DTC Communications PD2TX250S Users manual
Palladium II Digital
COFDM Transmitter
Model Pd2-TX-250 250 mW Output
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486 Amherst Street
Nashua, New Hampshire 03063
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PN OP1920458 REV D
manual conventions
NOTE: Describes special issues you should be aware of
while using a particular function.
WARNING: Calls out situations in which equipment
could be damaged or a process could be incorrectly
implemented, but in which operator safety is not a
factor.
TIP: Describes application hints.
RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT
This Unit is NOT FCC-approved for body-worn
applications. A separation distance of at least 20 cm MUST
be maintained between the antenna and the body of the user or
nearby persons.
When the unit is used consistent with the two previous notices,
it complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment, per FCC Rules & Regulations, sections
1.1307, 2.1091 & 2.1093, as required by section 90.1217.
NOTE: This device is for occupational use only.
Occupational users are those persons who are exposed
as a consequence of their employment, provided these
persons are fully aware of and exercise control over
their exposure.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick Start ....................................................................................................................4-5
Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 5
Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 6
Operation ........................................................................................................................ 7
Using your Palladium II Transmitter ................................................................ 7
Changing your Transmitter Configuration .................................................... 7
Heat Sink ....................................................................................................................8-9
Components ..............................................................................................................10-11
Programming .............................................................................................................. 12-19
System PC Controller Application Software
Transmitter Control Application
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 20-21
Warranty ......................................................................................................................22
Contact Us ......................................................................................................................23
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NOTE: DO not allow the device to directly contact the
skin due to warm operating temperatures.
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TELEMETRY
CHANNEL
Palladium II
VIDEO TX
Antenna
Audio
Camer a
Power Supply
Power Option
QUICK START
A1
R/M
A2
L
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Palladium Transmitter, Top View
3
Complete these steps:
1 Connect the transmitter antenna to the SMA connector on the bottom of the Palladium
unit.
2 If you plan to use audio, connect one or two microphones to the Audio 1 and/or Audio 2
LEMO connectors. If using monaural, use Audio 1.
3 Connect power and video input via the Multi I/O cable to the 6-pin Hirose connector:
a Attach your camera video input (75 ohm composite video source in
PAL or NTSC) to the Multi I/O cable BNC connector.
b Apply the necessary power to your camera (use supplied cable or
external source) and turn ON.
c Attach a 12 VDC power source to the Multi I/O cable via the Molex
connector. The input voltage range is from 10 to 16 VDC.
WARNING: Do not apply power to the transmitter unless an antenna or nonradiating load is connected to the Antenna SMA connector.
Thermal Issues
Proper heat sink mounting is recommended for optimal performance. See page 8 for heat
sinking instructions.
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Typical Wiring Configuration
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TELEMETRY
CHANNEL
Palladium II
VIDEO TX
Audio
4 Set to the required configuration as indicated by the channel numbers. Refer to the
Programming section on page 10 for more information on channel settings. Your
Transmitter is now operational. Confirm its signal with your Palladium Receiver.
QUICK START
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Accessories
• 12 VDC 2.5A Power Supply & AC Line Cord
• Microphone
• Power & Video Cable
• Camera Power Cable (2.1 mm plug)
• DC Power Cable, flying lead
• Camera Power Cable, flying lead
• Programming Cable
• Antenna, ANT2A
• Palladium II Configuration Software
• 16-Pin Data Chaining & Control Connector Cable
• Transport Case
Antenna Connector
Palladium Pd2-TX-250 Transmitter,
Front View
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INTRODUCTION
TELEMETRY
CHANNEL
Palladium II
VIDEO TX
Audio
Palladium II
The Palladium II Series of digital video transmitters provide exceptional video quality in high
multipath environments. They are ideal for use inside buildings, in urban areas, and in other applications where multipath would normally cause video tearing or breakup.
All Palladium II Series transmitters offer three bandwidth modes: DVB-T (6, 7, 8 MHz), Narrow (2.5 MHz), and Ultra Narrow (1.25 MHz) channel spacing. DVB-T utilizes 2000 carriers to
transmit video and two channels of voice and data. Palladium II transmitters may be located
on adjacent channels without a guard band. AES 128-bit encryption ensures users of secure
communications.
The Palladium 250 is a small transmitter with a 250 mW RF power output. This unit is ideal for
concealments and shorter range robotic and UAV applications. The package is only 4.2” x 2.6” x
0.65” (approximate
dimensions not including connectors). Power consumption is 12 Watts maximum. All connections are conveniently located off the ends of the unit.
Palladium Pd2-TX-250
250-Milliwatt Digital Transmitter
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Using your Palladium II Transmitter
Follow the instructions given in the Quick Start section on pages 4-5. When power is first applied to the Palladium, the unit reverts to the indicated channel and RF ON state. The Alarm LED
may be ON, which indicates that there is no active video input.
Changing your Transmitter Configuration
The Palladium Transmitter can store up to 8 different configurations, which can be selected
with the Channel Control. Each of these configurations can be programmed into the Transmitter with the supplied DTC
Programming Software and a Windows PC. Refer to the Programming section on page 10 for
more information.
To cycle through your preconfigured channels rotate the knob to the next setting.
OPERATION
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HEAT SINK
2.530
3.935
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