Configurations; Features/Options Installed At Time Of Order; Feature Upgrades; Hardware Options - Comtech EF Data DMD50 Installation And Operation Manual

DMD50 Universal Satellite Modem
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Configurations

The unit can be configured in the following ways:
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Features and options that are installed when the unit is ordered
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Feature upgrades

 Hardware options that are installed to a unit that is sent to a Comtech facility
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Hardware options that the user can install at their own location

1.2.1 Features/Options Installed at Time of Order

Features installed at the time of ordering are the options pre-installed/initialized in the factory
prior to shipment. These can be reviewed from the front panel. Refer to Chapter 4, User
Interfaces, for information on how to view these features. Factory installed options are chassis
and board configurations that are introduced during manufacture.
1.2.2 Feature Upgrades
Feature Upgrades are a simple and quick way of changing the feature set of an installed modem.
Feature upgrades are how most options are implemented. Features may be purchased at any time
by contacting a Comtech Corp. salesperson. Refer to Chapter 4 and Appendix D, for information
on how upgrade features are enabled.

1.2.3 Hardware Options

Hardware options (refer to Appendix A) are purchased parts that can be installed into the unit at
the customer's site. A screwdriver is normally the only tool required. Please contact the
Customer Service Department for information not limited to availability and to shipping costs.
Only authorized service personnel should handle and install optional
hardware options.

1.2.4 Factory Installed Options

Units may also be sent to the factory for hardware option installation. Please contact the
Customer Service Department for information not limited to availability and to shipping costs.
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Function Accessibility

All functions can be accessed with a terminal or personal computer via a serial link for complete
remote monitoring and control capability.
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