Maritime VSAT Installation Document

Maritime VSAT
Installation Document

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Version 2.2 oct. 2010 Seatel 4009-33/4006RZA-33
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REV Date Description

1.8 20-6-2010 Updated text of Seatel software version par.
45
1.9 7-7-2010 Error correction page 47, 49, 55
2.0 14-7-2010 Error correction page 48 ip-address of switch
2.1 5-9-2010 Page 45 corrected

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1 System .............................................................................................................................................. 4
2 General System Description KU-band RX/TX antenna. ................................................................... 4
2.1 Purpose. ............................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 System Components ......................................................................................................................... 5
3 Unpacking and Inspection ................................................................................................................. 5
4 Site Selection Aboard Ship ............................................................................................................... 6
6 Lifting and Installing the radome: ...................................................................................................... 7
7 Temporary storage of ADU: .............................................................................................................. 9
8 ADE Mounting location: ................................................................................................................... 10
9 ADU mounting location ................................................................................................................... 11
10 ADU Outline drawing: ...................................................................................................................... 13
11 ADU – BDU cabling ......................................................................................................................... 13
12 Coaxial Cables: ............................................................................................................................... 14
13 Coaxial Connectors: ........................................................................................................................ 15
14 Cable terminations in the radome ................................................................................................... 16
15 AC power input TX cable RX cable ................................................................................................. 16
16 Deck/bulkhead penetrations ............................................................................................................ 16
17 Simplified block-diagram of Tx/Rx antenna system: ....................................................................... 17
18 Cable connections: .......................................................................................................................... 18
19 BDE installation proposal with a 19 inch rack: ................................................................................ 20
20 Terminal mounting strip: .................................................................................................................. 20
21 GPS connection to iDirect modem: ................................................................................................. 22
22 Initial inspection and operation of antenna: .................................................................................... 22
23 Initial start-up of antenna: ................................................................................................................ 22
24 System Power-up ............................................................................................................................ 22
25 Antenna Initialization ....................................................................................................................... 23
26 Balancing ......................................................................................................................................... 23
27 Software
28 Four Quadrant test
29 Azimuth and Elevation Trim
30 System settings
31 Rack Internal Wiring diagram
32 Setup of 8W Codan BUC
33 Initial programming of iDirect modem: ............................................................................................ 28
34 Setup of Cisco 2960 switch.
35 Prepare for commissioning: ............................................................................................................ 50
36 General System Description iDirect modem: ................................................................................. 54
37 Programming Linksys SPA2102 voip adapter.
38 VOIP Operation
39 Crew Calling operation
40 Programming the Cisco Router (optional) ....................................................................................... 63
41 VOIP Adapter (old model): .............................................................................................................. 72
42 RH Connector check list
43 Trouble shooting and support options: ............................................................................................ 79
44 Appendix 1
45 Software update procedure
46 Appendix 2
47 Abbreviations:.................................................................................................................................. 90

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1 System

The package should generally consist of:

 KU-band RX/TX maritime stabilized antenna type: Seatel 4009 with 8w IBUC.

 Seatel antenna tracking unit DAC 2202 and interfaces.

 iDirect modem X5 series

 optional Cisco router type 1811 or 871 or 2811

 Linksys SPA2102 SIP adapter

 UPS

2 General System Description KU-band RX/TX antenna.

Your system includes a fully stabilized antenna that has been designed and manufactured so as to be
inherently reliable, easy to maintain, and simple to operate. Except for start-ups, or when changing to
operate with different transponders or satellites, the equipment essentially permits unattended
operation.

2.1 Purpose.

This shipboard Transmit-Receive (TXRX) system provides you with two-way satellite voice/data
broadband communications while underway on an ocean-going vessel. This can be used to provide a
wide variety of telephone, fax and high speed data applications. Your antenna system can transmit to
and receive from any desired Ku-band satellite which has adequate signal coverage in your current
geographic area. This input will be distributed to your satellite modem and then to all of your other
below decks computer, and telephone equipment.

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2.2 System Components

The 4009 TXRX system consists of two major groups of equipment; an above-decks group and a
below-decks group. Each group is comprised of, but is not limited to, the items listed below. All
equipment comprising the Above Decks is incorporated inside the radome assembly and is integrated
into a single operational entity. For inputs, this system requires only an unobstructed line-of-sight view
to the satellite, Gyro Compass input and AC electrical power. For more information about these
components, refer to the Basic System Information section of this manual.

2.3 Above-Decks Equipment (ADE)

 Stabilized antenna pedestal

 Antenna Reflector
 Feed Assembly with LNB(s)
 Ku-Band Solid State Block Up-Converter (SSPBUC)
 Radome Assembly 50 inch. (standard)

2.4 Below-Decks Equipment

 Antenna Control Unit

 Interface to connect to vessel‘s Gyro and gps system.
 Satellite Modem and other below decks equipment required for the desired communications
purposes.
 Ethernet router and VoIP adapter(s)
 Ethernet and telephone cable
 UPS system

Your antenna pedestal comes completely assembled in its 50‖ or 60‖ radome. This section contains
instructions for unpacking, final assembly and installation of the equipment. It is highly recommended
that installation of the system be performed by trained technicians.

3 Unpacking and Inspection

Exercise caution when unpacking the equipment. Carefully inspect the radome surface for evidence of
shipping damage.

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4 Site Selection Aboard Ship

The radome assembly should be installed at a location aboard ship where:

1. The antenna has a clear line-of-sight to as much of the sky (horizon to zenith at all bearings)
as is practical.
2. The antenna is a minimum of 15 Feet from the ship's Radar, especially high power Radar
arrays.
3. The antenna is not mounted on the same plane as the ship's Radar, so that it is not directly in
the Radar beam path.
4. The antenna is a minimum of 15 Feet from high power short wave transmitting antennas are
not in close proximity.
5. The Above Decks Equipment (ADE) and the Below Decks Equipment (BDE) should be
positioned as close to one another as possible. This is necessary to reduce the losses
associated with long cable runs.
6. Rigid mounting location that will not flex, or sway, in ships motion or vibration. If these
conditions cannot be entirely satisfied, the site selection will inevitably be a ―best‖ compromise
between the various considerations.

5 Assembly Notes and Warnings

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6 Lifting and Installing the radome:

50” or 60” Radome Assembly

The antenna pedestal is shipped completely assembled in its 50‖ or 60‖ radome.

1 Open the crating and dispose the wooden paneling.

2 Remove the shipping nuts which mount the ADE to its‘ pallet.
3 Using a web strap lifting sling arrangement, and with a tag line attached near the radome
base, hoist the antenna assembly to its assigned location aboard ship by means of a
suitably sized crane or derrick.
4 The radome assembly should be positioned with the BOW marker aligned as close as
possible to the centerline of the ship. Any variation from actual alignment can be
compensated with the AUTO TRIM adjustment in the Antenna Control Unit so precise
alignment is not required. In the latest 4009 models the ring that contains the homeflag
magnet can be adjusted to any required angle.
5 Bolt the radome base directly to the ship's deck/mast or mounting plate. When completed the
radome base should be as near level as possible.
6 Open the radome hatch and enter the radome.
7 Inspect the pedestal assembly and reflector for signs of shipping damage.
8 Remove the web strap shipping restraints from the pedestal. Save these straps to restrain the
antenna in the event that the AC power will be turned off while the ship is underway.
9 Cut and discard the large white tie-wraps from the pedestal.
10 Remove the transport bar below the cross-bar.
11 Check that the antenna moves freely in azimuth. Elevation, and cross level are blocked until
mains power is applied!
12 Check that the antenna assembly is balanced front to back, top to bottom and side to side by
observing that it remains stationary when positioned in any orientation. Refer to section for
complete information on balancing the antenna.
13 Check that all pedestal wiring and cabling is properly dressed and clamped in place.

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7 Temporary storage of ADU:

Stowing procedure:
1. Point the antenna towards zero degrees elevation
2. Install the associated strap to block the antenna in azimuth.
3. Install tyraps to pull the dish to the elevation end-stop and tighten the tyrap.

CAUTION: Tighten the straps ONLY tight enough to restrain the antenna. When restrained the
antenna will only be able to move about an inch in any direction. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

NOTE: Remove the straps, and/or Tyraps, before applying power and returning the antenna to
normal operating condition.

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8 ADE Mounting location:

The mast design shall be shall be such that it can take the weight of the antenna of approx. 125 kg
and be able to resist a wind force of up to 120 knots. The mast pole will have a height of approx. 2 mtr.
Around the pole an access platform is to be provided approx 1 mtr below the bottom level of the
radome, to provide access to antenna interior.
For safety purposes a guard rail should be attached. An extended bottom plate is to be provided
underneath the pole to spread the mass over a wider surface and prevent unnecessary stress on the
deck structure.

The radome is provided with a service hatch. After installation of the radome this service hatch shall be
facing the aft of the ship.

The pedestal is to be aligned before permanently attaching, facing the bow of the vessel with a
maximum deviation of +- 2 degrees.

The adu shall be mounted at 4 mounting points as described in outline drawing (tbd)

Deck penetration to be provided near mast pole. (See 4.2)

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9 ADU mounting location

Owners to provide views of vessel as shown below to determine correct mounting location.

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Following criteria apply for mounting location of radome:

1. ADU bow marker indicates forward direction. (+-2 degrees)

2. ADU to be installed on safe distance from magnetic compass (min 5 mtr).
3. ADU to be installed with least possible dead sectors of mast or other structures.
4. ADU to be installed to avoid direct interference from high-power radar beams.
5. ADU to be installed as far away as possible from MF/HF transmit antennas. (min.5 mtr)

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10 ADU Outline drawing:

11 ADU – BDU cabling

NOTE: the cables to the 4009 antenna must enter through the mast pipe !

Power cable type length

1,5 mm2 20 mtr
1,5 mm2 40 mtr
2,5 mm2 60 mtr
2,5 mm2 100 mtr

RX/TX cable type Max.length Termination procedure Connector type

LMR400 50 mtr N-connector
LMR500 70 mtr N-connector
LMR600 100 mtr N-connector
LMR800

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TX-
cable

Connect to ground by
means of copper strap to
vessel superstructure.

RX-
cable

Power cable
termination inside
safety switch

12 Coaxial Cables:
LMR400

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13 Coaxial Connectors:

TC-400-NMC

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TC-400—NFC

14 Cable terminations in the radome

The TX, RX and AC Power cables must be inserted through the cable strain relief(s) through the base
of the radome and connected appropriately.The IF Coaxes are connected to the coax connector
bracket. The AC Power cable should be routed through the clamp in the end of the breaker box and
terminated to the breaker screw terminals.
Apply RTV to the strain relief joints and tighten the compression fittings to make them watertight
Make sure the pedestal is not touching the cables when turning in Azimuth.

15 AC power input TX cable RX cable

1 Route AC Power cable into the breaker box and terminate to the breaker terminals.
2 Attach the TX and RX cables from below decks to the adapters. See the Radome Assembly
and System Block Diagram drawings.
3 Close and fasten the radome hatch. Assure that the radome hatch is closed and secured
when entry into the radome is no longer required.

16 Deck/bulkhead penetrations

Recommended deck and bulkhead penetrations are MCT-Brattberg type-approved by most class
authorities for use in maritime environment.

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Note: power to be separated in the same MCT from Rx/Tx cables.

17 Simplified block-diagram of Tx/Rx antenna system:

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18 Cable connections:
RX cable from the antenna connects to the terminal fitted on the Seatel rear interface panel.

TX from the iDirect connects directly to the TX-IF cable coming from the Seatel antenna through the
terminal on the rear interface panel. Carries the IF to the BUC and 10 MHz reference.

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Seatel DAC-2202 iDirect X5 modem

Lan
Lan

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Catalyst 2960 SERIES
1X 11X 13X 23X

SYST
RPS
MASTR 1 2
STAT
DUPLX
SPEED
2X 12X 14X 24X

MODE

Cisco 2960

VOIP adapter Server

PC

Simplified network diagram

DAC-2202 Ships pc‘s

Vlan1 Vlan32

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Catalyst 2960 SERIES
1X 11X 13X 23X

SYST
RPS
MASTR 1 2
STAT
DUPLX
SPEED
2X 12X 14X 24X

MODE

Cisco 2960

To X5 modem
Technician Trunk
Laptop Vlan1 vlan1,32

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19 BDE installation proposal with a 19 inch rack:

Seatel DAC

Vsat modem
Patch panel
Network
switch
Voip router

Router for
network
UPS

It is strongly advised to install the ADU and BDE equipments on a UPS system to obtain high degrees
of availability and decrease system down-time.

Advised equipment to use for this: APC Smart Ups.

Sufficient cooling to be provided for units to work within environmental specs.

20 Terminal mounting strip:

 Gyro nmea signal to be connected at Seatel terminal mounting strip RX+, RX-accepted string
is $HEHDT complying to IEC-61162
 The new Seatel interface has NMEA-A and NMEA-B channel .
 Make sure both flat-cables are connected between DAC and the TMS.
 Make sure jumper JP2 and JP4 are inserted.
 The LAN port of the DAC needs to be connected to the iDirect modem through the
Cisco network switch. !

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Rj45 to iDirect
Console port
during initial
commission
only. !!!!!!

To be removed
when ABS
option file is
used.

In case only stepper or synchro signals are available it is highly recommended to use an nmea
heading interface, but try to avoid this configuration.

Usable interfaces are:

Furuno AD-100
AMI-GFV KW-950E http://www.ami-gfv.com/
Rutter DataGyro or DataSynchro modules

Sometimes it has proven to be necessary that an nmea filter is installed to minimize the nmea
sentences on the bus of the DAC unit.
If a gyro is producing additional sentences (ROT) this need to be eliminated to avoid overload of the
DAC unit.

Proven filter for this:

1) Ferret 1 filter http://www.marinelektronik.se/

2) Miniplex 42-usb http://www.shipmodul.nl

It is not recommended to use heading sensors for inputting the $HEHDT string due to in-accuracy of
these systems.
VSAT installations require a proper gyro compass!

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21 GPS connection to iDirect modem:

Since the iDirect system is using tdma, the system needs to change the clocking depending on the
geo location of the vessel. Therefore it‘s required for the modem to receive Lat/Lon information.

In a 4003/4006/4009 antenna system this gps information is standard available from the build-in gps
module and is multiplexed on the RX-IF cable. The signal is available through J13 of the DAC unit and
is wired to the interface connection board. The modem can receive the nmea string through the
console port.

Only when automatic beam switching is required the Lat/Lon is not send through the modem via the
console port, but via the DAC Ethernet connection to the iDirect modem.

The Seatel antenna has a build-in GPS module, but you can also connect an external gps string as an
alternative. In that case the bnc connector on the pcu needs to be disconnected. However this is no
longer recommended with automatic beam switching.

The newest version of DAC-2200 has two programmable comports where function and portspeed can
be configured independently.

In some cases the nmea string from the ship‘s gps is not accepted due to a missing parameter in the
string.

Correct NMEA input needs to be verified with the iSite software package in Events view.

22 Initial inspection and operation of antenna:

 Make sure all shipping restraints and ty-raps are removed.

 Check that the antenna moves freely in azimuth. Elevation, and cross level are blocked until
power is applied.
 Check that the antenna assembly is balanced front to back, top to bottom and side to side by
observing that it remains stationary when positioned in any orientation.
 Check that all pedestals wiring and cabling is properly dressed and clamped in place.
 If antenna is not properly balanced this will cause tracking loss during ships movements.
 A small number of balancing weights are standard supplied with the system.
 Check if both wideband lnb‘s are fitted.
 If LNB needs to be replaced mind the way the LNB is fitted on the waveguide.

23 Initial start-up of antenna:

 Power-up the antenna without the DAC unit connected.

 Observe the initialization sequence. See item 26.
 After initialization antenna will point forward at home-flag position.

24 System Power-up
 Turn the Power switch of the Antenna Control Unit (ACU) ON.
 You should hear the two motor breaks dis-engage.

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25 Antenna Initialization
Turn the pedestal power supply ON. The brakes on the Elevation and Cross-Level motors will release.
A brake release power supply control circuit supplies 24 VDC to the brakes initially (5-10 seconds) and
then reduces the voltage to 12VDC. The PCU will initialize the stabilized portion of the mass to be
level with the horizon and at a prescribed Azimuth and Elevation angles in the specific sequence of
steps listed below.
Initialization is completed in the following phases, each phase must complete properly for the antenna
to operate properly (post-initialization). Observe the Initialization of the antenna pedestal.

Step 1. Elevation axis activates - Input from the Elevation sensor is used to drive the Elevation of the
equipment frame to 45.0 degrees in elevation.

Step 2. Cross-Level axis activates - Input from the Cross-Level sensor is used to drive Cross-Level of
the equipment frame to bring it to level (this results in the tilt of the Cross-Level Beam being level).

Step 3. Azimuth axis activates - Antenna drives CW in azimuth until the ―Home Flag‖ signal is
produced. This signal is produced by a Proximity sensor in close proximity to a metal tab. After a short
period of time (a total of approximately 1-2 Minutes after power is initially applied to the antenna), the
PCU will report its model setting and software version number to the Antenna Control Unit (ACU).
This completes the phases of initialization. At this time the antenna elevation should 45.0 degrees and
Relative azimuth should be at home flag (proximity sensor at the trailing edge of the metal tab in the
azimuth assembly).
If any of these steps fail, or the ACU reports model "xx09", re-configure the PCU as described in the
Maintenance section of the dealers manual. If initialization still fails, this indicates a drive or sensor
problem, refer to the Troubleshooting section.

26 Balancing

The Remote Balance function, when enabled, will turn off the operational motor gain of the 3 BLDC
motors. If enabled, this function will also temporarily turn off DISHSCAN drive. This function is
required when trying to perform an antenna balance procedure with antenna systems that have a
builtin braking mechanism in the elevation and cross-level axis.
To enable balance mode: 1. Enter into the setup mode parameter settings
2. Access the ―REMOTE BALANCE‖ sub-menu (located at the end of the Remote Parameters and hit
the RIGHT arrow to initiate. The screen should now display ―REMOTE BALANCE ON‖.
3. Perform the physical antenna balancing procedure as required.
4. Once the antenna balance is finished, press the ENTER key to exit remote balance mode, which will
cause a remote reset of the antenna system. Once initialization is complete, use the DacRemP
DISPTC (Drive) graph selection and verify both Elevation and Cross-Level average drive is within 3
divisions of the red reference line.

27 Software
Verify if latest software is loaded in ACU,PCU and Commif !
This is very important for proper operation of beamswitching.
From now on always latest software for antenna/DAC has to be installed.
Info Vsatsupport for latest versions. For procedure see appendix 1 and procedure.

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28 Four Quadrant Tracking Test:

This verifies that the antenna moves in the correct response to the keys, that Tracking is signaling
correctly and that the Tracking commands are being carried out (antenna drives to peak).

1 Press the NEXT key several times to display the Antenna menu. Note the current peak ACG
value.
2 Press the Tracking key to toggle Tracking OFF, press the UP arrow key repeatedly to move
the antenna up in elevation until AGC falls about 100 counts.
3 Turn Tracking ON and verify that the antenna moves back down in elevation and that the AGC
rises to its‘ previous high value.
4 Note the current peak ACG value.
5 Press the Tracking key to toggle Tracking OFF, press the DOWN arrow key repeatedly to
move the antenna down in elevation until AGC falls about 100 counts. Turn Tracking ON and
verify that the antenna moves back up in elevation and that the AGC rises to its‘ previous high
value.
6 Note the current peak ACG value. Press the Tracking key to toggle Tracking OFF, press the
RIGHT arrow key repeatedly to move the antenna up in azimuth until AGC falls about 100
counts. Turn Tracking ON and verify that the antenna moves back down in azimuth and that
the AGC rises to its‘ previous high value.
7 Note the current peak ACG value. Press the Tracking key to toggle Tracking OFF, press the
8 LEFT arrow key repeatedly to move the antenna down in azimuth until AGC falls about 100
counts. Turn Tracking ON and verify that the antenna moves back up in azimuth and that the
AGC rises to its‘ previous high value.

29 Azimuth and Elevation trim:

Accurately adjust the AZ and EL trim. If not adjusted properly it will affect the targeting and automatic
beam switching. When targeting the satellite, the antenna should come right back on the correct AZ
and EL values.
Use the Autotrim feature to set the trims. Note: only works when modem has a positive Lock signal.

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30 System settings:

- Automatic beam switching requires System type 7 or

135 (if wrong type is selected the antenna re-targets
every 30 seconds)

- Auto Threshold to be set according Delta divided by 3

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Tx to ant. Rx to ant.

400mhz dual channel

BUC M&C

116298/B

Serial diagnostics cable

Seatel DAC2202

220ac
From UPS
116669/36 112936/36

Interface pcb
Lan
Rack internal wiring diagram:

Nmea from gyro

Mains distribution

Tx out
Rx in

ups
CISCO IP PHONE
7905 SERIES

iDirect X5
1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6
GHI JKL MNO
4

7 8 9
220ac PQRS TUV WXYZ

PQRS
0 #
*
adapter *

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Catalyst 2960 SERIES
1X 11X 13X 23X

SYST
RPS
MASTR
STAT
1 2
Cisco Powe distribution panel
DUPLX
SPEED
2X 12X 14X 24X

MODE

220ac voip
Cisco 2960 phone
To telephone or pabx

REV. DESCRIPTION DATE 28/5/09 BY GS

To telephone or pabx

PHONE 1 PHONE 2 10BaseT ACT 5V PHONE 1 PHONE 2 10BaseT ACT 5V

To ships LAN

Radio Holland Connect vsat Rack

SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV

SCALE 1:1 SHEET 1 OF 1

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32 Setup the Codan 8W BUC

Connect a laptop to the serial cable marked as RF M&C coming from the 400mhz FSK modem in the
BDU. Use Hyperterminal to connect to the BUC (9600,n,8, no flow control)

When connected type the command: VSS

Note tranmit Atten =0 in this example.

When new from Seatel this is set at 12dB attenuation. This means the BUC is not transmitting.
The attenuation should be set for 0dB attenuation.

To change type: STA0 and Enter

Review the setting with VSS.

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33 Initial programming of iDirect modem:

Normally the modem will be delivered to you without an image and an option file.
Make sure the iDirect modem RX ,TX and console port cable are disconnected when loading the
image files.

First you have to install the two packages and after this the option file !!

If done otherwise the modem will crash.

To gain access to the modem in order to find out the ip-address use a so called console cable RJ45-
DB9 (Cisco programming cable) and connect to your laptop.
Start a hyperterminal session through the comport on 9600 baud. (After loading an image file the
modem defaults to 4800 instead of the 9600 factory default).

Press Enter a few times to generate a response from the Satellite Router. If you are
successful, the console prompt will display. If you are unable to generate a response from
the Satellite Router, re-examine your settings to be certain that they are correct.

At the iDirect login prompt, enter root

At the Password prompt, enter the default password, iDirect.

You are now logged on to the Linux software running on your Satellite Router. Perform the
steps in the next section to telnet to the iDirect Application.

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At the Linux prompt (#), enter telnet 0 to telnet to the iDirect application

At the Username prompt, enter the default user name, admin

At the Password prompt, enter the default password, iDirect. (In some cases,
P@55w0rd! may be the default password.)

At the Satellite Router prompt, enter the command laninfo

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When you enter the laninfo command, the IP Address and Netmask currently assigned to
the Satellite Router are displayed. In the example in , the IP address is 192.168.0.1
and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. You will need this information to configure your laptop
to be in the same subnet as the Satellite Router.
Now that you have determined the IP address of the Satellite Router, determine the current
version of the iDirect application to know whether or not you should select Secure
Connection when first logging on to iSite.

At the Satellite Router prompt, enter the version command to determine the current
version of the iDirect application running on the Satellite Router

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To modify the IP address of your laptop, you must bring up the Windows Network
Connections window and modify the TCP properties.

1. From your computer‘s Control Panel, double-click Network Connections.

2. Double-click the icon for your Local Area Connection to launch the Local Area
Connection Status dialog box.

Click the Properties button to display the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box.

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In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, under This connection uses the
following items: select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).Click the Properties button to display the
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog.

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6. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box, select Use the following IP
address. Type an IP address that is inside the range specified by the Satellite Router‘s IP
address and subnet mask.
7. Type the same Subnet mask that you retrieved from the Satellite Router using the laninfo
command. For the purposes of a local connection, you do not need to specify DNS server
addresses.
8. Type the Satellite Router‘s IP address as the Default Gateway address.
9. Click OK to save your changes.
You are now ready to connect to the Satellite Router using iSite.
Note: You can ping the IP address of the Satellite Router to verify that the connection
has been successfully established.

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Perform the steps in this section to download the image packages containing software and
firmware for the current release from your laptop to the Satellite Router.
10. Connect the LAN port of the laptop to the LAN B port of the Satellite Router using a
LAN cable. (Newer laptops adjust when you use a straight through cable, but
older machines do not.)
11. Launch iSite. iSite automatically discovers the Satellite Router in the iSite Tree View, as
shown

Note: If iSite does not automatically discover the Satellite Router, right-click the
iDirect globe in the iSite tree and select New from the menu to add an unknown
element to the tree. Then right-click the new element and log on using the IP
address of the router.

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12. Right-click the Satellite Router in the iSite Tree View and select Login.

The Login dialog box opens, pre-configured with your Satellite Router‘s Ip-address.
(a new modem has ip-address 192.168.0.1)

13. Type the default Password, ―iDirect‖. (In some cases, P@55w0rd! may be the default
password.)
14. In the Login as section of the dialog box:
a. Select Admin.
b. Select or clear the Secure Connection check box.
If a pre-7.1 version of the iDirect application is currently installed on the Satellite
Router, clear the Secure Connection check box. If later images have already been
installed, select Secure Connection.

15. Click OK to log on to the Satellite Router.

16. Right-click the Satellite Router in the iSite Tree View and select Download Package.

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The Download Package dialog box opens.

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You must download two packages to your Satellite Router: the Linux Board Support
Package (BSP) and the correct remote image package. The figure below shows the packages for each
Satellite Router model supported in iDX Release 2.0.

For the X5 you must use the Remote_Darwin folder.

For a 5100 modem use the Infinity folder.

Double-click the Linux Board Support Package (BSP) in the Open dialog box to return to
the Download Package dialog box.

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In the Download Package dialog box, select the following options as shown in
• Don’t check versions
• Download images only
• Don’t reset
17. Click the Start button.
18. Wait while the download progresses. Observe the Information section of the Download
Package dialog box until the word Done is displayed.

When the download of the board support package has finished, perform the remaining steps
in this section to download the remote image package to the Satellite Router.

Click the Open button in the Download Package dialog box again
and navigate back to the remote packages on your laptop.

Note: If you are downloading an Evolution X3 or X5 remote, be sure to select the

correct remote package. For X5 use the EVO_X5 package from the Darwin folder.

Note: If you are downloading an iNFINITI 5000 series remote, be sure to select the
remote_10.0.0.4 package from the Infinity folder.

In the Download Package dialog box, select the following options as shown
• Don’t check versions
• Download images only
• Don’t reset

19. Click the Start button.

20. Wait while the download progresses. Observe the Information section of the Download
Package dialog box until the word Done is displayed.
Once you have downloaded both packages to your Satellite Router, perform the steps in the
next section to download the options file.

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Downloading the Options File to the Satellite Router

In iSite, right-click the Satellite Router and select Download Option from Disk.

In the Open dialog box, navigate to the folder on your laptop containing the remote
options file.

Select the options file and click the Open button. When iSite requests confirmation of the download
request, click the Yes button.

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When iSite reports a successful download, click the Reset Now button to reset the
Satellite Router.

Note: Resetting logs you out of the Satellite Router. After the reset, the IP address of
the Satellite Router changes to the value provided by your Service Provider in
the downloaded options file.

In most cases you will have a Vlan1 and a Vlan32.

In the network switch 2960 you will also have to setup Vlan1 and Vlan32.

Port 1-2 Vlan1

Port 3-24 Vlan32

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34 Setting up procedure for Cisco 2960 switch in combination with a X5

modem.

- Switch on the 2960 and wait 3 minutes for the boot sequence is finished and
the switch is operational.

- When the SYST led is steady on , boot process is finished.

- Press the pushbutton on the front for 3 seconds until all led‘s above the
pushbutton turn steady green.

- Connect a straight network cable to any of the network ports and to your PC.

- Wait until you have received a IP address via DHCP.

- Start you browser and login to the default webpage of the switch at 10.0.0.1

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- The Express setup webpage appears .

Fill in the following details:

- IP address = 192.168.0.2
- Default gateway = 192.168.0.1
- Switch password: P@55w0rd! and same in the confirm field.
- Telnet access: enable
- Telnet password: P@55w0rd! and same in the confirm field.
- Click submit to save you settings. !

The switch can now be accessed through ip 192.168.0.2

Username: cisco password: P@55w0rd!

For advanced programming Cisco Network Assistant software is required.

Can be obtained from Vsat support.

Port 1-2 should be vlan 1

Port 3-24 should be vlan 32 (the actual Vlan number might vary for different
customers)

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When the initial programming of the ip-address is done with above procedure
change the ip-address of your laptop to 192.168.0.5 and open Cisco
Networking assistant program and connect to ip 192.168.0.2. see below.

Fill in username/password that you have programmed in the initial

programming phase.

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When the screen opens it looks like this:

Open the Tab Configure and goto switching

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Goto Vlan‘s an open the tab vlan‘s and create a new Vlan 32.

Than open tab Configure ports and designate each port for the correct Vlan.
Port 1-2 = vlan 1
Port 3-24 = vlan 32
Choose Static Access from the pull down menu and select the correct static-
access vlan for each port .

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The last one is the most important.

Make Gi0/1 a 802.1Q trunk port and allow all vlan‘s. this is the port that
connects to the iDirect modem.

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Finally don’t forget to press the Save icon on the toolbar.

Now connect the equipment to the switch as outlined in the diagram.

Port 1= DAC
Port 2= service laptop
Port 3-24 available network ports for pc‘s/routers etc.
Port Gi0/1= idirect modem.

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DAC 2202 ip-programming

Program the ip-address of the Seatel DAC 2202 (Progterm or through
webpage)
To ip address 192.168.0.3 subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway 192.168.0.1

For procedure see Appendix 2 or Seatel install manual.

The DAC network cable needs to be connected to switch port nr. 1

This is absolutely necessary to do otherwise the modem cannot control
the antenna and cannot receive the gps coordinates.

To X5
To DAC 2202 modem
Service
engineer
laptop

ITC can now access the switch remotely via the modem for remote
configuration, or you can do this manually with Networjk Assistant software.
You will need to supply username/password to ITC during commissioning!

When ITC has remotely configured the switch it will have Vlans.

Vlan1 = port 1-2

Vlan32= port 3-24

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35 Prepare for commissioning:

If you have received a automatic beam switching option file you need to lock the modem temporarily to
one beam in order to do the commissioning.
Login to the modem via Telnet.
Type the command: beamselector list (this will summarize the abs beams )

Example:

48 is currently selected.
48= Telstar12 European KU network
44=Telstar11 USA to North Atlantic
6= Satmex 5 KU network

Change the active beam to (example) T11n, beam 44

Type: beamselector switch 44 –f

The modem will reset and target the T11n satellite.

When the modem is booted again, login via Telnet.

Issue the command: beamselector lock

(note: after commissioning power cycle the modem to enable the automatic beam switching
again)

Beamswitching can be tested at any time by using the command: beamselector switch [number] -f

When selecting a satellite that is not visible the modem will automatically start looking for the next
satellite after approx. 20 minutes.

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Make sure Seatel antenna is balanced and setup as mentioned previously.

If the antenna is not properly balanced elevation will increase/decrease and cause loss of Rx-lock.
Required equipment: laptop with network card and comport.
Serial cable 9p female – RJ45 serial.
Spectrum analyzer.

Make sure you have RX lock on the iDirect modem.

Connect your laptop to Fastethernet port 2 of the network switch using a straight network cable.

Setup your laptop with an ip-address 192.168.0.5 , the modem ip-address 192.168.0.1 will be the
default gateway. Use DNS1: 208.67.220.220 and DNS2: 208.67.222.222

The IP-address of the modem can be found in the option file of the modem under Eth0.

Start iSite and select Login. Type in de correct ip-address of the modem.

Password is: P@55w0rd!

With the iSite software determine the RX voltage with the antenna pointing tool.
Start this tool only with the TX-IF cable disconnected from the modem or the antenna pointed away
from the satellite.
Note the voltage reading as information is required by the satellite operator prior to commissioning.

Try and obtain the highest value by slowly adjusting the poll-offset of the antenna.
Use both this tool and your spectrum analyzer.

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Also fill in the following details of the installation:

Sitename:
----------------------
Antenna size: Seatel 4009 1 mtr dish
BUC: 8W
Cable length:
Modem S/N:
Polarization: Autopol
RxVoltage:
Weather:

Make sure GPS NMEA signal is received by the iDirect modem.

Make sure the 8W IBUC is set for 0dB attenuation. Factory default is 12dB attenuation, meaning BUC
is not transmitting!

Use hyperterminal to connect you laptop to the BUC either through the Seatel BUC M&C cable or with
the Codan supplied cable (only possible inside antenna).

The command to view the the attenuator setting: STA

To change the setting to 0dB attenuation, type STA0

Call the designated phone number of the provider or wait for the call on the agreed time.

The satellite operator will ask you to start your transmission on a test frequency to determine the 1dB
compression point.

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In the iSite software choose Antenna pointing - Cross-pol check.

For this test the TX cable must be connected.

Type in the required uplink frequency and start only when told to do so.

Increase or decrease the level when told to do so.

Next step will be to do the cross-pol check.

In the Seatel tracking unit switch the POL type (72=automatic) to( 9= manual).

In the Antenna menu you can now change the POL setting with the arrow keys.

Make small steps if told to do so.

When the offset has been determined feed this value in the permanent POL offset parameter and
Save Parameters.
Power down the modem. Re-connect all cables. Switch on the modem.

When you have RX-lock the satellite operator will send a new option file to the modem and after a
reboot the modem should be able to acquire the network.

You should now have Internet access.

Warning! As soon as you load another option file that is not the same as at the hub side, the terminal
will not aquire the network. (Rx and TX led will be on, network led will be off)

Fill out the DAC settings form (example on page 70)

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36 General System Description iDirect modem:

The iDirect X5 chassis consist of 2 major components:

 X5 modem
 External desktop universal power supply Unit
 Rack Mount Tray (Optional)

Mechanical and Environmental Specifications

Dimensions W 11.5 in (29.2 cm) x D 9.9 in (25.1 cm) x H 2.0 in (5.1) cm

Weight 4.4 lbs (1.99 Kg)
Heat Dissipation 16 W (54.6 BTU/Hour)
Airflow Natural Convection Cooling
Ambient Temperature
Operational: 32° F to 113° F (0 °C to 45°C) at Sea Level
32° F to 104 ° F (0°C to 40° C) at 10,000 Feet
Storage: -22° F to 176° F (-30° C to 80° C)
Temperature Gradient 5.0° C per 10mins

Relative Humidity
Operational: 0 % non-condensing
Storage: 5 to 93% non-condensing

Altitude
Operating: ≤ 10,000 feet (3048m)
Storage: ≤ 30,000 feet (9144m)

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Front panel LED indicators:

PWR:
OFF The Satellite Router is powered Off or there is
a power supply problem.

GREEN The Satellite Router is powered On.

NET:

GREEN The Satellite Router has been acquired into

the network.

FLASHING GREEN The Satellite Router is attempting acquisition

into the network.

SOLID YELLOW The downstream SCPC is locked.

FLASHING YELLOW The downstream SCPC is not locked.

STATUS:

OFF The IDU is functioning properly.

FLASHING GREEN The unit is booting. DRAM test is in progress.

RED Indicates a serious fault or failure in the

software, hardware, or configuration. May
indicate that the DRAM test failed.

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TX:

GREEN The IDU‘s transmitter is active.

RX:

GREEN The IDU is locked to the downstream and it is

receiving data.

FLASHING GREEN The demodulator is locked to the downstream

but NCR is not locked. Data is not being
received by the modem.

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37 Programming the Linksys SPA2102 VOIP adapter.

1. Connect the Internet port of the SPA2102 to the Cisco network switch port ……of the
VSAT installation.
2. Connect the analogue phone or pbx to phone 1 and phone 2
3. Connect the Ethernet port to your laptop for programming the SP2102. The laptop should
be on DHCP because the ATA has his on DHCP server that is on by default.
4. Open your browser and file in the following Address: http://192.168.0.1. Press enter and
the web interface will appear.
5. Go to the Route tab and then Wan setup tab. Set your connection type to static in fill in
your: Static IP, Gateway and Netmask , primary DNS and secondary DNS .

(the actual ip‘s are different for each vessel, depending on your option file !)

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6. Press: Submit All Changes.

7. Go to the Voice Tab and select line 1. (It‘s possible that you cannot select line 1 this is
because you are not in administrator mode. You can solve this by clicking on: admin log
in)

(these are example phone numbers !. )

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8. Fill in the: Proxy 208.86.138.252, Display name (Phone Number), User ID (Phone
Number) Password (supplied by the provider) and Auth ID (Phone Number).
9. Set Use Auth ID to yes.
10. Set preffered Codec to G729a. And select use always: yes
11. Click on Submit All Changes.
12. Do the same for Line2 with the second phone number you received.
13. After clicking Submit All Changes the ata will reboot and is should be possible to use the
ata. You can check the registration status on Voice/status tab.

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14. Select advanced and goto the WAN page.

Select Remote Management to Yes.

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SPA 2102 firmware upgrade:

Assuming that you are connected to the LAN side of the SPA2102 and the SPA2102 has
an active Internet connection, open the following URL to upgrade the firmware

http://192.168.1.1/upgrade?http://208.86.138.250/idirectfiles/spa2102-5-2-10.bin

The SPA2102 status led will flash quickly during the update. The unit will reboot when
finished.
Check the version after the update, should look as follows:

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38 VOIP Operation
Voip calls can be made by dialing international ie: 0031……

39 Crew calling operation

In case the owners have requested crew calling operation for a specific VOIP number , this
number can only dial 5555.
You are then connected to a voice response box that is requesting to input your pin code.
After the pin code has been accepted you can dial the international subscriber number
0031…..

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40 Programming the Cisco Router (optional)

First time programming
 The router uses initial ip-address 10.10.10.1 and netmask 255.255.255.248
 Connect your laptop with a straight through networkcable to any of the 8 LAN ports of the
router.
 Set the ip-address of your pc to 10.10.10.2 netmask 255.255.255.248
 Switch on the router.
 Wait for initial start-up of router that will take approx 2 minutes.
 A browser page will open and a log-in screen appears.

Default username and password: cisco

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The first screen will appear.

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Fill in username and password of your choice.

DO NOT forget this otherwise router needs to be reset to factory default.

Select SDM express

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Programming the required IP-address of the ships network. This will also be the default gateway of the
ships network.

Choose to use DHCP or not.

If you have a domain controller onboard it is advised to have the DHCP function in the server instead
of the router.

But if you only have a router and a few computers, fill in DNS details of the provider and select ―use
these DNS values for DHCP clients‖

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Program the outside IP-address. (Should be the next following IP-address after the modem IP-
address)

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Fill in ip-address and subnetmask (2 ip‘s higher than the iDirect modem‘s ip-address)

Fill in the next Hop IP_address which is the IP-address of the iDirect modem.

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Select NAT (network address translation)

Advice to select NO firewall.

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DO NOT select ―disable SNMP services.

This will enable remote access via snmp protocol. (Needs to be done in SDM, see nect page)
In the configuration set a snmp password for read/write which is different from the default one which is:
public

Suggest using: rhnbv

After the last input the configuration is transferred to the router.

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To contact the router again after this, use the ip-address that you configured for the LAN settings.
Through the GUI you can change the settings again.

For enhanced settings you will need to install SDM on your PC from the included CD.

Start SDM express again and choose the option SDM in the left bottom corner.
Once connected it is possible to edit additional settings like VPN etc.

Enable snmp under additional tasks – router properties, and use community string: rhnbv

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41 VOIP Adapter (old model):

Step 1. Provide ITC with the MAC address of the ATA unit.

Normally ATA units will be delivered to you unprogrammed, but after commissioning of the Vsat and
router they need to be connected BEHIND the router and therefore require re-programming with a
private range ip-address.

The MAC address will be configured within our Cisco Call Manager in preparation for the software
download via TFTP.

Step 2 Determine the IP address, Subnet Mask & Default Gateway through the voice menu:
Connect the ATA in the network and make sure it can receive an IP address via DHCP.

Cisco ATA 186/188 Phone 1 Ethernet Power inlet

Transparent button used to activate voice menu. Only Phone 1 output is to be used. Phone 1 is
used to configure IP settings through the voice menu. This is an FXS analogue output, so an analogue
phone needs to be connected.

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Basic voice menu procedure:

Step (i) Connect an analogue touch-tone phone to the port labelled Phone 1 on the back of the
Cisco ATA.
Step (ii) Lift the handset and press the function button located on the top of the Cisco ATA. You
should receive the initial voice configuration menu voice prompt.
Step (iii) Using the telephone keypad, enter the voice menu code for the parameter that you want to
review, then press #.

Voice Menu Number Features

21 Review the IP address of the Cisco ATA.

22 Review the default router for the Cisco ATA to use.

23 Review subnet mask of the Cisco ATA.

Step 3 Configure IP address, subnet, gateway and TFTP server through a web browser:

Connect a cross over Ethernet cable between a PC and the ATA-186.

Configure your PC to be in the same subnet as the ATA-186.
Type the IP address of the ATA in the web browser. Some software versions of the ATA require that
you add ―/dev‖ at the end of the IP address. The web server in the ATA-186 should present the device
web page

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ATA programming for use with ITC airtime:

When using a new ATA 186 you need to setup the following parameters:

TFTP URL 192.168.10.20 (on every ATA the same)

Call manager ip CA0 or CM0: 172.17.10.2 (on every ATA the same)

Set Use TFTP = 1

Set SID1 = 0
Set SID0 = .
Set Static-IP, static netmask and static route (default gateway) according your local network settings.
Press Apply

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When completed, connect the ATA unit behind the router and test voice operation using an analogue
telephone on port 1.

To dial out 00-country code- area code- subscriber nr.

For USA calls 1-country code- area code- subscriber nr.

Connect PABX or telephone to the ATA on port 1. (Only 1 line per ATA)

To recover a ATA

To recover a ATA to factory default please follow this procedure:

- Connect a analogue telephone to phone-port 1

- Lift handset
- press the button on top of the ATA to start the voice response box

- input the following key 322873738 #

- the ATA will default to ip-address 0.0.0.0

- when you plug the network cable into a network with DHCP it will now receive a IP-
address.
- To find out which ip-address, use the voice response box with code 21#

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42 RH Connector Check List.

Preparation

Not
Installation check list Yes No Required Comments

Has site survey been done

Have the objectives and goals been

identified for the antenna installation?

has the antenna been installed and

cables properly terminated?

has the 19inch rack been installed

properly?

Does the antenna respond normally

after power up and looking at home-
flag position?

Does the DAC respond normally on

power up?

Check software version of AC, PCU

and CommIF.

Check the ip-address of the DAC

2202

Does Heading and Lat/Lon indicate

correctly?

Does the antenne track the satellite

when all parameters are set?

Login to the modem with iSite, and

load the correct images (packages)
in the X5 modem?

Is the option file for the X5 modem

loaded?

Set the ip-address to match the new

option file details and login to the X5
with iSite.

Does the modem have a green RX

led when pointing to the satellite ?

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Has Autotrim been set when modem
has RX lock?

Does the modem show Lat-Lon

correctly in Telnet?

Execution

Not
Installation check list Yes No Required Comments

Program the DAC with the correct ip-

address.

Program the Cisco network switch

with the correct ip-address. (see
instructions)

Connect DAC and X5 modem to the

correct ports of the Cisco network
switch. (see instructions)

Set the Codan BUC to 0dB

attenuation.

Verify DAC can communicate via

LAN with the X5 modem.

Set antenna system type 5 for

commissioning

Prepare for commissioning and call

ITC NOC.

Note values of 1dB compression test

and cross-pol test

Did the NOC upload the modified

option file?

Set antenna system type 7

And Save Parameters.

Checked for internet connectivity?

(set ip, gateway and dns on your
laptop)

Program an optional router

Checked for internet connectivity

through the optional router?

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Program and test VOIP adapters.
incoming and outgoing calls ok?

Test beam switching (if required)

Documents and registration

Fill-out commissioning baseline and

service report and send a copy to
vsat support .
vsatsupport@radiohollandgroup.com

Make pictures of antenna installation

and 19inch rack.
Send a copy to vsatsupport.

Make a simple network diagram , ip

plan and document
usernames/passwords of
routers/switches.
Send a copy to vsatsupport.

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43 Trouble shooting and support options:

Contact details of RH VSAT support:

Email: vsatsupport@radioholland.nl
Webportal: http://vsat.radiohollandgroup.com
Phone: +31 10 4283344 ext. 209, 210, 266 (for RHG engineers only)

For customers: +31 10 5931692

Contact details of ITC NOC:

Email: support@itcglobal.net
Phone: +1 727 3291850

Necessary tools:

 Spectrum analyzer
 Laptop with serial port
 Serial cables, LAN cables, Cisco rj45-serial cable
 Correct version of iSite
 Seatel DacRemP, Seatel Progterm, Cisco SDM, Cisco Network Assistant, Hyperterminal

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Step 1: Determine if problems lies in antenna, modem, Vsat network, or possibly the computer
network of the ship.

Step 2: Check for correct antenna pointing and correct satellite.

For specific antenna problems refer to manufacturers manuals.

Step 3: Check LED conditions on modem. All led‘s are green when operating correct.

Step 4: RX, TX, are green

Network led is orange
Modems is attempting to transmit, but signal not received by earth station.
Check TX cable and IBUC

Step 5: RX, led green.

Correct satellite received and nmea data from gps present.

Terminal has not been commissioned yet and will not start transmission, or TX mute
line is active. (check setup of AZ and EL limits)

Step 6: RX and Network led flashing orange.

No satellite is received. Check NMEA input to modem.
Check antenna pointing and for correct satellite.

Antenne error 8:

If experiencing an error 8 it is necessary to decode the actual error by means of the DAC Remote
panel software. Connect an rs232 straight serial cable to the M&C port of the DAC-2202.

Check drive belts of CL and EL for wear and tear.

Select tools and choose ACU, PCU or Error status bits.

If experiencing a stability limit first thing to check is mechanical balance.

Most common antenna problems are PCU error, Level cage, Motors.

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44 Appendix 1.

Software update procedure Seatel 4009 antenna and DAC 2202.

General Software Release GSR 3 11-6-2010.

For the 4009 antenna you should have the following software files:

- X09-100 xx09 PCU software

- DAC-2202 607 DAC 2202 version 6.07 upgrade.
- Modem 101 400 mhz FSK modem update BDE+ADE
- Commif 112F Commif version 1.12 upgrade

- Progterm Ver 1.50 tool for antenna/DAC software upgrade.

- DacRemP Ver 1.01 diagnostic tool

For the 4006 antenna you should have the following software files:

- Xx03/xx06 xx06 PCU software

- DAC/2202 607 DAC/2202 version 6.07 upgrade.
- CommIF 112 CommIF version 1.12 upgrade.

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45 Software Update Procedure.

Electrical Hookup

DAC-2200 / 2202 / 2302 Software Version 5.xx / 6.xx / 7.xx.

Connect a straight serial cable, P/N 120643, between the ACU M&C port, J3, and an available Comm
Port on your PC.

Unzip the software files for ACU and PCU to get the required .s19 files needed for the upload.

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Programming Operation, Auto Upload (Serial port version only at this time)
1. From the CommPort menu:
Click the ‗DAC 2K to ACU‘ menu item to configure ProgTerm for
updating the below decks Antenna Control Unit (ACU).
Click the ‗DAC 2K to PCU‘ menu item to configure ProgTerm for
updating the above decks Pedestal Control Unit (PCU).

2. Verify the ‗Port Status‘ LED on the right side of the program is GREEN indicating the
port is open and functional. Click the LED to toggle its state.
3. Click Auto Upload. ProgTerm will show the module selected for programming and ask
for confirmation. Click Yes to confirm the module selection

4. A dialog box will appear to allow you to locate the S19 hex file to be programmed.
Select the desired file and press Open or double click on the desired file. ProgTerm will
check the selected file for compatibility with the selected module and warn you if there
are any discrepancies.

5. ProgTerm will then automatically check for all proper communication parameters, setup
the selected module for programming, erase the current program, upload the new
program, check for transfer errors and restart the selected module. If any errors are
detected during this sequence, the program will try up to 3 times to correct the problem.
If there are conditions that the program cannot resolve by itself, it will prompt the user for
manual intervention (such as a manual ACU reset or a PCU power cycle).

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Programming Operation, Manual Legacy Mode (All versions, all modules)

This procedure will require you to select Tools / Expert Mode to enable the Legacy menu
items and toolbar buttons.

1. From the CommPort menu:

Click the ‗DAC 2K to ADE Modem‘ or ‗DAC 2K to BDE Modem‘ to configure ProgTerm
for updating the 400 MHz ADE or BDE modems.

2. Verify the ‗Port Status‘ LED on the right side of the program is GREEN indicating the
port is open and functional. Click the LED to toggle its state.

3. Press the Paper Clip and the Eye Ball tool bar buttons which ask for the Module Status
and Module Version. The actual data in the response is not critical but both of these
data requests must function properly before you can continue.

4.Click ―Tools / Expert Mode‖ to display the legacy menu items and tool buttons.

5. Click ―Tools‖ then ―Remote Upload / PCU Reboot‖ to put the ACU in the REMOTE
UPLOAD mode.

6. Press ‗START‘ to put the selected module into programming mode. After 2 to 3
seconds, you should see an echo of something like:
0050 (Checksum of memory after serial load, 0050 for initial start)
V11 (Version number of module bootloader)

7. Press ‗ERASE‘ to clear the current Flash program memory. The screen should now
respond with ‗^0578*‘, ‗*‘ or ‗+‘. If you do not see a ‗*‘ or ‗+‘ response, press ‗ERASE‘
again, up to 3 times to obtain a ‗*‘ or ‗+‘ response. DO NOT PROCEED if you do not see
a ‗*‘ or a ‗+‘ response.

8. Press ‗UPLOAD‘ to select the S19 hex file to send to the selected module. A dialog box
will appear to allow you to locate the file to be programmed. Select the desired file and
press Open. ProgTerm will display an ―Upload‖ dialog box with a ―Cancel‖ button and
send the update file to the selected module.

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46 Appendix 2.

Setting the IP-address of the DAC/2202

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The internal webpage.

The default ip-address of the DAC-2202 as supplied by Seatel is 192.168.30.195

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The Dac can be accessed through the build-in webpage

http://ip-address
username: seatel
password: 1234

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47 Abbreviations:

ALC Automatic Level Control

APC Automatic Power Control
BOD Bandwidth on demand
BW Bandwidth Management
CIR Committed information rate
DAMA Demand Assigned Multiple Access
D-TDMA Distributed Time division Multiple access
DVB/RCS Digital Video Broadcast/Return Channel by Satellite
DVBS Digital Video Broadcast Server
FW Fire Wall
IP Internet Protocol
IBUC intelligent Block Up converter
LNB low noise block down converter
MF-TDMA multi frequency – time division multiple access
MPEG Moving Picture Expert Group
NOC Network Operations Center
NMS Network Monitoring System
QoS Quality of Service
RS Read Salomon
SCPC Single Channel Per Carrier
SLA Service Level Agreement
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
SNMS Satellite Network Management System
VAS Value Added Services
VoIP Voice over Internet Protocol
VSAT Very Small Aperture Terminal

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