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Kymeta™ u7 Terminal User Manual
Includes Kymeta™ u7 Antenna
For Integrator and Standard u7 terminal configurations
Covers TRM-U7Hxx-xxx and TRM-U7Xxx-xxx Kymeta u7 terminal configurations
Document number: 700-00064-000 revA
10 April 2020

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  • Page 1 Kymeta™ u7 Terminal User Manual Includes Kymeta™ u7 Antenna For Integrator and Standard u7 terminal configurations Covers TRM-U7Hxx-xxx and TRM-U7Xxx-xxx Kymeta u7 terminal configurations Document number: 700-00064-000 revA 10 April 2020...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Physical connection interfaces Power cable RX in cable (LMR-195) TX cable RX cable Ethernet cable u7 antenna automatic reboot schedule Over-the-air (OTA) updates OTA update process Software rollback Package the Kymeta u7 terminal Package the u7 terminal Package the u7 terminal IDU...
  • Page 3 12.5 Power interface box and power supply assembly accessory kit Accessories 13.1 Cable kit 13.2 Mounting handle kit Customer support Revision history Copyright and trademark information...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    "Safety and handling instructions" before performing any maintenance on the u7 terminal. For information on the Kymeta u7 antenna web-based user interface and instructions on checking the antenna status, refer to 700-00006 Kymeta™ u7 antenna software user guide .

  • Page 5: Product Description

    Mounting handle Indoor unit: Modem The initial release of the u7 terminal requires 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.

  • Page 6: Indoor Unit (Idu)

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Indoor unit (IDU) Modem Install the IDU in a climate-controlled environment with temperature and humidity control. If the modem temperature indicator light turns yellow or red during operation, the air temperature is too high for the modem and climate control measures are insufficient.

  • Page 7: Physical Connection Interfaces

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Physical connection interfaces The Kymeta u7 terminal includes the following physical connection interfaces: Power out cable Antenna control cable BUC control cable Ethernet cable TX cable RX cable Power cable...

  • Page 8: Power Cable

    LNB. It connects the antenna RX OUT port to the modem primary RX IN port (Rx 1). The RX cable works in the frequency range from 950 MHz to 2150 MHz and provides power for the LNB. Kymeta provides an N-type to F-type adapter to connect this cable to the modem.

  • Page 9: U7 Antenna Automatic Reboot Schedule

    Note that the automatic reboot cannot be disabled. u7 antenna software version 1.4. 0.64 initiates an automatic reboot only if the system has been up for at least 6 days. If the system restarted (either via a manual reboot or as a part of software update) within the 6-day time period before the scheduled reboot, the scheduled reboot is skipped.

  • Page 10: Over-The-Air (Ota) Updates

    1.0.0.2210 or later can opt in to secure, automatic OTA updates as new software releases are made available. OTA updates are available to all Kymeta customers is their u7 antenna has access to the internet and Kymeta Cloud Services. Ao KĀLO™ network services subscription is not required to get OTA updates.

  • Page 11: Package The Kymeta U7 Terminal

    Package the Kymeta u7 terminal ✎ Kymeta recommends boxing the u7 terminal in the original packaging. If you need to return a terminal, Kymeta provides the replacement terminal first. Use the packaging from the replacement terminal to ship the original one back.

  • Page 12: Clean The U7 Antenna

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Clean the u7 antenna Prior to cleaning any part of the u7 antenna, ensure it is powered off. General cleaning Blow or rinse off loose debris first, and then apply a cleaning agent and use a clean, soft towel to clean the stained area.

  • Page 13: Replace Components

    Before replacing any components, familiarize yourself with 700-00065-000 Kymeta™ u7 terminal installation guide TRM U7H U7X configurations , section Safety and handling instructions. ⚠ Prior to replacing any parts, power down the u7 terminal and disconnect all power sources to avoid possible injury from electric shock. General recommendations: Read all instructions carefully.

  • Page 14: Replace The Buc

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Replace the BUC 1. Unplug the TX cable and the BUC control cable from the BUC. 2. Loosen the BUC support plate/ODU support plate screws. 3. Loosen the diplexer/antenna screws. 4. Detach the diplexer from the antenna WR-75 flange. Ensure you don't lose the O-ring between the diplexer and the WR-75 flange.

  • Page 15: Replace The Lnb

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Replace the LNB 1. Disconnect the RX in cable from the LNB. 2. Disconnect the LNB from the diplexer by removing the four socket head cap screws and the O-ring. Locate and save the black O-ring between the LNB and diplexer.

  • Page 16: Replace The Diplexer

    ODU. Avoid damaging the coating on the diplexer. ⚠ Prior to replacing any parts, power down the u7 terminal and disconnect all power sources to avoid possible injury from electric shock. Dismount the ODU and lay it face down on a clean, flat surface.

  • Page 17: Replace The Data Interface Box

    Before replacing any components, familiarize yourself with 700-00065-000 Kymeta™ u7 terminal installation guide TRM U7H U7X configurations , section Safety and handling instructions. ⚠ Prior to replacing any parts, power down the u7 terminal and disconnect all power sources to avoid possible injury from electric shock. Assembly instructions 1.
  • Page 18 13. Secure cables on the back of the modules using cables clamps and cable ties. 14. Connect the Ethernet cable to the data interface box. 15. Power on the terminal and do a self-check after the replacement. Refer to 700-00065-000 Kymeta™ u7 terminal installation guide TRM U7H U7X configurations for details.

  • Page 19: Replace The Power Interface Box And Power Supply Assembly

    Before replacing any components, familiarize yourself with 700-00065-000 Kymeta™ u7 terminal installation guide TRM U7H U7X configurations , section Safety and handling instructions. ⚠ Prior to replacing any parts, power down the u7 terminal and disconnect all power sources to avoid possible injury from electric shock. Assembly instructions 1.
  • Page 20 14. Connect the power cable and the RX cable to the power interface box. Apply self-sealing silicon rubber tape to the RF connector to inhibit water ingress. 15. 16. Power on the terminal and do a self-check after the replacement. Refer to 700-00065-000 Kymeta™ u7 terminal installation guide TRM U7H U7X configurations for details.
  • Page 21 700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations © 2020 Kymeta Corporation. All rights reserved. 10 April 2020...

  • Page 22: Attach Mounting Handle Accessory Kit

    Before replacing any components, familiarize yourself with 700-00065-000 Kymeta™ u7 terminal installation guide TRM U7H U7X configurations , section Safety and handling instructions. ⚠ Prior to replacing any parts, power down the u7 terminal and disconnect all power sources to avoid possible injury from electric shock. Assembly instructions 1.
  • Page 23 700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations 4. Apply Loctite on two 5/16" X 1"L screws, and bolt screws (1) and (2) halfway. 5. Apply Loctite on one 5/16" X 1"L screw, and bolt the screw (3) halfway.

  • Page 24: Attach Cable Accessory Kit

    TRM U7H U7X configurations , section Safety and handling instructions. ⚠ Prior to replacing any parts, power down the u7 terminal and disconnect all power sources to avoid possible injury from electric shock. Avoid confusing the RX and TX cables. Before you begin to install the cables, apply colored labels to each end of the cable:...
  • Page 25 700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations 9. Wrap 1/2 of the electrical tape around each of the RX and TX connectors on the ODU side of the u7 terminal to protect from environmental factors.

  • Page 26: Kymeta U7 Terminal Configuration Diagram

    If your Kymeta™ u7 terminal KĀLO configuration includes iDirect Velocity X7, connect the Ethernet cable to any modem port in range from 5 to 8. If your Kymeta u7 terminal configuration includes iDirect Evolution X7, contact your service provider to confirm Ethernet port configurations for connectivity.

  • Page 27: Component Replacement Tools

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Component replacement tools Before replacing any components on the u7 terminal, make sure you have all the required tools. Tool diagram Tool description 3 mm ball-end Allen driver...
  • Page 28 700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Torque screwdriver with 1.47 N-m (13 in.-lb.) minimum rating Metric hex bit, 2.5 mm ball head with 3 in. (minimum) extension Metric hex bit, 5 mm ball head with 3 in. (minimum) extension M3 ball head with 3 in.

  • Page 29: Component Replacement Hardware

    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 for the ODU in the field replaceable units (FRU): 400-00004-0000 8 W Universal Series BUC FRU 400-00005-000 16 W Universal Series BUC FRU...

  • Page 30: Lnb Replacement Hardware

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Hardware diagram Hardware description Part number Quantity Phillips head screw (PHS) with lock washer, 471-00022-000 M4 X 10 Phillips head screw (PHS), M4 X 20 471-00024-000 Button head cap screw (BHCS), M4 x 8...

  • Page 31: Diplexer Replacement Hardware

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Hardware diagram Hardware description Part number Quanitity Belleville washer 495-00064-000 12.3 Diplexer replacement hardware Hardware diagram Hardware description Part number Quantity Ku-band diplexer 430-00302-000 Antenna WR-75 flange protection cover 430-00518-000 O-ring 455-00006-100 12.4...

  • Page 32: Power Interface Box And Power Supply Assembly Accessory Kit

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations Hardware diagram Hardware description Part number Quantity 2.5 mm ball-end Allen wrench 485-00031-000 12.5 Power interface box and power supply assembly accessory kit Hardware diagram Hardware description Part number Quantity Power interface box and power supply...

  • Page 33: Accessories

    Each cable is available in a length of 7.62 m (25 ft.). 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 shown in the table assume 4 Ω of DC resistance and an RF attenuation of 1.5 dB at 10 MHz with a maximum value of 12 dB RF attenuation from 950 MHz to 2150 MHz.

  • Page 34: Mounting Handle Kit

    700-00064 revA Kymeta™ u7 terminal user manual — TRM-U7H and TRM-U7X configurations 13.2 Mounting handle kit © 2020 Kymeta Corporation. All rights reserved. 10 April 2020...

  • Page 35: Customer Support

    ©2020 Kymeta Corporation. All Rights Reserved. KYMETA, KYMETA CONNECT, KĀLO, CONNECTED BY KYMETA, KYMETACARE, and MTENNA are trademarks of Kymeta Corporation, with registrations or pending applications in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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