Description
Telecomm Engineering 142001-1 Network Mimic Panel RF Satcom 4-HPA Rackmount
The Telecomm Engineering 142001-1 is a rackmount Network Mimic Panel designed for RF satellite communications ground station systems. It provides a visual front-panel representation of the RF signal routing network, displaying the switching state of antenna polarization paths and High-Power Amplifier (HPA) outputs via a schematic diagram with green LED status indicators. Built by Telecomm Engineering Corp of Melbourne, Florida, this unit is purpose-built for satcom ground station monitoring and control environments.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Telecomm Engineering Corp, Melbourne, Florida 32935
- Model / Part Number: 142001-1
- Product Type: Network Mimic Panel (RF Satcom)
- Form Factor: Rackmount, approximately 3U
- Dimensions: 20" W x 19" D x 5.5" H
- Supply Voltage: 28VDC
- AC Power Inlet: IEC C14 (rear panel)
- Power Supplies: Dual redundant (PS1 and PS2) with NORMAL status LED indicator
- Fuse Complement: F1 – 6A, F2 – 6A, F3 – 3A, F4 – 3A
- HPA Outputs Monitored: 4 (HPA 1, HPA 2, HPA 3, HPA 4)
- Antenna Polarization Paths: LHPOL (Left-Hand Polarization) and RHPOL (Right-Hand Polarization)
- RF Network Elements Depicted: Magic T combiners, LH/RH waveguide feed paths, antenna symbol
- Status Indicators: Green LED lamp indicators at each switching node and HPA output
- Lamp Test: Dedicated Lamp Test button on front panel
- Terminal Block TB1: 16-position screw terminal strip (rear panel)
- Terminal Block TB2: 16-position screw terminal strip (rear panel)
- Grounding: Rear-panel GND lug
- Enclosure: Painted steel rackmount chassis with rack ears
Applications
Network mimic panels are used in satellite communications ground stations to give operators an at-a-glance visual representation of the RF signal path topology — showing which amplifiers, switches, and feed assemblies are active in the chain at any given moment. This panel is designed around a dual-polarization antenna feed system (left-hand and right-hand circular or linear polarization) combined with Magic T waveguide hybrids, routing signals to and from four High-Power Amplifiers. This architecture is characteristic of redundant HPA switching systems common in commercial and government satcom uplink stations from the 1980s through the 2000s, where maintaining continuity of service during amplifier faults required fast, visible switchover capability. Telecomm Engineering Corp, based in Melbourne, Florida, was a specialist manufacturer of ground station support equipment for the satcom and defense communications industries. Panels of this type are still sought by operators maintaining legacy ground station infrastructure, as well as system integrators replicating or expanding existing switching networks.
This Telecomm Engineering 142001-1 Network Mimic Panel has been inspected and is in good used condition. It was pulled from a working RF satcom environment where it was in active use. The front panel indicators, mimic diagram, and overall cosmetics appear clean with normal wear consistent with rack-deployed equipment. The rear terminal blocks, fuse holders, and IEC power inlet are intact and show no damage. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Telecomm Engineering Corp |
Model: |
142001-1 |
MPN: |
142001-1 |
SKU: |
49800 |
Type: |
Network Mimic Panel |
Application: |
RF Satcom HPA Switching & Status Monitoring |
Form Factor: |
Rackmount, 3U |
Dimensions: |
20" W x 19" D x 5.5" H |
Power Requirements: |
28VDC |
Number of HPA Outputs: |
4 (HPA 1, HPA 2, HPA 3, HPA 4) |
Antenna Paths: |
LHPOL (Left-Hand Polarization), RHPOL (Right-Hand Polarization) |
RF Switching Components: |
Magic T combiners, LH/RH waveguide path indicators |
Status Indicators: |
Green LED lamp indicators per HPA path; Lamp Test button |
Power Supplies: |
Dual: PS1, PS2 (redundant); NORMAL status indicator |
Fuses: |
F1-6A, F2-6A, F3-3A, F4-3A |
Terminal Blocks: |
TB1 (rear, 16-position), TB2 (rear, 16-position) |
Connector - Power: |
IEC C14 AC inlet (rear panel) |
Grounding: |
GND lug on rear panel |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Manufacturer Location: |
Melbourne, Florida 32935 |
Condition: |
Used – Pulled from Working Environment |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; no accessories. Pulled from a working RF satcom ground station environment. |
Condition Notes: |
Telecomm Engineering 142001-1 Network Mimic Panel in good used condition. Inspected; pulled from a working RF satcom environment. Front panel and rear terminals intact, normal wear. Please contact us with any questions. |
