SkyEdgeII Modem
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2.3.
Hardware Connection
Connect the AAQ antenna controller to the SkyEdge II modem through the desired means. The AAQ controller
supports serial (RS232) and Ethernet communications to the modem and can be configured to use either depending on
the necessary networking scheme.
Serial Communication Connection
2.3.1.
The interfacing occurs via RS232 serial port connected to the antenna at 9600-N-8-1 baud without any authentication
or encryption in the link. Refer to section 3.1 for settings. To enable interfacing, it is not required to log in to the
SkyEdgeII modem.
Figure 2 – Serial Setup
Ethernet Hardware Setup
2.3.2.
When setting the system to communicate by Ethernet it an Ethernet to Serial server must be used. The AAQ
Controller will be connected to the port labeled AAQ on the AvL CIP (Controller Interface Panel). The Ethernet
connection from the Ethernet to Serial server will be connected to one of the LAN ports on the CIP. The Serial
connection from the Ethernet to Serial server will connect to the Serial port on the back of the modem. To enable
interfacing, it is not required to log in to the SkyEdgeII modem.
Figure 3 – Ethernet Setup
Note: Be sure to connect power to each device.
