Page 2 - AnaSat
You have just received an AnaSat ® SSPA (Solid-State Power Amplifier), a cost-effective product with no compromise on quality and reliability . This product should provide tireless performance in any reasonable operating environment. Note that this product is transmit only, and does not include a Bl...
Page 3 - Operating Manual; for the
3000 Tasman Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95054 Tel: (408) 748 7800 Fax: (408) 748 7801 3133501 Operating Manual for the AnaSat ® -Series SSPA Table of Contents Table of Contents .................................................................................................................3 Introduction ...
Page 6 - Introduction
3133501 Introduction The AnaSat ® VSAT series of SSPAs are designed for continuous outdoor duty in all types of environments. Ideally suited for SCPC, MCPC, DAMA, and VoIP applications. Designed to interface with a 0 dBm driver, the AnaSat ® VSAT SSPA may be used in a wide variety of communication n...
Page 7 - Typical Operating Parameters – AnaSat SSPAs
3133501 Typical Operating Parameters – AnaSat SSPAs EC/SEC-Band Ku/SEKu-Band 1 dB Compression Point 10W : 40 dBm 20W : 43 dBm 30W : 44.8 dBm 40W : 46 dBm 50W : 47 dBm 60W : 47.8 dBm 70W : 48.5 dBm 80W : 49 dBm 100W : 50 dBm 125W : 51 dBm 150W : 51.8 dBm 180W : 52.6 dBm 200W : 53 dBm 40 dB 43 dB 44.8...
Page 8 - Installation; Unpacking; Tools and Test Equipment; Safety Precautions; General; disconnected; Transmitter; Take adequate precautions to ensure the AnaSat
3133501 Installation Removal of any cover may jeopardize the weather seal, which may cause problems later. ! Unpacking Check to make sure that the SSPA has not suffered any damage in shipment. Compare contents of the crate to ensure items received match those listed on the packing slip. Retain all s...
Page 9 - Power Amplifier; waveguide gaskets are used to prevent water damage.; Site Considerations; Antenna; The AnaSat
3133501 Power Amplifier Be sure the SSPA TX OUT port is properly terminated prior to operation. Ensure all the correct waveguide gaskets are used to prevent water damage. TO ENSURE PROTECTION OF PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT, USE CARE DURING ANTENNA INSTALLATION AND WHENEVER WORKING ON OR AROUND THE SYSTE...
Page 10 - Grounding
3133501 SSPA Mounting Considerations The AnaSat ® SSPA must be mounted such that: 1. Sufficient support is afforded the Block Up-Converter to minimize the effects of antenna sway in strong winds. 2. Air movement is possible across the heat sink fins. Ideally, the fins should be aligned vertically, b...
Page 14 - Cable and Waveguide Connections; Cabling Requirements; AC Power; but do not attach
3133501 Cable and Waveguide Connections Cabling Requirements Local regulations may require that cables in occupied buildings be installed in steel conduit. Local government agencies may waive this requirement for the use of Plenum cables, which are standard cables entirely encased in solid Teflon. C...
Page 15 - Transmitter Feed; transmit port and the SSPA’s transmit port.; Driver Feed
3133501 Figure 5 - Diagram of AC power cable Transmitter Feed If using an SSPA with an N-type connector output, connect a section of coax between the OMT transmit port and the SSPA’s transmit port. If using a SSPA with a waveguide flange output port, connect a section of waveguide between the OMT tr...
Page 16 - Final Check; Recheck all bolts and cabling.; Water Resistance Wrap; The application of moisture-resistant wrap
3133501 Final Check Recheck all bolts and cabling. After all other connections have been made (TX RF input, TX RF output, and grounding), connect the AC power cord to an active outlet. Water Resistance Wrap The application of moisture-resistant wrap (mastic tape) to all connectors is recommended to ...
Page 17 - Operation; After the AnaSat; Frequency Programming; Transmit Power Adjustment; to meet the spectral density mask requirements.
3133501 Operation After the AnaSat ® hardware is mounted and verified, the antenna must be aimed toward the desired satellite. Follow the antenna/mount manufacturer’s instructions, using coordinates provided by the satellite operator. Do not transmit until you have received authorization from the sa...
Page 18 - Maintenance; Fan Replacement
3133501 Maintenance AnaSat® SSPAs are designed for a minimum of maintenance. Periodic scheduled maintenance is not required. Replacement of the weatherized fan after 7 years is recommended however. Fan Replacement The ducted fan shroud should NEVER be removed from the ODU while AC power is connected...
Page 19 - Alarm Relay Closure; Monitored Values; TX ON
3133501 Alarm Relay Closure A mechanical relay is used in the AnaSat® SSPA for alarm indication. The red LED mounted on the SSPA is illuminated whenever a problem exists and the relay has closed. The alarm relay has normally closed contacts, so it defaults to the alarm state when power is off. The a...
Page 20 - SAVE; RS232 Serial Port Weather-tight Connector; Note dimple next to Pin 1; Cable End View
3133501 “ON” indicates the SSPA will transmit when all alarms are cleared. This is the normal setting. “OFF” indicates the SSPA will not turn on even if all alarms are clear. This can be saved across a reboot using the SAVE command. • SSPA status is either “TX ON AIR” or TX OFF AIR”. • The third lin...
Page 21 - 8-Pin Circular Weathertight Connector; the AnaSat® product line.; Cable Wire View; The
3133501 18-Pin Circular Weathertight Connector An 18-pin circular connector is used for monitoring the alarm C-Form relay. Only some of the pins are used, but the same connector is used to maintain consistency with the protection switch used in the AnaSat® product line. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 1112 13 14...
Page 22 - Immunity Regulations
3133501 Emissions and Immunity Regulation Conformance AnaCom SSPA products conform to the following CE standards listed below: Standards Met: Emissions Regulations 1. Power Line Conducted Emissions per EN55022: 2003 Class A 2. Open Field Radiated Emissions per EN55022: 2003 Class A 3. EN 61000-3-2: ...