Actox ABE20KX User manual

ABE20KX User Manual
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ABE20KX/ABE20KXF
20 W Extended Ku-Band BUC
USER MANUAL

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Table of contents
Introduction……………………………………………….……………..………...5
Receiving and
inspection…………………………………………………..…………………...…..6
Equipment Damage or Loss
Return of Equipment
Preparing for
installation…………………………………………………….…………..…….…..7
Safety Precautions
General
description………………………………………………..…………….……….…..8
Considerations
Securing the Block Up Converter
Installing the Block Up
Converter…………………………………………………………………………..………………...…...9
LED Indicators, Connector Pin Assignment, 10MHz Reference
Powering Options, Setting L.O., Setting Tx/Rx Frequencies
Recommended Test
Equipment…………………………………………………………………….………………………...13
Technical
Specifications………………………………………………………….….………..14
Assembly and
Installation………………………………………………………………….………15
Connections and Mounting Hardware
Functional
Overview………………………………………………………….………………16
General
IF/RF Conversion and Amplification

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Monitor and Control (optional)
Operation
Procedure……………………………………….....…………….………………...17
Maintenance……………………………………….…………………..….........….18
Preventive Care
Procedure
Block Up Converter Cooling System Preventive Maintenance
Performance Check
Troubleshooting
Out-of Warranty Repair
Appendix 1 Mechanical
Drawing……………..………………………………….………….……………....20
Appendix 2 Spare Parts Order
Form…………………………………………….………………………………….21
Appendix 3 M&C
Commands…...………………………………………………….…………………..22
Appendix 4
BUC 19 pin connector ……………………………….…….……………...………..27

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Scope
This document covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the ABE20KX BUC. It contains
information intended for engineers, technicians and operators working with the block up converter.
To make inquiries, or to report errors of fact or omission in this document, please contact Actox
Corporation at toll free 866-888-6087.

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INTRODUCTION
The ABE20KX is a reliable, high quality, cost efficient stand-alone block up converter. The application
for this block up converter is Ku-Band VSAT communication in an outdoor environment. This line of
superior products, engineered using state of the art technology, is characterized by unparalleled durability
and dependability.
This is the smallest and lightest 20W L-To Ku-Band Block Up Converter and is designed to be mounted
on the feed horn. The unit is ideal for portable and mobile applications. Double – L.O. feature makes unit
universal for Ku-Band requirements. This unit can be powered either with 24 and 48 VDC and consumes
less than 135W.
KEY FEATURES
13.75-14.50 GHz
950 to 1,700 MHz
Smallest package size and weight
Double L.O. (switchable 12.80 and 13.05GHz)
Auto-ranging 15-60 VDC power option
Low power consumption (135W max)
Digital temperature compensation
L.O. lock and amplifier LED
M&C – combined RS-232/485/FSK(optional)
RoHS compliant
ABE20KX – 20W Ku-Band BUC monitors and controls numerous parameters and has features that make
installation and use of the BUC simpler and enhance system performance.