Comtech EF Data LNA Series, CLNA, KLNA Installation And Operation Manual
LNA
Low-Noise Amplifier Series
Installation and Operation Manual
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.
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LNA
Low Noise Amplifier Series
Installation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN/LNAS.IOM
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December 14, 2005
Copyright © Comtech EF Data, 2004. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.
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replacement:
• Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from 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.
• To ensure that the product is not damaged during shipping, pack the product in its
original shipping carton/packaging.
• Ship the product back to Comtech EF Data. (Shipping charges should be prepaid.)
For more information regarding the warranty policies, see Warranty Policy, p. ix.
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................1–1
1.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................1–1
1.2 TECHNOLOGY ..........................................................................................................1–2
1.3 RELIABILITY ..............................................................................................................1–2
1.4 CONSTRUCTION....................................................................................................... 1–2
CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................2–1
2.1 UNPACKING..................................................................................................................2–1
2.2 MOUNTING.................................................................................................................... 2–2
2.3 LNA CONNECTOR PINOUTS .......................................................................................2–2
CHAPTER 3. FUNCTIONAL AND PHYSICAL DESCRIPTIONS .........................................3–1
3.1 DIMENSIONAL ENVELOPE ..........................................................................................3–1
3.1.1 C-Band LNA ...............................................................................................................3–1
3.1.2 Ku-Band LNA.............................................................................................................. 3–2
CHAPTER 4. SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................4–1
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Figures
Figure 1-1. LNA Low Noise Amplifier Series............................................................................................1–1
Figure 1-2. LNA/710L Modulator Block Diagram .....................................................................................1–2
Figure 2-1. Installation of the Optional Mounting Bracket, KT/6228-2..................................................... 2–3
Figure 3-1. Front Panel ............................................................................................................................3–2
Figure 3-2. Dimensional Envelope...........................................................................................................3–3
Figure 4-1. Rear Panel.............................................................................................................................4–1
Figure 5-1. Front Panel View ...................................................................................................................5–1
Figure 5-2. Keypad................................................................................................................................... 5–3
Figure 5-3. LNA Menu Trees....................................................................................................................5–4
Figure 9-1. ASI And LVDS Interface Block Diagram ...............................................................................9–2
Figure 9-2. Rear Panel Layout................................................................................................................. 9–3
Figure 9-3. Signal Timing ......................................................................................................................... 9–5
Figure 10-1. 1000 Base-T Ethernet (GbE) Interface.............................................................................. 10–1
Figure 10-2. GbE Interface Option Board – Phase 1.............................................................................10–3
Tables
Table 4-1. Modem Rear Panel Connectorsfor 70/140 MHz Application.................................................. 4–2
Table 4-2. Modem Rear Panel Connectorsfor L-Band Application.......................................................... 4–2
Table 5-1. Front Panel LED Indicators..................................................................................................... 5–2
Table 5-2. Summary of Alarms Reported for Tx and Unit Categories ...................................................5–26
Table 5-3. Summary of Live Alarms....................................................................................................... 5–28
Table 7-1. ITU Legacy and DVB-S2 Modes.............................................................................................7–7
Table 10-1. Interface Specifications....................................................................................................... 10–2
Table 10-2. Connector Pinout ................................................................................................................10–4
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About this Manual
This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data LNA Low
Noise Amplifier Series. This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers,
technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the LNA.
Conventions and References
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 English to Metric conversions.
Cautions and Warnings
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to indicate other
CAUTION
WARN ING
IMPORTANT
unsafe practices or risks of property damage.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates information critical for proper equipment
function.
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 Technical Publications Department:
techpub@comtechefdata.com
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