Description
Standard MT830 Agile Omni Ku-Band Broadcast Satellite Receiver No Control Module
The Standard MT830 is a rackmount agile satellite receiver designed for broadcast and professional satellite downlink applications supporting both C-band and Ku-band signals. It features an analog Signal/C/N/Tune meter on the front panel, a green LED channel display, a format rotary control covering satellite format, RF input settings, video parameters, three audio controls, timer/alarm, and configuration, plus an antenna polarity switch. This unit does not include the control access module.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: Standard (Standard Communications)
- Model: MT830
- Frequency bands: C-Band and Ku-Band
- RF/IF input: 950 MHz – 1450 MHz (LNB IF)
- External IF input: EXT 70MHz
- LNB power output: 20V DC, 300mA maximum
- Power requirements: 120V AC, 60Hz, 70W
- Fuse: 0.75A, 250V
- Form factor: 2U rackmount chassis
- Country of manufacture: Japan
- Front panel: Analog Signal/C/N/Tune meter, green LED channel display, Power button
- Front panel controls: Channel select knob (UPPER/CENTER/LOWER), Format rotary (A–H settings), ANT Polarity switch (NOR/REV)
- Format settings: A – Satellite Format, B – RF Input Settings, C – Video Parameters, D – #1 Audio Control, E – #2 Audio Control, F – #3 Audio Control, G – Timer & Alarm, H – Configuration
- Rear panel indicators/controls: C/Ku band selector, HOR/VER polarity LEDs, Remote Cont indicator
- Video outputs: Composite Out, Video Out (RCA)
- Audio outputs: Multiple screw-terminal audio outputs
- C-Band RF relay ports: VER, OUT, HOR (F-type connectors)
- Ku-Band RF relay ports: VER, OUT, HOR (F-type connectors)
- Remote control connector: Multi-pin DIN port on rear
- I/O interface: CRC800CI I/O module installed
- AGC/CAM830 relay block with Summary Alarm, Band, ANT POL outputs on rear terminal strip
- Note: TRACE CUT label present on rear panel
- Not included: Control access module
Applications
The MT830 Agile Omni Broadcast is a professional satellite downlink receiver intended for broadcast facility and receive-site use. It was used to receive and demodulate satellite signals in the C-band and Ku-band ranges, converting downlink IF signals from an LNB to baseband video and audio outputs for distribution or recording. This type of agile receiver was common in broadcast uplink/downlink facilities, cable headends, and VSAT receive sites from the late 1980s through the 1990s, where operators needed to tune across multiple satellite transponders and handle both polarizations. The CRC800CI I/O module on the rear panel is associated with control and monitoring integration in multi-receiver rack installations. Standard Communications was a Japanese manufacturer known for professional satcom and communications equipment. These units are sought after for legacy satellite receive systems, broadcast plant maintenance, and satcom research.
This Standard MT830 Agile Omni Ku-Band broadcast satellite receiver has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was previously in service. The chassis is intact with normal wear consistent with rack use. The rear panel has a TRACE CUT label present, and the control access module is not included — this unit ships without it, as noted in the listing title. Please review our photos for a full view of the unit's cosmetic condition and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Standard |
Model: |
MT830 |
MPN: |
MT830 |
Type: |
Ku-Band Agile Satellite Receiver / IRD |
SKU: |
45518 |
Condition: |
Used – Pulled from Working Environment |
Seller Notes: |
No control access module included; unit only as shown |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Form Factor: |
Rackmount, 2U |
Power Requirements: |
120V AC, 60Hz, 70W |
Frequency Band: |
C-Band and Ku-Band |
RF Input: |
950 MHz – 1450 MHz (LNB IF input) |
LNB Power Output: |
20V DC, 300mA Max |
External IF: |
EXT 70MHz input |
Antenna Polarity: |
Normal / Reverse switchable |
Channel Display: |
Green LED numeric channel display |
Front Panel Meter: |
Analog Signal / C/N / Tune meter |
Video Output: |
Composite Video Out, Video Out (RCA) |
Audio Output: |
Multiple audio outputs (screw terminal) |
Relay Outputs: |
C-Band RF Relay (VER/OUT/HOR), Ku-Band RF Relay |
Remote Control: |
Remote Control port (multi-pin DIN) on rear |
I/O Module: |
CRC800CI I/O interface module installed |
Format Settings: |
Satellite Format, RF Input, Video, Audio x3, Timer/Alarm, Config |
Compatible With: |
Standard Agile Omni Broadcast satellite receive systems |
Fuse Rating: |
0.75A, 250V |
Note: |
TRACE CUT label present on rear panel; no control access module |
Condition Notes: |
Standard MT830 Agile Omni Ku-Band satellite receiver. Inspected, good used condition. Pulled from working environment. No control access module included. TRACE CUT label on rear. Please see photos. |