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Intellian X130D PM Installation & Operation User Manual

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  • Page 1 X130D PM 1.25m Ku-Ka Dual-Band Maritime VSAT Antenna System Installation & Operation User Guide...
  • Page 2 © 2021 Intellian Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Intellian and the Intellian logo are trademarks of Intellian Technologies, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The X130D PM is a trademark of Intellian Technologies, Inc. Intellian may have patents, patent applications, trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights covering subject matter in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1. Precautions 1.1 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 1.2 General Precautions Chapter 2. Certifications Chapter 3. Introduction 3.1 Intellian X130D PM Introduction 3.2 Intellian X130D PM 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 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.4 Antenna System Configurations 6.4.1 Single Antenna System Configuration 6.4.2 Dual Antenna System Configuration (Optional) 6.5 ACU Cable Connection 6.5.1 ACU Back Panel Connectors 6.5.2 ACU Connector Pinout Guide 6.5.3 Connecting ACU to Ship Gyrocompass 6.6 ACU to PC Communication Setup...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 9.8 System Tools 9.8.1 Software Upgrade 9.8.2 Library 9.8.3 Backup and Restore 9.8.4 Reset 9.8.5 Logs 9.8.6 Diagnostic Chapter 10. Specification 10.1 Antenna Specification 10.2 RF Specification 10.3 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Specification 10.4 Packing Specification 10.5 Environmental Specification Chapter 11.
  • Page 6 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System List of Figures Chapter 4. Planning Installation Figure 1: Elevation Limit of Obstacles Figure 2: Potential RF Interference Figure 3: RF Radiation Hazard Area 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 8. Operating ACU Figure 36: ACU Front Panel View Chapter 12. Appendix Figure 37: Flow Chart of Establishing Dual Antenna System...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1. Precautions

    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: Chapter 2. Certifications

    Chapter 2. 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 10: Chapter 3. Introduction

    Ku- and Ka-band services on multiple orbits, the X130D PM allows limitless choices in the selection of satellite communication. This makes it an ideal solution for use in military applications such as defense and intelligence operations.

  • Page 11: Chapter 4. Planning Installation

    Planning Installation 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. To maximize the performance of the system, a thorough review of this installation guide is strongly recommended.

  • Page 12: Avoid Rf Interference

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 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 13: System Package

    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 14: Packing List

    X130D PM - 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 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Antenna Control Unit (ACU) AC Power Cord (CEEE7/7) 1.5 m...

  • Page 15: System Cables (Customer Supplied)

    • Max. cable length: IFL flatness guarantee length (IFL flatness <2.0dB@250MHz band) NOTE 4.3.2 Gyrocompass Cable (Customer Supplied) The following general types of gyrocompass cables are recommended for compatible connection to Intellian antennas used in various vessel environments. Standard NMEA 2000 NMEA 0183...

  • Page 16: Unpacking System Package

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 4.4 Unpacking System Package The pallet should be lifted by a forklift. To unpack the wooden crate, follow the procedure below or refer to the Wooden Crate Unpack Guide attached on the crate.
  • Page 17 Planning Installation 3. Remove Remove the clips (6 ea) on the top panel, and then detach the top panel by carefully pulling it as shown in the figure below. WARNING The brackets at the top two edges help the top panel to move stabily. When removing the top panel, ensure it doesn't fall on the radome.

  • Page 18: Chapter 5. Installing Above Deck Unit (Adu)

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 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 19: Figure 8: Antenna Bottom View

    Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) Cable Entry Direction Radome Hatch BOW mark Mounting Hole (4 ea) Figure 8: Antenna Bottom View Radome Hatch Direction Cable Entry Figure 9: Antenna Top View (Inside Radome)

  • Page 20: Antenna Mounting Hole Pattern

    X130D PM - 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 21: Designing Mast

    Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 5.3 Designing Mast The installation mast must be robust enough to prevent flex, vibration, and sway when an external force is exerted on the mast with antenna and radome attached. Refer to the following mast drawings for more details.

  • Page 22: Figure 11: Recommended Size Of Mast

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Unit: mm (inches) 247.5 (9.7) 4 - Ø15 (0.6) Hole Ø445.0 (17.5) Plate Thickness Min. 10.0 (0.4) Ø200.0 (7.9) Max. 20.0 (0.8) Ø22.0 (0.9) Figure 11: Recommended Size of Mast...

  • Page 23: Routing Rf Cable On Mast

    Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 5.4 Routing RF Cable on Mast The cable must be routed from the antenna and through the ship to connect to the antenna control unit. When pulling the cable in place, avoid sharp bends, kinking, and excessive force. After placing cable, seal the deck penetration gland and tie the cable securely in place.

  • Page 24: Removing Antenna From Wooden Pallet

    X130D PM - 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 Hex Head Screw (2 ea) from each of the radome brackets (4 ea) using a wrench.

  • Page 25: Moving Antenna Above Mast

    5.6 Moving Antenna Above Mast The Intellian antenna comes with the lifting strap pre-mounted. 1. Check the condition of the lifting strap and ensure the shackles are tightened up. 2. Lift the antenna above the mast using a crane, and then carefully lower the antenna toward the mast.

  • Page 26: Mounting Antenna On Mast

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.7 Mounting Antenna on Mast 1. Bring the M12 x 80L hex head 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 27 Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) NOTE • Check the positions of BOW mark, cable glands, and cable brackets when mounting antenna on the mast. • Make sure the cable from the mast is aligned with the cable entry on the bottom of the antenna for stable connection.

  • Page 28: Connecting Rf Cable To Antenna

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5.8 Connecting RF Cable to Antenna To connect the system cable, access the inside of the radome through the radome hatch. Make sure that there is sufficient space to open the hatch underneath the radome. For the cable connections, terminate cables at each end using proper tools.

  • Page 29: Routing Rx, Tx And Power Cables

    Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 5.8.2 Routing Rx, Tx and Power cables When routing cables, loosely tie the cables on the cable bracket using cable ties. After connecting the cables to the connectors inside the Cable Ties radome, adjust the cable length and fix the cables on the brackets by fastening the cable ties securely.

  • Page 30: Figure 18: Inserting Cables Through Cable Glands

    2. Terminate the Antenna RF cables with N (M) connectors and Antenna Power Cable with MS 3-pin (F) connector inside the radome. Intellian recommends using genuine cable connectors and tools. Refer to the cable termination instructions provided by the connector manufacturers.

  • Page 31: Figure 20: Cable Connections To Power Box

    Installing Above Deck Unit (ADU) 4. Terminate the supplied MS 3-pin (F) connector at the end of AC Power Cable and Plug into the MS 3-pin connector on the Power Box. MS 3-pin Connector Antenna Power Cable MS 3-pin (F) (From Vessel Power) DC Power(BUC) Cable (Pre-connected to Slip Ring)

  • Page 32: Closing Radome Hatch

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5. You must secure the cable on the cable bracket in front of the power box using a cable tie after plugging the antenna power cable. Figure 21: Securing the Antenna Power Cables on the Bracket 5.8.4 Closing Radome Hatch...

  • Page 33: Chapter 6. Installing Below Deck Unit (Bdu)

    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 34: Mounting Acu

    X130D PM - 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 35: Antenna System Configurations

    Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.4 Antenna System Configurations The Intellian Dual-band Antenna system is versatile and supports several configurations. Refer to the following block diagrams to connect system cables. For the proper operation of the satellite communication system, the required components must be connected as shown in the figures below. Separate purchase of a satellite modem, switch router and ship’s gyrocompass may be needed.

  • Page 36: Dual Antenna System Configuration (Optional)

    X130D PM - 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 37: Chapter 6. Installing Below Deck Unit (Bdu)

    Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) Dual Antenna System Configuration with NGSO Modem Antenna 1 Antenna 2 (Main Antenna) (Sub Antenna) Above Decks Below Decks 100~240 VAC 100~240 VAC Ship's Gyrocompass (Customer Supplied) ACU 2 Antenna Antenna Antenna Antenna 100~240 VAC Modem 1 Modem 1 Ship's Gyrocompass...

  • Page 38: Figure 27: Dual Antenna System Configuration With Ngso And Gso Modem

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Dual Antenna System Configuration with NGSO & GSO Antenna 1 Antenna 2 Above Decks Below Decks 100~240 VAC 100~240 VAC Ship's Gyrocompass (Customer Antenna Antenna ACU 2 Supplied) Antenna Antenna 100~240 VAC NMEA...

  • Page 39: Figure 28: Dual Antenna System And Intelligent Mediator Configuration With Ngso Modem

    Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) Dual Antenna System and Intelligent Mediator Configuration with NGSO Modem Antenna 1 Antenna 2 (Main Antenna) (Sub Antenna) Above Decks Below Decks 100~240 VAC 100~240 VAC ACU 1 ACU 2 Modem Modem Modem Modem 100~240 100~240 ACU Rx 1 Ship's Gyrocompass...

  • Page 40: Acu Cable Connection

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 6.5 ACU Cable Connection 6.5.1 ACU Back Panel Connectors The following figure shows the ACU back panel connectors. Antenna Control Unit (ACU) LAN 2 LAN 4 Rx: Antenna, Tx: Antenna, Modem 1, Modem 2,...
  • Page 41 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) Modem Secondary TX and RX RF Connectors RF SMA Type Female Conductor Function Inner Signal Outer NMEA 2000 Input Micro-C 5-Pin Male Signal Shield NET-S NET-C NET –H NET –L NMEA (NMEA 0183) Input 2-Pin Terminal Block Signal HEADING IN HEADING GND...
  • Page 42 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System MODEM1/MODEM2 CONSOLE - GPS/Modem (Lock, Mute) D-Sub 9-Pin Male Signal GPS_OUTA LOCK MUTE0 GPS_OUTB MUTE1 BUC Interface - RS232/RS422 Connector D-Sub 9-Pin Male • For Ku-band - RS232 • For Ka-band (Optional) - RS422...
  • Page 43 Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) ETHERNET (LAN) Connector (LAN 1~LAN 4) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RJ-45 Female Signal WiFi Dongle USB Connector USB A Female Signal +5 V DATA- DATA+...

  • Page 44: Connecting Acu To Ship Gyrocompass

    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 step-by-step or synchro output standard, a NMEA Converter should be used to convert the input to NMEA 0183.

  • Page 45: Acu To Pc Communication Setup

    Installing Below Deck Unit (BDU) 6.6 ACU to PC Communication Setup You can establish the data communication between the ACU and a PC using a TCP/IP (Ethernet), USB, or Wi-Fi connection 6.6.1 TCP/IP Connection Connection through Front Panel Management Port The network is automatically configured by DHCP with no additional PC IP configuration.

  • Page 46: Wi-Fi Connection

    6.6.2 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 47: Chapter 7. Operating Install Wizard

    Operating Install Wizard Chapter 7. Operating Install Wizard 7.1 Turning On System Make sure the antenna has a clear view of the sky. 1. Open the Radome Hatch and Power Switch Cover on top of Power box. 2. Change the Circuit Breaker lever to ON. 3.

  • Page 48: Accessing Aptusnx

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 7.2 Accessing AptusNX The network is automatically configured by DHCP with no additional PC IP configuration required. 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the management LAN port on the ACU front panel to a LAN port of a PC.
  • Page 49 Operating Install Wizard NOTE The input parameters change depending on the modem selected. Parameters with an asterisk (*) are required. NOTE 3. For Modem Verify, turn on or off the modem lock function (On / Off) - On: Regards as the target satellite. - Off: Regards as the target satellite if the signal level is greater than the tracking level threshold regardless of modem lock.

  • Page 50: Starting Install Wizard

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 7.4 Starting Install Wizard The Install Wizard will guide you 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. You can exit the wizard at any time.
  • Page 51 Operating Install Wizard ü Step 2: Heading Set the ship’s heading device. • Heading Device indicator: 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. •...
  • Page 52 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System ü Step 3: Modem • Connection Port : Select the port from the Connection Port drop-down list. • Preset: Select the modem from the Preset drop-down list. - In case of connection to each port, it should be set to all ports.
  • Page 53 Operating Install Wizard ü Step 4: Set Bow Offset For setting BOW offset, select one of two satellite tracking types and a trackable satellite. • Tracking Type: Select Control by Modem or Manual for the Tracking Type. - Control By Modem: Sets the received satellite information automatically. - Manual: If a GEO modem is not connected, you need to set bow offset manually.
  • Page 54 ü Step 5: Blockages 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 where transmission is muted. The AZ START is the relative azimuth angle where the blockage starts, and the AZ END is the relative azimuth angle where the blockage ends (Range: 0 ~ 360).

  • Page 55: Chapter 8. Operating Acu

    Operating ACU Chapter 8. Operating ACU 8.1 ACU Front Panel View The following figure shows the features on the front panel of the ACU. OLED Display POWER Indicator MOVE Button SELECT Button Management Port ERROR Indicator POWER Button TRACKING Indicator Figure 36: ACU Front Panel View The following table describes the function of each button.

  • Page 56: Acu Display Menu

    X130D PM - 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 The following table shows the function of each button. Item Description ① Satellite Lock Displays the satellite lock status.

  • Page 57: Startup

    Operating ACU 8.3 Startup After the system is installed and power is applied, the ACU display will show the following sequence. ü Startup Intellian Intellian Logo is displayed. X130D ü Initialize INITIALIZE ü Antenna's Status F:12.490/11.300 RX:R TX:R Searching, Tracking SEARCHING 062.2 E...
  • Page 58 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System When the antenna is controlled by AptusNX, the ACU displays the control mode status. ü Control Mode Status SETUP MODE Setup Mode If the antenna does not communicate with ACU, the COMMUNICATION ERROR is displayed.

  • Page 59: Antenna Information

    Operating ACU 8.4 Antenna Information Displays the Antenna/ACU serial number, Software Version of the product. Press MOVE Button F:12.490/11.300 RX:R TX:R ü Main Display TRACKING 062.2 E HDG:120.4 ü Antenna Information Display PRODUCT : X130D ANT: XD321070002 Version Product model name and antenna/ACU serial ACU: PVP21040002 v1.00.00 numbers are displayed.

  • Page 60: Chapter 9. Using Aptusnx

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 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 61: Main Page (Page Login)

    Using AptusNX 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 range of function in the software can be limited. Log into the ACU by typing in User ID and Password. The following are the factory default values.

  • Page 62: Top Menus

    Updates AptusNX after reloading all information on the Antenna (Ship, Antenna Ant. Info Angle, Target satellite information, IFL balancing, Blockage setting, etc.). Click the Intellian button to manage the user account. The Account and ⑩ System menus are for user management. Click the Logout button to log out of Intellian the AptusNX web page.

  • Page 63: Account Menu

    Using AptusNX 9.5 Account Menu 1. Click the Intellian button to manage the user account. 2. Select Account, User Management or System Information for user management. Select Logout to log out of AptusNX . 9.5.1 Account Item Description ① Account Updates your password and sets timeout.

  • Page 64: User Management

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.5.2 User Management Editable User Permissions Menu Item Description ① User Sets the user ID and password information. Management Creates new user accounts. To create a new user account, do the following: 1. Click the Add ( ) button. The User Account window is displayed.

  • Page 65: System Information

    Using AptusNX 9.5.3 System Information X130D VX1-12B-1N330 XD321070002 VP-T86X1 PVP21040002 Item Description ① System Use this page to display system information and change the antenna name. ② System Displays antenna information. Information Enter the Antenna name. ③ Antenna Information Click the Apply button to set the antenna name.

  • Page 66: Dashboard

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 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.

  • Page 67: How To Add & Remove Panels (Dashboard Setting)

    Using AptusNX 9.6.1 How to Add & Remove Panels (Dashboard Setting) Adding Panels 1. Click the gear icon on the right side of the page (see figure below). The Dashboard Setting window displays. 2. Check the box of the panel that you wish to add to the dashboard. 3.

  • Page 68: How To Use Shortcut Settings

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.6.2 How to Use Shortcut Settings Many panels on the dashboard provides shortcut function. Using the Shortcut button on right side of the panel, you can easily access detailed information and manage settings.

  • Page 69: System Setting

    Using AptusNX 9.7 System Setting This menu sets and displays the Ship, Antenna, Satellite, Modem, BUC, Network, WiFi, Mediator and IFL Balancing functions. 9.7.1 Ship Setting Item Description ① Ship Sets the ship information and blockage zones.
  • Page 70 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 where transmission is muted.

  • Page 71: Antenna Setting

    Using AptusNX 9.7.2 Antenna Setting...
  • Page 72 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Item Description Sets current antenna position and search parameters. ① Antenna These parameters should only be changed by an authorized service technician. Improper setting of these parameters will render your system inoperable. The system must be in Setup Mode to modify these settings.
  • Page 73 + mechanical skew offset). Mechanical skew offset is set automatically by moving the Pol Angle left or right in the tracking mode. NOTE: Each satellite has its own skew offset. Intellian recommends that you contact your service provider or satellite operator to get the satellite skew offset value.
  • Page 74 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System NOTE The following table shows the default value of each antenna setting. NOTE Item Value Tracking level Thresholds Setting Detect Level Tx Enable Search Step Search1 Azimuth Search Parameter Search1 Elevation Search3 Azimuth...

  • Page 75: Satellite Setting

    Using AptusNX 9.7.3 Satellite Setting Item Description ① Satellite Sets the current tracking satellite settings. • Library: Select the Satellite from the Library drop-down list. ② NOTE: Refer to "8.8.2 Library" on page 88 to get information and edit Select Satellite details.
  • Page 76 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Item Description Displays the selected library information and sets the current tracking satellite settings. • Satellite Name: Enter the satellite name. • Longitude (º): Enter the satellite orbit position. • Skew Offset (º): Enter the skew offset.

  • Page 77: Modem Setting

    Using AptusNX 9.7.4 Modem Setting WiFi Mediator IFL Balancing Item Description ① Modem Sets the modem interface. Sets the interface between the Antenna and the satellite modem. • Connection Port: Select the port from the Connection port drop-down list (1/2). In case of connection the each port, It should be set all port. •...

  • Page 78: Buc Setting

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.7.5 BUC Setting Item Description ① Sets the BUC interface.
  • Page 79 Using AptusNX Item Description This function is activated depending on the BUC type. Displays current BUC status information (Model, Power Class, Tx Status, Temperature, RF Output Power, Tx Local Frequency, Tx Polarity, Tx PLL ② BUC Status Lock, Rx Local Frequency, Rx Polarity, Rx PLL Lock, Serial Number, Software Version).

  • Page 80: Network Setting

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.7.6 Network Setting WiFi Mediator IFL Balancing Item Description ① Network Sets the ACU's Internal IP address and ports. Sets the Management Port's network configuration. The Management Port is located on the ACU front panel.

  • Page 81: Wifi Setting

    Using AptusNX 9.7.7 WiFi Setting X130D_9696 Item Description ① WiFi Sets the WiFi access information. Sets the WiFi access point configuration. The indicator next to the title shows the WiFi dongle connection status. (Blue: The WiFi dongle is connected. Black: The WiFi dongle is not connected.) •...

  • Page 82: Mediator Setting (Optional: For Dual Antenna System)

    Cancel Apply Item Description Intellian's new ACU has an embedded Dual Antenna Mediator function, which is used to instantly switch between two Intellian VSAT antenna systems. When one ① Mediator antenna is blocked by obstacles or has suddenly lost service, the other antenna will immediately provide fail-safe operation to maintain the highest levels of system performance and reliability.
  • Page 83 Using AptusNX Item Description This function is available in the Main Antenna's AptusNX when both Main and Sub Roles' ACUs are connected to the system. Displays Main Antenna information when you select Main for the Antenna Mode. ③ • Antenna Mode: If the ACU's Modem RX/TX port is connected to the modem, Antenna select the Main for the Antenna mode.
  • Page 84 • Sub Antenna is connected to the ACU's Modem RX/TX port to the Main Antenna's ACU. Item Description Intellian's new ACU has an embedded Dual Antenna Mediator function, which is used to switch instantly between two Intellian VSAT antenna systems. When one ①...

  • Page 85: Ifl Balancing

    Using AptusNX 9.7.9 IFL Balancing Item Description ① IFL Balancing Sets the cable length and IFL (inter-facility link) configuration. Sets the Cable Length configuration. The gain is set according to the cable length. • Cable Type: Select the Cable type from the Cable Type drop-down list. •...

  • Page 86: System Tools

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8 System Tools This menu sets and displays the S/W Upgrade, Library, Backup & Restore, Reset, Logs and Diagnostic system tools. 9.8.1 Software Upgrade Item Description ① S/W Upgrade Upgrades the antenna software package.
  • Page 87 Using AptusNX Antenna Software Upgrade Procedure: 1. Click the Browse button and, in the Windows Open dialog box, select the upgrade package file to upload. 2. Click the Upload button to transfer the software package file (*.bin) to the antenna module. The antenna Software versions are displayed on the pop-up window.

  • Page 88: Library

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8.2 Library Item Description ① Library Sets the satellite library information. Upload or download the GEO satellite library. • Select Library file to upload: Click Browse to select the library file to upload, ②...

  • Page 89: Backup And Restore

    Using AptusNX 9.8.3 Backup and Restore Item Description ① Backup and Backs up user configuration files to a PC and restores the host/antenna settings. Restore Backup or restore Host Controller setting. • Host Controller Backup: Stores user host configuration files on your PC. Click Host Controller the Backup button to store the antenna configuration on your PC.

  • Page 90: Reset

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8.4 Reset Item Description ① Reset Resets the antenna system, settings and logs. ② Click the Reboot button to reboot the host controller. Reboot ③ Click the Clear button to clear all host controller logs.

  • Page 91: Logs

    Using AptusNX 9.8.5 Logs Item Description ① Logs Downloads the antenna log data. Allows you to download ACU and antenna log files for a specified date range. • From/To: Sets the date range for which you want to download files. Any log data up to a month old can be downloaded.

  • Page 92: Diagnostic

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 9.8.6 Diagnostic AZ Motor EL Motor CL Motor Item Description ① Diagnostic Executes antenna Diagnostic test to check the antenna status. Select the checkbox for each test that you want to run on the system. You can ②...
  • Page 93 Using AptusNX Diagnostic Procedures: 1. Select the checkbox for each test that you want to run on the system. Click the Start button to run the Diagnostic test. Idle Idle AZ Motor Idle Idle EL Motor Idle CL Motor Idle Idle Once the Diagnostic test starts, the page will indicate test status.

  • Page 94: Chapter 10. Specification

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Chapter 10. Specification 10.1 Antenna Specification Item Specification Platform Three Axis: Azimuth, Elevation, Cross-level Azimuth Unlimited Pedestal Motion Elevation -20° to +115° Range Cross-Level Up to ± 37º Roll ± 20° at 6 second Pitch ±...

  • Page 95: Antenna Control Unit (Acu) Specification

    201 cm x 192 cm x 200 cm (L x W x H, 79.13" x 75.59" x 78.74") Package Weight 380 kg (837.8 lbs) 10.5 Environmental Specification Test Intellian Standard Operational IEC-60945 (-25 °C to +55°C / Power On) MIL-STD-810H Temperature Survival IEC-60945 (-40 °C to +80 °C / Powered On and a non-functional state)
  • Page 96 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Test Intellian Standard IEC-60068-2-27 Method Ea 20 g/7 ms Operational MIL-STD-810H Shock Survival (Transient) IEC-60721-3-6 Class 6M3 type II 30 g/6 ms Survival (Bump) IEC60721-3-6 Class 6M3 25 g/6 ms Saline Solution: 5 ±1% NaCl, PH 6.5 to 7.2...

  • Page 97: Chapter 11. Warranty

    6 months of the shipment date. Intellian Technologies warranty does not apply to a product that has been damaged and subjected to accident, abuse, misuse, non-authorized modification, incorrect and/or non-authorized service, or to a product on which the serial number has been altered, mutilated or removed.

  • Page 98: Chapter 12. Appendix

    X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Chapter 12. Appendix 12.1 Tightening Torque Specification This table shows the recommended values of tightening torques. Bolt Size Tightening Torque (N-m) M2.5...

  • Page 99: Terminating The Ms 3-Pin (F) Connector On Ac Power Cable

    Appendix 12.2 Terminating the MS 3-pin (F) Connector on AC Power Cable To terminate the supplied MS 3-pin (F) connector on the end of AC Power Cable, follow the steps below. 1. Prepare the MS-3 (F) Connector, AC Power Cable and Heat Shrinkable Tube.
  • Page 100 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System 5. Tread the line into the MS-3 (F) Connector groove by referring to pinmap. Heat shrink the tube after soldering the cable and connector. Neutral (A) FG (C) 145-15 Live (B) MS 3-pin connector...

  • Page 101: Starting Dual Antenna System (Optional)

    Appendix 12.3 Starting Dual Antenna System (Optional) Intellian ACU has the embedded Dual Antenna Mediator function, which is used to instantly switch between two Intellian VSAT antenna systems. 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 102 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Setting the Main Antenna The Main Antenna is connected to the ACU's Modem RX/TX port and to the modem. 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Management LAN port on the front of the Main ACU to the LAN port of a PC.
  • Page 103 Appendix Operation Mode Cancel Apply Mediation Configuration Change Role Option Timeout(sec) Signal Threshold Modem Lock Broadcast Enable Disable Cancel Apply...
  • Page 104 X130D PM - Maritime VSAT Antenna System Setting the Sub Antenna Sub Antenna is connected the ACU's Modem RX/TX port to the Main Antenna's ACU. You must connect the Main Antenna before you can set the Sub Antenna. To connect the Main Antenna, follow the steps of "Setting the Main Antenna"...

  • Page 105: Monitoring Dual Antenna System

    Appendix 12.3.3 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 monitoring.