DM240-DVB High-Speed Digital Modulator
5.2.1 Feature Upgrade
If the customer requires feature upgrades such as 8PSK or 16QAM operation, contact the
Radyne ComStream Sales Department for ordering information.
Once the customer has the Feature Upgrade Card, the following steps are performed:
1.
Power off the unit.
2.
Install the Feature Upgrade PCMCIA Card.
3.
Power on the unit.
4.
The Event LED (yellow) will blink while the feature upgrade is being added.
5.
The Remote LED (green) will illuminate when the feature upgrade is complete.
6.
Power off the unit.
7.
Remove the PCMCIA Card.
If the red Fault LED illuminates, contact the Radyne ComStream
The loaded features will be available the next time the unit is powered on.
5.2.2 Firmware Update
To upgrade the firmware, a Firmware Upgrade PCMCIA Card is required. Follow the instructions
from Section 5.2.1 for upgrade.
5.2.3 Custom Configuration
For a custom configuration, the customer orders a Custom Configuration PCMCIA Card.
Perform the following steps:
1.
Power off the unit.
2.
Install the Custom Configuration PCMCIA Card.
3.
Power the unit on.
The unit will operate in the custom configuration as long as the PCMCIA Card is installed. If the
card is removed and power is cycled, the original operation is restored.
5.3 Ethernet Interface (I/O)
The Ethernet Interface (J2) can be used for the monitor & control functions of the unit. The
physical interface is a standard female RJ-45 Connector. Refer to Section 7.6 for programming
details.
TM083 – Rev. 3.0
Customer Service Department.
Rear Panel Interfaces
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