated GPS Reflector sub reflector ring focus 41 4 dBi typ 14 25 GHz excluding radome 40 1 dBi typ 11 70 GHz excluding radome 17 9 dB K typ 11 70 GHz at gt 30 elevation and clear sky including radome 8 W gt 49 dBW including radome 2 units 4 band LNBs band selection by ACU Internal all band modulation type and VSAT modem RSSI Linear Cross or Co Pol selected by ACU 25 to 125 Unlimited Rotary Joint Roll 30 Pitch 15 Yaw 10 15 s and 15 s2 Linear accelerations 2 5 g max any direction Table A 2 Technical specifications for the Above Deck Unit Appendix A Technical specifications 98 133400 A 98 133400 A Satellite acquisition Vibration operational Vibration survival Shock Temperature ambient Humidity Rain IP class Wind resistance Ice Solar radiation Compass safe distance Maintenance scheduled Maintenance unscheduled Built in tests Power OFF SAILOR 900 VSAT system components Automatic w Gyro GPS compass input Sine IEC 945 8 7 2 DNV A MIL STD 167 1 5 1 3 3 5 Random Maritime Sine IEC 945 8 7 2 dwell MIL STD 167 1 5 1 3 3 5 dwell Random Maritime survival MIL STD 810F 516 5 Proc I Operational 25 C to 55 C Storage 40 C to 85 C
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16. O p p o p e pp o Vv Blocking zones Network O g z p j p ine fp p M SERVICE O F F z p e f gt M ADMINISTRATION C G 2 ee Pp us pe Vv HELPDESK r Ee s be be p T 3 SITE MAP O p p p f v O p f fp f G v Figure 6 13 Web interface SETTINGS Blocking zones Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface To define and set a blocking zone do as follows 1 Select SETTINGS gt Blocking zones 2 Select Active to enable the blocking zone 3 Azimuth Enter start and stop azimuth value in degrees for the blocking zone Values allowed 0 to 360 degrees Enter clockwise 360 000 Blocking zone 315 45 180 Figure 6 14 Blocking zone example 315 45 degrees 360 000 Blocking zone 45 315 S e D oO Ean D oS iS fo w 180 Figure 6 15 Blocking zone example 45 315 degrees 4 Elevation Enter the start and stop elevation angle for the blocking zone If you enter nothing there will be no blocking zone Values allowed 30 to 90 degrees You must enter 2 different elevation angles to have an active blocking zone 5 Select Rx off for zones in which the ADU does not receive i e a funnel or other obstacle is in the way 6 Click Apply to save the blocking zones 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 17 Configuration with the web interface 6 3 5 Configuring the LAN network The ACU has four 10 100 Mbit Ethernet ports la
17. On Off Service port Figure 2 6 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU connector overview e N connector for ADU cable 50 Ohm e 2x F connectors for Rx and Tx cables 75 Ohm to VSAT modem e Multi connector for NMEA interfaces for input from GPS compass or Gyro compass e RS 422 interface for modem control e RS 232 interface for modem control 4x LAN ports for VSAT modem control and user equipment i e for SAILOR FleetBroadband service communication line or WAN port for VSAT Internet e Power connector e On Off power switch The 19 rack version of the ACU has additionally a LAN connector at the front for accessing the service port from the ACU front panel Service port Figure 2 7 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 19 rack version 98 133400 A Chapter 2 Introduction 2 7 SAILOR 900 VSAT system Installation friendly The ACU comes in two models Wall or desktop installation bulkhead or in a 19 rack version Figure 2 8 Antenna Control Unit for bulkhead installation Figure 2 9 Antenna Control Unit for 19 rack installation Service friendly You can do remote diagnostics and service with the ACU Its built in test equipment checks constantly the ACU s modules for proper functioning it monitors and logs for all modules It performs POST Power On Self Test and you can request a PAST Person Activated Self Test Continuous Monitoring CM is another option BITE error codes can be read out in the web interface and in t
18. VA DESET 1D i a s e G e eH eod y ve GX fe g aj R l E aoe a R p 2 a gt a o 5 e va oaz Sza UU IOUO OUL e e e SSS e e os a e e g e S axon ead p amp sa auBu0 2 2 z 2 Ma aa nods ET SNOISIASY 1 a i Figure A 3 Outline drawing ACU 19 inch rack 98 133400 A Appendix A Technical specifications A 8 Appendix B Grounding and RF protection B 1 B 1 1 B 1 2 B 1 3 98 133400 A Why is grounding required Reasons for grounding i ac mo E oO D je 1 Grounding the SAILOR 900 VSAT system is required for at least two reasons e Safety Lightning protection of persons and equipment e Protection ESD ElectroStatic Discharge protection of equipment Safety First of all grounding of the system is required for safety reasons In the event of a lightning strike at the ADU a proper grounding of the system will provide a low resistance path to divert the strike discharge to seawater ESD Protection The ESD protection circuits in the ACU rely on proper grounding of the system in order to work properly Otherwise sensitive circuits within the ACU might be damaged due to ESD when you are handling the equipment B 1 Grounding Recommendations B 2 Grounding Recommendations B 2 1 Grounding the ACU The ACU should be grounded to the ship hull For this purpose you may use a short ADU cable and a grounding kit
19. antenna to radar 3 13 drainage of antenna 3 17 E error codes C 1 error messages C 1 events ACU C 8 ADU C 2 list of active 9 14 Evolution X5 Satellite Router connect 4 10 F factory default reset 6 23 Features 2 3 fiberglass hulls grounding B 7 flatness 3 8 G GPS receiver distance from antenna 3 15 Index 2 grounding B 1 ACU 3 24 3 27 ADU 3 22 aluminum hulls B 6 antenna B 3 cable B 9 fiberglass hulls B 7 recommendations B 2 steel hulls B 4 terminal B 2 H help desk number 9 2 changing in web interface 9 2 humidity in antenna 3 17 I INFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router cable 4 9 connect 4 9 installation 19 terminal 3 26 ACU 3 23 Interfaces 4 1 5 1 interference 3 13 RF B 11 IP address connecting to service port 6 2 9 4 for web interface 6 2 9 4 L LAN cable type 4 8 connector 4 7 LAN connector management 4 7 license software ii limit access to web interface 6 22 log off administrator 6 21 98 133400 A log on administrator 6 19 M management PC connect 4 7 mast design 3 8 flatness 3 8 foundation 3 8 height 3 8 mast flange 3 8 mast for antenna 3 8 mast length 3 11 messages C 1 microwave radiation iii Model numbers 2 10 modem signal level ACU display 6 27 modem control connector 4 7 motion centre ship 3 7 navigation in web interface 6 8 NIDNetwork IDentification 6 4 NMEA cable requirements 4 5 c
20. are kept within the maximum specified values e ADU cable RF attenuation at 1950 MHz max 20 dB including connector e ADU cable modem attenuation at 10 MHz Max 2 dB ADU cable modem attenuation at 36 and 54 MHz Max 4 dB e ADU cable loop DC resistance max 0 9 Ohm Also ensure that the specified minimum bending radius is respected If this is not the case the loss in the cable will increase Check the documentation from the cable supplier Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A 3 4 Installation of the ACU bulkhead Installation of the ACU bulkhead The following sections describe the installation of the bulkhead ACU Installation of the SAILOR 900 VSAT 19 Rack ACU is described in Installing the 19 rack version of the ACU on page 3 26 3 4 1 Installing the ACU bulkhead The cable relief for the ACU is already mounted when receiving the ACU The cable relief is a simple system to secure cables with cable strips It offers a number of holders to which you can secure the cables from the ACU 1 Place the ACU on a desktop E If required fasten the ACU to the desktop with 6 screws Insert the mounting bolts E M5 through the mounting holes and into the mounting surface 2 Make sure the grounding requirements are met See Grounding the ACU bulkhead on page 3 24 and the appendix Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 for details about grounding 3 Connect all cables See Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU on page
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23. for elevation and carrier Now the system is ready for the azimuth calibration 6 4 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT 6 2 2 Calibration of azimuth and cable M First you must set up a service profile see 6 2 1 The ship must not move during the calibration procedure The satellite must be visible from the location of the installation The calibration has 2 steps Azimuth calibration and cable calibration SIGNAL D000000 PEE TI CALIBRATION SETTINGS Azimuth calibration SERVICE s r das Azimuth calibration value 90 29 Upload 5 Service profile cae ie Calibration Satellite position XIM Gate RX frequency 10 903 GHz ADMINISTRATION Symbol rate 25 MS s HELPDESK NID 70 SITE MAP Nac calibration Start Cancel Refresh Figure 6 5 Web interface SERVICE Calibration Azimuth and cable Wait 5 minutes after having finished the Power On self test before you start a calibration S e D oO i 5 D oS iS fo w 1 Click SERVICE gt Calibration 2 Select the service profile in the drop down list for example Service All profiles with the VSAT modem Service are displayed in the list 3 Click Start in the section Azimuth calibration and wait 5 minutes for the calibration to finish A message is displayed when the calibration has been completed successfully 4 Click Start below Cable calibration and wait 10 minutes for the calibration to finish A message is
24. motion and offset from the ship s motion centre ADU mast design Foundation and height e Interference e a a hej Nn S S Other precautions General site considerations For optimum system performance some guidelines on where to install or mount the different components of the SAILOR 900 VSAT System must be followed It is recommended to mount the ADU in a location with as much 360 free line of sight to the satellite as possible while making sure that the support structure fulfills the requirements for the mast foundation The ADU must be mounted on stiffened structures with a minimum of exposure to vibrations Obstructions ADU shadowing Place the ADU so that it has as much free line of sight without any structures in the beam through one full 360 degrees turn of the vessel Do not place the ADU close to Chapter 3 Installation 3 3 Site preparation large objects that may block the signal To avoid obstruction elevate the ADU by mounting it on a mast or on a mounting pedestal on a deck or deck house top Look angle 25 to 125 Obstruction Figure 3 1 Signal degradation because of obstructing objects The ADU is stabilized in 3 axis plus skew and can be used in environments with elevations of 25 to 125 to allow for continuous pointing even in heavy sea conditions The ADU beam is approximately 1 m in diameter for the first 30 m from the ADU Beyond 30 m the beam gradually
25. of the vessel or other general purpose Table 6 5 LAN port preferred use 6 18 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface 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 the DHCP server also provides the address of a default gateway set the default gateway in the web interface to 0 0 0 0 If you select Static IP address you must specify a unique IP address and a sub net mask Default Gateway 6 3 6 6 3 7 Accessing the administration settings Logging on 98 133400 A If the ACU needs to communicate with network units outside the specified sub nets you must specify a default gateway typically a router To remove the default gateway set it to 0 0 0 0 Upload For uploading new software to the SAILOR 900 VSAT see Software update on page 9 4 Administration In this section of the web interface you can configure the following administrative settings e Setting up user permissions e Resetting to factory default S e D oO ne D oS iS fo w The Administration settings require 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 Chapter 6 Configuration 6 19 Configuration with the web interface The default use
26. or tampering of the system Study this screen thoroughly and decide which areas of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system you want to give non administrator users access to To set up the user permissions do as follows 1 From the left navigation pane select ADMINISTRATION gt User permissions ALLOW USERS TO DASHBOARD Upload software C Yes No SETTINGS SERVICE Change satellite profiles Yes No ADMINISTRATION Change VSAT modem profiles C Yes No User permissions p Change blocking zones C yes No Factory default Change network C Yes No HELPDESK SITE MAP Perform calibration C Yes No Modify XIM data C Yes No Perform self test C Yes E No cence Figure 6 20 Web interface ADMINISTRATION User permissions 2 For each item under ALLOW USERS TO select e Yes to allow access or e No to block access to the settings Then the pages are read only changes cannot be made by non administrator users Change network Change IP configuration of the LAN connectors For further information see Configuring the LAN network on page 6 18 Modify XIM data Only used during service and maintenance 3 Click Apply The settings to which access is denied are now greyed out for the non administrator user 6 22 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface Resetting to factory default When resetting SAILOR 900 VSAT to factory default the following settings are deleted All satellite profiles A
27. production data in the PSM It should be replaced 08060 0 ADM WARNING ADU modem ACU ADU communication error detected framing and parity If the situation is persistent check if cable specifications comply length and attenuation 08061 0 ADM WARNING VMU linux shell password The specified password root for the VSAT modem is not accepted by the modem 08062 0 ADM WARNING VMU debug shell password The specified password user for the VSAT modem is not accepted by the modem 08063 0 ADM ERROR ADU alive The ACU has lost connection with the antenna 08064 0 ADM ERROR ADM PLL lock The intermediate frequency PLL is not in lock Check the 10 MHz reference signal 08065 0 ADM WARNING GNSS data Missing GPS data fix 08066 0 ADM WARNING Heading data Missing heading information Check cable and heading provider device Table C 2 ACU event messages Continued 98 133400 A Appendix C System messages G9 Nn v 5 nn n v wo g Nn a A List of ACU events 08067 0 08068 0 ADM ADM ERROR ERROR PCB temperature PSM power ADM temperature too high The ACU is not equipped with a fan so make sure environmental specifications comply The PSM fails to provide the requested supply voltage 08069 0 ADM WARNING Blocking Zone The antenna has entered a blocking zone 0806a 0 ADM WARNING VMU connection The ACU has lost connection with the VSAT modem 0806b 0
28. short moment until BRIGHTNESS XXX is displayed XXX is the current brightness value 2 Hold OK pressed press for lighter or W for darker display 3 Release OK to leave the brightness menu 6 4 5 Resetting the system To reset the system do the following 1 Press and hold and W until the ACU display shuts down and the ACU reboots MAIN ON TRACKING Fail Pass SAT 151 2 Figure 6 24 Reset the system 2 Wait until the system has rebooted and is operational again The last active satellite profile will be selected 6 30 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Installation check Now that you have installed the system you can test the system to verify it is ready for customer delivery Follow the check lists below to test the system for proper operation Installation check list Antenna e Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring Installation check list Functional test in harbor 11 Installation check list Antenna 1 Check that the antenna is free of obstructions See Obstructions ADU shadowing on page 3 3 Make sure there is sufficient space for access through the service hatch Make sure to maintain the vertical orientation of the ADU center line Check that the ADU is installed where vibrations are limited to a minimum Check that you programmed the blocking zones correctly See Installing the ADU on page 3 19 See Blocking zones azimuth and elevatio
29. the ADU 4 Attach a webbed four part sling with a belt to all 4 lifting brackets Figure 3 16 ADU installation webbed sling attached to the 4 lifting brackets 5 Attach 2 tag lines of suitable length to 2 lifting brackets and man them 6 With a crane lift the ADU off the wooden platform and move it on top of the ADU mast 7 Install the ADU on the mast flange with 4 M12 bolts and washers Read carefully and follow instructions given in Grounding the ADU on page B 3 Tightening torque value 30 Nm Figure 3 17 Mounting the ADU on the mast flange 3 20 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Installation of the ADU 8 Put the coaxial ADU cable through the protection plate as shown in the following 98 133400 A figure and connect the N connector of the ADU cable to the ADU see picture series below Figure 3 18 Connecting the ADU cable Ensure that the connector assembly is properly protected against seawater and corrosion As a minimum wrap it with self amalgamating rubber 9 Put the protection plate in place and fasten the 4 bolts picture 5 10 Fasten the nut picture 6 Where the cables are exposed to mechanical wear on deck through bulkheads etc protect the cables with steel pipes Otherwise follow standard procedures for cabling in ship installations Maximum allowed RF loss in the ADU cable lt 20 dB at 1950 MHz This is to ensure optimum performance of the system Chapter 3 Installati
30. widens so that itis approximately 5 m in diameter at 100 m distance This beam expansion continues with increasing distance Any obstructions such as masts funnels bridge house etc within this field can cause signal degradation MZ Please note that due to the short wavelength at Ku band and the narrow beam width of the ADU even a 6 mm steel wire placed within 50 m inside the beam can causes signal degradation 3 4 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Site preparation 3 2 3 Blocking zones azimuth and elevation Your installation may require that you setup blocking zones for the ADU i e areas where the ADU will not transmit and areas where transmit power is potentially dangerous for persons frequently being in these zones You can set up 8 blocking zones Each blocking zone is set up with azimuth start and stop and elevation angle Azimuth 1 Azimuth 2 e Ss a hej Nn S S 90 Azimuth 3 Azimuth 4 180 Figure 3 2 2 blocking zones with no transmit zones azimuth example Figure 3 3 Blocking zone with no transmit zones elevation angle example The blocking zones are set up in the SAILOR 900 VSAT built in web interface For further information see Setup of Blocking zones RX and TX on page 6 16 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 5 Site preparation 3 2 4 Safe access to the ADU Radiation hazard The SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU radiates up to 49 dBW EIRP This translates to a minimum
31. 21 log on 6 19 password reset 6 21 ADU connector 4 4 description 2 3 ADU cable alternatives 3 22 ADU events C 2 aluminum hulls grounding B 6 antenna drainage 3 17 grounding recommendations B 3 installation location 3 3 isolation from mounting base B 10 mast design 3 8 obstructions 3 3 radiation 3 6 blocking zones 3 5 braces mast 2 pieces 3 12 mast 3 pieces 3 11 browser settings for web interface 6 8 browsers supported 6 1 98 133400 A C cable Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem 4 10 iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router 4 9 power 5 2 RS 232 to Console 4 9 cable loss ADU cable 3 21 cable support ACU bulkhead 3 24 cable type LAN 4 8 cables ground B 9 compass safe distance A 4 Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem 4 10 cable 4 10 condensation in antenna 3 17 configuration step by step 6 2 Configuration program 6 1 connect Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem 4 10 Evolution X5 Satellite Router 4 10 iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router 4 9 web interface 6 2 connect power 5 5 connector ADU 4 4 DC 4 3 DC Input 4 3 LAN 4 7 management PC 4 7 modem control 4 7 NMEA 0183 2000 4 5 RS 232 4 6 RS 422 4 6 TNC 4 4 VMU Rx Tx 4 4 contact information 9 2 current start up peak 5 1 Index 1 Index D DC connector 4 3 DC Input connector 4 3 default reset to factory settings 6 23 diagnostic report 9 2 distance antenna to GPS receiver 3 15
32. 4 NMEA 0183 2000 connector outline and pin assignment NMEA 2000 power 9 16 VDC NMEA 2000 LEN Load Equivalency Number 2 100mA Recommended NMEA 0183 cable Two wire constructed with one enclosed shield Network signal pair e Size No 24 AWG 0 24 sq mm or heavier e Characteristic impedance 95 140 Ohm 98 133400 A Chapter 4 Interfaces 4 5 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU e Propagation delay 5 nanoseconds per meter maximum e 15 Twists minimum per meter 4 1 9 RS 232 and RS 422 connectors These connectors are used to access and configure the connected VSAT modem and for ACU control See the VSAT modem requirements for use of the RS 232 or RS 422 connector 1 2 RXD 1 5 3 TXD 4 DTR 5 Ground 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 Receive Signal Strength Indicator Table 4 5 RS 232 connector male outline and pin assignment 4 6 Chapter 4 Interfaces 98 133400 A Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 1 Ground 2 Line A RXD 3 Line B TXD 4 Ground 5 Ground 6 z 7 Line A RXD 8 Line B TXD 8 gt 2 Table 4 6 RS 422 connector male outline and pin assignment 4 1 10 LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 and LAN4 connectors Four Ethernet connectors type RJ45 for PC laptops routers wireless access points The maximum cable length per connection is 100 m Depending on the VMU connected a LAN connector may be used for modem c
33. 8 9 3 2 LEDSINtHE ACU cinneie a S 9 9 9 4 Removal and replacement of modules ccecsssseeseesteeeeeeees 9 11 9 5 Initial troubleshooting ccccscsscesecssecseeeseeesesseeeeeeseeseecsees 9 14 9 5 1 Viewing the Event list sensessessssesseseessseesessesresrsseseesessesessessessesense 9 14 Technical specifications A 1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system components 0ooeeeoeoeeeeeseeeessesessseseee A 1 AA General specifications s essessessesesseseesessesresesresesseseesesseseesessessesesse A 1 A12 ADU sccnsscucscnsssnieasussuravanstnecuevbnianabeus vanexseuerweusussundatnasabtaatetaesienbaeeiwiis A 2 A AU E E A A EER A 4 ALA Supported VSAT modems ssssssssssssssssseessessessseseesseeseessessersseseessssse A 5 A 2 Outline drawings 00 0 0 cece eeessesscceecesecseeceeeeseeseesseeeeceseceeecereesees A 6 A21 ADU ssiecessusscasinsnuceansseranauetheccvausgndacasnsiadanatecaaneibaknadsnseubioathindsdersxsateias A 6 A 22 ACU bulkhead sistini nerean aneta A 7 A23 ACU Inch Tack sirsa R A 8 Grounding and RF protection B 1 Why is grounding required 0 0 0 0 cceccessseeeescesceeceeeceeeeseeeeeees B 1 B11 Reasons for QPOURGING sstcsscuwtsscicinlcasonnedsnasieriabtensiancamesiocsssanteatsssnass B 1 BAZ Sally ree e E EES B 1 B S ESD Protection sericese iiini e ai ARAE E Ea B 1 B 2 Grounding Recommendations ccccccsssseesceseeseeecceecseeeeeeees B 2 B 21 Grounding the ACU sssnisiosisissitaii
34. 8 0 1 For more detailed instructions and proxy server settings see Overview and navigation on page 6 6 Connect a PC to LAN interface 3 Service port standard Ethernet of the ACU For the rack version connect the LAN cable to the front LAN connector of the ACU Figure 9 3 LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT Open your Internet browser and enter the IP address of the ACU The IP address is http 192 168 0 1 default Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A Software update 5 The web interface opens directly with the DASHBOARD page 6 Click SERVICE from the left navigation pane The Upload page is displayed ae ooo AN DASHBOARD UPLOAD SOFTWARE TO TERMINAL SETTINGS a Bose Upload SERVICE Upload Disclaimer for Downloading and Uploading software Please be informed that downloading and installing software from the Thrane amp Calibration 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 XIM data software to your SAILOR 900 VSAT ADMINISTRATION If you have problems or questions with respect to downloading software or uploading your terminal please be informed that you will have to contact the HELPDESK Thrane amp Thrane distributor from where the terminal was purchased or contact your local Thrane amp Thrane distributor SITE MAP Please be advised that you will not be ab
35. CU connectors and wiring 7 4 Check connection of the VSAT modem COMTECH only Check that the ACU RS 232 port is connected to the Remote Control port of the VMU using the included serial cable iDirect iNFINITI 5000 Series Evolution X5 only Check that the ACU RS 232 port is connected to the Console port of the VMU using the included serial cable iDirect iNFINITY 5000 Series only Check that the ACU LAN port 1is connected to the LAN B of the VMU using the included CAT5 Ethernet cable iDirect Evolution X5 only Check that the ACU LAN port Lis connected to the LAN of the VMU using the included CAT5 Ethernet cable Visual inspection of the connector panel of the ACU and the VSAT modem Check that the ADU s NMEA 0183 connector is connected to the NMEA 0183 bus of the vessel using the included multi connector Visual inspection of the connector panel of the ACU connector 10 Measure that the power has the correct polarity in the power connector before connecting it to the ACU power input Use a volt meter See Table 4 1 DC Input plug outline and pin assignment on page 4 3 Table 7 2 Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring Continued Chapter 7 Installation check 98 133400 A Installation check list Functional test in harbor 71 3 Installation check list Functional test in harbor 98 133400 A Check that the antenna is locked to the satellite
36. DC power input 1x Grounding bolt Input power See System power supply range and Total system power consumption on page A 1 Table A 3 Technical specifications for the ACU A 4 Appendix A Technical specifications 98 133400 A SAILOR 900 VSAT system components Modem interface control iDirect openAMIP protocol amp custom protocol Man Machine Interface MMI OLED red display 5 push buttons 3 discrete indicator LEDs and ON OFF switch a i fo oO e 0 w a n Y i lt D ke No transmit zones Programmable Table A 3 Technical specifications for the ACU Continued A 1 4 Supported VSAT modems Modems supported For a list of supported VSAT modems see the SAILOR 900 VSAT data sheet Table A 4 Supported VSAT modems 98 133400 A Appendix A Technical specifications A 5 Outline drawings A 2 A 2 1 Outline drawings ADU R E A g ai i g ah l J 3 REE Ae a ET 4128 a deel 3 zg e ae fl 23 n T i GE J i o i f PRAVI L i H sls P APPLICATION Weight 130 kg A 4 pcs M12x40 TEZEL TELL SIEL N Connector 1303 6 8 967 Figure A 1 Outline drawing ADU A 6 Appendix A Technical specifications 98 133400 A Outline drawings A 2 2 ACU b
37. GPL notification The software included in this product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the GPL LGPL The verbatim licenses can be found online at http www gnu org licenses old licenses gpl 2 0 html http www gnu org licenses old licenses Igpl 2 1 html You may obtain the complete corresponding source code from us for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product which will be no earlier than 2021 by sending a money order or check for DKK 50 to SW Technology GPL Compliance Thrane amp Thrane A S Lundtoftegaardsvej 93D 2800 Lyngby DENMARK Please write source for product SAILOR 900 VSAT in the memo line of your payment You may also find a copy of the source at http www thrane com foss This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ii 98 133400 A Safety summary The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation service and repair of this equipment Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design manufacture and intended use of the equipment Thrane amp Thrane A S assumes no liability for the customer s failure to comply with these requirements Microwave radiation hazards During transmission the Above Deck Unit antenna in this system radiates Microwave Power This radiation may be hazardous to humans close to the Above Deck Co Unit During
38. ION Horizontal or vertical current satellite TX POLARIZATION X polarisation or Co polarisation auto selected by VSAT modem RX FREQUENCY Ku band receiving frequency of the active satellite auto selected by VSAT modem LNB LO Auto selected by VSAT modem TX FREQUENCY Transmission frequency auto selected by VSAT modem BUC LO 12 8 GHz system parameter 98 133400 A Table 6 11 SATELLITE menu of the ACU Chapter 6 Configuration Ez ez 4 W Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU lt EVENT gt In this menu all active events are listed Use W and A to go through the active events Events can be of the type WARNING or ERROR For a list of events see Event messages overview on page C 1 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 name Press OK to update the EVENTS list the will be removed A gt means the event text is longer than the display Press to gt to see the remaining text Table 6 12 EVENTS menu of the ACU 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 6 4 4 Adjusting brightness of the display To adjust the brightness do the following 1 Press and hold OK for a
39. SAILOR SAILOR 900 VSAT System SAILOR Thrane amp Thrane Thrane amp Thrane SAILOR 900 VSAT Installation and user manual Document number 98 133400 A Release date 26 September 2011 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 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 are periodically revised and updated Anyone relying on this information should acquire the most current version e g from http www thrane com or from the distributor Thrane amp Thrane 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 Copyright 2011 Thrane amp Thrane A S All rights reserved Trademark acknowledgements e Thrane amp Thrane is a registered trademark of Thrane amp Thrane A S in the European Union and the United States e SAILOR is a registered trademark of Thrane amp Thrane A S in the European Union and the United States Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries e Other product and company names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners
40. SK gt Self test Details on error messages after a POST or a self test can be found in the event list of the ACU see Viewing the Event list on page 9 14 Means of signalling 98 133400 A The SAILOR 900 VSAT system provides various methods for signalling the status of the system LEDs on the front panel of the ACU are used to signal e Power on off e Logon e Fail Pass e 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 case of an error situation one of the following system status messages may be shown e ACU POST error e ADU POST error e SAFE MODE plus information about the specific error see System messages on page C l Chapter 9 Service 9 7 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages 9 3 1 LEDs of the ADU modules Each ADU module has a Power and a Service LED Power Steady green Power supply OK Off No power Service Steady green Module ok application running Flashing green Waiting for upload Flashing red green Uploading application Steady red Module error or loading error Table 9 1 LEDs of the ADU modules For a list of modules see Removal and replacement of modules on page 9 11 9 8 Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A Status signalling with LEDs and status messages 9 3 2 LEDs in the ACU The ACU has 3 LEDs Power Logon and Fail Pass LED MAIN
41. The logon LED in the ACU display must be steady green and the display shows TRACKING In the web interface check DASHBOARD System status Tracking Check that the VMU is in lock and ready for Tx In the web interface check DASHBOARD gt VSAT MODEM gt Signal level and RX frequency show values Connect a user PC LAN not the service PC to the Internet LAN connector either on the LAN port 2 of the ACU only X5 VSAT modem or to the User LAN connector on the VMU Check the VSAT modem documentation for details Open a DOS window and type ping 4 2 2 2 Check that you get a response Open a web browser and browse to www google com Check that the web page is downloaded If step 4 is successful and step 5 is not then it seems like the DNS is not configured correctly Check with the VSAT modem documentation how the DNS server must be set up Obtain DNS server address automatically or enter specific DNS server addresses Table 7 3 Installation check list Functional test in harbor Chapter 7 Installation check 15 x D t W S S os he Nn c S Installation check list Functional test in harbor 7 6 Chapter 7 Installation check 98 133400 A Chapter 8 Daily use Quick guide QUICK GUIDE SAILOR 900 VSAT Thrane amp Thrane SIGNAL HEEREOO DASHBOARD DASHBOARD SETTINGS SETTINGS 2 Satellite profiles SERVICE VSAT mo
42. VSAT Examples READY Waiting for data from the VSAT modem or no satellite profile selected ACQUISITION Locating the satellite and acquiring the signal TRACKING Tracks the current satellite operational TX BLOCKING ZONE Antenna is pointing in a no TX zone RX TX BLOCKING ZONE Antenna is pointing into a blocking zone TX is off SERVICE SWITCH Service switch in ADU activated SAFE MODE Error followed by an error description MAIN Current menu For all menus see Antenna Control Unit menu tree on page 6 26 TX 0N The ADU is ready to transmit GPS 0K A GPS signal is received from the GPS module HDG 0K Ship heading data received from the ship s gyro LAN 1 LAN connectors used Example LAN1 is used LAN 2 3 and 4 are not used Table 6 6 Items in the ACU display Example 6 24 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU SAT 151 2 W Satellite position of currently active satellite profile Example 151 2 West RX H RX polarisation of currently active satellite profile Example Horizontal 11 362 10 75 Rx RF frequency and LNB LO Frequency TX X TX polarisation of currently active satellite profile Example Cross polarisation Table 6 6 Items in the ACU display Example After 1 hour the display is dimmed to lowest intensity Press any key to light up the display 6 4 2 Navigating the menus Use the keypad to navigate th
43. and discharge circuits before touching them Failure to comply with the rules above will void the warranty iv 98 133400 A Record of Revisions Rev Description Release Date Initials Original document 26 September 2011 UFO 98 133400 A vi 98 133400 A Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 98 133400 A Table of Contents About this manual 1 1 Intended readers assassin cc tacessscdvesascesconerad eiasoceeedeuaeuaeeaseceeeeaeesenes 1 1 1 2 Manual overview s nneeoeeeoeeseeseseeereseestesrenseserenenseseneneessssnensesenee 1 1 1 3 Related documents gece cscseseceran tees Soreracres essen aseeessake 1 2 1 4 Typography saa acs ase ccc cents cosas acess insted easter eeeeteneh 1 2 1 5 Precautions ss ssicsasnsiccncssecsnvsnsshecnabenssuiathinaedcanehuasnathsneversssvarattabiudiesies 1 2 Introduction 2 1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system 000 0 ee ceeeeeeceeeeceeeeeeceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeaeeneeeees 2 1 2 1 1 Above Deck Unit ADU ssesesessnsnssssnessssenessssesessenessssresssseressssesesseees 2 3 2 1 2 Antenna Control Unit ACU sesessessneseesenesseseesssreesesseesseseresseseeesseees 2 6 2 1 3 VSAT Modem Unit VMU sssssssssssesssesssesesesesesesesesesesesesesesrsesrsesrsesess 2 9 2 1 4 Satellite type approvals xe cversschcernissacesossvaetancaraceecadnneetinensceaveentaecenion 2 9 2 15 Power supply csisssadcsccacscsanssdanda cscauncpsuassinadcanconandbaraandiensnsvandaahsnadiesa
44. anity Too many invalid values measured by the ISM during initialisation Check for vibrations or malfunctioning ISM 0a033 0 Antenna ERROR Azi axis calibration Zero reference point hall sensor not found on azimuth axis Check azimuth belt and hall sensor including magnet 0a034 0 Antenna ERROR Xel axis calibration End stops of the cross elevation axis not found at expected locations Check belt and end stops 0a035 0 Antenna ERROR Ele axis calibration End stops of the elevation axis not found at expected locations Check belt and end stops 0a036 0 Antenna ERROR Pol axis calibration Zero reference point hall sensor not found on polarisation axis Check movement of the polarisation unit and the hall sensor including magnet 0a037 0 Antenna ERROR Antenna calibration One or more errors occurred during antenna start up 0a040 0 Antenna ERROR Demodulator load The second receiver demodulator cannot be initialised and loaded correctly 0a041 0 Antenna ERROR VIM PLL lock The PLL on the VIM does not lock 0a042 0 Antenna ERROR ISM calibration data The ISM calibration data is invalid The ISM should be replaced 0a052 0 Antenna WARNING ACU communication The communication link between ACU and antenna is down 0a053 0 Antenna WARNING ISM data valid Sensor measurements from the ISM are invalid This indicates a malfunctioning ISM 0a054 0 Antenna WARNING ISM data range Sensor measurements from the ISM are out of range Ta
45. arameters on DASHBOARD Chapter 6 Configuration 6 11 c le gt nm te c e Ww Configuration with the web interface ACU part name ADU part name ACU serial number ADU serial number Software version Part names serial numbers for ACU and ADU software version of the SAILOR 900 VSAT read out from the units connected Management IP address IP address of the web interface for configuration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT Use LAN3 service port Table 6 3 Web interface SAILOR 900 VSAT parameters on DASHBOARD Continued a Can be altered when using a generic modem profile Signal level RX IF frequency Current input signal level from VSAT modem iDirect openAMIP modem PWR 0 500 delivered by the connected modem For values lt 250 the antenna searches after a new signal Other modem Signal level in dB Read out from VMU TX IF frequency Read out from VMU Model VSAT modem name entered in SETTINGS gt VSAT modem profiles Table 6 4 Web interface VSAT MODEM parameters on DASHBOARD 6 12 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface 6 3 3 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Satellite profiles On this page you add and manage all satellite profiles You must activate one satellite profile You can add edit and delete other profiles M You must add VSAT modem profiles before you can add satell
46. ation of the SAILOR 900 VSAT 6 2 Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT You must align the ADU with the vessel s gyro compass To do this you make an azimuth calibration i e you determine the offset of the ADU zero direction to the bow to stern line of the ship This procedure is fully automatic Before you can do the calibration you must define a Service profile After that you create the satellite and VSAT modem profiles you want to use during normal operation You must also set up blocking zones for the specific installation For a detailed introduction to the web interface see Overview and navigation on page 6 6 6 2 1 Set up a service profile for calibration To set up a service profile for calibration do as follows 1 Add a VSAT modem profile for calibration This is not a physical modem but a virtual modem used for azimuth calibration of the antenna Click SETTINGS gt VSAT modem profiles gt New entry 2 Enter a name for the service profile for example Service 3 In the drop down list VSAT modem select Service 4 Click Apply The service profile is added to the list of VSAT modem profiles Thrane amp Thrane SIGNAL HERERO DASHBOARD ADD VSAT MODEM PROFILE S e D oO ea D oS iS fo w SETTINGS Profile name VSAT modem VSAT modem profileg This modem profile is used on Blocking zones Network VSAT modem root password SERVICE VSAT modem user password CLES Lo OpenAMIP IP addr
47. belled LAN port 1 2 3 and 4 The ports are divided in 3 groups each operating in its own network Thrane amp Thrane SIGNAL HEOO000 NETWORK DASHBOARD LAN port 1 VSAT Modem Unit LAN port 2 LAN SETTINGS Mode static IP C DHCP client Switched network with LAN port 1 Satellite profiles Blocking zones IP address os pe jes 114 Network Netmask Ess jess jess 240 SERVICE 2 LAN port 3 Service LAN port 4 LAN ADMINISTRATION Mode Static IP Mode Static IP C DHCP client HELPDESK SITE MAP IP address 192 jiss Jo ft IP address 20 F 421 250 Netmask pss pss 4255 JO Netmask ss 255 255 Jo Default gateway Default gateway fro fF 421 fi Apply Cancel Figure 6 16 Web interface SETTINGS Network LAN connectors Make sure that the 3 networks do not use IP address ranges that overlap 1 2 LAN port 1 and 2 are switched i e they share the same IP address and operate on the same network This network is usually connected to the VSAT Modem Unit Important 3 LAN port 3 is dedicated as the service port By default this port has the IP address 192 168 0 1 the current value can be displayed in the ACU display and on the DASHBOARD Management IP address In a 19 rack mount it is recommended to connect LAN port 3 to the front port via rear connector see the figure ACU rack version connector panel overview on page 4 2 for access to the service port from the rack front 4 LAN port 4 can be used for connection to the LAN
48. ble C 1 ADU event messages Continued 98 133400 A Appendix C System messages G3 Nn w 5 a n v o g Nn a A List of ADU events 0a055 0 Antenna WARNING GNSS communication Lost connection to the GNSS device 0a056 0 Antenna WARNING GNSS data range Received information from the GNSS device which is out of range 0a057 0 Antenna WARNING GNSS device warning Local GNSS device warning 0a058 0 Antenna WARNING GNSS device error Local GNSS device error 0a059 0 Antenna ERROR Azi DDM shutdown The azimuth motor control has detected one of the following situations Extreme temperature voltage current or velocity The motor was then shut down This is usually a temporary situation and is probably fixed by a restart of the system 0a060 0 Antenna ERROR Xel DDM shutdown As Azi DDM shutdown but detected by the cross elevation motor control 0a061 0 Antenna ERROR Ele DDM shutdown As Azi DDM shutdown but detected by the elevation motor control 0a062 0 Antenna ERROR PMM shutdown As Azi DDM shutdown but detected by the polarisation motor control 0a063 0 Antenna WARNING AMB timing This indicates a busy situation It may occur during installation procedures No user interaction is required 0a064 0 Antenna WARNING VIM cable attn The output power cannot be controlled correctly C
49. ble mentioned in the previous paragraphs The ground cable is constructed using an appropriate cable with a cross section area of at least 6 mm AWG10 and terminated with insulated ring crimp terminals see illustration below The crimp terminals must be a marine approved type e g the DuraSeal series from Raychem Antenna M12 Insulated Ring Terminal Raychem DuraSeal Series Terminal Appropriate size Insulated Ring Terminal Raychem DuraSeal Series Figure B 6 Separate ground cable Ground cable connection Mount the ground cable close to and parallel to the shielded coax cable thus minimizing ground loop problems If possible route the coax cable and the ground cable in metal conduits bonded to the hull or within a mast depending on the actual installation Chapter B Grounding and RF protection B 9 ue ac oO ez e o Separate ground cable B 6 3 B 10 The ground cable must be connected at one of the mounting grounding bolts on the ADU Use bolts and washers of stainless steel and seal the joint with protective coating to avoid corrosion If the ADU is to be isolated from the mounting base shoulder bushings and washers must be used see figure B 7 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base on page B 10 At the other end connect the ground cable as described in Grounding the ACU on page B 2 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base In ca
50. bonded to the hull though the mast Antenna grounded with mounting bolts Mast electrically bonded to the steel hull 000000 oo Oo o0 Alternative grounding for steel hulls Alternative Mast electrically bonded to the steel hull Base Plate Antenna isolated from the the hull Antenna grounded with separate cable Figure B 3 Grounding at a dedicated RF ground alternative Chapter B Grounding and RF protection B 5 ue ac 5 D e o Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls B 4 B 4 1 B 4 2 B 6 Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls The following guidelines assume a two wire isolated grounding arrangement that is no part of the circuit in particular the battery negative is connected to any ground potential or equipment Grounding the ACU The ACU must be grounded with the short cable Further the ACU must be grounded at its grounding stud to ensure a proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected The ground connection must be established at a dedicated RF ground either capacitively or electrically coupled Remember to make the ADU ground connection at the same electrical ground potential as the ACU see Grounding the ADU The ACU provides galvanic isolation as required from its input power terminals to the chassis grounding stud This way the isolated grounding arrangement is maintained Groundin
51. cable selection Connecting power e Power up Power source There are different options for the power supply e The 24 VDC ship supply provides power for the ACU e An AC line provides power through an AC DC power supply The TT 6080A Power Supply is recommended K Be aware of high start up peak current 35 A at 24 VDC 5 ms In order to protect against short circuit in the power cable connector the ship s DC outlet must be protected by a 30 A fuse or circuit breaker D 2 i g D i i 5 Power cable selection 5 2 5 2 1 5 2 2 5 2 Power cable selection Source impedance The maximum length of the power cable depends on the type of cable used and the source impedance of the DC power installation in the ship The maximum allowed source impedance depends on the usage of the power range of the terminal DC input Start up voltage 22 VDC guaranteed operating range 20 32 VDC 23 A 14 A Select a power outlet from the DC system and measure the source impedance of the ship installation as described in the next section KZ If the total impedance is higher than the limits stated in section 5 2 3 the terminal may become unstable and start to on off oscillate The total impedance is made up of the source impedance of the ship power supply plus the impedance of connected cables including connectors and joints where cables are extended For further recommendations on
52. connection can be established either at the hull recommended or at a dedicated RF ground if available alternative However bear in mind that the ADU ground connection is to be made at the same electrical ground potential as the ACU see Grounding the ADU The ACU provides galvanic isolation as required from its input power terminals to the chassis grounding stud This way the isolated grounding arrangement is maintained B 3 2 Grounding the ADU Terminal grounded at the hull recommended In this case the ADU is grounded to the ship via one or more of its mounting bolts Make sure to remove painting dirt grease etc at the mounting holes in order to make good electrical contact to the hull Use serrated washers when securing the mounting bolts and seal the joint with protective coating to avoid corrosion Terminal grounded at a dedicated RF ground alternative In this case the ADU is grounded with a separate ground cable The ground cable must be routed parallel and close to the shielded coax cable connecting the ADU to the ACU grounding kit A tinned heavy gauge wire min 6 mm2 can be used for this purpose MZ The ADU must be electrically isolated at its mounting bolts by means of shoulder bushings and washers ensuring the isolated RF ground see Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base on page B 10 B 4 Chapter B Grounding and RF protection 98 133400 A 98 133400 A Recommended Base Plate electrically
53. d s nsensesessessessesesseseesesseseeseseesrsseseesesseseesess 6 24 6 4 2 Navigating the menus ssesessessesessessesesseseesesseseesessesresessesresessesees 6 25 6 43 The MENU TOE secnssvvccesncsnnicossscedesonesvanasundzndaznssadanadandtansdusseduaataundsees 6 26 6 4 4 Adjusting brightness of the display csccsessesseesceeeeeseeeeeceeees 6 30 6 4 5 Resetting TE system niinen ae 6 30 Chapter 7 Installation check 7 1 Installation check list Antenna cecesecsseceeceeeseeeceeeceeeeeeeees 7 1 7 2 Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring 00 7 3 7 3 Installation check list Functional test in harbor eeeeeeees 7 5 98 133400 A ix Table of Contents Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Appendix A Appendix B Daily use Quick guide Service 9 1 Getting support Helpdesk ce cceecccsecseceeecseeesesseeeeeseeseeeeees 9 2 9 1 1 Help desk and diagnostic report e sessessssessesessesseseeseseesesseseesessesees 9 2 9 2 Software update 00 0 ec ccccsccscsceeeceeceseceeesseeseeesseeeceseeeeeceeees 9 4 9 2 1 Software update ADU and ACU s sssneseneseseesensessesesesessesesesresesesesee 9 4 9 2 2 Verifying the software update sccsachanecarsanannscvectiedsscomnabasennstarivlaanceanes 9 6 9 3 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages cscceees 9 7 9 3 1 LEDs of the ADU modules dccccssssacxssss ticnncnssnuannn chcadaatuaseninencatedennaontans 9
54. d stud 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 27 Installation of the VMU 3 6 Installation of the VMU For a list of supported VSAT modems see the SAILOR 900 VSAT data sheet For the latest status of supported VMUs see http extranet thrane com and click ESUPPORT 3 6 1 General mounting considerations VMU Mount the VMU close to the ACU preferably at a distance less than 1 m Connectors and pin out of the VMU For connectors and pin out see the user documentation of the VMU and Interfaces of the VMU on page 4 9 Wiring Power Provide power to the VMU as described in the user documentation of the unit 3 28 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Chapter 4 Interfaces This chapter is organised in the following sections e Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU e Interfaces of the VMU 4 1 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 4 1 1 ACU bulkhead LEDs display and keypad Nn w W we w Ss Figure 4 1 ACU bulkhead LEDs display and keypad 4 1 2 ACU 19 rack version LEDs display and keypad SAILOR Figure 4 2 ACU rack version LEDs display and keypad 98 133400 A 4 1 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 4 1 3 ACU bulkhead Connector panel overview ADU Rx Out Txin RS 422 LAN1 LAN2 Modem Ctrl Modem Ctrl R NMEA RS 232 LAN3 LAN 4 Power On Off Service port Figure 4 3 ACU bulkhead connector panel overview 4 1 4 ACU 19 rack version Connector pa
55. dem profiles ADMINISTRATION Blocking zones HELPDESK Network SITE MAP SERVICE Upload Calibration XIM data ADMINISTRATION User permissions Factory default HELPDESK Event list Self test SITE MAP Thrane amp Thrane Daily use Quick guide Figure 8 1 SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide web interface and satellite profiles 98 133400 A 8 1 8 2 SAILOR 900 VSAT Viewing system parameters SIGNAL LEVEL NET MANAGEMENT IP MANAGEMENT MASK SAT POSITION RX POLARIZATION TX POLARIZATION RX FREQUENCY LNB LO TX FREQUENCY BUC LO EVENT lt EVENT 1 gt lt EVENT 2 gt lt EVENT 3 gt lt EVENT 4 gt ANT 1 ANTENNA STATE ELEVATION AZIMUTH ANT 2 RX POLARIZATION TX POLARIZATION ANT 3 LATITUDE LONGITUDE FIX TYPE ANT 4 SW VERSION ANT 5 ACU ADU 98 133401 A fees Thrane amp Thrane Figure 8 2 SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide Viewing system parameters Chapter 8 Daily use Quick guide 98 133400 A Service 98 133400 A In this chapter you find the following sections e Getting support Helpdesk Software update Status signalling with LEDs and status messages Removal and replacement of modules e Initial troubleshooting Getting support Helpdesk 9 1 9 1 1 Getting support Helpdesk If this manual does not provide the remedies to solve your problem contact your Airtime Provider Help desk and diagnostic report Accessing
56. displayed when the calibration has been completed successfully Click Refresh in the web interface to update the screen The screen is not automatically updated when new data are available from the SAILOR 900 VSAT Do not refresh the browser this will interrupt and restart the calibration procedure In case the calibration failed there will be an alarm symbol in the icon bar JN and the ACU display will show a warning or error 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 5 Configuration with the web interface 6 3 Configuration with the web interface 6 3 1 Overview and navigation Topics in the web interface 6 6 DASHBOARD SETTINGS SERVICE ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP DASHBOARD SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles Blocking zones Network SERVICE Upload Calibration XIM data ADMINISTRATION User permissions Factory default HELPDESK Event list Self test SITE MAP Figure 6 6 Topics in the web interface SITE MAP Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface Navigation The web interface consists of the following sections Thrane amp Thrane Boe HEEEECO 3 DASHBOARD SAILOR 900 VSAT SETTINGS System status Acquisition ACU part name TT 7016A SERVICE GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E ADU part name TT 7009A ADMINISTRATION Vessel heading oe ACU serial number 123456789 HELPDESK Satellite profile 15W Telstar 12 ADU serial number 123456789 SITE MAP Satellit
57. dix C System messages Table C 2 ACU event messages Continued C il Nn v 5 nn n v u g Nn a A List of ACU events C 12 Appendix C System messages 98 133400 A 98 133400 A ABS ACU ADM AMB BUC CE CM DDM DHCP DVB EIRP ESD Glossary Term used for service and support Antenna Control Unit Term for an ACU module Term used for service and support 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 Conformit e Europ enne This term signifies that a CE certified product conforms to European health environmental and safety regulations In short it makes the product legal to be sold in the European Union Continuous Monitoring DC Motor Driven Module Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A protocol for assigning dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network With dynamic addressing a device can have a different IP address every time it connects to the network Digital Video Broadcasting a set of standards relating to digital television Effective Isotropically Radiated Power The amount of power that would have to be emitted by an isotropic antenna that evenly distributes power in all directions to produce the peak power density observed in the direction of maximum antenna gain ElectroStatic Discharge Glossary 1 gt n
58. ds 2 9 2 1 6 Service activation sessessssessessessesessesseseesesseseesessesresessesresrsseseesessese 2 9 2 2 Part numbers and options ccccccescssscsecsseeseesseseeeeseeseeeseceees 2 10 2 2 1 Applicable Thrane amp Thrane model and part numbers 2 10 2 2 2 Options for SAILOR 900 VSAT 0 eeseeeeecceceseeessecceeeceseseeeeeeeaeees 2 10 Installation 3 1 Unpacking ieee renee 3 1 Ball Whats inthe BOX cancecssssnsanssseccancsansaceasacacsennspnaaaeiancaasanaonuanendanienadens 3 1 3 1 2 MVEA inspection sessessessessssessessesessessesessesseseesessesresesseseeseseesesseseese 3 2 BAS Tools needed osiris essei eai Ea E eE E EEEE aa 3 2 3 2 Site preparati h msrsienisnirsims aidie ia Aa iiei 3 3 3 2 1 General site considerations sesessessesessesresessesresrsseseesesseseesesseseese 3 3 3 2 2 Obstructions ADU shadowing cscesesceseessessesecseesesscesecseeeenees 3 3 3 2 3 Blocking zones azimuth and elevation sssssssssessssessessosesseseesessese 3 5 3 2 4 Safe access to the ADU Radiation hazard sssessssssssssesssseesesseseeses 3 6 3 2 5 Ship motion and offset from the ship s motion centre ccscceeees 3 7 3 2 6 ADU mast design Foundation and height cccsssseesesseereeeeeees 3 8 3 2 1 AUTO rterencE iranin cabelas shanaasaus Mialusianer EE 3 13 3 2 8 Other precaUtoNS esuriens iiine esiones eiria aa iias 3 17 vii Table of Contents Chapter 4 Chapt
59. e is a modem profile used during azimuth calibration E 5 ez Thrane amp Thrane S SIGNAL 0000000 Pee ADD VSAT MODEM PROFILE SEULES Profile name Satellite profiles VSAT modem lt zelect modem gt x VSAT modem profiles This modem profile is used on 0 satellite profiles Blocking zones Network VSAT modem root password SERVICE VSAT modem user password ADMINISTRATION OpenAMIP IP address fp P F F HELPDESK OpenAMIP port fp SITE MAP Apply Cancel Figure 6 12 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles New entry 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 15 Configuration with the web interface 6 3 4 6 16 To add or edit a VSAT modem profile do as follows 1 Fillin a profile name of your own choice 2 Select one of the supported VSAT modems 3 Fillin the data provided by your VSAT service provider 4 Click Apply to add the new profile to the list of VSAT modem profiles Generic modem If you have a modem that is not included in the list you can select the generic modem This is mainly used for troubleshooting purposes Setup of Blocking zones RX and TX On this page you define blocking zones i e NO TX and RX zones enter azimuth values and elevation angles You must select Active to enable a blocking zone SIGNAL 0000000 NO TX ZONES BLOCKING ZONES DASHBOARD Active Azimuth Elevation RX off SETTINGS Vv Bis fs Fs0_ fs0 Vv Satellite profiles r
60. e To emphasize words Example Do not touch the antenna 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 Example For further information see Connecting Cables on page 1 5 Precautions Warnings Cautions and Notes Text marked with Warning Caution Note or Important show the following type of data Warning A Warning is an operation or maintenance procedure that if not obeyed can cause injury or death Caution A Caution is an operation or maintenance procedure that if not obeyed can cause damage to the equipment Note A Note gives information to help the reader 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 damage on equipment or personal safety Chapter 1 About this manual 98 133400 A Precautions General precautions 98 133400 A 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 manufacturers material safety data sheets for safety f WARNING Before using any material refer to the information Some materials can be dangerous CAUTION Do not use materials that are not equivalent to mat
61. e exchanged through the service hatch on site You can do remote diagnostics and service with the ADU Its built in test equipment checks constantly the ADU s components for proper functioning it monitors and logs information for all modules The ADU performs a POST Power On Self Test and you can request a self test Person Activated Self Test and has Continuous Monitoring CM Error codes can be read out in the web interface and in the display of the ACU Software update is done using a PC connected via LAN to the ACU Antenna Control Unit ACU The Antenna Control Unit also called ACU is the central unit in the system It contains all user interfaces and manages all communication between the ADU and the VMU a connected PC and an optional FleetBroadband service communication line The ACU has a display status LEDs and a keypad It provides a DHCP client During configuration you can configure heading offset save satellite and VMU setups and enter No Transmit Zones blocking zones in which the ADU does not transmit The ACU provides DC power to the ADU through a single coaxial cable You can use the TT 6080A Power Supply to provide the DC power 20 32 VDC Chapter 2 Introduction 98 133400 A SAILOR 900 VSAT system ACU interfaces The ACU has the following interfaces and switch ADU Rx Out Txin RS 422 LAN1 LAN2 Modem Ctrl Modem Ctrl N e pa v e NMEA RS 232 LAN 3 LAN4 amp Power
62. e menus e Press OK or p to select a menu item RO lt Y gt e Use the arrow keys and to go through the menu items or enter a number digit by digit e Use the arrow keys q and p to go through the settings and move from one digit to the next e Press OK to select a setting e Press lt q again to move one level up If applicable confirm to store the new setting by pressing OK c e gt Lez te c e Ww 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 25 Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 6 4 3 The menu tree In the menu tree you can see how the system has been configured You can also enter satellite information directly if it is necessary to change the satellite information and you cannot use a connected PC and the web interface ANT ANT 1 POINTING ANTENNA STATE POLARIZATION ELEVATION GPS AZIMUTH MAN HEADING VERSIONS SERIAL NUMBERS RX POLARIZATION TX POLARIZATION MODEM TYPE ANT 3 LATITUDE LONGITUDE FIX TYPE MANAGEMENT IP ANT 4 MANAGEMENT MASK SW VERSION POSITION ANT 5 RX POLARIZATION ACU TX POLARIZATION ADU EVENT lt EVENT 1 gt lt EVENT 2 gt lt EVENT 3 gt for some modems lt EVENT 4 gt for some antenna configurati Figure 6 23 Antenna Control Unit menu tree 6 26 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Top level menu 98 133400 A Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU LEED Description menu MAIN View with cur
63. e position 15 w Software version 1 00 RX polarisation Horizontal Management IP address 192 168 0 1 TX polarisation X pol RX RF frequency 12 701815 GHz LNB LO frequency 11 25 GHz TX RF frequency 14 20405 GHz 4 BUC LO frequency 12 8 GHz Tracking RF frequency 12 701815 GHz VSAT MODEM Signal level 0 dB Model iDirect Evolution X5 Series RX IF frequency 1367 MHz TX IF frequency 1000 MHz Refresh Figure 6 7 Sections of the web interface 1 The navigation pane holds the main menu Clicking an item in the menu opens a submenu in the navigation pane or a new page in the contents section 2 The signal status field shows the signal strength The signal strength can vary during operation depending on the current position relative to the satellite and the call or data session activity S e D oO ne D oS iS fo w 3 The icon bar shows icons for active events when relevant For explanations of the icons see the next section Icons in the icon bar 4 The contents section shows the page selected in the navigation pane This section is used for viewing or changing settings or for performing actions When the Dashboard is displayed you have verified that the connection to the SAILOR 900 VSAT can be established The web interface is ready for use You can continue to configure the system If you cannot establish a connection there might be problems with the Proxy server settings of your PC See Proxy server setting
64. e system is configured and a satellite profile is active the startup sequence is as follows 98 133400 A ACU POST ADU Initializing ADU SW upload If the software versions in the ADU and ACU are not the same a software update is done during startup ADU POST READY ACQUISITION TRACKING E o re 2 D i t D i c rw Chapter 5 Connecting power 5 7 Power up 5 8 Chapter 5 Connecting power 98 133400 A Configuration 6 1 6 1 1 This chapter is organised in the following sections e Introduction to the built in web interface e Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT e Configuration with the web interface Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU Introduction to the built in web interface Overview Use the built in web interface of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU to make a full configuration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT with the correct VMU the satellite positions you intend to use and other parameters LAN cable e oO i 5 D oS iS fo w PC with Internet browser Figure 6 1 Configuration setup For the rack version connect the LAN cable to the front LAN connector of the ACU For quick start instructions see Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT on page 6 3 M For information on daily use of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system refer to the SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide or see chapter 8 Daily use Quick guide No installation of soft
65. eed to reset the administrator password do as follows 1 Contact your supplier for a reset code Please report the serial number of the ACU You find it in the Dashboard ACU serial number 2 Click the link Forgot administrator password at the bottom of the ADMINISTRATOR LOGON page see Figure 6 17 Web interface Administration RESET ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD DASHBOARD Reset code SETTINGS Reset Cancel SERVICE ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP Figure 6 19 Web interface ADMINISTRATION Reset administrator password 3 Type in the reset code obtained from your supplier and click Reset 4 Type in the user name Admin and the default password 1234 5 Click Logon For information on how to change the password see the section Changing the administrator password on page 6 20 Logging off administration If you have not entered anything for 30 minutes under ADMINISTRATION you are logged off automatically To log off manually click Logoff under administrator logoff in the ADMINISTRATION page 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration e D oO ne D oS iS fo w Configuration with the web interface Setting up user permissions You can manage user access to certain functions of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system You can allow or deny users that are not administrators access to certain functions and make these pages read only This is useful if you want to protect the system against unintended changes
66. eeeceeeeseeseeeeeeenees 6 16 Blocking zone example 315 45 degrees cscsscesccssceecesecseecsessceesceseceseceeeenes 6 17 Blocking zone example 45 315 degrees ccsssucesessoscssesnticanenatnenesesedaieecenonesceans 6 17 98 133400 A Figure 6 16 Figure 6 17 Figure 6 18 Figure 6 19 Figure 6 20 Figure 6 21 Figure 6 22 Figure 6 23 Figure 6 24 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Figure 8 1 Figure 8 2 Chapter 9 Figure 9 1 Figure 9 2 Figure 9 3 Figure 9 4 Figure 9 5 Figure 9 6 Figure 9 7 Figure 9 8 Figure 9 9 App A Figure A 1 Figure A 2 Figure A 3 App B Figure B 1 Figure B 2 Figure B 3 Figure B 4 Figure B 5 98 133400 A List of Figures Web interface SETTINGS Network LAN Connectors sccccceseeccceeseecceceeeee 6 18 Web interface Administration asec etectcceaseccpcees tccyacecnctices ieee racciets lt hctccteutaateeacaaeeniey 6 20 Web interface Administration change administrator logon cccccscceseeeeeeees 6 20 Web interface ADMINISTRATION Reset administrator password cscceceeeee 6 21 Web interface ADMINISTRATION User permissions cccsccsscesesssceseeseeseeceees 6 22 Web interface ADMINISTRATION Factory default cccsessesceeecseesteseeeeeees 6 23 Display example and keypad of the AQU vevcssiistssondereseasnctxtasoadecazenardeasaiamiwessunas 6 24 Antenna Control Unit menu ti OCs a2scccecnentosncacccresteunsted
67. ennseceiandceeaetcertecumederetanecs 6 26 Reset the SVSLEIM siassscascsssssansenadsanansncaanddcarsidasssncavaradinseansussaneathandadessssaasiuaieanicasss 6 30 Installation check Daily use Quick guide SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide web interface and satellite profiles 08 8 1 SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide Viewing system parameters ccceceeeseereeeees 8 2 Service Web Intemate HELPDESK Accccactucetnetel ceuse asasan EET EEEE EEEE 9 2 Web interface HELPDESK enter support contact ssessessssessessesesseseesesseseesesses 9 2 LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT ccsccssesseeteseeeees 9 4 Webinterface SERVICE Upload usisikie 9 5 Verifying software update essessessesessessesessessessessssessesessesseseesesseseesesseseesrssesees 9 6 LEDs onthe ACU s lt ccccnpsoscaaasnsicexncn since babwich lennsntiennewetinetanqives saawonthkeceaneenteneteivenieamens 9 9 LEDs on the ACU 19 rack version saccc2eectccacstcsc vac pusceeensees cae scctaekaaetscaceraasic cee cated 9 9 ADU modules and motor stop switch ssssssssessessessssessessesesseseesesseseesessesresessesese 9 11 Above Deck Unit modules continued 0nsensennsessenenessenesesseeesseseesssreeessseesesse 9 12 Technical specifications Q tline drawing ADU leeenepeceeere meeecere rns ere ten tr siaaa eias ae er Raio E A 6 Outline drawing ACU bulkhead sesssessessesessesresesseseesesseseesesseseesesse
68. equipment chassis and cabinet must be connected to an electrical ground The ACU must be grounded to the ship For further grounding information refer to the Installation manual Do not extend the cables beyond the lengths specified for the equipment The cable between the ACU and Above Deck Unit can be extended if it complies with the specified data concerning cable losses etc Rx and Tx cables for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system are shielded and should not be affected by magnetic fields However try to avoid running cables parallel to high power and AC RF wiring as it might cause malfunction of the equipment Power supply The voltage range for the SAILOR 900 VSAT is 20 32 VDC Note that the Above Deck Unit is powered by the ACU If a 24 VDC power bus is not available an external 115 230 VAC to 28 VDC power supply can be used for example a SAILOR 6080 Power Supply Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes Operation of any electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard Keep away from live circuits Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers Component replacement and internal adjustment must be made by qualified maintenance personnel Do not replace components with the power cable connected Under certain conditions dangerous voltages may exist even with the power cable removed To avoid injuries always disconnect power
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70. erials specified by Thrane amp Thrane Materials that are not equivalent can cause damage to the equipment gt CAUTION The system contains items that are electrostatic discharge sensitive Use approved industry precautions to keep the risk of damage to a minimum when you touch remove or insert parts or assemblies gt Chapter 1 About this manual 1 3 5 E Nn sA E z5 fa 2 lt Precautions 1 4 Chapter 1 About this manual 98 133400 A Chapter 2 Introduction 2 1 98 133400 A This chapter is organised in the following sections e SAILOR 900 VSAT system Part numbers and options e Ea e fe uS SAILOR 900 VSAT system The SAILOR 900 VSAT is a unique stabilized maritime VSAT antenna system operating in the Ku band 10 7 to 14 5 GHz It provides bi directional IP data connections both on regional satellite beams and quasi global Ku band satellite networks The system only requires a single 50 Ohm cable to provide the Above Deck Unit with both DC power data and control information The radome does not have to be opened neither before nor after the installation To protect the Above Deck Unit the built in DC motors act as breaks during transport and when the Above Deck Unit is not powered The ADU system can be accessed remotely and in depth performance analysis can be done using the built in web interface The SAILOR 900 VSAT system consis
71. esessensesseseesesse 6 27 ANTENNA menu of the ACU sissies nsession enan 6 28 MODEM menu of the ACU ssssessssessesssseseesessesesseseesessessrsensessesoeseesessesoesessesseseesesse 6 28 NETWORK menu of the ACU sssssssssssssssessesessessessesessessesessesseseesessessessesesseseesessesee 6 29 SATELLITE menu of the ACU ssssssesssssesessessessesessessesesseesessesessesseseesesseseesessesessesees 6 29 EVENTS men ofthe ACU sssrsatsosssissorini ironiseen arriaren aeniea 6 30 Installation check Installation check list Antenna esesesneeeesesesseseeeesssssseseesesssssseneessssssesesreessssssseeee 7 1 Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring s sessssessesessessessessesessessessesesse 7 3 Installation check list Functional test in harbor esssssseesesssssssesesssssseseersesesssesee 7 5 Daily use Quick guide Service LEDs of the ADU modules cccceseesesseccccccceesececsccccceeceesccscssecceeeceesesscssecceseees 9 8 LEDS On the ACU ou E E A ATIE A E E E EEE E E A E 9 9 Technical specifications General spedhicah nS iniisa eas a er aa R a ina A 1 Technical specifications for the Above Deck Unit sssssesssssssessessesessesseseesessessesesse A 2 Technical specifications for the ACU ccsccsscessceecesceseeseessceesceseceeeceeeeseeeeeeeees A 4 S pp rted VSAT MOUS MSk esisrsts erete ks arieso k eo ka aeara Erer Aaaa aaa A ARa E ELSES A 5 Grounding and RF protection System messages ADU eve
72. esessesseseese 4 2 4 1 44 ACU 19 rack version Connector panel overview cceeeseeeees 4 2 BS DClnp t COINS CHOI cccocmeenncndencccontes caeeepecstecetals obcenpetecusnbslesermmsaversiee 4 3 41 6 ADU CONNECTOT ceccsscs castersntccnssibcnsuenesGedecteondsantdevbaccouworioaauhivideerpuoeteans 4 4 4 1 7 Rx Tx connectors for VMU saccssssecconnshcnsssoosccateunvnaszeunanveveanuncdatounseecens 4 4 4 1 8 NMEA 0183 2000 connector seniesciateGenctacndssanecehinscrane cra siblessedtuad cranes 4 5 RUG RS 232 and RS 422 connectors sccvesecsscessessceesesaccsvesncs aceoeaeincneh aces 4 6 4 1 10 LANI LAN2 LAN3 and LAN4 connectors eeeeeceerceeseeeeeeeteeeeeeees 4 7 4 2 Interfaces of the VMs cossicsetcciceetcceienniennenae 4 9 4 2 1 Connecting an iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router 4 9 4 2 2 Connecting an Evolution X5 Satellite Router oo ceeeceeceeeees 4 10 4 2 3 Connecting a Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem ccceeee 4 10 Connecting power 5 1 Power source He eC en ee Pe 5 1 98 133400 A Table of Contents 5 2 Power cable selection ecesseccesecsseseeeceeeceeeeceeceseeeeeeeeeeceeeeees 5 2 5 2 1 Source imp dan e isseire ca cine ceccsaens ereenn ioia r asaka iN 5 2 5 2 2 Measuring the ship source impedance cscssscescesteereeseceeceeeeeees 5 2 5 2 3 Power cable recommendations ccsccscseseesceesceseeesceeeceseesseeeeeeees 5 3 5 3 Connecting power we esecee ci
73. ess HELPDESK OpenAMIP port canes Figure 6 3 Service profile add a Service modem for calibration SITE MAP 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 3 Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT 5 Select Satellite profiles New entry Enter the name of the satellite profile for calibration a name of your own choice and select the VSAT modem Service created in step 3 click Apply SIGNAL 000000 DASHBOARD EDIT SATELLITE PROFILE Satellite profile name Service VSAT modem profile Service z SET Satellite profiles Blocking zones _Aoply _Cancel Network asi Satellite position fiw e ADMINISTRATION RX polarisation Horizontal Vertical HELPDESK Tracking SITE MAP RX frequency C VSAT modem User defined io s03 GHz Symbol rate 25 MS s a fo Apply Cancel Figure 6 4 Service profile add satellite information 6 Enter data from the satellite you want to use as a calibration reference For satellite data see for example www lyngsat com and click Apply Make sure that the following requirements for the satellite are met Elevation Elevation angle 10 60 degrees Not allowed for calibration Inclined orbit System DVB S or DVB S2 encryption NID Preferably a unique NID ONID Polarisation Horizontal or vertical polarisation Not allowed Left hand circular L or right hand circular R Table 6 1 Satellite requirements
74. essesessesseseesessessessesessesseseesesseseeses 2 5 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU connector Overview sessessesesseseeseseesesseseesesseseesessessesesse 2 7 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 19 rack version essssesseseeseseesessesresesseseesessesessessessesesse 2 7 Antenna Control Unit for bulkhead installation ccccssecscecssesessceeteeseesceeeeees 2 8 Antenna Control Unit for 19 rack installation ccecsessesseescessessceesceecssecneeees 2 8 Installation Signal degradation because of obstructing objects ccsccesccsesseseeceecetecseeceeeees 3 4 2 blocking zones with no transmit zones azimuth example scseseeeeceeeees 3 5 Blocking zone with no transmit zones elevation angle example 0 000 3 5 Radiation hazard safety distance 30 Mm s sessessessesessessesessesseseesesseseesessesresesseseso 3 6 Maximum distance from the ship s motion centre h MaX ccsseseseeeeteeeeeeeeeees 3 7 ADU mast flange top and side view ssssesssssssessessesessessesessesseseesesseseesessesresessesees 3 8 ADU mast flange recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau 3 8 ADU mast flange distance to the Welded seam cscsscesceseeseceseeesceseesseeeeess 3 9 ADU boltom VIEW esses opterscrasnunnenronterereimierde iiae eeraa eana enea pE Eeee ee rss 3 9 Free mast length and bracing for a tall mast ces eescesseecesececessceeeesseeseeeeees 3 10 Interference with the vessel s
75. esssssssessesseseesesseseesessessesessessessesessessesesseese B 11 System messages C 1 Event messages overview cccccsesecssecssecseessesseeeeeseceeeceees C 1 C2 Listof ADU events sissen tes ccassidcnsdaviteedooesseeeuaaedooaeee eine C 2 C 3 Listof ACU events pics asscccctessaccaniatscaeuencscieesiereenunceotunsbareutnn es C 8 Sasa asia ees cater sac ot ss tsteapen E E na tesetdeeteceeeees Glossary 1 E chases E T E ce saca seca EE E Index 1 xi Table of Contents xii 98 133400 A Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 Figure 2 6 Figure 2 7 Figure 2 8 Figure 2 9 Chapter 3 Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 Figure 3 4 Figure 3 5 Figure 3 6 Figure 3 7 Figure 3 8 Figure 3 9 Figure 3 10 Figure 3 11 Figure 3 12 Figure 3 13 Figure 3 14 Figure 3 15 Figure 3 16 Figure 3 17 Figure 3 18 Figure 3 19 Figure 3 20 Figure 3 21 98 133400 A List of Figures About this manual Introduction Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit ACU eee eceeeeeeeeeceesscecceeeesececeeeee 2 2 Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit ACU 19 rack version eee 2 2 Above Deck Unit ADU ooo eecceccececceccesscceceessccceceseceeceessscececsaceesessnseeceeees 2 3 Above Deck Unit modules 1 2 sesssssessessesessesseseessesessesseseeseesessessesesseseesesseseesesses 2 4 Above Deck Unit modules 2 2 s ssessssssseesesseseesess
76. g the ADU If the mounting base of the ADU is electrically connected to the hull or any other ground potential than the ACU the ADU must be isolated at its mounting bolts by means of shoulder bushings and washers see B 6 3 This is done in order to prevent DC currents flowing in the hull thus causing electrolytic corrosion However a ground connection must be established via one of the mounting bolts using a separate ground cable The ground cable must be routed parallel and in close Chapter B Grounding and RF protection 98 133400 A Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls proximity to the shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to the ACU Grounding kit A tinned heavy gauge wire min 6 mm can be used for this purpose Heavy Gauge Wire Terminal Grounding Kit RF Ground Capacitive OR seperate ground plate Figure B 4 Alternative grounding for aluminium hulls B 5 Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls B 5 1 Grounding the ACU The ACU must be grounded with the short ADU cable and a grounding kit available from Thrane amp Thrane Further the ACU must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected The ground connection must be established at a dedicated RF ground either capacitive or electrical coupled Bear in mind that the ADU ground connection is to be made a
77. grounded correctly using the mounting bolts and washers Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring See Grounding the ACU bulkhead on page 3 24 or Grounding the 19 rack version of the ACU on page 3 27 and Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 Make sure you strain relieved the cables See Installation of the ACU bulkhead on page 3 23 or Installing the 19 rack version of the ACU on page 3 26 Make sure that the VSAT modem is mounted close to the ACU See General mounting considerations VMU on page 3 28 Check that the ADU antenna N connector is properly connected with the 50 ohm RF cable Visual inspection of the cover plate at the bottom of the ADU Check that the ACU antenna N connector is properly connected with the 50 ohm RF cable Visual inspection of the connector panel of the ACU Check that the ACU s Rx Out is connected to the VSAT modem s Rx in using the included 1 m F F 75 ohm cable Visual inspection of the connector panel of the ACU and the VSAT modem Check that the ACU s Tx In is connected to the VSAT modem s Tx out using the included 1 m F F 75 ohm cable Visual inspection of the connector panel of the ACU and the VSAT modem Table 7 2 Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring Chapter 7 Installation check 7 3 x D te s S S a he Nn c S Installation check list A
78. gure 3 12 Recommended distance to transmitters m for frequencies below 1000 MHz 3 16 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Site preparation 3 2 8 Other precautions Condensation and water intrusion If possible install the radome such that direct spray of seawater is avoided In some weather condition there may occur condensation inside the radome The drain tube is designed to lead any water away from inside the radome Make sure the ADU s drain tube is open and that there it free space between the drain tube and the mounting surface so water can escape and there is ventilation for the ADU e a a Ho Nn S S A 3 Free space Figure 3 13 Drain pipe with free space It is recommended not to use pneumatic tools for cleaning the radome especially at a short distance and directly at the split between top and bottom Deposits Do not place the ADU close to a funnel as smoke deposits are corrosive Furthermore deposits on the radome can degrade performance 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 17 Installation of the ADU 3 3 Installation of the ADU The ADU is shipped fully assembled You have to install it on the mast and attach the ADU cable WARNING Use a strong webbed sling with a belt to Ay lift the ADU without damaging the radome Make sure that the sling can carry the ADU s weight 135 kg 288 lbs WARNING The ADU may be subject to swaying AY motions in windy conditions
79. he appendix Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 for details about grounding 5 Connect all cables See Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU on page 4 1 for a description of the ACU connectors 6 Secure the cables to the cable relief using cable strips Installation of the 19 rack version of the ACU The following sections describe the installation of the 19 rack ACU Installation of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU is described in Installation of the ACU bulkhead on page 3 23 Installing the 19 rack version of the ACU A cable relief bracket is already mounted when receiving the ACU The cable relief is a simple system to secure cables with cable strips It offers a number of holders to which you can secure the cables from the ACU To install the 19 rack version of the ACU do as follows 1 Slide the ACU into a 1U space in a 19 rack 2 Mount the screws in each side through the holes in the front and fasten the screws to the rack 3 Connect all cables See Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU on page 4 1 for a description of the ACU connectors Set to ON Figure 3 23 ACU 19 rack version On off switch at the back Set the On Off switch at the back of the ACU to On Then you can use the On Off switch at the front panel of the ACU 19 rack version Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Installation of the 19 rack version of the ACU Connectors of the 19 rack version of the ACU For a description
80. he display of the ACU Software update is done via a connected PC and the built in web interface of the ACU 2 8 Chapter 2 Introduction 98 133400 A 2 1 3 2 1 4 2 1 5 2 1 6 98 133400 A SAILOR 900 VSAT system VSAT Modem Unit VMU SAILOR 900 VSAT is designed to be operated with third party VSAT modems For a list of supported VSAT modems see the SAILOR 900 VSAT data sheet at thrane com For the latest status of supported VMUs see http extranet thrane com and click ESUPPORT Satellite type approvals For a list of satellite type approvals see the SAILOR 900 VSAT data sheet at thrane com Power supply To provide DC power to the SAILOR 900 VSAT you can use the TT 6080A Power Supply Service activation Before you can start using the SAILOR 900 VSAT you need to activate the system for VSAT service Contact your service provider for activation Chapter 2 Introduction 2 9 e pa e e Part numbers and options 2 2 Part numbers and options 2 2 1 Applicable Thrane amp Thrane model and part numbers This Installation Manual is for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system and is applicable to the model and part numbers below 407009A 00500 TT 7009A 00500 Above Deck Unit ADU 407016A 00500 TT 7016A 00500 Antenna Control Unit 19 inch rack 407016A 00510 TT 7016A 00510 Antenna Control Unit bulkhead Table 2 1 Model and part numbers for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system T amp T un
81. he radome even in icing conditions ADU mast flange Fit the top of the ADU mast with a flange with clearance holes matching the bushings in the radome and with minimum 4 gusset plates No center hole is necessary in the flange Flange thickness Minimum 15 mm 4 gusset plates Minimum 15 mm thick must be placed close to the holes in the mounting plate and evenly distributed Gusset plates 15 mm thick 15 mm Figure 3 6 ADU mast flange top and side view Recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau is below 3 0 mm 3 5 QO pw Figure 3 7 ADU mast flange recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Site preparation Allow sufficient space so the nut is free of the welded seam and there is room for tools Figure 3 8 ADU mast flange distance to the welded seam Gusset plate e a a hej Nn S S CAUTION Avoid sharp edges where the flange is in direct contact with the radome Round all edges as much as possible to avoid damaging the surface of the radome Figure 3 9 ADU bottom view 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 9 Site preparation Mast length and diameter The placement of the ADU must ensure a rigid structural connection to the hull or structure of the ship Parts of the ship with heavy resonant vibrations are not suitable places for the ADU A s
82. heck the Tx chain 0a065 0 Antenna WARNING BUC voltage low The voltage for the BUC is too low probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM or BUC 0a066 0 Antenna WARNING BUC voltage high The voltage for the BUC is too high probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM 0a067 0 Antenna WARNING LNB voltage low The voltage for the LNB is too low probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM or LNB C 4 Table C 1 ADU event messages Continued Appendix C System messages 98 133400 A List of ADU events 0a068 0 Antenna WARNING LNB voltage high The voltage for the LNB is too high probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM 0a069 0 Antenna WARNING PMM fan The fan is not working or the tacho input from the fan is not connected Check cable and fan 0a070 0 Antenna WARNING OMT temperature The temperature of the BUC is too high 4 Check if fan is working A D 0a071 0 Antenna ERROR VIM PLL lock The PLL of the VIM is out of lock Check E the 10 MHz reference signal a 0a072 0 Antenna WARNING VIM tuner lock The PLL of the second receiver DVB is out of lock Check the 10 MHz reference signal 0a073 0 Antenna WARNING Azi encoder slip A slip of the azimuth encoder has been detected No user interaction is required unless this is a permanent situation in which case the belt and encoder of the azimuth axis must be checked 0a074 0 Antenna WARNING
83. hull Use serrated washers when securing the mounting bolts and seal the joint with protective coating to avoid corrosion KANO AN N j e ANY SN ue ac 5 ez je o Antenna bottom AN A Mounting base Serrated washer M12 bolt stainless steel stainless steel Figure B 2 Grounding the ADU It is always recommended to establish the shortest possible grounding path e g on steel hulls the ADU should be grounded directly to the hull 1 However due to the fact that this is not possible on e g fiberglass hulls nor is it preferable on aluminum hulls a number of alternative grounding methods are suggested in the following paragraphs 1 Please note that the ADU ground connection is made at the same electrical ground potential as the ACU 98 133400 A Chapter B Grounding and RF protection B 3 Alternative grounding for steel hulls B 3 Alternative grounding for steel hulls The following guidelines assume a two wire isolated grounding arrangement that is no part of the circuit in particular the battery negative is connected to any ground potential or equipment B 3 1 Grounding the ACU The ACU must be grounded to the ship with the short cable Further the ACU must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected The ground
84. ignment sssssssesssseseesesseseesesseseese 4 6 RS 422 connector male outline and pin assignment sssessessesesseseesessesrsseseesese 4 7 Ethernet connector outline and pin assignment sssssessssseseesessesessesersessessesesse 4 8 Cables to connect an iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router ceeeceseeeeeeeeeee 4 9 Cables to connect a Comtech 570 L Band Satellite Modem ceeeeseeeeceeeeees 4 10 Connecting power Configuration Satellite requirements for elevation and carrier cscssesscesecececseseeseceeseeseeseeeees 6 4 Webinterface LCOS ceca cccpessvcseceaniite opadouececenpecsy a narena las e a a EEE eaa 6 8 Web interface SAILOR 900 VSAT parameters on DASHBOARD c ccscceeeeeees 6 11 Web interface VSAT MODEM parameters on DASHBOARD ccsscessesteeseeees 6 12 LAN port preferred USe ssssssseseesesseseesessessrsessesseseesessessesessessessesersessesessessesee 6 18 xvii List of Tables Table 6 6 Table 6 7 Table 6 8 Table 6 9 Table 6 10 Table 6 11 Table 6 12 Chapter 7 Table 7 1 Table 7 2 Table 7 3 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Table 9 1 Table 9 2 App A Table A 1 Table A 2 Table A 3 Table A 4 App B App C Table C 1 Table C 2 xviii Items in the ACU display Example n nnnnnonnseso0s0seseeseoesessesesesresesesesresesesesseseses 6 24 Top level menus of the ACU ssessssssssssssesesseseesesseseesrsseseesesseseesessess
85. is stabilized by heavy duty vibration dampers in 3 axis plus skew and can be used in environments with elevations of 25 to 125 The Above Deck Unit is powered by the Antenna Control Unit and protected by a plastic radome 98 133400 A Figure 2 3 Above Deck Unit ADU Chapter 2 Introduction 2 3 SAILOR 900 VSAT system Modules in the SAILOR 900 VSAT Above Deck Unit wo ON DH F WN Figure 2 4 Above Deck Unit modules 1 2 GPS module VSAT Interface Module VIM DC Motor Driver Module for cross elevation DDM Cross elevation motor and encoder Zero Reference Module x4 ZRM not visible on photo DC Motor Driver Module for elevation on the side Elevation motor and encoder not visible on photo Polarisation Motor Module PMM not visible on photo Polarisation motor and encoder not visible on photo Chapter 2 Introduction 98 133400 A 98 133400 A SAILOR 900 VSAT system 10 Block Up Converter BUC behind cable screen not visible on photo 11 Low Noise Block downconverter LNB not visible on photo 12 Ortho Mode Transducer OMT not visible on photo 13 Inertial Sensor Module ISM 14 Pedestal Control Module PCM 15 Motor stop button service switch In switch off position the DC Motor Driver modules and the BUC are turned off for safe conditions during service and repair The switch must be in on position for normal ADU operation e pa v
86. isable Proxy server settings for the web interface only if you wish Consult your browser help for information 6 8 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface To disable the use of a Proxy server completely do as follows DZ 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 Local Area Network LAN Settings 2 x m Automatic configuration Automatic configuration may override manual settings To ensure the use of manual settings disable automatic configuration Automatically detect settings J Use automatic configuration script Address M Proxy server V Bypass proxy server For local addresses ce 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 S e oO fe 5 D oS iS fo w Setting up a static IP address for your network connection To set up your PC to a static IP address do as follows example for Windows XP 1 Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Network Connections 2 Right click on the LAN connection you want to use 3 Select Properties highlight In
87. isable to mount ferrite clamps on the coax cable in order to provide suppression of induced RF The ferrites will have no effect on the differential mode signals but increases the impedance in relation to common mode RFI B 7 1 Recommendations Use 1 5 pcs hinged clamp cores e g the RFC or SFC series from Kitagawa mounted on the ADU cable near the ADU 98 133400 A Chapter B Grounding and RF protection B 11 RF interference B 12 Chapter B Grounding and RF protection 98 133400 A Appendix C System messages C 1 Event messages overview The SAILOR 900 VSAT detects events during e POST Power On Self Test a self test performed at every power up e Self test started in the web interface e CM Continuous Monitoring continuous monitoring while the system is in operation n v Len oO wn va wo v 72 gt Ma When the SAILOR 900 VSAT 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 display and the web interface in HELPDESK gt Event list or click the event icon on the DASHBOARD Note 4 Active events and notifications are shown State the Event ID when contacting your service partner 98 133400 A C 1 List of ADU events C 2 List of ADU events 0a001 0 Antenna ERROR Production data Pr
88. ite profiles See VSAT modem profile New entry on page 6 15 Thrane amp Thrane SIGNAL 0000000 SATELLITE PROFILES DASHBOARD Namev Position SETTINGS 7E W3A Eutelsat Yall Edit Delete Activate Satellite profiles 15W Telstar 12 15 w Edit Re activate VSAT modem profiles New entry Blocking zones Network SERVICE ADMINISTRATION HELPDESK SITE MAP Figure 6 9 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles S e D oO ne 53 D oS iS fo w 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 13 Configuration with the web interface Satellite profiles New entry and Edit A satellite profile contains all settings that are necessary for a successful connection to the satellite Most of the data you have to fill in are provided by your VSAT service provider Each satellite profile has an assigned VSAT modem profile SIGNAL 0000000 DASHBOARD EDIT SATELLITE PROFILE SETTINGS Satellite profile name fiswtelster 2 SSCS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profile X5_Non_OpenAMIP VSAT modem profiles Al Cancel Blocking zones footy Cancel Network Satellite position is w a SERVICE R ADMINISTRATION Polarisation skew p z HELPDESK Maximum inclination fp SITE MAP a RX polarisation Horizontal C Vertical TX polarisation C Co pol x pol Tracking RX frequency VSAT modem User defined GHz DVB S DVB S2 Symbol rate pp MS s NID C pvB power Narrow band C VSAT modem RSSI
89. its 2 2 2 Options for SAILOR 900 VSAT The following options are available for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system 406080A TT 6080A Power Supply Table 2 2 Model and part numbers for options of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system For information on accessories available for the SAILOR 900 VSAT see http extranet thrane com and click ESHOP Chapter 2 Introduction 98 133400 A Installation This chapter is organised in the following sections Unpacking Site preparation e Installation of the ADU e Installation of the ACU bulkhead e Installation of the 19 rack version of the ACU e Installation of the VMU e a ts am Ho n S S 3 1 Unpacking 3 1 1 What s in the box ADU Unpack your SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU and check that the following items are present e ADU with 4 lifting brackets already mounted e Package with bolts and washers ACU Unpack your SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU and check that the following items are present e 1x Ethernet cable 1 m e Power connector e 2x75 Ohm coax cables F F 1m for Rx and Tx e NMEA multi connector e Installation Manual this manual e Quick Guide e Cable Relief for the ACU bulkhead already mounted in 19 rack version 98 133400 A 3 1 Unpacking 3 1 2 3 1 3 3 2 Initial inspection Inspect the shipping cartons and wooden box immediately upon receipt for evidence of damage during transport If the shipping material is severely damaged or water
90. le 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 9 4 Web interface SERVICE Upload 7 The Current software version field shows the current software version 8 In the section UPLOAD SOFTWARE TO TERMINAL Click Browse and locate the new software file 9 Click Upload 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 ADU must also be updated The ACU display shows ADU 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 9 4 98 133400 A Chapter 9 Service 9 5 Software update 9 2 2 Verifying the software update Testing procedure 1 The software version can be viewed in the DASHBOARD window of the web interface 2 After completing the software update procedure the ACU will perform a POST Power On Self Test 3 When the POST has finished the green Pass Fail LED on the front of the ACU 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 4
91. ll VSAT modem profiles Blocking zones Network setup User permissions ACU display brightness setting To reset to factory default settings do as follows 1 2 Click Reset to factory default 6 3 8 Site map From the left navigation pane select ADMINISTRATION gt Factory default SIGNAL 0000000 FACTORY DEFAULT DASHBOARD Warning Reset to factory default will delete all settings Reset to factory default SETTINGS SERVICE ADMINISTRATION User permissions Factory default HELPDESK SITE MAP Figure 6 21 Web interface ADMINISTRATION Factory default e oO Re 53 D oS iS fo w Use the site map to get an overview over the existing menus submenus and topics You can click on each menu in the site map to go directly to the page or display the respective submenu 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 23 Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 6 4 Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 6 4 1 ACU display and keypad In the ACU display you can see the current state of the system You can also see events warnings errors and information and how the system has been configured Use the keypad to navigate through the menu tree You can reset the system by pressing the up and down arrow keys simultaneously MAIN TRACKING Power Logon Sa recess SAT 151 2 HW RX Signal strength Figure 6 22 Display example and keypad of the ACU TRACKING Current status of the SAILOR 900
92. ly error of the ADM 08103 0 ADM ERROR PSM hot swap The ACU is not able to supply the correct voltage to the antenna Check for short circuits in coax cable and the antenna 08104 0 ADM ERROR ADU communication The ACU cannot communicate with the antenna Check cable and antenna 08107 0 ADM ERROR ADM FPGA load The ADM FPGA cannot be initialised and loaded 08108 0 ADM ERROR TX Power Detector calibration The Tx power detector calibration is not valid 08109 0 ADM ERROR ADU XIM data There is a mismatch with the antenna configuration data Either the PCM or the VIM in the antenna are malfunctioning or one of them has been replaced In the latter case please select which is the original device in the web MMI and restart the system C 8 Table C 2 ACU event messages Appendix C System messages 98 133400 A List of ACU events 0810a 0 ADM ERROR ADM production data Production data has been corrupted 09000 0 KDM ERROR KDM 3V3 supply Internal 3V3 voltage supply error in the KDM 09001 0 KDM ERROR KDM 12V supply Internal 12V voltage supply error in the KDM 09002 0 KDM ERROR KDM display Display hardware error in the KDM 0b000 0 PSM ERROR PSM production data Missing or invalid production data in the PSM It should be replaced 0b001 0 PSM ERROR NMEA 2000 identifier Missing or invalid
93. mall platform or short mast shall provide rigid support for the ADU fastening bolts and a rigid interface to the ship If it is necessary to use a tall mast you must stabilise the mast with bracing Note that the design values given below depend on rigid ADU ship interfaces The cross sectional properties and the corresponding maximum free length give a natural frequency above 30 Hz It is recommended to shorten the mast length as much as possible to obtain higher frequencies Preferably mount stays or wires to stabilize the mast further Free mast length m Figure 3 10 Free mast length and bracing for a tall mast E gt Make sure that there is free space below the drain tube Read also Condensation and water intrusion on page 3 17 The tables in the next sections give some suggested design values for the free mast length MZ The tables list the values for steel masts For aluminium masts the free mast length is reduced to 75 of the values for steel Bracing and rigid masts can still not prevent vertical vibration if the mast is attached to a deck plate that is not rigid Make every effort to mount the mast on a surface that is well supported by ribs If this is not possible provide extra deck plate propping 3 10 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Site preparation SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU mast length The below tables show the minimum dimensions for a SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU mast with and without stays or wires Note
94. min between a radar and the ADU is determined by the radar wavelength frequency and the power emitted by the radar The tables below show some rule of thumb minimum separation distances as a function of radar power at X and S band If the d min separation listed below is applied antenna damage is normally avoided d min is defined as the shortest distance between the radar antenna in any position and the surface of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU Radar power d min at 15 vertical d min at 60 vertical separation separation 0 10kW 1 0m 1 0m 30 kw 2 0m 1 0m 50 kw 3 3m 17m Table 3 5 Minimum radar separation X band SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU Radar power d min at 15 vertical d min at 60 vertical separation separation 0 10 kw 2 0 m 1 0 m 30 kW 3 0 m 1 5 m 50 kW 5 0 m 2 5 m Table 3 6 Minimum radar separation S band The separation distance for C band 4 8 GHz radars should generally be the same as for X band radars 3 14 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Site preparation Radar interference Even at distances greater than d min in the previous section the radar might still be able to degrade the performance of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system The presence of one or more S or X band radars within a radius up to 100 m may cause a minor degradation of the Ku band connection The degradation will be most significant at high radar
95. munication error between PCM and elevation DDM Check cable 0a083 0 Antenna ERROR ISM communication Communication error between PCM and ISM Check cable 0a084 0 Antenna ERROR PMM communication Communication error between PCM and PMM Check cable 0a085 0 Antenna WARNING Azi DDM warning The azimuth motor controller has temporarily observed an unusual situation with regards to temperature voltage current or velocity No user interaction required 0a086 0 Antenna WARNING Xel DDM warning The cross elevation motor controller has temporarily observed an unusual situation with regards to temperature voltage current or velocity No user interaction required 0a087 0 Antenna WARNING Ele DDM warning The elevation motor controller has temporarily observed an unusual situation with regards to temperature voltage current or velocity No user interaction required C 6 Table C 1 ADU event messages Continued Appendix C System messages 98 133400 A List of ADU events 0a088 0 Antenna WARNING PMM warning The polarisation motor controller has temporarily observed an unusual situation with regards to temperature voltage current or velocity No user interaction required 0a089 0 Antenna WARNING Azi cal limits Azimuth axis calibration result check limits exceeded Pointing performance may be degraded 0a090 0 Anten
96. n on page 3 5 and Setup of Blocking zones RX and TX on page 6 16 Make sure that the safety distance for radiation hazard of 30 metres is kept See Safe access to the ADU Radiation hazard on page 3 6 98 133400 A Table 7 1 Installation check list Antenna Chapter 7 x D ate J S pz a he Nn c S Installation check list Antenna 7 2 Check that the ADU is grounded correctly using the mounting bolts 7 Check that the mounting height See Ship motion and offset of the antenna is in accordance from the ship s motion centre with the ship s min roll period on page 3 7 8 Make sure that the requirements See ADU mast design for mast foundation and height Foundation and height on including flatness gusset plates page 3 8 and distance from welding seams are met 9 Make sure that the distances to See Interference on page 3 13 radar Inmarsat systems GPS receivers and other transmitters are as required 10 Make sure that the drain tube is See Other precautions on open and risk for water intrusion page 3 17 is ata minimum 11 See Grounding the ADU on page 3 22 and Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 Table 7 1 Installation check list Antenna Continued Chapter 7 Installation check 98 133400 A 7 2 98 133400 A Installation check list ACU connectors and wiring Check that the ACU is
97. na WARNING Xel cal limits Cross elevation axis calibration result check limits exceeded Pointing performance may be degraded Nn w 5 a n v o g Nn a A 0a091 0 Antenna WARNING Ele cal limits Elevation axis calibration result check limits exceeded Pointing performance may be degraded 0a092 0 Antenna WARNING Pol cal limits Polarisation axis calibration result check limits exceeded Pointing performance may be degraded 0a093 0 Antenna WARNING ISM warning The ISM has temporarily observed an unusual situation with regards to temperature or voltage No user interaction required If repeated after cooldown and reboot the ISM or cables around it may be defective Table C 1 ADU event messages Continued 98 133400 A Appendix C System messages C 7 List of ACU events C 3 List of ACU events 08100 0 ADM ERROR PSM low voltage 22 V The ADM measures a different ADU voltage than expected If the problem is not solved by a restart and the PSM is not reporting any errors the ADM is probably defect 08101 0 ADM ERROR PSM high voltage 48 V The ADM measures a different ADU voltage than expected Check for short circuit of the antenna coax connector If the problem is not solved by a restart and the PSM is not reporting any errors the ADM is probably defective 08102 0 ADM ERROR PSM 5 V power Internal voltage supp
98. nd after restart of the system For a list of events with description error code ID explanation and remedy see List of events with explanation and remedy on page C 1 Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A Appendices Appendix A Technical specifications A 1 A 1 1 98 133400 A General specifications Frequency band Rx Tx Reflector size Certification approval ADU cable type ACU to ADU ADU cable connector at the ADU ADU cable connector at the ACU System power supply range Total system power consumption SAILOR 900 VSAT system components Ku band VSAT 10 70 to 12 75 GHz 13 75 to 14 50 GHz extended 103 cm 40 inch Compliant with CE Maritime ETSI EN 302 340 CEI IEC 60950 1 CEI IEC 60945 CEI IEC 60950 22 Single 50 Ohm coax cable for Rx Tx ACU ADU modem and power Female N Connector 50 Ohm Female N Connector 50 Ohm 20 32 VDC Start up voltage 22 VDC guaranteed 370 W peak 175 W typical up to 8 W BUC Nn e v p G D a Nn rb fe E ke Table A 1 General specifications A 1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system components A 1 2 ADU A 2 Dimensions overall Weight Antenna type pedestal Antenna type reflector system Transmit Gain Receive Gain System G T BUC output power EIRP LNB Tracking Receiver Polarisation Elevation Range Azimuth Range Ship motion angular Ship turning rate and acceleration
99. nd high power radio transmitters because they may compromise the ADU performance RF emission from radars might actually damage the ADU The SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU itself may also interfere with other radio systems It is difficult to give exact guidelines for the minimum distance between a radar and the ADU because radar power radiation pattern frequency and pulse length shape vary from radar to radar Further the ADU is typically placed in the near field of the radar ADU and reflections from masts decks and other items in the vicinity of the radar are different from ship to ship However it is possible to give a few guidelines Since a radar radiates a fan beam with a horizontal beam width of a few degrees and a vertical beam width of up to 15 the worst interference can be avoided by mounting the ADU at a different level meaning that the ADU is installed minimum 15 above or below the radar antenna Due to near field effects the benefit of this vertical separation could be reduced at short distances between radar antenna and the SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU Therefore it is recommended to ensure as much vertical separation as possible when the SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU has to be placed close to a radar antenna SAILOR SAILOR i Figure 3 11 Interference with the vessel s radar Chapter 3 Installation 3 13 e a a hej n S S Site preparation Radar distance The minimum acceptable separation d
100. nel overview LAN1 LAN2 Modem Ctrl Modem Ctrl ADU Rx Out Txin RS 422 NMEA RS 232 Power On Off Service port LAN3 LAN 4 T Connect Ethernet cable A Set to On Figure 4 4 ACU rack version connector panel overview The connector LAN to the left is typically connected to the service port at LAN3 with a straight Ethernet cable Then you can access the service port from the front of the ACU rack version Set the On Off switch at the back of the ACU to On Then you can use the On Off switch at the front panel of the ACU 19 rack version Connect the Ethernet cable to provide connection to the service port on the front of the ACU 19 rack version 4 2 Chapter 4 Interfaces 98 133400 A Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 4 1 5 DC Input connector Provide DC power to the ACU for example by using the TT 6080A Power Supply or 24 VDC from the vessel s power supply DC input Female plug Weidmuller Part number 1930050000 for wires up to AWG10 6 mm 1 Vin Red 2 Vin Black Table 4 1 DC Input plug outline and pin assignment The connector for DC input is included in the delivery Insert the power cable as shown below and plug in the connector Use the two red clamps to fasten the connector Figure 4 5 DC Input connector with power cable For more information about power supply and power requirements see Connecting power on page 5 1 98 133400 A Chapter 4 In
101. ng This section describes an initial check of the primary functions of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system and provides some guidelines for troubleshooting if one of the checks should fail Generally if a fault occurs without any obvious reason it is always recommended to observe the LEDs and the ACU display showing the active events For information on the function of the LEDs see Status signalling with LEDs and status messages on page 9 7 For a list of all the error messages and warnings see Event messages overview on page C 1 Possible failure states are shown in the web interface and the display of the ACU e SAFE MODE error in unit e ADU POST error hardware error e ACU POST error hardware error Viewing the Event list When an event is registered the web interface shows an event icon N in the icon bar as long as the event is active The ACU display shows also active events The Event list in the web interface shows a list of events that are currently active To view the event list 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 when the error is cleared Notifications are cleared automatically after 24 hours a
102. ns B 2 installing 19 rack version 3 26 TNC connector 4 4 tools needed 3 2 troubleshooting diagnostic report 9 2 TT number 2 10 U updating software 9 4 user permissions 6 22 6 23 setup 6 22 V VMU connector 4 4 Index 4 98 133400 A 98 133400 A info thrane com thrane com Thrane amp Thrane
103. nt MESS AO eSis a a aa aN C 2 ACU event messages wiccsuscsccecccseticcstidandencnsncheschascedacendachadadicaedeceusecblabencgenceusbabiaice C 8 98 133400 A Chapter 1 About this manual i a gt O 2 lt 1 1 Intended readers This is an installation and user manual for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system intended for installers of the system and service personnel Personnel installing or servicing the system must be properly trained and authorized by Thrane amp Thrane 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 For daily use of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system see the SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick guide or Daily use Quick guide on page 8 1 1 2 Manual overview This manual has the following chapters e Introduction e Installation e Interfaces Connecting power e Configuration e Installation check e Daily use Quick guide e Service This manual has the following appendices e Technical specifications Grounding and RF protection e System messages 98 133400 A 1 1 Related documents 1 3 Related documents The following related documentation is referred to in this manual 98 133401 SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick guide Table 1 1 List of Related Documents 1 4 Typography In this manual typography is used as indicated below Bold is used for the following purposes
104. oduction data is invalid 0a002 0 Antenna ERROR XIM internal Antenna configuration data stored in the PCM module is invalid 0a003 0 Antenna ERROR XIM external Antenna configuration data stored in the VIM module is invalid 0a004 0 Antenna ERROR XIM I X match Antenna configuration data stored in the PCM module does not match the configuration data stored in the VIM module 0a005 0 Antenna ERROR Antenna type The configuration antenna type is unsupported or unknown 0a006 0 Antenna ERROR PCM FPGA load The PCM FPGA cannot be initialised and loaded correctly 0a007 0 Antenna ERROR VIM FPGA load The VIM FPGA cannot be initialised and loaded correctly 0a010 0 Antenna ERROR GPS initialisation The GNSS device cannot be initialised Check cable and GNSS device 0a020 0 Antenna ERROR AMB device discovery Missing one or more of the following devices ISM DDM and PMM Check cables 0a021 0 Antenna ERROR Azi DDM ABS device Cannot initialise the azimuth DDM 0a022 0 Antenna ERROR Xel DDM ABS device Cannot initialise the cross elevation DDM 0a023 0 Antenna ERROR Ele DDM ABS device Cannot initialise the elevation DDM 0a024 0 Antenna ERROR ISM ABS device Cannot initialise the ISM Table C 1 ADU event messages G2 Appendix C System messages 98 133400 A List of ADU events 0a025 0 Antenna ERROR PMM ABS device Cannot initialise the azimuth PMM 0a030 0 Antenna ERROR Sensor s
105. of the connectors see Connectors of the ACU on page 3 23 The 19 rack version of the ACU has additionally a LAN connector at the front for accessing the service port from the ACU front panel Service port Figure 3 24 ACU LAN connector at the front Service port For information on wiring 24 VDC power see DC Input connector on page 4 3 For more information about power supply and power requirements see Connecting power on page 5 1 2 a hej Nn S S 3 5 2 Grounding the 19 rack version of the ACU Make sure that the grounding requirements are met See the appendix Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 for details about grounding ADU cable The ADU is connected to the ACU with the ADU cable coax cable with an N connector at both ends For information on ADU grounding see Grounding the ADU on page 3 22 At the ACU end itis strongly recommended to ground the ADU cable Use a short cable from the ACU to a grounding point in the rack and connect the short cable to the ADU cable at this grounding point making sure the shield of the connector is properly connected to the rack Ground stud at the ACU To ensure that the ACU is grounded also if the ADU cable is disconnected from the ACU connect an extra ground wire from the rack to the ground stud on the ACU This ground wire must be a heavy wire or braid cable with a larger diameter than the coax cable Figure 3 25 ACU 19 rack version groun
106. on 3 21 e t a pic n S S Installation of the ADU 3 3 2 3 3 3 Grounding the ADU The ADU must be grounded using the mounting bolts If the ADU cannot or should not be electrically connected directly to the mounting surface you can use a separate grounding cable to make the connection between the ADU and the common ground to which the ACU is also connected If grounding to the ship ground is impossible for example if you have a fibre glass hull see Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls on page B 7 To obtain a good ground connection the metal underneath the head of at least one bolt must be clean of insulating protective coating and a serrated washer should be used After tightening the bolts we recommend that you seal the area suitably in order to avoid corrosion of the grounding point Use stainless steel bolts and washers For further information on grounding and RF protection see Grounding and RF protection on page B 1 Alternative ADU cable The maximum allowed RF loss in the ADU cable must be lt 20 dB at 1950 MHz and 0 9 Ohm DC This is to ensure the performance of the system Preferably choose one of the cable types listed in the table below Cable Type cea maximum G02232 D 6m RG223 D 25 m RG214 U 50m S 07272B 05 95 m Table 3 7 ADU cable types and maximum lengths Check the data sheet from the cable supplier that both the RF attenuation and the DC resistance
107. onnector 4 5 LEN 4 5 0 obstructions distance and size 3 3 On Off switch rack version 4 2 order numbers 2 10 98 133400 A Index P PAST 9 7 peak current 5 1 permissions user 6 22 6 23 Person Activated Self Test 9 7 PIN administration PIN 6 19 placing the antenna 3 3 pole mount 3 8 POST 9 7 power connect 5 5 sources 5 1 power cable selection 5 2 Power On Self Test 9 7 Proxy server disabling 6 8 R radar distance from antenna 3 13 radiation iii radiation level 3 6 reset 6 24 6 30 factory default 6 23 password 6 21 reset administrator password 6 21 RF interference recommendations B 11 RF loss ADU cable maximum 3 21 roll period 3 7 RS 232 connector 4 6 RS 232 to Console cable 4 9 RS 422 connector 4 6 Rx Tx connector 4 4 Index 3 Index S W safety summary iii warning messages C 1 Self test 9 3 web interface service port 6 12 browser settings 6 8 IP address of PC 6 2 9 4 connect 6 2 rack version 4 2 LAN connector 4 7 shadowing 3 3 navigating 6 8 ship motion centre 3 7 web mmi signal level LAN connector 4 7 modem ACU display 6 27 Wiring 4 1 5 1 software license ii software update 9 4 Specifications A 1 start up current 5 1 static IP 6 2 static IP address how to set up 6 9 steel hulls grounding B 4 support contact information 9 2 System messages C 1 system reset 6 24 T terminal grounding recommendatio
108. ontrol VSAT modem control Network 1 Service port Network 2 Network 3 Figure 4 6 LAN1 LAN4 connectors 98 133400 A Chapter 4 Interfaces 4 7 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 4 8 12345678 1 Tx white orange 2 Tx orange 3 Rx white green 4 Not connected blue 5 Not connected white blue 6 Rx green 7 Not connected white brown 8 Not connected brown Table 4 7 Ethernet connector outline and pin assignment Cable type CAT5 shielded 98 133400 A Chapter 4 Interfaces Interfaces of the VMU 4 2 Interfaces of the VMU For interfaces of the VMU and how to connect a VMU correctly to the ACU see the following sections and the user documentation of the VMU 4 2 1 Connecting an iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router Connect the VSAT modem to the ACU as shown in the figure below Antenna ACU Rx Out RS 232 LAN 1 Tx In 1 2 3 4 Rx In Console LAN B Tx Out iNFINITI 5000 Satellite Router Figure 4 7 Connecting an iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router g 1 RX Out to RxIn 75 Ohm coax cables F F 1m included 2 RS 232 to Possibly supplied together with the VSAT modem Console 12345678 5 GND 5 HITTI 8 i Yo o o o Vy N ee e e 95 8 Signal power 9 RS 232 on ACU VSAT modem 3 LAN 1or2 Standard Ethernet cable 4 Tx In to Tx ou
109. or VERTICAL read from connected VSAT modem TX POLARIZATION X POL or P POL read from connected VSAT modem GPS LATITUDE current latitude read from GPS module LONGITUDE current longitude read from GPS module FIX TYPE 2D or 3D HEADING Ship s heading in degrees with reference to North provided by the ship s gyro VERSIONS Current software version SERIAL NUMBERS ACU Serial number of the below deck unit ADU Serial number of the antenna Table 6 8 ANTENNA menu of the ACU MODEM TYPE Connected modem type TX ENABLE On or off information delivered by the connected VSAT modem Table 6 9 MODEM menu of the ACU Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU RX LOCK On or off information delivered by the connected VSAT modem SIGNAL LEVEL Current input signal level from VSAT modem iDirect openAMIP modem PWR 0 500 delivered by the connected modem For values lt 250 the antenna searches after a new signal Other modem Signal level in dB Table 6 9 MODEM menu of the ACU Continued MANAGEMENT IP Current IP address of the SAILOR 900 VSAT web interface default 192 168 0 1 MANAGEMENT MASK Current netmask of the SAILOR 900 VSAT web interface default 255 255 255 0 Table 6 10 NETWORK menu of the ACU POSITION Position of the active satellite RX POLARIZAT
110. power cable selection see Power cable recommendations on page 5 3 Measuring the ship source impedance Select a power outlet from the ship 24 VDC system and measure the source impedance of the ship installation as described below 1 Measure the voltage without load R var disconnected 2 Set the current to e g 1 A by adjusting R var 3 Measure the corresponding voltage change Example 1A and 50 mV Source impedance 50 mV 1 Amp 50 mOhm Chapter 5 Connecting power 98 133400 A Power cable selection Power outlet for terminal Battery 24 VDC Ship Installations R var Figure 5 1 Measuring the ship source impedance 5 2 3 Power cable recommendations Overview The ACU is delivered with a power connector PCB plug in connector female plug Weidmuller Part number 1930050000 which accepts wires up to AWG10 6 mm e When installing the power cable install positive and negative supply wires closely together side by side to keep cable inductance low e Ensure that cable inductance for the selected cable at the desired length is less than 50 uH Approximately 50 m maximum length 2 o re 2 D i i D i c rw Calculating the maximum power cable length For 24 VDC operation the total impedance must be max 60 mOhm R max including the source impedance in the ship installation Roource The total impedance is made up of the following e Source impedance in the ship in
111. pulse repetition rates As long as receiving conditions are favorable this limited degradation is without importance However if receiving conditions are poor e g due to objects blocking the signal path heavy rainfall or icing low satellite elevation and violent ship movements the small extra degradation due to the radar s could cause poor connection quality The presence of S band radar s is unlikely to cause any performance degradation as long as the minimum distances d min listed in the previous section are applied e a a hej n S S It is strongly recommended that interference free operation is verified experimentally before the installation is finalized CAUTION The ADU must never be installed A closer to a radar than d min even if experiments show that interference free operation can be obtained at shorter distances than d min in the previous section GPS receivers Good quality GPS receivers will work properly very close to the ADU typically down to one meter outside the main beam 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 15 Site preparation Other transmitters See the following figure for minimum recommended distance to transmitters in the frequency range below 1000 MHz TX Power W Distance to transmitters m Fi
112. r name is admin and the default password is 1234 SIGNAL 0000000 Please enter administrator username and password DASHBOARD ADMINISTRATOR LOGON SETTINGS User name I SERVICE Password ADMINISTRATION Logon Cancel HELPDESK SITE MAP Forgot administrator password Figure 6 17 Web interface Administration If you have forgotten the administrator password you can reset the password For further information see the next section Resetting the administrator password 3 Click Logon The Administration page is now updated to let you change the user name and password Save load a configuration or log off Administration Changing the administrator password 1 After entering the administrator user name and password in the ADMINISTRATION page locate the section Change administrator logon SIGNAL 0000000 Please remember to log off after use DASHBOARD Change administrator logon SETTINGS User name ay SERVICE New password ADMINISTRATION Retype new password LMN User permissions Change Factory default Administrator logoff HELPDESK Logoff SITE MAP Figure 6 18 Web interface Administration change administrator logon 2 Type in the existing user name 3 Type in the new password and retype it on the next line 4 Click Change At the next logon the new password is required 6 20 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Configuration with the web interface Resetting the administrator password If you have forgotten and n
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115. rent status of the SAILOR 900 VSAT Example when logged on to the satellite HAIN THEON GPSSOK HDGSOK LAWS1 TRACKING SATI151 2 H RRIH 11 362710 75 TRI 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 ANTENNA Shows the current ADU parameters position software version and serial numbers of the ADU and ACU MODEM Selected VMU type and setup including signal level NETWORK Shows the IP address of the web interface of the ACU and the management mask You need this IP address to access the web interface with a PC SATELLITE Current satellite information This information is entered using the web interface EVENTS View system events Active events are shown as X ACTIVE EVENTS in the MAIN display Press OK to update the list Table 6 7 Top level menus of the ACU Chapter 6 Configuration S e T oO Ean D oS iS fo w Keypad of the SAILOR Menu descriptions 900 VSAT ACU POINTING ANTENNA READY no satellite profile selected ACQUISIITON in the process of logging on TRACKING tracks the current satellite operational ELEVATION Current elevation angle of the antenna AZIMUTH Current azimuth of the antenna with reference to North POLARIZATION RX POLARIZATION HORIZONTAL
116. s in your browser on page 6 8 for further information 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 7 Configuration with the web interface Icons in the icon bar The following icons may appear in the icon bar in the web interface uN An event is active Click the icon to see a list of active events For explanations of the event messages see Event messages overview on page C 1 Note that this icon will remain in the icon bar as long as the event is active Table 6 2 Web interface Icons Navigating 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 To get an overview over the submenus available use the site map click SITE MAP in the navigation pane Click on items in the site map to go directly to the relevant location Z You can give access to some configuration settings for users that are not administrators For information on how to set up user permissions see Setting up user permissions on page 6 22 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 one specific IP address so you can d
117. safety distance of 30 m from the ADU while it is transmitting based on a radiation level of 10 W m POETA w Figure 3 4 Radiation hazard safety distance 30 m SS 3 6 Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Site preparation 3 2 5 Ship motion and offset from the ship s motion centre Even though it is recommended to mount the ADU high keep the distance between the ADU and the ship s motion centre as short as possible The higher up the ADU is mounted the higher is the linear g force applied to the ADU The g force also depends on the roll period of the ship see Table 3 1 If the g force applied is too high performance and ADU signal stabilization may be reduced and eventually the ADU may be damaged Refer to the following table for allowed mounting heights above the ship s motion centre xew y e Ss a hej Nn S S Figure 3 5 Maximum distance from the ship s motion centre h max 4s 12m 16 m 6s 27m 35m 8s 48 m 62m 10s 75m 98 m Table 3 1 Maximum distance from the ship s motion center versus ship s roll period 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 7 Site preparation 3 2 6 ADU mast design Foundation and height The ADU mast must be designed to carry the weight of the ADU unit which is approximately 135 kg the weight of the mast flange The mast must also be able to withstand onboard vibrations and wind speeds up to 110 knots on t
118. secssecesccesesesseeeecesecseeceees 5 3 Connecting power to DC INnput sessessesessessessesessessessessesessessesessessesessesseseesesseseeses 5 5 ACU display after first power on example with LAN ports 1 and 4 used 5 6 Configuration Conhguraton SET Pracitacassssisteneceeeteceuptuiescceuneearassneeneeaticenumeennteauremnee 6 1 LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT ceccsceeeseeeteeeeees 6 2 Service profile add a Service modem for calibration cscesscssecetecseeseeeeeeees 6 3 Service profile add Satellite information ssccsssscadcsnssvnssanscncesssvnden sosansvnsenrendedsesvacenns 6 4 Web interface SERVICE Calibration Azimuth and cable eeescseceeeceeeeeeeeees 6 5 Topics in the web interface SITE MAP scsccccsssssnseassasaatoosanaeasenniertanademaniedaeanins 6 6 SUMO INS of th web UNG ea CS sect tacts venta ey senesinin naruk Enesi S Enae NEn Errira 6 7 Webinterface DASHBOARD ssiissisisisissesiisssisisnaiieneaseisasenduaneseniaa tiisin reniei aina 6 10 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles 0 0 eececsseeseeseeseeeecesecseeeseseeeeeees 6 13 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles example ccceseeseeceeeeeseeeeeees 6 14 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles example 6 15 Web interface SETTINGS Satellite profiles VSAT modem profiles New entry 6 15 Web interface SETTINGS Blocking ZONES cssssscescesssesceeecesec
119. ses where the ADU is to be isolated from the mounting base shoulder bushings and washers accessories must be used as illustrated below Please note that the isolation has to be implemented on all four mounting bolts including the bolt securing the ground cable Plain washer stainless steel ps Spring washer Isolating shoulder bush stainless steel Figure B 7 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base Chapter B Grounding and RF protection 98 133400 A RF interference The ground cable must be connected at one of the mounting grounding bolts on the ADU as illustrated below Remember to seal the joint with protective coating to avoid corrosion RSSXSSSS ASS E VA 24 ue ac 5 ez e 1 Ground cable lating shoulder bush I P washer stainless steel bround cable Serrated washer stainless steel z washer stainless steel Spring washer stainless steel Figure B 8 ADU isolation and grounding cable B 7 RF interference Interference induced from nearby high power RF transmitters might cause system failures and in extreme cases permanent damage to the SAILOR 900 VSAT equipment If there are problems with interference from HF transmitters it is adv
120. ssesessesseseese A 7 Outline drawing ACU 19 inch TACK scsccsscsncccassscaseiscthanasdasbataatbantagsdenssbdcaantancinncnnns A 8 Grounding and RF protection Extending the ground plane isn cccccouscresasrcadecesten vanes chdadadensepsaaaebueedenntontuadeantucieomeane B 2 Grounding the ADU ssssssessssssssesessesseseesessesessessesessessessesessessessesessessessesessessesesseses B 3 Grounding at a dedicated RF ground alternative cscescsscesseecseeteeseeeeeeees B 5 Alternative grounding for aluminium hulls cc eeceeceteceeeseesseesceeeceecsseceeeeeees B 7 Alternative grounding for fiberglass NUlls cceccscssesseeseessesecceeceeceseeeeeeeees B 8 XV List of Figures Figure 8 6 Separate ground Ca De ssis nion enea aa EEEREN B 9 Figure B 7 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base ccscsssscceceseceseceeeeseeseesteeeaes B 10 Figure B 8 ADU isolation and grounding Cable cccecssecsecssesscsceseceeeceseceeeceseeeeseeeeees B 11 App C System messages xvi 98 133400 A List of Tables Chapter 1 Table 1 1 Chapter 2 Table 2 1 Table 2 2 Chapter 3 Table 3 1 Table 3 2 Table 3 3 Table 3 4 Table 3 5 Table 3 6 Table 3 7 Chapter 4 Table 4 1 Table 4 2 Table 4 3 Table 4 4 Table 4 5 Table 4 6 Table 4 7 Table 4 8 Table 4 9 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Table 6 1 Table 6 2 Table 6 3 Table 6 4 Table 6 5 98 133400 A About this manual List of Related
121. stained request that the carrier s agent be present when opening the cartons and wooden box Save all box packing material for future use power to the system 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 f WARNING To avoid electric shock do not apply After unpacking the system i e removing the top and sides of the wooden box and opening the cartons 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 Tools needed These tools for the ADU installation are included in the delivery and mounted on a tool holder inside the radome e Unbraco key 5 mm Other tools that may be needed during the installation e Wrench to fasten the mounting bolts for the ADU e Wrench to fasten the N connector at the ADU e PC and Internet browser Drill for the mounting holes for the ACU e Crimping tools Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A 3 2 3 2 1 3 2 2 98 133400 A Site preparation Site preparation The following topics have to be considered when installing the ADU e General site considerations Obstructions ADU shadowing Blocking zones azimuth and elevation Safe access to the ADU Radiation hazard Ship
122. stallation Impedance of the selected power cable To calculate the maximum cable extension do as follows 1 First measure the source impedance in the ship installation as shown in Measuring the ship source impedance on page 5 2 2 Find the resistance per meter Rwire for the cable type you are going to use For 4 mm2 AWG 11 the value is 4 8 mOhm m at 55 C For 6 mm2 AWG 10 the value is 3 8 mOhm m at 55 C For other cable types refer to the data sheet for the cable Maximum length 0 5 x Rmax Rsource Rwire 98 133400 A Chapter 5 Connecting power 5 3 Power cable selection The length is multiplied by 0 5 above because there are two conductors in the cable If the TT 6080A Power Supply is used use Rooyrce 0 mOhm Examples for using the TT 6080A Power Supply AWGll max 0 5 x 60 mOhm 0 4 8 mOhm m 6 2 m AWG10 max 0 5 x 60 mOhm 0 3 8 mOhm m 7 9 m 5 4 Chapter 5 Connecting power 98 133400 A Connecting power 5 3 Connecting power To connect the power cable to the ACU 1 Connect the positive and negative input terminals to the ship s DC supply according to the recommendations in the previous sections 2 Connect the power plug to DC Input For information on pin out see DC Input connector on page 4 3 NMEA 0183 2000 20 32 VDC 23 14 A Figure 5 2 Connecting power to DC Input J 2 i 5 W D i i 5 98 133400 A Chapter 5 Connecting power 5 5 Power up 5 4
123. t 75 Ohm coax cables F F 1 m included Table 4 8 Cables to connect an iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router 98 133400 A Chapter 4 Interfaces 4 9 Interfaces of the VMU 4 2 2 Connecting an Evolution X5 Satellite Router Connect the VSAT modem to the ACU as shown in the figure below Antenna Antenna ACU Rx Out RS 232 LAN 1 Tx In 1 2 3 4 Rx In Console LAN Tx Out Evolution X5 Satellite Router Figure 4 8 Connecting an Evolution X5 Satellite Router For cables see Table 4 8 Cables to connect an iNFINITI 5000 Series Satellite Router on page 4 9 4 2 3 Connecting a Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem Connect the VSAT modem to the ACU as shown in the figure below Antenna Antenna ACU Rx Out RS 232 Tx In Rx Remote control Alarms Tx 950 1950 MH 950 1950 MH Comtech 570 L Band Satellite Modem Z Figure 4 9 Connecting a Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem 1 RX Out to Rx 950 75 Ohm coax cables F F Im and 1950 MHz adapter F to N 50 Ohm included 2 RS 232 to Remote control 37 134337 A Cable Comtech and Alarms Serial and RSSI 3 Tx In to Tx 950 1950 MHz 75 Ohm coax cables F F 1 m included Table 4 9 Cables to connect a Comtech 570 L Band Satellite Modem 4 10 Chapter 4 Interfaces 98 133400 A Connecting power 5 1 98 133400 A This chapter is organised in the following sections e Power source e Power
124. t the same electrical ground potential as the ACU see Grounding the ADU B 5 2 Grounding the ADU If the mounting base of the ADU is electrically connected to any other ground potential than the ACU e g Lightning Ground the ADU must be isolated at its mounting bolts by means of shoulder bushings and washers see page B 10 However a ground connection must be established via one of the mounting bolts using a separate ground cable The ground cable must be routed parallel and in close 98 133400 A Chapter B Grounding and RF protection B 7 u ac 5 D me I je 1 Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls proximity to the shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to the ACU Grounding kit A tinned heavy gauge wire min 6 mm2 can be used for this purpose Heavy Gauge Wire Terminal Grounding Kit a a SS 7 7 7 Terminal Figure B 5 Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls B 8 Chapter B Grounding and RF protection 98 133400 A B 6 B 6 1 B 6 2 98 133400 A Separate ground cable Separate ground cable Ground cable construction When dealing with electrical installations in a marine environment all wiring must be done with double insulated tinned high quality and if exposed also UV resistant cables This shall also apply to the separate ground ca
125. ter SMTP server Sender email address List of recipients comma separated Send diagnostic report each Select disabled hour day default week or month Click Apply nn FF Ww N Self test You can start a self test of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ADU and ACU 1 Click Self test in the HELP DESK page 2 Click the menu item Self test Oa Warning The SAILOR 900 VSAT will reboot to perform the self test Rebooting the ACU will terminate all existing connections 98 133400 A Chapter 9 Service 9 3 Software update 9 2 Software update Hardware and software requirements 9 2 1 9 4 The following items are required before the software can be updated One computer with a standard Ethernet port available A standard Internet browser 1024x768 pixels or higher display resolution The program is best viewed using small fonts One straight LAN cable The file containing the new software Software update ADU and ACU gt Software update should only be done by qualified service 1 personnel Power up the SAILOR 900 VSAT system i e switch on the ACU Wait until the LEDs on the front plate of the ACU show that the system is ready to be configured e Power LED Green Logon LED Off e Fail Pass LED Flashing green during power on self test after that steady green Set up your PC network connection to use a static IP address e IP 192 168 0 2 e Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 e Gateway 192 16
126. terfaces Nn w W ran w 4 3 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 4 1 6 ADU connector There is just one cable from the ACU to the ADU This is used to power the ADU supply 10 MHz clock handle all communication between ACU and ADU and deliver the VSAT Rx and Tx signals 1 Inner conductor DC to ADU 10 MHz clock to ADU ACU to ADU internal communication VSAT Rx Tx 2 Outer conductor GND Shield Table 4 2 N connector outline and pin assignment OZA Do not use TNC connectors on the ADU antenna cable or on pigtails TNC connectors cannot carry the DC current for operating the ADU 4 1 7 Rx Tx connectors for VMU Connect the Rx and Tx channels of the VMU to the Rx and Tx connectors of the ACU with the 2 supplied Rx Tx cables 75 Ohm coax F F 1 m 1 Inner conductor 10 MHz clock VSAT Rx Tx 2 Outer conductor GND Shield Table 4 3 F connector Rx and Tx outline and pin assignment 4 4 Chapter 4 Interfaces 98 133400 A Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU 4 1 8 NMEA 0183 2000 connector Prepared for NMEA 2000 Connect the ship s gyro to this connector 1 Oiii 1 1l 2 NET H NMEA White 2000 3 NET L NMEA 2000 Blue 4 NET S NMEA 2000 Red g 5 NET C NMEA 2000 Black i w F F 5 7 8 Shields 9 Line B NMEA 0183 10 Line A NMEA 0183 ll 7 7 Table 4
127. ternet Protocol TCP IP 4 Click Properties e Make sure that the following is selected Use the following IP address works for ACU default IP 192 168 0 1 IP address 192 168 0 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 0 1 Use the following DNS server addresses Not used 98 133400 A Chapter 6 Configuration 6 9 Configuration with the web interface 6 3 2 Using the Dashboard The Dashboard is the first screen that is displayed when the user or administrator enters the IP address of the web interface of the ACU The Dashboard is used for set up and selection of satellite and modem profiles control and inspection of ongoing communication and for viewing properties and status of the ACU and ADU Thrane amp Thrane SIGNAL HEREEOO PMEEEE LD SAILOR 900 VSAT SETTINGS System status Acquisition ACU part name TT 7016A SELES GPS position 55 48 N 12 31 E ADU part name TT 7009A ADMINISTRATION Vessel heading 0 ACU serial number 123456789 HELPDESK Satellite profile 15W Telstar 12 ADU serial number 123456789 SITE MAP Satellite position 15 W Software version 1 00 RX polarisation Horizontal Management IP address 192 168 0 1 TX polarisation X pol RX RF frequency 12 701815 GHz LNB LO frequency 11 25 GHz TX RF frequency 14 20405 GHz BUC LO frequency 12 8 GHz Tracking RF frequency 12 701815 GHz VSAT MODEM Signal level 0 dB Model iDirect Evolution X5 Series RX IF frequency 1367 MHz TX IF frequency 1000 MHz
128. that the values are only guidelines always consider the environment and characteristics of the ship before deciding on the mast dimensions 0 4 200 5 24 0 A e 0 6 220 5 26 5 0 8 250 5 30 2 1 270 5 32 7 Table 3 2 Mast dimensions without braces a The height of 0 4 m is not recommended to be used as it will make access through the ADU s service hatch difficult 1 2 140 10 50 5 0 1 2 200 5 50 5 0 1 6 140 10 70 5 0 1 6 200 5 70 5 0 2 160 10 70 5 0 2 220 5 70 5 0 2 5 180 10 80 5 0 2 5 220 5 80 5 0 Table 3 3 Mast dimensions with 3 braces 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation 3 11 Site preparation 3 12 1 2 200 5 80 5 0 1 6 180 10 80 5 0 1 6 220 5 80 5 0 2 180 10 80 5 0 2 240 5 80 5 0 2 5 200 10 80 5 0 2 5 260 5 80 5 0 Table 3 4 Mast dimensions with 2 braces Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A 3 2 7 Radar 98 133400 A Site preparation Interference M Do not place the ADU close to interfering signal sources or receivers For allowed distances to other transmitters see Figure 3 12 Recommended distance to transmitters m for frequencies below 1000 MHz on page 3 16 We recommend testing the total system by operating all equipment simultaneously and verifying that there is no interference The ADU must be mounted as far away as possible from the ship s radar a
129. the Help desk 9 2 If you need help with airtime related issues for the VSAT subscription you may call the Help desk By default the Help desk is the phone number for your VSAT service provider To access the Help desk select HELP DESK from the left navigation pane SIGNAL EREREOO SUPPORT DASHBOARD 5 s For help please contact Please enter support information here SETTINGS SELES DIAGNOSTIC REPORT GR DA TEDL EAE Generate diagnostic report to file Generate repot HELPDESK Sic e EMAILING DIAGNOSTIC REPORT SEES SMTP server 4 SITE MAP Sender email address List of recipients comma seperated Send diagnostic report each day Apply Cancel Figure 9 1 Web interface HELPDESK Click the link enter support information and click Apply SUPPORT For help please contact Please enter support inf Apply Cancel Figure 9 2 Web interface HELPDESK enter support contact If you need help with ACU or ADU related issues call your service provider Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A Getting support Helpdesk Generating a diagnostic report and sending it You can send automatically generated diagnostic reports at fixed intervals The diagnostic report contains information relevant for the service personnel during troubleshooting To generate a diagnostic report click Generate report You can generate diagnostic reports and send them to e mail addresses automatically at specified intervals Fill in the following 1 En
130. transmission make sure that nobody gets WARNING closer than the recommended minimum safety distance EAE ENE MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE big 30 METRES The minimum safety distance to the Above Deck Unit reflector on the focal line is 30 m based on a radiation level of 10 W m No hazard exists gt 25 below the Above Deck Unit s mounting plane Refer to the drawing below f Safety distance D gt 30m 10 Wim No transmit zones In order to protect personnel no transmit zones can be programmed For further information see Blocking zones azimuth and elevation on page 3 5 Distance to other equipment Do not move the Above Deck Unit closer to radars than the minimum safe distance specified in section Interference on page 3 13 it may cause damage to the Above Deck Unit 98 133400 A iii Compass Safe Distance SAILOR 900 VSAT antenna or ADU Above Deck Unit min 130 cm IEC 945 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU Antenna Control Unit min 10 cm IEC 945 Service User access to the interior of the ACU is prohibited Only a technician authorized by Thrane amp Thrane A S may perform service failure to comply with this rule will void the warranty Access to the interior of the Above Deck Unit is allowed Replacement of certain modules and general service may only be performed by a technician authorized by Thrane amp Thrane A S Grounding cables and connections To minimize shock hazard and to protect against lightning the
131. ts of two units e Above Deck Unit ADU e Antenna Control Unit ACU 2 1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system The following figures show the SAILOR 900 VSAT system with its two variants of ACUs SAILOR Thrane amp Thrane Above Deck Unit ADU Antenna Control Unit ACU Figure 2 1 Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit ACU Above Deck Unit ADU SAILOR Thrane amp Thrane Antenna Control Unit ACU 1 U 19 rack mount Figure 2 2 Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit ACU 19 rack version 2 2 Chapter 2 Introduction 98 133400 A SAILOR 900 VSAT system SAILOR 900 VSAT features Single 50 Ohm coax cable for the ADU Support of several VSAT modems Service communication using SAILOR FleetBroadband over WAN Remote or local simultaneous software update of ADU and ACU via PC and Internet browser e pa e e Global RF configuration Full remote control and troubleshooting with built in test equipment BITE ACU with 4 x LAN NMEA 0183 NMEA 2000 RS 232 and RS 422 All interfaces at the ACU no additional units required DC powered Start up voltage 22 VDC guaranteed operating range 20 32 VDC No scheduled maintenance 2 1 1 Above Deck Unit ADU The SAILOR 900 VSAT Above Deck Unit is a 103 cm VSAT stabilised tracking antenna consisting of a suspended antenna with a standard global RF configuration The Above Deck Unit s weight is around 135 kg It
132. ulkhead N v P D a Nn v iE E Thrane amp Thrane ine Orawing For TT 3016A OE a eee EL Hey J IG pS a Figure A 2 Outline drawing ACU bulkhead 98 133400 A Appendix A Technical specifications A 7 Outline drawings ACU 19 inch rack A 2 3 Y mav za ane NOLLIarONd NOW BITZEIIELL a y oS FE NO GSSA_ ASS _1XEN VOLOL LL ie aa IUN 194409 D O ieme oare o g zor F J g g ER N 2E S anera SUEILL 2g IVETL ESEE
133. vation motor and encoder nn FP Ww N Zero Reference Module x4 ZRM not visible on photo 98 133400 A Chapter 9 Service 9 11 Removal and replacement of modules DC Motor Driver Module for elevation on the side Elevation motor and encoder not visible on photo Polarisation Motor Module PMM not visible on photo wo Oo N O Polarisation motor and encoder not visible on photo 10 Block Up Converter BUC behind cable screen not visible on photo 11 Low Noise Block downconverter LNB not visible on photo 12 Ortho Mode Transducer OMT not visible on photo 13 Inertial Sensor Module ISM 14 Pedestal Control Module PCM 15 Motor stop button service switch In switch off position the DC Motor Driver modules and the BUC are turned off for safe conditions during service and repair The switch must be in on position for normal ADU operation Figure 9 9 Above Deck Unit modules continued 16 DC Motor Driver Module for Azimuth 9 12 Chapter 9 Service 98 133400 A Removal and replacement of modules 17 Azimuth motor and encoder not visible on photo 18 Rotary joint not visible on photo 19 Feed horn Before contacting your service partner check the LEDs on each module See LEDs of the ADU modules on page 9 8 and LEDs in the ACU on page 9 9 98 133400 A Chapter 9 Service 9 13 Initial troubleshooting 9 5 Overview 9 5 1 Event list Initial troubleshooti
134. ware is necessary because the web interface is built into the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU Browsers supported 98 133400 A You access the web interface from a computer with a standard Internet browser Introduction to the built in web interface 6 1 2 6 2 Connecting to the web interface To connect to the web interface of the ACU do as follows 1 5 Power up the SAILOR 900 VSAT system i e switch on the ACU Wait until the LEDs on the front plate of the ACU 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 Set up your PC network connection to use a static IP address e IP 192 168 0 2 e Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 e Gateway 192 168 0 1 For more detailed instructions and proxy server settings see Overview and navigation on page 6 6 Connect a PC to LAN interface 3 Service port standard Ethernet of the ACU For the rack version connect the LAN cable to the front LAN connector of the ACU Figure 6 2 LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT Open your Internet browser and enter the IP address of the ACU The IP address is http 192 168 0 1 default The web interface opens directly with the DASHBOARD page For a detailed introduction to the web interface see Overview and navigation on page 6 6 Chapter 6 Configuration 98 133400 A Calibr
135. xtra ground wire to the ground stud on the ACU This ground wire must be a heavy wire or braid cable with a larger diameter than the coax cable minimum cross section 4 mm2 Ground stud 20 32 VDC 23 14A Figure 3 20 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU bulkhead version ground stud SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU bulkhead with cable support You can mount a Cable Relief for the ACU bulkhead This is a simple system to which you can secure your cables using cable strips When mounted on the ACU the cable relief offers a number of holders to which you can secure the cables from the ACU using cable strips Chapter 3 Installation 98 133400 A Installation of the ACU bulkhead To mount the cable relief do as follows 1 Remove the two rubber washers from the bottom of the ACU at the connector panel end The threaded bushings underneath the rubber washers are used for mounting the cable support e JS a pic n S Figure 3 21 Mounting the cable relief 1 2 2 Fasten the Basic cable support to the ACU using two M4 x 6 mm countersunk screws n Figure 3 22 Mounting the cable relief 2 2 98 133400 A Chapter 3 Installation Installation of the 19 rack version of the ACU 3 5 3 5 1 3 Mount the ACU by inserting 6 screws through the holes in the mounting bracket and into the mounting surface 4 Make sure the grounding requirements are met See Grounding the ACU bulkhead on page 3 24 and t
136. yrocompass autopilot GPS receivers and many other types of instruments It has been defined by and is controlled by the U S based National Marine Electronics Association Ortho Mode Transducer Open Antenna Modem Interface Protocol Person Activated Self Test Pedestal Control Module Polarisation Motor Module Power On Self Test A system test that is activated each time the system is powered on Term for an ACU module Radio Frequency Electromagnetic wave frequencies between about 3 kilohertz and about 300 gigahertz including the frequencies used for communications signals radio television cell phone and satellite transmissions or radar signals Radio Frequency Interference A non desired radio signal which creates noise or dropouts in the wireless system or noise in a sound system Roaming Oceanic Satellite Server Received Signal Strength Indicator VSAT Interface Module VSAT Modem Unit Glossary 3 gt oO n a amp 1 Glossary Glossary 4 VSAT WAN XIM ZRM Very Small Aperture Terminal a two way satellite ground station or a stabilized maritime VSAT antenna with a dish antenna that is smaller than 3 metres Wide Area Network Term used for service and support Zero Reference Module 98 133400 A A access limit 6 22 ACU description 2 6 grounding 3 24 3 27 installing 3 23 ACU events C 8 ACU interfaces 2 7 administration settings 6 19 administrator log off 6

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