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T28

Release 2.5

Embention

2023-05-12

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Page 1 Release 2.5 Embention 2023-05-12...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Quick Start ON/OFF ..........T28 Placement .
Page 4 8 Contact Data...
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Page 7: Introduction
CHAPTER INTRODUCTION Veronte T28 is a high-performance tracking antenna specifically designed for most demanding applications. The T28 includes directional and omnidirectional antennas in the tracking antenna system. Both antennas are used to obtain the best operational performance. The omnidirectional antenna is used for short-range operations and the directional one for tracking the vehicle when it operates at high distances, so the T28 points to the aircraft in real-time movement, operating at long range and not moving at short range.
Page 8 T28, Release 2.5 Suitable for: UAVs, UASs, RPASs, UGVs, USVs and any other moving systems. The platform is prepared to install different kind of antennas for video and data-link communications. Patch, yagi and parabolic grid antennas can be used within the system for best operational performance. Tripod is also interchangeable and custom tripods can be adapted.
Page 9: Quick Start
CHAPTER QUICK START 2.1 ON/OFF First of all, it is necessary to connect the PCS Harness to the PCS itslef. Then, by pressing the switch of the PCS Harness for 2 sec the system will turn on and the light will shine blue. Fig.
Page 10: T28 Placement
• Guarantee that no obstacles will interrupt the LOS (Line Of Sight) radiolink. • Do not break warranty seals. Please contact Embention’s support team before doing it. • Keep the PCS in a position where the GPS antenna is facing to the free sky for a better satellite view.
Page 11: Technical
CHAPTER THREE TECHNICAL 3.1 Part list The system consist of a multiple components listed below. Quantity Items PAN-TILT Unit PCS connection cable Extendible mast up to 3m Rugged transport box for motion platform Bag for tripod 3.2 Features • Ready for operation with Veronte PCS. •...
Page 12: Mechanical Specifications
T28, Release 2.5 3.3 Mechanical Specifications Pan-tilt unit Weight 17kg max (without antennas and Veronte PCS) Mast Weight 21kg Operating temperature -20 to 60°C Environmental IP54 proteciton PAN-TILT Transport Rugged plastic case, quad track wheels, pressure purge valve, side handles and carry case handle Tripod Transport bag...
Page 13 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 1: Veronte T28 dimensions T28 is supplied together with a telescopic foldable mast that can be extended up to 3.8m. Maximum and the minimum dimensions of the system are defined as follows. 3.5. Dimensions...
Page 14 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 2: System Dimensions Chapter 3. Technical...
Page 15: Antenna Kit
T28, Release 2.5 3.6 Antenna kit This system is available with three antenna kits in order to fit all operational requirements of each application. Other combinations are possible on request. All versions consist in: • Two antennas • One Combiner Divider •...
Page 16: T28 900Mhz Antenna Kit
T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 3: 2.4GHz Antenna Kit dimensions 3.6.2 T28 900MHz Antenna Kit Antenna type Frequency Gain RF Polarization Impedance Horizontal Vertical Weight Power Beam Width Beam Width Yagi Antenna Vertical 30° 30° 1.8kg 928 MHz horizontal Omnidirectional Vertical 360°...
Page 17: T28 400Mhz Antenna Kit
T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 4: 900MHz Antenna Kit dimensions 3.6.3 T28 400MHz Antenna Kit Antenna type Frequency Gain RF Polarization Impedance Horizontal Vertical Weight Power Beam Width Beam Width Yagi Antenna 200W Vertical 45° 35° 470 MHz horizontal Omnidirectional Vertical 360°...
Page 18 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 5: 400MHz Antenna Kit dimensions Chapter 3. Technical...
Page 19: Interfaces
T28, Release 2.5 3.7 Interfaces Fig. 6: Veronte T28 Interfaces - Parts identification 3.7. Interfaces...
Page 20 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 7: Veronte T28 Interfaces - Parts identification Items Antenna connection To Veronte PCS LOS connector Antenna connection T28 harness connection Interface connector Power connector Veronte PCS output connector Warning: Use T28 harness connection. T28 can only be powered through the Power Connector.
Page 21: Hardware Installation
CHAPTER FOUR HARDWARE INSTALLATION 4.1 Basic Connection Diagram Fig. 1: Connection Diagram...
Page 22: Pinout
Veronte BCS for Ethernet communications. Warning: Compatible only with PCS harness. Do not attach other type of harness, please contact Embention before doing it. Warning: CAN A is used for internal propouses and is already equipped with two CAN termination resistors. No extra termination resistor shall be added to the CAN A bus.
Page 23: Pan-Tilt Unit Installation
T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 2: Power connector pinout Function 4.3 PAN-TILT Unit installation To install the PAN-TILT Unit on the Mast next steps shall be followed. 1. Insert PAN-TILT Unit into the Mast and insert the two M10 screws. 4.3. PAN-TILT Unit installation...
Page 24 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 3: Insert PAN-TILT Unit into the Mast 2. Fix two M10 screws with an 8mm Allen wrench. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 25: Pcs Installation
T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 4: Fix the T28 in to the mast 4.4 PCS installation Veronte PCS needs to have the Wall Mount accessory installed. 4.4. PCS installation...
Page 26 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 5: Wall mount accessory In the next picture hanging points are marked where Veronte PCS shall be installed. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 27 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 6: Hanging points Slide the Veronte PCS to the three hanging points. 4.4. PCS installation...
Page 28: Antennas Installation
T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 7: Slide Veronte PCS 4.5 Antennas installation This chapter describes how to install each type of antenna Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 29: Omnidirectional Antenna
T28, Release 2.5 4.5.1 Omnidirectional Antenna 1. Insert the Omnidirectional Antenna through the holes built for that purpose. 2. Fix the Omnidirectional Antenna with the two lobe knobs. 4.5. Antennas installation...
Page 30 T28, Release 2.5 3. The next image illustrates the final configuration. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 31: Parabolic Grid Antenna
T28, Release 2.5 4.5.2 Parabolic Grid Antenna 1. Fit the 4 grids with the protrusions. They must be fitted as next figure indicates: 2. Screw the 4 pieces with twelve screws M5x15 and their corresponding nuts. 4.5. Antennas installation...
Page 32 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 8: Screwing one of four sides 3. Screw the horn to the grids with two screws M5x15 and their corresponding nuts. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 33 T28, Release 2.5 4.5. Antennas installation...
Page 34 T28, Release 2.5 4. Place the parabollic antenna on the T28, so the two upper screws on the T28 are inserted into the antenna. It can be placed with 90 degrees angle in case of desiring to change the polarity direction. This direction is indicated by an arrow on the antenna.
Page 35 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 9: Placing antenna 4.5. Antennas installation...
Page 36 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 10: Fitting antenna Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 37 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 11: Turned 90 degrees 4.5. Antennas installation...
Page 38 T28, Release 2.5 5. Fix the Parabolic Grid Antenna with the four lobe knobs. 6. The next image illustrates the final configuration. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 39: Yagi Antenna
T28, Release 2.5 4.5.3 Yagi Antenna 1. Insert the Yagi Antenna into the gap prepared for that purpose. It can be placed with two different angles depending on the polarity direction. This direction is indicated by an arrow on the antenna. Fig.
Page 40 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 13: Inserting antenna 2. Insert the screws through the holes and fix the antenna with the two lobe knobs. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 41 T28, Release 2.5 3. The next image illustrates the final configuration. 4.5. Antennas installation...
Page 42: Mast Extension Instructions
T28, Release 2.5 4.6 Mast extension instructions To extend the mast, please follow next instructions. 1. Loose the Mast fasteners. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 43 T28, Release 2.5 2. Turn the crank to adjust the height. 4.6. Mast extension instructions...
Page 44 T28, Release 2.5 3. Lock the Mast fasteners. Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 45 T28, Release 2.5 4.6. Mast extension instructions...
Page 46: Guy Cable Installation
4.7 Guy cable installation Veronte T28 is supplied with 4 guy cables and 4 stakes to provide extra stability when mounted. The use of the guy cables is mandatory when T28 rises more than 2.5m although it is always recommended, even more in windy days.
Page 47 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 15: Stakes distances Once the stakes are installed, the guy cables need to be tightened. 3. The next image illustrates how to tight and lose a guy cable. 4.7. Guy cable installation...
Page 48 T28, Release 2.5 Fig. 16: Tight and lose guy cables Chapter 4. Hardware Installation...
Page 49: Software Installation
CHAPTER FIVE SOFTWARE INSTALLATION The T28 is controlled by the Autopilot 1x located in the PCS, so the only device which requires a configuration is the 1x. Once delivered, the Autopilot 1x is already prepared for a standard operation with the default configuration. Nonetheless, the configuration can be changed as desired, to do it, first of all connect a computer to the Autopilot 1x according to the PCS manual ->...
Page 50 T28, Release 2.5 Chapter 5. Software Installation...
Page 51: Maintenance
Fig. 1: On / off switch 2. Check all connectors, in case of abnormality or damage, please contact Embention’s support team. 3. Clean the exterior with a soft cloth or compressed air. 4. It is a good praxis to clean all connectors with an appropriate contact cleaner after working in adverse conditions.
Page 52 T28, Release 2.5 Chapter 6. Maintenance...
Page 53: Acronyms And Definitions
CHAPTER SEVEN ACRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS Analog to Digital Converter Controller Area Network COMmunications Direct Current DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Electrical ground Input/Output Line Of Sight Personal Computer Pole Control Station Pulse Position Modulation Pulse Width Modulated signal Resistance Radio Frequency RS-232 Recommended Standard 232 RS-485...
Page 54 T28, Release 2.5 Chapter 7. Acronyms and Definitions...
Page 55 CHAPTER EIGHT CONTACT DATA You can contact Embention in any moment if you need further help and support. Embention contact data is as follows: Email: support@embention.com Web page: https://www.embention.com/contact/ Telephone: (+34) 965 421 115 Address: Polígono Industrial Las Atalayas, C/ Chelín, Nº 16, CP 03114, Alicante (España).