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ABD125KX User Manual
ABD125KX / ABD125KXF
125 W Extended Ku-Band BUC
USER MANUAL
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  • Page 1 ABD125KX User Manual ABD125KX / ABD125KXF 125 W Extended Ku-Band BUC USER MANUAL Page 1 of 34...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABD125KX User Manual Table of contents Introduction……………………………………………….……………..………... Receiving and …………………………………………………..…………………...….. inspection Equipment Damage or Loss Return of Equipment Preparing for …………………………………………………….…………..…….….. installation Safety Precautions General ………………………………………………..…………….……….….. description Considerations Securing the Block Up Converter Installing the Block Up Converter…………………………………………………………………………………….…………...9 LED Indicators, Connector Pin Assignment, 10MHz Reference Powering Options, Setting L.O., Setting Tx/Rx Frequencies...
  • Page 3 ABD125KX User Manual ………………………………………..………..….……... Operation Procedure ……………………………………….…………………....Maintenance Preventive Care Procedure Block Up Converter Cooling System Preventive Maintenance Performance Check Troubleshooting Out-of Warranty Repair Appendix 1 Technical …………..………………………………….……...…..….. Specifications Appendix 2 Mechanical ………………………………………….……………….…….…..…. Drawing ………………………………………………….……. Appendix 3 Spare Parts …..19 Appendix 4 M&C Commands ………………...…….…………………………..….….……..….20...
  • Page 4 This document covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the ABD125KX 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

    ABD125KX User Manual INTRODUCTION The ABD125KX is a reliable, high quality, cost efficient stand-alone block up converter. The application for this block up converter is Ku-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

    Identify, in writing, the condition of the equipment, 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

    ABD125KX User 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

    Band. The block up converter can be used as a stand-alone unit or in a redundant configuration. Specifications Table 1 summarizes the specifications of the ABD125KX BUC. For mechanical specifications, refer to the outline drawing, Appendix 1. 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 2:1 unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 9: Installing The Block Up Converter

    ABD125KX User 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 The BUC must receive a stable external 10MHz reference provided by a stable signal source such as a signal generator, satellite modem or injected externally with a Bias T (for example, ABT6ARN/ABT6ARF manufactured by Actox Corporation) or a similar bias T type.

  • Page 11: Recommended Test Equipment

    ABD125KX User 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: Assembly And Installation

    ABD125KX User 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-75G flat flange. An O-ring shall be used to seal the waveguide connection.

  • Page 13: Functional Overview

    ABD125KX User 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 80-240 VAC power source. 2-4.5Amps nominal enters the BUC by a coaxial cable, converted to Ku-Band by the BUC and goes through an internal isolator and reject filter, which provides a good VSWR at the input.

  • Page 14: Operation Procedure

    ABD125KX User Manual Operation It shall be performed by authorized personnel prior to maintenance and/or repair. Procedure Verify that the installation procedure described was completed. A complete physical check of the customer’s system is suggested. WARNING!! The output power available at the output waveguide flange is extremely hazardous.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    ABD125KX User 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 16: 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 16 of 34...

  • Page 17: Appendix 1 Technical Specifications

    ABD125KX User Manual Appendix 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS RF frequency 14.00 to 14.50 GHz 13.75 to 14.50 GHz Dual local oscillator- switchable 13.05 GHz and 12.80 GHz IF frequency 950 to 1,700 MHz Output power 125W min. (+51 dBm) 60W (+47.8 dBm) @ PLINEAR...

  • Page 18: Appendix 2 Mechanical Drawing

    ABD125KX User Manual Appendix 2 Mechanical Drawing Page 18 of 34...

  • Page 19: Appendix 3 Spare Parts

    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 Spare Parts Order Form ABD125KX Ext. C-Band BUC From: Place By: Signature: Telephone: Email: Part Description...

  • Page 20: Appendix 4 M&C Commands

    ABD125KX User 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 E0 E0 ACK (Acknowledge received packet was source device.
  • Page 21 ABD125KX User Manual 50.5dB.) 1) cmd: 7E FF 02 18 FE E4 reply: 7E FF 84 18 FE 00 C8 AA 7F 7E FF 02 Query device for AA AA = Attenuation in 10 (Atten = 0x00C8 = 0d200 =...
  • Page 22 ABD125KX User Manual 1) cmd: 7E FF 02 00 05 07 7F reply: 7E FF 84 00 05 00 01 80 7F (Low 7E FF 02 XX = Alarm state (0 = Update low power Query device for power alarm is raised) 2) cmd: 7E...
  • Page 23 ABD125KX User Manual NOTE: The packets shown are based on the assumption that the Booster device address is set to 0xF. To modify the commands for different addresses, the Dest/Src byte and the CRC byte will have to change in all packets.
  • Page 24 ABD125KX User 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...

  • Page 25: Appendix 5 M&C Connection Instructions

    ABD125KX User 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.
  • Page 26 ABD125KX User Manual 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 26 of 34...
  • Page 27 ABD125KX User Manual BUC User Manual via PC  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 28 ABD125KX User 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 29 ABD125KX User 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 30 ABD125KX User Manual  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.
  • Page 31 ABD125KX User Manual BUC User Manual 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. By default User`s access level ID: Login: 1234;...
  • Page 32 ABD125KX User Manual 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. 2.1). This tab looks the same for all access levels. To change the settings switch on the tab Control on the tab panel.
  • Page 33 ABD125KX User 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.
  • Page 34 ABD125KX User Manual received by SNMP browser. As a SNMP browser recommended to use ManageEngine MibBrowser. In order to set new SNMP Manager IP type address in the green field and push the button Set. To apply changes you must reboot your device! ...

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