85cm ku-ka convertible maritime vsat antenna system (105 pages)
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Enjoy satellite broadcasts at sea Introduction to Intellian i3/i4/i4P Intellian i3/i4/i4P is the most modern antenna system that enables you to receive a high quality broadcasting signal at sea, where the atmospheric Intellian i3/i4/i4P is a digital satellite antenna system designed specifically and environmental condition are very harsh.
Installation For your satellite TV system to work properly, the system will have to The components of the Intellian i3/i4/i4P have been designed to be be connected with all of the provided components properly, as shown modular so that it is suitable for simple installation on all types of vessels.
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Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Installation Kit Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Contain the items required for securing the antenna unit and ACU to The Antenna Control Unit (ACU) provides the power to the antenna and your boat.
Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Planning the installation Tools Required for Installation Selection of Installation Site Install the antenna in accordance with the following procedures to insure maximum performance of the antenna. The ideal antenna site has a clear view of the horizon/satellite all around.
If possible, install the antenna using a power tower. Intellian i3/i4/i4P has been designed to work on a boat’s power supply rated at 12VDC (acceptable range: 10.8~15.6 V DC). If your IRD(s) and television(s) require a 110V/240V AC power supply, you will need to install a suitable DC to AC converter to operate the unit(s) from your boat’s DC power supply.
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Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual 44 (17.3”) 22.86 (9”) Ø43 (17”) 22.86 (9”) Intellian i3 Intellian i4/i4P WARNING WARNING Before installing the antenna you have to dismantle the radome with a hexagon wrench tool and remove the foam fixation from the antenna interior.
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Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Securing hole for bolts and cable way Mounting the antenna Attach the antenna by using the hex head bolts (M8X35L), M8 spring washers, and M8 flat washers supplied. ø80mm Hole saw Ø10mm Drill...
Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual To Install the ACU Installing the ACU 1. The ACU should be installed using the two supplied mounting brackets which allow for a top or bottom mounting configuration. ACU dimensions 2.
Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Connecting the System Cables Twin IRDs Connection After installation and fixation of the antenna, connect the ACU to the antenna. Refer the drawing below to connect cables. SINGLE IRD Connection...
Installation i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Multiple IRDs Connection Connecting the system to a GPS In order to connect multiple IRDs to the antenna, you will need to purchase a For improved satellite tracking, you can connect your satellite TV system directly suitable LNB multiswitch.
‘SET UP mode’ and the required information is, Satellite Name, Satellite Longitude, Method Polarization of your Intellian i3/i4 antenna must be accomplished manually by of Satellite Identification, Frequency of each of the band, Symbol Rate, the following steps.
Introduction This section of the handbook describes how to set up your Satellite TV System Intellian i4P with an embedded auto skew angle control system. Therefore, after installation using the ACU or PC controller program and includes the manual adjustment of skew angle by user is not required. The skew angle is...
Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Change of Target Satellite Operation Using the ACU Your antenna is programmed with two candidates of target satellites as ACU Soft Keys default Dual-sat mode. Use advanced Tri-sat mode for targeting three satellites.
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Monitoring the current status of the antenna Advanced Tri-sat Mode While POWER ON to Intellian i3/i4/i4P, ACU displays the status of the antenna. The various ACU displays may be shown according to the current 1. Press LFET soft key for tracking Satellite B.
Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Sleep Mode Set Up Mode If the antenna lost the tracking satellite in sleep mode, sleep mode is cancelled. Begin Set-Up Mode To enter the Set-up Mode simply follow the instructions below: 1.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting the Satellite Pair Example2. Changing the target satellite using DiSEqC: You can change the satellite pair if you decide to receive satellite television service from a different service provider.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Edit Satellite information 8. Input the tracking frequency (MHz) and symbol It is possible to modify the existing satellite information and input new satellite VER LOW 12598 21096 rate (KHz) for vertical low band.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting the Antenna Parameters 15. Input the network ID (NID) for horizontal high It is not recommended for a novice satellite service user to use this mode.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting the LNB local frequency 1) Parameter Setting method It is not recommended for a novice satellite service user to use this mode. Consult Intellian for changing antenna parameters.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual CASE 2. Universal LNB is used. (Low band local frequency-9750 MHz/ High Setting the GPS bnad local frequcny 10600 MHz) It is possible to set up and modify the GPS information, which enhances the antenna functionality.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting the DiSEqC Method Display Versions DiSEqC selection can be made from ACU. It is not recommended for a novice This sequence enables you to see what version of antenna and ACU satellite service user this mode.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting Antenna Go Position Display Power The antenna can be controlled manually by using ACU. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. SETUP MODE? 1. Press YES to enter setup mode.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting Remote Control Setting Antenna Move Step 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. The antenna may be moved by 1° step manually by using ACU. SETUP MODE? 1.
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Executing Antenna Diagnosis 7. If failed to press same key twice, TRY AGAIN will It is possible to see the antenna status by reviewing the result of diagnosis of...
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Operation Using the ACU i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Setting Region CODE 101 : Communication between antenna and antenna control unit is tested. If failed, check the power and data cable. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode.
Initialize all of the antenna information to the factory set up. Introduction 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. GUI Software of Intellian i3/i4/i4P has been coded for the user to easily set up the SETUP MODE? antenna by using the user’s personal computer. Using the GUI program enables the user to easily monitor and modify the information of antenna, satellite and GPS.
Operation Using PC Controller Program i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Program Initialing and Serial Port Setup Main Menu – Using Default Dual-sat Mode The communication between the ACU and antenna must be established as the first step in order to start setting your antenna.
Operation Using PC Controller Program i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Set Satellite Information Command Button Edit Satellite Information – To modify the satellite information. Satellite name and long itud e Register for Sat A – To register a satellite to satellite A.
Operation Using PC Controller Program i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Definition of program Command Buttons Sat B” and “Register for Sat C” may be registered. Pushing or or button after selecting the satellite in the list box makes it ...
GPS”. Pushing “Add City” button stores the GPS information. By selecting the stored region in the list box, the GPS information of such region is displayed. The Intellian i3/i4/i4P satellite TV antenna system utilizes GPS data to locate the satellite faster.
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Operation Using PC Controller Program i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Find Angles & Skew Antenna GPS – Finds the current antenna Pol & Band Control – The power controls 13V, Vertical (RHCP) angles and Skew angle in relation to the longitude of satellite and and18V, Horizontal (LHCP) bands.
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Operation Using PC Controller Program i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Move Antenna and Execute Antenna Diagnosis Set Antenna Parameters for Control Product Inf ormation The antenna current position Parameter Setting Diagnosis results Parameter Setting Go to target position...
Troubleshooting i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User Manual Troubleshooting 7. Satellite receiver (IRD) troubleshooting Your satellite receiver (IRD) may be the cause of less than ideal operation. Symptom Possible cause* 1) Check the satellite receiver’s (IRD’s) configuration to ensure that it is Antenna not functioning programmed for the area in which you are operation.
3. Turn the antenna by 360° to the reverse direction. If you discover a defect, Intellian Technologies, Inc. will, at its option, repair, 5. Insert the sponge in both sides of the dish to fix the pedestal in position replace or refund the purchase price of the product at no charge to you, with the bottom radome.
Appendix i3/i4/i4P Satellite Antenna System – Install and User manual Intellian i3 Appendix : Technical specification General Intellian i4/i4P Approvals CE – conforms to EU Directive 89/336/EEC General FCC – verified to CFR47:Part 15 Approvals Dimensions CE – conforms to...
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