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User Manual
for
EL170/970/470 IP Satellite
Modulator/
Demodulator/Modem
version 4.2
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Compliancy
Statements
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COMPLIANCY STATEMENTS
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We,
Newtec Cy N.V.
Declare that the following product:
Product number:
EL170 with type identifier: NTC/2277 (IF) and NTC/2280 (L-Band)
EL470 with type identifier: NTC/2210 (IF) and NTC/2215 (L-Band)
EL970 with type identifier: NTC/2263
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements of
European Union Directive 1999/5/EC Radio and Telecommunication Terminal
Equipment Directive Essential Requirement 3.1(a), 3.1 (b), 3.2.
Done at St-Niklaas, on 04 July, 2011
Serge Van Herck,
CEO
Newtec Cy N.V. Laarstraat 5 B-9 100 Si nt-N ik laas Belgi um. Tel: +32.(0)3.7806500
Fax:+32.(0)3.7806549
Compliancy
Statements
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Restriction of Hazardous S ubs tances Directive ( RoHS )
(Directive 2002/95/EC)
The undersigned hereby confirms the following statement:
We hereby declare that this equipment is compliant to the RoHS Directive
2002/95/EC. Done at St-Niklaas, on 04 July, 2011
Serge Van Herck,
CEO
Compliancy
Statements
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Registratio n, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals
(REACH)
European Regulation N°1907/2006 "REACH" (Registration, Evaluation, and
Authorization of Chemicals), came into force on June 1st, 2007. It aims at
regulating the use of the chemical substances within the European Union.
We are committed to meeting our legal obligations under REACH, as a
manufacturer of articles and as a downstream user of chemicals products.
In order to comply with the REACH regulation, Newtec Cy N.V. has put into place
processes and procedures to ensure implementation and compliance with the
regulation, especially the assessment of the presence of Substances of Very High
Concern (SVHC's) and communication along the supply chain to both suppliers
and customers.
All products manufactured by Newtec Cy N.V. fall under the category of Articles
within the REACH Regulation and none of them present the notion of intentional
release of SVHC's, therefore no obligation of registration applies.
Serge Van Herck,
CEO
Safety Regulations
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SAFETY REGULATIONS
Please read this chapter before you install and use this equipment.
To ensure your safety, the equipment has been designed to comply with the
following safety standard:
IEC 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
Before you start to install and operate the device, please make sure you observe
the following points:
• The equipment described in this manual is designed to be used by properly
trained personnel only. Only qualif ied pers on nel who are aware of hazards
involved involved shall carry out adjustment, maintenance and repair of the
exposed equipment.
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel. To prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.
• To use the equipment correctly and safely, it is essential that both operating and
servicing personnel follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to
the safety precautions specified in this manual. Warning and caution
statements and/or symbols are marked on the equipment when necessary.
• Whenever it is likely that safety protection is impaired, immediately switch off
the equipment and secure it against unintended operation. Inform the
appropriate servicing authority about the problem. For example, safety is likely
to be impaired if the equipment fails to perform the intended measurements or
shows visible damage.
Caution1:
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE, REPLACE
LINE FUSES ONLY WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING (5 X 20mm
T3.15 A/250v TYPE T or slow-blow).
Caution 2:
THERE IS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS
REPLACED WITH AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED
BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Additional safety requirements for Finland, Norway and
Sweden
Telecommunication connections and cable distribution system.
Special conditions apply to the use of this equipment in Finland,
Sweden and Norway due to different earthing arrangements in
these countries. Therefore it is essential that the installation is
done by authorized personnel and according to the national
requirements only.
This equipment is specified for use in a restricted access location
only, where equipotential bonding has been ap pl ied and wh ich
has provision for a permanently connected protective earthing
conductor.
A protective earthing conductor must be installed by a Service
Person.
Additional safety requirements for Norway and Sweden
Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the building
installation through the mains connection or through other
equipment with a connection to protective earthing - and to a cable
distribution system using coaxial cable, may in some
circumstances create a fire hazard. Connection to a cable
distribution system has therefore to be provided through a device
providing electrical isolation below a certain frequency range
(galvanic isolator, see EN 60728-11)." NOTE: In Norway, due to
regulation for installations of cable distribution systems, and in
Sweden, a galvanic isolator shall provide electrical insulation below
5 MHz. The insulation shall withstand a dielectric strength of 1,5 kV
r.m.s., 50 Hz or 60 Hz, for 1 min.
Translation to Norwegian:
Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via
annet jordtilkoplet utstyr - og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan
forårsake brannfare. For å unngå dette skal det ved tilkopling av
utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en galvanisk isolator mellom
utstyret og kabel-TV nettet.
Translation to Swedish:
"Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag
och/eller via annan utrustning och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV
nät kan i vissa fall medfõra risk fõr brand. Fõr att undvika detta
skall vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät galvanisk
isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet."
Safety Regulations
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EMC Information
Relevant EMC information (to FCC rules )
This equipment has been tested and was 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
radiates radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Do not operate this equipment in a residential area, as it is likely to cause harmful
interference. When this is the case, you will be required to correct the interference
at your own expense.
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Environmental
Operating the equipment in an environment other than that stated in the
specifications also invalidates the safety compliance.
Do not use the equipment in an environment in which the unit is exposed to:
• Unpressurised altitudes higher than 2000 metres;
• Extreme temperatures outside the stated operating range;
• Operating temperature range 0 to + 40 °C(*);
• Excessive dust;
• Moist or humid atmosphere above 95% RH;
• Excessive vibration;
• Flammable gases;
• Corrosive or explosive atmospheres;
• Direct sunlight.
(*): DC power supply - Operating temperature range 0 to + 30 °C.
Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing of the equipment. Do not use any
cleaning liquids containing alcohol, methylated spirit or ammonia etc.
Maintenance
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MAINTENANCE
Standard Warranty
Newtec guarantees the durability and satisfactory electrical and mechanical
performance of the equipment to a maximum period of one (1) year from the date
of delivery, unless otherwise agreed to, in writing. The warranty applies only to
manufacturing defects and provided that handling, installation, maintenance and
adjustment of the equipment are carried out in line with the instructions provided by
Newtec and in line with good practice. The warr anty does not apply to items,
normally consumed in operation, or which have a normal lifetime inherently shorter
than the warranty stated above, such as, without limitation, fuses or lamps. Any
defect due to normal wear and tear, or caused by transportation or Force Majeure
events, or attributable to the Customer’s improper use, neglect, storage, operation
handling or maintenance of the goods or any part thereof, are excluded from the
warranty. During the warranty period, Newtec shall, at its sole discretion, replace or
repair the defective subparts or units at the source factory. All transportation costs
shall be borne and prepaid by the Customer.
Care Pack
Guidelines
Order a Care Pack
Care Pack is to be purchased along with Newtec professional equipments. The
Care Pack coverage starts from the date of shipment. Please contact
sales@newtec.eu for more details.
Register a Care Pack
After purchase the customer needs to register his Care Pack. On the Newtec
equipment, the customer will find a registration label inviting him to self-register on
portal www.newtec.eu/support
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This document provides a quick overview on how to use the EL170 – EL470 –
EL970 for the most common use cases.
This document is intended to help you:
• Find your way around the Graphical User Interface (GUI);
• Understand the different possibilities of the EL170,– EL470,and EL970;
• Configure the device according to your needs.
Cautions and Symbols
The following symbols appear in this manual:
A caution message indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also refer
to a procedure or practice that, if not correctly followed, could
result in equipment damage or destruction.
A hint message indicates information for the proper operation of
your equipment, including helpful hints, shortcuts or important
reminders.
A reference message is used to direct to an internal reference
within the document, a related document or a web-link.
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Version History and Applicability
Document version Date Subject Comment
Version 2.3 April 3rd2009 EL470
EL970
NoDE +
10 MHz Reference
Inserter + update EL470
data
Version 3.0 January 2010 EL170
EL970
EL470
Release 7
Version 3.1 March 2nd 2010 EL170
EL970
EL470
Add SCPC and MCPC,
change use cases titles
accordingly
Version 3.1 May 2
nd
2010 EL170
EL970
EL470
Add QoS rules
examples, add ACM log
files
Version 4.0 September 30th
2010
EL170
EL970
EL470
R8 / New GUI, Rack
Mounting, Back Panel
info, GSE,
AES
Version 4.1 February 2010 EL170
EL970
EL470
Improve GUI
description, back panel
information
Version 4.2 June 2011 EL170
EL970
EL470
Add warnings to DC
output power 48V and
UL feedback
information.
Added safety
regulations for Norway
and Sweden.
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Related Documentation
• The Elevation Reference Manuals describes all the parameters available in
the different devices;
• The Equalink User Manual details the linear and non-linear pre-distortion
capabilities.
• RMCP Manual: this manual explains how Newtec devices can be remotely
monitored and controlled via the serial port or via Ethernet using the
Remote Monitor and Control Protocol.
• SNMP Manual: this manual explains how Newtec devices can be remotely
monitored and controlled via the serial and port or via Ethernet using the
Simple Network Management Protocol.
This manual is delivered on CD-ROM together with the device.
Applicability
Product Range
Elevation
Software ID
M&C ntc6279
Software Versions
Release 8
Options
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OPTIONS
EL170 IP satellite modulator
Default Configuration
Ordering n°
DVB-S/DVB-DSNG-DVB-S2 IP modulator with GbE interface, data piping, MPE, ULE, GSE and XPE
encapsulator, CCM, Multi-stream, SNMP
EL 170
Modulation & Baud rate: QPSK-8PSKP, 5Mbaud
Output interface: L-band (950 -1750 MHz)
Configuration
Options
Category
Max. 1 option per category
Output Interface
L-band (950-1750 MHz)
Default
IF (50-180 MHz)
AA-02
L-band + 10MHz for BUC
AA-03
L-band + 10MHz + 24Vdc for BUC
AA-12
L-band + 10MHz + 48Vdc for BUC AA-13
Extended L-band ( 950-2150 MHz)
AA-18
IF+ L-band
AA-06
Modulation & Baud
rate
QPSK-8PSK 5Mbaud
Default
QPSK-8PSK 15Mbaud *
AB-06
QPSK-8PSK 33Mbaud *
AB-07
QPSK-8PSK 45Mbaud *
AB-08
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 5Mbaud *
AB-09
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 15Mbaud *
AB-10
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 33Mbaud *
AB-11
Q/8PSK-16APSK-32 APSK 5Mbaud *
AB-13
Q/8PSK-16APSK-32 APSK 15Mbaud *
AB-14
Q/8PSK -16APSK -32APSK 33Mbaud *
AB-15
All Modcods, BBFinput (for use with EL860)*
AR-01
Additional Options
Category Max. 1 option per category
10MHz reference
In/Out
Internal reference : 1ppm GR-01
Internal reference : 0,01 ppm
GR-02
Encryption
AES 64 bit encryption
AG-01
Predistortion
Equalink *
AC-01
VCM-ACM
Embedded VCM (no shaping)*
AN-01
(*) upgradeable via
license key
Services
Category
Max. 1 option per category
Assistance
Care Pack Basic
GA-06
Care Pack Extended
GA-07
Options
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Option AA-06 IF+Lband: Switching the IF frequency from 70 to 140MHz or 140MHz
to 70MHz has no impact on the L-band frequency.
EL970 IP satellite demodulator
Default Configuration
Ordering n°
DVB-S/DVB-DSNG-DVB-S2 IP demodulator with GbE interfac e, data piping, MPE, GSE, XPE and ULE
decapsulator,Multistream, VCM, SNMP
EL970
Input interface: L-band ( 950 - 2150 MHz)
Modulation & Baud rate: QPSK-8PSK 30Mbaud
Configuration Options
Category
Max. 1 option per category
Input Interface
L-band
Default
L-band + 10MHz
AJ-02
IF+ L-band
AJ-03
IF + L-band + 10MHz
AJ-04
Modulation & Baud rate
QPSK-8PSK 33Mbaud
Default
QPSK-8PSK 45Mbaud *
AL-08
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 33Mbaud * AL-11
Q/8PSK 16APSK -32APSK 33Mbaud *
AL-15
Additional Options
Category
Max. 1 option per category
10MHz reference In/Out
Internal reference : 1ppm
GR-01
Internal reference : 0,01 ppm
GR-02
Decryption AES 64 bit decryption AA-01
ACM
ACM client
AR-04
(*) upgradeable via
license key
Services
Category
Max. 1 option per category
Assistance
Care Pack Basic
GA-06
Care Pack Extended
GA-07
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EL470 IP satellite modem
Default Configuration
Ordering n°
DVB-S/DVB-DSNG-DVB-S2 IP modem with GbE interface, data piping, MPE, ULE, GSE and XPE
encapsulator, Multistream CCM, L-band (950 - 2150 MHz) demod input, SNMP
EL 470
Output interface Modulator: L-band (950 - 1750 MHz)
Modulation & Baud rate modulator: QPSK-8PSK 2Mbaud
Modulation & Baud rate demodulator: QPSK-8PSK 5Mbaud
Configuration Options
Category
Max. 1 option per category
Modulator
L band (950-1750 MHz)
Default
Output Interface IF (50-180 MHz) AA-02
L-band + 10MHz for BUC
AA-03
L-band + 10MHz + 24Vdc for BUC
AA-12
L-band + 10MHz + 48Vdc for BUC
AA-13
Extended L-band ( 950-2150 MHz) AA-18
Demodulator
dual L-Band
Default
input interface
IF + L-band (only with IF Mod output)
AJ-03
Modulation & Baud rate QPSK-8PSK 2Mbaud Default
QPSK-8PSK 5Mbaud*
AB-05
QPSK-8PSK 15Mbaud *
AB-06
QPSK-8PSK 33Mbaud *
AB-07
QPSK-8PSK 45Mbaud *
AB-08
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 2Mbaud *
AB16
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 5Mbaud *
AB-09
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 15Mbaud *
AB-10
QPSK- 8PSK-16APSK 33Mbaud *
AB-11
Q/8PSK-16APSK PtP FlexACM control 2Mbaud *
AB-22
Q/8PSK-16APSK PtP FlexACM control 5Mbaud *
AB-23
Q/8PSK-16APSK PtP FlexACM control 15Mbaud *
AB-24
Q/8PSK-16APSK PtP FlexACM control 33Mbaud *
AB-25
Q/8PSK-16/32APSK PtP FlexACM control 2Mbaud * AB-12
Q/8PSK-16/32APSK PtP FlexACM control 5Mbaud *
AB-19
Q/8PSK-16/32APSK PtP FlexACM control 15Mbaud *
AB-20
Q/8PSK-16/32A PSK PtP FlexACM control 33Mbaud *
AB-21
All Modcods, BBFinterface (for use with EL860)* AR-01
Options
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Demodulation & Baud rate
QPSK-8PSK 5Mbaud
Default
QPSK-8PSK 33Mbaud * AL-07
QPSK-8PSK 45Mbaud *
AL-08
QPSK-8PSK-16APSK 5Mbaud* AL-09
QPSK-8PSK-16APSK 33Mbaud*
AL-11
QPSK-8PSK-16APSK 45Mbaud* AL-12
Q/8PSK-16APSK FlexACM Client 5Mbaud *
AL-13
Q/8PSK-16APSK FlexACM Client 33Mbaud *
AL-14
Q/8PSK-16/32APSK FlexACM Client 5Mbaud * AL18
Q/8PSK-16/32APSK FlexACM Client 33Mbaud * AL20
Additional Options
Category
Max. 1 option per category
10MHz reference In/Out
Internal reference : 1ppm
GR-01
Internal reference : 0,01 ppm GR02
Encryption/Decryption AES 64 bit encryption/decryption AD-01
Predistortion
Equalink *
AC-01
(*) upgradeable via
license key
Services
Category
Max. 1 option per category
Assistance Care Pack Basic GA-06
Care Pack Extended
GA-07
(*) upgradeable via a license key.
Other configurations and options are available upon request.
Contact your sales representative for details (sales@newtec.eu)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Compliancy Statements .......................................................................................... ii
Safety Regulations .................................................................................................. v
Maintenance ............................................................................................................ix
About this Manual .................................................................................................... x
Options ..................................................................................................................xiii
Table of Contents ................................................................................................xvii
1 Introduction ..................................................................................................22
1.1 Description .....................................................................................................22
1.1.1 EL170 IP Satellite Modulator .....................................................................22
1.1.2 EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator ................................................................24
1.1.3 EL470 IP Satellite Modem .........................................................................25
2 Network Models and Traffic Routing .........................................................27
2.1 IP Network Models .........................................................................................27
2.1.1 Ethernet Bridging Inside the Satellite Subnet ............................................27
2.1.2 IP Bridging in the Satellite Subnet .............................................................29
2.1.3 IP Routing ..................................................................................................33
2.2 VLAN Forwarding and IP Routing ..................................................................35
2.2.1 VLAN Support ............................................................................................35
3 Installation ....................................................................................................38
3.1 Rack Mounting ...............................................................................................38
3.2 AC Power Su pp ly ...........................................................................................39
3.3 Cable Distribution System .............................................................................39
3.3.1 Technical Earthing .....................................................................................39
4 Physical Description ...................................................................................41
4.1 Front Panel Description .................................................................................41
4.2 Back Panel Description ..................................................................................43
4.2.1 PSU, M&C Interface and External 10.0 MHz Reference Input..................43
4.2.2 Sub Back Panel Descriptions ....................................................................46
4.2.3 EL 170 IP Satellite Modulator Back Panel.................................................52
4.2.4 EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator Back Panel .............................................53
4.2.5 EL470 IP Satellite Modem Back Panel......................................................54
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5 How to manage ............................................................................................56
5.1 Menu Tree ......................................................................................................56
5.1.1 EL 170 IP Satellite Modulator ....................................................................57
5.1.2 EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator ................................................................58
5.1.3 EL470 IP Satellite Modem .........................................................................59
5.2 Front Panel Handling .....................................................................................60
5.2.1 Display .......................................................................................................60
5.2.2 Keypad ......................................................................................................60
5.2.3 LEDs ..........................................................................................................61
5.3 Management Using the Ethernet Interface ....................................................64
5.3.1 Cabling ......................................................................................................64
5.3.2 Settings ......................................................................................................64
5.4 Management Using the Serial Interface ........................................................65
5.4.1 Cabling ......................................................................................................65
5.4.2 Serial Port Settings ....................................................................................65
5.4.3 Serial Interface and Port Settings ..............................................................66
5.5 Protocols Used to Monitor and Control the Device ........................................66
5.5.1 Remote Monitor and Control Protocol (RMCP) .........................................66
5.5.2 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) .......................................67
6 Graphical User Interface (GUI) ...................................................................69
6.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................69
6.2 Opening the GUI ............................................................................................69
6.3 Main Areas of the GUI ...................................................................................71
6.3.1 Banner .......................................................................................................72
6.3.2 Central Stage Window ...............................................................................72
6.3.3 Alarm Window ...........................................................................................77
6.3.4 Function Control Window ..........................................................................78
6.3.5 Status Bar ..................................................................................................82
6.4 Configur ing the De vice Us i ng the GUI ...........................................................83
6.4.1 Introduction ................................................................................................83
6.4.2 Parameters ................................................................................................84
6.4.3 Changing Parameters................................................................................86
6.4.4 Setup Wizard .............................................................................................87
6.5 Reset Device ..................................................................................................88
6.6 Procedure to Perform a Firmware Upgrade ..................................................88
6.6.1 Access Rights of GUI Users ......................................................................89
6.7 Create a Diagnostics Report ..........................................................................93
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6.7.1 Copy a Configuartion on a Different Device ..............................................94
7 Block Diagram ..............................................................................................96
7.1 Monitoring and Con t rol ..................................................................................96
7.2 EL 170 Modulator...........................................................................................96
7.3 EL 970 Demodulator ......................................................................................98
7.4 EL 470 Modem ...............................................................................................99
7.4.1 Modulator Functionality .............................................................................99
7.4.2 Demodulator Functionality .......................................................................100
8 Technology .................................................................................................101
8.1 Modulation Standards ..................................................................................101
8.1.1 DVB-S ......................................................................................................101
8.1.2 DVB-DSNG ..............................................................................................102
8.1.3 DVB-S2 ....................................................................................................102
8.2 Pilots in DVB-S2 ..........................................................................................106
8.2.1 What are Pilots ........................................................................................106
8.2.2 Why are pilots used in DVB-S2 ...............................................................106
8.2.3 When are Pilots Used in DVB-S2 ............................................................106
8.3 Single Channel Per Carrier (SCPC) and Multiple Channel Per Carrier
(MCPC) ..................................................................................................................107
8.3.1 Single Channel Per Carrier .....................................................................107
8.3.2 Multiple Channel Per Carrier ...................................................................107
8.4 Process ing Modes .......................................................................................107
8.4.1 Processing Mode 1 – Eth (IP) -> Air(TS) .................................................110
8.4.2 Processing Mode 2 – Eth(IP)<->Air(XPE) ...............................................113
8.4.3 Processing Mode 3 - Eth(IP)<->Air(GSE) ...............................................114
8.4.4 Processing Mode 4 – Eth(ntS2BBF)<->Air(S2BBF) ................................115
9 Features ......................................................................................................116
9.1 FlexACM ......................................................................................................116
9.1.1 Introduction ..............................................................................................116
9.1.2 In-band Signalling ....................................................................................133
9.2 The Noise and Distortion Estimator (NoDE) ................................................136
9.2.1 Introduction ..............................................................................................136
9.2.2 How Does NoDE work .............................................................................136
9.3 Equalink .......................................................................................................138
9.4 Demodulator Sta tistic s .................................................................................139
9.4.1 FEC-rate and mod ...................................................................................139
9.4.2 Frame type ..............................................................................................139
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9.4.3 Pilots ........................................................................................................139
9.4.4 BB frame count ........................................................................................139
9.4.5 Uncor frame count ...................................................................................139
9.4.6 Data EsNo clipping info ...........................................................................140
9.4.7 Data EsNo est .........................................................................................140
9.4.8 Channel quality estimation ......................................................................140
9.4.9 C/D est. ....................................................................................................140
9.4.10 C/D clipping .............................................................................................140
9.4.11 Link margin est. .......................................................................................141
9.4.12 Link margin clipping .................................................................................141
9.5 Extended VL AN Sup port ..............................................................................142
9.5.1 VLAN Tagging .........................................................................................142
9.5.2 Ether Type Field ......................................................................................143
9.5.3 QinQ Tagging ..........................................................................................144
9.5.4 VLAN Forwarding ....................................................................................145
9.6 QoS ..............................................................................................................147
9.6.1 Introduction ..............................................................................................147
9.6.2 QoS classes ............................................................................................147
9.6.3 Data Flows ...............................................................................................148
9.6.4 Implementation ........................................................................................149
9.7 Loopback management on EL470 ...............................................................151
9.7.1 Cabling Description .................................................................................151
9.7.2 Configuration ...........................................................................................152
9.8 Redundancy .................................................................................................153
9.9 Modulator Constant Power / RIM .................................................................154
9.10 Packet Generator and Monitor ................................................................155
9.11 DVB-S / DVB-S2 Test Generator ............................................................159
9.12 Backup Carrier Settings...........................................................................160
9.13 AES Content Protection...........................................................................164
9.13.1 Content Protection ...................................................................................165
9.13.2 Key Management ....................................................................................165
9.13.3 Operation of AES .....................................................................................171
9.13.4 Generating Encrypted Content Keys .......................................................173
Appendix A – User Defined Menu ......................................................................176
Appendix B – Setup Wizard Example ................................................................177
Appendix C – Technical Specifications .............................................................181
Appendix D – Normal and Short Frames and Mixing Frames .........................197
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Appendix E – List of Weak 64-Bit Group Keys .................................................199
Appendix F – Abbreviations ...............................................................................200
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
1.1.1 EL170 IP Satellite Modulator
The EL170 is a state-of-the-art satellite modulator designed for IP applications over
satellite in full compliance with the DVB standards. As a real IP product, this
modulator performs IP processing functions such as packet filtering, routing and
encapsulation. Depending on the applications and the activated features, the
EL170 can be used in conjunction with consumer satellite IP receiving devices,
professional IP receivers such as the EL940, or professional satellite IP
demodulators such as the EL970.
The EL170 offers an auto-switching Gigabit Ethernet interface and integrates
seamlessly with terrestrial IP networks and equipment. The incoming IP packets
can be filtered using e.g. VLAN or MAC addresses, transmitted transparently (data
piping mode) or routed to several receiving points and destination addresses.
Several routing and addressing mechanisms can be used and even combined.
• Routing to the MAC address of the IP receivers is achieved by using MultiProtocol (MPE), Ultra Light (ULE) encapsulation, or with the more efficient
proprietary Extended Performance (XPE) Encapsulation;
• Addressing using several PIDs (MPE or ULE only);
• Addressing using several stream identifiers (with the DVB-S2 multi-stream
mode).
With the Variable Coding and Modulation (VCM) option, the modulator allows each
stream to be transmitted with its own set of modulation parameters.
At the output of the modulator, the signal is available on an L-ba nd interf ac e.
Extended L-band, IF-band as well as BUC power supply and reference frequency
are available as configuration options, providing a compact and cost effective
solution.
For maximum bandwidth efficiency, the EL170 can also be used in Adaptive
Coding and Modulation (ACM) mode, modifying the modulation parameters
dynamically in function of the link conditions. An embedded FlexACM controller
option is available for point-to-point applicat ions , while the opti ona l Base-Band
Frame input option allows the EL170 to work with the external Shaper,
Encapsulator and FlexACM controller EL860 in point-to-multipoint configurations.
When activated, the unique linear and non- linear predistortion option Equa li nk™
provides an additional link margin improvement of up to 2dB, truly unleashing the
full efficiency of higher modulation schemes such as 16 and 32 APSK.
Combining new innovative features and advanced data encapsulations protocols
with DVB-S2 technology, the EL170 ensures the highest bandwidth efficiency
available on the market.
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The following list is an overview of the key features:
• DVB-S2 and DVB-DSNG/S compliant;
• QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK and 32APSK;
• XPE, ULE, MPE, GSE data piping encapsulation;
• Data rates up to 133 Mbit/s;
• L-band monitoring output;
• Programmable amplitude slope equalizer;
• DVB-S2 multi-stream;
• Optional Extended L-band;
• Optional VCM and ACM operation (FlexACM);
• Optional 10 MHz reference input/output;
• Optional Linear and non-linear predistortion (Equalink
TM
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• Featured-based pricing and software upgradability.
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1.1.2 EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator
The EL970 is a state-of-the-art satellite demodulator designed for IP applications
over satellite in full compliance with the DVB-S and DVB-S2 standards. The EL970
connects directly to terrestrial IP network infrastructures via a single auto-switching
Gigabit Ethernet interface. The receiver demodulates, restores and filters the data
received from the satellite at rates of up to 133 Mbit/sec.
The EL970 comes with several hardware and software options and can be used in
Point-to-Point links as well as in Point- to-Multi Point networks. It is compatible
with a wide range of encapsulation protocols: data piping, MPE, ULE and Newtec’s
proprietary XPE (Extended Performance Encapsulation). The EL970 is capable of
receiving DVB-S2 Multi- Stream, VCM and ACM streams, and is able to
demodulate higher modulation schemes such as 16APSK and 32 APSK.
For maximum bandwidth efficiency, the optional FlexACM client allows the EL970
to provide feedback on the link condition to a FlexACM controller located at the
uplink site, so that the modulation parameters can be adapted automatically and
dynamically.
The EL970 has a dual L-band input. The active input is selected by the user and
can provide DC power and frequency band selection signals compatible with most
professional and commercial LNBs. Optionally, one L-band input can be replaced
by an IF input.
The integrated Noise & Distortion Estimator tool provides an accurate reading of
the satellite link margin even in presence of non-linear distortion and allows the
user to easily find the optimum input back-off setting for 16APSK or 32APSK
operation, whether or not non-linear predistortion is applied.
Combining new innovative features and advanced data encapsulations protoc o ls
with DVB-S2 technology, the EL970 ensures the highest bandwidth efficiency
available on the market.
The following list is an overview of the key features:
• DVB-S2 and
DVB-DSNG/S compliant;
• QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK and 32APSK;
• XPE, ULE, MPE, GSE, data piping encapsulation;
• Data rates up to 133 Mbit/s;
• Adaptive equalizer;
• multi-stream and VCM support;
• Noise & Distortion Estimator (NoDE) tool;
• Optional FlexACM client (FlexACM);
• Optional 10 MHz reference input/output
• Featured-based pricing and software upgradabi lit y.
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1.1.3 EL470 IP Satellite Modem
The EL470 is a state-of-the-art satellite modem designed for the transmission and
reception of IP streams over satellite at rates of up to 133 Mbit/s in full compliance
with the DVB standards. The EL470 modem connects directly to terrestrial IP
network infrastructures via a single auto-switching Gigabit Ethernet interface
The EL470 comes with several hardware and software options and can be used in
Point-to-Point links as well as in Point-to-Mul ti Point ne tw orks. It is compatible with
a wide range of encapsulation protocols : dat a pipi ng, MP E, ULE and Ne wtec ’s
XPE (Extended Performance Encapsulation).
The EL470 is capable of receiving DVB-S2 multi-stream and VCM signals and can
optionally transmit in VCM mode.
For maximum bandwidth efficiency an ease of operation, the EL470 has an
embedded point-to-point FlexACM controller option that allows to automatically and
dynamically adapt its uplink modulation parameters in function of the link condition.
The FlexACM client option provides the modulator/modem on the other side of the
satellite link with feedback on the conditions of the received signal. When two
modems both equipped with the FlexACM controller and client options are
connected to each other, they negotiat e automatically and dynamically their
configuration parameters in both directions.
At the output of the modulator, the signal is available on an L-ba nd interf ac e.
Extended L-band, IF-band as well as BUC po wer supply and reference frequency
are available as configuration options, providing a compact and cost effective
solution.
The EL470 has a dual L-band input. The active input is selected by the user and
can provide DC power and frequency band selection signals compatible with most
professional and commercial LNBs. Optionally, one L-band input can be replaced
by an IF input.
The integrated Noise & Distortion Estimator (NoDE) tool provides an accurate
reading of the satellite link margin even in presence of non-linear distortion and
allows the user to find the optimum input back-off setting very easily for 16APSK or
32APSK operation, whethe r or not non-linear predistortion is applied.
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The following list is an overview of the key features:
• DVB-S2 and DVB-DSNG/S compliant;
• QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK and 32APSK;
• XPE, ULE, MPE, GSE, data piping encapsulation;
• Data rates up to 133 Mbit/s in each direction;
• Adaptive equaliser (demodulator input);
• L-band monitoring output;
• Programmable amplitude slope equalizer (L-band output);
• Noise & Distortion Estimator (NoDE) tool;
• DVB-S2 multi-stream;
• Optional extended L-band;
• Optional VCM and ACM operation;
• Optional embedded point-to-point ACM controller and ACM client (FlexACM);
• Optional 10 MHz reference input/output;
• Optional Linear and non-linear predistortion (Equalink
TM
);
• Featured-based pricing and software upgradability.
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2 NETWORK MODELS AND TRAFFIC ROUTING
In this chapter we provide an overview of the different network models and IP
network models that are used to set up satellite links and how VLAN forwarding
and IP routing is done in these networks.
2.1 IP Network Models
Interconnecting IP networks are done using one of the following methods:
• Ethernet bridging;
• IP routing;
• IP bridging (this is a hybrid model that combines the advantages of bridging and
routing, developed by Newtec.).
2.1.1 Ethernet Bridging Inside the Satellite Subnet
The IP devices with build in encapsulator/decapsulator are setup as a bridge inside
the satellite subnet:
Figure 1 – Satellite Subnet
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• The same subnet exists at both sides of the satellite link ;
• The routers at both sides of the satellite link are 'neighbour routers'.
Ethernet bridging has the following advantages:
• Plug-and-play: you don't need to configure any IP-level settings;
• All routing protocols pass transparently via the satellite link, because the routers
at both ends of the satellite are neighbour routers;
• The IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) passes transparently via the
satellite link, and can be used to dynamically pull a multicast stream over the
satellite link.
The configuration of Ethernet bridging: traffic from a VLAN is bridged to a TS PID
or DVB-S2 stream.
Figure 2 – Ethernet Bridging VLAN to TS PID or DVB-S2
Forwarding messages
• Incoming packets matching a given VLAN and/or destination MAC and/or
IP address on the local site are modulated and forwarded to the remote
site over the satellite link. The received packages on the remote site are
demodulated and available on the router.
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2.1.2 IP Bridging in the Satellite Subnet
2.1.2.1 Introduction
IP bridging is more efficient than Ethernet bridging.
IP bridging has the following advantages:
• It reduces the overhead on the satellite link:
the Ethernet link is terminated in the same way as a router does.
The Ethernet header and optional VLAN header are not transmitted on the
satellite link;
• Ethernet broadcast traffic, ARP traffic and other L2 control packets (pause
frames, 802.1x, LACP, ...) are not sent over the satellite link when IP bridging is
selected.
For IP bridging further partition of the satellite subnet into distinct IP ranges is
needed. A part of the IP addresses is at the local side of the satellite, part of the
IP addresses is at the remote end of the satellite link (there can be multiple
remote sites).
Figure 3 - IP Bridge
The routers and the IP hosts in the satellite subnet think that the local and remote
parts of the subnet are 1 big subnet (e.g. a /24 subnet with 256-2 = 254 host IP
addresses). Only the modems/modulators/demodulators must know which IP
range exists locally, and which IP range is located in a remote site.
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2.1.2.2 Router Configuration:
The router is configured with the full satellite subnet (e.g. a /24 subnet), and not the
limited local subnet.
The next-hop IP address for the local router is the remote router, and not the local
modem (the local modem acts like a bridge).
We refer to Figure 3.
2.1.2.3 Modem Configuration:
On the modem (or modulator, or demodulator), we make a distinction between the
local IP range, and the IP range that is at the other side of the satellite link. On
each modem, we select an IP range as local subnet (e.g. a /29 subnet, with a
limited number of IP addresses) and a remote subnet (e.g. the full satellite subnet:
the /24 subnet). The modem has the longest prefix match algorithm, to determine
whether an IP address exists locally, or whether it is located at the other side of the
satellite link.
Figure 4 - IP Bridge Configuration
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On a modem (or modulator, or demodulator) the satellite subnet is
split into different IP ranges, while this partitioning is not known to
the routers and the PCs inside the satellite subnet.
This behavior is achieved because the modems perform proxyARP for all IP addresses inside the remote subnet that are at the
other side of the satellite link(s).
In this example we refer to Figure 4, the configuration for the HUB uses VLANs,
and the configuration for the remote sites is without VLANs. Both options are
possible. Some more words about the configuration in the picture:
2.1.2.4 HUB Router Configuration:
The HUB router has an IP interface in the satellite subnet: 10.0.0.1/24.
Further it has routes that point to the remote network.
These routes have the 'SITE router' as next HOP IP address.
2.1.2.5 HUB Modem Configuration:
The modem has an 'IP interface' on VLAN 5:
A local subnet on VLAN 5: 10.0.0.2/29: This means that there has been a local IP
address assigned (10.0.0.2) and that the IP range 10.0.0.2/29 can be reached
locally (at this side of the satellite link).
A remote subnet: 10.0.0.0/24. This means that IP range 10.0.0.0/24 except the
local subnet is at the other side of the satellite link: A longest prefix match
algorithm excludes the local subnet from remote subnet, because the local subnet
has in this case a longer subnet prefix (/29 instead of /24).
A gateway (= 10.0.0.1) on VLAN 5, to reach the IP addresses that are outside the
local subnet. Each VLAN is a separate routing domain (separate VRF), so each
VLAN has its own gateway.
Besides an 'IP interface entry' on this VLAN, we must create routes from the
Ethernet interface to the satellite link, and routes from the satellite link to the
Ethernet network. The Ethernet RX route table contains routes that direct traffic
from the Ethernet link to a given PID or ISI on the modulator.
The Demodulator RX route table contains routes that direct traffic from a PID or ISI
on the satellite link to a VLAN on the Ethernet interface.
2.1.2.6 SITE Router Configuration:
This configuration is similar to the HUB router configuration, but without VLANs.
2.1.2.7 SITE Modem Configuration:
This configuration is similar to the HUB modem configuration, but without VLANs.
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2.1.2.8 Directly attached Host Configuration:
The routers as well as the PCs that are drawn inside the satellite subnet don't need
to know that the satellite subnet is split into different IP ranges. The subnet of the
routers and the directly attached IP hosts must be equal to the full satellite subnet
(10.0.0.x/24)!
If the routers and the directly attached IP hosts are not configured inside the
complete satellite subnet, the modem is considered as a router instead of a bridge,
and the local router and the remote router will no longer be neighbours: this will
blocks several routing protocols, and possibly also other high level applications.
2.1.2.9 Example: IP point-to-point configuration (= IP conserving configuration)
Modem_B has only 1 directly attached host, being the router or the PC of an end
user. Modem B is configured in an "IP address conserving" way: in this case we
have not allocated an IP address to the Ethernet interface of Modem B.
In the IP point-to-point configuration on modem B, the local subnet contains only 1
host IP address. The local subnet on modem B is a /32 subnet that contains only
the IP address of the router or the end user PC.
Figure 5 - Point to Point Set-up
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2.1.3 IP Routing
2.1.3.1 Introduction
The satellite modems can act as a normal router: the satellite modem or modulator
will then be configured as the next HOP of the attached router(s). In such a case
there is no need to perform proxy ARP for remote IP addresses (the remote subnet
is configured to 0.0.0.0/0).
IP routing has the following advantages:
• It reduces overhead on the satellite link;
• The Ethernet link is terminated in the same way a router does. The Ethernet
header and optional VLAN header are not transmitted on the satellite link;
• Multiple VLANs can be terminated on the modem and the data of each VLAN
can be send separated from each other on the satellite link. These VLANs can
be set up again at the remote end of the satellite link;
• Ethernet broadcast traffic, ARP traffic and other L2 control packets are not sent
over the satellite link when IP routing is enabled.
Figure 6 - IP Routing
2.1.3.2 Router Configuration
The IP address of the Ethernet interface on the modem is configured as next HOP
for the routes in the router.
Although the modem behaves like any other router in the network, it has no routing
protocols, like RIP (Routing Information Protocol), OSPF(Open Shortest Path
First), enabled.
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2.1.3.3 Modem Configuration
The modem configuration is almost identical to the configuration for an IP bridge:
only the remote subnet of the IP interface is set to 0.0.0.0/0. This means that the
device will not perform proxy ARP for the remote IP addresses.
In a point to point set up, one default route can be set. It is one default Ethernet Rx
route that will filter out the needed traffic and put into a DVB-S2 stream.
In a point to multipoint set up, multiple routes can be set in the Ethernet Rx routes.
The result of each Ethernet route can be put in different DVB-S2 streams. Each
remote side modem can then filter out the appropriate DVB-S2 stream containing
the IP data for its network.
IP bridging is often preferred above IP routing:
The routers at both sides of the satellite link stay neighbours for each other.
Routing protocols, IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol), and many other
IP services pass transparently over the satellite link.
2.1.3.4 Remote Router Configuration
It has an IP interface in the remote subnet (6.6.6.0/24 in this example). The next
HOP IP address for the return path is the IP address of the Ethernet interface of
the modem.
It is not mandatory to assign an IP address to the Ethernet interface of the IP
modem. This is especially important when the satellite modem is used in
residential configurations.
The In-band IP address of the GBE interface cannot be reached
from the other side of the satellite link.
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2.2 VLAN Forwarding and IP Routing
2.2.1 VLAN Support
2.2.1.1 Introduction
It is possible to use VLANs (Virtual LAN) on the Ethernet interfaces.
VLANs are virtual Ethernet links on top of 1 physical Ethernet link.
These VLANs are interesting when a HUB modulator gives access to multiple
remote sites:
• Without VLANs, the modulator can perform static routing, and send the traffic to
the right destination by looking up the destination IP addres s ;
• With VLANs, the modulator forwards IP transparently: there is at least one
VLAN to each remote site.
In this case, the routing is under responsibility of the router. This router can
perform dynamic routing, by making use of routing protocols. Routing
information can be sent transparently over the satellite link, to the neighbour
routers at the other side of the satellite link.
Figure 7 –With/Without VLANS
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2.2.1.2 VRF Support
VLAN enabled routers often support the concept of VRFs (Virtual Router
Functions). Each VRF has its own routing table.
On the Newtec modem/modulator/demodulator, each VLAN belongs to a different
VRF, so this means that each VLAN has its own routing table.
The use of different VLANs as different VRFs makes it possible to implement fully
independent IP trunks to different remote sites, where the same (private) IP
addresses are used: the same IP addresses can be used for different destinations
in different VRFs.
2.2.1.3 Routing Tables
Traffic is always routed between the Ethernet network and the satellite link. Traffic
is never routed from the Ethernet link back to the Ethernet link or from the satellite
link back to the satellite link: there is a separate routing table from the Ethernet link
to the satellite and from the satellite to the Ethernet link.
The name for the routing table from Ethernet link to the satellite link: Ethernet RX
route table.
The name for the routing table from the satellite link to the Ethernet link:
Demodulator RX route table.
When VLAN support is enabled, this means that there is per VLAN, one routing
table towards the satellite link, and another routing table towards the Ethernet link.
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IP configuration
The following table is comparison between a generic router configuration and the
Newtec IP configuration:
Generic router configuration Newtec IP configuration
IP interface table:
This table contains the IP address
and subnet assignment for all
physical interfaces (e.g. native
Ethernet port) or virtual interf ac es
(e.g. VLAN interface on Ethernet
port).
IP interface table:
This table contains the IP address and
subnet assignment for all physical (e.g.
native Ethernet port) or virtual (e.g. VLAN
interface on Ethernet port) interfaces.
For each local IP interface, you can also
define the remote IP subnet, that defines
the IP addresses that exist inside the
bridged IP satellite subnet, but in another
site (multiple remote sites may exist). This
remote IP range is relevant for IP bridging:
the modulator performs proxy ARP for
these IP addresses.
IP route table:
This table shows to which physic al
or virtual interfaces different IP
ranges will be routed.
Ethernet RX route table:
This table shows to which satellite flow
(PID, ISI, AirMAC) different IP ranges will
be routed.
Demodulator RX route table:
This table shows to which physical or virtual
Ethernet interface (=VLAN) data from a
given satellite flow will be routed.
Table 1 - IP Configurations
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3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Rack Mounting
The equipment is designed to operate in a 19-inch rack system conforming to IEC
60297.
When mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack,the device must be sustained
by L-profiles. (Refer to Figure 8)
Fixing the device with four front panel screws only will damage it
and could result in injury!
Figure 8 - Mounting with L-Profiles
It is allowed to operate the equipment in transportable installations and vehicles
equipped with the means to provide a stable environment. Do not operate the
equipment on vehicles, ships or aircraft without the means of environmental
conditioning, as this may invalidate the safety compliance.
Mount the equipment in the rack in such a way that the amount of air flow required
to safely operate the equipment is not compromised.
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3.2 Power Supply
This equipment is provided with a protective earthing incorporated in the power
cord. Be careful to insert the mains plug only in a socket outlet provided with a
protective earth contact (TN type power supply). Any interruption of the protective
conductor inside or outside the equipment is likely to make the equipment
dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Install and connect the equipment to the mains power supply system in compliance
with local or national wiring installatio n stan dards . Pos i t ion the equ ipment so that
the mains supply socket outlet for the equipment is near the equipment and can be
easily accessed or that there are other suitable means to disconnect from the
mains supply.
3.2.1 Main Power Supply
This power supply is set to operate from 100 to 240Vac to 47-63Hz.
3.2.2 DC BUC Power (optional)
This power supply is set to operate from
The output is provided on the N connector.
Remove the power on the equipment before any action is taken
on this connector.
The maximum current provided on this connector is 4A.
3.3 Cable Distribution System
Install the equipment in accordance with the applicable provisions of NEC Article
810 for US and with CEC section 54 for Canada.
Before connecting the coax to the equipment, make sure that the equipment is
properly earthed. The screen of the used coax cable should be grounded
according to the local regulations.
3.3.1 Technical Earthing
On the rear panel of the equipment a technical earthing is available (an unmarked
terminal on the right side of the equipment).
It is provided to:
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• Ensure that all equipment chassis fixed within a rack are at the same technical
earth potential. This is done by connecting a wire between the technic al earth
terminal and a suitable point on the rack;
• Eliminate the migration of stray charges when connecting between equipment.
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4 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
4.1 Front Panel Description
Figure 9 – EL170 IP Satellite Modulator Front Panel
Figure 10 – EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator Front Panel
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Figure 11 – EL470 IP Satellite Modem Front Panel
The device can be configured, controlled and monitored using the front panel. The
front panel consists out of the following parts.
• Display:
The display consists of a 2 x 40 characters LCD screen. The top row indicates
the path in the menu structure while the bottom row displays the selected item.
If the value is not indicated, press OK to open the submenu;
Figure 12 – Display
• Keypad:
The keypad consists out of 16 keys. Use them to navigate in the menus and
change parameters;
Figure 13 - Keypad
• Status LEDs :
The LEDs provide a basic status of the device.
Figure 14 Modulator
Figure 15 - Demodulator
Figure 16 - Modem
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4.2 Back Panel Description
The back panel consists of several modules depending on the hardware that is
installed.
4.2.1 PSU, M&C Interface and External 10.0 MHz Reference Input
ALARM
10/100Base-T
Ref. In
M&C RS232/485
100-260 VAC LINE
Figure 17 - PSU, Monitor a nd Control and External 10 MHz Reference
Power socket
This equipment is provided with a protective earth ground incorporated in the
power cord. The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a
protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor, inside or
outside the instrument, is likely to make the instrument dangerous.
Serial Monitoring and Control via RS485/RS232
MON & CTRL
5 9 1
6
Figure 18 - Serial Monitoring and Control Connector
The device contains the hardware for the RS485 and RS232 interface.
Select the type of serial interface via the front panel or via the GUI
but not via the serial port itself.
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RS485 RS232
Pin Name Function Pin Name Function
1 GND Shield ground 1 GND Shield ground
2 Not connected 2 Rx-D Receive Data (input)
3 Tx-A Send Data A (input) 3 Tx-D Transmit Data (output)
4 Rx-A Receive Data A (output) 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
(output)
5 GND Signal ground 5 GND Signal ground
6 Rx-B Receive Data B (output) 6 Not connected
7 Not connected 7 RTS Request to send (output)
8 Not connected 8 CTS Clear to send (input)
9 Tx-B Send Data B (input) 9 Not connected
Table 2 - Pin Configuration
Contact Closure Alarm Outputs
Figure 19 - Contact Closure Alarm Outputs
You can use the dry contact closure alarm to connect to redundancy switching
systems.
Figure 20 - Contact Closure Alarm Connections of the EL170 and EL470
• The common general alarm is flagged when the device is not working properly.
For example: power failure or self test alarm.
• The common input alarm is flagged when the device does not receive an input
signal.
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Figure 21 - Contact Closure Alarm Connections of the EL970
Pin 2 and 4 are either floating or tied to chassis earthing.
• Common interface alarm is flagged when there is no demod lock.
• Common device alarm is flagged when there is an issue with the device
itself,like power failure or self test alarm.
10.0 MHz Reference Input
This input is used when you need a reference with enhanced stability or when you
need several devices to be synchronised to the same clock source. The level
should be 0dBm nominally. The 10.0 MHz reference input will only be available if
one of the following options is installed.
• GR-01: 10MHz reference In/Out high stability;
• GR-02: 10 MHz reference In/Out very high stability.
Ethernet Connection
A standard RJ-45 connector provides connection to an Ethernet hub in a LAN
(10/100BaseT). It is possible to set the IP address and subnet mask from the front
panel. The default IP address is: 10.0.0.1.
It is possible to send RMCP (Remote Monitoring and Control Protocol) commands
to the device using the Ethernet interface. The commands are sent as data in a
TCP/IP stream. The used socket number is 5933. The RMCP protocol is exactly
the same as for the serial interface, with one small exception: the receiving device
ignores the RMCP address of the device (that is present in an RMCP command).
Also SNMP can be used.
The RMCP manual explains how Newtec devices can be remotely
monitored and controlled via the serial port or via Ethernet.
This manual is delivered on CD-ROM together with the device.
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4.2.2 Sub Back Panel Descriptions
In this section the optional back panels for the devices are listed. Depending on the
hardware that is ordered a combination of these sub back panels are used.
The different combinations per ordering option is described in the following
sections we refer to:
• Section 4.2.3for EL 170;
• Section 4.2.4 for EL 970;
• Section 4.2.5 for EL 470.
1. REF OUT is used for option GR01 or GR02.
2. Connector two of back panel 01 is never used.
Back Panel 01 / Description
Connector Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. REF OUT BNC (Female) 50 Ohm 10MHz reference out
2. EXT L IN Not used Not used
3. MON OUT SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band 1080MHz
4. MOD OUT SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band
5. A (Ethernet
Interface,
10/100/1000
BaseT)
RJ45 IP data
6. B (Ethernet
Interface,
10/100/1000
BaseT)
RJ45 IP data
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Back Panel 02 / Description
Connector Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. MOD OUT BNC (Female) 75 Ohm IF-band 70M H z – 140MHz
2. MON OUT SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band 1080MHz
3. REF OUT BNC (Female) 50 Ohm 10MHz reference output
Back Panel 03 / Description
Connectors Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. IFL 1 IN F-type (Female) 75 Ohm L-band input
2. IFL 2 IN F-type (Female) 75 Ohm L-band input
3. REF OUT BNC (Female) 50 Ohm 10MHz reference out
4. IF IN IF-band input
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Back Panel 04 / Description
Connector Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. REF OUT BNC (Female) 50 Ohm 10MHz reference out
2. IFL IN F-type (Female) 75 Ohm L-band input
3. IF IN BNC (Female) 75 Ohm IF-band input
Connector Back Panel 05 / Description
Connector Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. IF In Not Applicable
2. IFL
OUT
SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band output
3. IF Out Not Applicable
4. IFL In Not Applicable
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Connector Back Panel 06 / Description
Connector Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. IFL IN
SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band input, looped to Mod out of BP01
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Connector Back Panel 06 / Description
2. IFL OUT N-Connector (Female) 50 Ohm L-band + 10MHz + DC (12V, 24V, 48V)
The following DC voltages can be selected:
• 12V
• 24V
• 48V
The maximum current on this connector
is 3A.
Use a coax cable rated for the voltage
and current marked on the device.
Switch of the power of the device before
connecting the coax cable.
This to reduce the risk of personal injury
from electric shock or damage to the
device.
The following parameters must be enabled
in the device:
• ODU communication control
• Outdoor power supply
Set the parameters on the following
location. (Setting parameters refer to
chapter 5.)
EL >> Unit >> Control >> Outdoor Unit
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Connector Back Panel 07 / Description
Connector Technical Specifications Signalling Type
1. L-BAND IN SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band input, looped to Mod Out of BP01
2. L-BAND OUT SMA (Female) 50 Ohm L-band + 10MHz Out
3. 10 MHz Insert
OUT
SMA (Female) 50 Ohm 10MHz output, looped to 10MHz input
4. 10 MHz Insert
IN
SMA (Female) 50 Ohm 10MHz input, Looped to 10MHz Out
5. 24V ON/24
OFF
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4.2.3 EL 170 IP Satellite Modulator Back Panel
The figure below shows the possible connections on the modulator. The back
panel connections available depend on the specific hardware configuration of your
device and will differ from the back panels in the figures below. Only a subset of
the shown connections will be available on your device.
Figure 22 - EL170 IP Satellite Modulator Back Pane l
The sub back panels used per ordering option is listed in the following table.
We refer to section Options on page ‘xiii ‘for ordering information.
We refer to section 4.2.2 for the description of the different sub
back panels.
Option Back Panel Combination
Not Used Connectors
BP-<number>/<connector>,<connector>
Default BP 01 BP 01/2
AA-03 BP 01
BP 07
BP 01/2
BP-07/5
AA-02 BP 01
BP 02
BP 01/2,3,4
BP02/3,4
AA-12 BP 01
BP 06
BP 01/2
AA-13 BP 01
BP 06
BP 01/2
AA-06 BP 01
BP 02
BP 05
BP 01/2,3,4
BP 02/3, 4
BP 05/1,3,4
AA 18 BP 01 BP 01/2
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4.2.4 EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator Back Panel
The figure below shows the possible connections on the demodulator. The back
panel connections available depend on the specific hardware configuration of your
device and will differ from the back panels in the figures below. Only a subset of
the shown connections will be available on your device.
Figure 23 - EL 970 IP Satellite Demodulator Back Panel
The sub back panels used per ordering option is listed in the following table.
We refer to page ’xv‘for ordering information.
We refer to section 4.2.2 for the description of the different sub
back panels.
Option Back Panel Combination
Not Used Connectors
BP-<number>/<connector>
Default BP 01
BP 03
BP 01/2,3,4
BP 03/4
AJ-02 BP 01
BP 03
BP 07
BP 01/2,3,4
BP 03/4
BP 07/5
AJ-03 BP 01
BP 04
BP 01/2,3,4
AJ-04 BP 01
BP 04
BP 07
BP 01/2,3,4
BP07/5
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4.2.5 EL470 IP Satellite Modem Back Panel
The figure below shows the possible connections on the modem. The back panel
connections available depend on the specific hardware configuration of your device
and will differ from the back panels in figures below. Only a subset of the shown
connections will be available on your device.
Figure 24 – EL470 IP Satellite Modem Back Panel
The sub back panels used per ordering option is listed in the following table.
We refer to the section Options on page ‘xvi‘ for ordering
information.
We refer to section 4.2.2 for the description of the different sub
back panels.
4.2.5.1 Modulator Sub Back Panel Options
Option Back Panel Combination
Not Used Connectors
BP-<number>/<connector>,<connector>
Default BP 01 BP 01/2
AA-02 BP 01
BP 02
BP 01/2,3,4
BP 02/4
AA-03 BP 01
BP 07
BP 01/2
BP 07/5
AA-12 BP 01
BP 06
BP 01/2
AA-13 BP 01
BP 06
BP 01/2
AA 18 BP 01 BP 01/2
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4.2.5.2 Demodulator Sub Back Panel Options
Option AJ-03 is only possible in combination with option AA-02 of
the modulator sub back panel options.
Option Back Panel Combination
Not Used Connectors
BP-<number>/<connector>
Default BP-03 BP-03/4
AJ-03 BP-04
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5 HOW TO MANAGE
This section explains how the devices can be configured and how the parameters
in the device are ordered and managed according to your needs.
The device can be managed using one of the following physical interfaces:
• The front panel display;
• The Ethernet port;
• The serial port.
When the management is done using the Ethernet the graphical user interface can
be used to display the parameters on a management PC.
The following protocols are used to perform the communication between the
management PC and the device.
• Remote Monitoring and Control Protoc o l
for more information we refer to 5.5.1
• Simple Network Management Protocol
for more information we refer to section 5.5.2.
5.1 Menu Tree
Use the front panel or the graphical user interface to set the configurable variables
in the device.
The variables are structured in a logical way: in a menu tree we refer to Figure 25,
Figure 26 and Figure 27.
The menu tree shows the organisation of the parameters in the device. This menu
tree is similar accessing the parameters via the front panel and usage via the GUI
(graphical user interface).
The menu structure of the GUI and the front panel are identical except for the User
Menu which is programmable via the front panel.
How to program the User Menu is described in Appendix A of this document.
The details on the menu tree and the variables in the menu tree are described in
the reference manual of this device.
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5.1.1 EL 170 IP Satellite Modulator
Figure 25 – Menu Tree of the EL170
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5.1.2 EL970 IP Satellite Demodulator
Figure 26 – Menu Tree of the EL970
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5.1.3 EL470 IP Satellite Modem
Figure 27 – Menu Tree of the EL470
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5.2 Front Panel Handling
5.2.1 Display
The first line of the display contains your current location in the menu tree of the
demodulator. The second line contains the parameter name and its value.
ELDeviceType/unit/Setup
Device mode: Normal
5.2.2 Keypad
Figure 28 – Keypad Panel
With the 16 front panel keys it is possible to navigate in the menus and change
parameters.
Press “?” to open a pop-up help screen with more information on the selected
item. Press ESC to exit this help screen.
Press “←” and “→” to highlight a menu item. Press OK to go one level deeper in
the menu tree. When arriving at the desired level, press OK again to select the
desired item. Press ESC to move back up in the menu tree.
Press CLR to clear the numerical input fields.
Press the digit keys 0 up to 9 to enter numerical value s . To enter hexadecimal
characters, press the A – F keys multiple times to bring up the desired
hexadecimal character.
5.2.2.1 Read / Set the Device IP Address
The front panel can be used to set or read out the device IP address.
Open the following menu on your front panel:
Unit >> Setup >> Ethernet Settings >> Device IP address
Device IP Address: 10.0.0.1
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5.2.2.2 For Example Change the Front Panel Screensaver
The front panel screensaver is useful to identify a number of units if you have more
than one unit.
You can activate the screensaver in the following menu:
EL170/970/470 >>Unit>>Setup>>Display settings
• Enter the screensaver delay;
• Enter the screensaver message (for example Channel 01 Modem01).
Once the screensaver delay is reached without any key action on the front panel a
message is displayed as follows.
EL470
Channel 01 Modem 01
5.2.2.3 How to Log in as Expert
Proceed as follows to log in as Expert:
Open the following menu on the front panel
Unit >> Setup >> Device: Normal
Press OK
Normal <=Expert>
Press OK
Enter Password: ***
Enter the number of the device
Press OK to confirm.
5.2.3 LEDs
The LEDs provide a basic status of the device.
5.2.3.1 LEDs EL170 Modulator
Figure 29 –Modulato r LEDs
Data In: green At least 1 data input is active and valid
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Data Process: green Data is processed prior to transmission
Tx on: green Transmit is on
Act. Alm: red Actual alarm(s) is/are present
Mem. Alm: red Memorised alarm(s) is/are present
Test: orange On when the device is in test mode
5.2.3.2 LEDs EL970 Demodulator
Figure 30 – Demodulator LEDs
Demod Lock: green Demodulator is locked to the carrier signal
Physical Layer
Synchronisation
BaseBand
Synchronisation
Demodulator lock LED
Alarm Alarm OFF
OK (no Alarm) Alarm Blinking
OK (no Alarm) OK (no Alarm) ON
Data Process: green Data is processed
Data Out: green Valid data is present at the outp ut
Act. Alm: red Actual alarm(s) is/are present
Mem. Alm: red Memorised alarm(s) is/are present
Test: orange On when the device is in test mode
5.2.3.3 LEDs EL470 Modem
Figure 31 – Modem LEDs
Demod Lock: green Demodulator is locked to the carrier signal
Physical Layer
Synchronisation
Base Band
Synchronisation
Demodulator lock LED
Alarm Alarm OFF
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Physical Layer
Synchronisation
Base Band
Synchronisation
Demodulator lock LED
OK (no Alarm) Alarm Blinking
OK (no Alarm) OK (no Alarm) ON
Data In: green At least 1 data input is active and valid
Data Out: green Valid data is present at the outp ut
Tx on: green Transmit is on
Act. Alm: red Actual alarm(s) is/are present
Mem. Alm: red Memorised alarm(s) is/are present
Test: orange On when the device is in test mode
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5.3 Management Using the Ethernet Interface
5.3.1 Cabling
Use a crossed network cable for a direct connection between the Ethernet port of
the demodulator to the Ethernet port of a computer. In case the connection to the
device is done via a hub or switch, straight network cables are used.
5.3.2 Settings
The Elevation platform is equipped with a powerful and easy-to-use graphical user
interface (GUI) that allows you to remotely monitor and control your equipment
through a web browser.
To use the web interface, adapt the TCP/IP properties of the computer so you can
manually set an IP address that is within the range of the device IP address. For
example: take IP address 10.0.0.2 on the computer and 10.0.0.1 on the device.
Make sure that no pop-up blockers or firewall are active!
To adapt the TCP/IP properties on a typical Windows computer:
Choose Start > Connect To > Show all connections;
Right-click Local Area Connection;
Click Properties;
Scroll down and click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP);
Click Properties;
Choose Use the following IP address;
Enter the following data:
- IP address, for example:10.0.0.2;
- Subnet mask, for example: 255.255.255.0.
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5.4 Management Using the Serial Interface
5.4.1 Cabling
The cable to connect via the serial iInterface must comply with the pin
configurations as described in section 4.2.
5.4.2 Serial Port Settings
The demodulator is set to RS485 by factory default. When you prefer RS232,
choose:
Elevation >> Unit >> Setup >> Serial port settings
Default serial port settings:
Elevation/Unit/Setup/Serial port settings:
• Serial interface type RS485;
• Device RMCP address 100 ;
• Serial baud rate 115200.
Alternatively, use an RS232 to RS485 converter to connect the serial
communication port of a PC to the Monitor and Control port. Pin layout on the
converter can differ depending on the brand and type of the converter. Check the
user manual of the converter to select an appropriate cable.
When using RS232, use a null-modem cable with the following layout:
PC Demodulator Signal
9 Pin D-types 9 Pin D-types
2 3 TxD
3 2 RxD
5 5 GND
Table 3 – RS232 Cable Pin Layout
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5.4.3 Serial Interface and Port Settings
The main line settings for this serial interface are:
• Asynchronous data transfer;
• 1 start bit (logic “0”);
• 7 data bits (LSB first on line);
• Even parity;
• 1 stop bit (logic “1”);
• 4800, 9600, 192 00, 38 400, 5760 0 or 115 200 bau d.
To set the serial baud rate choose:
Elevation >> Unit >> Setup >> Serial port settings.
There is no flow control on the serial interface. Apart from correctly formatted
messages, the only significant character here is the SYNC-character (value 16
hex.). The device sends this character to indicate that it is busy executing the
command and preparing the response. This prevents other devices from taking
control of the bus if the response cannot be given immediately.
5.5 Protocols Used to Monitor and Control the Device
There are two protocols that can be used to manage your device:
• Remote Monitor and Control Protocol (RMCP);
• Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
5.5.1 Remote Monitor and Control Protocol (RMCP)
This is possible via the serial interface (RS232/485) or over Ethernet.
The commands are described in the Reference Manual of your device.
The RMCP Manual explains how Newtec devices can be remotely
monitored and controlled via the serial port or via Ethernet.
This manual is delivered on CD-ROM together with the device.
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5.5.1.1 RMCP over Ethernet
You can send RMCP commands to the demodulator using the Ethernet interface.
The commands are sent as data in a TCP/IP stream. The used socket number is
5933.
The RMCP protocol is similar to the RMCP protocol used for the serial interface.
The difference is that the receiving device ignores the RMCP address of the device
(that is present in an RMCP command).
The Ethernet interface needs to be configured.
We refer to the following menu:
EL170/970/470 >> Unit >> Setup >> Ethernet settings
Figure 32- Ethernet Set ti ngs
5.5.1.2 Protocol
The control unit sends a “request” message to a device identified by its unique
address. The addressed device interprets the message, performs the requested
action and sends a “response” message back.
The receiving device rejects all messages with transmission errors without any
further action. Transmission errors are:
• No stop bit;
• Parity error;
• LRC-error; (Longitudinal Redundancy Check)
• Message receive buffer overflow.
The addressed device responds to all correct formatted messages – except for
some special system messages – with an acknowledge message. Only in a few
restricted cases does the device does not respond to a request from the control
unit. This is, for example, the case when a general device reset is requested.
Correctly received messages which the device cannot handle are refused via a noacknowledge “error” message. This message contains the reason why the
message is rejected.
A device never sends messages on its own initiative. It only responds to a request
from the control unit. The total transmit time of a complete message may not
exceed 250ms. If the message is not completed within this time, it is discarded.
5.5.2 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
The Newtec MIB allows full monitor and control of the device using any graphical
MIB browser. We have a full proprietary MIB, which contains all the OIDs needed
to control the device.
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The device supports sending of traps. Traps inform the NMS when a change in the
device has occurred. After receiving the trap the NMS still has to poll the device to
find out the details of the change.
The SNMP details can be found in the Reference Manual of these
devices EL170, EL970, EL470.
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6 GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE (G UI)
6.1 Introduction
The graphical user interface (GUI) is a web application that gives remote access to
the device and allows the client to connect :
• Configure the device after physical installation;
• Monitor the status;
• Check past events;
• Adjust parameter settings;
• Change or create configurations.
The GUI is optimized for displays with a screen resolution of
1024 x 768 or higher.
6.2 Opening the GUI
Proceed as follows to open the GUI for your device on your computer:
Open a web browser on your computer;
Newtec advises to use Firefox 3 (and higer) or Google Chrome as
standard browser, but the GUI can also run on other compatible
browsers like Internet Explorer 7, Safari, …
Type the IP address of your device in the address bar of the browser. Do not
forget to type http:// in front of the IP address;
You can find the IP address of your device via the front panel in
the following menu: Elevation > Unit > Setup > Ethernet
settings. By default, the IP address of all Newtec devices is
10.0.0.1.
Press Enter;
If the user profile guest is:
- Not disabled and not password protected, the user is automatically
logged in as a guest.
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- Disabled and/or password protected, a User identification dialog box will
pop up.
Enter your username and password;
Figure 33 – Logon Dialog Box
If necessary, click Login
If you have the user profile:
- Guest: the user has read-only access to the typical configuration and
monitoring options;
- Normal: the user has read-write access to the typical configuration
options. You can load a configuration but cannot save a configuration.
You can execute and see the commands of a custom action;
- Expert: the user has read-write access to all configuration options. The
user can load and save a configuration. You can execute and create
custom actions.
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6.3 Main Areas of the GUI
When the GUI application opens five areas are visible.
Figure 34 – GUI Window
The table below gives an overview of the areas of the GUI (Refer to Figure 34).
Area No. Area
1 Banner
2 Central stage window
3 Alarm list window
4 Function controls window
5 Status bar
Table 4 – General Monitor and Control Screen Areas
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6.3.1 Banner
The banner contains an editable text field right of the product name. The user can
use this text field to assign a unique identifier to the device. Double-click this text to
edit the content.
The text displayed in editable text field of the banner is the same
as the screensaver message.
6.3.2 Central Stage Window
The central stage window contains three tabs:
• Overview;
• Tree;
• Trending Graphs.
Figure 35 – Default Tabs Central Stage Window
6.3.2.1 Overview Tab
The Overview tab contains a diagram representation of the functions that are
carried out in the device. These functions are represented by a set of functional
blocks with function names, basic settings and counters. The blocks are connected
with arrows that illustrate the process flow.
Figure 36 – Example of a Functional Overview
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For every functional block of the device you can see the following information:
• Arrows from and towards the functional block;
• Relevant parameters to change and colour of the functional block itself;
• A link at the right top corner. When you click this link you have a detailed;
overview page of that specific functional block.
The colour (red, yellow, green or grey) of each block or arrow in the diagram is
determined by its condition.
The following conditions can occur:
• Error: The block and/or arrow has a red colour. The state is not OK. There is an
alarm; a counter indicates an error(s) or a counter does not change as
expected.
• Warn: The block and/or arrow has a yellow colour. The state is not as expected.
There is an alarm or a counter does not change as expected.
• OK & IN-USE: The block and/or arrow has a green colour.
• IDLE: The block and/or arrow has a grey colour.
Click the detailed view icon (
) in the block heading to open the detailed overview
page of that functional block. A new tab containing the function details opens in the
central stage area.
When a value changes in the central stage area it brie f l y gets a
yellow background.
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6.3.2.2 Tree Tab
The tree tab shows all device variables arranged in a tree structure. This tree
structure is consistent with the structure of the menus accessed via the front panel.
Only users with the administrator profile can access and modify all variables in the
menu pages of the tree structure. Other user profiles do not see all variables.
The tree structure in this GUI is equivalent with the tree structure
in the previous user interface version for this device.
The tree structure contains different types of icons.
Figure 37 – Tree Navigation Icons
The following table describes the properties of each icon type in the tree structure
(refer to Figure 37):
Icon type Description
1 The folder icon indicates a node that is for navigation only. It
does not have a corresponding parameter page.
2 The form icon indicates that the tree structure contains a
parameter page on that level with editable parameters.
3 The expand icon (+) indicates that the tree structure can
expand one or more levels (branches) below. Lower levels
can contain other folders and/or parameter pages. The
collapse icon (-) collapses the selected tree branch.
Table 5 – Tree navigation Icon Description
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To navigate more easily in the tree structure, you can expand or collapse a branch
of the tree or the complete tree with the buttons in the navigation bar above the
tree.
Figure 38 – Tree Navigation Bar
The following table describes the function of each button in the tree navigation bar
(Refer to Figure 38):
Button
No.
Button
function
Description
1 Expand Expands the selected branch of the tree structure.
2 Collapse Collapses the selected branch of the tree structure.
3 Expand All
Expands the complete tree structure.
4 Collapse All Collapses the complete tree structure.
Table 6 – Tree N avigation Bar Buttons
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6.3.2.3 Trending Graphs Tab
This tab shows an overview of the following graphs that can be used to monitor the
device:
Figure 39 - Trending Graphs
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6.3.3 Alarm Window
The alarm window shows the alarms generated by the device. By default only
active or memorized alarms that have not been masked by the user are visible.
Alarms are sorted first by their activity and then by their severity (from critical
alarms to warnings).
It is possible to apply filters to manage the number of alarms shown.
Figure 40 – Alarm Window
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The alarm window contains the following information and control buttons (refer to
Figure 40):
Area No. Description
1 This area displays the alarm name.
2 This area displays the number of times an alarm was generated
since it was last cleared.
3 This area contains a drop-down list with the following s electa bl e
alarm filters:
• Active alarms;
• Non-masked alarms;
• All alarms.
4 Clear the number of times an alarm was generated since it was last
cleared with the red cross button in this area. Active alarms can be
cleared but the counter will still sho w 1.
Table 7 – Alarm Window Areas
6.3.4 Function Control Window
The function control window contains three tabs:
• Miscellaneous (Misc.);
• Configs;
• Macro.
Figure 41 –Tabs Function Control Window
6.3.4.1 Miscellaneous Tab
Figure 42 - Miscellaneous Tab
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The miscellaneous tab (Misc.) contains seven buttons that allows to perform tasks,
consult information or set access or interaction parameters. The following table
describes briefly the function of each button:
Button Description
Setup Wizard With this button you open an easy to use wizard dialog
window which guides you through the (initial) setup of the
device. Only the parameters relevant for the connection
you want to set up are displayed.
See also section 6.4.
Device Log This button is used to consult an event list. Events ar e e.g.
alarms being set or cleared, cable disconnections, …
Reset Device The drop-down menu behind this button allows resetting
the device. Different reset types are possible:
• Soft: You only reset the software;
• Hard: You reset the software and the hardware;
• Config: Config: Clears the configuration of the device.
The flash memory is empty but the management
parameters are kept e.g. IP address. This can only be
performed by expert user profiles.
Firmware upgrade After you have clicked this button you can browse to a zip-
file containing a firmware update. The application can
automatically upgrade its firmware using this zip-file.
Users List
This button opens a new Users List tab in the central
stage region. You can view all users and change the user
attributes (if you have the expert user profile). Refer to
section 6.6.1.
Diagnostic Report With this button different types of diagnostic reports can be
generated:
• Basic: The basic rapport shows all configuration
parameters;
• Full: The full rapport shows all configuration
parameters and all debugging parameters.
RMCP Reference This button opens an overview of the RMCP commands
used for the software of your device.
Table 8 – Miscellaneous Function Controls
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6.3.4.2 Configuration Function Controls Tab
Figure 43 - Configuration Fu n c tion Controls Tab
After power up the boot configuration (the first configuration) is
loaded on the device
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The icons behind the configuration names support to:
• Save the current configuration to persistent memory (
).
If a configuration is not saved to persistent memory it will be lost
when the device powers down.
• Load a stored configuration ( ).
•
The Import and Export buttons below the list of different configurations support to:
• Import configurations from a “.cfg” file stored on the local PC. Refer to section
0;
• Export all saved configurations in a “.cfg” file to a local PC.
It is possible to edit the name of an existing configuration by double clicking on the
configuration name that must be renamed.
Example:
Suppose to save the current configuration of the device under the third
configuration slot and name it: Newtec_example.
Click the Configuration tab;
Click the Save button next to the third configuration slot;
Double-click the Name field of the third configuration slot. You can now enter a
new name for the configuration;
Type Newtec_example and click outside the text field.
6.3.4.3 Macro Tab
Figure 44 - Custom Function Macro Tab
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Use the buttons on the Macro tab to store sets of RMCP-commands. Manually
insert and assign up to twenty RMCP-commands separated by a “;” to one button
or change stored RMCP-command sets via the Edit option. Click the arrow next to
the button to open the Edit option.
An overview of all allow ed RMCP-commands can be found in the
RMCP manual of your device.
6.3.5 Status Bar
The status bar informs on:
• Ongoing interaction with the device via the status field on the left;
• The current user profile.
Log in to or log out from the GUI of the device via the buttons in the status bar.
• Logout button, the current user is logged out;
• Login button, open the User identification dialog box.
• Refresh button, updates the synoptic view. Click the arrow to set the automatic
refresh time.
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6.4 Configuring the Device Using the GUI
6.4.1 Introduction
Configuration of the device is done by changing parameters. Accessing and editing
the device parameters can be done via multiple paths in the GUI.
• Common used parameters are set using the functional blocks on the overview
tab.
• Non-commonly used parameters can be set on the parameter pages of the tree
structure. Experienced users of the device can set all parameters using the tree
structure parameter pages.
• A configuration wizard is built into the GUI. This wizard is very useful for nonexperienced users. It guides the user step by step through the configuration and
gives extra information. The wizard can be accessed through the Wizard button
on the Miscellaneous tab of the function controls.
It is strongly advised to use the wizard to configure the device
parameters the first time the device is operated after physical
installation.
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6.4.2 Parameters
6.4.2.1 Parameter Dialog Box Types
The GUI contains different types of parameter dialog boxes to set up all
parameters during a configuration.
Dialog box
type
Example
Drop-down
list box
Data field
Checkbox
Table
Functional
group
Table 9 – Parameter Interface Type Examples
In a table type dialog box, columns can be moved to a different
position in the table.
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Depending on the dialog box type it is needed to confirm or reject the
selected or inserted value for the parameter by clicking one of the following
buttons:
Button Function
or
Save the parameter value.
or
Do not save the parameter value.
Table 10 – Parameter Save and Cancel Buttons
To accept a value, the user can also use the Enter key on the
keyboard. To reject a value, use the Escape key.
When a parameter value changes in the GUI, it briefly gets a
yellow background.
6.4.2.2 Applicable Parameters
The number of parameters you see in the tree view and the detailed view of a
block depends on your user profile and the current device configuration.
Parameter changes via the front panel or via the management
interface are also visible in the GUI .
6.4.2.3 Invalid Values
The GUI does not allow the implementation of invalid values. While you type a
value this value is validated. The user interface has several features that help you
to insert valid values:
• Place the mouse cursor above a field to be adjusted, the acceptable range is
displayed in a tooltip;
• When typing an invalid value for a parameter, the edges of the parameter field
turn red and a tooltip displays the reason why the value is invalid;
• It is not possible to save values outside the defined ranges for the device.
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6.4.3 Changing Parameters
When logged in as administrator or as normal user, it is allowed to change
parameters.
Use one of the following methods to change the parameters.
• Using the editable parameters in the functional blocks (used to edit the common
used functions);
• Using the tree structure parameter pages.
The Wizards function is the easiest way to create a new configuration on your
demodulator.
The Wizards f unc tion is only applicable for users with an expert
profile. It is highly recommended to perform a configuration reset (refer to section
6.5) to clear the existing configuration before using the Wizards.
Experienced users can adjust individual parameters without the aid of the Wizards.
Proceed as follows to adjust parameters:
Click the Overview tab or the Tree tab;
Two possibilities:
• The Overview tab, click the detailed view icon (
) of the functional block that
contains the parameter(s) to be adjusted;
• The Tree tab, navigate to the parameter page that contains the parameter(s) to
be adjusted;
Click the Editable icon (
) next to the parameter;
Insert or choose the new parameter value;
Save the parameter value;
Edit more parameters in the same way if needed;
Save the new configuration.
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6.4.4 Setup Wizard
The wizards function helps to setup the device for the first time.
To start up the configuration wizard proceed as follows:
Click Misc. > Setup Wizard
The following screen is displayed:
Figure 45 - Initializing IP Setup Wizard
When the device specifications are known the following screen is shown:
Figure 46 - Welcome Screen
Complete the different steps of the wizard according to your network settings to
configure device.
An example can be found in Appendix B on page 177.
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6.5 Reset Device
The device can be reset when needed. A reset of a device can only be performed
by expert user profiles.
Click Misc. tab;
The drop-down menu behind the Reset Device button allows resetting the
device.
Different reset types are possible:
• Soft: Resets the software;
• Hard: Resets the software and the hardware. Perform a hardware reset after
upgrading the capabilities of your device;
Config: Clears the configuration of the device. The flash memory is empty but the
management parameters, like management IP address are kept. Perform a
configuration reset before a configuring the device via the wizards function.
6.6 Procedure to Perform a Firmware Upgrade
To perform a firmware updates do the following:
Click Misc. tab;
Figure 47 - Misc. Tab
Click Firmware upgrade;
Browse to the location of the stored zip-file;
Select the zip-file and click open;
The application automatically upgrades its firmware using this zip-file.
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6.6.1 Access Rights of GUI Users
6.6.1.1 Introduction
By clicking the Users List button on the Miscellaneous tab, the Users List tab
opens in the central stage window. To remove the tab from the central stage
window, press the
-icon in the right upper corner of the tab.
Figure 48 – Use rs List Tab
Four GUI user accounts with different access rights can be created. At least one
user account with expert user profile must be defined. By default WI user 1 has
username root and expert user profile.
Users with the user profile expert can:
• Change account passwords;
• Change the user profile for a user account (resulting in a change of the user’s
permissions).
When the WI+FTP user is not defined or disabled, no password is
required to connect to the ftp-server on the device.
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6.6.1.2 Edit a User Account
Proceed as follows to create a new user account:
Click the Users List button on the Miscellaneous tab;
Select a user profile from the list.
The user properties fields can now be edited.
Figure 49 - Users List Tab with User Properties Fields
T ype in the field:
- Username: this is the username the user must use to log in. It is not
allowed to duplicate user names.
- Password: this is the password the user must use to log in.
Select the desired Profile from the drop-down list box;
- Guest: the user has read-only access to the typical configuration and
monitoring options;
- Normal: The user has read-write access to the typical configuration
options. The user can load a configuration but cannot save a
configuration. The user can execute and see the commands of a custom
action.
- Expert: The user has read-write access to all configuration options. The
user can load and save a configuration. The expert user can execute and
create custom actions.
Click:
- The Save button (
) if you want to save the user account;
- The Cancel button (
) if you don’t want to save the user
account.
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The user profile of the WI + FTP user is set to Disabled; this
indicates that anonymous access is enabled.
6.6.1.3 Disabling a User Account
Only users with the expert user profile can delete user accounts. Deleting a user
account which is logged in from another session, will not cancel its session but the
user won't be able to log in again. A user cannot delete his user account.
Proceed as follows to disable a user account:
Click the Users List button on the Miscellaneous tab;
Select the user account you want to remove from the list;
T ype in the Password field the password for the user account;
Click the Delete button (
).
6.6.1.4 Change a User Account Password
A user can change the password of his user account. Users with the expert profile
can change the password of every user account provided. They know the current
password of that user account.
Proceed as follows to change a user account password:
Click the Users List button on the Miscellaneous tab;
Select the user account for which to change the password;
Select the Change password checkbox.
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Figure 50 – New Password Field
T ype in the field:
- Password: the old user password;
- New password: the new user password;
Click the Save button (
) to save the new password.
6.6.1.5 Change the User Profile of a User Account
Only users with the expert user profile can change the user profile for a user
account. At least one user must contain the Expert profile. It is impossible to
remove the last Expert user.
Proceed as follows to change the user profile for a user account:
Click the Users List button on the Miscellaneous tab;
Select the user account for which you want to change the user profile;
T ype in the Password field the password for the user account;
Select a user profile from the Profile drop-down list box;
Click the Save button (
) to save the new user profile for the user
account.
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6.7 Create a Diagnostics Report
Perform the following steps to create a diagnostics report.
Click Misc. tab;
Click Diag. Report.
Figure 51 - Create a Diagnostic Report
• Basic: The basic rapport shows all configuration parameters;
• Full: The full rapport shows all configuration parameters and debugging
parameters.
Click Basic report or Full report;
Figure 52 - Diagnosti c Report Generation
Figure 53 - Diagnosti c Report Ready
Click download to store the diagnostics report as an html file or click here to open
the report in another browser window.
The following screenshot displays an extract of a basic diagnostics report.
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Figure 54 – Extract of a Diagnostic s Report
6.7.1 Copy a Configuartion on a Different Device
It is possible to exchange a configuration between devices of the same product line
(with the same capabilities and options) by exporting and importing configurations.
6.7.1.1 Exporting a Configuration
The possibility exists to export all 48 stored device configurations at once as a
“.cfg” file on a local computer.
Proceed as follows to export a configuration set:
Click the Configs Tab;
Click the Export button;
Browse to the location where to store the “.cfg” file (the browsing window depends
on your browser configuration);
Click Save.
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6.7.1.2 Importing a Configuration
The possibility exists to import all 48 device configurations at once as a “.cfg” file
from a local computer.
Proceed as follows to import a configuration set:
Click the Configs Tab;
Click the Import button;
Browse to the location of the stored “.cfg” file;
Select the “.cfg” file and click Open. The stored configurations are loaded into
the Newtec device;
It is possible to load any of the 48 configurations to view or test
them.
The user has two options:
• The user can keep the imported configurations. In this case, the user must
save the current imported configuration in bootconfiguration;
The user can decide to delete the imported configurations. In this cas e the us er
must restart the device. The device will start up using the same ootconfiguration as
the previous start up..
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7 BLOCK DIAGRAM
The following block diagrams refer to the default configuration with
L-band options.
7.1 Monitoring and Control
This block is used for monitoring and control of the device.
This block is generic for all devices.
The following actions are available:
• Alarm Output;
• Remote Monitoring and Control over LAN or RS232/RS485;
• Front Panel.
For more information refer to section 4.2.1.
7.2 EL 170 Modulator
In this diagram the modulator is split up into the following functionalities.
• Monitor and Control;
• Modulator Functionality.
Figure 55 - EL170 Modulator
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The EL170 offers an auto-switching Gigabit Ethernet interface and integrates
seamlessly with terrestrial IP networks and equipment. The incoming IP packets
can be filtered using e.g. VLAN or MAC addresses, transmitted transparently (data
piping mode) or routed to several receiving points and destination addresses.
The IP data entering the modulator using the Ethernet connector A is
encapsulated.
The signal is framed into baseband frames.
The framed signal is modulated by the L-band modulator.
The modulated (L-band) signal is forwarded to a multiplexer, in this multiplexer the
following options can be added:
• 10MHz reference (we refer to the section Options for ordering information);
• 24V or +48V DC Power (we refer to the section Options for ordering
information).
At the output of the modulator, the signal is available on an L-ba nd interface, MOD
OUT and MON OUT connector.
Test Generator
The modem is equipped with a build in test generator. This generator can be used
to simulate IP data.
Option IF OUT
Optionally the L-band modulator can be replaced by an IF-band modulator. When
this option is available the IF signal is directly available on the output of the modem
as IF OUT. In this case the multiplexer is not used. For ordering information we
refer to the section Options.
This option is not shown in the block diagram.
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7.3 EL 970 Demodulator
In this diagram the demodulator is split up into the following functionalities:
• Monitor and Control;
• Demodulator Functionality.
Figure 56 - Combined block diagram – L-band
The EL970 has a dual L-band input. The active input is selected by the user and
can provide DC power and frequency band selection signals compatible with most
professional and commercial LNBs.
The L-band signal is demodulated by the L-b and Dem odu lator. This demodulated
signal is deframed and decapsulated. The data is available on the Ethernet
connector A or B depending which one is activated by the user.
Test Generator
The demodulator is equipped with a build in test generator. This generator can be
used to detect/monitor IP data.
Option IF OUT
Optionally, one L-band input can be replaced by an IF input.
This option is not shown in the block diagram.
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7.4 EL 470 Modem
In this diagram the modem is split up into the following functionalities:
• Monitor and Control;
• Modulator Functionality;
• Demodulator Functionality.
Figure 57 - EL 470 Modem
7.4.1 Modulator Functionality
The IP data entering the modulator using the Ethernet connector A is
encapsulated.
The signal is framed into baseband frames.
The framed signal is modulated by the L-band modulator.
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