Kymeta KyWay User Manual

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KyWay™ Terminal User Manual
u7
Includes mTenna
Antenna Subsystem Module
Document number: 700-00032-000-rev02
02 August 2018

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  • Page 1 KyWay™ Terminal User Manual Includes mTenna Antenna Subsystem Module Document number: 700-00032-000-rev02 02 August 2018...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.1 KyWay terminal packaging (configuration 1) 4.2 KyWay terminal packaging (configuration 2) 5 Package the KyWay terminal 5.1 Package the KyWay terminal (configuration 1) 5.2 Package the KyWay terminal (configuration 2) 5.3 Package the KyWay terminal IDU 6 Clean the mTennau7 ASM...
  • Page 3 9.2 Replace the LNB 9.2.1 Remove the LNB 9.2.2 Mount the replacement LNB 9.3 Replace the diplexer 9.3.1 Remove the diplexer 9.3.2 Mount the diplexer 10 Revision history 11 Legal information Appendix A: Specification Appendix B: Accessories Appendix C: KyWay terminal configuration diagram...
  • Page 4: Product Description

    LNB-to-ASM cable Ethernet cable The initial release of the KyWay terminal requires some installation and initialization upon commissioning it to a known satellite network. This initialization must be performed by a trained field engineer. Once the product is installed and commissioned, it will be ready to facilitate data communications through a satellite network. For information on support@kymetacorp.com...
  • Page 5: Indoor Unit

    The mTenna I/O performs the following key tasks in the operation of the ASM: Connects the ASM (and the BUC in the KyWay™ terminal) to an AC power supply via a standard kettle plug connection from the mTenna I/O to your local power supply.
  • Page 6: Power

    If the ASM is reset or powered off within 3 minutes of the software image restore operation being requested, the operation will not be completed and the original software image will remain. Recover If the KyWay terminal is not responding, cycle the system power to reset. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 7: Modem

    50° C. Refer to the modem manufacturer's installation and support guide for details regarding the iDirect x7. Refer to 2.1 mTenna I/O for information regarding the mTenna I/O. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 8: Physical Connection Interfaces

    3.4 LNB-to-ASM cable This cable connects the LNB to the ASM RX IN port. By default Kymeta provides a 0.3 m (12.0 in.) LMR-195 cable, with a right-angle N-type connector. The connector is hex and knurl at each end. This cable comes attached to the ODU mechanical assembly.
  • Page 9: Ethernet Cable

    10/100/1000 Ethernet. It supports multiple protocols for a web server (GUI), ACU-Modem Interface (OpenAMIP™), and an M2M (machine-to-machine) RESTful API. Installation engineers can make multiple connections with an external switch. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 10: Package Contents

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual 4 Package contents 4.1 KyWay terminal packaging (configuration 1) Contents Box 1: mTenna (1) ASM Box 2: ODU assembly (1) ODU mounting plate with attached RF chain - BUC, diplexer, LNB (4) Screws (4) Short stand-off posts (8) Washers...
  • Page 11: Kyway Terminal Packaging (Configuration 2)

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual 4.2 KyWay terminal packaging (configuration 2) Contents Box 1: KyWay terminal ODU (1) Pre-assembled ODU (ODU mounting plate (attached RF chain - BUC, diplexer, LNB) installed on ASM) (6) Cable ties (1) KyWay™ Terminal Quick Start Guide (1) Kymeta Safety and Handling Guide (1) KyWay™...
  • Page 12: Package The Kyway Terminal

    5 Package the KyWay terminal ✎ Kymeta recommends boxing the KyWay terminal in the original packaging. If you need to return a terminal, Kymeta will provide the replacement terminal first. Use the packaging from the replacement terminal to ship the original one back.
  • Page 13: Package The Kyway Terminal (Configuration 2)

    11. Close the containers and fasten the latches carefully. 5.2 Package the KyWay terminal (configuration 2) The order of steps may vary depending upon your mounting structure. Always follow safety guidelines and refer to the Kymeta Safety and Handling Guide for best practices.
  • Page 14: Clean The Mtennau7 Asm

    Blow or rinse off loose debris first, and then apply a cleaning agent and use a towel to clean the stained area. Avoid scrubbing and do not use abrasive materials when cleaning the terminal components. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 15: Component Replacement Tools

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual 7 Component replacement tools Before replacing any components on the KyWay terminal, make sure you have all the required tools. Tool diagram Tool description 3 mm ball head Allen driver M3 ball head Allen driver #2 Philips screwdriver...
  • Page 16 Metric hex bit, 5 mm ball head with 3 in. (minimum) extension M3 ball head with 3 in. (minimum) extension Hex bit, M3 ball head with 3 in. (minimum) extension 7/64" bit with ball head with 3 in. (minimum) extension © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 17: Component Replacement Hardware

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual 8 Component replacement hardware Before replacing any ODU components, take inventory to make sure you have all required hardware. Kymeta provides all hardware for any replacement component to the ODU. 8.1 BUC replacement hardware HW diagram HW description Quantity...
  • Page 18: Lnb Replacement Hardware

    LNB mounting flange 430-00498-000 Socket head cap screw (SHCS), M4 x 8 471-00013-000 Belleville washer 495-00064-000 8.3 Diplexer replacement hardware HW diagram HW description Quantity Part number ASM WR-75 flange protection cover 430-00518-000 O-ring 455-00006-100 © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 19: Component Replacement

    9.1.1 Remove the BUC ✎ Depending on which configuration of the KyWay terminal you have, replacement of the BUC will require either a 3 mm, 5 mm, and M3 Allen wrench or a #2 Philips head screwdriver. 1. Disconnect the 12-pin Amphenol connector from the 12-pin receptacle on the BUC.
  • Page 20 6. Remove the two BUC side mounting flanges attached to the BUC and the two BUC side support flanges. Tool: M3 Allen wrench or #2 Philips head screwdriver 7. Lift up and remove the BUC from the mounting plate. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 21: Mount The Replacement Buc

    Hardware: (1) BUC, (2) BUC side mounting flange, (4) BHCS, M4 Torque: 1.47 N- m (13 in.-lb.) ⚠ Do not use the screws that come with the BUC. Always use hardware provided by Kymeta. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 22 Do not bend the diplexer! 6. Slide the BUC up to the diplexer flange and check the fit of the socket head cap screws into the BUC screw holes through the diplexer flange. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 23 9. Tighten the screw attaching the BUC rear-side mounting flange to the mounting plate. Tools: #2 Phillips screwdriver Hardware: (1) PHS w/ lock washer, M4 X 10 Torque: 1.47 N- m (13 in.-lb.) © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 24: Replace The Lnb

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual 9.2 Replace the LNB Prior to replacing the LNB, power down the KyWay terminal and disconnect all power sources. Dismount the ODU and lay it face down on a clean, flat surface. 9.2.1 Remove the LNB 1.
  • Page 25: Mount The Replacement Lnb

    Hardware: (1) LNB mounting flange, (1) SHCS, M4 x 8 Torque: 1.47 N- m (13 in.-lb.) 3. Attach the Belleville washer to the LNB. Ensure that the tapered portion is facing out of the LNB. Hardware: (1) Belleville washer © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 26: Replace The Diplexer

    Torque: 4.52 N- m (40 in.-lb.) 9.3 Replace the diplexer Prior to replacing the diplexer, power down the KyWay terminal and disconnect all power sources. Dismount the ODU and lay it face down on a clean, flat surface. Remove the LNB per 9.2 Replace the LNB Remove the BUC per 9.1 Replace the BUC...
  • Page 27 Hardware: (1) diplexer, (4) 6-32 x 1/2” socket head cap screw 4. Refer back to Section 9.1.2 Mount the replacement BUC and Section 9.2.2 Mount the replacement LNB for remounting the BUC and LNB. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 28: Revision History

    Section 5 "Package KyWay terminal" Section 7 "Component replacement tools" Section 8 "Component replacement hardware" Section 9 "Component replacement" Updated the following sections: Section 1: "Product description" Appendix A: "Specification" Appendix C: "KyWay terminal configuration diagram" © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 29: Legal Information

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual 11 Legal information © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. KYMETA, CONNECTED BY KYMETA, MTENNA, KYWAY, KĀLO image, and KĀLO are trademarks of Kymeta Corporation, with registrations or pending applications for these marks in Brazil, the European Union, Japan, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States.
  • Page 30: Appendix A: Specification

    KyWay terminal lifespan 5 years ODU PARAMETERS ODU dimensions L 82.3 cm x W 82.3 cm x D 16.5 cm | L 32.4 in. x W 32.4 in. x 6.4 in. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 31 FCC compliant for 25.222 and 25.226 ASM mounting interface 5/16” x 18 threaded holes, 95 cm (.375 in.) deep on 34.1 cm (13.435 in.) centers. Custom mounting configurations available upon request. © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 32 X7 modem dimensions:W 44.5 cm x D 31.75 cm x H 4.37 cm W 17.5 in. x D 12.5 in. x H 1.72 in. IDU weight 6.35 kg | 14.0 lb. Satellite modem iDirect X7 © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...
  • Page 33: Appendix B: Accessories

    Custom lengths are available upon request. Contact your Kymeta representative for details. To ensure performance of the system across the full operational range, Kymeta recommends using the following IF cable types for the RX cable and TX cable. The maximum attenuation levels of the table assumes 4 Ω of DC resistance and an RF attenuation of 10 MHz at 1.5 dB with a maximum valve of 12 dB RF attenuation at 950 to 2150 MHz.
  • Page 34: Appendix C: Kyway Terminal Configuration Diagram

    KyWay™ Terminal User Manual Appendix C: KyWay terminal configuration diagram © 2018 Kymeta Corporation and its affiliates. 02 August 2018...

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