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Satellite Signal Meter: Horizon HDSM USB PLUS (BER & HDSM V2 identification)
 
Satellite Signal Meter: Horizon HDSM USB PLUS (BER &HDSM V2 identification)
View of the device

The meter is designed for SAT TV technicians. It helps in alignment of satellite dishes and evaluation of the quality of signals, measuring preBER, BER, C/N. The device generates DiSEqC signal and displays data on backlit LCD screen.
Distinguishing features
  • Operating band: 950 ÷ 2150 MHz
  • Input level: -65 ÷ -25 dBm
  • SR: 1 ÷ 45 Msps (SCPC/MCPC)
  • C/N shown in dB
  • DiSEqC commands
  • 64-transponder memory
  • Possibility of defining one transponder directly from local keyboard
  • QPSK constellation diagram (HDSM USB Plus)
  • "SPECTRUM" function (HDSM USB Plus)
Satellite Signal Meter: Horizon HDSM USB PLUS (BER &HDSM V2 identification)
View of the meter in its carrying bag

Satellite Signal Meter: Horizon HDSM USB PLUS (BER &HDSM V2 identification)
Bottom view (you can see the rechargeable battery)

Satellite Signal Meter: Horizon HDSM USB PLUS (BER &HDSM V2 identification)
Side view ...
Satellite Signal Meter: Horizon HDSM USB PLUS (BER &HDSM V2 identification)
...and the included accessories
Accessories
  • leather satchel, rainproof protection
  • NiMH rechargeable battery (7.2V/3.3Ah)
  • AC power cord
  • adapter to a cigarette lighter socket
  • USB cable for connecting the meter to a PC
  • user's manual
There is possibility of downloading into the memory a list of satellites. The list is available on this site - follow the instructions given there.

A new firmware version is available here. It allows the user to upload their own list of transponders.
Notice!!!
  • if the meter is to be unused for a period longer than 2 weeks, disconnect the battery by taking out the plug under the flap in the meter housing,
  • the first charge of the battery must be carried out at least for 24 hours.
The diagram of the RS cable for older versions of the meter is here.
Specifications:

Name

HDSM USB PLUS HORIZON

Code R10811
Band
MHz950 - 2150
Input level
dBm-65... -25
Symbol Rate Msps1-45
LNB power
VDC; mA13/18; 250
Overload protection mA500
Memory capacity
 32 satellites
64 transponders
PC interface
 USB
Battery (kind)
 NiMH (rechargeable)
Battery (parameters) V/Ah7.2/3.3
Charging time (input:230VAC)  ca. 4 hours
More about RF measurements in the article Antenna Signal Measurements