User guide

UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES
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Outdoor Block Up-Converter - BUC
User Guide
This section provides general information for the UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES line of C BAND
Outdoor SSPA Based - BUCs. The Outdoor BUC Series Y has been designed and
manufactured to be extremely robust and reliable. It is well suited for harsh outdoor
environments.
Description
Please refer to Appendix A for the appropriate product data sheet and specifications.
The Outdoor BUC Series Y is a one-piece integrated Block Up Converter and amplifier system.
It includes the AC / DC Power Supply, L Band to C Band Up-Converter module, microwave
Booster Amplifier Module, microcontroller based monitor (optional) and control circuitry, and
an efficient thermal management system.
The reduced size and weight of this system allow it to be used in a wide variety of installations;
many of which historically precluded the use of solid state units. This system is ideal for
mounting on the boom of small antennas or anywhere that size and weight are a major
concern.
Features include:
 Compact size
 Light weight
 Auto-Sensing Power Supply
 Output Power Detection
 Optional Internal 1:1 Redundant Capability
 Serial (RS-232 / RS-485) Monitor & Control Circuitry
 Windows Monitor & Control Software
 Optional gain control (on selected configurations)
Equipment Supplied
The following equipment is supplied with each unit:
 The Outdoor BUC Assembly
 Prime Power Mating Connector
 M & C Mating Connector (where applicable)
 CD with UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES Monitor & Control Software (where applicable)