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Model BR23-L
L-Band Beacon Tracking Receiver - Version 1

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

The Model BR23-L Version 4 is the latest release of our reliable series of Beacon Receivers. With Version 4 firmware we now offer the full L-band range of 930 to 2300 MHz, Digital Level reference setting, & M&C. 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.

  • Wide bandwidth, 930 to 2300 MHz standard
  • Digital level reference setting, -40 to -100 dBm on 0.5 dB steps
  • RS-232/422/485 and Standard
    • 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 displays operating frequency, relative signal level, carrier lock or alarm, and input level.

    Specifications
    INPUT FREQUENCY: 930 - 2300 MHz
    Input Level -40 to -100 dBm typical
    Level Adjust Digital, 0.5 dB steps
    Level Accuracy ±0.4 dB per step; ±4 dB over entire range
    Tracking Slope 0.5 V/dB
    Tracking Linearity ±0.25 dB
    Frequency Selection 10 kHz steps
    Min. input level for Lock -110 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 or RS-422/485 - Continuous Data Streaming option
    streaming signal strength output via a dedicated RS-232 DB 9 connector
    M&C Connector DB-9 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, 45 Watts max
    LNB Power +24 Volts @ 1 Amp available on center conductor; Selectable In/Out***

    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
    0 50 kHz pre-detection bandwidth.
    5 25 kHz pre-detection bandwidth.

    Input Connector on Rear of BTR
    N 50 ohm N female connector
    B 50 ohm BNC female connector
    Q 50 ohm TNC female connector
    S 50 ohm SMA female connector

    M&C
    RS-232
    RS-422/485
    Optional Continuous Data Streaming

    Other Frequency Ranges are available.

    Part Numbering Typical part number 3430-LOON

    Base Model Band Frequency Range AFC & Filtering Bandwidth Input Conn
    BR23 L 930-2300 MHz 0, A, S, or T 0 or 5 N, B, Q, or S

    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

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