CPI 3RU TouchPower Touch Panel Controller for TWTAs and SSPAs
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Product details
The CPI Model 3RU TouchPower Touch Panel Controller puts touchscreen monitor and control of CPI amplifiers and redundant switch systems in a 3RU rack panel. It has the same interface as CPI's T-series indoor amplifiers and talks to newer amplifiers over Ethernet and legacy units over RS-485.
With CPI's SIM switch software it controls up to sixteen switches and ten CAN-Bus amplifiers, and its USB port downloads amplifier logs and uploads firmware. It runs on 100–240 VAC and draws under 20W.
Key features
- Touchscreen control of CPI amplifiers and redundant switch systems
- Ethernet to newer amplifiers (BCIP/ACIP); RS-485 to legacy amplifiers
- Up to 16 SIM switches and 10 CAN-Bus amplifiers, or 4 switches and 3 legacy amplifiers
- Controls several SIM-enabled systems at once
- USB port: download amplifier logs, upload firmware, save and load screen settings
- RS-232/422/485 serial and 10Base-T Ethernet M&C ports
- 3RU (5.25 in), 19 in rack; under 15 lb; 100–240 VAC, under 20W
Specifications
| Part number | Model 3RU |
|---|---|
| Series | CPI 3RU Touch Panel Controller |
| Display screens | Redundant switch system status and control; amplifier status, menu, meters, settings and event log |
| Touch-screen controls | Local/remote, switch system selector, switch auto/manual, manual switch control, amplifier selector, transmit/standby, fault reset, RF inhibit, RF power level, menu |
| Amplifier links | Ethernet (BCIP or ACIP) to newer amplifiers; RS-485 to legacy amplifiers |
| System capacity | Up to 16 SIM switches and 10 CAN-Bus amplifiers; or 4 switches and 3 legacy amplifiers |
| Rear panel | AC input and on/off switch; RS-485 to amplifiers; RS-232/422/485 serial M&C; 10Base-T Ethernet M&C |
| USB | Log download, firmware upload to T-series amplifiers, screen-settings backup |
| Dimensions | 5.25 H × 19 W × 10 D in max. (134 × 483 × 254 mm), 3RU |
| Weight | Under 15 lb (6.8 kg) |
| Power | 100–240 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz; under 20W |
| Temperature / humidity | -10 °C to +50 °C operating; 95% RH non-condensing |
Applications
- Equipment-room control of outdoor TWTAs and SSPAs
- Redundant and power-combined amplifier systems
- Upgrading control of legacy CPI amplifiers
Frequently asked questions
Which amplifiers does it work with?
CPI says it provides full M&C for CPI CMPAs, CHPAs and most outdoor HPAs, over Ethernet for newer models and RS-485 for legacy units. Send us your amplifier models and we'll confirm compatibility.
Can Digisat integrate this with my existing amplifiers?
Yes. Digisat engineers install and configure CPI amplifier control, redundancy and monitoring equipment, and integrate it with your M&C or NMS. Tell us which amplifiers and switches you have when you request a quote.
Need it installed, aligned or supported?
Digisat engineers install, commission and maintain satellite ground systems for government agencies, teleports and broadcasters worldwide. Request installation or engineering support.