Thrane&Thrane SAILOR 900 Installation And User Manual
INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL
SAILOR 900 VSAT System
SAILOR 900 VSAT
Installation and user manual
Document number: 98-133400-B
Release date: 8 November 2011
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Safety summary 1
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with
specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design,
manufacture and intended use of the equipment. Thrane & Thrane A/S assumes no liability
for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
Microwave radiation hazards
During transmission the Above Deck Unit (antenna) in
this system radiates Microwave Power.This radiation
may be hazardous to humans close to the Above Deck
Unit. During transmission, make sure that nobody gets
closer than the recommended minimum safety distance.
The minimum safety distance to the Above Deck Unit
reflector on the focal line is 30 m, based on a radiation
level of 10 W/m2. No hazard exists >25° below the Above Deck Unit’s mounting plane.
Refer to the drawing below.
No-transmit zones
In order to protect personnel no-transmit zones can be programmed. For further
information see Blocking zones — azimuth and elevation on page 3-5.
Distance to other equipment
Do not move the Above Deck Unit closer to radars than the minimum safe distance
specified in section Interference on page 3-13 — it may cause damage to the Above Deck
Unit.
MICROWAVE RADIATION
No personnel within safety distance
Safety distance:
30 m, 10 W/m
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Compass Safe Distance:
SAILOR 900 VSAT antenna or ADU (Above Deck Unit): min. 130 cm (IEC 945).
SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU (Antenna Control Unit): min. 10 cm (IEC 945)
Service
User access to the interior of the ACU is prohibited. Only a technician authorized by Thrane
& Thrane A/S may perform service - failure to comply with this rule will void the warranty.
Access to the interior of the Above Deck Unit is allowed. Replacement of certain modules
and general service may only be performed by a technician authorized by Thrane & Thrane
A/S.
Grounding, cables and connections
To minimize shock hazard and to protect against lightning, the equipment chassis and
cabinet must be connected to an electrical ground. The ACU must be grounded to the ship.
For further grounding information refer to the Installation manual.
Do not extend the cables beyond the lengths specified for the equipment. The cable
between the ACU and Above Deck Unit can be extended if it complies with the specified
data concerning cable losses etc.
Rx and Tx cables for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system are shielded and should not be affected
by magnetic fields. However, try to avoid running cables parallel to high power and AC/RF
wiring as it might cause malfunction of the equipment.
Power supply
The voltage range for the SAILOR 900 VSAT is 20 — 32 VDC. Note that the Above Deck Unit
is powered by the ACU.
If a 24 VDC power bus is not available, an external 115/230 VAC to 28 VDC power supply can
be used, for example a SAILOR 6080 Power Supply.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere
Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of
any electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Keep away from live circuits
Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers. Component replacement and
internal adjustment must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace
components with the power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous
voltages may exist even with the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always
disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them.
Failure to comply with the rules above will void the warranty!
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Record of Revisions
Rev. Description Release Date Initials
A Original document 26 September 2011 UFO
B The following sections have been added: 6.3.6, 6.3.7,
6.3.8, 9.4, Appendix B, Appendix C.
The following sections have been edited: 1.2, 3.1.1, 3.2.6
(p. 3-10) 3.6.1, 4.1.7, 6.2.2, 6.3, 9.1.1.
The following figures have been added: 6-3, A-1, A-2,
The following figures have been edited: 2-4, 2-5, 6-4,
6-5, 6-6, 6-7, 6-14, 8-1, 9-10, 9-11.
The following tables have been edited: 2-1, 2-2, 6-5.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 About this manual
1.1 Intended readers ................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Manual overview ............................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Related documents ............................................................................ 1-2
1.4 Typography ....................................................................................... 1-2
1.5 Precautions ....................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 Introduction
2.1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system .................................................................. 2-1
2.1.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU) ....................................................................2-3
2.1.2 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) .............................................................2-6
2.1.3 VSAT Modem Unit (VMU) ................................................................2-9
2.1.4 Satellite type approvals ...................................................................2-9
2.1.5 Power supply ..................................................................................2-9
2.1.6 Service activation ............................................................................2-9
2.2 Part numbers and options ............................................................... 2-10
2.2.1 Applicable Thrane & Thrane model- and part numbers ................. 2-10
2.2.2 Options for SAILOR 900 VSAT ........................................................ 2-10
Chapter 3 Installation
3.1 Unpacking ......................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 What’s in the box ............................................................................ 3-1
3.1.2 Initial inspection .............................................................................3-2
3.1.3 Tools needed ...................................................................................3-2
3.2 Site preparation ................................................................................3-3
3.2.1 General site considerations .............................................................3-3
3.2.2 Obstructions (ADU shadowing) ........................................................3-3
3.2.3 Blocking zones — azimuth and elevation .........................................3-5
3.2.4 Safe access to the ADU: Radiation hazard .......................................3-6
3.2.5 Ship motion and offset from the ship’s motion centre ......................3-7
3.2.6 ADU mast design: Foundation and height .......................................3-8
3.2.7 Interference ...................................................................................3-13
3.2.8 Other precautions ..........................................................................3-17
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3.3 Installation of the ADU .....................................................................3-18
3.3.1 Installing the ADU ..........................................................................3-19
3.3.2 Grounding the ADU ...................................................................... 3-22
3.3.3 Alternative ADU cable ................................................................... 3-22
3.4 Installation of the ACU (bulkhead) .................................................. 3-23
3.4.1 Installing the ACU (bulkhead) ....................................................... 3-23
3.4.2 Grounding the ACU (bulkhead) ..................................................... 3-24
3.4.3 SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU (bulkhead) with cable support ................... 3-24
3.5 Installation of the 19” rack version of the ACU ................................ 3-26
3.5.1 Installing the 19” rack version of the ACU ...................................... 3-26
3.5.2 Grounding the 19” rack version of the ACU .................................... 3-27
3.6 Installation of the VMU ................................................................... 3-28
3.6.1 General mounting considerations — VMU ..................................... 3-28
Chapter 4 Interfaces
4.1 Interfaces of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU .............................................4-1
4.1.1 ACU bulkhead — LEDs, display and keypad ......................................4-1
4.1.2 ACU 19” rack version — LEDs, display and keypad ............................4-1
4.1.3 ACU bulkhead — Connector panel — overview ................................. 4-2
4.1.4 ACU 19” rack version — Connector panel — overview ....................... 4-2
4.1.5 DC Input connector .........................................................................4-3
4.1.6 ADU connector ................................................................................ 4-4
4.1.7 Rx/Tx connectors for VMU ............................................................... 4-4
4.1.8 NMEA 0183/2000 connector ............................................................4-5
4.1.9 RS-232 and RS-422 connectors ....................................................... 4-6
4.1.10 LAN1, LAN2, LAN3 and LAN4 connectors ......................................... 4-7
4.2 Interfaces of the VMU .......................................................................4-9
4.2.1 Connecting an iNFINITI® 5000 Series Satellite Router .................... 4-9
4.2.2 Connecting an Evolution® X5 Satellite Router ...............................4-10
4.2.3 Connecting a Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem ......................4-11
Chapter 5 Connecting power
5.1 Power source ....................................................................................5-1
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5.2 Power cable selection .......................................................................5-2
5.2.1 Source impedance ...........................................................................5-2
5.2.2 Measuring the ship source impedance ............................................5-2
5.2.3 Power cable recommendations .......................................................5-3
5.3 Connecting power .............................................................................5-4
5.4 Power up ..........................................................................................5-5
Chapter 6 Configuration
6.1 Introduction to the built-in web interface ......................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Overview ......................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.2 Connecting to the web interface ......................................................6-2
6.2 Calibration of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ..................................................6-3
6.2.1 Setting up a service profile for calibration .......................................6-4
6.2.2 Calibration of azimuth and cable .....................................................6-6
6.3 Configuration with the web interface ................................................6-8
6.3.1 Overview and navigation .................................................................6-8
6.3.2 Using the Dashboard ......................................................................6-12
6.3.3 Satellite profiles and VSAT modem profiles ................................... 6-15
6.3.4 Setting up Blocking zones (RX and TX) .......................................... 6-19
6.3.5 Configuring the LAN network .........................................................6-21
6.3.6 E-mail setup .................................................................................6-23
6.3.7 Sending statistics reports ..............................................................6-24
6.3.8 Sending a diagnostic report ..........................................................6-27
6.3.9 Upload ..........................................................................................6-28
6.3.10 Administration ..............................................................................6-28
6.4 Keypad of the SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU ..............................................6-33
6.4.1 ACU display and keypad ................................................................6-33
6.4.2 Navigating the menus ...................................................................6-34
6.4.3 The menu tree ...............................................................................6-35
6.4.4 Adjusting brightness of the display ...............................................6-39
6.4.5 Resetting the system .....................................................................6-39
Chapter 7 Installation check
7.1 Installation check list: Antenna ......................................................... 7-1
7.2 Installation check list: ACU, connectors and wiring ........................... 7-3
7.3 Installation check list: Functional test in harbor ................................7-5
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Chapter 8 Daily use — Quick guide
Chapter 9 Service
9.1 Getting support: Helpdesk ................................................................9-2
9.1.1 Help desk and diagnostic report .....................................................9-2
9.2 Software update ............................................................................... 9-4
9.2.1 Software update (ADU and ACU) .....................................................9-4
9.2.2 Verifying the software update .........................................................9-5
9.3 Status signalling with LEDs and status messages ............................. 9-7
9.3.1 LEDs of the ADU modules ................................................................9-8
9.3.2 LEDs in the ACU .............................................................................. 9-9
9.4 Removal and replacement of the ACU ...............................................9-11
9.5 Removal and replacement of ADU modules ......................................9-12
9.6 Initial troubleshooting .....................................................................9-15
9.6.1 Viewing the Event list ....................................................................9-15
Appendix A Technical specifications
A.1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system components .............................................. A-1
A.1.1 General specifications ..................................................................... A-1
A.1.2 ADU ................................................................................................A-2
A.1.3 ACU ................................................................................................A-4
A.1.4 Supported VSAT modems ................................................................A-5
A.2 Outline drawings ..............................................................................A-6
A.2.1 ADU ................................................................................................A-6
A.2.2 ACU, bulkhead ................................................................................A-7
A.2.3 ACU, 19 inch rack ............................................................................A-8
Appendix B VMU cable specifications
B.1 Modem Cable Comtech Serial & RSSI TT7016A ..................................B-2
B.2 Modem Cable iNIFINITI iDirect VSAT modem ....................................B-3
Appendix C VMU settings requirements
C.1 Open AMIP setup for iDirect INFINITI 5000 & Evolution X5 ............... C-2
C.1.1 Protocol and interfaces ...................................................................C-2
C.1.2 Sample options file .........................................................................C-5
C.1.3 Configuration examples (OpenAMIP) ..............................................C-8
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C.2 Non-Open-AMIP setup for iDirect iNFINITI 5000 & Evolution X5 ...... C-10
C.2.1 Protocol and interfaces ................................................................. C-10
C.2.2 Console port settings ......................................................................C-11
C.2.3 Configuration examples (Non-OpenAMIP) ..................................... C-13
C.3 Setup of Comtech 570L, ROSS box & ACU ........................................ C-14
C.3.1 Protocols and interfaces ................................................................ C-14
Appendix D Grounding and RF protection
D.1 Why is grounding required? ..............................................................D-1
D.1.1 Reasons for grounding .................................................................... D-1
D.1.2 Safety ..............................................................................................D-1
D.1.3 ESD Protection ................................................................................D-1
D.2 Grounding Recommendations .......................................................... D-2
D.2.1 Grounding the ACU ........................................................................ D-2
D.2.2 Grounding the ADU ........................................................................ D-3
D.3 Alternative grounding for steel hulls ................................................ D-4
D.3.1 Grounding the ACU ........................................................................ D-4
D.3.2 Grounding the ADU ........................................................................ D-4
D.4 Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls ........................................ D-6
D.4.1 Grounding the ACU ........................................................................ D-6
D.4.2 Grounding the ADU ........................................................................ D-6
D.5 Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls ........................................ D-7
D.5.1 Grounding the ACU ........................................................................ D-7
D.5.2 Grounding the ADU ........................................................................ D-7
D.6 Separate ground cable ..................................................................... D-9
D.6.1 Ground cable - construction ........................................................... D-9
D.6.2 Ground cable - connection ............................................................. D-9
D.6.3 Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base ................................ D-10
D.7 RF interference ................................................................................D-11
D.7.1 Recommendations .........................................................................D-11
Appendix E System messages
E.1 Event messages — overview .............................................................. E-1
E.2 List of ADU events .............................................................................E-2
E.3 List of ACU events .............................................................................E-8
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Glossary ............................................................................................................ Glossary-1
Index .................................................................................................................Index-1
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List of Figures
Chapter 1 About this manual
Chapter 2 Introduction
Figure 2-1: Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit (ACU).................................................2-2
Figure 2-2: Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit (ACU), 19” rack version ......................2-2
Figure 2-3: Above Deck Unit (ADU).........................................................................................2-3
Figure 2-4: Above Deck Unit modules 1/2................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-5: Above Deck Unit modules 2/2...............................................................................2-5
Figure 2-6: SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU, connector overview..........................................................2-7
Figure 2-7: SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU, 19” rack version................................................................2-7
Figure 2-8: Antenna Control Unit for bulkhead installation.....................................................2-8
Figure 2-9: Antenna Control Unit for 19” rack installation.......................................................2-8
Chapter 3 Installation
Figure 3-1: Signal degradation because of obstructing objects...............................................3-4
Figure 3-2: 2 blocking zones with no-transmit zones, azimuth (example)...............................3-5
Figure 3-3: Blocking zone with no-transmit zones, elevation angle (example)........................3-5
Figure 3-4: Radiation hazard, safety distance 30 m ................................................................3-6
Figure 3-5: Maximum distance from the ship’s motion centre (h max)....................................3-7
Figure 3-6: ADU mast flange, top and side view .................................................................... 3-8
Figure 3-7: ADU mast flange, recommended flatness on the mast mount plateau.................. 3-8
Figure 3-8: ADU mast flange, distance to the welded seam ....................................................3-9
Figure 3-9: ADU, bottom view.................................................................................................3-9
Figure 3-10: Free mast length and bracing for a tall mast ...................................................... 3-10
Figure 3-11: Interference with the vessel’s radar.................................................................... 3-13
Figure 3-12: Recommended distance to transmitters (m) for frequencies below 1000 MHz ..... 3-16
Figure 3-13: Drain pipe with free space...................................................................................3-17
Figure 3-14: Use of strong sling with a belt and tag lines for safe hoisting ............................. 3-18
Figure 3-15: Free space for access to the service hatch .......................................................... 3-19
Figure 3-16: ADU installation, webbed sling attached to the 4 lifting brackets........................3-20
Figure 3-17: Mounting the ADU on the mast flange................................................................3-20
Figure 3-18: Connecting the ADU cable.................................................................................. 3-21
Figure 3-19: ACU, connector panel.........................................................................................3-23
Figure 3-20: SAILOR 900 VSAT ACU, bulkhead version, ground stud ......................................3-24
Figure 3-21: Mounting the cable relief 1/2 ..............................................................................3-25
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Figure 3-22: Mounting the cable relief 2/2 .............................................................................3-25
Figure 3-23: ACU, 19” rack version, On/off switch at the back ................................................. 3-26
Figure 3-24: ACU, LAN connector at the front: Service port..................................................... 3-27
Figure 3-25: ACU, 19” rack version, ground stud .................................................................... 3-27
Chapter 4 Interfaces
Figure 4-1: ACU bulkhead, LEDs, display and keypad ..............................................................4-1
Figure 4-2: ACU rack version, LEDs, display and keypad..........................................................4-1
Figure 4-3: ACU bulkhead, connector panel overview.............................................................4-2
Figure 4-4: ACU rack version, connector panel overview ........................................................4-2
Figure 4-5: DC Input connector with power cable...................................................................4-3
Figure 4-6: LAN1 —LAN4 connectors .......................................................................................4-7
Figure 4-7: Connecting an iNFINITI® 5000 Series Satellite Router .........................................4-9
Figure 4-8: Connecting an Evolution X5 Satellite Router .......................................................4-10
Figure 4-9: Connecting a Comtech 570 L or 625 Satellite Modem ...........................................4-11
Chapter 5 Connecting power
Figure 5-1: Measuring the ship source impedance.................................................................5-3
Figure 5-2: Connecting power to DC Input..............................................................................5-4
Figure 5-3: ACU display after first power on (example with LAN ports 1 and 4 used)...............5-5
Chapter 6 Configuration
Figure 6-1: Configuration setup...............................................................................................6-1
Figure 6-2: LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT ...................................6-2
Figure 6-3: SAILOR 900 VSAT Dashboard ...............................................................................6-3
Figure 6-4: Service profile, add a Service ‘modem’ for calibration..........................................6-4
Figure 6-5: Service profile, add satellite information.............................................................. 6-5
Figure 6-6: Web interface: SERVICE, Calibration: Azimuth and cable......................................6-6
Figure 6-7: Topics in the web interface (SITE MAP) ................................................................6-8
Figure 6-8: Sections of the web interface ...............................................................................6-9
Figure 6-9: Web interface: DASHBOARD................................................................................6-12
Figure 6-10: Web interface: SETTINGS - list of satellite profiles (example)...............................6-15
Figure 6-11: Web interface: SETTINGS, Satellite profiles — new entry (example)......................6-16
Figure 6-12: Web interface: SETTINGS, VSAT modem profiles — list (example) ........................6-17
Figure 6-13: Web interface: SETTINGS, VSAT modem profiles — new entry (example)..............6-18
Figure 6-14: Web interface: SETTINGS, Blocking zones — azimuth and elevation.....................6-19
Figure 6-15: Blocking zone, example: 315 - 45 degrees.......................................................... 6-20
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Figure 6-16: Blocking zone, example: 45 - 315 degrees ..........................................................6-20
Figure 6-17: Web interface: SETTINGS, Network (LAN connectors).......................................... 6-21
Figure 6-18: Web interface: SETTINGS, E-mail setup ..............................................................6-23
Figure 6-19: Web interface: SETTINGS, Reports (example)......................................................6-24
Figure 6-20: Statistics — how to read data for a range ............................................................6-26
Figure 6-21: Statistics report (example).................................................................................. 6-27
Figure 6-22: Web interface: Administration ............................................................................6-28
Figure 6-23: Web interface: Administration, change administrator logon ...............................6-29
Figure 6-24: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION, Reset administrator password .......................6-29
Figure 6-25: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION, User permissions........................................... 6-31
Figure 6-26: Web interface: ADMINISTRATION, Factory default ..............................................6-32
Figure 6-27: Display (example) and keypad of the ACU...........................................................6-33
Figure 6-28: Antenna Control Unit, menu tree ........................................................................6-35
Figure 6-29: Reset the system.................................................................................................6-39
Chapter 7 Installation check
Chapter 8 Daily use — Quick guide
Figure 8-1: SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide — web interface and satellite profiles.................... 8-1
Figure 8-2: SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick Guide — Viewing system parameters...............................8-2
Chapter 9 Service
Figure 9-1: Web interface: HELPDESK.....................................................................................9-2
Figure 9-2: Web interface: HELPDESK, enter support contact..................................................9-2
Figure 9-3: LAN connector used for configuring the SAILOR 900 VSAT....................................9-4
Figure 9-4: Web interface: SERVICE, Upload.......................................................................... 9-5
Figure 9-5: Verifying software update.................................................................................... 9-6
Figure 9-6: LEDs on the ACU.................................................................................................. 9-9
Figure 9-7: LEDs on the ACU, 19” rack version ....................................................................... 9-9
Figure 9-8: Removal and replacement of the ACU bulkhead..................................................9-11
Figure 9-9: Removal and replacement of the ACU 19” rack ....................................................9-11
Figure 9-10: ADU modules and motor stop switch .................................................................. 9-12
Figure 9-11: Above Deck Unit modules (continued)................................................................ 9-13
App. A Technical specifications
Figure A-1: Outline drawing: ADU.......................................................................................... A-6
Figure A-2: Outline drawing: ACU, bulkhead.......................................................................... A-7
Figure A-3: Outline drawing: ACU, 19 inch rack...................................................................... A-8
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App. B VMU cable specifications
Figure B-1: Modem Cable Comtech Serial & RSSI TT7016A.....................................................B-2
Figure B-2: Modem Cable iNIFINITI iDirect VSAT modem.......................................................B-3
App. C VMU settings requirements
Figure C-1: Connecting iDirect iNFINITI 5000 series to the ACU (OpenAMIP) ..........................C-3
Figure C-2: Connecting iDirect Evolution X5 to the ACU (OpenAMIP)......................................C-3
Figure C-3: Supported OpenAMIP commands.........................................................................C-4
Figure C-4: VSAT modem profile, OpenAMIP (example)..........................................................C-8
Figure C-5: Satellite profile, OpenAMIP (example)..................................................................C-9
Figure C-6: Connecting iDirect iNFINITI 5000 series to the ACU (Non-OpenAMIP).................C-10
Figure C-7: Connecting iDirect Evolution X5 to the ACU (Non-OpenAMIP) .............................C-10
Figure C-8: RS-232 Console cable for iDirect Non-OpenAMIP VSAT modem........................... C-11
Figure C-9: Requirements for VSAT modem option file, Non-OpenAMIP................................C-12
Figure C-10: VSAT modem profile, Non-OpenAMIP (example).................................................C-13
Figure C-11: Satellite profile, Non-OpenAMIP (example).........................................................C-13
Figure C-12: Connecting Comtech 570L and ROSS box to the ACU (example)...........................C-14
App. D Grounding and RF protection
Figure D-1: Extending the ground plane.................................................................................D-2
Figure D-2: Grounding the ADU..............................................................................................D-3
Figure D-3: Grounding at a dedicated RF ground (alternative)............................................... D-5
Figure D-4: Alternative grounding for aluminium hulls...........................................................D-7
Figure D-5: Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls ........................................................... D-8
Figure D-6: Separate ground cable........................................................................................ D-9
Figure D-7: Isolation of the ADU from the mounting base..................................................... D-10
Figure D-8: ADU isolation and grounding cable..................................................................... D-11
App. E System messages
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List of Tables
Chapter 1 About this manual
Table 1-1: List of Related Documents .................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 Introduction
Table 2-1: Model and part numbers for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system (T&T units)................ 2-10
Table 2-2: Model and part numbers for options of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system ................. 2-10
Chapter 3 Installation
Table 3-1: Maximum distance from the ship’s motion center versus ship’s roll period...........3-7
Table 3-2: Mast dimensions without braces ......................................................................... 3-11
Table 3-3: Mast dimensions with 3 braces............................................................................ 3-11
Table 3-4: Mast dimensions with 2 braces........................................................................... 3-12
Table 3-5: Minimum radar separation, X-band ................................................................... 3-14
Table 3-6: Minimum radar separation, S-band.................................................................... 3-14
Table 3-7: ADU cable types and maximum lengths..............................................................3-22
Chapter 4 Interfaces
Table 4-1: DC Input plug, outline and pin assignment...........................................................4-3
Table 4-2: N connector, outline and pin assignment .............................................................4-4
Table 4-3: F connector, Rx and Tx, outline and pin assignment.............................................4-4
Table 4-4: NMEA 0183/2000 connector, outline and pin assignment .....................................4-5
Table 4-5: RS-232 connector, male, outline and pin assignment ...........................................4-6
Table 4-6: RS-422 connector, male, outline and pin assignment ...........................................4-7
Table 4-7: Ethernet connector, outline and pin assignment...................................................4-8
Table 4-8: Cables to connect an iNFINITI® 5000 Series Satellite Router................................4-9
Table 4-9: Cables to connect a Comtech 570 L-Band Satellite Modem .................................. 4-11
Chapter 5 Connecting power
Chapter 6 Configuration
Table 6-1: Satellite requirements for elevation and carrier................................................... 6-5
Table 6-2: Web interface: Icons........................................................................................... 6-10
Table 6-3: Web interface, SAILOR 900 VSAT parameters on DASHBOARD........................... 6-13
Table 6-4: Web interface, VSAT MODEM parameters on DASHBOARD ................................ 6-14
Table 6-5: LAN port - preferred use.................................................................................... 6-21
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Table 6-6: Parameters recorded in a statistics report .......................................................... 6-25
Table 6-7: Items in the ACU display (Example).................................................................... 6-33
Table 6-8: Top-level menus of the ACU............................................................................... 6-36
Table 6-9: ANTENNA menu of the ACU................................................................................ 6-37
Table 6-10: MODEM menu of the ACU .................................................................................. 6-37
Table 6-11: NETWORK menu of the ACU ...............................................................................6-38
Table 6-12: SATELLITE menu of the ACU ...............................................................................6-38
Table 6-13: EVENTS menu of the ACU ...................................................................................6-39
Chapter 7 Installation check
Table 7-1: Installation check list: Antenna .............................................................................7-1
Table 7-2: Installation check list: ACU, connectors and wiring .............................................. 7-3
Table 7-3: Installation check list: Functional test in harbor ...................................................7-5
Chapter 8 Daily use — Quick guide
Chapter 9 Service
Table 9-1: LEDs of the ADU modules.....................................................................................9-8
Table 9-2: LEDs on the ACU ..................................................................................................9-9
App. A Technical specifications
Table A-1: General specifications.......................................................................................... A-1
Table A-2: Technical specifications for the Above Deck Unit ..................................................A-2
Table A-3: Technical specifications for the ACU .....................................................................A-4
Table A-4: Supported VSAT modems .....................................................................................A-5
App. B VMU cable specifications
App. C VMU settings requirements
Table C-1: Messages sent from the VSAT modem to the ACU (examples)...............................C-4
Table C-2: Messages sent from the ACU to the VSAT modem (examples)...............................C-5
Table C-3: Ranges for signal strength for iDirect Open AMIP VSAT modem ...........................C-5
Table C-4: Information in the VSAT modem option file.......................................................... C-7
App. D Grounding and RF protection
App. E System messages
Table E-1: ADU event messages............................................................................................ E-2
Table E-2: ACU event messages ............................................................................................E-8
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About this manual
About this manual 1
1.1 Intended readers
This is an installation and user manual for the SAILOR 900 VSAT system, intended for
installers of the system and service personnel. Personnel installing or servicing the
system must be properly trained and authorized by Thrane & Thrane. It is important
that you observe all safety requirements listed in the beginning of this manual, and
install the system according to the guidelines in this manual.
For daily use of the SAILOR 900 VSAT system see the SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick guide or
Daily use — Quick guide on page 8-1.
1.2 Manual overview
This manual has the following chapters:
• Introduction
• Installation
• Interfaces
• Connecting power
• Configuration
• Installation check
• Daily use — Quick guide
• Service
This manual has the following appendices:
• Technical specifications
• VMU cable specifications
• VMU settings requirements
• Grounding and RF protection
• System messages
Related documents
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1.3 Related documents
The following related documentation is referred to in this manual:
1.4 Typography
In this manual, typography is used as indicated below:
Bold is used for the following purposes:
• To emphasize words.
Example: “Do not touch the antenna”.
• To indicate what the user should select in the user interface.
Example: “Select SETTINGS > LAN”.
Italic is used to emphasize the paragraph title in cross-references.
Example: “For further information, see Connecting Cables on page...”.
1.5 Precautions
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Text marked with “Warning”, “Caution”, “Note” or “Important” show the following
type of data:
• Warning: A Warning is an operation or maintenance procedure that, if not obeyed,
can cause injury or death.
• Caution: A Caution is an operation or maintenance procedure that, if not obeyed,
can cause damage to the equipment.
• Note: A Note gives information to help the reader.
• Important: A text marked Important gives information that is important to the user,
e.g. to make the system work properly. This text does not concern damage on
equipment or personal safety.
Document number Title
98-133401 SAILOR 900 VSAT Quick guide
Table 1-1: List of Related Documents
Precautions
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General precautions
All personnel who operate equipment or do maintenance as specified in this manual
must know and follow the safety precautions.
The warnings and cautions that follow apply to all parts of this manual.
WARNING! Before using any material, refer to the
manufacturers’ material safety data sheets for safety
information. Some materials can be dangerous.
CAUTION! Do not use materials that are not equivalent to
materials specified by Thrane & Thrane. Materials that are
not equivalent can cause damage to the equipment.
CAUTION! The system contains items that are
electrostatic discharge sensitive. Use approved industry
precautions to keep the risk of damage to a minimum when
you touch, remove or insert parts or assemblies.
Precautions
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Chapter 2
Introduction
Introduction 2
This chapter is organised in the following sections:
• SAILOR 900 VSAT system
• Part numbers and options
2.1 SAILOR 900 VSAT system
The SAILOR 900 VSAT is a unique stabilized maritime VSAT antenna system operating
in the Ku-band (10.7 to 14.5 GHz). It provides bi-directional IP data connections both on
regional satellite beams and quasi-global Ku-band satellite networks. The system only
requires a single 50 Ohm cable to provide the Above Deck Unit with both DC power,
data and control information. The radome does not have to be opened neither before
nor after the installation. To protect the Above Deck Unit the built-in DC motors act as
breaks during transport and when the Above Deck Unit is not powered. The ADU
system can be accessed remotely and in-depth performance analysis can be done
using the built-in web interface.
The SAILOR 900 VSAT system consists of two units:
• Above Deck Unit (ADU)
• Antenna Control Unit (ACU)
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The following figures show the SAILOR 900 VSAT system with its two variants of ACUs.
Figure 2-1: Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit (ACU)
Figure 2-2: Above Deck Unit and Antenna Control Unit (ACU), 19” rack version
Antenna Control Unit (ACU)
Above Deck Unit (ADU)
Above Deck Unit (ADU)
Antenna Control Unit (ACU)
(1 U 19” rack mount)
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SAILOR 900 VSAT features
Single 50 Ohm coax cable for the ADU.
Support of several VSAT modems.
Service communication using SAILOR FleetBroadband over WAN.
Remote or local simultaneous software update of ADU and ACU via PC and Internet
browser.
Global RF configuration.
Full remote control and troubleshooting with built-in test equipment (BITE).
ACU with 4 x LAN, NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000, RS-232 and RS-422.
All interfaces at the ACU, no additional units required.
DC powered. Start up voltage: 22 VDC guaranteed, operating range: 20 — 32 VDC.
No scheduled maintenance.
2.1.1 Above Deck Unit (ADU)
The SAILOR 900 VSAT Above Deck Unit is a 103 cm VSAT stabilised tracking antenna,
consisting of a suspended antenna with a standard global RF configuration. The Above
Deck Unit’s weight is around 135 kg. It is stabilized by heavy duty vibration dampers in
3-axis (plus skew) and can be used in environments with elevations of -25° to + 125°.
The Above Deck Unit is powered by the Antenna Control Unit and protected by a plastic
radome.
Figure 2-3: Above Deck Unit (ADU)
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Modules in the SAILOR 900 VSAT Above Deck Unit
1. GPS module.
2. VSAT Interface Module (VIM).
3. DC-Motor Driver Module for cross elevation (DDM).
4. Cross elevation motor and encoder.
5. Zero Reference Module (x4) (ZRM). (not visible on photo)
6. DC-Motor Driver Module for elevation (on the side).
7. Elevation motor and encoder. (on the side)
8. Polarisation Motor Module (PMM). (not visible on photo)
9. Polarisation motor and encoder. (not visible on photo)
Figure 2-4: Above Deck Unit modules 1/2
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10. Block Up Converter (BUC). (behind cable screen, not visible on photo)
11. Low Noise Block downconverter (x2) (LNB). (not visible on photo)
12. Ortho Mode Transducer (OMT). (not visible on photo)
13. Inertial Sensor Module (ISM).
14. Pedestal Control Module (PCM).
15. Service switch.
In switch-off position the DC Motor Driver modules and the BUC are turned off for
safe conditions during service and repair. The switch must be in on position for
normal ADU operation.
16. DC-Motor Driver Module for Azimuth.
17. Azimuth motor and encoder. (not visible on photo)
18. Rotary joint. (not visible on photo)
19. Feed horn.
Figure 2-5: Above Deck Unit modules 2/2
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SAILOR 900 VSAT Above Deck Unit interface
All communication between the Above Deck Unit and the ACU passes through a single
standard 50 Ohm cable (with N connector) through the rotary joint. No cable work is
required inside the radome.
Installation friendly
Four lifting brackets (included in the delivery) and reuse of packing material help
getting the Above Deck Unit safely into place. Satellite link parameters are entered
using a PC and the built-in web server of the ACU. They can be displayed at the ACU.
The included cable relief support can be attached to the ACU.
Service friendly
The system configuration is saved in two modules, there is no loss of data at repair.
The large service hatch of the radome gives easy access to the ADU on site (one-hand
operation). The service switch in the ADU stops the DC Motor Driver modules, turns the
BUC off and switches on the light inside the radome. The service tools for replacing
modules are placed on a tool holder inside the radome.
All modules have a service and power LED status indicator. Each module is
encapsulated in a metal box with self-contained mounting bolts.
If necessary, belts and modules can be exchanged through the service hatch on site.
You can do remote diagnostics and service with the ADU. Its built-in test equipment
checks constantly the ADU’s components for proper functioning, it monitors and logs
information for all modules. The ADU performs a POST (Power On Self Test) and you
can request a self test (Person Activated Self Test) and has Continuous Monitoring
(CM). Error codes can be read out in the web interface and in the display of the ACU.
Software update is done using a PC connected via LAN to the ACU.
2.1.2 Antenna Control Unit (ACU)
The Antenna Control Unit, also called ACU, is the central unit in the system. It contains
all user interfaces and manages all communication between the ADU and the VMU, a
connected PC and an optional FleetBroadband service communication line. The ACU
has a display, status LEDs and a keypad. It provides a DHCP client. During
configuration you can configure heading offset, save satellite and VMU setups and
enter No Transmit Zones (blocking zones in which the ADU does not transmit).
The ACU provides DC power to the ADU through a single coaxial cable. You can use the
TT-6080A Power Supply to provide the DC power (20-32 VDC).
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