Page 1 MK3-Z10 SUPERTRACK Ku-Band TX/RX Antenna INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Serial: __________________________ Revision: 1.0 Hwaam-dong 59-5, Yusung-gu, Daejeon 305-348, South Korea Tel: +82-42-932-0351~2 Fax: +82-42-932-0353 Website: www.kns-kr.com...
Page 2 This KNS’s operating manual has been developed as a guide to get the most delight and benefits from your VSAT Rx/Tx satellite antenna system. This operation manual includes information about KNS Supertrack Z-series (MK3-Z10) equipment, installation, operating procedures, performance, and suggestions for its servicing and care.
Page 3 167, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-901D and IEC 60945 Marine equipment Vibration requirement. Simplicity- the root of engineering is functionality and reliability. It’s the basis of every KNS design. So the new MK3 antenna not only delivers reliable performance but also innovative ideas that make maintenance and repairs extremely simpler.
Page 4 KNS MK3 Z-series Specification MK3 Z10 Ku/Ka model Model Z10MK3 Ku Z10MK3 Ka Dish Diameter 100cm (39”) 100cm (39”) Antenna Weight 114kg 114kg Radome Size 151cm(H) x 139cm(D) 151cm(H) x 139cm(D) Radome Material Honeycomb FRP Honeycomb FRP 13.75 ~ 14.5 GHz...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Page SECTION 1. GENERAL 1. Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. Safety …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2.1 Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard ………………………………………………………………………… 2.2 Recommendation ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.3 Safety Precaution ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3. Basic System Overview …………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.1 broadcasting ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3.2 Why Satellite Communication ……………………………………………………………………………….. 3.3 How Satellite Works …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.4 Satellite Antenna …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Page 6 4.4 Tracking Reference ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.4.1 RSSD Level ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.4.2 DVB AGC Level ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.4.3 DVB C/N Ratio …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4.4.4 RSSD & C/N Ratio ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.5 Satellite Finding Method ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.5.1 Manual Pointing …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4.5.2 Manual Searching ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.5.3 Auto Searching …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.5.4 Reference Searching ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Page 7 6.1.1 Connecting Ship Gyro …………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.1.2 Monitor & Control (M&C) Connector ……………………………………………………………………… 6.1.3 RJ-45 Console Port ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6.1.4 Ethernet Port ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.2 ACU Cable Connection ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6.2.1 BDE Cable Installation Steps …………………………………………………………………………………………… SECTION 3. OPERATION 1. ACU Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1.1 ACU Main Display ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1.1.1 Antenna Status LED ……………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Page 8 2.8 Yaw Axis Initialize (Key’8) …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.9 Static Function ON/OFF (Key’9’) ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2.10 Searching ON/OFF (Key ‘+/-‘) …………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.11 Tracking ON/OFF (Key ‘.’) …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2.12 STR ID (Key ‘▲’) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.13 Check the Antenna Status and ABS protocol (Key’ ▼’) ………………………………………………………… 3.
Page 9 4. MK3 Z10 Frame Assembly Drawing ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5. MK3 Z10 Cable Assembly Drawing ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 6. MK3 Z10 Radome and Mounting Holes Drawing ………………………………………………………………………… 7. KNS 8W BUC Mechanical Drawing ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 8. MK3 Z10 BUC Assembly Drawing ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Section 5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1.
Page 10 Appendix B- Co-Pole Kit ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Appendix C- ACU Compass Connector Pin Layout ………………………………………………………………………….. Appendix D- Error Code ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Appendix E- Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Appendix F- Balancing …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Page 11 MK3 Z10 model that understand basics and control the system more effectively. KNS also offers the factory training program that performed by KNS’s experts and will give you the more detailed system knowledge about the installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, service and its care.
Page 12: Safety
2. Safety 2.1 Radio Frequency Radiation (RFR) Hazard According to NASA and FCC, Excessive level of RFR (Radio Frequency Radiation) exposure may cause harmful result in adverse (immediate) effects on people such as involuntary muscle contractions (electro-stimulation), electrical shocks/burns (from touching metal objects in RFR fields), and excessive heating of tissue (thermal damage).
Page 13: Safety Precaution
transmitting. At full output power, this region is dangerous in cases of exposure of more than about 14.6 seconds. At full output power, the near-field output of the auto acquire terminals exceeds the allowable continuous uncontrolled levels for exposure in an area.
Page 14: How Satellite Works
Since Earth is a sphere and we live on the earth’s surface, one problem exist in the RF system that the receiving party far from the transmitter are unable to receive the signal by curvature of the Earth. To overcome this problem, satellite system is used for intercontinental communication.
Page 15: Satellite Footprint
VSATs access satellite in geosynchronous orbit to relay data from small remote earth station to other terminals or master earth station hubs. 3.5 Satellite Footprint Satellite footprints are predominantly in the shape of a circle or oval. With respect, it might appear that certain parts receive no signal at all (out of footprint).
Page 16: System Theory & Algorithm
Will be used for high bandwidth interactive series (high speed Ka Band internet) More sensitive to poor weather (snow & rain) 4. System Theory & Algorithm The greatest difference of the KNS antenna system from other stabilized antennas is its superbly...
Page 17: Searching Method
4.1 Searching Method The KNS satellite antenna system uses a step tracking algorithm as a tuning method for searching the satellite. This algorithm works with the moving stabilized antenna and measuring the signal variation that whether the signal level decreases or increases. The antenna is continually moved by fractions of a degree in 3 axis, monitoring for the strongest signal level.
Page 18: Searching Reference
The KNS’s tracking system is the best choice due to the simplicity to implement without loss of performance. KNS signal analysis technology allows to calculate the target satellite position relate to the antenna beam.
Page 19: External Lock Bit
references. After inputting the correct carrier parameters, the antenna will points toward the target satellite then the DVB demodulator locks on the target carrier and sets the lock bit on it. Another advantage of using this searching method is the identical DVB carrier does not present in an adjacent satellite (low probability) when after the antenna sets lock bit on the target carrier.
Page 20: External Agc Threshold
the searching after 30 sec. Similar to the built-in DVB tuner, some external demodulators are capable on the generating a lock signal when the carrier is locked. This information can be used for searching in the same manner as the DVB carrier lock. However, it is necessary that the external device’s response time on detecting and setting the lock signal must be faster than the speed of the MK3 Z10 searching process.
Page 21: Tracking Reference
threshold methods. The system measures the 300 KHz of the power spectrum at its tuned center frequency from the noise level and represents its signal strength (higher is strong). When the RSSD level is above the preset threshold level, the antenna recognize itself that it point toward the target satellite.
Page 22: Manual Pointing
4.5.1. Manual Pointing In this finding method, the users are allowed to input the desired EL and AZ value manually to controls the antenna pointing direction. In using this, the ACU will not perform any searching pattern but tracking is always on. This is a handy option, and used primarily during the initial installation and troubleshooting process.
Page 23: Searching Standard
4.6 Searching Standard MK3 Z10 DVB-S2 has four searching standard methods: manual pointing, auto, DVB S1, DVB S2, DSS. The user can select the proper method according to desired carrier. 4.6.1 Auto In this searching method, PCU analyze the signal from the desired carrier by using DVB tuner to track the carrier and it takes certain time to search the carrier.
Page 24: Dvb S1
Select this method, if your desired carrier is using the DSS encryption. 5. Equipment Overview In a typical installation, KNS MK3-Z10’s above deck equipment (ADE) and below deck equipment (BDE) should be located in the following area. Above deck Unit: a radome is located with the supporting post on the ship’s deck, and contains the majority of hardware, including the stabilized platform.
Page 25: Components List
15cm shrinkable tube for PG21 cable grand C/FF/1M 1m F-type cable for Modem interface P/MB/SET Mounting bolt set – 4EA (8EA in 1.5m antennas) P/USB KNS USB (Contents: manual, software, mini USB driver) C/GND GND cable (for ACU) P/MB/LOC Loctite (for mounting bolt) P/DB15...
Page 26: Section 2. Installation
SECTION 2. INSTALLATION The KNS Supertrack MK3-Z10 will generally be delivered fully assembled, please do a double check that there are no missing parts and that no damage has occurred in transit. To successfully complete the installation. Be cautious during you perform the installation and follow the each steps in numerical order.
Page 27: Unpacking
Tools: protective gloves, plier, allen key set, driver set, and open wrench set (in metric) NOTE: Check the packing list against the contents of the shipping crate. Contact the shipping company or KNS immediately if anything is missing. If the antenna is unpacked, take appreciates measures to ensure that all contents are kept secure from loss or theft prior to installation by a Field engineer.
Page 28 Do not turn the box upside down and roll, it may cause the damage the antenna. 1. Place the shipment crate on a rigid, leveled surface. 2. Inspect crate and note any damage. 3. Allow 12 feet of space in front of the crate 4.
Page 29: Deck Installation
Do not supply the power before removing the securing materials such as fixed jig, bolts, and straps. It may cause the damage to the system. When the antenna needs to be relocated, the securing material must be re-installed to prevent damage from free moving while in transit. 3.
Page 30 Ensure the supporting post is correctly aligned with the heading of vessel the typical Set up the supporting post on the deck align with the vessel’s heading. Refer to supporting post drawing below. The thickness and size of the supporting plate may vary according to the height of the supporting post.
Page 31: Hoisting The Radome And Installation
We recommends you to make a smaller hole first to prevent any damage to the mounting surface that use a 8-10mm bit before drilling the correct size, then use 14mm drill bit to make a mounting holes for the M12 mounting bolt provided. 3.
Page 32 Dimensions of MK3 Z10 Ku/Ka Refer to the dimensions for its size and Size 151cm (59.5 in) tall x 139cm weight of antenna assembly and make sure (54.7 in) Diameter to determine the correct lifting equipment Weight 114kg (251 lb) to be used.
Page 33 Ensure the dome is pointing correct direction - align the BOW label at the bottom side with the ship’s bow. If it is unable to align the “BOW” label with ship’s bow, the heading offset must be readjusted on ACU after ADU installation finished. 8.
Page 34: Adu (Above Deck Unit) Cable Connection
5. ADU Cable Connection Before starting the electric connection task, find the suitable location for laying the cables from BDU to ADU. The antenna cable must be connected to the ACU (Antenna Control Unit) and the antenna unit. Bring the RF (TX/RX) cables from BDU (below Dec Unit) up through the cable access hole on the deck and connect it to the antenna’.
Page 35: Installing Bde (Below Deck Unit)
10W BUC. 6. Installing BDE (Below Deck Equipment) The ACU will arrive with the KNS control software pre-installed and will automatically run on the power up and also operation is largely automatic but it is desirable that it be monitored periodically.
Page 36: Installing The Acu
6.1 Installing the ACU The KA-180 ACU is connected with various systems such as a modem, ship’s gyro, PC, etc. there are several functional connections that may be made on the various connectors. You may not need to make all of these connections, but they are listed here to enable you to decide which ones you do need to make during installation.
Page 37: Connecting Ship Gyro
<Rear view of KA-180 ACU> This section describes the types/functions of connector. Most ACU connectors are located on the rear of the ACU. 6.1.1 Connecting Ship Gyro Connect the ship gyro through one of three types of ship gyro input ports on the ACU panel: DB-15 gyro connector, I/O and gyro strip connector, NMEA strip connector.
Page 38: Monitor & Control (M&C) Connector
(refer to the KNS ACU manual operation section). Also, W1 and W2 supply the selection signal to the coax switches in the VSAT dual-antenna configuration. The system enables TX mute function by sending DC 5V or 0V via W1 &W2 of strip connector pins (W2 is grounded) to the modem as shown below.
Page 39: Console Port
6.1.3 RJ-45 Console Port The RJ-45 console port provides the following: Transmits GPS information and transmits Mute, receives TX lock and external AGC values (0~5 VDC). The figure shows the pins layout of RJ-45 console port. The signal directions are referenced either into (RX) o rout from (TX) the port.
Page 40 Ensure to keep these cables are grounded (outer shield of the coax cable) isolated from any other groundings due to the sensitivity of the CMOS components of the PCU. Depend on the BUC capacity, the ACU cable installations are divided into two configurations as shown below.
Page 41 Refer to the cable connection diagram and follow the installation steps in numerical order. 1. Power supply ① Connect the AC power cord to the “POWER” port on the ACU panel. 2. Connecting ACU and ADU ① Connect the “RX”-RF cable threaded from the ADU to the “RX IN” port on the ACU panel.
Page 42 on the modem panel. ② Connect the RF cable from “TX IN” port on the ACU panel to the “TX OUT” port on the modem. After finishing the installation task, inspect the working area you performed according to the Appendix A - Installation check list. - This space intentionally left blank -...
Page 43: Section 3. Operation
Section 3- OPERATION To control the MK3-Z10 satellite antenna system, the user may use two ACU operation mode. These are: configuration mode and installer mode. Configuration mode: the user configures the parameters required for standard operation. Installer mode: the user configures the parameters required for installation of the antenna and/or repair work, 1.
Page 44: Antenna Status Led
AZI – azimuth angle of the antenna’s pointing position.  ELE – Elevation angle of the antenna’s pointing position.  REL – Relative angle of the ship’s bow and the antenna’s pointing position.  POL – polarity (skew angle)  AGC –...
Page 45: Keypad Functions
stage: the power supply provides 48VDC to the ACU’s main board when turn on the ACU power. stage: the ACU main board supplies 48VDC to the antenna via RX cable. stage: the ACU checks the DC line during the initializing. stage: sensing module...
Page 46 METHOD CONFIG: POLARITY ▲ CONFIG: STR ID Status of DVB lock, external lock and ▼ CONFIG: S&T REF DETAILS signal level, status of Auto Beam Switch Protocol Press ‘←’ for CONFIG: DVB TUNER Go to INSTALLATION MODE 3 sec CONFIG: TEMP S&T REF Press ‘C‘...
Page 47: Ship Location (Key '1')
2.1 Ship Location (Key “1”) Press key ‘1’ to access ‘SHIP LOCATION’. The KA-180 ACU displays the longitude (LON) and latitude (LAT) data of the antenna when the GPS is operating normally. Also, if the both internal GPS and external GPS are not available to use, the operator can manually input the GPS data by using the keypad.
Page 48 Press ‘1’ CONFIG: SHIP LOCATION ENTER TO CONFIG Press External GSP Status ‘ENT’ VLD(Valid) /NON(Non GPS) Press CONFIG: SHIP LOCATION LAT:N 036.3 GPS: EXT:NON INT:VLD ‘F/ESC’ Press Internal GSP Status ‘ENT’ VLD(Valid) CONFIG: SHIP LOCATION /NON(Non GPS) GPS:VLD LON:E 127.3 /NVD(Not Valid) Figures 1-1.
Page 49: Ship's Heading Info (Key'2')
2.2 Ship’s Heading Info (key “2”) Press key ‘2’ to access ‘SHIP HEADING’. The correct ship heading information must be entered when the ACU is initialized (power reset) for most type of Gyro compasses. This heading input procedure is not required for NMEA or Synchro 1:1 Gyro types. Follow this heading input steps (refer to figure-2), when the heading angle displayed on the ACU is different from the ship’s heading angle.
Page 50: Auto Searching
Press ‘3’ CONFIG: SAT. FINDING METHOD ENTER TO CONFIG Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: SAT. FINDING METHOD AUTO SEARCHING Select Finding Method using ‘▲’ or ’▼’ Then Press ‘ENT’ Figure – 3. Selecting satellite finding method steps 2.3.1 Auto Searching If you select the auto searching, the antenna will automatically search the satellite. Figure -1 Selecting auto searching mode 2.3.2 Manual Searching To use the manual searching, it is required to input the desired position (elevation and...
Page 51: Manual Pointing
NOTE: The antenna will start searching from the desired position after the elevation and azimuth values are entered. Press ‘ENT’ after inputting the elevation and azimuth values, otherwise the antenna will remains at the current pointing position (holding). Description Description Display Description DVB Tuner lock status...
Page 52: Polarity (Key'4')
To use the reference searching, you will have to select the reference satellite (select the reference satellite and obtain the satellite information when using the reference searching). Please refer to Section 1 – 4.5.4 for the reference searching for more detailed description 2.4 Polarity (Key “4”) The user can adjust the skew angle by using one of 3 methods: ‘AUTO’, ‘MANUAL’, and ‘JOG’.
Page 53: Jog Mode
Press ‘4’ CONFIG: POLARITY ENTER TO CONFIG Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: POLARITY(0015DEG) AGC:0000 MODE>[MANUAL] Select Polarity Mode by ‘▲’ or ’▼’ Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: POLARITY(0015DEG) AGC:0000 MODE;MANUAL >NEW ANGLE:0000DEG Input New Polarity ANGLE Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: POLARITY(0015DEG) AGC:0000 MODE;MANUAL >NEW ANGLE:0038DEG Figure –8.
Page 54 The user can input and select the parameters such as the longitude of the satellite, RX polarity, searching reference and tracking reference etc. in ‘5’ key. Press ‘5’ CONFIG: S&T REF DETAILS(61:SAT0) ENTER TO CONFIG Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: S&T REF DETAILS(61:SAT0) DOWNLOADING IFORMATION...
Page 55: Dnb Tuner (Key '6')
a non-standard way of linear polarity. If a satellite uses standard polarity (most US and EU satellites), it is not necessary for the operator to input the skew offset. However, in case of using non-standard polarity satellites, the operator must input the skew offset in the configuration given under ‘S&T Reference Details’.
Page 56 Press ‘6’ Key CONFIG: DVB TUNER(61:SAT0) ENTER TO CONFIG Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: DVB TUNER(61:SAT0) DOWNLOADING INFORMATION... CONFIG: DVB TUNER(61:SAT0) Input LNB Low LNB LOW LO FREQ:18250MHz Local Frequency Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: DVB TUNER(61:SAT0) LNB HIGH LO FREQ:18250MHz Input LNB High Local Frequency Press ‘ENT’...
Page 57 one. The operator can see simultaneous readings of all the S&T references, and select any one of the pre-configured S & T references as an active reference (so that it can be used in the searching and tracking process), and then enters its AGC threshold level. The searching reference, tracking reference and searching threshold are temporally updated to the PCU.
Page 58: Yaw Axis Initialize (Key'8)
Table-2. Description of display 2.8 Yaw Axis Initialize (Key “8”) This function is required when the heading angle is manually inputted or user wants to upload the changed heading angle immediately. Figure -14 Yaw Axis Initialize Configuration 2.9 Static Function ON/OFF (Key “9”) With ‘Static Function: [ON]’, the antenna changes the control algorithm from the dynamic to the static and this function requires the very stable condition such as the ground installation.
Page 59: Searching On/Off (Key '+/-')
Press ‘9’ CONFIG: STATIC FUNCTION ON/OFF ENTER TO START Press ‘ENT’ Select the STATIC FUNCTION:[OFF] SELECT ON/OFF USING ARROW KEY Searching ON/OFF Press ‘ENT’ STATIC FUNCTION:[ON] SELECT ON/OFF USING ARROW KEY SEARCHING:[ON/OFF] UPLOADING... Figure -15. Static Function ON/OFF Steps 2.10 Searching ON/OFF (“+/-“) Searching OFF is a special function to prevent the antenna from going into the searching process when a searching problem occurs, such as a tracking failure.
Page 60: Tracking On/Off (Key '.')
2.11 Tracking ON/OFF (Key “.”) Under certain test environments, the operator can cut off the tracking process. When the tracking is cut off, the antenna ceases its conical scanning and points towards the current position. During the CPI testing, this function should be used with ‘Static Function ON/OFF’. Press ‘•’...
Page 61 Press ‘▲’ CONFIG: STR ID ENTER TO CONFIG Press ‘ENT’ Display Current Satellite Number CONFIG: STR ID NEW ID: 61:KOR3 CR ID: 61:KOR3 Input Desired Satellite Number(ex:64) Press ‘ENT’ CONFIG: STR ID UPLOADING INFORMATION... CONFIG: STR ID NEW ID: 64:JCS3 CR ID: 64:JCS3 Figure -18.
Page 62: Check The Antenna Status And Abs Protocol (Key' ▼')
2.13 Check the Antenna Status and ABS Protocol (Key “▼”) In this function, the operator are allowed to check the status of the signal, the NID of the signal and the modem RX lock status, etc. as follows Figure 1-22. DVB Carrier DVB AGC DVB C/N RSSD...
Page 63 3. Installer Mode To enter the “installation Mode”, press “” key for 2~3 seconds. The ‘Installation Mode’ has 16 sub menus. Use this mode when installing the antenna, replacing any board or hardware, or when changing the gyro type, etc. To complete the installation, follow the instructions in consecutive order.
Page 64: Ship Heading Offset
All modification must be saved before leave the setting menu. Otherwise, all modification will be lost (the previous parameters will be restored.) 3.1 Ship Heading Offset The antenna’s heading must be aligned with the ship’s heading to ensure the searching and tracking accuracy.
Page 65: Confirming The Current Heading Offset
3.2 Confirming the Current Heading Offset Confirm the heading offset in the installer mode before moving to the next setting option. Follow the steps shown below. NOTE: Remember the current heading offset before moving to the next step. Press ‘←’ to enter the ‘Installation Mode’ Select the ‘SHIP HDNG OFF-SET’...
Page 66 Then input the new angle that the heading discrepancy should be added to the current heading offset. Follow the steps shown below. Press ‘←’ to enter the ‘Installation Mode’ Select the ‘SHIP HDNG OFF-SET’ using ‘▲’ or ‘▼’ INSTL:SHIP HDNG OFF-SET ENTER TO START Press ‘ENT’...
Page 67: Searching Parameter Setting
To move the antenna to the counter-clockwise, input the greater value than the current heading offset. Ship’s BOW ‘-' ‘+’ Adjusting heading offset must be saved before leave the setting menu. Otherwise, all modification will be lost (the preset heading will be restored.) 3.4 Searching Parameter Setting The searching parameter is a range which the antenna searches for the satellite from the position derived from PCU.
Page 68: Polarity Calibration
INSTL:SEARCHING PARAMETER SETTING ENTER TO START Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:SEARCHING PARAMETER SETTING DOWNLOADING INFORMATION... Current Searching Prameter ELE RANGE:10.0DEG STEP:01.0DEG AZI RANGE:30.0DEG SCH DELAY:00.0SEC Press ‘ENT’ ELE RANGE:20.0DEG Change Elevation Range by Digit Key Press ‘ENT’ AZI RANGE:30.0DEG Change Azimuth Range by Digit Key Press ‘ENT’...
Page 69 When skew module points the wrong skew zero angle position although the stepping motor is normally working, the operator should re-initialize the skew angle calibration or manually set the skew zero angle position in this function. When it normally operates, the skew rotates to clockwise until it reaches the limit switch then it starts rotate in backward direction (counter-clockwise) till it gets zero position that the top side of the skew plate...
Page 70: Block Area Setting
or -90 degrees even though the displayed skew angle is 90 degrees or -90 degrees, in this occasion, the operator should perform the ‘Scale Factor Calibration’ function after change the skew position by using the manual mode or jog mode. Then the current skew angle will be changed to 90 degrees or -90 degrees.
Page 71 Azimuth Block Zone Setting Elevation Block Zone Setting Follow the block area setting steps below.
Page 72: Acu Gyro Compass Type
NOTE: The ACU can hold up to 3 elevation block zones and 3 azimuth block zones. 3.7 ACU Gyro Compass Type There are multiple types of Gyro compasses, each of which requires a unique selection. The KNS antenna supports the following Gyro type. NMEA 0183...
Page 73 STEP 360:1 STEP 180:1 STEP 90:1 NOTE: SYNC and STEP gyros require a direction setting which provides two choices: Normal and Reverse. NOTE: The SYNC gyro also requires a frequency setting which provides two choices: 50/60Hz and 400/500Hz. When the Direction setting = NORMAL, a change in voltage is proportional to a change of heading within a defined ratio (e.g.
Page 74: Pcu Compass Mode
Press ‘F/ESC’ INSTL:ACU GYRO COMPASS TYPE ENTER TO START Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:ACU GYRO COMPASS TYPE SELECT TYPE: NMEA 0183 Select Gyro Type by ‘▲’ or ‘▼’ INSTL:ACU GYRO COMPASS TYPE SELECT TYPE: SYNC 90:1 Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:ACU GYRO COMPASS TYPE DIRECTION SETTING:NORMAL Select Direction by ‘▲’...
Page 75: Enhd Failed (Enhanced Gyro Failure Mode)
manually input the heading value. (Refer to Section 3-2.2 for Ship Heading ‘Key2’). The PCU uses the heading angle when the PCU is receiving the STR ID command from the ACU or when the antenna is searching the satellite after initializing. 3.8.3 ENHD FAILED (Enhanced Gyro Failure Mode) The ‘ENHD FAILED’...
Page 76: Tilt Sensor Offset
INSTL:GPS OUTPUT FORMAT & BAUDRATE ENTER TO START Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:GPS OUTPUT FORMAT & BAUDRATE NMEA DB9 FORMAT : GPGLL Select ＇GPGLL＇ using ＇▲＇ or ＇▼＇ key Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:GPS OUTPUT FORMAT & BAUDRATE Select ＇GPGLL＇ CON RJ45 FORMAT : GPGLL using ＇▲＇...
Page 77: Tx Dc 48V Power On/Off
‘ENABLE’, the antenna cut off the TX DC voltage when the antenna is in blockage or when the antenna is not tracking the satellite. However we do not recommend using this function, because the BUC may cause electrical damage. If the BUC is installed by the operator (not by KNS), check the voltage is 48V.
Page 78: Azimuth And Elevation Trim
Follow the steps shown below. INSTL:TX DC 48V POWER ON/OFF CR:[OFF] ENTER TO CHANGE SETTING Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:TX DC 48V POWER:[OFF] SELECT ON/OFF USING ARROW KEY Select ON/OFF by ‘▲’, ‘▼’ Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:TX POWER MUTE : DISABLE Select SELECT ON/OFF USING ARROW KEY Enable/Disable by ‘▲’, ‘▼’...
Page 79: Diagnostic For Sensor And Driver
Press ‘ENT’ ELEVATION TRIM... NOTE: Cage offset is configured by a KNS engineer at the factory. The operator is not allowed to change the cage offset, except the ‘Azimuth and Elevation Trim’. NOTE: The operator must save the changed parameters before leaving the installer menu by using the ‘SAVE NEW PARAMETERS’...
Page 80: Automatic Beam Switching Protocol
The ACU can change the target satellite upon receiving the modem protocol (iDirect, iDrtABS, ComROAM, HNS, STM VACP) or the KNS protocol (GTP) from the external device. This function is the ‘Automatic Beam Switching (ABS)’. The ACU receives the ABS protocol via the Ethernet port.
Page 81: External Lock Ttl Level
If select OFF Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:AUTOMATIC BEAM SWITCHING PROTOCOL ENTER TO START Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:AUTOMATIC BEAM SWITCHING PROTOCOL AUTOMATIC BEAM SWITCHING By NET: YES/NO? Select the YES using ‘▲’ or ‘▼’ Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:AUTOMATIC BEAM SWITCHING PROTOCOL SELECT MODEM CLASS:IDIRECT Select the Protocol Type using ‘▲’...
Page 82: Tcp/Ip V4 Setting
The installer and operator can access to the ACU from outer devices by using the Ethernet. Configuring the host IP address, gateway, and subnet-mask is required to use the Ethernet. We provide remote access software (SCS & T-Monitor) to the dealer. Under the necessity to obtain this software, contact KNS dealer.
Page 83 INSTL:TCP/IP v4 SETTING ENTER TO CHANGE SETTING Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:TCP/IP v4 SETTING ADR: 192.168.011.002 Change the IP Address using Keypad Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:TCP/IP v4 SETTING GATEWAY: 192.168.011.001 Change the Gateway using Keypad Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:TCP/IP v4 SETTING MASK: 255.255.255.192 Change the Subnet Mask using Keypad Press ‘ENT’...
Page 84 ID RESET: YES?’. Then, all the satellite names will be reset to ‘SAT0’. INSTL:RESET PARAMETERS ENTER TO RESET Press ‘ENT’ INSTL:RESET PARAMETERS SAT ID RESET: YES/NO? INSTL:RESET PARAMETERS SAT ID RESET: YES/NO?
Page 85: Section 4. Drawing
5. MK3 – Z10 ACU KA 180 Block Diagram 6. MK3 – Z10 Radome Assembly Drawing 7. MK3 Z10 Frame Assembly Drawing 8. MK3 Z10 Cable Assembly Drawing 9. MK3 Z10 Radome and Mounting Holes Drawing 10. KNS 8W BUC Mechanical Drawing 11. MK3 Z10 BUC Assembly Drawing...
Page 86 MK3 – Z10 System Block Diagram...
Page 87 MK3 – Z10 System Block Diagram 2...
Page 88 MK3 – Z10 PCU Sensor Block Diagram...
Page 89 MK3 – Z10 ACU KA180 Serial Connection...
Page 90 MK3 –Z10 ACU KA180 Block Diagram MK3 – Z18 Antenna Cable Assembly Drawing...
Page 91 MK3 – Z10 Radome Assembly...
Page 92: Mk3 Z10 Frame Assembly Drawing
MK3 Z10 Frame Assembly Drawing...
Page 93: Mk3 Z10 Cable Assembly Drawing
MK3 Z10 Cable Assembly Drawing...
Page 94: Mk3 Z10 Radome And Mounting Holes Drawing
MK3 Z10 Radome and Mounting Holes Drawing...
Page 95: Kns 8W Buc Mechanical Drawing
KNS 8W BUC Mechanical Drawing...
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MK3 Z10 BUC Assembly Drawing...
Page 97: Section 5. Technical Specifications
SECTION 5- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1. Mechanical Specifications Dish Diameter 100 cm (39”) Antenna & Stabilizer weight 114 kg Radome size 152 cm (H) x 139 (D) Radome Material Honeycomb FRP Packing Size & Weight 158 x 158 x 177 cm, 224kg Packing Type Wooden crate 2.
Page 98: Electric Specifications
All function control is available by key Menu Modem interface Ethernet, Console Remote Accessibility Web Inerface, T-monitor, SCS Software, Telnet Terminal 7. LNB (Low Noise Block) - KNS Ku-band Universal Ultra wide bandwidth (full Ku-Band) Ultra Small size Quad Band (4-LO) Low Noise Figure...
Page 99: Mechanical Specifications
Ultra Low Phase Noise ±5kHz Stability High IP3 (Option) LO frequency switching by DC input level(13/18V) and 22kHz Tone signal thru IF cable Separated LNB Controller Module supported 7.1 Mechanical Specifications Input WR-75 with Groove Output (waterproof) F-connector(75 Ω) Dimension 147.4(L) x 43.8(W) x 46.6 (H) mm Weight 310g...
Page 100: Thermal Specifications
7.3 Thermal Specifications Operating Temp -30 ~ +70 °C Storage Temp -40 ~ +80 °C 8. BUC– Ku Band 8W BUC (RF Frequency band: 14.0 to 14.5 GHz) Model No. NJT5218N: RF Frequency 13.75 to 14.5 (Universal Ku-band) Local Frequency 12.8 GHz IF Frequency 950 to 1,700 MHz...
Page 101 Output V.S.W.R 2.0 : 1 max. Power Requirement / +24 / +48 VDC (+18 to +60 VDC) / 79 W typ., 93 W max. Consumption Mute Shut off the HPA in case of L.O. unlocked or no 10 MHz reference signal. LED Indicator Green: L.O.
Page 102 Appendix Appendix A – BDU Installation Check List  Appendix B – Co-Pole Kit (option)  Appendix C - ACU Compass Connector Pin Layout  Appendix D - Error code  Appendix E – Troubleshooting  Appendix F – Balancing ...
Page 103 Appendix A – BDU Installation Check List Installation and operation check list □ All assembly screws locked in place □ Lock nuts on the adjustable weights are tighten □ All the connectors are tightly inserted □ All the wires and cables are firmly tied down □...
Page 104 Appendix B - Co-Pole Kit (Optional) Co-pole Kit Block Diagram...
Page 105 Appendix B - Co-Pole Kit Components (Optional) Co-pole kit contains additional components as follow: Circulator LNB x 2 TRF (cavity Filter) x 2 Waive guide band x 2...
Page 106 Appendix B - Co-Pole Kit Components (Optional) Use when RX polarity and TX polarity of satellite is same polarity (co-pol) Ex) GE23 (172E), ABS1 (75E) This optional Co-Pole kit allows the user to select either cross-pole or co-pole and this can be selected by using the “5”...
Page 107 Appendix C- ACU Compass Connector Pin Layout The KA-180 ACU works with Synchro, step by step, and NMEA gyro types and the gyro cable is connected to the ACU with using either a terminal strip connector or a DB-15 connector. Making this connection can be hazardous.
Page 108 and RX- pins of the NMEA strip connector. Depends on the NMEA type, the cable connection fall into two configuration as shown below. KA-180 ACU accepts the various NMEA format as follow: HDT, HDG, and HDM. However, NMEA signal must be matched with the regular NMEA format as below. $HEHDT,x.x,T*hh<CR><LF>...
Page 109 port. However, if GPS is not working for certain reason, the PCU sends default value to ACU which is saved data gathered from GPS antenna. The GPS format and baud rate can be configured in NMEA DB-9 Pin No. Type GPRMC, GPGLL, and GPGGA from 1200 to 115200 Receive Data Send Data...
Page 110 4. check hall sensor and replace it 5. check encoder and replace it 1. check the antenna weight and balance Axis driving error exceed 0.5deg for FCC 2. check the motor torque value (contact KNS for more regulation detail) 1. reboot the system Yaw encoder variation too small or not 2.
Page 111 Unknown or invalid data has been received The ‘TS’ command must be sent prior to the command. This is form programming the This error code rarely shown. Please contact KNS when transponder/satellite data this error appeared for advanced technical support...
Page 112 Error Code Define...
Page 113 Appendix E – Troubleshooting Understanding the symptoms will help the operator to find out what causes the system malfunction and any broken parts. Therefore, the operator may perform the easy repair task. There might be many check point steps in one symptom. If problem is solved on the first step, no longer required to take further steps.
Page 114 8. Re-connect the cable between PCU and motor driver and remove the cable between PCU and sensor cage. Re-input power to the ACU. The sensor cage keeps hitting the limit switch. (Normally, the sensor cage Symptom # 4 rotates counterclockwise until it hits the limit switch, where upon it rotates in a clockwise direction.) 1.
Page 115 The azimuth axis does not move after the sensor cage stays parallel to the Symptom # 8 ground. (An azimuth axis normally moves once the cage is parallel and stable). 1. Check the motor driver and replace it. 2. Change the azimuth motor. Check point 3.
Page 116 Symptom # 13 Although the antenna tracks the satellite, it does not hold the tracking. 1. Check that the antenna is blocked Check point 2. Check the LNB and replace it. 3. check the PCU Symptom # 14 The GPS LED is off. 1.
Page 117 Symptom # 19 The antenna does not save the changed parameters. 1. Check the state of communication between the ACU and the PCU. Check point 2. Check the PCU...
Page 118 For good balancing, number of weights are added to the antenna at the KNS factory. It is not necessary to adjust the system weight and balance unless the system balance is disproportionate.
Page 119 During the term of the warranty period all onboard warranty service is for manufacturer defect only. KNS will a diagnosis is not part of this warranty policy; a dealer must first perform an onboard diagnosis first and submit a written report in order to receive direct on board service. On board labor is not covered in this warranty policy in the event the system is damaged or failed due to the result of “Acts of God”, faulty installation, technicians’...
Page 120 Failed or defectives due power failures, surges, fires, floods, snow, ice, lightening, excessive heat and cold, accidents, unauthorized tampering will void this warranty policy. KNS will evaluate the defective part and provide the dealer with a new rebuilt, refurbished or alternate equipment (or a part there of) of equal or improved quality as exchange equipment (or part thereof) to replace eligible defective equipment (or part thereof).

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