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Depending on Satellite Location, Search Type, and number of adjacent satellites a typical search will 
range from 4 to 7 minutes.  If there are a lot of adjacent satellites that do not have identifiable carriers 
search time will increase.  Try different search modes in Search Settings to see what is optimum for your 
system.  

Search Completed (iDirect X5 Modem shown).

 

 

Summary of Contents for RFM 1200

Page 1: ...RFM 960 1200 OPERATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...1 P a g e R F M O G U L 3 6 0 4 V i a T e r r a S t S a l t L a k e C i t y U T 8 4 1 1 5 R e v 5 2 0 S a l e s 8 0 1 8 9 5 3 3 9 2 s a l e s r f m o g u l c o m NOTES...

Page 3: ...7 dBi Elevation 0 80 0 80 Stowed Height 14 5 14 5 Stowed Length 56 70 Stowed Width 39 4 48 6 Deployed Height Max 55 68 Weight 170 lbs 180 lbs Operational Specs Wind Deployed 45 mph 45 mph Temperature...

Page 4: ...3 P a g e R F M O G U L 3 6 0 4 V i a T e r r a S t S a l t L a k e C i t y U T 8 4 1 1 5 R e v 5 2 0 S a l e s 8 0 1 8 9 5 3 3 9 2 s a l e s r f m o g u l c o m...

Page 5: ...eed Glide Plate 30 Antenna Control Cable attached to connector box Antenna Controller Box includes antenna controller and power supply Also included is the Antenna mounting hardware usually wrapped ag...

Page 6: ...ssembly has multiple PINCH and CUT points that during installation and operation can result in severe injuries There are hinging and moving parts that move during installation that can fall due to gra...

Page 7: ...aced in an ideal position to allow for the Feed Assembly to touch and slide on the roof surface This can be secured after the stow is tested and the Feed slides completely on the plate The Mounting Pl...

Page 8: ...once this sealant has cured removal of this plate will be difficult Check with the vehicle Manufacture to determine recommended type of hardware to use for securing the Dish Mount Dish Pan to the Veh...

Page 9: ...e Black Coax is the Receive cable connected to the LNB and the cable is usually labeled with RX at the Base The White Coax is the Transmit cable connected to a BUC Block Up Convertor or an HPA High Po...

Page 10: ...partment Place the Antenna Controller near other associated electronics router modem and make necessary connections for proper operation The DataSAT ACU 2 1RU Antenna Controller has five connections o...

Page 11: ...e you can use the DataSAT ACU 2 Antenna Controller to manually move the Antenna Elevation into a raised position to Install the Dish Reflector Use the Menu Search Up and Stow Down buttons on the front...

Page 12: ...re to the negative sides of the battery or the 24 VDC power supply and check the direction of the Elevation Dish Arms If you hear the Elevation Motors stalling then reverse the wires and test again Ra...

Page 13: ...to hold the 4 Square nuts into the Slots in the Dish Arms Also put some lube gel on the 4 Dish Bolts Do not use electric drill to screw bolts into square nuts Stainless Steel bolts will seize up Inser...

Page 14: ...nfiguration Operation Manual to complete the installation After completion of system wiring before moving the Antenna automatically one technician should remain outside with a clear view of the Antenn...

Page 15: ...to successful operation You will need to connect the Antenna Controller to a Computer to configure the system If you are planning on interfacing the Antenna Controller to an iDirect or Hughes Modem an...

Page 16: ...If you cannot access the Antenna Controller using this IP Address you can find the current IP Address using the Menu Functions from the Front Panel see LCD Menus below for more information If you stil...

Page 17: ...n both Horizontal and Vertical receive fields manually move the antenna in all 3 axis Elevation Azimuth and Skew polarity check certain Modem Status configurations Hughes and iDirect and to Configurat...

Page 18: ...trator can lock this system down with Network Name Username and Administrator Password Before exiting this page if a username and password have been added you should document these changes for future...

Page 19: ...ee above Enter RF Band Low Freq example 11 70 12 20 GHz 11700 see above Enter RF Band High Freq example 11 70 12 20 GHz 12200 see above IMPORTANT Polarity must stay HORIZONTAL Do not change this setti...

Page 20: ...to the fields above It MUST be correct or the Antenna Controller will not see the Modem Contact your ISP or IT Manager for additional support concerning the Modem setup After all changes are completed...

Page 21: ...4 1 1 5 R e v 5 2 0 S a l e s 8 0 1 8 9 5 3 3 9 2 s a l e s r f m o g u l c o m Operation HTML Move the mouse to the Search Arrow to begin Search Select Search A Search for the correct satellite will...

Page 22: ...m Depending on Satellite Location Search Type and number of adjacent satellites a typical search will range from 4 to 7 minutes If there are a lot of adjacent satellites that do not have identifiable...

Page 23: ...atellite To begin a search from the Front Panel press on the Green Search Button on Left Side of Panel From the Front Panel the current software does not allow selection of different satellites in the...

Page 24: ...e due to the Modem synchronizing with the Satellite NMC network management center Delay times for TX Lock will vary If the ACU 2 HTML page does not come up you can confirm the controller IP address by...

Page 25: ...TION DEFINITIONS Disclaimer Although every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is correct and complete no company shall be held liable for any errors or omissions in thi...

Page 26: ...RF Mogul dealer for service prior to expiration of year one 1 of the warranty period and a defect in material or workmanship is verified by RF Mogul Technical Services RF Mogul will cover the RF Mogu...

Page 27: ...t their discretion The RF Mogul antenna is inspected and tested at the factory before shipping It is packed according to the standards required by shipping companies If the antenna was received damage...

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