Summary of Contents for Visiosat NAUTIC 55cm
- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL NAUTIC 55cm Version 1.1 April 2012 since software version 1.1.8...
- Page 2 WARNINGS AND REMARKS All data is current at the time of going to press. VISIOSAT shall not be liable in any way for errors made during the drafting of this manual. VISIOSAT retain the right to introduce any changes deemed necessary due to product development and to introduce any necessary amendments to the installation, to this user manual or to the products described in it, without prior notice.
- Page 3 For further information we would kindly request that you contact the specialist supplier where you purchased the system, or contact us directly at: VISIOSAT ZI de Regourd BP22 46001 Cahors Cedex 9 France www.visiosat.com...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents SMC 55 NAUTIC packaging …………………………..5 Parts check-list ………………………..5 Installation instructions …………………………..6 Installation position identification …………………………..6 Installation of antenna dome and control unit …………………………..7 Electrical connection to antenna dome …………………………10 Electrical connection of control panel (MCM unit) ………………………..11 Assembly and dismantling of dome …………………………12 Functions of MCM unit control panel …………………………13... -
Page 5: Parts Checklist
• The cardboard must not be deformed and must not display visible signs of obvious and serious damage, such as rips in the box or dents caused by impact. • The VISIOSAT tape used to seal the packaging must remain intact. Parts checklist You should find the following components in the packaging:... -
Page 6: Installation Instructions
Installation instructions Determining installation position Selection of location for installation of antenna dome Various factors must be taken into account when selecting the correct installation location for the antenna dome, these are summarised below: • The ideal location will have a free line of sight in all directions. •... -
Page 7: Installation Of Antenna Dome And Control Unit
Selection of location for installation of control unit The following instructions should be followed when selecting the location for the control unit: • The control unit may be installed in either a visible or a concealed location. • We would however advise that the control unit should be installed in an easily accessible location because of the potential need to install software updates. - Page 8 Where the SMC55 NAUTIC cannot be mounted from below using the M8 bolts and lock washers supplied, it is possible to mount the drive from the inside. NOTE! Remove the stainless steel screw thread holders from the drive feet with an M8 bolt and nut before drilling out the holes.
- Page 9 Installation of control unit (MCM unit) Once the location for the installation has been chosen the control unit can be mounted. The MCM unit may be built in or attached to the mounting clamp provided. If it is built in the MCM unit can be installed so that it is clamped in place. If the unit is not appropriately sized for this, the 4 securing holes at the corners of the front panel can be used for screw attachment.
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Page 10: Electrical Connection To Antenna Dome
Electrical connection to antenna dome The SMC 55 NAUTIC must be connected to a 24 volt DC power supply. The current drawn when connected to a 24 Volt supply is around 3 amps. The (brief) switch-on current is appreciably higher and is dependent among other factors on the supply cable installed. - Page 11 Electronics diagram with 4 receivers and option more connected. • Remove the clamping rings from the cable fairleads and insert the cables through these. • The cable fairleads which are not used must be sealed off using the sealing caps provided. If the unused fairleads are not sealed off water may penetrate the antenna dome, seriously damaging the mechanical structure and the electronic circuits.
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Page 12: Electrical Connection Of Control Panel (Mcm Unit)
Electrical connection control panel (MCM unit) The MCM unit must be connected in the following way: Rear MCM unit. Circuit diagram, antenna to MCM 1. 5 pole connector 2. The 2 pole connector is not used 3. RS 232 NMEA in and output •... -
Page 13: Assembly And Dismantling Of Dome
Assembly and dismantling of dome The illustrations below show the assembly and dismantling of the dome. NOTE! Extreme care must be taken to carry this out in dry weather conditions. Dome assembly: Place the 6 fixing clips in the recesses. Insert bolts in fixing clips by two turns. The locking mechanism on the bolt allows the fixing clip to rotate at the same time. -
Page 14: Functions Of Mcm Unit Control Panel
Functions of MCM unit control panel The MCM unit has 3 functions: 1 Monitoring; The status of the dish antenna can be seen from the display . Various error codes can also be displayed. (see Display of Error Codes and Status) 2 Control: Remote transmission of commands to the dish antenna e.g. -
Page 15: Operation Of Mcm Unit
N.B. The antenna will start up automatically when the 24V supply is switched on. The following will then appear on the MCM screen: System type: VISIOSAT This message will disappear after a few seconds, and the system will then begin to report its status. - Page 16 Recommendation: It is recommended that the system's power supply should be left switched on at all times. With the system switched on the temperature of the electronics and the internal climate in the dome is less subject to fluctuation, extending service life. If necessary the Stand-by button can be used to switch the system off.
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Page 17: Display Of Status Of Mcm Unit
Display of status of MCM unit The display indicates the status of the satellite to be tracked. All status reports displayed are reports from the dome to the MCM unit. Status : Searching for Limit : The system searches for its reference points Searching for Sat : The system searches for the satellite Tracking... -
Page 18: Menu Structure
: Error during update The software has not transferred correctly from the USB stick to the antenna system. Reset the system and repeat the software procedure : USB disk not found The USB stick has not been found or recognised. : No Tuner. -
Page 19: Menu Settings
Illustration of Menu structure Menu settings Press the enter key for 2 seconds Language Choice of English, Dutch or German (Press the up and down keys to navigate within the list. Press the enter key to select). Info Information on software version etc. LCD Illumination Switch the background lighting on and off Adjust light intensity... -
Page 20: Stand-By
Note ! The LNB skew is optimized for reception of the red marked satellites. For reception of the other satellites the LNB skew needs to be changed, this can only be done by a certified Visiosat dealer. Please inform your dealer for further information. Stand-by Press the on/off key to place the system in stand-by mode. -
Page 21: Technical Data
Technical data Dish diameter 55 cm. Dome diameter 65 cm. Dome height 81 cm. Weight 22.5 kg Packaged volume and weight lxwxh=69x69x82 cm, Gross weight 30 kg approx. Power supply 24..36 V DC Current drawn 3 Amp. Max. Cabling MCM cable 4x0.32 mm2 screened Power cable 2x1mm2 (minimum) -
Page 22: Warranty Conditions
Visiosat so that they can carry out the repair. Visiosat reserves the right to refer to third parties or to make use of their services in dealing with the warranty or offering advice.
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