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- Page 1 S400/S401 PRO Receiver User Manual Revision 1.5 CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Version 1.5 Confidential and Proprietary 1 of 40...
- Page 2 ________________________________ Disclaimer While reasonable effort has been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, Novra Technologies Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this manual. Novra reserves the right to change the contents of this manual at any time without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Model Naming Convention....................5 Introduction ........................... 6 Principles of Operation ......................6 Getting Started ..........................7 Typical S400/S401 PRO Installation ..................7 What Information do I Need – Basic Configuration? ............8 S400/S401 PRO Startup ...................... 10 Dashboard ........................... 11 3.4.1 Status Bar ........................ - Page 4 Enable/Disable Generic Streams - GRB and GK-2A ............35 GRB Parameters........................35 GK-2A Parameters ......................36 GRB Setup .......................... 36 GRB Feed Types ......................... 37 Version 1.5 Confidential and Proprietary 4 of 40...
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Page 5: Conventions
Common Interface (CI) slot, making it compatible with many commercially available conditional access encryption systems 1.3 Model Naming Convention This manual uses the S400/S401 PRO naming convention when referring to any one of the applicable S400/S401 PRO models (see Section 1.2 above). Version 1.5... -
Page 6: Introduction
2.1 Principles of Operation The S400/S401 PRO is a satellite receiver that enables the reception of IP data carried on a DVB-S2 or DVB- S compliant satellite signal. The unit is also capable of receiving an IP unicast stream for distribution. -
Page 7: Getting Started
This information is needed in order for the receiver to function. It is recommended that all the information be collected before attempting to install the service. Novra Technologies Inc. expects that end users, who wish to control the LNB with the receiver, already have good understanding of satellite technology. -
Page 8: What Information Do I Need - Basic Configuration
6) The IP Address to be assigned to your S400/S401 PRO Receiver’s DATA interface (LAN1) Default value is: 192.168.1.2 7) The IP Address to be assigned to your S400/S401 PRO Receiver’s M&C interface (LAN2), if DHCP is not available Default is to set value via DHCP If your network’s DHCP server is set to assign addresses in the 192.168.1.xxx... - Page 9 8) The IP address of the Default Gateway for the receiver. 9) Is the receiver supposed to filter multicast traffic using IGMP? NOTE: IGMP is an Internet standard that is used to control multicast traffic on the LAN based on the client’s interest in the stream. For proper operation, all components of your network should support IGMP Version 1.5 Confidential and Proprietary...
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Page 10: S400/S401 Pro Startup
3.3 S400/S401 PRO Startup 1- Plug in the RF and network cables and then the power. When the S400/S401 PRO has completed its startup (approximately 45 seconds) you should be able to read its IP address from the LCD panel. -
Page 11: Dashboard
You can now proceed with configuring your S400/S401 PRO. In order to make any changes to the configuration of your S400/S401 PRO, you must login in the top right hand corner of the GUI display. The default password is “password”. -
Page 12: Navigation Menu
On the left side of the page is the navigation menu that allows you to select the various pages to view and configure all aspects of your S400/S401 PRO. The selected menu item is always highlighted. 3.4.3 Tuner Status Summary The main section of the dashboard status page shows the status of either tuner 1 (RF1) or tuner 2 (RF2). -
Page 13: Network Stats
3.5 Network Stats Under the Network Stats tab you can find LAN1 and LAN2 connectivity details including : IP address Bandwidth In – inbound data rate bits/sec Bandwidth Out – outbound data rate bits/sec Version 1.5 Confidential and Proprietary 13 of 40... -
Page 14: Status Xml Broadcast Channel
3.6 Status XML Broadcast Channel License is required to enable Broadcast of Status XML, see 4.3.5 License (System->license). To enable forwarding of Status XML file packets, check the Status Channel -> Enabled button. 3.7 Content of Status XML Packet <S400/S401> <Timestamp val="2021/03/11 23:24:53.816"... - Page 15 <LBand val="1155.00" /> <LO val="0" /> <SymbolRate val="AUTO" /> <MODCOD val="Unknown" /> </Set> <Actual> <LBand val="1155.062988" /> <LO val="0" /> <SymbolRate val="10000271" /> <MODCOD val="1/4 QPSK" /> </Actual> </CHANNEL2> </SignalParams> <SignalQuality> <CHANNEL1> <SigStrength val="-38.000000" /> <LDPCBER val="0.000000" /> <EsNo val=">50 dB" /> <MarginToQEF val="101.099998"...
- Page 16 </CHANNEL1> <CHANNEL2> <LOlock val="Locked" /> <SigLock val="Locked" /> <RSSI val="-47.000000" /> </CHANNEL2> </RF> <DEMOD> <CHANNEL1> <PLsync val="Locked" /> <DataLock val="Locked" /> <EsNo val=">50 dB" /> <Mode val="QPSK" /> <Spectrum val="Normal" /> <BCHUC val="0.000000000" /> </CHANNEL1> <CHANNEL2> <PLsync val="Locked" /> <DataLock val="Locked"...
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Page 17: Configuring The S400/S401 Pro
NOTE: You can only change the S400 PRO settings if you login! The default password is “password”. This chapter discusses how to configure the S400/S401 PRO. It covers the interfaces, services and system settings of the S400/S401 PRO. 4.1 Interfaces The Interfaces menu allows the user to configure both satellite tuners, if equipped, and both Ethernet interfaces. -
Page 18: Tuner 1 (Rf1)
ModCod: For multi-stream DVB-S2 operation, the S400/S401 PRO should be configured to receive 1 stream. This is accomplished by entering the ModCod of the signal you wish to receive in the ModCod drop down box. - Page 19 LO Frequency box and that the correct band (high or low) is selected in the Satellite screen. PRO. Please wait for the changes to take effect on the S400/S401 PRO by monitoring the “Tuner Detailed Status” section on this page.
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Page 20: Tuner 2 (Rf2) - Optional
The main difference between tuner 1 and 2 is that tuner 2 does not have its own lnb control. Also it may not be available on your S400/S401 PRO version. Contact your reseller for possible upgrades or license of Tuner2. -
Page 21: Data (Lan1)
(as shown below). 1. MAC Address: The LAN1 Ethernet Interface MAC address is shown. 2. Obtain an IP Address Automatically (DHCP): This option will force the S400/S401 PRO to use DHCP to automatically obtain its IP address. -
Page 22: M&C (Lan2)
4.1.4 M&C (LAN2) The Lan2 Ethernet settings of the S400/S401 PRO may be modified by selecting the M&C (LAN2) Interface menu and changing the appropriate fields (as shown below). 1. MAC Address: The LAN2 Ethernet Interface MAC address is shown. -
Page 23: Services
5. Default Gateway: This is the IP address of the router that the receiver should use whenever it wants to send traffic to a non-local address. 6. Primary/Secondary DNS: These DNS entries allow the S400/S401 PRO to send traffic to services on the Intra/Internet by name (eg. NTP, SNMP, etc…). -
Page 24: Forward All
4.2.2 Forward all This is the simplest mode of service forwarding available on the S400/S401 PRO. This can be used for analyzing a full satellite transport stream or simply to forward it on to other devices on the network. To use this mode, select the checkbox “Forward Entire Stream” and then specify the following options. -
Page 25: Dvb Mpeg Forwarding
Apply: By pressing this button, the updates are sent to the receiver. 4.2.3 DVB Mpeg Forwarding The S400/S401 PRO can be used to forward DVB PID bundles (Raw PID Groups) that represent a valid SPTS (Single Program Transport Stream). For each SPTS, the user specifies the stream details listed below. - Page 26 New: Start a new PID bundle Save: Declare a PID bundle, which makes it appear on the list to the right. Note: This bundle is not yet on the S400/S401 PRO, click “Apply” to have it saved to the S400/S401 PRO active service list.
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Page 27: Dvb Mpe/Ule Forwarding
When all changes are complete, use the “Apply” button to make your changes active on the S400/S401 PRO. MPE or ULE PIDs can be removed from the working list by selecting them from the “MPE/ULE PIDs” drop down list and clicking on “Delete”. Changes are made active on the S400/S401 PRO only when the “Apply”... -
Page 28: System Configuration
About : System Information about the device and its operating system. Configuration: Options to save and restore S400/S401 PRO configurations Date/Time: Options on setting the date and time of the S400/S401 PRO Password: Changing the password for your S400/S401 PRO... -
Page 29: About
4.3.1 About Various details about the internals of your S400/S401 PRO that may be useful for support and diagnostics. Device Information Name: Editable Name of S400/S401 PRO Unit Version: S400/S401Pro release version Uptime: How long the S400/S401 PRO has been running since its last power up. -
Page 30: Configuration
Backup Current Configuration. Apply Factory Default: Use this option to return your S400/S401 PRO to the same configuration it had at the factory. Note: This includes the IP address of the M&C (LAN1) interface (192.168.1.2)! Version 1.5... -
Page 31: Date/Time
4.3.3 Date/Time These options allow the user to configure the date and time on your S400/S401 PRO. Time Zone: Use this drop down to select the time zone for your S400/S401 PRO. NTP time server: Allows entry of a NTP timer server(s) on the Internet. -
Page 32: License
Use the “License” button to add licensed features to your S400/S401 Pro. 4.3.6 Upgrade Use the “Browse” button to select the S400/S401 PRO upgrade file provided to you from an authorized support source. The upgrade may take several minutes to complete. -
Page 33: Reset
4.3.7 Reset Click the “Reset” button to reset the software services in your S400/S401 PRO. Click “Reboot” to perform a full restart of the S400/S401 PRO. Contact your S400/S401 PRO support service if you are having issues with your S400/S401 PRO application. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
5 Troubleshooting This section can help you resolve most of the common problems when installing the S400/S401 PRO. 1) I connected the receiver and when I start my browser with the IP address of the S400/S401 PRO there is no response Make sure the S400/S401 PRO is connected to the same LAN that your computer (running web browser) is connected to. -
Page 35: Continuous Generic Stream Mode For Goes-Grb And Gk-2A
7 Continuous Generic Stream Mode for GOES-GRB and GK-2A 7.1 Generic Streams License Use of the S400/S401 for reception of Continuous Generic Stream broadcasts like GOES Rebroadcast (GRB) or Koreasat GK-2A requires installation of a license file to enable Generic Streams. When properly licensed, you will see the following : Generic Streams Licensed YES display under the System->License tab on the unit’s web interface. -
Page 36: Gk-2A Parameters
7.4 GK-2A Parameters The following table shows the proper unit settings to receive the GK-2A UHRIT feed. GK-2A UHRIT Settings 8070 MHz Transponder Symbol Rate 15.62244 Msps ModCod 8PSK 2/3 Band X Band Forward GRB CADU checked GK-2A UHRIT Settings 7.5 GRB Setup The destination for GRB packets can be setup for each tuner input under the Services->RF1 or Services- >RF2 menu choices. -
Page 37: Grb Feed Types
7.6 GRB Feed Types See below for two possible cabling configurations. Feed Type 1 is supported with purchase of a standard kit. Feed type 2 can be supported with request for a custom quotation. GRB Dual Feed and GRB Dual Feed Downconverter LHCP Out RHCP Out... - Page 38 So LNBs convert satellite frequencies to the lower, easier to transport, band of frequencies referred to as L-Band. It is L-Band frequencies that the S400/S401 PRO receiver tunes to. Older systems used a unit called an LNA (Low Noise Amplifier). This unit amplifies the RF frequency and then transmits the signals down a special (expensive) cable to the receiver.
- Page 39 2.0 million bits per second (2.0 Mbps). The important point to remember is that satellite systems send and receive symbols which are then converted into data. The S400/S401 PRO takes the resulting data and forwards it to your computer in bursts called "packets."...
- Page 40 The S400/S401 PRO uses the PID numbers that come with each Internet data, video, audio and specialized data signal to separate them all. (See PID.)
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