Kathrein MSK 140/OHD User manual

Instructions for use MSK140/OHD
Englisch
IMPORTANT
Read carefully
before use!

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Contents
1 Preface................................................................................. 5
2 Validity of Manual ................................................................. 5
3 Intended Use ........................................................................ 5
4 Explanation of Symbols and Signal Words............................. 7
4.1 Symbols.............................................................................................................. 7
4.2 Signal Words ...................................................................................................... 7
4.3 Other Symbols ................................................................................................... 7
4.4 Presentation of Operating Instructions........................................................... 8
5 Safety Instructions ............................................................... 8
6 Important Information on the Rechargeable Batteries .......... 9
6.1 General information .......................................................................................... 9
6.2 Charging the Battery......................................................................................... 9
6.3 Replacing the Battery ....................................................................................... 9
7 Transport and Storage ........................................................ 10
8 Unpacking the Device......................................................... 10
9 Scope of delivery ................................................................ 10
10 Abbreviations and Technical Terms .................................... 11
11 Device Description ............................................................. 13
11.1 Front view......................................................................................................... 13
11.2 Top View ........................................................................................................... 15
11.3 Right and Left View ......................................................................................... 15
12 Operating the Signal Meter................................................. 16
12.1 Turning the Signal Meter On and Off ............................................................. 16
12.2 Locking the Keyboard and Touch-Screen..................................................... 16
12.3 Performing a Reset ......................................................................................... 16
12.4 Updating Firmware and Channel Plans......................................................... 17
12.5 Resetting the Device to Factory Settings ..................................................... 17
12.6 Reading the LED Display ................................................................................ 18
12.7 Touch Screen Display Areas........................................................................... 19
12.8 Changing a Setting Value Using the Rotary Wheel ...................................... 19
12.9 Changing a Setting Value Using the Navigation Wheel and the Drop-down
Menu................................................................................................................. 20
12.10 Changing a Setting Value Using the Numeric Field ..................................... 20

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13 Changing Basic Parameters................................................ 22
13.1 Changing the Volume ...................................................................................... 22
13.2 Changing the Brightness ................................................................................ 22
13.3 Displaying an Analogue Video Signal ............................................................ 23
13.4 Changing the RF IN Setting ............................................................................ 23
13.5 Activating and Deactivating Power Saving Mode ........................................ 24
14 Configuration Menu ............................................................ 24
14.1 Editing the Meter Configuration..................................................................... 24
14.2 Editing a TV Configuration ..................................................................................27
14.3 Editing a SAT Configuration................................................................................30
14.4 Editing a CATV Configuration .............................................................................32
14.5 Displaying Meter Info...........................................................................................33
14.6 Diagnostic ........................................................................................................ 33
15 Main Menu ............................................................................ 34
16 Measuring SAT, TV, CATV and Optical Signals ..................... 35
16.1 General information ........................................................................................ 35
16.1.1 Selecting the Signal Type .................................................................................. 35
16.1.2 Activating and Deactivating Full Screen Mode ................................................. 35
16.1.3 Selecting the Sound System ............................................................................. 35
16.2 Performing SAT Measurements ..................................................................... 36
16.3 Performing Digital TV Measurements ........................................................... 40
16.4 Performing Analogue TV Measurements ...................................................... 44
16.5 DAB Measurement .......................................................................................... 46
16.6 Performing Cable Measurements.................................................................. 46
16.7 Performing Optical Measurements................................................................ 47
16.7.1 Safety Instructions............................................................................................. 47
16.7.2 Performing Optical Measurements.................................................................... 48
16.7.3 OMI Measurement............................................................................................. 49
16.8 Performing a Spectrum Analysis ................................................................... 50
17 SERVICE LIST ..................................................................... 53
17.1 Decoding the Signal Content ......................................................................... 53
17.2 Performing an LTE Interference Autotest ..................................................... 55
17.3 Auto-Memory Function (Only TV and CATV)................................................. 55
17.4 Data-Logger Functions................................................................................... 57
17.4.1 Saving the Data-Logger .................................................................................... 57

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17.4.2 Opening the Data-logger................................................................................... 60
17.4.3 Manual Memory Plan ........................................................................................ 60
17.4.4 File manager...................................................................................................... 62
18 Special Functions ............................................................... 63
18.1 SAT Special Functions .................................................................................... 63
18.1.1 SAT SCR............................................................................................................ 63
18.1.2 DiSEqC motor ................................................................................................... 64
18.1.3 SAT Finder ......................................................................................................... 64
18.1.4 Tone and signal-to-noise ratio........................................................................... 65
18.1.5 AZIMUTH & ELEVATION.................................................................................... 65
18.1.6 ESU PROGRAMMER ........................................................................................ 66
18.2 TV and CATV special functions ...................................................................... 67
18.2.1 Interference Radiation (CATV) ........................................................................... 67
18.2.2 Ingress measurement (CATV) ............................................................................ 68
19 Remote Control of Signal Meter.......................................... 69
19.1 Establishing a Remote Connection to the Signal Meter.............................. 69
19.2 Switching Off Remote Control ....................................................................... 69
19.3 Change settings............................................................................................... 69
19.4 Defining Settings ............................................................................................. 70
19.5 Performing the measurement ........................................................................ 70
19.6 Performing a Spectrum Analysis ................................................................... 71
19.7 Performing a TS Analysis................................................................................ 71
20 Technical Data.................................................................... 72
21 Services.............................................................................. 74
22 Cleaning ............................................................................. 75
23 Disposal ............................................................................. 75

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1 Preface
Dear customer,
Please follow all the information given in this manual. KATHREIN Digital Systems GmbH
has made every effort to ensure the information and descriptions are correct and com-
plete.
We reserve the right to make changes to this manual without prior notice. In particular, this
applies to changes made due to technical advancements.
We are always grateful to receive your comments and suggestions for improvement.
Prior written consent from KATHREIN Digital Systems GmbH is required for publishing,
copying, reprinting or electronically reproducing this manual or parts thereof. All product
names and trademarks in this manual are the property of the respective companies.
►At www.kathrein-ds.com you can always nd the current version of the software for
download.
2 Validity of Manual
This manual applies to the signal meter:
MSK140/OHD Order no. 2170000002
The information found in this manual is important for operating the MSK140 and must be
observed under all circumstances.
3 Intended Use
The MSK140 is a portable multi-standard selective signal meter designed for DVB-S/S2/
S2x, DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, analogue TV, FM radio and optical measurement input including
the return path.
Analogue and digital video signals in MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 format are displayed on a
high-resolution 9" TFT colour touch screen in the highest quality. Measurement results can
be saved on a USB stick.
The signal meter can be used both for checking antenna and cable systems as well as for
professional headends. The device is suitable for use in the lab and for monitoring head-
ends with remote control, as well as for acceptance measurements on antenna and distri-
bution systems.

Intended Use
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Features:
●Level measurement of analogue and digital TV signals (DVB-S/S2/S2x, DVB-C, DVB-T/
T2, DAB/DAB+, TV, FM) including return path
●Video display of analogue and digital TV signals
●BER/MER measurement and display
●Constellation diagram display
●9" touch TFT colour display (800 x 480 pixels), splash-proof
●Spectrum display
●Sat-nder function
●Acoustic signal tone for antenna alignment
●Level display optional in dBμV, dBmV or dBm
●Automatic measuring range selection
●Direct frequency and channel input
●Measurement and display of the remote feed current
●Audio carrier measurement (TV)
●Audio check via built-in loudspeaker
●Return path measurement
●DiSEqCTM1.2 control signal
●SCR/SCD2 single-cable system control commands
●Memory for signal meter settings
●Memory for measured values (via USB possible)
●Data logger function
●Interface for software updates
●TV output: HDMI and analogue audio-video in
●Mains or battery operation

Intended Use
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4 Explanation of Symbols and Signal Words
4.1 Symbols
General warning symbol
Risk of material damage or malfunctions
4.2 Signal Words
Notice This signal word indicates a hazard which can lead to damage to property
or malfunction.
Tip This signal word indicates useful tips and recommendations.
4.3 Other Symbols
Symbol Definition
►Operating instruction
1, 2, 3...n Operating instructions in a xed order
➯Result of an operating instruction
✔Condition for the execution of an operating instruction
●List/list entry
Instrument Push-buttons in the S.M.A.R.T. interface
Logger Buttons or menu items on the signal meter

Safety Instructions
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4.4 Presentation of Operating Instructions
The operating instructions in this document are shown either in the short form or the long
form.
Short form
Step 1▶step 2 ▶step 3 ▶...
Example: VOL CONFIG▶CONFIGURATION MENU▶METER
Long form
Step1 Example: 1. Press VOL CONFIG.
Step2 2. Tap CONFIGURATION MENU.
Step3 3. Tap METER.
5 Safety Instructions
CAUTION
Asphyxiation danger due to small parts and packaging material that can
be swallowed!
►Keep and operate the unit out of reach of children.
WARNING
Risk of fatal electric shock!
►Ensure that the device is only operated by trained specialist personnel.
►Observe the safety instructions included with the device and impor-
tant information on operation, installation location and connection of the
device.
►Read these instructions carefully before setting up the device.
CAUTION
Risk of fire due to damaged connection cable!
►Keep connection cables and power supply units away from pets and
rodents.
NOTICE
Risk of material damage due to overheating!
►Do not cover the fan openings on the unit.
►Ensure a minimum spacing of 5cm on each side.
►Only use the device with the supplied power supply unit.
Tip Keep this manual and safety instructions in a safe place for future reference
and include them with the unit when passing it on to the next user.

Safety Instructions
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6 Important Information on the
Rechargeable Batteries
6.1 General information
The supplied rechargeable battery is a lithium polymer battery of the highest quality. The
battery life is 3 hours and depends on the following conditions:
●LNB power consumption: Single, dual or quad LNB.
●Outside temperature: At temperatures below 10 °C, the battery power is reduced by
20%.
●Age of the battery: The battery capacity is reduced by 10% per year.
Tip If the signal meter has been exposed to particularly low or high temperatures,
allow it to rest at room temperature before use.
6.2 Charging the Battery
►Always turn off the MSK140 before connecting the battery charger.
►Do not leave the batteries uncharged for a long period of time.
►Always charge the batteries for at least seven hours, even if they are not fully
discharged.
The battery indicator has a tolerance of ±20% and depends on the battery charge status
and ageing process as well as the outside temperature. The following icons at the bottom
left of the touch-screen provide information about the battery level:
6.3 Replacing the Battery
NOTICE
Risk of material damage due to overheating!
►Do not damage or open the battery or subject it to any improper use.
►Use only rechargeable batteries which have been tested and approved
for the unit.
►Make sure that the rechargeable batteries are replaced only by the Kath-
rein staff.

Transport and Storage
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7 Transport and Storage
►Transport and store the device in its original case.
►Protect the device against dust, dirt, moisture and direct sunlight.
►Transport and store the device only in the permitted temperature range between -25
and 70°C. Make sure there is no condensation build-up.
8 Unpacking the Device
►Before unpacking the unit, inspect the outer packaging for transport damage.
►If the carton is damaged, check the unit in these areas.
9 Scope of delivery
●MSK140 signal meter
●AC power unit
●Original case
●Accessory bag
●Carrying strap
●HF connection set
●HF measuring cable
●SC/Clik adapter cable
●Instructions for use
●USB stick
●USB cable
●Safety Instructions
●Declaration of conformity

Transport and Storage
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10 Abbreviations and Technical Terms
APID (Audio Packet Identifier) Audio reception parameters in the MPEG data
stream
aBER (Bit Error Rate after Viterbi) Ratio of transmitted bits to erroneous bits after
Reed Solomon (Viterbi)
BCH (Bose Chaudhuri Hocquenghem) External error protection decoder
BER (Bit Error Rate) The bit error rate is a measure of the quality of DVB sig-
nals. It indicates the number of erroneous bits in relation to all transmitted
bits.
bBER/CBER (Bit Error Rate before Viterbi) Ratio of transmitted bits to erroneous bits
before Reed Solomon (Viterbi)
CBR (Constant Bit Rate) Used in measurements on MPTS signals, see VBR
C/N (Carrier to Noise) Difference between carrier signal and noise level in dB;
see also S/N
EVM (Error Vector Magnitude) Measure for the deviation of the transmitted
symbols for the ideal constellation, measured in dB.
FEC (Forward Error Correction) At the code rate ¾, for example, ¾ of the infor-
mation is payload, ¼ of the data is from the Viterbi correction.
Guard interval Interval by extending the symbol through a gap. As a result, good recep-
tion is possible even with strong reections.
LCN (Logical Channel Numbering) Logical channel sorting by the provider
LDPC (Low Density Parity Check) New method of error protection in DBV-S2
(Gallager codes). Internal error protection; code rates from ½ to 9/10
MER The MER (Modulation Error Rate) is the ratio of the average signal power
to the average error power in dB. It is a type of C/N measurement that
gives information about whether a receiver is still able to demodulate the
received signal.
MPTS Multiple Program Transport Stream
NID (Network Identification) Network ID or program ID number between 0 and
8191
NIT (Network Information Table) Contains, for example, information about all
available transponders, PIDs, downlink frequency, polarisation, next tran-
sponder for search; it is transmitted in the transport stream of the multi-
plex

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NsMargin (Noise Margin) Reserve of the signal to the noise level (up to the "fall of
the cliff effect" with digital signals)
OMI Optical modulation index
PER The Packet Error Ratio indicates the number of incompletely received data
packets as a proportion of all transmitted packets (after Viterbi).
QEF (Quasi Error Free) Bit error rate equal to 2.00e-4
Noise level Sum of noise factor and thermal background noise. Noise is caused by
physically induced molecular motion in electrical conductors.
RMS (Root Mean Square) Method for quadratic averaging
S/N (Signal to Noise) Difference between desired signal and noise level in dB;
S/N ≈ C/N + 1.5; see also C/N
SPTS Single Program Transport Stream
TSID (Transport Stream ID) Transponder/multiplex ID
VBR (Variable Bit Rate) Used in measurements on SPTS signals, seeCBR
VPID (Video Packet Identifier) Video reception parameters in the MPEG data
stream

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11 Device Description
11.1 Front view
No. Name Function
①Touch-screen for display and operation
②Rotary wheel for navigation between menu items and to conrm the selec-
tion
③SAT opens the measurement range of SAT signals
④SPECT SCREEN-
SHOT
activates the spectrum analyser mode.
screenshot function (saves to USB storage medium)
⑤PLAN activates SAT, TV and CATV channel lists
⑥SCAN shows a bar graph of the available channels in TV and CATV-
mode
⑦VOL CONFIG congures the volume and other settings
⑧TV opens the measurement range of TV signals
⑨CATV opens the measurement range of CATV signals
⑩ON/OFF HOME for switching on and off and navigating to the main menu

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No. Name Function
⑪MAINS/CHARGE/
DC RF in
LEDs go on when:
Signal meter is turned on or connected to the mains.
The device is charging.
A DC voltage component is present in the satellite signal.
The signal meter is operated using the push-buttons (3-10), the rotary wheel (2) and the
touch-screen (1).

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11.2 Top View
No. Name Function
①Optical Connection for the optical 75 Ω F input connector;
there is a special optical measuring interface in the
main menu of the MSK140
②HF SAT/TV input connection for the SAT input plug 230-2600MHz
connection for the TV/CATV input plug 5-1250MHz
③DC-RF In for switching the remote power feed on and off
④Video In (analogue) for feeding composite video stereo signals
11.3 Right and Left View
No. Name Function
①LAN The MSK140 comes with a standard 10/100 Base
T Ethernet port that supports both DHCP and
static IP congurations. The IP interface can be
used to stream an elementary stream selected
from the services decoded in the current signal.

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②HDMI output connection for an external monitor or TV
The signal meter automatically detects an exter-
nal screen and switches from the internal touch-
screen to the external screen.
③USB B port connection for PCs for software update and
upload/download of data via the S.M.A.R.T. soft-
ware
④USB A port connection for external USB drives that are suit-
able for data storage in connection with data log-
gers, test drives
⑤Power supply connection for external power supply (12-V DC)
⑥Speakers for sound playback
⑦Fan
12 Operating the Signal Meter
12.1 Turning the Signal Meter On and Off
To power on the signal meter
►Press ON/OFF HOME.
➯The signal meter is turned on and is ready for use within a few seconds.
To power off the signal meter
►Press ON/OFF HOME for two seconds and then release the button.
➯The signal meter is turned off within a few seconds.
12.2 Locking the Keyboard and Touch-Screen
Locking the Keyboard and Touch-Screen
►Press VOL CONFIG for ve seconds.
➯The keyboard and touch-screen are locked.
To unlock the keyboard and touch-screen
►Press ON/OFF HOME.
➯The keyboard and touch-screen are activated.
12.3 Performing a Reset
✔The signal meter stops responding.
►Press ON/OFF HOME.
➯A reset is performed. The signal meter restarts automatically.

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12.4 Updating Firmware and Channel Plans
All information on updating rmware and channel plans using the S.M.A.R.T software can
be found in the S.M.A.R.T. software manual at www.kathrein-ds.com
12.5 Resetting the Device to Factory Settings
The signal meter is supplied with a default conguration (factory conguration) for the
parameters for the system and plan/measurement. To reset the signal meter to the factory
settings:
1. Power off the signal meter.
2. Power on the signal meter and immediately after hold VOL CONFIG for 10 seconds.
➯When the device is powering on, a red square appears in the lower right corner.
The signal meter is reset to the factory settings.

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12.6 Reading the LED Display
Signal
meter
Power
supply unit
connected
LED
Definition
MAINS CHARGE
off no off off The battery is charging.
on no off off The device is in battery opera-
tion.
off no off ashing
2 sec. off
0.5 sec. on
The signal meter cannot be
powered on.
►Charge the battery.
off yes on ashing
0.5 sec. off
0.5 sec. on
Deviating battery temperature;
the charging process has been
interrupted and will be reset
automatically.
off yes on on fast battery charging
off yes on off battery charging completed
off power supply
unit is not
from Kathrein
ashing
0.5 sec. off
0.5 sec. on
off The signal meter cannot be
powered on.
►Check power supply unit.
ON/OFF
HOME on
yes or no on off The signal meter is turned on.
on yes or no ash simultaneously
0.5 sec. off, 0.5 sec. on
The signal meter has detected
an error and is automatically
powered off.
on yes ash alternating
1 sec. off, 1 sec. on
The battery test is carried out.
The signal meter charges and
discharges the battery auto-
matically.

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12.7 Touch Screen Display Areas
①Setting parameters and
values
②Picture display
③Context-sensitive menu
④Transport stream information
⑤Measurements
Tip The following functions can be accessed via the main menu on the touch-
screen as well as via the push-buttons:
●SAT
●TV
●CATV
●SPECT
●PLAN
●SCAN
●VOL CONFIG
12.8 Changing a Setting Value Using the Rotary Wheel
1. Press the rotary wheel to activate the row with the setting param-
eters.
➯A setting parameter is active (highlighted blue).
2. Turn the rotary wheel to select the desired setting parameter.
3. Press the rotary wheel to change the setting value.
➯The setting parameter is active (highlighted blue).
4. Turn the rotary wheel to change the setting value.
➯The setting value changes.
5. Press the rotary wheel to conrm the selection.
➯The new setting value is saved.

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12.9 Changing a Setting Value Using the Navi-
gation Wheel and the Drop-down Menu
1. Press the rotary wheel to activate the row with the set-
ting parameters.
➯A setting parameter is active (highlighted blue).
2. Turn the rotary wheel to select the desired setting
parameter.
➯The setting parameter is active (highlighted blue).
3. Press the rotary wheel to conrm the selection.
➯The new setting value is saved.
12.10 Changing a Setting Value Using the Numeric Field
1. Press the rotary wheel to activate the row with the set-
ting parameters.
➯A setting parameter is active (highlighted blue).
2. Turn the rotary wheel to select the desired setting
parameter.
➯The setting parameter is active (highlighted blue).
3. Press and hold the rotary wheel again to open the
numeric eld.
➯The menu on the left appears.