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To verify the latest version, access the TAC Web site at http://tac.idirect.net. Who Updated? Revision Date Released Reason for Change(s) July 24, 2012 Initial release. JScott iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Intended Audience This manual is intended for use by the VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) equipment installer, System Engineer, and Network Operator responsible for maintaining the iDirect Network. Only qualified service personnel should install and operate the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router solutions.
Document Conventions This section illustrates and describes the standard conventions used throughout this document. Review the documentations conventions table prior to using this manual—it provides information on how to interpret standard conventions used in iDirect documents. Convention Description Example Used when the user is...
Getting Help iDX Software user’s guides, installation procedures and guides, an FAQ page, and other documentation that supports iDirect products, are available on the TAC Web site located at: http://tac.idirect.net. To find answers to questions or information, contact the iDirect Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at (703) 648-8151.
1 Introduction The iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router is a cost-effective remote bundle ideal for large, narrowband networks for SCADA, Point of Sale and ATM applications. The X1 Outdoor Satellite Router features DVB-S2/ACM and TDMA, basic routing, VLAN functionality and Quality of Service (QoS), and is embedded in a IP67 weatherproof enclosure enabling an extended temperature range, and passive cooling.
2 Safety Information Follow the safety guidelines in this chapter carefully during installation of the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router. These guidelines help to protect the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router from potential damage and help to ensure personal safety. These safety measures have been translated into multiple languages (see Appendix A,...
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Electrical Safety Follow the warnings and cautions in Table 2 on page 6 to ensure personal safety and protect the equipment from electrical hazards. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Route power supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them; pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit the product. • Overloading iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
• Accessories To avoid personal injury or damage to the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor 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.
• If the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router has been dropped or if the chassis has been damaged. • When the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router exhibits a distinct change in performance. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Ensure that the installation site can accommodate the mechanical and environmental specifications of the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router. The iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router mechanical and environmental specifications are presented in Table Table 3.
4% (recovery within 1% less than 500msec for 50-75% and 75-50% load step) AC Input Connector IP67 AC Connector AC Power Cord 18 AWG, country dependent, see Table 11 on page 20 iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
AC or DC Power TX Out 75 ohm, F-Type L-Band Transmit signal to Block Up Converter (BUC) capable of 10 MHz Reference and +24 VDC @ 1.5 Amps maximum over operating temperature iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Connectors Table 6. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Panel (continued) Label Connector Type Interface and Purpose RX In 75 ohm, F-Type L-Band receive signal from LNB capable of 22KHz DiSEqC tone and +24VDC @ 170mA maximum over...
The Power Module interface connectors are shown in Figure 4 and the pin assignments for the AC power connector are defined in Table 8 on page 17. Figure 4. Power Module with Connectors Labeled iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
5 Installation This chapter describes the guidelines and procedures for installing the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router at a VSAT location. This chapter contains the following sections: • Section 5.1, Tools and Supplies, page 20 • Section 5.2, Unpacking iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Equipment, page 21 •...
18AWG - 18 American Wire Gauge Reference http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_wire_gauge F-type weatherproof outdoor connectors with weatherproofing gasket (O-ring), such as: Holland SLCU6-Q0, see labeled figures A and B in Figure 22 on page 60 iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
• Remove the tape and any exterior covering from the box lid. Note: Save the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router shipping boxes after unpacking the system. These boxes will be needed in the event of moving or shipping the system in the future.
Other Components Typically Included in an Order 3. 2 (two) hardware mounting kits (one for the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router and one for the Power Module for wall or pole mounting, see Figure 7 on page 22, items labeled A and E.
Installing the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router The iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router can be mounted to a wall or to a pole. This section provides details on how to accomplish the installation. 5.5.1 Pre-Installation Guidelines for Mounting Configurations When installing the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router, follow these guidelines: •...
If the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router and the Power Module are mounted on the same pole, the X1 CAUTION Outdoor Satellite Router should be installed above the Power Module. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
4 flat washers for M6 screws • 4 spring (lock) washers for the M6 screws • 1 spacer For easy identification, the mounting kit parts are shown in Figure Figure 9. Mounting Kit Parts iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
To mount the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router to a wall, mount the assembly to the wall using the four wood screws and wood/gyprock plugs as shown in Figure Figure 11. Satellite Router Wall Mount iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
X1 Outdoor Satellite Router if installed on poles. Attaching the Mounting Plate To mount the Power Module, first attach the mounting plate using the M6x20 screws as shown Figure Figure 13. Mounting the Power Module iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Figure 14. Power Module Wall Mount Pole Mount Mount the Power Module assembly to the pole as shown in Figure 15 (horizontal and vertical mounting options are shown). Figure 15. Power Module Pole Mount iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
RJ45 clip is already on the cable, the gasket can be easily opened and placed around the cable. C - Lock nut body iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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It is not necessary to fasten too tightly, just so the compression fits securely. Wrap with weatherproofing (self- amalgamate tape) over the connector and cable junctions according to manufacturer’s guidelines. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
All cables should be installed with a drip loop. Table 13. Coax RX and TX Cable Installation Step Instructions Diagram Insert F assemblies into RX-in interface and lock the connector. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
34 to connect the DC power cable from Power Module to the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router. After tightening the power connectors, wrap with weatherproofing tape, if necessary, following manufacturer’s guidelines. CAUTION All cables should be installed with a drip loop. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Router DC power connection completed on the X1 Router. Proceed to step 3. Lock the opposite end of the DC power cord into the Power Module. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Install power on a GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) protected circuit. CAUTION All cables should be installed with a drip loop. Figure 16. AC Power Gland Assembly iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Female Housing Assembly. Table 8 on page 17 shows the pin assignments for the power wires in the Female Housing Assembly. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
AC power source. The AC cord is specific to the needs of the installation site. Only the mating connector is supplied by iDirect and is referred to, in this manual, as the “AC power gland”. Install power on a GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) protected circuit.
After checking the setup as outlined above, power up the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router as follows: • Connect the iDirect supplied 2 meter DC power cable from the Power Module to the 4-pin power connector on the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router. •...
Typically, the only maintenance needed to be performed on the unit, without explicit directions from iDirect, is to maintain the temperature of the X1 Outdoor Satellite Router and keep its external areas free from dust or dirt.
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For warranty service, obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the reseller or iDirect prior to shipping. Direct customers of iDirect, may contact the iDirect TAC directly to obtain an RMA number and shipping instructions. Follow the shipping instructions, complete the RMA form, and attach the form to the outside of the shipping box.
Prima di lavorare su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre conoscere i pericoli relativi ai circuiti elettrici ed essere al corrente delle pratiche standard per la prevenzione di incidenti. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Leia as instruções de instalação antes de ligar o sistema à sua fonte de energia. ¡Advertencia! Ver las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación. Varning! Läs installationsanvisningarna innan du kopplar systemet till dess strömförsörjningsenhet. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
AS/NZS 3260 Cláusula 1.2.14.3 Service Personnel. Varning! Installation och underhåll av denna utrustning får endast utföras av servicepersonal enligt definition i AS/NZS 3260 klausul 1.2.14.3 Service Personnel. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Om te voorkomen dat de ODU oververhit raakt, dient u deze niet in een gebied te bedienen waar de maximaal aanbevolen omgevingstemperatuur van 60° C wordt overschreden. Om luchtstroombeperkingen te voorkomen, dient u minstens 15 cm speling rond de ventilatieopeningen te laten. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
WARNING: Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Waarschuwing Tijdens onweer dat gepaard gaat met bliksem, dient u niet aan het systeem te werken of kabels aan te sluiten of te ontkoppelen. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Die Ports mit der Bezeichnung "TX Out", "RX In" sind SELV-Schaltkreise (safety extra-low voltage circuits - Sicherheits-Niedrigspannungskreise). SELV-Schaltkreise sollten nur an andere SELV-Schaltkreise angeschlossen werden. Achten Sie darauf, diese Schaltkreise nicht an TNV-Schaltkreise (telphone network voltage - Telefonnetzspannung) anzuschließen. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Auf keinen Fall den Erdungsleiter unwirksam machen oder das Gerät ohne einen sachgerecht installierten Erdungsleiter verwenden. Wenn Sie sich nicht sicher sind, ob eine sachgerechte Erdung vorhanden ist, wenden Sie sich an den zuständigen elektrischen Fachmann oder einen Elektriker. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Beim Anschließen der Geräte an das Stromnetz ist darauf zu achten, daß die Schaltverbindungen nicht überlastet werden. Avvertenza Fare attenzione quando si collegano le unità al circuito di alimentazione, per non sovraccaricare i cablaggi. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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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 Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
Users who use this product should observe any local regulations that may apply to the distribution or use of encryption products. Figure 17. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Product Label iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
FCC Compliance Figure 18. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Power Module Label B.1 FCC Compliance The iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor 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.
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 Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Routers are in compliance with the following standards: EMC Emission...
U.S. and Canadian National Standards on Safety. In addition, the IECEE CB Scheme Test Report and CB Test Certificate for the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor 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.
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According to this directive, producers have a certain responsibility regarding their products in the waste phase. iDirect is offering its clients a take-back solution for iDirect waste products all over Europe. Details can be found on the iDirect Web site located at http://www.idirect.net/weee.
In general, specific and detailed instructions are for RG-6 cables and connectors, only. Use high quality coaxial outdoor cable to connect the iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router to the Outdoor Unit (ODU) equipment. iDirect recommends that a solid copper center...
Note: The white colored inner dielectric insulation should be flush with the inner rear surface of the connector. Refer to the picture on the right (C) in Figure 22 page 60 for an RG-6/RG-11 termination. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
10 Finish connecting the cable to the connector with the compression tool connector such as Holland Compression Tool 1855 as shown in Figure Figure 23. Compression fitting F-Type Weatherproof Plugs and Tool iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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It must be straight and cylindrical without any burrs at the end. Failure to follow this technique could result in damage to the satellite router, BUC, LNB connector and/or possible intermittent service. iDirect Evolution X1 Outdoor Satellite Router Installation and Safety Manual...
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