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6. Loosen the 15x4 mm Allen screws (the 3 Allen screws on top are

longer than the rest) on the cover over the azimuth drive modules,

and remove the cover (lift and slide).

7. Loosen the belt tension device by loosening the 4x4 mm Allen

screws (thread size M5).

Figure 8-56: Azimuth motor, remove cover

Figure 8-57: Azimuth motor, loosen the belt tensioner

L=35 mm L=35 mm L=35 mm

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Default Chapter5
- Safety Summary5
- Table of Contents9
- List of Figures17
Chapter 1 About this Manual29
- Intended Readers29
- Manual Overview29
- Software Version29
Technical Specifications29
- Typography30
- Precautions30
Chapter 2 Introduction31
- Figure 2-1: above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit (ACU), 19" Rack Version31
- Overview31
- SAILOR 900 VSAT System31
- Part Numbers and Options39
- Unpacking41
  - What's in the Box41
Chapter 3 Installation42
- Initial Inspection42
- Tools Needed42
- General Site Considerations43
- Site Preparation43
Installation of the ADU57
- Figure 3-15: Free Space for Access to the Service Hatch58
- Installing the ADU58
- Figure 3-16: ADU Installation, Webbed Sling Attached to the 4 Lifting Brackets59
- Figure 3-17: Mounting the ADU on the Mast Flange59
- Figure 3-18: Connecting the ADU Cable60
- Figure 3-19: Opening the Service Hatch61
- Figure 3-20: Removing the 2 Split Pins61
- Opening and Removing the Service Hatch61
- Figure 3-21: ADU, Bolt for Optimum Grounding62
- Grounding the ADU62
- Alternative ADU Cable63
- Table 3-7: ADU Cable Types and Maximum Lengths63
- Figure 3-22: ACU, On/Off Switch at the Back64
- Figure 3-23: ACU, LAN Connector at the Front: Service Port64
Installation of the ACU64
- Installing the ACU64
- Figure 3-24: ACU, 19" Rack Version, Ground Stud65
- General Mounting Considerations - VMU65
- Grounding the ACU65
Installation of the VMU65
- Figure 3-25: Dual Mode Antenna, Overview66
Installing the Dual-Antenna Mode (Optional)66
- Figure 3-26: Dual Mode Antenna, Connecting Cables (Example)67
- Table 3-8: Dual Mode Antenna, Cabling67
- ACU Connector Panel - Overview69
- Figure 4-1: ACU - Leds, Display and Keypad69
- Figure 4-2: ACU: Leds, Display and Keypad (Detailed)69
- Figure 4-3: ACU Rack Version, Connector Panel Overview69
- Interfaces69
Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU69
- Leds, Display and Keypad69
Chapter 4 Interfaces70
- DC Input Connector70
- Figure 4-4: DC Input Connector with Power Cable70
- Table 4-1: DC Input Plug, Outline and Pin Assignment70
- ADU Connector71
- Rx/Tx Connectors for VMU71
- Table 4-2: N Connector, Outline and Pin Assignment71
- Table 4-3: F Connector, Rx and Tx, Outline and Pin Assignment71
- NMEA 0183 Connector (RS-422)72
- Table 4-4: NMEA 0183/2000 Connector, Outline and Pin Assignment72
- And RS-422 Connectors73
- Table 4-5: RS-232 Connector, Male, Outline and Pin Assignment73
- Figure 4-5: LAN1 -LAN4 Connectors74
- LAN1, LAN2, LAN3 and LAN4 Connectors74
- Table 4-6: RS-422 Connector, Male, Outline and Pin Assignment74
- Table 4-7: Ethernet Connector, Outline and Pin Assignment75
- Connecting an Infiniti® Series Satellite Router76
- Figure 4-6: Connecting an Infiniti® Series Satellite Router76
Interfaces of the VMU76
- Table 4-8: Cables to Connect an Infiniti® Series Satellite Router76
- Connecting an Evolution® Satellite Router77
- Figure 4-7: Connecting an Evolution Satellite Router77
- Figure 4-8: Connecting a COMTECH 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem77
- Table 4-9: Cables to Connect a COMTECH 570 L-Band Satellite Modem77
- Connecting a Gilat Skyedge II VSAT Modem78
- Connecting a Satlink 2900 VSAT Modem78
- Figure 4-10: Connecting a Gilat Skyedge II VSAT Modem78
- Figure 4-9: Connecting a Satlink 2900 Modem78
- Table 4-10: Cables to Connect a Satlink 2900 VSAT Modem78
- Table 4-11: Cables to Connect a Gilat Skyedge VSAT Modem78
Chapter 5 Connecting Power79
Power Source79
- Figure 5-1: Measuring the Ship Source Impedance80
- Measuring the Ship Source Impedance80
Power Cable Selection80
- Source Impedance80
- Chapter 5 Connecting Power81
- Power Cable Recommendations81
Connecting Power82
- Figure 5-2: Connecting Power to DC Input82
- Figure 5-3: ACU Display after First Power on (Example with LAN Ports 1 and 4 Used)83
Power up83
- Procedure83
- Initialisation Steps in Daily Use84
- SAILOR 900 VSAT Operational84
Chapter 6 Configuration85
- Introduction to the Built-In Web Interface85
- Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT87
- Configuration with the Web Interface97
- Keypad and Menus of the ACU130
- SNMP Support136
Chapter 7 Installation Check137
- Installation Check List: Antenna137
  - Table 7-1: Installation Check List: Antenna137
- Installation Check List: ACU, Connectors and Wiring139
  - Table 7-2: Installation Check List: ACU, Connectors and Wiring139
- Installation Check List: Functional Test in Harbor141
  - Table 7-3: Installation Check List: Functional Test in Harbour141
Chapter 8 Service & Maintenance143
- Getting Support: Helpdesk144
Software Update147
- Software Update (ADU and ACU)147
- Figure 8-4: SAILOR 900 VSAT Connected: Software Update with the TMA148
- Figure 8-5: LAN Connector Used for Software Update (Web Interface)149
- Figure 8-6: Software Update with the Web Interface149
- Figure 8-7: Verifying Software Update150
- Verifying the Software Update150
- Overview151
Status Signalling with Leds and Status Messages151
- Figure 8-8: Leds on the ACU152
- Leds in the ACU152
- Leds of the ADU Modules152
- Table 8-1: Leds of the ADU Modules152
- Table 8-2: Leds on the ACU152
- Figure 8-9: Removal and Replacement of the ACU153
Removal and Replacement of the ACU153
- Figure 8-11: ACU - Digital and RF Module154
- Figure 8-12: ADU Modules and Motor Stop Switch156
- Overview156
Removal and Replacement of ADU Modules156
- System Block Diagram of the ADU157
- Figure 8-13: VIM - Block Diagram158
- Figure 8-14: PCM - Block Diagram159
- Figure 8-15: Service Switch160
- Figure 8-16: DDM - Block Diagram160
- Figure 8-17: ZRM - Block Diagram161
- Figure 8-18: PMM - Block Diagram162
- Figure 8-19: OMT - Block Diagram163
- Figure 8-20: ISM - Block Diagram164
- Figure 8-21: above Deck Unit Modules (Continued)165
- Figure 8-22: Block Diagram - S-Bus166
- Figure 8-23: GPS Module167
- Replacing the GPS Module167
- Figure 8-24: Switch off the Power to the Antenna168
- Figure 8-25: GPS Module Facing the Service Hatch168
- Figure 8-26: Connector for GPS PCB169
- Figure 8-27: Screws on GPS Module169
- Figure 8-28: VSAT Interface Module (VIM)170
- Figure 8-29: Location of the VIM170
- Replacing the VSAT Interface Module (VIM)170
- Figure 8-30: Replacing the VIM - Remove 2 F-Connectors171
- Figure 8-31: Replacing the VIM - Remove 2 N, 2 F, 1 SMA and 1 SUB-D Connectors171
- Figure 8-32: Replacing the VIM - Remove 4 allen Screws172
- Figure 8-33: DC-Motor Driver Module (DDM) for Cross Elevation173
- Replacing the DC-Motor Driver Module (DDM)173
- Figure 8-34: Location of the Cross Elevation DDM174
- Figure 8-35: Replacing the DDM - Remove Connectors174
- Figure 8-36: Location of the Elevation DDM175
- Figure 8-37: Elevation DDM, Connectors175
- Figure 8-38: Location of the Azimuth DDM176
- Figure 8-39: Azimuth DDM, Connectors177
- Replacing the Polarisation Motor Module (PMM)177
- Figure 8-40: Polarisation Motor Module, Remove Connectors178
- Figure 8-41: Polarisation Motor Module, Remove Screws179
- Figure 8-42: Polarisation Motor Module, Inserting180
- Figure 8-43: Location of the PCM181
- Replacing the Pedestal Control Module (PCM)181
- Figure 8-44: Removing the PCM - Connectors182
- Figure 8-45: Motors and Encoders183
- Replacing Motor and Encoder183
- Figure 8-46: Location of the Elevation Motor & Encoder184
- Figure 8-47: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Loosen the Belt Tensioner184
- Figure 8-48: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Adjust Belt Tension185
- Figure 8-49: Elevation DDM, Disconnect 2 Connectors185
- Figure 8-50: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Loosen the Screws for the Motor Assembly186
- Figure 8-51: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Tighten the Screws for the Motor Assembly187
- Figure 8-52: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Adjust Belt Tension187
- Figure 8-53: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Check of Belt Tension188
- Figure 8-54: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Check of Belt Tension188
- Figure 8-55: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Loosen the Belt Tensioner189
- Figure 8-56: Azimuth Motor, Remove Cover190
- Figure 8-57: Azimuth Motor, Loosen the Belt Tensioner190
- Figure 8-58: Azimuth Motor, Adjust Belt Tension191
- Figure 8-59: Azimuth DDM, Disconnect Connector191
- Figure 8-60: Azimuth Motor, Loosen the Screws for the Motor Assembly192
- Figure 8-61: Azimuth Motor, Tighten the Screws for the Motor Assembly193
- Figure 8-62: Azimuth Motor, Adjust Belt Tension193
- Figure 8-63: Azimuth Motor, Tighten the Belt Tensioner194
- Figure 8-64: Azimuth Encoder, Remove Cover195
- Figure 8-65: Azimuth DDM, Disconnect Connector195
- Figure 8-66: Azimuth Encoder, Remove196
- Figure 8-67: Azimuth Encoder, Adjust Belt Tension196
- Figure 8-68: Azimuth Encoder, Adjust Belt Tension197
- Figure 8-69: Azimuth Motor, Tighten the Belt Tensioner197
- Figure 8-71: X-Elevation Motor & Encoder - Belt Tension/Adjustment Screw199
- Figure 8-72: Cross Elevation Motor Assembly, 4 allen Screws199
- Figure 8-73: Cross Elevation Motor Assembly, Do Not Tighten Screws200
- Figure 8-74: X-Elevation Motor & Encoder - Adjust Belt Tension200
- Figure 8-75: Belt Tension in 3 Positions201
- Figure 8-76: Cross Elevation Motor Assembly, Tighten Screws201
- Figure 8-77: Polarisation Motor, Disconnecting Power202
- Figure 8-78: Polarisation Motor, Removing 4X4 MM allen Screws202
- Figure 8-79: Removing the Sub-D Connector of the PMM203
- Figure 8-80: Polarisation Encoder, Removing203
- Figure 8-81: Location of the X Elevation Drive Belt204
- Replacing the Drive Belts204
- Figure 8-82: Removing the Cable Drum205
- Figure 8-83: Location of the Elevation Drive Belt206
- Figure 8-84: Elevation Drive Belt206
- Figure 8-85: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Loosen the Belt Tensioner207
- Figure 8-86: Elevation Motor and Encoder, Adjust Belt Tension207
- Figure 8-87: Elevation Drive Belt208
- Figure 8-88: Azimuth Drive Modules, Remove Cover209
- Figure 8-89: Azimuth Drive Belt, Loosen the Belt Tensioner209
- Figure 8-90: Azimuth Drive Belt, Adjust Belt Tension210
- Figure 8-91: Getting Access to the Azimuth Drive Wheel210
- Figure 8-92: Azimuth Drive Belt211
- Figure 8-93: Zero Reference Modules (ZRM), Location212
- Figure 8-94: Zero Reference Module (ZRM)212
- Replacing the Zero Reference Module (ZRM)212
- Figure 8-95: X Elevation ZRM, Disconnect Connector213
- Figure 8-96: X Elevation ZRM, Slide out214
- Figure 8-97: Elevation ZRM, Disconnect Connector215
- Figure 8-98: Elevation ZRM, Remove Screws215
- Figure 8-99: Azimuth ZRM, Remove Cover216
- Figure 8-100: Azimuth ZRM, Disconnect Connector217
- Figure 8-101: Azimuth ZRM, Disconnect Connector217
- Figure 8-102: Polarisation ZRM, Disconnecting218
- Figure 8-103: Polarisation ZRM, Loosen 2X4 MM allen Screws218
- Figure 8-104: Inertial Sensor Module (ISM), Location219
- Figure 8-105: Inertial Sensor Module (ISM)219
- Replacing the Inertial Sensor Module (ISM)219
- Figure 8-106: Removing the ISM220
- Figure 8-107: Removing the ISM Sub D Connectors221
- Replacing the Polarisation Unit221
- Figure 8-108: Removing the Sub-D Connector of the PMM223
- Figure 8-109: Disconnecting the Lnbs223
- Figure 8-110: Removing the Cable Spool224
- Figure 8-111: Disconnecting the OMT Connector224
- Figure 8-112: Disconnecting the OMT Connector225
- Replacing the BUC Fan225
- Figure 8-113: Removing the BUC Fan226
- Figure 8-114: Block up Converter (BUC), Location226
- Replacing the Block up Converter (BUC)226
- Figure 8-115: Block up Converter (BUC)227
- Figure 8-116: BUC, Removing227
- Figure 8-117: BUC, Removing (Continued)228
- Replacing the Low Noise Block down Converter (LNB)228
- Figure 8-118: Low Noise Block (LNB) (SAILOR 900 VSAT Var. A)229
- Figure 8-119: LNB, Removing (SAILOR 900 VSAT Variant A)230
- Figure 8-120: LNB, Removing (Continued)230
- Figure 8-121: Ortho Mode Transducer (OMT)231
- Replacing the Ortho Mode Transducer (OMT)231
- Figure 8-122: OMT, Removing 2Xtorx20 Screws on Top232
- Figure 8-124: OMT, Removing 4Xtorx20 Screws on the Right-Hand Rail of the Polarisation Unit233
- Figure 8-126: OMT, Removing the Waveguide234
- Figure 8-127: Rotary Joint234
- Replacing the Rotary Joint234
- Figure 8-128: Azimuth Motor, Remove Cover235
- Figure 8-129: Getting Access to the Azimuth Drive Wheel236
- Figure 8-130: Rotary Joint (in Place)236
- Figure 8-131: Rotary Joint (Removed)237
- Figure 8-132: Wire-Rope Isolator in Good Condition237
- Replacing a Wire-Rope Isolator237
- Figure 8-133: Removing a Wire-Rope Isolator238
- Figure 8-134: Updating VIM/PCM Calibration Data (Example)240
- Figure 8-135: XIM Data, Warning240
- Figure 8-136: XIM Data Not Ready240
Updating VIM/PCM Calibration Data240
- Figure 8-137: XIM Data Valid241
- Figure 8-138: Location of the 4 Wire-Rope Isolators242
- Inspection for Critical Wear242
Inspection of Mechanical Components242
- Inspection of Wire-Rope Isolators242
- Diagnostic Report for Troubleshooting245
- Event List for Troubleshooting245
- Overview245
Troubleshooting245
- Figure 8-141: Troubleshooting - VSAT249
- Troubleshooting - VSAT249
- Figure 8-142: Troubleshooting - BUC250
- Troubleshooting - BUC250
- Figure 8-143: Troubleshooting - LNB251
- Troubleshooting - LNB251
- Figure 8-144: First Signal Test: Co-Pol LNB / Low Band252
- LNB Test252
- Figure 8-145: Second Signal Test: X-Pol LNB / Low Band253
- Figure 8-146: Third Signal Test: Co-Pol LNB / High Band254
- Figure 8-147: Fourth Signal Test: X-Pol LNB / High Band255
Returning Units for Repair256
Appendix A Technical Specifications259
- General Specifications259
  - Table A-1: General Specifications259
SAILOR 900 VSAT System Components259
- A.1.2 Adu260
- Adu260
  - Table A-2: Technical Specifications for the above Deck Unit260
- A.1.3 Acu262
- Acu262
  - Table A-3: Technical Specifications for the ACU262
- Patents263
  - Table A-4: Supported VSAT Modems263
  - Table A-5: Patents263
- Supported VSAT Modems263
- A.2 Outline Drawings264
- Adu264
- Figure A-1: Outline Drawing: ADU264
- A.2.2 Acu265
- Acu265
- Figure A-2: Outline Drawing: ACU, 19 Inch Rack265
- Figure A-3: N-Connector Interface on the ADU266
- N-Connector Interface on the ADU266
- A.3 VSAT LNB Data Sheet (Physical LNB)267
VSAT LNB Data Sheet (Physical LNB268
- VSAT LNB User Installation and Configuration Information268
  - Table A-7: Technical Specifications for VSAT LNB 2/2268
VSAT 8 W BUC Data Sheet (Extended269
- Table A-8: 4-Band Switching269
- Table A-10: Technical Specifications for VSAT 8 W BUC 2/3270
Appendix Bvmu Cables272
- Figure B-1: Modem Cable COMTECH Serial & RSSI TT7016A272
Modem Cable COMTECH Serial & RSSI TT7016A272
- Figure B-2: Modem Cable Infiniti Idirect VSAT Modem273
Modem Cable Infiniti Idirect VSAT Modem273
Appendix Cvmu Settings276
Openamip Setup for Idirect Infiniti 5000 & Evolution X5276
- Protocol and Interfaces276
- Sample Options File279
- Configuration Example (Openamip282
- Figure C-4: VSAT Modem Profile, Openamip (Example282
- Figure C-5: Satellite Profile, Openamip (Example282
- C.1.4 Troubleshooting283
- Troubleshooting283
- Figure C-6: Idirect Openamip Troubleshooting284
- Figure C-7: Connecting Idirect Infiniti 5000 Series to the ACU (Serial286
- Figure C-8: Connecting Idirect Evolution X5 to the ACU (Serial286
- Protocol and Interfaces286
Serial Setup for Idirect Infiniti 5000 & Evolution X5286
- Console Port Settings287
  - Table C-5: RS-232 Console Cable for Idirect Serial VSAT Modem287
  - Table C-6: Requirements for VSAT Modem Option File, Serial288
- Configuration Example (Serial289
- Figure C-10: Satellite Profile, Serial (Example289
- Figure C-9: VSAT Modem Profile, Serial (Example289
COMTECH 570L and ROSS Box290
- Figure C-11: Connecting COMTECH 570L and ROSS Box to the ACU (Example290
- Protocols and Interfaces290
- Configuration Example (COMTECH 570L and ROSS291
- Figure C-12: VSAT Modem Profile, COMTECH 570L and ROSS (Example291
- Figure C-13: Satellite Profile, COMTECH 570L and ROSS (Example291
- Figure C-14: Connecting STM Satlink 2900 VSAT Modem to the ACU292
- Interfaces and VSAT Modem Configuration292
STM Satlink 2900 VSAT Modem292
- ACU Configuration293
- C.4.2 ACU Configuration293
- Configuration Example (STM Satlink 2900294
- Figure C-15: VSAT Modem Profile, STM Satlink 2900 (Example294
- Figure C-16: Satellite Profile, STM Satlink 2900 (Example294
- Figure C-17: Connecting Gilat Skyedge II VSAT Modem to the ACU295
Gilat Skyedge II VSAT Modem295
- Interfaces and VSAT Modem Configuration295
- ACU Configuration296
  - Table C-7: Configuration of Gilat Skyedge II VSAT Modem296
- C.5.2 ACU Configuration296
- Configuration Example (Gilat Skyedge II297
- Figure C-18: VSAT Modem Profile, Gilat Sky Edge II (Example297
- Figure C-19: Satellite Profile, Gilat Sky Edge II (Example297
- C.6 Inmarsat G5 Modem298
- Configuration Example (Inmarsat G5298
- Connecting a Inmarsat G5 Modem298
- Figure C-20: VSAT Modem Profile, Inmarsat G5 (Example298
- Figure C-21: Satellite Profile, Inmarsat G5 (Example298
Inmarsat G5 Modem298
- Interfaces and VSAT Modem Configuration298
Appendix D Command Line Interface299
- D.1 Introduction299
- Figure D-1: How to Use the Command Line Interface (Example for Telnet299
Introduction299
- Conventions300
  - Figure D-2: Command Line Interface, Login300
  - Table D-1: Command Typography300
- Help300
- Telnet Connection300
- Config301
- D.2 Supported Commands301
- Demo301
  - Table D-2: UCLI Command: Config301
  - Table D-3: UCLI Command: Demo301
Supported Commands301
- Dual_Antenna302
- Exit302
- Help302
  - Table D-5: UCLI Command: Exit302
  - Table D-6: UCLI Command: Help302
- Modem303
- Satellite303
  - Table D-7: UCLI Command: Modem303
  - Table D-8: UCLI Command: Satellite304
- Status305
  - Table D-9: UCLI Command: Status305
- System306
- Track306
  - Table D-10: UCLI Command: System306
  - Table D-11: UCLI Command: Track306
- Zone307
  - Table D-12: UCLI Command: Zone307
  - Table E-1: Examples of DVB-S Satellites for Azimuth Calibration309
Appendix Edvb-S Satellites310
- Figure E-1: Satellite Data, Example from Www.lyngsat.com310
Appendix F Grounding and RF Protection311
- ESD Protection311
- F.1 Why Is Grounding Required?311
- Reasons for Grounding311
- Safety311
Why Is Grounding Required311
- F.2 Grounding Recommendations312
- Figure F-1: Extending the Ground Plane312
Grounding Recommendations312
- Grounding the ACU312
Alternative Grounding for Steel Hulls313
- Grounding the ACU313
- Grounding the ADU313
- Grounding the ADU314
- Figure F-3: Grounding at a Dedicated RF Ground (Alternative315
Alternative Grounding for Aluminum Hulls316
- Grounding the ACU316
- Grounding the ADU316
- Figure F-4: Alternative Grounding for Aluminium Hulls317
Alternative Grounding for Fibre Glass Hulls318
- Grounding the ACU318
- Figure F-5: Alternative Grounding for Fibreglass Hulls319
- Grounding the ADU319
- Figure F-6: Separate Ground Cable320
- Ground Cable - Construction320
Separate Ground Cable320
- Figure F-7: Isolation of the ADU from the Mounting Base321
- Ground Cable - Connection321
- Isolation of the ADU from the Mounting Base321
- Figure F-8: ADU Isolation and Grounding Cable322
- Figure F-9: Jumper Cable for Grounding (Specifications323
Jumper Cable for Grounding323
- F.8 RF Interference324
- Recommendations324
RF Interference324
Appendix G System Messages325
Event Messages - Overview325
- G.1 Event Messages – Overview325
List of ADU Events326
- Table G-1: ADU Event Messages326
List of ACU Events332
- Table G-2: ACU Event Messages332
Appendix H Approvals337
Overview337
Ce (R&Tte337
- H.1 Overview337
Eutelsat S.A339
- H.3 Eutelsat S.A339
Glossary341
Index345

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