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All materials in this user guide are protected by United States and international copyright laws. The compilation of all content in this user guide is the exclusive property of Norsat. 110 – 4020 Viking Way | Richmond | British Columbia | Canada V6V 2L4 support@norsat.com | Tel: +1.604.821.2800 | Toll Free: +1.800.644.4562...
PREFACE ............................3 Purpose and Scope of the User Guide ................4 Audience ..........................4 Revision History ........................4 SUMMARY ..........................5 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE ....................7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................9 FUNCTION INSTRUCTIONS ....................12 Working Principle ....................13 Interface ......................... 14 CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................
Preface Purpose and Scope of the User Guide The user guide explains the system specifics of the Norsat Median 16/25/40 Watt KU BUC. This user guide is specifically written for the Median 16/25/40 Watt KU BUC Audience The guide will be of interest to the following personnel: ...
Summary This document is the user manual for Norsat’s Median block up converter (BUC). It describes the safety instructions, application scenarios, working principles, mechanical structure, product type and other information for the BUC. - 6 -...
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2 Maintenance & Service If the equipment appears inconsistent with the guide when using, please contact Norsat customer service. NORSAT INTERNATIONAL, INC. 110-4020 Viking Way Richmond, BC, Canada V6V 2L4 Tel: +1 604 821-2843 Email: support@norsat.com During the warranty period manufacturing, performance and operational deficiencies will be addressed and repaired at an authorized repair facility.
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3 Safety Instructions This product contains components and assemblies susceptible to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and produces high RF energy. Please read the safety instructions carefully in this section before installation and operation. Please use a proper protective bag and store the product in a clean and dry environment.
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The equipment casing is not to be opened unless instructed by authorized Norsat personnel. Personal injury may occur; equipment may be damaged by ESD and warranty will be void. - 11 -...
4 Function Instructions Working Principle Ku-Band BUC function and working principle 4.1.1 L-band signal from the modem is converted to Ku-band RF signal, at the same time the power from the waveguide output port is amplified, transmitted to the communication satellite through the satellite antenna system. BUC block diagram of the composition 4.1.2 The main modules of the Ku-Band BUC are Up Converter, Power Amplifier,...
4 Function Instructions Interface BUC Interface Description 4.2.1 Table 1 BUC Interface Parameters Interfaces Model Parameters Standard Frequency:950 to 1450 N Type –Female IF INPUT Extended Frequency:950 to 1700 WR75 waveguide 14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard) RF OUT flange (Grooved) 13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Extended) DC INPUT ACS02E16-11P...
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4 Function Instructions Table 2 PIN Description 19 PIN Connector Protocol Signal RS-485 RS-232 232_GND ETX+ ETX- ETHERNET ERX+ ERX- E_GND RS485_GND LED: The equipment provides two LED indicator lights (yellow and red) that provide information on the following operational conditions of the BUC: 1) LEDs off: Equipment is functioning properly;...
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4 Function Instructions LED Indicators BUC Power and Monitor Interface Cable 4.2.2 M&C PT06SE-14-19S M&C Interface Type Positive Pole: Red; Negative Pole: Black - 16 -...
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4 Function Instructions Independent DC Supply Mechanical Structure BUC 3D Structure - 17 -...
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4 Function Instructions M&C IF INPUT DC INPUT PT02E-14- Indicators Type N ACS02E16-11P (Female) BUC Interface Type - 18 -...
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4 Function Instructions RF OUTPUT WR 75 grooved BUC Width, Height Dimensions - 19 - UNIT: mm Tolerance: ¡ À 0 .5...
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5 Configuration Configuration 10 MHz Ref Satellite IF IN RF OUT antenna/ Modem high power loads Monitor Power Supply BUC Configuration BUC System Connecting Steps Step 1: Unpack the box and check the unit and accessories to make sure there is no damage or missing items.
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5 Configuration Run the application to launch the software interface. Chose one of the three supported communication protocols: Ethernet/RS- 232/RS-485 to connect BUC to PC. Ethernet: Set BUC’s IP addres in the blank space, and then click the button Connect to BUC. The computer’s IP and BUC’s IP should be the same network segment.
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5 Configuration Unit Status PLL Unlock Alarm: Indicator will appear Red when BUC signal is unlocked. HPA Power Alarm: Indicator will appear Red when BUC HPA current TX power is higher than its threshold. TX Enable: Unit TX enable status. Gain: Unit current Gain.
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5 Configuration Unit Information Model Number: Unit Model number. Serial Number: Unit serial number. Firmware Version: The version of the firmware on the unit. Fan Status Fan Alarm: Indicator is red when the fan rotation is abnormal. Fan Speed: The speed of the fan. TX Status Set TX Enable: On/Off TX enable.