Comtech EF Data KPA-020IN Operating instructions

KPA

Ku-Band Solid-State Power Amplifier

KPA-020IN, KPA-040, KPA-080, KPA-100

Installation and Operation Manual

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information contained in this document supercedes

all previously published information regarding this product. Product

specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Comtech EF Data, 2114 West 7th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA, 480.333.2200, FAX: 480.333.2161.

KPA

Ku-Band Solid-State Power Amplifier

KPA-020IN, KPA-040, KPA-080, KPA-100

Installation and Operation Manual

Part Number MN/KPA.IOM

Revision 0

September 30, 2005

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Attention: Customer Support Department

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480.333.2161 FAX

or, E-Mail can be sent to the Customer Support Department at:

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Contact us via the web at www.comtechefdata.com

.

1. To return a Comtech EF Data product (in-warranty and out-of-warranty) for

repair or replacement:

2. Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the Comtech EF

Data Customer Support Department.

3. Be prepared to supply the Customer Support representative with the model

number, serial number, and a description of the problem.

4. To ensure that the product is not damaged during shipping, pack the product in

its original shipping carton/packaging.

5. Ship the product back to Comtech EF Data. (Shipping charges should be

prepaid.)

For more information regarding the warranty policies, see Warranty Policy, p. x.

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................1-1

1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Functional Description.............................................................................................................................. 1-3

CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................2-1

2.1 Unpacking .................................................................................................................................................. 2-1

2.2 Installation ................................................................................................................................................. 2-2

2.2.1 Prime Power Connection............................................................................................................................. 2-2

2.2.2 Cable Connections....................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.2.3 Optional: Redundancy Kit Installation........................................................................................................ 2-3

CHAPTER 3. CONNECTOR PINS.......................................................................................................3-1

3.1 External Connections................................................................................................................................ 3-1

3.1.1 Redundant Loop Interface, Connector J4.................................................................................................... 3-2

3.1.2 Customer Discrete Control, Connector J5................................................................................................... 3-2

3.1.3 RS-232/RS-485 Interface, Connector J6 ..................................................................................................... 3-4

3.1.4

Waveguide Switch Interface, Connector J7 ................................................................................................ 3-4

3.2 Prime Power Switch .................................................................................................................................. 3-5

3.3

Dimensional and Outline Diagrams......................................................................................................... 3-5

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CHAPTER 4. OPERATION ..................................................................................................................4-1

4.1 General....................................................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1.1

Front Panel .................................................................................................................................................. 4-1

4.1.2 Front Panel Indicators ................................................................................................................................. 4-3

4.1.3 Switching On............................................................................................................................................... 4-4

4.2

Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 4-5

4.2.1 KPA Commands.......................................................................................................................................... 4-7

4.2.1.1 SELECT: CONFIGURATION MENU ........................................................................................................ 4-8

4.2.1.2 SELECT: MONITOR STATUS MENU .................................................................................................... 4-10

4.2.1.3 Current Faults Menu................................................................................................................................... 4-13

4.2.1.4 SELECT: STORED FAULTS MENU ....................................................................................................... 4-15

4.2.1.5 SELECT: UTILITY FUNCTIONS MENU................................................................................................ 4-16

4.2.1.6 Current Faults Menu................................................................................................................................... 4-13

CHAPTER 5.

REDUNDANT CONFIGURATION .................................................................................5-1

5.1 General....................................................................................................................................................... 2-1

5.2 Redundant Operation ............................................................................................................................... 5-1

5.2.1 Control Cabling for a 1:1 System................................................................................................................ 5-2

5.2.2

Control Cabling for a 1:2 System................................................................................................................ 5-3

5.2.3 Gain Equalization of Redundant Units........................................................................................................ 5-4

CHAPTER 6.

REMOTE CONTROL SPECIFICATION ........................................................................6-1

6.1 General....................................................................................................................................................... 6-1

6.2 Electrical Interface.................................................................................................................................... 6-2

6.3 Interface Connector .................................................................................................................................. 6-2

6.4 Cables ......................................................................................................................................................... 6-3

6.5 Protocol ...................................................................................................................................................... 6-4

6.6 Access Methods.......................................................................................................................................... 6-5

6.6.1 Direct Access............................................................................................................................................... 6-5

6.6.2 Indirect Access ............................................................................................................................................ 6-5

6.7 Addressess.................................................................................................................................................. 6-6

6.7.1 Physical Address ......................................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.7.2 Virtual Address ........................................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.7.3 Message Structure ....................................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.7.4 Start Character............................................................................................................................................. 6-6

6.7.5 Device Address ........................................................................................................................................... 6-7

6.7.6 Command .................................................................................................................................................... 6-7

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6.8 Confirmation Response............................................................................................................................. 6-7

6.8.1 Error Response ............................................................................................................................................ 6-7

6.8.2 End of Message ........................................................................................................................................... 6-8

6.8.2.1 Command Ending ......................................................................................................................................... 6-8

6.8.2.2 Response Ending .......................................................................................................................................... 6-8

6.9 Command/Response Pairs ........................................................................................................................ 6-9

6.9.1 Utility Commands ....................................................................................................................................... 6-9

6.9.2 Configuration Commands ......................................................................................................................... 6-10

6.9.3 Mode Commands ...................................................................................................................................... 6-11

6.9.4 Status Commands...................................................................................................................................... 6-12

6.9.5 Stored Alarms............................................................................................................................................ 6-16

6.9.6 Error Processing ........................................................................................................................................ 6-17

6.9.7 Configuration Errors ................................................................................................................................. 6-17

6.9.8 Time-Outs ................................................................................................................................................. 6-17

CHAPTER 7. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................7-1

7.1 General....................................................................................................................................................... 7-1

7.2 Maintenance Testing ................................................................................................................................. 7-2

7.3 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................... 7-2

APPENDIX A . SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ A-1

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Figures

Figure 1-1. Family of Ku-Band Solid-State High Power Amplifiers ....................................................................... 1-1

Figure 1-2. Block Diagram of KPA-020IN .............................................................................................................. 1-2

Figure 1-2. Block Diagram of KPA-040 .................................................................................................................. 1-3

Figure 1-2. Block Diagram of KPA-080/100 ........................................................................................................... 1-4

Figure 2-1. Redundancy Installation......................................................................................................................... 2-4

Figure 3-1. Rear Panel (KPA-040, 080, or 100, KPA-020IN Not Shown)............................................................... 3-1

Figure 3-2. KPA-080/100 Dimensional Diagram inches) ........................................................................................ 3-7

Figure 3-3. KPA-080/100 Redundant Outline Diagram ........................................................................................... 3-9

Figure 4-1. Menu Tree.............................................................................................................................................. 4-6

Figure 5-1. Control Cabling of a 1:1 System............................................................................................................ 5-2

Figure 5-2. Control Cabling of a 1:2 System............................................................................................................ 5-3

Tables

Table 2-1. Cable Connections................................................................................................................................... 2-3

Table 2-2. Redundancy Kit (AS/0435) ..................................................................................................................... 2-5

Table 2-3. Redundancy Kit (KPA-040).................................................................................................................... 2-5

Table 3-1. Rear Panel Connectors ............................................................................................................................ 3-1

Table 3-2. Redundant Loop Interface, Connector J4 ................................................................................................ 3-2

Table 3-3. Customer Discrete Control, Connector J5............................................................................................... 3-2

Table 3-3a. Customer Discrete Control, Connector J5 ............................................................................................. 3-3

Table 3-4. RS-232/RS-485 Interface, Connector J6 ................................................................................................. 3-4

Table 3-5. Waveguide Switch Interface, Connector J7 ............................................................................................ 3-4

Table 4-1. Operating Functions ................................................................................................................................ 4-2

Table 4-2. Front Panel Indicators ............................................................................................................................. 4-3

Table 6-1. Protocol Description................................................................................................................................ 6-4

Table 6-2. Possible Time-Out Sources ................................................................................................................... 6-17

Table 7-1. Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................... 7-3

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About this Manual

This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data

Ku-Band Solid-State Power Amplifier, KPA-020IN, KPS-040, KPA080, and KPA100.

This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers, technicians, and operators

responsible for the operation and maintenance of the KPA.

Conventions and References

Cautions and Warnings

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to indicate other

unsafe practices or risks of property damage.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

Safety Notices

This equipment has been designed to minimize exposure of personnel to hazards. The operators

and technicians must:

CAUTION

• Know how to work around, with, and on high voltage and high RF power

level equipment.

• Exercise every precaution to ensure personnel safety.

• Exercise extreme care when working near high voltages/high RF power

level equipment.

• Be familiar with the warning presented in this manual.

• Disconnect the power supply cord before servicing the SSPA.

WARNING

Lithium Battery Replacement: There is a damage that the Lithium battery

on the M&C assembly will explode if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the

manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the Lithium battery

manufacturer’s instructions.

IMPORTANT

Indicates information critical for proper equipment function.

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Metric Conversion

Metric conversion information is located on the inside back cover of this manual. This

information is provided to assist the operator in cross-referencing Non-Metric to Metric

conversions.

Military Standards

References to “MIL-STD-188” apply to the 114A series (i.e., MIL-STD-188-114A), which

provides electrical and functional characteristics of the unbalanced and balanced voltage digital

interface circuits applicable to both long haul and tactical communications. Specifically, these

references apply to the MIL-STD-188-114A electrical characteristics for a balanced voltage

digital interface circuit, Type 1 generator, for the full range of data rates. For more information,

refer to the Department of Defense (DOD) MIL-STD-188-114A, “Electrical Characteristics of

Digital Interface Circuits.”

Recommended Standard Designations

Recommended Standard (RS) Designations is equivalent to the new designation of the Electronic

Industries Association (EIA). All references in the manual will be shown either has the EIA

designations (EIA-232, EIA-485, etc.) or the RS designations..

Trademarks

Windows is a trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.

Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.

Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual

Comments and suggestions regarding the content and design of this manual will be appreciated.

To submit comments, please contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department:

[email protected]

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European EMC Directive

In order to meet the European Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive (EN55022,

EN50082-1), properly shielded cables for DATA I/O are required. More specifically, these cables

must be shielded from end-to-end, ensuring a continuous ground shield.

The following information is applicable for the European Low Voltage Directive (EN60950):

<HAR> Type of power cord required for use in the European Community.

!

CAUTION: Double-pole/Neutral Fusing

ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter-Sicherung

International Symbols:

Alternating Current.

Fuse.

Safety Ground.

Chassis Ground.

Note: For additional symbols, refer to “Cautions and Warnings” listed earlier in this preface.

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Warranty Policy

This Comtech EF Data product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a

period of 2 years from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, Comtech EF Data will,

at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective.

For equipment under warranty, the customer is responsible for freight to Comtech EF Data and all

related custom, taxes, tariffs, insurance, etc. Comtech EF Data is responsible for the freight

charges only for return of the equipment from the factory to the customer. Comtech EF Data will

return the equipment by the same method (i.e., Air, Express, Surface) as the equipment was sent

to Comtech EF Data.

Limitations of Warranty

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper installation or

maintenance, abuse, unauthorized modification, or operation outside of environmental

specifications for the product, or, for damages that occur due to improper repackaging of

equipment for return to Comtech EF Data.

No other warranty is expressed or implied. Comtech EF Data specifically disclaims the implied

warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose.

Exclusive Remedies

The remedies provided herein are the buyer's sole and exclusive remedies. Comtech EF Data shall

not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based

on contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

Disclaimer

Comtech EF Data has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to-use

guide to your equipment. All statements, technical information, and recommendations in this

manual and in any guides or related documents are believed reliable, but the accuracy and

completeness thereof are not guaranteed or warranted, and they are not intended to be, nor should

they be understood to be, representations or warranties concerning the products described.

Further, Comtech EF Data reserves the right to make changes in the specifications of the products

described in this manual at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of

such changes.

If you have any questions regarding your equipment or the information in this manual, please

contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department.

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Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

The Ku-Band Solid-State High Power Amplifier (KPA) is designed for use in

communication systems, or in satellite up-link data systems. The KPA (Figure 1-1)

operates over the RF input frequency range of 14.0 to 14.5 GHZ.

1.2 Functional Description

The KPA is designed to be hard mounted in a standard 19-inch (48 cm) rack or cabinet,

or to be rack mounted using Comtech EF Data slide mechanisms provided with the SSPA

to allow it to be serviced without its removal from the rack. Two internally mounted

exhaust fans are mounted on the chassis for cooling. An AC power connector, with an

On/Off switch, is located on the rear on the chassis. A six-foot AC power cord is supplied

with the unit.

All operator controls, indicators, and displays for local and remote operation as well as

the RF Input and Output sample test ports are located on the front panel of the unit.

Connectors for the external interface connections are located on the rear of the unit

chassis.

The KPA (Figures 1-2, 1-3, or 1-4) consists of a chassis, power supply, fan assembly,

front panel assembly, monitor/control processor (MCP) and a Comtech EF Data solid-

state power amplifier (SSPA) module. The KPA is designed using a Comtech EF Data

low loss combining technique and an MCP based temperature versus gain compensation.

The front panel contains a user-friendly LCD menu display and cursor control key in

order to display status or change parameters. The front panel also has LEDs for quick

reference to binary status points and both input and output sample ports at –20 dBc and

–40 dBc for easy test point access.

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Each unit has the ability to function as a 1+1 or 1+2 redundancy controller in the backup

mode. The optional redundancy configuration is implemented by attaching a ganged

Waveguide/coax transfer switch (es) to input and output connectors of the amplifiers with

a combination coaxial cable and Waveguide kit.

When the backup KPA is commanded into the controller mode, it monitors the online

KPA’s for faults. A faulted online unit may be disconnected and replaced without

affecting the online power amplifier.

Figure 1-1. Family of KU-Band Solid-State Power Amplifiers

KPA-020IN

KPA-040

KPA-080

KPA-100

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Figure 1-2. Block Diagram of KPA-020IN

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Figure 1-3. Block Diagram of KPA-040

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RF INPUT

MONITOR & CONTROL

AUX. PS

& SWITCH

CONTROL

+12V

-12V

CONTROL

& MONITOR

28Vdc PS

PS #1 9Vdc

-5Vdc

Interlock

FAN2

FAN1

AC

POWER

INPUT

PS #2 9Vdc

INPUT

SAMPLE

OUTPUT

SAMPLE

POWER CONDITIONING & CONTROL

CUST.

GAIN

CTRL

TEMP.

COMP.

-5V -5V9V 9V

-5V -12V 12V

OUTPUT

POWER

DETECTOR

REFLECTED

POWER

DETECTOR

Keypad

&

Display

9V #1

9V #2

9V #1 9V #2

-5Vdc

Interlock

J1

J8

J9

J6COM1

J3

REDUND.

SWITCH

CONTROL

J7

J5

DISCRETE

CONTROL

REDUND.

LOOP

J4

J2

RF

OUTPUT

(W/G)

BLOCK DIAGRAM

Figure 1-4. Block Diagram of KPA-080 /-100

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Chapter 2. Installation

2.1 Unpacking

Perform a receiving inspection as follows:

• Inspect the shipping container for damage. The shipping container and packing

materials should be retained for possible reshipment.

• Check to determine that all parts, materials and documentation have been shipped

with the KPA. The KPA should be inspected for possible damage, and then tested for

proper operation.

• If the shipment exhibits any of the following, contact Comtech EF Data Customer

Support:

♦ Incomplete

♦ Mechanical damage

♦ Inoperable

If there is damage to the shipping container, notify the carrier. Retain all shipping

materials for inspection by the carrier.

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