Comtech EF Data DT-4500-A Series - Manual (Page 69)

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FRONT PANEL
OPERATION
5.1 Introduction
Figure 5-1. DT-4500-A Front and Rear Panel Views
Figure 5-1 identifies the key operational features of the front and rear panels of the DT-4500-A
Series Downconverter. This example depicts a DT-4503-A Downconverter equipped with an
Input/Output Module (IOM).
The front panel features (from left): Two Test Point Sample Ports, Six Light-Emitting Diode (LED)
Indicators, a Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD); and a six-button keypad.
The Prime Power Switch, located on the rear panel, is an integral component of the IEC Line
Input (AC Power) Connector.
The function and behavior of the LED indicators, keypad, and VFD are described in detail in this
chapter. The keypad comprises six individual keyswitches. You can fully control and monitor the
operation of the DT-4500-A from the front panel using the keypad and display. Enter data via
the keypad, and review messages on the VFD. Nested menus display all available options and