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Contents
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Contact Information ...................................................................................................................... 2
Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 4
Key Features and Specifications .............................................................................................. 4
Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 5
Limitations ........................................................................................................................................ 5
Included Items ................................................................................................................................. 5
Before First Use ............................................................................................................................... 6
Rotor System Power ................................................................................................................ 6
Rotor System Assembly ......................................................................................................... 6
Installation ........................................................................................................................................ 7
New Deployment Configuration .............................................................................................. 8
Set the Initial Heading and Azimuth ................................................................................. 8
Configuration Options ............................................................................................................ 9
Antenna Configuration...................................................................................................... 9
Magnetometer Declination (Optional).................................................................... 10
Set Baud Rate ..................................................................................................................... 10
Setting your Call Sign / Vanity Text ............................................................................... 11
Normal Operations ..................................................................................................................... 11
Manual Turn Mode ................................................................................................................ 12
Automatic Turn Mode .......................................................................................................... 13
Aborting an Auto Turn Operation ............................................................................. 13
Remote Control Mode .......................................................................................................... 14
Operational Features ................................................................................................................. 14
GPS Data ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Voltage Monitor ...................................................................................................................... 14
Calibration................................................................................................................................. 15
Rotational Stoppage – Antenna Jam.................................................................................... 15
Power-On RESET Options ....................................................................................................... 15
Voltage and Temperature Monitor ...................................................................................... 16
Remote Control ............................................................................................................................ 16
3rd Party Rotor Control Software .................................................................................. 17
Error Messages ............................................................................................................................. 18
Interconnect Information ........................................................................................................ 20
Connector Details ................................................................................................................... 20
50 Foot Cable Details ............................................................................................................ 20
Serial Communications Commands ............................................................................... 21
Technical Description................................................................................................................ 22
Minimum / Maximum Turn Explanation .......................................................................... 23
Quick User Reference ................................................................................................................ 24
Copyright 2016 © Portable Rotation, Inc.
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Introduction
Thank you for the purchase of the Portable Rotation 12 Volt Dual Axis Portable Rotator
system, Model 12PRSAT.
This system is designed with a simple to use user interface allowing easy operation
while still offering advanced features like ‘Auto Turn,’ ‘Any-Direction Calibration’ and
Remote Computer Control.
The 12PRSAT is a 12 volt portable dual axis rotor system designed for portable satellite
operations. The system is designed to support a dual antenna (VHF / UHF) installation;
one antenna on each arm for a total load of 10 pounds.
Key Features and Specifications
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Nominal Az/El rotation speed of 1RPM, or 6 degrees/Second
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3 button user interface with backlight 2x8 character LCD and 2 Notification
LEDs on the Hand Held Controller
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Full +/- 540 degree Azimuth rotation with 1 Degree minimum movement /
resolution
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180 degree Elevation movement – Limited from 0 to 180 degree. 1 Degree
minimum movement / resolution
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PWM motor control with two user controlled turning speeds
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3 Modes of operation:
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Manual antenna movement
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Automatic antenna movement
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Remote computer controlled movement
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User programmable Vanity Display message
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‘Any-Direction Calibration’ offering easy antenna system deployment
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Antenna Rotation Jam detection with auto stop
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4 Conductor Shielded Rotor Cable (50 foot length provided)
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USB Computer interface supporting the GS232A Az/El Rotator Control
Protocol.
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150mA idle current, less than 500mA normal turning current at 12.5 Volts,
both axis – Heavy Turning Loads over 1 Amp
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12VDC 200ma Accessory power out on Rotor Unit
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Optional GPS Receiver for field portable location reporting
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Optional Auto-calibration feature
