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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>
	TLTs generally contain a fixed or preset [[local oscillator]] (LO) and a preset [[Gain (electronics)\|gain]], though the LO and gain may be adjustable in some models.<ref name=novella/> Most models have a negative gain (i.e., a ~~loss~~), with -15 [[decibel\|dB]] being the most common value.<ref name=novella/> Test loop translators can cover one or more of the satellite communication bands [[S band\|S]], [[C band (IEEE)\|C]], [[X band\|X]], [[Ku band\|K<sub>u</sub>]], [[Direct-broadcast satellite\|DBS]], and [[Ka band\|K<sub>a</sub>]].<ref name="S C X Ku DBS bands">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/s_c_x_ku_dbs_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref><ref name="Ka Bands">{{cite web\|title=Ka Band - Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/ka_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		TLTs generally contain a fixed or preset [[local oscillator]] (LO) and a preset [[Gain (electronics)\|gain]], though the LO and gain may be adjustable in some models.<ref name=novella/> Most models have a negative gain (i.e., signal attenuation), with -15 [[decibel\|dB]] being the most common value.<ref name=novella/> Test loop translators can cover one or more of the satellite communication bands [[S band\|S]], [[C band (IEEE)\|C]], [[X band\|X]], [[Ku band\|K<sub>u</sub>]], [[Direct-broadcast satellite\|DBS]], and [[Ka band\|K<sub>a</sub>]].<ref name="S C X Ku DBS bands">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/s_c_x_ku_dbs_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref><ref name="Ka Bands">{{cite web\|title=Ka Band - Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/ka_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

	==References==		==References==

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>
	TLTs generally contain a fixed or preset [[local oscillator]] (LO) and a preset [[Gain (electronics)\|gain]], though the LO and gain may be adjustable in some models.<ref name=novella/> Most models have a negative gain (i.e., a loss), with -15 [[decibel\|dB]] being the most common.<ref name=novella/> Test loop translators can cover one or more of the satellite communication bands [[S band\|S]], [[C band (IEEE)\|C]], [[X band\|X]], [[Ku band\|K<sub>u</sub>]], [[Direct-broadcast satellite\|DBS]], and [[Ka band\|K<sub>a</sub>]].<ref name="S C X Ku DBS bands">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/s_c_x_ku_dbs_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref><ref name="Ka Bands">{{cite web\|title=Ka Band - Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/ka_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		TLTs generally contain a fixed or preset [[local oscillator]] (LO) and a preset [[Gain (electronics)\|gain]], though the LO and gain may be adjustable in some models.<ref name=novella/> Most models have a negative gain (i.e., a loss), with -15 [[decibel\|dB]] being the most common value.<ref name=novella/> Test loop translators can cover one or more of the satellite communication bands [[S band\|S]], [[C band (IEEE)\|C]], [[X band\|X]], [[Ku band\|K<sub>u</sub>]], [[Direct-broadcast satellite\|DBS]], and [[Ka band\|K<sub>a</sub>]].<ref name="S C X Ku DBS bands">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/s_c_x_ku_dbs_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref><ref name="Ka Bands">{{cite web\|title=Ka Band - Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/ka_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

	==References==		==References==

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>
	TLTs generally contain a fixed or preset [[local oscillator]] (LO) and a preset [[Gain (electronics)\|gain]], though the LO and gain may be adjustable in some models.<ref name=novella/> Most models have a negative gain (i.e., a ~~loss~~), with -15 [[decibel\|dB]] being the most common value.<ref name=novella/> Test loop translators can cover one or more of the satellite communication bands [[S band\|S]], [[C band (IEEE)\|C]], [[X band\|X]], [[Ku band\|K<sub>u</sub>]], [[Direct-broadcast satellite\|DBS]], and [[Ka band\|K<sub>a</sub>]].<ref name="S C X Ku DBS bands">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/s_c_x_ku_dbs_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref><ref name="Ka Bands">{{cite web\|title=Ka Band - Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/ka_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		TLTs generally contain a fixed or preset [[local oscillator]] (LO) and a preset [[Gain (electronics)\|gain]], though the LO and gain may be adjustable in some models.<ref name=novella/> Most models have a negative gain (i.e., signal attenuation), with -15 [[decibel\|dB]] being the most common value.<ref name=novella/> Test loop translators can cover one or more of the satellite communication bands [[S band\|S]], [[C band (IEEE)\|C]], [[X band\|X]], [[Ku band\|K<sub>u</sub>]], [[Direct-broadcast satellite\|DBS]], and [[Ka band\|K<sub>a</sub>]].<ref name="S C X Ku DBS bands">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/s_c_x_ku_dbs_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref><ref name="Ka Bands">{{cite web\|title=Ka Band - Loop Test Translators\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/products/satellite_communications_equipment/loop_test_translators/ka_bands.htm\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>

	==References==		==References==

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	A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>		A '''test loop translator''' ('''TLT''') is a type of [[radio frequency]] converter or [[heterodyne]], used to translate between [[Telecommunications link\|uplink and downlink]] segments (generally in the same band), to allow for "loop-back" testing and calibration of a satellite [[ground station]] without the need to interface with the [[satellite]].<ref name=novella>{{cite web\|title=Test Loop Translator\|url=http://www.novella.co.uk/test_loop_tech.htm\|publisher=Novella Satcoms Ltd.\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref><ref name=atlantic>{{cite web\|title=Model ASC 710C Test Loop Translator\|url=http://atlanticsat.com/ASC710C.htm\|publisher=Atlantic Satellite Corporation\|accessdate=23 February 2015}}</ref>
	The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>		The test loop translator is an extremely valuable tool for evaluating the performance of satellite earth stations. It allows the user to carry out analysis, alignment and [[system testing]] without incurring satellite airtime costs and the risk of interfering with other satellite users. Thus, it has applications during equipment development, qualification, [[troubleshooting]] and in-service routine monitoring.<ref name="Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems">{{cite web\|title=Loop Test Translators for Satcom Systems\|url=http://www.atlantecrf.com/pdf_downloads/MJ%20Article%20-%20Loop%20Test%20Translators.pdf\|website=www.atlantecrf.com\|publisher=AtlanTecRF}}</ref>