iNetVu® Mobile Platform Installation Manual 1-877 - C-Com
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1. p m m A X he BS ee z _ vivis I if 0 F y 71 5 dE DIEA CY ite 28 0 i Ir 31 BEL pH 52 Q ja 98 1 aa Fig 2 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platforms iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 20 of 91 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 1500 KU Band Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 21 of 91 Fig 3 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu9 1500 KU Band Mobile Platforms iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 22 of 91 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 1500 INSAT C Band Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 23 of 91 815 2 F Fig 4 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 1500 INSAT C Band Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 24 of 91 Clearance Requirements for 1500 Standard C Band Standard Linear Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 25 of 91 Fig 5 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 1500 C Band Standard Linear Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 26 of 91 Clearance Requirements for the iNetVu 1200 Mobile Platform FRONT OF VEHICLE 12 Mote Recommended radius ta NES r account for during wehicle L7 z installation is G4 REAR OF VEHICLE B0 75 fo pec ee ao a 4 i T all a Dao Roms ag zh Bre rH PR cg eS T E EE ets 22 0 ki aud s Mn ee2. Fig 54 Cutting length for adhesive foam sample iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 64 of 91 2 Expose the adhesive end of the foam piece and apply to the side of the BUC that will be making contact with the feed arm as shown in the pictures below Fig 55 Exposing adhesive and attaching to BUC 3 Place the flat end of the BUC or the end that will lay flat against the feed arm downwards on your work surface 4 nstall one end fitting onto one side of the clamp strap using the provided truss machine screws and washers as depicted in the pictures below Fig 56 One Side End Fitting Installation iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 65 of 91 5 Place the side of the strap with the installed end fitting flat on the work surface and wrap the strap firmly around the BUC less the side in contact with the work surface Cut the strap such that the side without the end fitting installed on it is 0 25 to 0 5 inches away from the work surface as depicted in the pictures below Ensure to make the cut between two holes on the strap The holes should be visible through the shrink tubing Fig 58 Cutting the clamp strap midpoint between two holes iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 66 of 91 6 Expose two holes from the end of the strap without the end fitting with a razor or sharp edge and install the second end fitting as depicted in the pictures below Both end fitting installations are similar in orientatio
3. Fig 6 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu9 1200 Mobile Platforms iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 27 of 91 Clearance Requirements for the iNetVu 980 Mobile Platform vehicle front 18 0 of vehicle front of vehicle front of vehicle Fig 7 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 980 Mobile Platforms iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 28 of 91 Front of Vehicle Note This is the front Rear of Vehicle Fig 8 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu amp 750 980 Mobile Platform Fig 9 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu amp Ka 66 Mobile Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 29 of 91 6 Slide the Mobile Platform over to the center of the roof using a tape measure 7 Mark a foot print or outline of the Mobile Platform onto the vehicle s roof using chalk or non permanent marker Fig 10 Marked outline of an iNetVu Mobile Platform 8 Verify that the roof is flat within 1 16 1 6mm Note If the roof surface is not flat within 1 16 1 6mm apply a thin layer of structural epoxy grout between the base and vehicle surface Snug the bolts finger tight and allow epoxy to cure before the final torque down 9 Drill the appropriate sized pilot holes for the roof type if required Fiberglass Required Regular non self tapping stainless steel screws Rubber covered metal Not required Self tapping stainless steel screws Aluminum Not required Se
4. Reflector End Fig 52 Correctly mounted and secured BUC with 74 space between BUC and Feed Arm Bar 4 Connect Tx Coaxial cable to the BUC iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 62 of 91 5 Connect the Flexible Waveguide to the BUC Ensure that the Flexible Waveguide is on the right side of the springs if applicable and if facing the Reflector as depicted in the figure below Flexible Waveguide attached on the correct side of the Polarization Cage springs Fig 53 Correct Position of the connected Flexible Waveguide 8 Congratulations The BUC has been successfully installed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 63 of 91 4 7 Installing BUC Using Universal Mounting Clamp Kit This procedure describes the steps involved for installing a Block Up Converter BUC to the iNetVu Platforms using a Universal Mounting Clamp Kit The installation procedure described below shows images for a 2W BUC but may be utilized for any sized BUC installation Required Materials iNetVu Mobile Platform with mounting plate Universal Transmitter Mounting Clamp Kit BUC Block Up Converter 2 Phillips Screwdriver Allen Key Set Metal Cutting Shears Procedure 1 Place the foam protector onto the flat surface of the BUC or the surface that is going to be into contact with the feedarm and cut the required length The length of the foam piece should be approximately the length of the BUC as depicted in fig below
5. 3 Manually rotate transmitter bracket to the desired orientation by hand Bracket Pointing UP Vertical Transmit Horizontal Receive Bracket Pointing LEFT RIGHT Horizontal Transmission Vertical Receive COPOL OMT ASSEMBLIES Bracket Pointing UP Horizontal Transmit Horizontal Receive Bracket Pointing LEFT RIGHT Vertical Transmission Vertical Receive iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 70 of 91 Fig 66 Transmitter bracket orientation for Vertical Transmit Horizontal Receive Fig 67 Transmitter bracket orientation for Horizontal Transmit Vertical Receive 4 Ensure the transmitter bracket is level 5 Tighten transmitter bracket 6 Congratulations The transmit polarization has been successfully adjusted iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 71 of 91 4 9 Removing the 90 Degree OMT Elbow on iNetVu 750 Mobile Platform This procedure describes the steps involved in removing the 90 degree elbow from the OMT when Horizontal Polarization is required on the iNetVu 750 Mobile System This prevents the LNB from hitting the mount base and possibly breaking or damaging the device Required Materials for iNetVu 750 Mobile Platform e Philips Screw Driver long handle Procedure 7 Raise the dish and ensure that Azimuth and Polarization are in stowed position 8 Loosen the four 4 screws located on the OMT filter using the Philips screw driver in order to get to the 90 degree elbow OMT Filter
6. compatible with any configured satellite Dish pointing is automatic and fully software controlled Optimized signal reception and transmission Fast re acquisition based on last good position Interfaces with a full function controller with features such as automatic stowing GPS and flux gate compass and automatic satellite pointing Reliable acquiring minimal maintenance e Self calibrating and tuning after satellite acquisition iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page 9 of 91 1 4 iNetVu Antenna The iNetVu 1800 1500 1200 985 980 755 and 660 Antenna are circular 1 8m 1 2m 0 98m 5m and 0 66m respectively two way Ku Band satellite dish mounted over an arm that supports the antenna Radio Transmitter and Low Noise Block LNB Additionally the iNetVu 1500 1800 Mobile Platforms can be configured for C Band and the 1800 for C Circular C Linear The iNetVu 950 750 740 Antennae are elliptical 0 95m 0 75m 0 74m respectively two way Ku Band satellite dishes mounted over an arm that supports the antenna plus the Radio Transmitter and the Low Noise Block LNB iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page 10 of 91 1 5 iNetVu Controllers The iNetVu Antenna Controllers have been designed to automate the operation of Mobile systems Key Features Automatic azimuth polarization and elevation pointing calculation GPS Glonass receiver for determining antenna latitude and longitude coordinates Fluxgate
7. iNetVu 660 111 Ibs 50 kg 2 4 Additional Considerations A clear unobstructed view of the southern sky is required for reliable satellite communication for users in the Northern Hemisphere Vice versa for those in the Southern Hemisphere iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 14 of 91 ciNetVu Chapter 3 iNetVu Mobile System Installation THE iNetVu MOBILE PLATFORM SHOULD NEVER BE CAUTI O N OPERATED WITHOUT ITS CONTROLLER AND SHOULD NEVER BE CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO A BATTERY DOING SO WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ON BOTH THE CONTROLLER AND THE PLATFORM AND THE CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT COSTS RELATING TO THE DAMAGE THE POWER TO OPERATE THE MOBILE PLATFORM SHOULD ALWAYS BE CONNECTED TO THE CONTROLLER VIA ITS APPROPRIATE POWER CABLE WHICH IS FUSED POWER SHOULD NEVER BE APPLIED DIRECTLY TO THE PLATFORM TO RAISE OR LOWER IT WITHOUT THE USE OF THE CONTROLLER NOT FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL SEVERELY DAMAGE THE PLATFORM AND WILL ALSO DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER ONCE IT IS ATTACHED TO THE PLATFORM THAT HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO DIRECT BATTERY OPERATION WITHOUT THE USE OF THE CONTROLLER 3 1 General All iNetVu Mobile Systems have been fully tested with the iNetVu Controller prior to shipment All position feedback limit sensing limit switches and motor speeds have been calibrated and preset prior to shipping The wave guide the boom mounted Radio Transmitter cables and the Transmission Receive coaxia
8. 12 iNetVu amp 980 950 750 740 660 Mobile Platform CAD Drawing 10 Verify the location of the Mobile platform and drill the appropriate number of mounting holes for installation The holes and slots may be used for stabilizing the unit on the roof top ru Ns A Fig 1 3 Drilling the pilot holes and caulking the mounting holes on the roof 11 Remove the Mobile platform from the roof and caulk the mounting holes iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 33 of 91 12 Ensuring the proper front back orientation of the Mobile platform lower the iNetVu system back over the pilot holes 13 Insert the mounting bolts and torque them to 9 10 ft Ibs 14 Apply a small quantity of good quality caulk to the bolt heads Fig 14 Torque down the mounting screws 15 There are two equivalent methods for running the cables and wiring into your vehicle e Using the refrigerator ventilation opening if large enough If the refrigerator ventilation opening is used take care not to block the vent and to keep the cables away from any hot surfaces e Drilling an opening on the roof Steps 17 21 describe this method 16 Drill a 172 38 1mm diameter opening and run the Motor Control Cable Sensor Cable GPS wire Tx and Rx coaxial cables from the roof into the vehicle leaving AMP plugs on the outside Running the cables from the roof in this manner will minimize the size of the hole that will need to be drilled iNetVu Mobile
9. 81 of 91 8 Attach the new polarization cage assembly to the feedarm using the 3 16 Allen screws and rerun the RX coax cable through the polarization cage assembly in same area it was removed 9 Run the polarization motor and polarization potentiometer cables through the provided hole on the polarization cage to the underside of the feedarm 10 Attach the polarization motor and polarization potentiometer cables to the internal wiring harness under the feedarm The internal wires should be labeled according to their proper component iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 82 of 91 11 Slide the wave guide through the opening on the polarization cage as depicted in the figure below Ensure the wave guide will not get in the way of the OMT if the system polarizes to 90 degrees 12 Congratulations you have successfully installed the new polarization cage assembly iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 83 of 91 4 14 Recognizing and Switching Left Hand and Right Hand Polarity on Circular C Band Products Affected e iNetVu Platforms 1800C Description This article explains how to recognize and switch between left hand and right hand polarity on circular C Band Polarization Assemblies Required Materials e Allen Key Set Solution s 1 The RHCP or LHCP mark on the Flange will line up with the mark at top center of OMT this identifies polarity setting on the polarizer 2 To switch from Left Hand t
10. Indicates a situation or practice that might result in property or equipment damage iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page 8 of 91 1 3 System Overview The iNetVu Mobile Satellite Internet system is an automatic scanner polarizer and beam positioning system for a foldable two way satellite antenna It has been designed to automatically find and acquire the satellite beam and the position based on both a GPS position reading as well as other positioning parameters lt is targeted for mobile users worldwide who require broadband Internet access in large continuous coverage areas including remote locations where DSL and Cable and other Internet services do not exist It provides two way high speed data communications over satellite iNetVu empowers mobile users with the ability to stop anywhere there is Satellite coverage and access Internet at broadband speeds The mobile system offers the following additional capabilities and features e Mobile Platform features a 3 axis DC motor drive system e Elevation system features a highly reliable linear actuator to control elevation e All drive components are high strength steel housed in lubricated housings which results in a rigid highly reliable system with the minimum of weight e Reflector is an offset prime focus SMC high strength plastic illuminated by a corrugated horn e Satellite acquisition and lock in less than 5 minutes under normal circumstances oatellite independent
11. clamp and ensure screws are tightened Connect the waveguide to the BUC using the appropriate machine screws Ensure the groove of the waveguide aligns with the groove of the BUC This procedure can be used for all three Ku C Circular and C Linear Bands version of the POL Feed Horn Assembly iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 78 of 91 4 13A1200 B C Co Pol Installation Assembly Description This procedure describes the steps involved in changing the polarization cage on the 1 2 Mobile systems Required Materials Allen Key Set Philips Screw Driver Replacement Feed Assembly Solution s 1 Disconnect the RX Cable from the LNB 2 Disconnect the polarization pot and the polarization motor cables from the internal wiring harness You may have to cut through some of the tie wraps to loosen up the cables iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 79 of 91 3 Slide the polarization pot and polarization motor cables out of the hole they were originally inserted into through the polarization cage 4 Slide the wave guide out from underneath the feed arm as depicted in the figure below iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 80 of 91 5 Remove the six 6 3 16 Allen screws attaching the polarization cage to the feed arm 3 on each side of the feedarm 7 Slide the new polarization cage onto the feed arm and align the mounting holes on both assemblies iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page
12. further assistance iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 85 of 91 C BAND WR1937 to N type Adapter Installation Products Affected e iNetVu Platforms 1800B 1800C 1800E 1500B 1500C 1500E Description This article explains how to install the C Band WR137 to N type adapter to replace the flexible waveguide assembly Required Materials Allen Key Set Philips Screwdriver set WR137 to N type adapter cable WR137 to N type adapter with O ring quantity 2 Translucent Silicon Grease Recommended MG Chemical MILS 8660C ROHS Compliant Solution s 1 Apply a small amount of silicon grease to the Adapters and BUC O rings to act as a sealer and a retainer to keep the seals in the grooves during installation of both flanges with O rings 2 Install one C Band WR137 to N type adapter onto the BUC using the four 4 provided screws with the N type Coax end facing down i e the opposite direction of the side of the BUC that rests against the feedarm as depicted in the picture below M LE WE A Y 7 tee Ft r ee bee cin OH s J ford P T x Fig 71 WR137 to N adapter BUC installation iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 86 of 91 3 Install the recommended 50 ohm N type RF Cable with the right angle connector onto the N type port of the WR137 to N type adapter The cable should be facing outwards towards the OMT as depicted in the picture below Fig 2 N type cable installation with ri
13. that the Ball Joint Stud faces outwards away from the centre of the Reflector li Verify holes on the reflector mounting bracket side have been counter sunk otherwise the flat head screws will not be flush with the Mounting bracket once installed ii Align the backing plates on the back of the reflector with the mounting holes of the gas spring brackets as depicted in Fig 23 and Fig 24 iv Insert and tighten the two 2 lower screws closest to reflector edge am Back Plates Fig 23 Backing plate location iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 40 of 91 ORIENT BACKING PLATE AS SHOWN NOTE POSITION OF SMALL CORNER RAD Fig 24 Backing Plate Orientation v Insert and tighten the two 2 upper screws Note No washers installed with brackets o Ensure the screws on the front mounting bracket with stud are sub flush of the brackets Fig 25 Mounting Bracket Assy with screws sub flush 6 If replacing existing Mounting Brackets see Appendix A for full details iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 41 of 91 7 Re attach the Reflector Back Cover to the Reflector leaving the strap at the bottom open 8 Carefully place the reflector onto the Mobile Platform Ensure that the Reflector Support Bracket at the base of the Elevation Arm fits into the groove at the base of the Reflector 9 There are four 4 carriage bolts included in the Reflector Assembly Kit Fig 26 Car
14. with the four 4 mounting holes located on the Elevation assembly iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 46 of 91 4 Screw in four 4 bolts and flat washers through the Elevation Arm and secure in place evenly in a cross pattern Fig 31 Reflector Mounting Locations Fig 32 Reflector Mounting Locations Close up iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 47 of 91 5 Attach Gas Spring Brackets to each side of the Reflector See Fig 35 a Ensure that the Ball Joint Stud faces outwards away from the centre of the Reflector b Align the brackets in the mounting holes c Insert and tighten the two 2 screws 6 Remove the clips from the Ball Joints at the ends of the Gas Springs and place aside gt x Fig 34 Gas Shock Spring iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 48 of 91 7 Snap on the thicker end of the Gas Spring to the Reflector s Gas Spring Brackets Once this end is snapped into place re insert clip Fig 35 Bracket and thick end of Gas Spring Installed 8 By hand compress the Gas Spring and snap on the thinner end of the Gas Spring to the Gas Spring Brackets on the Mobile Platform Once this end is snapped into place re insert clip Fig 36 Gas Springs Installed on both sides of feed arm 9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for both gas springs 10 Congratulations The 1 5m Reflector has been successfully installed on to an iNetVu 1500 Mobile Platform iNetVu Mobile Installatio
15. 0 Attaching Feed Arm to iNetVu 950 980 Reflector eeeseesseessese 14 4 11 Installing Flexible Waveguide onto A980 Mobile Platform 15 4 12 Installing Flexible Waveguide onto 1800 Mobile Platform TT 4 13 A1200 B C Co Pol Installation Assembly ccc eee ecceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeseeeaeesaes 78 4 14 Recognizing and Switching Left Hand and Right Hand Polarity on Circular C Band 83 Appendix A Replacing Gas Spring Mounting Brackets ccccecsecceeceeeeeeeeeeeeseseeeeeesseeeeeaes 87 Appendix B Declaration of CONfOrmity ccccccecceeceeceeteeeeeeeeeeeceeeseecseceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeaeeaes 91 iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 4 of 91 NOTICE C COM Satellite Systems Inc makes no warranty of any kind with regards to this manual including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose C COM Satellite Systems Inc shall not be liable for errors contained herein or direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Copyright 2006 All rights reserved C COM Satellite Systems Inc This document contains information which is protected by copyright All rights reser
16. 1 3 5 Direct Installation to Vehicle 1 Remove the top and sides of shipping crate 2 Remove any internal bracing and all packaged parts 3 Remove the bolts attaching the iNetVu Mobile System to the bottom of crate and remove the iNetVu Mobile System from its shipping base Note that iNetVu is shipped pre assembled on its mounting plate The iNetVu system is an extreme load and must therefore be handled correctly and with care If itis NOT N handled correctly a potentially hazardous situation can WARNING arise that could result in death or serious injury The Roofing must be assessed and capable of handling the load prior to installation 4 With the aid of at least four people raise and position the system on the roof The system must be handled and supported at both ends Under no circumstances should one person attempt this alone Note Ensure that the front back orientation of the Mobile Platform is correct 5 Maneuver the Mobile Platform over the mounting position on the vehicle and verify that the proper clearance space is available Visually check that the dish arm will not hit any other mounted antenna or other device such as air conditioners as it rotates See the following figure for Roof Clearance Requirements iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 19 of 91 Clearance requirements for the iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platforms FRONT OF VEHICLE REAR OF VEHICLE i
17. C Com Satellite oystems Inc Required Materials iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platform Phillips Screwdriver Allen Key s Loctite Threadlocker Note Loctite Threadlocker should be used on all fasteners were applicable without further notice throughout the different types of Pol Feed Horn Polarization Cages 4 4 1 Ku POL Feed Polarization 1 Install Feed Horn Assembly on to the Pol Cage Fig 40 Installing Feed Horn Assembly iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 53 of 91 2 Ensure the Feed Horn aligns to center of POL cage a BY ir t Fig 41 Feed Horn Installed 3 The Feed Horn mounting shafts will only fit one way slide into place one end at a time and tighten screws 4 nstall Feed Horn roll bar and tighten 4 screws Fig 42 Feed Horn guard roll bar installation iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 54 of 91 5 Mount POL Cage Assembly onto Feed Arm Fig 43 Installing Pol Cage onto Feed Arm Note The top cover maybe removed at this point as the connections will be housed inside the shell 6 Slide the POL Cage onto Feed Arm until the screw holes align Insert and tighten screws Fig 44 Installed Ku Polarization Feed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 55 of 91 7 Connect Tilt sensor and motor cables ensure exterior cables are run along the side and enter the shell from the allocated slot 8 Ensure the cables are tucked neatly and install top cover 9 Install wav
18. Cables iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 38 of 91 INetVu Chapter 4 Additional Assemblies and Modifications 4 1 Installing Reflector to iNetVu amp 1200 Mobile Platform If this is the first time working with the iNetVu Mobile Platform it CAUTI ON is highly recommended that you read the entire manual to familiarize with the proper procedure for connecting the cables to the controller and iNetVu software operation Required Materials 1 2m Reflector 1200 Mobile Platform Rev 2 3 2 Ball Joint Gas shock Springs Reflector Assembly Hardware Bag Phillips Screwdriver 10mm 3 8 Wrench 13mm 1 2 Wrench Handheld Controller Optional Procedure Use the following steps to attach a 1 2m Reflector to an iNetVu 1200 Mobile Platform Rev 2 34 1 Remove reflector from crate and any packing materials on the Mobile Platform 2 Raise the Mobile Platform to approximately 30 using the iNetVu Mobile Software or the Handheld Controller For more information regarding the use of the iNetVu Mobile Software and its installation please refer to the iNetVu System Manual 3 Peel back the Reflector Back Cover at the base of the Reflector to expose the Gas Spring Bracket mounting holes Fig 21 Exposed Gas Spring Bracket Mounting Holes iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 39 of 91 4 Attach Gas Spring Brackets to each side of the Reflector using a Phillips Screwdriver and 10mm 3 8 Wrench i Ensure
19. Installation Manual Page 34 of 91 17 18 Fig 15 A plastic sleeve used to prevent the cables from chaffing Use a plastic sleeve to prevent cables from chaffing in the event of the opening having rough edges Bundle the cables together neatly and use P clamps to attach the cable assembly to the roof The GPS antenna should be located in an open area with an unobstructed radius where it can see the GPS satellite constellation To attach to the roof the GPS antenna utilizes a magnetic fixing If mounting on a fiberglass wood or rubber coated roof cut a 1 16 1 6mm thick mild steel sheet approximately 3 76 2mm x 3 76 2mm and drill four holes in the corners as shown in the figure below To prevent rusting this steel mounting plate must be first painted with a good quality rust proofing paint It is highly recommended to use a bead of silicone around the complete circumference of the antenna GPS antenna mounting plate 1 16 mild steel sheet painted approximately 3 x 3 Quantity 4 mounting holes Fig 16 GPS antenna plate for the magnetic mounting iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 35 of 91 19 Apply caulking to prevent moisture from entering the opening Fig 17 Completed roof wiring entry point 20 Install a standard 100A electrical service entry fitting a clamshell fitting intended for residential 115 230VAC electrical hook up to a city supply is recommended over the cable en
20. Platform Once this end is snapped into place re insert clip Fig 30 Assembled Gas Spring Assembly iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 44 of 91 16 Repeat Steps 12 and 13 for both Gas Springs 17 Congratulations The 1 2m Reflector has been successfully installed on to an iNetVu 1200 Mobile Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 45 of 91 4 2 Installing Reflector to iNetVu 1500 Mobile Platform If this is the first time working with the iNetVu Mobile Platform it CAUTI O N is highly recommended that you read the entire manual to familiarize with the proper procedure for connecting the cables to the controller and iNetVu software operation Required Materials 1 5 m Reflector 1500 Mobile Platform Wrench Set Handheld Controller Optional 1 5m Reflector Mounting Hardware Procedure Use the following steps to attach a 1 5m Reflector to an iNetVu 1500 Mobile Platform Please note that it is strongly recommended that at least 2 people are assisting in the installation of the reflector 1 Remove reflector from crate and any packing materials on the Mobile Platform 2 Raise the Mobile Platform to approximately 30 using the iNetVu Mobile Software Controller or the Handheld Controller For more information regarding the use of the iNetVu Mobile Software and its installation please refer to the iNetVu oystem Manual 3 With the assistance of at least one other person align the reflector
21. compass for determining orientation direction of iNetVu Mobile Platform Non volatile flash memory for storing satellite locations and configuration data Automatic dish repositioning to previously accessed satellites if the vehicle or structures location is unchanged Slim 1U high rack or desktop mounted unit Continuous monitoring of antenna drive status RS 232 remote control serial interface USB interface L Band RF detector to support Ku and C band satellite operations See the Controller Manuals for more details iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page 11 of 91 Chapter 2 General Mobile Platform Specifications 2 1 Mounting Surface e he mounting surface must be flat within 1 16 1 6mm e A177 38 1mm diameter hole is needed near the mounting surface for routing of the control and signal cables iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page 12 of 91 2 2 Roof Clearance All iNetVu systems require a specific unobstructed clearance from any other roof mounted equipment such as air conditioners air vents etc See section 3 5 for geometrical coordinates iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page 13 of 91 2 3 Weight Support All iNetVu Mobile systems are capable of being mounted to a vehicle that can support the following constraints iNetVu 1800 358 Ibs 162 kg iNetVu 1500 183 Ibs 83 2 kg iNetVu 1200 203 Ibs 92 kg iNetVu 980 143 Ibs 65 kg iNetVu 750 740 130 Ibs 59 kg
22. correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Note 2 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual Page of 91 c INet Vu Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 About This Manual This manual explains the iNetVu Mobile System Installation and General Assembly An electronic version of this manual is included on the iNetVu USB Flash Drive that came with your system 1 2 Important Safety Information For your safety and protection read this entire manual before attempting to install or use the iNetVu Mobile System Keep this manual where you can refer to it if necessary Types of Warnings Used in This Manual This section introduces the various types of warnings used in this manual to alert you to possible safety hazards Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if DANGER not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury T CAUTI O N
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24. eguide onto OMT ensure waveguide and OMT grooves are NOT crossed The grooves should be aligned for proper signal transmitting See section 4 12 for waveguide installation 10 Check all connections and fasteners on the POL Cage Assembly 11 Congratulations you have successfully installed the Ku POL Feed Horn Assembly onto the 1 8M iNetVu Driveaway Antenna 4 4 2 C Circular POL Feed Horn 1 Mount Feed Horn Assembly Pol Cage on to Feed Boom by sliding the Pol Cage onto Feed Arm Take extra care with sensor cable to avoid getting it caught and clipped Fig 45 Installing C Circular Pol Cage 2 Do not Slide Pol cage all the way down until all cables have been connected iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 56 of 91 3 Connect Actuator Motor cable to Pol Motor cable v Fig 46 Polarization Motor connection 4 Connect Sensor cable to Pol Stow cable Fig 47 Polarization Stow Sensor connection iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 57 of 91 o Slide Pol Cage all the way down on the Feed Boom aligning the mounting screw holes Gap between the two sections will disappear k Fig 48 Gap between Pol Cage and Feed Arm 6 Fasten Pol Cage using specified screws and threadlocker Fig 49 Fastening Pol Cage onto Feed Arm iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 58 of 91 4 5 Installing BUC to iNetVu amp 980 Mobile Platform using Universal Bracket Kit This procedure describes the steps inv
25. ght angle 4 nstall the BUC using one of the BUC installation procedures in this document if not already installed o Run the N type cable through the available opening on the polarization cage along with the RX coax cable neatly supporting it with tie wraps along the feedarm Provide enough slack for the cable to twist through the rotation of the feed assembly POL movement without binding or damage 184 degrees typ 6 Install the flexible end of the N type cable onto the WR137 to N type adapter with the O ring seal Fig 73 N type cable installation onto OMT W137 to N adapter 7 Install the WR137 to N type adapter with an o ring seal onto the OMT TX port in the orientation depicted in picture above using the four 4 specified machine screws The TX coax should travel along a lower semi circular movement from one polarization extreme to the other Ensure to apply silicon grease to the O ring before installation iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 87 of 91 Appendix A Replacing Gas Spring Mounting Brackets 1 Roll back reflector back cover so the back plates are accessible 2 Remove existing brackets and hardware Retain removed hardware for return to C COM Satellite Systems Inc iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 88 of 91 3 Slightly counter sink the existing holes for the mounting brackets assemblies on the face side of the reflector Mounting Bracket side Ignore if this is already done on
26. iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 1 of 91 INetVu by C COM Satellite Systems Inc iNetVu Mobile Platform Installation Manual The iNetVu brand and logo are registered trademarks of C COM Satellite Systems Inc Copyright 2006 C COM Satellite Systems Inc 1 877 iNetVu6 www c comsat com Revision 027 November 27 2014 iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 2 of 91 This page is intentionally left blank iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 3 of 91 Table of Contents S alea es ageres eot IT 7 1 1 About This MAE acie tutu vet hien een eee T 1 2 Important Safety Information seesssssssssssesssssseeeeneenne nennen nennen nennen T 1 3 eire TN 8 1 4 NEVU RANTE gt D TET 9 1 5 INGE VIC Oil ONG S eraann aa 10 Chapter 2 General Mobile Platform Specifications cccccceccseeseeceeceeceeeeeeeeeseeneeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 2 1 WOUITING SUNT ACC csi t RM 11 2 2 ROO irae P MT 12 2 3 Wer SUD DOM P EO O00 13 2 4 Additional GONSIGSTATONS si susnevessinnwsigaseerea tein eie Rcs ndo ur E Svo ned tata tees PIE aeta Tu 13 Chapter 3 iNetVu Mobile System Installation ssssse nns 14 3 1 General Re mS 14 3 2 miseratio H 15 3 3 Iristallauoh OVE VIG WW ihn wie sessed inr oe aga oae edd rm edid dE dn Gana id aO d de taba Uu sagan 16 3 4 Mobile Platform Front Back Orientation cccccccccecceecceeeeeeceeeeeceeeaeeseee
27. iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 72 of 91 9 Remove the filter loosen and remove the 90 degree elbow 10 Re attach the filter ensure the grooves line up and are not crossed tighten the filter using the 4 original screws iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 73 of 91 11 Install LNB if one was not installed and Connect RX cable to the LNB iNet 12 Congratulations OMT elbow successfully removed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 74 of 91 4 10 Attaching Feed Arm to iNetVu 950 980 Reflector This procedure describes the steps involved for installing the Feed Arm to the 0 95m 0 98m Reflector on an iNetVu 950 980 Mobile Platform Required Materials e 16 Wrench Procedure 1 Locate feed arm bracket on the reflector 2 Thread the screw through the feed arm bracket and feed arm as shown in the figure below Ensure to have the rubber washer on both ends of the feedarm Fig 68 Feed arm attached to feed arm bracket 3 Secure the feed arm by tightening the nut 4 Congratulations The feed arm has been successfully attached iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 75 of 91 4 11 Installing Flexible Waveguide onto A980 Mobile Platform This procedure describes the steps involved for installing the flexible waveguide from the feed horn to the BUC on an A980 Mobile Platform Caution Incorrect installation causes abrasion of the rubber waveguide while stowed and forces the
28. l cables have all pre wired There is no need to re calibrate the Mobile Platform unless directed by a C Com Support Technician It is critical that the iNetVu Controller stay together with the Mobile Platform it shipped with You may refer to the iNetVu Shipping Checklist to confirm this The iNetVu Mobile System has been designed for either roof rack mounting or mounting directly to a vehicle The iNetVu Mobile Platform should always be secured to the vehicle Ensure that the inverter is grounded the same as the N iNetVu controller chassis iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 15 of 91 3 2 Recommended Tools The following tools are recommended to have handy during the installation and operation of the iNetVu Mobile System RG6 coax Cable Stripper and Crimping tool Wrenches 3 4 5 8 9 16 1 2 7 16 3 8 5 16 all Qty 1 except 2 for 1 2 1 2 Ratchet with 3 4 5 8 9 16 1 2 7 16 3 8 5 16 sockets Allen Key Set Both Standard and Metric Phillips Screwdrivers Assorted set Flat Screwdrivers Assorted set Ball peen hammer Plastic hammer Pin drift punches Assorted sizes Grease gun WD 40 Satellite Recognition Device i e Spectrum Analyzer etc Emery cloth Sandpaper for metal Utility Knife Pliers Sidecutters Vice grips Hacksaw iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 16 of 91 3 3 Installation Overview 1 Unpack the Mobile Platform and reflector 2 Attach reflector to Mobile Platfor
29. lf tapping stainless steel screws If pilot holes are required the dimensions on the following CAD drawing can be utilized The hole sizes shown are the Mobile Platform clearance holes The holes to be drilled for self tapping screws will require a smaller diameter Ensure the roof top is capable of handling the iNetVu System load prior to installation C COM Satellite Systems Inc does not hold responsibility to any damage caused by direct roof installations Page 30 of 91 iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platform Zi 500 THU IBXI INSERT PEM CL z 0518 2 FROM FAR SIDE NSERT PEM 5 532 3 FROM FAR SIDE 4 PLACES Fig 11 iNetVu amp 1800 Mobile Platform CAD Drawing iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 31 of 91 iNetVu 1200 1500 Mobile Platform ROO ji J d 2x d 188 003 YL 000 m 2 25 DETAIL A SCALE 0500 52 00 02 2X Ta 2X 14 50 ei 2X 1 50 9 50 2X 8 00 SEE DETAIL A 5X 15 X 15 oc cL SH SH LHe c 2 25 13 00 15 50 iNetVu 1200 1500 Mobile Platform CAD Drawing iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 32 of 91 iNetVu 980 950 750 740 660 Mobile Platform 50 00 02 eX 16 00 X 13 50 eX 1 25 el 11 50 5 amp d 15 2X 50 4 003 Bx 413 eng 18 00 05 16 0b 02 2X 50 20x OF SEE DETAIL A 6 25 5 38 IK 5 25 ed 20 9754 010 2X 2 leek 010 Fig
30. ller to the end user to be posted on the rope or other barrier warning all persons not to attempt to access the roof of the vehicle while the earth station is deployed or in operation 6 Warning signs shall be posted at prominent locations on the earth station informing all persons of the danger of harmful radiation from the earth station while it is deployed or while in operation 7 The iNetVu Mobile system may only be operated when the vehicle is stationary 8 The installer must inform the end user that the vehicle must be stabilized during the transmission to prevent movement of the vehicle for any reason including movement of persons on or off the vehicle or high winds The installer shall advise the end user how to appropriately stabilize their vehicle 9 Installers shall be liable for all damages if they fail to comply with the above mandatory conditions This includes but is not limited to damages caused by improper installation or due to the failure to provide required information to the end user 10 Installers and end users will be deemed directly liable for any damages resulting from either of their failure to comply with the above rules These rules are meant to ensure that extraordinary precautions and measures are used to prevent satellite interference or exposure to harmful radiation C COM reserves the rights to immediately suspend without liability or previous notice the operation of the earth station upon detection of a devia
31. lling a Block Up Converter BUC to the iNetVu 1200 1500 1800 Mobile Platform The installation procedure described below shows images for a 4W BUC but may be utilized for any sized BUC installation Required Materials iNetVu 1200 1500 1800 Mobile Platform e e Universal Transmitter Mounting Bracket Kit e BUC Block Up Converter e Phillips Screwdriver e Allen Key Set Procedure 1 Ensure Block Up Converter BUC includes an o ring 2 Remove Universal Transmitter Mounting Brackets from the underside of the feed arm if attached 3 Place and secure the BUC on the underside of the Feed Arm as depicted in the figure below When securing the BUC adjust the placement of the screws and brackets to ensure the following a The BUC is placed at the far right side of the Feed Arm if facing the Reflector using the holes on the far right side of the Feed Arm This will ensure that the Flexible Waveguide does not bind or twist during Polarization Adjustments b Ensure enough space is left between the BUC and the Feed Arm Bar where the springs are attached if applicable to ensure you have enough space to attach the Flexible Waveguide to the BUC c The RG6 Coaxial Connector end of the BUC is facing the Reflector d The long screws of the Universal Transmitter Mounting Bracket Kit are fed through the grooves on each side of the BUC if applicable iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 61 of 91 Polarization Cage End
32. ly in a cross pattern J 3 a 1 Fig 38 Reflector Mounting Locations Close up iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 51 of 91 5 Verify Focal Point ABCD Geometry Measure from the outer most edge on the top and bottom edge of the reflector Ensure that dimensions are within 1 4 of the values below depending on the type of polarization cage you have installed whether it be Ku or C Band Circular Linear Ku Band Patriot Reflector A 70 30 B 72 90 C 43 20 D 40 50 Skyware Reflector Ver 2 0 Feed Horn cd B 71 63 C 42 94 D 40 55 Reflector C Band Circular Linear A 67 8 B 71 5 C 44 0 D 37 8 o gt fi Fig 39 Fully Assembled Reflector Assembly 6 Congratulations The 1 8m Reflector has been successfully installed on to an iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platform iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 52 of 91 4 4 Installing POL Feed Horn Assemblies to iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platform The following outlines the steps required for installing the POL FEED HORN ASSEMBLY onto the 1800 iNetVu Antenna System There will be three 3 different Polarization Cages Ku C Linear and C Circular The installation will differ depending on the type of POL Feed Horn that is required This procedure should be performed after the POL Assembly has been completed and before performing the ATP tests if any problems are observed please contact
33. m iNetVu 1200 1500 1800 Mobile System only See section 4 2 and 4 3 3 Locate a suitable mounting site with adequate clearance 4 For Direct Roof Installation a Mark the position of the Mobile Platform ensuring the front back orientation is correct b Pre seal the roof Place the Mobile Platform in position Drill pilot holes if necessary and secure with screws Note that the dish may obscure some of the mounting holes e Install the corner screws f Raise the dish either via Handheld Controller or iNetVu Mobile software g Attach Mobile Platform to roof o o0 For Thule Rack Installation i Attach Mobile Platform to Thule Rack o Run Power Motor Control Coaxial Sensor cables 6 Connect iNetVu Controller Satellite Modem PC and Mobile Platform 7 Install iNetVu Mobile Software 8 Configure to correct service and operate see Mobile User Manual for more detail iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 17 of 91 3 4 Mobile Platform Front Back Orientation The iNetVu Mobile Platform is polarized and must be mounted so that the Azimuth Plate of the Mobile Platform A faces the front of the vehicle on which it is mounted The end with the reflector faces the rear of the vehicle Failure to adhere to these requirements could cause the Mobile Platform to detach from the vehicle at high speed Fig 1 Front Back orientation of iNetVu Platforms iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 18 of 9
34. n Fig 59 End fittings installation T Place and secure the BUC on the underside of the Feed Arm When securing the BUC adjust the placement of the screws and clamp strap to ensure the following a Leave enough space between the BUC and the Feed Arm Bar to ensure you have enough space to attach the Flexible Waveguide to the BUC Note It may be easier to Install the waveguide if applicable onto the BUC before securing to the feed arm See step 10 for details b The long button cap screws of the Clamp Mounting Bracket Kit are fed through the mounting plate on the feed arm and into the end fittings on each side of the BUC as depicted in the pictures below Ensure the provided lock and flat washers are installed on the button cap screws See note below for installing strap on an angle if holes do not align Fig 60 2Watt BUC mounting iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 67 of 91 Fig 61 2 Watt BUC Mounting Top View standard washers Note The Aluminum Square Beveled Washers provided could be utilized on the button cap screws with the provided lock washers for installing the strap on an angle for BUC sizes that don t allow for direct mounting hole to end fitting alignment Fig 62 Larger BUC mounting with beveled washers Fig 63 Beveled washers installed with lock washer on cap screw iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 68 of 91 8 Repeat the strap installation process with an extra clamp strap
35. n Manual Page 49 of 91 4 3 Installing Reflector to iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platform If this is the first time working with the iNetVu Mobile Platform it CAUTI ON is highly recommended that you read the entire manual to familiarize with the proper procedure for connecting the cables to the controller and iNetVu software operation Required Materials 1 8m Reflector 1800 Mobile Platform Rev 2 0 9 16 Wrench Handheld Controller Optional 1 8m Reflector Mounting Hardware Procedure Use the following steps to attach a 1 8m Reflector to an iNetVu 1800 Mobile Platform Rev 2 0 Please note that the 1 8m Reflector is a heavy load and it is strongly recommended that at least 3 people are assisting in the installation of the reflector 1 Remove reflector from crate and any packing materials on the Mobile Platform 2 Raise the Mobile Platform to approximately 30 using the iNetVu Mobile Software or the Handheld Controller For more information regarding the use of the iNetVu Mobile Software and its installation please refer to the iNetVu 7000 Series User Manual With the assistance of two 2 other people align the reflector with the mounting holes located on the Elevation Arm Only the four of the mounting holes at the rear of the reflector will be used iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 50 of 91 4 Screw in four 4 bolts and flat washers through the Elevation Arm and secure in place even
36. o Right Hand Polarity and Vice Versa the polarizer diplexer must be rotated 90 degrees The LNB orientation must stay in the same horizontal position To rotate the diplexer polarizer unscrew the 8 Allen screws attaching the polarizer flange to the OMT and the 8 at the feed horn end Align markings on the flange with that on the OMT by rotating the polarizer diplexer Rotate Polarizer 90 Flange OMT align markings OMT and flange alignment markings p PolarizerDipieer _ Note Polarization indicated is the polarization of the antenna system at transmit Receive polarization is opposite HH LNB Horizontally orientated Fig 69 Left Hand Circular Polarization iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 84 of 91 OMT and flange alignment markings Polarizer Diplexer Rotate Polarizer 90 align markings pp ah g g CX a2 Ties Horizontall Note Polarization indicated is the polarization on m um orientated of the antenna system at transmit Receive polarization is opposite Fig 0 Right Hand Circular Polarization 3 Fasten the 8 Allen screws attaching the polarizer flange to the OMT and the 8 screws at the opposite end of the polarizer after rotating the polarizer Markings in the 2 figures may not be exactly in the positions indicated here but rather serve as reference when assembling for RHCP or LHCP polarization If the above procedure did not solve your problem contact iNetVu support for
37. olved for installing a Block Up Converter BUC to the iNetVu amp 950 980 Mobile Platform Required Materials iNetVu 980 Mobile Platform BUC Universal Transmitter Mounting Bracket Kit Four 4 4 Flat Washers Four 4 74 20 NYL Nuts Four 4 S S 4 50 inch Hex Bolts Four 4 4 Split Washers only if 74 20 Nuts are not NYL Two 2 S S Hex Bolt 5 16 x 3 ISIS BUC ONLY Procedure 1 Place and secure the BUC on the underside of the Feed Arm 2 f you are using a larger BUC 2W and up you may need to use the outer holes of the bracket to secure the BUC to the Feed Arm iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 59 of 91 3 Cover the paired hex bolts with the remaining two 2 brackets on the bottom side of the BUC as depicted in the figure below Secure tightly using 1 4 flat washers and the 74 20 NYL nuts If NYL nuts are not available secure using the 74 20 split and flat washers and cover using 74 20 nuts Fig 50 brackets caption 4 Attach the Waveguide to the BUC ensure the polarization on the Flexible Waveguide is exactly as that of the BUC before tightening 5 Attach the RG6 Cable labeled Tx to the BUC 6 Tighten all screws and nuts 7 Congratulations The BUC has been successfully installed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 60 of 91 4 6 Installing BUC to iNetVu 1200 1500 1800 Mobile Platform using Universal Bracket Kit This procedure describes the steps involved for insta
38. on the opposite end of the BUC as depicted in the picture below Remember that the beveled washers allow for angular installation of the clamp strap if required Fig 64 Second mounting strap installed 9 Connect Tx Coaxial cable to the BUC 10 IF not already installed connect the Flexible Waveguide to the BUC Ensure that the Flexible Waveguide flange is aligned with the BUC output Also ensure the O ring is in place on the BUC if applicable For the 1 2 meter systems ensure the flexible waveguide is tie wrapped down properly to the polarization cage such that the OMT is capable of coming into contact with posts at both polarization mechanical extremes 90 0 and 90 0 11 Congratulations The BUC has been successfully installed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 69 of 91 4 8 Adjusting Polarization for iNetVu 980 Mobile Platform This procedure describes the steps involved in adjusting the Transmit Polarization for the iNetVu 950 980 Mobile System between Horizontal Vertical Transmission Required Materials for iNetVu 980 Mobile Platform e 7 16 Wrench Procedure 1 Raise the dish and ensure that Azimuth and Polarization are in stowed position Note LNB DOES NOT need to be removed for this procedure 2 Loosen the two 2 bolts located on the Feed Horn Assembly using the 7 16 Wrench in order to allow the Feed Horn Assembly to be rotated Fig 65 Loosening the Feed Horn Assembly Bracket Cap
39. refore be handled correctly and with care If it is NOT WARNING handled correctly it could cause a potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury 3 Remove the bolts attaching the iNetVu system to the bottom of the shipping crate and remove the iNetVu system Note that the iNetVu is shipped pre assembled on its mounting plate 4 Install Thule components to vehicle Note The iNetVu system is oriented with back of the reflector facing the front of vehicle With least four people raise and position the system on the installed Thule rack Under no circumstances should one person attempt this alone o Align mounting angles and sides of pallet and secure with at least 6 U brackets not included with the iNetVu Mobile Systems a minimum of 2 per bar 6 Run the cables neatly inside the vehicle to the iNetVu Controller Connection to the iNetVu Controller is in the Controller Manuals 7 Congratulations Installation has been successfully completed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 37 of 91 3 7 iNetVu Mobile System Wiring The System wiring varies upon the type of controller and modem used See the iNetVu service Manual for a detailed system wiring diagram and explanation Fig 19 From left to right Sensor Cable Motor Control Cable Tx and Rx RG6 Coaxial Cables Military Style Connectors Fig 20 From left to right Motor Cable Sensor Cable Tx and Rx RG6 Coaxial
40. ress optional Type of Equipment iNetVu Satellite Antenna Model Number iNetVu 7000 Controller CE Marked 2008 Serial No optional Year of Manufacture Optional 2008 l the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards Signed on behalf of the Manufacturer and Importer Place Ottawa Canada Signature Date Feb 25 2008 Full Name Dr Leslie Klein P Eng Position President and CEO
41. riage Bolts iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 42 of 91 10 Insert four 4 carriage bolts through the front of the Reflector in the location depicted below Insert the two 2 SHORT carriage bolts in the UPPER holes and the two 2 LONG carriage bolts in the LOWER holes L iNetVu Fig 27 Reflector Mounting Locations 11 Secure carriage bolts evenly in a cross pattern at the rear using the flat washers locking washers and nuts Tighten to approximately 25 ft lbs 12 Verify Focal Point ABCD Geometry Measure from the dimples on the top and bottom edge of the reflector and ensure that dimensions are within of the values below A 33 72 Feed Horn B 36 97 C 51 54 D 48 28 Reflector iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 43 of 91 13 Remove the clips from the Ball Joints at the ends of the Gas Springs and place aside Pie eae y es oF Pa c za M d d ceat jn i a n Edd 5 T Ca An WE acd en 5m d puesta Le c Sank us IA ves e 3 Mapes 5 iu ai aen TE Ld e mark nz A a a a SANS Mas 4 Ac Y Caas Thick End Thin End Fig 29 Gas Shock Spring 14 Snap on the thicker end of the Gas Spring to the Reflector s Gas Spring Brackets Once this end is snapped into place re insert clip 15 By hand compress the Gas Spring and snap on the thinner end of the Gas Spring to the Gas Spring Brackets on the Mobile
42. the reflector pa d 4 Align the backing plates on the back of the reflector with the mounting holes of the gas spring brackets as depicted Install and tighten the two 2 lower screws closest to reflector edge Fig 74 Correct Gas Spring Bracket orientation iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 89 of 91 Back Plates Fig 75 Backing plate location 5 Insert and tighten the two 2 upper screws Note No washers installed with brackets 6 Ensure the screws on the front mounting bracket with stud are sub flush of the brackets Fig 76 Correct Mounting Bracket Assy with screws sub flush of the Bracket iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 90 of 91 Fig 77 Incorrect installation of Mounting Bracket Assy 9 Re attach the Reflector Back Cover to the Reflector leaving the strap at the bottom open iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 91 of 91 Appendix B Declaration of Conformity Application of Council Directive EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Standards to which Conformity is Declared EN55022 1998 Class A EN55024 1998 2003 FCC 47 Part 15 Class A ICES 003 2004 Class A EN 61000 3 2 2006 EN 61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 IEC 60950 1 EN 60950 1 2001 A11 2004 Safety of Information Technology Equipment Manufacturers Name C COM Satellite Systems Inc Manufacturers Address 2574 Sheffield Road Ottawa Canada K1B 3V7 Importers Name optional Importers Add
43. tion is the physical mounting and wiring of the Satellite provider s earth station on a vehicle or other stationary site in order to prepare for correct operation Only Certified C COM iNetVu installers may perform the installation and removal of an iNetVu Mobile system 2 Deployment means the raising pointing and orienting of the earth station to the communicating satellite every time it is raised from a stowed position for use The deployment of an iNetVu Mobile system must only be done by a trained installer or by a consumer using the deployment software 3 Installers shall install the iNetVu systems only in locations that are not readily accessible to children and in a manner that prevents human exposure to potential radiation hazards 4 Forlarge vehicles with roof mounts the height of the bottom lip of the earth station when fully deployed must be at least six feet above the ground at all times or six feet above a surrounding surface which a person may easily access 5 Ifa roof access ladder or any other means of access to the roof is installed on the vehicle then the ladder or access must be blocked by a suitable rope or other barrier while the earth station is deployed or in operation The installer must provide this rope or barrier directly to the end user at the time of installation and advise the user to use it at all times when the earth station is deployed or in operation Warning signs shall also be provided by the insta
44. tion from its installation or operational requirements until the deviation is iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 6 of 91 corrected In addition C COM reserves the right to suspend or cancel the Installer Certificate of any installer that has not fully complied with these installation requirements 11 Further the installer and end user may be directly liable for any damages resulting from any change undertaken by either of them Including but not limited to any modification of any part of the hardware software specific operational frequencies the authorized satellite or the size or other characteristics of the earth station supplied to them by C COM or C COM s authorized representatives Note 1 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with this instruction manual may cause harmful interference with radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to
45. try point Ensure that the clamshell fitting is positioned so that the cable entry point faces the rear of the vehicle This will minimize the effects of wind driven rain Apply a bead of caulk around the opening to seal the roof entry point Apply caulk bead around opening to seal cables Ree NP We S XN co Fig 18 Weather proofing the cable entry point with a clamshell fitting Note Clamshell fitting is not sold with any C COM iNetVu products and is merely a recommended method of waterproofing the roof top cable entry point 21 Run the cables neatly inside the vehicle to the iNetVu Controller System wiring is described later in a later section 22 Congratulations Direct installation has been successfully completed iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 36 of 91 3 6 Alternative Installation to Vehicle Using Thule Racking System For pallet mounting the vehicle must be fitted with Thule components that are matched to customer s specific vehicle The cables are fed through a specially drilled hole and clamped in a special foam grommet in order to prevent chaffing of the cables Note The Thule feet and connection to vehicle must be checked regularly for a secure fit with no loose fittings Note that 3 Thule bars minimum are required 1 Remove the top and sides of the shipping crate 2 Remove any internal bracing and all packaged parts he iNetVu system is an extreme load and must N the
46. ved Reproduction adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as followed under the copyright laws Both the iNetVu amp and C COM names and logos are registered trademarks of C COM Satellite Systems Inc Intel Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation Microsoft Windows Windows NT and MapPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation All other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are the sole property of their respective manufacturers iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 5 of 91 FCC and INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION TO THE USER The FCC and Industry Canada have imposed the following conditions when operating installing and deploying iNetVu Mobile Earth Stations and is mandatory for all installations made within the Continental United States and Canada as well as Hawaii Alaska Puerto Rico the U S Virgin Islands and other U S Territories The FCC requires that a certified installer perform the installation It is also strongly recommended that a qualified professional RV dealer installer mount the system on your vehicle These conditions are also required by C COM for all other installed locations All iNetVu Mobile earth station installers must be C COM Certified and must have specifically acknowledged the requirements for iNetVu Mobile installations which are as follows 1 Installa
47. waveguide to too tight of a bend Incorrect Installation iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 76 of 91 Procedure 1 Connect the flexible waveguide to the OMT TRF using the appropriate Allen Key Ensure the groove of the waveguide aligns with the groove of the OMT 2 The waveguide should extend outwards from the OMT and loop UPWARDS then back within the side waveguide support J clip under the Feedarm Roll Bar The waveguide should travel straight towards the connector flange on the BUC Ensure the flex bend diameter is a minimum of 6 inches Correct Installation 3 Connect the waveguide to the BUC using the appropriate machine screws Ensure the groove of the waveguide aligns with the groove of the BUC 4 Congratulations The flexible waveguide has been successfully attached iNetVu Mobile Installation Manual Page 7 of 91 4 12 Installing Flexible Waveguide onto 1800 Mobile Platform Procedure 1 Connect the flexible waveguide to the OMT TRF using the appropriate Allen Key Ensure the groove of the waveguide aligns with the groove of the OMT The waveguide should extend outwards from the OMT and loop UPWARDS then back through the POL Cage opening under the Feed Arm Roll Bar The waveguide should travel straight towards the connector flange on the BUC A clamp which is part of the POL Cage will hold the Waveguide in place Ensure the flex bend diameter is a minimum of 6 inches Run the Waveguide through
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