INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
FOR SYSTEM OPERATORS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Before installing and operating this equipment, read all Safety, Installation and Operating sections. Retain
this manual for future reference.
2. Follow all instructions — Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit or severe personal injury.
3. Servicing should not be attempted by the user. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all
servicing to factory qualified personnel.
4. Shock Hazard — An electrical shock hazard exists when the chassis cover is removed as is required to set
internal controls. Always disconnect power from the unit before removing the cover.
5. Cleaning — Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
LES PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
1. Avant d'installer ou d'opérer cet équipement, lisez, toutes les sections de sécurités, d'installations et
d'opérations. Gardez ce manuel comme source de référence.
2. Suivez toutes instructions - si non, vous risquez d'endommager la machine ou de vous blesser
sérieusement.
3. N'essayez, pas de réparer cet équipement vous même. Référez toutes revisions nécessaire au personnel
qualifié de la manufacture.
4. Risque de choc - Il y a un risque de décharge électrique qui existe quand la couverture du châssis est
enlevée, comme est nécessaire pour ajuster les contrôlcs internes. Il faut toujours couper l'électricité avant
d'enlever le couvercle pour faire aucun ajustage.
5. Le nettoyage - n'utilisez pas de nettoyeurs aérosols ou liquides. Utilisez un tissu humide pour nettoyer.
Attention Ne pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ou débrancher les câbles pendant un orage du
foudre.
☛ Caution: To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in section 1.1307, any antenna
which is connected to an MA4061/MA4070 requires a minimum distance of 1.5 meters
between it and all persons.
☛ Important Installation Instructions
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INDEX
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 7
1.1 System Overview..................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 System Features .......................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Unpacking the Unit..................................................................................................................................9
2.3 Power Requirements ................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Front Panel Description..........................................................................................................................11
3.2 Front Panel Operating Modes ................................................................................................................15
3.3 Remote Control Operating Instructions..................................................................................................18
8.2 Service Policies: How to Return an Item for Service .............................................................................43
8.3 Repair Charges and Warranty Exemptions ............................................................................................43
APPENDIX A – CRC – 16 Calculations Table................................................................................ 44
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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 System Overview
The MA4061B is a fully agile commercial quality IF upconverter for MMDS and LMDS applications. Advanced
design permits full frequency agility over the 2500 to 2686 MHz frequency band while still maintaining a phase
noise specification which exceeds the requirement of 64 QAM. The MA4061B is a modular circuit card
designed for use with the WaveCom MA4000 Series. The MA4070B is a solid state, fixed gain power
amplifier for MMDS applications. Each MA4000 card chassis with common MA4010 power supply can contain
up to 2 MA4061B independent frequency agile upconverters, and complementing MA4070B Power Amps in a
4U rack mount configuration. Up to 10 MA4061B’s can also be configured in a MA4000 chassis. This
advanced cost effective upconverter offers high performance, flexibility and space efficiency.
1.2 MA4061B Module Features
• Front panel selectable output frequency from 2500 to 2686 in 62.5 kHz steps
• RF output muted when changing output configuration or phase lock alarm
• High reliability, state of the art design using microstrip MMIC and surface mount technology; conservative
component derating and 100% burn in help ensure reliable operation
• Low power consumption
• Input IF AGC ensures very stable output level, even if input varies
1.3 MA4070B Module Features
• FCC emission mask approved for 31.5 dBm RF output
• 1.41W linear transmit power for 64 QAM modulation
• May be operated with video
• High reliability, state of the art design using microstrip MMIC and surface mount technology; conservative
component derating and 100% burn in help ensure reliable operation
• Low power consumption
1.4 System Features
• Local control via LCD and 4 soft touch push buttons
• Remote frequency and level agile via RS232/RS485
• Fully phase locked synthesized oscillators referenced to a TCXO for exceptional frequency stability
• Durable design is reflected in the stainless steel chassis and lexan labels
• International internal switching power supply (100 to 240 VAC)
• Front panel displays IF/RF power
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1.5 Specifications
IF INPUT - MA4061B
IF Frequency (center of the band) 44.00 MHz
Channel Pass Band 6 MHz (custom BW possible)
IF Input Level 25 to 35 dBmV (total power)
Impedance 75 ohm
IF AGC enable/disable
RF OUTPUT - MA4061B
Output Frequency Range 2500 to 2686 MHz
Frequency Step Size 62.5 kHz
Output Level -15 dBm to 3 dBm (adjustable)
Frequency Response (Over any 5 MHz band) ±0.5 dB
Spurious Products (2500 to 2686 MHz) -60 dBc
Frequency Stability (10 to 40°C) ±3 kHz (MA4010 TCXO 1 ppm)
C/N In Band -60 dBc (4 MHz BW)
Phase Noise -94 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset
Output Return Loss (2500 to 2686 MHz) -20 dB
MA4070B
Output Frequency 2500 to 2600 MHz
(any 100 MHz band available from 2500 to 2700 MHz)
Output Power FCC emission mask approved for 31.5 dBm
Gain 34 dB ±2 dB, fixed
Gain Stability ±0.5dB (10 to 40° C)
Gain Flatness ±0.3 dB over 6 MHz
Mute Level -60 dBc
Spurious
Inband -55 dBc
Out of Band -55 dBc
Sync Pulse Compression 2 IRE max (analog video, 7 W)
Spectral Sideband Regrowth -35 dBc max (64 QAM, 2 W)
Input Impedance 50 ohm
Output connector N female
Front Panel Indicators DC Power, RF High, RF Low, High Reverse Power
MISCELLANEOUS
Remote Control Interface RS232/RS485
Remote Control Connector RJ45 (in and out)
Operating Temperature 10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F)
IF Input Connector F female (75 ohm)
RF Output Connector SMA female (50 ohm)
MA4010 Power Supply 100 to 240 VAC; 50/60 Hz
Shipping Weight
MA4000 chassis with MA4010 PS 18 lbs. (8.2 kg)
MA4061 Modulator Card (each) 1.2 lbs. (0.6 kg)
MA4070B Power Amplifier Module (each) 6.2 lbs. (2.8 kg)
Dimensions (MA4000 chassis) 19" (w) x 13.7" (d) x 7" (h) (48. 3 x 34.8 x 17.8 cm)
Mounting (MA4000 chassis) Standard 19" rack - 4U (7.0")
OTHER FEATURES
Local and Remote Control
RF Output Muting with Visual Indicator
OPTIONS
MA4070B Power/Control Module (MA4011D and/or MA4012D)
FP1 - Frequency Plan 2.5 GHz to 2.6 GHz 2R1 - Additional PS4011D (100 t o 240 VAC) Power Supply Module
FP2 - Frequency Plan 2.6 GHz to 2.7 GHz 2R2 - Additional PS4012D (-48 VDC) Power Supply Module
Chassis
8F1 - Front Intake - Fan Tray
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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2.0 INSTALLATION
2.1 Unpacking the Unit
Carefully remove the equipment from its packing material and set it on a solid surface, such as a table or
desk. If it appears damaged in any way, notify the carrier, and keep all packing materials for inspection by the
carrier’s agent.
2.2 Operating Environment
The MA4001B chassis includes an active cooling fan tray which forces cooling air from the bottom through to
the top of the chassis. (See options (p 8) for selection of front air intake – rear air intake is factory default). For
adequate ventilation, a space of 1U (1.75”) should be left in the rack, directly above the MA4001B chassis for
warm air exhaust. It is designed to operate at temperatures ranging from 10 to 40
electrical equipment, operation at excessive temperature accelerates the deterioration of components. For this
reason, measures should be taken to prevent the build up of excessive heat in the rack.
o
C (50 to 104oF). As with all
2.2.2 Antenna Requirements
The MA4070B is used with a user-supplied antenna. Please consult table 2.2A for further information. Mount
the antenna according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 2.2
2.2A
A: A
: ANTENNA
ABLE ABLE
2.22.2
AA
: A: A
NTENNA L
NTENNA NTENNA
LIST
IST
ISTIST
LL
Transceiver Power Antenna Type Antenna Gain Safe Distance
(Watts) (dBm) (dBi) (meters)
1.41 31.5 Omni 10 0.3353
1.41 31.5 Omni 15 0.5962
1.41 31.5 Cardioid Horizontal 20 1.0602
1.41 31.5 Cardioid Vertical 20 1.0602
A self-adhesive RF exposure label is supplied with each MA4070B unit for the user to affix to their antenna.
To operate the MA4070B in compliance with FCC regulations, you must apply the included label on to the
antenna. Peel off the protective backing from the label and affix it to the front of the antenna such that the
label is readable from a distance of 3 feet.
☛Caution: To comply with FCC RF exposure regulations in section 1.1307, a minimum
separation distance of 1.5 meters is required between this antenna and all persons.
2.3 Power Requirements
The equipment has an international auto-ranging internal power supply which allows it to be powered from any
100 to 240 VAC; 50 to 60 Hz source.
Check the total current consumption of all equipment on the same line before applying power to the MA4000B
system. Avoid sharing an AC source that feeds heavy motors or other equipment, which require large current
drains.
2.4 Rack Mounting
The MA4000 system is designed for standard rack mounting in a 19” equipment rack. It requires 4U (7.00”) of
vertical rack space. It should be installed in a rack allowing access to the back of the unit. The upconverter
should be isolated from strong RF radiation emanating from local equipment in the rack. Power line transients
that may cause damage to the unit should be avoided.
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2.5 Module Installation/Replacement
1. Power off the chassis using the rear panel AC switch
2. Disconnect the RF cables from the rear of the corresponding module
3. Using a screwdriver, loosen the corresponding front panel captive screws until the module is free to pull forward
4. Insert the replacement module and retighten the front panel captive screws
5. Turn on the AC power switch
6. Configure the output frequency and configure IF/RF levels
7. Reconnect the rear panel RF cables
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R
A
A
A
S
R
A
A
A
A
A
R
A
A
3.0 OPERATION
3.1 Front Panel Description
DDDDIAGRAM
IAGRAM 3.1
IAGRAM IAGRAM
3.1A
3.13.1
A : F
: FRONT
A A
: F: F
RONT P
RONT RONT
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
– MA4200 S
MA4200 SYSTEM
––
MA4200 S MA4200 S
YSTEM
YSTEMYSTEM
B C D E F G H I J K
POWE
RF
MODUL
SELEC
MMDS DIGITAL
UPCONVERTE
WaveCom
MA4061B
DC
POWE
UNI
SELEC
RF
LAR
RF
LAR
LAR
HIGH
POWE
LAR
MMD
POWER AMPLIFIE
WaveCom MA4070B
RF
MMDS DIGITAL
UPCONVERTER
WaveCom
MA4061B
POWE
MODUL
SELEC
DC
POWE
UNI
SELEC
RF
LAR
RF
LAR
LAR
HIGH
POWE
LAR
MMD
POWER AMPLIFIE
WaveCom MA4070B
SYSTEM 4000
POWER SUPPLY
WaveCom MA4010B
POWEALAR
DOW
MODUL
U
SELEC
MOD
MODUL
UP
SELEC
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As shown in Diagram 3.1A, the power/control module front panel has an LCD display, four soft touch push
buttons, and 4 indicator LEDs. All other modules have 4 indicator LEDs. Modules are configured using push
buttons on the power supply module, or via the remote interface. If no configuration adjustments are being
made via the front panel controls, the display back light will shut off after a five minute time out. Pressing any
of the front panel buttons will re-enable the back light.
3.1.1 MA4010B Power/Control Module
IAGRAM
IAGRAM 3.1
DDDD
IAGRAM IAGRAM
3.1B
3.13.1
B : F
: FRONT
RONT P
B B
RONT RONT
: F: F
POWEALAR
MODUL
SELEC
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
U
– MA4010B
MA4010B
––
MA4010B MA4010B
MODUL
MOD
UP
SELEC
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DISPLAY
The first line on the display
DOW
SYSTEM 4000
POWER SUPPLY
WaveCom MA4010B
is the Mode Information Line. It shows the settings for the currently selected
module. The possible operating modes depend upon the currently selected module (See Section 3.2, Front
Panel Operating Modes (pp 15 to 17) for a detailed description of the available modes).
The second line on the display
is the Status Information Line. The Status Line is divided as follows:
The two leftmost characters are “mX” where X is replaced by the currently selected module address. The
module addresses are assigned starting with module A in the leftmost slot in the chassis and module K in the
Power Supply. The modules in between are lettered B through J. When used with the MA4070B Power Amp
Modules, the MA4061B Upconverter Modules can only be installed in slots A and F. The MA4070B Power
Amp Modules can only be installed in slots B thru E and slots G thru J (as shown in Diagram 3.1A).
The next two characters are “sXX” where “XX” indicate the status code for the currently selected module.
Refer to Section 5.0, Status Codes (pp 23 to 25) for a list of current status codes.
The next two characters are “eXX” where “XX” indicates the error code for the currently selected module.
(This code is only displayed when it is non-zero). Refer to Section 6.0, Error Codes (pp 27 to 29) for the list of
current error codes.
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The final three characters indicate if local front panel control of the MA4001B chassis is enabled (“L/R”) or
disabled (“_R_”). Remote control of the chassis is always available.
MODULE SELECT BUTTON
The MODULE SELECT button allows the user to select the module to display and/or control (the MODULE
SELECT LED will be lit on the selected module, and the LCD display will indicate the module address in the
status line).
MODE BUTTON
The MODE button allows the user to cycle through each of the various modes for the selected module.
UP/DOWN BUTTONS
The UP/DOWN arrow buttons adjust the settings for the currently selected mode of the selected module.
POWER ON LED
When the green POWER ON indicator is illuminated, the module has been correctly installed and powered on.
ALARM LED
A constant Alarm LED on the MA4010B indicates a critical alarm condition. Detailed alarm information is
available by selecting the module from the front panel and observing the status and error codes on the LCD
display.
MODULE SELECT LED
When the green MODULE SELECT indicator is illuminated, it indicates that the corresponding module has
been selected from the front panel or via the remote control interface.
AUX LED
This LED is reserved for future use.
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3.1.2 MA4061B – Upconverter Card
DDDD
IAGRAM
IAGRAM 3.1
IAGRAM IAGRAM
3.1C
3.13.1
C : F
: FRONT
C C
: F: F
RONT P
RONT RONT
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
– MA4061B
MA4061B
––
MA4061B MA4061B
POWER
RF ENABLED
MODULE
SELECT
LARM
MMDS DIGITAL
UPCONVERTER
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MA4061B
POWER ON LED
When the green POWER ON indicator is illuminated, the module has been correctly installed and powered on.
RF ENABLED LED
When the green RF ENABLED indicator is illuminated, the internal output circuitry is enabled to provide an RF
output. The RF ENABLED indicator does not necessarily indicate the presence of an output, it only reflects
that the module is capable of an RF output if an IF input is applied and the levels configured.
MODULE SELECT LED
When the green MODULE SELECT indicator is illuminated, it indicates that the corresponding module has
been selected from the front panel or via the remote control interface.
ALARM LED
The red MA4061 ALARM indicator has two modes. A flashing Alarm LED indicates a non-critical alarm
condition (i.e. soft alarm). A constant Alarm LED indicates a critical alarm condition (i.e. hard alarm). Detailed
alarm information is available by selecting the corresponding module from the front panel and observing the
status and error codes on the LCD display.
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3.1.3 MA4070B – Power Amplifier
DC POWER LED
IAGRAM
IAGRAM 3.1
DDDD
IAGRAM IAGRAM
DC
POWER
UNIT
SELECT
RF HIGH
ALARM
RF LOW
ALARM
HIGH REV.
POWER
ALARM
MMDS
POWER AMPLIFIER
WaveCom MA4070B
3.1D
3.13.1
D : F
: FRO
D D
: F: F
RONT
NT P
RORO
NT NT
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
– MA4070B
MA4070B
––
MA4070B MA4070B
When the green DC POWER indicator is illuminated, the module has been correctly installed and powered on.
UNIT SELECT LED
When the green UNIT SELECT indicator is illuminated, the corresponding module has been selected from the
front panel or via the remote control interface.
RF HIGH ALARM LED
When the RF HIGH ALARM LED is illuminated, detected power levels have exceeded acceptable limits.
Limits will depend on whether default or custom thresholds are set.
RF LOW ALARM LED
When the RF LOW ALARM LED is illuminated, detected power levels have exceeded acceptable limits.
Limits will depend on whether default or custom thresholds are set.
HIGH REV POWER ALARM LED
When the HIGH REV POWER ALARM LED is illuminated, detected power levels have exceeded acceptable
limits. Limits will depend on whether default or custom thresholds are set.
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3.2 Front Panel Operating Modes
3.2.1 MA4061 Upconverter Modes
FREQUENCY
When this mode is selected, the display will read: Frq XXXX.XXXX MHz
The displayed frequency is the current configured Output Frequency. To adjust the output frequency, use the
UP/DOWN arrow buttons. Single stepping will allow 62.5 kHz adjustment, while holding the buttons depressed
will change the frequency more quickly.
AUTO IF
When this mode is selected, the display will read: IF AGC Enabled
Pressing the Up or Down buttons will toggle the display between Enabled and Disabled. When enabled, the
MA4061 will automatically optimize the IF level and ensure it is within a pre-set threshold range (default ±0.5
dB). When disabled, the IF level can be manually adjusted as described in the next section.
☛
The displayed frequency represents the center of the band.
☛
☛
☛
During frequency change, the output is muted and the RF ENABLED indicator is turned off
for 5 seconds to avoid undesirable interference.
or
IF AGC Disabled
The Auto IF mode should only be used for continuous IF inputs (non-bursty).
If the IF level is not within ±4.0 dB of the optimum level during Auto IF mode, the output
will be muted to avoid undesirable interference, and the Alarm LED will be on.
☛ At the time of shipping, the AUTO IF is enabled.
IF LEVEL ADJUST
When this mode is selected, the display will read: IFPwr ±±±±XX.X dB
The display indicates the approximate IF power level measured at the internal IF power detector. To adjust the
IF level, use the UP/DOWN arrow buttons. To configure the MA4061 Upconverter for optimum performance,
the IF level should be adjusted to read approximately 0.0 dB (-0.5 to +0.5). An IF level less than 0 dB will
degrade noise performance and a level above 0 dB will promote intermodulation products.
☛
RF OUTPUT LEVEL ADJUST
When this mode is selected, the display will read: RFPwr ±±±±XX.X dBm
The display indicates the approximate RF output power level measured by the internal RF power detector. To
adjust the RF level, use the UP/DOWN arrow buttons. The RF output level may be set within the range of -15
dBm to +3 dBm.
☛
The IF level can only be adjusted if the Auto IF mode is disabled.
Ensure that the IF level is correctly set before adjusting the RF level.
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OUTPUT ENABLE/DISABLE
When this mode is selected, the display will read: Output Enabled
Pressing the Up or Down buttons will toggle the display between Enabled and Disabled. When enabled, the
RF output from the MA4061 Upconverter is enabled. When disabled, the RF output from the MA4061
Upconverter is disabled.
or
Output Disabled
☛ An RF output is only present when there is a valid IF input configured as described in the
previous sections. This means that at the time of shipping, the output is disabled until a
valid input is applied.
IF AND RF ALARM THRESHOLD SETTING
The IF and RF alarm threshold can be configured by the user via remote control.
Default settings are as follows: IF +4, -4 dB, alarm function enabled
The IF and RF alarms can be independently enabled or disabled via remote control. Refer to Section 7.5,
Detailed Command Descriptions and System Responses (pp 34 to 40) for instructions on how to adjust these
settings.
DEFAULT SETTINGS
At the time of shipping from factory, the default settings of the MA4061 are:
The default status code at the time of shipping is s0E. Once a valid input is applied, this status will change.
AUTO IF AGC enabled
IF & RF Thresholds enabled
Output is disabled (until a vaild input is supplied)
RF -15, +4 dBm, alarm function enabled
3.2.2 MA4070 Upconverter Modes
FORWARD POWER ADJUST
When this mode is selected, the display will read: Fwd Pwr XX.X dB
The display indicates the approximate RF power level measured before the output. To adjust the RF level, use
the UP/DOWN arrow buttons. The RF output level may be set within the range of +20 dBm to +40 dBm.
☛
REVERSE POWER
When this mode is selected, the display will read: Rev Pwr XX.X dBm
The display indicates the approximate RF power level returned to the card from mismatched connections,
etc. The detector measures from +20dBm to +40dBm
The RFlevel can only be adjusted if a MA4061 is in the preceding slot
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OUTPUT ENABLE/DISABLE
When this mode is selected, the display will read: Output Enabled
Pressing the Up or Down buttons will toggle the display between Enabled and Disabled. When enabled, the
RF output from the MA4070 Power Amplifier is enabled. When disabled, the RF output from the MA4070
Power Amplifier is disabled.
or
Output Disabled
☛ An RF output is only present when there is a valid IF input configured as described in the
previous sections. This means that at the time of shipping, the output is disabled until a
valid input is applied.
FORWARD AND REVERSE ALARM THRESHOLD SETTING
The IF and RF alarm threshold can be configured by the user via remote control.
Default settings are as follows: ForwardHigh +41 dB, alarm function enabled
The alarms can be independently enabled or disabled via remote control. Refer to Section 7.5, Detailed
Command Descriptions and System Responses (pp 34 to 40) for instructions on how to adjust these settings.
ForwardLow +20 dB, alarm function enabled
ReverseHigh +40 dBm, alarm function enabled
3.2.3 MA4010B Power/Control Module Modes
ADDRESS
When this mode is selected, the display will read:
RS232/RS485 SELECT
When this mode is selected, the display will read: RS232 Selected
Pressing the Up or Down buttons will toggle the display between RS232 and RS485.
☛
Address XXX
The displayed address is the currently selected MA4001B chassis Address. A different
address can be selected by pressing the Up or Down buttons. The MA4001B chassis has
an address from 001 - 999. The address is only used for remote control and monitoring
purposes. The factory default address is 999.
or
RS485 Selected
☛ The Remote Interface Connector Pinout will change depending upon the Interface Type
selected. Please refer to Section 4.1, Power/Control Module Rear Panel Connection (pp
19, 20) for details.
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3.3 Remote Control Operating Instruct ions
The MA4000 system may be controlled via the RS232/RS485 Remote Interface connector. (Refer to Section
4.1, Power/Control Module Rear Panel Connections (pp 19, 20) for the connector pin-out).
The input data rate can be 9600, 14400, or 28800 baud. The MA4000 System Controller will automatically
determine which data rate is in use and adjust accordingly. There are no user settings relating to baud rate
selection.
For additional information refer to Section 7.0, Detailed Remote Control (pp 31 to 41).
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4.0 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
DDDDIAGRAM
IAGRAM 4.0
IAGRAM IAGRAM
4.0A
4.04.0
A: R
: REAR
AA
: R: R
EAR P
EAR EAR
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
– MA4200 S
MA4200 SYSTEM
––
MA4200 S MA4200 S
YSTEM
YSTEMYSTEM
100-240VAC, 4A MAX.
50-60Hz
ALARM
10MHz
REF IN
NRTL/C
FUSE 5A, 250V
REMOTE
INTERFACE
MADE IN CANADA
RS232/RS485
MMDS
POWER AMPLIFIER
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4.1 MA4010B - Power/Control Module
DDDDIAGRAM
IAGRAM 4.1
IAGRAM IAGRAM
10MHz
REF IN
ALARM
4.1A
4.14.1
NRTL/C
RF OUTRF IN
A : R
: REAR
EAR P
A A
EAR EAR
: R: R
100-240VAC, 4A MAX.
50-60Hz
FUSE 5A, 250V
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
INTERFACE
RF OUT
IF IN
MMDS DIGITAL
UPCONVERTER
WaveCom
MMDS
MA4061B
POWER AMPLIFIER
WaveCom MA4070B
– MA4010B
MA4010B
––
MA4010B MA4010B
REMOTE
RS232/RS485
MADE IN CANADA
RF OUTRF IN
RF OUT
IF IN
MMDS DIGITAL
UPCONVERTER
WaveCom
MA4061B
AC INPUT
The AC input accepts input voltages from 100 to 240 VAC. The fuse is internal to the IEC holder. If the fuse
requires replacement, ensure the voltage and current rating is correct. The AC power switch may be used for
turning the power on and off to the entire chassis.
10 MHZ REF IN
If this option is installed, it will allow the user to use an external 10 MHz reference. When a signal of the
specified level is present, it will override the internal reference and automatically use the external reference.
ALARM
This connector is reserved for future use.
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REMOTE INTERFACE
The Remote Interface connector is a dual RJ45. Both sockets in the connector are identical. The pin-out for
the matching RJ45 plug is shown in the following table and diagram:
☛Note: The above pin-out allows a straight through RJ45 cable to be used for
connection between the terminal and the MA4001B chassis. It is also possible to
use an RJ45 - DB25 adapter to connect to a PC or similar RS232 standard serial
port.
☛Note: The above pin-out allows connection to an RS485 communications bus. If
desired, an RS485 - RS232 converter and an RJ45 - DB25 adapter can be used
to connect to a PC or similar RS232 serial port.
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E
4.2 MA4061B - MMDS Upconverter Card
DDDDIAGRAM
IAGRAM 4.2
IAGRAM IAGRAM
4.2A
4.24.2
A : R
: REAR
A A
: R: R
UPCONVERT
RF OUT
MMDS
WaveCom
MA4061B
EAR P
EAR EAR
IF IN
PANEL
ANEL –
ANEL ANEL
PP
– MA4061B
MA4061B
––
MA4061B MA4061B
RF OUT
The RF out SMA connector provides the RF output signal from 2500 to 2686 MHz with a level of -15 to 4 dBm.
The impedance is 50 ohm.
IF IN
The IF Input F connector accepts an input signal at 44 MHz with up to a 6 MHz bandwidth from a 75 ohm
source. The level should be from +25 to +35 dBmV.
4.3 MA4070B - Power Amplifier
DDDDIAGRAM
IAGRAM 4.3
IAGRAM IAGRAM
RF OUT
The RF output N connector provides the RF output signal from 2500 to 2600 MHz or 2600 to 2686 MHz. The
impedance is 50 ohm.
4.3A
4.34.3
MMDS
POWER AMPLIFIER
WaveCom MA4070B
A: R
: REAR
EAR P
PANEL
AA
: R: R
ANEL –
EAR EAR
ANEL ANEL
PP
RF OUTRF IN
– MA4070B
MA4070B
––
MA4070B MA4070B
RF IN
The RF Input SMA connector accepts an input signal at 2500 to 2686 MHz with up to a 6 MHz bandwidth from
a 50 ohm source.
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5.0 STATUS CODES
5.1 MA4061B Status Codes
The status code is displayed on line 2 of the LCD display. It consists of an ‘s’ character followed by a 2 digit
hexadecimal number. The following tables can be used to interpret the meaning of the digits.
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 5.1
5.1A
A: M
: MOST
OST S
SIGNIFICANT
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description Digit Description
0 None 8 Reserved
1 Backup Relay Enabled 9 Reserved
2 Reserved A Reserved
3 Reserved B Reserved
4 Reserved C Reserved
5 Reserved D Reserved
6 Reserved E Reserved
7 Reserved F Reserved
TTTTABLE
ABLE 5.1
ABLE ABLE
5.15.1
5.1B
5.15.1
AA
: M: M
B: L
: LEAST
BB
: L: L
OST OST
SS
EAST S
SIGNIFICANT
EAST EAST
SS
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
DE
ESCRIPTION
SCRIPTION
EE
SCRIPTIONSCRIPTION
DD
Digit Description
0 None
1 Output is disabled
2 IF AGC is enabled
3 IF AGC is enabled, Output is disabled
4 IF Threshold Detection is enabled
5 IF Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
6 IF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF AGC is enabled
7 IF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF AGC is enabled, Output is disabled
8 RF Threshold Detection is enabled
9 RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
A RF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF AGC is enabled
B RF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF AGC is enabled, Output is disabled
C RF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF Threshold Detection is enabled
D RF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
E RF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF AGC is enabled
F RF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF Threshold Detection is enabled, IF AGC is enabled, Output is
disabled
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5.2 MA4070B Status Codes
The status code is displayed on line 2 of the LCD display. It consists of an ‘s’ character followed by a 2 digit
hexadecimal number. The following tables can be used to interpret the meaning of the digits.
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 5.2
5.2A
A: M
: MOST
OST S
SIGNIFICANT
Digit Description
0 None
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description Digit Description
0 None 8 Reserved
1 Reserved 9 Reserved
2 Reserved A Reserved
3 Reserved B Reserved
4 Reserved C Reserved
5 Reserved D Reserved
6 Reserved E Reserved
7 Reserved F Reserved
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 5.2
ABLE ABLE
5.25.2
5.2B
5.25.2
AA
: M: M
B: L
: LEAST
BB
: L: L
OST OST
SS
EAST S
SIGNIFICANT
EAST EAST
SS
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
1 Output is disabled
2 Forward Power High Threshold Detection is enabled
3 Forward Power High Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
4 Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled
5 Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
6 Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power High Threshold Detection is enabled
7 Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power High Threshold Detection is enabled,
Output is disabled
8 RF Threshold Detection is enabled
9 RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
A RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power High Threshold Detection is enabled
B RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power High Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
C RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled
D RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
E RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power
High Threshold Detection is enabled
F RF Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power Low Threshold Detection is enabled, Forward Power
High Threshold Detection is enabled, Output is disabled
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5.3 MA4010B Power/Control Module Status Codes
The status code is displayed on line 2 of the LCD display. It consists of an ‘s’ character followed by a 2 digit
hexadecimal number. The following tables can be used to interpret the meaning of the digits.
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 5.3
5.3A
A: M
: MOST
OST S
SIGNIFI
IGNIFICANT
CANT D
DIGIT
IGIT D
DESCRIPTION
ABLE ABLE
5.35.3
AA
: M: M
OST OST
IGNIFIIGNIFI
SS
CANT CANT
DD
IGIT IGIT
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
Digit Description Digit Description
0 None 8 Reserved
1 Reserved 9 Reserved
2 Reserved A Reserved
3 Reserved B Reserved
4 Reserved C Reserved
5 Reserved D Reserved
6 Reserved E Reserved
7 Reserved F Reserved
TTTTABLE
ABLE 5.3
5.3B
B: L
: LEAS
EAST
T S
SIGNIFICANT
ABLE ABLE
5.35.3
EASEAS
T T
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
SS
BB
: L: L
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
Digit Description Digit Description
0 None 8 Reserved
1 Local Control Locked Out 9 Reserved
2 Reserved A Reserved
3 Reserved B Reserved
4 Reserved C Reserved
5 Reserved D Reserved
6 Reserved E Reserved
7 Reserved F Reserved
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6.0 ERROR CODES
6.1 MA4061B Error Codes
When the error code is non-zero, it is displayed on line 2 of the LCD display. It consists of an ‘e’ character
followed by a 2 digit hexadecimal number. The following table can be used to interpret the meaning of the
digits.
ABLE
ABLE 6.1
6.1A
A: M
: MOST
OST S
SIGNIFICANT
TTTT
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description
0 None
1 Fixed LO Error
2 IF AGC Error
3 IF AGC Error, Fixed LO Error
4 IF Threshold Error
5 IF Threshold Error, Fixed LO Error
6 IF Threshold Error, IF AGC Error
7 IF Threshold Error, Fixed LO Error
8 RF Threshold Error
9 RF Threshold Error, Fixed LO Error
A RF Threshold Error, IF AGC Error
B RF Threshold Error, IF AGC Error, Fixed LO Error
C RF Threshold Error, IF Threshold Error
D RF Threshold Error, IF Threshold Error, Fixed LO Error
E RF Threshold Error, IF Threshold Error, IF AGC Error
F RF Threshold Error, IF Threshold Error, IF AGC Error, Fixed LO Error
6.16.1
AA
: M: M
OST OST
SS
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
TTTTABLE
ABLE 6.1
6.1B
B: L
: LEAST
EAST S
SIGNIFICANT
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description
0 None
1 Output is Muted
2 Hard Alarm condition
3 Hard Alarm condition, Output is Muted
4 Soft Alarm condition
5 Soft Alarm condition, Output is Muted
6 Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition
7 Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition, Output is Muted
8 Variable LO Error
9 Variable LO Error, Output is Muted
A Variable LO Error, Hard Alarm condition
B Variable LO error, Hard Alarm condition, Output is Muted
C Variable LO Error, Soft Alarm condition
D Variable LO Error, Soft Alarm condition, Output is Muted
E Variable LO Error, Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition
F Variable LO Error, Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition, Output is Muted
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: L: L
IGNIFICANT D
EAST EAST
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
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IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
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6.2 MA4070B Error Codes
TTTTABLE
ABLE 6.2
6.2A
A: M
: MOST
OST S
SIGNIFICANT
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description
0 None
1 Reverse Power Threshold Error
2 Reserved
3 Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
4 Reserved
5 Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
6 Reserved
7 Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
8 Reserved
9 Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
A Reserved
B Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
C Reserved
D Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
E Reserved
F Reverse Power Threshold Error, Reserved
6.26.2
AA
: M: M
OST OST
SS
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 6.2
6.2B
B: L
: LEAST
EAST S
SIGNIFICANT
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description
0 None
1 Hard Alarm condition
2 Soft Alarm condition
3 Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition
4 Forward Power High Threshold Error
5 Forward Power High Threshold Error, Hard Alarm condition
6 Forward Power High Threshold Error, Soft Alarm condition
7 Forward Power High Threshold Error, Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition
8 Forward Power Low Threshold Error
9 Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Hard Alarm condition
A Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Soft Alarm condition
B Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Soft Alarm condition, Hard Alarm condition
C Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Forward Power High Threshold Error
Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Forward Power High Threshold Error, Hard Alarm
D
condition
Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Forward Power High Threshold Error, Soft Alarm
E
condition
Forward Power Low Threshold Error, Forward Power High Threshold Error, Soft Alarm
F
condition, Hard Alarm condition
6.26.2
BB
: L: L
EAST EAST
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
SS
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
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6.3 MA4010B Power/Control Module Error Codes
When the error code is non-zero, it is displayed on line 2 of the LCD display. It consists of an ‘e’ character
followed by a 2 digit hexadecimal number. The following table can be used to interpret the meaning of the
digits.
ABLE
ABLE 6.3
6.3A
A: M
: MOST
OST S
SIGNIFICANT
TTTT
ABLE ABLE
Digit Description Digit Description
0 None 8 Reserved
1 5 Volt Supply Under voltage 9 Reserved
2 Reserved A Reserved
3 Reserved B Reserved
4 Reserved C Reserved
5 Reserved D Reserved
6 Reserved E Reserved
7 Reserved F Reserved
TTTTABLE
ABLE 6.3
ABLE ABLE
6.36.3
6.3B
6.36.3
AA
: M: M
B: L
: LEAST
BB
: L: L
OST OST
SS
EAST S
SIGNIFICANT
EAST EAST
SS
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
IGNIFICANT D
IGNIFICANT IGNIFICANT
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DIGIT
IGIT D
IGIT IGIT
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
DESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTION
ESCRIPTIONESCRIPTION
DD
Digit
A Reserved
B Reserved
C Reserved
D 10 Volt Supply Under voltage, 24 Volt Supply Under voltage, Hard Alarm
E Reserved
F Reserved
Description
0 None
1 Hard Alarm condition
2 Reserved
3 Reserved
4 Reserved
5 24 Volt Supply Under voltage, Hard Alarm
6 Reserved
7 Reserved
8 Reserved
9 10 Volt Supply Under voltage, Hard Alarm
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7.0 DETAILED REMOTE CONTROL
7.1 Operation
The MA4001B chassis may be controlled via the RS232/RS485 Remote Interface connector. (See Section
4.1, Power/Control Module Rear Panel Connections (pp 19, 20) for the connector pin-out).
The input data rate can be 9600, 14400, or 28800 baud. The MA4000 System Controller will automatically
determine which data rate is in use and adjust accordingly. There are no user settings relating to baud rate
selection.
7.2 Message Format
All messages to the MA4000 system controller consist of a sequence of ASCII characters. Messages must
meet the following guidelines in order to be correctly interpreted by the controller.
• There can be no more than 75 ms between consecutive message bytes.
• After receiving the entire message, the MA4000 System Controller will require approximately 200 ms to process and
respond to the message.
• Only one message can be processed at a time, consequently the user must wait for a reply before sending a new
message.
• Commands sent to an invalid chassis address will be discarded without a response.
7.3 Command Structure
The command structure consists of a sequence of ASCII characters terminated by a carriage return. All ASCII
characters are case-insensitive unless otherwise indicated. Commands are to be in one of the following two
general formats:
<start>ADD<sp>MOD<sp>CC<sp>CRC<cr>
or
<start>ADD<sp>MOD<sp>CC<sp>PARM<sp>CRC<cr>
<start> ASCII Asterisk character
<sp> ASCII Space character
<cr> ASCII Carriage Return character
ADD = Address (3 ASCII characters)
Addresses are 3 digit numbers. Three digits (including leading zeros) are required to correctly define an
address.
MOD = Module (1 ASCII character)
A = Module A (Leftmost module)
B = Module B
.
.
J = Module J (Next to Power Control Module)
CC = Command Code (2 or 3 ASCII characters)
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MA4061B Command Codes
FL = Load Frequency IAS = Set IF AGC Threshold
AI = Set IF Attenuation IAE = Enable IF AGC Threshold
AR = Set RF Attenuation IAD = Disable IF AGC Threshold
OE = Enable Output RTS = Set RF Threshold
OD = Disable Output RTD = Disable RF Threshold
ITS = Set IF Threshold RTE = Enable RF Threshold
ITD = Disable IF Threshold SU = Unit Status Request
ITE = Enable IF Threshold LE = Enable Local Control
LD = Disable Local Control
MA4070B Command Codes
OE = Enable Output FPHS = Forward Power High Set
OD = Disable Output FPHE = Forward Power Hi Enable
SU = Unit Status Request FPHD = Forward Power High Disable
SC = Configuration Status Request FPLS = Forward Power Low Set
LE = Enable Local Control FPLE = Forward Power Low Enable
LD = Disable Local Control FPLD = Forward Power Low Disable
RPS = Reverse Power Threshold Set
RPE = Reverse Power Threshold Enable
RPE = Reverse Power Threshold Disable
CRC = CRC-16 checksum (3 characters)
The checksum is preferred, but not required. If the checksum is used, the first character is an ASCII “V” followed by
the low and high bytes respectively of the computed CRC 16 checksum (the checksum characters are not
necessarily ASCII). The checksum is to be computed on all characters after the initial <start> character up to, and
including, the first “V” character in the CRC section. If the checksum is not used, the 3 characters should be ASCII
“NNN” (they must be uppercase).
PARM is one or more characters, and is command specific.
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7.4 Response Structure
The response structure will consist of a sequence of ASCII characters, terminated by a carriage return.
Responses will be in one of the two following general formats:
<start>ADD<sp>R<sp>RC<sp>CRC<cr>
or
<start>ADD<sp>R<sp>RC<sp>PARM<sp>CRC<cr>
There will be one response returned for all commands.
<start> ASCII Asterisk character
<sp> ASCII Space character
<cr> ASCII Carriage Return character
ADD = Address (3 characters)
The address of the unit that is responding to the command.
R = ASCII “R” character (1 character)
Indicates that this is a response to a previous message.
RC = Response Code (3 characters)
OK = Command Accepted
MOD = Command Denied because the addressed module is invalid
ERR = Command Denied because of Syntax Error
CRC = Command Denied because of CRC-16 error
CRC = CRC-16 checksum (3 characters)
The response checksum is always valid. The first character will be an ASCII “V” followed by the low and
high bytes respectively of the computed CRC 16 checksum (the checksum characters are not necessarily
ASCII). The checksum will be computed on all characters after the initial <start> character up to, and
including, the first “V” characte r i n the CRC section.
PARM is one or more characters, and is command specific.
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7.5 Detailed Command Descriptions and System Responses
7.5.1 MA4061B Upconverter Detailed Command Descriptions and System Response s
This section defines each of the command codes and the associated parameters for the MA4061B
Upconverter module.
FL - Load Frequency
Description: Loads the frequency for the specified module.
Parameters: Desired frequency in MHz, in the form XXXX.XXXX. Leading zeros are optional, but not required. The
decimal point and four trailing characters are required. Valid input frequencies are between 2500.0000
MHz and 2686.0000 MHz. Valid trailing characters are multiples of 0.0625 MHz, all others will be
denied.
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>FL<sp>2500.0625<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
AI - Set IF Attenuation
Description: Sets the IF attenuation for the specified module.
Parameters: Desired IF attenuation in dB, in the form XX.XX. Leading zeros are optional, but not required. The
decimal point and two trailing characters are required. Valid attenuation values are between 0 dB and
25 dB in 0.25 dB steps. Valid trailing characters are 00, 25, 50 or 75.
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>AI<sp>10.50<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
AR - Set RF Attenuation
Description: Sets the RF attenuation for the specified module.
Parameters: Desired RF output attenuation in dB, in the form XX.XX. Leading zeros are optional, but not required.
The decimal point and two trailing characters are required. Valid attenuation values are between 0 dB
and 39.75 dB in 0.25 dB steps. Valid trailing characters are 00, 25, 50 or 75.
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>AR<sp>4.25<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
ITS - Set IF Threshold
Description: Sets the IF thresholds for the specified module.
Parameters: Desired IF thresholds in dB, in the form X.X<sp>-X.X. Leading zeros are optional, but not required. The
decimal point and trailing character is required. The first parameter is the positive threshold and can
range between 4.0 and 0.0 dB. The second parameter is the negative threshold and can range
between 0.0 and -4.0 dB. The trailing character can range between 0.0 and 0.9.
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>ITS<sp>1.5<sp>-1.5<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
ITE - Enable IF Threshold
Description: Enables IF Threshold detection for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>ITE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
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ITD - Disable IF Threshold
Description: Disables IF Threshold detection for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>ITD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
IAS - Set Auto IF Threshold
Description: Sets the Auto IF Thresholds for the specified module.
Parameters: Desired IF thresholds in dB, in the form X.X<sp>-X.X. Leading zeros are optional, but not required. The
decimal point and trailing character is required. The first parameter is the positive threshold and can
range between 4.0 and 0.0 dB. The second parameter is the negative threshold and can range
between 0.0 and -4.0 dB. The trailing character can range between 0.0 and 0.9.
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>IAS<sp>1.5<sp>-1.5<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
IAE - Enable Auto IF
Description: Enables Auto IF Mode for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>IAE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
IAD - Disable Auto IF
Description: Disables Auto IF Mode for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>IAD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
RTS - Set RF Threshold
Description: Sets the RF Thresholds for the specified module.
Parameters: Desired RF thresholds in dBm, in the form XX.X<sp>XX.X. Leading zeros are optional, but not
required. The decimal point and trailing character is required. The first parameter indicates the high
threshold, and the second indicates the low threshold. The trailing character can range between 0.0
and 0.9.
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>RTS<sp>60.0<sp>50.0<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
RTE - Enable RF Threshold
Description: Enables RF Threshold detection for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>RTE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
RTD - Disable RF Threshold
Description: Disables RF Threshold detection for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>RTD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
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OE - Enable Output
Description: Turns on the Output from the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>OE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
OD - Disable Output
Description: Turns off the Output from the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>OD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
LE - Enable Local Control
Description: Enables local control of the MA4001B chassis. The module address must indicate a valid module even
though the command does not change any module settings.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>LE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
LD - Disable Local Control
Description: Disables local control of the MA4001B chassis. The module address must indicate a valid module
even though the command does not change any module settings.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>LD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
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SU - Status Unit Request
Description: The Status Unit Request command returns the factory model and revision history for the specified
module. The detailed contents of the reply are shown in the response section.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>SU<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
If the response is OK, then the following parameters will also be returned in the order shown below. (Note: X
may be replaced by any valid character. All other characters will be as shown).
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 7.5.1
7.5.1A
A : R
: RESPONSE
ABLE ABLE
7.5.17.5.1
Parameter (Units) Format Example
Model XXXXXXXXXXX Upconverter
Module SN XXXXXXX 0123456
Hardware Revision XXX 010 (i.e. Rev 1.0)
Microcontroller R evision XXX 010 (i.e. Rev 1.0)
PLD Revision XXX 010 (i.e. Rev 1.0)
Miscellaneous 16 chars
A A
: R: R
ESPONSE P
ESPONSE ESPONSE
PARAMETERS FOR
ARAMETERS FOR S
ARAMETERS FOR ARAMETERS FOR
PP
STATUS
TATUS U
TATUS TATUS
SS
UNITS
NITS R
NITS NITS
UU
REQUEST
EQUEST
EQUESTEQUEST
RR
7.5.2 MA4070B Upconverter Detailed Command Descriptions and System Response s
This section defines each of the command codes and the associated parameters for the MA4070B Power
Amplifier module.
OE - Enable Output
Description: Turns on the Output from the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>OE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
OD - Disable Output
Description: Turns off the Output from the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>OD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
LE - Enable Local Control
Description: Enables local control of the MA4001B chassis. The module address must indicate a valid module even
though the command does not change any module settings.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>LE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
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LD - Disable Local Control
Description: Disables local control of the MA4001B chassis. The module address must indicate a valid module
even though the command does not change any module settings.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>LD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
SU - Status Unit Request
Description: The Status Unit Request command returns the factory model and revision history for the specified
module. The detailed contents of the reply are shown in the response section.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>SU<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
If the response is OK, then the following parameters will also be returned in the order shown below. (Note: X
may be replaced by any valid character. All other characters will be as shown).
TTTT
ABLE
ABLE 7.5.2
7.5.2A
A : R
: RESPONSE
ABLE ABLE
7.5.27.5.2
A A
: R: R
ESPONSE P
ESPONSE ESPONSE
Parameter (Units) Format Example
Model XXXXXXXXXXX MA4070
Module SN XXXXXXX 0123456
Hardware Revision XXX 010 (i.e. Rev 1.0)
Microcontroller R evision XXX 010 (i.e. Rev 1.0)
Miscellaneous 16 chars
PARAMETERS FOR
ARAMETERS FOR S
ARAMETERS FOR ARAMETERS FOR
PP
STATUS
TATUS U
TATUS TATUS
SS
UNITS
NITS R
NITS NITS
UU
REQUEST
EQUEST
EQUESTEQUEST
RR
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SC - Status Configuration Request
Description: The Status Configuration Request command returns the active configuration, including error codes and
alarm status for the addressed module. It also returns the current status of the power supply module.
The detailed contents of the reply are shown in the response section.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>A<sp>SC<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or ERR or CRC or MOD
If the response is OK, then the following parameters will also be returned in space delimited format in the
order shown below. (Note: X may be replaced by any valid character. All other characters will be as shown).
Error codes are the last two digits reported on the status code line. Refer to Section 6.0, Error Codes (pp 27
to 29) for more details.
ABLE
ABLE7.5.2
7.5.2B
B : R
: RESPONSE
TTTT
ABLEABLE
7.5.27.5.2
Parameter (Units) Format Example
MA4070 Status Code XXXX 0101
MA4070 RF Power (dBm) XXX.X 31.5
MA4070 RF Reverse Power (dBm) XX.X < 20
FPHS – Forward Power High Set
Description: Sets the Forward Power High for the specified module. When the Forward Power High is enabled, and
the RF Power is above the threshold limit, a non-critical alarm will be triggered.
Parameters: Desired RF Thresholds in dBm, in the form XX.X. The decimal point and trailing characters are
required. The trailing character can range between 0.0 and 0.9
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>FPHS<sp>38.0<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRCFPHE – Enable Forward Power High
Description: Enables the Forward Power High for the specified module. When the Forward Power High is enabled,
and the RF Power is above the threshold limit, a non-critical alarm will be triggered.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>FPHE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRCFPHD – Disable Forward Power High
Description: Disables the Forward Power High for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>FPHD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
B B
: R: R
ESPONSE P
ESPONSE ESPONSE
PARAMETERS FOR
ARAMETERS FOR S
ARAMETERS FOR ARAMETERS FOR
PP
STATUS
TATUS C
CONFIGURATION
TATUS TATUS
SS
CC
ONFIGURATION R
ONFIGURATION ONFIGURATION
REQUEST
EQUEST
EQUESTEQUEST
RR
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FPLS – Set Forward Power Low
Description: Sets the Forward Power Low for the specified module. When the Forward Power Low is enabled, and
the RF Power is below the threshold limit, a non-critical alarm will be triggered.
Parameters: Desired RF Thresholds in dBm, in the form XX.X. The decimal point and trailing characters are
required. The trailing character can range between 0.0 and 0.9
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>FPLS<sp>34.0<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRCFPLE – Enable Forward Power Low
Description: Enables the Forward Power Low for the specified module. When the Forward Power Low is enabled,
and the RF Power is below the threshold limit, a non-critical alarm will be triggered.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>FLPE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
FPLD – Disable Forward Power Low
Description: Disables the Forward Power Low for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>FPLD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRCRPS – Set Reverse Power Threshold
Description: Sets the Reverse Power Threshold for the specified module. When the Reverse Power Threshold is
enabled, and the RF Power is above the threshold limit, a non-critical alarm will be triggered.
Parameters: Desired RF Thresholds in dBm, in the form XX.X. The decimal point and trailing characters are
required. The trailing character can range between 0.0 and 0.9
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>RPS<sp>25.0<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRCRPE – Enable Reverse Power Threshold
Description: Sets the Reverse Power Threshold for the specified module. When the Reverse Power Threshold is
enabled, and the RF Power is above the threshold limit, a non-critical alarm will be triggered.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>RPE<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRCRPD – Disable Reverse Power Threshold
Description: Disables the Reverse Power Threshold for the specified module.
Parameters: None
Example: *999<sp>B<sp>RPD<sp>CRC<cr>
Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC
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7.6 CRC Calculation
The CRC calculations are performed using a table driven approach. The polynomial used is
X^16+X^15+X^2+1.
Only the basic algorithm and lookup table will be described here. Sample code is available on request. For
further information, this approach is described in detail in the following paper:
Perez, Aram; Byte-wise CRC Calculations, IEEE Micro, June 1983, pp. 40 - 50
The algorithm for the CRC calculation is as follows:
Exclusive-OR the input byte with the low-order byte of the CRC register to get X.
Shift the CRC register 8 bits to the right.
Exclusive-OR the CRC register with the contents of the table, using X as an index.
Repeat steps 1 - 3 for all message bytes.
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For the transmit message: After all the message bytes have been processed, the CRC is tagged on to the
end of the message with the least significant byte first.
For the received message: After all the received message bytes have been processed, the resulting CRC
should be zero. If it is not zero, at least one bit error has occurred. If it is zero, it is assumed that no errors
have occurred.
Note: The CRC register is 16 bits long, and should be cleared to 0 before beginning the
calculations.
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8.0 WARRANTY AND SERVICE POLICIES
8.1 Warranty Statement
WaveCom warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two years.
The warranty begins on the date of the original shipment from WaveCom to its customer. No claim may be
allowed for expenses incurred in installation or use. No other expressed or implied warranties shall apply to
the goods sold. WaveCom is not responsible for delayed shipments, other loss beyond WaveCom’s control,
or consequential damages of any kind arising in connection with the use of its products. This warranty is a
return-to-factory warranty only. During the warranty period WaveCom will at its option, replace, repair or
refund the price paid for any item which is returned for service. This warranty does not apply to physically or
environmentally abused units.
8.2 Service Policies: How t o Ret urn an I tem for Service
Before returning any item for service, an R.M.A. (Returned Material Authorization) number must be assigned
by WaveCom. A unique R.M.A. number will be assigned for each item being returned. When requesting an
R.M.A. number, please be prepared to provide the model, WaveCom serial number, original invoice number,
your purchase order number and an adequate fault description. R.M.A. service is available Monday to Friday
from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST (statutory holidays excepted).
To obtain an R.M.A. number you may: Call: (306) 955-7075, press ‘0’ for Operator or ‘2’ for Service Dept
Or Fax: (306) 384-0086 — Attention: R.M.A. Request
Once an R.M.A. number has been assigned, please refer to it in all correspondence and make certain that all
applicable R.M.A. numbers are clearly marked on the outside of each package being returned. You must also
ensure that each product is shipped to WaveCom in its original shipping container (or equivalent) via Prepaid
carrier, with appropriate insurance and customs documentation (where required). WaveCom will not accept
collect shipments, damaged shipments or shipments unaccompanied by an R.M.A. number.
Items will be returned from WaveCom to the customer via prepaid ground carrier. Any alternate means of
shipment must be requested by the customer and will be subject to additional charges.
Please ship authorized returning items to: Repair Center
WaveCom Electronics Inc.
202 Cardinal Crescent
Saskatoon, SK Canada S7L 6H8
8.3 Repair Charges and Warranty Exemptions
Items returned beyond the warranty period or items that do not qualify for warranty service are subject to
additional out-of-warranty repair charges. Descriptions of these charges and warranty exemptions are below:
1) Repair turnaround time is typically 5-10 working days after receipt of the item at WaveCom. A Flat Rate Repair Charge will apply t o all
out-of-warranty items. F lat Rate Repair Charges are subject to change without notice.
2) Any faults due to customer error (ie - incorrect set-up or configuration sett ings) are subject to the current Test Fee and will be exempt
from warranty.
3) Items returned with inadequate fault descriptions are subject to the current Test Fee and are exempt from warranty.
4) In the event that no fault is found, the item is subject to the current Test Fee and will be exempt from warranty.
5) Any product exhibiting external damage (either from shipping, improper handling or use) will be subject to inspection. If said damages
are determined to be the cause of failure, the item will be exempt from w arranty. All repairs to correct the external damage ar e
subject to Time & Materials Charges (parts and labor at current rates).
6) Items with damage caused by unauthorized repairs or by external devices are subject to current out-of-w arrant y Flat Rate Repair
Charges and are exempt from warranty.
7) All products returned for Factory Optioning are subject to the applicable current Option Charge plus Test Fee. Factory-optioned
products carry the balance of the original warranty or a 90 day warranty , whichever is greater.
All out-of-warranty repairs must be approved by the customer in writing. No repairs will be made until the
customer’s Purchase Order or Out-Of-Warranty Repair Authorization is received.
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APPENDIX A – CRC – 16 CALCULATIONS TABLE
All values in the table are in Hex format.
X TERM ENTRY
0 0
1 C0C1
2 C181
3 140
4 C301
5 3C0
6 280
7 C241
8 C601
9 6C0
A 780
B C741
C 500
D C5C1
E C481
F 440
10 CC01
11 CC0
12 D80
13 CD41
14 F00
15 CFC1
16 CE81
17 E40
18 A00
19 CAC1
1A CB81
1B B40
1C C901
1D 9C0
1E 880
1F C841
20 D801
21 18C0
22 1980
23 D941
24 1B00
25 DBC1
26 DA81
27 1A40
28 1E00
29 DEC1
2A DF81
2B 1F40
2C DD01
2D 1DC0
2E 1C80
2F DC41
30 1400
31 D4C1
32 D581
X T