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- Page 1 USER MANUAL WAYFARER 0.9M KU-BAND MANUAL FLY-AWAY ANTENNA...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Revision History............................5 Acronyms..............................5 Safety ............................... 6 List of Contents............................8 1. Overview.............................. 9 2. System Overview ..........................9 3. Hardware ............................. 10 3.1. Case Dimensions ......................... 10 3.2. Antenna Dimensions ........................10 3.3. Introduction to System Components ..................... 12 4. - Page 4 Copyright © 2019. Norsat International Inc. All rights reserved. All materials contained in this user guide are the property of Norsat International Inc. except as noted here below: All materials in this user guide are protected by United States and international copyright laws. The compilation of all content in this user guide is the exclusive property of Norsat.
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Page 5: Revision History
Date YYYY/MM/DD Release 2019/04/16 Release 2020/07/29 Acronyms Azimuth Block Upconverter Counter-clockwise Clockwise Elevation Interfacility Link Low-noise Block Downconverter Orthomode Transducer Polarization Radio Frequency SSPA Solid-Sate Power Amplifier Transmit Reject Filter DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 6: Safety
Safety Caution Grounding the Terminal In urban areas, ground the terminal with a grounding conductor in accordance to national and local electrical codes. Danger FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information for Mobile Transmitting Devices When the power is on, maintain an off-axis safety distance of 0.7 meters (2.3 feet), where “off axis”... - Page 7 Accessories and Devices Use of non-approved accessories or devices may lead to a degradation in performance, damage to equipment, or potential hazards Servicing the Equipment Do not service the equipment alone unless another person is present to administer first-aid DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved...
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Page 8: List Of Contents
List of Contents - Case 1 NAME QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Leg Assembly Pedestal mounting base Pedestal Assembly (ODU) Antenna main pedestal optionally integrated with BUC and LNB Reflector Hub Reflector petal mounting base Reflector Petals Disassembled antenna reflector Feed Horn Horn antenna with waveguide Mounting Pegs Stake for leg assembly IFL Cable (optional) Interfacility link cable for Tx/Rx transmission BUC M&C Cable (optional) -
Page 9: Overview
1. Overview The Norsat Wayfarer is an industrial strength transportable satellite communication system built strong for the most demanding users working with the most challenging applications and environments. The Wayfarer is manually operated, integrated, and versatile enough for deployment virtually anywhere, including mobile field offices, field vehicles, or directly on the ground. A complete satellite solution, the Wayfarer includes everything to meet your communication needs. -
Page 10: Hardware
3. Hardware 3.1. Case Dimensions CASE NUMBER DIMENSIONS WEIGHT Case 1 (Pelican iM 2975) 31.30 in x 20.40 in x 15.50 in ≤ 66 lb [30 kg] [795 mm x 518 mm x 394 mm] 3.2. Antenna Dimensions Note: Pictures within the user manual may differ from the product. Top view of antenna (mm): DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020... - Page 11 Front view of antenna (in [mm]): Side view of antenna (in [mm]): DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved...
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Page 12: Introduction To System Components
3.3. Introduction to System Components The Pedestal Assembly consists of three main modules: The Azimuth, Elevation, and Polarization modules. Please refer to Section 5.3 for the operation of each module. The azimuth module consists of the azimuth handwheel, planetary gearbox, worm gearbox, internal gear and azimuth base. -
Page 13: Assembly
2. Unfold the Legs to the limit and re-engage up the buckle strap. 3. Disengage the Lock Handle on the Leg Assembly by rotating it upwards. Lock Handle Strap DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... - Page 14 4. Take out the Pedestal Assembly from Case 1 5. Lift the Pedestal by the top handle and insert the Azimuth Connector into the Leg Assembly. Note: The Pedestal Assembly can be installed in any orientation on the Leg Assembly at this step. Handle Azimuth Connector Lock Handle Disengaged...
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Page 15: Reflector
Note: Exercise caution when installing the first two petals because petals are not self-supporting until 1 set of petal-side latches have been engaged. Petal-Side Latch Hub-Side Latch DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 16: Feed
6. Install the remaining petals in increasing order by performing the steps below: a. Adjust the elevation angle as needed to access the hub-side latches. b. Insert the locating stub on the petal into the mating slot in the Reflector Hub and any adjacent petals. c. Engage all petal-side latches. d. Engage all hub-side latches. Note: If the polarization assembly is blocking the hub-side latches, refer to Section 5.3.3 to adjust the position of the polarization assembly. -
Page 17: Cable Connection
1. Connect the cables according to the table and diagram below: Warning: Connect the Modem Tx Coax Cable last and ensure user is clear of the antenna to avoid accidental transmission. DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 18: Operation
5. Operation 5.1. Levelling 1. Loosen the locking nut on the foot to be adjusted Foot Adjustment Knob Locking Nut 2. Examine the location of the bubble in the Bubble Level on the Pedestal. 3. Decrease the height of the footpad(s) closest to the bubble and/or increase the height of the footpad(s) farthest to center the bubble. -
Page 19: Zeroing The Azimuth Dial
2. Unlock the Lock Handle of the Leg Assembly and rotate the Pedestal Assembly until the Pedestal’s engraved arrow points towards the equator. Engraved Arrow 3. Re-engage the Lock Handle of the Leg Assembly. DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 20: Adjusting Antenna Position
5.3. Adjusting Antenna Position 5.3.1 Azimuth Adjustment 1. Use the lower handwheel to control the azimuth position of the terminal. a. Rotate the handwheel CW to move the azimuth to the left b. Rotate the handwheel CCW to move the azimuth to the right 2. -
Page 21: Polarization Adjustment
3. Use the Polarization Dial above the Polarization Assembly to read the current polarization position. 4. Tighten the Polarization Lock Knob once at desired position. Polarization Lock Knob Polarization Dial Polarization Assembly DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 22: Manual Acquisition
5.4. Manual Acquisition DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020... -
Page 23: Disassembly
6.2. Feed 1. Firm grasp the Feed Horn and disengage the collar threads by rotating the Feed Collar. Feed Collar 2. Store the Feed Horn in Case 1. DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 24: Reflector
6.3. Reflector 1. Detach Petals 3 through 6 in decreasing order by performing the following steps. a. Firmly graph the petal throughout with at least one hand throughout. b. Disengage all petal-side latches. c. Disengage the hub-side latches. d. Gently pull away the reflector from the Reflector Hub. Petal-Side Latch Hub-Side Latch Foam Spacer 2. -
Page 25: Tripod Base
3. Disengage the Lock Handle on the Leg Assembly and lift the Pedestal upwards from the Leg Assembly by the handle on top of the Pedestal. Handle Lock Handle Disengaged DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... - Page 26 4. Store the Pedestal Assembly in Case 1. 5. Unlock the buckle strap on the Leg Assembly. 6. Collapse the Legs to the limit and re-engage the buckle strap. 7. Store the Leg Assembly in Case 1. 8. Adjust the footpad heights as needed to fit into the case. DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020...
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Page 27: System Troubleshooting
1. Verify the numbered Petals are installed onto their proper location on the Reflector Hub Reflector Hub. 2. Verify the Petal latches are flush against the Petal body 3. Replace the Petal latches. Refer to Section 8.2 for instructions. 4. Contact the terminal manufacturer DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... -
Page 28: System Maintenance
8. System Maintenance 8.1. Maintenance Schedule DESCRIPTION FREQUENCY Inspect and clean integrity of Feed Horn window, replace Once per month when damaged Inspect OMT and waveguide sealing, if there is a leakage, dry Once per month out the components and seal with silicon fusion tape or replace damaged parts Inspect screws and nuts, tighten or replace screws upon Once per month... - Page 29 5. Install the replacement clip and apply threadlocker onto the fasteners. 6. Verify the replacement clip(s) engage. If they do not, refer to Section 7. DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved...
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Page 30: Technical Specifications
9. Technical Specifications ELECTRICAL Reflector aperture 0.9m Reflector material Carbon fiber Feed configuration Center Tx frequency 13.75 to 14.5 GHz Rx frequency 10.70 to 12.75 GHz Tx gain 40.0+20log(f/14.25) dBi Rx gain 38.8+20log(f/12.5) dBi Polarization Linear Cross polarization (On-Axis) ≥35dB Tx/Rx isolation (port isolation) Rx >... -
Page 31: Appendix A - Magnetic Declination Map
Appendix A – Magnetic Declination Map DOC-000898 Rev B 07/2020 © 2020 Norsat International Incorporated (“Norsat”) All Rights Reserved... - Page 32 ABOUT NORSAT Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable satellite components, portable satellite...