MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Installation and 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. Part Number MN/MBT4000.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Installation and Operation Manual Part Number MN/MBT4000.IOM Revision 4 July 2, 2009 Copyright © 2009 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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Errata A for MN/MBT4000.IOM Rev 4 Comtech EF Data Documentation Update Subject: Errata Part Number: PLM CO Number: Comments: ER-MNMBT4000.EA4 Chapter 4, p. 4-2, Update Table 4-2, C-band frequency ER-MNMBT4000.EA4 (Errata documents are not subject to revision.) C-0024197 See attached page(s). The new information will be included in the next released revision of the manual.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System System Operating Parameters 4.4 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Block Down Converter Module (BDC-4000) Operating Parameters The BDC-4000 translates a band-specific input frequency block (C-, X-, or Ku- or Ka-Band) from the LNA down to L-Band (950 to 2000 MHz). Table 4-2.
Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................. III TABLES ...................................................................................................................................... VI FIGURES .................................................................................................................................... VI PREFACE ................................................................
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Table of Contents 1.5 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM System Overview ......................................................................................................................... 1–3 1.6 Summary of Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–4 1.6.1 Environmental & Physical .................................................................................................... 1–4 1.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Table of Contents Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 4.4 Block Down Converter Module (BDC-4000) Operating Parameters ..................................... 4–2 4.5 Monitoring Operations via the LED Indicators ....................................................................... 4–2 CHAPTER 5. 5.1 FLASH UPGRADING ...................................................................................... 5–1 Overview ...........................................................
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Table of Contents Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM C.3 Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Operation ............................................................................. C–2 C.4 External Fault Monitoring ........................................................................................................ C–3 C.5 LNA Power Supply Current Monitoring ................................................................................. C–3 C.
PREFACE About this Manual This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System. This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the MBT-4000. Comtech EF Data has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order to provide an easy-to-use guide to your equipment.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Conventions and References Cautions and Warnings IMPORTANT or NOTE indicates information critical for proper equipment function. IMPORTANT CAUTION WARNING CAUTION 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.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference that requires the user to take adequate protection measures. EN 55022 –1998 Compliance This equipment meets the radio disturbance characteristic specifications for information technology equipment as defined per EN 55022 1998.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Safety Compliance EN 60950 – 1997 Compliance Applicable testing is routinely performed as a condition of manufacturing on all units to ensure compliance with safety requirements of the European Union Low Voltage Directive (EN 60950). This equipment meets the Safety of Information Technology Equipment specification as defined in EN 60950.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 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.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM A fixed charge established for each product will be imposed for all equipment returned for warranty repair where Comtech EF Data Corporation cannot identify the cause of the reported failure. Exclusive Remedies Comtech EF Data Corporation’s warranty, as stated is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed, implied, or statutory, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Customer Support Contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department for: • Product support or training • Reporting comments or suggestions concerning manuals • Information on upgrading or returning a product A Customer Support representative may be reached at: Comtech EF Data Attention: Customer Support Department 2114 West 7th Street Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA 480.333.2200 (Main Comtech EF Data number) 480.333.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.
Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Overview Comtech EF Data’s MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver, shown in Figure 1-1, is designed to perform C-, X-, or Ku-Band RF to L-Band down conversion and L-Band to C-, X-, or Ku- or KaBand RF up conversion. Figure 1-1. Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver 1.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM • System status verification via LEDs located behind a removable cover • Flexible configuration: 2 Ups 2 Downs 1Up / 1 Down Figure 1-2 depicts the operation schematic for a typical MBT-4000 application.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Figure 1-3. Operational Diagram for Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Option 1.5 System Overview The MBT-4000 Multi-Band Tranceiver System is constructed in a modular configuration. Figure 1-4 illustrates the key components of this configuration. Common to the configuration for any frequency band of operation is a base module, which provides the Monitor and Control (M&C), Power Supply, and Reference function.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction 1.6 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Summary of Specifications 1.6.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction 1.6.3 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM BDC-4000 Block Down Converter ODU Output Frequency Range Input Frequency (by model) 950 – 2000 MHz BUC-4000C 3400 – 4200 MHz BUC-4000X 7250 – 7750 MHz BUC-4000Ku 10.95 – 12.75 GHz BUC-4000Ka 20.20 – 21.20 GHz 17.70 – 18.70 GHz (optional band) 18.70 – 19.20 GHz (optional band) 19.20 – 20.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction 1.7 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Dimensional Envelope Figure 1-4.
Chapter 2. INSTALLATION 2.1 Unpacking and Inspection Inspect shipping containers for damage. If shipping containers are damaged, keep them until the contents of the shipment have been carefully inspected and checked for normal operation. The MBT-5003 L-Band Up/Down Converter System and its Installation and Operation Manual are packaged and shipped in a pre-formed, reusable cardboard carton containing foam spacing for maximum shipping protection.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Installation 2.2 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Installation The Base Module for the MBT-4000 system – which provides the M&C, Power Supply, and Reference interfaces – may be located near or on the antenna. Guide pins and mechanical clamps keep the bandspecific BUC and BDC modules in place on top of the Base Module. Cables to the antenna and IDU complete the installation.
Chapter 3. EXTERNAL CONNECTORS 3.1 External Connectors Overview As shown in Figure 3-1, connectors provided on the MBT4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System provide all necessary external connections between the the transceiver and other equipment. Note: This figure depicts an MBT-4000 configuration with (1) BUC-4000 Block Up Converter Module and (1) BDC-4000 Block Down Converter Module installed. RF Side IF Side (Cable Loops removed for clarity) Figure 3-1.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM MBT-4000 External Connectors Table 3-1 summarizes the external connections and identifies the chapter sections providing connector pinout information. Table 3-1. MBT-4000 External Connectors Signal Side (Sect.) Module MBT-4000 Base IF (3.2.1) Ref Des Name Sect. J1 POWER 3.2.1.1 J2 COMM 3.2.1.2 J3 UNIT 1 COMM 3.2.1.3 Serial communication and Summary Fault Communicate to BxC Unit 1 J4 IF SWITCH 3.2.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 3.2.1 IF Signal Side Connectors 3.2.1.1 POWER (J1) Table 3-2. POWER (J1) Pin Connections Pin Signal A LINE B NEUTRAL C GND NOTE - Mating Connectors: CEFD P/N CN/MS-STPG03F02 (ITT Cannon KPT06B-12-3S) 3.2.1.2 COMM (J2) Table 3-3.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.3 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM UNIT 1 COMM (J3) The J3 UNIT 1 COMM connector is used for connecting the MBT-4000 Base Module Unit 1 section to the J6 COMM connector featured on both the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter and BDC-4000 Block Down Converter Modules via the 15-15 Power & Signal Harness (CEFD P/N CA/WR10963-1), as shown in Figure 3-2. Table 3-4.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.4 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM IF Switch (J4) Table 3-5. IF Switch (J4) Connector Pinouts Pin Signal A POS 1 IF B GND C POS 2 IF D POS 1 IND IF E GND F POS 2 IND IF NOTE - Mating Connectors: CEFD P/N CN/MS3116J10-6P (Cannon MS3116J10-6P) 3.2.1.5 Ext Ref (External Reference) (J5) The J5 EXT REF connector is a Type ‘N’ female connector, used to provide an External 10MHz Reference Input.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.6 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM UNIT 2 COMM (J6) The J6 UNIT 2 COMM connector is used for connecting the MBT-4000 Base Module Unit 2 section to the J6 COMM connector featured on both the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter and BDC-4000 Block Down Converter Modules, via the 15-15 Power & Signal Harness (CEFD P/N CA/WR10963-1), as shown in Figure 3-3. Table 3-6.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.7 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Ground Connector A #10-32 stud is used for connecting a common chassis ground among equipment. 3.2.1.8 IF IN (J4, BUC-4000 ONLY) The J4 IF IN connector, located on the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter Module, is a Type ‘N’ female connector, used to provide the IF Input signal for the upconverter. 3.2.1.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 3.2.1.10 IF OUT (J4, BDC-4000 ONLY) The J4 IF OUT connector, located on the BDC-4000 Block Down Converter Module, is a Type ‘N’ female connector, used to provide the downcoverted IF Output signal. 3.2.2 RF Signal Side Connectors 3.2.2.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.2.2 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM AUX COMM 2 (J8) Table 3-9. AUX COMM 2 (J8) Connector Pinouts Pin Signal A AUX Rx + B B AUX Rx – B C AUX Tx + B D AUX Tx – B E +12.6V LNA B F I02 A/Fault G I02 B H GND NOTE - Mating Connectors: CEFD P/N CN/MS3116J12-8P (Cannon MS3116J12-8P) 3.2.2.3 AUX COMM 1 (J9) Table 3-10. AUX COMM 1 (J9) Connector Pinouts Pin Signal A AUX Rx + A B AUX Rx – A C AUX Tx + A D AUX Tx – A E +12.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.2.4 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM RF SWITCH (J10) Table 3-11. RF Switch (J10) Connector Pinouts Pin Signal A POS 1 RF B GND C POS 2 RF D POS 1 IND RF E GND F POS 2 IND RF NOTE – Mating Connectors: CEFD P/N CN/MS3116J10-6P (Cannon MS3116J10-6P) 3.2.2.5 RF OUT (J5, BUC-4000 ONLY) The J5 RF OUT connector, located on the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter Module, is a Type ‘N’ female connector, used to provide the upconverted RF Output. 3.
Chapter 4. SYSTEM OPERATING PARAMETERS 4.1 Overview An introduction to the Monitoring and Control (M&C) features of the MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver, as well as the operating parameters for the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter and BDC-4000 Block Down Converter, are provided in this chapter. 4.2 Remote Configuration, Monitoring and Control Remote monitoring and control (M&C) of the MBT-4000 is possible via use of a remotelyconnected PC or dumb terminal.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System System Operating Parameters 4.4 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Block Down Converter Module (BDC-4000) Operating Parameters The BDC-4000 translates a band-specific input frequency block (C-, X-, or Ku- or Ka-Band) from the LNA down to L-Band (950 to 2000 MHz). Table 4-2.
Chapter 5. FLASH UPGRADING 5.1 Overview This chapter provides procedural information for upgrading the firmware for the Base Module of the Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System. This is a technical document intended for users – i.e., earth station engineers, technicians, and operators – responsible for the operation and maintenance of the MBT-4000. This chapter also assumes that the user has familiarity with Microsoft Windows-based operating systems. 5.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Flash Upgrading Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 5.2.1 Firmware File Transfer Procedure 1. Identify the reflashable product, firmware number, and version for download. Using serial remote control, the current MBT-4000 firmware revision can be determined with the following query: <0/ FRW? 2. Create a temporary directory (folder) on the user-provided external PC. Windows: Select File > New > Folder, then rename the New Folder to "temp" or another convenient, unused name.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Flash Upgrading Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 4. Extract the files to the temporary folder on the PC, then verify the success of the file extraction and transfer via the dir command. At least four files should be extracted: • ReleaseNotes_vX-X-X.pdf, where “X-X-X” denotes the firmware version. • FW11811x.CCC, where "x" denotes the firmware revision letter. • FLSHCSAT.EXE: CEFD Flash Upload Utility Program. • CCCflash.hlp: FLSHCSAT Help File.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Flash Upgrading 3 4 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Double-click FLSHCSAT.EXE (filename or icon) to execute the flash upload utility. From the FLSHCSAT window, select the pertinent serial port used for communication between the user-provided PC and the MBT-4000. (In this example, as noted at ‘A’, COM1 has been selected.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Flash Upgrading 9 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM When prompted, reconnect the power cable to the Base Unit. Once communication has been established between the PC and MBT-4000, the upload will take place – do not interrupt this upload process. 10 Note: If the upload is not successful for any reason – e.g., the communications cable is not physically connected, the wrong COM port has been specified, the user inadvertently interrupted the upload, etc.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Flash Upgrading 11 Upon successful completion of the upload, the user may click on ‘Go Back to Start’ (if, for example, more than one MBT-4000 system requires upgrade), or ‘Close’ (to exit the FLSHCSAT program). 12 If needed, disconnect the System Programming Cable (CEFD P/N CA/WR12243-1) and reconnect the original System Communications Connection Cable. 13 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.
Appendix A. REMOTE CONTROL A.1 Overview This appendix describes the protocol and message command set for remote monitor and control of the MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System (more specifically, the BUC-4000 and BDC-4000 modules). The electrical interface is either an RS-485 multi-drop bus (for the control of many devices) or an RS-232 connection (for the control of a single device), and data is transmitted in asynchronous serial form using ASCII characters.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control A.3 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM RS-232 This is a much simpler configuration in which the Controller device is connected directly to the Target via a two-wire-plus-ground connection. Controller-to-Target data is carried, via RS-232 electrical levels, on one conductor, and Target-to-Controller data is carried in the other direction on the other conductor. A.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control A.5.1 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Start of Packet Controller-to-Target: This is the character '<' (ASCII code 60) Target-to-Controller: This is the character '>' (ASCII code 62) 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. A.5.2 Target Address Up to 9,999 devices can be uniquely addressed.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control A.5.5 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Instruction Code Qualifier This single character further qualifies the preceding instruction code. Code Qualifiers obey the following rules: 1. From Controller-to-Target, the only permitted values are: = (ASCII code 61) The = code is used as the assignment operator, and is used to indicate that the parameter defined by the preceding byte should be set to the value of the argument(s) that follow it.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control A.5.6 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Optional Message Arguments Arguments are not required for all messages. Arguments are ASCII codes for the characters 0 to 9 (ASCII codes 48-57), period (ASCII code 46), and comma (ASCII code 44). A.5.7 End of Packet Controller-to-Target: This is the 'Carriage Return' character (ASCII code 13). Target-to-Controller: This is the two-character sequence 'Carriage Return', 'Line Feed' (ASCII codes 13 and 10).
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control A.6 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Remote Commands and Queries Where Column ‘C’ = Command; Column ‘Q’ = Query: Columns marked (X) indicate Command only, Query only, or Command/Query for Instruction Code.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Automatic Fault Recovery State Attenuation Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) AFR=x Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 1 byte, value Command or Query. of 0, 1 Enable Automatic Fault Recovery on a BXC, where: 0=Disabled 1=Enabled ATT=xx.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Concise Alarm N/A Status Parameter Type Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 20 bytes, Query only. numeric Used to query the alarm status of the unit.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Concise Configuration Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Arguments for Command or Response to Query 48 bytes (BDC) 41 bytes (BUC) 32 bytes (MBT) alphanumeric Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Response to Command (Target to Controller) Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Query only. Returns the summarized version of RCS.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Calibrate LNA Current Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) CLC= Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC BDC Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query none Command only. This command is used to set the calibration point for the LNA current alarm feature.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Concise Maintenance Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 40 bytes Query only. alphanumeric Used to query the maintenance status of the unit in concise format.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Concise Utility Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC MBT Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 21 bytes Query only.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Monitor LNA Current LNA Current Source Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A LCS=sx Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC MBT MBT Arguments for Command or Response to Query s_xxx.x, s=1 byte, value of 1, 2 1=LNA A 2=LNA B xxx.x=5 bytes, numeric s=1 byte, value of 1, 2 1=LNA A 2=LNA B x=1 byte, value of 0, 1 0 = Disable 1 = Enable LNA Current Source LCS=x BDC x=1 byte, value of 0, 1 0 = Disable 1 = Enable Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type LNA Current Window Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) LCW=sxx Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC MBT Arguments for Command or Response to Query s=1 byte, value of 1, 2 1=LNA A 2=LNA B xx=2 bytes, numeric LNA Fault Logic LFL=sx MBT s=1 byte, value of 1, 2 1=LNA A 2=LNA B x=1 byte, Value of 0, 1 0 = Disable 1 = Enable LNA Fault Logic LFL=x BDC x=1 byte, Value of 0, 1 0 = Disable 1 = Enable Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Retrieve next 5 unread Stored Alarms Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 145 bytes Query only. The unit returns the oldest 5 Stored Events which have not yet been read over the remote control.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Retrieve AUX COMM I/O Redundancy Mode Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A RAM=um Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC MBT MBT Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments for Command or Response to Query 1 byte, value of n=1 or 2 1=Aux Comm1 2=Aux Comm2 Query only. Used to Retrieve AUX COMM I/O of the MBT-4000 base unit, where: n=1 (Aux Comm 1) or 2 (Aux Comm 2).
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Retrieve Alarm Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 92 bytes MBT- Query only.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Retrieve Configuration Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 65 bytes Query only.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Reference Oscillator Adjust Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) REF=xxxx Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC MBT Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 4 bytes, Command or Query. numeric Ref Osc Adjust, between 0000 and 0255. Resolution 0001.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Retrieve Maintenance Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query MBT-4000 Query only. 103 bytes, Used to Query the maintenance status of the unit.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Serial Number N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Retrieve Utility Status MBT Parameter Type N/A Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 9 bytes, Query only. numeric Used to Query the units 9 digit serial number.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Slope Adjust Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) SSA=x.x Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC BDC BUC Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 3 bytes, Command or Query. numeric Slope adjust level, valid from 0.0 to 1.0 with 0.1 resolution. Example: SSA=0.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Terminal Status change External Reference Fault Logic Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) N/A Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC All Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query 1 byte, Query only. value of 0,1 Used to Query the status of the Terminal Status.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Remote Control Parameter Type Mute offline Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) OFM=um Valid on MBT, BDC, or BUC MBT Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Arguments Description of Arguments for Command (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., or Response ASCII codes between 48 and 57) to Query u=1 byte, Command or Query. value of 1, 2 This command allows the user to enable muting for offline unit 1=Unit 1 when in redundancy mode.
Appendix B. FAULTS/EVENTS B.1 LED Status Indicators The MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System features two Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicators – one for each operational unit (module). Each LED provides the user with visual cues to the operational, online, and offline status for the sytem. As shown in Figure B-1, the LEDs are found on the top of the MBT-4000’s base module, under a protective plate.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Faults/Events B.2 Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Faults/Events There are three types of Faults/Events that may occur and be recorded in the event log of an MBT-4000, BDC-4000, or BUC-4000: • Summary Faults • Configurable Summary Faults • Informational Events. Each of these are described in further detail in the next subsections; Tables B1 through B6 list possible Fault/Event messages where applicable.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Faults/Events Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM B.2.2 Configurable Summary Faults Configurable Summary Faults operate the same as Summary Faults, except Configurable Summary Faults may be enabled/disabled via remote commands. Table B-3. MBT-4000 Configurable Summary Faults Mnemonic Type Mute Description AUXCOM1 Configurable Summary Fault Slot 1 The IO1A/FAULT input (AUX COMM 1) indicates a fault. Monitoring for this fault is enabled using the EAM command.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Faults/Events Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM Table B-4. BDC-4000 Configurable Summary Faults Mnemonic Type LNA CUR Configurable Summary Fault LNA WIN Configurable Summary Fault Description The +12.6 V LNA power supply current (via center conductor of coax connector) has exceeded the maximum limit of 350 mA and has been disabled. The LNA power supply—and thus this fault—is enabled using the LCS command. The +12.
Appendix C. REDUNDANCY CONFIGURATION / OPERATION C.1 Overview The MBT-4000 is designed to operate in both stand-alone and redundant configurations. Every MBT-4000 base contains the circuitry and logic necessary to perform all the functions of a backup controller in either a single base and dual base configuration. The BDC-4000 is capable of supplying LNA power over the center conductor of the coaxial cable. This power supply features current monitoring with programmable failure limits.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Redundancy Configuration / Operation Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Operation AUX COMM 2 LNA 2 BDC 2 (Slot 2) TX REJECT FILTER LOAD 1:1 MBT SUBSYSTEM L-BAND OUT RF SWITCHES SHOWN IN POSITION B UNIT 2 COMM J6 J8 J10 SWITCH 2 RF J9 J7 AUX COMM 2 MBT B BUC 2 (Slot 1) LNA 1 J3 J5 UNIT 1 COMM RX SWITCH 2 IF REDUNDANCY INTERLINK CABLE AUX COMM 1 J7 J8 MBT A L-BAND MODEM UNIT 2 COMM J6 TX WAVEGUIDE SSPA 2 BDC 1 (Slot 2) RX REJECT FILTER LOAD 1:
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Redundancy Configuration / Operation Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM 6. The RF and IF switches connected to MBT-B correspond to the redundant pair of BxCs installed on J6 UNIT 2 COMM (Slot 2). 7. When a BxC attached to MBT-A is online, the corresponding RF and IF switches will be switched to position A. When a BxC attached to MBT-B is online, the corresponding switches will be switched to position B. For a switchover to occur: 1.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Redundancy Configuration / Operation Revision 4 MN/MBT4000.IOM b. ‘m’ is the mode. Valid values are 0=OFF or 1=ON. 4. In case of excessive current (more than 350 mA), the supply will be disabled and a fault will be posted. The ‘LCS=sm’ command must be sent again to re-enable the supply. 5. To enable programmable current monitoring, the following steps are taken: a. The desired output is enabled as outlined above. b.
METRIC CONVERSIONS Units of Length Unit Centimeter Inch Foot Yard Mile Meter Kilometer Millimeter 1 centimeter — 0.3937 0.03281 0.01094 6.214 x 10-6 0.01 — — 1 inch 2.540 — 0.08333 0.2778 1.578 x 10-5 0.254 — 25.4 1 foot 30.480 12.0 — 0.3333 1.893 x 10-4 0.3048 — — 1 yard 91.44 36.0 3.0 — 5.679 x 10-4 0.9144 — — 1 meter 100.0 39.37 3.281 1.094 6.214 x 10-4 — — — 1 mile 1.609 x 105 6.336 x 104 5.280 x 103 1.760 x 103 — 1.609 x 103 1.
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