SkyEdgeII Modem
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4.
Operation
4.1.
Functional Overview
When properly connected and configured the ComTech modem becomes fully integrated into the AAQ Controller’s
satellite acquisition process. During Acquisition, the modem will act as a signal source and exchange information with
the AAQ. The modem will be used as a Scan Source to locate the desired target and as a Signal Source to Coarse and
Fine Peak on the target following the initial scan
4.2.
Sensor Output
Figure 7 – Sensor Output
Item
Description
SkyEdgeII Detected Noise
Noise level as reported by the AAQ
SkyEdgeII Min Lock Signal
Signal Level required for the modem to declare lock. *For future use
SkyEdgeII Min Valid Signal
Signal Level required from modem for AAQ to be able to peak. *For
future use
SkyEdgeII Rx Lock
Flag indicating that the modem is locked on carrier.
SkyEdgeII Rx Signal
This is the Downlink SNR reported by the modem.
SkyEdgeII Signal Average
This is the average signal as read from AAQ
SkyEdgeII Signal Gradient
Mathematical approximation of signal change over time in coordination
with “SkyEdgeII Gradient Sample Time” Config. Item as read from AAQ.
