CommScope ATC300-2000 User Manual

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ATC300-1000/2000

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Teletilt Control System

Computer Interface Setup

Andrew Solutions

Customer Support Center

North America: [phone], Option 1

International: [phone], Option 1

Bulletin 639571 • Revision G • December 2012

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ATC300-1000/2000 Teletilt® Control System Computer Interface Setup

Statement of Purpose:

Bulletin 639571 • Revision G • December 2012 Page 2 of 8

This guide describes how to use a CommScope PC software tool, IPConfigTool, to establish

communication with an ATC300 and update its software to the latest release.

More information on these topics may be found in Bulletin 639544 ATC200-1000 &
ATC300-1000/2000 Teletilt Remote Control Variable Electrical Downtilt System Installation
and Operation User Guide.

Please contact the Andrew Customer Support Center, (see bottom of cover page),
for any questions.

Notices and Precautions

WARRANTY NOTICE

Proper installation procedures must be followed when installing and operating RET equipment.
Failure to assure installations are done properly by trained installation personnel and to follow
procedures discussed in this bulletin may cause warranty for such products to be void.

Andrew requires pretesting actuators on the ground prior to installation using the Andrew
portable controller and the latest version of the controller software (available online at

www.commscope.com/andrew under

Products→Antennas→Teletilt® RET System

). This will verify
proper actuator functionality and also ensure that the latest available actuator firmware
release is installed on the actuator. Failure to conduct pre-test and pre-installation procedures
defined by Andrew will void warranty.

SAFETY NOTICE

The installation, maintenance, or removal of an
antenna requires qualified, experienced personnel.
Andrew installation instructions are written for such
installation personnel. Antenna systems should be
inspected once a year by qualified personnel to
verify proper installation, maintenance, and
condition of equipment. Andrew disclaims any
liability or responsibility for the results of improper or
unsafe installation practices.

It is recommended that transmit power be turned off
when the field installation is performed. Follow all
applicable safety precautions as shown on thispage.

Do not install near power
lines. Power lines, telephone
lines, and guy wires look the
same. Assume any wire or
line can electrocute you. use metal ladder.

Do not install on a wet Wear shoes with rubber
or windy day or when
lightning or thunder
is in the area. Do not

soles and heels. Wear
protective clothing
including a long-sleeved
shirt and rubber gloves.

Installation Training Available at Andrew Institute

ATC300-1000/2000 Teletilt® Control System Computer Interface Setup

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1.0 Introduction

This bulletin provides a quick reference approach to establishing communication between the
ATC300-1000/2000 Teletilt® controller and a local PC/laptop (see Bulletin 639544 for the complete
user guide). Generally, the IP address is temporarily configured on the PC/laptop to be compatible
with the ATC300-1000/2000 controller.

Andrew Solutions has developed an IP configuration tool to provide a safe and easy method for
con-figuring the IP addressing on the PC/laptop. This bulletin covers setup using the Andrew IP Config
Tool program.

Pre-Installation Notes:

• The Andrew IP Config Tool is compatible with Windows® 2000 and Windows® XP.

• Andrew recommends that you register online to receive notifications for updates made to the
soft-ware file. It is also recommended that the Andrew web site be checked every 30 days for
updated software/documentation.

• Both +24 and -48 V dc connections for the power supply module are available. For proper

operation, ensure wires are connected with correct polarity.

• Before installing antennas equipped with actuators to the tower, each actuator should be
con-nected to the controller and tested for proper operation. A quick reference guide is
included with the ATC300-1000/2000 controller or Teletilt antenna.

• It is recommended that prior to antenna installation on the tower, the serial number, antenna
type, and location where the antenna will be installed on the tower be recorded on the Site
Configuration Worksheet provided.

2.0 Using Andrew IP Config Tool to Access Controller

1. Download Andrew IP Config Tool.

• From the Andrew Products tab on www.commscope.com, click on Antennas→Teletilt RET
System→ Downloads→RET Controller Software and Firmware. Scroll down to the ATC300-1000/2000
Teletilt® Rack Mount Controller link.

• Download these files to a local drive:

ATC300-1000/2000 software,
IP Configuration Software tool,
Documentation from the links provided.

• Unzip the ipconfigtool.exe file.

Double click this file and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the Andrew IP Config Tool
installation.