SNM-1001L Satellite Modem
Specifications
A.13.1
AUPC Parameters
Local Automatic Uplink Power
Control (AUPC)
AUPC Power Levels
AUPC Target Noise Level
AUPC Tracking Rate
AUPC Carrier Loss Action
Remote AUPC
A.13.2
AUPC with Reed-Solomon Option
The AUPC function is supported, when the Reed-Solomon card is installed.
Note: The ASYNC requires the overhead card.
A.13.3
Turbo AUPC
Self monitoring AUPC is provided.
Table A-10. AUPC Parameters
AUPC functions are available through the use of the optional . The
operator can select local AUPC to be enabled or disabled.
The operator can select from 0 to -40 dBm in 0.5 dBm steps, for the
nominal, minimum, and maximum transmit power levels. Changes in the
power level shall not interrupt the carrier.
The operator can select the E b /N 0 target setpoint from 3.2 to 16.0 dB in
0.1 dBm steps.
The operator can select the maximum tracking rate from 0.5 to 6.0
dBm/minute in 0.5 dBm/minute steps.
The operator can select transmit power level to Maximum, Nominal, or
Hold for both local and remote carrier loss.
Note: Local carrier loss has priority over remote carrier loss.
The operator can select remote AUPC to be enabled or disabled. The
operator can also select a remote transmit 2047 test pattern and a remote
baseband loopback to be enabled or disabled. The operator can monitor
the remote AUPC 2047 bit error rate.
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