Kathrein MSK 130 Instructions For Use Manual

Instructions for Use MSK130

English

You will ﬁnd an English version of this

document at www.kathrein.com

IMPORTANT

Read carefully

before use!

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Contents

1 Preface ................................................................................. 6

2 Validity of Manual .................................................................6

3 Intended Use ........................................................................6

4 Explanation of Symbols and Signal Words .............................8

4.1 Symbols .............................................................................................................. 8

4.2 Signal Words ...................................................................................................... 8

4.3 Other Symbols ................................................................................................... 8

4.4 Presentation of Operating Instructions ........................................................... 9

5 Safety Instructions ...............................................................9

6 Important Information on the Battery .................................10

6.1 General Information ........................................................................................ 10

6.2 Charging the Battery ....................................................................................... 10

6.3 Replacing the Battery ..................................................................................... 10

7 Transport and Storage ........................................................11

8 Unpacking the Device .........................................................11

9 Scope of Delivery ................................................................11

9.1 Optional Accessories ...................................................................................... 11

10 Abbreviations and Technical Terms ....................................12

11 Device Description .............................................................14

11.1 Front Panel ....................................................................................................... 14

11.2 Plan View .......................................................................................................... 16

11.3 Right and Left Panels ...................................................................................... 17

12 Operating the Signal Meter .................................................18

12.1 Turning the Device on and off ........................................................................ 18

12.2 Locking the Keyboard and Touch Screen ..................................................... 18

12.3 Resetting the Device ....................................................................................... 18

12.4 Updating Firmware and Channel Plans ......................................................... 18

12.5 Resetting the Device to Factory Settings ..................................................... 18

12.6 Reading the LED Display ................................................................................ 19

12.7 Touch Screen Display Area ............................................................................. 20

12.8 Changing a Setting Value Using the Navigation Wheel ............................... 20

12.9 Changing a Setting Value Using the Navigation Wheel and the Drop-down

Menu ................................................................................................................. 21

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12.10 Changing the Frequency Value Using the Numeric Field ............................ 21

13 Changing Basic Parameters ................................................23

13.1 Changing Volume ............................................................................................ 23

13.2 Changing Brightness ....................................................................................... 23

13.3 VIDEO OUT ....................................................................................................... 24

13.4 Displaying an Analogue Video Signal ............................................................ 24

13.5 Changing the Image Format ........................................................................... 25

13.6 ASI IN ................................................................................................................ 25

13.7 Changing the RF IN Setting ............................................................................ 25

13.8 Changing the LTE Filter Setting ..................................................................... 25

13.9 Activating and Deactivating Power Saving Mode ........................................ 25

14 Conﬁguration Menu ............................................................26

14.1 Editing Meter Conﬁguration ........................................................................... 26

14.2 Editing TV Conﬁguration ................................................................................. 30

14.3 Editing SAT Conﬁguration .............................................................................. 33

14.4 Editing CATV Conﬁguration ............................................................................ 35

14.5 Displaying Meter Info ...................................................................................... 36

14.6 SAT & TV Threshold ........................................................................................ 36

14.7 IPTV Conﬁguration (only MSK130/IA and MSK130/OIA) ............................ 37

14.8 Common Interface........................................................................................... 39

14.9 Diagnostic ........................................................................................................ 39

15 Main Menu ..........................................................................40

16 Measuring SAT, TV, CATV and Optical Signals ....................41

16.1 General Information ........................................................................................ 41

16.1.1 Selecting Signal Type ........................................................................................ 41

16.1.2 Activating and Deactivating Full Screen Mode ................................................. 41

16.1.3 Selecting the Sound Mode ................................................................................ 41

16.2 Performing SAT Measurements ..................................................................... 42

16.3 Performing Digital TV Measurements ........................................................... 46

16.4 Performing Analogue TV Measurements ...................................................... 51

16.5 Performing Cable Measurements .................................................................. 52

16.6 Performing Optical Measurements (Optional) .............................................. 53

16.6.1 Safety Instructions ............................................................................................. 53

16.6.2 Performing Optical Measurements .................................................................... 54

16.6.3 OMI Measurement ............................................................................................. 55

16.7 Performing Spectrum Analysis ...................................................................... 56

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17 MPEG Services ...................................................................60

17.1 Decoding the Signal Content ......................................................................... 60

17.2 Streaming the Content over IP and USB ....................................................... 62

17.3 Performing LTE Interference Analysis ........................................................... 63

18 Performing ASI IP Measurements (Optional) .......................64

18.1 Performing ASI Analysis ................................................................................. 64

18.1.1 Performing ASI Analysis of Signals Fed over the RF Input ............................... 64

18.1.2 Performing ASI Analysis of Signals Fed over the ASI Input .............................. 66

18.1.3 Performing ASI Analysis of Optical Signals ....................................................... 67

18.2 Performing IPTV Analysis ............................................................................... 67

19 Using Memory Functions ....................................................68

19.1 Memory Menu .................................................................................................. 68

19.2 Automemory (Only TV and CATV) .................................................................. 69

19.3 Datalogger Functions ...................................................................................... 70

19.3.1 Save Datalogger ................................................................................................ 70

1.1.1 Recalling Data Logger ....................................................................................... 73

1.1.2 Manual Memory ................................................................................................. 73

1.1.3 File Manager ...................................................................................................... 75

19.3.2 Copying Memory Plans ..................................................................................... 76

20 Special Functions ...............................................................76

20.1 SAT Special Functions .................................................................................... 76

20.1.1 SAT SCR ............................................................................................................ 77

20.1.2 DUAL LNB ......................................................................................................... 77

20.1.3 DiSEqC Motor ................................................................................................... 78

20.1.4 SAT Finder ......................................................................................................... 79

20.1.5 Buzzer and Noise Margin .................................................................................. 79

20.1.6 Attenuation Test ................................................................................................. 80

20.1.7 SAT Point ........................................................................................................... 80

20.2 TV and CATV Special Functions ..................................................................... 81

20.2.1 Attenuation Test (TV) ......................................................................................... 81

20.2.2 Leakage (CATV) ................................................................................................. 82

20.2.3 Ingress Measurement (CATV) ............................................................................ 83

21 Remote Controlling the Meter (Optional).............................84

21.1 Activating the Remote Controlling of the Meter ........................................... 84

21.2 Activating the Watchdog................................................................................. 85

21.3 Deactivating the Remote Control .................................................................. 86

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21.4 Changing Settings ........................................................................................... 86

21.5 Deﬁning Measurement and Logger Settings ................................................ 86

21.5.1 Entering Measurement Settings ........................................................................ 86

21.5.2 Deﬁning Logger Settings ................................................................................... 87

21.6 Performing the Measurement ........................................................................ 88

21.7 Performing Spectrum Analysis ...................................................................... 88

21.8 Performing ASI Analysis ................................................................................. 89

21.8.1 Performing HF and ASI Analysis ....................................................................... 89

21.8.2 Performing IPTV Analysis .................................................................................. 90

21.9 Activating Data Logger ................................................................................... 92

21.9.1 Activating Data Logger ...................................................................................... 92

21.10 Using Memory Functions ................................................................................ 93

21.10.1 Recalling a Memory Plan from the Meter .......................................................... 93

21.10.2 Recalling Data Logger ....................................................................................... 93

22 Technical Data ....................................................................94

23 Service ...............................................................................96

24 Cleaning .............................................................................97

25 Disposal .............................................................................98

Preface

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1 Preface

Dear customer,

Please follow all the information given in this manual. KATHREIN-Werke KG has made

every effort to ensure the information and descriptions are correct and complete.

We reserve the right to make changes to this manual without prior notice. In particular, this

applies to changes made due to technical advancements.

We are always grateful to receive your comments and suggestions for improvement.

Prior written consent from KATHREIN-Werke KG is required for publishing, copying,

reprinting or electronically reproducing this manual or parts thereof. All product names

and trademarks in this manual are the property of the respective companies.

► For the latest software version, go to www.kathrein.com▶ Solutions ▶ Satellite Recep-

tion▶Products▶Measuring Instruments ▶ Signal Meters ▶ Product page of your

signal meter model▶ Downloads .

2 Validity of Manual

This manual applies to the signal meters:

MSK 130 BN 21710045 MSK130/IA BN 21710053

MSK130/O BN 21710046 MSK130/OIA BN 21710054

The instructions used in this manual are important for operating the MSK 130 and must be

observed under all circumstances. The functions of the MSK 130 described in these oper-

ating instructions are not available for every device version due to the different hardware

versions of the device.

3 Intended Use

The MSK 130 is a portable multi-standard selective signal meter designed for DVB-S/S2,

DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, analogue TV and FM radio including the return path. In addition, the

MSK130/IA and MSK130/OIA are able to measure IPTV signals. The MSK 130/O and

MSK 130/OIA feature an additional optical measuring input, which can also be retroﬁtted

in the MSK 130.

The unit is equipped with a high-quality 9" TFT colour touch screen which enables ana-

logue and digital video display in MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 in the highest quality. The inte-

grated CI interface also makes it possible to display coded transmitters. Measurement

results can be saved on a USB stick.

The signal meter can be used for testing antenna and cable systems as well as profes-

sional head ends. The device is suitable for use in the lab and for monitoring headends

with remote control, as well as for acceptance measurements on antenna and distribution

systems.

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<Features:

● Level measurement of analogue and digital TV signals (DVB-S/S2, DVB-C, DVB-H/T/

T2, TV, FM) including the return path

● Video display of analogue and digital TV signals

● BER/MER measurement and display

● Constellation diagram display

● 9" touch TFT colour display (800 x 480 pixels), splash-proof

● Spectrum analysis

● Sat-ﬁnder function (Sat expert)

● Acoustic signal tone for antenna alignment

● Level display can be selected in dBμV, dBmV or dBm

● Automatic measuring range selection

● Direct frequency and channel input

● Measurement and display of the remote feed current

● Audio carrier measurement (TV)

● Audio check via built-in loudspeaker

● Stereo headphone socket

● Return path measurement

● DiSEqC

TM

1.2 control signal

● SCR/SCD2 single cable system control commands

● IP test: Ping test

● Data rate measurement of services in the DVB transport stream

● Memory for signal meter settings

● Memory for measured values (readout via USB possible)

● Data Logger function

● Interface for software updates

● TV output: HDMI and analogue audio-video in/out

● IPTV/ASI measurement

● Mains or battery operation

Explanation of Symbols and Signal Words

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4 Explanation of Symbols and Signal Words

4.1 Symbols

General warning sign

Risk of material damage or malfunctions

4.2 Signal Words

Notice This signal word indicates a hazard which can lead to damage to property

or malfunction.

Tip

This signal word indicates useful tips and recommendations.

4.3 Other Symbols

Symbol Meaning

►

Operating instruction

1, 2, 3...n Operating instructions in a ﬁxed order

➯

Result of an operating instruction

✔

Condition for the execution of an operating instruction

●

List/list entry

Instrument Buttons in the S.M.A.R.T. interface

Logger Buttons and menu items in the signal meter

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4.4 Presentation of Operating Instructions

The operating instructions in this document are shown either in the short form or the long

form.

Short form

Step 1▶ Step2 ▶ Step3 ▶...

Example: VOL CONFIG▶ CONFIGURATION MENU▶ METER

Long form

Step1 Example: 1. Press VOL CONFIG.

Step2 2. Tap CONFIGURATION MENU .

Step3 3. Tap METER .

5 Safety Instructions

CAUTION

Danger of choking of small parts and packaging material!

► Keep and operate the unit out of reach of children.

WARNING

Danger to life due to electric shock!

► Ensure that the unit is operated only by trained specialist personnel.

► Pay attention to the safety instructions and important information about

the operation, installation location and connection of the unit supplied

with the signal meter.

► Read these instructions carefully before setting up the device.

CAUTION

Fire hazard due to a damaged connecting cable!

► Keep the connecting cable and the power supply unit out of reach of

domestic animals and rodents.

NOTICE

Risk of damage to property due to overheating!

► Do not cover the cooling openings on the device.

► Maintain a minimum clearance of 5 cm to all sides.

► Use the device only with the supplied power supply unit.

Tip

Keep these instructions and the Safety Instructions for further reference, and

if the unit passes to another owner, pass them on to the new owner.

Important Information on the Battery

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6 Important Information on the Battery

6.1 General Information

The provided battery is a lithium polymer battery of the highest quality. The battery life is

between 6 and 10 hours, depending on the following conditions:

● LNB power consumption: Single, dual or quad LNB

● Outdoor temperature: At temperatures below 10 °C the battery performance is

reduced by 20 %.

● Age of the battery: The capacity of the battery is annually reduced by 10 %.

Tip

If the meter has been exposed to particularly low or high temperatures, allow

it to rest at room temperature before use.

6.2 Charging the Battery

► Always turn the MSK 130 off before connecting the battery charger.

► Do not leave the battery uncharged over a longer period of time.

► Always charge the battery for at least 7 hours, even if it is not completely discharged.

The battery status has a tolerance of ±20 % and depends on the battery charge condi-

tion and ageing process as well as on the outdoor temperature. The following icons in the

bottom left corner of the touch screen provide information about the battery charge condi-

tion:

6.3 Replacing the Battery

NOTICE

Risk of damage to property due to overheating!

► Do not damage or open the battery or subject it to any improper use.

► Use only rechargeable batteries which have been tested and approved

for the unit.

► Make sure that the rechargeable batteries are replaced only by the

Kathrein staff.

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7 Transport and Storage

► Transport and store the device in its original case.

► Protect the device against dust, dirt, moisture and direct sunlight.

► Transport and store the device only in the permitted temperature range between -25

and 70°C. Make sure there is no water condensation build-up.

8 Unpacking the Device

► Before unpacking the unit, inspect the outer packaging for shipping damage.

► If the carton shows damage, inspect the unit in those areas.

9 Scope of Delivery

● 1 MSK 130 signal meter

● 1 AC power unit

● Original transport case

● Accessory bag

● 1 carrying strap

● RF connector set

● RF measurement cable

● Video cable

● DiSEqC2.2 as a 2-way switch

● Instructions for Use

● USB ﬂash drive

● USB cable

● Car adapter

● Safety Instructions

● Declaration of Conformity

9.1 Optional Accessories

● Optional (MSK 130/O): FC/Clik! adapter cable

● Optical adapter set

Abbreviations and Technical Terms

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10 Abbreviations and Technical Terms

APID (Audio Packet Identiﬁer) Audio reception parameters in the MPEG data

stream

aBER (Bit Error Rate after Viterbi) Ratio of the transmitted bits to the erroneous

bits after Reed Solomon (Viterbi)

BCH (Bose Chaudhuri Hocquenghem) external error protection decoder

BER (Bit Error Rate) The bit error rate shows the quality of the DVB signals. It

displays the number of erroneous bits in relation to all the transmitted bits.

bBER/CBER (Bit Error Rate before Viterbi) Ratio of the received bits relative to bits that

have errors before Reed Solomon (Viterbi)

CBR (Constant Bit Rate) is used for MPTS measurements, cf. VBR

C/N (Carrier to Noise) Difference between the carrier signal and noise level in

dB; see also S/N

EVM (Error Vector Magnitude) Measures deviation of the transmitted symbols

to the ideal constellation, measured in dB.

FEC Forward Error Correction (Forward Error Correction), e.g. in case of the

code rate ¾, ¾ of the information is user data, ¼ of the data come from

the Viterbi correction.

Guard Interval Guard interval by extending the symbol through a gap. Due to this, good

reception is possible even in case of strong reﬂections.

LCN (Logical Channel Numbering) Logical channel sorting performed by the

provider

LDPC (Low Density Parity Check) A new error protection method applied in

DBV-S2 (Gallager codes). Inner error protection; code rates from ½ to

9

/

10

MER MER (Modulation Error Rate) is the ratio of the average signal power to

the average error power in dB. It is a kind of a C/N measurement which

gives information whether the receiver is able to demodulate the received

signal.

MPTS Multiple Program Transport Stream

NID (Network Identiﬁcation) Network ID or channel identiﬁcation number

between 0 and 8191

NIT (Network Information Table) contains, for example, information about all

available transponders, PIDs, downlink frequency, polarisation, next tran-

sponder for the scan; transmitted in the multiplexer transport stream

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NsMargin (Noise Margin) Signal to Noise Ratio margin

OMI Optical modulation index

PER The Packet Error Ratio (Packet Error Ratio) displays the number of incor-

rectly received data packets relative to the total number of transmitted

packets (after Viterbi) .

QEF (Quasi Error Free) Bit error rate equals 2.00e-4

Noise level Sum of noise factor and thermal noise ﬂoors. Noise is created by physi-

cally caused molecular motion in electrical conductors.

RMS (Root Mean Square) Method of a square mean value determination

S/N (Signal to Noise) Difference between the wanted signal and the noise level

in dB; S/N≈C/N + 1,5; see also C/N

SPTS Single Program Transport Stream.

TSID (Transport Stream ID) Transponder/multiplex ID

VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is used for MPTS measurements, cf.CBR

VPID (Video Packet Identiﬁer) Video reception parameters in the MPEG data

stream

Device Description

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11 Device Description

11.1 Front Panel

1

2

3

4

6

5

14

7

910

11

12

13

8

No. Name Function

①

Touch screen displays signals and enables operation

②

Rotary wheel navigates between menu items and conﬁrms a selection

③

SAT opens the measurement range of SAT signals

④

TV opens the measurement range of TV signals

⑤

CATV opens the measurement range of CATV signals

⑥

DISCOVERY shows a bar chart of the available channels in the TV and CATV

mode

⑦

SCREENSHOT takes a screenshot of the current display image

(condition: an external USB device is connected to the signal

meter)

⑧

VOL CONFIG sets up volume and other settings

⑨

DC RF In LED is on if there is a DC offset in the SAT signal

⑩

CHARGE LED is on when the meter is being charged; see also Reading the

LED Display, p.19

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No. Name Function

⑪

PLAN activates SAT, TV and CATV channel lists

⑫

MAINS LED is on when the meter is turned on or connected to the mains;

see also 12.6 Reading the LED Display, p.19

⑬

ON/OFF

HOME

turns the meter on and off and navigates to the main menu

⑭

SPECT activates the spectrum analyser mode

To operate the signal meter, use the buttons (

③-⑧, ⑪, ⑬ and ⑭), the navigation wheel

(

②) and the touch screen (①) .

Device Description

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11.2 Plan View

321 4

6

7 8

5

No. Name Function

①

RF SAT/TV input connects the RF SAT/TV input plug 930–2250MHz

connects the TV/CATV input plug 4–1010MHz

②

Optical In (optional, only

MSK130/O/OIA)

connects the optical 75 Ω F-connector; a special

optical measurement interface is available in the

MSK 130/O/OIA main menu

③

DC RF In activates/deactivates the remote feed voltage

④

ASI interface (optional, only

MSK130/IA/OIA)

transmits MPEG transport streams

⑤

Audio Video In Out

(analogue)

provides to or gets from the meter composite audio

and video stereo signals

You can ﬁnd the suitable cable in the

accessories bag delivered with the

meter.

On one end, the cable has standard A/V

Cinch connectors, while on the other

end there are jack connectors as shown

in the picture on the left.

⑥

USB A/B connection ● connects to a PC for software upgrades or data

upload/download via the S.M.A.R.T. software

● connects external USB drives suitable for Logger,

Test Drive and ASI Analysis data storage

⑦

Common Interface/CA connects a CAM module (Conditional Access

Module)

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⑧

HDMI output connects an external monitor or TV

The meter detects automatically when a screen is

connected and switches the display from the embed-

ded touch screen to the external monitor.

11.3 Right and Left Panels

1 2

3

4

5

6

No. Name Function

①

LAN Ethernet connection

The MSK130 is equipped with a standard 10/100

Base-T Ethernet connector supporting both DHCP

and static IP conﬁgurations. Through the IP inter-

face it is possible to stream one elementary stream

selected among the services decoded in the cur-

rent signal.

②

IPTV port (optional, only

MSK130/IA/OIA)

connects IPTV signals

③

Loudspeaker reproduces sound

④

Cooling fan

⑤

Power supply connects an external power supply (12 Volt DC)

⑤

Cooling opening

Operating the Signal Meter

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12 Operating the Signal Meter

12.1 Turning the Device on and off

Turn on the signal meter.

► Press ON/OFF HOME .

➯ The meter turns on and is ready for operation within seconds.

Turning off the Signal Meter

► Press ON/OFF HOME for 2 seconds.

➯ The meter turns off within seconds.

12.2 Locking the Keyboard and Touch Screen

Locking the Keyboard and Touch Screen

► Press VOL CONFIG for 5 seconds.

➯ The keyboard and the touch screen are locked.

Unlocking the Keyboard and Touch Screen

► Press ON/OFF HOME .

➯ The keyboard and the touch screen are unlocked.

12.3 Resetting the Device

✔ The meter does not respond.

► Press ON/OFF HOME .

➯ A reset is being carried out. The meter restarts automatically.

12.4 Updating Firmware and Channel Plans

You can ﬁnd information about the ﬁrmware and channel plans update performed via the

S.M.A.R.T. Software in the S.M.A.R.T. Software manual at www.kathrein.com ▶ Solutions

▶ Satellite Reception▶Products▶Measuring Instruments▶ Signal Meters ▶ product page

of your signal meter model ▶ Manuals.

12.5 Resetting the Device to Factory Settings

The signal meter is delivered with a standard conﬁguration (factory setting) for the system

and plan/measurement parameters. To reset the meter to factory settings:

1. Turn the meter off.

2. Turn the meter on and immediately after this, press VOL CONFIG for 10 seconds.

➯ When you turn the meter on again, a red square appears in the bottom right corner.

The meter is restored to factory settings.

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12.6 Reading the LED Display

Signal

Meter

Power

supply unit

is con-

nected

LED

Meaning

MAINS CHARGE

off no off off Battery is charged.

on no off off Battery operation

off no off ﬂashing

2 seconds

off

0.5 sec-

onds on

The meter does not turn on.

► Charge the battery.

off yes on ﬂashing

0.5 sec-

onds off

0.5 sec-

onds on

Abnormal battery temperature;

the recharge cycle has been

suspended and will automati-

cally reset.

off yes on on Fast charging of battery

off yes on off Battery charge complete

off Other than

Kathrein

power supply

unit is used.

ﬂashing

0.5 sec-

onds off

0.5 sec-

onds on

off The meter does not turn on.

► Check the power supply

unit.

ON/OFF

HOME on

yes or no on off The measuring instrument is

being turned on.

on yes or no Flashing simultaneously

0.5 seconds off, 0.5 sec-

onds on

The meter has detected an

error and turns off automati-

cally.

on yes Flashing alternatively

1 second off, 1 second

on

A battery test is being carried

out. The meter charges and

discharges the battery auto-

matically.

Operating the Signal Meter

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12.7 Touch Screen Display Area

1

2

3

4

5

①

Setting parameters and

values

②

Image display

③

Context-sensitive menu

④

Transport stream information

⑤

Measurements

Tip

Use the main menu on the touch screen or the buttons to call up the following

functions:

● SAT

● TV

● CATV

● SPECT

● PLAN

● DISCOVERY

● VOL CONFIG

● SCREENSHOT

12.8 Changing a Setting Value Using

the Navigation Wheel

1. Press the navigation wheel to activate the line with setting param-

eters.

➯ A setting parameter is active (marked in orange).

2. Rotate the navigation wheel to select the desired setting parameter.

3. Press the navigation wheel to go to a setting value.

➯ A setting value is active (marked in orange).

4. Rotate the navigation wheel to change the setting value.

➯ The setting value changes.

5. Press the navigation wheel to conﬁrm the selection.

➯ The new setting value is saved.

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