Chp_13 buc fsk communications, Introduction, Chapter 13. buc fsk communications – Comtech EF Data SNM-1001L User Manual
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Chapter 13. BUC FSK
COMMUNICATIONS
13.1 Introduction
The modulator includes capability to communicate with an ODU Block Up Converter 
(BUC) using an FSK signal multiplexed onto the IF output connector along with the TX 
IF signal, 10 MHX reference, and DC power to the BUC. The M&C implements 
commands to control BUC functions and to query the BUC for configuration or status 
information. 
 
FSK Transmitter 
Frequency 
650 kHz
± 5 %
FSK Deviation
± 60 kHz nominal (+60 kHz mark)
Deviation Tolerance
± 50 kHz minimum, ± 70 kHz maximum
Output Level
-5 to –15 dBm
Start Tone Time
10 ms minimum
Output Impedance
50
Ω
Start Time
710 kHz
FSK Receiver 
Locking Range 
Input Sensitivity 
± 32.5 kHz 
-15 dBm (50
Ω)
Transmission Protocol 
Baud Rate 
Data Bits 
Parity 
Stop Bits 
Message Rate 
BUC Response Time 
Maximum Response Time 
9600 bps 
8 
None 
1 
1 every 40 msec 
12 msec, typical 
40 msec 
Note: If the BUC does not respond within the maximum response time the IDU should 
cyclically repeat the command.