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Sea Tel 5012-33 User Manual

Sea Tel 5012-33
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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
October 22, 2012 Document. No. 138222 Revision A
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR SEA TEL 5012-33 KU-BAND
BROADBAND-AT-SEA VSAT ANTENNA SYSTEM

Table of Contents

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Sea Tel 5012-33 Specifications

General IconGeneral
PolarizationLinear
Stabilization3-axis
TrackingAutomatic
Antenna Diameter1.2 m
Frequency BandC-band

Summary

Series 12 Ku-Band System Configuration(s)

System Cables

Details on AC Power & Coaxial cables for the system.

Other Inputs to the System

Describes multi-conductor cables from ship systems like Gyro, GPS, etc.

Simplified Block Diagram of a Series 12 Ku-Band System

Overview of the system's two main groups: Above Decks (ADE) and Below Decks (BDE).

Dual Antenna Configuration

Explains setting up dual antennas for uninterrupted service due to blockage.

Open Antenna-Modem Interface Protocol (OpenAMIP™) Specification

Details the ASCII message protocol for antenna-modem communication.

Site Survey

Site Selection Aboard The Ship

Guidelines for choosing the optimal mounting location for the radome assembly on a ship.

Antenna Shadowing (Blockage) and RF Interference

Discusses how structures can degrade the satellite signal and recommends clear line-of-sight.

Mounting Foundation Details

Covers deck/deckhouse mounting, pedestal sizing, and alignment for the ADE.

Mounting Height

Explains how mounting height affects tangential acceleration and antenna performance.

Mast Configurations

Discusses various mast types (Vertical, Raked, Girder, Truss) for mounting the antenna.

Safe Access to the ADE

Provides safety guidelines for accessing the Above Decks Equipment.

Below Decks Equipment Location

Recommendations for installing below-decks equipment like ACU in standard racks.

Cables

Details on selecting and installing coaxial, power, and signal cables for the system.

Grounding

Procedures for grounding the ADE and pedestal to the ship's hull for safety.

Installation

Unpacking and Inspection

Steps for unpacking the equipment and inspecting for shipping damage.

Assembly Notes and Warnings

Important notes on using Loctite and torque values for fasteners during assembly.

Installing the ADE

Procedures for preparing and installing the Above Decks Equipment (ADE) radome assembly.

Grounding the Pedestal

Instructions for grounding the antenna pedestal to the ship's hull using straps or wire.

Removing Shipping/Stow Restraints

Steps to remove shipping restraints from AZ, EL, and CL axes before energizing the antenna.

Installing the Below Decks Equipment

General cautions and warnings for installing below-decks equipment.

Connecting the Below Decks Equipment

Connecting AC power and various interface cables for below-decks equipment.

Final Checks

Performing visual, electrical, and wiring checks before energizing the system.

Setup - Media Xchange Point™ (MXP)

Initial setup, calibration, and commissioning of the MXP for antenna operation.

Configuring a Computer for the MXP

Setup – Ship’s Gyro Compass

Setting the Gyro Type

Selecting the correct gyro interface type for accurate heading input and stabilization.

If there is NO Ships Gyro Compass

Procedures for operating without a gyro compass using "No Gyro" or "Fixed" modes.

Setup – Satellite Configuration

Determining the IF Tracking Frequency (MHz)

Calculating and entering the IF tracking frequency for satellite acquisition.

SAT SKEW

Optimizing feed polarization by entering satellite skew values for accurate targeting.

Setup – Home Flag

Large AZ TRIM Value: Home Flag Adjustment

Adjusting the Home Flag based on large AZ TRIM values or observed bow pointing errors.

Entering a large value as Home Flag

Setting the Home Flag parameter when the offset is greater than +/-5 degrees.

Entering a small value as AZ TRIM

Using AZ TRIM for small offsets (+/-5 degrees) to correct antenna pointing.

Setup – Blockage Zones

Setup – Calibrating Targeting

AUTO TRIM

Automatic calculation and setting of Azimuth and Elevation trim offsets for accurate targeting.

Manually Calibrating Targeting

Step-by-step procedure for manually calibrating antenna targeting using calculated and peak positions.

Quick Start Operation

Satellite Signal Found & Network Lock Achieved

Steps when the system automatically acquires the satellite and achieves network lock.

No Signal Found

Troubleshooting steps when the system fails to automatically find a satellite.

Satellite Signal Found, No Network Lock

Actions when the system finds a satellite signal but fails to achieve modem network lock.

To Target a Different Satellite

Procedure for selecting and targeting a different satellite from the Satellite Search screen.

Optimizing Cross-Pol Isolation

Optimizing Cross-Pol Isolation

Procedure for contacting the NOC to arrange and perform cross-pol isolation testing.

SERIES 12 KU-BAND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Antenna Assembly 5009

Specifications for the antenna reflector, feed assembly, LNBs, and gain.

TX Radio Package ( -33 systems)

Specifications for the SSPB (Block Up-Converter) and associated RF components.

BUC Power Supply

Details on the AC input, DC output, and power consumption of the BUC power supply.

SMW Quad Band LNB

Technical specifications for the SMW Quad Band Low Noise Block downconverter.

Integrated Control Unit (ICU)

Connectors and features of the Integrated Control Unit (ICU).

Motor Driver Enclosure (MDE)

Connectors and status LEDs for the Motor Driver Enclosure (MDE).

Stabilized Antenna Pedestal Assembly

Specifications for the pedestal's type, stabilization, motors, and motion range.

GPS (integrated on Pedestal)

Environmental and input voltage specifications for the integrated GPS module.

Radome Assembly, 66”

Dimensions, weight, RF attenuation, and maintenance for the 66-inch radome.

Series 12 Environmental Specifications (ADE)

Operating conditions including temperature, humidity, wind, spray, icing, rain, and corrosion.

Transit Conditions

Compliance with ISTA standard for drop (transit shock) conditions.

Media Xchange Point ™ (MXP)

Physical dimensions, voltage, weight, and interface types for the MXP.

MXP Interfaces and Outputs

Details on MXP control interface, band select, blockage mute, and NMEA interface.

BDE Environmental Conditions

Environmental conditions for the Below Decks Equipment (BDE).

System Weight (ADE)

Specifies the total system weight for the Above Decks Equipment (Pedestal & Radome).

Power Requirements

Power consumption details for the ADE and BDE units.

Regulatory Compliance

Lists compliance standards for shock, vibration, EMI/EMC, safety, and FCC.

Cables

Recommended 50-ohm coax cable types and specifications for L-Band IF connections.

DRAWINGS

5012-33 Ku-Band Model Specific Drawings

Index of specific drawings related to the 5012-33 Ku-Band system.

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