Cross Technologies 3016-1520-1200 Instruction Manual

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ALARM
REMOTE POWER
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.
When ordering parts from Cross Technologies, Inc., be sure to include the equipment model number,
equipment serial number, and a description of the part.
Model 3016-1520-1200
F=19123.125
MENU
G=+10
REF = INT
EXECUTE
C
T
ROSS
ECHNOLOGIES, INC.
6170 Shiloh Road
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
(770) 886-8005
FAX (770) 886-7964
Toll Free 888-900-5588
WEB www.crosstechnologies.com
E-MAIL info@crosstechnologies.com
Downconverter
December 2019, Rev. B
MODEL 3016
DOWNCONVERTER
C
T
ROSS
ECHNOLOGIES INC.

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Summary of Contents for Cross Technologies 3016-1520-1200

  • Page 1 EXECUTE ALARM REMOTE POWER 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. When ordering parts from Cross Technologies, Inc., be sure to include the equipment model number, equipment serial number, and a description of the part.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARRANTY - The following warranty applies to all Cross Technologies, Inc. products. 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.
  • Page 3: General

    1.1 Equipment Description The 3016-1520-1200 Downconverter converts 15 to 20 GHz to 1200 ± 50 MHz in 125 kHz steps (1 kHz opt- X1008). The 15 to 20 GHz is first converted to 7.0 GHz with an agile, high side LO and then to 1200 MHz to obtain the wide tuning range.
  • Page 4: Technical Characteristics

    1.2 Technical Characteristics TABLE 1.1 3016-1520-1200 Downconverter Specifications* Input Characteristics 50Ω /18 dB typ., 14dB minimum Impedance / Return Loss Frequency 15 to 20 GHz Noise Figure, max. 20 dB (max gain) Input Level Range -50 to -30 dBm Output Characteristics (IF) Impedance / Return Loss 750Ω...
  • Page 5 Connector / Impedance 50Ω SMA (RF), 50Ω BNC (IF) - SS 50Ω SMA (RF), 50Ω SMA (IF) Super SMA for >18 GHz Contact Cross for other options *10˚C to 40˚C; Specifications subject to change without notice 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 5. 12/11/19...
  • Page 6: Monitor & Control Interface

    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 Female DB-9 Male DB-9 PC Com Port 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev.
  • Page 7 B) Commands - Table 1.2 lists the commands for the 3016-1520-1200 and briefly describes them. After a command is sent the 3016-1520-1200 sends a return “>” indicating the command has been received and executed. PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa}(00-31) prefix, in the table below, should be used ONLY when RS-485, (OPTION-Q), is selected.
  • Page 8 C) Status Requests - Table 1.2 lists the status requests for the 3016-1520-1200 and briefly describes them. PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa}(00-31) prefix, in the table below, should be used ONLY when RS-485, (OPTION-Q), is selected. Table 1.2 3016-1520-1200 Sta a tus Table 1.2 3016-1520-1200 Status Requests/Inquiries...
  • Page 9 = unit address, range = 00 to 31, only used if interface is RS485, otherwise omit V = command code 3016-1520-1200 = product model and rev. 5.xx is the firmware revision. The unit will append the '>' character if the command is sucessfully processed.
  • Page 10: Environmental Use Information

    F. 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. 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 10. 12/11/19...
  • Page 11: Installation

    2.0 Installation 2.1 Mechanical The 3016-1520-1200 consists of one RF/Controller PCB which is housed in a 1 RU (1 3/4 inch high) by 16 inch deep chassis. A switching, ± 12, +24, +5 VDC power supply provides power for the assembly.
  • Page 12 2.2 Rear Panel Input / Output Signals - Figure 2.2 shows the input and output connectors on the rear panel. FIGURE 2.2 3016-1520-1200 Rear Panel Inputs and Outputs Table 2.1 J10 P P inouts Table 2.1 J10 Pinouts (RS-485/RS-422/RS-232C)* Description...
  • Page 13: Front & Rear Panel Controls & Indicators

    Figure 2.3 Front & Rear Panel Controls & Indicators 2.4 Installation / Operation 2.4.1 Installing and Operating the 3016-1520-1200 Downconverter 1. Connect a -50 dBm to -30 dBm signal, to RF IN, J2 (Figure 2.3, page 9) 2. Connect RF OUT, J5, to the external equipment.
  • Page 14: Menu Settings

    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. 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 14. 12/11/19...
  • Page 15 A) During frequency, gain changes, the vertical movement will raise or lower the number in the direction of the arrows. B) For other functions such as Mute on/off, the vertical switch will alternately turn the function on or off regardless of the direction operated. 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 15. 12/11/19...
  • Page 16 Selecting Y will save the new settings. Selecting N will revert to the previous settings. Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to the default display: F = 19123.125 G = +10 REF = INT Figure 2.5 shows all the menu items and how to make changes. 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 16. 12/11/19...
  • Page 17 Selecting Y will save the new settings. Selecting N will revert to the previous settings. Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to: F = 19123.125 G = +10 REF = INT Figure 2.5 gives the menu items and how to make changes. 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 17. 12/11/19...
  • Page 18 Internal 10 MHz Reference. REF = AUTO -I appears on the front panel display where -I indicates that the unit is using the Internal 10 MHz Reference. The Internal 10 MHz Reference is present on the reference output connector, J18. 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 18. 12/11/19...
  • Page 19 ADDRESS = 00 (option -Q) SCROLL PUSH BUTTON SCROLL <> PUSH BUTTON Save Settings? At the end or SAVE SETTINGS? when “R” is selected from any of the above menus FIGURE 2.5 Menu Display and Sequence 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 19. 12/11/19...
  • Page 20 ROSS ECHNOLOGIES, INC. 6170 Shiloh Road Alpharetta, Georgia 30005 (770) 886-8005 FAX (770) 886-7964 Toll Free 888-900-5588 WEB www.crosstechnologies.com E-MAIL info@crosstechnologies.com Printed in USA 3016-1520-1200 Manual_Rev. B Page 20. 12/11/19...

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