Terrasat Low Ku-Band Intelligent Block Upconverter (IBUC)

Lower terminal cost
Simplified 1+1 configuration
Point-and-click configuration
Complete set of diagnostic tools

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Low-Ku-Band Intelligent Block Upconverter

The Terrasat Intelligent Block Upconverter (IBUC) offers integrated BUC/SSPA packaging for higher performance and reliability.

IBUC Advantages

Special low Ku frequency band supports 12.75 to 13.25 GHz band.

Low profile fan shroud on 12W and above.

DC power can be supplied via IFL coax or separate DC connector for 4W through 16W models.

Guaranteed rated output power across the entire operating temperature range and frequency band.

Low phase noise exceeds IESS308/309 requirements by a minimum of 10dB.

Embedded web pages provide management for small networks using any web browser.

AGC or ALC circuits hold gain or output level constant. 16dB User-adjustable gain in 0.1 dB steps preserves modem dynamic range.

16dB User-adjustable gain in 0.1 dB steps preserves modem dynamic range.

Advanced customer interfaces:

TCP/IP HTTP with embedded web pages.
SNMP
TELNET through TCP/IP
FSK through TX IFL cable.
RS232/485 serial port.
Handheld terminal.

1+1 switching logic built into IBUC eliminates expensive external controller.

Features

Compared to traditional 70 MHz solutions, the IBUC offers significant benefits:

Lower terminal cost
Simpler design and installation
Superior RF performance
Simplified 1+1 configuration

New interfaces connect you to the IBUC's extensive M&C facilities for network management or local access. This powerful new M&C enables:

Trouble free commissioning with easy, point-and-click installation/configuration
Continuous verification of performance with alarm history.

Simplified troubleshooting of terminal faults.

The IBUC comes with a complete set of diagnostic tools including:

10 MHz input detector
Input voltage and current monitoring
Transmit L-Band input level detector
Transmit RF output level detector
Alarm history

As always, the IBUC carries Terrasat's guarantee of rated output power across the operating band and specified temperature range. Unique in the IBUC are internal AGC and ALC functions to satisfy demanding applications with stringent specifications.

The IBUC is manufactured in a modern Morgan Hill, CA facility to the same exacting quality processes as the PowerPlus series and OEM microwave products. Each unit undergoes rigorous testing, burnin at elevated temperature, BER, and final testing over temperature so that you are assured of a high quality, reliable product.

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L-Band Input
Frequency range	950 to 1450 MHz
VSWR / Impedance	1.5:1 max / 50 ohms
Connector	Type N female
Input power detector range	-55 to -20 dBm
Gain
Small Signal Gain (L-band to RF) with attenuator set to 0 dB
4W	67 dB min
8W	70 dB min
12W	72 dB min
16W	73 dB min
20W	74 dB min
25W	75 dB min
30W	76 dB min
40W	77 dB min
50W	78 dB min
Attenuator range	16 dB variable in 0.1dB steps
Gain flatness Full Band 36 MHz 1 MHz	4W to 25W 3 dB p-p max 1 dB p-p max 0.25 dB p-p
Gain flatness Full Band 36 MHz 1 MHz	30W to 50W 4dB p-p max 1dB p-p max 0.25 dB p-p
Gain variation over temperature	4W to 25W
Open loop	3 dB p-p max
With AGC	1 dB p-p max
Gain variation over temperature	30W to 50W
Open loop	4 dB p-p max
With AGC	1 dB p-p max
RF Output
Frequency range	12.75 to 13.25 GHz
Interface	WR75 UG cover with groove
VSWR	1.5:1 max
Rated output power (P1dB across temperature range and freq. band)
4W	+36 dBm min
8W	+39 dBm min
12W	+40.8 dBm min
16W	+42 dBm min
20W	+43 dBm min
25W	+44 dBm min
30W	+44.8 dBm min
40W	+46 dBm min
50W	+47 dBm min
IMD3 (2 carriers, 30 kHz apart, 9dB BO/carrier)	-30 dBc max
Level stability with ALC	± 0.5 dB
Output power detector range	Rated power to -20 dB
Power reading accuracy	±1.0 dB max.
Spurious	Complies with EN 301 430
Harmonics	-50 dBc max
External Reference (multiplexed on TX IFL)
Frequency	10 MHz
Level	-12 to +5 dBm
Local Oscillator
LO Frequency	14200 MHz
Sense	Inverting
IBUC DC Supply
Multiplexed on TX IFL	4W, 8W, 12W, 16W
Connector	ACS02E14S-6P(553)
Monitor and Control
FSK (multiplexed on TX IFL)
RS232/485
Handheld Terminal
TCP / IP	Telnet, HTTP
UDP	SNMP
Environmental
Operating temperature 4W to 25W 30W to 50W	-40oC to +60°C -40oC to +55°C
Relative humidity	100% condensing
Altitude	10,000 ft (3,000m) ASL
Mechanical
Dimensions (L x W x H) 4W/8W 12-50W	12.2" x 7.2" x 4.2" (310mm x 183mm x 107mm) 12.2" x 7.2" x 7" (310mm x 183mm x 178mm)
Weight 4W/8W 12-50W	13 lbs (5.8 kg) 17 lbs (8 kg)