1. Operating safety precautions
This product complies with the requirements of the following European
Community Directives: 89/336/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility).
* Introduction
This electronic measuring instrument is a high technology products made
under strict quality control. We guarantee its exceptional precision and
utmost reliability. To ensure safe operation of this instrument, be sure to
follow the warning and precautions provided as bellow.
Warning !
* Do not use this product or equipment connected to it in an explosive,
ignitable, or flammable atmosphere, as this will result in the risk of
explosion.
* Do not connect this product to a piece of equipment or cable having
a voltage with respect to ground on its chassis, as such connection
can result in the risk of electrical shock.
* Use a proper Battery charger for charging internal rechargeable
battery pack.
Caution
* Do not remove the case cover, as this can risk failures or loss of
performance.
* Do not allow water to enter the product. This product is not waterproof.
* If condensation forms on this product due to a sudden change in
temperature, use this product only after allowing it to dry sufficiently.
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2. Introduction
This professional SAT Level Meter has been designed for the installation and
maintenance of analogue and digital satellite TV system. The inside circuitry
and mechanical design has been carefully developed in order to obtain very
light, slim typed field strength meter. To allow the installer to work in the best
conditions, it is also offering built-in LNB powering and hang-on-the neck
type carrying case. The LCD display with Back-light is shown several kinds
of information such as Frequency, Measuring level, Function, units and bar
graph. The compact metal cabinet will be a right choice for heavy-duty field
use. It is a real instrument to measure, verify and optimize satellite TV
systems at any stage of installation.
2.1. Features
* Handheld, portable SATELLITE IF SIGNAL STRENGTH METER
* PLL tuning control for Frequency Selection (From 900 MHz to
2,150 GHz)
* 13V, 18V, 22kHz and DiSEqC
selecting LNB
* LNB Current measurement (Up to 250mA)
* Built in Rechargeable Battery pack for powering LNB
* Auto power off
* 99 Favorite Channel memory
* Peak holder function for detecting Max. Input level Display
* Buzzer for Acoustic signal strength monitoring
* Multi LCD display with Back light
* Last condition Store & memory
* Key Entry control
* Deluxe HANG-ON-NECK type CARRYING CASE for hand-free use
3. Technical Specifications
Measuring Frequency Range 900 to 2,150 GHz (First IF Frequency)
Frequency Tuning Resolution 250 kHz
Frequency Tuning Method PLL Frequency Synthesizer
TM
1.0 leveled signal output for
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Level Measurement
- Measuring Range 40 to 80 dBuV (-67 to –27 dBm)
- Resolution 0.1 dB
- Accuracy ± 3 dB (0 to 40°C)
- Bandwidth 27 MHz (- 3 dB)
RF Input F type , 75 ohm
Output signal to Antenna System 13 V, 18 V, 22 kHz, DiSEqC 1.0 signal
LNB Current Measurement 0 to 250 mA with 0.1 mA resolution
Favorite Channel Memory
- Number of channels 99
- Storable Items Frequency: 900MHz to 2,150GHz in
250kHz step
Function: Normal, Peak holder,
Sound Unit of Level: dBuV, dBm,
mADC
Output signal to LNB: 13V, 18V, 13V +
22kHz, 18V+22kHz, DiSEqC (A,B,C,D)
Auto power off Preset to 10 Minutes
Internal Power
- Capacity of Rechargeable
battery 12V/1200mA AH (MH)
- Battery Life 2 HRS at 250mA LNB Load
Power requirement for charging DC12 V / 500 mA (Charge & Adaptor)
Display Multi LCD Display with Backlight, Fre-
quency, Channel, Level, dBuV, dBm,
mADC, Function, Battery level, Output
Signal for Antenna, Bar Graph
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Environmental Conditions
- Operating Temperature Range 0 to 40 °C
- Operating Humidity Range 30 to 85 % RH
- Storage Temperature Range -10 to 50 °C
Dimensions and Weight 180(W) x 75(H) x 150(D) mm
Approx. 1.5 kg
Supplied Standard Accessories 1 x Battery Charger (12V / 500mA)
1 x Carrying Case
1 x User’s Manual
4. Initial Inspection
This instrument was carefully inspected both mechanically and electrically
before shipment. It should be physically free of damage. To confirm this, the
instrument should be inspected for physical damage in transit. Also, check
for supplied accessories.
4.1. Charging and Discharging Instruction
New batteries are supplied in an uncharged state. To ensure the maximum
battery performance, a new battery (or long time not-used-battery) should be
charged for at least 10 hours before use.
a. A new battery will require several full-charge/discharge cycles in
order to achieve its optimum performance. After 1
battery until full discharge level, and 2
nd
charge to full level, Repeat
this cycle several times before starting the main use of battery.
b. Best battery performance will be achieved when you regularly
charge and discharge batteries.
c. If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself in approx. one
month.
** Please refer to “8.2 Battery Charging, page 4-1“ for the details of
charging method.
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full charge, use
4.2. Cooling and Ventilation
No special cooling and ventilation is required. However, the instrument
should be operated where the ambient temperature is maintained.
5. Operation Procedure
5.1. Front Panel Description
5 4 3 1 2
1. Power; Power on / off (Momentary switch). Turning
on the power with beep sound when the switch is pressed.
2. Input Terminal; Accepts IF signal from LNB. Outputs signal (13V, 18V,
13V+22kHz, 18V+22kHz and DiSEqC signal) to Antenna system (LNB or
Switch Box).
Caution: Maximum input is as follows:
Signal: 100dBuV
DC Voltage: 50V
Excessive voltage can damage to internal
circuit.
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3 Function;
- Set the frequency, Function, Output
Signal and units.
- Store the function and data for
desired channel and call the stored
channel.
- Turning on back-light.
Use to select the function of Up/Down key.
(Frequency, Channel, Function, Output signal, unit)
Use to store the desired conditions of each channel
(push two times) (Frequency, Function, Audio Subcarrier, measuring unit) Use to change the measuring
conditions in selected channel momently (push one
time)
Up
Down
4. LCD Display; Displays measurement level and various information.
5. DC INPUT for charging internal battery pack;
Accepts external DC power from AC adaptor and Cigar socket of Car for
charging internal battery pack. When the AC adaptor is used for charging,
DC 12V500 mA is required. The input power jack could be accepting with
center plus (+).
Use to call stored channel
Use to turn on and off back light
Use to change the value in selected function by
• Change of Frequency (From 900MHz to 2,150GHz
in 250kHz step)
• Change of Channel (CH 01,02,… up to 99)
• Change of function (Normal, Peak holder, Sound)
• Change of Output signal
(13V,18V,13V+22kHz,18V+22kHz,DiSEqC)
• Change of measuring unit (dBuV, dBm, mADC)
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key.
5.2. LCD Panel Description
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2
6
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1. Bar-Graph;
Displays signal level. Minor division
indicates 1 dBuV. Same quantities of bar
will be displayed with input level
from 40dBuV to 80dBuV.
2. Function (Peak holder, Sound, Battery level)
Displays selected function (Peak, Sound) and
the level of internal battery pack.
3. Channel
Displays selected channel number
4. Level
Displays signal level with dBuV or dBm,
and current value to LNB with mADC.
5. Frequency
Displays selected IF frequency
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6. Units
Displays selected units
(dBuV and dBm for level, mADC for current)
7. Output signal to antenna signal
displays selected output signal to LNB
or antenna system. 13 V, 18 V, 13 V
with 22 kHz, 18 V with 22 kHz,
DiSEqC signal (A, B, C, D)
6. Basic Operation
6.1. Basic Operation
6.1.1.Connecting with LNB
a. Powered by SAT Level
Meter: Connect the LNB
and INPUT Connector of
this meter using a 75ohm
coaxial cable. (See figure
3-1). Set the output
voltage for proper operation.
(13V or 18V) Fig. 3-1 Connecting with LNB
b. Powered by Satellite
receiver: Use “Splitter with
DC-block” for connecting
this meter and Satellite
receiver. (See figure 3-2)
Note :
Do not apply output voltage Fig. 3-2 Powered by Satellite
from this meter by connecting Receiver
to “DC Blocked terminal”
of Splitter.
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6.1.2. Setup for Multi-Site Viewing
Figure 3-3 is shown a set-up
example for two LNB (or antenna)
system. When connect this meter to
the outlet (or Output of switch Box),
connect through “DC Block” to cut
the OUTPUT Signal form this meter.
Refer to Section 6.1.1: “Connecting
with LNB” for connecting this meter
to the LNB (or Antenna system).
Fig. 3-3
Setup for Multi-Site viewing
6.1.3. Change of Frequency to measure
The frequency can be changed in initial
status of operation and after selecting Channel.
a. Select desired frequency to measure level by
using “Up”,“Down” key. (900MHz – 2,150GHz
with 250kHz step)
** The frequency change is speed up by
pressing “Up/Down” key for fast change
of frequency.
b. Move to other selecting function by using
“Shift” key or push “Store” key(two times) to store.
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6.1.4. Setup Function of measurements
The measuring function (Normal, Peak Holder,
Sound monitoring) can be selected.
a. Move to “Function” selection group by using
“Shift” key. Function group will be blinking.
b. Select desired function by using “Up/Down” key.
- Sound: Acoustic signal strength monitoring
- Peak Holder: Displayed Measuring level is
changed when new measuring level is higher
than previous measured value.
- Normal: Displayed Measuring level from input terminal.
(Blank of Function display)
c. Move to other selecting function by using
“Shift” key or push “Store” key(two times) to store.
6.1.5. Setup Output for Antenna system
To set up outputs for antenna system
(LNB), check the required signal of LNB.
(13V, 18V, 13V+22kHz, 18V+22kHz)
a. Move to “Output” selection group by using “Shift” key.
Outputs group will be blinking.
b. Select desired output signal by using “Up”
"Down” key.
c. Move to other selecting function by using
“Shift” key or push “Store” key(two times) to store.
6.1.6. Setup DiSEqC output
The DiSEqC 1.0 output can be used for
selecting proper LNB in “multi-combined
antenna systems with DiSEqC switch” in
Europe.
** DiSEqC: Digital Satellite Equipment Control
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To set up outputs for antenna system(LNB),
check the required signal of LNB. (DiSEqC A, B, C, D)
a. Move to “DiSEqC Output” selection group
by using “Shift” key. DiSEqC group will be
blinking.
b. Select desired DiSEqC signal(A,B,C,D) by
using “Up/Down” key.
c. Move to other selecting function by using
“Shift” key or push “Store” key(two times) to store
Note: The DiSEqC Level 1.0
commands are composed
DiSEqC messages <A,B,C,D>
and Simple tone burst control
signal<SA(A,C), SB(B,D)>. And
it is combined with conventional 13/18V DC voltage and
22kHz messages to control the
4 input switch (controlled via
DiSEqC commands) and 2 way
switch(control by Tone bust or DiSEqC commands).
6.1.7. Unit Selection
The units of level(dBuV and dBm) and unit of
current can be selected for using desired unit.
a. Move to “Unit” selection group by using
“Shift” key. Unit group will be blinking.
b. Select desired unit by using “Up”
“Down” key. (dBm, dBuV, mADC)
c. Move to other selecting function by using
"Shift” key.
** When the “mADC” is selected, the current supplying to LNB
is displayed.
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6.1.8. Change of Channel Number
a. Move to “Ch” selection by using “Shift” key.
“Ch” will be blinking.
b. Select desired channel by using “Up” / “Down” key.
(Ch 01…99)
c. Move to other selecting function by using “Shift” key
or push “Store” key(two times) to store.
6.1.9. Storing of new channel with changed
setting
After setting each function and measuring
level, the selected conditions can be stored
in desired Channel from 01 to 99.
a. Set up all required conditions (Frequency,
Function, Output, unit) according to the set-up
procedures from 6.1.3 ... 6.1.5.
b. Select desired channel number to store. (Refer to 6.1.8)
c. Store Channel by using “Store” Key (two times).
d. To store other new channels, proceed from “a” to “c”.
** All of channels are set to initial conditions before shipment. So it
should be set and stored for the requirements of customer.
6.1.10. Recalling of stored Channel
To measure input level with conditions of stored channel,
a. Press “Call” key to select desired channel. ☜
The “Ch” will be blinking.
b. Select desired channel by using “UP”,
“DOWN” key.
c. Press “Call” key again to apply the conditions
of selected channel.
If the “Ch” is blinking, previous channel and
conditions are applied to measure.
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6.1.11. Indicating the level of internal battery ( )
The level of internal battery is displayed on “Battery indicator”.
Refer to following table for the status of battery voltage.
Battery sign of Indicator Battery Voltage
Auto Power off with beep sound
6.2. Level Measurement Procedure
There are two ways to measure input level.
6.2.1. Measure with stored channel and conditions
a. Select desired channel by using
“Call”, “Up/Down” key.
b. Connect Input cable to Input terminal from LNB.
c. Read “The value of input level” on Display.
6.2.2. Measure by setting the conditions
a. Select desired frequency to measure by using
“Shift”, “Up/Down” Key.
Refer to “6.1.3 Change of Frequency”.
b. Select the desired conditions(Function, Output, Unit)
by using “Shift”, “Up/Down” Key.
Refer to “6.1.4 ... 6.1.7”.
c. Read “The value of input level” on Display
6.2.3. Measurement of LNB current
The value of current to LNB can be measured as follows:
a. Select Unit group by using “Shift” key.
Select “mADC” by using “Up, Down” Key.
b. Read “The value of current” on Display.
c.
Return to previous measurin g conditions pushing “
Three bars of
indicator
Two bars of indicator Approx. 1 hrs.
One bar of indicator Approx. 30 min.
Blinking Indicator
Approx. 2 hrs.
Need to charge
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Call”
key (two times).
6.3. Additional Functions
6.3.1. Peak Holder ( )
This meter has “Peak Holder function” to support easy installation of antenna
system by detecting highest input level. The displayed measuring level is
changed when new measuring level is higher than previous measured value.
To set this function, see to 6.1.4.
6.3.2. Acoustic signal strength monitoring ( )
This meter has acoustic signal strength monitoring function to support easy
installation of antenna system by hearing the strength of input signal. The
beef sound with 1kHz is varied according to the value of input level. To set
this function, see to 6.1.4.
6.3.3. Last channel and conditions memory
When the meter turns off, the meter can memory last channel and conditions
for supporting same conditions with previous measuring.
When the power is turning on by pushing “Power” key, the previous channel
and conditions are applied again.
6.3.4. Back Light for LCD display
To read the display in dark area, the back light is turning on by pushing
“Lamp” button. To turns off back light, push “Lamp” button again.
6.3.5. Auto Power off
When the voltage of internal battery pack is less than 8.5V and the operation
of meter is stopped more than 10 minutes, the power is turning off
automatically for saving internal power. When the power is turning on by
pushing “Power” key, the previous channel and conditions are applied again.
7. Maintenance
7.1. Adjustment and Calibration
It is recommendable to regularly adjust and calibrate this meter. Qualified
and authorized personnel only should execute performance and procedures.
When the calibration or service is required, contact your local agent.
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7.2. Battery charging
CAUTION and NOTE that the battery should be fully charged after first
opening the box. The first time charging is important. Always keep the
battery level fully charged before and after use. For charging, we
recommend you following ways.
7.3. Charging by AC adaptor (Figure 4-1)
Output of 12V/500 mA DC is recommendable. The input power jack could be
accepting with center plus (+). Connect adaptor as follows. Charging time is
subject to the condition of battery pack.
Fig. 4-1 Charging by AC adaptor
7.3.1. Charging by power from Cigar-Socket of car (Figure 4-2)
The internal battery of this meter can be charged form Cigar-Socket
of car. The out voltage of Cigar socket should be higher than 12V DC.
Connect the power from Cigar socket as follows. Charging time is subject to
the condition of battery pack.
Fig 4-2 Charging by power from Cigar-Socket of car
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NOTE: Charge/Discharge instruction
For a new or longtime-not-used battery, you should do the
complete charge to Max. and exhaust (use) completely.
Do not leave the battery connected to a charger more than one
day.
Battery is gradually wearing out. If the operation time is
noticeably shorter than normal, it is time to buy a new battery.
7.4. Cleaning and Decontamination
The instrument can be cleaned with a soft clean cloth to remove any oil,
grease or grime. Never use liquid solvents or detergents. If the instrument
gets wet for any reason, dry the instrument using low-pressure clean air at
less than 25 PSI. Use care and caution around the window cover areas
where water or air could enter into the instrument while drying.
Batteries, which are used up dispose duly. Used up batteries are
hazardous and must be given in the for this being supposed
collective container.
All rights, also for translation, reprinting and copy of this manual or parts are
reserved. Reproduction of all kinds (photocopy, microfilm or other) only by
written permission of the publisher.
This manual considers the latest technical knowing. Technical changing
which are in the interest of progress reserved.
We herewith confirm, that the units are calibrated by the factory
according to the specifications as per the technical specifications.
We recommend to calibrate the unit again, after 1 year.
© PeakTech
®
06/2007
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