General Dynamics C4 Systems MXU2000N-R Fixed Satellite Tranceiver User Manual MXUEXH7B

General Dynamics C4 Systems Fixed Satellite Tranceiver MXUEXH7B

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Exhibit 7B Installation Manual

APPLICANT: MOTOROLA GSTG FCC ID: MIJMXU2000N-RDRAFT OF INSTALLATION MANUALEXHIBIT 7B
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 1ASTERISK INDICATES DATAREVISIONSWHICH IS NONMANDATORY REV DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED FOR INFORMATION ONLY XA Engineering Red Line Control 3 Feb 99 KHS*APPLICATION XBNEXT ASSY USED ONSEE SEPARATE WIRE LIST YES NO XSEE SEPARATE PARTS LIST YES NO XPROJ. NO. DWN BY INTERPRET DRAWING IN ACCORDANCE14114 Ken Schmidt WITH STANDARDS LISTED IN DOD-STD-100.UNLESSOTHERWISESPECIFIED:DOC CHK BYSCOTTSDALE, AZ85252-1417Space and Systems Technology GroupDSGN CHK BYALL DIMENSIONSARE INCHES. CONTR NO.DWG IS ENDPROD. NOMAD MXU INSTALLATION MANUALISSUEDTOLERANCES:2 PLACEDEC ± N/A MATL APVD3 PLACE MFG APVDDEC ± N/A SIZE CAGE CODE DRAWING NO.ENGRG APVD A 94990HOLE DIAN/A CUST APVDANGLE ± N/A NA SCALE NONE WT. NA SHEET 1 OF
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 2PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLISTRefer to Appendix “A” for the “NOMAD MXU Pre-InstallationChecklist”. The checklist should have been completed before theNOMAD MXU was ordered, or at least before the MXU shipmentarrived on site. The intent of the checklist is to prevent problems duringthe installation stages defined in this document.SERVICE INFORMATIONContact the Gateway for questions concerning the installation,initialization and operation of the NOMAD MXU SystemMANUAL REVISION HISTORYVersion Date Name ReasonVersion Date name ChangeXA 3/Feb/99 KHS Initial draft copy, engineering release, Note: Copy sent to FCCXB
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 3TABLE OF CONTENTS1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................................41.1 How To Install The NOMAD MXU System. ................................................................................. 41.2 How To Use This Manual............................................................................................................... 51.3 Acronyms and Definitions ..............................................................................................................62 Safety......................................................................................................................................................72.1 Safety Procedures and Precautions ................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.2.1.1 General Hazard Areas. ............................................................................................................ 73 Description of Material Received ........................................................................................................93.1 User Site, Material Received...........................................................................................................93.1.1 Console and Mounting Kit...................................................................................................... 93.1.2 Antenna Assembly and Mounting Kit.....................................................................................93.1.3 Interconnecting Cable Kits....................................................................................................103.1.4 Manual and Monitor CD, Users Location............................................................................. 103.2 Administrative Site, Material Received ........................................................................................103.2.1 Manuals and Administrative CD, Gateway Location............................................................104 Installation...........................................................................................................................................114.1 Console Installation.......................................................................................................................114.2 Antenna Installation ...................................................................................................................... 124.2.1 Placement.............................................................................................................................. 124.2.2 Installation.............................................................................................................................134.3 System Interconnections............................................................................................................... 154.3.1 Building Ground ................................................................................................................... 154.3.2 Antenna Interconnections...................................................................................................... 154.3.3 Power Connection.................................................................................................................184.3.4 PSTN to MXU Inter-Connections.........................................................................................185 Checkout..............................................................................................................................................195.1 Initial Power Up Checks ...............................................................................................................195.2 PSTN Check..................................................................................................................................205.3 Monitor Station Check (Optional) ................................................................................................215.4 Satellite Link Checks (Optional)...................................................................................................215.5 Request Initialization .................................................................................................................... 226 Trouble Shooting Guidelines..............................................................................................................236.1 Power Problems ............................................................................................................................236.2 Telephone Line Problems .............................................................................................................236.3 Antenna Line Problems................................................................................................................. 24APPENDIX “A” –User Site, Pre Installation Check List........................................................................ 25APPENDIX “B” – Coax Cable Options....................................................................................................27TABLE OF FIGURESFigure 4.1-1: Console Mounting................................................................................................................... 11Figure 4.2.2-1: Antenna / Mast Mounting ................................................................................................... 13Figure 4.3-1: MXU Console Interconnections.............................................................................................. 15Figure 4.3.2-2: NOMAD MXU Coax Connections......................................................................................17Figure 4.3.4-1: MXU PSTN Interconnections..............................................................................................18Figure 5.2-1: PSTN Test Setup....................................................................................................................20
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 41 Introduction1.1 How To Install The NOMAD MXU System.The administration and installation manuals are intended to identify and clearly describe the procedures fora successful installation and configuration of the NOMAD MXU. Before proceeding, the local installerand gateway personnel are highly encouraged to read both manuals and completely understand theresponsibilities of all parties.The installation of the NOMAD MXU, Control Station and Monitor Station (optional) can proceedsimultaneously as illustrated in Figure 1.1-1.Figure 1.1-1: Installation OverviewGateway Site ActivitesCompletePre-Installation Check ListReceive ShipmentRead the Administration ManualUser Site ActivitesCompletePre-Installation Check ListReceive ShipmentInstall MXUConsole, Antennas, etc.(Use Instal Manual)Prelim Checkout1. MXU Power Up2. Telephone Links3. Antenna Links(Use Install Manual) InstallAdministration PC(Use Administration Manual)MXU OPERATON(Admin Manual)Install Monitor PC(Use Admin Manual)NOMAD MXUInitalization andAdministration(Admin Manual)MXU Monitor(Admin Manual)Request InitializationVerbalTelephone CallMODEMConnection RS232Read theInstallation ManualRead theAdministration Manual
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 51.2 How To Use This ManualAn overview, of the NOMAD MXU’s console, antenna, monitor and interconnections, is illustrated inFigure 1.2-1. The installer should follow the instructions in this manual in the order they are presented.Section 2.0 Review the Safety Procedures and PrecautionsSection 3.0: Inventory the material receivedSection 4.1: Install the MXU ConsoleSection 4.2: Assemble, locate and install the antennaSection 4.3: System interconnectionsSection 5.0: CheckoutSection 5.4 Request InitializationRefer to the detailed instructions in this manual before connecting or assembling the components.Figure 1.2-1: User Site, NOMAD MXU Console Installation OverviewLine 1Line 2Line 3Line 4Ch annel 1Cha nnel 2Ch annel 3OnReadyPowerChan nel 1 InitiatePowerDownSequenc eControl Interface110-230VAC50/60 HZAuxiliary Control PC(Optional, Customer Furnished)Power CordMXU Console InatallationInstallation Manual, Section 4,1Antenna and Mast, Location,Assembly and InstallationInstallation Manual, Section 4.2Monitor StationRefer to the Adminisration ManualNull Modem cable(User Supplied)InterconnectionsInstallationManual, Section 4.3
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 61.3 Acronyms and DefinitionsCDR Call Detail RecordCD ROM Compact Disk Read Only MemoryCFB Call Forward on subscriber BusyDTMF Dual tone Multi-FrequencyISDN Integrated Service Digital NetworkISU Iridium Subscriber Unit, i.e. an Iridium phoneLBT L Band TransceiverLEO Low Earth OrbitMCM MXU Configuration ManagementMSISDN Mobile Service Integrated Service Digital NetworkMXU MultiExchange UnitNOMAD An Iridium program utilizing commercial MXUs and ISUs with modified featuresNOMAD MXU A Standard MXU modified with special features specific to the NOMAD programNOMAD ISU A standard ISU modified with special features specific to the NOMAD programPBX Public Branch ExchangePC Personal ComputerPSTN Public Switched Telephone NetworkSIM Subscriber Identity Module
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 72 Safety2.1 General Hazard Areas.Those safety issues that could pose a concern are discussed within this documentand listed below:• AC power is not removed internal to the NOMAD MXU console by pushing the front panelswitch.• Do not open the unit. There are no serviceable components within the system. Contact the Iridiumgateway for service instructions.• RF energy emitted by the antennae is of a very low level but as a precaution, it is recommended tomaintain a physical distance of 30 cm while the unit is operating.2.2 Specific Hazard AreasThe specific areas of concern are detailed as follows:The precautions stated below must be observed to prevent personal injury, death or equipment damage:• When possible, the power supply in the unit should be shut off before beginning work on theequipment. Note: Power can only be removed from the unit by disconnecting the AC power cablefrom the building mains power .• The telephone lines have hazardous DC voltages and currents associated with the ringing system.•The main power (i.e. 50/60 Hertz, 115/240 VAC) supplies hazardous AC voltage and current to theunit via the power cable.•The antenna array is exposed to lighting hazards. Installation of lightning arrestors and properconnection to the building ground is necessary to avoid personal injury or death. Note: Theattached ground wire may burn or vaporize during electrical storms.•Outside communications wiring connected to the equipment should be handled with caution because ofpossible lightning voltages or ring voltages/currents that could be present and hazardous while in adisconnected condition.•AC mains power can ONLY be removed from this equipment by disconnecting the AC power cablefrom the building mains power. Always disconnect the cable by handling the connector, not thecable itself.•The AC power cable supplied has been selected to comply with the units power requirements and allapplicable safety standards. Do not use another cable or otherwise modify it without contactingthe Iridium Gateway for instructions.2.3 LabelsThe following labels either warn or caution service and operator personnel of safety hazards that could beassociated with the MXU. They are located within this document as well as on the unit itself.
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 8WARNINGImproper AC Mains Grounding HazardEnsure the AC mains power is properly gounded before connecting the equipment. Failure toobserve this warning can result in serious injury or death by electrocution.WARNINGImproper Lightning Rod Grounding HazardEnsure the lightening rod is properly grounded before connecting the equipment. Failure toobserve this warning can result in serious injury or death by electrocution.WARNINGElectrical Storm HazardElectrical storms can cause the antennae to be charged to high voltages. Do not touch outside ofequipment, or grounding wires and rods during electrical storms. Failure to observe this warningcan cause serious injury or death.CAUTIONAntenna Radiation EmissionAs a precaution, maintain a minimum distance of 30 centimeters (12 inches) from theantenna array while in operation.CAUTIONReplaceable BatteryDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.CAUTIONDigital Telephone LineEnsure the telephone lines are capable of accepting analog signals. DO NOT attempt to connectto a digital telephone line – equipment damage will result.
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 93 Description of Material Received3.1 User Site, Material ReceivedThis section contains lists of material received at the user and gateway installation sites, Figure 3.1-1illustrates the assembly and location of the various line items.Figure 3.1-1: User Site, NOMAD Equipment Assembly3.1.1 Console and Mounting KitNOMAD MXU CONSOLE1 Console ??????????? 13.1.2 Antenna Assembly and Mounting Kit01-P43455F001 ANTENNA KIT2 CROSSBAR 07-P43411F001 1 or 23 CABLE MOUNTING BRACKET 07-P43412F001 2 or 44 ANTENNA 85-P43415F001 2 or 45 ENDCAP FCR-16 2 or 401-P43460F001 ANTENNA MAST KIT6 UNIVERSAL TRIPOD RONNIE 5 17 TARPADS 78 18 LAG BOLTS 91478A546 14Line 1Line 2Line 3Line 4Channel 1Channel 2Channel 3OnReadyPowerChann el 1 Init iatePowerDownSequenceCont rol Inte rface110-230VAC50/60 HZLine Item 4, Antenna (2 or 4)Auxiliary Control PC(Optional, Customer Furnished)RS232, Null Modem Cable (Customer Furnished)Power CordLine Item 26, Surge Suppressors (2 or 4)Line Item 1, NOMAD ConsoleLine Item 11, Lighting RodLine Item 23, Ouside Coax (2 or 4)Line Item 24, Inside Coax (2 or4)Line Item 25, Antenna Lead In Coax (2 or 4)Line Item 27, Telephone Cables (4)Line Item 28, Power CordLine Items 6 - 21, Antenna Mast KitNOTE: Line Item numbers refer tothe parts lists in section 3.0
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 109 LAG SCREW ANCHORS 97039A029 1410 WASHER, FLAT 90108A029 1411 LIGHTNING ROD 585CCAT-2/0 112 LIGHTNING ROD MOUNT 07-P43416F001 113 3 WAY FITTING 07-P43417F001 114 UBOLTS 3043T78 215 WASHER, LOCK 91102A031 416 TIE WRAPS 7130K56 2517 SURGE SUPPRESSOR MOUNT 07-P43418F001 118 CABLE, GROUNDING 1/0-19 7620 MM19 LUG, TERMINAL, OFFSET GEOL4 120 BOLT HHCS008M0025Z 121 NUT, LOCKING NFL008MJISZ 122 5/32 ALLEN WRENCH 7122A21 13.1.3 Interconnecting Cable Kits01-P43465F001 INTER-CONNECTIONS KIT23 CABLE, ASSEMBLY W1 AE50738 2 or 424 CABLE, ASSEMBLY W2 AE50739 2 or 425 CABLE, ASSEMBLY W3 AE50774 2 or 426 SURGE SUPPRESSOR IS-CLF50LN 2 or 401-P43470F001 TELEPHONE CABLE27 CABLES TELEPHONE LC14S 401????????? Power Cord28 Power Cord ?????????? 13.1.4 Manual and Monitor CD, Users LocationUser Manuals and Monitor CD29 Administration Manual ???????// 130 Installation Manual ??????????? 131 Monitor CD ????????? 13.2 Administrative Site, Material Received3.2.1 Manuals and Administrative CD, Gateway LocationGateway Manual and Monitor CD32 Administration Manual ??????????? 13334 Administrative CD ????????? 1
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 114 Installation4.1 Console InstallationFigure 4.1-1: Console MountingThe NOMAD MXU is designed to be mounted in a standard 19 inch rack as illustrated in leftfront view of figure 4.1-1. Slides, shelves or supports to mount the MXU in a rack are notincluded in the MXU package.Interconnection of the antenna to the NOMAD MXU is covered in section 4.3.2; however,the location of the MXU console is directly related to the length of the cables supplied withthe NOMAD MXU. If the back of the NOMAD MXU is mounted less than 1.5 meters fromthe surge protectors (Line Item 26), the standard W3 cables (line item 25) supplied with theMXU will work as illustrated in the center view of Figure 4.1-1. If the back of the NOMADMXU is mounted more than 1.5 meters of the surge protectors, the user will have to procurecustom cables as defined in Appendix “B” of this document and illustrated in the right viewin Figure 4.1-1.Line 1Line 2Line 3Line 4Channel 1Channel 2Channel 3OnReadyPowerChannel 1 InitiatePowerDownSequenceContr ol In ter fac eFront View19 inch Rack Back View19 inch RackLess than 1.5 metersfrom the SurgeSuppressorsBack View19 inch RackMore than 1.5 metersfrom the SurgeSuppressorLow Loss Coaxfrom the SurgeSuppressorsLow Loss CoaxConstraint(Users Supplied)Line Item 25,Four W3 CableAssemblies.Required forMXU connectorstrain relief.Line Item 25,Four W3 CableAssemblies.Line Item 26, FourSurge ProtectorsMiunted on the WallStrain Reliefs(User Provided)Required toprotect the MXUAntenna COnnectors
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 124.2 Antenna InstallationWARNINGElectrical Storm HazardElectrical storms can cause the antennae to be charged to high voltages. Do not touch outside ofequipment, or grounding wires and rods during electrical storms. Failure to observe this warningcan cause serious injury or death.4.2.1 PlacementFigure 4.2.1-1: Antenna Location, Un-obstructed SkyThe NOMAD MXU system relays telephone conversations via satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) aroundthe world. Only one satellite at a time is in contact with the MXU console. Because of the rotation of theearth, the satellite may be moving, in a south/north direction across any part of the sky, while it maintainingcontact with the MXU console. Before the satellite departs over the north horizon, it will hand off thetelephone conversation to the next satellite arriving on the south side of the horizon. If the antennas are notcorrectly located, the satellites will not have a “line of sight” with the antennas and the service will beunreliable.The antennas must be located to provide a clear view of the sky, from horizon to horizon. Figure 4.2.1-1illustrates three possible cases.• Case 1 The NOMAD MXU system will work intermittently because half of the sky is blocked by alarge building. This will result in some passing satellites not having a clear “line of sight” to theantennas.• Case 2: This NOMAD MXU will probably work better than in case 1; however, depending on the sizeof the tree, intermittent operation of the NOMAD MXU is probable because of the addition attenuationand the periodic blockage of the signal between the antenna and satellites.• Case 3: This will give the best operation of the NOMAD MXU system because there is direct “line ofsight” to the satellite regardless of its location in the sky.Case 1: NO Case 2: MAYBE Case 3: YESMaximun 8 degreesabove horizon Maximun 8 degreesabove horizon
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 134.2.2 InstallationFigure 4.2.2-1: Antenna / Mast MountingFigure 4.2.2-1 depicts the Nomad Antenna Assembly Kit (01-P43410F) as it would be configured for aquad antenna system and mounted on a flat surface. None of the cabling is depicted above.Step 1: Mast Assembly: The Antenna Mast kit 01-P43460F001 should be assembled first.Step 2: Install Mast: The mast must be located in the position determined in section 4.2.1. The mastassembly may be mounted on a flat or pitched (slanted) surface. It will be configured as a two or fourantenna system in step 5 below. Lag bolts, item 8 (9178546), are provided to attach the universal tripoditem 6 (Ronnie 5) to any surface material that will accept the lag bolt. Flat washers, item 10 (90108A029),are to be installed on the lag bolts prior to installation on the tripod foot. Tarpads, item 7 (78), are to beinstalled between the foot of the tripod and the mounting surface to waterproof the attachment point. All ofthe lag bolts, except 2 that will be used later for installation of the surge suppressor mounting bracket,should be used for mounting the mast assembly. If the surface is concrete or some other material that willnot readily accept the lag bolt, lag bolt anchors, item 9 (97039A029), have been included in the kit.Step 3: Lighting Rod: Install the 3-way fitting, item 13 (07-P43417F001), over the circular portion of thelightning rod mount, item 12 (07-P43416F001), and secure the set screws using the 5/32 allen wrench, item22 (7122A21), included in the kit. Prior to tightening the set-screws, the 3-way fitting should be located asfar onto the lightening rod mount as possible. Secure the lightning rod mount to allow installation of thelightning rod, item 11(585CCAT-2/0). Prepare the lightning rod for installation by removing all of theItem 11, Lighting RodItem 2, CrossbarItem 12, Lighting Rod MountItem 14, U BoltsItem 15, Washer LockItem 6, Universal TripodItem 13, Three Way FittingsItem 4, AntennaItem 5, End CapItem 3, Cable Mounting BracketItem 7, Tar PadsItem 8, Lag BoltsItem 9, Lag Screw AnchorsItem 10, Washer Flat
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 14fasteners from the threaded end. Re-install one each of the nut, lock washer, and flat washer. Thread thelightning rod into the mount and secure the jam nut.The lightning rod mount shall be secured to the top of the mast by engaging the circular cut out portion ofthe mount to the top of the mast and installing the u-bolts, item14 (3043T78), and lock washers, item 15(91102A031).Step 4: Grounding Cable: The lightning rod that extends from the top of the array has a grounding cable(not shown above) attached and should be attached to the building ground in accordance with theinstructions in Section 4.3, step 5, below.Step 5: Antennas: The Antenna kit 01-P43455F001 is now required to continue the assembly. The crossbar(s), item 2 (07-P43411F001), slip through the 3-way fitting and should extend from the fitting an equaldistance on each side. Tighten the set-screws with the enclosed allen wrench to secure the cross bars.The metal plate that the antenna, item 4 (07-P43412F001), is supplied with, is to be replaced by the cable-mounting bracket, item 3 (07-P43415F001), included in the kit. If necessary, reorient the u-bolts to allowthe antenna, when installed on to the cross bar, to have the cone shape perpendicular to the cross bar. Installthe antenna onto the cross bar so that the antenna and it’s clamps are resting on the tape on the end of thecross bar, and the cone is inverted above the cross bar as shown. The plastic end caps, item 5 (FCR-16),that have been supplied shall be installed on the end of the cross bars.Installation of the surge suppressors and coax cables are described in the following section.
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 154.3 System InterconnectionsFigure 4.3-1: MXU Console InterconnectionsInterconnections between the antennas, power and the MXU console are illustrated in Figure 5.4-1. Eachstep numbered in Figure 5.4-1 is discussed below in the following paragraphs.4.3.1 Building GroundStep 1. Locate the “Building Ground”. It is extremely important to ground the antenna assembly, surgeprotectors, and power outlet to the central building ground. If not properly grounded, a nearbylighting strike can easily damage the MXU system and can cause personal injury or death. In figure4.3-1 the building ground is illustrated, in view G, as a ground rod. If any doubt exists as to thelocation of the building ground consult with a local certified electrician.Step 2. Verify the MXU power outlet, view “F” will accept the three prong electrical pug (Line Item 28)supplied with the MXU shipment. Consult with a certified electrician to verify the power outlet isproperly wired and verify ground is properly connected to the building ground. If the power corddoes not match the power outlet, the user is responsible for securing the correct power cord. Referto Pre-Installation Checklist, Check 10, Appendix “A”.4.3.2 Antenna InterconnectionsFan PowerSupplyFanSIM Access CoverAntenna 1 Antenna 2 Antenna 3 A ntenna 4110-230VAC50/60 HZLine 1 Line 2Line 3 Line 4LightingRodGroundRodAC PowerSocketNOMADGrounding Rod, 8 feet into the earth #10 CopperWireClampGreen Wireto the Building GroundWhite WireTo AC LowBlack WireTo AC HighThreeProngPlug#10 bareCopper wireto the Building GroundCoaxCableCoaxCableCoaxCable CoaxCableBareCopper Cableto BuildingGroundAntennaBracketBuilding Ceiling, Walls,Floors, etc.Building GroundSecure the Coaxs (4) andbare #10 Copper W ire.1. Use Tie Wraps of Mast2. Cable Fasteners forbuilding.3.25.6.1.SurgeProtector7.View "A"View "B"View "C"View "D"View "E"View "F"8.9. 9.10.4.6.7.7.X47.3.9.9.PlugType NJack (Bulk Head)Aero AT1621-73W-TNCFPlugJackView "G"6.Surge ProtectorW3W1W2W3W3W1W1W2W1
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 16Step 3. Install the four surge suppressors (Line Items 26) just inside the building were the coax cables W1(Line Item 23) enter the building as illustrated in view “E” of Figure 5.4-1. The surge suppressors,are mounted to the surge suppressor bracket, Line Item 17), which has been mounted with the 2remaining lag bolts, and lag bolt anchors (if required).Step 4. The surge suppressor bracket needs to be attached to the same building ground, view E, that theantenna mast and power outlet are grounded to. The enclosed ground wire, (Line Item 18), lug,(Line Item 19) nut and bolt, (Line Items 20 and 21) will allow the attachment of the ground wireto the surge suppressor bracketStep 5: Connect the bare cable from the lighting rod to the building ground as illustrated in view “C” andview “G”.WARNINGImproper Lightning Rod Grounding HazardEnsure the lightening rod is properly grounded before connecting the equipment. Failure toobserve this warning can result in serious injury or death by electrocution.Step 6. Connect the short (1ft) coax wire W3 from one of the antennas (View “B”) to coax W1 (View “A”)and secure to the antenna’s crossbars. Repeat for the other 3 antennas.Step 7. Connect the long coax W1 (30 feet) from the cross bar to one of the lighting arrestors (View “E”).Repeat for the other 3 long pieces of coaxsStep 8. Tie wrap the four coax cables and ground wire to the mast.Step 9. Connect the 6 feet coax W2 to the lighting arrestor.BEFORE CONNECTING THE W2 COAX TO THE BACK OF THE MXU, VERIFY THECENTER CONDUCTOR OF THE COAX IS NOT SHORTED TO OUTER SHELL OFTHE CONNECTOR. REFER TO FIGURE 4.3.2-1Figure 4.3.2-1: Verify Coax Cables, No ShortsSURGEPROT.W3Earth forLighting ProtectionW2Verify InfiniteResistance between thecenter conductor and theouter shellVerify all the coax cables are connected, from the antenna to the lastconnector on W3 as shown. NOTE: There are 2 or 4 sets of thesecoax cable strings to verified, i.e. no shorts exist.W1Antenna
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 17Connect the other end of the W2 coax to the antenna connection on the back of the MXU consoleas illustrated in Figure 4.3.2-2. Repeat for the other W2 coax. If the W2 coax is not of sufficientlength, refer to Appendix “B”.Figure 4.3.2-2: NOMAD MXU Coax ConnectionsFan PowerSupplyFanSIM Access CoverAntenna 1 Antenna 2 Antenna 3 Antenna 4Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 Line 4SURGESUPPRESS ORS (4)Bare Copper Wireto EARTHCoax toAntennas
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 184.3.3 Power ConnectionWARNINGImproper AC Mains Grounding HazardEnsure the AC mains power is properly grounded before connecting the equipment. Failure toobserve this warning can result in serious injury or death by electrocution.Step 10. Using the correct power cord, connect the local power (??????110 VAC, 60 HZ or 230 VAC 50HZ) to the MXU’s back panel’s power outlet. If the local power wall socket is not the correctconfiguration for the supplied power cord, Go back to Section 4.3.2, step 2.4.3.4 PSTN to MXU Inter-ConnectionsFigure 4.3.4-1: MXU PSTN InterconnectionsCAUTIONDigital Telephone LineEnsure the telephone lines are capable of accepting analog signals. DO NOT attempt to connectto a digital telephone line – equipment damage will result.Using the four supplied telephone lines, connect the local PSTN to MXU back panel connectors Lines 1,2,3and 4. NOTE: If the PSTN socket is not a RJ-11 type, refer to the “Pre-Installation Check List”,Appendix “A”, Check 5.Fan PowerSupplyFanSIM Access CoverAntenna 1 Antenna 2 Antenna 3 Antenna 4Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 Lin e 4Connect toPSTN
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 195 CheckoutCAUTIONAntenna Radiation EmissionAs a precaution maintain a minimum distance of 30 centimeters (12 inches) from the antennaarray while in operation.5.1 Initial Power Up ChecksYou are now ready to power on the MXU and start the checkout sequence.Power on the NOMAD MXU Console by pushing the”ON” push button.In less than 2 seconds, the “Power LED” should light.If the “Power Up “ LED does not lightSTOP: Go to section 6.1 “Power Problems” section of this document.
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 205.2 PSTN CheckFigure 5.2-1: PSTN Test SetupThree to five minutes after the Power LED lite, the Ready LED should light.The Power LED = ON and Ready LED = ON, indicates the MXU has successfully completed its internalself testing and at least one channel is capable of passing traffic between the PSTN and the Iridium System.NOTE: This does not insure all four channels are capable of passing traffic. Continue on with the checkoutprocedure.Figure 5.2-1 illustrates the setup to initially test and determine if the PSTN is correctly connected to theNOMAD MXU console. Using the test telephone attached to the PSTN complete the following steps.: Line # 1 Telephone connection check: Dial the phone number for MXU line #1 and verify the following:1. Listen on the test phone and verify the MXU picks up the phone.2. Observe the MXU front panel and verify the “Line 1” LED” lights.3. Listen on the test phone and verify the modem tone occurs, (may take up to 1 minute).4. Hang up the test phone, the MXU front panel “Line 1” LED should go out.If steps 1,2,3 and 4 happened, the connection is valid.Go to “Line # 2 Telephone connection check” If steps 1,2,3 and 4 are not correct the telephone line may be at fault” Go to section 6.2 “Telephone Problems” Line # 2 Telephone connection check: Dial the phone number for MXU line #2 and verify the following:1. Listen on the test phone and verify the MXU picks up the phone.2. Observe the MXU front panel and verify the “Line 2” LED” lights.3. Listen on the test phone and verify the modem tone occurs, (may take up to 1 minute).4. Hang up the test phone, the MXU front panel “Line 2” LED should go out.If steps 1,2,3 and 4 happened, the connection is valid.Go to “Line # 3 Telephone connection check”RS232NOMADMXUAnalogPhone LinesLocalPSTN110/230VAC50/60 Hz.Optional, LocalAdmin or Monitor PCLine #1Line #2Line #4Line #3TestPhone
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 21 If steps 1,2,3 and 4 are not correct the telephone line may be at fault” Go to section 6.2 “Telephone Problems” Line # 3 Telephone connection check: Dial the phone number for MXU line #3 and verify the following:1. Listen on the test phone and verify the MXU picks up the phone.2. Observe the MXU front panel and verify the “Line 3” LED” lights.3. Listen on the test phone and verify the modem tone occurs, (may take up to 1 minute).4. Hang up the test phone, the MXU front panel “Line 3” LED should go out.If steps 1,2,3 and 4 happened, the connection is valid.Go to “Line # 4 Telephone connection check” If steps 1,2,3 and 4 are not correct the telephone line may be at fault” Go to section 6.2 “Telephone Problems” Line # 4 Telephone connection check: Dial the phone number for MXU line #4 and verify the following:1. Listen on the test phone and verify the MXU picks up the phone.2. Observe the MXU front panel and verify the “Line 4” LED” lights.3. Listen on the test phone and verify the modem tone occurs, (may take up to 1 minute).4. Hang up the test phone, the MXU front panel “Line 4” LED should go out.If steps 1,2,3 and 4 happened, the connection is valid.Go to “Section 5.3, Monitor Station Checkout” If steps 1,2,3 and 4 are not correct the telephone line may be at fault” Go to section 6.2 “Telephone Problems”5.3 Monitor Station Check (Optional)It is possible to configure a user supplied personal computer (PC) to interface with the NOMAD MXUconsole through the RS232 connector on the front panel, This will enable the user to monitor MXUactivities and retrieve diagnostic logs from the MXU. For details on setup and operation of the monitorstation refer to the administrative manual.5.4 Satellite Link Checks (Optional)If the “Ready Light came on during the power up sequence described in section 5.1, at least one channelexists between the NOMAD MXU console and the Iridium satellites. There are several ways to determineif all RF channels, antenna, coax cables, and the RF side of the MXU console are operating correctly.Methods 1 and 2 are preferred for verification but method three can be used for verification or isolation ofthe problem to either the antenna and coax, or to the RF portion of the MU console.1. If the user setup the monitor station, described in section 5.3, the diagnostic logs can be retrieved andthe signal strength between the satellites and the MXU can be verified. Refer to the AdministrationManual for details.2. If the user did not setup the monitor station, the Gateway can retrieve the diagnostic logs, over thePSTN modem connection, and inform the user of the status of the Iridium channels. Refer to theAdministration Manual for details. If one of the channels is not present or has a weak signal refer tosection 6.3.3. If the Ready LED on the MXU’s front panel came on, all four RF channels can be verified without adiagnostic log as follows.First Step: We need to determine the good and bad RF channels as follows:a. Power Down the MXUb. Disconnect all the antenna cables but one, from the back of the MXU.
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 22c. Power on the NOMAD MXU.d. If the Ready LED comes on within 3 to 5 minutes mark the Coax cable and MXU connector asgood. Else mark both “questionable”.e. Repeat steps a,b,c & d for each of the three remaining channels.Second Step: We need to determine which “Questionable” cables are bad.a. Power Down the MXUb. Disconnect all the antenna cables from the back of the MXU.c. Connect the questionable coax from a bad channel to a good MXU channel.d. Power on the NOMAD MXU.e. If the Ready LED comes on within 3 to 5 minutes mark the questionable Coax cable good. Elsemark the cable bad.f. Repeat steps a,b,c d & e for each of the three remaining “questionable” cables.TO REPAIR ANTENNA/ COAX CABLES, REFER TO Section 6.3.Third Step: We need to determine which “Questionable” MXU RF channels are bad.a. Power Down the MXUb. Disconnect all the antenna cables from the back of the MXU.c. Connect a “good” coax to a “questionable MXU channel.d. Power on the NOMAD MXU.e. If the Ready LED comes on within 3 to 5 minutes mark the questionable MXU Channel “good”.Else mark the RF Channel “bad”.f. Repeat steps a,b,c d & e for any remaining “questionable” MXU RF channels.NOTIFY THE GATEWAY OF ANY BAD MXU RF CHANNELS.5.5 Request InitializationWhen all the initial checks are OK, call gateway and request initialization
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 236 Trouble Shooting GuidelinesCAUTIONReplaceable BatteryDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.6.1 Power ProblemsNOMAD MXU POWER UP SERVICE PROBLEMSProblem(s) Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)Power Up LED doesnot Light. Verify MXU power cord isconnected to the building poweroutlet.Insert plug into outlet. If the plug doesnot fit the outlet, refer to Section 4.3.3,Step 10, or section 4.3.1, Step 2, orAppendix “A” Pre-Installation Checklist,Check 10.No power at the building outlet Verify power, must be90 to 135 VAC, 47 to 63Hz,: or,180 to 265VAC, 47 to 63 HzBuilding Circuit Breaker opens, orBuilding Fuse blows. Verify the building power outlet iscorrectly polarized, refer to Section4.3.1, Step 1, or Appendix “A”, Pre-Installation Checklist, Check 9.6.2 Telephone Line ProblemsNOMAD MXU TELEPHONE SERVICE PROBLEMSProblem(s) Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)Test Step 1: Can notverify the MXU picks upthe phone.Telephone line is not connected Connect per section 4.3.4Incorrect phone jack, can notconnect the phone line. Refer to Appendix “A”, Pre-InstallationChecklist, Checks 5 and 6.
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 24NOMAD MXU TELEPHONE SERVICE PROBLEMSProblem(s) Possible Cause(s) Solution(s).Bad telephone line. Remove the telephone cable plug fromthe back of the MXU and connect it toa 2 wire analog phone, Note: you mayneed a RJ11 adapter. Make a testphone call between the test telephoneand the 2 wire analog phone. NOTE:Do not connect a phone directly tothe MXU, it will not work.Test Step 2: MXU frontpanel “Line n LED” doesnot light when the MXUpicks up the phoneIf the Power On LED is lite, andthe MXU phone pickup is heard,and the modem tone is heard, butthe Line LED is not lite,Probably a bad LEDContact the Gateway to determine therepair procedure. NOTE: The MXUprobably can still be initialized andmade operational.Test Step 3: No modemtone occurs, (may take upto 1 minute).If the Power On LED is lite, andthe MXU phone pickup is heard,and the Line LED is lite,but no Modem tone.Probably a bad MXU modemContact the Gateway to determine therepair procedure. NOTE: Without theNOMAD MXU modem the unit can notbe controlled remotely.Test Step 4: The Line nLED does not go outwhen the test phone ishung up.PSTN non hanging up. Disconnect the telephone line at theMXU and verify the Line “n” LED goesout. If so there is a PSTN problem,6.3 Antenna Line ProblemsNOMAD MXU ANTENNA SERVICE PROBLEMSProblem(s) Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 25APPENDIX “A” –User Site, Pre Installation Check ListPURPOSE: The purpose of this checklist is to prevent problems during the installation phase. Thischecklist is not an installation guide, it should be completed before the NOMAD MXU equipment arriveson site. Figure A1 below is a summary of the checklist.Typical User MXU Installation.NOMAD MXU CONSOLECheck 1: Determine the environment of the NOMAD MXU console will be+15oC to +35oC and a maximum 80% relative humidity , non-condensing. ______ANTENNASCheck 2: Location of AntennasClear line of sight, Horizon to Horizon___________________________________Check 3: Verify an 8 meter outside antenna coax (W1) is of sufficient length___________If the length is not sufficient, see Appendix “B”.Check 4: Verify 1.5 meter inside antenna coax (W2) is of sufficient length_____________If the length is not sufficient, see Appendix “B”PSTNCheck 5, Verify local PSTN Connections will accept PJ11 type plugs_________________Cables supplied with the MXU, have RJ11 plugs on each end.If the PSTN receptacles are not RJ11 types, adapters have to be procured by the user.Check 6: Verify all four sets of phone lines are 2 wire analog_________________________Line 1Line 2Line 3Line 4Channe l 1Channel 2Channe l 3OnReadyPowerChannel 1 InitiatePowerDownSequenc eControl InterfaceExample:110VAC50/60 HZ, Null Modem Cable(RS232, Customer Furnished)Power CordCheck 1: Determine location of the console(+15 C to +35 C, Max 80% Relative Humidity, Non-Condensing)Check 2: Determine location of the antennas( Clear Line of Sight, Horizon to Horizon)Check 3: Length of Outside Antenna CoaxCheck 4: Length of Inside CoaxCheck 5, Type of PSTN Connectors (RJ11)Check 6, Verify phone lines are 2 wire analogCheck 7, Verify phone line with Modem call to GatewayCheck 10, Verify correct power cord has been ordered.Check 11, Monitor Station RequirementsToLocalPSTNNOMADConsoleLightingArrestorsLighting RodMonitorStationCheck 8: Verify correct powerCheck 9: Verify power outlet is groundedCheck 12, Null Modem Cable availableoo
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 26If not the MXU will not function.Check 7: Verify all four phone lines, can make modem calls between the users location and the Gateway. ________________________________________________________If not, the MXU can not be controlled from the gateway and must be configuredat the factory.POWERCheck 8: Verify the Power Voltage is 90 to 135 VAC, 47 to 63Hz,: or,180 to 265VAC, 47 to 63 Hz____________________________________________if one of these two voltages is not available, the MXU will not work.Check 9: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, HAVE A CERTIFIED ______ELECTRICAN VERIFY THE POWER OUTLET IS CORRECTLY GROUNDED.If the outlet is not properly grounded, have the electrician replace it.Check 10 Verify the correct AC Power Cord has been ordered_________________________If a power cord was not specified, the user will receive the power cordillustrated below.The correct power cord is the responsibility of the user. A possible source of powercords can be contacted at the following website. http://www.panelcomponents.comMONITOR STATION (Optional, User Supplied)Check 11, Verify the configuration of the Monitor Station PC (user supplied) ____________IBM compatible a Pentium class PC at least 50 MB of free disk space, Microsoft NT 4.0 installed NT Service Pack Three installedCDROM drive (required to install the NOMAD MCM program)_______________Check 12: Verify, Null Modem Cable per following schematic. (user supplied)___________Transmit Data (2)Receive Data (3)Request To Send (7)Clear To Send (8)Data Set Ready (6)Ground (5)Data Carrier Detect (1)Data Terminal Ready (4)(2) Transmit Data(3) Receive Data(7) Request To Send(8) Clear To Send(6) Data Set Ready(5) Ground(1) Data Carrier Detect(4) Data Terminal ReadyBuildingGroundWide Blade110VAC_LowNarrow Blade110VAC_HighMXUConnector To Wall Outlet
DRAFT COPYNOMAD MXU Installation Manual 3:36 PM 02/12/99DRAFT COPY 27APPENDIX “B” – Coax Cable OptionsFigure B1: Standard cable lengths as shipped with the NOMAD MXU.Figure B2: Custom cable lengths to be ordered by the user.MXUW1-A0.1 dBSURGEPROT.PlugAero AT1621-73W-TNCFPolyphaserIS-CLF50LNJackJack0.1 dBType N Type NJackPlug Jack (Bulk Head)Type N0.3 m (1 ft.)LMR-240TNC0.1 dBW3Earth forLighting ProtectionPlugTNCW20.5 dBPlug TNCPlugW1-BAntenna Component Length dB LossW3 Antenna Lead-in 0.3 Meters (1 ft) NOTE 1 0.1 dBOutside Coax Connector 0.1 dBW1 = W1A + W1B ( NOTE 2) X Meters NOTE 3 1.5 dBLighting Surge Protector 0.1 dBW2 Inside Coax 1.5 Meters (5 ft) NOTE 1 0.5Totals X + 1.8 Meters 2.3 dB LossNon - Standard Length / Type CablesNOTE 3: The allowable length of the W1 cable, or W1A + W1B cables, is based on dB loss.The total dB loss through W1, or W1A + W1B, and related connectors and adapters must be lessthan 1.5 dB.NOTE 1: Supplied coax cables W3 and W2 must be used in the installation to serve as strainreliefs; else, damage to the antenna or the antenna connections on the MXU will occur..NOTE 2: Depending on the installation, W1 and or W3 may be too short. If so, custom coax cableW1, or two custom cables W1A and W1B, may be procured from a cable vendor.Type of coax depends on the length Type of coax depends on the lengthPlugJack (Bulk Head)Type NBulk head connector to be used as theanchor for the strain relief.W1A + W1B must total less than 1.5 dB of loss.PlugJackAntenna Component Length Db LossW3 Antenna Leadin 0.3 Meters (1 ft) 0.1 dBOutside Coax Connector 0.1 dBW1 Outside coax 8.0 Meters (26 ft) 1.5 dBLighting Surge Protector 0.1 dBW2 Inside Coax 1.5 Meters (5 ft) 0.5Totals 9.8 Meters or 32 Feet 2.3 db LossSummary, Standard Length / Type CablesMXUW1 W21.5 dB 0.5 dB0.1 dBSURGEPROT.PlugPolyphaserIS-CLF50LNJackJack0.1 dBPlugType N Type N TNCPlug JackPlug Jack (Bulk Head)8 m (26.2 ft)LMR-400 or1.5 m (4.9 ft)LMR-2400.3 m (1 ft.)LMR-240TNC0.1 dBW3Earth forLighting ProtectionPlugJackAntenna

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