Q6C-5200-KUAA-IDGLOBETREKKER KU-BAND SATELLITE TERMINAL

Norsat International Inc.

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Application Details

Equipment Class: TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter
Date of Grant: Oct 02, 2006
Application Purpose: Original Equipment
Date of Application: Sep 28, 2006
Equipment Note: GLOBETREKKER KU-BAND SATELLITE TERMINAL
Frequency Range: 14000.00000000 - 14500.00000000
Company: Norsat International Inc.
Country: Canada

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NOTICE: Norsat International Inc. ("Norsat") assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this publication. Norsat reserves the right to change this publication at any time, without notice. NORSAT GLOBETrekker – User Manual. Copyright © 2006. Norsat International Inc. All rights reserved. All materials contained in this user guide are the property of Norsat International Inc. except as noted here below: iDirect iNFINITI excerpts reproduced throughout this User Guide and any references to iDirect iNFINITI are the exclusive property of iDirect Technologies. The excerpts appeared in the September 2005 release of an iDirect publication, entitled iDirect iNFINITI series Installation Quick Reference Guide. All materials in this user guide are protected by United States and international copyright laws. The compilation of all content in this user guide is the exclusive property of Norsat. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute or republish materials contained in this manual without our prior written permission. You may not alter or remove any trademark, copyright or other notice from copies of content. Should we grant you permission to reproduce any portion of this manual, Norsat reserves all rights in and title to all material so reproduced. All trademarks, service marks, trade names, trade dress and logos appearing on the site are the property of their respective owners, including in some instances Norsat. 300 – 4401 Still Creek Drive | Burnaby | British Columbia | Canada V5C 6G4 [email protected] | Tel: +1.604.292.9126 | Toll Free: +1.877.611.0900 www.norsat.com Printed in Canada 3 Chapters Preface 7 Purpose and Scope of the User Guide..................................................................................8 Audience................................................................................................................................8 Revision History.....................................................................................................................8 Radio Frequency Exposure 9 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 1 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 2 Getting Started 17 Boxes Delivered...................................................................................................................18 What is Inside?.....................................................................................................................19 Contents by Backpack.........................................................................................................20 Parts and Assemblies Checklist...........................................................................................26 3 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 4 Transporting the Backpack 43 Mounting the Backpack........................................................................................................44 Dismounting the Backpack................................................................................................... 48 Safety Tips:..........................................................................................................................50 5 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 6 Powering the GLOBETrekker 69 AC/DC Power S…

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26 What is the GLOBETrekker? The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ is the industry’s leading backpackable broadband satellite system. It features built-in intelligence to enable a user to establish a reliable broadband link (up to 4Mbps) – anywhere in the world especially in remote, harsh and hostile environments. The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ represents the next generation of portable satellite systems. It is fully automated with both non-technical and ‘power users’ in mind. The GLOBETrekker comes equipped with a software application called LinkControl. LinkControl enables a user to configure and operate the terminal through an innovative user interface. The LinkControl software application has been designed such that the more advanced functions, such as commissioning (chapter 8); are performed by a Systems Administrator (such as an IT Manager or Life Cycle/Sustainment Manager). The regular operation of the GLOBETrekker terminal are accessible to all users in field mode. The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ is the intelligent choice. Unlike other packages, it is a highly integrated, complete system which includes a segmented carbon fiber antenna, motorized feed assembly, LNB, BUC, motorized azimuth/elevation superstructure, built- in inclinometer, compass, GPS and baseband unit with a modem, spectrum analyzer, SBC, DVB-S receiver, Ethernet switch, DC-DC converter, shock-protected chassis and jacket, and system control software with graphical user interface. The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ is a fully functional, ultra-portable satellite system that is airline checkable within the new, more stringent "Free Baggage" allowance requirements. 27 What is the GLOBETrekker Designed to Do? The Norsat® Ultra-Portable Man-pack able Satellite Terminal, GLOBETrekker™, is designed for two-way IP data communication, from remote locations anywhere in the world, over geostationary satellites. The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ was designed from the inside out to be compact, ultra-portable and tough. The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ is the industry’s first backpackable broadband satellite system setting new standards in portability. This attractive design cleverly addresses the need for a lightweight, rugged and ergonomically friendly system. The Norsat® GLOBETrekker™ is designed to be transported and operated in even the most challenging environments. It is the only broadbandcapable satellite system which has been designed specifically to be parachute- and helicopter-friendly. 28 Identifying Basic Elements of the GLOBETrekker Figure 8 Side View of Assembled GLOBETrekker 29 Figure 9 Rear View of Assembled GLOBETrekker Backplate 30 Figure 10 Top View of GLOBETrekker Baseband Unit 31 How Does the GLOBETrekker Work? The GLOBETrekker system diagram can be reviewed in Figure 11 GLOBETrekker Block Diagram. The GLOBETrekker consists of the Baseband Assembly, Motorized Azimuth/Elevation Assembly, Antenna/RF Assembly, and a AC-DC power supply. Subcomponents of these assemblies are identified below. Details of each of these subcomponents have been included in this chapter under relevant subsections. Baseband Assembly The Baseband Assembly combines the following: • Baseband unit with: • iDirect iConnex iNFINITI Modem • Single Board Computer 1 (900MHz) with Microsoft ® XP Embedded Operating System and Norsat LinkControl application software • 5-port Ethernet Switch • DVB-S Receiver • Spectrum Analyzer • DC-DC Converter • GPS Receiver • Custom Frame with Foldable Legs • Protective Jacket Motorized Azimuth/Elevation Assembly The Azimuth/Elevation (Az/El) assembly houses the following components: • Elevation Azimuth (Az) Unit • Azimuth Main and Rotational Plate with Feedback Components • Motor Control Board (inside) • Azimuth Motor (including gear box) • Azimuth Motor Manual Override 1 Single Board Computer = SBC. A single-board computer is a complete computer built on a single circuit board. The design is always centered around a microprocessor. 32 Antenna/RF Unit The RF/Antenna unit includes the following components: • 1m segmented (6) carbon fiber antenna reflector • Quick-connect BUC/SSPA assembly • Inclinometer • Lower boom arm segment (with transmit fixed waveguide and Harmonic filter) • Upper boom arm and feed assembly (includes Transmit fixed waveguide and Receive Reject filter, and motorized cross-pol compensated feed/OMT/Transmit Reject filter assembly) • LNB quick-connect assembly set (3) • Transmit flexible waveguide • Compass/GPS antenna unit Transmit Path The transmit side of the uplink chain starts at the Baseband unit with the modem output IF frequency in the L-band range of 950 – 1700 MHz. The exact output frequency is selected by the modem and is a function of the final carrier frequency at the antenna output. The frequency conversion is achieved by the block upconverter (BUC), which shifts the L-band output frequency of the modulator to a desired higher (Ku-band) frequency. The BUC is paired with a Solid State Power Amplifier (SSPA). All BUC/SSPA options (4W, 8W, 12W, 15W and 20W) are hermetically sealed and are mounted to the back of the reflector. More powerful BUC/SSPA options (25W or 40W) can also be supplied as needed (not integrated). The output of the BUC/SSPA is fed to the Harmonic (HRF) and Receive Reject Filter (RRF) filters. Harmonic reject filters attenuate all harmonics produced in the BUC/SSPA due to its nonlinearities. Similarly, RRF filters provide attenuation outside the desired transmitter band; specifically receive frequency range from 10.95 GHz to 12.75 GHz, preventing Receive performance degradation due to the injection of noise from the transmit to receive path. Finally, through a flexible waveguide the transmitter signal is applied to the antenna feed through an Orthogonal Mode Transducer (OMT) which isolates the outbound signal from the receive signal. The feed horn feeds energy into the antenna. The directivity of the feed horn is added to that of the antenna resulting in a pattern that is a narrow and concentrated beam. 33 …

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53 3 Once the leg is released, swing the leg out to unfold it. 4 Unscrew the feet to remove them from the baseband unit. Note: There are two feet (two by each leg), stored per side. 5 Screw the feet onto each end of the legs with the flat side towards the ground. 6 Screw feet onto the back of the baseband. 54 7 Unfold the supporting arm by unscrewing it. 8 Slide the supporting arm handle into hole on leg. 9 Tighten the thumb screw. Note: Repeat steps 2 to 9 for the second leg. 10 For rapid foot height adjustments, push the locking button in, (located at the end of the leg), and make your adjustment. 11 For fine adjustments in leveling the unit, turn the handle. Note: The rear legs are also adjustable by turning the legs that hold the feet. 55 Level the Baseband Unit Look at the Spirit Level (on top of baseband towards the back) to ensure the unit is leveled. The two longest cables should be laid towards the front (extended “long” legs are towards the front) of the baseband unit. The three shorter cables should be laid towards the back of the baseband unit. Assembling the Main Antenna Unit 1 From the other backpack, unpack the main antenna unit which houses the transmitter and elevation assembly. 2 Flip the supporting legs, at both ends of the main antenna unit, down and insert the right and left legs of the back plate guide pins into the corresponding holes on the azimuth plate on the baseband unit. 3 Guide pins should fit into guide holes on the azimuth plate. Hint: If you are having difficulty fitting the guide pins, gently maneuver the main antenna unit from side to side for easy fit. 56 4 Secure the left and right back plate supports using thumb screws. 5 Thread the elevation rod (clockwise) into the elevation top axle assembly. Hint: You can thread using either the rod or the black plastic manual adjust wheel at the base of the elevation rod. Note: Two inches should be exposed from the top of the elevation top axle assembly. 6 Insert the elevation assembly unit into the azimuth plate. Note: The rounded side of the elevation assembly support should point towards the center of the azimuth plate as shown. 57 7 Secure the elevation assembly unit with the thumb screws. Assembling the Main Antenna Segments The next section outlines the assembly of the remaining five main antenna segments to the main antenna unit. The antenna segments can be found in the backpacks labeled and numbered in the order they are meant to be attached. Segments are numbered in the sequence in which they should be assembled as follows: • Segment 2: attaches to the bottom left of the main antenna unit • Segment 3: attaches to the bottom right of the main antenna unit • Segment 4: attaches to the top center of the main antenna unit • Segment 5: attaches to the top left of the main antenna unit • Segment 6: attaches to the top right of the main antenna unit Illustrations and instructions on how to attach each of the five main antenna segments are described on the following pages. Hint: The segments should be loosely attached at first so that all segments can be fitted. Once all fitted, all the segment’s butterfly screws can be tightened (but not over tightened). 58 Antenna Segment 2 1 Using the butterfly latches, loosely attach Segment 2 to the bottom left of the main antenna unit. Note: Center the butterfly latch and then screw it in. Antenna Segment 3 2 Loosely attach Segment 3 to the bottom right of the main antenna unit. Antenna Segment 4 3 Loosely attach Segment 4 to the top center. 59 Antenna Segment 5 4 Loosely attach Segment 5 to the top left. Antenna Segment 6 5 Loosely attach Segment 6 to the top right. 6 Tighten all the latches on each of the segments. You have successfully completed the assembly of the main antenna unit. The next section describes how to assemble the boom arm and feed assembly. Caution: DO NOT over tighten the butterfly latches as it may damage the antenna. 60 Assembling the Boom Arm and Feed Assembly 1 Insert the lower boom arm into the main antenna assembly. Hint: Use the pin-guide at the base of the lower boom arm to align it to the front of the antenna assembly. 2 Secure the boom arm by tightening ring. Note: The plastic cable clips on the underside of the boom arm should be facing the ground. 3 Insert the upper boom arm which includes the feed assembly. 4 Secure the boom arm using quick release latches. Hint: Engage both latches loosely and apply tension to both latches at the same time. 61 5 Remove the protective plastic covers from the feed assembly (a). 6 Rotate the polarization assembly so that it is pointing directly up (b). You will need to rotate it 180° from the stowed position. Note: Store the protective covers in the backpack. They will need to be reapplied upon disassembly. Understanding the Feed Assembly Figure 13 Front View of the Feed Assembly without Protective Covers a b Additional components can be attached to the feed assembly at three interfaces: INTERFACE 1: Receive (Rx) Output Connects to the Low Noise Block (LNB). Refer to the section titled “Attaching the Low Noise Block to the Feed Assembly” on page 62. INTERFACE 2: Transmit (Tx) Input Connects to an end of the flexible waveguide. Refer to the section titled “Connecting the Waveguide to the Feed Assembly” on page 63. INTERFACE 3: Transmit (Tx) Output Connects to the other end of the flexible waveguide. Refer to the section titled “Connecting the Waveguide to the Feed Assembly” on page 63. RF Terminator is also connected here during system testing and troubleshooting. 1 2 3 62 Attaching the Low Noise Block to the Feed Assembly 1 Select the LNB that is appropriate for the region of deployment: North America = 1000HA Europe = 1000HB Asia = 1000HC 2 Remove the protective cover from the LNB. Note: Store the protective plastic covers in the backpack. They will need to be reapplied upon disassembly. 3 Attach the LNB to the top region of the feed assembly using the thumb screws. For more information on the feed assembl…

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61 Connecting the Waveguide to the Feed Assembly 1 Remove the protective covers from each flange (or end) of the flexible waveguide. Note: Store the protective covers in the backpack. They will need to be reapplied upon disassembly. 2 Attach one end; does not matter which end you use; of the waveguide to the middle region of the feed assembly using the thumb screws. 3 Attach the other end of the flexible waveguide to the bottom region of the feed assembly using the thumb screws. 62 Selecting and Connecting the Cable to the LNB 1 Select the green color-coded cable with the male N connector as shown. 2 Attach the green color-coded cable with the male N connector to the female N output connector on the LNB. 3 Select the next cable towards the front of the baseband, with the size 12, 8-pin amphenol connector as shown. 63 4 Attach the cable with the 8 pin amphenol connector to under-side of the base of the feed assembly. 5 Stretch the cables from the feed assembly on the underside of the boom arm towards the main antenna assembly. Leave enough slack in the LNB cable to enable the LNB to rotate freely. 6 Clip the cables into place along the boom arm (underside). You have successfully completed the antenna assembly. 64 Attaching the GPS Antenna and Compass Unit 1 Attach GPS Antenna and Compass Unit to the mounting hardware on the top of antenna segment 4 (top middle). Note: Mounting hardware is shown in inlayed picture. 2 Select the attached cable with the 4 pin male amphenol connector and Subminiature (SMA) connector. 3 Connect cables to baseband unit. Hint: Align the notch on the larger amphenol connector when connecting it to the baseband unit. 4 Clip GPS antenna and Compass cable to back of main antenna segment. 65 Connecting the Cables to the Main Antenna Assembly 1 Select the 3 pin male amphenol connector (inclinometer cable). 2 Connect the 3 pin male amphenol connector to the baseband unit. 3 Select the 6 pin female amphenol connector (from baseband connecting to elevation assembly). 4 Connect the 6 pin female amphenol connector (from the baseband unit) to the elevation assembly. Hint: Align the notch on the amphenol cable when making the connection to the elevation assembly. 66 5 Select the 12 pin female amphenol connector (from baseband connecting to SSPA). 6 Connect the 12 pin female amphenol connector (from baseband unit) to the SSPA. 7 Select the 90° red color-coded male N connector. 8 Connect the 90° male N connector to the top of the BUC. Clip cable to main antenna segment. You have completed the set up of the terminal. 67 Powering the GLOBETrekker AC/DC Power Supply................................................................................................. 68 Connecting the AC/DC Power Supply........................................................................69 68 This chapter explains how to power up the GLOBETrekker terminal using a DC power supply, AC power supply or a battery pack. The GLOBETrekker requires a 24V DC power source. The GLOBETrekker comes with an AC/DC power supply (rugged black case). An optional battery power pack is also available. AC/DC Power Supply Types of Power Available for the GLOBETrekker: Mains Battery Pack Vehicle (2 types available) 69 Connecting the AC/DC Power Supply The power supply cables consist of the following types of connectors: DC Cable: Four pin female connector (Connects to GLOBETrekker) Five pin male connector (Connects to AC/DC power supply) AC Cable: Three pin female connector (Connects to AC/DC power supply) Three prong AC connector (Connects to AC power source) Note: The cable connectors identified above are typically used in North America. International versions of these cables will have standard UK or European connectors. 70 Attaching the Power Supply To attach the cables to the power supply, perform the following steps: 1 Attach the three pin female connector (AC cable) to the three pin male connector on the power supply. 2 Attach the five pin male connector (DC cable) to the five pin female connector on the power supply. 3 Attach the four pin female connector (DC cable) to the four pin male connector on the baseband unit front panel. 4 Once you have made all of your connections, plug the three prong AC connector into an AC power source. Note: Make sure that the baseband power switch is in OFF position. You can skip to the next chapter. 71 Attaching Peripheral Equipment Attaching the Laptop.................................................................................................. 73 Attaching a Laptop Using Remote Desktop Application............................................73 72 This chapter describes how peripheral equipment may be attached to the GLOBETrekker terminal. For ultimate flexibility the GLOBETrekker is equipped with five connectors for peripheral equipment. Figure 16 below shows the locations of the two Ethernet connectors, one USB connector and one RS-232 Connector. The Ethernet connectors can be used to connect a wireless router, laptop, camera, or similar peripheral equipment. The USB connector can be used to connect USB compatible speakers, a mouse, a keyboard, a memory stick or a USB hub. The RS-232 connector is mainly used for testing and maintenance purposes. The Monitor connector is used to connect an optional control unit for use in controlling the GLOBETrekker. Figure 14 Peripheral Connections 73 Attaching the Laptop Attach the laptop to the back panel of the baseband unit. NOTE: The laptop should be powered up right after the GLOBETrekker is powered up. Attaching a Laptop Using Remote Desktop Application 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the laptop. 2 Connect other end of the Ethernet cable to one of the Ethernet connectors; Ethernet 1 or Ethernet 2; on the GLOBETrekker. 3 Power up the GLOBETrekker and then power up the laptop. 4 Run the Remote Desktop application. On your laptop, running Windows XP, select Start-> All Programs -> Communications -> Remote Desktop Connection. Hint: Create a …

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Contact Information

Applicant

Len Ganetsky(Director, Manufacturing)

[email protected]604-292-9069

Test Firm

Protocol LabsRobert Stirling

[email protected]604-607-012Fax: 604-607-0019

Technical Specifications

#	Rule Parts	Frequency Range	Power Output	Emission	Tolerance
1	25	14.00 GHz - 14.50 GHz	15 W	5M10D2D	0.0010000000 %

Confidentiality

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Grant Notes

Power listed is conducted. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 3m from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. A label, as described in this filing, must be displayed on the device to direct users to specific training information for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Before equipment operation, additional certification by FCC International Bureau at time of licensing is required, which may be subject to further service-rule and RF exposure compliance info review or requirements.