Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB

Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
Code: R10740
View of the meter in its carrying case
Side view - setting knob (multi-function dial), On/Off switch, DC power input (charging),
RS-232 port, two LNB inputs. The elements are accessible also when the device is in its carrying case.
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Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
View of the included carrying case
Other included accessories: AC/DC adapter (charger), car charger, CD-ROM with software,
RS-232 cable (for software update)
Satlook Micro HD R10740 meter has been designed and manufactured by engineers of Emitor company in
Sweden. This company has many years' experience in the production of measuring devices for terrestrial and
satellite television systems.
The device has a large number of useful functions but still maintains ease of use. Similarly to many other
products, the manufacturer has implemented a multi-function dial (button/knob) which provides quick access
to all functions. This feature is of particular importance when the user wants to search the whole satellite
band.
The main purpose of the R10740 meter is to help the installer find a chosen satellite (with Easy Find), and
then to allow for precise alignment of the dish and LNB(s) by measuring a set of parameters of digital signals
from selected transponders. The device can measure satellite signals in DVB-S standard (QPSK modulation)
and in DVB-S2 standard (QPSK and 8PSK modulations - the latter is used by transponders broadcasting HD
channels).
Satlook Micro HD is equipped with 3'' LCD display with backlit option and contrast adjustment. Two LNB
inputs allow to simultaneously measure parameters of signals coming from two LNBs, which is very useful
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Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
for alignment of dishes with two LNBs that are to be aligned with two satellites. The built-in loudspeaker
makes it easy to provisionally find the proper position of the dish "by ear" (beep tone corresponds with the
satellite signal strength).
The device can store in its memory up to 100 satellite-transponder combinations. Channel lists can be freely
modified and updated with easy-to-use software. The manufacturer continuously supports users through
relatively frequent software upgrades that also enhance performance of the meter.
The menu is available in: English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish, Swedish, and Turkish.
Description of key features of Satlook Micro HD meter
Easy Find mode
Use of EasyFind mode is an easy way to point the dish at the desired satellite. The device allows the user to
define custom profiles (up to five profiles, each containing up to six satellites or transponders). This feature is
also very useful for installers building multiswitches systems - they can define separate profiles for each
polarization-band pair. Another application is to measure parameters of signals from transponders
broadcasting HD channels.
Auto scanning of all available transponders
Automatic satellite scan allows to find all transponders and distinguish broadcasting standards (DVB-S or
DVB-S2). This function is available for selected satellites: Hotbird 13E, Sirius 4.8E, Thor 0.8W, Astra 28.2E,
Astra 23.5E, Astra 19E.
Digital mode
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Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
The instrument can measure DVB-S and DVB-S2 signals modulated in QPSK or 8PSK formats. Selection of
the transponder may be made by the use of previously prepared lists, or manually using the dial. In addition, it
is possible to automatically scan the entire satellite bandwidth in order to find any other active transponders
and measure their parameters.
Available measurements:
• SIG - power level of the signal at the current frequency
• SNR - Signal to Noise ratio of the locked signal
• BER - Bit Error Ratio
• MER - Modulation Error Ratio
• constellation diagram
Spectrum mode
The spectrum mode provides information on signal power depending on its frequency. The analysis of the
characteristic helps to diagnose potential sources of interference in the system. Large display and function dial
make the spectral analysis an easy task.
The meter is equipped with a backlit LCD display so the measurements can be performed even in adverse
lighting conditions.
X Polarity
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Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
This useful function provides a visual reference of the signal level of the vertical and horizontal polarizations.
It can be used to adjust the LNB skew for maximum isolation. To ensure that the comparison applies to the
right transponder, the function should be used along with spectrum analysis.
Example 8PSK constellation diagram
List of channels of a specific transponder
Main features of the meter
• measurements of DVB-S and DVB-S2 signals,
• QPSK and 8PSK fotmats,
• measurements of analog signals,
• spectral analysis with zoom function,
• EasyFind function,
• 3'' bright LCD display,
• high sensitivity,
• measurements of SIG (signal level), BER, MER, SNR,
• constellation diagram,
• NIT support (Network Information Table),
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Digital Satellite Meter Satlook Micro HD (DVB-S/S2)
• X-Polarity function supporting optimum LNB skew adjustment,
• support for DiSEqC 1.0, 1.1, 1.2,
• LNB power and control: 13/18 V, 22 kHz tone,
• memory: 99 transponders,
• RS-232 interface for data and firmware update,
• handy carrying case included.
The device comes with a two-year warranty.
Specifications
Name
Satlook Micro HD
Code
R10740
Frequency range [MHz]
920-2150
Min signal level [dBuV]
35
Max signal level [dBuV]
100
Input impedance [dB]
75
Main functions according to transmission
technology
Analog
spectrum analysis
signal level
Digital
(DVB-S/DVB-S2)
signal level, BER, MER,
SNR
constellation diagram
Satellite/transponder identification
yes (including NIT)
Memory
99 transponders
Display
3'' LCD
Data/firmware update
yes - via RS-232
LNB power and control voltages [V]
13/18
22 kHz tone
yes
DiSEqC versions
1.0, 1.1, 1.2
DiSEqC positioner commands
yes
Battery operation time
up to 2 hours
DC power input (charging parameters)
13.8 V / 1.5 A
Weight [kg]
1.5
Name
Language File type File size
User manual
EN
3.35 MB 2010.12.15
Firmware ver. 120EU
-
0.4 MB
Transponder list editor
-
0.03 MB 2010.12.15
Transponder list updater -
0.3 MB
Date
2010.12.15
2010.12.15
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