LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory for the LPOD or SPOD PS 1, PS 1.5, PS 2 Operation Manual IMPORTANT NOTE: The information contained in this document supersedes all previously published information regarding this product. Product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory for the LPOD or SPOD PS 1, PS 1.5, PS 2 Operation Manual Part Number MN-LPODNET Revision 3 Copyright © 2013 Comtech EF Data. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. Comtech EF Data, 2114 West 7th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA, 480.333.2200, FAX: 480.333.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................ III TABLES ............................................................................................................................................. V FIGURES............................................................................................................................................ V PREFACE ..........................................
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Table of Contents CHAPTER 2. 2.1 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET SETUP .................................................................................................................. 2–1 Getting Started ................................................................................................................... 2–1 2.2 Connecting the LPODnet to the SSPA Using the CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface Cable........... 2–3 2.2.1 CA-0000352 RJ-45 Connectors ...........................
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Table of Contents Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 3.6.3.2 Page Navigation .............................................................................................................. 3–12 3.6.3.3 Page Sections .................................................................................................................. 3–12 3.6.3.4 Action Buttons ................................................................................................................ 3–13 3.6.3.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Table of Contents Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Figure 3-3. Home | Support Page ........................................................................................................... 3–16 Figure 3-4. Admin | Access Page............................................................................................................. 3–17 Figure 3-5. Admin | SNMP Page .............................................................................................................
PREFACE About this Manual This manual provides operation information for the Comtech EF Data LPODnet, a Monitor and Control (M&C) accessory used with CEFD’s LPOD PS 1, PS 1.5, and PS 2 Outdoor Amplifiers / Block Up Converters (BUCs), and SPOD PS 1, PS 1.5, and PS 2 Outdoor Amplifiers. This manual is intended for use by the persons responsible for the operation and maintenance of the LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory and these SSPAs.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Conventions and References Patents and Trademarks See all of Comtech EF Data's Patents and Patents Pending at http://patents.comtechefdata.com. Comtech EF Data acknowledges that all trademarks are the property of the trademark owners. Warnings, Cautions and Notes A WARNING informs you about a possible hazard that MAY CAUSE DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. A CAUTION informs you about a possible hazard that MAY CAUSE INJURY or PROPERTY DAMAGE.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Metric Conversion This manual provides Metric conversion information on the inside back cover of this manual as a means to assist the operator in cross-referencing non-Metric to Metric conversions. Electrical Safety Notifications You should carefully review the information that follows. Safety Notice The LPODnet and LPOD or SPOD products are used with equipment that has been designed to minimize exposure of personnel to hazards.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET • Grounding: The transceiver provides a grounding terminal. This is provided to allow you to ground the transceiver to the antenna’s grounding network. All components installed at the antenna should be grounded to a common grounding point at the antenna. • Electrical welding: If welding needs to take place at the antenna, disconnect all cables from the transceiver except for the ground wire. Cap all RF connections with terminations.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Warranty Policy Comtech EF Data products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a specific period from the date of shipment, and this period varies by product. In most cases, the warranty period is two years. During the warranty period, Comtech EF Data will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET The warranty does not cover any labor involved in the removal and or reinstallation of warranted equipment or parts on site, or any labor required to diagnose the necessity for repair or replacement.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Getting Help Review the Warranty Policy before contacting Comtech EF Data Technical Support or Customer Service. Contacting Comtech EF Data Contact Comtech EF Data for: • Technical Support – Product support or training. • Customer Service – Information on returning an in-warranty or out-of-warranty product for upgrade or repair. Be prepared to provide the product model number and its serial number.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Preface Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Returning a Product for Upgrade or Repair Step Task 1 Go to the Comtech EF Data Service page (http://www.comtechefdata.com/ service.asp) and read the Return Material Authorization section in its entirety.
Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Overview This menual is intended for the persons responsible for the operation and maintenance of Comtech EF Data’s LPOD Outdoor Amplifier / Block Up Converter (BUC) systems, and SPOD Outdoor Amplifier systems (the LPOD and SPOD are referred to collectively as the SSPAs throughout the remainder of this document).
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Introduction Revision 3 MN-LPODNET device that runs the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system (or Windows XP or earlier operating systems) and the Microsoft Windows’ Internet Explorer 6.0 or later Web browser (or equivalent), and is configured with Ethernet functionality and an available RJ-45 Ethernet external network jack. 1.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Introduction 1.3 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Using Memory Expansion Cards The Samsung NB30 Plus Netbook’s CPU features a flash-memory controller that ensures preconfigured and stored LPODnet settings are retained even if the rechargeable 5900mAh lithium-ion battery gets low or fails completely. Figure 1-1. SD/SDHC/MMC Memory Card Usage (Not Included) In addition to supporting USB 2.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Introduction Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Notes: 1–4
Chapter 2. SETUP 2.1 Getting Started The items shown in Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 or Figure 2-3 depict what is minimally required to use this operation manual: CEFD LPODnet Accessory Kit P/N KT-0000203 Item Qty CEFD Part Number Description 1 1 PP-0000134 Samsung NB30 Plus Netbook (Model NP-NB30-JP01US) 2 1 PP-0000138 USB Utility Flash Drive 3 1 CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface Cable Assembly Figure 2-1.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup LPOD PS 1 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET LPOD PS 1.5 LPOD PS 2 Figure 2-2. Comtech EF Data’s LPOD Outdoor Amplifiers / Block Up Converters (Sold separately) SPOD PS 1 SPOD PS 1.5 SPOD PS 2 Figure 2-3.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup 2.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Connecting the LPODnet to the SSPA Using the CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface Cable The Figure 2-4 diagram shows the connections for the CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface Cable. The cable’s RJ-45 ends (labeled ‘J2’ and ‘J3’) connect either to the LPODnet Netbook or to a userprovided Ethernet switch or hub.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 2.2.1 CA-0000352 RJ-45 Connectors 2.2.1.1 (1X) RJ-45 Connection for Standalone Applications For standalone applications, the CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface Cable connects directly between the SSPA and the LPODnet. Figure 2-5.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Figure 2-6. CA-0000352 RJ-45 1:1 Redundancy Application Connections For 1:1 Redundancy applications only – Follow these steps to connect the Ethernet Interface Cable RJ-45 ‘J2’ and ‘J3’ connectors (Figure 2-6): Step Task 1 Typical for each CA-0000352 RJ-45 connection (‘J2’ and ‘J3’): Press down the tab on the pertinent RJ-45 plug, and then insert the plug into its corresponding jack in the user-provided Ethernet switch or hub.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup 2.2.2.1 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Circular Connector Connection for Standalone Applications For standalone configurations, the CA-0020526 Serial Interface Cable connects directly between the CLC-10 and the SSPA. Connect the CA-0020526 Serial Interface Cable’s 19-pin circular connector to the SSPA’s ‘J6|COM1’ port as per the steps described in Sect. Error! Reference source not found., and as shown in Figure 2-8. Figure 2-8.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Connect the CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface Cable’s ‘P1’ 19-pin circular connector to the Redundant Loop Cable Assembly ‘J1’ receptacle as shown in Figure 2-9. 2.3 1:1 Redundancy Applications – Cabling Requirements Figure 2-10 and Figure 2-11 show the SSPA 1:1 Redundancy System cabling requirements. See Figure 2-9 for an example of the CA-0000352 ‘P1’ -to- Redundant Loop Cable Assembly User M&C ‘J1’ connection. 2.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Figure 2-10.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Figure 2-11.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Setup Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Notes: 2–10
Chapter 3. ETHERNET-BASED M&C USING THE LPODNET 3.1 Important Disclaimer The bulk of content in this chapter is taken directly from Chapter 4. ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT in Comtech EF Data’s LPOD Outdoor Amplifier / Block Up Converter (BUC) Installation and Operation Manual (CEFD P/N MN-LPOD). With few exceptions, this content is also identical to the SPOD Outdoor Amplifier Installation and Operation Manual (CEFD P/N MN-SPODPSX).
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.3 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET SSPA Ethernet Management Interface Protocols As accessed by the LPODnet, the SSPA’s 100BaseT/10BaseTx Ethernet Management Interface supports three separately-operated management protocols: 3.4 • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This requires a user-supplied Network Management System (NMS) and a user-supplied Management Information Base (MIB) File Browser. • Telnet Interface.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET MIB File/Name (where ‘x’ is revision letter) Description FW-0000289x.mib SSPA MIB file MIB file consists of all of the OID’s for management of the SSPA functions FW-0000290x.mib SSPA Traps MIB file Trap MIB file is provided for SNMPv1 traps common for the SSPA. 3.4.2 SNMP Community Strings In SNMP v1/v2c, the SNMP Community String is sent unencrypted in the SNMP packets.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET MIB2 SNMPv1 trap: Authentication Failure 5 MIB2 SNMPv2 notifications: Authentication Failure 1.3.6.1.6.3.1.1.5.5 For a list of the Faults v1 Traps / v2 Notifications supported by the SSPA, see Sect. 4.3.3 SNMP Traps in Chapter 4. ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT in the pertinent SSPA manual (CEFD P/N MN-LPOD or MN-SPODPSX). 3.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 3.5.1 Basic Remote Control Protocol via the Telnet Interface Whether in EIA-232 or EIA-485 mode, all remote control data is transmitted as asynchronous serial characters, suitable for transmission and reception by a UART. The character format should be 8N1 (8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit). The baud rate may vary between 2400 and 38400 baud. All data is transmitted in framed packets.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Because this is used to provide a reliable indication of the start of packet, these two characters may not appear anywhere else within the body of the message. 3.5.1.1.2 Target Address Up to 9,999 devices can be uniquely addressed. In EIA-232 applications this value is set to 0. In EIA-485 applications, the permissible range of values is 1 to 9999.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 2. From Target-to-Controller, the only permitted characters are: This character is used in two ways: (ASCII code 61) First, if the Controller has sent a query code to a Target (for example: MUT?, meaning ‘is the Mute enabled or disabled?’), the Target would respond with MUT=x, where x represents the state in question: 1 being ‘enable’ and 0 being ‘disable’.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.5.1.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Summary of Remote Control Commands and Queries Table 3-1 on the next page summarizes the remote commands and queries available for the SSPA. Full explanations of functionality are provided in Chapter 5. SERIAL-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT in the pertinent SSPA manual (CEFD P/N MN-LPOD or MN-SPODPSX). • Column ‘C’ = Command. • Column ‘Q’ = Query.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Table 3-1.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET SSPA Web Server (HTTP) Interface A user‐supplied web browser allows the full monitor and control (M&C) of the SSPA from its Web Server Interface. This embedded web application is designed for, and works best with, Microsoft’s Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or higher (the examples shown use Internet Explorer Version 7.0).
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 1. Each unit on the network must have its own unique IP address before it is connected to an existing network. The IP address may need to be changed to something other than the factory default setting by using the command IPA=xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx.yy, where: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is a valid IP address on the network where the unit will be installed, and yy is the range (typically, yy = 24). 2.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 3.6.3 Web Server Interface – Operational Features 3.6.3.1 Menu Tree This menu tree diagram lists the features available through the SSPA Web Server Interface (except where noted ** for LPOD operations only). This interface features four navigation tabs (shown in blue). The nested page hyperlinks (grey) provide access to individual Web pages.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.3.4 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Action Buttons Action buttons are important in the SSPA Web Server Interface. Click an action button to do one of these tasks: • Refresh the page with current data. • Reset changed parameters to remove unsaved changes. • Submit (permanently save) changes. If you edit a field, make sure to click the action button before you leave the page.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet Revision 3 MN-LPODNET 3.6.4 Web Server Interface – Web Page Descriptions The Web Server Interface pages, as depicted in the figures featured through the end of this chapter, show operational examples from the LPOD Web Server Interface. The appearance of these pages will vary from your actual implemented network. These figures are provided for reference purposes only. 3.6.4.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.1.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Home | Contact Use this page to see the contact information (phone, fax, or Web/e-mail hyperlinks) for Comtech EF Data Sales or Customer Support. Figure 3-2.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.1.3 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Home | Support For this page to operate correctly, the Administrator must define the SMTP server, domain name, and destination on the Admin | Access page (see Sect.3.6.4.2.1). This page uses SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol) to compose and send an e-mail message to Comtech EF Customer Support (techsupport@comtechefdata.com). Use this communications portal for questions about or problems with the unit.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Admin Pages The Admin pages are available only to users who have logged in using the Administrator Name and Password. Click the Admin tab, and then select the Access or SNMP hyperlink to continue. 3.6.4.2.1 Admin | Access The Administrator must use this page to manage the Web Server Interface user access settings. Figure 3-4.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.2.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Admin | SNMP The Administrator must use this page to manage the SSPA SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) settings. Figure 3-5.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.3 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Config Pages Click the Config tab, and then click the Amplifier, LNB (LPOD only), Utility, or Redundancy hyperlink to continue. 3.6.4.3.1 Config | Amplifier Use this page to configure the communications, operations, and alarms/faults handling for the amplifier. Figure 3-6.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.3.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Config | LNB (LPOD Only) The ‘Config | LNB’ page is not applicable to SPOD operations. Use this page to configure the LPOD’s Low-Noise Block Downconverter parameters, and display the LNB status for L-Band operation. Figure 3-7.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.3.3 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Config | Utility Use this page to configure SSPA operating parameters. Figure 3-8.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.3.4 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Config | Redundancy See Appendix A. 1:1 REDUNDANCY in the pertinent SSPA manual (CEFD P/N MN-LPOD or MN-SPODPSX) for more information about 1:1 redundant operations. Use this page to configure the SSPA’s Redundancy Switch Mode. Figure 3-9.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.4 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Status Pages Use these pages to access to event logging, operational statistics, status, FET windows, and operational trending graphs. Click the Status tab, and then click the Summary, Status, FETs, Events, Statistics, or Trending Graphs hyperlink to continue. 3.6.4.4.1 Status | Summary Use this read-only page to view pertinent condensed information about the SSPA unit and its current operating state.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.4.2 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Status | Status Use this read-only page to review all pertinent information about the SSPA. Unlike the remaining pages available through this interface that refresh/update only when manually selected, the ‘Status | Status’ page updates automatically once every 10 seconds. Even with this automatic refresh function, you may click [Refresh] to update the operational status parameters found on this page.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.4.3 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Status | FETs Use this read-only page to monitor the current operating status of the SSPA’s Q01 through Q09 RF Power Field Effect Transistors (FETs) that are installed in the RF amplifier. Figure 3-12.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.4.4 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Status | Events Use this page to view with all pertinent information about stored events, and to define the alarm parameters that determine how ongoing SSPA operations shall trigger events and alarms. Figure 3-13.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.4.5 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Status | Statistics Use this page to review all unread (stored) statistics, and to configure how the SSPA handles and displays statistics. Figure 3-14.
LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory Ethernet-Based M&C using the LPODnet 3.6.4.4.6 Revision 3 MN-LPODNET Status | Graphs This scrollable page features a universal page controls bar plus seven trending and operations graphs that provide statistics for the following parameters: • Temperature • Power • LNB Current • Amplifier Status • Mute Status • Online Status • Minimum Fan Speed Figure 3-15.
METRIC CONVERSIONS Units of Length Unit Millimeter Centimeter Inch Foot Yard Meter Kilometer Mile 1 millimeter 1 0.1 0.0394 0.0033 0.0011 0.001 1 x 10-6 6.214 x 10-7 1 centimeter 10 1 0.3937 0.0328 0.0109 0.01 1 x 10-5 6.214 x 10-6 1 inch 25.4 2.54 1 0.0833 0.0278 0.0254 2.54 x 10-5 1.578 x 10-5 1 foot 304.8 30.48 12 1 0.3333 0.3048 3.048 x 10-4 1.894 x 10-4 1 yard 914.4 91.44 36 3 1 0.9144 9.144 x 10-4 5.682 x 10-4 1 meter 1000 100 39.37 3.2808 1.
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