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MCDD-100
MetaCarrier
Detection Device
®
Installation and Operation Manual
For Firmware Version 1.2.1 or Higher
Part Number MN-MCDD100
Revision 3
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.

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  • Page 1 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device ® Installation and Operation Manual For Firmware Version 1.2.1 or Higher Part Number MN-MCDD100 Revision 3 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.
  • Page 2 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: 480.333.2161...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    European Union RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC) ................... xii European Union Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (91/263/EEC) ......xii CE Mark ............................... xii Product Support ..........................xii Comtech EF Data Headquarters ......................xii Warranty Policy ..........................xiii Limitations of Warranty ..........................xiii Exclusive Remedies ..........................xiv CHAPTER 1.
  • Page 4 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Table of Contents MN-MCDD100 MCDD-100 Features ......................1–5 1.3.1 Physical Description ........................1–5 1.3.2 Dimensional Envelope ......................1–6 1.3.3 MCDD-100 Physical Features ....................1–7 1.3.3.1 Front Panel ........................1–7 1.3.3.2 Rear Panel ......................... 1–8 MCDD-100 Specifications ....................
  • Page 5 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Table of Contents MN-MCDD100 CHAPTER 4. UPDATING FIRMWARE ..................4–1 Updating Firmware via the Internet ..................4–1 Getting Started: Preparing for the Firmware Download ............4–2 Downloading and Extracting the Firmware Update .............. 4–6 Performing the Ethernet FTP Upload Procedure ..............

  • Page 6: Tables

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Table of Contents MN-MCDD100 6.4.3 Web Server Interface – Menu Tree ..................6–6 6.4.4 Web Server Interface Page Descriptions .................. 6–7 6.4.4.1 Home Pages ........................6–7 6.4.4.1.1 Home | Info ......................... 6–7 6.4.4.1.2 Home | Contact ......................6–8 6.4.4.2 Admin (Administration) Pages ..................

  • Page 7: Figures

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Table of Contents MN-MCDD100 FIGURES ® Figure 1-1. MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device ................1–1 Figure 1-2. MCDD-100 Connection Example .................... 1–2 Figure 1-3. MCDD-100 Dimensional Envelope ..................1–6 Figure 1-4. MCDD-100 – Front Panel View ....................1–7 Figure 1-5.
  • Page 8 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Table of Contents MN-MCDD100 BLANK PAGE viii...

  • Page 9: Preface

    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 GIVES INFORMATION ABOUT A POSSIBLE HAZARD THAT MAY CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

  • Page 10: Safety And Compliance

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Preface MN-MCDD100 The user should carefully review the following information: Safety and Compliance Electrical Safety and Compliance The unit complies with the EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment (Including Electrical Business Machines) safety standard. IF THE UNIT IS OPERATED IN A VEHICLE OR MOVABLE INSTALLATION, MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS STABLE.

  • Page 11: European Union Radio Equipment And Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&Tte) Directive (1999/5/Ec) And En 301 489-1

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Preface MN-MCDD100 European Union Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive (1999/5/EC) and EN 301 489-1 Independent testing verifies that the unit complies with the European Union R&TTE Directive, its reference to EN 301 489-1 (Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters [ERM]; ElectroMagnetic Compatibility [EMC] standard for radio equipment and services, Part 1: Common technical requirements), and the Declarations of Conformity for the applicable directives, standards, and practices that follow:...

  • Page 12: European Union Rohs Directive (2002/95/Ec)

    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 +1.866.472.3963 (toll free USA)

  • Page 13: Warranty Policy

    The warranty does not apply to any part of a product that has been installed, altered, repaired, or misused in any way that, in the opinion of Comtech EF Data Corporation, would affect the reliability or detracts from the performance of any part of the product, or is damaged as the result of use in a way or with equipment that had not been previously approved by Comtech EF Data Corporation.

  • Page 14: Exclusive Remedies

    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,...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Figure 1-1. MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Comtech EF Data’s MCDD-100 MetaCarrier® Detection Device (Figure 1-1) is a patent pending carrier identification (CID) product that uses spread spectrum technology to decode an embedded unique carrier identification sequence for a transmission carrier.

  • Page 16: Functional Description

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 Functional Description Figure 1-2. MCDD-100 Connection Example The MCDD-100 supports both L-Band operation (950 MHz to 2150 MHz) and IF operation (50 MHz to 180 MHz). Note that the MCDD-100 does not provide DC power for a Low-Noise Block Downconverter (LNB) for the L-Band input.
  • Page 17 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 Detection of the presence of the MetaCarrier is initiated in the MCDD-100 by searching, using digital signal processing techniques, for one of two possible MetaCarrier chip rates. These MetaCarrier chip rates are as follows: Host Carrier Embedded MetaCarrier ≥512 ksps...

  • Page 18: About Metacarrier

    The time and costs associated with such methods are significant. By contrast, Comtech EF Data’s CID products provide the operator with the interference source’s identification information within minutes. Once the offending carrier is identified, appropriate action can be taken to shut down or otherwise remove the identified transmission from service.

  • Page 19: Compatibility

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 1.2.2 Compatibility The MCDD-100 is compatible with any L-Band or 70/140 MHz carrier supporting up to 64 Msps that is transporting a MetaCarrier. Sect. 1.4.1 Product Feature Specifications MCDD-100 Features 1.3.1 Physical Description The MCDD-100 is constructed as a 1RU-high rack-mounting chassis.

  • Page 20: Dimensional Envelope

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 1.3.2 Dimensional Envelope Figure 1-3. MCDD-100 Dimensional Envelope 1–6...

  • Page 21: Mcdd-100 Physical Features

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 1.3.3 MCDD-100 Physical Features 1.3.3.1 Front Panel LED Indicators Figure 1-4. MCDD-100 – Front Panel View The MCDD-100 front panel (Figure 1-4) features four Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicators. The LEDs indicate, in a summary fashion, the following information: Condition Green No Unit Faults or Alarms.

  • Page 22: Rear Panel

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 1.3.3.2 Rear Panel PROPER GROUNDING PROTECTION IS REQUIRED. The equipment must be connected to the protective earth connection at all times. It is therefore imperative that the unit is properly grounded, using the ground stud provided on the unit rear panel, during installation, configuration, and operation.

  • Page 23: Mcdd-100 Specifications

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 MCDD-100 Specifications 1.4.1 Product Feature Specifications Specification Description Dimensional Envelope 19.0 W x 16.2 D x 1 RU (1.7) H inches (483 W x 411 D x 44 H mm) Weight 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg) Operating 32°...

  • Page 24: Standard Assemblies

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Introduction MN-MCDD100 Specification Description Chip Rate 112 kcps, 224 kcps Parameter Chip Rate Spreading Ratio Data Rate (bps) Symbol ≥ 128 ksps to <512 112 kcps 4096 28.00 Rate ksps ≥512 ksps 224 kcps 4096 56.00 NOTES:...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2. Installation

    Chapter 2. INSTALLATION Unpacking and Inspecting the Shipment The MCDD-100 MetaCarrier® Detection Device, its Installation and Operation Manual, and its power cord were packaged and shipped in a reusable cardboard carton containing protective foam spacing. Figure 2-1. Unpacking and Inspecting the Shipment This equipment contains parts and assemblies sensitive to damage by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).

  • Page 26: Installing Into A Rack Enclosure

    Check the packing list to ensure the shipment is complete. Inspect the equipment for any possible damage incurred during shipment. Contact the carrier and Comtech EF Data immediately to submit a damage report if damage is evident. Review this MCDD-100 MetaCarrier® Detection Device Installation and Operation Manual carefully to become familiar with operation.

  • Page 27: Figure 2-2. Installing Into A Rack Enclosure

    Mount the MCDD-100 in its assigned position in the rack enclosure. Use, as required: • A standard rack-mounted shelf; • User-supplied screws to secure the front panel to the rack enclosure threaded front mounting rails; KT-0000168 (4”) or KT-0000195 (10”) Rear-Mounting • Comtech EF Data’s optional Support Brackets Kit ( Figure 2-3). 2–3...

  • Page 28: Installing The Optional Rear-Mounting Support Brackets Kit

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Installation MN-MCDD100 2.2.1 Installing the Optional Rear-Mounting Support Brackets Kit Feature Description Back of Unit Rack Enclosure Threaded Rear Mounting Rail (typical) KT-0000XXX Primary Rear Support Bracket Kit Quantity Item CEFD Part Number Description KT-0000168 KT-0000195 FP-0000913...
  • Page 29 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Installation MN-MCDD100 Tools needed to install the KT-0000168 (4”) or KT-0000195 (10”) Bracket Kit (Figure 2-3): • A medium Phillips screwdriver • A 5/32-inch SAE Allen Wrench • An adjustable Crescent wrench. Follow these steps to install the Radyne-style chassis kit: Step Description Assemble the Adapter Plates to the back side of the MCDD-100 chassis using the...
  • Page 30 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Installation MN-MCDD100 Notes: 2–6...

  • Page 31: Cabling Connection Types

    (Type ‘N’ shown) Figure 3-1. Coaxial Connector Examples The types of coaxial cables used with the MCDD-100 by Comtech EF Data are ‘BNC’, ‘N’, and ‘SMA’. Coaxial cables (plugs) and their mating connectors (jacks/sockets) are available in two coupling styles: Bayonet or Threaded.

  • Page 32: 3.1.1.1 Type 'Bnc

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 • Threaded Coupling Style: The jack features external threads. The plug shell features internal threads, and has either a knurled outer surface to permit hand-tightening of the connection, or hex flats to accommodate torqued installation. Connection Instructions: •...

  • Page 33: D-Subminiature Cable Connections

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 3.1.2 D-Subminiature Cable Connections Type ‘D’ Connection Type Example Chassis Receptacles: Female (top) Male (bottom) Type ‘D’ Cable with Jack Screws (female shown) Figure 3-2. D-Subminiature Connector Examples D-Subminiature connectors are also called Type ‘D’...

  • Page 34: Mcdd-100 Connector Overview

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 MCDD-100 Connector Overview The rear panel connectors for the MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device, shown here in Figure 3-1, provide all necessary external connections between the unit and other equipment. Table 3-1 summarizes the connectors provided on the rear panel interface, grouped according to service function.

  • Page 35: Rx (In) If Connections

    2. If connection to an L-Band 75Ω system is required, a Type ‘N’ to Type ‘F’ adapter can be used and is available from Comtech EF Data as an optional accessory. While a reduction in return loss will occur when adapting from 50Ω to 75Ω operation, the effect in most systems will be imperceptible.

  • Page 36: Monitor Interface Connector, Db-15M

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 3.4.2 MONITOR Interface Connector, DB-15M The MONITOR interface is a 15-pin Type ‘D’ male connector. It provides the Rx MetaCarrier I&Q constellation for troubleshooting purposes. See Table 3-3 for pinouts. Table 3-3.

  • Page 37: Mcdd-100 Ground And Power Connections

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 MCDD-100 Ground and Power Connections 3.5.1 Chassis Ground Interface PROPER GROUNDING PROTECTION IS REQUIRED. The equipment must be connected to the protective earth connection at all times. It is therefore imperative that the unit is properly grounded, using the ground stud provided on the unit rear panel, during installation, configuration, and operation.

  • Page 38: Alternating Current (Ac) Power Interface (Standard)

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 3.5.2 Alternating Current (AC) Power Interface (Standard) Feature Description On / Off Switch Press-fit Fuse Holder IEC Three-prong Connector AC Power Specifications Input Power 40W maximum, 20W typical 100V to 240V AC, +6%/-10%, autosensing Input Voltage (Total absolute max.

  • Page 39: Ac Operation (Standard) - Replacing Fuses

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 3.5.2.2 AC Operation (Standard) – Replacing Fuses FOR CONTINUED OPERATOR SAFETY, ALWAYS REPLACE THE FUSES WITH THE CORRECT TYPE AND RATING. The MCDD-100 uses two 20mm Slow-blow fuses – one each for line and neutral connections. The fuses are contained within a fuse holder that is press-fit into the body of the IEC power module (Figure 3-7).
  • Page 40 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN-MCDD100 Notes: 3–10...

  • Page 41: Chapter 4. Updating Firmware

    TO ENSURE OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE, IT IS IMPORTANT TO OPERATE THE MCDD-100 WITH ITS LATEST AVAILABLE FIRMWARE. Comtech EF Data ships the MCDD-100 MetaCarrier® Detection Device with its latest version of operating firmware. If you need a firmware update, you can obtain it by download from Comtech EF Data’s Web site (www.comtechefdata.com) or from Comtech EF Data Product...

  • Page 42: Getting Started: Preparing For The Firmware Download

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 Getting Started: Preparing for the Firmware Download 1. First, identify the MCDD-100’s assigned Management IP address, and the firmware number, revision letter, and revision number. User-supplied items needed: • A Microsoft Windows-based PC, equipped with available serial and Ethernet ports; a compatible Web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer);...
  • Page 43 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 D. On the PC: Review and record the information displayed on the MCDD-100 Serial Interface: • Management IP Address (factory default is 192.168.1.5/24) • Firmware Number (FW-0000420) and its Release Version (e.g., 1.2.1) See Chapter 5.
  • Page 44 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 See Chapter 6. ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT for information and instructions on using the MCDD-100 Web Server Interface. 2. Next, create a temporary folder (subdirectory) on the user PC for the firmware archive download.
  • Page 45 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 C. Use the “Run” and “Browse” windows to create and rename the temporary folder. • Select [Start] on the Windows taskbar, and then click the “Run...” icon. The “Run” window will open. •...

  • Page 46: Downloading And Extracting The Firmware Update

    Downloading and Extracting the Firmware Update 1. First, download the firmware update file from Comtech EF Data’s Web site: A. Go online to www.comtechefdata.com. B. On the Main page – select the Support tab and then the Software Downloads hyperlink –...
  • Page 47 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 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”...

  • Page 48: Performing The Ethernet Ftp Upload Procedure

    • The latest firmware files have been downloaded or otherwise received from Comtech EF Data and are available on the user PC in an accessible temporary folder. 1. Use Command-Line to send a “PING” command to confirm proper connection and communication between the user PC and the MCDD-100: •...
  • Page 49 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 o Web Server Interface – View the ‘Configuration | Interface’ page: • Once the Management IP address is known – use Command-line to PING: Type “ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx” at the Command-line prompt (where ‘xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx’ is the unit Management IP Address).
  • Page 50 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Updating Firmware MN-MCDD100 • Click [Submit] to save the setting. B. Reboot the MCDD-100: • Go to the Web Server Interface ‘Admin | Firmware’ page. • Click [Reboot] (in the System Reboot section) and [OK] when prompted, and then wait while the MCDD-100 reboots.

  • Page 51: Chapter 5. Serial-Based Remote Product Management

    Chapter 5. SERIAL-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT Introduction 1. To proceed with the MCDD-100 Meta-Carrier® Detection Device’s Serial-based Remote Product Management, assumptions are made that: • The MCDD-100 is operating with the latest version firmware files. • The MCDD-100 is connected to a user-supplied, Windows-based PC, and: o The PC’s serial port is connected to the MCDD-100’s serial ‘CONSOLE’...

  • Page 52: Figure 5-1. Mcdd-100 Serial Interface Example

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 2. USE OF THE SERIAL-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT INTERFACE IS RECOMMENDED ONLY FOR ADVANCED USERS. ALL OTHER USERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO USE THE MCDD-100 WEB SERVER INTERFACE FOR MONITOR AND CONTROL (M&C) OF THE MCDD-100.

  • Page 53: Remote Commands And Queries Overview

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 When the user-supplied terminal emulator program is configured correctly, upon power-up of the MCDD-100, the Serial Interface Info Screen appears, followed by the Serial Interface command prompt MCDD-100>. From here, type “help[cr]” or “?[cr]” (without the quotes) to display the MCDD-100’s available commands and queries, and to review instructions for using the interface.

  • Page 54: Packet Structure

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 5.2.2 Packet Structure The exchange of information is transmitted, Controller-to-Target and Target-to-Controller, in ‘packets’. Each packet contains a finite number of bytes consisting of printable ASCII characters, excluding ASCII code 127 (DELETE). In this context, the Carriage Return and Line Feed characters are considered printable.

  • Page 55: Start Of Packet

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 5.2.2.1 Start of Packet Controller-to-Target: This is the character ‘<’ (ASCII code 60). Target-to-Controller: This is the character ‘>’ (ASCII code 62). The ‘<’ and ‘>’ characters indicate the start of packet. They may not appear anywhere else within the body of the message. 5.2.2.2 Target Address In EIA-232 applications, this value is set to 0000.

  • Page 56: Instruction Code Qualifier

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 5.2.2.5 Instruction Code Qualifier This is a single character that further qualifies the preceding instruction code. Code Qualifiers obey the following rules: From Controller-to-Target, the only permitted characters are: Character Definition This character is used as the Assignment Operator (AO).

  • Page 57: Optional Message Arguments

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 Character Definition If the Controller sends an instruction code that the Target does not recognize, the Target responds by echoing the invalid instruction, followed by ! (ASCII code 33) Example: SRC! If the Controller sends the command to set a parameter to a particular value, and the value sent is valid BUT the router will not permit that particular parameter to be changed at present, the Target acknowledges the message and responds with,...

  • Page 58: Remote Commands And Queries

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 Remote Commands and Queries The Serial Interface (the Controller), shown previously in Figure 5-1, is used to issue remote commands and queries to the MCDD-100 (the Target). From the Serial Interface command prompt MCDD-100> type in the command or query packet, using the format explained previously, for transmission to the MCDD-100.
  • Page 59 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 Command Query Parameter Number of Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments (Instruction & Response to Query Type Arguments Command & Qualifier) Qualifier) Reset Password DPW= None Command only. DPW= Resets the username/password to the factory defaults, where: Username = “comtech”...
  • Page 60 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Serial-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 Notes: 5–10...

  • Page 61: Chapter 6. Ethernet-Based Remote Product Management

    Chapter 6. ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT Introduction Ethernet-based Remote Product Management is available through the MCDD-100 MetaCarrier® Detection Device’s ‘ETHERNET MANAGEMENT’ RJ-45 10/100 BaseT Fast Ethernet port. 1. TO PROCEED WITH ETHERNET-BASED REMOTE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT (SNMP OR WEB SERVER), ASSUMPTIONS ARE MADE THAT: •...

  • Page 62: Ethernet-Based Remote Product Management

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 THE MCDD-100 WEB SERVER INTERFACE FOR MONITOR AND CONTROL (M&C) OF THE MCD-100. Ethernet Management Interface Protocols The user PC facilitates access to Ethernet-based remote monitor and control (M&C) of the MCDD-100 through two separately-operated protocols: •...

  • Page 63: Snmp Interface

    Network Monitoring System server. The following MIB files are associated with the MCDD-100: MIB File/Name Description (where ‘x’ is revision letter) ComtechEFData.mib ComtechEFData MIB file gives the root tree for ALL Comtech EF Data products and consists of only the following OID: ComtechEFData Root MIB file Name: comtechEFData Type: MODULE-IDENTITY OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.6247...

  • Page 64: Web Server (Http) Interface

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 The user defines two Community Strings for SNMP access: • Read Community default = public • Write Community default = private For proper SNMP operation, the MCDD-100 MIB files must be used with the associated version of the MCDD-100 M&C.

  • Page 65: 6.4.2 Web Server Interface - Operational Features

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.2 Web Server Interface – Operational Features 6.4.2.1 Virtual Front Panel The MCDD-100 Web Server Interface features a read-only ‘Virtual Front Panel’ display at the top of every page. This section emulates the MCDD-100 front panel’s real-time LED operation. This provides the Web Server Interface user with ‘heads-up’...

  • Page 66: Execution Buttons

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.2.4 Execution Buttons Configuration changes generally do not take effect until a selection has been saved to Flash memory. There may be anywhere from one execution button per page up to multiple execution buttons within a page section.

  • Page 67: Web Server Interface

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 Figure 6-1. MCDD-100 Web Server Interface Menu Tree 6.4.4 Web Server Interface Page Descriptions 6.4.4.1 Home Pages Click the Info tab to continue. 6.4.4.1.1 Home | Info Click the Home top-level navigation tab and/or the Info nested page tab from any location within the Web Server Interface to view this informational page.

  • Page 68: Home | Contact

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.4.1.2 Home | Contact For all product support, please call: +1.240.243.1880 +1.866.472.3963 (toll free USA) 6.4.4.2 Admin (Administration) Pages Use these pages to set up user access, manage the firmware load preferences, and activate FAST features.

  • Page 69: Admin | Snmp

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 • Enter a Password. The Password can be any alphanumeric combination with a maximum length of 15 characters. The factory default is comtech. • Re-enter the new Password in the Confirm Password text box. Click [Submit] to save these settings.

  • Page 70: Admin | Firmware

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.4.2.3 Admin | Firmware Chapter 4. UPDATING FIRMWARE Use this page to select which image (boot Slot #) is to be designated as the active running firmware image – i.e., the version loaded for operation upon power-up or soft reboot. Figure 6-5.
  • Page 71 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 System Reboot Click [Reboot] to reboot the unit. A dialogue box appears to prompt continuation or cancellation of the reboot process: Click [OK] to continue the reboot process, or [Cancel] to abort the process and return to the ‘Admin | Firmware’...

  • Page 72: Configuration

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.4.3 Configuration Pages Use the nested ‘Configuration’ pages to configure all unit parameters. Click the Config or Interface tab to continue. 6.4.4.3.1 Configuration | Config Figure 6-6. Configuration | Config Page Demod Config •...

  • Page 73: Configuration | Interface

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.4.3.2 Configuration | Interface Use this page to configure the ‘ETHERNET MANAGEMENT’ RJ-45 10/100 BaseT Fast Ethernet Management Interface port. Figure 6-7. Configuration | Interface | E1 Page Management Interface •...

  • Page 74: Figure 6-8. Status | Monitor Page

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.4.4.1 Status | Monitor Figure 6-8. Status | Monitor page Demod Status This section provides estimates for the Center Frequency (in MHz), Symbol Rate (in ksps), and the status of the MCDD acquisition circuit. Carrier ID Info This section provides information decoded from the received MetaCarrier: •...

  • Page 75: Status | Alarms

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 6.4.4.4.2 Status | Alarms Use this page to view cumulative alarms and stored events information. Figure 6-9. Status | Alarms page Alarms Use the associated drop-down menu to define a designated alarm as Alarm, Fault or Masked, and then click [Change] to initiate.

  • Page 76: Utility Page

    • Serial Number – The unique identifier for this specific product is provided here. Refer to this number when contacting Comtech EF Data Customer Support for upgrade or service issues. • Unit Name – The product (e.g., MCDD-100) is identified here.
  • Page 77 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 • Set Date (dd/mm/yy) – Use the European time format DD/MM/YY (where DD = day [01 to 31], MM = month [01 to 12], and YY = year [00 to 99]) to enter a date. Click [Submit] to save these settings.
  • Page 78 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Ethernet-based Remote Product Management MN-MCDD100 Notes: 6–18...

  • Page 79: Appendix A. Interference Identification

    (resulting in no usable communications). The purpose of this appendix is to present a number of scenarios that address marginal, partial, and complete interference, and to provide explanations of how Comtech EF Data’s MCDD-100 MetaCarrier® Detecting Device or MCED-100 MetaCarrier® Embedding Device (referred to collectively as the MCxD-100), using Carrier ID technology, may be used to extract the source of the interference.

  • Page 80: Scenario 1: Marginal Interference

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Appendix A MN-MCDD100 Scenario 1: Marginal Interference Item Description “Interfering” 256 ksps Data Carrier “Desired” 3.5 Msps Data Carrier Figure A-1. Scenario 1 (Marginal Interference) Figure A-1 shows a marginal interference scenario where a 256 ksps Data Carrier is interfering with a 3.5 Msps Data Carrier.

  • Page 81: Scenario 2: Marginal Interference

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Appendix A MN-MCDD100 Scenario 2: Marginal Interference Item Description “Interfering” 256 ksps Data Carrier “Desired” 3.5 Msps Data Carrier Figure A-2. Scenario 2 (Marginal Interference) In the marginal interference scenario shown here in Figure A-2, the energy of the interfering carrier is due to cross polarization and is not significant –...

  • Page 82: Scenario 3: Partial Interference

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Appendix A MN-MCDD100 Once an interfering carrier is found, the uplinking station can be contacted and a request may be made to either disable or re-peak the identified transmission service. Scenario 3: Partial Interference Item Description “Interfering”...

  • Page 83: Scenario 4: Complete Interference

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Appendix A MN-MCDD100 Scenario 4: Complete Interference Item Description “Desired” 256 ksps Data Carrier “Interfering” 3.5 Msps Data Carrier Figure A-4. Scenario 4 (Complete Interference) In this complete interference scenario (Figure A-4), the energy of the interfering carrier is significant.

  • Page 84: Scenario 5: Complete Interference

    MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Appendix A MN-MCDD100 Scenario 5: Complete Interference Item Description “Desired” 5.0 Msps DVB-2 Video Carrier “Interfering” 5.0 Msps DVB-2 Video Carrier Figure A-5. Scenario 5 (Complete Interference) In this scenario (Figure A-5), two 5.0 Msps carriers contain an identical center frequency and symbol rate.
  • Page 85 MCDD-100 MetaCarrier Detection Device Revision 3 Appendix A MN-MCDD100 As before, 50% probability is assumed, since the MCxD-100 must achieve code phase- lock to obtain the Carrier ID from the MetaCarrier. Therefore, each time the MCxD-100 is instructed to reacquire, the probability remains that it will achieve code phase-lock to the interfering carrier.
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