The Model 3434-CH Version 4 is the latest release of our reliable series of 3434 Beacon Receivers. With Version 4 firmware the Model 3434-CH has an input of 3.4 – 4.2 GHz****, Digital Level reference setting, Ethernet connectivity with M&C control interface, and power up temperature compensation for rapid signal acquisition. The 3434 series now offers our proprietary Accu-trac search and acquire AFC feature with several search bandwidths up to ±800 kHz. Frequency selection on 10 kHz steps may be accomplished from the front panel or via remote control. Pre detection noise bandwidth of 50 kHz (or factory option of 25 kHz) facilitates accurate tracking at very low C/N levels for use with either CW or BPSK carriers.
- AFC disable option for wide data carrier applications
- Digital level reference setting, -30 to -90 dBm on 0.5 dB steps
- Accu-trac signal tracking feature for high drift LNB applications with selectable acquisition bandwidths up to ±800 kHz
- RS-232/422/485 and Ethernet, control interface, all Standard / Front panel selectable
- Dual signal strength output / 2 identical analog outputs for simultaneous antenna tracking and UPC control
The output of the Beacon Receiver is a DC voltage proportional to the input signal level to facilitate both antenna tracking control and automatic power control. A Loss of Carrier indicator is provided in the event the tracking signal is lost. Form “C” relay contacts provide an external Loss of Carrier Alarm. A front panel VFD or SSC GUI (via your computer) displays operating frequency, relative signal level, carrier lock or alarm, and input level.
| Specifications | ||
| Input Frequency | … | 3.4 – 4.2 GHz |
| Input Level | … | -30 to -90 dBm typical |
| Level Adjust | … | Digital, 0.5 dB steps |
| Level Accuracy | … | ±0.4 dB per step ±4 dB over entire range |
| Total composite input level | … | -15 dBm maximum |
| Tracking Slope | … | 0.5V/dB |
| Tracking Linearity | … | ±0.25 dB |
| Frequency Selection | … | 10 kHz steps |
| Min. input level for Lock | … | -105 dBm |
| Input Connector | … | Type “N” Female, 50 ohm* |
| Threshold | … | 4 dB C/N for acquisition < 1 dB C/N for carrier lock |
| Tracking Response | … | 0 to +10 VDC over 20 dB input range standard other ranges optional**** |
| Alarms | … | Form-C relay contacts |
| AFC | … | ±25 kHz |
| Noise Bandwidth | … | 50 kHz |
| Modulation type | … | CW or BPSK up to 8kbps |
| Output – dual signal strength analog output | … | Modular socket & plug |
| M&C | … | RS-232 & RS-422/485 Ethernet 10/100 Base T Continuous Data Streaming option/ streaming signal strength output via a dedicated RS-232 DB 9 connector |
| M&C Connector | … | DB-9 Female & RJ 45 Connector Dedicated DB9 with CDS option |
| Mechanical: | ||
| Output Connector | … | Modular socket & plug |
| Dimensions | … | 1 RU, 19″ x 16″ x 1.75″ |
| Power: | ||
| Prime Input Power | … | 90-260 VAC, 47-63 Hz, auto-sensing, 45 Watts max |
Notes:
* Other input connectors available please contact SSC
** Other AFC options available please contact SSC
*** Other power options available please contact SSC
**** Other ranges available please contact SSC
| Sweep Widths for Accu-trac signal tracking feature for high frequency drift applications. Accu-trac features can be selected from the front panel or via remote mode. Disabled or active selected by user. | ||||||
| Disabled | ±50 kHz | ±75 kHz | ±100 kHz | ±150 kHz | ±200 kHz | ±250 kHz |
| ±300 kHz | ±400 kHz | ±500 kHz | ±600 kHz | ±700 kHz | ±800 kHz | |
| Valid Options | |
| AFC and Filtering | |
| O | Standard AFC and Standard 0.4 Hz output smoothing filter. |
| A | No AFC – Use for tracking Wide Data Carriers. Standard 0.4 Hz output smoothing filter. |
| S | No AFC and No 0.4 Hz output smoothing filter. |
| T | No 0.4 Hz output smoothing filter. Standard AFC. |
| Bandwidth | |
| O | 50 kHz pre-detection bandwidth. |
| 5 | 25 kHz pre-detection bandwidth. |
| Input Connector on Rear of BTR/td> | |
| S | 50 ohm SMA female connector. |
| N | 50 ohm N female connector. |
| B | 50 ohm BNC female connector. |
| Q | 50 ohm TNC female connector. |
| Options | |
| Blank | No CDS |
| C | Optional Continuous Data Streaming |
| Part Numbering Typical part number 3434-CH00N | ||||||
| Frequency Range | Base Model | Band | AFC & Filtering | Band-width | Input Connector | M&C |
| 3.4 – 4.2 GHz | 3434 | CH | O, A, S, or T | 0 or 5 | N, B, Q, or S | Blank or C |
Other Frequency Ranges are available.
Satellite Systems announces the new control GUI version 2.0 for our Beacon Receiver Product line. Enhanced control features and additional monitoring tools are included along with strip charting for signal strength, AFC, and temperature. Version 2.0 also includes a new event-triggered alarm feature that allows for email notification to your laptop or cell phone. Alarms are triggered via signal strength, loss of signal, and AFC conditions.
