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Installation, Support, and Maintenance Guide: X7 Series Satellite Router
Installation, Support, and Maintenance Guide: X7 Series Satellite Router
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The following table shows all revisions for this document. To determine if this is the latest
revision, check the TAC Web site at http://tac.idirect.net.
Revision Date Updates
A September 30, 2013 Initial release (JS)
B October 25, 2013 Corrected RF transmit power specification (SKS)
C October 18, 2016 Added support for Velocity. Added a chapter on preparing a
remote to get into the Velocity network. This ISM is
common for both Evolution and Velocity.
D March 13, 2017 Updated Appendix F with examples.
About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Manual Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Document Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Related Training Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Warranty, RoHS, WEEE, Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.2 Power Supply Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2.1 Mechanical and Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2.2 Power Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2.3 RF Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
3 Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.1 X7 Router Front LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.2 X7 Front Panel LED Status Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.3 X7 Router Rear Panel Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Installation Steps at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.1 Safety Guidelines to Observe During Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.1.1 Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.1.2 Conditions Requiring Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.2 Maintaining the X7 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2.1 Temperature Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2.2 90 day maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.3 Troubleshooting the X7 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.4 Removing and Replacing the Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.5 Repacking the X7 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix E X7 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
E.1 Level 0 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
E.2 Level 1 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
E.3 Level 2 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
This manual provides important safety information and explains how to install and maintain
the iDirect X7 Satellite Router.
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Intended Audience
• Manual Contents
• Document Conventions
• Document Set
• Related Training Services
• Getting Help
• Warranty, RoHS, WEEE, Declaration of Conformity
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for use by the VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) equipment
installer, System Engineer, and Network Operator responsible for maintaining the iDirect
Network. Only qualified service personnel should install the X7 Router. Familiarity with
cabling and wiring practices is beneficial.
Manual Contents
In addition to the information in this chapter, this manual also includes the following:
• Chapter 1, Introduction on page 1, provides an overview and description of the X7 Router
• Chapter 2, Specifications on page 3 describes the mechanical, environmental and RF
specifications of the X7 Router
• Chapter 3, Interfaces on page 7 provides connector descriptions of the X7 Router
• Chapter 4, Installation on page 13 describes procedures for installing the X7 Router
• Chapter 5, Maintenance on page 21 describes maintenance procedures for the X7 Router
• Chapter 6, Updating the X7 Software using the CLI describes the procedure to update the
X7 software using the CLI
Document Conventions
This section illustrates and describes the conventions used throughout this document.
Document Set
The following iDirect documents are available at TAC and contain information relevant to
installing and using iDirect satellite network software and equipment. Refer to Getting Help
on page xiii for TAC access information.
For Evolution®:
• iDX iBuilder User Guide
• iDX iMonitor User Guide
• Web iSite User Guide
• Satellite Router Installation and Commissioning Guide
• Evolution Release Notes
• Evolution Technical Reference Guide
• Quick Start Guide (QSG), included in package with router
For iDirect Velocity®:
• Pulse NMS User Guide
• Regulatory Guide (Quick Start Guide)
• iDirect Velocity® Software Release Notes
• Terminal WUI User Guide
• Velocity Network Operations Using Pulse
Getting Help
The iDirect Technical Assistance Center (TAC) and the iDirect Government Technical
Assistance Center (TAC) are available to provide assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Software user guides, installation procedures, FAQs, and other documents that support iDirect
and Direct Government products are available on the respective TAC Web site:
• Access the iDirect TAC Web site at http://tac.idirect.net
• Access the iDirect Government TAC Web site at http://tac.idirectgov.com
The iDirect TAC may be contacted by telephone or email:
• Telephone: (703) 648.8151
• E-mail: [email protected]
The Direct Government TAC may be contacted by telephone or email:
• Telephone: (703) 648.8111
• Email: [email protected]
iDirect and iDirect Government produce documentation that are technically accurate, easy to
use, and helpful to our customers. Please assist us in improving this document by providing
feedback. Send comments to:
• iDirect: [email protected]
• iDirect Government: [email protected]
For sales or product purchasing information contact iDirect Corporate Sales at the following
telephone number or e-mail address:
• Telephone: (703) 648.8000
• E-mail: [email protected]
The iDirect X7 Series Satellite Router (X7 Router) is a next-generation router supporting DVB-
S2/ACM on the outbound and A-TDMA. It uses a compact, rack-mount design, embedded 8-
port switch, and variant power supply configurations making it an ideal enterprise class
solution. In addition to the user interface support, the availability of a Downstream
Configuration template and multi-image support on the X7 Router enables simple
deployments and seamless upgrades.
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Section 1.1, Features on page 1
• Section 1.2, Power Supply Options on page 2
This manual explains how to safely install and maintain the X7 Router. The X7 Series Satellite
Router is shown in Figure 1-1.
1.1 Features
Highlights:
• Increased throughput capabilities
• 1 RU high router chassis fitting in standard telecom racks
• Variant power supply module configurations
• Dual image support and user interface for ease of deployment and upgrades
• Communications-on-the-Move (COTM) support
• AES Encryption
This chapter describes the mechanical, environmental, power, RF specifications for the
X7 Router, and contains the following sections:
• Section 2.1, Mechanical and Environmental Specifications on page 3
• Section 2.2, Power Specifications on page 4
• Section 2.3, RF Specifications on page 5
Category Description
Dimensions 17.5 in (44.5 cm) W x 18 in (45.7 cm) D x 1.75 in (4.45 cm) H
19-inch rack mountable, 1RU
Category Description
Altitude
Operational ≤ 6,562 ft (2,000 m)
Storage ≤ 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
Shock
Operational ≤ 20G
Survival ≤ 40G (ISTA-1A)
Vibration
Operational 0.21 gRMS @ 500 Hz
Survival 2.09 gRMS @ 500 Hz
CAUTION: If negative voltages are used such as Telecom -48VDC, the negative
most voltage is always connected to –ve terminal (in the Telecom case this
would be -48V) and the positive most voltage is always connected to the +ve
terminal (in the Telecom case this would be 0VR). Chassis can be referenced
to +ve, -ve or left floating (i.e. not connected to either +ve or –ve) as
required as the power module is fully isolated input to the chassis.
Category Description
Input Voltage Range Option 1: 100-240 VAC, Auto-Ranging
Option 2: 100-240 VAC, Auto-Ranging
Option 3: 36-76 VDC
Frequency Options 1 & 2: 50-60 Hz, Auto-Ranging
AC Power Consumption Option 1: 2.7 A, 270 W
Option 2: 3.4 A, 340 W
DC Power Consumption Option 3: 8.3 A, 310 W
BUC Voltage Option 1: 24 VDC
Option 2 & 3: Selectable, 24 or 48 VDC
DC Power @ TX Output Option 1, 2, &3: 24 VDC @ 4.9 A (117 W MAX)
Option 2 & 3: 48 VDC @ 3.3 A (158 W MAX)
DC Power @ RX Input 13-18 VDC @ 500 mA, voltage is software configurable
Category Description
Protection Over-Voltage Protection for LNB and BUC DC
Over-Current Limiting for LNB and BUC DC
Options 1 & 2: Primary AC fuse within PS module (250 VAC, T6.3 A)
Option 3: Primary DC fuse within PS module (250 VDC, 16 A)
AC Power Cord Supplied, per country of use
DC Input Connector Self-capturing terminal block, 14-18 AWG
Efficiency of the Power 87% (MIN)
Supply
2.3 RF Specifications
The X7 Satellite Router RF specifications are listed in Table 2-3.
Category Description
LNB Support Fsym > 10 Msps DRO LNB
Fsym > 1 Msps +/-10ppm PLL LNB
Fsym > 1 Msps Uni-Ku LNB
Internal reference LNBs only
IF Interface, Impedance Type “F”, Zo = 75 ohms
Frequency Range
Transmit 950 - 1950 MHz
Receive 950 - 2150 MHz
Tuning Step Size
Transmit 10 Hz
Receive 55 KHz
RF Power
Transmit -35 to +3 dBm, 0.5 dB step
Receive, Minimum -130 + 10Log(Sym rate) dBm (Single carrier)
Receive, Maximum -5 dBm (Wideband Composite)
Tx SSB Phase Noise
Frequency Phase Noise
1 KHz -75
10 KHz -85
100 KHz -95
1 MHz -105
Category Description
Transmit Carrier Suppression ≤ -40 dBc
Spurious & Harmonic Content ≤ -60 dBc, with output @ -20 dBm, (In-band ≤ -32 dBc)
Transmitter Muting 50 dB (MIN) - residual in OFF state ≤ -90 dBm
This chapter describes the X7 Router physical interfaces and LEDs, and contains the following
sections:
• Section 3.1, X7 Router Front LEDs on page 8
• Section 3.2, X7 Front Panel LED Status Descriptions on page 8
• Section 3.3, X7 Router Rear Panel Description on page 11
NOTE: The descriptions of the LEDs may vary between iDX Software Releases.
Check the release specific Evolution Satellite Router Installation and
Commissioning Guide, Evolution Web iSite User Guide, Velocity Terminal WUI
User Guide, and Release Notes for details.
information:
Table 3-2. X7 Router Front Panel LED Descriptions
Table 3-3. X7 Router Rear Panel Connector and LED Descriptions (continued)
This chapter describes the guidelines and procedures for installing the X7 Router and contains
these sections:
• Section 4.1, Installation Steps at a Glance on page 13
• Section 4.2, Tools and Supplies Required for Installation on page 15
• Section 4.3, Unpacking iDirect Equipment on page 15
• Section 4.4, Components Typically Included in an Order on page 16
• Section 4.5, X7 Router Mounting on page 16
• Section 4.6, Preparing the PC for Connection to the X7 Router on page 19
• Section 4.7, Configuring the X7 Router on page 19
NOTE: See Document Conventions on page xii for a description of the warning
icons that are used in this manual.
The following steps must be followed for successful installation of the X7 Router. Each step
refers to other sections or appendices, as appropriate, with more detailed information.
1. Unpack the router according to the unpacking instructions in Section 4.3, Unpacking
iDirect Equipment on page 15.
2. Account for all components for the installation. A typical list is given in Section 4.4,
Components Typically Included in an Order on page 16.
3. The recommended tools should be available for installation. See Section 4.2, Tools and
Supplies Required for Installation on page 15.
4. Prepare the coax cables as directed in Section C.1, Coax Cable Preparation on page 33 to
connect to RX 1 IN and TX Out.
CAUTION: Do not connect or disconnect the Tx or Rx IFL cable while the
satellite router is powered on; this action may result in damage to the BUC,
LNB, and/or X7 Router.
ATTENTION: Ne pas connecter ou déconnecter les câbles « Tx IFL » ou « Rx
IFL » quand le routeur X7 Router est sous tension, sous risque de dommage au
BUC, au LNB, et/ou au routeur X7 Router.
5. Prepare the Ethernet cable(s) and connector(s) as described in Section C.2, Ethernet Port
Pinouts on page 37. For connection to the user interface, use LAN 1 port with an RJ-45
cable as described in Section C.2.2, on page 38.
6. If using the Console port for servicing, prepare the console port cable and connector as
described in Section C.3, Console Port Connection on page 38.
7. Mount the router as directed in Section 4.5, X7 Router Mounting on page 16.
8. Connect the power as directed for either AC or DC power supplies:
• See Section 4.5.1, Installing With an AC Power Supply (Option 1 or 2) on page 17
• See Section 4.5.2, Installing With a 36-76 VDC Power Supply (Option 3) on page 18
9. Monitor front and rear panels during startup. See Section 3.1, X7 Router Front LEDs on
page 8 and Section 3.3, X7 Router Rear Panel Description on page 11.
10. Prepare PC for X7 Router connection as specified in Section 4.6, Preparing the PC for
Connection to the X7 Router on page 19.
11. Login PC to the user interface.
12. Install the firmware and configure the satellite router as specified in Section 4.7,
Configuring the X7 Router on page 19.
13. If the router needs repacking or maintenance see Chapter 5 on page 21.
14. When the X7 Router is physically installed, the firmware and configuration of the satellite
router need to be completed. Refer to the iDX Satellite Router Installation and
Commissioning Guide for the release of software installed on the system and for
instructions.
• If any damage or other signs of mishandling are evident, inform the carrier and either
iDirect or the reseller
• Remove the tape and any exterior covering from the box lid
Save the X7 Satellite Router shipping boxes after unpacking the system. These boxes will be
needed in the event of moving or shipping the system in the future. See Section 5.5,
Repacking the X7 Router on page 25 for repacking information.
Remove items from the box only as needed. Verify all of the proper X7 Router components
and accessory items listed in the order have been received, including the optional equipment
ordered. See Section 4.4, Components Typically Included in an Order on page 16.
CAUTION: If power must be removed from the chassis, the power cord must be
disconnected, first.
CAUTION: The BUC power requirement must match the proper voltage. The BUC
may sustain damage if used with the incorrect power supply.
1. First, perform steps 1-6 of the Installation Checklist, Section 4.1, on page 13.
2. Select the appropriate BUC voltage (+24 or +48 VDC) by sliding the BUC voltage selector
switch (Table 3-3, X7 Router Rear Panel Connector and LED Descriptions on page 11:
Callout #8). 24 VDC BUC voltage selection is the factory setting.
3. Connect the TX and RX coax cables to the X7 Router and secure but do not over-tighten.
See C.1, Coax Cable Preparation on page 33 for preparation details.
4. Connect the AC power cord to the power source. This will power ON the X7 Router.
5. Monitor the front and rear panel lights during power on startup. See Section 3.1,
X7 Router Front LEDs on page 8.
6. Prepare PC for X7 Router connection as specified in Section 4.6, Preparing the PC for
Connection to the X7 Router on page 19.
7. Login PC to the user interface. See Preparing the PC for Connection to the X7 Router.
8. Install the firmware and configure the satellite router as specified in Section 4.7,
Configuring the X7 Router on page 19.
CAUTION: If negative voltages are used such as Telecom -48VDC, the negative
most voltage is always connected to –ve terminal (in the Telecom case this
would be -48V) and the positive most voltage is always connected to the +ve
terminal (in the Telecom case this would be 0VR). Chassis can be referenced
to +ve, -ve or left floating (i.e. not connected to either +ve or –ve) as
required as the power module is fully isolated input to chassis.
CAUTION: The BUC power requirement must match the proper voltage. The
BUC may sustain damage if used with the incorrect power supply.
4. Select the appropriate BUC voltage (+24 or +48 V), by sliding the BUC voltage selector
switch (Table 3-3, X7 Router Rear Panel Connector and LED Descriptions on page 11:
Callout #8). 24 V BUC voltage selection is the factory setting.
5. Set the X7 Router power switch to the ON position (1).
6. Upon powering up, a Level 0 Reset occurs. Reset options are available in Appendix E, X7
Reset on page 45.
7. Monitor front and rear panel lights during startup. See Section 3.1, X7 Router Front LEDs
on page 8.
8. Prepare PC for X7 Router connection as specified in Section 4.6, Preparing the PC for
Connection to the X7 Router on page 19.
9. Login PC to the user interface. See Preparing the PC for Connection to the X7 Router.
10. Install the firmware and configure the satellite router as specified in Section 4.7,
Configuring the X7 Router on page 19.
This chapter describes the required maintenance procedures for the correct functioning of
the X7 Router.
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Section 5.1, Safety Guidelines to Observe During Servicing on page 21
• Section 5.2, Maintaining the X7 Router on page 22
• Section 5.3, Troubleshooting the X7 Router on page 22
• Section 5.4, Removing and Replacing the Power Module on page 24
• Section 5.5, Repacking the X7 Router on page 25
When an X7 Router requires service, observe the safety guidelines in this section.
5.1.1 Servicing
Do not attempt to service the X7 Router internal assembly. Opening and removing covers
exposes dangerous voltages and/or other hazards. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Opening the units will void the warranty. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: This unit is not serviceable. Return unit to provider for all servicing
issues.
ATTENTION: Cette unité n’est pas réparable sur site. Renvoyer au fournisseur
pour tout réparation.
Event Action
Router not functioning Check status LEDs. Compare LEDs to Table 3-1 on page 8
POWER LED ON and Router not When the root-cause (external or internal) of the issue in the
functioning router is not known, perform the following steps:
1. Power down and restart the router to see if that resolves the
issue.
2. When the problem still exists, disconnect the external cabling
apart from the power and console cables.
3. Connect to the console port and during the boot process,
check if the PCB passes the POST boot-up tests.
4. Check if the router gets to the login prompt.
5. Check if all the option files are in the correct location under
/sysopt/config/sat_router.
NOTE: Option files varies in each revision of the software.
6. Check the status LEDs. Compare LEDs to Table 3-1 on page 8.
48 V BUC not working Is the installer expecting 48V BUC power? If so:
• The correct BUC voltage (+24 or +48 VDC) must be selected
by sliding the BUC voltage selector switch (Table 3-3,
X7 Router Rear Panel Connector and LED Descriptions on
page 11: Callout #8), 24 VDC BUC voltage selection is the
factory setting
• Check the model of power module: the model may not allow
48 V BUC power and check the bar-codes for 48V BUC support
These bar codes applied on the unit for Option 2 and Option 3
power modules indicate SUPPORT for 48V BUC:
Option 2
Option 3
The Option 1 Power Module does not support a 48V BUC, and
has this barcode:
Option 1
Event Action
Router cannot be accessed by Router may have a bad options file, settings, or software
Web iSite or Web User Interface package.
1. Power down and restart the router to see if that resolves the
issue.
2. Perform a Level 2 reset (Boot into Recovery mode) and
manually load the correct options file and a software package
that is appropriate; and the user interface will be accessed
with the default IP address: 192.168.0.1.
See Appendix E, X7 Reset on page 45 for more information on
Reset
Lost or forgot IP address of the 1. Visually check the Ethernet port to ensure there is no physical
Router damage.
2. Perform a Level 2 reset (Boot into Recovery mode) so that the
X7-ER Satellite Router will have the default IP address:
192.168.0.1. Load new package / options / configuration files
with a new IP address, if desired.
3. Reboot with a Level 0 reset, and connect with the current /
known IP address.
See Appendix E, X7 Reset on page 45 for more information on
Reset.
In the event the Power Module must be removed and/or replaced, Table 5-2 describes the
steps to take.
The list in this appendix is meant to be generic and may contain acronyms and abbreviations not found
in this manual and some terms may not be defined based on industry standards of knowledge.
16APSK Sixteen Amplitude and Phase Shift BTP Burst Time Plan
Keying BUC Block Up Converter
8PSK Eight Phase Shift Keying
C
A C/N Carrier to Noise ratio
A-TDMA Adaptive Time Division Multiple CBIT Continuous Built In Test
Access
CDR Critical Design Review
ABS Automatic Beam Switching
CIR Committed Information Rate
AC Alternating Current
CPE Customer Premise Equipment
ACM Adaptive Coding and Modulation
CPU Central Processing Unit
ACS Antenna Control System
CRC Cyclic Redundancy Check
AES Advanced Encryption Standard
CSA Canadian Space Agency
APSK Amplitude and Phase-shift keying
AZ Azimuth
D
DAC Digital to Analog Converter
B
dB deciBel
BB BaseBand
dBi deciBel isotropic
BIM Below-Decks Interface Module
dBm deciBel milli-Watt
BIST Built-In Self-Test
dBW deciBel Watt
BITE Built-In Test Equipment
DC Direct Current
BPN BUC Part Number
DDR Double Data Rate
BPSK Binary Phase Shift Keying
U
UDP Universal Data Protocol
UL Underwriters Laboratories
V
VAC Volts Alternating Current
VDC Volts Direct Current
VSAT Very Small Aperture Terminal
W
WFQ Weighted Fair Queuing
WGS Wideband Global SATCOM
Figure B-1 and Table B-1 specify recommended tools and supplies for a typical installation.
Additional tools and equipment may be required to install related equipment and cables. Test
equipment may be required to check signal, power levels, and communication links.
Quantity Tool
1 Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
1 F-type Compression Tool
1 RG-6 Coax Stripper
1 Coax / Wire Cutter
Length as Needed RG-6 or RG-11 solid copper conductor coax outdoor rated cable
This appendix describes the cable preparation details and has these sections:
• Section C.1, Coax Cable Preparation on page 33
• Section C.2, Ethernet Port Pinouts on page 37
• Section C.3, Console Port Connection on page 38
Use high quality coaxial outdoor cable to connect the X7 Satellite Router to the Outdoor Unit
(ODU) equipment. iDirect recommends that a solid copper center conductor, coaxial cable be
used with a minimum of 60% + 40% braid and double foil shield to connect the equipment,
such as:
• RG-6 — 0.04 inch (1 mm), outdoor rated, Quad Shielded, solid bare copper center
conductor, for cable lengths less than or equal to 225 feet (68.5 meters)
• RG-11 — 0.064 inch (1.6 mm), outdoor rated, Quad Shielded, solid bare copper center
conductor, for cable lengths less than or equal to 400 feet (121.9 meters)
Before connecting the cables, connectors on each end must be installed.
The center conductor must be straight and extend 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) beyond the end of the F-
connector, and the connector should be securely crimped to the cable.
NOTE: iDirect does not recommend using RG-59 with solid bare copper center
conductor. RG-6 or RG-11 Quad Shield or other outdoor quality, 75-ohm type of
coax can be used.
If different types of coaxial cable are used other than the recommended quad shield RG-6,
the following problems can occur:
• Co-channel Interference – If signals at the same frequency are carried on long, parallel
runs of coaxial cable (for example, in cable trays, or riser) interference can occur
between the signals
• Higher quality cable helps to prevent this with better shielding
NOTE: Excessive DC Resistance – will result in excessive voltage drop across the
IFL cable. Hence, the voltage at the BUC may be too low to operate properly.
NOTE: Appendix B, Tools Needed on page 31 lists all of the recommended tools
for terminating coax cables.
WARNING: Wear protective eye wear while cutting cables and terminating
connectors.
WARNING: The center conductor must be straight and cylindrical without any
burrs. Failure to do so can damage the satellite router, BUC, and/or LNB input
connector.
2. Remove the jacket material and foam insulation according to the length defined under
Length A in Table C-1. For RG-6, use a two-step Coax Stripper such as the LC-CST 1257
from Paladin Tools.
4. Fold the braid back over the jacket and trim the braid to the length as defined under
Length C in Table C-1 on page 34 and shown in Figure C-3.
5. Flare the inner, outer braids and the outer foil shield only. Do not flare the inner foil
shield (last foil around dielectric).
6. (If using a coax stripper, skip this step.) Being careful not to cut into the copper of the
center conductor, remove the foil and cut the dielectric to the length shown under
Length B in Table C-1 on page 34. Remove any dielectric residue.
7. If the conductive foil is burred, then smooth out the burr so that the edge (area where the
dielectric material was removed) is smooth and provides a lead-in for the connector
mandrel.
8. Install the RG-6 connector compression sleeve, or mandrel, (top left (A) in Figure C-4)
over foil and underneath the braid. A good, weatherproof outdoor connector mandrel
NOTE: The white colored inner dielectric insulation should be flush with the inner
rear surface of the connector. Refer to the picture on the right (C) in Figure C-4
for an RG-6/RG-11 termination.
NOTE: Since the RG-11 connector has a built-in center pin, ensure that the coax
center pin makes contact to the internal seizing pin of the connector. Refer to
Figure C-4.
9. Finish connecting the cable to the connector with the compression tool connector, such as
Holland Compression Tool 1855 as shown in Figure C-5.
10. Inspect and ensure that the copper center conductor only protrudes 1/8 inch (3.2 mm)
nominally beyond the rim of the F-connector. Trim if necessary.
CAUTION: The center conductor length must be a minimum of 1/16 inch (1.6 mm)
to a maximum of 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) protrusion beyond the rim of the F type
connector. It must be straight and cylindrical without any burrs at the end. Failure
to follow this technique could result in damage to the satellite router, BUC, LNB
connector and/or possible intermittent service.
2 Tx-
3 Rx+
6 Rx-
NOTE: iDirect supplies one 7-foot Category 5 UTP cable to connect the X7 Router
to the LAN hub or switch. If additional cables or different lengths are needed,
they may be bought commercially.
1. Connect an RJ-45 to RJ-45 straight through cable, such as the Ethernet cable included, to
LAN 1 port on the X7 Router.
2. Connect the opposite end of the Ethernet cable to an RJ-45 to DB-9 female DTE adapter,
or a USB dongle (such as a Trendnet TU-S9).
3. Connect to a PC running terminal emulation software.
PC serial port settings should be:
• asynchronous mode
• 9600 baud
• eight (8) data bits, no (N) parity bit, and one (1) stop bit, (9600/8-N-1)
The signal and pinouts for the asynchronous serial Console port (RS-232) of the X7 Router and
an RJ-45 to DB-9 female DTE adapter are listed in Table C-3. A picture of the RJ-45 to DB-9
Female DTE adapter is shown in Figure C-8 on page 40.
This appendix describes the installation of the DC power supply wiring for Option 3.
Make sure all items are available to prepare the cable entry housing. Descriptions and
diagrams of the items included with the router or necessary for the DC wiring are found in
Table D-1. “At a Glance” instructions are in Figure D-1 on page 42 with corresponding detailed
steps in Table D-2 on page 42.
Table D-1. X7 Router DC Power Module Connector Parts
3 DC input wires Appropriately labeled wires, 14-18 AWG (American Wire Gauge)
such as: Reference:
• red = positive + http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_
• black = negative - wire_gauge
• blue = ground -
Terminal block plug Included in kit, P/N Phoenix
1779848
The X7 Router has three types of reset functions: Level 0, Level 1, and Level 2. Each type has
a different effect on the router. Contact the iDirect TAC center for more information.
NOTE: This section references Web iSite. Refer to the Evolution Web iSite User
Guide or Velocity Terminal WUI User Guide for more information. It is good
practice to clear browser history, and turn off Web page caching, before accessing
the user interface.
• Initiated by: Pressing the reset button for more than 1 second but less than 4 seconds. See
Section 3.3, X7 Router Rear Panel Description on page 11 for the reset button location.
• Recovery: initiate a Level 0 reset
• Router rear LED conditions when pressing reset for Level 1 reset, see Table 3-3 on page 11
for LED descriptions: RX1 PWR LED turns green when the reset button is initially pressed,
then goes off; RX2 PWR and BUC PWR LED go off, initially; after pressing the reset button
for 1 second, the RX2 PWR LED turns green, then goes off
NOTE: This reset must not be used unless there is an intent to reconfigure or
reload the software and options. There is no recovery once this reset occurs. New
options file, software, and configuration must be loaded using the user interface
once this reset has been initiated.
NOTE: After the remote is brought into the Velocity network using the procedure
in this chapter, use the Terminal WUI or Web iSite to update the option files or
upgrade the software packages.
NOTE: Use SCP on Linux machines and WINSCP on Windows machines to transfer
files to the remote.
2. Usign SSH, login to the remote as root/iDirect and create a temporary directory under
/common
# cd /common
# mkdir temp
# cd temp
3. Execute the following command to extract the package:
# package –mx –a ../<package name>
For example, # package -mx -a ../CX7xx_rootfs_ga_rmt_1.4.0.2-113.pkg or
CX7xx_rootfs_rmt_1.4.0.0-469.pkg.
4. Execute the following command to create a executable called package_install.sh:
# chmod +x package_install.sh
5. Execute the following command to install the package on partition 5:
# ./package_install.sh /dev/mmcblk0p5 "$(sha512sum ../<package
name> | awk '{print $1}')"
where <package name> is the name of the package. For example,
CX7xx_rootfs_ga_rmt_1.4.0.2-113.pkg or CX7xx_rootfs_rmt_1.4.0.0-469.pkg.
6. Execute the following command to check the installation status:
# cat /common/pkgDb/mmcblk0p5/<package name>/status
where <package name> is the name of the package. For example,
CX7xx_rootfs_ga_rmt_1.4.0.2-113.pkg or CX7xx_rootfs_rmt_1.4.0.0-469.pkg.
NOTE: Once the installation is complete and successful, the temp directory
and its contents are deleted.
7. Execute the following command to recreate the temp directory under /common:
# mkdir temp
# cd temp
8. Execute the following command to extract the package:
# package –mx –a ../<package name>
For example, # package -mx -a ../CX7xx_rootfs_ga_rmt_1.4.0.2-113.pkg or
CX7xx_rootfs_rmt_1.4.0.0-469.pkg.
9. Execute the following command to create a executable called package_install.sh:
# chmod +x package_install.sh
10. Execute the following command to install the package on partition 6:
# ./package_install.sh /dev/mmcblk0p6 "$(sha512sum ../<package
name> | awk '{print $1}')"
where <package name> is the name of the package. For example,
CX7xx_rootfs_ga_rmt_1.4.0.2-113.pkg or CX7xx_rootfs_rmt_1.4.0.0-469.pkg.