4 util: id (circuit id), 1 util: 1:1 (manual 1:1 switchover) – Comtech EF Data CDM-570A User Manual

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CDM-570A/570AL Satellite Modem with Optional Packet Processor

MN-CDM570A

Front Panel Operation

Revision 2

6–58

Use the

◄ ►

arrow keys to Disable or Enable the warm-up delay feature. Press ENTER.

If you select Disable, the modem powers up, and goes into normal operational service without

delay.

If you select Enable, one of the following screens displays when the modem powers up:

CDM/R-570ALunit:

CDM-570A unit:

The bottom line counts down, in seconds, the time remaining for the warm-up period. During

this period, the Tx Carrier is deliberately muted. At the end of the warm-up period, the bottom

line reverts to the ‘normal’ opening screen display (i.e., it displays the Firmware version), and

the modem ENTERs into its normal operational state.

Bypass (override) the warm-up period at any time by pressing the CLEAR key.

6.3.7.4 UTIL: ID (Circuit ID)

Edit Circuit ID:(◄ ►,▲ ▼)

24 CHARACTER TST MESSAGE

A 24-character Circuit ID string may be composed on the bottom line only. To compose the

Circuit ID string, first use the

◄ ►

arrow keys to select a character to edit. Then, use the

▲▼arrow keys to edit that character. Press ENTER.

The following characters are available (a maximum length of 24 characters of allowed):

[Space]

( ) * + - . / 0 through 9 and A through Z.

6.3.7.4.1 UTIL: 1:1 (Manual 1:1 Switchover)

Press ENT to force modem

to Standby (1:1 ONLY)

If this modem is the online unit in a 1:1 redundant configuration, press ENTER to force the unit

into Standby mode. Otherwise, press CLEAR to exit this menu and return to the previous menu

without causing the switchover.

Comtech CDM-570A Modem

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Comtech CDM/R-570ALModem

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