Midland Radio SD164 Users manual

SD-164

Data Radio

User Instruction Manual

FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements -

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in General Docket 93-62, November 7, 1997, has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Topaz3 / Maxon subscribes to the same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper operation of this radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and Federal Communications Commission limits.

Antennas used for this transmitter must not exceed an antenna gain of 7dBd. The radio must be used in configurations with a maximum operating duty factor not exceeding 50%, in typical push-to-talk configurations. This radio is approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter

must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 49cm from all persons, must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with asny other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION - DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX” icon on the radio display is illuminated. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the P-T-T button on the radio’s microphone.

Users must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

NOTE: This radio operates in FCC regulated frequency bands. All radios must be licensed by the FCC before use. Because this radio contains a transmitter, Federal law prohibits unauthorized use or adjustments of this radio.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

Safety

CAUTION - DO NOT operate the transmitter of any radio unless all RF connectors are secure and any open

connectors are properly terminated.

CAUTION - DO NOT operate the radio near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. CAUTION - All equipment must be properly grounded for safe operation. WARNING - DO NOT allow children to operate transmitter - equipped radio equipment. WARNING - All equipment should be serviced by a qualified technician. WARNING - It is mandatory that radio installations in vehicles fueled by liquefied petroleum gas conform to the following

standard: National Fire Protection Association Standard NFPA 58 applies to radio installations in vehicles fueled by liquefied petroleum (LP) gas with LP gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle. This standard requires that:

1. Any space containing radio equipment shall be isolated by a seal from the space in which the LP gas container and its fittings are located.

2. Remote (outside) filling connections shall be vented to the outside.

About your SD-164 Data Radio

The SD-160 Series (hereinafter called “the radios”) of RF Link Modules from Topaz3 utilize the latest technology in their

designs and manufacturing. SD-164 models are Phase Lock Loop Synthesizer (PLL) / microprocessor controlled and offer

two (2) watts of power with 16-channel capability. Multiple functions including 1200 to 9600 baud rates, AC and/or DC

audio coupling, GMSK, FFSK and FSK modulation are standard in these fully programmable wide bandwidth RF Link

Module units. Programmable sub-audio squelch system (CTCSS & DCS) and two-tone squelch system are newly added to

the signal level detect squelch system (RSSI). GPS Data handling is provided to interface and control internal GPS receiver.

To assure satisfaction from the radio, we urge you to thoroughly read the operation and function information in this manual

before operating your SD-164.

Applications of some of the functions described in this manual are determined by the system you use. Your Topaz3 dealer

will program your radio so that you have the greatest number of functions possible relative to your needs.

Should you have questions regarding the operation of the radio, please consult your Topaz3 Dealer.

Specifications

GENERAL

Equipment Type ……………………………………………………… Data radio

Performance Specifications…………………………………………TIA / EIA-603

Band …………………………………………………………………… UHF

Channel Spacings …………………………………………………… 25 kHz, 12.5 kHz programmable

RF Output Power …………………………………………………… 2 watt only

Modulation Type …………………………………………………… F2D, F3E

Intermediate Frequency …………………………………………… 45.1 MHz & 455 kHz

Number of Channels ………………………………………………… 16

Frequency Source …………………………………………………… Synthesizer

Operation Rating …………………………………………………… Intermittent

90 : 5 : 5 (Standby: RX: TX)

Power Supply ………………………………………………………… Ext. Power Supply(12 VDC Nominal)

7.2V - 18.0V DC EXTREME

Temperature Range Storage ………………………………………………………………… from - 40°C to + 80°C Operating ……………………………………………………………… from - 30°C to + 60°C

Current Consumption Standby (Muted) ……………………………………………………… < 65 mA Transmit 2 Watt RF power ………………………………………… < 1.0 A

Frequency Bands:

RX TX

UHF : U2 450.000 - 490.000 MHz 450.000 - 490.000 MHz

Lock Time ………………………………………………………………< 10 mS

TX to RX attack time ………………………………………………… < 20 mS (No Power Saving) RX to TX attack time ………………………………………………… < 20 mS

Dimensions…………………………………………………………… (32 mm)H x (58 mm)W x (125 mm)D

Weight ………………………………………………………………… 253 grams

TRANSMITTER Specification

Carrier Power: ………………………………………………………… Nom. Max. Min.

2W < 2.2W > 1.5W

Sustained Transmission …………………………………………… Nominal conditions

Time : 5 10 30 Sec. Power: >90% >85% >80%

Frequency Error ……………………………………………………… < 0.75 kHz Nominal condition for UHF

±5.0 ppm Extreme condition for UHF

Frequency Deviation: 25 kHz Channel Spacing…………………………………………… Peak ±5.0, Min. ±3.8

12.5 kHz Channel Spacing………………………………………… Peak ±2.5, Min. ±1.9

Audio Frequency Response…………………………………………Within +1/-3dB of 6dB octave

@ 300 Hz to 2.55 kHz for 12.5 kHz C.S. @ 300 Hz to 3.0 kHz for 25 kHz C.S.

Adjacent Channel Power 25 kHz ………………………………………………………………… < 70 dBc @ Nominal Condition

< 65 dBc @ Extreme Condition

12.5 kHz ……………………………………………………………… < 60 dBc @ Nominal Condition < 55 dBc @ Extreme Condition

Conducted Spurious Emission …………………………………… < -60 dBc

Modulation Sensitivity ……………………………………………… 100mV RMS @ 60 % Peak Dev.

Hum & Noise: 25 kHz Channel Spacing …………………………………………… > 40 dB (with no PSOPH)

12.5 kHz Channel Spacing ………………………………………… > 40 dB (with PSOPH)

Modulation Symmetry ……………………………………………… < 10 % Peak Dev @ 1 kHz input

for nominal dev +20dB

Load Stability ………………………………………………………… No osc at ≥ 10:1 VSWR all phase angles and suitable

antenna No destroy at ≥ 20:1 all phase angle

Peak Deviation Range Adjustment @ 1 kHz, Nom. Dev +20dB: 25 kHz Channel Spacing …………………………………………… Min. 3.5, Max. 6.0

12.5 kHz Channel Spacing ………………………………………… Min. 1.5, Max. 4.0

RECEIVER Specification

Sensitivity (12dB Sinad) …………………………………………… Standard B.W < -118 dBm, Narrow B.W <-117 dBm

@ Nom. Condition

Standard B.W < -115 dBm, Narrow B.W <-114 dBm @ Extreme Condition

Amplitude Characteristic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < ±3 dB

Adjacent Channel Selectivity: 25 kHz Channel Spacing …………………………………………… > 65 dB @ Nom., > 55 dB @ Extreme Condition

12.5 kHz Channel Spacing ………………………………………… > 60 dB @ Nom., > 50 dB @ Extreme Condition

Spurious Response Rejection …………………………………… > 60 dB (100 kHz - 4 GHz)

Image Response ………………………………………………………> 60

IF Response…………………………………………………………… > 60

Others. ………………………………………………………………… > 60

Intermodulation Response Rejection: ±25 kHz/ 50 kHz ……………………………………………………… 60 dB ±50 kHz/ 100 kHz …………………………………………………… 60 dB

Conducted Spurious Emission @ Nominal Conditions: 9 kHz - 1 GHz ………………………………………………………… < -57 dBm 1 GHz - 4 GHz. ………………………………………………………… < -47 dBm

RX Spurious Emissions (Radiated) @ Nominal Conditions 9 kHz - 1 GHz ………………………………………………………… < -57 dBm 1 GHz - 12.75 GHz …………………………………………………… < -47 dBm

AF Distortion. ………………………………………………………… < 5% @ Nom., < 10 % @ Extreme condition

RX Hum & Noise:

25.0 kHz CP …………………………………………………………… < 40 dB No PSOPH

12.5 kHz CP …………………………………………………………… < 40 dB with PSOPH

Receiver Response Time …………………………………………… < 16 mS

Squelch Opening Range: …………………………………………… RF level for 6 to 14 dB Sinad

Squelch Closing Range (Hysteresis): …………………………… 0 - 6 dB Sinad @ Nominal Condition

Squelch Attack Time: RF Level at Threshold ……………………………………………… < 40 mS RF Level at Threshold + 20 dB …………………………………… < 30 mS

Squelch Decay Time ………………………………………………… 5 mS Min., 20 mS Max.

Antenna Socket Input Match ……………………………………… > 10 dB Return Loss

L.O. Frequency Temperature Stability …………………………… 1st < 5 ppm, 2nd < 15 ppm from -30° to + 60° C

L.O. Frequency Aging Rate ………………………………………… ±2 ppm/ year

Unpacking information

Remove and carefully inspect the contents of your package(s) for the following items:

Radio

Fused power cord

User manual

If any items are missing, please contact the Topaz3 dealer from which you purchased the radios, or contact Topaz3.

SD-164 Features

• Synthesized Operation with 16 channel capability

• 2 Watt output power

• Programmable 12.5 / 25KHz channel spacing

• Channel scan

• Busy channel lockout

• Tx Time-out timer

• Power Save

• Marked Idle

• Tx Delay

• Data transmission and reception through GMSK modem

• Data transmission and reception through FFSK modem

• Support transmission of global position data

Description of radio components

 Antenna connector

 DB-15 connector

 Power connector

 GPS Antenna connector (option)

 LED (Busy / Tx indicator)

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