TANDBERG SM6630 User Manual
TANDBERG SM6630 User Manual

TANDBERG SM6630 User Manual

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ST.US.E10244.1
USER GUIDE
SM6630 and SM6635
Satellite Modulators
Software Version 1.04 and later
SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators
ENGLISH (UK)
www.tandbergtv.com

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  • Page 1 ST.US.E10244.1 USER GUIDE SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Software Version 1.04 and later SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators ENGLISH (UK) www.tandbergtv.com...
  • Page 2 This document and the information contained in it is the Issue 1 first published in 2007 by: property of TANDBERG Television Ltd and may be the TANDBERG Television Ltd subject of patents pending and granted. It must not be...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Contents Who Should Use This User Guide? ................5 Purpose of This Guide ....................5 What Equipment is Covered by This User Guide? ............5 Hardware and Software Options..................5 Summary of Features.....................6 Installing the Equipment .....................8 Introduction ........................8 Operating Voltage ......................8...
  • Page 4 SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Equipment Packaging ....................32 Packaging Statement ....................32 Packaging Markings.....................32 Materials Declarations....................34 Overview ........................34 For the European Union....................34 For China ........................34 Disposal of this Equipment..................35 General.........................35 For the European Union....................35 Recycling ........................36 List of Figures Figure 2.1: Typical Rear Panel and Connectors (SM6635 model shown which has an L-Band output card fitted) ......9...
  • Page 5: Who Should Use This User Guide

    Who Should Use This User Guide? Purpose of This Guide This User Guide is written for operators/users of the SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators to assist in installation and operation. It is not intended to be a detailed source of information. This can be found in the Reference Guide companion document which is issued on CD.
  • Page 6: Summary Of Features

    1.4.4 IF Output Model Modulator model SM6630 has a tuneable 50-180 MHz IF output. Both main and monitor outputs are provided on this model. 1.4.5 L-Band Output Model Modulator model SM6635 has a tuneable 950-1750 MHz L-band output.
  • Page 7 SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators 1.4.6 DVB-S2 and PREKOR Capability Modulator models SM6630 and SM6635 are both DVB-S2 capable and incorporate TANDBERG Television’s proprietary PREKOR Dynamic Pre-correction system. The PREKOR system corrects non-linear magnitude and phase distortions, and group delay distortion introduced by the uplink HPA and satellite transponder. It is of particular benefit when using higher order modulations such as 16QAM, 16APSK or 32APSK.
  • Page 8: Installing The Equipment

    WARNING Do not remove the covers of this equipment. Hazardous voltages are present within this equipment and may be exposed if the covers are removed. Only TANDBERG Television trained and approved service engineers are permitted to service this equipment. CAUTION Unauthorised maintenance or the use of non-approved replacements may affect the equipment specification and invalidate any warranties.
  • Page 9: Power Cable And Earthing

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Power Cable and Earthing Check that the power cable is suitable for the country in which the Modulator is to be used. WARNINGS 1. The Technical Earth is not a Protective earth for electric shock protection.
  • Page 10: Table 2.1: Base Unit Model Connectors

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Table 2.1: Base Unit Model Connectors Connector ASI IN 1 Two BNC, female 75 Ω connectors provide DVB-compliant ASI electrical connections at a fixed line transmission rate ASI IN 2 of 270 Mbit/s. 50 Ω SMA socket provides an L-band input from the L-BAND IN output of an auxiliary Modulator.
  • Page 11: Figure 2.2: Base Unit Model Signal Connections

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators 2.4.2 Signal Connections Figure 2.2 shows the Base Unit Model rear panel connectors. SM663x Satellite Modulator RS-232/485 Remote Control RESET / SM6630/BAS STATUS Alarm / Fail Relay Interface ETHERNET 1 IF OUT MAIN (75R) IF Output Main...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Modulator To The Power Supply

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Connecting the Modulator to the Power Supply WARNINGS 1. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 2. As no mains switch is fitted to this unit, ensure the local power supply is switched OFF before connecting the supply cord.
  • Page 13: Powering Up/Down

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Powering Up/Down 2.6.1 General Before powering up the equipment, confirm that the Modulator has been correctly installed by checking the following: !" The Modulator enclosure has been installed in a suitable location. !" Power supply range has been checked and the relevant fuse has been set at the rear panel power inlet connector, and a good earth has been provided.
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Getting Started The following procedure is a guide to get the equipment up and running. !" Switch on the Modulator. With the Modulator correctly installed and connected to the input and output equipment, switch on the unit in accordance with the instructions given in Section 2.6.
  • Page 15: Operating The Equipment From The Front Panel

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Operating the Equipment From the Front Panel Introduction CAUTION Only one logical control interface on the Modulator, i.e. Front Panel, Terminal, SNMP Remote Control, FTP, etc, should be used at any one time. Using more than one interface simultaneously may cause unexpected behaviour of the Modulator.
  • Page 16: Navigating The Menus

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Navigating the Menus 3.3.1 Push Buttons There are six push buttons on the front panel which allow menus to be selected and commands or options chosen. The push buttons are shown in Figure 3.2. The push button functions are described in Table 3.1.
  • Page 17: Front Panel Interface Modes

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Table 3.2: Front Panel LCD Symbols Symbol Description Indicates there are more menu selections above. Indicates there are more menu selections below. " Indicates current selection that can be edited or viewed. To change the selection, use the arrow push buttons to scroll up and down.
  • Page 18: Full Access Mode Menu Structure

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Full Access Mode Menu Structure FRONT PANEL MENUS →View Status | Main ↓ View Active Alarms | Menu • ↓ Logs Menu View Alarm Log ↓ • Configuration Menu View Event Log ↓ System Menu •...
  • Page 19: Table 3.3: Menu Options

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Table 3.3: Menu Options Top Level Sub-level Description View Status Displays the current status and temperature, and current date and time. View Active Gives a snapshot of present alarms when Enter Alarms is pressed. Logs Menu View Alarm Log History of alarms, e.g.:...
  • Page 20 Gold Seq N: 0 – 262141 (available only when Standard is set to DVB-S2) Roll-off: 20%, 25%, 30%, 35% IF Frequency: 50 – 180 MHz for model SM6630; 950 – 1750 MHz for model SM6635 Uplink Freq: 10.070000 GHz (value related to IF Frequency, dependent upon UpConv Freq and IF Spectrum –...
  • Page 21 Gold Seq N: 0 – 262141 (available only when Standard is set to DVB-S2) Roll-off: 20%, 25%, 30%, 35% IF Frequency: 50 – 180 MHz for model SM6630; 950 – 1750 MHz for model SM6635 Uplink Freq: 10.070000 GHz (value related to IF Frequency, dependent upon UpConv Freq and IF Spectrum –...
  • Page 22: Using The Full Access Mode

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Top Level Sub-level Description System Menu Network Settings Allows configuration of the IP Address, Gateway IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway Enable State and SNMP Mode. Network Time Allows configuration of the IP Address, Time Server Protocol and enable state of the Network Time Server.
  • Page 23 SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators 3.6.2 Change Parameter The Change Parameter menu permits each parameter change to be executed independently and immediately in the current configuration. 3.6.3 Change Configuration To change the configuration, a pending configuration is created by selectively modifying various parameters as required.
  • Page 24 SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators :[192.168.055.003  " IP Addr Edit : 255.255.240.000  Mask Mode !" Press the UP and DOWN arrow keys to cycle through the characters. Use the LEFT and RIGHT keys to navigate along the address. When finished, press Enter to confirm the change.
  • Page 25: Preventive Maintenance And Fault-Finding

    Do not attempt to service this product as opening or removing covers may expose dangerous voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to service personnel who have been authorised by TANDBERG Television. The following is a list of conditions which may indicate the need for servicing: !"...
  • Page 26: Maintenance And Support Services

    TANDBERG’s years of design and support experience enable it to offer a range of service options that will meet your needs at a price that makes sense.
  • Page 27: Maintenance Philosophy

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators 4.3.3 Levels of Continuing TANDBERG TV Service Support For stand-alone equipment, then TANDBERG Television BASIC Advantage is the value for money choice for you. BASIC provides you with year-by-year Service long after the warranty has expired.
  • Page 28: Alarm And Failure Reporting

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators !" Confirm that inappropriate operator action is not causing the problem, and that the equipment software set-up, via the local terminal, is capable of performing the task being asked of it. Change set-up parameters as necessary.
  • Page 29 SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators !" The indeterminate severity level indicates that the severity level cannot be determined. !" The warning severity level indicates the detection of a potential or impending service affecting fault, before any significant effects have been felt. Action should be taken to further diagnose (if necessary) and correct the problem in order to prevent it from becoming a more serious service affecting fault.
  • Page 30: File Transfer Protocol (Ftp)

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Introduction The SM663X Satellite Modulators provide a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) interface which is primarily used for code and firmware updates. It is also used for retrieving logs and configurations as well as uploading configurations.
  • Page 31: Licence Keys

    Refer to the Reference Guide for full details. Obtaining Licence Keys Licence keys can be purchased from your local TANDBERG Television sales representative. To obtain a key or keys, specify the options required plus the serial numbers of the Modulators. These can be obtained from the Terminal or FTP interfaces.
  • Page 32: Equipment Packaging

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Equipment Packaging Packaging Statement The outer carton and any cardboard inserts are made from 82% recycled material and are fully recyclable. The Stratocell  or Ethafoam 220  polyethylene foam inserts can be easily recycled with other low density polyethylene (LDPE) materials...
  • Page 33 SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators The packaging is reusable per GB 18455-2001 This symbol guarantees that packaging with this symbol is recyclable and will be accepted by cardboard recyclers Recyclable per GB 18455-2001...
  • Page 34: Materials Declarations

    EFUP. For TANDBERG Television products, the hazardous material content is limited to lead (Pb) in some solders. This is extremely stable in normal use and the EFUP is taken as 50 years, by comparison with the EFUP given for Digital Exchange/Switching Platform in equipment in Appendix A of “General Rule of...
  • Page 35: Disposal Of This Equipment

    SM6630 and SM6635 Satellite Modulators Disposal of this Equipment General Dispose of this equipment safely at the end of its life. Local codes and/or environmental restrictions may affect its disposal. Regulations, policies and/or environmental restrictions differ throughout the world. Contact your local jurisdiction or local authority for specific advice on disposal.
  • Page 36: Recycling

    TANDBERG Television’s customer services for assistance with recycling if this site does not show the information you require. Where it is not possible to return the product to TANDBERG Television or its agents for recycling, the following general information may be of assistance: !"...

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