Table of Contents
Advertisement
RC1500B Single Axis Tracking Antenna Controller
memory track sub-mode), MNU (track mode, menu sub-mode), ERR (track mode, error sub-
mode).
Programming modes consist of SET (setup mode), LIM (limits), CFG (config), DEL (delete),
FIX (resync mode), RST (reset mode).
The Operational modes are the ones used in everyday operation of the controller.
To switch between modes in a group, press the MODE key and release. The new mode will
display in the upper right hand corner of the display. To switch to the other group of modes,
hold the MODE key in for five seconds and release. This scheme was designed to help keep
inexperienced personnel from inadvertently changing any of the programmed parameters
specified during system setup. It is also recommended that Expert Access be used to safeguard
the integrity of the data (see section 2.5).
2.3
Mode Descriptions
The mode system on the RC2000C antenna controller resembles the menu system used with
many personal computer (PC) programs. On a PC program a menu system allows the user to
perform operations or to enter in data. The user must navigate through the menu structure to the
particular menu which allows access to the function or data that the user wishes to manipulate.
On the RC2000C the mode which is currently active is always displayed in the upper right hand
corner of the LCD. Here is a summary of the modes implemented on the RC2000C.
MANUAL
1673 50 H 247
GALAXY 6 F
MAN
In manual mode you can:
1. Jog the antenna about the fundemental control axis using the ARROW KEYS
2. Toggle the speed from fast to slow (and vice versa) with the SPEED key.
3. Jog the polarization with the CCW/CW keys.
4. Use the H/V keys to toggle between the preset H and V polarizations of the satellite which
was the last target of an AUTO move.
When MANUAL mode is active the following information is displayed on the top row of the
LCD: antenna position, polarization position, polarization position code (H or V) and the current
signal strength. The signal strength is derived from a receiver or modem automatic gain control
(AGC) output or a dedicated beacon receiver.
The bottom row of the LCD displays the satellite name and the antenna speed ('F' for fast, 'S'
for slow). While jogging the antenna at slow speed a symbol is displayed to the right of the 'S'
Research Concepts, Inc.; 5420 Martindale; Shawnee, KS 66218
Chapter 2
Basic Function
WWW.RESEARCHCONCEPTS.COM
5
Advertisement
Table of Contents
