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Installation Guide 84464  Rev. 2 

SAFETY 

The VesseLINK system should only be installed by a qualified professional installer of Maritime 
electronic systems.  Improper installation could lead to system failure or could result in injury to 
personnel on board the vessel.  The following are general safety precautions and warnings that all 
personnel  must  read  and  understand  prior  to  installation,  operation  and  maintenance  of  the 
VesseLINK system.  Each chapter may have other specific warnings and cautions. 
 
 
 

 

WARNING 

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SHOCK HAZARD

 

The VesseLINK system is a sealed system and is not meant to be opened 
for repair in the field by operators or technicians. Covers must remain in 
place at all times on the BDU and ADU to maintain the warranty terms. 
Make  sure  the  system  is  correctly  grounded  and  power  is  off  when 
installing, configuring and connecting components.  
 
 

 
 

 

WARNING

 

DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE 

This equipment is not designed to be operated in explosive environments 
or in the presence of combustible fumes. Operating this or any electrical 
equipment in such an environment represents an extreme safety hazard. 
 
 

 
 

 

Содержание VesseLINK VF350BM

Страница 1: ...7 COPYRIGHT 2017 THALES DEFENSE SECURITY INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED This document contains technology controlled for export by the U S Department of Commerce in accordance with Export Administration Regulations Diversion contrary to U S law prohibited VesseLINK Installation Guide ...

Страница 2: ...f Commerce in accordance with Export Administration Regulations EAR Diversion contrary to U S law prohibited Include this notice with any reproduced portion of this document Revision History WARNING INFORMATION SUBJECT TO EXPORT CONTROL RESTRICTIONS This document contains technology controlled for export by the U S Department of Commerce in accordance with Export Administration Regulations EAR Div...

Страница 3: ...and completeness of the material in this document The information in this document is subject to change without notice Thales and any other Thales trademark or Thales service mark referred to or displayed in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of Thales Legal Notices This product is subject to a Limited Warranty Limitations Exclusions and Terms and Conditions which can be found o...

Страница 4: ...lf in the defense of any such claims or actions Indemnity User agrees to defend indemnify and hold Thales harmless with respect to any claims or actions by any governmental entities or other third parties related to any violation of law with use of the Product or Accessories misuse of the Product or Accessories under these Terms and Conditions or any other violation of these Terms and Conditions a...

Страница 5: ...de available by Thales with the Software in any manner USER shall use the Software solely as embedded for operation of this product No other licenses are granted by implication estoppel or otherwise Thales Product Warranty Claim Process Please see the Thales website at www thalesdsi com ...

Страница 6: ...CK UNIT BDU 1 6 ABOVE DECK UNIT ADU 1 7 2 1 MOUNTING THE ABOVE DECK UNIT ANTENNA 2 1 POLE MOUNTING OPTIONAL 2 4 INSTALLING THE BELOW DECK UNIT 2 5 CONNECTING POWER TO THE BDU 2 7 SYSTEM STATUS INDICATORS 2 10 3 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES TROUBLESHOOTING 3 1 TROUBLESHOOTING 3 1 CONNECTOR DETAILS 3 2 4 1 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 4 1 5 1 VESSELINK QUICK START GUIDE PN 3402131 1 5 1 ...

Страница 7: ...FIGURE 2 5 THALES ANTENNA MOUNTING BRACKET SHOWN WITH POLES NOT INCLUDED 2 4 FIGURE 2 6 TOP VIEW BDU MOUNTING SLOTS AND TEMPLATE INCLUDED IN KIT 2 5 FIGURE 2 7 INSTALLING SIM CARD AND ENGAGING THE LOCK 2 6 FIGURE 2 8 WI FI ANTENNA SIM CARD AC DC POWER ADAPTER AND ANTENNA CABLE INSTALLED 2 6 FIGURE 2 9 AC DC POWER SUPPLY 2 7 FIGURE 2 10 24V DC POWER CONNECTION 2 8 FIGURE 2 11 24V DC POWER CONNECTIO...

Страница 8: ... VesseLINK User Manual Document 84469 located on the Thales website This VesseLINK system contains the Below Deck Unit BDU the Above Deck Unit ADU or antenna an AC DC power supply a Wi Fi antenna mounting hardware and connection cables The Thales VesseLINK product has been designed with simplicity in mind but more details may be found in the in depth User Manual The following terminology is used t...

Страница 9: ...ay have other specific warnings and cautions WARNING USHOCK HAZARD The VesseLINK system is a sealed system and is not meant to be opened for repair in the field by operators or technicians Covers must remain in place at all times on the BDU and ADU to maintain the warranty terms Make sure the system is correctly grounded and power is off when installing configuring and connecting components WARNIN...

Страница 10: ...wave frequencies that can be harmful to individuals While the unit is operating personnel should maintain a minimum safe distance of 1 0 meters 3 3 ft from the antenna The antenna should be mounted in an area that prevent the possibility of close exposure to the antenna s radiation Figure 1 1 MINIMUM Safe Distance From Antenna ...

Страница 11: ...emplates PN 3900014 and 3900011 Quick Start Guide PN 3402131 1 VesseLINK Kit VF700BV includes everything in the VL350BM kit plus Thales IP Handset with 6 coil cord Note The SIM card is provided by the airtime service provider and may be packaged separately from this kit OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Thales Stainless Steel Antenna Mounting Plate PN 85736 001 50m 164 ft BDU to ADU RF Coaxial Cable PN 855033 ...

Страница 12: ...1 5 Installation Guide 84464 Rev 2 Figure 1 2 VesseLINK System with Accessories ...

Страница 13: ... power switch one RJ 14 jack for POTS Plain Old Telephone Service Phone three POE Power over Ethernet RJ 45 connections for VoIP phones or Ethernet and one WAN Wide Area Network connection Figure 1 4 BDU Front Panel Detail Length 12 inches 30cm Width 9 inches 23cm Height 3 Inches 7 6cm Weight 7 5 lbs 3 4kg BDU ...

Страница 14: ...he ADU also referred to as antenna is a standalone unit that connects to the BDU through a single coaxial cable DC power RF transmit and receive signals control data and GPS data are communicated between the ADU and BDU using this single coaxial cable Connect provided cable to the antenna after installing the antenna and before connecting it to the BDU The connector is shown in Chapter 2 Figure 1 ...

Страница 15: ...for pole mounting instructions Keys to successful installation of the VesseLINK Antenna Mount where antenna is at least the minimum safety distance away from vessel personnel 1 0 m Mount antenna with unobstructed Full View of the sky Figure 2 1 Any blockage to part of the sky by metal objects could result in loss of connection and or poor data speeds Mount antenna level parallel to Main Deck Keep ...

Страница 16: ...2 2 Installation Guide 84464 Rev 2 Figure 2 1 Placing Antenna for optimum performance Distance d 2 0m for S Band up to 50kW d 4 0m for X C Bands up to 50kW Figure 2 2 Placing Antenna With Existing Radar ...

Страница 17: ...tail The antenna is mounted with either four M6 torque to 6 N m 4 4 ft lbs or four M10 torque to 28 N m 20 6 ft lbs stainless steel bolts included with KIT 1100791 501 as appropriate for the chosen mounting pattern on the base of the antenna Anti seize compound included should be applied to the stainless hardware immediately prior to installation Never exceed the recommended torque values on mount...

Страница 18: ...racket is designed to work on standard 1 9 inch with included bushing 52mm and 3 inch poles poles not included This bracket has mounting holes that match the M6 mounting points on the bottom of the antenna The mounting bracket can be ordered by calling Thales at 1 800 914 0303 Option 3 Figure 2 5 Thales Antenna Mounting Bracket Shown With Poles Not Included ...

Страница 19: ... the four corner mounting slots Figure 2 6 and provided hardware Included in each kit are mounting templates if custom mounting hardware becomes needed for your application VesseLINK can be mounted in any orientation but for best performance it is recommended to be mounted horizontally with the Thales logo facing up This will give the best protection against any spills or dripping water and allows...

Страница 20: ... power supply cable and connect the provided 25m RF cable that goes to the antenna All connections are shown in Figure 2 8 Figure 2 7 Installing SIM Card and Engaging The Lock Figure 2 8 Wi Fi Antenna SIM Card AC DC Power Adapter and Antenna Cable Installed NOTE The BDU should be grounded Use a 14 AWG or larger ground wire to connect the BDU to earth ground during normal use ...

Страница 21: ...DC optional DC power cable available Part 855024 020 o RED 10 32VDC o BLACK GND o Yellow Ignition Switch Turns BDU on off through a remote switch connection or vessel ignition Leave unconnected for BDU front panel switch operation on off VesseLINK Maritime kits come standard with universal power 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz AC mains to 12 Volt DC adaptor 84670 001 and US and EU standard AC plugs Optional ...

Страница 22: ...the fuse panel or external switch that is dedicated to the BDU for operating when the vessel s main ignition is off See Figure 2 10 for further details Take special note that when connected to a battery for operation and the yellow ignition line is tied directly to main power red line the only method to power down the BDU will be to turn off the main power connection on the BDU and this is NOT rec...

Страница 23: ...ring any device from 24V DC systems It is important that 24V systems use the correct GND scheme that ensures unit is connected to the system s lowest potential usually chassis GND Otherwise damage to the BDU and antenna are likely and could void the warranty Figure 2 11 24V DC Power Connection ...

Страница 24: ...g RED Critical fault major issue Satellite Solid BLUE Connected and passing data over satellite Solid GREEN System functioning properly Flashing GREEN Acquiring satellite Solid RED Fault minor issue Flashing RED Critical fault major issue Wi Fi OFF Wi Fi OFF Flashing GREEN Wi Fi busy Solid Green System functioning properly Solid RED Fault minor issue Flashing RED Critical fault major issue NOTE Th...

Страница 25: ...er option is secured to BDU Check AC DC Power supply Brick is connected to AC Power Check Power D SUB 10 32V DC cable polarity is correct Check to ensure Ignition line is connected to switched line or connected to Red Positive line for continuous operation No or Weak WI FI Signal Connect Wi Fi antenna TOP LED Flashing Green Start up in progress Wait until unit has run diagnostics and completed sta...

Страница 26: ...ted voice into terminal optional 5 SOS_IN SOS remote functionality Ground pin to activate internal SOS 6 GPI01 Software configurable GPIO pin 1 future 7 RS232_TD RS232 Output future 8 GND2 Ground 9 Audio_In Radio Gateway functionality differential Hi Z Audio Input from external Radio 10 Audio_Out Radio Gateway functionality Differential Low Z Audio Output to external radio mic input 11 RadioPTT Ra...

Страница 27: ...pe KPPX 4x connector or similar Figure 3 2 12V Input and Mating Connector Detail BDU 10 32VDC Connection Detail Type 680M7W2103L201 connector or similar A1 V 10 32VDC A2 V GND Pin 5 Ignition Figure 3 3 10 32 VDC and Mating Connector Detail Pin 1 A1 A2 Pin 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Страница 28: ...4 1 Installation Guide 84464 Rev 2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Contact your Thales representative for a copy of the FCC Compliance statement ...

Страница 29: ...5 1 Installation Guide 84464 Rev 2 VESSELINK QUICK START GUIDE PN 3402131 1 ...

Страница 30: ...eters A typical VoIP phone configuration is shown below VoIP 1 will receive calls on line 1 of your SIM User 1001 Password 1001 Host sip thaleslink Protocol udp or tcp VoIP 2 will receive calls on line 2 of your SIM User 1002 Password 1002 Host sip thaleslink Protocol udp or tcp VoIP 3 will receive calls on line 3 of your SIM User 1003 Password 1003 Host sip thaleslink Protocol udp or tcp VesseLIN...

Страница 31: ...WAN port on the BDU 2 Via the network settings on your computer s operating system select and connect to VesseLINK connection 3 Open a web browser and type http portal thaleslink 4 Click LOGIN button Enter admin for Username and admin for Password 5 As a default no changes to setup are necessary but advanced users may want to configure to their preferred system settings 6 At this time it is advise...

Страница 32: ...Thales Defense Security Inc 22605 Gateway Center Drive Clarksburg MD 20871 Toll Free 1 800 324 6089 Phone 240 864 7000 Fax 240 864 7920 Email Customer Service thalesdsi com Website www thalesdsi com ...

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