Section 1 - Introduction; Overview - Radyne DMD2050 Operation Manual

DMD2050 Universal Satellite Modem Introduction
Introduction
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This chapter provides an overview of the DMD2050 Universal Satellite Modem. The DMD2050
may be referred to in this manual as the DMD2050 or "the unit".

1.0 Overview

Radyne 's new DMD2050 Satellite Modem (Figure 1-1) breaks new ground in flexibility and
performance. With standards based upon MIL-STD-188-165A and the ability to run commercial
industry standard functions including IDR, IBS and DVB, while covering data rates up to 52 Mbps,
this duplex modem covers virtually all Satellite IP, Telecom, Video and Internet applications, while
allowing switching between spur-free 70/140 MHz operation to L-Band without any configuration
changes.
Figure 1-1. DMD2050 Universal Satellite Modem Front Panel
The extensive list of software options allows for the deployment of a modem with today's needs
while keeping an eye toward tomorrow. Additional options and configuration (such as Monitor
and Control (M&C) Functions) can be activated in seconds via the front panel. Additional
hardware options like Turbo, Interface Expansion, and DC operation complete the modem's
dynamic feature coverage.
The DMD2050's impressive remote accessibility surpasses all others in the field. Remote control
via Radyne 's trusted RLLP (Radyne Link Level Protocol), Ethernet 10 Base-T SNMP and Web
Browser includes control of all the modem's features plus software maintenance. Additionally,
the Vacuum Flourescent Display (VFD) can be supplemented with terminal software running on a
PC or laptop.
The modem now presents its entire monitor and control functions on the big screen. Supported
by Radyne 's extensive line of redundancy switches, converters, encoders and decoders, the
DMD2050 can be built into any satellite requirement. Compatibility with current modems, such as
Radyne 's DMD50, DMD2401, DMD15, and DISA certified MIL-188-165 compliant DMD15L are
maintained for seamless substitution and addition to existing systems.
A full range of Industry Standard Interfaces is available for the DMD2050. Interface types are
selectable from MIL-188-114A, ITU G.703, HSSI, ASI, DVB/M2P and Ethernet Bridge.
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