ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICAL MANUAL EXHIBIT IV (PRELIMINARY) BTS-7010 FREQUENCY AGILE QAM UPCONVERTER REV: 0 102 Rahway Road McMurray, PA 15317 USA Phone 412-941-1500 FAX 412-941-9421
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The Frequency Agile QAM Upconverter (Wavecom Electronics Inc. MA4040D) is a commercial quality IF upconverter designed for cable, MMDS and LMDS applications. The MA4040D upconverter operates from 53 to 857 MHz and maintains a phase noise specification that exceeds the DOCSIS requirements for 64 QAM.
FREQUENCY AGILE 256 QAM UPCONVERTER MA4040D 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.
INDEX 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION...............................................................................................................7 1.1 System Overview...................................................................................................................................7 1.2 Functional Overview..............................................................................................................................7 1.3 Module Features................................................
6.2 MA4011D (or MA4012D) Power/Control Module Error Codes .............................................................. 28 7.0 DETAILED REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................................................................29 7.1 Operation ............................................................................................................................................ 29 7.2 Message Format.................................................................................
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 System Overview The MA4040D is a modular circuit card, designed for use with the WaveCom MA4000D Series. Each MA4002D card chassis with common MA4011D (or MA4012D) power/control module can contain up to 10 - MA4040D independent frequency agile upconverters in a 4U (7”) rack mount configuration. In addition to front panel control, each MA4002D chassis is also fully remote controllable via a serial RS232 /RS485 Interface or optional integral SNMP agent. 1.
1.5 Specifications IF INPUT IF Frequency (center of the band) Bandwidth Input Level Impedance Return Loss Connector IF Detector Accuracy 1 dB IF attenuator Step Size IF AGC 44.00 MHz (optional 36.125 MHz or 43.75 MHz) Passband 6 MHz (optional 8 MHz) +25 to +35 dBmV (total power) 75 ohm 20 dB F type (female) 0.05 dB typical (for carrier/digital input) enable/disable RF OUTPUT Frequency Range Frequency Step Size 12.
INTERFACE Power Communication +10.3 V @ < 1A +5V @ < 200 mA +24V @ < 400mA 2 IC POWER/CONTROL MODULE (MA4011D AND/OR MA4012D) Internal Output Power +12V/+5V/+24V Internal Communication Bus Internal Reference (10 MHz) Remote Control RS232 or RS485 (software selectable) Connector Power Requirements 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz (MA4011D) 2 IC 2 ppm (Optional SNMP) Dual RJ45 -48VDC (MA4012D) Power Consumption 400 VA max.
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 MA4002D chassis includes an active cooling fan tray which forces cooling air from the bottom through to the top of the chassis.
V D 5 V 2.6 MA4012D -48 VDC Redundant Power Supply Module Installation/Replacement 5 Caution! To avoid energy hazard from arcing, etc. from the 48v supply lines, the module being “hot swapped” must be powered down before removal. Separate switches for each module supply line are recommended.
2.7 MA4011D 110/240 VAC Redundant Power Supply Module Installation/Replacement Caution! To avoid electrical shock hazard, disconnect power to the module being “hot swapped” before removal. Do not reach into the open bay when module is removed. Replacement of power supply modules must be performed by qualified service personnel only. Attention! Le remplacement de modules de l’alimentation électrique doit être réservé au personnel de l’entretien qualifié.
3.0 OPERATION 3.1 Front Panel Description D I A G R A M 3 .
ALARM LED The red MA4040D 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. 3.1.2 MA4011D (or MA4012D) Power/Control Module D I A G R A M 3 .
ALARM LED A constant Alarm LED on the MA4011D 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. 3.2 Front Panel Operating Modes 3.2.
RF OUTPUT LEVEL ADJUST When this mode is selected, the display will read: RFPwr XX.X dBmV 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 45 dBmV - 61 dBmV. * Ensure that the IF level is correctly set before adjusting the RF level.
3.2.2 MA4011D (and/or MA4012D) Power/Control Module Modes ADDRESS When this mode is selected, the display will read: Address XXX * The displayed address is the currently selected MA4002D Chassis Address. A different address can be selected by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons. The MA4002D chassis has an address from 001 - 999. The address is only used for remote control and monitoring purposes. The factory default address is 999.
3.4 Remote Control Using Terminal Mode This mode allows the MA4040D to be controlled using a standard terminal (or terminal emulation) program. In order to use this mode, the following information is required: • • • • • • Terminal mode must be selected from the front panel on the power supply. 1) Press the Module Select button until Module K is selected. 2) Press the Mode button until the Remote Interface type is selected (RS-232, RS-485).
3.6 Remote Control Via SNMP When the SNMP option is installed, the MA4011D (or MA4012D) Power/Control Module Mode will vary slightly as follows: RS232/RS485//TERMINAL/SNMP SELECT When this mode is selected, the display will read: RS232 Selected Or RS485 Selected Or Terminl Selected Or SNMP Selected Pressing the UP/DOWN button will toggle the display between RS232, RS485, Terminal, and SNMP. Refer to the SNMP Manual for more information regarding SNMP Operation. 3.
0 H A 4 0 0 3.9 Procedure for Using the MA4040D Redundancy Feature 6 0 D I A G R A M 3.
versions of the MA4040. WaveCom Electronics Inc MA4040D Manual; MAN1L0901 REV 13(0104) Approved: D.P.
4.0 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 4.1 MA4040D D I A G R A M 4 . 1 A : R E A R P A N E L –MA4040D U P C O N V E R T E R M O D U L E RF OUT RF MON -20dB IF IN UPCONVERTER WaveCom MA4040D RF OUT The RF out F connector provides the RF output signal from 53 to 857 MHz with a level of 45 to 61 dBmV. The impedance is 75 ohm. RF MON The RF Monitor F connector provides a means of checking the RF output without disconnecting it from service. The RF Monitor will provide an output 20 dB down from the RF output.
X 0 0 , 4 D 4 2 4.2 MA4011D (and/or MA4012D) Power/Control Module A A 2 - D I A G R A M 4 . 2 A : R E A R P A N E L –MA4011D P O W E R / C O N T R O L M O D U L E S E A 0 S 0 1 M P 0 U Optional Redundant PS4011D Power Supply REMOTE INTERFACE 1 4 5 F 1 0 0 MADE IN CANADA 4 V 6 D I A G R A M 4 .
T A B L E 4 . 2 A : RS232 P I N - O U T Terminal Upconverter RJ45 Pin Signal Direction Signal RJ45 Pin 1 CTS ← CTS 1 2 DSR ← DSR 2 3 RXD ← TXD 3 4 RXD/GND — RXD/GND 4 5 TXD/GND — TXD/GND 5 6 TXD → RXD 6 7 DTR → DTR 7 RTS → RTS 8 8 * Note: The above pin-out allows a straight through RJ45 cable to be used for connection between the terminal and the MA4002D chassis.
5.0 STATUS CODES 5.1 MA4040D 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. T A B L E 5 .
5.2 MA4011D (or MA4012D) 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. T A B L E 5 .
6.0 ERROR CODES 6.1 MA4040D 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. T A B L E 6 .
6.2 MA4011D (or MA4012D) 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. T A B L E 6 .
7.0 DETAILED REMOTE CONTROL 7.1 Operation The Multi Agile System may be controlled via the RS232/RS485 Remote Interface connector. (See Section 4.2, Power/Control Module Rear Panel Connections (pp 21, 22) for the connector pin-out). The input data rate can be 9600, 14400, or 28800 baud. The 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.
CC = Command Code (2 or 3 ASCII characters) FL = Load Frequency IAS = Set IF AGC Threshold RTE = Enable RF Threshold AI = Set IF Attenuation IAE = Enable IF AGC Threshold RTD = Disable RF Threshold AR = Set RF Attenuation IAD = Disable IF AGC Threshold SU = Unit Status Request OE = Enable Output ITS = Set IF Threshold SC = Configuration Status Request OD = Disable Output ITE = Enable IF Threshold LE = Enable Local Control BE = Backup Relay Enable ITD = Disable IF Threshold LD = Disable Loca
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: ADDRRCCRC or ADDRRCPARMCRC There will be one response returned for all commands. ASCII Asterisk character ASCII Space character ASCII Carriage Return character ADD = Address (3 characters) The address of the unit that is responding to the command.
7.5 Detailed Command Descriptions and System Responses This section defines each of the command codes and the associated parameters. FL - Load Frequency Description: Loads the frequency for the specified module. Parameters: Desired frequency in MHz, in the form XXX.XXXX. Leading zeros are optional, but not required. The decimal point and four trailing characters are required. Valid input frequencies are between 53.0000 MHz and 857.0000 MHz. Valid trailing characters are multiples of 0.
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-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.
OD - Disable Output Description: Turns off the Output from the specified module. Parameters: None Example: *999AODCRC Response: OK or MOD or ERR or CRC BE - Backup Relay Enable Description: Enables the backup relay on the specified module. This allows the IF input to the card to be switched to a redundant card in the event of module failure.
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: *999ASUCRC 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). T A B L E 7 .
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. Refer to Appendix A for the CRC lookup table. 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.
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.
APPENDIX A – CRC – 16 CALCULATIONS TABLE All values in the table are in Hex format.
99 9A 9B X TERM 9C 9D 9E 9F A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 AA AB AC AD AE AF B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 BA BB BC BD BE BF C0 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 CA CB CC CD CE CF 6AC0 6B80 AB41 ENTRY 6900 A9C1 A881 6840 7800 B8C1 B981 7940 BB01 7BC0 7A80 BA41 BE01 7EC0 7F80 BF41 7D00 BDC1 BC81 7C40 B401 74C0 7580 B541 7700 B7C1 B681 7640 7200 B2C1 B381 7340 B101 71C0 7080 B041 5000 90C1 9181 5140 9301 53C0 5280 9241 9601 56C0 5780 9741 5500 95C1 9481 5440 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 X TERM D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC DD DE DF E0
APPENDIX B - MA4040D REDUNDANCY DIAGRAMS When configuring Module pairs for redundancy, the first module in a pair to have the Redundant Mode enabled becomes the active (Primary) Module and its RF Output is automatically enabled. The second module becomes the backup (Secondary) Module and its RF output is automatically disabled. In the event of a failure of the Active Module, it will disable its RF output and notify the Backup Module to become Active.
APPENDIX C - REMOTE ACCESS SOFTWARE INSTALLATION & UTILITY INSTRUCTIONS C1.0 Multi Agile Remote Access Software Installation C1.0.1 Installation from Diskettes: Disk 1 of 2 contains the files: MADEMO1.cab, setup.exe, Setup.lst Disk 2 of 2 contains the files: MADEMO2.cab, MA_Software_Apnv7_0006.doc, MA_Terminal_Apnv1_9910.pdf, MA_Physical_Apnv3_0003.doc. Procedure: (1) (2) Copy all the files from the diskettes to a common directory on your PC. (e.g. C:\Temp) Run the program “setup.
C2.0 Multi Agile Remote Access Software Overview C2.0.1 Multi Agile Remote Access Software Main Window The Multi Agile Remote Access Software is intended for use with WaveCom’s MA4000 Series, UC4040x, and DUAL4040x products. Please refer to MA401xx, UC4040x, DUAL4040x Application Note Remote Access Connection to a Local Computer or Modem for details on physical connection.
C3.0 Multi Agile Remote Access Software Utilities C3.0.1 Flash Update – Controller / Display * Do not power cycle the unit or use the Front Panel Buttons to configure the unit while it is programming. The operation of the Upconverters should not be affected during programming. The Controller for the MA401xx, UC4040x and the DUAL4040x stores operating code in Flash Memory in order to make it possible to update using the RS232 interface.
C3.0.2 Flash Update – x4040D Upconverter module The 4040 FLASH utility is only intended for: MA4040DUC4040D DUAL4040D You can identify which Upconverter model you have from the label on the front of the card or unit. If you are unsure as to whether or not your particular Upconverter can be flashed, contact WaveCom Technical Support by phone or email support@wavecom.ca with the model number and serial number.
C3.1 MA/UC 4040 From the Menu Selection Bar, click on MA/UC 4040 and select Demo. The following window will open: C3.1.1 MA/UC 4040 Utility Description Module Selection When using this software with the MA4040x or DUAL4040x you will need to select the appropriate slot position of the Upconverter module that you wish to control.
Change Upper Frequency Limit EuroDOCSIS specifies that the upper frequency limit shall be 858.0 MHz center. In order to accommodate customers that would like to use WaveCom’s products for EuroDOCSIS, the user has the ability to modify standard Upconverters with an upper frequency of 857.0 MHz center to an upper frequency limit of 858.0 MHz.
Redundant Operation There are two indication boxes used for redundant mode. The first box will indicate Alarm/Lock if the module selected failed while it was the active module in redundant mode. The second box will indicate whether or not the selected module is currently in redundant mode. The Backup Enable and Backup Disable buttons are used to enable or disable redundant mode for the selected module.
Change Maximum allowable RF Output Level WaveCom specifies a maximum output of +61 dBmV for performance that meets or exceeds the DOCSIS specifications. At the factory, the maximum output is limited to +63 dBmV for each Upconverter card. Any attempt to exceed the maximum RF limit will cause the unit to automatically attenuate the signal to a level below +63 dBmV. For test purposes, the unit may be required to have a higher output level.
C3.2 MA 4050 From the Menu Selection Bar, click on MA 4050 and select Demo. The following window will open: C3.2.1 MA4050 Utility Description Communications Section: You will need to select the appropriate slot position of the MA4050x module that you wish to control. Looking at the FRONT of the MA4002x Chassis, the slot positions are labeled A though J from left to right. The password is not required for normal operation of the program.
Unit Status Section: * This program will work only with the MA4050x module. It will give a "No Response" error if another type of module (such as a MA4040x upconverter) is in the selected location. The parameters in the Unit Status section are read from the MA4050B modulator, and may also be set from the program. To change a parameter, enter a value or choose one of the selections, and then click the LOAD button adjacent to that parameter.
MPEG SYNCHRONIZATION The MA4050B may be configured to automatically synchronize to the MPEG sync byte. This mode may only be selected via the remote control (and through this software). It is not available via the front panel. When this is turned to "ON", the MA4050B auto-synchronizes to the MPEG sync byte ($47) by searching for the sync byte in the data stream rather than using the PSYNC signal. This must be turned on for correct operation in ASI 188 mode with DVB or DAVIC coding.
Alarms Section: This section indicates the alarm status of the modulator with simple red/green indicators. IF LEVEL The MA4050B module has detected a low level from the IF output power detector in the MA4050B module. The alarm does not activate if the IF output has been manually disabled. This alarm condition may occur if there is no data fed into the MA4050B module, or if the wrong interface is selected. It may also occur due to a hardware failure in the module.
C3.2.2 Calculator From the Menu Selection Bar, click on MA 4050 and select Calculator. The following window will open: By selecting the proper configuration from the different sections of the calculator you can determine the correct Bit Rate for a given Symbol Rate or the correct Symbol Rate for a given Bit Rate. The example above is for 64QAM, Annex B, ASI 188, MPEG Insertion off, and a Symbol Rate of 5.05694 MS/s. The resulting Bit Rate is 26.
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