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Comtech EF Data LBC-4000 User Manual

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LBC-4000 L-Band Up/Down Converter System with Ethernet

Revision 2

Appendix B

MN-LBC4000A

 

B–3

B.3

Redundancy Operations via the LBC-4000 Front Panel

You  can  configure,  monitor,  and  control  redundancy  operation  via  the  LBC‐4000  front  panel, 
using the keypad and display. Nested menus are used, which display all available options, and 
prompt you to carry out a required action. Figure B‐3 identifies the key features of the LBC‐4000 
front panel; see Chapter 5. FRONT PANEL OPERATION for in‐depth explanations of the function 
and operation of this operational interface. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Feature Description

Function

See Chapter

Section...

1 Rack

Handles

The handles allow quick installation into and removal of the unit

from an equipment rack.

2.2

2

Prime Power
Switch

The Prime Power Switch is located inside the front panel rear

panel. Loosen the thumbscrews, slide the front panel out from the

chassis, and then swing down.

3.3.2.3

5.1.1

3

Converter LED

Indicator Group

The two groups of LEDs indicate, in a summary fashion, the status

of each converter.

5.1.2

4 Keypad

The keypad comprises six keyswitches behind a flat membrane.
Enter data via the keypad.

5.1.3

5

Vacuum

Fluorescent
Display (VFD)

The VFD is an active display showing two lines of 24 characters

each. It produces a blue light with adjustable brightness. Nested
menus, data, prompts, and messages are displayed on the VFD.

5.1.4

Figure B-3. LBC-4000 Front Panel