Cross Technologies 4115-300 User manual

Instruction Manual Model 4115-300
Ka-Band Block Upconverter
Weather Resistant Unit
November 2015, Rev. H
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reproduced or duplicated without the prior permission of Cross Technologies, Inc. for purposes of operating
the equipment.
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equipment serial number, and a description of the part.
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Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL 4115-300 Ka-Band Upconverter, Weather Resistant*
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Warranty 2
1.0 General 3
1.1 Equipment Description 3
1.2 Technical Characteristics 4
2.0 Installation 5
2.1 Message Protocol 5
2.2 M&C Commands 6
2.3 M&C Queries 7
2.4 Ethernet Interface Installation 9
2.4.1 Methods of Connection 9
2.4.2 Ethernet Configuration 9
2.4.3 Web page M&C 10
2.4.4 SNMP Configuration 11
2.5 Upconverter Outline Drawings 14
2.6 Physical Interface 15
2.7 Installation/Operation 16
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
[phone] • FAX [phone] • Toll Free 888-900-5588
WEB www.crosstechnologies.com • E-MAIL [email protected]
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MODEL 4115-300 Ka-Band Upconverter, Weather Resistant*
1.0 General
1.1 Equipment Description
The 4115-300 Ka-band Block Upconverter converts 0.95 - 1.95 GHz up to 27.5 - 31.0 GHz in four selectable
fixed bands. Front panel LEDs provide indication of DC Power and PLL Alarms. The L-band to RF gain is +30
dB. Connectors are 2.92.mm for RF Out and RF Monitor, SMA for the external reference input and reference
output and Type N (all female) for the L-band. Gain, band select, and internal 10 MHz frequency are controlled
by the Ethernet M&C. In AUTO, the 10 MHz reference stays in external if the external level is in the +2 to +8
dBm range. It is powered by a 100-240 ± 10% VAC power supply, and mounted in a 8”Wide X 6”High X
16”Deep Weather Resistant enclosure.
NOTE: *Weather Resistant enclosures are designed to be water resistant for installation in an outdoor enclosure/antenna hut OR
mounted outdoors on an antenna assembly at their specified temperature ranges. They are designed to be located “out in the
elements” (water, sleet, snow, etc.) but they are not designed to be “submerged under” water. If an extended temperature range is
required, there is an Extended Temperature option (Option W21; -30˚C to +60˚C) available at an additional cost. Contact Cross for
quote.
••
•
•
••
••
L-BAND IN
J9
10M IN
STATUS /
CONTROL ETHERNET
POWER
ALARM
J3 J4
10M OUT
FUSE
J8
AC IN
J7
F1
MODEL 4115 UPCONVERTER
RF MON
J2
RF OUTPUT
J1 .
.
.. .
••
•• J6
CROSS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
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Model 4115-300 Ka-Band Block Upconverter Front Panel
0.95
to
1.95
GHz
IN
11.7 to 13.2 GHz
BP
EXT
10 M
10 M
TO
PLLS
27.5 to 31
GHz BP
1 - 7.94
2 - 8.14
3 - 8.40
4 - 8.90
GHz
SW,PLL,ATT,VCC CONTROL
M&C
CONTROLLER
-20 RF
MON
10 M
MON
15.8 to 17.8
GHz BP
27.5 to
31 GHz
OUT
2
0
dB
C
O
U
P
2X
I
S
O
L
I
S
O
L
4115-300 Upconverter Block Diagram REV. B
6/01/11
V
A
R
A
T
T
1 - 10.67
2 - 10.77
3 - 11.25
4 - 11.25
GHz
UPCON-513
FIGURE 1.0 Model 4115-300 Ka-Band Block Upconverter Block Diagram
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1.2 Technical Characteristics
Technical Characteristics continued on page 5...
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±2 dB, over RF band; ± 0.5 dB, 40 MHz BW, Fre
q
uenc
y
Sense-Non-Invertin
g
Fre
q
uenc
y
Res
p
onse
Channel Characteristics
LO Characteristics
± 0.05
pp
m maximum over tem
p
internal reference
;
external reference in
p
utFre
q
uenc
y
Accurac
y
< -45 dBC for two carriers at 4 MHz s
p
acin
g,
each at -5 dBm outIntermodulation <-50 dBm, over 27.0 - 27.5 and 31.0 - 31.5 GHz BandS
p
urious, Out of Band
SIGNAL RELATED <-50 dBC in band, -15 to 0 dBm out;
SIGNAL INDEPENDENT, <-55 dBm; over 27.5 to 31 GHz Band
S
p
urious, Inband
+2 to +8 dBm in
,
Monitor Out
p
ut = in
p
ut level ± 1.0 dB
,
50 ohms10 MHz Level In/Mon
Band S
p
ecificLO Fre
q
uenc
y
+ 30 ± 3 dB,
(
+30 to 0 dB variable in 0.5 dB Ste
p
s
)
Gain @ Fc
-105-95-80-75-65
1MHz100kHz10kHz1kHz100 MHz
dBC/Hz
Phase Noise @ F (Hz) >
Controls
,
Indicators
Green LEDPower
Gain, band select and internal 10 MHz frequency via Ethernet,
M&C or Status/Control Connector
Gain, Band, 10M Fre
q
uenc
y
Red LED, External Contact ClosurePLL, Alarm
TABLE 1.0 4115-300 Block Upconverter Specifications**
Band 4 - 30.0 to 31.0
+8 dBm, maximum
g
ainOut
p
ut 1 dB Com
p
ression
Band 3 - 29.0 to 30.0
Band 2 - 28.0 to 29.0
-40 to -15 dBmIn
p
ut Level 20 dB maximum
g
ainNoise Fi
g
ure, Maximum 0.95 to 1.95 GHzFre
q
uenc
y
(
GHz
)
>60 dB @ 0 dBm Out
p
utMute at Maximum Level Out
-15 to 0 dBmOut
p
ut Level Ran
g
e
Out
p
ut Characteristics
In
p
ut Characteristics
Band 1 - 27.5 to 28.5Fre
q
uenc
y
(
GHz
)
50Ω/ 14 dB
,
Mute & UnmuteIm
p
edance / Return Loss
50Ω/ 14 dBIm
p
edance / Return Loss

Technical Characteristics continued from page 4...
4115-300 Manual, Rev. H Page 5 11/16/15
T
yp
e N
(
female
)
, 50ΩL-Band Connector
100-240 ±10% VAC, 47-63 Hz, 25 Watts Maximum,
FCI Clipper Series CL1M1102, Weather Resistant Connector.
Power
8” Wide X 6” High X 16” Deep, Weatherized Resistant* EnclosureSize
Status/Control Connector, MS3112E14-18S;
Mating Cable Connector, MS3116F14-18P.
Ethernet Conector, RJF21B; Mating Cable Connector, RJF6G;
Cable interface, Standard RJ45.
AC Input Connector, Clipper Series, CL1M1102,Mating Cable Connector, CL1F1101.
(Unless otherwise specified, the mating connector is provided preassembled onto a
standard NEMA 5-15 U.S. power cord.)
M&C Connector(s)
SMA
(
female
)
, 50Ω10 MHz Connectors
2.92mm
(
40 GHz
)
female, 50ΩRF Out, Mon. Connector
Other
**+10˚C to +40˚C; Specifications subject to change without notice. © 2015 Cross Technologies, Inc
.

2.0 Installation
The 4115-300 Ka-Band Upconverter consists of a 8”W X 6”H X 16”D Weather Resistant* enclosure.
A switching, ±12, +24, +5 VDC power supply provides power for the assemblies. The 4115-300 can be
secured to a mounting plate using the 4 holes on the bottom of the front and rear panel. (See Figure 2.5 for
mounting dimensions.)
Figure 2 - 4115-300 Front Panel
2.0.1 Connection to AC Input Power
The 4115-300 is furnished with a pre-assembled AC power input cable as described below.
4115-
3
3
1 Power Input Connector, FCI Clipper Series, CL1M1102 & Crimp Pins
Matin
g
Mating Connector FCI Clipper Series, CL1F1101, Crimp Pins
and CCL101021
and CL101021 Backshell
Pin Input Connector Pin Description
1 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47-63 Hz, 20 watts max.
2 Neutral
3 Ground
2.1 Message Protocol
The serial format for the RS232/RS422/RS485 port is 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.
All messages consist of ASCII printable characters so standard terminals and terminal emulator programs may
be used to control and monitor the unit. All messages begin with the open bracket character “{”(ASCII 0x7B)
and end with the close bracket character “}” (ASCII 0x7D). Messages consisting of commands to set or change
operating parameters and modes of the unit begin with “C” (ascii 0x43) followed by a command specific
character. Messages consisting of queries to report operating parameters and modes begin with “S”
(ASCII 0x53) followed by a parameter specific character.
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2.2 M&C Commands
The following tables summarize the commands and status queries applicable to the
4115-300 frequency converter.
*PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa} prefix, shown in the table below, is present ONLY when RS485 is selected.
Table 2.0 Model 4115-300 M&C Commands
x = 4 to select band 3: in = (950 to 1950 MHz)
out
=
(
30000 to 31000 MHz
)
x = 1 to select RS422
x = 0 to unmute output
x = 1 to mute the output
where:{aaCMx}Set Mute
Range: +2000 to +8000
xxxxx = 5 characters
where:{aaCOxxxxx}Set Int. 10 MHz reference offset
Range: 0 to 31
xx = 2 characters
where:{aaCRxx}Set RS485 address
x = 2 to select RS485
x = 0 to select RS232
where:
{aaCIx}
Set Serial Interface
Range: 000 to 300 (00.0 to 30.0 in 0.5 dB steps)
xxx = 3 characters
where:
{
aaCGxxx
}
Set Gain
x = 3 to select band 3: in = (950 to 1950 MHz)
out
=
(
29.0 to 30.0 MHz
)
x = 2 to select band 2: in = (950 to 1950 MHz)
out
=
(
28.0 to 29.0 MHz
)
x = 1 to select band 1: in = (950 to 1950 MHz)
out
=
(
27.5 to 28.5 MHz
)
where:
{
aaCBx
}
Set Fre
q
uenc
y
Band
DescriptionSyntaxCommand
Table 2.0: Model 4115-300 M&C Commands
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2.3 M&C Queries Table 2.1 Model 4115-300 M&C Queries
x = if band 4 is selected in = (950 to 1950 MHz)
out
=
(
30.0 to 31.0 MHz
)
x = 1 if mute is on
x = 0 if mute is off
Returns {aaSMx} where:
{
aaSM
}
Mute
x
= 1 if RS422 is selected
Example: {aaSG245} indicates the current
g
ain settin
g
is 24.5 dB
Range: 00 to 31
x
= 2 if RS485 is selected
x = 3 if Auto 10 MHz reference is selected
xx = 2 characters
Returns {aaSAxx} where:
{
aaSR
}
RS485 address
x = 0 if RS232 is selected
Returns {aaSIx} where:{aaSI}
Serial Interface
x = 2 if External 10 MHz reference is selected
x = 1 if Internal 10 MHz reference is selected
Returns {aaSEx} where:{aaSE}
10 MHz reference
Range: 0 to 300 ( in 0.5 dB steps)
xxx = 3 characters
Returns {aaSGxxx} where:
{
aaSG
}
Gain
x = if band 3 is selected in = (950 to 2050 MHz)
out
=
(
29.0 to 30.0 MHz
)
x = 2 if band 2 is selected in = (950 to 2050 MHz)
out
=
(
28.0 to 29.0 MHz
)
x = 1 if band 1 is selected in = (950 to 2050 MHz)
out
=
(
27.5 to 28.5 MHz
)
Returns {aaSBx} where:
{
aaSB
}
Fre
q
uenc
y
Band
DescriptionSyntaxQueries
Table 2.1: Model 4115-300 M&C Queries
continued on page 8...
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Table 2.1 Model 4115-300 M&C Queries (Continued from page 7...)
returns
{
aaSVxxxxxxxx
yyyy}
where:
{aaSV}
Model and firmware revision
Ran
g
e: +2000 to +8000
xxxxx = 5 characters
yyyy = unit firmware rev.
xxxxxxxx = unit model number
Range (-99 to +99) degrees Celsius
xxx = 3 characters
Returns {aaSTxxx} where:{aaST}
Internal Temperature
y = 0 if unit is using internal 10 MHz ref,
y
= 1 if unit is usin
g
external reference
x = 0 if no summary alarm, x = 1 if summary alarm
Returns {aaSAxy} where:
{
aaSA
}
Unit Status
Returns {aaSOxxxxx} where:
{
aaSO
}
Int. 10 MHz reference offset
DescriptionSyntaxQueries
Table 2.1: Model 4115-300 M&C Queries - Continued...
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2.4 ETHERNET Interface Installation and Operation
The 4115-300 frequency upconverter is equipped with a 10/100 Base-T compatible Ethernet interface for
control and monitoring of its operating parameters. An HTML script interface allows the user to monitor and
control the converter using a standard web browser. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is also
supported. Contact Cross Technologies for the SNMP MIB file.
2.4.1 Methods of Connection
Directly Connected to a PC:
For control from a local PC, attach the 4115-300’s Ethernet port to the Ethernet network connector
on the PC using a crossover RJ-45 cable.
LAN Connection
For LAN connections, attach the 4115-300 Ethernet port to the LAN using a normal RJ-45 cable.
Use any PC on the LAN to connect to the 4115-300.
2.4.2 Ethernet Configuration
Each 4115-300 must be configured with an appropriate IP address, Netmask, and Gateway assigned by your
network manager. The 4115-300 is set at the factory with a static address of 192.168.123.2. The device server
in the 4115-300 has a built in HTTP based configuration manager that is used to configure network settings. To
access the configuration manager open a web browser and enter the IP address of the 4115-300 in the browser's
address field. The window shown in Figure 2-A will appear. As delivered, there is no password set. Choose
your user name and password here or leave those fields blank and click OK to proceed to the configuration
manager web page.
Figure 2-A: Password Screen
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Figure 2-B: Configuration Manager Screen
In the left frame of the configuration manager click on Network to display the Network Settings screen.
Enter the IP address, Subnet mask, and Gateway address with delimiter dots (example: 192.168.192.47).
Click on apply settings to apply the new settings in the device server.
2.4.3 Web page M & C
Enter the following address in a web browser to access the M & C web page:
http://<ip address of 41xx>/serial/0/setup .htm where <ip address> is the IP address
of the unit. Figure 2-C shows the web page from a model 4115-300 frequency converter.
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Figure 2-C: Model 4115-300 Web page
2.4.4 SNMP Configuration
Setting of SNMP parameters such as Community Write and Community Read strings requires a Telnet®
connection to port 9999. The following instructions explain how to establish such a Telnet®connection using
Windows XP's Hyper Terminal utility .
Start the Hyper Terminal application and select “New Connection” from the “File” drop down menu. The next
screen is a “Connect To” dialog box. Select TCP/IP (Winsock) from the “Connect” using drop down menu.
Enter the IP address of the 4115-300 in the “Host address:” field and 9999 in the “Port number” field.
Figure 2-E shows an example of the Hyper Terminal settings required to access the SNMP configuration menu.
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Figure 2-E: Telnet®Settings in Hyper Terminal
Once the Telnet®connection is established you will be prompted to “Press Enter for Setup Mode.” Press enter
and a menu of device server configuration options will appear (see Figure 2-F). Select menu item 3, “SNMP
configuration.” You will be prompted to enter SNMP community read and write strings. After setting your
desired community strings you will be prompted to “Enter IP addresses for SNMP traps” You must enter at
least one and up to four IP addresses of SNMP managers that will access the unit. This is required even though
SNMP traps are not implemented. The unit will not process SNMP SET and GET requests from an SNMP
manager unless the IP address associated with that manager is entered in the device server
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Figure 2-F: Device Server Configuration Menu
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Figure 2.5 Shows front panel input and output connections, top view and baseplate mounting dimensions.
6.62
4.2
7.88
Up ALARM LED
Red LED indicates
u
p
converter alarm.
L-BAND OUTPUT
Type N (female) 50Ω
BAND 1 - 27.5 to 28.5
BAND 2 - 28.0 to 29.0
BAND 3 - 29.0 to 30.0
BAND 4 - 30.0 to 31.0
POWER IN
AC input, 100-240 ±10% VAC
47-63 Hz. 25 watts max.
Weatherized CL1M1102
Connector.
POWER LED
Lights GREEN when DC
voltage is present from
AC power supply.
STATUS/CONTROL
CONNECTOR
Weatherized
MS3112E14-18S
18 pin connector.
(See Table 2.6)
REF INPUT
Type N (female) 50Ω
0.95 to 1.95 dBm
(See Table 2.1)
ETHERNET CONNECTOR
Weatherized Standard
RJ45 Ethernet Connector Fuse
1A/250V - 1.25” X .25”
slow blow
RF MONITOR
-15 to 0 dBm
RF Output.
10MHz INPUT
SMA (female) 50Ω
Insert External 10MHz)
Reference here (+2 dBn ±8 dBm).
10MHz OUTPUT
SMA (female) 50Ω
input level ±0.5 dB.
L-BAND IN
J9
ETHERNET
RF OUTPUT
J1 J2
POWER
ALARM
FUSE
J8
AC IN
J6 J7
F1
MODEL 4115 UPCONVERTER
CROSS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
J3
RF MON 10M OUT10M IN
STATUS/
CONTROL
J4
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2.6 Physical Interface
All 4115 and 4116 units provide a RS232/RS422/RS485 interface port and a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port.
Both ports are available when the unit is installed and powered up. Commands may be sent to either port at any
time and they will be processed in the order that they are received. The RS232/RS422/RS485 signals connect
via a 18-pin, MS3112E14-18S connector as shown in Figure 2.5. The Ethernet signals connect via a standard
RJ45 connector, part #RJF6G.
Table 2.6: Monitor and Control Connector
Monit
o
Monitor and Control Connector Pinout, MS3112E14-18S
Conn
e
Connector part number MS3112E14-18S
Matin
g
Mating Connector part number MS3116F14-18P
Pin Signal Description
A Chassis Ground
N Summary Alarm Normally Closed
P Summary Alarm Common
R Summary Alarm Normally Open
E RS422/RS485 Data Out-
F Signal Ground
C RS422/RS485 Data In-
D RS422/RS485 Data Out+, RS232 Data Out
B RS422/RS485 Data In+, RS232 Data In
NOTE: Planning Ethernet Access
It is recommended that IP knowledgeable customer personnel be consulted as a resource in the
installation and use of the Ethernet access features of the Cross Technologies product.
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2.7 Installation/Operation
Installing and Operating the 4115-300 Ka-Band Block Upconverter
1. Connect a -40 to -15 dBm signal to L-BAND INPUT, (Figure 2.5).
2. Connect the RF OUTPUT, to the external equipment.
3. Using the pre-assembled AC power input cable (furnished), connect 100-240 ±10% VAC,
47 - 63 Hz to AC IN connector on the front panel.
4. If a custom length power cable must be made, refer to description below for connections*.
5. Be sure DS1 (green, DC Power) is on and DS2 (red, Alarm) is off (Figure 2.5).
6. Set the gain so that the output level is always within the range -15 to 0 dB.
(see Table 2.0).
7. Select either INT (for internal 10 MHz ref), AUTO (for internal 10 MHz ref UNLESS a external
10 MHz, +2 to +8 dBm signal is connected to J2), or EXT (for external 10 MHz, +2 to +8 dBm ref
that is inserted at J2) on front panel switch S1 (see Table 2.0).
8. Check that a 10 MHz, signal is present at the 10 MHz REF OUTPUT at the same level as the input,
±0.5 dB. (J4 - Figure 2.5).
9. AC Fuse - The fuse is a 1A/250V 1.25” x .25” (slow blow) and is inserted in the fuse F1 position.
NOTE: If a fuse continues to open, the power supply is most likely defective.
2.8 Connection to AC Power
The 4115-300 is furnished with a pre-assembled AC power input cable as described below.
* 411
5
* 4115-31 AC Power Input Connections
Conn
e
Connector, Clipper Series, CL1M1102 and crimp pins
Matin
g
Mating Connector, Clipper Series, CL1F1101 and crimp pins
Pin Input Connector Pin Description
1 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47-63 Hz, 20 watts max.
2 Neutral
3 Ground
Unless otherwise specified, the mating conneector is provided preassembled
onto a standard NEMA 5-15P U.S. power cord.
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CROSS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
6170 Shiloh Road
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
[phone]
FAX [phone]
Toll Free 888-900-5588
WEB www.crosstechnologies.com
E-MAIL [email protected]
Printed in USA
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