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Models 3430-CE
C-Band Beacon Tracking Receivers
Version 4

 Beacon Tracking Receivers
A tracking receiver for antenna step tracking and automatic uplink power control

The Model 3430-CE Version 4 is the latest release of our reliable series of 3430 Beacon Receivers.  The Model 3430-KW features 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.  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.

  1. Digital level reference setting, -40 to -100 dBm on 0.5 dB steps
  2. Ethernet connectivity with M&C control interface
  3. M&C control interface allows for remote monitoring from one or multiple locations
  4. RS-232/422/485  and Ethernet  All Standard
  5. Temperature stabilization compensation.

Specifications
Input Frequency 3.4 - 4.2 GHz
Input Level -40 to -90 dBm typical
Level Adjust Digital, 0.5 dB steps
Level Accuracy ±0.4 dB per step
±4 dB over entire range
 
External BDC or LNB included on Model – CE Beacon Receivers
 
LNB WR-229 Flange
BDC Type “N” Female
Output Connector Type “F” Female
 
Tracking Slope 0.5 V/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
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
 
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
LNB Power +24 Volts @ 1 Amp available on center conductor
Selectable In/Out***
* 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

Valid Options

Conversion Type
Y LNB to be mounted at the Antenna with WR-229 flange.
Z BDC with N input connector.

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
S 50 ohm SMA female connector.
N 50 ohm N female connector.
B 50 ohm BNC female connector.
Q 50 ohm TNC female connector.

Part Numbering Typical part number 3430-CEY00N

Base Model Band Conversion Type Frequency Range AFC & Filtering Band-width Input Conn
3430 CE Y or Z 3.4 – 4.2 GHz 0, A, S, or T 0 or 5 N, B, Q or S

Other Frequency Ranges are available.

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