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Introduction
1.1 OVERVIEW
This operator’s manual applies to all ATOM SSPAs and BUCs with the following marketing numbers:
ATOMSKAxxx (25-50W)
ATOMBKAxxx (25-50W)
ATOM-100060 (40W)
This includes any ATOM that uses the 25-50W (Psat) Ka Commercial Band (29.0-30.0 GHz), Military Band
(30.0-31.0 GHz), Dual Band (29.0-30.0 GHz / 30.0-31.0 GHz) or Specific Bands. This also includes the
ATOM-100060 (Ka 40W BUC) as specified.
SSPA - Solid State Power Amplifier
If this unit is a SSPA, the RF input signal is amplified to the specified power.
BUC - Block Up Converter and Amplifier
If this unit is a BUC, the IF input signal is upconverted to Ka-Band RF frequencies and then amplified to the
specified power.