Promax NEO 4, NEO 3, NEO 2 User Manual

RANGER

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RANGER

TV AND SATELLITE ANALYZER

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USER’S MANUAL VERSION

Manual Version Web Published Date Firmware Version

F2.1 February 2018 25.0

Please update your equipment to the latest software version available.

This user's manual describes operation for models RANGER

3 and RANGER and in certain sections explicitly.

Screen captures of current manual are from the RANGER

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4. Differences between them are specified by an asterisk(*)

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2, RANGER

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WHAT’S NEW on manual version F2.0

•Improvement: RANGER Neo 4 model included.

•Improvement: Joystick section (“Joystick” on page 35).

•New option: Stealth-ID ON/OFF (“?Stealth-ID” on page 58).

•Improvement: Specific chapter for TOOLS (“TOOLS” on page 87).

•New option: Signal Monitoring for Channel plan (“Signal Monitoring” on page 106).

•New setting: GPS Alarm setting (“Signal Coverage” on page 114).

•New tool: Service Recording (“Service Recording” on page 165).

•New tool: Tilt (“Tilt” on page 167).

•New tool: Scan (“Scan” on page 169).

•New tool: Streaming V/A (“Streaming V/A” on page 170).

•Improvement: WiFi chapter (“WIFI MONITORING” on page 172).

•Improvement: IPTV chapter (“IPTV ” on page 179).

•New chapter: OTT signal (“OTT ” on page 193).

•New chapter: Webserver tool (“WEBSERVER” on page 204).

•Improvement: Ethernet Port (“Ethernet Port” on page 212).

•Specifications unified for all models (“SPECIFICATIONS RANGER Neo 2 / 3 / 4” on page 225).

•Improvement: Additional Information Annex (“ADDITIONAL INFORMATION” on page 249).

•Improvement: Index by keywords (“INDEX” on page 251).

WHAT’S NEW on manual F2.1

•Updated: SPAN values (“Spectrum Analyzer Mode” on page 231).

SAFETY RULES

* The safety could not be assured if the instructions for use are not closely

followed.

* Use this equipment connected only to systems with their negative of

measurement connected to ground potential.

* The AL-103 external DC charger is a Class I equipment, for safety reasons plug it to

a supply line with the corresponding ground terminal.

* This equipment can be used in Overvoltage Category I installations and Pollution

Degree 2 environments.

* External DC charger can be used in Overvoltage Category II, installation and

Pollution Degree 1 environments.

* When using some of the following accessories use only the specified ones to ensure

safety.:

 Rechargeable battery  External DC charger  Car lighter charger cable  Power cord

* Observe all specified ratings both of supply and measurement.

* Remember that voltages higher than 70 V DC or 33 V AC rms are dangerous.

* Use this instrument under the specified environmental conditions.

* When using the power adaptor, the negative of measurement is at ground

potential.

* Do not obstruct the ventilation system of the instrument.

* Use for the signal inputs/outputs, specially when working with high levels, appropriate

low radiation cables.

* Follow the cleaning instructions described in the Maintenance paragraph..

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

DESCRIPTIVE EXAMPLES OF OVER-VOLTAGE CATEGORIES

* Cat I: Low voltage installations isolated from the mains.

* Cat II: Portable domestic installations.

* Cat III: Fixed domestic installations.

* Cat IV: Industrial installations.

CAUTION: The battery used can present danger of fire or chemical burn if it is

severely mistreat. Do not disassembly, cremate or heat the battery above 100 °C under no circumstances.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 1

1.1. Description............................................................................................ 1

2. SETTING UP .............................................................................................. 3

2.1. Package Content .................................................................................... 3

2.2. Power ................................................................................................... 3

2.3. Equipment Details .................................................................................. 7

2.4. Switching On/Off...................................................................................15

2.5. Reset...................................................................................................16

2.6. Screen Icons and Dialog Boxes................................................................16

2.7. Menu Tree............................................................................................18

2.8. Controls ...............................................................................................26

3. SETTINGS AND PREFERENCES ................................................................. 41

3.1. Settings Menu.......................................................................................41

3.2. Video & Audio Settings...........................................................................45

3.3. Preferences Menu..................................................................................46

4. RF SIGNAL TUNING ................................................................................. 52

4.1. Introduction .........................................................................................52

4.2. Operation.............................................................................................52

4.3. General Menu Options............................................................................53

4.4. Advanced Options .................................................................................61

4.5. Screen Description ................................................................................63

4.6. Extra Information..................................................................................77

5. TOOLS ..................................................................................................... 87

5.1. Introduction .........................................................................................87

5.2. Constellation ........................................................................................88

5.3. LTE Ingress Test ...................................................................................91

5.4. Echoes.................................................................................................94

5.5. MER by Carrier......................................................................................96

5.6. MEROGRAM ..........................................................................................98

5.7. Spectrogram....................................................................................... 100

5.8. Attenuation Test ................................................................................. 103

5.9. Signal Monitoring ................................................................................ 106

5.10. Signal Coverage ................................................................................ 114

5.11. Datalogger ....................................................................................... 123

5.12. Screen and Data Capture (Export key) ................................................. 131

5.13. Explore Channel Plan ......................................................................... 133

5.14. Discover FM Stations..........................................................................136

5.15. Field Strength ................................................................................... 138

5.16. Task Planner ..................................................................................... 143

5.17. Transport Stream Analyzer ................................................................. 147

5.18. Transport Stream Recording ............................................................... 159

5.19. Network Delay Margin ........................................................................ 162

5.20. Shoulders Attenuation........................................................................ 163

5.21. Service Recording.............................................................................. 165

5.22. Tilt ..................................................................................................167

5.23. Scan ................................................................................................169

5.24. Streaming V/A .................................................................................. 170

6. WIFI MONITORING ............................................................................... 172

6.1. Introduction .......................................................................................172

6.2. Operation........................................................................................... 172

6.3. Settings .............................................................................................173

6.4. WiFi Spectrum .................................................................................... 173

6.5. Site Survey ........................................................................................ 176

7. IPTV ..................................................................................................... 179

7.1. Introduction .......................................................................................179

7.2. Operation........................................................................................... 179

7.3. Screen Description ..............................................................................180

7.4. Tools .................................................................................................186

7.5. Settings .............................................................................................190

8. OTT ...................................................................................................... 193

8.1. Introduction .......................................................................................193

8.2. Operation........................................................................................... 193

8.3. Screen Description ..............................................................................194

9. INSTALLATIONS MANAGEMENT............................................................. 197

9.1. Introduction .......................................................................................197

9.2. Operation........................................................................................... 197

9.3. Installation Management ......................................................................198

9.4. New Installation ..................................................................................201

9.5. Tools .................................................................................................201

9.6. Importing Data from USB .....................................................................202

10. WEBSERVER ........................................................................................ 204

10.1. Introduction......................................................................................204

10.2. Settings and Remote Access ...............................................................204

10.3. Measurements and Spectrum ..............................................................206

10.4. TV Parameters .................................................................................. 207

10.5. Remote Console ................................................................................208

11. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES ................................................. 210

11.1. Introduction......................................................................................210

11.2. USB Port ..........................................................................................210

11.3. Ethernet Port ....................................................................................212

11.4. HDMI Port ........................................................................................ 215

11.5. Input Jack Connector ......................................................................... 216

11.6. RF Connector .................................................................................... 216

11.7. Common Interface Slot ...................................................................... 221

11.8. TS-ASI Port ...................................................................................... 223

12. SPECIFICATIONS RANGER Neo 2 / 3 / 4 ............................................. 225

12.1. General............................................................................................225

12.2. Measurement Mode............................................................................ 227

12.3. Spectrum Analyzer Mode .................................................................... 231

12.4. TV Mode...........................................................................................233

12.6. IPTV Mode ........................................................................................234

12.7. Tools ............................................................................................... 234

12.5. WiFi Analyzer Mode 2.4 GHz................................................................234

12.8. Options ............................................................................................ 236

13. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 238

13.1. Instructions for Returning by Mail ........................................................ 238

13.2. Considerations about the Screen.......................................................... 238

13.3. Cleaning Recommendations ................................................................238

i. OPTICAL OPTION ................................................................................... 240

ii. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ................................................................. 249

iii. INDEX .................................................................................................. 251

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Description

The new RANGER launches. As each new generation, it represents an evolution from the previous, since it integrates the latest technological innovations and develops applications for the new demands and needs that have emerged in recent years.

The new RANGER experience. From its ergonomic design and stylized lines to the reduction of keys and the easy use of its interface, everything has been designed so the user has a simple tool to use but powerful and useful.

RANGER

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is the seventh generation of field meters that PROMAX

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has been created with the aim to make easy the user

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Figure 1.

The RANGER popular standards of the DVB family, as well as formats such as MPEG-2, MPEG4, HEVC... and Dolby audio.

Besides the basic functions of TV meter and spectrum analyzer for terrestrial and satellite band, it provides additional tools, such as the detection of LTE signal

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is a universal analyzer that covers several of the most

interferences (some of its working frequencies are close to the TV bands), the diagrams constellations or the echoes detection.

The RANGER installation. This feature helps the user to manage information generated so he can access it at any time or download it to a PC for further analysis.

The RANGER DAB than differ from the RANGER with DAB option). The RANGER functions includes 4K real-time video decoding. All models can be expanded to work with Fibre Optics or WiFi 5G and LTE 2.6 GHz.

In an effort to facilitate its work to professionals, our long experience ensures an after sales quality service, which includes software updates and upgrades for free.

The RANGER Union. A multidisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals has dedicated effort and commitment to the development of a powerful, efficient and reliable tool. During the manufacturing process, all used materials have been subjected to a strict quality control.

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has an application to manage data generated at each

3 has some extra tools such as T2MI, Network Delay and

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2 (RANGER

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4 in addition to all RANGER

has been designed and developed entirely in the European

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2 SETTING UP

2.1 Package Content

Check that your package contains the following elements:

 RANGER

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Analyzer.

 External DC charger.

 Mains cord for external DC charger.

 Car lighter charger.

 GPS

receiver.

 Dual WiFi Antenna.

 USB WiFi Adapter.

 Aero SMA-H/BNC-M adapter.

 “F” adapters:

•“F”/f - BNC/f adapter.

•“F”/f - DIN/f adapter.

•“F”/f - “F”/f adapter.

 Support belt and carrying bag.

 4V/RCA Jack Cable.

 USB (A) - USB (A) cable.

 Monopod.

 Transport suitcase.

 Quick Start Guide.

NOTE: Keep the original packaging, since it is specially designed to protect the

equipment. You may need it in the future to send the analyzer to be calibrated.

2.2 Power

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The RANGER high quality and long operation time.

*. only available for RANGER Neo 3 and RANGER Neo 4.

is powered by a 7.2 V built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery of

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This equipment can operate on battery or connected to the mains using a DC adapter. An adapter is also supplied to use with the power connector car (cigarette lighter).

2.2.1 First Charge

The equipment comes with the battery half charged. Depending on the time elapsed from first charge and environmental conditions may have lost some of the charge. You should check the battery level. It is advisable a first full charge.

2.2.2 Charging the Battery

Connect the DC power adapter to the equipment through the power connector on the side panel (see figure).

Figure 3.

Then connect the DC power adapter to the mains via the mains cord. Ensure that your mains voltage is compatible with the adapter voltage.

For a fast charging is necessary to switch off the equipment.

If the equipment is ON, the battery charge will be slower, depending on the type of work you are doing. When connecting the equipment to the mains the mains connected symbol appears inside the battery icon.

The CHARGER led indicator shows the battery status:

 Yellow: Battery charging.

 Green: Battery full charge.

 Blinking: Battery failure or no battery.

 Off: Battery is not charging.

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When switching on the equipment, the battery voltage is checked. If the tension is too weak to start, the LED EXT and DRAIN flashes and the equipment does not start up. In this case please charge the battery immediately.

2.2.3 Charge / Discharge Times

Average charging time with the equipment off (fast charge):

 3 hours to achieve an 80% charge.

 5 hours to achieve a 100% charge.

With the equipment on (slow charge):

 5 hours to achieve an 80% charge.

 8 hours to achieve a 100% charge.

Average discharge time (with external supply disabled)

 With the battery full charge the average battery time is 5:30 hours.

 With the battery at 80% charge the average battery time is 4 h.

2.2.4 Energy Saving

These options are available in the Preferences menu, pressing the key for 1 s.

 Power Off: It allows the user to select the time to power off, which is the

time after which the equipment shuts down automatically unless pressing any key.

 TFT Screen: User can select a time after which the TFT screen turns off,

but the equipment is still running normally. The equipment can measure (for example, making a datalogger or channel exploration) and the battery will last longer, about 10% more. The screen turns on by pressing any key. Time options are: off, 1, 5, 10 or 30 minutes.

*. For the RANGER Neo 4 the average discharge time is 3 hours under this circumstances: DVB-T2,

4k, brightness TFT 80%, TV mode decoding

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2.2.5 Smart Control Battery

The built-in battery of the equipment is of the "smart" type, which means that reports its state of charge. This information is displayed inside the battery icon in the form of the average time available. In this way the user can know at any time the remaining battery level.

The remaining time charge that appears is calculated according to the work that has been doing. If you activate the external supply of the equipment, the average time would be reduced according to the increase in consumption that occurs.

2.2.6 Usage Tips

The battery is losing storage capacity as you go through its life. Contact your PROMAX distributor when necessary to replace the battery.

To extend battery life the user should follow these tips:

 In case of providing a long inactivity period of the equipment it is

advisable to make every 3 months a charge / discharge cycle and a subsequent partial charge (40% aprox.).

 It is advisable to keep it in a cool place and away from heat.

 You should avoid keeping the battery for a long period of time at full load

or fully discharged.

 There is not necessary to wait to fully discharge before a charge because

these batteries have no memory effect.

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2.3 Equipment Details

2.3.1 RANGER

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Figure 4. Front View.

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Figure 5. Side View.

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*. For Optical Option refer to annex.

Figure 6. Top View*.

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2.3.2 RANGER

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Figure 7. Front View.

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Figure 8. Side View.

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*. For Optical Option refer to annex.

Figure 9. Top View*.

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2.3.3 RANGER

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Figure 10. Front View.

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Figure 11. Side View.

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Figure 12. Top View*.

2.4 Switching On/Off

►Switching On:

1 Press for a while (approximately one second) the ON/OFF button placed on

the side of the equipment.

2 When all indicators light up at once release the button.

3 The boot screen appears and also a progress bar that indicates the system

is loading. At the top left corner it shows the equipment model and release.

4 After the system loads, it shows the last status used (mode and screen).

*. For Optical Option refer to annex.

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►Switching Off:

1 Press the ON/OFF button placed on the side of the equipment:

 Short Press (<1 s): A menu on screen allows the user to select between

power off or reboot.

 Long Press (>2 s): The equipment turns off directly.

2 When the screen goes off, user should release the button.

3 The boot screen picture appears and also a bar showing the system

shutdown progress.

4 The equipment keeps its last status (mode and screen) which is recovered

when power on.

In the PREFERENCES menu (press 1 s), APPEARANCE tab, option "Off" the user can activate the automatic shutdown option, selecting a waiting time (time without pressing any key) after which the equipment turns off automatically.

2.5 Reset

How to RESET: Hold down the key for 6 seconds and release.

When to RESET:

 When it crashes and does not respond to any key. Hold down the

ON/OFF button for 10 seconds and if the meter does not turn off then RESET.

 When it does not switch on. If it does not start after trying turning on

by the normal procedure (by pressing the ON/OFF button with the meter connected to the mains) then RESET.

 When it does not finish the boot process. Hold down the ON/OFF

button for 10 seconds and if the meter does not turn off then RESET.

2.6 Screen Icons and Dialog Boxes

On the screen are some icons that provide useful information to the user about the current status of the instrument.

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