Comtech EF Data SLM-5650A - Manual (Page 87)

SLM-5650A Satellite Modem Revision 8
Front Panel Operation MN-SLM5650A
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5.1.3.2 Opening Screen
The front panel menu screens provide the visual means to fully control and monitor operation of
the SLM-5650A. The first screen to display, after the modem power switch is turned on, is the
read-only opening screen:
Comtech SLM-5650A Modem State: GO
Firmware Version x.x.x Mode: TURBO
The top line identifies the product and its operational state. The bottom line displays the currently
running firmware version, and the selected mode of operation. Press any key to continue to the
SELECT: (Main) menu screen.
The user must first go to CONFIG: MODE to set the MODEM type, the
FREQBAND, and the INTERFACE type before proceeding with the rest of the
modem configuration.
5.2 SELECT: (Main) Menu
SELECT: Configure Monitor Test
Save/Load Utility (E)
The menu matrix on the next page identifies the content section in this chapter for each menu
branch, and the functional description and available settings for each branch submenu.
Use the arrow keys to select any menu branch, and then press [ENT].
SELECT: Branch Description
Configure Select to fully configure the modem.
Monitor
Select to monitor the alarm status of the modem, to view the log of stored events, and
to display the Receive Parameters screen and clear all stored faults.
Test Select to configure the modem into one of several Test modes.
Save/Load Select to save and retrieve up to 10 different modem configurations.
Utility
Select to perform miscellaneous functions, such as setting the Real-Time Clock,
adjusting the display brightness, etc.