Download
Share
Print this page
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. C-COM Satellite Systems Manuals
  4. Receiver
  5. iNetVu BR300L
  6. User manual

C-COM Satellite Systems iNetVu BR300L User Manual

Mobile system beacon receiver
Hide thumbs

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
®
iNetVu
Mobile System
Beacon Receiver
User Manual
®
The iNetVu
brand and logo are registered trademarks of C-COM Satellite Systems, Inc.
© Copyright 2006 C-COM Satellite Systems, Inc.
1-877-iNetVu6
www.c-comsat.com
Revision 2.1.2
January 15, 2013

Advertisement

loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the iNetVu BR300L and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for C-COM Satellite Systems iNetVu BR300L

  • Page 1 ® iNetVu Mobile System Beacon Receiver User Manual ® The iNetVu brand and logo are registered trademarks of C-COM Satellite Systems, Inc. © Copyright 2006 C-COM Satellite Systems, Inc. 1-877-iNetVu6 www.c-comsat.com Revision 2.1.2 January 15, 2013...
  • Page 2 Mobile System User Manual – Beacon Receiver - Preface Page 2 of 55 This page is intentionally left blank. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    System Specifications: ................... 48 Physical Characteristics: ................49 Environmental Specifications ................. 49 Front Panel Facilities ..................49 Rear Panel Facilities: ..................52 Signal Strength Output Circuit ................ 53 Remote Operation ..................54 Serial Communications RS-232 ..............54 C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 4 Mobile System User Manual – Beacon Receiver - Preface Page 4 of 55 Copyright © 2006. All rights reserved. C-COM Satellite Systems Inc. This document contains information, which is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as followed under the copyright laws.
  • Page 5 10. Installers and end users will be deemed directly liable for any damages resulting from either of their failure to comply with the above rules. These rules are meant C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 6 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help. Note 2: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 8: System Overview

    Fast re-acquisition based on last good position • Interfaces with a full-function controller with features such as automatic stowing, GPS and flux-gate compass and automatic satellite pointing • Reliable acquiring, minimal maintenance • Self-calibrating and tuning after satellite acquisition C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 9: Inetvu ® Antennae

    (respectively) auto-acquire satellite antenna system which can be mounted on the roof of a vehicle for direct broadband access over any configured satellite. The system works seamlessly with the iNetVu® 7024C Controller providing fast satellite acquisition within minutes, anytime anywhere. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 10: Inetvu Mobile Software

    Microsoft® Mouse or compatible pointing device • iNetVu Mobile 7000 Software  Operating System Windows XP, Vista, or W7  CPU 2.0 GHZ  Memory (RAM) 1.0GB  .Net Framework 3.5 installed  Admin level user privileges C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Beacon Receiver And The Inetvu® 5000 Controller

    You may refer to the iNetVu® Shipping Checklist to confirm this. The iNetVu® Mobile System has been designed for either roof rack mounting or mounting directly to a vehicle. The iNetVu ® Mobile Platform should always be secured to the vehicle. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 12: Installation Overview

    Verify IMS, iNetVu® Controller firmware and Beacon Receiver Firmware versions for compatibility. h. Install IMS (iNetVu® Mobile Software). Power on PC, DuraComm® LP-18 Power Supply, iNetVu® Controller, and Beacon Receiver. Start and configure IMS. k. Conduct iNetVu® System Verification Test. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 13: Usb / Serial Connection

    5000 Controller to a free USB Port on the PC. If the iNetVu® 5000 Controller is powered, the PC will detect the new hardware. 2. The New Hardware Wizard will start. Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced), and click Next. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 14 4. Click browse and navigate to the driver folder on the iNetVu® CD, and click Next. 5. Should the following window appear, click Continue Anyway. 6. Congratulations! The USB driver for the iNetVu® 5000 Controller has been installed successfully. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 15: Pre-Configuration Checklist

    LOC/REM button and depressing and releasing the RESET button. The unit will toggle between the LOCAL and REMOTE mode of operation. When the REMOTE mode is selected, REM will be displayed in the lower left corner of the front panel display. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 16: Inetvu® Mobile System Wiring

    USB Cable DB9 Male to Female Serial Cable RX IN Computer Motor Control Cable Sensor Cable RG6 Coaxial Cable Network Cable 100 – 240 VAC Power Cable ® Fig. 1: iNetVu System Wiring Diagram with Beacon Receiver C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 17 Mobile System User Manual – Beacon Receiver Page 17 of 55 Fig. 2: From left to right: Sensor Cable, Motor Control Cable, Tx and Rx RG6 Coaxial Cables C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 18 Connectors labeled “Tx” and “Rx”. 8. Connect the free end of the “Tx” labeled RG6 Coaxial Cable to the Transmit Source. 9. Connect the free end of the “Rx” labeled RG6 Coaxial Cable to the RF-Splitter. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 19 Connectors. These cable connectors are keyed and will only be connected properly when the key is matched to fit the groove, and you are able to tighten the locking ring. 13. Congratulations! The iNetVu® Mobile System wiring has been successfully completed. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 20: Installing Ims

    If the CD does not initiate auto-run, click on My Computer, and select the CD- ROM. Double click iNetVuSetupMenu.exe 2. Select “Install iNetVu Mobile Beacon Receiver Edition” 3. The Setup Wizard will start. Click Next to continue. Fig. 4: Setup Wizard Start-up Screen 4. Click Next to continue. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 21 5. Select your Installation folder and choose the availability of iNetVu® Mobile between Everyone and Just Me. Fig. 6: Installation Folder Selection 6. Confirm the installation by clicking Next. Fig. 7: Installation Confirmation 7. Setup Wizard will now install iNetVu® Mobile. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 22 Installing iNetVu Mobile 5000 8. Congratulations! iNetVu® Mobile software has been successfully installed. Fig. 9: Installation Complete Note: If you are using a Firewall, ensure that you add the iNetVu® Mobile Software to the “allowed/unblocked” list. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 23: Initial Configuration + Verification Test

    Note: If you are using an iNetVu® 950/980 Mobile Platform, ensure that the OMT-TRF is positioned in the appropriate orientation for the Transmit Polarization required. Refer to the Platform Setup and Maintenance Manual for details on how to switch polarity on the OMT-TRF. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 24 11. Enter an IP address or Web Address in the Test Site or IP field. This test address will be “pinged” by IMS to ensure connectivity after you are connected to the network. 12. Right-click the iNetVu® icon and select Advanced Controls. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 25 . This will only need to be done once. 20. Click Stow Dish located in Automatic Control to return the dish to its stowed position. 21. Congratulations! The iNetVu® Mobile System is now ready for use. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 26: Chapter 3: Beacon Receiver And The Inetvu® 9000 Controller

    You may refer to the iNetVu® Shipping Checklist to confirm this. The iNetVu® Mobile System has been designed for either roof rack mounting or mounting directly to a vehicle. The iNetVu ® Mobile Platform should always be secured to the vehicle. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 27: Installation Overview

    8. Power on the iNetVu® Controller, and Beacon Receiver. 9. Verify IMS, iNetVu® Controller firmware and Beacon Receiver firmware versions for compatibility. 10. Determine the receive polarization, as well as the beacon frequency 11. Start and configure IMS. 12. Conduct iNetVu® System Verification Test. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 28: Pre-Configuration Checklist

    LOC/REM button and depressing and releasing the RESET button. The unit will toggle between the LOCAL and REMOTE mode of operation. When the REMOTE mode is selected, REM will be displayed in the lower left corner of the front panel display. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 29: Inetvu® Mobile System Wiring

    Controller behind a router as long as 100 – 240 VAC Network Cable they are on the same network. (See 9000 controller manual for details) Power Cable Fig. 13: System Wiring Diagram for Beacon Receiver and 9000 Controller C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 30 Mobile System User Manual – Beacon Receiver Page 30 of 55 Fig. 14: From left to right: Sensor Cable, Motor Control Cable, Tx and Rx RG6 Coaxial Cables C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 31 Connectors. These cable connectors are keyed and will only be connected properly when the key is matched to fit the groove, and you are able to tighten the locking ring. 12. Congratulations! The iNetVu® Mobile System wiring has been successfully completed. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 32: Initial Configuration + Verification Test

    1. Access the web interface of the iNetVu 9000 Controller. (See 9000 Manual for details) 2. Advance to the maintenance menu, and enter the Satellite Name, and Longitude. Click the ‘Save’ button when complete. Fig. 15: Web Interface – Maintenance Screen C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 33 6. Advance to the Controls screen, Verify that all the Status Panel Indicators are green, and not flashing red. If there are any flashing red indicators on the Status Panel, trouble-shoot those before moving forward. 7. Click Find Satellite located in Automatic Control. Fig. 16: Automatic Control Buttons C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 34 This process only needs to be done once. 13. Click Stow Dish located in Automatic Control to return the dish to its stowed position. 14. Congratulations! The iNetVu® Mobile System is now ready for use. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4: Beacon Receiver And The Inetvu® 7000 Series Controller

    Shipping Checklist to confirm this. ® The iNetVu Mobile System has been designed for either roof rack mounting or mounting ® directly to a vehicle. The iNetVu Mobile Platform should always be secured to the vehicle. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 36: Installation Overview

    9. Verify IMS, iNetVu Controller firmware and Beacon Receiver firmware versions for compatibility. 10. Determine the receive polarization, as well as the beacon frequency. 11. Start and configure IMS. ® 12. Conduct iNetVu System Verification Test. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 37: Pre-Configuration Checklist

    LOC/REM button and depressing and releasing the RESET button. The unit will toggle between the LOCAL and REMOTE mode of operation. When the REMOTE mode is selected, REM will be displayed in the lower left corner of the front panel display. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 38: Inetvu ® Mobile System Wiring

    RX IN or controller) Computer Motor Control Cable Sensor Cable 90 - 264 RG6 Coaxial Cable USB Cable Power Cable Fig. 17: Beacon Receiver and 7000 Controller – Stand Alone USB Connection C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 39: Option 2: Br300L Stand Alone (Modem Free) - Pc Network Connection

    Motor Control Cable communicate with the controller over the network Sensor Cable 90 - 264 VAC RG6 Coaxial Cable Network Cable Power Cable Fig. 18: Beacon Receiver and 7000 Controller – Stand Alone Network Connection C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 40: Option 3: Br300L With Modem - Pc Usb Connection

    Cable SAT OUT DB9 Male to Female Serial Cable (Ensure NULL modem adapter is SAT IN attached to cable or controller) Ensure LNB Power Switch is TURNED OFF on the Beacon Receiver 90 - 264 VAC C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 41: Option 4: Br300L With Modem - Pc Network Connection

    SAT OUT DB9 Male to Female Serial Cable (Ensure NULL A.B.C.D modem adapter is SAT IN 255.255.255.X attached to cable or controller) Ensure LNB Power Switch is TURNED OFF on the Beacon Receiver 90 - 264 VAC C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 42 Fig. 19: From left to right: Motor Cable, Sensor Cable, Tx and Rx RG6 Coaxial Cables Fig. 20: New Gen Cabling from left to right: Sensor Cable, Motor Control Cable, Rx and Tx RG6 Coaxial Cables C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 43: Setting Up Network Configuration On Your Pc

    A.B.C.D+2 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: A.B.C.D (Modem/Router IP) The Gateway is usually the Router IP address. If no router is used, it is usually the VSAT Modem IP Address. Set the DNS IP Addresses if required. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 44: Initial Configuration With Beacon Receiver

    “Configuration”, and enter the controller IP address in the “Controller Configuration” section as depicted in the figure below. USB users may skip this step. Click the “Send All” button once the correct IP address is entered. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 45 RX (Receive Polarity): H (Horizontal Receive), V (Vertical Receive) TX (Transmit Polarity): H (Horizontal Transmit), V (Vertical Transmit) Hemisphere: Service specific Beacon Freq (MHz): Beacon Receiver Frequency in MHz ACQ Attenuation (dB): Power Level of the signal C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 46 14. When complete, you may click on the “Stow Antenna” button, wait until the antenna is stowed, and power off your 7000 Controller. *For more detailed information on the iNetVu® 7000 Controller Software, refer to the iNetVu® 7000 Controller Manual. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5: Inetvu Beacon Receiver Operation

    DC voltage that is linearly proportional to the beacon power. Applications are for antenna step track controlling and uplink power control systems. ® iNetVu BR300L Front View ® iNetVu BR300L Back View C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 48: System Specifications

    LNB Voltage ......+18VDC, Switchable from rear panel, 300 ma, max. M & C ............. RS-232, Switchable, from rear panel M & C Connector ................DB-9, Female Streaming ................ DB-9, Female, (optional) Ethernet Interface ..............RJ-45 Jack (optional) C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 49: Physical Characteristics

    Depressing and releasing the CURSOR button will cause the cursor to move one frequency digit to the right. When the last digit is reached, the cursor will jump to the first frequency digit. When the desired digit is selected, the value of that digit may be changed. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 50 Displayed in the lower left corner when the unit is in the REM: REMOTE mode of operation. Continuously displayed if the unit is not locked to the carrier. The green ALM: LOCK front panel LED will not be lighted. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 51 Mobile System User Manual – Beacon Receiver Page 51 of 55 The signal strength voltage is displayed in volts DC. The range that is displayed is 0.00 to +9.99 VDC. The normal optimum operating level is +7.50 VDC. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 52: Rear Panel Facilities

    + 10 VDC as a function of input signal level. The voltage slope is 0.5 V/dB over a 20 dB input signal change. S2: LNB Voltage, +18 VDC, 500 ma, max., Switchable In/Out on input connector center conductor. AC RECEPTACLE: 90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz Input, auto-sensing. Spare fuse compartment within receptacle. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 53: Signal Strength Output Circuit

    J5: INPUT The frequency input range is 930 to 2300 MHz with an input level range of –30 to –90 dBm per beacon carrier. J5 Input: Type-F Female 75 ohm J6 Input: 50 ohm, N-type, female connector, Optional J7 Input: (SMA optional) C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...

  • Page 54: Remote Operation

    2300.00 and the range of attenuation is 0 to 600. If a frequency of less than 930 or greater than 2300 and/or an attenuation of greater than 600 or a least significant digit of a number other than 0 or 5 is transmitted then ? will be transmitted back. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...
  • Page 55 To poll the unit to see if the changes have been made transmit the following sequence; 0<space>0<space>0<space> The unit will echo back the following: F=1210.99,ATT=26.5,SS=(As determined) If there was an alarm conditions the unit would echo back at the end of the response string the word ALM. C-Com Satellite Systems Inc...