Getting Started
1.1
Scope of this Manual
1.1.1
Who Should Use This Manual
This manual is intended for operators/users of the SBM75e of Network L-Band and 70/140 MHz
Satellite Modulators to assist in the installation, operation, fault-finding and maintenance of the
equipment. Throughout this manual, this product is referred to as the ‘SBM75e Modulator ’.
WARNING
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVERS OF THIS EQUIPMENT. HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT WITHIN
THIS EQUIPMENT AND MAY BE EXPOSED IF THE COVERS ARE REMOVED. ONLY ADVANTECH AMT
TRAINED PERSONNEL AND APPROVED SERVICE ENGINEERS ARE PERMITED TO SERVICE THIS
EQUIPMENT.
Caution
Unauthorised maintenance or the use of non-approved replacements may affect the equipment
specification and invalidate any warranties.
This Installation and Operation Manual does not include any procedures which require the
removal of any equipment covers.
1.1.2
Version Information
This manual has been written to cover Software Version 1.0.7 and later.
1.1.3
Equipment Covered by this Manual
This manual covers the SBM75e L-Band Satellite Modulator (16” unit) and the L-Band and
70/140 MHz Satellite Modulator (20” unit).
1.1.4
RF/IF Interface Options
The SBM75e Modulator is provided with the following outputs:
L-Band (950 – 2000 MHz)
IF (70/140 MHz)
1.1.4.1
Modulator L Band Output
The L-Band output signal is presented on the rear panel of the Modulator (BNC female, 50
Ω
). If
the Modulator has been ordered with the BUC power option then the DC voltage is switched
onto the inner conductor of this connector. When installing the Modulator to the system, BUC
power should be turned off.
1.1.4.2
Modulator IF Output
The IF output signal is presented on the rear panel of the Modulator (BNC female, 50
Ω
).
Caution
With BUC power enabled, there is a potentially damaging DC voltage applied to the
Modulator output. When connecting test equipment, or a local Modulator (or any DC
coupled devices), always use appropriate DC blocks, and disable BUC powering.
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Summary of Contents for L-Band Satellite Modulator
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