Description
Chapter 2: Introduction
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VersaMux-4000 Operation & Installation Guide
Part No. 24001157
Revision C
Description
The VersaMux-4000 extends the current DNE CV product line by providing the
ability to multiplex up to four ports of trunk group traffic onto a single aggregate
channel for transport to a remote site. The VersaMux-4000 provides aggregate
speeds up to 16-Mbps for use with modern high-speed radio and satellite
equipment. The aggregate utilizes a highly efficient time division multiplexing
(TDM) algorithm derived from the DNE AN/FCC-100 product line.
The VersaMux-4000 system consists of a base chassis that contains five interface
slots (four user slots and one aggregate), external (station) clock input, control
(craft) port, AC power input, and the front panel control interface. Interface
modules populate the slot positions within the base chassis to meet specific
customer requirements. The VersaMux-4000 mounts in a standard 19” rack or can
operate as a “table-top” unit. Version 1.0 supports only the NRZ aggregate module
and the Combo Fiber-Copper (user input) Modules.
The VersaMux-4000 provides circuit level modularity providing you with
convenient upgrade and maintenance procedures while maintaining live
operational links. The modular architecture also provides sparing capability for
each interface. The VersaMux-4000 supports interoperability with all existing CV
product line interfaces as well as JTC3A-9109 compliant equipment such as the
AN/GSC-54 and MD-1272. In addition to operating with converter products, the
VersaMux-4000 is interoperable with NRZ-based serial data equipment.
Hot Swap
The VersaMux-4000 modules are “hot swappable.” The interface modules can be
replaced with another supported interface module without powering down the
system. User interface modules can be “hot-swapped” without losing the other
active user links. See
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Flash Memory
All VersaMux-4000 models store configuration information in flash memory. This
enables the VersaMux-4000 to maintain the configuration through power cycles.
Front Panel
The front panel of the VersaMux-4000 chassis provides an on/off switch, front
panel display with keypad, and status LED indicators as shown in
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Figure 2-1
VersaMux-4000 Front Panel
System
POWER
AGGR
CLK REF
PORTS
FAULT
VersaMux-4000
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