Pae Receiver Type t6r Maintenance Handbook PDF

ISSUE 1-2A
Maintenance Handbook
T6R VHF Receivers
ã Park Air Electronics 1999
Park Air Electronics

Northfields
Market Deeping
Peterborough
PE6 8UE
England
Telephone: +44 (0)1778 345434

Fax: +44 (0)1778 342877 PAE Part Number: 31-160000RX
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CONTENTS
Preliminary Pages
Title page
Contents (this list)
Warnings page
Amendment record
Modification record
List of abbreviations used in this handbook
Section 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
Section 2 - TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
Section 4 - VIRTUAL FRONT PANEL (VFP)
Section 5 - PARTS LIST
Section 6 - FIGURES
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WARNINGS
LETHAL VOLTAGES
Equipments in operational use contain lethal voltages and operations involving the removal of covers or
panels should only be undertaken by skilled personnel who are aware of the hazards involved.
CAUTION
ESDs
The equipment covered by this handbook contains electrostatic sensitive devices (ESDs). Observe
handling precautions to avoid static charges that may damage these devices.
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by Park Air Electronics or
parties authorized by Park Air Electronics could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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AMENDMENT RECORD
Amdt. Incorporated Date Brief Details ECN

By
1 Park Air Sep 03 Section 6, List of Figures, Fig 10 title amended. -
2A Park Air Nov 03 Section 6, List of Figures, drawing numbers added. -
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MODIFICATION RECORD
MOD No. Details Date
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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS HANDBOOK
ac alternating current
A/D analogue to digital
AGC audio gain control
AM amplitude modulation
BIT built-in test
D/A digital to analogue
dc direct current
dB decibel
dBm decibels relative to 1 mW
DSP digital signal processing
ETI elapsed time indicator
ESD electrostatic sensitive device
Hz hertz
I/O input/output
kHz kilohertz
LCD liquid crystal display
LED light emitting diode
MARC multi-access remote control system
MHz megahertz
mm millimetre
MSK minimum shift keying
PC personal computer
PCB printed circuit board
RF radio frequency
RSE remote site equipment
RSSI receiver signal strength indicator
VCO voltage controlled oscillator
VFP virtual front panel
VHF very high frequency
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Section 1 General Information
Paragraph
1 Introduction
5 Model part number
6 Operating frequency
7 Input supplies
8 Built-in test (BIT) indications
11 Configurations
INTRODUCTION
1 This handbook provides the maintenance personnel with sufficient information to maintain and
repair the T6R receiver to module level. It provides an overview of the internal architecture of the receiver
and describes the various replaceable modules, their function, part number and how to obtain
replacements. In particular it enables the user to:
o Conduct scheduled maintenance tasks including checking/setting the reference frequency

oscillator to compensate for long term ageing effects
o Identify any tools or test equipment required to maintain the receiver
o Use the Built-in test facilities to check receiver functionality and identify fault conditions to a
particular module
o Remove a receiver from service to dismantle and replace a faulty module
o Install the Virtual Front Panel (VFP) software into a PC
o Use the VFP to:
download all radio settings to a file that can be stored/printed for reference
change radio settings
copy settings from one radio to another
install new radio software
o Check a radio after repair and return it to service.
2 A user guide (PAE part number 31-360000RX) is also available. The user guide describes the T6R
receiver and gives complete installation and setting up procedures.
3 Included with the maintenance handbook is a CD-ROM, containing the VFP software and the latest
operating and fill software, and a lead for connecting the radio to a Personal Computer (PC). The radio
software enables the original software to be re-loaded if the receiver's Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
module is ever replaced.
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4 The maintenance handbook, lead and software is sold as a T6R maintenance kit part number
70-6100MKIT.
Note ...
Both the maintenance handbook and user guide are available on CD-ROM. Contact PAE for
details.
MODEL PART NUMBER
5 The part number for the T6R receiver is: B6100
OPERATING FREQUENCY
6 The receiver’s operating frequency is determined by the synthesiser circuit in the Rx RF module and
can be changed by the user through the front panel, through the VFP or through an associated MARC
system (or compatible control and data system). Details of how to change the operating frequency are
contained in the T6R Receiver User Guide, Section 4 of this handbook (VFP) and the MARC User Guide
(MARC).
INPUT SUPPLIES
7 The receiver can be operated from standard ac input supplies, or from a low voltage dc supply (refer
to the User Guide for specification). Both ac and dc input supplies can be connected to the equipment.
When both ac and dc supplies are connected, operation from the ac supply takes priority; automatic
change-over to the dc supply will occur if the ac supply fails. On restoration of the ac supply, the
equipment reverts to ac operation.
BUILT-IN TEST (BIT) INDICATIONS
8 The receiver continuously self monitors key internal parameters without affecting normal operation.
If a BIT fault is detected, the front panel Alarm indicator lights, the Ready indicator becomes unlit, and the
receiver becomes inoperable.
9 Apart from continuous monitoring, an interruptive BIT test can be initiated locally at the front panel,
or remotely. Certain parameters are monitored when a noise signal is injected into the receiver's
circuitry.
10 The results of continuous monitoring, and of interruptive testing, are available at the front panel LCD
and, if connected, the VFP. When the receiver is used with a MARC system (or other compatible data
and control system) the results are also sent, in the form of a data message, to the monitoring facility.
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CONFIGURATIONS
11 The connectors used to configure the receiver depend on the required operating mode. The
purpose of each connector is described in the following text:
Antenna Connector Used in all operating modes to connect the 50 ohm antenna feeder
cable.
Headset/Diagnostics This is a dual purpose connector. A headset can be connected to enable

Connector local AM-voice operation.
Alternatively, a PC can be connected to allow use of the VFP, to set the
receiver's operational settings, or to download new software.
Reference Connector Used in all operating modes to check and reset the receiver's reference
frequency.
Facilities Connector Used primarily to connect remote signals when using AM-voice mode
and the receiver does not form part of a MARC system.
Some auxiliary signals available at this connector, for example the
24 volt (nominal) unregulated output supply, can be utilized irrespective
of the operating mode.
MARC Port The MARC port is used to connect remote signals when the receiver
forms part of a MARC system, or other compatible control and data
system.
Computer Port The computer port is used in digital communication modes to connect
the receiver to a control computer.
12 See Section 2 for external connector details.
T6R Receiver Computer

Port
Antenna
MARC
Connector
Port
Facilities
Reference Connector
Headset/Diagnostics
Connector
Connector
T6R Receiver Configuration
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Section 2 Technical Description
Paragraph
1 INTRODUCTION
4 MODULES AND ASSEMBLIES
7 DSP module
8 Central processor
9 Digital signal processing
10 Programmable gate array
11 Speech coding/decoding
12 Computer interface
13 Serial remote control/data port
14 Facilities port
15 Front panel interface
16 Analogue control interfaces
18 Digital control interfaces
19 Rx RF module
20 RF converter
22 IF filter/converter
25 Synthesiser
28 BIT
29 Front panel module
30 LCD module
31 Rotary encoded switch
32 Indicators
33 Loudspeaker amplifier
34 Front panel connections
35 Receiver power supply modules
EXTERNAL CONNECTORS AND FUSES
39 External connectors
40 Reference connector
41 Headset/diagnostics connector
43 Facilities connector CN5
45 MARC port CN6
46 Computer port CN7
47 AC input connector
48 DC input connector
49 External Fuses
Table Page
1 Facilities port connections 4

2 Digital I/O signals 5
3 Microphone/headset connections 9
4 Diagnostic PC connections 9
5 Facilities connector CN5 pin-out 10
6 MARC connector CN6 pin-out 11
7 Computer port CN7 pin-out 12
8 Input ac fuse rating 13
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INTRODUCTION
1 This section describes the modules and assemblies that comprise the T6R receiver and details the
equipment’s connectors. Designed for rack mounting in a standard 19 inch rack the unit operates from
standard 120/240 V ac supplies with automatic changeover to 28 V dc in the event of mains failure. The
majority of user connections are made through rear mounted connectors.
2 A front panel connector is used for the connection of a headset for local operation or for the
connection of a PC for Virtual Front Panel (VFP) control. Operational settings are configured at the front
panel, through the VFP, or through an associated MARC system (or compatible control and data
system). At the receiver, operational settings are selected and displayed using the front panel
Scroll/Select switch and the LCD.
3 The receiver is housed in a sheet metal chassis with top and bottom lids. Two compartments (top
and bottom) contain most modules and assemblies with front and rear panels straddling the
compartments.
MODULES AND ASSEMBLIES
4 The receiver comprises the following replaceable modules and assemblies:
o DSP module
o Rx RF module
o Front panel module
o PSU module
o Power supply regulator module.
5 The interconnection of the modules and assemblies is shown in Fig. 3.
6 A brief functional description for each module and assembly is given in the following paragraphs.
Reference should be made to Fig. 2 when reading these descriptions.
DSP MODULE
7 The DSP module provides the receiver user interfaces and performs message formatting,
demodulation and control functions for the receiver. Mounted on the module are the 'rear panel' Facilities
connector CN5, MARC connector CN6 and Computer port CN7 (see Fig. 3 for pin-out detail). The
module comprises the following functional entities:
Central Processor
8 Core control of the equipment is provided by a Hitachi Super H 16-bit RISC processor with both
internal and external ROM and RAM. The internal ROM is factory programmed with a basic ‘boot loader’
application; the main application code is held in external FLASH EPROM. This arrangement allows new
application software to be downloaded via a serial port. Configuration and calibration data is held in
external serial EEPROM. A supply voltage supervisor provides a reliable power up/power down reset
signal.
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Digital Signal Processing
9 The Super H processor is supported by two Analogue Devices 2171 DSP microprocessors
providing the computational power required to implement the demodulation algorithms.
Programmable Gate Array
10 Circuit functions are register mapped into the Super H address space using a Xilinx FPGA. This
allows the hardware configuration to be altered or upgraded by downloading new firmware.
Speech Coding/Decoding
11 The A/D and D/A functions required to interface the digital processing to the analogue lines are
provided by an A Law speech CODEC. Audio output is used to drive a front panel connected headset or
loudspeaker. Audio is also routed out via the Facilities port.
Computer Interface
12 Two RS422 full duplex synchronous serial ports, using HDLC protocol, provide the interface to an
external computer for use in digital modulation modes. A set of four input lines and four output lines,
operating at RS232 voltage levels, are also provided to allow a receiver to be linked to a transmitter to
form a base station.
Serial Remote Control/Data Port
13 An RS422 asynchronous serial port provides a link into a MARC system. The line connections on
the Facilities port are duplicated here for ease of connection to a Remote Site Equipment (RSE 2), part of
a MARC system.
Facilities Port
14 A number of inputs and outputs are provided via the Facilities port. These include the balanced
audio, tape output, unregulated supply and 0 V connections. The inputs and outputs are shown in
Table 1 (see also Table 5 on Page 10 for full pin-out of Facilities connector CN5).
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Table 1 Facilities Port Connections
Inputs: Outputs:
Line out (+)
Squelch Defeat
Line out (-)
Rx Disable
Squelch Common
Bit Interruptive Test
Squelch
RSSI
Ready
Tape Output
Unregulated Supply
Squelch output
Front Panel Interface
15 An 8-bit data bus and associated control signals are provided to drive the Front Panel LCD module
with separate lines also provided to drive the LEDs and to read the rotary encoder. An RS232
asynchronous serial port provides the diagnostics link.
Analogue Control Interfaces
16 To interface to the Rx RF module and Facilities port, D/A and A/D converters are employed. D/A
outputs from the DSP module are as follows:
o IF AGC (Rx RF module)
o RF AGC (Rx RF module)
o Frequency trim (Rx RF module)
o RSSI (Facilities port)
17 The A/D input to the DSP module is from the Rx RF module and is as follows:
o IF
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Digital Control Interfaces
18 To interface to the Rx RF module, digital I/O signals, as shown in Table 2, are used.
Table 2 Digital I/O Signals
Outputs Inputs
Filter Value (5 bits) BIT Synth Lock
Narrow/Wide 8.33 (Rx RF)
BIT Control (3 bits) Tx/Rx Detect
Power Down
Synth Control (4 bits)
RX RF MODULE
19 This module combines a synthesiser, an RF converter and an IF filter/converter onto one PCB.
RF Converter
20 The RF Converter section converts the RF input signal down to the IF frequency. Two digitally tuned
filters are integrated into the PCB. These filters are controlled by 5 data lines from the DSP module.
21 The RF input is initially passed through an RF AGC attenuator controlled by an analogue signal
(RF AGC) from the DSP module.
IF Filter/Converter
22 The input to the IF filter/converter is provided from the RF Converter section of this module. The IF
filter/converter circuits provide filtering of the 1st IF signal (21.4 MHz) which is then converted to a 2nd IF
signal (450 kHz). The 2nd IF signal is then demodulated by the DSP module.
23 The main channel selectivity is provided by the crystal filter on the IF filter/converter. Separate
crystal filters are used for 8.33 kHz channel spacing and 25 kHz channel spacing. These are
automatically switched in accordance with the channel spacing selected using the narrow/wide control
line.
24 In addition to the filter/converter circuits this section of the module also has IF AGC amplifiers
controlled by an analogue signal (IF AGC) from the DSP module.
Synthesiser
25 This section provides the mixing frequencies required for the RF and IF conversion stages.
26 The synthesiser essentially consists of a 20.95 MHz reference frequency oscillator, a single loop
filter, a VCO and a frequency divider. The 20.95 MHz reference is used in the IF stage and the VCO
output in the RF stage. The frequency divider is controlled by 3 serial lines from the DSP module. An
analogue input (Frequency Trim) from the DSP module allows the reference oscillator to be trimmed.
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27 A BIT output signal (BIT Synth Lock) is provided when the synthesiser is in lock.
BIT
28 The Rx RF module is able to provide a module interruptive BIT to determine if it is at fault. This is
done by injecting a noise signal, controlled by the DSP module via the BIT Control line, into the front end
of the RF conversion stage, after the RF AGC. The RF AGC is held low during this test to prevent
antenna radiation. The noise source is a broadband VHF oscillator on the Rx RF module. The noise
signal should pass through the RF and IF conversion stages to be demodulated by the DSP module as
would a real signal.
FRONT PANEL MODULE
29 The Front Panel module consists of the following elements:
LCD Module
30 A 16 character by 4 lines liquid crystal display module with backlight displays the radio menu
system. It is controlled by an 8-bit data bus from the DSP module accompanied by 3 control lines (a
separate control line is used to switch the backlight on and off).
Rotary Encoded Switch
31 A rotary switch provides two quadrature outputs that indicate when the switch knob is being rotated
and in which direction. A third output is active when the switch knob is pushed in.
Indicators
32 Four LED indicators, RECEIVE, ALARM, READY and STANDBY, are provided. These are
individually controlled by 4 lines from the DSP module.
Loudspeaker Amplifier
33 An audio amplifier is provided which accepts an input signal from the DSP module and provides
output to drive a loudspeaker.
Front Panel Connections
34 The Front Panel module is used to mount the Reference Frequency and Microphone,
Headset/Diagnostics connectors onto the front panel. Their associated signals are simply routed through
the module to their required destinations. Table 3 on page 9 shows the Microphone/Headset connections
and Table 4 on Page 9, the Diagnostic PC connections.
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RECEIVER POWER SUPPLY MODULES
35 The power supply is to run off ac mains or dc backup. If ac is present then it is used as the power
source and an ac detect output is asserted. If ac is not present then the input source is automatically
switched to dc. If dc is present then a dc detect output is asserted.
36 The ac derived supply is provided by a proprietary switched mode power supply (PSU module). A
regulator module provides the ac/dc change-over, on/off switch connection and supply regulation.
37 A low voltage on/off switch is fitted to the receiver’s rear panel. The switch operates relays that
isolate the dc supply and output from the ac rectifier. When the switch is in the on position, the power
supply outputs are switched through to the receiver’s circuitry. Note that with the switch in the off position
power is still applied to the receiver but not switched through to the receiver’s circuitry.
38 The power supply dc outputs are as follows:
+5 V
+15 V
-15 V
Unregulated dc (nominally 28 V).
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EXTERNAL CONNECTORS AND FUSES
EXTERNAL CONNECTORS
39 This sub-section describes the external connectors fitted to the receiver. These connectors are:
o Reference connector
o Headset/diagnostics connector
o CN5 Facilities rear panel connector
o CN6 MARC rear panel connector
o CN7 Computer rear panel connector
o ac input connector
o dc input connector.
Reference Connector
40 This is an SMB jack socket that allows a high impedance frequency counter to monitor the receiver's
reference frequency. This connector is used only for maintenance purposes. The instructions for
checking and adjusting the reference frequency are given in Section 3.
Headset/Diagnostics Connector
41 The headset/diagnostics connector is a dual purpose connector that allows either a headset or a PC
to be connected to the receiver. The connector is a 7-pin self locking DIN socket.
42 A headset can be fitted to this connector to enable the receiver to be operated in AM local mode. The
connections are detailed in Table 3. A personal computer (PC) can also be connected to allow the VFP
to be displayed. Using the VFP is detailed in Section 4 of this handbook. The connections at the receiver
are shown in Table 4.
Headset/Diagnostics
Connector Pin-Out
(Front View)
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Table 3 Microphone/Headset Connections
Headset/Diagnostics
Signal Notes
Connector Pin Number
1 Ground 0 volt.
5 Headset drive Maximum = 3 volt peak-to-peak.

200 ohm output impedance.
Table 4 Diagnostics PC Connections
Headset/Diagnostics
Signal Notes
Connector Pin Number
2 Transmit data RS232
4 Receive data RS232
7 Ground 0 volt
Facilities Connector CN5
43 A 15-way D-type socket used primarily to connect remote signals when the receiver operates in
AM-voice mode and does not form part of a MARC (or similar) system. The pin-out of this connector is
given in Table 5.
44 Apart from allowing connection of remote signals, this connector makes some auxiliary signals
available to the user. For example, a 24 volt (nominal) unregulated output supply. The auxiliary signals
can be employed by the user as and when required, irrespective of the operating mode.
Facilities connector CN5 as seen when looking at the rear panel.

Connections should be made using a 15-way D-type plug, PAE part
number: 20-01150100 (plug), and 20-09150101 (cover).
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Table 5 Facilities Connector CN5 Pin-Out
Pin Signal Name Description

Number
1 Ground 0 volt.
2 Line Out (+) Pins 2 and 3 are a 600 ohm balanced audio output. The output
3 Line Out (-) level is adjustable between -30 dBm and 0 dBm.
4 Squelch Defeat An input signal to the receiver that, when active, disables the
receiver's squelch circuits. This is a TTL input pulled-up to
5 V. The active polarity is set from the front panel.
5 Squelch Relay Common Pins 5 and 6 are a relay circuit that operates when a signal,
6 Squelch Relay Output above the squelch threshold, is received. This circuit can
switch voltages in the range -50 to +50 V (100 mA maximum)
and can be configured, at the front panel, to be normally open
or normally closed. Note that the configuration follows the
polarity of the squelch indication signal (see the T6R User
Guide for more detail).
7 Squelch Indication This grounding output, when active, indicates a signal above
the squelch threshold is being received. The active polarity is
set from the front panel.
8 Ground 0 volt.
9 Unregulated Supply A dc output supply between 21.6 and 32 volt (nominally

24 volt). The supply is fused at 500 mA.
10 Rx Disable An input signal that, when active, disables the receiver's audio
output. When a receiver is configured with an associated
transmitter to form a base station, this signal can be used to disable
the receiver's audio output when the transmitter is keyed. This is a
TTL input pulled-up to 5 V. The active polarity is set from the front
panel.
11 BIT Interruptive Test An input signal that initiates a BIT interruptive test. This is a
TTL input pulled-up to 5 V. The active polarity of this signal is
set from the front panel. The input signal must be active for a
minimum of 300 ms; the signal cannot then be activated again
for at least 3 seconds.
12 RSSI An analogue Receiver Signal Strength Indication that varies

between 0 volt and 10 volt. For a received signal of 1 m V the
output is less than 2 volts. For a received signal of 100 m V the
output is greater than 6 volts. The output impedance is 10 ohm.
RSSI can be used to provide relative indications when two
receivers are configured as a main and standby pair, when using
receiver voting, or when associated transmitter field strength
monitoring is required.
13 Ready Output This output is active when the radio is ready to receive and no
faults have been detected by the BIT circuitry. It is a grounding
output. The active polarity is set from the front panel.
14 Tape Output An audio output for connection to a recording system. The

output is nominally -10 dBm into 100 ohm.
15 Not Used -
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MARC Port CN6
45 A 9-way D-type socket used to connect remote signals to a MARC system or other compatible
control and data system. The pin-out of this connector is given in Table 6.
MARC connector CN6 as seen when looking at the rear panel.

Connections should be made using a 9-way D-type plug, PAE part
number: 20-01090100 (plug), and 20-09090101 (cover).
Table 6 MARC Connector CN6 Pin-Out
Pin Signal Name Description

Number
1 Ground 0 volt.
2 Line Out (+) Pins 2 and 3 are a 600 ohm balanced audio output. The
output level is adjustable between -30 and 0 dBm.
3 Line Out (-) (These pins are wired internally to the Facilities connector
pins 2 and 3)
4 Squelch Indication This output, when active, indicates a signal above the
squelch threshold is being received. The active polarity is
set from the front panel.
(This pin is wired internally to the Facilities connector pin 7)
5 Unregulated Supply A dc output supply (nominally 24 volt). The supply, which is

fused at 500 mA, is used as the power source for the MARC
RSE 2 equipment.
6 Data In (+) RS422 data line.
7 Data In (-) RS422 data line.
8 Data Out (+) RS422 data line.
9 Data Out (-) RS422 data line.
Computer Port CN7
46 A 25-way D-type socket used to connect the receiver to a control computer when the receiver is
operated in digital communication modes. The pin-out of this connector is given in Table 7.
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Computer port CN7 as seen when looking at the rear panel.
Connections should be made using a 25-way D-type plug, PAE
part number: 20-01250100 (plug), and 20-09250101 (cover).
Table 7 Computer Port CN7 Pin-Out
CN7 Pin Number Signal Name Level Input or Output
1 Ground 0 volt -
2 Serial 0 TXA RS422 Output
3 Serial 0 TXB RS422 Output
4 Serial 0 RXA RS422 Input
5 Serial 0 RXB RS422 Input
6 Serial 0 CLA RS422 Output
7 Serial 0 CLB RS422 Output
8 Serial 1 TXA RS422 Output
9 Serial 1 TXB RS422 Output
10 Serial 1 RXA RS422 Input
11 Serial 1 RXB RS422 Input
12 Serial 1 CLA RS422 Output
13 Serial 1 CLB RS422 Output
14 Input A RS232 Input
15 Input B RS232 Input
16 Input C RS232 Input
17 Input D RS232 Input
18 Output A RS232 Output
19 Output B RS232 Output
20 Output C RS232 Output
21 Output D RS232 Output
22 Ground 0 volt -
23 Not used - -
24 Not used - -
25 Not used - -
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AC Input Connector
47 A 3-pole IEC chassis plug for connecting the ac input supply. The plug has an integral 20 mm fuse
(F2) that protects the Line (L) input circuit. The fuse is rated at 3.15 amps (see Section 5 for further
detail).
AC Connector
DC Input Connector
48 A 3-pole chassis plug for connecting the dc input supply. Connector pins are detailed in the following
diagram:
DC Connector
EXTERNAL FUSES
49 Two external fuses are fitted to the receiver, F1 and F2. Fuse F1 protects the dc input positive
supply circuit. It is a size 0 fuse rated at 3 amps. The PAE part number of the fuse is: 29-11100202.
50 Fuse F2 protects the ac input positive supply circuit. The fuse is integral to the ac power plug (see AC
connector diagram). Details of the correct fuse for different ac mains inputs are detailed in Table 8.
Table 8 Input AC Fuse Rating
Mains Input Supply Fuse PAE Part Number
110/120 V T3.15A UL 29-01470102S
220/230/240 V T3.15A 250 V IEC 127 HBC 29C01100102S
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Section 3 Maintenance
Paragraph
1 Introduction
4 Tools, materials and test equipment required
5 SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE
6 Schedule maintenance procedure
7 Cleaning the equipment
8 Security of external connections
9 Setting the receiver’s internal reference frequency
10 To initiate an interruptive BIT test
11 ac and dc change-over check
DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
12 Introduction
14 Top cover
15 Removing and refitting the DSP module
16 Removal
18 Refitting
19 Removing and refitting the PSU Regulator module
20 Removal
21 Refitting
22 Removing and refitting the power supply unit (PSU)
23 Removal
24 Refitting
25 Bottom cover
26 Removing and refitting the Rx RF module
27 Removal
28 Refitting
29 Removing and refitting the front panel assembly PCB
30 Removal
31 Refitting
FAULT DIAGNOSIS
32 Procedure
39 Corrective action
40 BIT inoperative
Table Page
1 Non-BIT fault finding guide 17
WARNINGS ...
(1) THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS SECTION INVOLVE CARRYING OUT PROCEDURES

WITH LETHAL VOLTAGES CONNECTED TO THE RECEIVER. THE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS SECTION MUST BE CARRIED OUT ONLY BY SUITABLY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
(2) WHEN AN AC SUPPLY IS CONNECTED, LETHAL VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT WITHIN

THE RECEIVER. CARE MUST BE TAKEN BY PERSONNEL TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL
CONTACT WITH EXPOSED CIRCUITRY DURING MAINTENANCE OR ALIGNMENT
PROCEDURES.
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(3) WHEN THE POWER SWITCH IS SET TO THE OFF POSITION, LETHAL VOLTAGES
ARE STILL PRESENT IN THE RECEIVER'S INTERNAL POWER SUPPLY
CIRCUITRY. TO ENSURE SAFE WORKING, THE AC AND DC INPUT SUPPLIES
MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE RECEIVER.
CAUTIONS ...
(1) This equipment contains static sensitive devices. The correct handling precautions
must be observed to avoid static charges that may damage these devices. Failure to
do so can cause irreparable damage to devices.
INTRODUCTION
1 This section covers maintenance tasks that include schedule maintenance, dismantling and
assembly instructions and fault finding. Due to the complexity of most modules the recommended policy
is repair by replacement (see section 5 for spare parts listing). A faulty module may be traced by aid of
the front panel LCD and Scroll/Select control; VFP or MARC.
Note ...
Access to a PC and the maintenance kit (PAE part number 70-6100MKIT) is essential when fitting
spares.
2 During all maintenance tasks the warnings and cautions given in this section should strictly be
adhered to.
3 For maintenance purposes and loading new software, a Virtual Front Panel (VFP) is used. The VFP
is a standard PC loaded with a bespoke software package for carrying out these tasks. The VFP
software varies in accordance with the mode in which the radio is configured (AM-voice or one of the
digital modes). Separate VFP operational instructions for each mode (when available) will be included in
section 4 of this handbook.
TOOLS, MATERIALS AND TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
4 The following tools, materials and test equipment should be made available to complete the
maintenance tasks described in this section:
o Maintenance Kit (PAE part number o General Purpose Multimeter.

70-6100MKIT).
o Camel Hair Brush.
o Personal Computer (PC)
o Clean Lint-free Cloths.
o General Purpose Toolkit (including a
1.5 mm Allen Key). o Frequency Counter.
o 6BA Nut Spinner.
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
5 PAE recommends that this is carried out at twelve-monthly intervals. Schedule maintenance
comprises:
o Ensuring the equipment is clean (see Paragraph 7).
o Ensuring that the external connectors are securely fitted to the receiver (see Paragraph 8).
o Checking and resetting (if required) the receiver's frequency standard (see Paragraph 9).
o Performing a BIT interruptive test (see Paragraph 10).
o Performing an ac and dc change-over check (see Paragraph 11).
SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
6 The procedure, detailed in the following paragraphs, should be followed when carrying out schedule
maintenance.
Cleaning the Equipment
7 Remove all dust and dirt from the equipment's exterior using the cleaning cloths and camel hair
brush. Clean the front panel indicators and LCD face.
Security of External Connections
8 Check all external connections are secure and free from damage.
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Setting the Receiver’s Internal Reference Frequency
9 Use the following procedure to set the receiver’s internal reference frequency. Note that references
to the switch in the procedure mean the Scroll/Select switch.
a. Connect a high impedance frequency counter to the front panel Reference connector.
b. From the Main screen, press the switch to F r e q u e n c y

display the Options menu. Turn the switch
until Configure is highlighted. Press the C h a n n e l
switch. C o n f i g u r e
B I T E x i t
c. Ensure the Configure menu is displayed. S e t t i n g s

Turn the switch until Settings is highlighted, S / W V e r s i o n s
then press the switch.
S t a n d b y
B a c k E x i t
d. Check that the Settings menu is displayed M o d e

and turn the switch until Reference Freq is
R e f e r e n c e F r e q
highlighted. Press the switch.
D i s p l a y
> >
e. Ensure the Reference menu is displayed and

R e f F r e q 5 0 . 0 %
that Ref Freq is highlighted. Press the
switch.
C a n c e l O K
f. Turn the switch clockwise or anti-clockwise until the frequency counter reads 20.950000 MHz
±10 Hz, then press the switch.
g. Turn the switch clockwise until OK is highlighted, then press the switch. You are returned to the
Function menu. Turn the switch clockwise until Exit is highlighted, then press the switch. You are
returned to the Main screen.
h. Disconnect the frequency counter.
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To Initiate an Interruptive BIT Test
10 Use the following procedure to initiate an interruptive BIT test from the receiver’s front panel. Note
that references to the switch in the procedure mean the Scroll/Select switch.
a. From the main screen, press the switch to F r e q u e n c y

until BIT is highlighted. Press the switch. C h a n n e l
C o n f i g u r e
B I T E x i t
b. Ensure the BIT menu is displayed. Turn the B I T I n i t i a t e

switch until BIT Initiate is highlighted, then
press the switch. B I T V i e w
E T I h h h h h : m m
B a c k E x i t
c. During the test, which takes approximately

two seconds, the testing screen is
displayed. At the end of testing the BIT View T e s t i n g
menu will be displayed. If a fault is found the P l e a s e W a i t
front panel Alarm indicator will also be lit
(see Fault Diagnosis sub-section, Page 14).
ac and dc Change-over Check
11 If both ac and dc input supplies are connected to the receiver, carry out the following check:
a. Confirm that both ac and dc supplies are connected to the receiver. Ensure that the rear panel
POWER switch is set to the I (on) position.
b. Confirm that the front panel READY indicator is lit, the LCD is illuminated, and the receiver is
operational.
c. Switch off the ac supply from its source.
d. Check that the receiver continues to operate correctly from the dc supply.
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DISMANTLING AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
12 This sub-section provides the user with detailed instructions on the removal and replacement of
modules and assemblies. Access to a PC and the maintenance kit (PAE part number 70-6100MKIT) is
essential when carrying out these instructions.
13 The receiver’s modules and assemblies are accessed by removing the top and bottom covers. Both
the top and bottom covers are secured by 13 captive screws. To remove a module from the receiver,
follow the instructions detailed in the following paragraphs (see Section 6, Fig. 4 for module locations
when covers are removed).
CAUTIONS ...
(1) When removing or refitting modules, observe anti-static handling precautions.
(2) Do not change any potentiometer or trimmer settings. These have been set using specialist
equipment.
(3) The receiver uses the following Molex KK connectors:
CN7 on the Power Supply Regulator module
CN3 on the Front Panel PCB
To remove KK type connectors:
a. Free the locking mechanism on the connector by moving one side of the connector up,
then move the other side up (see the following diagram). The upward motion should only
be as far as needed to free the locking mechanism.
b. DO NOT pull the cable to free the connector
c. Note that KK type connectors are designed to be removed in this manner to free the
locking mechanism. Do not use this procedure with non-KK type connectors as damage
to the connector may occur.
Lift 1 Lift 2
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TOP COVER
14 To remove the top cover, locate and unscrew the 13 captive fasteners securing the top cover to the
mainframe. Access can then be gained to the following modules:
o DSP module
o Power Supply Unit (PSU) module
o PSU Regulator module.
REMOVING AND REFITTING THE DSP MODULE
15 The DSP module is located as shown in Section 6, Fig. 4. A module removal diagram is shown in
Fig. 5.
Removal
16 Before attempting to remove the DSP module, and if possible, save the equipment settings. To
achieve this connect a PC, with the VFP software loaded, to the radio. With the VFP software active, use
the VFP Equipment Profiles screen to upload the radio settings to a specified file.
17 Ensure that the receiver power is switched off at the rear mounted POWER switch and the receiver
is isolated from the ac and/or dc input supplies. Then proceed as follows:
a. Remove the receiver’s top cover (see Paragraph 14).
b. Locate the DSP module and disconnect the following connectors:
CN1 40-way connector (40-way ribbon cable from Rx RF module)
CN3 14-way connector (14-way ribbon cable from PSU Regulator module)
CN4 34-way connector (34-way ribbon cable from Front Panel module)
CN2 SMB connector (from Rx RF module)
c. Gain access to the rear of the receiver. Using a 6BA nut spinner tool, remove the six 8 mm
UNC screws that secure the DSP module interface connectors CN7, CN5 and CN6 to the rear
panel.
d. Remove the seven M3 x 8 mm captive washer screws that secure the module to the receiver’s
mainframe.
e. Remove the module from the chassis.
Refitting
18 To refit the DSP module, proceed as follows:
a. Place the module in position. Ensure no wires are trapped by the module.
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b. Ensure the module’s interface connectors CN7, CN5 and CN6 are located correctly and
are aligned with the screw holes in the rear panel; do not secure them at this time.
c. Fit the seven M3 x 8 captive washer screws that secure the module to the receiver’s
mainframe.
d. Using a nut spinner tool, secure the interface connectors CN7, CN5 and CN6 with the six
screwloc 8 mm 40 UNC screws removed during the removal procedure.
e. Refit the following connectors to the module:
CN1 40-way connector (40-way ribbon cable from Rx RF module)
CN4 34-way connector (34-way ribbon cable from Front Panel module)
CN2 SMB connector (from Rx RF module).
f. Re-establish the ac and/or dc supplies.
g. Switch power on at the radio using the rear mounted POWER switch.
h. Ensure the front panel READY indicator is lit and the ALARM indicator is unlit.
i. Carry out a BIT interruptive test as detailed in the Schedule Maintenance sub-section, page 5.
j. If a new module has been fitted, connect the VFP PC to the radio (if not already connected).
Note that any module sent from PAE as a spare will be programmed with the latest operating
and Fill software. [Alternatively the original operating and Fill software can be loaded from the
CD-ROM supplied with the original maintenance kit. This will require using the VFP PROGRAM
function accessed through the Settings screen to load the original software (see Section 4 for
details)].
k. Configure the radio using the VFP Equipment Profiles screen. This may be done by entering the
required settings by hand or downloading them from file. Once entered, ensure the required
settings appear in the Settings column of the VFP Equipment Profiles screen (note that the
radio configuration settings can also be entered via the front panel).
l. Remove the VFP connector and switch power off at the receiver using the rear mounted
POWER switch. Isolate the receiver from the ac and/or dc supplies.
m. Refit the receiver’s top cover. The receiver can now be returned to service.
REMOVING AND REFITTING THE PSU REGULATOR MODULE
19 The PSU Regulator module is located as shown in Section 6, Fig .4. A module removal diagram is
shown in Fig. 6.
Removal
20 Before attempting to remove the PSU Regulator module, ensure that the receiver power is switched
off at the rear mounted POWER switch and the receiver is isolated from the ac and/or dc input supplies.
Then proceed as follows:
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b. Locate the PSU Regulator module and disconnect the following connectors:
CN4 14-way connector (14-way ribbon cable to DSP module)
CN5 10-way connector (10-way ribbon cable to Rx RF module)
CN2 2-way connector (2 wire cable from dc input connector on rear panel)
CN1 4-way connector (2 wire cable from power supply)
CN7 2-way connector (2-wire loom to rear panel On/Off switch), refer to Caution (3) following
Paragraph 13.
c. Remove the five M3 x 8 mm captive washer screws that secure the module to the receiver’s
mainframe.
d. Remove the module from the chassis.
Refitting
21 To refit the PSU Regulator module, proceed as follows:
a. Locate the module in position. Ensure no wires are trapped by the module.
b. Secure the module to the receiver’s mainframe using the five M3 x 8 mm captive washer
screws removed during the removal procedure.
c. Connect the following connectors:
CN7 2-way connector (2-wire cable to rear panel On/Off switch)
CN1 4-way connector (2-wire cable from power supply)
CN2 2-way connector (2-wire cable from dc input connector on rear panel)
CN4 14-way connector (14-way ribbon cable to DSP module)
CN5 10-way connector (10-way ribbon cable to Rx RF module).
d. Re-establish the ac and/or dc supplies.
e. Switch power on at the radio using the rear mounted POWER switch.
f. Ensure the front panel READY indicator is lit and the ALARM indicator is unlit.
g. Carry out a BIT interruptive test as detailed in the Schedule Maintenance sub-section, Page 5.
h. Isolate the receiver from the ac and/or dc supplies.
i. Refit the receiver’s top cover. The receiver can now be returned to service.
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REMOVING AND REFITTING THE POWER SUPPLY UNIT (PSU)
22 The Power Supply Unit (PSU) is located as shown in Section 6, Fig. 4. A module removal diagram
is shown in Fig. 7.
Removal
23 Before attempting to remove the PSU, ensure that the receiver power is switched off at the rear
mounted POWER switch and the receiver is isolated from the ac and/or dc input supplies. Then proceed
as follows:
b. Disconnect the following connectors:
CN2 4-way connector (2-wire loom from PSU Regulator module)
CN1 5-way connector (1- wire from chassis, 2-wire loom from fuse/ac filter)
c. Remove the tie-wraps securing the red and black wires to the perforated cover of the PSU.
d. Remove the three M3 full nuts that secure the module to the receiver’s mainframe.
e. Remove the module from the chassis.
Refitting
24 To refit the PSU, proceed as follows:
a. Locate the module in position. Ensure no wires are trapped by the module.
b. Secure the module to the receiver’s mainframe using the three M3 nuts removed during the
removal procedure.
c. Connect the following connectors:
CN1 5-way connector (1-wire from chassis, 2-wire loom from fuse/ac filter)
CN2 4-way connector (2-wire loom from PSU Regulator module)
d. Secure the red and black wires (2-wire loom from PSU Regulator module) to the perforated
cover of the PSU.
e. Re-establish the ac and/or dc supplies.
f. Switch power on at the radio using the rear mounted POWER switch.
g. Ensure the front panel READY indicator is lit and the ALARM indicator is unlit.
h. Carry out a BIT interruptive test as detailed in the Schedule Maintenance sub-section, Page 5.
i. Isolate the receiver from the ac and/or dc supplies.
j. Refit the receiver’s top cover. The receiver can now be returned to service.
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BOTTOM COVER
25 To remove the bottom cover, locate and unscrew the 13 captive screws securing the bottom cover
to the mainframe. Access can then be gained to the Rx RF module.
REMOVING AND REFITTING THE RX RF MODULE
26 The Rx RF module is located as shown in Section 6, Fig. 4. A module removal diagram is shown in
Fig. 8.
Removal
27 Before attempting to remove the Rx RF module, ensure that the receiver power is switched off at the
rear mounted POWER switch and the receiver is isolated from the ac and/or dc input supplies. Then
proceed as follows:
a. Remove the receiver’s bottom cover (see Paragraph 25).
b. Locate the module and disconnect the following connectors:
CN3 40-way connector (40-way ribbon cable from DSP module)
CN2 SMB connector (from DSP module)
c. From the rear of the receiver remove the two M3 x 8 mm captive washer screws that secure the
antenna connector (CN4) to the rear panel.
d. Remove the seven M3 x 8 mm captive washer screws that secure the module to the receiver’s
mainframe.
e. Remove the module, with antenna connector attached, from the chassis.
Refitting
28 To refit the Rx RF module, proceed as follows:
a. Place the module in position. Ensure no wires are trapped by the module and the antenna
connector is correctly aligned with the screw holes in the rear panel.
c. Fit the seven M3 x 8 mm captive washer screws that secure the module to the receiver’s
b.
mainframe but do not tighten.
c. Fit the two M3 x 8 mm captive washer screws that secure the antenna connector (CN4) to the
rear panel, then tighten the seven M3 x 8 mm captive screws to secure the module to the
receiver’s mainframe.
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d. Connect the following connectors:
CN5 10-way connector (10-way ribbon cable from Power Regulator module)
CN2 SMB connector (from DSP module)
CN3 40-way connector (40-way ribbon cable from DSP module)
e. Re-establish the ac and/or dc supplies.
f. Switch power on at the radio using the rear mounted POWER switch.
g. Ensure the front panel READY indicator is lit and the ALARM indicator is unlit.
h. Carry out a BIT interruptive test as detailed in the Schedule Maintenance sub-section, Page 5.
i. Isolate the receiver from the ac and/or dc supplies.
j. Refit the receiver’s top cover. The receiver can now be returned to service.
REMOVING AND REFITTING THE FRONT PANEL ASSEMBLY PCB
29 The Front Panel assembly is located as shown in Section 6, Fig. 4. An assembly and PCB removal
diagram is shown in Fig. 9.
Removal
30 Before attempting to remove the Front Panel assembly PCB, ensure that the receiver power is
switched off at the rear mounted POWER switch and the receiver is isolated from the ac and/or dc input
supplies. Then proceed as follows:
a. Remove the receiver’s top and bottom covers (see Paragraphs 14 and 25).
b. Disconnect CN4 at the DSP module. Carefully pull the cable through the aperture in the
mainframe to free it.
c. Remove the four M3 x 8 mm countersunk screws from the bottom and top of the mainframe box
section (see Fig. 9, Diagram A).
d. Remove the two black equipment handles by unscrewing and removing the four M5 x 16 mm
panhead screws that secure them to the receiver. The front panel can now be moved forward
and away from the mainframe.
e. Disconnect the SMB connector CN4. Remove the front panel from the mainframe ensuring the
attached ribbon cable is clear of the mainframe without snagging.
f. At the front panel, release the control knob by unscrewing the allen head grub screw using a
1.5 mm allen key. Withdraw the control knob from the spindle.
g. Remove the Front Panel PCB from the Front Panel assembly by removing the eight M3 x 6 mm
panhead screws and wavy washers (see Fig. 9, Diagram B).
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Refitting
31 To refit the Front Panel assembly PCB, proceed as follows:
a. Place the PCB in position at the Front Panel assembly. Ensure the spindle of the control knob
and headset/diagnostics connector are correctly located. Secure the PCB to the Front Panel
assembly using the eight M3 x 6 mm panhead screws and wavy washers (see Fig. 9
Diagram B).
b. At the front panel, place the control knob onto the spindle and using a 1.5 mm allen key, secure
with the allen head grub screw.
c. With the Front Panel assembly positioned adjacent to the mainframe, connect the SMB
connector CN4.
d. Secure the Front Panel assembly to the top and bottom of the mainframe box section using
the four M3 x 8 mm countersunk screws. Fit the two black equipment handles using the four
M5 x 16 mm panhead screws (see Fig. 9, Diagram A).
e. Route the ribbon cable to the DSP module connector CN4 and connect it.
f. Re-establish the ac and/or dc supplies.
g. Switch power on at the radio using the rear mounted POWER switch.
h. Ensure the front panel READY indicator is lit and the ALARM indicator is unlit.
i. Carry out a BIT interruptive test as detailed in the Schedule Maintenance sub-section, Page 5.
j. Isolate the receiver from the ac and/or dc supplies.
k. Refit the receiver’s top and bottom covers. The receiver can now be returned to service.
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FAULT DIAGNOSIS
PROCEDURE
32 If the receiver becomes unserviceable, the faulty module may be traced by the aid of the front panel
LCD and Scroll/Select control, VFP or MARC. The following information is in respect of the front panel
LCD and Scroll/Select control; VFP information is dealt with in Section 4 of this handbook and MARC
information in the MARC User Guide.
33 If the ALARM indicator lights during normal operation, or during interruptive BIT checks, the faulty
module(s) may be determined by observing the front panel BIT view menu to ascertain the status of the
following parameters:
o AC supply
o DC supply
o Supply volts
o Synth lock
o Sensitivity
o RF filters
o IF filters
o Audio out
o DSP 1
o DSP 2
o Xilinx
o EEPROM
o Startup.
34 To access the front panel BIT view menu:
a. From the Main screen press the switch to F r e q u e n c y

C h a n n e l
until BIT is highlighted. Press the switch.
C o n f i g u r e
B I T E x i t
b. Ensure the BIT menu is displayed. Turn the B I T I n i t i a t e

switch until BIT View is highlighted, then
press the switch. B I T V i e w
E T I h h h h h : mm
B a c k E x i t
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35 By turning the Scroll/Select control right or left scrolls the menu through the BIT screens. To scroll
forward turn the control right, to scroll backwards turn the control left. The following shows the BIT
screens when scrolling forward:
a. Indicates the presence of an ac supply and A C S u p p l y O N

dc supply. Supply gives the current level of
the unregulated supply. D C S u p p l y O N
S u p p l y 2 4 V
> >
b. Synth Lock indicates FAIL if the synthesiser S y n t h L o c k P A S S

is out of lock. Sensitivity checks the
sensitivity levels using an internal RF source. S e n s i t i v i t y P A S S
Sens gives an estimate of the receiver S e n s . - 1 0 7 d B m
sensitivity level.
< < > >
c. RF, checks the tuning of the RF filters. IF, R F F i l t e r s P A S S

checks the IF band filters by checking the
I F F i l t e r s P A S S
response across the tuning range. Audio
checks to see if audio is present at the line A u d i o O u t P A S S
output. < < > >
D S P 1 P A S S
d. Checks that both DSPs are operating. D S P 2 P A S S
Checks that the Xilinx is operating. X i l i n x P A S S
< < > >
e. Indicates FAIL if the EEPROM read/write E E P R O M P A S S

checks fail. MARC and HDLC are not part of
BIT testing but provide an indication as to M A R C A C T I V E
whether there is anything connected to the H D L C I N A C T I V E
MARC and HDLC (computer) ports.
< < > >
S t a r t u p P A S S
f. Will show FAIL if one of the initialisation
checks performed at power-up fails. Will
show PASS if all initialisation checks
performed at power-up pass.
< <
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g. This screen is the last BIT View screen. A d v i s e
Selecting Advise selects the Advise menu.
Back displays the BIT menu. B a c k
< <
36 The Advise menu when selected will show and advise the user of the actions that need to be taken in
order to repair a faulty equipment. If no faults are detected 'No Faults' will be displayed. When several
failures are listed in the BIT screens, the Advise function analyses the list of failures and recommends
the appropriate order in which the modules or components should be checked to locate the fault.
37 Some of the areas that can be checked are as follows:
o PSU
o RX RF module
o DSP module.
38 As an example:
a. The BIT View menu may show the following S y n t h L o c k F A I L

screen.
S e n s i t i v i t y P A S S
S e n s . - 1 0 7 d B m
< < > >
b. When the Advise menu is selected the P l e a s e C h e c k

screen opposite may be displayed. This
shows the most probable area(s) of failure in 1 : R x R F
order of priority, the top being the most likely 2 : D S P
area that should be actioned first.
> >
c. When all possibilities have been scrolled B a c k

through the following screen is displayed.
Selecting Back with the Scroll/Select control E x i t
displays the BIT View menu. Selecting Exit .
with the Scroll/Select control quits the BIT
menu system and returns the user to the main < <
screen.
Corrective Action
39 Using the procedures described in the Dismantling and Assembly Instructions sub-section, gain
access to and replace the highest priority module listed in the Advise menu. With power re-established
check the Alarm indicator and Advise screen to see if the fault is cleared. Carry out an interruptive BIT as
detailed in the Schedule Maintenance sub-section, Page 5. If the fault is not cleared repeat the process
for the next highest priority module shown in the Advise screen. Repeat the process until all modules
listed have been eliminated.
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BIT inoperative
40 Certain fault conditions can result in the BIT facility being inoperative, namely power supply failure
or complete failure of the DSP module, Front Panel module, PSU Regulator module or PSU module.
Table 1 provides a guide for fault finding under these conditions.
41 Before carrying out the procedures listed in Table 1 check all external connectors for security of
attachment and serviceability.
Table 1 Non-BIT Fault Finding Guide
Fault No. Symptom Action
1. Receiver switched on but Using the VFP ensure that the radio is not in Boot mode
no front panel indicators lit (reference Section 4, Chapter 1, Versions screen
function). If in Boot mode, reset to Flash mode.
1a Fault 1 still apparent If a supply voltage fault is suspected it is recommended

that the fuses F1 and F2, located on the rear panel are
checked prior to proceeding any further. If an ac only or
dc only supply is connected only the relevant fuse need
be checked (see Fig. 1 for locations and Section 5 for
fuse details).
1b Rear panel fuse(s) blown With dc only connected
If fuse F1 blown, replace and try again. If it blows again

the fault is either the dc connector, loom or the PSU
Regulator module.
With ac only connected
If fuse F2 blown, replace and try again. If it blows again

the fault is either the ac connector, loom or the Power
Supply module.
1c Rear panel fuse(s) not blown If the rear panel fuses are intact, switch the radio off,
remove the ac and/or dc supplies from the radio and
remove the top lid. Check the connectors from the PSU
regulator module to DSP and Rx RF module, and from
the DSP module to the Front Panel, for security of
attachment and serviceability.
(continued)
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Table 1 Non-BIT Fault Finding Guide (continued)
On the DSP module (see diagram A on Page 20),

check for the following:
(1) Unregulated dc between test point TP18 (+) and

the wire link coupling TP6 to TP7 (-).
(2) +15 V dc between test point TP4 (+) and the wire
link coupling TP6 to TP7 (-).
(3) -15 V dc between test point TP2 (-) and the wire
link coupling TP6 to TP7 (+).
(4) + 5 V dc between test point TP5 (+) and the wire

link coupling TP6 to TP7 (-).
If all supplies present, suspect the Front Panel PCB or

the DSP module. If one or more, but not all, supplies
are absent, suspect the PSU Regulator module.
If none of these supplies present, remove the ac

and/or dc supplies from the radio. Gain access to the
PSU Regulator module and check fuse FS1 on the
PSU Regulator.
1d Fuse FS1 on PSU Regulator If the fuse is not blown, restore the ac and/or dc
module not blown supplies and switch the receiver on. Check for
unregulated dc at FS1 of PSU Regulator module. If
unregulated dc not present at fuse FS1 proceed as
follows:
With ac only connected
Check the dc at the PSU output connector CN2. If no

dc present check the ac input supply to the PSU at
connector CN1. Change the PSU if the ac input
present.
With ac and dc or dc only connected
Change the PSU Regulator module.
1e Fuse FS1 on PSU Regulator Change fuse FS1. Restore ac and/or dc supplies and
module blown switch the receiver on. If fuse blows again switch the
receiver off and remove ac and/or dc supplies.
Change the fuse and disconnect CN4 and CN5 on the
PSU Regulator module.
(continued)
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Table 1 Non-BIT Fault Finding Guide (continued)
1f Fuse FS1 on PSU Regulator Restore the ac and/or dc supplies and switch the
module blows again receiver on. Observe fuse FS1 on the PSU Regulator
module. If blown, remove ac and/or dc supplies,
switch off and replace the PSU Regulator module. If
fuse not blown go to step 1g.
1g Fuse FS1 on PSU Regulator Remove ac and/or dc supplies and switch off. Replace
module not blown CN4. Restore the ac and/or dc supplies and switch the
receiver on. Observe fuse FS1 on the PSU Regulator
module. If fuse blown, replace the DSP module. If
fuse not blown replace the Rx RF module.
2 One or more Front Panel Switch the receiver off and remove the ac and/or dc
LEDs lit but LCD unlit supplies. Replace the Front Panel module.
3 LCD lit but receiver Switch the receiver off and remove the ac and/or dc
inoperable supplies. Replace the DSP module.
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Diagram A
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Section 4 Virtual Front Panel (VFP)
Paragraph
1 Introduction
INTRODUCTION
1 This section is divided into chapters to separate the VFP operational requirements for receivers
configured in different operating modes. The chapters are divided as follows:
o Chapter 1 provides VFP operational information that is specific for receivers configured in
AM-voice mode.
o Chapter 2 onwards will, when available, provide VFP operational information for other
operating modes.
2 Each chapter will contain information that is common to all modes of operation in addition to
information required for the specific mode of operation.
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Section 4 Chapter 1 VFP AM-Voice Operation
Paragraph
1 Introduction
4 Installing the virtual front panel (VFP) software
5 Preparing the virtual front panel for use
6 Using the VFP
8 Frequency management screen
10 Recall function
11 Edit function
12 Store function
13 Setup function
15 Settings screen
17 BIT screen
23 Versions screen
26 Reboot function
27 Erase function
30 Program function
33 Equipment profiles screen
34 Receive function
35 Send function
36 Save function
37 Load function
38 Edit function
39 Print function
40 Loading default equipment profile
Table Page
1 Operational settings 7
2 Example test results 8
INTRODUCTION
1 This chapter describes the facilities available when using the Virtual Front Panel (VFP) software
with radios configured for AM-voice operation. The VFP software is located on the CD-ROM supplied
with this handbook.
2 The T6R's operating frequency and settings can be selected at the receiver's front panel using the
multi-function Scroll/Select switch and LCD (see Fig. 1). Procedures for setting the receiver from the
front panel are given in the T6R Receiver User Guide.
3 VFP software, which runs on an IBM™ compatible PC, can also be used to set up the receiver.
Using the VFP offers several advantages over setting up from a receiver's front panel. These are:
o When set up using the VFP, a profile of the receiver's operational settings can be created. The
profile can then be used to automatically set up other radios within a system, or to reset a radio
should the DSP module ever be replaced.
o After setting up from the VFP, the receiver's front panel can be locked. This means that a
receiver's settings cannot inadvertently be changed by tampering with the front panel controls.
o A print-out of a receiver's profile (all the operational settings) can be made from the VFP.
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o The receiver's original operating software can be reloaded from the VFP should the DSP
module ever be replaced (this facility is not available from the receiver's front panel).
o New operating software for the receiver can be downloaded through the VFP (this facility is not
available from the receiver's front panel).
INSTALLING THE VIRTUAL FRONT PANEL (VFP) SOFTWARE
4 The VFP software is supplied by PAE on CD-ROM. To install the software onto a PC:
(a) Ensure that your PC is running Windows 95™ or Windows NT and that no applications are
running in the background.
(b) Insert the CD-ROM containing the PAE software into the PC’s CD-ROM drive.
(c) From the Start menu select RUN.
(d) In the RUN dialogue box, key in, ‘#:\SETUP.EXE’ and click on ‘OK’ (where # is the drive letter of
the CD-ROM drive).
(e) The Set-up procedure then begins. Follow the on-screen instructions.
(f) When completed, the set-up programme returns the PC to the Desktop and displays the
following icon:
(g) The VFP is now installed.
PREPARING THE VIRTUAL FRONT PANEL FOR USE
5 To prepare the virtual front panel for use:
(a) Using the lead supplied (see Fig. 10) connect between the radio’s front panel Diagnostics
connector and the PC’s COM Port 1 connector.
(b) Ensure power is switched on at the radio and the PC.
(c) At the radio, check that the appropriate Status indicators are lit (see Section 6, Fig. 1).
(d) At the PC, start the software by clicking on the desktop display VFP.exe icon. The following
screen is displayed if the radio has been previously set-up (the normal condition when received
from PAE):
Section 4 Chapter 1 31-160000RX

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VFP Format
USING THE VFP
6 To set the parameters applicable to the radio’s operation five main screens can be selected by the
user; these screens are as follows:
o Frequency Management
o Settings
o BIT
o Versions
o Equipment Profiles.
7 The two indicators at the bottom right of the screen indicate data communications activity between
the VFP and radio. The indicators flash green during data transfers.

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FREQUENCY MANAGEMENT SCREEN
8 The Frequency Management screen allows the receiver's operational frequency to be selected, and
allows up to 100 preset frequency channels to be stored in the receiver's internal memory.
Frequency Management Screen
9 Four functions are available and selectable from this screen; these are:
o RECALL
o EDIT
o STORE
o SETUP
RECALL Function
10 The Recall function allows the user to recall any of up to 100 channels stored in the radio. To recall a
channel proceed as follows:
a. Select the required channel using the mouse.
b. Select the RECALL key. The radio is now set to operate on the frequency displayed for the
selected channel.
EDIT Function
11 Pressing this key allows the frequency to be changed using the keyboard (editing can also begin by
double clicking while the selected parameter is highlighted). To edit a channel frequency proceed as
follows:
a. Select the required channel using the mouse. This highlights the selected channel frequency
display.

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b. With the selected channel frequency highlighted and using the mouse and keyboard, edit the
frequency display to set-in the required frequency.
c. When the required frequency has been set-in, press the keyboard Enter key. The frequency
value and channel number change colour to red. This means the parameter has been changed
but has not, as yet, been saved to the radio.
d. The channel frequency can now be saved to the radio by using the STORE function.
STORE Function
12 Pressing this key, when a row is selected (highlighted), saves that channel frequency to the radio.
SETUP Function
13 Up to 100 frequency channels, having an equal step size between channels, can be automatically
stored in the receiver using the SETUP function.
Example:
14 To store all 100 kHz spaced channels from 120.000 MHz to 129.900 MHz (100 channels total).
Proceed as follows:
a. Select the Frequency Management screen (see Page 4).
b. Click in the SETUP box and check that the Add Channels screen is
displayed.
c. Place the cursor in the First Frequency field. Delete any existing
value in this field and then enter the lowest frequency (120.000
MHz in this example).
d. Place the cursor in the Last Frequency field. Delete any existing
value in this field and then enter the highest frequency
(129.900 MHz in this example).
e. Place the cursor in the Step Size field. Enter the required step (in this example: 0.1000 MHz).
f. Click in the Program box. Check that the Frequency Management screen is displayed with the
required channels and frequencies.
g. If an invalid step size for the range is selected, the following Error screen is
displayed. Pressing OK returns you to the Frequency Management screen. A
correct step size can then be set-in by accessing the SETUP screen.
Note
Each time the SETUP screen is accessed it defaults to:
First Frequency 118.000

Last Frequency 136.975
Step Size 1
This means First Frequency, Last Frequency and Step Size all need to be set-in again.

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SETTINGS SCREEN
15 The Settings screen allows the user to select most of the receiver’s operational settings. Table 1
shows a list of parameters and settings, giving the range adjustment and example settings.
Settings Screen
16 To change a setting proceed as follows:
a. Select the required parameter using the mouse. This highlights the selected parameter.
b. With the selected parameter highlighted, click-on EDIT or double click using the mouse. The
present settings entry can then be edited using the mouse and sometimes, as required, the
keyboard. Entries that require the mouse only produce a drop down menu from which the
required setting can be selected.
c. When the required setting has been edited, press the keyboard Enter key. The parameter and
setting text change colour to red. This means the parameter has been changed but has not, as
yet, been saved to the radio.
d. The edited setting can now be saved to the radio by using the STORE function.
Note ...
The Settings screen allows the receiver's front panel to be ‘locked’. When this facility is active, no
operational settings can be made from the front panel of the radio until an ‘unlock’ command
is sent from the VFP using this screen or the Equipment Profile screen.

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Table 1 Operational Settings
Parameter Adjustment Range Comments
Max 20 characters
Equipment ID
alpha/numeric & space
LCD Backlight Timeout 15 - 120 s
Frequency Trim 0 - 100%
Equipment Standby State Off - On Pull-down menu to select
Front Panel Lock State Unlocked - Locked Pull-down menu to select
Marc Baud rate 300 - 9600 baud Pull-down menu to select
MARC Lock State Unlocked - Locked Pull-down menu to select
BIT Initiate Input Polarity Negative - Positive Pull-down menu to select
Line Out Level -30 to 0 dBm
Squelch -114 to -60 dBm
Squelch Defeat Off - On
Disable Off - On
Loudspeaker Off - On
Squelch Input Polarity Negative - Positive Pull-down menu to select
Squelch Output Polarity Negative - Positive Pull-down menu to select
Disable Input Polarity Negative - Positive Pull-down menu to select
Loudspeaker Volume 0 - 100%
Ready Output Off - On
AGC Off - On

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BIT SCREEN
17 The BIT screen allows the user to initiate a BIT test from the VFP. Table 2 shows a list of hardware
tested and example test results.
BIT Screen
18 To initiate a BIT test, click-on TEST using the mouse. The TEST control will be disabled for the
duration of the test and an interruptive BIT test will be performed. When complete an audible ‘bleep’ will
be emitted by the radio and the results of the test will appear in the right-hand column of the BIT screen.
19 Scroll through all tested hardware to determine the results of each test (see Table 2 for example).
Table 2 Example Test Results
Test Results
BIT Supply Voltage 24 V
BIT Sensitivity Pass
BIT RF Filters Pass
BIT DSP 1 Module Pass
BIT DSP 2 Module Pass
BIT IF Filters Pass
BIT Audio Pass
BIT Xilinx Pass
BIT Eeprom Pass
BIT Marc Inactive
BIT Hdlc Inactive

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20 Failures are put to the top of the list and highlighted in red (errors) and orange (warnings).
21 All tests, apart from BIT supply, BIT Marc and BIT Hdlc will show either Pass or Fail. The BIT supply
test will cause the value of the internal unregulated supply to be shown. BIT Marc and BIT Hdlc are not
strictly tests of serviceability but merely give an indication as to whether there is anything connected to
the MARC or HDLC interfaces.
22 If a tested item shows Fail refer to the fault diagnosis information in Section 3 to access the Advise
menu via the front panel Scroll/Select switch and LCD of the radio. The Advise screen advises the user
of hardware that may be at fault.
VERSIONS SCREEN
23 The Versions screen displays the versions of the radio’s software. Through this screen the
operating software and mode software can be updated.
Versions Screen
24 The shaded areas in the Versions screen cannot be selected. All others areas can be selected; the
software entries in these areas can be erased or reprogrammed.
25 The shaded sectors represent the selected software and are described as follows:
o Main is either the Flash software or the Boot software. With Flash loaded the ERASE and
PROGRAM controls are inoperative. With Flash loaded the radio is operative.
o XDSP is the current Fill (mode software).
o Boot is the Boot program and cannot be altered in software (with this software loaded as Main,
the ERASE and PROGRAM controls are operative). Also while the Boot software is selected
as Main, the radio is inoperative and all indications are blank.

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Note ...
The Emergency Fill (Fill 4) is for future use. This Fill cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed. It
is strongly recommended that before any attempt is made to reprogram this area, you contact PAE.
Reboot Function
26 The Reboot function allows you to change the Main software from Flash to Boot or vice versa. To
change the Main software from Flash to Boot proceed as follows:
Flash to Boot
a. Using the mouse click-on Boot (situated towards the bottom left of the Versions screen display).
When selected, a black dot will appear in the selection window.
b. Using the mouse click-on the Reboot control. The following screen will appear:
c. Using the mouse click-on Yes. The Boot code is downloaded to the radio and the Main Fill
software description changes to the Boot. Note that the radio is now inoperative.
Boot to Flash
a. Using the mouse click-on Flash (situated towards the bottom left of the Versions screen
display). When selected, a black dot will appear in the selection window.
b. Using the mouse click-on the Reboot control. The following screen will appear:
c. Using the mouse click-on Yes. The Flash code is downloaded to the radio and the Main Fill
software description changes to the Flash. Note that the radio is now operative.
ERASE Function
27 The Erase function can only be used when Boot code is loaded as Main. If an attempt is made to
use this function with Flash code loaded the following message will be displayed:

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28 Only the sectors in the non-shaded areas can be erased. These are the Flash code (main operating
software) and Fill code (mode specific software). The erase operation is the same for both these codes.
29 As an example, to erase the Flash code proceed as follows:
a. With the Boot software loaded as Main, and using the mouse, click-on the Flash Fill sector. The
line will change colour to blue indicating the sector has been selected.
b. Using the mouse click-on ERASE (or double click). The following message will be displayed:
c. Using the mouse click-on Yes. The entry will then be erased and the following message shown.
Using the mouse click-on OK, you are then returned to the Versions screen where the Sector 1
entry shows EMPTY.
PROGRAM Function
30 The Program function can only be used when Boot code is loaded as Main. If an attempt is made to
use this function with Flash code loaded, the following message will be displayed:
31 Only the sectors in the non-shaded areas can be programmed. These are the Flash code (main
operating software) and Fill code (mode specific software). The program operation is the same for both
these codes.
32 As an example, to program a new Flash code proceed as follows:
a. With the Boot software loaded as Main, and using the mouse, click-on the Flash Fill entry. The
line will change colour to blue indicating the entry has been selected.
b. Using the mouse click-on PROGRAM. The following screen will be displayed:

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c. Using the mouse click-on Browse. Using the Windows Open screen search for the specified file
that contains the Flash code. This could be updated code from a floppy disk (the example
screen shown above displays A:\flash.bin as the file containing the Flash code).
d. Using the mouse click-on Download. The flash code is then downloaded to the radio and the
software description displayed in Sector 1 of the Versions screen. During the transfer, a graphic
indicates that data is being sent by displaying the current position in the download procedure in
the Sending window and current number of data packages sent, at any one time, in the Packet
window.
e. Two other windows are associated with this procedure, Retries show the number of times the
download is retried and the Total window shows the number of data packages and retries.
f. At the end of the download the following screen is displayed:
g. Using the mouse click-on OK. The system reverts to the main Versions screen.

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EQUIPMENT PROFILES SCREEN
33 The Equipment Profiles screen allows the user to perform the following functions:
o LOAD/SAVE equipment profiles (all settings) to/from a specified file, i.e. T6R.prf.
o SEND/RECEIVE equipment profiles (all settings) to/from an equipment.
o EDIT any equipment profile setting.
Equipment Profiles Screen
Note ...
The VFP Equipment Profiles screen allows the receiver's front panel to be ‘locked’. When this facility
is active, no operational settings can be made from the front panel of the radio until an
‘unlock’ command is sent from the VFP using this screen or the VFP Settings screen.
RECEIVE Function
34 To receive a Settings profile from the radio click-on RECEIVE. The radio’s profile will then be
uploaded to the VFP Equipment Profiles screen.
SEND Function
35 To send a Settings profile from the VFP to the radio, click-on SEND. The settings profile will then be
downloaded to the radio.

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SAVE Function
36 To save a Settings profile from the VFP to a specified file, click-on SAVE. A standard Windows
display will prompt you for the file details (folder, file and file type). Once these details are entered press
Save in Windows; the settings profile will then be saved to file.
LOAD Function
37 To load a Settings profile from a specified file, click-on LOAD. A standard Windows display will
prompt you for the file details (folder, file name and file type). Once these details are entered press Open
in Windows; the settings profile will then be loaded into the Profiles screen.
EDIT Function
38 Selecting this key allows any parameter to be edited as follows:
a. With the selected parameter highlighted, click-on EDIT (or double click) using the mouse. The
present settings entry can then be edited using the mouse and sometimes, as required, the
keyboard. Entries that require the mouse only produce a drop down menu from which the
required setting can be selected.
b. When the required setting has been edited, press the keyboard Enter key. The parameter and
setting text change colour to red. This means the parameter has been changed but has not, as
yet, been saved to the radio.
c. The edited setting, with all other settings, can now be saved to the radio by using the SAVE
function.
Print Function
39 The Print function provides a hard copy of the Equipment Profile. To produce a hard copy:
a. Using the mouse click-on at the top left of the screen.
b. From the menu displayed, select Print Profile and the Windows Print screen will appear.
c. Using the Windows Print screen, and by setting the required print characteristics, print the
information displayed in the Equipment Profiles screen.
LOADING DEFAULT EQUIPMENT PROFILE
40 To reload the equipment profile set in at PAE prior to delivery, proceed as follows:
a. Remove the CD-ROM disk from the handbook pouch.
b. With the VFP installed and configured as described in Paragraphs 4 and 5, load the CD-ROM.
c. At the VFP and using the mouse, select the Equipment Profiles screen.
d. Carry out the procedure detailed in Paragraph 37.
e. Send the profile to the radio as detailed in Paragraph 35.

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Section 5 Parts List
Paragraph
1 Introduction
2 Accessories supplied with receiver
3 Other available accessories
4 Spare parts
5 Fuses
6 PAE model identification
INTRODUCTION
1 This section details the accessories supplied with the PAE T6R receiver and part numbers of the
replaceable modules and assemblies. The PAE T6R receiver’s part number is: B6100.
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH RECEIVER
2 Accessories supplied with the receiver are as follows:
o User Guide (PAE part number 31-360000RX)
o AC Mains Connector
o 15-way D-type Facilities Connector
OTHER AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
3 Other available accessories are as follows:
o Maintenance Kit, PAE part number 70-6100MKIT. This kit includes a maintenance handbook
(this handbook), PC based diagnostic/set-up software and T6 - VFP computer to equipment
lead, part number 17E12600001.
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SPARE PARTS
4 Spare parts consist of fully tested, burnt-in replacement modules and assemblies,
Spare Parts Part Number Comments
DSP Module B68-63500010 To order spare parts contact PAE by

PSU Regulator Module B68-60000013 phone, fax or by written request.
Front Panel Module B68-63500016
Rx RF Module B68-61000012 PAEs address and fax number are detailed
Power Supply Module B69E61000014S on the title page of this handbook
Note ...
Access to a PC and the Maintenance Kit (PAE part number 70-6100MKIT) is essential when
removing and replacing spare parts.
FUSES
5 Three replaceable fuses are available as detailed below:
PAE Part
Fuse Fuse Details Location
Number
F1 Size 0, rated at 3 A 29-11100202 Rear Panel
F2 Integral part of
For 110 /120 V input supply T3.15A UL 29-01470102S rear panel ac
For 220/230/240 V input supply T3.15A 250 V IEC 127 HBC 29C01100102S connector
PSU Regulator
F1 Size 0, rated at 15 A 29-01350201
module
PAE MODEL IDENTIFICATION
6 Each receiver has a ‘model identification’ label fitted to the rear panel. The label is illustrated below:
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Section 6 Figures
Figure
1 T6R front and rear panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-10/DEV083-11
2 T6R overall block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-26
3 Wiring and interconnection diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GA10035-2
4 Module location diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-25
5 DSP module - removal and refitting detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-19-2
6 PSU regulator module - removal and refitting detail. . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-16-2
7 Power supply unit (PSU) - removal and refitting detail . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-18-2
8 Rx RF module - removal and refitting detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-17-2
9 Front panel assembly PCB - removal and refitting detail . . . . . . . . . DEV083-27-2
10 Diagnostic/set-up interconnection lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEV083-28-2
31-160000RX (Amdt. 2A Nov 03) Section 6

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(DEV083-10 Iss. 2)
(DEV083-11)
T6R Front and Rear Panels
Fig. 1
(DEV083-26)
T6R Overall Block Diagram
Fig. 2
(GA10035-2)
Wiring and Interconnection Diagram
Fig. 3
(DEV083-25)
Module Location Diagram
Fig. 4
(DEV-83-19-2)
DSP Module - Removal and Refitting Detail
Fig. 5
(DEV083-16-2)
PSU Regulator Module - Removal and Refitting Detail
Fig. 6
(DEV083-18-2) Power Supply Unit (PSU) - Removal and Refitting Detail
Fig. 7
(DEV083-17-2)
Rx RF Module - Removal and Refitting Detail
Fig. 8
(DEV083-27-2)
Front Panel Assembly PCB - Removal and Refitting Detail
Fig. 9
(DEV083-28-2) Diagnostic/Set-up Interconnection Lead
Fig. 10

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ISSUE 1-2A

T6R VHF Receivers

ã Park Air Electronics 1999

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Telephone: +44 (0)1778 345434

31-160000RX (Amdt. 2A Nov 03) Page i

Section 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION

Section 2 - TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

Section 4 - VIRTUAL FRONT PANEL (VFP)

Section 5 - PARTS LIST

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1 Park Air Sep 03 Section 6, List of Figures, Fig 10 title amended. -

2A Park Air Nov 03 Section 6, List of Figures, drawing numbers added. -

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o Conduct scheduled maintenance tasks including checking/setting the reference frequency

o Identify any tools or test equipment required to maintain the receiver

o Remove a receiver from service to dismantle and replace a faulty module

o Install the Virtual Front Panel (VFP) software into a PC

o Use the VFP to:

o Check a radio after repair and return it to service.

MODEL PART NUMBER

5 The part number for the T6R receiver is: B6100

BUILT-IN TEST (BIT) INDICATIONS

Headset/Diagnostics This is a dual purpose connector. A headset can be connected to enable

12 See Section 2 for external connector details.

T6R Receiver Computer

T6R Receiver Configuration

1 Facilities port connections 4

MODULES AND ASSEMBLIES

4 The receiver comprises the following replaceable modules and assemblies:

o Front panel module

o Power supply regulator module.

5 The interconnection of the modules and assemblies is shown in Fig. 3.

Programmable Gate Array

Serial Remote Control/Data Port

Front Panel Interface

Analogue Control Interfaces

o IF AGC (Rx RF module)

o RF AGC (Rx RF module)

o Frequency trim (Rx RF module)

o RSSI (Facilities port)

Table 2 Digital I/O Signals

FRONT PANEL MODULE

29 The Front Panel module consists of the following elements:

Rotary Encoded Switch

Front Panel Connections

38 The power supply dc outputs are as follows:

Unregulated dc (nominally 28 V).

o CN5 Facilities rear panel connector

o CN6 MARC rear panel connector

o CN7 Computer rear panel connector

5 Headset drive Maximum = 3 volt peak-to-peak.

Table 4 Diagnostics PC Connections

2 Transmit data RS232

4 Receive data RS232

Facilities Connector CN5

Facilities connector CN5 as seen when looking at the rear panel.

Pin Signal Name Description

9 Unregulated Supply A dc output supply between 21.6 and 32 volt (nominally