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1. 2 5 Remote Control Board P N 923051 1 2 6 Remote Control Board P N 943180 1 2 7 Optional Loudspeaker Headphone Installation 2 10 External Loudspeaker eee 2 10 Headset yu aa boot beste OP 2 10 Transceiver Adjustments and Settings 2 10 Operational Check 2 10 Storage 4 oe cas Le AT e to Le st ee dI 2 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS Continued Paragraph Title SECTION 3 OPERATING AND CHANNEL PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Introduction Installation Operating Instructions Transmitter Operation Local Mode Receiver Operation Local Mode Switching OFF External DC Operation Channel Frequency Selection Introduction F O N gt Preprogramming Channel Frequencies Re Assembly WO CO CO 9 0 CO 9 O WWW WW ANWNWWTNWURRRRRUN DOURWN LIST OF TABLES Table No Title TSC 4100 4200 4300 8 33 Configurations 1 1 1 2 2 1 Remote Control Connector Functions 2 2 Remote Control Board P N 923051 1 Settings 2 3 3 1 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Figure No Title 1 1 VHF AM Single Channel Transceiver 2 1 Single Channel Transceiver Internal View 2 2 Remote Control Board P N 923051 1 2 3 Remote Control Board P N 943180 1 2 4 Transceiver Adjustments and Settings 3 1 Single Channel Transceiver Controls and Indicators Operator s Switches Controls and Indicators
2. Intel or compatible Pentium class PC Windows NT 4 0 with at least Service Pack 4 installed Installation of Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 0 or any Microsoft application more recent than mid 1998 will have automatically updated the required system files Mouse 5 free Hard Disk space One available properly configured RS 232 serial COM port 1 1 2 1 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Before the TDP software can be installed all of the minimum computer system requirements outlined in the previous section must be met otherwise difficulty may be encountered during installation or operation the software The installation procedures outlined in this document assume some basic working knowledge of at least one of Microsoft s Windows 95 98 NT 2000 operating systems NOTE At any point during installation if any Dialog Boxes pop up exclaiming that newer system files are about to be overwritten by older files click on NO to skip overwriting newer files WinZip Self Extractor TDP90 Install exe a z This program will unpack and install on your computer c software provided by Technisonic Industries eer Click the Setup button to proceed About Figure 2 1 1 Setup Extraction Dialog Welcome to the 90 Setup program This program will install 90 on your computer It is strongly recommended that you exit all Windows programs before running t
3. Frequency Preparation 2 7 220 8 netur inu esee mine deals Frequency Selection 92 SC 8 33 Leading Particulars Remote Control Board P N 943180 1 Settings Operator s Switches Controls and Indicators Page 1 1 1 2 SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION This publication provides general information on the VHE AM Single Channel Transceivers Model TiL 92 SC8 33 Part Nos 921018 1 8 33 921018 28 33 and 921018 38 33 manufactured by Technisonic Industries Limited The 8 33 suffix indicates that the Option 8 33 which will allow operation with 8 33kHz spacing in addition to 25kHz spacing These units are also referred to by Item No s TSC 4100 8 33 5 4200 8 33 and TSC 4300 8 33 respectively This document covers the configuration of this equipment that utilizes either of the following remote control cards p n s 923051 1 standard or 943180 1 supplied upon request These cards allow the transceiver to be remotely controlled over 600 ohm dedicated lines using a variety of keying methods The Model TiL 92 SC 8 33 Transceivers are simplex single channel fixed frequency transceivers operating over the frequency range of 117 975 MHz to 138 000 MHz These units are intended for base station operation in an air traffic environment These systems can operate from AC power or external DC power in local and remote
4. 1 2 1 3 or SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION This publication provides operating and installation information on the TiL TDP 90 Programming Software for 8 33 kHz series transceivers The TDP software allows a standard PC to retrieve data from a connected 8 33kHz AM series transceiver for editing storing and sharing with other 8 33 kHz AMI series transceivers With the TDP software you can create save and print archives of your 8 33 kHz AM series transceiver channel settings DESCRIPTION The TiL TDP 90 software is a 32 bit Windows application that will work under Windows 95 Windows 98 and Windows NT 4 0 There are no known issues preventing the TDP 90 from working under Windows 2000 Please see section 2 for details on your particular installation MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Windows 95 Intel 486 or compatible based PC Windows 95 with the latest Service Releases Packs installed Installation of Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 0 or any Microsoft application more recent than mid 1998 will have automatically updated the required system files Mouse 5 Hard Disk space One available properly configured RS 232 serial COM port Windows 98 Windows 2000 Intel or compatible Pentium class PC Windows 98 or Windows 2000 with the latest Service Releases Packs installed Mouse 5 MB free Hard Disk space One available properly configured RS 232 serial COM port Windows NT 4 0
5. 1 3 1 1 LOCAL OPERATION In local operation voice audio and keying PT T functions are routed from the microphone not supplied to the transceiver Receive audio is routed to the intemal loudspeaker and phone jack located on the front panel REMOTE OPERATION In Remote operation transmit audio keying PT T and receive audio functions are routed over land lines to the GOO ohm remote inputs Intemal jumpers can be set for DC ground or tone transmitter keying and to provide a DC squelch signal and RF Output Power signal depending on the remote control board installed Receive audio is routed to the internal loudspeaker and is adjustable by the volume control Transmit audio is also routed to the internal loudspeaker at an internally adjustable preset level see conference audio Conference Audio Optional NOTE This feature is only provided upon special order The component R7 discussed below is left unpopulated on standard configuration radios Conference Audio provides the operator with Tx voice on the transceiver speaker when the transmitter is remotely keyed from another location The audio level of the transmit audio is intemally adjustable from O OW to O 5W of audio output The adjustment is performed via rotation of the potentiometer R7 see Figure 2 5 for location which is accessible from the top of the transceiver after removing the top dust cover of the unit NOTE The transmit audio level can be increased by rotating
6. 2 2 SECTION 2 PREPARATION FOR USE AND STORAGE INTRODUCTION This section provides the information required for custom configuration and storage of the Single Channel Transceiver Custom system configuration includes customizing remote control board functions CAUTION Antenna must be connected to transceiver before transmitting or permanent damage to the output stage may occur DISASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 2 1 Remove Replace Top Dust Cover Assembly REMOVAL 1 Remove and retain twelve screws securing top dust cover to the 19 rack chassis 2 Please note the location of the three longer screws which travel through the heatsink shims rivetted to the inside of the top cover 3 Lift cover clear of chassis to expose internal view of transceiver as shown in Figure 2 1 REPLACEMENT 1 Position top cover on chassis 2 Position one screw in each comer of the top cover mounting holes Place the three longer screws into their correct holes located over the internal transceiver module 3 Secure cover to chassis with remaining screws Remove Replace Transceiver Module REMOVAL 1 Remove dust cover as described in paragraph 2 2 1 2 Disconnect RF and DC connectors from rear of transceiver module 3 Remove and retain the screws securing the top cover of the internal transceiver module 4 Remove and retain two screws and two washers securing flat cable to the side of the transceiver module and disconnect
7. NA Tuc N D D S o S S FS TONO EOS TO NA N O Om P N gt TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page GENERAL DESCRIPTION Introduction sss sss sns 1 1 DESCGHPTIORN 2 2 eI RT ee xu EE E NM es Ge dein 1 1 Transceiver Module 1 2 Power Supply Modules P N s 922079 1 922083 1 1 2 RF Amplifier Modules Models PA 15 PA 25 1 2 Mother Board P N 923056 2 1 2 Remote Control Boards 1 3 Crystal Filter Option 1 l llle 1 3 RE Isolators iuum a N 1 3 Modes of Operation hapa P kusi s Q a UE es 1 3 Local Remote Operation 1 3 Conference audio 1 4 and DC 1 4 Technical Summary p sisa k w W 1 4 PREPARATION FOR USE AND STORAGE Introduction T pu ESPERE tue ub ba pa k a eto Kran 2 1 Disassembly Assembly ees 2 1 Remove Replace Cover Assembly es 2 1 Remove Replace Transceiver Module 2 1 Remove Replace Memory Set Board Module 2 3 Remove Replace Control Board 2 3 Remove Replace Crystal Filter Board P N 923069 2 4 Remote Operation Set
8. Power Output 5 10 Watts Audio Input O O5 Vrms to 2 0 Vrms Speech Processor Dynamic Range 35 dB Modulation Audio Distortion 9096 mod Low Power Audio Distortion 2 9096 mod with Linear Amplifier at High Power 15 MAX Audio Frequency Response 300 Hz to 2 500 Hz 1 3 dB Spurious Emissions 60 dB below carrier Hum and Noise 45 dB below modulated carrier RECEIVER RF Input Impedance 50S VSWR 2 1 MAX Sensitivity 12 dB SINAD 1 KHz 3096 Mod 1 5 uvolts Selectivity 25 KHz Channel Spacing 6 dB Bandwidth Greater than 14 KHz 80 dB Bandwidth Less Than 50 KHz Selectivity 8 33kHz Channel Spacing Bandwidth at 6dBpoints More than 10kHz 5kHz Bandwidth at 60dB Points Less than than 15 KHz 7 5kHz Adjacent Channel Selectivity for 2bkHz and 8 33kHz Greater Than 85 dB Spurious Response Attenuation Greater than 95 dB Frequency Stability 4OEC to 55EC 1 000 Hz MAX RF AGC 5 uvolts to 1 volt Audio Level change of less than 3 dB Intermodulation Ultimate Sensitivity u volts 300 uvolts Unwanted Radiation Hum amp Noise 1mV RF 30 MOD Loudspeaker Output Phone Output Audio Distortion 1mV RF Input 30 MOD Audio Distortion 1mV RF Input 90 MOD Audio Output Limiting Less than 1 dB 30 to 100 MOD Audio Frequency Response 300 Hz 2500 Hz Audio Acquisition Time Less than 50 msecs Audio Squelch Characteristics Squelch Type Noise and Carrier Operated Carrier and Noise Operated Squelch Adjustable 2 to 15 pvolts 1 6 2 2 2 2 1 2
9. Provides remote control Base Station operation on 2 wire 600 ohm lines Two wire Line Interface board with EIA multi tone standard 2175Hz continuous tone DC keying of ground keying over audio lines The mult tone keying format consists of a high level 2175 tone followed by a 1950 Hz guard tone and then a low level 2175 Hz continuous tone is utilized to key the transceiver This board will aleo support 15MA current loop or ground keying Refer to Figure 2 3 for jumper locations to set functions and line level adjustments for this board Summary of jumper settings follow Pins are numbers increase as you go from top to bottom or left to right on the connector Set J1 for ST standard 2175Hz continuous Tone keying or for EIA multi tone keying format Set J2 for Tone keying function ON left jumper position or OFF right jumper position Set J3 for Time out timer OFF left jumper position or ON right jumper position See Figure 2 3 for location of jumpers and left right orientation TABLE 2 3 REMOTE CONTROL BOARD P N 943180 1 SETTINGS CONTROL FUNCTION Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 for ST standard 2175 Hz continuous tone Keying Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 for EIA multi tone Keying Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 for Tone Keying Jumper Pin 4 and Pin 5 for Current Loop 15 DC or Ground Keying NOTE Both options may be selected Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 to disable Tone Keying Jumper Pin 5 and Pin 6 to disable Current Loop and Ground Keying Jumper
10. The audio line is disconnected from the intemal loudspeaker when the transceiver is operated in Tx mode or when the SPEAKER PHONE connector is in use SPEAKER A 3 pole connector provides interconnection to either an external PHONE CONNECTOR loudspeaker or headphone When in use the internal speaker is disconnected and the VOLUMIE control sets the audio level applied to the external speaker or headphone AC FUSE A2 5 Amp fuse protects the Base Station power supply from povver supply internal short circuit or transceiver short circuit i ne TYPE A 50 ohm coaxial connector provides connection to external antenna CONNECTOR AC POWER 3 Prong AC Connector for use with AC Power Cord P N CONNECTOR 927002 1 9 PIN 9 Pin D type connector provides connections required for remote REMOTE operation Refer to Table 2 3 for connector details CONTROL CONNECTOR 25 PIN 25 Pin D type connector provides connections required for remote REMOTE operation Refer to Table 2 3 for connector details CONTROL CONNECTOR RJ 11 REMOTE RJ 11 type connector provides parallel connection to the 2 Wire Tx Rx CONNECTOR audio from remoteline interface board This connector supports 2 wire operation only Denotes items located on rear panel 3 4 3 4 3 4 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 NOTE Refer to appropriate Operating Instructions for use with Remote Control Unit NOTE The following operating p
11. potentiometer R7clockwise and decreased by counterclockwise rotation If further adjustment of conference audio is required the top cover of the transceiver module must be removed to gain access to potentiometer R63 located on the Audio Interface Module A3 see Figure 2 5 for location 1 3 2 AC and DC Operation 1 4 The unit can be operated by extemal 120 VAC or extemal 28 VDC 13 7 VDC for 7W configurations The AC power supply can also be set to allow operation on 240 VAC 1 AC OPERATION During AC operation the unit can charge and trickle charge extemal batteries via the extemal connectors mounted on the rear panel of the unit Refer to section for remote connector pin details regarding DC operation DC OPERATION The unit can be operated from an extemal DC supply within the range of 21 6 Vdc to 30 Vdc for 15 watt and 25 watt configurations and within the range of 11 5 Vdc to 15 0 Vdc for 7 watt configurations TECHNICAL SUMMARY Asummary of electrical operational mechanical and physical characteristics of the Single Channel Transceivers are provided in Table 1 2 1 4 TABLE 1 2 92 SC LEADING PARTICULARS POWER REOUIREMENTS 7 Watt Transceiver AC Input Voltage Current 100 to 132 VAC 1 0 Amp DC Input Voltage Current 11 5 VDC to 15 VDC 3 5 Amp 15 Watt Transceiver AC Input Voltage Current 100 to 132 VAC 1 5 Amp DC Input Voltage Current 21 6 VDC to 30 VDC 4 0 Amp 25 Watt Transceiver AC Input Voltage Current 1
12. programmable synthesized frequencies with 2bkHz or 8 33kHz channel spacing in the frequency range 117 975 MHz to 138 000 MHz The single channel memory set board module A5A1 is mounted extemal to the 90 6R8 33 transceiver module to facilitate ease of frequency programming Refer to above paragraph for details on the new dual conversion receiver transmitter A1 module Power Supply Modules P N s 922079 1 922083 1 The Power Supply Modules provide the DC supply voltage to the transceiver and linear amplifier and houses a battery charger which can provide charging and trickle charging to extemal rechargeable batteries P N 922079 1 is for use in the 7 Watt configurations P N 922083 1 is for use in the 15 Watt configurations and the 25 Watt configurations RF Amplifier Modules Models PA 15 PA 25 The RF Amplifier modules provide 15 Watt Model PA 15 or 25 Watt Model PA 25 power output The RF Amplifiers are fed by the 7 Watt RF output from the transceiver module An intemal mounted RF Relay bypasses the RF Amplifier when in receive mode Mother Board p n 923056 2 Mother Board pin 923056 2 is supplied with the two available remote control cards and supports both a 25 pin D and 9 pin Positronics remote connectors on the back of the transceiver chassis A RJ11 style connector is also provided which supports only 2 wire audio signals The Mother Board provides all interconnection between the three extemal remote control connectors RF Amp
13. the flat cable Disconnect the flat cable running out of the transceiver module at the connector on the external memory set board 5 Remove and Retain four countersunk screws securing transceiver module to front panel RF IN OUT RE ERE k SINK N TYPE AMPLIFIER 115 VAC INPUT A TH Al RF ISOLATOR OTHER BOARD n TARD OPTIONAL CRYSTAL FILTER all sii TRANSCEIVER MEMORY SET POWER MODULE BOARD SUPPLY Figure 2 1 Single Channel Transceiver Internal View 2 2 3 2 2 4 6 7 Move the transceiver module slightly back from the front panel and disconnect the flat cable connecting the front panel assembly to the transceiver module audio interface board A3 The connector is located on the A3 board Lift transceiver module clear of chassis REPLACEMENT 1 2 3 4 Position the transceiver module into the chassis While holding the transceiver module slightly back from the front panel re connect the flat cable from the front panel to the A3 board in the transceiver module Position and secure transceiver module to front panel with four countersunk screws Re connect flat cable to transceiver module Secure flat cable to the side of transceiver module with two screws and two washers Connect flat cable running out of the transceiver module to the external memory set board Connect DC and RF connectors to rear of transceiver module Replace and secure the to
14. tone is utilized to key the transceiver TABLE 2 1 REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTOR FUNCTIONS 9 PIN 25 PIN Connector Pin Functions NO NO 9 21 4 Wire Tx Audio Line or 2 Wire Rx Tx Audio Line 600 S 10 22 4 Wire Rx Audio Line 600 S 12 24 External DC In 24 Vdc 8 AGC 13 Single Line Keying PTT 1 2 14 15 Ground 25 Squelch 23 11 Carrier Control 20 RF Indicator 3 4 5 6 7 16 17 Not Connected allocated for future functions 18 19 NOTE A modular RJ 1 1 Jack is also provided on the rear of the 19 rack chassis for quick connection to the 2 wire Tx Rx Audio The red and green wire connections centre pins on the RJ 11 are connected parallel to pins 9 and 21 on the 25 pin connector This RJ 11 jack CANNOT be used if the remote control card is set to 4 wire operation as it does not have the necessary connections 2 5 2 3 1 Two Four Wire Remote Control Board P N 923051 1 Provides remote control base station operation on 2 wire or 4 vvire GOO ohm lines This board can be configured to key the transmitter using a 2175 Hz tone 2380 Hz upon request plus minus DC Voltages ground keying and intemal or extemal current loop keying Transmit and Receive audio is user selectable for two wires or four wires Crystals for tone frequencies other than 2175 Hz or 2380 Hz may be obtained by special order See Figure 2 2 for location of jumpers referred to in the following table Pins are numbers increase as you go from top to bottom or le
15. 00 to 132 VAC 2 0 Amp DC Input Voltage Current 21 6 VDC to 30 VDC 7 5 Amp POWER OUTPUT 7 Watt Transceiver 5 10 Watts 15 Watt Transceiver 10 20 Watts 25 Watt Transceiver 20 30 Watts Microphone Compression Range Battery Charger Voltage amp Current 27 5 Vdc 3 5 Amps MAX REMOTE CONTROL BOARD P N 923051 1 specifications Remote Audio Input 2 or 4 wire selectable balanced 600 S lines Remote Tx Timeout 30 to 300 seconds Tone Keying Impedance 600 S floating with respect to ground Tx Control Tone 2175 Hz standard Tx Tone Input Level O to 40 dBm Tx Tone Control Response Time lt 12 milliseconds DC Keying 48 Vdc Loop Resistance Ground Keying Closure to Ground Loop Resistance Remote Range 10 dBm to 15 dBm Factory set to 10dBm Impedance 600 S floating with respect to ground RX TX Interface Signals Squelch Signal Ground Open circuit for Mute TX RF Output Signal RF ON Ground RF OFF Open Circuit AGC Signal Output Linear O to 6 Vdc Temperature amp Humidity Operating Temperature Range 25EC 13EF 55EC 131EF Storage Temperature Range 55EC 67EF to 65EC 149EF Relative Humidity Dimensions amp Weight 483 mm 19 0 in MAX 89 mm 3 5 in MAX 432 mm 17 0 in MAX 6 3 Kg 14 Ibs MAX 1 5 TABLE 1 2 92 SC LEADING PARTICULARS Continued TRANSCEIVER MODULE Dimensions amp Weight Width 216 mm 8 5 in MAX 70 mm 2 75 in MAX 260 mm 10 25 in MAX 1 8 Kg 3 Ib 15 oz MAX TRANSMITTER
16. 5 Install Remote Control connector to 9 Pin or 25 Pin connector as required Refer to Figure 3 1 for connector pin outs 6 Connect antenna connector to rear panel chassis N Type connector OPERATOR S SWITCHES CONTROLS AND INDICATORS A view of the front and rear panel is given in Figure 3 1 A functional description of each of the operators switches controls and indicators and the microphone PRESS TO TALK switch is given in Table 3 1 Operator s Switches Controls and Indicators 25 PIN REMOTE CONTROL 9 PIN CONNECTOR REMOTE CONTROL DETAIL CONNECTOR 1 13 DETAIL 14 25 N AC POWER AN TERN CONNECTOR CONNECTOR SINGLE CHANNEL T r sonic Industries Limited VHF AM TRANSCEIVER TSC P N HHHE S N 000000 RF OUTPUT POWER o discs vo e 9 E IN CANADA o CD 9 PIN 29 PIN TYPE POSITRONICS TYPE BETEN TOR COEM REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTOR CONNECIOR Tx ON POWER ON INDICATOR INDICATOR YELLOW POWER ae SQUELCH MAIN POWER ON OFF INDICATOR SWITCH SWITCH GREEN VOLUME LOUDSPEAKER SINGLE CHANNEL MODEL TiL 9 sC Tethi d ethnisogic Indugtries Limite St VHF AM TRANSCEIVER o POWER eee eee ee 9 3 5 AMP o VOL E MIC PHOI MIC PTT SPEAKER PHONE CONNECTOR MAIN FUSE Figure 3 1 3 2 Single Channel Transceiver
17. Controls and Indicators TABLE 3 1 OPERATOR S SWITCHES CONTROLS AND INDICATORS SWITCHES CONTROLS amp FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION INDICATORS 27 5 volts nominal powver to the transceiver The transceiver is svvitched to ON in the toggle UP position the transceiver is switched OFF in the toggle DOWN position SQUELCH A linear potentiometer determines the squelch threshold level When the CONTROL SQUELCH CONTROL is rotated in the counter clockwise direction the SQUELCH GREEN LED indicates that the squelch is connecting demodulated audio to the VOLUME control An AMBER LED indicates when the transceiver is keyed by the microphone AMBER LED PRESS TO TALK PTT switch or remote land line and the transceiver is INDICATOR operated in the Tx mode The Tx ON AMBER LED switches OFF when the transceiver is operated in the receive mode VOLUME A logarithmic potentiometer determines the audio level applied to the CONTROL internal speaker when the transceiver is operated in the receive mode When the SPEAKER PHONE connector is in use the intemal loudspeaker is disconnected and the VOLUIVIE CONTROL sets the audio level applied to the external speaker or headphone 3 3 TABLE 3 1 OPERATOR S SWITCHES CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Continued SWITCHES CONTROLS amp FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION INDICATORS RX LABEL Indicates the frequency programmed for receive 10 LOUDSPEAKER An 8 ohm internal speaker reproduces the receiver audio output
18. ERIAL TECHNICAL DATA The TDP 90 communicates with a connected 8 33 kHz transceiver at 9600 Baud 8 Data bits no Parity and 1 Stop bit The TDP software sets these communications parameters upon startup independent of the Windows default settings for the COM port you are using These communications parameters are not user configurable
19. HANNEL FREOUENCIES Having ascertained the desired operating frequencies for each channel continue as follovvs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Run the TDP 90 program on the computer Click on the Data pull down list and select the serial port to which the transceiver is connected Set the program for 1 or 6 channels as applicable Turn on power to the transceiver Click on the Up icon to retrieve the frequencies from the radio You will see activity in the Terminal window as data is being transferred Edit the frequencies as desired Click on the Dn icon to copy the frequencies to the transceiver You will see activity in the Terminal window as data is being transferred Click on the diskette icon to save the file Click on the printer icon to print a hard copy of the frequencies Turn off power to the transceiver RE ASSEMBLY After frequency programming has been completed remove the programming cable from J4 and reassemble the transceiver as follows 1 2 3 Disconnect the power cable to the transceiver Install the bottom cover on the main chassis of the transceiver utilizing screvvs and lock washers retained during disassembly Tighten Screws On the front panel label of the transceiver mark the channel designation label with the appropriate frequency against each channel preprogrammed Section 3 Addendum A Til Document No O2RE305 This document contains designs a
20. Pin 1 and Pin 2 to enable Timeout Timer Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 to disable Timeout Timer Tx audio level Adjustment Keying Tone Attenuator 1950 Tone level Adjustment 2175 Tone Level Adjustment Sets Rx Audio Level Adjustment Range 15 dBm to 10 dBm Sets Timeout Timer Range 30 to 300 Seconds 2 7 Control Configuration for 2 4 Wire DC Ground Tone Current Loop Keying Control Board Assembly 923051 928 Jl 9 CURRENT LP KEYING DC KEYING Re5 LAND LINE E aca R10 5 WIRES INT CURR LP EXT CURR LP GND GS L 4 WIRE GND lt L L J6 11 R7 M S L J4 ole Je Ree JS lt GND KEYING TIMER R44 UN OFF eig J3 J7 Nore TONE assy 923051 REV 2 WIRE 4 WIRE TUNE KEYING CONTROL BOARD SERIAL amp RT Tx Audio 25 dBm sensitivity increases clockwise R10 2 Wire Rx Balance 6000 1mV RF 1KHz 30 Mod R10 adjusted for minimum amplitude at C6 R4 junction R22 Keying Tone 30 dBm sensitivity decreases clockwise R25 Rx Audio 10 dBm output level increases clockwise R44 Time Out Timer 15 to 300 sec 90 sec Nominal incr
21. TH TRANSMIT AUDIO When receiver audio with transmit audio is required the headset should be connected between the ring and sleeve ground TRANSCEIVER ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS The locations at which certain transceiver settings and adjustments can be performed are shown in Figure 2 4 The top dust cover of the transceiver must be removed as described in paragraph 2 2 1 to access the AGC Squelch and Modulation settings The plastic plugs must be removed prior to adjustment of the remaining settings vvhich are accessed from the bottom of the transceiver chassis If alignment procedures for these settings are required please consult the manufacturer or the appropriate service manual OPERATIONAL CHECK Perform an operational check of the transceiver after all adjustments Ensure that the transceiver operates in both the transmit and receive modes of operation using the Operating Instructions given in Section 3 of this document and the appropriate specified operating procedures for use with the Remote Control Unit STORAGE To store for an extended period store unit in a dry place in the original shipping container AC IN N MOTHER CONFERENCE AUDIO amp SIDE TONE R63 TO ACCESS REMOVE TRANSCEIVER COVER CONFERENCE AUDIO R7 MODULATION AGC R53 SQUELCH R14 2 11 BOTTOM VIEW RF IN OUT INTERNAL 13 7 7 RF POWER R16 FREQUENCY OFFSET C37 FREQUENCY SET C16 NOISE SO
22. UELCH R79 REMOTE CONTROL BOARD OPTIONAL SINGLE CHANNEL MEMORY SET BOARD MODULE POWER 9 SUPPLY MODULE ASA2 Figure 2 4 Transceiver Adjustments and Settings 3 2 3 3 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION This section includes a functional description of each switch control indicator and connector located on the front and rear panels of the portable transceiver including the PRESS TO TALK switch located on the microphone Operating instructions for transmit receive and the special functions are also included Channel frequency and programming information is also included INSTALLATION The Single Channel Transceivers are designed for mounting in a 19 inch rack An AC Line cord P N 927002 1 is supplied for connection to AC Power A 9 Pin connector mates with Positronic GMSMSCGOOOVL or equivalent and a 25 Pin Connector mates with Amphenol 17D B 25S or equivalent are provided for connection with external DC and 2 Wire or 4 Wire GOO ohm dedicated lines ohm N Type connector is provided for connection to an external antenna Refer to Section 2 for remote control setup details and section 3 5 for frequency selection and programming 1 Mount Transceiver in 19 inch rack with 4 screws 2 Install Microphone in Microphone PTT connector if required 3 Ensure that Transceiver POWER ON OFF switch is set to OFF 4 Install AC line cord in AC chassis connector on rear panel
23. VHF AM SINGLE CHANNEL TRANSCEIVER MODEL TiL 92 SC 8 33 TSC 41 00 4200 4300 25 WATT TRANSCEIVER P N 921018 1 TSC 4100 15 WATT TRANSCEIVER P N 921018 2 TSC 4200 7 WATT TRANSCEIVER P N 921018 3 TSC 4300 Installation and Operating Instructions Til Document No O2RE305 Rev N C November 2002 Technisonic Industries Limited 240 Traders Blvd Mississauga Ontario 142 1W7 Tel 905 890 2113 Fax 905 890 5338 web si www til ca WARNING Do not make physical contact with antenna when transmitter is on This unit can produce up to 30 watts of power depending on configuration when transmitting CAUTION This unit contains static sensitive devices VVear a grounded wrist strap and or conductive gloves when handling printed circuit boards CAUTION ANTENNA MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE TRANSCEIVER BEFORE TURNING POWER ON WARRANTY INFORMATION The rack mounted Single Channel Transceiver Model 92 SC series is under vvarranty for one year from date of purchase Failed units caused by defective parts or vvorkmanship should be returned to Technisonic Industries Limited 240 Traders Blvd Mississauga Ontario L4Z 1W7 Amherst NY Tel 905 890 2113 Tel 716 691 0669 Fax 905 890 5338 A Page PAGE DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED N C Original Release for TSC Nov 4100 4200 4300 units with 2002 8 33kHz spacing capability NOCORWN B b b b b b b b b b b b b gt gt
24. aragraph 2 2 1 Remove Replace Crystal Filter Board p n 923069 or Jumper Board p n 923074 REMOVAL 1 2 Remove dust cover of unit as described in Paragraph 2 2 1 Remove and retain the four screws securing the crystal filter board p n 923069 1 or jumper Board pin 923074 to the standoffs on the extemal frequency set module Pull the crystal filter board assembly straight up to avoid damaging the connector pins REPLACEMENT 1 2 Align the pins on the bottom of the crystal filter board vvith their sockets on the memory set board Push the crystal filter board straight dovvn untilit rests on the memory set board standoffs and secure with the four mounting screws Connect Module 1 co axial jumper leads to jumper J2 P3 on Rx Tx Module 1 if not already connected Either a crystal filter board 923074 or a jumper board p n 923074 must be installed and the A5A1 co axial jumper leads connected to J2 P3 on the RXTx Module 1 for the receiver to work NOTE Make certain that the memory set board module is programmed to the same operating frequency as the crystal filter board assembly If no crystal filter board assembly option is installed jumper board assembly P N 923074 1 must be installed 2 3 REMOTE OPERATION SETUP The Procedures listed belovv enable the user to custom configure the unit for external remote control hardvvare Refer to Table 2 1 for connector pin details on Remote C
25. ave to agree to the terms of the License Agreement by clicking OK Figure 2 1 3 The setup wizard may or may not ask to reboot the computer depending on which components your system required from the installation package If so let the computer restart and run setup again to complete the installation process No further reboots will be required 2 4 After setup finishes unpacking the software a dialog box will pop up with the option to continue by clicking on the Next gt button see Figure 2 1 4 exit the setup or at this time you may choose an alternate location for the installation If you have no objections to the default location just click on the Next button to continue the installation The TDP installation will ask what START menu Program Group you want the TDP software shortcut installed Click FINISH if the default Program Group name is adequate The Data Programming Software is now installed and ready to use with an 8 33 kHz AM series Transceiver 2 5 2 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Mobile transceivers Remove the bottom cover from the transceiver chassis and locate J4 on the Programmable Frequency Set Board Connect the 10 pin female block connector of the supplied Data Cable TiL Part No 013508 1 to J4 Plug the 9 pin female D connector end of the cable to an available Serial COM Port on your PC A 9 pin serial extension cable may be required if the transceiver is more than two feet avvay from the computer App
26. e XR GS oe SUE 3 3 2 Data Transfer 3 3 3 Help Menu 2 44 24 37 2er a Er Ar a Er URS ETE den EUR 3 3 4 Channdl Selection Za N Uu rare 3 4 Sample Upload and Download 3 5 RS 232 Serial Technical Data Page soo AWNA IS Be NN Jo Wr toto to to o RAWLS LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Title Page Setup Extraction Dialog llle 2 1 Welcome Dialog 52 299 a an t EE eee aS 2 1 License Agreement lll 2 2 Program Installation Dialog 2 2 Programming Connections for Mobile transceivers 2 6 Programming Connections for Base Station transceivers 2 7 Programming Connections for Rack Mount transceivers 2 7 File Menu Pull down s sre 3 2 Data Menu Pull down 3 3 Help Menu Pull down 3 4 Single Channel Selection ee 3 4 Six Channel Selection ioo der 22 NOR En QUA 3 5 Copyright and Trademark acknowledgment Microsoft Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows NT Windows 2000 and Intemet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation DPL is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc Adobe Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Acrobat Reader are registered trademark of Adobe Systems Inc 1 1
27. e conversion 2bkHz spacing only receiver s squelch knob set to the 12 o clock straight up position If the dual conversion receiver s squelch knob is set to the 12 o clock position signals with a level greater than O 5uV will open the squelch At most airports this will not be an adequate level of squelch Please be aware of this squelch knob adjustment variance when setting and or comparing squelch levels of dual conversion vs single conversion base stations An optional RF Crystal Filter vvhich provides higher receiver selectivity is available These filters can be ordered to provide either an additional 2OdB 4 dB loss sensitivity or 4OdB 7 dB loss of selectivity These filters can only be utilized in the 25 kHz spacing mode An RF Isolator which provides unidirectional coupling to the antenna in multiple transmitter configurations is now standard Refer to Table 1 1 for system configuration details TABLE 1 1 TSC 4100 4200 4300 CONFIGURATIONS Motherboard AC Power RF w 25 pin supply Amplifier connector module TSC 4300 8 33 923056 2 922079 1 Not P N 923051 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 2 3 1 2 4 required 1 TSC 4200 8 33 923056 2 922083 1 or Model PA P N 943180 TSC 4100 8 33 923056 2 922083 1 15 1 upon Model PA request 25 Transceiver Module The Single Channel Transceiver is based on Transceiver Model 90 6R 8 33 The transceiver module is a low power VHF AM transceiver which can transmit or receive on independent pre
28. e it as you will be required to locate it and RUN it Conveniently the file will fit on a regular IBM Formatted 31 2 1 44MB floppy disk for easy transport and distribution If you have the DCOM95 EXE update file on a floppy disk copy place it in a temporary location on your Hard disk RUN DCOM95 by locating and double clicking on it in Windows Explorer Any System files on your computer that are OLDER than the ones contained in the DCOM95 update will be replaced You will be asked to restart your computer Do so and when the computer has finished booting you will have an updated Operating System that will meet the requirements of the TDP software To install the TDP software locate the TDP9YO_Install exe file on the CD ROM using Windows Explorer VVhen you have located it double click it to start the setup process You will see the first Setup dialog Figure 2 1 1 Click on the Setup button to continue installation The Setup will unpack the necessary components After it completes you will see a Welcome dialog box Click Next to continue Before you can continue you will have to agree to the terms of the License Agreement by clicking OK Figure 2 1 3 The setup wizard may or may not ask to reboot the computer depending on which components your system required from the installation package If so let the computer restart and run setup again to complete the installation process No further reboots will be required After se
29. eases clockwise SW1 Selects either 2 Wire or 4 Wire operation SW2 Selects either Local or Land Line Current Loop Keying J1 Selects DC or Current Loop Keying operation J2 Selects either Land Line L L or Single Line S L and DC or Ground keying operation J3 Selects Tone and or DC Keying enable or disable J6 Selects between Internal or External Current loop keying CL ECL J7 Keying timer Enable Disable J4 Input Connector J5 Output Connector NOTE Bold Italics indicate Factory default configurations Figure 2 2 Line Interface Remote Control Board P N 923051 1 2 8 Control Configuration for Multi Tone Control Board Assembly 943180 Dx arz fed rr STANDARD KEYING PROTOCOL EIA KEYING TONE PROTOCOL TONE KEYING TECHNISDNIC IND LTD 250 WATLINE AVE MISSISSAUGA ONT L4Z 1 4 OFF ASSvs943180 sev MULTI TONE CONTROL BOARD KEYING TIMER DFF C L Z GND KEYING fx DENOTES FACTORY DEFAULT CONFIGURATION R6 Tx audio level adjustment 25 dBm Standard or EIA R24 Keying Tone Attenuator Keying tone protocol R26 1950 Hz tone level adjustrd nt Selects Tone and or Current Loop R41 2175 Hz tone level adjustment Ground Keying enable or disable R59 Rx Audio level adjustment J3 Selects Keying timer Enable Disable 70 dBm J4 Input Connector R64 Time out timer J5 Output Connector 90 sec defa
30. eration Local Mode To operate the transceiver in the receive mode proceed as follows 1 2 3 Ensure that the PRESS TO TALK switch on the microphone is NOT depressed and verify that the Tx ON amber LED is OFF Verify that the correct operating frequency is indicated on the front panel Refer to Section 4 for Channel Frequency selection Adjust the SQUELCH control to suit local reception conditions When the SQUELCH control is rotated in the counter clockwise direction the SQUELCH indicator green LED will switch to ON indicating that the squelch circuit is connecting the demodulated audio output to the VOLUME control Further adjustment of the SOUELCH control determines the squelch setting IMPORTANT NOTE The dual conversion receiver s squelch knob must be rotated significantly more clockwise 4 o clock position to obtain the same squelch setting 3uV as a single conversion receiver s squelch knob set to the 12 o clock straight up position If the dual conversion receiver s squelch knob is set to the 12 o clock position signals with a level greater than O 5uV will open the squelch At most airports this will not be an adequate level of squelch Recommended procedure The squelch taper on a dual conversion receiver looks as follows Squelch knob position Squelch setting 12 o clock 0 5uV 3 o clock 1 2uV 3 30 position 2 5uV 4 o clock 3uV Fully clockwise 9uV is recommended that the squelch be set t
31. ft to right on the connector TABLE 2 2 REMOTE CONTROL BOARD P N 923051 1 SETTINGS CONTROL FUNCTION Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 for DC Current Loop Keying Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 for x DC Keying or Ground Keying Note SW2 must be in position 2 if Pin 2 and Pin 3 are jumpered Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 for Ground Keying Land Line Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 4 for DC Keying Land Line Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 for Ground Keying Single Key Line Jumper Pin 3 and Pin 6 for DC Keying Single Key Line Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 5 for No Function Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 for DC or Ground Keying Jumper Pin 4 and Pin 5 for Tone Keying Note Both Options may be selected Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 for No Function Jumper Pin 5 and Pin 6 for No Function Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 to enable Timeout Timer Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 to disable Timeout Timer Jumper Pin 1 and Pin 2 to for Internal Current Loop Keying Jumper Pin 2 and Pin 3 to for External Current Loop Keying Position 1 Selects 2 Wire Operation Position 2 Selects 4 Wire Operation Position 1 Selects Normal Land Line Keying Position 2 Selects Local Single Line Keying Determines Keying Tone Frequency Sets Tx Audio IN Level Range 18 dBm to 10 dBm Sets Key Tone Level Range 40 dBm to O dBm Sets Rx Audio OUT Level Range 15 dBm to 10 dBm Sets Timeout Timer Range 30 to 300 Seconds Sets Receive Audio Output Balance 2 3 2 Two Wire Line Interface Board P N 943180 1
32. his Setup program Click Cancel to quit Setup and then close any programs you have running Click Next to continue with the Setup program WARNING This program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this program or any portion of it may result in severe civil and criminal penalties and will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible under law Figure 2 1 2 Welcome Dialog This is a standard Welcome dialog box To continue installation click on Next In any one of the dialog boxes program installation can be stopped at any time by clicking the Cancel button 2 1 Software License Agreement x a Please read the following License amp greement Press the PAGE DOWN key to see the rest of the agreement 90 6 v 1 01 Copyright 2001 Technisonic Industries Ltd Disclaimer of W arranty THIS SOFTWARE AND THE ACCOMPANYING FILES ARE DISTRIBUTED AS IS AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES 5 TO PERFORMANCE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ANY LIABILITY OF THE DISTRIBUTOR IS EXCLUDED 5 FAR AS LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE Do you accept all the terms of the preceding License Agreement If you choose No Setup will close To install 90 you must accept this agreement lt Back Yes No Figure 2 1 3 License Agreement In order to Install the TDP 90 Software onto your computer you must agree to the te
33. ing on which components your system required from the installation package If so let the computer restart and run setup again to complete the installation process No further reboots will be required After setup finishes unpacking the software a dialog box will pop up with the option to continue by clicking on the Next button see Figure 2 1 4 exit the setup or at this time you may choose an alternate location for the installation If you have no objections to the default location just click on the Next button to continue the installation The TDP installation will ask what START menu Program Group you want the TDP software shortcut installed Click FINISH if the default Program Group name is adequate The Data Programming Software is now installed and ready to use with an 8 33 kHz AM series Transceiver Windows NT 4 0 For a Windows NT 4 0 installation a minimum of Service Pack 4 must be installed If you do not have at least Service Pack 4 contact Microsoft for the most current Service Pack To install the TDP software locate the Install exe file on the CD ROM using Windows Explorer When you have located it double click it to start the setup process You will see the first Setup dialog Figure 2 1 1 Click on the Setup button to continue installation The Setup will unpack the necessary components After it completes you will see a Welcome dialog box Click Next to continue Before you can continue you will h
34. ing tips and answers to some Frequently Asked Questions About displays Technisonic company and contact information as well as the revision number of the TDP software in the Terminal window screen 3 3 4 Channel Selection 90 v1 02 1 Channel 118 000 Figure 3 3 4 1 Single channel 90 v1 02 Channels 118 000 W 128 000 W 138 000 W 127 235 N 136 990 N Figure 3 3 4 2 Six channels The x Channel s pull down tab allows you to select for single or six channel 8 33 kHz AM transceiver use The frequency editing window changes accordingly 3 5 3 4 SAMPLE UPLOAD AND DOWNLOAD 9 Connect the computer to the transceiver and apply power as described in section 2 2 Run the TDP 90 program on the computer Click on the Data pull down list and select the serial port to which the transceiver is connected Set the program for 1 or 6 channels as applicable Turn on power to the transceiver Click on the Up icon to retrieve the frequencies from the radio You will see activity in the Terminal vvindow as data is being transferred Edit the frequencies as desired Click on the Dn icon to copy the frequencies to the transceiver You will see activity in the Terminal vvindow as data is being transferred Click on the diskette icon to save the file 10 Click on the printer icon to print a hard copy of the frequencies 3 6 3 5 RS 232 S
35. int the channel list initiate communications with a connected TFM 90 and quit the TDP software 3 3 1 File Menu 90 71 02 Figure 3 3 1 File Menu Open will allow you to select and load and existing file that was previously saved on disk The yellow folder icon provides the same function in a single mouse click Save will allow you to save the current data into a file with a name of your choice The filename may be any length up to 64 characters The diskette icon provides the same function in a single mouse click Print will create a text file of the channel list as presented in the Frequency List window Once the Print function is invoked you will be prompted to enter the serial number of the currently connected transceiver The printout will append a header to the top of the page that includes the serial number of the transceiver as well as the time and date The printout can be filed as a record of the frequencies that are programmed into that particular transceiver The printer icon provides the same function in a single mouse click Exit will quit the TDP 90 program If you have not saved your data or if any changes were made to your data set since your last save the TDP will warn you of this and allow you to do so before quitting 3 3 2 Data Transfer Menu 90 v1 02 File Help a ESSE Upload Comi v Com2 Com3 Com4 Figure 3 3 2 Data Menu Download to Radio instructs the TDP 90 s
36. label on the side of the rack mount chassis should be consulted Crystal Filter Board Assembly P N 923069 1 Option 1 The Crystal Filter is a 25 KHz bandpass filter which provides additional selectivity during receive operation The filter provides 5 dB MAX attenuation of RF signals 7 5 KHz from the receive frequency and 20 cB MIIN attenuation of RF signals 50 0 KHz from the receive carrier frequency Loss in sensitivity is about 4 dB A higher 4OdB attenuation crystal filter can also be ordered Loss sensitivity is about 7 dB All crystal filters are cut to the required frequency and require 6 8 weeks lead time This item is interchangeable in the field Refer to Paragraph 2 2 5 for replacement instructions This item can only be utilized in the 25 kHz spacing mode An 8 33kHz bandpass filter is not available If no crystal filter option is ordered jumper board assembly P N 923074 1 is installed RF Isolator The FF Isolator is a broadband 118 MHz 138 MHz RF directional coupler The RF Isolator provides 20 dB of isolation between the antenna and RF Amplifier while providing O 7 dB insertion loss The RF isolator is located on the motherboard and is now provided in all 92 SC equipment MODES OF OPERATION Local Remote Operation NOTE Local operation is not disabled when operating in Remote mode and Remote operation is not disabled when operating in Local mode The two operating modes operate in parallel 1 3
37. lifier Module Power Supply Remote Control Board and Transceiver The Remote Control Boards RF Isolator and all intemal fuses are mounted on the Mother Board 1 2 1 2 5 1 2 6 1 2 7 1 3 1 3 1 Remote Control Boards 1 Line Interface Board P N 923051 1 Provides remote control transceiver operation on 2 wire or 4 vvire GOO ohm lines This board can be configured to key the transmitter using a 2175 Hz continuous tone see below plus minus DC Voltages ground keying and intemal or extemal DC 15 mA current loop keying Transmit and Receive audio is user selectable for two wires or four wires Crystals for tone frequencies other than 2175 Hz may be obtained by special order ie 2380 Hz 2 Line Interface Board P N 943180 1 Provides remote control transceiver operation on 2 wire dedicated 600 ohm lines utilizing the mult tone keying format found in the Land Mobile Industry A high level 2175 tone followed by a 1950 Hz guard tone and then a low level 2175 Hz continuous tone is utilized to key the transceiver The 943180 1 board can also be jumper strapped for standard aeronautical 2175 Hz continuous tone operation DC 15mA current loop and ground keying is also supported However this board does not support 4 wire operation NOTE P N 923051 1 is the default board supplied in all units The EIA multi tone board P N 943180 1 must be special ordered To determine which remote card your 92 SC has installed the Configuration
38. ll appear The current version number is shown in square brackets on the title bar The pull down menus and cons provide the set up and operating functions The Terminal window displays communication activity as it occurs The Channels pull down tab provides selection for single or six channel transceivers The number of channels in the Frequency editing window changes accordingly The frequency of each channel as displayed in the Frequency editing window can be changed by clicking on the desired channel window and entering the frequency 90 v1 02 File Data Help Terminal window 1 118 000 2 128 000 3 138 000 3 119 265 5 127 235 g 136 990 Figure 3 3 1 Main Graphical User Interface Note Use of a mouse is highly recommended It is possible however to use the TDP software without a mouse by using the Tab Shift Tab and cursor keys to navigate through the program interface You will note that all menu items and buttons have an underlined letter By pressing the Alt key and the underlined letter in the menu bar or button you can pull down that menu item eg Alt F would pull down the file menu You could then cursor down to the desired function or press the underlined letter for the corresponding function 3 1 3 3 PULL DOWN MENUS The TDP 90 program has several functions available through the use of pull down menus Through these menus you can invoke file functions pr
39. ly 13 8 VDC minimum 1 Amp to the mobile transceiver and turn the unit on POWER CABLE PROGRAMMING CABLE J4 PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY SET BOARD BOTIOM VIEW OF RADIO COVER REMOVED FIGURE 2 2 1 2 6 Base Station and Rack Mount Transceivers Remove the top cover from the transceiver and plug the female end of a 9 pin serial cable into the 9 pin D connector on the right side of the unit marked Serial port Connect the other end of the serial cable to an available Serial COM Port on your PC Plug the transceiver into 120VAC and turn the unit on SERIAL PORT BASE STATION Tw 15270 SERIAL CABLE FIGURE 2 2 2 MM SERIAL PORT al Oo 2 la 0 E RACKMOUNT TRANSCEIVER qj SERIAL CABLE FIGURE 2 2 3 2 7 3 1 3 2 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL This section contains instructions for proper operation of the TDP 90 software and explains the various elements of the Graphical User Interface GUI NOTE The following images are examples only and may not reflect your particular data settings or current TDP software version GETTING STARTED To start the TDP 90 in Windows simply click the Start menu Programs TiL Transceiver Data Programmer gt TDP 90 The program will start and the following Graphical User Interface GUI wi
40. nd other information which are the property of Technisonic Industries Ltd Except for rights expressly granted by contract to the Canadian Government or to the United States Government this document may not in whole or in part be duplicated or disclosed or used for manufacture of the part disclosed herein without the prior permission of Technisonic Industries Ltd TiL TDP 90 Data Programming Softvvare for 8 33 AM Series Transceivers Installation and Operating Instructions TiL Document No O1RE291 Rev n c August 2001 Industries Limited 2 Traders Blvd E Mississauga Ontario 42 1W7 Tel 905 890 2113 Fax 905 890 5338 www til ca TABLE OF CONTENTS Paragraph Title SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1 1 IAtrOdUCctON a ust Macte ts caca 1 2 Description x veux Bar mi uL amis uy rw ls rpg dq vs 1 3 Minimum System Requirements SECTION 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 Software Installation sess 2 121 Mindovvs 9b amp ta ato Siul 1 Ste etes 2 1 2 Windows 98 Windows 2000 2 123 Windows INT EQ 2 82 uexu en cem EAM BERE 2 2 Hardware Installation ces SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 Generals teo te toe ty A Role 3 2 Getting Started a sx ee et Being wee bel wat a 3 3 Pull Down Menus eb bee Aik ae eed 3 3 Tes EG mre cm Kern Beet SUS xvm u
41. o at least 2 5uV 3 30 knob position at busy airport locations If ACARS signals are present on adjacent or nearby channels the squelch level should be at least 3uV 4 o clock to prevent ACARS bleed through 3 6 4 The VOLUME control can then be adjusted in a clockwise direction to increase the audio level or in a counter clockwise direction to decrease the audio level vvhich can be heard on the internal loudspeaker NOTE When an external loudspeaker or headset is connected to the SPEAKER PHONE jack of the transceiver the internal loudspeaker is automatically disconnected The VOLUME control will now control the audio level applied to the external loudspeaker or headset as applicable 3 4 3 Switching OFF To switch off the transceiver 1 Set the POWER ON OFF on transceiver to switch to OFF 2 Verify that all indicator LED s on the front panel are OFF NOTE When the transceiver is switched OFF there is no current drain from external DC 3 4 4 EXTERNAL DC OPERATION 1 Set AC ON OFF switch to OFF 2 Refer to Table 2 3 for pin numbers and Figure 3 1 for pin locations to hook up external DC Power NOTE Ensure that the DC source voltage does not exceed 30 Vdc The 15 watt and 25 watt units can operate within the range 21 6 Vdc to 30 Vdc The 7 watt units can operate within the range of 11 5 Vdc to 15 0 Vdc 3 5 3 5 1 3 5 2 3 5 3 CHANNEL FREQUENCY SELECTION AND PROGRAMMING INTRODUCTION Transcei
42. ocate J4 on the Programmable Frequency Set Board 5 Connect the 10 pin female block connector of the supplied Data Cable TiL Part No 013508 1 to J4 Plug the 9 pin female D connector end of the cable to an available Serial COM Port on your PC A 9 pin serial extension cable may be required if the transceiver is more than a few feet away from the computer 3 8 3 5 4 FREQUENCY SELECTION Determine the specific frequency of each channel for the particular transceiver being vvorked on See Addendum A at the end of this document for use of the TDP 90 data programming software for this transceiver The transceiver is capable of 25 kHz spacing wide band and 8 33 kHz spacing narrow band channels The frequency entered will determine whether the channel will be wide or narrow mode based on the Combined 8 33 kHz 25 kHz ICAO Frequency Channel Pairing Plan For example if you program 118 000 into a memory the transceiver will operate on 118 000 MHz in wide band mode If you program 118 005 into a memory the transceiver will operate on 118 000 MHz in narrow band mode For the most part this will be transparent to the user since a frequency will be issued in the ICAO format and the radio will select wide or narrow mode Refer to the chart below TABLE GOMIBINED 8 33 25 kHz ICAO FREQUENCY CHANNEL PAIRING PLAN Frequency Entered MHz Actual Operating Frequency Channel Spacing kHz etc etc etc 3 9 3 5 6 3 5 5 PROGRAMMING C
43. oftware to transfer the frequency data in the list to the memory channels in the connected 8 33 kHz AM transceiver The Dn icon provides the same function in a single mouse click Upload from Radio instructs the TDP 90 program to wait for and read the channel data from the memory channels in the connected 8 33 kHz AM transceiver The Up icon provides the same function in a single mouse click Com 2 3 4 selects the COM RS 232 Serial COMmunications port on your computer to which the transceiver is connected On computers manufactured after 1990 1 is typically a 9 pin male D connector COM 2 may be either a 9 pin male or 25 pin male D connector COM 3and COM 4 are available in the TDP 90 software as a valid option although they typically exist only in a computer with a third party serial communications card installed The COM port setting is automatically saved The next time the TDP 90 software is executed the previously selected COM port will be used NOTE The TDP 90 software assumes you have an available and properly configured COM port and assumes that an 8 33 AM transceiver is connected 3 3 3 3 3 Help Menu 90 v1 02 File Data TDP 30 R Help Contents Terminalwindo About Figure 3 3 3 Help Menu TDP 90 6R Help Contents will start the Windows Help dialog for the TDP 9O software Here you will find hardware connection and operating information as well as troubleshoot
44. ontrol D Connector located at rear of Single Channel Transceiver Position Jumpers on Control board as indicated in Table 2 2 or Table 2 3 as required Refer to Figure 2 2 and Figure 2 3 for board locations Verify Remote Control operation in accordance with manufacturers instructions TWO WIRE SETUP In two wire operation a single balanced 600 ohm pair is provided for transmit and receive audio The transmitter can be keyed on the same pair or externally FOUR WIRE SETUP In four wire operation separate balanced GOO ohm pairs are provided for transmit and receive audio The transmitter can be keyed on the Tx audio pair or externally DC KEYING In DC keying a positive voltage between 10 Vdc and 48 Vdc or negative voltage between 10 Vdc and 48 Vdc will key the transmitter A DC voltage between 5 Vdc and 5 Vdc will not key the transmitter TONE KEYING In Tone keying a tone of 2175 Hz or 2380 Hz Optional can be used to key the transmitter Tone sensitivity is adjustable from 40 dBm to O dBm GROUND KEYING In Ground Keying the transmitter is keyed by shorting the control point landline or External Keying to chassis ground CURRENT LOOP KEYING In Current Loop keying an intemal or extemal current source 15 mA is used to key the transmitter EIA TONE KEYING The multti tone keying format is found in the Land Mobile Industry A high level 2175 Hz tone followed by a 1950 Hz guard tone then a low level 2175 Hz continuous
45. operating modes DESCRIPTION The three rack mounted transceiver configurations are based on the Model 90 6R 8 33 pre programmable transceiver configured for 7 Watt 15 Watt or 25 Watt operation All systems can be configured for 2 Wire and 4 Wire remote operation with a variety of remote keying methods with 923051 1 standard card Each configuration consists of a Power Supply Module Mother Board and a Remote Control Board The 15 Watt and 25 Watt configurations also consist of an RF Amplifier Module To improve the rejection of interfering signals dual conversion receiver technology has been incorporated on the Transmitter Receiver Module A1 board used in Technisonic VHF AM base stations The second IF is 455kHz using a ceramic filter which is immune to high energy ringing The dual conversion module also has a second local oscillator second mixer and ceramic filter The first local oscillator is the original VCO The dual conversion receiver board P N 003494 1 is utilized in all TBS and TSC series base stations with 8 33 spacing capability An option label on the chassis will indicate OPTION 8 33 if the dual conversion board with 8 33 kHz spacing capability is installed Please note that all transceivers capable of 8 33 and 25 kHz spacing will employ a dual conversion board The dual conversion receiver s squelch knob must be rotated significantly more clockwise 4 o clock position to obtain the same squelch setting 3uV as a singl
46. p cover of the transceiver module with the screws removed in step 3 of the REMOVAL instructions Replace top dust cover as described in paragraph 2 2 1 Remove Replace External Single Channel Memory Set Module A5A1 REMOVAL 1 Remove dust cover as described in paragraph 2 2 1 remove top cover of transceiver module 2 Disconnect the two crystal filter co axial cable leads for jumper J2 P3 on the RX Tx module A1 located in the transceiver module 3 Remove and retain four screws securing Memory Set Board Module A5A piggy back to the standoffs on the power supply cover See Figure 2 1 for location REPLACEMENT 1 Secure the Memory Set Module to the stand offs located on the power supply cover by the four screws Re connect coaxial leads for RF crystal filter Remove Replace Control Board REMOVAL 1 2 Remove dust cover as described in paragraph 2 2 1 CAUTION Care must be taken when removing or replacing Control Board to avoid damage to Motherboard Connector Pins Remove and retain four screws securing Control Board piggy back to the Mother Board standoffs Remove Control Board from Mother Board REPLACEMIENT 2 2 5 1 2 Align the two female connectors on the control board with the male connectors on the Mother Board using the four mounting holes and standoffs as a guide Secure control board to the Mother Board standoffs with four screvvs and washers Replace dust cover as described in p
47. rms of the license agreement and confirm so by clicking on OK in the License dialog box Choose Destination Location Setup will install TDP 90 in the following folder To install to this folder click Next To install to a different folder click Browse and select another folder You can choose not to install 90 by clicking Cancel to exit Setup Destination Folder C Technisonic Industries TDP 90 Browse Cancel Figure 2 1 4 Program Installation Dialog 2 2 2 1 1 Windows 95 If your computer does not have Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 0 or any other Microsoft application no later than mid 1998 installed then it is possible that certain essential system files are outdated If these system files are outdated your system will not meet the minimum requirements for installing and operating a large variety of nevv software including the TDP software If your computer DOES meet the minimum requirements you may proceed to step 3 To update Windows 95 you will need to install an update available on Microsofts vvebsite called DCOM95 dcom95 exe To download 5 just enter this current as of the release date of this manual Internet URL for the file in your location bar in your Internet Browser http download microsoft com msdownload dcom 95 x86 en dcom95 exe Your Browser will invoke a SAVE AS dialog box for you to save the file Keep track of where you plac
48. rocedures are intended specifically for Local Operation Ensure that the microphone connector is connected to the MIC PTT connector of the transceiver Set the SOUELCH control in the fully counter clockwise CCW position Set the VOLUME control in the 12 o clock centre position Set the POWER ON OFF switch to ON Verify that the FUSE BLOWN red LED is OFF Verify that the POWER ON green LED is ON Proceed to operate in the transmit mode paragraph 3 4 1 or operate in the receive mode paragraph 3 4 2 as required Transmitter Operation Local Mode To operate the transceiver in the transmit mode proceed as follows 1 2 3 4 5 6 Set RF POWER switch if applicable to desired operating level Hold the microphone in one hand with the upper edge of the microphone as close as possible to the upper lip NOTE This technique activates the noise cancelling feature of the microphone The microphone is most effective when sound is 1 inch 12 7 mm or more away from the microphone Press and hold the PRESS TO TALK switch of the microphone during transmission Ensure that the Tx ON amber LED is ON Speak slowly and distinctly into the microphone using specified operating procedures during transmission When message is ended release the PRESS TO TALK switch of the microphone 3 4 2 7 8 The transceiver is now operating in the receive mode Verify that the Tx ON amber LED is OFF Receiver Op
49. tup finishes unpacking the software a dialog box will pop up with the option to continue by clicking on the Next button see Figure 2 1 4 exit the setup or at this time you may choose an alternate location for the installation If you have no objections to the default location just click on the Next button to continue the installation The TDP installation will ask what START menu Program Group you want the TDP software shortcut installed Click FINISH if the default Program Group name is adequate The Data Programming Software is now installed and ready to use with an 8 3 kHz AM series Transceiver 2 3 2 1 2 Windows 98 Windows 2000 Windows 98 comes pre installed with Internet Explorer 5 0 embedded into the operating system As a result the operating system as a whole meets the requirements for the installation and operation of the TDP software To install the TDP software locate the TDP9O Install exe file on the CD ROM using Windows Explorer When you have located it double click it to start the setup process You will see the first Setup dialog Figure 2 1 1 Click on the Setup button to continue installation The Setup will unpack the necessary components After it completes you will see a Welcome dialog box Click Next to continue Before you can continue you will have to agree to the terms of the License Agreement by clicking OK Figure 2 1 3 The setup wizard may or may not ask to reboot the computer depend
50. ult NOTE Bold Italics indicate Factory default configurations Figure 2 3 Line Interface Remote Control Board P N 943180 1 2 9 2 4 2 4 1 2 4 2 2 5 2 6 2 7 OPTIONAL LOUDSPEAKER HEADPHONE INSTALLATION Provision is made for connection of an extemal loudspeaker or headphone to the SPEAKER PHONE jack of the transceiver as shown in Figure 3 1 External Loudspeaker When an extemal loudspeaker is to be installed an 8 ohm nominal impedance loudspeaker should be used The loudspeaker cable should be terminated by a 1 4 in 3 pole telephone plug male with the loudspeaker connected betvveen tip and sleeve ground Insert the extemal loudspeaker connector into the SPEAKER PHONE jack located on the front panel of the transceiver VVhen the external loudspeaker is connected to the transceiver SPEAKER PHONE jack the internal loudspeaker is automatically disconnected Headset Headset impedance should be 150 to 600 ohms The headset cable must terminate in a 1 4 in 3 pole telephone plug rale to mate vvith the SPEAKER PHONE jack located on the front panel of the transceiver The intemal loudspeaker is autormatically disconnected Connect the headset as indicated below for receiver audio with or vvithout transmit audio 1 HEADSET WITHOUT TRANSMIT AUDIO When receiver audio only without transmit audio is required the headset should be connected between the tip and sleeve ground of the telephone plug 2 HEADSET WI
51. ver Model 90 6R 8 33 Part Number 861605 2 Option 8 33 as shipped from the factory is preprogrammed with test frequencies Before programming any other frequencies perform an operational check on Channel 1 as outlined in paragraph 2 6 If there is any operational deficiency or equipment malfunction the transceiver is to be retumed to the manufacturer Technisonic Industries Limited under vvarranty Before installation it is necessary to pre program the desired operating frequency for transmit and receive to be used at the particular airport FREQUENCY RANGE The transceiver may be programmed for up to six frequencies over the frequency range 117 9750MHz to 138 000MHz with 8 33kHz or 25kHz channel spacing PREPARATION A personal computer is required to program frequencies into the transceiver channel memories Refer to document 01RE291 Section 3 Addendum A for detailed instructions on TDP 90 software installation and operation A programming cable TiL Part No 013508 1 must be temporarily connected from header jack J4 inside the radio to the computer serial port To gain access to J4 perform the following 1 Place the transceiver on a bench with the top cover of the transceiver located on the bench and the bottom cover exposed 2 Remove and retain twelve Philips Pan Hd Screws 4 40 X 1 4in Ig and No 4 Lockvvashers securing the bottom cover to the main chassis of the transceiver 3 Remove and retain the bottom cover 4 L

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