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  • Page 1 SAILOR 900 Ka Installation manual...
  • Page 2 Quick guide Configuration tasks (minimum) This quick guide aims at experienced service personnel who have installed the SAILOR 900 Ka system and connected power. It lists the minimum configuration tasks you have to make before the system can be used on-air on a satellite.

  • Page 3: Installation Manual

    SAILOR 900 Ka Installation manual Document number: 98-146706-A Release date: 16 July 2015...
  • Page 4 SW Technology/GPL Compliance, Cobham SATCOM (Thrane & Thrane A/S), Lundtoftegaardsvej 93D 2800 Lyngby DENMARK Write "source for product SAILOR 900 Ka" in the memo line of your payment. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. http://www.cobham.com/about-cobham/communications-and-connectivity/about-us/satcom/free-and- open-source-software-(foss).aspx 98-146706-A...

  • Page 5: Safety Summary

    Safety summary The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.
  • Page 6 Power supply The voltage range for the SAILOR 900 Ka ADU and ACU is 20 – 32 VDC. The Above Deck Unit is powered by the ACU. If a DC power bus is not available, an external 115/230 VAC to 28 VDC power supply can be used, for example a SAILOR 6080 Power Supply.
  • Page 7 Record of Revisions Rev. Description Release Date Initials Original document 17 July 2015 98-146706-A...
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  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Satellite type approvals ....................2-8 2.1.6 Service activation ........................2-8 Part numbers and options ..................2-8 2.2.1 Applicable model and part numbers ................2-8 2.2.2 Options for SAILOR 900 Ka ....................2-8 Chapter 3 Installation What’s in the box ......................3-1 3.1.1 To unpack ..........................3-1 3.1.2 Initial inspection ........................3-2...
  • Page 10 To connect the power cable to the ACU ..............5-3 5.3.2 Power-up procedure ......................5-3 5.3.3 Initialisation steps in daily use ..................5-4 5.3.4 SAILOR 900 Ka operational ....................5-4 Chapter 6 Configuration Introduction to the built-in web interface ..........6-1 6.1.1 Overview ..........................6-1 6.1.2 Connecting to the web interface ................6-1...
  • Page 11 Table of contents Calibration ..........................6-3 6.2.1 Service profile for calibration ..................6-3 6.2.2 Heading input ........................6-4 6.2.3 Azimuth calibration ......................6-8 6.2.4 Cable calibration .......................6-10 6.2.5 Manual One Touch Commissioning (BUC calibration) ........6-11 About operation in gyro-free mode .............6-12 6.2.6 6.2.7 Fixed TX IF principle .......................
  • Page 12 Diagnostics report for troubleshooting ..............8-14 8.6.4 To make a line up procedure ..................8-14 To return units for repair ..................8-16 Appendix A Technical specifications SAILOR 900 Ka system components ..............A-1 A.1.1 General specifications .......................A-1 A.1.2 ADU ............................A-2 A.1.3 ACU ............................A-4...
  • Page 13 Table of contents Alternative ground for fibre glass hulls ............B-9 B.5.1 To ground the ACU ......................B-9 B.5.2 To ground the ADU ......................B-9 Separate ground cable ....................B-11 B.6.1 To construct a ground cable ..................B-11 B.6.2 Ground cable - connection ..................B-12 B.6.3 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base ..........
  • Page 14 Table of contents 98-146706-A...

  • Page 15: About This Manual

    About this manual Intended readers This is an installation and service manual for the SAILOR 900 Ka system, intended for installers of the system and service personnel. Personnel installing or servicing the system must be properly trained and authorized by Cobham SATCOM. It is important that you observe all safety requirements listed in the beginning of this manual, and install the system according to the guidelines in this manual.

  • Page 16: Typography

    Typography Typography In this manual, typography is used as indicated below: Bold is used for the following purposes: • To emphasize words. Example: “Do not touch the antenna”. • To indicate what the user should select in the user interface. Example: “Select SETTINGS >...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Introduction

    2.1.1 Overview The SAILOR 900 Ka is a unique stabilized maritime VSAT antenna system operating in the Ka-band (26.5 to 40 GHz). It provides bi-directional IP data connections both on regional satellite beams and quasi-global Ka-band satellite networks. The following figure shows a coverage map of the Ka service.
  • Page 18 SAILOR 900 Ka system Above Deck Unit (ADU) Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Figure 2-2: ADU and ACU SAILOR 900 Ka features  Single 50 Ohm coax cable for the ADU.  One-Touch Commissioning.  Gyro-free operation.  SNMP support. ...

  • Page 19: Above Deck Unit (Adu)

    2.1.2 Above Deck Unit (ADU) The SAILOR 900 Ka ADU is a 103 cm stabilized tracking antenna, consisting of a suspended antenna with a standard global RF configuration. It is stabilized by heavy duty vibration dampers in 3-axis (plus skew) and can be used in environments with elevations of -25° to + 125°.
  • Page 20 SAILOR 900 Ka system Modules in the SAILOR 900 Ka ADU Figure 2-4: Above Deck Unit modules 1/2 1. GPS module. 2. VSAT Interface Module (VIM2). 3. Pedestal Control Module (PCM). 4. Service switch. In switch-off position the Motor Driver modules and the BUC are turned off for safe conditions during service and repair.
  • Page 21 SAILOR 900 Ka system 7. Zero Reference Module (x3) (ZRM) (not visible on photo). (2 in the figure above, 1 in the figure below) 8. Motor Driver Module for elevation (on the bottom) (DDM/SMD). 9. Elevation motor and encoder (not visible).

  • Page 22: Antenna Control Unit (Acu)

    SAILOR 900 Ka system Four lifting brackets (included in the delivery) and reuse of packing material help getting the ADU safely into place. Satellite profile parameters are entered in the built-in web server of the ACU, using a PC. The system configuration is saved in two modules, there is no loss of data at repair. The large service hatch of the radome gives easy access to the ADU on site.

  • Page 23: Idirect X7 Modem

    SAILOR 900 Ka system You can make a software update with a connected PC and the built-in web interface of the ACU. The ACU has the following interfaces and switch: Figure 2-7: ACU (connector panel) • N-connector for ADU cable (50 Ohm).

  • Page 24: Satellite Type Approvals

    For a list of satellite type approvals see Appendix E, Approvals. 2.1.6 Service activation Before you can start using the SAILOR 900 Ka, you need to activate the system for the Ka service. Contact your service provider for activation. Part numbers and options 2.2.1...

  • Page 25: Installation

    Chapter 3 Installation This chapter has the following sections: • What’s in the box • Site preparation • Installation of the ADU • Installation of the ACU • Installation of the modem • To connect the ADU, ACU and modem What’s in the box 3.1.1 To unpack...

  • Page 26: Initial Inspection

    What’s in the box 3.1.2 Initial inspection Inspect the shipping cartons and wooden box immediately upon receipt for evidence of damage during transport. If the shipping material is severely damaged or water stained, request that the carrier's agent be present when opening the cartons and wooden box. Save all box packing material for future use.

  • Page 27: Site Preparation

    1. Mount the ADU on stiffened structures with a minimum of exposure to vibrations. You do not have to align the ADU with the bow-to-stern line of the ship. When configuring the SAILOR 900 Ka system, the azimuth calibration provides the correct azimuth of the ADU.

  • Page 28: Obstructions (Adu Shadowing)

    Site preparation 3.2.2 Obstructions (ADU shadowing) The ADU is stabilized in 3-axis (plus skew) and can be used in environments with elevations of -25° to + 125° to allow for continuous pointing even in heavy sea conditions. The ADU beam is approximately 1 m in diameter for the first 30 m from the ADU. Beyond 30 m the beam gradually widens so that it is approximately 5 m in diameter at 100 m distance.

  • Page 29: Blocking Zones With Azimuth And Elevation

    Site preparation 3.2.3 Blocking zones with azimuth and elevation Your installation may require that you set up blocking zones for the ADU, i.e. areas where the ADU will not transmit and areas where transmit power is potentially dangerous for persons frequently being in these zones. You can set up 8 blocking zones. Each blocking zone is set up with azimuth start and stop, and elevation angle.

  • Page 30: Safe Access To The Adu (Radiation Hazard)

    Site preparation 3.2.4 Safe access to the ADU (radiation hazard) The ADU radiates up to 54.5 dBW EIRP. This translates to a minimum safety distance of 30 m from the ADU while it is transmitting, based on a radiation level of 10 W/m MICROWAVE RADIATION NO PERSONNEL within safety distance of 30 m, based on 10 W/m...

  • Page 31: Ship Motion And Offset From The Ship's Motion Centre

    Site preparation 3.2.5 Ship motion and offset from the ship’s motion centre When installing the ADU you must consider the mounting height carefully. The higher up the ADU is mounted, the higher is the linear g force applied to the ADU. The g force also depends on the roll period of the ship, see Table 3-1.

  • Page 32: Mast Foundation And Height

    Site preparation 3.2.6 Mast foundation and height The ADU mast must be designed to carry the weight of the ADU (126 kg), plus the weight of the mast flange. The mast must also be able to withstand on-board vibrations and wind speeds up to 110 knots on the radome, even in icing conditions.
  • Page 33 Site preparation CAUTION! Avoid sharp edges where the flange is in direct contact with the radome. Round all edges as much as possible to avoid damaging the surface of the radome. 3. Allow sufficient space so the nut is free of the welded seam and there is room for tools (min.
  • Page 34 Site preparation Mast length and diameter The placement of the ADU must ensure a rigid structural connection to the hull or structure of the ship. Parts of the ship with heavy resonant vibrations are not suitable places for the ADU. A small platform or short mast shall provide rigid support for the ADU fastening bolts and a rigid interface to the ship.
  • Page 35 Site preparation Mast without Max. free mast Outer Wall Weight braces length (steel), (m) Diameter (mm) Thickness (mm) (kg/m) 24.0 26.5 30.2 32.7 Table 3-2: Mast dimensions without braces a. The height of 0.4 m is not recommended to be used as it will make access through the ADU’s service hatch difficult.
  • Page 36 Site preparation Max. free Outer Thickness Outer Wall mast Diameter Mast with 2 braces Diameter Thickness length (steel), for brace brace (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Table 3-4: Mast dimensions with 2 braces Make sure that there is sufficient space underneath the ADU to open the service hatch. Through this hatch you access the ADU modules for service and maintenance.

  • Page 37: Interference From Radar, Gps And Other Transmitters

    (below approximately 10 m) between radar antenna and the SAILOR 900 Ka ADU. Therefore it is recommended to ensure as much vertical separation as possible when the SAILOR 900 Ka ADU has to be placed close to a radar antenna.

  • Page 38: Radar Interference

    Even at distances greater than “d min.” in the previous section the radar might still be able to degrade the performance of the SAILOR 900 Ka system. The presence of one or more S or X-band radars within a radius up to 100 m may cause a minor degradation of the Ka- band connection.
  • Page 39 Site preparation placed inside the radar beam, configure the radar to have a blanking zone to avoid transmission towards the antenna. CAUTION! The ADU must never be installed closer to a radar than “d min.” - even if experiments show that interference free operation can be obtained at shorter distances than “d min.”...

  • Page 40: Condensation, Water Intrusion And Deposits

    Site preparation 3.2.8 Condensation, water intrusion and deposits In some weather conditions there may occur condensation inside the radome. The drain tube is designed to lead any water away from inside the radome. Observe the following guidelines for condensation and water intrusion: 1.

  • Page 41: Installation Of The Adu

    Installation of the ADU Installation of the ADU The following sections describe the installation and grounding of the ACU. The ADU is shipped fully assembled. You have to install it on the mast and attach the ADU cable. WARNING! Use a strong webbed sling with a belt to lift the ADU without damaging the radome.

  • Page 42: To Install The Adu

    Installation of the ADU 3.3.1 To install the ADU Prerequisites • Check for potential interference, read more in Interference from radar, GPS and other transmitters on page 3-13. • Install the ADU at a location where vibrations are limited to a minimum. •...
  • Page 43 Installation of the ADU 8. Remove the 4 lifting brackets. For safekeeping fasten the lifting brackets inside the bottom of the radome. Figure 3-17: Mounting the ADU on the mast flange 9. Put the coaxial ADU cable through the protection plate as shown in the following figure and connect the N connector of the ADU cable to the ADU.
  • Page 44 Installation of the ADU 10. Select a suitable size for the cable gland: 16—20 mm diameter or 19–23 mm diameter. See also N-connector interface on the ADU on page A-7 for a more detailed drawing how to connect the N-connector on the ADU. Protection plate N connector Figure 3-18: Connecting the ADU cable...

  • Page 45: To Open And Remove The Service Hatch

    Installation of the ADU 3.3.2 To open and remove the service hatch Through the service hatch you can access the antenna modules. You can remove the hatch for better mobility when servicing the antenna. Do as follows to open and remove the service hatch: 1.

  • Page 46: To Ground The Adu

    Installation of the ADU 3.3.3 To ground the ADU The ADU must be grounded using the mounting bolts. To ground the ADU do as follows: 1. Clean the metal underneath the head of at least one bolt of insulating protective coating and use a serrated washer to obtain a good ground connection 2.

  • Page 47: Alternative Adu Cable

    Installation of the ADU 3.3.4 Alternative ADU cable The allowed RF loss in the antenna cable must be maximum 20 dB RF loss @ 1950 MHz and maximum 35 dB RF loss @ 4450 MHz. You can verify the cable attenuation margin with the cable calibration, see Cable calibration on page 6-10 for more details.

  • Page 48: Installation Of The Acu

    Installation of the ACU Installation of the ACU The following sections describe the installation and grounding of the ACU. 3.4.1 To install the ACU A cable relief bracket is already mounted when receiving the ACU. The cable relief is a simple system to secure cables with cable strips.

  • Page 49: Installation Of The Modem

    Installation of the modem Installation of the modem See the documentation of the iDirect X7 Modem. To connect the ADU, ACU and modem The following figure shows how to connect the ADU, ACU and the modem. Service port for control PC Figure 3-23: Connection between ADU, ACU and modem 1.
  • Page 50 To connect the ADU, ACU and modem 3-26 Chapter 3: Installation 98-146706-A...

  • Page 51: Interfaces Of The Acu

    Chapter 4 Interfaces This chapter has in the following section: • Interfaces of the ACU Interfaces of the ACU 4.1.1 LEDs, display, keypad and connectors The following figure shows the LEDs, display and the keypad of the ACU. For an explanation of the texts in the display see ACU display and keypad on page 6-38.

  • Page 52: Adu Connector

    Interfaces of the ACU DC input: Female plug (Weidmuller, Part number 1930050000) for wires up to AWG10/6 mm (included in the delivery). Outline (on the ACU) Pin function Wire color Left Vin+ Right Vin- Black Table 4-1: DC Input plug, outline and pin assignment 1.

  • Page 53: Rx In And Tx Out Connectors

    Interfaces of the ACU 4.1.4 Rx In and Tx Out connectors The ACU has an Rx Out and a Tx In connector. Use these connectors to connect the ACU to the modem. Outline (on the ACU) Pin number Pin function Inner conductor: reference clock, Rx/Tx Outer conductor: GND (Shield)

  • Page 54: And Rs-422 Connectors

    Interfaces of the ACU Supported NMEA sentences: • HEHDT (North seeking Gyro compass) • GPHDT (GPS compass) • HNHDT (Non-North seeking gyro compass) • IIHDT (Integrated Instrument) • HCHDT (Magnetic compass) Recommended NMEA 0183 cable: Two-wire constructed with one enclosed shield Network signal pair: •...

  • Page 55: Lan1 - 4 Connectors

    LAN connector of the ACU for system control. 4. Use Port 4 (network 3) to connect the SAILOR 900 Ka to the vessel’s LAN For more details about the LAN networks see To configure the LAN network on page 6-24.
  • Page 56 Interfaces of the ACU Chapter 4: Interfaces 98-146706-A...

  • Page 57: Power And Startup

    Chapter 5 Power and startup This chapter has the following sections: • Power source • Power cable • Power up Power source The ACU is powered with DC power. There are different options for the power supply: • The 24 VDC ship supply provides power for the ACU. •...
  • Page 58 Power cable Example: 1 A and 50 mV. Source impedance: 50 mV/1 Amp = 50 mOhm. Figure 5-1: Measuring the ship source impedance If the total impedance is higher than the limits stated in Note section , the terminal may become unstable and start to on/off oscillate.

  • Page 59: Power Up

    • READY This may take some time (up to a couple of minutes). 3. The SAILOR 900 Ka is ready to be calibrated (for first time power up) or receive data from the modem (when in normal operation). The LEDs Power and Fail/Pass are steady green, the LED Logon is off. For further information on status indicators see Status signalling with LEDs and status messages on page 8-8.

  • Page 60: Initialisation Steps In Daily Use

    • POINTING ANTENNA • ACQUIRING SIGNAL • TRACKING 5.3.4 SAILOR 900 Ka operational When the display shows TRACKING. MDM: NETOK and the LED Logon is steady green the system is operational. Figure 5-3: ACU display, system operational Chapter 5: Power and startup...

  • Page 61: Configuration

    Overview Use the built-in web interface (installation of software is not necessary) of the SAILOR 900 Ka ACU to make a full configuration of the SAILOR 900 Ka. You can use a standard Internet browser. For quick start instructions see Calibration on page 6-3.
  • Page 62 Introduction to the built-in web interface Figure 6-1: LAN 3 connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 Ka If you want to use another LAN port to access the web interface you must configure it according to your network requirements. See To configure the LAN network on page 6- 24 for more information.

  • Page 63: Calibration

    Service profile to be used for the azimuth calibration. A cable calibration is required in order to record the cable characteristics of the antenna cable which is used in the SAILOR 900 Ka fixed gain feature. See Fixed TX IF principle on page 6- 13 for more information.

  • Page 64: Heading Input

    Calibration Figure 6-3: Service profile for calibration 6. Enter the data for the satellite that you want to use as a calibration reference. Note the following calibration requirements: Elevation angle: 5 – 70 degrees. Not allowed for calibration: Inclined orbit. Satellite identifier: GSC, NID, Orbital position (DVB-S, DVB-S2) Satellite Position Frequency Satellite identifier...
  • Page 65 Calibration Figure 6-4: Web interface: SERVICE, Calibration (example) If you do not want to enter the satellite data on the Note calibration page you can select a dedicated satellite service profile for calibration and select it. For information how to set up a service profile see 6.2.1.
  • Page 66 Calibration Heading input Description External Heading input from the vessel’s gyro compass (default). If there is no heading input due to failure, alarms are raised and the antenna continues in gyro-free mode. When heading input is available again and a new acquisition is made, alarms are cleared. See also About operation in gyro-free mode on page 6-12.
  • Page 67 Calibration 3. The antenna checks each stored position for up to 10 seconds. If RX lock is detected for more than 20% of the time, the antenna goes to Tracking. With heading input or fixed heading and Inclined Orbit Satellite 1.

  • Page 68: Azimuth Calibration

    Calibration Inclination Activity 0° 1° 2° 3° 4° Validate result 10 - 30 s 10 - 30 s 10 - 30 s 10 - 30 s 10 - 30 s (10 s per result) Max. total time 25 - 45 s 30 - 50 s 35 - 55 s 45 - 65 s...
  • Page 69 Calibration 3. Type in its tracking frequency. 4. Select Satellite identifier: GSC, NID, Orbital position (DVB-S, DVB-S2) 5. Click Start and wait typically 5 minutes for the azimuth calibration to finish. A progress bar is shown during calibration and a message is displayed when the calibration has completed.

  • Page 70: Cable Calibration

    Calibration Error code Explanation The antenna could not point with sufficient precision. Check that the antenna is mounted in a stable way. Other possible causes might be electrical or mechanical faults. No signal received. Check that there is free line of sight. Try again or try with another satellite.

  • Page 71: Manual One Touch Commissioning (Buc Calibration)

    Calibration 6.2.5 Manual One Touch Commissioning (BUC calibration) When the modem starts up for the first time it will automatically register with the BUC and perform P1dB compression and thereafter register with the network. During the P1dB compression the antenna will point away from the satellite and the ACU will show BUC calibration on the DASHBOARD and the ACU display.

  • Page 72: About Operation In Gyro-Free Mode

    Calibration 4. Type the user name admin (default) and the password iDirect (default). Figure 6-10: Unified web interface of the Core Module 5. In the menu Commissioning click One Touch Commissioning. 6. Click Start. Once commissioning is completed the antenna will search for the I5 satellite with the highest elevation.

  • Page 73: Fixed Tx If Principle

    Fixed TX IF principle The SAILOR 900 Ka uses a TX IF gain concept. After calibration it provides a fixed average gain from the TX-port of the ACU to the input of the BUC. Advantages of the fixed TX IF gain principle are: •...

  • Page 74: Configuration With The Web Interface

    Configuration with the web interface Configuration with the web interface 6.3.1 Overview and dashboard Topics in the web interface Use the site map to get an overview over the existing menus, submenus and topics. You can click on each menu in the site map to go directly to the page or display the respective submenu.
  • Page 75 Configuration with the web interface Figure 6-12: Web interface: DASHBOARD 1. The navigation pane holds the main menu. Clicking an item in the menu opens a submenu in the navigation pane or a new page in the contents section. 2. The signal status field shows the tracking signal strength of the antenna. The signal strength can vary during operation, depending on the current position relative to the satellite.
  • Page 76 Information fields on the Dashboard DASHBOARD Description System status Current status of the SAILOR 900 Ka Examples: Not ready (waiting for input from GNSS, e.g. GPS) Ready (waiting for data from the modem or no satellite profile selected) Pointing antenna (locating the satellite)
  • Page 77 Current RF tracking frequency frequency ACU part name, Part names, serial numbers for ACU and ADU, software version of ADU part name, the SAILOR 900 Ka. ACU serial number, ADU serial number, Software version Table 6-7: Web interface, DASHBOARD, first section (Continued) a.
  • Page 78 Description BUC TX On or Off. Shows if the SAILOR 900 Ka has enabled the BUC or not. It is the same TX ON/TX OFF as shown in the display of the ACU, see ACU display and keypad on page 6-38.

  • Page 79: Satellite Profiles And Vsat Modem Profiles

    Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 6.4.1 Satellite profiles A satellite profile with the modem is already set up at the factory. You may add a satellite profile with the generic modem for troubleshooting purposes. This is done on the page Satellite profiles.

  • Page 80: Vsat Modem Profiles

    Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 6.4.2 VSAT modem profiles On the page VSAT modem profiles you create, edit or delete VSAT modem profiles. You must add at least one VSAT modem profile. Figure 6-14: Web interface: SETTINGS, VSAT modem profiles (example) A VSAT modem profile contains all VSAT modem settings that are necessary for a successful connection to the satellite.
  • Page 81 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Figure 6-16: Satellite profile with generic modem 98-146706-A Chapter 6: Configuration 6-21...

  • Page 82: To Set Up Blocking Zones (Rx And Tx)

    Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 6.4.3 To set up blocking zones (RX and TX) You can define blocking zones, i.e. NO TX and RX zones, enter azimuth values and elevation angles for each blocking zone. To enable a blocking zone you must select Active. Figure 6-17: Web interface: SETTINGS, Blocking zones —...
  • Page 83 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 3. Enter start and stop azimuth value in degrees for the blocking zone. Values allowed: 0 to 360 degrees. Enter clockwise. Figure 6-18: Blocking zone, example: 315 - 45 degrees Figure 6-19: Blocking zone, example: 45 - 315 degrees 4.

  • Page 84: To Configure The Lan Network

    If any ports of the SAILOR 900 Ka are exposed to the Internet you must change the default passwords as anyone with access and malicious intent can render the SAILOR 900 Ka inoperable.
  • Page 85 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Figure 6-20: Web interface: SETTINGS, Network (default settings) Make sure that the networks do not use IP address ranges that overlap. Important Make the necessary changes on this page and click Apply. 98-146706-A Chapter 6: Configuration 6-25...
  • Page 86 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Sections Preferred use NETWORK Host The host name is used for identifying the ACU in local networks and in name e-mail reports. The default host name is acu. You can change the name. Letters (a-z), digits (0-9) and hyphen (-) are allowed as legal characters. Note: The host name must start with a letter.

  • Page 87: E-Mail Setup

    Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles The default gateway can be set as a static IP address. Then set the default gateway source to static and enter the IP address of the default gateway. To remove the default gateway set it to 0.0.0.0. Alternatively, if your DHCP server is able to provide a default gateway address and you have selected DHCP client above, then select the same LAN as your default gateway source.

  • Page 88: To Send Statistics Reports

    6.4.6 To send statistics reports SAILOR 900 Ka can send a statistics report at fixed intervals through an external Internet connection. This report contains historical information from the SAILOR 900 Ka up to 1 month. It is sent as a zipped attachment to an e-mail address. The file format is a comma- separated value file (csv).
  • Page 89 ACU serial number ADU SN ADU serial number SW ver. Software version System type SAILOR 900 Ka Table 6-12: Statistics report, header record Parameter recorded Description UTC. (s) UTC in seconds and date format for the data set. UTC (YYYY-MM-DD hh:mm) RSSI.Av...
  • Page 90 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Parameter recorded Description Carrier rf.rx (GHz) Rx frequency of carrier for this record. Carrier rf.tx (GHz) Tx frequency of carrier for this record. Pol.rx Current Rx and Tx polarisation modes Pol.tx Rx Lock (%) Rx locked and logon time, in percent, for the sampling Logon (%) interval.

  • Page 91: To Send A Diagnostics Report

    Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles Figure 6-24: Statistics report (example) 6.4.7 To send a diagnostics report You can send automatically generated diagnostic reports at fixed intervals. The diagnostic report contains information from the ADU and ACU that are relevant for the service personnel during troubleshooting.

  • Page 92: Upload

    Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 6.4.8 Upload For uploading new software to the SAILOR 900 Ka see Software update on page 8-5. 6.4.9 Administration In this section of the web interface you can configure the following administrative settings: • To access the administration settings (user name, password) •...
  • Page 93 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles To change the administrator password Do as follows: 1. After entering the administrator user name and password in the ADMINISTRATION page, locate the section Change administrator logon. Figure 6-26: Web interface: Administration, change administrator logon and password 2.
  • Page 94 2. Click Logoff. To set up user permissions (guest login) You can manage user access to certain functions of the SAILOR 900 Ka system. You can allow or deny users that are not administrators access to certain functions and make these pages read-only.
  • Page 95 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles 2. For each item under ALLOW USERS TO: select • Yes to allow access • No to block access to the settings. Then the pages are read-only, changes cannot be made by non-administrator users. Item Description Change network...
  • Page 96 To import and export a system configuration If you need to reuse a configuration in another SAILOR 900 Ka system, you can save the current configuration to a file, which can then be loaded into another SAILOR 900 Ka. You can also use this feature as backup.
  • Page 97 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles • Azimuth adjustment • Network setup • User permissions • ACU display: brightness setting To reset to factory default settings, do as follows: 1. From the left navigation pane, select ADMINISTRATION > Factory default. Figure 6-30: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION >...

  • Page 98: Keypad And Menus Of The Acu

    Signal strength Figure 6-31: Display and keypad of the ACU (example) 1. Current status of the SAILOR 900 Ka: NOT READY (Waiting for input from GNSS, e.g. GPS) READY (no satellite profile selected)

  • Page 99: Navigating The Menus

    Keypad and menus of the ACU <Extern mute> = [X,x] <Modem TX> = [m,M] <ADU TX> = [a,A] <Tx pol>=[-,H,V,L,R] After 1 hour the display is dimmed to lowest intensity. Press any key to light up the display. 6.5.2 Navigating the menus Use the keypad to navigate the menus.
  • Page 100 Description menu MAIN View with current status of the SAILOR 900 Ka. Example when logged on to the satellite: This view is displayed after a time out of 10 minutes. Press any key (except left arrow) to enter the menu at MAIN.
  • Page 101 Current IP address for LAN 1 MASK 1 Current netmask for LAN 1 PORT 3 IP (LAN 3) Current IP address of the SAILOR 900 Ka web interface (default: http://192.168.0.1) Table 6-18: NETWORK menu of the ACU 98-146706-A Chapter 6: Configuration...
  • Page 102 Keypad and menus of the ACU NETWORK menu Description MASK 3 (LAN 3) Current netmask of the SAILOR 900 Ka web interface (default: 255.255.255.0) PORT 4 IP Current IP address for LAN 4 MASK 4 Current netmask for LAN 4...

  • Page 103: Brightness Of The Display

    Keypad and menus of the ACU Example: EVENT 1/4*: This is the first event out of a list of 4 and there has been a change in the list. EVENT 1/4 will always be shown, the * indicates that there has been a change.

  • Page 104: Snmp Support

    SNMP is always enabled on all Ethernet interfaces. The SNMP community string is public. The SAILOR 900 Ka offers via SNMP most of the data that are available from the DASHBOARD web pages. Detailed documentation about supported OIDs can be found in the SAILOR 900 Ka MIB file.

  • Page 105: Chapter 7 Installation Check

    Chapter 7 Installation check Now that you have installed the system, you can test it to verify it is ready for customer delivery. Follow the check lists below to test the system for proper operation. • Installation check list: Antenna •...

  • Page 106: Installation Check List: Antenna

    Installation check list: Antenna Installation check list: Antenna Step Task Further information Done Check that the antenna is free of obstructions. See Obstructions (ADU shadowing) on page 3-4. Make sure there is sufficient space for access See To install the ADU on page 3-18. through the service hatch.

  • Page 107: Installation Check List: Acu And Modem, Connectors And Wiring

    Installation check list: ACU and modem, connectors and wiring Installation check list: ACU and modem, connectors and wiring Step Task Verification and further information Done Check that the ACU is grounded correctly, See To ground the ACU on page 3-24 using the mounting bolts and washers.

  • Page 108: Installation Check List: Functional Test In Harbor

    Installation check list: Functional test in harbor Installation check list: Functional test in harbor Step Task Further information Done Check that the antenna is The logon LED in the ACU display must be tracking the satellite steady green and the display must show: TRACKING.

  • Page 109: Chapter 8 Service

    Chapter 8 Service This chapter has the following sections: • To get support • Software update • Status signalling with LEDs and status messages • Removal and replacement of the ACU • Removal and replacement of ADU modules • Troubleshooting •...

  • Page 110: To Get Support

    To get support To get support If this manual does not provide the remedies to solve your problem, contact your service provider. 8.1.1 Help desk and diagnostic report During the installation you can enter the support contact for this installation. 1.

  • Page 111: Self Test

    For a list of all events with description, error code (ID), explanation and remedy see List of ADU events on page C-2 and List of ACU events on page C-8. Self test You can start a self test of the SAILOR 900 Ka ADU and ACU. 1. Click Self test in the HELPDESK page. Self test 2.
  • Page 112 To get support Reset to factory defaults You can reset the SAILOR 900 Ka ADU and ACU to factory defaults. See To reset to factory default - ADU and ACU on page 6-36. Warning! Reset to factory default will delete all...

  • Page 113: Software Update

    This is shown in the ACU display as ADU SW UPLOAD. To make a software update, do as follows: 1. Power up the SAILOR 900 Ka system, i.e. switch on the ACU. Wait until the SAILOR logo has disappeared from the ACU display.
  • Page 114 Software update Figure 8-3: Software update with the web interface 7. Click Browse... and locate the new software file. 8. Click Upload. Do not browse away from the upload page. This Important will terminate the upload process. Wait for the browser to reload automatically.
  • Page 115 Software update Figure 8-4: Verifying software update 98-146706-A Chapter 8: Service...

  • Page 116: Status Signalling With Leds And Status Messages

    For details on error messages after a POST or a self test see Event list on page 8-3. Means of signalling The SAILOR 900 Ka provides various methods for signalling the system status. LEDs on the front panel of the ACU are used to signal: •...

  • Page 117: Leds In The Acu

    Status signalling with LEDs and status messages 8.3.2 LEDs in the ACU The ACU has 3 LEDs: on the front panel: Power, Logon and Fail/Pass LED. Behaviour Description Power Steady green Power supply OK Steady red Power supply failure No power Logon Flashing Current status is displayed:...

  • Page 118: Removal And Replacement Of The Acu

    Removal and replacement of the ACU Removal and replacement of the ACU There are no parts in the ACU that you can remove or replace. Contact your Cobham SATCOM service partner for further repair or replacement. 8-10 Chapter 8: Service...

  • Page 119: Removal And Replacement Of Adu Modules

    Removal and replacement of ADU modules Removal and replacement of ADU modules All replacement of modules must be carried out by a Cobham SATCOM service partner. The figure below shows the modules and their position. Some modules are equipped with LEDs for status information and troubleshooting.
  • Page 120 Removal and replacement of ADU modules 4. Service switch. In switch-off position the Motor Driver modules (DDM/SMD), the BCM and the BUC are turned off for safe conditions during service and repair. The switch must be in on position for normal ADU operation. 5.
  • Page 121 Removal and replacement of ADU modules Figure 8-6: Above Deck Unit modules 2/2 16. Motor Driver Module for Azimuth (DDM/SMD). 17. Azimuth motor. 18. Azimuth encoder. 19. Rotary joint. 20. Feed horn. Before contacting your service partner check the LEDs on all modules (VIM, DDMs, PCM, PMM and ISM).

  • Page 122: Troubleshooting

    The ship must not move during the calibration procedure. Note The SAILOR 900 Ka has been tested at the factory and online on a live satellite link to calibrate the TX polarisation unit. You can fine-tune the TX polarization by doing a line up as described below.
  • Page 123 Troubleshooting 3. Go to the page SERVICE > Line up. As soon as the antenna is in tracking mode and points to the satellite, the text next to Status shows: Please wait. Improving tracking. This may take up to 2 minutes. Wait until the text shows: Ready for activation.

  • Page 124: To Return Units For Repair

    When finished, the saved value for TX polarisation is visible the next time the line up procedure is selected. To return units for repair Should your Cobham SATCOM product fail, please contact your dealer or installer, or the nearest Cobham SATCOM partner. You will find the partner details on www.cobham.com/satcom where you also find the Cobham SATCOM Self Service Center web-portal, which may help you solve the problem.

  • Page 125: Appendix A Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical specifications This appendix has the following sections: • SAILOR 900 Ka system components • Outline drawings • X7 Modem BUC & Console to ACU cable SAILOR 900 Ka system components A.1.1 General specifications Item Specification Frequency band Ka-Band 19.2 to 20.2 GHz...

  • Page 126: Adu

    SAILOR 900 Ka system components A.1.2 Item Specification antenna Antenna type, pedestal 3-axis (plus skew) stabilised tracking with integrated GPS Antenna type, reflector system Reflector/sub-reflector, ring focus Transmit Gain 47.5 dBi typ. @ 29.5 GHz (excluding radome) Receive Gain 44.0 dBi typ. @ 19.7 GHz (excluding radome) 20.1 dB/K typ.
  • Page 127 SAILOR 900 Ka system components Item Specification Wind resistance Operational: 80 kt. Survival: 110 kt. Survival: 25 mm (1 inch) Solar radiation 1120 W/m to MIL-STD-810F 505.4 Compass safe distance 100 cm to EN 60945 Maintenance, scheduled None (T >10°C)

  • Page 128: Acu

    SAILOR 900 Ka system components A.1.3 Item Specification Dimensions, rack mount 1 U, 19 inch 4.4 x 48 x 33 cm (1.75 x 19 x 13 inch) H x W x D Weight 4.5 kg (10 lbs) Ambient temperature Operational: -25°C to +55°C Storage: -40°C to +85°C...

  • Page 129: Adu

    Outline drawings Outline drawings A.2.1 Figure A-1: Outline drawing: ADU 98-146706-A Appendix A: Technical specifications...

  • Page 130: Acu

    Outline drawings A.2.2 Figure A-2: Outline drawing: ACU, 19 inch rack Appendix A: Technical specifications 98-146706-A...

  • Page 131: N-Connector Interface On The Adu

    Outline drawings A.2.3 N-connector interface on the ADU Figure A-3: N-Connector interface on the ADU 98-146706-A Appendix A: Technical specifications...

  • Page 132: X7 Modem Buc & Console To Acu Cable

    X7 Modem BUC & Console to ACU cable X7 Modem BUC & Console to ACU cable Figure A-4: X7 Modem BUC & Console to ACU cable Appendix A: Technical specifications 98-146706-A...

  • Page 133: Appendix B Ground And Rf Protection

    • Jumper cable for grounding Why is a ground connection required? You must grounding the SAILOR 900 Ka system for at least two reasons: • Safety: Lightning protection of persons and equipment. • Protection: ESD (ElectroStatic Discharge) protection of equipment.

  • Page 134: Recommendations

    Recommendations Recommendations B.2.1 To ground the ACU To ground the ACU do as follows: 1. Ground the ACU to the ship/hull. For this purpose you may use a short ADU cable and a grounding kit. 2. Further, the ACU must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected.
  • Page 135 Recommendations 2. Run the foil past the place where the short ADU cable is to be grounded and mount a grounding kit on top of the foil. For details on the jumper cable see Jumper cable for grounding on page B-14. Jumper cable Cable to ADU Figure B-1: Extending the ground plane...

  • Page 136: To Ground The Adu

    Alternative ground for steel hulls B.2.2 To ground the ADU To ground the ADU do as follows: 1. Ground the ADU to the ship/hull via one or more of its mounting bolts. 2. Make sure to remove painting, dirt, grease etc. at the mounting holes in order to make good electrical contact to the hull.

  • Page 137: To Ground The Acu

    Alternative ground for steel hulls 3. Establish the ground connection either at the hull (recommended) or at a dedicated RF ground if available (alternative). However, bear in mind that the ADU ground Important connection must be made at the same electrical ground potential as the ACU (see To ground the ADU on page B-5).
  • Page 138 Alternative ground for steel hulls Figure B-3: Grounding at a dedicated RF ground (alternative) Appendix B: Ground and RF protection 98-146706-A...

  • Page 139: Alternative Ground For Aluminum Hulls

    Alternative ground for aluminum hulls Alternative ground for aluminum hulls The following guidelines assume a two-wire, isolated grounding arrangement; that is no part of the circuit, in particular the battery negative, is connected to any ground potential or equipment. B.4.1 To ground the ACU To ground the ACU do as follows: 1.
  • Page 140 Alternative ground for aluminum hulls 3. Route the ground cable parallel and in close proximity to the shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to the ACU Grounding kit. Use a heavy gauge wire with tinned strands (min. 6 mm ) for this purpose.

  • Page 141: Alternative Ground For Fibre Glass Hulls

    Alternative ground for fibre glass hulls Alternative ground for fibre glass hulls B.5.1 To ground the ACU To ground the ACU do as follows: 1. Preferably ground the ACU with the short ADU cable and a grounding kit (available from Thrane &...
  • Page 142 Alternative ground for fibre glass hulls Figure B-5: Alternative grounding for fibreglass hulls B-10 Appendix B: Ground and RF protection 98-146706-A...

  • Page 143: Separate Ground Cable

    Separate ground cable Separate ground cable B.6.1 To construct a ground cable When dealing with electrical installations in a marine environment, all wiring must be done with double insulated, tinned strands, high quality and if exposed also UV resistant cables. This shall also apply to the separate ground cable mentioned in the previous paragraphs.

  • Page 144: Ground Cable - Connection

    Separate ground cable B.6.2 Ground cable - connection To mount the ground cable do as follows: 1. Mount the ground cable close to and parallel to the shielded coax cable thus minimizing ground loop problems. If possible, route the coax cable and the ground cable in metal conduits bonded to the hull or within a mast (depending on the actual installation).

  • Page 145: Rf Interference

    RF interference Interference induced from nearby high-power RF transmitters might cause system failures and in extreme cases permanent damage to the SAILOR 900 Ka equipment. If there are problems with interference from HF transmitters, do as follows: 1. Mount ferrite clamps on the coax cable in order to provide suppression of induced RF.

  • Page 146: Jumper Cable For Grounding

    Jumper cable for grounding Jumper cable for grounding Figure B-9: Jumper cable for grounding (specifications) B-14 Appendix B: Ground and RF protection 98-146706-A...

  • Page 147: Appendix C System Messages

    • CM (Continuous Monitoring) – automatically performed while the system is in operation. When the SAILOR 900 Ka detects an event that requires your action, it issues an event message and the red Fail/Pass LED in the LED panel of the ACU is lit. As long as an event is active, it is shown in the ACU display, the Control Panel and the web interface (in HELPDESK >...

  • Page 148: List Of Adu Events

    List of ADU events List of ADU events Error code Unit Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0A001-0 Antenna ERROR Production data Production data is invalid. 0A002-0 Antenna ERROR XIM internal Antenna configuration data stored in the PCM module is invalid. 0A003-0 Antenna ERROR XIM external Antenna configuration data stored in the VIM/TIM module is invalid.
  • Page 149 List of ADU events Error code Unit Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0A018-0 Antenna ERROR ISM ABS device Cannot initialise the ISM Info: 0x00000000: Device not found (possible cabling problem) 0x000cbbaa: Device internal error (replace device) aa=status, bb=state, c=calibration data error. 0A019-0 Antenna ERROR PMM ABS device Cannot initialise the PMM.
  • Page 150 List of ADU events Error code Unit Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0A02B-0 Antenna ERROR ABS software The ABS software version in the antenna is too version old to match the hardware requirements. Upgrade the software. 0A02D-0 Antenna ERROR BUC reference The BUC reference switches do not work.
  • Page 151 List of ADU events Error code Unit Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0A043-0 Antenna WARNING LNB voltage low The voltage for the LNB is too low probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM/TIM or LNB. 0A044-0 Antenna WARNING LNB voltage high The voltage for the LNB is too high probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM/TIM.
  • Page 152 List of ADU events Error code Unit Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0A053-0 Antenna ERROR Communication error between PCM and ISM. communication Check SUB-D connectors and cables. 0A054-0 Antenna ERROR Communication error between PCM and PMM. communication Check SUB-D connectors and cables. 0A055-0 Antenna WARNING Azi DDM warning The azimuth motor controller has temporarily observed an unusual situation with regards to...
  • Page 153 List of ADU events Error code Unit Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0A05A-0 Antenna WARNING Xel cal. limits Cross-elevation axis calibration result check limits exceeded. Pointing performance may be degraded. Info: See 0A059-0. 0A05B-0 Antenna WARNING Ele cal. limits Elevation axis calibration result check limits exceeded.

  • Page 154: List Of Acu Events

    List of ACU events List of ACU events Error code Severity Description Explanation (ID) 08060-0 ADM WARNING Antenna modem ACU/Antenna communication error detected (framing and parity). If the situation is persistent, check if cable specifications comply (length and attenuation). 08063-0 ADM ERROR Antenna connection The ACU has lost connection with the antenna.
  • Page 155 List of ACU events Error code Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0806F-0 ADM WARNING ROSS synchronization The ACU has become out of sync with the ROSS device, most likely because the ACU has been replaced, or the ROSS satellite profile is new. A manual (forced) handoff sequence must be initiated from the ROSS, refer to the ROSS manual for the procedure.
  • Page 156 List of ACU events Error code Severity Description Explanation (ID) 0810B-0 ADM ERROR Antenna software Some error occurred during upload of software to version the antenna, which means that the antenna software version is not as expected. Either the software in the ACU, does not meet the minimum version required by the antenna, the software image in the ACU is corrupted or the upload procedure failed because of a communication...
  • Page 157 List of ACU events Error code Severity Description Explanation (ID) 08A01-0 ADM WARNING Core Module heater There is a problem with the Core Module heater. Check and replace if necessary. 08A02-0 ADM WARNING Core Module The Core Module temperature is out of range. It temperature may affect performance, and it will be shut down if the situation gets worse.
  • Page 158 List of ACU events C-12 Appendix C: System messages 98-146706-A...

  • Page 159: Appendix D Command Line Interface

    Appendix D Command line interface Introduction After you have done the initial configuration and connected the SAILOR VSAT system to your network, you can use Telnet to configure the SAILOR VSAT system. You can also setup VSAT modem parameters. H:\>telnet 192.168.0.1 UCLI:/$ config current_list UCLI:/$ config activate acu login: admin...

  • Page 160: Help

    Supported commands D.1.2 Help If you enter help directly at the prompt UCLI:/$ all available commands are listed. Additionally any command will take help as first argument and display detailed information of the specific command. D.1.3 Conventions The command description below uses the following special typography: Convention Description Information that is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 161: Config

    Supported commands D.2.1 config Command Description Shows the sub commands available, including a short config description. config pending_list Shows the number of pending changes. config current_list Shows the values for the current satellite profile, antenna and some tracking information. Discards all pending changes. config discard Use this command to save and activate the pending config activate...

  • Page 162: Exit

    Supported commands D.2.4 exit Command Description Exits the connection to the SAILOR VSAT system. exit Table D-5: UCLI command: exit D.2.5 help Command Description Shows a list of commands available, including a short help description. help satellite Shows the sub commands and description for the command satellite.

  • Page 163: Satellite

    Supported commands Command Description Shows the currently active VSAT modem model (selected in the modem model web interface). modem gps_fix Shows the current GPS position modem gps_lat Shows the latitude value of the current position. modem gps_lon Shows the longitude value of the current position. Table D-7: UCLI command: modem (Continued) D.2.7 satellite...
  • Page 164 Supported commands Command Description Shows or sets the current TX polarisation: satellite tx_pol • v (vertical) satellite tx_pol v • h (horizontal) • l (left) • r (right) Shows or sets the elevation referenced to earth satellite ele_cut_off where the SAILOR VSAT system must shut off for transmission.
  • Page 165 Supported commands Command Description Shows or sets the IF Rx frequency together with satellite rx_if_freq the LNB Lo frequency. • Ku band: satellite rx_if_freq IF frequency within 950 MHz – 2150 MHz. 1200.123 9.75 LNB Lo frequency within 9.6 GHz – 11.3 GHz. The SAILOR VSAT system supports any LNB Lo.

  • Page 166: Status

    Command Description Shows the sub commands available, including a short status description. Shows the current status of the SAILOR 900 Ka. status system Shows the current values for all tracking parameters: status track_all • vessel heading • azimuth relative •...

  • Page 167: Track

    Shows or sets the receiver bandwidth or mode, the way track mode the SAILOR 900 Ka tracks the satellite: • narrow (recommended, uses the built-in 300 kHz track mode dvb filter of the SAILOR 900 Ka) • rssi (uses the RSSI signal from the VSAT modem) •...

  • Page 168: Zone

    Supported commands D.2.11 zone Command Description Shows the sub commands, unit and zone description for the command zone. Sets the azimuth angles of the blocking zone zone <id> azimuth <start for one zone. angle> <end angle> • Valid zones: 0 to 7 •...

  • Page 169: Appendix E Approvals

    This appendix lists the approvals for SAILOR 900 Ka: • CE (R&TTE) CE (R&TTE) The SAILOR 900 Ka is CE certified (R&TTE directive) as stated in the “Declaration of Conformity with R&TTE Directive”, enclosed in copy on the next page. 98-146706-A...
  • Page 170 CE (R&TTE) Appendix E: Approvals 98-146706-A...

  • Page 171: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary ADU Bus Slave Antenna Control Unit ACU Digital Module. A main processor board in the ACU. Antenna Module Bus Block Up Converter - The BUC can be thought of the “transmitter”, and its actions are effectively the direct opposite to the LNB. The BUC consists of the Up Converter and HPA. Conformité...
  • Page 172 Glossary FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System, e.g. GPS. General Public License Global Positioning System. A system of satellites, computers, and receivers that is able to determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by calculating the time difference for signals from different satellites to reach the receiver.
  • Page 173 Glossary Management Information Base Network IDentification NMEA National Marine Electronics Association (standard). A combined electrical and data specification for communication between marine electronic devices such as echo sounder, sonars, anemometer (wind speed and direction), gyrocompass, autopilot, GPS receivers and many other types of instruments. It has been defined by, and is controlled by, the U.S.-based National Marine Electronics Association.
  • Page 174 Glossary SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol. An Internet-standard protocol for managing devices on IP networks. It is used mostly in network management systems to monitor network-attached devices for conditions that warrant administrative attention. Secure Shell. A network protocol for secure data communication, remote shell services or command execution and other secure network services between two networked computers that it connects via a secure channel over an insecure network.

  • Page 175: Index

    Index Index antenna , 3-16 drainage access , B-4 grounding recommendations , 6-34 limit , 3-3 installation location acquisition , B-12 isolation from mounting base , 6-7 gyro-free , 3-8 mast design , 6-6 search pattern , 3-4 obstructions , 6-7 search pattern, inclined orbit , 3-21 opening...
  • Page 176 Index cable size connector , A-7 , 4-2 N-connector, ADU , 4-1 cable type , 4-5 , 4-1 DC Input , 4-5 calibration , 6-3, 6-8 , 4-3 azimuth NMEA 0183/2000 , 6-8, 6-10 , 4-4 cable RS-232 , 6-4 , 4-4 elevation requirements RS-422...
  • Page 177 Index , B-1 grounding , 3-24 ACU rack version , 6-27 E-mail setup , 3-22 , C-1 error codes , B-7 aluminum hulls , 6-9 calibration , B-4 antenna , 8-3, C-1 error messages , B-11 cable , C-8 , B-9 fiberglass hulls , C-2 , B-2...
  • Page 178 Index , -iii microwave radiation , 2-8 Model numbers modem , 4-5 cable type , D-4 command line interface , 4-5 connector , 6-40 signal level, ACU display , 6-24 network setup , 6-20 supported types LAN configuration , 6-12 web interface , 6-26 default gateway...
  • Page 179 Index RS-422 , 4-4 connector password Rx-Tx , 6-32 administrator , 4-3 connector , 6-33 change , D-1 UCLI , 8-8 PAST , A-4 patents , -iii safety summary , 5-1 peak current samples permissions , 6-28, 6-31 statistics , 6-34 user , 6-28, 6-31 sampling interval...
  • Page 180 Index , 1-1 software version , 8-6 verify , 8-5 updating software , A-1 specifications upload , A-4 , 6-36 configuration , A-2 , D-1 user CLI spreadsheet user name , 6-30 statistics report , D-1 UCLI , D-1 SSH port , 6-34 user permissions , 5-1...
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