UFO 83 - Digital TV Receiver KATHREIN - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Satellite Dish Antenna
Model	UFO 83
Brand	Kathrein
Reflector Diameter	83 cm
Material	Aluminum
Color	Silver/Grey
Weight	Approx. 5 kg
Mount Type	Wall or pole mount
Frequency Range	10.7 - 12.75 GHz (Ku-band)
Gain	Approx. 33 dBi
Polarization	Linear (H/V)
Connector Type	F-type
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +60°C
Wind Load	Up to 120 km/h
Protection Class	IP54
Included Components	Reflector, feed horn, LNB bracket, mounting hardware
Maintenance	Clean with soft cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners
Safety	Installation by qualified personnel recommended
Spare Parts	LNB, mounting brackets available from Kathrein
Repairability	Modular design; feed and LNB replaceable

Frequently Asked Questions - UFO 83 KATHREIN

How do I align the UFO 83 satellite dish?

Align the dish by adjusting the azimuth and elevation angles using a satellite finder or the signal meter on your receiver. Point the dish towards the desired satellite's coordinates.

What type of LNB is compatible with the UFO 83?

The UFO 83 is compatible with standard Ku-band LNBs, such as a universal LNB with a local oscillator frequency of 9.75/10.6 GHz. Use an F-type connector.

Can I use the UFO 83 for multiple satellites?

The UFO 83 is a fixed dish designed for a single satellite. For multiple satellites, you would need a motorized mount or a multi-LNB setup.

Is the UFO 83 weather-resistant?

Yes, the dish has an IP54 protection rating, making it resistant to splashes and dust. It can withstand temperatures from -30°C to +60°C and wind loads up to 120 km/h.

What tools are needed for installation?

You will need a wrench, screwdriver, coaxial cable stripper, compass or satellite finder, and a ladder. Refer to the manual for detailed steps.

How do I connect the UFO 83 to my satellite receiver?

Connect a coaxial cable from the LNB's F-type connector to the satellite input on your receiver. Ensure the cable is properly shielded and weatherproofed.

Can the UFO 83 be mounted on a pole?

Yes, the included mounting hardware supports both wall and pole mounting. Use a pole with a diameter of approximately 40-60 mm.

What is the warranty period for the UFO 83?

Kathrein typically offers a 2-year warranty for their products. Check with your dealer for specific terms.

How should I clean the UFO 83 dish?

Clean the dish surface with a soft, damp cloth. Use mild soap if necessary. Avoid abrasive cleaners or scrubbing that could damage the reflective coating.

Is the UFO 83 suitable for HDTV reception?

Yes, the UFO 83 supports Ku-band frequencies and can receive HDTV signals from satellites. Ensure your LNB and receiver are HD-compatible.

USER MANUAL UFO 83 KATHREIN

This document is part of the product.

▶ Install and use the unit only after you have read and understood this document.
▶ Keep this document for reference throughout the life of the device. Pass this document on to the next owner and user of the device.

For the current version of this manual, go to the Kathrein website www.kathrein-ds.com.

Features

■ Stand-alone head-end with 8-way multi-standard frontend DVB-S(2)/-T(2)/-C and 8 output channels conforming to DVB-T (flexibly configurable)
■ Outstanding output values due to direct implementation as FPGA solution
■ High level of energy efficiency
■ 4 Sat-IF inputs with DiSEqC1.0 functionality for sat multi-switches and 1 terr./cable input, flexibly distributable across 8 multi-standard frontends
■ Power supply for LNB and active antennas
■ All transmission parameters can be set using the USW 800 configuration software

3D rendering of a gray network switch device with ports and ventilation grilles (no visible text or symbols)

■ Remote maintenance and configuration
■ Comprehensive baseband signal processing with channel filter functionality such as NIT, LCN
■ Cascade capability for two head-ends (16-way multi-standard frontend and 16 x DVB-T) for common configuration and NIT generation incl. LCN
■ No fan, therefore no noise and no maintenance

Scope of supply

• UFO 83
  • Wall mounting plate
• User instructions
  • Third Party Software Acknowledgement

Function blocks

graph TD
    A["Input Frontend Baseband Output"] --> B["4 x Sat-IF/1 x terr./cable DiSEqCTM"]
    A --> C["Matrix 5 to 8"]
    A --> D["Power supply LNB and current antennas"]
    A --> E["Special features"]
    E --> F["Energy-efficient"]
    E --> G["Thermal cut-out"]
    E --> H["3 Watt/COFDM (typical) 1"]

    A --> I["8 x DVB-S2/-T2/-C"]

    A --> J["Channel filter"]
    A --> K["NIT generation"]
    A --> L["CAT matching"]
    A --> M["Extended LCN processing"]

    A --> N["8 x DVB-T"]

1) typical for the following input: 4 x DVB-S, 2 x DVB-S2, 2 x DVB-T2, no LNB/antenna supply

Intended Use

The UFO 83 is used for transmodulation of DVB signals. The latest triple-tuner technology makes it possible to receive up to eight DVB-S(2)/-T(2)/-C transponders. These can be received from the four Sat-IF inputs with DiSEqC™ functionality and the terrestrial/cable input in any combination. The UFO 83 delivers up to eight individually configurable output channels conforming to DVB-T.

The highly efficient baseband signal processing offers channel filter, NIT, CAT and LCN functionality. The configuration is carried out by means of the USW 800 management software over an IP interface. An optional cascading of two units (UFO 83 or/and UFO 83/CI) is possible via a USB connection.

The unit is intended exclusively for the application in the UFG 810 as well as in satellite, cable or antenna reception systems. Any other use of failure to comply with these instructions will result in voiding of the guarantee or warranty.

General safety instructions

• The device can be connected to the power supply and disconnected from it only by means of the power plug. Make sure that the connected power plug is always freely accessible and easy to reach.
• If the casing is damaged, do not connect the device to the power supply.
• If the device and/or the cables connected to it are damaged, immediately disconnect the system from the power supply. Do not switch the system on again until
  –the device has been repaired by the dealer or manufacturer,
  —and the cables connected have been repaired by a competent person.
• Do not open the casing and do not modify the device. Otherwise the guarantee and warranty will become void.
• Never cover the cooling ribs or the air circulation openings.
• Do not modify, remove or disfigure the notices and markings applied by the manufacturer.
• Refer to the manufacturer's documentation before connecting external components other than those described in this document (such as computers, network components). Incorrectly connected components can damage the device.
• Refer to the current issue of the safety requirements EN 60728-11 and EN 60065.
• Disconnect the device from the power supply before performing mechanical work on the system.

WARNING

Risk of burns from hot surfaces!

In the event of a defect the heat sink of the unit may exceed 70^irc C.

▶ Do not touch the heat sink when the device is in operation or has recently been in operation.

Note

In the event of overheating, the device will shut down automatically and after it has cooled down will switch on again automatically.

Transportation and Storage

▶ Transport and storage the unit in its original packaging.
▶ Protect the unit against dust, dirt, moisture and direct sunlight.
▶ Transport and store the unit in the permissible temperature range from -25 to +70 °C. Make sure there is no water condensation bildup.

Arrangement and function

Device elements

Fig. 1: Device elements

1 4 x Sat-IF input, F socket	9 Earthing screw
2 1 x terrestrial/cable input, F socket	10 Power supply 1)
3 Screw for fixing to the wall mounting plate	11 Master LED; see below for more info.
4 Test output, signal level -25 dB, F socket	12 Status LED; see below for more info.
5 DVB-T output, F socket	13 Reset button; see below for more info.
6 Network port, RJ45
7 USB port, type B, communications interface UFO link for connection to the UFOmini master 2)
8 2 x USB ports, type A:USB: Software update by USB stickUFO link: Communications interface UFO link for connection to the UFOmini slave 3)

1) The power supply cable is integral to the device and is not shown here.
2) If the head-end is the slave; see below for more info Cabling, P. 5.
3) If the head-end is the master; see below for more info Cabling, P. 5.

LEDs and reset button

MASTERSTATUSRESET

Master LEDgreen the head-end is themasteroff the head-end is a slave

Status LEDgreen OKgreen, flashing software update in progressred errororange head-end startingorange, flashing head-end is being identified by theUSW 800 configuration software

Reset button

Press < 5 s ¹⁾ the head-end will reboot.

Press > 5 s ¹⁾ the head-end will reset to the factory settings and will reboot. Do not release the reset button until the status LED lights up orange.

Press > 5 s ¹⁾ the head-end will look for an update on the connected USB stick, perform the update and reboot. ²⁾

1) To prevent accidental activation, the reset button is recessed. To activate the reset button, use a tool such as a ball-point pen.
2) Pre-requirement: There is a valid update file on the USB stick. See the USW 800 configuration software for more info.

Cascading of head-ends (master/slave)

If a system consists of several head-ends, the following points apply:

• The master LED identifies whether the head-end operates as the master (LED is green) or as the slave (LED is off).
• The configuration and software updates for the system are performed via the master. For this purpose the computer on which the USW 800 configuration software is running must be connected to the master. ¹⁾
• For a software update of the system via a USB stick, the stick must be plugged into the master.

¹⁾ see below for more info Cabling, P. 5.

Installation and commissioning

Installation

CAUTION

The head-end is approved exclusively for indoor installation, using the wall mounting plate supplied. The installation location must satisfy the following conditions:

• The installation surface must be not readily flammable and must be sufficiently stable.
• To allow free circulation of air around the device, the clearances shown in Fig. 2 must be ensured.
• The permissible environmental conditions must be satisfied; see Technical data, P. 6ff.
• The device must not be exposed to dripping or splashing water.
• The power plug must be easily accessible and be easy to insert / withdraw.

The head-end is mounted as follows:

1. Mount the wall mounting plate horizontally on the mounting surface; see in Fig. 3. Points to note:

- To attach the plate use 3 flat-head screws with a diameter of 4.5 to 5mm and appropriate wall-plugs if necessary. -When inserting the centre bottom screw, use the washer supplied.

1. Insert the head-end Ⓐ into the wall mounting plate Ⓑ; see Fig. 3.
2. Tighten the screw ©.

Fig. 2: Allow the necessary clearance for air circulation

Fig. 3: Insert the head-end

Cabling

1. Connect a potential equalisation wire (Cu, ≥ 4 mm ² ) to the earthing screw; see ⑨ in Fig. 1, P. 3.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable ¹⁾ to the RJ45 socket on the computer, if required, by means of a switch or router; see Fig. 4, P. 5. The head-end will now function as the master.

3. If a second head-end is present: Connect the second head-end to the first head-end using a USB 2.0 cable (Fig. 4). In this case:

4. The second head-end functions as a slave which is controlled by the master via the USB cable.

5. The USB cable must have a type A plug on one end and a type B plug on the other end.
6. The plugs must be inserted into the master and slave at the appropriate UFO link interface ports (⑧ in Fig. 1).
7. The cascading of two head-ends permits simultaneous access to both devices via a single IP connection, and also allows system functions that apply to both devices, such as common NIT generation incl. LCN.

8. Only head-ends of the same type can be connected by USB.

9. Connect the RF signal cables for the antenna, cable network and output to the head-ends; see ①, ② and ⑤ in Fig. 1, P. 3.

Make sure the input and output cables are correctly assigned to the master and the slave. ²⁾

1. It is recommended that each unused RF input and output is terminated with a 75- Ω resistor such as the EMK 03 from Kathrein.
2. Check that the supply voltage matches the particulars on the rating plate, then connect the head-ends to the power supply.

⇒ The head-ends will start up and the status LED will show the operating status ³⁾ .

1) CAT5 or higher is recommended, crossed over for a direct connection to the computer and not crossed over for connections by means of a switch/router.
2) Connect the RF signal cables for the antenna and/or cable network to the master. The RF signal cables regulate the signals which are output from the master. The same applies to the slave, where present. Compilation of the signals is performed by the USW 800.
3) see also LEDs and reset button, P. 3.

graph TD
    A["USW 800"] --> B["Switch"]
    B --> C["UFOmini Master"]
    C --> D["Ethernet"]
    C --> E["USB 2.0 cable*"]
    C --> F["Output"]
    G["UFOmini Slave"] --> H["EBC 02/G*"]
    H --> I["Output"]
    J["USB Type A"] --> C
    K["USB Type B"] --> C
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style_L["External Device"] --> M["USB 2.0 cable*"]
    style M --> N["EBC 02/G*"]
    note right of M
        * Available as accessory
    end

Fig. 4: Cabling

Configuring

1. Install and start the USW 800 configuration software on the computer.

2. Configure all the head-end parameters as required. In this case:

3. The USW 800 will communicate with the master and detect the slave automatically.

4. The current version of the USW 800 and the user guide are available free of charge at www.kathrein-ds.com.

Technical data

Inputs
Sat-IF input 4 x F connectors, 75 Ω
Terrestrial/cable input 1 x F connectors, 75 Ω
Decoupling dB >25
Return loss dB typ. 8
Permissible level difference dB max. 12 (an inputs 1, 2, 3, 4)
DiSEqC TM 1.0 vert./horiz., low/high; sat. pos. (A/B/C/D)
Switching levels V/kHz		14/18, 0/22
Remote feed current for LNB	mA	max. 250 (at F socket no. 3), max. 60 (at F socket nos. 1, 2, 4)
Remote feed current for active antenna (5 V)	mA	100 (at F socket no. 5)
Frontend
DVB-S/-S(2)/-T/-T(2)/-C		8 x
Frequency grid	MHz	1
Input level range	dBμV	60 ... 100
Permissible level difference dB		20
Demodulation DVB-S
Standard		EN 300 421
Frequency range	MHz	950 ... 2150
Input symbol rate QPSK	MS/s	1 ... 45
Code rate (Viterbi)		1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Roll off	%	35
AFC regulation range	MHz	± 5
Demodulation DVB-S(2)
Standard		EN 302 307, TR 102-376
Input symbol rate QPSK	MS/s	1 ... 45
Code rate (LDPC)		1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
Input symbol rate 8PSK	MS/s	1 ... 45
Code rate (LDPC)		3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
Roll off	%	20/25/35
Demodulation DVB-T (COFDM)
Standard		EN 300744, NorDig Unified 2.2.1, D-Book 7.0,supports all C.R, G.I, LP and HP streams
Frequency range MHz 50.5 – 858
Guard interval 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
FEC 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
FFT mode 2k, 8k
Bandwidth MHz 6, 7, 8
Constellation QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM
Demodulation DVB-T(2) (COFDM)
Standard		EN 302755-V1.31, DVB-T2 Lite compliant,single and multiple PLP support,NorDig Unified 2.2.1, D-Book 7.0
Guard interval 1/128, 1/32, 1/16, 19/256, 1/8, 19/128, 1/4
FEC 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6
FFT mode 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k, 16k, 32k
Bandwidth MHz 1.7/5/6/7/8
Constellation QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM, 256 QAM
Demodulation DVB-C
Standard EN 300429/ITU J.83 Annex A/C
Frequency range MHz 48 – 858
Input symbol rate MS/s		1 – 7.2
Constellation	QAM	4/16/32/64/128/256
MPEG-TS processor
Channel filter
PSI-/SI processing		terr. NIT, LCN, PCR correction, CAT
Stuffing		automatic
Modulator
Output channels		8 x DVB-T, 2k mode
Constellation		QPSK, 16/64 QAM
Guard interval 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
Coderate		1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Bandwidth MHz	5, 6, 7, 8
RF output
Output		1 x F connector, 75 Ω
Frequency range MHz 47 ... 1006 (fine-tuning in 125 kHz steps)
Frequency range (channel list)	MHz	47 ... 86/110 ... 862 (setting via channel list)
Return loss	dB	14 (47 MHz) -1.5 dB/oct.
Output level	dBμV	104 (at 862 MHz)
Output level setting range	dB	-20 (in 0.5 dB steps)
Level stability	dB	± 0.8
Frequency stability ppm 35
MER dB typ. 40
Shoulder attenuation dB ≥ 60 (at normal level)
Spurious emissions dB ≥ 60
Test output
Test socket 1 x F connectors, 75 Ω
Level relative to the output dB 25
System data
Power consumption W 28 ... 31
Permissible ambient temperature °C		0 ... +45
Dimensions (H x W x D)	mm	97 (118) x 350 x 244 (incl. wall support)
Weight	kg	approx. 4

Repair and Replacement

If, after having read this manual you still have unanswered questions or cannot solve a problem, contact our Customer Service Helpline at [phone].

For information about repairs, visit our website

https://www.kathrein.com/en/solutions/satellite-reception/support/customer-service/customer-service-for-signal-processing-conversion/.

Furthermore, you can contact our regional service centre:

Regional Service Centre

Disposal/Recycling instructions

Electronic equipment must not be disposed of in domestic waste. According to directive 2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND COUNCIL of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment, it must be disposed of professionally. At the end of its service life, take this device for disposal at a designated public collection point.

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