Integrated L-Band Up/Dn Converter LT3600

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3.2 Front Panel Alarm Settings

 

Menu Page

Active

Mask

Comment

 

Modes

(Default)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto

 

Must select "Auto" Mode when Starswitch is not present.

1)

Starswitch

ON

Auto

Forces summary alarm to OFF (see Starswitch operation).

 

 

 

STBY

 

Forces summary alarm to ON (see Starswitch operation).

 

Front Panel

Muted

 

Mutes audio tone when in alarm.

2)

Muted

(has no effect on Summary Alarm condition).

Alarm Tone

On

 

 

Audio Tone will indicate an Alarm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N/A

 

Disable Alarm if External Reference Oscillator is not present.

3)

Reference

Act

N/A

Activate for External Reference Alarm (select in Edit Mode).

Oscillator

OK

External Reference is detected (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

Bad

 

External Reference is not detected (Active Mode).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N/A

 

Disable Alarm if LNB (or BDC) is not present.

4)

LNB

 

Act

N/A

Activate for LNB supply current Alarm (select in Edit Mode).

 

OK

LNB supply current is within acceptable range (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bad

 

LNB supply current is not within acceptable range (Active Mode)

 

 

 

N/A

 

Disable Alarm if SSPB (or BUC) is not present.

 

 

Lck

Act

N/A

Activate for SSPB, PLL Alarm (select in Edit Mode).

 

 

OK

SSPB, PLL is Locked (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bad

 

SSPB, PLL is not Locked (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

5)

SSPB

 

N/A

 

Disable Alarm if SSPB (or BUC) is not present.

Amp

Act

N/A

Activate for SSPB, Amplifier Summary Alarm (select in Edit Mode).

 

 

OK

SSPB, Amplifier Summary Alarm is OFF (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bad

 

SSPB, Amplifier Summary Alarm is ON (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N/A

 

Disable Alarm if SSPB (or BUC) is not present.

 

 

Therm

Act

N/A

Activate for SSPB, Thermal Alarm (select in Edit Mode).

 

 

OK

SSPB, Thermal Alarm is OFF (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bad

 

SSPB, Thermal Alarm is ON (Active Mode)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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General Dynamics LT-3600, UP/DN CONVERTER L-BAND manual Front Panel Alarm Settings

UP/DN CONVERTER L-BAND, LT-3600 specifications

The General Dynamics LT-3600 is an advanced UP/DN converter designed specifically for L-band applications, tailored to meet the rigorous demands of modern communication and broadcasting systems. Known for its reliability and versatility, the LT-3600 supports a wide range of operational environments, making it a preferred choice for military, aerospace, and commercial users.

One of the standout features of the LT-3600 is its ability to provide high-performance frequency translation with minimal signal degradation. The device operates within a frequency range typically from 950 MHz to 2150 MHz, allowing it to effectively handle various input and output frequencies, which is crucial for seamless integration into existing systems.

The LT-3600 employs advanced digital signal processing (DSP) technologies that enhance its performance in terms of linearity, noise figures, and phase stability. This results in superior signal clarity and reduced interference, ensuring that the converted signals maintain their integrity over long distances. The use of high-quality mixers and filters further contributes to its exceptional performance metrics, making it suitable for critical applications where signal fidelity is paramount.

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