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RANGER
DIGITAL MULTI SYSTEM ANALYZER
mini
-0 MI2150 -
SAFETY NOTES
Read the user’s manual before using the equipment, mainly "SAFETY RULES"
paragraph.
The symbol on the equipment means "SEE USER’S MANUAL". In this manual may
also appear as a Caution or Warning symbol.
WARNING AND CAUTION statements may appear in this manual to avoid injury
hazard or damage to this product or other property.
USER’S MANUAL ELECTRONIC VERSION
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USER’S MANUAL VERSION
Manual Version Date Firmware Version
F1.0 September 2018 10.0.35
Please update your equipment to the latest software version available.
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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
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.
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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 .................................................................................. 6
2.4. Switching On / Off .................................................................................. 8
2.5. Icons Table ........................................................................................... 9
2.7. General Settings ...................................................................................10
2.6. Controls ...............................................................................................10
2.8. Firmware Update...................................................................................11
3. MEASUREMENT........................................................................................ 12
3.1. Downstream Spectrum Analyzer..............................................................12
3.2. Upstream .............................................................................................16
3.3. Scan....................................................................................................18
3.4. Tilt ......................................................................................................20
3.5. Voltmeter.............................................................................................22
3.6. Digital Signal Demodulator .....................................................................24
3.7. Analog Signal Demodulator.....................................................................26
4. TOOLS ..................................................................................................... 28
4.1. Edit Channel Plan ..................................................................................28
4.2. Screenshot ...........................................................................................36
4.3. Datalogger - Test & Go ..........................................................................38
5. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................... 40
6. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 46
6.1. Instructions for Returning by Mail ............................................................46
6.2. Considerations about the TFT Screen .......................................................46
6.3. Cleaning Recommendations ....................................................................46
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DIGITAL MULTI SYSTEM ANALYZER
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
The RANGER mini is the latest introduction in our TV analyzer product range.
It is a multi system analyzer that can work in terrestrial, satellite and cable
transmission systems. It can also be expanded to work with optical fibre.
The RANGER mini has all the functions necessary for an easy installation of any
service. In addition, its intuitive menu, its adjusted weight and strength, makes
it ideal for fieldwork.
The RANGER mini features a 5” professional grade resistive type touch-screen
with excellent brightness and superior image sharpness. It includes a case with
a touch pen to make easy browsing around the menus. The instrument is
powered by an internal rechargeable battery.
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In the design of the RANGER mini it has dedicated particular attention on
making a practical and precise instrument, as easy to use. The touch interface
allows direct access to different modes of operation and once there, it is easy to
modify any parameter of the measurement.
All this makes the RANGER mini in a magnificent tool for installing and
maintaining all kind of systems: Terrestrial, satellite and HFC (Hybrid Fibber
Cable) / CATV. Being also very useful for testing DOCSIS data transmission
systems.
In addition, the instrument provides Ethernet and USB port slots to connect to
external devices, to download data and to update firmware.
Here are some of the most important functions in the RANGER mini.
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Figure 1.
The Downstream Spectrum Analyzer function provides an analysis of
downstream spectrum in the band between 5 and 2700 MHz. It can demodulate
a signal and show its constellation. Reference level and span can be set by user.
The Upstream function provides an analysis of upstream spectrum in the band
between 5 and 200 MHz. It can easily detect impulse noise.
The Scan function shows the level of all active channels in the channel plan
through a bar chart.
The TILT function measures the tilt in dB obtained from the difference in level
between four carriers. It is useful for equalizing the line.
The Voltmeter function automatically identifies the voltage type (DC or AC) at
the input and the frequency in case of alternating voltage.
In addition, it includes other tools such as datalogger, screenshot, channel plan
editor, etc.
In short, implementation of all these functions into an light instrument,
ergonomic design and robust, makes the RANGER mini into a productive and
efficient fieldwork tool for the installer.
The RANGER mini can be expanded with an optical input allowing field
technicians not only to perform optical power measurements but also to do all
the RFoG measurements using a built-in optical to RF converter.
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2 SETTING UP
2.1 Package Content
Check that your package contains the following elements:
RANGER mini Analyser.
External DC charger.
Power cord for external DC charger
"F" Adapters
•"F" / f - BNC / f Adapter. (2 u.).
•"F" / f - "F" / f Adapter (2 u.).
Carrying case.
Transport suitcase.
Touch pen.
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 analyser to be
calibrated.
2.2 Power
The RANGER mini is powered by a 7.2 V built-in rechargeable LiPo battery of
high quality and long operation time. This equipment can operate on battery or
connected to the mains using a DC adapter.
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.
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2.2.2 Charging the Battery
Connect the DC power adapter to the equipment through the power connector
on the downside panel (see figure).
Figure 2. Power input and Charge Indicator + ON / OFF Button
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 of the battery is necessary to switch off the equipment.
If the equipment is ON, the battery charging 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 led indicator next to the ON/OFF button shows the battery status:
Red: Battery charging.
Off: Battery full charge.
When switching on the equipment, the battery voltage is checked. If the tension
is too weak to start, 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 an 100% charge.
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With the equipment on (slow charge):
5 hours to achieve an 80% charge.
8 hours to achieve a 100% charge.
Average discharge time:
With the battery at full charge the average battery time is 4 hours.
With the battery at 80% charge the average battery time is 3 hours.
2.2.4 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 prolong 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
Figure 3. Front View.
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Figure 4. Upside View.
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Figure 5. Downside View.
2.4 Switching On / Off
►Switching On:
1 Press the on/off button located on the side of the equipment.
2 The boot screen appears. After the system load, the last screen before
shutdown appears.
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►Switching Off:
1
There are two options
Option 1: Press the ON/OFF
equipment. A gray screen with a red power off icon will appear. Click
on this icon to turn off the equipment or outside the icon to cancel power
off.
Option 2: Press on the menu icon
corner. Next press on the power off icon at the bottom right corner. A gray
screen with a red power off icon will appear. Click on this icon to turn
off the equipment or outside the icon to cancel power off.
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The equipment keeps its last status which is recovered when power on
2.5 Icons Table
:
*
button located on the downside of the
located at the screen upper right
.
Figure 6.
*. In case of crashing, press and hold on/off button until it turns off.
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2.6 Controls
The equipment is operated only using the touch panel.
These actions can be done through the touch panel:
Menu Selection.
Frequency or channel selection or edition.
Frequency or channel scroll.
Reference level scroll.
SPAN selection.
Virtual keyboard writing (numerical and alphabetical).
2.7 General Settings
From the Home screen, clicking on the menu icon you access the general
settings:
Edit channel plan: It allows you to edit a channel plan (refer to "Edit
Channel Plan" chapter).
Language: It allows you to select a language among English, Spanish,
French or German.
Date: It allows you to set date.
Time: It allows you to select time format (12/24) and set time.
Sound: It allows you to set sound level and enable or disable beep.
Auto power off: It allows you to enable or disable auto power off option.
Equipment information: It shows serial number, software version and
other technical data.
Ethernet Configuration: It allows you to select type of connection
(manual/DHCP/Bridge) and network data (IP, Netmask, Gateway, DNS1,
DNS2).
Test&Go configuration: It allows you to set the datalogger settings
when pressing on Test&Go (Scan, DBG or TILT measurements).
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2.8 Firmware Update
Keep your device up to date for the latest improvements and features. Follow us
on social networks (twitter, Facebook, linkedin, Google+) to get information
about updates and latest news. To update follow these steps:
1 Use a USB flash drive in FAT32 format.
2 Download the file from the download area at PROMAX website
3 Copy the update file (update_usb.tar) to the flash drive root (do not unzip
the file).
4 Turn OFF the RANGER mini and insert the flash drive into the USB port.
5 Turn ON the RANGER mini. The update process starts automatically. Wait
until finished.
6 Remove the flash drive.
7 Press the ON/OFF button for more than 5 seconds until the equipment turns
OFF.
8 Turn ON again.
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