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- Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Document Number: 2014KO-UM0211-V2_0...
- Page 2 Intellian Technologies, Inc., and should not be appropriated without permission by Intellian Technologies, Inc., and the information contained in this manual is the property of Intellian Technologies, Inc. Any and all parts of this manual shall not be reproduced and distributed in any form without prior written consent by Intellian Technologies, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING OF ANTENNA PREPARATION FOR TRANSPORTATION INSTALLING THE ACU ACU DIMENSIONS WARRANTY SELECTION OF INSTALLATION SITE APPENDIX : s6HD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CONNECTING THE SYSTEM TO A GPS DC OUT PORT PC TO ACU COMMUNICATION SETUP OPERATION INSTRUCTION INTRODUCTION... -
Page 4: Introduction
This also enables the channel guide data to remain constantly up to date. Using simple connection to the antenna, the Intellian s6HD with SWM (Single Wiring Multi-switch) enables 16 Receivers to view all DIRECTV channels with the possibility to upgrade to 32 SWM Receivers or DVRs. -
Page 5: Features Of Intellian S6Hd
Plug and play, DIRECTV capable diagnostic. Intellian s6HD uses single cable from the antenna to ACU for simple installation. The Built-in SWM (Single Wiring Multi-switch) and two Wireless Connectivity and Aptus mobile 8-way splitters in the default package of the s6HD enables 16-receiver The built-in WiFi enables the ACU to be wirelessly connected. -
Page 6: Basic System Configuration Of Intellian
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Basic System Configuration For your satellite TV system to function properly, the system will have to be connected with all of the provided components as shown in the figure below (Refer to the next chapter ‘Installation’ in this manual for more detailed connection instructions). -
Page 7: Installation
Installation The components of the Intellian s6HD are designed as module system so that it is suitable for simple installation on all types of vessels. System Components Antenna Unit The antenna of Intellian s6HD is composed with the following components for optimum search and reception of the satellite signal. - Page 8 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Front The Antenna Control Unit (ACU) provides the power to the antenna and controls the various settings of the antenna. The digital VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) allows for easy operation of the ACU, even in the dark.
- Page 9 Installation Kit Contains the items required for securing the antenna unit and ACU to the vessel. Antenna Power Cable 33ft (10m) PC Serial Cable 6ft (1.8m) Item NMEA Connector AK950-2 Flat Washer Spring Washer Hex.Bolt Hex.Head Hex. Nut Wrench Bolt Power Connector AK950-3 Hex Bolt...
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Page 10: Tools Required For Installation
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Tools Required for Installation Power Drill 11 mm Spanner 10 mm Drill Bit Pencil Cross-Head Ø80 mm 5 mm Screwdriver 13 mm Spanner Hole Saw Allen/Hex key Figure 06 : Required Tools for Installation... -
Page 11: Planning The Installation
Planning the Installation Antenna Unit Install the antenna in accordance with the following procedures to insure maximum performance of the antenna. The antenna should be installed in the place where is an all round clear view of the horizon. Please be sure there are no obstacles within 15 degrees above the antenna. -
Page 12: Extending The Cables
You need to follow the power requirements to avoid damage the system. supplied by Intellian Technologies. Intellian s6HD has been designed to work on a boat’s power supply rated at 12V / 24 V DC (acceptable range: 9~30 V DC). -
Page 13: Installation And Mounting Of Antenna
Note: Before installing the antenna you have to remove the radome and remove the shipping foam from the antenna interior. Replace the radome before installation. The system functions will be abnormal if the radome is removed. Ø70 cm (27.5”) Figure 08 : Radome Dimension of s6HD... - Page 14 RF connector from being exposed to the sea water and external shocks. An exposed cable may cause electric shock and cause serious damage to the equipment. 30.4cm (12”) Figure 09 : Mounting Hole Position of s6HD...
- Page 15 Securing Holes for Bolts and Cable Way Connection of the Cable Remove the rubber cap from RF connector. Connect the RF cable to the Make 4 bolt holes of 10mm diameter, one at each corner of a rectangle drawn as below, and make a circular hole of 80mm diameter at the RF connector under the base plate through the access hole using an center of the rectangle through which the cable will run.
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Page 16: Installing The Acu
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Installing the ACU ACU Dimensions Mounting the Antenna Attach the antenna by using the hex head bolts (M8X50L), M8 spring washers, and M8 flat washers supplied. 22.8cm(9”) Antenna Unit Support Deck M8 Flat Washer M8 Spring Washer M8 Hex. -
Page 17: Selection Of Installation Site
Selection of Installation Site The ACU should be installed below deck, in a location that is: • Dry, cool, and ventilated. • Easy access from your main TV viewing area. ACU Installation 1. The ACU should be installed using the two supplied mounting brackets which allow for a top or bottom mounting configuration. - Page 18 Advance Configuration – Up to 32 receivers for DIRECTV 99°W,101°W,and 103°W reception An Intellian 32 receiver expansion kit can be purchased with the antenna. In this configuration 2 SWM 16 switches are mounted below decks. Both switches require a 29v SWM power supply.
- Page 19 Standard Configuration –Single receiver for Legacy DIRECTV reception RF L1 is connected to the ACU. RF L2 is connected directly to the receiver. For multiple receivers a separate multiswitch must be purchased. RF S1 must be connected to the 29v SWM power supply. Note: SWM Power Supply must be connected to S1 to power multiswitch inside antenna radome.
- Page 20 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Standard Configuration – Single or Multiple receivers for Legacy DIRECTV reception RF L1 needs to be connected through the ACU to the RHCP 13v0khz on the multiswitch. RF L2 needs to be connected to the LHCP 18v0khz on the multiswitch.
- Page 21 Standard configuration – Single receiver for Dish Network, Bell TV receptions RF L1 connects through the ACU to RF1 input on the MIM. RF L2 connects to the RF2 input on the MIM. RS-232 serial cable (supplied) is connected from the ACU to the MIM. RF S1 must be connected to the 29v SWM power supply.
- Page 22 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Standard Configuration – Multiple receivers for Dish Network, Bell TV receptions RF L1 connects through the ACU to RF1 input on the MIM. RF L2 connects to the RF2 input on the MIM. RS-232 serial cable (supplied) is connected from the ACU to the MIM.
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Page 23: Connecting The System To A Gps
GPS connector. To do this you will need lengths of cable suitable for connecting to your GPS system and the green 2-way ACU GPS connector supplied with your Intellian s6HDSatellite TV System. To Connect the System to a GPS 1. -
Page 24: Dc Out Port
Multi-band Alignment Control Systems PC to ACU Communication Setup Intellian s6HD with an embedded multi-band alignment control systems You can establish data communication between a PC and the ACU using keeps the multi-feed LNB aligned with the three DIRECTV satellites at one of the following methods. - Page 25 2. By default, the connection security is opened. 2. Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter 3. Use the ACU’s IP address to access Intellian Aptus ® Settings and right-click on the Local Area Connection then click Properties •...
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Page 26: Operation Instruction
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Operation Instruction Introduction Note: Many of the listed functions will only be required only after initial This section of the handbook describes how to setup your Satellite TV installation of your system. Refer to the Quick Installation Guide before operating the system. -
Page 27: Operating The Acu
With the system installed and power applied, the ACU screen will show the following sequence: 1. Data communication is being established INITIALIZE ACU between the antenna and the ACU. The ACU INTELLIAN s6HD is initialized. 2. The antenna is initialized. BACK ENTER... - Page 28 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Changing Target Satellite Tri-Sat Mode Your antenna is pre-programmed with either two (Dual-Sat mode) or three (Tri-Sat mode) candidates of target satellites as a default mode. To change a target satellite, press LEFT soft key. The target satellite is changed and is automatically tracked by the antenna.
- Page 29 Monitoring the Current Antenna Status When the powered on, ACU displays the status of the antenna. The current status of the antenna is displayed as shown below. 1. The antenna is searching Satellite A. 5. Antenna position detail and signal strength are SEARCH A: DTV101 AZ : ###.# EL : ##.#...
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Page 30: Setup Mode
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setup Mode Sleep Mode Begin Setup Mode If the antenna has lost the tracked satellite while in sleep mode, sleep To enter the Setup Mode simply follow the instructions below: mode will be canceled. 1. Press BACK to enter sleep mode. -
Page 31: Setting The Satellite Pair
Setting the Satellite Pair You can change the satellite pair if you decide to receive satellite televi- sion service from a different service provider. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Set satellite B SETUP MODE ? SAT B : DTV99 Press PREV to show previous satellite name. - Page 32 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting GPS It is possible to set up and modify the GPS information, which enhances the antenna functionality. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Press ENTER to move to next screen. SETUP MODE ? LONGITUDE ###.## E...
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Page 33: Edit Satellite Information
Edit Satellite Information It is possible to modify the existing satellite information and input new satellite information into the ACU as well. It is not recommended for a novice satellite service user to use this mode. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. - Page 34 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 13. Input the network ID (NID) for vertical high 9. Input the network ID (NID) for vertical low band. VER LOW NID 0x0003 VER HIGH NID 0x0003 band. INPUT INPUT 14. Input the tracking frequency (MHz) and symbol 10.
- Page 35 Verification Method* 17. Select the Voltage Supply Method* to LNB. VOLTAGE : AUTO (AUTO is recommended) SIGNAL - use only signal level for tracking PREV SELECT NEXT DVB LOCK - use only DVB Lock signal for tracking DVB DECODE - verify satellite using DVB decoding method for tracking DSS DECODE - decode only DSS Lock signal for tracking AGC AFTER DECODE - for tracking Ka-Band satellite 18.
- Page 36 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting the Antenna Parameters It is not recommended for a novice satellite service user to use this mode. Consult Intellian for changing antenna parameters. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Input the WRS LEVEL.
- Page 37 PARAM* Scan Offset DiSEqC Level The scan offset is to offset the angle difference between the The DiSEqC level is to distinguish 0KHz tone and 22KHz tone. black marker on the sub-reflector and the optical sensor. Track Scale Offset RH-LH The track scale is to control the tracking speed while antenna The offset RH-LH is to offset the signal difference between is tracking the satellite.
- Page 38 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting the LNB Local Frequency It is possible to select a local frequency from ACU. It is not recommend- ed for a novice satellite service user to use this mode. Case1. Single band LNB is used.
- Page 39 Case 2. Universal LNB is used (Low band local frequency-9750 MHz/High band local frequency 10600 MHz). 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Press YES to accept the data. SETUP MODE ? SAVE ? Press NO to cancel and return to main setup mode.
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Page 40: Setting The Diseqc Method
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting the DiSEqC Method DiSEqC selection can be made from ACU. It is not recommended for a novice satellite service user to use this mode. 5. Press YES to accept the selection. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. - Page 41 Display Versions This sequence enables you to see what version of antenna and ACU software are installed on your system. 1. Press YES to enter Setup mode. 5. Antenna software version and S/N are shown. SETUP MODE ? ANT S/W VER : 4.00 Press EXIT to return to main setup mode.
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Page 42: Display Power
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Display Power 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Antenna power is shown. SETUP MODE ? ANT POWER : 25.9 V Press any key to return to main setup mode. EXIT 6. IRD voltage with tone is shown. - Page 43 Setting Remote Control 5. SELECT/ENTER - Registers a key on remote 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. FUNC : SLEEP MODE SETUP MODE ? control. NEXT SELECT EXIT 6. Point remote control to ACU. 2. Press NEXT eight times to enter remote control PRESS A REMOTE KEY SET SAT PAIR ? Press any key on remote control for selected...
- Page 44 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 9. REMOTE KEY REGISTED will be displayed if key REMOTE KEY REGISTED has been properly registered. 10. Press NEXT to show next function. FUNC : CHANGE SAT Press EXIT to return to main setup mode.
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Page 45: Setting Antenna Go Position
Setting Antenna Go Position The antenna can be controlled manually by using the ACU. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Input position value for elevation (EL) axis. SETUP MODE ? GO TO EL : ##.# + increases the value. - decreases the value. INPUT Change the underscored digit using the +/- buttons. -
Page 46: Setting Antenna Move Step
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting Antenna Move Step The antenna can be moved by 1° step manually by using ACU. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Move the antenna in the EL axis. SETUP MODE ? STEP EL : ##.# UP - Move the antenna up. - Page 47 Executing Antenna Diagnosis The antenna status can be checked by reviewing the results of the diagnostic self-test of the antenna. Refer to the following codes to understand the test results. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. CODE* 101 has passed. SETUP MODE ? CODE 101 PASSED.
- Page 48 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems CODE* CODE 101 CODE 107 Data communication between antenna and antenna control unit is Skew System is tested. tested. If failed, check the RF cable. if failed, check the control board, skew motor, and skew sensor.
- Page 49 Setting Region 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Select the Region*. SETUP MODE ? REGION : LOS_ANGELES PREV - Shows previous region. PREV SELECT NEXT SELECT - Set the displayed region. NEXT - Shows next region. 2. Press NEXT twelve times to enter load region 6.
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Page 50: Setting The Factory Default Parameters
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting the Factory Default Parameters This will restore the antenna back to factory default settings. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. SETUP MODE ? 2. Press NEXT thirteen times to enter default SET SAT PAIR ? setting mode. -
Page 51: Antenna Control Software
1GB or higher Operating System and Software Software Requirements Operating System Click the icon to start the software. In addition, Intellian also provides Windows XP SP or higher patch files for software upgrade. Framework Microsoft.Net Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 or higher... -
Page 52: Pc To Acu Communication Setup
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems PC to ACU Communication Setup Establish a data communication Access ACU through Serial Communication ® Starting Aptus 1. Connect a 9 pin Serial cable between the PC INTERFACE connector on ® Double-click the Aptus desktop icon, then Communication Window the ACU and the 9 pin Serial port on the PC. -
Page 53: Auto Update
Auto Update ® Intellian Aptus checks and notifies the latest version when it is started to maintain up to date software version by AutoUpdate function. 5. When file downloading is finished, “installing…” message is displayed and Aptus patch runs and the installation starts by InstallShield. -
Page 54: Toolbar Menus
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Toolbar Menus ® The toolbar menus at the top of the screen display command buttons of the most commonly used functions of the Aptus . The toolbar menus consists of 6 main menus; Quick (for quick launch of functions), File (not used on i-series), View(for user layout and work view), Connection(for communication), Utill(not used on i-series) and Help(for reporting problems and information check) . - Page 55 File : Not used on i-Series. View • User Layout: displays the layout list that the user has previously stored by using Layout Manager. If you select a layout in this list, the selected layout will be constructed in Work View screen. The ‘Basic layout’ is provided by default. •...
- Page 56 Selecting Comm. Button will display Communication Window to connect to the ACU via Serial or Network communication. Utill : Not used on i-Series. Help • Report: provides e-mail contact to Intellian technical support team to let the user report problems at any time. ® • Information: displays the information of current Aptus...
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Page 57: System Property Status Dashboard
System Property Status Dashboard The property status dashboard on the left pane of the screen provides the antenna status, the availability of TX transmission, signal level, GPS status, software information, product information and error status to be monitored quickly. Displays the status of the current mode of the antenna. Antenna Status: - Search: Antenna is searching the selected satellite. - Page 58 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Displays the current GPS location from the Antenna information. GPS: The status light flashes green if the system receives a correct input of the GPS. Displays the antenna and the ACU voltage information. Voltage: Displays the antenna and the ACU firmware versions...
- Page 59 Diagnostic Error Report The square button next to the Diagnostic Error Report turns red when the system receives an error. Click the button to see a Diagnostic Report.
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Page 60: Work View Tabs
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Work View Tabs Aptus® provides seven Work View Tabs (Antenna Basic View, Antenna Advanced View, Satellite ViewMonitor View, Graph View, Diagnostic /Network View, and GUI View) to manage the Antenna and the Satellite configuration. How to modify the settings on Work View;... - Page 61 - Antenna Angle: displays and sets current antenna’s absolute and -Tilt Sensor Bias: not used on i-series. relative AZ (azimuth) position, EL (elevation) position and polarization - Rate Sensor: not used on i-series (between Linear and Circular). You can move antenna azimuth and elevation position and LNB Pol angle by using the arrows or inputting a - Antenna Parameter: used to set the antenna parameter settings.
- Page 62 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 3. Satellite (Satellite View) - Threshold Setting • Initial Sat Count: Set the threshold count for maintaining tracking. The name, longitude, verification method of the satellite and LNB local • Set Verify Time:Set the time of verifying whether the signal detected is frequency are displayed.
- Page 63 - Dual Satellite Mode/ Triple Satellite Mode: Registers the target satellite. - Edit Satellite Information: push the “Edit Satellite Information” button to update the information after modifying values. • Pushing ‘Register for Sat A’ or ‘Register for Sat B’ button after selecting the satellite in the list box makes it possible to register A or B in Dual Satellite Mode.
- Page 64 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 4. Graph - Start/Stop Save: the chosen item is saved within the data log. The data This view provides information on Signal, Elevation (EL), Absolute AZ log which stores the information displayed in the graphs can be later...
- Page 65 5. Monitor - Tracking: not used on i-series. This view provides a UI which can monitor all data that has been received from the ACU. - Rate Sensor Bias: not used on i-series. - Tilt Sensor Bias: not used on i-series. - Show Param: shows the current antenna parameters.
- Page 66 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 6. Diagnostic / Network • Power (Ant.): tests the antenna power to see whether or not it This view provides Antenna Diagnostic Testing and Network Settings. is within the nominal operating range. • Power (ACU): tests the ACU power to see whether or not it is within the nominal operating range.
- Page 67 • Network Setting: • Wifi Setting: the network IP address. Power select to turn on or off Wifi network function. Subnet Mask the network subnet mask. SSID the SSID is the network name shared among all devices in a wireless net- work.
- Page 68 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 7. GUI 8. Work View Functions This view shows a graphical representation of the current antenna position which allows you to easily identify whether or not the antenna The seven Work View Tabs displayed in the Work View can be arranged is aligned properly to the target satellite or is in a block zone.
- Page 69 Move the selected Work View Tab to the center position of Move the selected Work View Tab the Work View layout. to the bottom position of the Work View layout. - Horizontal or Vertical Tab Group The Work View Tabs can be also aligned horizontally or vertically. Without dragging them out, right-click the mouse button on a desired Move the selected Work View Tab Tab header and select ‘New Horizontal Tab Group’...
- Page 70 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems - Zoom Tool Using the Zoom tool, you can easily select the magnification you want by using Zoom In and Zoom Out bar, and Fit in Work View button. View Name Button: displays the current Work View name.
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Page 71: Preparation For Transportation
5. Cover upper part of radome. Be careful not to touch the reflector when assembling upper part of radome. 6. Pack Intellian s6HD into the original package box. Shipping Restraint Bottom of the radome... -
Page 72: Warranty
Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Warranty This product is warranted by Intellian Technologies Inc., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of THREE (3) YEARS on parts and ONE (1) YEAR on labor performed at Intellian Technologies, Inc. -
Page 73: Appendix : S6Hd Technical Specification
Appendix : s6HD Technical Specification General Antenna system performance Ku-band (10.7 to 12.75 GHz) Approvals Frequency Ka-band (18.3 ~ 20.2 GHz) CE – conforms to EU Directive 89/336/EEC FCC – verified to CFR47:Part 15 Minimum EIRP 47 dBW Dimensions Azimuth range 680°... - Page 74 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems APAC Americas EMEA Maritime Technical Center supportAPAC@intelliantech.com supportEMEA@intelliantech.com MTC@intelliantech.com supportAMERICAS@intelliantech.com Headquarters Irvine Office Rotterdam Office Busan Office Intellian Technologies, Inc. Intellian Technologies USA, Inc. Intellian B.V. Intellian Technologies, Inc. 348-5 Chungho-Ri, Jinwi-Myeon 9004 Research Drive...
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