Multi-band block translator
weather resistant unit (18 pages)
Summary of Contents for Cross Technologies 2083-0703
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ALARM Data, drawings, and other material contained herein are proprietary to Cross Technologies, Inc., but may be reproduced or duplicated without the prior permission of Cross Technologies, Inc. for purposes of operating the equipment. Printed in USA. When ordering parts from Cross Technologies, Inc., be sure to include the equipment model number, equipment serial number, and a description of the part.
All Cross Technologies, Inc. products are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year after shipment to customer. Cross Technologies, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at Cross Technologies, Inc.’s option, replacing parts, subassemblies, or entire assemblies. Cross Technologies, Inc. shall not be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages.
1.1 Equipment Description The 2083-0703 Translator converts 720 ± 75 MHz to 370 ± 75 MHz with a high side LO (inverted spectrum). Push button switches select the gain, and other parameters. Front panel LEDs provide indication of DC power (green), PLL alarm (red), and Remote operation (yellow).
DB9; No or NC contact closure on Alarm Size 19 inch, 1 RU Standard Chassis 1.75” high x 16.0” deep Power 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47- 63 Hz, 25 watts maximum Technical Characteristics continued on page 5... 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 4 08/24/15...
1.3 Monitor and Control Interface A) Remote Serial Interface Protocol - RS-485, RS-422 or RS-232C (selectable), 9600 baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit. M&C Cable Diagram - Cross Technologies Frequency Converters Male DB-9 Female DB-9 2015/16/17 M&C Port...
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B) Commands - Table 1.2 lists the commands for the 2083-0703 and briefly describes them. After a command is sent the 2083-0703 sends a return “>” indicating the command has been received and executed. General Command Format - The general command format is {aaCND...}, where:...
G. Top Cover - There are no serviceable parts inside the product so, the Top Cover should not be removed. If the Top Cover is removed the ground strap and associated screw MUST BE REINSTALLED prior to Top Cover screw replacement. FAILURE TO DO this may cause INGRESS and/or EGRESS emission problems. 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 8 08/24/15...
2.1 Mechanical The 2083-0703 consists of one RF/Controller PCB housed in a 1 RU (1.75 inch high) by 16 inch deep chassis. A switching, ± 12, +24, +5 VDC power supply provides power for the assemblies. The 2083-0703 can be secured to a rack using the 4 holes on the front panel.
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10 MHz 370 ±75 MHz, See Table 2.2. 47-63 Hz. Ext. Ref. Output -30 to -5 dBm output FIGURE 2.1 2083-0703 Rear Panel I/Oʼs TABLE 2.1 J10 Pinouts* TABLE 2.1 J J 10 Function RS232C RS232C TABLE 2.2 I I nput/Output...
Red LED indicates controls which values are being remote operation. presence of DC power an alarm condition. adjusted. Does not function in from power supply. the normal display mode. FIGURE 2.2 2083-0703 Front Panel Indicators 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 11 08/24/15...
2.4 Installation / Operation 2.4.1 Installing and Operating the 2083-0703, Translator Section 1. Connect a -50 dBm to -25 dBm signal to IN, J1 (Figure 2.1) 2. Connect the OUT, J2, to the external equipment. 3. Connect 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47 - 63 Hz to AC on the back panel.
If programming is initiated and no operator action takes place for approximately 12 seconds (before the final press of the Menu/Execute switch) the display will revert to its previous status and you will need to start over. 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 13 08/24/15...
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A) During gain changes, the vertical movement will raise or lower the number in the direction of the arrows. B) For other functions such as REF on/off, the vertical switch will alternately turn the function on or off regardless of the direction operated. 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 14 08/24/15...
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Selecting Y will save the new settings. Selecting N will revert to the previous settings. Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to: 720 > 370 G=20 REF+INT Figure 2.4 gives the menu items and how to make changes. 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 15 08/24/15...
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SCROLL <> EXT REF Menu 3 Select External 10 MHz SCROLL PUSH BUTTON Reference (option -E) SCROLL <> Save? When go to end SAVE SETTINGS? SCROLL PUSH BUTTON FIGURE 2.4 Menu Display and Sequence 2083-0703 Manual, Rev. 0 Page 16 08/24/15...
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