Comtech EF Data SDM-9000 - Manual (Page 20)

Preface SDM-9000 Satelite Modem
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Metric Conversion
Metric conversion information is located on the inside back cover of this manual. This
information is provided to assist the operator in cross-referencing English to Metric
conversions.
Recommended Standard Designations
Recommended Standard (RS) Designations have been superseded by the new designation
of the Electronic Industries Association (EIA). References to the old designations are
shown only when depicting actual text displayed on the screen of the unit (RS-232, RS-
485, etc.). All other references in the manual will be shown with the EIA designations
(EIA-232, EIA-485, etc.) only.
Military Standards
References to “MIL-STD-188” apply to the 114A series (i.e., MIL-STD-188-114A),
which provides electrical and functional characteristics of the unbalanced and balanced
voltage digital interface circuits applicable to both long haul and tactical
communications. Specifically, these references apply to the MIL-STD-188-114A
electrical characteristics for a balanced voltage digital interface circuit, Type 1 generator,
for the full range of data rates. For more information, refer to the Department of Defense
(DOD) MIL-STD-188-114A, “Electrical Characteristics of Digital Interface Circuits.”
Trademarks
Product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.