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Codan Part Nº 15-04070 Issue 2, February 1996
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Contents
1 About this handbook
Standards and icons.................................................................1-2
Glossary...................................................................................1-3
Other documents......................................................................1-6
2 Overview
Equipment ...............................................................................2-1
The console .............................................................................2-2
Power.................................................................................2-2
The interface............................................................................2-3
Mounting options...............................................................2-3
Power.................................................................................2-3
Selective calling.................................................................2-3
System configurations .............................................................2-4
The basic arrangement.......................................................2-4
Multiple control systems....................................................2-5
Separate transmitter and receiver sites...............................2-8
3 Installation
Checking the equipment supplied............................................3-2
Precautions..............................................................................3-2
Installing the console—8570...................................................3-3
Connecting the console to the power supply...................... 3-4
External alarm....................................................................3-6
Installing the interface—8571.................................................3-7
Connecting to power..........................................................3-8
Connecting to the transceiver.............................................3-8
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Connecting the remote control system.....................................3-9
2-wire interface connections..............................................3-9
4-wire interface connections............................................3-10
Disabling the interface line links......................................3-11
Installing single or multiple site systems............................... 3-13
Basic single site.....................................................................3-16
Separate transmitter and receiver sites—split sites................3-17
Daisy chain split site with master transmitter...................3-18
Daisy chain split site with master receiver.......................3-20
Star split site ....................................................................3-22
Installation checks.................................................................3-24
Checking the remote site..................................................3-24
Checking the base site......................................................3-25
Setting line parameters..........................................................3-26
Displaying the Line Parameters menu..............................3-27
Resetting line parameters to default settings....................3-28
Terminating the line.........................................................3-29
Setting the console configuration.....................................3-30
Setting line parameters for the interface ..........................3-32
Setting line parameters for the console............................3-40
Setting a system backup ........................................................3-43
Selecting the backup transceiver operating mode............3-45
Enabling and disabling consoles............................................3-47
4 Ancillary equipment
IPC-500 Radio telephone interconnect....................................4-2
8580 Data modem ...................................................................4-3
Data transmission...............................................................4-3
Setting the S101 switches ..................................................4-4
Baud rate—S101................................................................4-5
Parity—S101 .....................................................................4-6
Data width—S101 .............................................................4-6
Stop bits—S101.................................................................4-7
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Setting the S102 switches ..................................................4-7
Interface parameters—S102 ..............................................4-8
Buffering parameters—S102.............................................4-9
Setting backplane link positions ......................................4-10
P304A and P304B ...........................................................4-11
Connector P304A and P304B..........................................4-12
Console software configuration .......................................4-12
9300 ALE Controller.............................................................4-14
9001 HF Fax and data interface and 9002 data modem ........4-15
Computer...............................................................................4-16
5 Accessories
ALE split site switch cable......................................................5-2
RS-232/I
2
C Interface...............................................................5-2
Setup..................................................................................5-3
RS-232/I
2
C Interface address.............................................5-4
Setting up the inputs and outputs (Option GPIO)....................5-5
6 Setup functions and options
Functions and options available ..............................................6-1
Viewing the setup functions menus.........................................6-3
Using setup mode....................................................................6-4
Making changes.................................................................6-6
Group 0—Console setup options.............................................6-7
Setting a PIN (password)—function 0...............................6-7
General setup options—function 1 ..................................6-10
Access priority options—function 2 ................................6-20
Set startup mute—function 3 ...........................................6-25
Set display backlight intensity—function 4 .....................6-26
Enable/disable monitor mode—function 5 ......................6-26
Backup transceiver setup—function 7.............................6-27
Group 1—System information options..................................6-28
Transceiver—function 10................................................6-29
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Remote control software—function 11............................6-29
Local supply voltage—function 14..................................6-30
Remote supply voltage—function 15...............................6-31
Update channel frequency memory—function 18............6-31
Group 2—Line setup options ................................................6-32
Line parameters—function 20 .........................................6-33
Line equalisation parameters—function 21 .....................6-36
Miscellaneous menu—function 25 ..................................6-37
RS–232 terminal menu—function 30 ..............................6-42
Function key set up—function 31....................................6-46
RS–232 Window—function 35........................................6-47
View configuration—function 99....................................6-47
7 Appendices
Specifications..........................................................................7-1
Display messages.....................................................................7-3
Messages and operator errors ............................................7-3
System error messages.......................................................7-5
Supply monitor warning messages.....................................7-5
Options and accessories...........................................................7-8
Accessory codes.................................................................7-9
Power supplies.................................................................7-10
Pin assignment for 4-wire interface connector.................7-10
Pin assignment for 2-wire interface connector.................7-10
Index
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Figures
Figure 2.1 Basic system arrangement for remote control
system...................................................................2-5
Figure 2.2 Basic multiple control system...............................2-6
Figure 2.3 Multiple control points on a basic system.............2-7
Figure 2.4 Control points over four separate lines on a
basic system..........................................................2-8
Figure 2.5 Separate transmitter and receiver sites
(daisy chain)..........................................................2-9
Figure 2.6 Star configuration split site system .......................2-9
Figure 3.1 Console rear panel connections ............................3-3
Figure 3.2 AC mains input module ........................................3-4
Figure 3.3 Interface rear panel connections ...........................3-7
Figure 3.4 Disabling the line link positions..........................3-11
Figure 3.5 System configuration switch...............................3-13
Figure 3.6 Basic single site ..................................................3-16
Figure 3.7 Daisy chain split site with master transmitter......3-18
Figure 3.8 Daisy chain split site with master receiver..........3-20
Figure 3.9 Star split site .......................................................3-22
Figure 4.1 Data switch S101/S102 locations..........................4-4
Figure 4.2 Interface RCI backplane data link positions .......4-10
Figure 6.1 Console front panel display PCB setup link..........6-3
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1 About this handbook
The 8570/8571 remote control system is used to control a
remotely sited transceiver. This handbook explains how to
install the system. It assumes that you already know how to
operate the transceiver and power supply, which are supplied
separately.
The handbook contains seven chapters:
Chapter 2 describes the main features of the 8570 and 8571
remote control system, and the various ways of setting up the
remote control system
Chapter 3 describes how to install and set up the remote
control system.
Chapter 4 describes how to set up and use ancilliary
equipment.
Chapter 5 contains information about accessories.
Chapter 6 describes setup functions and operations that are
infrequently used.
Chapter 7 contains specifications and a list of error or
warning messages.
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Standards and icons
The following standards and icons are used in this handbook:
• the names of buttons and knobs appear in bold
typeface—for example: ‘press the
Tune
button on the
remote control console’
• menu names and text requiring emphasis are in italics
This icon... Means...
the end of a subject.
a warning.
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Glossary
This term… Means…
ARQ Automatic Repeat Request—a type of signalling
in which the call is repeated until answered
Called ID the ID of the station being called (the receiving
station’s self ID).
Called
address
Four or six digit identification number of a
station being called
CB Citizens Band
CICS Computer Interface Command Set
Selcall
station
a location of a transceiver able to transmit and
receive Selcalls
EPROM Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only
Memory
FEC Forward Error Correction—a type of signalling
that does not require an answer; parity checks
are carried with the data signal
Group call a Selcall to all transceivers within a selected
group
HF High Frequency
ID Identification
I/O Input/output
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
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LED Light Emitting Diode
LSB Lower Sideband
PCB Printed Circuit Board
PIN Personal Identification Number
PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network
PTT Press-To-Talk
Revertive
signal
A signal automatically transmitted back from a
receiving transceiver to indicate message
received and decoded satisfactorily. The signal
is not transmitted for group calls.
RF Radio Frequency
RFDS Royal Flying Doctor Service (of Australia)
Rx Receive
SDE Selective calling option that transmits to a pre-
set address; also decodes incoming calls
SDEM Selective calling option that transmits a
programmable address; also decodes incoming
calls
SE2 Selective calling option that transmits to a pre-
set address; does not decode incoming calls
Selfidentification
Four or six digit identification number of a
calling or local station
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SEM Selective calling option that transmits a
programmable address; also decodes incoming
calls
Tcvr Transceiver
Tx Transmit
USB Upper Sideband
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Other documents
For information on how to use the remote control system,
refer to the 8570 and 8571 Remote control operators
handbook (Codan part number 15-04018).
For information on ALE calling, refer to the 9300 ALE
controller user guide (Codan part number 15-04046).
For information on the installation and operation of an 8580
data modem, refer to the 8580 Data modem user guide
(Codan part number 15-04022).
For information on the installation and operation of the 9001
interface refer to the 9001 HF Fax and data interface user
guide (Codan part number 15-04038).
For information on the installation and operation of the 9002
modem refer to the 9002 HF Data modem user guide (Codan
part number 15-04041).
For information on using an IPC-500 Radio telephone
interconnect unit refer to the IPC-500 Interconnect user guide
and Installation manual (Codan part number 15-04064 or
15-04064).
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2 Overview
This chapter describes:
• the main features of the 8570 and 8571 remote control
system (2-1)
• the various ways of setting up the remote control system
(2-5).
The remote control system is used to control a selected range
of Codan high frequency (HF) transceivers. It allows you to
install your transceiver in a remote location and control it
from another site. This enables you, for example, to site your
receiver or transceiver in an electrically quiet location while
controlling it from a poor reception area.
Equipment
The system consists of two units:
• the 8570 remote control console (the console)
• the 8571 remote control interface (the interface)
The console is a stand-alone desktop unit. The interface is
bench or rack-mounted with the transceiver and power
supply. The console and interface are connected by a land
line or VHF/UHF radio link.
Options and accessories available for the remote control
system are listed in Chapter 7, Appendices, Options and
accessories.
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The console
For information on the buttons and knobs that control the
console, refer to the 8570 and 8571 Remote control operators
handbook, Chapter 2, Overview, The console.
Power
The console is powered from the AC mains—
100/120/220/240 V. An optional stand-by battery is available.
The standby battery is charged while the console remains
connected to the AC mains.
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The interface
The 8571 remote control interface is the interface between the
console and the transceiver. For more complex system
configurations, up to four 2-wire land lines or 4-wire radio
links can be accommodated.
Mounting options
The interface is mechanically similar in size to the Codan
range of transceivers and power supply units. You can stack it
with the transceiver and power supply (as shown in Figure
2.1) or mount it in an optional sub-rack frame. The frame fits
on a 483 mm (19 inch) rack.
Power
The interface is powered from the transceiver’s unswitched
12 volt DC supply or directly from the power supply using a
suitable cable or adapter.
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Selective calling
The remote control system allows you to send Selcalls and
group calls using the Selcall ID’s of the stations in your
network. If the remotely controlled transceiver is a 9323 or
9360, Selcall is fitted as standard. It is optional if the
transceiver is a 8525 or 8528. You can control all aspects of
selective calling from the 8570 remote control console,
including programming scan channels and accessing the
transceiver’s call memory.
If your system has several consoles—multi point control—
each can be programmed with a different Selcall address.
For split site systems all connected transceivers
(receivers and transmitters) must not be programmed
with a Selcall self address ID. If the installed
transceiver originally had this facility it must be
deleted—refer to the appropriate transceiver handbook.
It is operationally acceptable for the transceiver in a
basic single site to have the transceiver self address ID
programmed.
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System configurations
System connection and the placement of consoles will be
determined largely by the availability of sites and the
operating performance in each of the sites. Consideration
must be given to the effect of electrical interference into the
receiver, or on equipment near the transmitter.
The console and interface can be arranged to support a
number of operating system interconnects that will maximise
the conditions available. For example you can have up to
twelve consoles connected by four lines to the interface (i.e.
up to three consoles in parallel on each line). You can also
separate the transmit and receive sites.
Line loss and equalisation adjustments are automatic.
The basic arrangement
This example shows a basic arrangement consisting of one
console and one interface.
8570 console
8571 Interface
Power Supply
2-wire land line or
4-wire radio link
Transceiver
Figure 2.1
Basic system arrangement for remote control system
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Multiple control systems
You can connect up to three consoles in parallel to one
interface using a single line.Using separate lines or radio
links, you can connect up to four consoles to one interface.
Figures 2.2 to 2.6 show the possible system connections for
multiple console control.
See Chapter 3, Installation for more information on these
configurations.
Multiple control consoles on a local network
This example shows a system arrangement with three
consoles connected to a transceiver through a single line to an
interface.
Transceiver
2-wire line
or 4-wire link
8571
Interface
8570
Console
8570
Console
8570
Console
Figure 2.2
Basic multiple control system
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Multiple control consoles
This arrangement has consoles in two separate locations. All
are connected to the same interface and operating transceiver.
8571
Interface
2-wire line
or 4-wire link
8570
Console
Transceiver
8570
Console
8570
Console
8570
Console
Figure 2.3
Multiple control points on a basic system
Note: The maximum number of consoles connected in
parallel to each land line or radio link is three.
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Control consoles over four separate lines
This example shows an arrangement using the maximum of
four land lines or radio links between the consoles and
interface.
8571
Interface
2-wire line
or 4-wire link
8570
Console
Transceiver
8570
Console
8570
Console
8570
Console
Figure 2.4
Control points over four separate lines on a basic system
Note: The maximum number of consoles connected in
parallel to each land line or radio link is three.
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Separate transmitter and receiver sites
This example shows an arrangement of a split site system,
where the receiver and transmitter are at different locations.
You can also combine multiple control points and split
transmitter and receiver sites.
Transmitter
2-wire
or 4-wire link
8570
Console
8571
Interface
8571
Interface
Receiver
Figure 2.5
Separate transmitter and receiver sites (daisy chain)
Figure 2.6 shows a split transmitter and receiver site with
three interface units and one console.
Transmitter
or 4-wire link
2-wire line
8571
Interface
Receiver
8571
Interface
8570
Console
8571
Interface
Figure 2.6
Star configuration split site system
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3 Installation
This chapter explains how to install a basic system or a
separate split site system. It does not include instructions for
installing equipment such as the transceiver or antenna
tuner—installation of these is covered in the manuals supplied
with these units.
This chapter covers:
• Checking the equipment supplied (3-2)
• Precautions (3-2)
• Installing the console—8570 (3-3)
• Installing the interface—8571 (3-7)
• Connecting the remote control system (3-9)
• Installing single or multiple site systems (3-13)
• Separate transmitter and receiver sites—split sites (3-17)
• Installation checks (3-24)
• Setting line parameters (3-26)
• Setting a system backup (3-43)
• Enabling and disabling consoles (3-47)
The 8570 remote control console is referred to as the console,
and the 8571 remote control interface is referred to as the
interface.
The remote control system may be installed by a competent
technician or an approved authority. The land line connecting
the console to the interface is installed by the telephone
company (Telstra in Australia). Alternatively a 4-wire
VHF/UHF radio link may be used.
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You can connect a maximum of three consoles in parallel to
each land line or radio link, thus providing up to twelve
consoles to a remote site.
You should read all relevant parts of this chapter before you
begin to install your remote control system.
Checking the equipment supplied
Before you begin to install the equipment, check that you
have received all equipment and accessories listed on the
packing lists.
Precautions
When you install the system, make sure the console and
interface are properly earthed. If the mains is not
earthed, you must earth the console independently.
Ensure the interface and the transceiver share the same
earth. Use the earth strap provided to connect the two
together.
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Installing the console—8570
You should install the console in a convenient location that
allows for ease of operation and access to mains power and
the lines used for the remote control operation.
The steps required to install the console are:
• Connect the console to the power supply
• Connect the console to a land line or a radio link.
Figure 3.1 shows the connectors at the back of the console.
L/S
Option
PM
Terminal
Type No.
CODAN
Australia
Serial No.
Ext Pwr/
Alarm
Option 'R'
Line
100V 240V
Fuse
Rating
Maximum
Current
Line Voltage 10%
+
-
Frequency
220V120V
50/60Hz
500mA
Delay
1A
Delay
200mA400mA
Figure 3.1
Console rear panel connections
You install the console by connecting it to the AC mains and,
via a land line or radio link, to the interface.
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Connecting the console to the power supply
The console is powered by AC mains through an input
module (IEC 320), shown in Figure 3.2. This module includes
a fuse holder with two fuses, and a line voltage selector.
Insert screwdriver
to flick catch up to
release the line
voltage selector
Fuse drawer
Line voltage window
240
Figure 3.2
AC mains input module
A power cable with an Australian Standard 3-pin mains plug
is supplied. Outside Australia you may need to fit an
alternative plug or cable.
Ensure that the AC mains voltage setting is correct for
the local supply. See Setting the mains line voltage on
page 3-5 for details.
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Setting the mains line voltage
The console is set for 240 volts unless a different voltage was
specified when the console was ordered.
To alter the voltage setting:
1. Remove the fuse drawer.
2. Gently pull the voltage selector insert out and rotate it so
that the rating you want is etched on the edge facing you.
Selected voltages at 50-60Hz are 100, 120, 220 and 240
volts.
3. Push the voltage selector insert back into position.
Do not force the voltage selector into position. If it is
difficult to insert, check that it is not upside down.
4. Check the fuse rating printed on the rear panel of the
console to make sure the fuses are still acceptable. If
necessary, replace with the following ratings:
• 500 mA for 220/240 volts
• 1 A for 110/120 volts.
To prevent electric shock if the internal insulation fails,
you must connect the console to an outlet provided with
protective earthing. This is especially important in
countries where two-pin (unearthed) outlets are
commonly used.
The console has an Australian Safety Standards rating of
Class I.
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External alarm
A connector can be mounted on the rear panel of the console
and connected to an external alarm to alert operators that a
call has been received. The connection provides contact
closure for two minutes after a call is received. The relay
contact closure completes the circuit for an external supply
source to operate an alarm.
The contacts are rated 50 V DC, 1 Amp.
Connections to the contacts are on pins 2 and 3 of the plug.
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Installing the interface—8571
The interface is normally installed close to the transceiver.
Standard cables supplied allow the two units to be installed
vertically or side by side. If stacked vertically, you can clamp
the two units together using an optional 2–unit module clamp
(code 121) or with the power supply using an optional 3-unit
module clamp (code 122).
If you stack the units vertically, put the transceiver on
top to avoid restricting the airflow around the heatsink.
Never stack anything on top of the transceiver fins.
Figure 3.3 shows the connectors at the back of the interface.
2-wire & 4-wire option
fitted as required
Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 Line 4
Modem Option I/O Transceiver DC Supply
Figure 3.3
Interface rear panel connections
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Connecting to power
The interface must be powered by the same DC supply as the
transceiver.
If you ordered a 12 volt installation a cable (part no.
08-04159) is supplied to connect the interface DC supply to
the transceiver power lead.
If you ordered 24 volt installation a cable (part no.
08-040166) is supplied to connect the interface DC supply
connector directly to the 24-volt power supply.
Low voltage circuits are connected to the metal
case.Power must be supplied from a battery or Safety
Extra Low Voltage (SELV) power supply or approved
plugpack. If you plan to use an Extra Low Voltage
(ELV) power supply, connect the earth terminal (at the
rear top left hand position of the case) to a protective
earth. Use an earthing conductor with a cross section
area of not less than 2.5 mm
2
.
Connecting to the transceiver
To connect the interface to a transceiver, use the cable
supplied (part no.08-04160) to connect the transceiver’s 15pin
Remote Control
connector to the interface unit’s 25-pin
Transceiver
connector.
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Connecting the remote control system
The instructions to connect the console to the interface
assume all power supplies are already connected to the
console, interface and antenna units.
The console is connected to the interface by two or four-wire
connections.
2-wire
Use a 2-wire land line if the console and interface can be
connected by standard telephone lines, or when they are
installed in a building with standard cabling. In these
installations the console is connected to the land line via an
internally fitted line isolation unit (LIU).
4-wire
A 4-wire option can be used to connect the console to a
VHF/UHF radio link. Use this option if no wire telephone
link exists and a radio link is needed between the console and
interface.
2-wire interface connections
For standard 2-wire connections the console and interface
both contain a 2-wire private line interface (option 2W),
which is an internally fitted isolation unit.
To connect the interface to the console, the FCC-68 modular
jacks (labelled ‘Line’) in the rear access panel of each unit is
normally plugged into a wall socket. A wall socket is
connected to a telephone jack, one at each end of the land
line.
In Australia, suitable cabling is supplied for connecting to a
Telstra 611 socket wired for Connection Mode 14. Outside
Australia, equipment is supplied with an FCC-68 modular
plug-to-plug cable and a universal wall-mounted modular
socket.
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You can connect up to three consoles to the same line by
parallel wiring the wall sockets. When you do this, ensure that
only one console is set up for terminating the line. See page
3-28, Terminating the line.
4-wire interface connections
For 4-wire sites the console and interface are both fitted with
a 4-wire VHF/UHF link interface (option 4W). This provides
incoming and outgoing audio paths (transformer isolated) and
a PTT (press-to-talk) output—an isolated relay contact—that
can be used for keying the link transmitter.
Note: Link transmitters do not normally need to be keyed.
You can connect up to three consoles to the same link by
parallel connection of the audio and PTT circuits.
If you are converting your system from a two-wire to a four-
wire connection, you will need to enable the line links, as
described below.
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Disabling the interface line links
The interface circuits can be set up for two or four line
connections. The interface is set up at the factory for the
appropriate number of lines by adding the correct line
interface unit (option 2W for two-wire; 4W for four-wire).
There are provisions for two lines which are either 2-wire or
4-wire. Unused lines should be disabled to prevent signal
interference between the interface and any connected
consoles.
The lines are disabled by a link on the interface backplane
PCB assembly 08-03994, as shown in Figure 3.4. Lines one
and two can be disabled by a link fitted to connector P6.
Lines three and four (if fitted) can be disabled by a link fitted
to connector P105. Refer to the table of link connections on
page 3-12.
Note: The card is normally set up in the factory. You will
only need to alter this if you add or remove lines.
P6
P105
1 1 1234
P3 P4 P6
R1
P102 P103
P105
11
1234
Figure 3.4
Disabling the line link positions
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Line Links—8571
Connector P6
enabled disabled jumper pins
line 1 line 2 3-4
line 2 line 1 1-2
lines 1 & 2 none 2-3
Connector P105
enabled disabled jumper pins
line 3 line 4 3-4
line 4 line 3 1-2
lines 3 & 4 none 2-3
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Installing single or multiple site systems
If your system has more than one interface each must be set
up so that it interprets commands correctly. This is normally
done in the factory. Information about these settings is
included here for reference.
Each interface has a system configuration selector switch (S1)
which is fitted on the Microprocessor and Tcvr Interface PCB
Assembly, part number 08-03993 which is located at the top
left position when viewed from the front of the interface unit.
Disconnect power to the unit before accessing the
switch.
To access the switch remove the front panel.and carefully
withdraw the PCB assembly.
The switch
settings are
engraved
0 to 9, A to F
82C53-5
IC16
1
IC12
IC6
80C552
74HC943
Z1
Z2
IC13
74HC573
R50
C39
C34
C33
C13
C15
C14
C27
C12
L1
C11
C24
+
+
A41
C43
R42
S1
S1
H1
Figure 3.5
System configuration switch
The switch settings are labelled from 0 to 9 and A to F. The
switch is normally set at 0 for the basic single site
configuration but may be at a different setting for other
operating functions.
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The possible switch settings are shown below:
System configuration selector switch settings
S1
Pos’n
System
configuration
Function
0
Basic single site Consoles connect to control lines 1, 2, 3 and
4 of this remote interface. The transceiver
operating in transmit-receive mode is
connected to the interface. Refer to figures
2.2, 2.3 and 2.4.
1
Daisy chain split
site—master
transmitter
Consoles connect to control lines 2, 3 and 4
of this remote master interface, which is
connected to a transceiver operating in
transmit only mode.
Line 1 of this master interface connects to
the slave interface and a transceiver
operating in receive mode.
If the receiver of line 1 fails, the transmit
mode transceiver can also be used as the
backup transceiver.* Refer to figure 3.7.
2
Daisy chain split
site—master
receiver
Consoles connect to control lines 2, 3 and 4
of the remote ‘master’ interface which is
connected to a transceiver operating in
receive only mode. Line 1 of this master
interface connects to the slave interface and
a transceiver operating in transmit only
mode. If the transmitter of line 1 fails, the
receive mode transceiver can also be used as
the backup transmitter.* Refer to figure 3.8.
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S1
Pos’n
System
configuration
Function
3
Daisy chain/star
split site—slave
transmitter
Consoles do not directly connect to this
remote ‘slave’ interface which is connected
to a tranceiver operating in transmit only
mode. Line 1 of this ‘slave’ interface
connects to the ‘master’interface.
If the system receiver fails, the transmit
mode transceiver can also be used as the
backup receiver.* Refer to figures 3.8 and
3.9.
4
Daisy chain/star
split site
Consoles do not directly connect to this
remote ‘slave’ interface which is connected
to a tranceiver operating in receive only
mode. Line 1 of this ‘slave’ interface
connects to the ‘master’ interface.
If the system transmitter fails, the receive
mode transceiver can also be used as the
backup transmitter.* Refer to figures 3.7 and
3.9.
5
Star split site Consoles connect to control lines 3 and 4 of
this local ‘master’ interface. Line 1 of the
‘master’ interface connects to a remote
‘slave’ interface and transceiver operating in
receive only mode. Line 2 connects to a
remote ‘slave ‘ interface and transceiver
operating in transmit only mode.
If either the system receiver or transmitter
fails, the remaining operating transceiver
will assume the backup role operating in
both transmit and receive modes.* Refer to
figure 3.9.
* For system backup operation the console has to be
appropriately programmed to the function 7 setup mode.
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S1
Pos’n
System
configuration
Function
6, 7,
8, 9,
A, B,
C &
F
Reserved for later use.
D
Resets all settings to default.
E
Equalises all lines connected to the interface.
Basic single site
The transceiver operating in transmit-receive mode may be at
a remote site or close to the control station. The transceiver is
connected to the interface.
8570
Console
8571
Interface
Transceiver
Figure 3.6
Basic single site
The system configuration switch (S1) is set to position 0 for
the basic single site system configuration. The switch is on
the Microprocessor and TCVR Interface PCB Assembly, part
number 08-03993 which is located at the top left position
when viewed from the front of the interface unit. To access
the switch remove the front panel and carefully withdraw the
PCB assembly.
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Separate transmitter and receiver sites—split sites
There are three common system configurations for remotely
controlled transceivers operating in either transmit only mode
or receive only mode. These site systems are:
• daisy chain split site with master transmitter
• daisy chain split site with master receiver
• star split site.
The term ‘daisy chain’ represents the serial connection
method 1–2–3 between the control site (console) and the
other two sites, with the control station being 1 and with 2
and 3 being either the transmitter or receiver sites
respectively. In daisy chain sites, 1 can only communicate
with 3 through site 2. The control station is 1, while 2 and 3
are master and slave sites.
Note: For simplicity, the transceiver operating in transmit
mode only is called the transmitter, and the
transceiver operating in the receive only mode is
called the receiver.
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Daisy chain split site with master transmitter
Figure 3.7 shows the configuration for a transceiver operating
in transmit mode as the master transmitter. The transmitter is
connected directly to the control station. The receiver
communicates with the control station only through the
transmitter site.
In this system the receiver is installed at the remote site. The
transmitter may be at a remote site (as shown below) or close
to the control station. Numbers shown within a circle in the
figures refer to the selected position of the system
configuration switch, S1. Refer to Installing single or
multiple site systems on page 3-13 for details.
Transmitter
2-wire
or 4-wire link
8570
Console
8571
Interface
Receiver
8571
Interface
Control Master
Slave
Line 1
1
4
Figure 3.7
Daisy chain split site with master transmitter
The master interface (also called an arbitrator for the role
played in the system) will have a minimum connection of two
lines. Additional lines will be required if more consoles are
used.
The line connecting the master to the slave (commonly
known as ‘the split’) must be connected through line 1
of both interfaces.
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You can connect system control consoles to lines 2, 3 or 4 of
the master interface. The maximum number of control
consoles for any daisy chain system is nine, i.e. three consoles
connected in parallel to interface lines 2,3 and 4.
Setting the configuration selector switch (daisy chain—
master transmitter)
You need to set the configuration selector switch of each
interface so that it can identify itself as master or slave. The
switch (S1) is on the Microprocessor and Tcvr Interface PCB
Assembly, part number 08-03993 which is located at the top
left position when viewed from the front of the interface unit.
Set the switch as follows:
• master—set to position 1
• slave—set to position 4
See Figure 3.5, System configuration switch for the location
of this switch.
Note: For split site systems all connected transceivers
(operating receivers and transmitters) must not be
programmed with a Selcall self address ID. See
Chapter 2, Overview, Selective calling for more
information.
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Daisy chain split site with master receiver
Figure 3.8 shows the configuration for a transceiver operating
in receive mode as the master receiver. The receiver is
connected directly to the control station. The transmitter communicates with the control site only through the receiver site.
In this system the transmitter is installed at the remote site.
The receiver may be at a remote site (as shown below) or
close to the control station. Numbers shown within a circle in
the figures refer to the selected position of the system
configuration switch, S1. Refer to Installing single or
multiple site systems on page 3-13 for details.
Transmitter
2-wire line
or 4-wire link
8570
Console
8571
Interface
Receiver
8571
Interface
Control Slave
Master
Line 1
3
2
Figure 3.8
Daisy chain split site with master receiver
The master interface will have a minimum connection of two
lines. Additional lines will be required if more consoles are
used.
The line connecting the master interface to the slave
interface (commonly known as ‘the split’) must be
connected through line 1 of both interfaces.
You can connect system control consoles to lines 2, 3 or 4 of
the master interface. The maximum number of consoles for
any daisy chain system is nine, i.e. three consoles connected
in parallel to interface lines 2,3 and 4.
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Setting the configuration selector switch (daisy chain—
master receiver)
You need to set the configuration selector switch of each
interface so that it can identify itself as master or slave. The
switch (S1) is on the Microprocessor and Tcvr Interface PCB
Assembly, part number 08-03993 which is located at the top
left position when viewed from the front of the interface unit.
Set the switch as follows:
• master—set to position 2
• slave—set to position 3
See Figure 3.5, System configuration switch for the location
of this switch.
Note: For split site systems all connected transceivers
(operating receivers and transmitters) must not be
programmed with a Selcall self address ID. See
Chapter 2, Overview, Selective calling for more
information.
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Star split site
Figure 3.9 shows the configuration for a star split site. This
configuration uses an additional interface (usually at the
control site) to act as an ‘arbitrate master’. The remotely
operating transmitter and receiver interface units are both
slaves.
Use this configuration when direct lines or links between the
two remote sites are impractical and where the required
standard grade line length required is greater than 35
kilometres.
In this system the transmitter is installed at the remote site.
The receiver may be at the remote site (as shown below) or
close to the control station. Numbers shown within a circle in
the figures refer to the selected position of the system
configuration switch, S1. Refer to Installing single or
multiple site systems on page 3-13 for details.
Transmitter
2-wire line
or 4-wire link
8571
Interface
Receiver
8571
Interface
8570
Console
8571
Interface
Slave
Slave
3
4
Line 2
Line 1
5
Master
Figure 3.9
Star split site
The master interface will have at least three ‘line’ interface
options fitted—2W or 4W—depending on the number of
consoles connected.
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The lines connecting the master interface to the slave
interface units (commonly termed the ‘split’) must be
connected from line 1 of the master to the slave receiver
and line 2 of the master to the slave transmitter.
You can connect consoles to lines 3 or 4 of the master. This
limits to six the number of consoles in a star configuration
system, i.e. three consoles connected in parallel to each line
termination to interface lines 3 and 4.
Setting the configuration selector switch (star split site)
You need to set the configuration selector switch of each
interface so that it can identify itself as master or slave. The
switch (S1) is on the Microprocessor and Tcvr Interface PCB
Assembly, part number 08-03993 which is located at the top
left position when viewed from the front of the interface unit.
Set the switch as follows:
• master—set to position 5
• slave receiver—set to position 4
• slave transmitter—set to position 3
See Figure 3.5, System configuration switch for the location
of this switch.
Note: For split site systems all connected transceivers
(operating receivers and transmitters) must not be
programmed with a Selcall self address ID. See
Chapter 2, Overview, Selective calling for more
information.
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Installation checks
Refer to the appropriate diagram Figures 2.1 to 2.6 and 3.7 to
3.9 as you install your system. For split site configurations
refer to Separate transmitter and receiver sites (split sites) on
page 3-13. Connect the components using the interface and
power cables provided, then check the equipment as follows:
Checking the remote site
1. Switch on the power source.
2. If the transceiver has front panel controls, use the
controls to verify that the transceiver operates correctly
and that the display is functioning normally.
3. Check that accessories such as antenna tuners are
functioning normally.
4. Perform an on-air test to verify the operation of the
antenna and RF installation.
5. It is recommended on a new installation or before
equalising the lines that the interface line parameters be
set to default. To do this:
• Disconnect power to the interface.
• Set position of S1 to select D (see Figure 3.5, System
configuration switch for the location of this switch).
• Reconnect power to the interface.
• Wait until the LED flashes at about 1Hz rate.
• Disconnect power from the interface.
• Reset switch S1 to the required system configuration,
e.g. 0 for basic site configuration.
• Reconnect power to the interface.
• Line equalisation can now be carried out from the
local site via the console.
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Checking the base site
1. Switch on the console and check that the display is
working correctly. It displays the software version and
issue date and the status of the transceiver.
2. Carry out the line compensation procedure as explained
in Setting line parameters, from page 3-26.
Note: At this stage, the quality of the received audio and
reliability of control signalling may be poor due to
the default line compensation settings not matching
the line/link characteristics. The following line
compensation adjustment procedure should remedy
this.
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Setting line parameters
The console and interface have DC-controlled gain and
equalisation circuits for compensation of the 2-wire line/4wire link characteristics. The 300 Hz control tone detectors
have DC-controlled thresholds which must be adjusted. These
parameters are controlled by the microprocessors that
generate exchange audio tones.
The compensation procedure is fully automatic, but it must be
initiated for each unit in the system. Resulting values are
stored in non-volatile EEPROM so that they remain available
for re-use each time the power is switched on.
The compensation circuits are designed to cope with typical
2-wire private line characteristics. Some line loss occurs at
low frequencies due to wire resistance. Losses increase at
higher frequencies due to shunt line capacitance. As a result,
the automatic procedure may fail to compensate some
installations, such as:
• 2-wire line with built in compensating amplifiers (at the
exchange or elsewhere)
Depending on how the compensating amplifiers have
been adjusted, this may result in gain rather than loss at
some frequencies, or a rising rather than falling frequency
response.
• 4-wire VHF/UHF link equipment that has been adjusted
for a gain greater than unity, or with an unusual frequency
response.
The link must neither clip nor compress the speech signal
or control tones.
In both cases successful compensation is normally achievable
if the line/link is readjusted for unity gain and a flat frequency
response.
To adjust line compensation, you use the remote control
console key-pad, as detailed in Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27.
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Displaying the Line Parameters menu
Many instructions in this book require the Line Parameters
menu (function 20) to be displayed.
To display the Line Parameters menu:
Action Notes
1.
Press
Control
On/Off
to switch off the
console.
2.
Press and hold
down the
Function
Control
On/Off
Control
On/Off
and
buttons together for
approximately 2
seconds to select
setup mode.
The display flashes and shows:
SETUP MODE
Note: the
Function
button is held
slightly before and after the
Control On/Off
button.
3.
Press
Function
2 0
within 2 seconds to
access the Special
Functions options.
The display shows:
SPECIAL FUNCTION
Number 20
4.
Press
Enter
to select the Line
Parameters menu.
The display shows:
LINE PARAMETERS
Rx gain: xx
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Resetting line parameters to default settings
To reset line parameters, you need to:
• reset to factory defaults
• terminate each line.
To reset line parameters to factory defaults:
Action Notes
1.
Display the Line
Parameters menu.
See Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27 for
instructions.
2.
Press
Enter
then
Recall
buttons to reset line
parameters to the
factory defaults.
The console beeps and the display
briefly shows
M enu s etti ngs
defau lted
then returns to the Line Parameters
menu.
Repeat the instructions above for each console in your
system. Leave the Line Parameters menu displayed, ready for
the next step.
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Terminating the line
Now you need to terminate each line connected to the
interface with a terminating resistor. This is done from the
console attached to each line. If two or more consoles are
connected in parallel to the same line, only one console
should provide the terminating resistor for the line.
To terminate the line:
Action Notes
1.
Display the Line
Parameters menu.
See Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27 for
instructions.
2.
Press
Review
up or down until the
display shows the
termination
parameter.
The display shows:
LINE PARAMETERS
Termination: on
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Action Notes
3.
Press
Channel
up or down to
toggle the
termination status
between ON and
OFF.
If the console is to have a
termination, ensure the status is
ON (factory default) and that the
termination status for all parallel
consoles on the same line is OFF.
Leave the Line Parameters menu
displayed, ready for the next step.
Setting the console configuration
If your system has more than one console connected, each
must be configured correctly.
Note: If your system has only one interface, ignore these
instructions and go to Setting line parameters for the
interface, page 3-31.
To set the console configuration:
Action Notes
1.
Display the Line
Parameters menu.
See Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27 for
instructions.
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Action Notes
2.
Press
Review
up or down until the
display shows the
system configuration (cfg)
parameter.
The display shows:
LINE PARAMETERS
Cfg: not split
3.
Press
Channel
up or down to
toggle between the
options. These are
‘not split’, ‘daisy
chain’ or ‘star split’.
The configuration displayed is
selected.
Note: ‘not split’ refers to the basic
single site system.
Repeat this procedure for each console in your system.
Leave the Line Parameters menu displayed ready for the next
step.
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Setting line parameters for the interface
You use the Line Parameters (function 20) menu again to
adjust line compensation. You should have defaulted to the
factory settings and terminated all consoles correctly, as
described in Resetting line parameters to default settings on
page 3-28, before you begin this procedure. Perform this
procedure for one console per line.
Note: You must initiate this procedure from a console with
termination already set to on.
To set the line parameters for the interface:
Action Notes
1.
Display the Line
Parameters menu.
See Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27 for
instructions.
2.
Press
F2
to select the
automatic line
compensation
(equalisation)
procedure.
The display shows:
AUTO EQUALISE
Remote <enter> ?
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Action Notes
3.
Press
Enter
to start the
sequence. The
compensation
procedure is
executed by the
interface for the line
or link connected to
it.
The display shows
AUTO EQUALISING
Remote wait...
The F2 indicator light comes on.
Other consoles connected in the
system will have their setup mode
display interrupted by a series of
BUSY messages. The F2
indicators on these consoles are
also lit.
The console beeps twice. The F2
light(s) go off and the display
shows either
AUTO EQUALISED
Remote completed
or
AUTO EQUALISED
Remote optimal
depending on line conditions.
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Action Notes
4.
If the display shows
‘
remote failed
’, or
if no result was
received, refer to
Problems with the
8571 line
compensation on
page 3-38.
If the procedure fails, the display
will show:
AUTO EQUALISED
Remote failed
5.
Press
F2
again to return to
the Line Parameters
menu.
Repeat the procedure above for any other consoles connected
to the interface over a separate line (lines 2, 3 or 4).
Note: If your system is a basic single site configuration you
can now perform line compensation for the console.
Turn to Setting line parameters for the console on
page 3-40.
If your system is a daisy chain or star split site you must now
equalise the lines connecting the slave interface to the master
interface, described in Master – Slave interface split systems
line configuration, page 3-35.
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Master – Slave interface split systems line configuration
You can carry out this procedure from any console within the
system. You only need to do it once.
With the Line Parameters menu displayed:
Action Notes
1.
Display the Line
Parameters menu.
See Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27 for
instructions.
2.
Ensure the
configuration
setting ‘
cfg: star
split
’ or ‘
cfg: daisy
chain
’ is selected.
3.
Press
F3
to select the split
line compensation
(equalisation)
procedure.
The display shows:
AUTO EQUALISE
Split <enter> ?
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Action Notes
4.
Press
Enter
to start the
sequence. The
compensation
procedure is
executed by the
interface for the line
or link connected to
it.
The display shows:
AUTO EQUALISING
Split wait...
The F3 light comes on. Other
consoles connected in the system
have their setup mode display
interrupted by a series of BUSY
messages. Their F3 lights also
come on.
(See page 3-37 for a list of
messages you will see during this
procedure.)
The initiating console beeps twice.
The F3 light(s) go off and this
message is displayed:
AUTO EQUALISING
Split completed
The interface completes the
procedure automatically.
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During the procedure the following messages are displayed:
star split
Split 25% done master Rx completed
Split 50% done master Tx completed
Split 75% done slave Rx completed
Split completed slave Tx completed and
total procedure
completed satisfactorily
daisy chain
Split 50% done master completed
Split completed total procedure
completed satisfactorily
If the procedure fails, the display will show:
AUTO EQUALISING
Split failed
In this case, or if no result was received, refer to the
troubleshooting procedure in Problems with the interface line
compensation, on page 3-38.
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Problems with the interface line compensation
Possible reasons for the interface line compensation to
fail are:
•
line or link connections are not connected or
operating properly—check the connections and
verify full duplex operation if duplex is used
•
the line or link characteristics are unusual—check
and correct as required, or contact your Codan
dealer
•
line parameters in the interface are not factory
default settings—repeat the default procedure
described in Resetting line parameters to default
settings, page 3-28.
•
more than one console per line has termination
switched on
•
the software in the console and interface is
incompatible—contact your Codan dealer.
If the reason for failure is not obvious or cannot be remedied
from the console, perform line compensation from the remote
site, as follows:
1. Switch off the power source to the interface.
2. Remove the front panel of the interface.
3. Remove the Microprocessor and Tcvr Interface PCB
Assmbly, part number 08-03993 which is located at the
top left position as viewed from the front of the interface
unit.
4. To return all line parameters to factory default settings,
set the configuration selector switch S1 on the PCB to D.
5. Replace the PCB assembly and switch the power on.
6. Check that the LED on the PCB flashes (at about 1Hz
rate) after the process is completed.
7. Switch the power off and again remove the PCB
assembly.
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8. Set the configuration selector switch to E to enable the
compensation procedure to be initiated from the remote
site, thus avoiding the need to return to the console.
9. Replace the PCB assembly and switch the power on.
10. Check that the LED on the PCB assembly lights and
remains on while line compensation takes place. This
procedure is automatic for all connected lines. When the
LED flashes on and off at about 1Hz rate, the process is
complete.
11. Turn the power off, remove the PCB assembly and reset
the configuration selector switch to 0 or the appropriate
system setting.
12. Replace the PCB assembly and switch the power on. The
interface is now ready for use.
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Setting line parameters for the console
From the Line Parameters menu adjust line compensation for
the console. All setup work described previously must be
complete before you begin this procedure.
To set line parameters for the console:
Action Notes
1.
Display the Line
Parameters menu.
See Displaying the Line
Parameters menu, page 3-27 for
instructions.
2.
Press
F1
to select automatic
equalisation.
The display shows:
AUTO EQUALISE
Local <enter> ?
3.
Press
Enter
to start the
sequence, which
continues
automatically.
The F1 light comes on. A series of
beeps indicates the progress of the
procedure.
4.
The 300 Hz detector
threshold is set.
The display shows:
DETECT threshold
min [
] max
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Action Notes
5.
This sets the gain/
equalisation stage.
The display shows:
DETECT threshold
min [
] max
GAIN rms = xxx mV
min [
] max
The nominal value of 200 mV is
expected. The tone frequency is
300 Hz.
6.
Equalisation is
adjusted.
The display shows:
EQU rms = xxx mV
min [
] max
Equalisation is being adjusted with
a 2khz signal: nominal voltage—
80 mV.
7.
The console beeps twice when the
process is complete. The F1 light
goes off and the display shows
either that an accurate
compensation was achieved:
AUTO EQUALISE
L oc al opt imal
or that an acceptable compensation
was achieved:
AUTO EQUALI SE
L o ca l c ompleted
It should be noted that as the line
compensation for the interface was
successful, the procedure for the
console is unlikely to fail unless
the forward and return paths of the
line or link are not the same.
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Action Notes
8.
Repeat the
procedure for every
console on the
system.
9.
When all steps have
been successfully
completed, switch
the console power
off.
This exits the setup mode and
saves all the settings. When you
turn the consoles on again the
system will be ready for operation.
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Setting a system backup
If your system is a split site configuration, you can set up one
of the transceivers to operate as backup transmitter or
receiver—as appropriate—if there is an equipment failure.
The backup is intended to be used only in emergency
situations.
If the receiver is coupled to a receive antenna through a
multicoupler, or if it shares the same site with other
receivers, it is not recommended that the receiver is
setup as a backup transceiver. If it is operated as a
transmitter, transmitted RF energy would undoubtedly
damage a multicoupler and could severely affect other
receivers at the same site.
To allow a console to change backup transceiver modes of
operation, put the console in setup mode.
To select the backup transceiver:
Action Notes
1.
To use setup mode,
first switch off the
console.
2.
Press and hold
down
Function
Control
On/Off
Control
On/Off
and
together for
approximately two
seconds.
The display flashes:
SETUP MODE
Note: the
Function
button is held
slightly before and after the
Control On/Off
button.
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Action Notes
3.
Press
Function
2
Enter
within 2 seconds to
use the access
priority menu.
4.
Press
Review
up or down to select
the Backup
Transceiver enable
option.
The display shows:
ACCESS PRIORITY
Bkup tcvr: inhib
5.
Press
Channel
up or down to select
the ‘
Bkup tcvr:
allow
’ option.
6.
Press
Control
On/Off
off, then on, to
return to normal
mode.
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Selecting the backup transceiver operating mode
To select the backup transceiver operating mode:
Action Notes
1.
Press
Function
7
Enter
to select the Backup
Transceiver menu.
The display shows:
BACKUP TCVR
mode: normal
2.
Press
Channel
This enables the transmitting or
receiving site(Tx and Rx) to
operate as a transceiver.
Select mode:
use Tx to enable receiving at the
transmitting site
use Rx to enable transmitting at
the receiving site
normal to remain as originally
setup with separate
transmitting and receiving
sites.
3.
Press
Function
to exit.
You return to setup mode.
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If you are using the transmitting site as a transceiver to also
receive, the console display indicates this by flashing ‘
tcvr
’ in
the transmit (Tx) frequency at one second intervals during
normal operation. Similarly, if you are using a receiving site
as a backup transceiver to transmit ‘
tcvr
’ flashes in the
Receive (Rx) frequency display.
Note: Actual selection of the backup transceiver mode can
be done in either setup mode or normal operating
mode.
‘
tcvr
’ will only be displayed on consoles that have
the backup mode enabled (when backup is selected).
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Enabling and disabling consoles
If your system has several consoles, you can set up one
console as the master to control the operation of the other
consoles (slaves) in the system with the use of the function
button F1.
To do this, you use special function 31 to set the master
console to ‘control 8570’, and the others to ‘disable 8570’.
See Chapter 6, Setup functions and options, function 31 of
Group 2, for instructions on setting up this procedure.
Normally consoles can perform all operating functions until
you press the
F1
button on the master console. If you do this,
all except the master console are disabled and can only
monitor activity. The master console F1 button LED is lit to
indicate it has taken control. The disabled consoles can use
mute and volume controls but no longer have control over
channel selection and microphone operation. A message:
‘
DISABLED
’ appears on the display instead of the frequency.
To return the slave consoles to normal operating condition,
press the master console
F1
button again.
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4 Ancillary equipment
This chapter provides information about ancillary equipment
which can be used with your remote control system. These
are:
• IPC-500 Radio telephone interconnect (4-2)
• 8580 Data modem (4-3)
• 9300 ALE controller (4-14)
• 9001 HF Fax and data interface (4-15)
• 9002 Data modem (4-15)
• Computer (4-16).
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IPC-500 Radio telephone interconnect
The remote control system is able to fully support an IPC-500
Radio telephone interconnect unit allowing radio telephone
calls to be established. The IPC-500 normally resides at the
console end of the system and interfaces with the 8570 Option
R facility.
A console will recognise that an IPC-500 is attached and
automatically re-configure operation of the
Scan
keypad at
every console in the system to initiate IPC scanning. The
display on each console in the system can be returned to any
console operator by again pressing any
Scan
keypad. This
action places a busy condition on the IPC-500. When in the
busy condition the IPC-500 will not decode any Selcall
received on the channel or answer any incoming telephone calls
originating from the telephone exchange that is connected.
The remote control system should be setup for long preamble
time. It should also have the Autoscan feature switched on so
that the IPC-500 resumes scanning automatically. This should
be set to two minutes unless ALE is connected (see the note
below).
Operating transceivers 8525 and 8528 in a remote control
system with the IPC-500 will require that the scanned
channels are programmed as P-channels (P1–P15) for single
frequency single channels or P-channels P81–P95 for
two-frequency simplex channels.
Both the console and the IPC-500 should be programmed
with different Selcall ID’s to differentiate incoming calls.
For further details refer to the IPC-500 Interconnect user
guide and installation manual.
Note: If the remote control system has both 9300 ALE and
IPC-500 connected, the Autoscan must be set to off. This
ensures that when the IPC-500 is set to Auto the ALE scan is
not initiated by Autoscan. This would present a conflict
between the two units attempting to control the scan sequence.
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8580 Data modem
You can use the remote control system with an 8580 modem
to transfer serial data between the console and an interface.
ARQ (Automatic Repeat Request) and FEC (Forward Error
Correction) data can be transmitted if you have an 8580
modem. If your network is established with either ARQ,
selective or two-tone calling capabilities you can log these
calls to either a terminal or printer from the RS-232 port on
the console.
Data transmission
You can use the remote control system for reliable, accurate
data communication over point-to-point HF links. To do this
locate the transceiver, the interface, and the modem at the
remote site and locate the console and personal computer or
terminal at the operator's local site.
Refer to the 8580 Data modem user guide for installation and
operation.
For the 8580 remote control system to operate the interface
must be fitted with option RS and setup in accordance with
the following instructions covering:
• Setting the S101 switches (4-4)
• Baud rate—S101 (4-5)
• Parity—S101 (4-6)
• Data width—S101 (4-6)
• Stop bits—S101 (4-7)
• Setting the S102 switches (4-7)
• Interface parameters—S102 (4-8)
• Buffering parameters—S102 (4-9)
• Setting backplane links P303A and P303B (4-10)
• Setting backplane links P304A and P304B (4-11)
• Console software configuration (4-12)
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Setting the S101 switches
You must set the S101 switches on the Option RS General
Purpose I/O printed circuit board assembly (GPIO)—Part
number 08 04644-001—to the correct configuration. The
board is located in the top right PCB slot of the interface
(viewed from the front). You need to determine the following
information from the modem and terminal handbooks before
you can set up the PCB to suit:
• baud rate
• parity selection
• data width
• stop bit.
6264
IC106
1
IC103
80C552
S101
IC105
27C512
12345678
S101
OFF
12345678
S102
OFF
S102
Section of PCB
assembly 08-04644
Figure 4.1
Data switch S101/S102 locations
The S101 has eight on/off switches which are numbered from
left to right. Refer to the following sections to select the
correct configuration.
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Baud rate—S101
This is the bit rate in bits per second which can be selected
for the interface to communicate with the modem. Switches 1,
2 and 3 determine the baud rate:
Baud rate
(bps)
Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3
50 off off off
300 on off off
1200 off on off
2400 on on off
4800 off off on
9600 on off on
19200 off on on
38400 on on on
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Parity—S101
Parity provides a simple error detection method by the
addition of an error check bit to the end of each serially
transmitted word. Switches 4 and 5 determine parity:
Parity Switch 4 Switch 5
None off off
Even on off
Odd off on
Undefined
(none)
on on
Data width—S101
This parameter controls the length of the word being sent or
received. It is determined by switches 6 and 7:
Word length
(No. of bits)
Switch 6 Switch 7
5 off off
6 on off
7 off on
8onon
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Stop bits—S101
Stop bits determine the number of dummy bit periods
expected after all data bits are received in RS-232
communication. Set switch 8 as follows:
Number of
stop bits
Data width Switch 8
2 Any off
1.5 5 on
1 6, 7 or 8 on
Example
The standard set up for an 8570/8571/8580 system using a
personal computer as the terminal, for 2400 baud, no parity, 8
bit word length and 1 stop bit is:
Switch
1
Switch2Switch3Switch4Switch5Switch6Switch7Switch
8
on on off off off on on on
Setting the S102 switches
Switches 1 and 2 are used to set interface parameters.
Switches 3 to 6 set the buffering parameters. Switches 7 and 8
are not used.
See Figure 4.1, Data switch S101/S102 locations for the
location of this switch.
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Interface parameters—S102
The I2C interface parameters are set by S102 switches 1 and
2, as follows:
Interface setting Switch 1 Switch 2
Slave Rx, Slave Tx, no
I2C interrupt (this is the
normal factory setting)
off off
Slave Rx, Slave Tx, I2C
interrupt when Rx
buffer not empty.
off on
Reserved on off
Reserved on on
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Buffering parameters—S102
Buffering size for I2C → RS-232 are set by S102 switches 3
and 4, as follows:
Buffer size (bytes) Switch 3 Switch 4
32 off off
128 off on
1028 on off
MAX on on
The normal factory setting is 1028 bytes.
Buffering size for I
2
C ← RS-232 are set by S102 switches 5
and 6, as follows:
Buffer size (bytes) Switch 5 Switch 6
32 off off
128 off on
1028 on off
MAX on on
The normal factory setting is 1028 bytes.
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Setting backplane link positions
The backplane printed circuit board (part number 08-3994) is
located inside the interface and is the common connection for
the other inserted assemblies. You must access this to set up
the links on this board before you can use the remote control
system with the 8580 modem.
P303A and P303B
For ease of referral the GPIO card inside the interface is
termed Data Terminal Equipment (DTE), whereas the 8580
modem is termed Data Communications Equipment (DCE).
Before you can transfer data between the interface and an
8580 modem, you must set the links on the P303A and P303B
on the backplane at the DTE position as shown in Figure 4.2,
and according to the table on page 4-11. This is because the
interface is emulating the terminal connected to the console.
P303B
P304B
IC2
C16
321
123
P303A
P304A
C311
C313
Figure 4.2
Interface RCI backplane data link positions
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If you are connecting a terminal to the interface to
communicate directly with another terminal connected to the
console, position the links at the DCE position.
Connector P303A and P303B
Function Jumper Pins
DTE 303A/1 – 303A/2
303B/1 – 303B/2
DCE 303A/2 – 303A/3
303B/2 – 303B/3
P304A and P304B
The 8580 modem is normally set up to communicate using
RS-232 Xon/Xoff (transmit on/transmit off) software
handshaking. RS-232 CTS/RTS (clear to send/ready to send)
hardware handshaking will be disabled or turned off.
Make sure that the default link settings on P304A and P304B
on the interface backplane reflect the true situation (see
Figure 4.2, Interface RCI backplane data link positions). If
CTS/RTS handshaking is required, position the links
according to the table on page 4-12:
Note: Xon/Xoff handshaking is not supported for 5 bit data
word length. If this word length is used, you must set
the links to CTS/RTS.
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Connector P304A and P304B
Function Jumper Pins
Xon/Xoff 304A/2 – 304B/2
304A/3 – 304B/3
CTS/RTS (DTE) 304A/1 – 304A/2
304B/1 – 304B/2
CTS/RTS (DCE) 304A/2 – 304A/3
304B/2 – 304B/3
Console software configuration
When the hardware is ready, set up the console software. Use
the RS–232 Terminal menu (function 30) to do this.
See Chapter 6, Setup functions and options, RS-232 terminal
menu—function 30 for further information on this menu.
To use this menu, ensure the console is in setup mode, then
press
Function, 30
and
Enter
.
Use the
Review
buttons to scroll through the options. Use
the
Channel
buttons to step between the selections under
each option. Use
Enter
to select the displayed option.
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You must set the options in this menu to suit the real
conditions. An example, for an 8580 modem and terminal, is
shown below:
Parameter Setting
Mode 8580
Bit length 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Baud rate 2400
Handshake Xon/Xoff
To save your changes, press Function again. Exit setup
mode by turning the console off then on again.
Note: Make sure only one console in your system is in
8580 mode, because the call structure does not
contain individual console addressing information. If
more than one console has 8580 enabled, system
performance will be unpredictable.
The remote control system system is now ready for data
transmission. Follow the instructions in your modem
handbook.
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9300 ALE Controller
The 9300 ALE Controller simplifies sending calls using
Codan transceivers in a remote control system.
Using the 9300 removes the need to send selective beacon
calls on different channels to find the best channel to
communicate on. The 9300 automatically selects the channel
which it has identified as the best operating channel available.
It establishes an ALE link with the station you want to call.
In an ALE call, you specify the address of the other station,
not the channel.
For single site configuration, the 9300 is connected via a
cable to the GP connector located at the rear of the
transceiver. For split site configuration, it is installed at the
receiver site and connected between the transceiver and the
interface using a special cable (Codan part number 08-05180-
001).
For setting up the 9300 refer to the 9300 ALE controller user
guide. See also the 8570 and 8571 remote control operators
handbook.
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9001 HF Fax and data interface and 9002 data
modem
The 9001 provides for the transmission and reception of
facsimile and data messages over an HF link. Fully automatic
in operation, it can be used to interface data capable
8525/8528 and 9323/9360 transceivers operating with
8570/8571 remote control equipment.
The 9002 provides for data transmission but does not have
the facsimile capability.
For installation and operation of the 9001 interface refer to
the 9001 HF Fax and data interface user guide and for the
9002 refer to the 9002 HF Data modem user guide.
If either the 9001 or the 9002 is used with an 9300 ALE
controller it will be necessary to configure the console’s
RS-232 terminal to 9001/2. Refer to Chapter 6, Setup
functions and options, RS-232 terminal menu—function 30.
Because there is only one RS-232 port shared by the Terminal
and Option PM connectors only one of these connectors can
be used at a time. If a 9001 or 9002 is required as well as a
computer, an optional RS-232/I
2
C Interface unit should be
connected to the Option R outlet to create an additional
RS-232 port for the computer.
Alternatively, if used with an 9300 ALE controller the 9001
or 9002 can be connected to the modem input connector
located on the rear panel of the 9300.
The ‘Qline’ of function 25 must be enabled to ‘modem’ for
operation of either the 9001 HF Fax and data interface or the
9002 HF Data modem. See Chapter 6, Setup functions and
options, Miscellaneous menu—function 25 for information
about Qline mode.
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Computer
An IBM (or compatible) computer can be connected to the
RS-232 terminal input of the console. The RS-232 port must
be set up as detailed Chapter 6, Setup functions and options,
RS-232 terminal menu—function 30, and set to the following
parameters:
Mode CICS
Bit length 8
Parity none
Stop bits 1
Baud 9600
HShake none
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5 Accessories
This chapter explains how to set up accessories available for
use with your remote control system.
This chapter covers:
• ALE split site switch cable (5-2)
• RS-232/I2C Interface (5-2)
• Setting up the inputs and outputs (5-5).
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ALE split site switch cable
When an 9300 ALE controller is used in a split site
configuration, it must be located with the receiver (transceiver
operating in receive mode only).
The FSK data output from the 9300 has to be switched (when
it initiates a transmit command) through the interface at the
receiver site. It is then switched via land line or radio link to
the interface at the transmitter site, and then finally to the
transmitter audio input.
A special cable containing the switch circuit connects the
transceiver, 9300 ALE controller and the interface at the
receiver site. This cable, called the ALE split site switch cable
(part number 08-05180), switches the audio input line of the
interface from the receiver output to the 9300 FSK transmit
output and is controlled by PTT action.
RS-232/I2C Interface
The RS-232/I2C Interface unit is used to provide two
additional serial ports for the remote control system. The unit
is normally located at the console but it can be connected to
the interface or 9323/9360 transceiver.
Serial port number one must be used as a computer interface
and serial port number two for a GPS receiver. A maximum
of two RS-232/I
2
C Interface units may be connected to the
transceiver or remote control console.
Operation of the RS-232/I
2
C Interface unit within the remote
control system will require setting up as shown under Setup
on page 5-3 and RS-232/I
2
C Interface address on page 5-4.
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Setup
Before using the RS-232/I2C Interface unit it is necessary to
configure each port for the GPS and Computer. This is
achieved by setting the dip switches located within the box, as
applicable.
To gain access to the dip switches located on the PCB it is
necessary to remove the single screw securing the back cover
(identified by the silk screened title RS-232/I
2
C Interface) and
remove the cover.
Each RS-232 port may be configured with a baud rate using
dip switches as shown in the tables below.
Baud rate (GPS)
S1 dip 5
switch
S1 dip 4
switch
Setting
on on 9600 baud no parity 1 stop
on off 4800 baud no parity 1 stop
off on 2400 baud no parity 1 stop
off off 1200 baud no parity 1 stop
Baud rate (computer)
S1 dip 7
switch
S1 dip 6
switch
Setting
on on 9600 baud no parity 1 stop
on off 4800 baud no parity 1 stop
off on 2400 baud no parity 1 stop
off off 1200 baud no parity 1 stop
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Enabling Ports
S1 dip 1 switch GPS
on disabled
off enabled
S1 dip 2 switch Computer
on disabled
off enabled
Note: Disabling unused ports will reduce data processing
time.
RS-232/I2C Interface address
If you have two RS-232/I2C Interface units connected to one
transceiver or control console then each unit must be set to a
different address. To do this you set S1 dip 3 switch as
detailed in the table below.
Note: Either RS-232/I
2
C Interface can be identified as the
first unit.
RS-232/I
2
C S1 dip 3 switch
First unit off
Second unit on
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Setting up the inputs and outputs (Option GPIO)
If your system software is version 3.50 or later (indicated in
the display startup messages), you can use the remote control
system with an optional Input/Output (I/O) board fitted within
the interface.
A typical use for this feature is to set up the console to
provide an output to drive an antenna.
These options are set up by programming the F1 to
F4
buttons, using special function 31.
See Chapter 6, Setup functions and options for instructions
on setting up these options.
When you install the I/O board and program the function
buttons, the function button LEDs indicate the status of the
input or output programmed for the button.
An additional option is known as a ‘bweep’ alarm (a sliding
frequency ‘beep’). You set this up using special function 31.
If this option is enabled, you hear the alarm every four
seconds after an I/O has changed state. The alarm continues
for 15 minutes, or until the operator cancels it (by pressing
any controller button or the
PTT
button of the microphone).
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6 Setup functions and options
This chapter explains how to use the setup functions and
programmable options incorporated into your remote control
system.
This chapter covers:
• Functions and options available (6-1)
• Viewing the setup functions menus (6-3)
• Using setup mode (6-4)
• Group 0—Console setup options (6-7)
• Group 1—System information options (6-28)
• Group 2—Line setup options (6-32).
Functions and options available
The functions are divided into three groups:
Group 0 console set up—used to set up the console
Group 1 system information—general setup options for the
system as a whole
Group 2 line set up—includes function and option menus
specific to the line or link connecting the system
equipment.
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Within each group there are functions that are identified with
a number:
Function Description
Group 0
(Console setup
options)
0
1
2
3
4
5
7
Setting a PIN (password)
General setup options
Access priority options
Set start-up mute
Set display backlight
intensity
Enable/disable monitor
mode
Backup transceiver setup
Group 1
(System
information)
10
11
14
15
18
Transceiver details
Remote control software
details
Local supply voltage
Remote supply voltage
Update channel frequency
memory
Group 2
(Line setup
options)
20
21
25
30
31
35
99
Line parameters
Line equalisation
parameters
Miscellaneous menu
RS-232 terminal menu
Function key setup
RS-232 window
View configuration
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Viewing the setup functions menus
You can view the setup functions menus and their options
while the console is in normal operating mode.
To view the setup functions:
Action Notes
1.
Press
Function
2.
Enter the relevant
function number
within two seconds
and press
Enter
.
3.
Press
Review
up or down to scroll
through the menu.
To return to the normal operating display press
Function
again (or leave the keys untouched for one minute, after
which time the display resets to normal).
Many of the setup functions described in this chapter cannot
be changed while the console is in normal operating mode. To
change these, use the console in setup mode.
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Using setup mode
You use setup mode to change most setup options, though
some options can be changed from normal operating mode, as
indicated in the following instructions.
Enter setup mode in one of two ways:
1. If your console incorporates an EPROM of issue 3.10 or
later (the version is shown in the opening messages on the
console display at switch on). You can enter setup mode
by switching the console on while holding down both the
Function
and
Control On/Off
keys for about two
seconds.
Note: Only EPROM issue numbers 4.00 and above
include support for 9323 and 9360 transceivers.
If your console has a PIN number, after the
Function
and
Control On/Off
keys are held down the display will
show ‘
SECURITY PIN
’. Enter the PIN number and
press
Enter
.
2. For all consoles you can enter setup mode by fitting a
jumper between connector pins located on the Front
Panel Display PCB (assembly 08-03978). To access the
assembly remove the four screws securing the front panel
of the console to the chassis. The connector, shown in
Figure 6.1, should be identified and the jumper moved to
the SETUP POSITION.
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P2
Setup position
IC12
74HC14
Parked position
R33
R25
R35
R30R27
R29
R22
R23
R30
C21
C20
C16
C17
R26
R28
IC7
Part of PCB assembly
08-03978
Figure 6.1
Console front panel display PCB setup link
Instead of the normal transceiver display, the display flashes:
SETUP MODE
When in setup mode you can:
• Review the function menus
• Change the functions to suit operating conditions.
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Making changes
You make changes to the special functions in the same way
regardless of which function or menu you are using. The
functions are dealt with in detail in the following sections, but
in summary, to change an option:
1. Enter the setup mode as described on page 6-4
2. Press
Function
, then press the relevant function number
within two seconds.
3. Press
Enter
to use the selected menu.
4. Press the
Review
keys to scroll through the menu
options.
5. Press the
Channel
keys to scroll to the required option
setting.
6. When the required setting is displayed, press
Function
again to save it and return to the setup mode opening
display.
7. To leave setup mode, switch the console off using the
Control On/Off
key.
8. In consoles where you set the front panel display link
jumper to gain access to setup mode, with the console off,
return the jumper to the Parked position and replace the
front panel and retaining screws.
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