Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 Operating instructions

Part Number MN/MBT4000.IOM Revision 4

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information contained in this document supersedes all previously published

information regarding this product. Product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

MBT-4000

Multi-Band Transceiver System

Installation and Operation Manual

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

MBT-4000

Multi-Band Transceiver System

Installation and Operation Manual

Part Number MN/MBT4000.IOM

Revision 4

July 2, 2009

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ER-MNMBT4000.EA4 PLM C-0024197

Errata A for MN/MBT4000.IOM Rev 4

Comtech EF Data Documentation Update

Subject:

Chapter 4, p. 4-2, Update Table 4-2, C-band frequency

Errata Part Number: ER-MNMBT4000.EA4 (Errata documents are not subject to revision.

)

PLM CO Number:

C-0024197

Comments:

See attached page(s). The new information will be included in the next released

revision of the manual.

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4.4 Block Down Converter Module (BDC-4000) Operating Parameters

The BDC-4000 translates a band-specific input frequency block (C-, X-, or Ku- or Ka-Band)

from the LNA down to L-Band (950 to 2000 MHz).

Table 4-2. BDC-4000 C-, X-, KU-, and Ka-Band Operating Parameters

Band Frequency LO Frequenc

y

Inverting

C-Band 3625 – 4200 MHz 2300 MHz No

X-Band 7250 – 7750 MHz 6300 MHz No

Ku-Band-W

(Single module

containing three LOs)

10.95 – 11.70 GHz

11.7 – 12.20 GHz

12.250 – 12.75 GHz

10.00 GHz

10.75 GHz

11.30 GHz

No

Ka-Band 20.20 – 21.20 GHz

Notes:

1. No spectral inversion, selectable inversion for inverted Block Down Converter.

2. 10 dB gain adjustment.

4.5 Monitoring Operations via the LED Indicators

The MBT-4000 Multi-Band Transceiver System features two Light-Emitting Diode (LED)

indicators – one for each operational unit (module). Each LED provides the user with visual cues

to the operational, online, and offline status of the sytem.

Figure 4-1 illustrates the location of the LED Indicators. Located on the top of the MBT-4000’s

Base Module under a pivoting protective plate, the LEDs may be viewed by loosening the

thumbscrew that keeps the plate in place; the user can then swing the plate away to reveal the

LED display window.

Appendix B. FAULTS/EVENTS provides complete details for interpreting the LED Indicators.

Figure 4-1. MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver LED Indicators

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................. III

TABLES ...................................................................................................................................... VI

FIGURES .................................................................................................................................... VI

PREFACE .................................................................................................................................. VII

About this Manual

.................................................................................................................................... vii

New in this Release ................................................................................................................................. vii

Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual .............................................................. vii

Conventions and References ................................................................................................................... viii

Cautions and Warnings .......................................................................................................................... viii

Recommended Standard Designations ................................................................................................... viii

Trademarks ............................................................................................................................................ viii

Metric Conversion ................................................................................................................................. viii

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance ............................................................................... ix

EN 55022 –1998 Compliance .................................................................................................................. ix

EN 55082-1 – 1997 Compliance .............................................................................................................. ix

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ......................................................................................... ix

Safety Compliance ...................................................................................................................................... x

EN 60950 – 1997 Compliance .................................................................................................................. x

Low Voltage Directive (LVD) .................................................................................................................. x

Warranty Policy ......................................................................................................................................... xi

Limitations of Warranty ........................................................................................................................... xi

Exclusive Remedies ................................................................................................................................ xii

Customer Support .................................................................................................................................... xiii

Online Customer Support ...................................................................................................................... xiii

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1–1

1.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 1–1

1.2 Functional Description ............................................................................................................... 1–1

1.3 Common Features ....................................................................................................................... 1–2

1.4 Options ......................................................................................................................................... 1–2

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1.5 System Overview ......................................................................................................................... 1–3

1.6 Summary of Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–4

1.6.1 Environmental & Physical .................................................................................................... 1–4

1.6.2 BUC-4000 Block Up Converter ODU .................................................................................. 1–4

1.6.3 BDC-4000 Block Down Converter ODU ............................................................................. 1–5

1.7 Dimensional Envelope ................................................................................................................ 1–6

CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION .............................................................................................. 2–1

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection .......................................................................................................... 2–1

2.2 Installation ................................................................................................................................... 2–2

2.3 Operation ..................................................................................................................................... 2–2

CHAPTER 3. EXTERNAL CONNECTORS ........................................................................... 3–1

3.1 External Connectors Overview .................................................................................................. 3–1

3.2 MBT-4000 External Connectors ................................................................................................ 3–2

3.2.1 IF Signal Side Connectors ..................................................................................................... 3–3

3.2.1.1 POWER (J1) ..................................................................................................................... 3–3

3.2.1.2 COMM (J2) ....................................................................................................................... 3–3

3.2.1.3 UNIT 1 COMM (J3) ......................................................................................................... 3–4

3.2.1.4 IF Switch (J4) .................................................................................................................... 3–5

3.2.1.5 Ext Ref (External Reference) (J5) .................................................................................... 3–5

3.2.1.6 UNIT 2 COMM (J6) ......................................................................................................... 3–6

3.2.1.7 Ground Connector ............................................................................................................. 3–7

3.2.1.8 IF IN (J4, BUC-4000 ONLY)

........................................................................................... 3–7

3.2.1.9 COMM (J6, BUC-/BDC-4000) ......................................................................................... 3–7

3.2.1.10 IF OUT (J4, BDC-4000 ONLY) ................................................................................... 3–8

3.2.2 RF Signal Side Connectors ................................................................................................... 3–8

3.2.2.1 REDUNDANT LOOP (J7) ............................................................................................... 3–8

3.2.2.2 AUX COMM 2 (J8) .......................................................................................................... 3–9

3.2.2.3 AUX COMM 1 (J9) .......................................................................................................... 3–9

3.2.2.4 RF SWITCH (J10) .......................................................................................................... 3–10

3.2.2.5 RF OUT (J5, BUC-4000 ONLY) .................................................................................... 3–10

3.2.2.6 RF IN (J5, BDC-4000 ONLY) ........................................................................................ 3–10

CHAPTER 4. SYSTEM OPERATING PARAMETERS .......................................................... 4–1

4.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 4–1

4.2 Remote Configuration, Monitoring and Control ..................................................................... 4–1

4.3 Block Up Converter Module (BUC-4000) Operating Parameters .......................................... 4–1

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4.4 Block Down Converter Module (BDC-4000) Operating Parameters ..................................... 4–2

4.5 Monitoring Operations via the LED Indicators ....................................................................... 4–2

CHAPTER 5. FLASH UPGRADING ...................................................................................... 5–1

5.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 5–1

5.2 Flash Upgrading via Internet ..................................................................................................... 5–1

5.2.1 Firmware File Transfer Procedure ........................................................................................ 5–2

5.3 Flash Upgrade Procedure ........................................................................................................... 5–3

APPENDIX A. REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................... A–1

A.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... A–1

A.2 RS-485 ......................................................................................................................................... A–1

A.3 RS-232 ......................................................................................................................................... A–2

A.4 Basic Protocol ............................................................................................................................. A–2

A.5 Packet Structure ......................................................................................................................... A–2

A.5.1 Start of Packet ...................................................................................................................... A–3

A.5.2 Target Address ..................................................................................................................... A–3

A.5.3 Address Delimiter ................................................................................................................ A–3

A.5.4 Instruction Code ................................................................................................................... A–3

A.5.5 Instruction Code Qualifier ................................................................................................... A–4

A.5.6 Optional Message Arguments .............................................................................................. A–5

A.5.7 End of Packet ....................................................................................................................... A–5

A.6 Remote Commands and Queries .............................................................................................. A–6

APPENDIX B. FAULTS/EVENTS .........................................................................................

B–1

B.1 LED Status Indicators ............................................................................................................... B–1

B.2 Faults/Events .............................................................................................................................. B–2

B.2.1 Summary Faults ................................................................................................................... B–2

B.2.2 Configurable Summary Faults ............................................................................................. B–3

B.2.3 Informational Events ............................................................................................................ B–4

APPENDIX C. REDUNDANCY CONFIGURATION / OPERATION ..................................... C–1

C.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... C–1

C.2 Single-Base Redundancy Operation ......................................................................................... C–1

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C.3 Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Operation ............................................................................. C–2

C.4 External Fault Monitoring ........................................................................................................ C–3

C.5 LNA Power Supply Current Monitoring ................................................................................. C–3

C.6 Gain Equalization of Redundant Units .................................................................................... C–4

C.7 Operational Configuration Commands ................................................................................... C–4

Tables

Table 3-1. MBT-4000 External Connectors ............................................................................................ 3–2

Table 3-2. POWER (J1) Pin Connections ................................................................................................. 3–3

Table 3-3. COMM (J2) Connector Pinouts ............................................................................................... 3–3

Table 3-4. UNIT 1 COMM (J3) Connector Pinouts ................................................................................. 3–4

Table 3-5. IF Switch (J4) Connector Pinouts ............................................................................................ 3–5

Table 3-6. UNIT 2 COMM (J6) Connector Pinouts ................................................................................. 3–6

Table 3-7. UNIT 2 COMM (J6) Connector Pinouts ................................................................................. 3–7

Table 3-8. REDUNDANT LOOP (J7) Connector Pinouts ....................................................................... 3–8

Table 3-9. AUX COMM 2 (J8) Connector Pinouts .................................................................................. 3–9

Table 3-10. AUX COMM 1 (J9) Connector Pinouts ................................................................................ 3–9

Table 3-11. RF Switch (J10) Connector Pinouts .................................................................................... 3–10

Table 4-1. BUC-4000 C-, X-, Ku-, and Ka-Band Operating Parameters ................................................. 4–1

Table 4-2. BDC-4000 C-, X-, KU-, and Ka-Band Operating Parameters ................................................. 4–2

Table B-1. MBT-4000 Summary Faults .................................................................................................. B–2

Table B-2. BDC-4000/BUC-4000 Summary Faults ................................................................................ B–2

Table B-3. MBT-4000 Configurable Summary Faults ............................................................................ B–3

Table B-4. BDC-4000 Configurable Summary Faults ............................................................................. B–4

Table B-5. MBT-4000 Informational Events ........................................................................................... B–4

Table B-6. BDC-4000/BUC-4000 Informational Events ......................................................................... B–4

Figures

Figure 1-1. Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver ..................................................... 1–1

Figure 1-2. MBT-4000 Operational Schematic ........................................................................................ 1–2

Figure 1-3. Operational Diagram for Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Option ........................................ 1–3

Figure 1-4. MBT-4000 Dimensional Envelope ........................................................................................ 1–6

Figure 3-1. MBT-4000 External Connectors ............................................................................................ 3–1

Figure 3-2. Unit 1 Base Module to Converter Module Connection .......................................................... 3–4

Figure 3-3. Unit 2 Base Module to Converter Module Connection .......................................................... 3–6

Figure 4-1. MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver LED Indicators ......................................................... 4–2

Figure 5-1. Flash Update via Internet ....................................................................................................... 5–1

Figure B-1. MBT-4000 LED Indicators .................................................................................................. B–1

Figure B-2. Faulted System Example ...................................................................................................... B–2

Figure C-1. Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Operation .......................................................................... C–2

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PREFACE

About this Manual

This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data MBT-4000

Multi-Band Transceiver System. This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers,

technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the MBT-4000.

Comtech EF Data has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order to provide 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, contact the

Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department.

New in this Release

• This manual (CEFD P/N MN/MBT4000.IOM) has been revised in its entirety to comply with

current Comtech EF Data Technical Publications standards and practices.

• All Errata and/or Addenda content generated since publication of the previous revision

(MN/MBT4000.IOM Rev 3, released June 3, 2005) has been incorporated into this revision.

• The Flash Upgrade procedure outlined in Chapter 5 serves to supersede CEFD Application

Note P/N AN/MBT4000 (released June 22, 2006) in its entirety.

Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual

Comments and suggestions regarding the content and design of this manual are appreciated. To

submit comments, please contact the Comtech EF Data Technical Publications Department:

[email protected]

.

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Conventions and References

Cautions and Warnings

IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT or NOTE indicates information critical for proper equipment function.

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.

Recommended Standard Designations

Recommended Standard (RS) Designations have been superseded by the new designation of the

Electronic Industries Association (EIA). References to the old designations are shown only when

depicting actual text displayed on the screen of the unit (RS-232, RS-485, etc.). All other references

in the manual will be shown with the EIA designations.

Trademarks

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

their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.

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.

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference that

requires the user to take adequate protection measures.

EN 55022 –1998 Compliance

This equipment meets the radio disturbance characteristic specifications for information

technology equipment as defined per EN 55022 1998.

EN 55082-1 – 1997 Compliance

This equipment meets the EMC/generic immunity standard as defined per EN 55082-1 1997.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used

in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful

interference; in which case, users are required to correct the interference at their own expense.

NOTE

To ensure compliance, properly shielded cables for DATA I/O shall be used.

More specifically, these cables shall be shielded from end to end, ensuring a

continuous shield.

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Safety Compliance

EN 60950 – 1997 Compliance

Applicable testing is routinely performed as a condition of manufacturing on all units to ensure

compliance with safety requirements of the European Union Low Voltage Directive (EN 60950).

This equipment meets the Safety of Information Technology Equipment specification as defined in

EN 60950.

Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

The following information is applicable for EN 60950:

<HAR>

Type of power cord required for use in the European Union.

!

CAUTION: Double-pole/Neutral Fusing

ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter-Sicherung

International Symbols:

Symbol Definition Symbol Definition

~

Alternating Current

Protective Earth /

Safety Ground

Fuse

Chassis Ground

NOTE

For additional symbols, refer to Cautions and Warnings listed earlier in this

Preface.

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Warranty Policy

Comtech EF Data products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a

specific period from the date of shipment, and this period varies by product. In most cases, the

warranty period is two years. During the warranty period, Comtech EF Data will, at its option,

repair or replace products that prove to be defective. Repairs are warranted for the remainder of

the original warranty or a 90 day extended warranty, whichever is longer. Contact Comtech EF

Data for the warranty period specific to the product purchased.

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

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

only for return of the equipment from the factory to the owner. 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.

All equipment returned for warranty repair must have a valid RMA number issued prior to return

and be marked clearly on the return packaging. Comtech EF Data strongly recommends all

equipment be returned in its original packaging.

Comtech EF Data Corporation’s obligations under this warranty are limited to repair or

replacement of failed parts, and the return shipment to the buyer of the repaired or replaced parts.

Limitations of Warranty

The warranty does not apply to any part of a product that has been installed, altered, repaired, or

misused in any way that, in the opinion of Comtech EF Data Corporation, would affect the

reliability or detracts from the performance of any part of the product, or is damaged as the result

of use in a way or with equipment that had not been previously approved by Comtech EF Data

Corporation.

The warranty does not apply to any product or parts thereof where the serial number or the serial

number of any of its parts has been altered, defaced, or removed.

The warranty does not cover damage or loss incurred in transportation of the product.

The warranty does not cover replacement or repair necessitated by loss or damage from any cause

beyond the control of Comtech EF Data Corporation, such as lightning or other natural and

weather related events or wartime environments.

The warranty does not cover any labor involved in the removal and or reinstallation of warranted

equipment or parts on site, or any labor required to diagnose the necessity for repair or

replacement.

The warranty excludes any responsibility by Comtech EF Data Corporation for incidental or

consequential damages arising from the use of the equipment or products, or for any inability to use

them either separate from or in combination with any other equipment or products.

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A fixed charge established for each product will be imposed for all equipment returned for

warranty repair where Comtech EF Data Corporation cannot identify the cause of the reported

failure.

Exclusive Remedies

Comtech EF Data Corporation’s warranty, as stated is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed,

implied, or statutory, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The buyer

shall pass on to any purchaser, lessee, or other user of Comtech EF Data Corporation’s products, the

aforementioned warranty, and shall indemnify and hold harmless Comtech EF Data Corporation from

any claims or liability of such purchaser, lessee, or user based upon allegations that the buyer, its

agents, or employees have made additional warranties or representations as to product preference or

use.

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.

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Customer Support

Contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department for:

• Product support or training

• Reporting comments or suggestions concerning manuals

• Information on upgrading or returning a product

A Customer Support representative may be reached at:

Comtech EF Data

Attention: Customer Support Department

2114 West 7th Street

Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA

480.333.2200 (Main Comtech EF Data number)

480.333.4357 (Customer Support Desk)

480.333.2161 FAX

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

replacement:

• Contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department. Be prepared to supply the

Customer Support representative with the model number, serial number, and a description

of the problem.

• Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the Comtech EF Data

Customer Support representative.

• Pack the product in its original shipping carton/packaging to ensure that the product is not

damaged during shipping.

• Ship the product back to Comtech EF Data. (Shipping charges should be prepaid.)

Online Customer Support

An RMA number request can be requested electronically by contacting the Customer Support

Department through the online support page at

www.comtechefdata.com/support.asp:

• Click on “Service” for detailed instructions on our return procedures.

• Click on the “RMA Request Form” hyperlink, then fill out the form completely before

sending.

• Send e-mail to the Customer Support Department at [email protected].

For information regarding this product’s warranty policy, refer to the Warranty Policy, p. xii.

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Notes:

1–1

Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Overview

Comtech EF Data’s MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver, shown in Figure 1-1, is designed to

perform C-, X-, or Ku-Band RF to L-Band down conversion and L-Band to C-, X-, or Ku- or Ka-

Band RF up conversion.

Figure 1-1. Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 Multi-Band RF Transceiver

1.2 Functional Description

The MBT-4000 is designed to perform the following functions:

• C-, X-, or Ku-Band RF to L-Band down conversion

• L-Band to C-, X-, or Ku-Band RF up conversion

• RF Band switching in minimal time without requiring tools

• Easy expansion for providing a redundant system or other frequency bands

• Automatic band identification for the Block Up converter (BUC), Block Down Converter

(BDC), and antenna feed (if the feeds provide an identifying connector)

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From

Modem

To

Modem

70 MHz

To C-Band HPA

From C-Band LNA

M&C

IF In

Ref In

IF Out

IF In

RF Out

RF In

M&C

Ref In

IF Out

L-Band

Splitter

LBC-4000

IDU

70 MHz

To

Modem

To

Modem

70 MHz

L-Band

5 MHz

RS-485

5 MHz

BUC-4000C

BDC-4000C

Multi-Band Transceiver

RF Out

RF IN

• System status verification via LEDs located behind a removable cover

• Flexible configuration:

 2 Ups

 2 Downs

 1Up / 1 Down

Figure 1-2 d

epicts the operation schematic for a typical MBT-4000 application.

Figure 1-2. MBT-4000 Operational Schematic

1.3 Common Features

• Meets or exceeds MIL-STD-188-164A

• Low phase noise

• Auto band sensing capability

• Functions in 1 MHz step sizes

1.4 Options

• Functions in 1 kHz step sizes

• Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Operation (see Figure 1-3)

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