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  • Page 1 SAILOR XTR Ku Installation manual...
  • Page 2 1. Connect a PC to the front LAN connector of the Below Deck Unit (BDU). 2. Open an Internet Browser and type the default IP address of the SAILOR XTR Ku: https://192.168.0.1. 3. Bypass the admin password by pressing the left arrow key on the BDU for 5 seconds.
  • Page 3 SAILOR XTR Ku Installation manual Document number: 98-175665-C Release date: 2 March 2022...
  • Page 4 SW Technology/GPL Compliance, Cobham SATCOM (Thrane & Thrane A/S), Lundtoftegaardsvej 93D 2800 Lyngby DENMARK Write "source for product SAILOR XTR Ku" in the memo line of your payment. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. https://www.cobhamsatcom.com/legal/free-and-open-source-software-foss/ 98-175665-C...
  • Page 5 Safety summary The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.
  • Page 6 SAILOR 800 XTR Ku The minimum safety distance to the Above Deck Unit reflector on the focal line is 24 m for SAILOR 800 XTR Ku 8W and 47 m for SAILOR 800 XTR Ku 16W, based on a radiation level of 10 W/m No hazard exists >20°...
  • Page 7 SAILOR 7516A BDU (Below Deck Unit): min. 30 cm (IEC 60945) Service User access to the interior of the BDU is prohibited. Only a technician authorized by Cobham SATCOM may perform service - failure to comply with this rule will void the warranty. Access to the interior of the Above Deck Unit is allowed.
  • Page 8 must be connected to an electrical ground. The BDU must be grounded to the ship. For further grounding information see the respective sections and appendix in this manual. Do not extend the cables beyond the lengths specified for the equipment. The cable between the BDU and Above Deck Unit can be extended if it complies with the specified data concerning cable losses etc.
  • Page 9 VSAT restrictions There are restrictions in use of the frequency band 13.75 to 14 GHz in the Note following countries. Other countries may have restrictions, consult your airtime provider or relevant authorities for information. • Belgium • Hungary • Latvia •...
  • Page 10 About this manual Intended readers This is an installation manual for the SAILOR XTR Ku system (100 cm and 60 cm) intended for installers of the system and service personnel. Personnel installing or servicing the system must be properly trained and authorized by Cobham SATCOM.
  • Page 11 Typography In this manual, typography is used as indicated below: Bold is used for the following purposes: • To emphasize words. Example: “Do not touch the antenna”. • To indicate what the user should select in the user interface. Example: “Select SETTINGS > LAN”. Italic is used to emphasize the paragraph title in cross-references.
  • Page 12 Some materials can be dangerous. CAUTION! Do not use materials that are not equivalent to materials specified by Cobham SATCOM. Materials that are not equivalent can cause damage to the equipment. CAUTION! The system contains items that are electrostatic discharge sensitive.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Chapter 1 Introduction SAILOR XTR Ku system ......................1-1 Part numbers and options ....................1-8 Chapter 2 Installation What’s in the box ........................2-1 Site considerations ........................2-2 Installation of the ADU ..................... 2-21 Installation of the ADU (60 cm) ................... 2-26 Installation of the BDU .......................
  • Page 14 Table of contents Specifications SAILOR 800 XTR Ku ADU ..............A-3 Specifications SAILOR 600 XTR Ku ADU ..............A-4 Specifications SAILOR XTR Ku BDU ................A-5 Patents ..............................A-5 Outline drawings ..........................A-7 VSAT LNB Data Sheet (physical LNB) ...............A-11 VSAT 8W BUC Data Sheet ....................A-13 VSAT 6W BUC Data Sheet (Extended) ..............A-15...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    • Part numbers and options 1.1 SAILOR XTR Ku system The SAILOR XTR Ku is a unique stabilized maritime VSAT antenna system operating in the Ku-band (10.7 to 14.5 GHz). It provides bi-directional IP data connections both on regional satellite beams and quasi-global Ku-band satellite networks. The system only requires a single 50 Ohm cable to provide the Above Deck Unit with both DC power, data and control information.
  • Page 16 BDU. 1.1.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU) The SAILOR XTR Ku ADU is a 103 cm, 83 cm or 65 cm VSAT stabilized tracking antenna, consisting of a suspended antenna with a standard global RF configuration.It is stabilized by heavy duty vibration dampers in 3-axis (plus skew) and can be used in environments with elevations of -20°...
  • Page 17 SAILOR XTR Ku system connect third-party equipment. The SAILOR XTR Ku antenna (100 cm and 80 cm) comes with lifting brackets pre-mounted. The SAILOR 600 XTR Ku comes with a sling pre- mounted. Modules in the ADU (100 cm) Figure 1-2: SAILOR XTR Ku: ADU modules 1/2 1.
  • Page 18 SAILOR XTR Ku system Figure 1-3: SAILOR XTR Ku: ADU modules 2/2 11. Azimuth motor. 12. Azimuth zero reference module. 13. Rotary joint. 14. Feed horn. Modules for the SAILOR 800 XTR Ku antenna are placed as in the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku.
  • Page 19 SAILOR XTR Ku system Modules in the ADU (60 cm) Figure 1-4: SAILOR 600 XTR Ku modules 1/2 1. GNSS module (GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU). 2. XTR Antenna Control Module (ACM). 3. ADU power on/off. 4. Cross elevation motor and encoder.
  • Page 20 SAILOR XTR Ku system Figure 1-5: SAILOR 600 XTR Ku modules 2/2 11. Azimuth driver and encoder 12. Azimuth motor. 13. Rotary joint. 14. Feed horn. 1.1.2 Below Deck Unit (BDU) The BDU contains all user interfaces and manages all communication between the ADU and the connected VSAT modem, a connected PC and an optional FleetBroadband service communication line.
  • Page 21 For a list of satellite type approvals see the SAILOR XTR Ku product page at www.cobhamsatcom.com. 1.1.5 Service activation Before you can start using the SAILOR XTR Ku, you need to activate the system for VSAT service. Contact your service provider for activation. 98-175665-C...

  • Page 22: Part Numbers And Options

    Part numbers and options 1.2 Part numbers and options 1.2.1 Applicable model and part numbers The following model and part numbers are available for the SAILOR XTR Ku system: Part number Model number Description 407509A-00500 7509A SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W ADU...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This chapter has the following sections: • What’s in the box • Site considerations • Installation of the ADU • Installation of the BDU • Installation of the modem • Integration of a 3rd party IP device •...

  • Page 24: Site Considerations

    For optimum system performance, follow the guidelines on where to install or mount the different units of the SAILOR XTR Ku system. You do not have to align the ADU with the bow-to-stern line of the ship. When configuring the SAILOR XTR Ku system, the azimuth calibration provides the correct azimuth of the ADU.
  • Page 25 Modifying the radome or using another radome The SAILOR XTR Ku antenna comes with a type-approved radome fitted from the factory. This radome is specifically designed for a minimal loss of RF performance for this specific antenna.
  • Page 26 Site considerations Figure 2-1: Maximum distance from the ship’s motion centre (h max) Even though it is recommended to mount the ADU high, keep the distance between the ADU and the ship’s motion center as short as possible. Maximum ADU mounting height (h max) Minimum roll period Full performance...
  • Page 27 Site considerations 3. Elevate the ADU by mounting it on a mast or on a mounting pedestal on a deck or deck house top to avoid obstruction. Figure 2-2: Signal degradation because of obstructing objects, look angle -18° to 118° Blocking zones –...
  • Page 28 Site considerations Figure 2-4: Blocking zone with no-transmit zones, elevation angle (example) 2.2.3 ADU mast flange and mast length The system is designed for harsh environmental conditions at sea, both in regards to vibration amplitude and speed. The antenna system performs optimally when mounted on a properly designed foundation.
  • Page 29 Site considerations ADU mast flange (100 cm and 80 cm antenna) For best performance, do as follows: 1. Provide a mast flange with a minimum of four gusset plates. 2. Fit the top of the ADU mast with a flange with clearance holes matching the bushings in the radome and with minimum 4 gusset plates.
  • Page 30 Site considerations 3. Make sure that the flatness on the mast mount plateau is below 3,0 mm. Figure 2-7: ADU mast flange, recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau 4. Allow sufficient space so the nut is free of the welded seam and there is room for tools (min.
  • Page 31 Site considerations DETAIL A (As close as possible) SCALE 3:10 20 2 min. 5 min. 5 Min. four gussets Figure 2-10: ADU mast flange, top and side view (measures in mm) 3. Make sure that the flatness on the mast mount plateau is below 3,0 mm. Figure 2-11: ADU mast flange, recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau 4.
  • Page 32 Site considerations 226.4 THREAD for GROUNDING M10 (depth: 22mm) Figure 2-13: ADU, bottom view (60 cm) Mast length and diameter The mast wall thickness is in the following design examples set to 5 mm and the brace wall thickness to 4 mm. A larger wall thickness yields more stiffness (valid design) whereas a thinner wall thickness yields a more weak structure (not valid design).
  • Page 33 Mast length (100 cm and 80 cm) The below tables show the minimum dimensions for a SAILOR XTR Ku ADU mast with and without stays or wires. Note that the values are only guidelines - always consider the environment and characteristics of the ship before deciding on the mast dimensions.
  • Page 34 Site considerations Outer Thickness Max. free mast Outer Wall Mast with 2 Diameter length (steel), Diameter Thickness braces for brace brace (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Table 2-5: Mast dimensions with 2 braces (100 cm) Max. free Mast Outer Wall mast Weight without Diameter...
  • Page 35 Site considerations Max. free Outer Outer Wall Thickness mast Diameter Mast with 3 braces Diameter Thickness for brace length for brace (mm) (mm) (mm) (steel), (m) (mm) 30-40° Table 2-7: Mast dimensions with 3 braces (80 cm) Max. free Outer Outer Wall Thickness...
  • Page 36 Site considerations Mast length 60 cm Mast without braces The following figure shows the maximum mast length over the outer mast diameter. Figure 2-15: Maximum mast length for a mast without braces (60 cm) Example: The mast outer diameter is 150 mm. Then the mast length must be shorter than 82 cm.
  • Page 37 Site considerations Detail: A 30 - 40 SEE DETAIL A variable diameter - see graph as rigid a foundation as possible evenly distributed, applying more evenly distributed braces increases the stiffness Figure 2-16: Mast with three braces (measures in mm) (60 cm) 98-175665-C Chapter 2: Installation 2-15...
  • Page 38 Site considerations The following figure shows the maximum mast length and the mast/brace connection point over the outer mast diameter. Figure 2-17: Maximum mast length and connection point for a mast with three braces Example: The mast outer diameter is 150 mm. Then the mast length must be shorter than 240 cm and the brace/mast connection point is 56 cm from the top of the mast.
  • Page 39 Site considerations 2.2.4 Interference from radar, GPS/GNSS, L-band and other transmitters Do not place the antenna close to interfering signal sources or receivers. For Note allowed distances to other transmitters see Figure 2-20. It is recommended to test the total system by operating all equipment simultaneously and verifying that there is no interference.
  • Page 40 Even at distances greater than “d min.” in the previous section the radar might still be able to degrade the performance of the SAILOR XTR Ku system. The presence of one or more S or X-band radars within a radius up to 100 m may cause a minor degradation of the Ku band connection.
  • Page 41 Site considerations If L-band antennas are installed on the same vessel, keep a minimum distance of 3 meters from the SAILOR XTR Ku ADU to the L-band antenna. The following figure shows the minimum recommended distance to other transmitters in the frequency range below 1000 MHz.
  • Page 42 Site considerations 2.2.6 Alternative ADU cable The allowed RF loss in the antenna cable is determined by the attenuators of the antenna. The electronic design guarantees that minimum 20 dB RF loss @ 1700 MHz and maximum 35 dB RF loss @4450 MHz in the antenna cable will work, but typically an RF loss of about 25 dB will be within the limits of the cable calibration.

  • Page 43: Installation Of The Adu

    Installation of the ADU 2.3 Installation of the ADU The following sections describe the installation and grounding of the ADU. The ADU is shipped fully assembled. Install it on the mast and attach the ADU cable. WARNING! Use a strong webbed sling with a belt to lift the ADU without damaging the radome.
  • Page 44 Figure 2-23: Free space for access to the service hatch You do not need to align the ADU with the bow-to-stern line of the ship. When configuring the SAILOR XTR Ku you make an automated azimuth calibration to obtain the correct azimuth of the ADU.
  • Page 45 Installation of the ADU Figure 2-24: ADU installation, webbed sling attached to the 4 lifting brackets 5. Attach 2 tag lines of suitable length to 2 lifting brackets and man them. 6. With a crane lift the ADU off the wooden platform and move it on top of the ADU mast. 7.
  • Page 46 Installation of the ADU Figure 2-26: Mounting the ADU on the mast flange 8. Remove the 4 lifting brackets. Keep the lifting brackets on the vessel for future use. 9. Attach the N-connector of the ADU cable to the ADU and fasten it with 2.5 Nm. N connector Figure 2-27: Connecting the ADU cable 10.
  • Page 47 Installation of the ADU Figure 2-28: Opening the service hatch 2.3.2 To ground the ADU Ground the ADU at the mounting bolts. To ground the ADU do as follows: 1. Clean the metal underneath the head of at least one bolt of insulating protective coating and use a serrated washer to obtain a good ground connection.

  • Page 48: Installation Of The Adu (60 Cm)

    WARNING! Use the lifting harness only to lift the antenna. Do not lift other objects or persons with the harness. The lifting harness (Cobham SATCOM part number TT 48-149056) is designed, tested and conforms to the requirements for lifting equipment in DIRECTIVE 2006/42/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC (recast).
  • Page 49 • Always use all 4 bolts when installing the ADU. You do not need to align the ADU with the bow-to-stern line of the ship. When configuring the SAILOR XTR Ku you make an automated azimuth calibration to obtain the correct azimuth of the ADU.
  • Page 50 Installation of the ADU (60 cm) 6. With a crane lift the ADU off the packaging and move it on top of the mast. Maintain vertical orientation of the ADU center line. 7. Install the ADU on the mast flange with 4 M10 bolts and washers. Tightening torque value: 30 Nm.
  • Page 51 Installation of the ADU (60 cm) 2.4.2 To ground the ADU The ADU must be grounded using one of the mounting bolts. To ground the ADU do as follows: 1. Clean the metal underneath the head of at least one bolt of insulating protective coating and use a serrated washer to obtain a good ground connection.

  • Page 52: Installation Of The Bdu

    Installation of the BDU 2.5 Installation of the BDU The following sections describe the installation and grounding of the BDU. 2.5.1 To install the BDU To install the BDU, do as follows: 1. Slide the BDU into a 1U space in a 19” rack. 2.

  • Page 53: Integration Of A 3Rd Party Ip Device

    Integration of a 3rd party IP device 2.7 Integration of a 3rd party IP device This section describes how to integrate a 3rd party device inside the antenna radome of the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku or the SAILOR 800 XTR Ku. The antenna has the following interfaces for the integration: •...
  • Page 54 Integration of a 3rd party IP device 2.7.3 Mechanical interface The antenna pedestal is prepared for mounting devices on the side of the pedestal. The mounting screw holes (M5x8mm) can support a special designed mounting bracket to support mounting of a 3rd party hardware device in the antenna. Figure 2-37: Mounting pattern on the pedestal Fasten the mounting bracket with 4.5 Nm Figure 2-38: Mounting pattern, measures...

  • Page 55: Power And Startup

    • Tracking This may take some time (up to a couple of minutes). 4. The SAILOR XTR Ku is ready to be calibrated (for first time power up) or receive data from the VSAT modem (when in normal operation). The LEDs Power and Fail/Pass are steady green, the LED Logon is off.

  • Page 56: Chapter 3 Interfaces

    Chapter 3 Interfaces 3.1 Connector panel of the BDU Figure 3-1: BDU: connector panel 3.1.1 AC input connector Connect the power cable to the AC power connector. Outline (on the BDU) Voltage range 100–240 VAC Earth Table 3-1: AC power connector 3.1.2 ADU connector There is just one cable from the BDU to the ADU.
  • Page 57 Connector panel of the BDU 3.1.3 Rx/Tx connectors for modem Connect the Rx and Tx channels of the modem to the Rx and Tx connectors of the BDU with the 2 supplied Rx/Tx cables (75 Ohm coax, F-F, 1 m). Outline Pin function (on the BDU)
  • Page 58 Connector panel of the BDU NMEA 0183 The NMEA 0183 connection supports IEC 61162-1 and IEC 61162-2. • IEC 61162-1, baud rate 4800, format 8N1. • IEC 61162-2, baud rate 38400, format 8N1. The baud rate is auto detected by the BDU, the user cannot configure this interface. Supported NMEA strings in order of priority: 1.
  • Page 59 Connector panel of the BDU 3.1.6 RS-232 RJ-45 connector Use the following connector to connect the BDU to the VSAT modem. Outline Signal Pin function RSSI 2 Analog (0 - 14 VDC) DTR/Rx Lock Modem Rx lock Receive data Ground Ground Transmit data DSR/TX Mute Tx mute RSSI 1 Analog (0 - 14 VDC)
  • Page 60 Connector panel of the BDU 3.1.8 LAN connectors The BDU has four Ethernet connectors (type RJ-45), located at the back of the unit, for PC/laptops, routers, wireless access points. LAN port 5 is for service access at the front. Depending on the VSAT modem, one LAN connector may be used for modem control. The maximum cable length per connection is 100 m.

  • Page 61: Chapter 4 Setup Of The Antenna

    All antennas are set up in the same way as the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku antenna. Note 4.1 Introduction to the web interface Use the built-in web interface of the BDU to set up the SAILOR XTR Ku. Use a standard Internet browser. The menus are grouped in three sections: Dashboard, Settings and Service.
  • Page 62 Introduction to the web interface The following figure shows the menu items of the sections Settings and Service. Figure 4-2: Menu items in Settings (left), Service (right) 98-175665-C Chapter 4: Setup of the antenna...
  • Page 63 4. Open an Internet browser and enter the IP address of the BDU. The default IP address is http://192.168.0.1. When the login screen is displayed you have verified that the connection to the SAILOR XTR Ku can be established. Figure 4-4: Login There is an admin and a guest login.
  • Page 64 Introduction to the web interface Parameter Description LNB LO frequency Block-down Local Oscillator, auto-selected by the modem TX RF frequency Modem transmit frequency BUC LO frequency Block-Down Local Oscillator, depending on antenna hardware Tracking RF frequency Antenna tracking frequency MODEM Model VSAT modem model used with the currently active VSAT profile RX locked status...
  • Page 65 Introduction to the web interface Parameter Description Polarization skew LNB skew angle to the current satellite SYSTEM INFO BDU part name BDU model BDU serial number BDU serial number, used for service cases Antenna part name ADU model Antenna serial number ADU serial number, used for service cases Engineering version Active software version Table 4-1: Sections and parameters on the Dashboard (Continued)

  • Page 66: Settings

    Settings 4.2 Settings In this section you can define a VSAT profile, enter navigation input, set the blocking zones and define settings for added third-party equipment mounted in the antenna. You can also set passwords and user permissions. Furthermore you can access the installation wizard. 4.2.1 VSAT profiles In this section you set up the VSAT profile, including modem and satellite data.
  • Page 67 Settings 4.2.2 Modem types The following modem types are supported: • OpenAMIP Modem • SatLink 2910 Modem • Generic Modem OpenAMIP Modem To set up the modem type OpenAMIP, do as follows: Figure 4-8: Setup of OpenAMIP Modem 1. Select the BUC reference. Recommended setting is: TX 10 MHz. Options are: •...
  • Page 68 Settings SatLink 2910 Modem To set up the modem type SatLink 2910, do as follows: Figure 4-9: Setup of SatLink 2910 Modem 1. Select the appropriate BUC reference. Recommended setting is: TX 10 MHz. Options are: • TX 10 MHz, supplied from modem TX connector •...
  • Page 69 Settings Generic Modem To set up the modem type Generic, do as follows: Figure 4-10: Setup of Generic Modem Use the generic modem profile with any type of single beam VSAT modem. 1. Select the BUC reference. Recommended setting is: TX 10 MHz Options are: •...
  • Page 70 Settings Elevation TX cutoff versus VSAT modem bandwidth and power 1. At Elevation TX cutoff enter the minimum elevation angle for the antenna to function in accordance with ETSI (ETSI EN 302 340) and FCC (FCC §25.205) regulations. • FCC (FCC §25.205): 5 degrees •...
  • Page 71 Settings Bandwidth Nominal modem power [dBm] 1024 kHz 5° 5° 5° 12° 12° 12° 12° 14° 18° 2048 kHz 3° 5° 5° 5° 12° 12° 12° 12° 14° 4096 kHz 3° 5° 5° 5° 5° 12° 12° 12° 12° 8192 kHz 3°...
  • Page 72 Settings Bandwidth Nominal modem power Modem Power [dBm] EIRP@14.25 GHz 69.1 71.1 73.1 75.1 77.1 79.1 81.1 83.1 85.1 [dBm] 64kHz-1MHz 6° 7° 8° 9° 11° 13° 16° 19° 22° 2048 kHz 4° 5° 6° 7° 8° 10° 12° 14° 17°...
  • Page 73 Settings 4.2.3 Network settings On this page you enter the host name and set up the network settings for the LAN ports of the BDU and the LAN ports of the ADU. Figure 4-11: Settings, Network page (example) Static IP or DHCP Client The default setting for LAN Port 3 is DHCP client.
  • Page 74 Settings addresses. Alternatively, if your DHCP server can provide a DNS address and you have selected DHCP client above, then select the same LAN as your DNS source. Gateway setup If the BDU needs to communicate with network units outside the specified sub-nets, you must specify a default gateway (typically a router).
  • Page 75 The VLAN table shows which VLANs are set up per physical Ethernet port on the BDU. U means Untagged, T means Tagged. VLAN 1 through 8 are used internally by the SAILOR XTR Ku antenna system. Important Do not use them with external equipment connected to the LAN ports of the BDU/ACM.
  • Page 76 Settings System VLANs The VLANs 1-8 are defined as System VLANs, used by the BDU/ADU switch. They are not available for the user. VLAN 1 + IP-subnet Default VLAN + Native VLAN (untagged frames on a T port) OPENAMIP traffic from Modem + SAILOR Management (ADU CPU - WEB MMI, SSH, IoT) VLAN 2 + IP-subnet Assigned to BDU LAN 2 in Mode: static and DHCP client...
  • Page 77 Settings 4.2.4 Navigation You must set the heading and position before you start the calibration procedure. If you change the heading settings from external to fixed or vice versa you must Note make a new azimuth calibration. 1. Click Settings > Navigation. Figure 4-12: Settings, Navigation (Heading and Position), (example) 2.
  • Page 78 Settings Position mode Description Mode Select one of the following: • GNSS (default) • Manual • External GNSS Select one of the following: • GPS (default) • BEIDOU • GPS + BEIDOU • GLONASS • GPS + GLONASS Latitude, Longitude, Altitude Only if Position Mode is set to Manual: Enter the values Table 4-10: Position modes 5.
  • Page 79 Settings Tracking for satellite elevation between 5 and 75 degrees When the system has found the satellite and is in pointing mode, the performance of a system with heading input and a system without heading input will be very similar. Note that this is only the case for a satellite elevation range from 5 to 75 degrees.
  • Page 80 Settings With heading input or fixed heading, Inclined Orbit Satellite 1. The antenna starts the acquisition, searches for 10 seconds at the expected position. If RX lock is detected the antenna goes to Tracking. 2. If no RX lock is detected, a box search pattern is started and the positions where RF power can be received are stored.
  • Page 81 Settings 4.2.7 Blocking zones You can define blocking zones, i.e. No TX and RX zones by entering azimuth and elevation angles for each blocking zone. The system’s blocking map is built up over some weeks and shows where the actual blocking zones are. This is useful if the antenna looses the signal frequently and you might want to check whether the blocking zones are set up correctly.
  • Page 82 Settings Blocking map for optimization of blocking zones The blocking map is intended as a tool to optimise the blocking zones in order to reduce the antenna’s downtime. It shows the active blocking zones and an automatic evaluation of the antenna reception.
  • Page 83 Settings Figure 4-18: Settings, IoT & management (example) E-mail setup (secure e-mail) To send e-mails from the antenna you must set up some parameters. SMTP port numbers: • Insecure Simple Mail Transfer Protocol: SMTP port number 25. • SMTPS for secure Simple Mail Transfer Protocol: IP port 465. •...
  • Page 84 SNMP is always enabled on all Ethernet interfaces. The SNMP community string is public. The SAILOR XTR Ku offers via SNMP most of the data that are available from the DASHBOARD web pages. Detailed documentation about supported OIDs can be found in the MIB file.
  • Page 85 3. Click Apply. Statistics report This report contains historical information from the SAILOR XTR Ku of up to 1 month. It is sent as a zipped attachment to an e-mail. The file format is a comma separated value file (csv). The report can then be processed in spreadsheet applications, e.g. Microsoft Excel.
  • Page 86 Settings The following parameters are recorded in the statistics report: Parameter recorded Description Host name Host name, entered in the web interface on the page Settings > Network. BDU SN BDU serial number ADU SN ADU serial number SW ver. Software version System type SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W (example)
  • Page 87 Settings Parameter recorded Description Carrier rf.rx (GHz) Rx frequency of carrier for this record. Carrier rf.tx (GHz) Tx frequency of carrier for this record. Pol.rx Current Rx and Tx polarization modes Pol.tx Rx Lock (%) Rx locked and logon time, in percent, for the sampling Logon (%) interval.
  • Page 88 It is not possible to connect to the IoT hub or the data stream from external systems. Once the subscription has been purchased from Cobham SATCOM a list of IoT Keys will be provided. Each IoT key is unique and will be bound to the antenna the first time it connects.
  • Page 89 To set up permissions for guest user You can manage user access (guest) to certain functions of the SAILOR XTR Ku system. You can select R/W, R/O or no access to a number of functions. This is useful if you want to protect the system against unintended changes or tampering of the system.
  • Page 90 Settings Figure 4-22: Permissions for guest users To set up the user permissions, do as follows: 1. From the left navigation pane, select Settings > User administration. 2. Click the pen icon for guest 3. For each item under Allow user to: select •...
  • Page 91 Settings 4.2.11 Installation wizard The installation wizard guides you through the necessary steps to set up the antenna. You start the installation wizard from the section Settings. Figure 4-23: Installation wizard 1. Enter the necessary data on each page and click Next. 2.

  • Page 92: Service

    Only qualified service personnel should make a software Note update. 1. Power up the SAILOR XTR Ku system, i.e. switch on the BDU. Wait until the text INITIALISING has disappeared from the BDU display. 2. Connect a PC to he front LAN connector of the BDU.
  • Page 93 To import and export a system configuration If you need to reuse a configuration in another SAILOR XTR Ku, you can save the current configuration to a file, which can then be loaded into another SAILOR XTR Ku. You can also use this feature for backup purposes.
  • Page 94 3. At Load config from BDU click Load. 4.3.2 Calibration Before the SAILOR XTR Ku can be used you must select a heading input in order to make an azimuth and cable calibration. The azimuth calibration is required in order to determine the offset of the ADU zero direction to the bow-to-stern line of the ship.
  • Page 95 Service Figure 4-25: Service - Calibration Azimuth calibration Azimuth calibration is done toward a satellite of a known position. After finding the satellite, the system can calculate the azimuth offset of the ADU. The satellite and transponder properties for the calibration can be selected from a list of service profiles or supplied manually.
  • Page 96 Service Azimuth calibration (user controlled) To make a user-controlled azimuth calibration, do as follows: 1. On the page Service > Calibration, in the Satellite drop down list select User defined. Check that the satellite transponder is visible from the location of the Note installation and that it is at an elevation angle between 5 and 70 degrees.
  • Page 97 This indicates whether the antenna cable and connectors are in good condition and well crimped. The SAILOR XTR Ku is calibrated now. If the calibration failed there will be a message. If input from the vessel’s gyro compass is not available: Change the heading Important input setting from Fixed to None at Heading –...
  • Page 98 Service 4.3.3 Flow chart for calibration (user controlled) The following flow chart gives an example of the steps in a user controlled azimuth and cable calibration. SAILOR XTR Azimuth and cable calibration (user controlled) SAILOR XTR ready to power on, ADU and BDU connected. Connect ship heading, if present Final heading source?
  • Page 99 You should now see the web interface of the modem. 4.3.5 Line up The SAILOR XTR Ku has been tested at the factory and online on a live satellite link to calibrate the TX polarization unit. You can fine-tune the TX polarization by doing a line up.
  • Page 100 Service Figure 4-28: Service - Line up The ship must not move during the line-up procedure. Note To do the line up, do as follows: 1. Open an Internet browser and enter the IP address of the BDU (default IP address: http://192.168.0.1).
  • Page 101 • Utilization of the full BUC power over frequency • P1dB compression point the same over frequency @ -5dBm When installing the SAILOR XTR Ku you make a cable calibration. At that point every installation finds the same P1dB compression setting regardless of cable length. The P1dB compression point is approximately -5 dBm at the BDU Tx-port.
  • Page 102 BUC TX information The BUC TX information is displayed on the Dashboard in the section TX. BUC TX indicates if the SAILOR XTR Ku has enabled the BUC or not. It can show On or Off. This 98-175665-C Chapter 4: Setup of the antenna...

  • Page 103: Keypad And Menus Of The Bdu

    BDU as TX ON or TX OFF. BUC TX On is shown when the following conditions are met: • The SAILOR XTR Ku must sense the 10 MHz Tx reference signal from the connected VSAT modem.
  • Page 104 Keypad and menus of the BDU Adjusting brightness of the display To adjust the brightness do the following: 1. Press and hold OK for a short moment until BRIGHTNESS XXX% is displayed (XXX is the current brightness value). 2. Hold OK pressed + press for lighter or for darker display.
  • Page 105 Keypad and menus of the BDU ANTENNA Description POINTING ANTENNA STATE: Current state of the antenna, e.g. TRACKING ELEVATION: Current elevation angle of the antenna AZIMUTH: Current azimuth of the antenna, with reference to North POLARISATION RX POLARISATION: HORIZONTAL or VERTICAL, read from connected VSAT modem.
  • Page 106 Keypad and menus of the BDU NETWORK Description PORT 3 IP (LAN 3) Current IP address of the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W web interface (default: 192.168.0.1). MASK 3 (LAN 3) Current netmask of the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W web interface (default: 255.255.255.0).

  • Page 107: Startup Sequence

    Startup sequence 4.5 Startup sequence Once the system is configured and a VSAT profile is active, the startup sequence is as follows: • Antenna POST pending • Antenna SW upload (If the software versions in the ADU and BDU are not the same, a software update is done during startup.) •...

  • Page 108: Chapter 5 Installation Check Lists

    Chapter 5 Installation check lists Use the following sections to verify that the system is ready for customer delivery. 5.1 Installation check list: Antenna Step Task Further information Done Check that the antenna is free of See Obstructions (ADU obstructions. shadowing) on page 2-4.

  • Page 109: Installation Check List: Bdu, Connectors And Wiring

    Installation check list: BDU, connectors and wiring 5.2 Installation check list: BDU, connectors and wiring Verification and further Step Task Done information Check that the BDU is grounded See To ground the BDU on correctly, using the mounting bolts and page 2-30 and washers.

  • Page 110: Installation Check List: Functional Test In Harbor

    Installation check list: Functional test in harbor 5.3 Installation check list: Functional test in harbor Step Task Further information Done Check that the antenna is tracking The logon LED in the BDU display the satellite must be steady green and the display shows: TRACKING.

  • Page 111: Chapter 6 Service

    Chapter 6 Service This chapter has the following sections: • Built-in test and LEDs • Removal and replacement of the BDU • Removal and replacement of ADU modules • Troubleshooting basics • Returning units for repair 6.1 Built-in test and LEDs The ADU and the BDU have a Built-In Test Equipment (BITE) function in order to make fault diagnostics easy during service and installation.

  • Page 112: Removal And Replacement Of The Bdu

    Table 6-2: LEDs on the BDU 6.2 Removal and replacement of the BDU There are no parts in the BDU that you can remove or replace. Contact your Cobham SATCOM service partner for repair or replacement. 6.3 Removal and replacement of ADU modules All replacement of modules must be done by a Cobham SATCOM service partner.

  • Page 113: Troubleshooting Basics

    In case there is no RX lock on the connected VSAT modem you can activate a VSAT profile using the generic modem to verify that the transponder data used during calibration are received correctly. If the SAILOR XTR Ku can go into tracking mode it is most likely not defective.

  • Page 114: Returning Units For Repair

    3. Go to DASHBOARD and monitor the system status. If the field ends up showing Tracking, the SAILOR XTR Ku can track the satellite and is most likely not the reason why the VSAT modem is not in RX lock.

  • Page 115: Appendix A Technical Specifications

    This appendix has the following sections: • Specifications SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku ADU • Specifications SAILOR 800 XTR Ku ADU • Specifications SAILOR 600 XTR Ku ADU • Specifications SAILOR XTR Ku BDU • Patents • Outline drawings • VSAT LNB Data Sheet (physical LNB) •...

  • Page 116: Specifications Sailor 1000 Xtr Ku Adu

    Specifications SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku ADU A.1 Specifications SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku ADU SPECIFICATIONS S1000 XTR Ku (LAMINAT RADOME) Frequency band Ku-Band Reflector size 103 cm / 40.6” Certification Compliant with CE (Maritime), ETSI System power supply range 100 - 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Total system power consumption 8.0W: 155W typ.

  • Page 117: Specifications Sailor 800 Xtr Ku Adu

    Specifications SAILOR 800 XTR Ku ADU A.2 Specifications SAILOR 800 XTR Ku ADU SPECIFICATIONS Reflector size 83 cm / 33” Certification Compliant with CE (Maritime), ETSI, FCC System power supply range 100 - 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Total system power consumption 8W: 155 W typical, 185W max 16W: 240 W typical, 280W max FREQUENCY BAND: Ku-band...

  • Page 118: Specifications Sailor 600 Xtr Ku Adu

    Specifications SAILOR 600 XTR Ku ADU A.3 Specifications SAILOR 600 XTR Ku ADU SPECIFICATIONS Reflector size 65 cm / 25.6” Certification Compliant with CE (Maritime), ETSI, FCC System power supply range 100 - 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Total system power consumption 120 W typical, 140 W max FREQUENCY BAND: Ku-band 10.70 to 12.75 GHz...

  • Page 119: Specifications Sailor Xtr Ku Bdu

    Specifications SAILOR XTR Ku BDU A.4 Specifications SAILOR XTR Ku BDU BELOW DECK UNIT (BDU) Dimensions 1U 19” Rack Mount HxWxD: 4.4 x 48 x 33 cm Weight 3.6 kg / 8 lb Temperature (ambient) Operational: - Storage: - Humidity...
  • Page 120 Patents Patent application number Description 18402EP00 AN ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A MOVABLE AND 2612434 BRAKABLE/DAMPABLE PART AND A METHOD FOR BRAKING A MOVABLE PART 18402JP00 AN ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A MOVABLE AND 2013-538550 BRAKABLE/DAMPABLE PART AND A METHOD FOR BRAKING A MOVABLE PART 18402KR00 AN ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A MOVABLE AND 10-2013-7008607...

  • Page 121: Outline Drawings

    Outline drawings A.6 Outline drawings A.6.1 ADU SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku Figure A-1: Outline drawing: ADU (1 m) 98-175665-C Appendix A: Technical specifications...
  • Page 122 Outline drawings A.6.2 ADU SAILOR 600 XTR Ku Figure A-2: Outline drawing: ADU (60 cm) 98-175665-C Appendix A: Technical specifications...
  • Page 123 Outline drawings A.6.3 ADU SAILOR 800 XTR Ku Figure A-3: Outline drawing: ADU 98-175665-C Appendix A: Technical specifications...
  • Page 124 Outline drawings A.6.4 BDU Figure A-4: Outline drawing: BDU 98-175665-C Appendix A: Technical specifications A-10...

  • Page 125: Vsat Lnb Data Sheet (Physical Lnb

    VSAT LNB Data Sheet (physical LNB) A.7 VSAT LNB Data Sheet (physical LNB) The following table shows the data of the LNBs which are fitted in the ADU. The SAILOR XTR Ku is designed to make any Ku Band frequency in the range of 10.7 GHz to 12.75 GHz available to a VSAT modem by allowing the user to select the LNB LO of his choice –...
  • Page 126 Since the LO frequency of 10.1 GHz is in the range of 9.6 GHz to 11.3 GHz, this is a valid set of data. The SAILOR XTR Ku will tune to 11.7389 GHz and provide the carrier on the L-Band frequency 1638.9 MHz.

  • Page 127: Vsat 8W Buc Data Sheet

    VSAT 8W BUC Data Sheet A.8 VSAT 8W BUC Data Sheet NJT8318UNMR 1. Electrical Specifications 1-1. Output Frequency Range 13.75 to 14.5 GHz 1-2. Input Frequency Range 950 to 1,700 MHz Maximum IF Input Level 1-3. (without damage) +13 dBm max. 1-4.
  • Page 128 VSAT 8W BUC Data Sheet GREEN: L.O. locked RED: L.O. unlocked 1-25. LED Indicator (or no 10 MHz reference signal) Monitor and Control <RS-232C Interface M&C > RS-232C Interface on MS connector [Interface] Monitor: [Functions] Tx Output Power / Temperature / Tx Status / Alarm (Over temperature) / L.O.

  • Page 129: Vsat 6W Buc Data Sheet (Extended

    VSAT 6W BUC Data Sheet (Extended) A.9 VSAT 6W BUC Data Sheet (Extended) Interface Model Spec. Input, IF N (50 Ohm) Output, Ku-band WR75 waveguide (37.8 dBm min) Spectrum Non inverting Stability Stable with any passive load on input and output LO type Locked to 10 MHz external reference over IF interface LO frequency...
  • Page 130 VSAT 6W BUC Data Sheet (Extended) Parameter Condition/remark Unit Min. Typical Max. AM/PM conversion At +37.8 dBm carriers °/dB Spurious/harmonics out RX band 10.70 - 12.75 GHz 13.50 - 13.75 GHz band TX band 13.75 - 14.50 GHz 14.50 - 14.80 GHz band Out of band External ref.
  • Page 131 VSAT 6W BUC Data Sheet (Extended) Parameter Condition/remark Unit Min. Typical Max. Temperature range Operation w. external forced cooling °C Storage °C Vibration. Note: Including Operation, 1 g sine mounting provisions. Survival time per axis at 2.4 g random 5-500 EN61000-4-2, cont.

  • Page 132: Vsat 16W Buc Data Sheet

    VSAT 16W BUC Data Sheet A.10 VSAT 16W BUC Data Sheet NJT8319UNMR 1. Electrical Specifications 1-1. Output Frequency Range 13.75 to 14.5 GHz 1-2. Input Frequency Range 950 to 1,700 MHz Maximum IF Input Level (without damage) 1-3. +13 dBm max. 1-4.
  • Page 133 VSAT 16W BUC Data Sheet GREEN: L.O. locked RED: L.O. unlocked 1-25. LED Indicator (or no 10 MHz reference signal) Monitor and Control RS-232C Interface on MS connector <RS-232C Interface M&C > Monitor: [Interface] Tx Output Power / Temperature / Tx Status [Functions] / Alarm (Over temperature) / L.O.

  • Page 134: Appendix B Dual Antenna Solution

    B.2.1 System overview You can use the SAILOR XTR Ku in dual antenna mode with 2 ADUs, 2 BDUs and the dual- antenna accessories kit. The kit consists of two 75 Ohm RF cables, an RF splitter and an RF combiner.
  • Page 135 2. The built-in rate sensors, accelerometers and GNSS receiver. 3. The calculated change in azimuth and elevation of the satellite position (Clarke belt) as the vessel moves. Parts needed The following parts are needed for the SAILOR XTR Ku Dual antenna solution: 98-175665-C Appendix B: Dual antenna solution...
  • Page 136 Installation of the dual antenna solution • 1 x SAILOR XTR Ku System (Master System) • 1 x SAILOR XTR Ku ADU (Slave Above Deck Unit) • 1 x SAILOR XTR Ku BDU (Slave Below Deck Unit) • 1 x Accessory Kit for Dual Antenna operation consists of 2 x RF Splitter/Combiner and 2 x Coax cables with F-connectors, B.2.2 Installation...

  • Page 137: Configuration Of The Dual Antenna Solution

    Configuration of the dual antenna solution Connect cables Purpose Master BDU Rx Out to RX Combiner RX when Master is active Slave BDU Rx Out to RX Combiner RX when Slave active VSAT modem TX out to TX Splitter Input from VSAT modem RX combiner to VSAT modem RX In Output to VSAT modem Table B-1: Dual mode antenna, cabling (Continued)
  • Page 138 If you use the slave port 1, this is done on the page VSAT profiles of the slave. Configure the Master BDU exactly the same way as a single SAILOR XTR Ku system. When the Master BDU is configured, do as follows: 1.
  • Page 139 Configuration of the dual antenna solution 2. Select Set this antenna as master in dual configuration and click Apply. Figure B-4: Enabling dual-antenna mode in Master BDU 3. Dual antenna mode, select Automatic Dual Mode. 4. If needed, click Switch to the other antenna in the dual antenna system. B.3.3 To configure the Slave BDU The Slave BDU is configured to use the Master BDU as VSAT profile.
  • Page 140 8. Click Activate to activate the VSAT profile Dual Antenna Master. B.3.4 Blocking zone setup for dual antenna setup It is recommended to define the following 3 blocking zones in each SAILOR XTR Ku system: 1. Actual blocking zones on the vessel (No TX) 2.
  • Page 141 B.3.5 Lineup and commissioning for dual antenna setup The SAILOR XTR Ku antenna systems must be lined up and commissioned one by one. The line-up procedure is done for each antenna as it would have been done for a single antenna system.
  • Page 142 Configuration of the dual antenna solution Figure B-7: Dual-antenna mode, line up for both antennas 2. Set the Dual antenna mode to either Master active or Slave active to force the system to use that antenna until it is changed again or the Master system is rebooted. After reboot the dual antenna mode will be set to Automatic dual mode (default).

  • Page 143: Flow Chart For Installation Of The Dual Antenna Solution

    Flow chart for installation of the dual antenna solution B.4 Flow chart for installation of the dual antenna solution Figure B-8: Flow chart for dual antenna installation 98-175665-C Appendix B: Dual antenna solution B-10...

  • Page 144: Appendix C Vsat Modem Settings

    Appendix C VSAT modem settings In this appendix you find detailed information how to optimize performance in blockage situations and how to set up supported VSAT modems. The appendix has the following sections: • Performance optimization for blockage • OpenAMIP setup •...
  • Page 145 Performance optimization for blockage Better blockage communication A major disadvantage of this single signal is that if the VSAT modem has multiple satellites to choose from, then, when selecting a new satellite, the VSAT modem is again relying on the simple time-out. This continues until a satellite with no obstruction in the view from the satellite terminal is selected.
  • Page 146 • 75 Ohm RF cables F-F connectors for Rx and Tx frequencies. Protocol The SAILOR XTR Ku BDU supports all OpenAMIP commands except the X command which is optional. All the supported OpenAMIP commands are shown in the following table.
  • Page 147 OpenAMIP setup OpenAMIP Message # Parameters Description Message originator Modem Where (location) interval Antenna Alive interval Antenna CNR reporting rate Antenna Functional, May transmit, Search count Antenna Valid, latitude, longitude, time Table C-1: Supported OpenAMIP commands (Continued) For more detailed information contact iDirect for latest OpenAMIP standard. Messages from VSAT modem Explanation S -15.000000 0.000000 0.000000...
  • Page 148 OpenAMIP setup C.2.2 Configuration example (OpenAMIP) Examples of modem profile and satellite configuration from the web interface are shown in the figures below. Add a VSAT profile (Settings > VSAT profiles) as shown below Figure C-1: VSAT profile, OpenAMIP (example) 98-175665-C Chapter C: VSAT modem settings...

  • Page 149: Satlink 2910 Vsat Modem Setup

    3. Login to the modem with the user name and password received from the VSAT service provider. Modem configuration requirements Type the following command in a modem console to set up the Satlink 2910 modem to use the SAILOR XTR Ku: Command Description odu antctrl...
  • Page 150 SatLink 2910 VSAT modem setup Command Description dvb tx autostart on This will enable modem tx. Save the new ODU Configuration: This will save the above settings to flash in the save config modem. And restart the modem: restart Table C-4: Configuration of the SatLink 2910 VSAT modem (Continued) Example: odu antctrl show Antenna Controller Configuration...

  • Page 151: Appendix D Command Line Interface

    SSH connection You can access the command line interface via SSH. Access to the SAILOR XTR Ku system is protected by a user name and password. This is the same user name and password that is used in the web interface.

  • Page 152: List Of Commands

    List of commands Access to the SAILOR VSAT system system is protected by a user name and password. This is the same user name and password that is used in the web interface under ADMINISTRATION. The interface is on the standard Telnet port 23 or SSH port 22. Use any LAN port and corresponding IP address of the BDU (except LAN 2 on GX/Ka BDU).
  • Page 153 List of commands • help • navigation • status • system • test • iothub D.2.1 antenna_data Command Description Shows detailed information of this specific command. antenna_data Shows current antenna type. Example output: antenna_data type UCLI:/$ antenna_data type System: 7509D Type: Oem: inmarsat...
  • Page 154 • active • inactive Table D-6: UCLI command: dual_antenna D.2.6 exit Command Description Exits the connection to the SAILOR XTR Ku. exit Table D-7: UCLI command: exit D.2.7 help Command Description Shows detailed information of this specific command.
  • Page 155 Table D-9: UCLI command: navigation D.2.9 status Command Description Shows detailed information of this specific command. status Shows the current status of the SAILOR XTR Ku. status system Shows the current values for all tracking parameters: status track_all • vessel heading • azimuth relative •...
  • Page 156 List of commands D.2.10 system Command Description Shows detailed information of this specific command. system system restart Sends a command to the BDU to restart the system instantaneously. It makes a power-on self test and then points to the last used satellite. Shows the software version, part names and serial numbers of the system info SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W.

  • Page 157: Appendix E Grounding And Rf Protection

    Appendix E Grounding and RF protection E.1 Introduction E.1.1 Reasons for grounding Grounding the SAILOR 1000 XTR Ku 8W system is required for at least two reasons: • Safety: Lightning protection of persons and equipment. • Protection: ESD (Electro Static Discharge) protection of equipment. E.1.2 Safety First of all grounding of the system is required for safety reasons.

  • Page 158: Grounding Recommendations

    Grounding Recommendations E.2 Grounding Recommendations E.2.1 To ground the BDU The BDU should be grounded to the ship/hull. For this purpose you may use a short ADU cable and a grounding kit. Further, the BDU must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected.
  • Page 159 Grounding Recommendations contact to the hull. Use serrated washers when securing the mounting bolts and seal the joint with protective coating to avoid corrosion. Antenna bottom Mounting base M12 bolt Serrated washer (stainless steel) (stainless steel) Figure E-2: Grounding the ADU For optimum grounding use the mounting bolt located closest Note to the ADU cable plate, see To ground the ADU on page 2-25.
  • Page 160 Grounding Recommendations To ground the ADU For optimum grounding use the mounting bolt located closest Note to the ADU cable plate, see To ground the ADU on page 2-25. Terminal grounded at the hull (recommended) In this case the ADU is grounded to the ship via one (or more) of its mounting bolts. Make sure to remove painting, dirt, grease etc.
  • Page 161 The BDU should preferably be grounded with the short ADU cable and a grounding kit (available from Cobham SATCOM). Further, the BDU must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the short ADU cable is disconnected.
  • Page 162 Grounding Recommendations The ground connection must be established at a dedicated RF ground (either capacitive or electrical coupled). Bear in mind that the ADU ground connection is to be Important made at the same electrical ground potential as the BDU (see To ground the ADU). To ground the ADU If the mounting base of the ADU is electrically connected to any other ground potential than the BDU (e.g.
  • Page 163 Grounding Recommendations below. The crimp terminals must be a marine approved type e.g. the DuraSeal series from Raychem. Antenna: M12 Insulated Ring Terminal (Raychem, DuraSeal Series ) Terminal: Appropriate size Insulated Ring Terminal (Raychem, DuraSeal Series ) Figure E-6: Separate ground cable Ground cable - connection Mount the ground cable close to and parallel to the shielded coax cable thus minimizing ground loop problems.
  • Page 164 Grounding Recommendations Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base In cases where the ADU is to be isolated from the mounting base, shoulder bushings and washers (accessories) must be used as illustrated below. Please note that the isolation has to be implemented on all four mounting bolts (including the bolt securing the ground cable).

  • Page 165: Jumper Cable For Grounding

    Jumper cable for grounding E.3 Jumper cable for grounding Figure E-9: Jumper cable for grounding (specifications) 98-175665-C Appendix E: Grounding and RF protection...

  • Page 166: Appendix F Event Messages

    • CM (Continuous Monitoring) – automatically performed while the system is in operation. When the SAILOR XTR Ku detects an event that requires your action, it issues an event message and the red Fail/Pass LED in the LED panel of the BDU is lit. As long as an event is active, it is shown in the BDU display and the web interface (in Service >...

  • Page 167: List Of Events

    List of events F.2 List of events (270122) Module Type Description Explanation 08061-0 ADM WARNING VMU linux shell The specified password (root) for the satellite password modem is not accepted by the modem. (!T,!G,!S) 08062-0 ADM WARNING VMU debug shell The specified password (user) for the satellite password modem is not accepted by the modem.
  • Page 168 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 08077-0 ADM WARNING BUC LO frequency The satellite modem provided an invalid BUC LO invalid frequency. A default BUC LO frequency is assumed based on antenna type. To remove this warning re- configure the modem to provide a valid BUC LO frequency.
  • Page 169 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 08085-0 ADM WARNING Radome temp too The temperature in the radome is too high. high 08086-0 ADM WARNING GPIO Tx mute active Tx has been muted from GPIO on the BDU. (!T) 08087-0 ADM WARNING Temperature Temperature too high.
  • Page 170 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 08522-0 ADM ERROR Xel axis calibration Cross-elevation axis zero reference or end stops not found at expected locations. Check belt, zero reference module, and end stops. Info: See 08521- 08523-0 ADM ERROR Ele axis calibration Elevation axis zero reference or end stops not found at expected locations.
  • Page 171 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 08544-0 ADM WARNING LNB voltage high The voltage for the LNB is too high probably caused by a malfunctioning VIM. 08546-0 ADM WARNING Antenna temperature The temperature of the antenna is too high. Check if the fan is working.
  • Page 172 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 0855A-0 ADM WARNING Xel cal. limits Check limits of the calibration result for the cross- elevation axis are exceeded. Pointing performance may be degraded. Info: See 08559-0. 0855B-0 ADM WARNING Ele cal. limits Check limits of the calibration result for the elevation axis are exceeded.
  • Page 173 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 0856D-0 ADM WARNING VMU reference VMU reference signal not present at BCM, but is distribution present at ACU. Check coax cable between VIM and BCM. (!T,!V) 0856E-0 ADM WARNING Antenna orientation The terminal is oriented in a way that prevents it from pointing to the selected satellite.
  • Page 174 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 08A03-0 ADM ERROR GX Core Module The Power Good signal from the Core Module is power low. The issue can either be: - Internal Core Module or internal cable failure - Temperature of Core Module is too high and it has been turned off (*) - GMU has been manually switched off on the front panel (*) (*) = Only on systems with GMU.
  • Page 175 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 0A103-0 Antenna ERROR ISCM IMU Internal communication error on ISCM. communication 0A104-0 Antenna ERROR ISCM OMT analog No analog communication to OMT. Check cable. 0A105-0 Antenna ERROR ISCM OMT digital No digital communication to OMT. Check cable. 0A106-0 Antenna ERROR ISCM ADC volt Voltage out of range.
  • Page 176 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 0A385-0 Antenna INFO Xel Motor Over Over current protected activated. Check free current fault movement of antenna. 0A386-0 Antenna ERROR Xel Motor No No communication with motor. Check cable. response 0A400-0 Antenna ERROR Ele Motor prod data Internal production data invalid.
  • Page 177 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 0B061-0 APSM WARNING Heading data No valid heading input received. Check NMEA 0183 cable. (!T,!S) 0B062-0 APSM WARNING APSM AUX Temperature too high. (!T,!S) temperature warning 0B063-0 APSM ERROR APSM AUX Temperature too high. AUX shut down. (!T,!S) temperature failure 0B064-0 APSM WARNING APSM EBUS...
  • Page 178 List of events Module Type Description Explanation 0B090-0 APSM INFO APSM AUX Over Voltage too high. (!T,!S) voltage protection 0B092-0 APSM INFO APSM EBUS Over Voltage too high. (!T,!S) voltage protection 0B093-0 APSM INFO APSM LNB Over Voltage too high. (!T,!S) voltage protection 0B094-0 APSM INFO...
  • Page 179 Appendix G DVB-S satellites This appendix contains examples of satellite data for azimuth calibration. Satellite Satellite Symbol VSAT coverage name position polarization frequency rate Americas EchoStar9/ 121°W Vertical 12.016 GHz 20.000 MS/s Galaxy23 Europe & Hispasat 30°W Vertical 12.052 GHz 27.500 MS/s Americas East Asia...
  • Page 180 Satellite Satellite Symbol VSAT coverage name position polarization frequency rate Europe THOR 5 0.8°W BEAM T2 Backup Vertical 12.418 GHz 28.000 MS/s Europe Astra 4A 4.8°E Vertical 12.360 GHz 27.500 MS/s Europe Astra 1N 19.2°E Horizontal 12.032 GHz 27.500 MS/s China Apstar6 134°E...
  • Page 181 Satellite Satellite Symbol VSAT coverage name position polarization frequency rate Australia Optus D2 152°E Vertical 12.546 GHz 22.500 MS/s -45°skew Singapore Thaicom 5 78.5°E Transponder Horizontal 12.272 GHz 30.000 MS/s Vertical 12.313 GHz 30.000 MS/s China, Japan, Apstar 2R 76.5°E Vertical 11.167 GHz 45.000 MS/s...

  • Page 182: Appendix H Approvals

    Appendix H Approvals H.1 CE (RED) 98-175665-C...
  • Page 183 Glossary Glossary Antenna Control Unit ACU Digital Module. A main processor board in the ACU. Antenna Diversity Solution Above Deck Unit AIMO Antenna Interface Module AMIP Antenna-Modem Interface Protocol APSM Antenna Power Supply Module BDCM BDU Control Module Below Deck Unit BEIDOU Chinese satellite navigation system BIMO...
  • Page 184 Glossary Inertial Sensor Module Keyboard and Display Module of the ACU Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode LGPL Lesser General Public License Low Noise Block Local Oscillator. LO frequency used by BUC and LNB. Long-Term Evolution (also called 4G) Management Information Base NMEA National Marine Electronics Association (standard) Object Identifier, in the context of the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP),...
  • Page 185 Index Index connector panel, overview 3-1 access description 1-2 limit 4-29 grounding 2-30 ACMAntenna Control Module 4-14 LED 6-1 acquisition LEDs, display and keypad 3-1 gyro-free 4-20 BDU display search pattern 4-19 description 4-43 search pattern, inclined orbit 4-20 BDU rack version time 4-20 installing 2-30 administrator...
  • Page 186 Index calibration corrosion azimuth 4-34 4-35 smoke deposits 2-19 cable 4-35 country restrictions error codes 4-36 VSAT -viii flow chart 4-38 satellite data 4-36 calibration data 4-34 default reset 4-34 reset to factory settings 4-34 China satellite G-2 default gateway 4-14 cleaning the radome 2-19 degradation 2-18 CLI D-1...
  • Page 187 Index events F-1 ADU F-2 heading input exit dual-antenna mode B-3 command line interface D-4 external 4-17 export configuration 4-33 4-34 fixed 4-17 external heading input 4-17 gyro compass 4-17 NMEA 3-3 none 4-17 4-18 factory default help calibration data 4-34 command line interface D-2 reset 4-34 host name 4-26...
  • Page 188 Index motion centre configuration A-12 ship 2-4 data sheet A-11 MQTT 4-22 LNB LO stability A-11 LO frequencies 4-43 A-13 A-15 A-18 LO stability A-11 NMEA load cable requirements 3-3 configuration 4-33 4-34 connector 3-2 login supported string 3-3 administrator, web interface 6-3 NMEA 0183 logon baud rate 3-3...
  • Page 189 Index position satellite GNSS 4-18 Apstar G-3 manual enter 4-18 Astra2 G-2 POST 6-1 Australia G-2 power China G-2 BUC 4-41 NSS6 G-1 Power On Self Test 6-1 Osaka, Japan G-3 protect access to settings 4-29 SatMex6 G-1 Singapore G-3 Telstar 10 G-3 Thaicom 5 G-3 radar...
  • Page 190 Index software update TT number 1-8 automatic rollback 4-33 TX gain recover 4-33 fixed 4-41 software version TX output power 4-42 verify 4-33 specifications A-1 BUC A-13 A-15 A-18 upload LNB A-11 configuration 4-33 4-34 spreadsheet user CLI D-1 statistics report 4-27 user permissions 4-30 SSH port D-1 setup 4-29...
  • Page 191 98-175665-C www.cobhamsatcom.com...

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