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Troll Systems Corporation
Ground-Based Products
VanLink System
Installation Guide
Troll Systems Corporation Technical Publications
Document VLSG-01 Revision – 0
10/17/2008
www.trollsystems.com
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NOTICE The information in this document incorporates proprietary rights of Troll Systems Corporation 24950 Anza Avenue Valencia, CA 91355, U.S.A. Any party accepting this document acknowledges that it contains proprietary confidential information and agrees that it shall not be duplicated in whole or in part, nor disclosed to others without the written consent of Troll Systems Corporation. © 2008 Troll Systems Corporation
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VANLINK SYSTEM GUIDE Table of Contents Summary ...................................................................................................................................1 VanLink Equipment Components .............................................................................................1 Required Hardware ............................................................................................................... P-1 Software Requirements ........................................
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Master Controller Software Requirements .....................................................................1-4 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 2-1 Safety Recommendations ............................................................................................... 2-1 Installation Requirements ............................................................................................... 2-2 Pow
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VANLINK SYSTEM GUIDE INTRODUCTION This Installation Guide is intended for use with the VanLink System featuring TouchStar™ Technology designed and fabricated by Troll Systems Corporation. The sections and appendices that make up this manual are as follows: Safety Considerations Section 1 - Vanlink System Overview Section 2 - VanLink System Requirements Section 3 - Engineering Drawings This guide or manual is based on the latest information available at the time of publication. SUMMARY VanLink
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INTRODUCTION ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS, TERMS Listing of general abbreviations, acronyms, and terms that may be used throughout this document are defined in the following list. Term Definition AC Alternating Current ALT Altitude ANT Antenna AUX Auxiliary Az Azimuth BAS Broadcast Auxiliary Service CAL Calibrate CAM Camera Ch Channel COMM Communication COTS Commercial-Off-The-Shelf CPU Central Processing Unit dB Decibel DC Direct Current DMM Digital Multimeter e.g. Latin: exempli gratia, meaning
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ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS, TERMS Term Definition LAT Latitude LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode LNA Low-Noise Amplifier LNG Longitude MICOWV Microwave NEMA National Electrical Manufacturing Association NIC Network Interface Card nm (NM) Nautical Mile (note: 1 nautical mile equals 1.150782 miles) NTSC National Television System Committee NAV NavTrack NV Non-Volatile PC Personal Computer PED Pedestal POL Polarization PRSETS Presets RAM Random Access Memory RF Radio Frequency RFI
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INTRODUCTION PACKAGING Use the original packaging material used for your TNS3000 network Server if available and in good condition. If you must return your product to Troll Systems Corporation for repair (and you no longer have your original box and packing materials), Troll will send you a packing box specifically designed to ship the product without damage. WARRANTY Troll warrants, to the original Customer only, that the product is free from defects in material and workmanship and conforms
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CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS DOCUMENT VanLink Component Set-up and Operation The Troll Systems V750 Remote Site Controller and its innovative capabilities is the heart of the VanLink system. For comprehensive information for this complex and dynamic component, consult the Troll Systems manual for the S750 Remote Site Controller manual which is identical to the V750 in almost all respects and functions. Text appearing on the bottom line of the front panel display
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INTRODUCTION WARNING: This format is used for warnings which include the risk of fire. Cautions Cautions are included to alert the user that damage to the equipment is possible if the instructions in the operational or procedural task are not followed precisely. Cautions describe the hazards and possible impact that could occur if the cautions are not observed. CAUTION: This format is used for all cautions. Notes Notes are included to provide the user with supplemental information, which is
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CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION Troll Systems Corporation is committed to providing its customers with quick and friendly service. If you have questions regarding your Troll product, or if you experiencing a technical problem, please contact us at: Troll Systems 24950 Anza Drive Valencia, CA 91355 Phone: (661) 702-8900 Fax: (661) 702-8901 Alternatively, you can contact us via e-mail at: Sales sales@trollsystems.com Service service@trollsystems.com Troll Systems Corporation is con
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INTRODUCTION NOTES User Manual VanLink System featuring TouchStar™ Technology - Troll Systems Corporation P-8 Document VLSG-01 - 10/17/2008
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VANLINK SYSTEM GUIDE SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following general safety precautions are not related to any specific procedures and therefore do not appear elsewhere in this publication. They are, however, precautions that personnel need to understand and apply when operating or repairing equipment. Installation, operation, and maintenance should be performed only by qualified personnel. Hazard Advisory Placards/Signs Read and heed all hazard advisory placards or si
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VanLink Safety Considerations For safety reasons Troll Systems does not offer control of masts. There are, however, methods for implementing safety measures to prevent any damage to the antenna or surrounding equipment by monitoring the mast’s position and locking out control when the mast is down. Due to the number of unique vehicle configurations and mast controls available this shall be considered an option that will require additional preparation and information from the customer/instal
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Be Familiar With Resuscitation Techniques Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with modern methods of resuscitation. It is beneficial to ensure that personnel are capable of performing Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should the need arise. Coincidental Damage to Equipment in Cabinets CAUTION: Pushing or forcing equipment into/out of equipment cabinets and enclosures can easily damage surrounding equipment, cables/wiring, or fiber optic cable installations. Be
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Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive (ESDS) Components CAUTION: Beware of electrostatic buildup. Delicate solid-state Integrated Circuits (ICs) can be damaged by improper handling procedures. Use proper electrostatic safeguards when installing/removing circuit cards and handling ESD sensitive assemblies. As required, wear a grounded wrist strap, use antistatic floor and table mats, and minimize the handling of sensitive solid-state devices. Keep all ESD sensitive components in their original
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Minimize Handling. Keep parts in original containers Discharge personal static until ready for use. before handling devices. Handle devices by the body. Use anti-static containers for Do not slide devices over any handling and transport. surface. Avoid plastic, vinyl and When removing plug-in Handle devices only at a static- styrofoam in work area. assemblies, handle only by free work station. non-conductive edges and never touch open edge Only anti-static type solder connector except at sta
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NOTES User Manual VanLink System featuring TouchStar™ Technology - Troll Systems Corporation S-6 Document VLSG-01 - 10/17/2008
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VANLINK SYSTEM GUIDE SECTION 1 VANLINK SYSTEM OVERVIEW 1.1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW The Troll Systems VanLink remote broadcast van control interface is a comprehensive and dynamic system designed to be integrated into vehicles utilized in Electronic News Gathering functions in the field. Refer to Figure 1–1 through Figure 1–3. FEEDBACK Van External Field Vehicle with Tx, GPS Control Panel and Magnetometer Van Tx Antenna with QPT set controlled remotely by with Pan and Tilt to Remote studio operator
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW 1.1.1 VanLink System Features This system enables several operations of the ENG vehicle to be controlled remotely from the broadcast studio including such key functions as: � Remote tracking of vehicle heading and location including locations of all vehicles that are mutually equipped with VanLink � Troll MC17 Master Controller with Graphic User Interface featuring the control page and GPS enabled screen MAP � Transmitter antenna control including pan and tilt for azimuth and
