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Intellian i6 Installation And Operation User Manual

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Installation and Operation
User Guide
Document Number: 2012G4-UM1004-V1_0

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation User Guide Document Number: 2012G4-UM1004-V1_0...
  • Page 2 ® 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. The information contained in this manual shall be subject to change at any...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION OPERATION USING PC CONTROLLER PROGRAM INTRODUCTION TO INTELLIAN i6/i6P/i6PE INTRODUCTION FEATURES OF INTELLIAN i6/i6P/i6PE PROGRAM INITIALING AND SERIAL PORT SETUP BASIC SYSTEM CONFIGURATION OF INTELLIAN i6/i6P/i6PE MAIN MENU CONTROLLER MENUS INSTALLATION SYSTEM COMPONENTS PREPARATION FOR TRANSPORTATION TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The i6/i6P/i6PE has a built-in GPS system which enhances the speed Easy installation and outstanding reliability of satellite signals acquisitions. The i6P/i6PE has an embedded auto skew angle control system to maintain the optimal signal strength Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE uses only one RF cable for installation.
  • Page 5 Built-in GPS Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE has an embedded GPS, which allows for the system to upload the GPS data automatically into the system for an even faster and stable system. Built-in automatic skew angle control system The automatic skew control system allows Intellian i6P/i6PE to maintain the optimal skew angle at all times and ensure maximum level of satellite signal level.

  • Page 6: Basic System Configuration Of Intellian I6/I6P/I6Pe

    (see the “Installation” section of this manual). Separate purchase of a satellite receiver and a TV is required. Note: Dish and Bell TV users please refer to the Intellian Dish MIM Installation and User Manual. TV (Not supplied)

  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation The components of the Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE have been designed to be modular enabling simple installation on all types of vessels. System Components Antenna Unit The antenna of Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE is manufactured with the following components for the optimum search and reception of the satellite signal.
  • Page 8 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Front Antenna Control Unit (ACU) provides the power to the antenna and con- trols the various settings of the antenna. Additionally, Vacuum Fluores- cent Display (VFD) allows for you to operate the ACU in the dark.
  • Page 9 Installation Kit Contains the items required for securing the antenna unit and ACU to the vessel. Antenna Power Cable PC Serial Cable 1.8m Item Flat Washer NMEA Connector AK950-2 Hex.Bolt Spring Washer Hex.Head Hex. Nut Wrench Bolt Power Connector AK950-3 Hex Bolt M8x50L Hex Head Wrench Bolt...

  • 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 Selection of Antenna Installation Site Install the antenna in accordance with the following procedures to insure maximum performance. The antenna should be installed in a place where there is all round clear view of the horizon. Please be sure there are no obstacles within 15° above the antenna.
  • Page 12 DC power supply. RF Cable This cable is supplied at a length of 15m. If a longer length is required you should replace this cable with an extended RG6 RF cable supplied by Intellian Technologies or equivalent.

  • Page 13: Installation And Mounting Of Antenna

    Note: Before installing the antenna open the radome and remove the shipping constraints from the antenna interior. Reinstall the radome before operating the system. The system will not perform properly if the radome is open. Ø70 cm (27.5”) Figure 08: Radome Dimension of i6/i6P...
  • Page 14 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Ø70 cm (27.5”) Figure 09 : Radome Dimension of i6PE...
  • Page 15 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. 30.4 cm (12”) Figure 10 : Mounting Hole Position of I6/I6P/I6PE...
  • Page 16 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Securing Holes for Bolts and Cable Ways 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...

  • Page 17: Installing The Acu

    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. 22.8 cm (9”) Radome Base Deck M8 Flat Washer M8 Spring Washer 17.8 cm (7”) M8 Hex.
  • Page 18 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Installing the ACU 1. The ACU should be installed using the two supplied mounting brackets which allow for a top or bottom mounting configuration. 2. Using the self tapping screws supplied, attach the mounting brackets to the sides of the ACU.

  • Page 19: Connecting The System Cables

    Connecting the System Cables After installation and fixation of the antenna, connect the ACU to the antenna. Refer the drawing below to connect cables. Single Receiver Connection • Connect the RF Cable (15m) from the RF 1 connector on the RF 1 IRD (Not supplied) antenna to the ANT.
  • Page 20 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Dual Receiver Connection You can connect two IRDs for your antenna as shown in the following diagram. However, only one of the IRDs can be configured as a two satellite receiver. The other IRD needs to be configured as a single satellite receiver.
  • Page 21 Multi-Receiver Connection In order to connect multiple IRDs to the antenna, you will need to purchase a suitable active multiswitch. The multiswitch has to be installed between the antenna unit and the IRDs as shown in the following diagram. RF 2 RF 1 RF 4 RF 3...

  • Page 22: Connecting The System To A Gps

    ACU’s external GPS connector. To do this you ANT RF1 RECEIVER will need a suitable cable to connect your GPS system and the green 2-way ACU GPS connector supplied with your Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE Satel- lite TV System. DC 9 - 30 V FUSE...

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Lnb Skew Angle (Linear Polarization Only)

    Figure 20 : LNB Skew Angle Adjustment operating on the same satellite. LNB Skew Angle Adjustment for i6 Polarization of your Intellian i6 antenna must be accomplished manually by the following steps. 1. Remove the upper part of radome after switching power OFF.
  • Page 24 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Auto LNB Skew Angle Adjustment for i6P/i6PE The Intellian i6P/i6PE has an embedded auto skew angle control system. Therefore, manual adjustment of skew angle by user is not required. The skew angle is continuously adjusted automatically through...

  • Page 25: Operation Instruction

    Operation Instruction Operating the ACU Introduction ACU Soft Keys This section of the handbook describes how to setup your Satellite TV System after installing the ACU. It includes the following functions: • System startup • Changing the default satellite • Monitoring the antenna status •...

  • Page 26: Normal Mode

    Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Normal Mode Start Up Changing Target Satellite With the system installed and power applied, the ACU screen will show Your antenna is pre-programmed with either two (Dual-Sat mode) or the following sequence: three (Tri-Sat mode) candidates of target satellites as a default mode.
  • Page 27 Advanced Tri-sat Mode With the system installed and power applied, the ACU screen will show the following sequence. 1. Press LEFT soft key for tracking Satellite B. TRACKING A: DTV101 B:DTV119 SETUP 2. The antenna is tracking Satellite B. TRACKING B: DTV119 DTV110# DTV101...
  • Page 28 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Monitoring Current Status When 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 for satellite A. 5. Antenna position detail and signal strength are...

  • Page 29: Setup Mode

    Setup Mode Begin Setup Mode Sleep Mode To enter the Setup Mode simply follow the instructions below: If the antenna has lost the tracked satellite while in sleep mode, sleep mode will be canceled. 1. Press BACK to enter sleep mode. 1.
  • Page 30 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Setting the Satellite Pair You can change the satellite pair if you decide to receive satellite television service from a different service provider. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 5. Set satellite B SETUP MODE ? SAT B : DTV119 Press PREV to show previous satellite name.
  • Page 31 Setting the 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 Press BACK to move to previous screen.
  • Page 32 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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.
  • Page 33 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. Input the tracking frequency (MHz) and symbol HOR LOW 12523 21096 HOR HIGH 12523 21096 rate (KHz) for horizontal high band.
  • Page 34 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Verification Method* 17. Select the Voltage Supply Method* to LNB. VOLTAGE : AUTO SIGNAL - use only signal level for tracking (AUTO is recommended) PREV SELECT NEXT DVB LOCK - use only DVB Lock signal for tracking...
  • Page 35 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. WRS LEVEL : 0500 SETUP MODE ? + increases the value.
  • Page 36 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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.
  • Page 37 Setting the LNB Local Frequency It is possible to select a local frequency from ACU. It is not recommended for a novice satellite service user to use this mode. Case1. Single band LNB is used. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 4.
  • Page 38 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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. 4. Select the LNB Type* - UNIVERSAL. SETUP MODE ? LNB TYPE : UNIVERSAL PREV - Shows previous LNB type.
  • Page 39 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. 1. Press YES to enter setup mode. 4. Select the DiSEqC Method* SETUP MODE ? DO NOT USE DISEQC PREV - Shows previous DiSEqC Method.
  • Page 40 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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 Display Version. 5. Antenna software version and S/N are shown.
  • Page 41 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. IRD : 18V + ##kHz 2.
  • Page 42 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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.
  • Page 43 Function* 9. REMOTE KEY REGISTED will be displayed if key REMOTE KEY REGISTED has been properly registered. CHANGE SAT - Change the target satellite. SLEEP MODE - Enter sleep mode. CLEAR REGISTERED KEY - Clear registered key. FUNC : CHANGE SAT NEXT SELECT EXIT...
  • Page 44 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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.
  • Page 45 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. DOWN EXIT DOWN - Move the antenna down.
  • Page 46 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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.
  • Page 47 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. CODE 102 CODE 108 AZ CW limit is tested.
  • Page 48 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems 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.
  • Page 49 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. PREV NEXT 3.

  • Page 50: Operation Using Pc Controller Program

    Operation Using PC Controller Program Introduction GUI Software of Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE has been created for the user to easily set up the antenna by using personal computer. Using the GUI program enables the user to easily monitor and modify the information of antenna, satellite and GPS.

  • Page 51: Program Initialing And Serial Port Setup

    Program Initialing and Serial Port Setup The communication between the ACU and antenna must be established as the first step in order to start setting your antenna. Figure 24 : Setup for Serial Communication Command Buttons • Baud Rate Setting – To display data communication speed. • Communication Status Display – To display data communication between ACU and PC. • Serial Port Setting – To select serial port to be used. • Connect / Disconnect – To establish connection between ACU and PC.

  • Page 52: Main Menu

    Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Main Menu Antenna Status Monitoring • Search – Antenna is searching for the selected satellite. • Tracking – Antenna is tracking the selected satellite. • Initialize – Antenna or the ACU is initializing. • Unwrap – Antenna is unwinding/winding the cable in the antenna. • Setup – Antenna is in setup mode. • Comm. – Antenna is able to be communicated. Command Buttons • Restart – To exit setup mode and restart antenna again. • Setup – To enter the setup mode. • Get Antenna Information – To indicate the information on display after receiving input from he antenna. • Factory Setting – To initialize all antenna information to default as it was in the factory status. Figure 25 : Main Menu • Load Default – To select the regional library on PC program. • Update Default – To update the antenna using the selected regional library on PC program.
  • Page 53 Set Region 1. Load default: Click “Load Default” button to select satellite library (*.rif file) according to your 3. Click “OK” button to complete the update. current region. Figure 26 : Load Regional Library Figure 28 : Update completed 2. Update default: Click “Update Default” button to open update default dialogue. Click “YES” button to update the system.

  • Page 54: Controller Menus

    GPS”. Pushing “Add City” button stores the GPS information. By selecting • Delete City – Deletes the name of city and its GPS information from the GPS files. the stored region in the list box, the GPS information of each region is displayed. The Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE satellite TV antenna system utilizes GPS • Set GPS – Inputs the indicated GPS information on display to antenna. data to locate the satellite faster.
  • Page 55 Setting Satellite Information • Satellite Information The name, longitude and confirmation method of the satellite is displayed when a satellite is selected in the list box. Push “Edit Satellite Information” button to update the information on modifying the value. • DiSEqC When the operation method of DiSEqC is selected to “Change Band”, DiSEqC may be used for updating the local frequency and to “Change Satellite”, for updating the target satellite.
  • Page 56 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Command Buttons • Edit Satellite Information – To modify the satellite information. • Register for Sat A – To register a satellite to satellite A. • Register for Sat B – To register a satellite to satellite B. • Register for Sat C – To register a satellite to satellite C. (Tri- Sat Mode) • Not Use – Do not use DiSEqC. • Change Band – To use DiSEqC to change band. • Change Satellite – To use DiSEqC to change the satellite. • Single Band – Antenna in use of single band LNB. • Universal Band – Antenna in use of universal LNB. • Set Local Frequency – To select local frequency of LNB.
  • Page 57 GPS information of each region is satellite information. ‘Vertical/RHCP’ is applied when IRD supply 13V, and displayed. The Intellian i6/i6P/i6PE satellite TV antenna systems utilizes ‘Horizontal/LHCP’ is applied when IRD supply 18V. ‘LOW’ is applied when DiSEqC GPS data to locate the satellite faster.
  • Page 58 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Voltage DiSEqC Discription 0KHz 22KHz AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 13V & 18V and DiSEqC 0KHz & 22KHz tone to LNB AUTO AUTO • 13V & 18V and DiSEqC 0KHz tone to LNB AUTO AUTO •...
  • Page 59 Set Tracking Information of Satellite [Secondary] Figure 32 : Secondary Tracking Information Command Buttons • Edit Satellite Information – To change frequency information of the antenna.
  • Page 60 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Move Antenna and Execute Antenna Diagnosis • Angle of Antenna Two kinds of antenna movement is available. One is to move by the target position and the other is to move by certain amount of angle. The current position (angle) of the antenna is displayed as “Current”...
  • Page 61 Set Antenna Parameters for Control It is not recommended for a novice satellite service to use this mode. Consult Intellian for changing antenna parameters. Command Buttons • Set Control Parameter – To register parameters value. • Set Flags – To set flag setting for WRS method or offset difference. Figure 34 : Antenna Parameters...
  • Page 62 Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Parameter Setting - To set antenna parameter values. 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.

  • Page 63: 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 i6/i6P/i6PE into the original package box. NOTE : Don’t rotate it quickly, or you may damage the antenna limit Shipping Foam system.

  • Page 64: 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 65: Appendix : I6/I6P Technical Specification

    Appendix : i6/i6P Technical Specification General Antenna system performance Approvals Frequency Ku-band (10.7 to 12.75 GHz) CE – conforms to EU Directive 89/336/EEC Minimum EIRP 47 dBW FCC – verified to CFR47:Part 15 Azimuth range 680° Dimensions Satellite antenna unit 70cm (27.5”) x 72cm(28.3”)

  • Page 66: Appendix : I6Pe Technical Specification

    Intellian Satellite TV Antenna Systems Appendix : i6PE Technical Specification General Antenna system performance Approvals Frequency Ku-band (10.7 to 12.75 GHz) CE – conforms to EU Directive 89/336/EEC Minimum EIRP 47 dBW FCC – verified to CFR47:Part 15 Azimuth range 680°...
  • Page 67 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 Bristolstraat 1, 3047AB #906 Ace High Tech 21, 1470 Woo-Dong Pyeongtaek-Si, Gyunggi-Do 451-862 Korea...

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