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ViaLiteHD RF Support Module User Manual (HRS-HB-6)

1. Serial Digital Modem options The ViaLiteHD serial digital modem module offers the following options E 3 4 2 Selectable control mode software 12C or hardware DIP switch RS422 485 data rate 115kbps 500kbps and 10Mbps TTL input impedance 50ohm 6000hm and 10kohm TTL drive capability 500hm or standard a few kohm LED display mode alarm or data signal Plug in Edge OEM and m Link formats Not all combinations of options are available Contact ViaLite Communications for more details Serial Digital Modem installation The ViaLiteHD serial digital modem is available in standard plug in module see sections 2 1 1 and 2 1 2 for details on installing these in a chassis More details are also provided in the chassis handbook HRK HB The serial digital modem may be fitted in any of the 5HP slots For the Edge OEM and m Link refer to section 2 1 3 and 2 1 4 3 4 3 Serial Digital Modem connecting the module The ViaLiteHD serial digital modem has two rear optical ports the upper one is Rx input and the lower one is Tx output These ports should be connected to your optical fibre transmission path In addition there is a 30 way DIN type connector at the back of the module which normally plugs into the relevant socket on the chassis backplane The pin assignment is given below 39 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 30 way DIN ee 30 way DIN 30 way DIN Column A Column B Column C po NC NG k a y NC
2. 9 e Ground The capability of the open collector is dependent on the module that provides it The typical capability of the Open Collector Drain is 50mA maximum current sink and 15V maximum voltage Vext HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 2 5 Module analogue monitor The analogue monitor available on the chassis case connector see the HRK 3 case handbook is NOT used by this module The pin for these module positions will be open circuit Amplifier Analogue monitor A Not Used Not Used Not Used Analogue monitor B Not Used Not Used Not Used 2 2 6 RF connectors ViaLiteHD products are fitted with a range of standard RF connectors The RF modules are all fitted with FEMALE connectors When connecting the modules ensure that you have both the correct type and impedance of connector Listed below are the connector types available Front panel test connectors plug in modules only e BNC 50 ohms bayonet e BNC 75ohms bayonet Rear Input Output connectors plug in modules only e SMA 50 ohms screw on e BNC 75ohms bayonet e F Type 75 ohms screw on Not all connector types are available on all types of module If you are unsure of the connector type your module is fitted with this can be determined from the part number see section 5 Blind mating modules are fitted with a floating RF connector mating between the plug in module and the chassis rear plate This is a purely internal interface and should not be connected by a
3. d i RF6 P6 S5 RES Ph S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 Gi REI P1 Six 1 1 redundant receivers using blindmate plug in modules and switches viewed from rear of the chassis 3 2 13 Switch 3U chassis configurations six and four 1 1 redundant receivers This chassis configuration would use one chassis equipped with transmitters and switches and another with receivers and switches This has the advantage of reducing the loss ahead of the transmitter which is advantageous in low signal scenarios If you wish to use this type of redundancy you must however assure that you control system that is capable of the following It must force the PRIMARY RECEIVER s RF SWITCH to switch to the SECONDARY RECEIVER in the event of a MAJOR ALARM on the PRIMARY TRANSMITTER typically a failure in the transmitter will cause an RLL alarm in the receiver hence this will happen automatically It must also force the PRIMARY TRANSMITTER s RF SWITCH to switch to the SECONDARY TRANSMITTER in the event of a MAJOR ALARM on the PRIMARY RECEIVER This will require that the control systems of the local and remote chassis are able to talk to each other and force status changes on the switches this could be achieved by using ViaLiteHD SNMP and web controller with your SNMP management software 3 2 14 Switches associated parts Two matching cables are supplied with your RF switch Spares and replacements may also be ordered contact ViaLite Communications for mo
4. OFF S O Sets the output boost status ENABLED 1V or DISABLED no extra voltage Sets the auxiliary mode it can be ON 22V nominal output or DISABLED normal Sets the tone generation type it can be ACTIVE 22kHz on or DSQIN do not use Set the current threshold to LOW 6mA or HIGH 12mA Sets the current limit STATIC simple clamp or ACTIVE pulsed current limiting 46 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 6 3 LNB module manual configuration LNB module can be configured manually using on board DIP switches Below is description of DIP switch settings description LNB M EN Enables manual control V_SEL Selects output voltage 13V or 18V TONE ON Turns ON OFF the 22kHz tone BOOST If set output voltage is boosted by 1V comparing to the nominal value to compensate CLR for cable losses AUX PWR Sets the output to 22V 3 6 4 LNB module interface Connector pin assignment Pin 30 way EDGE connector Function EX NS AN DND NC NC NC NC po NO EN N E EF NC dla No 1 Oj O O o O JO O JO JO JO JO O O O 1 3 5 7 11 113 119 117 19 21 23 25 27 29 EDGE OEM Top View 30 way double sided header Connector Type 2 54mm double sided edge Compatible mating connectors PPM Description Supplier Supplier part PPM Description Supplier Supplier part number number 55708 CGRID3 15 way housing Molex 90156 0155 59897 Straight connector Toby Electronics 802 S 30 S R 54
5. e Screw the blindmating plate into the appropriate slot at the rear of the chassis using the supplied screws and a Pozidriv Number 1 screwdriver 2 Push the release button of the module handle down and simultaneously pull the top of the handle towards you e Align the module upright and perpendicular to the front face of the chassis so that the PCB slides into the crow s feet card guides top and bottom 3 e Gently push the module down its guide applying pressure via the handle without locking it you may also apply pressure between the LED and test connector 4 As the module is fully mated the top of the handle should snap back and lock in position The pawls of the handle should be fully engaged in the matching slots If power is applied to the chassis the module power LED should light as soon as the module is fully inserted Connect any interface cables to the blind mate plate at the rear of the chassis 1 2 3 4 To remove a blind mate module Push the release button of the module handle down and simultaneously pull the top of the handle towards you Apply pressure via the handle and gently withdraw the module from the chassis Check that the RF mating barrel is retained by the chassis Blindmating plate All cables with be retained by the chassis HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 1 2 5HP standard plug in modules All ViaLiteHD plug in modules are hot swappable so it is not necessary to pow
6. 22kHz 20 to 24 kHz 1000BASE T 1GB Ethernet 802 3 4 pairs use CAT6 or CAT5e cable 0 35 to 3 1V Function 14 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 6 9 Alarm inputs switch and splitter These are used by the switch and splitter modules ALARM LEFT and ALARM RIGHT Load 10Kohms pulled up to 5V Inputs conditions OKAY condition lt 100 ohms to ground ALARM condition gt 100Kohms to ground No damage voltage 0 5 to 5 5V 2 6 10 RF connectors Maximum RF input power no damage see rating in section 6 or contact ViaLite Communication Maximum RF output power see rating in section 6 or contact ViaLite Communication 2 6 11 Optical connections Maximum usable input power see rating in section 6 or contact ViaLite Communication Optical output power see rating in section 6 or contact ViaLite Communication 15 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 Module types 3 1 Splitter module Type This section covers the following ViaLiteHD RF support module e RF splitter module o HRD The ViaLiteHD RF Splitter Combiner module allows users to implement 1 1 redundancy with ViaLiteHD RF modules Together with the ViaLiteHD dual redundant power supplies and the 1 1 Redundancy RF Switch the RF Splitter Combiner provides the highest possible availability for the ViaLiteHD system This module is bi directional and can be used as either a splitter or a combiner The ViaLiteHD RF Splitter Combiner offers the following key
7. 1 00 8M Xx Recommended ficing M3 x 6 long mirimum Note Length i dependont on mote al type ond thickness Deing Mted to 21 5 4 3 2 M Link mounting dimensions without rear plate S Recommended fixings NOS x 6 long minimum based on fitting to a 2mm thick plate NQ 50 45 y 5 Note Lengih amp dependant on 2 POSN 4 mote a thickness beng filled to 17 50 2 75 9 Part numbering Module type A Amplifier module B Serial Digital C Monitor Control module D Splitter module E Ethernet L Redundant PSU load module P LNB power supply S RF switch module HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Frequency Type 0 Not frequency specific G GPS special function 1GHz 1 8GHz L L Band 950MHz 2150MHz N General purpose 10MHz 1GHz S Wideband 10MHz 3GHz T Low frequency timing 2kHz 50MHz W Extra Wideband 10MHz 4 2GHz Key Features A Amplifier B Serial Dig C Controller D Splitter E Ethernet L Load P LNB PSU S Switch Note HR VialiteHD system 1 Single amplifier 10 MB s RS232 460kB s 1 Web SNMP Fast Ethemet 10km 2 Summary alarm 1 2 way passive splitter DC unswitched 2 2 way passive splitter DC switched 1 Gigabit Ethemet fibre optic link 10km 2 Gigabit Ethemet fibre optic link 40km 3 Gigabit Ethemet fibre optic link 70km 1 Switchable load 1 Single Switchable 13V 18
8. 8 dB Gain variance from maximum gain 8dB gain step 3 3 5 5 Amplifier performance versus gain noise figure The noise figure of the amplifier is dependent in the attenuator setting Operating the amplifier with maximum gain will reduce the noise figure Noise figure increases slightly at higher frequencies When operating at higher gain greater than 25dB the noise figure is only marginally affected by the gain Figures below are typical wideband modules responses Noise figure versus amplifier gain o o _ 5 O iL o Q O Z Noise figure versus amplifier gain 35 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 3 5 6 Amplifier performance versus gain output P1dB The output one decibel compression point is only marginally affected by the amplifier gain unless operating at its lowest gain settings It is only slightly affected by frequency dropping slightly at frequencies below 100 MHz Figures below are typical wideband modules responses Output P1dB versus amplifier gain 22 Gain dB Output one decibel compression point versus amplifier gain 3 3 5 Amplifier performance versus gain input P1dB The input one decibel compression point of the amplifier is dependent on the attenuator setting Figures below are typical wideband modules responses input P1dB versus amplifier gain 1 MHz 100 MHz 1000 MHz 3 GHz o DD A O N aA Oo o 22 Gain dB Input one decibel compression point ver
9. DN ASS vee BS ooo Vo a vo When plugged in ViaLiteHD chassis each slot has a DE9 connector highlighted in red in the picture below on the backplane for data signal line connections The pin assignment for this connector is given below D Type No 1 contact 9 way pins No 5 contact 2x 4 40 UNC thread EA 6 TA 422 485 OUT Rx_422 485_OUT Module connector 18 Rx_232 OUT TTL_OUT 9 way D Type connector female ESA RTS_485 No 6 contact No 9 contact The connectors in red are located on the backplane of the HD chassis and specifically designed for digital signal connections with your system The Edge OEM uses a 30 pin edge connector and the M Link uses a 15 way Molex CGRID connector 30 way EDGE Function 15 way M Link connector pins connector pins Tx_422 485 IN Tx_422 485 IN BL Rxa422 4850UT se Rx232OUT TIL OUT Oo CS RTS BG Contact No 1 Contact No 1 A a An EH EDGE OEM Top View 30 way double sided header m Link module Top view 15 pin header Connector Type 2 54mm double sided edge male 40 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Compatible mating connectors PPM Description Supplier Supplier part PPM Description Supplier Supplier part number number 55708 CGRID3 15 way housing Molex 90156 0155 59897 Straight connector Toby Electronics 802 S 30 S R 54245 Crimp connector 22 24AWG Molex 90119 2110 59910 Righ
10. Eg Fx AN PF een Fx ls He ge S E H 3 des FF Port call al allel aul ell ala lalalala GA O DQ Q N d We a We i We d We Ka Fibre optic port o Ed ee K RF cable D ac 3 3 D E O O O O O Fibre optic cable 09 Se A RFx RF input port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable B Sx Secondary fibre optic cable A A B 4 el Ze b d ie CH Ah S6 RF6 P6 S5 RF5 P5 S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 S1 1 Six 1 1 redundant transmitters using blindmate plug in modules and splitters viewed from rear of the chassis 3 1 12 Using DC switched splitters with GPS transmitters with GPS mode enabled ViaLiteHD GPS optical transmitters offer GPS enabled mode In this mode TX unit senses the current from GPS antenna If the current drops below certain value the unit will raise an alarm If splitter has DC switched path one of the TX units will alarm because the DC path between antenna and transmitter is open To avoid alarms it is therefore not recommended to use such configuration 3 1 13 Splitter associated parts Two matching cables are supplied with your RF splitter spares and replacements may also be ordered contact ViaLite Communications for more details The standard parts supplied are detailed below Part Number Description Application 50ohm BNC use for connecting to between adjacent chassis 3 1 14 Splitter
11. 25 202 UASWIcned DO Dalit cat loco octetos 25 Die 1029 OWCE DO DA EE 25 22 Witch ELE Belge cl EE 26 3 20 SWITCH USC TE E E 26 329 SWIlCA COMMECHIIG Me ee 26 312 10 SWILCH System ISO OM EES 28 3 2 11 Switch 3U chassis configurations four 1 1 redundant transmitters ooocccccccccnnccnnncnncononcnnnononcnnnononnnnnononnnnnnnnanennnonanos 28 3 2 12 Switch 3U chassis configurations Six 1 1 redundant receivers ooccccccocncnncccncnnnconancnnnononennnononcnnnononnnnnononnrnnonnnrennnnnnnos 29 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 2 13 Switch 3U chassis configurations six and four 1 1 redundant receivers ooooccccccnoccnncononcnncononcnnnononnnnnononnnnnnonanennnnnanos 30 32 14 SWiithes SO e 30 3 2 15 Switch maintenance and fault finding guide A 30 3 3 NIUE TVS une Gi rotunda il aida oa 31 Soe AMP OPINAS A NOIR 31 330 2 Amplifier at UE Le Msi A AAA AA Ad 31 33 3 Ampltiie e elle ere he ue 32 33 4 Ampliti r iront panel indicators and Alan TTT 32 3 09 gt AMPc dan COMO italia 32 3 3 5 1 Amplifier gain control manual via DIP switches eb 32 3 3 5 2 Amplifier gain control manual via GUI versatil rnnt rererere 32 3 3 5 3 Amplifier gain control automatic gain control via GU 32 3 3 5 4 Amplifier performance versus gain ampltucde AEN 33 3 3 5 5 Amplifier performance versus gain NOISE Toure 35 3 3 5 6 Amplifier performance versus gain output Ride 36 3 3 5 7 Amplifier performance v
12. 8A Unswitched version should be chosen only if DC voltage on all three ports should be the same If devices connected to ports S1 and S2 require different voltage or different tone frequency the splitter with switched DC path should be used Note that for the purpose of this manual a term DC path means path for low frequency signals from DC to approx 50 kHz 3 1 3 Splitter with switched DC path module configuration The mode in which the RF splitter operates is USER configurable You can change this by using the ViaLiteHD SNMP and Web controller module The DEFAULT configuration in which all units are delivered is PREFERRED LEFT Below is a list of the available modes PREFERRED LEFT The COMMON is DC connected to the LEFT hand unit if this unit alarms it will switch to the RIGHT hand unit PREFERRED RIGHT The COMMON is DC connected to the RIGHT hand unit if this unit alarms it will switch to the LEFT hand unit FORCED LEFT The COMMON is DC connected to the LEFT irrespective of alarm status FORCED RIGHT The COMMON is DC connected to the RIGHT irrespective of alarm status Note that this is relevant ONLY for DC RF port behaviour cannot be configured 3 1 4 Splitter DC path protection The DC paths of the splitter are protected from over current with a fuse fitted to each DC output path these protect the passive components from over stress and permanent damage The fuses are fast acting blow once fuses these fuses w
13. FOL rear panel indicators On chassis mounted card there is an LED located at the rear of the unit by the RJ45 connector For the edge OEM and m Link units there is an LED at the front using the same scheme Colour Plug in module Edge OEM and m Link located at the rear located at the front GREEN Valid link Valid link GREEN flashing Valid link with activity Valid link with activity No valid link No valid link 3 5 6 GE FOL maintenance and fault finding guide Refer to the following table that gives a list of commonly encountered problems and suggested solutions Fault Possible Causes Power LED does not illuminate Power is not connected to the PSU Connect mains power to the rear of the PSU Check fuses of power leads Module is not fully inserted Check module is properly aligned and handle pawls are fully engaged Check there are no obstructions to the rear such as optical cable protective covers Difficulty inserting module Incorrect alignment Check that the module is correctly fitted in card guides Incorrect module slot Check that module is in correct slot Slots 1 13 for 5HP modules Alarm LED in ALARM state Wrong fibre connection Check if fibres are clean undamaged and 45 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX connected with correct polarity No copper cable connected Connect the cable One of the interconnected devices not Check system compatibility supporting Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 Link
14. a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense PULSE POWER amp MEASUREMENT LTD 2015 NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY FORM WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION PPM 65 SHRIVENHAM HUNDRED BUSINESS PARK SWINDON SN6 8TY UK TEL 44 1793 784389 FAX 44 1793 784391 EMAIL SALES PPM CO UK WEBSITE WWW VIALITE COM 63
15. advantages e Low insertion loss Small 5HP form factor Blindmate capability DC pass through on RF ports switched or unswitched Compatibility with ViaLiteHD chassis a vialite com C FEA WI Splitter front view standard plug in Splitter rear view standard plug in 3 1 1 Splitter options The ViaLiteHD RF Splitter Combiner module offer the following options e 50ohm and 75o0hm options H RF connectors Frequency band e DC pass through e Switched and unswitched DC paths e Standard 5HP module e Blindmate 5HP module E Not all combinations of options are available Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 3 1 2 Splitter DC path The ViaLiteHD RF splitter module can pass DC current Three variants of the splitter are available 16 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX c S1 S1 E S 4 S LEFT E E O S O O O S2 S2 S2 RIGHT RF splitter no DC path RF splitter with RF splitter with unswitched DC path switched DC path The diagrams above shows the difference between DC path options offered e Splitter with no DC path All RF ports are DC open circuit e Unswitched DC path All ports are permanently DC shorted any DC voltage on one port is available on the others e Switched DC path The common port is DC connected to one of the output ports dependent on the card configuration see section 3 1 3 Modules can work with voltages up to 20V and currents up to 0
16. and the M Link uses a 15 way Molex CGRID connector Pin 30 way EDGE connector Function AGE TT AAA ON 19 20 ALARM LEFT ALARM LEFT 21 22 23 24 ALARM 25 26 ALARM RIGHT ALARM RIGHT 27 28 29 30 Contact No 1 Contact No 1 EM S ees EE EDGE OEM Top View 30 way double sided header m Link module Top view 15 pin header Connector Type 2 54mm double sided edge male Compatible mating connectors PPM Description Supplier Supplier part PPM Description Supplier Supplier part number number 55708 CGRID3 15 way housing Molex 90156 0155 59897 Straight connector Toby Electronics 802 S 30 S R 54245 Crimp connector 22 24AWG Molex 90119 2110 59910 Right angle conn Digikey EEC15DRAN ND Note that for the 30 way PCB edge connector the top and bottom pin pads are electrically connected through the large via holes in the middle Hence there are only 15 connections effectively with 30 pin pads The PCB connector can be linked to your motherboard through the via holes using standard 2 54mm pitch pin header 27 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 2 10 Switch system integration In this typical configuration the RF signal is connected to Port B of the ViaLiteHD RF splitter and the two outputs ports A and C are fed into two ViaLiteHD single transmitter modules These modules are connected via two separate optical fibres to two ViaLiteHD single receiver modules These form t
17. and traffic LEDs not Not connected via RJ45 to a Gigabit device RJ45 port MUST be connected to a Gigabit illuminated when connected device The ViaLiteHD range of modules is engineered and calibrated for optimum performance and accuracy before dispatch In the event of any problems or queries arising with the equipment please contact ViaLite Communications or your local agent 3 6 LNB power supply This section covers the following ViaLiteHD support module e LNB power supply module referred as LNB hereafter LNB power supply modules can be used in a SATCOM6 outdoor enclosure Main features e Internally generated 13V and 18V selectable LNB voltage Output voltage boosted by 1V option Auxiliary mode with 22V output Switchable 22kHz signalling tone 700mA output current 3 6 1 LNB module installation LNB modules can be installed in slot 7 and 8 of the SATCOME Refer to the HEA xx HB SATCOM6 handbook for more information 3 6 2 LNB module SNMPconfiguration LNB module can be configured using an SNMP controller Refer to ViaLiteHD Controller Handbook to find more about controlling via the GUI Below is a description of the settings Switch Default factory setting description Power Block Sets the power block status it can be ENABLED on or DISABLED off DISABLED Output select Sets the output voltage it can be LOW 13V nominal or HIGH 18V nominal Sets the output tone status ON 22kHz tone or OFF no tone OFF
18. customer is responsible for shipping costs to return the module to ViaLite Communications ViaLite Communications or its agents will maintain its products in full working order and make all necessary adjustments and parts replacements during the Company s normal working hours provided that the Customer will pay at the rates currently charged by the Company for any replacements made necessary by accident misuse neglect wilful act or default or any cause other than normal use Claims must be made promptly and during the guarantee period IMPORTANT Please contact both your selling agent and ViaLite Communications prior to returning any goods for Warranty or Non Warranty repairs Goods will not be accepted without a valid return reference 62 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 9 FCC Approval Information to the user of ViaLiteHD products For a Class A digital device or peripheral the following instructions are furnished to the user This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in
19. module For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear SLOTS 16 15 14 gt lt x lt x lt SA GA E ke D oO aa RF Port O O LL lo O Fibre optic port 2 de D D RF cable E E Se OI Fibre optic cable RFx RF output port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable Sx Secondary fibre optic cable S6 RF6 P6 S5 RER P5 S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 Si REI P1 SLOTS 16 1 14 Sc X D B E E a a 3 3 rr Port oe CH Fibre optic port 2 2 D D RF cable 09 N Fibre optic cable RFx RF output port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable Sx Secondary fibre optic cable 3 3 S JA La S6 RF6 P6 S5 RFS P5 S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 S1 REI P1 Six 1 1 redundant transmitters using standard plug in modules and splitters viewed from rear of the chassis Top Connector configuration A typically used with FC optical and SMA RF connectors Bottom Connector configuration B typically used with all other connector configurations The rear panel connector configurations are dependent on module type different module may have different connector configurations However RF and optical connector can clearly be distinguished and connector letters are clearly shown on the rear panels Contact Vialite Communication or your local agent for more details 21 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX SLOTS 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 gt gt a Fx Pg Fx
20. spare For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear 20 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX SLOTS 16 15 14 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 lt x lt X x lt x lt X X ol o RE Part A i a We sn Wisc a G6 O O Q O Q Q O Fibre optic port ka e S 2 gt gt gt ue RF cable 0 E E E E lt Fibre optic cable 3 09 Sal 109 UN UN 109 RFx RF input port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable Sx Secondary fibre optic cable S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 S1 RF1 P1 Four 1 1 redundant transmitters using standard plug in modules and splitters viewed from rear of the chassis 3 1 11 Splitter 3U chassis configurations six 1 1 redundant receivers The chassis configuration below can be used to provide six redundant transmitters in a single ViaLiteHD 3U chassis For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear This configuration provides much higher density and 1 1 redundancy under normal operating conditions If a dual FOL transmitter module fails redundancy will be lost for both paths using the card for the short period that takes to replace the failed unit The blindmate option greatly reduces service time the time to replace the failed unit can be as low as 10 seconds hence this will have minimal effect on availability To reduce your spares requirement it is possible to use dual FOL transmitter modules in place of single FOL transmitter
21. 245 Crimp connector 22 24AWG Molex 90119 2110 59910 Right angle conn Digikey EEC15DRAN ND Note that for the 30 way PCB edge connector the top and bottom pin pads are electrically connected through the large via holes in the middle Hence there are only 15 connections effectively with 30 pin pads The PCB connector can be linked to your motherboard through the via holes using standard 2 54mm pitch pin header 47 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 4 Mechanical dimensions 4 1 Plug in module dimensions 131mm Splitter 26mm Weight 220g typical 300g maximum 48 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 42 OEM EDGE module dimensions Standard fibre optic cable length 260mm Detailed mechanical drawings are available of all ViaLiteHD modules on request Weight transmitter 60g typical Weight receiver 55g typical 4 3 M Link module dimensions With mounting bracket fitted All units are supplied with a mounting bracket The unit may be secured by 2 M2 5 tapped hole on the underside OR 21 5mm 2 M3 clearance holes in the mounting bracket 20mm Without mounting bracket fitted 74mm Detailed mechanical drawings are available of all ViaLiteHD modules on request Weight with mounting bracket fitted 130g typical Weight without mounting bracket fitted 112g typical 49 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 4 3 1 M Link mounting dimensions with rear plate 03 50 53 AA
22. 5 14 8 5 gt 2 RF Port Wa 99 D D O Fibre optic port RF cable Fibre optic cable Single FOL RX Single FOL RX Single FOL RX Single FOL RX Single FOL RX gt Single FOL RX S SE O re o Oo RFx RF output port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable Sx Secondary fibre optic cable E amp co A S L Q YN O E S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 S1 RF1 P1 Four 1 1 redundant receivers using standard plug in modules and switches viewed from rear of chassis 3 2 12 Switch 3U chassis configurations six 1 1 redundant receivers The chassis configuration below can be used to provide six redundant receivers in a single ViaLiteHD 3U chassis For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear This configuration provides much higher density and 1 1 redundancy under normal operating conditions If a dual FOL receiver module fails redundancy will be lost for both paths using the card for the short period that takes to replace the failed unit The blindmate option greatly reduces service time the time to replace the failed unit can be as low as 10 seconds and hence this will have minimal effect on availability For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear SLOTS 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Ss P G ae a a E Ey O O TA T RF Port 2 EH Fibre optic port gt O RF cable Y Se Fibre optic cable RFx RF o
23. A Ve ViaLiteHD support modules User Guide HRS HB 6 CR3383 02 09 2015 Pulse Power amp Measurement Ltd 65 Shrivenham Hundred Business Park Watchfield Swindon Wiltshire SN68TY UK P P M Tel 44 0 1793 784389 Fax 44 0 1793 784391 Email sales ppm co uk Web www vialite com HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Instrument Care and Safety Information Please read the whole of this section before using your ViaLiteHD product It contains important safety information and will enable you to get the most out of your Fibre Optic Link Electrical Safety ESD Precautions The ViaLiteHD chassis is a Safety Class 1 product having metal case directly connected to earth via the power supply cable When operating the equipment note the following precautions Hazardous voltages exist within the equipment There are no user serviceable parts inside the covers should only be removed by a qualified technician There are no user replaceable fuses in the chassis mounted equipment Replacement should only be carried out by a ViaLite Communications technician The chassis earth stud SHOULD be connected to the safety earth When using a 2 pin power supply cable the chassis earth stud MUST be connected to the safety earth The ViaLiteHD Power Supply Modules do not have an isolating switch on the mains voltage inlet For this reason the ViaLiteHD Chassis must be installed within easy reach of a clearly labelled dual pole mai
24. Amplifier Amplifier front view standard plug in Amplifier rear view standard plug in 3 3 3 Amplifier connecting the module The ViaLiteHD amplifier module has two rear RF ports 3 3 4 Amplifier front panel indicators and alarms The ViaLiteHD amplifier module uses the common front panel signalling scheme detailed in section 2 2 2 The amplifier module will generate a hardware front panel ALARM if any of these conditions occurs e A module internal hardware failure is detected Additionally the amplifier module will generate a software ALARM if any of these conditions occurs e Output power level is not in the desired range e AGC power control is out of range 3 3 5 Amplifier gain control The amplifier module is gain controllable and may have its gain changed The amplifier is factory configured to have maximum gain 3 3 5 1 Amplifier gain control manual via DIP switches See sections 2 3 2 1 and 2 3 2 2 3 3 5 2 Amplifier gain control manual via GUI The amplifier may be gain controlled with a ViaLiteHD SNMP and Web controller module When controlled by this method the gain maybe software programmed to your desired level Full details are given in the ViaLiteHD controller handbook 3 3 5 3 Amplifier gain control automatic gain control via GUI The amplifier may be automatically gain controlled with a ViaLiteHD SNMP and Web controller module When controlled by this method a desired output level is preset and the amplif
25. Average optical output power dBm typ e Optical path loss dB typ wo o Summary Alarm output a ae Open drain alarm PREN ORY CURRENT SINK Operating temperature range OOOO OS 20 C to 50 C Storage temperature range MN el 40 C to 70 C 1310nm All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up P standard 1550nm long distance 1550nm min 5dB optical attenuation required 59 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 6 Technical specification LNB Power Suppl its e input voltage AMEN o 910 15 Max output current s 700 NT E Efficiency BA A a Control options Manual via on board DIP switches Summary Alarm output a i Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT SINK Operating temperature range o 20 C to 50 C Storage temperature range O 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up Requires compatible controller 60 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 7 Maintenance and fault finding guide Refer to the following table that gives a list of commonly encountered problems and suggested solutions Possible Causes ee Power LED does not illuminate Power is not connected to the PSU Connect mains power to the rear of the PSU Check fuses of power leads Module is not fully inserted Check module is properly aligned and handle pawls are fully engaged Check there are no obstructions to the rear such as optical cable protective covers Difficulty inserting module Incorrec
26. C to 50 C Storage temperature AE a de tests 25 after 15 minutes warm k measured midband 53 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 2 Technical specification 3 port switch 6 2 1 Technical specification 3 port switch L Band high isolation ie momo path with DOpan L Band 75 ohms moaie LL negen Ines Leen Frequency range m av OOOO Impedance RF connector sasm asma romec 23 27 Flatness ullband Bw Jas o o max dB k Insetion loss RIGHT pot CB mag 1 25 papas Isolation port A C dB typ o Js Maximum input Signal d m 24 DC pass through current UT A No DC path E Bl No DC path Switching speed AM Te Summary Alarm output Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT SINK Alarm Operating temperature range 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature range 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up i Measured 1 2GHz 54 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 2 2 Technical specification 3 port switch wideband high isolation 50 ohm Wideband 50 ohms Wideband 50 ohms without DC path with DC path Module CE LL HRststor0 H RS4St0R4 Frequency range Mu O 10 gt Impedance RF connector a o 500 SMA VSWR typ 1000 50 1000 Insertion loss LEFT portA B dB typ 20 4 7 25 30 25 30 Flatness fullband fullband 0 5 max ste e ae te ARAS STE Switching speed AE semon ose Ram pon eS pRa 20 Jy des Se ao Ste
27. Classic com palas 5 2 SETTING UP AND UNDERSTANDING THE MODULES setae ern ee ees 6 2 1 Module OD GF ALO Mita odias elastica iaa taria 6 211 SAP bindmate plugda ue 6 22 SAP Standard plug MOQUIES A A AAA AAA AAA 7 E A A 8 Balsa EDGE tO le Snape 8 2 2 Using the Support modo Oca casa IRENE Ea Ita 9 Sech Connecting Ie MO reese ee EEN 9 2 2 2 Front panel Indicators plug e Ru ee sr A AA AA A A 9 2 223 Module SUMMARY alcaide 9 22A 1 CONMECING to the SUMMA da ac eege 9 22 0 Moquie E loque ei e anda convo 10 220 E ee esate airs seat weet vac ns nt A AAA lia 10 2 2 7 RF and opticalrear inpul and Output POMS incita e A A ds 10 2 3 CORTAR AN MI o e 11 2 Manta CONO EE 11 2 3 2 Manual control DIP switch functions oococccccnccncnncnccnccnccncnncnncnnnnncnconnoncnnnnnn nano nonnonnnnn nan nnnnnonnonnnna naa nan nno na nnanannanna ninas 11 23 21 DIF switches AMPLIFIER AGC siii 12 eee Manta dal CONTO LSO DIS ias 12 233 Ganong modules ART Na as 12 2 0 4 Software control via SNMP controller o tutti a li dd 13 2 4 Susceptibility to DC pulses from ViaLiteHD modules 13 2 5 Protection of ViaLiteHD equipment from DC pulses nnasnnnnnnneennnnneeeetnttrtesttnttrttertnttttt rtnn ttEE AEAEE EEEESAEEEEEEESREEEEEEE REEE EEEE rnnt eneen 13 2 6 Module Interface Taling EE 13 eb Loglentertace TTL EE 13 O o EE 13 203 SLOGIGINICH ACE SASF EE 13 2 0 4 LOOIGIMCT ACCS EE 13 26 5 LOGIC InlehaGe Open DI EE e
28. Fuse fitted e Switched DC path Fuse fitted Fuse F7 port A Fuse F11 port C Position of fuses on rear of switch modules plug in and EDGE 3 2 8 Switch fuse replacement To replace the fuse of the switch you will need a set of tweezers e Remove the module from the chassis e Use a pair of tweezers to remove the failed fuse pulling perpendicularly away from the PCB Fuse F7 is connected to port A Fuse F11 is connected to port C NOTE The fuse is fitted in a socket see below for a picture of the removable part e Replace the fuse with a suitable part details below e Check the fuse is securely fixed e Replace the module Suitable replacement fuse Description 1A 125V very fast OMNI BLOK SMD socketed PPM part number 59993A OMNI BLOK removable fuse Source Littlefuse Suppliers part number 0453001 MR 3 2 9 Switch connecting the module The ViaLiteHD RF switch module has 3 RF connectors the upper one is Left and the lower one is Right The middle connector is Common port Port A Typically this will be the PRIMARY path COMMON Typically this is an INPUT Right Typically this will be the SECONDARY path 26 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX In addition there is a 30 way DIN type connector at the back of the module which normally plugs into the relevant socket on the chassis backplane The pin assignment is given below Column A Column B Column C The Edge OEM uses a 30 pin edge connector
29. HANDBOOK DOCX 6 Technical specifications 6 1 Technical specification Splitter 6 1 1 Technical specification Splitter L Band A TL L ns win pa Ban TS me Luna HRD 2 L1 oR aT Irma Erequencyrangs wz ao een Membe Lt E E Yvan ege o E insertion loss path S1 pon AB a aa Ia Ian Insertion loss path S2 port CB dB yo a2 Ian o a Cape tulband g oa Jor oa insertion loss path S1 port AB dB mag s0 ss o Insertion loss path 2 port C B dB may 17 s0 ss o Isolation port A C TUTTI IE A O Maximum input Signal am A a current DC pass though maximum No DC path Summary Alarm output PY Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT SINK Alarm Operating temperature range S 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature range E DE 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up Measured 1 2GHz 52 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 1 2 Technical specification Splitter Wideband Wideband 50 ohms Wideband 50 ohms without DC path with DC path Module f HRD 1 S1 0R 01 HRD 2 S1 0R 41 Frequency range MHz 10 3000 connector sn tt on RE eer wien TE Tes Eet fem pe e EC e E KN Flatness fullband eng log Insertion loss path S1 port A B dB max as so feo 4 es port C B _ 20 Isolation port A Maximum input Signal 24 maximum Voltage 0 4 Summary Alarm output Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT SINK Alarm Operating temperature une o ande 10
30. L Band and wideband 10MHz 3G Hz High speed switching Standard 5HP module Blindmate 5HP module DC path DC ports switch or unswitched NOTE Not all combinations of options are available Contact ViaLite Communications for more details e Operation below 10MHz is possible but power handing performance will be impacted Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 3 2 2 Switch installation The ViaLiteHD RF switch module is available in standard plug in module or blindmate plug in module see sections 2 1 1 and 2 1 2 for details on installing these in a chassis More details are also provided in the chassis handbook HRK HB The switch maybe fitted in any of the 5HP slots Your RF switch can be supplied with two flexible RF cables to be used for the rear panel connections The control lines for the RF switch are hardwired on the ViaLiteHD chassis to each adjacent slot In a default set up the RF switch should be fitted between the two modules that you wish to switch With the primary module being on the left hand side as viewed from the front of the chassis i e lowest numbered slot and the secondary module being on the right hand side as viewed from the front of the chassis i e the highest number slot The alarms from each adjacent module are feed to the switch allowing it to asynchronously switch Primary RF link Secondary RF link Primary Fibre Secondary Fibre Typical configuration of switch standard plug in with single receiver mo
31. SINK Alarm Operating temperature range A 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature range Ecg 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up i Measured 1 2GHz 57 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 4 Technical specification Serial digital modem en 17 CI O We Module type for pe YO ROBO O Module type for RS422 O ABAD BARR LABIO Module type for RS485 Module type for TTL Data Rate 1 RS422 and RS485 Data Rate 2 RS422 and RS485 Data Rate 3 RS422 and RS485 Data Rate TTL Data Rate RS232 Input Impedance RS232 Input Impedance 1 TTL Input Impedance 2 TTL Input Impedance 3 TTL TTL Drive Capability Duty Cycle Distortion Bit Error Rate RS Output Rise Fall Time Jitter Delay Optical Power dBm typ EH 10 mean 7 peak Optical Budget BASS Power Ws O o o oS Por wms O S o S SS Summary Alarm output a Open drain alarm On eek CURRENT SINK Operating temperature range A ae 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature range Ld eS 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up configurable 115kbps 10Mbps with 1m fibre 58 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 5 Technical specification Gigabit Ethernet Fibre Optic Link A ANA ate RE oo eR20LTaIO RE 09 830 51650 aR E 8 09 8 20 51550 SR Data rate Gigabit Ethernet IEEE 802 3z 1310 20 i 1550 20 Optical Wavelength nm 1550 20 1310nm CWDM options available
32. Serial Digital Modem module configurations For ViaLiteHD plug in module the SW1 on the backside of the module see the picture below can be used to manually configure some module operations If the MAN MODE of SW1 switch is set the module is in the manual mode and the RS422 485 operational data rate TTL input impedance and alarm LED display mode can be changed manually by sliding appropriate SW1 switches The relevant software configuration setup or the default factory setup will be overridden in this case If the MAN MODE switch is cleared the module will return to the software mode and can be controlled by a ViaLiteHD SNMP controller The last software setup or default setup if has not been changed is stored inside the module s MCU The alarm LED i e LED 2 on the front panel or the OEM LED has two optional display modes The display mode is data by default In this mode one data pulse generates one green LED flash unless the module is in the alarm state in which case the LED will be red This flash can be triggered by the data stream in either transmitter and or receiver The data mode display is most effective for low data rate such as 1 PPS When the data rate is high the LED display may appear constantly on The other mode is the alarm mode in which the green colour means normal and the red colour means alarm the same as that for other RF modules Edge OEM and m Link modules do not have DIP switches available However one can chan
33. The RF switch module will generate an ALARM if either of these conditions occurs e A module internal hardware failure is detected e The module is FORCED to switch to an adjacent RF module which has an active ALARM 3 2 6 Switch DC path The ViaLiteHD RF switch module can pass DC current Three variants of the switch are available as described below 3 2 6 1 No DC path In this variant there is no DC connection between ports 3 2 6 2 Unswitched DC path All ports are DC shorted as shown in the diagram below Maximum current for the path is 0 84 3 2 6 3 Switched DC path In this variant the module consists of an RF switch and two DC switches providing the DC path only between ports connected in RF domain See diagram below This DC path can work with voltages from OV to 20V at currents up to 0 84 DC switch RF switch DC switch 25 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 2 7 Switch DC path protection The DC paths of the switch are protected from over current with a fuse fitted to each DC output path these protect the passive components from over stress and permanent damage The fuses are fast acting blow once fuses these fuses will only fail under gross fault conditions The fuse is replaceable access to the fuse is from the bottom of the module Contact ViaLite Communications for more details The modules are protected as follows e No DC path No fuse fitted not required e Unswitched DC path
34. V 22kHz 1 Switch high isolation DC unswitched 3 Switch low loss DC unswitched 4 Switch high isolation DC switched options are dependent on module type Module Package O NA D Rack Blindmate 1 R Rack Plug 2 30 M OEM Module 3 N OEM edge Blindmate modules ONLY available with RF 50 ohm SMA or Nominal Gain dB Insertion Loss Serial Digital only 7 CMOS RS422 485 75 ohm BNC 8 RS232 422 485 Optical SC APC ONLY For use in SATCOM6 Optical Connector 0 No optical connector 2 Singlemode LC PC 6 Singlemode FC APC 7 Singlemode E2000 APC 8 Singlemode SC APC 9 Singlemode LC APC Electrical Connector 0 No RF connector 1 SMA 50 Ohms 2 F Type 75 Ohms 3 BNC 75 Ohms 4 BNC 50 Ohms 5 MCX 50 Ohms 6 MCX 75 Ohms 9 RJ45 HRB HRE C DFB CWDM L FP Digital S DFB standard W DFB with WDM Options 0 No options 1 Single Optical connector 2 Two optical connectors 3 Three Optical connectors 4 DC pass through 9 TTL RS422 485 Laser Type 3nm 20nm 20nm 20nm 6 External DC feed to RF connector from chassis Note all combinations of options are available Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 51 UNITS WITH LASERS i e ETHERNET SERIAL DIGITAL Laser Type Wingth 1310 1470 1490 1510 1530 1550 1570 1590 1610 C L S W B C B C B C B C C S W B C B C B C HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE
35. ct No 1 Contact No 1 ES o a 0 0 0 A A 0 0 0 o a asa Olio Oj JO O JQ JO JO JO oo JO Lf LS E 1 3 5 7 11 13 119 117 119 121 23 25 27 29 EDGE OEM Top View 30 way double sided header m Link module Top view 15 pin header Connector Type 2 54mm double sided edge male 0 Compatible mating connectors PPM Description Supplier Supplier part PPM Description Supplier Supplier part number number 55708 CGRID3 15 way housing Molex 90156 0155 59897 Straight connector Toby Electronics 802 S 30 S R 54245 Crimp connector 22 24AWG Molex 90119 2110 59910 Right angle conn Digikey EEC15DRAN ND Note that for the 30 way PCB edge connector the top and bottom pin pads are electrically connected through the large via holes in the middle Hence there are only 15 connections effectively with 30 pin pads The PCB connector can be linked to your motherboard through the via holes using standard 2 54mm pitch pin header 3 1 8 Splitter front panel indicators The ViaLiteHD RF Splitter Combiner module uses the common front panel signalling scheme detailed in section 2 2 2 It will generate an ALARM under the condition of an internal hardware failure being detected 3 1 9 Splitter system integration In this typical configuration the RF signal is connected to Port B of the ViaLiteHD RF splitter and the two outputs ports A and C are fed into two ViaLiteHD single transmitter m
36. dbook HRK HB The card may be fitted in any of the 5HP slots 3 5 2 GE FOL connecting the module The ViaLiteHD GE FOL has two rear optical ports the upper one is Tx output and the lower one is Rx input These ports should be connected to your optical fibre transmission path Also at the rear there is a RJ 45 connector This connector can be connected to any device supporting 1GB Ethernet 1000BASE T Ensure that fibre connectors are clean and are of correct type Chassis mounted version use APC connectors Edge OEM and M Link units use LC PC connectors for fibre connection The TX port is on the left when viewed from the front of the unit In addition there is a 30 way DIN type connector at the back of the module which normally plugs into the relevant socket on the chassis backplane The pin assignment is given below 30 way DIN Column B_ Function 30 way DIN Column C_ Bi MG _ Bo SESCH 0 C9 Contact No 1 K ds EE EDGE OEM Top View 30 way double sided header M Link module Top view 15 pin header Connector Type 2 54mm double sided edge male Compatible mating connectors PPM Description Supplier Supplier part PPM Description Supplier Supplier part number number 55708 CGRID3 15 way housing Molex 90156 0155 59897 Straight connector Toby Electronics 802 S 30 S R 54245 Crimp connector 22 24AWG Molex 90119 2110 59910 Right angle conn Digikey EEC15DRAN ND N
37. dules cables omitted for clarity 111 3 2 3 Switch connecting the module The ViaLiteHD RF switch module has three rear RF ports that connect to other RF modules being used Typically an RF switch will have its COMMON OUTPUT port connected to an RF receiver such as a sat comm receiver decoder its INPUT LEFT port connected to the PRIMARY fibre optic receiver in slot N 1 where N is the slot the splitter module is fitted in output and its OUTPUT RIGHT port connected to the SECONDARY fibre optic receiver in slot N 1 output Port A LEFT 24 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 2 4 Switch module configurations The mode in which the RF switch operates is USER configurable You can change this by using the ViaLiteHD SNMP and Web controller module The DEFAULT configuration in which all units are delivered is PREFERRED LEFT Below is a list of the available modes PREFERRED LEFT The COMMON is connected to the LEFT hand unit if this unit alarms it will switch to the RIGHT hand unit PREFERRED RIGHT The COMMON is connected to the RIGHT hand unit if this unit alarms it will switch to the LEFT hand unit FORCED LEFT The COMMON is connected to the LEFT irrespective of alarm status FORCED RIGHT The COMMON is connected to the RIGHT irrespective of alarm status 3 2 5 Switch front panel indicators and alarms The ViaLiteHD RF switch module uses the common front panel signalling scheme detailed in section 2 2 2
38. ee e a E Summary Alarm output Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT SINK Alarm Operating temperature range 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature range 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up i Measured midband 55 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 2 3 Technical specification 3 port switch L Band Low loss 50 ohms rts Bend some TS AUS EE EE EE o wa a eem em CC ts J PA KEE Finsertion loss LEFT port AB d ma PO insertion loss RIGHT portC B ise PO ES Isolation Sor A C dB Es e A8 l Summary Alarm output Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT SINK Alarm Operating temperature range 10 C to 50 C Storage temperature range 40 C to 70 C All tests 25 C after 15 minutes warm up i Measured 1 2GHz HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 6 3 Technical specification Amplifier single channel 30dB gain tits Single Wideband 50 ohms moaie ll STE Peer age Im os S impedance RF connector VSWR ty Gain maximum set By i Gain control range Pd Marval SO TARO i Stability a See Unconditionally stable k Flatness whole band Noise figure at maximum gain GE Noise figure at maximum gain Tower Te P1dB output at maximum gain ewe output ft maximum ag 8 min 188 Maximum inputSignal am P at DC pass though maximum current A No DC pass through Power W v LL B nem ege TE Summary Alarm output lA Open drain alarm OPEN Okay CURRENT
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40. er down the chassis before inserting a module All standard optical connectors are retained by the module so it will be necessary to either disconnect any cables or have a sufficiently long service loop when removing modules a Hum Fe X A To install a 5HP standard module and matching interface plate e The protective covers on the connectors may be left in place e Push the release button of the module handle down and simultaneously pull the top of the handle towards you e Align the module upright and perpendicular to the front face of the chassis so that the PCB slides into the crow s feet card guides top and bottom e Gently push the module down its guide applying pressure via the handle you may also apply pressure between the LED and test connector As the module is fully mated the top of the handle should snap back and lock in position The pawls of the handle should be fully engaged in the matching slots If power is applied to the chassis the module power LED should light as soon as the module is fully inserted Remove protective covers and connect any interface cables To remove a 5HP Standard module e Disconnect any cables if necessary e Push the release button of the module handle down and simultaneously pull the top of the handle forwards e Apply pressure via the handle and gently withdraw the module from the chassis HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 1 3 m Link modules The m Link m
41. ersus gain input R IOb EEN 36 3 39 05 Amper SYS ESI IMLS Ctl Ol Ms od 36 Se Amper ASSOCIAICC DAMS IAEA CA PO A EE 37 3 3 8 Amplifier maintenance and fault finding goude 38 3 4 SA DIT A 39 341 Senal Digital Modem ee e 39 ERR et Rene We CEET EE 39 3 4 3 Serial Digital Modem Connecting the module nnnnnnnnnnennnssaeannniinnnrnrnssssrnnnnrrrrrrrerenssrrnnnnrrrrrrrrrnserrnnnnrrrrrrreennsnennnnn 39 3 4 4 Serial Digital Modem module configurations ssseneeennenesetntttttertttttttttttnttttrrtnttttEeAAAEEEEEDAEEEEEEEESAEEEEEEERE EAEEren EEEE E nn 42 3 4 5 Serial Digital Modem front panel indicators and alarMS cccccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeesaaeseeeeeeeeaaeaceeeeeeesaaaceeeeeessaaeeeeees 42 3 4 6 Serial Digital Modem maintenance and fault finding guide ccccccoononnccnncconnnonccnnnnnnnnancnonnnnnnnnnnccnnnnnnnnanernnnnnnnnnncnos 43 3 5 Gigabit Ethemet Fibre Optic MaKe tice nae A ERE aos 43 ea Ee A A O E 44 soc GE FOL Connecting ihe mod ee ee Eed d ee ee 44 E GE e De tee EI de EE 45 3 04 GE FOL Ton panel indicators and E e Si A A A A A he 45 35 0 GEFOL e Biel ee 45 3 5 6 GE FOL maintenance and fault finding UIC E 45 3 6 LNE POWO SUPPI enrenar as 46 KSC LNE Module installato zsa nei bata i a a rd 46 362 LNB mod le SNMPCOMIGURAl OR EE 46 30 37 ENB module manual conhigural oN gege EE EE 47 3 0 4 LNB Mod le MeN ACES EE 47 MECHANICAL DIMENSION LEE 48 4 1 PIO in
42. ferenced to GND Output Logic Low max Output Logic High min Output Differential Output Differential lt 0 8V at 27 ohms gt 2 0V at 27 ohms gt 1 5V at 27 ohms gt 2 0V at 50 ohms Common mode referenced to GND Common mode referenced to GND Drive capability 27 ohms Short circuit protection Yes 2 6 4 Logic interface DC Absolute maximum voltage rating 0 3 to 5 3V No damage Input Logic Low max lt 1 5V Input Logic High min gt 3 5V Output Logic Low max lt 0 6V no load Output Logic High min gt 4 3V no load Drive capability 1k ohms Short circuit protection No 13 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 6 5 Logic interface Open Drain output For details of operation see 2 2 4 Operational pull up voltage 0 to 15V No damage Maximum load current 50mA Short circuit protection No Note Negative voltage on the output will be clamped by the FET body diode you must ensure that these do not exceed current rating Note When fitted in a chassis with a controller card i e SNMP and web controller or summary alarm card or if fitted active backplane ie SATCOM6 the alarm lines maybe loaded and pulled up see chassis handbook Note When fitted in a chassis or enclosure adjacent to a RF switch or RF splitter card alarm lines maybe loaded and pulled up see chassis handbook 2 6 6 Power interface Vcc 12V input ALL modules EXCEPT High power TX module Nominal input voltage Typical input voltage
43. ge the voltage on Pin 11 MAN_MODE to toggle between the manual and software mode Linking Pin 5 VCC directly to Pin 11 will set the module to the manual mode and leaving Pin 5 unconnected will set the module to the software mode Once in the manual mode linking VCC Pin 5 to either Pin 10 RATE_SEL and or Pin 13 OHM_SEL will set the data rate to 500kbps data rate and or the impedance to 600R The LED display mode is default to the data mode for OEM modules and it is possible to change it using a ViaLiteHD SNMP controller In manual mode if both 500kbps and 115kbps are set or clear at the same time the data rate will be set to 10Mbps If only one switch is set the data rate will be the one corresponding to that switch Similarly if both 600R and 50R are set or clear at the same time the impedance will be set to 10K To be able to use the DIP switch or the edge connector to configure the options manually described above the module 12C soft switch must remain in the DIP control mode This is the factory default setup Changing the control mode to the 12C control mode will disable all manual functions This change can only be made at the factory or with a ViaLiteHD SNMP controller installed in the system See ViaLiteHD controller handbook for more details The 12C control mode is intended for system debug only 3 4 5 Serial Digital Modem front panel indicators and alarms The ViaLiteHD serial digital modem module uses the common front panel signalling
44. he PRIMARY and SECONDARY paths The RF outputs of the PRIMARY and SECONDARY Receivers are connected to ports A and C respectively of the ViaLiteHD 3 port switch module Port B of the ViaLiteHD 3 port switch module is fed to the user equipment Control lines in the chassis backplane connect alarms to adjacent slots These are used to control the status of the switch module and ensuring that the RF Switch selects the SECONDARY path in the event of a failure in the PRIMARY path Remote rack chassis Local rack chassis A A PRIMARY FOL TX E PRIMARY FOL RX A cable A i Lag RF SWITCH RF SPLITTER SECONDARY FOL TX SECONDARY FOL RX SECONDARY fibre optic cable RF INPUT LNB RF OUTPUT satcom receiver Typical 1 1 redundancy configuration In this example configuration the following parts would be required to implement the system L Band single receiver HRR L1 8D 03 3 port RF switch HRS 1 L1 0D 01 3 2 11 Switch 3U chassis configurations four 1 1 redundant transmitters The chassis configuration below can be used to provide four redundant transmitters in a single ViaLiteHD 3U chassis For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear The blank slot can be used as a storage slot for a hot spare For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear 28 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX SLOTS 16 1
45. ier modules will create a 1 2Vpeak DC transient from the RF output at start up into a 500 load approximately 5V into a 1MQ load This may cause failure in some very sensitive spectrum analysers or similar equipment Please check before connecting your equipment Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 2 5 Protection of ViaLiteHD equipment from DC pulses All modules have AC coupled inputs and or outputs and will be sensitive to large transients gt 5V applied at the RF connector This may result in permanent damage to the modules particularly to low frequency or wideband modules Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 2 6 Module Interface ratings 2 6 1 Logic interface TTL 5V Absolute maximum voltage rating 0 5 to 5 5V No damage Input Logic Low max lt 0 8V Input Logic High min gt 2 0V Output Logic Low max lt 0 4V no load Output Logic High min gt 4 8V no load Drive capability 1k ohms Short circuit protection No 2 6 2 Logic interface RS232 Absolute maximum voltage rating 15 to 15V No damage Input Logic Low max lt 0 8V Input Logic High min gt 2 6V Output Logic Low max lt 3 2V no load Output Logic High min gt 3 2V no load Drive capability 3k ohms Short circuit protection Yes 2 6 3 Logic interface RS422 485 Absolute maximum voltage rating 12 to 12V No damage Input Logic Low max lt 0 8V Common mode referenced to GND Input Logic High min gt 2 0V Common mode re
46. ier will attempt to slowly change the gain of the module to achieve this within the gain window of the unit Full details are given in the ViaLiteHD controller handbook 32 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 3 5 4 Amplifier performance versus gain amplitude The amplifier has a flat wideband response the flatness is not significantly affected by the set gain The first three figures show the typical frequency response of a wideband 10 3000MHz amplifier module at different gain settings Figures below are typical wideband modules responses CHI 214 LOG 1 dB REF 30 dB START 166 666 MHz STOP 4 200 000 666 MHz Gain versus frequency gain set to maximum gain 30dB START 166 666 MHz STOP 4 266 666 666 MHz Gain versus frequency gain set to median gain 22dB 33 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX CHI 21 Los 1 dB REF 14 5 dB START 166 666 MHz STOP 4 266 666 666 MHz Gain versus frequency gain set to minimum gain 14 5dB There is very little change in flatness as the gain is controlled below are three plots that show the deviation in flatness of the 2 4 8 dB attenuation steps ERT 21 M LOG 1 dB REF 2 dB START 166 666 MHz STOP 4 200 000 000 MHz Gain variance from maximum gain 2dB gain step CHI 214M LOG 1 dBZ REF 4 dB START 100 666 MHz STOP 4 266 666 966 MHz Gain variance from maximum gain 4dB gain step 34 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX CHI 521M LOG 1 dB REF
47. ill only fail under gross fault conditions The fuse is replaceable access to the fuse is from the bottom of the module Contact ViaLite Communications for more details The modules are protected as follows e Splitter with no DC path No fuse fitted not required e Unswitched DC path L Band no fuse fitted DC components will be protected by other system components in standard configurations e Unswitched DC path Other bands fuse fitted e Switched DC path Fuse fitted Fuse F9 port A Fuse F10 port C Position of fuses on rear of splitter modules plug in and EDGE 17 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 1 5 Splitter fuse replacement To replace the fuse of the splitter you will need a set of tweezers e Remove the module from the chassis e Use a pair of tweezers to remove the failed fuse pulling perpendicularly away from the PCB Fuse F9 is connected to port A Fuse F10 is connected to port C NOTE The fuse is fitted in a socket see below for a picture of the removable part e Replace the fuse with a suitable part details below e Check the fuse is securely fixed e Replace the module Suitable replacement fuse Description 1A 125V very fast OMNI BLOK SMD socketed PPM part number 59993A Source Littlefuse Suppliers part number 0453001 MR OMNI BLOK removable fuse 3 1 6 Splitter installation The ViaLiteHD RF Splitter Combiner module is available in standard plug in module or blindmate plug in modu
48. ith ViaLiteHD RF modules Together with the ViaLiteHD dual redundant power supplies and the 1 1 Redundancy RF Splitter Combiner the RF Switch provides the highest possible availability for the ViaLiteHD system The switch may also be used for a wide range of customer specific applications The module is bi directional two versions of the three port switch are offered The ViaLiteHD 3 port high isolation RF switch offers the following key advantages High isolation two RF switches per path Small 5HP form factor Blindmate capability Compatibility with ViaLiteHD chassis Backplane connection of alarms from adjacent modules when used with ViaLiteHD chassis DC path between common port and left right The path can be switched DC path exists only between RF connected ports or unswitched all ports DC shorted The ViaLiteHD 3 port low loss RF switch offers the following key advantages Low loss one RF switches per path Small 5HP form factor Blindmate capability Compatibility with ViaLiteHD chassis Backplane connection of alarms from adjacent modules when used with ViaLiteHD chassis HRS ily Ire A il 3 port switch front view standard plug in 3 port switch rear view standard plug in 23 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 2 1 RF switch 3 port options The ViaLiteHD RF switch module offer the following options e High isolation or low loss 500hm RF connectors Frequency band
49. le see sections 2 1 1 and 2 1 2 for details on installing these in a chassis More details are also provided in the chassis handbook HRK HB The splitter maybe fitted in any of the 5HP slots Your RF splitter can be supplied with two flexible RF cables to be used for the rear panel connections geo Primary RF link qu Secondary RF link ees Primary Fibre ame Secondary Fibre Typical configuration of Splitter standard plug in with single transmitter modules cables omitted for clarity 3 1 7 Splitter connecting the module The ViaLiteHD RF Splitter Combiner module has three rear RF ports that connect to the other RF modules being used Typically an RF splitter will have its COMMON INPUT port connected to the signal source such as an LNB output its OUTPUT S1 port connected to the PRIMARY fibre optic transmitter input and its OUTPUT S2 port connected to the SECONDARY fibre optic transmitter input Port A ei LEFT Typically this will be the PRIMARY path E Should be connected to the adjacent unit on the left wnen switched DC path is used Typically this will be the SECONDARY path HIGH Should be connected to the adjacent unit on the right when switched DC path is used 18 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX In addition there is a 30 way DIN type connector at the back of the module which normally plugs into the relevant socket on the chassis backplane The pin assignment is given below 30 way DIN 30 way DIN 30 way DIN Conta
50. led Flashing LED3 GREEN I2C active AMBER I2C disabled 2 2 3 Module summary alarm Each module has a single summary alarm which registers the status of the module Activation of this alarm registers an internal fault and the module should be replaced with a spare and returned to your local ViaLite Communications representative The alarm state should be accompanied by a fault status on one of the front panel Status LEDs The summary alarm is indicated by use of open drain logic The alarm logic is OPEN when in an ALARM state and SHORT when in a NORMAL non alarm state The module will remain in an ALARM state until the ALARM condition is cleared there is no latching 2 2 4 Connecting to the summary alarm The alarm output pin should be connected to a suitable current source a positive voltage via a 10kohm pull up resistor is adequate When the module is in a working non alarm state the alarm output pin is short circuited to ground by the module If the module enters an alarm state the alarm pin is released to a high impedance state and current is no longer drawn from the constant current source In the case of a positive voltage and pull up resistor the voltage on the alarm output pin will rise to indicate the alarm state It follows that if a module is removed from the chassis the alarm will be raised for that module position Internal to module External to module Vext Pull up Resistor O Alarm
51. maintenance and fault finding guide Refer to the following table that gives a list of commonly encountered problems and suggested solutions Fault LPossible Causes Solution Power LED does not illuminate Power is not connected to the PSU Connect mains power to the rear of the PSU Check fuses of power leads Module is not fully inserted Check module is properly aligned and handle pawls are fully engaged Check there are no obstructions to the rear such as optical cable protective covers Difficulty inserting module Incorrect alignment Check that the module is correctly fitted in card guides Incorrect module slot Check that module is in correct slot Slots 1 13 for 5HP modules No output signal at one or both ports No input signal connected Connect input power input device Proper connection not made Ensure RF connector is properly mated 22 3 2 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Module Type RF switch 3 port This section covers the following ViaLiteHD RF support module s RF switch module o HRS 1 high isolation DC ports unswitched o HRS 3 low loss DC ports unswitched o HRS 4 high isolation DC ports switched LEFT and RIGHT are ALWAYS referenced to the front view of the chassis Common LEFT LEFT LEFT Common Common RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT RF switch RF switch with RF switch with unswitched DC path switched DC path The ViaLiteHD RF Switch module allows users to implement 1 1 redundancy w
52. module dimensions ia A A A er aiaaneaett 48 4 2 OEM EDGE Module GIMENSIONS EE 49 4 3 VE n Lee n e 49 4 3 1 M Link mounting dimensions with rear plate ENEE 50 4 3 2 M Link mounting dimensions without rear plate oo cccccnnncnnccnoncnnccnnnconconnncnnconnnncncnnnncnncnnnncancnnnnrancnnnnrrncnnnnrincnnnnees 50 PARE NUMBERING EE 51 TECHNICAE SPECIFICATIONS EE 52 6 1 Technical EIERE ee 52 6 1 1 Technical specification Splitter L Band rusia dd 52 6 1 2 Technical specification Splitter Wideband AAA 53 6 2 Technical specification 3 POM LEET 54 6 2 1 Technical specification 3 port switch L Band high isolation oooonocccnnnniccconoccnncnnnccnncnnnnconcnnnnconcnnnnccnconnnccnnnnnnncncnnnnnos 54 6 2 2 Technical specification 3 port switch wideband high isolation 50 om 55 6 2 3 Technical specification 3 port switch L Band Low loss 50 ORMS oooooooccccccnocccnconoccnnconnccncnnnnccncnnnnccncnnnnccnconnnrcnnnnnnnos 56 6 3 Technical specification Amplifier single channel 30dB oam 57 6 4 Technical specication Senaldigtal MEET EE EE Ee 58 6 5 Technical specification Gigabit Ethernet Fibre Optic Lk 59 6 6 Technical specification ENER Eemer Supply o ai A ea ede 60 MAINTENANCE AND FAULT FINDING GUIDE caour a R a A a a 61 PRODUCT WARRANTY EE 62 FOC APPROVA E 63 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 1 Introduction The ViaLiteHD RF Fibre Optic Links FOLs are a family of fibre optically coupled link s
53. nominal OFF no gain increase e AMP 4dB ON Attenuation increased by 4dB nominal OFF no gain increase e AMP 8dB ON Attenuation increased by 8dB nominal OFF no gain increase 2 3 2 2 Manual gain control example e The factory preset maximum gain is 30dB You wish to decrease the gain to 19dB a reduction of 11dB from the factory present maximum gain e The amplifiers AGC setting will be 11dB made from the following steps 1 2 8 therefore set the switches as shown below e AMP1 0 5dB OFF AMP1 1dB ON AMP1 2dB ON AMP1 4dB OFF AMP1 8dB ON e The new gain is now set to 19dB 2 3 3 Changing modules RF gain The performance specifications in section 6 are only valid for when modules are operated in the factory preset configuration However the gain of the modules can be changed to suit customer requirements 12 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 3 4 Software control via SNMP controller ViaLiteHD support modules can be controlled via a ViaLiteHD SNMP control card fitted in the same chassis see the SNMP controller handbook for further details The control card offers control via both a web interface and SNMP Remember if you wish to use software control the manual attenuation has to be set to zero i e all poles with the same switch should return to OFF position Failure to do so may prevent the module from controlling the gain correctly 2 4 Susceptibility to DC pulses from ViaLiteHD modules All amplif
54. ns isolation switch which supplies the equipment The ViaLiteHD support modules are equipped with high frequency active electronics without the correct handing they will be susceptible to damage Optical Safety Precautions for handling electro static sensitive devices should be observed when handling all ViaLiteHD modules Technicians should ensure that they use effective personal grounding i e ESD wrist strap etc when servicing the equipment Any equipment or tools used should be grounded to prevent static charge build up Good practice should be observed at all times for reference see relevant standards EN 61340 5 1 Protection of Electronic Devices from Electrostatic Phenomena General Requirements The ViaLiteHD serial digital and Ethernet devices contain optical sources usually laser diodes operating at nominal wavelengths of 1270nm to 1610nm These devices are rated as EN60825 1 2007 as CLASS 1 radiation emitting devices A class 1 laser is safe under all conditions of normal use When operating the equipment note the following precautions Never look into the end of an optical fibre directly or by reflection either with the naked eye or through an optical instrument Never leave equipment with radiating bare fibres always cap the connectors Do not remove equipment external covers when operating HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION EE 5 1 1 WaliieHd and Via Lite
55. ny means other than via the supplied chassis interface Warning Use of incorrect impedance connectors may also cause intermittent connections and in extreme cases result in physical damage to the connector Warning Use of incorrect impedance connector will result in mismatch increasing the system loss and reducing flatness Warning Use of incorrect impedance cable will result in mismatch increasing the system loss and reducing flatness 2 2 7 RF and optical rear input and output ports All modules are fitted with one two or three rear RF ports All new Blindmate modules are supplied with an appropriate chassis interface plate LEFT and RIGHT refer to connection to adjacent module referenced to the front view Single RF switch Amplifier 3 port AFOUT COMMON COMMON Not Not Not Not 10 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX RF port A RF port B RF port A KN RF port C mme Standard rear interface Standard rear interface Blindmate rear interface Standard rear interfac Gigabit Ethernet Serial Digital Single Amplifier Splitter or switch 2 3 Controlling amplifier module ViaLiteHD RF links are factory preset and ready to operate However they can be software controlled or manually controlled via the DIP switches fitted to each module 2 3 1 Manual control The Plug in amplifier modules can be manually configured to set various operational parameters The dual in line package DIP switch SW2 control these configura
56. odule is fully enclosed and built with connectorised interfaces with electromagnetic shielding This allows system integrators and equipment manufacturers an easy route to build RF optical interfaces into their own equipment The small form factor and integrated design should allow the module to be easily integrated into end user equipment 2 1 4 EDGE modules The EDGE module has an edge connector for DC and alarm connections an integrated RF shield and a very small overall form factor This allows system integrators and equipment manufacturers to very simply integrate this on a motherboard giving an easy route to build RF optical interfaces into their own design The low volume of this module allows it to easily be fitted into existing mechanical housings HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 2 Using the support module 2 2 1 Connecting the module Connect the transmitter module to the power source cross site fibre optic cable and RF signal as described in section 2 1 The RF input signal applied to the signal connector should be within the maximum and minimum signal levels given in the technical specifications in section 6 2 2 2 Front panel Indicators plug in modules Each plug in module has three front panel LEDs for indication of the state of the module The following table shows the operation of the front panel LEDs of the amplifier a Colour Plug in Module LED1 No light PSU fail LED LED2 LED3 Flashing GREEN DC enab
57. odules These modules are connected via two separate optical fibres to two ViaLiteHD single receiver modules These form the PRIMARY and SECONDARY paths The RF outputs of the PRIMARY and SECONDARY Receivers are connected to ports A and C respectively of the ViaLiteHD 3 port Switch module Port B of the ViaLiteHD 3 port Switch module is fed to the user equipment Control lines in the chassis backplane connect alarms to adjacent slots These are used to control the status of the switch module and ensuring that the RF Switch selects the SECONDARY path in the event of a failure in the PRIMARY path 19 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Remote rack chassis Local rack chassis A A PRIMARY FOL TX pecan PRIMARY FOL RX cable eae RF SWITCH RF SPLITTER SECONDARY FOL TX SECONDARY FOL RX SECONDARY fibre optic cable RF INPUT LNB RF OUTPUT satcom receiver Typical 1 1 redundancy configuration In this example configuration the following parts would be required to implement the system L Band single receiver HRR L1 8D 03 3 1 10 Splitter 3U chassis configurations four 1 1 redundant receivers The chassis configuration below can be used to provide four redundant transmitters in a single ViaLiteHD 3U chassis For simplicity the chassis configuration is viewed from the rear The blank slot can be used as a storage slot for a hot
58. ote that for the 30 way PCB edge connector the top and bottom pin pads are electrically connected through the large via holes in the middle Hence there are only 15 connections effectively with 30 pin pads The PCB connector can be linked to your motherboard through the via holes using standard 2 54mm pitch pin header 44 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 5 3 GE FOL module operation e Connect both fibres Check TX of the FOL is connected to the RX of the other device and RX of the FOL to TX see connection diagram below CS gt RX TX For the WDM version only one fibre is used however one should check if the other device transmits at correct wavelength e Connect the RJ45 patchcord The unit should start normal operation after auto negotiation has finished The auto negotiation can take several seconds depending on the particulars of the system The green LED by RJ45 connector shows status of the link Solid light indicates valid link without data flashing green indicates valid link with data being transferred The red LED means that no valid link can be established 3 5 4 GE FOL front panel indicators and alarms The ViaLiteHD GE FOL module uses the common front panel signalling scheme The module will generate an ALARM if there is no valid link available I Colour Plug in Module LED1 GREEN Normal LED1 LED2 No light PSU fail LED3 LED2 Nee GREEN DC enabled Flashing LED3 GREEN I2C active AMBER DC disabled 3 5 5 GE
59. r of the PSU Check fuses of power leads Module is not fully inserted Check module is properly aligned and handle pawls are fully engaged Check there are no obstructions to the rear such as optical cable protective covers Difficulty inserting module Incorrect alignment Check that the module is correctly fitted in card guides Incorrect module slot Check that module is in correct slot Slots 1 13 for 5HP modules No output signal No input signal connected Connect input power input device Proper connection not made Ensure RF connector is properly mated 38 3 4 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Serial Digital Modem This section covers the following ViaLiteHD RF support module e Serial Digital Modem module which supports the following signal formats o RS422 485 and RS232 o Standard TTL 10kohm and high power TTL 500hm or 6000hm The ViaLiteHD serial digital modem is a 10Mbps digital optical transceiver offering the following key advantages 3 4 1 Small 5HP form factor of plug in type User software and DIP switch configurable RS422 485 data rate User software and DIP switch configurable TTL input impedance Dual LED display mode alarm or signal Laser power and receive light level monitoring Compatibility with ViaLiteHD chassis In addition to the 5HP plug in type left Edge OEM right and m Link middle are also available see picture below VW Yialite co Fe E tut i m
60. range Maximum operational voltage range 12V 11 to 13V 9 to 16V 2 6 7 LNB power supply and tone Voltage set to LOW Nominal output voltage Output voltage range Current rating Short circuit protection Voltage set to HIGH Nominal output voltage Output voltage range Current rating Short circuit protection Voltage BOOST active Nominal output Voltage increased Voltage when set to AUX Nominal output voltage Output voltage range Current rating Short circuit protection TONE active Nominal output level Output range Nominal frequency Frequency accuracy 2 6 8 Ethernet interface GE Fitted the Gigabit Ethernet module Standard Wiring Voltage range RJ45 Pin 8 way PEE 13 4V Output select LOW 12 4 to 14 4V 700mA per channel for single transmit channel i e single transmitter or transceiver module 350mA per channel for dual transmit channel 700mA total i e dual transmitter module Yes 18 5V Output select HIGH 17 5 to 19 5V 700mA per channel for single transmit channel i e single transmitter or transceiver module 350mA per channel for dual transmit channel 700mA total i e dual transmitter module Yes 1V Output boost ENABLE 22V AUX mode ON 21 to 23V 150mA per channel for single transmit channel i e single transmitter or transceiver module 150mA per channel for dual transmit channel 300mA total i e dual transmitter module Yes 0 6Vp p Tone Gen ACTIVE 0 4 to 1 2Vp p
61. re details The standard parts supplied are detailed below For a range of 50 ohm cables see the table in section 3 1 12 3 2 15 Switch maintenance and fault finding guide Refer to the following table that gives a list of commonly encountered problems and suggested solutions Fault Possible Causes Solution Power LED does not illuminate Power is not connected to the PSU Connect mains power to the rear of the PSU Check fuses of power leads Module is not fully inserted Check module is properly aligned and handle pawls are fully engaged Check there are no obstructions to the rear such as optical cable protective covers Difficulty inserting module Incorrect alignment Check that the module is correctly fitted in card guides Incorrect module slot Check that module is in correct slot Slots 1 13 for 5HP modules Proper connection not made Ensure RF connecior is properly mated Switch not connected to desired port RF cards has active alarm Check RF card configuration and alarm status rectify and issues Incorrect configuration Check and reprogram switch configuration 30 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 3 Module Type Amplifier This section covers the following ViaLiteHD RF support module e Amplifier module o HRA 1 single amplifier RF IN A AGC O RF OUT Power detector Microcontroller The ViaLiteHD amplifier allows you to provide additional gain in your equipment chassis The gain of the amplifier i
62. rol interface not compatible It would be possible under some configurations to extend the RF switches open collector input control interface to another chassis This would require the construction of a custom wire loom Contact Vialite Communication or your local agent for more details HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 2 Setting up and understanding the modules This section describes the connection of your RF support modules and the operation with other system elements Please read fully all relevant documents for information on installing your ViaLiteHD equipment before commissioning your RF fibre optic link system 2 1 Module operation 2 1 1 5HP blindmate plug in modules All ViaLiteHD plug in modules are hot swappable so it is not necessary to power down the chassis before inserting a module All blind mate optical connectors are provided with spring loaded covers that will protect the optics of any inserted modules As there is no cover on the opposite side mating cables should not be installed until the slot modules are present To install a blind mate module and matching interface plate e Firstly inspect the rear blindmating plate 1 ensure that the connector barrels are fitted into all RF connectors and are centrally aligned e Remove protective covers from the inside face of the optical connector if fitted e Ensure that the rear plate is free of any dust and contamination if necessary clean with filtered compressed air
63. s controlled either via manual gain control switches SNMP requires SNMP and web controller or via Web GUI requires SNMP and web controller When under SNMP or Web GUI control the amplifier may also use AGC It also has an RF detector that reports power and is used for automatic gain control Some units are also fitted with a DC pass through This allows DC current to pass from the input to the output of the module which may be used to power external hardware via the coaxial cable The ViaLiteHD frequency source offers the following key advantages e Small 5HP form factor Blindmate capability Gain control both manual and automatic RF power detector Compatibility with ViaLiteHD chassis 3 3 1 Amplifier options The ViaLiteHD amplifier module offers the following options e Frequency band GHz LBand 3GHz e 500hm and 75ohm options e DC pass through e Standard 5HP module e Blindmate 5HP module E Not all combinations of options are available Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 3 3 2 Amplifier installation The ViaLiteHD amplifier module is available in standard plug in module or blindmate module see sections 2 1 1 and 2 1 2 for details on installing these in a chassis More details are also provided in the chassis handbook HRK HB Your amplifier can be supplied with flexible RF cables to be used for the rear panel connections 31 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Tne D d
64. scheme detailed in section 2 2 2 If major alarm occurs the open drain alarm line will be set high POWER LED No light PSU fail i i i LED2 GREEN Normal or minor alarm in alarm display mode LED3 Flashing e l l GREEN Passing signal in data display mode RED Major alarm in any mode GREEN DC enabled Flashing e GREEN 2C active AMBER DC disabled 42 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 4 6 Serial Digital Modem maintenance and fault finding guide Refer to the following table that gives a list of commonly encountered problems and suggested solutions Fault Possible Causes Power LED does not illuminate Power is not connected to the PSU Connect mains power to the rear of the PSU Check fuses of power leads Module is not fully inserted Check module is properly aligned and handle pawls are fully engaged Check there are no obstructions to the rear such as optical cable protective covers Difficulty inserting module Incorrect alignment Check that the module is correctly fitted in card guides Incorrect module slot Check that module is in correct slot Slots 1 13 for 5HP modules Alarm LED in ALARM state Laser degraded Return to local ViaLite Communications office Low optical level at receiver Check optical link for breaks kinks Check all optical connectors are clean No light of alarm LED LED display mode set to data and no passing Change to alarm mode feed correct signal signal No da
65. sus amplifier gain 3 3 6 Amplifier system integration In this typical configuration additional amplification is provided for a GPS signal so it can be split and distributed to multiple devices The RF signal is connected to Port A of the ViaLiteHD single transmitter module This module is connected via the optical fibre to the ViaLiteHD single receiver module The RF output of the receiver is connected to port A of the ViaLiteHD amplifier module Port B of the ViaLiteHD amplifier module is fed to the user equipment 36 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Remote rack chassis Local rack chassis B A SES E 10 a A A Fibre optic cable RF INPUT gt RF OUTPUT In this example configuration the following parts would be required to implement the system Remote chassis GPS single FOL transmitter HRT G1 8D 10 S1310 Local chassis Lee Cabling Fibre optic cable F8R1 x 3 3 7 Amplifier associated parts Cables are available to allow you to connect you frequency source a selection of the standard parts available are detailed below For a range of 50 Ohm cable see the table in section 3 1 12 37 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 3 8 Amplifier maintenance and fault finding guide Refer to the following table that gives a list of commonly encountered problems and suggested solutions Fault Possible Causes Power LED does not illuminate Power is not connected to the PSU Connect mains power to the rea
66. t alignment Check that the module is correctly fitted in card guides Incorrect module slot Check that module is in correct slot Slots 1 13 for 5HP modules Alarm LED in ALARM state LNA Feed is in current limit Check external load Laser degraded Return to local ViaLite Communications office Low optical level at receiver Check optical link for breaks kinks Check all optical connectors are clean Low signal level Gain adjustment set too low Increase gain setting RF feed not connected Check RF connections Optical loss to high Check Optical connections Incorrect manual or software gain settings Reset to factory default Or reset to known good configuration High intermodulation levels Gain adjustment set too high Decrease gain setting Incorrect manual or software gain settings Reset to factory default Or reset to known good configuration The ViaLiteHD range of RF Transmit and Receive Modules are precision engineered and calibrated for optimum performance and accuracy before dispatch In the event of any problems or queries arising with the equipment please contact ViaLite Communications or your local agent 61 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 8 Product Warranty ViaLite Communications guarantees its products and will maintain them for a period of three years from the date of shipment and at no cost to the customer Extended warranty options are available at the time of purchase Please note that the
67. t angle conn Digikey EEC15DRAN ND Note that for the 30 way PCB edge connector the top and bottom pin pads are electrically connected through the large via holes in the middle Hence there are only 15 connections effectively with 30 pin pads The PCB connector can be linked to your motherboard through the via holes using standard 2 54mm pitch pin header The following circuit diagrams illustrate data line connections for RS422 485 RS232 and TTL applications For multi driver RS485 application you may need to add connection to RTS_485 to mute the driver Terminal 1 Optical Module Optical Module Terminal 2 Optical Rx B RS422 IN J OPOa T O RS4 B e r d SS K SS RS422 IN i i AO Optical Fibre RS422 OUT O B X e X N RS422 QUT b RS422 N _ A D Optical Rx Optical Tx GND GND GND RS422 485 signal connection Terminal 1 Optical Module Terminal 2 Optical Tx Optical Module Optical Rx Optical Fibre lt Optical Rx Optical Tx RS232 signal connection Terminal 1 Optical Module Optical Module Terminal 2 Optical Rx Optical Tx S TTLOUT RD pA L Optical Fibre TTL OUT eS li O lt R a Ss ape eg PI x Optical Tx Optical Rx GND GND GND E Sl TTL signal connection 41 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX 3 4 4
68. ta signal Incorrect connection Check pin out and connection cable Low RLL Check if alarm LED is red Low no optical transmitter power Check if alarm LED is red The ViaLiteHD range of modules is engineered and calibrated for optimum performance and accuracy before dispatch In the event of any problems or queries arising with the equipment please contact ViaLite Communications or your local agent 3 5 Gigabit Ethernet Fibre Optic Link This section covers the following ViaLiteHD support module e Gigabit Ethernet Fibre Optic Link referred as GE FOL hereafter The ViaLiteHD GE FOL unit provides the interface between 1000BASE T 1Gb Ethernet over copper twisted pair and 1000BASE X 1Gb Ethernet over fibre The ViaLiteHD GE FOL offers the following key advantages e Small 5HP form factor of plug in type e Compatibility with ViaLiteHD chassis e n addition to the 5HP plug in type Edge OEM and M Link are also available see picture below The ViaLiteHD GE FOL options e Wavelength single mode 1310nm 1550nm CWDM DWDM e Range 10km 40km and 70km SM e Plug in Edge OEM and m Link 43 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX NOTE Not all combinations of options are available Contact ViaLite Communications for more details 3 5 1 GE FOL installation The ViaLiteHD GE FOL is available in standard plug in module see section 2 1 2 for details on installing these in a chassis More details are also provided in the chassis han
69. tions and is located on the bottom side of the PCB and can be accessed by withdrawing the module by approximately a third of its length 2 3 2 Manual control DIP switch functions Located on the bottom side of the module board DIP switch SW2 provides manual control of various functions SW2 is dedicated to manual gain control MGC Once MGC_ON is switched on internal RF attenuators can be set directly to a desired level All modules will be delivered with DIP switches all set to OFF clear Only special manual gain control modules will be delivered with the DIP switches set to the modules factory calibrated gain settings 11 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX Amplifier Manual Configuration DIP switches SW2 DIP switch AMP 1dB Not fitted AMP 0 5dB Not fitted AMP MGC ON Not fitted Manual switch configurations by module type When view in the orientation illustrated switching the DIP to the LEFT is OFF clear and to the RIGHT is ON set 2 3 2 1 DIP switches AMPLIFIER AGC The RF gain of the amplifier is the maximum gain minus the sum of all set AGC steps on SW2 The RF gain can be changed in nominal steps of 0 5dB e AMP MGC ON ON Module under manual gain control OFF Module under software control e AMP 0 5dB ON Attenuation increased by 0 5dB nominal OFF no gain increase e AMP 1dB ON Attenuation increased by 1dB nominal OFF no gain increase e AMP 2dB ON Attenuation increased by 2dB
70. utput port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable 3 gt 3 3 Sx Secondary fibre optic cable a Oo S6 REG P6 S5 RER P5 S4 RF4 P4 3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 Si RF1 P1 SLOTS 16 15 14 m GG a a D D SI BR O O r ri er Port 2 D Fibre optic port gt ES RF cable o uN Fibre optic cable RFx RF output port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable Sx Secondary fibre optic cable S6 RF6 P6 S5 RER P5 S4 RF4 P4 S3 RF3 P3 S2 RF2 P2 Si REI P1 Six 1 1 redundant receivers using standard plug in modules and switches viewed from rear of the chassis Top Connector configuration A typically used with FC optical and SMA RF connectors Bottom Connector configuration B typically used with all other connector configurations The rear panel connector configurations are dependent on module type different module may have different connector configurations However RF and optical connector can clearly be distinguished and connector letters are clearly shown on the rear panels Contact Vialite Communication or your local agent for more details 29 HRS HB 6 SUPPORT MODULE HANDBOOK DOCX SLOTS 16 15 14 zech Wi ak N zech e ef CH GO CO O a E Wi N wi x a RF Port Fibre optic port RF cable S PSU SNMP ual FOL R Fibre optic cable Single FOL RX Single FOL RX RFx RF input port path x Px Primary fibre optic cable Sx Secondary fibre optic cable A B 7 I d f
71. ystems designed for the transmission of RF analogue signals over long distances for the communications market ViaLiteHD is a product brand manufactured by Pulse Power and Measurement Ltd PPM ViaLite communications is a division of Pulse Power and Measurement Ltd PPM The ViaLiteHD system offers a family of support modules that provide range of functions that can be used stand alone or with its RF Fibre Optic Links FOLs This handbook covers the following ViaLiteHD RF support modules e Amplifier module o HRA e Serial Digital modem o HRB e Splitter module o HRD e RF switch module o HRS e Gigabit Ethernet optical link module o HRE e LNB power supply module o HRP For complete information and product familiarisation this handbook should be read in conjunction with all other relevant handbooks for your ViaLiteHD system 1 1 ViaLiteHD and ViaLite Classic compatibility The RF interfaces of most ViaLiteHD and ViaLite Classic are compatible However the physical size mounting systems and control of the modules are different so it will not be possible to fit ViaLiteHD module in a ViaLite Classic chassis or housing and vice versa However it is possible for chassis of different types to interwork and be used to expand existing systems Listed below is a brief summary of inter family compatibility Amplifier module Compatible RF interfaces Splitter module Compatible RF interfaces RF switch module Compatible RF interfaces cont

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