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Sea Tel 3011W-91 User Manual

Sea Tel 3011W-91
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Sea Tel, Inc.
4030 Nelson Avenue
Concord, CA 94520
Tel: (925) 798-7979
Fax: (925) 798-7986
Web: http://www.cobham.com/seatel
Sea Tel Europe
Unit 1, Orion Industrial Centre
Wide Lane, Swaythling
Southampton, UK S0 18 2HJ
Tel: 44 (0)23 80 671155
Fax: 44 (0)23 80 671166
Web: http://www.cobham.com/seatel
Sea Tel Inc is also doing business as Cobham Antenna Systems
January 30, 2012 Document. No. 136407 Revision A
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR SEA TEL 3011W-91 BROADBAND-AT-SEA
TRANSMIT / RECEIVE SYSTEM WITH SELECTABLE CO-POL OR
CROSS-POL RECEIVE

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Sea Tel 3011W-91 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSea Tel
Model3011W-91
CategoryAntenna
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Revision History

Declaration of Conformity

R&TTE Declaration of Conformity

Compliance statement for radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Statements regarding FCC regulations for satellite communication systems.

System Configuration

System Cables

Details on AC power and coaxial cables used in the system.

Other Inputs to the System

Information on external inputs like Gyro Compass, GPS, and phone.

Simplified Block Diagram of a 3011 System

Visual representation of the system's main groups and components.

Dual Antenna Configuration

Setup for using two antenna systems for uninterrupted service.

Dual Antenna Arbitrator

Panel for managing signal distribution between two antennas.

Open Antenna-Modem Interface Protocol (OpenAMIP™) Specification

Protocol for information exchange between antenna controller and modem.

Site Survey

Site Selection Aboard Ship

Criteria for choosing an antenna mounting location on a vessel.

Antenna Shadowing (Blockage) and RF Interference

Avoiding obstructions that degrade satellite signal quality.

Mounting Foundation

Considerations for creating a stable and suitable mounting platform.

Mounting Height

Impact of mounting height on antenna performance and stability.

Mast Configurations

Different types of masts and their suitability for antenna mounting.

Safe Access to the ADE

Ensuring safe access for maintenance and servicing of the Above Decks Equipment.

Below Decks Equipment Location

Recommended placement for ACU, TMS, and modems.

Cables

Routing, installation, and protection guidelines for system cables.

Grounding

Proper grounding procedures for safety and system integrity.

Installation

Unpacking and Inspection

Procedures for safely unpacking and checking system components.

Assembly Notes and Warnings

Important notes and safety warnings for system assembly.

Installing the ADE

Instructions for mounting the Above Decks Equipment (antenna assembly).

Installing the 50, 60 or 66” Radome Assembly

Specific steps for installing the radome assembly.

Removing the Shipping/Stow Restraints PRIOR to Power-Up

Essential step to remove restraints before energizing the antenna.

Cable Installation

Detailed guidance on routing and securing shipboard cables.

Installing the Below Decks Equipment

Procedures for installing ACU, TMS, and other below-deck components.

Connecting the Below Decks Equipment

Connecting various BDE components as per the system block diagram.

Antenna Control Unit Connections

Specific connection details for the Antenna Control Unit.

Terminal Mounting Strip (TMS) Connections

Wiring and connection instructions for the TMS.

Final Checks

Verifying all connections and installations before powering up.

Power-Up

Steps for safely powering on the ACU and antenna system.

Antenna Maintenance

Procedures for balancing the antenna and monitoring motor drive torque.

Fine Balance and Monitoring Motor Drive Torque

Detailed steps for balancing the antenna and interpreting motor torque data.

Basic Setup of the ACU

Operator Settings

Setting ship information, satellite data, and initial parameters.

SETUP Parameter display and entry menus

Navigating and accessing system setup menus.

Default Setup Parameters for your Antenna

Factory default settings for key ACU parameters.

SAVE NEW PARAMETERS

Procedure to save configuration changes into ACU's NVRAM.

Setup – Ships Gyro Compass

GYRO TYPE

Selecting the correct gyro compass interface signal type.

Updating the GYRO TYPE parameter

Step-by-step process to manually update the gyro type parameter.

If There is NO Ships Gyro Compass

Configuration for systems without a gyro compass input.

Setup – Tracking Receiver - VSAT

Determining the IF Tracking Frequency (MHz)

Calculating and entering the Intermediate Frequency for tracking.

KHz

Entering the Kilohertz rate for tracking frequency.

FEC

Setting the Forward Error Correction rate for the L-Band SCPC receiver.

Tone

Configuration of tone control for multiband LNBs in VSAT systems.

Volt

Volt control for multiband LNBs in VSAT systems.

SAT SKEW

Optimizing antenna feed polarization for the satellite signal.

NID

Setting Network Identification for external network lock.

Setup – Band Selection

Cross-Pol Only Single-Band LNB

Settings for single-band LNBs for cross-polarization.

Cross-Pol Only Dual-Band LNB

Settings for dual-band LNBs for cross-polarization.

Cross-Pol Only Tri-Band LNB

Settings for tri-band LNBs for cross-polarization.

Cross-Pol only Quad-Band LNB

Default settings for quad-band LNBs for cross-polarization.

Cross-Pol AND Co-Pol Single-Band LNBs

Settings for single-band LNBs supporting both cross and co-polarization.

Cross-Pol AND Co-Pol Dual-Band LNBs

Settings for dual-band LNBs supporting both polarizations.

Cross-Pol AND Co-Pol Tri-Band LNBs

Settings for tri-band LNBs supporting both polarizations.

Cross-Pol AND Co-Pol Quad-Band LNBs

Settings for quad-band LNBs supporting both polarizations.

Setup – Targeting

AUTO TRIM

Automatic calculation and setting of azimuth and elevation trim parameters.

Manually Optimizing Targeting

Step-by-step process to manually adjust antenna pointing for optimal signal.

EL TRIM

Adjusting elevation trim offset to correct alignment errors.

AZ TRIM

Adjusting azimuth trim offset for installation alignment.

Setup – Home Flag Offset

Electronic Calibration of Relative Antenna Position (Home Flag Offset)

Method for electronically calibrating the home flag offset.

You Observe “Home” Pointing is LEFT of the Bow-line

Procedure to adjust HFO when home pointing is left of the bow line.

You Observe “Home” Pointing is RIGHT of the Bow-line

Procedure to adjust HFO when home pointing is right of the bow line.

To Enter the HFO value in the DAC_2202

Steps to input the calculated Home Flag Offset value into the ACU.

Mechanical Calibration of Relative Antenna Position (Home Flag Offset)

Physical adjustment of the home flag sensor and tab.

Setup – Searching

Searching Operation

Overview of the automated search process after signal loss.

Inclined Orbit Search Pattern

Settings for searching satellites in inclined geosynchronous orbits.

No Gyro Search Pattern

Search pattern configuration when a gyro compass is not available.

Changing the Search Parameters

Adjusting parameters like AUTO THRES, STEP SIZE, and DELAY for search.

SAVE NEW PARAMETERS

Saving modified search parameters to NVRAM.

Setup – Blockage & RF Radiation Hazard Zones

Radiation Hazard and Blockage Mapping (AZ LIMIT parameters)

Programming azimuth limits to create blockage or hazard zones.

SAVE NEW PARAMETERS

Saving configured blockage and hazard zone parameters.

Setup – Modem Connections, Setup and Test

Jumper Selection

Configuring jumpers on the Terminal Mounting Strip for modem functions.

iDirect Modems

Specific setup for iDirect modems, including jumpers and parameters.

Comtech Modems

Specific setup for Comtech modems, including jumpers and parameters.

Hughes Modems

Specific setup for Hughes modems, including jumpers and parameters.

STM Modems

Specific setup for STM modems, including jumpers and parameters.

Connections (ACU to Satellite Modem)

Wiring instructions for connecting the ACU to various satellite modems.

SYSTEM TYPE parameter

Configuring system functions via the SYSTEM TYPE parameter.

Blockage Simulation Test - DAC-2202

Testing the blockage output function and its interface with modems.

Testing the Satellite Modem Lock Input - DAC-2202

Verifying the satellite modem lock input signal to the ACU.

SAVE NEW PARAMETERS

Saving modem connection and setup parameters.

Setup – Optimizing Polarity & Cross-Pol Isolation

Sat Skew setting

Entering satellite skew value to optimize polarity angle.

Polarity Angle (POLANG) Parameters

Setting POL TYPE, OFFSET, and SCALE for polarity adjustment.

Optimizing Auto-Polarization on Receive Signal

Procedure to peak receive signal by adjusting SAT SKEW.

Optimizing Auto-Polarization Cross-Pol Isolation

Minimizing transmission effects on opposite polarization for isolation.

Setup – Other Parameters

SETUP Parameter display and entry menus

Navigating and accessing system setup menus.

5V OFFSET (May not be in your software)

Setting CCW polarity servo position reference.

5V SCALE (May not be in your software)

Setting 5V polarity servo motion scale factor.

REMOTE COMMAND

Issuing diagnostic commands to the PCU.

REMOTE MONITOR

Monitoring results of diagnostic commands.

To Disable/Enable DishScan®

Disabling/enabling DishScan for specific tests or diagnostics.

Satellite Reference Mode

Adjusting satellite reference mode for gyro stabilization.

REMOTE PARAMETERS

Saving modified remote parameters to NVRAM.

Functional Testing

ACU / Antenna System Check

Initial checks of the ACU and antenna system after power-up.

Latitude/Longitude Auto-Update check

Verifying the GPS antenna updates positional information correctly.

Heading Following

Testing if the ACU heading display follows the ship's gyro compass.

Blockage Simulation Test

Simulating blockage to test SW2 output logic and modem mute functions.

Four Quadrant Test Tracking

Testing the antenna's tracking accuracy in all four quadrants.

Test Broadband Operation

Verifying internet connectivity and data transfer speeds.

Test Voice Over IP (VOIP) Operation

Testing the functionality of Voice Over IP communication services.

Installation Troubleshooting

Warranty Information

Details on the system's warranty coverage and limitations.

Troubleshooting The ACU

Common ACU issues and initial troubleshooting steps.

Troubleshooting Ships Gyro Compass problems

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to gyro compass input.

Stowing the Antenna for Underway with Power OFF

Installing the Stow Restraints

Steps to install physical restraints to secure the antenna during transit.

Removing the Shipping/Stow Restraints PRIOR to Power-Up

Crucial step to remove restraints before energizing the antenna.

Removing the EL Shipping/Stow Restraint

Procedure for removing the elevation axis shipping restraint.

Removing the CL Shipping/Stow Restraint

Procedure for removing the cross-level axis shipping restraint.

DAC-2202 Technical Specifications

DAC-2202 Antenna Control Unit

General, front panel, rear panel, and interface specifications.

Terminal Mounting Strip

Specifications for Synchro, SBS, Control, and NMEA interfaces.

Environmental Conditions

Operating temperature, humidity, and other environmental requirements.

DAC-2202 AC Power Consumption

Power requirements for the DAC-2202 unit.

3011W-91 Technical Specifications

Antenna Reflector/Feed 3011

Specifications for the antenna's reflector, feed, polarization, and gain.

SMW Quad Band LNB

Technical details of the SMW Quad Band LNB.

TX Radio Package ( -91 systems)

Specifications for the transmit radio package, including BUC.

BUC Power Supply

Power supply specifications for the Block Up-Converter (BUC).

Co-Pol Equipment

Specifications for Co-Polarization components like diplexers and LNBs.

MK 2 Pedestal Control Unit (PCU)

Technical specifications for the PCU, including connectors and controls.

MK 2 Motor Driver Enclosure (MDE)

Specifications for the MDE, including motor drivers and connectors.

400 MHz Base & Pedestal Unlimited Azimuth Modems (3 Channel)

Specifications for the 400 MHz modems used in the system.

Stabilized Antenna Pedestal Assembly

Details on the pedestal's stabilization, motors, and motion range.

Radome Assembly, 40”

Specifications for the 40-inch radome, including dimensions and material.

ADE Pedestal Power Requirements:

Power input requirements for the Above Decks Equipment pedestal.

XX10 Environmental Specifications

Environmental operating conditions like temperature, humidity, and wind.

Below Decks Equipment

Reference to specifications for ACU, TMS, and Satellite Modem.

Router

Reference to manufacturer's manual for router specifications.

Cables

Recommendations for L-Band IF coax and multi-conductor cables.

DRAWINGS

DAC-2202 Antenna Control Unit Drawings

Drawings related to the DAC-2202 ACU assembly and schematics.

3011W-91 Ku-Band Model Specific Drawings

Drawings specific to the 3011W-91 Ku-Band model.

3011 General Drawings

General drawings for the 3011 system, including schematics and block diagrams.

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