Instruction Manual
Model 2016-04
Downconverter
May 2010 Rev. G MODEL 2016 DOWNCONVERTER C ROSS T ECHNOLOGIES INC.
F=1525 G=+25.0
MENU EXECUTE
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL 2016-04 Downconverter TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty 1.0 General
1.1 Equipment Description 1.2 Technical Characteristics 1.3 Monitor & Control Interface 1.4 Environmental Use Information
2.0 Installation
2.1 Mechanical 2.2 Rear I/O’s 2.3 Front Panel Controls, Indicators 2.4 Operation 2.5 Menu Settings
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WARRANTY - The following warranty applies to all Cross Technologies, Inc. products.
All Cross Technologies, Inc. products are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year after shipment to customer. Cross Technologies, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at Cross Technologies, Inc.’s option, replacing parts, subassemblies, or entire assemblies. Cross Technologies, Inc. shall not be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages. This warranty does not cover parts or equipment which have been subject to misuse, negligence, or accident by the customer during use. All shipping costs for warranty repairs will be prepaid by the customer. There are not other warranties, express or implied, except as stated herein.
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6170 Shiloh Road Alpharetta, Georgia 30005 (770) 886-8005 FAX (770) 886-7964 Toll Free 888-900-5588 WEB www.crosstechnologies.com E-MAIL [email protected]
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MODEL 2016-04 Downconverter 1.0 General 1.1 Equipment Description
The 2016-04 Downconverter converts 950 to 2150 MHz to 140 MHz in 1 MHz steps with low group delay and flat frequency response. Synthesized local oscillators (LO) provide frequency selection. Multi-function push button switches select the input frequency, gain, and other parameters. Front panel LEDs provide indication of DC power, PLL alarm or Remote operation. Gain is adjustable manually (MGC) over a 0 to 50 dB range. The frequency and gain are remotely selectable. Parameter selection and frequency and gain settings appear on the LCD display. Connectors are Type F female for the RF, and BNC female for the IF and optional external 10 MHz reference input and output (option -E). Table 2.2 shows other connector options. LNB +24 VDC (option -L) and 10 MHz reference (option -E) can be inserted on the RF lines. The 2016-04 is powered by a 100-240 ±10% VAC power supply, and is contained in a 1 3/4” X 19” X 16” rack mount chassis.
AC GND F=1525 G=+25.0
RF IN LNB FUSE F1 J2 DS8 VDC on RF MENU EXECUTE FRONT IF OUT 10 MHZ REF OUTPUT J1 J18 REAR MONITOR AND CONTROL
5 4 9 8 3 7 2 6 1
J10 10 MHZ EXT REF INPUT J3 MODEL 2016 DOWNCONVERTER C ROSS T ECHNOLOGIES INC.
J20
FIGURE 1.1 Model 2016-04 Front and Rear Panels
.95
to 2.15
GHz IN 10MHz* +24VDC* .95 to 2.4 GHz BP var atten 3.3
to 4.6
GHz F=1450 G=+25.0
2400 MHz BP 2260 or 2540 MHz CONTROLLER 200 MHz LP 140 MHz OUT EXT 10MHz* INT 10MHz
*OPTIONAL
FIGURE 1.2 Model 2016-04 Downconverter Block Diagram
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1.2 Technical Characteristics TABLE 1.0 2016-04 Downconverter Specifications* Input Characteristics
Impedance/Return Loss Frequency Noise Figure, Max.
Input Level range Input 1 dB compression
Output Characteristics
Impedance/Return Loss Frequency Output Level/max linear Output 1 dB compression
Channel Characteristics
Gain Image Rejection Spurious Response Frequency Response Group Delay, max Frequency Sense Synthesizer Characteristics Frequency Accuracy Frequency Step 10 MHz level (In & Out) Phase Noise @ Freq dBC/Hz 75 75 Ω/12 dB (see TABLE 2.2 for connector options) 950 to 2150 MHz 15 dB max gain -20 to -70 dBm -15 dBm Ω /18 dB (see TABLE 2.2 for connector options) 140 ± 36 MHZ -20/-10 dBm -5 dBm 0 to 50 dB, 1 dB steps (manually adjustable) > 50 dB, min <-40 dBC in band (± 36 MHZ) ±1.5 dB, 950 - 2150 MHz; ± 0.5 dB, 72 MHz BW 0.0035 ns/MHz 2 parabolic; 0.025 ns/MHz linear; 1 ns ripple Non-inverting or Inverting (selectable) ±1.0ppm max over temp (±0.01ppm option H) internal reference 1.0 MHz minimum 3 dBm, ± 3 dB (option E) 100 Hz -70 1kHz -70 10kHz -80 100kHz -90 1MHz -100
Controls, Indicators
Frequency Selection Gain Selection Power Alarm Remote
Other
RF Connector IF Connector 10 MHz Connectors Connector, Alarm, Remote Size Power direct readout LCD; pushbutton switches or remote selection direct readout LCD; pushbutton switches or remote selection Green LED Red LED Yellow LED; RS232C (RS485 option Q), 9600 baud Type F (female) (see TABLE 2.2 for other options) BNC (female) (see TABLE 2.2 for other options) BNC (female) (option E) DB9 - NO or NC contact closure on Alarm 19 inch standard chassis 1.75”high X 16.0” deep 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47 - 63 Hz, 45 watts max.
Options
- E - H - L - Q -T -V -X -W8 -W18 -Z
Connector Options
Allows ext. 10 MHz ref input, 10 MHz ref can be inserted on the RF IN High Stability (± 0.01 ppm) internal reference LNB +24 VDC, 0.4 Amps with readout of current RS-422/RS-485 Remote capability Temperature Sensor SSPB +24 VDC, 2.5 Amps max, with readout of current 15 kHz step size Ethernet M&C Remote Interface Ethernet M&C Remote Interface WITH SNMP Attenuator 0.1 dB step size See TABLE 2.2
*+10˚C to +40˚C; Specifications subject to change without notice.
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1.3 Monitor and Control Interface A) Remote serial interface
Protocol: RS-232C, 9600 baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 start bit, and 1 stop bit.
(RS-232C, RS-422, or RS-485 - option -Q)
M&C Cable Diagram - Cross Technologies Frequency Converters
Female DB-9 PC Com Port Male DB-9 2015/16/17 M&CPort 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RX TX DTR SG DSR RTS CTS RX TX SG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Connector: Rear panel, DB-9 male Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Function Rx Rx+ (RS-232C) Tx+ (RS-232C) Tx GND Alarm Relay: Common Alarm Relay: Normally Open Not Used Alarm Relay: Normally Closed 2016-04 Manual, Rev. G Page 5 05/18/10
B) Status Requests -
Table 1.1 lists the status requests for the 2016-04 and briefly describes them.
* PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa}(00-31) prefix, in the table below, should be used ONLY when RS-485, (OPTION-Q), is selected.
Command Command Status 10MHz Ref Status (option -E only) LNB Current (option -L only) Syntax* {aaS1} {aaS2} {aaS3} Description Returns {S1bbbbccIA} where: • bbbb = Rx frequency 4 characters - standard (7 characters - Option-X) • cc = Rx gain • I = 1 - spectrum invert enabled • A = summary alarm; 1=alarmed, 0=normal Returns {S2ER} where: • E = 1 - external 10 MHz switched in • R = 1 - 10 MHz ref inserted on RF input connector Returns {S3eee} where: • eee = LNB current (000 to 500 = 0 to .500 A) 2016-04 Manual, Rev. G Page 6 05/18/10
C) Commands - Table 1.1 lists the commands for the 2016-04 and briefly describes them. After a command is sent the 2016-04 sends a return “>” indicating the command has been received and executed.
General Command Format - The general command format is {aaCND...}, where: { = start byte aa = address (RS-485 only - option -Q) C = 1 character, either C (command) or S (status) N = 1 character command or status request D = 1 character or more of data (depends on command) } = stop byte * PLEASE NOTE: The two character {aa}(00-31) prefix, in the table below, should be used ONLY when RS-485, (OPTION-Q), is selected.
Command Set Receiver Frequency Set Receiver Gain Enable 10MHz Ref Insertion (option -E only) Enable Spectrum Invert Enable External 10MHz IN (option -E only) Enable Remote Disable Remote Syntax* {aaC2xxxx} {aaC4xx} {aaC6x} {aaC7x} {aaCEx} # {aaCR0} Description where: • xxxx = 4 characters standard (7 characters -Option-X) • Range: 0950 to 2150 MHz, in 1 MHz steps 0950.000 to 2150.000 in 1 kHz steps (option-X) where: • xx = 2 characters • Range: 00 to 50 (0 dB to 50 dB, in 1 dB steps) where x =: • 0 to disable 10MHz insertion on RF input connector • 1 to enable 10MHz insertion on RF input connector where x =: • 0 to disable spectrum invert • 1 to enable spectrum invert where x =: • 0 to disable External 10MHz ref signal • 1 to enable External 10MHz ref signal Just # sign {CR and zero} 2016-04 Manual, Rev. G Page 7 05/18/10
1.4 Environmental Use Information
A. Rack-Mounting - To mount this equipment in a rack, please refer to the installation instructions located in the user manual furnished by the manufacturer of your equipment rack.
B. Mechanical Loading - Mounting of equipment in a rack should be such that a hazardous condition does not exist due to uneven weight distribution.
C. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to Tmra.
D. Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. Additional space between unit may be required.
E. Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits could have on over current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment name plate rating should be used, when addressing this concern.
F. Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connection to the Branch (use of power strips).
G. Top Cover - There are no serviceable parts inside the product so, the Top Cover should not be removed. If the Top Cover is removed the ground strap and associated screw MUST BE REINSTALLED prior to Top Cover screw replacement. FAILURE TO DO this may cause INGRESS and/or EGRESS emission problems. 2016-04 Manual, Rev. G Page 8 05/18/10
2.0 Installation 2.1 Mechanical The 2016-04 consists of one RF/Controller PCB housed in a 1 RU (1 3/4 inch high) by 16 inch deep chassis. A switching, ±12, +24, +5 VDC power supply provides power for the assemblies. The 2016-04 can be secured to a rack using the 4 holes on the front panel. Figure 2.1 shows how the 2016-04 is assembled.
POWER SUPPLY
FIGURE 2.1 2016-04 Mechanical Assembly
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2.2 Rear Panel Input/Output Signals Figure 2.2 shows the input and output connectors on the rear panel.
J2 - RF IN
2000-2500 MHz, -70 to -20 dBm input. 50 Ω , BNC (female) - see Table 2.2 for other options.
AC J18 - 10 MHz REF OUTPUT (option -E)
10 MHz reference output, 0 ± 3 dBm.
75 Ω BNC female connector.
GND RF IN IF OUT A 10 MHZ REF OUTPUT J3 - 10 MHz EXT REF INPUT (option -E)
10 MHz external reference input, 0 ± 3 dBm, 75 Ω BNC female connector.
MONITOR AND CONTROL
5 9 4 8 3 7 2 1 6
10 MHZ EXT REF INPUT J2 J1 J18 J10 J3 AC - POWER IN
AC input for switching power supply. 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47-60 Hz.
J1 - IF OUT A
70 MHz, -20 dBm output. 75 Ω , BNC (female) - see Table 2.2 for other options.
J10 - MONITOR AND CONTROL
DB9 female connector. see Table 2.1.
J20 J20 - ETHERNET CONNECTION
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
FIGURE 2.2 2016-04 Rear Panel I/Os
Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Function Not Used Rx+ (RS-232C) Tx+ (RS-232C) Not Used GND Alarm Relay: Common Alarm Relay: Normally Closed Not Used Alarm Relay: Normally Open
*Remote Serial Interface
Interface: DB-9 Male Protocol: RS-232C, 9600 baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit Option STD -B -C -D -N -M 2016-04 Manual, Rev. G IF BNC, 75Ω BNC, 75Ω BNC, 75Ω BNC, 50Ω BNC, 75Ω BNC, 50Ω RF Type F, 75Ω BNC, 75Ω BNC, 50Ω BNC, 50Ω Type N, 50Ω Type N, 50Ω Page 10 05/18/10
2.3 Front Panel Controls and Indicators Figure 2.3 shows the controls and indicators located on the front panel.
DS3 - DOWN ALARM LED
Red LED indicates downconverter alarm.
DS1 - REMOTE LED
Yellow LED indicates remote operation.
LCD DISPLAY
Display shows Downconverter frequency in MHz and Gain in dB
S1 - MENU/EXECUTE BUTTON
Press this to get into Program mode and to execute any changes.
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MENU EXECUTE DS6 - POWER LED
Green LED indicates presence of DC power.
S2 - VERT. TOGGLE
Vertical toggle switch that controls values in the Menu items when in program mode. Does not function in the normal display mode
S3 - HORIZ. TOGGLE
Horizontal toggle switch that controls which values are being adjusted. Does not function in the normal display mode
FIGURE 2.3 2016-04 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
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2.4 Operation 2.4.1 Installing and Operating the 2016-04 Downconverter 1. Connect a -20 dBm to -70 dBm signal to RF IN, J2 (Figure 2.2) 2. Connect the IF OUT, J1, to the external equipment 3. Connect 100-240 ±10% VAC, 47 - 63 Hz to AC on the back panel.
4. Set the input frequency (See Section 2.5 Menu Settings).
5. Set the gain for +00.0 to +50.0 dB (See Section 2.5 Menu Settings).
6. Be sure DS6 (green, DC Power) is on and DS3 (red, Alarm) is off (Figure 2.3).
7. Option -L only - To insert LNB +24 VDC on the RF center pin install 0.5A fast blo fuse in F1 and check that DS8 lights yellow (Figure 2.1) 8. AC FUSE - The fuse is a 5 mm X 20 mm, 2 amp slow blow (Type T) and is inserted in the far slot in the drawer below the AC input as shown in Figure 2.4. There is a spare fuse in the near slot. If a fuse continues to open, the power supply is most likely defective.
FUSE DRAWER SPARE FUSE AC Fuse - 2 amp slow blow (Type T), 5 mm X 20 mm
INPUT
~ 100-240± 10%VAC 47-63 Hz 2A MAX
FUSE
TYPE T 2A GDC
250 VOLT FOR 100 - 240 V~
FIGURE 2.4 Fuse Location and Spare Fuse
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2.5 Menu Settings 2.5.1 Functions
This section describes operation of the front panel controls. There are three operator switches, the LCD display and alarm indicator LEDs. All functions for the equipment are controlled by these components. The functions are (see Figure 2.5):
Power Up Normal Display
Menu 1 Frequency in MHz Menu 2 Gain (0 to +50, 1dB steps) Menu 3 Set Unit to Remote Operation Menu 4 Select External 10 MHz Ref (option E) Menu 5 Select Reference Out (option E) Menu 6 Set Remote mode (option Q) Menu 7 Set RS-485 address (option Q) Menu 8 View LNB Current (option L) Save Menu When go to end Alarm indications appear on the LEDs (see figure 2.3).
All program changes must start with the operation of the Menu/Execute switch and must also end with the operation of the Menu/Execute switch verified by the “Save Settings?” Menu. If this sequence is not followed, none of the changes will take effect. If programming is initiated and no operator action takes place for approximately 12 seconds (before the final press of the Menu/Execute switch) the display will revert to its previous status and you will need to start over.
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2.5.2 Power On Settings NOTE: THE LAST STATUS OF A UNIT IS RETAINED EVEN WHEN POWER IS REMOVED. WHEN POWER IS RESTORED, THE UNIT WILL RETURN TO IT'S PREVIOUS SETTINGS.
When power is first applied, the LCD display goes through three steps.
1.The LCD goes black to show all segments are functioning.
2.The software version will be displayed.
R E V 1 . 0 0 3.The present frequency and gain of the downconverter is shown.
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The unit is now operational and ready for any changes the operator may desire.
2.5.3 Control Switches
1. Menu/Execute - Any change to the programming of the unit must be initiated by pressing the Menu/Execute switch and completed by pressing the Menu/Execute switch.
2. Horizontal Switch - This switch is mounted so its movement is horizontal and moves the cursor left or right. 3. Vertical Switch - This switch is mounted so its movement is vertical and has two functions: a. During frequency , gain changes, the vertical movement will raise or lower the number in the direction of the arrows.
b. For other functions such Mute on/off, the vertical switch will alternately turn the function on or off regardless of the direction operated.
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2.5.4 Frequency Changes
At any time during the modification process, if you have made a mistake and do not wish to save the changes you have made, do not press the Menu/Execute switch; simply do nothing for approximately 12 seconds, and the system will return to the normal operating mode or scroll to “R” and push the menu/Execute switch and select “NO” in the “SAVE SETTINGS?” window.
To change the FREQUENCY: Operate the Menu/Execute switch until you get to the menu item you want to change see Figure 2.5 for the sequence of menu options. The following display is for changing the downconverter frequency: F = 1350 R Pressing the Up/Down switch down will toggle the display to: F = 1450 R By using the horizontal rocker switch the cursor can be moved left or right .
F = 1450 R
NOTE: CHANGES DO NOT TAKE PLACE ON FREQUENCY UNTIL YOU GO TO THE SAVE MENU AND INDICATE YOU WANT TO SAVE THE CHANGES.THE CARRIER IS MUTED WHEN FREQUENCY IS CHANGED.
When the display indicates the value desired you can push the Menu/Execute switch to get to the next item: G = +25.0
R OR you can scroll to “R”, push the Menu/Execute switch to get to: SAVE SETTINGS? Y N Selecting Y will save the new settings. Selecting N will revert to the previous settings.
Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to this: F=1450 G=+25.0
Figure 2.5 gives the menu items and how to make changes.
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2.5.5 Gain Changes
When you get to this menu note that the gain changes will be made as you make them but if you do not wish to save the changes you have made, scroll to “R” and push the Menu/Execute switch and select “NO” in the “SAVE SETTINGS?” window or do not press the Menu/Execute switch; simply do nothing for approximately 12 seconds, and the system will return to the normal operating mode.
To change the DOWNCONVERTER GAIN: Push the Menu/Execute switch to get to the gain setting (See Figure 2.5 for the sequence of menu options): G = +25.0
R Pressing the Up/Down switch will change the gain in 1 or 10 dB steps depending on the cursor location: G = +15.0
R By using the horizontal rocker switch the cursor can be moved left or right. Pressing the Up/Down switch will toggle the display digit selected until you have the desired gain. G = +15.0
R
NOTE: THE GAIN WILL BE CHANGED AS YOU ADJUST THE NUMBERS. HOWEVER, THE VALUE WILL NOT BE STORED UNTIL YOU INDICATE YES IN THE SAVE SETTINGS WINDOW.
When the display indicates the value desired you can push the Menu/Execute switch to get to the next item: OTHER? Y N R OR you can scroll to “R” and push the Menu/Execute switch to get to: SAVE SETTINGS? Y N Selecting Y will save the new settings. Selecting N will revert to the previous settings. Pushing the Menu/Execute switch then takes you to this: F=1450 G=+15.0
Figure 2.5 gives the menu items and how to make changes.
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2.5.5 Alarm Indications
An alarm condition for will occur if any local oscillator phase lock loop (PLL) comes out of lock. The Mute LED will light if you select Mute and the Remote LED will light when you select the Remote mode.
Power Up
ON POWER UP
REV 1.00
Normal Display
NORMAL DISPLAY
F = 1450 G = +10
Menu 1 Frequency Menu 2 Gain (00 to +50) Menu 3 Set Unit to Remote Operation Menu 4 Select Non-inverting or Inverting Spectrum Menu 5 Select External 10 MHz Reference (option -E) Menu 6 Select 10MHz Reference Out (option -E) Menu 7 Set Remote Mode (option -Q) Menu 8 Set RS-485 Address (option -Q) Menu 9 View LNB current (option -L) Save? When “R” is selected or at the end of the menu options PUSHING MENU/EXECUTE SEQUENCE
F = 1450 G = +10 REMOTE OFF DNSPECTRUM NON EXT REF OFF REF OUT OFF RS 485 OFF ADDRESS = 00 R R R R R R R R
SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL SCROLL <> SCROLL
LNB DC = 0.250A R SAVE SETTINGS? Y N
SCROLL <> SCROLL <> PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON PUSH BUTTON
FIGURE 2.5 Menu Display and Sequence
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