Comtech EF Data SDM-2020 - Manual (Page 77)

SDM-2020 Satellite Demodulator Revision 4
Front Panel Operation MN/SDM2020D.IOM
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Function Select: Configuration: Demodulator: BER Threshold
BER THRESHOLD
NONE
This function is used to set the BER threshold. If the BER threshold set is exceeded, a
receive alarm will be indicated by the status indicators, also a receive alarm relay will
engage providing external status at the rear panel.
BER threshold may be set for 1E-3 to 1E-8, or may be disabled by specifying NONE.
On entry, the current setting of the BER threshold is displayed. Press [
↑] or [↓] to select
the desired setting. Press <ENTER> to execute the change.
Function Select: Configuration: Demodulator: Eb/No Threshold
Eb/No THRESHOLD
NONE
Programs the Eb/N0 target set point. The Eb/N0 target set point ranges from 3.0 to 16.0
dB, in 0.1 dB steps.
On entry, the current Eb/N0 target set point is displayed with a flashing cursor. Press [↑]
or [
↓] to increment the digit at the flashing cursor. Press <ENTER> to execute the
change.