User Manual
Table Of Contents
- About This Manual
- Copyright
- Proprietary Material
- Quality Certification
- Regulatory Status
- Conventions
- Symbols Used
- Warranty Information
- Introduction
- Product Description
- Routine Operation
- 3.1 Chapter Overview
- 3.2 Overview of Controls, Indicators, and Connectors
- 3.3 Preparing for Operation
- 3.4 Using the STRATA TX Screens
- 3.5 TXU and/or TCU Monitoring Operations
- 3.5.1 Using the Monitor Screens in MPEG Output Mode
- 3.5.2 Using the Monitor Screens in Ext IF Input Mode
- 3.5.3 Using the Monitor Screens in COFDM - IF Mode
- 3.5.4 Using the Monitor Screens in COFDM ASI In Mode
- 3.5.5 Using the Monitor Screens in Analog - IF Mode
- 3.5.6 Using the Monitor Screens in DVB-S Mode
- 3.6 TXU and/or TCU Control Operations
- 3.7 Front Panel vs. STRATA TX Configurator Settings
- Table 3-1: Front Panel vs. Configurator Settings
- Troubleshooting
- Channels & Frequencies
- A.1 Appendix Overview
- A.2 Initial Factory Presets
- A.2.1 3.4 to 3.8 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.2 4.4 to 5.0 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.3 6.4 to 7.1 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.4 6.9 to 7.5 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.5 7.4 to 8.0 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.6 7.8 to 8.5 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.7 8.2 to 8.9 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.8 10.0 to 10.7 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.9 10.5 to 11.2 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.10 10.8 to 11.5 GHz Channel Plan
- A.2.11 12.7 to 13.25 GHz Channel Plan
- Glossary
- Specifications
Product Description 2-2STRATA TX Operator’s Guide/Tech Ref Manual Product Description 2-2STRATA TX Operator’s Guide/Tech Ref Manual
Figure 2-1: STRATA TX System Block Diagram
TCU TXU
y NTSC
y PAL
y SDI
y ASI
y IF
RF Out
Telemetry
Telemetry
DC Power and/or IF
IN
+28 VDC
RS-232
1.84 MHz OOK Tone
+28 VDC
RS-232
The STRATA TX System TXU and the TCU may be operated in
stand-alone configurations depending upon specific video
applications.
2.2.1 System Options
The STRATA TX System can be ordered configured for 1 of 11
specific RF bands as follows:
• 3.4 to 3.9 GHz
• 4.4 to 5.0 GHz
• 6.4 to 7.1 GHz
• 6.9 to 7.5 GHz
• 7.4 to 8.1 GHz
• 7.8 to 8.5 GHz
• 8.2 to 8.9 GHz
• 10.0 to 10.7 GHz
• 10.5 to 11.2 GHz
• 10.8 to 11.5 GHz
• 12.7 to 13.25 GHz
MRC is constantly working to expand and upgrade the
capabilities of the STRATA TX System. Consult your Sales
Representative or contact the factory for the latest band
availability.
The STRATA TX System (typically) consists of the following
components:
TXU The Transmitter Unit (TXU) can be equipped with either an
FM Modulator or COFDM/MPEG module, but not both. A High
Power Unit (HPU) is also contained within the TXU housing to
increase RF power output.