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Installation, Support, and
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X1 Series Satellite Router

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September 14, 2017

X1 Series Satellite Router Installation, Support, and Maintenance Guide

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Page 1: ...Installation Support and Maintenance Guide X1 Series Satellite Router Router Products September 14 2017 X1 Series Satellite Router Installation Support and Maintenance Guide ...

Page 2: ...tful owner VT iDirect is a global leader in IP based satellite communications providing technology and solutions that enable our partners worldwide to optimize their networks differentiate their services and profitably expand their businesses Our product portfolio branded under the name iDirect sets standards in performance and efficiency to deliver voice video and data connectivity anywhere in th...

Page 3: ...st version access the TAC Web site at http tac idirect net Revision Date Released Reason for Change s A June 30 2013 Initial release B July 07 2016 Add option X1 indoor 3 altitude 2000 m C March 13 2017 Updated Power Supply Unit Consumption in Table 2 2 D May 12 2017 Updated Appendix D E September 14 2017 Added a section on Installing Ferrite on the AC to DC Power Cable in Chapter 5 and Removed th...

Page 4: ...iv Installation Support and Maintenance Guide X1 Series Satellite Router Revision History ...

Page 5: ...r 2 2 Specifications 3 2 1 X1 Router Specifications 3 2 1 1 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications 3 2 1 2 Power Specifications 4 2 1 3 RF Specifications 5 2 2 X1 Outdoor Router Specifications 7 2 2 1 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications 7 2 2 2 Power Specifications 8 2 2 3 RF Specifications 8 3 Physical Interfaces 11 3 1 X1 Indoor Router Interfaces 11 3 1 1 X1 Indoor Router Front Pane...

Page 6: ...ystem 23 4 6 2 Powering Up the System 23 4 7 Preparing the PC Laptop for Connection to Router 24 4 8 LED Status Indicators 24 4 9 Configuring 25 5 X1 Outdoor Router Installation 27 5 1 X1 Outdoor Router Installation at a Glance 28 5 2 Unpacking 30 5 3 Typical Items Ordered 30 5 4 Mounting the Router 31 5 4 1 Pre Installation Guidelines for Mounting Configurations 31 5 4 2 Router Mounting Hardware ...

Page 7: ... Power Indicator 50 5 14 2 Web Interface LED Status Indicators 50 5 15 Configuring the X1 Outdoor Router 50 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 51 6 1 Safety Guidelines to Observe During Servicing 51 6 1 1 Servicing 51 6 1 2 Conditions Requiring Service 52 6 2 Maintaining the X1 Router 52 6 2 1 Temperature Control 52 6 2 2 Dust Removal 52 6 2 3 90 Day Regular Maintenance 53 6 3 Maintaining the X1 Ou...

Page 8: ...llation Support and Maintenance Guide X1 Series Satellite Router Contents Appendix C Coax Cable Preparation 65 Appendix D Ethernet RJ45 Pinouts 69 Appendix E X1 Reset 71 E 1 Level 0 Reset 71 E 2 Level 1 Reset 71 ...

Page 9: ...ter Wall Mount 34 Figure 5 5 X1 Outdoor Router Pole Mount 34 Figure 5 6 Mounting the Power Module 36 Figure 5 7 Power Module Wall Mount 36 Figure 5 8 Power Module Pole Mount 37 Figure 5 9 24 VDC Cable End 38 Figure 5 10 Installing Ferrite 38 Figure 5 11 Ferrite Distance from the Rear 39 Figure 5 12 Wrapping the 4 IN Silicon Tape 39 Figure 5 13 Ferrite Installation Complete 40 Figure 5 14 Power Gla...

Page 10: ...r Module Connector Descriptions 17 Table 3 4 X1 Outdoor Router Connector Cable Cross Reference 17 Table 3 6 Pin Assignments for AC Power Module Gland 4 pin 18 Table 3 7 Pin Assignments for DC Power Module Gland 4 pin 18 Table 5 1 RJ 45 LAN Ethernet Cable Installation Steps 41 Table 5 2 Coax RX and TX Cable Installation 42 Table 5 3 Power Module Power Cable Installation Instructions 45 Table 5 4 X1...

Page 11: ...esponsible for maintaining the iDirect Network Only qualified service personnel should install and operate the X1 Router solutions Familiarity with cabling and wiring practices is beneficial Manual Contents In addition to the information in this chapter this manual also includes the following Section 1 Introduction on page 1 provides an overview and description of the X1 Router Section 2 Specifica...

Page 12: ... DATA CRC 1 8350 3502 DATA CRC 5818 8350 4382 DATA CRC 20 Screen Reference Used when referring to text that appears on the screen on a Graphical User Interface GUI Used when specifying names of commands menus folders tabs dialogs list boxes and options 1 To add a remote to an inroute group right click the Inroute Group and select Add Remote The Remote dialog box has a number of user selectable tab...

Page 13: ...ters as well as eLearning for the installation operation maintenance and management of iDirect satellite networks For training course descriptions and available training dates visit the iDirect web site Training and Services at http www idirect net Training and Services aspx or call 1 800 648 8240 for class registration and information Getting Help iDX Software user s guides installation procedure...

Page 14: ...xiv Installation Support and Maintenance Guide X1 Series Satellite Router About ...

Page 15: ...s and single client sites There are three 3 options for the X1 Router Option 1 X1 AC Power Supply 100 240 VAC Single Phase to 24 VDC 65 W Option 2 X1 Ku C AC Power Supply 100 240 VAC Single Phase to 24 VDC 90 W The X1 Router leverages the bandwidth efficiencies of the DVB S2 ACM standard and incorporates basic routing and VLAN functionality Developed specifically to support large scale broadband a...

Page 16: ... 100 240 V AC Option 2 12 36 V DC Option 3 36 76 V DC The X1 Outdoor Router features DVB S2 ACM and TDMA basic routing VLAN functionality and Quality of Service QoS and is embedded in a IP67 weatherproof enclosure enabling an extended temperature range and passive cooling The X1 Outdoor Router is shown in Figure 1 2 The router specifications are described in Section 2 2 X1 Outdoor Router Specifica...

Page 17: ...d electrical ratings and product usage instructions 2 1 X1 Router Specifications This section describes the mechanical environmental power and RF specifications of the X1 Router Options are described in Section 1 1 X1 Router on page 1 and Table 2 2 on page 4 2 1 1 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications The X1 Router mechanical and environmental specifications are defined in Table 2 1 Table 2 ...

Page 18: ...C 65 W Option 2 X1 Ku C Band AC Power Supply 100 240 VAC Single Phase to 24 VDC 90 W Frequency Option 1 and 2 50 60 Hz Power Supply Unit Consumption Option 1 1 4 A MAX Option 2 1 2 A MAX Router Input Power Option 1 24 VDC 2 7 A 65 W MAX Option 2 24 VDC 3 75 A 90 W MAX NOTE To avoid damaging the equipment or to prevent hardware failures never connect the 90W PSU to an X1 with 2 7A label X1 Router D...

Page 19: ...continued Category Description Table 2 3 X1 Router RF Specifications Category Description LNB Support Options 1 3 Fsym 10 Msps DRO LNB Fsym 1 Msps 10 ppm PLL LNB Fsym 1 Msps 35 ppm Uni Ku LNB Option 1 3 Internal reference LNBs only Frequency Range Option 1 2 3 Transmit Receive 950 1700 MHz 950 2150 MHz Frequency Tuning Step Size Transmit Receive 0 6 Hz Sub Hertz with Demodulator RF Power Transmit ...

Page 20: ...Discrete Spurs Out of band Option 1 and 2 50 dBc with output 20 dBm In band Option 1 and 2 32 dBc with output 20 dBm Modulator Spectral Shaping DVB S2 ETSI EN302307 Transmitter On Off Ratio 50 dB with output power 20 dBm Table 2 4 Transmit Phase Noise Parameters Transmit SSB Phase Noise dBc Hz frequency at Band Phase Noise Option 1 3 dbC Hz 0 01 kHz 29 0 1 kHz 59 1 kHz 69 10 kHz 79 100 kHz 89 1 MH...

Page 21: ...echanical and Environmental Specifications Category Description Dimensions X1 Router W 10 25 in 26 04 cm x H 10 in 25 4 cm x D 3 in 7 62 cm Power Module W 5 in 12 7cm x H 8 75 in 22 cm x D 2 25 in 5 7 cm Weight X1 Router 5 lbs 2 27 kg Power Module 2 7 lbs 1 19 kg X1 Router Heat Dissipation 10 W 34 2 BTU Hour Power Module Unit Heat Dissipation 5 to 8 W 17 to 27 3 BTU Hour Airflow Natural Convection...

Page 22: ...tion Option 1 1 2 A TYP 65 W Option 2 9 A MAX 65 W Option 3 3 A MAX 65 W Router Input Power 24 VDC 2 7 A MAX DC Power Consumption 36 W TYP 65 W MAX DC Power Tx Output 24 VDC 1 5 A MAX 10 MHz Reference DC Power Rx Input 24 VDC 300 mA MAX 22 kHz tone Protection Internal primary current fuse on board fuse protection in the outdoor Power Module Over current protection Short circuit protection Power Fa...

Page 23: ...m Pmax 0dBm MIN 30 dB attenuation adjustable in 1 dB steps Composite Wideband Input Power 5 dBm MAX RF Power Adjustability Transmit Receive 1 0 dB Nominal Step Size Under AGC for all valid Rx input power range Typical Transmit and Receive Phase Noise dBc Hz at Typical Phase Jitter at 14 kHz to 1 MHz Frequency Phase Noise 1 kHz 75 10 kHz 85 100 kHz 95 1 MHz 105 1 8 rms Transmit Carrier Suppression ...

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Page 25: ...uter and the physical interfaces and LED on the X1 Outdoor Router This chapter contains the following sections Section 3 1 X1 Indoor Router Interfaces on page 11 Section 3 2 X1 Outdoor Router Interfaces on page 15 3 1 X1 Indoor Router Interfaces The X1 Indoor Router front panel indicators are described in Section 3 1 1 and the rear panel is described in Section 3 2 ...

Page 26: ...e LEDs to confirm the router is functioning properly The front panel indicators are shown in Figure 3 1 and described in Table 3 1 Figure 3 1 X1 Indoor Router Front Panel Indicators NOTE The LED displayed colors red yellow green indicate the state of the X1 Router and are documented in the iDX Web iSite User Guide iDX Satellite Router Installation and Commissioning Guide and iDX Release Notes The ...

Page 27: ...am carrier 2 Second Flashing Green Demodulator is locked on the Downstream carrier Network acquisition is in progress 1 Second Flashing Green Demodulator and NCR are locked on the Downstream carrier Network acquisition is in progress Solid Green Network is acquired Link Layer is up Flashing Red All LEDs simultaneously flashing red indicates a software exception or bad options file POWER Off No or ...

Page 28: ... Option 2 24 V 3 75 A CUI 2 5 mm External 24 VDC 2 7 A Opt 1 3 75 A Opt 2 power supply CUI 2 5 mm NOTE See Power Specifications Section for Options Definitions TX Out 75 ohm F Type L Band Transmit signal to Block UpConverter BUC capable of 10 MHz Reference Options 1 2 3 75 ohm F Type RX In 75 ohm F Type L band receive signal and DC power to LNB 75 ohm F Type Reset no label Internally recessed push...

Page 29: ...ring installation the Web Interface Web iSite provides four simulated LEDs reflecting the LEDs similar to the X1 Indoor Router The simulated LED displayed colors red yellow green indicate the state of the X1 Outdoor Router and are documented in the iDX Web iSite User Guide iDX Satellite Router Installation and Commissioning Guide and iDX Release Notes The definitions of the states may be software ...

Page 30: ...rew provided Vent none none Environmental pressure relief valve Transmit TX Out 75 ohm F Type L Band Transmit signal to Block Up Converter Receive RX In 75 ohm F Type L Band receive signal Reset Button None Above the RJ 45 port a small square Factory default reset location of the reset button shown in Figure 3 3 on page 16 and description of operation in Appendix E X1 Reset on page 71 LAN LAN RJ 4...

Page 31: ...terfaces 3 2 2 X1 Outdoor Router Power Module Unit Connectors The Power Module interface connectors for the X1 Outdoor Router are shown in Figure 3 4 and described in Table 3 5 The pin assignments for the AC power connector are defined in Table 3 6 on page 18 and pin assignments for the DC power connector are defined in Table 3 7 on page 18 DC 24VDC 2 7A Power Connector to Router Power Supply Conn...

Page 32: ... A DC power connector to Router Table 3 6 Pin Assignments for AC Power Module Gland 4 pin Pin Definition Diagram Ground Pin 4 1 Option 1 Live L 100 240 VAC 2 Do Not Use 3 Neutral Table 3 7 Pin Assignments for DC Power Module Gland 4 pin Pin Definition Diagram Ground Pin 4 1 Do Not Use 2 Option 2 12 36 V DC Option 3 36 76 V DC 3 DC Return Table 3 5 X1 Outdoor Router Power Module Connector Descripti...

Page 33: ...on This chapter contains the following sections Section 4 1 X1 Router Installation at a Glance on page 20 Section 4 2 Unpacking on page 21 Section 4 3 Typical Items Ordered on page 22 Section 4 4 Mounting on page 22 Section 4 5 Installation on page 22 Section 4 6 Power On on page 23 Section 4 7 Preparing the PC Laptop for Connection to Router on page 24 Section 4 8 LED Status Indicators on page 24...

Page 34: ...nds to collect dust Do not install the X1 Router on the floor Use only the iDirect approved and provided Power Module Install and ground the X1 Router according to local national codes and regulations for ground screw locations see Figure 3 2 on page 14 Always remove or disconnect ALL power connections before installing or removing a chassis Keep the staging area clear and free of dust during and ...

Page 35: ...tion 4 7 Preparing the PC Laptop for Connection to Router on page 24 10 Monitor the LED indicators with the Web Interface Web iSite as directed in Section 4 8 LED Status Indicators on page 24 11 Configure the router as indicated in Section 4 9 Configuring on page 25 12 If the router needs repacking or maintenance see Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting on page 51 4 2 Unpacking The X1 Router ...

Page 36: ...r the installation One appropriate feed assembly for the antenna OMT One BUC Block Up Converter One LNB Low Noise Block Converter 4 4 Mounting NOTE The X1 Router is designed for indoor use only 4 4 1 Guidelines for Desktop or Shelf Mounting If the X1 Router is mounted in an enclosed shelf the shelf must have adequate ventilation An enclosed shelf should have openings on the sides and top to provid...

Page 37: ...ult in damage to the BUC LNB and or X1 Router AVERTISSEMENT Ne pas connecter ou déconnecter les câbles Tx IFL ou Rx IFL quand le routeur X1 est sous tension sous risque de dommage au BUC au LNB et ou au routeur X1 4 6 2 Powering Up the System The X1 Router can be powered directly from the facility AC power source from 100 VAC to 240 VAC per specifications in Chapter 2 on page 3 WARNING Improper AC...

Page 38: ...LAN port see Section 3 1 2 X1 Indoor Router Rear Panel on page 13 location The LAN port is normally assigned to the WAN towards the VPN Its IP address is the next hop for the VPN The IP address of the X1 Router 192 168 0 1 is important to have to be able to use the Web Interface program Web iSite Ensure that the PC laptop Has an IP address that is on the same subnet of the X1 Router Includes a Net...

Page 39: ...ing When the X1 Router has been installed next step is installing the firmware and configuring the satellite router For instructions on how to do this refer to the iDX Satellite Router Installation and Commissioning Guide To download the guide go to http tac idirect net and click Satellite Routers ...

Page 40: ...26 Installation Support and Maintenance Guide X1 Series Satellite Router Configuring ...

Page 41: ...5 Mounting the External Power Module on page 35 Section 5 6 Installing Ferrite on the AC to DC Power Cable on page 37 Section 5 7 Connect Weatherproof Ethernet LAN on page 40 Section 5 8 Connect Weatherproof Tx and Rx Coax Cable and Connector on page 42 Section 5 9 Installation on page 43 Section 5 10 Connect Main Power Supply to Power Module on page 44 Section 5 11 Connect Power Module to Router ...

Page 42: ...lways remove or disconnect ALL power connections before installing or removing a chassis Keep the staging area clear and free of dust during and after installation Keep tools X1 Router components and shipping boxes away from walkway area Do not use attachments unless recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards or damage to equipment Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or int...

Page 43: ... See Section 5 9 1 Install AC Option 1 on page 43 for AC power supply input to the Power Module see Section 5 9 2 Install DC Option 2 or 3 on page 43 for either 12 36 VCD or 36 76 VDC power supply input to the Power Module 10 Install the Ferrite on the AC to DC Power Cable 11 Connect to main power supply 5 10 Connect Main Power Supply to Power Module on page 44 12 Connect the DC power cable from t...

Page 44: ...lation account for all necessary components for a complete VSAT installation If any items are missing or damaged contact the Network Operator Distributor for replacement A typical installation includes the following One X1 Outdoor Router One Power Module either Option 1 2 or 3 with connectors see Section 5 9 on page 43 Two 2 hardware mounting kits one for the X1 Outdoor Router and one for the powe...

Page 45: ... the necessary hardware is available Section 5 4 2 Router Mounting Hardware Included on page 32 Section 5 4 3 Mounting Router to a Wall or Pole on page 33 5 4 1 Pre Installation Guidelines for Mounting Configurations Follow these guidelines installing the X1 Outdoor Router When selecting the site consider accessibility availability of power signal and network cable connections and the possibility ...

Page 46: ...he bottom of the units facing downward NOTE The X1 Outdoor Router connectors and cables for power TX RX and Ethernet may be attached before or after mounting on a wall or pole The X1 Outdoor Router may be mounted to a wall or a pole by using the GLBAC WALLMOU SCC M mounting kit For easy identification the mounting kit parts are shown in Figure 5 2 The kit includes 1 mounting plate 2 stainless stee...

Page 47: ...ount on page 34 for pole mounting the router Figure 5 3 Attaching the Mounting Plate 5 4 3 1 Router Wall Mount The procedure for mounting to a wall is as follows 1 Connectors and cables for power TX RX and Ethernet may be attached before or after mounting on a wall or pole See Section 5 7 on page 40 and Section 5 10 on page 44 2 Attach the mounting plate to the router as shown in Figure 5 3 3 Moun...

Page 48: ...y be attached before or after mounting on a wall or pole See Section 5 7 on page 40 and Section 5 10 on page 44 2 Attach the mounting plate to the router as shown in Figure 5 3 3 Mount the assembly to the pole using the two stainless steel tie back straps as shown in Figure 5 5 various mounting options are shown 4 Follow the instructions in Section 5 5 Mounting the External Power Module on page 35...

Page 49: ...T GLBAC WALLMOU SCC mounting kit The kit includes 1 mounting plate 2 stainless steel tie back straps 4 wood screws 4 wood gyprock plugs anchors 4 M5x20 screws 4 flat washers for M5 screws 4 spring lock washers for M5 screws 1 spacer CAUTION The Power Module must be wall or pole mounted with the cable and power connectors on the bottom of the unit facing downward CAUTION The Power Module should be ...

Page 50: ...6 Mounting the Power Module 5 5 2 1 Wall Mounting the Power Module The procedure for mounting to a wall is as follows 1 Attach the mounting plate to the router as shown in Figure 5 6 2 Mount the assembly to the pole using the two stainless steel tie back straps as shown in Figure 5 7 Figure 5 7 Power Module Wall Mount ...

Page 51: ...le is as follows 1 Attach the mounting plate to the power module as shown in Figure 5 6 on page 36 2 Mount the Power Module assembly to the pole as shown in Figure 5 8 horizontal and vertical mounting options are shown Figure 5 8 Power Module Pole Mount 5 6 Installing Ferrite on the AC to DC Power Cable 1 The following tools are needed before installing the ferrite Scissor Measurement Device ...

Page 52: ... 2 On the AC to DC power cable identify the end of the 24 VDC cable that connects to the Power Module See Figure 5 9 Figure 5 9 24 VDC Cable End 3 On the 24 VDC cable install the Ferrite included in the kit as shown in Figure 5 10 Ensure the cable is not damaged when the Ferrite is closed Figure 5 10 Installing Ferrite ...

Page 53: ...easier application of the tape Remove the plastic liner from the tape and wrap the tape to cover the ferrite bead completely Stretch the tape approximately 3 4 its normal width Overlap each layer of the tape by matching the edge of the tape with the center guideline of the previous layer Continue the half lap wrapping procedure until you reach end Wrapping the two 4 IN tape Use both the 4 IN piece...

Page 54: ...e CAUTION All cables should be installed with a drip loop or service loop NOTE The X1 Outdoor Router connectors and cable for Ethernet may be attached before or after mounting on a wall or pole Follow these steps 1 Prepare the cable and RJ 45 connector Appendix D Ethernet RJ45 Pinouts on page 69 lists the pinout details Table D 1 on page 69 shows the pin order CAUTION Failure to follow the steps i...

Page 55: ... nut onto the cable with the threads facing the RJ45 end of the cable towards the router 3 The compression nut B has a slit so it can be placed on the cable 3 1 Clip the RJ45 connector and cable into the RJ45 receptacle 2 Screw the sealing nut A into the X1 Outdoor Unit 3 Push the compression ring B into the sealing nut A 4 Pass the lock nut body C over the compression ring B 5 Twist the lock nut ...

Page 56: ... cables should be installed with a drip loop or service loop NOTE The X1 Outdoor Router connectors and cables for power TX RX and Ethernet may be attached before or after mounting on a wall or pole 4 Completed and connected LAN assembly shown Table 5 1 RJ 45 LAN Ethernet Cable Installation Steps continued Step Instructions Diagram Table 5 2 Coax RX and TX Cable Installation Step Instructions Diagr...

Page 57: ...ctor descriptions 5 9 2 Install DC Option 2 or 3 CAUTION If negative voltages are used such as Telecom 48 V DC the negative most voltage is always connected to ve terminal in the Telecom case this would be 48 V and the positive most voltage is always connected to the ve terminal in the Telecom case this would be 0VR The Chassis can be referenced to ve ve or left floating i e not connected to eithe...

Page 58: ...r Module to Router on page 46 5 10 Connect Main Power Supply to Power Module This section details connecting the main Power Supply to the Power Module The main Power Supply may be either AC or DC current Be sure to follow the instructions for pin assignments of AC or DC power Table 5 3 on page 45 shows the detailed installation steps for the Power Module and gland assembly Figure 5 14 shows a diag...

Page 59: ...cation to cable 6 Clamp Ring 7 Sealing Nut 2 Select a cable seal size item 4 or 5 in Step 1 providing the best fit for the diameter of cable to be used 3 Table 3 6 Pin Assignments for AC Power Module Gland 4 pin on page 18 and Table 3 7 Pin Assignments for DC Power Module Gland 4 pin on page 18 shows the pin assignments for the AC and DC respectively power wires in the Female Housing Assembly 1 Co...

Page 60: ...wer source Use a voltmeter to confirm correct AC or DC voltage Remove plug to de energize the circuit 2 Connect the DC power cable into to the Power Module The connector is keyed and can only be inserted one way Hand tighten the screw nut Weather tape the assembly as needed following the manufacturer s instructions 3 Tighten and inspect the cable for final assembly Table 5 3 Power Module Power Cab...

Page 61: ...al X1 Outdoor Router DC power connection completed proceed to step 3 3 Lock the opposite end of the DC power cord into the Power Module Table 5 4 X1 Outdoor Router Power Module DC to DC Installation Instructions Step Instructions Diagram CAUTION Install power on a GFI Ground Fault Interrupter protected circuit CAUTION Improper power source rating excessive noise or transients or undersized circuit...

Page 62: ...detected and the X1 Outdoor Router is powered up the LED light is solid red If no power is detected the LED is off NOTE The Web Interface Web iSite always shows 4 simulated LEDS although the outdoor unit has a single POWER LED 5 12 3 Cold Temperature Power Up An X1 Outdoor Router operates in outdoor ambient temperatures as low as 40o F 40o C However if the satellite router is powered off long enou...

Page 63: ...ents on page xiii section for guidance to other helpful manuals NOTE While on the unit will operate without any interruptions down to a 40 C 40 C outdoor ambient temperature NOTE The Web Interface Web iSite always shows 4 simulated LEDS although the outdoor unit has a single POWER LED 5 13 Preparing the PC Laptop for Connection to the X1 Outdoor Router See Section 3 2 X1 Outdoor Router Interfaces ...

Page 64: ...as follows NOTE The LED displayed colors red yellow green indicate the state of the X1 Router and are documented in the iDX Web iSite User Guide iDX Satellite Router Installation and Commissioning Guide and iDX Release Notes The definitions of the states may be software version dependent RX LED indicates the transmitter status TX LED indicates the receiver status NET LED indicates the network acqu...

Page 65: ...s Keep the staging area clear and free of dust during and after installation Keep tools X1 Router components and shipping boxes away from walkway area Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock Cables Never use any other RF cable than what is supplied or recommended by iDirect Cleaning Do not use liquid ...

Page 66: ...unctioning or defective component module Doing so may void the warranty CAUTION This unit is not serviceable Return unit to provider for all servicing issues ATTENTION Cette unité n est pas réparable sur site Renvoyer au fournisseur pour tout réparation 6 2 1 Temperature Control The X1 Router has a built in temperature sensor The temperature sensor measures the actual circuit board temperature If ...

Page 67: ...ning or defective component module Doing so may void the warranty CAUTION This unit is not serviceable Return unit to provider for all servicing issues ATTENTION Cette unité n est pas réparable sur site Renvoyer au fournisseur pour tout réparation 6 3 1 Temperature Control The X1 Outdoor Router has a built in temperature sensor The temperature sensor measures the actual circuit board temperature I...

Page 68: ... Level 1 reset Boot into Recovery mode so that the X1 Router will have a known IP address of the default 192 168 0 1 Retrieve the options file which will list the router s current IP address and write down the current IP address Reboot with a Level 0 reset and connect with the current IP address See Appendix E X1 Reset on page 71 for more information on Reset Router cannot be accessed by Web iSite...

Page 69: ...btain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from the reseller or iDirect prior to shipping Direct customers of iDirect may contact the iDirect TAC directly to obtain an RMA number and shipping instructions Follow the shipping instructions complete the RMA form and attach the form to the outside of the shipping box ...

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Page 71: ...mplitude and Phase Shift Keying 8PSK Eight Phase Shift Keying A A TDMA Adaptive Time Division Multiple Access ABS Automatic Beam Switching AC Alternating Current ACM Adaptive Coding and Modulation ACS Antenna Control System AES Advanced Encryption Standard APSK Amplitude and Phase shift keying AWG American Wire Gauge AZ Azimuth B BB BaseBand BIM Below Decks Interface Module BIST Built In Self Test...

Page 72: ...ROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory EL Elevation EMC ElectroMagnetic Compatibility EMI ElectroMagnetic Interference ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute F FCC Federal Communication Commission FEC Forward Error Correction FID Functional ID FMECA Failure Mode Effects Criticality Analysis FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array FS Functional Specification G G T Gain ove...

Page 73: ...lti Frequency TDMA MHz Megahertz MID Manufacturer ID MIL STD US Military Standard MODCOD Modulation and Coding Msps Mega Symbols per Second MTBF Mean Time Between Failures MTBUR Mean Time Between Unscheduled Removals N NAND Not AND NF Noise Figure NOR Not OR NMS Network Management System O OAE Outside Antenna Equipment ODE Outdoor Equipment ODU Outdoor Unit OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer OMT ...

Page 74: ... Rx or RX Receive S SAS Satellite Access Station SCPC Single Channel Per Carrier SGMII Serial Gigabit Media Independent Interface SIM Subscriber Identity Module SNR Signal to Noise Ratio SRS Systems Requirement Specification SRU Shop Replaceable Unit SSB Single Side Band T TCP Transmission Control Protocol TDMA Time Division Multiple Access TFI Terminal Functional ID TMI Terminal Manufacturer ID T...

Page 75: ...ter installation B 1 Indoor Coax Installation Tools Needed Table B 1 specifies recommended tools and supplies for a typical indoor installation and Figure B 1 on page 62 shows the tools Table B 1 Recommended Installation Tools and Equipment for Indoor Coax Quantity Tool 1 Number 2 Phillips screwdriver Figure B 1 1 F Connector crimper or Compression Tool Figure B 1 1 RG 6 Coax Stripper see Figure B...

Page 76: ...eded Figure B 1 Installation Tools B 2 Outdoor ODU Coax Installation Tools Needed Table B 2 specifies the tools that are included with the order and Figure B 1 and Table B 3 specify recommended tools and supplies for a typical installation Table B 2 Tools Included in the order Quantity Tool 1 5 mm Allen wrench 1 ...

Page 77: ...ant jacket and wet location rated conductors 18AWG 18 American Wire Gauge Reference http en wikipedia org wiki American_wire_gauge 2 F type weatherproof outdoor connectors with weatherproofing gasket O ring such as Holland SLCU6 Q0 see labeled figures A and B in Figure C 5 Compression fitting F Type Weatherproof Plugs and Tool on page 68 1 RG 6 or RG 11 solid copper conductor coax outdoor rated ca...

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Page 79: ...an or equal to 400 feet 121 9 meters Before connecting the cables connectors on each end must be installed The center conductor must be straight and extend 1 8 inch 3 2 mm beyond the end of the F connector and the connector should be securely crimped to the cable NOTE iDirect does not recommend using RG 59 with solid bare copper center conductor RG 6 or RG 11 Quad Shield or other outdoor quality 7...

Page 80: ...r while cutting cables and terminating connectors The center conductor must be straight and cylindrical without any burrs Failure to do so can damage the satellite router BUC and or LNB input connector 2 Remove the jacket material and foam insulation according to the length defined under Length A in Table C 1 For RG 6 use a two step Coax Stripper such as the LC CST 1257 from Paladin Tools 3 Remove...

Page 81: ...page 66 Remove any dielectric residue 7 If the conductive foil is burred then smooth out the burr so that the edge area where the dielectric material was removed is smooth and provides a lead in for the connector mandrel 8 Install the RG 6 connector compression sleeve or mandrel top left A in Figure C 4 on page 68 over foil and underneath the braid A good weatherproof outdoor connector mandrel sho...

Page 82: ...rproof Plugs and Tool 11 Inspect and ensure that the copper center conductor only protrudes 1 8 inch 3 2 mm nominally beyond the rim of the F connector Trim if necessary CAUTION The center conductor length must be a minimum of 1 16 inch 1 6 mm to a maximum of 1 8 inch 3 2 mm protrusion beyond the rim of the F type connector It must be straight and cylindrical without any burrs at the end Failure t...

Page 83: ... auto MIDX auto sensing and will connect to a PC with the straight through Ethernet cable for Web iSite use Either crossover or straight through cables may be used with the X1 Router It is not necessary for the PC to auto sense The X1 Router LAN Ethernet port pinouts are shown in Figure D 1 and the pinouts described in Table D 1 Figure D 1 RJ 45 Cable Connectors Plug and Receptacle Table D 1 Ether...

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Page 85: ... on page 16 for reset button locations In Web iSite select the File Management menu Restart Device Restart Used to boot to a newly loaded software image and configuration Recovery recover by briefly pressing the reset button again for not more than 1 second or cycle the power off then on E 2 Level 1 Reset Level 1 reset provides a means of returning the router to factory default settings Level 1 re...

Page 86: ...72 Installation Support and Maintenance Guide X1 Series Satellite Router Level 1 Reset Use in troubleshooting see Section 6 4 Troubleshooting on page 54 ...

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