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User Manual
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AZ110 Broadcast Satellite
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B9100 Sint Niklaas, Belgium
General: +32(0)3.780.6500
www.newtec.eu
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COMPLIANCY STATEMENTS
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We,
Newtec Cy N.V.
declare that our product AZ110
with type identifiers:
NTC2277
NTC2280
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements of
European Union Directive 1999/5/EC Radio and Telecommunication Terminal
Equipment Directive Essential Requirement 3.1(a), 3.1 (b), 3.2.
Done at St-Niklaas, on Monday, 4 July 2011
Serge Van Herck, CEO

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Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)
(Directive 2002/95/EC)
The undersigned hereby confirms the following statement:
We hereby declare that this equipment is compliant to the RoHS Directive
2002/95/EC.
Done at St-Niklaas, on 04 July, 2011
Serge Van Herck,
CEO

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Registration, Evalution and Authorization of Chemicals
(REACH)
European Regulation N°1907/2006 "REACH" (Registration, Evaluation, and
Authorization of Chemicals), came into force on June 1st, 2007. It aims at
regulating the use of the chemical substances within the European Union.
We are committed to meeting our legal obligations under REACH, as a
manufacturer of articles and as a downstream user of chemicals products.
In order to comply with the REACH regulation, Newtec Cy N.V. has put into place
processes and procedures to ensure implementation and compliance with the
regulation, especially the assessment of the presence of Substances of Very High
Concern (SVHC's) and communication along the supply chain to both suppliers
and customers.
All products manufactured by Newtec Cy N.V. fall under the category of Articles
within the REACH Regulation and none of them present the notion of intentional
release of SVHC's, therefore no obligation of registration applies.
Serge Van Herck,
CEO

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SAFETY REGULATIONS
Please read this chapter before you install and use this equipment.
To ensure your safety, the equipment has been designed to comply with the
following safety standard:
IEC 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
Before you start to install and operate the device, please make sure you observe
the following points:
•The equipment described in this manual is designed to be used by properly
trained personnel only. Only qualified personnel who are aware of hazards
involved involved shall carry out adjustment, maintenance and repair of the
exposed equipment.
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel. To prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.
•To use the equipment correctly and safely, it is essential that both operating and
servicing personnel follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to
the safety precautions specified in this manual. Warning and caution
statements and/or symbols are marked on the equipment when necessary.
•Whenever it is likely that safety protection is impaired, immediately switch off
the equipment and secure it against unintended operation. Inform the
appropriate servicing authority about the problem. For example, safety is likely
to be impaired if the equipment fails to perform the intended measurements or
shows visible damage.
Caution 1:
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE, REPLACE
LINE FUSES ONLY WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING ( 5 X
20mm T3.15 A/250v TYPE T OR SLOW-BLOW);
Caution 2:
THERE IS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS
REPLACED WITH AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED
BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Additional safety requirements for Finland, Norway and
Sweden
Telecommunication connections and cable distribution system.
Special conditions apply to the use of this equipment in Finland,
Sweden and Norway due to different earthing arrangements in
these countries. Therefore it is essential that the installation is
done by authorized personnel and according to the national
requirements only.
This equipment is specified for use in a restricted access location
only, where equipotential bonding has been applied and which
has provision for a permanently connected protective earthing
conductor.
A protective earthing conductor must be installed by a Service
Person.
Additional safety requirements for Norway and Sweden
Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the building
installation through the mains connection or through other
equipment with a connection to protective earthing - and to a cable
distribution system using coaxial cable, may in some
circumstances create a fire hazard. Connection to a cable
distribution system has therefore to be provided through a device
providing electrical isolation below a certain frequency range
(galvanic isolator, see EN 60728-11)." NOTE: In Norway, due to
regulation for installations of cable distribution systems, and in
Sweden, a galvanic isolator shall provide electrical insulation below
5 MHz. The insulation shall withstand a dielectric strength of 1,5 kV
r.m.s., 50 Hz or 60 Hz, for 1 min.
Translation to Norwegian:
Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via
annet jordtilkoplet utstyr - og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan
forårsake brannfare. For å unngå dette skal det ved tilkopling av
utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en galvanisk isolator mellom
utstyret og kabel-TV nettet.
Translation to Swedish:
"Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag
och/eller via annan utrustning och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV
nät kan i vissa fall medfõra risk fõr brand. Fõr att undvika detta
skall vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät galvanisk
isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet."

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Laser Safety Statement
This statement is valid when option AG02 (ASI + Optical ASI) is
orderd. Refer to the section Options on page ‘xiii’.
The product is a class 1 laser product in accordance with:
•IEC 60825-1, amendment 2, 2001
“Radiation safety of laser products”
This product is a Class 1 laser product in accordance with:
•FDA 21CFR Ch.1 §1040: 1998
(US department of Health and Human Service, Code of Federal Regulations).
Instruction for safe use
To avoid possible exposure to hazardous laser radiation, connect cable to laser
output or put protective plastics on laser output, prior to powering up the product.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
Label:
EMC Information
Relevant EMC information (to FCC rules)

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This equipment has been tested and was found to comply with the limits for a class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
radiates radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Do not operate this equipment in a residential area, as it is likely to cause harmful
interference. When this is the case, you will be required to correct the interference
at your own expense.

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Environmental
Operating the equipment in an environment other than that stated in the
specifications also invalidates the safety compliance.
Do not use the equipment in an environment in which the unit is exposed to:
•Unpressurised altitudes higher than 2,000 metres;
•Extreme temperatures outside the stated operating range;
•Operating temperature range 0 to + 40 °C;
•Excessive dust;
•Moist or humid atmosphere above 95% RH;
•Excessive vibration;
•Flammable gases;
•Corrosive or explosive atmospheres;
•Direct sunlight.
(*): DC power supply - Operating temperature range 0 to + 30 °C.
Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing of the equipment. Do not use any
cleaning liquids containing alcohol, methylated spirit or ammonia etc.

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MAINTENANCE
Standard Warranty
Newtec guarantees the durability and satisfactory electrical and mechanical
performance of the equipment to a maximum period of one (1) year from the date
of delivery, unless otherwise agreed to, in writing. The warranty applies only to
manufacturing defects and provided that handling, installation, maintenance and
adjustment of the equipment are carried out in line with the instructions provided by
Newtec and in line with good practice. The warranty does not apply to items,
normally consumed in operation, or which have a normal lifetime inherently shorter
than the warranty stated above, such as, without limitation, fuses or lamps. Any
defect due to normal wear and tear, or caused by transportation or Force Majeure
events, or attributable to the Customer’s improper use, neglect, storage, operation
handling or maintenance of the goods or any part thereof, are excluded from the
warranty. During the warranty period, Newtec shall, at its sole discretion, replace or
repair the defective subparts or units at the source factory. All transportation costs
shall be borne and prepaid by the Customer.
Care Pack
Guidelines
Order a Care Pack
Care Pack is to be purchased along with Newtec professional equipments. The
Care Pack coverage starts from the date of shipment. Please contact
[e-mail] for more details.
Register a Care Pack
After purchase the customer needs to register his Care Pack. On the Newtec
equipment, the customer will find a registration label inviting him to self-register on
portal www.newtec.eu/support

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This document provides a quick overview on how to easily set up the AZ110 with
ASI interface for the most common use cases.
This document is intended to help first time users:
•Find your way around the GUI;
•To understand the different possibilities of the AZ110 modulator;
•To configure the AZ110 for your specific configurations.
Cautions and Symbols
The following symbols appear in this manual:
A caution message indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also refer
to a procedure or practice that, if not correctly followed, could
result in equipment damage or destruction.
A hint message indicates information for the proper operation of
your equipment, including helpful hints, shortcuts or important
reminders.
A reference message is used to direct to;
•An internal reference within the document;
•A related document or a web-link.
Version History and Applicability
Document
version Date Subject Comments
Version 2.0 December 2
th
2009 AZ110 ASI Release 7
Version 3.0 December 2010 AZ110 ASI AES, DC-BUC power, GUI
update, REACH
Version 3.1 February 2011 AZ110 ASI Update, Alarm interfaces, back
panel information, rack
mounting information

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Version 3.2 June 2011 AZ110 ASI Add warnings to DC output
power 48V and UL feedback
information.
Added safety regulations for
Norway and Sweden.
Related documentation
•The Reference Manual describes all parameters that can be set or monitored
on the AZ110. There are separate reference manuals for the AZ110 with ASI
interface and for the AZ110 with ASI and Gigabit Ethernet interface (DualFlow
Interface);
•Equalink User Manual: this manual describes the linear and non-linear
predistortion.
•Device leaflet (we refer to http://www.newtec.eu)
The RMCP and SNMP manual explain how Newtec devices can
be remotely monitored and controlled via the serial port or via
Ethernet.
These manuals are delivered on CD-ROM together with the
device.
Applicability
Product Range
Azimuth
Software ID
M&C ntc6241
Software Versions
Release 8

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Options
AZ 110 Broadcast Satellite Modulator
Ordering
n°
Default
Configuration
DVB Modulator, SNMP
Modulation & Baud rate: DVB-S 5Mbaud
Input interface: ASI interface + Rate adaptor
Output interface: L-band ( 950-1750 MHz)
AZ110
Configuration
Options
Category
Max. 1 option per
category
Input Interface
ASI
Default
ASI + Optical ASI
AG-02
Output Interface
L-band (950-1750 MHz)
Default
IF (50-180 MHz)
AA-02
L-band + 10MHz for BUC
AA-03
L-band + 10MHz + 24Vdc for BUC
AA-12
L-band + 10MHz + 48Vdc for BUC
AA-13
Extended L-band ( 950-2150 MHz)
AA-18
IF+ L-band
AA-06
L + C-band (5,85-7,05 GHz)
AA-14
L+ Ku-band (12,75-13,25 GHz )
AA-08
L+ Ku-band (13,75-14,50 GHz)
AA-09
L + DBS-band (17,30-18,10 GHz)
AA-10
L + DBS-band (17,60-18,40 GHz)
AA-11
Additional
Options
Max. 1 option per
category
10MHz reference
In/Out
High stability
GR-01
Very high stability
GR-02
Predistortion
Equalink *
AC-01
Encryption
BISS (**)
AD-01
BISSM (**)
AD-02
Security
AES 64 bit encryption *
AS-01
Input frame
Baseband frame (only with Ethernet interface)
AV-01

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Modulation &
Baud rate
DVB-S Q/8PSK, 16QAM 5Mbaud
Default
DVB-S Q/8PSK, 16QAM 15Mbaud*
AB-02
DVB-S Q/8PSK, 16QAM 30Mbaud*
AB-03
DVB-S Q/8PSK, 16QAM 45Mbaud*
AB-04
DVB-S/S2 QPSK 5Mbaud*
AB-25
DVB-S/S2 QPSK 15Mbaud*
AB-26
DVB-S/S2 QPSK 30Mbaud*
AB-27
DVB-S/S2 QPSK 45Mbaud* AB-28
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK 5Mbaud*
AB-05
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK 15Mbaud*
AB-06
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK 30Mbaud*
AB-07
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK 45Mbaud*
AB-08
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16APSK 5Mbaud*
AB-09
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16APSK 15Mbaud*
AB-10
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16APSK 30Mbaud*
AB-11
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16APSK 45Mbaud*
AB-12
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16/32APSK 5Mbaud*
AB-13
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16/32APSK 15Mbaud*
AB-14
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16/32APSK 30Mbaud*
AB-15
DVB-S/S2 Q/8PSK, 16QAM, 16/32APSK 45Mbaud*
AB-16
Additional
Options
Category
Max. 1 option per
category
10MHz reference
In/Out
High stability
GR-01
Very high stability
GR-02
Predistortion
Equalink *
AC-01
Encryption
BISS (**)
AD-01
BISSM (**)
AD-02
Security
AES 64 bit encryption *
AG-01
Input frame
Baseband frame (only with Ethernet interface)
AV-01
Services
Category
Max. 1 option per
category
Assistance
Care Pack Basic
GA-06
Care Pack Extended
GA-07
(*) upgrade via license key (**) Not available with
DualFlow options
Option AA-06 IF+Lband: Switching the IF frequency from 70 to 140MHz or
140MHz to 70MHz has no impact on the L-band frequency.

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Feedback
Newtec encourages your comments concerning this document. We are committed
to providing documentation that meets your needs.
Please send any comments by contacting us at [e-mail]
Please include document and any comment, error found or suggestion for
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Compliancy Statements..........................................................................................ii
Safety Regulations ..................................................................................................v
Maintenance.............................................................................................................x
About this manual ..................................................................................................xi
Table of contents..................................................................................................xvi
1Introduction......................................................................................................19
1.1 Description......................................................................................................19
1.2 Key Features ..................................................................................................20
2Installation........................................................................................................21
2.1 Rack Mounting................................................................................................21
2.2 AC Power Supply............................................................................................22
2.3 Cable Distribution System ..............................................................................22
2.4 Technical Earthing..........................................................................................22
3Physical Description .......................................................................................23
3.1 Front Panel Description..................................................................................23
3.2 Back Panel Description...................................................................................24
3.2.1 Power Supply Unit, M&C and External 10.0 MHz Input..............................24
3.2.2 Sub Back Panel Descriptions ......................................................................28
3.2.3 Back Panel interfaces..................................................................................33
4Block Diagram..................................................................................................35
4.1 Introduction.....................................................................................................35
4.1.1 Monitor and Control.....................................................................................36
4.1.2 Modulator.....................................................................................................36
5How to Manage ................................................................................................37
5.1 Menu Tree ......................................................................................................37
5.2 Front Panel Handling......................................................................................39
5.2.1 Display.........................................................................................................39
5.2.2 Keypad.........................................................................................................39
5.2.3 LEDs............................................................................................................41
5.3 Management Using the Serial Interface.........................................................42
5.3.1 Cabling.........................................................................................................42
5.3.2 Serial Port Settings......................................................................................42
5.3.3 Serial Interface and PortSettings.................................................................43

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5.4 Management Using the Ethernet Interface.....................................................44
5.4.1 Cabling.........................................................................................................44
5.4.2 Settings........................................................................................................44
5.5 Protocols used to Monitor and Control the Device.........................................45
5.5.1 Remote Monitor and Control Protocol (RMCP)...........................................45
5.5.2 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) .........................................46
6Graphical User Interface (GUI) .......................................................................47
6.1 Introduction.....................................................................................................47
6.2 Opening the GUI.............................................................................................47
6.3 Main Windows of the GUI...............................................................................49
6.3.1 Banner .........................................................................................................50
6.3.2 Central Stage Window.................................................................................50
6.3.3 Alarm Window..............................................................................................55
6.3.4 Function Control Window ............................................................................56
6.3.5 Status Bar....................................................................................................60
6.4 Configuring the Device via the GUI ................................................................61
6.4.1 Introduction..................................................................................................61
6.4.2 Parameters in the GUI.................................................................................62
6.4.3 Setup Wizard...............................................................................................64
6.4.4 Reset Device ...............................................................................................66
6.4.5 Firmware Upgrade Procedure.....................................................................66
6.4.6 Access Rights of GUI Users.......................................................................67
6.4.7 Copy a Configuration on a Different Device................................................70
6.4.8 Create a Diagnostics Report .......................................................................71
7Technology.......................................................................................................73
7.1 Modulation Standards.....................................................................................73
7.1.1 DVB-S..........................................................................................................73
7.1.2 DVB-DSNG..................................................................................................74
7.1.3 DVB-S2........................................................................................................74
7.2 Pilots in DVB-S2 .............................................................................................77
7.2.1 What are Pilots ............................................................................................77
7.2.2 Why are pilots used in DVB-S2...................................................................78
7.2.3 When are Pilots Used in DVB-S2................................................................78
7.3 Processing Mode............................................................................................78
7.3.1 Processing Mode - ASI(TS) Air(TS) ...................................................79
8Features............................................................................................................80
8.1 Rate Adaptation..............................................................................................80

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8.2 BISS................................................................................................................81
8.2.1 Overview......................................................................................................81
8.2.2 Security Approach .......................................................................................82
8.2.3 Modes of Operation.....................................................................................82
8.3 AES Content Protection..................................................................................84
8.3.1 Content Protection.......................................................................................85
8.3.2 Key Management.........................................................................................85
8.3.3 Operation of AES.........................................................................................90
8.3.4 Generating Encrypted Content Keys...........................................................93
8.4 ASI Test Generator.........................................................................................96
8.5 Equalink..........................................................................................................97
Appendix A – Setup Wizard..................................................................................98
Appendix B – User Defined Menu......................................................................101
Appendix C – Technical Specifications.............................................................102
Appendix D – Details GR-01 and GR-02............................................................106
Appendix E – List of Weak 64-Bit Group Keys.................................................107
Appendix F – Abbreviations...............................................................................108

Introduction
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
The AZ110 is a state-of-the-art satellite modulator designed for broadcast
contribution, DSNG and distribution applications over satellite in full compliance
with the DVB standards. Depending on the applications and the activated features,
the AZ110 can be used in conjunction with set-top boxes, professional integrated
receivers/decoders or satellite demodulators such as the AZ910.
In its default configuration, the AZ110 is capable of transmitting one MPEG
transport stream in DVB-S, DVB-DSNG or DVB-S2 mode. The AZ110 allows
automatic or manual selection between two ASI inputs and has dual ASI
monitoring outputs. Optionally, an optical ASI interface can be added.
To simplify the migration towards IP, the AZ110 is also available
with DualFlow.
Refer to the User Manual for AZ110 Broadcast Satellite
Modulator with Dualflow Option for more information.
To protect the satellite transmission, the BISS/BISSM or AES option can be
activated. BISS scrambles a single program transport stream, BISSM a multiple
program transport stream available on the ASI interface. AES allows to encrypt
with a high security level the content of all DVB-S2 streams. When activated, the
per stream mode allows to encrypt up to four S2 streams with individual keys.
At the output of the modulator, the signal is available on an L-band interface.
Extended L-band, IF- and RF-band as well as BUC power supply and reference
frequency are available as configuration options, providing a compact and cost
effective solution.
This modulator provides exceptional performance and bandwidth efficiency. When
activated, the unique linear and non- linear predistortion option Equalink™
provides an additional link margin improvement of up to 2,5dB, truly unleashing the
full efficiency of higher modulation schemes such as 16 and 32 APSK.