Modem Protection SwitchModem Protection Switch
Installation and Operation Manual
Installation and Operation Manual
Installation and Operation ManualInstallation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN/SMS758.IOM
Revision 3
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Installation and Operation Manual
Installation and Operation Manual
Installation and Operation ManualInstallation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN/SMS758
Revision 3
May 19, 1995
EFData Top Assembly No. AS/1891
Special Instructions:
This is the fourth edition of the manual.
Change bars were not utilized.
This revision supersedes part number MN/U-SMS758 Edition 3 dated January, 1992.
Comtech EFData, 2114 West 7th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA, (480) 333-2200, FAX: (480) 333-2161.
Warranty Policy
This EFData Corporation product is warranted against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment . Duri ng the warranty
period, EFData will, at its option, repair or replace produc t s that prove to be defective.
For equipment under warranty, the customer is responsible for freight to EFData and
all related custom, taxes, tariffs, insurance, etc. EFDat a i s responsible for the freight
charges
return the equipment by the same method (i.e., A i r, Express, Surface) as the
equipment was sent to EFDat a.
for return of the equipment f rom the factory to the customer. EFDat a will
only
Limitations of Warranty
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from i mproper installation
or maintenance, abuse, unaut horized modification, or operation outside of
environmental specifi cations for the product, or, for damages that occur due to
improper repackaging of equipment for return to EFData.
No other warranty is expressed or implied. EFData Corporation specifically
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purpose.
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consequential damages, whether bas ed on contact, tort, or any other legal theory.
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refer to the preface.)
About this Manual
This manual describes the installation and operation for the EFData SMS-758 modem
protection switch.
Audience
This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers, technicians, and
operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of the SMS-758 modem
protection switch.
Organization
This manual includes the following chapters and appendixes:
Preface
Chapter 1 — describes the unit’s purpose, function, and specifications.
•
Chapter 2 — describes the installation process.
•
•Chapter 3 — describes the operation.
Chapter 4 — describes the theory of operation.
•
•Chapter 5 — describes maintenance and troubleshooting.
•Appendix A — describes remote control operation for modem switching.
•Appendix B — describes remote control operation for independent mod/demod
switching.
Appendix C — describes the 7 downlink/1 backup option.
•
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Revision Numbering Scheme
The following table identifies the revision numbering scheme utilized for EFData
installation and operation manuals, addenda, and supplements:
Part NumberDescription
MN/SMS758 Rev. 01st edition of the manual.
MN/SMS758 Rev. 11st revision of the manual.
MN/SMS758 Rev. 22nd revision of the manual.
MN/SMS758 Rev. 1
MN/SMS758 Rev. 2
MN/SMS758 Rev. 2
MN/SMS758 Rev. 33rd revision of the manual (it includes information from
SA
A
B
Supplement A to Rev. 1 of the manual. (The “S” in “SA”
designates “Supplement.”)
Addendum A to Rev. 2 of the manual.
Addendum B to Rev. 2 of the manual.
Addenda A and B).
Conventions Used in this Manual
Screen Output and Command Syntax
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seriousness, are CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
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CAUTION
WARNING
minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to indicate other
unsafe practices or risks of property damage.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
!
could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER indicates an imminent hazard that, if not avoided, will result in
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DANGER
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death or serious injury.
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Heading Hierarchy
Each section of this manual is structured according to the following heading hierarchy:
LevelHeading Format
1 (Highest)
2
3
4 (Lowest)
Level Heading 1
Level Heading 2
Case Sensitivity
Unless stated otherwise, commands and arguments listed in this manual are not case
sensitive.
References Used in this Manual
Military Standards
References to “MIL-STD-118” apply to the 114A series (i.e., MIL-STD-118-114A),
which provides electrical and functional characteristics of the unbalanced and balanced
voltage digital interface circuits applicable to both long haul and tactical
communications. Specifically, these references apply to the MIL-STD-188-114A
electrical characteristics for a balanced voltage digital interface circuit, Type 1 generator,
for the full range of data rates.
Level Heading 3
Level Heading 4
For more information, refer to the following document:
•Department of Defense (DOD) MIL-STD-188-114A, “Electrical Characteristics
of Digital Interface Circuits.”
Trademarks
Product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.
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Related Documents
The following documents are referenced in this manual:
•Department of Defense (DOD) MIL-STD-188-114A, “Electrical Characteristics
of Digital Interface Circuits.”
•EFData Specification SP/1891.
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replacement:
1. Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the EFData
Customer Service Department.
Be prepared to supply the Customer Service representative with the model
number, serial number, and a description of the problem.
2. To ensure that the product is not damaged during shipping, pack the product in
its original shipping carton/packaging.
3. Ship the product back to EFData. (Shipping charges should be prepaid.)
For more information regarding the warranty policies, refer to the disclaimer page
located behind the title page.
Upgrading a Product
To receive product upgrade information (i.e., hardware and/or software), contact an
EFData Customer Service representative.
Product Training
To obtain product training information, contact an EFData Customer Service
Representative.
1.2 Purpose and Function.................................................................................................................................. 1–1
2.2 System Installation.......................................................................................................................................2–2
2.3 System Requirements.................................................................................................................................. 2–3
2.4.1 Data I/O.................................................................................................................................................. 2–5
2.4.2 External RS485 and RS232 Interface (J1 and J2) .................................................................................. 2–6
2.4.3 Modem Control RS485.......................................................................................................................... 2–6
2.4.4 On-Line Status (J4, J5)........................................................................................................................... 2–7
2.4.8 Prime Mod Inputs (J18 through J25)...................................................................................................... 2–9
2.4.9 Back-up Mod Inputs (J26, J36).............................................................................................................. 2–9
2.4.10 Offline IF Outputs (J17, J27) ............................................................................................................... 2–9
2.4.11 IF Outputs (J28 through J35).............................................................................................................. 2–10
2.4.12 AC Power (J37, J38).......................................................................................................................... 2–10
2.4.13 DC Power (J37, J38).......................................................................................................................... 2–10
3.1 Front Panel Description.............................................................................................................................. 3–1
3.1.1 LED Indicators....................................................................................................................................... 3–2
3.1.2 Keypad and LCD Display....................................................................................................................... 3–2
3.2.1 System Setup.......................................................................................................................................... 3–6
3.2.1.1 Time and Date Menu.......................................................................................................................3–6
3.2.5.2 Auto Mode.................................................................................................................................... 3–15
3.2.5.3 Local Mode................................................................................................................................... 3–20
3.2.6 Status Menu.......................................................................................................................................... 3–21
CHAPTER 4. THEORY OF OPERATION..................................................................4–1
4.1 Monitor and Control................................................................................................................................... 4–1
4.1.1 Theory of Operation............................................................................................................................... 4–2
4.1.2 M&C Serial Interface............................................................................................................................. 4–2
4.4.3 Demodulator Signal Fault..................................................................................................................... 4–10
4.5 Online Status Specification....................................................................................................................... 4–10
4.7.2 Theory of Operation............................................................................................................................. 4–44
4.8 IF Switch Driver ........................................................................................................................................ 4–46
4.8.2 Theory of Operation............................................................................................................................. 4–46
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4.9 IF Switch..................................................................................................................................................... 4–47
4.9.2 Theory of Operation............................................................................................................................. 4–47
4.10.2 Theory of Operation........................................................................................................................... 4–49
4.11 Power Supply ........................................................................................................................................... 4–51
5.3.1 Power Supply......................................................................................................................................... 5–7
5.3.2 IF Switch................................................................................................................................................ 5–8
5.4 Repacking for Shipment.............................................................................................................................. 5–9
APPENDIX A. REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION: MODEM SWITCH.................... A–1
A.1 General ........................................................................................................................................................A–1
A.2.4 End Character........................................................................................................................................A–3
A.3.5.1 Time of Day.................................................................................................................................A–10
B.2.4 End Character........................................................................................................................................B–3
B.3.5.1 Time of Day.................................................................................................................................B–11
C.2 Front Panel Operation ...............................................................................................................................C–3
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1.1 Scope
This manual describes the SMS-758 modem protection switch (Figure 1-1), hereafter
called “the switch.”
The switch is a rack-mounted unit that provides independent backup control for
modulators and demodulators, or simultaneous modulator and demodulator (modem)
switching.
If a primary modem element failure occurs, the switch limits the loss of communication.
1.2 Purpose and Function
Chapter 1.
INTRODUCTION
The switch is a fully automated, self-contained switching unit for many EFData satellite
data modems, including:
•SDM-650B
•SDM-308B
•SDM-309B
•SDM-8000
•SDM-100
•SLM-4650
•SLM-8650
The switch, with one or two backup modems, provides redundancy for up to eight
primary modems.
The switch will automatically or manually switch one of two backup modulators online
to take the place of any of eight primary modulators. Also, one of two backup
demodulators may be switched online to receive any one of four possible downlinks.
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The switch does not contain an IF signal combining/dividing section, so that the user
may externally tailor each application for minimum loss. An example system
configuration using four prime modems is shown in Figure 1-6.
In normal operation, each prime modulator input is fed through to its corresponding IF
output, and the backup modulators are fed to the offline IF outputs. When a modulator
fault is detected, the faulted modulator is switched offline and re-routed to one of the
offline IF outputs. The next available backup modulator is configured identically to the
failed modulator, and is switched ON in its place.
Figure 1-2 shows the switch interface between the prime and backup modems, the
terminal equipment, and IF converter equipment. The switch provides:
•All data and IF switching circuitry
•Complete status and fault reporting
The switch provides a high degree of flexibility by utilizing the multiple data rate feature
of the modems, and dual backups. Automatic configuration greatly reduces setup time.
1.3 Description
The switch is complete and self contained, in a standard 19” rack-mountable enclosure
weighing approximately 50 lbs. It is of modular construction. The chassis assembly is
segmented with upper and lower chassis mounted backplanes.
The top section (Figure 1-3) contains:
The lower section contains:
The switch contains a microcontroller system. This system controls all switching
functions and maintains communication with the modems. It also communicates with an
optional external controller. A remote operator can control the switching by using a
terminal or computer, and the remote serial interface.
•Two power supplies providing redundancy in case of power failure, four printed
circuit board (PCB) assemblies, and the front panel keypad and display, which
are accessible from the front of the switch.
•Serial remote interfaces, relay-remote/fault, modulator and demodulator status,
and IF connections accessible from the rear panel. Figure 1-4 is a block diagram
of the IF switching matrix.
•An enclosed storage area, accessible from the front panel.
•The data switch interface modules, accessible from the rear.
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Redundant power supplies maintain switch operation even if one power supply fails. The
switch and modem configurations are stored in battery-backed memory devices, for
protection against power loss.
A block diagram of the switch is shown in Figure 1-5.
SMS-758 MO DEM PRO TECTION
SWITCH SW1.00 PRESS NE XT
SMS-758
M:N SW ITC H
POWER
AUTO
LOCAL
REMOTE
BYPASS
BATTERY
DEMOD
FAULTSSTATUS
MOD
M:N
Figure 1-1. SMS-758 Modem Protection Switch
F18
7
F2
45
NXT
1
PRV
0
9
6
2
3
ENT
.
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Figure 1-2. System Block Diagram
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SLOT 1
POWER SUPPLY
NOT USED
SLOT 3
SWITCH DRIVER
SLOT 2
SLOT 4
ADDRESS DEC/DRV
SLOT 5
MONITOR AND CONTROL
SLOT 6
ONLINE TELEMETRY
POWER SUPPLY 2
SLOT 7
Figure 1-3. SMS-758 Upper Front Section Interior
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UTS
INPUTS
BU MOD 2
BU MOD 1
MOD 1
MOD 2
MOD 3
MOD 4
MOD 5
MOD 6
MODULATOR SWITCH
OUTPUTS
IF 1
IF 2
IF 3
IF 4
IF 5
IF 6
DEMODULATOR SWITCH
INP
DOWNLINK 4
DOWNLINK 3
DOWNLINK 2
DOWNLINK 1
BACKUP DEMOD 1
INPUTS
DOWNLINK 4
DOWNLINK 3
MOD 7
MOD 8
IF 7
IF 8
BACKUP 2 IF OUTPUT
BACKUP 1 IF OUTPUT
DOWNLINK 2
DOWNLINK 1
Figure 1-4. SMS-758 IF Switching Matrix
BACKUP DEMOD 2
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Figure 1-5. SMS-758 Block Diagram
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UPLINK 1
UPLINK 2
DOWNLINK 1
DOWNLINK 2
1:6
SPLITTER
75
75
75
75
75
12345
J28
J29
J30
OFF-LINE
IF OUTPUTS
J17 J27
J31
IF
SMS-758
MODULATOR
J18
J19
J20
J21
12345
75
6
7
8
J32
J33
J34
J35
INPUTS
SWITCH
J22
J23
J24
6
7
75
BACKUP MOD
12
J26 J36
J25
8
75
75
75
1:6
SPLITTER
INPUTS
DOWNLINK
BACKUP
DEMODS
DL1
J7
J11
1
DL2
J8
SMS-758
J16
2
75
75
75
75
DL3J9
DL1
DL2
DL3
DL4
DL4
J12
J13
J14
J10
J15
IF
DEMOD
SWITCH
PRIME MOD INPUTSIF OUTPUTS
MUST BE TERMINATED INTO 75 OHMS.
TX IF
RX IF
TX IF
RX IF
TX IF
RX IF
TX IF
1
PRIME MODEMS
J2J2J2
A1A2A3
INPUTS
2
J2
J2J2J2
A4
A5A6A7A8A9
3
J2
A10
RX IF
4
TX IF
RX IF
TX IF
1
BACKUP MODEMS
RX IF
2
NOTE: ALL UNUSED IF SWITCHING CONNECTIONS
PRIME MODEM
DATA
SWITCH
SMS-758
A5A6A7
A4
J1
J1J1J1
A8
J1
TERR DATA
A1A2A3
J1J1J1
TERMINAL
EQUIPMENT
Figure 1-6. Example System Configuration
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The switch consists of the following assemblies:
Assembly D escriptionDrawing No.
ChassisAS/1890
Controller MotherboardAS/1317
Data Switch MotherboardAS/1349
Monitor and ControlAS/0356
Address Decoder/DriverAS/1048
Switch DriverAS/1316
IF SwitchAS/1314
O/L TelemetryAS/0585
Display/KeypadAS/0540
Power Supply (2 each)AS/0584
DS-1 Prime Interface SwitchAS/08938 Optional
DS-1 Backup Interface SwitchAS/08942 Optional
V.35 Prime Interface SwitchAS/08918 Optional
V.35 Backup Interface SwitchAS/08922 Optional
RS-422 Prime Interface SwitchAS/08908 Optional
RS-422 Backup Interface SwitchAS/08992 Optional
IDR Prime Interface Switch (1:N)AS/08958 Optional
IDR Backup Interface Switch (1:N)AS/08961 Optional
IDR 45MB Prime Interface SwitchAS/09368 Optional
IBS/ASYNC Prime Interface SwitchAS/16958 Optional
IBS/ASYNC Backup Interface SwitchAS/16942 Optional
IDR Prime Interface Switch (2:N)AS/1877-18 Optional
IDR Backup Interface Switch (2:N)AS/18792 Optional
Drop & Insert daisy chain Interface SwitchAS/1877-29 Optional
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1.4 Performance Specification
The operating specifications of the switch are described in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. SMS-758 Performance Specification
Operation
Number of Online ModemsExpandable from 1 to 8 with plug-in prime
interface switch modules (the modems can be
of different data rates and interfaces, as long
as the backup modems are compatible).
Number of Backup ModemsExpandable from 1 to 2 with plug-in backup
interface switch modules (IDR AS/0895
interface limits the backup to one).
Data InterfacesDS-1 and G.703, V.35, RS-422/449/
MIL-STD-188-114, IBS, IDR, or D&I.
IF Frequency Response50 MHz to 180 MHz .
DownlinksEach demodulator is configurable for 1 of 4 or
7 downlink connections.
UplinksEight modulator outputs may be externally
combined/divided for any number of uplinks.
Prime Modulator to Output LossLess than 1 dB.
Backup Modulator to Prime Output LossLess than 1 dB.
Manual Delay Switch-Over T ime:
Modulator
Demodulator
Auto Delay Switch-Over Time:
Modulator
Demodulator
Switch-Over PriorityOne of three priority levels av ailable
Remote Control Interfaces:
External control
Modem Control
BatteriesM&C: NiCad, 30 day memory retention.
0 to 127.5 sec., in 0.5 sec. steps.
0 to 127.5 sec., in 0.5 sec. steps.
< 1 sec.
< 3 sweep periods of the back-up
demodulator.
independently for each modulator and
demodulator, if independent mod/demod
firmware is used. Modulators and
demodulators will switch simultaneously with
modem switch firmware.
RS-485 or RS-232C. Baud rates from 110 to
9600, Even or Odd parity, Addresses from
1 to 255.
RS-485, Baud rate 9600, Even parity,
Addresses from 1 to 255.
48 hr. charge time.
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Indicators:
Front Panel LEDs
48-character display
Alarm Reporting:
Controller Fault Alarm
System Fault Alarm
Demodulator Fault Alarm
Operational ModesAuto, Local, Remote, and Bypass.
ControlsComplete control of all M:N functions from the
Input Voltage90 to 264 VAC (self-adjusting).
Line Power40W maximum when both power supplies are
Line Frequency47 to 63 Hz.
Size19" W x 22" D x 12.20" H.
Weight50 lbs.
Power supply on, controller and power supply
alarm, demodulator system failure, modulator
system failure, low battery alarm, auto mode,
local mode, remote mode, and bypass mode.
Prime and backup modulator and
demodulator status (fault and online status),
active modulators and demodulators (prime
and backup), modem address, modem
interface, modem uplink and downlink,
priority, delay, configuration, and fault menus.
Form C relay contact to indicate controller or
power supply failure.
Form C relay contact to indicate any non-
catastrophic failure.
Form C relay contact to indicate all
demodulators faulted and a probable IF loss.
front panel, or through the remote interface.
General
-48 VDC optional.
operating.
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This chapter consists of:
CAUTION
2.1 Unpacking
The switch and manual are packaged in pre-formed, reusable, cardboard cartons
containing foam spacing for maximum shipping protection. To remove the switch:
Chapter 2.
INSTALLATION
•Unpacking instructions
•System installation
•System requirements
•Description of the external connections
The equipment contains parts and assemblies sensitive to damage by
!
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Use ESD precautionary procedures when
touching, removing, or inserting printed circuit boards.
Do not use any cutting tool that will extend more than 1” into the container
!
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and cause damage to the modem.
1. Cut the tape at the top of the carton (indicated by OPEN THIS END).
2. Remove the cardboard/foam space covering the switch.
3. Remove the switch, manual, and power cord from carton.
4. Save the packing material for storage or reshipment purposes.
5. Inspect the equipment for any possible damage incurred during shipment.
6. Check the equipment against the packing list to ensure the shipment is correct.
7. Refer to Section 2.2 for further system installation instructions.
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2.2 System Installation
2.2.1 Switch Setup
After unpacking, refer to the following steps to install the switch:
1. Mount the switch chassis in the assigned position of the equipment rack. It is
recommended that the switch be supported by a rack-mounted shelf.
2. Be sure that all interface switch modules are in their proper positions, and are
fully seated in the rear backplane.
3. Connect the cables to the proper locations on the rear panel. Refer to Section 2.4
for connector pinouts, placement, and function.
4. Open the front panel and verify that the two power supplies and four circuit
modules are properly seated in the upper backplane.
5. Before turning the power switch ON, become familiar with front panel operation
in Chapter 3.
6. Turn ON each power supply, located inside the front panel. The power switch is
ON when the switch is depressed toward the “1”, or when the red side of the
switch is exposed.
7. Close the front panel, and configure the switch as described in Section 3.2. Place
the switch in the proper mode for operation.
8. If any installation problems occur, refer to Chapter 5 for troubleshooting the
system.
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