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Hughes HN

 

 

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Note: Depending on the state of the modem/router firmware and its registration with the Hughes network, 
commissioning can take up to 40 minutes.  Periodic updates on the state of the process allow users to track the 
progress of the operation. 

The combination of a modem/router with a controller and positioner is called a Satellite Temporary Fixed Terminal 
(STFT).  A modem/router operating in this configuration is operating in STFT mode. When the antenna is stowed and 
transmit is disabled on the router/modem, the STFT will be in the “Idle” state. This is generally used when transporting 
the antenna. The STFT is considered to be active in all states except for the “Idle” state. 

As long as the antenna is pointed, the modem/router could enter the Operational phase and become fully operational 
without interacting with the AAQ controller. After modem/router reboot, the modem/router will report “Operational 
Status-Down” to the AAQ controller until it can reconcile its configuration over the network. 

4.2.

 

Sensor Outputs 

Path

 

Main Window → View→ Sensor Output 
Level 0 

 

Check the boxes beside any Sensor Outputs you wish to view for monitoring operations. 

 

Figure 8 - Sensor Output Window 

The table below describes the Sensor Outputs relevant to this module.  

Item 

Description 

Hughes HN Detected 
Noise 

The portion of the signal declared as noise by the AAQ module. 

Hughes HN Min Lock 
Signal 

The minimum signal level required by the AAQ to declare lock.  *(For future 
use) 

Hughes HN Min Valid 
Signal 

The minimum signal level reported by the Hughes modem that may be 
declared a lock by the AAQ module.  *(For future use) 

Summary of Contents for HN Series

Page 1: ...ide and Reference Revision R11 9 0 Documentation of the interface between the Hughes HN Series modem router and the AvL Technologies AAQ antenna controller reference information and troubleshooting guide Appendix K AvL Technologies 900 159 010 ...

Page 2: ...AS MF Updates for 11 8 added approved by in revision history 3 17 17 R11 9 0 WL IH JF Updates for release 11 9 Introduction update Contents 1 Introduction 3 2 Setup Guide 3 2 1 Hardware 3 2 2 Software 4 2 3 Hardware Connection 4 Serial Communication Connection 4 Ethernet Communication Connection 4 3 Configuration 6 3 1 Core Configuration Items 6 3 2 Target Configuration Items 7 3 3 Signal Configur...

Page 3: ...inal States 12 5 2 Troubleshooting Communication Between AAQ and Modem Router 14 5 3 Modem Router LED Troubleshooting 15 Figures Figure 1 Modem Router Indicators and Connections 3 Figure 2 Version Info 4 Figure 3 Ethernet Setup 5 Figure 4 Advanced Network Settings 5 Figure 5 Core Configuration Window 6 Figure 6 Target Configuration Window 7 Figure 7 Signal Configuration Tab 8 Figure 8 Sensor Outpu...

Page 4: ...ce which eliminates the need for a phone line to download software updates Software configurations are also downloaded via satellite The Hughes HN modem can be integrated into the AvL AAQ system to provide accurate beam pointing and Internet and communications services Front Panel Rear Panel Figure 1 Modem Router Indicators and Connections 2 Setup Guide 2 1 Hardware The following hardware is requi...

Page 5: ...Version Info 2 3 Hardware Connection Serial Communication Connection Serial connection is not an option for the hardware associated with this module Ethernet Communication Connection Connect the AAQ antenna controller to the Hughes HN modem router via one of the three LAN ports on the rear of the CIP The AAQ controller supports Ethernet communications to the modem router ...

Page 6: ...as a static IP Address that allows for communication for all the different phases Using an example IP Address for the modem router of 169 254 121 118 the communication must be on the 169 254 121 XXX network The following address is selected for Customer Network 1 169 254 121 119 while the Gateway IP address is set to 192 168 129 1 this Gateway IP Address is necessary if the CIP is configured as a ...

Page 7: ...figures that follow 3 1 Core Configuration Items Path Main Window View Configuration Core Level 4 Figure 5 Core Configuration Window Long Name Level Type Value Range Description Hughes HN SQF Lock Threshold 4 Integer None The value of SQF that tells the system it is locked HughesHN Com Port 4 Float None This configuration item is not used HughesHN Com Port Settings 4 Float None This configuration ...

Page 8: ...ure 6 Target Configuration Window Long Name Level Type Value Range Description Circular Polarization Left Hand Position 4 Integer 110 to 110 Left hand position in degrees of the motorized circular pol Circular Polarization Position 4 Choice Left Hand Center Right Hand Pol target for motorized circular pols Note This must be set to Center for proper operation Circular Polarization Right Hand Positi...

Page 9: ...ce This signal source used for Course Peaking on the target Note This must be set to HughesHN for proper operation Fine Source 1 Choice The signal source used for Fine Peaking on the target Note This must be set to HughesHN for proper operation 3 3 Signal Configuration Items Path Main Window View Configuration Signal Level 4 Figure 7 Signal Configuration Tab ...

Page 10: ... Hughes HN modem router module installed works with the modem router as it moves through these phases Following the configuration of a Hughes HN target profile described in previous sections the Hughes HN modem may be used as a standard signal source with the AvL AAQ antenna system and will be integrated as part of the standard acquisition process Note For the HN modem router to work it must be in...

Page 11: ...antenna is pointed the modem router could enter the Operational phase and become fully operational without interacting with the AAQ controller After modem router reboot the modem router will report Operational Status Down to the AAQ controller until it can reconcile its configuration over the network 4 2 Sensor Outputs Path Main Window View Sensor Output Level 0 Check the boxes beside any Sensor O...

Page 12: ...radient The change in signal level over time as defined by the Configuration item and as measured by the AAQ module 4 3 Module Windows Device Window The software provides a Device Window for use in monitoring operation Path Main Window View Device Window Level 0 Figure 9 Device Window Item Description Signal Level The Rx signal strength that is being reported by the Hughes modem This is the signal...

Page 13: ...te Temporary Fixed Terminal States Modem State Modem Msg Phase Description Action 0 ST Rebooting Boot Commissioning Satellite Terminal is rebooting No action necessary 1 IDLE None Controller and modem router are not communicating Typically this is only during transportation 2 Uninstalled Installation Recommended Boot Modem router has not been installed properly Have the Satellite Terminal professi...

Page 14: ... not functioning properly Connect to the modem router s System Control Center using a web browser and or contact Hughes customer service 14 Operational Status Up Operational Modem router is functioning properly No action necessary 15 Hardware Failure Boot Commissioning Operational Hardware is not functioning properly Replace modem router 16 Operational Status Rebooting Operational Modem router is ...

Page 15: ...isition is not successful Device window displays Modem Locked unlocked Antenna performs Maximum Elevation Steps and displays All Signal Sources Tried With No Valid Signal Detected error popup Check Rx cable for proper connection damage Following acquisition modem loses lock Device window displays Signal Level SQF 1 Modem Locked unlocked Check Rx cable for proper connection damage Acquisition Pause...

Page 16: ...Flashing Modem router is receiving data packets from the satellite Normal operation System On Ready to receive user traffic Normal operation Off Not ready to service user traffic Call support if needed Flashing In boot or commissioning phase Normal operation Power On Blue LED The modem router is receiving power from the power supply Normal operation On Red LED Modem router temperature is too hot c...

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