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ABC40UKA Manual
ABC40UKA / ABC40UKAF
40 W Universal Ka-Band (27.5-31.0 GHz) BUC
USER MANUAL
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  • Page 1 ABC40UKA Manual ABC40UKA / ABC40UKAF 40 W Universal Ka-Band (27.5-31.0 GHz) BUC USER MANUAL Page 1 of 35...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABC40UKA Manual Table of contents Introduction……………………………………………….……………..………... Receiving and …………………………………………………..…………………...….. inspection Equipment Damage or Loss Return of Equipment Preparing for …………………………………………………….…………..…….….. installation Safety Precautions General ………………………………………………..…………….……….….. description General Considerations Securing the Block Up Converter Installing the Block Up Converter…………………………………………………………………………..………………...…...9 Site Considerations Indication…………………………………………………………………….………………………..10...
  • Page 3 ABC40UKA Manual Functional ………………………………………………………….……………….. Overview General IF/RF Conversion and Amplification Monitor and Control (optional) ………………………………………..…………….………………... Operation. ……………………………………….…………………..…..…. Maintenance Performance …………………………………………….……………….……………….. Check Out-of Warranty Repair Appendix 2. Mechanical ……………..………………………………….………….……………..Drawing Appendix 3. Spare …………………………………………….…………………………………. Parts Appendix 4. M&C ………………………………………………….………………….. Commands…... Appendix 5. M&C Connection ………………………………………………….…………………..
  • Page 4 This document covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the ABC40UKA BUC. It contains information intended for engineers, technicians and operators working with the block up converter. To make inquiries, or to report errors of fact or omission in this document, please contact Actox Corporation at toll free 866-888-6087.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    ABC40UKA Manual INTRODUCTION The ABC40UKA is a reliable, high quality, cost efficient stand-alone block up converter. The application for this block up converter is Ka-Band VSAT communication in an outdoor environment. This line of superior products, engineered using state of the art technology, is characterized by unparalleled durability and dependability.

  • Page 6: Receiving And Inspection

    1. Identify, in writing, the condition of the equipment, 2. Refer to the Invoice, Purchase Order and the date the equipment was received. Notify Actox Corporation RMA department of the equipment condition and obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and shipping instructions.

  • Page 7: Preparing For Installation

    ABC40UKA Manual Preparing for Installation Before attempting to install or use the block up converter, we recommend that you first familiarize yourself with the product by reading through this manual. Understanding the operation of the system will reduce the possibility of incorrect installation, thereby causing damage or injury to yourself or others.

  • Page 8: General Description

    ABC40UKA is powered by +36~+60 VDC via IF cable. The block up converter can be used as a stand-alone unit or in a redundant configuration. Specifications Appendix 1 summarizes the specifications of the ABC40UKA BUC. For mechanical specifications, refer to the outline drawing, Appendix 2. General Considerations The block up converter shall meet all specifications over full bandwidth and under all environmental conditions when terminated with a load of VSWR at 1.5:1 unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 9: Installing The Block Up Converter

    ABC40UKA Manual Installing the Block-Up Converter Tools and Test Equipment Have on hand a standard electrician's tool kit and any tools listed in the antenna manufacturer's installation instructions. Site Considerations The BUC is designed to mount on the antenna. Locate and install the antenna according to instructions supplied by the antenna manufacturer.

  • Page 10: Led Indication

    Bias T (for example, ABT6ARN/ABT6ARF manufactured by Actox Corporation) or a similar bias T type. Please make sure to check the sticker on the BUC for the appropriate power source before any power connections are performed.

  • Page 11: Recommended Test Equipment

    ABC40UKA Manual Recommended Test Equipment The following equipment or equivalent is recommended for installation and system alignment: Equipment Type Spectrum Analyzer HP8563E Digital Voltmeter Fluke 8050 Adapter Waveguide to coax C or Ku-band RF cables With calibrated insertion loss up to 15GHz 40 dB attenuator High Power to match HPA output.

  • Page 12: Appendix 1. Technical Specifications

    ABC40UKA Manual Appendix 1. Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS RF frequency 27.5-31.0 GHz Quad L.O. 26.55, 27.4, 28.05 GHz and 29.05 GHz IF frequency 950 to 1,950 MHz 40W (+46 dBm min.), P-Linear 22.7W (+43.05 dBm min.) Output power IF connector N-type or F-type Power supply –...

  • Page 13: Connections And Mounting Hardware

    ABC40UKA Manual Connections and Mounting Hardware The IF input connection requires a coaxial cable with an F or N type connector. The RF output requires a waveguide with a WR-28 flat flange. An O-ring shall be used to seal the waveguide connection.

  • Page 14: Functional Overview

    ABC40UKA Manual Functional Overview General This section describes the block up converter functions in detail. The functional overview explains the RF amplification, monitor & control and power distribution. IF/RF Conversion and Amplification The IF Input requires a signal with a 10MHz reference, and 36-60 VDC power source. 2-4.5Amps nominal enters the BUC by a coaxial cable, converted to Ka-Band by the BUC and goes through an internal isolator and reject filter, which provides a good VSWR at the input.

  • Page 15: Operation

    ABC40UKA Manual Operation It shall be performed by authorized personnel. Procedure Verify that the installation procedure described was completed. A complete physical check of the customer’s system is suggested. The output power available at the output waveguide flange is extremely hazardous.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    ABC40UKA Manual Maintenance This section contains information on how to maintain, troubleshoot and repair the block up converter. The block up converter is extremely reliable, requiring very little preventive maintenance, or repair. Should there be a malfunction, this section also contains technical information to help diagnose basic failures.

  • Page 17: Performance Check

    Out-of Warranty Repair A non-warranty and out-of-warranty repair service is available from Actox Corporation for a nominal charge. The customer is responsible for paying the cost of shipping the BUC both to and from Actox Corporation for these repairs. Page 17 of 35...

  • Page 18: Appendix 2. Mechanical Drawing

    ABC40UKA Manual Appendix 2. Mechanical Drawing Page 18 of 35...

  • Page 19: Appendix 3. Spare Parts

    Fax: 1-866-888-6087 Email: mark_moore@actox.com For additional information, please contact our customer service department at: (619)906-8893 or 1-866-888-6087 Actox Corporation designers and manufacturers of telecom & wireless products ABC40UKA Universal Ka-Band Spare Parts Order Form From: Place By: Signature: Telephone: Email:...

  • Page 20: Appendix 4. M&C Commands

    ABC40UKA Manual Appendix 4 M&C Commands Reply Packet format Explanation Interpretation Examples 7E FX E0 ZZ 7F Acknowledge that the X = Device address of the packet 1) reply: 7E FF ACK (Acknowledge received packet was source device. E0 E0 7F properly processed.
  • Page 21 ABC40UKA Manual Query device for 1) cmd: 7E FF 02 18 current gain. Note: FF E5 7F reply: 7E FF value is depending of 84 18 FF 02 8A 69 7F attenuation settings. (Gain = 0x028A = 7E FF 02 Update Gain: 7E FF GG GG = Gain in 10 x dB.
  • Page 22 ABC40UKA Manual 1) cmd: 7E FF 02 03 04 05 7F reply: 7E FF 84 03 04 00 0A 7E FF 02 Update device Query for device XX = Device address. 89 7F (Device address = 0xA) Get Device 03 04 05...
  • Page 23 ABC40UKA Manual Command Packet format Explanation Possible replies Interpretation Examples 7E FF 02 10 12 ZZ Query device for Update L.O. QQ QQ =L.O. 1.cmd: 7E FF 02 10 Get L.O. L.O. Frequency frequency Frequency 12 ZZ 7F Frequency 7E FF 84 10 12...
  • Page 24 ABC40UKA Manual M&C Serial Protocol. SCI Packet Byte Description ♦ STX is the start transmission byte (defined as 0x7E). This byte is used to determine the start of a packet. ♦ Dest/Src Address contains the destination address in the high nibble and the source address in the low nibble.
  • Page 25 ABC40UKA Manual CRC Calculation Example To send a command to read the temperature (database element = 0x0606) from the Booster (device address 0x0F), the command is: Example Only --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7E FF 02 06 06 02 7F Dest/Src = 0xFF CMD/Len = 0x02...

  • Page 26: Appendix 5. M&C Connection Instructions

    ABC40UKA Manual Appendix 5. M&C Connection Instructions BUC 19 pin connector for a PC / Laptop BUC connection to PC carried by cable with 19 pin female connector (fig.1) on the one side and RJ45 (fig. 2), two DB9 (fig. 3) female connectors: RS232 and RS485 on the other side Figure 1.1 —...
  • Page 27 ABC40UKA Manual PC interface name From PC Interface pin Pin name From BUC pin Ethernet RX_P RX_N TX_P TX_N RS-485 GNDISO TX_B TX_A RX_B RX_A RS-232 GNDISO TX_RS-232 RX_RS-232 MUTE_IN ALARM_IN P_OUT_OUT GNDISO Table 1 — BUC to PC Cable Connection...
  • Page 28 ABC40UKA Manual BUC Connection to PC via Serial Port  Run NewBuc v.301 on your PC, when it opened you will see next window: Figure 2.1 — Start window with Monitor Tab In the head there is device information, such as:  Device Name: Name that you can give to your device (You can change device name in the tab Settings) ...
  • Page 29 ABC40UKA Manual  MUTE: Configurable parameter. Stand-by BUC (On/Off output transmit). Includes two modes: Mute – output transmitter will be shut down until demand; Unmute – output transmitter will be always switched. For changing mode click the button Set. ...
  • Page 30 ABC40UKA Manual Figure 2.3 — Program Address Configurations Settings Tab Tab Settings open access to change BUC configurations. The tab indicated on the fig. 2.4 Figure 2.4 — Start window with Settings Tab Internet Connection Parameters:  IP Address: Configurable. Factory default, 192.168.1.250;...
  • Page 31 ABC40UKA Manual Additional BUC Options:  Device Name: Let you rename your device;  Description: Write here description or notes about your device;  Start Mute: Option that lets you to start BUC muted. Configurable. Factory default, disable.  LED`s: Option that lets you to switch on/off LED`s on dashboard. Configurable. Factory default, enable.
  • Page 32 ABC40UKA Manual BUC Connection via Ethernet For connection with BUC via Web use internet browser. You will see next page: Figure 3.1 — Start Page For log in type your login and password in appropriate fields. There are two access levels: User and Admin.
  • Page 33 ABC40UKA Manual In the head of the page you will find information about your device (BUC Name, Model and Serial Number) and current access level (User or Admin). On the tab Monitor situated BUC telemetry and BUC Alarms. Tab Monitor is functionally similar to the tab Monitor from the program NewBuc v.301 (see fig.
  • Page 34 ABC40UKA Manual Figure 3.4 — Settings Panel (Access Level: User) This tab conditionally divided into two panels. Left panel contains information about current connection parameters (DHCP status, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Port and MAC Address), connection speed (for RS232 and RS485 ports) and BUC address. Right panel designed to change login configurations, such as Name and Password.
  • Page 35 ABC40UKA Manual Admin Access level gives wider range of configurations. In this access level available several new parameters, such as:  DHCP: you can switch on/off DHCP;  SMNP Manager IP: set IP address of the computer that will receive Traps from your device.

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