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This installation note is applicable for SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC CPE. The Capricorn
MEC CPE includes an embedded MEC unit (general processor board) treated as an external
PC.
Part Number
593040
To install the SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC CPE, the installer must:
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Be trained in how to install the SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC CPE
•
Be familiar with the SkyEdge II-c CPE Installation Manual (DC-103322-X)
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Have the CPE configuration parameters available for use
The SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC CPE is meant to be installed in a 19-inch rack. The CPE
should be inserted in the rack and secured using rack-mount ears.
The CPE can be installed with either front or rear panel facing forward. By default, the CPE is
supplied with rack-mount front ears secured to the front panel. The installation kit includes an
additional pair of rack-mount back ears for securing to the CPE rear panel to install the CPE
with the rear panel facing forward. The CPE may contain a built DC Inserter.
VSAT AC and DC power supplies are provided by Gilat. If the power to the VSAT
is not through an AC or DC adaptor (e.g., batteries, solar panels, rectifier ETC), the
power solution must be approved by the Gilat Technical Support.
The CPE power connection can be of two types:
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Using Gilat power cables (CB000912) that includes 7A fuse on the "+" wire.
OR
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Using power cable (2 pieces) provided by a customer (length ~2m, AWG 16/18, fuse
7A). In this case, Gilat supplies connectors for power cables (CN000269 x 4 pieces,
CN000262 x 2 pieces).
Unpacking Guidelines
1. Unpack the Capricorn MEC CPE unit and its accessories.
2. Compare with the supplied BOM and verify that nothing is missing.
3. Verify that nothing is damaged.
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END OF THE GROUNDING CABLE TO THE GROUNDING STUD ON THE REAR OF THE
CPE,
GROUNDING CABLE SHOULD BE USED
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CONNECTING THE
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CPE Installation Note
Description
SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC DC/2PS/24vODU/ Input 40-60V/7A per input
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CPE
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MUST BE GROUNDED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION BY ATTACHING ONE
AND THE OTHER END TO THE SITE MAIN GROUND CONNECTION
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CPE
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MUST BE CONFIGURED PRIOR TO ATTACHING THE
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HE POWER CABLE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE
RF
CABLES
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AUTION
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. 18AWG
RF
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CABLES
CPE
PRIOR TO
DCP0000192(B)
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Summary of Contents for Gilat SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC
- Page 1 • Have the CPE configuration parameters available for use The SkyEdge II-c Capricorn MEC CPE is meant to be installed in a 19-inch rack. The CPE should be inserted in the rack and secured using rack-mount ears. The CPE can be installed with either front or rear panel facing forward. By default, the CPE is supplied with rack-mount front ears secured to the front panel.
- Page 2 General Precautions • Do not block the ventilation openings of the CPE. • Do not place the CPE in a location that would deviate from typical ambient environmental conditions of temperature, humidity, and moisture. • Do not place any object on top of the CPE. Warning EFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT VERIFY THAT THE ANTENNA AND...
- Page 3 Figure 2: Capricorn MEC CPE Cables Connecting LAN Cable Use only CAT-5 type cables (approved by Gilat) to connect to the LAN ports. Use only the LAN LEDs indications to make sure that the LAN ports are operational. Connecting Grounding Cable Connect the grounding cable (GND) from the CPE to the approved site.
- Page 4 The Capricorn CPE is powered with a 48VDC external power source. The power connection must be via fuse 7A as follows: • Use the power cables supplied by Gilat. • The customer will supply the power cable (2 pieces). Connect the (+) to the +48V and connect the (-) to the-(RTN).
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