Micom DS125W, TRK125W User Manual

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OPERATOR MANUAL

FOR

MICOM-Z

HF-SSB TRANSCEIVERS

Revision E

SEPTEMBER 2011

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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES

The following notations are used to place special emphasis on procedures, or to call attention to precautionary measures.

WARNING

An operating procedure, practice and so forth, which if not followed correctly, could result in personal injury, or loss of life.

CAUTION

An operating procedure, practice and so forth, which if not followed correctly, could result in damage to, or destruction of equipment.

NOTE

An operating procedure, condition and so forth, to which special attention should be paid.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

During transmission, high RF voltages may appear at the RF connectors of the transceiver, antenna tuner (ATU), the antenna cable, and on the antenna itself.

Avoid touching the antenna and the RF connectors of a radio set while it operates.

Make sure the antenna is not located near high-voltage lines.

Operating and maintenance personnel must be familiar with the applicable safety requirements and regulations before attempting to install or operate the radio set.

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SAFETY SUMMARY

The following are general safety precautions that are not related to any specific procedures and therefore do not appear elsewhere in this publication. These are recommended precautions that personnel must understand and apply during various phases of operation and maintenance.

KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS. Operating personnel must at all times observe all safety regulations. Do not replace components or make adjustments inside the equipment with the high voltage supply turned on. Under certain conditions, dangerous potentials may exist even when the power control is in the OFF position, due to charges retained by capacitors. To avoid casualties, always remove power and discharge and ground a circuit before touching it.

DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE. Under no circumstances should any person reach into the equipment enclosure for the purpose of servicing or adjusting the equipment except in the presence of someone who is capable of rendering aid.

RESUSCITATION. Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with modern methods of resuscitation.

USE SAFETY APPROVED EQUIPMENT. When cleaners and primers are being applied, approved explosion-proof lights, blowers, and other equipment shall be used. Insure that firefighting equipment is readily available and in working order.

GIVE CLEANERS SPECIAL CARE. Keep cleaners in special polyethylene bottles or in safety cans and in minimum quantities. Discard soiled cleaning cloths into safety cans.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1-1. SCOPE .......................................................................................................................... 1-1

1-2. OVERVIEW OF MICOM-Z CAPABILITIES ................................................................... 1-1

1-3. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................ 1-3

1-3.1 Options and Accessories............................................................................... 1-3

1-3.2 Micom-Z Transceiver..................................................................................... 1-4

1-3.3 Installation Accessories ................................................................................. 1-5

1-4. TYPICAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS ...................................................................... 1-6

1-5. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................... 1-9

CHAPTER 2 OPERATING PROCEDURES

2-1. SCOPE .......................................................................................................................... 2-1

2-2. FAMILIARIZATION WITH EQUIPMENT PANELS........................................................ 2-1

2-2.1 Dash-Mount Model, Front Panel.................................................................... 2-1

2-2.2 Trunk-Mount Model ....................................................................................... 2-2

2-2.3 Rear Panel (All Models)................................................................................. 2-3

2-3. FAMILIARIZATION WITH MICOM-Z OPERATING PROCEDURES............................ 2-4

2-3.1 Display Functions .......................................................................................... 2-4

2-3.2 Using the Keypad .......................................................................................... 2-5

2-3.3 Function Keys................................................................................................ 2-6

2-3.4 Options Scroll Key ......................................................................................... 2-6

2-3.5 Up/Down Scroll Keys..................................................................................... 2-6

2-3.6 Selection from List of Predetermined Values ................................................ 2-7

2-3.7 Toggle Mode.................................................................................................. 2-7

2-3.8 Alphanumeric Edit Mode................................................................................ 2-7

2-3.9 Numeric Edit Mode ........................................................................................ 2-7

2-3.10 Audible Indications......................................................................................... 2-8

2-4. MENU STRUCTURE..................................................................................................... 2-9

2-4.1 Displaying the Main Menu.............................................................................. 2-9

2-4.2 What you can Select on the Main Menu........................................................ 2-9

2-4.3 Notational Convention ................................................................................. 2-10

2-5. GETTING STARTED................................................................................................... 2-11

2-5.1 Turning the Radio On and Off ..................................................................... 2-11

2-5.2 Transmitting and Receiving ......................................................................... 2-12

2-5.3 Radio Filter Bandwidth and Service Type.................................................... 2-12

2-6. USING THE CHANNEL MODE ................................................................................... 2-13

2-6.1 Selecting the Channel Mode........................................................................ 2-13

2-6.2 Channel Mode Options................................................................................ 2-14

2-6.3 Choosing a Different Channel ..................................................................... 2-16

2-7. USING THE FREQUENCY MODE.............................................................................. 2-17

2-7.1 Frequency Mode Options ............................................................................ 2-17

2-7.2 Selecting Operating Frequency in the FREQ Mode .................................... 2-18

2-7.3 VFO Operation............................................................................................. 2-20

2-7.4 Storing Frequencies..................................................................................... 2-20

2-8. USING THE SCAN MODE .......................................................................................... 2-21

2-9. USING THE GPS RECEIVER (OPTIONAL) ............................................................... 2-23

2-9.1 Overview of GPS Receiver Functions ......................................................... 2-23

2-9.2 How to Get the Best Results from your Micom-Z GPS Receiver ................ 2-23

2-9.3 Operating the GPS Receiver ....................................................................... 2-23

2-10. LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE RADIO ......................................................................... 2-26

2-11. CHANGING THE PASSWORD ................................................................................... 2-27

2-12. USING AUTOMATIC LINK ESTABLISHMENT (ALE)................................................. 2-28

2-12.1 Enabling the ALE Mode............................................................................... 2-28

2-12.2 ALE Mode Options....................................................................................... 2-29

2-12.3 Receiving and Transmitting Calls in ALE Mode .......................................... 2-30

2-12.4 Using ALE Mode to Send and Request GPS Position Data ........................ 2-49

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2-13. USING THE CCIR MODE ........................................................................................... 2-51

2-13.1 Enabling the CCIR Mode............................................................................. 2-51

2-13.2 CCIR Mode Options..................................................................................... 2-52

2-13.3 Using the CCIR Scanning Mode.................................................................. 2-53

2-13.4 Using CCIR Channel Mode (Without Scanning).......................................... 2-55

2-13.5 Working with Stack Memory ........................................................................ 2-56

2-13.6 Receiving and Transmitting AMD Messages............................................... 2-57

2-13.7 Transmitting Beacon Calls........................................................................... 2-58

2-13.8 Receiving and Transmitting Emergency Calls............................................. 2-59

2-13.9 Using CCIR Mode to Send and Receive GPS Position Data ...................... 2-60

CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION

3-1. SCOPE .......................................................................................................................... 3-1

3-2. UNPACKING ................................................................................................................. 3-1

3-3. INSTALLATION PLANNING GUIDELINES................................................................... 3-2

3-3.1 Location ......................................................................................................... 3-2

3-3.2 Power Requirements ..................................................................................... 3-2

3-3.3 Grounding...................................................................................................... 3-3

3-3.4 Vehicular Noise Reduction ............................................................................ 3-3

3-3.5 Antenna and Antenna Tuner Unit (ATU) ....................................................... 3-3

3-3.6 GPS Antenna................................................................................................. 3-4

3-3.7 Cooling........................................................................................................... 3-5

3-3.8 Installation Data............................................................................................. 3-5

3-3.9 Mounting Trays.............................................................................................. 3-6

3-4. INSTALLATION OF DASH-MOUNT MICOM-Z MODEL ON BASIC TRAY .................. 3-8

3-5. INSTALLATION OF TRUNK-MOUNT MICOM-Z MODEL ON BASIC TRAY ............. 3-11

3-6. INSTALLATION OF MICOM-Z ON COOLING TRAY ................................................. 3-13

3-7. CHECKING INSTALLED EQUIPMENT....................................................................... 3-14

3-7.1 Operational Checks ..................................................................................... 3-14

3-7.2 What to Do If ............................................................................................... 3-14

CHAPTER 4 USING THE PROGRAMMING MODE

4-1. SCOPE .......................................................................................................................... 4-1

4-2. THE PROG MENU ........................................................................................................ 4-2

4-3. PROGRAMMING THE RADIO PARAMETERS ............................................................ 4-3

4-3.1 Programming Channels................................................................................. 4-5

4-3.2 Configuring Radio Parameters ...................................................................... 4-6

4-3.3 Setting Radio Options.................................................................................... 4-7

4-4. ALE PROGRAMMING................................................................................................... 4-8

4-4.1 Programming Nets....................................................................................... 4-10

4-4.2 Setting the Net Options................................................................................ 4-12

4-4.3 Directory Parameters................................................................................... 4-12

4-4.4 AMD Message Configuration....................................................................... 4-12

4-4.5 ALE Options Configuration .......................................................................... 4-13

4-4.6 Auto Dial Parameters .................................................................................. 4-14

4-4.7 Storing ALE parameters .............................................................................. 4-15

4-4.8 Using the New Station Address Filter.......................................................... 4-15

4-5. CCIR PROGRAMMING............................................................................................... 4-16

4-6. CONFIGURING CCIR SELF-ADDRESSES................................................................ 4-17

4-6.1 CCIR Addressing Plan................................................................................. 4-17

4-6.2 Configuring the Self-Address....................................................................... 4-20

4-6.3 Configuring Directory Entries....................................................................... 4-21

4-6.4 Configuring Channels .................................................................................. 4-21

4-6.5 Configuring AMD Messages........................................................................ 4-22

4-6.6 Configuring the External Alarm Feature ...................................................... 4-22

4-6.7 Configuring the Beacon Feature.................................................................. 4-23

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APPENDIX A ALE CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES

A-1. SCOPE ..........................................................................................................................A-1

A-2. SCANNING.................................................................................................................... A-1

A-3. SOUNDING ................................................................................................................... A-1

A-3.1 Sounding Cycle Time..................................................................................... A-1

A-3.2 Manual Sounding...........................................................................................A-2

A-4. LQA MEMORY .............................................................................................................. A-3

A-5. BIDIRECTIONAL HANDSHAKE....................................................................................A-3

A-6. SELECTIVE CALLING ..................................................................................................A-4

A-6.1 ALE Addressing Method................................................................................A-4

A-6.2 Address and Call Types................................................................................. A-4

A-7. MESSAGES...................................................................................................................A-8

A-8. USING THE CALLER STACK .......................................................................................A-8

A-9. QUICK CALL ................................................................................................................. A-8

APPENDIX B CONNECTOR DATA

B-1. MICOM-Z TRANSCEIVER CONNECTORS .................................................................B-1

B-1.1 Microphone Connector ..................................................................................B-1

B-1.2 Antenna Connector........................................................................................B-1

B-1.3 ACCESSORY Connector............................................................................... B-1

B-1.4 VDC IN Power Connector..............................................................................B-3

B-2. COOLING TRAY CONNECTORS................................................................................. B-3

B-2.1 44-Pin/25-Pin Adapter Cable.........................................................................B-3

B-2.2 ACCESSORY Connector............................................................................... B-4

B-2.3 Headphone Jack............................................................................................B-4

B-2.4 Telegraphy (Morse) Jack...............................................................................B-4

APPENDIX C OVER-THE-AIR REMOTE DISABLE FUNCTION

C-1. SCOPE..........................................................................................................................C-1

C-2. OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................C-1

C-3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................................C-1

C-4. RESTORING THE RADIO TO NORMAL OPERATION................................................C-1

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

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Figure 1-1. Typical Trunk-Mount Micom-Z Installation................................................................................ 1-6

Figure 1-2. Typical Dash-Mount Micom-Z Installation................................................................................. 1-7

Figure 1-3. Typical Dash-Mount Micom-Z Installation Using FAD1410..................................................... 1-8

Figure 2-1. Main Menu.................................................................................................................................. 2-9

Figure 2-2. Channel (CHAN) Menu............................................................................................................ 2-14

Figure 2-3. FREQ (Frequency) Menu ........................................................................................................ 2-17

Figure 2-4. GPS Menu ................................................................................................................................2-24

Figure 2-5. ALE Operator Menu................................................................................................................. 2-29

Figure 2-6. CCIR Operator Menu............................................................................................................... 2-52

Figure 3-1. FPN5600 Power Supply Connections....................................................................................... 3-2

Figure 3-2. Suggested Mobile Installations Using ATU............................................................................... 3-4

Figure 3-3. Suggested Mobile Installations Using FAD1410 ...................................................................... 3-4

Figure 3-4. Dash-Mount Micom-Z Dimensions ........................................................................................... 3-5

Figure 3-5. Installation Data for Trunk-Mount Control Head....................................................................... 3-6

Figure 3-6. Hole Pattern for Basic Mounting Tray .......................................................................................3-6

Figure 3-7. Cooling Tray ...............................................................................................................................3-7

Figure 3-8. Cooling Tray Dimensions and Mounting Hole Pattern .............................................................3-7

Figure 3-9. Typical Dash-Mount Micom-Z Installation Diagram (Basic Tray) ............................................ 3-8

Figure 3-10. Typical Dash-Mount Micom-Z Installation within Vehicle......................................................... 3-9

Figure 3-11. Typical Trunk-Mount Micom-Z Installation Diagram...............................................................3-11

Figure 3-12. Typical Trunk-Mount Micom-Z Installation within Vehicle (Basic Tray) ................................. 3-12

Figure 4-1. PROG Menu – Radio Parameters Programming..................................................................... 4-3

Figure 4-2. PROG Menu – ALE Parameters Programming ....................................................................... 4-8

Figure 4-3. PROG Menu – CCIR Parameters Programming................................................................... 4-16

Figure 4-4. Groups and Sub-Groups in Four-Digit CCIR Addressing Plan..............................................4-19

Figure 4-5. Groups and Sub-Groups in Six-Digit CCIR Addressing Plan ................................................4-19

Figure A-1. Network Occupancy...................................................................................................................A-2

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LIST OF TABLES

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Table 1-1. Available Options........................................................................................................................1-3

Table 1-2. Accessories ................................................................................................................................1-3

Table 3-1. Preliminary Troubleshooting Chart.......................................................................................... 3-15

Table 3-2. Fault Messages........................................................................................................................ 3-15

Table 3-3. Error Codes .............................................................................................................................. 3-17

Table 4-1. Four-Digit CCIR Addressing Plan............................................................................................4-18

Table 4-2. Six-Digit CCIR Addressing Plan.............................................................................................. 4-18

Table A-1. Use of “@” Stuffing Symbol .......................................................................................................A-5

Table A-2. Use of “?” Wildcard Symbol.......................................................................................................A-6

Table B-1. Microphone Connector, Pin Functions......................................................................................B-1

Table B-2. ACCESSORY Connector, Pin Functions..................................................................................B-1

Table B-3. VDC IN Power Connector, Pin Functions.................................................................................B-3

Table B-4. 44-Pin/25-Pin Adapter Cable Wiring Diagram..........................................................................B-3

Table B-5. 25-Pin ACCESSORY Connector, Pin Functions......................................................................B-4

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CHAPTER 1

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1-1. SCOPE

This manual provides instructions regarding the installation and operator maintenance of the Micom-Z family of adaptive high-frequency (HF) single sideband (SSB) radio sets. The manual is organized as follows:

Chapter 1 General Description: provides a general description of the Micom-Z and its main

components, and presents the main technical characteristics.

Chapter 2 Operating Procedures: provides the information needed to familiarize with the

Micom-Z panels, general procedures for using the Micom-Z keypad and display to perform any desired task, and detailed operating procedures for each main radio operating mode.

Chapter 3 Installation: provides installation instructions for Micom-Z in fixed and mobile

applications.

Chapter 4 Using the Programming Mode: provides detailed instructions for programming the

Micom-Z parameters needed in the various operating modes.

Appendix A ALE Capabilities and Features: provides a concise description of the ALE

capabilities and features supported by Micom-Z.

Appendix B Connector Data: provides information on pin assignment and pin functions in the

Micom-Z connectors, and its accessories.

Appendix C Over-the-Air Remote Disable Function: describes the over-the-air remote disable

capability of Micom-Z.

1-2. OVERVIEW OF MICOM-Z CAPABILITIES

Micom-Z is a state-of-art family of adaptive HF/SSB radio sets designed to meet the demanding requirements of the operational environment. Using advanced digital signal processing (DSP) techniques, Micom-Z offers reliable long-range communication for voice, data, and telegraphy (CW) using upper sideband (USB), lower sideband (LSB), amplitude modulation equivalent (AME), and pilot modes of operation.

Micom-Z radio sets provide a complete solution to traditional HF communication problems while allowing user-friendly, easy operation even for unskilled users. Micom-Z radio sets have been specifically designed to satisfy all the needs of short, medium and long range communication in the crowded HF band.

The main characteristics of the Micom-Z family are described below:

• Micom-Z transceivers are offered in two flexible configurations: dash-mount and trunk-mount,

designed to fit both fixed and mobile installations. To simplify installation, the transceivers can also provide power through the RF cable to a compatible ATU.

• User-Friendly Operation. Designed to render its cutting-edge features usable by unskilled users,

the Micom-Z has an intelligent, state-of-the-art, menu-driven man-machine interface (MMI) that is easy to master, and intuitive to use. The MMI is based on a large digital front-panel display with four soft keys, and a standard 16-key keypad; the only additional front-panel control is the radio ON/OFF switch.

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The MMI enables the operator to perform any desired action easily and efficiently, for example, select the desired operating mode, define or modify the parameters to be used on each preset channel, etc. Many improvements based on user feedback have been incorporated in the MMI, as a part of an ongoing evaluation program.

In addition, Micom-Z radio sets enable PC control and programming, via an RS-232 interface.

• Robust, Reliable Link Establishment. Micom-Z radio sets support Automatic Link Establishment

(ALE) per MIL-STD-188-141B (the required software is supplied embedded as a standard), ALE operation is very simple, and can be easily used even by unskilled operators.

In addition, Micom-Z also supports CCIR 493 SelCal (selective calling) with 4-digit and 6-digit addressing per UN-WGET Interoperability Agreement, and beacon calls.

Both ALE and CCIR 493 SelCal are interoperable with all the major suppliers supporting the standards. When operating in the ALE or CCIR modes, Micom-Z provide an over-the-air remote disable function: an authorized radio set can transmit a command to a radio which has been lost or stolen to disable all the radio programmable parameters.

• Internal GPS Receiver. The Micom-Z can be ordered with an optional integral Global Positioning

System (GPS) receiver. In addition to presenting the GPS information on the display, the ALE AMD or the CCIR 493 Recall GPS call messaging platforms can be used to enable any station to generate a request for GPS location from any other station in the network.

The GPS receiver uses a compact, light-weight patch antenna with magnetic mount.

• High Reliability and Cost-Effective Logistics. The modular, 3-board design of the Micom-Z

family, with its high MTBF and low MTTR, offers outstanding reliability in field conditions and cost-effective logistic support.

A comprehensive multilevel built-in test (BIT) subsystem helps the user to identify faulty modules in the field, and ensures complete functional testing after module replacement. The BIT also provides valuable information to higher echelon maintenance personnel, without requiring module-level test equipment.

The Micom-Z family is based on a common transceiver, available in two mounting versions:

• Dash-mount version – a transceiver with

built-in front panel, for fixed and mobile applications.

• Trunk-mount version – a transceiver with a

separate control box that is similar to the dash-mount front panel but requires an external speaker, saves valuable cabin space in mobile use.

NOTE

The audio accessories are for illustration purposes only, and may vary in accordance with preferences.

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1-3. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

This section describes the main equipment units of the Micom-Z radio set, and lists the options and accessories available for ordering.

1-3.1 Options and Accessories

The following tables list the options and accessories that can be ordered for Micom-Z. Contact the manufacturer or your local representative if you need an option or accessory not listed below.

Table 1-1. Available Options

Option Mfg. Cat. No. Description

G434 2072-09870-30 PC-based control and programming software package

S809 2072-09048-00 Interface cable kit for CW key and headphones

G431 2072-09197-10 Internal GPS receiver with polling application

FRN8525 2072-09460-00 Vocoder with digital audio quality enhancer (subject to export

license), includes interface cable and operator manual

FVN5228 2072-09780-00 Digital Advanced Encryption Standard option for FRN8525

(subject to export license)

FRN8526 2072-09720-00 4800bps single-tone high speed data modem (MDM4800) with

Micom-Net E-mail Gateway software package

FVN5229 2072-09790-00 Digital Advanced Encryption Standard option for FRN8526

(subject to export license)

FRN8527 2072-09820-00 4800bps single-tone high speed data modem (MDM4800) with

Micom-Net E-mail Gateway software package integrated with vocoder and digital voice quality enhancer

FVN5230 2072-09800-00 Digital Advanced Encryption Standard option for FRN8527

(subject to export license)

Table 1-2. Accessories

Option Mfg. Cat. No. Description

Mobile Station Accessories

FAD1410 2072-09010-20 Automatic tuning whip antenna

F2265 2072-09030-10 Automatic antenna tuner

FAD1400 2072-92270-10 12 ft whip antenna (not required for FAD1410)

FLN3660 2072-90174-00 Cooling tray

FLN2818 2072-09676-00 1.6 – 30MHz, 125W PEP/average heavy duty automatic antenna

tuner for fixed and mobile installations, for use in data system applications. Includes 30m RF coaxial cable and operator manual (requires long wire or whip antenna)

HSN1600 2072-90410-00 External speaker

Fixed Station Accessories

FMN5542 2072-09803-00 Desk microphone

– 2072-09031-10 Kit for continuous duty data transmission, includes junction box

FPN5600 2072-09736-00 110/220VAC AC power supply

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1-3.2 Micom-Z Transceiver

The Micom-Z transceiver is a complete HF/SSB receiver-transmitter capable of receiving and transmitting voice, data, and continuous-wave (CW) telegraphy using upper-sideband (USB), lower-sideband (LSB), AME and pilot carrier modulation. High selectivity and a wide dynamic range ensure clear, undisturbed signal reception.

The transmit power can be selected by the operator for optimum transmission performance (125 W PEP for maximum range; 100 W, 60 W or 25 W to reduce interference to nearby stations, and decrease power dissipation).

The transmitter includes thermal protection. If, for any reason, the transmitter internal temperature exceeds the maximum permitted temperature, the output power is automatically reduced to avoid any fault due to excessive heat. Antenna mismatch protection is also included: if the antenna VSWR is too high, the transmit power will also be automatically reduced to avoid damage.

The transceiver nominal output impedance is 50 Ω, and therefore it can be directly connected to broadband antennas (dipoles, traveling wave antennas, delta and semi-delta antennas). For mobile service using whip antennas, an external antenna tuning unit (ATU) is necessary. Suitable ATUs are available on order.

Micom-Z utilizes digital signal processing for implementing most of the receiver functions, e.g., demodulation, narrow band filtering, automatic gain control, tunable notch filter, squelch, etc. The digital syllabic (speech identifier) squelch is activated whenever speech is identified, thus opening the audio path. However, if speech is not received, the audio path is muted, thus preventing background noise from disturbing the operator.

In addition, Micom-Z uses ClearCom, a voice communication denoising algorithm that uses advanced digital signal processing to remove background noise and dramatically enhance the received voice clarity and intelligibility. This means that you can receive clear voice even with weak signals. Since all the processing takes place within the receiving Micom-Z, ClearCom enhances any voice transmission irrespective of the type of far radio set.

Moreover, ClearCom operates only on voice traffic, therefore it can be used even when using ALE or CCIR automatic link establishment protocols, and does not interfere in any way with data or vocoder transmissions. Therefore, you should enable ClearCom whenever the reception is weak: when communication conditions are good, ClearCom is not needed and will not make any difference.

NOTE

The ClearCom feature replaces the noise blanking feature, which is effective only for reducing engine noises.

Micom-Z internal GPS receiver (optional) is a standard L1-band C/A SPS receiver that can provide navigation and time-of-day data. The minimum number of satellites that must be received is four, but the receiver can simultaneously receive and process a larger number of satellites, thereby improving the positioning accuracy. When using the ALE or CCIR mode, the positioning data can be sent, upon request, to other radio sets.

The optional GPS receiver is supplied with an omnidirectional GPS antenna with magnetic mount, which can be located at up to 5 meters (15 feet) from Micom-Z.

Two dedicated connectors located on the rear panel provide a connection point for connecting data equipment, and other user’s equipment.

The transceiver is powered from 13.8 VDC (nominal) (negative pole grounded). The transceiver can also provide DC power to a compatible ATU, through the RF cable.

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1-3.3 Installation Accessories

Two mounting trays, which can be used for both trunk-mount and dash-mount Micom-Z versions are offered:

• Basic mounting tray, provides mechanical

support for installing a Micom-Z. Supplied as standard with the trunk-mount version.

• Mounting tray with a cooling fan (cooling tray),

recommended when Micom-Z is used for data transmission, and other applications that require continuous transmission during prolonged periods. The fan is powered by Micom-Z through a short cable connected to its rear ACCESSORY connector.

The tray includes a 25-pin ACCESSORY connector, which provides access to all the signal and control lines in the rear 44-pin ACCESSORY connector of Micom-Z.

In addition, the cooling tray provides front jacks for connecting a headphone set and a Morse key.

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Basic Mounting

ANT

Connector

Microphone

Antenna

1-4. TYPICAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS

Figure 1-1 shows a typical trunk-mount Micom-Z installation, and Figure 1-2 shows a typical dash-mount installation. Both figures illustrate installations with the ATU installed inside the vehicle.

Whip

Antenna

GPS

Antenna (Option)

Grounding

Strap

Outside the Car

ATU

ACCESSORY

Connector

GPS Antenna

Connector

Ferrite

Connector

DC Power Cable

12 VDC Battery

VDC IN

Tray

Figure 1-1. Typical Trunk-Mount Micom-Z Installation

Trunk Compartment

Grounding

Strap

Cable

Passenger

Compartment

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ANT

Connector

Microphone

Control Head Cable

DC Power Cable

12 VDC Battery

Whip

Antenna

Speaker

Antenna

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GPS Antenna (Option)

Grounding

Strap

Outside the Car

Trunk Compartment

GPS Antenna

Connector

Ferrite

Basic

Mounting

Tray

ACCESSORY

Connector

VDC IN

ATU

Grounding

Strap

Cable

Passenger Compartment

Ferrite

Control Head

Speaker

Jack

Speaker

Plug

Figure 1-2. Typical Dash-Mount Micom-Z Installation

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VDC IN

Trunk Compartment

ANT

Connector

Microphone

Control Head Cable

DC Power Cable

12 VDC Battery

Ferrite

Speaker

Figure 1-3 shows a typical dash-mount installation using the Wideband Mobile Automatic Antenna System, FAD1410, offered for Micom-Z radio sets (refer to the FAD1410 Owner’s Guide for details).

FAD1410 Antenna

System

GPS Antenna (Option)

Outside the Car

Grounding

Strap

Grounding

Strap

Passenger Compartment

Antenna Cable

Control Head

GPS Antenna

Connector

Ferrite

Basic

Mounting

Tray

ACCESSORY

Connector

Figure 1-3. Typical Dash-Mount Micom-Z Installation Using FAD1410

Jack

Plug

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General

Transmit Frequency Range 1.6 to 30 MHz

Receive Frequency Range 0.1 to 30 MHz (0.1 to 1.6 MHz reduced

performance)

RF Input Impedance

Number of Channels

50 Ω

• 200 simplex or half duplex, user

programmable.

• Up to 1000 nets/channel with QuickNet ALE

Scanning

• 5 groups with up to 100 channels per group,

including 1 guard channel.

• Programmable scan rate: 1 to 5 sec. per

channel, in 1 sec. steps

Frequency Stability vs.

0.6 ppm (0.3 ppm optional)

Temperature

Frequency Drift (Aging) 1 ppm/year

Synthesizer Lock Time 10 msec. max.

Frequency Resolution 10 Hz

Modes of Operation

• SSB – J3E

• PILOT – R3E

• AME – H3E

• CW – J2A

ALE MIL-STD-188-141B with Adaptive Multiple

Networks (QuickNet)

Transmitter

SelCal per CCIR Rec. 493, 4-digit and 6-digit addressing

UN-WGET Interoperability Agreement, supports beacon calls and GPS calls

Data Interface RS-232C

Remote Control Interface RS-232C (optional)

GPS Receiver Standard L1-band C/A SPS receiver

Supply Voltage

13.8 VDC ±20%, negative ground

Output Power 125W PEP

Reduced Output Power Levels 4 user programmable levels

Half-power Microphone

25 to 125 mV (RMS)/600 Ω

Sensitivity

Audio Bandwidth

Voice 350 to 2700 Hz at -6 dB

HS (high sensitivity) Voice 450 to 1500 Hz

CW 650 to 1150 Hz

Data 350 to 3300 Hz

Audio Bandwidth Ripple 3 dB

Intermodulation -31 dB/P.E.P

Harmonic Emissions -45 dB/P.E.P

Spurious Emissions -64 dB/P.E.P

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Receiver

Carrier Suppression -50 dB/P.E.P

Undesired Sideband

-55 dB/P.E.P

Suppression

Hum and Ripple -50 dB

Inband Noise -60 dB (30 Hz BW)

TX/RX Switching Time 10 msec

Sensitivity (SINAD) SSB

0.25 µV for 10 dB SINAD

Voice IF Filter Bandwidth User-selectable (high sensitivity or 2.7 kHz)

Selectivity (2.7 kHz Filter)

• -6 dB @ 350 to 2700 Hz

• -60 dB @ -1 kHz; +4 kHz

Image Rejection -80 dB

IF Rejection -85 dB

Undesired Sideband Rejection -55 dB @ 1 kHz frequency difference

Spurious -80 dB

Intermodulation -80 dB

Crossmodulation -100 dB @ ±100 kHz

Desensitization -100 dB @ ±100 kHz

Environment

Reciprocal Mixing -100 dB @ ±100 kHz

Audio Power at Speaker 5 W @ 2.5% distortion

Squelch Syllabic

Clarifier Range

±200 Hz, in 10-Hz steps

Operating Temperature Range -30º to 60ºC

Storage Temperature Range -40º to 85ºC

Humidity

Max. 95% at 50°C

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A set of keys used to

enter alphanumeric data

Cancels the last action/entry and

ESC Key

when available

CHAPTER 2

OPERATING PROCEDURES

2-1. SCOPE

In this Chapter, you can find …

• information needed to familiarize with the equipment panels – para. 2-2

• procedures for using the Micom-Z keypad and display to perform any desired task – para. 2-3,

2-4, and para. 2-10, 2-11

• how to start using a radio ready for operation (i.e., a radio installed in accordance with Chapter 3

and programmed in accordance with Chapter 4) – para. 2-5

• specific operating procedures for each main operating mode of the radio:

 Channel mode – para. 2-6

 Frequency mode – para. 2-7

 Scan mode – para. 2-8

 ALE mode – para. 2-12

 CCIR mode – para. 2-13.

• procedures for using the GPS receiver – para. 2-9.

2-2. FAMILIARIZATION WITH EQUIPMENT PANELS

2-2.1 Dash-Mount Model, Front Panel

ON/OFF Switch

Turns radio on and off

Volume Control

Buttons

Slot for

Optional SD

Memory Card

Display

UP/DOWN Keys

Used to scroll values

reverts to previous screen/value

MENU Key

Displays the main menu

Esc

ALM GPS

Internal Speaker

Microphone Connector

Connector for microphone with PTT and cable to RSS

F3F2F1

Function Keys

Activate different functions, as displayed next to each key

Displays additional menu options,

MORE Key

Keypad

Not used

ENTER Key

Saves the selection and/or value

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Keypad

Cancels the last action/entry and

ESC Key

when available

2-2.2 Trunk-Mount Model

Control Head Front Panel

reverts to previous screen/value

Volume Control

Buttons

ON/OFF Switch

Turns radio on and off

Microphone Connector

Connector for microphone with PTT and cable to RSS

Slot for

Optional SD

Memory Card

F2F1

Function Keys

Activate different functions, as displayed next to each key

Display

Displays additional menu options,

UP/DOWN Keys

Used to scroll values

A set of keys used to enter alphanumeric data

MORE Key

MENU Key

Displays the main menu

Esc

ALM GPS

ENTER Key

Saves the selection and/or value

Not used

Transceiver Front Panel

Connection to Control Head

and Speaker

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2-2.3 Rear Panel (All Models)

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Item Function

1 GPS Antenna Connector Connection to optional GPS antenna

2 ACCESSORY Connector 44-pin male D-type connector, used to connect the radio to

external accessories such as personal computers, MRC, etc.

3 ANT Connector N-type female connector for connection to antenna or optional

antenna tuner

4 VDC IN Connector 2-pin D-type male connector for connection of DC power source.

Nominal voltage (12V) is marked under the connector

5 DATA Connector Not used

6 Grounding Screw Connection of ground to the radio case

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Strong received signal

Full transmit power

2-3. FAMILIARIZATION WITH MICOM-Z OPERATING PROCEDURES

This section provides general procedures that will help you start using your radio and get the most of its advanced features. Most of the activities that can be performed by you (selection of operating mode, programming, testing, etc.) are done using the keypad together with the navigation and function keys, and the front panel display.

To simplify operation, Micom-Z function keys operate as soft keys and therefore they permit you control the radio simply and efficiently, using a menu-driven mode that guides you and helps you make the required selections. “Menu-driven” simply means that whenever you must select a parameter, an operating mode, etc., you select it from a list of allowed values displayed on the front panel display, thereby reducing the chance of error:

• To make a selection, you use navigation keys to reach the desired parameter value or action, and

then confirm the selection by pressing the ENTER key.

• To go back to previous options, or cancel the current selection or action, press the ESC

Esc

2-3.1 Display Functions

2-3.1.1 Display Organization

CH 1

BAND

No. Designation Description

1 Mode Indicator Indicates the current working mode (e.g., channel, frequency, ALE,

etc.) or the action being performed (e.g., programming, testing, etc.)

2 Work Area Displays information on the current working mode, the main operating

parameters, etc. It also includes icons that identify the active options, and status

3 Level Indicator In the transmit mode, displays the relative transmit power.

In the receive mode, displays the relative received signal strength

4 Tx Bar Appears when the radio is transmitting

key.

2-3.1.2 RF Level Indications

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5 Options Display Bar Displays a list of options you can select, by pressing the corresponding

function key, in the current working mode

Indication Meaning

Received RF signal strength indication, displayed when the radio is in the receive mode. The number of bars provides a relative indication,

Weak received signal

which may fluctuate as a result of fading, etc.

Transmit bar, appears when the radio is switched to the transmit mode (for example, when the PTT is pressed). Its length indicates the maximum radio transmit power in the selected mode (MAX, HIGH, MED

Relative transmit power

Low transmit power

Reflected power

or LO). The number of bars indicates the instantaneous relative transmit output power, and therefore it fluctuates as a result of modulation. The relative reflected power is indicated by the base line: its length indicates the fraction of power reflected because of antenna VSWR (the length should be small relative to the total height of the transmit bar, which is proportional to the forward power)

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2-3.1.3 Icons

Micom-Z displays icons in two areas: to the right of the channel number, and in the area just above the options display bar (at the left-hand side).

Icon Description

LSB mode

USB mode

Squelch enabled

ClearCom function enabled

Notch filter enabled

Indicates that a special-purpose filter (any filter except the 2.7 kHz filter) is in use

Clarifier enabled

ALE or CCIR stack stores messages

AGC mode set to OFF or FAST

Monitoring enabled

2-3.1.4 Message Attached Alert

When a message is attached to the received call (an option available for ALE calls even if you are using the Channel mode, and for the CCIR mode), an exclamation sign ! appears to the left of the originating station name.

You can view the message contents after you accept the call.

2-3.2 Using the Keypad

Each key is imprinted with a numeral and several letters. These characters are accessed in clockwise order, as follows:

• A single key press enters the numeral or symbol

• Two consecutive key presses enter the first letter

• Three consecutive key presses enter the second letter

• Four consecutive key presses enter the third letter

• Five consecutive key presses enter the fourth letter

• To enter a blank space, press

twice.

H I

FROM

Esc

ALM GPS

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Down

When entering frequencies, use the

key as a decimal point, if needed. In the ALE mode, the

key is also used to enter a wild-card character (? or @).

To enter the ampersand @ symbol, press the

key twice.

Example: To enter a number in a field, or edit (change) the number, you type the desired digits on the keypad.

Example: To enter an alphanumeric string in a field, or edit a string, you type the desired alphanumeric character by pressing the appropriate key several times in sequence. For example, to enter “MIKE 01”:

Press

twice (for the letter M).

four times (for the letter I).

three times (for the letter K).

three times (for the letter E).

Press 0 twice (for the blank space).

Press 0 once (for the numeral 0).

Press 1 once (for the numeral 1).

2-3.3 Function Keys

The function keys F1, F2, F3, and F4, appearing under the display, are soft keys used to select options or actions which depend on the current radio mode. The current function of each key is shown in the options

BITE

area of the display, above the key. For example, on the BITE screen you can press F1 to start the full BIT test.

If a certain function key is not used, no label appears above the key

CHANFULL L. RF

(see for example F4), and pressing that key has no effect.

2-3.4 Options Scroll Key

When more than four options are available in the options area of the display, press the MORE key to display the additional options.

To return to the first option, press the ESC key.

2-3.5 Up/Down Scroll Keys

The up and down scroll keys are used to scroll between values that are already programmed into the radio.

Examples:

• In the Channel mode, pressing the up or down scroll key once lets you view the

previous, respectively next, programmed channel. Pressing either key continuously scrolls the channels in the selected direction.

• In the Frequency mode, you can change the frequency in the corresponding direction.

• In the radio Programming mode, you can use these keys to scroll among the

programmable parameters.

• When displaying GPS data, you can use these keys to toggle the display format.

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2-3.6 Selection from List of Predetermined Values

When the parameter you want to change can assume only one of several predetermined values, you select the desired value by pressing function keys:

• F1 enters the lowest possible value, or OFF

• F4 enters the highest possible value

• F2 and F3 increments, respectively, decrements, the value. When you reach either end, the

corresponding key disappears.

You cannot use the keypad to enter a value for such parameters.

2-3.7 Toggle Mode

When the function being set can only be toggled on or off, one function key will be marked YES and another NO.

To expedite turning on and off often-used functions (for example, turn the squelch on or off) only one key is used. In this case, just press the key assigned to the function to be toggled: the new state is shown for a few seconds, and then disappears as it takes effect immediately.

2-3.8 Alphanumeric Edit Mode

When you need to enter an alphanumeric string in a field, or edit a string, you select each desired alphanumeric character on the keypad as explained above. A blinking cursor _ indicates the location being edited.

In addition, the following edit function keys are available:

SAVE

< − −

< − −< − −

− − >

− − >− − >

CLR

Saves editing changes (equivalent to pressing the ENTER key).

Used to move the cursor backwards and forwards. When you reach either end, the corresponding key disappears.

Pressing this key momentarily erases the digit/letter at which the cursor is presently located, and shifts the entire field one place to the left.

Pressing this key continuously clears the entire field.

2-3.9 Numeric Edit Mode

When you need to enter a number in a field, or edit the number, you type the desired digits on the keypad. A blinking cursor _ indicates the location being edited.

In addition, the following edit function keys are available:

BACK

CLR

2-3.9.1 View Mode

Erases the last digit.

Erases all newly entered digits and restores the original value.

When the string to be displayed is longer than the number of characters that fit in one line (for instance, with long addresses or messages), the view mode enables scrolling to the rest of the string.

The view mode is indicated by the symbol <<<< −−−− >>>> next to one of the function keys.

When you press < − >

HOME

< − −

< − −< − −

−−−− −

− >

− −

> >

END

When you reach the beginning of the string, the HOME and < − − when you reach the end of the string, the − − >

< − >, the key functions change:

< − >< − >

Scrolls to display the first character of the string.

Scroll one character to the left or right, respectively. If you press either key continuously, the scrolling continues at a rate of four characters per second.

Scrolls to display the last character of the string.

< − − function keys disappear, whereas

< − −< − −

− − > and END function keys disappear.

− − >− − >

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2-3.10 Audible Indications

The user can configure the radio to generate audible tones to indicate events related to the radio operating conditions. The tone volume, low or high, may also be set using the MRC, or by programming from the front panel.

Event Description

Valid key pressing Beep sounds when a key is pressed, to indicate that the key pressing has been

accepted. No beep – no action.

PTT release A beep sounds on the remote radio to indicate that the local PTT button has

been released.

ALE alerts During ALE operation, beeps alert you to events you should be aware of, e.g.,

link establishment/disconnection, etc.

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2-4. MENU STRUCTURE

CCIR

BIT

DIM

The menu is used to select and control what you want your radio to do.

2-4.1 Displaying the Main Menu

To display the menu:

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1. Press MENU to display the first part of the Menu screen.

You can press the MENU key at any time during any sequence of

operations: that sequence is then discontinued and the menu screen is immediately displayed.

NOTE

The menu structure depends on the operating mode selected by the user. For example, when the CCIR function is not used, the third item is either ALE or SCAN.

FREQCHAN

2. Press MORE to scroll to the second part of the Menu screen.

PROGLOCK PSW

3. To select any item, press the function key next to it.

To exit the menu and return to regular radio operations (e.g., CHAN or FREQ):

1. Press the ESC key. The deeper you are in the menu, the more times you need to press ESC.

2-4.2 What you can Select on the Main Menu

Main Menu

CHAN FREQ

1 2 3 4

SMPX DPLX RXO TXO

CCIR

SCAN CALL

M O R E

BIT

FULL CHAN L.RF

ALE

NET

SCAN

A B C D E

LOCK

LOCK PSW

PROG

RAD

ALE

PSW

PSW OLD

CCIR

DIM

LEVEL 0 1 2

Figure 2-1. Main Menu

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Use the following description with Figure 2-1, which shows the details of the main menu.

Menu item ... and its purpose

CHAN

Channel mode: the radio uses a set of preset parameters. Up to 200 sets of

parameters can be defined and stored in the Micom-Z, where each set is assigned a channel number (1 to 200). You can use Figure 2-2 to find details on the selections available on the CHAN menu.

FREQ

ALE

SCAN

CCIR

BIT

LOCK

PROG

Frequency mode: you can select manually the frequency (free tune mode) and the

other parameters to be used. You can use Figure 2-3 to find details on the selections available on the FREQ menu.

ALE mode: when you want to call other radio, the radio automatically sets up a link on the best free frequency that can be found. You can also call specific radio sets, a group of radio, or broadcast to all the radio sets. The sets of parameters needed for this operation mode are stored under net numbers (1 to 20), the radio sets are identified by addresses stored by the radio in a directory supporting up to 100 addresses.

SCAN mode: when neither the ALE, nor the CCIR mode, is used, you can define a set of channels to be scanned before starting a call. The scan parameters are always loaded by the MRC together with the other operational parameters, and cannot be changed using the Micom-Z panel.

CCIR mode: mode that supports functions similar to ALE, except that it uses a different addressing scheme.

BIT mode: lets you check that the Micom-Z is OK.

Lock the radio to prevent unauthorized use. To lock and unlock, you enter a password.

Programming mode: lets you program (select and store) the required parameters. Refer to Chapter 4 for details on the selections available on the PROG menu.

PSW

DIM

Used to change the password.

Used to adjust LCD lighting.

2-4.3 Notational Convention

In this manual, the following convention is used to simplify the description of the steps you need to carry out actions using the keys and the LCD:

When a procedure begins with a sequence of steps, that sequence is represented in an abbreviated format, with the > symbol indicating the next key to be pressed.

For instance, the following represents a sequence of steps that involves five key pressings: MENU > MORE > PROG > RAD > CHAN.

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