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CDM-625A Advanced Satellite Modem MN-CDM625A
CDM-625A ODU (Transceiver, BUC, LNB) Operation Revision 4
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10.3 ODU Operations via the CDM-625A Front Panel
1) The ODU menu branch is accessible from the CDM-625A front panel menu only
when the CDM-625A detects the presence of an installed ODU.
2) This chapter deals strictly with ODU operations. Chapter 6. FRONT PANEL
OPERATION provides detailed information for any CDM-625A menu operations
or selections not otherwise specified here.
10.3.1 CDM-625A Front Panel Operation Overview
See Chapter 6. FRONT PANEL OPERATION for an in-depth explanation of the
function and operation of the CDM-625A front panel.
Feature Description Function
See
Chapter
Section...
1 LED Indicators The LEDs indicate, in a summary fashion, the status of the modem. 6.1.1
2 Keypad
The keypad comprises six individual keyswitches. The keys have a
positive ‘click’ action that provides tactile feedback. Enter data via the
keypad. Data, prompts, and messages are displayed on the VFD.
6.1.2
3
Vacuum
Fluorescent
Display (VFD)
The VFD is an active display showing two lines of 40 characters
each. It produces a blue light with adjustable brightness. Nested
menus display all available options and prompt you to carry out a
required action.
6.1.3
Figure 10-1. CDM-625A Front Panel Features
Use the CDM-625A front panel keypad and Vacuum Fluorescent Display (Figure 10-1) to
configure, monitor, and control ODU operation. Nested menus display all available options and
prompt you to carry out any required action(s) (Figure 10-2).