Comtech EF Data MBT-5003 User Manual
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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-500
L-Band Up/Down Converter System
Installation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN-MBT5003 Revision 1
MBT-5003
L-Band Up/Down Converter System
Installation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN-MBT5003
Revision 1
October 29, 2010
Copyright © 2010 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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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................. III
TABLES ..................................................................................................................................... VII
FIGURES ................................................................................................................................... VII
PREFACE ................................................................................................................................... IX
About this Manual
Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual ............................................................... ix
Conventions and References ...................................................................................................................... x
Cautions and Warnings ............................................................................................................................. x
Recommended Standard Designations ...................................................................................................... x
Trademarks ............................................................................................................................................... x
Metric Conversion .................................................................................................................................... x
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance ................................................................................ x
EN55022 –1998 Compliance ...................................................................................................... .............. x
EN55082-1 – 1997 Compliance ............................................................................................................... xi
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ......................................................................................... xi
Safety Compliance ..................................................................................................................................... xi
EN60950 .................................................................................................................................................. xi
Low Voltage Directive (LVD) ................................................................................................................. xi
Warranty Policy ........................................................................................................................................ xii
Limitations of Warranty .......................................................................................................................... xii
Exclusive Remedies ............................................................................................................................... xiii
Customer Support .................................................................................................................................... xiv
Online Customer Support ...................................................................................................................... xiv
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CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1–1
1.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 1–1
1.2 Functional Description ............................................................................................................... 1–2
1.3 Features ........................................................................................................................................ 1–5
1.3.1 Block Up Converter (BUC-5003) ............................................................................................. 1–5
1.3.2 Block Down Converter (BDC-5003) ........................................................................................ 1–5
1.4 Summary of Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–6
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1.4.1 Physical & Environmental ........................................................................................................ 1–6
1.4.2 Prime Power ............................................................................................................................. 1–6
1.4.3 Monitor & Control .................................................................................................................... 1–6
1.4.4 Reference .................................................................................................................................. 1–6
1.4.5 BUC-5003 Block Up Converter (featured on MBT-5003-XUR) ............................................. 1–7
1.4.6 BDC-5003 Block Down Converter (featured on MBT-5003-XDR) ........................................ 1–8
1.5 Dimensional Envelope ................................................................................................................ 1–9
CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION .............................................................................................. 2–1
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection .......................................................................................................... 2–1
2.2 Installation ................................................................................................................................... 2–2
2.2.1 Standard Rack Mount Installation ............................................................................................ 2–2
2.2.2 Installation Using Optional Bearingless Rack Slide Set ........................................................... 2–3
2.3 Connect External Cables ............................................................................................................ 2–4
CHAPTER 3. EXTERNAL CONNECTORS ........................................................................... 3–1
3.1 External Connectors Overview .................................................................................................. 3–1
3.2 MBT-5003 External Connectors ................................................................................................ 3–2
3.2.1 F ront Panel Con n e c tors .............................................................................................................. 3–2
3.2.1.1 REF OUT Connector, Type ‘BNC’ Female ...................................................................... 3–2
3.2.1.2 RF OUT Connector (MBT-5003-XUR only), Type ‘N’ Female ...................................... 3–2
3.2.1.3 RF IN Connector (MBT-5003-XDR only), Type ‘N’ Female .......................................... 3–3
3.2.2 Rear Panel Connectors (Typical MBT-5003-XUR / MBT-5003-XDR) .................................. 3–3
3.2.2.1 J1 | 5/10 MHz EXT REF IN Connector, Type ‘BNC’ Female ......................................... 3–3
3.2.2
.2 J2 | IF Connector, Type ‘TNC’ Female............................................................................. 3–3
3.2.2.3 J3 | COM Connector (EIA-485 Interface), DB-9F ............................................................ 3–3
3.2.2.4 J4 | RELAY (Summary Fault Output) Connector, DB-9F ................................................ 3–4
3.2.2.5 J5 | 10/100 Ethernet (M&C 10/100 BaseT Ethernet) Port, (RJ-45) .................................. 3–4
3.2.2.6 POWER IN (IEC Line Input AC Power) Connector ........................................................ 3–5
3.2.2.7 Ground Connector ............................................................................................................. 3–5
CHAPTER 4. FLASH UPGRADING ...................................................................................... 4–1
4.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 4–1
4.2 Ethernet FTP Upload Procedure ............................................................................................... 4–2
CHAPTER 5. FRONT PANEL OPERATION ......................................................................... 5–1
5.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 5–1
5.1.1 Switch Power On ...................................................................................................................... 5–2
5.1.2 LED Indicators ......................................................................................................................... 5–2
5.1.3 Keypad ...................................................................................................................................... 5–3
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5.1.4 Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) ........................................................................................ 5–3
5.2 Opening Screen ........................................................................................................................... 5–4
5.3 SELECT: (Main) Menu .............................................................................................................. 5–5
5.3.1 SELECT: Config (Configuration) ............................................................................................ 5–6
5.3.1.1 CONFIG: Remote (Remote Control) ................................................................................ 5–7
CONFIG: Remote Control Æ Local ............................................................................. 5–7
CONFIG: Remote Control Æ Serial ............................................................................. 5–7
CONFIG: Remote Control Æ Ethernet ......................................................................... 5–7
5.3.1.2 CONFIG: FltRec (Fault Recovery) ................................................................................... 5–9
5.3.1.3 CONFIG: ConvA or ConvB (Converter Unit ‘A’ or C o nver t e r Unit ‘ B’) ............................ 5–9
5.3.1.4 CONFIG: RefAdj (Reference Oscillator Adjustment) .................................................... 5–10
5.3.1.5 CONFIG: Redun (Redundancy) ...................................................................................... 5–10
5.3.2 SELECT: Monitor .................................................................................................................. 5–11
5.3.2.1 MONITOR: Faults .......................................................................................................... 5–11
5.3.2.2 MONITOR: Mask ........................................................................................................... 5–11
5.3.2.3 MONITOR: Event-Log (Stored Events) ......................................................................... 5–12
5.3.3 SELECT: Info ......................................................................................................................... 5–13
5.3.3.1 INFO: Remote (Remote Control).................................................................................... 5–13
5.3.3.2 INFO: ConvA or ConvB (Converter Unit ‘A’ or Converter Unit ‘B’) ........................... 5–13
5.3.3.3 INFO: PSA or PSB (Power Supply ‘A’ or Power Supply ‘B’) ...................................... 5–13
5.3.3.4 INFO: RefOsc (Reference Oscillator) ............................................................................. 5–14
5.3.4 SELECT: Utility ..................................................................................................................... 5–14
5.3.4
.1 UTILITY: Date/Time (Set Real-time Clock) .................................................................. 5–14
5.3.4.2 UTILITY: CID (Circuit ID) ............................................................................................ 5–15
5.3.4.3 UTILITY: Display (VFD Display Brightness) ............................................................... 5–15
5.3.4.4 UTILITY: Firmware ....................................................................................................... 5–15
UTILITY: Firmware Æ Info ....................................................................................... 5–15
UTILITY: Firmware Æ Select .................................................................................... 5–16
5.3.5 SELECT: Test ......................................................................................................................... 5–16
CHAPTER 6. ETHERNET MANAGEMENT .......................................................................... 6–1
6.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 6–1
6.2 Ethernet Management Interface Protocols ............................................................................... 6–1
6.3 SNMP Interface ........................................................................................................................... 6–1
6.3.1 Management Information Base (MIB) Files ............................................................................. 6–2
6.3.2 SNMP Community Strings ....................................................................................................... 6–2
6.3.3 SNMP Traps ............................................................................................................................. 6–3
6.4 Telnet Interface ........................................................................................................................... 6–4
6.5 Web Server (HTTP) Interface ................................................................................................... 6–5
6.5.1 Web Server Page Introduction .................................................................................................. 6–5
6.5.2 Enabling the Web Server Interface ........................................................................................... 6–5
6.5.3 Web Server Interface Access .................................................................................................... 6–6
6.5.4 Web Server Interface “Splash” Page ........................................................................................ 6–7
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6.5.5 Web Server Page Descriptions ................................................................................................. 6–7
6.5.5.1 Home Pages ...................................................................................................................... 6–8
6.5.5.1.1 Home | Home .............................................................................................................. 6–8
6.5.5.1.2 Home | Contact ............................................................................................................ 6–9
6.5.5.1.3 Home | Support ......................................................................................................... 6–10
6.5.5.2 Admin Pages ................................................................................................................... 6–11
6.5.5.2.1 Admin | Access ......................................................................................................... 6–11
6.5.5.2.2 Admin | SNMP .......................................................................................................... 6–13
6.5.5.3 Config Pages ................................................................................................................... 6–14
6.5.5.3.1 Config | MBT ............................................................................................................ 6–14
6.5.5.3.2 Config | Utility .......................................................................................................... 6–16
6.5.5.3.3 Config | Redundancy ................................................................................................. 6–17
6.5.5.4 Status Pages .................................................................................................................... 6–18
6.5.5.4.1 Status | Events ........................................................................................................... 6–18
6.5.5.4.2 Status | Status ............................................................................................................ 6–20
APPENDIX A. REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................... A–1
A.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ A–1
A.2 EIA-485 ....................................................................................................................................... A–1
A.3 Basic Protocol ............................................................................................................................. A–2
A.4 Packet Structure ......................................................................................................................... A–3
A.4.1 Start of Packet .......................................................................................................................... A–3
A.4.2 Target Address ......................................................................................................................... A–4
A.4.3 Address Delimiter
.................................................................................................................... A–4
A.4.4 Instruction Code ...................................................................................................................... A–4
A.4.5 Instruction Code Qualifier ....................................................................................................... A–5
A.4.6 Optional Message Arguments .................................................................................................. A–6
A.4.7 End of Packet ........................................................................................................................... A–6
A.5 Configure Mute Mode ............................................................................................................... A–6
A.6 Remote Commands / Queries .................................................................................................... A–7
A.6.1 MBT-5003 Base Unit Remote Commands and Queries .......................................................... A–8
A.6.2 Block Converter (BUC/BDC) Remote Commands and Queries ........................................... A–17
APPENDIX B. MBT-5003 REDUNDANCY OPERATION .................................................... B–1
B.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ B–1
B.2 Redundant Operation ................................................................................................................ B–2
B.2.1 Auto Mode ............................................................................................................................... B–2
B.2.2 Force Switchover ..................................................................................................................... B–2
B.2.3 Gain Equalization of Redundant Units .................................................................................... B–2
B.2.4 Operational Configuration Commands .................................................................................... B–2
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Tables
Table 3-1. MBT-5003 Front and Rear Panel External Connectors ........................................................... 3–2
Table 3-2. J3 | COM – EIA-485 (4-Wire) Interface .................................................................................. 3–3
Table 3-3. J4 | RELAY – Summary Fault Output ..................................................................................... 3–4
Table 3-4. J5 | 10/100 ETHERNET – M&C ............................................................................................. 3–4
Figures
Figure 1 - 1 . Co mtech EF Da ta MBT-5003 L - B a n d U p /D o wn Converter (MBT-50 03 - X D R s h ow n ) .......... 1–1
Figure 1-2. MBT-5003 Front and Rear Panels ......................................................................................... 1–2
Figure 1-3. MBT-5003-XUR L-Ba nd IF to X-Band RF Up Converter Block Diagram ............................. 1–3
Figure 1-4. MBT-5003-XDR L-Ba nd IF to X-Band RF Down Converter Block Diagram ........................ 1–4
Figure 1-5. MBT-5003 Dimensional Envelope ........................................................................................ 1–9
Figure 2-1. Standard Rack Cabinet Installation ........................................................................................ 2–2
Figure 2-2. Optional Bearingless Rack Slide Installation (FP/SL0006) ................................................... 2–3
Figure 3-1. MBT-5003 External Connectors ............................................................................................ 3–1
Figure 4-1. Flash Upgrade via Internet ..................................................................................................... 4–1
Figure 5-1. MBT-5003 Front Panel (MBT-5003-XUR shown) ................................................................ 5–1
Figure 5-2. MBT-5003 Principal Menu Tree ............................................................................................ 5–5
Figure 6-1. MBT-5003 Home | Home page .............................................................................................. 6–8
Figure 6-2. Home | Contact page .............................................................................................................. 6–9
Figure 6-3. Home | Support page ............................................................................................................ 6–10
Figure 6-4. Admin | Access page ............................................................................................................ 6–11
Figure 6-5. Admin | SNMP page ............................................................................................................ 6–13
Figure 6-6. Config | MBT page ............................................................................................................... 6–14
Figure 6-7. Config | Utility page ............................................................................................................. 6–16
Figure 6-8. Config | Redundancy page ................................................................................................... 6–17
Figure 6-9. Status | Events page .............................................................................................................. 6–18
Figure 6-10. Status | Status page ............................................................................................................. 6–20
Figure B-1. MBT-5003 Operational Schematic ....................................................................................... B–1
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About this Manual
This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data MBT-5003
L-Band Up/Down Converter System. This is a technical document intended for earth station
engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the
MBT-5003.
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.
PREFACE
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:
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.
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.
EN55022 –1998 Compliance
This equipment meets the radio disturbance characteristic specifications for information
technology equipment as defined per EN55022 1998.
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EN55082-1 – 1997 Compliance
This equipment meets the EMC/generic immunity standard as defined per EN55082-1 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 the ir own expe nse.
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
NOTE
continuous shield.
Safety Compliance
EN60950
Applicable testing is routinely performed as a condition of manufacturing on all units to ensure
compliance with safety requirements of EN60950. This equip ment meets the Safety of Information
Technology Equipment specification as defined in EN60950.
Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
The following information is applicable for the European Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC):
International Symbols:
<HAR>
Type of power cord required for use in the Europea n Community.
CAUTION: Double-pole/Neutral Fusing
!
ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter-Si cherung
Symbol Definition Symbol Definition
Alternating Current
Protective Earth / Safety Ground
Fuse
Chassis Ground
For additional symbols, refer to Cautions and Warnings listed earlier in this Preface.
NOTE
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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.
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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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
Refer to p. xii in this Preface for information regarding this product’s Warranty Policy.
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 during normal business hours 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 during normal business
hours. 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 can be requested electronically by accessing Comtech EF Data’s online
Support page (www.comtechefdata.com/support.asp). From this page:
• Click the Service hyperlink, then read the Return Material Authorization section for
detailed instructions on Comtech EF Data’s return procedures.
• Click [Send RMA Request] on the Support page or the RMA Request hyperlink provided
in the
Service | Return Material Authorization section; fill out the Billing Information,
Return Information, and Unit to be Returned sections completely, the n clic k [Send em ail]
– or –
• Send an e-mail providing this same detailed information to the Customer Support
Department at
service@comtechefdata.com.
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1.1 Overview
Comtech EF Data’s MBT-5003 L-Band Up/Down Converter System is an indoor product
designed to convert between L-Band IF signals to satellite X-Band RF signals. The MBT-5003 is
configurable at time of order for either up or down converter operation:
• The MBT-5003-XUR L-Band Up Converter incorporates two internal up converter
(BUC-5003) modules;
Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION
• The MBT-5003-XDR L-Band Down Converter (shown in Figure 1-1) incorporates
two internal down converter (BDC-5003) modules.
Figure 1-1. Comtech EF Data MBT-5003 L-Band Up/Down Converter
(MBT-5003-XDR shown)
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1.2 Functional Description
The MBT-5003’s 3RU-high, 19-inch wide chassis is designed for rack mounting into a standard
19-inch equipment rack. As shown in Figure 1-2, handles instal
ease of installation into and removal from the equipment rack.
All operator controls, indicators and displays for local and remote operation are located on the
front panel of the MBT-5003.
External interface connectors are located on the front and rear panels of the MBT-5003 chassis.
External equipment (e.g., a modem) is connected to each internal converter module via a
standard, off-the-shelf coaxial cable. A coaxial cable is also used to connect the output for each
module to RF equipment either at the same location or at the antenna location.
The system contains two diode “OR-ed” internal power supplies for increased reliability, and
microprocessor-based Monitor and Control (M&C) functions. Particular care has been given to
the RF performance of the MBT-5003 to facilitate its successful use in MIL-STD-188-164A
systems.
(MBT-5003-XDR Panel Detail)
MBT-5003 Front Panels
MBT-5003 Typical Rear Panel
led on the front panel facilitate
Figure 1-2. MBT-5003 Front and Rear Panels
On the pages that follow, Figure 1-3 depicts the blo
ck diagram for the MBT-5003-XUR L-Band
Up Converter; Figure 1-4 shows the MBT-5003-XDR L-Band Down Converter’s
1–2
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Figure 1-3. MBT-5003-XUR L-Band IF to X-Band RF Up Converter Block Diagram
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Figure 1-4. MBT-5003-XDR L-Band IF to X-Band RF Down Converter Block Diagram
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1.3 Features
• Meets or exceeds IESS-308/309
• Low phase noise
• Designed to facilitate operation within MIL-STD-188-164A systems
• Flexible configuration
• Guarded front panel power switch
• Output power monitor (up converter)
1.3.1 Block Up Converter (BUC-5003)
The BUC-5003 Block Up Converter module translates an L-Band (1000 to 1500 MHz) input
carrier to the desired X-Band (7900 to 8400 MHz) output frequency with an output level capable
of driving either solid state or tube-based amplifiers.
1.3.2 Block Down Converter (BDC-5003)
The BDC-5003 Block Down Converter module translates any X-Band (7250 to 7750 MHz)
signal to a corresponding L-Band (1000 to 15000 MHz) frequency.
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1.4 Summary of Specifications
1.4.1 Physical & Environmental
Weight 20 lbs. (9.07 kg) Nominal
Dimensions (excluding connectors) 19” x 5.25” x 14” (482.6 x 133.35 x 355.6 mm) (Se e Figure 1-3)
Temperature
Operational Altitude 15,000 ft above sea level
Shock Normal commercial shipping and handling
Operating 32º to 132.8ºF (0º to 56ºC)
Non-operating (Storage) -58º to 158ºF (-50º to 70ºC)
1.4.2 Prime Power
AC Input
Voltage
Frequency 47 – 63 Hz
Dissipation
AC
DC (optional)
Up converter 100 Watts, typical
Down converter 80 Watts, typical
IEC-320 w/retainer
90 – 260 VAC
48 VDC
1.4.3 Monitor & Control
Serial M&C Interface TIA/EIA-485, 4-wire DB-9F
Alarm Form C, DB-9F
Remote Interface RJ-45 Ethernet
Physical Controls 6-button keypad entry
Display Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD), 24x2 alphanumeric
Status Indicators 5 LEDs per unit: SUM FLT, MUTE, ONLINE, UP, DOWN
1.4.4 Reference
External Input
Output
Internal 10 MHz
Setability
(by remote control)
Stability over Time
Stability over Temp
Resolution Better than 2.5 x 10-8
Range
5 or 10 MHz 5 ±5 dBm, BNC Female
5 MHz 10 ±5 dBm Front Panel, BNC Female
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±1 x 10
±1 x 10
>±5 x 10
/day (higher stability optional)
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1.4.5 BUC-5003 Block Up Converter (featured on MBT-5003-XUR)
Output Frequency 7900-8400 MHz
Input Frequency 1000-1500 MHz
Frequency Sense No Inversion
Impedance
Input Return Loss 15 dB minimum
Output Return Loss 18 dB minimum
Input Connector Type ‘TNC’ Female
Output Connector Type ‘N’ Female
Full Band
Gain
Per 36 MHz
Per 20 MHz
0° to +56° C
Mute 80dB
User Attenuation Range 0-50 dB, in 0.25 dB steps
Output Power, P1dB 22 dBm minimum
Noise Figure 15 dB @ minimum attenuation
Intermodulation Distortion -30 dBc min w/2 output carriers @ 17 dBm each
AM/PM Conversion 0.1°/dB @ 0 dBm Output
Carrier Related -75 dBc (<-80 dBc, typical)
Spurious (In-band)
Non-Carrier Related -70 dBm
Lo Leakage -75 dBm
Related
60 Hz & Harmonics <-36 dBc (typically <-50 dBc)
Per 20 MHz BW 8 degrees p-p
Phase Non-linearity
Per 36 MHz BW 12 degrees p-p
Meets or exceeds MIL-STD-188-164A
100 Hz -68 dBc/Hz
1 kHz -78 dBc/Hz
Phase Noise
10 kHz -88 dBc/Hz
100 kHz -98 dBc/Hz
1 MHz -108 dBc/Hz
50Ω
38 ±2 dB nominal @ minimum attenuation
±1.0 dB
±0.50 dB
±0.35 dB
.75 dB/15°C (±1 dB, 0°-56 °C)
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1.4.6 BDC-5003 Block Down Converter (featured on MBT-5003-XDR)
Input Frequency 7250-7750 MHz
Output Frequency 1000-1500 MHz
Frequency Sense No Inversion
Impedance
Input Return Loss 18 dB minimum
Output Return Loss 15 dB minimum
Input Connector Type ‘N’ Female
Output Connector Type ‘TNC’ Female
Full Band
Gain
Per 36 MHz
Per 20 MHz
0° to +56° C
Mute -80 dBm
User Attenuation Range 0 to 20 dB, in 0.25 dB steps
Signal Level 10 dBm maximum (non-damage)
Output Power, P1dB 20 dBm minimum
Noise Figure 15 dB @ minimum attenuation
Intermodulation Distortion -56 dBc w/2 carriers @ 0 dBm each, 3 dBm Total Output Pwr
AM/PM Conversion 0.1°/dB @ 0 dBm Output
Image Rejection 90dB
Carrier Related -75 dBc (<-80 dBc typical)
Spurious (In-band)
Non-Carrier Related -70 dBm
2nd Harmonic -20 dBc maximum (-40 dBc typical)
Lo Leakage -75 dBm
Related
60 Hz & Harmonics <-36 dBc (typically <-50 dBc)
per 20 MHz BW 3 degrees p-p
Phase Non-linearity
per 36 MHz BW 4 degrees p-p
Meets or exceeds MIL-STD-188-164A
100 Hz -68 dBc/Hz
1 kHz -78 dBc/Hz
Phase Noise
10 kHz -88 dBc/Hz
100 kHz -98 dBc/Hz
1 MHz -108 dBc/Hz
50Ω
38 ±2 dB nominal @ minimum attenuation
±1.0 dB
±0.50 dB
±0.35 dB
.75 dB/15°C (±1 dB, 0 to 56 °C)
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1.5 Dimensional Envelope
Figure 1-5. MBT-5003 Dimensional Envelope
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Chapter 2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection
The MBT-5003 L-Band Up/Down Converter System and its Installation and Operation Manual
are packaged and shipped in a pre-formed, reusable cardboard carton containing foam spacing for
maximum shipping protection.
Inspect shipping containers for damage. If shipping containers are damaged, keep them until the
contents of the shipment have been carefully inspected and checked for normal operation.
Do not use any cutting tool that will extend more than 1” into the container
CAUTION
Unpack and inspect the MBT-5003 as follows:
Step Procedure
and cause damage to the converter.
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Cut the tape at the top of the carton indicated by OPEN THIS END.
Remove the cardboard/foam space covering the MBT-5003.
Remove the MBT-5003, manual, and power cord from the carton.
Save the packing material for storage or reshipment purposes.
Inspect the equipment for any possible damage incurred during shipment.
Check the equipment against the packing list to ensure the shipment is correct.
Refer to the next section (Section 2.2) for installation instructions.
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2.2 Installation
2.2.1 Standard Rack Mount Installation
The MBT-5003 is designed for installation in a standard 19-inch (48.26 cm) rack cabinet or
enclosure. Figure 2-1 p
The converter chassis requires 3RU (5.25 inches) of panel height space. Adequate air venti lation
should be provided on both sides of the rack-mounted equipment. In rack systems where there is
high heat dissipation, forced air cooling must be provided by top or bottom mounted fans or
blowers. Under no circumstance shou ld the highest internal rack temperature be allo wed to exceed
50°C (122°F).
rovides a “cut-away” side view of a typical MBT-5003 rack configuration.
Figure 2-1. Standard Rack Cabinet Installation
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2.2.2 Installation Using Optional Bearingless Rack Slide Set
If the converter is to be mounted on slides, install the optional bearingless rack slide set FP/SL0006
(Figure 2-2)
Install the components of the rack slide set as follows:
Step Procedure
using both included and use r-pr ovided m ounti ng har dware:
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Using the provided mounting hardware, install the rack slides to either side of the
MBT-5003 chassis.
Using the provided mounting hardware, install the slide rail components into each
side of the rack cabinet.
Mount the unit into the equipment rack, ensuring that the slides properly engage the
cabinet-mounted slide rails.
Slide the unit into the rack cabinet until the front panel’s back surfaces abut the rack
cabinet’s front mounting rails.
Secure the unit to the rack cabinet front mounting rails using four user-provided
screws installed through the front panel mounting slots.
CEFD Part Number Description
FP/SL0006 Bearingless Rack Slide Set – 26”
Figure 2-2. Optional Bearingless Rack Slide Installation (FP/SL0006)
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2.3 Connect External Cables
Proceed to connect all external cables to the connectors identified in the next chapter (Chapter 3.
EXTERNAL CONNECTORS). Should difficulties occur, contact Comtech EF Data Customer
Support for assistance.
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