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Intellian v85NX Series Installation & Operation User Manual

Intellian v85NX Series Installation & Operation User Manual

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  • Page 1 v85NX 85 cm Ku-Ka Convertible Maritime VSAT Antenna System Installation & Operation User Guide...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate. Intellian is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.
  • Page 3 Chapter 1. Precautions 1.1 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 1.2 General Precautions Chapter 2. Certifications Chapter 3. Introduction 3.1 Intellian v85NX Introduction 3.2 Intellian v85NX Features Chapter 4. Planning Installation 4.1 Selecting Installation Site 4.1.1 Minimize Satellite Blockage 4.1.2 Avoid RF Interference 4.1.3 RF Hazard Precautions...
  • Page 4 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.5 ACU Cable Connection 6.5.1 ACU Back Panel Connectors 6.5.2 ACU Connector Pinout Guide 6.5.3 Connecting Power to ACU 6.5.4 Connecting ACU to Antenna 6.5.5 Connecting ACU to Antenna in Dual Antenna System (Optional) 6.5.6 Connecting Primary/Secondary ACUs in Dual Antenna System (Optional) 6.5.7 Connecting ACU to Modem 6.5.8 Connecting ACU to Switch Router...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 9.7 Install Wizard 9.8 System Tools 9.8.1 Firmware Upgrade 9.8.2 iARM Upgrade 9.8.3 iARM Save & Reboot 9.8.4 Satellite Library 9.8.5 Spectrum Graph 9.8.6 Graph 9.9 System Troubleshooting 9.9.1 Diagnosis 9.9.2 Antenna Log 9.9.3 Antenna Event Log 9.9.4 Support 9.10 System Setting 9.10.1 Ship Setting...
  • Page 6 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System List of Figures Chapter 4. Planning Installation Figure 1: Elevation Limit of Obstacles Figure 2: Potential RF Interference Figure 3: Antenna focal line safety distance Figure 4: Radome and Pedestal Figure 5: Front Panel of ACU Figure 6: Back Panel of ACU Chapter 5.
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 12. Appendix Figure 35: Flow Chart of Establishing Dual Antenna System...
  • Page 8 UV rays when assembled according to Intellian instructions, and when the supplied approved hardware and sealants are used. Under no circumstances should an Intellian radome be covered by any protective covering that adheres, bonds, or clings to the surface, whether by self-adhesion or tension.
  • Page 9 Certifications Chapter 2. Certifications...
  • Page 10 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System...
  • Page 11 Certifications UK-CA Declaration of Conformity We, Intellian Technologies, Inc. located at 18-7, Jinwisandan-ro, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do 17709, Korea declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) described in the below to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements according to UK legislation Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 (S.I.
  • Page 12 The v85NX is supplied with both cross-pol and co-pol feeds and comes equipped with Intellian's patent pending Global PLL LNB by standard.
  • Page 13 3.2 Intellian v85NX Features Higher RF Performance Intellian's highly efficient RF design delivers superior performance compared to other 80 cm class systems, enabling higher data rates and global operation. The compact 85 cm antenna's smaller footprint allows installation on smaller vessels yet still allows the system to operate on a 1-meter designed network. The v85NX has improved tracking precision and reliability in a compact and streamlined mechanical design.
  • Page 14 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Chapter 4. Planning Installation The antenna installation requires extreme precaution and safety measures given its size and weight. Failure to follow the correct installation process may lead to injury of the installer and/or cause damage to the system.
  • Page 15 Planning Installation 4.1.2 Avoid RF Interference Do not install the antenna near the high power shortwave radar. Most radar transmitters emit RF energy within an elevation range of -15° to +15°. For this reason, you should position the antenna at least 15 feet (4.6 m) away from the radar.
  • Page 16 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System While the legislation concerning RF exposure in the country of operation may be different, often reference is made to the ICNIRP guidelines of RF exposure for the occupational and general public scenario. For the frequency range between 6 to 2,300 GHz, the local absorbed power density (Sab) averaged at a 6 minute interval, should not exceed the 5 mW/cm2 for occupational and 1 mW/cm for the general public .
  • Page 17 Planning Installation 4.2 System Package 4.2.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU) The ADU includes an antenna pedestal inside a radome assembly unit. The pedestal consists of a satellite antenna main dish with RF components mounted on a stabilized pedestal. The radome protects the antenna pedestal assembly unit from the severe marine environment.
  • Page 18 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 4.2.3 Packing List Before beginning installation, make sure you have all the included components. Item Q'ty Size Description Above Deck Unit (ADU) Radome and pedestal 431 mm x 350 mm x Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Antenna Control Unit 44.3 mm Quick Installation Guide (QIG)
  • Page 19 50 Ω coaxial cable types for standard system installation. The use of different type of cables (75 Ω coaxial types etc.) can cause problems. If you need RF cables that run longer than the maximum cable length recommended, contact Intellian Technical Support for assistance. Cable Requirements Max.
  • Page 20 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 4.4 Unpacking System Package CAUTION • The package box on the pallet should be lifted by a forklift. • Follow the steps in order for easy and safe unpacking. CAUTION 1. Locate one of the side panels with a paper sticker (Unpack Guide). Detach this side panel by removing the fixing screw (1 ea) and clips (6 ea).
  • Page 21 Planning Installation 3. Running Diagnostic Tests: This step is optional. After removing one of the side panels, you can run the diagnostic tests to verify the condition of the antenna. First, prepare a RF cable (Customer Supplied) to connect the antenna and the ACU. 3-1.
  • Page 22 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5. Remove the fixing screws (5 ea) from the remaining side panels, then detach the side panels. : 5 ea...
  • Page 23 Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) Chapter 5. Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 5.1 Antenna Dimensions Before installing the antenna unit, confirm its height and diameter (see figure below). The mounting surface and overall space occupied by the antenna must be sufficient for the fully constructed radome on top of its base frame.
  • Page 24 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.2 Antenna Mounting Hole Pattern Use the supplied mounting template when drilling mounting holes on the mast. The hole placement for the antenna must match the mounting hole pattern on the template. WARNING When reusing an existing mast, make sure the location of the holes on the mast correspond to the hole locations and sizes printed on the mounting template.
  • Page 25 NOTE • This is a general example of designing a mast. The shape of mast may differ depending on the ship's environment. • Follow the Intellian installation recommendations for safety. NOTE WARNING • When designing a mast, consider the minimum and maximum thickness of the mast plate marked on the diagram.
  • Page 26 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Option 1. When Installing Cable on Outside of Mast This method is generally recommended. Unit: mm (inches) 247.5 (9.74) Antenna Mounting Hole Ø15.0 (0.59), 4ea Ø445.0 (17.52) Plate Thickness Ø200.0 (7.87) Min. 10.0 (0.39) Max.
  • Page 27 Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) Option 2. When Installing Cable Through Inside Mast Unit: mm (inches) 247.5 (9.74) Antenna Mounting Hole Ø15.0 (0.59), 4ea Gooseneck Ø110.0 (4.33) Ø180.0 (7.08) Ø200.0 (7.87) Ø445.0 (17.52) Plate Thickness Ø200.0 (7.87) Min. 10.0 (0.39) Max.
  • Page 28 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.4 Routing RF Cable on Mast (Example Only) The cable must be routed from the antenna and through the ship to end up at the antenna control unit. When pulling the cable in place, avoid sharp bends, kinking, and excessive force. After placement, seal the deck penetration gland and tie the cable securely in place.
  • Page 29 Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) Option 2. Routing Cable Through Inside Mast 1. Before placing the radome on the mast, route the cable through the gooseneck on the deck and the built-in gooseneck on the mast for easier placing of the RF Cable through the inside of the mast as shown in the picture.
  • Page 30 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.5 Removing Antenna from Wooden Pallet Four radome brackets secure the antenna to the pallet. To remove the radome from the pallet and the brackets from the radome, use the following procedure. 1. Remove the fixing screw (2 ea) on the radome bracket that secures the antenna to the pallet using a wrench.
  • Page 31 Otherwise, the pallet will not separate from the antenna. WARNING 5.6 Moving Antenna Above Mast The Intellian antenna comes from the factory with the lifting straps pre-mounted. 1. Check the condition of the lifting strap and ensure the shackles are tightened up.
  • Page 32 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.7 Inserting Waterproof Foam The supplied waterproof foam must be inserted to prevent water penetration into the radome before mounting the radome on the mast. Make sure the waterproof foam is positioned where the following picture shows.
  • Page 33 Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 5.8 Mounting Antenna on Mast 1. Bring the M12 x 80L hex bolts (4 ea) for antenna-mast assembly from the ACU box. 2. Lower the antenna onto the mast using the crane, making sure the mounting holes of the antenna are aligned with those of the mast.
  • Page 34 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.9 Connecting RF Cable to Antenna Connect the RF Cable (Customer Supplied) from the ANTENNA port of the ACU to the RF connector inside the cable entry of radome. Both side of the connection cable should be terminated using suitable tools. After the connection, securely fix the cable in place using cable ties.
  • Page 35 Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 2. Terminate N(M) connector on the end of the RF Cable. Intellian recommends using a genuine cable connector and tools. Refer to the cable termination instructions provided by the manufacturer to terminate the N connector.
  • Page 36 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.10 Switching On Power Box Access the ADU modules inside the radome to check that the power switch is on through the radome hatch. Make sure that there is sufficient free space underneath the ADU to open the radome hatch. 1.
  • Page 37 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) Chapter 6. Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.1 Selection of BDU Installation Site The ACU should be installed below the deck in a location that is dry, cool and ventilated. The front panel of ACU should be easily accessible to users. 6.2 ACU Dimensions Confirm the dimensions of the ACU before installing it.
  • Page 38 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.3 Mounting ACU Mounting ACU in a 19" Rack The ACU can be installed in a 19" rack using the two rack mount brackets that are included in the ACU box. Attach the rack mount brackets to the sides of the ACU using the included M4 x 12L flat head screws (8 ea).
  • Page 39 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.4 Antenna System Configurations For the proper operation of the satellite communication system, the required components must be connected as shown in the figure. Separate purchase of a satellite modem, switch router and ship’s gyrocompass may be needed. 6.4.1 Single Antenna System Configuration (Basic Antenna System) The basic system consists of one VSAT antenna and one ACU.
  • Page 40 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.4.2 Dual Antenna System Configuration (Optional) The dual system consists of two VSAT antennas and two ACUs. The ACUs have embedded Dual Antenna Mediator function, which is capable of controlling and managing two VSAT antenna systems simultaneously.
  • Page 41 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.5 ACU Cable Connection 6.5.1 ACU Back Panel Connectors The following figure shows the ACU back panel connectors. LAN 2 LAN 4 Modem/Primary Modem Interface Wi-Fi Power Rx/Tx Antenna RS232/422 Interface Dongle Secondary NMEA 2000 Modem PC Interface Rx/Tx...
  • Page 42 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Modem / Primary / Secondary Tx and Rx Connectors RF F Type Female Conductor Function Inner DATA Outer Antenna Connector RF N Type Female Conductor Function Inner RX, TX, FSK, REFERENCE, POWER Outer NMEA 2000 Input Micro-C 5-Pin Male Signal NET-H (CAN-H)
  • Page 43 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) Modem Interface - RS232 & RS422 Connector D-Sub 9-Pin Male Signal MODEM TX / MAX422 RX+ MODEM RX / MAX422 TX+ MAX422 RX- MAX422 TX- Modem Interface - Console Connector D-Sub 9-Pin Female Signal GPS_OUTA MODEM_LOCK MUTE 0 GPS_OUTB...
  • Page 44 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System BUC Interface - RS232/RS422 Connector D-Sub 9-Pin Male • For Ku-band - RS232 • For Ka-band (Optional) - RS422 Signal Signal BUC RS422 RX+ BUC RS232 RX BUC RS422 RX- BUC RS232 TX BUC RS422 TX+ BUC RS422 TX- BUC KEYLINE RX+ BUC KEYLINE RX-...
  • Page 45 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) ETHERNET (LAN) Connector (LAN 1~LAN 4) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RJ-45 Female Signal Wi-Fi Dongle USB Connector USB A Female Signal +5 V DATA- DATA+...
  • Page 46 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.5.3 Connecting Power to ACU Connect the power cord from the power supply to the power connector (100~240 VAC) of the ACU. Power (100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 A) 100~240 VAC (Power Supply) Figure 22: Connecting Power to ACU 6.5.4 Connecting ACU to Antenna Connect an Antenna RF cable (N to N) (Customer Supplied) from the ANTENNA (N) port of the ACU to the RF (N) port of the radome (antenna).
  • Page 47 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.5.5 Connecting ACU to Antenna in Dual Antenna System (Optional) For the Dual Antenna System, the antenna system needs to be installed with two ACUs and two antennas. 1. Connect an Antenna RF cable (N to N) (Customer Supplied) from the ANTENNA (N) port of the Primary ACU to the RF (N) port of Primary Antenna.
  • Page 48 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.5.7 Connecting ACU to Modem 1. Connect a RF cable (F to F) from the MODEM Rx (F) port of the ACU to the Rx (F) port of the modem. 2. Connect another RF cable (F to F) from the MODEM Tx (F) port of the ACU to the Tx (F) port of the modem.
  • Page 49 For satellite tracking, connect a ship gyrocompass to the antenna system through the gyrocompass interface of the ACU. The Intellian ACU supports NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 gyrocompass inputs. If the gyrocompass has a different output standard, use a compass converter to supply the required NMEA input.
  • Page 50 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Management LAN port on the front panel of ACU to a LAN port of the PC. The network connection is established automatically. 2. Open a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, etc.), and then enter the following IP address to access Intellian AptusNX Login page.
  • Page 51 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.6.2 USB Connection Using Right Side USB Port on ACU Front Panel Connect a USB flash drive to the right side USB port on the front panel of ACU to download logs, backup/ restore antenna settings, and upgrade firmware. Using Left Side USB (Serial) Port on ACU Front Panel Connect the supplied USB Cable (A to A) from the left side USB (serial) port on the front panel of ACU to PC for monitoring and controlling the antenna system.
  • Page 52 6.6.3 Wi-Fi Connection Connection through Wi-Fi Dongle Intellian provides the Wi-Fi Dongle for Wi-Fi connection to AptusNX. You can connect a PC to the ACU via Wi-Fi for easy management and control whenever you are on the vessel. 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Management LAN port on the front panel of ACU to a LAN port of a PC.
  • Page 53 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Management LAN port on the ACU front panel to a LAN port of a PC. The network connection is established automatically. 2. Open a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, etc.), and then enter the following IP address to access Intellian AptusNX Login page.
  • Page 54 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 7.3 Modem Configuration Before starting installation wizard, set up the modem configuration. 1. After accessing the AptusNX main page, go to the SETUP Modem/BUC on the main menu then follow these steps. 2. Select your modem type from the Select Modem drop-down list for loading a pre-configuration of modem.
  • Page 55 Operating Install Wizard 4. On the pop-up window, select the checkbox if you want the system to perform the iARM Save & Reboot automatically. Then, click the Confirm button. 5. Reboot the system.
  • Page 56 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 7.4 Starting Install Wizard The Install Wizard will give you a guide by going through the steps of setup for the antenna system commissioning. We highly recommend using this wizard to complete the installation and commissioning of the system.
  • Page 57 Operating Install Wizard  Step 2: Heading Set the ship’s heading device. The colored indicator next to the title shows the heading device connection status. • Blue: Ship’s heading device is connected. • Black: Ship’s heading device is not connected. If a gyrocompass is connected, choose the device type from the Current Device drop-down list.
  • Page 58 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System  Step 4: Set Bow Offset For setting BOW offset, select one of two satellite tracking types and a trackable satellite. (Option 1: Using Beam Switch Type) • Step 1: Choose the Beam Switch for the Tracking Type.
  • Page 59 Operating Install Wizard  Step 5: Blockage It is important to set up the blockage zones for Intellian VSAT. The VSAT system can be programmed with relative azimuth and elevation sectors to create up to five zones for the transmission mute. The AZ START...
  • Page 60 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System (Option 2: Using Manual Setup) If you did not set the modem connection, select the Manual Setup for the Current Satellite. Then enter the satellite and NBD information manually to track a satellite. Click the Apply button.
  • Page 61 Operating Install Wizard NOTE. A The Cable Compensation Range is determined by the condition of installation (Modem, BUC). There exist four cases of cable compensation as follows. NOTE Case Modem* Compensation Method Compensation path M&C** IF signal Source: iDirect iDirect Full path Calibration Output Power monitor: BUC M&C IF signal Source: iDirect...
  • Page 62 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Refer to the following table for a detailed explanation of each menu. Item Description Checks the iDirect Open AMIP modem information. The indicator next to the title shows the device connection status. (Blue: The iDirect Open AMIP modem is connected.
  • Page 63 Operating Install Wizard (Option 2: Using Other Modems) 1. Enter the RF Uplink Frequency provided by your satellite operator, then click the Apply button. 2. Adjust the Antenna Angle. 3. Enter the Test Result value received from the satellite operator. Click the Next button to go to the next step.
  • Page 64 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System  Step 9: Report NOTE The following image shows when the system is using the Open AMIP modem. In case of using other modems, the displayed items on the Report may change. NOTE The configuration report is displayed. You can save the results to the ACU by clicking the Save Report button and download the report file (.json) by...
  • Page 65 Operating ACU Chapter 8. Operating ACU 8.1 ACU Front Panel View The following figure shows the features on the ACU front panel. Right Side USB Port: For Log Data Download, OLED Display Backup/Restore Antenna Settings, Firmware Upgrade POWER Indicator Move Key Management Port ERROR Indicator Select Key...
  • Page 66 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 8.2 ACU Display Menu The following figure shows the ACU display menu. F:12.490/11.300 RX:H TX:V TRACKING 062.2 E HDG:120.4 GPS: ACTIVE The following table shows the function of each touch key. Item Description ① Satellite Lock Displays the satellite lock status.
  • Page 67 Operating ACU 8.3 Startup After the system is installed and power is applied, the ACU display will show the following sequence.  Startup Intellian's model name is displayed. Intellian XXXXXXX  Initialize Antenna Information ANTENNA INFO  Initialize Elevation Angle EL INITIALIZE ...
  • Page 68 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System When the antenna is controlled by AptusNX, the ACU displays the control mode status.  Control Mode Status REBOOT Displays REBOOT ANTENNA mode, SETUP MODE or ANTENNA TEST MODE. SETUP MODE TEST MODE If the antenna does not communicate with ACU, the COMMUNICATION ERROR is displayed. COMMUNICATION ERROR...
  • Page 69 Operating ACU 8.4 Diagnosis Executes antenna diagnosis tests and shows the real-time diagnosis results. Press  Main Display Move Key F:12.490/11.300 RX:H TX:V TRACKING 062.2 E HDG:120.4 GPS:  Diagnosis Display DIAGNOSIS Press Select Key DIAG ALL  Diagnosis Result Display DIAG : CODE 101 1 - - - O O 7 O O 10...
  • Page 70 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Item Description Diagnosis Code Displays the diagnosis code for the test that is currently running. When all tests are complete, DONE is displayed. Code Test The data communication between the antenna and the ACU is tested.
  • Page 71 Operating ACU 8.5 Antenna Information Displays the Antenna/ACU serial number, PCU/STAB/ACU/i-ARM Version of the product. Press  Main Display Move Key F:12.490/11.300 RX:H TX:V TRACKING 062.2 E HDG:120.4 GPS: Press  Diagnosis Display Move Key DIAGNOSIS DIAG ALL  Antenna Information Display PRODUCT : XXXXXXX Product model name and antenna/ACU serial...
  • Page 72 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 8.6 Interface Information Displays the modem/heading type in use and the network connection status. Press  Main Display Move Key F:12.490/11.300 RX:H TX:V TRACKING 062.2 E HDG:120.4 GPS:  Diagnosis Display Press Move Key DIAGNOSIS DIAG ALL Press...
  • Page 73 Operating ACU 8.7 USB Function To use this function, insert a USB flash drive into the right side USB port on the front panel of the ACU. The USB Function includes four menus (Log Download, Firmware Upload, Backup To USB, Restore From USB). Follow the sequence below to access the USB functions.
  • Page 74 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 8.7.1 Log Download Downloads all data logs to the USB flash drive. Press  USB Function Menu Display USB FUNCTION Move Key BACK LOG DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE UPLOAD BACKUP TO USB RESTORE FROM USB USB FUNCTION BACK Press LOG DOWNLOAD...
  • Page 75 Operating ACU If there is not enough free space on the USB drive, the NOT ENOUGH SPACE message is displayed. LOG DOWNLOAD BACK NOT ENOUGH SPACE NOTE If you want to go back to the previous screen, select the BACK option by pressing the Select key. NOTE...
  • Page 76 To use the Firmware Upload function, you must use the exact folder structure in the figure below. The function supports FAT32 or older formatted drives. You upgrade the antenna system by copying the FWP file to the /intellian/t130N/firmware folder on a USB flash drive. You also must rename the FWP file to CTR_ T4.fwp.
  • Page 77 Operating ACU 8.7.3 Backup to USB Backs up the antenna setting files to the USB flash drive. Press  USB Function Menu Display USB FUNCTION Move Key BACK LOG DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE UPLOAD x3 times BACKUP TO USB RESTORE FROM USB USB FUNCTION BACK Press...
  • Page 78 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 8.7.4 Restore From USB Restores the antenna setting by using the setting files saved on the USB flash drive. Press  USB Function Menu Display USB FUNCTION Move Key BACK LOG DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE UPLOAD x4 times BACKUP TO USB RESTORE FROM USB...
  • Page 79 Using AptusNX Chapter 9. Using AptusNX 9.1 Introduction With the embedded AptusNX software, the antenna can be monitored, controlled, and diagnosed remotely from anywhere, anytime through TCP/IP protocol. This saves you the time and cost generated by various maintenance activities, such as upgrading firmware tracking parameter resets, and diagnosing system issues.
  • Page 80 - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.3 Main Page (Page Login) The Intellian software Aptus provides different user access levels to protect the system for safe operation. Depending on the user level, the accessible functions in the software may be limited (see the table below).
  • Page 81 Using AptusNX 9.4 Top Menus Once you log in, the following information and menus are displayed. Item Description ① Target Satellite Displays the name of the targeted satellite. When clicking this top menu area (marked as red dots), the "Quick Status Screen" appears. You can quickly ②...
  • Page 82 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Item Description button to manage the user account The Account, System, and Click the ⑬ Account Button User Mgr. menus are for the user management. Click the Logout button to log- out of the AptusNX web page.
  • Page 83 Using AptusNX 9.5 Account Menu 1. Click the button to manage the user account 2. Select Account, System, or User Mgr. for user management. Select the Logout to logout of AptusNX . 9.5.1 Account Item Description ① Account Updates your password and sets timeouts. You can change your password.
  • Page 84 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.5.2 Registration XX-XX-XXXX XXXXXXXXXXX Item Description ① Enter the product registration information for your convenience. Click the Registration Register (Update) button to apply the settings to the system. Displays the antenna information. • Antenna: Displays the antenna name. ②...
  • Page 85 Using AptusNX 9.5.3 System XX cm / XX inch XX-XXXX-XXXX XX-XXXXX XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXX v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 192.168.2.1 XX : XX 20XX-XX-XX XX : XX : XX Item Description ① System Use this page to display system information and change the antenna name. ②...
  • Page 86 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.5.4 User Manager Editable User Permissions Menu Item Description ① The captain with admin permissions can control and manage user permissions User Manager separately. ② To create a new user, click the Add User button. Then the pop-up window is Add User opened.
  • Page 87 Using AptusNX 9.6 Dashboard The Dashboard menu item provides access to quick monitoring of the antenna status. Once displayed, the Dashboard helps you arrange panels on a single screen, while providing you with a broad view of a variety of information at once. You can customize the dashboard by rearranging the panels to make them more readable and user-friendly.
  • Page 88 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Removing Panels 1. Click the gear icon on the right side of the page (see figure below). The Dashboard Setting window displays. 2. Uncheck the box of the panel that you wish to remove from the dashboard. 3.
  • Page 89 Using AptusNX 9.6.3 How to Use Shortcut Settings Many panels on the dashboard provide a shortcut function. Using the Shortcut button on right side of the panel, you can easily access detailed information and manage settings. 1. Click the Shortcut button indicated by the red mark to open the setting page. 2.
  • Page 90 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8 System Tools This menu sets and displays the F/W Upgrade, iARM Upgrade, iARM Save&Reboot, Satellite Library, Spectrum Graph and Graph function. 9.8.1 Firmware Upgrade v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00...
  • Page 91 Using AptusNX Antenna Firmware Upgrade (Manual Upgrade method) Procedure 1. Choose Manual Upgrade from the pull-down menu of Upgrade Method. Browse and select the upgrade package file to upload. 2. Click the Upload button to transfer the Firmware package file ("*.fwp-in.) to iARM module. The antenna firmware versions are displayed on the pop-up window.
  • Page 92 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8.2 iARM Upgrade v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 v1.00 Item Description ① iARM Upgrade Upgrades the firmware of iARM module. Browse and select the iARM firmware file to upload, and then click Start Upload button.
  • Page 93 Using AptusNX iARM Upgrade Procedure 1. Browse and, in the Windows Open dialog box, select the iARM firmware file (.tgz) that you wish to upgrade. 2. Click the Start Update button to update the iARM firmware. Wait until the page is loaded. NOTE If you select the box "Ignore warnings during installation and force the installation to continue", warning messages do not appear during the upgrade.
  • Page 94 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8.4 Satellite Library Item Description ① Satellite Library Sets the satellite library information. Reads or manages satellite information from the library. • Get Library from ACU: Obtains satellite library file from the ACU. ② •...
  • Page 95 Using AptusNX 9.8.5 Spectrum Graph Item Description Displays a spectrum analyzer, measures an input Rx signal frequency within the ① Spectrum Graph full frequency range, and sets spectrum data view options. The disconnect fault can be checked and solved through spectrum analyzer results. Displays measurement results.
  • Page 96 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8.6 Graph Multi Chart View Single Chart View AZ & EL View Item Description ① This view provides information on the Signal Level, EL Graph, AZ Absolute, AZ Graph Relative, Heading in the Multi Chart, Single Chart or AZ & EL formats. Sets detailed options for the graph.
  • Page 97 Using AptusNX 9.9 System Troubleshooting This menu sets and displays the Diagnosis, Antenna Log, Antenna Event Log and Support function. 9.9.1 Diagnosis Item Description ① Diagnosis Executes antenna diagnosis test to check the antenna status. Select the checkbox for each test that you want to run on the system. You can select all the tests quickly by selecting the top checkbox.
  • Page 98 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 2. Once the diagnosis starts, the page will indicate test status. It should take a few minutes to complete the test. 3. After the diagnosis is completed the system shows the diagnosis results of each item. You can save the results to the ACU by clicking the Save Report button and print this page by clicking the Print button.
  • Page 99 Using AptusNX 9.9.2 Antenna Log Item Description ① Antenna Log Displays the antenna log data. ② Turns on/off the GPS log download option. Click the Apply button to apply the GPS Log Option settings to the system. Any log data within three months can be downloaded. Select the duration on the calendar view that you want to show.
  • Page 100 • View Manual: Click the View Manual button to open the manual web page. ② Manual and Help • Support Desk: Click the Support Desk button to open Intellian's contact details for support. ③ Provides answers for frequently asked questions about the product.
  • Page 101 Using AptusNX 9.10 System Setting This menu sets and displays the Ship, Antenna, Satellite, Network, Modem/BUC, SNMP, Backup & Restore and Mediator function. 9.10.1 Ship Setting Item Description ① Ship Sets the ship information and blockage zones. Sets the GPS position of the vessel for searching for a satellite. Check the GPS status connected to the antenna system.
  • Page 102 • Current Bow Offset (º): Enter the Bow Offset Range (0 – 360°). Click the Apply button to apply the settings to the system. It is important to set up the blockage zones for Intellian VSAT. The VSAT system can be programmed with relative azimuth and elevation sectors to create up to five zones for transmission mute.
  • Page 103 Using AptusNX 9.10.2 Antenna Setting NOTE The Set Rate Sensor Bias function must be used by experienced engineers only. NOTE Item Description Sets current antenna position and search parameters. ① Antenna Setting These parameters should only be changed by an authorized service technician. Improper setting of these parameters will render your system inoperable.
  • Page 104 Refer to the replacement manual for detailed procedures. The separate device (e.g. level indicator) for manual adjustment is not provided by Intellian. ⑧ Enter Setup Mode to modify settings.
  • Page 105 + mechanical skew offset). Mechanical skew offset is set automatically by moving the Pol Angle left or right in the search or tracking mode. • NOTE: Each satellite has its own skew offset. Intellian recommends you to contact your service provider or satellite operator to get the satellite skew offset value.
  • Page 106 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.10.3 Tracking Satellite Setting Item Description ① Tracking Satellite Sets the current tracking satellite settings. Setting Sets the current tracking satellite settings. • Satellite Name: Enter the satellite name. • Longitude (º): Enter the satellite orbit position. •...
  • Page 107 Using AptusNX 9.10.4 Network Configuration This function is available after performing the "9.8.3 iARM Save & Reboot" on page 93. Item Description ① Network Sets the ACU's Internal IP address and ports. Configuration Sets the Management Port's network configuration. The Management Port is located on the ACU front panel.
  • Page 108 • UDP Port: Sets the management port. ⑤ Sys Log • Message Type: Selects message type (Intellian message level) to send to the Configuration management server (Lower number indicates higher emergency). • Syslog Target Level: If you select this target level, the management server receives a log message equal to or less than this level.
  • Page 109 Using AptusNX 9.10.5 Modem/BUC Setting...
  • Page 110 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Item Description ① Modem/BUC Sets the modem and BUC interface. Setting Sets the interface between the ACU and the satellite modem. • Select Modem: Select your modem type from the Select Modem drop-down list for loading a pre-configuration for the type of modem used. The settings related to the modem interface will be set automatically once the modem type is selected.
  • Page 111 Using AptusNX Item Description Enter the connection information of the modem. • Modem IP: Enter the modem IP address. • Port: Enter the connection port. • ID: Enter the connection ID. • Password: Enter the connection password. ④ Modem • Auto Connect: By enabling the auto connect, the connection information is Connection saved and the modem is connected automatically when the system reboots.
  • Page 112 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.10.6 SNMP Setting Item Description ① SNMP Setting Sets SNMP configuration. Sets the SNMP configuration. • SNMP V1/V2 Status: Choose the SNMP mode. • V1/V2 Community Name: Enter the SNMP V2 community name. • V3 Authentication Type: Enter the SNMP V3 authentication mode. •...
  • Page 113 Using AptusNX 9.10.7 Backup & Restore Setting Item Description ① Backup & Backs up & Restores the antenna setting files and the iARM files. Restore Setting • Antenna Backup: Back up antenna settings and parameters to PC by clicking on the Backup button. ②...
  • Page 114 Secondary Antenna's AptusNX View Item Description Intellian's new ACU has embedded Dual Antenna Mediator function, which can be utilized to switch between two Intellian VSAT antenna systems ① Mediator Setting simultaneously. When one antenna is blocked by obstacles or has suddenly lost service, another antenna will immediately provide fail-safe operation to maintain the highest levels of system performance and reliability.
  • Page 115 Using AptusNX Item Description This menu is differently shown in the Primary Antenna's AptusNX and the Secondary Antenna's AptusNX. To clearly distinguish the primary antenna and the secondary antenna, enter a description to each antenna. • Primary: Enter the description for the primary antenna in AptusNX (Editable). ④...
  • Page 116 Min. 30 deg. Polarization Linear Polarization (Co-pol, Cross-pol) NJRC 8 W (standard), 16 W, 25 W (optional) Intellian PLL LNB Dual Antenna System Mediator function is embedded in ACU Single 50 Ω coax RF cable connected from ACU to ADU for Rx,...
  • Page 117 Mediator Interface Embedded in ACU, Primary, Secondary control on AptusNX Input Power 100 ~ 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 A 10.2 Environmental Specification Test Intellian Standard Operational IEC-60945 (-25 °C to +55 °C, Power On) Temperature IEC-60945 Survival (ADE) (-40 °C to +80 °C, Powered On and a non-functional state)
  • Page 118 Intellian Technologies, will (at its sole discretion) repair or replace during the warranty period any product which is proven to be defective in materials or workmanship, in accordance with the relevant product warranty policy.
  • Page 119 Appendix Chapter 12. Appendix 12.1 Appendix A. Tightening Torque Specification This table shows the recommended values of tightening torques. Bolt Size Tightening Torque (N-m) M2.5...
  • Page 120 - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 12.2 Appendix B. Starting Dual Antenna System (Optional) Intellian ACU has the embedded Dual Antenna Mediator function, which can be utilized to switch between two Intellian VSAT antenna systems simultaneously. When one antenna is blocked by obstacles or has suddenly lost service, another antenna will immediately provide a fail-safe operation to maintain the highest levels of system performance and reliability.
  • Page 121 Appendix Assigning Antenna Role Access the AptusNX (IP Address: 192.168.2.1) to manage and control the Dual Antenna System. Go to SETUP > Mediator > Mediator Setting. Select the Yes for the Use Mediator option. 1. Assigning Primary Antenna Role When connecting the primary ACU, which is connected to the modem and the gyrocompass, select "Primary"...
  • Page 122 v85NX - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 12.2.3 Performing Install Wizard To control and manage both of the primary and secondary antenna systems, access the AptusNX with the Primary Antenna. Before starting the Dual Antenna System, perform the Install Wizard of the primary and secondary antenna system.
  • Page 123 Appendix 12.2.4 Monitoring Dual Antenna System You can monitor the performance of the Dual Antenna System via AptusNX. The information of the primary and secondary antennas is shown on the Top Menu bar. On the Dashboard, the Dual Antenna Status, Primary Antenna, and Secondary Antenna panels are displayed for the monitoring.
  • Page 124 During antenna installation, it is important to ensure that once the cable is connected to the antenna, proper waterproofing of the connector must b e done with a self-amalgamating tape. If you need any assistance, please contact Intellian Technical Support (support@intelliantech.com). 12.3.2 Outline of taping...
  • Page 125 Appendix WARNING • Note that you cannot use ordinary electrical tape to waterproof the RF connector. Only self-amalgamating tape is able to waterproof the connector properly. • Failure to do so will result in rust and corrosion to the cable and its connector and this might end up WARNING damaging the antenna.

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