Cross Technologies 2017-0923 370 Series User manual

Instruction Manual Model 2017-0923#-370
Up/Downconverter
February 2022, Rev. 0
MENU
EXECUTE
MODEL 2017
CROSS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
U F=1055 G=+10.0
D F=2155 G=+15.0
MUTE
UPCONVERTERDOWNCONVERTER
REMOTEALARM POWER ALARM
UP/DOWNCONVERTER
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equipment serial number, and a description of the part.
CROSS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
6170 Shiloh Road
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
[phone]
FAX [phone]
Toll Free 888-900-5588
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL 2017-0923#-370 Up/Downconverter
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Warranty 2
1.0 General 3
1.1 Equipment Description 3
1.2 Technical Characteristics 4
1.3 Monitor & Control Interface 5
2.0 Installation 9
2.1 Mechanical 9
2.2 Rear I/O’s 10
2.3 Front Panel Controls, Indicators 11
2.4 Operation 12
2.5 Menu Settings 15
3.0 Environmental Use Information 21
WARRANTY - The following warranty applies to all Cross Technologies, Inc. products.
All Cross Technologies, Inc. products are warranted against defective materials and
workmanship for a period of one year after shipment to customer. Cross Technologies, Inc.’s
obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at Cross Technologies, Inc.’s option,
replacing parts, subassemblies, or entire assemblies. Cross Technologies, Inc. shall not be
liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages. This warranty does not cover parts
or equipment which have been subject to misuse, negligence, or accident by the customer
during use. All shipping costs for warranty repairs will be prepaid by the customer. There are
not other warranties, express or implied, except as stated herein.
CROSS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
6170 Shiloh Road
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
WEB www.crosstechnologies.com
E-MAIL [email protected]
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MODEL 2017-0923#-370 Up/Downconverter
1.0 General
1.1 Equipment Description
The 2017-0923#-370 L-band Up/Downconverter has a 370 Mhz to 950-2300 MHz upconverter channel and a
950-2300 MHz to 370 MHz downconverter channel with 1 MHz step size tuning, low group delay and flat
frequency response. Multi-function switches select the frequency, gain ( upconverter 0 to +20 dB;
downconverter 0 to +20 dB), and other parameters. Front panel LEDs provide indication of DC power (green),
PLL alarm (red), remote operation (yellow). Remote operation allows selection of frequency and gain. L-Band
Frequency and Gain settings appear on the LCD display. Connectors are BNC female for the IF, optional ext 10
MHz, and the RF. A high stability (±0.01 ppm) option (H) is also available. It is powered by a 100-240 ±10%
VAC power supply and housed in a 1.75” X 19” X 16” 1RU chassis.
MENU
EXECUTE
MODEL 2017
CROSS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
U F=1055 G=+10.0
D F=2155 G=+15.0
MUTE
UPCONVERTERDOWNCONVERTER
REMOTEALARM POWER ALARM
UP/DOWNCONVERTER
FRONT PANEL
AC UPCONVERTER
RF OUT
GND
DOWNCONVERTER
J4 J5J3J18J2
RF IN 10 MHZ REF 10 MHZ IF IN
EXT REF
J1
IF OUT
OUTPUT INPUT
J10
AND
MONITOR
CONTROL
J20
15 234
6
78
9
REAR PANEL
Figure 1.1 Model 2017-0923#-370 Front and Rear Panels
PLL,ATT, CONTROL
M&C
CONTROLLER
370 ± 18
MHz
OUT
0.95
to 2.3
GHz
IN
V
A
R
A
T
T
370 M LP
2017-0923#-370 Up/Downconverter Block Diagram
EXT**
10 M
10 M
TO
PLLS
370 ± 18
MHz
IN
2.8 GHz BP
V
A
R
A
T
T
0.95-
2.3
GHz
OUT
2.8 GHz BP
370 M LP
L Downconverter
L Upconverter
2.3 GHz LP
3.17
GHz
3.75-5.1
GHz
3.17
GHz
3.75-
5.1
GHz
2.3 GHz LP
**OPTIONAL**
V
A
R
A
T
T
V
A
R
A
T
T
V
A
R
A
T
T
Figure 1.2 Model 2017-0923#-370 Up/Downconverter Block Diagram
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1.2 Technical Characteristics
EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONSS*
SPECIFICATIONS*
Input
Input Characteristics
UP, L
DOWN, L
Impedance/Return Loss 75/18 dB 50/12 dB
Frequency 370 ± 18 MHz 0
0.95-2.30GHz
Noise Figure, Max. 20 dB @ max gain 15 dB @ max gain
Input Level range -30 to -10 dBm -30 to -10 dBm
Output
Output Characteristics
Impedance/Return Loss 50 /12 dB 75 /18 dB
Frequency (GHz) 0
0.95-2.30 GHz
370 ± 18 MHz
Output Level Range -20 to 0 dBm -30 to -10 dBm
1 dB comp, max gain
+5 dBm -5 dBm
Mute @ 0 dBm out
>60 dB
N/A
Channel
Channel Characteristics
G
Gain, max. at Fc
+20 ±3 dB +20 ±3 dB
Gain, range, 1±1 dB steps +
+20 to 0 dB
+20 to 0 dB
Image Rejection N
N/A
> 50 dB, min
Spurious, Inband, sig. rel. <
<-50 dBC, 0dBm
<-50 dBC, 0dBm
Spurious, Inband, sig. ind. <
<-50 dBC, Gmax
<-50 dBC, Gmax
Spurious, Out of band
<-50 dBC,Gmax <-50 dBC,Gmax
Intermod - 2 carriers 4MHz
space @ -10dBm
<-50 dBC
,
Gmax <-50 dBC
,
Gmax
Frequency Resp. band ±2.0 dB ±2.0 dB
Frequency Resp. 36,40 MHz ±0.5 dB, ±1.0 dB ±0.5 dB, ±1.0 dB
Frequency Sense Non-inverting Inv/Non-inverting
Available Options
E - External 10 MHz ref in & out
H - High Stability (±0.01ppm) Internal Ref
X - 125 kHz step size
X1- 100 kHz step size
X1002 - 1 kHz step, includes option -H
Z5- Attenuator 0.5 ± 0.5dB Steps
Comm. Interface/Standard RS232
Q - RS485 Remote Interface
W8 - Ethernet; w/Web Browser (WB)
W18 - Ethernet; w/WB & SNMP
W28 - Ethernet; w/TCP/IP, Telnet
W828 - W8 + W18 + W28
Connectors/Impedance
STD. 50BNC (RF), 75BNC (IF)
D - 50BNC (RF), 50BNC (IF)
N - 50N-type (RF), 75BNC (IF)
M - 50N-type (RF), 50BNC (IF)
S - 50SMA (RF), 50BNC (IF)
S7 - 50SMA (RF), 75BNC (IF)
SS - 50SMA (RF), 50SMA (IF)
Synthesizer Characteristics
Frequency Accuracy ± 1.0 ppm max over temp (±0.01 ppm, option H)
Frequency Step 1.0 MHz (125 kHz to 1 kHz step options available)
Phase Noise @ F (Hz) > 10 100 1K 10K 100K 1M
dBC/Hz -55 -70 -70 -80 -90 -110
10 MHz Level (In or Out) 3 dBm, ± 3 dB, 75 ohms (option E)
Controls, Indicators
Freq/Gain Selection direct readout LCD; manual or remote selection
Power; Alarm; Rem; Mute Green LED; Red LED; Yellow LED; Yellow LED
Remote RS232C, 9600 baud (RS485, Ethernet Optional)
Other
RF, IF Connectors BNC (female), 75 BNC (female)
10 MHz Connectors BNC (female), 75, works with 50 or 75 ohms (option E)
Alarm/Remote Connector DB9 (female) - NO or NC contact closure on Alarm
Size 19 inch, 1RU standard chassis 1.75” H X 16.0” D
Power 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47-63 Hz, 25 W max. (24 , 48 VDC Optional)
*+10˚C to +40˚C; Specifications subject to change without notice
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1.3 Monitor and Control Interface
A) Remote serial interface
Protocol: RS-232C, 9600 baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 start bit, and 1 stop bit.
(RS-232C, RS-422, or RS-485 - option -Q)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Female DB-9
PC Com Port
Male DB-9
2015/16/17 M&CPort
M&C Cable Diagram - Cross Technologies Frequency Converters
RX RX
TX TX
DTR
SG
DSR
RTS
CTS
SG
Connector: Rear panel, DB-9 male
J10 Pinouts (RS-232C/422/485)
Pinouts (RS-232C/422/485)
Pin Function
1 Rx-
2 Rx+ (RS-232C)
3 Tx+ (RS-232C)
4 Tx-
5 GND
6 Alarm Relay: Common
7 Alarm Relay: Normally Open
8 Not Used
9 Alarm Relay: Normally Closed
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B) Status Requests
Table 1.1 lists the status requests for the 2017-0923#-370 and briefly describes them.
*PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa}(00-31) prefix, in the table below,
should be used ONLY when RS-485, (OPTION-Q), is selected.
Table 1.1 2017-0923#-370 SStatus
2017-0923#-370 Status Requestts
Table 1.1 2017-0923#-370 Status Requests
Command Syntax* Description
Status {aaS1} Returns {aaS1bbbbccccdddeeffLMNOP} where:
• bbbb = Tx frequency (bbbbbbb, option -x)
4 characters - standard (7 characters - Option-x)
• cccc = Rx frequency (ccccccc, option -x)
4 characters - standard (7 characters - Option-X)
• ddd = Tx gain (-10 to 30)
• ee = Rx gain (0 to 50)
• ff = Tx input level (10 to 40 => -10 to -40 dBm)
• L = Receiver Inversion (0 = non-inverted; 1 = inverted)
• M = Receiver synth alarm (0 = alarm off; 1 = alarm on)
• N = Transmitter synth alarm (0 = alarm off; 1 = alarm on)
• O = Summary alarm (0 = alarm off; 1 = alarm on)
• P = Transmit signal control
(0 = disabled/muted; 1 = enabled/not muted)
External 10 MHz (option -E) {aaS2} Returns {aaS2bcd} where:
• b = 10 MHz Selected (0 = Internal; 1 = External)
• c = Upconverter 10 MHz insertion RF [J5])
(0 = not inserted; 1 = inserted)
• d = Downconverter 10 MHz insertion RF [J2])
(0 = not inserted; 1 = inserted)
External 10 MHz (option -E1) {aaS2} Returns {aaS2bc} where:
• b = 1 if internal reference mode is selected
• b = 2 if external reference mode is selected
• b = 3 if auto reference mode is selected
• c = 0 if internal 10 MHz is active
• c = 1 if external 10 MHz is active
IP Address (W8, W18, W28 only) {aaSi} Returns {aaSixxx.xxx.xxx.xxx} where:
• x...x is the IP address
Subnet mask(W8,W18,W28 only) {aaSs} Returns {aaSsxxx.xxx.xxx.xxx} where:
• x...x is the subnet mask
Unit ID {aaSU} Returns {aaSUx...x} where:
• x...x is the unit ID character string (max. 16 characters)
Product Info {aaSV} Returns {aaSV2017-xxxx ver y.yy} where:
2017-xxxx is the model with options; yyy is the firmware Rev.
LNB Current (option -L) {aaS3} Returns {aaS3bb} where:
• bb = LNB current, range 00 to 50 (0 to 500 ma)
SSPB Current (option -V) {aaS4} Returns {aaS4bbb} where:
• bbb = SSPB current, range 000 to 250 (0 to 2500 ma)
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Table 1.2 (2017-0923#-370 Commands, continued from page 7...)
Table 1.2 2017-0923#-370 Commannds
Commands - continuedd from
continued from page 7
Command Syntax* Description
Insert 10MHz on UP RF (option -E) {aaC5x} where:
(N/A option -E1) • x = 0 to disable 10 MHz upconverter insertion on RF[J5]
• x = 1 to enable 10 MHz upconverter insertion on RF[J5]
Insert 10MHz on DOWN RF (option -E) {aaC6x} where:
(N/A option -E1) {0 to disable 10MHz downconverter insertion on RF (J2)
{1 to enable 10MHz downconverter insertion on RF (J2)
Downconverter Spectrum {aaC7x} where:
• x = 0 for non-inverted
• x = 1 for inverted
Enable Remote # Just # sign
Disable Remote {aaCR0}* {CR and zero}
Set Ext Reference {aaCEx} where:
• x = 0 for internal reference
• x = 1 for external reference
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C) Commands
Table 1.2 lists the commands for the 2017-0923#-370 and briefly describes them. After a command is sent the
2017-0923#-370 sends a return “>” indicating the command has been received and executed.
General Command Format - The general command format is {aaCND...}, where:
{ = start byte
aa = address (RS-485 only option -Q)
C = 1 character, either C (command) or S (status)
N = 1 character command or status request
D = 1 character or more of data (depends on command)
} = stop byte
*PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa}(00-31) prefix, in the table below,
should be used ONLY when RS-485, (OPTION-Q), is selected.
Table 1.2 2017-0923#-370 Commandds
Commands
Command Syntax* Description
Set Transmitter Frequency {aaC1xxxx} where:
• xxxx = 4 characters standard (7 characters -option-X)
• Range: 0950-2150 MHz (0950000-2150000, option -X)
Set Transmitter Input Level {aaCIxx} where:
• xx = 2 characters
• Range: 10 to 40 (-10 to -40 dBm)
Set Receiver Frequency {aaC2xxxx} where:
• xxxx = 4 characters standard (7 characters -option-X)
• Range: 0950-2150 MHz (0950000-2150000, option -X)
Set Transmit Gain {aaC3xxxx} where:
• xxxx = 2 or 3 characters (4 characters - Option Z5)
• Range: -10 to 30 (-10 dB to 30 dB, in 1 dB steps)
Option Z5 • Range: -100 to 300 in 0.5 dB steps, omit the decimal point.
Example:{aaC3 +155} sets the upconverter gain to 15.5dB.
Set Receiver Gain {aaC4xxx} where:
• xx = 2 characters (3 characters - Option Z5)
Option Z5 • Range: 00 to 500 in 0.5 dB steps, omit the decimal point.
Example: {aaC4255} sets the downconverter gain to 25.5 dB.
• Range: 00 to 50 (00 dB to 50 dB, in 1 dB steps)
Enable Tx {aaCAx} where:
• x = 0 to disable Tx signal
Set Ext Reference {aaCEx} where:
• x = 0 for internal reference
• x = 0 for external reference
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2.0 Installation
2.1 Mechanical
The 2017-0923#-370 consists of one RF/Controller PCB housed in a 1 RU (1 3/4 inch high) by 16 inch
deep chassis.
A switching, ± 12, +5, +24 VDC power supply provides power for the assemblies. The 2017-0923#-370 can be
secured to a rack using the 4 holes on the front panel. Figure 2.0 shows how the 2017-0923#-370 is assembled.
POWER
SUPPLY
Figure 2.0 Model 2017-0923#-370 Mechanical Assembly
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2.2 Rear Panel Input/Output Signals and Control - Figure 2.1 shows the input and output connectors
on the rear panel.
RF OUT
J4 J5 J3
10 MHZ
IF IN
EXT REF
J3 - 10 MHz EXT REF INPUT (Option -E)
10 MHz external reference input, +3 dBm ± 3 dBm, 75
ohms, BNC female connector.
J5 - RF OUT
..95 - 2.3 GHz see Table 2.2.
J4 - IF IN
370 MHz input, -30 to -
10 dBm in, see Table
2.2.
INPUT
J20
J20 - ETHERNET
CONNECTION
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
Figure 2.1 Model 2017-0923#-370 Rear Panel I/O’s
TABLE 2.1 JJ10
2.1 J10 Pinouts (RS-232C/422/485*)
Pin Function
1 Rx-
2 Rx+ (RS-232C)
3 Tx+ (RS-232C)
4 Tx-
5 GND
6 Alarm Relay: Common
7 Alarm Relay: Normally Open
8 Not Used
9 Alarm Relay: Normally Closed
*Remote Serial Interface
Interface: DB-9 Male
Protocol: RS-232C (RS-232C/422/485 option -Q), 9600 baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits,
1 start bit, 1 stop bit.
TABLE 2.2
I
IF/RF
2.2 IF/RF Connector Optionns
Options
Option IF RF
STD BNC, 75Type F, 75
-B BNC, 75BNC, 75
-C BNC, 75BNC, 50
-D BNC, 50BNC, 50
-N BNC, 75Type N, 50
-M BNC, 50Type N, 50
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2.3 Front Panel Controls and Indicators - The following are the front panel controls and indicators.
MENU
EXECUTE
U F=1055 G=+10.0
MUTEREMOTEALARM POWER
LCD DISPLAY
Display shows Up and
Downconverter frequency in MHz
and Gain in dB
S1 - MENU/EXECUTE BUTTON
Press this to get into Program mode
and to execute any changes.
DS3 - DOWN ALARM LED
Red LED indicates
downconverter alarm.
DS6 - POWER LED
Green LED indicates
presence of DC power.
DS1 - REMOTE LED
Yellow LED indicates
remote operation.
S2 - VERT. TOGGLE
Vertical toggle switch that controls
values in the Menu items when in
program mode. Does not function in the
normal display mode
S3 - HORIZ. TOGGLE
Horizontal toggle switch that
controls which values are being
adjusted. Does not function in the
normal display mode
UPCONVERTER
ALARM
DOWNCONVERTER
D F=2155 G=+15.0
DS5 - UP MUTE LED
Yellow LED indicates
upconverter mute.
DS2 - UP ALARM LED
Red LED indicates
upconverter alarm.
Figure 2.2 Model 2017-0923#-370 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
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2.4 Installation / Operation
2.4.1 Installing and Operating the 2017-0923#-370, Upconverter Section
1.) Connect a -30 dBm to -10 dBm signal to IF In, J4 (Figure 2.1).
2.) Connect the RF OUT, J5, to the external equipment.
3.) Connect 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47 - 63 Hz to AC on the back panel.
4.) Set the desired output frequency (See Section 2.5 Menu Settings).
5.) Set the input level (See Section 2.5 Menu Settings).
2.4.2 Installing and Operating the 2017-0923#-370, Downconverter Section
1.) Connect a -30 dBm to -20 dBm signal to RF In, J2 (Figure 2.1).
2.) Connect the IF OUT, J1, to the external equipment.
3.) Connect 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47 - 63 Hz to AC on the back panel.
4.) Set the desired input frequency (See Section 2.5 Menu Settings).
5.) Set the gain to get the desired output level.
6.) Set the gain (See Section 2.5 Menu Settings).
7.) Be sure DS6 (green, DC Power) is on and DS2 (red, Alarm) is off (Figure 2.2).
2.4.3 External 10 MHz Reference Operation
The External Reference Option is required if the unit is to synch to a 10 MHz reference from an external source.
The unit will still have an internal 10 MHz reference as a ‘back-up’ should the external reference be removed or
fail. Described below are the two (2), 10 MHz External Reference Options, Option E & E1.
Option E
Internal Reference Mode
When the internal reference mode is selected, the unit's internal 10 MHz reference will become the ‘primary’
source and the unit’s synthesizers will lock to this internal 10 MHz reference. The unit will ignore any external
10 MHz signal present on the external reference input (J13). The unit will also buffer the internal 10 MHz
signal and provide it on the Reference Out connector (J14) at +3 dBm, +/- 3 dB.
External Reference Mode
When the external reference mode is selected, the external 10 MHz reference (received on J13) will become the
‘primary’ source and the unit’s synthesizers will lock to this external 10 MHz reference. The unit must have a
10 MHz signal connected to the external reference input (J13) on the rear panel. The external 10 MHz signal
must be +3 dBm, +/- 3 dB. The unit will also buffer the external 10 MHz signal and provide it on the Reference
Out connector (J14) at +3 dBm, +/- 3 dB.
NOTE: There is no “auto-detect” capability in Option E. [See Option E1 below if this capability is required.]
If the External Reference Mode is selected and the external reference fails or is removed, the unit will ALARM,
but it will NOT automatically switch to the internal reference. The user will be required to manually select
Internal Reference Mode (via the front panel LCD or Remote M&C) for the internal 10 MHz reference to
become the ‘primary’ source for the unit.
Once the external 10 MHz reference is restored (on J13), the user must again manually (via the front panel LCD
or Remote M&C) reelect External Reference Mode for the external 10 MHz reference to become the ‘primary’
source. L-band units with option E also have the ability to ‘insert’ the (internal or external) 10 MHz signal that
has been buffered (as described above) on the center pin of the L-band (RF) connector(s).
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Option E1
Units with option E1 operate as described above but also have an Auto mode. When in auto mode the unit will
detect and select the external 10 MHz signal if it is present and at least +3 dBm. If the external 10 MHz signal
falls below 1 dBm (+/- 1 dB) the unit will automatically switch to the internal 10 MHz reference. The reference
out connector (J14) provides a buffered rendition of the selected 10 MHz signal at +3 dBm, +/- 3 dB.
Units with option E1 do not have the ability to insert a buffered rendition of the selected 10 MHz signal on the
center pin of the (RF) connector.
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AC Fuse - 2 amp slow blow (Type T),
5 mm X 20 mm
FUSE DRAWER
SPARE FUSE
~
INPUT
100-240± 10%VA
C
47-63 Hz
2A MAX
FUSE
TYPE T 2A GDC
250 VOLT
FOR 100 - 240 V~
~
Figure 2.3 Fuse Location and Spare Fuse
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2.5 Menu Settings
2.5.1 Functions - This section describes operation of the front panel controls. There are three operator
switches, the LCD display and alarm indicator LEDs. All functions for the equipment are controlled by these
components. The functions are (see Figure 2.2):
Power Up
Normal Display
Menu 1 Up Frequency in MHz
Menu 2 Up Input Lvl (Set from -30 to -10)
Menu 3 Up Gain (-20 to 0)
Menu 4 Down Frequency in MHz
Menu 5 Down Gain (set 0 to 20 for -30 to 0 dBm out range)
Menu 6 Set Downconverter Spectrum Sense
Menu 7 Up Mute
Menu 8 Set Unit to Remote Operation
Menu 9 Set Remote Interface
Menu 10 Set RS-485 address (option -Q)
Menu 11 Select External 10 MHz Reference (option -E) (option -E1)
Menu 12 Upconverter Reference Out (option -E)
Menu 13 Downconverter Reference Out (option -E)
Menu 14 View PCB Temperature (option -T)
Menu 15 View LNB and/or SSPB Current (options -L and/or -V)
Save Menu When go to end
Alarm indications appear on the LEDs (see figure 2.2).
All program changes must start with the operation of the Menu/Execute switch and must also end with the
operation of the Menu/Execute switch verified by the “Save Settings?” Menu. If this sequence is not followed,
none of the changes will take effect. If programming is initiated and no operator action takes place for
approximately 30 seconds (before the final press of the Menu/Execute switch) the display will revert to its
previous status and you will need to start over.
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2.5.2 Power-On Settings
NOTE: THE LAST STATUS OF A UNIT IS RETAINED EVEN WHEN POWER IS REMOVED.
WHEN POWER IS RESTORED, THE UNIT WILL RETURN TO IT'S PREVIOUS SETTINGS.
When power is first applied, the LCD display goes through three steps.
1. The LCD goes black to show all segments are functioning.
2. The model number with options software version will be displayed.
2017-0923#-370E1W8X
4.00
3. The present frequency and gain of the up and downconverter is shown.
U F=1055 G=+10.0
D F=2155 G=+15.0
The unit is now operational and ready for any changes the operator may desire.
2.5.3 Control Switches
1. Menu/Execute - Any change to the programming of the unit must be initiated by
pressing the Menu/Execute switch and completed by pressing the Menu/Execute switch.
2. Horizontal Switch - This switch is mounted so its movement is horizontal and moves the cursor
left or right.
3. Vertical Switch - This switch is mounted so its movement is vertical and has two functions:
a. During frequency , gain, input level changes, the vertical movement will raise or lower the
number in the direction of the arrows.
b. For other functions such Mute on/off, the vertical switch will alternately turn
the function on or off regardless of the direction operated.
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2.5.4 Frequency Changes
At any time during the modification process, if you have made a mistake and do not wish to save the changes
you have made, do not press the Menu/Execute switch; simply do nothing for approximately 30 seconds, and
the system will return to the normal operating mode or scroll to “R” and push the menu/Execute switch and
select “NO” in the “SAVE SETTINGS?” window.
To change the FREQUENCY:
Operate the Menu/Execute switch until you get to the menu item you want to change (see Figure 2.4 for
the sequence of menu options). The following display is for changing the upconverter frequency:
UP F = 1350
R
Pressing the Up/Down switch down will toggle the display to:
UP F = 1450
R
By using the horizontal rocker switch the cursor can be moved left or right.
UP F = 1450
R
NOTE: CHANGES DO NOT TAKE PLACE ON FREQUENCY UNTIL YOU GO TO THE SAVE
MENU AND INDICATE YOU WANT TO SAVE THE CHANGES.
When the display indicates the value desired you can push the Menu/Execute switch to the next item:
UP INLVL = -20
R
NOTE: CHANGES TAKE PLACE ON LEVEL AND GAIN IMMEDIATELY BUT DO NOT GET
SAVED UNTIL YOU GO TO THE SAVE MENU AND INDICATE YOU WANT TO SAVE THE
CHANGES.
OR you can scroll to “R”, push the Menu/Execute switch to get to:
SAVE SETTINGS?
Y N
Selecting Ywill save the new settings. Selecting Nwill revert to the previous settings.
Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to the :
U F=1055 G=+10.0
D F=2155 G=+15.0
Figure 2.4 shows all the menu items and how to make changes.
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2.5.5 Gain Changes
When you get to this menu note that the gain changes will be made as you make them but if you do not wish to
save the changes you have made, scroll to “R” and push the menu/Execute switch and select “NO” in the
“SAVE SETTINGS?” window or do not press the Menu/Execute switch; simply do nothing for
approximately 30 seconds, and the system will return to the normal operating mode.
2.5.5.1 Upconverter Gain
To set the upconverter gain, first push the Menu/Execute switch to get to the gain setting:
Operate the Menu/Execute switch until you get to the menu item you want to change. See Figure 2.4
for the sequence of menu options.
The following display is for changing the upconverter input level. This is an important setting to
optimize spurious and should be made as accurately as possible:
UP INLVL = -20
R
Press the Up/Down switch to change the level in 1 dB steps and then push the Menu/Execute switch to
get to the Gain setting:
DN G = +20
R
By using the horizontal rocker switch the cursor can be moved left or right .
Press the Up/Down switch until you have the desired gain.
NOTE: THE GAIN WILL CHANGE AS YOU ADJUST THE NUMBERS. HOWEVER, THE VALUE
WILL NOT BE STORED UNTIL YOU INDICATE YES IN THE SAVE SETTINGS WINDOW. DO
NOT SET A GAIN THAT WOULD EXCEED A 0 dBm OUTPUT LEVEL.
When the display indicates the value desired you can push the Menu/Execute switch to the next item
OR you can scroll to “R”, push the Menu/Execute switch to get to:
SAVE SETTINGS?
Y N
Selecting Ywill save the new settings. Selecting Nwill revert to the previous settings.
Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to the :
U F=1055 G=+10.0
D F=2155 G=+15.0
Figure 2.4 shows all the menu items and how to make changes.
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2.5.5.2 Downconverter Gain
To set the downconverter gain, first push the Menu/Execute switch to get to the gain setting:
Operate the Menu/Execute switch until you get to the menu item you want to change. See Figure 2.4
for the sequence of menu options.
The following display is for changing the downconverter gain. Set the gain to provide an
appropriate output level.
DN G = +20
R
Press the Up/Down switch to change the level in 1 or 10 dB steps. By using the horizontal rocker switch
the cursor can be moved left or right. Pressing the Up/Down switch down will toggle the display digit
selected until you have the desired gain.
NOTE: THE GAIN WILL CHANGE AS YOU ADJUST THE NUMBERS. HOWEVER,
THE VALUE WILL NOT BE STORED UNTIL YOU INDICATE YES IN THE
SAVE SETTINGS WINDOW.
When the display indicates the value desired you can push the Menu/Execute switch to the next item
OR you can scroll to “R”, push the Menu/Execute switch to get to:
SAVE SETTINGS?
Y N
Selecting Ywill save the new settings. Selecting Nwill revert to the previous settings.
Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to the :
U F=1055 G=+10.0
D F=2155 G=+15.0
Figure 2.4 shows all the menu items and how to make changes.
2.5.5 Alarm Indications
An alarm condition will occur if any local oscillator phase lock loop (PLL) comes out of lock.
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ON POWER UP
NORMAL DISPLAY
PUSHING MENU/EXECUTE SEQUENCE
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U F = 1055 G = +10.0
D F = 2155 G = +15.0
PUSH BUTTON
Power Up
Normal Display
Menu 1 Up Frequency
Menu 2 Up Input Level (Set from
-40 to -10)
Menu 3 Up Gain (-10 to +30)
Menu 4 Down Frequency
Menu 5 Down Gain (set 0 to +50
for -20 to 0 dBm out level)
Menu 6 Set Downconverter
Spectrum Sense
Menu 7 Up Mute
Menu 8 Set Unit to
Remote Operation
Menu 9 Set Remote
Interface
Menu 10 Set RS-485 Address
(option -Q)
Menu 11 Select External
10 MHz Reference (option -E)
Menu 12 Select Upconverter
Reference Out (option -E)
Menu 13 Select Downconverter
Reference Out (option -E)
Menu 14 View PCB Temperature
(option -T)
Menu 15 View LNB current and
SSPB current (options -L, -V)
Save Settings? At the end or
when “R” is selected from any of
the above menus
SAVE SETTINGS? Y N
SCROLL <>
PUSH BUTTON
UP F = 1450
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
UP INLVL = -20
R
DN F = 1350
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
UP G = +10
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
DN G = +20
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
DNSPECTRUM NON
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
UP MUTE OFF
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
REMOTE OFF
R
LNB DC = 0.32 A
R
SSB DC = 1.86 A
ADDRESS = 00
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
REF MODE INT
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
UP REF OUT OFF
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
PUSH BUTTON
DN REF OUT 0FF
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
SCROLL <>
PUSH BUTTON
TEMP = 35 DEG
R
SCROLL <>
PUSH BUTTON
INTERFACE RS232
SCROLL <>
SCROLL
PUSH BUTTON
R
Figure 2.4 Menu Display and Sequence
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