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H3 is available in a “Stand alone” or a 1RU Rack Mount Mobile Satellite Antenna Controller User and Installation Manual Firmware Version 1.0.9 16 February 2011...
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HTML and Telnet Security The DataStorm H3 Satellite Antenna Controller The DataStorm H3 Satellite Antenna Controller is one of the most advanced Satellite Antenna Controllers available. Simple User operation combined with many advanced configurable features will allow the flexibility needed for almost any application anywhere.
Table of Contents Getting Started Connection and Configuration Using the SD Card for Setup Quick Setup H3 Normal Operation Front Panel Operation HTML Operation Find a Satellite Stow Dish Standard Functions System Status (Main Page) Modem Status About Configuration Functions...
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H3 (System) Wiring H3 Rear Panel H3 Bottom View Wiring Diagram Serial Cable (Optional) Power Supply Specifications Mechanical Electrical Diagnostics Controller Start Up Test Telnet Diagnostics Telnet Screens Message Codes DataStorm H3 Messages Codes...
Getting Started! If this is a new system install or just upgrading to the new H3 Controller it is important to follow the guidelines below to insure the system functions properly. Connection and Configuration! Nearly all technical support calls on new installations are due to bad or improper wiring, or incorrect configurations.
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Using the SD Card, LoadOnce Folder, place a new H3firmware.hex file in the LoadOnce folder. Place into H3 SD Card Slot, turn ON power. Wait for status indicators to scroll from left to right. When controller restarts the new firmware is updated.
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Sat Table and Config Files should be exported. See Import/Export Files page 61. After exporting these files to the PC, remove the SD Card from the H3 Card Slot and connect the SD Card to your PC. Save the Config file and Sat Table to the H3 Files Folder on the SD Card for backup.
The Front Panel has three Buttons. The Power Button is used to turn the H3 Controller ON and OFF. When powered ON, the Green LED to the Left of the Power Button will illuminate. On power up the controller will take about 15 seconds to initialize. The Power, LNB, and LAN LED’s should be illuminated when controller is ready for use.
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H3 is powered ON. LNB Light (Blue) will illuminate when a Modem is connected to the H3 and power is applied to the Modem. If the H3 is configured to Generic Mode then the H3 will supply LNB power. LAN Light (Blue) is illuminated when a network connection is detected.
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IMPORTANT! The LAN Light must be ON before the web browser can open. To use the HTML Interface you must access the H3 by using a standard Web Browser such as Internet Explorer, Netscape, or Mozilla. Open the Browser as you normally would then type into the address bar the IP Address of the H3 Controller.
Find a Satellite (Search) Before the System will begin a search the LNB and LAN status indicators must be illuminated. The GPS indicator will illuminate when valid GPS is acquired. Clicking on the Search button will cause the Antenna to begin a search for the Default Satellite.
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Antenna Mount position and the current Satellite information while the Search is in progress. System Status Screen Searching Sky Under normal search conditions the H3 Controller will search for a Reference Satellite(s) that is near the true southern part of the sky based upon the current GPS Longitude.
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The H3 may find and peak several satellites before identifying a valid satellite. Once a Reference Satellite is identified the H3 will calculate and move directly to the Selected Target Satellite. The H3 will peak the satellite for maximum Signal Quality at that location. After the peak is completed the H3 will reconfirm the Target Satellite Identification.
Clicking on the Stow button will cause the Antenna to begin the Stow routine. The System will begin to stow and the H3 Front Panel will show Stow and Busy Lights flashing. The HTML Status Screen will show Stowing Dish.
• Modem Status Page • About Page System Status Page The System Status Page is the first screen (main index page) the H3 controller will open when using HTML. From this page all other functions can be accessed. System Status Page...
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The main frame of the System Status page (white) includes the Search, Stow and Stop Commands along with status indicators. In the lower area of the Status page mount and satellite position information is displayed. Sensors Dish Elevation displays the current position of the Antenna in respect to it respective stowed position.
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Modem Status Page The Modem Status Page currently is available only for the Hughes (HNS) Modems. This link offers a direct connection to the HNS Status page as shown below. Modem Status Page...
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The About Page offers general information about MotoSAT and the H3 Controller. As shown below you will find MotoSAT information such as Phone Numbers, Fax Numbers, Email Accounts, and our Web Address. You will also find H3 Controller information like Firmware Version, Modem Type, Router/Gateway IP Address and Modem or internal ESN (serial) numbers.
MESA and MESSENGER. Along with the type of mount, adjustments for Satellite Location, LNB Frequencies, Polarity and many other options need to be set for the H3 to function properly based on user application. The following pages below describe how this is done.
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(Default) Local Address (192.168.1.250) Setting required The Local Address is the internal Ethernet Address of the H3 Controller. This address is set at 192.168.1.250 from the factory but can be changed based on the customer network requirements. Subnet Mask (255.255.255.0) Setting required Default to 255.255.255.0, see your IT manager if changes to this value are...
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) not case sensitive If security is required the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller can lock down the HTML and Telnet sessions allowing the user to only use the H3 Front Panel Controls, FIND, STOW and POWER. Create a User name in this field.
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Search Settings Page The Search Settings Page allows the user to configure the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller with specific information pertaining to the modem, satellite, and polarization necessary to find, peak and track the correct satellite(s). Each Setting is described in detail below.
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West (W). Modem LNB (LNB A) The H3 Controller has the ability to search using one LNB and then switch to a second LNB for proper Modem operation. In most cases all LNB Search settings should be set to LNB A.
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RX Polarity (Horizontal) Setting required This is a critical setting. The Bandwidth Provider (VAR) will supply the RX polarization required for the modem to lock to the correct RF carrier. This will be either H (horizontal) or V (vertical) polarized. This must be correct for the Modem to operate properly.
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Search LNB (LNB A) The H3 Controller has the ability to search using one LNB and then switch to a second LNB for proper Modem operation. Under normal conditions the Modem LNB, Search LNB, and Target LNB will be set to LNB A.
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50. The lower this value can be set the wider view of the sky for a quicker search. If this value is set too low the H3 will begin to stop on false targets such as trees, lights, and buildings. The higher this value is set the narrower the sky view search angle.
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Search Settings Page Page 2 of 2 Config Name (Default) Azimuth Search Window (21) The Azimuth Search Window sets the Satellite ID Table size with respect to the Reference (initial) Satellite Longitude and the Target Satellite Longitude. In addition to setting the Sat Table ID size it also sets the maximum search window in degrees the Azimuth will move in either direction from the calculated Target Satellite Location.
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(17) This is the lowest Satellite Look Angle allowed by the H3 Controller when in search mode. From the factory the H3 is set with an angle of 17 degrees. Once the Dish is mounted on a roof or platform this value can be changed as necessary as long as full Azimuth Rotation will not cause the LNB to hit objects in this rotation.
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Dual Verification is used in areas where high RF Reflectivity could cause the H3 to stop and peak on a reflected RF signals. This is normally in an area with multi-story steel or glass buildings. When Enabled the H3 must...
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ON for Motion Stow to work. Note: Some vehicles may disable the AC power when the ignition has been turned ON. If the DC Power Supply that runs the H3 is on this AC Power circuit then Motion Stow will not work. Inclined Orbit...
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When Location Mode is set to GPS (5 min wait) the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller will wait for up to 5 minutes for GPS to acquire location lock. If GPS has locked before 5 minutes the H3 will begin a Search with the new GPS location information.
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GPS location information already stored in the Latitude and Longitude boxes. Manual When Location Mode is set to Manual the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller will begin a Search for Satellite immediately based on the current Latitude and Longitude values placed in the Search Settings by the user.
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Satellite Selection Drop Down box Note: The first selection shown in the Satellite Selection Drop Down box is the Default Satellite. This Satellite is configured in Search Settings Satellite Longitude. Satellite Selection Polarity If set to Receive, the search will set the LNB (Receive) Signal to the polarity indicated in the Satellite Search Drop Down Box.
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The Satellite Selection Window (in degrees) selects the total number of Satellites that will be displayed in the Satellite Selection Drop Down box on the System Status Page. The Window is centered on the Satellite Selection Longitude. Note: Only Satellites in this window can be selected or used for identification.
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The RF Configuration Page allows the user to properly set the LNB parameters of each LNB used on a specific MotoSAT Dish Mount. The H3 Satellite Antenna Controller will set the default parameters in the RF Configuration Settings after an NVClear has been performed based on the MotoSAT Dish Mount connected.
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Using LNB A LNB A is one physical LNB (same mechanical package). Currently most MotoSAT Dish Mounts are mechanically configured with one LNB and one BUC ((Block Up Convertor) or HPA (High Powered Amplifier)). The LNB is set Cross Pol (90 degrees opposite) field to the BUC. This is the typical configuration for most Linear (FSS) type of Satellites Antennas because of waveguide (OMT) expenses.
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A Search Path is a unique setup of one specific way an LNB can be configured for use. These search paths work in conjunction with the H3 Satellite Table and Search Configurations to determine the best way to Find and ID a Satellite.
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Data Sheet for that particular LNB. The H3 Controller can supply 13 or 18 Volts to the LNB with up to 750 mA of current. Select a Voltage that falls within the LNB Specs.
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As of the writing of this manual Hybrid LNB/BUC modules are not in common use. These modules combine many of the capabilities of the RF Configuration Settings to operate properly. Please contact MotoSAT Customer Support if you have one of these devices and your H3 can not be configured properly.
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LNB’s that can be set. Note: If you want the H3 Antenna Controller to use all possible LNB options in Search Mode then you must set as many Search Paths in LNB A as possible. You can duplicate only those Search Paths you need for LNB-B if you are using LNB-B for peaking or Modem.
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Search Path and set all Search Path configurations as required for that LO Frequency. To determine if an LNB will work with the H3 Controller and the Data Modem add or subtract the Satellite RF Band from the LO. The resultant frequencies should in the 950-2150 MHz range.
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The small probe shown in the rectangular slot of the LNB or BUC is the actual receiving “Antenna” of the LNB. As shown above the small probe (Antenna) is what determines the polarity or the LNB or BUC. The LNB is always Cross Pol to the BUC with these mount types unless a special waveguide is ordered and assembled on to the Dish Mount.
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A physical SHIM Kit can put the BUC in the Vertical Field which also reverses the LNB Polarity/Voltage. When this happens the Search Paths need to be corrected for proper operation. HNS Shim Horizontal TX HNS Shim Vertical TX...
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Setting required Setting the correct Minimum RF Frequency value of the LNB will allow the search and ID routines of the H3 to operate efficiently. RF Minimum Frequency is determined by adding or subtracting the LO Frequency (Local Oscillator Frequency) from the lowest IF Frequency the LNB can output.
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WARNING! system to not function properly. Any adjustments to these setting should be performed under the supervision of a certified MotoSAT installer or through MotoSAT Technical Support. Technical Support 1-800-247-7486 If you have made adjustments to any of the settings below and the dish no longer will perform a complete Calibrate Dish (Test Dish) you should perform an NVClear and run another Calibrate Dish before contacting MotoSAT Technical Support.
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We recommend whenever possible to make mechanical adjustments to the Dish Mount before making configuration changes to the H3 Controller. When changes are made to the H3 Controller for Dish Mount adjustments the customer will be responsible for insuring the H3 Controller if replaced or NVCleared has re-installed all configurations necessary for the Dish Mount to function properly.
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Elevation Origin. Depending on type of Dish Mount the H3 controller will set a default Elevation Origin value in configuration. This value can be changed and exported to a configuration file.
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Skew Offset The H3 Controller use GPS Location to calculate the correct Horizontal and Vertical Skew Angles of a specific satellite base upon the Dish location on earth. However, some Satellites in the Clarke Orbit are Skewed off several degrees from what should be a true H/V based upon their Longitudal position.
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The H3 Satellite Antenna Controller will detect what type of Mount is installed. Every mount has different counts, motor start up torques, running speeds, and limits. Listed below are the current defaults for each mount. These values may change as...
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Note: After performing an NVClear and restarting the H3 Controller you can type “showconfig” in a telnet session to see what the current default settings are for the Dish Mount connected to the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller. The default values are listed below for each Dish Mount Type...
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Every Dish Mount manufactured by MotoSAT is Quality Inspected and Tested to exceed minimum specification for operation and performance. Every Dish Mount tested will vary in motor running currents because of variances in factory motor specifications, bearing tolerances, material tolerances, and even shipping jarring.
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Azimuth Torque Limit Call MotoSAT Azimuth Torque Limit (AzTorqueLimit) is the maximum input motor torque allowed during dish movement. If this value is exceeded the H3 Controller will reset the current PWM back to the PWM Low (AzPwmLow setting and continue to move the Dish Mount.
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The lower this value can be set and still perform reliably the better overall performance of the mount. If this value is set too low the H3 controller will not function properly and display different motor error messages.
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The Azimuth Stall Timeout (AzStallTimeout) sets the maximum allowed time that Azimuth Torque Limit (AzTorqueLimit) and Azimuth Current Limit (AzCurrentLimit) can exceed their values before the H3 Controller stops the Dish Mount. This time is displayed in milliseconds (ms) where 1000 ms = 1 second.
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The Azimuth Count Resolution (AzCountResolution) displays the actual counts per degree of the Dish Mount. All MotoSAT Dish Mounts use some type of position counters to determine the actual location of the mount relative to the Stowed position. Each mount and every motor (AZ, EL, SK) output different numbers of counts per degree.
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Dish Light (Enabled) Enabled Under normal use when the Dish Light is Enabled the DataStorm Dish will have a glowing Blue reflection off of the Dish surface when the dish is deployed. When the Dish is stowed this light will be off. Disabled If the user chooses to have this light off all the time simply disable this feature.
Advanced Functions • Manual Motor Control • Calibrate Dish • Import/Export Files • Upgrade Firmware Manual Motor Control Manual Motor Control Manual Motor Control is used typically during initial installation and for adjusting the initial Isolation test. Changing the value in the box above will allow the Dish Mount to move by that amount. For peaking Azimuth and Elevation .33 degrees is typical.
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If the Test Dish fails open a telnet session to repeat the test using telnet commands; DATASTORM % showdebug DATASTORM % testdish Capture the entire Test and contact MotoSAT Technical Support for additional assistance. Unless a count sensor has failed one of the motor parameters above in mount settings ) may be modified to allow a successful Test Dish.
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above. A proper Calibrate Dish will vary with mount configuration; • Raise Elevation approximately 145 degrees to Max Stall • Lower Elevation to 85 degrees dish angle • Test Elevation Peak Speed and Currents • Rotate Skew CCW to MAX Skew Limit (facing Dish) •...
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Testdish in minutes. Configuration Files Configuration Files contain the specific parameters of the H3 Controller which include IP Address, Modem, RF hardware, Satellite and Polarization, and Dish Mount settings. To Import Configuration File click on the Browse command to the right of the dialog box.
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You can not export the Configuration File to the SD Card in the H3 Controller, but it is a good practice to remove the SD Card from the H3 Controller and place it in an SD Card reader connected to the PC and save a copy of the Config File on the SD Card. Re- place the SD Card back in the H3 Controller.
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Upgrading Firmware The H3 Satellite Antenna Controller has a microcontroller that is software upgradeable in the field. Compare the current Firmware Version on the About Page with the latest Firmware available on the MotoSAT Website. If a newer version is available check the Firmware document to see if the upgrade is recommended.
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In about 15 to 30 seconds the HTML main Status Page should open. Upgrade Firmware thru H3 Front Panel From the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller Front Panel there are several Ethernet IP options available to perform a Firmware Upgrade. Firmware Upgrade with Configured IP Address...
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While holding down the Search and Stow buttons and then pressing the Power button and holding both for approximately one second, will cause the H3 Controller to power up in Boot Mode using a Local IP Address of 192.168.1.250 . This is the Default IP Address of the H3 Controller from MotoSAT.
Firmware from the MotoSAT Website and place into the LoadOnce Folder, after it is has updated the H3 it will clear that file from the folder and not try to accidentally update again. (Empty form factory) The Manuals Folder will hold any MotoSAT technical manual available for the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller.
- Volts DC (Negative) Pin 3 N/C No Connection Antenna > 9 Pin Terminal Block > connects the H3 Controller to the DataStorm Satellite Antenna usually mounted on the vehicle roof. This connector supplies Motor Power and Position Information. Use supplied MotoSAT Antenna Control Cable and wire as shown to the DataStorm Satellite Antenna Circular Connector (9 or 14 Pin).
H3 Controller can monitor the DC Voltage supplied to the LNB and allows the LNB located on the Satellite Antenna Mount to be shared by both the H3 Controller and the Satellite Modem at the same time with no external splitters or switches required.
2 - Black - TXD Power Supply The Power Supply shipped with the H3 Satellite Antenna Controller is dependent on the Dish Mount used. Most Dish Mounts shipped require 15 Volt DC at 8 Amps. If this is an upgrade from an earlier version of Antenna Controller, the Power Supply that was...
Specifications Mechanical 2.0 Lbs (.9 Kg) Weight 1.85 H X 11.0 W X 7.5 D Inches Dimensions 47 H X 279 W X 190 D (millimeters) Connectors Power - 3 Pos, 5.08mm, Male Header Horizontal PCB (Green Euro Style) Mates with; On Shore Technology EDZ950/3 Terminal Block Plug Female 3 Pos 5.08mm Control - 9 Pos, 5.08mm, Male Header Horizontal PCB (Green Euro Style)
Electrical Power 12VDC to 15VDC (3 Pin Euro) Input 4.8 to 8.6 Amps 5 VDC to 15 VDC (9 Pin Euro) Motor Az, El, Sk up to 8 Amps Dish Mount 12VDC to 15VDC (9 Pin Euro) 1 Amp Max. 13VDC/18VDC 750 mA Power Consumption...
Wait for Windows clock to start at the 0 Second (12 O’clock position) Start! Seconds Action Press Power button on Left side of H3 Controller. ON light illuminates. LAN, GPS, Ready, Busy, and Stow lights illuminate LAN, GPS, Ready, Busy, and Stow lights Off...
Telnet Diagnostics Telnet Communications How to access Telnet Communications. Click Start, Run, and Local IP Address of the H3 Controller.
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WARNING! Except for the Telnet Commands listed below making adjustments to any of the commands could cause the H3 Controller to not function properly. It is recommended that you export your current Configuration and Sat Table files before making any changes to the commands listed above.
-2 Invalid CAN command Hardware Message Issue: The H3 controller can not communicate with the UCB (Upper Control Board) or is receiving bad CAN data. Check the following hardware. Power cycle the H3 Controller. Leave off for 15 seconds minimum.
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Replace H3 Controller and UCB at same time. • -3 Bad parameter Issue: Can bus error. (UCB to H3 communication error) Resolutions: 1. Power cycle the controller and check connections at the mount and on the controller 2. Perform nvclear command from the H3boot% prompt in a telnet session power cycle the unit and reconfigure the controller.
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Resolution: 12volt PS on 15 Volt System 1. Ensure the H3 power supply is supplying the correct voltage and amperage for the specific mount it is controlling. 2. Power cycle the controller and check connections at the mount and on the controller.
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2. Perform nvclear command from the H3boot% prompt in a telnet session power cycle the unit and reconfigure the controller. 3. Perform ucbupdate command from the DATASTORM% prompt in a telnet session. 4. Contact MotoSAT support for possible parts replacement. -13 Compass failure Future use only...
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2. Contact the DirecWay bandwidth provider for possible modem or radio assembly replacement. 3. Contact 3 party networking hardware provider for possible networking hardware replacement. 4. Contact MotoSAT support for possible parts replacement. -22 No serial connection Obsolete -23 Dish not tested...
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1. Check network Cabling and network configurations on the H3 to ensure they match with the iDirect option files information. 2. Using the DATASTORM% telnet prompt use the setvalue commands to re set the modem username and password. Or import name using Config file 4.
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1. Check the controller’s power supply and ensure it is supplying the correct voltage and amperage for the mount it is controlling 2. On a H3 Isolate the Motor that is causing the error by running a Test Dish and making note of the direction the dish is moving when the error occurs.
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1. Check the controller’s power supply and ensure it is supplying the correct voltage and amperage for the mount it is controlling. 2. On a H3 Isolate the Motor that is causing the error by running a Test Dish and making note of the direction the dish is moving when the error occurs.
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Issue: The gateway specified in the network configuration is not able to be pinged from the controller. Resolutions: 1. Power cycle the router, switches, and or modems. 2. Check network cabling and network configurations on the H3 to ensure they match the current routers or switches configuration. 3. Power cycle the Controller. 4. Contact 3 party networking hardware provider for possible networking hardware replacement.
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• Replace H3 Controller • -45 Modem LNB Volts not detected Hardware Message Issue: The H3 controller does not detect any LNB Voltage from the Modem. The Modem port should be connected to the H3 Controller RX In LNB In RX Out to Modem Port.
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Issue: In Hughes Net or DirecWay mode but cant talk to the modem. Resolutions: 1. Power cycle the controller. 2. Check network Cabling and network configurations on the H3 to ensure they match with the modems commissioning information. 3. Contact the DirecWay bandwidth provider for possible modem replacement.
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1. Power cycle the controller and check connections at the mount and on the controller. 2. Perform nvclear command from the H3boot% prompt in a telnet session power cycle the unit and reconfigure the controller. 3. Contact MotoSAT support for possible parts replacement. Replace controller -52 AZ Motor Limit Test dish, check man counts.
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Issue: Can bus error. (UCB to H3 communication error) Resolution: 1. Ensure the H3 power supply is supplying the correct voltage and amperage for the specific mount it is controlling. 2. Power cycle the controller and check connections at the mount and on the controller.
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6. Contact MotoSAT support for possible parts replacement. -60 Bad parameter LED Replace Controller Issue: This message should only be displayed in debug mode for use when compiling newer versions of software if this massage appears during normal use: Resolutions: 1.
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2. Perform nvclear command from the H3boot% prompt in a telnet session power cycle the unit and reconfigure the controller. 3. Perform ucbupdate command from the DATASTORM% prompt in a telnet session. 4. Contact MotoSAT support for possible parts replacement. -65 Motor stalled elevation Motor Count issue...
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71 Motor Over Current Skew Set motor currents in telnet or Config Replace bad motor or mount, or controller -72 Rotary Sensor Wait -73 Semaphore Locked Replace Controller -74 Locked Semaphore Released. End of Document 16 February 2011...
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