Comtech EF Data MBT-4000 User 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.
MBT-4000
Multi-Band Transceiver System
Installation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN/MBT4000.IOM Revision 4
MBT-4000
Multi-Band Transceiver System
Installation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN/MBT4000.IOM
Revision 4
July 2, 2009
Copyright © 2009 Comtech EF Data. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.
Comtech EF Data, 2114 West 7th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA, 480.333.2200, FAX: 480.333.2161
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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 docum ents are not subject to revision.
PL M CO Number:
Comments:
C-0024197
See attached page(s). The new information will be included in the next released
revision of the m anual.
ER-MNMBT4000.EA 4 PLM C-0024197
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System Operating Parameters MN/MBT4000.IOM
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-Ba nd Ope rating Pa r ameters
Band Frequency LO Frequenc
C-Band 3625 – 4200 MHz 2300 MHz No
X-Band 7250 – 7750 MHz 6300 MHz No
Ku-Band-W
(Single module
containing three LOs)
Ka-Band 20.20 – 21.20 GHz
Notes:
1. No spectral inversion, selectable inversion for inverted Bl oc k Down Converter.
2. 10 dB gain adjustment.
10.95 – 11.70 GHz
11.7 – 12.20 GHz
12.250 – 12.75 GHz
10.00 GHz
10.75 GHz
11.30 GHz
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 th e operati onal, onli n e, and of fline status of th e s ytem.
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.
Inverting
No
Appendix B. FAUL T S/EVENT S 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
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
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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 Da ta MBT-4000 Mult i- B a n d R F T r ansceiver ..................................................... 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 T ransceiver 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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About this Manual
This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data MBT-4000
Multi-Band Transceiver System. Thi s is a technical document inten ded 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, techn ical information, and recommendation s in this manual and in
any guides or related documents are believed reliable, but the accuracy and co mpleteness 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 th e specifications of the products describe d 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.
PREFACE
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:
TechnicalPublications@comtechefdata.com
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Conventions and References
Cautions and Warnings
IMPORTANT or NOTE indicates information cri tical for proper equipm ent functio n.
IMPORTANT
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
CAUTION
practices or risks of property damage.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
WARNING
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.
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.
NOTE
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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:
International Symbols:
NOTE
<HAR>
!
Symbol Definition Symbol Definition
~
For additional symbols, refer to Cautions and Warnings listed earlier in this
Preface.
Type of power cord required for use in the European Union.
CAUTION: Double-pole/Neutral Fusing
ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter-Sicherung
Alternating Current
Fuse
Protective Earth /
Safety Ground
Chassis Ground
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Warrant y 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. Co mtech 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 a ltered, defaced, or rem oved.
The warranty does not cover damage or loss incurred in transporta tion of the pr oduct.
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 c ombina tion w ith a ny ot her eq uipm ent or pr oduc ts.
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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 partic ular 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 Custo mer 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 pro duct 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
• 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 service@comtechefdata.com.
For information regarding this product’s warranty policy, refer to the Warranty Policy, p. xii.
www.comtechefdata.com/support.asp:
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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 KaBand RF up conversion.
Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION
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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• System status verification via LEDs located behind a removable cover
• Flexible configuration:
2 Ups
2 Downs
1Up / 1 Down
Figure 1-2 d
From
Modem
To
Modem
To
Modem
To
Modem
70 MHz
70 MH z
70 MH z
70 MH z
epicts the operation schematic for a typical MBT-4000 application.
LBC-4000
IF In
IF Out
LBC-4000
IF Out
IF Out
RF Out
RF In
RF In
RF In
IDU
Ref In
M&C
Ref In
M&C
L-Band
5 MHz
L-Band
L-Band
5 MHz
L-Band
RS-485
RS-485
5 MH z
RS-485
L-Band
Splitter
BUC-4000C
IF In
RF Out
Ref In
M&C
BDC-4000C
IF O u t
M ulti-Band Tra nsceiver
RF IN
Figure 1-2. MBT-4000 Operational Schematic
To C-Band HPA
From C-Ban d LNA
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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Figure 1-3. Operational Diagram for Dual-Base (Chain) Redundancy Option
1.5 System Overview
The MBT-4000 Multi-Band Tranceiver System is constructed in a modular configuration. Figure
1-4 illustrates the key components of this configuration.
Common to the configuration for any frequency band of operation is a base module, which
provides the Monitor and Control (M&C), Power Supply, and Reference function.
Band-specific BUC and BDC modules can be mounted to the base module with clip-type
fasteners. BUC and BDC modules for other bands and spares for all modules are stored in a
transit case until needed.
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1.6 Summary of Specifications
1.6.1 Environmental & Physical
Dimensions (excluding connectors)
Temperature
Operating
Non-operating ODU: MBT-4000
Operational Humidity
Operational Altitude
Prime Power
External Reference Input
Frequency Stability
ODU: BUC-4000
IDU: LBC-4000
Over time
Over temperature
See Figure 1-4
-40º – 122ºF (-40º to 50ºC)
14º – 122ºF (-10º to 50ºC)
-58º
– 160ºF (-50º to 71ºC)
5 – 95 non-condensing
10,000 ft above sea level
90
– 260 VAC, 47-63 Hz
Either 5 MHz or 10 MHz ±5 dBm optional
-
/day, 1x10
1x10
40º – 55ºC, 1x10-8
1.6.2 BUC-4000 Block Up Converter ODU
Input Frequency Range
Output Frequency
(by model)
Input/Output Impedance
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Input Connector
Output Connector
Gain
User Attenuation Range
Output Power, P1dB
Third Order Intercept
Spurious
BUC-4000C
BUC-4000X
BUC-4000Ku
BUC-4000Ka
Carrier Related
Non-Carrier Related
950 – 2000 MHz
5860 – 6650 MHz
7900 – 8400 MHz
13.75 – 14.50 GHz
30.00 – 31.00 GHz
27.50 – 28.50 GHz (optional)
28.50 – 29.50 GHz (optional)
29.50 – 30.10 GHz (optional)
50Ω
15 dB minimum
18 dB minimum
Type ‘N’ Female
Type ‘N’ Female (C-, X-, and Ku-Band)
15 dB nominal at minimum attenuation
(18 dB for Ku-Band BUC)
0 – 10 dB
+10 dBm minimum
+20 dBm minimum
-60 dBc
-60 dBm
-
/year
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1.6.3 BDC-4000 Block Down Converter ODU
Output Frequency Range
BUC-4000C
BUC-4000X
Input Frequency
(by model)
Input/Output Impedance
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Input Connector
Output Connector
Gain
User Attenuation Range
Output Power, P1dB
Third Order Intercept
Spurious (Carrier Related)
Noise Figure
BUC-4000Ku
BUC-4000Ka
950 – 2000 MHz
3400 – 4200 MHz
7250 – 7750 MHz
10.95 – 12.75 GHz
20.20 – 21.20 GHz
17.70 – 18.70 GHz (optional band)
18.70 – 19.20 GHz (optional band)
19.20 – 20.20 GHz (optional band)
50Ω
18 dB minimum
15 dB minimum
Type ‘N’ Female (C-, X-, and Ku-Band)
Type ‘N’ Female
15 dB nominal at minimum attenuation
0 – 10 dB, in 0.25 dB steps (0.1 dB optional)
+12 dBm minimum
+22 dBm minimum
-60 dBc
15 dB maximum @ 0 dB attenuation
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Introduction MN/MBT4000.IOM
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Figure 1-4. MBT-4000 Dimensional Envelope
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