STV Gen2 Satellite Television Systems Installation and operation 37, 45 and 60STV Gen2 models
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ............................................. 7 Safety notices................................................................. 7 Chapter 4 Maintenance and troubleshooting .............................................................................. 41 Important information ...................................................... 7 4.1 Maintenance ............................................................. 42 Chapter 2 Installation .......................................
STV Gen2 installation and operation
Chapter 1: Introduction Caution: Remove transit packing Safety notices Before installing or operating the product, open the antenna unit cover and remove the foam transit packing inserts from the unit base. Warning: Product installation and operation This product must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided. Failure to do so could result in personal injury, damage to your boat and/or poor product performance.
• 37STV Gen2 • 45STV Gen2 • Adjust the antenna low noise block (LNB) as appropriate for the area in which you are operating. • 60STV Gen2 • Update the region information using your control unit (ACU) or a PC running the GUI software. These models are supplied in variants appropriate to your region. Please carefully read and follow the installation, operating and maintenance procedures, to ensure optimum performance.
In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 7 ft (2 m). – More than 2 m (7 ft) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element. • The product is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. This is important to prevent erratic behavior and data loss which can occur if the engine start does not have a separate battery. • Raymarine specified cables are used.
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Chapter 2: Installation Chapter contents • 2.1 Planning on page 12 • 2.2 Cables and connections on page 13 • 2.3 System options on page 17 • 2.4 Dual RF STV systems on page 17 • 2.5 Quad RF STV systems on page 19 • 2.6 37STV multiswitch connection (America and Asia only) on page 21 • 2.7 45 / 60 STV Multiswitch connections on page 22 • 2.
2.1 Planning Parts supplied Tools required Tools necessary for installation. Antenna Unit Antenna Control Unit (ACU) Installation Kit: Power drill 5 mm Allen key 80 mm (3 in) hole saw • Bolts • Flat washers • Spring washers • Self tapping screws 13 mm (1/2in) spanner 11 mm (7/16in) spanner 10 mm (3/8 in) drill Cables: • 10 m Power cable - used for connecting the ACU to the DC power supply. • 3 m RF cable - used for connecting the ACU and Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD).
2.2 Cables and connections Antenna connectors RF connectors on the underside of the antenna connect the power, signal and control signals to the control unit (ACU). STV model RF connectors 37STV 2 RF connectors 45STV and 60STV 2 RF connectors Applicable to regions with single frequency band, DVB broadcast signals. 4 RF connectors Applicable to regions with dual frequency band, linear polarized DVB broadcast signals.
D11531-1 Two buttons at the right-hand side of the front panel are used with some setup procedures to provide BACK and ENTER functions. 17 D1 26 _1 NMEA connector Connecting STV to NMEA 0183 GPS The ACU rear connectors are: • DC 9 to 30V for power input. • ANT RF1 - connects power and signal to the antenna. • NMEA - connects to GPS (optional). • PC INTERFACE - connects to PC serial port for remote operation from a computer (optional).
4. Put the NMEA OUT wire (yellow in the illustration) and ground wire into the connector block with the corresponding GPS antenna wires, as in the illustration. 5. Secure all connections in the connector block. 6. Connect and secure the free end of the additional cable in the 2 pin plug, so that: i. NMEA OUT (+) connects to pin 1. ii. Ground (-) connects to pin 2. 7. Connect the 2 pin plug to NMEA on the rear of the ACU. 8. Switch on the STV system.
RF ground system (alternative) References • ISO10133/13297 • BMEA code of practice 1 2 3 4 D11710-1 • NMEA 0400 1. Power cable to product. 2. Drain (screen). 3. Bonded (preferred) or non-bonded RF ground. 4. Power supply or battery. Implementation If several items require grounding, they may first be connected to a single local point (e.g. within a switch panel), with this point connected via a single, appropriately-rated conductor, to the boat’s common ground.
2.3 System options 2.4 Dual RF STV systems Your Raymarine Satellite TV system can be connected to one or multiple IRDs, to offer the maximum choice of channels to different cabins. This section describes the different combinations available and the method of connecting each variant.
3. Connect a 12 V or a 24 V dc supply to the DC 9 to 30V connector on the rear of the ACU. 4. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRD. The RF connection into the IRD is usually made into the connector labelled LNB, ANT, or Satellite In. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRD.
2.5 Quad RF STV systems Connecting a basic system Antenna base plate RF 1 RF cable RF 2 2. Connect an RF cable from the RECEIVER connector on the ACU to either the LNB, ANT, or Satellite In connector on the rear of the IRD. 3. Connect a 12 V or a 24 V dc supply to the DC 9 to 30V connector on the rear of the ACU. 4. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRD.
Antenna base plate You can connect two IRDs to your antenna as shown in the diagram. In this system, one IRD can be set as a two satellite receiver. The other IRD must be set as a one satellite receiver. RF 1 RF 2 RF 3 RF 4 The RF connection into the IRD is usually made into the connector labelled LNB, ANT, or Satellite In. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRD.
2.6 37STV multiswitch connection (America and Asia only) 1. Antenna base plate 2. ACU 3. Multiswitch System with more than 2 IRDs 4. IRDs – (not supplied) A dual RF STV system operating in a region with circular polarized DVB signals may include a multiswitch as shown. This allows connection of up to 6 IRDs (satellite receiver / decoders). The RF cables from the multiswitch connect to either the LNB, ANT, or Satellite In connectors on the rear of the IRDs.
2.7 45 / 60 STV Multiswitch connections 2. ACU 3. Multiswitch System with more than 4 IRDs 4. IRDs – (not supplied) You may use a multiswitch connected as shown. This allows connection of up to 6 IRDs (satellite receiver / decoders).
2. ACU 3. Multiswitch 4. IRDs – (not supplied) 2.8 Installation / Mounting Antenna position Clear view of sky The RF cables from the multiswitch connect to either the LNB, ANT, or Satellite In connectors on the rear of the IRDs. Refer to the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook for details on configuring your IRDs. D11449-1 The antenna, must be installed where: • There is an all round clear view of the horizon.
ACU dimensions 90 0 +15 0 Blocked! ACU installation The ACU must be fitted below decks in a position that is: • Dry. 228 mm (9.0 in) Mast 178 mm (7.0 in) D7951_1 • Well ventilated. • Easily accessible. • Near to the main TV viewing area. 55 mm (2.2 in) 185 mm (7.3 in) 217 mm (8.5 in) D11550-1 Antenna installation The procedures for installing the antenna assembly comprise: • Preparation - remove transit packing. • Procedure - prepare mount and fit antenna.
3. Drill four 10 mm holes in the positions indicated. ni U e as B e a plat nn e m nt Te A t , 3 /20 (3 t hole Cu mm er 80 met dia h) inc e, 10 4/ llhol ( in Dri mm er ns 10 met itio dia pos 4 mm ) hes ) .3 inc mm 1 /2 (4 (4 1 /2 hes inc ) hes inc .3 114 1. Remove and retain the bolts and washers securing the antenna dome. 2. Remove the antenna dome and retain in a safe place. 114 Antenna preparation .6 228 mm (9 es) .
4. Mark the 2 fixing hole positions for each mounting bracket, on the mounting surface. 5. Using a suitable drill bit, drill the 4 holes in the marked positions. 6. Where necessary (for example, on gel-coated surfaces), countersink the mounting holes to avoid damage to the mounting surface. 7. Using suitable screws, secure the ACU into position. Ant enna Con rtol Uni t Under shelf mounting Ant enna Con rtol Uni t Desk top mounting D11551-1 1.
Chapter 3: System operation and setup Chapter contents • 3.1 Introduction on page 28 • 3.2 Getting started on page 28 • 3.3 Setup using the ACU on page 30 • 3.4 Applying factory default values on page 37 • 3.5 System information on page 38 • 3.6 Checking system power on page 38 • 3.7 Skew angle on page 39 • 3.
3.1 Introduction 3.2 Getting started This section of the handbook describes how to set up your Raymarine Satellite TV system after installation using the ACU or the Graphical User Interface (GUI), and includes the following functions: • System start up • Editing satellite information Switching on Ensure your IRDs and television monitors are switched on. Press the power switch on the ACU to switch on the system. Check on the ACU that the start-up screens are displayed in the correct sequence.
Changing the target satellite Monitoring antenna operation Your satellite system can be set up to track either two or three default satellites, depending on your geographical location. The name of the satellite the system is currently tracking is shown in the top line of the ACU display. With the system switched on and running, the ACU display shows the current status of the antenna.
3.3 Setup using the ACU Setup routines Setup principles In setup mode, use the PREV or NEXT soft key to select the required setup screen. Using the ACU The ACU setup mode gives access to a series of setup pages, to enable you to adjust the system parameters. When setting up the system from the ACU, three context-dependent soft keys below the display are used to select and adjust the required parameters.
1. Press the ENTER soft key to display the setup entry page. NO D11554-1 YES 8. If SETUP MODE? is displayed, press: • YES if you want to remain in setup mode, or SETUP MODE? • NO to re-initialize the system and return to operational mode. Setting the default satellites 2. Press the YES soft key to display the SET SAT PAIR? screen. This is the first screen in setup mode. NEXT D11556-1 SET SAT PAIR? PREV YES Setting the operating region Use this procedure to set the appropriate geographic region.
4. Point your remote control towards the ACU, then press the remote control button that you want to allocate to the selected function. 5. Press the same remote control button again to confirm the selection. 6. If you want to set up another remote function: i. At the ACU, press the BACK softkey. ii. Press NEXT to select the next function to set up. iii. Repeat the steps 3 to 6 above, for each remote control function to be set up. 7.
• VER HIGH NID. Vertical high band network identity (NID). • HOR HIGH. Horizontal high band tracking frequency (in MHz) and symbol rate (in kHz). • HOR HIGH NID. Horizontal high band network identity (NID). • The method of verifying satellite tracking. The options are: – SIGNAL - use only the signal level for tracking. – DVB LOCK - use only DVB Lock signal for tracking. – DVB DECODE - verify signal using DVB decoding method for tracking. – DSS DECODE - decode only DSS Lock signal for tracking.
10. Press ENTER to accept the DISEQC method and display the SAVE? screen. 11. Press, either: • YES to save the changes you have made, or • NO to discard any changes. The SETUP MODE? entry screen is then displayed. 12. Press either: • YES if you want to use another setup function, or • NO to re-initialize the system using the new settings. Antenna parameters Important: We recommend that you do NOT attempt to change the antenna parameters.
• The NO soft key to discard any changes. The SETUP MODE? entry screen is then displayed. 10. Press either: • the YES soft key, if you want to use another setup function, or • the NO soft key, to re-initialize the system using the new settings. Setting LNB local frequency We recommend that you do NOT attempt to change the LNB local frequency. However, if you have to do so, contact the Raymarine Customer Support Department for advice before making any changes. 1.
Setting the DiSEqC method We recommend that you do NOT attempt to change the DiSEqC. However, if you have to do so, contact the Raymarine Customer Support Department for advice before making any changes. 1. Carry out the Enter setup mode procedure to display the SET SAT PAIR? screen. 2. Press the NEXT soft key five times to display the USE DISEQC? screen. 3. Press YES to display the DiSEqC edit screen. 4. Use the PREV or NEXT soft keys to select the required DiSEqC method.
3. Press YES to display the STEP AZ control screen. 4. Use the CCW or CW soft keys to step the antenna counter-clockwise or clockwise, to the required horizontal direction. The horizontal angle is displayed on the top line. 5. When you have set the required horizontal direction, press the EL soft key to display the STEP EL control screen. 6. Use the DOWN or UP soft keys to step the antenna, to the required horizontal direction. The vertical angle is displayed on the top line. 7.
3.5 System information 3.6 Checking system power You can use the ACU to display system product serial numbers and software versions. With the ACU in setup mode: 1. Press the NEXT softkey to cycle through the options until the VIEW POWER? screen is displayed. The following information is displayed sequentially: The procedure for doing this is described as part of the maintenance procedures. • ACU POWER • ANT POWER (antenna power) • IRD power. 2. To leave the power display, press EXIT.
3.7 Skew angle The skew angle can affect reception only for regions / satellites using Linear Polarized signals. When selecting between different satellites, or when moving from one geographic region to another, the angle of incidence between the antenna and the satellite signal will vary. The skew angle of the LNB (Low Noise Block) may be adjusted to compensate for this in order to maintain an optimal signal. 4.
• AUTO – Auto-skew is enabled, you cannot manually adjust the skew position. • MANUAL – Auto-skew is disabled, you can proceed and set a skew position. 3. For manual mode adjustment, use the +1 and -1 softkeys to select the required value, then press SET when complete. 3.8 Graphical User Interface Graphical User Interface (GUI) software is provided on the CDROM supplied with your system components. When installed on a Personal Computer (PC) it enables you to operate your antenna system from the computer.
Chapter 4: Maintenance and troubleshooting Chapter contents • 4.1 Maintenance on page 42 • 4.2 Troubleshooting on page 42 • 4.
4.1 Maintenance Warning: Switch off power Before commencing any maintenance task, switch off all power to the product. Maintenance procedures Although your Raymarine Satellite TV system require minimal maintenance, ensure that your system maintains peak performance by carrying out the following maintenance tasks on a routine basis: 4.2 Troubleshooting Your Raymarine product has been subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs prior to packing and shipping.
• There is no power loss through the cable from the RF1 connector on the antenna unit, particularly if this cable has been extended. 2. Satellite signal blocked. Check that the antenna has a clear view of the sky. Satellite signals can be blocked or degraded by buildings, other boats, or equipment on your boat. 3. Outside satellite coverage zone. Your system will provide excellent reception within the antenna coverage area for your satellite television service.
4.3 Raymarine customer support Checking serial numbers & software versions Raymarine provides a comprehensive customer support service. You can contact customer support through the Raymarine website, telephone and email. If you are unable to resolve a problem, please use any of these facilities to obtain additional help. Use this procedure to see product serial numbers and software versions. 1. Press ENTER then YES to access setup mode. The SET SAT PAIR? screen is then displayed. 2.
Chapter 5: Satellite information Chapter contents • 5.
5.1 Satellite providers Spain Primary: • Astra - AST01GKU To receive a satellite television service you need to subscribe to the service from the relevant service provider. Secondary (limited channels) Satellite providers - Europe • Hispasat - HIS01AKS Country Satellites Service provider • Hispasat - HI01CKS England Astra - AST 02AS0 Astra - AST02AN0 Astra www.ses-astra.com • Hotbird - HOT234KW Germany Primary: Astra www.ses-astra.com Hotbird www.eutelsat.
Russia Thor - THO003KU Hotbird - HOT234KW Thor www.telenor.com Hotbird www.eutelsat.com Greece Hotbird - HOT234KW Hotbird www.eutelsat.com Satellite providers - United States of America Satellites Service provider NIMIQ1 - NIM001KB NIMIQ2 - NIM002KB Bell TVwww.bell.ca EchoStar 3 - ECH003KB EchoStar 6.8 - ECH008KB EchoStar 7 - ECH007KB EchoStar 1.2 - ECH001KB EchoStar Communications Corp.www.dishnetwork.com DIRECTV - DTV101 DIRECTV - DTV119 DirecTV Inc.www.directv.
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Appendix A Technical specification Azimuth range 680° 37STV Elevation range +10 to +80° Vessel motion • Roll ±25° Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc Operating voltage range 9 to 30 V dc Power consumption 30 W typical, 50 W max Roll and pitch response rate 60° per second Dimensions • Satellite antenna unit: 43 cm x 44 cm (17 in x 17.3 in) Turn rate 60° per second • Antenna dish diameter: 37 cm (14.6 in) • Antenna control unit: 17.8 cm x 21.7 cm x 5.4 cm (7 x 8.6 x 2.
Environmental Installation environment Dimensions • Operating temperature: -15 ºC to +55 ºC (5 ºF to 131 ºF) • Antenna dish diameter: 60 cm (23.6 in) • Storage temperature: -25 ºC to +70 ºC (-13 ºF to 158 ºF) • Antenna control unit: 17.8 cm x 21.7 cm x 5.4 cm (7 x 8.6 x 2.2 in) • Relative humidity: max 95% Conformance CE - Conforms to EU Directive 2004/108/EC • Satellite antenna unit: 70 cm x 72 cm (27.5 in x 28.3 in) Weight • Satellite antenna unit: 20 kg (44 lbs.) • Antenna control unit: 1.
Roll and pitch response rate 45° per second Turn rate 45° per second Technical specification 51
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