Académique Documents
Professionnel Documents
Culture Documents
Standards
The equipment to the following directives:
European Directive 552/2004 (SES) amended by 1265/2007 (8.33 kHz channel spacing)
European Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE)
For an updated list of approvals and statements of conformity, these are available on:
www.jotron.com
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ORC
Operators Remote Control unit, is a Jotron manufactured remote unit used to recall preset
frequencies on the radios that are connected to an ARC MkII (1channel).
PA
Power Amplifier
PSU
Power Supply Unit. Separate unit to power the equipment.
PTT
Push To Talk
RACS
Remote access and control system for remote control and supervision of radio systems. The software
provides the user with full access to all monitoring and control parameters on all radios on all sites
connected via LAN.
RF
Radio Frequency
RSSI
Received Signal Strength Indicator is a measurement of the power present or level of a received radio
signal.
RTP
Real-time Transport Protocol defines a standardized packet format for delivering audio(VoIP) and
video over IP networks.
SDR
Software-Defined Radio is a system where components that traditionally have been implemented in
hardware (e.g. mixers, filters, amplifiers, modulators/demodulators, detectors, etc.) now are
implemented by means of software on an embedded computing devices, i.e. a Digital Signal
Processor (DSP).
SIP
Session Initiation Protocol is an IETF-defined signalling protocol, widely used for controlling
multimedia communication sessions such as voice and video calls over the Internet Protocol (IP). The
protocol can be used for creating, modifying and terminating two-party (unicast) or multiparty
(multicast) communication sessions consisting of one or several media streams.
S/N
SIGNAL- TO-NOISE RATIO
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SNMP
Simple Network Management Protocol is a UDP-based network protocol. It is used mostly in network
management systems to monitor and control network connected devices like the Jotron radios.
SNMP is a component of the Internet Protocol Suite as defined by the Internet Engineering Task
Force (IETF). It consists of a set of standards for network management, including an application layer
protocol, a database schema, and a set of data objects.
SNMP exposes management data in the form of variables on the managed systems, which describe
the system configuration. These variables can then be queried (and sometimes set) by managing
applications like a MIB browser or the Jotron proprietary Radio Controller Client.
TCP
Transmission Control Protocol provides reliable, ordered delivery of a stream of bytes from a
program on one computer to another program on another computer or device supporting the
protocol.
TCXO
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VDL mode 2
The VHF Data Link or VHF Digital Link (VDL) is a means of sending information between aircraft and
ground stations. Aeronautical VHF data links use the band 117.975 - 137 MHz assigned by the
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to Aeronautical Mobile Route Services.
VDL Mode 2 is the only mode being implemented operationally to support Controller Pilot Data Link
Communications CPDLC. The physical (RF) link of the VDL mode 2 consist of radios that communicate
with a bit rate of 31500 b/s using differential 8 phase shift keying (D8PSK) modulation and carrier
sense multiple access (CSMA) as the access method to the RF link.
VME
VHF management entity is a control unit used in a VDL system to control the VDL radio during
transmission and reception of messages.
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The information in this book has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, no
responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.
Jotron AS reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products or modules
described herein to improve reliability, function or design. Jotron AS does not assume any liability
arising out of the application or use of the described product.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This equipment contains CMOS integrated circuits. Observe handling precautions to avoid static
discharges which may damage these devices.
Some RF semiconductor devices used in this equipment may contain Beryllium Oxide. If inhaled, dust
from this oxide can be toxic. No danger will arise from normal handling but no attempt should be
made to tamper with these devices. On no account must these transistors be destroyed or discarded
with industrial or domestic waste, but should be returned to the manufacturer for subsequent
disposal or to a suitable destination facility that can safely handle the electronic waste.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
AMENDMENT RECORD ............................................................................................................... VIII
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................ IX
TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................X
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5.1.2
RTP (Real Time Protocol) ............................................................................................ 5-27
5.1.3
SIP (Session Initialization Protocol) ............................................................................ 5-27
5.1.4
HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) ........................................................................... 5-27
5.1.5
Remote control protocol using TCP ............................................................................. 5-27
5.1.6
VDL mode 2 protocol using TCP.................................................................................. 5-27
5.1.7
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) ......................................................... 5-27
5.2 APPLICATIONS USING THE IP INTERFACE ............................................................................. 5-28
5.2.1
Introduction IP Configuration and planning ............................................................. 5-28
5.2.2
Controlling a transceiver using a Radio Remote Control (RRC) ................................. 5-28
5.2.3
IP configuration plan .................................................................................................... 5-29
5.2.3.1
VoIP system with separate antennas for main and standby................................... 5-30
5.2.3.2
Setup procedure, VoIP using RRC (RTP and SIP) ............................................... 5-30
5.2.4
Remote Access and Control System over LAN (RACS). ............................................... 5-31
5.2.4.1
System layout ........................................................................................................ 5-31
5.2.4.2
Setup procedure ..................................................................................................... 5-32
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10.1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................. 9-1
10.2
PC UTILITIES ....................................................................................................................... 9-1
10.2.1 Radio Controller client ................................................................................................... 9-1
10.2.2 MIB-browser ................................................................................................................... 9-2
10.2.3 IP-Ping............................................................................................................................ 9-2
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11.1
11.2
11.3
11.4
11.5
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1 Introduction
1.1 Design
The Jotron Receiver and Transmitter are State of the art fully solid state design based on a
Software-Defined Radio (SDR) concept with a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) as the core element. The
DSP provide all signal handling between the IF signal format and the analogue audio signals and vice
versa. This includes filtering, de-modulation, modulation signal leveling and more. The processor also
handles all the control signaling within the RA and TA units, and externally. The units are fully
software defined and easily upgradable with improved or new functionality. The units can be
controlled either locally or remotely via several communication protocols including Ethernet (LAN).
The RF frequencies are synthesizer controlled.
Model
TR-7750, Transceiver
(VHF)
TR-7725, Transceiver
(VHF)
TR-7710, Transceiver
(VHF)
TA-7650, Transmitter
(VHF)
TA-7625, Transmitter
(VHF)
TA-7610, Transmitter
(VHF)
RA-7203, Receiver
(VHF)
P/N
X-84700
X-84700
X-84700
X-84000
X-84000
X-84000
X-84500
Contain units
RA-7203, TA-7650,
PSU-7002
RA-7203, TA-7625,
PSU-7002
RA-7203, TA-7610,
PSU-7002
TA-7650, PSU7002
TA-7625, PSU7002
TA-7610, PSU7002
RA-7203
Output
Frequency range
50 Watts 118-137 (156)
MHz
25 Watts 118-137 (156)
MHz
10 Watts 118-137 (156)
MHz
50 Watts 118-137 (156)
MHz
25 Watts 118-137 (156)
MHz
10 Watts 118-137 (156)
MHz
N/A
118-137 (156)
MHz
Modes
AM, (D8PSK)
AM, (D8PSK)
AM, (D8PSK)
AM, (D8PSK)
AM, (D8PSK)
AM, (D8PSK)
AM, (D8PSK)
Throughout this manual, transmitter unit, TX, TA-7650 or TA-76xx refers to any of the three different
power variants of the transmitter (TA-7650, TA-7625 or TA-7610) unless otherwise noted. The term
transceiver, TR, TR-7750 or TR-77xx refers to any variant of the transceiver unless specifically noted
in the text, and the term receiver, RX and RA-7203 is used for the receiver unit (RA-7203).
The operating procedures for the different RX/TX models are equal, except the maximum rated
output power.
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Description
Extended operating frequency to 144 MHz (Option 144 MHz)
Extended operating frequency to 156 MHz (Option 156 MHz)
CLIMAX offset of the transmitter frequency (ICAO standard) (Option offset)
Audio line tone keying of the transmitter and/or squelch signalling from the
receiver. (Option In-band)
Voice over IP audio and keying (Option VoIP)
Frequency modulation (Option FM)
ACARS data link standard (Option AMMSK)
The transceiver implements the media access control (MAC) and physical
layer of the VDL mode 2 network. Communication to the VME is done using
TCP/IP. (Option VDL 2)
VoIP
FM modulation
AM MSK
VDL mode 2
1.5 Applications
The transmitter TA-7650 and the receiver RA-7203 can be used either as a standalone transmitter /
receiver for ground to air voice or data communication, or combined as a transceiver with RX muting
and common audio control via the interface of the Transmitter unit.
The transmitter / receiver can be operated in the following modes:
Locally as a Transceiver, with microphone and headphone connected to the front panel
connector.
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As a Transceiver, connected to a VCS (Voice Control System) using 600-ohm analogue lines
for audio, together with keying in form of in-band tones, external voltages, ground or
phantom keying.
As a Transceiver, connected to a VCS (Voice Control System) using Ethernet (LAN/WAN) for
VoIP audio and keying.
Connected to a VME (VHF ground station) system as a data modem, using VDL mode 2.
Connected to a VDL (VHF ground station) system using 600-ohm analogue lines for audio
containing AM-MSK data from an external ACARS modem.
In addition the transmitter/receiver has a large range of options for remote control using
Ethernet, serial lines or front panel controls.
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2 Technical SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 General specification, TR-7750
Applicable Standards
AM, AM-MSK
VDL mode 2
Voice over IP
EMC
Shock
Vibration
AM 25 kHz
Frequency range
Frequency accuracy (stability)
RF Modes
Bit rate
Audio frequency response
Data ports
Protocols
BITE monitoring
Pre-set channels
RF impedance
Temperature range
Humidity
AC operating voltage
DC operating voltage
All relevant parameters for Transmitter and Receiver. Ref. BITE below.
99
50, N-connector
-20C to +55C (operating) -40C to +70C (storage)
95% @+40C (non condensing)
85 to 264VAC, 47-63Hz
21.6 - 31.2VDC negative ground (Reduced output power below 27VDC input)
AM 8.33 kHz
AM MSK
D8PSK (VDL2)
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AM 25 kHz
AM 8.33 kHz
AM MSK
Minimum 1W, Maximum 50, 25 or 10W, model dependent. Adjustable in 0.1 dB step.
>75 dBc
>65 dBc
>75 dBc
up to 95%
< 5% @95% modulation
600, -40 to +10dBm adjustable sensitivity
600, -46 to 0dBm (Depending on input level. Relative to RX in and TX monitor level)
-40 to +10 dBm on line input, threshold level is adjustable
>40 dB
-90 dBc (-43 dBm @ 50W output)
-110 dBc (-63 dBm @ 50W output)
Attack time: <20ms, Release time: <5ms
Mic. connector. Remote: GND, +/- voltage, Line loop, SNMP, TCP/IP, RTP header
>40 dB
15 s. to 5 min in 1 s. steps
User configurable tones: 2000-4000Hz in 1 Hz steps
2,3,4 or 5
2
<10s
D8PSK (VDL2)
Max 25W
>65 dBc
<0.5 ms
<190 s, <300s
EVM <3%
1 : Infinity
100% continuous operation @ambient below 40C
<280VA
<15W@Idle, <200W@50W output power
Calculated: 9 years (MIL-HDBK-217F), Actual: > 20 years
<30 minutes at lowest replaceable unit
142mm(28TE)(W) * 230mm(D) * 128mm (H)
3.0 kg
85 to 264VAC, 47-63Hz
+28 VDC regulated
21.6 - 31.2VDC negative ground
When AC not present
9A average, 18A peak
<15W@Idle, <40W@50W TX output power
Specified: >10 years - Actual: >20 years
<30 minutes at lowest replaceable unit
71mm (14TE)(W) * 303mm(D) * 128mm (H)
1.3Kg
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AM 25 kHz
AM 8.33 kHz
AM MSK
D8PSK (VDL2)
Sensitivity, AM@1V/30% pd
Sensitivity VDL (BER>10-3)
Adjacent channel rejection
(Adjacent channel selectivity)
>75dB
>65dB
>75dB
>70dB@2.ch
Intermodulation attenuation
IF bandwidth
Image frequency rejection
>79 dBc
+/- 11kHz
>110 dB
+/- 11 kHz
>-28 dBm
+/- 11 kHz
IF frequency rejection
>110 dB
Squelch system
Squelch RF level
Squelch Signal/Noise
Squelch activation time
Squelch hysteresis
Audio AGC (AAGC)
Signal/Noise
AGC range
AGC attack time
AGC decay time
Differential group delay
In-band squelch signal
Line output
Harmonic distortion
Cross modulation rejection
Blocking/desensitisation
Dynamic range
Spurious response rejection
Permissible RF input level
Power consumption
Heat dissipation
MTBF
MTTR
Dimension Receiver unit
Weight
<40ms
<50ms
<50s
User configurable tones: 100-5000 Hz in 1 Hz steps (Squelch open, closed or both)
600, -36 - +10dBm @90% modulation
<5% @90% AM (line output)
>95dB @ 100 kHz frequency offset
>100dB @1MHz offset,>110 dB out of band signals
>110dB
>96dB
5V EMF
<10VA
<10W
Calculated: 10.1 years/unit (MIL-HDBK-217F), Actual: > 20 years
<30 minutes at lowest replaceable unit
71mm (14TE)(W) * 230mm(D) * 128mm (H)
1.7 kg
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3 Functional description
3.1 Front Panel Controls, Transmitter unit
Navigation
button A
Display
Navigation
button B
PTT button
Navigation
button C
Scroll / Select
Switch
ON/OFF
button
Indicators:
LOW: Transmits in low power
AL:
Alarm active (red)
REM: Remote ready (green)
STBY: Standby (yellow)
Indicators:
OUT: Output power indicator
SWR: High SWR indicator
Mic/Headset
connector
3.1.1 Display
The default display shows the most important operational parameters; Frequency and modulation. In
addition, the display will show several menus, submenus and operational parameters when entering
into the menu using Navigation button A.
3.1.2 Scroll/Select switch and Navigation buttons A, B and C
The navigation buttons, A, B and C, together with the Scroll/Select switch are used to navigate
through the menus.
The Scroll/Select switch has three actions: It can be turned clockwise, counter-clockwise, or
momentarily pressed.
In general the use of the navigation buttons are:
A or Scroll/Select right: Increase a value (up)
B or Scroll/Select left: Decrease a value (down)
C or Scroll/Select press: Confirm or Enter.
The function of the navigation buttons will change depending on previous actions. The display will
indicate the function of each navigation button, by text or symbols.
3.1.3 PTT button
This button is used to immediately key the transmitter for test/measurement purposes. The PTT
button is connected in parallel with the PTT keying available via the microphone connector.
The PTT button may be enabled/disabled depending on the key configuration of the radio.
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Indicates that an alarm is present in the transmitter unit. Details of the alarm
will be shown on the display.
REM (green):
This LED has multiple functions. The REMOTE indicator will be lit with a
constant green colour when the transmitter is ready for remote operation.
Ready means that the keying options has been set to include keying from an
external source, and that the voice input has been set to an external source
(600 ohm line input) or VoIP.
In addition the REMOTE indicator will flash yellow each time the unit is
communicating on either of the remote interfaces (RS232, RS485, Ethernet).
STBY (yellow):
OUT (yellow):
Indicate that the transmitter is keyed and power is being generated, detected
at the output of the power amplifier.
SWR (red):
Indicate that the SWR on the antenna is above the threshold value (app. 3:1).
The transmitter will reduce the output power to the predefined low power
level in order to protect the output stage.
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Microphone/Headset connector:
Connect the microphone to the Mic input/Mic GND, the +12VDC can be used to power the
microphone or a microphone amplifier.
The Headset output (referenced to GND) contains the local side tone generated from the
demodulated signal on the output of the transmitter when the transmitter is keyed, or the
received audio if the transmitter is connected to a receiver using the T/R bus available on the
rear panels.
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Name
ALARM_P
ALARM_N
Select_in_P
Select_in_N
RS232_S
RS232_R
+12V
1
2
3
6
4
5
7
GND
Dir
O
O
I
I
I/O
I/O
O
Level
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
48
120
48
32
12
12
12V
300
N/A
Dir
KEY_OUT_P
KEY_OUT_N
MONITOR_P 3
MONITOR_N 6
TXLOW_P
TXLOW_N
TXKEY_P
TXKEY_N
Closed=Transmitting,
optocoupler output
Closed=Transmitting,
optocoupler output
Monitor output to tape
recorder
Monitor output to tape
recorder
Applying a voltage > 5VDC
between pin 4 and 5 forces the
transmitter into low power
Applying a voltage > 5VDC
between pin 4 and 5 forces the
transmitter into low power
Applying a voltage > 5VDC
between pin 7 and 8 will key
the transmitter
Applying a voltage > 5VDC
between pin 7 and 8 will key
the transmitter
Level
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
15
50
O
O
O
I
-46 to
0
15Vpp
dBm
+5 to
+48V
ref p5
-5 to
-48V
ref p4
+5 to
+48V
ref p8
-5 to
-48V
ref p7
50
50
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RS485_Z
RS485_Y
LINE_P
LINE_N
TX_KEY_G
1
2
3
RX_BUSY_OUT 5
ALARM
GND
7
8
RS485 (-)
RS485(+)
Balanced line input/output to
TA/RA, 600 ohm
Balanced line input/output to
TA/RA, 600 ohm.
(For unbalanced line input:
Connect to GND, p8)
Grounding this pin will key
transmitter
RX Busy indicator output
Open collector
(squelch indicator)
Low=Alarm (TA or TA/RA)
Common ground
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
5V
5V
-40 to
+10
dBm
48
(Key
-40 to
input)
+10
dBm
GND
15
10
O
-
15
50
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RS485_Z
RS485_Y
LINE_P
1
2
3
LINE_N
TX_BUSY
RX_BUSY
INT_ALARM 7
GND
RS485 (-)
RS485(+)
Balanced line input from
Receiver unit, 600 ohm
Balanced line input from
Receiver unit, 600 ohm
TX Busy indicator output Open collector
(Mute output)
RX Busy optocoupler-input
(Repeater key input)
This internal alarm signal is a
combined I/O signal that is
connected to a co-located
receiver for receiving alarm
signalling from the receiver (for
display on the transmitter and
to signal alarm from the
transmitter (for display on the
receiver). Input or output
Low=Alarm
Common ground
I/O
I/O
I
I
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
5V
-40 to
+10 48V
dBm
10
48
32
I/O
48
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Display
Scroll / Select
Switch
Navigation
button B
Sq / Navigation
button C
Indicators:
SQ: Squelch open (yellow)
AL:
Alarm active (red)
REM: Remote ready (green)
STBY: Standby (yellow)
ON/OFF
button
Headset
connector
Loudspeaker
3.3.1 Display - RX
The default display screen shows the most important operational parameters; Frequency and
modulation. In addition, the display will show several menus, submenus and operational parameters
when entering into the menu using Navigation button A.
The default display also indicate if the receiver operated on AC or DC power, by AC or DC in the
upper part of the display.
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AL (red):
Indicates that an alarm is present in the receiver unit. Details of the alarm will
be shown on the display.
REM (green):
This LED has multiple functions. The REMOTE indicator will be lit with a
constant green colour when the receiver is ready for remote operation.
Ready means that the audio is output to an external source (600 ohm line
input) or VoIP.
In addition the REMOTE indicator will flash yellow each time the unit is
communicating on either of the remote interfaces (RS232, RS485, Ethernet).
STBY (yellow):
The receiver is kept in standby, either by user input, an external signal to the
remote interface or because an alarm condition has been detected and the
receiver is set up as a MAIN receiver. In standby the receiver will not output
any audio on any audio interface.
Dir
Level
N/C
N/C
Headset
1
2
3
1W
N/C
RS232
RS232
+12VDC
6
4
5
7
O
I
O
12V
12V
+12V
GND
GND
No connection
No connection
Headset output contains received
audio.
No connection
RS232 TX
RS232 RX
+12 VDC to external amplifier
(100mA max.)
Common ground
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
15
15
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ALARM_P
ALARM_N
Select_in_P
Select_in_N
RS232_S
RS232_R
+12V
1
2
3
6
4
5
7
GND
Dir
Level
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
48
120
48
32
O
O
I
I
O
I
1W
12V
12V
12V
15
15
+12V
12
GND
100
Squelch_out_P 1
Squelch_out_N 2
AGC_HILO_P
AGC_HILO_N
N/C
N/C
AGC_OUT
4
5
7
N/C
Dir
Level
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
48
120
+15
50
O
O
O
O
-
0-4V
GND
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RS485_Z
RS485_Y
LINE_P
1
2
3
LINE_N
TX_BUSY
RX_BUSY
INT_ALARM
5
7
GND
RS485 (-)
RS485(+)
Line output from Receiver
unit, 600 ohm
Line output from Receiver
unit, 600 ohm
TX Busy indicator input (Mute
input)
RX Busy output
Low=Alarm (Note: I/O low
input will also be recognized
as an alarm (EXT))
Common ground
Level
Max
Volt.
[V]
Max
Curr
[mA]
I/O
I/O
I/O
15
O
I
48
32
I/O
GND
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Indicators:
AC: Operating on AC
ON: ON (DC output)
Indicates that AC is present, and that the unit currently is operating on the
main AC power supply.
ON (green):
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4 Installation
4.1 Introduction
The procedures for installing the radio units / transceiver are described in table 4.1 below.
It is recommended that these procedures are completed in the order shown.
Procedure
Ref. chapter
1
2
4.2
4.3
4
5
6
7
Initial inspection
Install equipment into 19 sub racks (equipment
cabinet)
Connect chassis stud to system earth or cabinet
On receipt of the radio units, remove all transit packaging and check that there is no damage to the
equipment. If damage is evident, contact Jotron immediately and retain the original transit
packaging.
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The units may be installed into a standard 19 sub-rack with a height of 3U ( 1U= 44.45 mm).
The sub-rack is divided into 84 TE units horizontally (1TE=5.08mm). The transmitter occupies 28 TE,
the PSU occupies 14TE and the receiver unit occupies 14TE.
For a transceiver this leaves a free space of 28TE available for other equipment.
Figure 4-1 shows some examples for installation into 19 sub-rack. From top to bottom the figure
shows: 6 receivers in one sub-rack, 2 transmitters with PSU in one sub-rack and 3 transmitters
without PSU (operated on DC) in one sub-rack. Jotron suggests that more space is added for better
heat dissipation, if possible.
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The antenna should be of good quality with regards to gain and VSWR to obtain maximum
performance. Make sure that the VSWR on the antenna is low, and that the cable from the
transmitter to the antenna is of good quality to avoid mismatch and unnecessary losses.
A cable loss of 1 dB is the same as reducing the power output of a 50W transmitter to less than 40W.
Similarly, a cable loss of 2 dB is the same as reducing the output power to less than 32W.
In areas were thunderstorms and lightning is a problem, surge arrestors should be mounted where
the antenna cables enters into the building. The arrestors should be of good quality and be capable
of handling the output power of the transmitter.
The antenna output of the transmitter is an N-type antenna connector at the back of the transmitter.
The second connector (BNC-type) is the output from the Tx antenna switch and can be used to
connect to a receiver for T/R switching to a common antenna in Transceiver configuration. This
output connector must NOT be used for TX main/standby switching.
Refer to section 3.2.3, 3.4.2, 3.4.3 and 3.6 for voltages and connectors.
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Several remote signals are available on the rear interfaces of the radio units. These signals can be
grouped into: Audio signals, Key signals, Data interface signals and other signals.
Note, for all interface signals, RJ45 connectors are used. As far as practically possible, the pairs used
on a standard Ethernet connection are used when a signal is input/output as a pair to the radio (e.g.
audio lines). For interconnections between the transmitter and receiver, and for interconnection to a
distribution panel with RJ45 connectors, standard Cat5E, Ethernet cable should be used. This is a
good quality, screened cable, with 1 to 1 connections between the two connectors.
Below is an overview of the signals available and their primary use. Refer to chapter 3.2 and 3.4 for
an overview of the different connectors.
4.6.1 Transceiver cable Transceiver operation
When the Transmitter is wired together with a Receiver as a Transceiver, the Transmitter REM
connector will also have the basic functionality for remotely controlling the receiver.
Transceiver wiring may ether be done by using a standard Cat5e computer cable with RJ45
connectors between the units (Rx-REM to Tx-RX connector) or via KRONE connection inter-wiring
4 pairs
CABLE
TX - REM/RX
RX - REM
Pin no
Pin no
PIN NAME
DESCRIPTION
RS485_Z
RS485_Y
LINE_P
TX BUSY
RX BUSY
LINE_N
ALARM
GND
Ground
When connecting the signals on the transmitter RX connector with the signals on the receivers REM
connector, via the transceiver cable, the following functionality is added to the transmitter and
receiver:
The receiver audio line (p.3 and p.6) is input to the transmitter.
This makes receiver audio available in the transmitter headphone connector, allowing only
one plug to be used for a combined headset/microphone.
In addition a 2 wire interface to the transmitters audio input line is possible for combined
transmitter and receiver audio.
Finally, it enables monitoring of both the transmitted audio and the received audio via the
monitor output line (AUX2, p.3 and p.6) on the transmitter.
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The RS485 serial lines from both units are connected in parallel.
This is useful to have only one connection point for the RS485 on the transceiver for remote
control.
RS485 serial bus is primarily used by the Data Remote Control unit (DRC) and Operators
Remote Control unit (ORC) to remotely set/change frequency and other parameters, on the
Receiver, Transmitter or Transceiver.
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RS485
(TX and RX)
RS485
(TX and RX)
RS485
(TX and RX)
Parameter
Details
Bitrate
Address
Protocol
Menu path:
TX config
Audio
(TX)
Audio
(TX)
Menu path:
RX config
Audio
(RX)
Audio
(RX)
Audio
(RX)
Parameter
Details
Monitor output
Line=> Head
gain
Parameter
Mute on
transmit
Output source
Details
Line Output
See chapter 8.3.4.2 for details
level
Table 4-3, Settings associated with the transmitter - receiver interconnection
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With reference to Figure 4-2, the following audio remote signals are available on the rear connectors:
Parameter
Details
Audio
(TX)
Audio
(TX)
Monitor output
Monitor level
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Line input, transmitter: This is the transmitter audio line input. This signal is usually
connected to a VCS system or a remote control that uses a 600 ohm line interface.
Parameter
Details
Input source
Line sensitivity
Line
termination
Line mute level
Source
Line output, receiver: This is the receiver audio line output. This signal is usually connected
to the VCS system or a remote control that uses a 600 ohm line interface.
Parameter
Details
Audio
(RX)
Audio
(RX)
Output source
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In addition to the line loop keying, it is possible to key the transmitter, using several other hardware
and software options.
TX_KEY_G
This is a input on the transmitter REM connector, pin 4. This pin, if connected to GND, will
key the transmitter.
TXKEY_P, TXKEY_N
This is a differential input, on the transmitter AUX2 connector, pin 7 and 8. A DC voltage
between 5 and 48V(+ or -) between the pins will key the transmitter.
Note also that this is a differential signal, not connected to any ground potential inside the
transmitter, therefore the signal can be configured for both positive and negative voltage
keying (see figure).
Parameter
Details
Keying
(TX)
Source
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Parameter
Range
Squelch
(RX)
Squelch
(RX)
SqOut output
RxBusy output
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The Alarm output signals that the radio unit has detected an alarm internally.
The Select input is used to select or deselect (inhibit) a particular unit. By deselecting a unit, the unit
will enter into standby mode and can no longer be used for radio communication. All other
functionality remains operational when the radio is in standby mode.
The Alarm and Select pin out are equal on the transmitter and the receiver units, except for the
ALARM (REM, p.7) pin. This signal is only available on the transmitter unit and is used to signal an
alarm from either the transmitter or the receiver unit when configured as a transceiver.
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Parameter
Details
Alarm config
(TX and RX)
Alarm config
(TX and RX)
Select polarity
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4.6.6 RX BUSY, KEY OUT and TX LOW POWER (GAS ALARM) (Transmitter unit)
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4.6.6.1 Menu parameters, RX BUSY, KEY OUT and TX LOW POWER (GAS ALARM)
Menu path:
Radio control
Parameter
Details
Menu path:
TX config
Parameter
Details
Keying
(TX)
RF delay
Table 4-10, RX BUSY, KEY OUT and TX LOW POWER (GAS ALARM)
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4.7 Applications
4.7.1 Transceiver, Local operation
In a transceiver setup for local operation, the microphone and headset are connected to the
microphone/headset connector at the front of the transmitter. The transceiver cable (Cat5e
computer cable) allows all required connections (Microphone, Headset) to be done on the
transmitter unit.
Connection for local operation is shown in Figure 4-8 and tab.
Transceiver cable
Figure 4-9, Transceiver, Local configuration, interfacing
Description
Connect a Transceiver cable (Cat 5e) between TA (RX connector) and RA-(REM connector).
Connect a coax cable (RG58 or better) between the TA Receiver antenna connector (BNC)
and the antenna input on the receiver. Alternatively, use separate antennas for the TA and
RA.
Reference
4.6.1.1
8.3.4.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.2
3.2.2 and
3.4.1
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signalling in this configuration, since an improper set-up of the in-band parameters may lead to
unwanted keying of the transmitter from the receiver audio output.
Transceiver cable
Figure 4-10, Transceiver, Remote configuration with 2 wire audio interface
Description
Connect the transceiver cable between TA-RX connector and RA-REM connector.
Reference
4.6.1.1
8.3.4.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.2
3.2.2 and 3.4.1
Key out relay, Monitor output, TX_LOW (Gas alarm) input, TXKEY
3.4.6
3.2.8
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This is the standard configuration when the radios are connected to a voice control system.
This is also the recommended configuration when in-band tones are used for PTT and Squelch
signalling.
Connect a coax cable (RG58 or better) between the TA Receiver antenna connector
(BNC) and the antenna input on the receiver. Alternatively, use separate antennas for
the TA and RA.
Other useful signals in Remote configuration:
AUX1
Alarm out, Select in, RS232, +12V
TAAUX2
RAAUX2
TA
REM
Reference
4.6.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.2
3.2.2 and 3.4.1
Key out relay, Monitor output, TX_LOW (Gas alarm) input, TXKEY
3.4.6
3.4.7
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Description
Connect the alarm_out signal (p.1.2) from AUX1 on the main transmitter to the
select_in signal (p.3.6) on AUX1 on the standby transmitter. The connection can be
done via a distribution panel (KRONE, see Error! Reference source not found. ) or
by making a special cable with RJ45 connectors in both ends. The cables used should
be of the same quality as a CAT5E network cable and the screen should be connected
in the plugs.
Set Alarm config, Alarm pin pull-up to Enabled (default)
Reference
3.2.6
8.2.4.3
8.2.4.3
8.2.4.1
8.2.4.1
-
Alternatively use an external antenna change over unit (ACU) in order to switch the
antenna between the main and standby transmitters. The antenna change over unit
can be controlled by the alarm signal on the main unit
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Description
Connect the alarm_out signal (p.1.2) from AUX1 on the main receiver to the
select_in signal (p.3.6) on AUX1 on the standby receiver. The connection can be
done via a distribution panel (KRONE,see Error! Reference source not found.)
or by making a special cable with RJ45 connectors in both ends. The cables used
should be of the same quality as a CAT5E network cable and the screen should be
connected in the plugs.
Set Alarm config, Alarm pin pull-up to Enabled (default)
Reference
3.4.5
8.3.3.3
8.3.3.3
8.3.3.1
8.3.3.1
-
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Description
Connect an 8 wire Cat5e cable between TA-RX connector and RAREM connector. This will enable the RX busy and TX busy
signalling between the transmitter and receiver unit.
Set transmitter and receiver to VDL mode 2 operation
(Only available when ordered with this option).
3
3
Reference
4.6.1.1
8.2.4.2 and 8.3.4.2
TAAUX2
RA-
3.4.6
Squelch, Alarm
3.4.7
AUX2
TA
REM
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Parameter
Details
VDL mode 2
(TX)
VDL mode 2
(TX)
VDL mode 2
(TX)
VDL mode 2
(TX)
VDL mode 2
(TX)
VDL mode 2
(TX)
Input source
Output power
Channel busy
(TM2)
Persistence (P)
Parameter
Details
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
LAN
(TX)
Address
Netmask
Default gateway
SNMP port
SNMP trap IP
VDL input IP
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Parameter
Details
VDL mode 2
(RX)
VDL mode 2
(RX)
VDL mode 2
(RX)
VDL mode 2
(RX)
VDL mode 2
(RX)
Station ID
Provider Code
Message format
Mute on transmit
CU Interval
Parameter
Details
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
LAN
(RX)
Address
Netmask
Default gateway
SNMP port
SNMP trap IP
VDL output IP
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REM
CTRL
SNMP
RTPED137
REM
CTRL
WEB
server
Jotron Prop.
HTTP
VDL
M.2
VoIP
SIPED137
TCP
UDP
Link layer: Ethernet, 100BaseT (IEEE 802.3-2005) and 10BaseT (IEEE 802.3i)
Internet layer: IPv4 and ICMP (Ping)
Transport layer: UDP and TCP
Application layer: DHCP, HTTP, SIP, RTP and SNMP
Applications: Remote control, Voice Over IP, VDL mode 2, Web server
Refer to chapter 8.2.4.3 and chapter 8.3.4.3 for detailed parameter settings.
5.1.1 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
The SNMP protocol is used to remote control the radio. The radio supports SNMP v.2 with traps and
object read/write.
Using the SNMP protocol, the radio can be remotely controlled by a standard SNMP MIB browser or
by a dedicated remote control program using SNMP management. Each object in the radio has a
dedicated OID (Object Identifier) which is described in detail in the file: JOTRON-BASESTATION-MIB.
This file is available for system integrators upon request.
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Unit
RACS PC
Service PCs
RRC 1
(Radio Remote Control)
RRC 2
RRC 3
VHF RX1
VHF TX1
VHF RX2
VHF TX2
UHF RX1
UHF TX1
UHF RX2
UHF TX2
IP
address
(Address)
10.1.1.10
10.1.1.1519
10.1.1.20
Sub-net mask
(Netmask)
Multicast address/
SNMP trap IP
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
162
162
255.255.255.0
10.1.1.21
10.1.1.22
10.1.1.40
10.1.1.41
10.1.1.42
10.1.1.43
10.1.1.50
10.1.1.51
10.1.1.52
10.1.1.53
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
255.255.255.0
162
162
162
162
162
162
162
162
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
239.0.0.1
Figure 5-2, Typical IP configuration plan for a simple radio system on a LAN
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5.2.3.1 VoIP system with separate antennas for main and standby
Legend
Standard wiring
KRONE cross wiring
Signal cable
RF Coaxial cable
Ethernet (LAN/WAN)
Figure 5-3, Main / standby transceiver connected to a RRC (Radio Remote Control)
Description
Connect the units to the LAN switch using Cat5e LAN patch cable
or higher as illustrated in the system layout above.
Set the IP Address in accordance with the IP-configuration plan.
The IP address must be unique for all units in the network.
Alternatively, enable DHCP on the radios to automatically acquire
the IP address.
Set LAN Netmask in accordance with the IP-configuration plan
Should be the same for all units in the network.
Alternatively, enable DHCP on the radios to automatically acquire
the netmask.
Set the TCP control port to 3008 (Default)
6
7
Reference
4.3
5.2.2, 8.2.4.3and 8.3.4.3
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Legend
Standard wiring
KRONE cross wiring
Signal cable
RF Coaxial cable
Ethernet (LAN/WAN)
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10
3
4
7
8
Reference
4.3
5.2.2, 8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
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Adaptor kit
These kits can also be delivered with a combination of transmitters and receivers in the 19 sub-rack.
Attaching bracket
KRONE label
KRONE connector
Figure 6-5, Transceiver connected to MDF Krone adaptor boards
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5.4.1 Transceiver wiring, Main/Standby, 4Wire E&M, ARC, DRC/ORC and ACU
Via the MDF Krone interface, it is possible to obtain full control of the radio by proper interface to
the radio. The following signals from the radios are used in this configuration:
TX audio line
TX ground keying (PTT)
TX alarm output
TX select input (used for main/standby switching)
RX audio line
RX squelch output
RX alarm output
RX Select input (used for main/standby switching)
RS-485 remote serial bus
The following units are available from Jotron to perform the required functionality:
ARC Audio Remote Control. Connects to the radio using 4W audio, PTT, squelch, alarm and
select signals. Gives the user the ability to transmit and receive using the remote control, in
addition the user has access to main/standby switching and alarm monitoring of the units.
Maximum range for the remote control depends on the quality of the copper wires used, but
is in the range 200-300 m.
ACU Antenna Changeover Unit. Connects to the radios using the alarm and select signals in
addition to the RF signals. Used to automatically or manually switch the antenna between
the main and the standby radios. Contains a RF antenna relay to perform the action.
DRC Digital Remote Control. Connects to the radio using the RS-485 remote serial bus. In
addition the DRC is powered by the external voltage available on either the radio units or the
ARC.
Gives the user the ability to change the operating frequency and monitor certain built in test
(BIT) signals in the radios.
ORC Operator Remote Control. Connects to the radio using the RS-485 remote serial bus. In
addition the ORC is powered by the external voltage available on either the radio units or the
ARC.
Gives the user the ability to change the operating frequency between pre-stored frequencies
in the radio.
For interconnection diagrams with optional equipment connected refer to the next pages.
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5.4.1.1 System layout ARC, DRC with two antennas (main and standby)
Legend
Standard wiring
KRONE cross wiring
Signal cable
RF Coaxial cable
KRONE connector
Figure 6-4, Main/Standby transceiver connected to ARC and DRC/ORC via MDF Krone
Legend
Standard wiring
KRONE cross wiring
Signal cable
RF Coaxial cable
KRONE connector
Figure 6-5, Main/Standby transceiver connected to ARC, DRC/ORC and ACU via MDF Krone
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5.4.1.3 Detailed wiring diagram ARC, DRC/ORC + ACU using MDF Krone
Figure 6-6, Wiring diagram main/standby transceiver connected to ARC, DRC/ORC and ACU via MDF Krone
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Step
Description
Install standard MDF Krone wiring harness, and power to each unit
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Set RS485 Address to 1 for the Main receiver, 2 for the Main
transmitter, 3 for the Standby receiver and 4 for the Standby
transmitter.
Set the RS485 Protocol to Legacy
Connect RF cables and antennas as illustrated in the system
layout above.
Refer to Equipment manuals for configuration of remote units.
Reference
4.3
6.1.1 and 6.1.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.1 and 8.3.4.1
8.2.4.1 and 8.3.4.1
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
Figure 6-5
-
Table 6.1, Set up procedure transceiver main/standby connected to ARC, DRC/ORC + ACU
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TX audio line
TX ground keying (PTT)
TX alarm output
TX select input (used for main/standby switching)
RX audio line
RX squelch output
RX alarm output
RX Select input (used for main/standby switching)
Ethernet (LAN) interface
To VCCS
KRONE connector
Figure 6-7, Main/Standby transceiver connected to an ACU + VCCS via MDF Krone
Legend
Standard wiring
KRONE cross wiring
Signal cable
RF Coaxial cable
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Figure 6-8, Main/Standby transceiver connected to an ACU + VCCS via MDF Krone
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Description
10
11
12
13
Reference
4.3
6.1.1 and 6.1.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.1 and 8.3.4.1
8.2.4.1 and 8.3.4.1
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5.4.3 Transceiver, Main / Standby, 4Wire +E&M, APM, ARC and DRC
This system illustrates the use of a pair of Audio and PTT modems (APM) using the MDF Krone
interface. The APM gives the system the ability to transfer PTT, squelch and alarm signals as in-band
tones between the radio site and the operator site.
TX audio line
TX ground keying (PTT)
TX alarm output
TX select input (used for main/standby switching)
RX audio line
RX squelch output
RX alarm output
RX Select input (used for main/standby switching)
RS-485 remote serial bus
The following units are available from Jotron to perform the required functionality:
ARC Audio Remote Control. Connects to the radio using 4W audio, PTT, squelch, alarm and
select signals. Gives the user the ability to transmit and receive using the remote control, in
addition the user has access to main/standby switching and alarm monitoring of the units.
Maximum range for the remote control depends on the quality of the copper wires used, but
is in the range 200-300 m.
DRC Data Remote Control. Connects to the radio using the RS-485 remote serial bus. In
addition the DRC is powered by the external voltage available on either the radio units or the
ARC.
Gives the user the ability to change the operating frequency and monitor certain built in test
(BIT) signals in the radios.
ORC Operator Remote Control. Connects to the radio using the RS-485 remote serial bus. In
addition the ORC is powered by the external voltage available on either the radio units or the
ARC.
Gives the user the ability to change the operating frequency between pre-stored frequencies
in the radio.
APM Audio PTT Modem. Allows the use of in-band signalling to transfer squelch, PTT and
alarm signals between the operator and the radio site. In addition, the remote APM unit
contains an antenna switchover relay to switch the antenna between the main and the
standby radio units.
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Legend
Standard wiring
KRONE cross wiring
Signal cable
RF Coaxial cable
Ethernet (LAN/WAN)
KRONE connector
Figure 6-9, Main/Standby transceiver using remote ARC, DRC/ORC and APMs.
Figure 6-10, Main/Standby transceiver using remote ARC, DRC/ORC and APMs, wiring.
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Description
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Set RS485 Address to1 for the Main receiver, 2 for the Main
transmitter, 3 for the Standby receiver and 4 for the Standby
transmitter.
Set the RS485 Protocol to Legecy
Connect RF cables and antennas as illustrated in the system
layout above.
Refer to Equipment manuals for configuration of remote units.
Reference
4.3
6.1.1 and 6.1.2
Figure 6-9
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.3.4.2
8.2.4.2
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.1 and 8.3.4.1
8.2.4.1 and 8.3.4.1
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
8.2.4.3 and 8.3.4.3
Figure 6-8
-
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Alarm pull-up. This link defines whether a pull-up is enabled for the alarm output or not.
Normally this is set to on (default for RA7202 and TA74xx) this enables the +12v pull-up
signal. In order to get the alarm/select functionality between two units to function, this must
be set to ON.
RS232 / RS485. Select whether the interface to the radios are done using RS-232 or RS-485.
In most legacy systems, RS-485 is used.
Tx / Rx mode. These links defines whether the radio connected to the board is a transmitter
or a receiver.
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Parameter
Details
Alarm pin
Set to Enabled
pullup
Select
Set to Low to select
polarity
Protocol
Set to Legacy
Bitrate
Set to 1200 or 9600 b/s depending on remote equipment
Address
Set to the same address as the radio being replaced
Figure 6-7, Common setup (RX and TX) to use legacy interface board
Menu path:
RX config
Squelch
Squelch
Menu path:
TX config
Keying
Keying
Parameter
Details
RxBusy
Set to Open on Busy
output
SqOut
Set to Closed when busy
output
Figure 6-8, Receiver setup to use legacy interface board
Parameter
Details
Source
5.5.3 Limitations
5.5.3.1 Receiver:
The AGC voltages out from the RA7202 and RA7203 are different.
The maximum output from the RA7203 is 4V and the maximum output signal from the
RA7202 is 2.5V. Because of this, voting between a new and an old radio is not possible.
AC/DC out is not implemented on RA7203. Instead AGC_HI/LO_N from the RA7203 is
available on this pin (Pin 4 of on 15 pin D-sub).
Pin 3 on the 15 pin D-sub connector was not in use by the RA7202. AGC_HI/LO_P from
RA7203 has been made available on this pin.
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This chapter gives additional and supplementary information regarding some of the settings in the
radio. Some of the settings explained in this chapter are dependent on several settings, a
dependency that may not be immediately obvious.
6.2 Transmitter
100
MODULATION %
(85%)
m
dB
0
L:
LV
T
M
AX
IN
PU
T
IN
PU
40
M
AX
IN
PU
LV
LV
L:
60
L:
-2
0
-1
0
dB
dB
80
M
AX
MODULATION (%)
20
0
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
+10
LINE AUDIO LEVEL (dBm)
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No. Tx sites
5
4
3
2
2
Tx1
-8.0
-7.5
-7.3
-5.0
-2.5
Tx2
-4.0
-2.5
0
+5.0
+2.5
Tx3
0
+2.5
+7.3
Tx4
+4.0
+7.5
Tx5
+8.0
(Offset in kHz) Table 7-1, Offset frequencies for 2,3,4 and 5 channel offset (offset in kHz)
Note, when using 5 channel offset, the operating temperature range is currently limited to 0 to 40C
when using the standard TCXO in the radio.
6.2.4 In-band PTT signalling (Option in-band)
In-band signalling is optionally available in the transmitter unit. The in-band signalling is configurable
for the user with regards to the in-band frequency and the trigger level.
When available, the settings for in-band signalling are available under the TX config/key submenu.
The transmitter will automatically insert a notch filter in the audio path and enables a narrow band
signal detector at the selected in-band frequency. This prevent the in-band tone from being
transmitted and ensures that the transmitter is keyed as long as the tone is present.
The in-band frequency is selectable between 2000 and 4000 Hz and the detection level is
configurable in the range -40 to -10 dBm.
See chapter 8.2.3.2 for details on how to configure these parameters.
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6.3 Receiver
6.3.1 Squelch system
The RA-7203 receiver incorporates a squelch system that consists of a signal/noise (S/N) squelch and
a squelch that simply detects the level of the signal.
Any combination of the two systems can be used, making it suitable to detect intelligible signals at
maximum range and at the same time block out on-channel interference from co-located
transmitters operating in and out of the operational band of the radio.
6.3.1.1 Squelch: Recommended settings
Refer to Figure 7-3 for an illustration of the settings.
For longest range performance without interference from collocated transmitters or carrier
override function (default setting):
1. Set Sq setup to Level OR S/N.
2. Set S/N SQ level to 10 dB S/N. 10 dB S/N will be a signal of moderate quality, if set below
10 dB the audio quality may be harder to intelligibly understand.
3. Set SQ override lvl to the wanted override level, e.g. 20 dBuV (-87 dBm).
The radio will now be un-muted (squelch open) for any received signal that has an S/N level higher
than 10 dB@30% modulation (or >26.5 C/N see above). The squelch will open on any signal that is
above -87 dBm regardless of the signal quality.
For signals levels above a fixed threshold, with guaranteed S/N performance
1. Set Sq setup to Level AND S/N
2. Set the S/N SQ level to the wanted threshold, e.g. 10 dB
3. Set the SQ override lvl to the wanted threshold, e.g. -101 dBm
The radio will now be un-muted (squelch open) for any received signal that has an S/N level higher
than 10 dB@30% modulation (or >26.5 C/N see above) and where the signal level is at least above
-101 dBm. This setting prevents nearby (collocated) transmitters from opening the squelch and
guarantees that the signal has both a certain S/N quality and are at a certain level.
For longest range performance without interference from collocated transmitters:
1. Set Sq setup to S/N.
2. Set S/N SQ level to 10 dB S/N. 10 dB S/N will be a signal of moderate quality, if set below
10 dB the audio quality may be harder to intelligibly understand.
The radio will now be un-muted (squelch open) for any received signal that has an S/N level higher
than 10 dB@30% modulation (or >26.5 C/N see above). The squelch will not open based on
interference from nearby (collocated) transmitters.
For longest range performance squelch may open at noise only:
1. Set Sq setup to Level only.
2. Adjust the SQ override lvl until noise is heard in the speaker, and then increase the level by
3 dB. Note. This adjustment must be done after the receiver is installed on the site with the
antenna connected. The noise level may vary during the day and it may be required to adjust
the trigger level higher than 3 dB.
Jotron AS| TR7750: Operators handbook 5BAdvanced radio functions
and recommended settings
P/N: 84496 (v.E)
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The radio will now be un-muted (squelch open) for any received signal that has a signal strength
higher than 3 dB above the background noise. Annoying squelch openings may occur if there are
nearby (collocated) transmitters.
6.3.1.2 Details regarding the squelch system to use
There are 4 different settings for the squelch system to use. The selection is done under the Rx
Config settings by selecting Sq setup. The various settings are explained below. Default setting for
the Sq setup is Level OR S/N.
Level
This setting selects that the radio receiver will be un-muted for any signal that is above the level set
by the Sq override lvl. The level squelch will not discriminate between wanted and unwanted
signals caused by on-channel interference, but will simply react to any signal that is above the
threshold. This setting is not recommended unless the receiver is located on a site with no onchannel interference (no nearby transmitters).
S/N
This setting select that the radio receiver will be un-muted for any signal where the signal/noise (S/N)
ratio is above the limit set by the S/N SQ level. Note that the S/N level that is set is the level that
will be obtained by a 30% modulated reference signal. Thus a setting of 10 dB will be the level that
is achieved with an RF signal, modulated with 30% at a certain signal strength. The RF level where the
S/N squelch triggers will not be affected by varying modulation levels (see below for further
explanation)
Level OR S/N
With this setting the radio receiver will be un-muted if either the level squelch or the S/N squelch is
triggered. This is the default setting in the radio. This setting is useful to take advantage of the S/N
squelch function, and in addition have the security that the squelch will open if the signal is large
enough (carrier override).
Level AND S/N
With this setting both conditions need to be fulfilled before the receiver is un-muted. I.e. the
receiver squelch does not open until the received signal both has the required level and it has a
certain quality.
6.3.1.3 Details regarding the functionality of the Signal/Noise (S/N) Squelch
The signal/noise squelch or actually the carrier/noise (C/N) squelch system is incorporated in the
digital audio processing part of the radio receiver. The input signal is examined for signals within and
outside the operating channel. A wanted signal will have its predominant part of the energy within
the operating channel, while unwanted noise generated by collocated transmitters will span several
channels with broadband (white) noise. In this way it is possible for the digital audio processing
system to determine if the signal is a wanted (on-channel) or an unwanted signal (noise). It is also
possible to calculate the carrier / noise level of the signal and determine if the S/N squelch should
trigger or not.
To make it easier to adjust, the adjustment of the S/N squelch in the menu is done for a reference
signal that is modulated with a 30% audio signal. The relative difference between the carrier level
and the audio sidebands for a 30% signal is 16.5 dB. I.e. a setting of 10 dB S/N actually reflects a
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carrier/noise level of app. 26.5 dB, in other words, a setting of 10 dB S/N means that the S/N squelch
will trigger when the C/N level of the receiver is above 26.5 dB.
This means that the setting of the S/N squelch is independent of the actual modulation level of the
incoming signal and will always trigger when the carrier/noise level is above 26.5 dB.
A receiver that has a sensitivity of 10 dB S/N@-107 dBm, 30% modulation will trigger at -107 dBm if
there is no background noise that masks out the incoming signal (lab environment).
For practical installations, the background noise is usually higher, meaning that a larger input signal is
required before the squelch triggers. Using the S/N squelch feature allows the squelch to be adjusted
once and it will automatically adjust itself to various operating environments. It will even adapt to
various operating conditions that may occur during a day.
The range for the S/N squelch is 5 to 20 dB (@30%), which corresponds to a C/N between 21.5 and
46.5. In a silent operating environment this equals levels between -112 and -97 dBm.
Figure 7-2, Relation between S/N and C/N for a -107 dBm, 30% modulated signal with 10 dB S/N
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7 Operating Instructions
7.1 Introduction
To set up the transmitter and the receiver units, several parameters may be set from the
front panel to tailor the unit for numerous applications. This section details the parameters
that are available from the unit front panel and explains the use of each parameter.
The radio units contains no manual adjustments or switch settings. All parameters can
therefore be set from the front panel or using one of the remote protocols.
There are 4 access levels that can be selected to limit the user access to certain parameters.
The local user levels can be set using one of the remote protocols or using a special key to
unlock the radio (see chapter 3.1.6 and 3.3.5). There is also a way to override the user levels,
described in the technical manual.
The user access levels are:
Restricted
Operator
Same as restricted, but in addition the local user has full access to the
operating frequency (store and recall).
Technician
This level gives the local user access to the most used installation
specific parameters (line levels, output power, etc.) and should be
used when installing or maintaining the radio units.
SysOp
This level gives unlimited access to all parameters within the radio
units and should be used by system experts are when the radios are
located in a building with restricted access.
In the following section, these symbols and abbreviations are used to explain navigation in
menus / setting of values:
Scroll/Select switch
=
Navigation button A (left button)
=
Navigation button B (middle button) =
Navigation button C (right button) =
Clockwise
=
CW
Counter Clockwise
=
CCW
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Display
118.000
118.005
118.010
118.015
118.025
118.030
118.035
118.040
118.050
118.055
118.060
118.065
118.075
118.080
118.085
118.090
118.100
.
136.975
136.980
136.985
136.990
Actual
Bandwidth
frequency
[kHz]
[MHz]
118.000
25
118.0000
8.33
118.0083
8.33
118.0167
8.33
118.025
25
118.0250
8.33
118.0333
8.33
118.0417
8.33
118.050
25
118.0500
8.33
118.0583
8.33
118.0667
8.33
118.075
25
118.0750
8.33
118.0833
8.33
118.0917
8.33
118.100
25
..
136.975
25
136.9750
8.33
136.9833
8.33
136.9917
8.33
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7.2 Transmitter
7.2.1 User menu Transmitter (Restricted access level)
Main display window in restricted mode.
Display
Description
When the transmitter is switched on, it will show the frequency and the
operation mode (AM).
Press
to navigate to the channel recall screen.
Select any channel (up to 100) that is previously stored in the radio by
rotating
. Recall selected channel with
If no channel is stored, the display will show: CH: No channels
Press
to navigate to the audio output level screen.
This setting adjusts the audio level output at the front panel
microphone/headset connector.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the headset level.
Press
to navigate to the display intensity adjust screen.
This setting adjusts the intensity of the display and LED indicators.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the intensity.
Press
Pressing
from the main display will bring up the menu options available
for the current user level.
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Press
to navigate to the channel recall screen.
Select any channel (up to 100) that is previously stored in the radio by
rotating
. Recall selected channel with
If no channel is stored, the display will show: CH: No channels
Press
to navigate to the audio output level screen.
This setting adjusts the audio level output at the front panel
microphone/headset connector.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the headset level.
Press
to navigate to the set frequency screen.
Use
and
to adjust the frequency steps.
Rotate
CW or CCW to select a new frequency.
Confirm new frequency with
or
.
Press
to navigate to the channel store screen.
Select channel number by rotating
CW or CCW.
Confirm with
or
.
If the channel is already programmed, the channel may be cleared using
Press
to navigate to the display intensity adjust screen.
This setting adjusts the intensity of the display and LED indicators.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the intensity.
Press
Table 8-3, User menu selections transmitter- Operator, Technician and SysOp access levels
Page 7-4
Access level
Description
Section
Radio control
SysOp,
Technician
8.2.3.1
TX config
SysOp
8.2.3.2
Interface config
SysOp
Bite system
SysOp,
Technician
8.2.3.4
System info
All
8.2.3.5
Page 7-5
Menu
Radio Control
Operation Mode (Refer to section 7.2.4.1 for details)
Set the radio to act as Main or Normal radio
Low power level
Modulation
Page 7-6
Menu
TX config
AM (Refer to section 7.2.4.2 for details)
Set parameters for AM operation. Power output and % modulation
Page 7-7
Menu
Interface config
Access control (Refer to section 7.2.4.3 for details)
Set the user access level for local poeration
Page 7-8
Menu
Bite system
Alarms (Refer to section 7.2.4.4 for details)
Display active alarms. Identifies modules and parameter with failure
Menu
System info (Refer to section 7.2.4.5 for details)
ID, firmware and hardware release information. Radio Up-time
Page 7-9
Range
Default Details
Operation mode
Main | Norm
Norm
30 41 dBm
1 dB steps
41 dBm
AM climax offset
(option offset)
0 kHz
Modulation
AM
Alarm
AM,
(AMMSK, VDL2
optional)
On | Off
Standby
On | Off
Off
Off
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Audio
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Output power
30 47 dBm
0.1 dB steps
47 dBm
Modulation %
10 95 %
1% steps
Auto | Line | Mic
| Modgen | VoIP
85 %
Input source
Auto
(Availability of
certain choices
depends on
option enabled)
Mic sensitivity
-40 to 0 dB
1 dB steps
-21 dB
Line sensitivity
-40 to 0 dBm
1 dB steps
-22 dBm
Line termination
600 ohm
OFF or
-40 to -10dBm
1 dB steps
OFF
Monitor output
Headphone,
Monitor line,
VoIP
Headphone,
Monitor line
Monitor level
(Availability of
certain choices
depends on
options
enabled)
-80 to +10 dB
-0 dB
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TX-Menu path:
Main/
TX config
Keying
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
VOGAD
Norm
Modgen frequency
100 to 5000 Hz
1 Hz steps
1000 Hz
Line=>Head gain
-10 to +20 dB
10 dB
Source
Mic, Line,
Txkey, Txgnd,
Inband
Mic, Txkey,
Txgnd
(Availability of
certain choices
may depend on
options
enabled)
Inband frequency
(option In-band)
2001 3999 Hz
1 Hz steps
2040
-30
TX Timeout
000 | 5-300 s
5s steps
000s (Off)
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TX-Menu path:
Main/
TX config
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
RF delay
0 200 ms
0 (OFF)
Ground, +12V,
Floating
Floating
Calibrate
Ref oscillator
-127 128
---
VDL mode 2
Input source
RS232, RS485,
LAN
30 47 dBm
LAN
0.5 125.0 ms
0.5 ms steps
6 120 s
4.5 ms
1/256 256
13/256
1 65536
135
Factory preset
0-1
Output power
44 dBm
60 s
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Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Access control
SysOp,
Technician,
Operator,
Restricted
SysOp
Set language
Depending on
model
English
Disabled |
Enabled
Enabled
Select polarity
High to select|
Low to select
Low to
select
Bitrate
Address
1200 115200
1 255
1200
1
Protocol
Legacy |
standard
Legacy
RS232
Bitrate
1200 115200
115200
LAN
Address
4 octets IP
address
---
Netmask
4 octets IP
netmask
255.255.0.0
Alarm config
RS485
Page 7-14
TX-Menu path:
Main/Interface
config
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Default gateway
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
SNMP port
1 65535
161
SNMP trap IP
4 octets IP
address
239.0.0.1
1 65535
162
0 60
1 65535
3008
DHCPv4
On/Off
Off
1 65535
3005
1 65535
3006
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
RTP out IP
(option: VoIP)
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
RTP in IP
(option: VoIP)
RTP in port
(option: VoIP)
RTP out IP
(option: VoIP)
4 octets IP
address
1 65535
0.0.0.0
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
1 65535
3004
RTP Framesize
(option: VoIP)
RTP codec
(option: VoIP)
10 to 100ms
20ms
G711uLaw,
G711Alaw,
G728, PCM raw
0 to 65535
G711Alaw
IPv6
3003
VoIP protocol
(option: VoIP)
IPv6Enable
ED137, RTP
On/Off
Off
Static IP6
16 octets IP6
address
On/Off
---
DHCPv6
Off
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TX-Menu path:
Main/Interface
config
RACK
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
DHCP IP6
16 octets IP6
address
---
LinkLocal IP6
16 octets IP6
address
---
Number
0 100
Row
0 20
Column
06
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Range
Normal
TX alarm
Depends on the
alarm status of
the radio unit
TX alerts
Depends on the
alert status of
the radio unit
Measurements
Forward
30 47 dBm
N/A
Reflected
N/A
VSWR
0 to Max.
Forward
power
1:
Modulation
Up to 95%
N/A
Current
0 to 12 A
(Alarm limit)
-55 to +85C
(Alarm limit)
-19 to +12dBm
(Alarm limit)
--20.0 to 30.0 V
(Alarm limit)
0.0 to 9.0A
(Alert limit)
-20 to +55C
(Alert limit)
-20 to +11dBm
12 Volt
11.0 to 12.8 V
(Alarm limit)
10.0 to 14.0V
(Alert limit)
6 Volt
5.0 to 7.0 V
6V
5 Volt
4.3 to 5.6 V
(Alarm limit)
4.6 to 5.4V
(Alert limit)
-5 Volt
-6.2 to -4.0 V
(Alarm limit)
-5.65 to -4.55V
(Alert limit)
3.3 Volt
2.9 to 3.6 V
(Alarm limit)
3.0 to 3.5V
(Alert limit)
PA Temp
LO level
Line level
28 Volt
1:0 to 1:2
dBm
24.0 to 29.0V
(Alert limit)
Details
Details
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TX-Menu path:
Main/System
info
Parameter
Details
SW MIN
Display the minor release number of the units software. The number after of
the dot ( .5)
Display the release date of the software
Defines the HW release of the various modules identified by the module (X-) or
part number
Display the location where the radio is located, ie:'Tower'. This is text is
configurable via SNMP.
Display the time that the radio has been powered on (in seconds/hours)
SW REL
HW VER
Rack
Uptime
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7.3 Receiver
7.3.1 User menu receiver (Restricted access level)
Main display window in restricted mode.
Display
Description
When the receiver is switched on, it will show the frequency and the
operation mode (AM).
Press
to navigate to the channel recall screen.
Select any channel (up to 100) that is previously stored in the radio by
rotating
. Recall selected channel with
If no channel is stored, the display will show: CH: No channels
Press
to navigate to the loudspeaker audio output screen.
This setting adjusts the audio level output in the integrated loudspeaker.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the audio level.
Press
to navigate to the headset audio output screen.
This setting adjusts the audio level output in the integrated loudspeaker.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the audio level.
Press
to navigate to the display intensity adjust screen.
This setting adjusts the intensity of the display and LED indicators.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the intensity.
Press
Pressing
from the main display will bring up the menu options that are
available for the current user level.
Press
to disable / active the squelch.
Menus for user level: Restricted
For details regarding submenus, refer to chapter 5.4.
Table 8-10, User menu selections receiver - restriced access level
Page 7-19
Description
When the receiver is switched on, it will show the frequency and the
operation mode (AM).
Press
to navigate to the channel recall screen.
Select any channel (up to 100) that is previously stored in the radio by
rotating
. Recall selected channel with
If no channel is stored, the display will show: CH: No channels
Press
to navigate to the loudspeaker audio output screen.
This setting adjusts the audio level output in the integrated loudspeaker.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the audio level.
Press
to navigate to the headset audio output screen.
This setting adjusts the audio level output in the integrated loudspeaker.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the audio level.
Press
to navigate to the set frequency screen.
Use
and
to adjust the frequency steps.
Rotate
CW or CCW to select a new frequency.
Confirm new frequency with
or
.
Press
to navigate to the channel store screen.
Select channel number by rotating
CW or CCW.
Confirm with
or
.
If the channel is already programmed, the channel may be cleared using
Press
to navigate to the display intensity adjust screen.
This setting adjusts the intensity of the display and LED indicators.
Rotate
CW or CCW to adjust the intensity.
Press
Table 8-11, User menu selections receiver - Operator, Technician and SysOp access levels
Page 7-20
Access level
Description
Ref
Radio control
SysOp,
Technician
8.3.3.1
8.3.3.2
8.3.3.3
RX config
SysOp
Interface config
SysOp
Bite system
SysOp,
Technician
System info
All
8.3.3.5
Page 7-21
Menu
Radio Control
S/N SQ level
Page 7-22
Menu
RX config
Page 7-23
Menu
Interface config
Access control (Refer to section 7.3.4.3 for details)
Set the user access level for local poeration
Page 7-24
Menu
Bite system
Alarms (Refer to section 7.3.4.4 for details)
Display active alarms. Identifies modules and parameter with failure
Menu
System info (Refer to section 7.3.4.5for details)
ID, firmware and hardware release information. Radio Up-time
Figure 8-9, System info group, receiver
Page 7-25
Parameter
Range
Default Details
S/N SQ level
5 to 20 dB
12 dB
Operation mode
Main | Norm
Norm
Modulation
AM, FM,
AMMSK, VDL2
AM
(Availability of
certain choices
may depend on
options enabled)
Alarm
On | Off
Off
Standby
On | Off
Off
Force mute
On | Off
Off
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Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Output source
Speaker |
Headphone |
Lineout |
VoIP
Speaker,
Headphone,
Lineout
-40.0 to +10.0
dBm, 0.5 dB
step
Off, X-fast, Fast,
Normal, Slow,
X-slow
-10.0 dBm
AF AGC
On | Off
Off
Mute on transmit
Mute | Mute
w/AGC | Mute
Off
Mute Off
No audio | 0dB |
-5dB | -10dB | 15dB | -20dB | 25dB | -30dB
0 to 250ms
No audio
Level | S/N |
Level OR S/N |
Level AND S/N
Level OR
S/N
(Availability of
certain choices
may depend on
options
enabled)
Line output level
RF AGC
Sq setup
Norm
100ms
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RX-Menu path:
Main/RX
config
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
SQ override lvl
-5 dBuV to +42
dBuV
20 dBuV
Inband config
(option In-band)
Off, Open,
Closed, Both
Off
100 5000 Hz
10 Hz steps
5000
100 5000 Hz
1 Hz steps
5000
Inband level
(option In-band)
-30 to -10
-24
SqOut output
Closed | Open |
Closed when
busy| Open
when busy
Closed | Open |
Closed when
busy| Open
when busy
-127 128
Closed
when busy
Closed
when busy
RxBusy output
Calibrate
Ref oscillator
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RX-Menu path:
Main/RX
config
VDL mode 2
(option VDL 2)
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
RSSI reading
-10 to +10 dB
0 dB
Output
LAN
Station ID
RS232, RS485,
LAN
0 - 16777215
Provider Code
0 - 16777215
16777215
Message format
BER message
Single AVLC
Multiple AVLC
Single
AVLC
CU Interval
0 60s
1s steps
Mute on transmit
On/Off
On
Factory preset
0, 1
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Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Access control
SysOp,
Technician,
Operator,
Restricted
SysOp
Set language
Depending on
model
English
Disabled |
Enabled
Enabled
Select polarity
High to select|
Low to select
Low
Bitrate
Address
1200 115200
1 255
1200
1
Protocol
Legacy |
standard
Legacy
RS232
Bitrate
1200 115200
115200
LAN
Address
4 octets IP
address
---
Netmask
4 octets IP
netmask
255.255.0.0
Alarm config
RS485
Page 7-30
RX-Menu path:
Main/Interface
config
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Default gateway
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
SNMP port
1 65535
161
SNMP trap IP
4 octets IP
address
239.0.0.1
1 65535
162
0 60
1 65535
3008
DHCPv4
On/Off
Off
1 65535
3005
1 65535
3006
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
VDL out IP
(option VDL 2)
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
RTP out IP
(option VoIP)
4 octets IP
address
0.0.0.0
1 65535
3004
10 to 100ms
20ms
G711uLaw,
G711Alaw,
G728, PCM raw
0 to 65535
G711Alaw
IPv6
VoIP protocol
(option VoIP)
IPv6Enable
ED137, RTP
On/Off
Off
Static IP6
16 octets IP6
address
On/Off
---
DHCPv6
Off
DHCP IP6
16 octets IP6
address
---
LinkLocal IP6
16 octets IP6
address
---
Page 7-31
RX-Menu path:
Main/Interface
config
Rack
Parameter
Range
Default
Details
Number
0 100
Row
0 20
Column
06
Parameter
Range
Normal
Details
Alarms
Depends on the
alarm status of
the radio unit
Alerts
Depends on the
alert status of
the radio unit
Measurements
RSSI
Line level
-10 to +110
dBuV
-50 to +10 dBm
AGC volt
Codec/Eth LD
0 to 5 V
Lock / Unlock
Ch utilization
0..100 %
Temperature
-30 to +85C
(alarm limit)
0.1 to 0.45 A
(alarm limit)
20 to 90 mA
(alarm limit)
20 to 90 mA
(alarm limit)
Min. 15 dBm
(alarm limit)
Lock / Unlock
(alarm)
9.5 to 14.5V
(alarm limit)
DC current
IF current
LNA current
LO level
LO lock
12 Volt
Lock
-20 to +80C
(alert limit)
0.1 to 0.4 A
(alert limit)
30 to 80 mA
(alert limit)
30 to 80 mA
(alert limit)
Lock
10 to 14V
(alert limit)
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RX-Menu path:
Main/Bite
system
Parameter
Range
Normal
Details
6 Volt
5.0 to 7.0V
6.0V
5 Volt
4.5 to 5.5V
(alarm limit)
4.6 to 5.4V
(alert limit)
3.3 Volt
2.9 to 3.6V
(alarm limit)
3.0 to 3.5V
(alert limit)
AC
Present/Not
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Parameter
Details
PName
PID
Sno
SW MAJ
SW MIN
SW REL
HW VER
Rack
Uptime
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When the internal BITE (Built In Test Equipment) in the transmitter or the receiver units detects a
failure, the Alarm LED on the front panel of the unit will be lit. In addition the radio unit will signal
with an automatically generated SNMP trap message on the Ethernet interface and close the two
internal alarm relays to signal an alarm condition to external equipment.
Details about the alarm conditions are accessible in the Bite systems menu.
The Alarm and alert messages are available in two levels. First level indicates the module that has the
failure, if appropriate. The next level(s) gives more details about the problem that caused the alarm
condition.
The measurements that generate alarms are indicated by alarm limits in table 8.3.4.4 for the receiver
and table 8.2.4.4 for the transmitter
8.2 Alerts
Prior to some alarm conditions, and alert is sent as an SNMP trap message on Ethernet to the CMS
system. Details about the alert conditions are also accessible in the Bite systems menu for user
access levels: SysOp and Technician.
The measurements that generate alerts are indicated by alert limits in table 8.3.4.4 for the receiver
and table 8.2.4.4 for the transmitter
In the following (LRU) refers to the Lowest Replaceable Unit and is normally the first line
maintenance where the complete unit is replaced. (LRM) refers to the Lowest Replaceable Module
and is the module within the unit that can be replaced. The LRM level normally requires a well
equipped workshop with appropriate tools for testing and calibration.
Description
Press
Use
Select TX alarm
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The displays shows module(s) where the BITE system has detected failures.
To view more details about the failure, select module.
Table 9-1, Alarm indication, transmitter navigation
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TX alarm
(TX Alert)
PA Module
High SWR -> SWR reading higher than 1:3
Probable cause -> Mismatch or short in antenna system
Alarm action -> Check antenna/Antenna connectors/Antenna cable
Current -> Transmitter current is outside limits (see 7.2.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Defective output transistor
Alarm action -> Replace TX unit (LRU) or PA module (LRM)
28V, 12V, 5V, 3.3V, -5V -> Supply voltage is outside limits (see 7.2.4.4 for
details)
Probable cause -> Defective components on power regulator board
Alarm action -> Replace TX unit (LRU) or PA module (LRM)
PA output power error -> Output power is outside +/- 3dB limit off desired
output power set in the main menu.
Probable cause -> Defective PA module
Alarm action -> Replace TX unit (LRU) or PA module (LRM)
RF phase tune error -> Internal phase miss match in transmitter
Probable cause -> Defective components.
Alarm action -> Replace TX unit (LRU)
Figure 9-1, Transmitter PA module, errors and corrective actions
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TX alarm
(TX Alert)
Mod Module
LO level -> LO level is outside limits (se 7.2.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Defective synthesizer circuit/VCO/TCXO
Alarm action -> Replace TX unit (LRU) or Modulator module (LRM)
LO lock detect -> Synthesizer is out of lock (se 7.2.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Defective synthesizer circuit/VCO/TCXO
Alarm action -> Replace TX unit (LRU) or Modulator module (LRM)
Figure 9-2, Transmitter Modulator module, errors and corrective actions
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TX alarm
Forced Alarm -> Alarm manually set via main menu or CMS system for test
Probable cause -> Alarm testing or manually forcing a main/standby channel to
standby operation by setting main radio in alarm condition
Alarm action -> Revert alarm setting.
External Alarm -> Alarm signaled via IN_ALARM input at the RX connectors
Probable cause -> Co-located Receiver is turned OFF or in alarm condition
Alarm action -> Turn on or replace RX unit (LRU)
Figure 9-3, Transmitter Forced- and External alarms
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Description
Press
Use
The displays shows module(s) where the BITE system has detected failures.
To view more details about the failure, select module.
Table 9-2, Alarm indication, receiver navigation
RX Alarm
(Alert)
Power Module
Temperature -> Receiver temperature is outside limits (see 7.3.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Ambient temp. or component failure on the power module.
Alarm action -> Check Ambient temperature or replace RX unit (LRU) or Power
module (LRM)
Current -> Receiver current is outside limits (see 7.3.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Component failure in one of the modules (LRU).
Alarm action -> Replace RX unit (LRU), Power module, Main module or RF module
(LRM)
12V, 5V, 3.3V -> Supply voltage is outside limits (see 7.3.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Defective components or excessive power consumption
Alarm action -> Replace RX unit (LRU), Power module, Main module or RF module
(LRM)
Figure 9-4, Receiver Power module, errors and corrective actions
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RX Alarm
(Alert)
RF Module
LO level -> LO level is outside limits (see 7.3.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Defective synthesizer/VCO/TCXO
Alarm action -> Replace RX unit (LRU) or RF module (LRM)
LNA current -> LNA current is outside limits (see 7.3.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> LNA transistor defective due to RF overload
Alarm action -> Replace RX unit (LRU) or RF module (LRM)
IF current -> IF circuit current is outside limits (see 7.3.4.4 for details)
Probable cause -> Defective IF chip on the RF board
Alarm action -> Replace RX unit (LRU) or RF module (LRM)
Figure 9-5, Receiver RF module, errors and corrective actions
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RX Alarm
Forced Alarm -> Alarm manually set via main menu or CMS system for test
Probable cause -> Alarm testing or manually forcing a main/standby channel to
standby operation by setting main radio in alarm condition
Alarm action -> Revert alarm setting.
External Alarm -> Alarm signaled via IN_ALARM input at the REM connectors
Probable cause -> Co-located Transmitter is turned OFF or in alarm condition
Alarm action -> Turn ON or replace TX unit (LRU)
Figure 9-6, Receiver Forced- and External alarms
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9 Maintenance
9.1 Preventive Maintenance
Jotron have made suggestions for a preventive maintenance schedule based on customer
requirements. For details please refer to the Jotron Preventive maintenance procedure (Refer to
section 12).
9.2 PC utilities
The radios are accessible via IP and supports SNMP. This gives reading access to all of the parameters
in the radios. In addition most parameters may be set as well. To use the IP based utilities, the
service PC need to be configured within the same sub-network as the radios. See IP planning above
for details.
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9.2.2 MIB-browser
The MIB browser gives read access to all parameters in the radios, you can set most of them and you
can log parameter values over time. It has a higher user thrash hole that the Radio Controller client
and it is most suitable for qualified or especially interested maintenance personnel. Shareware
software, installed on a PC, may be used. In addition to the MIB browser software, you also need the
latest Jotron MIB database with information on the various parameters. The MIB browser is not
limited by routed networks like the Radio controller client is.
9.2.3 IP-Ping
Ping is a computer network administration utility used to test the reachability (IP connectivity) of a
host(radio) on an Internet Protocol (IP) network and to measure the round-trip time for messages
sent from the originating host(PC) to a destination hoste (radio). The results of the test are printed in
form of a statistical summary of the response packets received, including the minimum, maximum,
and the mean round-trip times.
Ping may be run using various options (command line switches) depending on the implementation
that enable special operational modes, such as to specify the packet size used as the probe,
automatic repeated operation for sending a specified count of probe-packages and more.
Ping is run from the CMD prompt on a Windows computer.
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10.5 Packaging
The transceiver sub-rack is packed i a cardboard box together with a plug kit and the Operation and
Installation manual on a CD.
Box dimensions: 475mm x 565mm x 230mm
Total weight: 10.7 kg
Jotron AS| TR7750: Operators handbook 9BDimension and weight
P/N: 84496 (v.E)
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11 Supporting documents
Document name
Preventive Maintenance Procedure, TR-77xx
and TR-3xxx with Accessories
TR77XXX
FIRMWARE UPGRADE PROCEDURE
TR77xx series TCP/IP REMOTE PROTOCOL
VDL Mode2 Protocol
Base stations
Remote Protocol description
Description
This document is a general suggestion of how
to perform preventive maintenance on Jotron
equipment.
This procedure describes how to update the
firmware for the TR77xx base station
units (RA and TA).
This document describes the TCP protocol used
in Jotron 7000 digital base stations
This document describes the VDL Mode2
communication protocol for the Jotron Air band
7000 digital base stations
This document describes Voice over IP (VoIP)
and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) protocols
for the Jotron 7000 digital base station family:
This document describes the RS485 and RS232
serial protocols and SNMP protocol used in
Jotron base stations
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