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  • Page 1 GX100PM Installation and Operation Manual Marine Satellite Communication Antenna System...
  • Page 3 Except as expressly provided in any written license agreement from Intellian, the furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents, trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property. Global Xpress...
  • Page 4 INDEX...
  • Page 5 INDEX INTRODUCTION Intellian GX100PM Introduction Intellian GX100PM Features System Configuration INSTALLING THE ANTENNA System Package Planning the Installation Antenna Installation INSTALLING THE BDT Mounting the BDT Gyrocompass Connection PC to BDT Connection Setup Wi-Fi Connection Checking Modem Information One-touch Commissioning...
  • Page 6 CERTIFICATIONS C-Tick Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon (Chungho-ri), Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 17709 Korea declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) described in the below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the requirement of the Radio communications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Standard 2010.
  • Page 7 EMI Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon (Chungho-ri), Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 17709 Korea declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) described in the below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the MIL-STD 461.
  • Page 8 FCC Part 15 Subpart B Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon (Chungho-ri), Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 17709 Korea declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) described in the below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the requirement of the FCC Part 15 Subpart B.
  • Page 9 R&TTE Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 451-862, Korea declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) described in the below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment(R&TTE) Directive (1999/5/EC).
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Intellian GX100PM Introduction Intellian GX100PM Features System Configuration...
  • Page 12 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Intellian GX100PM Introduction Intellian GX100PM (1.03m) is a 1m Global Xpress terminal specially designed for use in military applications. The GX100PM offers robust Ka-band RF performance optimized for use on Inmarsat's Global Xpress network.
  • Page 13 One Touch Commissioning The GX100PM is pre-configured to get network connection quickly without the need of post installation configuration or NOC staff. Intelligent firmware upgrade Intellian GX100PM provides easy and intelligent firmware upgrade methods.

  • Page 14: System Configuration

    For your satellite communication system to work properly, the system will have to be connected with all of the provided components as shown in the figure below. A separate purchase of a satellite modem, ship’s gyrocompass, and Intellian Dual VSAT Mediator may be required.

  • Page 15: Installing The Antenna

    INTRODUCTION INSTALLING THE ANTENNA System Package Antenna Unit BDT (Below Deck Terminal) Installation Kit Planning the Installation Selection of Antenna Installation Site Setting Block Zones System Cables Power Requirement Tools Required for Installation Antenna Installation Unpacking the Wooden Crate Check before Mounting Position the Radome Mount the Radome RF Cable Connections...

  • Page 16: System Package

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System System Package The package of Intellian GX100PM consists of antenna unit, lifting straps, BDT and installation kit box. Antenna unit Installation kit box...
  • Page 17 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Antenna Unit The antenna unit includes an antenna pedestal inside a radome assembly unit. The pedestal consists of a satellite antenna main dish with RF components mounted on a stabilized pedestal. The radome protects the antenna pedestal assembly unit from the severe marine environment.
  • Page 18 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System BDT (Below Deck Terminal) The digital VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) allows for easy operation of the BDT, even in the dark. Below deck terminal Front panel Rear panel The functions of the BDT are as follows : •...

  • Page 19: Installation Kit

    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Installation Kit Contains the items required for securing the antenna unit and BDT to the vessel. BDT box Description Q'ty Size Remarks 43.1 cm x 44.1 cm x 4.4 cm Below Deck Terminal (BDT) Below Deck Terminal (17"...
  • Page 20 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Components box Description Q'ty Size Remarks BDT Bracket (Rack) BDT-19inch Rack BDT Bracket (Table) BDT-Table AC Power Cord (CEEE7/7) 1.5m BDT Power AC Power Cord (USA) 1.5m BDT Power AC Input Cable to Power Box...

  • Page 21: Planning The Installation

    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Planning the Installation Selection of Antenna Installation Site Install the antenna in accordance with the following procedures to insure maximum performance of the antenna. The ideal antenna site has a clear view of the horizon or satellite all around. Please be sure there are no obstacles within the EL range -20°...
  • Page 22 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Setting block zones The blockages around an antenna may interfere with the reception of the satellite signal. Therefore, It is required to set a block zone which notifies users that antenna cannot receive satellite signal due to blockages. You can create five block zones by inputting azimuth and elevation value with BDT.

  • Page 23: Power Requirement

    • RF Cable (Customer Furnished) Due to the voltage losses across the length of the RF coax on L-Band, Intellian recommends the following 50 ohm coax cable types for standard system installations.

  • Page 24: Tools Required For Installation

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Tools Required for Installation 11 mm Wrench Power Drill 19 mm Wrench Phillips Head Screwdriver 5 mm Allen/Hex key Flat Head Screwdriver 5 mm Allen/Hex key Head Screwdriver (for Power drill) (for Power drill)

  • Page 25: Antenna Installation

    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Antenna Installation Unpacking the wooden crate of GX100PM Step 1. When uncrating the wooden crate, follow the procedures below. 1. Locate one of the side panels designed for fork lift. Detach this side panel by removing the fixing screw (1EA) and clips (8EA).
  • Page 26 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Step 2. Remove tapping screws from the fixing bracket (A) and take out the BDT box and installation kit box from the pallet.
  • Page 27 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Step 3. Using a 19mm wrench, remove 4 shipping bolts (B) that mount the antenna to the pallet.
  • Page 28 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Check before Mounting Antenna Dimensions The method of installation and mounting of antenna may vary with vessel design, but the following procedures are applicable in most situations and will result in a secure and effective installation. Confirm the height and diameter of the antenna before installing it.
  • Page 29 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA 4-ø13 Holes Antenna mounting hole pattern 24.75cm (9.74”) ø44.5cm (17.5”) Lifting Strap Condition Check the condition of the lifting strap and ensure the shackles are securely tightened. Lifting strap condition 4500 Check the Shackle 3100 WARNING: Ensure that the antenna is completely disassembled from the antenna pallet before lifting the antenna.

  • Page 30: Mounting Plate

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Position the Radome The radome should be positioned with the BOW marker aligned as closely as possible to the ship’s centerline. Recommended size of the support pedestal Mounting plate Min. 1cm(0.4”) Max. 3cm(1.2”) Min 60cm(24”) Max 150cm(60”)
  • Page 31 Bolt the radome base directly to the support pedestal. Note: Make sure to use the Intellian supplied bolts from the accessory box when you mount the radome. Apply Loctite #262 or equivalent to the bolt thread, and fasten it to a torque setting of 110 N.m (1,120 Kgf.cm) and additional 180 degree.
  • Page 32 A : Neutral B : Live (HOT / Line) C : Frame Ground 14S-1S NOTE: • Intellian recommends the following size of the input power cable for standard system installations. Cable Length Cable Cross Sectional Area AWG (American Wire Gauge) Size Up to 100m 2.62mm...
  • Page 33 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Remove Shipping Bracket through the Hatch Step 1. Open the radome hatch. Step 2. Remove the shipping brackets through the hatch. A. Remove the shipping brackets securing the AZ axis and EL axis. 1. Remove the Skew Shipping Bracket 2.
  • Page 34 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System B. Remove the shipping brackets securing the CL axis. Remove the shipping brackets C. Re-assemble the top radome and tighten the radome retention bolt (M6) to a torque setting of 3.5 N·m. To ensure security, apply Loctite #242 or equivalent.
  • Page 35 INSTALLING THE BDT Mounting the BDT 19” Rack Mount Type Table Mount Type BDT Dimensions Selection of BDT Installation Site Gyrocompass Connection Connecting the System with a Gyrocompass Connecting the System without a Gyrocompass PC to BDT Communication Setup Wi-Fi Connection Checking Modem Information One-touch Commissioning BDT Connector Guide...

  • Page 36: Mounting The Bdt

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Mounting the BDT Intellian supplies two types of mounting methods (a) 19” Rack Mount Type and (b) Table Mount Type to mount the BDT. 19" Rack mount type 19” Rack Mount Type - The BDT should be installed using the two supplied Rack Mounting Brackets which allow for a side 19”...
  • Page 37 INSTALLING THE ACU BDT Dimensions Dimension of BDT 47.5cm ( 18.7") 45.5cm (17.9") 43.1cm (17") 4.4cm (1.7") 46.6cm (18.4") 48.5cm (19.1") Selection of BDT Installation Site The BDT should be installed below deck, in a location that is: • Dry, cool, and ventilated. •...

  • Page 38: Gyrocompass Connection

    Connecting the System with a Gyrocompass The ship’s gyrocompass provides true heading input to the antenna which easily allows the antenna to target and acquire the desired satellite. Intellian always recommends to connect a gyrocompass to the antenna through the gyrocompass interface on the BDT.
  • Page 39 Connecting the System without a Gyrocompass For a vessel where the ship’s gyrocompass is not installed or is difficult to be connected, the Intellian Gyro-Free satellite search function will be automatically enabled to allow the antenna to lock onto the desired satellite without requiring an external heading input.

  • Page 40: Pc To Bdt Communication Setup

    Select TCP/ IPv4, and click Properties. Change the network settings on a PC; - Default IP: 192.168.1.5 - Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 - Gateway: 192.168.1.1 ® Use the following IP address to access Intellian Aptus or Aptus Web ----- -------- page. - Default IP: 192.168.1.2...

  • Page 41: Setup Wi-Fi Connection

    Technical Specification Wi-Fi Connection Setup Wi-Fi Connection • Setting up the BDT in order to access Wi-Fi • Remote Access Confirmation Setting up the BDT in order to access Wi-Fi 1. Turning on the Wi-Fi switch Turn on the switch on the back of the BDT, and 30 seconds after enabling the power supply, confirm if a red light appears on the switch.
  • Page 42 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System 2. Connect Wi-Fi in AP mode. After clicking on the Windows Wireless Connection icon, click on intellian- GX100PM (Default). 3. Enter the Network Security Key. Key: intellian1234 (Default) 4. You can confirm the logo and version data by accessing http://192.168.1.2 Aptus Web v X.XX...

  • Page 43: Checking Modem Information

    Checking Modem Information After installation is complete, terminal activation requires a Provisioning Key and Terminal ID of the iDirect modem. Intellian provides this information in the form of package labels as well as displaying on the Aptus software. • Provisioning Key and Terminal ID Label...

  • Page 44: One-Touch Commissioning

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System One-touch Commissioning Ensure to perform One-touch Commissioning after the first-time connection of the GX terminal and the BDT, after cable replacement or Ku-to-Ka conversion. Take the following steps for One-touch Commissioning. Connect an Ethernet cable from a PC Ethernet port to the Front Ethernet Port of the BDT.

  • Page 45: Bdt Connector Guide

    D-sub 9 pin male D-sub 9 pin female Signal Signal Console RX(RS-232) Console TX(RS-232) Note: Use Cross Serial Cable for PC Interface. (Intellian supplied) • PC Interface BDT PC Interface port: Supplied component: D-sub 9 pin male D-sub 9 pin female...
  • Page 46 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System • NMEA 2000 Pins Sockets Connector threads Connector threads BDT NMEA 2000 port : Supplied component: male female Signal Shield NET-S, (Power supply positive, +V) NET-C, (Power supply common, -V) NET-H, (CAN-H) NET-L, (CAN-L) •...
  • Page 47 OPERATING THE BDT Introduction Normal Mode Setup Mode Installation Settings Antenna Settings Manual Search Search Parameters Setup Antenna Parameters Setup Block Zone Antenna Diagnostic Test Satellite Settings Load Satellite Edit Satellite Information Add Satellite Information Check NID System Settings Set LNB Local Oscillator Frequency Set Location Management...
  • Page 48 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Introduction This section of the handbook describes how to setup your system after installing the BDT. It includes the following functions: Mode Function Startup Normal Mode Monitoring current antenna status Installation settings Selecting satellite...
  • Page 49 OPERATING THE ACU LED Indicators: Power BDT POW, ANT ERR, CM POW, STATUS, TX, NET, switch MENU RX1, RX2 BDT front keys Arrow Function BACK PC : PC Cable (USB) keys DN : Firmware upgrade or Log data download (USB) Management port Touch key functions Touch key...

  • Page 50: Normal Mode

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Normal Mode Startup With the system installed and power applied, the BDT screen will show the following sequence. Start up I N T E L L I A N T E C H N O L O G I E S I N C .

  • Page 51: Monitoring Current Antenna Status

    OPERATING THE ACU Monitoring Current Antenna Status When the BDT power is on, it displays the status of the antenna. The current status of the antenna is displayed as shown below. Current search status S E A R C H 1 0 6 2 .
  • Page 52 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Current tracking status T R A C K I N G 0 6 2 . 6 E I 5 _ F 1 S I G : 2 0 1 A Z : 2 5 4 . 3 ( 1 6 4 . 3 ) E L : 1 0 . 9 4.
  • Page 53 OPERATING THE ACU Select [ U S B F U N C T I O N ] S E L E C T U S B F U N C T I O N functions U P G R A D E F I R M W A R E 8.Touch RIGHT arrow key to display the USB FUNCTION* This menu will be displayed automatically if a USB flash drive is plugged into the USB port located in the front panel of the BDT.
  • Page 54 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Upgrade U P G R A D E ? system Y E S 9. Touch OK key to upgrade firmware. Refer to the error messages below if any errors occur. UPGRADE FIRMWARE - FIRMWARE FILE NOT FOUND: the system cannot find the FWP file.

  • Page 55: Setup Mode

    OPERATING THE ACU Setup Mode Enter the SETUP mode. Simply follow the instructions below. Searching / Tracking mode T R A C K I N G 0 6 2 . 6 E I 5 _ F 1 S I G : 2 0 1 A Z : 2 5 4 .

  • Page 56: Installation Settings

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Installation Settings During the first installation, it is required to setup the installation settings. Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode...
  • Page 57 OPERATING THE ACU Gyro search mode Setting of Heading Device Existence of Heading Data NMEA/ Ground Test Device NMEA 2000 With Heading Data Search 1 Search 3 Search 3 Without Heading Data Search 1 Search 1 Search 3 GYRO TYPE* NO DEVICE NMEA NMEA 2000...
  • Page 58 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Load L O A D ? Y E S 7. Touch BACK key to load the current setting or abort and return to the main display. Loading settings L O A D I N G . . .

  • Page 59: Antenna Settings

    OPERATING THE ACU Antenna Settings Manual Search Search the desired satellite manually. Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. Antenna menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E...

  • Page 60: Search Parameters

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Search Parameters Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode.
  • Page 61 OPERATING THE ACU Search 1 (Gyro Free) Search Pattern 3° Target satellite EL position 2° 1° 0° -1° -2° -3° Revolution (AZ direction) Search 1 antenna motion Target EL angle Target EL angle + 0.5° Target EL angle - 0.5° Turn 1 Turn 2 Turn 3...
  • Page 62 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Setup Antenna Parameters These parameters should only be changed by an authorized Intellian service technician. Improper setting of these parameters will cause your system to perform improperly. Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1.
  • Page 63 OPERATING THE ACU Set detect & tracking NBD D E T E C T N B D T R A C K I N G N B D 0 4 0 0 2 0 6. Set DETECT NBD and TRACKING NBD when NBD (Narrow Band Detection) mode of TRACKING SIGNAL is chosen to be used (Range: 1-200).
  • Page 64 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Select operation O P E R A T I O N process S A V E 8. Execute the command of the selected item from OPERATION*. OPERATION* • SAVE: save and execute the current settings.
  • Page 65 OPERATING THE ACU Setup Block Zone Up to 5 block zones can be programmed with relative azimuth and elevation sectors. Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. Antenna menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E...
  • Page 66 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Block zone 2 Z O N E 2 B L O C K O F F 5. ZONE 2 to ZONE 5 BLOCK setting is same as ZONE 1 BLOCK. Touch OK key to set ZONE 2 BLOCK and set next parameter.
  • Page 67 OPERATING THE ACU Antenna Diagnostic Test Refer to the diagnosis codes for the test results. Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. Antenna menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E...

  • Page 68: Diagnosis Code

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Diagnosis Code: CODE 101: The data communication between the antenna and the BDT is tested. CODE 102: The azimuth motor is tested. CODE 103: The elevation motor is tested. CODE 104: The cross-level motor is tested.

  • Page 69: Satellite Settings

    OPERATING THE ACU Satellite Settings Load Satellite Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. Satellite menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E...
  • Page 70 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Edit Satellite Information Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode.
  • Page 71 OPERATING THE ACU DVB verifiy method D V B V E R I F Y S K E W O F F S E T A G C + 0 0 . 0 6. Edit satellite DVB VERIFY* method and SKEW OFFSET. DVB VERIFY will be only activated and applied when DVB mode of TRACKING SIGNAL is chosen to be used.
  • Page 72 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Set DVB tracking D V B F R E Q . S Y M B O L N I D frequency 1 9 7 0 7 M H Z 2 0 0 0 0 k S p s 0 X 2 0 0 0 9.
  • Page 73 OPERATING THE ACU Add Satellite Information Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. Satellite menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E + S Y S T E M...
  • Page 74 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Set LNB local frequency S E L E C T L O C A L T R A C K I N G S I G N A L 1 8 2 5 0 M H Z N B D 6.
  • Page 75 OPERATING THE ACU Save S A V E ? Y E S 10. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to save and execute the current settings. Or touch RIGHT arrow key to move cursor to NO and touch OK key to abort and return to the main display.

  • Page 76: System Settings

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System System Settings Set LNB Local Oscillator Frequency Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode.

  • Page 77: Set Location

    OPERATING THE ACU Set Location Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. System menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E + S Y S T E M...
  • Page 78 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Latitude & longitude L A T I T U D E L O N G I T U D E 3 7 . 0 0 N 1 2 6 . 5 0 E 5. Set the current LATITUDE and LONGITUDE.
  • Page 79 OPERATING THE ACU Management Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Touch LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and touch OK key to enter SETUP mode. System menu + A N T E N N A + S A T E L L I T E + S Y S T E M + I N S T A L L A T I O N...
  • Page 80 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System...
  • Page 81 Aptus ® OPERATING THE ACU Introduction Requirements Software Installation PC to BDT Communication Setup Starting Aptus ® Establishing a data communication Toolbar Menus System Property Status Dashboard Work View Tabs Antenna - Basic Info. Antenna - Advanced Info. Satellite (Satellite View) Graph View Monitor Diagnostic/Modem...
  • Page 82 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Introduction Intellian’s new VSAT Antenna PC Controller Software, Aptus is a next-generation ® graphically based antenna remote control software. Aptus allows users to easily ® and conveniently set up the antenna by using a personal computer.

  • Page 83: Software Installation

    The InstallShield Wizard will guide you through the program setup process. The installation routine provides an icon on the desktop. Click the icon to start the software. In addition, Intellian also provides patch files for software upgrade.
  • Page 84 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System PC to BDT Communication Setup Starting Aptus ® Double-click the Aptus desktop icon. The Communication Window will appear ® to establish the data communication between your PC and the BDT. Select your choice of connection method to access your BDT through either the Serial Port...
  • Page 85 Do not plug a USB to the BDT while TCP/IP communication is in use. Doing so will disable current PC Software Control because the USB connection has higher priority than TCP/IP connection. - The amount of data will increase rapidly if Network Communication is in use. Intellian recommends using Aptus Web.

  • Page 86: Auto Update

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System AutoUpdate ® Intellian Aptus checks and notifies the latest version when it is started to maintain up to date software version by AutoUpdate function. 1. When Aptus ® is started, it automatically checks the latest software version from the server and runs AutoUpdate if new version is available.

  • Page 87: Toolbar Menus

    Aptus ® Toolbar Menus The toolbar menus at the top of the screen display command buttons of the most commonly used functions of the Aptus . The toolbar menus consists of four main ® menus: Quick (for quick launch of functions), File (for file backup, restoring and loading), View, and Connection.
  • Page 88 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Load Config. : loads the antenna configuration file (file format: *.cfg). The configuration file includes the antenna control parameters which are pre-loaded at the factory and should only be changed by an authorized service technician.
  • Page 89 • Setting: enables or disables Auto Update function and sets network connection Help time-out. • Help: 1) Report: provides e-mail contact to Intellian technical support team to let the user report problems at any time. 2) Information: displays the information of current Aptus® software version.

  • Page 90: System Property Status Dashboard

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System System Property Status Dashboard The property status dashboard on the left pane of the screen provides the antenna status, the availability of TX transmission, signal level, GPS and heading status, software information, product information and error status to be monitored quickly.
  • Page 91 Aptus ® - Tracking: Antenna is tracking the target satellite. - Initialize: Antenna or BDT is initializing. - Setup: Antenna is in SETUP mode. TX Enable Displays the status of TX transmit. If the circle next to the TX Enable shows “Blue”, it means the antenna TX function is enabled.
  • Page 92 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Signal Level Shows “DVB” when DVB mode of tracking signal is in use and “NBD” when NBD mode of tracking signal is in use. The “Red” line indicates the signal “Detect Level Threshold” and the “Orange” line indicates the signal “Tracking Level Threshold”.
  • Page 93 OPERATING THE ACU Diagnostic Error Report The square button next to the Diagnostic Error Report turns red when the system receives an error. Click the button to see a Diagnostic Report.

  • Page 94: Work View Tabs

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Work View Tabs Aptus provides seven Work View Tabs (Satellite View, Antenna Basic View, ® Antenna Advanced View, Monitor View, Graph View, Diagnostic/Modem and GUI to manage the Antenna and the Satellite configuration. How to modify the settings on Work View: 1.
  • Page 95 Aptus ® - GPS: displays and sets current antenna’s GPS. - Heading: displays and sets current ship’s heading information. · Heading Device: None / NMEA/ NMEA 2000/Ground Test. The baud rate (4800/ 9600/ 19200/ 38400) must be set if NMEA is selected. - Bow Information: displays and sets current antenna’s bow.
  • Page 96 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System 2. Antenna – Advanced Info. This view provides information on the Tilt Sensor Bias, Conical Range, EL Adjust, Rate Sensor, Search Parameter and Block Zone. -Tilt Sensor Bias: This maintains the elevation and the cross level axes in order to keep the pedestal parallel to the horizon.
  • Page 97 Aptus ® · Step 4. Press the “Restart” icon to restart the antenna. - Rate Sensor: is used to calibrate the DC voltage output from the three rate sen- sors (azimuth, elevation, and cross-level). These are used to sense antenna motion that corresponds to the ship’s motion (roll, pitch, and yaw) for stabilizing the ped- estal.
  • Page 98 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System · Search Step: set increment step size. · Type 1 & Type 3 (Search 1 & 3) Range: set Search 1 & 3 search range. Search 3 is conducted in a two-axis pattern consisting of alternate movements in azimuth and elevation as it forms an expanding square.
  • Page 99 Aptus ® 3. Satellite This view provides information on the Satellite’s Information, Tracking Common Information, DVB and NBD Tracking Transponder, LNB Local Frequency, and Satellite Library. This view shows a graphic UI of the current satellite that the antenna is pointing at and the satellites that are located at a 180° arc on the hori- zon with reference to the current position.
  • Page 100 - LNB Local Frequency: Displays or sets LNB local frequency and its corre- sponding LNB voltage supplied. You may select pre-programmed LNB LO settings from the drop down list. This procedure is same for both the Intellian Global VSAT PLL LNB and any other LNB.
  • Page 101 Aptus ® 4. Graph View This view provides information on Signal, Elevation (EL), Absolute AZ (Azimuth), Relative AZ, Heading, AZ and EL in Single or Multi graph formats. - Select Graph Item: shows the graphs of only the checked item(s) in a Single or Multi Graph View.
  • Page 102 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System 5. Monitor This view provides a UI which can monitor all data that has been received from the BDT. - Tracking: turns on or off the dish scan function. If the dish scan function is disabled, the antenna will stop adjusting the antenna pointing angle in order to optimize the receive signal level.
  • Page 103 6. Diagnostic / Modem This view provides Antenna Diagnostic Testing and also provides functions to set up the interface between the BDT and the Intellian VSAT Mediator or the satellite modem. - Diagnostic : select to run a full diagnostic test or single diagnostic test.
  • Page 104 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System · Antenna power: tests the antenna power to see whether or not it is within the nominal operating range. · LNB/ NBD: tests the LNB and NBD (narrow band detector). · Sensor Box Limit: tests the sensor box motor .
  • Page 105 Aptus ® 7. GUI This view shows a graphical representation of the current antenna position which allows you to easily identify whether or not the antenna is aligned properly to the target satellite or is in a block zone. In addition, this view shows the current satellite that the antenna is pointed towards and the satellites that are located at a 180°...
  • Page 106 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System 8. Work View Functions The seven Work View Tabs displayed in the Work View can be arranged in customized layouts. - Layout Formatting · Each of the Work View Tabs can be separated from the rest of the Tabs.
  • Page 107 Aptus ® Move the selected Work View Tab to the bottom position of the Work View layout. Move the selected Work View Tab to the right position of the Work View layout. Move the selected Work View Tab to the left position of the Work View layout.
  • Page 108 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System You can also drag multiple Work View Tabs into a customized layout in the same manner. Click and hold left mouse button on each Work View Tab’s header and drag it onto a desired arrow on the Navigator icon. Then each Work View Tab can be placed to the desired positions as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 109 Aptus ® - Zoom Tool Using the Zoom tool, you can easily select the magnification you want by using Zoom In and Zoom Out bar, and Fit in Work View button. Fit Work View Button: fits the current view to the Work View window size. The but- ton toggles between the fit view and the previous view.
  • Page 110 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System...
  • Page 111 ® APTUS Aptus ® Introduction Main Page Page Login Top Menus Dash Board & Information Antenna Settings Ship Setting Antenna Position & Parameters Tracking Setting Modem Setting Diagnostic Library Setting Firmware & Configuration Antenna Firmware Upgrade Antenna Log Antenna Backup & Restore Administration Network Setting User Management...
  • Page 112 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Introduction With embedded Remote Access (Aptus Web) function, the v-Series can be monitored, controlled, and diagnosed remotely from anywhere, anytime through the TCP/IP protocol. This not only can save time but also saves the cost generated from the hundreds of routine maintenance activities, such as operating firmware upgrades, tracking parameters resets, and system diagnostic.
  • Page 113 2. Log into the BDT by typing in User Name and Password information. If this system has not been changed from the factory default: • User Name: intellian • Password: 12345678 WARNING: The Control & Monitoring Mode will be switched to the Monitoring Only Mode in the following cases;...
  • Page 114 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Top Menus Once you log in, the following information and menus are displayed. Item Description Signal Level Display current signal level. - Setup: Displays whether or not the antenna is in SETUP mode. The indicator shows “Blue” in the SETUP mode.
  • Page 115 APTUS ® Dash Board & Information On the left side of the page, Dash Board and Information menus are displayed as below to provide quick monitoring of the antenna status and settings. Other menus are displayed only in the Control & Monitoring mode and their functions will be described in the next sections.
  • Page 116 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Item Description Dash Board Displays current antenna status to be quickly monitored. Displays current antenna position. Current Antenna - Relative Azimuth: displays antenna relative AZ angle. Position / - Absolute Azimuth: displays antenna absolute AZ angle.
  • Page 117 APTUS ® Displays whether or not the antenna is able to transmit the data. The TX function will only be enabled (shows BLUE dot ) only if all of the factors listed below shows “BLUE” dot. Exception: If “Use TX Mute”...

  • Page 118: Ship Setting

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Antenna Settings Ship Setting Item Description Ship Setting Set the ship information and block zone. Set GPS information. - Longitude (East/West) - Latitude (North/South) Bow Offset Set Bow Offset if needed. Set ship’s heading device (NONE, NMEA, NMEA2000, Heading Device Ground Test) and ship’s heading information...
  • Page 119 APTUS ® Antenna Position & Parameters Item Description Set current antenna position and Search and Tracking parameters. These parameters should only be changed by Antenna Setting an authorized service technician. Improper setting of these parameters will render your system inoperable. Display current antenna position.
  • Page 120 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System DVB Detect and Tracking Level Threshold: display / set current detect level threshold and tracking level threshold when DVB tracking mode is chosen to be used. - NBD Detect and Tracking Level Threshold: display / set current detect level threshold and tracking level threshold when NBD tracking mode is chosen to be used.

  • Page 121: Tracking Setting

    APTUS ® Tracking Setting Item Description Display or set current tracking mode and tracking Tracking Setting frequency of the target satellite. Display and set LNB’s local frequencies. Display Local Frequency Setting current LNB local frequency which is in use and (MHz) voltage.
  • Page 122 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Diagnostic Item Description Diagnostic Execute antenna diagnostic test. Select to run a full diagnostic test or single diagnostic test. - Serial Comm.: test the data communication between the antenna and the BDT. - Motor AZ: test the azimuth motor.

  • Page 123: Library Setting

    BDT. - Open Library from PC: open the satellite library file from the Library supplied Intellian CD or from the external hard drive/PC. (File format: *.ilf) - Upload Library to BDT: upload the satellite library file to BDT. - Save as Library to PC: save the current library setting to the PC.

  • Page 124: Firmware & Configuration

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Firmware & Configuration Antenna Firmware Upgrade Item Description Antenna Firmware Upgrade antenna and BDT firmware version. Upgrade New Antenna Browse and select the firmware to upgrade. Clicking Start Firmware Upload button will start to upgrade the selected firmware.
  • Page 125 APTUS ® Upgrade procedures: 1. Select the upgrade package file. 2. Click on “Start Upload” button to transfer the Firmware package file (“*.fwp”) to iARM module. 3. After the package file is transferred, it’ll show “upgrade from vx.xx Version to vx.xx Version”.
  • Page 126 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Upgrade process status page 6. If the firmware is successfully upgraded, a message displays "The firmware update is completed." 7. Click on "Back to main page" to go out of the screen. To verify the upgraded firmware version, go to Dash Board > Software Information.

  • Page 127: Antenna Log

    APTUS ® Antenna Log Item Description Antenna Log Displays antenna log data. GPS Log Option Disable/Enable to save GPS information in the antenna log file. Select file transfer protocol between HTTP Download or FTP Download. For the GX terminals, the default option is HTTP Antenna Log Download.
  • Page 128 GPS information to third parties. Any issues regarding safety and privacy when turning on the GPS function is solely up to the user. Intellian is not responsible for information that is disclosed when the GPS function is enabled.
  • Page 129 APTUS ® Antenna Backup & Restore Item Description Enter Backup & Restore page. (Setup mode is Antenna Backup & Restore required) Backup antenna information to BDT/PC or restore Target antenna by using the saved information from BDT/PC. Backup Backup antenna information. Restore Restore antenna information.

  • Page 130: Network Setting

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Administration Network Setting Item Description Network Setting Enter network setting page. Modify BDT’s Internal IP address and press Submit button. Go to “Save & Reboot” page and press Save & Reboot button to validate the changes.
  • Page 131 Network Service Configuration - HTTPS Port : HTTPS port number. To remotely access GX BDT from Intellian's Aptus PC Software, either HTTPS or SSH connection needs to be forwarded. It is GX Local For- recommended to forward less preferred protocol. If "HTTPS" is ward to PC Port often used and Aptus PC software is also required, select "SSH...
  • Page 132 GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System This menu is used when network administrator needs to authorize user connections via Web, SSH, PC Port, Telnet, Con- sole using RADIUS server. - Client : Select to enable RADIUS authentication. Radius Configuration - Server IP : RADIUS server IP Address - Timeout : Timeout value in seconds for the authentication process.

  • Page 133: User Management

    APTUS ® User Management Item Description User Change login ID and Password to access the Aptus Web. This Management setting can be also accessed by ‘Account’ icon on the top menu. Change your login ID (user name) and password. - Change ID : Enter your current login ID (user name) and new login ID.

  • Page 134: Iarm Upgrade

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System iARM Upgrade Item Description iARM Upgrade Upgrade the firmware of iARM module. Browse and select the firmware file to upload and click Start iARM Firmware Upgrade button. Bootstrap Displays current bootstrap and bootloader version.
  • Page 135 APTUS ® Firmware upload in 3. This will inform you that the firmware is being uploaded. progress Firmware upgrade in 4. Do not turn off the BDT power if the firmware upgrade page is displayed. progress 5. This will take around 2 minutes to complete the firmware upgrade. Once the upgrade is completed, the system will reboot automatically.

  • Page 136: Iarm Save & Reboot

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System iARM Save & Reboot Item Description Save the modified settings and reboot the system. Save & Reboot Click Save & Reboot button. Reboot without Reboot the system without saving the modified settings. Saving Click Reboot Only button.

  • Page 137: Antenna Event Log

    APTUS ® Antenna Event Log Item Description Antenna Event Log Displays user's log information (Data/Time, Login ID and IP) Set the Log message option. - Severity : Set urgency level. - Category : Set target that caused the message. Query Filter - Time Frame : Set time limit that you want to show.

  • Page 138: Technical Specification

    GX100PM – Marine Satellite Communication System Technical Specification Dimensions Satellite antenna unit 138cm x 151.4cm (54.33” x 59.63”) Antenna dish diameter 103cm (41”) Below Deck Terminal 43.1cm x 44.1cm x 4.4cm (17” x 17.3” x 1.7”) Weight Satellite antenna unit 113.3kg (249.78lbs)

  • Page 139: Warranty

    30 days after the manufacturing production date. If you discover a defect, Intellian Technologies, Inc. will, at its option, repair, replace or refund the purchase price of the product at no charge to you, provided you return the product directly to the factory within the warranty period.

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