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Satellite Meter

Model Super Buddy™ Satellite Signal Level Meter $679 Will ship in 6 weeks

What makes the Super Buddy™ better than the competition?

	Ready to Use Out of the Box (Battery is Charged and Satellite Database is Loaded)
	Field Replaceable F - connectors (barrel connectors)
	Calibrated Signal Level (dBm, dBmV or dBµV)
	Holds ALL satellites and ALL their transponders
	Field Guide software updates are available as free downloads from www.appliedin.com
	Ability to LOCK on WildBlue internet satellite and able to identify relevant geographic-specific WildBlue spot beam based on your Zip Code
	Ability to LOCK on new Dish Network 118.7 and 129 satellites with 8PSK signals
	Ability to do new DirecTV Slimline / AT9KaKu Installs (Can LOCK on and display signal strength for 101, 110, and 119 and will display signal strength for 99 and 103)
	Ability to do new DirecTV MFH1, MFH2, and DIRECTV SWM-ODU Installs
	Ability to control new Zinwell 6x8 Multiswitch
	Ability to save proof of performance readings (actual signal level & quality measurements) and then upload them to your PC to give to the head office
	BER (Bit Error Rate, Reed Solomon)
	Zip Code Lookup - Ability to obtain needed azimuth, magnetic heading, and elevation for antenna install preparations based on your Zip Code
	Tunable to individual transponders
	Quick Charge Battery
	Ability to manually enter new custom satellites using front panel keypad (ideal for lab use or military classified satellite use)
	Rugged durable aluminum case with rubber shock guards and weatherproof gaskets
	Troubleshooting ability (Can display Voltage supplied by IRD, Current drawn by LNB, and LNB Frequency Deviation to find defective drifting LNBs)
	Works with both normal and stacked frequency plans
	Current Limit Level of 600 mA; This is enough juice to power even the Dish Pro Plus 3 LNB setup and the Dish 1000.2, which are the "current hogs" of the industry

Ideal for Use with the Following Systems:

Dish Network (including new Dish Network 118.7 and 129)

DirecTV (including new DirecTV Slimline / AT9KaKu, MFH1, MFH2, and DIRECTV SWM-ODU Systems)

Bell ExpressVu

Tachyon

All Low Ku Band FSS Satellites (i.e., Globecast / Telstar 5 / IA5 / Galaxy 25)

DirecWay / HughesNet

DTN

Star Band

Star Choice

WildBlue

C-Band

Custom

Stacked LNB / L-Band (i.e. Sonora systems, NAS systems, etc.)

Click here to see list of supported satellites contained in each Super Buddy™ regional Field Guide

Features

	ID the satellite by "align-to-lock" or "automatic scan"
	Positive ID multi-lock algorithm eliminates false positives
	Geo-sensitive "Field Guide" software stores all satellites and transponders per global region
	Zip code entry provides antenna azimuth and vertical angle settings
	Field replaceable connectors
	Audible tone for signal lock and peak
	Tunable to individual transponders
	Quick charge battery with universal AC or vehicle 12 VDC
	Controls multi-LNBs/switches with 22kHz/DiSEqC
	Easy to use single function front panel buttons
	Displays cross-pole value from DIRECWAY modems
	Able to manually enter new satellites using front panel keypad
	Computer interface for future upgrades
	Rugged durable aluminum case with rubber shock guards

Applications

	VSAT installations
	Site surveys
	Commercial installations
	Single family home installations
	Multiple dwelling unit (apartment and condominium) system installations and alignments

Measurements

	Signal Level (dBm, dBmV or dBµV) with present and peak bargraph
	Signal Quality (displayed with familiar IRD value with present and peak bargraph or as C/N, Eb/No, or Es/No)
	Carrier/Noise Ratio (dB)
	Bit Error Rate (Post-FEC, Reed Solomon)
	Voltage supplied by IRD
	Current drawn by LNB
	LNB Frequency Deviation

Specifications

	Frequency range	950 to 2150 MHz
	Tuning resolution	Individual Transponders
	Signal level range	-70 to -10 dBm (-21 to +39 dBmV) (+39 to +99 dBµV)
	Signal lock formats	DSS, DVB-S, Digicipher 2, Dish 8PSK
	Impedance	75 Ohm
	LNB power	13 VDC for V/R, 18 VDC for H/L, Current limited at 600 mA
	Switch control	22 kHz, DiSEqC, DISH Legacy
	Battery	Rechargeable NiMH 7.2V, 3.0 Ah
	Run time/charge	3 hours for a single LNB (depends on LNB current draw)
	Universal AC charger	100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, fast charge and then trickle
	Vehicle Charger	12 VDC
	Computer interface	Serial Port (Com 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6)
	RF Connector	Double-F barrel field replaceable
	Size (W x H x D)	6.8" x 6.4" x 3.2"
		(17.3cm) x (16.3cm) x (5.8cm)
	Weight	3.45 lbs. (1.6 kg)
	Operating temperature	0°F to 125°F (-17°C to 51°C)

Standard Accessories

	Training DVD Video
	Shoulder strap
	Cordura protective flap (yellow color)
	AC Line Cord for charging battery (Universal 100 to 240 VAC Transformer is built into the meter)
	Automobile cigarette-lighter adapter battery charge cord
	RS-232 PC Download Cable (9 Pin Serial Connector)
	Operator’s Manual
	Application Notes (Detailed Instructions for Specific Installations)
	System Selection Trees (Software Tree Maps Displaying the Meter's Setting Options)

Optional Accessories

Blue Bunny Voltage Step-Up - for use with WildBlue & Telesat/Anikast/Xplornet

Additional Resources

		Super Buddy™ Data Sheet
		Large Picture
		Super Buddy™ Field Guide Updates
		Super Buddy™ Operation Manual
		Super Buddy™ Application Notes
		Super Buddy™ System Selection Trees
		Back To Signal Level Meter Products

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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