NS2000 User Guide (v4.2)

User Guide NS 2000
NovelSat NS2000 Demodulator User

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About this Manual

This manual provides an overview of the NS2000 Modulator together with installation,
configuration, basic operation and maintenance information. This document is intended for use by
engineers and technicians who want/need to/should familiarize themselves with the system.
This revision of this manual holds performance, GUI and screen snapshots from software version
2.2 build (2764), firmware version 1.1.1 (build 2592).
Software version can be checked from the web GUI under System->hw/sw versions.
Please make sure your review the ‎3Installation at chapter 3 prior to actually installing the
device.
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Cautions and Warnings
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Warranty
NovelSat Ltd. (the “Seller”) warrants this NS3™ proprietary hardware equipment for twelve
(12) months from delivery by Seller (the "Warranty Period") against defects arising from
faulty materials and workmanship under conditions of normal use. The 12 months period
shall commence as from the date of the delivery of the product to you, by Seller or any of its
distributors.
This warranty is subject to the following conditions and procedures. To receive coverage
under this warranty: (1) you must provide to Seller, prior to the end of the Warranty Period
written notice regarding a defective part of an item of equipment by registered mail to the
address below and/or by e-mail to support@novelsat.com, (2) you must afford the Seller or its
authorized representative a prompt and reasonable opportunity to inspect any part as to
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which any claim is being made, (3) the relevant part must have been stored, shipped, handled,
installed, tested, operated, and maintained in accordance with the then current
recommendations set forth in the equipment's manual and/or other written instructions from
Seller and not have been modified or serviced by anyone other than Seller, (4) the proprietary
hardware box was not opened by a person that was not authorized by the Seller, as shall be
determined by the Seller, and (5) this Warranty Card was signed and sent back to the Seller
within 30 days as from the product’s receipt by you, to the address of the Seller indicated
bellow, provided however that you would be bound by the terms and conditions of this
Limited Warranty regardless of your compliance with this sub-section (5). This warranty does
not include damage to the equipment or any parts thereof resulting from a cause other than
part defect or malfunction. This warranty does not include damage resulting from neglect,
accident, fire, lightning, power or air conditioning failure or other hazard, or unreasonable
use.
Warranty to Software components shall be provided in accordance with the terms and conditions
of the Seller's standard NS3™ End User License Agreement.
Revision History
Revision Date Originator Comment
0.01
0.02
1.00 30/7/12 Ariel Kraft Release Candidate 1
4.2 18/10/12 Nir Barkan Release version 4.1
Acronyms
Acronym Description
ACM Adaptive Coding and Modulation
APSK Amplitude and Phase Shift Keying

ASI Asynchronous Serial Interface or Adjacent Satellite Interference (I don’t think we use the ASI
term in this document as Ajacent Satellite Interference although it is a common term in the
industry)
AWGN Additive White Gaussian Noise
BCH Bose-Chaudhuri-Hocquenghem multiple error correction binary block code
CCM Constant Coding and Modulation
CIR Carrier Interference Ratio
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CNR Carrier Noise Ratio
DVB Digital Video Broadcasting
DVB-S DVB System for satellite broadcasting specified in EN 300 421
DVB-S2 DVB-S2 System for satellite broadcasting specified in EN 302 307
Eb/No Energy-per-bit to Noise density ratio
EN European Norm
Es/No Energy-per-symbol to Noise density ratio
FEC Forward Error Correction
GUI Graphical User Interface
IBO Input Back Off
IF Intermediate Frequency
IM InterModulation
IMUX Input MUltixpleXer
ISI InterSymbol Interference OR Input Stream Identifier
ISSY Input Stream SYnchronizer
LDPC Low Density Parity Check (codes)
LSB Least Significant Bit
MCT Mode Code Type
MPEG Moving Pictures Experts Group
MSB Most Significant Bit
NLDC Non-Linear Distortion Compensation
NLPD Non-Linear Pre-Distortion
OMUX Output MUltixpleXer
PRBS Pseudo Random Binary Sequence
PSK Phase Shift Keying
QPSK Quaternary Phase Shift Keying
RF Radio Frequency
ROF Roll-Off-Factor
SNR Signal to Noise Ratio
TWTA Travelling Wave Tube Amplifier
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VCM Variable Coding and Modulation
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Table of Contents
Revision ...............................................................................................................................................3
Date .....................................................................................................................................................3
Originator ............................................................................................................................................3
Comment .............................................................................................................................................3
1 NS3 Overview.................................................................................................................................18
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................18
1.2 The NS3™ Advantage .............................................................................................................19
1.3 Comparing NS3™ and DVB-S2 ................................................................................................19
1.3.1 Allocated Bandwidth .......................................................................................................20
1.3.2 Noise Level ......................................................................................................................21
1.3.3 Transmit Power ...............................................................................................................21
1.3.4 Actual Performance ........................................................................................................22
1.3.5 Saturated Channel...........................................................................................................22
1.3.6 Spectral Mask ..................................................................................................................23
1.3.7 Phase Noise Immunity ....................................................................................................26
2 Theory Of Operation ......................................................................................................................28
2.1 Logical and Physical Channels concepts .................................................................................28
2.2 Dual Channel Operation .........................................................................................................29
2.3 Constant Coding and Modulation (CCM) ...............................................................................29
2.4 Variable Coding and Modulation (VCM) – Dual Channel .......................................................30
2.5 Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM) ...............................................................................32
2.5.1 Background .....................................................................................................................32
2.5.2 Constant Power Mode ....................................................................................................33
2.5.3 Constant Enevelope Mode ..............................................................................................33
2.5.4 ACM System Description .................................................................................................33
2.5.4.1 Point-to-Point ACM ................................................................................................................ 34
2.5.4.2 Point-to-Multipoint ACM ........................................................................................................ 35
2.5.4.2.1 Dual Channel addition ...................................................................................................... 35
2.5.4.3 ACM Configuration ................................................................................................................. 36
2.6 ASI Interface ...........................................................................................................................37
2.7 GbE Interface ..........................................................................................................................38
2.7.1 Full Duplex Ethernet Communication .............................................................................39
2.7.2 Point-to-Multipoint Full Duplex Ethernet Communication ............................................41
3 Installation .....................................................................................................................................42
3.1 Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................................42
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3.2 Installation Codes ...................................................................................................................42

3.3 Interconnection of Units ........................................................................................................42
3.4 Installation Requirements ......................................................................................................42
3.5 Unpacking ...............................................................................................................................43
3.6 Removal and Assembly ..........................................................................................................43
3.7 Mounting Considerations .......................................................................................................44
3.8 Demodulator Checkout ..........................................................................................................44
3.8.1 Initial Power-Up ..............................................................................................................44
4 Technical Description.....................................................................................................................45
4.1 General ...................................................................................................................................45
4.2 System Characteristics ...........................................................................................................45
4.2.1 NS3 ..................................................................................................................................45
4.2.2 DVB-S2.............................................................................................................................45
4.3 Functionality of the NS2000 demodulator .............................................................................46
4.3.1 Main Modules .................................................................................................................46
4.4 Power Supply ..........................................................................................................................46
4.5 Front Panel .............................................................................................................................47
4.6 Rear Panel...............................................................................................................................48
4.7 Connectors on the rear panel ................................................................................................48
4.7.1 Mains AC input connector ..............................................................................................48
4.7.2 RS232 M&C interface ......................................................................................................48
4.7.3 Alarm Connector .............................................................................................................50
4.7.4 Ethernet Control Connector............................................................................................50
4.7.5 ASI Interface Connectors ................................................................................................50
4.7.6 Gigabit Ethernet Traffic Connectors ..............................................................................51
4.7.7 Demodulator L-band input Connector ............................................................................51
4.7.8 Demodulator IF input Connector ....................................................................................51
5 Front Panel Operation ...................................................................................................................52
5.1 Indicators ................................................................................................................................52
5.2 Display and Keypad ................................................................................................................52
5.3 Menu Structure ......................................................................................................................53
5.3.1 Monitor ...........................................................................................................................53
5.3.1.1 Line-Status .............................................................................................................................. 53
5.3.1.1.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 53
5.3.1.1.1.1 Mode ......................................................................................................................... 53
5.3.1.1.1.2 State........................................................................................................................... 53
5.3.1.1.1.3 Composite Power ...................................................................................................... 53
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5.3.1.1.1.4 Signal Power .............................................................................................................. 53

5.3.1.1.1.5 Symbol Rate ............................................................................................................... 53
5.3.1.1.1.6 Roll Off ....................................................................................................................... 54
5.3.1.1.1.7 RF Frequency ............................................................................................................. 54
5.3.1.1.2 Channel-1.......................................................................................................................... 54
5.3.1.1.2.1 Data Rate ................................................................................................................... 54
5.3.1.1.2.2 Status ......................................................................................................................... 54
5.3.1.1.2.3 Modulation ................................................................................................................ 54
5.3.1.1.2.4 Frame-Size ................................................................................................................. 54
5.3.1.1.2.5 Pilot............................................................................................................................ 54
5.3.1.1.2.6 FEC-Rate .................................................................................................................... 54
5.3.1.1.2.7 Frames ....................................................................................................................... 54
5.3.1.1.2.8 Error-Frames.............................................................................................................. 54
5.3.1.1.2.9 FER ............................................................................................................................. 54
5.3.1.1.3 Channel-2 (if dual mode is enabled)................................................................................. 55
5.3.1.1.4 Mode-Code ....................................................................................................................... 55
5.3.1.2 Interfaces ................................................................................................................................ 55
5.3.1.2.1 Status ................................................................................................................................ 55
5.3.1.2.1.1 Name ......................................................................................................................... 55
5.3.1.2.1.2 Source ........................................................................................................................ 55
5.3.1.2.1.3 Rate............................................................................................................................ 55
5.3.1.2.2 GbE-A ................................................................................................................................ 55
5.3.1.2.2.1 TX Packets.................................................................................................................. 55
5.3.1.2.2.2 TX Bytes ..................................................................................................................... 55
5.3.1.2.2.3 CRC Errors .................................................................................................................. 55
5.3.1.2.3 GbE-B-Status ..................................................................................................................... 55
5.3.1.3 Alarms ..................................................................................................................................... 56
5.3.1.4 System-Status ......................................................................................................................... 56
5.3.1.4.1 FPGA Temperature ........................................................................................................... 56
5.3.1.4.2 10MHz Clock Source ......................................................................................................... 56
5.3.2 System .............................................................................................................................57
5.3.2.1 Database ................................................................................................................................. 57
5.3.2.1.1 Set-Factory-Default .......................................................................................................... 57
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5.3.2.1.2 Load .................................................................................................................................. 58

5.3.2.1.3 Save-As ............................................................................................................................. 58
5.3.2.1.4 Save .................................................................................................................................. 58
5.3.2.2 Versions .................................................................................................................................. 58
5.3.2.2.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 58
5.3.2.2.2 Active-SW ......................................................................................................................... 58
5.3.2.3 HW-Config............................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.1 Product Type .................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.2 Serial Number ................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.3 Hardware Version ............................................................................................................. 59
5.3.2.3.4 MAC Address .................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.5 Internal Clock Type ........................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.6 Card 1 Type ....................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.6.1 Card 1 Serial Number ................................................................................................ 59
5.3.2.3.6.2 Card 1 HW Version .................................................................................................... 59
5.3.2.3.6.3 Card 2 Type ................................................................................................................ 60
5.3.2.4 General ................................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.2.4.1 Reboot .............................................................................................................................. 60
5.3.2.4.2 Reset Passwords ............................................................................................................... 60
5.3.2.4.3 Device Name..................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.2.5 Screen Saver ........................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.2.5.1 Set-Message ..................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.2.5.2 Set-Delay........................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.3 System-Configure ............................................................................................................61
5.3.3.1 Management .......................................................................................................................... 61
5.3.3.1.1 IP ....................................................................................................................................... 61
5.3.3.1.1.1 DHCP-Client ............................................................................................................... 61
5.3.3.1.1.2 IP-Address.................................................................................................................. 61
5.3.3.1.1.3 Subnet-mask .............................................................................................................. 61
5.3.3.1.1.4 Default-Gateway ....................................................................................................... 61
5.3.3.1.1.5 DNS ............................................................................................................................ 62
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5.3.3.1.2 SNMP ................................................................................................................................ 62

5.3.3.1.2.1 SNMP Version ............................................................................................................ 62
5.3.3.1.2.2 Read-Only-Community .............................................................................................. 62
5.3.3.1.2.3 Read-Write-Community ............................................................................................ 62
5.3.3.1.2.4 Trap-Version .............................................................................................................. 62
5.3.3.1.2.5 Trap-Community-1 .................................................................................................... 62
5.3.3.1.2.6 Trap-Host-1................................................................................................................ 62
5.3.3.1.2.7 Trap-Community-2 .................................................................................................... 62
5.3.3.1.2.8 Trap-Host-2................................................................................................................ 62
5.3.3.1.3 Alarms & Events ............................................................................................................... 63
5.3.3.1.3.1 Mask .......................................................................................................................... 63
5.3.3.1.3.2 Relay Mask................................................................................................................. 63
5.3.3.2 10MHz Clock ........................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.3.2.1 Source ............................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.3.3 Serial Port ............................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.3.3.1 Baud-Rate ......................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.3.3.2 Data-Bits ........................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.3.3.3 Parity................................................................................................................................. 64
5.3.3.3.4 Stop-Bit ............................................................................................................................. 64
5.3.3.4 System-Time ........................................................................................................................... 65
5.3.3.4.1 Time .................................................................................................................................. 65
5.3.4 Demodulator-Configure ..................................................................................................66
5.3.4.1 Line ......................................................................................................................................... 66
5.3.4.1.1 Mode ................................................................................................................................ 66
5.3.4.1.2 Dual-Channel-Mode ......................................................................................................... 66
5.3.4.1.3 Symbol-Rate ..................................................................................................................... 66
5.3.4.1.4 LNB-LO-Freq ..................................................................................................................... 66
5.3.4.1.5 RF-Freq ............................................................................................................................. 67
5.3.4.1.6 Roll-Off.............................................................................................................................. 67
5.3.4.1.7 Golden-Seq ....................................................................................................................... 67
5.3.4.1.8 LNB Control....................................................................................................................... 68
5.3.4.1.9 Non-Linear Mode.............................................................................................................. 68
5.3.4.1.10 ACM Mode...................................................................................................................... 68
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5.3.4.1.10.1 ACM Margin............................................................................................................. 68

5.3.4.1.10.2 ACM Server IP Adress .............................................................................................. 68
5.3.4.1.11 Auto CCM Mode ............................................................................................................. 68
5.3.4.2 Channels ................................................................................................................................. 69
5.3.4.2.1 Channel 1 .......................................................................................................................... 69
5.3.4.2.1.1 ISI Range .................................................................................................................... 69
5.3.4.2.2 Channel 2 .......................................................................................................................... 69
5.3.4.2.2.1 ISI Range .................................................................................................................... 69
5.3.4.3 Interfaces ................................................................................................................................ 70
5.3.4.3.1 TEST .................................................................................................................................. 70
5.3.4.3.1.1 Source ........................................................................................................................ 70
5.3.4.3.1.2 Pattern ....................................................................................................................... 70
5.3.4.3.1.3 Pattern-Invert ............................................................................................................ 70
5.3.4.3.1.4 Pattern-Byte .............................................................................................................. 70
5.3.4.3.2 ASI-A ................................................................................................................................. 71
5.3.4.3.2.1 Source ........................................................................................................................ 71
5.3.4.3.2.2 Data-Invert ................................................................................................................ 71
5.3.4.3.2.3 Data Rate Mode......................................................................................................... 71
5.3.4.3.2.4 Data Rate ................................................................................................................... 71
5.3.4.3.2.5 Data Rate Accuracy.................................................................................................... 71
5.3.4.3.3 ASI-B ................................................................................................................................. 72
5.3.4.3.3.1 Source ........................................................................................................................ 72
5.3.4.3.3.2 Data-Invert ................................................................................................................ 72
5.3.4.3.3.3 Data Rate Mode......................................................................................................... 72
5.3.4.3.3.4 Data Rate ................................................................................................................... 73
5.3.4.3.3.5 Data Rate Accuracy.................................................................................................... 73
5.3.4.3.4 GbE-A ................................................................................................................................ 73
5.3.4.3.4.1 Source ........................................................................................................................ 73
5.3.4.3.4.2 Auto-Negotiation ....................................................................................................... 73
5.3.4.3.4.3 Speed ......................................................................................................................... 73
5.3.4.3.4.4 Duplex........................................................................................................................ 74
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5.3.4.3.4.5 Encapsulation ............................................................................................................ 74

5.3.4.3.5 GbE-B ................................................................................................................................ 74
5.3.4.3.5.1 Source ........................................................................................................................ 74
5.3.4.3.5.2 Auto-Negotiation ....................................................................................................... 74
5.3.4.3.5.3 Speed ......................................................................................................................... 74
5.3.4.3.5.4 Duplex........................................................................................................................ 74
5.3.4.3.5.5 Encapsulation ............................................................................................................ 75
6 Remote Control Operation ............................................................................................................76
6.1 Web Interface .........................................................................................................................76
6.1.1 Monitor ...........................................................................................................................78
6.1.1.1 Line ......................................................................................................................................... 78
6.1.1.2 Interface ................................................................................................................................. 78
6.1.1.2.1 Status ................................................................................................................................ 78
6.1.1.2.2 Gb Ethernet ...................................................................................................................... 79
6.1.1.3 Alarm ...................................................................................................................................... 79
6.1.1.4 Event ....................................................................................................................................... 79
6.1.1.5 System .................................................................................................................................... 79
6.1.2 System .............................................................................................................................80
6.1.2.1 Database ................................................................................................................................. 80
6.1.2.1.1 Preset Configurations ....................................................................................................... 80
6.1.2.1.2 Load .................................................................................................................................. 80
6.1.2.1.3 Save As.............................................................................................................................. 81
6.1.2.1.4 Rename............................................................................................................................. 82
6.1.2.1.5 Delete ............................................................................................................................... 82
6.1.2.1.6 Download ......................................................................................................................... 82
6.1.2.1.7 Upload Configuration ....................................................................................................... 82
6.1.2.1.8 Save .................................................................................................................................. 83
6.1.2.2 HW/SW Versions .................................................................................................................... 84
6.1.2.3 License .................................................................................................................................... 85
6.1.2.4 SW Upgrade ............................................................................................................................ 85
6.1.2.5 General ................................................................................................................................... 87
6.1.2.6 Users ....................................................................................................................................... 87
6.1.2.6.1 Delete User ....................................................................................................................... 87
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6.1.2.6.2 Change Password ............................................................................................................. 88

6.1.2.6.3 Add User ........................................................................................................................... 88
6.1.3 System – Configure options ............................................................................................88
6.1.3.1 Management .......................................................................................................................... 88
6.1.3.1.1 IP ....................................................................................................................................... 88
6.1.3.1.2 SNMP ................................................................................................................................ 89
6.1.3.1.3 Alrams&Events ................................................................................................................. 89
6.1.3.2 10MHz-Clock ........................................................................................................................... 89
6.1.3.3 Serial Port ............................................................................................................................... 90
6.1.3.4 System-Time ........................................................................................................................... 90
6.1.4 Demodulator - Config options ........................................................................................91
6.1.4.1 Line ......................................................................................................................................... 91
6.1.4.2 Channel 1 ................................................................................................................................ 91
6.1.4.3 Channel 2 ................................................................................................................................ 92
6.1.4.4 Interface Test .......................................................................................................................... 92
6.1.4.5 Interface ASI-A ........................................................................................................................ 92
6.1.4.6 Interface ASI-B ........................................................................................................................ 92
6.1.4.7 Interface Gb Ethernet-A ......................................................................................................... 93
6.1.4.8 Interface Gb Ethernet-B.......................................................................................................... 93
6.1.5 MCT Calculator ................................................................................................................94
6.1.5.1 How To Access NovelSat MCT Calculator ............................................................................... 94
6.1.5.2 NovelSat MCT Calculator Structure ........................................................................................ 94
6.1.5.3 NovelSat MCT Calculator’s Results ......................................................................................... 95
6.1.5.4 NovelSat MCT Example........................................................................................................... 96
6.1.5.4.1 Advised Mode Code.......................................................................................................... 96
6.1.5.4.2 Result Table Legend.......................................................................................................... 97
6.1.5.4.3 Applying a Specific Mode Code on the Device ................................................................. 97
6.2 SNMP ......................................................................................................................................98
6.2.1 Compatibility remarks .....................................................................................................98
6.2.2 Checklist for getting started ............................................................................................99
7 Quick Operation Guide ................................................................................................................100
7.1 Single_Channel_ASI-A_L-Band .............................................................................................101
7.2 Dual_Channel_ASI_VCM_L-Band .........................................................................................101
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7.3 Single_Channel_GbE-A_L-Band ............................................................................................101

7.4 Dual_Channel_GbE_VCM_L-Band ........................................................................................102
7.5 Dual_Channel_PRBS_IF-Band ...............................................................................................102
7.6 Redudancy Switch operation ...............................................................................................103
8 Technical Specifications ...............................................................................................................104
8.1 Input Interfaces ....................................................................................................................104
8.1.1 L-Band Input ..................................................................................................................104
8.1.2 LNB Power Control ........................................................................................................104
8.1.3 IF-Band Input .................................................................................................................104
8.1.4 10MHz Reference Clock I/O (Optional).........................................................................104
8.1.5 10 MHz Clock – High Stability (Optional) ......................................................................105
8.2 Baseband ..............................................................................................................................105
8.2.1 DVB-S2...........................................................................................................................105
8.2.2 NS3 ................................................................................................................................105
8.3 Output Interfaces .................................................................................................................105
8.3.1 ASI Output .....................................................................................................................105
8.3.2 GbE Output (Optional) ..................................................................................................105
8.4 Monitor and Control Interfaces ...........................................................................................105
8.4.1 SW interfaces ................................................................................................................105
8.4.2 Serial RS232 Interface ...................................................................................................106
8.4.3 Ethernet ........................................................................................................................106
8.4.4 Alarm Interface .............................................................................................................106
8.5 Physical .................................................................................................................................106
8.6 Environmental ......................................................................................................................106
8.7 Optional Interfaces ...............................................................................................................106
9 Ordering Information...................................................................................................................107
10 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................108
10.1 No Web GUI appears ............................................................................................................108
10.2 Parameters mismatch ..........................................................................................................108
10.3 Golden Sequnce Matching ...................................................................................................108
10.4 No Input Power ....................................................................................................................108
10.5 Dual Channel mislock ...........................................................................................................108
11 Maintenance and Service .........................................................................................................109
11.1 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................109
11.2 Service ..................................................................................................................................109
11.3 Company Address .................................................................................................................109
11.4 RMA Form.............................................................................................................................110
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List of Figures
Figure 1 - Allocated Bandwidth .............................................................................................................20
Figure 2 - Noise Level ............................................................................................................................21
Figure 3 - DVB-S2/NS3 Transmit power ................................................................................................21
Figure 4 - Nominal Performance Chart .................................................................................................22
Figure 5 - Performance Comparison in Saturated and non-saturated channel conditions..................23
Figure 6 - NS1000 Spectral image, NS3, 5% ROF, 12MHz .....................................................................24
Figure 7 - NS1000 Spectral image, DVB-S2, 20% ROF, 72MHz .............................................................25
Figure 8 - NS1000 Spectral image, NS3, 5% ROF, 72MHz .....................................................................25
Figure 9 - Phase Noise Immunity Results ..............................................................................................26
Figure 10 - Phase Noise Mask applied for Phase Noise Test ................................................................27
Figure 11 - Phase Noise Test Setup .......................................................................................................27
Figure 12 - Physical and Logical channels concept ...............................................................................28
Figure 13 - VCM illustration ..................................................................................................................30
Figure 14 - Dual Channels with QoS mechanism ..................................................................................31
Figure 15 - Point - to - Point ACM .........................................................................................................34
Figure 16 - Point-to Mulit Point ACM....................................................................................................35
Figure 17 - ACM with Dual Channel Example .......................................................................................36
Figure 18 - NSPE Overhead Vs. Etherne Frame Size .............................................................................38
Figure 19 - Full Duplex example with a router......................................................................................39
Figure 20 - Full Duplex example using a switch and VLANs ..................................................................40
Figure 21 - Point to Mulit Point Full Duplex example ...........................................................................41
Figure 22 – NS2000 Block Diagram .......................................................................................................46
Figure 23 – NS2000 Front Panel ............................................................................................................47
Figure 24 – NS2000 Rear Panel .............................................................................................................48
Figure 25 - Redundant switch alarm cable ...........................................................................................50
Figure 26 - Gigabit Ethernet Interface (RJ-45 socket connector), IEEE 802.3ab compliant .................51
Figure 27 - Home Page display ..............................................................................................................77
Figure 28 - Active Areas example..........................................................................................................77
Figure 29 - Monitor Line Screen ............................................................................................................78
Figure 30 - Monitor Interface Screen ....................................................................................................78
Figure 31 - Monitor Gb Ethernet Interface ...........................................................................................79
Figure 32 - NS2000 System Alarms Screen ...........................................................................................79
Figure 33 - Monitor Events screen ........................................................................................................79
Figure 34 - NS2000 System Status Screen ............................................................................................80
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Figure 35 - NS2000 Database Settings Screen ......................................................................................80

Figure 36 - Load Configuration Option .................................................................................................81
Figure 37- Save Configuration Option...................................................................................................81
Figure 38 - Rename Configuration Option ............................................................................................82
Figure 39 - Delete Configuration Option...............................................................................................82
Figure 40 - Download Configuration Option .........................................................................................82
Figure 41 - Upload Configuration Option..............................................................................................83
Figure 42 -Save Configuration Option...................................................................................................83
Figure 43 - NS2000 HW/SW configuration screen ................................................................................84
Figure 44 - NS2000 license Screen ........................................................................................................85
Figure 45 - NS2000 SW Upgrade Screen ...............................................................................................86
Figure 46 – NS2000 General Options screen ........................................................................................87
Figure 47 – NS2000 USERS actions screen ............................................................................................87
Figure 48 - NS2000 Delete user Screen.................................................................................................87
Figure 49 - NS2000 Change password Screen.......................................................................................88
Figure 50 - NS2000 Add User Screen ....................................................................................................88
Figure 51 – NS2000 Management IP screen .........................................................................................88
Figure 52 – NS2000 SNMP screen .........................................................................................................89
Figure 53 – NS2000 Alarms & Events screen ........................................................................................89
Figure 54 – NS2000 10MHz Clock screen..............................................................................................89
Figure 55 – NS2000 Serial Port screen ..................................................................................................90
Figure 56 – NS2000 Date & Time screen ..............................................................................................90
Figure 57 - Demodulator Config Line Page ...........................................................................................91
Figure 58 - Demodulator Config Channel 1 Settings .............................................................................91
Figure 59 - Demodulator Config Channel 2 Settings .............................................................................92
Figure 60 – NS2000 Interface Test screen ............................................................................................92
Figure 61 – NS2000 Interface ASI-A ......................................................................................................92
Figure 62 – NS2000 Interface ASI-B ......................................................................................................93
Figure 63 – NS2000 Interface GbE-A.....................................................................................................93
Figure 64 – NS2000 Interface GbE-B .....................................................................................................93
Figure 65 - MCT Calculator Tab on NS2000 WEB gui ............................................................................94
Figure 66 - MCT Calculator structure ....................................................................................................94
Figure 67 - MCT Calculator Comparison Methods ................................................................................95
Figure 68 - MCT Calculator Use Example ..............................................................................................96
Figure 69 - MCT Calculator Legend .......................................................................................................97
Figure 70 - MCT Calculator Result Table and Apply Buttons ................................................................97
Figure 71 - Back to Back connection ...................................................................................................101
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Figure 72 - Single IRD Source redundancy example ...........................................................................103
List of Tables
Table 1 - ACM Example .........................................................................................................................33
Table 2: NS2000 Monitor Connector ....................................................................................................49
Table 3: NS2000 Alarm Connector ........................................................................................................50
Table 4 - General sub menu items ........................................................................................................58
Table 5 – Active-SW sub menu items ...................................................................................................59
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1 NS3 Overview
1.1 Introduction
Until the recent emergence of NS3™ 3G-Sat technology, the belief in the industry was that it is
almost impossible to improve the spectral efficiency of the latest DVB-S2 protocol. In spite of
this belief, the NS3™ modulation scheme achieves 20%-37% increase in throughput when
compared to DVB-S2.
In order to deliver the improvements that NS3™ provides, NovelSat has integrated NS3™ into
a state-of-the-art Modulator/Demodulator pair which are designed for both video and data
transmission. This equipment has two other unique characteristics in addition to NS3™:
1) The ability to support 72MHz as a single carrier
2) The ability to process wideband, high-quality signals to deliver ultra-broadband speeds up
to 358Mbps.
In typical video contribution/distribution conditions on 36MHz or smaller carriers, NS3™
usually delivers an improvement of 28% over DVB-S2 . While operating on 72MHz
transponders, the improved throughput increases to 37%-62% and beyond. The ability to
transmit single 72MHZ carrier eliminates co-carrier interference and allows saturating the
transponder. The result is an increased signal power by more than 2 dB relative to a multi-
carrier scenario. This effect, combined with NS3™ cutting edge modulation scheme, yields
total capacity improvements in excess of 50%.
NS3™ was designed using most of the basic building blocks and fundamental techniques of
DVB-S2. However, NovelSat enhanced some of them and added new ones to substantially
increase the performance and robustness. The first products to use the NS3™, third
generation satellite modulation, are NovelSat's NS1000 Modulator and NS2000 Demodulator.
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1.2 The NS3™ Advantage

The NS3 advantage derives from many different factors in such a manner that, summing all
contributions, yields a major performance/spectral efficiency increase. These contributions include:
 ROF as low as 5%
 Improved algorithms for error correction (stronger LDPC)
 Better granularity (the ability to move to a better constellation even for small improvement
(fractions of dB) of SNR at different channel conditions
 Higher capacity constellations yielding the ability to get more data for higher SNR (where
DVB-S2 stop at ~15dB)
 Non Linear Distortion Compensator on the Demodulator side, to operate at saturated
transponder (more robust solution compare to pre-distortion at the Modulator side)
 Lower inherent implementation loss of demodulator from competition resulting with lower
threshold values
 Support transmission of a single carrier on a 72MHz transponder in saturation mode
 Special algorithms to handle high phase noise conditions
 All of the above is additive to any data compression schemes might be added before the
NS1000 modulator
1.3 Comparing NS3™ and DVB-S2

NS3™ is a true and de-facto candidate to be the industry new standard. The DVB-S3, if you like.
NS3™ stands out and pass all the required criteria needed to be a new standard. It has at least 20%
performance improvent over DVB-S2 nad it sets out new capablities for satellite communications
providers to overcome future needs.
In order to compare apples to apples, all the following tests of NS3 were held under three main
contraints:
 Equal Bandwidth
 Equal Noise Level
 Equal Transmit Power.
All the results to appear were achieved while comparing the performance of DVB-S2, (NovelSat's
DVB-S2 which has the insdustry's lowest implementation loss) while keeping the contraints
mentioned above.
The tests carried out were to set a certain link condition and test throughput , and then under the
same conditions change to NS3™ and test throuput here.
The following sections depict this concepts and results.
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1.3.1 Allocated Bandwidth

When comparing NS-3 with DVB-S2, we would like to make sure the allocated bandwidth is kept the
same. A spectral snapshot of both NS3™ (in yellow) and DVB-S2 (in green) 36MHz signals are shown
in Figure 1 as an example.
Figure 1 - Allocated Bandwidth
The DVB-S2 signal roll-off factor setting shown in Figure 1 is 20% and, accordingly, the baud rate was
set to 30MBaud. The NS-3 signal roll-off factor setting shown in Figure 1 is 5% and, accordingly, the
baud rate was set to 34.28MBaud (Symb/s=BW/(1+Roll Off). This was kept fixed throughout the
comparison. The two red vertical lines represent the 36MHz channel boundaries. As can be
observed, both signals fully reside within the allocated bandwidth and do not interfere with
adjacent channels.
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1.3.2 Noise Level

as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 - Noise Level
The two red ellipses emphasize the noise level on both sides of the carrier.
1.3.3 Transmit Power

The transmit power of both NS3™ and DVB-S2 signals was kept the same during the comparison, in
order to simulate the power limitation of the on-board TWT amplifier. The transmit power is equal
to the integral of the power spectral density of the signals, and is illustrated by the red shaded area
in Figure 3 for DVB-S2 and NS3™ signals, respectively.
DVB-S2 NS3™
Figure 3 - DVB-S2/NS3 Transmit power
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As can be seen in , although the spectral shapes of NS3™ and DVB-S2 signals are different, the total
transmit power is identical.
1.3.4 Actual Performance

The actual performance of the NS3™ protocol and DVB-S2 are shown in Figure 4 measured at
30Mbaud with the NS2000. Keep in mind that while the NovelSat implementation loss for
DVB-S2 is negligible, implementation losses in DVB-S2 competitors’ equipment can be
substantial. Documented competitor implementation losses explain why actual NS3™
performance improvements in the field are greater than what we show in this chart.
Performance Comparison
5.5
DVB-S2
5 NS3
4.5
4
Ru [bits/sec/Hz]
3.5
2.5
1.5
1
6 8 10 12 14 16 18
CNR [dB]
Figure 4 - Nominal Performance Chart
The horizontal axis represents the Carrier to Noise Ratio (CNR), in dB, and the vertical axis
represents the spectral efficiency in bits/sec/Hz. As can be seen, NS3™ is better than the DVB-
S2 protocol at all CNR values.
1.3.5 Saturated Channel

Incorporating the non-linear effects of the satellite chain, specifically the Carrier Noise Ratio
amplifier, IMUX and OMUX filtering prove that the NS3™ protocol advantages over DVB-S2 are
kept throughout the CNR range. This scenario is typical when using a single carrier per
transponder and high saturation is allowed. The objective conditions that were kept the same
during this NS3™ and DVB-S2 comparison are:
 TWTA – same Psat (saturation level) and AM-AM and AM-PM curve
 Noise level
 Out of band interference after OMUX filtering
The input back-off factor to the TWTA was optimized with each ModCod, both in DVB-S2 and
NS3™ modes, in order to optimize the performance. Figure 5 shows the ensemble
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performance of NS3™ protocol in saturated and non-saturated conditions against ensemble

performance of DVB-S2.
5.5
Shannon
5 NS3
DVB-S2
4.5 NS3 IMUX-TWT-OMUX
DVB-S2 IMUX-TWT-OMUX
4
Ru [bits/sec/Hz]
3.5
2.5
1.5
1
4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
Psat/No
Figure 5 - Performance Comparison in Saturated and non-saturated channel conditions
The red line on the top is the Shannon limit (in pure linear channel conditions), the next two green
and blue upper lines represent NS3™ and DVB-S2 performance, respectively, with linear channel
conditions and the next two green and blue lower lines represent NS3™ and DVB-S2 performance,
respectively, in a saturated satellite link. As can be seen, the advantage of NS3™ protocol over DVB-
S2 is kept almost the same in saturated channel as well. The saturated channel lines assume no pre-
distortion.
Incorporating Non-Linear Pre-Distortion (NLPD), which is supported by NovelSat’s modulator and
de-modulator, will shift up both graphs. However, the advantage of NS3™ protocol over DVB-S2 will
be maintained. In addition to that, NovelSat’s solution is the only one in the market that supports
non-linear equalization on the receiver side which gives performance almost as good as ideal NLPD
but without the need for a feedback link and without the knowledge or characterization of the
specific satellite in use. The non-linear equalization on the receiver side adapts automatically to
mitigate the non-linear impairments. If for example the IBO to the TWT changes due to fading on
the uplink – the receiver would adapt automatically.
1.3.6 Spectral Mask

The spectral image of the “noise free” 12MHz NS3™ signal with ROF 5% coming out of the
NS1000 modulator in NS3™ is shown in Figure 6.
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Figure 6 - NS1000 Spectral image, NS3, 5% ROF, 12MHz
As can be seen, the signal fully resides within the allocated bandwidth and the out of band noise
level drops down to about -65dB.
A similar spectral image of the “noise free” 72MHz DVB-S2 signal with ROF 20% and 72MHz
NS3™ signal with ROF 5% are show in Figure 7 and Figure 8, respectively.
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Figure 7 - NS1000 Spectral image, DVB-S2, 20% ROF, 72MHz
Figure 8 - NS1000 Spectral image, NS3, 5% ROF, 72MHz
Once again, the signals fully reside within the allocated 72MHz bandwidth.
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1.3.7 Phase Noise Immunity

NS3™ provides excellent phase noise immunity compared to DVB-S2, utilizing special algorithm
designed to mitigate it. As can be seen in Figure 9, for the same applied phase noise (See Figure 10)
to a DVB-S2 demodualtor and NS3 demodulator, the SNR increase need in DVB-S2 to maintain the
modecode was 2dB while in NS3 it was only 0.4dB .
3
DVB-S2
NS3
32APSK 8/15
24.5Mbps
2.5
Ru [bits/sec/Hz]
+0.4 dB
+2.0 dB
2 16APSK 2/3
21.4Mbps
1.5
6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11
CNR [dB]
Figure 9 - Phase Noise Immunity Results
As shown in Figure 10, the applied phase noise is as shown in the RED line while the BLUE line is a
typical Set Top Box phase noise mask stated in DVB-S2 standard.
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Phase noise mask

-20
Typical
-30 Under Test
-40
-50
Density [dBc/Hz]
-60
-70
-80
-90
-100
-110
-120
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
10 10 10 10 10 10 10
Freq [Hz]
Figure 10 - Phase Noise Mask applied for Phase Noise Test
Our test set-up looks as depicted in Figure 11.

NS2000 Demodulator
NS3
NS1000 Modulator RF Mixer Splitter

NS3/DVB-S2 Coupler NS2000 Demodulator
DVB-S2
Competitors
DVB-S2 DVB-S2 Demodulator
Signal White Noise Spectrum

Generator Generator Analyzer
Figure 11 - Phase Noise Test Setup
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2 Theory Of Operation
2.1 Logical and Physical Channels concepts
NS3™ make use of logical and physical channels concept. The NS2000 has two logical channels,
namely channel 1 and channel 2 and they can be assigned to any physical channel. In a way the NS3
implements a multiplexer per each logical channel, that can transmitted over the same carrier.
Figure 12 depicts this concept more clearly.
Channel 1
BER
Meter
Σ Demodulator
Channel 2
Logical
Physical
Figure 12 - Physical and Logical channels concept
Do note, that only if dual channel option is enabled, the above diagram applies. If only single
channel is enabled, only logical channel 1 exists, and all physical channels may be connected to
channel 1.
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2.2 Dual Channel Operation

The NS2000 Dual Channel option enables any two inputs to be combined simultaneously over one
carrier, each with a different modulation scheme using Variable Coding Modulation (VCM),
one for each channel. This enables transmission quality that is dependent upon the interface
content and the different receivers‘ locations.
Dual Channel operation also enables the combination of Ethernet Stream and the ASI interface,
easing migration to IP streaming while controlling the QoS of each stream. Each channel can get a
dynamic bandwidth allocation in a 1% resolution. The major advantage of NovelSat's dual channel
solution is that if a pre-configured channel does not need its bandwidth at the current time, the
second channel can receive the given bandwidth for bulky data chunks transfer, thus, utilizing the
costly space segment in a optimal manner.
The respective output channels will output at the respective output connector on the rear panel,
identical to the configuration it was injected on the NS1000. For example, data injected on ASI-A IN
connector will come out on ASI-A OUT connector.
Dual channel can be enabled using the WEB GUI (See ‎6.1.4.1) or the front panel (See ‎5.3.4.1.2 Error!
Reference source not found.)
2.3 Constant Coding and Modulation (CCM)

Constant Coding and Modulation (ACM) denotes the stability of modulation, coding and other signal
and protocol parameters regardless to the conditions of the radio link. NS3™ provides a vast range
of modulation schemes and forward error correction (FEC) modes to accommodate many difffrent
radio links conditions. Upon Setting the modulator channel setting, that is, the modulation and FEC,
they will remain the same until changed again by the user. All the frames transmitted over the
selected carrier will use the same parameters.
This mode is supported in all transmission protocols, that is:
 DVB-S2
 NS3
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2.4 Variable Coding and Modulation (VCM) – Dual Channel

As was initially introduced in DVB-S2, NS3™ offers along with the dual channel option, the ability to
have two separate streams, originating from different physical sources (ASI, GbE etc'), to be on the
same actual carrier while possessing a different ModeCode, thus enabling maximization of
throughput to different remote sites. See Figure 13 for illustration.
MODECODE #1
NS2000
MODECODE #2
NS1000
NS2000
Figure 13 - VCM illustration
The NS3 dual channel option also allows improved utilization of the allocated bandwidth using its
built-in Qouality-Of-Service mechanism. To better explain this mechanism, let us explore the next
example,as depicted in the figure shown below.
ModeCode#1 – Video – 70%
NS2000
MODECODE#2 –
Ethernet – 30%
NS1000 NS2000
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Figure 14 - Dual Channels with QoS mechanism
Now ModeCode#1 was assigned 70% of the total allocated wandwidth while ModeCode#2 was
allocated the remaining 30%. Let us also assume, that ModeCode #1 is transmitting a Video Stream
using ASI I/F and ModeCode#2 is for Ethernet Data. Assuming now, the Video stream is off or at a
lower definition, thus, the actual bit rate has decreased. Instead of sending dummy frames using
ModeCode#1, the NS3 technology, can allocate the redundant bandwidth to ModeCode#2,
assuming more data can be stuffed there. The NS3 mechanism will automatically ensure the
allocated 70% bandwidth if the Video Stream is now back again and demands more bandwidth. This
action will be operating, automatically, with no need of a human operator intervention.
This mode is supported in all the following transmission protocols, that is:
 DVB-S2
 NS3
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2.5 Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM)

Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM) denotes the matching of modulation, coding and other
signal and protocol parameters to the conditions of the radio link. The process of link adaptation is a
dynamic one and the signal and protocol parameters change as the radio link conditions change.
ACM Mode is used to adjust modulation parameters to such changing link conditions and allows
using the highest possible modulation with current link status. If link conditions get worse, the
system will automatically change modulation in order to avoid loss of data. If a link condition is
improved, the system will automatically change modulation to highest possible modulation.
The NS1000 modulator along with NS2000 demodulators supporting the ACM option can offer
substantial operation improvements:
 ACM can turn fade margin into increased link capacity – substantial capacity improvement
are possible, when compared to Constant Coding and Modulation (CCM) performance. This
is acheived by automatically adapting the MODCOD to give maximal throughput.
 ACM can maximize the throughput regardless of the actual link conditions (noise, clear sky,
rain fade, or other degredation factors). Initial setup is easy and requires no further user
intervention.
 The ACM can be set to a target link margin value which will always be kept.
 With a traditional CCM system, severe degredation may cause the total loss of the link –
resulting actually no throughput. ACM can keep the link active during heavy fades with lower
throughput, and can yield much higher system availability.
2.5.1 Background
Depending on the geographical region and link budget criteria, faded conditions can occur at a very
small pecrtange of time. In those cases, the operating SNR of the link is usually higher than needed ,
for the rest of the time. This is usually referd to as the Link Margin. ACM can take advantage of this
link margin by changing the ModeCode during unfaded conditions, thus, allowing the link to have a
higher throughput during these periods. An example may illustrate this point. Table shows the
several ModCods, the Spectral Efficiency (SE), and Es/No for the NS3™ assuming Normal Frame size
of 64,800 bits.
ModeCode Minimal CNR[dB] Spectral Efficentcy Datarate (Mbps) @

[b/S/Hz] 34.285MSPS
7.60 16APSK 3/5 2.2 79.20
8.03 16APSK 19/30 2.33 83.88
8.50 32APSK 8/15 2.45 88.20
9.14 32APSK 17/30 2.60 93.60
9.78 16APSK 3/4 2.76 99.36
10.36 32APSK 19/30 2.91 104.76
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10.70 16APSK 4/5 2.94 105.84

10.92 32APSK 2/3 3.07 110.52
11.63 32APSK 32/45 3.27 117.72
12.43 32APSK 3/4 3.45 124.20
Table 1 - ACM Example
If a link is designed to operate at an CNR of 8 dB during a 4dB fade, the 4dB fade is the link margin
mentioned above. When fade conditions are not present, the link margin can be converteted into a
higher link CNR: 8dB + 4dB of link margin resulting new CNR of 12dB. This non faded CNR of 12dB
allows for a much higher ModeCode to be used, offering a higher Spectral Effeciency. The
corresponding Spectral Efficiencies in this example range from 2.33bits/Sec/Hz to 3.27bits/Sec/Hz.
2.5.2 Constant Power Mode

In constant power mode the modulator produces has the same output power but the peak to
average keeps changing when constellations change even on a frame by frame basis, thus the
input back-off in the satellite is not constant. This is the suitable ACM mode for a linear satellite
link, that is, not saturated. The Back-off is measured as the average power of the signal vs. the
saturation level of the TWTA. Therefor when we work in constant power the Back-off is fixed.
2.5.3 Constant Enevelope Mode

In the case of a saturated channel, the input back-off changes degrade the overall performance,
thus the constant envelope mode keeps the peak to average ratio constant regardless of the
transmitted constellations, thus maintain same back-off for all frames. The Back-off is measured as
the average power of the signal vs. the saturation level of the TWTA, and while working with
constant envelope the outer circle of each constellation has the same amplitude and therefor the
back-off is not fixed (for example it is lower for QPSK and higher for 32APSK).
2.5.4 ACM System Description

There are a number of essential requirements to enable this scheme:
a) The NS1000 modulator which can instantaneously, upon receiving the command, change
ModeCode. This has to be accomplished without the corruption of data anywhere in the path. The
ModeCode must remain fixed throughout an entire frame and may change to any other ModeCode
on the next frame.
b) The NS1000 modulator must send the value of ModeCode at the start of each frame to inform
the far side NS2000 demodulator on which ModeCode to be locked upon.
c) A far side NS2000 demodulator capable of demodulating and decoding the signal transmitted by
the near side modulator without any prior knowledge of when a change has taken place, based
purely on the value of ModCod seen at the start of each Frame. Again, this needs to be
accomplished without the corruption of data anywhere in the path.
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d) The far side receiver needs to derive an estimate of the link quality, the received Es/No, and then
communicate this estimate, via a return channel, back to the near side modulator.
e) The near side modulator needs to process the link quality metric from the far side demodulator
and, based upon a pre-determined algorithm, adapt the data rate and change the ModeCode sent
to the far side receiver. This closes the loop and maximizes the data rate for the current link
conditions.
2.5.4.1 Point-to-Point ACM
Lets us consider the system shown in Figure 15. As can be seen, if the remote site fading conditions
degrade, due to geographic condition, upon a message on the return channel of the receiving
conditions, the modulator will have to reduce the capacity.
If a clear sky conditions reappear, the modulator will increase the ModeCode to the highest
possible, upon receiving a message on the now improved receiving conditions while keeping the
desired Link Margin constraint set by the user.
Clear Sky
NS1000
NS2000
Rain
NS1000
NS2000
Figure 15 - Point - to - Point ACM
Also, the user must we aware that if a ACM report return link fail to exist from some reason, the
system will automatically reduce the ModeCode to QPSK 1/4 which is the lowest possible
ModeCode assuming it can be recived on remote side at all condtions.
Once the receiving report are renewed the ModeCode will be updated accordingly.
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Please note, ACM Mode only supports pilots on. Enabling ACM Mode will force channel to transmit
data with pilots.
2.5.4.2 Point-to-Multipoint ACM
ACM can offcourse support a point to multipoint scheme using ACM and all the benefits mentioned
above are valid. However, in this configuration since all remote sites recieve the same transmission
(same ModeCode), and all demodulators are monitored by ACM, the weakest link will be the bottle
neck and will dictate the used ModeCode.
Lets us consider the system shown in Figure 16, as can be seen even if on one remote site the fading
conditions degrade, while other have a clear sky condition due to geographic condition, all the
stations will have to reduce the capacity.
Clear Sky
NS1000
NS2000
Rain
NS2000
Figure 16 - Point-to Mulit Point ACM
Also, the user must we aware that if a ACM report return link fail to exist from some reason, the
system will automatically reduce the ModeCode to QPSK 1/4 which is the lowest possible
ModeCode assuming it can be recived on remote side at all condtions.
Once the receiving report are renewed the ModeCode will be updated accordingly.
In order to avoid this sensitivity NovelSat came up with the Dual Channel with ACM option,
explained in details in the next section. Please note, ACM Mode only supports pilots on. Enabling
ACM Mode will force both channels to transmit data with pilots.
2.5.4.2.1 Dual Channel addition

NovelSat dual channel feature when combined with ACM functionality allows the system to
maximize capacity while avoiding constraints of one remote site, In this scenario, let us consider two
remote sites. Here, if one is experiencing fading, its own ModeCode will reduce, while the other
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station experiencing clear sky condition can maintain its high ModeCode. Figure 17 shows an
example of this scenario.
Clear Sky
ModeCode#1
NS1000
NS2000
Rain
ModeCode#2
NS2000
Figure 17 - ACM with Dual Channel Example
2.5.4.3 ACM Configuration

On the Modulator Side, the user must enable the ACM feature (please refer to NS1000 User Guide
section ‎6.1.4.1).
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2.6 ASI Interface

ASI interface (Asynchronous Serial Interface) is mainly used to stream MPEG data into the
modulatorfor video transmission applications. Constant Bit Rate (CBR) is usually used for those
applications. The MPEG data is composed of 188 Bytes Transport Stream packets. There is no
flow control mechanism on the ASI interface, hence the need to accept and process all incoming
data. The NS1000 supports up to two ASI input streams which can be transmitted concurrently in
dual channel mode. There are few options to handle the incoming data, depending on the use case
and the following parameters:
 Modulation scheme – DVBS/DSNG, DVB-S2, NS3
 Single/Dual channel
 Receiver capabilities
Matching the ASI data rate to the Line data rate, can be done by one of the following
MPEG process Mode options:
 Data-Adjust: Adding or dropping MPEG Null-Packets. Using this option also requires a
correction to the PCR packets, called PCR restamping.
 Symbol-Adjust: Adjusting the symbol rate, so the line data rate will match the ASI data
rate.
The Rate-Adjust option is required in the following scenarios:
 While operating at DVBS/DSNG mode (since PHY dummy frames were introduced only with
DVB-S2)
 Hooking directly (via the RF input) to old receivers which do not fully support the DVB-S2
standard, dummy frames feature
 At any scenario that the IRD cannot lock on the RF signal or the output video for the IRD is
not smooth
The Rate-Adjust option is only available when operating with ASI on single channel and cannot be
used while operating at one of the following modes:
 Dual channel support
 Ethernet + ASI usage
 Data is not modified (e.g. if using proprietary format)
If the Rate-Adjust option is not used, it becomes necessary to keep the ASI input data rate below
the line data rate, in order to avoid overflowing the input buffers. Sometimes, the ASI
encoder data rate is not 100% accurate, hence it is recommended to allow a few ppms
(~50ppm) margin (i.e. decreasing the ASI rate or increasing slightly the symbol rate) to
compensate for the inaccuracy.
When buffer overflow occurs, an alarm will be activated indicating buffer overflow. At that time,
operators can adjust the data rate or symbol rate accordingly.
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2.7 GbE Interface

Generally speaking, the NS1000 modulator in conjuction with the NS2000 demodulator serve as a
uni-directional bridge with repsect to Ethernet traffic, therefore any additive compression technique
will not degrade NS3™ capacity improvement. Nevertheless, in order to accomdate Ethernet
frames over the satellite link, encapsulation has to implemented on incoming Ethernet data, in
order to facilitate the ether data over the transmissible packetized or generic stream packets
defined initially in DVB-S2.
NS3™ offers the NSPE (NovelSat Properietary Encapsulation) to facilitate that need. The NSPE is a
very budgetary and light weight encapsulation scheme, specially designed to reduce encapsulation
overhead over actual traffic data. Figure 18, demonstrates this, and one can see that as quickly as
the Ethernet frame size is above 400 bytes, the overhead is less than 1%.
NSPE Overhead Vs. Ethernet Frame Size

7
4
Overhead
(%)
3 NSPE
Overhead
0
0 512 1024 1536 2048 2560 3072 3584 4096 4608 5120 5632 6144 6656 7168 7680
Frame Size (bytes)
Figure 18 - NSPE Overhead Vs. Etherne Frame Size
Also, NS3™ can support any required packet size, when selecting the generic packets option.
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2.7.1 Full Duplex Ethernet Communication

Full Duplex Ethernet communication can be implemented using NS1000 and NS2000, only now, one
has to have two sets, in order to create a bi-directional bridge.
Further action, has to be taken, using an external router or switches.
Figure 19 - Full Duplex example with a router
This can also be accomodoated using a cheap switch, using VLANs, as shown below.
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Figure 20 - Full Duplex example using a switch and VLANs
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2.7.2 Point-to-Multipoint Full Duplex Ethernet Communication

Point to Multipoint communication can easily be implemented using NS3™, as shown below.
Figure 21 - Point to Mulit Point Full Duplex example
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3 Installation
3.1 Safety Precautions
To avoid injury, observe the following safety precautions.

 If package is not sealed, do not attempt installation. Contact your NovelSat agent.
 Do not permit unqualified personnel to attempt installation.
3.2 Installation Codes

This device must be installed according to the latest version of the country national electrical codes.
In North America, equipment must be installed in accordance to the applicable requirements in the
US National Electrical Code and the Canadian Electrical Code.
3.3 Interconnection of Units

Please note the following guidelines realted to cable interconnection:
 Cables for connecting to the unit RS232 and Ethernet Interfaces: Cables must be UL
certified, type DP-1 or DP-2. (Note: when residing in non-LPS circuit).
 Overcurrent Protection: A readily accessible listed branch circuit overcurrent protective
device rated 20 A must be incorporated in the building’s wiring.
 For North American power connection: Select a power supply cord that is UL Listed and
CSA Certified 30-conductor, [18 AWG], terminated in a molded on plug cap rated 125 V,
[15 A], with a minimum length of 1.5m [six feet] but no longer than 4.5m.
 For European connection: Select a power supply cord that is internationally harmonized
and marked "<HAR>", 3-conductor, 0,75 mm2, minimum mm2 wire, rated 300 V, with a
PVC insulated jacket. The cord must have a molded on plug cap rated 250 V, 10 A.
o Denmark: A class I unit should be used with an AC cord set suitable with Denmark
deviations. Cord shall including an earthing conductor. Unit should be plugged into a
wall socket outlet which connected to protective earth. Socket outlets which are not
connected to earth should not be used.
o Finland: Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.
o Sweden: Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.
3.4 Installation Requirements

The NS2000 can be installed within any standard 19-inch equipment cabinet or rack, and requires
one rack unit (RU) mounting space (1.75 inches) vertically and 18 inches of depth. Including cabling,
a minimum of 20 inches of rack depth is required. The rear panel of the NS2000 is designed to have
power enter from the left and IF cabling enter from the right when viewed from the rear of the unit.
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Data and control cabling can enter from either side although they are closer to the center. The unit
can be placed on a table or suitable surface if required.
There are no user-serviceable parts or configuration settings located inside the

NS2000 chassis. There is a potential shock hazard internally at the power supply module. DO NOT
open the NS2000 chassis under any circumstances.
To avoid possible harm, grounding is essential before connecting power to the

NS2000 due to high leakage current.
The NS2000 contains a Lithium Battery. Danger of explosion exists if the battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Before initially applying power to the unit, disconnect the transmit output from the
operating ground station equipment. This is especially pertinent if the current NS2000 configuration
settings are unknown. Incorrect settings can disrupt existing communications traffic.
3.5 Unpacking
 The NS2000 Demodulator was carefully packaged to avoid damage and should arrive
complete with the following items for proper installation:
 NS2000 Unit
 Power Cord, 6 foot with Applicable AC Connector
 USB with NS1000 and NS2000 User Guide
3.6 Removal and Assembly

Carefully unpack the unit and ensure that all of the above items are in the package. If the AC power
connector is the wrong type for the installation, either the cable or the power connector should be
replaced. The power supply itself is designed for universal application using from 100 to 240 VAC, 50
to 60 Hz, < 60 W.
The NS2000 demodulator is shipped fully assembled. It does not require removal of the covers for
any purpose in installation. The only replaceable assembly in the unit is the data interface and this
should be done under laborartory conditions.
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3.7 Mounting Considerations

When mounted in an equipment rack, adequate ventilation must be provided. The ambient
temperature in the rack should be between 0° and 50° C, and held constant for best equipment
operation. The air available to the rack should be clean and relatively dry. NS2000 units may be
stacked one on top of the other up to a maximum of 10 units before providing a 1 RU space for
airflow.
Do make sure air flows from the sides of the units is available, as fans reside on
sides of the units, that is, not on the front or back panel.
Do not mount the NS2000 in an unprotected outdoor location where there is direct contact with
rain, snow, wind or sun. The NS2000 is designed for indoor applications only.
The only tools required for rack mounting the NS2000 is a set of four rack-mounting screws and an
appropriate screwdriver. Rack mount brackets are provided separately (including suitable screws)
and needs to be assembled to the cast front bezel of the unit before rack-mounting.
Shielded cables with the shield terminated to the conductive back shells are required in order to
meet EMC directives. Cables with insulation flammability ratings of 94 VO or better are required in
order to meet low voltage directives.
Earth connection is essential before connecting power to the NS2000 due to High
Leakage Current.
3.8 Demodulator Checkout

The following descriptions assume that the NS2000 is installed in a suitable location with supporting
equipment available.
3.8.1 Initial Power-Up
Before initial power up of the NS2000, disconnect the transmit output from the
operating ground station equipment. This is especially pertinent if the current Demodulator
configuration settings are unknown, where incorrect setting could disrupt existing communications
traffic. New units from the factory are normally shipped in a default configuration which includes
setting the transmit carrier off.
Turn on the unit by connecting the prime AC power. Upon initial and subsequent power-ups, the
NS2000 microprocessor will test itself and several of its components before beginning its main
Monitor/Control program. These power-up diagnostics show no results if successful. If a failure is
detected, the ALARM LED is illuminated. The initial field checkout of the NS2000 can be
accomplished from the Front Panel, Terminal Port, Remote Port, or Ethernet Port.
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4 Technical Description
4.1 General
The NS2000 is a ruggedized 19-inch rack mounted device. The NS2000 supports 2 different
transmission protocols (NS3, DVB-S2). It is used in satellite content contribution, content
distribution, and data applications. It consists of a demodulator and an IP de-encapsulator. It can
operate in the IF band (50-90MHz, 100-180MHz) and the extended L band (950-2150MHz).
4.2 System Characteristics

The following items are for all transmission protocols (NS3, DVB-S2)
 Front panel operation
 Remote Operation via HTTP and SNMP
 Temperature Compensated Reference Crystal Oscillator 10MHz (TCXO)
 Operating temperature range 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
 Event log with time stamps
4.2.1 NS3
 Modulation Type QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK, 32APSK, 64APSK (depending on demodulator
firmware option)
 Roll Off Factor: 5%,10%,15%,20%,25%,35%
 CCM, ACM
 NSPE de-encapsulation
4.2.2 DVB-S2
 Modulation Type QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK, 32APSK (depending on demodulator firmware option)
 Roll Off Factor: 20%,25%,35%
 CCM, ACM
 NSPE de-encapsulation
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4.3 Functionality of the NS2000 demodulator
4.3.1 Main Modules

The demodulator has a modular structure to ensure high reliability. The unit consists of four main
parts, the demodulator module, the IF converter module, the power supply and the front panel
controller. Figure 22 shows the main function blocks and their interconnections.
RS232/ Eth
10MHz Out Contacts
RS485 10/100
10MHz Front Panel

Remote
Clock control CPU Memory (LCD & Alarm Html
Ref In M&C
Keyboard)
Eth PHY
RS232
GPIOs UART MII
GPIOs
Phy +
PCI MAC/ GbE
Switch
FPGA
Cable
Driver ASI
FEC
Physical Layer Packet Data Output
ADC RF Interface Decoding
Demodulation Processing Interface TTL
(BCH, LDPC)
to SPI
LVDS
I Q Par2Ser
Transc. G703
IF In
IF/L-Band ECL
RF Chain Transl. HSSI
L-Band
In PS POR
Optional
Figure 22 – NS2000 Block Diagram
4.4 Power Supply

The power supply has the following parameters
 Input Voltage: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 30 Watts maximum
 Switched mode power supply for industrial application
 The power supply is protected against overload and short circuit operation
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4.5 Front Panel
Figure 23 – NS2000 Front Panel
1 – LCD Display
2 – Numeric Keypad
3 – Control Keypad
4 – Status Leds for Rx on, Test and Alarm
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4.6 Rear Panel
Figure 24 – NS2000 Rear Panel
1 – AC Power socket
2 – RS232 Serial Port
3 – Alarm interface
4 – 10MHz reference out connector
5 – Ethernet M&C interface
6 – 10MHz reference in connector
7 – ASI-A output
8 – ASI-B output
9 - Gigabit Ethernet traffic-interface A
10 - Gigabit Ethernet traffic-interface B
11 – GND connection
12 – Demodulator L-band input (F-Type 75ohm connector)
13 - Demodultator IF input (BNC connector)
4.7 Connectors on the rear panel
4.7.1 Mains AC input connector

The mains AC input connector block includes a male power input connector according to IEC/EN
60320. The allowed ranges for the AC input voltage are 100VAC to 240VAC with input frequencies of
50Hz to 60Hz.
4.7.2 RS232 M&C interface

The serial interface connector for RS232 is located on the rear panel and can be configured via the
front panel or WEB GUI to set the RS232 parameters. The Monitor Port Interface can be used for the
monitor and control functions of the unit. The physical interface is a female 9-Pin D-Sub connector.
This bi-directional port complies with RS-232 DCE Electrical Specifications.
Pin outs are listed in Table 2.
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Table 2 - NS2000 Monitor Connector

Pin No. RS-232 Signal Description Direction
1 Transmit Data (+) OUT
2 TxD Transmit Data OUT
3 RxD Receive Data IN
4 Receive Data (+) IN
5 GND Ground
6 Transmit Data (-) OUT
7 CTS Clear to send IN
8 RTS Request to send OUT
9 Receive Data (-) IN
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4.7.3 Alarm Connector

The Alarm Connector is used to indicate the fault condition of the Demodulator to external
equipment. A female 9-Pin D-Sub connector provides connection to double pole (DPDT) relay.
The user can define the alarms in which the relay is activated.
Pin outs are listed in Table 2.
Table 3 - NS2000 Alarm Connector

Alarm Connector – Pin Assignment
Pin No. Connection
1 Relay1 NC
2 Relay1 NO
3 No Connect
4 Relay2 NO
5 Relay2 NC
6 Relay1 C
7 No Connect
8 No Connect
9 Relay2 C
An alarm cable to connect to the NovelSat Redundat switch, connect the NS2000 and the redundant
switch should look as follows:
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9
NS1000/NS2000 SWITCH
Figure 25 - Redundant switch alarm cable
4.7.4 Ethernet Control Connector

The 10/100 Base T Ethernet Interface can be used for the monitor and control functions of the unit.
The physical interface is a standard female RJ-45 Connector.
4.7.5 ASI Interface Connectors

The Asynchronous Serial Interface is supported by the BNC Connector. The interface complies with
DVB ASI Electrical Specifications.
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4.7.6 Gigabit Ethernet Traffic Connectors

The NS2000 demodulator has two Gigabit Ethernet interface for the output of IP data streams. The
interface supports 10Mbit/s, 100Mbit/s and 1000Mbit/s .The left (green) LED flashes on activity.
Figure 26 - Gigabit Ethernet Interface (RJ-45 socket connector), IEEE 802.3ab compliant
4.7.7 Demodulator L-band input Connector

The signal output connector (950…2150 MHz) is located on the rear panel and is of the type SMA,
female, 50 Ohm. The signal level at this connector should be tuned to be in the in the range –50
dBm to -30 dBm for optimal demodulator performance.
4.7.8 Demodulator IF input Connector

The IF signal input connector (50…180 MHz) is located on the rear panel and is of the type BNC,
female, 50 Ohm. The signal level at this connector should be tuned to be in the in the range –50
dBm to -30 dBm for optimal demodulator performance.
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5 Front Panel Operation

The NS2000 has no power on/off switch and once the AC is connected the unit will turn on and start
booting.
5.1 Indicators
Three LEDs (TX, TEST and ALARM) on the NS2000 Front Panel indicate the status of the NS2000
operation. The LED colors maintain a consistent meaning. Green signifies that the indication is
appropriate for normal operation. Yellow means that there is a condition not proper for normal
operation, and Red indicates a fault condition that will result in lost communications. The front
panel of the NS2000 provdies complete control of all system functions via the Control Keypad,
Numeric Keypad, LCD display, and LEDs.
5.2 Display and Keypad

The front panel of the NS2000 provdies complete control of all system functions via the Control
Keypad, Numeric Keypad, LCD display, and LEDs.
The Front Panel display is a 2 line by 40-character LCD display. The display is lighted once the system
is powered-up. The display shows the current configuration, settings and parameters. The LCD
display is a single entry window into the large matrix of parameters that can be monitored and set
from the Front Panel.
The Navigation Control Keypad consists of arrow keys (↑), (↓), (→), (←), and control keys (ESC),
(OK), (CLR), which are used to navigate and control the parameter currently being monitored or set.
The Numeric Keypad consists of a 10 numeric keys (0-9) used to enter values. The Numeric Keypad
is covered by the front panel door.
The Keypad back lighting illuminates once a key is pressed and automatically dims after a period of
inactivity.
The “OK” key opens the selected submenu, activates the selected menu point for editing or
confirms a parameter input or change of a parameter. After changing parameters in the edit mode
the parameters are activated only after confirming the selected values by pressing the “OK” key. At
the same time the edit mode is left. The “ESC” key leaves selected submenus and leaves an
edit/change mode without making changes. Pressing the “ESC” key in the edit mode discards
changes made to parameters in the edit mode and leaves the edit mode. Pressing the "ESC" key
again while in the main menu rearranges the main menu to it's initial alignment. If a menu item
within a submenu allows the change of a parameter this menu item is displayed with all capital
letters. Pressing the “OK” key activates the parameter for editing. This is indicated
with an arrow signal left and right of the parameter value. A cursor shows the position within an
alphanumerical parameter which can be changed. The left and right arrow keys allow to move the
cursor. The up and down arrow keys allow to change the selected parameter or selected character
within the allowed range.
"CLR" is used to reset a value when possible to its default or to zero or to a blank.
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5.3 Menu Structure

The menu is structured in a main menu and submenus. In the following the items of the main menu
and the submenus are described. If the LCD display fails to show all option due to space limit, an
arrow at the top right corner will appear to notify more items exist at the arrow direction.
Reaching those items can be done by pressing the repective arrow key (right or left).
5.3.1 Monitor
The item “Monitor” in the main menu allows access to monitor status of interfaces, alarms, and
general parameters of the unit. After this menu item was selected with the left or right arrow keys
the items of the submenu belonging to this main menu item can be activated by pressing the “OK”
key. The items of the this submenu are explained in the following:
5.3.1.1 Line-Status
This Line Status item can report status of the following items (General, Channel Mode-Code), while
movement between them can be done using the right/left arrow keys. Ay any point the user may
press "ESC" to go up one level in the menu.
5.3.1.1.1 General
This item holds the demodulator status report and it holds all relevant parameters, detailed below:
5.3.1.1.1.1 Mode
This item indicates the transmission protocol currently used in the demodulator. It can be either
DVB-S2 or NS3.
5.3.1.1.1.2 State
This item indicates if the RF signal picked holds the transmission protocol header and if it is being
decipher properly in the demodulator. A Sync status indicates the RF frequency is tuned, as well as
the symbol rate, but it has no info if actual data is being detected. In case there is a problem with
previously mentioned items the status will be Not-Sync.
5.3.1.1.1.3 Composite Power

This item indicates the total power of the entire signal at the input of the demodulator unit in dBm
units. The recommended woring zone is above -50dBm and below -30dBm.
5.3.1.1.1.4 Signal Power

This item indicates the power of the demodulated signal in dBm units, available when the
demodulator is in Sync state.
5.3.1.1.1.5 Symbol Rate

This item indicates the selected symbol rate in MSPS (Mega Symbols Per Second) units.
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5.3.1.1.1.6 Roll Off

This item indicates the selected roll-off of the squared root raised cosine (SRRC) matched filter at
the demodulator input in percentage units.
5.3.1.1.1.7 RF Frequency
This item indicates the L-Band/IF carrier frequency in MHz units.
5.3.1.1.2 Channel-1
This item holds the demodulator channel 1 status report and it holds all relevant parameters,
detailed below:
5.3.1.1.2.1 Data Rate

This item indicates the measured data rate at the channel output in Mbit/sec units, including added
null packets and restored deleted null packets.
5.3.1.1.2.2 Status
This item ideciates if the channel is Locked or not. The channel is Locked when all frames associated
with this channel are error free for a short period of time (1 second) and the channel data rate is not
negligible (higher than 25 Kbit/sec). Otherwise the channel is Unlocked.
5.3.1.1.2.3 Modulation
This item indicates the symbols constellation used in frames associated with this channels.
5.3.1.1.2.4 Frame-Size
This item indicates the size of frames associated with this channel. It can be Normal, that is 64800,
or short, that is, 16200.
5.3.1.1.2.5 Pilot
This item indicates weather the pilot insertion is used in frames associated with this channel. Values
can be No, Yes, and Double (only in NS3).
5.3.1.1.2.6 FEC-Rate
This item indicates the LDPC code rate used in frames associated with this channel.
5.3.1.1.2.7 Frames
This item indicates the number of frames associated with this channel which were received since
the last clear of counters.
5.3.1.1.2.8 Error-Frames
This item indicates the number of erroneous frames associated with this channel which were
received since the last clear of counters.
5.3.1.1.2.9 FER
This item indicates the frame error rate (number of erroneous frames divided by the total number
of frames) associated with this channel.
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5.3.1.1.3 Channel-2 (if dual mode is enabled)

This item holds the demodulator channel 2 status report and it holds all relevant parameters,
detailed in ‎5.3.1.1.2.
5.3.1.1.4 Mode-Code
This Mode-Code table will hold data of up to 60 last modecodes received by the demodulator. It will
show the modulation, FEC, pilots, Frame-Size, Frames as exaplined in 3.3.1.1.2.
5.3.1.2 Interfaces
This sub item indicates the status of the physical interfaces of the demodulator.
5.3.1.2.1 Status
This item displays the physical interfaces status in form of a table. This table holds the following
values:
5.3.1.2.1.1 Name
This field holds the interface name. it can be ASI-A,ASI-B,GbE-A,GbE-B,Test-1,Test-2.
5.3.1.2.1.2 Source
This field holds the interface source of data. It can be Channel 1, Channel 2 or disable.
5.3.1.2.1.3 Rate
This field holds the interface's actual data rate in Mbit/sec.
5.3.1.2.2 GbE-A
Displays the Gigabit Ethernet Interface status.
The following statistics are available:
5.3.1.2.2.1 TX Packets
This report shows the number of packets transmitted on the Ethernet port.
5.3.1.2.2.2 TX Bytes
This report shows the number of bytes transmitted on Ethernet port.
5.3.1.2.2.3 CRC Errors

This report shows the number of packets received on channel with encapsulation CRC erroneous .
5.3.1.2.3 GbE-B-Status
Identical to GbE-A-Status reports, only referenced to GbE-B interface.
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5.3.1.3 Alarms
This report will display a list of the recent alarms that occurred since last power up with the date
and time of occurrence. The arrow keys can be used to browse between messages or to read the
entire alarm description if screen can show all the message. If the word "(rotate)" appears next to
the Alarm title it means you can read the entire alarm message using the right/left arrow keys.
5.3.1.4 System-Status
This item includes two reports, as shown below:
5.3.1.4.1 FPGA Temperature

This report will show the internal FPGA chip temperature in ºC.
5.3.1.4.2 10MHz Clock Source

This report will show if the 10MHz reference clock source is Internal or External.
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5.3.2 System
The item “System” in the main menu allows view the set of parameters regarding the users data
base, software and firmware versions, hardware settings, general actions and parameters, and LCD
screen display options. After this menu item was selected with the left or right arrow keys the items
of the submenu belonging to this main menu item can be activated by pressing the “OK” key. The
items of the this submenu are explained in the following:
5.3.2.1 Database
The NS2000 demodulator can store up to 20 different configurations, in addition to the boot
configuration.
5.3.2.1.1 Set-Factory-Default
Selecting this option will load the following configuratiojn into memory. Pressing 'OK' will start the
configuration replacement process followed by respective message on the LCD display.
Parameter Default Value Units
Demodulator Configuration (Line)
Line Mode DVB-S2
Dual Channel Mode Single Channel
Symbol Rate 1.00000 MSPS
LNB LO Freq 0.00000 MHz
RF Freq 1000.00000
Roll Off 25 %
Golden Sequence 1
LNB Control OFF
Non-Linear Mode OFF
ACM Mode Disable
Auto CCM Mode Disable
Demodulator Config (Channel 1)
ISI Range 00 to 0f
Demodulator Config (Channel 2)
ISI Range 10 to ff
Management1
1
These values will not change after Factory Default selection, and they will retain their last values.
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DHCP Client Disable

IP Address 10.10.10.11
Subnet Mask 255.255.0.0
Default Gateway 0.0.0.0
DNS 0.0.0.0
5.3.2.1.2 Load
Selecting this option allows to load a pre-saved configuration. The user must know the configuration
name as he has to type the name. Typing can be done using the up/down arrows. 'CLR' will delete
the last character. Once the name is typed, pressing 'OK' will load this configuration.
5.3.2.1.3 Save-As
Selecting this option allows to save the present configuration. The user must know the configuration
name as he has to type the name. Typing can be done using the up/down arrows. 'CLR' will delete
the last character. Once the name is typed, pressing 'OK' will load this configuration.
5.3.2.1.4 Save
Selecting this option allows to save the present configuration as the boot configuration, and in the
next power up, this configuration will be loaded as the boot configuration. Pressing 'OK' will save
this configuration.
5.3.2.2 Versions
The item “Versions” in the “System” main menu allows access to the firmware ID
strings of the modulator. After this menu item was selected the submenu can be activated by
pressing the “OK” key. The submenu contains the following items:
5.3.2.2.1 General
Selecting this item will show the following revision numbers, as depecited in
Field Value
Firmware Firmware 1.1.1 (Build 2754)
OS (Operating System) OS 2.6.32.13 (Build 2754)
FS (File System) FS1.2 (Build 2754)
Table 4 - General sub menu items
5.3.2.2.2 Active-SW
Selecting this item will show the following revision numbers, as depecited in
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Field Value
WEB 2.2 (Build 2754)
FPANEL 2.2 (Build 2754)
NSMD 2.2 (Build 2754)
PIC 3.1.0
Table 5 – Active-SW sub menu items
5.3.2.3 HW-Config
This menu allows the users to check hardware related information regarding the modulator, such as
Serial Number, Hardware version etc'. Browsing is done using the up/down arrow keys.
5.3.2.3.1 Product Type

This field indicates the product type, for NS2000, the value is Demodulator.
5.3.2.3.2 Serial Number

This field indicates the modulator HW serial number. This number is unique for each device and
should be reported to Novelsat in case of license upgrade or RMA.
5.3.2.3.3 Hardware Version

This field indicates the modulator HW version number.
5.3.2.3.4 MAC Address

This field indicates the Ethernet management port MAC address.
5.3.2.3.5 Internal Clock Type

This field indicates the modulator internal clock type, usually it is TCXO.
5.3.2.3.6 Card 1 Type

This field states the add-on internal HW card. The values can be:
 not exists
 Dual GbE
In case a Dual GbE card exists the following sum menus will appear when selecting the card by
pressing 'OK'.
5.3.2.3.6.1 Card 1 Serial Number

This field reports the HW card serial number.
5.3.2.3.6.2 Card 1 HW Version

This field reports the HW card HW version.
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5.3.2.3.6.3 Card 2 Type

Same as Card 1 Type.
5.3.2.4 General
The action under this menu item allows the user general actions, such as rebooting, changing
passwords and changing device name.
5.3.2.4.1 Reboot
Selecting this option by pressing the 'OK' button, will reboot the modulator. The user will be
prompted with 'Are you sure?'. A Yes reply by moving to the Yes area and pressing 'OK' will reboot
the device.
Rebooting is required, for example, after a new license file was loaded.
While the modulator reboots the LCD display will show the following message 'Rebooting. Please
wait…'.
5.3.2.4.2 Reset Passwords

Selecting this option by pressing the 'OK' button, will reset the password for the defaults. The user
will be prompted with 'Are you sure?'. A Yes reply by moving to the Yes area and pressing 'OK' will
reset the passwords back to novelsat. This passwords are relevant for the WEB user interface.
Password default value is novelsat.
5.3.2.4.3 Device Name

This field sets the device name. This string will appear in various status reports, and can be changed
to reflect station its located etc'.
5.3.2.5 Screen Saver
This menu items allows the user to the set the message on LCD display when no other activity is on,
and the time it will take to return to this screen.
5.3.2.5.1 Set-Message
Selecting this item by pressing 'OK', will allow the user to edit the message. The default value is
'Novelsat – Welcome'.
5.3.2.5.2 Set-Delay
Selecting this item by pressing 'OK', will allow the user to edit the time in Seconds, the screen will
wait when showing some message until it will return to the screen saver message.
Default value is 60 seconds.
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5.3.3 System-Configure
This menu items allow the user to configure system related items such as management control,
system time etc'.
5.3.3.1 Management
This menu item configures the management port configuration.
5.3.3.1.1 IP
This submenu item configures IP related parameters for the management port.
5.3.3.1.1.1 DHCP-Client
Sets DHCP client status for obtaining IP interface configuration. When DHCP is enabled, all other IP
management parameters are set by the DHCP server. DNS will be configured to the first DNS address given
by the server.
5.3.3.1.1.2 IP-Address
This field sets the device management port IP address. Changing IP address will affect subnet. If new
subnet does not match configured Default Gateway, error will occur. The range allowed is all legal IP
address range.
Numbers can be enterned using the numeric keypad, and the left/right arrow keys. Once done, pressing
'OK' will save the new value.
5.3.3.1.1.3 Subnet-mask
This field sets the device management port IP mask. Changing IP address will affect subnet. If new subnet
does not match configured Default Gateway, error will occur. See Default Gateway for more details. The
range allowed is all legal netmask address range.
5.3.3.1.1.4 Default-Gateway
This field sets the device management port default gateway. When Gateway is set to the value 0.0.0.0,
there is no default Gateway. The legal range allowed is all legal Gateway address range, that match sub-
net that is defined by the combination of configured IP address and netmask.
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5.3.3.1.1.5 DNS
This field sets the device management port DNS address. When DNS is set to the value 0.0.0.0, DNS is not
configured. The legal range allowed is all legal IP address range.
5.3.3.1.2 SNMP
This submenu items configure all SNMP related parameters.
5.3.3.1.2.1 SNMP Version

This submenu item defines the SNMP version to work with. The user can select either V1&V2 or V3.
Pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.1.2.2 Read-Only-Community
This submenu item defines the SNMP community string for read only access. The default value is
'public', and this string can be modified using the arrow keys and 'CLR' to delete a character. At the
end of editing pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.1.2.3 Read-Write-Community
This submenu item defines the SNMP community string for read-write only access. The default value
is 'private', and this string can be modified using the arrow keys and 'CLR' to delete a character. At
the end of editing pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.1.2.4 Trap-Version
This submenu item defines the SNMP trap version. The user can select either V1 or V2 using
up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.1.2.5 Trap-Community-1
This submenu item defines the default community string to be used when sending traps. The default
value is 'public', and this string can be modified using the arrow keys and 'CLR' to delete a character.
At the end of editing pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.1.2.6 Trap-Host-1
This submenu item define the address of a notification receiver that should be sent with SNMPv1 TRAPs or
SNMPv2 INFORM notifications. This string can be modified using the arrow keys and 'CLR' to delete a
character. At the end of editing pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.1.2.7 Trap-Community-2
Similar as trap community 1, but allows for a second server to monitor traps.
5.3.3.1.2.8 Trap-Host-2
Similar as trap host 1, but allows for a second server to send trapss.
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5.3.3.1.3 Alarms & Events

This submenu item allows the user to configure which events to mask which alarms to mask.
A masked event will not appear in the events log. The relay mask is similar only the user can decide
if a certain event should or should not trigger the hardware alarm connector to be handled by a
redundancy switch, for example.
5.3.3.1.3.1 Mask
This submenu item allows to mask the following event so they will not appear in the events log.
5.3.3.1.3.1.1 Clock Loss

External clock failed and the system switch to internal clock.
5.3.3.1.3.1.2 Clock Malfunction

Internal clock fail (can be caused only due to a hardware problem).
5.3.3.1.3.1.3 Ethernet Link Down
5.3.3.1.3.1.4 License Expire

One of the temporary licenses has expired.
5.3.3.1.3.1.5 LNBC -OverCurrent
5.3.3.1.3.1.6 LNBC-Power-Not-Good
5.3.3.1.3.1.7 LNBC-Thermal-Shutdown
5.3.3.1.3.1.8 LNBC-UnderVoltage
5.3.3.1.3.1.9 Line-Unlock
5.3.3.1.3.1.10 FPGA Tempreature
5.3.3.1.3.1.11 FPGA Extreme Temperature

FPGA has extreme temperature, over 85º Celsius.
5.3.3.1.3.1.12 Board Temperature

Board temperature in modulator is over 80º Celsius or less than zero.
5.3.3.1.3.1.13 Channel Buffer Overflow-Underflow
5.3.3.1.3.2 Relay Mask

This submenu item allow to mask certain events from causing a hardware alarm signal at the 9pin
alarm connector.
All events are identical to those explained in ‎5.3.3.1.3.1.
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5.3.3.2 10MHz Clock

This submenu item allows the user to select the 10MHz source, either internal or external.
5.3.3.2.1 Source
This submenu item defines the 10MHz clock source. The user can select either Internal or External
using up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
5.3.3.3 Serial Port
The serial port is designed to enable ….
5.3.3.3.1 Baud-Rate
This submenu item allow the user to select the baud rate for the serial port. Pressing 'OK' will enable
browsing through the possible values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK'
will save this configuration.
The possible values are:
 115200 (default)
 38400
 19200
 9600
5.3.3.3.2 Data-Bits
This submenu item allow the user to select the data length for the serial port. Pressing 'OK' will
enable browsing through the possible values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection,
pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
 8 (default)
 7
5.3.3.3.3 Parity
This submenu item allow the user to select the data parity for the serial port. Pressing 'OK' will
enable browsing through the possible values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection,
 None(default)
 Odd
 Even
5.3.3.3.4 Stop-Bit
This submenu item allow the user to select the stop bit for the serial port. Pressing 'OK' will enable
browsing through the possible values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK'
will save this configuration.
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 1 (default)
 2
5.3.3.4 System-Time
This submenu item allows the user to change the modulator internal date and time.
5.3.3.4.1 Time
This submenu item allow the user to change the date and time setting. Pressing 'OK' will enable
moving through the date and time values using the left/right arrow keys. The numeric keypad will
allow the user to enter the correct numbers. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save this
configuration.
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5.3.4 Demodulator-Configure
This menu allows the user to configure the entire demodulator settings. The division is to Line which
holds all general and RF settings. Channels enables to set the modulation and FECs for each channel,
and the interface section that controls data connectivity from the physical interfaces to the logical
channels.
5.3.4.1 Line
This menu item allows to change all general and RF settings regarding the modulation.
5.3.4.1.1 Mode
This items allow selection of the transmission protocol. Pressing 'OK' will enable browsing through
the possible values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save this
configuration.
 DVB-S2 (default)
 NS3
5.3.4.1.2 Dual-Channel-Mode
This item allows selection of the number of actual channels in the demodulator. Pressing 'OK' will
enable moving through the date and time values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection,
Possible values are:
 Dual channels
 Single channel
5.3.4.1.3 Symbol-Rate
This item allows configuration of the actual demodulator's symbol rate, in units of MSPS with 1SPS
resolution. Pressing 'OK' will enable editing the frequnecy using the left/right arrow keys. The
numeric keypad will allow the user to enter the correct numbers. After selection, pressing 'OK' will
save this configuration.
5.3.4.1.4 LNB-LO-Freq
This item allows selection of the BUC/UP-Converter L.O. carrier frequency, in units of MHz with 10Hz
resolution. Pressing 'OK' will enable moving using the left/right arrow keys. The numeric keypad will
allow the user to enter the correct numbers. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save this
configuration.
Setting this value will update the RF-Freq field respectively. For example, if LNB LO frequency is
5200MHz, and the demodulator input is in L-Band in 1200MHz, the RF-Freq field will be update
according to reflect the actual RF-transmission frequency. In this case it will be 6400MHz.
Do note this is display only and was provided to ease calculations.
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5.3.4.1.5 RF-Freq
This item allows selection of the actual RF frequency of the modulator output, in units of MHz with
10Hz resolution. Pressing 'OK' will enable editing the frequnecy using the left/right arrow keys. The
numeric keypad will allow the user to enter the correct numbers. After selection, pressing 'OK' will
save this configuration.
Do note that if IF frequency (50-180MHz) was selected, the RF output will be at the IF BNC
connector (See ‎4.7.8), whilst L-Band frequnecies (950-1750MHz, or 950-2150MHz if extended L-
band option exists) will be at the SMA connector (See ‎4.7.7)
If the LNB-LO-Freq field is set to value other than 0MHz, you must enter the RF Freq with respect to
the LNB-LO value.
5.3.4.1.6 Roll-Off
This item allows selection of the roll off factor at the modulator output. Roll off factor options
depend on the transmission protocol. Pressing 'OK' will enable moving through the date and time
values using the up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
 DVB-S2
o 0.20
o 0.25
o 0.35
 NS3
o 0.05
o 0.10
o 0.15
o 0.20
o 0.25
o 0.35
5.3.4.1.7 Golden-Seq
This item allow selecting the Golden Sequence, which is the Physical Layer Scrambler Signature used in
DVB-S2 and NS3 protocols. Pressing 'OK' will enable editing the frequnecy using the left/right arrow
keys. The numeric keypad will allow the user to enter the correct numbers. After selection, pressing
'OK' will save this configuration.
Default Value is 000001. Possible range is from 0 to 262141.
Do note that modulator must have the same value to be able to decipher transmission.
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5.3.4.1.8 LNB Control

This item allows selection of the modulator TX state upon power up. Pressing 'OK' will enable
browsing through the options using the up/down arrow keys. After selection, pressing 'OK' will save
this configuration.
 Enable - TX State upon power-up get the same value as saved prior to shut-down.
 Disable - TX State is disabled upon power-up.
5.3.4.1.9 Non-Linear Mode
5.3.4.1.10 ACM Mode

This item allows setting the IP ad of the ACM activation. It is used in DVB-S2 and NS3 protocols. When
enabled, the following settings will become read-only fields: Line Mode, Modulation, FEC Rate , Frame size
and Pilot. As the ACM change the Mode-Code but not the type. The user needs to set the pilot and frame
size in advance.
Pressing 'OK' will enable browsing through the options using the up/down arrow keys. After
selection, pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
 Disable – ACM is disabled.
 Enable - ACM is enabled. In this case two more fields will become available for seting ACM margin,
and ACM server IP address.
5.3.4.1.10.1 ACM Margin

This item allows settings the margin that ACM will maintain for each modecode. The value enterd is
in dB.
5.3.4.1.10.2 ACM Server IP Adress

This item allows settings the NS1000 IP address to receive all the ACM messages.
5.3.4.1.11 Auto CCM Mode

This item allows the activation of the auto CCM mode. This mode is applicable in cases of low SNR (<
0dB) , thus improving the NS2000 ability to better lock, since the NS2000 makes a-priori assumption
on incoming modecode and can improve lock. A change of modulator modecode after setting this
mode will result lock failure.
Pressing 'OK' will enable browsing through the options using the up/down arrow keys. After
selection, pressing 'OK' will save this configuration.
 Disable – Auto CCM is disabled.
 Enable - Auto CCM is enabled.
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5.3.4.2 Channels
This menu items allows configuration of the channel's ISI (Input Stream Identifier) Range.
modulation parameters such as constellation, FEC, pilots etc.
If single channel mode is on, only channel 1 will be available, otherwise channel 2's range will be
greyed out.
Note: It is assumed by now, the user knows how to browing using the front panel keys and no
reference for that will appear in text anymore.
5.3.4.2.1 Channel 1
5.3.4.2.1.1 ISI Range

This item allows setting the range channel.
 Disable – channel is disabled, no data is transmitted.
 Enable - channel is enabled. Data will be transferred from the selected data source.
5.3.4.2.2 Channel 2
5.3.4.2.2.1 ISI Range

This item allows setting the range channel.
 Disable – channel is disabled, no data is transmitted.
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5.3.4.3 Interfaces
5.3.4.3.1 TEST
5.3.4.3.1.1 Source
This item allow selecting the source of the test data coming to the internal Test Pattern and BER
meter.
Possible Values:
 Disabled
 Channel 1
 Channel 2
5.3.4.3.1.2 Pattern
This items allows to select the test pattern that will be transmitted when internal Test Generator is
activated.
Possible Values:
 PRBS 2^7-1 (Pseudo Random Binary Sequence)

5.3.4.3.1.3 Pattern-Invert
This item allows inverting the polarity of the data sequence.
Possible Values:
 NO – No polarity will be activated.
 YES – Polarity inverted.
5.3.4.3.1.4 Pattern-Byte
This item allows changing the the number of bytes at the start of a packet that are not a part of the
test pattern. In non-packetized streams set this number to 0. In packetized streams it is usually
should be set to 1 (indicating that the Sync Byte at the start of a packet is not a part of the test
pattern).
Possible Values:
 0-262142.
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5.3.4.3.2 ASI-A
5.3.4.3.2.1 Source
This item allow selecting the source of the data to be extracted on the physical ASI-A connector of
the demodulator.
Possible Values:
 Disabled
 Channel 1
 Channel 2
5.3.4.3.2.2 Data-Invert
This item allows selecting the data order of the ASI-A interface.
Possible Values:
 No – no inversion of bits.
 Yes – bits at the ASI output are inverted.
5.3.4.3.2.3 Data Rate Mode
This item allows selecting the manner of data rate detection.
Possible Values:
 AUTO – data rate is detected automatically.
 MANUAL – data rate is cionfigured manually by the user.
If data rate mode is selected as MANUAL two more fields will appear, as shown below.
5.3.4.3.2.4 Data Rate
This item allows selecting the actual data rate of the ASI interface.
Possible Values:
 0 – 216 Mbps.
5.3.4.3.2.5 Data Rate Accuracy
This item allows selecting the expected data rate accuracy in ppm.
Possible Values:
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 0 – 1000000.
5.3.4.3.3 ASI-B
5.3.4.3.3.1 Source
This item allow selecting the source of the data to be extracted on the physical ASI-B connector of
the demodulator.
Possible Values:
 Disabled
 Channel 1
 Channel 2
5.3.4.3.3.2 Data-Invert
This item allows selecting the data order of the ASI-B interface.
Possible Values:
 No – no inversion of bits.
 Yes – bits at the ASI output are inverted.
5.3.4.3.3.3 Data Rate Mode
This item allows selecting the manner of data rate detection.
Possible Values:
 AUTO – data rate is detected automatically.

 MANUAL – data rate is cionfigured manually by the user.
If data rate mode is selected as MANUAL two more fields will appear, as shown below.
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5.3.4.3.3.4 Data Rate
This item allows selecting the actual data rate of the ASI interface.
Possible Values:
 0 – 216 Mbps.
5.3.4.3.3.5 Data Rate Accuracy
This item allows selecting the expected data rate accuracy in ppm.
Possible Values:
0 – 1000000.
5.3.4.3.4 GbE-A
5.3.4.3.4.1 Source
This item allow selecting the source of the data to be extracted on the physical GbE-A connector of
the demodulator.
Possible Values:
 Disabled
 Channel 1
 Channel 2
5.3.4.3.4.2 Auto-Negotiation
This item selects the Ethernet auto-negotiation mode. Can support 10/100/1000 modes.
Possible Values:
 Enable - Ethernet auto-negotiation is enabled.
 Disable - The user should set the Ethernet link parameters.
If Auto-Negotiation is disabled the following two items will appear: Speed and Duplex.
5.3.4.3.4.3 Speed
This item selects the Ethernet Speed.
Possible Values:
 10 - 10 Mbps mode.
 100 - 100 Mbps mode
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5.3.4.3.4.4 Duplex
This item selects the Ethernet Duplex mode.
Possible Values:
 NO – Half Duplex Mode.

 YES – Full Duplex Mode.
5.3.4.3.4.5 Encapsulation
This item selects the encapsulation method used.
Possible Values:
 NSPE (NovelSat Propeitarey Encapsulation)
5.3.4.3.5 GbE-B
5.3.4.3.5.1 Source
This item allow selecting the source of the data to be extracted on the physical GbE-B connector of
the demodulator.
Possible Values:
 Disabled
 Channel 1
 Channel 2
5.3.4.3.5.2 Auto-Negotiation
This item selects the Ethernet auto-negotiation mode. Can support 10/100/1000 modes.
Possible Values:
 Enable - Ethernet auto-negotiation is enabled.
 Disable - The user should set the Ethernet link parameters.
If Auto-Negotiation is disabled the following two items will appear: Speed and Duplex.
5.3.4.3.5.3 Speed
This item selects the Ethernet Speed.
Possible Values:
 10 - 10 Mbps mode.
 100 - 100 Mbps mode
5.3.4.3.5.4 Duplex
This item selects the Ethernet Duplex mode.
Possible Values:
 NO – Half Duplex Mode.
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 YES – Full Duplex Mode.
5.3.4.3.5.5 Encapsulation
This item selects the encapsulation method used.
Possible Values:
NSPE (NovelSat Propeitarey Encapsulation)
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6 Remote Control Operation

6.1 Web Interface
A web server is included within the firmware of the unit. It can be accessed with any web browser, if
the following string is entered as address:
http://[IP-address] (example: http://192.168.10.17)
[IP-address] is the IP-address of the unit’s M&C ethernet interface, which can be configured e.g. by
the front panel menu of unit, and which has to match the address scheme of the IP-network, to
which the unit is connected. Also check for proper configuration of the network mask and the
gateway address, if an IP connection through a router is required. The port does not need to be
configured as the web server is set to operate through the standard http port number 80.
The web browser need to be set to “Cookies enabled”.
After getting access to the web-server, a login is required.
The Web interface includes three levels of user groups:

 Users – who have permission only to read device variables.
 Operators – who have permission to both read and write device variables.
 Administrators – who have permission to both read and write device variables, as well as
higher privileges, such as performing user-related actions.
By default, NovelSat products initialized with one user from each group under the names user, oper,
and admin respectively. The password is novelsat.
It is highly recommended to change passwords after a device is initiated.
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After login the home page is shown as can be seen in Figure 27 .
Figure 27 - Home Page display
White letters with grey background are active areas, in which the arrow cursor will turn into a hand
cursor. Clicking on these areas will show the set of possible options, as shown for example in Figure
28.
Figure 28 - Active Areas example
Configuration fields are editable text boxes. The configuration values can be changed by editing the
fields. The values are only updated within the equipment, after the "Enter" button on the PC
keyboard had been pressed.
Underlined text in the Web GUI screen leads by pressing them to the built in manual for
explanation. Do note that parameters shown within the web page interface correspond to the
parameters shown through the front panel menu. For detailed explanation please refer to the front
panel menu description.
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6.1.1 Monitor
6.1.1.1 Line
The following screen concentrates all data for the general line parameters as can be shown below:
Figure 29 - Monitor Line Screen
6.1.1.2 Interface
6.1.1.2.1 Status
The physical interfaces status can be viewed in this screen. It will refelect the data rate measured at
the interface output.
Figure 30 - Monitor Interface Screen
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6.1.1.2.2 Gb Ethernet
The GbE interfaces status can be viewed in this screen. It will refelect the data rate measured at the
GbE interface output. It will also display the CRC errors if they occur.
Figure 31 - Monitor Gb Ethernet Interface
6.1.1.3 Alarm
This screen shows the Alarm occurred in the unit since its last power on.
Figure 32 - NS2000 System Alarms Screen
6.1.1.4 Event
This screen shows the event occired since the last clear events commad of the unit.
Figure 33 - Monitor Events screen
6.1.1.5 System
This screen shows the internal temperatures of the FPGA and additionaly of the entire main board
and the 10MHz clock source.
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Figure 34 - NS2000 System Status Screen
6.1.2 System
6.1.2.1 Database
6.1.2.1.1 Preset Configurations
The NS2000 demodulator can store up to 20 different configurations, in addition to the boot
configuration.
Changes are saved to the Boot configuration by clicking Save in each configuration screen.
Other configurations are managed in the Database screen under the System menu.
The Database page includes seven buttons for the seven available options. When an option is
selected the appropriate fields appear.
Figure 35 - NS2000 Database Settings Screen
6.1.2.1.2 Load
When the loading configuration option is chosen, all saved configurations are displayed in a drop-
down list.
To load a configuration:
1. Select the desired configuration.
2. Click OK.
The factory default option sets the device configuration to the original defaults.
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Figure 36 - Load Configuration Option
6.1.2.1.3 Save As
When Save As button is selected, a text box appears allowing the user to enter a name for the new
configuration.
To save a new configuration:
1. Type the name for the configuration in the Save as box.
2. Click OK.
Figure 37- Save Configuration Option
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6.1.2.1.4 Rename
When renaming an existing configuration option is chosen, the entire list of saved configurations is
displayed in a drop-down list.
To rename a particular configuration:
1. Type a new name for the configuration in the New name box.
2. Click OK.
Figure 38 - Rename Configuration Option
6.1.2.1.5 Delete
When deleting an existing configuration option is chosen, all saved configurations are displayed in a
drop-down list.
To delete a particular configuration:
1. Select the configuration to be deleted.
2. Click OK.
Figure 39 - Delete Configuration Option
6.1.2.1.6 Download
When downloading an existing configuration option is chosen, the remote tftp server IP address
must be entered, and the filename selected.
To download a particular configuration:
1. Set the tftp server IP address.
2. Select file name.
3. Click OK.
Figure 40 - Download Configuration Option
6.1.2.1.7 Upload Configuration

When uploading an existing configuration option is chosen, the remote tftp server IP address must
be entered, and the filename selected.
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To upload a particular configuration:

1. Set the tftp server IP address.
2. Type file name.
3. Click OK.
Figure 41 - Upload Configuration Option
6.1.2.1.8 Save
If a change was made in the configuration currently loaded the Save button will appear allowing to
override current configuration while keeping the same name.
To save the current configuration:
1. Click Save.
Figure 42 -Save Configuration Option
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6.1.2.2 HW/SW Versions

One screen concentrates all HW and SW version of the device.
Figure 43 - NS2000 HW/SW configuration screen
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6.1.2.3 License
One screen concentrates all license information of the device. License files can be updated via this
screen.
Licesnse upgrade can be done in two froms: Locally or via a FTP server.
If you have the license file locally, press Choose File button, browse and select license file, and then
press Download button.
For connecting to NovelSat's FTP use the following:
FTP Address : 81.218.47.249
File name:
your own unique username and password you obtained from NovelSat support.
Then press Download button.
Figure 44 - NS2000 license Screen
6.1.2.4 SW Upgrade
Software upgrade can be done in two froms: Locally or via a FTP server.
If you have the license file locally, press Choose File button, browse and select software acrhive file,
and then press Upgrade button.
For connecting to NovelSat's FTP use the following:
FTP Address : 81.218.47.249
File name: NS2000_X_Y_Z (where X,Y,Z state version and build numbers)
User name: swver-gst
Password: EqiG9wHO
(Note: user name and password may change from time to time)
Then press Upgrade button.
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Figure 45 - NS2000 SW Upgrade Screen
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6.1.2.5 General
After setting all parameters configuration may be saved using the Save button.
Figure 46 – NS2000 General Options screen
6.1.2.6 Users
This screen allows the user to manipulate users on the device.
Figure 47 – NS2000 USERS actions screen
6.1.2.6.1 Delete User

After pressing the Delete user button, the Delete user drop-down list will appear with available user
names. After selecting the user name to be deleted, press OK button.
Figure 48 - NS2000 Delete user Screen
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6.1.2.6.2 Change Password

After pressing the Change password button, the Change passowrd dialog boxes will appear. Select
the user name and and type new password. To complete user addition press OK button.
Figure 49 - NS2000 Change password Screen
6.1.2.6.3 Add User

The NS2000 modulator can store up to 20 different configurations, in addition to admin, oper ,user
usernames.
After pressing the Add user button, the Add user dialog boxes will appear. Type in user name and
password, then select the group for this user. To complete user addition press OK button.
Figure 50 - NS2000 Add User Screen
6.1.3 System – Configure options

6.1.3.1 Management
6.1.3.1.1 IP
After setting all parameters configuration may be saved using the Save button. Any change will
cause an Apply button to appear. Press Apply to accept changes.
Figure 51 – NS2000 Management IP screen
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6.1.3.1.2 SNMP
Figure 52 – NS2000 SNMP screen
6.1.3.1.3 Alrams&Events
Figure 53 – NS2000 Alarms & Events screen
6.1.3.2 10MHz-Clock
Figure 54 – NS2000 10MHz Clock screen
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6.1.3.3 Serial Port

Figure 55 – NS2000 Serial Port screen
6.1.3.4 System-Time
After setting time values press Set Time button.
After setting date values press Set Date button.
Figure 56 – NS2000 Date & Time screen
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6.1.4 Demodulator - Config options

When selecting this option the following screens will appear.
6.1.4.1 Line
Figure 57 - Demodulator Config Line Page
6.1.4.2 Channel 1
The range value is the range of ISI that will be mapped to the physical channel 1 either in ASI or GbE
interface.
Figure 58 - Demodulator Config Channel 1 Settings
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6.1.4.3 Channel 2
All options on channel 2 page are greyed out since currently the modulator has the dual channel
option disabled. Enabling dual channel on the line screen will enable all channel 2 options.
The range value is the range of ISI that will be mapped to the physical channel 1 either in ASI or GbE
interface.
Figure 59 - Demodulator Config Channel 2 Settings
6.1.4.4 Interface Test

Figure 60 – NS2000 Interface Test screen
6.1.4.5 Interface ASI-A

Figure 61 – NS2000 Interface ASI-A
6.1.4.6 Interface ASI-B

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Figure 62 – NS2000 Interface ASI-B
6.1.4.7 Interface Gb Ethernet-A

Figure 63 – NS2000 Interface GbE-A
6.1.4.8 Interface Gb Ethernet-B

Figure 64 – NS2000 Interface GbE-B
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6.1.5 MCT Calculator

The NovelSat MCT Calculator is a consultantation tool that helps users clearly view all activation
options and decide on the best selection. Users provide input regarding current working
modulation, CNR or SNR, as well as desired link-margin and other information about the system,
and provide all mode codes that meet the limitations. The Calculator also provides advise on the
best mode code for best results.
6.1.5.1 How To Access NovelSat MCT Calculator
The NovelSat MCT Calculator is available through NovelSat Web GUI. It can be accessed by choosing
the calculator tab on the top of the webpage.
Figure 65 - MCT Calculator Tab on NS2000 WEB gui
6.1.5.2 NovelSat MCT Calculator Structure

The NovelSat MCT calculator page consists of with four parts:
1 2
Figure 66 - MCT Calculator structure
1. Compared Mode Codes: In this section, a user can decide which mode codes will be
compared and presented.
 Mode: Determines the mode of the mode codes that will be compared. The calculator
supports the following options: DVB-S2, NS3 and DVB-S2+NS3.
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 Frame Size: Determines the frame size of the mode codes that will be compared. The
options are: Normal or Short.
 Pilot: Determines the pilot usage of the mode codes that will be compared. The options
are: Yes (with pilots) or No (without pilots).
 Roll-Off: Determines the roll-off of the mode codes that will be compared. If a user has
selected to compare to multiple line modes (e.g. DVB-S2+NS3), a specific roll-off will be
chosen for each mode.
 Include Redundant: Determines whether to present redundant mode code options.
Redundant mode code is defined as an option wen at least one other mode code with
same line mode has a higher Info-Rate and lower CNR.
2. Comparison Reference: In this section a user can decide what the compared reference for all
calculations. Comparisons can be selected according to CNR, SNR or mode code. Sub-fields
will appear according to the choice made:
Figure 67 - MCT Calculator Comparison Methods
3. Show Results: After selecting all options, a user presses this button to start the compare
mode code and show results.
4. Results table: Displays the results of the comparison, as described in the following section.
6.1.5.3 NovelSat MCT Calculator’s Results
When receiving user’s choices, the calculator presents all mode codes that match characteristics as
specified in Compared Mode Codes that also meet reference criteria:
 If the comparison method is according to CNR, mode codes with CNR within the range
[reference_cnr – link_margin , reference_cnr] will be shown.
 If the comparison method is according to SNR, mode codes with SNR within the range
[reference_snr – link_margin , reference_snr] will be shown.
 If the comparison method is according to mode code, mode codes with CNR within the
range [reference_mode_code _cnr – link_margin, reference_mode_code_cnr] will be
shown.
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 In addition, one more mode codes for each selected line mode, will be shown at each
edge of the range.
For each mode code that is included in the desired range the calculator shows all the necessary
details: link margin, info-rate, cnr, snr, Eb/N0, line mode, modulation, frame size, fec rate, roll off,
pilot and symbol rate.
6.1.5.4 NovelSat MCT Example
Figure 68 - MCT Calculator Use Example
In this example all non-redundant mode codes that are either DVB-S2, normal frame size, with pilots
and with roll-off of 0.2 or, NS3, normal frame size, with pilots and with roll-off of 0.05 have been
compared to the reference mode code of DVB-S2, 16APSK , normal frame size, with pilots, roll-off of
0.2 and 4/5 fec rate.
The reference mode code has a CNR of 10.548188 and the desired link margin is 1.0, therefore the
mode codes that appear are those with CNR within the range of 9.548188 and 10.548188.
In addition, the first and last two lines are extra mode codes that are not included in the previous
range, but are the closest to it.
6.1.5.4.1 Advised Mode Code

In addition to present mode codes within the requested range, the MCT calculator offers advise
regarding what should be the best mode code to be used.
The advised mode code is as follow:
 The lowest mode code within the range, that is not redundant and not higher than cnr-
link_margin+0.3, when comparing according to CNR or mode code, or snr-
link_margin+0.3 for SNR comparisons.
 If there is no such mode code, MCT Calculator will advise on the extra mode code that is
lower than the range, meaning lower than cnr-link_margin (or snr-link_margin).
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6.1.5.4.2 Result Table Legend

Results are presented in a table, and colored according to the following criteria:
Figure 69 - MCT Calculator Legend
 Reference mode code. Will only appear if user chodes mode code as a comparison
method.
 Advised mode code with NS3 line mode.
 Advised mode code with DVB-S2 line mode.
 Mode codes that are redundant.
 All other mode codes.
6.1.5.4.3 Applying a Specific Mode Code on the Device

A user can easily change the current working mode code of a device to one of the recommended or
shown mode codes by simply pressing Apply next to the desired mode code row in the results’
table.
Figure 70 - MCT Calculator Result Table and Apply Buttons
Please note that switching between different Line Modes takes an extended period, therefore
applying a mode code with a different line mode than the current, may take some time.
Also, when applying a specific mode code, both channels are affected.
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6.2 SNMP
The device can be accessed via SNMP over the M&C ethernet interface. The agent within the device
is fully SNMPv1-compatible and responds to GET, GETNEXT, GETBULKand SET commands. If SNMPv2
is used, the device will also respond in SNMPv2 (including extended error codes). Traps can be
either v1 or v2 as configured by the user in the System-Configure->Management->SNMP screen or
front panel.
SNMP communication usually uses UDP port 161, which is set as default, but can also be changed in
M&C INTERFACE SETTINGS within the front panel menu. Traps are sent over UDP port 162 as
default, but the user have to enter the IP address of the host to receive them first.
On the SNMP manager side the basis for communication are the MIB files, whose structure is
consistent with the main menu structure of the corresponding device. In general, three MIB files are
required. Two global files (NOVELSAT-COMMON-MIB.MIB and NOVELSAT-ROOT-MIB.MIB) contain
the product tree of the company and all traps. Then each device has a specific MIB file
(i.e. NOVELSAT-DEMODULATOR.MIB for NS2000 modulator), which connects to the company tree
and contains the device’s menu structure. These MIB-Files can be requested through the support of
NovelSat.
After a correct installation of the MIB files all further configurations can be made via SNMP. The
nsModeConfig node therefore contains an SNMP-subtree. This subtree holds the community names
for read and write access can be changed (default is “public” for read and “private” for write).
Further the complete trap configuration is found here. Up to 2 trap receivers can be defined with
an internal name, IP address, UDP port (default is 162), enable bit mask (default is 0 / set to 31 to
enable all traps) and trap community name.
6.2.1 Compatibility remarks
SNMP on NovelSat devices has been developed mainly with iReasoning MIB Browser, in which all
MIBs of NovelSat are written.
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6.2.2 Checklist for getting started

The following points have to be considered on first time activation:
1. Does the IP address in your SNMP management software correspond with the IP address of
the agent?
2. Is the UDP port of both the agent and the mangement software set correctly? (default port
address is 161)
3. Do the community names correspond to the agent’s configuration? (default is “public” for
read and “private” for write access)
4. Trap reception: Is the trap receiver configured correctly?
5. Trap reception: Can your PC be accessed over the trap UDP port? (See firewall settings!)
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7 Quick Operation Guide

The following section describes pre-installed configuration files shipped with every unit's non-
volatile memory. All preconfigurations files come with the following parameters:
 TX_State is disabled
 Symbol Rate and Constellation will be dependent on product license.
 L Band Freq is 1000MHz
 IF Band Freq is 140MHz
 Output Power is -29dBm
 NS3 modulation is 64APSK,
 FEC is 9/10
End customers are encouraged to use the built in configurations and to modify them upon their own
needs.
It is assumed end customers will connect the NS1000 and NS2000 back to back either using a coax
SMA cable with 50ohm to 75ohm adaptor (Shown in red) or a 50 ohm BNC ended coax cable (Shown
in cyan) prior to connection to a live satellite link, as shown in
NS1000
NS2000
Figure 71.
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NS1000
NS2000
Figure 71 - Back to Back connection
Do Note:
Modulator Power should be kept lower or equal to -29dBm.
No attenuation needed.
SNR will be high, as noise floor is the modulator/demodulator noise level.
All configuration names ending with L-Band require the RED cabling shown above.
All Configuration names ending withIF-Band require the CYAN cabling shown above.
7.1 Single_Channel_ASI-A_L-Band
This configuration shows a simple ASI connection in ASI-A connector. Load this configuration, via
WEB interface (System->Databases->Load->Single_Channel_ASI-A_L-Band) or via the front panel.
ASI data should be connected to ASI-A-IN connector in the rear panel on the NS1000.
7.2 Dual_Channel_ASI_VCM_L-Band
This configuration shows a simple ASI connection in ASI-A connector. Load this configuration, via
WEB interface (System->Databases->Load->Dual_Channel_ASI_L-Band) or via the front panel.
ASI data should be connected to ASI-A-IN,ASI-B-IN connectors respectively in the rear panel on the
NS1000. To clarify, data injected on the ASI-A connector will come out on the ASI-A-OUT connector
on the NS2000.
In this example, each channel receives a different ModeCode, and the two streams are identified by
different ISI (Input Stream Identifier)
7.3 Single_Channel_GbE-A_L-Band
This configuration shows a simple Ethernet connection in GbE-A connector. Load this configuration,
via WEB interface (System->Databases->Load->Single_Channel_GbE-A_L-Band).
Ethernet data should be connected to GbE-A connector in the rear panel on the NS1000.
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7.4 Dual_Channel_GbE_VCM_L-Band
This configuration shows a simple Ethernet connection in GbE connectors. Load this configuration,
via WEB interface (System->Databases->Load->Dual_Channel_GbE_VCM_L-Band).
Ethernet data should be connected to GbE-A,GbE-B connectors respectively in the rear panel on the
NS1000. To clarify, data injected on the GbE-A connector will come out on the GbE-A-OUT
connector on the NS2000.
7.5 Dual_Channel_PRBS_IF-Band
This configuration shows utrlizing the internal PRBS generator in case no data source is present.
Load this configuration, via WEB interface (System->Databases->Load->Dual_Channel_PRBS_IF-
Band).
No Data to be provided to NS1000 as it is internal.
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7.6 Redudancy Switch operation

A cable shown in ‎4.7.3 should be prepared at the proper lengths. Then the following connectivity
may be implemented, depending on actual configuration requirements.
ALARM A
Solid Lines – ALARM B was activated Solid Lines – ALARM B was activated
Dashed Lines – ALARM A was activated Dashed Lines – ALARM A was activated
IRD
POS A POS B NS2000 A 4 2 LNB A
IF/RF
IF/RF 1
POS A NS2000 B LNB B
ALARM B
Figure 72 - Single IRD Source redundancy example
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8 Technical Specifications
8.1 Input Interfaces
8.1.1 L-Band Input

 Connector: SMA (F) 50 ohm
 Frequency Range: 950-1750MHz (up to 2150MHz) in 1Hz Steps
 Level:: -70 + 10 log(F)-20 dBm (F in Mbaud)
 Max input level: 0dBm
 Composite Power: < -20dBm
 Return Loss: >10dB
8.1.2 LNB Power Control

 Voltage: 11.5V-14V (Vertical Polarization), 16V-19V (Horizontal Polarization)
 Band Select: 22KHz ± 4KHz
 Max Current: 350mA
8.1.3 IF-Band Input

 Connector: BNC (F) 75 ohm
 Frequency Range: 70MHz±20MHz, 140MHz±40MHz in 1Hz Steps
 Level:: -70 + 10 log(F)-20 dBm (F in Mbaud)
 Max input level: 0dBm
 Composite Power: < -20dBm
 Return Loss: >10 dB
8.1.4 10MHz Reference Clock I/O (Optional)

 Ref Input Power Level: -3dBm up to +7dBm
 Ref Output Power Level: +7dBm Typical
 Waveform: Sine wave
 Frequency Stability: ± 1ppm over 0 to +50deg
 Aging : ± 1ppm max first year
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8.1.5 10 MHz Clock – High Stability (Optional)

 Stability: ±10 ppb over 0°C to 70°C
 Aging: <± 0.5 ppb/day, <± 75 ppb/year
8.2 Baseband
8.2.1 DVB-S2
 Inner code: BCH
 Outer Code:: LDPC
Code rates and modulation
 QPSK: 1/4, 1/3, 2/5, 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
 8PSK: 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
 16APSK: 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
 32APSK: 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
 Frame Length: 64800, 16200
 Baseband ROF: SRRC 20%, 25%, 35%
8.2.2 NS3
 Inner code: BCH
 Outer Code: LDPC
Modulations
 QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK, 32APSK, 64APS
 Frame Length: 64800, 16200
 Baseband ROF: “SRRC like” 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 35%
8.3 Output Interfaces
8.3.1 ASI Output

Two ASI interfaces that can function in parallel:
8.3.2 GbE Output (Optional)

 Connector: 1/10/1G Ethernet
8.4 Monitor and Control Interfaces
8.4.1 SW interfaces
 Command Line Interface
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 Web Based Graphic User Interface

 SNMP V3
 Front Panel
8.4.2 Serial RS232 Interface

 Female 9-Pin D-Sub Connector
8.4.3 Ethernet
 10/100 Base-T Interface to monitor and control
8.4.4 Alarm Interface

 Female 9-Pin D-Sub Connector
8.5 Physical
 Weight: 3.5 Kg (7.7 pounds)
 Size: 19” W x 18” D x 1.75” H (48.3 x 45.7 x 4.45 cm)
8.6 Environmental
 Prime Power: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 30 Watts maximum
 Operating Temp: 0 to 50°C
 Operating Humidity: Up to 85% Non-Condensing
 Storage Temp: -40°C to 70°C
 Storage Humidity: Up to 95% Non-Condensing
8.7 Optional Interfaces

 Dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet
 G703
 HSSI Technology Overview
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9 Ordering Information
NS3™ enables its end users for a superior flexibility in system design. One can start with a link using
lower symbol rates and/or modulation schemes. Then, if needed, one can find that it needs for the
same link higher symbol rate or modecodes. No need to change any hardware or to unmount any
operating equipment, but only to update the licesnse file in hand. Please contact NovelSat Sales
people for help in obtaining the proper licesnse.
The available option are shown below:
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10 Troubleshooting Guide
This section collects the most common issues NovelSat Technical support have encountered.
10.1 No Web GUI appears

Please make sure the following:
IP address is set properly
Subnet mask is set proprtly
Gateway address is set properly
Ethernet cable is OK and connected to the Ethernet M&C port (See Error! Reference source not
found.).
10.2 Parameters mismatch

If NS2000 fail to lock upon NS1000 make sure all parameters such as symbol rate, roll off factor,
transmission protocol are the same on both side.
10.3 Golden Sequnce Matching

When trying to lock NS1000 versus other vendors equipment, the default golden sequence for
NS3™ is 1. Some other vendors use 0 as their default. Please try changing the golden sequence to 0.
10.4 No Input Power

If the NS2000 does not receive signal or composite power readout is very low, check cabling or
check the frequency again.
10.5 Dual Channel mislock

Both channels are injected but only one can be received on far end. This can be cause if the user did
not configure the ISI paramerter (See Error! Reference source not found.) differently for each
physical channel.
Also make sure far side ISI range fits the setting on the NS1000.
For example, channel 1 ISI is 00h, and Channel 2 ISI is 10h. so on the far side the ISI range for
channel 1 can be 00h – 0fh, while channel 2 range should be 10 to ff.
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11 Maintenance and Service

11.1 Maintenance
Under standard working conditions there are no parts inside the NS1000 modulator that require any
special maintenance.
11.2 Service
If a fault occurs with the device we kindly ask you to report the following to the factory support:
• Model number and serial number
• Time in operation
• Description of failure
Please record and send over the status in the front panel status display.
Please record also the current configuration or leave the settings unchanged.
If the unit shall be returned to the factory please copy and fill out the RMA (return material
authorization) request form, see section Error! Reference source not found.. Please fax or send this
form to the address which you find on the form. You will then receive an RMA number which allows
easier equipment tracking.
11.3 Company Address

NOVELSAT (USA)
25 Tanglewood Rd. Newton, MA 02459
TEL: +1. 617.658.1419
EMAIL: support@novelsat.com
NovelSat will provide the shipment instructions.

NovelSat will instruct the customer about shipment document needed.
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11.4 RMA Form
Return Material Authorization Form

A. Customer
Customer name: _________________________________ Customer #: ________
Contact person ________________ Tel: _____________ Fax:____________ e-mail:_________
B. Problem receipt
Date of request:
Received by: Tel: e-mail:
Item # Description Serial Number Qty Problem description

1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
D. Technical support engineer RMA#:
return authorization
Approved by: Date:
Remarks:
E. Sales return authorization
Under warranty: Yes / No
Approved by: Date:
Remarks:
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About this Manual

Cautions and Warnings

A warning icon in the text of this manual indicates a potentially hazardous

APSK Amplitude and Phase Shift Keying

AWGN Additive White Gaussian Noise

BCH Bose-Chaudhuri-Hocquenghem multiple error correction binary block code

CCM Constant Coding and Modulation

CIR Carrier Interference Ratio

CNR Carrier Noise Ratio

DVB Digital Video Broadcasting

DVB-S DVB System for satellite broadcasting specified in EN 300 421

DVB-S2 DVB-S2 System for satellite broadcasting specified in EN 302 307

Eb/No Energy-per-bit to Noise density ratio

Es/No Energy-per-symbol to Noise density ratio

FEC Forward Error Correction

GUI Graphical User Interface

IBO Input Back Off

IMUX Input MUltixpleXer

ISI InterSymbol Interference OR Input Stream Identifier

ISSY Input Stream SYnchronizer

LDPC Low Density Parity Check (codes)

LSB Least Significant Bit

MCT Mode Code Type

MPEG Moving Pictures Experts Group

MSB Most Significant Bit

NLDC Non-Linear Distortion Compensation

NLPD Non-Linear Pre-Distortion

OMUX Output MUltixpleXer

PRBS Pseudo Random Binary Sequence

PSK Phase Shift Keying

QPSK Quaternary Phase Shift Keying

SNR Signal to Noise Ratio

TWTA Travelling Wave Tube Amplifier

VCM Variable Coding and Modulation

3.2 Installation Codes ...................................................................................................................42

5.3.1.1.1.4 Signal Power .............................................................................................................. 53

5.3.2.1.2 Load .................................................................................................................................. 58

5.3.3.1.2 SNMP ................................................................................................................................ 62

5.3.4.1.10.1 ACM Margin............................................................................................................. 68

5.3.4.3.4.5 Encapsulation ............................................................................................................ 74

6.1.2.6.2 Change Password ............................................................................................................. 88

7.3 Single_Channel_GbE-A_L-Band ............................................................................................101

Figure 35 - NS2000 Database Settings Screen ......................................................................................80

Figure 72 - Single IRD Source redundancy example ...........................................................................103

1.2 The NS3™ Advantage

1.3 Comparing NS3™ and DVB-S2

1.3.1 Allocated Bandwidth

Figure 1 - Allocated Bandwidth

1.3.2 Noise Level

Figure 2 - Noise Level

1.3.3 Transmit Power

Figure 3 - DVB-S2/NS3 Transmit power

1.3.4 Actual Performance

Figure 4 - Nominal Performance Chart

1.3.5 Saturated Channel

performance of NS3™ protocol in saturated and non-saturated conditions against ensemble

Figure 5 - Performance Comparison in Saturated and non-saturated channel conditions

1.3.6 Spectral Mask

Figure 6 - NS1000 Spectral image, NS3, 5% ROF, 12MHz

Figure 7 - NS1000 Spectral image, DVB-S2, 20% ROF, 72MHz

Figure 8 - NS1000 Spectral image, NS3, 5% ROF, 72MHz

1.3.7 Phase Noise Immunity