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- Page 1 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual September 25, 2006...
- Page 2 Copyright© 2006 iDirect, Inc. All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced, in part or in whole without the permission of iDirect, Inc. The specifications and information regarding the products in this manual are subject to change without notice. All statements, information, and recommendations in this manual are believed to be accurate, but are presented without warranty of any kind, express, or implied.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.4 Tools and Supplies ........21 iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... - Page 4 4.5.2 Additional Components Normally Required ......24 4.6 Repacking iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Routers ....24 5: Installation 5.1 Mounting the iDirect 3000 series™...
- Page 5 B.7 Declaration of Conformity ........74 iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
- Page 6 Figures Figure 1 Front View of the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router ..... 6 Figure 2 Front View of the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router in a Rack Mount Tray ..7 Figure 3 Rear View of the iDirect 3000 series™...
- Page 7 Table 8 Recommended Tools ..........21 Table 9 iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Connectors ......31 Table 10 Coax Trim Dimensions .
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Page 9: 1: About This Manual
1: About This Manual Thank you for purchasing an iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router. This manual provides important safety and compliance information, and explains how to install and maintain the 3000 series Satellite Router. This chapter contains the following sections: •... -
Page 10: Intended Audience
3000 series router solutions. Familiarity with cabling and wiring practices is beneficial. In this document, the 3000 series routers are often referred to as IDUs (Indoor Units) while radios and LNBs are collectively referred to as ODUs (Outdoor Units). -
Page 11: Safety Definitions
1.5 Getting Help The iDirect Technical Assistance Center (TAC) is available to help you 24x7x365. iDS Software user’s guides, installation procedures, an FAQ page, and other documentation that supports our products are available on the TAC webpage. Please access our TAC webpage at: http:\\www.tac.idirect.net. - Page 12 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 13: 2: Introduction
2: Introduction iDirect is proud to offer the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Routers, which increase processing power by at least four times over our legacy release. The 3000 series routers provides a low-maintenance and user-friendly remote environment. This manual explains how to safely install and maintain the 3000 series router, and it includes important safety information. -
Page 14: General Description
This router model has restricted information rates. Refer to the latest iDS Features document for more information. The 3000 series router is 11.5” wide x 9.5” deep and 2.0” high. It weighs 3.75lbs. The front panel of the 3000 series router has five LEDs: TX, RX, NET, STATUS, and POWER. -
Page 15: Mounting Tray Option
3.5” in height (48.5cm x 30cm X 9cm). It weighs 5 lbs. Figure 2 Front View of the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router in a Rack Mount Tray Figure 3 Rear View of the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router in a Rack Mount Tray... - Page 16 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 17: 3: Safety Information
Warnings). Keep this safety information handy where you can easily refer to it. Read this entire chapter before you attempt to install or use your 3000 series router. Adhere to all warnings listed on the product’s warning labels and in the operating instructions. -
Page 18: Installation Guidelines
3.1 Installation Guidelines When installing the 3000 series router, observe all caution and warning statements. Follow the general warnings and cautions in Table 2 to help ensure your safety and protect the equipment. However, these guidelines may not cover all of the potentially hazardous situations you may encounter during installation. -
Page 19: Electrical Safety
3.2 Electrical Safety The IDU is designed to operate with the following +24 VDC power supply. The Ault Incorporated model number is shown on the power supply label. Refer to the iDirect part number from Table 3 when getting assistance from the TAC. -
Page 20: Table 4 Electrical Safety Warnings And Cautions
Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe. Never install equipment that appears damaged. • Carefully examine your work area for possible hazards, such as wet floor, ungrounded power extension cables, and missing safety grounds. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 21: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
If there is any dust build up on the vent openings of the 3000 series router chassis, vacuuming is recommended to remove these particulate to ensure proper airflow. - Page 22 (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Accessories To avoid personal injury or damage to the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router; do not place the chassis on any unstable rack, cart, stand, table, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Page 23: Operational And Maintenance Safety
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. • If liquid has been spilled on, or objects have fallen into, the 3000 series router, or it has been exposed to water. • If the 3000 series router does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. - Page 24 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 25: 4: Specifications
4: Specifications The specifications in this chapter describe the mechanical, environmental and connector interfaces for the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router. This chapter contains the following sections: • Mechanical and Environmental Specifications on page 18 • Power Specifications on page 19 •... -
Page 26: Mechanical And Environmental Specifications
0.0001 g2/Hz 350 to 500 Hz -6 dB/octave 500 Hz 0.00005 g2/Hz Operational Shock The IDU chassis shall remain operational when exposed to 10g, 10ms half sine on x, y, z axis. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 27: Power Specifications
4.2 Power Specifications The iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router generates minimal heat; typical power consumption is 20W for the IDU. Ensure that the installation site can accommodate the power specifications of the IDU. Table 6 details the power specifications for the iDirect 3000 series™... -
Page 28: Rf Specifications
4.3 RF Specifications Table 7 details RF specifications for the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router. Table 7 RF Specifications Category Description Frequency Range Transmit: 950-1700 MHz Receive: 950-1700 MHz Frequency Tuning Step Size Transmit: 38 Hz Receive: Sub-Hertz with Demodulator... -
Page 29: Tools And Supplies
Recommended Tools Quantity Tool Number 2 Phillips screwdriver (for rack mounting) F-Connector Crimping Tool RG-6 Coax Stripper Coax / Wire Cutter DB-9 to RJ-45 Adapter Straight LAN Cable Figure 4 Installation Tools iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 30: Unpacking Idirect 3000 Satellite Router Equipment
RJ-45 pinouts. 4.5 Unpacking iDirect 3000 Satellite Router Equipment The 3000 series router may be shipped in one or more shipping containers, depending on the type of bundle purchased. Once you have received all of the boxes, perform the following tasks: •... -
Page 31: Components Normally Included In An Order
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Network Operator/Distributor for replacement. Figure 6 iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router with External Power Supply A typical installation includes: • An iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router with an external power supply •... -
Page 32: Additional Components Normally Required
4.5.2 Additional Components Normally Required • An iDirect Specified L-Band cable — Consists of a RG-6 or RG-11 dual-coax cable and connectors (to connect the IDU and ODU), plus type F connectors and sealant tape. (See Chapter 5, Installation.) •... -
Page 33: Repacking Idirect 3000 Series™ Satellite Routers
For warranty service, obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from your reseller or iDirect prior to shipping. If you are a direct customer of iDirect, you may contact the iDirect TAC directly to obtain an RMA number and shipping instructions. - Page 34 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 35: 5: Installation
5: Installation This chapter describes the guidelines and procedures for installing the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router (IDU) at your VSAT location. This chapter contains the following sections: • Mounting the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router on page 28 •... -
Page 36: Mounting The Idirect 3000 Series™ Satellite Router
40°C. 5.1.3 Guidelines for Rack Mounting If you are installing the 3000 series router in a 19-inch rack, you must use the Rack Mounting Tray Kit (sold separately). The IDU Rack Mount Tray requires a minimum of two rack units (3.5 inches or 8.9 cm) of vertical rack spaces. -
Page 37: Figure 8 Front View Of An Idirect 3000 Series™ Satellite Router In A Rack Mount Tray
Position the front panel of the IDU chassis into the front rectangular opening of the Rack-Mount Tray. Figure 8 Front View of an iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router in a Rack Mount Tray Carefully slide the IDU into position on the tray between the side of the tray and the L-shaped brackets. -
Page 38: Figure 9 Rear View Of An Idirect 3000 Series™ Satellite Router In A Rack Mount Tray
Figure 9 Rear View of an iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router in a Rack Mount Tray Place the External Power Supply on the Rack-Mount Tray. Be sure the IEC-320-C14 AC inlet of the External Power Supply faces the rear of the Rack-Mount Tray. -
Page 39: Idirect 3000 Series™ Satellite Router Rear Interface Connectors
Figure 10 iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Rear Interface Connectors The 3000 series router does NOT support +48 VDC external power supplies. Do not connect any source other than the external +24 DVC power supply provided with the unit. Doing so damages the unit iDirect 3000 series™... -
Page 40: Table 9 Idirect 3000 Series™ Satellite Router Connectors
3000 series router to the customer’s LAN Hub/switch. Use high quality coaxial cable to connect the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router to the ODU equipment. iDirect recommends that you use a solid copper center conductor, quad shield, coaxial cable with a minimum of 60% + 40% braid and double foil shield to connect the IDU to the ODU equipment, such as: •... -
Page 41: Preparing The Coax Cables
Higher quality cable helps to prevent this with better shielding. Co-channel interference causes degradation in higher packet rate loss. • Damage to the 3000 series router connectors – The chassis connectors are designed for RG-6 or RG-11 cable and connectors. Larger cables can damage the connectors. •... -
Page 42: Figure 11 Recommended Tools For Terminating Coaxial Cable
Figure 11 Recommended Tools for Terminating Coaxial Cable iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 43: Figure 12 Coax Cable Cutting Technique
Length A Length B Length C (inch (mm)) (inch (mm)) (inch (mm)) RG-6 5/8 (15.9) 1/4 (6.4) 3/8 (9.5) RG-11 13/32 (10.3) 3/32 (2.4) 13/32 (10.3) Remove any foil in the braid. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 44: Figure 13 Cutting Technique For Removing Foil In The Braid
NOTE: The white color inner dielectric insulation should be flush with the inner rear surface of the connector. Refer to the picture on the right in Figure for an RG-11 termination. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 45: Figure 15 Attaching The Rg-11 Connector
Figure 15 Attaching the RG-11 Connector 10 Crimp the connector with the proper crimp tool such as CablePrep HCT-775 for RG-6 or HCT-116 for RG-11. Figure 16 Crimp Area for F-Type Plugs iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 46: Console Port Cable Specifications And Pinout
Straight through — The colored wires are in the same sequence at both ends of the cable. • Crossover — The first (far left) colored wire at one end of the cable is the third colored wire at the other end of the cable. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 47: Figure 19 Rj-45 To Db-9 Female Dte Adapter
For use with External GPS and NMEA 0183 protocol standard, use Pins 5 and 6 of RJ-45 or Pins 5 and 3 on DB-9 Terminal Adapter to interface with the serial port of the GPS to obtain various GPS information. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 48: Ethernet Port Cable Specifications And Pinouts
10-Mbps and 100-Mbps transmission over Unshielded Twisted- Pair (UTP) cables. Use Category-3 or Category-5 UTP cable with RJ-45 connectors to attach the 10/100 Base-T Ethernet LAN A port on the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router chassis to the customer provided LAN Hub or switch. -
Page 49: Connecting Ac Power To The Idu
5.4 Connecting AC Power to the IDU The IDU can be powered directly from the facility AC power source from 100 VAC to 240 VAC. iDirect recommends that the chassis be powered from a low noise, low transient AC power source. -
Page 50: Checking Conditions Before Powering Up The System
STATUS LED illuminates solid red (see Table 14). Table 14 LED Status LED Label LED Color Solid Green STATUS Solid Green Solid Yellow iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 51: Front Panel Power And Network Led Status Indicators
The STATUS LED indicates the IDU overall status. • The NET LED indicates the IDU network acquisition status. • The Tx LED indicates the IDU transmitter status. • The Rx LED indicates the IDU receiver status. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 52: Rear Panel Led Status Definitions
YELLOW Indicates that the IDU transmitter is disabled. GREEN Indicates that the receiver is successfully locked to the downstream. YELLOW Indicates that the IDU is not locked to the downstream carrier. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 53: Table 16 Rear Panel Led Indicators
Indicates that the LNB power is not being supplied. GREEN Indicates that the LNB power (+19 VDC LNB PWR nominal) is being supplied. Indicates an LNB problem or an IFL disturbance. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 54: Maintaining The Remote
The IDU requires basic maintenance to keep it running efficiently and to prolong its life. However, the only maintenance you need to perform on the unit, without explicit directions from iDirect Technologies, is to maintain the temperature of the IDU and keep its external areas free from dust or dirt. -
Page 55: A: Warnings
Situation, die zu einer Körperverletzung führen könnte. Bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an irgendeinem Gerät beginnen, seien Sie sich der mit elektrischen Stromkreisen verbundenen Gefahren und der Standardpraktiken zur Vermeidung von Unfällen bewußt. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 56: Installation Warning
Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter les directives d'installation. Warnung Lesen Sie die Installationsanweisungen, bevor Sie das System an die Stromquelle anschließen. Avvertenza Consultare le istruzioni di installazione prima di collegare il sistema all'alimentatore. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 57: Restricted Area Warning
Zutritt vorgesehen. Ein Bereich mit beschränktem Zutritt ist ein Bereich, zu dem nur Wartungspersonal mit einem Spezialwerkzeugs, Schloß und Schlüssel oder anderer Sicherheitsvorkehrungen Zugang hat, und der von dem für die Anlage zuständigen Gremium kontrolliert wird. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 58: Service Personnel Warning
AS/NZS 3260 Clausule 1.2.14.3 Service Personnel. Varoitus Tämän laitteen saa asentaa tai huoltaa ainoastaan Australiassa ja Uudessa Seelannissa sovellettavan AS/NZS 3260 -standardin kohdan 1.2.14.3 Service Personnel määrittelemä huoltohenkilöstö. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 59: Qualified Personnel Warning
Cet équipement ne doit être installé et entretenu que par du personnel d'entretien comme défini par la réglementation AS/NZS 3260 Clause 1.2.14.3 Service Personnel. Avertissement Tout installation ou remplacement de l'appareil doit être réalisé par du personnel qualifié et compétent. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 60: Chassis Warning-Rack-Mounting And Servicing
• Als het rek voorzien is van stabiliseringshulpmiddelen, dient u de stabilisatoren te monteren voordat u het toestel in het rek monteert of het daar een servicebeurt geeft. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... - Page 61 Gestell ist das Gestell von unten nach oben zu laden, wobei das schwerste Bauteil unten im Gestell anzubringen ist. • Wird das Gestell mit Stabilisierungszubehör geliefert, sind zuerst die Stabilisatoren zu installieren, bevor Sie die Einheit im Gestell anbringen oder sie warten. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
- Page 62 • Se a estante possuir um dispositivo de estabilização, instale-o antes de montar ou reparar a unidade. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 63: Jewelry Removal Warning
(inclusief ringen, kettingen en horloges) verwijderen. Metalen voorwerpen worden warm wanneer ze met stroom en aarde zijn verbonden, en kunnen ernstige brandwonden veroorzaken of het metalen voorwerp aan de aansluitklemmen lassen. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... - Page 64 är kopplad till kraftledningar. Metallobjekt hettas upp när de kopplas ihop med ström och jord och kan förorsaka allvarliga brännskador; metallobjekt kan också sammansvetsas med kontakterna. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 65: Operating Temperature And Airflow Warning
45° C (113° F). Para não restringir o fluxo de ar, deixe um espaço de pelo menos 15,2 cm (6 polegadas) em volta dos orificios de ventilação. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 66: Lightning Activity Warning
No operar el sistema ni conectar o desconectar cables durante el transcurso de descargas eléctricas en la atmósfera. Varning! Vid åska skall du aldrig utföra arbete på systemet eller ansluta eller koppla loss kablar. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 67: Safety Extra-Low Voltage Port Warning
Utgangene merket "+24VDC/+48VDC", "TX Out", "10/100 LAN", “Console”, “RX Out”og "RX In" er sikkerhetskretser (SELV) med ekstra lav spenning. SELV-kretser skal bare kobles til andre SELV- kretser. Unngå å koble disse kretsene til kretser for telefonnettspenning(TNV). iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 68: No On/Off Switch Warning
Før det skal utføres arbeid på et system som ikke har en av/på- bryter, skal strømledningen trekkes ut. Aviso Antes de começar a trabalhar num sistema que não possua um interruptor ON/OFF, desligue o cabo de alimentação. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 69: Disconnect Device Warning
¡Advertencia! El cableado fijo debe incorporar un dispositivo de desconexión de dos polos y de acceso fácil. Varning! En lättillgänglig tvåpolig frånkopplingsenhet måste ingå i den fasta kopplingen. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 70: Ground Conductor Warning
Nunca anule o condutor à terra nem opere o equipamento sem ter um condutor à terra adequadamente instalado. Em caso de dúvida em relação ao sistema de ligação à terra, contacte os serviços locais de inspecção eléctrica ou um electricista qualificado. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 71: Use Copper Conductors Only
Verwenden Sie ausschließlich Kupferleiter. Avvertenza Usate unicamente dei conduttori di rame. Advarsel Bruk bare kobberledninger. Aviso Utilize apenas fios condutores de cobre. ¡Advertencia! Emplee sólo conductores de cobre. Varning! Använd endast ledare av koppar. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 72: Ground Connection Warning
Voordat u aan een frame of in de nabijheid van voedingen werkt, dient u bij wisselstroom toestellen de stekker van het netsnoer uit het stopcontact te halen; voor gelijkstroom toestellen dient u de stroom uit te schakelen bij de stroomverbreker. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... - Page 73 (CC). Varning! Innan du arbetar med ett chassi eller nära strömförsörjningsenheter skall du för växelströmsenheter dra ur nätsladden och för likströmsenheter bryta strömmen vid överspänningsskyddet. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 74: Power Cabling Warning
Sujetar todo el cableado de alimentación cuando se instale este equipo para evitar que se mezcle con las conexiones del cableado "in situ". Varning! Fäst allt starkströmskablage vid installation av denna enhet så att fältkopplingen inte rubbas. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... -
Page 75: Ac Power Supply Circuit Warning
Poner mucho cuidado al conectar los equipos al circuito de alimentación a fin de no sobrecargar el cableado. Varning! Var noga vid anslutning av enheter till matarströmkretsen så att ledningarna inte överbelastas. iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual... - Page 76 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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Page 77: B: Compliance
B: Compliance This appendix provides international agency compliance, safety, and statutory information for the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router. Please also refer to the EC- Declaration of Conformity at the end of this section. NOTE: Triple DES Encryption is eligible for export from the U.S. to all customers worldwide, except to U.S. -
Page 78: Fcc Compliance
B.1 FCC Compliance The iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Routers comply with Class B of Part 15 of the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) rules as is identified by use of the FCC logo. Radiated and Conducted 47CFR15 Class B, CISPR-22 Class B, EN55022 Class B. -
Page 79: Canadian Labeling Requirements
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. B.4 CE Compliance (European Union) Marking by this symbol indicates the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Routers are in compliance with all relevant European Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directives. -
Page 80: Safety
Router is in compliance to both U.S. and Canadian National Standards on Safety. In addition, the IECEE CB Scheme Test Report and CB Test Certificate for the iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router is done with TUV Rheinland of North America. This CB Scheme is recognized by the multilateral agreement among participating countries and certification organizations. -
Page 81: Compliance With Weee Directive (2002/96/Ec)
According to this directive producers have a certain responsibility regarding their products in the waste phase. iDirect Technologies is offering its clients a take-back solution for iDirect waste products all over Europe. Details can be found on the iDirect Technologies website located at: http://www.idirect.net/page.ww?section=Company&name=Environmental+Responsibility... -
Page 82: Declaration Of Conformity
B.7 Declaration of Conformity iDirect 3000 series™ Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...