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Intellian v60Ka Installation And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Marine Satellite Communication Antenna System...
  • Page 3 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. Intellian is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.
  • Page 4 Marine Satellite Communication System General Precautions Before you use the antenna, make sure that you have read and understood all safety requirements. THIS WAY UP • Place the boxes/crates on the floor noting the direction of the arrow. FRAGILE •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Selection of Antenna Installation Site Configure Radiation Hazard/Block Zones RF Hazard Precautions System Cables Power Requirement Tools Required for Installation Antenna Installation Unpacking Wooden Crate of v60Ka Antenna Dimensions Antenna Mounting Templates Mast Design Recommendation Position Radome Mounting Radome RF Cable Connections...
  • Page 6 Marine Satellite Communication System Wi-Fi Connection One-touch Commissioning ACU Connector Guide Operating ACU Introduction Normal Mode Startup Monitoring Current Antenna Status Setup Mode Antenna Settings Manual Search Antenna Diagnostic Test Satellite Settings Load Satellite System Settings Set Location Management...
  • Page 7 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 iARM Upgrade iARM Save &...

  • Page 8: Certifications

    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 9 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 10 Marine Satellite Communication System 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 11 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 12: Introduction

    (-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, the v60Ka offers the maximized performance on a Ka-band...

  • Page 13: Intellian V60Ka Features

    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. Basic system...

  • Page 15: Installing Antenna

    Installing Antenna Installing Antenna System Package The packaged Intellian v60Ka includes the Antenna unit, lifting straps, ACU and an Installation kit box. Antenna unit Installation kit box...

  • Page 16: Antenna Unit

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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 17: Acu (Antenna Control Unit)

    Installing Antenna 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 : • Setting the satellite •...

  • Page 18: Installation Kit

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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")

  • Page 19: Planning The Installation

    Installing 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 20: Configure Radiation Hazard/Block Zones

    Configure Radiation Hazard/Block Zones It is important to set up the radiation hazard or block zones for Intellian VSAT communication systems. The ACU can be programmed with relative azimuth and elevation sectors to create up to five zones where transmit power would endanger personnel who are frequently in that area or blockage exists.

  • Page 21: System Cables

    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 22: 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 23: Antenna Installation

    Installing Antenna Antenna Installation Unpacking 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 24 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 the...
  • Page 25 Installing 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 26 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 27: Antenna Dimensions

    Installing 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 28: 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 ø445mm (17.51”)
  • Page 29 Installing Antenna Antenna mounting hole Ø445mm (17.51") pattern 247.5mm (9.74") Ø160mm (6.29") 4xØ13mm (0.51") Holes...

  • Page 30: Mast Design Recommendation

    Mast Design Recommendation Intellian strongly recommends installing the antenna less than 1200mm (47") above the deck. If the antenna has to be installed more than 1200mm (47") above the deck, be sure to install it in a safe place where there is enough space to set the radome aside in case of repair.

  • Page 31: Position Radome

    Installing Antenna Position 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. 10mm (0.4”) Max. 30mm (1.2”) Min 600mm (24”) Max 1200mm (47”) Support pedestal Appr.

  • Page 32: Mounting 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 33 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 34: Installing Acu

    Marine Satellite Communication System Installing ACU 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” rack mounting configuration.

  • Page 35: Acu Dimensions

    Installing 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 36: Gyrocompass Connection

    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. If the ship’s gyrocompass output is other than NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000, a separate purchase of an NMEA converter is required.

  • Page 37: Connecting System Without Gyrocompass

    Connecting System without 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 38: Pc To Acu Communication Setup

    4. 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. ® 5. Use the following IP address to access Intellian Aptus or Aptus Web page. - Default IP: 192.168.2.1...

  • Page 39: Wi-Fi Connection

    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 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 40 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 41: 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". Click “Start” button and monitor the progress on the web page.

  • Page 42: 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 43 Installing 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 44: Operating Acu

    Marine Satellite Communication System Operating ACU Introduction This section of the handbook describes how to setup your system after installing the ACU. MENU Number Keys ACU front keys Arrow Function BACK Power PC : PC Cable (USB) Keys Switch...

  • Page 45: Normal Mode

    Operating ACU 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 . 1.

  • Page 46: Monitoring Current Antenna Status

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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 47 Operating ACU 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 48 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 49: Setup Mode

    Operating 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 50: Antenna Settings

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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.

  • Page 51: Antenna Diagnostic Test

    Operating 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 52 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 53: Satellite Settings

    Operating 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 + S Y S T E M...

  • Page 54: System Settings

    Marine Satellite Communication System System Settings 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.
  • Page 55 Operating ACU 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. Touch LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys until the desired character is underscored (selected).

  • Page 56: Management

    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. System menu...

  • Page 57: Key Lock

    + K E Y L O C K 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 58: Using Aptus Pc

    Marine Satellite Communication System Using Aptus PC 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 59: 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 60: Pc To Acu Communication Setup

    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...

  • Page 61: Access Acu Through Serial Communication

    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 62: Auto Update

    Marine Satellite Communication System Auto Update 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 63: Toolbar Menus

    Using Aptus PC 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, ®...
  • Page 64 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. Improper setting of these parameters will cause your system to perform improperly.
  • Page 65 • 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 66: 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 67 Using Aptus PC 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 68 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 69: Work View Tabs

    Using Aptus PC 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 70: Antenna - Advanced Info

    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 71 Using Aptus PC · Step 4. Press the “Restart” icon to restart the antenna. - Rate Sensor: is used to calibrate the DC voltage output from the three rate sensors (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 pedestal.
  • Page 72 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 73: Satellite

    Using Aptus PC 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 horizon with reference to the current position.
  • Page 74 - LNB Local Frequency: Displays or sets LNB local frequency and its corresponding 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 75: Graph View

    Using Aptus PC 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 76: Monitor

    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 77: 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 78 · 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 79: Gui

    Using Aptus PC · 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 80: Work View Functions

    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 81 Using Aptus PC 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 82 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 83 Using Aptus PC - 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 button toggles between the fit view and the previous view.

  • Page 84: Using Aptus Web

    Marine Satellite Communication System Using Aptus Web 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 85: Main Page

    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 86: 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 87: Dash Board & Information

    Using Aptus Web 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 88 Marine Satellite Communication System BOW Offset Display current bow offset Displays DVB tracking mode’s current tracking information. - Frequency: displays tracking frequency. - Symbol rate: displays symbol rate. DVB Information - NID: displays network ID. - Verify type: displays verification typ (AGC, DVB, DVB Decode) Displays NBD tracking mode’s current tracking information.

  • Page 89: Antenna Settings

    Using Aptus Web 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, Ground Heading Device Test) and ship’s heading information Set the antenna’s block zones up to 5 by azimuth and...

  • Page 90: Antenna Position & Parameters

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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.
  • Page 91 Using Aptus Web 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 92: Tracking Setting

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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 93: 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 94: Diagnostic

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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.

  • Page 95: 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 96: Firmware & Configuration

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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...
  • Page 97 Using Aptus Web Upgrade procedures: Select the upgrade package file. In Auto Upgrade mode, check new firmware file automatically by clicking Check button. Click on “Start Upload” button to transfer the Firmware package file (“*.fwp”) to iARM module. In Auto Upgrade mode, click "Upgrade" button once new firmware file is detected. After the package file is transferred, it’ll show “upgrade from vx.xx Version to vx.xx Version”.
  • Page 98 Marine Satellite Communication System 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 99: Antenna Log

    Using Aptus Web 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 Download. Antenna Log Any log data within 3 months can be downloaded with HTTP Download...
  • Page 100 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 101: Antenna Backup & Restore

    Using Aptus Web Antenna Backup & Restore Item Description Enter Backup & Restore page. (Setup mode is Antenna Backup & Restore required) Backup antenna information to ACU/PC or restore Target antenna by using the saved information from ACU/ Backup Backup antenna information. Restore Restore antenna information.

  • Page 102: Administration

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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.
  • Page 103 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 104 Marine Satellite Communication System This menu is used when network administrator needs to authorize user connections via Web, SSH, PC Port, Telnet, Console using RADIUS server. Radius - Client : Select to enable RADIUS authentication. Configuration - Server IP : RADIUS server IP Address - Timeout : Timeout value in seconds for the authentication process.

  • Page 105: User Management

    Using Aptus Web User Management Item Description User Change login ID and Password to access the Aptus Web. This setting Management 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 106: Iarm Upgrade

    Marine Satellite Communication System 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 107 Using Aptus Web 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. This will take around 2 minutes to complete the firmware upgrade. Once the upgrade is completed, the system will reboot automatically.

  • Page 108: Iarm Save & Reboot

    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. Click Saving Reboot Only button.

  • Page 109: Antenna Event Log

    Using Aptus Web 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 110: Modem Information

    Marine Satellite Communication System Modem Information Item Description Displays modem network status. Green color indicates normal LED Status 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.

  • Page 111: Technical Specification

    Technical Specification 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 60kg (132lbs) Antenna control unit 4kg (8.8lbs) Antenna system (V4-6F-STC)

  • Page 112: Warranty

    It is required to present a copy of the purchase receipt issued by Intellian Technologies, Inc. that indicates the date of purchase for after-sales service under the warranty period. In case of failure to present the purchase receipt, the warranty period will begin 30 days after the manufacturing production date of the product purchased.

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