CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Installation and Operation Manual (Includes data for the CDM-710 [70-140 MHz] and CDM-710L [L-Band] Configurations) IMPORTANT NOTE: The information contained in this document supersedes all previously published information regarding this product. Product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Errata A Comtech EF Data Documentation Update Update ‘FLT’ serial remote control query in Appendix A. REMOTE Subject: CONTROL Original Manual Part Number/Rev: MN/CDM710.IOM Rev 11 Errata Number/ PLM Document ID: ER-CDM710-EA11 PLM CO Number: C-0025029 Comments: The updated information will be incorporated into the next formal revision of the manual.
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Errata A for MN/CDM710.IOM Rev 11 Update 'FLT' Serial Remote Control Query Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Faults and 4 bytes Query only.
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Errata A for MN/CDM710.IOM Rev 11 Update 'FLT' Serial Remote Control Query Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Faults and C= Reserved Status (cont.) D= ASI Port Transmit Data Loss (Interface 1) E= Reserved...
Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................III TABLES ............................XI FIGURES ........................... XII PREFACE ..........................XIII About this Manual ........................... xiii Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual..............xiii Conventions and References ........................xiii Metric Conversion ............................xiii Recommended Standard Designations ......................xiii Trademarks ...............................
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Table of Contents MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Tx) Mod ........................5–12 (CONFIG: Tx:) Mod Type ..................... 5–12 (CONFIG:Tx) Mod Inv ......................5–12 α......................5–13 (CONFIG: Tx) Mod (CONFIG: Tx) Mod Pilot (DVB-S2 mode only) ..............5–13 ...
Table B-1. CDM-710 Co+No/No to C/N (Es/No) and Eb/No (dB) For DVB-S And DVB-DSNG ..B–3 Table B-2. CDM-710 Co+No/No to C/N (Es/No) and Eb/No (dB) For DVB-S2 QPSK and 8-APSK .. B–4 Table B-3. CDM-710 Co+No/No to C/N (Es/No) and Eb/No (dB) For DVB-S2 16-APSK and 32-APSK...
PREFACE About this Manual This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem. This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the 70-140 MHz CDM-710 and its L-Band counterpart, the CDM-710L.
FOR CONTINUED OPERATOR SAFETY, ALWAYS REPLACE THE FUSES WITH THE CORRECT TYPE AND RATING. CAUTION The CDM-710 is fitted with two fuses - one each for line and neutral connections. These are contained within the body of the IEC power inlet connector, behind a small plastic flap. •...
The equipment is not designed for connection to power system that has no direct connection to ground. The CDM-710 is shipped with a line inlet cable suitable for use in the country of operation. If it is necessary to replace this cable, ensure the replacement has an equivalent specification. Examples of acceptable ratings for the cable include HAR, BASEC and HOXXX-X.
Public Telecommunications Network. CE Mark Comtech EF Data declares that the CDM-710 meets the necessary requirements for the CE Mark. RoHS Compliance This unit satisfies (with exemptions) the requirements specified in the European Union Directive on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances, Directive 2002/95/EC, (EU RoHS).
The warranty does not apply to any part of a product that has been installed, altered, repaired, or misused in any way that, in the opinion of Comtech EF Data Corporation, would affect the reliability or detracts from the performance of any part of the product, or is damaged as the result of use in a way or with equipment that had not been previously approved by Comtech EF Data Corporation.
Preface MN/CDM710.IOM A fixed charge established for each product will be imposed for all equipment returned for warranty repair where Comtech EF Data Corporation cannot identify the cause of the reported failure. Exclusive Remedies Comtech EF Data Corporation’s warranty, as stated is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed, implied, or statutory, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA 480.333.2200 (Main Comtech EF Data number) 480.333.4357 (Customer Support Desk) 480.333.2161 FAX To return a Comtech EF Data product (in-warranty and out-of-warranty) for repair or replacement: • the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department. Be prepared to supply Contact the Customer Support representative with the model number, serial number, and a description of the problem.
Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION Overview The CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem (Figure 1-1) is a high symbol/bit-rate unit, intended for operation in broadcast and enterprise applications. It operates over satellite links at symbol/data rates up to 45 Msps. Various modulations and coding combinations compliant with DVB-S, DVB-DSNG and DVB-S2 are provided.
Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM The CDM-710 is compact, being 1RU high x 18.65 inches deep, with low power consumption. It has a front panel Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) and keypad for local configuration and control, although it can be fully remote-controlled via its RS-485 bus or 10/100 Base-T Ethernet Interface.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM The CDM-710 is constructed as a 1RU-high rack-mounting chassis, which can be freestanding, if desired. Handles at the front facilitate removal from and placement into a rack. The CDM-710 performs several key functions: •...
Handles at the front facilitate removal from and placement into a rack. The operator may configure and monitor the CDM-710 from the front panel, or through the remote M&C port. Control and status is provided through the RS-232, RS-485 (2Wire or 4Wire) port or 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM 1.3.2 Major Assemblies “Later units” pertains to Rev A and later chassis. Refer to the Notes that follow the table. Later Units Earlier Units Description PL/10002-1 PL/10002-1 Modulator, 70/140 MHz PL/11230-1 Modulator, L-Band Card (Early Units)
Display (VFD) Indicators Keypad Figure 1-5. Front Panel View Figure 1-5 shows the front panel of the CDM-710 High-Speed Satellite Modem. The front panel features (from left) Light-Emitting-Diode (LED) indicators; a keypad; and a Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD): • The eight (8) LEDs indicate, in a summary fashion, the status of the unit.
Rear Panel Figure 1-6. Rear Panel View Figure 1-6 shows the rear panel of the CDM-710. External cables are attached to connectors on the rear panel of the CDM-710. Each connector is described in detail in Chapter 3. REAR PANEL CONNECTORS PINOUTS.
1.3.5 Allowable Data Interface Combinations Data interfaces are installed or removed from the rear of the CDM-710 chassis into Slot 1 and Slot 2 of the CDM-710. The allowable combination of data interfaces and the data interfaces that are supported for redundancy are found in the table that follows. In all cases, only one data interface is active at a time.
Internet (using www.comtechefdata.com, Comtech EF Data’s Web site), by e-mail, or on CD. The upgrade can be performed without opening the unit simply by connecting the CDM-710 to the Ethernet port of a computer. See Chapter 4. FLASH UPGRADING for further information.
In order to permit a lower initial cost, the modem may be purchased with only the desired features enabled. If, at a later date, a user wishes to upgrade the functionality of a modem, Comtech EF Data provides Fully Accessible System Topology (FAST), which permits the purchase and installation of options through special authorization codes loaded into the unit either via the front panel keypad or entered remotely via the remote port located on the modem rear panel.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM The following tables show the available FAST and FAST-accessible hardware options: Transmit Configurations FAST Max Symbol Rate Tier Modulation Option (Msps) DVB-S QPSK DVB-S QPSK DVB-DSNG 8-PSK, 16-QAM DVB-S2 QPSK, 8PSK QPSK, 8PSK,...
20%, 25%, or 35% (per DVB-S, DSNG, S2) – See Figure 1-7 and Table 1-1. Spectral Mask M&C/Remote Port RS-232 and RS-485 2W/4W with Comtech EF Data protocol 10/100 Base-T Ethernet with HTTP, SNMP or Telnet Physical (PL) Layer User specified value (one) of n = 0 to 262,141, per EN 302 307.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM Relative power (dB) Figure 1-7. Spectral Mask Table 1-1. Definition of Points For Spectral Mask Frequency Frequency Frequency Relative power Point Group delay for α=0,35 for α=0,25 for α=0,20 (dB) 0,0 f...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM 1.4.2.2 CDM-710L (L-Band) Modulator Description Requirements Frequency 950 to 2000 MHz in 100 Hz steps. Bandwidth of transmitted spectrum is within IF frequency range. Impedance 50Ω Connector Type N Male Return Loss...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM Table 1-2. Eb/No Performance at Quasi Error Free PER = 10 with AWGN for DVB-S2 Operations (FECFRAME = 64,800 or 16,200 Bits and no Pilot) Spectral Efficiency Modulation Code Specified Es/No (dB)
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM 1.4.7 Data Rate Range Symbol Rate and Data Rate Range for DVB-S2, DVB-S and DVB-DSNG. There is some roundoff in the data rate ranges in the last digit. Table 1-6 is for the Standard FEC frame, and Table 1-7 is for the Short Frame.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM Table 1-6. Data Rate Range: Standard FEC Frame (188 Byte Format) Symbol Rate Data Rate (Mbps) Data Rate (Mbps) Spectral Spectral Inner (Msps) Pilot OFF Pilot ON Efficiency Efficiency Modulation FEC Code...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Introduction MN/CDM710.IOM Table 1-7. Data Rate Range: Short Frame (188 Byte Format) Symbol Rate Data Rate (Mbps) Data Rate (Mbps) Inner Spectral Spectral (Msps) Pilot OFF Pilot ON Modulation FEC Code Code Efficiency Efficiency...
Chapter 2. INSTALLATION Unpacking and Inspection The CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem and its Installation and Operation Manual are packaged in a pre-formed, reusable, cardboard carton containing foam spacing for maximum shipping protection. Be sure to keep all shipping materials for the carrier's inspection.
MN/CDM710.IOM Mounting If the CDM-710 is to be mounted in a rack, ensure that there is adequate clearance for ventilation, particularly at the sides. In rack system where there is high heat dissipation, forced air-cooling must be provided by top or bottom mounted fans or blowers. Under no circumstances should the highest internal rack temperature be allowed to exceed 50°C (122°F).
CONNECTORS PINOUTS Overview The CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem rear panel connectors, shown in Figure 3-1, provide all necessary external connections between the modem and other equipment. On the next page, Table 3-1 summarizes the available connectors, grouped according to service function, and the differences between the initially released chassis and the Rev.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN/CDM710.IOM IF (J1 Tx / J3Rx) Connections There may be DC voltages present on the CDM-710L (L-Band) Type ‘N’ Rx and Tx IF connectors, up to a maximum of 48 volts.
MN/CDM710.IOM non-operational 3.3.3 ASYNC Port Connector Pinout, J6 (Rev. A and later chassis, At present, Asynchronous Engineering Channel operation is not implemented in the CDM-710/710L; this connection is therefore non-operational. Utility Connections 3.4.1 Alarms Connector, P1 The P1 Alarms connector is a 15-Pin Type ‘D’ male (DB-9M) interface with threaded jack nuts.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN/CDM710.IOM P1 Notes : 1. The relays have low voltage contacts with transient suppressors across each pin to ground. The Summary Relay combines Tx, Rx, and Unit Faults into a single relay.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Rear Panel Connectors and Pinouts MN/CDM710.IOM Power/Ground Connectors 3.5.1 AC Power Connector A standard, detachable, non-locking, 3-prong power cord (IEC plug) supplies the Alternating Current (AC) power to the modem. Observe the following: Input Power...
• New firmware can be downloaded via the Internet to an external PC. • The upgrade can be performed without opening the CDM-710 by simply connecting the unit to the Ethernet port of the external PC. • Once downloaded, the firmware update is transferred via File Transfer Protocol (FTP) to the CDM-710;...
Revision 11 Flash Upgrading MN/CDM710.IOM CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Flash Upgrade Restrictions The upgrade to FW12437x Firmware Ver. 4.0.x from an earlier version is a one way upgrade path. Once an upgrade to 4.0.1 (or higher) is completed, it is no longer possible to revert to earlier versions –...
Click the Download Flash and Software Update Files icon; e) Click the (Select a Product Line:) Satellite Modems hyperlink provided on the Flash and Software Update Files page; Select the CDM-710 product hyperlink from the Comtech Brand column; Select the appropriate firmware hyperlink. 4–3...
Command-line, type cd c:\temp to change to the temporary directory created in Step 2, then use the dir command to list the files extracted from the downloaded archive file. Connect the client PC to the CDM-710’s 10/100 Ethernet M&C via a hub or a switch, or directly to the PC with a crossover cable.
Note: To load the second image, repeat Steps 8 through 11. 10/100/1000 BASE-T (GigE) INTERFACE (CDI-70) FTP Upload Procedure If a CDI-70 10/100/1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Interface is used, a CDM-710/710L modem running Firmware Ver. 4.1.6 requires a CDI-70 Interface running Firmware Ver. 1.1.2 or higher.
Figure 5-1 identifies the key features of the CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem front panel. The user can fully control and monitor the operation of the CDM-710 using the front panel’s LED indicators, keypad, and display. The CDM-710 features a nested menu system that displays all available options and prompts the user to carry out a required action.
Transmit Traffic Fault exists – it does not reflect the state of the Tx carrier. The behavior of the eight front panel LEDs adjacent to the keypad indicate the operation status of the CDM-710, and are described as follows: COLOR CONDITION/STATE Green No Unit Faults or Alarms exists.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.1.2 Front Panel Keypad The keypad is shown in Figure 5-2: “Diamond” Keypad: Button Keypad: Initially Released Chassis Rev. A or Later Chassis Figure 5-2. Keypad The keypad features six individual key switches with a positive ‘click’ action – this provides the user with tactile feedback.
As shown above, the ‘welcome screen’ is displayed whenever power is first applied to the unit. The top line identifies the unit model (i.e., CDM-710 as shown, or CDM-710L); the bottom line displays the CDM-710’s installed Firmware Version (version number varies).
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM SELECT: (Main) Menu SELECT: Config Monitor Test Info Save/Load Util Move the cursor to the desired choice using the arrow keys, then press . The ENTER following table describes the function of each menu branch (along with the section in this chapter...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.1 SELECT: Config CONFIG: Remote Tx Rx Int1 Int2 Ref Aux Alarms Select a submenu from the CONFIG: menu branch using the arrow keys, then press . The available submenus are:...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.1.1 (CONFIG:) Remote (Remote Control) Remote Control: Local Serial Ethernet Ser+Eth Select Local, Serial, Ethernet, or Ser+Eth using the arrow keys, then press . Note ENTER the following: SELECTION ACTION Local Remote control is disabled.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Remote) Serial Interface RS232 In RS232 Mode the Bus Address is fixed at 0000 As per the displayed message, the Bus Address is fixed and not editable in RS232 mode.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Remote) Ethernet Address Ether IP Address/Range: 192.168.001.001/24 To edit the IP Address/Range, use the arrow keys to first select the digit to be edited, then use the arrow keys to change the value of that digit. The range is adjustable from 08 to 30.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Remote) Ethernet SNMP Community Traps SNMP Trap IP Address: Version Select IP1, IP2, or Version using the arrow keys, then press ENTER (CONFIG: Remote) Ethernet SNMP Community Traps IP1, IP2 Trap ID #X: 000.000.000.000...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM Tx FEC: LDPC + BCH Press to return to the previous menu ENTER CLEAR (CONFIG: Tx) Mod The Pilot and Frame selections only appear if the Mode selection is DVB-S2.
Avg/Peak (DVB-S2 mode only) Tx Modulation Pilot: Average Peak The solid cursor indicates the current configuration choice. The CDM-710 automatically adjusts, but the default value is Average. Select Average or Peak using the arrow keys, then press . Note the following: ENTER •...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Tx) Mod Frame (DVB-S2 mode only) Tx Frame Size: Long Short Select Long or Short using the arrow keys, then press . The default value is ENTER Long. When Long is selected, the standard FECFRAME = 64,800 bits is enabled. If Short is selected, the FECFRAME = 16,200 bits is enabled.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM Table 5-1. Symbol Rate / Data Rate Range – Standard FECFrame and 188 Byte Format (QPSK 1/4, 1/3 and 2/3 data is for informational purposes only) Symbol Rate Spectral Data Rate (Mbps)
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM Table 5-2. Symbol Rate / Data Rate Range – Short FECFrame and 188 Byte Format Symbol Rate Data Rate (Mbps) Data Rate (Mbps) Inner Spectral Spectral (Msps) Pilot OFF Pilot ON...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Tx) Mode S2-G/S2-TS (DVB-S2 mode only) If S2-G/S2-TS is selected, the (CONFIG:) Tx Mode S2-G/S2-TS option becomes available: Transport Mode: Generic TransportStream This command applies only for a CDI-60 HSSI interface in DVB-S2 mode. .
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Tx) Pwr Level TX Output Power Level: -10.0 dBm To edit the TX Power level, use the arrow keys to select the digit to be edited, then use the arrow keys to change the value of that digit.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.1.3 (CONFIG:) Rx Rx: FEC Dem Code SymRate Mode Freq EbNo PLL Select FEC, Dem(od), Code, SymRate, Mode, Freq, EbNo, or PLL using the arrow keys, then press ENTER. (CONFIG: Rx) FEC...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Rx) Dem Rx Spectrum: Automatically Detected. This screen is ‘status only’ as the demodulator automatically resolves frequency inversion. Normal or Inverted is not reported in the demodulation. Press to return...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Rx) Dem IQ-TP Rx IQ TPs (J2-11,J2-3): Pre-EQ Post-EQ This selection determines whether the IQ test point located on the Alarm Connector samples the IQ signal before or after the Adaptive Equalizer. J2-11 and J2-3 refer to the Alarms Connector pins to which an oscilloscope is connected, for the purpose of monitoring I and Q.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Rx) SymRate Data: 017.185842 Mbps Sym: 017.379483 Msps If the Rx Path is not locked, the message should as shown in the above example. To change the Symbol Rate, use the...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Rx) Eb/No Eb/No Alarm: Threshold Alarm/Fault Select Threshold, Alarm/Fault, or Masked using the arrow keys, then press ENTER (CONFIG: Rx) Eb/No Threshold Eb/No Alarm Threshold: 2.0 dB Masked ▲ ▼ E) The range of Eb/No alarm point values is from 0.1 to 16.0 dB.
5.3.1.4 (CONFIG:) Int1 (CDI-40 ASI Interface Only) Due to limitations of the backplane, the CDM-710 allows only one interface to be active. For example, if Interface 2 is active, and Interface 1 is then enabled/ selected, the unit will automatically disable Interface 2.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc1 ASI) Rx Frame Intfc1 ASI Rx Frame: To enable the desired sync mode, select 108 or 204 using the ◄ ► arrow keys, then press ENTER (CONFIG: Intfc1 ASI) Config...
5.3.1.5 (CONFIG:) Int1 (CDI-60 HSSI Interface Only) Due to limitations of the backplane, the CDM-710 allows only one interface to be active. For example, if Interface 2 is active, and Interface 1 is then enabled/ selected, the unit will automatically disable Interface 2.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc1 HSSI) Tx Clock Intfc1 Tx Clock: Normal Inverted To control clock inversion (added for compatibility with certain older equipment), select Normal or Inverted using the arrow keys, then press...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc1 HSSI) Rx Clock Invert Intfc1 Rx Clock Invert: Normal Inverted This selection controls clock inversion (added for compatibility with certain older equipment). Select Normal or Inverted using the...
5.3.1.6 (CONFIG:) Int2 (CDI-70 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Only) Due to limitations of the backplane, the CDM-710 allows only one interface to be active. For example, if Interface 1 is active, and Interface 2 is then ‘enable selected’, the unit will automatically disable Interface 2.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc2 Gigabit Ethernet) Ingress Intfc2 Streams Act=1 IP Mode Pri Red Timeout The top line indicates the active stream. On the bottom line, select IP, Mode, Pri, Red, or Timeout using the ◄...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc2 Gigabit Ethernet) Ingress Port Intfc2 UDP Port 05060 To enter the Destination UDP port for ingress streams, first use the ◄ ► arrow keys to select the desired digit to edit, then use the ▲ ▼ arrow keys to change the value of that digit.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc2 Gigabit Ethernet) Ingress Timeout Intfc2 Stream Timeout 0500 mS For use in Dual Stream Mode only: Assign the period (in 100 mS increments) for a primary connection failure to be present before switchover to the secondary connection occurs by using the ▲...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Intfc2 Gigabit Ethernet) Egress Matrix Intfc2 Egress FEC Matrix: Length = 10, Depth = 10 To configure the dimension of the egress FEC matrix, first use the ◄ ► arrow keys to select the desired digit to edit, then use the ▲...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM Media packets will be addressed to this UDP port; FEC packets (if FEC generation is enabled) will be addressed to (UDP destination port +2). (CONFIG: Intfc2 Gigabit Ethernet) Man Intfc2 Management IP 192.168.001.008/24...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM GBEI Statistics Summary Category Message Description WAN Port WAN Octets (Out) The sum of the lengths of all Ethernet frames that are forwarded to the WAN. Statistics WAN Unicast (Out) The number of good frames with unicast destination MAC addresses that are forwarded to the WAN.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM GBEI Statistics Summary Category Message Description Management Total frames received from the local GBEI management processor with a CRC error that was not Mng FCS Err (In) Port Statistics counted in the Fragments or Rx Err totals.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Aux) Ena/Dis Redundancy Mode: Enable Disable Select Enable or Disable using the ◄ ► arrow keys, then press . The solid cursor ENTER indicates the currently active choice. Select Enable to set up the unit for operation with the 1:1 IF switch.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (CONFIG: Alarms) Intfc1 Intfc1 Alarms: TxClk Select TxClk using the arrow keys, then press . The following submenu displays: ENTER Intfc1 All Faults: Alarm Fault Mask Flt-IFOn Select Alarm, Fault, Masked, or Flt-IFOn using the ◄ ► arrow keys. The available choices define an Interface fault as an Alarm, as a Fault, or to completely Mask the fault.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (Monitor: Alarms) Receive RX Traffic: Demod Unlocked This screen reports only if Demod is unlocked; otherwise, it reports “No Errors.” Press to return to the previous menu. ENTER CLEAR (Monitor: Alarms) Unit Unit Fault: No Errors This screen reports only if there are Unit faults;...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.2.2 (Monitor:) Rx_Stats For DVB-S2 only: EsNo=14.0 PER=0.0E+00 EbNo=12.8 BER=N/A EbNo=12.8 BER=N/A ΔF=-000.2k RSL=-16 ΔF=-000.2k RSL=-16 Link_Margin=+10.4 When the demodulator is locked, this menu reports Eb/No, PER (packet error rate), ΔF (frequency offset of incoming carrier) and RSL (receive signal level).
Tx-CW Tx-1,0 The CDM-710 supports many useful test modes. Not all modes are available in all configurations – they depend upon the modem configuration (Duplex, Rx-Only, Tx-Only) and the data interface(s). Select Norm, IF (Loop), I/O (Loop), RF (Loop), Tx-CW or Tx-1,0 using the ◄ ► arrow keys,...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM Each test mode option is further explained as follows: SELECTION DESCRIPTION Norm (Normal) This clears any test modes or loopbacks and places the unit back into an operational state. (IF Loop) This test mode invokes an internal IF loop. This is a particularly useful feature, as it permits the user to perform a quick diagnostic test without having to disturb external cabling.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM Framer Card Interface Card Mod Card FEC Card Tx Data Data Modulator FIFO Buffer Driver Encode Tx Data DeMod Card Data Data Doppler Data DeMod Driver Buffer Buffers Decode Normal...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.3.2 (Test:) TestPatterns The availability of test patterns depends on the installed, enabled interface. The example for the menu that is displayed if the CDI-40 ASI interface is installed in Slot 1, or the CDI-70 Gigabit...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.4.2 (INFO:) Tx Tx: 0140.0000 17.379483 DVBS2 8P 3/4 -10.0 ON Using the example shown, a typical transmit data info screen may be broken down as follows: Value Description Tx Frequency in MHz Tx: 0140.0000...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.4.4 (INFO:) Intfc1 (CDI-40 ASI or CDI-60 HSSI Interfaces Only) The appearance of the Intfc 1 info screen depends on whether a CDI-40 ASI Interface is installed, or a CDI-60 HSSI Interface is installed:...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.5 SELECT: Save/Load Save/Load Configuration: Save Load The Save/Load: menu branch permits the user to store or load up to 10 different modem configurations in an allotted location of the modem’s non-volatile memory.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM 5.3.5.2 (Save/Load:) Load Load Config from Loc: 9 11:02:43 05/08/05 Using Loc: 9 as the example: If Load is selected and there is a configuration stored at the selected location, what displays is similar to the preceding example. Note that the stored configuration is identified with a date and time stamp.
5.3.6.5 (UTIL:) Firmware These commands are for DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSES ONLY. DO NOT CHANGE an image unless instructed to do so by Comtech EF Data customer service technicians. IMPORTANT The options available via the UTIL: Firmware submenu allow the user to view information about the CDM-710 internal firmware;...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Front Panel Operation MN/CDM710.IOM (Firmware:) Info Firmware Info: Bootrom Image#1 Image#2 To view information on the Bootrom and the two images, select Bootrom, Image#1, or Image#2 using the arrow keys, then press to continue.
Once the 20-digit FAST Code is correctly compiled, press ENTER The CDM-710 responds with “Configured Successfully” if the new FAST option is accepted. If, however, the code as entered is not accepted, the following message displays: Fast Code Rejected! (ENTER OR CLEAR) Re-enter the code using the previously described code entry procedure.
Chapter 6. ETHERNET MANAGEMENT Introduction The CDM-710 base modem is equipped with an RJ-45 10/100 Base-T Ethernet management interface used for monitor and control purposes. This chapter provides information for the functionality provided by this interface, and references other chapters in this manual for further details.
The following MIB files are associated with the CDM-710: MIB File/Name Description FW10874-2-.mib ComtechEFData MIB file gives the root tree for ALL Comtech EF Data products and consists of only the following OID: ComtechEFData Root MIB file Name: comtechEFData Type: MODULE-IDENTITY OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.6247...
OID information please refer to the actual MIB file. 6.3.1.3 ASI Private MIB The CDM-710 ASI MIB holds all unit parameters associated with the ASI interface board. For detailed OID information please refer to the actual MIB file. 6.3.1.4...
= comtech 6.3.3 SNMP Traps The CDM-710 has the ability to send out SNMP traps when certain events occur in the modem. For example, the modem sends out traps when an alarm or a fault occurs in the modem. These include Unit faults, Tx faults, Rx faults, and ODU faults.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM Telnet Interface The modem provides a Telnet interface for the purpose of Equipment M&C via the standard The CDM-710G High-Speed Satellite Modem provides a Telnet interface for two primary functions: •...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM response (for example, FRW? response) will be displayed as one line, with the latter lines overwriting the previous lines. In order to view the full response messages, CEFD recommends using HyperTerminal configured as Telnet Client.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM 6.4.2 Using Telnet Refer to Appendix A. REMOTE CONTROL in this manual for the syntax and list of commands and status queries for the modem. Telnet is implemented in the modem Ethernet M&C in a "Telnet wrapper".
The embedded Web Server application provides the user with an easy to use interface to configure and monitor all aspects of the CDM-710. These Web pages have been designed for optimal performance when using Microsoft’s Internet Explorer Version 5.5 or higher (the examples shown use Internet Explorer Version 6.0).
MN/CDM710.IOM 6.5.3 Web Server Menu Tree Once the valid User Name and Password is accepted, the user will see the CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Web Server Interface “splash” page (Figure 6-1). From this top level menu, the user has access to five (5) navigation tabs and various nested pages accessible via hyperlink, as...
6.5.4.1 Home Page 6.5.4.1.1 Home | Home (“Splash”) Page Figure 6-1. CDM-710 Home (“Splash”) page From any location within the Web Server Interface, the user can select the Home tab and/or hyperlink to return back to this top-level page. 6–10...
Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM 6.5.4.1.2 Home | Contact Page Figure 6-2. Home | Contact page The ‘Contact’ page (Figure 6-2) provides basic contact information to reach Comtech EF Data Sales and Customer Support via phone or automated e-mail links. 6–11...
Home | Support Page Figure 6-3. Home | Support page The CDM-710 ‘Support’ page (Figure 6-3) allows the user to compose an e-mail message for questions or problems with the modem. The Problem Report area of the display allows up to 256 characters maximum.
Figure 6-4. Admin | Access page The ‘Admin | Access’ page (Figure 6-4) provides the means to set up user names, passwords, the e-mail server, and the host IP addresses to facilitate communication with the CDM-710 Web Server. Network Maintenance •...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM Note the following: o These Name fields can be any alphanumeric combination with a maximum length of 10 characters. o These Password fields can be any alphanumeric combination with a maximum length of 10 characters.
Figure 6-5. Admin | Remote page The ‘Admin | Remote’ page (Figure 6-5) sets and returns administration information for the CDM-710 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) feature. The Administrator can assign up to two SNMP Trap IP addresses. The Administrator can assign a SNMP Trap Community String. The factory default for this parameter is public.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM If there is no interface module present, as shown in Figure 6-7 the message “Interface Not Installed.” is displayed in place of an operable configuration window. In this example, a CDI-40 ASI Interface Module has been installed in Expansion Slot 1, while Expansion Slot 2 is empty: Figure 6-7.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM 6.5.4.3.2 Config Mdm | Modem Figure 6-8. Config Mdm | Modem page Use the ‘Config | Modem’ page (Figure 6-8) to configure Transmit (Tx) and Receive (Rx) operating parameters. The Tx / Rx Interface Types and Framing Modes have higher priority than other parameters, and should be configured before setting other parameters.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM 6.5.4.3.3 Config Mdm | Modem Utilities Figure 6-9. Config Mdm | Modem Utilities page Use the ‘Config Mdm | Modem Utilities’ page (Figure 6-9) to perform the following Modem Utilities tasks: Select Boot Image Use the dropdown menu to select the New (boot) Image as 1 or 2;...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM Redundancy • Use the dropdown menus to Enable or Disable redundanc or set switching as Manual or Auto; click [Submit Unit Utilities] to save these new settings. • Click [Force 1:1 Switch] to execute a forced switchover of operation.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM 6.5.4.4 Stats (Statistics) Pages The Stats pages provide the user with status, event logging, and operational statistics windows. 6.5.4.4.1 Stats | Modem Status Figure 6-10. Stats | Modem Status page The ‘Stats | Modem Status’ page (Figure 6-10) provides a read-only status viewing/configuration information page pertaining to: •...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Ethernet Management MN/CDM710.IOM 6.5.4.5 Maint | Unit Info Page Figure 6-12. Maint | Unit Info page Use the ‘Maint | Unit Info’ page (Figure 6-12) to review a read-only scrollable status window that provides information about the currently loaded Bootrom; for Image 1 and Image 2, the user can scroll through information of all the constituent firmware blocks that make up the bulk.
Chapter 7. FORWARD ERROR CORRECTION OPTIONS Introduction The CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem operates with error correction base upon the DVB standards: • DVB-S – QPSK with concatenated Viterbi and Reed Solomon. • DVB-DSNG – 8-PSK and 16-QAM with concatenated Viterbi and Reed Solomon.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Forward Error Correction Options MN/CDM710.IOM LDPC also functions differently than Viterbi decoding by using iterative decoding. In this process the data initially corrected by the LDPC decoder is re-encoded and run through the decoder again to correct additional errors.
Symbol Rate, for 25% Rolloff = 1.12 x Symbol Rate, for 20% Rolloff Table 7-1 provides the Eb/No, spectral efficiency and occupied bandwidth for the CDM-710. Table 7-2 and Table 7-3 outline these parameters per the modem’s DVB schemes. Figure 7-1 through Figure 7-7 illustrate the error performance characteristics. To convert...
Slot 1 of the CDM-710 – located at the center right of the chassis rear panel – is intended for the dedicated placement of a CDI-40 ASI or CDI-60 HSSI Interface module. Slot 2 – located at the right side end of the chassis rear panel –...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 CDI-40 ASI Interface Module MN/CDM710.IOM PL/10881-3 – CDI-40 ASI Interface for non-1:1 Applications or Tx Only 1:1 PL/10881-4 – CDI-40 ASI Interface for 1:1 Applications Figure 8-1. CDI-40 ASI Interface Module 8–2...
Functional Description Operation for either ASI is selected by programming the module for operation, either from the CDM-710 front panel keypad/display or from the remote communications ports. Refer to Chapter 5. FRONT PANEL OPERATION or Appendix C. REMOTE CONTROL for further information.
Wide 8.3.3 1:1 Applications Figure 8-3 depicts the typical operation of the CDM-710 with ASI in 1:1 Redundancy (using the PL/10881-4 CDI-40 ASI Interface). This diagram applies to CDM-710 1:1 operations via the CRS-180 70/140 MHZ 1:1 Redundancy Switch (for use with the CDM-710) or the CRS-170A L-Band 1:1 Redundancy switch (for use with the CDM-710L).
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 CDI-40 ASI Interface Module MN/CDM710.IOM General Specifications General Specifications Data Framing Formats ASI: 188 or 204 byte packets per ETS 300 421. Test Pattern Tx only, 2047 or 2 -1 pattern compatible with typical BER tester...
‘modulator only’ or ‘demodulator only’ operation. Slot 1 of the CDM-710 – located at the center right of the chassis rear panel – is intended for the dedicated placement of a CDI-40 ASI or CDI-60 HSSI Interface module. Slot 2 – located at the right side end of the chassis rear panel –...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 CDI-60 HSSI Interface Module MN/CDM710.IOM Physical Description Figure 9-2 depicts the block diagram for the interface. The HSSI Interface is implemented on a 3.95 x 7.022 inch (10.03 x 17.83 cm) PCB. Connection to the modem is provided when the 96- pin DIN connector is engaged into the modem slot.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 CDI-60 HSSI Interface Module MN/CDM710.IOM General Specifications General Specification 1 to 70 Mbps Data Rate Range Note: HSSI data rate limit of 70 Mbps may be reached before symbol rate limit is reached. Interfaces Per Module...
SMPT 2022 / Pro-MPEG COP3 FEC disabled. Due to backplane limitations, Slot 1 of the CDM-710 – located at the center right of the chassis rear panel – is typically filled with a blank panel or is reserved for a CDI-40 ASI or CDI-60 HSSI...
10.2 Physical Description The CDI-70 1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Interface is implemented on a 3.95 x 7.022 inch (10.03 x 17.83 cm) PCB. Connectivity to the CDM-710 is implemented with a 96-pin DIN receptacle. The LAN interface consists of a single IEEE 802.3ab 1000 Base-T copper-compliant female RJ-45 connector –...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 CDI-70 1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Interface Module MN/CDM710.IOM 10.3 J1 Connector Pinout, RJ45 The J1 LAN interface is comprised of one IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T copper compliant female RJ-45 connector. This connector features Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicators labeled LINK STATUS and LINK ACTIVITY.
Firmware Ver. 1.1.2 or higher. IMPORTANT The CDM-710’s CDI-70 GigE Interface module contains its own processor and memory. On occasion, CEFD may release new software to fix anomalies or add functionality to this interface. Both the CDM-710 and the CDI-70 use ‘flash memory’ technology internally. This makes software upgrading very simple, and updates can now be obtained via the Internet (Figure 10-3), E-mail, or on CD.
Click the (Select a Product Line:) Satellite Modems hyperlink provided on the Flash and Software Update Files page; Select the CDM-710 product hyperlink from the Comtech Brand column; g) Select the desired CDI-70 firmware version hyperlink (the firmware number for the CDM-710’s CDI-70 Gigabit Ethernet Interface module is FW12547).
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Connect the client PC to the CDI-70 GigE Interface module via an Ethernet hub or a switch, or directly to the PC with a crossover cable. Enable the CDI-70 on the CDM-710 in order to enable the GigE Interface’s PHY interface. The CDI-70’s firmware can only be loaded via the Ethernet M&C port; do not use the J4 Ethernet M&C port...
Appendix A. REMOTE CONTROL Overview This appendix describes the protocol and message command set for remote monitor and control of the CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem. The electrical interface is either an EIA-485 multi-drop bus (for the control of many devices) or an EIA-232 connection (for the control of a single device), and data is transmitted in asynchronous serial form using ASCII characters.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM EIA-485 (full duplex) summary: • Two differential pairs: one pair for Controller-to-Target, one pair for Target -to-Controller. • Controller-to-Target pair has one line driver (Controller), and all Targets have line-receivers. •...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM A.5.3 Address Delimiter This is the “forward slash” character '/' (ASCII code 47). A.5.4 Instruction Code This is a three-character alphabetic sequence, which identifies the subject of the message. Wherever possible, the instruction codes have been chosen to have some significance –...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM If the Controller sends an instruction code which the Target does not recognize, the Target will acknowledge the message by echoing the invalid instruction, followed by the ! character. (ASCII code 33)
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Remote Commands / Queries Index Notes: Where Column ‘C’ = Command and Column ‘Q’ = Query, columns marked ‘X’ designate instruction code as Command only, Query only, or Command/Query. CODE C Q...
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM A.6.1 Modulator Priority System = (Highest priority) TMM, TMD, TCR, and TSR (Lowest Priority), as indicated by shading . Any change to a higher priority parameter can override any of the parameters of lower priority.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Auto Switch ASW= 1 byte Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Equipment ID 23 bytes Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Enable ESW= 1 byte, value Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Local/Remote LRS= 1 byte Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Tx Interface TIE= 2 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Tx Power Level...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Tx Spectrum TSI= 1 byte Command or Query.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM A.6.2 Demodulator Priority System = RMM (Highest priority), RMD, RCR, and RSR (Lowest Priority) , as indicated by shading . Any change to a higher priority parameter can override any of the parameters of lower priority.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Symbol RSR= 9 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Configuration CST= 1 byte Command only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Equipment ID 23 bytes Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Faults and 5 bytes Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) G=ASI Rx PLL Empty (Interface 1)
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Redundancy RED= 1 byte Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Demod RSW= 3 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Transmit & TRC= 69 bytes Command or Query.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM A.6.3 Modem Priority System = (Highest priority) TMM, TMD, TCR, and TSR (Lowest Priority) , as indicated by shading . Any change to a higher priority parameter can override any of the parameters of lower priority.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Auto Switch ASW= 1 byte Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Tx Data Rate 10 bytes Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Tx Interface TIP= 2 bytes Command or Query.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM A.6.4 Priority System Priority System = (Highest priority) RMM, RMD, RCR, and RSR (Lowest Priority), as indicated by shading . Any change to a higher priority parameter can override any of the parameters of lower priority.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Symbol RSR= 9 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Circuit ID String CID= 24 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) External ERF= 1 byte Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Es/No 4 bytes Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) c=Rx Traffic Status 0=No faults 1=+1.5V Demod Power Supply Unit (Demodulator Card)
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Firmware 1 byte Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Gigabit GMI= 17 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Initialize Events IEP= None Command only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Unit Alarm MSK= 2 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Clock RCK= 2 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Frequency RFQ= 9 bytes Command or Query.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Rx Transport 1 byte Query only.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM Command Arguments for Query Parameter (Instruction Command or Response to (Instruction Description of Arguments Response to Query Type Code and Response to Command Code and Qualifier) Query Qualifier) Transmit & TRC= 69 bytes Command or Query.
CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM A.6.5 Modem Global Configuration (MGC) Command The MGC command can be used to configure the whole modem or parts of the modem. This command also contains spare bytes for future development, but the length of the command is fixed to 255 bytes. The MGC command can be used on modulator-only units, demodulator-only units, and modem units.
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM [Tx Block] consists of 50 bytes for Transmit configuration, in the form aaaa.aaaabcc.ccccccdefghhh.hijklmmmmmmnoxxxxxxxxxx where: aaaa.aaaa = Tx Frequency (in MHz) same as TFQ b = Tx Mode same as TMM cc.cccccc = Tx Symbol Rate...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM [Unit Block] consists of 20 bytes for Unit Configuration, the format is: abccdxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx a = Test Mode same as TST b = Test Pattern same as TPT cc = Alarm Mask...
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Appendix A MN/CDM710.IOM • If HSSI Interface: The [Interface Block] is in the form abcdeff.fx…xxx where: a = Tx Data Inversion same as TDI (omit interface slot parameter) b = Rx Data Inversion same as RDI (omit interface slot parameter)
Appendix B. Eb/No MEASUREMENT Although the CDM-710 calculates and displays the value of receive Eb/No on the front panel of the unit, it is sometimes useful to measure the value using a spectrum analyzer, if one is available. The idea is to accurately measure the value of (Co+No)/No, (Carrier density + Noise density/Noise density).
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CDM-710 Broadcast Satellite Modem Revision 11 Eb/No Measurement MN/CDM710.IOM Example: In the diagram that follows, the (Co+No)/No measured is 4.6 dB. If Rate 1/2 QPSK is used, this corresponds to an Eb/No of approximately 2.8 dB (DVB-S2) or 3.1 dB (DVB-S).
In order to permit a lower initial cost, the modem may be purchased with only the desired features enabled. If, at a later date, a user wishes to upgrade the functionality of a modem, Comtech EF Data provides Fully Accessible System Topology (FAST), which permits the purchase and installation of options through special authorization codes loaded into the unit either via the front panel keypad or entered remotely via the remote port located on the modem rear panel.
Note the following (this listing is representative and is subject to change): Option Number (top line) Description (bottom line) IF Modulator (for CDM-710 70/140 MHz units) L-Band Mod (for CDM-710L L-Band units) IF Demodulator (for CDM-710 70/140 MHz units) L-Band Demod (for CDM-710L L-Band units)
Contact a Comtech EF Data sales representative during normal business hours to order features. You will be asked to provide the modem Serial Number. Comtech EF Data Customer Support will verify the order and provide an invoice, instructions, and a 20-character FAST access (configuration) code.
EF Data Customer Support if the problem persists. Using FAST Demo Mode When enabled, Demo Mode allows access to ALL CDM-710 FAST options for 604800 seconds (7 full days). Demo Mode may be turned on and off an unlimited number of times until the 604800 seconds have expired.
METRIC CONVERSIONS Units of Length Unit Centimeter Inch Foot Yard Mile Meter Kilometer Millimeter 1 centimeter — 0.3937 0.03281 0.01094 6.214 x 10 0.01 — — 1 inch 2.540 — 0.08333 0.2778 0.254 — 25.4 1.578 x 10 1 foot 30.480 12.0 —...
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