System Installation - Comtech EF Data SDM-650B Installation And Operation Manual

Installation

2.4 System Installation

After unpacking, install the modem as follows:
1. Mount the modem chassis in its assigned position in the equipment rack.
2. Connect the cables to the rear panel in the appropriate locations. Refer to
3. Open the front panel and verify the three main cards, the M&C, and data
4. Before turning ON the power switch, read and become familiar with the
5. Turn ON the power switch (located inside the front panel).
6. Check for proper TX signal level and spectrum.
7. Check for proper RX signal level and spectrum.
8. If there is any problem with the installation, refer to Chapter 6 for
2–6
Section 2.2 for connector pinouts, placement, and functions.
interface cards are properly seated.
Refer to Figure 1-3 for proper positioning of the cards.
When the cards are installed correctly, the color of the card guides on the chassis
will match the color of the card ejectors on the cards.
information in Chapter 4.
troubleshooting information.
SDM-650B Satellite Modem
Rev. 5