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- Page 1 Antenna Pointing Guide 1039429-0001 Revision D October 28, 2015 11717 Exploration Lane, Germantown, MD 20876 Phone (301) 428-5500 Fax (301) 428-1868/2830...
- Page 2 Hughes Network Systems, LLC has made every effort to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. Hughes Network Systems, LLC shall not be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Understanding safety alert messages ............ 5 Messages concerning personal injury ..............5 Messages concerning property damage ..............5 Safety symbols ....................... 6 Additional symbols ................... 6 Chapter 1 Introduction ................... 7 Scope and audience ....................7 Related instructions ....................7 Antenna pointing overview ................... -
Page 5: Understanding Safety Alert Messages
Understanding safety alert messages Safety alert messages call attention to potential safety hazards and tell you how to avoid them. These messages are identified by the signal words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE, as illustrated below. To avoid possible property damage, personal injury, or in some cases possible death, read and comply with all safety alert messages. -
Page 6: Safety Symbols
Safety symbols The generic safety alert symbol calls attention to a potential personal injury hazard. It appears next to the DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signal words as part of the signal word label. Other symbols may appear next to DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION to indicate a specific type of hazard (for example, fire or electric shock). -
Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction
Antenna pointing overview The antenna pointing procedure is a critical part of the JUPITER antenna installation process. If the satellite antenna is not properly pointed toward the satellite, it cannot communicate with the satellite to its full capacity, resulting in degraded system performance. -
Page 8: Pointing Tools And User Interfaces
OASIS User Guide (1040630-0001) A smart device with OASIS effectively replaces the laptop, GPS, and DAPT requirements explained in the following subsections. Hughes recommends you use OASIS to guide you through the install. Global positioning system (GPS) receiver Note: If you have a GPS-enabled smart device with the OASIS app, you do not need a separate GPS unit. - Page 9 If you do not have a smart device with OASIS, you must connect your laptop to the satellite modem and use a standard Internet browser (Internet Explorer version 8 or higher, Mozilla Firefox 3.6 or higher, or Google Chrome version 17 or higher) to navigate to the LUI.
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Page 10: Entering Installation Parameters With A Smart Device
Figure 2: DAPT3 antenna pointing tool The three buttons on the DAPT2 and DAPT3 can serve different purposes during different phases of the pointing process. In most cases, however, they function as follows: Back (button 1) – Used to return to a previous state ... -
Page 11: Entering Installation Parameters With A Wired Laptop
Do not attempt to point the antenna manually by pulling on the feed support arm. This can cause permanent damage to the antenna. Instead, use the antenna mechanical adjustments. You may gently maneuver the antenna reflector to coarsely point the antenna, but only if the Az/El canister bolts are loose enough so that the reflector rotates easily. - Page 12 Pointing After entering the installation parameters, you can begin the process of pointing the antenna at the satellite. Using the proper azimuth, elevation, and tilt coordinates obtained from the LUI, you will point the antenna in the general direction of the satellite to obtain initial acquisition of the satellite signal.
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Page 13: Pointing The Antenna By Using The Dapt2
1. Use your GPS receiver to determine the latitude and longitude of the installation site and record them. Note: Hughes IDU software does not use negative values to denote south or west. You must specify the hemisphere of the coordinates. - Page 14 Figure 3: Connecting the installer laptop to the satellite modem (HT1200) 3. On your laptop, open an Internet browser. Supported browsers are listed in Local user interface (LUI) on page 8. 4. Type in the browser address bar and press Enter. 192.168.0.1 5.
- Page 15 The Advanced Configuration and Statistics screen appears, as shown in Figure Figure 5: Advanced Configuration and Statistics Installation screen 6. From the Advanced Menu (in the left panel), select Installation > Install. 7. The HT1200 Terminal Installation screen shown in Figure 6 opens.
- Page 16 Figure 7: Pointing Info Screen 12. Make a note of the following values shown on this screen. You will need this information to point the antenna and complete the installation. • Azimuth • Elevation • Antenna tilt (0.74 m antennas only) •...
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Page 17: Pointing
Pointing This section describes each phase of the pointing process and the messages that appear on the DAPT2 or DAPT3 display screens during the procedure. At the radio, install the DAPT2 in line on the IFL cable as shown in Figure 1. - Page 18 After a few seconds, the following message appears briefly while the measured IFL voltage is transferred to the satellite modem: After a few seconds, the following message appears on the DAPT2 screen. 2. Press the Advance (3) button. When the satellite modem receives the voltage response message, it advances to the pointing state, during which the antenna can be coarse and fine-pointed.
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Page 19: Registration
4. When the signals are peaked, tighten the azimuth and elevation bolts completely. Note: Because slight movement of the antenna occurs during lockdown, always measure the signal peak value after locking down the antenna. Registration 1. Press Advance (3) for Yes or Toggle (2) to return to pointing validation mode. If you press Advance (3), the DAPT2 prompts you for confirmation that you want to save the results, with the message: Note: Do not disconnect the DAPT2 until the IFL voltage disappears. - Page 20 Hughes connectors, in conjunction with the dielectric grease on the F-connector threads, provide weatherproofing for outdoor connections. These connectors should be used in new installations, upgrades, and any repairs. Outdoor connectors on radios and ground blocks that are in areas with corrosive environments (e.g.
- Page 21 Figure 10: Hughes-approved IFL cable connector with additional weatherproofing This completes the pointing process. Chapter 2 • Pointing the antenna by using the DAPT2 1039429-0001 Revision D...
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The procedures in this chapter outlined the basic pointing process. Should the DAPT2 display an error message, or if you receive unexpected results, use the information in Table 1 to help you diagnose and resolve the problem. If following the outlined procedures does not resolve the problem, contact Installer Support. - Page 23 Symptom Indication Correction action Low SQF Incorrect installation parameters entered. If incorrect parameters were entered, the indication modem could be installed in the wrong downlink cell. Go to Modify Installation Parameters under Advanced Configuration and Statistics and use the Installation Reference Sheet to make the appropriate corrections.
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Page 25: Pointing The Antenna By Using The Dapt3
1. Use your GPS receiver to determine the latitude and longitude of the installation site and record them. Note: Hughes IDU software does not use negative values to denote south or west. You must specify the hemisphere of the coordinates. - Page 26 Figure 11: Connecting the installer laptop to the satellite modem (HT1300) 3. On your laptop, open a web browser. Supported browsers are listed in Local user interface (LUI) on page 8. 4. Type in the browser address bar and press Enter. 192.168.0.1 5.
- Page 27 The Advanced Configuration and Statistics screen appears, as shown in Figure Figure 13: Advanced Configuration and Statistics Installation screen 6. From the Advanced Menu (in the left panel), select Installation > Install. 7. The HT1300 Input Params screen opens (shown in Figure 14).
- Page 28 8. Enter the site latitude and longitude GPS values. 9. Select the appropriate satellite from the drop-down menu. 10. Select the appropriate model for the BUC/LNB. 11. Check the Enable TX Voltage checkbox if you will use the DAPT3 during the install.
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Page 29: Pointing
17. Make a note of the following values shown on this screen. You will need this information to point the antenna and complete the installation. • Azimuth • Elevation • Antenna tilt (0.74 m antennas only) • ODU polarization setting (LHCP, RHCP, HLP, VLP) Note: This is the true polarization setting. - Page 30 3. When you press the Advance (3) button, the DAPT3 briefly displays the current software version, as shown below. Note: You may see a different release number. 4. After a few seconds, the checking hardware message appears briefly while the hardware connection is checked.
- Page 31 10. This screen will display while the values of the measured calibration loss is validated. Important: This value cannot be higher than 18. 11. If the measurement is valid, the next step will be step 12. If the cable loss value is too high, this screen will be displayed.
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Page 32: Registration
A SQF value of 31 or greater indicates acquisition of the correct satellite beacon. 16. Wait for the SQF reading to settle on a value then use the appropriately sized wrench for the specific antenna to adjust the antenna azimuth and elevation. See the guide specific to the antenna you are installing for in-depth instructions about making these adjustments. - Page 33 Note: Do not disconnect the DAPT3 until instructed to do so. Disconnecting the DAPT3 prematurely could cause a loss of all stores data, invalidating the entire pointing process. It could also cause the satellite router to crash. 2. Press Advance (3) to save the pointing validation results, or Back (1) to return to the previous state.
- Page 34 Hughes connectors, in conjunction with the dielectric grease, provide weatherproofing for outdoor connections. These connectors should be used in new installations, upgrades, and any repairs. You may further protect radio connectors by wrapping them with weatherproofing tape, such as GB Electronics silicone tape, or by covering them with a weather boot that has been filled with dielectric grease.
- Page 35 Figure 20: Hughes-approved IFL cable connector with additional weatherproofing This completes the pointing process. Chapter 3 • Pointing the antenna by using the DAPT3 1039429-0001 Revision D...
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Page 36: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The procedures in this chapter outlined the basic pointing process. Should the DAPT3 display an error message, or if you receive unexpected results, use the information in Table 2 to help you diagnose and resolve the problem. If following the outlined procedures does not resolve the problem, contact Installer Support. - Page 37 Symptom Indication Correction action Low SQF Incorrect installation parameters entered. If incorrect parameters were entered, the indication modem could be installed in the wrong downlink cell. Go to Modify Installation Parameters under Advanced Configuration and Statistics and use the Installation Reference Sheet to make the appropriate corrections.
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Page 39: Pointing The Antenna By Using A Wireless Device
You may need to consult your router manufacturer if you cannot access the modem. Hughes provides a list of recommended routers on the Installer Portal. Perform the following steps to set up the wireless router to work with the satellite modem and a wireless laptop or smart mobile device. -
Page 40: Point And Activate Terminal With Wireless Device
3. Access the wireless router’s built-in web server by entering in the 10.0.0.1 URL field of an Internet browser on your laptop. 4. Log in to the Netgear router with the following credentials: Username: admin Password: password Note: Other routers may use different values. 5. - Page 41 Figure 23: Icon to installation screen from System Control Center 7. On Advanced Configuration and Statistics page, click Installation > Install. Figure 24: Install menu item Chapter 4 • Pointing the antenna by using a wireless device 1039429-0001 Revision D...
- Page 42 8. The Input Params screen will be shown (Figure 25). Enter latitude, longitude, select EchoStar-XVII, and click Submit. Note: Lat/Long must be determined with an onsite GPS device. Do not use any map-generated GPS location. Figure 25: Input Params tab 9.
- Page 43 44. Note: If you use any cable ties, they must be resistant to ultraviolet rays. Hughes connectors, in conjunction with the dielectric grease, provide weatherproofing for outdoor connections. These connectors should be used in new installations, upgrades, and any repairs.
- Page 44 Figure 28: Hughes-approved IFL cable connector with additional weatherproofing This completes the pointing process. Chapter 4 • Pointing the antenna by using a wireless device 1039429-0001 Revision D...
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Page 45: Acronyms
Acronyms DAPT DiSEqC antenna pointing tool SNR Signal-to-noise ratio dB decibel SQF Signal quality factor DiSEqC Digital satellite equipment control WAAS Wide-area augmentation system FSB Field service bulletin GPS Global positioning system IDU ... -
Page 46: Index
Index Azimuth adjusting 18, 32 description 8 determining coordinates 13, 25 using 13, 25 Beacon lock 12 IFL cables 13, 19, 25, 33 voltage 17, 29 Initial satellite acquisition 12 Installation parameters, entering 11, 13, 25, See Cables also LUI approved types and maximum lengths 13, 25 IFL 13, 19, 25, 33 Cell selection 23, 37... - Page 47 Validation 19–21 Index 1039429-0001 Revision D...