M7/M7L/M7LT Modular Satellite Modem Preface
M7/M7L/M7LT - Rev. 0.05
Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.1. M7 Modem Description ......................................................................................................... 1-5
1.2. Network Types ...................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.3. What’s New – This Modem and This Manual ....................................................................... 1-8
1.4. M7 Modem Assemblies ....................................................................................................... 1-10
1.5. M7 Capabilities .................................................................................................................... 1-12
1.6. Forward Error Correction (FEC) Options ............................................................................ 1-22
1.7. M7 Series Feature Sets ...................................................................................................... 1-26
1.8. 1:1 Redundancy Function (Future Option) .......................................................................... 1-26
2.0 Installation Requirements ......................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1. Unpacking ............................................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2. Mounting Considerations ...................................................................................................... 2-1
2.3. Modem Connections ............................................................................................................. 2-2
2.4. Adding or Changing the Interface Type .............................................................................. 2-21
2.5. Option Turbo Product Codes FEC Option Installation ........................................................ 2-21
2.6. Redundancy Connection (Future Option) ........................................................................... 2-23
3.0 Operation .................................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1. Operating Procedures ........................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2. Front Panel ............................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.3. Front Panel Control and Monitor Matrix ................................................................................ 3-3
3.4. Web Browser Operation ........................................................................................................ 3-6
3.5. Front Panel Monitor and Control Parameters ..................................................................... 3-32
3.6. Remote Command Interface Control .................................................................................. 3-78
3.7. Modem Configuration .......................................................................................................... 3-78
3.8. Data Interface Options - Technical Details ......................................................................... 3-85
3.9. Data Interface Clock Options .............................................................................................. 3-96
3.10. Automatic Uplink Power Control (AUPC) Operation ..................................................... 3-101
3.11. Special Control Mechanisms ......................................................................................... 3-109
3.12. Storing and Recalling Configuration .............................................................................. 3-110
3.13. Burst Mode Operation ................................................................................................... 3-110
3.14. Built-in 1:1 Redundancy Mode Operation (Future Option) ............................................ 3-111
4.0 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.1. Periodic Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 4-1
4.2. Modem Checkout .................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.3. Internal Modem Test Functions............................................................................................. 4-3
4.4. Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.5. Updating Modem Firmware ................................................................................................... 4-8
4.6. Upgrading the Modem Feature Set ..................................................................................... 4-12
4.7. Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ .................................................................................... 4-14