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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 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.

Model and Frequency Range Selection Table
3430-CE* 3.4 to 4.2 GHz External BDC / LNB LNB for antenna Feed mounting
3430-CH 3.4 to 4.2 GHz Internal BDC Optimized for High Input Levels

* Optional DC power available - Please contact factory for details.

Version 3 Firmware Features:

RS-232 / RS-485 are both included and selected via front panel menu options. Available baud rates of 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 and 19200 are selected via front panel menu options. Extended RS-485 addressing range of hexadecimal 01 - FF. Remote Port polling active in Local Mode.

The output of the Beacon Receiver is a DC voltage proportional to the input signal level to facilitate both 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 external Loss of Carrier Alarm. A front panel VFD displays operating frequency, relative signal level, carrier lock or alarm and input level.

Specifications
Input Level
Model 3430-CE -55 to -90 dBm typical
Model 3430-CH -25 to -100dBm typical
 
Input Frequency 3.4 to 4.2 GHz
Tracking Slope 0.5V/dB
Tracking Linearity 0.25 dB
Frequency Selection 10 kHz steps
Min. input level for Lock -110 dBm
 
BTR Input Connector
Model 3430-CE Type "F" Female, 75 ohm
Model 3430-CH Type "N" Female, 50 ohm
 
Threshold 4 dB C/N for acquisition
Tracking Response 0 to +10 VDC over 20 dB input range
Alarms Form-C relay contacts
AFC ±25 kHz
Noise Bandwidth 50 kHz
 
EXTERNAL BDC OR LNB INCLUDED FOR MODEL CE:
Input Connector
LNB WR-229 Flange
BDC Type "N" female
Output Connector Type "F" female
 
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, 40 Watts max
Optional DC Power Contact factory for availability
LNB Power Model CE ONLY! +24 Volts @ 1 Amp available on center conductor
Selectable In/Out

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
0 Standard input connector is type 75 ohm F-female.
N 50 ohm N female connector.
B 50 ohm BNC female connector.
Q 50 ohm TNC female connector.

Part Numbering Typical part number 3430-CEZ000

Base Model Band Conversion Type AFC & Filtering Band-width Input Conn
3430 CE Y or Z 0, A, S, or T 0 or 5 0, N, B or Q
3430 CH 0 0, A, S, or T 0 or 5 N

Please note: For unused options, the 0 placeholder must be inserted.

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