Ku-Band Redundant LNB Systems

BRK-1000 Series

Introduction
Redundant LNB systems minimize system downtime due to
LNB failure by providing a spare LNB and an automatic means
of switching to the spare upon failure of a primary LNB. A 1:1
system provides one spare LNB for one primary LNB. A 1:2
system provides a spare LNB for either of two primary LNBs.
The systems consist of an outdoor plate assembly which
mounts at the antenna hub, an indoor control panel and
interconnecting control cable.

System Block Diagrams

1:1 System

Typical Ku-Band 1:1 LNB Plate Assembly LNB 1

BIAS TEE
TRANSMIT INPUT
REJECT CROSSGUIDE

Plate Assembly Features RF IN

FILTER COUPLER
RF
(WR75F) LNB 2 OUT

Norsat Ku-Band PLL or externally referenced LNBs TEST IN

BIAS TEE

-40 dB

High quality dual waveguide/coaxial switches

Manual override OFFLINE
IN
OFFLINE
OUT

Waveguide input flanges EXT. REF. IN

(DEPENDENT ON
LNB SELECTON)

Transmit reject filter(s), input crossguide coupler(s), PLATE ASSEMBLY

input isolator(s), and offline I/O options available

CONTROL/STATUS
CONTROLLER

Redundancy Controller Features

1:2 System

10/100 Base T Ethernet network interface

Supports SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 LNB 1
BIAS TEE
TRANSMIT INPUT

Rack-mount chassis, 19" wide, 1¾" (1 RU) high REJECT CROSSGUIDE
FILTER COUPLER
POL 1 IN POL 1

Dual, redundant power supplies (WR75F) LNB 3 OUT
TEST IN BIAS TEE

Manual or automatic operation -40 dB TRANSMIT INPUT
REJECT CROSSGUIDE
FILTER COUPLER

Monitors unit currents, external alarms, or both POL 2 IN LNB 2
POL 2
OUT
(WR75F) BIAS TEE

Automatically switches RF path to standby unit when unit TEST IN
-40 dB OFFLINE
failure occurs OUT
OFFLINE
EXT. REF. IN

User-selectable RS-232/-422/-485 serial I/O M&C interface IN
(DEPENDENT ON
LNB SELECTON)
PLATE ASSEMBLY

Parallel I/O M&C interface
CONTROL/STATUS

Menu-driven user configuration of all options CONTROLLER

Front panel graphically depicts switch positions and unit status

Worldwide universal AC input capability standard; consult
factory for DC prime power

Audible alarm

CE certified and RoHS compliant; EAR 99
System Specifications *
†
Parameter Notes Min. Nom./Typ. Max. Units
Input Frequency Range Band A 11.70 12.20 GHz
Band B 12.25 12.75 GHz
Band C 10.95 11.70 GHz
Output Frequency Range Bands A, B 950 1450 MHz
Band C 950 1700 MHz
A
External Reference 10 MHz -5 +5 dBm
Local Oscillator Frequency Band A 10.75 GHz
Band B 11.30 GHz
Band C 10.00 GHz
Noise Temperature, System At +23 °C See Table 1
Versus temperature See Table 2
Gain Standard LNB 55 60 dB
Gain Flatness Per 27 MHz ±0.5 dB
Gain Stability Per day, constant temp ±0.25 dB
Versus temperature -0.06 dB/°C
VSWR Input, no isolator(s) 2.00 :1
Input, with isolator(s) 1.25 1.30 :1
Input, with isolator(s) and
Tx reject filter(s) 1.30 1.35 :1
Output 1.80 2.00 :1
Power Output At 1 dB compression (P1 dB) +2 +5 dBm
Third Order Intercept Output (OIP3) +12 +15 dBm
Frequency Stability -40 to +60 °C ±10 kHz
Phase Noise 100 Hz offset -65 dBc/Hz
1 kHz offset -75 dBc/Hz
10 kHz offset -80 dBc/Hz
100 kHz offset -90 dBc/Hz
Maximum Input Power Without damage 0 dBm
Desensitization Threshold No Tx Filter(s) -20 dBm
for 13.75-14.50 GHz With Tx Filter(s) +30 dBm
Connectors RF Input WR75F Waveguide Flange
RF Output (Note B)
Offline In, Coupler In Type N Female (50 ohm)
Offline Out (Note B)
Temperature Range Switch Plate Assy -40 +60 °C

* System specifications depend on choice of LNB and various options. Specifications shown are for a typical system using
commercially available LNBs. Order LNBs separately by model number or frequency range.
†
When there is only one value on a line, the Nom./Typ. column is a nominal value; otherwise it is a typical value. Typical values
are intended to illustrate typical performance, but are not guaranteed.
A
Applicable to systems using externally referenced LNB models.
B
Type F Female (75 ohm) or Type N Female (50 ohm).

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Part Number/Ordering Information (Copy and FAX this page to General Dynamics.)

BRK-1000 Standard system includes:

Plate O&M Test
LNBs* Controller Assy Manual Data
❏ 1100 = 1:1 System 2 1 1 ✔ ✔
❏ 1200 = 1:2 System 3 1 1 ✔ ✔
* Specify LNB Model number: __________________ (Order separately.)

Options Available:
❏ Cable length ________ ft or ________ m ❏ Remote Control Panel (RCP)
(Up to 500 ft [150 m] in 50 ft [15 m] increments)
❏ Cable for Remote Panel:
❏ Waveguide input isolator(s)
________ ft or ________ m (Up to
❏ Transmit Reject Filter(s) 4000 ft [1200 m] in 50 ft [15 m] increments)
❏ Input Crossguide Coupler(s): ❏ Additional O&M Manuals, Qty.: ______
❏ 40 dB (standard), ❏ ______ dB (custom) ❏ ±48 Vdc Power Option
❏ Offline LNB Input/Output Ports

Table 1 — Typical System Noise Temperature with Various Options (Add to TLNB)**
System —— 1:1 —— —————— 1:2 ——————
Configuration: Pol. 1 Pol. 2 Standby
Standard Configuration (Add to TLNB) ............................. 10 K ......................... 10 K 14 K 19 K
With 40 dB Crossguide Coupler(s) ........................................ Add 2 K to Standard Configuration
With Transmit Reject Filter(s) ................................................ Add 13 K to Standard Configuration
With Waveguide Isolator(s) .................................................... Add 10 K to Standard Configuration
** General Dynamics has found that commercial Ku-Band LNBs may measure up to 15 K higher than stated noise
temperature. Consequently, General Dynamics cannot guarantee system noise performance.

Table 2 — Noise Temperature vs. Ambient Temperature

Noise temperature vs. ambient temperature can be found For the case where T1 = 296 K (+23 °C), the ratio
from the equation, NT2 /NT1 is shown in the table below for both LNBs
(n = 1.8) and for passive losses (n = 1.0):
NT2/NT1 = (T2/T1)n
Ambient Temperature n = 1.8 n = 1.0
where:
T2 (°C) NT2 /NT1 NT2 /NT1
NT2 = Noise Temperature at T2
0 0.86 0.92
NT1 = Noise Temperature at T1
+23 1.00 1.00
T2 = Temperature 2 in K +40 1.11 1.06
T1 = Temperature 1 in K +50 1.17 1.09
n = 1.8 for the LNBs or = 1.0 for passive losses +60 1.24 1.13

Example: For a 1:1 system with Tx filter and 80 K LNBs, TLNB = 80 K at +23 °C and passive
losses = 23 K at +23 °C; thus, TSYS = 103 K at +23 °C. What is TSYS at +50 °C?
From the table, NT2 /NT1 at 50 °C = 1.17 for the LNBs and 1.09 for the passive losses:
NT2 = 1.17 x (80 K) + 1.09 x (23 K) = 93.6 K + 25.1 K = 118.7 K at +50 °C.

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Redundant System Controller
can also monitor external alarm signals or a combination
of output currents and external alarm inputs. Upon
detecting a fault, the RSC drives an RF transfer switch
to activate the spare unit.
The RSC offers monitoring and control of auxiliary RF
hardware; remote monitor and control via network, serial
interface, or parallel I/O; flexible configuration of system
behavior; remote disable of local controls for security; and
the ability to detect and report certain failures within the
controller itself.
A second RSC can be linked to a primary RSC to
provide full system control from an alternate control site.
When set up this way, the secondary RSC is referred to
1:2 Redundant System Controller, Model RSC12V1-AC as a remote control panel, or RCP. The configuration and
settings of the primary RSC are transferred to the RCP,
The RSC series redundant system controllers for 1:1 which then mimics its controls and interfaces. This
and 1:2 systems directly power the LNBs and monitor the permits system operation from a location that is up to
output voltages and currents to detect faults. The RSC 4000 ft (1200 m) distant from the primary controller.

Controller Specifications

Unit Status Monitor Methods Controller can monitor unit bias current; alarm is generated if current goes outside of allowed
tolerance window. Controller can also monitor external alarm inputs or combinations of both
internal unit current and external alarm inputs.
Unit Current Window Width ±5% to ±25% of nominal; user selectable in 5% steps (applies to all monitored unit currents)
Switchover Time 100 ms maximum
Unit Power Outputs +14.3 to +15.0 Vdc, 700 mA maximum
Switch Drive Outputs -22 to -28 Vdc, 2 A maximum
External Alarm Inputs Optionally up to one per unit; require sinking 5 mA at 5 Vdc to negate alarm
Serial I/O Interface RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 2- or 4-wire; user selection
Parallel I/O Interface Control inputs: Contact closures to ground; require sinking 20 mA at 15 Vdc
Status outputs: Form ‘C’ dry contacts; 100 Vdc, 0.5 A, 3 W max (resistive load)
Controller Dimensions 19” (483 mm) W x 1.72” (43.7 mm) H x 17.5” (445 mm) D; 7.6 lb (3.4 kg)
Chassis Slides Standard. Radio relay rack-mount brackets available on request.
Cable Length to Plate Assy Order cable separately. 100 ft (30 m) to 250 ft (75 m) lengths in 50 ft (15 m) increments are
standard; other lengths (up to 500 ft or 150 m) are available by special order.
AC Input (standard) 90-264 Vac, 47–63 Hz, 100 W; Dual AC inputs and dual redundant power supplies.
DC Input (option) Requires DC-AC inverter. Consult factory.
Temperature Range Operating: 0 to +50 °C (indoor equipment environment)
Storage: -40 to +70 °C
Relative Humidity Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Altitude Up to 10,000 ft (3000 m) above mean sea level
Reliability MTBF: 48,200 hours; MTTR: less than 30 minutes with spares and proper technical person.

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Controller Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Unit Status Alarms LED Indicators glow green when OK, red when a fault is detected.
PS Indicator Glows red to show fault with either dual redundant power supply.
Panel Test Pushbutton lights all indicators & tests audible alarm.
RF Switch Pushbuttons Pushbuttons are used to manually switch units. Front panel indicators show which units are on-line.
and Indicators Unit indicators light red to show faulted units.
In a typical 1:1 system, Unit 1 is the primary unit and Unit 2 is on standby. In a 1:2 system, Unit 1 is
the primary unit for Pol 1 and Unit 2 is the primary unit for Pol 2. Unit 3 is on standby and can be
selected for either Pol. In a dual 1:1 system, Unit 1 is the primary unit and Unit 2 is on standby for
Pol 1; Unit 3 is the primary and Unit 4 is on standby for Pol 2.
Auto/Manual Switch In Auto mode, a unit failure initiates automatic switchover to the standby unit. In manual mode, the
and Indicators on-line unit can be selected from the front panel or by serial I/O, parallel I/O or network command.
Remote/Local Switch Selects local (front panel) control, or remote control from serial I/O, parallel I/O, or network.
and Indicators An optional second RSC, configured as a Remote Control Panel, provides the means to operate the
system from a physically distant, alternate location.

Controller Rear Panel Interfaces

– 100-135/180-240 V; 47-63 Hz; 1.5A
– Fusing – 100-135V: 250V 2A SLO-BLO
180 -240V: 250V 1A SLO-BLO
– Consult O&M manual for installation instructions.
– Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
J6 – SERIAL LOOP J9 – NETWORK

J1 J2 J3 – PLATE ASSY J7 – SERIAL I/O J5 – REMOTE LINK J4 – EXT ALARM J8 – PARALLEL I/O

J1, J2 – LINE 1, LINE 2 Dual power entry modules contain the AC line input connectors. System can be powered from
(IEC 320-C14) separate AC lines if desired. Either or both power supplies are capable of operating the system.
J3 – PLATE ASSY Cable to plate assembly carries unit power (for line drivers, LNAs or LNBs) and switch drive signals.
(37-pos D, Female) Order cable separately. Standard lengths are 100’ (30 m) to 250’ (75 m) in 50’ (15 m) increments;
other lengths are special order. An adapter cable mates the controller to legacy system cables.
J6 – SERIAL I/O and RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 connector for user M&C System. Commands provide monitoring, controlling,
J7 – SERIAL LOOP and configuration. Interconnect cable lengths to 4000 ft (1200 m) with RS-422 or RS-485. A serial
(9-pos D Female) loop connector provides a convenient connection for daisy-chained systems.
J5 – REMOTE LINK For connection via a proprietary RS-422 link (up to 4000 ft/1200 m) to an optional, second RSC,
(9-pos D Male) which duplicates Local control functions at a secondary site.
J9 – NETWORK 10/100 Base T Ethernet connection port via standard RJ-45 connector. Supports SNMP v1, v2c and v3.
(RJ-45)
J4 – EXT ALARM External Alarm inputs. Substitute for or combine with internal unit current monitor alarms. Allows an
(9-pos D Female) external signal to indicate unit failure. Unused inputs can be used as status inputs to M&C system.
J8 – PARALLEL I/O Parallel I/O (discrete logic) connection for limited control and monitoring of the system.
(37-pos D Male) Form ‘C’ relay contact outputs (1:2 system example; others are similar):
• Unit 1 status • PS 1 status • Pol 1: Unit 1 or Unit 3
• Unit 2 status • PS 2 status • Pol 2: Unit 2 or Unit 3
• Unit 3 status • Local/Remote mode • Auto/Manual mode
Control inputs—contact closure to ground (1:2 system example; others are similar):
• Pol 1 Unit 1 select • Pol 2 Unit 2 select • Auto/Manual select
• Pol 1 Unit 3 select • Pol 2 Unit 3 select

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 1:1 Plate Assembly Outline Drawing, with Various Options Installed

6.40
WAVEGUIDE [162.6]
MOUNTING 0.25
0.75
SURFACE [6.3]
[19.0]

OPTIONAL INPUT
LNB 2
CROSSGUIDE
3.40
COUPLER
[86.4]

OPTIONAL
OFFLINE INPUT
9.00 TYPE N FEMALE
[228.6]
7.25
[184.2]
OPTIONAL
LNB 1
TRANSMIT REJECT
FILTER

0.62
0.28 x 0.75 SLOT
[15.9]
[7.1 x 19.0]
(4 PLACES) 7.25
[184.1]
8.50
[215.9]
9.75
[247.6]

NOTES:

1) OPTIONAL TRANSMIT REJECT FILTER, INPUT CROSSGUIDE

COUPLER, AND OFFLINE INPUT/OUTPUT SHOWN.
2) DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES AND [mm].

7.70
[195.6]

3.50
[88.9]

0.13 TO CONTROL PANEL

[3.2] OUTPUT - TYPE F FEMALE OR TYPE N FEMALE
OPTIONAL OFFLINE OUTPUT -
TYPE F FEMALE OR TYPE N FEMALE
Outline 8960-3

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1:2 Plate Assembly Outline Drawing, with Various Options Installed

8.50
[215.9]
0.25
[6.3]

WAVEGUIDE
MOUNTING
SURFACE

OPTIONAL
OFFLINE
INPUT
TYPE N (F)
0.75
[19.0]

6.40
[162.6]
3.40
[86.4]

20.00
[508.0]

9.00
[228.6]
OPTIONAL OPTIONAL
7.25 INPUT TRANSMIT 4.50
[184.1] CROSSGUIDE REJECT [114.3]
COUPLERS FILTERS

0.28 x 0.75 SLOT

[7.1 x 19.0]
(4 PLACES)

0.62
[15.9] 7.25
[184.1]
14.65
[372.1]
NOTES:

1) OPTIONAL TRANSMIT REJECT FILTERS, INPUT CROSSGUIDE

COUPLERS, AND OFFLINE INPUT/OUTPUT SHOWN.
2) DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES AND [mm].

3.00
[76.2]
8.08
[205.2]

3.50
0.12 [88.9]
[3.2]

POL 2 OUTPUT TO CONTROL PANEL

TYPE F FEMALE OR
OPTIONAL OFFLINE OUTPUT
TYPE N FEMALE
TYPE F FEMALE OR TYPE N FEMALE
POL 1 OUTPUT
TYPE F FEMALE OR
TYPE N FEMALE

Outline 8959-3

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