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- Page 1 ABE10KXHM User Manual ABE10KXHM / ABE10KXHMF 10W Extended Ku-Band BUC USER MANUAL Page 1 of 32...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ABE10KXHM User Manual Table of contents Introduction……………………………………………….………………..………... Receiving and …………………………………………………..……………………...….. inspection Equipment Damage or Loss Return of Equipment Preparing for …………………………………………………….….…………..…….….. installation Safety Precautions Installation & ………………………………………………..……………….………….….. Overview General Description, General Considerations, Securing the Block Up Converter Installing the Block Up Converter…………………………………………………………………………..….………………...…...9... - Page 3 ABE10KXHM User Manual Performance ………………………………………………..…………….………………... Check Out-of Warranty Repair ……………..………………...….………….……………..Appendix 1 Specifications Appendix 2 Mechanical ………………………………….…………………………………. Drawing……………. Appendix 3 Spare Parts ………………………………………………….………………….. Form……………….. Appendix 4 M&C Commands..…………….…….…………………………..………..………………….20 Appendix 5 M&C Connection Instructions………..………….…………………………..………..………………….25 Page 3 of 32...
- Page 4 This document covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the ABE10KXHM 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.
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Page 5: Introduction
ABE10KXHM User Manual Introduction The ABE10KXHM 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
Actox Corporation immediately. Equipment Damage or Loss Actox Corporation is not responsible for damage or loss of equipment during transit. For further information, contact the responsible transport carrier. When declaring equipment as damaged during transit, preserve the original shipping cartons to facilitate inspection reporting. -
Page 7: Preparing For Installation
ABE10KXHM 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: Installation & Overview
Band. The block up converter can be used as a stand-alone unit or in a redundant configuration. Specifications Appendix 1. summarizes the technical specifications of the ABE10KXHM 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
ABE10KXHM 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: 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... -
Page 11: Recommended Test Equipment
ABE10KXHM 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: Connections And Mounting Hardware
ABE10KXHM 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-75 flat flange. An O-ring shall be used to seal the waveguide connection. -
Page 13: Functional Overview
ABE10KXHM 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 15-60 VDC 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: Procedure
ABE10KXHM 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
ABE10KXHM 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 32... -
Page 17: Appendix 1 Specifications
ABE10KXHM User Manual Appendix 1. Specifications Page 17 of 32... -
Page 18: Appendix 2 Mechanical Drawing
ABE10KXHM User Manual Appendix 2. Mechanical Drawing Page 18 of 32... -
Page 19: Appendix 3 Spare Parts
ABE10KXHM User Manual Appendix 3. Spare Parts The following sheet can be copied and used as a fax form to order the required spare parts. Please make sure to include all identifying information to facilitate the processing of your order. The order may be sent via email to the following address. -
Page 20: Appendix 4 M&C Commands
ABE10KXHM 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 ABE10KXHM User Manual 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 = Update Attenuation:...
- Page 22 ABE10KXHM User Manual alarm is clear) 1) cmd: 7E FF 02 00 0F 0D 7F reply: 7E FF 84 00 0F 00 01 8A 7F 7E FF 02 XX = Alarm state (0 = Update summary Query device for (Summary alarm is raised) 2) cmd:...
- Page 23 ABE10KXHM User 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 24 ABE10KXHM 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...
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Page 25: M&C Connection Instructions
ABE10KXHM User Manual Appendix 5. M&C Connection Instructions BUC Connection to PC via Serial Port Run NewBuc v.301 on your PC, when opened you will see the following window: Figure 2.1 — Start window with Monitor Tab In the head there is device information, such as: ... - Page 26 ABE10KXHM User Manual Gain: Display the BUC gain value in dB. Attenuation: Configurable parameter. Controls gain attenuation. For change attenuation lever (from 0 db to 20 db) fill new value in the field and click button Set to apply changes.
- Page 27 ABE10KXHM 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 28 ABE10KXHM User 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. ...
- Page 29 ABE10KXHM User Manual BUC User Manual via Ethernet For connection with BUC via Web use internet browser, you will see the following 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 30 ABE10KXHM User 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 31 ABE10KXHM 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. Right panel designed to change login configurations, such as Name and Password.
- Page 32 ABE10KXHM User 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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