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INBR NO.: 4551

THE INFORMATION GIVEN IN THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT TO BE PUBLISHED OR

COMMUNICATED EITHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY TO THE PRESS OR TO ANY PERSON
NOT HOLDING AN OFFICIAL POSITION IN THE SERVICE OF THE GOVERNMENT OF INDIA.

USER MANUAL
FOR
MSS TRANSRECEIVER TERMINAL
MODEL NO.: ASL-MSS-TX-RX-251
(DOC no. AVL/MSSTRX/UM/2011-12/02)

THIS HANDBOOK DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AUTHORITY FOR REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENT

OF COMPONENTS BY USERS. REPAIRS BY DIFFERENT AGENCIES WILL ONLY BE
CARRIED OUT AS LAID DOWN IN “PERMISSIBLE REPAIR SCHEDULES” PUBLISHED AS
EMER’s OR EQUIVALENT FROM TIME TO TIME.

Prepared & Published by

AVANTEL LIMITED
Hyderabad – 500 081

Sep 2011

Under the Authority of

Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India

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FOREWORD

Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document. The
technical content has been authenticated by the concerned design
agency. The reader is however requested to communicate by letter or
e-mail with NTG (Hyderabad) if any error is observed and if there are
any suggestions to improve this document.

E-Mail Address : [email protected]

Postal Address : Officer-in-Charge
Naval Technical Group
C/o Bharat Electronics Ltd.
IE Nacharam
Hyderabad – 500 076

Telephone No. : 040 - 27154153

Fax No. : 040 - 27154089

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RECORD OF CHANGES

Change Incorporated by Initials

Notice Authority “Name and Rank” with
Number in Block Letters Date

01 VP - QA K RAMESH 23-09-2011

02 VP - QA K RAMESH 29-09-2011

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SAFETY WARNING

The voltages employed in this Equipment are

Sufficiently high to endanger human life.

POWER
MUST BE SWITCHED OFF
Before servicing the Equipment
And
GREAT CARE
Taken when making internal adjustments etc.

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FIRST AID IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

Fig. 1

1. Switch OFF. If this is not possible, PROTECT YOURSELF with

dry insulating material and pull the victim clear of the
conductor. DO NOT TOUCH THE VICTIM WITH YOUR HAND
until he is clear of the conductor, but DO NOT WASTE TIME.

Fig. 2

2. a. Place the victim in the supine position.

b. Keep the air passages clear by turning the head to one side,
opening the patient’s mouth and clearing it of water, saline, mucus
or blood, a lot of which might have accumulated in the back of the
throat. (Figure 1)

Fig. 3 3. If the jaw is rigid try to force the mouth open by pressure on the gum
behind the last molar tooth of the lower jaw. When the upper air passages
are thus cleared, tilt the head backward and force the jaw forwards from the
angles of the jaw in front of the ears. This would prevent mechanical
obstructions to the upper air passages. (Figure 2 – 3).

4. a. The hold the chin up and forward with one hand and pinch the
nostrils of the victim with the other. (Figure 4)
b. Take a very deep breath and apply your mouth to that of the victim
and blow into his mouth, until the chest of the victim moves up
Fig. 4 indicating filling of the lungs. (NEVER ALLOW THE CHIN TO
SAG). (Figure 4)

5. When the chest has moved up, withdraw your mouth and allow the chest to
sling back. REPEAT this process every three to four seconds until the victim
begins to breathe again or until he is taken over by a medical attendant. This
method can be continued in an ambulance during transit of the patient from
the site of accident to the nearest medical center.

HAVE SOMEONE ELSE AND SEND FOR A DOCTOR. KEEP

PATIENT WARM AND LOOSEN HIS CLOTHING. DO NOT GIVE
LIQUIDS UNTIL. THE PATIENT IS CONSCIOUS.

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C AUTIONS

 RF COMPONENTS: RF Components like RF SWITCH, MIXERS and LOW

NOISE AMPLIFIERS needs proper care while replacing. Ensure proper
grounding before handling these components. Use torque wrench while
tightening connectors.
 RF CABLES: While connecting RF cables, first few threads to be tightened
with hand and tight the connector using torque wrench to make proper RF
contact.
 PRECAUTIONS FOR Anti-Static devices: Ensure proper grounding to the
system. ICs, IC’s built with CMOS Technologies, Processor chips, Analog
ICs GaAs FETs are not to be touched with bare hands to avoid damaged to
the devices. EPROM Masking should not be removed to prevent loss of data,
mask the programming devices like EPROMS etc.
 USE OF LINE FILTERS: Ensure proper Rating of the line filters before
replacing in case of failure.
 EPROMS: While placing or replacing the ICs, which are on bases, proper
polarity should be ensured.

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LIST OF ASSOCIATED BOOKS

Sl.No. Description
1. Technical Manual for MSS Transreceiver Terminal
2. User Manual for MSS Transreceiver Terminal
3. User Manual for TxRx Work station with Software

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List of Figures

Fig.No. Description Page No.

1. Network diagram 4
2. Functional block diagram 5
3. MSS Transmitter 6
4. MSS Receiver 7
5. System configuration 9
6. Mounting location 11
7. Installation diagram 12
8. Interconnections 13
9. AC power cable AC-DC converter 14
10. AC power chord of the receiving station 14

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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

ADC : Analog to Digital Converter

BITE : Built-in Test Equipment
BPF : Band Pass Filter
bps : Bits Per Second
BPSK : Binary Phase Shift Keying
DCE : Data Communication Equipment
DSP : Digital Signal Processing
DTE : Data Terminal Equipment
FEC : Forward Error Correction
FPGA : Field Programmable Gate Array
FRP : Fiber Re-Inforced Plastic
GIS : Geographic Information System
IF : Intermediate frequency
INSAT : Indian National Satellite
LHCP : Left Hand Circular Polarization
RHCP : Right Hand Circular Polarization
LNA : Low Noise Amplifier
LO : Local oscillator
LPF : Low pass filter
MID : Mobile Identification number
MSS : Mobile Satellite Services
NMS : Network Management System
NRZ : Non return to Zero
PLL : Phase Locked Loop
POST : Power on Self Test
ppm : Parts Per Million
PROM : Programmable Read Only Memory
RF : Radio Frequency
TCXO : Temperature Controlled Crystal Oscillator
UW : Unique Word
VCO : Voltage Controlled Oscillator

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C O NT E NT S

C O N T E N T S ....................................................................................................... x
C H A P T E R – I ................................................................................................ 1
1.1. Introduction ........................................................................................................ 1
1.2. Technical Specifications..................................................................................... 1
1.3 Network diagram................................................................................................. 4
C H A P T E R – I I ............................................................................................. 5
2.1. Brief Technical Description ................................................................................. 5
1. Functional block diagram ................................................................................... 5
2.1.2 MSS Transmitter ............................................................................................... 6
C H A P T E R – I I I ........................................................................................... 8
3.1. Unpacking .......................................................................................................... 8
3.1.1. Check List of deliverables ............................................................................... 8
C H A P T E R – I V ............................................................................................ 9
4.1 Preparation for use and installation .................................................................... 9
C H A P T E R – V ............................................................................................ 15
5.1 Operating Instructions........................................................................................ 15
5.2 Test Equipment ................................................................................................ 35
C H A P T E R – V I .......................................................................................... 36
6.1 User’s/operator’s servicing and maintenance Instructions ................................. 36
C H A P T E R – V I I ....................................................................................... 39
7.1 Demolition of Materials to Prevent Enemy Use .................................................. 39
L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y ......................................................................... 40
C E R T I F I C AT E O F C O M P L I A N C E ........................................ 41

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C H A PT E R – I

1.1. Introduction

The MSS Transreceiver terminal can be used to send and receive short
messages from any stationary/moving platforms to a stationary Hub station through
MSS Transponder of Indian Satellite, which operates in S x C and C x S links. The
MSS Transreceiver terminal houses MSS transmit chain and MSS receiver chain
modules. MSS transit section uses S x C transponder of INSAT-3C satellite and the
MSS receive chain uses C x S transponder of INSAT-3C satellite. MSS
Transreceiver unit operates on 24V DC. The messages are sent/received using Tx-
Rx client software loaded in Tx-Rx workstation. Serial communication (RS-232) is
used to send data to/from the units to Tx-Rx workstation. Network diagram is shown
in figure 1.

1.2. Technical Specifications

Sl.
Parameter Specification
No
1 Frequency band
a. Transmit Frequency 2670-2690MHz
b. Receive Frequency 2500-2520MHz
2 Step size 5KHz
3 Frequency stability ±1.0 ppm
4 Transmit parameters
a. Transmit power output 8W±1dB
b. Message length 200 characters max
c. Message Transmission TDMA or ALOHA
d. Transmission rate 600bps
e. Information rate 300bps
f. Modulation BPSK
g. Harmonics -30dbc min
h. SSB phase noise
Offset from carrier SSB phase noise
a. 100Hz -60dBc/Hz max
b. 1000Hz -65dBc/Hz max

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Sl.
Parameter Specification
No
5 Receiver parameters
a. Type Heterodyne multi-stage, Down conversion
b. Input S-Band signal of –136dBm minimum
c. Output Serial data
d. Modulation BPSK
e. Coding Rate ½ FEC
f. Information rate 300bps
g. GPS receiver Built in
6 Antennas
a. Transmit antenna
i. Frequency 2670-2690MHz
ii. Type Patch
iii. Polarization LHCP
iv. 3dB Beam width 90 deg
v. Connector SMA (F)
b. Receive antenna
i. Frequency 2500-2520MHz
ii. Type Patch
iii. Polarization LHCP
iv. 3dB Beam width 90 deg
v. Connector SMA (F)
c. Transmit antenna
i. Frequency 2670-2690MHz
ii. Type Patch
iii. Polarization RHCP
iv. 3dB Beam width 90 deg
v. Connector SMA (F)
d. Receive antenna
i. Frequency 2500-2520MHz
ii. Type Patch
iii. Polarization RHCP
iv. 3dB Beam width 90 deg
v. Connector SMA (F)

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Sl. Parameter Specification

No
e. L- Band (GPS)
antenna
i. Frequency 1575.42MHz
ii. Type Patch
iii. 3dB Beam width 90 deg
iv. Connector SMA (F)
7 Power supply
a. Input voltage 24V DC
b. Power dissipation 24W@ Normal mode (max.)
72W@ Transmission mode (max.)
8 Environment
a. Vibration JSS-55555 Test no.28 Table 4.28.2(S.No 2b)
Resonance search (Z-axis): 7-300Hz,
 0.2mm constant displacement or
 30mm/sec constant velocity whichever is less.
Endurance: 1hr at each resonance Frequency
b. High Temperature +550 C
c. Damp heat 90% RH @ 400 C
d. Low Temperature -100 C
e. Driving rain 100mm per hour
f. Mould growth JSS- 55555 Test No.21 on dummy unit.
g. Corrosion (salt) Salt solution with NaCl 25.5g per liter
Salt solution with NaBr 0.285g per litreat
35 deg.C, RH 95%.
JSS 55555, Test No: 9 Procedure: 1
On Dummy unit. Duration 7days.
h. Shock JSS- 55555 Test No.24 Procedure1 20G/11m
sec, Half sine
i. Dust 25gm of dust per 5minutes for 1 hour @ 400 C,
RH 50%
9. EMI/EMC CE101, CE102, RE101, RE102, RE103,
CS101, CS114, CS116, RS101 & RS103.

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1.3 Network diagram

Above deck Inside ship

Tx Rx work station (PC)

RS232

24V DC
MSS Transreceiver Terminal
AC-DC converter

Figure 1

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C H A P T E R – I I

2.1. Brief Technical Description

The MSS Transreceiver terminal houses MSS transmit chain and MSS receiver
chain modules. MSS Transreceiver unit operates on 24V DC. The MSS
Transreceiver terminal can be used to send and receive short messages from any
stationary/moving platforms to a stationary Hub station through MSS Transponder of
Indian Satellite, which operates in S x C and C x S links. The messages are
sent/received using Tx-Rx client software loaded in Tx-Rx workstation. Serial
communication (RS-232) is used to send data to/from the units to Tx-Rx workstation.

1. Functional block diagram

Above Deck

GPS
Tx Tx Antenna GPS
RHCP LHCP Receiver

Tx RF MSS
Switch Transmitter RS 232

Rx Rx
RHCP LHCP
MSS
RS 232
Receiver

Rx RF
Switch
DC-DC
Converter

Figure 2

:N

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2.1.2 MSS Transmitter

MSS transmit section mainly consists of S-Band synthesizer, BPSK Modulator,

SSPA, Base band control card, sequential card, Band pass filter and line filter.
Functional block diagram of the MSS Transmitter is shown in figure.3. All the sub-
systems are housed in an aluminum enclosure.

Tx RHCP Tx LHCP
Antenna Antenna
BPSK
Modulator SSPA Isolator

BPF RF
Synthesizer Switch

Base Band
Control Card L-Band GPS
Antenna
RS232 data
to PC GPS
Receiver

Figure 3

The authorized users only can configure the transmit terminal. The following
parameters are configured from the TX-RX work station application:
 Terminal ID (MID)
 Frequency of operation (Channel number)
 Message packet size (40/200)
 Access type (TDMA/ALOHA)
The configuration will remain same even though the terminal is switched OFF and
can be modified by over writing on the old configuration. Graphical User interface
(GUI) shall be provided for selection of Terminal ID, frequency, message selection
and transmission.

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2.1.3 MSS Receiver

MSS receiver section mainly consists LNAs, Trans-reject filter, LO & Down
converter, Demod & decoder and DC-DC converter. Functional block diagram of the
MSS Transmitter is shown in figure.4. The MSS receive section receives the BPSK
modulated signal with very high sensitivity of -136dBm (approx.). The received signal
is down converted and demodulated for extraction of actual message and sent it to
the receiving station for storage of messages.

Rx Rx
RHCP LHCP

RF LNA
Switch LNA ST1 Tx Reject ST2&Mixer
filter
S-band LO 69.980 MHz out

Demodulator
I/P Down and
24V DC DC-DC +5V
converter 9KHz Decoder
Converter +12V
out
-12V

Figure 4

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C H A P T ER – I I I

3.1. Unpacking

As packing cases and other packing materials used for packing the MSS
Transreceiver Terminal can be used again, if they are in good condition, unpack the
cases carefully. After unpacking check the items as per packing slip.

3.1.1. Check List of deliverables

The supply pack contains:

1. MSS Transreceiver Terminal 1

2. Tx-Rx work station with software 1
3. Interconnecting cable with connectors 1
(Non LFH max. of 50mtr)
4. AC-DC converter 1
5. MSS Transreceiver Technical Manual 1
6. MSS Transreceiver User Manual 1
7. TxRx Software User manual 1

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C H AP T E R – I V

4.1 Preparation for use and installation

4.1.1 Physical Inspection

Prior to installation and/or use of the equipment, a thorough visual inspection should
be made to detect any transport damage. The equipment is designed to withstand
normal physical environments encountered during transportation.

4.1.2 System configuration

230 V AC-Mains from

Junction Box

MSS Transreceiver C5 C4
Terminal

J2
Tx-Rx Workstation
J7 RS232
J3 AC-DC
Converter
C3 J10
J1
J4 J5 J6
C2 J9
C1
RS232
J8

Figure 5

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4.1.3 Interface details

INTERFACE SUBSYSTEM / SYSTEM DETAILS
J1 MSS Transreceiver 24V DC & DATA port.
J2 AC-DC Converter AC power supply socket.
C1 (J1 to Supply) 4 core
24V DC output of AC-DC 19STRD/29AWG cable from MSS
J3
converter Transreceiver Terminal is connected
at this port.
DCE port-1 of RS232 isolator C1 (J1 to TxRx interface) 6 core
J4
in AC-DC converter. 7STRD/32AWG cable from MSS
DCE port-2 of RS232 isolator Transreceiver Terminal are
J5
in AC-DC converter terminated at these ports.
DTE port-1 of RS232 isolator This port is connected to COM port of
J6
in AC-DC converter the receiving station thru C2
DTE port-2 of RS232 isolator This port is connected to COM port of
J7
in AC-DC converter the transmitting station thru C3
J8 Work station COM port of the Receiving station.
J9 Work station COM port of the transmitting station.
J10 Work station AC power supply socket.

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4.1.4 Mounting Location

An interface flange has to be welded to the pole mast on which MSS Transreceiver
Terminal is required to be installed. Installation diagram including flange details are
shown in section 4.1.6. The mounting location should have ± 600 clear to sky view for
Line of Sight communication. Refer figure 6.

° 60 ° 60
60 ° 60 °

ANTENNA RADOME
HANDLE WITH CARE

24V DC
& MSS TRANSRECEIVER TERMINAL
PC INTERFACE
MODEL NO : ASL-MSS-TX-RX-251
SERIAL :
A H G

B J K F

C E
D

avantel

Figure 6

4.1.5 Installation of the Terminal on the deck

Position the MSS Transreceiver Terminal on the pole mount interface flange as
shown in section 4.1.6. Fix with M8x30 Hex bolts at 6 places. Use plain washer on
bolt head side and spring & plain washers on nut side. Connect the interconnecting
cables.
Mechanical Dimensions:
Body : Rectangular 354mm x 320 mm x 124.5 mm
Weight : 7.5 Kgs max.

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4.1.6 Installation diagram

INTEGRATED MSS TX-RX

TERMINAL
SS HEX BOLTS
M8.0 x 30 - 6 NOS

SCOPE OF AVANTEL
WITH PLAIN &
SPRING WASHERS & NUTS

AN
E T
HA N NA
ND
L E R AD
IT H OME
W
CAR
E

PC
INTE
RF
AC
E

MS
M OD S T
SE EL R A
RIA NO N S
L: : AS R E
L-
MS
CE
S- TX IV E
-R R TE
X- 25
1 RM
INA
L

BASE PLATE
354 X 320 X 4 MM

TO BE FABRICATED BY THE SHIP

POLE MOUNT
Ø80X3 MM THICK PIPE
HEIGHT TO BE DECIDED BY INDIVIDUAL SHIP

3 MM THICK GUSSETS -4 NOS

Ø 150 X 4 MM THICK PLATE

NOTE : -
1. USE MS (or) ALUMINUM FOR POLE MOUNT, BASED ON TYPE OF SHIP'S DECK.
2. FOR FABRICATION DETAILS OF POLE MOUNT REFER DRAWING NO : 133870000M15-00.

Figure 7

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4.1.7 Interconnections
The following are the inter connections for the MSS Transreceiver terminal.
The DC supply (24V DC) to the MSS Transreceiver terminal is taken from DC output
port of AC-DC converter(J3). C1 (J1 to Supply) 4 core 19STRD/29AWG cable from
MSS Transreceiver Terminal is connected to J3 port.

C1 (J1 to TxRx interface) 6 core 7STRD/32AWG cable from MSS Transreceiver

Terminal are terminated at J4 & J5 ports. Cable details are follows:
j. J1 to TxRx interface cable (C1)

1
G H A
6
F K J B
2
E D C 7
3
8
4
9
5

4
1
2 3

J1 J1 TO TXRX INTERFACE TX
4C 6 CORE
OR J1 T
E/ O
19 SU
ST PP
RD L
/29 Y
10 PIN CIRCULAR(M) A WG
+24V
GND RX

9 PIN D-TYPE (F) CONNECTOR

SPECIFICATIONS WITH DUST CAP

CONNECTOR : 10 PIN CIRCULAR(M) TO D -TYPE

CABLE : 6CORE, 4CORE/EQUIVALENT
LENGTH : 50Mtr (±1000mm)
DESCRIPTION : TX RX TERMINAL(J1) TO SUPPLY & PC INTERFACE

SL FROM 10PIN CIRCULAR(M) TO 9 PIN D-TYPE (F) & SUPPLY COLOUR

NO. J2

1 A +24V RED

2 B +24V RED 04 9 PIN D-TYPE (F) CONNECTOR

3 C GND BLACK 03 6CORE, 4CORE/EQUIVALENT

02 HOT STAMPING ON SILICON SLEEVE

4 D GND BLACK
01 10PIN CIRCULAR (M) CONNECTOR
5 E TX DB9-2 BROWN
ITEM DESIGNATION & FINAL DIMENSIONS
6 F TX DB9-3 RED

7 G TX DB9-5 BLACK avantel

PLOT NO:16, SECTOR III
8 H RX DB9-2 ORANGE HUDA TECHNO ENCLAVE
MADHAPUR, HYDERABAD-81
9 J RX DB9-3 YELLOW
ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MM
GENERAL TOLERANCE
10 K RX DB9-5 BLACK WHERE NOT SPECIFIED
OVER UP TO TOLERANCE
- 100 ±0.10

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ii) AC power cable for AC-DC converter (C5)

C5

230 V AC

J2
AC-DC
Converter

Figure 9

C5 is a 3-Core cable with 3-pin plug for 230V AC power to the AC-DC converter. It is
part of AC-DC converter. Refer figure 5 for details.

Note : Make sure that the ground of the AC-DC converter is extended to ship
ground.

AC power chord of the receiving station (C4)

The AC power chord of the receiving station (C4) is connected to Junction box (JB).
Refer figure 5 for details.

230 V AC

C4

Figure 10

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C H AP T E R – V

5.1 Operating Instructions

Refer sections 4.1.2, 4.1.3 & 4.1.6 for installation and configuration.
5.1.1 Opening MSS Transreceiver Software
i. Switch ON the PC and AC-DC converter. Ensure that MSS Transreceiver is
drawing normal current of 700 ± 50 mA by monitoring the current display of AC-
DC converter.
ii. Open the MSS Transreceiver software on the Transmitting station.
iii. Enter User Name and Password in User ID and Password fields. The default
user name is “Admin” and password is “ Admin123* ”.

iv. Home screen is displayed after successful login. If the connectivity is

established with Transreceiver hardware, Tx Status and Rx Status will be
displayed as Running in green after one minute polling time.

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v. If connection is not established, Tx Status and Rx Status will be shown as

Stopped in red as displayed in the following screen. Then check for data
cables connectivity.

5.1.2 Configuration of Transreceiver Software:

Before sending messages, check the settings as given below:
Select Settings option from the Home screen. The following settings menu will be
displayed.

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5.1.2.1 Frequency Settings:

Select Frequency from the Settings menu. The following screen is displayed:

Procedure to configure Frequency Settings:

Step1: Enter Channel Name and Frequency in Tx Frequencies - Preset Pool. The
frequency should be in the range of 2670000 KHz to 2690000 KHz.
Step2: Click the Add button.
Step3: Enter Channel Name and Frequency in Tx Frequencies - Random Tx Pool.
Step4: Click the Add button.
Step5: Repeat Step1 to Step4 to add multiple frequencies
Step6: Enter receiving frequency in Frequency field in Rx Frequency panel. The
receive frequency should be in the range of 2500000 KHz and 2520000 KHz.
Step6: Finally click on Save button.
- The frequency with destination Hub is updated in the frequency settings in
configuration file.
- Each frequency is mapped with a unique name for easy identification.

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5.1.2.2 Message Settings:

Select Messaging from Settings menu. The following screen is displayed:

Procedure to configure Message Settings:

Step1: Select the Mobile ID from the Mobile ID drop down list.
Step2: Select the Default Hub from the Reporting Station ID drop down list (i.e.
Destination hub).
Step3: Select Acknowledge ‘ACK’ Request Messages option. If this is not selected,
acknowledgments will not be transmitted for received messages.
Step4: Select the Packet Length from Packet Length drop down list (40,100 and 200).
Step5: Select the Message Length from Message Length drop down list (40,200 and
1000).
Step6: Save the settings.

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5.1.2.3 Communication Port Settings: Select Comm Ports from Settings menu.
The following screen is displayed:

Procedure to configure Communication Port Settings:

Step1: Select MSS Transmitter.
Step2: Select the appropriate Comm Port for Transmitter.
Step3: Set the Speed to 600bps.
Step4: Select MSS Receiver.
Step5: Select the appropriate Comm Port for Receiver.
Step6: Set the Speed to 1200bps.
Step7: Save the settings.

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5.1.2.4 Transmitter Settings: Select Transmitter from Settings menu. The following
screen is displayed:

Procedure to configure Transmitter Settings:

Step1: Select the frequency to be used for ALOHA and TDMA transmissions from
Aloha and TDMA Settings.
Step2: Verify the TDMA settings, and change them if required, as per the required
TDMA settings in Time Slot, Slot Duration and Group Size fields.
Step3: Select the RHCP or LHCP in Polarization.
Step4: Check the Synchronize with GPS checkbox if required.

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5.1.2.5 Receiver Settings: Select Receiver from Settings menu. The following
screen is displayed:

Procedure to configure Receiver Settings:

Step1: Select Receiver Polarization (LHCP or RHCP).

Step3: Click on Save button to save the settings to Transreceiver hardware.

Note: Mobile ID and Rx Frequency cannot be changed in Receiver settings screen.

Mobile ID can be changed in Messaging Settings and Rx Frequency can be changed
in Frequency Settings.

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Follow these steps to transmit messages.

5.1.3 Message Transmission and Reception:
Click on Tx Message menu to send a message. The application displays the following
messaging links to transmit different types of messages.
- Text Message – To send plain text messages
- GPS Message – To send position information
- Standard Message – To send predefined messages
- NC1 Message – To send Naval Cryptogram Form 1
- NC2 Message – To send Naval Cryptogram Form 2
- Email Message – To send email messages
- File Message – To send small text files

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5.1.3 Text message

The Text Message screen is provided for transferring plain text messages. The
message can be typed in the message editor or an existing text file can be loaded into
the message editor.

Procedure to send Text Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority drop down list. Two
priorities are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, TDMA, Single and
Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Enter message data in the message editor and click on Send button.

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The status indicating the number of packets being transferred will be displayed in the
status bar. After completion of message transfer, the “Message Sent Successfully”
message will be displayed in the status bar.

5.1.3.2 GPS message

The GPS Message Transfer screen is used for getting a GPS data and to transfer it.
The GPS Message can be loaded from Transreceiver Terminal or manually entered.
The editor supports Decimal Degree and Degree-Minute-Second formats.

Procedure to send GPS Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority drop down list. Two
priorities are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, TDMA, Single and
Double.
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Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the

message.
Step6: Click on Load GPS From Terminal button to load GPS message from the
Transreceiver Terminal. The GPS data will be loaded into Latitude and Longitude
fields.
Step7: Click on Send button.

The status indicating the number of packets being transferred will be displayed in the
status bar. After completion of message transfer, the “Message Sent Successfully”
message will be displayed in the status bar.

5.1.3.3 Standard message

The Standard Message screen is provided for transferring standard messages. The
Standard Message definitions should be same at both transmitting end and receiving
end. Message definition is automatically loaded when selected, as shown below.
Loaded message definition cannot be modified.

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Procedure to send Standard Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency, select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority drop down list. Two
priorities are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, TDMA, Single and
Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Select the standard message number to be transmitted in Standard Message
List drop down list.
Step7: Click on Send button.
The status indicating the number of packets being transferred will be displayed in the
status bar in home screen. After completion of message transfer, the “Message Sent
Successfully” message will be displayed in the status bar.

5.1.3.4 NC1 Message

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The NC1 Message screen is provided for transferring messages in predefined NC1
format. The interface loads default lists for Precedence Action and Precedence Info
and Security Classification fields. Also the interface provides the option to request for
acknowledgement for the message and transmission priority.

The From, To, Info and message body fields can be loaded from a text file provided
each file is separated with a new line. Sample format of NC1 message file is given
below for reference.

If the above file is loaded into NC1 form, the first line (NHQ INS DEL MUM VIR KAT)
will be loaded into From Field, second line (NHQ INS MUM) will be loaded into To
field, third line (VIR INS DEL) will be loaded into Info field and the last line (Message
Body goes here) will be loaded into message body field. These fields can be edited
before transmission. From, To and Info fields can be selected from a pre-configured
list of addresses. These addresses can be configured in the address configuration
screen under Settings menu. The address list panel contains a preview pan which
displays all selected addresses separated with a comma. Click on any of From, To or
Info fields, the address panel will be displayed as below.

After selecting the desired addresses, click on OK button. The content of preview pan
will be loaded into the respective field.

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Procedure to send NC1 Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency panel.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority dropdown. Two priorities
are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, Single and Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Enter details in NC1 form.
Step7: Click on Send button.

5.1.3.5 NC2 Message

The NC2 Messaging screen is provided for transferring cryptogram messages. The
interface loads default lists for Precedence Action and Precedence Info fields. Also the
interface provides the option to request for acknowledgement for the message and

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transmission priority. User can navigate through the NC2 words by using the right side
scroll bar or by using the Tab Key.

The cryptogram fields can be loaded from a text file. The file should contain
cryptogram fields with each row separated by a new line and each field in a row
separated by a tab. Sample format is given below for user reference.

Procedure to send NC2 Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.

Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority dropdown. Two priorities
are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, Single and Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Enter details in NC2 form.
Step7: Click on Send button.

5.1.3.6 Email Message

The Email Message screen is provided for transferring email messages from Vehicle.
On successful reception at destination, if the SMTP Gateway is configured, the
message will be automatically sent as an email to the specified recipients. The screen
displays last used From Email ID by default in the From field. Multiple email Ids can
be entered in To and CC fields separated by commas. The length of the message
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includes the length of the From Email ID, To Email ID, CC Email ID, Subject and body
of the message and is displayed in the Mail Length field.

Procedure to send Email Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority dropdown. Two priorities
are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, Single and Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Enter recipient email Ids in To and CC fields.
Step7: Enter mail subject in Subject field and mail body in the Message text box
provided.
Step8: Click on Send button.

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5.1.3.7 File Message

The File Message screen is used for transferring small text files. File size more than
1000 bytes is not supported, as it occupies more bandwidth keeping the channel busy
for more time.

Procedure to send File Message:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority dropdown. Two priorities
are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, Single and Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Click on Select File button and select the required file. The selected file details
will be displayed in message editor.
Step7: Click on Send button.

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5.1.3.8 GPS Positions

The received GPS positions of other Vehicles can be retransmitted to any Vehicle or
hub. These messages will be updated at the destination as current positions of the
terminals. Care must be taken before transmitting the positions of other terminals.

Procedure to send GPS Positions:

Step1: Select recipient ID in To drop down list.
Step2: Select the frequency to be used for message transmission. The message can
be transmitted in preconfigured frequency or a random frequency. To send message
in preconfigured frequency (in Transmitter settings), select Preset option. To send
message in random frequency select Random option in Frequency drop down list.
Step3: Select message transmission priority in TxPriority dropdown. Two priorities
are provided, Normal and High.
Step4: Select any of the transmission mode options from Aloha, Single and Double.
Step5: Check Request ACK checkbox if acknowledgement is required for the
message.
Step6: Select From Date, To Date and click on Get Messages button. List of latest
GPS messages of each terminal will be displayed in grid.
Step7: Select one or more messages from the list and click on Send button.

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5.1.4 Message Reports:

Tx Reports and Rx Reports provide features to read/retransmit Sent or Received
messages. Tx and Rx Reports include Inbox, Outbox, Sent Items, Drafts, MIS Reports
and GIS Reports.
Inbox displays all received messages during a selected period.
Outbox displays messages pending for transmission.
Sent Items displays messages transmitted during a selected period.
MIS Reports contains all the details of received messages, sent messages,
messages pending for transmission, and deleted messages.
GIS Reports plots received GPS positions on digital maps.

5.1.4.1 Inbox/Outbox/Sent Items:

Inbox/Outbox/Sent Items displays messages during a selected period. The report
details include From, To, Message ID, Message Type and Date & Time. Messages
can be edited and retransmitted using this screen. From ID is the source of the
message from where it is originated. To ID is the destination address of the message.
To ID can be Broadcast ID, Multicast ID or Ship ID. 10 messages will be displayed by
default.

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Procedure to view messages:

Step1: Select From Date, To Date and Time then click on Get Messages button.
Step2: List of messages will be displayed in grid.
Step3: Double click on any message to view the details. The message will be opened
in the corresponding message window (if Text Message is selected, it will be opened
in Text Message window).
Step4: Click on Previous and Next buttons to navigate.
Step5: Select one or messages in the grid.
Step6: Click on Delete button to delete the selected messages.

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5.2 Test Equipment

Sl. Manufacturer/
Designation/Nomenclature Qty
No. Model no.
1 Spectrum Analyzer Agilent E4404 1
2 Frequency counter Agilent 53150A 1
3 30 dB attenuator Bird 25-A-MFN-30 or equivalent 1
4 AC-DC Converter 24V DC RACE PS 2404 or equivalent 1
5 Test Cable N (M)-SMA (M) 1 mtr Avantel 2
6 Test Cable SMA (M)-SMA (M) 1 Avantel 2
mtr
7 Synthesized signal generator
Agilent N9310A or equivalent 2
9KHz - 3GHz
8 30 dB attenuator Bird 25-A-MFN-30 or equivalent 6
9 Oscilloscope 100MHz Tektronix TDS2012B or
2
equivalent
10 PC/Laptop - 1
11 Multimeter Rishabh 13S/14S or equivalent 2
12 Soldering Station Hakko 936 or equivalent 2
13 Screw driver Kit Taparia or equivalent 2
14 Test Cable N (M)-SMA (M) 1 mtr Avantel 8
15 Test Cable SMA (M)-SMA (M) 1 Avantel 8
mtr

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C H A P T ER – VI

6.1 User’s/operator’s servicing and maintenance Instructions

6.1.1 General

1. Take care while carrying and installing the MSS Transreceiver Terminal.
2. Ensure that Input to the AC-DC converter is 230V AC ± 10%.
3. Ensure that all the connectors (DC supply and PC interface) are locked
properly.
4. Switch OFF AC-DC converter while connecting / disconnecting the inter
connecting cables.
5. Never remove the covers of any of the units. If any fault is observed, replace
the unit with spare and report to service engineer.
6. Clean connectors of all the cables once in a month with proper cleaning
agent like IPA.
7. Chassis of the MSS Transreceiver terminal, PC and AC-DC converter
should be connected to common ground.

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6.1.2 Likely faults and fault drill

6.1.2.1 Fault Diagnosis

The circuit diagrams and general assembly drawings included in this manual are
adequate to identify a malfunctioning sub-assembly if basic troubleshooting disciplines
are followed.

6.1.2.2 Trouble-Shooting

Fault
S.No Probable cause Remedial Action
Identification
01 Serial No power supply to a. Confirm the AC- DC converter is
Communication terminal ON. Check DC Output Voltage
connection not ON (LED display of AC-DC
established Converter
b. Check power cable is connected
properly at both ends i.e. AC-DC
Converter and MSS Transreceiver
Terminal
Interface cable not a. Verify the interface cable for
connected proper connectivity.
b. If everything is in order replace
the Terminal with spare one and
send the faulty Terminal for repair.
PC Serial port not Replace the serial port
working
02 Output power The power supply for all Check and ensure the primary voltage
decrease the Tx modules may not is coming to all modules, if not check
be present the wiring.
Interconnecting cable Check the interconnecting cables for
may be the problem any loose contacts or any damage of
connectors and cables. Replace the
particular cable assembly.
03 No power output All Tx modules are Check all the modules individually as
cascaded in series. Any per test procedure
one of the module may
be faulty

04 Messages are not Tx RF parameters like Verify the parameters as per

receiving at the Output power specifications. It is not OK replace the
Hub Frequency & terminal.
Modulation

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Fault
S.No Probable cause Remedial Action
Identification
Subsystems of Hub Verify the subsystem specifications of
electronics Hub electronics. If it is OK replace the
subsystems.
05 No GPS data Presence of GPs signal Verify the interconnecting cable and
GPS antenna
Data of the GPS Verify the GPS data output
receiver
06 Non receipt of the Presence of proper IF Verify the IF input signal level. If OK,
messages at the level in Rx section verify the down converter output level.
receiver If these are OK, problem could be in
the demodulator and decoder.
Replace the demodulator and decoder
with spare one and send the faulty
module for repair.

07 Tx BITE fail Tx modules not working Replace the Tx faulty modules

08 Rx BITE fail Rx modules not working Replace the Rx faulty modules

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C H A P T ER – VI I

7.1 Demolition of Materials to Prevent Enemy Use

General

The demolition procedure outlined below will be used to prevent the enemy from using
or salvaging this equipment. Demolition of the equipment will be done only on order of
the commander.

Methods of Destruction

Use any or all of the following methods to destroy the equipment.

1. Smash: Smash the crystals, PROMS, controls, semiconductors, coils, switches,

transformers and headsets; use sledges, hand-axes, pickaxes, hammers,
crowbars or heavy tools.
2. Cut: Cut the cords, headsets and wiring; use axes, hand-axes or hatchets.
3. Burn: Burn the cords, resistors, capacitors, coils, wiring, technical manuals; use
gasoline, kerosene, oil, flamethrowers or incendiary.
4. Bend: Bend the panels, cabinet and chassis.
5. Explosives: If explosives are necessary, use firearms, grenades or TNT.
6. Disposal: Bury or scatter the destroyed parts in slit trenches, foxholes or other
holes, or throw them into streams.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

AVANTEL warrants each product to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of Twelve (12) months from invoice date.
AVANTEL will repair the product at no charge for parts and labour if the failure has
been caused by factory defect as disclosed during our examination.

This warranty does not apply to:

1. Damage or malfunction caused by:
a. Accident, misuse, fire, lightening or other acts of nature, unauthorized
product modification.
b. Installation or removal of the product to or from other equipment.
c. Any other cause not attributable to product defect.
2. Repair or attempted repair by anyone without written authorization from

AVANTEL Prior to returning any AVANTEL product for repair, please contact our
service department at Tel: +91-40-6630 5000 Fax: +91-40-6630 5004

Note: For out–of warranty repairs, AVANTEL will submit an estimate for approval
prior to actual repair.

AVANTEL’s liability for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of
the product at our option.

Avantel shall not be responsible for:

a. Damage to other property caused by any defects in this product, damages based
upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time.
b. Any other damages, whether incidental or consequential.

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C E R T I F I C AT E OF COMPLIANCE

Customer: Model No: ASL-MSS-TX-RX-251

Contract No: Dated:

It is hereby certified that the equipment shown below conforms to the

requirements of your purchase order and is constructed from all new materials
and in accordance with accepted industry workmanship practices. The
measured performances meet the applicable specifications.

DESCRIPTION MODEL NO. SERIAL NO.

MSS Transreceiver Terminal ASL-MSS-TX-RX-251

Signature :
Date :

Avantel Limited
Plot No. 16, Sector-III,
HUDA Techno Enclave,
Opp. K Raheja IT park,
Madhapur, Hyderabad - 500 081,
Andhra Pradesh, India.
Phone: +91-40-6630 5000
Fax: +91-40-6630 5004
Website: http://www.avantel.in

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