Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver

AFOT Series

Installation and Operation Manual

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Table of Content
Chapter 1 Product Overview ...............................................................................................1
1.1 About The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver .........................................................1
1.2 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver Functions .........................................................3
1.2.1 TX Board ......................................................................................3
1.2.2 RX Board ......................................................................................3
1.2.3 Digital Transceiver Board .................................................................3
1.2.4 1310/1550 WDM coupler ...................................................................3
1.2.5 Power Supply ................................................................................3
1.2.6 DiSEqC ........................................................................................3
1.2.7 Monitor and Control ........................................................................4
1.2.8 AFOT Functional Block Diagram ..........................................................5
1.3 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver Interfaces (AFOT) ...............................................6
1.3.1 Indoor AFOT Front View ...................................................................6
1.3.2 Indoor AFOT Rear View ....................................................................7
1.3.3 Outdoor AFOT Front View .................................................................9
1.3.4 Outdoor AFOT Rear View ................................................................ 10
1.3.5 AFOT Connector Pin-out Configurations .............................................. 11
1.4 Product Models ...................................................................................... 12
1.5 System Components ................................................................................ 13
1.5.1 Transient Protection Box for the Outdoor AFOT .................................... 13
Chapter 2 System Configuration ........................................................................................ 15
2.1 AFOT with DiSEqC................................................................................... 15
2.2 AFOT Transmit and Receive ...................................................................... 17
Chapter 3 Installation ..................................................................................................... 19
3.1 Unpacking the Box .................................................................................. 19
3.2 Pre-Installation Preparations ..................................................................... 20
3.2.1 Power Supply .............................................................................. 20
3.3 Installing the Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver .......................................... 21
Chapter 4 Setup and Management ...................................................................................... 25
4.1 Monitor & Control............................................................................................. 25
4.1.1 Agilis Device Discovery Tool ............................................................ 25
4.2 Monitor & Control via HTTP (Web) ........................................................................ 30
4.2.1 Connecting the PC to the AFOT ........................................................ 30
4.2.2 Connecting to the Web Interface ...................................................... 30
4.2.3 Device Alarm .............................................................................. 34
4.2.4 Configuring the AFOT .................................................................... 35
4.2.5 Setting Up SNMP Parameters ........................................................... 38
4.3 Monitor & Control via SNMP ................................................................................. 39
4.3.2 Connecting the PC to the AFOT ........................................................ 40
4.3.3 Connecting to the SNMP Interface ..................................................... 40
4.3.4 Managing the AFOT via SNMP Manager ................................................ 41
Chapter 5 Maintenance ................................................................................................... 47
5.1 Preventive Maintenance ........................................................................... 47
5.1.1 Gains Testing .............................................................................. 47
5.1.2 Completing the Maintenance ........................................................... 48
Appendix A Customer Service ............................................................................................. 49
A.1 Warranty Information .............................................................................. 49
A.2 Return Material Authorization (RMA) ............................................................ 50
A.3 Additional Technical Support ..................................................................... 52

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Appendix B Unit Specifications ........................................................................................... 53
B.1 System Specification Tables ...................................................................... 53
B.2 Mechanical Outlines ................................................................................ 57
Appendix C Compliance Standard ........................................................................................ 59
Appendix D Document Revision Log ...................................................................................... 61

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List of Figures
Figure 1.1 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT- Transmit & Receive) Block Diagram ..........................2
Figure 1.2 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT) with DiSEqC Console Block Diagram ..........................2
Figure 1.3 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (Transmit & Receive) functional block diagram .....................5
Figure 1.4 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with DiSEqC functional block diagram .................................5
Figure 1.5 Front view of the Indoor AFOT ...............................................................................6
Figure 1.6 Rear view of the Indoor AFOT – Transmit and Receive ..................................................7
Figure 1.7 Rear view of the Indoor AFOT without DiSEqC console ..................................................7
Figure 1.8 Rear view of the Indoor AFOT with DiSEqC console ......................................................7
Figure 1.9 Front view of the Outdoor AFOT .............................................................................9
Figure 1.10 Rear view of the Outdoor AFOT ............................................................................ 10
Figure 1.11 Transient Protection Box .................................................................................... 13
Figure 2.1 Cabling Diagram of Indoor AFOT with DiSEqC console ................................................. 15
Figure 2.2 Cabling Diagram of Indoor AFOT Transmit and Receive ............................................... 17
Figure 2.3 Cabling Diagram of Outdoor AFOT Transmit and Receive ............................................. 18
Figure 3.1 Typical mounting of an Indoor AFOT ...................................................................... 21
Figure 3.2 Connecting the Cables ....................................................................................... 23
Figure 4.1 Agilis Device Discovery Tool installer ..................................................................... 26
Figure 4.2 Agilis Device Discovery Tool in Start menu .............................................................. 26
Figure 4.3 Agilis Device Discovery Tool shortcut icon ............................................................... 26
Figure 4.4 Agilis Device Discovery Tool – Main GUI................................................................... 27
Figure 4.5 Connecting via Ethernet connection ...................................................................... 28
Figure 4.6 AFOT network information in the Discovery Tool ....................................................... 28
Figure 4.7 Modifying Network Parameters using the Discovery Tool.............................................. 29
Figure 4.8 Connecting via Ethernet connection ...................................................................... 30
Figure 4.9 Configuring static IP .......................................................................................... 31
Figure 4.10 Disabling proxy server ....................................................................................... 32
Figure 4.11 AFOT’s web configuration interface ...................................................................... 33
Figure 4.12 AFOT Device Alarm screen .................................................................................. 34
Figure 4.13 Logging in ...................................................................................................... 35
Figure 4.14 Device Configuration screen ................................................................................ 35
Figure 4.15 LNB Current Limit textbox .................................................................................. 36
Figure 4.16 Device ID textbox ............................................................................................. 37
Figure 4.17 Change Password ............................................................................................. 37
Figure 4.18 SNMP Configuration Settings ................................................................................ 38
Figure 4.19 SNMP MIB categories ......................................................................................... 39
Figure 4.20 Connecting via Ethernet connection ...................................................................... 40
Figure 4.21 Loading the MIB ............................................................................................... 43
Figure 4.22 AFOT MIB Results Table ...................................................................................... 44
Figure 4.23 Set Command .................................................................................................. 45
Figure 5.1 Gains Testing interconnection.............................................................................. 48
Figure 5.2 Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver – Outline Drawing............................................. 57
Figure 5.3 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver – Outline Drawing ............................................... 58

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List of Tables
Table 1-1 Transmit and Receive Frequency Bands ....................................................................5
Table 1-2 Interfaces present on the front of the indoor AFOT ......................................................6
Table 1-3 Interfaces present on the rear of the indoor AFOT .......................................................7
Table 1-4 Interfaces present on the front of the outdoor AFOT ....................................................9
Table 1-5 Interfaces present on the rear of the outdoor AFOT ................................................... 10
Table 1-6 Indoor AFOT Alarm pin-out configuration ................................................................ 11
Table 1-7 Outdoor AFOT Alarm pin-out configuration .............................................................. 11
Table 1-8 Indoor AFOT AC connector pin-out configuration ....................................................... 11
Table 1-9 Outdoor AFOT AC connector pin-out configuration ..................................................... 11
Table 1-10 AFOT product models ........................................................................................ 12
Table 2-1 List of System Components and Accessories ............................................................. 16
Table 2-2 List of System Components and Accessories ............................................................. 17
Table 2-3 List of System Components and Accessories ............................................................. 18
Table 3-1 Troubleshooting faults during AFOT’s initial startup ................................................... 24
Table 4-1 Agilis Device Discovery Tool user interface options .................................................... 27
Table 4-2 LNB Status Indications ....................................................................................... 34
Table 4-3 AFOT MIB tree ................................................................................................. 41
Table 4-4 Navigating the MIB Tree ..................................................................................... 41
Table 4-5 SNMP Commands .............................................................................................. 42
Table 4-6 AFOT MIB Browser Interface ................................................................................ 43
Table 4-7 Walk Command ................................................................................................ 44
Table A-1 Pre-RMA Request Checklist ................................................................................. 50
Table 5-1 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with DiSEqC ...................................................... 53
Table 5-2 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver without DiSEqC .................................................. 54
Table 5-3 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (Transmit and Receive) ....................................... 55
Table 5-4 Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (Transmit and Receive)...................................... 56

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Chapter 1 Product Overview

Agilis, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of

quality satellite products for various applications, introduces the Agilis
Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT Series).

The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver also offers a wide range of distinctive
advantages and enhanced features for satellite communication systems.
The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver comes in an indoor and an outdoor
package. It is designed for voice and data applications with stringent
performance specifications

This user manual provides detailed information to system integrators and

end users on how to set-up, operate and maintain the Fiber Optic
Transceiver.

1.1 About The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver

The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT Series) is a high performance and
reliable indoor and outdoor subsystem which performs the function of
converting L-Band input into Fiber Optic signal, converting digital signal
into Fiber Optic signal on both transmit and receive.

The fiber optic link is able to support the distance of 5km from the control
room to the hub with very low insertion loss. The robust design of the
AFOT Series Transceiver allows for easy installation and configuration.

AFOT – TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE IN ONE UNIT/ HOUSING

The complete Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT) Fiber Optic
Transceiver system is composed of two similar AFOT Series units. It
consists of the complete Up and Down links with Unit A and Unit B. Each
AFOT consists of a transmitter and a receiver. The L-band RF input signal
fed into the transmitter board of Unit A. The transmitter board converts it
to fiber optic signal. This signal is transmitted through fiber optic cable;
the cable can be as long as 5km. The fiber optic signal is received by the
receiver board of Unit B. This receiver board converts the fiber optic
signal to L-band RF signal and sends it out through the RF Out port. In
each unit, there is a digital transceiver board, which can convert the
digital signal fed from Ethernet to fiber optic signal, and transmit or
receive it through fiber optic cable.

AFOT WITH DISEQC CONSOLE

The AFOT system that includes DiSEqC console is composed of two AFOT
units: one transmitter unit and one receiver unit. The L-band RF input
signal fed into the transmitter board of Unit A. The transmitter board
converts it to fiber optic signal. This signal is transmitted through fiber
optic cable; the cable can be as long as 5km. The fiber optic signal is

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received by the receiver board of Unit B. This receiver board converts the
fiber optic signal to L-band RF signal and sends it out through the RF Out
port.

The following images show the internal component diagram for the AFOT
series.

RF In RF Out
Fiber Optic Up-Link
L-Band Fiber Optic Fiber Optic L-Band
Transmitter Fiber Optic
Receiver
Cable, 5km

Ethernet-110/00BST Ethernet-110/00BST

RF Out RF In
Fiber Optic Down-Link
L-Band Fiber Optic Fiber Optic L-Band
Receiver Fiber Optic Transmitter
Cable, 5km

UNIT A UNIT B

Figure 1.1 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT- Transmit & Receive)
Block Diagram

RF In RF Out
L-Band Fiber Optic Up-Link L-Band
Fiber Optic Fiber Optic
Transmitter Fiber Optic
Receiver
Cable, 5km

DiSEqC Console

UNIT A UNIT B

Figure 1.2 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT) with DiSEqC Console
Block Diagram

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1.2 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver Functions

The Fiber Optic Transceiver may comprise any of the following
components:

1.2.1 TX Board
The TX board converts the L-band signal to fiber optic signal (1310nm).
The fiber optic signal is more than 0dBm. This signal is fed to 1310/1550
WDM coupler.

1.2.2 RX Board
The RX board takes in the fiber optic signal (1310nm) from the other WDM
coupler and converts it to L-band signal.

1.2.3 Digital Transceiver Board

This transceiver board consists of two sections: the transmitter section
can convert the digital signal to 1550nm fiber optic signal. This signal is
more than -10dBm. And the receiver section can convert the 1550nm fiber
optic signal to digital signal. This board supports data-rate of 155Mbps and
transmission distance 80km. The 1550nm fiber optic signal from
transmitter section is fed to the WDM coupler with the other 1310nm fiber
optic signal from the TX board. And the receiver section takes in the
1550nm fiber optic signal from the WDM coupler with the other 1310nm
fiber optic signal from the RX board.

1.2.4 1310/1550 WDM coupler

There are two WDM couplers. One is for transmitter side; the other is for
receiver side. The coupler in transmitter side is coupling the 1310nm optic
signal from TX board and 1550nm fiber optic signal from transceiver
board, and sends out through FC/APC connector. This coupler has 30dB
isolation between 1310nm and 1550nm signals. The coupler in receiver
side split the input signal of 1310nm and 1550nm to RX board and
transceiver board.

1.2.5 Power Supply

The power supply board includes AC/DC converter, DC/DC converter, and
provides voltage of 5V.

1.2.6 DiSEqC
The Digital Satellite Equipment Control (DiSEqC) is available in the
AFOT04N52 product model (Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with DiSEqC
console).

The DiSEqC Console port supports RJ45 connection that directly

communicates with an indoor terminal such as a PC. The DiSEqC protocol
in the AFOT specifically controls the Voltage Level and 22kHz Tone
parameters. By using the M&C interface, the user can monitor and control
these parameters.

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1.2.7 Monitor and Control

The M&C module is the central processing hub of the AFOT. It is developed
on an embedded microcontroller to perform the required monitoring and
control functions. The unit can be connected to a remote PC via serial
communication using RS485 or through Ethernet (SNMP and Web). Using
the M&C module, you can:

• Control the AFOT network and operation configurations

• Configure the Voltage level (13VDC or 18VDC)

• Enable/Disable Tone (22 kHz)

• Check LNB alarm status

• Configure the LNB current limit

• Monitor the device status (LNB current level, Voltage level, Tone,
DC operation, and REF operation)

• Detect the AFOT network parameters using the Agilis Device

Discovery Tool

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1.2.8 AFOT Functional Block Diagram

UPLINK

RF In RF Out
L-Band L-Band
TX Board RX Board

WDM Coupler WDM Coupler

Ethernet-100BST Ethernet-100BST

Transceiver Transceiver

WDM Coupler WDM Coupler

RF Out RF In
L-Band L-Band
RX Board TX Board

UNIT A UNIT B
DOWNLINK

Figure 1.3 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (Transmit & Receive) functional
block diagram

UPLINK

RF In RF Out
L-Band L-Band
TX Board RX Board

WDM Coupler WDM Coupler

DiSEqC
Transceiver Transceiver

UNIT A UNIT B

Figure 1.4 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with DiSEqC functional block
diagram

Table 1-1 Transmit and Receive Frequency Bands

AFOT Model Transmit Receive Fiber Optic
(MHz) (MHz) Signal
Indoor AFOT Transmit 950 to 2150 950 to 2150 1310/1550nm
and Receive via WDM coupler
Outdoor AFOT Transmit 950 to 2150 950 to 2150 1310/1550nm
and Receive via WDM coupler
Indoor AFOT Transmit 950 to 1700 NA 1310/1550nm
via WDM coupler
Indoor AFOT Receive NA 950 to 1700 1310/1550nm
via WDM coupler

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1.3 Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver Interfaces (AFOT)

The Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver is housed in a standard 19” Rack.

1.3.1 Indoor AFOT Front View

Figure 1.5 Front view of the Indoor AFOT

Table 1-2 Interfaces present on the front of the indoor AFOT

Label Type Description
Power LED When there is AC power supply, the
Power LED will be on (green).
Tx LED When the TX board send fiber optic
signal out, the Tx LED will be on (green).
Rx LED When the RX board receive fiber optic
signal, the Rx LED will be on (green).

 Note: In an AFOT-Transmit unit, the

Rx LED never turns on and is always off.

 Note: In an AFOT-Receive unit, the Tx LED turns On (Green) whenever

transmit process is ongoing and the Rx LED turns On (Green) during receive
operations. The same principle occurs with an AFOT unit that has both
transmit and receive functions.

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1.3.2 Indoor AFOT Rear View

The images below the rear interface of the various product models of the
indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver. The interface connectors are
explained in the table below.

Figure 1.6 Rear view of the Indoor AFOT – Transmit and Receive

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
ETHERNET
ALARM

OPTIC RF OUT FUSE

AC IN

Figure 1.7 Rear view of the Indoor AFOT without DiSEqC console

 Note: The Ethernet and Transmitter ports are replaced by a dummy

plate.

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
ETHERNET

CONSOLE
ALARM

DISEQC

RF IN OPTIC FUSE
AC IN

Figure 1.8 Rear view of the Indoor AFOT with DiSEqC console

 Note: The Ethernet and Receiver ports are replaced by a dummy plate.

Table 1-3 Interfaces present on the rear of the indoor AFOT

Port Reference Connector Type Signal Details
ALARM DB9 Female Connects to the alarm signal.
Connector When pin 1 of DB9 connector
drop to below 1V, there will be
an alarm.
ETHERNET RJ45 Connector Ethernet – 10/100BST signal is
fed into this connector. This port
can both transmit and receive
Ethernet signals.
DiSEqC Console RJ45 Connector Connects to the M&C interface to
control the Voltage Level and
Tone parameters.

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Port Reference Connector Type Signal Details

FUSE Fuse holder 2A AC~250V fuse inside for the AC
IN power supply.
AC IN 3-pin AC AC power supply input. It
Connector with provides an AC supply for built-in
rocker switch power supply (5W AC-DC
converter) from this connector.
TRANSMITTER
RF IN N-Type Female L-band signal comes from modem
Connector or L-band converter is fed into
this connector.
F-Type Female
Connector
(optional)
OPTIC FC/APC This is the output of fiber optic
Connector signal. The signal can be
transmitted through this port to a
long distance.
RECEIVER
OPTIC FC/APC This is the input of fiber optic
Connector signal. Signal can be received
through this port from a long
distance.
RF OUT N-Type Female L-band signal is fed through this
Connector connector. It’s the output port of
L-band signal.
F-Type Female
Connector
(optional)

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1.3.3 Outdoor AFOT Front View

All port connectors on the rear panels of the Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic
Transceiver are sealed to prevent air and moisture from entering the unit
and causing damage to the internal components.

ALARM

ETHERNET
POWER

RX TX

Figure 1.9 Front view of the Outdoor AFOT

Table 1-4 Interfaces present on the front of the outdoor AFOT

Port Reference Connector Type Signal Details
ALARM 8-pin S-Circular Alarm condition: No optic
connector signal output in TX Board.
Voltage of Pin A will be higher
than +2.5V in No Alarm
condition. Pin B is the ground
pin, voltage will be 0V.
ETHERNET RJ45 Ethernet – 10/100BST signal is
fed into this connector. This
port can both transmit and
receive Ethernet signals.
POWER LED When there is AC power
supply, the Power LED will be
on.
RX LED When the RX board receive
fiber optic signal, the Rx LED
will be on.
TX LED When the TX board send fiber
optic signal out, the Tx LED
will be on.

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1.3.4 Outdoor AFOT Rear View

RF IN AC IN FUSE RF OUT

OPTIC
Figure 1.10 Rear view of the Outdoor AFOT

Table 1-5 Interfaces present on the rear of the outdoor AFOT

Port Reference Connector Type Signal Details
AC IN Circular 3-pin 220VAC to C-Band transceiver.
male connector
(KPT02E12-3P)
RF IN N-Type Female L-band signal comes from
Connector modem or L-band converter is
fed into this connector.
FUSE Fuse holder 2A AC~250V fuse inside for the
AC IN power supply.
OPTIC HMA Connector This connector includes both
the input and output of fiber
optic signal. The signal can be
transmitted through this port
to a long distance.

Channel assignments: A1---TX;

B1 --- Rx; A2, B2 --- Reserved.
RF OUT N-Type Female L-band signal is fed through
Connector this connector. It’s the output
port of L-band signal.

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1.3.5 AFOT Connector Pin-out Configurations

The tables below detail the pin-out configurations of the various Agilis
Fiber Optic Transceiver interfaces.

Table 1-6 Indoor AFOT Alarm pin-out configuration

DB9 Female Pin Function
1 Alarm Status +2.5V
2 Ground
3 Reserved
4 Reserved
5 Reserved
6 Reserved
7 Reserved
8 Reserved
9 Reserved

Table 1-7 Outdoor AFOT Alarm pin-out configuration

8-pin Circular Function
A Optic Transmit +2.5V;
Alarm +1V
B Ground
C Reserved
D Reserved
E Reserved
F Reserved
G Reserved
H Reserved

Table 1-8 Indoor AFOT AC connector pin-out configuration

Pin Function
Pin E Earth
Pin P Positive
Pin N Neutral

Table 1-9 Outdoor AFOT AC connector pin-out configuration

Pin Function
Pin A Earth
Pin B Live
Pin C Neutral

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1.4 Product Models

This manual is suitable for the following Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver
models:

Table 1-10 AFOT product models

Model Type Model #
Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver AFOTXXXXXX-RM
Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic AFOTXXXXXX
Transceiver
Outdoor AFOT – Transmit and AFOT01F50
Receive
Indoor AFOT – Transmit and Receive AFOT01F50-RM
Indoor AFOT Receive with DiSEqC AFOT04N52-RM
Console
Indoor AFOT Transmit AFOT03N50-RM

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1.5 System Components

This section explains the various system components, aside from the Agilis
Fiber Optic Transceiver unit, that is required to setup the entire system.

1.5.1 Transient Protection Box for the Outdoor AFOT

Transient protection prevents spikes in electrical discharges that may
cause damage to the Agilis equipment or other connected components.

Figure 1.11 Transient Protection Box

For the TPB to work effectively, please keep clean outgoing lines away
from the incoming or earth leads.

 Note: Ground the TPB by connecting the M6 Earth Stud to a grounding

rod. Note that this is vital to the proper operation of the TPB.

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Chapter 2 System Configuration

The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver can be deployed in indoor and outdoor
systems. This chapter explains the cable connections needed to deploy the
various AFOT product models.

2.1 AFOT with DiSEqC

The AFOT Transmit and AFOT Receive (with DiSEqC) units can be
configured in indoor environment. The cable connections required for this
setup is defined in the following cabling diagram.

Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT) with DiSEqC console

AC Source AC Source

1 1

AC IN AC IN
Alarm Alarm
AFOT Optic B Optic
AFOT
Transmit Receive
Fiber Optic Cable (<5km)

RJ45
DiSEqC
RF IN RF OUT

A C A

L-band L-band output

input signal signal

Figure 2.1 Cabling Diagram of Indoor AFOT with DiSEqC console

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Table 2-1 List of System Components and Accessories

Item Part Number Description Length (m) Qty
1 6202040064G C/A POWER CORD IEC 2 2
SOCKET/13A BLACK (LF)
A - RF Cables
B - Fiber Optic Cable To be provided by
(maximum length 5km) customer

C - Ethernet RJ45 cable

- AFOT03N50-RM Agilis Fiber Optic - 1
Transceiver
- AFOT04N52-RM Agilis Fiber Optic - 1
Transceiver with DiSEqC
console

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2.2 AFOT Transmit and Receive

The AFOT01F50 includes both transmit and receive functions in one unit
and is configured in either outdoor environment. The indoor version is
AFOT01F50-RM.

The cable connections required for this setup is defined in the following
cabling diagram.

Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT) Transmit and Receive

AC Source AC Source

1 1

AC IN AC IN
Ethernet Transmit B Receive Ethernet
AFOT Optic Optic AFOT
Transmit & Receive Fiber Optic Cable (<5km) Transmit & Receive

Receive Optic B Transmit Optic

Transmit RF IN Receive RF OUT Transmit RF IN Receive RF OUT

A A A A

L-band L-band output L-band L-band output

input signal signal input signal signal

Figure 2.2 Cabling Diagram of Indoor AFOT Transmit and Receive

Table 2-2 List of System Components and Accessories

Item Part Number Description Length (m) Qty
1 6202040064G C/A POWER CORD IEC 2 2
SOCKET/13A BLACK (LF)
A - RF Cables To be provided by
customer
B 6202040290 C/A FC/APC Plug 4CH SM - 2
Duplex HMA-J
- AFOT01F50-RM Agilis Fiber Optic - 2
Transceiver, Rack Mount

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Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT) Transmit and Receive

AC
AC TPB Source
TPB
Source

1 1

AC IN AC IN
Ethernet Optic B Optic Ethernet
AFOT AFOT
Transmit & Receive Fiber Optic Cable (<5km) Transmit & Receive

RF IN RF OUT RF IN RF OUT

A A A A

L-band L-band output L-band L-band output

input signal signal input signal signal

Figure 2.3 Cabling Diagram of Outdoor AFOT Transmit and Receive

Table 2-3 List of System Components and Accessories

Item Part Number Description Length (m) Qty
1 6202040064G C/A POWER CORD IEC 2 2
SOCKET/13A BLACK (LF)
A - RF Cables To be provided by
customer
B 6202040288 C/A HMA-J Plug 4CH - 1
Optical Cross SM
- AFOT01F50 Agilis Fiber Optic - 2
Transceiver, Outdoor
- 1001520980 Transient Protection Box 3 2
- 2503160149 Mounting Accessories for - 1
AFOT

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This chapter explains a step-by-step process to safely mount and install

your Agilis product.

WARNING: Always handle the Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with care.
Dropping or knocking it may cause damage to the unit. Agilis’ warranty
does not extend to defects due to excessive shock or vibration.

3.1 Unpacking the Box

Before unpacking the box, check if it had been damaged or opened. If the
shipment may have been tempered with, open the box in front of a
representative from the shipping company.

Upon opening the box, carefully remove the items in the package and
check them against the packing list. If any of the items are damaged or
missing, please contact Agilis or your local Agilis representative before
proceeding.

We recommend that you keep the original packing materials until you
have completed the checks and confirmed that the unit is in working
order.

If you need to repack the product for shipping, please use the original
shipping container and packing materials whenever possible. Alternatively,
you may also use high quality commercial packing materials to repack the
unit. Please seal the container firmly and clearly mark “FRAGILE
Electronic Equipment” on the exterior.

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3.2 Pre-Installation Preparations

The Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver is designed to be mounted in a
standard 19” rack or a standard slide rail. Please ensure that there is
sufficient space between the IDU and other equipment on the rack so that
airflow to the fans is not obstructed.

We highly recommend having the following tools on hand before starting

the installation:

• 1 set of socket wrench

• 1 Phillips head screwdriver

• 1 cutter

• 1 bag of cable ties (Long and medium)

• 1 multimeter

3.2.1 Power Supply

The AFOT requires a 230V AC power source on site. When selecting the AC
power source to connect your unit to, please be aware of the following
voltage tolerance limitations. You are recommended to use an Automatic
Voltage Regulator if your power source falls outside of these limitations.

Tolerance 230 VAC, 50Hz

Live − Neutral 230VAC ± 15%
Live − Earth 230VAC ± 15%
Neutral − Earth < 5 VAC

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3.3 Installing the Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver

The physical installation of this system includes mounting the AFOT in a
standard 19” rack and making the necessary cable connection between all
equipment in the system. The installation procedures are given in the
steps indicated below:

 Note: Gains Testing can be performed prior to deploying the units on

different site. Refer to Section 3.1.1 Gains Testing for the gains testing
procedure.

Step 1 Mounting the Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT)

To mount on a standard 19” rack, position the AFOT horizontally on the
rack, taking care to leave ample space for unrestricted airflow throughout
the unit. Tightly screw the AFOT in place.

Figure 3.1 Typical mounting of an Indoor AFOT

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Step 2 Connecting the Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT)

The cable connections vary for the different product models of AFOT.
Please refer to the section appropriate for your AFOT system.

INDOOR AFOT WITH DISEQC CONSOLE

The Indoor AFOT with the DiSEqC console provides the transmit functions
while the receive functions are provided by a separate Indoor AFOT. Both
AFOT units are connected to each other using fiber optic cable.

SITE A
From Modem

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TRANSMITTER RECEIVER

CONSOLE
ETHERNET

DISEQC
ALARM

RF IN OPTIC FUSE
AC IN

UNIT A

CONSOLE
From Modem DISEQC
RJ45

6202040064G
TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
ETHERNET
ALARM

OPTIC RF OUT FUSE

AC IN

UNIT B
To Modem

SITE B

Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable

5km maximum length

RF Cable

1. Connect the RF cable from an IDU (modem) to the TRANSMITTER

RF IN port of Unit A (at site A). Connect the RF cable from the IDU
(modem) to the RECEIVER RF OUT port of Unit B (at site B).

2. Connect the TRANSMITTER OPTIC port of Unit A (at site A) to the

RECEIVER OPTIC port of Unit B (at site B) using a single mode fiber
optic cable (5km max distance).

3. Connect the RJ45 cable from an M&C interface (PC) to the DISEQC
CONSOLE port of the Unit A.

4. Connect the AFOTs to a 230V AC power supply using the AC power

cables (P/N: 6202040064G).

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INDOOR AFOT – TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE IN ONE HOUSING

The Complete Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver Link consists of the Uplink and
Downlink side. The system is composed of two similar AFOTs; Unit A and
Unit B, connected via single mode fiber optic cables with a maximum
distance of 5km.

SITE A
From Modem
6202040064G

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER

ETHERNET
ALARM

RF IN OPTIC OPTIC RF OUT FUSE

AC IN

UNIT A
To Modem

From Modem
6202040064G

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
ETHERNET
ALARM

RF IN OPTIC OPTIC RF OUT FUSE AC IN

UNIT B
To Modem

SITE B

Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable

5km maximum length

RF Cable

Figure 3.2 Connecting the Cables

1. On the Uplink side, connect the RF cable from an IDU (modem) to

the TRANSMITTER RF IN port of Unit A (at site A) and connect the
RF cable from the IDU (modem) to the RECEIVER RF OUT port of
Unit B (at site B).

2. On the Uplink side, connect the TRANSMITTER OPTIC port of Unit A

(at site A) to the RECEIVER OPTIC port of Unit B (at site B) using a
single mode fiber optic cable (5km max distance).

3. On the Downlink side, connect the RF cable from an IDU (modem)

to the TRANSMITTER RF IN port of Unit B (at site B) and connect
the RF cable from the IDU (modem) to the RECEIVER RF OUT port
of Unit A (at site A).

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4. On the Downlink side, connect the TRANSMITTER OPTIC port of

Unit B (at site B) to the RECEIVER OPTIC port of Unit A (at site A)
using a single mode fiber optic cable (5km max distance).

5. Connect the AFOTs to a 230V AC power supply using the AC power

cables (P/N: 6202040064G).

Step 3 Grounding the installation

This process provides a conductive path for static electrical charges to be
discharged safely from the equipment to the ground.

Step 4 Switch on the units

Turn on the AC power source. The Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (AFOT)
should power on and the Power LED indicator should be lighted.

The table below provides how to check your unit if the Power LED does
not turn ‘On’ (green).

Table 3-1 Troubleshooting faults during AFOT’s initial startup

Scenario Possible Causes Solution
Power LED is off AFOT is not on Make sure that the AC
power source connected to
the unit is ON.
Cables are loose Hand-tighten all cable
connections between the
AC power source and the
AFOT.
Power cables are Test the voltage at each
faulty end of the cables. Replace
any faulty cables.

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4.1 Monitor & Control

Agilis devices can be monitored and controlled remotely via the following
methods:

• HTTP/ Web interface

• Single Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

This chapter looks at how you can set up and manage your Agilis Optic
Fiber Transceiver (AFOT).

4.1.1 Agilis Device Discovery Tool

Before using the HTTP/ Web interface, it is required to know the network
configuration of the Agilis device such as the Device IP, Subnet Mask, and
among others. To know these information, you need the Agilis Device
Discovery Tool.

The Agilis Device Discovery Tool enables the user to know and detect the
network configurations in the Fiber Optic Transceiver such as IP Address,
Device Type, MAC address, Subnet Mask, Gateway. This software is useful
if the network configuration parameters are unknown to the user.

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Windows XP/ Windows 7 operating system

• .NET Framework 2.0

• At least 50MB hard disk free space

• An M&C Ethernet interface

INSTALLING THE AGILIS DEVICE DISCOVERY TOOL

The Agilis Discovery Tool must be installed into a PC terminal. To install
the Agilis Device Discovery Tool, perform these steps:

Step 1 If an installation CD was included in your package, please insert the CD

into your PC’s disc drive. The installer can also be found in the Agilis
company website with the following web address:
http://www.agilissatcom.com/M-C-Software/39/0/page_content.html

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Step 2 Launch the setup file by locating the setup file. Double click to start the
setup.

Figure 4.1 Agilis Device Discovery Tool installer

Step 3 Follow the step-by-step installation instructions to install the software.

Step 4 Upon successful installation, the Agilis Device Discovery Tool is ready for
use to detect network configurations of the AFOT device.

LAUNCHING THE AGILIS DISCOVERY TOOL

To launch the Agilis Discovery Tool, click StartAll
ProgramsAgilisAgilis Device Discovery Tool.

Figure 4.2 Agilis Device Discovery Tool in Start menu

A shortcut icon of the Agilis Device Discovery Tool is also automatically

created by the installer and can be found on your PC desktop. This
provides a shorter path to launch the tool.

Figure 4.3 Agilis Device Discovery Tool shortcut icon

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MAIN USER INTERFACE

The following screenshot shows the graphical user interface of the Agilis
Device Discovery Tool.

Figure 4.4 Agilis Device Discovery Tool – Main GUI

ABOUT THE AGILIS DEVICE DISCOVERY TOOL’S USER INTERFACE

The following table describes the menu, icons, and panels found in the
Agilis Device Discovery Tool user interface.

Table 4-1 Agilis Device Discovery Tool user interface options

GUI options Function
About menu The About menu provides information about the tool’s
version and manufacturer.
Search Select to discover the Agilis device connected to your
button PC through Ethernet communication.
Display Table The table provides the information on the network
configuration of the Agilis device that is connected to
your PC. This information includes the following:
• IP Address of the Agilis device

• Device Type

• MAC Address

• Subnet Mask

• Gateway

• Part Number of the Agilis device

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GUI options Function

Textboxes To change the network configuration parameters, you
for the need to type the new values in these textboxes. The
Configuration editable textboxes are IP address, Subnet Mask, and
parameters Gateway.
Set button Select to confirm the changes made in the textboxes.

DISCOVER AGILIS DEVICES USING THE AGILIS DISCOVERY TOOL

To discover the network parameters of the Agilis device, perform these
steps:

1. Connect the AFOT unit to your PC using the Ethernet (RJ45) cable
as shown in the image below.

M&C Cable (RJ45)

Figure 4.5 Connecting via Ethernet connection

2. On your PC, launch the Agilis Device Discovery Tool software using
the Start menu or the shortcut icon on your desktop.

3. Click the Search button.

After the device searching process, the window displays the

network information about the Agilis device.

Figure 4.6 AFOT network information in the Discovery Tool

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MODIFY NETWORK PARAMETERS USING THE AGILIS DISCOVERY TOOL

To change the network configuration of the AFOT unit, perform the
following steps:

1. From the display table of the Agilis Discovery Tool user interface,
click the row that corresponds to the AFOT device.

2. Type the new values on the corresponding text field of the

parameter you want to edit. In this example, the IP address is
changed from “192.168.1.1” into “192.168.1.2”.

3. Click the [Set] button.

Figure 4.7 Modifying Network Parameters using the Discovery Tool

WARNING: Take precautions when modifying the Device IP.

Setting a wrong IP may cause the device to be not accessible.

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4.2 Monitor & Control via HTTP (Web)

You can monitor and manage the AFOT from your PC by simply using a
standard web browser.

4.2.1 Connecting the PC to the AFOT

To monitor and control the AFOT using the WEB interface via an Ethernet
connection, connect your PC LAN port to the AFOT RJ45 port using a
standard RJ45 cable.

M&C Cable (RJ45)

Figure 4.8 Connecting via Ethernet connection

4.2.2 Connecting to the Web Interface

Once your AFOT is physically connected to the PC, follow the procedure
below to view the monitoring interface.

Step 1 Setup a static IP address for your LAN connection.

1. Navigate to your LAN connection properties. If you are using
Windows 7, this is located in the “Network and Sharing Center”
window. If you are using any other Windows system, please
navigate to the “Network Connections” window. Both windows can
be accessed via your PC’s “Control Panel”.
2. Click the network connection corresponding to the Ethernet port
that the AFOT is connected to and open the “Properties” window.
3. Scroll to the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” option and click the
[Properties] button. This will open the “Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) Properties” dialog window.

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4. Here, select Use the following IP address and configure as

follows:
IP Address: 192.168.1.xx
Subnet mask: 255.255.xxx.x

Caution: Use the network parameters that are retrieved using

the Agilis Device Discovery Tool. This ensures that the appropriate
Device IP and Subnet Mask are used to connect the PC to the Agilis
device.

Figure 4.9 Configuring static IP

5. Click [OK] and exit the both properties windows.

Step 2 Activate your web browser. The AFOT’s HTTP module is designed to work
in any standard web browser such as the Microsoft Internet Explorer.
 Note: The following steps use the Internet Explorer as an example. If
you are using any other web browser, please adjust the menu selections
accordingly.

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Step 3 Disable proxy server on the web browser.

1. Select “Tools > Internet Options” from your menu bar.
2. Click the “Connections” tab. At the bottom of this window, click
the [LAN Settings] button.
3. In the new dialog window that appears, ensure that the “Proxy
Server” checkbox is unchecked.

Figure 4.10 Disabling proxy server

4. Click [OK] to exit the screen.

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Step 4 In the address bar, enter the AFOT’s access IP address (192.168.1.x). A
Welcome page similar to the one below should display.

Figure 4.11 AFOT’s web configuration interface

The Welcome page displays basic information about the AFOT that are
categorized in three panels:

DEVICE INFORMATION
The Device Information panel displays the AFOT’s part number, serial
number, and firmware version are defined.

INTERFACE INFORMATION
This panel lists details about the interface communication between the PC
and the AFOT such as Device IP, DHCP, Device ID, Device Gateway, and
Device Subnet Mask.

DEVICE STATUS
This panel describes the current status of the AFOT components such as
LNB current, Voltage Level, Tone, DC Operation, and REF operation.

This screen automatically refreshes every 500ms to provide an updated

summary of the AFOT’s status. You can also click “Refresh Status” at the
bottom of the screen to manually refresh the page.

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4.2.3 Device Alarm

To view AFOT alarms, click the “Device Alarm” menu button.

Figure 4.12 AFOT Device Alarm screen

The Device Alarm screen displays the alarm status of the LNB. Each alarm
can display one of four colour states.

• Green: Indicates that there is no alarm for the corresponding status.

• Red: Indicates a major alarm. Corrective action should be taken

immediately.

• Amber: Indicates a minor alarm. Correction action should be taken if

necessary.

• Grey: Indicates that this status is not applicable for the AFOT being
monitored.

Table 4-2 LNB Status Indications

Parameter Color Indication
LNB Status Green Normal Operation
Amber LNB Current minor alarm
Red LNB current is more than ±25%
off the threshold
Grey Offline

This screen automatically refreshes every 500ms to provide an updated

summary of the AFOT’s alarms. You can also click “Refresh Status” at the
bottom of the screen to manually refresh the page.

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4.2.4 Configuring the AFOT

You must login to edit any configuration of the AFOT via this HTTP
interface. Click “Device Configuration” and the login window will appear.
Enter the login name and password and click [OK] to enter the
configuration screen.

The factory default login name and password is “admin” and “admin”
respectively.

 Note: Both the “Device Configuration” and “SNMP Configuration”

screens can only be accessed after logging in. Access to both screens is
maintained after logging in until the browser is closed.

Figure 4.13 Logging in

The configuration screen includes three sets of configurations, “Network

Configuration”, “Operation” and “Password Setting”.

Figure 4.14 Device Configuration screen

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NETWORK CONFIGURATION
The “Network Configuration” panel allows you to configure the AFOT
network connection by modifying various parameters such as Device ID,
DHCP, Device IP (Static), Device Subnet Mask, and Device Gateway.

OPERATION
The “Device Operation” panel allows you to configure the AFOT operating
parameters such as the Voltage Level (13VDC or 18 VDC), 22 kHz Tone,
and the LNB Current Limit.

The table below provides the available options for the AFOT operations:

Parameter Available Options Description

Voltage 0V DC Output for LNB via the
13V RF_IN port
18V
Tone Enable 22KHz output tone for LNB
Disable via RF_IN port

LNB Current Limit Up to 200mA Major Alarm occurs when

(mA) LNB current is more than
±25% off the threshold

EXAMPLE: MODIFY THE LNB CURRENT LIMIT

The Device Configuration screen provides options that can be chosen from
their dropdown menu, textboxes, or checkbox.

The following procedure is an example on how to edit the LNB Current

Limit parameter using the textbox. To change the LNB Current Limit
value, perform these steps:

1. Type the new value on the textbox that corresponds to the LNB
Current Limit parameter.

2. Click [Set].

Figure 4.15 LNB Current Limit textbox

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EXAMPLE: MODIFY THE DEVICE IP

The following example shows how to edit the Device IP. To change the
device IP, perform these steps:

1. Enter the desired value into the textbox beside the Device IP field.

2. Click the corresponding [Set] button.

Figure 4.16 Device ID textbox

WARNING: Be careful in setting the Device IP. Setting a wrong IP in

Network Configuration may cause the device to be not accessible.

PASSWORD SETTING
To change the password of the admin account that can access the Device
Configuration and SNMP configuration options, click “Change Password”
and create your new password.

Figure 4.17 Change Password

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4.2.5 Setting Up SNMP Parameters

“SNMP Configuration” lets you specify how the AFOT communicates with
the SNMP Manager. If you have yet to login to the HTTP interface, you will
be prompted to do so when clicking the “SNMP Configuration” menu
option. The factory default username and password is “admin”, “admin”
respectively.

 Note: Both the “AFOT Configuration” and “SNMP Configuration”

screens can only be accessed after logging in. Access to both screens is
maintained after logging in until the browser is closed.

Figure 4.18 SNMP Configuration Settings

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4.3 Monitor & Control via SNMP

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) provides a framework for
the definition of management information and the exchange of that
information. A SNMP manager is a software module that manages part or
all of the system configurations while an agent is a software module in the
unit that is being managed. Transfer of information can be initiated by
both the manager (via polling) and the agent (via SNMP Trap).

By default, the manager initiates requests and receives responses via port
161. The agent sends SNMP Trap messages via port 162.

A database describing the unit’s application parameters is stored in the

SNMP agent. This SNMP Management Information Base (MIB) database is
used to interpret the signals requested and received between the manager
and agent. The database includes both a standard set of values common to
hardware nodes on a network and a private set of values that is unique to
the specific unit.

Object Identifiers (OID) are a series of numbers that uniquely identify

variable to an SNMP agent. OIDs are arranged in a hierarchical tree
structure.

The figure below shows the categorization of AFOT parameters that are
used in defining the MIBs for SNMP enabled Agilis products.

 Note: This figure shows the full set of categories and does not apply to
all Agilis products. The set of parameters that are available in each Agilis
product will differ.

Figure 4.19 SNMP MIB categories

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4.3.2 Connecting the PC to the AFOT

You can monitor and control the AFOT using an SNMP manager via an
Ethernet connection. Connect your PC LAN port to the AFOT RJ45 port
using a standard Ethernet cable.

M&C Cable (RJ45)

Figure 4.20 Connecting via Ethernet connection

4.3.3 Connecting to the SNMP Interface

Once your AFOT is physically connected to the PC, follow the procedure
below to connect the SNMP agent module to a SNMP manager in your PC.

Step 1 Activate your SNMP manager. Agilis products will work with most standard
SNMP managers available in the market.
 Note: For the purpose of this manual, all screenshots in this section
are made using the SNMP Manager from iReasoning. You can download or
purchase any standard third party SNMP Manager software and install it
into your PC.

Step 2 In the SNMP manager, enter the AFOT’s access IP address. The following
show the default configuration:
Agent IP: 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
SNMP Manager: 192.168.1.10

Step 3 Insert the CD included in your package into your PC’s disc drive and load
the MIB definition file (“AGILIS-PROD-XXX-MIB.mib”) into your SNMP
manager.
You can also download the MIB definition file from our website at
www.agilissatcom.com.

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Once the file has been loaded, a tree structure should be displayed in your
manager as shown below.

Table 4-3 AFOT MIB tree

4.3.4 Managing the AFOT via SNMP Manager

NAVIGATING THE MIB TREE

Table 4-4 Navigating the MIB Tree

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Each item in the tree is called a node. A parent or root node can be
expanded into branches. You can view each branch by clicking the +/-
icons in the tree. Each branch eventually terminates at leaf nodes.

To search for a specific node within a branch, right-click on the parent

node of that branch and select “Search” and type the name of the node to
search for.

You can expand or collapse the entire tree or branch by right-clicking on

the parent node and selecting the “Expand subtree” or “Collapse subtree”
option.

UNDERSTANDING SNMP OPERATIONS

The full set of SNMP commands that can be initiated from the SNMP
manager is explained in the table below.

To execute a command on any node in the tree, simply select the node
and right-click. From the menu that appears, select the command to
execute. Note that not all commands are available for every object in the
tree.

Table 4-5 SNMP Commands

SNMP Command Explanation
GET Used to obtain a single piece of information from the
AFOT such as the Device ID etc.
GET NEXT Used to obtain two pieces of information from the
selected object and the next object.
GET BULK Used to obtain multiple pieces of information from
the AFOT at once.
GET SUBTREE Used to poll for information corresponding to all
objects within the subtree.
SET Used to configure a specific parameter in the AFOT.
Note that this command will only be available for
configurable parameters.
WALK Used to poll for all data from the objects within the
tree.
TABLE VIEW Used to poll for and view data table of an object.
Note that this is only available if the selected object
stores tabulated data.

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USING THE MIB BROWSER

1. Open the MIB Browser. In this example, we use iReasoning MIB Browser
to configure SNMP. Click File and select Load MIBs.

Figure 4.21 Loading the MIB

2. Once done, locate the MIB file in your hard drive, CD or the medium
where the MIB is saved.

3. Once the MIB file is loaded, the SNMP MIB details will appear. Click on
the folders to view more information.

Table 4-6 AFOT MIB Browser Interface

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4. Execute a command on any node in the tree. Right-click on the

node and select a command you want to execute. In this
example, “Walk” is selected.

Table 4-7 Walk Command

5. SNMP values will be retrieved once a command is selected. The

figure below shows an example of the parameters retrieved by
the “WALK” command.

Figure 4.22 AFOT MIB Results Table

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6. To configure and update the SNMP values, right-click on the nodes

in device Operation folder and select “Set”.

Figure 4.23 Set Command

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Chapter 5 Maintenance

This chapter details various system maintenance operations to help ensure

that your system works under optimal conditions.

WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before performing any

system maintenance and repair.

5.1 Preventive Maintenance

This section explains the various maintenance checks that should be
routinely carried out to ensure that the system is working correctly and in
optimal condition.

Ideally, you should perform a complete maintenance on the system at

least twice a year and record all updates and changes made to each IDU
“SETUP RECORD”. Notify all users that may be affected of a system down
time of roughly two hours prior to maintenance.

WARNING: Disconnect and re-connect cables during maintenance

properly to avoid causing any damage to the cables that may result in
intermittent problems in the future.

5.1.1 Gains Testing

The gains testing procedure in this section can also be performed prior to
installing the entire system. This will ensure that the units are working
properly prior to system deployment. Refer to Appendix B Unit
Specifications to verify if the AFOT is operating within the specified limits.

Step 1 Connect the system as shown on the Connecting the Indoor Agilis Fiber
Optic Transceiver (AFOT).

Step 2 Check that the transmit and receive configurations on both the modem
and the Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver complies with the SETUP RECORD. If
there are any discrepancies, contact the personnel responsible for the
previous record for clarifications before proceeding.

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Step 3 Connect the Modem to the TRANSMITTER RF IN of Unit A (at Site A) and
turn on the pure carrier of the modem. Measure the power level using a
spectrum analyzer via the RECEIVER RF OUT of Unit B (at Site B).
MODEM

Modulator Demodulator Multiplexer

Agilis Communication
Power Pure Carrier
Tx On Carrier Fault Detect Lock Fault Fault
On
Technologies

SITE A

6202040064G

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER

ETHERNET
ALARM
RF IN OPTIC OPTIC RF OUT FUSE
AC IN

UNIT A

6202040064G

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER

ETHERNET
ALARM

RF IN OPTIC OPTIC RF OUT FUSE AC IN

UNIT B

SITE B
Spectrum
Analyzer

GPIB RF

Figure 5.1 Gains Testing interconnection

Step 4 Record the RF OUT power level and calculate the uplink gain. Check that
the resultant gain complies with the SETUP RECORD. Refer to Appendix B
Unit Specifications.

Step 5 Connect the Modem to the TRANSMITTER RF IN of Unit B (at Site B) and
turn on the pure carrier of the modem. Measure the power level using a
spectrum analyzer via the RECEIVER RF OUT of Unit A (at Site A).

Step 6 Record the RF OUT power level and calculate the uplink gain. Check that
the resultant gain complies with the SETUP RECORD. Refer to Appendix B
Unit Specifications.

5.1.2 Completing the Maintenance

Completing each maintenance service requires the following actions:

• Check the sealing on existing connections and re-seal if necessary.

• Tighten and re-seal all connections and important joints that were
disconnected for maintenance.
• Cover all unused connectors with a cap and seal.
• Update the SETUP RECORD.

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Agilis provides a variety of after-sales services. This chapter explains some

of the services offered including warranty information, the Return
Material Authorization process, parts replacement etc.

A.1 Warranty Information

If the unit fails due to defects in materials or workmanship, Agilis will, at
its sole discretion, repair or replace the defective parts, free of charge,
within two years from the date of its shipment from the Agilis production
factory.

Note that shipping cost to Agilis will not be covered under this warranty
guarantee.

This warranty will be voided, freeing Agilis from any liability or obligation
to the Purchaser with respect to the product in the following situations:

• The product has been damaged during shipment

• Failure caused by products not supplied by Agilis or its authorized

contractors and agents.

• Failure caused by operation of the product outside of its published

electrical and environmental specifications or any causes other than
ordinary use.

• Water ingress due to improper installation.

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A.2 Return Material Authorization (RMA)

PRE-RMA CHECKLIST
Shipping the unit to and from your supplier or the factory for repair is a
costly and time consuming procedure that may cause disruption in your
system for a prolonged period of time. Hence, please inspect your system
thoroughly using the checklist below to help us determine if a return
shipping is necessary.

Table A-1 Pre-RMA Request Checklist

Please check
Product model / serial no:
When did the unit fail: Initial startup
Unit worked normally before failure
Initial Fault Symptom:
Consistent or intermittent Consistent
fault Intermittent
Duration of operation before
the failure
Are fans working normally? Yes
No
Is the airflow path blocked? Yes
No
10 MHz Ref. level at failure
IF input level at failure
Output power at failure
LED status
Is the device and setup Yes
properly grounded? No
Weather conditions just Air Temperature: _________
before failure Heavy rain/snowfall/storms: _________
AC Potential Live − Neutral
Live − Ground
Neutral − Ground
AC-DC converter working
status
Is the primary power source Yes
working and free of power No
spikes?
Was there any recent power Yes
outages that affected the No
device?

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Please check
Are connectors properly Yes
sealed and free from No
debris/water?
Replace the device with a Works with the new device
working one (if available) and Does not work with the new device
check if the system works.
Detail the diagnosis
performed that localized the
fault to the unit as the point
of failure

If you need to return the devices or any components to Agilis for repair,
please contact Agilis to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number by filling in our RMA Request form. You can obtain this form via
our website at www.agilissatcom.com. Once you receive a RMA number,
carefully repack the unit and attach this number to the unit to be shipped
to Agilis.

Agilis provides repair services for products under or out of warranty.

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A.3 Additional Technical Support

If you require further technical support, please contact Agilis using the
contact information below:

Address: ST Electronics (Satcom & Sensor Systems) Pte Ltd.

6 Ang Mo Kio Electronics Park Road
Singapore 567711
Service Hotline: (+65) 6521 7959
Fax: (+65) 6521 7333
Email: [email protected]

You can also visit www.agilissatcom.com for the addresses and contact
information of our regional service centres.

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B.1 System Specification Tables

Table 5-1 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with DiSEqC
Frequency Specifications
L-Band Frequency 950 ~ 1700MHz
L-Band RF Gain 4dB to 12dB
Full Band Gain Flatness 4dB max
Spurious Full-band (70MHz span) -60dBc max
Phase Noise @10kHz offset -98 dBc/Hz max
RF Input P1dB 0dBm min
DiSEqC Parameters
Output DC for LNB at RF IN port 13V (range 12.5V to 14VDC) or
18V (range 17.5V to 19VDC)
22kHz Tone -13dBm min
Optical Power
TX1310nm @ ‘Optic’ port of 0dBm min
‘Transmitter’
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0ºC to +50ºC
Storage Temperature -20ºC to +85ºC
Power Supply
AC Input Voltage 220VAC (range 110V to 240V)
Power Consumption 5W typ
Mechanical
Dimensions (LxWxH) 432.6 x 304 x 42 mm
Weight <2kg
Interface Connectors
OPTIC FC/APC
RF IN N-type Female
F-type Female (option)
DISEQC CONSOLE RJ45
AC IN 3-pin with rocker switch
ALARM DB9 Female

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Table 5-2 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver without DiSEqC

Frequency Specifications
L-Band Frequency 950 ~ 1700 MHz
L-Band RF Gain 4dB to 12dB
Full Band Gain Flatness 4dB max
Spurious Full-band at 750MHz -60dBc max
span
Phase Noise @10kHz offset -98 dBc/Hz max
RF Output P1dB 5dBm min
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0ºC to +50ºC
Storage Temperature -20ºC to +85ºC
Power Supply
AC Input Voltage 220VAC (range 110V to 240V)
Power Consumption 5W typ
Mechanical
Dimensions (LxWxH) 432.4 x 304 x 42
Weight <2kg
Interface Connectors
OPTIC FC/APC
RF OUT N-type Female
F-type Female (option)
ALARM DB9 Female
AC IN 3-pin with rocker switch

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Table 5-3 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (Transmit and Receive)
Unit Specifications
L-Band Frequency 950 –2150MHz
L-band RF Gain 3 to 13 dB
Full-band Gain Flatness 4dB max
RF Input Signal Range -60dBm min
Output P1dB 3dBm min
Full band Spurious (span 1200MHz) -60dBc max
Second harmonics -30dBc max
Phase Noise @10kHz -98dBc/Hz max
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0ºC to +50ºC
Storage Temperature -20ºC to +85ºC
Power Supply
AC Input Voltage 220VAC (range 110V to 240V)
Power Consumption 5W typ
Mechanical
Dimensions (LxWxH) 432.4 x 304 x 42
Weight <2kg
Interface Connectors
L-Band IN N-Type (F)
L-Band OUT N-Type (F)
Fiber Optic OUT FC/APC
Fiber Optic IN FC/APC
Ethernet 10/100BST RJ-45
Alarm DB9 Female

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Table 5-4 Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver (Transmit and Receive)
Frequency Specifications
L-Band Frequency 950 – 2150MHz
L-band RF Gain 3 to 13dB
Full band Gain Flatness 4dB max
RF input signal range -60dBm
Output P1dB 3dBm min
Input/ Output Impedance 50 ohm
Input/ Output VSWR 1.8:1
Noise Figure (max) 15
Full-band Spurious (Span 1200MHz) -60dBc max
2nd harmonics -30dBc max
Phase Noise @10kHz -98dBc/Hz max
Isolation between RF_IN & RF_OUT 85dB min
Optical Power
1310nm (TX board) ≥ 0 dBm
1550nm (transmitter board) ≥ -10 dBm
Interface HMA 4CH
Environmental
Operating Temperature -40ºC to +60ºC
Storage Temperature -40 ºC to +85ºC
Relative Humidity Upto 95%
Power Supply
AC Input Voltage 220VAC (range 110V to 240V)
Power Consumption 5W typ
Mechanical
Dimensions (LxWxH) 350 x 265 x 44 mm
Weight <5kg
Interface Connectors
L-Band IN N-Type (F)
L-Band OUT N-Type (F)
Fiber Optic HMA 4CH
Ethernet 10/100BST RJ45
Alarm KPT02E12-8S 8-pin circular

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B.2 Mechanical Outlines

350
310 4X 17.50 THRU
265

210

43

Figure 5.2 Outdoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver – Outline Drawing

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304

432.6

42

Figure 5.3 Indoor Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver – Outline Drawing

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IEC 609501-2nd Edition International Safety Standard for

Information Technology Equipment
ETSI EN 301 489-12 Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio
Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility Standard for Radio Equipment
and Services; Part 12: Special conditions for
Very Small Aperture Terminal, Satellite
Interactive Earth Stations operated in the
frequency ranges between 4GHz and 30GHz
in the Fixed Satellite Service (FSS).
FCC Class A Two levels of radiation and conducted
emissions Limits for unintentional radiators
(FCC Mark).

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Appendix D Document Revision Log

Revision Date Description

A October 2013 Initial Release
B March 2014 Added information about DiSEqC Console
Added product models AFOT03N50-RM and
AFOT04N52-RM
Added chapters “System Configuration”
and “Setup and Management”
Introduced the Agilis Device Discovery Tool

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AC Source AC Source

1 1

AC IN AC IN
Alarm Alarm
AFOT Optic B Optic
AFOT
Transmit Receive
Fiber Optic Cable (<5km)

RJ45
DiSEqC
RF IN RF OUT

A C A

L-band L-band output

input signal signal

List of Accessories List of System Components

Item Part Number Description Length Qty Item Part Number Description Qty
1 6202040064G C/A POWER CORD IEC SOCKET/13A 2m 2 - AFOT03N50-RM Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver without 1
BLACK (LF) DiSEqC console
A - RF Cables - AFOT04N52-RM Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver with 1
To be provided DiSEqC console
B Fiber Optic Cable (max. length 5km)
by customer
C - Ethernet RJ45 cable

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AC Source AC Source

1 1

AC IN AC IN
Ethernet Transmit B Receive Ethernet
AFOT Optic Optic AFOT
Transmit & Receive Fiber Optic Cable (<5km) Transmit & Receive

Receive Optic B Transmit Optic

Transmit RF IN Receive RF OUT Transmit RF IN Receive RF OUT

A A A A

L-band L-band output L-band L-band output

input signal signal input signal signal

List of Accessories List of System Components

Item Part Number Description Length Qty
Item Part Number Description Qty
1 6202040064G C/A POWER CORD IEC 2m 2
SOCKET/13A BLACK (LF) - AFOT01F50-RM Agilis Fiber Optic Transceiver, Rack 2
Mount
B 6202040290 C/A FC/APC Plug 4CH SM - 2
Duplex HMA-J
A RF Cables (To be provided by customer) -

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AC
AC TPB Source
TPB
Source

1 1

AC IN AC IN
Ethernet Optic B Optic Ethernet
AFOT AFOT
Transmit & Receive Fiber Optic Cable (<5km) Transmit & Receive

RF IN RF OUT RF IN RF OUT

A A A A

L-band L-band output L-band L-band output

input signal signal input signal signal

List of Accessories List of System Components

Item Part Number Description Length Qty Item Part Number Description Length Qty
(m) (m)
1 6202040064G C/A POWER CORD IEC 2 2 - AFOT01F50 Agilis Fiber Optic - 2
SOCKET/13A BLACK (LF) Transceiver, Outdoor
B 6202040288 C/A HMA-J Plug 4CH Optical - 1 - 1001520980 Transient Protection Box 3 2
Cross SM
- 2503160149 Mounting Accessories for - 1
A - RF Cables To be provided by AFOT
customer

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