Chapter 11 DSNG Configuration
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Ellipse 3000 Release 3.0, Rev. B
Common Modulation Parameters
11.4.9
Pilot Mode
The Pilot Mode parameter sets the pilot mode of operation. In order to expedite carrier recovery,
the standard allows two operating modes for each modulation type: Pilot-less (i.e. no Pilot
symbols are inserted) and Piloted, where Pilot symbols are inserted to aid carrier synchronization.
NOTE:
This parameter is only relevant for units operating under DVB-S2 modulation scheme.
This parameter is not available in the UE-9216 module.
The available options are:
■
On
■
Off
The Pilot Mode default is
Off
.
Front Panel
To set the Pilot Mode parameter on the front panel:
❖
Navigate
Root > IF
or
L-Band Modulation > Pilot Mode
.
Web Manager
To set the Pilot Mode parameter in the Web Manager:
❖
Select
DSNG > MODULATOR AND UPCONVERTER
(see Figure 11–2 or Figure 11–3).
Pilot Mode
ƒ Off
‚ On