Trilithic EASyIP Operation Manual

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MANUAL

Trilithic Company Profile

Trilithic is a privately held manufacturer founded in 1986 as an engineering and assembly company that built and designed customer-directed products for telecommunications, military and industrial customers. From its modest beginnings as a two-man engineering team, T rilithic grew over the years and broadened its offerings of RF and microwave components by adding broadband solutions to its product line. This was accomplished with the acquisition of components manufacturer Cir-Q-T el and instruments manufacturer T exscan.

T oday , T rilithic is an industry leader providing telecommunications solutions for major broadband, RF and microwave markets around the world. As an ISO 9000:2001 certified company with over 40 years of collective expertise in engineering and custom assembly , T rilithic is dedicated to providing quality products, services and communications solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Trilithic is comprised of three major divisions:

• Broadband Instruments & Systems Offers test, analysis and quality management solutions for the major cable television systems worldwide.

• RF Microwave Components Provides components and custom subsystems for companies specializing in cellular , military and other wireless applications.

• Emergency Alert Systems Leading supplier of government-mandated emergency alert systems used by broadcast TV , cable TV, IPTV, DBS, and radio st ations.

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Table of Contents

1. General Information..............................................................................................................5

Helpful Website .....................................................................................................................5

Where to Get T echnical Support.............................................................................................5

How this Manual is Organized ................................................................................................6

Conventions Used in this Manual ...........................................................................................7

Precautions ...........................................................................................................................8

2. Introduction...........................................................................................................................9

What is the EAS Network Receiver?......................................................................................9

What does the EAS Network Receiver do?............................................................................9

Application of the EAS Network Receiver ............................................................................10

Overview of the EAS Network Receiver ............................................................................... 11

Front Panel View............................................................................................................11

Rear Panel View ............................................................................................................12

3. Installation...........................................................................................................................13

Prerequisites .......................................................................................................................13

Installing the EAS Network Receiver ....................................................................................14

4. Initial Configuration ............................................................................................................15

5. Required Encoder/Decoder Setup....................................................................................18

6. Network Receiver Management Program.........................................................................19

Overview .............................................................................................................................19

How to Install the Software ...................................................................................................19

How to Un-Install the Software ..............................................................................................23

System T ab..........................................................................................................................25

Managing Multiple Network Receiver Systems ...............................................................26

Configuring Y our Network Receiver Communication Settings..........................................28

Programming a Configuration to Y our Network Receiver.................................................29

Retrieving a Configuration from Y our Network Receiver ..................................................30

Uploading Y our PC Time to Y our Network Receiver.........................................................30

Resetting/Rebooting Y our Network Receiver...................................................................31

Importing and Exporting Y our Network Receiver Configuration Settings ..........................32

Upgrading Y our Network Receiver Firmware ..................................................................32

Configuration T ab.................................................................................................................34

Time Settings .................................................................................................................35

Network Settings ............................................................................................................36

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Audio Inputs T ab ..................................................................................................................37

Audio Input Channel Settings..........................................................................................38

Speaker Settings............................................................................................................39

Encoder/Decoders T ab........................................................................................................40

Adding a New Encoder/Decoder to the Contact List.......................................................41

Modify an Existing Encoder/Decoder in the Contact List .................................................42

Deleting an Existing Encoder/Decoder from the Contact List ..........................................43

Logs Tab .............................................................................................................................44

Utilities T ab..........................................................................................................................46

7. Web Browser Configuration ..............................................................................................47

Overview .............................................................................................................................47

Time Configuration ..............................................................................................................48

Network Configuration .........................................................................................................49

Audio Input Configuration.....................................................................................................50

Encoder/Decoders Configuration.........................................................................................52

Message Log ......................................................................................................................53

System Actions....................................................................................................................54

8. EAS Network Receiver Deployment .................................................................................55

9. Specifications .....................................................................................................................56

Warranty Information..................................................................................................................58

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1. General Information

Helpful Website

The following website contains general information which may be of interest to you:

http://www.trilithic.com

Trilithic’s website cont ains product specifications and information, tips, release information, marketing information, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), bulletins and other technical information. Y ou can also check this website for product updates.

Where to Get Technical Support

Trilithic technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST. Callers in North America can dial 1-317-895-3600 or 1-800-344-2412 (toll free). International callers should dial 1-317-895-3600 or fax questions to 1-317-895-3613. Y ou can also e-mail technical support at eassupport@trilithic.com.

For quicker support response when calling or sending e-mail, please provide the following information:

• Y our name and your company name

• The technical point of contact (name, phone number , e-mail)

• The EAS Network Receiver serial number and firmware version number

• The EAS Network Receiver Management Software version number

• A detailed description of the problem you are having, including any error or information messages

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How this Manual is Organized

This manual is divided into the following chapters:

• Chapter 1, “General Information” provides Trilithic cont act information and describes how this Operation Manual is structured.

• Chapter 2, “Introduction” introduces what the EAS Network Receiver is and what it does. This chapter discusses the practical application of the Network Receiver . Finally , this chapter will also explain the connections and LED indicators of the EAS Network Receiver.

• Chapter 3, “Installation” describes the steps needed to install the EAS Network Receiver .

• Chapter 4, “Initial Configuration” describes the steps needed to perform the initial configuration of the EAS Network Receiver.

• Chapter 5, “Required Encoder/Decoder Setup” describes the steps required to perform the setup of the EAS Encoder/Decoders using the EASy PLUS Configuration Software to enable communication from the EAS Network Receiver.

• Chapter 6, “Network Receiver Management Program” describes how to use the management program to view and change how the EAS Network Receiver operates.

• Chapter 7, “Internet Configuration” describes how to access and configure your EAS Network Receiver using an Internet web browser.

• Chapter 8, “EAS Network Receiver Deployment” shows a system diagram of the typical deployment of an EAS Network Receiver.

• Chapter 9, “Specifications” shows the technical specifications of the EAS Network Receiver .

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Conventions Used in this Manual

This manual has several standard conventions for presenting information.

• Connections, Menus, menu options, and user entered text and commands appear in bold.

• Section names, Web and email addresses appear in italics.

Note: A note is information that will be of assistance to you related to the current step or procedure.

CAUTION: A caution alerts you to any condition that could cause a mechanical failure or potential loss of data.

WARNING: A warning alerts you to any condition that could cause personal injury .

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Precautions

WARNING: Do not use the EAS Network Receiver in any manner not

recommended by the manufacturer.

CAUTION: Configuration changes to the EAS Network Receiver do not take affect until you select the Program Configuration button from the EAS Network Receiver Management Program. This will send the currently displayed configuration parameters to the instrument and should be the last configuration operation that is performed.

CAUTION: Changes to any parameters located on the Configuration tab do not take affect until you select the RESET Hardware button from the EAS Network Receiver Management Program or cycle the power to your instrument.

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2. Introduction

What is the EAS Network Receiver?

The EAS Network Receiver is an Ethernet capable two or four channel radio tuner that can be located anywhere Emergency Alert System (EAS) radio signals are available. The purpose of the instrument is to relay off-air EAS information to T rilithic EAS Encoder/Decoders over a standard Ethernet network. The instrument is used to simplify and enhance the implementation of large scale audio/video systems in which EAS radio monitoring assignments are difficult to receive or are too numerous for an EAS Encoder/Decoder to handle alone.

Note: The EAS Network Receiver chassis is capable of housing two Network Receivers. This allows four radio or baseband audio inputs in a single chassis. Each Network Receiver in a two unit chassis is connected and configured separately .

What does the EAS Network Receiver do?

The EAS Network Receiver includes two radio tuners that work in the AM, FM, or National Weather Service radio bands. Each tuner can be disabled, allowing a baseband audio input instead of a radio input. Each of the inputs is continuously monitored for EAS Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) tones. When these tones are detected, an internal audio recorder is started and one-or-more EAS Encoder/Decoders are contacted via Ethernet. Each EAS Encoder/Decoder can then retrieve the EAS information (including the audio recording) from the Network Receiver(s) via the network.

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Application of the EAS Network Receiver

When the EAS Network Receiver is used in conjunction with one or more EAS Encoder/ Decoders, the instrument will:

• Provide reception of radio stations that are too distant for direct reception by the EAS Encoder/Decoder .

• Provide a means to hold EAS messages in a queue, thus preventing the loss of messages due to simultaneous reception from radio stations.

• Provide a means to expand the maximum amount of monitoring assignments that a single EAS Encoder/Decoder can handle.

• Allow multiple EAS Encoder/Decoders to use the same EAS Network Receiver.

• Allow multiple EAS Network Receivers to contact the same EAS Encoder/Decoder .

• Monitor the same stations as the EAS Encoder/Decoder rear panel inputs for redundancy

in fringe reception areas.

When the EAS Network Receiver is used without an EAS Encoder/Decoder , the EAS Network Receiver’s internal logs can be:

• Used to verify the operation of EAS sources.

• Connected as a subscriber on a Cable or IPTV system, or as a listener to a broadcast station for proof-of-performance validation.

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Overview of the EAS Network Receiver

Front Panel View

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Note: The EAS Network Receiver chassis is capable of housing two

Network Receivers. This allows four radio or baseband audio inputs in a single chassis. Each Network Receiver in a two unit chassis is connected and configured separately .

The front panel of the EAS Network Receiver includes the following LEDs for DECODER 1 and DECODER 2:

A. PWR - This LED will illuminate when DC power is applied to the corresponding

Network Receiver. B. STATUS - This LED will flash when the corresponding Network Receiver is functioning. C. FAULT - This LED will illuminate or flash when there is a problem detected with the

corresponding Network Receiver. D. CH1 - When Channel 1 is configured to use the radio tuner and the radio signal

strength is acceptable, this LED will illuminate. When Channel 1 is configured as an

audio input, this LED turns off when no audio is being received. The LED flashes when

EAS messages are being received. E. CH2 - When Channel 2 is configured to use the radio tuner and the radio signal

strength is acceptable, this LED will illuminate. When Channel 2 is configured as an

audio input, this LED turns off when no audio is being received. The LED flashes when

EAS messages are being received.

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Rear Panel View

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Note: The EAS Network Receiver chassis is capable of housing two

Network Receivers. This allows four radio or baseband audio inputs in a single chassis. Each Network Receiver in a two unit chassis is connected and configured separately .

The rear panel of the EAS Network Receiver includes the following inputs/outputs for DECODER 1 and DECODER 2:

A. CH1 - F-Connector antenna input for the channel 1 radio tuner (AM, FM, or NOAA) B. CH2 - F-Connector antenna input for the channel 2 radio tuner (AM, FM, or NOAA) C. AUDIO CH1 - Three-pin (positive, ground, negative) balanced audio input for the

channel 1 radio tuner D. AUDIO CH2 - Three-pin (positive, ground, negative) balanced audio input for the

channel 2 radio tuner E. LAN - RJ-45 connector for a 10/100 base-T Ethernet connection. F. RS-232 - 9600 Baud serial interface for performing initial IP address configuration. G. AC Power - US standard grounded power input with user-replaceable 2 Amp, 250 Volt

fast-blow (normal) fuse

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3. Installation

Prerequisites

Equipment and Software Required to Install the EAS Network Receiver:

• A computer running Microsoft Windows with an RS-232 port and HyperTerminal software is required for initial configuration.

• A PC running Microsoft Windows with a network connection is required for configuring the Network Receiver for EAS operation. The network must be able to allow communication between the Network Receivers, encoder/decoders, and the configuration computer as follows:

• 10/100 Base-T Ethernet interface, one for every two radio/audio inputs.

• Support outgoing UDP transmissions to encoder/decoders network.

• Supports incoming TCP connection from encoder/decoders network.

• Supports incoming TCP connection from configuration computer’s software.

• A static IP must be assigned for each of the Ethernet connections required.

• An appropriate location with a suitable antenna where monitored radio stations can be received.

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Installing the EAS Network Receiver

The following section explains the procedure used to physically install the EAS Network Receiver . In order to properly setup the Network Receiver the following steps must be completed in this order. Do not skip any step s.

Note: DO NOT plug in the EAS Network Receiver’s power cord until instructed to.

1. Mount the EAS Network Receiver in a standard 19 inch rack using four retaining screws.

2. Connect an antenna or audio input to each of the channels to be used. If you are using baseband audio inputs, balanced audio is preferred. Only one source (radio or baseband audio) can be used on a single channel.

3. Connect an Ethernet cable between the EAS Network Receiver and an active Ethernet port on a switch or router. If the Network Receiver cont ains four radios, two Ethernet jacks will be provided and both must be connected to the network.

4. Connect a serial cable (9 pin to 9 pin straight through) from the RS-232 connection of the EAS Network Receiver to the serial port of the PC. (This port will be used for initial configuration.)

5. Plug the EAS Network Receiver’s power cord into the AC power input.

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4. Initial Configuration

The factory default IP address for the EAS Network Receiver is “10.1.65.79”. By default it monitors port 59910 for a connection from the EAS Network Receiver Management Software. Those familiar with networking may be able to install the configuration software and configure the instrument over the network, bypassing the following procedure.

Perform the following steps to complete the initial configuration of the EAS Network Receiver:

1. Connect the RS-232 cable (supplied) between the Network Receiver’s RS-232 port and a PC with an RS-232 port and HyperT erminal software.

2. St art a HyperT erminal session for the serial port (COM 1) that the Network Receiver has been connected to on a laptop or PC.

Note: HyperT erminal is used for illustration purposes only , any terminal emulator will work with this setup procedure.

3. Configure the port setting properties for the HyperT erminal session as follows;

• Bits per second: 9600 Baud

• Data bits: 8

• Parity: None

• Stop bits: 1

• Flow control: None

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4. Select the OK button to connect to the Network Receiver , and then cycle the AC power

to the Network Receiver. Once the following text appears, press any key on the PC keyboard before the countdown reaches zero.

5. The text “Press A to Accept the settings, or M to Modify?” will appear , press the M

button and then press the Return button.

6. The text “Reset configuration to default values (Y/N)?” will appear, press the N button

and then press the Return button.

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7. When prompted, enter the following settings:

• IP address for your network (i.e. 192.168.0.19) and press the Enter button.

• Subnet Mask IP address for your network (i.e. 255.255.255.0) and press the

Enter button.

• Gateway IP address for your network (i.e. 192.168.0.1) and press the Enter button.

• The text “HTTP Server enabled. Disable it (Y/N)?” or “HTTP Server disabled. Enable it (Y/N)?”, press the Y or N button and then press the Return button.

Note: The HTTP Server must be enabled to configure the EAS Network Receiver using an Internet Web browser .

8. After the final entry , additional information will appear, including the port that the software must use to connect to the Network Receiver over the Ethernet.

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5. Required Encoder/Decoder

Setup

Prior to accepting messages from the EAS Network Receiver , the encoder/decoder must be configured for operation on the network. Refer to the encoder/decoder instructions to perform this operation. A network path must be available for the EAS Network Receiver to initiate cont act with the encoder/decoder over a UDP connection. In addition, the encoder/decoder must be able to initiate a TCP connection to the Network Receiver over the Network Receiver’s configuration port (default 59910).

The minimum software/firmware version for the encoder/decoder to support the Network Receiver operation is version 6.50. Ensure that the encoder/decoder , the EASyNIC card, and the configuration software have been upgraded. See your specific hardware or software Operation Manual for more information on how upgrade your firmware and software.

Perform the following steps to configure your encoder/decoder:

1. St art the EASy PLUS Configuration Software and go to the Digital tab, Digital Config sub-tab. In the Network Receiver UDP Port field, configure the UDP port that the Network Receiver will use for initial contact. By default, the Network Receiver uses port 59912.

2. On the System tab, select the Program Configuration button and wait for the configuration to complete.

3. Cycle the power to the encoder/decoder for the change to take affect.

Note: Changes to the network settings, including changes to ports being monitored, require that the instrument be power cycled before these changes will take affect.

Note: T o disable monitoring for Network Receivers, change the Network Receiver UDP Port field to zero, program the configuration, and then power cycle the encoder/decoder.

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6. Network Receiver

Management Program

Overview

Configuration of the EAS Network Receiver can be performed by using the EAS Network Receiver Management Program as shown in this chapter or through an Internet Web browser . For more information on how to configure your EAS Network Receiver through an Internet Web browser, see Chapter 7: W eb Browser Configuration.

How to Install the Software

T o install the EAS Network Receiver Management Program, perform the following step s:

1. Depending on the operating system you are installing the program on, you may need to log on as the local administrator.

Note: Check with your network or systems administrator if you’re not sure about your current login account permissions.

2. Insert the software CD in the appropriate drive, if using a CD to install.

3. If you have Autorun enabled for the CD-ROM drive, the software setup program will st art automatically . Otherwise, select the Start button then select Run, and type [drive]:\Setup.exe, then select the OK button. (Substitute the appropriate drive path in the command.)

Note: If you have a previous version of the EAS Network Receiver Management Program installed on your system, you will be prompted to un-install the software before proceeding with the installation of the new software. For more information, see the How to Un-Install the Software Section of this chapter.

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4. The “Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for T rilithic EAS Network Receiver” screen appears, select the Next > button to proceed to the next step of the installation wizard.

Note: T o cancel the inst allation of the software at any time during the installation, select the Cancel button.

5. The “License Agreement” screen appears, select “I accept the terms of the license agreement” radio button, and then select the Next > button to proceed to the next step of the installation wizard or select the Cancel button to exit without installing.

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6. The “Destination Folder” screen appears, select the Next > button to accept the default installation directory , or select the Change... button to change the installation directory and then select the Next > button.

7. The “Ready to Install the Program” screen appears, select the Install button to proceed with the installation.

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8. The “Installing T rilithic EAS Network Receiver” screen appears to indicate the status of the software installation.

9. The “InstallShield Wizard Completed” screen appears, select the Finish button to confirm the software installation. The software installation is now complete and can be started by selecting the Desktop icon or by selecting the program from the Start menu.

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How to Un-Install the Software

T o un-install the EAS Network Receiver Management Program, perform the following step s:

1. Depending on the operating system you are installing the program on, you may need to log on as the local administrator.

Note: Check with your network or systems administrator if you’re not sure about your current login account permissions.

2. Select the Start button, then select the Control Panel icon. The “Control Panel” window will appear.

3. From the “Control Panel” window, select the Add or Remove Programs icon. The “Add or Remove Programs” window will appear.

4. From the “Add or Remove Programs” window , scroll through the listed of currently installed programs and select Trilithic EAS Network Receiver.

5. Select the Remove button to start the uninstall of the software.

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6. The text “Are you sure you want to remove Trilithic EAS Network Receiver from your computer?” will appear. Select the Yes button to continue or select the No button to quit the un-install of the software.

7. The software will begin to un-install. A window will appear showing the progress of the un-install. Once the un-install is complete, the progress window will disappear.

8. Y ou software is now sucessfully uninstalled. All program files as well as shortcuts and links to the program that were installed as part of the initial installation should now be removed.

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System Tab

The System tab is primarily used to control the behavior of the EAS Network Receiver Management Program itself. From the System tab is possible to:

• Maintain a database of several configurations that are usually used for several Network Receivers.

• Control the IP address and port that the software uses to connect to the Network Receiver .

• Transfer configuration information to the Network Receiver .

• Import and export configuration files to and from the Management Program.

• Upgrade the system firmware.

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Managing Multiple Network Receiver Systems

Multiple configurations are supported to allow several EAS Network Receivers to be managed from a single PC running the EAS Network Receiver Management Program. Use of this feature keeps the configuration information and logs separated from other Network Receivers managed from the same PC. If only one Network Receiver is being maintained, this feature can be ignored. This feature is also useful for four channel systems that include two Network Receivers.

Adding a New Network Receiver System

Perform the following steps to add a new Network Receiver system:

1. On the System tab of the software, select the Add System button.

2. The “Add a Network Receiver System” window will appear, enter a descriptive title in the System Name field, and then select the ACCEPT button.

Note: Do not use the special characters “\”, “/”, “.”, “?”, “*”, “:”, and “;” when creating a new system name, they are prohibited.

Note: When a new Network Receiver system is created, the contents of the previously accessed Network Receiver system are copied into it.

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Selecting an Existing Network Receiver System

T o select a previously added Network Receiver system, on the System tab of the software, select the Select System button, highlight the desired system name, and then select the

ACCEPT button.

Note: Always verify the correct system has been selected before

making changes to the configuration parameters.

Deleting an Existing Network Receiver System

T o delete a Network Receiver system that is no longer needed, on the System tab of the software, select the Delete System button, highlight the desired system name, and then select the ACCEPT button.

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Modifying the Name of an Existing Network Receiver System

T o modify the name of the selected Network Receiver system, on the System tab of the software, select the Modify System button, enter the new Network Receiver system name, and then select the ACCEPT button.

Configuring Your Network Receiver Communication Settings

T o configure the EAS Network Receiver Management Program to communicate with an EAS Network Receiver, on the System tab of the software, enter the configured communication parameters of the desired Network Receiver in the IP Address and Port Number fields.

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Programming a Configuration to Your Network Receiver

Before changes to the Network Receiver configuration can take affect, the configuration must be sent to the Network Receiver.

Note: Before sending the selected configuration parameters to the Network Receiver, you must configure your Network Receiver communication settings for the desired Network Receiver.

T o send a configuration to the desired Network Receiver , on the System tab, select the Program Configuration button. A status window should appear and disappear without reporting any errors.

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Retrieving a Configuration from Your Network Receiver

Y ou can load a Network Receiver’s configuration parameters into the EAS Network Receiver Management Program:

• If more than one PC is used to manage the Network Receivers, this operation can be performed before changes are made so that the PC configurations reflect the most recent changes.

• During troubleshooting, load the configuration to verify that the software reflects the last programmed configuration.

• If installing the EAS Network Receiver Management Program on an new PC, configurations can be updated from the Network Receivers themselves.

Note: Before retrieving the selected configuration parameters from the Network Receiver, you must configure your Network Receiver communication settings for the desired Network Receiver.

T o load a Network Receiver’s configuration parameters into the EAS Network Receiver Management Program, on the System tab, select the Retrieve Configuration button. A status window should appear and disappear without reporting any errors.

Uploading Your PC Time to Your Network Receiver

The Network Receiver contains an internal clock that is used in the processing of logs. V erify that your time zone and time are set correctly on the PC, and then send your PC’s time to your Network Receiver by selecting the Upload PC Time button.

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Resetting/Rebooting Your Network Receiver

Note: When changing the IP Address or Configuration Port field on the Configuration tab, the IP Address and Port Number fields on the System tab should remain set to the old IP address and port number until the RESET Hardware button has been selected.

Note: Before resetting/rebooting the Network Receiver, you must configure your Network Receiver communication settings for the desired Network Receiver.

T o reset the Network Receiver , on the System tab, select the RESET Hardware button. A status window should appear and disappear without reporting any errors. The Network Receiver may take as long as sixty seconds to complete a reset cycle.

If the value of the IP Address and/or Configuration Port field was changed on the Configuration tab, update the IP Address and/or Port Number fields on the System tab immediately after the successful reset.

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Importing and Exporting Your Network Receiver Configuration Settings

T o export the configuration settings of your Network Receiver system, on the System tab of the software, select the EXPORT Configuration button, enter the desired name of the configuration, and then select the Save button.

T o import a configuration setting file that was previously exported, on the System tab of the software, select the IMPORT Configuration button, select the desired configuration file, and then select the Open button.

Upgrading Your Network Receiver Firmware

Perform the following steps to upgrade the firmware of your Network Receiver system:

1. On the System tab of the software, select the Upgrade Firmware button. The “EAS Network Receiver Upgrade Utility” screen appears as shown in the graphic to the right.

2. Select the CONTINUE button to program the new firmware into your Network Receiver or select the CANCEL button at any time to exit without modifying your Network Receiver firmware.

CAUTION: Do not stop the upgrade process or turn off the EAS Network Receiver until the upgrade is complete. This can cause the firmware to be corrupted and may require that the unit be sent into the factory to be restored.

CAUTION: The upgrade process may damage configuration and logs. Make sure to retrieve the configuration and logs before applying this upgrade.

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3. On the next screen, enter the IP address of the Network Receiver that you wish to upgrade, and then select the CONTINUE button.

4. The upgrade utility will verify what version of firmware is installed in your Network Receiver and notify you whether your device needs a firmware upgrade. Select the CONTINUE button to upgrade only the files that are not current, otherwise, select the Program All Files button to program all Network Receiver files.

5. Once you have started the firmware upgrade, the upgrade utility will show the status of the upgrade. Once the upgrade is complete, select the OKAY button.

6. It is recommended that you power-cycle the EAS Network Receiver , making sure to leave the power off for 5 seconds before powering it back on. If you are not on-site, the unit needs to be reset from the System tab by selecting the RESET Hardware button. For more information, see the System Tab, Resetting/Rebooting Your Network Receiver Section of this chapter.

7. After the Network Receiver has booted up, verify that the configuration is correct, and then from the System tab select the Program Configuration button to upload the configuration to the Network Receiver.

8. If SNTP is not enabled, from the System tab select the Upload PC Time button to set the correct system time.

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Configuration Tab

The Configuration tab is used to setup the EAS Network Receiver’s time and network configuration.

CAUTION: Changes to any parameters located on the Configuration T ab do not take af fect until you select the RESET Hardware Button from the EAS Network Receiver Management Program or cycle the power to your instrument. For more information, see the System Tab, Resetting/Rebooting Your Network Receiver Section of this chapter .

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Time Settings

Perform the following steps to setup the time settings for your Network Receiver:

1. Select the down arrow next to the Time Zone drop-down box, and then highlight your time zone from the list provided.

2. If you are using Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) to automatically adjust the Network Receiver’s clock, select the Enable SNTP checkbox to enable this feature and then:

• Enter the IP address of the SNTP server in the Primary SNTP Server field.

• Enter the IP address of the backup SNTP server (if applicable) in the

Secondary SNTP Server field.

• Use the up or down arrow button to choose from a sync time between 4 and 168 hours in the Sync Interval field.

CAUTION: Enabling SNTP and configuring invalid SNTP Servers can have an adverse affect on the Network Receiver time.

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Network Settings

The EAS Network Receiver requires a static IP address assigned by your Network Administrator . At a minimum, a valid IP address and subnet mask are required. If the EAS Network Receiver, EAS Encoder/Decoder , or EAS Network Receiver Management Program are not on the subnet, a valid gateway address (within the subnet) is required. Verify all settings with your Network Administrator .

IP Address - Enter the value of the static IP address for the Network Receiver . Subnet Mask - Enter the value of the subnet mask address for the Network Receiver’s

subnet.

Default Gateway - Enter the value of the gateway address for the subnet, or leave blank. Host Name - Enter the name of the Network Receiver to be registered with the DNS

server(s), or leave blank. Configuration Port - Enter the value of the TCP/IP port that will be used for both the EAS

Network Receiver Management Program and the EAS Encoder/Decoder to transfer data. Enable Web Server - Select the checkbox to enable the Web access feature of the EAS

Network Receiver. This feature allows you to remotely access most configuration parameters from a Web browser , locally or through the Internet.

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Audio Inputs Tab

The Audio Input s tab is used to choose radio stations or configure a baseband audio input to be used for EAS monitoring. EAS sources are specified in St ate and Local EAS plans, not chosen by the user . In addition to configuring EAS sources, the front panel speaker can be configured in order to verify reception.

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Audio Input Channel Settings

Perform the following steps to setup the audio input channel settings for your Network Receiver:

1. Select the down arrow next to the Select an Audio Input to Configure drop-down box, and then highlight the desired channel (Channel 1 or Channel 2).

2. Select the External Audio radio button if the selected channel is either not used, or is connected to an audio source, otherwise select the Radio Receiver radio button.

3. If the selected channel is an antenna input and you have selected the Radio Receiver radio button perform the following steps:

• Select the AM, FM, or NOAA radio button, where NOAA is the National Weather Radio band.

• If the station is a nearby , high-power radio station, select the Local - High Signal Strength checkbox.

• Select the correct radio frequency for your selected radio band at the bottom of the Audio Input Channel Settings area.

4. Select the Program Audio Settings button to set the configuration for the selected channel and repeat for each audio input channel that needs configured.

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Speaker Settings

Perform the following steps to verify the audio input channel settings for your Network Receiver:

1. Select the down arrow next to the Speaker Source drop-down box and then highlight the desired channel (Channel 1 or Channel 2).

2. Adjust the front panel speaker volume by adjusting the slider up or down.

3. V erify the audio settings by selecting the Change Speaker Source & V olume button. The front panel speaker should contain clear audio from the selected channel. Some EAS specific audio sources may not contain audio until an EAS message is activated.

4. Repeat this procedure for each audio input channel that has been configured. Af ter verifying the audio input channel settings for you Network Receiver , set the Speaker Source drop-down box to Internal to mute the front panel speaker .

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Encoder/Decoders Tab

The Encoder/Decoders tab is used to configure where EAS messages are delivered. The Network Receiver forwards received EAS messages to a group of EAS Encoder/Decoders that are included in the contact list. Up to eight EAS Encoder/Decoders can be activated (added to the contact list) from a single EAS Network Receiver . This tab is provided to configure the encoder/decoders that must be contacted with EAS alert messages.

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Adding a New Encoder/Decoder to the Contact List

Perform the following steps to add a new encoder/decoder to the contact list:

1. On the Encoder/Decoders tab of the software, enter the IP address of the encoder/ decoder that you wish to add in the IP Address field.

2. Use the up or down arrow button to choose a UDP port number of the selected encoder/decoder uses to receive Network Receiver alerts in the UDP Port field. For more information on how to set the UDP port number of an encoder/decoder , see Chapter 5: Required Encoder/Decoder Setup.

3. Select the Add button to add the selected encoder/decoder to the list. The IP address and UDP port of the new encoder/decoder will appear in the first available slot in the contact list.

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Modify an Existing Encoder/Decoder in the Contact List

T o modify the IP address and UDP port number of an existing encoder/decoder, perform the following steps:

1. On the Encoder/Decoders tab of the software, select the desired encoder/decoder from the contact list. The selected encoder/decoder’s IP address and UDP port number will automatically appear in the IP Address and UDP Port fields.

2. Enter the new IP address or UDP port number in the IP Address and UDP Port fields, and then select the Modify button. The changes will be reflected in the contact list below.

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Deleting an Existing Encoder/Decoder from the Contact List

T o delete an existing encoder/decoder from the contact list, on the Encoder/Decoders tab of the software, select the desired encoder/decoder from the contact list, and then select the Delete button. The changes will be reflected in the contact list below .

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Logs Tab

Log maintenance is not required on the Network Receiver, however it contains a diagnostic log that may be used in troubleshooting the EAS system. These logs are not typically used in FCC required files, as the encoder/decoders will maintain a log of messages received from Network Receivers.

CAUTION: Logging stops when the log memory is full, therefore it is recommended that the logs be erased every three to six months.

Word Wrap - Enable or disable the word-wrap function of the log display window . PRINT - Print the currently displayed log to the Windows default printer. SA VE - Save the currently displayed log to a text file. Clear Log - Clear the information that is currently displayed in the log display window.

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Download Onboard Log - Connect to the selected Network Receiver and retrieve its log. Once downloaded, the log information will be displayed in the log display window .

Erase Onboard Log - Connect to the selected Network Receiver and erase its onboard log. Once erased, the log information that is displayed in the log display window will remain unchanged.

Note: Before downloading or erasing the log from the Network Receiver, you must configure your Network Receiver communication settings for the desired Network Receiver .

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Utilities Tab

The Utilities tab is used to send an EAS test message. T o send a EAS test message, enter the desired FIPS Code in the FIPS Code for T est field and then press the Send Test Message button.

CAUTION: Pressing the Send T est Message button may cause interruption of legitimate EAS messages as well as interruption of subscriber programs, proceed with caution.

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7. Web Browser Configuration

Overview

Configuration of the EAS Network Receiver can be performed by using an Internet Web browser as shown in this chapter or through the EAS Network Receiver Management Program. For more information on how to configure your EAS Network Receiver through the EAS Network Receiver Management Program, see Chapter 6: Network Receiver Management Program.

T o access the Main Page of the Internet W eb browser EAS Network Receiver Configuration;

• Enter the address http://XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX/index into the URL address bar of your Internet Web browser . “XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX” denotes the configured IP address of your EAS Network Receiver. The factory default IP address for the EAS Network Receiver is “10.1.65.79”.

• Once you have entered the address above, press the Enter button on your keyboard, and then the Main Page will appear as shown below .

T o access individual configuration parameter pages, select the corresponding hyperlink from the Main Page. Y ou can return to the main page from any configuration parameter p age by selecting the Main Page button.

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Time Configuration

The Time Configuration Page is used to configure the same settings that are described in Chapter 6: Network Receiver Management Program, Configuration Tab, Time Settings.

Once you have completed the changes to your time settings, press the Program Time Configuration button to program your EAS Network Receiver with the new settings.

T o program the internal clock of the Network Receiver , select the Set Clock button. The following page will appear . T o set the proper system time, select the down arrow next to the appropriate drop-down box . When you have finished making changes, select the Set Clock button to program the internal clock of the Network Receiver.

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Network Configuration

The Network Configuration Page is used to configure the same settings that are described in Chapter 6: Network Receiver Management Program, Configuration Tab, Network Settings.

Once you have completed your changes to the network configuration settings, press the Program Network Configuration button to program your EAS Network Receiver with the new settings.

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Audio Input Configuration

The Audio Input Configuration Page is used to configure the audio input channel settings for your Network Receiver.

T o change the type of audio input for Channel 1 and/or Channel 2, select External Audio, AM

Radio, FM Radio, or NOAA Radio button.

Note: The button that corresponds to the current audio input setting will

not be displayed.

Note: T o edit the current audio input settings, select the Edit <input type> Settings button. The corresponding settings page will be

displayed, you can then configure your settings as described in Chapter 6: Network Receiver Management Program, Audio Inputs Tab, Audio

Input Channel Settings.

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If the selected channel is External Audio and you have selected the AM Radio, FM Radio, or NOAA Radio button or you have selected the Edit <input type> Settings button, the corresponding settings page will be displayed as shown below . These pages are used to configure the same settings that are described in Chapter 6: Network Receiver Management Program, Audio Inputs Tab, Audio Input Channel Settings. Once you have finished making configuration changes, select the OK button to save your changes and return to the Audio Input

Configuration page or select the Cancel button to discard your changes and return to the Audio Input Configuration page.

If the selected channel is AM Radio, FM Radio, or NOAA Radio and you have selected the External Audio button, the corresponding settings page will be displayed as shown below. To

switch the audio channel to External Audio, select the OK button to save your changes and return to the Audio Input Configuration page or select the Cancel button to discard your changes and return to the Audio Input Configuration page.

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Encoder/Decoders Configuration

The Encoder/Decoders Configuration Page is used to configure the encoder/decoder settings for your Network Receiver .

T o add a new encoder/decoder to the contact list, enter the IP Address and UDP Port of the selected encoder/decoder in the corresponding field. T o delete an existing encoder/decoder from the contact list, delete the IP Address and UDP Port of the desired encoder/decoder .

Once you have completed your changes to the encoder/decoders configuration settings, press the Program Network Configuration button to program your EAS Network Receiver with the new settings.

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Message Log

The Message Log Page is used to view a diagnostic log that may be used in troubleshooting the EAS system. These logs are not typically used in FCC required files, as the encoder/decoders will maintain a log of messages received from Network Receivers.

Select the Delete Log button to delete the diagnostic log or select the Main Page button to return to the Main Page.

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System Actions

The System Actions Page is used to reset the Network Receiver and send EAS test messages. Select the Reset button to restart the Network Receiver . To send a EAS test message, enter the desired FIPS Code in the County Code field and then

press the Test button.

CAUTION: Pressing the Send T est Message button may cause interruption of legitimate EAS messages as well as interruption of subscriber programs, proceed with caution.

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9. Specifications

Mechanical:

Enclosure Dimensions: 1U - 19” rack mount General: Accommodates 1 or 2 EAS Network Receiver boards (allowing for 4

EAS monitoring ports

Front Panel: Speaker (per board assembly; 2 radio channels per board)

Power, S tatus, Fault, Channel 1 & Channel 2 activity indicators (per board)

Back Panel: AC power input

1 - RS-232 serial port on DB9 connector (per board) 1 - 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port on RJ-45 jack (per board) 2 - 600 Ohm balanced baseband audio inputs on 6 pin modular screw terminal plug (per board) 2 - 75 Ohm antenna inputs on F connectors for internal radio receivers (per board)

Communications: 1 - RS-232C serial port available on a DB9 connector

1 - 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port available on a RJ-45 jack Supported network protocols: ARP, RARP, PING , UDP , TCP/IP, FTP , HTTP, SNTP and SNMP will be supported in a later firmware revision; Spring 2008.

Processing & Memory: 32 bit RISC processor

Audio DSP 32 Mb RAM 32 Mb FLASH (nonvolatile) RTC (real-time clock) with battery backup Firmware upgrades are accomplished via FTP across the 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port. Maintains an onboard nonvolatile log of all system activity (maximum 1 Mb), log entries include: receive EAS, EAS decode status, deliver EAS, errors, etc.

Indicators: Power, st atus, fault, Channel 1 and Channel 2 activity indicators

available on the front panel. Speaker is available on front panel to monitor audio/radio input s, includes volume control.

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Audio:

General: 2 (4) audio inputs are monitored for EAS messages.

4 minutes of audio storage is provided for each input to store EAS audio messages. All audio inputs have AGC. Each audio input is selectable as external baseband audio or radio receiver. Baseband audio inputs: balanced, 600 Ohm, modular screw terminal plugs. Internal radio receivers: 2 (4) internal radio receivers, selectable as AM, FM, or NOAA. 75 Ohm F type connectors for the antenna inputs.

In-line pad to decrease input signal strength. Minimum RF Input: AM 25 dBµV , FM 8 dBµV, NOAA 25 dBµV Maximum RF Input: 60 dBµV Frequency Range: AM 520 - 1720 KHz, FM 87.5 - 108 MHz, NOAA 162.4 - 162.55 MHz

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Warranty Information

Trilithic, Inc. warrants that each p art of this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use, operating conditions and service for a period of two (2) years from date of delivery . Trilithic, Inc.’ s obligation under this Warranty shall be limited, at T rilithic, Inc.’s sole option, to replacing the product, or to replacing or repairing any defective part, F.O.B. Indianapolis, Indiana; provided that the Buyer shall give Trilithic, Inc. written notice.

Batteries are not included or covered by this Warranty . The remedy set forth herein shall be the only remedy available to the Buyer under this Warranty

and in no event shall Trilithic, Inc. be liable for incident al or consequential damages for any alleged breach of this Warranty . This W arranty shall not apply to any part of the product which, without fault of Trilithic, Inc., has been subject to alteration, failure caused by a p art not supplied by Trilithic, Inc., accident, fire or other casualty , negligence or misuse, or to any cause whatsoever other than as a result of a defect.

Except for the warranty and exclusions set forth above, and the warranties, if any , available to the Buyer from those who supply Trilithic, Inc., there are no warranties, expressed or implied (including without limitation, any implied warranties of merchantability of fitness), with respect to the condition of the product or its suitability for any use intended for it by the Buyer or by the purchaser from the Buyer.

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