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XTS-200C
Outdoor Solid State
Amplifier Operation
and Installation
Manual
Document Number: MN5-0281-002
Revision:
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This is a controlled document.
The official version of this document is located
in Xicom Technology Document Control.
Printed copies are for reference only.
408-213-3000 Phone • 408-213-3001 Fax
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305-0281-002
3550 Bassett Street
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
www.xicomtech.com

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  • Page 1 Applicable to: 305-0281-002 This is a controlled document. The official version of this document is located in Xicom Technology Document Control. Printed copies are for reference only. 3550 Bassett Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 408-213-3000 Phone • 408-213-3001 Fax...
  • Page 2 Document Number: MN5-0281-002 Revision: B Date: June 2004...
  • Page 3 Applicable to: 305-0281-002 This is a controlled document. The official version of this document is located in Xicom Technology Document Control. Printed copies are for reference only. 3550 Bassett Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 408-213-3000 Phone • 408-213-3001 Fax...
  • Page 4 Xicom Technology for current technical specifications. Xicom Technology reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of Xicom Technology to notify any person of such revision or changes.
  • Page 5 XTS-200C Outdoor Solid State Amplifier Operation and Installation Manual About this manual This manual provides operators and technicians with a set of tools for operating and maintaining the Outdoor Unit Family of Xicom Solid State Power Amplifiers. This Prefix contains a Table of Contents that applies to the entire manual and a Record of Changes page that applies only to this Prefix.

  • Page 6: Who Should Use This Manual

    XTS-200C Outdoor Solid State Amplifier Operation and Installation Manual Who should use this manual This manual is designed for use by trained operators and technicians who have a thorough knowledge of satellite transmitting and receiving equipment. Persons using this manual should familiarize themselves with the information in the Appendices before reading the main sections.
  • Page 7 XTS-200C Outdoor Solid State Amplifier Operation and Installation Manual Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 07/15/2003 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12136 Original release 05/13/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12257 Update Table of Contents 06/30/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr.
  • Page 8 XTS-200C Outdoor Solid State Amplifier Operation and Installation Manual Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols MNC-0000-010 Chapter 1 Overview MNC-0100-007 Chapter 2 Safety MNC-0200-004 Chapter 3 Unpacking and Installation MNC-0300-011 Chapter 4...
  • Page 9 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By 9735 Original Release 04/17/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10179 Add numerous abbreviations 08/21/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10646 Add more abbreviations; CE symbols 01/14/2003 A.L.
  • Page 10 MNC-0000-010 Revision A6...
  • Page 11 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols References The following documents are used as reference material for this chapter: International Standard ISO-7000: 1989. Graphical symbols for use on • equipment — Index and synopsis International Standard CEI/IEC 60417-2: 1998.
  • Page 12 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols Abbreviation or Definition Acronym BDELIM band elimination binary digit beamwidth btry battery Block Upconverter buzzer bandwidth °C degree Celsius calibration CATE computer aided test equipment component board CCTWT Coupled Cavity Traveling Wave Tube commsat communications satellite central processing unit...
  • Page 13 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols Abbreviation or Definition Acronym helix voltage °F degree Fahrenheit farad First Article Test field-effect transistor FGIPA Fixed Gain Intermediate Power Amplifier freq frequency Filament Time Delay (TWTA, KPA) Giga (one billion) Giga Hertz henry Process using a high voltage power supply to verify high voltage Hi-pot...
  • Page 14 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols Abbreviation or Definition Acronym Line Driver Amplifier Light Emitting Diode Local Oscillator Low Power Amplifier Mega (million) M&C Monitor and Control milli Ampere MSDC Multistage Depressed Collector Mega Hertz miprcs microprocessor Modular Power Supply MSDC Multi-Stage Depressed Collector mean sea level...
  • Page 15 VGIPA Variable Gain Intermediate Power Amplifier Variable Phase Combiner VSWR voltage standing wave ratio Watt waveguide watthour watthour meter watt meter wtrprf waterproof wtrtt watertight working voltage XFMR Transformer XMIT Transmit Xicom Technology Analog Outdoor Amplifier MNC-0000-010 Revision A6...
  • Page 16 Xicom Technology Controller Xicom Technology Digital Outdoor Amplifier Xicom Technology Klystron Amplifier XTKD Xicom Technology Klystron Amplifier with Flat Display Xicom Technology Klystron High Efficiency Amplifier — Flat XTKH Display with Multistage Depressed Collector XTRD Xicom Technology Rack Mount Digital Amplifier...
  • Page 17 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols CE Symbols Symbol Definition Alternating Current (AC) CE Marking symbol for equipment and documentation meeting European Quality Standards. Earth Ground Fuse Input Local OFF for a part of equipment ON for a part of equipment MNC-0000-010 Revision A6...
  • Page 18 List of Abbreviations, Acronyms, and CE Symbols Symbol Definition Output Power OFF Power ON Protective Earth Ground Remote Reset Transmitted Power Monitor MNC-0000-010 Revision A6...
  • Page 19 Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 04/02/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 9869 Original Release 06/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10033 Update to reflect amplifier improvement 08/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10359 Update Contacting Xicom Technology 10/14/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. paragraph MNC-0100-007 Revision C...

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents

    Contacting Xicom Technology ........

  • Page 21: Overview

    Overview Overview Product Overview This manual is for the Xicom Technology Solid State ODU Power Amplifier with microprocessor control. The ODU may be mounted on an antenna or other outdoor location without the need for an additional watertight enclosure. The standard amplifier consists of: a SSPA (Solid State Power Amplifier).
  • Page 22 Overview Figure 1, Typical Solid State Power Amplifier ODU Antenna Mount Block Diagram MNC-0100-007 Revision C...

  • Page 23: Physical Characteristics

    Refer to Appendix titled Mechanical Drawings for the Physical Characteristic Specifications of your amplifier. The Xicom Solid State ODUs are air cooled where the outside cooling air does not pass through the SSPA and power supply enclosure. The SSPA and power supply are conduction cooled.

  • Page 24: Specifications

    Refer to the Appendix titled Specifications for the specifications of your amplifier. Contacting Xicom Technology Assistance If you need to contact Xicom Technology for assistance with your product you may use one of the following: Address: Xicom Technology 3550 Bassett Street...
  • Page 25 Safety/Sicherheit Safety/Sicherheit Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 04/02/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 9869 Original Release 06/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12217 Add Fuse and Power Receptacle 05/18/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Warnings 12707 Added German Translation 12/03/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. MNC-0200-004 1 of 14 Revision C...
  • Page 26 Safety/Sicherheit Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Safety/Sicherheit ............3 General Information .

  • Page 27: Safety/Sicherheit

    Safety/Sicherheit Safety/Sicherheit General Information This chapter identifies the safety requirements to be applied when performing any of the procedures specified in this manual. It is the responsibility of the user to follow all applicable safety regulations when using this manual. This chapter contains safety summaries consisting of general safety and health precautions.
  • Page 28 Safety/Sicherheit WARNING — A procedure, technique, restriction, etc., if not followed exactly, could result in injury or death to personnel. WARNING This symbol denotes an ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD WARNING in a procedural step and is used whenever death or injury to personnel could result from electrical shock.

  • Page 29: General Warnings And Cautions

    Safety/Sicherheit Note — A procedure, technique, restriction, special interest, etc., that requires emphasis or consideration for the performance of a procedural step or steps. Note This symbol denotes a NOTE in a procedural step. A NOTE is used whenever emphasis or consideration for the performance of a procedural step or steps is necessary.

  • Page 30: Ladder Hazards

    Safety/Sicherheit easily accessible to service personnel. Failure to comply could result in serious injury or death. WARNING To prevent electrical shock the amplifier should not be operated with the cover removed unless service personnel are thoroughly familiar with its operation and are experienced with high voltage.

  • Page 31: Rf Radiation Hazards

    Safety/Sicherheit RF Radiation Hazards WARNING The power amplifier is capable of generating high power microwave radiation that can cause bodily harm. Prior to operation ensure that: the technician assigned to perform the maintenance does not • wear a pacemaker. all the microwave connections are securely fastened. •...

  • Page 32: Sicherheit

    Safety/Sicherheit Sicherheit Allgemeine Information Dieses Kapitel benennt die Sicherheitsanforderungen, die bei der Durchführung jedes der in diesem Handbuch spezifizierten Verfahren zu befolgen sind. Der Benutzer des Handbuches ist bei dessen Verwendung für die Befolgung aller zutreffenden Sicherheitsbestimmungen verantwortlich. Dieses Kapitel enthält aus Allgemeinsicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz bestehende Sicherheitszusammenfassungen.
  • Page 33 Safety/Sicherheit WARNUNG — Wenn ein Verfahren, eine Technik, Einschränkung usw. nicht genau befolgt wird, könnte dies die Verletzung oder den Tod von Menschen verursachen. WARNUNG Dieses Symbol bedeutet GEFAHR EINES ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGES bei einem Verfahrensschritt und wird immer dann verwendet, wenn der Tod oder die Verletzung von Menschen durch einen elektrischen Schlag verursacht werden könnten.

  • Page 34: Allgemeine Warnungen Und Ermahnungen Zur Vorsicht

    Safety/Sicherheit Ermahnung zur Vorsicht — Wenn ein Verfahren, eine Technik, Einschränkung usw. nicht genau befolgt wird, könnte dies Schaden am Gerät verursachen. Vorsicht Dieses Symbol bedeutet ERMAHNUNG ZUR VORSICHT bei einem Verfahrensschritt. Eine ERMAHNUNG ZUR VORSICHT wird immer dann verwendet, wenn ein Geräteschaden als Folge eines nicht genau befolgten Verfahrens eintreten kann.
  • Page 35 Safety/Sicherheit WARNUNG Der Leistungsverstärker des Solid State ODU ist nicht mit internen Sicherheits-Sperrschaltern ausgerüstet. Schalten Sie den Versorgungsstrom AUS und ziehen Sie das Stromkabel heraus bevor Sie die Abdeckungshülle des Verstärkers entfernen. Nichtbeachtung könnte ernsthafte Verletzungen oder Tod zur Folge haben. WARNUNG Der Leistungsverstärker verwendet Hochspannung, die bei Berührung tödlich sein kann.

  • Page 36: Leitergefahren

    Safety/Sicherheit WARNUNG Wenn Spannung in einer Hochspannungszuleitung gemessen werden soll: schalten Sie das Gerät AUS. • benutzen Sie eine Kurzschlusssonde um sich zu • vergewissern, dass die Kondensatoren entladen sind. vergewissern Sie sich, dass die Messsonden • vorschriftsmäßig isoliert und auf 1 kv oder mehr ausgelegt sind.

  • Page 37: Rf Strahlungsgefahr

    Safety/Sicherheit RF Strahlungsgefahr WARNUNG Der Leistungsverstärker kann eine hochwirksame Mikrowellenstrahlung erzeugen, die Körperschäden verursachen kann. Vergewissern Sie sich vor Inbetriebnahme, dass: der zur Durchführung der Wartung eingeteilte Techniker • keinen Herzschrittmacher trägt. alle Mikrowellenverbindungen sicher befestigt sind. • keine Mikrowellen austreten können. •...
  • Page 38 Safety/Sicherheit MNC-0200-004 14 of 14 Revision C...
  • Page 39 Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Installation Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 04/02/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 9869 Original Release 06/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10033 Update M&C Connector Pinouts; update 08/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Fault Indicators. 10197 Update RF Inhibit Information 08/26/2002 A.L.
  • Page 40 Unpacking and Installation Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Unpacking and Installation............5 Unpacking and Inspection .
  • Page 41 Unpacking and Installation List of Figures Number Title Page Number Figure 1, Typical 4 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence ..... . . 8 Figure 2, Typical 8 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence .
  • Page 42 Unpacking and Installation List of Tables Number Title Page Number Table 1, Digital Monitor and Control Connector J1 Pinouts......12 Table 2, Analog Monitor and Control Connector Pinouts .

  • Page 43: Unpacking And Installation

    Unpacking and Installation Unpacking and Installation Note This document is intended for outdoor SSPAs and other related products with Rabbit microporcessors. Unpacking and Inspection Inspect the inside and outside of the shipping container for signs of damage. If any shipping damage is detected, call the shipping carrier and submit a damage report.

  • Page 44: Waveguide Connection

    Xicom recommends the use of Kapton® tape, 3M Brand, #92, Xicom P/N 602-0001-001. Remove tape or cap prior to final installation. Failure to comply could result in contamination to the internal waveguide system and equipment damage.
  • Page 45 Schutzkappe oder Klebeband abgedeckt werden das beim Entfernen keine Klebstoffreste hinterlässt. Xicom empfiehlt die Verwendung von Kapton® Band, 3M Brand, #92, Xicom P/N 602-0001- 001. Band oder Kappe vor Endinstallation entfernen. Nichtbeachtung könnte Kontamination des internen Hohlleitersystems oder Beschädigung der Ausrüstung zur...

  • Page 46: Air Circulation

    Unpacking and Installation Figure 1, Typical 4 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence Figure 2, Typical 8 Screw Mounting Flange Tightening Sequence Air Circulation The power amplifier is cooled with a built-in fan. Heated exhaust air should not be recirculated into the power amplifier. A clearance of 6-8 inches is recommended to allow the heated exhaust air to clear the power amplifier air inlet.

  • Page 47: Power And Interface Interconnections

    Unpacking and Installation Power and Interface Interconnections When performing the procedures in this section refer to the Wiring and Interconnect Drawings for your specific amplifier. These drawings are located in the appendix titled Interconnect Drawings. Prime Power Connections The AC Prime Power receptacle is located on the amplifier front panel. Nominal line voltage is 100 to 260 VAC (180 to 260 VAC on some high power units), 47-63 Hz, single phase.

  • Page 48: Monitor And Control Connector

    Unpacking and Installation Monitor and Control Connector To externally control the amplifier a M&C interface is provided. The connector is a 32-pin MIL style waterproof connector. The Monitor and Control connector provides these interfaces for the use of the customer: COM1 —...
  • Page 49 Unpacking and Installation Figure 5, Analog M&C Connector Pin Layout MNC-0300-011 11 of 26 Revision H...
  • Page 50 Unpacking and Installation Table 1, Digital Monitor and Control Connector J1 Pinouts Signal Description Reserved Reserved RS-232 RS-232 Reserved Reserved RS-232 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved System GND System GND RS-422/485 Transmit + RS-422/485 Transmit - RS-422/485 Receive + RS-422/485 Receive -...
  • Page 51 Unpacking and Installation Table 2, Analog Monitor and Control Connector Pinouts Signal Definition Summary Fault A — Normally Open A closed to F when Fault Contact Transmit IND — Normally Open B closed to F when Transmit Contact Standby IND — Normally Open Contact C closed to F when Standby Reserved Reserved Power ON IND —...

  • Page 52: A/B Amp Select J1-D

    Unpacking and Installation Note Refer to Table 1“, Digital Monitor and Control Connector J1 Pinouts,” on page 12 for the definition of the pins listed in the following paragraphs. A/B AMP Select J1-d Refer to Figure 6. The Amplifier A/B select is an Opto isolator input. When the input at J1-d is HI, amplifier address B is selected.

  • Page 53: Output Voltages

    Unpacking and Installation Output Voltages J1-b, c A + 24 VDC voltage is supplied that can deliver up to 100 mA. This supply voltage is available on Pins b and c. The return for this voltage is either Pin a or Pin Z. J1-f A +15 VDC voltage is supplied that can deliver up to 10 mA.

  • Page 54: Rf Inhibit With External Source

    Unpacking and Installation RF Inhibit with External Source Caution Do not mix internal and external references because there may a difference in ground potential between the external source and the HPA. Failure to comply could result in damage to the equipment. Achtung Wenn ein unterschied im Ground potential zwischen äusseren quelle und HPA vorhanden ist, die inneren und...

  • Page 55: Rf Output Analog Output

    Unpacking and Installation Figure 9, RF Inhibit with switch A opened RF Output Analog output The Digital Monitor and Control provides the analog output voltage correspondence to the RF output power. The conversion formula is: (PdBm – 47.27)/19.05 = 10 [log10(Vo)] or P = 47.27 + 19.05...
  • Page 56 Unpacking and Installation Table 3, J6 Waveguide Switch Connector Pinouts Description WG SW1 SEL A WG SW1 SEL B WG SW2 SEL A WG SW2 SEL B WG SW1 POS A IND WG SW1 POS B IND WG SW1 RF Inhibit WG SW2 POS A IND WG SW2 POS B IND WG SW2 RF Inhibit...

  • Page 57: Wg Switches Position Select

    Unpacking and Installation WG Switches Position select Refer to Figure 11. The WG Switches Position can be selected via serial interface. When a WG switch position is selected, a +24 V pulse will be sent to the WG Switch to initiate the switch rotation. Figure 11, WG SW1 Position A Select Command WG Switches Position Indicator Refer to Figure 12.

  • Page 58: Sum Fault Input

    Unpacking and Installation Sum Fault Input Refer to Figure 13. The Sum Fault input comes from the other amplifier. The Sum Fault input provides a pull up resistor of 100K to + 15V for an open collector input at J6-M. A logic HI is present when the other amplifier faults or is turned off.

  • Page 59: Wave Guide Switch 1 And Wave Guide Switch 2 Rf Inhibit

    Unpacking and Installation Wave Guide Switch 1 and Wave Guide Switch 2 RF Inhibit Refer to Figure 15. The Waveguide Switch RF Inhibit input provides a pull up resistor of 100K to + 15V. An input HI is required when a RF Inhibit command is received from Waveguide Switch 1 at J6-G or Waveguide Switch 2 at J6-K.

  • Page 60: Redundant Configuration Application

    Unpacking and Installation Redundant Configuration Application Refer to Figure 16. The SSPA has built-in Waveguide switch control and indicator functions. Two SSPAs can be configured in a 1:1 redundant system without an external system controller. In Redundant configuration one amplifier constantly monitors the operation of the other amplifier so that if the online amplifier becomes faulted, the backup amplifier will take its place.

  • Page 61: Serial Interface Ports

    Unpacking and Installation Serial Interface Ports Dual serial interface connectors (COM1 and COM2) are available for remote control operation. Both serial interface ports are always enabled. The amplifier will respond to commands from either interface. The last command received has precedence. COM1 is an RS-232 only serial interface.

  • Page 62: Reverse Power

    Unpacking and Installation Figure 18, Typical RS-485 4-Wire Full Duplex Implementation Reverse Power The Reverse Power Fault is set to Active Low when the reflected power exceeds P -7 dB, Prated -10 dB in some applications. Refer to the rated specification in Appendix A for detailed specifications of your apmplifier.

  • Page 63: Local And Remote Operation

    Local and Remote Operation Xicom Technology ODUs have a built-in microprocessor for remote Monitor & Control using Xicom Standard Protocol. To operate from a remote position refer to the chapters titled Operation and Amplifier communication and Protocol for detailed information.
  • Page 64 Unpacking and Installation MNC-0300-011 26 of 26 Revision H...
  • Page 65 Operation Operation Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 04/02/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 9869 Original Release 06/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10033 Update to reflect amplifier improvement 08/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12707 Add German Translation 12/03/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. MNC-0400-012 1 of 8 Revision C...
  • Page 66 Operation Operation ............3 Description .

  • Page 67: Operation

    Operation Operation Description An external control and monitor unit may be used to operate the SSPA ODU series amplifiers. Control and status signals are accessed via a 32 pin interface connector or an IrDA Interface. Operating Modes There are three amplifier operating modes: Standby •...

  • Page 68: Power Supply Voltage Fault

    Operation Power Supply Voltage Fault The power supply voltage fault circuit will latch immediately when a fault in one of the three internal power supply voltages occurs. A voltage fault may be cleared by sending the Fault Reset command. SSPA Overtemperature Fault A SSPA over-temperature fault will clear itself once the temperature of the base plate is reduced to a safe operating level.

  • Page 69: Control And Status Signals

    Operation Control and Status Signals Control Signals AC Power ON Normal (M&C Interface) The SSPA is turned on by connecting the AC Cord to the prime AC power source. ON/OFF control of the AC input is at the AC power source. The control system turns ON as soon as prime AC power is applied.

  • Page 70: Initial Turn On

    Operation Initial Turn On The Initial Turn On procedure has three parts: Prepower Check. • Turn On. • Turn Off. • This procedure should be followed to ensure proper operation of the amplifier and to avoid permanent damage to the amplifier. Caution Ensure that all of the following instructions are followed.

  • Page 71: Turn On

    Operation Vorsicht Überschreiten Sie nicht die in der Produktspezifikation angegebene Begrenzung der HF-Eingangsspannung. Sie verursachen sonst eine Überhitzung der SSPA. Nichtbeachtung kann zu einer bleibenden Schädigung der SSPA führen. Turn On 1 There are two ways to turn ON the SSPA: Normal (M&C) Interface) —...
  • Page 72 Operation MNC-0400-012 8 of 8 Revision C...
  • Page 73 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 04/02/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 9869 Original Release 06/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10523 Update to reflect change in 12/06/2002 A.L.
  • Page 74 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol ..... . 5 Overview.
  • Page 75 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol List of Figures Number Title Page Number Figure 1, Basic Configuration..........6 MNC-0500-010 Revision D...
  • Page 76 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol List of Tables Number Title Page Number Table 1, Standard Packet Format ......... 9 Table 2, Packet Format (Redundant Controller —...

  • Page 77: Overview

    Note In this chapter, the term analog refers to devices without a serial interface. The term digital refers to devices with a serial interface (RS-232/RS-485). Xicom amplifiers typically respond to a message in less than 20 milliseconds. Communication Digital SSPA (Solid State Power Amplifier) Both rack-mounted and outdoor digital SSPAs have a built-in microprocessor for handling serial communications.

  • Page 78: Compatibility

    Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Compatibility Two serial hardware interfaces (RS-232, RS-422/485) are available for the control link. Amplifiers without the power monitor option will respond to queries for power readings, but the value returned should be ignored because output power is not being measured.

  • Page 79: Protocol

    Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Protocol Overview Xicom digitally controlled devices monitor their serial and ethernet ports for incoming messages and respond to messages as soon as they are verified. Response time varies, typically less than 20 milliseconds.

  • Page 80: Printable Vs. Non-Printable Protocols

    If you send a message using non-printable protocol, devices will respond using the non-printable protocol. There are no DIP switches to set, and there is no software to configure. Xicom devices always respond in kind: Printable and non-printable protocols differ only in the characters used •...
  • Page 81 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Flow control options should be set to "none." SSPAs support 8/1 or 7/1, but not 8/2, etc. • The default communication parameters are 9600 baud, N/8/1, unless • otherwise requested. Parameters are selected using a remote interface. •...

  • Page 82: Example Of "Base 95

    Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Table 4, Check Byte Calculation “Base 95” 1. Take [Sum (all message bytes)] – 32 = C 2. Then take [Modulus C (“Base 95”)] + 32 = Result (Printable ASCII character in range of 32 to 126) “Exclusive OR”...

  • Page 83: Reject And Ascii Codes

    Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Reject and ASCII Codes Table 5 is a list of Reject Codes that are returned when an illegal or unsupported command is sent. Table 6 is a cross reference list of the ASCII Codes that are used in generating the commands and queries of the protocol.
  • Page 84 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Table 6, ASCII Code Cross Reference CHAR CHAR CHAR ‘ < > MNC-0500-010 Revision D...
  • Page 85 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Table 6, ASCII Code Cross Reference CHAR CHAR CHAR SPACE “ & ‘ MNC-0500-010 Revision D...

  • Page 86: Commands And Queries

    Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Commands and Queries Amplifier Queries ID/Version Command Byte: '0' Response: "MMMMMMMVRR" MMMMMMM is the amplifier model number. V is the firmware version number. RR is the firmware revision level. Optional Parameter: “0” Returns the following: Response: "MMMM-MMM/SSSSS/V.RR/YYYY-MM-DD"...
  • Page 87 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Summary Status Command Byte: '1' Response: "AB" formatted as follows: Byte 'A' Bit 7: Reserved (always zero) 6: Complement of Bit 5 5: Power Supply Enabled 4: VDD ON 3: Standby 2: Remote Mode 1: Constant Power On 0: RF Inhibited Byte ‘B’...
  • Page 88 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Fault Status Command Byte: '3' Response: "AB" formatted as follows: Byte 'A' Bit 7: Reserved (always zero). 6: Complement of bit 5. 5: Reserved 4: Upconverter Fault. 3: Over Temp Fault. 2: Reserved. 1: Fan Locked.
  • Page 89 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Fault History Command Byte: '4' Response: A list of the last 100 faults. Each fault string has the following format: "AAAAAAAA YYMMDD HHMM!" The first eight bytes describe the fault, and the remaining bytes serve as a time-stamp. Each string is terminated by '!';...
  • Page 90 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Attenuator Counts Command Byte: '8' Response: "XXXX" counts, ranging from 0 to 4095. This is the value written to the D- to-A converter which controls the attenuator. Alarm Condition Command Byte: '9' Response: One byte of alarm status, formatted as follows. Bit 7: Reserved (always zero).
  • Page 91 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Miscellaneous Setup Command Byte: ‘P‘ Query: PEX<?> E = Ethernet X = mode or parameter you wish to query. D? = Interface Up/Down status. I? = IP Address N? = Netmask M? = MAC Address U? = Interface Up/Down status.
  • Page 92 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Advanced Query Command Byte: '?' Description: The Advanced Query feature, which is included in firmware versions 3.56 and higher, is intended to streamline the user’s polling loop by allowing the user to construct custom query sequences.
  • Page 93 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Parameter Information Requested Response Format 4 bytes Byte A Summary Status Byte A Byte B Summary Status Byte B Byte C Bit 7 — Reserved Bit 6 — compliment of Bit 5 Bit 5 — Reserved Bit 4 —...
  • Page 94 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol ‘%’ Time & Date YYYY/MM/DD, HH:MM 4 Bytes Byte A Fault Status Byte A Byte B Fault Status Byte B Byte ‘C’ Bit 7: Reserved Bit 6: Compliment of bit 5 Bit 5: Reserved Bit 4:Reserved Bit 3: Reserved Bit 2: Reserved...
  • Page 95 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol A XXXX in Watts (generate alarm) High Power Alarm/Fault ‘h’ F XXXX in Watts (generate fault) Trip point and setting D XXXX in Watts (disabled) A XX.X in dBm (generate alarm) Low Power Alarm/Fault ‘L’...
  • Page 96 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Get Serial Configuration Command Byte: 'X' Parameters: '?' returns the configuration of the communications port that the query was received on. "1?" returns information on COM1. "2?" returns information on COM2. “R?” returns RS-485 Configuration. Response for ‘?’, ‘1?’, and ‘2?’: "CBBBBBBPDS"...

  • Page 97: Amplifier Commands

    Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Amplifier Commands Time and Date Command Byte: ‘%’ Function: Sets the Time and Date of unit’s internal clock. If the Time and Date is set, a software reset is generated. Parameter: %YYYY/MM/DD, HH:MM Note: The Hour is in 24 hour format.
  • Page 98 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Step Attenuator Command Byte: 'C' Function: Steps attenuator count up or down. The attenuator count is written to the D- to-A converter that controls the attenuation. When this command is executed, the change in attenuation is virtually instantaneous, permitting radical adjustments to output power.
  • Page 99 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Constant Power (dBW) Command Byte: 'F' Function: The SSPA seeks the specified power level until Constant Power is terminated by Goto Power (Command Byte ‘D’ or ‘E’) or Terminate Constant Power (Command Byte ‘H’). Also called "Auto Gain Stabilization," the Constant Power (dBW) command allows the user to operate an amplifier over extended periods of time while maintaining a set power level.
  • Page 100 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Clear RF Inhibit Command Byte: 'J' Function: RF drive to the SSPA is enabled. Compatibility: Attenuator required. Set Attenuator Command Byte: 'K' Parameter: “XX.X” dB of attenuation OR “IX.X” to increase attenuation by X.X OR “DX.X”...
  • Page 101 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol High RF Trip Command Byte: 'M' Function: Sets a High RF trip point. If output power exceeds the set point, an alarm or fault is generated provided. By default the trip point is not enabled until this trip point is set.
  • Page 102 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Miscellaneous Setup Command Byte: 'P' Function: Miscellaneous Setup Parameters: “CX” to set Configuration Mode. X is the redundancy mode you wish to operate. 0 — is single thread no waveguide switch. 1 — is redundant system with one waveguide switch (1:1 configuration.) 2 —...
  • Page 103 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol Set Serial Configuration Command Byte: 'X' Function: Configures serial communications on the specified port and sets the unit address. Use this command carefully as it could cause you to lose communications with the amplifier. See the Get Serial Configuration query for a related command. To configure the serial port, use Parameter Format 1.
  • Page 104 Solid State Power Amplifier Communication and Protocol MNC-0500-010 Revision D...
  • Page 105 Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 11/21/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12182 Original Release 05/04/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12760 Update to apply to both TWT and SSPA 01/03/2005 A.L. Crozier, Jr. MNC-0500-014 1 of 6 Revision B...
  • Page 106 Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Firmware Update Procedure, HPA ........3 Overview.
  • Page 107 Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Note This document applies to HPAs with Rabbit Based Microprocessors. Overview This chapter provides the service technician with information and a procedure that will allow the equipment firmware to be updated. Contact Customer Service for assistance. Contact information is located in the chapter titled Overview.
  • Page 108 Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Updating HPA Firmware Use this procedure to update the HPA Firmware. 1 Connect the Com1 serial port to the RS-232 connector of the HPA control cable. Set the programming switch on the control cable to the “program” position.
  • Page 109 Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Refer to Figure 2. Enter the complete path where the three loader files are stored; or click on the buttons with the three dots and browse to the directory where the files are located and select that file.
  • Page 110 Firmware Update Procedure, HPA Refer to Figure 4. Click on the “three dots” button and browse to the directory where the firmware executable file is located and select that file. Press OK. Figure 4, Locate the Flash Image File The Rfu application will begin downloading the files. 10.
  • Page 111 Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 03/11/2003 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12302 Original Release 06/16/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10910 Update Chapter Title 03/31/2003 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12707 Added German Translation 12/03/2004 A.L.
  • Page 112 Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA ........3 Requirements .

  • Page 113: Requirements

    Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Requirements Monthly Inspect the Air Inlet and Exhaust Ports. Ensure the ports are unobstructed. Remove any: Lint • Leaves • Straw • Quarterly Inspect and clean: The electrical connections; make sure all connections are •...

  • Page 114: Battery Disposal Instructions

    Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Caution Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to comply could result in equipment damage. Battery Disposal Instructions General Information Replacement battery part number: 490-0008-001 Disposal of spent batteries should be performed by authorized, professional disposal company which has the knowledge in the requirements of the Federal, the State and the Local authorities...

  • Page 115: Anweisungen Zur Entsorgung Von Batterien

    Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Hazardous waste of spent cells and batteries can be disposed after they are first neutralized through an approved secondary treatment prior to disposal (as required by U.S. Land Ban Restriction of the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984).

  • Page 116: Vereinigte Staaten

    Preventive Maintenance, ODU SSPA Vereinigte Staaten Lithiumbatterien sind weder speziell aufgeführt noch entsprechend dem Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) von den Bestimmungen der Bundesumweltbehörde (EPA) zu Sondermüll ausgenommen. Das einzige möglicherweise in Betracht kommende Metall der Zelle ist das Lithium, das nicht auf der Liste geführt oder als giftiger Sondermüll eingestuft ist.
  • Page 117 Service and Repair Service and Repair Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 08/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Incorporate RMA Form and format 08/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. change Format changes—Table of Contents, 09/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. List of Figures, List of Tables 9183 Original Release 10/12/2001 A.L.
  • Page 118 Service and Repair Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Service and Repair ........... . 3 Introduction.

  • Page 119: Return Authorization

    Facsimile: 408-213-3107 email: CustSupport@xicomtech.com Or you may use the online RMA request form located on the Xicom Technology Web Site: www.xicomtech.com/support/support.htm Figure 1 on page 5 is an example of the RMA Form. When corresponding with Xicom Technology always refer to the equipment by the model number, part number and serial number.
  • Page 120 Mark the container with the words FRAGILE, DELICATE INSTRUMENT. HANDLE WITH CARE on each side of the container. Ship the container to the following address: XICOM TECHNOLOGY 3550 Bassett Street Santa Clara, CA 95054 RMA #__________________...
  • Page 121 PLEASE NOTE - Units returned during the Warranty period that are found to be problem free will be charged the minimum evaluation fee. FOR ALL OUT OF WARRANTY UNITS: Xicom Technology will not proceed with the repair until we have a purchase order in place.
  • Page 122 Service and Repair MNC-0700-001 Revision F...
  • Page 123 C-BAND SOLID STATE AMPLIFIER XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC OUTDOOR SSPA This document is best viewed using the Times New Roman font THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. 13061 Change Aoppendix A 05/09/2005...
  • Page 124 3.2.5.1 Gain Small Signal 65 dB minimum 75 dB maximum at maximum gain control THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No. 305-0281-002 REV B Page 2 of 8...
  • Page 125 Linear ± .03nsec/MHz Parabolic ± .003nsec/MHz Ripple 1ns peak to peak THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No. 305-0281-002 REV B Page 3 of 8...
  • Page 126 Gain Adjustment 0 dB to 20 dB setting Waveguide switch control see operating and installation manual THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No. 305-0281-002 REV B...

  • Page 127: Environmental Specifications

    12,000 ft AMSL operating, derate 2 degC per 1000 ft 3.4.2.4 Cooling Forced air THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No. 305-0281-002 REV B Page 5 of 8...
  • Page 128 FAT testing is done per specified customer requirements. The FAT test shall include as a minimum the tests defined in Section 5.1 above THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No.
  • Page 129 Freq = 6.1375 GHz Fail Operating into a short THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No. 305-0281-002 REV B Page 7 of 8...
  • Page 130 Freq = 6.425 GHz Tested by : _______________ Date:________ Verified by : ________________ Date: _______ THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF XICOM TECHNOLOGY. REPRODUCTION OR RELEASE WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. XTS-200C, 5.85-6.425GHz, W/BUC Document No. 305-0281-002 REV B...
  • Page 141 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 04/12/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. Update to reflect new power supply 09/27/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. MNC-0000-039 1 of 12 Revision 2...
  • Page 142 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal..........5 Overview .
  • Page 143 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal List of Figures Paragraph Title Page Number Figure 1, Location of Power Supply Screws......... . 6 Figure 2, Power Supply Interface Connectors .
  • Page 144 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal MNC-0000-039 4 of 12 Revision 2...
  • Page 145 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal Overview This is a step-by-step procedure showing how to remove and replace SSPA power supplies. The supply may be removed and replaced while the amplifier is in place or it may be done at a repair facility. Required Tools and Materials A #2 Phillips Head Screwdriver is the only tool required to remove and replace the power supply.
  • Page 146 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal Removing Power Supply (Part Number 310-0476-001) Use this procedure to remove the power supply (Part Number 310-0476-001). 1 Turn the amplifer power OFF. Remove the input power cable. 2. Refer to Figure 1. Turn the amplifier upside down. 3.
  • Page 147 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal 4. Refer to Figure 2. Carefully raise the front of the power supply to an angle of about 5 degrees. This will allow the power supply heatsink to clear the amplifier case. Figure 2, Power Supply Interface Connectors Note Each of the interface connectors on the amplifier are attached to cables that retract into the amplifier case.
  • Page 148 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal Replacing Power Supply (Part Number 310-0476-001) Use this procedure to replace the power supply (Part Number 310-0476-001). 1 Refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3. Position the new power supply approx- imately one inch from the Power Supply Interface Connectors at an angle of approximately 5 degrees.
  • Page 149 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal 5. Using a #2 Phillips Head Screwdriver, replace the six screws that secure the power supply to the amplifier. 6. Turn the amplifier right side up and connect the input power cable. 7. The amplifier is ready to be placed back in service. Removing Power Supply (Part Number 310-0415-003) Use this procedure to remove the SSPA power supply (Part Number 310-0415-003).
  • Page 150 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal Figure 5, Power Supply Interface Connector 5. Hold power supply with one hand; unscrew the connector at the rear. 6. Lift the power supply clear of the amplifier case and place it on a flat surface.
  • Page 151 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal 2. Connect the power supply to the interface connector: Line up the connector key slot with the key on the power supply • connector. Connect the power supply to the interface connector. • Line up the red locking guide dots on the interface connector with •...
  • Page 152 ODU SSPA Power Supply Removal MNC-0000-039 12 of 12 Revision 2...
  • Page 153 Operation Addendum, SSPA M&C Termination Cable Operation Addendum, SSPA M&C Termination Cable Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 12/04/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12182 Original Release 05/04/2004 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 13238 Update Cable termination to reflect RF 07/13/2005 S.
  • Page 154 The SSPA is capable of operator interface through a controller or running continuously in the last mode programmed. This is accomplished using a specially configured termination cable (Xicom P/N 350-0716-002.) The termination cable has been wired so that the SSPA will operate in an unattended or standalone state.
  • Page 155 Operation Addendum, SSPA M&C Termination Cable MNC-0000-003 3 of 4 Revision B...
  • Page 156 Operation Addendum, SSPA M&C Termination Cable MNC-0000-003 4 of 4 Revision B...
  • Page 157 Protocol Addendum, Block Upconverter Protocol Addendum, Block Upconverter Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By Preliminary Release 12/14/2001 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 9474 Original Release 01/25/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. MNC-0000-002 Revision A...
  • Page 158 Protocol Addendum, Block Upconverter Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Protocol Adendum, Block Upconverter ........3 Block Upconverter Protocol .
  • Page 159 Protocol Adendum, Block Upconverter Protocol Adendum, Block Upconverter Block Upconverter Protocol An overall description of the amplifier communications and protocol is described in the chapter titled Amplifier Communication and Protocol. The function of the BUC (Block Up Converter) protocol is to determine presence of the external reference frequency or indicate malfunction in the system PLL (Phase Lock Loop).
  • Page 160 Protocol Adendum, Block Upconverter MNC-0000-002 Revision A...
  • Page 161 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Record of Changes Revision ECO Description Date Initiated By 10125 Original Release 08/05/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 10516 Add X and DBS Band Information 12/06/2002 A.L. Crozier, Jr. 12612 Add Note about 10 MHz Reference; 10/20/2004 A.L.
  • Page 162 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page Number Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter ........3 Overview.
  • Page 163 Figure 1, Typical Block Diagram of a High Power Amplifier with Block Upconverter. Note If the modem being used does not have the IF multiplexed with the reference, a dixplexer is available from Xicom (Part Number: 545-0021-001) to combine the two signals. Note Xicom offers SSPA/HPA Block Upconverter options with an internal 10 MHz reference.

  • Page 164: Functional Description

    Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Functional Description The block diagram in Figure 3 provides a schematic for the BUC. Table 1 presents a frequency plan for the output of the BUC. The input of the BUC provides diplexing to direct the reference frequency to the LO Synthesizer and IF frequency to the mixer.
  • Page 165 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Figure 3, Detailed BUC Block Diagram MNC-0000-015 5 of 8 Revision C...
  • Page 166 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Table 1, BUC Output Frequency Plan Band LO Freq IF Freq Output Freq .950 5.85 1.550 6.45 1.750 6.65 6.95 0.95 1.45 12.80 .950 13.75 1.700 14.5 13.05 0.95 14.0 1.45 14.5 16.35 0.95 17.3 1.75 18.1 Notes: 1) RF = IF + LO...
  • Page 167 RF sample port. In the event that the frequency drifts outside the acceptable range, the unit must be either re-aligned by a Xicom certified maintenance center or alternatively the modem L Band output must be adjusted to correct the output frequency. Adjusting the L Band modem frequency is the simplest method and is recommended.
  • Page 168 Operation Addendum, Block Upconverter Figure 4, Drift Compensation Block Diagram MNC-0000-015 8 of 8 Revision C...