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Installation and user manual
ANT1500
Date: 01/08/2016 NM_ANT1500_001_01082016_EN
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CONTENTS
1. ANT SR 1500 for receiving satellite TV in mobile applications ….3
1.1. Safety instruction for mounting and usage………………………………………..4
1.2. Compatibility of Set Top Box (STB)………………………………………………….…4
1.3. Signal Reception…………………………………………………………………………….…...5
1.4. System description………………………………………………………………………….…..5
1.5. Power requirements…………………………………………………………………………..…6
1.6. Antenna Components………………………………………………………………………..…6
1.6.1. Exterior antenna unit – ODU……………………………………………..………..…9
1.6.2. Interior antenna unit – IDU………………………………..…….……………….…10
1.6.3. ANT1500 - DP package contents………………………………….……………. 10
1.6.4. ANT1500 – SP package contents………………………………….…….……...11
1.7. Unpacking, Inspection and installation planning………………….……..……11
1.8. ANT1500- main parametres………………………………………………….………..…12
1.9. Dimensions…………………………………………………………………………….……….….12
2. Installing the antenna………………………………………………………………………….12

2.1. Tools required…………………………………………………………………………..…..13
2.2. Installation of Roof rack on Vehicle Roof………………………………………13
2.3. Selecting the Location on the Rooftop…….……………….………………....14
2.4. Assembly order of Antenna´s Bracket………………………………………..14
2.5. Installation of Antenna on Bracket…………………………………………….….21
2.5.1. Antenna Bracket………………………………………………….………………..21
2.5.2. Antenna Installation Kit- package content………….…………..…..22
2.5.2.1. Package AKT1000000 for ANT1500 – SP ……….………………...22
2.5.2.2. Package AKT1000000 for ANT1500 – DP…………….…………….22
2.5.2.3. Antenna Installation Kit AKT0000048 …………………………….. 23
2.5.2.4. Optional equipment for Antenna……………………….………….……24
2.6. Antenna Installation on Brackets………………………………….…………..…24
2.7. Installation on a Double Decker Bus…………………………….………….….26
2.8. Installation of IDU and DVB-S / DVB-S2 receiver………….………….27
2.9. Components connecting…………………………………………………………..….28
2.9.1. Sample of connecting ANT1500 - DP (Dual Pol)………………………...28
2.9.2. Sample of connecting ANT1500 – SP (Single pol) …………………..…31
2.10. Output configuration – polarization and Ku band……………………....31
2.10.1. Output signal ANT1500 – SP…………………………………………..…31
2.10.2. Output signal ANT1500 – DP……………………………………….……32
2.11. Power source of system ……………………………………………..…..32
2.12. Antenna´s cable routing………………………………………………..…34
3. IDU Configuration and Set up of Antenna´s Parameters…….…………34

3.1 Configuration of IDU unit………………………………………………..……………..34
3.2.1. Configuring the ANT1500 with the IDU Web interface……………...35
3.2.1.1. Antenna error status…………………………………………………..…….47
3.2.2. Configuring the ANT1500 with IDU display…………………………..……48
4. Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………………54
5. Acronyms and Abbreviations…………………………………………….……………….55
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1. ANT1500 for receiving satellite TV in vehicles in motion
Safety
This antenna is one-way receive only and does not emit radiation.
Warnings
DO NOT INSTALL AN ACTIVE MONITOR IN RANGE OF THE VEHICLE’S DRIVER TO
AVOID DISTRACTION WHILE IN MOTION.
This product is designed for entertainment of the passengers in the vehicle. Please check
the local regulations concerning the installation of televisions into the motor vehicles. Some
countries may have prohibition of the television installation in the motor vehicles, others
restrict the placement of the monitors.
Do NOT watch television while driving!
Do not open or remove the cover of the receiver, antenna or IDU unit to avoid exposure of
dangerous voltage.
The ANT1500 system is specifically designed for use as it comes, shipped with housings and
unit covers intact.
Any attempt to modify or to retrofit this product or its components will void the
warranty and may be hazardous.
Consumers should not attempt repairs to any components in the system! There are no
user accessible parts.
Only qualified and authorized service personnel should repair damaged or non-operational
equipment.
Repairs to any component of the antenna should be performed only by the company
MOLPIR, or by the technicians authorized by this company. Evidence of unauthorized repairs
or tampering will void the warranty. To avoid fire or electrical shock by the receiver, indoor
unit, or other components, do not expose them to rain or moisture (this does not include
the weatherproof antenna). The IDU unit and receiver’s ventilation openings must not be
tampered, covered or obstructed.
Make sure that the power to antenna is ALWAYS disconnected from the power source
BEFORE connecting or removing any cables from the IDU.
Most television, audio and video programming is protected by copyright and other
laws. Recording or rebroadcasting of paid or other public display may violate such
laws and result in civil and/or criminal penalties.
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Consumer is responsible for subscribing to a satellite broadcast service and for all
subscription costs. Unauthorized decoding of broadcast signals may violate
applicable laws and result in civil and/or criminal penalties. Consumer is also
responsible for receiving and maintaining any and all product approvals required
under applicable laws and regulations.
We tried to make this manual user friendly and helpful. It is important that only qualified
technicians install the product.
This manual is subject to change without notice.
ANT1500 is innovative antenna system that provides live satellite TV to a vehicle, while in
motion. This manual provides basic instructions on how to install the antenna and its basic settings.
Before the installation of the antenna on the vehicle, please mark here the serial number
and product code in case of the warranty claim or consulting the solution of the possible
problems:
Antenna (ODU)
Serial number #
Component number #
Component number and serial numer are placed on the bottom part of the antenna
Internal unit (IDU)
Serial number #
Component number #
Component number and serial number are placed on the bottom part of the IDU unit
1.1. Installation and safety instructions for the user
Before the installation or operation of the antenna system ANT1500 please read
carefully this manual. Following the instructions is important in order to ensure safe
and proper installation and setting of the system.
Please temporarily keep the shipping cardboard and packing material of the antenna in
case, that it will be necessary to return the system for the maintenance or repair, at
least for as long as the product is under warranty. It will facilitate you any future
packaging for transport.
Follow all instructions and warnings and pay attention to warning messages in this
manual.
In case of the use of satellite broadcasting services directly to the customer (Direct
Broadcast Satelite - DBS) or using paid services, must be this services activated before
starting the installation of ANT1500.
Components for installation of antenna ANT1500 supplied in your kit will be suitable for
almost any roof rack design. However, some of the vehicles with bigger support tubes
may not be compatible with the provided installation kit
In order to avoid harmful interference, install the antenna as far as possible, from any
other radio / 3G / 4G antenna on the vehicle.
To avoid injury, the antenna must be always handled by two people when moving or
lifting.
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Thoroughly inspect the roof rack of a vehicle, to ensure, that it can withstand the
dynamic load of antenna with 32 kg. Before assembly inspect, that the roof rack is in
good condition. For adjusting and fixing the mounting brackets seek the assistance of
technicians to keep safety and safe operation of the vehicle.
When the antenna ANT1500 is properly mounted, it increases vehicle height by at least
26.5cm above the roof of the vehicle. This includes a minimum 2.5cm gap between
atenna and roof of the vehicle necessary for air circulation, plus the height of the
antenna itself 24cm. Be aware of the new vehicle height with the antenna mounted
above the roof rack. Be careful when driving through underpasses, when underground
parking and other areas of the reduced underpass.
1.2. Set Top Box Compatibility (STB)

Some STB are more sensitive than the others and may cause a degradation in performance
during marginal conditions, such as heavy rain, heavy snow and also when it is partially
blocked the view to the satellite („Line of sight“ (LOS)). STB model should be selected to
ensure the compatibility of the selected SAT receiver with antenna. To achieve the best
quality picture it is appropriate to consult with the technical support from MOLPIR the type,
model STB, as well as initial setting of STB and IDU unit of the antenna itself.
1.3.Reception of mobile satellite TV
Antenna ANT1500 is designed to receive satellite television via the Direct Broadcast
Satellite (DBS) satellites, located 35,000 km in space. This system requires a clear view to
the skies above the equator to maximize the signal reception. Other factors, such as
satellite coverage area, elevation angle, and weather also contribute to the signal quality.
Satellite coverage
You must be located within the satellite’s coverage area for proper reception. As you begin
to travel outside of this coverage area, the signal becomes weaker.
Line Of Sight (LOS) interruption

The SR1500 antenna needs a clear line of sight (LOS) or view to the satellite for
uninterrupted reception. Objects such as buildings, mountains, bridges, tunnels and trees
that block this view will cause a loss of signal. The signal will, however, be quickly restored
once the antenna has a clear LOS again.
Line of Sight – The system ANT1500 needs to have a clear line of sight (LOS) - line of
sight (LOS) to the southern sky , in order to receive the satellite signal. Placing the antenna
too close to other equipment on the roof, such as A/C units, may interfere with the signal
reception. Use the chart below to determine the minimum distance needed between the
antenna and the the potential LOS blockage.
Blockage height (mm) Minimum distance (mm)

200 560
250 710
300 840
350 990
400 1120
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If the vehicle is parked, rain, morning dew, or snow in winter may accumulate on the
antenna. This may cause interference to satellite signal. When the vehicle is in motion
any standing water should be drain down the antenna and interference should cease.
Clean the antenna cover with a clean soft cloth if necessary. Some anti-water products
are intended, to prevent the accumulation of water, snow and dew on the cover of the
antenna. If you will use them, you will avoid these conditions.
1.4.System overview
Antenna ANT1500 provides live satellite TV in a vehicle while in motion as well as while
being stationary. Antenna is suitable for installation on any vehicle. It includes the actual
roof antenna (ODU), antenna control unit (IDU), necessary cables and installation material.
Antenna is designed, determined and robust enough for operation on the roof of the vehicle
for.
Antenna ANT1500 is available in two versions:

Uni Pol/Single polarization - (one cable connection) antenna has one output and
thus provides output signal only in one polarization (HORIZONTAL or VERTICAL) and
that either in Low or High band
Dual Pol antenna has three outputs and thus provides output signal in HORIZONTAL
and VERTICAL polarization and in Low as well as High band.
According to the selected version will result from antenna into the vehicle interior 1, 2
or 3 coaxial cables.
IMPORTANT: ANT1500 Outputs, which are not in use, must be blinded by TNC-BLEND
(optional equipment of Antenna).
1.5. Power supply requirement

Electrical consumption of the components of antenna ANT1500 is described in detail
below.
Standard energy consumption is important for the general dimensioning of the power
system of the vehicle.
Maximum power consumption is determined according extreme conditions, where the
antenna uses full power of the DC engine to rotate the platform of antenna and also
running of the stepper engine tilt of active panel of the antenna.
It is necessary, that the total power consumption before planning antenna took into
account another consuption for peripherals . Actual installation should be made by
those skilled in the art.
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In the case of DC/AC converter for accessories of SAT TV system (e.g. set top box with
power supply 230V AC) it necessary to use converter with real sine wave, to avoid
possible damage of the connected devices and possible interference of the TV signal.
Chart 1: Electricity consumption of the particular components
Consumption
Component
Standard Maximum
Antenna 50W 110W
IDU 8W 20W
STB, standard 10W 25W
1.6. Antenna components

Antenna ANT1500 is antenna for receiving of the SAT TV signal in the whole Ku band
with automatic tracking of the selected satellite.
Version of Uni Pol antenna provides optionally receiving of the SAT TV signal
in HORIZONTAL or VERTICAL polarization and that either in LOW or HIGH band.
Version of Dual Pol antenna provides simultaneously HORIZONTAL and VERTICAL signal
of SAT TV in the selected band (LOW/HIGH) and at the same time signal of the opposite
polarization in the complementary range.
At the appropriate output connectors are following signals (band/polarization):
CTR HB LB
L
LV HH LH if is on CTRL LV then it is on HB HH and on LB LH
LH HV LV if is on CTRL LH then it is on HB HV and on LB LV
HV HH LH if is on HV then it is on
CTRL HH and on
HB LB LH
HH HV LV if is on CTRL HH then it is on HB HV and on LB LV
Dual Pol version provides simultaneously the signals on three output connectors.
1.6.1 Exterior unit of Antenna – ODU

ODU unit of Antenna ANT1500 provides mechanics, electronics and
even its connection a waterproof cover against the weather (outer
plastc cover). Mounting of the antenna is expected to be on a vehicle
rack. Antenna is connected with one, two or three coaxial cables (according the versions of
the antenna) to the devices installed in the interior of the vehicle.
ODU unit includes following key components:

Rotating platform, that includes:
o Mechanism of the antenna platform rotation
o Receiving antenna panel (Phased Array Antenna)
o Mechanism for tilting of the receiving antenna panel
o Control unit
o Polarization antenna
o GPS, motion sensor and main CPU unit with integrated RSSI tuner
Rotating antenna connector (central connector)
Radio frequency transparent cover resistant to weather conditions Antenna base
Antanna base (static platform)
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Main antenna components are displayed on the picture below:
4.Receiving
panel 5.Rotating
3.Two-axis
2.Azimuth gyroscope platform
engine/
rotation 6.Static
platform
1.Control of
azimuth
engine
7.LNB
and Rx Pol
Control
14.CPU
8.Elevation
engine/
13.RSSI tilting
tuner
12.GPS
11.Static 10.Rotary
dual BDC Box connector 9.Connector
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Chart 2: Antenna components

Component Description
Control of the azimuth
1 Control unit of the azimuth engine
engine
2 Azimuth engine (rotation) Rotation engine of antenna with geared belt
Block of the gyroscope and inclinometer ensures directioning of the antenna
Two axis gyroscope
3 panel to the selected satellite and during the breakdown of the reception
of the satellite signal.
Reception panel „Phased Array“ consist of multi-layer structures with low
Reception panel of the
4 signal loss. Has orthogonal configuration for reception
antenna
in HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL signal polarization.
It contains all of the antenna and is connected to the static platform through
5 Rotating platform
the central bearing coaxial cable connector.
Base of the whole antenna, which carries the rotating part of the antenna,
6 Static platform upper cover and terminal box of the connector and four installation fixing
consoles.
7 LNB and Rx Pol Control LNB converter – changes frequency of the received signal to IF band
Engine of the setting the tilting of receiving panel of antenna with geared
8 Elevation engine/tilting
belt.
Coaxial TNC connectors with external thread:
9 Connectors
ANT1500 Dual Pol – has 3 TNC connectors
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- CTRL – power supply of the antenna 30V DC, control signals and primary
TV signal
- High band – TV signal in High band and in opposite polarization as
primary TV signal
- Low band – TV signal in low band and in opposite polarization as primary
TV signal
On CTRL connector is connected IDU unit, that determines (manages) what

signal will be on CTRL output. It may be H or V polarization and low or high
band.
Outputs Low band (LB) and High band (HB) have always opposite
polarization, as it is selected on Ctrl output. For more details please see the
configuration of the polarization on the page 36.
LB
HB
CTRL
or
ANT1500 Uni Pol – has only one TNC connector
- CTRL – power supply of the antenna 30V DC, control signals and primary
TV signal
Rotary connector ensures the transmission of VF signal from rotating

platform to the base of the antenna and the transmission of the power
10 Rotary connector supply from the base of the antenna for electronical components and
stepper motor of the elevation placed on the rotating platform and the
transmission of the control signals.
(only Dual Pol version of the antenna)
11 Static dual BDC Box Device, that uses MMIC technology to distribute the output signal of the
antenna on the particular output ports.
Specifies the geografic position of the antenna. The angle of inclination of
12 GPS
the antenna panel (elevation angle) is calculated from the GPS data.
Satellite DVB tuner with RSSI detector level of the received signal, that is
13 RSSI Tuner
used to track selected satellite in the sky during motion.
14 CPU Automatically controls the antenna as a whole
(not shown) the upper cover of the antenna is made off a radio transparent
plastic material, which provides sufficient protection from weather and
15 Cover mechanical damage of the antenna panel and all components on the
rotating platform. Is connected to the static platform and provides
additional stiffness of the whole structure of the antenna.
1.6.2. Interior unit of Antenna – IDU

Interior control unit (IDU) – control of the antenna (code: AMR-IDU-M003)
Interior unit(IDU) supplies the antenna and gives commands (selection of
satellite, polarization, bandwidth, ...). This device enables the selection of
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satellite, from which will be received the signal. IDU is further connected to satellite receiver
(STB) in interior of the vehicle.
1.6.3. Package content ANT1500 - DP

Satellite antenna for mobile application 10,70-12,75GHz; 24cm; dual polarization
Pos.1 Pos.2 Name Code pc

1 Satellite antenna 1
2 IDU Basic M003 AMR-IDU-M003 1
3 Set of cabling for antenna with dual polarization AKT2000289 1
4 Cable of satellite antenna RG58 with TNC connectors - 12m CBM1000010 1
5 Cable of the satellite antenna RG59 with TNC/F connector-12m CB101738 2
6 Power supply cabling of the satellite antenna 2x12AWG - 6m CBM0000165 1
7 Cable of the satellite antenna RG59 with F connectors – 1m CBM0000021 1
8 Automotive blade fuse 15A Mini 3WA02515A 1
9 Installation kit of the IDU unit COT1000000 1
10 Bracket of the IDU unit 2
11 Screw M3x7,5mm 4
12 Spring washer D3mm 4
13 Installation kit of the antenna AKT0000048 1
14 Rubber antenna washer MPP0000027 8
15 Bottom washer MMP1000197 4
16 Blanking plug MPP0000048 8
17 Washer spacer 18mm MPP0000111 4
18 Screw M6x40mm with conical head allen MFS0000100 8
19 Screw M5x45mm with cylinder head - allen MFS0000115 8
20 Allen key S4 CCS0000002 1
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1.6.4. Package content ANT1500 - SP
Satellite antenna for mobile application 10,70-12,75GHz; 24cm; single polarization
Pos.1 Pos.2 Name Code pc

1 Satellite antenna 1
2 IDU Basic M003 AMR-IDU-M003 1
3 Cable of satellite antenna RG58 with TNC conectors - 12m CBM1000010 1
4 Power supply cabling of the satellite antenna 2x12AWG - 6m CBM0000165 1
5 Cable of satellite antenna RG59 with F connectors – 1m CBM0000021 1
6 Automotive blade fuse 15A Mini 3WA02515A 1
7 Installation kit of the IDU unit COT1000000 1
8 Bracket of the IDU unit 2
9 Screw M3x7,5mm 4
10 Spring washer D3mm 4
11 Installation kit of the antenna AKT0000048 1
12 Rubber antenna washer MPP0000027 8
13 Bottom washer MMP1000197 4
14 Blanking plug MPP0000048 8
15 Washer spacer 18mm MPP0000111 4
16 Screw M6x40mm with conical head allen MFS0000100 8
17 Screw M5x45mm with cylinder head - allen MFS0000115 8
18 Allen key S4 CCS0000002 1
1.7. Unpacking, inspection and preparing of the installation

Before you will install the system, check the supplied equipment and examine its content
and completness after delivery.
Antenna system ANT1500 has several components. Check and make sure the completness
of the delivery of your system, before you start with the installation. Content of the basic
set is mentioned in the chart „Package content ANT1500“.
Check if the delivery is not damaged when receiving the goods:

Any damage of the transport packaging or components must be immediately after
delivery, no later than in three working days, documented with the pictures and
warranty claim has to bes end to the company MOLPIR.
Unpacking, inspection of the delivery of the antenna components as well as its assembly
perform in the interior.
Supplied goods store in approriate storage conditions, do not expose to humidity, rain,
snow, as well as excessive sunlight and high temperature
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1.8 ANT1500 main system parameters
Parameter Description
Mechanické
Antenna dimensions (ODU) 115 x 90 x 24 cm (length x width x height)
Antenna weight (ODU) 32 kg
IDU dimensons 18 x 23 x 7 cm (length x width x height)
IDU weight 1 kg
Electrical
Antenna G/T 10 ± 1 dB/K @ 30° elevation
Band frequency Ku, full band 10.7 – 12.75 GHz
Power supply 10 - 30V DC / 110 W
Average consumption 50W
Maximum consumption 110 W
Polarization
Dual-Pol version V/H or RHCP/LHCP simultaneously on 1,5GHz band, 3 simultaneous connections
Antenna performance
Elevation, angle range Set automatically in the range 10° ~ 80°
Azimuth, angle range Set automatically, continuos 360°

Max. speed of chaging
60°/second
azimuth
Polarzation, angle range Set automatically from -180° to +180°
Positioning of the satellite < 1 minute, fully automatic with integrated GPS
Re-determination of the
< 10 seconds (when LOS is blocked < 2 minutes), integrated gyro
satellite position
Satellite services
Frequency Whole Ku-band
Supports satellite from EIRP ≥50 dBW

Supports regional DTH / FTA
For example:
services
Middle East OSN, FTA channels on NileSat, BADR, Arabsat and others.
FTA on Astra&HotBird, Freesat, BSkyB, SKY IT, Canal+, NTV+, Digiturk and
Europe
others .
Latin America Dish-MX, Sky-BR, Claro, DTVLA and others.
Asia/Pacific Dish-TV, Airtel, Tata Sky DD, TrueVisions, Foxtel and others .
North America DISH® Network, Direct-TV, Bell-TV
Africa DSTV in selected regions, ZAP, Canal+
Electric interface
Dual-Pol version 3 x TNC, 50Ω connectors
Operating conditions
Temperature range -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to + 130°F)
Land speed of the vehicle Up to 350 km/h
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1.9 Main dimensions
Following figures shows the dimensions of the antenna ANT1500 (Dual Pol / Uni Pol).
Side view
Bottom view
2 Installing the Antenna on a vehicle roof

For selecting the location on the rooftop consider these guidelines:
Select flat surface
Do not place antenna close to mechanical blockage (A/C unit etc…) to not block
satellite view
Do not place antenna close to 3G/4G antennas to avoid electromagnetic
interferences
Determine where the antenna cables will enter into vehicle´s interior. This is
usually in the cab area or close to place, where the power source is located. When
placing the antenna on the roof, side of antenna with TNC connectors should be
facing the point of entry of cables into vehicle.
Connector position facing cable entry point to vehicle

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Roof preparation for mounting can be done by customer, using a kit of bracket
crossbars 0810284-xxx (xxx=width of rack in mm, optimal for this type of roof –
reccomended by MOLPIR). Distance of axes „D“ is 950mm – see Fig. on page 15
2.1 Accessories / tools necessary:

Permanent marker 1x
Latex gloves 10x
Accu-screw driver 1x
Iron drill Ø 3 mm 1x
Iron drill Ø 7 mm 1x
Sheet metal drill 1x
Screw driver Torx 30 1x
Locating plug (clench nut) Ø7mm 4x
Abrasive paper Nr.80 1x
Agent WD40 (or similar) 1x
Degreasing agent 1x
Polyuretan glue for glass 1x
Glue gun 1x
Screw 6x40mm (assistant) 2x
Masking tape 48mm (min) 1x
Cleaning rag
Paper rag
2.2 Installation of Roof rack on vehicles roof

1
2 3
4
Chart 3 – Material for installation of antenna on rooftop (*optional)
Pos. Item Code pcs

1 Satelite antenna; Single Polarisation; whole Ku band ANT1500-SP 1
1* Satelite antenna; Dual Polarisation; whole Ku band ANT1500-DP
2 Antenna bracket ANT1000 for Mercedes Setra 2010> 0810284-550 2
2* Antenna bracket ANT1000 for Neoplan CityLiner; Mercedes Sprinter 0810284-630
2* Antenna bracket ANT1000 for Mercedes Setra line 500 0810284-1300
3 Base plate of antenna bracket ANT1000 0810394-M 4
4 Screw M6x16 106BN6404M6x16 24
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2.3 Location of antenna on a vehicle´s roof
 Optional

Attachment points for bracket crossbars

„O“
„D“
950mm
Fig.6.3
Note: If necessary, it is possibile to place antenna

across to driving direction, but still is necessary to
keep facing of TNC connectors (coax cable output) to
the back of vehicle!
Driving direction
2.4 .Assembly order of antenna´s bracket

Choose suitable antenna bracket according vehicle type and roof construction (tab.2,
pos.2). Mark axe of roof „O“ in driving direction on expected place of antenna and
locate crossbars of bracket in axe distance „D“ of 950mm (according Fig. 6.3).
2.4.1 Use permanent marker to mark future location of feet of bracket (Fig. 6.4.1.).
Fig.6.4.1.
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2.4.2 To secure position of bracket to the roof, drill hole Ø 7 mm (drill Ø 3 mm first, if
necessary) through foot and insert locating pin (clench nut Ø 7). Then drill rest of
holes, into this way secured foot, see Fig. 6.4.2.
Fig 6.4.2.
2.4.3 To avoid a change of crossbars, mark on them driving direction and order of
crossbars (Fig. 6.4.3.).
Fig 6.4.3.
2.4.4 If there is no entrance hole into interior for cable on the roof, you have to make it.
Place antenna on crossbars and lead cable that way not to be broken and not to be
too long. Mark point, where coax cable will enter into interior. This point supposes
to be close to the TNC connector of antenna, but should allow to make smooth radius
of cable entering to interior. In this point drill hole Ø 3 mm and then hole with
gradual drill (Fig. 6.4.4.)
Fig 6.4.4.
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2.4.5 Scratch contacting surface of roof with antenna bracket using abrasive paper (Fig.
6.4.5.).
Fig. 6.4.5.
2.4.6 Clean mounting area using pressured air.
Fig. 6.4.6.
2.4.7 Clean contacting surface using degreasing agent. Clean also hole for cable entrance.
(Fig. 6.4.7.).
Fig 6.4.7.
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2.4.8 Using paper painters tape (wide min. 48mm) border contacting surface cca 10 mm
from marked edge. Also make border with tape around entrance cable hole. (Fig.
6.4.8.).
Fig 6.4.8.
2.4.9 Apply required quantity of glue on whole surface, which is bordered this way. (Fig.
6.4.9.).
Note: because of fastness of glue hardening, we recommend phased mounting of

brackets: finish first, then start second one.
Fig 6.4.9.
2.4.10 Place bracket to the glue and press vertically to the roof (Fig. 6.4.10.).
Fig 6.4.10.
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2.4.11 Put 2 additional screws M6 x 40 through holes in bracket´s foot from upside down
and tight them temporarily with bottom base 0810394-M (tab.2, pos.3) see Fig.
6.4.11.
Note: Use bottom base 0810394-M.

Before installing, prepare acces in
interior, to tight this base by screws
M6x40
Bottom base 0810394-M
Fig. 6.4.11.
2.4.12 Using screws M6 x 16mm (tab.1, pos.4) finally tight upper bracket foot with bottom
base 0810394-M (see Fig. 6.4.12.).
Fig. 6.4.12.
Use same method for second bracket crossbar.
2.4.13 Pass coax cable through hole in roof vehicle and tight cable to crossbar using
a wrapping stripe. Keep in mind adequate cable length to connect it with antenna
connector as mentioned in 2.4.4. (see Fig. 6.4.14.).
Fig. 6.4.14.
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2.4.14 Use glue to cover bracket´s foot from topside (Fig. 6.4.15.).
Note: because of fastness of glue hardening, we recommend phased covering of
brackets: finish first, then start second one.
Obr 6.4.15.
2.4.15 Make glazed cover of glue using latex glove and WD agent, Fig. 6.4.16.
Fig. 6.4.16.
Use same method to seal hole with cable.
2.4.16 Clear away all masking tapes, Fig. 6.4.18.
Fig. 6.4.18.
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2.4.17 Make a correction if necessary on glazed cover of glue using latex glove and
WD agent, Fig. 6.4.19.
Fig. 6.4.19.
2.4.18 Clean mounting area and cable hole from glue residues using suitable cleaning
agent.
Obr 5.4.19
Fig. 6.4.20.
2.4.19 Now the bracket installation and cable preparation is finished (Fig. 6.4.21.).
Fig. 6.4.21.
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2.5. Installing the antenna on a Bus roof
This section describes procedure, how to install antenna ANT1500 on roof vehicle with fixed
roof rack, coax cable installation (even 3 coax cables) from antenna on the roof to the IDU
unit, or to the splitting SAT TV receivers and connection of power supply of IDU unit.
2.5.1. Antenna clamp kit
7.2.1. Antenna clamp kit
Clamping system is designed to secure antenna ANT1500 to the bracket´s crossbars with
variable paddings (Fig. 7.2.1.). It will secure fixed base and can be used for different size
crossbars and uneven crossbar widths.
Authorised technician has to confirm suitable conditions for installing of bracket
on the roof and conditions for antenna installation before starting installation!
There are two sizes of distance pad MPP0000111 in package. Place distance pad between
bracket and antenna (standard height is 10mm). Alternative pad with height of 18mm is
a part of kit AKT0000048 for variant with higher location of antenna on crossbars (Fig.
7.2.2.).
7.2.2. Distance pad 10mm between upper metal base and antenna
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2.5.2 Contens of mounting kits
2.5.1.1. Additional pack–for antenna ANT1500-SP

Chart 4 – content of the additional pack AKT1000000
Code Item Fig pcs
Coax cable RG58 with TNC connectors

CBM1000010 (male / male); 12m long to connect 1
outdoor and IDU units
Coax cable RG59 with F connectors

CBM0000021 (male/male); 1m long to connect IDU unit 1
and SAT TV receiver
Power source cables of IDU unit

CBM0000165 1
2x12AWG; 6m
3WA02515A Blade fuse 15A Mini - blue 1
COT1000000 Mounting kit of interior IDU unit 1
2.5.2.2 For antenna ANT1500-DP there are

additional 2pcs of cable - coax cable RG58 with TNC /
F connectors (male / male); 12m long to connect
outdoor antenna unit with additional SAT TV receivers.
Note: coax cable RG58 are 12m long. If required, can

be 6m long, when IDU unit is closer to the antenna
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2.5.2.3 AKT0000048 – antenna installation kit (same for ANT1500-DP and ANT1500-SP)
Chart 5 – content of additional pack AKT0000048 – installation kit
Code Item Figure pcs
MPP0000048 Rubber plug 8
CCS0000002 Allen wrench Nr. 4 1
MMP1000197 Bottom metal washer 4
Screw M5x45mm with

MFS0000115 cylindric head - imbus - 8
stainless
Screw M6x40mm with

MFS0000100 conic head- allen - 8
stainless
4
MPP0000111 Distance pad 18mm
MPP0000027 Rubber pad 8
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2.5.2.4 Optional antenna accessories
Chart.6 – additional antenna equipment
Code Item Figure pcs
Bracket crossbar ANT1500;

Neoplan CityLiner; Mercedes
0810284-550 2
Sprinter
550 mm long

0810284-630 Mercedes Setra 2010> 2
630 mm long

0810284-1300 Mercedes Setra model 500 2
1300 mm long
FMS037-TV02 Receiver DVB-S 1
FMS037-TV03 Receiver DVB-S2 1
Blinding of not used output from

TNC-BLEND 1-2
antenna
Tab.5
Note: Bracket crossbars 0810284 with different length can be supplied upon request
2.6. Installation of Antenna on bracket

If you decide to install antenna on another type of bracket as recommended by MOLPIR
comp., please make sure, that bracket is secure and can carry antenna´s weight of 28 kg in
any driving condition.
2.6.1. During installation use antislippery pad on the vehicle´s roof, to prevent damage
of roof or painting of roof.
2. Place rubber pads on the metal bracket of antenna, Fig. 7.4.3.
7.4.3. Upper bracket with rubber pad
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2.6.2. Place antenna with rubber pads on the crossbars the way, that connectors TNC on
the bottom part of antenna will face to back side of vehicle, Fig. 7.6.4.
7.4.4 Location of antenna, facing of connectors
3. Make sure, that distance between roof of vehicle and bottom of antenna is
minimum 25mm.
2.6.3. Check, if all 4 clamps are in same level. Also, if rubber pads are set correctly and
are in good contact with crossbars. (Fig 7.4.6.).
Crossbar of bracket
7.4.6 Clamping of antenna to the roof rack
2.6.4. Insert the rubber pad MPP0000027 and lower bracket MMP1000197 from kit
AKT0000048. Access the stainless screws M6 through the holes on the top of the
antenna and use Allen wrench to tight it well, Fig. 7.4.7. Tight screws alternately, to
keep upper and lower metal bracket parallely. Take care not to damage screws. Make
sure, that rubber pad is placed properly between metal brackets.
7.4.7 Location of lower bracket under crossbar
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2.6.5. If all brackets are properly installed, place rubber plugs into mounting holes (Fig.
7.4.8).
7.4.8 Blinding of mounting holes on top cover of antenna
2.6.6. Possible installation with spoiler (Fig. 7.4.9)
7.4.9. Air flow with spoiler
Note: Spoiler is not a part of antenna accesories
2.7. Installation of Antenna on a Double Decker Bus

When mounting of antenna on the top of roof is not practical, then antenna can be mounted
inside or partly inside of bus roof.
The installation requires following considerations:
Most double decker bus roofs have three metal support bars lengthwise. In this
case a middle support bar segment must be removed.
When the roof is made of metallic sheet, a rooftop segment may need to be cut
(1,5m x 1,5m) and refilled by pro-RF material. A composite of honeycomb
core(piper or aramid) and fiberglass skin is recommended. A very thin sheet of
polycarbonate (less than 1,5mm) or polypropylene (less than 2mm) can also
be used. In each case, mechanical strength, impact resistance and cost
limitation may apply. A cut -out is not needed when the roof material is plastic
or fiberglass.
Indoor installation requires an under-roof mounting chasis installed under the
bus roof, which straddles the cut-out space. The antenna is installed on the
mounting chasis on custom crossbars or legs.
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7.4.10 Installation
inside of roof. Cut
out in roof
2.8
Installation of interior unit (IDU) and DVB-S / DVB-S2 receiver
This section describes procedure, how to correctly install interior unit (IDU) and DVB-S /
DVB-S2 receiver .
Location of IDU unit and DVB-S / DVB-S2 receiver
RF coax cable CBM1000010 (in case of antenna ANT1500-DP one or two cables CB101738) is
leading from antenna into interior unit (IDU) inside of vehicle. Plan the location of IDU and
SAT TV receiver (STB) on dry and protected area. We recommend to choose place away from
passengers reachness. They should be located on place with proper air ventilation, away from
heat source. Ensure that there is at least 5cm space around units for ventilation and cables
connection.
2.8.1. Mounting of IDU unit
Use kit COT1000000 to fix side holders on the IDU unit and use supplied screws to fix it with
interior of vehicle. (Fig. 7.6.1).
7.6.1. Mounting of IDU unit
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2.9. Connecting the system components
This section describes how to connect single components of system ANT1500 in version
Dual Pol and Single Pol.
2.9.1. ANT1500-DP (Dual Pol)

2.9.1.1. Connection alternative Nr.1 (receiver FMS037-TV03 and 2 additional SAT TV
receivers- 2x STB)
Antanna ANT1500-DP
(ODU unit)
LB HB CTRL
IDU unit
STB 3
1b
STB 2 1
1c
STB 1 / FMS037-TV03
Chart 7 – type and meaning of the connectors ANT1500DP – variant no. 1
From Connector To Connector P/N of cable Purpose

Primary TV signal +
CBM1000010
TNC TNC power source of
1 Antenna CTRL IDU or
antenna + control
CBM0000003*
signals
CB101738
TNC F Type – STB TV signal in Low
1b Antenna LB STB 3 or
RF In band ***
CB101666*
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CB101738
TNC F Type – STB TV signal in High
1c Antenna HB STB 2 or
RF In band ***
CB101666*
TV signal in
F-type STB 1
2 IDU F-type plug-M CBM0000021 choosen band and
plug-M FMS037-TV03
polarisation
3 Accumulator IDU CBM0000165 12~24VDC
* cables are standard 12m long, optional can be 6m
** in case you not use TNC antenna output, is necessary to blind it with plug!
*** outputs LB and HB are always in opposite polarisation as choosen polarisation on CTRL output
2.9.1.2. Connection alternative Nr.2: one additional SAT TV receiver (1x STB3) and HB signal
leaded to second tuner of receiver FMS037-TV02 (or FMS037-TV03)
Antenna ANT1500-DP
(ODU unit)
LB HB CTRL
IDU unit
STB 3
1b
1
1c
STB 1 / FMS037-TV03
Chart 8 – type and meaning of connectors ANT1500DP – variant no. 2
From Connector To Connector Cable P/N Purpose

Primary TV signal +
CBM1000010
1 Antenna CTRL IDU Or
antenna + control
CBM0000003*
signals
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CB101738
RF In band ***
CB101666*
CB101738
TNC FMS037-TV02 or F Type – STB TV signal in High
1c Antenna HB or
FMS037-TV03 RF In band ***
CB101666*
TV signal in
F-type FMS037-TV02 or
2 IDU F-type plug-M CBM0000021 choosen band and
plug-M FMS037-TV03
polarisation
2.9.1.3. Connection alternative Nr.3 (3x STB)
Antenna ANT1500-DP
(ODU unit)
LB HB CTRL
IDU unit
STB 3
1b
1
STB 2
1c
STB 1
Chart 9 – type and meaning of connectors ANT1500DP – variant no. 3

Primary TV signal +
CBM1000010
1 Antenna CTRL IDU or
antenna + control
CBM0000003*
signals
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CB101738
RF In band ***
CB101666*
CB101738
TNC F Type – STB TV signal in High
1c Antenna HB STB 2 or
RF In band ***
CB101666*
TV signal in
F-type STB 1 F Type – STB
2 IDU CBM0000021 choosen band and
plug-M RF In
polarisation
2.9.2. ANT1500-SP (Uni pol)
Antenna ANT1500-SP
ODU unit
CTRL
IDU unit
STB 1 or FMS037-TV03
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Chart 10 – type and meaning of connectors ANT1500SP
CBM1000010 TV signal + power

TNC TNC
1 Antenna CTRL IDU or source of antenna
CBM0000003* + control signals
STB 1 or FMS037-
TV signal in
F-type TV02 or F Type – STB
2 IDU CBM0000021 choosen band and
plug-M FMS037-TV03 RF In
polarisation
* cables are standard 12m long, optional can be 6m long (see packing list)
2.10. Polarisation and Ku band configuration

2.10.1. Output signal of ANT1500-SP
Antenna in version Uni Pol has one TNC connector (marked CTRL), which connects
antenna to IDU unit. STB is connected through IDU unit by coax cable with F type
connectors. Polarisation configuration (Horizontal or Vertical) and requested band (Low
or High) is optional: or by fixed set up of IDU unit, or dynamically using STB, which
send control signals directly to antenna (in this case must be IDU unit set on AUTO for
selecting of band and polarisation).
2.10.2. Output signal of ANT1500-DP

Antenna ANT1500 in version DUAL Pol has 3 TNC connectors, which connects antenna
with IDU unit and even 3 STB (satelite receivers) following way:
CTRL port – connects IDU with STB 1 (primary STB)
HB port (High band) – connects STB 2 (second STB)
LB port (Low band) – connects STB 3 (third STB)
Static Dual BDC Box in antenna will automatically complete output signals to HB and LB
port of antenna according pol configuration on CTRL port.
User can set up CTRL output of antenna directly on IDU unit or through STB 1 to one from
following combinations:
Vertical High band - VH
Vertical Low band - VL
Horizontal High band - HH
Horizontal Low band - HL
On remaining antenna´s outputs (HB and LB ports) will be signals completed automatically:
If is CTRL set to vertical polarisation:
o HB port is configured to signal with Horizontal polarisation in High Band Horizontal –
HH
o LB port is configured to signal with Horizontal polarisation in Low Band Horizontal –
LH
If is CTRL set to horizontal polarisation:
o HB port is configured to signal with Vertical polarisation in High Band Vertical – HV
o LB port is configured to signal with Vertical polarisation in Low Band Vertical – LV
2.11. Power source of antenna system

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Provide installation and cable connection of antenna and STB (SAT TV
receivers) only with disconnected system from power supply.
Mentioned procedures are basic rules and do not cover all integration possibilities of
mobile satelite antenna ANT1500 to existing media systems of vehicle. Your application
can require different installation procedure and connecting, depending on accesories and
features of vehicle.
Connection of power source should be provided only by trained and experienced
technician, which has knowledge in electrical systems of specific vehicle.
IDU unit main switch
From antenna Output to STB Ethernet RJ45 port Power source

(CBM1000010) (SAT TV receiver) for connection to 12 / 24V DC
TNC / TNC (CBM0000021) service PC (CBM0000165)
F/F
7.9 Cable connection on rear side of IDU unit and main switch
Connect IDU unit of antenna ANT1500 according scheme. If you do not use original
supplied cables for IDU unit, use please optional designed electrical wires according
vehicles power voltage and suitable length. Use also suitable type of switch relay (12 /
24V version).
Fig. 35 electrical scheme of connectoring the system ANT1500
Electrical scheme of IDU unit connection

Contacts on switch relay:
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Chart 11 – position description and meaning of contact od the switching relay
Pin Nr. Connection
85 Ground
86 Power supply switch
87 Output voltage (to the appliance)
30 Permanent voltage
2.11.1. Locate a suitable ground, such as a bolt attached to the vehicle´s frame and
attach the negative (black) wire from IDU unit.
The power cable of IDU should NOT be connected at this time.
2.11.2. Locate a suitable power supply point 12V / 24V with wire at least 14AWG. This can be
typically found in fuse panel or under dashboard or steering column. Connect to this
point red wire of IDU power supply.
2.11.3. Do not connect more colored wires, these are usually used for airbag or another
safety system of vehicle. Call to customer support, if you are not sure.
2.11.4. Use digital multimeter to verify what voltage is in wire:
 For vehicles with 12V system:
o Minimum 10.8 V with vehicle´s key ON
o 0 V with engine start
o 10.8 – 14.1 V with engine running
 For vehicles with 24 system:
o Minimum 21.6 V with vehicle´s key ON
o 0 V with engine start
o 21.6 – 28.2 V with engine running
This will confirm, that you located suitable wire for power supply.
2.11.5. Ensure, that main switch of IDU unit is in OFF position and connect power supply
connector to IDU unit.
2.11.6. Switch ON vehicle´s key and also switch ON main switch of IDU unit. Switch
will shine red and antenna start to move – start to search requred satelite.
2.12. Mounting of antenna´s cables

2.12.1. You can lead coax cables of antenna through an existing point of entry from roof to
interior or use entry made byself, well waterproof sealed (see chapt 2.4.4. and
2.4.13.).
2.12.2. Lead cable carefully, mainly in turns, where is necessary to keep minimum radius r=
5x outside diameter of cable.
2.12.3. Aware to make „tight loop“ on cable leading, which can cause cable damage and
cause receiving of lower quality signal of SAT TV.
2.12.4. Fasten cable to the bracket crossbar using tighting stripes or selfadhesive cable
stripes. (Fig. 7.10.4.).
7.10.4. Fastening of cable to the bracket crossbar
3. Antenna controlling
This section describes controls of main MENU of IDU´s front panel, options and web
interface. Enter into configuration mode and parametres change can be done only by
authorised technician.
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3.1.IDU front panel controls
1. ON/Standby – allows the IDU to be in position stanby mode, without necessity to
turn the unit OFF, using main switch on back side of unit.
2. WAN/WLAN indicators – way of data communication
3. TV/DATA switch and indicator LED – selection of IDU operation mode (TV and data
operation mode).
4. LCD panel - displays a system position and MENU items during set up /
programming.
5. Arrow Up/down – scroll through MENU options.

6. ESC – Back out from MENU level or cancel current option.
7. ENTER – confirm selected option in menu.
8. For engineering systems control only. This button has no affect in standard system
operation.
7.1 IDU unit – antenna control – front panel
3.2. Operating the IDU

This section describes basic IDU operation after connecting to power supply, antenna
and SAT TV receivers.
Turn on IDU unit using main switch located on back side of IDU . At the same
time will turn on power supply of antenna power supply (ODU unit). Antenna is
supplied through coax cable CBM1000010.
After turning on, IDU unit will boot and LCD panel will display actual SW version.
System will search for first satelite from satellite list, which is saved in IDU unit.
LCD display of IDU unit shows information about status and operation of
antenna. Showed sequences: Acquisition, Checking and last is Tracking , which
means, that antenna locked target satellite. This mode is an operational mode
of antenna and output (s) is SAT TV signal in required band and polarisation.
Supplied antennas are already configurated – they have loaded list of satellites with
parametres. Connected SAT TV receivers (STB = Set Top Box) can use signals from those
lists of satelites.
IDU unit saves actual settings and after every turning on will operate according them without
any additional steps of user.
Following steps are intended for authorized staff only. Not authorized
IDU configuration can change antenna´s parametres that way, that
antenna will not operate. Following necessary service assistance will
be not covered by warranty service!
IDU unit can be configurated in two ways:

Configuring the IDU with the web interface – using service PC / Laptop
Configuring the IDU with the IDU LCD display
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In any way of configuration is possibile to set or check following parametres of antenna:
Menu option Function / Description
IDU Displays general IDU (ACU) information
Antenna Used to edit satellite parameters, or to create or delete a satellite
Satellite Used to edit satellite parameters, or to create or delete a satellite
Used to change the IP address of the ACU, if required. This is not a commonly used
Networking
feature. The factory default IP address is 192.168.1.250.
Used to select and change satellite modem parametres. (Used for 2-way internet
Modem
antennas – not for ANT 1500).
Used to select a satellite TV receiver for 2-way antennas (antenna for Internet
Receiver
connection – not ANT1500).
Antenna Log Used to view alarm and error messages.
Used to issue commands or verify parameters for diagnostic purposes. Only for trained
Maintenance staff familiar with the ACU commands. An improper command can cause the antenna
to malfunction.
Some function are available only when antenna is tracking satellite
3.2.1. Configuration of IDU unit using web interface

The ACU Web interface provides an easy to use graphical interface for antenna system
operation and maintenance.
Use cross Ethernet cable to connect service PC to IDU unit. Set up network adapter of
PC the following way (note: save your original network parametres for return, after you finish work
with IDU):
1. Connect a LAN cable between PC LAN port and Ethernet (LAN) port of IDU..
2. Configure the PC Ethernet adapter with IP Address 192.168.1.10 Mask
255.255.255.0.
3. Open a web browser and write address http:// 192.168.1.250 , press ENTER.
4. Is possibile, that your system will ask you to allow to run content
allow the Web browser to run blocked content ...
5. The IDU Configuration page is displayed
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3.2.1.1. Accessing the IDU web interface
The following procedure describes how to access pages in the Web interface
Buttons in the interface pages

Read-only pages include a Refresh button that updates the parameters displayed
to current values.
Pages that allow editing values include the following buttons:
 Submit button to save the current changes
 Reset – button to clear the screen of entries and start over
 Cancel – button to return to the main page without saving.
1. Click any link on the left-panel menu, for example Monitor.

The Login page is displayed .
2. Enter the login credentials :

In the Login field, type admin
In the Password field, type raysat .
Click Submit
The IDU Configuration page is now displayed in the Authenticated User mode.
In some cases, sub links appear, from which you can navigate to special-purpose
pages, which access pages for monitoring parameters of these entities.
3.2.1.2.Monitoring of IDU parameters:

In the IDU Configuration page, click IDU. This page enables you to monitor ACU
parameters
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Chart 12 : IDU interface – Montoring of IDU parameters
IDU web interface – Monitor IDU

parameters
Serial Number ACU serial number.
SW Version ACU firmware version.
Temperature ACU internal temperature.
Input Voltage Measured ACU input voltage (48V±10%).
Antenna Voltage Measured antenna power voltage at the IDU TNC output terminal.
FPGA Checksum Checksum of the Xilinx configuration file.
BER BER (bit error rate) of the received signal by the internal tuner.
NID Not applicable.
Modem Eb/N0 Not applicable
Modem BER Not applicable.
Status Actual status of IDU. See Tab below
Chart 13: IDU Status messages and their meaning
Idle The ACU and antenna are in passive status (displayed during starting-up process).
Initialization The antenna performs initial adjustments.
Acquisition Initial search for satellite.
Checking Antenna stopped on a signal, the satellite is being verified.
Tracking The correct satellite is found, the antenna is tracking the signal.
Signal drop RF signal from the satellite is lost (probably due to an obstacle).
Scanning The RF signal is lost for a longer time; the antenna is doing local searching.
Sleeping mode No satellite is found (as a result of acquisition); the antenna enters sleeping mode to
preserve energy.
Stopped The ACU is in stopped state.
Wait for modem! No communication with the modem; the ACU is waiting until the communication is
established.
Modem disconnect The modem is disconnected during ACU operation.
Protection zone! The transmission is muted because the antenna is entered geographic area where the
transmission is prohibited.
Tx disabled! The transmission is disabled because of internal reason (signal blockage, too big
pointing error, etc.).
Invalid sat.! The selected satellite is invalid (could be shown if the current satellite is deleted from
the database).
No satellite! No selected satellite.
Database empty! No satellites are entered in the database.
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* Manual mode * The ACU is in manual mode listening for both ACU and antenna commands.
* Bypass mode * The ACU is in bypass mode – all commands are retranslated to the antenna (only the
antenna commands are supported in this mode).
Antenna error! Antenna communication error (the antenna is probably not connected).
Motor overload! Overload of the azimuth motor in the antenna.
Elev. overload! Overload of the elevation motor in the antenna.
Power failure! The antenna power voltage is too low.
Overheating! Antenna temperature is too high.
Gyro failure! Failure in antenna gyroscopes.
Accel. failure! Failure in antenna accelerometers.
3.2.1.3.Monitoring antenna parameters

You can display antenna parameters for monitoring purposes
To monitor ACU parameter settings:
In the IDU Configuration page, click Antenna.This page enables you to monitor
antenna parameters
Chart 14: IDU web interface – Monitor Antenna parameters

Serial number ODU serial number.
SW version ODU firmware version.
Tracking Frequency Frequency used for RSSI detector.
RSSI Bandwidth Detection bandwidth of RSSI circuit.
RSSI RSSI level (unscaled).
Beam Current beam used by the antenna (available on some antenna models).
Latitude Latitude coordinate of antenna GPS.
Longitude Longitude coordinate of antenna GPS.
Elevation Current antenna elevation.
Azimuth Current antenna azimuth (available on some antenna models).
Rx Polarization Rx polarization angle.
3.2.1.4. Configuring IDU and Antenna parameters
You can edit IDU or antenna parameter settings

 In the IDU Configuration page, click Configuration.
 IDU and Antenna link appears
 Click IDU or Antenna to open the corresponding configuration page
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3.2.1.5. IDU Configuration
This page enables editing of ACU parameters
Chart 15: IDU web interface - IDU Configuration parameters

Parameter Value range Description
Ant. Protocol ASCII/Binary Protocol for connecting to the antenna.
Ant. Communication 10.7 MHz/333 MHz/RS485 Antenna communication media (carrier or interface).
Select RS485
Band Config Low/High/Auto ACU band configuration.
Pol. Config Vertical/Horizontal/Auto ACU polarization configuration.
Temp. Units Celsius/Fahrenheit Temperature units
IDU Baud Rate 1200 - 460800 Specifies the baud rate on S.Port 2 (PC interface).
The value is stored permanently and is not reset at
power-up.
LED Mode Normal/Stealth Enables (Normal) or Disables (Stealth) the ACU LEDs
3.2.1.6. Antenna Configuration

This page configures the available band details of the currently installed LNB, and
makes this information accessible to the Satellite page where the current active band
can be selected from the bands available to the antenna.
The values in the Antenna Configuration page are generally only set at the factory
according to the LNB ordered with the antenna, or if the LNB is replaced. Any changes
to this page should be performed only under supplier supervision.
Chart 16: IDU web interface - Antenna Configuration parameters

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BDC local oscillator (LO) frequency.
Value ranges and entries depend on the LNB type and manufacturer.
For antenna with single-band LNB:
Low sub-bands:
LNB LO, (MHz)  For 10950-11200 MHz range, enter LNB LO = 10000 MHz
 For 11200-11700 MHz range, enter LNB LO = 10250 MHz
High band:
For 11700-12750 MHz, enter LNB LO = 10750 MHz.
(or 11300 MHz, leading to a reduced operational frequency band 12250-12750 MHz)
LNB Voltage 13V / 18V BDC power voltage

22kHz tone Off / On / Auto BDC control tone
LNB (Low Noise Block) in the interface should be understood to mean BDC (Block Down Converter).
3.2.1.7. Configuring satellite settings

You can manage the internal satellite database
1.In the IDU Configuration page, click the Satellite menu option.
The Satellite Settings page is displayed.
You can perform the following actions on satellites:
 Select a satellite to be tracked by the antenna
 Create a new satellite in the database
 Edit the parameters of the selected satellite in the database
 Delete the selected satellite from the database

 Upload a satellite database file
2.Selecting a Satellite to track

This section describes how to select the satellite to be tracked by the antenna.
To select a satellite to track:
 Access the Satellite Settings page – see 3.2.1.7. Configuring satellite settings
 From the Satellite drop-down list, select a satellite, and click Select.
 The IDU starts searching the selected satellite.
 Once the satellite has been found, the IDU starts tracking it.
3.Creating a satellite
The Create Satellite page allows you to define a new satellite in the satellite database.
After the satellite is created, the parameters can be edited in the Satellite parameters
page. See Editing a Satellite, below.
To define a new satellite
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 Access the Satellite Settings page – see 3.2.1.7. Configuring satellite settings,.
 From the Satellite drop-down list, click Create. The Create Satellite page is
displayed.
 Fill the fields with the desired satellite name and other parameters.
 Click Submit to save.
Chart 17: IDU web interface - Satellite parameters

Name Any combination of Satellite name.
alphanumeric characters, no
spaces or tabs
Position 0 - 180 Satellite orbital position in degrees.
E/W E or W East/West indication for satellite longitude.
Freq (MHz) 0 or a value from 10950 to Tracking frequency is typically entered in the Web-interface.
12750 On some satellite modem models, if left as 0, the ACU will try to obtain
the frequency from the modem. Modems that support this feature
include: Agilis, Datum, Comtech, Gilat_SE2, Vipersat_HW, OpenAMIP,
Paradise, Radyne and SatLink.
Beacon (MHz) 0 or a value from 10950 to Beacon frequency for tracking (if not used it can be set to 0).
12750
Sat. Skew ±90 Inherent satellite skew.
Rx Pol Select VP or HP from the Rx polarization.
dropdown list
Tx Pol Not relevant for one-way antennas.
RSSI BW (MHz) 0.050 - 80.5MHz, RSSI bandwidth.
or select CW for tracking on a
narrow-band beacon.
LNB Auto, for automatic band Used to select the active frequency band from the bands available on the
selection, or specific bands antenna based on the currently installed LNB. The available bands reflect
available on the antenna (for the LNB settings in the Antenna Configuration page. For more
example, Band 1, Band 2, information, see the Antenna Configuration section.
Band 3, Band 4)
Select Auto or a specific band.
If more than two bands are

available, it is preferable to
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select the specific required
band, as the Auto selection
may not be optimal.
Pol Lin/Circ (linear/circular) Polarization type selection.

Select Lin.
Type Data/TV Transponder type.

Select TV.
Threshold (dB) 0.0, or positive threshold in dB Satellite acquisition threshold.
If set to 0, the default antenna

threshold is used (suitable in
most cases).
LNB (Low Noise Block) in the interface should be understood to mean BDC (Block Down Converter).
3. Editing a Satellite
The Edit Satellite page allows editing values for an existing satellite in the satellite database.
The Edit Satellite page appears the same as the Create Satellite page – See Creating a
Satellite. All parameters except Name and Position are editable.
To edit satellite values:
 Access the Satellite Settings page – see 3.2.1.7. Configuring satellite settings,
 From the Satellite drop-down list, select a satellite and click Edit. The Edit Satellite page is
displayed.
 Fill in the fields with the desired satellite name and parameters.
3.2.1.8. Configuring Network Settings

The Network link leads to pages for network administration use
 Static Network Settings
 Dynamic Network Settings
 Advanced Network Settings

To access and work with Network settings:
 In the IDU Configuration page, click the Network menu option.
 The Static Network Settings page opens. It provides links to other
pages.
 Fill in the required values.
A. Static Network Settings

This page enables you to edit static network settings and to reach other pages
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When the ACU is set to DHCP Client mode (see Dynamic Network Settings), Static Network
settings are not used, but are still stored in the non-volatile memory for future use.
Chart 18: IDU web interface - Static Network Setting parameters

Static IP Address ACU's own static IP address.
Static Netmask ACU's own static subnet mask.
Static Gateway The gateway - entrance to another network. Enter a valid IP
address from the same subnet as the IP address above.
MAC Address ACU's own physical MAC address (read-only value).
B. Dynamic Network Settings

This page manages the embedded DHCP Client/Server.
 When Client is selected, the Show Dynamic Parameters link is available.
 When Server is selected, the Show Clients link is available.

Dynamic settings must be used if a router is connected to the system. Then, when the DHCP is in
Client mode, the router will distribute the IP addresses dynamically. Alternatively, if the laptop is
set to DHCP Client mode and it should not be changed, the IDU can be set to DHCP Server
mode so that the IDU will give the IP to the laptop.
Chart 19: IDU web interface - Dynamic Network Settings

DHCP On or Off Enables or disables the embedded DHCP feature.
DHCP mode Client/Server Sets the DHCP mode.
Fields displayed when DHCP mode is Server
Address Range Range of 10 addresses inside The range of network addresses assigned to the
the subnet clients.
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Lease Time 60 - 86400 The period of address allocation in seconds.
C. Dynamic Network Parameters

This page shows network parameters obtained by a DHCP server when the IDU is working in DHCP
Client mode.
This page can be accessed from the Dynamic Network Settings page when the selected DHCP mode
is Client
Chart 20: IDU web interface - Dynamic Network Parameters

Dynamic IP Address IDU’s own IP address, obtained by the server.
Dynamic Netmask IDU’s own subnet mask, obtained by the server.
Dynamic Gateway The Gateway address, obtained by the server.
DHCP Server The DHCP Server, allocating the parameters.
Lease Time Left The remaining time of parameters allocation.
D. DHCP Clients
This page shows the active DHCP clients served by the IDU when it is working in DHCP Server mode.
This page can be accessed from the Dynamic Network Settings page when the selected DHCP mode
is Server.
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Chart 21: IDU web interface - DHCP Clients
MAC Address MAC (physical) address of given client.
IP Address Allocated IP address to that client.
Lease Time The remaining time of parameters allocation.
E. Advanced Network Settings

This page mainly concerns aspects of integrated services. It enables changing default port
values as well as setting service timeouts, enabling/disabling the Telnet remote echo, and
setting the working mode of the Ethernet controller
Chart 22: IDU web interface - Advanced Network Settings

HTTP Port 80, or any unallocated port TCP port of the embedded HTTP service.
FTP Port 21, or any unallocated port TCP port of the embedded FTP service.
Telnet Port 23, or any unallocated port TCP port of the embedded Telnet service.
HTTP timeout 1 to 255 Timeout of the HTTP session in minutes.
Telnet timeout 1 to 255 Timeout of the Telnet session in minutes.
Remote echo Checked (ON), or unchecked (OFF) Enables or disables the remote echo of the
typed characters during the Telnet session.
Duplex mode Values: Full/Half/Auto Sets the duplex mode of the Ethernet
controller.
3.2.1.9. Antenna Log

This page logs antenna messages (typically several kinds of alarms):
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To erase the logs, click Erase.
To update the displayed information, click Refresh
Chart 23: IDU web interface – Antenna Log parameters

Ant. Time Antenna time (working hours counter).
GPS Date Date read from the GPS module at the moment of the event.
GPS Time Time read from the GPS module at the moment of the event. The time
corresponds to UTC time standard, not the local time of the antenna.
Ant. Flags Antenna status flags. See Chyba! Nenašiel sa žiaden zdroj odkazov., on
page Chyba! Záložka nie je definovaná..
Tx Flags Not applicable.
Message Description of the event.
3.2.1.10 Maintenance
The Maintenance link enables you to perform the following types of manual
maintenance operations.
o Point the antenna to a satellite position and send a command to the
antenna.
o Set antenna LNB parameters and tune the integrated DVB tuner in the IDU.
o Monitor antenna BER, NID, RSSI values, and the modem Eb/No value
To access and work with the Maintenance page:

In the IDU Configuration page, click the Maintenance menu option.
The IDU generally operates in automatic mode. To use the Maintenance features, click the
Manual Mode button in the Maintenance page to switch the IDU to manual mode.
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A.Pointing the antenna and sending a command
You can point the antenna to the specific satellite position and send a randomly chosen valid
command directly to the antenna.
To point the antenna to a specific satellite position

Pointing parameters - Used to point the antenna to a specific satellite position, and to
send a valid command directly to the antenna.
 Click Stop tracking to stop the antenna movement.
 To set the desired satellite orbital position, enter the corresponding value (positive for
East; negative for West) in the Acquisition field, and click Go!
 To send a debugging command directly to the antenna, populate the Command field
with the desired command, and click Send.
A response is displayed in the Response field.
Chart 24: IDU web interface - Maintenance parameters - Pointing

Acquisition -180 - 180 Specific satellite position (degrees) to go to.
Command Valid antenna command Command for directly passing to the antenna.
Response Received response from the antenna.
B. Set LNB Values and Tune the DVB Tuner

You can set several parameters of the antenna LNB and tune the integrated DVB tuner in
the ACU
Chart 25: IDU web interface - Maintenance parameters – LNB configuration

Pol Polarization setting for the LNB.
Band Frequency band of the LNB.
LNB FSS/BSS control for dual LNB antenna.
Freq Desired tuner frequency in MHz.
SR Desired tuner symbol rate in ksps.
FEC Desired tuner FEC value. “A” for automatic.
Type Type of the transponder, DSS flag.
C. Monitoring of parameters
You can monitor antenna BER, NID, RSSI values, and the modem Eb/No value
Chart 26: IDU web interface - Maintenance parameters – Monitoring

BER BER (bit error rate) of the received signal
NID Identification data, Network ID.
RSSI 10000 – 70000 Antenna RSSI value in internal units.
Modem Eb/N0 -10 to +20 SNR (Eb/No) value, read from the modem.
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3.2.1.11 Logging out
To complete working on the ACU:
 In the IDU Configuration page, click the Logout menu option
3.2.1.12. Antenna Status Bits (error status list)

Antenna statuses are expressed in some system messages as Hexadecimal bit masks. This
table lists the corresponding explanations
Chart 27: Antenna Status Bits

Bit Mask Bit explanation
0x00000001 General failure
0x00000002 Motor current limit reached
0x00000004 Temperature limit reached
0x00000008 Low voltage condition detected
0x00000020 Acquisition mode
0x00000040 Tracking mode
0x00000080 Satellite found
0x00000100 Satellite not found
0x00000200 Satellite signal OK. If 0, then signal drop is detected
0x00000400 Horizontal polarization selected (or LHCP)
0x00000800 High band is selected
0x00001000 Timeout error
0x00002000 Satellite signal has been lost. The antenna is in scanning mode
0x00004000 Azimuth motor overload failure
0x00008000 Homing in process
0x00010000 Sleep mode
0x00020000 Tx mute request
0x00040000 Tx initialization failure
0x00080000 Incorrect Tx polarization position
0x00200000 Accelerometer failure
0x00400000 Gyroscope failure
0x00800000 TV mode – transmission is disabled
0x01000000 Circular polarization is selected
0x08000000 Elevation motor overload
3.2.2. Configuring ANT1500 with s IDU LCD display
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The IDU menus are used to program antenna parameters.
Buttons for IDU menu are right from LCD panel. After IDU unit is turned on,
LCD display will show actual SW version, then actual status of system.
To view the IDU menu options:

 Press the Enter button to bring up the following menus:
o 3.2.2.1 Diagnostics LCD parameters,
o 3.2.2.2 Set up of IDU LCD,
o 3.2.2.3 Install LCD paramet,.
o 3.2.2.4 IP configuration of LCD paramet,.
o Chyba! Nenašiel sa žiaden zdroj odkazov.,.
o 3.2.2.6.Location LCD ,
o 3.2.2.7. Coordinates paramet,
Important Note: Changing these parameters can cause the system malfunction.
Changes should only be made by a qualified technician, since the unprofessional
interference with the setting can change the IDU parameters of the antenna so,
that it will require consequent intervention of the technician, which will be not
considered as warranty repair!
A. The Diagnostics parameter settings are available for viewing only.

 On the LCD screen, scroll to Diagnostics and press the Enter button to access the menu.
 Use the Up/Down arrows to scroll through the parameters
B. The Setup, Install, and IP Config parameter settings are available for viewing and
changing.
o On the LCD screen, scroll to Setup and press the Enter button to access the menu.
o The LCD displays Enter Code.
o Press the Up arrow 4 times to enter the password.
o The LCD displays 4 asterisks for the password.
o
o Press the Enter button to accept.
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o Use the Up/Down arrows to scroll through the parameters.
To change Setup, Install, or IP Config parameters:

 Scroll to the required parameter.
 Press the Enter button and the parameter will begin flashing.
 Press Enter to accept the change, or Esc to back out of the current parameter or selected menu.
3.2.2.1 Diagnostics LCD parameters
Chart 28: IDU LCD – Diagnostics parameters

LCD indication Description
Software Version - Displays software versions of both the ACU and antenna,
1 also known as the Outdoor Unit (ODU).
Satellite Database - Displays the current database.

2
Satellite Recognition - Displays the current satellite recognition version.

3
IDU SN - Displays the ACU serial number.

4
ODU SN - Displays the ODU (antenna) serial number.

5
Status - Displays status codes for both the ACU and ODU. Used when
6 troubleshooting.
Temperature - Displays temperature readings for both the ACU and ODU.
7
Voltage - Displays the voltage input to the ACU and ODU.

8
DVB BER - Displays the bit error rate of the internal recognition tuner.
9
DVB C/N - Displays the C/N of the internal recognition tuner.

10
Modem EbNo - Displays the modem Eb/N0 value when available.

11
Modem BER - Displays the modem BER value when available.

12
GPS - Displays the latitude and longitude readings for the current geographical
13 location.
ODU GPS - Displays the status of the GPS (Locked, Unlocked, or N.A.)
14
Ext. GPS - - Displays S.Port 3 where an external GPS is connected to the ACU.
15
El and Az - Displays the antenna panel elevation and azimuth in deg.

16 When displayed, the second row shows information for the Rx and Tx
polarization offset in deg.
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Pol and Band - Displays the antenna current polarization and band.
17
RSSI Frequency - Displays the antenna RSSI frequency.

18
RSSI - Displays the antenna RSSI level.

19
RSSI BW - Displays the antenna RSSI filter bandwidth.

20
RSSI Threshold - Displays the antenna RSSI threshold.

21
3.2.2.2 Set up of IDU LCD parameters

Chart 29: IDU LCD – Setup parameters
Receiver - Select the type of satellite TV receiver being used. This is not used
1 for two-way data communications.
Options: Germany_36k, EchoLegacy, DirectTV, EchoStar, Undefined
Modem - Select the type of satellite modem being used for data operations.
Options: Gilat_SE2_NMEA, Hughes, Gilat_SE2_ABS-S, Advantech, Agilis, Comtech,
2 Datum, iDirect_e8000, IPModem, IPStar, LinkWay_S2, NovelSat, Open AMIP_Serial,
Open AMIP_TCP, Paradise, Radyne, Romantis, SatLink, SkyMesh_2100, SkyWAN,
ViaSat, Vipesat_HW, Undefined
Sound - Used to turn the sound on/off.
3 Options: Yes / No
Temperature Units - Change the units from Celsius to Fahrenheit.

4
LED Mode - Change the mode from Normal (LEDs on) to Stealth (LEDs off).
5 Options: Normal / Stealth
Antenna Protocol - Changes the protocol of communication between the ID and

6 ODU. The options are: ASCII messages of exchange or Binary.
Antenna Communication with the IDU - Changes the physical protocol of

communication between IDU and ODU. The protocol options for the internal
7
IDU-ODU modem are: 10.7MHz, RS485 and 333MHz. Each ODU model operates
at specific communication protocol defined in the system specifications.
Modem Baudrate - Defines the physical protocol communication speed of the
8 internal ACU-ODU modem (see Antenna Communication with the ACU).
The default rate is 115200 bauds.
3.2.2.3 Install LCD parameters
Chart 30: IDU LCD – Install parameters

TV Satellites – used to select the correct TV satellite. Not used for two-way
1 data communications.
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Check Switch - used to run a switch test for some TV satellite receivers. Not
2 used for data communications.
Polarization - used to select the appropriate polarization of the satellite signal

3 (H, L, or Auto).
Band - used to select the appropriate operating band (High, Low, or Auto).
4
Data Satellite - used to select the satellite being used for two-way data
5 communications.
3.2.2.4 IP configuration of LCD parameters

These parameters include Static, Dynamic, and Advanced network settings, and are used
for network administration purposes
3.2.2.4.1. Static network parameters

These parameters enable setting all the IP network parameters manually.
When the IDU is in DHCP client mode, the parameter values are available in non-volatile
memory for later use.
Chart 31 IDU LCD - IP Config static network parameters

LCD indication description
IP Address - Enter in the IP address of the ACU.
1
Subnet Mask - Enter in the subnet mask of the ACU.

2
Gateway - Used to enter another network gateway address.

3
Modem IP - Used to enter the IP address of a so called IP based satellite

modem. This type of modem communicates with the IDU by IP protocol.
4
(Most of satellite modems communicate with the IDU by RS232 and this setting
is not used for them.)
Hub IP - Used to enter the hub (remote) terminal IP address so the IP-based
modem can gather ping replies from the hub and properly reply the Lock status
5 to the IDU.
(For satellite modems that communicate with the IDU by RS232, this setting is
not used.)
MAC Address - Used to enter the IDU’s MAC address - physical (hardware,
6 Media Access Control) address.
Telnet Timeout - Used to enter the time-out range from 1 to 60 minutes.

7
3.2.2.4.2. Dynamic Network parameters

Dynamic settings apply if the IDU, laptop, modem, and other devices are connected to a router
(the IDU is in DHCP client mode), where the router distributes the IP addresses dynamically.
These parameters enable configuring the embedded DHCP client/server.
Chart 32: IDU LCD - IP Config dynamic network parameters

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DHCP Enable - Enables or disables the embedded DHCP feature.
1
DHCP Mode - Sets the DHCP mode – client or server.

2
Start Address – Shows a start address out of a range of addresses to

which the DHCP server should distribute addresses. This mode is valid
3
when the IDU is set to Dynamic settings and Server mode. The address
range has 10 IP addresses. The default start address is 192.168.1.101.
Address Range - Range of network addresses, assigned to the clients.
4
Lease Time - Period of address allocation in seconds.

5
When the ACU is in DHCP client mode, Network parameters obtained by a DHCP server are shown:
Dynamic IP Address – IDU IP address, obtained by the server.

1
Dynamic Netmask – IDU subnet mask, obtained by the server.

2
Dynamic Gateway - Gateway address, obtained by the server.

3
DHCP Server – DHCP server that allocates the parameters.

4
Lease Time Left - Remaining parameter allocation time.

5
When the ACU is in DHCP server mode, information about active DHCP clients served by the ACU are
shown:
MAC Address - MAC (physical) address of the given client.

1
IP Address - IP address allocated to that client.

2
Lease Time Left - When the ACU is in Client mode, the DHCP Server (the
router) assigns an IP address to the ACU and sets a lease time during
3 which the address will be valid. Lease Time Left shows the time remaining
for this validity. After that time, the DHCP server will assign another
address from the range of addresses.
3.2.2.4.3 Advanced Network Settings

Advanced network parameters mainly concern aspects of integrated services. They
apply if the laptop is set to DHCP client mode and this should not be changed. In this
case the ACU is set to DHCP server, so the ACU would give the Laptop the IP.
Additional settings enable changing the default Web and Telnet ports, timeouts, and
so on.
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Chart 33: IDU LCD - IP Config advanced network parameters
HTTP Port - The TCP port of the allocated HTTP service.
1
FTP Port - The TCP port of the allocated FTP service.

2
Telnet Port - The TCP port of the allocated Telnet service.

3
HTTP timeout - The timeout of the HTTP session in minutes.

4
Telnet timeout - The timeout of the Telnet session in minutes.

5
Telnet echo - Enables or disables the remote echo of the typed characters
6 during the Telnet session.
3.2.2.5 Manual mode LCD parameters
Chart 34: IDU LCD – Manual mode parameters

RSSI Freq. - Used to set the RSSI frequency in MHz.
1
Band - Used to set the High or Low band of operation.

2
Polarization - Used to set the Vertical (or RHCP) or Horizontal (or LHCP)
3 polarization of operation.
Acquisition - Used to start acquisition of a satellite with selected orbital

4 position in degrees.
Tuner - Shows the IDU tuner status - Locked or Unlocked.

5
BER - Shows the BER reading of the ACU tuner.

6
C/N - Shows the C/N reading of the ACU tuner.

7
Read NID - Used to read the selected transponder NID. The transponder
frequency is equal to the RSSI frequency.
Replies with:
8
3.2.2.6.Location LCD parameters
Chart 35: IDU LCD – Location parameters

For places without GPS service, where the built-in GPS cannot report
1 coordinates. Location then displays the Province and City from a database
that maintains Province.City.Coordinates. Feature is available on request
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3.2.2.7. Coordinates parameters
Chart 36: IDU LCD – Coordinates parameters

When the Location feature applies and a specific location is not in the
Location database, local coordinates can be set manually. This can also be
1
done anywhere that the GPS cannot lock for an extended time. Once the
GPS locks, the ACU updates those coordinates with GPS-generated ones.
4.Appendix F – Troubleshooting
Check this list for of the most common problems and suggestions that lead to their removal
Chart 37: Troubleshooting

Problem Solution
System does not turn on. Verify that the IDU and receiver are powered on.
Check for blown fuses.

1
Verify all cables are connected properly.
Verify vehicle battery has been reconnected properly.
IDU does not lock on Ensure that coaxial cable connections are installed properly.
satellite.
Confirm clear line of sight to the satellite.
Verify that the receiver is tracking on the satellite from the Setup Menu of the receiver.
2
Check that the radome of the antenna is free of any obstructions (water, snow, ice, or
debris).
Clean radome with soft cloth and water.
System continually resets. Verify that all connections are installed properly.
3 Check for proper wiring to the vehicle’s power source.
Verify 12/24 VDC is being supplied to the IDU.
Black or blue screen on Verify that the IDU and receiver are powered on.
television.
4 Ensure that all video connections are installed.
Check for proper television settings.
Snowy television picture. Verify that television settings are correct.
5 Correct channel configuration (channel 3 / 4, or A/V input).
Make sure video cables are installed properly.
6 Ensure that all video connections are installed properly.
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Intermittent picture for Confirm clear line of sight to the satellite.
short intervals.
debris).
Picture scrambled, partial, Ensure that coaxial cable connections are installed properly.
or freezing.
Confirm clear line of sight to the satellite.
7 Verify that the receiver is tracking on the satellite from the Setup Menu of the receiver.
debris).
System does not work in Ensure that all cable connections are installed properly.
motion.
8 Confirm clear line of sight to the satellite.
Certain channels do not Verify channel package with satellite TV provider.

work or only previews are
9 displayed. Check availability of local channels in the subscriber’s area.
Ensure proper activation of satellite receiver.
Remote control does not Ensure proper placement of IR transmitter (if RF to IR converter has been installed).
10 work.
Install new batteries.
5.Appendix H – Acronyms and Abbreviations
IDU Antenna Control Unit

BDC Block Down Converter
BER Bit Error Rate
BSS Fixed Satellite Service

BUC Block Up-Converter
CFE Customer Furnished Equipment Z
COTM Communication On-The-Move

CPU Central Processing Unit
CTRL Control
CW Continuous Wave
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DC Direct Current
FCC Federal Communication Commission

FSS Fixed Satellite Service
FUW For Use With
GHz Gigahertz
GRND Ground
IP Internet Protocol
LAN Local Area Network

LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LHCP Left-hand Circular Polarization
LNA Low Noise Amplifier
LNB Low Noise Block
LO Local Oscillator
MDM Modem Module
MHz Megahertz
MIL-SPEC Military Specifications
ODU Outdoor Unit
PDU Power Distribution Unit
PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network
RHCP Right-hand Circular Polarization
RMA Return Material Authorization
RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indicator
Rx Receive
SCPC Single channel per carrier
SNR Signal-Noise Ratio
SOTM Satellite Communication On-The-Move S
TNC Threaded Neill-Concelman
Tx Transmit
VAC Volts Alternating Current
VDC Volts Direct Current
WAN Wide Area Network
WLAN Wide Local Area Network
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Installation and user manual

Date: 01/08/2016 NM_ANT1500_001_01082016_EN

2. Installing the antenna………………………………………………………………………….12

3. IDU Configuration and Set up of Antenna´s Parameters…….…………34

Do NOT watch television while driving!

Internal unit (IDU)

1.1. Installation and safety instructions for the user

1.2. Set Top Box Compatibility (STB)

1.3.Reception of mobile satellite TV

Line Of Sight (LOS) interruption

Blockage height (mm) Minimum distance (mm)

Antenna ANT1500 is available in two versions:

1.5. Power supply requirement

Chart 1: Electricity consumption of the particular components

1.6. Antenna components

1.6.1 Exterior unit of Antenna – ODU

ODU unit includes following key components:

Chart 2: Antenna components

ANT1500 Dual Pol – has 3 TNC connectors

On CTRL connector is connected IDU unit, that determines (manages) what

Rotary connector ensures the transmission of VF signal from rotating

1.6.2. Interior unit of Antenna – IDU

1.6.3. Package content ANT1500 - DP

Pos.1 Pos.2 Name Code pc

Pos.1 Pos.2 Name Code pc

1.7. Unpacking, inspection and preparing of the installation

Check if the delivery is not damaged when receiving the goods:

Antenna dimensions (ODU) 115 x 90 x 24 cm (length x width x height)

Antenna weight (ODU) 32 kg

IDU dimensons 18 x 23 x 7 cm (length x width x height)

Antenna G/T 10 ± 1 dB/K @ 30° elevation

Band frequency Ku, full band 10.7 – 12.75 GHz

Power supply 10 - 30V DC / 110 W

Average consumption 50W

Maximum consumption 110 W

Dual-Pol version V/H or RHCP/LHCP simultaneously on 1,5GHz band, 3 simultaneous connections

Elevation, angle range Set automatically in the range 10° ~ 80°

Azimuth, angle range Set automatically, continuos 360°

Frequency Whole Ku-band

Supports satellite from EIRP ≥50 dBW

North America DISH® Network, Direct-TV, Bell-TV

Africa DSTV in selected regions, ZAP, Canal+

Dual-Pol version 3 x TNC, 50Ω connectors

Temperature range -25°C to +55°C (-13°F to + 130°F)

Land speed of the vehicle Up to 350 km/h

2 Installing the Antenna on a vehicle roof

Connector position facing cable entry point to vehicle

2.1 Accessories / tools necessary:

2.2 Installation of Roof rack on vehicles roof

Chart 3 – Material for installation of antenna on rooftop (*optional)

Pos. Item Code pcs

Attachment points for bracket crossbars

Note: If necessary, it is possibile to place antenna

2.4 .Assembly order of antenna´s bracket

Note: because of fastness of glue hardening, we recommend phased mounting of

Note: Use bottom base 0810394-M.

Bottom base 0810394-M

Use same method for second bracket crossbar.

Use same method to seal hole with cable.

2.4.16 Clear away all masking tapes, Fig. 6.4.18.

2.5.1. Antenna clamp kit

7.2.1. Antenna clamp kit

2.5.1.1. Additional pack–for antenna ANT1500-SP