The USS switches, formerly Newtec, protect modulators, demodulators, modems and converters with 1+1 and N+1 redundancy. The USS0202 controls up to 36 switching modules, expandable with up to seven USS0203 extension units for configurations up to 16+1; the USS0212 is a compact 1+1 switch for IP head-ends. They switch ASI, IP, IF, L-band and RF signals, copy configurations between main and spare units, and monitor third-party equipment through alarm contacts.
Key features
- Switches ASI, IP (logical GbE), IF, L-band and RF
- Scalable from 1+1 to 16+1
- Automatic or manual operation with automatic switch-back
- Configuration copy from main to spare
- SNMP integration; GUI with synoptic view
- Dual redundant power supplies
ST Engineering iDirect USS Universal Redundancy Switches products
All 3 models
| Part number | Configuration |
|---|---|
| USS0202 | Main unit; 1+1 to 16+1 |
| USS0203 | Extension unit for USS0202 |
| USS0212 | 1+1 |
Specifications
| Switched signals | ASI, IP (logical GbE), IF, L-band, RF |
|---|---|
| Management | SNMP, web GUI, front panel |
| Power | Dual redundant supplies with monitoring |
Applications
- Broadcast and DTH head-ends
- Teleport modem and converter chains
- IP trunking and backhaul hubs
Frequently asked questions
Does the USS work with non-iDirect equipment?
Yes. Third-party devices are supported through alarm contact monitoring.
Need it installed, aligned or supported?
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