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  • Page 1 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. All other logos, trademarks, and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 4 INDEX...
  • Page 5 INDEX INTRODUCTION Intellian v60Ka Introduction Intellian v60Ka Features System Configuration INSTALLING THE ANTENNA System Package Planning the Installation Antenna Installation INSTALLING THE ACU Mounting the ACU Gyrocompass Connection PC to ACU Connection Setup Wi-Fi Connection One-touch Commissioning ACU Connector Guide...
  • Page 6 CERTIFICATIONS C-Tick Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 451-862, Korea, declare that the product described below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the requirement of the Radio communications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Standard 2008.
  • Page 7 EMI Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 451-862, Korea, declare that the product described below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the IEC60945 and IEC61000-4-2~6/11.
  • Page 8 CERTIFICATIONS FCC Part 15 Subpart B Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 451-862, Korea, declare that the product described 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 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 v60Ka Introduction Intellian v60Ka Features System Configuration...
  • Page 12 (-20°) supports seamless signal reception at extremely high latitudes. The v60Ka is built to meet or exceed the industry's most stringent standards such as FCC, ETSI, R&TTE. With its frequency tuned radome and newly designed reflector,...
  • Page 13 Dedicated Management Ethernet Port The v60Ka has a Management Ethernet Port on the front of the ACU that enables direct and simple network connection between a PC and the ACU. The Management Port allows Internet access and quick access to Intellian's remote management solution, the Aptus Web.

  • 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 ACU (Antenna Control Unit) 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 Antenna Dimensions Antenna Mounting Templates Mast design recommendation Position the Radome...

  • Page 16: System Package

    – Marine Satellite Communication System System Package The packaged Intellian v60Ka includes the Antenna unit, lifting straps, ACU and an Installation kit box. Antenna unit Installation kit box...
  • Page 17 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Antenna Unit The antenna unit includes an antenna pedestal system inside of a radome. The Pedestal system consists of the satellite antenna dish and RF components mounted on a stabilised pedestal assembly. The radome protects the antenna pedestal assembly from the severe marine environment.
  • Page 18 – Marine Satellite Communication System ACU (Antenna Control Unit) The digital VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) allows for easy operation of the ACU, even in the dark. Antenna control unit Front panel Rear panel The functions of the ACU are as follows : •...

  • Page 19: Installation Kit

    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Installation Kit Contains the items required for securing the antenna unit and ACU to the vessel. ACU box Description Q'ty Size Remarks 43.1 x 38 x 4.4cm Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Antenna Control Unit (17" x 15" x 1.7") RF Hazard Sticker Radiation Safety Distance Label Mounting Template...
  • Page 20 – Marine Satellite Communication System Components box Description Q'ty Size Remarks ACU Bracket (Rack) ACU-19inch Rack ACU Bracket (Table) ACU-Table RG6 Cable ACU to Modem AC Power Cord (CEEE7/7) 1.5m ACU Power AC Power Cord (USA) 1.8m ACU Power...

  • 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 15º...
  • Page 22 – Marine Satellite Communication System The antenna is designed to be used with radiation transmit equipment manufactured Safe access from radiation by others. Exposure to RF radiation, including exposure associated with an improper hazard use of the transmit equipment, may be hazardous to persons close to the above deck unit.

  • Page 23: Setting Block Zones

    Cable Length LMR300 30.3 0.303 LMR400 19.6 0.196 LMR500 15.9 0.159 LMR600 12.8 0.128 100M LMR900 0.086 150M LMR1200 0.065 200M Power Requirement Intellian v60Ka has been designed to work on a vessel’s power supplies rated between 100-240V AC.

  • Page 24: Tools Required For Installation

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Tools Required for Installation 11 mm Wrench/Spanner Power Drill Cross head or 19 mm Wrench Phillips 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 v60Ka Step 1. When unpacking the wooden crate, follow the procedures below. 1. Remove the 20 clips from the edge of the wooden crate by using a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Detach one of the side panels that is above the two spaces for fork lift.
  • Page 26 – Marine Satellite Communication System Step 2. With a 19mm spanner, remove the 4 shipping bolts (A) that secure the radome to the pallet in transit. WARNING: When lifting the antenna by using the lifting strap, ensure to disassemble...
  • Page 27 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Step 3. Open the top radome and remove the shipping restraints. (1) Remove shipping brackets securing the AZ axis and EL axis. A. Remove the EL shipping bracket B. Remove the AZ shipping bracket...
  • Page 28 – Marine Satellite Communication System (2) Remove shipping bracket securing the CL axis. Remove the CL shipping bracket (3) Switch on the Power circuit breaker at the base of the pedestal. This must be completed prior to the Radome being secured.

  • Page 29: Antenna Dimensions

    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA 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 30: Antenna Mounting Templates

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Antenna Mounting Templates The mounting holes must be in the exact same place as shown in the diagram below. Bow direction Cable entry Radome bottom ø44.5cm (17.5”)
  • Page 31 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Antenna mounting hole pattern...

  • Page 32: Mast Design Recommendation

    More than 1200mm (47”) Less than 1200mm (47”) Deck More than 1200mm (47”) 1200mm (47”) Deck WARNING: Do not install unless you secure enough space to repair. Intellian strongly recommends installing the antenna less than 1200mm (47") above the deck.

  • Page 33: Mounting Plate

    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA 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 120cm(47”) Support pedestal Appr.
  • Page 34 Mounting the Radome 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.
  • Page 35 To ship’s power To radome bottom 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 36 – Marine Satellite Communication System...

  • Page 37: Installing The Acu

    INSTALLING THE ACU Mounting the ACU 19” Rack Mount Type Table Mount Type ACU Dimensions Selection of ACU Installation Site Gyrocompass Connection Connecting the System with a Gyrocompass Connecting the System without a Gyrocompass PC to ACU Communication Setup Wi-Fi Connection One-touch Commissioning ACU Connector Guide...

  • Page 38: Mounting The Acu

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Mounting the ACU Intellian utilizes two mounting methods for the ACU (a) 19" rack mount and (b) a table mount. 19" Rack mount type 19” Rack Mount Type - The ACU should be installed using the two supplied Rack Mounting Brackets which allow for a side 19”...

  • Page 39: Acu Dimensions

    INSTALLING THE ACU ACU Dimensions 47.5 cm (18.7") Dimensions 45.5 cm (17.9") of the ACU 43.1 cm (17") 4.4 cm (1.7") 46.6 cm (18.4") 48.5 cm (19.1") Selection of ACU Installation Site The ACU should be installed below deck, in a location that is: •...

  • Page 40: Gyrocompass Connection

    Connecting the System with a Gyrocompass The ship’s gyrocompass provides true heading input to the antenna system which allows the antenna to target and acquire the desired satellite quickly. Intellian always recommends to connect a gyrocompass to the antenna through the gyrocompass interface on the ACU.
  • Page 41 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 42: Pc To Acu Communication Setup

    Select the "Obtain IP address automatically" option, all the other fields of -------- this page should then be blank. Click on OK, then close before connecting -------- to the PC. ® Use the following IP address to access Intellian Aptus or Aptus Web ----- -------- page. - Default IP: 192.168.2.1...
  • Page 43 Technical Specification Wi-Fi Connection Setup Wi-Fi Connection • Setting up the ACU in order to access the system via Wi-Fi. • Remote Access Confirmation Setting up the ACU in order to access Wi-Fi 1. Turning on the Wi-Fi switch Turn on the power switch next to the WI-FI antenna on the rear of the ACU, ensure the red light comes on within 30 seconds.
  • Page 44 – Marine Satellite Communication System 2. Connect Wi-Fi in AP mode. After clicking on the Windows Wireless Connection icon, click on intellian-VKA (Default). 3. Enter the Network Security Key. Key: intellian1234 (Default) 4. Through a web browser type in 192.168.2.1, and the following log in page will pop up.

  • Page 45: One-Touch Commissioning

    Open a web browser on the PC and type the default IP address (192.168.2.1) to access the Aptus web page. Login by entering the ID: intellian (Default) and Password: 12345678 (Default). Click "Administration" > "Modem Information" > "One Touch Commissioning".

  • Page 46: Acu Connector Guide

    TXD - RXD - KEYLINE + RXD - KEYLINE + TXD + KEYLINE - TXD + KEYLINE - Note: Use Intellian supplied BUC Interface Cable (D-Sub to RJ45) to connect between RS422 on the ACU and BUC I/O on the modem.
  • Page 47 INSTALLING THE ACU • NMEA 2000 Pins Sockets Connector threads Connector threads ACU 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) • LAN ACU LAN port Signal Signal...
  • Page 48 – Marine Satellite Communication System...

  • Page 49: Operating The Acu

    OPERATING THE ACU OPERATING THE ACU 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...
  • Page 50 – Marine Satellite Communication System Introduction This section of the handbook describes how to setup your system after installing the ACU. It includes the following functions: Mode Function Startup Normal Mode Monitoring current antenna status Installation settings Selecting satellite...

  • Page 51: Arrow Keys

    OPERATING THE ACU MENU Number Keys ACU front keys Arrow Function BACK Power PC : PC Cable (USB) Keys Switch DN : Firmware upgrade or Log data download (USB) Management port Touch key functions Touch key Function MENU Enter SETUP mode In SETUP mode, returns to previous menu or option or saves the adjusted settings.

  • Page 52: Normal Mode

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Normal Mode Startup With the system installed and power applied, the ACU 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 53: Monitoring Current Antenna Status

    OPERATING THE ACU Monitoring Current Antenna Status When the ACU 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 0 0 .
  • Page 54 – Marine Satellite Communication System Current tracking status T R A C K I N G 0 0 0 . 7 W T H O R 7 S I G : 2 0 1 A Z : 2 5 4 . 3 ( 1 6 4 . 3 ) E L : 1 0 . 9 4.
  • Page 55 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.Connect a USB device to the DN USB port on the front panel, then from the status menu pressing either the left or right arrow keys a few times until you see USB FUNCTION* menu.
  • Page 56 – Marine Satellite Communication System Upgrade U P G R A D E ? system Y E S 9. Press 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 57: 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 0 0 . 7 W T H O R 7 S I G : 2 0 1 A Z : 2 5 4 .

  • Page 58: Installation Settings

    – 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. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press OK key to enter SETUP mode...
  • Page 59 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 60 – Marine Satellite Communication System Load L O A D ? Y E S 8. Press 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 61: 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. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press 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 62: Search Parameters

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Search Parameters Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press OK key to enter SETUP mode.
  • Page 63 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 0° Target EL Angle + 0.5° Target EL Angle 0° Target EL Angle - 0.5°...
  • Page 64 – 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 65 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 66 – 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 67 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. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press 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 – 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. Press OK key to set ZONE 2 BLOCK and set next parameter.
  • Page 69 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. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press 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 70: Diagnosis Code

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Diagnosis Code: CODE 101: The data communication between the antenna and the ACU 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 71: Satellite Settings

    OPERATING THE ACU Satellite Settings Load Satellite Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press 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 72 – Marine Satellite Communication System Edit Satellite Information Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press OK key to enter SETUP mode.
  • Page 73 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 74 – 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 75 OPERATING THE ACU Add Satellite Information Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press 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 76 – 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 77 OPERATING THE ACU Save S A V E ? Y E S 10. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press OK key to save and execute the current settings. Or Press RIGHT arrow key to move cursor to NO and Press OK key to abort and return to the main display.

  • Page 78: System Settings

    – 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. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press OK key to enter SETUP mode.

  • Page 79: Set Location

    OPERATING THE ACU Set Location Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press 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 80 – 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 81 I D I R E C T - I /O 4. USE MEDIATOR is to enable the usage of MEDIATOR if the antenna is connected to the Intellian Dual VSAT Mediator. USE MEDIATOR must be disabled if there is no MEDIATOR connected to the NOTE: ACU.
  • Page 82 EF Data Cooperation to offer common management interface for Comtech EF Data's Roaming Oceanic Satellite Server (ROSS) and ACU. VCAP is the interface between the SatLink mobile VSAT IDU and the Intellian antenna controllers for Intellian mobile antennas. ELEKTRIKOM-AMIP is a OPEN AMIP based protocol, and proceed the additional protocol.
  • Page 83 OPERATING THE ACU Use TX mute G P S O U T S E N T E N C E U S E T X M U T E G P G L L Y E S 6. GPS OUT SENTENCE* is to select the GPS OUT SENTENCE type USE TX MUTE is to select whether or not to USE TX MUTE function from the satellite modem.
  • Page 84 – Marine Satellite Communication System Management Setup mode S E T U P M O D E ? Y E S 1. Press LEFT arrow key to move cursor to YES and Press OK key to enter SETUP mode.
  • Page 85 + I N T E L L I A N D E V I C E 3. Touch arrow keys to move cursor to KEY LOCK menu and touch OK key to enter it. NOTE: INTELLIAN DEVICE menu is not operated in this ACU. Set key lock and...
  • Page 86 – Marine Satellite Communication System...
  • Page 87 Aptus ® OPERATING THE ACU Introduction Requirements Software Installation PC to ACU 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 88 – 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 89: 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 90 – Marine Satellite Communication System PC to ACU 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 ACU. Select your choice of connection method to access your ACU through either the Serial Port...
  • Page 91 Do not plug a USB to the ACU 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 92: Auto Update

    – 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 93: 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 94 – 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 95 • 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 96: System Property Status Dashboard

    – 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 97 Aptus ® 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. 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 98 – Marine Satellite Communication System - LNB Rotate: displays whether or not the LNB is rotating. If the LNB is rotating, the circle next to the LNB Rotate will show “Gray”. If the LNB is not rotating, the circle next to the LNB Rotate will show “Blue”.
  • Page 99 OPERATING THE ACU Software Information: Displays the antenna and the ACU firmware versions, and the library version. Product Information: Displays the antenna and ACU serial numbers, antenna model and ACU model.

  • Page 100: Work View Tabs

    – 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 101 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 102 – 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 103 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 104 – 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 105 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 106 - LNB Local Frequency: Displays or sets LNB local frequency and its correspond- ing 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 107 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 108 – Marine Satellite Communication System 5. Monitor This view provides a UI which can monitor all data that has been received from the ACU. - 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 109 6. Diagnostic / Modem This view provides Antenna Diagnostic Testing and also provides functions to set up the interface between the ACU and the Intellian VSAT Mediator or the satellite modem. - Diagnostic : select to run a full diagnostic test or single diagnostic test.
  • Page 110 · LNB/ NBD: tests the LNB and NBD (narrow band detector). · Sensor Box Limit: tests the sensor box motor . - Modem: sets the interface between the ACU and the Intellian Dual VSAT Mediator or the satellite modem. NOTE: Before setting this function, make sure connection of a RJ45 cable from the Ethernet connector on the ACU to the modem or connect a 9 pin serial cable from the RS232/422 connector on the ACU to the modem.
  • Page 111 Aptus ® · Modem Lock: is the modem lock output from the modem. It pro vides a logic input through a 5V (HIGH) or 0 V (LOW) current to the ACU to identify when the system is on the correct satellite. “Modem Lock”...
  • Page 112 – 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 113 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 114 – 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 115 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 116 – Marine Satellite Communication System...
  • Page 117 ® 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 SNMP Setting...
  • Page 118 – 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 119 2. Log into the ACU 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 120: Top Menus

    – 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 121: Dash Board & Information

    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 122 – Marine Satellite Communication System Item Description Dash Board Displays current antenna status to be quickly monitored. Current Antenna Displays current antenna position. Position / - Relative Azimuth: displays antenna relative AZ angle. Target Antenna - Absolute Azimuth: displays antenna absolute AZ angle.
  • Page 123 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 124: Ship Setting

    – 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 125: Antenna Setting

    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 126 – 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 127: 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 128: Modem Setting

    Set the modem interface. - Use Mediator: enable the usage of Mediator if the antenna is connected to the Intellian Dual VSAT Mediator. Use Mediator must be set to “NO” if there is no MEDIATOR connected to the ACU. Improper setting of this parameter will cause your ACU’s modem interface to work incorrectly.
  • Page 129 APTUS ® WARNING: Ensure to tick the checkbox before modifying the settings. Select ‘Set Modem Configuration’ to confirm the modem settings configured. 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 ACU.

  • Page 130: Library Setting

    ACU. - 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 ACU: upload the satellite library file to ACU. - Save as Library to PC: save the current library setting to the PC.

  • Page 131: Firmware & Configuration

    APTUS ® Firmware & Configuration Antenna Firmware Upgrade Item Description Antenna Firmware Upgrade antenna and ACU firmware version. Upgrade Select Upgrade Method between Manual Upgrade or Auto Upgrade. With Manual Upgrade option selected, browse and New Antenna select the firmware package file to upload and click Start Firmware Upload button.
  • Page 132 – Marine Satellite Communication System Upgrade procedures: Select the upgrade package file. In Auto Upgrade mode, check new firmware file auto- matically by clicking Check button. Click on “Start Upload” button to transfer the Firmware package file (“*.fwp”) to iARM module.
  • Page 133 APTUS ® 5. In Live Upgrade mode, the upgrade process status is displayed at the top left of the web page screen. Firmware upgrade status in Cold Upgrade mode 6. In Cold Upgrade mode, the upgrade process status is displayed on the full screen.
  • Page 134 – Marine Satellite Communication System 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 this terminal, the default option is HTTP Antenna Log Download.
  • Page 135 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 136 – Marine Satellite Communication System Antenna Backup & Restore Item Description Enter Backup & Restore page. (Setup mode is Antenna Backup & Restore required) Backup antenna information to ACU/PC or Target restore antenna by using the saved information from ACU/PC.

  • Page 137: Network Setting

    APTUS ® Administration Network Setting Item Description Network Setting Enter network setting page. Modify ACU’s Internal IP address and press Submit button. Go to “Save & Reboot” page and press Save & Reboot button to validate the changes. - IP Address : Factory default(Primary:192.168.1.2)/ (Secondary:10.10.1.1).
  • Page 138 Sys Log Configuration - UDP Port : Management port - Message Type : Select message type (Intellian message level) to send to management server (Lower number indicates higher emergency). - Sys log Target Level : If you select this target level, the management...
  • Page 139 APTUS ® 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 140: User Management

    – Marine Satellite Communication System 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.

  • Page 141: Iarm Upgrade

    APTUS ® iARM Upgrade Item Description iARM Upgrade Upgrade the firmware of iARM module. Select Upgrade Method between Manual Upgrade or Auto Upgrade. With Manual Upgrade option selected, browse and select the firmware file to upload and click Start Upgrade iARM Firmware button.
  • Page 142 – Marine Satellite Communication System Firmware upload in 3. This will inform you that the firmware is being uploaded. progress Firmware upgrade in 4. Do not turn off the ACU power if the firmware upgrade page is displayed. progress 5.

  • Page 143: Iarm Save & Reboot

    APTUS ® 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 144: Antenna Event Log

    – Marine Satellite Communication System 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.

  • Page 145: Modem Information

    APTUS ® Modem Information Item Description Displays modem network status. Green color indicates LED Status normal and red color indicates abnormal stats. Yellow color indicates standby and gray indicates no signal. Satellite Status Displays signal strength (dB) received from the antenna. Displays the antenna terminal type and serial number and Modem Information software version information of the modem.

  • Page 146: Technical Specification

    – Marine Satellite Communication System Technical Specification Dimensions Satellite antenna unit 90cm x 103cm (35.5” x 40.5”) Antenna dish diameter 65cm (25.6”) Antenna control unit 43.1cm x 38cm x 4.4cm (17” x 15” x 1.7”) Weight Satellite antenna unit...

  • Page 147: Warranty

    Technical Specification Warranty This product is warranted by Intellian Technologies Inc., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of THREE (3) YEARS on parts and TWO (2) YEARS on labor performed at Intellian Technologies, Inc. service center from the purchased date of the product.

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