Norsat 5200-KUAA-ID GLOBETREKKER KU-BAND SATELLITE TERMINAL User Manual GT Manual Rev 3 FCC
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Chapters
Preface
Purpose and Scope of the User Guide .................................................................................. 8
Audience ................................................................................................................................ 8
Revision History ..................................................................................................................... 8
Radio Frequency Exposure
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information for Mobile Transmitting Devices .................. 10
Dielectric Heating ................................................................................................................. 10
Frequency Coordination—FCC 25.203(c), 25.251, and 101.103 ........................................ 10
Safety Basics
11
Grounding the GLOBETrekker............................................................................................. 12
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information for Mobile Transmitting Devices .................. 12
Dielectric Heating ................................................................................................................. 13
Electrical Hazards in Wet and Windy Conditions................................................................. 13
Unintentional Radio Interference—FCC 15.19, 15.21 and 15.105 ...................................... 14
Frequency Coordination—FCC 25.203(c), 25.251, and 101.103 ........................................ 14
Understanding Clearance Distance ..................................................................................... 14
Getting Started
17
Boxes Delivered ................................................................................................................... 18
What is Inside?..................................................................................................................... 19
Contents by Backpack ......................................................................................................... 20
Parts and Assemblies Checklist........................................................................................... 26
GLOBETrekker Basics
27
What is the GLOBETrekker?................................................................................................ 28
What is the GLOBETrekker Designed to Do?...................................................................... 29
Identifying Basic Elements of the GLOBETrekker ............................................................... 30
How Does the GLOBETrekker Work? ................................................................................. 33
Power Configuration Options for the Assemblies ................................................................ 40
4
Transporting the Backpack
43
Mounting the Backpack........................................................................................................ 44
Dismounting the Backpack................................................................................................... 48
Safety Tips: .......................................................................................................................... 50
Assembling the GLOBETrekker
51
Opening the Backpacks ....................................................................................................... 52
Deploying the Legs from the Baseband Unit ....................................................................... 52
Assembling the Main Antenna Unit ...................................................................................... 55
Assembling the Boom Arm and Feed Assembly.................................................................. 60
Understanding the Feed Assembly ...................................................................................... 61
Attaching the Low Noise Block to the Feed Assembly ........................................................ 62
Connecting the Waveguide to the Feed Assembly .............................................................. 63
Selecting and Connecting the Cable to the LNB.................................................................. 64
Attaching the GPS Antenna and Compass Unit .................................................................. 66
Connecting the Cables to the Main Antenna Assembly....................................................... 67
Powering the GLOBETrekker
69
AC/DC Power Supply........................................................................................................... 70
Connecting the AC/DC Power Supply ................................................................................. 71
Attaching Peripheral Equipment
73
Attaching the Laptop ............................................................................................................ 75
Attaching a Laptop Using Remote Desktop Application ...................................................... 75
Commissioning the GLOBETrekker
77
LinkControl Overview ........................................................................................................... 78
Why is the Commissioning Process Necessary?................................................................. 79
Commissioning Process Overview ...................................................................................... 80
Step 5:
Load Modem Options File.................................................................................... 88
Step 6:
Set Modem Parameters (SCPC) ......................................................................... 90
Step 7:
Exit and Restart LinkControl Application ............................................................. 91
9
Operating the GLOBETrekker in Auto-Acquire Mode
93
Starting the Auto-Acquire Session ....................................................................................... 94
Initializing the Compass ....................................................................................................... 95
Pointing the Antenna............................................................................................................ 96
Transmitting the Signal ........................................................................................................ 98
Ending Transmission............................................................................................................ 98
10
Satellite Access Procedures
99
Satellite Access Protocol.................................................................................................... 100
The Call .............................................................................................................................. 101
Sample Script for Telephone Conversation with a Hub or Satellite Operator.................... 113
11
Operating the GLOBETrekker™ in Manual Mode
Manual Antenna Alignment Overview................................................................................ 116
Step 1a:
Launch Link Control Application.................................................................... 116
Step 1b:
Choose a Profile ............................................................................................ 118
Step 2:
Identify Location................................................................................................. 119
Ground Location................................................................................................................. 120
Step 3:
Verify Target Satellite......................................................................................... 121
Step 4:
Check Clearance Distance ................................................................................ 121
Step 5:
Check if there is a DVB Receiver on the Target Satellite .................................. 121
Step 6:
Point the Antenna .............................................................................................. 122
Step 7:
Acquire Satellite and Peak Antenna .................................................................. 124
Viewing the Receive (Rx) Spectrum Analyzer Screen....................................................... 124
Peaking the Antenna.......................................................................................................... 130
115
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Disassembling the GLOBETrekker
133
Powering Down the GLOBETrekker (Graceful Shutdown) ................................................ 134
Disconnecting the Laptop................................................................................................... 134
Disconnecting the Power Supply ....................................................................................... 134
Disconnecting the Cables .................................................................................................. 135
Disconnecting the Waveguide from the Feed Assembly ................................................... 137
Detaching the LNB from the Feed Assembly..................................................................... 138
Disassembling the Boom Arm and Feed Assembly........................................................... 139
Disassembling the Main Antenna Unit ............................................................................... 140
Folding the Legs and Leg Supports into the Baseband..................................................... 143
Repacking the GLOBETrekker Antenna/RF Backpack Bottom ......................................... 145
Repackaging the GLOBETrekker Antenna/RF Backpack Top .......................................... 146
Repackaging the GLOBETrekker Baseband Backpack Bottom ........................................ 149
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Alarms and Troubleshooting Tips
151
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 152
Status Indicators ................................................................................................................ 159
Purpose and Scope of the User Guide ........................................................................ 8
Audience....................................................................................................................... 8
Revision History............................................................................................................ 8
Purpose and Scope of the User Guide
The user guide explains how best to assemble, operate, transport and care for the Norsat
GLOBETrekker satellite terminal. It also provides guidance on how to interact efficiently with a
satellite hub operator.
This user guide is specifically written for the GLOBETrekker Ku-Band Satellite Terminal
(model numbers 5200-KuRAA-#W and 5200-KuEAA-#W); both come equipped with an
iDirect iConnex modem. The user guide covers operation of the terminal in both SCPC
and TDMA modes.
Audience
The guide will be of interest to the following personnel:
•
•
field users
systems administrators (or IT; Lifecycle/Sustainment Managers)
Revision History
Date
July 2006
Nature of Revision
Release
Release
1.0
READ THE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL OR OPERATE THE
GLOBETREKKER
Radio Frequency Exposure
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information ............................................................ 10
Hazards of Microwave Radiation in Electromagnetic Fields ...................................... 10
Dielectric Heating ....................................................................................................... 10
Frequency Coordination ............................................................................................. 10
Avoid Hazards Leading to Serious Injury or Possible Death
Danger
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information for Mobile
Transmitting Devices
When the power is on, maintain a distance of 8.4 feet (2.6 meters) or
greater from the antenna. Radio Frequency Exposure Minimum
calculated separation distance between antenna and persons
required is 2.56 meters.
Hazards of Microwave Radiation in Electromagnetic Fields
When the power is on, the area directly in front of the antenna is an Area of
Restricted Occupancy. Observe the safety precautions which follow:
1. Limit human exposure time to the area directly in front of the main antenna
assembly.
2. Never place any part of your body between the antenna and the feed horn
assembly.
3. Never place any part of your body in line with the direction of the antenna
transmission path. The LinkControl application provides a screen which helps
users estimate the minimum clearance distance. Please refer to
“Understanding clearance distance” on pages 13 and 14.
4. Locate the terminal as far as possible from ungrounded metal.
Dielectric Heating
Dielectric heating is the heating of an insulating material caused by placing it in a
high frequency electric field. When a human enters a Radio Frequency (RF) field
the body acts as the dielectric. If the power in the RF field exceeds 10 milliwatts
per centimeter, the individual will have a noticeable rise in body temperature.
The severity of burns may vary from minor to major. Burns or other damage may
result in long term injury, or even death. The vital organs of the body are highly
susceptible to dielectric heating. The eyes are also highly susceptible to dielectric
heating. Do not look directly into devices radiating RF energy. You must not
stand directly in the path of RF radiating devices.
Frequency Coordination—FCC 25.203(c), 25.251, and 101.103
Users must ensure they co-ordinate proposed frequency and power usage with
other terrestrial and satellite users prior to transmission.
Changes or Modifications to Equipment - FCC Section 15.21
Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
10
Grounding the GLOBETrekker ................................................................................... 12
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information ............................................................ 12
Hazards of Microwave Radiation in Electromagnetic Fields ...................................... 12
Dielectric Heating ....................................................................................................... 13
Electrical Hazards in Wet and Windy Conditions ....................................................... 13
Unintentional Radio Interference................................................................................ 14
Understanding Clearance Distance............................................................................ 14
11
YOU MUST READ THIS CHAPTER BEFORE OPERATING THE GLOBETREKKER
Observe Electrical Codes
Caution
Grounding the GLOBETrekker
In urban areas, ground the GLOBETrekker with a grounding conductor
according to national and local electrical codes.
Avoid Hazards Leading to Serious Injury or Possible Death
Danger
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Information for Mobile
Transmitting Devices
When the power is on, maintain a distance of 8.4 feet (2.6 meters) or
greater from the antenna. Radio Frequency Exposure Minimum
calculated separation distance between antenna and persons
required is 2.56 meters.
Refer also to “Understanding clearance distance” on page 13 later in
this chapter.
Hazards of Microwave Radiation in Electromagnetic Fields
When the power is on, the area directly in front of the antenna is an Area of
Restricted Occupancy. Observe the safety precautions which follow:
5. Limit human exposure time to the area directly in front of the main antenna
assembly.
6. Never place any part of your body between the antenna and the feed horn
assembly.
7. Never place any part of your body in line with the direction of the antenna
transmission path. The LinkControl application provides a screen which helps
users estimate the minimum clearance distance. Please refer to
“Understanding clearance distance” on pages 13 and 14.
8. Locate the terminal as far as possible from ungrounded metal.
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Avoid Hazards Leading to Serious Injury or Possible Death - continued
Dielectric Heating
Dielectric heating is the heating of an insulating material caused by placing it in a
high frequency electric field. When a human enters a Radio Frequency (RF) field
the body acts as the dielectric. If the power in the RF field exceeds 10 milliwatts
per centimeter, the individual will have a noticeable rise in body temperature.
The severity of burns may vary from minor to major. Burns or other damage may
result in long term injury, or even death.
The vital organs of the body are highly susceptible to dielectric heating.
The eyes are also highly susceptible to dielectric heating. Do not look directly into
devices radiating RF energy.
You must not stand directly in the path of RF radiating devices.
Electrical Hazards in Wet and Windy Conditions
During windy and wet weather conditions, observe the following safety
precautions:
1. Check cable connectors and power cords.
2. If the GLOBETrekker is in contact with water, check for signs of electrical
dangers.
3. Disconnect the GLOBETrekker from its power source before you move it.
4. Disconnect the GLOBETrekker from its power source if you suspect a
power malfunction.
5. Shelter the baseband unit and its components from water.
13
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operating Regulations
Warning
Unintentional Radio Interference—FCC 15.19, 15.21 and 15.105
This device complies with the limits for a Class A digital device
according to Section 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when you operate
the equipment in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency
energy. If you install and use the device according to the instruction
manual, the device will not cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
If you operate the device in a residential area, it is likely to cause
harmful interference to radio communications; you will correct the
interference at your own expense.
Frequency Coordination—FCC 25.203(c), 25.251, and 101.103
Users must ensure they co-ordinate proposed frequency and power
usage with other terrestrial and satellite users prior to transmission.
Understanding Clearance Distance
There is a Clearance Distance indicator screen within the LinkControl
application that can help the user estimate the minimum clearance required in
front of the antenna.
It is recommended the user read this entire user guide before attempting
system assembly; powering up the system and laptop; or trying to access the
LinkControl software.
14
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Operating Regulations - continued
Understanding Clearance Distance
To access the Clearance Distance indicator screen in LinkControl:
1. Launch the LinkControl software.
2. Enter Administrator mode (this mode of operation is password-protected
and is accessible to users with “administrator” level rights in LinkControl).
3. To enter Admin mode, on the Menu bar click Settings -> Enter Admin
Mode.
4. Type in the Administrator password; the factory default password is
“Administrator”. This password is set at the factory and meant to be
changed at first use. It is recommended this password be changed and
documented as soon as possible by the System Administrator.
NOTE: Passwords are case-sensitive.
To exit Administrator mode and to enter Field mode:
1. Field mode is an end-user mode that operates without elevated rights and
is only used for Auto-Acquire method of access.
2. To exist Administrator mode and enter Field mode, on the Menu bar click
Settings -> Exit Admin Mode.
To view the Clearance Distance indicator screen go to Alignment tab and click
the down arrow beside Clearance Distance on the right-hand side of the
window. The Clearance Distance screen opens as shown in Figure 1.
The Clearance Distance screen shows the distance that different types of
obstacles must be ‘away’ from the terminal when the antenna is positioned at a
given elevation.
Refer to Table 1 and Figure1 in this chapter for more information on
LinkControl Clearance Distance screen and sample calculations.
Changes or Modifications to Equipment - FCC Section 15.21
Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
15
Figure 1
Table 1
Clearance Distance Screen
Sample Clearance Distance Calculations
Types of Obstacles
Clearance Distances
Antenna Elevation = 33°
Clearance for every 3.3 meters (10 feet) vertical
5 meters (17 feet)
Clearance for one storey building
8 meters (25 feet)
Clearance for three storey building
20 meters (65 feet)
Human
4 meters (13 feet)
16
Boxes Delivered ......................................................................................................... 18
What is Inside? ........................................................................................................... 19
Contents by Backpack................................................................................................ 20
Parts and Assemblies Checklist ................................................................................. 26
17
This chapter describes what you should do when you first receive your shipment from Norsat.
Boxes Delivered
When your Norsat GLOBETrekker shipment arrives, it will come shipped in three boxes:
Box Number:
Contents:
Size:
Box 1 and Box 2
(White)
Box 3
(Pelican)
Contain the GLOBETrekker backpacks.
78cm x 57.75cm x 52cm
(30 ¾” x 22 ¾“ x 20 ½“)
50.8cm x 20.3cm x 41.4cm
(20” x 8” x 16 1/3 ”)
Contains the AC-DC power supply.
The shipment should be checked for
any visible damage to the boxes that
may have occurred during shipping.
You should use a short, sharp object
(knife or scissors) to carefully unseal
the boxes.
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After opening the two large white
boxes, note that the GLOBETrekker is
held by eight foam spacers.
The spacers are used to ensure the
GLOBETrekker system is not
damaged during shipping.
Note: It is recommended that the
spacers and original boxes be stored
and saved should you need to re-ship
the GLOBETrekker.
What is Inside?
Once the boxes are unpacked, you
will find two backpacks (A and B) and
one black transit case (C).
Backpack A – Antenna/RF
Backpack B – Baseband
Transit Case C – AC/DC Power
Supply
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Contents by Backpack
Refer to Table 3 Parts/Assemblies Checklist in this chapter to ensure that your
shipment is complete and is not missing any parts or assemblies. Contact the factory at
Norsat immediately if there are any missing parts.
Backpack A – Antenna/RF
Lower Boom Arm
Upper Boom Arm and Feed Assembly
Global LNB Kit
GPS Antenna and Compass
Tx Termination (optional)
Figure 2
(Figure 2)
(Figure 2)
(Figure 2)
(Figure 2)
(Figure 2)
Backpack A - Antenna/RF Lid without Antenna Segments
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Backpack A – Antenna/RF
Antenna Segment 4
Antenna Segment 5
Antenna Segment 6
Figure 3
(Figure 3)
(Figure 3)
(Figure 3)
Backpack A - Antenna/RF Lid with Antenna Segments
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Backpack A – Antenna/RF Bottom
Elevation Assembly
Flexible Waveguide
Main antenna segment with backplate
Figure 4
(Figure 4)
(Figure 4)
(Figure 4)
Backpack A - Antenna/RF Bottom
22
Backpack B – Baseband Lid
Antenna Segment 2
Antenna Segment 3
Figure 5
(Figure 5)
(Figure 5)
Backpack B - Baseband Lid
23
Backpack B – Baseband Bottom
Baseband Unit
Figure 6
(Figure 6)
Backpack B – Baseband Bottom
24
Transit Case C
AC-DC Power Supply
AC-DC Power Supply Cables (2)
Figure 7
(Figure 7)
(Figure 7)
Transit Case C - AC-DC Power Supply
25
Parts and Assemblies Checklist
Table 2
Parts/Assemblies Checklist
Part Name
Backpack
Part #
Main Antenna Segment with Backplate
A (Bottom)
FRU-5200-ANT
Antenna Segment 2
B (Lid)
FRU-5200-ANT
Antenna Segment 3
B (Lid)
FRU-5200-ANT
Antenna Segment 4
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-ANT
Antenna Segment 5
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-ANT
Antenna Segment 6
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-ANT
Lower Boom Arm
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-LBA
Ku-band Upper Boom Arm and Feed
Assembly
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-UBA-KUR
LNB 1000HA
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-LNBA
LNB 1000HB
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-LNBB
LNB 1000HC
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-LNBC
GPS Antenna and Compass
A (Lid)
FRU-5200-GPS
Flexible Waveguide
A (Bottom)
FRU-5200-FWG
Elevation Assembly
A (Bottom)
FRU-5200-EVA
Baseband Unit
B (Bottom)
FRU-5200-BBI
AC-DC Power Supply
FRU-5200-PS
Power Supply Cables (2)
FRU-5200-PSCS
Tx Termination (optional)
FRU-5200-WR75
Spare Parts Kit
FRU-5200-HW
NOTE: If you ordered additional spares, they will not appear on the list above.
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What is the GLOBETrekker?...................................................................................... 28
What is the GLOBETrekker Designed to Do?............................................................ 29
Identifying Basic Elements of the GLOBETrekker ..................................................... 30
How Does the GLOBETrekker Work?........................................................................ 33
Antenna Parameters .................................................................................................. 36
Power Configuration Options for the Assemblies....................................................... 40
Baseband Connections .............................................................................................. 40
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