Radyne ComStream SFC6400A User manual

SFC6400A/SFC1450A
Synthesized Frequency Upconverter
Installation and Operation Manual
TM106
Revision 1.1
Radyne ComStream Corp. •3138 E. Elwood St. •Phoenix, AZ 85034 •[phone] •Fax: [phone] •www.radn.com

SFC6400A/SFC1450A Synthesized Frequency Upconverter Warranty Policy
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Warranty Policy
Radyne ComStream Corporation (Seller) warrants the items manufactured and sold by Radyne
ComStream Corporation to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years
from date of shipment Radyne ComStream Corporation’s obligation under its warranty is limited in
accordance with the periods of time and all other conditions stated in all provisions of this warranty.
This warranty applies only to defects in material and workmanship in products manufactured by Radyne
ComStream Corporation. Radyne ComStream Corporation makes no warranty whatsoever concerning
products or accessories not of its manufacture. Repair, or at Radyne ComStream Corporation’s option,
replacement of the Radyne ComStream Corporation products or defective parts therein shall be the sole
and exclusive remedy for all valid warranty claims.
Warranty Period
The applicable warranty period shall commence on the date of shipment from Radyne ComStream
Corporation’sfacility to the original purchaser and extend for the stated period following the date of
shipment. Upon beginning of the applicable Radyne ComStream Corporation warranty period, all
customers’ remedies shall be governed by the terms stated or referenced in this warranty. In-warranty
repaired or replacement products or parts are warranted only for the remaining portion of the original
warranty period applicable to the repaired or replaced products or parts. Repair or replacement of
products or parts under warranty does not extend the original warranty period.
Warranty Coverage Limitations
The following are expressly not coveredunder warranty:
1. Any loss, damage and/or malfunction relating in any way to shipping, storage, accident, abuse,
alteration, misuse, neglect, failure to use products under normal operating conditions, failure to
use products according to any operating instructions provided by Radyne ComStream
Corporation, lack of routine care and maintenance as indicated in any operating maintenance
instructions, or failure to use or take any proper precautions under the circumstances.
2. Products, items, parts, accessories, subassemblies, or components which are expendable in
normal use or are of limited life, such as but not limited to, bulbs, fuses, lamps, glassware, etc.
Radyne ComStream Corporation reserves the right to revise the foregoing list of what is covered
under this warranty.
Warranty Replacement and Adjustment
Radyne ComStream Corporation will not make warranty adjustments for failures of products or parts,
which occur after the specified maximum adjustment period. Unless otherwise agreed, failure shall be
deemed to have occurred no more than seven (7) working days before the first date on which Radyne
ComStream Corporation receives a notice of failure. Under no circumstances shall any warranty exceed
the period stated above unless expressly agreed to in writing by Radyne ComStream Corporation.
Liability Limitations
This warranty is expressly in lieu of and excludes all other express and implied warranties, Including
but not limited to warranties of merchantability and of fitness for particular purpose, use, or
applications, and all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Radyne ComStream Corporation,
unless such other warranties, obligations, or liabilities are expressly agreed to in writing by Radyne
ComStream Corporation.

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All obligations of Radyne ComStream Corporation under this warranty shall cease in the event its
products or parts thereof have been subjected to accident, abuse, alteration, misuse or neglect, or
which have not been operated and maintained in accordance with proper operating instructions.
In no event shall Radyne ComStream Corporation be liable for Incidental, consequential, special or
resulting loss or damage of any kind howsoever caused. Radyne ComStream Corporation’s liability
for damages shall not exceed the payment, if any, received by Radyne ComStream Corporation for
the unit or product or service furnished or to be furnished, as the case may be, which is the subject
of claim or dispute.
Statements made by any person, including representatives of Radyne ComStream Corporation,
which are inconsistent or in conflict with the terms of this warranty, shall not be binding upon
Radyne ComStream Corporation unless reduced to writing and approved by an officer of Radyne
ComStream Corporation.
Warranty Repair Return Procedure
Before a warranty repair can be accomplished, a Repair Authorization must be received. It is at this time
that Radyne ComStream Corporation will authorize the product or part to be returned to the Radyne
ComStream Corporation facility or if field repair will be accomplished. The Repair Authorization may be
requested in writing or by calling:
Radyne ComStream Corporation
3138 E. Elwood St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85034 (USA)
ATTN: Customer Support
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Any product returned to Radyne ComStream Corporation for examination must be sent prepaid via the
means of transportation indicated as acceptable to Radyne ComStream Corporation. Return
Authorization Number must be clearly marked on the shipping label. Returned products or parts should
be carefully packaged in the original container, if possible, and unless otherwise indicated, shipped to the
above address.
Non-Warranty Repair
When a product is returned for any reason, Customer and its shipping agency shall be responsible for all
damage resulting from improper packing and handling, and for loss in transit, not withstanding any defect
or nonconformity in the product. By returning a product, the owner grants Radyne ComStream
Corporation permission to open and disassemble the product as required for evaluation. In all cases,
Radyne ComStream Corporation has sole responsibility for determining the cause and nature of failure,
and Radyne ComStream Corporation’s determination with regard thereto shall be final.

SFC6400A/SFC1450A Synthesized Frequency Upconverter Preface
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Preface
This manual provides installation and operation information for the Radyne ComStream Corporation
SFC6400A and SFC1450A Upconverters. This is a technical document intended for use by
engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the SFC
Upconverter.
Conventions
Whenever the information within this manual instructs the operator to press a pushbutton switch or
keypad key on the SFC Upconverter Front Panel, the pushbutton or key label will be shown
enclosed in "less than" (<) and "greater than" (>) brackets. For example, the Reset Alarms
Pushbutton will be shown as <RESET ALARMS>, while a command that calls for the entry of a ‘7’
followed by ‘ENTER’ Key will be represented as <7,ENTER>.
Cautions and Warnings
A caution icon indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. Caution may also be used to indicate other unsafe practices or risks of property damage.
A warning icon indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
Trademarks
Product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.
Copyright
2003, Radyne ComStream Corporation. This manual is proprietary to Radyne ComStream
Corporation and is intended for the exclusive use of Radyne ComStream Corporation’s customers.
No part of this document may in whole or in part, be copied, reproduced, distributed, translated or
reduced to any electronic or magnetic storage medium without the express written consent of a
duly authorized officer of Radyne ComStream Corporation.

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Disclaimer
This manual has been thoroughly reviewed for accuracy. All statements, technical information, and
recommendations contained herein and in any guides or related documents are believed reliable,
but the accuracy and completeness thereof are not guaranteed or warranted, and they are not
intended to be, nor should they be understood to be, representations or warranties concerning the
products described. Radyne ComStream Corporation assumes no responsibility for use of any
circuitry other than the circuitry employed in Radyne ComStream Corporation systems and
equipment. Furthermore, since Radyne ComStream Corporation is constantly improving its
products, reserves the right to make changes in the specifications of products, or in this manual at
any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes.
Record of Revisions
Revision
Level Date Reason for Change
1.0 4-7-03 Initial Release
1.1 6-26-03 Revised Sections 2 and 7 to comply with CE requirements.
Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual
Comments or suggestions regarding the content and design of this manual are appreciated. To
submit comments, please contact the Radyne ComStream Corporation Customer Service
Department.

SFC6400A/SFC1450A Synthesized Frequency Upconverter Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Section 1 -Introduction
1.0 Description_______________________________________________________ 1-1
1.1 Protection Switch Versatility__________________________________________ 1-3
1.2 Chain Switching (Optional) __________________________________________ 1-3
Section 2 -Installation
2.0 Installation Requirements____________________________________________ 2-1
2.1 Unpacking________________________________________________________ 2-2
2.2 Removal and Assembly_____________________________________________ 2-2
2.3 Mounting Considerations ____________________________________________ 2-2
2.4 Initial Power-Up ___________________________________________________ 2-2
Section 3 -Operation
3.0 Theory of Operation________________________________________________ 3-1
3.1.1 Stand-Alone Operation ____________________________________________ 3-2
3.1.2 1:1 Switch______________________________________________________ 3-2
3.1.3 1:8 Switch______________________________________________________ 3-2
3.2 Optional Chain Switching Operation ___________________________________ 3-2
Section 4 –User Interfaces
4.0 User Interfaces____________________________________________________ 4-1
4.1 Front Panel User Interface___________________________________________ 4-1
4.1.1 Monitoring Ports _________________________________________________ 4-2
4.1.2 LCD Display ____________________________________________________ 4-2
4.1.3 Cursor Control Arrows ____________________________________________ 4-2
4.1.3 Front Panel Keypad_______________________________________________ 4-2
4.1.5 LED Indicators___________________________________________________ 4-3
4.2 Front Panel Control Screen Menus ____________________________________ 4-5
4.2.1 Main Menus _____________________________________________________ 4-5
4.2.2 Converter Menu Options and Parameters _____________________________ 4-5
4.2.3 Switch Menu Options and Parameters________________________________ 4-6

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4.2.4 Monitor Menu Options and Parameters _______________________________ 4-8
4.2.5 Alarms Menu Options and Parameters ______________________________ 4-10
4.2.6 System Menu Options and Parameters______________________________ 4-12
4.2.7 Test Menu Options and Parameters_________________________________ 4-16
4.3 Examples: Changing Parameters from the Front Panel___________________ 4-20
4.4 Remote Port User Interfaces________________________________________ 4-22
4.4.1 ASCII Serial Protocol_____________________________________________ 4-23
4.4.1.1 ASCII Command Structure ______________________________________ 4-23
4.4.2 RLLP Serial Protocol_____________________________________________ 4-23
4.4.2.1 RLLP Protocol Structure ________________________________________ 4-23
4.4.2.2 RLLP Protocol Wrapper_________________________________________ 4-24
4.4.2.3 Frame Description and Bus Handshaking___________________________ 4-25
4.4.2.4 Global Response Operational Codes ______________________________ 4-27
4.4.2.5 Collision Avoidance ____________________________________________ 4-28
4.4.2.6 Software Compatibility__________________________________________ 4-29
4.4.2.7 RLLP Summary_______________________________________________ 4-30
4.5 Terminal Port User Interface ________________________________________ 4-31
4.5.1 Terminal Main Menu _____________________________________________ 4-31
4.5.2 Terminal Converter Controls Menu__________________________________ 4-32
4.5.3 Terminal Switch Controls Menu ____________________________________ 4-32
4.5.4 Terminal Alarm Status & Masks Menu _______________________________ 4-33
4.5.5 Terminal Monitor Status Menu _____________________________________ 4-33
4.5.6 Terminal Test Controls Menu ______________________________________ 4-34
4.5.7 SNMP Controls Menu ____________________________________________ 4-34
4.5.8 Terminal Event Buffer Menu _______________________________________ 4-35
4.6 Ethernet Port User Interface ________________________________________ 4-36
4.6.1 Ethernet Port Configuration________________________________________ 4-36
4.6.1.1 Connecting the Terminal ________________________________________ 4-36
4.6.1.2 SNMP Option _________________________________________________ 4-37
4.6.2 Network Configuration____________________________________________ 4-37
4.6.2.1 Terminal Screens______________________________________________ 4-37
4.6.2.2 Logging on and Passwords ______________________________________ 4-37
4.6.2.3 Exiting SNMP Configuration______________________________________ 4-39
4.6.2.4 Logging On___________________________________________________ 4-39

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4.6.2.5 Changing the Logon Password ___________________________________ 4-39
4.6.2.6 Logging Off___________________________________________________ 4-39
4.6.2.7 Changing Your Authentication Password ___________________________ 4-40
4.6.2.8 Changing Your Privacy Password _________________________________ 4-40
4.6.2.9 Converter Ethernet Address _____________________________________ 4-40
4.6.2.10 Converter IP Address __________________________________________ 4-42
4.6.2.11 Server Ethernet Address________________________________________ 4-42
4.6.2.12 Server IP Address_____________________________________________ 4-42
4.6.2.13 Router IP Address_____________________________________________ 4-42
4.6.2.14 IP Address Mask _____________________________________________ 4-42
4.6.2.15 Boot Mode (Optional)__________________________________________ 4-43
4.6.2.16 Community__________________________________________________ 4-43
4.6.2.17 Trap Type and Trap Hosts______________________________________ 4-43
4.6.2.18 Trace Mode _________________________________________________ 4-43
4.6.2.19 SNMP V1 & 2 Access View _____________________________________ 4-43
4.6.2.20 Key Generation Mode__________________________________________ 4-43
4.6.2.21 Context Engine ID ____________________________________________ 4-45
4.6.3 Connecting the Ethernet Cable and Testing the Link____________________ 4-46
4.6.3.1 Ping Program_________________________________________________ 4-46
4.6.3.2 SNMP Test___________________________________________________ 4-47
4.6.4 Management Information Base Structure_____________________________ 4-47
4.6.4.1 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) ______________________ 4-47
4.6.4.2 The Management Information Base (MIB)___________________________ 4-47
Section 5 –Rear Panel Interfaces
5.0 SFC Upconverter Connections _______________________________________ 5-1
5.1 Power___________________________________________________________ 5-1
5.2 10 MHz Ref In (J4) _________________________________________________ 5-1
5.3 10 MHz Ref Out (J3) _______________________________________________ 5-1
5.4 Test/Fault (J7) ____________________________________________________ 5-2
5.5 Operator Serial I/O (J8) _____________________________________________ 5-2
5.6 IF Out (J2) _______________________________________________________ 5-3
5.7 Terminal (J6) _____________________________________________________ 5-3
5.8 Ethernet (J9)______________________________________________________ 5-3

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5.9 Equipment RS-485 (J10), Standard Backward Compatible Interface__________ 5-4
5.10 B/U Switch Interface (J5)___________________________________________ 5-5
5.11 RF In (J1) _______________________________________________________ 5-6
5.12 Monitor Ports ____________________________________________________ 5-6
5.12.1 IF Monitor Port__________________________________________________ 5-7
5.12.2 RF Monitor Port_________________________________________________ 5-7
5.13 Optional Chain Switching Module ____________________________________ 5-7
5.13.1 (J10) _________________________________________________________ 5-7
5.13.2 (J11) _________________________________________________________ 5-7
5.13.3 (J12 and J13)___________________________________________________ 5-7
5.13.4 (J14) _________________________________________________________ 5-7
5.13.5 (J16 and J17)___________________________________________________ 5-7
5.13.6 (J18) _________________________________________________________ 5-8
5.13.10 (J19) ________________________________________________________ 5-9
Section 6 -Maintenance and Troubleshooting
6.0 Periodic Maintenance_______________________________________________ 6-1
6.1 Failure Analysis ___________________________________________________ 6-1
6.2 DCE/DTE Operation (DIP Switch S3)__________________________________ 6-1
Section 7 -Technical Specifications
7.0 Introduction_______________________________________________________ 7-1
7.1 Output Characteristics______________________________________________ 7-1
7.2 Input Characteristics _______________________________________________ 7-1
7.3 Transfer Characteristics ____________________________________________ 7-1
7.4 Frequency Synthesizer Characteristics ________________________________ 7-3
7.5 Single Side Band Phase Noise _______________________________________ 7-3
7.6 Operator Interface _________________________________________________ 7-3
7.6.1 Converter Settings _______________________________________________ 7-3
7.6.2 Switch Settings __________________________________________________ 7-4
7.6.3 LED Indicators___________________________________________________ 7-4
7.7 Physical Characteristics ____________________________________________ 7-4
7.8 Environmental Characteristics________________________________________ 7-4