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LIGADO NETWORKS 

MSATe INSTALLATION GUIDE

Introduction

The purpose of this guide is to provide assistance to personnel 
installing the MSATe mobile satellite radio equipment. The guide starts 
off by providing installation-specific information on each component of 
the radio. Installation tips are then offered for fixed-site and vehicular 
scenarios. A section on commissioning instructions follows. The guide 
concludes with a troubleshooting section. 

INSTALLATION WARNING

Warning

: This product is to be installed by Authorized Service 

Personnel. Damages resulting in the failure to conform to 
the instructions found herein, as well as standard installation 
practices, will be the responsibility of the installer. Failure to 
follow the guidelines in this installation manual will void all 
warranties related to the MSATe Mobile Satellite Radio.

MSATE MOBILE SATELLITE RADIO

The MSATe mobile satellite radio is comprised of three core component 
parts: the transceiver unit (the small black box), the antenna system 
(white dome) and the handset. 

Figure 1 – MSATe Mobile Satellite Radio Components

Summary of Contents for MSATE

Page 1: ...Mobile Satellite Radio Installation Guide...

Page 2: ...or errors contained herein The information in this document is subject to change without notice Ligado Networks makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to...

Page 3: ...et Information 13 INSTALLING THE ANTENNA UNIT 15 Antenna Cable Lengths and Types 15 Vibrations 16 Installing the 2 Axis Land Mobile Antenna 17 Mobile Installation 17 Fixed Site Installation 22 Install...

Page 4: ...section INSTALLATION WARNING Warning This product is to be installed by Authorized Service Personnel Damages resulting in the failure to conform to the instructions found herein as well as standard i...

Page 5: ...communications over the Ligado network It also distributes power to the handset and Antenna Unit AU An optional external speaker may be connected to the TU for remote monitoring Serial and Ethernet p...

Page 6: ...r Unit Ports Figure 3 Transceiver Unit Port Diagram POWER PORT The power port is the connection from the power supply vehicle battery or some other 12 VDC power source to the TU The power cable has a...

Page 7: ...e expansion of functionality The port supplies standard Ethernet line levels and supports all defined control line signaling The pinout of the port supports a direct straight through connection to a P...

Page 8: ...Terminal Ready 5 GND Signal Ground GND Signal Ground GND Signal Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready 7 RTS Request To Send PTT Push To Talk 8 CTS Clear To Send CTT Clear To Transmit 9 RI Ring Indicator Table...

Page 9: ...ceive 5 12 VDC 6 Ground 7 Audio RX Speaker 8 Audio RX Speaker Table 3 Handset Connector Pin Out EXTERNAL SPEAKER PORT A 3 5 mm mono connection is provided for a 4W 8Ohm speaker System Power Requiremen...

Page 10: ...lly the vehicle battery Cables should be routed appropriately and cable ties and clamps should be used as required to ensure that vibration and or rubbing of the cables does not occur POWER CABLE ASSE...

Page 11: ...range wire ignition Sense to a switched 12 VDC source such as ignition switch or fuse block Extend use of ignition sense in accessory position ACC by the end user may lead to a discharged car battery...

Page 12: ...radio cables and power cables together Always disconnect the negative side of the vehicle battery prior to any electrical work Whenever routing cable through holes drilled in metal or through bulkhea...

Page 13: ...o a flat surface using at least four 4 screws not supplied Use screws with diameter between 3 to 4 5 mm Vibration resistant screws or lock washers should be used Choose any suitable holes and slots on...

Page 14: ...14 LIGADO NETWORKS MSATe INSTALLATION GUIDE MOUNT BRACKET HOLE DIMENSION Figure 9 Transceiver Unit Mounting Bracket Dimensions...

Page 15: ...y high power and low noise amplifier systems and a tracking system Two AU versions exist a 2 axis unit intended for land mobile and fixed site installations and a 3 axis unit for the maritime environm...

Page 16: ...Grms with the following spectral density 5 20 Hz 0 02G2 Hz 20 150 Hz 3dB octave And further Single Frequency Vibration 5 10 Hz with amplitude 2 54mm 10 15 Hz with amplitude 0 76mm 15 25 Hz with amplit...

Page 17: ...to ensure there is a clear line of site to the satellite s in all directions After the radio is commissioned and operational it is recommended that the signal strength be checked while the vehicle is...

Page 18: ...bber washers just below and above each leg the stainless steel washer above the upper washer and the M5 protective nut on top Use torque of 2 5 Nm Now place the antenna with magnets on the roof of the...

Page 19: ...o unscrew the antenna first and remove the magnets separately PERMANENT INSTALLATION ON A VEHICLE 1 Always install antenna in a horizontal position even if the surface roof of vehicle is not horizonta...

Page 20: ...is different An Installation Kit is included with every antenna It contains the washers that are always used three standard 10mm plastic spacers used for a typical installation on a non tilting surfa...

Page 21: ...t at short intervals An unsupported length of cable will vibrate when driving or get entangled with e g overhead trees This could affect the lifetime of the cable CLEANING The antenna can be cleaned a...

Page 22: ...es into contact with a power line do not try to remove it yourself Contact your local power company When installing an antenna assembly do not use a metal ladder If the antenna assembly starts to drop...

Page 23: ...t Part No SPAC M00425 6pcs Plastic Bushings Part No SPAC M01515 for Radome Type C9 6pcs Washer Part No SPAC M90 10062 6pcs Screw M6x40 Part No SPAC M90 10205 for Radome Type C9 2pcs U bolt Part No SPA...

Page 24: ...ce for the radome base drainage holes The 44 mm U clamps are placed around the pole mount leaving the 52 mm U clamps for the mast Small tolerances in the mast diameter can be compensated by simply ben...

Page 25: ...ouble free throughout its service life Any installation must comply with all applicable maritime and Coast Guard codes and regulations MARITIME POLE MOUNT KIT The Maritime Pole Mount Kit Ligado Produc...

Page 26: ...will also protect the connector from water and dust Bushings Part No SPAC M01515 This is used to ensure NO electrical contact between the chassis of the antenna inside the dome and the mounting pole S...

Page 27: ...ified torque refer to figure 19 PLUG PART NO SPAC M01620 This is used for partly closing the bottom of the Mounting Pole so that no surge of water will fill the tube or damage any part of antenna Any...

Page 28: ...this is fastened to the ship using standard clamps rather than welding This will enable the post to be laid down in case removal of the antenna is required Figure 18 Maritime Antenna Installation Ins...

Page 29: ...Layout The handset comes equipped with 2 05m 6 7ft coiled type cable It is rated for 7 6m 25 ft of cable CAT5 or better is recommended HANDSET CABLE PART LENGTH Handset Side Straight 0 2m 8 Coiled 0...

Page 30: ...ce personnel If the unit has never been commissioned it will power up in dealer mode You can also access this function even after the unit has been commissioned if you are authorized to do so Power up...

Page 31: ...ssful you will receive a failure message Network indicates that commissioning has failed refer to Error Code Diagnostics on the following pages Contact your Service Provider for assistance Error Code...

Page 32: ...SAT network If signal strength bars are not seen the radio cannot receive a satellite signal If the condition persists check the radio has a clear view of the southern sky and that the antenna is conn...

Page 33: ...antenna signal to the satellite is blocked Ensure that the antenna has a clear line of sight to the satellite X OVER FAILURE Signifies that the user has initiated a manual beam cross over to a beam t...

Page 34: ...be sent in for repair WRONG LOCK CODE Signifies the user has entered the wrong Handset Lock Code If you cannot remember the lock code default is 0000 enter the SYSTEM password default 1234 when prompt...

Page 35: ...when the problems occur i e always when it rains always at 9 a m in the summertime but not the wintertime etc How long has the problem existed When did it first show up Is it intermittent or is it alw...

Page 36: ...ED PROBLEMS 1 MT will not power up Start by checking that the power supply is working properly Check the power level supplied by the cable going into the TU Check that the power cable is securely conn...

Page 37: ...27 94 cm Power Input voltage 12 to 15 6 VDC Input current 6 Amps max Fuses Fuse ATM Mini Fuse 7 5A 32V 12 t 40 70 Littelfuse part num 029707 5 CAUTION For continued protection against risk of fire re...

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