MBT-4000B 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/MBT4000B.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Installation and Operation Manual Part Number MN/MBT4000B.IOM Revision 1 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 ................................................................................................................................... VI FIGURES .................................................................................................................................. VI PREFACE ........................................................................
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Table of Contents CHAPTER 2. Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM INSTALLATION .............................................................................................2–1 2.1 Unpacking and Inspecting the Shipment .............................................................................. 2–1 2.2 Installing the MBT-4000B .................................................................................................... 2–2 2.3 Operation ........................
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Table of Contents CHAPTER 5. Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM UPDATING FIRMWARE ................................................................................5–1 5.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 5–1 5.2 Getting Started: Preparing for the Firmware Download ....................................................... 5–2 5.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Table of Contents Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM B.5 LNB Power Supply Current Monitoring ................................................................................B–4 B.6 Gain Equalization of Redundant Units..................................................................................B–5 B.7 Redundancy Systems Check ................................................................................................B–5 TABLES Table 3-1.
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. Disclaimer This manual (CEFD P/N MN/MBT4000B.IOM) has been revised in its entirety to comply with current Comtech EF Data Technical Publications standards and practices.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 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. A NOTE gives you important information about a task or the equipment. A REFERENCE directs you to additional information about a task or the equipment.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM IF THE UNIT IS OPERATED IN A VEHICLE OR MOVABLE INSTALLATION, MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS STABLE. OTHERWISE, EN 60950 SAFETY IS NOT GUARANTEED. Electrical Installation CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SYSTEM THAT HAS SEPARATE GROUND, LINE AND NEUTRAL CONDUCTORS. DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT WITHOUT A DIRECT CONNECTION TO GROUND.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM • Immunity: EN 55024 – Information Technology Equipment: Immunity Characteristics, Limits, and Methods of Measurement. • EN 61000-3-2 – Harmonic Currents Emission • EN 61000-3-3 – Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker. • Federal Communications Commission Federal Code of Regulation FCC Part 15, Subpart B.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM European Union Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (91/263/EEC) In accordance with the European Union Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 91/263/EEC, the unit should not be directly connected to the Public Telecommunications Network. CE Mark Comtech EF Data declares that the unit meets the necessary requirements for the CE Mark. Product Support For all product support, please call: +1.240.243.1880 +1.866.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.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-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Preface Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 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.
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Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Overview Comtech EF Data’s MBT-4000BB Multi-Band RF Transceiver (Figure 1-1) is designed to perform C-, X-, or Ku-Band RF to L-Band down conversion and L-Band to C-, X-, Ku-, or Ka-Band RF up conversion. Figure 1-1. Comtech EF Data MBT-4000B Multi-Band RF Transceiver 1.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction 1.3 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM • Easy expansion for providing a redundant system or other frequency bands • System status verification via LEDs located behind a removable cover System Overview Figure 1-2 depicts the operation schematic for a typical MBT-4000B application. The MBT-4000B Multi-Band Tranceiver System is constructed in a modular configuration. Figure 1-2 illustrates the key components of this configuration.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Figure 1-3.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction 1.4 1.4.1 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Summary of Specifications Environmental & Physical Temperature ODU: BUC-4000 Operating -40º to 122ºF (-40º to 50ºC) Non-operating -58º to 167ºF (-50º to 75ºC) Operational Humidity 5 to 95% non-condensing Operational Altitude 10,000 ft above sea level Prime Power ODU: MBT-4000B 90 to 260 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz Dimensions (excluding connectors) See Figure 1-4 1.4.
MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System Introduction 1.5 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Dimensional Envelope All dimensions are in inches. Bracketed dimensions, where shown, are in metric units (mm). Figure 1-4.
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Chapter 2. INSTALLATION 2.1 Unpacking and Inspecting the Shipment The MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System and its Installation and Operation Manual were packaged and shipped in a reusable cardboard carton containing protective foam spacing. Once opened, inspect the shipment: Step Task 1 Keep all shipping materials for storage or reshipment. 2 Check the packing list to ensure the shipment is complete. 3 Inspect the equipment for any possible damage incurred during shipment.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Installation 2.2 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Installing the MBT-4000B Figure 2-1. MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Components The MBT-4000B Base Module provides the M&C, Power Supply, and Reference interfaces. It may be located near or on the antenna. Guide pins and mechanical clamps keeps the bandspecific BUC-4000 Module in place on top of the Base Module. Cables to the antenna and Base Module complete the installation.
Chapter 3. EXTERNAL CONNECTORS 3.1 External Connectors Overview Connectors on the MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System (Figure 3-1) provide all necessary external connections between the transceiver and other equipment. (TOP) IF Side (BOTTOM) RF Side – Cable Loop Removed for Clarity Figure 3-1.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM MBT-4000B External Connectors Table 3-1 summarizes the external connections and identifies the chapter sections providing connector pinout information. Table 3-1. MBT-4000B External Connectors Signal Side (Sect.) IF (3.2.1) Module MBT-4000B Base Module Ref Des N/A J1 Name Sect. Function N/A POWER 3.2.1.1 3.2.1.2 J2 COMM 3.2.1.3 J3 J4 J5 3.2.1.4 3.2.1.5 3.2.1.6 3.2.1.7 IF Output to Modem 3.2.1.8 3.2.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 3.2.1 IF Signal Side Connections (Cable Loop Removed for Clarity) Figure 3-2. MBT-4000B External Connectors – IF Signal Side 3.2.1.1 Ground Connector Use this #10-32 stud to connect a common chassis ground among equipment. 3.2.1.2 J1 | POWER Table 3-2.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.3 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM J2 | COMM Use the J2 | COMM 19-pin circular connector for serial-based remote monitor and control of the MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System. Table 3-3.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.4 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM J3 | UNIT 1 COMM Use the J3 | UNIT 1 COMM connector to connect the MBT-4000B Base Module Unit 1 section to the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter Module J6 | COMM connector via the 15-15 Power & Signal Harness (CEFD P/N CA/WR10963-1), shown in Figure 3-3. Table 3-4. J3 | UNIT 1 COMM Connector Pinouts Pin Signal A M C D E F G H J K L B N P R SUM FLT RxD BXC Tx+ BXC GND +7.5V +7.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.5 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM J4 | IF SWITCH Use the J4 | IF SWITCH 6-pin circular connector to connect an IF switch in a 1:1 configuration to the MBT-4000B Base Module to Table 3-5. J4 | IF SWITCH 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 Connector: CEFD P/N CN/MS3116J10-6P (Cannon MS3116J10-6P) 3.2.1.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.1.9 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM J6 | COMM (BUC-4000 ONLY) Use the J6 | COMM 15-pin circular connector, located on the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter Module, to connect the module, via the 15-15 Power & Signal Harness (CEFD P/N CA/WR10963-1), to the MBT-4000B Base Module J3 | UNIT 1 COMM connector. See Figure 3-3. Table 3-6. J6 | COMM (J6) Connector Pinouts Pin Signal A SUM FLT B TxD BXC C Tx+ BXC D GND E +7.5V F +7.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 3.2.2 RF Signal Side Connectors Figure 3-4. MBT-4000B External Connectors – RF Signal Side 3.2.2.1 J7 | REDUNDANT LOOP Use the J7 | REDUNDANT LOOP 19-pin circular connector to connect the MBT-4000B Base Module, via the Redundant Loop Bus Cable (CEFD P/N CA/WR11224), to another MBT-4000B Base Module in a 1:1 Redundancy configuration. Table 3-7.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.2.2 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM J12 | L-BAND IN Use the J12 | L-BAND IN Type ‘N’ female connector to provide the down converted IF Input (via a low-noise block down converter (LNB)) to the MBT-4000B Base Module. 3.2.2.3 J9 | AUX COMM Use the J9 | AUX COMM 8-pin circular connector to connect a Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA) to the MBT-4000B Base Module. Table 3-8.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System External Connectors 3.2.2.4 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM J10 | RF SWITCH Use the J10 | RF SWITCH 6-pin circular connector to connect an RF Switch in a 1:1 configuration (e.g., connecting to two LNBs or SSPAs) to the MBT-4000B Base Module. Table 3-9. J10 | RF SWITCH 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 Connector: CEFD P/N CN/MS3116J10-6P (Cannon MS3116J10-6P 3.2.2.
Chapter 4. SYSTEM OPERATING PARAMETERS 4.1 Overview An introduction to the Monitoring and Control (M&C) features of the MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver, as well as the operating parameters for the BUC-4000 Block Up Converter, are provided in this chapter. 4.2 Description The MBT- 4000B supports Low Noise Block Down Converters (LNBs) for Rx down conversion. It outputs +17VDC nominal and 10 MHz on the J12 | L-BAND IN connector.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System System Operating Parameters 4.3 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Remote Configuration, Monitoring and Control Remote monitoring and control (M&C) of the MBT-4000B is possible via use of a remotelyconnected PC or dumb terminal. From this location, the user may issue commands and queries to configure, control, and monitor one or more MBT-4000B systems. Complete information for these features is provided in Chapter 5. SERIAL-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT. 4.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System System Operating Parameters 4.5 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Block Up Converter Module (BUC-4000) Operating Parameters The BUC-4000 translates an L-Band output carrier to the desired output frequency (C-, X-, Ku,- or Ka-Band) with an output level capable of driving a High-Power Amplifier (HPA). Table 4-1.
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MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System System Operating Parameters 4.6 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM LNB LO, Mix, and Spectrum Settings 4.6.1 C-Band Table 4-2. LO and MIX Information for Demodulator and LNB for C-Band LNB Part No. Description RF/LNB-C-55-35N 3.625 – 4.200 GHz Ext Ref LO (Offset) Frequency (MHz) 5,150.00 - Min LNB Satellite Frequency (MHz) 3,625.00 Max LNB Satellite Frequency (MHz) 4,200.
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Chapter 5. UPDATING FIRMWARE 5.1 Introduction TO ENSURE OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE, IT IS IMPORTANT TO OPERATE THE MBT-4000B WITH ITS LATEST AVAILABLE FIRMWARE. Comtech EF Data’s MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System is factory-shipped with the latest version of operating firmware. Firmware updates may be applied to an MBT-4000B without having to remove it from operation.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware 5.2 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Getting Started: Preparing for the Firmware Download Item 1 2 3 4 5 Description J1 | Power Connection J2 | COMM Connection LED Indicators Optional Comtech EF Data System Programming Cable (CEFD P/N CA/WR12243-1) User PC with available serial port Figure 5-1. MBT-4000B Firmware Update – Minimum Requirements 1. First, identify the firmware number and its version number. A.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM B. On the PC – Configure the terminal emulator program if applicable. Refer to your terminal emulator program HELP feature or user guide for operating and configuration instructions. Configure the utility program serial port communication and terminal display operation: • 38400 bps (Baud Rate) • 8 Data Bits • 1 Stop Bit • Parity = NO • Port Flow Control = NONE • Display New line Rx/Tx: CR • Local Echo = ON C.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM • Right-click anywhere on the desktop to open the popup submenu, and then select New > Folder to create the new, temporary folder on the desktop. • Right-click on the new folder and then select ‘Rename’ from the popup submenu. Rename this folder to "temp" or some other convenient, unused name. B. Use Windows Explorer to create and rename the temporary folder.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM • First, click [Start] on the Windows taskbar, and then click the ‘Run...’ icon (or, depending on Windows OS versions prior to Windows 95, click the ‘MS-DOS Prompt’ icon from the Main Menu). • Next, open a Command-line window… o For Windows 95 or Windows 98 – Type “command”. o For any Windows OS versions later than Windows 98 – Type “cmd” or “command”.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware 5.3 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Downloading and Extracting the Firmware Update 1. First, download the firmware update file from the Comtech EF Data Web site: A. Go online to www.comtechefdata.com. B. On the Main page – Under Support Information or the Support tab, select the Software Downloads hyperlink. C. On the Software Downloads page – Click Download Flash and Software Update Files. D.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM G. Download the archive file to the temporary folder. • Once the EXE or ZIP hyperlink is selected the ‘File Download’ window opens and prompts selection of [Open] or [Save]: o Click [Open] to turn over file extraction to the user-supplied utility program. Be sure to extract the firmware files to the ‘temp’ folder created earlier. o Click [Save] to open the ‘Save As’ window. Be sure to select and [Save] the archive *.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM • Use Windows Explorer to locate, and then double-left-click the ‘temp’ folder. • Use the ‘Browse‘ window ([Start] > ...Run > [Browse]) to locate, and then doubleclick the ‘c:\temp’ folder. B. Using Command-line: • • Type “cd c:\temp” at the Command-line prompt to change to the temporary directory created earlier using Command-line.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware 5.4 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Performing the FTP Upload Procedure To proceed with the firmware update procedure, assumptions are made that: • • Step The MBT-4000B is connected to a user-supplied, Windows-based PC: o The PC serial port is connected to the MBT4000B’s ‘J2 |COMM’ port using the appropriate adaptive cabling. o The PC is running a terminal emulation program (for operation of the MBT-4000B Serial Interface).
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Step Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Task 6 Before proceeding, the MBT-4000B system must be powered off. Disconnect the power cable from the Base Module, and then click [Start Upload] to resume the upload process. 7 When prompted, reconnect the power cable to the Base Module. 8 Once the User PC establishes communication with the MBT-4000B, the upload takes place – do not interrupt this upload process.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Updating Firmware Step Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Task 9 Upon successful completion of the upload, you may click [Go Back to Start] (if, for example, more than one MBT-4000B System requires update), or click [Close] to exit the FLSHCSAT program. 10 If needed, disconnect the System Programming Cable (CEFD P/N CA/WR12243-1) and reconnect the original system communication cable.
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Chapter 6. SERIAL-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT 6.1 Overview Serial-based remote product management of Comtech EF Data’s MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System is available using the MBT-4000B’s ‘J2 | COMM’ port. This chapter describes the protocol and message command set for remote monitor and control of the MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System. To proceed with this chapter, assumptions are made that: • • 6.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 6.2.1 EIA-485 For applications where multiple devices are to be monitored and controlled, a full-duplex (or 4-wire) EIA-485 is preferred. Half-duplex (2wire) EIA-485 is possible, but is not preferred. In full-duplex EIA-485 communication there are two separate, isolated, independent, differential-mode twisted pairs, each handling serial data in different directions.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 6.2.3 Basic Protocol Whether in EIA-232 or EIA-485 mode, all 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 from 2400 to 38400 baud. All data is transmitted in framed packets.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 6.2.4.1 Start of Packet 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: Controller-to-Target: This is ‘less-than’ the character '<' (ASCII code 60). Target-to-Controller: This is the ‘greater-than’ character '>' (ASCII code 62). 6.2.4.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Both upper case and lower case alphabetic characters may be used (A-Z and a-z, ASCII codes 65-90 and 97-122). 6.2.4.5 Instruction Code Qualifier This single character further qualifies the preceding instruction code. Code Qualifiers obey the following rules: 1.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 6.2.4.6 Optional Message Arguments Arguments are not required for all messages. Arguments are ASCII codes for the characters 0 to 9 (ASCII codes 48 to 57), period (ASCII code 46) and comma (ASCII code 44). 6.2.4.7 End of Packet Controller-to-Target: This is the 'carriage return' character (ASCII code 13).
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management 6.3 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Remote Commands and Queries Any command or query not accepted by the MBT-4000B Base Module must be addressed to BUC or BDC sub-units Column ‘C’=Command; Column ‘Q’=Query; columns marked ‘X’ designate instruction code as Command only, Query only, or Command/Query.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Arguments for Command or Response to Query 1 byte Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC Automatic Fault Recovery State AFR=x All Attenuation ATT=xx.xx BUC 5 bytes, numeric Clear All Stored Alarms CAA= All None Concise AUX COMM I/O N/A MBT Parameter Type Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Concise Alarm Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A All Arguments for Command or Response to Query 20 bytes, numeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Query only.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Concise Configuration Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A All Arguments for Command or Response to Query 32 bytes (MBT), 48 bytes (BDC), 41 bytes (BUC), alphanumeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM 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-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Concise Maintenance Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A All Arguments for Command or Response to Query 40 bytes alphanumeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Query only. Returns the maintenance status of the unit in concise format.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Concise Utility Status Set RTC (RealTime-Clock) Date Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A MBT DAT=mmddyy Enable Aux Com EAM=nm Fault Input Monitoring Arguments for Command or Response to Query 21 bytes alphanumeric All 6 bytes, numeric MBT n=1 AUX COMM 2=AUX COMM2 m=0 (disabled), 1 (monitoring enabled) Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Operating RF Frequency Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC FRE=xxxxx.xxx BDC BUC Arguments for Command or Response to Query 9 bytes, numeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Command or Query Sets or returns valid Operating RF frequency, in MHz.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type LNA Fault Logic Retrieve next 5 unread Stored Alarms Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC LFL=sx MBT BDC N/A All Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Arguments for Description of Arguments Command or (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes Response to between 48 and 57) Query 2 bytes, numeric Command or Query.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Mute offline Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC OFM=um MBT Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Arguments for Description of Arguments Command or (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes Response to between 48 and 57) Query 2 bytes, numeric Command or Query.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Online Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A MBT Arguments for Command or Response to Query N/A Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Query only. Returns the online status of the unit (useful in redundant configurations) in the form x.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Retrieve Alarm Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A All Arguments for Command or Response to Query 92 bytes (MBT), 74 bytes (BDC), 64 bytes (BUC), alphanumeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Query only.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Retrieve Configuration Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A All Arguments for Command or Response to Query 65 bytes (MBT), 98 bytes (BDC), 76 bytes (BUC), alphanumeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Query only.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Reference Oscillator Adjust Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC REF=xxxx MBT Arguments for Command or Response to Query 4 bytes, numeric Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Description of Arguments (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes between 48 and 57) Command or Query.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Retrieve Maintenance Status Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC N/A All Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Arguments for Query Description of Arguments Command or Response to Command (Instruction (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes Response to (Target to Controller) Code and between 48 and 57) Query qualifier) 103 bytes (MBT), Query only.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC Serial Number N/A All Retrieve Utility Status N/A MBT Parameter Type Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Arguments for Query Description of Arguments Command or Response to Command (Instruction (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e.
MBT-4000B Multi-band Transceiver System Serial-based Remote Product Management Parameter Type Set RTC Time Command (Instruction Code and qualifier) Valid on MBT or BUC/BDC TIM=hhmmss All Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Arguments for Query Description of Arguments Command or Response to Command (Instruction (Note that all arguments are ASCII numeric codes – i.e., ASCII codes Response to (Target to Controller) Code and between 48 and 57) Query qualifier) 6 bytes, numeric Command or Query.
Appendix A. FAULTS/EVENTS A.1 LED Status Indicators The MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System features two Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicators. As shown in Figure A-1, the LEDs are found on the top of the MBT-4000’s base module, under a protective plate. To view the LEDs, loosen the thumbscrew that keeps the plate in place, then swing the plate away to reveal the LED display window. Figure A-1. MBT-4000B LED Indicators The Unit 1 LED is for the installed BUC (Slot 1).
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix A A.2 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Faults/Events There are three types of Faults/Events that may occur and be recorded in the event log of the MBT-4000B 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-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix A Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM A.2.2 Configurable Summary Faults Configurable Summary Faults operate the same as Summary Faults, except Configurable Summary Faults may be enabled or disabled using remote commands. Table A-3. MBT-4000B Configurable Summary Faults Mnemonic Mute AUXCOM1 Slot 1 LNACUR2 Slot 2 The IO1A/FAULT input (AUX COMM 1) indicates a fault. Monitoring for this fault is enabled using the EAM command.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix A Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM A.2.3 Informational Events Informational Events are operation conditions which may be important, but are not considered improper operation and will not cause a converter to mute. Table A-4. MBT-4000B Informational Events Mnemonic Mute Description LOG CLR None The Event LOG Queue was cleared in response to receipt of a CAA command. PWR OFF None Power off was detected. PWR ON None Power on was detected. Table A-5.
Appendix B. REDUNDANCY CONFIGURATION / OPERATION B.1 Overview The MBT-4000B is designed to operate in both standalone and redundant configurations. Every MBT-4000B base contains the circuitry and logic necessary to perform all the functions of a backup controller in either a single base or dual base configuration. The Bias Tee side of the MBT-4000B provides the 10 MHz reference and DC voltage for the LNB. This power supply features current monitoring with programmable failure limits.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix B B.3 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Operation Figure B-1.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix B Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Figure B-1 illustrates a typical Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy configuration. The two MBT-4000B base units cooperate in monitoring the health of the two BUCs, two external amplifiers, two Low-Noise Block Down Converters (LNBs), and each other.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix B B.4 Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM External Fault Monitoring Each MBT-4000B base includes a logic input on the “J9 | AUX COMM” connector that may be connected to contact closure fault indications of external equipment (usually an SSPA or TWTA). Thus, external equipment failure may participate in overall fault indication and redundant switchover operation according to the following rules: 1. An open connection (or 2.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix B Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM the CLC=2 remote command). Acceptable percentage values are 20 to 50 in increments of 1%. A value of 99 disables the alarm function.) d. If a current is detected outside this window, an LNB current fault will be posted, but the supply will not be disabled. B.6 Gain Equalization of Redundant Units Gain equalization in an MBT-4000B system is accomplished by issuing individual attenuation settings to the specific BUCs. B.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix B Step Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Task 17 Power down MBT1. This should trip both switches to MBT2. 18 Verify that both LEDs on MBT2 are solid green 19 Power up MBT1. 20 Verify that both LEDs on MBT2 are flashing green. Steps 21 through 35 comprise the Uplink Test: 21 Fault the BUC (Slot 1) of MBT2 by disconnecting the base-to-BUC cable (15-15 Power & Signal Harness, CEFD P/N CA/WR10963-1). 22 LED 1 on MBT2 should now be flashing red.
MBT-4000B Multi-Band Transceiver System Appendix B Step Revision 1 MN/MBT4000B.IOM Task 36 Connect the LNBs. 37 Enable the LNB voltage by sending the LCS=21 remote command to both MBT bases. 38 39 40 41 42 Verify the LNBs are drawing appropriate current by polling them with the RMS? remote query. Reported current for LNB2 should be in the 200 to 400 mA range. Calibrate the normal operating point of the LNB by sending the CLC=2 remote command to both MBT bases.
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