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Leflang, J. G.

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Space VLBI Co-Observing Developments in the DSN

The JPL/NASA Deep Space Network (DSN) plans to participate in the upcoming Space VLBI missions by using its 70m antenna time to co-observe with space-based radio telescopes. To enhance this support, the DSN is upgrading its radio astronomy equipment at L- and K-band, its VLBI recorders, and its computers and software for co-observing operations.

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An overview of the Mark 4A monitor and control system

The Deep Space Network (DSN) Monitor and Control System was completely changed during the conversion from Mark 3 to the Mark 4A configuration. The configuration employs shared data processing equipment between several co-located antennas, and incorporates much greater centralization of operations functions. The configuration is described and its performance is compared to that of the Mark 3 era.

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DSN Monitor and Control System, Mark III-80

The Deep Space Network monitor and control system, Mark III-80 is described. The major implementations required to evolve from the Mark III-78 to the Mark III-80 configuration are identified. The affected facilities are the deep space stations and the network operations control center (NOCC). At the deep space stations a stand-alone host processor is implemented. Included are software (host software) changes which provide downline loading to the stand-alone host processor from a disc unit of any idle data system computer. At deep space stations with a 34 m antenna, the microwave subsystem is provided with an interface which allows remote configuration selection at the central monitor and control operator's position. In the NOCC, software changes are implemented to provide precision power monitor and GCF monitor displays.

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