Measurements should be done using a spectrum analyzer with a high-frequency highimpedance passive probe (LO-/reference frequencies and RF power levels) and an oscilloscope with a 10:1 probe (DC-voltages and low frequency signals)
The RF-section is build around one RF-ASIC (HELGO N500).
Most RF semiconductors are static discharge sensitive! So ESD protection must be
taken care of during repair (ground straps and ESD soldering irons).
Apart from key components described in this document there are a lot of discrete components (resistors, inductors and capacitors). Their troubleshooting is done by checking
that the soldering of the component is done properly (for factory repairs checking if it is
missing from the PWB). Capacitor can be checked for shortening and resistors for value
by means of an ohmmeter, but be aware, in-circuit measurements should be evaluated
carefully.
Please be note that all measured voltages or RF levels in this document are rough figures.
Especially RF levels vary due to different measuring equipment and different grounding
of the probe used. When using the RF probe, use metallic tweezers to connect the probe
ground to the PWB ground as close to measurement point as possible.
1Connect test jig to computer with DAU-9S cable or to FPS-8 flash prommer with
XCS-4 modular cable.
Make sure that you have PKD-1 dongle connected to computers parallel port.
2Connect DC power supply to module test jig with FLC-2 cable.
Note: When repairing or tuning transmitter use external DC supply with at
least 3A current capability. Set the DC supply voltage to 4.2V.
3Connect an RF cable to the module test jig (MJ-5), RF connector to measurement
equipment or at least 10dB attenuator, otherwise the PA may be damaged. Normally a spectrum analyzer is used as measurement equipment.
Note: Normally spectrum analyzer maximum input power is +30dBm. It is recommended to use 10dB attenuator in spectrum analyzer input to prevent damage.
4Set the phone module to test jig and start Phoenix service software.
5To initialize connection to the phone (when using FPS-8 together with DAU-9S
and COMBOX driver, use FBUS driver):
•From the File menu, choose Product.
•Select RH-26.
•From the toolbar, set operating mode to "Local".
6To activate the RF controls window:
From the Testing menu, choose RF Controls
7In the RF controls window:
•Select band "GSM850", "GSM 1800" or “GSM1900 (Default = "GSM850").
•Set Active unit to "Tx" (Default = "Rx").
•Set Operation mode to "Burst" (Default = "Burst").
•Set Tx data type to "Random" (Default = "All1").
•Set Rx/Tx channel to 37 on GSM850 band or 700 on GSM1800 band or 661 on
GSM1900 (Defaults).