Manual DTX 1200U

DTX 1200U
Indoor 120W UHF-Band

ISDB-T/TB Transmitter
Instruction Manual
56058-01-ISDBT-M01, Rev. 01
January 2012
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Contents UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
DTX 1200U 120W UHF-Band ISDB-T/TB Transmitter Instruction Manual

56058 -01-ISDBT-M01, Rev. 01
Revision History
Rev FPGA Version Application Version UPC SW Version

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................1-1
1.1 MANUAL OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 PRODUCT SAFETY ................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.3 WARNING ............................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Safety Symbols ........................................................................................................ 1-2
1.3.2 Safety Notices.......................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3.3 Electrostatic Sensitive Devices................................................................................ 1-3
1.3.4 Lithium Battery ......................................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION ................................................................................... 1-4
1.5 LIABILITY................................................................................................................................. 1-4
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION..................................................................................2-1
2.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 PRODUCT ARCHITECTURE ....................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 DVB-S/S2 Reciever ................................................................................................. 2-3
2.2.2 ISDB-T/TB Modulator .............................................................................................. 2-3
2.2.3 GPS Reciever .......................................................................................................... 2-3
2.2.4 Transmitter System Controller ................................................................................. 2-4
2.2.5 High Power Amplifier (HPA) .................................................................................... 2-4
2.2.5.1 HPA Enhanced Features and Design Concepts...................................... 2-5
2.2.5.2 HPA Controller ......................................................................................... 2-5
2.2.6 Adaptive Pre-corrector............................................................................................. 2-6
2.2.7 Manual Digital Linear and Non-linear Pre-correctors .............................................. 2-6
2.2.8 Control Interfaces..................................................................................................... 2-6
2.2.9 Remote Upgrades.................................................................................................... 2-6
3 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................3-1
3.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL ..................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.3 MOUNTING .............................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.4 GROUNDING............................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.5 POWER SUPPLY ...................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.5.1 Mains AC Power Connection................................................................................... 3-2
3.5.2 Fuse Replacement................................................................................................... 3-2
3.6 INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS .......................................................................................... 3-3
3.6.1 GPS Antenna ........................................................................................................... 3-4
3.6.2 VSAT Antenna ......................................................................................................... 3-4
3.6.3 GPS Receiver Input ................................................................................................. 3-4
3.6.4 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Input ........................................................................................ 3-4
3.6.5 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Output ..................................................................................... 3-5
3.6.6 DVB-ASI Input.......................................................................................................... 3-5
3.6.7 DVB-ASI Monitoring Output..................................................................................... 3-5
3.6.8 10 MHz Reference Output ....................................................................................... 3-5
3.6.9 1 PPS Reference Output ......................................................................................... 3-5
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3.6.10 RF Output ................................................................................................................ 3-5

3.6.11 HPA RF Output Monitoring Port .............................................................................. 3-5
3.6.12 Modulator RF Output Monitoring Port...................................................................... 3-5
3.6.13 USB Port .................................................................................................................. 3-5
3.6.14 Ethernet Port............................................................................................................ 3-6
3.6.15 RS232 Serial Port .................................................................................................... 3-6
3.6.15.1 RS232 Settings ........................................................................................ 3-6
3.6.15.2 RS232 Alarm Relays................................................................................ 3-6
3.6.16 RS485 Serial Port .................................................................................................... 3-7
3.6.17 HPA RS485 Serial Port............................................................................................ 3-7
3.6.18 HPA Serial Port........................................................................................................ 3-8
4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................4-1
4.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.2 INITIAL TURN-ON PROCEDURE ................................................................................................. 4-1
4.3 CONTROL AND COMMUNICATION .............................................................................................. 4-2
4.3.1 Control and Communication Interfaces ................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1.1 Web GUI................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1.2 SNMP ....................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1.3 CLI .......................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1.4 Front Panel Interface................................................................................ 4-2
4.3.2 Local Access............................................................................................................ 4-2
4.3.3 Remote Access........................................................................................................ 4-3
4.3.4 Network Parameters ................................................................................................ 4-3
4.4 MODES OF OPERATION ............................................................................................................ 4-3
4.4.1 HPA Transmitter Operating Modes.......................................................................... 4-3
4.4.1.1 Broadcast Mode ....................................................................................... 4-3
4.4.1.2 Standby Mode .......................................................................................... 4-4
4.4.1.3 Manual Mode............................................................................................ 4-4
4.4.2 Modulator Modes ..................................................................................................... 4-4
4.4.2.1 MFN Mode................................................................................................ 4-4
4.4.2.2 Hierarchical Mode .................................................................................... 4-4
4.4.2.3 SFN Hierarchical Mode ............................................................................ 4-5
4.4.3 Test Modes .............................................................................................................. 4-5
4.5 PARTIAL RECEPTION ............................................................................................................... 4-5
4.6 MODULATION .......................................................................................................................... 4-5
4.7 ASI INPUTS ............................................................................................................................. 4-6
4.8 RF OUTPUT ............................................................................................................................ 4-6
4.9 WINDOWING (WINDOW ENABLED) ............................................................................................ 4-6
4.10 ADAPTIVE NON-LINEAR PRE-CORRECTOR ................................................................................. 4-6
4.11 MANUAL DIGITAL LINEAR AND NON-LINEAR PRE-CORRECTORS .................................................. 4-7
5 WEB GUI INTERFACE........................................................................................5-1

5.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 5-1
5.2 ACCESS AND NAVIGATION ........................................................................................................ 5-1
5.2.1 Login ........................................................................................................................ 5-1
5.2.2 Main Status Page..................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 GUI Navigation and Structure.................................................................................. 5-4
5.2.4 Changing Parameters.............................................................................................. 5-5
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5.3 STATUS MENU ........................................................................................................................ 5-5

5.3.1 Global Status ........................................................................................................... 5-6
5.3.2 GPS Status .............................................................................................................. 5-7
5.3.2.1 Satellite Receiver Status .......................................................................... 5-7
5.3.3 HPA Status .............................................................................................................. 5-8
5.3.4 Adaptive Pre-corrector Status.................................................................................. 5-9
5.4 CONFIG MENU ...................................................................................................................... 5-10
5.4.1 HPA Transmitter .................................................................................................... 5-11
5.4.2 Modulator Mode ..................................................................................................... 5-12
5.4.3 Transmission.......................................................................................................... 5-13
5.4.4 Input ....................................................................................................................... 5-15
5.4.5 Output .................................................................................................................... 5-16
5.4.6 Non-linear Pre-corrector Screen............................................................................ 5-17
5.4.7 Linear Precorrector ................................................................................................ 5-18
5.4.8 Adaptive Pre-corrector........................................................................................... 5-19
5.4.9 Manual HPA Control .............................................................................................. 5-20
5.4.10 Site ......................................................................................................................... 5-21
5.4.11 GPS ....................................................................................................................... 5-22
5.4.12 Satellite Receiver ................................................................................................... 5-23
5.5 ALARMS MENU ...................................................................................................................... 5-24
5.5.1 Clear Logs.............................................................................................................. 5-24
5.5.2 Alarm Properties .................................................................................................... 5-25
5.5.3 Alarm Status .......................................................................................................... 5-27
5.6 NMS USERS MENU ............................................................................................................... 5-28
5.7 SYSTEM PARAMETERS MENU................................................................................................. 5-29
5.7.1 Identification........................................................................................................... 5-30
5.7.2 Access Control....................................................................................................... 5-30
5.7.3 Network Parameters .............................................................................................. 5-31
5.7.4 SNMP Parameters ................................................................................................. 5-32
5.7.5 System Time .......................................................................................................... 5-33
5.7.6 Heartbeat Time ...................................................................................................... 5-34
5.7.7 System Reset......................................................................................................... 5-35
5.7.8 User Configuration ................................................................................................. 5-35
5.7.9 Download Config File(s) ........................................................................................ 5-36
5.7.10 Upgrade and Files Upload ..................................................................................... 5-37
5.7.11 List Uploaded Files ................................................................................................ 5-38
6 CLI (COMMAND LINE INTERFACE) ..................................................................6-1

6.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 USING THE USB PORT TO ACCESS THE CLI ............................................................................. 6-1
6.3 USING THE ETHERNET PORT TO ACCESS THE CLI..................................................................... 6-2
6.4 CLI LOGIN PROCEDURE .......................................................................................................... 6-2
6.5 CLI MENU SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 6-3
6.5.1 Navigation ................................................................................................................ 6-3
6.5.2 Parameter Values .................................................................................................... 6-3
6.5.3 Menu Tree................................................................................................................ 6-4
6.5.3.1 Status Menu ............................................................................................. 6-4
6.5.3.2 Config Menu ............................................................................................. 6-5
6.5.3.3 Alarms Menu ............................................................................................ 6-5
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6.5.3.4 NMS Users Menu..................................................................................... 6-6

6.5.3.5 System Parameters Sub-menu ................................................................ 6-6
6.5.3.6 Display Alarms ......................................................................................... 6-6
6.5.3.7 Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................... 6-6
7 FRONT PANEL INTERFACE..............................................................................7-1

7.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 7-1
7.2 STATUS INDICATORS ............................................................................................................... 7-1
7.2.1 Power....................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.2.2 Alarm........................................................................................................................ 7-1
7.2.3 Unlocked .................................................................................................................. 7-1
7.3 CONTROLS.............................................................................................................................. 7-2
7.3.1 Navigation ................................................................................................................ 7-2
7.3.2 Entering Alphanumric Parameters........................................................................... 7-2
7.3.3 Saving Characters ................................................................................................... 7-2
7.4 TRANSMITTER BOOT-UP .......................................................................................................... 7-3
7.5 STATUS DISPLAYS ................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.6 SPECIFIC CONFIG MENU .......................................................................................................... 7-5
7.7 GENERAL CONFIG MENU DISPLAYS .......................................................................................... 7-5
7.8 GENERAL CONFIG MENU TREE ................................................................................................ 7-5
8 SNMP ..................................................................................................................8-1
9 TRANSMITTER PARAMETERS .........................................................................9-1
10 ALARMS ...........................................................................................................10-1
10.1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 10-1
10.2 ALARM HANDLING ................................................................................................................. 10-2
10.2.1 Modulator Alarm Handling in MFN Mode .............................................................. 10-2
10.2.2 Modulator Alarm Handling in SFN Mode ............................................................... 10-2
10.2.3 HPA Alarm Handling .............................................................................................. 10-2
10.3 MODULATOR ALARMS ............................................................................................................ 10-3
10.3.1 Informative Alarms ................................................................................................. 10-3
10.3.1.1 Modulator Restarted............................................................................... 10-3
10.3.1.2 Heartbeat................................................................................................ 10-3
10.3.2 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Alarms ................................................................................... 10-3
10.3.2.1 Satellite Comm Error.............................................................................. 10-3
10.3.2.2 Satellite Receiver Fault .......................................................................... 10-3
10.3.2.3 Satellite Unlocked .................................................................................. 10-3
10.3.2.4 Satellite Power Fault .............................................................................. 10-3
10.3.2.5 Satellite Overload................................................................................... 10-3
10.3.3 GPS Alarms ........................................................................................................... 10-4
10.3.3.1 GPS Antenna Undercurrent ................................................................... 10-4
10.3.3.2 GPS Antenna Overcurrent ..................................................................... 10-4
10.3.3.3 GPS Quality Low.................................................................................... 10-4
10.3.3.4 GPS Comm Error ................................................................................... 10-4
10.3.4 Modulator Board Alarms ........................................................................................ 10-5
10.3.4.1 10 MHz Reference Loss......................................................................... 10-5
10.3.4.2 1PPS Reference Loss............................................................................ 10-5
10.3.4.3 No Input Data ......................................................................................... 10-5
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10.3.4.4 IIP Packet Loss ...................................................................................... 10-5

10.3.4.5 Data Input Too High ............................................................................... 10-5
10.3.4.6 Input Bit Rate Is Out Of Limit ................................................................. 10-5
10.3.4.7 Up Converter Unlock.............................................................................. 10-6
10.3.4.8 Up Converter Communication Error....................................................... 10-6
10.3.5 Adaptive Pre-corrector Alarms............................................................................... 10-6
10.3.5.1 AP RF Input Low .................................................................................... 10-6
10.3.5.2 AP RF Feedback Low ............................................................................ 10-6
10.3.5.3 AP No Correction ................................................................................... 10-6
10.3.5.4 AP HPA FB Out of Range ...................................................................... 10-6
10.4 HPA ALARMS........................................................................................................................ 10-7
10.4.1 HPA Comm. Fault .................................................................................................. 10-7
10.4.2 HPA Shutdown Fault ............................................................................................. 10-7
10.4.3 HPA Temperature Warning and Fault Alams ........................................................ 10-7
10.4.3.1 HPA Temperature Warning.................................................................... 10-7
10.4.3.2 HPA Temperature Fault ......................................................................... 10-8
10.4.4 HPA TX Inp. Pwr. Fault.......................................................................................... 10-8
10.4.5 HPA TX Fwr. Pwr. Fault......................................................................................... 10-8
10.4.6 HPA TX Rfl. Pwr. Fault .......................................................................................... 10-8
10.4.7 HPA PA Module Faults .......................................................................................... 10-9
10.4.7.1 HPA PA Voltage Fault............................................................................ 10-9
10.4.7.2 HPA PA Current Fault ............................................................................ 10-9
10.4.8 HPA Driver Voltage Fault....................................................................................... 10-9
10.4.9 HPA Pre-driver Voltage Fault ................................................................................ 10-9
11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................11-1

11.1 SIGNAL PROCESSING ............................................................................................................ 11-1
11.2 DVB-S/S2 RECEIVER INPUT .................................................................................................. 11-1
11.3 DVB-S/S2 RECEIVER DEMODULATION AND DECODING ........................................................... 11-2
11.4 DVB-S/S2 RECEIVER OUTPUT .............................................................................................. 11-2
11.5 MODULATOR INPUTS ............................................................................................................. 11-2
11.6 MODULATOR RF OUTPUT PERFORMANCE .............................................................................. 11-3
11.7 MODULATOR OUTPUTS .......................................................................................................... 11-3
11.8 TRANSMITTER RF OUTPUT PERFORMANCE ............................................................................ 11-4
11.9 ADAPTIVE PRE-CORRECTION ................................................................................................. 11-5
11.10 MANUAL DIGITAL PRE-CORRECTION ....................................................................................... 11-5
11.11 INTERNAL GPS RECEIVER ..................................................................................................... 11-6
11.12 CONTROL INTERFACES .......................................................................................................... 11-7
11.13 POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.14 ENVIRONMENTAL ................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.15 MECHANICAL......................................................................................................................... 11-8
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List of Tables
Table 3-1 External Connections ........................................................................................................................................3-3
Table 3-2 RS232 Connector Pin-out .................................................................................................................................3-6
Table 3-3 RS485 Connector Pin-out .................................................................................................................................3-7
Table 3-4 HPA RS485 Connector Pin-out.........................................................................................................................3-7
Table 3-5 HPA Serial Connector Pin-out...........................................................................................................................3-8
Table 5-1 Web GUI Menu Structure..................................................................................................................................5-4
Table 5-2 HPA Transmitter Parameters ..........................................................................................................................5-11
Table 5-3 Modulator Mode Parameters...........................................................................................................................5-12
Table 5-4 Transmission Parameters (MFN Mode) ..........................................................................................................5-13
Table 5-5 Transmission Parameters (SFN Hierarchical Mode).......................................................................................5-14
Table 5-6 Input Parameters.............................................................................................................................................5-15
Table 5-7 Output Parameters..........................................................................................................................................5-16
Table 5-8 Non-linear Pre-corrector Parameters ..............................................................................................................5-17
Table 5-9 Linear Pre-corrector Parameters.....................................................................................................................5-18
Table 5-10 Adaptive Pre-corrector Parameters...............................................................................................................5-19
Table 5-11 Manual HPA Control Parameters..................................................................................................................5-20
Table 5-12 Site Parameters ............................................................................................................................................5-21
Table 5-13 GPS Parameters ...........................................................................................................................................5-22
Table 5-14 Satellite Receiver Parameters.......................................................................................................................5-23
Table 5-15 Transmitter Alarms........................................................................................................................................5-25
Table 5-16 Alarm Properties ...........................................................................................................................................5-26
Table 5-17 NMS User Parameters ..................................................................................................................................5-28
Table 5-18 Identification Parameters ..............................................................................................................................5-30
Table 5-19 Access Control Parameters ..........................................................................................................................5-30
Table 5-20 Network Parameters .....................................................................................................................................5-31
Table 5-21 SNMP Parameters ........................................................................................................................................5-32
Table 5-22 System Time Parameters..............................................................................................................................5-33
Table 5-23 Heartbeat Time Parameters..........................................................................................................................5-34
Table 9-1 Transmitter Parameters ....................................................................................................................................9-4
Table 10-1 Alarm List ......................................................................................................................................................10-1
Table 11-1 ISDB-T/TB Signal Processing .......................................................................................................................11-1
Table 12-4 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Input..............................................................................................................................11-1
Table 12-5 DVB-S/S2 Demodulation and Decoding .......................................................................................................11-2
Table 12-6 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Output...........................................................................................................................11-2
Table 11-2 Modulator Inputs ...........................................................................................................................................11-2
Table 11-5 Modulator RF Output Performance ...............................................................................................................11-3
Table 11-3 Modulator Outputs.........................................................................................................................................11-3
Table 11-4 Transmitter RF Output Performance.............................................................................................................11-4
Table 11-6 Adaptive Pre-correction Parameters .............................................................................................................11-5
Table 11-7 Manual Pre-correction Parameters ...............................................................................................................11-5
Table 11-8 Internal GPS Receiver Parameters...............................................................................................................11-6
Table 12-3 Control Interfaces..........................................................................................................................................11-7
Table 12-14 Power Supply ..............................................................................................................................................11-8
Table 12-15 Environmental .............................................................................................................................................11-8
Table 12-16 Mechanical ..................................................................................................................................................11-8
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1 120W ISDB-T/TB Transmitter ..........................................................................................................................2-1
Figure 2-2 ISDB-T/TB Transmitter Block Diagram ............................................................................................................2-2
Figure 3-1 Transmitter Rear Panel....................................................................................................................................3-3
Figure 3-2 GPS Antenna Connection.................................................................................................................................3-4
Figure 5-1 Login Page.......................................................................................................................................................5-1
Figure 5-2 Transmitter Global Status (MFN Mode) ...........................................................................................................5-2
Figure 5-3 Transmitter Global Status (SFN Hierarchical Mode)........................................................................................5-3
Figure 5-4 Example of Submitting a Parameter Change...................................................................................................5-5
Figure 5-5 Status Menu Selection .....................................................................................................................................5-5
Figure 5-6 GPS Status ......................................................................................................................................................5-7
Figure 5-7 Satellite Receiver Status..................................................................................................................................5-7
Figure 5-8 HPA Status ......................................................................................................................................................5-8
Figure 5-9 Adaptive Pre-corrector Status..........................................................................................................................5-9
Figure 5-10 Config Menu Selection.................................................................................................................................5-10
Figure 5-11 HPA Transmitter Configuration ....................................................................................................................5-11
Figure 5-12 Modulator Mode Configuration.....................................................................................................................5-12
Figure 5-13 Transmission Configuration (MFN Mode) ....................................................................................................5-13
Figure 5-14 Transmission Parameters (Hierarchical Mode)............................................................................................5-14
Figure 5-15 Transmission Parameters (SFN Hierarchical Mode) ...................................................................................5-14
Figure 5-16 Input Configuration.......................................................................................................................................5-15
Figure 5-17 Output Configuration....................................................................................................................................5-16
Figure 5-18 Non-linear Pre-corrector Configuration ........................................................................................................5-17
Figure 5-19 Linear Pre-corrector Configuration...............................................................................................................5-18
Figure 5-20 Adaptive Pre-corrector Configuration...........................................................................................................5-19
Figure 5-21 Manual HPA Control ....................................................................................................................................5-20
Figure 5-22 Site Configuration ........................................................................................................................................5-21
Figure 5-23 GPS Configuration .......................................................................................................................................5-22
Figure 5-24 Satellite Receiver Configuration...................................................................................................................5-23
Figure 5-25 Alarms Menu Selection ................................................................................................................................5-24
Figure 5-26 Clear Logs Screen .......................................................................................................................................5-24
Figure 5-27 Alarm Properties Configuration....................................................................................................................5-26
Figure 5-28 Alarm Status Page .......................................................................................................................................5-27
Figure 5-29 NMS User Properties Configuration.............................................................................................................5-28
Figure 5-30 System Parameters Menu Selection............................................................................................................5-29
Figure 5-31 Identification Configuration ..........................................................................................................................5-30
Figure 5-32 Access Control Configuration ......................................................................................................................5-30
Figure 5-33 Network Parameters Configuration..............................................................................................................5-31
Figure 5-34 SNMP Parameters Configuration.................................................................................................................5-32
Figure 5-35 System Time Configuration..........................................................................................................................5-33
Figure 5-36 Heartbeat Time Configuration......................................................................................................................5-34
Figure 5-37 System Reset...............................................................................................................................................5-35
Figure 5-38 User Configuration .......................................................................................................................................5-35
Figure 5-39 Download Selection .....................................................................................................................................5-36
Figure 5-40 Download Pop-Up........................................................................................................................................5-36
Figure 5-41 Software Upgrade ........................................................................................................................................5-37
Figure 5-42 Upgrade Begin Pop-Up................................................................................................................................5-37
Figure 5-43 Upgrade Complete Pop-Up..........................................................................................................................5-38
Figure 5-44 List Uploaded Files ......................................................................................................................................5-38
Figure 6-1 Com Settings ...................................................................................................................................................6-1
Figure 6-2 Starting the Telnet Session..............................................................................................................................6-2
Figure 6-3 Telnet Login Prompt.........................................................................................................................................6-2
Figure 7-1 Transmitter Touch Screen LCD .......................................................................................................................7-1
Figure 8-1 Parameter Menu Items Available via SNMP....................................................................................................8-1
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Introduction UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
1 Introduction
1.1 Manual Overview

This manual contains a description of the DTX 1200U, as well as installation, setup and operating instruction.
1.2 Product Safety

For your protection, please read and observe all safety instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future
reference.
1. Read Instructions – All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Follow Instructions – All operating and user instructions should be followed.
3. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future use.
4. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
5. Mounting Equipment and Accessories – Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, bracket or
table as the product could fall, causing serious damage. The product should be used only with a cart,
stand, bracket or table that is recommended by UBS.
6. Ventilation – To ensure reliable operation and to protect the product from overheating, the product should
be positioned so that proper ventilation is not obstructed. The product should not be placed near or over
radiators, stoves or other appliances that produce heat.
7. Power Sources – The product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the unit
or in this document.
8. Cleaning – Unplug or otherwise disconnect all power from the product before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning.
9. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the product beyond those means described in the
operating instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
10. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the product from its power source and refer to service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product does not operate normally, adjust only those controls that are covered by this
document. Improper adjustment of any other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
d. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. Such a significant change indicates
need of service.
11. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, ensure that parts are specified by UBS.
Unauthorized substitutions could result in improper operation or other hazards and will invalidate the
warranty.
12. Keep Away from Live Circuits – Service personnel must at all times observe safety regulations. Do not
replace components or make adjustments at all. All repairs are to be performed at UBS factory.
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1.3 Warning
Specific warning and caution statements, where applicable, are found throughout this manual. Note that warning
and caution statements and/or symbols are marked on the transmitter as well.
1.3.1 Safety Symbols
Symbol Meaning Explanation
To prevent damage to the product, the user must refer to all

Caution
operating instructions in the manual.
Danger Dangerous voltages.
Attention Presence of electrostatic discharges (ESD).
Ground Protective ground terminal.
AC Alternating Current
1.3.2 Safety Notices

WARNING! – Denotes potential hazard, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION! – Denotes potential hazard, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the
equipment.
NOTES – Provides supplementary information for the user.

1.3.3 Electrostatic Sensitive Devices

This product contains ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) sensitive devices.
Attention!
When repairing, proper ESD equipment should be used to prevent damage to the
product. Use an ESD wrist strap when handling ESD-sensitive devices.
1.3.4 Lithium Battery
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type, as recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Dispose of
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

1.4 Warranty and Service Information

UBS’ standard warranty is one (1) year from the date of delivery, provided that the warranty labels have not been
broken. Opening the product without the expressed, written consent of UBS will automatically void the warranty.
UBS’ liability for a warranty failure applies only to the equipment provided by UBS and excludes all other remedies,
including, without limitation, incidental consequential damages. UBS is not responsible for any lost data, revenue,
or any other consequential damages associated with a warranty or non-warranty failure.
In the event of a defect in/ or failure of the UBS product, the customer shall contact UBS regarding the warranty
claim. UBS warrants to rework or repair the product at the UBS facility in Vaughan, Ontario once it has been
properly returned by the customer.
To process a warranty claim or to obtain technical support, please contact UBS’ Customer Service at either one of
the following numbers:
Telephone Number: 905-669-8533
Fax Number: 905-669-8516
1.5 Liability
The statements, specifications and instructions in this publication are believed to be correct to the best knowledge
of Unique Broadband Systems Ltd. and its employees at the time of printing this manual. Unique Broadband
Systems Ltd. will reserve the right to make changes to the content in this publication that reflects changes in
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Product Description UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
2 Product Description
2.1 Product Overview
Figure 2-1 120W ISDB-T/TB Transmitter
The indoor 120 Watt ISDB-T/TB UHF-Band transmitter is fully compliant with ISDB-T/TB standards and is designed
for an operating frequency range of 470 MHz to 860 MHz. The transmitter can be configured with an L-Band DVB-
S/S2 input or an ISDB-T/TB multiplexed transport stream input.
The compact design is a complete ISDB-T/TB transmitter system. Included in the 3RU chassis is a DVB-S/S2
Receiver, ISDB-T/TB Modulator, GPS Receiver, High Power Amplifier (HPA) and System Controller. The System
Controller is responsible for transmitter operation, configuration, management and status reporting with support for
a SNMP based Network Management System.
Key highlights of the transmitter include:
• ISDB-T/TB compliant
• Operating frequency range of 470 MHz - 860 MHz
• High Performance 120W LDMOS Power Amplifier
• RF overdrive, high VSWR and over-temperature protection
• DVB-S/S2 Receiver
• ISDB-T/TB Modulator with internal GPS Receiver and System Controller
• SFN and MFN Support
• Adaptive Non-linear Pre-correction
• Manual Linear and Non-linear Digital Pre-correction
• Touch Screen LCD for rear time user interface
• Web interface for remote control and monitoring
• SNMP for network management of the Transmitter
• Compact, light weight chassis with forced air cooling system

2.2
Instruction Manual
UHF UHF PA UHF
Product Description
Predriver 56562-02/ Driver

DC +12V
90845-03 90869-04 99942
UHF Coupler
BNC-50
10MHz
GPS 7 dB 18dB 17dB
Receiver
90798-01
BNC-50
52dBm
1PPS
90804-04R
-45dB -33dB -52dB -52dB
F-75 +12V
GPS IN
99943
RMS
RF Det
1 Peak
I2C RF Det DC +50V HPA
USB
RF OUT
Product Architecture
SMA-50
RMS
RF Det
Temp1
SMA
Att 6dB
Splitter
HPA FB Precoorector Feedback cable
SMA-50 11100 56993-01
10/100/
1000
Universal Terminator
Ethernet Modulator SMA
RJ45
Latch 11069R
90863-20R Set Monitor SMA
ASI OUT-B Point
BNC-75 -53dB
DAC ADC Fast Reflect reference actuation level
ASI OUT-A
BNC-75
ASI IN-B
BNC-75
SMA
ASI IN-A
BNC-75
+12V CPU
Temp2 RF Power Detector RF Power Detector
+12V
Rx. ASI OUT 2 56964-01/90873-01 56964-01/90873-01
BNC-75
DVB-S/S2 Pre-driver Controller 90846-02
Rx. ASI OUT 1 +12V +5V
BNC-75 Receiver
90762-02
Rx. ANT
F-75 +5V FWD RFL
+12 VDC to LDO
UBS Ltd
Pre-driver 60241R Detector Detector

RS485 RS485
Revision 01
+12V I2C Cable
Power Supply 2 +12V
75157R RF_FWD/RFL
+12 VDC Out Fast Reflect
ADC
50V Control DRV

LCD Controller/ 50V Control HP Pallet
Screen CPU Di g I/ O
000084127R
AC Status PS
DC Mon PS
DAC
2x Fans
Te mp2
56277-01 HPA Controller
90861-07
Figure 2-2 ISDB-T/TB Transmitter Block Diagram

50V
50V Control HP Pallet Control DRV
Power Supply 1 Switch Board Switch Board
Control PS
75179R 90803-05 90803-06
RFI (Filter)
56985-01
DC 50V, 30A
Connection Board
90861-01
DTX 1200U Transmitter
Page 2-2
2.2.1 DVB-S/S2 Reciever

The Satellite receiver accepts a downconverted L-Band DVB-S/S2 signal from an LNB module and performs signal
processing. The received signal is demodulated, the DVB-S/S2 transport layer is removed and data recovery is
performed, providing a MPEG Transport Stream output.
The DVB-S/S2 receiver supports Dual Band, Dual Polarization LNB’s by allowing the user to manually configure the
DVB-S/S2 receiver.
2.2.2 ISDB-T/TB Modulator

• The module performs ISDB-T/TB signal encoding, OFDM waveform generation and synchronization to
provide Single Frequency Network (SFN) operation.
• The module performs the frequency conversion of the OFDM signal into the required RF channel
frequency, to drive the High Power Amplifier (HPA).
• The Adaptive Non-linear Pre-corrector compensates for HPA non-linearities. Manual Digital Linear and
Non-linear Pre-correctors provide compensation for the group delay introduced by the HPA output filter and
the non-linear distortions produced by HPA.
The ISDB-T/TB modulator converts an MPEG (ISDB-T/TB multiplexed) transport stream, made up of one or more
TS inputs, to a COFDM modulated RF signal. A direct conversion process provides a single analog RF output from
470 MHz to 860 MHz, suitable for amplification in the High Power Amplifier (HPA).
The modulator can support MFN, Hierarchical and SFN Hierarchical network modes as well as Partial Reception.
Power Amplifier performance can be improved significantly by enabling the Adaptive or Manual Pre-correctors
Adaptive Non-linear Pre-correction compensates for HPA non-linearities including AM/AM and AM/PM distortion
and protects against IMD and spectral regrowth while maximizing EVM performance. Manual Digital Non-linear
Pre-correction compensates for HPA non-linearity and is able to provide separate adjustment for low and high
frequency shoulders. Manual Digital Linear Pre-correction compensates for group delay created by an output filter.
2.2.3 GPS Reciever

The internal GPS receiver provides 10 MHz and 1PPS reference signals to the modulator board for SFN operation
(transmitter synchronization) and has the capability to track 12 satellites.
The user has the option to set the Max GPS Holdover time, updated the system clock from the GPS and set the
time zone.
Following a loss of signal lock (to the GPS satellite network), the Max GPS Holdover time is the maximum length of
time the system will continue to operate in a free-running mode before an alarm is issued, leading to a possible
transmitter shutdown condition. It is imperative for all transmitters in a SFN Hierarchical network to be
synchronized to a GPS at all times.

2.2.4 Transmitter System Controller

• Provides all primary system control and management functionality.
• Manages all control interfaces of the transmitter.
The modulator board serves as the main System Controller responsible for configuration and management of the
entire transmitter and interfaces. The modulator board and HPA are linked by a RS-485 serial cable for control and
monitoring - see Figure 2-2. The system controller supports transmitter operation, configuration, management and
status reporting. System control includes power up, power down, RF control processes, control commands for
status requests and operating parameters, etc. The transmitter identity (name, password, local IP address, SNMP,
etc.) can be configured remotely or locally. Remote upgrade of the transmitter software is also supported.
2.2.5 High Power Amplifier (HPA)

• The module provides RF signal amplification up to the required 120 Watts output power level at the
transmitter RF output.
• The output power level is maintained via an ALC loop.
• The output forward and reverse power levels are measured by the integrated output coupler and reported
to the system controller.
The HPA module is designed to operate as a final amplification stage for the terrestrial UHF-band transmitter.
Employing highly efficient LDMOS technology, the HPA amplifies the modulated UHF-Band terrestrial signal to a
power level of 120 Watts, while maintaining its linear characteristics. The HPA module includes an integrated
AC/DC power supply, controller and two fans for forced air cooling.
The HPA architecture is based on a solid state design operating in the Class A/AB linear mode over a frequency
range from 470 MHz to 860 MHz. The amplifier is fully protected against input overdrive, overheating and output
load VSWR conditions.
The HPA incorporates an internal automatic self-levelling loop to maintain a constant output power level. The
automatic level control (ALC) circuit will compensate for the input signal level variations and the gain variations
caused by changes in temperature as well as for the gain changes due to devices aging.
The HPA main driver-chain signal is fed into a single LDMOS power module. The power module output is fed into
a coupler which includes RF detectors that measure forward and reflected power levels as well as a RF monitoring
port.
The HPA controller monitors the operation parameters of the HPA, provides protection against abnormal operation
conditions and communicates with the main system controller via a RS-485 serial interface. Though highly linear,
the HPA output shoulders are further enhanced by the pre-corrector circuit housed on the modulator board.

2.2.5.1 HPA Enhanced Features and Design Concepts

The HPA utilizes several innovative features designed to enhance its performance and reliability of the amplifier.
• Enhanced heat sink design

• Thermally enhanced power transistors
The HPA employs a heat sink design that permits more equal heat distribution across the heat sink, thus reducing
the maximum operating temperature. Distribution of the main heat source elements within the HPA is optimized in
order to utilize the maximum thermal efficiency of the heat sink, also resulting in lower operating temperatures.
The HPA design incorporates the latest generation high power LDMOS transistors which employ a thermally
enhanced package. The significant reduction in thermal resistance will allow these new generation power devices
to operate with a lower junction temperature thus improving overall amplifier reliability.
2.2.5.2 HPA Controller

The embedded HPA controller monitors all operating parameters and provides amplifier protection and control. It
communicates with the main System Controller via a RS485 serial interface and reports the following parameter
values and corresponding alarms:
• HPA Forward Power

• HPA Reflected Power
• HPA Input Power
• HPA Temperature
• HPA PA Voltage and Current
• HPA Diver Voltage
• HPA Pre-driver Voltage
• HPA Shutdown
• HPA Communication
The following HPA control commands are set via the RS 485 serial interface:
• Power Supply ON/OFF

• DC Bias ON/OFF
• RF Output ON/OFF
The HPA is a constant gain block which is individually calibrated in order to maintain its RF performance while
operating in various conditions. The calibration is performed on the forward power sensor, reflected power sensor
and input power sensor. A calibration table is stored in the HPA controller internal EEPROM.
The HPA controller reports alarms to the system controller and maintains an internal alarm log. Each alarm entry in
this log contains the alarm ID itself along with monitored parameters prior to an alarm. This alarm log is saved in
an internal EEPROM.

2.2.6 Adaptive Pre-corrector

The adaptive pre-corrector compensates for the HPA non-linearities, including AM/AM and AM/PM distorsion,
spectral re-growth and error vector magnitude (EVM). The complex signal processing is done in the RF domain.
This pre-corrector supports a fully adaptive operation: the feedback signal (HPA output) is compared to the
modulator’s RF output signal (HPA input) in order to optimize the correction, which will improve the shoulders of the
RF output. The Pre-corrector function can be switched on and off from the Web GUI, CLI or front panel.
2.2.7 Manual Digital Linear and Non-linear Pre-correctors

The non-linear pre-corrector compensates for power amplifier non-linearity and is able to provide a separate
adjustment for the low and high frequency shoulders of the wide channel spectrum. Additionally, the non-linear
pre-corrector may serve as peak limiter in order to control peak to average power ratios. The Linear pre-corrector
compensates for the group delay created by an output filter. The Pre-corrector function can be switched on and off
from the Web GUI, CLI or front panel.
2.2.8 Control Interfaces

The physical interface for system management is the Ethernet port which supports Web GUI, SNMP v3 (secure
SNMP) and Telnet. A touch screen LCD provides a real time user interface and the USB port can be used to
access the Command Line Interface (CLI).
The Web GUI is an intuitive interface allowing the user to access the current transmitter status and configure the
operational parameters. The Web interface uses a simple hierarchical menu structure which provides access to all
transmitter parameters. The touch screen LCD and CLI offer the same hierarchical menu structure which provides
access to all transmitter parameters.
The transmitter SNMP interface provides the means for remote management of the transmitter and to accept alarm
traps. The notification options can be configured on a per-alarm basis. The user may decide to mask certain
alarms, increase/decrease integration time to declare an alarm, etc. Alarm logs are available via the SNMP
interface and are stored in Non Volatile Memory.
2.2.9 Remote Upgrades

The main software components in the transmitter are remotely upgradeable via the Ethernet management
interface.

Installation UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
3 Installation
3.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Each DTX 1200U transmitter is completely assembled, tested and shipped in the appropriate packaging.
Carefully unpack the unit and examine all shipping containers and contents for physical damage that might have
occurred during shipment. If damage occurred during shipment please notify your freight carrier immediately.
Missing or damaged equipment not caused by the freight carrier should be directed to UBS Ltd., in order to
facilitate the replacement or repair of the equipment.
Be sure to check the package contents carefully for important documents and materials.
NOTE:
Retain all shipping containers for storage or re-shipment purposes. All materials
returned under warranty must be packed in their original shipping containers.
3.2 Environmental
The transmitter is designed for the following environmental conditions:
• Indoor use
• Operating temperatures between 0°C and +50°C (+32°F and +122°F)
• Storage temperatures between -30°C and +70°C (-22°F and +158°F)
• Maximum relative humidity of 95%, non-condensing
3.3 Mounting
This transmitter is delivered in a 19" rack mountable chassis. If several chassis are mounted in a 19" rack, special
attention must be paid to the temperature inside the rack.
The transmitter is equipped with forced air cooling fans on the front panel. If the transmitter is mounted between
other instruments with a high surface temperature, this method of cooling may not be sufficient. Under these
circumstances, it is recommended to make space between the instruments, and to establish additional forced air
circulation (cooling) in the rack.
3.4 Grounding
Before any other connection is made, the transmitter must be connected to a protective earth conductor via the
three-core mains cable and the protective earth terminal marked:

The service panel protective earth lead (ground bar) must be verified to be functioning properly before the unit can
be connected to the service panel mains.
CAUTION!
Ensure that the DTX 1200U is properly grounded before turning on the power.
WARNING! Any interruption of the ground conductor inside or outside the unit, or
disconnection from the protective earth terminal is likely to make the product
dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
3.5 Power Supply
3.5.1 Mains AC Power Connection

The transmitter is equipped with a tap-less switch mode power supply that covers most nominal voltage ranges in
use. This avoids the need to adapt the unit to the local mains voltage.
• Mains AC Voltage: 100 – 240 VAC RMS

• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
3.5.2 Fuse Replacement

The mains fuse-holder is located on the rear panel of the transmitter.
DANGER!
The DTX 1200U must be disconnected from all voltage sources when replacing a
fuse.
• Fuse Rating @ 240 VAC: 10 A; 250 V, Fast acting, type Littelfuse 217010P or equivalent.
If the mains fuse has to be replaced, please proceed as follows:
1. Remove the power cable.

2. Lift the plastic cover (fuse-holder) by means of a small screwdriver.
3. Insert the new fuse into the top of the fuse-holder.
4. Re-insert the cover (fuse-holder).
CAUTION! Ensure that only fuses of the required rating, voltage, and of the specified type are
used for replacement. Fuses must only be replaced by a qualified person who is
aware of the hazards involved
The use of repaired (jumpered) fuses and/or the short-circuiting of the fuse holder are
prohibited.

3.6 Input and Output Connections

In addition to the AC power connection, several other transmitter connections can be made during the installation.
Figure 3-1 Transmitter Rear Panel
Port Function Type Impedance

GPS ANT GPS receiver input F-type (F) 75 ohms
RECEIVER ANT DVB-S/S2 receiver input F-type (F) 75 ohms
RECEIVER ASI DVB-S/S2 receiver MPEG transport stream BNC (F) 75 ohms
OUT 1, OUT 2 output
DVB-ASI Modulator MPEG (ISDB-T/TB multiplexed) BNC (F) 75 ohms
IN A, IN B transport stream input
DVB-ASI Modulator MPEG (ISDB-T/TB multiplexed) BNC (F) 75 ohms
OUT A, OUT B transport stream output
10 MHz Internal GPS 10 MHz reference output BNC (F) 1k ohms
1 PPS Internal GPS 1 PPS reference output BNC (F) 1k ohms
RF OUT Transmitter RF output 7/16” DIN (F) 50 ohms
HPA RF Transmitter RF output monitoring port SMA (F) 50 ohms
MONITOR
RF MONITOR Modulator RF output monitoring port SMA (F) 50 ohms
Ethernet Interface for Web GUI, Telnet (CLI), SNMP RJ45 N/A
and M2M
USB Interface for CLI USB Type-B N/A
RS-232 Alarm Relays 9-pin SUB-D (M) N/A
RS-485 HPA communication with system controller 9-pin SUB-D (F) N/A
HPA RS-485 HPA communication with system controller 9-pin SUB-D (F) N/A
HPA Serial Interface for HPA PC GUI 9-pin SUB-D (M) N/A
Table 3-1 External Connections

3.6.1 GPS Antenna

A GPS antenna must be connected to the transmitter GPS ANT connector, as specified in Section 11.11.
The transmitter does not provide lightning protection therefore the operator must use the appropriate external
protection device. Since the transmitters is intended for indoor use, a surge protector (lightning arrestor) is most
effective when mounted to a large copper grounding plate located at the building entry point.
A PTC-F02 Gas Tube surge protector from Nextek is available as an option.
Figure 3-2 GPS Antenna Connection
3.6.2 VSAT Antenna

A VSAT antenna/LNB must be connected to the transmitter RECEIVER ANT connector, as specified in Section
11.2.
The transmitter does not provide lightning protection therefore the operator must use the appropriate external
protection device. Since the transmitters is intended for indoor use, a surge protector (lightning arrestor) is most
effective when mounted to a large copper grounding plate located at the building entry point.
3.6.3 GPS Receiver Input

One (1) input (GPS ANT) is provided for the GPS Receiver as specified in Section 11.11.
3.6.4 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Input

One (1) input (RECEIVER ANT) is provided for the DVB-S/S2 Receiver as specified in Section 11.2.

3.6.5 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Output

Two (2) DVB-ASI outputs (OUT 1 and OUT 2) are provided for the DVB-S/S2 Receiver MPEG transport stream.
Note: One of the ASI OUT connectors must be connected to one of the DVB-ASI input connectors when the
DVB-S/S2 Receiver is used to provide the modulator board with a MPEG transport stream.
3.6.6 DVB-ASI Input

Two (2) DVB-ASI inputs (IN A and IN B) are provided for a MPEG (ISDB-T/TB multiplexed) transport stream.
3.6.7 DVB-ASI Monitoring Output

Two (2) DVB-ASI outputs (OUT A and OUT B) are provided for monitoring the input MPEG (ISDB-T/TB multiplexed)
transport stream.
3.6.8 10 MHz Reference Output

One (1) output provides a 10 MHz reference from the GPS receiver.
3.6.9 1 PPS Reference Output

One (1) output provides a 1 PPS reference from the GPS receiver.
3.6.10 RF Output
The transmitter RF output provides a 120 W RMS, ISDB-T/TB modulated signal with a frequency range of 470 MHz
to 860 MHz. Note: the transmitter RF output must be connected to a properly rated antenna or load.
3.6.11 HPA RF Output Monitoring Port

One (1) port is provided for monitoring of the transmitter RF output, 51 dB below the selected transmitter RF output
level.
3.6.12 Modulator RF Output Monitoring Port

One (1) port is provided for monitoring of the modulator RF output, 30 dB below the selected RF output level.
3.6.13 USB Port

One (1) USB port is provided for access to the CLI (Command Line Interface).

3.6.14 Ethernet Port

Two (2) Ethernet ports are provided for network access. Connector A is always active; optionally connector B can
be activated.
Once the modulator has been configured with the correct network settings, the user can access the modulator via
the Web GUI, CLI (via Telnet) and SNMP. The Ethernet connector(s) can also be configured for Machine-to-
Machine communication.
Note: It is recommended to install a ferrite clamp, such as Wurth Elektronik model 742 712 22 or equivalent,
on the network cable, with two loops, in order to comply with the Radiated emissions requirements.
3.6.15 RS232 Serial Port

The RS232 serial port can configured to provide two (2) Alarm Relays.
Pin No Function
1 Relay 1 contact
2 RxD
3 TxD
4 Relay 2 contact
5 GND
6 Relay 1 contact
7 RTS
8 CTS
9 Relay 2 contact
Table 3-2 RS232 Connector Pin-out
3.6.15.1 RS232 Settings

Baud rate: 9600, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control.
3.6.15.2 RS232 Alarm Relays

Two (2) alarm relays are available on the RS232 serial port. The alarm relay contacts are normally open and close
on alarm; when the modulator is turned off the contacts are normally closed. Each relay is software controlled and
can be set to trigger on a specific alarm.

3.6.16 RS485 Serial Port

The RS485 port is used for communication (Machine to Machine) with the HPA via the HPA-RS485 Interface. An
external serial cable is used to conenct the ports and is provided with the transmitter.
Pin No Function
1 Relay 1 contact
2 Ground
3 External Reset
4 Rx-
5 Tx+
6 Relay 1 contact
7 Ground
8 Rx+
9 Tx-
Table 3-3 RS485 Connector Pin-out
3.6.17 HPA RS485 Serial Port

The HPA RS485 Serial port is used for communication (Machine to Machine) with the modulator via the RS485
Interface. An external serial cable is used to conenct the ports and is provided with the transmitter.
Pin No Function
1 NC
2 GND
3 NC
4 Tx-
5 Rx+
6 NC
7 NC
8 Tx+
9 Rx-
Table 3-4 HPA RS485 Connector Pin-out

3.6.18 HPA Serial Port

The HPA Serial port (RS232) is used to communicate with the HPA using the UBS HPA Monitor PC GUI
application.
Pin No Function
1 Relay 1 contact
2 RxD
3 TxD
4 Relay 2 contact
5 GND
6 Relay 1 contact
7 RTS
8 CTS
9 Relay 2 contact
Table 3-5 HPA Serial Connector Pin-out

Operating Instructions UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
4 Operating Instructions
4.1 Introduction
This section outlines the initial turn on procedure and addresses processes for monitoring and control of the DTX
1200U Transmitter.
4.2 Initial Turn-On Procedure

Once the DTX 1200U is installed and all input, output and AC connections are made, the transmitter is ready to be
turned on. Ensure that the output of the transmitter is connected to a sufficiently rated broadcast antenna or load
before turning the unit on.
1. Turn on the AC power switch.

2. Once the transmitter has finished its boot up process, which takes approximately 90 seconds, configure it
for access to the local network. This can be done using the transmitter front panel touch screen LCD.
Navigate to Status window “F” and press the enter button. This will take the user to a System
parameters sub-menu where the Network parameters can be configured.
3. Using a PC, open a Web browser and logon to the transmitter Web GUI.
4. Check the Status screen for active alarms. The only alarms present should be GPS Quality Low and
Satellite Unlocked. The GPS Quality Low alarm will take up to 10 minutes to clear as satellites are
acquired.
5. During the initial on-site turn on, it is recommended to set the output level to 44 dBm via the Web GUI
before the transmitter RF is turned on. This will ensure that the effects of a transmission line or antenna
fault are minimized when the RF is turned on. Go to Config – HPA Transmitter and set the output power
level to 44 dBm.
6. For SFN operation, check the Status screen to ensure that the GPS Quality Low alarm has cleared. Once
the alarm has cleared, the transmitter can be placed in Broadcast mode. For MFN operation, the GPS is
not required to be locked.
7. The transmitter front panel display can be used to monitor the transmitter forward and reflected power
levels.
8. If the forward and reflected power levels are acceptable, increase the transmitter output level by 3 db and
continue to monitor the forward and reflected power levels.
9. Continue to increase the transmitter output level by 3 dB, until the desired output level is reached (max of
50.8 dBm).
Note: The default password for the CLI and Web GUI is “admin”

4.3 Control and Communication

The transmitter can be controlled and monitored locally (on-site), or remotely from a Network Management System
(NMS).
4.3.1 Control and Communication Interfaces

There are two interface ports provided for control and communication:
• Ethernet Port (RJ-45) – used for local control with a laptop PC and remote access through a LAN. Web
GUI, SNMP and CLI (Telnet and HyperTerminal) protocols are supported.
• USB Port (Type B) – used for local control, initial setup, status information and troubleshooting with a
laptop PC. A Command Line Interface (CLI) is the supported protocol.
4.3.1.1 Web GUI

The transmitter hosts an internal web interface (Web GUI) accessible through its Ethernet port. The Web GUI is an
intuitive interface allowing the user to access the current status and configure the operational parameters of the
transmitter. The Web interface uses a simple hierarchical menu structure which provides access to all transmitter
parameters. For a detailed description of the Web GUI interface refer to Section 5 - Web GUI Interface.
4.3.1.2 SNMP
The transmitter SNMP interface provides the means for remote management of the unit and to accept alarm traps.
The notification options can be configured on a per-alarm basis. The user may decide to mask certain alarms,
increase/decrease integration time to declare an alarm, etc. Alarm and event logs are available via the SNMP
interface and are stored in Non Volatile Memory.
4.3.1.3 CLI
The CLI allows the user to access the current status and configure the operational parameters of the transmitter.
The CLI uses a simple hierarchical menu structure which provides access to all transmitter parameters. For a
detailed description of the CLI interface refer to Section 6 - CLI (Command Line Interface).
4.3.1.4 Front Panel Interface

The DTX 1200U can also be configured using the front panel touch screen LCD. For a detailed description of the
Front Panel interface refer to Section 7 - Front Panel Interface.
4.3.2 Local Access

The transmitter can be controlled and monitored locally (on site) through the Ethernet Port and/or the USB port with
a laptop PC. The front panel touch screen LCD can also be used for local access.
The Ethernet port provides access to the Web GUI and CLI through Telnet. The USB port provides access to the
CLI, which allows the operator to perform initial setup/troubleshooting when network connectivity is not available or
desired.

4.3.3 Remote Access

The Network Management System (NMS) operator can control and monitor the transmitter remotely through the
Ethernet port and LAN using the Web GUI and/or SNMP interfaces.
To facilitate the remote control of several units, each transmitter may be individually named (16 characters). This
“name” is available on the control interfaces.
4.3.4 Network Parameters

The network parameters need to be configured properly in order to communicate with the transmitter on an IP
network. This is required to access the Web GUI, Telnet (CLI) and SNMP, as well as for upgrading the main
software components.
If the default network settings are not known, they can be found by navigating to Status Display window “e” on the
font panel touch screen LCD.
If the default network settings are known and want to be changed, the user can do so via the Web GUI. See Figure
5-33 Network Parameters Configuration for details.
4.4 Modes of Operation

There are two main parameter groups which determine the operating mode: the HPA Transmitter parameter group
and the Modulator Mode parameter group.
4.4.1 HPA Transmitter Operating Modes

The transmitter supports Broadcast, Standby and Manual operating modes. If the transmitter experiences an AC
power interruption under normal, no fault conditions, the transmitter’s AC power-up algorithm will restore the mode
of operation that was active prior to the AC power interruption, once power is restored.
4.4.1.1 Broadcast Mode

The transmitter normally operates in broadcast mode, allowing it to transmit a broadcast signal and run all
protection loops and ALC. It receives a transport stream signal, or generates an internal test signal and transmits
an OFDM signal for the terrestrial broadcast. In this mode all transmitter functions are automatically maintained by
the system controller.
To operate in broadcast mode, the following conditions must be met for SFN Hierarchical operation:
• The transmitter must be receiving an input signal and be locked to the input stream (if the modulator is in
test mode, the input signal presence is ignored)
• The system must have a GPS signal lock with no alarms (if the modulator is in test mode, the GPS signal
presence is ignored)
• The ALC loop must be running
• There must be no transmitter alarms

To operate in broadcast mode, the following conditions must be met for MFN operation:
• The modulator output must be unmuted (see note)

• The ALC loop must be running
• There must be no HPA alarms
Note: The modulator will generate a COFDM output signal in MFN mode even if certain alarms are present and the
modulator output is unmuted. See Section 9 for a full description of alarms.
4.4.1.2 Standby Mode

In this mode the transmitter output is muted by disabling the HPA DC power supply and muting the modulator
board output. ALC is also turned off.
The operating conditions in Standby Mode are:
• AC power is supplied to the transmitter (modulator and amplifier)

• The HPA DC power supply is disabled
• The HPA TX (DC bias) switch is off
• The HPA RF switch is off
• The modulator output is muted
4.4.1.3 Manual Mode

Manual Mode is used for factory testing and troubleshooting purposes only. It is highly recommended that this
mode is not used by the customer.
4.4.2 Modulator Modes

The modulator supports three modes of operation: MFN, Hierarchical and SFN Hierarchical.
4.4.2.1 MFN Mode

MFN Mode allows the user to configure the transmission (modulation) parameters for a single layer (A) from any of
the transmitter interfaces – see Figure 5-2.
4.4.2.2 Hierarchical Mode

When the modulator is set to Hierarchical Mode, the transmission (modulation) parameters are set by the
multiplexer IIP control configuration information and cannot be changed from any of the modulator interfaces.
Layer A, Layer B and Layer C modulation parameters will be displayed by the modulator.
Note: The multiplexer and modulator must both be synchronized to a 10 MHz reference source to ensure
that the bit rate of each device is identical.

4.4.2.3 SFN Hierarchical Mode

When the modulator is set to SFN Hierarchical Mode, the transmission (modulation) parameters are set by the
multiplexer IIP control configuration information and cannot be changed from any of the modulator interfaces.
Layer A, Layer B and Layer C modulation parameters will be displayed by the modulator – see Figure 5-3.
10 MHz and 1 PPS reference signals are obtained from the internal GPS receiver for timing synchronization with
multiplexer IIP network synchronization information.
The delay parameters used in the SFN Hierarchical mode are:
• SFN Max. delay - specified in the IIP packet

• IIP Delay offset - specified in the IIP packet
• Input Network Delay - this parameter is reported only
• Local Delay Offset - delay set by the user
The final result is: Adjusted SFN Delay = SFN Max. delay + IIP delay + Local Delay offset
4.4.3 Test Modes

The modulator supports three test modes:
• CW Signal
• Null First Symbol: the first symbol of the frame is set to zero. This feature is used to measure the delay
between multiple modulators in SFN Mode.
• Carrier Removal: the operator can select the number of carriers removed from the center of the spectrum.
Note: The Test Mode must be set to ”None” for normal operation.
4.5 Partial Reception

One segment (One-Seg) partial reception uses a dedicated segment, which is positioned as the central segment
among the 13 OFDM segments. By limiting the range of frequency interleaving within the segment, it can be
decoded independently of the other 12 segments. In this mode, one layer (Layer A) is reserved for the single
center segment and must be configured accordingly.
4.6 Modulation
The modulator board converts the ASI input streams into an OFDM waveform and creates a single analog RF
output. The data coding and modulation is in accordance with the ISDB-T/TB standards and can be configured by
the user. The 6 MHz transmission spectrum is divided into 13 OFDM segments.

4.7 ASI Inputs

The DTX 1200U is provided with two serial ASI inputs that accept an ISDB-T/TB multiplex transport stream.
The ASI input can be automatically selected, or assigned by the user. The automatic switching provides near
seamless switching to a secondary transport stream if the primary transport steam source fails.
4.8 RF Output
The RF output covers a frequency range of 470 MHz to 860 MHz in 1 Hz steps. A preconfigured UHF channel grid
with 8 MHz carrier spacing is available, as well as a user configurable channel grid. The carrier bandwidth/channel
spacing is user selectable for manual frequency setting and the user configurable channel grid.
The output power level is adjustable from 40 dBm to 51 dBm in 0.1 dB steps. The user can also set the polarity of
the spectrum to Inverted or Non-inverted as required.
4.9 Windowing (Window Enabled)

The windowing function is a raised cosine window that reduces the modulation sidebands of the COFDM spectrum.
It may be enabled or disabled.
4.10 Adaptive Non-linear Pre-corrector

The transmitter is equipped with an internal adaptive non-linear pre-corrector that has an operating range of
470 MHz to 860 MHz. An additional input is provided for the RF feedback brought from the High Power Amplifier
(HPA) Output.
The Pre-corrector can be enabled or disabled and set to run once or continuously from any of the transmitter
interfaces.
The adaptive pre-corrector compensates for the HPA non-linearities, including AM/AM and AM/PM distorsion,
spectral re-growth and error vector magnitude (EVM). The complex signal processing is done in the RF domain.
This pre-corrector supports a fully adaptive operation: the feedback signal (HPA output) is compared to the
modulator’s RF output signal (HPA input) in order to optimize the correction, which will improve the shoulders of the
RF output.

4.11 Manual Digital Linear and Non-linear Pre-correctors

The modulator is equipped with digital linear and non-linear pre-correctors (pre-distorters) that can significantly
improve the performance of the transmitter. The Pre-corrector function can be switched on and off from the Web
GUI, CLI or front panel.
The non-linear pre-corrector compensates for power amplifier non-linearity and is able to provide a separate
adjustment for the low and high frequency shoulders of the wide channel spectrum. Additionally, the non-linear
pre-corrector may serve as peak limiter in order to control peak to average power ratios. The Linear pre-corrector
compensates for the group delay created by an output filter.
The input-gain of the Pre-corrector can also be used to adjust the power-level of a transmitter.
CAUTION! Adjusting the input-gain of the Pre-corrector and thereby the power-level of the
transmitter must be carried out with the utmost care, since higher than normal
levels may cause damage to the transmitter.
The construction of the Pre-corrector curve is aided by a software application that provides a graphical user
interface to the Pre-corrector curve. Combined with a spectrum analyzer on the transmitter output, a repetitive
process can be carried out to optimize the pre-corrector curve to the actual transmitter.
In addition to being a highly effective tool for creating pre-correction curves, the UBS Corrector GUI has extensive
features for storing and retrieving pre-correction curves to and from the PC storage medium (i.e. hard disk drive).
The UBS Corrector GUI also allows storing and retrieving up to ten linear and non-linear curve presets to and from
the modulator.
The Manual 54427-01-M03 Digital Pre-Corrector GUI Software describes in detail, the operation of the Pre-
corrector.
Note: The Non-Linear Pre-corrector has been factory configured with a -5 dB peak clipping level and set to
ON. The NLP should remain on at all times to maintain a back-off of 12 dB.

Web GUI UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
5 Web GUI Interface
5.1 Introduction
The DTX 1200U transmitter parameters can be reviewed or changed using the Web GUI interface. The Web GUI
is an intuitive interface allowing the user to access the current status and set up the operational parameters. The
Web GUI uses a simple hierarchical menu structure which provides access to the transmitter parameters.
The transmitter needs to be assigned an IP address in order to access the Web GUI. The unit is shipped from the
factory with a default IP address, but the user will need to configure the IP address of each unit for local network
access. The IP address can be accessed and modified from the front panel LCD, the Web GUI or the CLI.
5.2 Access and Navigation
5.2.1 Login
Connect either locally or remotely via the transmitter Ethernet port:
• Open a web browser window (e.g., Internet Explorer window) and enter the transmitter IP address. For
example: http://172.20.25.80/
• The first menu page is the transmitter login page.
• The default password for normal access is “admin”
Figure 5-1 Login Page

Once the user successfully logs in, the main status page is displayed.
5.2.2 Main Status Page

The main (Global) status page provides general information about parameter settings and alarm status. The drop
down menus, located at the top of the page, provide links to other pages that control various parameters and alarm
functions.
Figure 5-2 Transmitter Global Status (MFN Mode)

Figure 5-3 Transmitter Global Status (SFN Hierarchical Mode)

5.2.3 GUI Navigation and Structure

The main status page (see Figure 5-2 and Figure 5-3 above) demonstrates the hierarchical structure of the web
interface. Along the top of the screen are a row of five icons with drop down menus. The five menu categories are:
1) Status – Shows the current operating status of the transmitter
2) Config – Provides access to change the transmitter operating parameters
3) Alarms – Alarm status and settings and log information
4) NMS Users – Set users log in authorization, passwords and other information
5) System Parameters – Set access control, network and SNMP parameters. Also used for system reset and
software upgrades
The menu tree for the Web GUI is listed below.
Status Config Alarms NMS Users System Parameters
Global Status HPA Transmitter Alarm Properties User Properties Identification

GPS Status Modulator Mode Clear Logs Access Control
Satellite Receiver Transmission Alarm Status Network Parameters
HPA Status Input SNMP Parameters
Adaptive Output System Time

Pre-Corrector
Non-linear Heartbeat Time
Precorrector
Linear System Reset
Precorrector
Adaptive User Configuration
Precorrector
Manual HPA Download Config
Control File(s)
Site Upgrade and Files
Upload
GPS List Uploaded Files
Satellite Receiver
Table 5-1 Web GUI Menu Structure

5.2.4 Changing Parameters

Before changes to system parameters are accepted the user must first click the submit button. The example below
has the user clearing the alarm log in the Clear Log screen.
Figure 5-4 Example of Submitting a Parameter Change
Once the user has selected “Yes” for the Clear Log pull down box, the user will then need to click Submit. At that
time a small green box will appear at the bottom of screen confirming the change.
5.3 Status Menu

The Status menu contains the following drop-down items –see Figure 5-5 below:
• Global Status
• GPS Status
• Satellite Receiver
• HPA Status
• Adaptive Pre-corrector
Figure 5-5 Status Menu Selection

5.3.1 Global Status

The Global Status page appears upon login and summarizes the current system configuration and overall system
status. The list of parameters will change dynamically as the transmitter mode (MFN, Hierarchical or SFN
Hierarchical) is changed. See Figure 5-2 and Figure 5-3 for details.
• Versions and Serial Numbers: Indicates the software and firmware version number for each of the main
software components of the modulator.
• Mode: Indicates the modulator mode of operation: MFN (multiple frequency network), Hierarchical or SFN
Hierarchical (single frequency network) as well as the Test Mode.
• Transmission - Global: Indicates the IIP PID, IFFT mode, Guard Interval and whether Partial reception is
enabled. This section also includes the SFN Maximum Delay, Local Delay Offset, IIP Delay Offset and the
adjusted SFN Maximum Delay. The set of transmission parameters will be different for each modulator
mode of operation.
• Transmission – Layers A, B and C: Displays the main parameters for each layer including Number of
segments, Code Rate, Constellation and Interleave Length. The ideal Data Rate for each layer is also
displayed.
• Input: Indicates the Selected Input (Auto in this case), Input Status (locked or unlocked) and the status of
the 10 MHz and 1PPS Reference inputs.
• Output: Indicates the manual Mute setting (ON or OFF), the Spectrum Inversion (ON or OFF), the Output
Power Level, Output Frequency, Window Enable setting (ON or OFF) and the Board Temperature. The
mute status (Muted or Unmuted) can be automatically muted even if the mute mode is set to unmuted.
This will be the result of an active alarm.
• Pre-corrector: Indicates the status of the Linear and Non-linear Pre-correctors.
• Network: Indicates the modulator IP Addresses, Default Gateway and the Management Netmask.
• Ethernet Interface Status: Indicates the link status and speed.
• User Configuration: Indicates the address assigned to the RS232 port for Machine-to-Machine
communication.
• Alarms: Shows the number of active alarms

5.3.2 GPS Status

The GPS Status page provides access to GPS receiver information including the lock status and the number of
visible satellites, as well as the exact location and time.
Figure 5-6 GPS Status
5.3.2.1 Satellite Receiver Status

The Satellite Receiver page displays the Satellite Receiver Signal Level, SNR and Status.
Figure 5-7 Satellite Receiver Status

5.3.3 HPA Status

The HPA Status page provides access to HPA information including the HPA TX Mode (Broadcast or Standby),
Forward and Reflected power levels, sub-module status as well as sub-module DC voltage and current values.
Figure 5-8 HPA Status

5.3.4 Adaptive Pre-corrector Status

The Adaptive Pre-corrector Status page summarizes the active status of the Adaptive Pre-corrector as well as its
configuration including input, feedback and attenuation levels.
The Adaptive Pre-corrector page will display the following:
• AP Output Mode – indicates whether the Adaptive Pre-corrector is Enabled or Disabled.
• AP Status Mode – if Signal Search is present and the AP Output mode is set to Enabled, the Adaptive
Pre-corrector is trying to find the signal. It will maintain this state if the RF Feedback signal is not present
or its level is too low. If Processing is present the Adaptive Pre-corrector has found the signal and is in the
process of finding optimal adaptation coefficients. If Correction is present, the Adaptive Pre-corrector has
found optimal adaptation coefficients.
• AP Input Power – indicates the measured input power level if the AP Status Mode is displayed as
Correction. Otherwise, the value is -55 dBm.
• AP Feedback Power – indicates the measured is feedback power level if the AP Status Mode is
displayed as Correction. Otherwise, the value is -55 dBm.
• AP Feedback Power Target – indicates the optimal AP Feedback Power level after the internal step
attenuator. The parameter is factory configured to -15 dBm.
• AP Feedback Attenuation Value – indicates the current step attenuator attenuation value.
• AP Feedback Attenuation Mode – indicates the step attenuator control mode, which is factory configured
to Auto.
• Adaptation State Running – indicates that the adaptation process is Running continuously or the
adaptation coefficients are Frozen. The adaptation coefficients may not be optimal if for some reason the
centre frequency or signal level are changed and the adaptation state is set to Frozen.
Figure 5-9 Adaptive Pre-corrector Status

5.4 Config Menu

The Config menu provides access to the transmitter operating parameters. The operating parameters and their
range of values or settings are also accessible through the CLI interface and Front Panel interface.
The Config menu contains the following drop down items (also see figure below):
• HPA Transmitter
• Modulator Mode
• Transmission
• Input
• Output
• Non-Linear Precorrector
• Linear Precorrector
• Adaptive Precorrector
• Manual HPA Control
• Site
• GPS
• Satallite Receiver
Figure 5-10 Config Menu Selection

5.4.1 HPA Transmitter

The HPA Transmitter page contains a drop down menu that allows the user to set the transmitter to one of the
following modes:
• Broadcast
• Standby
• Manual
Broadcast mode represents normal operation. Standby mode disables the transmitter output. In Manual mode the
HPA behaves as a simple amplifier and the modulator control of the HPA output is limited to setting the input drive
level to the HPA.
The transmitter output power target can be set to a value between 40 dBm and 51.5 dBm.
Figure 5-11 HPA Transmitter Configuration
The available parameters are:
Item Option
HPA TX Mode Broadcast, Standby, Manual
Tx Pwr. target 40.0 to 51.5 dBm
Table 5-2 HPA Transmitter Parameters

5.4.2 Modulator Mode

The Modulator Mode page allows the users to select the Modulator Mode and the Test Mode. When the Test Mode
“Carrier Removal” option has been selected, the user may select the number of carriers removed.
Figure 5-12 Modulator Mode Configuration
Item Option
Mode MFN, Hierarchical, SFN Hierarchical
Test Mode None, CW, Null First Symbol, Carrier Removal
Carriers Removed Range: 100 .. 800
Table 5-3 Modulator Mode Parameters
Note: The Test Mode must be set to ”None” for normal operation.

5.4.3 Transmission
The set of Transmission parameters are used to configure the transmitter modulation parameters. The list of
Transmission (modulation) parameters will dynamically change, depending on the Modulator Mode selected: MFN,
Hierarchical or SFN Hierarchical.
In SFN Hierarchical mode, a network of transmitters operating at the same frequency are all synchronized using
special timing packets embedded in the input transport stream as well as GPS timing information.
Figure 5-13 Transmission Configuration (MFN Mode)
The available parameters in MFN Mode are:
Item Selection
IIP Pid Range: 0 .. 8191
Partial Reception OFF, ON
IIFT Mode1(2k), Mode2(4k), Mode3(8k)
Guard Interval 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4
Num Segments A Range: 1 .. 13
Interleave Length A ByPass, (4,2,1), (8,4,2), (16,8,4)
Coderate A 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Constellation A DQPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
Table 5-4 Transmission Parameters (MFN Mode)

Figure 5-14 Transmission Parameters (Hierarchical Mode)
Figure 5-15 Transmission Parameters (SFN Hierarchical Mode)
Item Option
IIP Pid Range: 0 .. 8191
Equipment ID Range: 0 .. 4095
Local DelayOffset Range: -500000.0 .. 500000.0 usec
Table 5-5 Transmission Parameters (SFN Hierarchical Mode)

5.4.4 Input
The Input page allows the user to configure the modulator input for a specific input type.
Figure 5-16 Input Configuration
Item Selection
Selected Input A, B, Auto
Table 5-6 Input Parameters

5.4.5 Output
The Output page allows the user to Mute the modulator output, set the Spectrum Inversion, enable or disable the
Windowing and modify the RF Power Level and RF Output Frequency.
Figure 5-17 Output Configuration
Item Selection
Mute ON/OFF OFF, ON
Spectrum Inversion OFF, ON
Window Enable OFF, ON
RF Power Level Range: -10.0 to 0.0 dBm
RF Output Frequency Range: 470000000 .. 860000000 Hz
Table 5-7 Output Parameters

5.4.6 Non-linear Pre-corrector Screen

This screen allows the user to select the NLP (Non-Linear pre-corrector) Profile state and profile.
Note: The Non-Linear Pre-corrector has been factory configured with a -5 dB peak clipping level and set to
ON. The NLP should remain on at all times to maintain a back-off of 12 dB.
Figure 5-18 Non-linear Pre-corrector Configuration
Item Selection
NLP State ON/OFF
NLP Profile A selection of different NLP profile files
Table 5-8 Non-linear Pre-corrector Parameters

5.4.7 Linear Precorrector

This screen allows the user to select the LP (Linear pre-corrector) State and profile.
Figure 5-19 Linear Pre-corrector Configuration
Item Selection
LP State OFF, ON
LP Profile A selection of different LP profile files
Table 5-9 Linear Pre-corrector Parameters

5.4.8 Adaptive Pre-corrector

The operator has the ability to Enable or Disable the Adaptive Pre-corrector from this page and set the Adaptation
State to Running or Frozen. The Adaptive Pre-correction can be Enabled or Disabled while the transmitter is in
Broadcast mode.
When the AP Output Mode is Enabled, the calculated adaptation coefficients will be applied, thus the Pre-correction
will be on. Setting the AP Output Mode to Disabled will turn off the Pre-correction.
When the Adaptation State is Running, the adaptation coefficients will be optimized constantly. When the
Adaptation State is Frozen, the adaptation coefficients will not be optimized constantly, but the Pre-correction can
still be Enabled.
When the Adaptive Pre-corrector is Enabled for the first time, the Adaptation State must be set to Running so that
the adaptation coefficients can be calculated. Once the coefficients have been captured, the Adaptation State can
be set to Frozen. If the transmission parameters are modified, the Adaptation State should be run so that the
adaptation coefficients can be optimized, relative to the new settings.
Note: If the transmitter is power cycled, the Adaptation State will be set to “Running” upon power-up, regardless of
the state prior to the power being turned off. This will ensure that the coefficients are re-calculated when power is
restored. The Adaptive Pre-corrector Status page will display the Adaptation State as “Running”, while the
Adaptive Pre-corrector configuration page will display the Adaptation State (Running or Frozen) selected prior to
the power being turned off. It is possible for the Adaptation State to be “Running”, with the Adaptive Pre-corrector
page displaying the Adaptation State as “Frozen”.
Figure 5-20 Adaptive Pre-corrector Configuration
Item Selection
AP Output Mode Enabled/Disabled
Adaptation State Running, Frozen
Table 5-10 Adaptive Pre-corrector Parameters

5.4.9 Manual HPA Control

The Manual HPA Control page is only relevant for transmitter servicing and is not required for normal operations.
Figure 5-21 Manual HPA Control
Item Selection
HPA Power Supply ON/OFF ON/OFF
HPA DC ON/OFF ON/OFF
HPA RF Output ON/OFF ON/OFF
HPA Broadcast UPC Level Range: -10 to 0 dBm
(dBm)
Table 5-11 Manual HPA Control Parameters

5.4.10 Site
The Site page allows the user to add information identifying the site, including the name of the site, address,
contact information, etc. Each item is limited to 35 alphanumeric parameters.
Figure 5-22 Site Configuration
Item Option
System Description up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Contact Information up to 35 alphanumeric characters
System Location up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Site Address Line 1 up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Site Notes up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Table 5-12 Site Parameters

5.4.11 GPS
The most important parameter for the GPS page is the Max GPS Holdover Time parameter. Following a loss of
signal lock to the GPS satellite network, the Max GPS Holdover time is the maximum length of time the system will
continue to operate in a free-running mode before an alarm is issued leading to a possible transmitter shutdown
condition. It is imperative for a SFN network for all transmitters to be synchronized to GPS at all times.
Figure 5-23 GPS Configuration
Item Selection
Max GPS Holdover Time, min Range: 0 to 65535 minutes (Recommended: 180 min)
Update System Clock From Yes/No
GPS
System Timezone -11 to 11 hours
Table 5-13 GPS Parameters

5.4.12 Satellite Receiver

The Satellite Receiver page allows the user to set the Satellite Receiver Standard, LNB Polarization, Band,
Frequency and Symbol Rate. The Satellite Receiver must be configured correctly so that it can lock onto the input
signal and begin signal processing.
Figure 5-24 Satellite Receiver Configuration
Item Selection
DVBS Standard DVBS1, DVBS2
Polarization Horizontal, Vertical
Band Low, High
This sets the LNB Ku Band frequency.

Frequency Range: 950.000 .. 2150.000 MHz
Symbol Rate Range: 1000000 .. 45000000 SPS
Table 5-14 Satellite Receiver Parameters

5.5 Alarms Menu

The Alarms menu contains the following drop-down items:
• Alarm Properties
• Clear Logs
• Alarm Status
The Alarms menu allows the user to set the properties of each alarm including system actions, and allows the user
to view alarm and event logs.
Figure 5-25 Alarms Menu Selection
5.5.1 Clear Logs

The alarm logs can be cleared by setting the Clear Log pull down box to ”Yes” and selecting Submit.
Figure 5-26 Clear Logs Screen

5.5.2 Alarm Properties

The alarm properties page is shown in Figure 5-27. The first item in the Alarm Properties page is the Alarm Index.
The Alarm Index box has a pull-down menu permitting the user to select a specific alarm from the list below. This
permits the user to select a specific alarm for configuration. For a description of each alarm see Section 9.
Modulator Restarted Satellite Comm Error

Heartbeat Satellite Receiver Fault
HPA TX Rfl. Pwr. Fault Satellite Unlocked
HPA TX Fwr. Pwr. Fault Satellite Power Fault
HPA TX Inp. Pwr. Fault Satellite Overload
HPA Temperature Fault AP RF Input Low
HPA Temperature Warning AP RF Feedback Low
HPA PA Voltage Fault AP No Correction
HPA PA Current Fault AP HPA FB Out of Range
HPA PA Bias Voltage Fault No Input Data
HPA Driver Voltage Fault 10 MHz Reference Loss
HPA Pre-Driver Voltage Fault 1PPS Reference Loss
HPA Shutdown Fault IIP Packet Loss
HPA Comm. Fault Data Input Too High
GPS Antenna Undercurrent Up Converter Unlock
GPS Antenna Overcurrent Input Bitrate Is Out Of Limit
GPS Quality Low Up Converter Communication Error
GPS Comm Error
Table 5-15 Transmitter Alarms

Figure 5-27 Alarm Properties Configuration
For each alarm the user can set the following:
Item Selection
Trap notification on Alarm OFF, ON
Set as ON/OFF to control if an alarm will produce a SNMP trap

notification.
Integration Time Range: 0 .. 360 sec
Length of time an alarm condition is present before the alarm is

declared.
Mute IF on Alarm OFF, ON
Set to control whether the transmitter output is muted for this alarm
Relay on Alarm OFF, ON
Set to control whether the alarm relay is activated with this alarm.
Second Relay on Alarm OFF, ON
Set to control whether the second alarm relay is activated with this
alarm.
Table 5-16 Alarm Properties
Each active alarm can be set to send an SNMP trap, mute the modulator output, as well as trigger one or both
alarm relays, if desired. The integration time can also be set from this window.

5.5.3 Alarm Status

The Alarm Status page includes a list of current alarms, the alarm log and detailed information on the current
settings for each configurable modulator alarm.
Figure 5-28 Alarm Status Page

5.6 NMS Users Menu

The NMS Users menu includes the User Properties menu. The NMS Users menu sets the parameters required for
an individual user to establish communications with transmitter via the SNMP Network Management System
(NMS). From the User Properties menu, each NMS user can be configured with a user name, password,
Cryptographic Hash Function authentication type (SHA, MD5, none) and Data Encryption mode (DES, AES, none)
plus encryption password.
Figure 5-29 NMS User Properties Configuration
For each user, the following authorization parameters can be set:
Item Selection
Username up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Authorization Type Disabled, MD5, SHA
“Cryptographic Hash Function”

Auth. Password up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Priv Type Disabled, DES, AES
“Data Encryption”
Priv. Password up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Table 5-17 NMS User Parameters

5.7 System Parameters Menu

The System Parameters menu displays the modulator access control, network and SNMP parameters. It is also
used for system reset and upgrades.
The System Parameters menu contains the following drop-down menu items:
• Identification
• Access Control
• Network Parameters
• SNMP Parameters
• System Time
• Heartbeat Time
• System Reset
• Download Config Files(s)
• Upgrade and Files Upload
• List Uploaded Files
Figure 5-30 System Parameters Menu Selection

5.7.1 Identification
The Identification page allows the user to add the following site identifiers:
Item Option
Site Name up to 35 alphanumeric characters
Site ID up to 15 alphanumeric characters
Table 5-18 Identification Parameters
Figure 5-31 Identification Configuration
5.7.2 Access Control

The Access Control page allows the user to set a password for the Web GUI interface.
Item Option
Web Password up to 14 alphanumeric characters
Table 5-19 Access Control Parameters
Figure 5-32 Access Control Configuration

5.7.3 Network Parameters

The Network Parameters page allows the user to set the network parameters for the modulator.
Item Option
Management IP Standard IP address e.g., 172.20.22.73
Management Netmask Standard netmask field e.g., 255.255.0.0
Default Gateway Standard IP address e.g., 172.20.1.1
Table 5-20 Network Parameters
Figure 5-33 Network Parameters Configuration

5.7.4 SNMP Parameters

The SNMP Parameters page allows the user to configure the SNMP interface for the modulator.
Item Option
SNMP Traps On/Off ON/OFF
SNMP Trap Server IP Address Standard IP address e.g., 172.20.1.145
Table 5-21 SNMP Parameters
Figure 5-34 SNMP Parameters Configuration

5.7.5 System Time

The System Time page allows the user to set the system time.
Item Option
Year Range: 1900 .. 3000
Month Range: 1 .. 12
Day Range: 1 .. 31
Hour Range: 0 .. 23
Minute Range: 0 .. 59
Second Range: 0 .. 59
Table 5-22 System Time Parameters
Figure 5-35 System Time Configuration

5.7.6 Heartbeat Time

The transmitter has the capability to periodically send “Heartbeat” alarms and traps in order to show that it is still
operating and that communication is still active. The user can set the Heartbeat Hours Start, Heartbeat Minute
Start and repetition frequency for the heartbeat (Heartbeat Pace).
Item Option
Heartbeat Hour Start Range: 0 .. 24
Heartbeat Minute Start Range: 0 .. 60
Heartbeat Pace Range: 0 .. 99999999
Table 5-23 Heartbeat Time Parameters
Figure 5-36 Heartbeat Time Configuration

5.7.7 System Reset

The transmitter can be reset by setting the Modulator Reset pull down box to ”On” and selecting Submit.
Figure 5-37 System Reset
5.7.8 User Configuration

The User Configuration page allows the user to specify the address of the RS485 port used for machine-to-
machine communication. This value should not be changed as the modulator is factory configured to communicate
with the HPA.
Figure 5-38 User Configuration

5.7.9 Download Config File(s)

By clicking on the Download Config File(s) box, the user can download the Modulator Parameter file. Once the
parameter/file is selected, an operating system pop-up window will prompt the user to save the file on their system.
There are 3 different pop-up windows for Status, Config, and Modulator Parameter files.
Figure 5-39 Download Selection
Figure 5-40 Download Pop-Up

5.7.10 Upgrade and Files Upload

The Upgrade and Files Upload page allows the user to upgrade system software components such as:
• Modulator FPGA
• Modulator Application (Linux Kernel included)
• Up-converter Software
The first step in the upgrade process is the selection of the proper upgrade file using the “Browse” button – see
Figure 5-41. Once the file is selected, click on “Start Download” to initiate the upgrade process.
Please note that the Web server is a single threaded server which only allows one connection at a time. Therefore
if the upgrade is performed via a phone line, the file transfer can take 10 minutes depending on the connection
speed and file size. The contents of the pop-up dialog will be blank. It will only start showing the upgrade
information when the file is completely transferred.
The upgrade file contains all the information required to define the component which is being upgraded.
Figure 5-41 Software Upgrade
As the upgrade starts a pop-up dialog will appear with the current upgrade process information.
Figure 5-42 Upgrade Begin Pop-Up

Once the upgrade is complete the pop up dialog will display a corresponding message.
Figure 5-43 Upgrade Complete Pop-Up
5.7.11 List Uploaded Files

The List Uploaded Files page provides a list of uploaded files on the modulator.
Figure 5-44 List Uploaded Files

CLI UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
6 CLI (Command Line Interface)
6.1 Introduction
The DTX 1200U transmitter can be controlled and monitored from the Command Line Interface (CLI) in addition to
the Web GUI.
The CLI is accessible from the USB port via a HyperTerminal session or from the Ethernet port via Telnet or
HyperTerminal sessions.
6.2 Using the USB Port to Access the CLI

The transmitter must be connected to a laptop PC using a USB-to-USB cable. The cable will require a USB Type B
connector to mate with the transmitter USB port, while the other connector has to mate with the laptop PC USB
port.
Open a HyperTerminal (or HyperACCESS depending on the operating system) session on the laptop PC and set
the parameters as shown below.
Figure 6-1 Com Settings

6.3 Using the Ethernet Port to Access the CLI

The transmitter can be connected directly to a laptop PC or through a hub/switch using an RJ-45 straight-through
cable.
The transmitter and laptop PC must be configured to be on the same IP network so that a connection can be
established.
A Telnet client can be opened from the “Start/Run” button on the laptop PC. Enter the IP address assigned to the
transmitter followed by the number 26 – see below.
Figure 6-2 Starting the Telnet Session
A HyperTerminal session can also be used to access the CLI through the Ethernet port – see Figure 6-1 Com
Settings
6.4 CLI Login Procedure

1. Once the connection has been established, press enter to get to the login prompt.
2. Enter the password and press enter. Note: The password is “admin” by default, but can be changed
through the Web GUI, CLI or SNMP.
3. After the password has been verified, the main menu will appear.
Figure 6-3 Telnet Login Prompt

6.5 CLI Menu System

The CLI contains a three level menu system where system parameters can be viewed and changed.
6.5.1 Navigation
Each menu has been assigned a numeric value for navigation purposes. To navigate through the CLI menu
system, enter the number assigned to the desired menu. Depending on the menu accessed, the user may have
the option to enter a sub-menu, or change a system parameter.
The following menu prompts are available for navigation and for changing system parameters:
• Enter Selection – allows the user to change menus or exit the CLI
• Enter New Value – allows the user to change a system parameter
At the “Enter Selection” prompt, the user may also use the following keys to navigate or exit the CLI menu system:
• r – return to the previous menu

• e – exit the CLI
If the user accesses the “Enter New Value” prompt by mistake or decides that they do not want to change a
parameter, the prompt can be exited without making a parameter change. Simply clear all alphanumeric
parameters and press enter. See the following example below:
Current Value: Broadcast

Range :
0. Broadcast
1. Manual
2. Standby
Enter New value:
No Changes
6.5.2 Parameter Values

In some cases, such as entering the Guard Interval or Coderate, the selectable parameters have been assigned a
numeric value. This allows the user to change the parameter by simply entering the number assigned to a different
parameter.
In other cases, such as entering the modulator IP address or Site Information, the user can enter a range of
alphanumeric characters.
All parameter changes are made at the “Enter New Value” prompt.

6.5.3 Menu Tree

The CLI Menu tree is listed below with a total of 3 levels.
Main Menu:
1. Status
2. Config
3. Alarms
4. NMS Users
5. System Parameters
6. Display Alarms
7. Firmware Upgrade
r. Return to previous menu
e. Exit CLI
Enter selection:
6.5.3.1 Status Menu

Status:
1. Global Status
2. GPS Status
3. Satellite Receiver
4. Adaptive Precorrector
e. Exit CLI
Enter selection :
<Global Status> submenu

This sub-menu will display a complete list of transmitter status parameters, similar to Figure 5-2 and Figure 5-3.
<GPS Status> submenu

This sub-menu will display the GPS status, similar to Figure 5-6.
<Adaptive Precorrector> submenu

This sub-menu will display the Adaptive Precorrector status, similar to Figure 5-9.

6.5.3.2 Config Menu

The Config menu allows the user to access a number of sub-menus used to edit the modulation and RF
parameters.
Please refer to Section 9 Transmitter Parameters for the Config Menu structure and parameter values.
Config:
1. HPA Transmitter
2. Modulator Mode
3. Transmission
4. Input
5. Output
6. Non-Linear Precorrector
7. Linear Precorrector
8. Adaptive Precorrector
9. Manual HPA Control
10. Site
11. GPS
12. Satellite Receiver
e. Exit CLI
Enter selection :
6.5.3.3 Alarms Menu

The Alarms menu allows the user to access a number of sub-menus used to view and edit the transmitter alarm
settings.
Please refer to Section 9 Transmitter Parameters for the Alarms Menu structure and parameter values.
Alarms:
1. Alarm Properties
2. Clear Logs
e. Exit CLI
Enter selection :

6.5.3.4 NMS Users Menu

The NMS Users menu sets the parameters required for an individual user to establish communications with the
modulator via a SNMP Network Management System (NMS). From the User Properties menu, each NMS user can
be configured with a user name, password, Cryptographic Hash Function authentication type (SHA, MD5, none)
and Data Encryption mode (DES, AES, none) plus encryption password.
Please refer to Section 9 Transmitter Parameters for the NMS Users Menu structure and parameter values.
NMS Users:
1. Alarm Properties
2. Clear Logs
e. Exit CLI
Enter selection :
6.5.3.5 System Parameters Sub-menu

The System Parameters menu displays the modulator access control, network and SNMP parameters. It is also
used for system reset and upgrades.
Please refer to Section 9 Transmitter Parameters for the System Parameters Menu structure and parameter values.
System Parameters:
1. Identification
2. Access Control
3. Network Parameters
4. SNMP Parameters
5. System Time
6. Heartbeat Time
7. System Reset
8. User Configuration
e. Exit CLI
Enter selection:
6.5.3.6 Display Alarms

This selection will display all the alarms currently active. If there are no active alarms, the system will return to the
previous menu.
6.5.3.7 Firmware Upgrade

This Sub-menu allows the user to enter a URL address from which the transmitter can obtain a firmware upgrade.
Enter URL:

Front Panel Interface UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
7 Front Panel Interface
7.1 Introduction
The front panel touch screen LCD system includes both Status Displays where important parameters are
prominently displayed and the three-level Config Menu system where system parameters can be configured.
The display has sections: the Status Indicators, the Status Display and the Navigational Controls (virtual buttons).
A picture of the touch screen LCD is shown below.
Figure 7-1 Transmitter Touch Screen LCD
The transmitter touch screen LCD offers the same access as the Web GUI (normal access level only) with the
obvious exception of files download, file listing and system upgrade utilities of the Web GUI (Sections 5.7.9 to
5.7.11).
7.2 Status Indicators

The front panel touch screen LCD includes three (3) status indicators.
7.2.1 Power
The Power indicator will turn green when the modulator touch screen LCD becomes active (75 seconds after start
up).
7.2.2 Alarm
The Alarm indicator will turn red when any of the alarm conditions are active.
7.2.3 Unlocked
The Unlocked indicator will turn red when the transmitter modulator board fails to synchronize to the incoming
transport stream.

7.3 Controls
7.3.1 Navigation
Navigation between menu items makes use of the five “virtual” buttons on the front panel display:
e (left)
f (right)
c (up)
d (down)
(enter)
Use the left e, right f, up c and ddown buttons to navigate between different sub-menus or within a menu. The
enter button is useful for saving parameters and to navigate between the Status Displays and the Config Menu.
The lowest level of any particular Config menu produces a window that displays the available parameter list; the
selected value is shown in square brackets.
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Spectrum Inversion = ON
[ON] OFF
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7.3.2 Entering Alphanumric Parameters

In some cases, such as entering the RF Output Frequency, the user can set each character in the sequence using
the up c, and ddown buttons and using the left e or right f buttons to move to the next character in the field.
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RF Output Frequency = 474000000
0474000000 [47000000…860000000]
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(the character 0 alternates between ‘0’ and ‘_’ at approximately 2 Hz)
7.3.3 Saving Characters

To save changes to a menu item press the enter button. The following display will appear:
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Save = EXECUTE, Cancel = other keys
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Press the enter button again to save the change or any other button to cancel. After a short period of time with
no input the operation is cancelled automatically and the display reverts to the menu directly above the menu just
visited.

7.4 Transmitter Boot-up

When the transmitter is powered on, the touch screen LCD will also turn on. Initially, the status/alarm indicators
and the navigation buttons will be visible with the status display area left blank. At this point in time there is no user
interaction. The touch screen LCD MAC Address will also be visible.
After 60 seconds, the touch screen LCD IP Address will be visible. After 75 seconds, the Power indicator will turn
on and the status display area will become active.
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ISDBT Modulator
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DTX 1200U
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When the boot-up is complete (after 90 seconds) the user will see the default status display, which is screen d of
the Status Display set:
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Alarms: 2 alarm
GPS Quality Low d
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Note the flashing letter b that appears in the lower right hand corner. If there is no activity for a period of several
minutes the modulator will automatically revert to this status display.
7.5 Status Displays

Each of the nine status windows is identified with a flashing character (’a’ through to ’h’) in the lower right hand
corner of the display. This identifier is always retained with its status window and flashes at approximately 1 Hz to
indicate that the device is running. The information in the status display window(s) is updated approximately every
½ sec.
To navigate between status displays, use the up c or down d buttons. The nine main status displays are:
Status Display a: Transmission Status

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Transmission Mode: MFN
a
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Status Display b: Input Status

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Input Input Status:. Locked
b
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Status Display c: Software Versions

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ISDBT FPGA: 3432 CPLD: 25
Kern: 3019 Soft: 1835 c
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Status Display d: Alarms Status

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Alarms: 2 alarm
GPS Quality Low d
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Status Display e: Network Management

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Management IP: 172.20.27.153
Management Netmask: 255.255.0.0 e
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Status Display f: IF Status
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Mute Stat: unmuted IF Out: 44000000
f
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Status Display g: RF Status

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RF Freq: 569142000 RF Lev: -5.0
Freq. Ch.: CH0 N/A g
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Status Display h: Output Status

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TX Fwd. Pwr (dBm): 50.7
TX Rfl. Pwr (dBm): 33.3 h
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7.6 Specific Config Menu

To access a specific Config Menu from a Status Display window, the enter button must be pressed.
7.7 General Config Menu Displays

From any of the Status Display windows, the user can navigate to the General Config menu system. From any
status screen press the right f button on the front panel. The following display will appear:
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Entering the GENERAL Config. Menu
Press EXECUTE to Continue...
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Press the enter button to enter the General Config Menu. A 10 second time-out or pressing any other button
will take the user back to the previous display if they do not want to enter the General Config menu system.
To return to the Status Display menu system, press the up c button on the front panel interface. The user may
need to press the up c button multiple times depending on how deep they are located in the sub-menu chain.
The start point in the Config Menu is
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ISDBT Transmitter
<CONFIG> Alarms NMS Users System Pa...
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The full list of the level 1 menu items are:
• Config
• Alarms
• NMS Users
• System Parameters
There are a total of 3 menu levels in the Config Menu chain. Use the left e and right f buttons to navigate
between different sub-menu items. Use the down d button to enter a sub-menu or the up c button to return to a
higher level.
7.8 General Config Menu Tree

The Generic Configuration Menu tree can be found in Section 9 Transmitter Parameters.
In some cases there is a shortcut to reach a specific menu directly from a specific Status Display by pressing the
enter . The place where such a shortcut exists is denoted by a bracketed letter (e.g., [f]) to represent the
Status Display.

SNMP UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
8 SNMP
The DTX 1200U transmitter supports a SNMP interface for remote management of the unit via a SNMP Network
Management System (NMS). Refer to sections 5.7.4 SNMP Parameters and 5.6 NMS Users Menu on how to use
the Web GUI to configure the SNMP interface and set up a NMS user account.
Once the SNMP interface is established it is possible to use standard SNMP Network Managers (e.g., SNMPc, HP
OpenView etc.) or a custom SNMP Network Manager for SNMP access. SNMP Traps can be emitted for each of
the possible transmitter alarms. The required Management Information Base (MIB) file for the transmitter SNMP
interface can be included on the manual CD delivered with the unit and is available upon request.
The SNMP parameters list is nearly identical to those used in the Web GUI and CLI. The exceptions are the
controls for creating a NMS User account and the management of transmitter configuration files for backup or
software upgrades. This set of functions is purely local to each unit and is not suitable for SNMP global access. Of
course, these functions are still accessible for remote access via the system web interface or CLI interface.
Below is the menu tree for the web interface. The items enclosed in a grey box are excluded from the SNMP
interface. All other menu items are accessible via SNMP.
Status Config Alarms NMS Users System

Parameters
Æ Æ Æ Æ Æ
Global Status HPA Transmitter Alarm Properties User Properties Identification
GPS Status Modulator Mode Clear Logs Access Control
Satellite Receiver Transmission Alarm Status Network
Parameters
HPA Status Input SNMP
Parameters
Adaptive Output System Time
Precorrector
Non-linear Heartbeat Time
Pre-corrector
Linear System Reset
Pre-corrector
Adaptive User
Pre-corrector Configuration
Manual HPA Download Config
Control File(s)
Site Upgrade and Files
Upload
GPS List Uploaded
Files
Satellite Receiver
Figure 8-1 Parameter Menu Items Available via SNMP

Transmitter Parameters UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
9 Transmitter Parameters
The ISDB-T/TB parameter table lists the menus items and associated parameters available from the modulator
interfaces. The main menu (or top level) items are capitalized and bolded. The subsequent sub-menus (Level 1
and Level 2) are listed below.
The numbered menu items and parameters are a reflection of the numbers the user will see when accessing the
modulator CLI.
In some cases, a bracketed letter (e.g., [f]) is seen next to, or below a menu item. This denotes the place where a
Status Display Window shortcut exists.
2. CONFIG
Level 1 Level 2 Parameter Selection Notes
1. HPA Transmitter 1. HPA TX Mode 0. Broadcast
1. Manual
2. Standby
2. Tx Pwr. Target Range: 40.0 .. 51.5 dBm
2. Modulator Mode 1. Mode 0. MFN
1. Hierarchical
2. SFN Hierarchical
2. Test Mode 0. None Test Mode
1. CW must be set to
2. Null First Symbol “None” for
3. Carrier Removal normal
operation
3. Carriers Removed Range: 100 .. 800
3. Transmission 1. IIP Pid Range: 0 .. 8191
[a] 2. Partial Reception 0. OFF
1. ON
3. IIFT 0. Mode1 (2k)
1. Mode2 (4k)
2. Mode3 (8k)
4. Guard Interval 0. 1/32
1. 1/16
2. 1/8
3. 1/4
5. Num Segments A Range: 1 .. 13 MFN Mode
6. Interleave Length A 0. Bypass
1. 4,2,1
2. 8,4,2
3. 16,8,4
7. Coderate A 0. 1/2
1. 2/3
2. 3/4
3. 5/6
4. 7/8


3. Transmission 8. Constellation A 0. DQPSK
[a] 1. QPSK
MFN Mode
2. 16QAM
3. 64QAM
3. Transmission 1. IIP Pid Range: 0 .. 8191 Hierarchical
[a] 2. Equipment ID Range: 0 .. 4095 Mode
3. Transmission 1. IIP Pid Range: 0 .. 8191 SFN
[a] 2. Equipment ID Range: 0 .. 39 Hierarchical
3. Local Delay Offset Range: -500000 .. 500000 Mode
4. Input 3. Input 0. ASI A
[b] 1. ASI B
2. Auto
5. Output 1. Mute ON/OFF 0. OFF
[c] 1. ON
2. Spectrum Inversion 0. OFF
1. ON
3. Window Enable 0. OFF
1. ON
4. RF Power Level Range: -10.0 to 0.0
5. RF Output Frequency Range: 470000000 ..
860000000
6. Non-linear 1. NLP State 0. OFF
Precorrector 1. ON
2. NLP Profile 0 .. 9
7. Linear Precorrector 1. LP State 0. OFF
1. ON
2. LP Profile 0 .. 9
8. Adaptive 1. AP Output Mode 0. Disabled
Precorrector 1. Enabled
2. Adaptation State 0. Frozen
1. Running
9. Manual HPA 1. HPA Power Supply ON/OFF 0. OFF
Control 1. ON
2. HPA DC ON/OFF 0. OFF
1. ON
3. HPA RF Output ON/OFF 0. OFF
1. ON
4. HPA Broadcast UPC Level Range: 10.0 .. 0.0
(dBm)
1. HPA Power Supply ON/OFF 0. OFF
1. ON
10. Site 1. System Description Up to 35 characters
2. Contact Information Up to 35 characters
3. System Location Up to 35 characters
4. Site Address Line 1 Up to 35 characters


10. Site 6. Site Address Line 3 Up to 35 characters
8. Site Notes Up to 35 characters
11. GPS 1. Max GPS Holdover Time, Range: 0 .. 65535 min
min
2. Update System Clock From 0. No
GPS 1. Yes
3. System Timezone Range: 0. -11 .. 22. +11
12. Satellite Receiver 1. DVBS Standard 0. DVBS1
1. DVBS2
2. Polarization 0. Horizontal
1. Vertical
3. Band 0. Low
1. High
4. Frequency Range: 950.00 .. 2150.00
5. Symbol Rate Range: 1000000 .. 45000000
3. ALARMS
1. Alarm Properties 1. Alarm Index See Table 10-1
[e] 2. Trap notification on Alarm 0. OFF
1. ON
3. Integration Time Range: 0 .. 360
4. Mute on Alarm 0. OFF
1. ON
5. Relay on Alarm 0. OFF
1. ON
6. Second Relay on Alarm 0. OFF
1. ON
2.Clear Log 0. No
1. Yes
4. NMS Users
1. User Properties 1. User Index 0. user0
2. Username Up to 35 characters
3. Authorization Type 0. Disabled
1. MD5
2. SHA
4. Auth. password Up to 35 characters
5. Priv Type 0. Disabled
1. DES
2. AES
6. Priv. password Up to 35 characters
5. SYSTEM PARAMETERS
1. Identification 1. Site Name Up to 35 characters
2. Site ID Up to 15 characters
2. Access Control Enter Web Password Up to 14 characters


3. Network 1. Management IP Range: 0.0.0.0 ..
Parameters 255.255.255.255
[f] 2. Management Netmask Range: 0.0.0.0 ..
255.255.255.255
3. Default Gateway Range: 0.0.0.0 ..
255.255.255.255
4. SNMP Parameters 1. SNMP Traps On/Off 0. OFF
1. ON
2. SNMP Trap Server IP Range: 0.0.0.0 ..
Address 255.255.255.255
5. System Time 1. Year Range: 1900 .. 3000
2. Month Range: 1 .. 12
3. Day Range: 1 .. 31
4. Hour Range: 1 .. 23
5. Minute Range: 1 .. 59
6. Second Range: 1 .. 59
6. Heartbeat Time 1. Heartbeat Hour Start Range: 0 .. 24
2. Heartbeat Minute Start Range: 0 .. 60
3. Heartbeat Pace Range: 0 .. 99999999
7. System Reset Modulator Reset 0. OFF
1. ON
8. User Configuration RS485 M2M Port Range: 0x0 .. 0xff
Table 9-1 Transmitter Parameters

Alarms UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
10 Alarms
10.1 Introduction
This section lists all alarms available for the DTX 1200U transmitter. Each alarm is described along with its
triggering conditions. The complete set of alarms is listed below.
Modulator Restarted Satellite Comm Error

Heartbeat Satellite Receiver Fault
HPA TX Rfl. Pwr. Fault Satellite Unlocked
HPA TX Fwr. Pwr. Fault Satellite Power Fault
HPA TX Inp. Pwr. Fault Satellite Overload
HPA Temperature Fault AP RF Input Low
HPA Temperature Warning AP RF Feedback Low
HPA PA Voltage Fault AP No Correction
HPA PA Current Fault AP HPA FB Out of Range
HPA PA Bias Voltage Fault No Input Data
HPA Driver Voltage Fault 10 MHz Reference Loss
HPA Pre-Driver Voltage Fault 1PPS Reference Loss
HPA Shutdown Fault IIP Packet Loss
HPA Comm. Fault Data Input Too High
GPS Antenna Undercurrent Up Converter Unlock
GPS Antenna Overcurrent Input Bitrate Is Out Of Limit
GPS Quality Low Up Converter Communication Error
GPS Comm Error
Table 10-1 Alarm List

10.2 Alarm Handling

The transmitter alarms can be separated into two categories:
• Modulator Alarms
• HPA Alarms
Modulator alarms are processed directly by the system controller and include input signal alarms, upconverter
alarms, GPS alarms and Adaptive Pre-corrector alarms.
HPA alarms are first processed by the HPA controller, resulting in an alarm message being sent to the system
controller. The subsequent actions that are taken by the system controller depend on the nature of the HPA alarm.
10.2.1 Modulator Alarm Handling in MFN Mode

The user can decide, using the Web GUI (or any other interface), whether the modulator shall or shall not mute
itself when a modulator related alarm occurs. See Section 5.5.2 for alarm property details. If the mute option is
set, the output will be unmuted once the alarm is cleared.
In the event that an alarm occurs and is set to not mute the modulator, the modulator will continue to generate an
OFDM output signal and the transmitter will remain “on-air”. If the alarm is related to the input signal, the modulator
will generate null packets.
10.2.2 Modulator Alarm Handling in SFN Mode

Most of the modulator related alarms are factory configured to mute the modulator in SFN mode. See Section 10.3
Modulator Alarms for alarm details. Once the alarm is cleared, the modulator output will be unmuted.
10.2.3 HPA Alarm Handling

A number of HPA alarms appear in the Alarm Properties list. These alarms are handled by the HPA controller and
their mute status cannot be set using the Web GUI (or any other interface).
When an alarm is processed by the HPA controller, an alarm message is sent to the system controller. The
subsequent actions that are taken by the system controller depend on the nature of the HPA alarm.
If the HPA is shut down due to a Fault (critical) alarm, the transmitter will be placed in Standby mode. In this case,
user intervention is required to place the transmitter back in Broadcast mode.
If the modulator output is muted, the HPA will detect a loss of input signal. In this case, the transmitter will remain
in Broadcast mode, but the HPA ALC loop will be set to its minimum value. Once the modulator output is unmuted,
the HPA ALC loop will automatically bring the transmitter output power level up to its set point value.

10.3 Modulator Alarms
10.3.1 Informative Alarms

Informative alarms are event alarms that have no alarm Begin/End conditions.
10.3.1.1 Modulator Restarted

A transient Informative alarm, sent at transmitter start-up.
10.3.1.2 Heartbeat
A periodic Informative alarm; sent periodically at an interval determined by the system “Heartbeat Pace” parameter.
The Heartbeat Pace parameter can be set via SNMP or via the Web GUI.
10.3.2 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Alarms
10.3.2.1 Satellite Comm Error

Satellite Comm Fault – set when communication with the DVB-S/S2 receiver has failed.
10.3.2.2 Satellite Receiver Fault

Satellite Receiver Fault – set when any DVB-S/S2 receiver alarm is present or when an internal hardware fault has
occurred.
10.3.2.3 Satellite Unlocked

Satellite Unlocked – set when the DVB-S/S2 receiver cannot lock onto the input DVB-S/S2 L-Band signal.
10.3.2.4 Satellite Power Fault

Satellite Power Fault – set when a VSAT LNB power block hardware failure has occurred.
The user should check the voltage to the LNB to determine if the DVB-S/S2 receiver is providing the correct voltage
or if the LNB is at fault.
10.3.2.5 Satellite Overload

Satellite Overload – set when the LNB current value is high (short).

10.3.3 GPS Alarms
10.3.3.1 GPS Antenna Undercurrent

GPS Antenna Undercurrent – set when the antenna current value is low (antenna open).
10.3.3.2 GPS Antenna Overcurrent

GPS Antenna Overcurrent – set when the antenna current value is high (antenna short).
10.3.3.3 GPS Quality Low

GPS Quality Low – set by the internal GPS when the quality of the received GPS signals fall below a minimum
reception level or the number of available satellite is too low. The event that contributes to a GPS Quality Low
alarm is:
• PLL Status Unlocked
But, the GPS Quality Low alarm is only triggered when the GPS Max Holdover Time expires. Once a PLL Status
Unlocked event occurs, the GPS reference signals will be considered to be in “Holdover” mode and the Holdover
time counter begins. Once the Max Holdover Time is exceeded the system controller will declare a GPS Quality
Low alarm.
A PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Status Unlocked event can be the result of an antenna under-current (antenna open)
or antenna over-current (short), a poor GPS 3D Fix (minimum requirement is 4 satellites). In general, conditions
that result in a poor GPS signal quality.
Note: The GPS alarm is set at the system start-up and will be reset when the GPS receiver obtains a 3D fix (4
satellites tracked).
Note: The GPS PLL Status and 3D Fix Status can be viewed from the Web GUI interface. From the Status drop
down menu select GPS Status.
Note: It is recommended that the user set the modulator to mute on this alarm in SFN or MFN mode.
10.3.3.4 GPS Comm Error

GPS Comm Error - set when communication with the GPS receiver has failed

10.3.4 Modulator Board Alarms
10.3.4.1 10 MHz Reference Loss

10 MHz Reference Loss - Loss of the 10 MHz Reference from GPS.
This alarm is only raised if the 10 MHz reference is completely lost which is more likely to occur if there is a GPS
Receiver hardware failure. Even when the GPS is operating in holdover, it still transmits a 10 MHz signal, albeit the
10 MHz signal is no longer locked to the satellite master reference.
Note: This alarm is only reported in SNF mode and is factory configured to mute the modulator.
10.3.4.2 1PPS Reference Loss

1PPS Reference Loss - Loss of the One Pulse-per-second signal from GPS.
This alarm is only raised if the 1PPS reference is completely lost which is more likely to occur if there is a GPS
Receiver hardware failure. Even when the GPS is operating in holdover, it still transmits a 1PPS signal, albeit the
1PPS signal is no longer locked to the satellite master reference.
10.3.4.3 No Input Data

No Input Data - set when the modulator has no input data in non-hierarchical mode, or when the high priority input
has no data in hierarchical mode.
10.3.4.4 IIP Packet Loss

IIP Packet Loss - set when no valid IIP packet data is decoded from the input stream.
10.3.4.5 Data Input Too High

Data Input Too High - set when the high priority input bit rate is too high.
This alarm is raised set when the input bit rate is too high and the internal input FIFO buffer is almost full. The
buffer is capable of storing about 2 seconds of stream data.
10.3.4.6 Input Bit Rate Is Out Of Limit

Input Bit Rate Is Out Of Limit - set when the input bit-rate is 10% higher or lower than the ideal bit rate
corresponding to the selected mode.

10.3.4.7 Up Converter Unlock

Up Converter Unlock - set when the internal Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) is unlocked.
Note: The alarm is hard coded to mute the modulator in SFN and MFN mode. Transmission is restored when the
alarm is cleared.
Note: The Alarm Properties -> Mute On Alarm setting for this alarm should always be set to OFF.
10.3.4.8 Up Converter Communication Error

Up Converter Communication Error - set when communications with the Upconverter has failed.
Note: The alarm is hard coded to mute the modulator in SFN and MFN mode. Transmission is restored when the
alarm is cleared.
Note: The Alarm Properties -> Mute On Alarm setting for this alarm should always be set to OFF.
10.3.5 Adaptive Pre-corrector Alarms

The Alarm Properties -> Mute On Alarm setting for the Adaptive Pre-corrector alarms should always be set to OFF.
10.3.5.1 AP RF Input Low

AP RF Input Low - set when the input level to the Pre-corrector is too low.
10.3.5.2 AP RF Feedback Low

AP RF Feedback Low - set when the Pre-corrector feedback level is too low for normal functionality.
10.3.5.3 AP No Correction
AP No Correction - set when the Adaptive Pre-corrector cannot lock onto the feedback signal or the Pre-corrector
has been disabled.
10.3.5.4 AP HPA FB Out of Range

AP HPA FB Out of Range - set when the feedback level on the step attenuator output is not in its optimal range of
-20dBm to -10 dBm.
The Adaptive Pre-corrector control algorithm is able to change the step attenuator attenuation value to reach the
optimal range. If this adjustment procedure succeeds in reaching the optimal range, the alarm is cleared.

10.4 HPA Alarms

HPA alarms can be classified as Warning and Fault (Critical).
• Warning Alarms: Alarms are reported but no action is taken.
• Fault Alarms (except Temperature): After a shutdown, the transmitter will remain in this state until the
user or NMS clear the alarms and places the transmitter back in Broadcast mode.
10.4.1 HPA Comm. Fault

HPA Comm. Fault - set when communications with the HPA has failed.
Note: This is actually a modulator related alarm. This alarm is factory configured to mute the modulator in SFN and
MFN mode. Transmission is restored when the alarm is cleared.
10.4.2 HPA Shutdown Fault

HPA Shutdown Fault - set when the HPA controller has sent an alarm message to the system controller indicating
that the HPA is shut down.
Note: In this case, the system controller will place the transmitter in Standby mode.
10.4.3 HPA Temperature Warning and Fault Alams
Warning Fault (Critical)

Low High Low High
-18ºC +78ºC -30ºC +82ºC
10.4.3.1 HPA Temperature Warning

The HPA Temperature Warning alarm is set when one of the following events occurs:
• HPA Temperature Warning High

• HPA Temperature Warning Low
Note: The HPA temperature protection feature will cause the system controller to decrease the transmitter output
power set point by 3 dB when a HPA Temperature Warning alarm is generated. This will help prevent HPA from
overheating and will provide non-interrupted service. Once the alarm is cleared, user intervention is required to
reset the output power set point value as the system controller will not increase the power automatically.

10.4.3.2 HPA Temperature Fault

The HPA Temperature Fault alarm is set when one of the following events occurs:
• HPA Temperature Fault High

• HPA Temperature Fault Low
Note: Automatic HPA shutdown is initiated by the HPA when the Fault (critical) levels are reached and the
transmitter is placed in Standby mode. The Alarm Properties settings have no control over this action.
10.4.4 HPA TX Inp. Pwr. Fault

HPA TX Inp. Pwr. Fault - set when the input power is out of the HPA allowable range and has reached the Fault
(critical) limits.
Fault (Critical)
Low High
-10 dBm 3 dBm
Note: If the maximum value is reached, the HPA controller RF switch will be turned off and the transmitter will
remain in Broadcast mode. Once the alarm is cleared, the RF switch will be turned on and the ALC loop will
automatically bring the transmitter output power level up to its set point value.
Note: If the minimum value is reached, an alarm will be reported, but the transmitter will remain in Broadcast mode
with the HPA ALC loop set to its minimum value. Once the alarm is cleared, the HPA ALC loop will automatically
bring the transmitter output power level up to its set point value.
10.4.5 HPA TX Fwr. Pwr. Fault

HPA TX Fwr. Pwr. Fault - set when the output (forward) power reaches the Fault (criticl) level.
Fault (Critical)
52.0 dBm
10.4.6 HPA TX Rfl. Pwr. Fault

HPA TX Rfl. Pwr. Fault - set when the reflected power reaches the Fault (criticl) level.
Fault (Critical)
43 dBm

10.4.7 HPA PA Module Faults

The HPA PA Bias Voltage Fault is not applicable.
10.4.7.1 HPA PA Voltage Fault

HPA PA Voltage Fault - set when the HPA PA transistor voltage reaches the Fault (critical) level.
Fault (Critical)
Low High
47 V 52 V
10.4.7.2 HPA PA Current Fault

HPA PA Current Fault - set when the HPA PA transistor current reaches the Fault (critical) level.
Fault (Critical)
Low High
0.4 A 17 A
10.4.8 HPA Driver Voltage Fault

HPA Driver Voltage Fault - set when the HPA Driver transistor voltage reaches the Fault (critical) level.
Fault (Critical)
Low High
47 V 52 V
10.4.9 HPA Pre-driver Voltage Fault

HPA Pre-driver Voltage Fault - set when the HPA Pre-driver GasFET transistor voltage reaches the Fault (critical)
level.
Fault (Critical)
Low High
9V 13 V

Technical Specifications UBS Ltd DTX 1200U Transmitter
11 Technical Specifications
11.1 Signal Processing

IFFT Mode 2k, 4k, 8k
Guard Interval 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
Code Rate 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Constellation QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, DQPSK
Hierarchical Mode Up to 3 layers (A, B, C)
Number of Segments 0 to 13
Time Interleaver 0 to 16
Carrier Spacing 1kHz, 2kHz, 4kHz
Bandwidth 6 MHz
Network Mode MFN, Hierarchical, SFN Hierarchical (IIP)
Input Signal ISDB-T/TB Multiplexed Transport Stream
Test Mode CW, Null First Symbol, Carrier Removal
Table 11-1 ISDB-T/TB Signal Processing
11.2 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Input

Receiver Ant. Connector F-type (F), 75 ohms
Frequency Range 950 MHz to 2150 MHz
Signal Level -65 dBm to -25 dBm
LNB Voltage 12 VDC to 18 VDC
LNB Current Two selectable output current limits (polarization):
450 mA and 750 mA
LNB Communication Integrated DisEqC controller

Symbol Rate Up to 45 Mbaud
Table 11-2 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Input

11.3 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Demodulation and Decoding

DVB-S EN 300 421
Constellation QPSK
Outer FEC Reed Solomon
Inner FEC Viterbi
Code Rate 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 6/7, 7/8
Roll Off 0.35
DVB-S2 EN 302 307
Constellation QPSK, 8PSK
Outer FEC-BCH nldpc = 64800 (Long)
Inner FEC-LDPC QPSK - 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
8PSK - 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
DVB Modes CCM (Constant Coding and Modulation

Roll Off 0.20, 0.25, 0.35
Pilot Processing Yes
Table 11-3 DVB-S/S2 Demodulation and Decoding
11.4 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Output

Receiver ASI Out: 1, 2 Connector: 2x BNC (F), 75 ohms
The DVB-S/S2 receiver ASI output connector (1 or 2) can be

connected to a modulator DVB-ASI input connector (IN A or
IN B) for use as a repeater.
Table 11-4 DVB-S/S2 Receiver Output
11.5 Modulator Inputs

DVB-ASI: IN-A, IN-B Connector: 2x BNC (F), 75 ohms
Table 11-5 Modulator Inputs

11.6 Modulator RF Output Performance

Connector SMA (F), 50 Ohms
Return Loss > 20dB
Frequency 470 MHz to 860 MHz
Frequency Step Size 1 Hz
Frequency Stability In accordance with GPS reference
Phase Noise SSB 10 Hz: < -60 dBc/Hz
100 Hz: < -85 dBc/Hz
1 kHz: < -100 dBc/Hz
10 kHz: < -105 dBc/Hz
100 kHz: < -120 dBc/Hz
1 MHz: < -135 dBc/Hz
Spectrum Polarity Inverted or non-inverted, selectable
Level 30 dB below the set level
Level Stability ± 0.3dB
Amplitude Flatness Center frequency ± 3.8 MHz: ± 0.4 dB (note 1)
Group Delay Response Center frequency ± 3.8 MHz: ± 10 ns (note 1)
MER ≥ 50 dB
Shoulder Level ≤ -55 dBc (note 1)
Spurious Level (outside channel) ≤ -60 dBm at 0 dBm output
Table 11-6 Modulator RF Output Performance
11.7 Modulator Outputs

DVB-ASI: OUT-A, OUT-B Connector: 2x BNC (F), 75 ohms
10 MHz Connector: BNC (F), 1k ohms
Frequency: 10MHz
Level: 10 dBm, ±2.5 dB
1 PPS Connector: BNC (F), 1k ohms
Frequency: 1 PPS
Level: TTL
Trigger: Positive transition
RF Monitor Connector: SMA (F), 50 ohms
Table 11-7 Modulator Outputs

11.8 Transmitter RF Output Performance

Connector 7/16” DIN (F), 50 ohms
Frequency Range 470 MHz to 860 MHz
Frequency Step Size 1 Hz
Frequency Stability In accordance with GPS reference
Digital Average Output Power 120 Watts (50.8 dBm)
Power Level Accuracy ≤ ±0.25 dB
Amplitude Flatness Center frequency ± 3.8MHz: ≤ ±0.5 dB (note 1)
Spectral Regrowth ≤ -37 dBc (at rated output power, with non-linear adaptive
(Shoulder Level) pre-correction)
MER > 35 dB
Spurious Level (outside channel) ≤ -70 dBc
Harmonics ≤ -55 dBc
Phase Noise 100 Hz: < -80 dBc/Hz
1 kHz: < -85 dBc/Hz
10 kHz: < -95 dBc/Hz
100 kHz: < -100 dBc/Hz
1 MHz: < -110 dBc/Hz
HPA RF Monitor Connector: SMA (F), 50 ohms
Level: 51 dB below the rated output power level
Table 11-8 Transmitter RF Output Performance
Note 1: The values are for an 8 MHz bandwidth. For smaller bandwidths, they are scaled accordingly. Levels are
measured in 10 kHz bandwidth, where 0dB is the level of the carriers at the edge of the spectrum. Harmonics and
spurious are not included.

11.9 Adaptive Pre-correction

Frequency 470 MHz to 860 MHz
Gain Correction 7 dB ±2 dB
(Greater improvement is possible under particular

applications. Performance depends upon power level and
waveform.)
Table 11-9 Adaptive Pre-correction Parameters
11.10 Manual Digital Pre-correction

Non-Linear Pre-Correction
Curve Formats S 21 and VO/VI
Amplitude Scale Linear and Logarithmic
Correction Points Max. 256, user-defined position
Spectral Regrowth Reduction Max. 12 dB, subject to available headroom
Phase Correction -6 to +30 degrees, subject to available headroom
Linear Pre-Correction
Correction Points 61
Point Spacing 1/60 of nominal spectrum BW
Amplitude Correction ±10 dB
Amplitude Resolution 0.01 dB
Group Delay Correction ±2000 ns
Group Delay Resolution 1 ns
Peak Power Clip Level +17dB to +7dB
(peak power relative to average RMS level)
Table 11-10 Manual Pre-correction Parameters

11.11 Internal GPS Receiver

Recommended Antenna Bullet III GPS Antenna – Trimble model 57860-10 or
equivalent
Active antenna module, powered by the receiver module

(80 mA max @ 5 VDC provided via the header connector)
Receiver Architecture L1 1575.42 MHz

12 Parallel Channels C/A code (1.023 MHz chip rate)
Code plus carrier tracking (carrier aided tracking)
Tracking 12 simultaneous satellite vehicles
10 MHz Output Signal Level: 10 dBm ± 2.5 dBm, sinewave
Internally connected to the Modulator 10 MHz input
Harmonic level: -40 dBc max
Phase noise: 10 Hz: -120 dBc/Hz
100 Hz: -130 dBc/Hz
1kHz: -133 dBc/Hz
10 kHz: -145 dBc/Hz
100 kHz: -145 dBc/Hz
1PPS Output Signal Level: TTL
Internally connected to the Modulator 1PPS input
Acquisition time < 15s typical TTFF-hot (with current almanac, position, time
(Time to First Fix – TTFF) and ephemeris)
< 150s typical TTFF cold (no stored information)
Positioning Accuracy < 5m, 1-sigma
< 10m, 2-sigma
Timing Accuracy < 2ns, 1-sigma

< 6ns, 2-sigma
Holdover Time ± 1µs during 2 hours
Table 11-11 Internal GPS Receiver Parameters

11.12 Control Interfaces

Front Panel Touch screen LCD
Ethernet Connector: RJ45
Speed: 10/100/1000 Base-T
USB Connector: USB Type B
RS232 Connector: 9-pin SUB-D Male
RS485 Connector: 9-pin SUB-D Female
Must be connected to the HPA RS485 interface
HPA RS485 Connector: 9-pin SUB-D Female
Must be connected to the RS485 interface
HPA Serial (RS232) Connector: 9-pin SUB-D Male
Web GUI Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc.
Connector: Ethernet
SNMP Connector: Ethernet
Note: MIBs can be provided
CLI (Command Line Interface) Connector: USB (HyperTerminal) or

Ethernet (HyperTerminal or Telnet)
Alarm Relays Connector: RS232

Two Dry Contact alarm relays, triggered by any major alarm.
Table 11-12 Control Interfaces

11.13 Power Supply

Voltage 100 – 240 VAC
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption max. 850 Watts
Power Factor 0.96
Table 11-13 Power Supply
11.14 Environmental
Operating Temperature 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)
Storage Temperature -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to +158°F)
Humidity max 90% RH
Cooling Forced air
Table 11-14 Environmental
11.15 Mechanical
Size 3U of 19” wide cabinet
Dimensions (W x H x D) 48.26 cm x 13.28 cm x 55.68 cm

19” x 5.23” x 21.92”
Weight 19 kg (42 lbs)
Table 11-15 Mechanical

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DTX 1200U 120W UHF-Band ISDB-T/TB Transmitter Instruction Manual

Rev FPGA Version Application Version UPC SW Version

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3.6.10 RF Output ................................................................................................................ 3-5

5 WEB GUI INTERFACE........................................................................................5-1

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5.3 STATUS MENU ........................................................................................................................ 5-5

6 CLI (COMMAND LINE INTERFACE) ..................................................................6-1

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6.5.3.4 NMS Users Menu..................................................................................... 6-6

7 FRONT PANEL INTERFACE..............................................................................7-1

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10.3.4.4 IIP Packet Loss ...................................................................................... 10-5

11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................11-1

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1.1 Manual Overview

1.2 Product Safety

2. Follow Instructions – All operating and user instructions should be followed.

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1.3.1 Safety Symbols

Symbol Meaning Explanation

To prevent damage to the product, the user must refer to all

Danger Dangerous voltages.

Attention Presence of electrostatic discharges (ESD).

Ground Protective ground terminal.

1.3.2 Safety Notices

NOTES – Provides supplementary information for the user.

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1.3.3 Electrostatic Sensitive Devices

1.3.4 Lithium Battery

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1.4 Warranty and Service Information

Telephone Number: 905-669-8533

Fax Number: 905-669-8516

Unique Broadband Systems Ltd.

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2.1 Product Overview

Figure 2-1 120W ISDB-T/TB Transmitter

Key highlights of the transmitter include:

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Predriver 56562-02/ Driver

Pre-driver 60241R Detector Detector

50V Control DRV

Figure 2-2 ISDB-T/TB Transmitter Block Diagram

2.2.1 DVB-S/S2 Reciever

2.2.2 ISDB-T/TB Modulator

2.2.3 GPS Reciever

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2.2.4 Transmitter System Controller

2.2.5 High Power Amplifier (HPA)

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2.2.5.1 HPA Enhanced Features and Design Concepts

• Enhanced heat sink design

2.2.5.2 HPA Controller

• HPA Forward Power

• Power Supply ON/OFF

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