Comtech EF Data CDM-570 - Manual (Page 12)

CDM-570/570L Satellite Modem with Optional IP Module Revision 12
Table of Contents MN/CDM570L.IOM
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Contacting Comtech EF Data ............................................................................................................... xxx
Returning a Product for Upgrade or Repair ......................................................................................... xxxi
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1–1
1.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 1–1
1.2 Functional Description ............................................................................................................... 1–2
1.3 Features ........................................................................................................................................ 1–3
1.3.1 Physical Description ............................................................................................................. 1–3
1.3.2 Compatibility ........................................................................................................................ 1–3
1.3.3 Major Assemblies ................................................................................................................. 1–3
1.3.4 Dimensional Envelope .......................................................................................................... 1–4
1.3.5 Physical Features .................................................................................................................. 1–5
1.3.5.1 Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 1–5
1.3.5.2 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 1–5
1.3.6 Hardware Options ................................................................................................................. 1–7
1.3.7 Data Interfaces ...................................................................................................................... 1–7
1.3.8 Verification ........................................................................................................................... 1–7
1.3.9 AUPC .................................................................................................................................... 1–7
1.3.10 EDMAC ................................................................................................................................ 1–8
1.3.11 Updating Modem Firmware .................................................................................................. 1–8
1.3.12 Fully Accessible System Topology (FAST) ......................................................................... 1–8
1.3.13 Supporting Hardware and Software .................................................................................... 1–10
1.4 Summary of Specifications ....................................................................................................... 1–11
1.4.1 Modulator ............................................................................................................................ 1–11
1.4.2 Demodulator ....................................................................................................................... 1–13
1.4.3 Automatic Uplink Power Control ....................................................................................... 1–15
1.4.4 Data and Miscellaneous Interfaces ..................................................................................... 1–16
1.4.5 Data Rate Ranges ................................................................................................................ 1–16
1.4.6 Miscellaneous ..................................................................................................................... 1–17
1.4.7 Approvals ............................................................................................................................ 1–18
CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION AND STARTUP .................................................................... 2–1
2.1 Unpacking and Inspecting the Shipment .................................................................................. 2–1
2.2 Rack-mounting the CDM-570/570L .......................................................................................... 2–2
2.2.1 Installing the Optional Rear-Mounting Support Brackets Kit .............................................. 2–4
2.3 Initial Configuration ................................................................................................................... 2–5
2.4 Verifying Operation (IF Loopback Test) .................................................................................. 2–5
2.5 Connecting External Cables ....................................................................................................... 2–6