SurfBeam® 2 Pro Portable Terminal Operations Guide
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ROUBLESHOOTING
The following outlines potential issue a user might come across while setting up, configuring, and operating the
SurfBeam 2 Pro Portable system. Table 6-1 provides a list of potential hardware issues and the possible solutions. If
the provided solution does not resolve the issue, contact ViaSat’s NOC.
Table 6-1: Hardware Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Solution
Modem assembly does not power on.
1.
Ensure power switch is in the “ON” position
2.
Ensure power supply is connected to the modem
3.
Check to see if the LED on the power brick is functioning; if not:
a.
Ensure the power plug is fully seated
b.
Ensure power outlet/source is powered
4.
If using vehicle AC power, ensure AC adapter is configured for
120-150V and rated for 80W
Modem assembly does not allow the user to
enter into the Pointing and Peaking process.
1.
Cycle the modem assembly’s power “ON/OFF” switch
2.
Ensure all cables are fully seated (i.e., Coax, GPS, etc.)
3.
Listen for a clicking noise coming from the TRIA after the modem
assembly’s power is cycled
Modem does not populate latitude and
longitude information.
1.
Ensure the GPS cable connection with the modem assembly is
fully seated
2.
Relocate the GPS unit to another location near the terminal
3.
Cycle the modems power “ON/OFF” switch
Terminal will not Peak.
1.
Ensure the Elevation is correctly set
a.
Increase the elevation angle by 1° above the degree
amount shown on the modem’s “Status” screen
b.
Use an iPhone® or Android® smartphone app like
DishPointer® Pro to dial in the elevation degree
2.
Sweep the Azimuth slower
3.
Sweep the Azimuth for 180° and come back to the compass
bearing
Terminal experiences a low SNR during
peaking process.
1.
Ensure the Splash Plate is correct seated on the antenna
feedhorn
2.
Ensure the terminal has a clear view of the sky on the Azimuth
compass bearing
Connection speeds have slowed or stopped.
1.
Ensure the modem is online by entering 192.168.100.1 into a
Web browser window on a connected computer
2.
Ensure the Splash Plate is correct seated on the antenna
feedhorn
3.
Ensure the Edge Reflectors are securely fastened
4.
Ensure the terminal is peaked (may require the operator to re-
perform the process identified in section 3.4)