Sencore SMD 989 User Manual
SMD 989
DVB-S2 Satellite Modulator
User Manual
January 2018
Form 8011L www.sencore.com | 1.605.978.4600 Revision 3.2.2
SMD 989– User Manual
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Safety Instructions
Read these instructions
Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions
Do not use this apparatus near water
Clean only with dry cloth
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the
power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of the controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
operation.
If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician uses replacement parts specified by Sencore, or parts having the
same operating characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized part
substitutions made may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
There is always a danger present when using electronic equipment.
Unexpected high voltages can be present at unusual locations in defective equipment
and signal distribution systems. Become familiar with the equipment that you are
working with and observe the following safety precautions.
Every precaution has been taken in the design of your Satellite Modulator to
insure that it is as safe as possible. However, safe operation depends on you the
operator.
Always be sure your equipment is in good working order. Ensure that all points
of connection are secure to the chassis, and that protective covers are in place
and secured with fasteners.
Never work alone when working in hazardous conditions. Always have another
person close by in case of an accident.
Always refer to the manual for safe operation. If you have a question about the
application or operation call Sencore for assistance.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock never allow your
equipment to be exposed to water, rain or high moisture environments. If
exposed to a liquid, remove power safely (at the breaker) and send your
equipment to be serviced by a qualified technician.
To reduce the risk of shock the SMD 989 must be connected to a mains socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
For the SMD 989 the mains plug is the main disconnect and should remain
readily accessible and operable at all times.
The SMD 989 is equipped with an internal system battery. The SMD must be
sent if to Sencore service for replacement
CAUTION – Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type.
FCC Class A Information
The SMD 989 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class A FCC limits.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Content
Table of Figures ............................................................................................................................. 9
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 11
Abbreviations............................................................................................................................. 12
Hardware Overview ..................................................................................................................... 13
SMD 989 Chassis and Controller .............................................................................................. 13
Alarm Contact Closure .......................................................................................................... 13
10 MHz Reference Input ....................................................................................................... 14
10 MHz Reference Output .................................................................................................... 14
Control Ethernet Connection................................................................................................. 14
SMD 910 Option (Single or Multistream/IF Output) .................................................................. 15
SMD 912(A) Option (Single Stream/IF Output) ......................................................................... 15
SMD 920 Option (L-Band Output) ............................................................................................. 16
SMD 940 Option (10MHz Reference on L-Band) ..................................................................... 17
SMD 942 Option (24VDC BUC Power & 10MHz on L-Band) ................................................... 17
SMD 944 Option (48VDC BUC Power & 10MHz on L-Band) ................................................... 17
SMD 952 Option (Dual Redundant AC Power Supply) ............................................................. 18
SMD 954 Option (Dual Redundant DC Power Supply) ............................................................ 18
Software Licensing Overview ..................................................................................................... 19
SMD 961 DVB-S Modulation ..................................................................................................... 19
SMD 962 Option (DVB-S2-S2X, QPSK & 8PSK Modulation) ................................................... 19
SMD 964 Option (DVB-S2-S2X,16, 32, 64APSK Modulation) .................................................. 19
SMD 965 Option (30 Msps) ....................................................................................................... 20
SMD 966 Option (45 Msps) ....................................................................................................... 20
SMD 970 Option (TS Analysis) ................................................................................................. 20
SMD 971 Option (BISS Scrambling) ......................................................................................... 20
SMD 968 Option (TurboPSK Advanced Modulation) ................................................................ 20
Installation .................................................................................................................................... 21
General Considerations ............................................................................................................ 21
Rack size............................................................................................................................... 21
Ventilation ............................................................................................................................. 21
Power Connection ................................................................................................................. 21
AC Power Connection ........................................................................................................... 21
AC Dual Redundant Power Connection (optional) ............................................................... 21
DC Dual Redundant Power Connection (optional) ............................................................... 21
Rack Installation ........................................................................................................................ 22
Controlling the SMD 989 Using the Web GUI ........................................................................... 23
ASI Inputs .................................................................................................................................. 24
IP Inputs (SMD 910) .................................................................................................................. 26
IP Inputs SMD 912(A)(A) .......................................................................................................... 29
Modulator Settings .................................................................................................................... 33
Configure Modulator – Modulation ........................................................................................ 34
Configure Modulator – Inputs ............................................................................................... 35
Configure Modulator – Modulation Parameters .................................................................... 36
Configure Modulator – Carrier ID .......................................................................................... 39
Configure Modulator – TS Analysis ...................................................................................... 41
Configure Modulator – S2 Multistream ................................................................................. 42
Configure Modulator - PRBS ................................................................................................ 43
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Configure Modulator - BISS .................................................................................................. 44
Configure Modulator – TurboPSK ......................................................................................... 45
Configure Modulator – DVB-S2X .......................................................................................... 48
Output Settings.......................................................................................................................... 52
IF Output ................................................................................................................................... 53
RF Output .................................................................................................................................. 53
Admin Tab ................................................................................................................................. 55
User Profiles ......................................................................................................................... 56
Setting Login Password ........................................................................................................ 56
Downloading SNMP MIBs..................................................................................................... 56
Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................... 57
Unit Software Updating ......................................................................................................... 57
Unit Software Rollback .......................................................................................................... 58
Unit License Update .............................................................................................................. 59
10 MHz Reference Clock ...................................................................................................... 59
SNMP Communities .............................................................................................................. 62
SNMP Trap Managers .......................................................................................................... 63
Alarms/Log Tab ......................................................................................................................... 64
Alarms/Logs Configure ......................................................................................................... 65
SNMP Trap Configurations ................................................................................................... 68
About Tab .................................................................................................................................. 70
Controlling the SMD 989 Using the Front Panel ....................................................................... 71
Front Panel Quick Actions Menu............................................................................................... 71
Front Panel Modulator Settings ................................................................................................. 72
Modulator Input Configuration .............................................................................................. 72
Modulator Configuration – Modulation Mode/Configuration ................................................. 73
Modulator Configuration – Modulator Parameters (Inputs) .................................................. 74
Modulator Configuration – Modulator Parameters ................................................................ 76
Modulator Configuration- BISS Configuration....................................................................... 78
Modulator Configuration- PRBS Configuration ..................................................................... 79
Modulator Configuration- Carrier ID Configuration ............................................................... 79
TS Analysis Configuration..................................................................................................... 81
Output Configuration ............................................................................................................. 83
Front Panel Admin Settings ...................................................................................................... 85
Network Settings ................................................................................................................... 85
Unit Time ............................................................................................................................... 87
Temperature ......................................................................................................................... 87
Front Panel Lock ................................................................................................................... 87
10 MHz Reference ................................................................................................................ 87
Front Panel Alarms/Logs ........................................................................................................... 88
Alarms ................................................................................................................................... 88
Conditions ............................................................................................................................. 90
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Events ................................................................................................................................... 92
SNMP Trap Configurations ................................................................................................... 93
Front Panel About ..................................................................................................................... 93
About Software ..................................................................................................................... 93
About Hardware .................................................................................................................... 93
Licenses ................................................................................................................................ 94
Appendix ...................................................................................................................................... 95
Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 95
Open Source Software ............................................................................................................ 102
Warranty .................................................................................................................................. 103
Support and Contact Information ............................................................................................ 104
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Table of Figures
Figure 1: Basic SMD 989 platform .......................................................................................................... 13
Figure 2: Contact closure alarm output connector ............................................................................... 13
Figure 3: Contact closure pin connection ............................................................................................. 14
Figure 4: SMD 910 single TS input with IF output ................................................................................. 15
Figure 5: SMD 912(A) single TS input with monitor and IF output ...................................................... 15
Figure 6: SMD 920 L-Band output - shown with SMD 910 .................................................................... 16
Figure 7: SMD 920 L-Band output - shown with SMD 912(A) ............................................................... 16
Figure 8: SMD 940..................................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 9: SMD 942 and SMD 944 ............................................................................................................. 17
Figure 10: SMD 952 Dual Redundant AC Power Supply ...................................................................... 18
Figure 11: SMD 954 Dual Redundant DC Power Supply ...................................................................... 18
Figure 12: SMD 963 option multistream TS input with IF output ......................................................... 19
Figure 13: Rack mounting ....................................................................................................................... 22
Figure 14: Logon screen .......................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 15: Bay 1 home screen ................................................................................................................. 23
Figure 16: Single ASI input ...................................................................................................................... 24
Figure 17 Input LIst - Shows Disabled inputs with Multistream License............................................ 24
Figure 18: ASI configuration ................................................................................................................... 25
Figure 19 Inputs on SMD 910 Modulator ................................................................................................ 26
Figure 20: Expanded IP status ................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 21 Configure IP Receive Menu .................................................................................................... 27
Figure 22 IP inputs on SMD912 ............................................................................................................... 29
Figure 23 IP Input Settings on SMD 912(A) modulator ......................................................................... 30
Figure 24 IP Input Details List with SMD 912(A) .................................................................................... 32
Figure 25 Single stream status ............................................................................................................... 33
Figure 26 Multistream status ................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 27 Configuration Modulator settings menu example ............................................................... 34
Figure 28 Modulation Mode selection - SMD910 (Left) and SMD912 (Right) ...................................... 34
Figure 29 Primary & backup input selection, failover selections ........................................................ 35
Figure 30: Single stream DVB-S2 Configuration shown ...................................................................... 36
Figure 31: Supported modulations & code rates for DVB-S/DSNG and DVB-S2 ............................... 37
Figure 32: Carrier ID – Global Unique ID ................................................................................................ 39
Figure 33: Carrier ID Configuration ........................................................................................................ 39
Figure 34 Configure TS Analysis ............................................................................................................ 41
Figure 35 SMD 963 multi-stream configuration ..................................................................................... 42
Figure 36: PRBS Pseudo Random Binary Sequence ............................................................................ 43
Figure 37 BISS Scrambling configuration ............................................................................................. 44
Figure 38 TurboPSK (Single) modulation selection.............................................................................. 45
Figure 39 Advanced Modulation Turbo PSK modes and code rates .................................................. 46
Figure 40: Reduced Latency Selections ................................................................................................ 47
Figure 41: Configure DVB-SX2 Modulation/FEC ................................................................................... 48
Figure 42: Modulation/FEC code rates DVB-SX2 .................................................................................. 49
Figure 43: Outputs section ...................................................................................................................... 52
Figure 44: IF settings ............................................................................................................................... 53
Figure 45: RF settings .............................................................................................................................. 54
Figure 46: RF settings with 10MHz option ............................................................................................. 54
Figure 47: Admin tab ................................................................................................................................ 55
Figure 48: Password/Unit update location ............................................................................................. 55
Figure 49: Profile Manager ...................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 50: Setting password ................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 51: MIBs ......................................................................................................................................... 57
Figure 52: Updating software .................................................................................................................. 57
Figure 53: Uploading file .......................................................................................................................... 57
Figure 54: Upload successful .................................................................................................................. 58
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Figure 55: Update confirmation .............................................................................................................. 58
Figure 56: Updating unit .......................................................................................................................... 58
Figure 57: Unit restarting ......................................................................................................................... 58
Figure 58: Software rollback ................................................................................................................... 59
Figure 59: Update License ....................................................................................................................... 59
Figure 60: Reference clock ...................................................................................................................... 59
Figure 61: Network configuration ........................................................................................................... 60
Figure 62: IP settings ............................................................................................................................... 60
Figure 63: Configure Clone Settings ...................................................................................................... 61
Figure 64: Bay License Configuration .................................................................................................... 61
Figure 65: Configure Bay Assignment ................................................................................................... 62
Figure 66: Date/Time configuration ........................................................................................................ 62
Figure 67: SNMP communities ................................................................................................................ 62
Figure 68: SNMP Managers ..................................................................................................................... 63
Figure 69: Alarms reporting view............................................................................................................ 64
Figure 70: Logs reporting view ............................................................................................................... 64
Figure 71: Logs Severity/Transition Indicators ..................................................................................... 64
Figure 72: Alarms View - Configure ........................................................................................................ 65
Figure 73: Alarm Configuration............................................................................................................... 65
Figure 74: Alarm Error Configuration ..................................................................................................... 65
Figure 75: Alarm descriptions ................................................................................................................. 66
Figure 76: Event Configuration ............................................................................................................... 67
Figure 77: Event descriptions ................................................................................................................. 67
Figure 78: SNMP trap view ...................................................................................................................... 68
Figure 79: SNMP manager configuration ............................................................................................... 68
Figure 80: SNMP trap descriptions ......................................................................................................... 69
Figure 81: About page .............................................................................................................................. 70
Figure 82: Alarm descriptions ................................................................................................................. 89
Figure 83: Relay event descriptions ....................................................................................................... 91
Figure 84: Event descriptions ................................................................................................................. 92
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Introduction
The SMD-989 is a versatile DVB-S/S2/S2X/TurboPSK modulator platform capable of one or two
channels of modulation per rack unit. The SMD-989 comes standard with IP and ASI inputs to
offer flexibility for future changes in network architecture or sourcing content from two different
interfaces. The SMD also supports advanced DVB-S2 features such as 16APSK and 32APSK
modulation as well as the carriage of multiple streams on a single RF carrier. It further supports
the advanced modulator coding scheme turbo PSK and S2X.
This manual describes how to install, configure, and operate the SMD 989 DVBS/S2/S2X/TurboPSK Modulator. It is written for professional operators of video distribution
systems and assumes a prerequisite level of technical knowledge.
The SMD 989 is controllable through the front panel interface, a supported web browser and/or
via SNMP which also provide alarms and traps that may be configured to alert users when errors
occur through automation systems.
Through the SMD 989 web interface, front panel, or SNMP the user can perform tasks such as
configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Supported WEB interface browsers include:
- Internet Explorer 7 & above
- Mozilla Firefox 3.5 & above
- Google Chrome
Please check to be sure your web browser is supported as above.
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Abbreviations
16 APSK – 16 Amplitude and Phase Shift Keying
32 APSK – 32 Amplitude and Phase Shift Keying
64 APSK -- 64 Amplitude and Phase Shift Keying
ASI – Asynchronous Serial Interface
BCH - Bose and Ray Chaudhuri code
BISS – Basic Interoperable Scrambling System
BNC – British Naval Connector
BPS – Bits per second
CAM – Conditional Access Module
CAT – Conditional Access Table
CI – Common Interface
CID – Carrier Identification
DHCP – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DVB – Digital Video Broadcasting
FCC – Federal Communications Commission
HD – High Definition
IF – Intermediate Frequency
I/O – Input/Output
IP – Internet Protocol
ISI – Intersymbol Interference
LED – Light Emitting Diode
MAC – Media Access Control
Mbps – 1,000,000 bits per second
MER – Modulation Error Ratio
MPEG – Refers to standards developed by the ISO/IEC JTC1/SC29
WG11 MPEG-2 – Refers to ISO/IEC standards 13818-1 (Systems), 13818-2
(Video), 13818-3 (Audio), 13818-4 (Conformance)
MPTS – Multiple Program Transport Stream
NTP – Network Time Protocol
PAT – Program Association Table
PCR – Program Clock Reference
PID – Packet Identifier
PMT – Program Map Table
QAM – Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
QPSK – Quadrature Phase Shift Keying
RF – Radio Frequency
RU – Rack Unit
RW – Read/Write
SD – Standard Definition
SI – Service Information
SNMP – Simple Network Management Protocol
SPTS – Single Program Transport Stream
TS – Transport Stream
Turbo PSK - Advanced Modulation Coding Phase Shift Keying
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CONTROL REF IN
ALARM
BAY 2
BAY 1
100-240VAC, 47-63Hz, 200W
Figure 1: Basic SMD 989 platform
Figure 2: Contact closure alarm output connector
ALARM
1
6
5
9
Hardware Overview
The SMD 989 consists of a chassis with two bays which can house individually configured
modulators. There are two different modulator options including the SMD 910 or SMD912(A).
These options are described in the next section of this manual. Each modulator option can be
configured to support either IF or L-band outputs. The modulators support all DVB-S/S2
modulation types from QPSK to 64 APSK. The SMD 910 modulator can be upgraded to support
multistream outputs with streams input to one of the four ASI ports or IP interface. The SMD912
modulator can be upgraded to support Turbo PSK advanced modulation. This section of the
manual describes the chassis and hardware options available.
SMD 989 Chassis and Controller
The Sencore SMD 989 satellite modulator platform can be configured in multiple hardware
configurations. The two bays with the controller located in the middle of the chassis as shown in
Figure 1.
The controller module hosts the graphical user interface along with the relays and 10 MHz input
reference. Looking at the rear of the chassis, the left slot is bay 1 and the right slot is bay 2.
Each bay is independently controlled and operated. Therefore each bay needs to be configured
separately in order to ensure the expected operation.
The SMD 989 platform offers eight modulation options. The modulation module is the SMD 910
which includes an MPEGoIP input via RJ45, four ASI inputs via BNC connectors, and an IF
output via a BNC connector. The SMD 910 option can be configured with an optional L-band
output module, the SMD 920 which includes and L-band output via an SMA connector. The other
licenses available are software licenses enabling features for bitrates, DVB-S2, and multistream.
Alarm Contact Closure
The Alarm contact closure output connector allows a user to configure two separate contacts that
can be used to drive external alarm indicators (sirens, flashlight etc.) or can be used to connect to
a redundancy switching system. The pinout in Figure 3 shows the relays in a de-energized state.
When the SMD 989 is on the relays energize. This allows the possibility to monitor the state of
the relays if the unit losses power the relays de-energize and a redundant unit can be activated.
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Pin 2: Relay
1 Common
Pin 4: Relay
2 Common
Pin 1: Relay 1
Normal Closed
Pin 3: Relay 1
Normal Open
Pin 6: Relay 2
Normal Closed
Pin 5: Relay 2
Normal Open
Figure 3: Contact closure pin connection
10 MHz Reference Input
The clock input (CLK IN) is used when a reference with enhanced stability is needed or when
several modulators need to be synchronized to the same clock source. The level should be 0
dBm nominally or within a range of -3 to +7 dbm.. The unit automatically senses and switches
between the internal or external reference based on presence detection. By default, the internal
clock reference is used. When an external clock input is sensed, the unit automatically locks to
the incoming reference.
10 MHz Reference Output
The clock output (CLK Out), not shown in figure 1, is used to provide a sample of the internal
reference clock when it is desired to synchronize other equipment to the modulator’s reference
clock or output. The output level is approximately 0 dbm. This output is subsequently and
automatically locked to a 10 MHz reference input when an input is applied to the 10 MHz
Reference Input.
Control Ethernet Connection
A standard RJ-45 connector provides connection to the SNMP and Web Interface of the SMD
989 platform. The connection is a 10/100 BaseT connection. A user can view the IP address of
the unit from the front panel or once known can access the web interface through any supported
web browser by typing the IP address of the unit. The control port is capable of both DHCP and
static IP addressing. By default the IP address of the SMD 989 is statically set to 10.0.0.60.
Supported Web Browsers include:
Internet Explorer 7 & above
Firefox 3.5 & above
Google Chrome
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Figure 5: SMD 912(A) single TS input with monitor and IF output
SMD 910 Option (Single or Multistream/IF Output)
The SMD 910 Module option offers single stream or S2 multistream modulation. A single stream
input is selected with one of the ASI and IP inputs to the modulator. There is one IP input port and
four ASI ports available by default and come standard. The user is allowed to select the desired
input in the front panel, web interface, and/or SNMP. Multistream permits multiple input selections
up to 6 streams via the ASI or IP inputs. The IF Out port provides the modulated IF output which
is 70 MHz by default but user selectable between 70 and 140 MHz.
Figure 4: SMD 910 single TS input with IF output
The SMD 910 option has three different types of I/O as shown in Figure 4.
- Data input (RJ45 10/100/1000 auto detect speed & status)
- ASI inputs (75 ohm BNC connectors x4)
- IF output (75 ohm BNC connector)
SMD 912(A) Option (Single Stream/IF Output)
The SMD 912 or SMD 912A Module option offers a single TS stream modulation. A single stream
input to the modulator is selected through either the ASI or IP inputs. There are two IP input ports
and two ASI input ports available by default and come standard. The user is allowed to select the
desired input in the front panel, web interface, and/or SNMP. The IF Out port provides the
modulated IF output which is user selectable between 70 and 140 MHz. The MON OUT (monitor
output) provides a fixed L-band test output at a frequency of 1100 MHz. The monitor output
simultaneously provides a second IF output which mirrors the selected IF output frequency with a
level that is – 20 dB in respect to the IF Out port level. The SMD 912 provides an IF output level
range from -30 to -5 dBm while the SMD 912A output range is -20 to +5 dBm.
The SDM 912(A) option has four different types of I/O as shown in Figure 5.
- Data inputs (RJ45 10/100/1000 auto detect speed & status x2)
- ASI inputs (75 ohm BNC connector x2)
- Monitor output (75 ohm BNC connector)
- IF output (75 ohm BNC connector)
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IF OUT
IF IN
1
2 3
4
DATA IN
L-BAND OUT
MON
PRI
ASI IN
SMD 920 Option (L-Band Output)
The SMD 920 module provides an L-Band output to either the SMD910 or SMD 912(A) modulator
boards. The SMD 920 must accompany either an SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) modulator board in
the SMD 989 platform. Inputs to the SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) are described on the previous page
of this manual. The SMD 920 module receives an IF input from the SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) and
upconverts it to an L-Band frequency output. A short jumper cable from the IF OUT to the IF IN
jacks is needed. The IF Input to the SMD 920 L-Band upconverter board is auto detected and
must be either a 70MHz or 140 MHz carrier. Therefore, the SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) must be set
to output either 70 or 140 MHz for use with the SMD 920. The L-band Output frequency is user
settable from 950 to 2150 MHz.
Figure 6: SMD 920 L-Band output - shown with SMD 910
The SMD 920 in combination with the SMD 910 modulator option has six different types of I/O as
shown in Figure 6.
Data input (RJ45 10/100/1000 auto detect speed & status)
ASI inputs (75 ohm BNC connector x4)
IF output (75 ohm BNC connector)
Upconverter IF input (75 ohm BNC Connector)
L-band primary output (50 ohm SMA connector)
L-band monitor output (50 ohm SMA connector -20 dBc from primary)
The SMD 920 in combination with the SMD 912(A) modulator option as 7 I/Os (Figure 7).
Figure 7: SMD 920 L-Band output - shown with SMD 912(A)
Data input (RJ45 10/100/1000 auto detect speed & status)
ASI inputs (75 ohm BNC connector x2)
Monitor output 1100MHz, -50 dBm (75 ohm BNC connector)
IF output (75 ohm BNC connector)
Upconverter IF input (75 ohm BNC Connector)
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L-band primary output (50 ohm SMA connector)
L-band monitor output (50 ohm SMA connector -20 dBc from primary)
SMD 940 Option (10MHz Reference on L-Band)
The SMD 940 Option, when used with options SMD 920, adds the capability to combine the LBand output with an internal 10MHz oven-controlled crystal oscillator or with an external 10MHz
reference. SMD 940 eliminates the need for an external diplexer. Option 940 is also adds the
capability to combine an external DC to the L-Band output when not used with options SMD 942
and SMD 944 described below. The L-BAND Pri output on the SMD 920 is connected to the
LOOP IN. The L-Band RF, 10MHz and DC are combined at the PRI OUT w/ 10MHz + DC
connector.
Figure 8: SMD 940
SMD 942 Option (24VDC BUC Power & 10MHz on L-Band)
The SMD 942 Option includes option SMD 940 with the additional capability to provide 24VDC
power along with 10MHz and L-Band modulated signal on the same connector. SMD 942
eliminates the need for an external DC supply and external diplexer. The L-BAND Pri output is
connected to the LOOP IN. The L-Band RF, 10MHz and DC are combined at the PRI OUT w/
10MHz + DC connector.
Figure 9: SMD 942 and SMD 944
SMD 944 Option (48VDC BUC Power & 10MHz on L-Band)
The SMD 944 Option includes option SMD 940 with the additional capability to provide 48VDC
power along with 10MHz and L-Band modulated signal on the same connector. SMD 944
eliminates the need for an external DC supply and external diplexer. The L-BAND Pri output is
connected to the LOOP IN. The L-Band RF, 10MHz and DC are combined at the PRI OUT w/
10MHz + DC connector.
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SMD 952 Option (Dual Redundant AC Power Supply)
The SMD 952 Option Dual Redundant AC Power Supply provides a redundant hot swappable
power supply for the unit. If either power supply fails the backup supply will be automatically
activated. A power supply failure event will result in an audible alarm notification along with Front
Panel and GUI Error notification. The audible alarm can be reset on by pressing the red button on
power supply module. The faulty supply can then be removed and replaced without the need to
power down the unit or remove the unit from the rack.
Figure 10: SMD 952 Dual Redundant AC Power Supply
SMD 954 Option (Dual Redundant DC Power Supply)
The SMD 952 Option Dual Redundant DC Power Supply provides a redundant hot swappable
power supply for the unit. If either power supply fails the backup supply will be automatically
activated. A power supply failure event will result in an audible alarm notification along with Front
Panel and GUI Error notification. The audible alarm can be reset on by pressing the red button on
power supply module. The faulty supply can then be removed and replaced without the need to
power down the unit or remove the unit from the rack.
Figure 11: SMD 954 Dual Redundant DC Power Supply
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IF OUT
IF IN
1
2 3
4
DATA IN
ASI IN
Figure 12: SMD 963 option multistream TS input with IF output
Software Licensing Overview
SMD 961 DVB-S Modulation
The SMD 961 option is a software license allowing the modulator board to modulate DVBS/DSNG using QPSK, 8PSK, or 16QAM. This option is enabled on all SMD 910 or SMD
912(A)(A) modules by default.
SMD 962 Option (DVB-S2-S2X, QPSK & 8PSK Modulation)
The SMD 962 option is a software license allowing the modulator SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) board
to modulate DVB-S and DVB-S2. This option includes the SMD 961 license which allows for
DVB-S/DSNG. The SMD 962 option includes QPSK and 8PSK for DVB-S2 and DVB-S2X to 15
Msps. This option can be licensed on the unit at any time without sending it back to the factory.
SMD 963 Option (DVB-S2 Multistream)
The SMD 963 option is a software license which enables multistream for CCM and VCM support
for the SMD 910 when used with DVB-S2. This option is not available when using the SMD
912(A)(A) modulator board. The 963 option supports up to a total of 6 TS streams sourced from
any of the ASI or IP inputs. The user is allowed to select the desired amount of inputs and type
from the front panel, web interface, and/or SNMP. This option can be licensed on an SMD989
unit with an SMD910 modulator at any time without sending it back to the factory. The SMD 970
TS Analysis option is not applicable with DVB-S2 Multistream signals.
The SMD 963 option has three different types of I/O as shown with SMD 910 board in Figure 12.
- Data input (RJ45 10/100/1000 auto detect speed & status)
- ASI inputs (75 ohm BNC connector)
- IF output (75 ohm BNC connector)
SMD 964 Option (DVB-S2-S2X,16, 32, 64APSK Modulation)
The SMD 964 option is a software license allowing the modulator SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) to
modulate DVB-S, DVB-S2 and DVB-S2X to 15 Msps. This option includes the SMD 961 and
SMD 962 licensed capabilities which allows for DVB-S, DVB-S2 and DVB-S2X at QPSK and
8PSK. The SMD 964 option further includes 16 APSK, 32 APSK, and,64APSK modulations for
DVB-S2 and DVB-S2X. This option can be licensed on the unit at any time without sending it
back to the factory.
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SMD 965 Option (30 Msps)
The SMD 965 option is a software license allowing the modulator SMD 910 board or SMD
912(A)(A) board to modulate at a symbol rate up to 30 Msps. The default symbol rate is 0.5 to 15
Msps and the SMD 965 option allows the modulator to extend the rate up to 30 Msps. This
option can be licensed on the unit at any time without sending it back to the factory.
SMD 966 Option (45 Msps)
The SMD 966 option is a software license allowing the modulator SMD 910 or SMD 912(A) board
to modulate at a symbol rate up to 45 Msps. The default symbol rate is 0.5 to 15 Msps and the
SMD 966 option allows the modulator to extend the rate up to 45 Msps. Since the SMD 966
allows up to 45 Msps it includes the SMD 965 license. This option can be licensed on the unit at
any time without sending it back to the factory.
SMD 970 Option (TS Analysis)
The SMD 970 option is a software license which adds TS analysis to the primary and secondary
(backup) inputs of the SMD 910 or SMD 912(A)(A) modulator. This option extends the input error
detection, of the primary and backup inputs following the TS 101 290 [4] guidelines. The TS
errors can be configured as a switch to backup trigger and as alarm indicators. This option can be
licensed on the unit at any time without sending it back to the factory.
SMD 971 Option (BISS Scrambling)
The SMD 971 option is a software license which enables support of Biss Scrambling in the SMD
910 or SMD 912(A) Modulator Module. BISS is a “Basic Interoperable Scrambling System” for
use on DVB signals which encrypts the entire transport stream using fixed session keys. SMD971 Supports Biss Mode 1 and BISS Mode E. BISS-E introduce encrypted session words and
allow centrally-managed conditional access. This option can be licensed on the unit at any time
without sending it back to the factory.
SMD 968 Option (TurboPSK Advanced Modulation)
The SMD 968 option is a software license which enables support of an advanced modulation and
coding technology in the SMD 912(A) modulator option. This option is not available on the SMD
910 modulator. This option enables the SMD 912(A) modulator to generate and an advanced
modulation and coding transmission developed by Broadcom. The transmission is commonly
referred to as 8PSK turbo code or simply “Turbo PSK.” This option when combined with SMD
965 increases the turbo output symbol rates from a limit of 15 Msps to 30 Msps. This option can
be licensed on a unit with SMD 912(A) modulator or dual modulators at any time without sending
it back to the factory.
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Installation
General Considerations
This section describes the installation procedure for the SMD 989.
Rack size
The chassis is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch rack. The SMD 989 occupies 1RU
of rack space. All of the cable connections are located on the rear of the unit.
Ventilation
The SMD 989 is cooled via forced induction through the front of the unit and exhausted through
the vents in the rear. The SMD 989 is equipped with a temperature monitors to ensure operating
temperature is maintained.
Power Connection
Using the proper power connections is vital to the safe operation of the SMD 989. Only use the
supplied 3-prong power connector or one with equal specifications.
AC Power Connection
The SMD 989 is capable of either operating on 120V or 240V systems. The power supply will
automatically detect the system it is connected to. To hook up the power use the following steps:
1. Locate the AC power cord included with the SMD 989.
2. Plug the female end of the power cord (end with no prongs) into the back of the unit.
3. Locate a protected outlet (usually inside of the rack) to plug the male end of the power
cable into.
AC Dual Redundant Power Connection (optional)
The Dual Redundant option allows the SMD 989 to be powered by two separate AC supplies
either operating on 120V or 240V systems. The power supply will automatically detect the
system it is connected to. To hook up the power use the following steps:
1. Locate the AC power cords included with the SMD 989.
2. Plug the female end of the power cords (end with no prongs) into the back of the unit.
3. Locate a protected outlet (usually inside of the rack) to plug the male end of the power
cord into.
DC Dual Redundant Power Connection (optional)
The Dual Redundant option allows the SMD 989 to be powered by two separate DC supplies
operating on a -48VDC system. To hook up the power use the following steps:
1. Connect the negative 48VDC to the terminal labeled -48V.
2. Connect ground to the terminal labeled 0V
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Figure 13: Rack mounting
Rack Installation
To install the SMD 989 into a rack use the following steps:
1. Determine the desired position in the rack for the SMD making sure that the air intake on
the front of the unit and the exhausts on the rear of the unit will not be obstructed.
2. Insert the rack mount clips into place over the mounting holes in the rack.
3. Slide the SMD into position in the rack.
4. Secure the SMD to the rack by installing the four screws through the front mounting holes
and tightening.
WARNING: To prevent injury, the apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in
accordance with the installation instructions.
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Figure 15: Bay 1 home screen
Figure 14: Logon screen
Controlling the SMD 989 Using the Web GUI
From any supported web browser (IE 7 or above, Firefox 3.5, Google Chrome) that is connected
to the same network as the SMD 989, type the IP address of the unit to access the web interface.
By default the IP address of the unit is set to static at 10.0.0.60. The SMD 989 is also capable of
DHCP addressing and accessing via host name. Refer to Controlling the SMD 989 Using the
Front Panel for initial IP settings.
Upon correctly connecting to the unit, a dialog box similar to Figure 14 appears asking the user to
login. By default the password is left blank. Once logged on, the password can be set in the
“Admin” tab.
When logged in a page similar to that shown in Figure 15 appears. Depending on the options of
modules/features installed, page variations will be seen and are normal.
The main screen for each bay is displayed in a left-to-right fashion. Inputs are shown on the left,
processing in the middle section and outputs are shown on the right. The user is capable of
configuring all parameters of the modulator from this page by clicking on the (cog) icon
which represents a settings configuration.
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Figure 16: Single ASI input
ASI Inputs
The ASI inputs to the modulator are shown on the left column of the home screen for each bay.
The available inputs are listed in sections or rows. Each input has either an enabled or disabled
status. To see all the possible inputs, click on the Show Disabled tab. To see only the enabled
inputs, click on the Hide Disabled tab. Depending on the unit licensing the inputs that are enabled
by default and listed may be different.
The inputs available on the SMD 910 modulator include (4) ASI inputs and (6) IP inputs. These
will be shown when the Show Disabled icon is selected. The inputs available on the SMD 912(A)
modulator includes (2) ASI inputs and 6 IP inputs in both IP port 1 and IP port 2.
Clicking on the “ ” sign by each ASI port allows the advanced details to be shown for the port.
ASI details include only a packet size indication.
By default ASI input port 1 is enabled, but by clicking on the settings tab for each ASI input the
port may be enabled. To configure an ASI port, click on the Icon. In the Configuration ASI
Port menu, as shown in Figure 18, the input can be enabled or disabled. Each input port allows
the user to set a local Alias for each port. This is a friendly name that can be used to name the
input for easy reference in the future.
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Figure 17 Input List - Shows Disabled inputs with Multistream License
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Green LED
Status is good. No errors are present and
function is operating normally.
Red LED
Status indicates input is active but with
active error(s). View errors in the
Alarms/Logs menu
Grey LED
Input is inactive and/or alarms are inactive
Figure 18: ASI configuration
Each input port listing or section contains an active input bitrate indication on the right side of the
section. When the input is enabled and an active transport stream is present on that input, the
bitrate counter indicates the incoming bitrate in Mbps.
Each input port listing contains a status indicator light near the right side of the listing. If the port
is enabled and no sync is detected, an error will be indicated by a red light. Errors can be user
enabled/disabled if desired. Please see the Alarm/Logs Section for details. The chart below
describes the status indicator lights.
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Green LED
Status is good. No errors are present and
function is operating normally.
Red LED
Status indicates input is active but with
active error(s). View errors in the
Alarms/Logs menu
Grey LED
Input is inactive and/or alarms are inactive
IP Inputs (SMD 910)
The IP inputs to the SMD 910 modulator are shown on the left column of the home screen for
each bay. The available IP inputs are listed in rows under the ASI inputs. Each IP input has
either an enabled or disabled status. To see all the possible IP inputs, click on the Show Disabled
tab. To see only the enabled inputs, click on the Hide Disabled tab. Depending on the unit
licensing the IP inputs that are enabled by default and listed may be different.
The IP inputs available on the SMD 910 modulator include (6) IP inputs via IP port 1. These
inputs are shown when the Show Disabled icon is selected as shown in Figure 19.
Each IP input port listing or section contains an active input bitrate indication on the right side of
the section. When the input is enabled and an active transport stream is present on that input, the
bitrate counter indicates the incoming bitrate in Mbps.
Each IP input port listing contains a status indicator light near the right side of the listing. If the
port is enabled and no sync is detected, an error will be indicated by a red light. Errors can be
user enabled/disabled if desired. Please see the Alarm/Logs Section for details. The chart below
describes the status indicator lights.
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Figure 19 Inputs on SMD 910 Modulator
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Figure 20: Expanded IP status
Each input has a listing of advanced details providing information regarding the settings and
status of the input. Clicking on the “ ” sign by each IP port allows the advanced details to be
shown as presented in Figure 20. Click on the down arrow to close the advanced details list
menu. The advanced details list includes routing, port, input buffer, protocol, packet, and IGMP
filter information which reflects the current settings of the IP input port.
Each input can be configured within a configuration menu. Figure 21 represents the IP settings
(SMD 910) for an individual IP source, by default all IP inputs Input ports are enabled by clicking
on the settings tab for each IP input and enabling the port, moving the port into the Enabled List.
This allows for customizing the view for quick reference. The input can be returned to the
disabled section or list by disabling the port in the settings tab.
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Figure 21 Configure IP Receive Menu
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Receive
Enabled
Disabled
This setting allows the user to enable or
disable the IP input stream for primary or
backup use or input to the modulator
Alias
Permits entry of friendly name or description
Routing Mode
Multicast
Unicast
Multicast setting allows the unit to receive
multicast streams. Multicast streams
originate from the IP range 224.0.0.0 –
239.255.255.255. Unicast allows the unit to
receive unicast streams. Unicast streams
originate directly from a source device.
Destination IP
224.0.0.0 –
239.255.255.255
This setting is only available when receiving
a multicast stream. This address is the IP
address the source device is sending to.
Destination Port
0 – 65535
This is the UDP port the source device is
sending to. This is the only setting required to
receive a unicast stream.
Input Buffer Size
(KB)
10 – 600 KB
This setting determines how much data is
received before the SMD 989 starts
decoding. Increasing this value will allow the
SMD 989 to receive streams on networks
with high network jitter. Increasing this value
also increases the latency of the SMD 989.
IGMP Filter Mode
Exclude
Include
Used on networks supporting IGMPv3. If this
setting is set to Exclude any streams
originating from the user defined IP
addresses will be rejected. If this setting is
set to Include any streams originating from
the user defined IP addresses will be
received.
The following chart provides a list of the selections in the IP input configuration menu and a
description of setting.
Note: IGMPv2 is used to join/leave multicast streams by default if no IGMP Filter addresses are
entered. If IGMP Filter Mode addresses are specified then IGMPv3 is used.
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IP Inputs SMD 912(A)
The SMD 912(A) or SMD 912(A) provides two physical IP input ports compared to one port on
the SMD 910. It further provides RTP/FEC receive capabilities along with configuration of the
input buffer by delay time. The IP inputs are also monitored for FEC status information and errors.
This section provides details of IP input settings and monitoring details when using the SMD
912(A) modulator.
The IP inputs to the SMD 912(A) modulator are shown on the left column of the home screen for
each bay. The available IP inputs are listed in rows under the ASI inputs. Each IP input has
either an enabled or disabled status. To see all the possible IP inputs, click on the Show Disabled
tab. To see only the enabled inputs, click on the Hide Disabled tab. Depending on the unit
licensing the IP inputs that are enabled by default and listed may be different.
The IP inputs available on the SMD 912(A) modulator include (6) IP inputs. These six inputs may
be sourced from either IP port 1 or IP port 2. These six possible inputs are shown when the Show
Disabled icon is selected as shown in figure 22.
Figure 22 IP inputs on SMD912
The modulator setup provides a user selection of a primary and backup input routed to the
modulator. This is explained in the next section of this manual. The primary and backup inputs
are selected from the list of inputs on the left side of the home menu. For normal operation the
primary and backup inputs must be selected from listed inputs that are enabled and actively
receiving an input transport stream. The DVB-S/DSNG single-stream, DVB-S2 CCM singlestream, DVB S2X single-stream or TurboPSK modulation modes default the primary input to ASI
1.
Each IP input port listing or section contains an active input bitrate indication on the right side of
the section. When the input is enabled and an active transport stream is present on that input, the
bitrate counter indicates the incoming bitrate in Mbps.
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Green LED
Status is good. No errors are present and
function is operating normally.
Red LED
Status indicates input is active but with
active error(s). View errors in the
Alarms/Logs menu
Grey LED
Input is inactive and/or alarms are inactive
Each IP input port listing contains a status indicator light near the right side of the listing. If the
port is enabled and no sync is detected, an error will be indicated by a red light. Errors can be
user enabled/disabled if desired. Please see the Alarm/Logs Section for details. The chart below
describes the status indicator lights.
Each input can be configured within its own configuration menu. . Figure 23 represents the IP
settings (SMD 912(A)) for an individual IP source. This section provides a description of the
settings in the input’s Configure IP Receive menu.
The Receive Enable/Disable field is used to make the input active or inactive. When enabled or
active the SMD 989 begins to monitor the input status with the alarms and logging. By default
most input ports are disabled, but by clicking on the settings tab for an IP input and selecting
enable the port is moved into the Enabled list. This allows for customizing the view of the inputs in
the home menu. The input can be returned to the disabled status by disabling the input.
Figure 23 IP Input Settings on SMD 912(A) modulator
The Configure IP Receive menu permits user definition of the receive characteristics of that input.
The following chart provides a list of the selections along with a description of the settings for
each field.
Each input allows the user to set a local alias or friendly name for easy reference. The general IP
settings section allows a user to enter the unicast/multicast address along with destination port.
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