EPAK DS13 PRO, Installation And User Manual

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1 Introduction
Intended readers
This is an installation and user manual for the EPAK TVRO systems PRO Series, intended for installers of the
system and service personnel. Personnel installing or servicing the system must be properly trained and
authorized by EPAK. It is important that you observe all safety requirements listed in the beginning of this
manual, and install the system according to the guidelines in this manual.
Product description
EPAK TVRO antennas are automatic satellite tracking systems for TV reception made for maritime
applications. EPAK's TVRO systems are designed to track satellites providing TV services with great
precision in real-time response to the ship’s motions even in rough sea conditions.
Such TVRO systems consist of two major units, the antenna Outdoor Unit (ODU) and the Indoor Unit (IDU).
The ODU is protected by a UV-stabilized, maritime climate-proof, and easy to maintain radome. The antenna
uses a 3-axis motion system, with automatic skew adjustment. This feature in combination with state-of-the
art tracking technology (twin RF tracking re 6D in GNSS & NMEA - optional) guarantees an
unmatched tracking speed up to 50°/s. The IDU consists of the Antenna Control Unit (ACU) and the
Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS).
This unit provides an easy to use web-interface for configuring the antenna, checking the antenna's current
status and configuring your network.
To guarantee the highest performance and reliability, EPAK designs and engineers all of its antennas'
major RF components, control boards, mechanical parts and radome in house. All the components are
optimized for rough marine applications. From small vessels up to super yachts, no matter whether sailing
or motor yachts, EPAK TVRO series are eminently suitable for all types of vessels.
Once the connection to a satellite is established, the system will stay connected due to a 360° high-speed
tracking system. That guarantees a non-stop reception of your favourite television channels while the vessel
is anchored or even while cruising in open seas with rough conditions. The antennas are available in dish
sizes in the range of 60cm, 90cm and 130cm (DS6, DS9 and DS13 respectively).
EPAK also offers several additional options to accommodate special requirements. The Diversity Kit assures
the avoidance of blind spots by combining the free line of sight ranges of two antennas in one bundle. This
will prevent any loss of satellite signal through blockages. Additionally EPAK also offers a vessel
management router for network control, WiFi services and Voip/Voice connections.
Your safety
All personnel who operate equipment or do maintenance as specified in this manual must know and follow the
safety precautions. The warnings and cautions that follow apply to all parts of this manual.
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