Comtech EF Data SNM-1001L - Manual (Page 149)

SNM-1001L Satellite Modem Revision 1
Front Panel Operation MN/SNM1001L.IOM
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4.3.6.7 FUNCTION SELECT: UTILITY: MODEM TYPE
UTILITY
MODEM TYPE
Select information to view using the [
←] [→] arrow keys, then press .
FUNCTION SELECT: UTILITY: MODEM TYPE: MODEM TYPE
MODEM TYPE
CUSTOM
Several selections from this menu require optional hardware and software.
(Also, refer to Chapter 5.)
Modem Type Description
Custom Access to all modems. Use caution, incompatible configuration parameters are
possible.
EFD Closed Network operation
AUPC AUPC – The TX and RX Reed-Solomon cards. Provides AUPC operation only and No
ASYNC channel.
When the modem is changed from one type of operation to another, the modem will be reset to
the default configuration of the new modem type. The RF-IF Output shall be tuned On to get the
modem to lock.
• If the existing modem type is the same as the type entered, the modem will not change
any parameters.
• If the modem type is changed to Custom, No parameters will be changed.
• If the modem will not allow the modem type selection, that type of operation may not be
an available option. Select MODEM OPTIONS and OVERHEAD OPTIONS to locate
which modem operations are allowed.
CAUTION
Use caution when modifying the Custom Type. This type accepts all changes
to the modem, including incompatible parameters changes. Only
experienced modem operators familiar with all the controls shall use Custom
type.