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NGC-ODU
Antenna Controller
Unit
&
Handheld Controller
Advanced Technical Manual
Manual# 7580368 – Revision D
ASC Signal Corporation
CANADA: USA:
606 Beech Street 1120 Jupiter Rd.
Whitby, Ontario, Canada Ste. 102
L1N 7T8 Plano, TX 75074

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ASC Signal NGC-ODU-380-5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandASC Signal
ModelNGC-ODU-380-5
CategoryAntenna
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1.0 OPERATION OF HANDHELD CONTROLLER

1.1 PURPOSE, OVERVIEW, & DESCRIPTION

Details the purpose, overview, and description of the NGC-ODU system.

1.1 HANDHELD-TO-ODU CONNECTION

Details how to connect the Handheld Controller to the NGC-ODU.

1.2 HANDHELD KEYPAD BREAKDOWN

Explains the functions of each button on the handheld controller keypad.

1.3 HANDHELD SCREENS BREAKDOWN

Illustrates the general menu tree and navigation of the handheld controller.

1.3.1 GENERAL USER SCREENS

Describes handheld interface screens for non-privileged users.

1. HOME SCREEN

Details the default screen displayed upon connecting the Handheld Controller.

1.3.2 EXAMPLE INSTALLER SCREENS

Provides examples of handheld screens for installer use.

1. Edit Fractions SCREEN

Allows editing of parameters stored as rational fractions.

2. Search SCREEN

Enables browsing and jumping to specific screens, pages, or items.

2. Jog [Main Dish] SCREEN

Allows manual movement of the antenna and viewing of feedback and faults.

3. GoTo SCREEN

Provides precise antenna movement control by setting target coordinates.

4. Parameters SCREENS & PAGES

Allows advanced users to view and configure system parameters.

5. Current Faults SCREEN

Displays a list of all active faults for the NGC-ODU.

6. Message Log SCREEN

Allows viewing of historical pop-up messages logged since the last power cycle.

7. Installation SCREENS

Guides users through the system setup and configuration process.

8. Diagnostic Commands SCREEN

Provides access to advanced diagnostic functions and commands.

9. Password SCREEN

Allows users to enter and exit the installer mode.

10. System Information (SYSINFO) SCREEN

Displays general system information like software version and date.

I.II Personnel REQUIREMENTS

I.III MISCELLANEOUS NOTICES

I.IV WARNING SYMBOLS

I.V SAFETY TERMS SUMMARY

I.VI SUMMARY OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

I.VII THINGS TO NEVER DO

I.VIII PARTS VERIFICATION

2.0 ODU SYSTEM & PARTS OVERVIEW

2.1 ODU WITH PARTS NUMBERED

Provides a labeled diagram of the NGC Outdoor Unit components.

2.2 ODU CONNECTORS & CABLE GLANDS

Illustrates and describes the ODU interface connectors and cable glands.

2.3 A1 MASTER CONTROLLER (MC-7)

Details the functions and features of the Master Controller (MC-7) PWA.

2.4 A2/A4/(OPTION) A6 Axis CONTROL UNITS (ACU)

Details the Axis Control Units (ACU) and their roles in loop closure.

2.5 A3/A5/(OPTION) A7 Axis SENDING UNITS (ASU)

Describes Axis Sending Units (ASU) for angular feedback and limit conditions.

2.6 A8/A9 EL/Az VFD

Details the Elevation and Azimuth Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

2.7 A1O POWER SUPPLY BOARD

Describes the A10 Power Supply Board and its specifications.

2.8 MISCELLANEOUS PARTS DESCRIPTIONS

Provides descriptions for various miscellaneous parts and components.

2.9 Terminal Blocks (TB1-TB4)

Details terminal blocks TB1, TB2, TB3, and TB4.

2.10 A13 EXTERNAL Wiring InteRFACE (EWI)-1

Details the External Wiring Interface board EWI-1.

2.11 A13 EXTERNAL WIRING INTERFACE (EWI)-2

Details the External Wiring Interface board EWI-2 for high-accuracy encoders.

3.0 ODU SYSTEM & Parts TROUBLESHOOTING

3.1 ANTENNA JOG/MOVEMENT ISSUES

Troubleshooting guide for issues related to antenna jog or movement.

3.2 DIRECTIONAL/Axis IssUES

Troubleshooting directional and axis movement issues.

3.3 MOVEMENT & Wiring TroUBLESHOOTING SCENARIOS/SOLUTIONS

Addresses movement and wiring issues with scenarios and solutions.

3.4 POLARIZATION TROUBLESHOOTING ISSUES

Guides troubleshooting for systems with a Polarization (Pol) drive.

3.5 OTHER Pol TrouBLESHOOTING SCENARIOS/SOLUTIONS

Provides solutions for various other Polarization axis troubleshooting scenarios.

3.6 Other TroUBLESHOOTING SCENARIOS

Addresses troubleshooting for handheld terminal and NGC-IDU communication faults.

4.0 Cleaning, Inspections, & MAINTENANCE

4.1 GENERAL CLEANING

Instructions for general cleaning of NGC ODU components.

4.1.1 CLEANING ELECTRICAL PARTS

Procedures for cleaning electrical components and parts.

4.1.2 Cleaning MECHANICAL PARTS

Procedures for cleaning mechanical parts and surfaces.

4.2 INSPECTIONS

Details periodic inspection requirements for antenna components.

4.3 PRESERVATIon of COMPONENT Parts (Aluminum ONLY)

Provides procedures for preserving aluminum component parts.

4.4 PRESENCE OF MOISTURE/WATER

Guidelines for actions to take if moisture or water enters the ODU.

5.0 NGC-ODU Spare KITS

5.1 VFDS

Lists available VFD spare kits for maintenance.

5.2 POWER SUPPLIES

Details the NGC-ODU Power Supply Module spare kit.

5.3 BOARDS

Lists available spare boards for the NGC-ODU system.

5.4 POL Drive RELATED

Information on spare kits for Polarization (Pol) drive components.

5.5 Low TEMP RELATED

Lists spare kits related to low temperature operations.

5.6 CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Lists part numbers and usage for various circuit breakers.

5.7 SPARE E-STOP

Details the contents of the spare E-Stop kit.

5.8 SPARE Handheld TERMINAL

Information on the spare Handheld Terminal kit.

APPENDIX A: PWA DISPLAY CODES & NGC-ODU Faults GLOSSARY

A.1 PWA ERROR CODES

Lists error codes displayed on PWAs and their meanings.

A.2 PWA ROTARY SWITCH SETTINGS:

Details rotary switch settings for various PWAs.

A.3 NGC-ODU FAULTS GLOSSARY

Provides a glossary of NGC-ODU faults and their abbreviations.

APPENDIX B: Theory of Operation

B.1 ROLE OF THE NGC-ODU In the SYSTEM

Explains the division of responsibilities between the NGC-ODU and NGC-IDU.

B.2 BASIC Structure of THE NGC-ODU Control ELECTRONICS

Describes the conceptual arrangement of NGC-ODU control electronics.

B.3 NGC Bus

Details the NGC Bus structure, protocol, and physical implementation.

B.4 OPERATIONal ConFIGURATIONS

Defines operational configurations that simplify system setup and avoid errors.

B.5 MOVEMENT CONTROL AND MONITORING

Explains how the NGC-ODU implements movement commands.

B.5.1 ANGULAR FEEDBACK

Describes various devices used for angular feedback and their accuracy.

B.5.2 LIMIT SWITCHES

Explains the function of limit switches and their precedence over software limits.

B.5.4 CLOSED POSITION LOOP CONTROL AZIMUTH AND ELEVATION

Details the PID feedback control systems for Azimuth and Elevation axes.

B.5.5 CLOSED LOOP POSITION CONTROL POLARIZATION

Describes the on-off control system with deadband for the Polarization axis.

B.5.6 COORDINATE TRANSFORMATIONS

Explains how NGC-ODU transforms platform attitudes to provide true pointing angles.

B.6 MOTORIZED SRT CARRIAGE OPTION

Describes the optional SRT Carriage Assembly for tracking small movements.

B.6.1 MULTI-AXIS PATH PLANNING

Explains the 'path planner' function for allocating movement between main axes and SRT.

B.7 PLATFORM-SPECIFIC ACCESSORIES

Details platform-specific accessories like the AS-1 attitude sensor.

APPENDIX C: GLOSSARY TABLES

APPENDIX D: EQUIPMENT ISSUES & TECH SUPPORT

REPORTING EQUIPMENT loss or damage

Procedures for reporting equipment loss or damage during shipping.

REPORTING VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE

Steps to file a claim with the carrier for visible external damage.

REPORTING CONCEALED DAMAGE

Procedure for reporting damage discovered after unpacking equipment.

INVENTORY EQUIPMENT RECEIVED

Instructions for taking inventory of received parts and reporting missing items.

RETURNING damaged/Defective EQUIPMENT

Procedure for returning equipment for repair or replacement.

TECH SUPPORT CONTACT INFO

Provides contact information for technical support and documentation.

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