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USER MANUAL
NTC/2042/Cx
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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We,
NEWTEC CY nv.
(1) : EN 50081-1:92
Electromagnetic Compatibility - Generic emission standard
part 1 : residential, commercial and light industrial environment
EN 50082-1:92
Electromagnetic Compatibility - Generic immunity standard
part 1 : residential, commercial and light industrial environment
Dirk Breynaert,
Managing Director
_____________________________________________________
NEWTEC CY nv. Laarstraat 5 B-9100 Sint-Niklaas Belgium. Tel:32.(0)3.7806500 Fax:32.(0)3.7806549
This equipment has been tested and 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 can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
SAFETY
Please read this chapter before installation and use of the instrument
This equipment is provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord.
The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth
contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor, inside or outside the instrument, is likely
to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
For the correct and safe use of the instrument, 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
instrument when necessary.
Whenever it is likely that safety protection is impaired, the instrument must be made
in-operative and secured against unintended operation. The appropriate servicing authority
must be informed. For example, safety is likely to be impaired if the instrument fails to
perform the intended measurements or shows visible damage.
WARNINGS
• Do not use the equipment in damp surroundings.
Avoid direct contact with water.
• Never cover the fan opening when the equipment is in use as this will empede the
ventilation required.
• The outside of the equipment may be cleaned using a lightly dampened cloth. Do not use
any cleaning liquids containing alcohol, methylated spirit or ammonia etc.
• For continued protection against fire hazard, replace line fuses only with same type and
rating (5 x 20 mm, 3.15 A 250 V type T or slow-blow).
CONTENTS
2. POWER-ON ......................................................................................................................... 13
5. SYSTEM FUNCTIONS......................................................................................................... 19
5.14. Outdoor Unit Up Converter Local Oscillator Frequency (NTC/2042/CA-CB-CD only) .... 29
5.16. Outdoor Unit Down Converter Local Oscillator Frequency (NTC/2042/CA-CC only)...... 30
6. CONTROL FUNCTIONS...................................................................................................... 37
7. ALARM MONITORING......................................................................................................... 47
7.17. 100 MHz Reference for Outdoor Unit (NTC/2042/CA-CD only) ...................................... 59
8.5. Outdoor Unit SSPA Heatsink Temperature (software NTC/6080/AA v 1.xx only) ........... 71
8.6. HPA Temperature Voltage (NTC/2042/CA-CD only, not for software NTC/6080/AA v
1.xx).......................................................................................................................................... 71
8.8. Outdoor Unit Measured EIRP Level (software NTC/6080/AA v 1.xx only) ....................... 72
8.9. HPA Power Voltage (NTC/2042/CA-CD only, not for software NTC/6080/AA v 1.xx) ..... 73
8.10. Transmit DRO Loop Voltage (NTC/2042/CA-CD only, not for software NTC/6080/AA v
1.xx).......................................................................................................................................... 73
11. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................. 80
12. SERVICE............................................................................................................................ 83
12.1. Maintenance.................................................................................................................... 83
12.2. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................... 84
12.2.1. System Test Failed ................................................................................................... 84
12.2.2. Line Fuse Removal................................................................................................... 85
12.2.3. Troubleshooting Report ............................................................................................ 85
1. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
(*) See data sheet NTC/2042/CA hereafter.
v1.00 06 January 1998 first release for production for all types NTC/2042/Cx.
Remark that calibration is required (in factory) if
replacement for NTC/6080/AA software
2. POWER-ON
After power-on (or reset), the unit performs a number of initialisation routines and loads its
default configuration from permanent memory. The initialisation ends with the following
indication on the LCD :
The version number and date refer to the firmware release of the main micro-controller. These
figures give information for maintenance and trouble shooting.
One of the initialisation functions is a system test of some functions in the device. The
success of this test is indicated with the message "system test passed". If one of the functions
fails, then the display shows the message "system test failed hh". hh is a hexadecimal number
which indicates the source of failure (see 12. Maintenance).
The message "display : <up><down><left><right>" gives information on how the operator can
select the different monitor and control functions via the front panel keypad (see 3. Local M&C
via Front Panel).
After the initialisation, the main controller performs an infinite loop, in which it collects the
available information from the device and updates its output parameters in function of this
data. It also translates the information to operator interpretable values for monitoring on the
LCD or via the RMCP. Finally, it accepts control information from the keypad or RMCP. The
control parameters are adapted in function of this information and then distributed through the
device.
Remark that beyond normal operation, it is possible to enter "test" mode. In test mode, a
number of additional parameters become available for monitoring & control and the alarm
monitoring is adapted. Also some parameters may be changed to a value not accepted in the
operational mode.
The changes allowed in test mode are only for tuning and error search during installation and
maintenance. They may never be used in an operational environment.
For each function, the information on the LCD gives a device parameter and its present value
on the first line. The second line indicates the present selected menu and how the parameter
can be manipulated (key definition, if applicable). Remark that the control of all parameters
depends on the device control mode, that some parameters can only be controlled in test
mode and that the value and use of some parameters can depend on the value of other
parameters.
The two indicator LEDs are active alarm and memorised alarm.
The illumination of the "active alarm"-LED indicates that at least one of the alarms is active at
that moment.
A function that has been in alarm, since power-on or the last alarm clear, is indicated by the
"memorised alarm"-LED.
The LCD and LEDs are updated four times per second.
Remark that the control functions only can be changed via the frontpanel keypad when
the device control mode is local. When the device control mode is remote and the operator
wants to change something via the keypad, then this control mode has to be changed to local
first (see 5.6.). This is only possible when the device is not in the local lockout mode.
A master control unit, typically a Personal Computer, can supervise multiple devices via this
interface. It collects information from each device and distributes control parameters towards
them via addressed messages.
When the device receives a message with its own unique address, it interprets it, performs the
requested action and sends back a response with the confirmation of the command or the
requested information. Remark that a device never sends messages on its own initiative, it
may only respond to request messages from the control unit. Thus to maintain a complete
image of a device, the control unit must question this device at regular times.
There are two electrical interfaces possible : RS-485 and RS-232. The used interface is
selected with the group of 5 straps on the back of the baseband board, near the RMCP-
connector "MON & CONTR" (see appendix D). This is a female 9 pin sub-D connector. To
select an interface, place the straps towards the required interface indication on the PCB.
Remark that connecting devices with a different interface selected can damage the driver and
receiver circuits of all connected devices.
The RS-485 interface is a multi-user serial interface, which allows one master control unit to
supervise several devices in parallel.
The control signals are not used for RS-485. Typical electrical levels for Va and Vb are 0 volt
and 5 volt.
The RS-232 interface is a point-to-point serial interface, which allows one master control unit
to supervise only one device.
start character
address character
message header
message text
end of text character
LRC-character
The start character indicates the start of a new message on the serial interface. For a request
from control unit to device, this is the "start-of-text" character (STX, ASCII code 02 hex). The
response from device to control unit starts with the 'acknowledge' character (ACK, ASCII code
06 hex) or the 'no-acknowledge' character (NAK, ASCII code 15 hex).
The address character indicates which device must interpret and answer the message. This is
a single character in the range “1” (ASCII code 31 hex or 49 dec) up to “o” (ASCII code 6F hex
or 111 dec). The address must be unique for each device in the system. Remark that “o” is
the RMCP broadcast address. This may only be used in systems with one device. The device
treats only a limited number of messages received at this address.
For the RMCP-interface, the Indoor Unit and the Outdoor Unit are two different logical devices.
The control unit has thus to use a different RMCP-address for each device, although it
communicates with both via the same electrical interface. By definition is the RMCP-address
of the Outdoor Unit equal to the RMCP-address of the Indoor Unit raised by one.
All messages, which are given in the next sections, are sent at the address of the Indoor Unit,
unless mentioned otherwise.
The header defines the meaning of the message and thus how the receiving device should
treat it. There are two types of header possible : a single character header or a three-
character header.
A one-character header defines a general message type, which is used to request information
about the system, the communication or special purpose test functions. The single character
header is always a representable ASCII value (20 hex - 7F hex), capital and minor letters
excluded.
Three-character headers are used for the exchange of all monitor and control information
between the devices. Such a header always consists of capital and minor letters.
The data part of the message is a string of representable characters (ASCII-code 20 hex to 7F
hex). The meaning and the size of this string are defined by the header. Possible strings are :
the "null"-string (no data), an enquiry, an enumeration, a number, a format string, a text string
or a dummy string.
Some messages can have no data at all. They are said to have a "null"-string as data.
An enquiry is a single character string, which defines a type of request. The most general
enquiry is "?". This requests the value of a monitor or control variable. Other types, indicated
as ">", "<" or "!", ask for the minimum value, the maximum value or a memorised value with
reset.
A text string is the most general data part and can have a fixed or a variable length. These
strings are used for the monitoring of application specific parameters, which are difficult to
represent via a fixed format number or an enumeration. A text string can consist of a
parameter with unit, dedicated flags, an identifier or explanation about a status. These
messages are to be interpreted by the operator.
A dummy argument is sent if a requested variable is recognised but not known. This is a string
of question marks "?" that fills the nominal argument length of the response.
Requested data, not applicable due to the selected configuration or the present status, is
indicated by a string of “#”-signs.
The end of the message is always indicated by the "end-of-text" character (ETX, ASCII code
03 hex).
Each message is followed by a one-byte longitudinal redundancy check (LRC). This is the
bitwise exclusive-or of all message characters, including the message delimiters (STX, ETX,
...), the address and the header.
The valid headers and the possible data strings are given in the next sections for each device
function message. The header is represented in bold characters, the data in italic. A list with
the possible options is given for an enumeration <enum>. Numbers are represented by their
format identifier : s (sign, + or -), # (digital digit) and . (decimal dot). The start-character (STX,
ACK or NAK), the address, the EXT-character and the LRC-byte are not given for most
messages, if the general rules are followed. Exceptions on these rules are explicitly given if
they occur.
A control parameter sent in a response message is the value used by the device. This value
may differ from a requested value because of rounding.
For alarms and lock indications, a present status indicates if an irregularity has occurred since
the last request of this present status. In contrast, a memorised status indicates if an alarm or
sync loss has occurred between the last device reset of memorisation and the moment of
message interpretation. A memorised status can be reset via the serial interface or via the
key-pad. The option for a reset of all status at the same time is provided (general device alarm
or all alarms).
Messages with transmission errors are rejected, without any further action. Transmission
errors are : no stop bit, parity error, LRC-error and message receive buffer overflow.
All valid messages that can not be treated for any reason are replied with a NAK-message
(no-acknowledge).
This message starts with the NAK-character (15 hex). The header is the three-character string
"err".
As data, a three-digit error code is sent. This code identifies the type of error. A list of
supported error codes is given in appendix A.
Remark that different devices may return different error codes for the same error. This
depends on the local implementation of the message handler.
5. SYSTEM FUNCTIONS
The system functions cover the management of permanent memory, general system
parameters and hardware related parameters.
The permanent memory management allows the operator to save to or recall a full device
configuration from permanent memory (EEPROM).
General system parameters allow the operator to modify the user interface. They provide
access to test functions, the management of the alarm monitoring and the control of the
communication on the remote M&C interface.
Hardware related parameters are adjusted during configuration and test. They inform the
controller about the used hardware, the presence or absence of some functional blocks, and
provide information about the surrounding equipment. Some monitor or control functions may
be enabled or disabled in function of these settings. These parameters are set during test and
installation of the device and do not need to be changed at normal use. They can only be
changed in test mode.
Most of the general system parameters and all the hardware related parameters are saved in
permanent memory when they are changed.
Configuration 5 is reserved for test configurations. This configuration includes also the test
functions and the extended selections.
If the controller detects that no configuration was previously saved at the requested location, it
indicates "no configuration" and waits for a new selection.
The "LRC-error" indicates that an error is detected in the memory block that contains the
configuration. The configuration is loaded but one of the loaded parameters can be erroneous.
All the parameters may be correct, since not all the bits covered by the LRC are used. The
operator may try to reload the configuration. If the LRC-error remains, he has to verify all
parameters, then correct the possible erroneous parameter and save the corrected
configuration at the corrupted location.
RMCP Messages
Test configurations can only be saved as configuration 5. This configuration includes also the
save of the test functions and the extended selections.
RMCP Messages
When the test functions are disabled, then the device is said to be in operational mode. Then
the operator is allowed to control and to monitor all the parameters that are required for the
normal activity of the device. The normal alarm monitoring is executed.
If the additional test functions are enabled, then the device is in test mode. Then a number of
additional parameters become available for monitoring and control and the alarm monitoring is
adapted. Also some parameters may be changed to a value not specified in the operational
mode. These functions are not supported via remote control. The device is always in local
control mode when the test functions are enabled.
Some changes allowed in test mode are only for tuning and error search during installation
and maintenance. They may never be used in an operational environment.
To enable the test functions (test mode), a four-digit code is required. This code is the NTC-
number of the unit.
RMCP Messages
It is strongly recommended to use 0A0000 hex as alarm mask, thus all alarms monitored,
except for the “ODU 100 MHz reference level” alarm which is for troubleshooting purposes
only. The mask can only be changed locally in test mode.
If no LNB monitoring is used, the recommended mask is 3A0000 hex.
For the RMCP-interface is this the RMCP-address for the converter unit. The RMCP-address
of the outdoor unit is this address raised by one.
An address outside the allowed range, 49 up to 109, is refused, without further effect.
When the new address is in range, it is also saved in permanent memory for re-use at power-
on.
When the MAC-interface is used, then the device address is fixed “1” (ASCII 31 hex)
RMCP Messages
This message may also generate a response when received at the RMCP broadcast address.
Remark that the response is using the RMCP-address at which the request was received.
Thus the former RMCP-address or the RMCP broadcast address.
In local control mode, all parameters may be changed by the operator via the front panel
keypad and via RMCP.
When the device operates in remote control mode, then all parameters may be changed via
the remote interface. Inputs from the front panel keypad are refused.
If the local lock-out state is selected, then the change of the device control state is only
allowed via the remote interface.
Remark that not all test functions are supported via remote control. So the device is always in
local control mode when the test functions are enabled. In test mode, a number of parameter
selections and additional parameters become available for monitoring and control and the
alarm monitoring is adapted. Since these selections are only for tuning and error search, the
presence of an operator near the device is always required.
RMCP Messages
If the remote monitoring and control is required, then the lack of messages from the remote
control unit generates a remote monitor and control alarm (see 7.21.). The preferred device
control mode is remote (power-on or reset). If the device is in local control mode, then it
returns to remote control if no front panel key is pressed during three minutes. A remote
monitor and control alarm only removes a possible local lock-out from the device control state.
When remote monitoring and control is not required, then the preferred device control mode is
local. At power-on or hardware reset, the device starts in local control mode. A lack of
messages from the remote control unit generates no alarm. If the remote device control mode
was selected, then it changes to local control, no lock-out, when the remote control unit
remains silent.
The remote monitor and control requirement indication can only be changed locally in test
mode.
The Remote Monitoring and Control Protocol (RMCP) is a message oriented protocol defined
on a multi-user RS-485 serial interface (see 4.).
The remote monitor and control type can only be changed locally in test mode.
Key-input : N.A.
RMCP Messages
This message may also generate a response when received at the RMCP broadcast address.
RMCP Messages :
If enabled, the gain variation as measured at the transmit RF frequency is less than ± 0.8 dB
over the entire L-band. Remark that this includes not an equalisation over the converted
band. Thus within a 36 MHz or 72 MHz band around the selected center, the variation on the
L-band gain can be higher.
Remark that the activation of the calibration reduces the operational L-band gain range, so
transmit gain alarms (see 7.13.) occurs more frequent.
Without gain calibration, the gain of the center frequency can vary over ± 4 dB.
RMCP Messages
Note that if no external up converter is required, the local oscillator frequency should be
set to 0 MHz. This is done by entering “+0” (+ sign is required to indicate no spectrum
inversion !!).
Remark that if the ODU upconverter LO frequency is changed, then the transmit L-band
frequency changes with the same amount.
LC-display : ODU upconverter LO frequency : ##### MHz (no spectrum inversion in ODU)
ODU upconverter LO frequency : ##### MHz inv (spectrum inversion in ODU)
RMCP Messages
This value is defined by the used outdoor unit and has to be adjusted during installation. Once
the system is operational it should remain fixed.
When this setting is correct, then the receive L-band frequency (see 6.9.) is the input
frequency of the whole system (outdoor unit and converter unit). Thus the carrier frequency of
the signal received from the satellite.
Note that if no external down converter is required, the local oscillator frequency should be
set to 0 MHz. This is done by entering “+0” (+ sign is required to indicate no spectrum
inversion !!).
Remark that if the ODU downconverter LO frequency is changed, then the receive L-band
frequency changes with the same amount.
LC-display : ODU downconverter LO frequency : ##### MHz (no spectrum inversion in ODU)
ODU downconverter LO frequency : ##### MHz inv (spectrum inversion in ODU)
RMCP Messages
This setting is defined by the used outdoor unit and has to be adjusted during installation.
Once the system is operational it should remain fixed. An NTC/2505/xx outdoor unit requires
always the 100 MHz reference.
Remark that if the converter unit is not connected to an outdoor unit, this 100 MHz reference
signal should be disabled.
To allow the outdoor unit control by the converter unit, it is required that the outdoor unit
supports the local RMCP interface with the converter unit. This is the case for NTC-outdoor
units. If more than one converter units are connected to the same outdoor unit, then only one
can control this outdoor unit.
The message routing option allows that the control unit communicates directly with the
outdoor unit. The converter unit does not take any action towards the outdoor unit. It only
routes the messages between the control unit and the outdoor unit. This option can only be
selected via RMCP.
The ODU monitoring and control status is defined by the used outdoor unit and has to be
adjusted during installation. Once the system is operational it should remain fixed.
An NTC/2505/xx outdoor unit requires always monitor and control by the indoor unit.
Remark that if the converter unit is not connected to an outdoor unit, the outdoor unit monitor
and control should be disabled.
Also the self test result from the outdoor unit is given. If the self test was passed, then the
<status> field remains blank. A failed self test is indicated with the message "fail".
RMCP Messages
When the external reference is selected, then this local oscillator has to lock on the 100 MHz
reference from the converter unit. If it does not lock then a receive synthesiser alarm (LNB
local oscillator, see 7.22) for the outdoor unit is given.
If the LNB local oscillator uses an internal reference, then the LNB local oscillator alarm is not
applicable. Remark that the converter unit has to suppress the LNB local oscillator alarm from
the outdoor unit.
This setting is defined by the used outdoor unit and has to be adjusted during installation.
Once the system is operational it should remain fixed.
Remark that this function is not applicable if the outdoor unit monitor and control is disabled.
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
The RMCP-address indicates if the message is bound for the converter unit or the outdoor
unit.
This message may also generate a response, from the converter unit, when received at the
RMCP broadcast address.
A self test is always performed after power-on or reset, before the start of the main operation.
Remark that the execution of a self test can disturb the normal operation for a moment. To
prevent inconvenience for external devices, transmit is switched off during the self test. After
the termination of this test, normal operation resumes.
For the outdoor unit, only the self test result may be read. It can not be forced to perform a self
test.
Possible sources of a self test failure are explained in the Maintenance Section of this manual
(see 12.1.). The self test is passed if the result is zero.
RMCP Messages
The RMCP-address indicates if the message is bound for the converter unit or the outdoor
unit.
The unit performs a number of initialisation routines, loads its default configuration from
permanent memory and performs a self test.
RMCP Messages
response : no response
A system reset forces the controller to reinitialise itself and to generate a hardware reset
through the system.
Since a reset includes the initialisation of the serial interface and the clearance of the memory,
no confirmation can be sent. Depending on the type of the device, the reset takes about two to
five seconds. After the reset, the "had reset" flag is activated.
During the reset, the unit is not able to respond to any message. After the reset, the normal
message handling restarts.
Remark that the Outdoor Unit has to be reset via message routing (see 5.25.).
RMCP Messages
The RMCP-address indicates if the message is bound for the converter unit or the outdoor
unit.
The message data of routing messages (*-header), received at the outdoor unit RMCP-
address is used as message on the local RMCP-interface between the converter unit and the
outdoor unit. The response, received from the outdoor unit via this interface, is used as
message data in the routing response message.
Remark that if the response message from the outdoor unit starts with the NAK-character,
then the response message to the control unit starts also with a NAK-character.
Because the routing of a message via the local RMCP-interface takes some time, the
converter unit sends the <null> string in response to a routing request. From then on, the
control unit has to poll at regular times if the response is already received from the outdoor
unit. The converter unit responds with a <null>-string as long as this is not received.
Routing messages are refused when received at the RMCP-address of the converter unit.
Remark that this function is applicable only if the outdoor unit monitor and control is enabled
or if the "message routing only" option is selected.
RMCP Messages
6. CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The control functions allow the operator to adapt the frequency and gain settings of the device.
remark that during switch-over the RF transmit is suppressed during 500 ms to avoid
transients.
RMCP Messages
Selections : - 70 MHz
- 140 MHz
RMCP Messages
<enum> = 0 70 MHz
1 140 MHz
Selections : - on
- off
RMCP Messages
Note that the normal operation of the Converter Unit requires that the level of the signal at IF
should be around -10 dBm.
key-input : the <+>-key increments the gain, the <->-key decrements the gain.
The step size is 0.1 dB for a single key push, and increases to
1.0 dB/0.25 sec for continued pushing.
RMCP Messages
response : TGis##.# send present or new transmit IF input gain or the requested
limit (in dB)
Remark that if the requested transmit IF input gain is beyond the allowed range, it is truncated
to the saturation value.
range : -23.0 dB to -6.0 dB, in steps of 0.1 dB, when the transmit L-band output attenuator is
on (see 6.6.)
-8.0 dB to +9.0 dB, in steps of 0.1 dB, when the transmit L-band output attenuator is
off (see 6.6.)
Changing the transmit L-band output gain does not change the setting of the attenuator.
Remark that due to internal gain compensations, the effective gain can differ from the target
gain when saturation occurs (see 8.12.). The compensations concerned are the internal
compensation in function of the converter unit temperature (transparent for the user) and the
calibration in function of the transmit RF frequency (see 5.13). If one of these compensations
saturates the VCA, then a transmit gain alarm is generated (see 7.13.).
key-input : the <+>-key increments the gain, the <->-key decrements the gain.
The step size is 0.1 dB for a single key push, and increases to
1.0 dB/0.25 sec for continued pushing.
RMCP Messages
response : TGgs##.# send present or new transmit L-band output gain or the
requested limit (in dB)
Remark that if the requested transmit L-band output gain is beyond the allowed range, it is
truncated to the saturation value.
Selections : - off, the 15.0 dB attenuator is bypassed, the transmit L-band output gain is
in the range -8.0 dB to +9.0 dB (see 6.5.)
- on, the Transmit L-band output gain is in the range -23.0 dB to -6.0 dB
(see 6.5.)
Remark that the change of the attenuator status immediately increases or decreases the
transmit L-band output level with 15.0 dB.
RMCP Messages
Remark that this value is related to the local oscillator frequency of the upconverter in the
outdoor unit (see 5.14.). When this LO-frequency is set to 0 MHz and non-inverting, then the
transmit RF output frequency is the L-band output frequency of the converter unit. In this case,
the range is :
If the ODU upconverter LO-frequency is set correctly, then the transmit RF output frequency is
the output frequency of the system, thus as sent to the satellite. Then the range is the
upconverter LO-frequency plus the higher mentioned range for a non-inverting upconverter or
the upconverter LO-frequency minus the higher mentioned range for an inverting upconverter.
RMCP Messages
Selections : - enabled, the transmit carrier signal is passed to the L-band output, if there
are no alarms in operational mode or always in test mode
- disabled, the transmit carrier signal is always switched off at the L-band
output
Remark that to obtain a maximum signal suppression when transmit is off, in addition to the
interruption of the L-band switch, also the L-band output attenuator is switched on (see 6.6.)
and the L-band output gain in minimised (see 6.5.).
When the outdoor unit monitoring and control is enabled, then this function also controls the
HPA in the outdoor unit.
RMCP Messages
Remark that this value is related to the local oscillator frequency of the downconverter in the
outdoor unit (see 5.16.). When this LO-frequency is set to 0 MHz and non-inverting, then the
receive RF input frequency is the L-band input frequency of the converter unit. In this case, the
range is :
If the ODU downconverter LO-frequency is set correctly, then the receive RF input frequency
is the input frequency of the system, thus as received from the satellite. Then the range is the
downconverter LO-frequency plus the higher mentioned range for a non-inverting
downconverter or the downconverter LO-frequency minus the higher mentioned range for an
inverting downconverter.
key-input : up to ten digits, followed by <enter>. The first digit represents the number of
10 GHz, the tenth the number of 10 Hz. Digits that are not filled in before
<enter> are set to zero. All digits entered after the tenth digit are neglected.
An input out of the allowed range is dropped.
RMCP Messages
range : +28.0 dB to +58.0 dB, in steps of 0.1 dB, without coax cable (100 m) loss
+16.0 dB to +36.0 dB, in steps of 0.1 dB, coax cable (100 m) loss included
key-input : the <+>-key increments the gain, the <->-key decrements the gain.
The step size is 0.1 dB for a single key push, and increases to
1.0 dB/0.25 sec for continued pushing.
RMCP Messages
response : RGgs##.# send present or new receive gain or the requested limit (in dB)
Remark that if the requested receive gain is beyond the allowed range, it is truncated to the
saturation value.
Selections : - 70 MHz
- 140 MHz
RMCP Messages
<enum> = 0 70 MHz
1 140 MHz
Selections : - on
- off
RMCP Messages
7. ALARM MONITORING
At regular times, the controller performs an alarm check on a number of important functions in
the device.
Each display gives the present status and an indication of the history of the monitored
function.
When the controller detects a malfunction, it indicates this with a blinking "ALARM" indication.
It also illuminates the red active alarm LED and the red memorised alarm LED.
The active transmit related alarms suppress transmission when the device is in operational
mode. Transmit is switched off five seconds after the appearance of such an alarm. As soon a
the alarm disappears, transmit is switched on again.
If the malfunction disappears, then the controller indicates "memorised alarm" for the
corresponding function. The active alarm LED extinguishes, but the memorised alarm LED
remains on. A memorised alarm can be cleared by the operator with the "clear"-key,
individually for each alarm in the concerning display or globally for all alarms in the "clear all
memorised alarms" display.
For each alarm, a counter is incremented each time the controller detects a transition from "no
alarm" to "alarm". Such a counter gives thus the memorised number of alarm events since
power-on or the last memorised alarm clear by the operator. Remark that a counter saturates
at 255 events.
Some alarms are not applicable in particular configurations. This is indicated with the
message "not applicable" in the corresponding alarm display.
The operator also has the option to suppress alarm monitoring via an alarm mask (see 5.4.).
Suppressed alarm are indicated with the message "masked" on the display. Remark that this
should never be done for normal operation !
These indications are cleared as the incompatibility disappears. Remark that it can be
required to refresh both conflicting settings.
RMCP Messages :
An alarm is generated if the +5.0 V power supply drops below +4.80 V or rises above +5.20 V.
Remark that the hardware power supply circuit generates a hardware reset if this power
supply drops below +4.60 V or rises above +5.40 V.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the -5.0 volt power supply drops below -5.50 V or rises above -4.50 V.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the +15.0 volt power supply drops below +14.0 V or rises above +16.0
V.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the -15.0 V power supply drops below -16.0 V or rises above -14.0 V.
This alarm is not applicable if the operator disables it in the alarm mask.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the device temperature drops below +10° C or rises above +70° C.
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the PLO control voltage is sweeping or clamped at its edge.
The alarm detection is temporarily suppressed (not applicable) when the operator changes the
transmit L-band frequency of the carrier. Such a change generates a short sweep in the PLO
control voltage.
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the transmit L-band gain VCA saturates due to the internal
temperature compensation (transparent for the user) or the calibration in function of the
frequency (see 5.13.)
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if the PLO control voltage is sweeping or clamped at its edge.
The alarm detection is temporarily suppressed when the operator changes the receive L-band
frequency of the carrier. Such a change generates a short sweep in the PLO control voltage.
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated when no message from the remote control unit is received for 20
seconds. If the device control mode contains the local lock-out state, then the local lock-out is
removed on the occurrence of this alarm. So it is possible to enter the local control mode and
thus to make the changes necessary for further use of the device.
This alarm is not applicable if remote monitor and control is not required.
RMCP Messages
Not applicable, but included in the general device alarm (see 7.26.).
An alarm is generated if the VCXO control voltage is sweeping or clamped at its edge.
The alarm detection is temporarily suppressed when the operator enables this 100 MHz
reference. Such a change generates a short sweep in the VCXO control voltage.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is indicated if the converter unit does not receive a response from the outdoor unit
on twelve successive messages (about 5 seconds). This can indicate that the outdoor unit is
not connected, is powered off or has a serious problem.
RMCP Messages
Remark that if the IDU-ODU communication gives alarm, then all the information about the
outdoor unit is unknown. This is indicated by sending the dummy argument (a string of
question marks "?") in the response message.
Remark that this function is unknown if the communication between indoor unit and outdoor
unit is disabled or in alarm.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is indicated if the 100 MHz reference from the converter unit is missing or if its level
is out of the allowed range.
Remark that this function is unknown if the communication between indoor unit and outdoor
unit is disabled or in alarm.
This alarm is not applicable for the present generation NTC/2505/xx devices.
RMCP Messages
Remark that this function is unknown if the communication between indoor unit and outdoor
unit is disabled or in alarm.
RMCP Messages
This function is not applicable if the LNB local oscillator in the outdoor unit uses an internal
reference (see 5.19.).
Remark that this function is unknown if the communication between indoor unit and outdoor
unit is disabled or in alarm.
RMCP Messages
An alarm is generated if at least one of the four monitored power supply voltages is out of its
range : +5V (see 7.3.) ; -5V (see 7.4.) ; +15V (see 7.5.) and -15V (see 7.6.).
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
The RMCP-address indicates if the message is bound for the converter unit or the outdoor
unit.
An alarm is indicated if at least one of the alarms is active. For the converter unit is this the
logical-OR of the alarm indications a, c, d, f, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, o, p, q, r (see 7.26.) and the
remote monitor and control alarm (see 7.16.). For the outdoor unit is this the logical-OR of the
alarm indications a, c, d, f, i, and k (see 7.26.).
RMCP Messages
The RMCP-address indicates if the message is bound for the converter unit or the outdoor
unit.
8. MONITOR FUNCTIONS
Monitor functions give information about variables measured in the device. These variables
can not be modified by the operator.
This temperature is used for the compensation of the transmit L-band output gain. The control
of this temperature dependent gain is adapted to reach the target gain. Remark that this can
saturate the transmit L-band output gain.
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
This temperature can be used for the compensation of some temperature dependent
parameters.
Remark that this function is not applicable if the outdoor unit monitor and control is disabled.
RMCP Messages
The value of the transmit gain compensation requested by the outdoor unit (see 6.5.) is
function of this temperature.
Remark that this function is not applicable if the outdoor unit monitor and control is disabled.
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
The transmit power in dBW, as measured at the feed in the outdoor unit.
Remark that this function is not applicable if the outdoor unit monitor and control is disabled.
RMCP Messages
The EIRP in dBW, of the system. The value is calculated as the sum of the transmit power
measured at the feed (see 8.7.) and the antenna gain.
Remark that this function is not applicable if the outdoor unit monitor and control is disabled.
RMCP Messages
Remark that this voltage is measured up to +5.00 volt, but due to limitations of the input
circuit, the accuracy is guaranteed up to +4.00 volt.
The translation to power level depends on the used HPA.
RMCP Messages
Remark that if the DRO lock voltage drops below 3.0 Volt or rises above 7.0 Volt, normal
operation is still possible but the PLL operates close to the alarm limits.
RMCP Messages
If it is enabled by the operator and there is no transmit suppressing alarm, then transmit is on.
Remark that masked alarms (see 5.4.) are not monitored and thus they do not switch off
transmit when they occur.
RMCP Messages
When no saturation occurs, then the actual gain is equal to the target gain (see 6.5.).
If saturation occurs, due to temperature compensation in the converter unit (not shown) or
calibration in function of the frequency (see 5.13), then the actual gain differs from the target
gain. This is also indicated by the transmit gain alarm (see 7.10.).
RMCP Messages
response : Tggs##.# send present applied transmit L-band output gain or the
requested limit (in dB)
Remark that the minimum and maximum value for the applied transmit L-band output gain are
function of the compensations in present use.
The applied gain is always equal to the target gain (see 6.10.), because no compensation is
carried out.
RMCP Messages
response : Rggs##.# send present applied receive gain or the requested limit
(in dB)
RMCP Messages
RMCP Messages
remark if this voltage is below 1.0 V the response will be <1.0 V, this will cause a 10.0 MHz
reference alarm (see section 7.9)
9. TEST FUNCTIONS
The test functions are assistance functions for test and maintenance of the device. These
functions are only achievable in test mode. When the device is in operational mode, then the
controller selects the default operational values.
Remark that it is not guaranteed that the device operates according to specifications when
these parameters are changed. So these functions may never be used in an operational
environment.
For the outdoor unit, about twenty strings are defined. They can be viewed via the dedicated
function when the test functions are enabled. Via RMCP, they had to be requested via the
routing extension function (see 5.25.).
key-input : change the requested string number with the <+>- or <->-key
RMCP Messages
The parameters marked with TBD depend on the target link or the preference of the user.
All these settings are maintained in permanent memory. For the link and user defined values,
the indicated default value is saved in permanent memory on the first use of the device.
Operational system mode, local device control and disabled ODU warm up are fixed start-up
values.
The other system parameters are read from the system part of the permanent memory. These
parameters are saved in permanent memory each time they change.
All these parameters form a device configuration. The here given values form the initial boot
configuration. These configurations can be modified with the configuration load and save
functions (see 5.1. and 5.2.).
11. INSTALLATION
Remove the unit from the box in which it is shipped (keep the box for later transport of the
unit).
Warning :
This equipment is provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord.
The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth
contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor, inside or outside the instrument, is likely
to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
The type of mains plug shipped with each instrument depends on the country of origin.
Verify the unit for damage. If everything seems all right, power can be applied to the unit
(mains socket, switch and fuses are located at the rear panel of the unit).
Caution : Do not connect AC power until you have verified that the line voltage is correct
and the proper fuses are installed. Damage to the equipment could result.
The equipment requires a power source of either 50/60 Hz at 100 V or
50/60 Hz at 240 V. The voltage ranges for these nominal voltage values are
shown in the table :
POWER REQUIREMENT
Input 90 - 130 Vrms or
voltage 180 - 260 Vrms auto select
Frequency 47 to 63 Hz
Power 150 VA max. / 100 VA nom.
Current 100 V/1.00 A or 240 V/0.42 A nominal
Caution : This instrument has autoranging line voltage input ; be sure the supply voltage
is within the specified range.
Checking the fuses : The recommended fuses are size 5 by 20 mm, rates T 3.15 A, 250 V
(UL recognised and IEC approved).
The line fuses are housed in a small container above the rear panel
power connector. To check the fuses, insert the tip of a screwdriver
in the slot at the middle of the container and pry gently to extend the
container. The fuse container is attached to the line module ; it
cannot be removed.
Remark : The power entry module has a marking of 6.3 A max. for the fuse on the fuse body.
This value is applicable to the power entry module only, not to the instrument. The
recommended fuse ratings are printed on the rear panel nearby the fuse holder.
If there is no message at all (display not lighted) or if SYSTEM TEST FAILED is displayed, the
unit is defective and has to be returned.
Adapt the settings for the system functions. Select a device address for remote M&C that is
unique in the target group for the control unit. Adjust the hardware related functions according
to the used outdoor unit and antenna.
Adapt the default control settings (configuration 0) in function of the target link for which the
device is destined. If required more target links may be defined and saved as configurations 1
to 4.
System Parameters :
Control Parameters :
- inject pure carrier at 70 MHz, -20 dBm into the IF INPUT port
- make an RF loopback at the LCU via a 100 m H500 foam coax cable
(20 dB attenuation at 1700 MHz)
- connect a spectrum analyser at the IF OUTPUT and check that the correct level is received :
GAINRX - 23 = 16 - 23 = - 7 dBm
Air intake for cooling is via holes at the bottom and side of the unit. Air flow should not be
obstructed. Therefore, the unit has to be placed on a flat surface, leaving some space below
the bottom of the unit. The feet should not be removed !! The device may also be mounted in
a rack, where it must rest on L-profiles. The environment should be relatively dust free, free of
excessive vibration, ambient temperature below 40°C.
When in operation, the internal temperature of the unit can be monitored on the display
(see 8.1.). The limit of 70°C should not be exceeded.
The unit has been factory tested according to acceptance test procedures and is ready for
operation.
12. SERVICE
CAUTION : Servicing for qualified personnel only
Warning : The opening of the cover is likely to expose dangerous voltages. Disconnect the
instrument from the voltage source while it is being opened :
A. Switch off the power switch on the instrument’s rear panel
B. Disconnect the plug.
12.1. Maintenance
The only maintenance necessary is the replacement of the fans. The following instructions
are to be followed :
- Disconnect the unit from the mains.
- Remove the cover from the frame (24 screws).
- Open the carrier plate.
- Disconnect the wires from the fans to the connector CN13
- Remove the fingerguards from the fans
- Replace the fans. Make sure to use the right fans :
PAPST 614 AXIAL FAN 24V DC, 11L/s, 60x60x25mm.
This component can be ordered through Newtec CY.
- Mount the fans onto the rear panel with the arrow pointing to the outside and the two
wires at the bottom side. Use 8 screws, 8 washers and 8 plain washers as shown on
figure hereafter. Connect the wires to connector CN13 on the main board (see figure on
next page). The red wire is connected to the pin 1 or 3 of CN13 (pin 1 or 3 is indicated
on the main board with the text “FAN + “, see figure). The blue wire is connected to the
pin 2 or 4 of CN13 (pin 2 or 4 is indicated on the main board with the text “FAN - “, see
figure).
screw
washer
plain washer
screw
washer
plain washer
fingerguard
fan
- Close the carrier plate and fix the carrier plate to the frame using 3 screws, 3 washers
and 3 plain washers in the sequence as shown on figure in section 10.3.
- Mount the cover onto the frame
12.2. Troubleshooting
12.2.1. System Test Failed
One of the initialisation functions is a system test of some functions in the device. The
success of this test is indicated with the message "system test passed". If one of the functions
fails the test, then the display shows the message "system test failed hh". hh is a hexadecimal
number that indicates the source of failure.
The hexadecimal failure number corresponds to a bitmap of the different tests with as
definition (bit 7 = MSB) :
An "local EEPROM LRC error" indicates that an error is detected in the permanent memory
block of the NTC/2042/Cx. The parameters are loaded but one of them may be erroneous. It
is possible that they are all correct, since not all the bytes covered by the LRC are used by the
device. The operator has to verify all the device settings, in the system menu and the control
menu and correct the possible erroneous parameter. Parameters in the sytem menu are
saved when changed. Control parameters are to be saved with the configuration save
function. Each save calculates and updates the checksum of the device. If the error persists
then the device has to be returned for revision.
Remark that if the calibration is damaged, then the device has to be returned to the factory for
recalibration.
It is suggested to power-off and again -on the device. If the error(s) persists or reappears,
then a device revision is required.
Please take care to fill-in the serial number, as indicated on the back of the device and as
indicated by the software (system menu), and the version numbers of hardware and software.
CUSTOMER
EQUIPMENT NTC/2042/Cx Universal 70-140 MHz to/from L-band converter
SERIAL Nr
DATE
Values to be recorded from the display in the menu sequence as here below
(We recommend to read the user manual while performing these readouts)
Value Unit
SYSTEM MENU
5.1. Load configuration n.a. 0 to 4
5.2. Save present configuration as n.a. 0 to 4
5.3. Test functions Disabled / Enabled
5.4. Alarm mask Hex number
5.5. Device address Number
5.6. Device control Local / Remote
5.7. Remote Monitor & Control Required / Not required
5.8. Remote M&C type RMCP / MAC
5.9. Device identification Firmware NTC/...
5.10. Serial number NTC/...
5.11. Device capability
5.12. Hardware Limitation
5.13. Transmit RF gain calibration
5.14. ODU Upconverter LO ###### MHz / ##### MHz inv.
frequency
5.15. Receive coax cable loss Included / Excluded
5.16. ODU Downconverter LO ##### MHz / ##### MHz inv.
frequency
5.17. 100 MHz reference for ODU Enabled / Disabled
5.18. Outdoor unit M&C Enabled / Disabled / Routing
5.19. ODU identification NTC/...
5.20. LNB LO-reference Internal / External
5.21. Outdoor Unit Identification NTC/...
CONTROL MENU
6.1. 10.0 MHz osc. reference Internal / External
10.0 MHz osc. offset ppm
6.2. Transmit IF input frequency 70 MHz / 140 MHz
6.3. Transmit IF spectrum inversion On/Off
6.4. Transmit IF input gain s##.# dB
6.5. Transmit L-band output gain s##.# dB
6.6. Transmit L-band output Off / 15.0 dB
attenuator
6.7. Transmit RF output frequency #####.##### MHz
6.8. Transmit control Enabled / Disabled
6.9. Receive RF input frequency ####.#### MHz
6.10. Receive gain s##.# dB, coax cable Included / Excluded
6.11. Receive IF output frequency 70 MHz / 140 MHz
6.12. Receive RF spectrum inversion On/Off
ALARM MENU
7.1. Reset Memorised Alarms n.a.
7.2. Control Setting OK / incomp. + number
7.3. +5 V power supply x V.pow.sup + alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm
+ Number ###
7.4. -5 V power supply x V.pow.sup + alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm
+ Number ###
7.5. +15 V power supply x V.pow.sup + alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm
+ Number ###
7.6. -15 V power supply x V.pow.sup + alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm
+ Number ###
7.7. External ref. 10 MHz alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.8. 10.0 MHz oscillator sync alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.9. 10.0 MHz oscillator lock alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.10. Tx / Rx LO-PLL alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.11. Transmit synthesizer alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.12. Transmit local oscillator alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.13. Transmit gain alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.14. Receive synthesizer alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.15. Receive local oscillator alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.16. Remote M&C alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.17. 100 MHz for ODU alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.18. IDU - ODU communication alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.19. ODU power supply alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.20. ODU external reference alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.21. ODU transmit local oscillator alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.22. LNB local oscillator alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.23. Converter unit power supply alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.24. Converter unit transmit alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.25. Converter unit receive alarm/no alarm/mem.alarm + Number ###
7.26. Reset all memorised alarms (clear)
MONITOR MENU
8.1. Internal temperature s##.# °C
8.2. 10.0 MHz oscillator temperature s##.# °C
8.3. 10.0 MHz oscill. freq. variation s#.## E- #/s
8.4. Outdoor converter temperature s##.# °C
8.5. ODU SSPA temperature (v1.xx) s##.# °C
8.6. HPA temperature volt. s##.# °C
8.7. Transmit power at feed (v1.xx) s##.# dBW
8.8. ODU EIRP Level (v1.xx) s##.# dBW
8.9. HPA power voltage s##.# dBW
8.10.Transmit DRO loop voltage s##.# dBW
TEST MENU
9.1. Transmit prescaler selection 32 / 33
9.2. Transmit tuneable filter ###
9.3. Receive prescaler selection 32 / 33
9.4. Receive tuneable filter ###
9.5. <Engineering string> Test menu ODU eng.str. ### (+/-)
active alarm
memorised alarm
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washer
plain washer
carrier plate
In order to change the +18V DC-voltage on the L-band Rx connector from enabled to disabled
the following instructions are to be followed :
jumper J9 jumper J9
position 1 position 2
Figure 2
- Close the carrier plate and fix the carrier plate to the frame using 3 screws, 3 washers
and 3 plain washers in the sequence as shown in the figure in section 10.3.
- Mount the cover onto the frame.
REMARK : Before changing the settings, make sure to disconnect the unit from the mains.
1 1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3 3
J4 J6 J5 J7 J8
RS485 (DEFAULT)
JUMPER POSITION
J4 1-2
J5 1-2
J6 1-2
J7 1-2
J8 1-2
RS232
JUMPER POSITION
J4 2-3
J5 2-3
J6 2-3
J7 2-3
J8 2-3
- Close the carrier plate and fix the carrier plate to the frame using 3 screws, 3 washers and
3 plain washers in the sequence as shown on the figure in section 10.3.
- Mount the cover onto the frame.
The connector pinout and the electrical levels for the RS-485 electrical interface are the same
as for the RMCP interface (see 4.)
The Converter Unit emulates the commercial DGH-1700 module, which provides the MAC-
interface on the other devices. In this manner, a Non-Redundancy RF Controller is formed.
The 30 command and status pins of this RF controller are defined as :
The pin configuration is fixed : pin B01 and pins B0B up to B1D are status pins, thus inputs for
the RF controller; pins B02 up to B0A are control pins, thus outputs from the RF controller.
Pins B00, B03 up to B09 and B0E up to B1D are not used, they are reserved for future use.
The not used status pins are set at “0”.
Input or status pin B01 indicates if the RF Controller is of the Redundancy type (1) or the Non
Redundancy type (0). Because the RF controller is of the Non Redundancy type, this pin gives
always 0 when read.
Output pin B02 controls the transmit L-band output of the converter unit (see 6.8.) and the
SSPA in the outdoor unit.
Selections : 1 enabled, the transmit carrier signal is passed to the L-band output, if there are
no alarms in operational mode or always in test mode
0 disabled, the transmit carrier signal is always switched off at the L-band
output
Remark that to obtain a maximum signal suppression when transmit is off, in addition to the
interruption of the L-band switch, also the L-band output attenuator is switched on (see 6.6.)
and the L-band output gain in minimised (see 6.5.).
Selections : 0 enabled, the device suppresses transmit when it receives no messages from
the SET (Remote Monitor and Control Alarm, see 7.16).
1 disabled, the device does not suppress transmit when it receives no
messages from the SET.
Remark that the ETSI monitoring may only be disabled during the down-load of the SET.
During the downloading, the SET is not able to generate the necessary messages to prevent
the Remote Monitor and Control Alarm.
Input pin B0B monitors the alarm status of the SSPA (1 = alarm, 0 = normal).
An SSPA alarm is indicated if one of its power supplies (voltages and currents) is out of range
or if the SSPA heatsink temperature is out of range. This alarm suppresses transmit in
operational mode.
The appearance of an active SSPA alarm always unconditionally switches off the SSPA. It
remains off until the operator has confirmed this alarm, by clearing the memorised SSPA
alarm, and reactivated the SSPA. Next, the operator has to disable transmit and then re-
enable it (see 6.8.).
WARNING : if the SSPA alarm reappears, the outdoor unit needs to be revised !
Remark that if the information from the outdoor unit is unkown (see 7.18.) then the SSPA is
said to be in alarm.
Input pin B0C monitors the alarm status of the LNA (1 = alarm, 0 = normal).
Due to the implementation of the RF-head, the LNA alarm is coupled to the receive DRO
alarm (see 7.21.). If the LNA does not operate as expected, then the receive DRO will not be
able to lock and if the receive DRO is not locked, then the LNA can not work.
A receive local oscillator alarm, and thus a LNA alarm, is generated if the DRO is not locked.
Remark that if the information from the outdoor unit is unkown (see 7.18.) then the LNA is said
to be in alarm.
Input pin B0D monitors the alarm status of the Local Oscillators in the converter unit and the
RF head.
An alarm (1 = alarm, 0 = normal) is indicated if one or more of the individual oscillators in the
alarm state. The covered oscillators are : 10.0 MHz Oscillator Lock (see 7.9.),
Transmit/Receive Local Oscillator PLL (see 7.10.), Transmit Synthesiser (see 7.11.), Transmit
Local Oscillators (see 7.12.), Receive Synthesiser (see 7.14.), Receive Local Oscillators
(see 7.15.), 100 MHz Reference for Outdoor Unit (see 7.16.), Outdoor Unit 100 MHz
Reference Level (see 7.20.), Outdoor Unit Transmit Local Oscillator (see 7.21.) and LNB
Local Oscillator (see 7.22.).
Remark that if the information from the outdoor unit is unkown (see 7.15.) then the LO is said
to be in alarm.
The following symbols are used for the definition of the command set :
? the error prompt, ASCII 3F hex, indicating the start of an error response in
reaction to an invalid request
<addr> the device address (one character) for communication with the remote control
unit (see 5.5.), fixed at 49 (character “1”, ASCII 31 hex)
<check> the checksum of the message, this is the sum of the ASCII-values of the start
character (#, * or ?), the address character, the header characters
and the (optional) data characters or pin name characters. This sum,
modulo 256, is represented as two hexadecimal characters added at
the end of the message.
<CR> the carriage return character, ASCII 0D hex, indicating the end of the message
The representation of the direction for the 30 input/output lines is given as 8 hexadecimal
nibbles (hhhhhhhh), four lines/nibble, most significant nibble first, most significant line first. A 0
configures the corresponding line as input, a 1 represents an output.
Because the I/O configuration for a non redundancy RF-head is fixed (see B.2.), the only valid
direction assignment is 000007FC hex. This is also the default (power-on) value. All other
direction assignments are refused with an error message.
Remark that the new received configuration becomes valid after the reception of an
acknowledge command (ACK, see B.3.6.).
request : #<addr>AIOhhhhhhhh<CR>
response : *<addr>AIO<check><CR>
The "assign output bit"-command (AOB) configures an individual I/O line to be output and thus
to control external equipment.
The data represents the name of the pin which is to be configured as output.
Because the I/O configuration for a nonredundant RF-head is fixed (see B.2.), the only output
pins B02 up to B0A can be assigned as output. Output assignments for the input pins B01 and
B0B up to B1D are refused with an error message.
Remark that the new received output pin assignment becomes active after the reception of an
acknowledge command (ACK, see B.3.6.).
request : #<addr>AOB<pin><CR>
response : *<addr>AOB<pin><check><CR>
The "digital output"-command (DO) is used to specify the output data for all output lines at
once.
The representation of output data for the 30 lines is given as 8 hexadecimal nibbles
(hhhhhhhh), four lines/nibble, most significant nibble first, most significant line first. A 0
switches the corresponding output off, a 1 switches the output off. The bits referring to input
lines are neglected.
Remark that the new received output data becomes valid after the reception of an
acknowledge command (ACK, see B.3.6.).
request : #<addr>DOhhhhhhhh<CR>
response : *<addr>DO<check><CR>
The "clear bit"-command (CB) is used to switch off an individual output line.
The data represents the name of the output pin which is to be switched off.
Remark that the output pin is switched off after the reception of an acknowledge command
(ACK, see B.3.6.).
request : #<addr>CB<pin><CR>
response : *<addr>CB<pin><check><CR>
The data represents the name of the output pin which is to be switched on.
Remark that the output pin is switched on after the reception of an acknowledge command
(ACK, see B.3.6.).
request : #<addr>SB<pin><CR>
response : *<addr>SB<pin><check><CR>
B.3.6. Acknowledge
The commands that require an acknowledge for execution are : assign input/output (AIO),
assign output bit (AOB), digital output (DO), set bit (SB) and clear bit (CB). If one of these
commands is not followed by an acknowledge, then the command is not executed and its
information is lost. An acknowledge received after an input read command has no effect.
request : #<addr>ACK<CR>
response : *<addr>ACK<check><CR>
The "digital input"-command (DI) is used to read the logical state of all the input lines in
parallel.
The representation of input data from the 30 lines is given as 8 hexadecimal nibbles
(hhhhhhhh), four lines/nibble, most significant nibble first, most significant line first. The bits
referring to output lines are read as 0.
request : #<addr>DI<CR>
response : *<addr>DIhhhhhhhh<check><CR>
The "read input bit"-command (RIB) is used to read the logical state of an individual input line.
The request data represents the name of the input pin which is to be read.
The response data b corresponds to the binary representation (ASCII "0" or "1") of the logical
state of the input line.
A "read input bit"-command referring to an output pin is refused with an error message.
request : #<addr>RIB<pin><CR>
response : *<addr>RIB<pin>b<check><CR>
(*) As indicated in the Data Sheet - description text, it is recommended that the Tx IF gain is
selected such that a total intermediate level of -10 dBm is obtained.
(*) The best spurious performance will be obtained for an IFL (RF) output level of -10 dBm.
(*) Example :
IF Tx input : 3 carriers (at -15, -17, -20 dBm respectively)
Total power is -12.1 dBm.
(*) The normal gain setting at the frontpanel takes account of the loss of the IFL coax cable
which can be :
100 m - H.500 (foam)
200 m - 1/2”
25 m - RG-233/U
(as described in data sheet of 2505/xL-series).
(*) In case that the gain compression of the receive chain is critical (as is the case for big
antennas followed by a high gain PL-LNB), the Rx IF gain must be selected such that the
highest 1 dB compression point at the IF output is obtained.
(*) Example :
(ii) For a PL-LNB with a 1 dB compression point > +3 dBm, this means that there is
more than 10 dB back-off which is considered as acceptable for a worst case level
calculation.
(iii) Since receive chain compression is critical, the IFL (RF) to 70/140 MHz converter is
placed at the optimal gain of :
(iv) Since the PL-LNB output is maximum -18 dBm/transponder, the loss between
PL-LNB & Down Converter should be at least 32 dB.
If a 100 m H.500 coax cable is used with a loss of 17 dB, this means that an extra
attenuator of 15 dB should be placed at the input of the Down Converter.
If multicarrier operation is performed in one transponder, usually the center of the transponder
is selected at the IF center frequency.
This is of cause a special case of the multicarrier operation, which can also be applied for
single carrier operation. An alternative is however to use the modulator at exactly 70 or
140 MHz and use the tuning of the up/down converter, which has a very fine resolution.
In case multicarriers can be transmitted over multitransponders, the following concept is valid.
IF IFL RF
IF/IFL
CONVERTER 1
COMBINER
BLOCK UP
CONVERTER
NTC/2073/Z4 +
IF/IFL NTC/3631/Xz
CONVERTER 2
IF/IFL
CONVERTER 3
PL-LNB
IF/IFL
CONVERTER 4
closed if converter OK 1
6 N.C.
converter status common 2
7 N.C.
closed if converter alarm 3
8 N.C.
N.C. 4
9 N.C.
N.C. 5
Remark that during initialisation or when the device is powered down, then these contacts
indicate alarm.