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AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna Controller - User Manual

AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna Controller
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AAQ Antenna Controller
Users Manual
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • S
    Stephanie EvansSep 15, 2025
    What does it mean if the wing right deploy switch cannot be read on AvL Technologies Controller?
    • R
      Rita LandrySep 15, 2025
      If the wing right deploy switch cannot be read on your AvL Technologies Controller, it does not indicate the right deploy switch is broken; it indicates the digital input cannot be read by the RIOM.
  • S
    Sandra MooreAug 25, 2025
    What to do if scanning will exceed Az Limits on AvL Technologies Controller?
    • S
      Scott MossAug 25, 2025
      If the AvL Technologies Controller displays 'Scanning will exceed Az Limits - Rotate Base and try again', rotate the base and try again.
  • M
    Melissa KochAug 25, 2025
    What does it mean if there is an invalid target for this location on AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna?
    • T
      Thomas JacksonAug 26, 2025
      If the AvL Technologies Controller displays 'Invalid target for this location', it means that the target may not be visible from the present location.
  • P
    phendricksAug 26, 2025
    What does invalid signal for peaking mean on AvL Technologies Controller?
    • M
      Mark SullivanAug 27, 2025
      If the AvL Technologies Controller displays 'Invalid signal for peaking', it may indicate a possible signal threshold issue or peaking on an incorrect satellite.
  • A
    Aaron ThompsonSep 16, 2025
    What does it mean if the wing left stow switch cannot be read on AvL Technologies Controller?
    • A
      Anthony AllenSep 16, 2025
      If the wing left stow switch cannot be read on your AvL Technologies Controller, it does not indicate the left stow switch is broken; it indicates the digital input cannot be read by the RIOM.
  • A
    Alexis TaylorSep 23, 2025
    Why the RIOM configured as the Digital Output 0 register cannot be communicated with on AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna?
    • E
      Erin PotterSep 23, 2025
      For the AvL Technologies Controller, if the RIOM configured as the Digital Output 0 register cannot be communicated with, it is because AAQ 1500 hardware is configured to use Digital Output 0 as the LNB control.
  • K
    Kimberly PotterSep 7, 2025
    What does it mean if the azimuth stow magnetic switch cannot be read on AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna?
    • S
      swhiteSep 8, 2025
      If the azimuth stow magnetic switch cannot be read on your AvL Technologies Controller, it does not indicate the magnetic switch is broken; it indicates the digital input cannot be read by the RIOM.
  • M
    Melissa MoyerSep 8, 2025
    What does it mean if the elevation up limit switch cannot be read on AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna Controller?
    • A
      Annette SchwartzSep 8, 2025
      If the elevation up limit switch cannot be read on your AvL Technologies Controller, it does not indicate the up limit switch is broken; it indicates the digital input cannot be read by the RIOM.
  • J
    Joshua OdonnellSep 2, 2025
    What to do if elevation deploy failed on AvL Technologies Controller?
    • P
      Philip CareySep 2, 2025
      If the AvL Technologies Controller displays 'Elevation deploy failed', check the cabling or for interference.
  • K
    kyle86Aug 31, 2025
    What does heading cal failed mean on AvL Technologies Controller?
    • M
      Mark LoweAug 31, 2025
      If the AvL Technologies Controller displays 'Heading Cal Failed', it means it is unable to Calculate Heading.

Summary

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Controller System Overview

Provides an overview of the AAQ controller's features, applications, and adaptability.

Standard Hardware Components

Details the two main hardware components: ACU and NAV RIOM, and their respective microprocessors.

Software Architecture

Explains the AAQ software's scalable and modular design, including OS, ROM, PIC, CONFIG, and GUI.

Controller Hardware Specification

Lists the physical and environmental specifications for the ACU and NAV RIOM components.

Chapter 3 - GUI Installation, Set-up & Network Configuration

Requirements

Specifies the operating system and .NET Framework prerequisites for the AAQ Remote GUI.

Installation

Guides through the installation process of the AAQ Remote GUI, including default locations.

Network Settings

Details factory IP addresses and configuration for network interfaces.

AAQ Remote Network Settings Tool

Explains how to customize AAQ Network IP settings using the AAQ Remote Settings tool.

IP Addressing and Networking Examples

Provides examples for setting up the AAQ controller for network communication.

Chapter 4 - AAQ Remote.NET GUI

Interpreting the Display

Explains how to interpret various elements of the AAQ Remote GUI interface.

File Menu

Details functions available under the File menu, including Settings and Calibration.

View Menu

Covers options in the View menu for accessing Sensor Output, Configuration, and system logs.

Login Menu

Explains how to log in to the AAQ Controller system to access different user levels.

Chapter 5 - Initial Setup, Basic Operation & Profile Examples

AAQ Remote Application (GUI) Installation

Provides instructions for installing the AAQ Remote GUI application.

Initial Login and IP settings

Describes the initial login process and setting up IP configurations.

Profile System

Explains the Profile System for creating and managing satellite acquisition settings.

Profile Examples

Provides practical examples for creating and configuring satellite profiles.

Chapter 6 - AAQ System Configuration Variables (Parameters)

Hardware Safety & Mechanical Limits - Core

Details hardware safety parameters and mechanical limits for system operation.

General System Set-Up - Core

Covers static configuration parameters for system setup independent of target satellite.

Automatic Operation - Target

Explains automated target acquisition configuration using the Profile System.

Signal Source Based Parameters

Discusses parameters for fine-tuning acquisition and peaking for each signal source.

Chapter 7 - Theory of Operation

Antenna Drive System

Describes the Azimuth, Elevation, and Polarization drive systems and their components.

AAQ Controller System Detailed Description

Provides a detailed description of the AAQ ACU's modular and parametric software architecture.

AAQ Controller Functional Description

Explains the functional descriptions of the AAQ Controller, including heading and acquisition.

Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting

Alarms & Messages

Lists and describes common alarm messages and their meanings within the AAQ GUI.

Communicating with the GUI

Provides steps to diagnose and resolve connection issues between the GUI and ACU.

Elevation and Azimuth alignment

Addresses common inaccuracies in acquiring satellites due to elevation and azimuth offsets.

Contacting Customer Service

Provides contact information and required details for AvL customer support.

AvL Technologies AAQ Antenna Controller Specifications

General IconGeneral
ControlEthernet, Serial
Operating Voltage100-240 VAC
Frequency RangeL-band, C-band, Ku-band, Ka-band
Input Power90-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz
HumidityUp to 95% non-condensing
InterfaceEthernet, Serial