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Paragon-III (700MHz) Data Base Station (With Amplifier Technologies 70W PA) User Manual Version 1.00a Preliminary – For Internal Use Only The entire contents of this manual are copyright 2005 by DATARADIO Inc. Copyright DATARADIO Inc. April 2005 Part no.: 120 20191-100a 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................1 1.1 INTENDED AUDIENCE ........................................................................................................................................1 1.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION.....................................................................................................................................1 1.2.1 Features ...................................................................................................................................................2 1.2.2 Configuration...........................................................................................................................................2 1.3 FACTORY TECHNICAL SUPPORT ........................................................................................................................3 1.4 PRODUCT WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................................4 1.5 REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................................................................................................4 1.5.1 Factory Repair.........................................................................................................................................4 1.6 PACKAGING .......................................................................................................................................................4 2. INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................5 2.1 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................................5 2.2 LOCATION .........................................................................................................................................................5 2.3 FRONT VIEW .....................................................................................................................................................5 REAR VIEWS ..............................................................................................................................................................7 2.5 ELECTRICAL ......................................................................................................................................................8 2.5.1 Paragon-III Assembly Power ..................................................................................................................8 2.6 POWER AMPLIFIER ............................................................................................................................................9 2.7 ANTENNA ........................................................................................................................................................10 2.7.1 Overview................................................................................................................................................10 2.7.2 Cabling and Connection ........................................................................................................................10 2.8 COMPLETING THE PHYSICAL INSTALLATION....................................................................................................10 2.9 CHECKING OUT NORMAL OPERATION .............................................................................................................10 3. OPERATING DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................11 3.1 RADIO ASSEMBLY ...........................................................................................................................................11 Diversity SDR Rx module ...................................................................................................................................11 3.1.2 5W Transmitter module .........................................................................................................................12 3.1.3 70W Power Amplifier ............................................................................................................................12 3.1.4 BSC module ...........................................................................................................................................13 3.1.5 Speaker panel ........................................................................................................................................13 3.1.6 Power Supply Modules ..........................................................................................................................14 3.1.7 Radio Backplane Assembly....................................................................................................................16 3.2 ONLINE & OFFLINE DIAGNOSTICS...................................................................................................................16 4. OPERATION & CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................................17 4.1 BROWSER-BASED SETUP AND STATUS ............................................................................................................17 4.2 DEFAULT IP SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................................17 4.2.1 Ethernet Interface 1 (DATA)..................................................................................................................17 4.2.2 Ethernet Interface 2 (SETUP)................................................................................................................17 4.2.3 RF Interface...........................................................................................................................................17 4.3 IP NETWORK SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................................18 4.3.1 IP Network Settings (with Host) ............................................................................................................18 4.3.2 IP Network Settings (with Router) .........................................................................................................18 4.4 LAN SETUP.....................................................................................................................................................19 4.5 LOGIN SCREEN ................................................................................................................................................19 4.5.1 Initial Installation Login........................................................................................................................19 4.6 SECURITY SETUP .............................................................................................................................................20 4.7 INTERFACE ......................................................................................................................................................20 4.7.1 Apply Parameters & Save Parameters Buttons Behavior .....................................................................21 4.7.2 Unit Status .............................................................................................................................................22 120 40515-100a ii HiPR900 User Manual 5. TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND TESTING .....................................................................................................26 5.1 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ....................................................................................................................................26 5.2 RECOMMENDED CHECKS .................................................................................................................................26 5.3 ADDITIONAL TEST DETAILS .............................................................................................................................30 5.3.1 RF Data Link Test..................................................................................................................................30 5.4 WINDOWS/UNIX TOOLS ..................................................................................................................................31 5.4.1 Network Connectivity.............................................................................................................................31 5.4.2 Configuration Information ....................................................................................................................31 5.4.3 Statistics Information.............................................................................................................................32 6. RADIO PROGRAMMING AND ADJUSTMENTS .....................................................................................33 6.1 T881-10 RADIO TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING ..............................................................................................33 6.1.1 Recommended Items ..............................................................................................................................33 6.1.2 T881-10 Module Programming .............................................................................................................33 6.1.3 Channel Selection via DIP Switches......................................................................................................35 6.2 TRANSMITTER RADIO TUNING ........................................................................................................................36 6.2.1 Test Equipment ......................................................................................................................................36 6.2.2 Transmitter Module (T881-10-02200)...................................................................................................36 7. SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................................................39 FIGURE 1 - TYPICAL RACK-MOUNT MULTI-MODULES "RADIO ASSEMBLY" ....................................................................5 FIGURE 2 – AMPLIFIER TECHNOLOGIES INC 70W POWER AMPLIFIER ............................................................................6 FIGURE 3 - INDICATORS AND POWER ADJUSTMENT CONTROL .......................................................................................6 FIGURE 4 – POWER AMPLIFIER’S DC POWER AND RF CONNECTORS .............................................................................6 FIGURE 5 - PARAGON-III REAR VIEW .............................................................................................................................7 FIGURE 6 - BACKPLANE .................................................................................................................................................7 FIGURE 7 - MAXI-FUSE ..................................................................................................................................................9 FIGURE 8 - RECEIVER MODULE.....................................................................................................................................11 FIGURE 9 – 5W EXCITER MODULE ...............................................................................................................................12 FIGURE 10 - BSC MODULE ...........................................................................................................................................13 FIGURE 11 - SPEAKER MODULE ....................................................................................................................................13 FIGURE 12 - T-809 POWER SUPPLY MODULE...............................................................................................................14 FIGURE 13 - T809 REAR PANEL....................................................................................................................................15 FIGURE 14 - RADIO BACKPLANE ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................16 FIGURE 15 - IP NETWORK SETTINGS IN ROUTER MODE (WITH HOST)..........................................................................18 FIGURE 16 - IP NETWORK SETTINGS IN ROUTER MODE (WITH ROUTER) .....................................................................18 FIGURE 17 - ENTER NETWORK PASSWORD SCREEN – ETH1 DATA PORT SHOWN ........................................................19 FIGURE 18 - WEB USER INTERFACE (PRELIMINARY – HIPR-900 MODEL SHOWN) .......................................................20 FIGURE 19 - PARAMETER COMMAND BUTTONS BEHAVIOR ..........................................................................................21 FIGURE 20 - STATION RESET CONFIRMATION ..............................................................................................................21 FIGURE 21 - EXCITER SYSTEM INFOMATION SAMPLE...................................................................................................34 FIGURE 22 - EXCITER CHANNEL INFORMATION SAMPLE ..............................................................................................34 FIGURE 23 - BACKPLANE DIP SWITCHES EXAMPLE - CHANNEL 1 SELECTED................................................................35 FIGURE 24 - T881-0200 TRANSMITTER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATION .......................................................................38 TABLE 1 - ON-AIR DATA SPEEDS AND MODULATION TYPES ............................................................................................2 TABLE 2 - 70W POWER AMPLIFIER INDICATORS ..........................................................................................................12 TABLE 3 - UNIT STATUS ...............................................................................................................................................22 TABLE 4 - SETUP (GENERAL) .......................................................................................................................................22 TABLE 5 - BASIC IP CONFIGURATION ..........................................................................................................................22 TABLE 6 - RF SETUP ....................................................................................................................................................22 TABLE 7 - TERMINAL SERVER CONFIGURATION...........................................................................................................22 TABLE 8 - ADVANCED IP CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................................................23 120 40515-100a iii HiPR900 User Manual TABLE 9 - RF NETWORK SETUP ...................................................................................................................................23 TABLE 10 - BROADCAST / MULTICAST .........................................................................................................................23 TABLE 11 - IP OPTIMIZATION & TUNING .....................................................................................................................24 TABLE 12 - SIMPLE NETWORK TIME PROTOCOL ..........................................................................................................24 TABLE 13 - SECURITY ..................................................................................................................................................24 TABLE 14 - NETWORK ..................................................................................................................................................24 TABLE 15 - PACKET STATISTICS...................................................................................................................................25 TABLE 16 - RF TEST ....................................................................................................................................................25 TABLE 17 - FTP TRANSFER..........................................................................................................................................25 TABLE 18 - RSSI TABLE ..............................................................................................................................................25 TABLE 19 - MANUALS & SUPPORT...............................................................................................................................25 TABLE 20 - CHECKLIST A (AFTER INSTALLATION) ......................................................................................................27 TABLE 21 - CHECKLIST B (GENERAL)..........................................................................................................................28 120 40515-100a iv HiPR900 User Manual WHAT'S NEW History Version 1.00a: April 2005 – Preliminary, - With optional Amplifier Technologies 70W PA Version 0.02: October 2004 – issue 0.02, preliminary. - With optional Aethercomm 50W PA as Annex A. Version 0.01: April 2004 –first issue, preliminary 120 40515-100a HiPR900 User Manual About Dataradio Dataradio is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced wireless data products and systems for mission critical applications. Our products are found at the heart of mobile data and SCADA networks around the world. With over 20 years dedicated to data technology and innovation, Dataradio is the premier source for wireless data solutions. Our products include mobile data products, telemetry devices, integrated wireless modems for fixed point-to-point and point to multi-point applications, and OEMs. Our product line is one of the broadest in the industry covering the most often-used frequency bands. www.dataradio.com Dataradio provides product brochures, case studies software downloads and product information on our website. Every effort is taken to provide accurate, timely product information in this user manual. Product updates may result in differences between the information provided herein and the product shipped. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. DATARADIO is a registered trademark, Gemini-G3, Paragon, Paragon PD, Paragon-III and PARALLEL DECODE are trademarks of Dataradio Inc 120 40515-100a vi HiPR900 User Manual Definitions Access Point Communication hub for users to connect to a wired LAN. APs are important for providing heightened wireless security. AES Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) - uses 128-bit encryption to secure data. Airlink Physical radio frequency connections used for communications between units. ARP Address Resolution Protocol – Maps Internet address to physical address. Asynchronous Information that can be sent at random times, and not synchronized to a clock. Transmission characters begin with a “start” bit and end with a “stop” bit. AVL Automatic Vehicle Location. Optional feature that involves using GPS (Global Positioning System) signals from the mobile unit by the Host PC. Backbone The part of a network that connects most of the systems and networks together, and handles the most data. Bandwidth The transmission capacity of a given device or network. Browser An application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web. BSC Base Station Controller - An async controller-modem designed for the radio base station in mobile systems. A component of Paragon-III™. CDip Windows based "Commands & Data over IP" radio-modem Software. This software allows basic tests, unit configuration, and troubleshooting. COM Port RS-232 serial communications ports of the Paragon-III wireless radiomodem. Default Gateway A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol - A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by "leasing" an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses. DNS Domain Name Server - translates the domain name into an IP address. Domain A specific name for a network of computers. Dynamic IP Addr A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server. E-DBA Dataradio’s Enhanced Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation airlink protocol. Ethernet IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. Firewall A set of related programs located at a network gateway server that protects the resources of a network from users from other networks. Firmware The programming code that runs a networking device. Fragmentation Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet. FTP File Transfer Protocol - A protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network. 120 40515-100a vii HiPR900 User Manual Gateway A device that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. Gemini-G3 High specs dual DSP mobile radiomodem with Dataradio Parallel Decode™ technology HDX Half Duplex. Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, using separate Tx and Rx frequencies, but only one direction at a time. HTTP HyperText Transport Protocol - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. IPCONFIG A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. MAC Media Access Control - The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device. NAT Network Address Translation - NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area network to a different IP address for the Internet. Network A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users. Network speed This is the bit rate on the RF link between units. Node A network junction or connection point, typically a computer or work station. OIP Optimized IP – Compresses TCP and UDP headers, and filters unnecessary acknowledgments. This makes the most use of the available bandwidth. OTA Over-The-Air - Standard for the transmission and reception of application-related information in a wireless communications system Paragon-III IP-based data radio base station used in mobile networks and designed specifically to fit the needs of vehicular applications. Runs up to 128 kb/s Parallel Decode Technology featuring dual receivers for added data decode sensitivity in multipath and fading environments. Ping Packet INternet Groper - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. PLC Programmable Logic Controller. An user-provided intelligent device that can make decisions, gather and report information, and control other devices. Router A networking device that connects multiple networks together. RS-232 Industry–standard interface for data transfer. Static IP Address A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network. Static Routing Forwarding data in a network via a fixed path. Subnet Mask An address code that determines the size of the network. Switch A data switch that connects computing devices to host computers, allowing a large number of devices to share a limited number of ports. Sync Data transmitted on a wireless network that keeps the network synchronized. TCP Transmission Control Protocol - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol - A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network. Telnet A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs. 120 40515-100a viii HiPR900 User Manual TFTP Topology Transparent UDP Upgrade URL VIS VPN WINIPCFG WLAN 120 40515-100a Trivial File Transfer Protocol - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password capability. The physical layout of a network. A transparent unit transmits all data without regard to special characters, etc. User Datagram Protocol - A network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data that is sent. To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Universal Resource Locator - The address of a file located on the Internet. Vehicular Information Solutions. Dataradio’s name for a series of products specially designed for mobile data. Virtual Private Network - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet. A Windows 98 and Me utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. Wireless Local Area Network - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly. ix HiPR900 User Manual 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW This document provides information required for the setting up, operation, testing and trouble-shooting of the Dataradio® Paragon-III™ radio-modem base station. 1.1 Intended Audience This document is intended for engineering, installation, and maintenance personnel. 1.2 General Description The Paragon-III product is a factory-integrated industrial-grade IP-based data radio base station used in mobile networks and is designed specifically to fit the needs of vehicular applications. The 700MHz version features diversity Software Defined Radio (SDR) receivers for added data decode sensitivity in multi-path and fading environments. When used with Dataradio’s state-of-the-art Gemini-G3 mobile IP data solution, the system delivers unequaled high-speed data performance and unmatched effective throughput. All Paragon-III models are supplied in a rackmount configuration that includes: • A Paragon-III full-duplex radio-modem assembly that includes a Next generation high-speed Dataradio third generation “Base Station Controller” module (BSC) fitted in the radio chassis assembly. • A 70W power amplifier (model SRA7070B) manufactured by Amplifier Technologies Inc. supplied in a stand-alone rackmount configuration. It is DC-powered by the Paragon-III. • Duplexer and backup power units are custom furnished items. • Wire line modem(s) are optional items. • Laptop PC and its application software are user-supplied items. 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 1.2.1 Features • Parallel Decode (PD) technology featuring a diversity SDR receiver module for added decode sensitivity in multi-path and fading environments. • Fully IP based product line, using an optimized IP layer that reduces IP overhead for the RF link • Sophisticated dual DSP-based modem design provides added system performance, fewer retries and more effective throughput. • 700MHz / 50kHz channels for the Public Safety band of operation: 766-773 MHz TX (under FCC part 90) and 762-764 MHz TX (under FCC part 27) • Full duplex operation in the 700MHz frequency band • Base Station with 70W RF Power Amplifier (user adjustable from 35W) • On-air data speeds and modulation types supported: Table 1 - On-air data speeds and modulation types Modulation type Channel spacing – 50kHz SRC4FSK 64 kb/s SRC8FSK 96 kb/s SRC16FSK 128 kb/s • Uses the Next generation high-efficiency Dataradio Enhanced-DBA over-the-air protocol • Over-the-air compatible with Gemini-G3 mobile products • Out-of-band signaling enables transmission of GPS reports with no effect on system performance. • Flash programmable firmwares, including over-the-air programming capability • Paragon-III units are factory-configured based on each customer’s network system requirements 1.2.2 Configuration Paragon-III units are factory-configured to default settings. Configuration changes or upgrades are webbased. 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 1.3 Factory Technical Support The Technical Support departments of DATARADIO provide customer assistance on technical problems and serve as an interface with factory repair facilities. They can be reached in the following ways: For Canada and International customers: DATARADIO Inc. 5500 Royalmount Ave, suite 200 Town of Mount Royal Quebec, Canada H4P 1H7 Technical support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time phone: fax: +1 514 737-0020 +1 514 737-7883 Email address: support@dataradio.com or For U.S. customers: DATARADIO Corp. 6160 Peachtree Dunwoody RD., suite C-200 Atlanta, Georgia 30328 Technical support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time phone: fax: 1 770 392-0002 1 770 392-9199 Email address: drctech@dataradio.com 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 1.4 Product Warranty Warranty information may be obtained by contacting your sales representative. 1.5 Replacement Parts This product is usually not field-serviceable, except by the replacement of individual radio modules. Specialized equipment and training is required to repair logic, modem boards, and radio modules. Contact Technical Support for service information before returning equipment. A Technical Support representative may suggest a solution eliminating the need to return equipment. 1.5.1 Factory Repair When returning equipment for repair, you must request an RMA (Returned Material Authorization) number. The Tech Support representative will ask you several questions to clearly identify the problem. Please give the representative the name of a contact person, who is familiar with the problem, should a question arise during servicing of the unit. Customers are responsible for shipping charges for returned units. Units in warranty will be repaired free of charge unless there is evidence of abuse or damage beyond the terms of the warranty. Units out of warranty will be subject to service charges. Information about these charges is available from Technical Support. 1.6 Packaging Each Paragon-III – 700MHz product normally leaves the factory packaged as follows: • A Dataradio base station “Radio-modem assembly” • A rackmount 70W power amplifier assembly • One standard seven-foot 120VAC power cord • DC power harness to connect the radio assembly to the power amplifier rackmount assembly. Frequently, Paragon-III product components are field-assembled prior to customer delivery. The cabinetry may then be supplied in one of several custom rack-mount configurations that may also include fan, backhaul modems, duplexer/filters/combiners, and ancillary equipment. If damage has occurred to the equipment during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately. 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 2. Installation 2.1 Overview The cabinet and rack-mount housing the Paragon-III’s radio-modem and Power Amplifier is generally installed in a sheltered facility. Occasionally located adjacent to the nerve center of the user’s network, it is often located near tower sites or at remote locations where it operates unattended. Furnishings needed include power, cabling, and installation of antenna, landline or microwave modem, and host PC or portable computer. Details of these are outside the scope of this manual. This manual covers the radio-modem assembly and the power amplifier. 2.2 Location Be sure to place the Paragon-III in such a way that: • The LEDs can be seen (as an aid in troubleshooting) • Access to the antenna connector and to the back connectors is possible without removing the unit • Sufficient air may flow around the unit to provide adequate cooling. 2.3 Front View Model using Amplifier Technologies Inc power amplifier. Figure 1 - Typical rack-mount multi-modules "Radio Assembly" ® Air Flow ® ® ® BSC Diversity SDR Rx ® ® Exciter PWR Speaker Panel On RX RCVR GATE LEVEL Carrier Power Supply SPEAKER SELECT SWITCH RX1 RX2 OFF LOCK PWR 1 2 ® Power Supply TX STATUS Volume ETH 1 Supply Line Sensitivity Microphone COM 1 ETH 2 Norm -Mon COM 2 programming port USB COM 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual Figure 2 – Amplifier Technologies Inc 70W Power Amplifier Figure 3 - Indicators and Power Adjustment Control DC Power RF Input RF Input DC Power RF Output RF Output Figure 4 – Power Amplifier’s DC Power and RF Connectors 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 2.4 Rear Views Figure 5 - Paragon-III rear view 10-amp fuse Paragon III (minus Power Amp) 2 x 15-amp fuses in parallel for Power Amp alone. Always replace as a pair Power Supply connection to Power Amplifier Figure 6 - Backplane 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 2.5 Electrical Standard 120 VAC electrical power is required. It should be capable of providing at least 10A to power Paragon-III (<6A) and ancillary equipment. 2.5.1 Paragon-III Assembly Power Two distinct power configurations (rear views) are shown in the preceding pages. They are: • Paragon-III Base Station Standard Assembly. This configuration is described in paragraph 2.5.1.1 below. • Paragon-III Base Station Assy. with 3rd party DC supply. This configuration illustrates typical wiring variation required when using both a third-party power supply and an optional DC-powered BSC setup. Refer to Dataradio System Engineering for further details. 2.5.1.1 Standard Power Supply Configuration The Radio assembly unit receives 13.8 VDC power inputs from two “T809 ” power supply modules powered at 120 VAC. Normally used at room ambient temperatures, it can operate within its specifications over a range of –10 to +60 °C. Note: Internal over-temperature protection shuts down the main transformer above 105 degrees Celsius. Both power supply modules are internally connected to ground via their individual, rear-connected, seven-foot standard 120 VAC power cords. The Radio Assembly chassis requires a secure ground connection. A threaded grounding binding post fitted with a knurled binding-nut is provided on the chassis next to DC input 2. • For the Radio Assembly chassis, install the grounding lead’s lug over the binding post and firmly hand-tighten the binding-nut. • If a –DC rail (0V) is installed as part of the system, the grounding leads may alternatively be fitted to the rail terminal. Caution: Improper grounding between power supply case and rack frame may result in harmful voltage potentials and/or miscellaneous power supply switching noise problems in both receivers and transmitter. 2.5.1.1.1 DC Power Supply Connection & Torque Settings Warning: Securing the DC Power Supply cable into the DC connector to provide a good electrical connection is essential. Over time, the wires tend to compress in the DC connector resulting in an increasingly poorer connection. Consequently, as high current is drawn, the connector heats up increasing the resistance thereby causing still more heat until the connector eventually burns up. Although screws securing DC cables to the Power Supply terminals are tightened to the torque settings given below prior to new system delivery, they must be re-tightened as part of the commissioning process and re-tightening is also part of the regular maintenance schedule. Prior to replacing a Power Supply module into an existing system, inspect the cable and re-terminate the DC wires if the strands have previously been twisted together or show any sign of damage. Cut the wire at the end of the insulation and then strip approximately .43 inch (11mm) of insulation off the cable. DO NOT TWIST THE WIRE STRANDS. Insert the DC cable into the screw terminal and tighten the screw to secure the cable as per the torque settings given below. 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual Torque Settings: The manufacturer recommends torque setting all power supply terminal screws to a minimum of: • 1.5 Nm (or 13.28 In/lb or to 1.107 ft/lb) Note: Dataradio uses a Sturtuvan Richmond 29-pieces adjustable torque screwdriver model CAL36/4K. After tightening, pull on the cable to check the cable is secured tightly into the screw terminal. 2.5.1.1.2 Power Indications Both red-colored translucent power switches located on the front of the power supply modules illuminate when AC power is available. Toggle both to ON to distribute power to the Radio Assembly and to the Power Amplifier. The LED immediately below the switches light green indicating normal DC power operation. 2.5.1.2 Backplane Fuses Blade fuses (Maxi-Fuse) are used on the Radio assembly backplane (see Figure 7): Dimensions – Inch (mm) Fuse Type Maxi-Fuse 1.15 (29.21) 1.35 (34.29) .35 (8.89) Fuse # F1 F2 F3 Values 10A 15A* 15A* * Always replace the two 15A fuses as a pair. Figure 7 - Maxi-Fuse 2.6 Power Amplifier Although the T809-10 is a high efficiency switched mode power supply, a considerable amount of heat is generated during normal operation. While in use, ensure that an adequate flow of cooling air is able to circulate around the power supply, and that the air intake vents on the rear and sides of the unit are not inadvertently covered. Caution: Do not operate this unit in a completely enclosed cabinet. Refer to Figure 4 on page 6 for the location of DC power and RF in and out connectors. Connect the T881 Tx module output to the power amplifier’s input using the Dataradio (p/n 727 03468-001) RG223 provided cable. For the power amplifier output, Dataradio recommends a 50-ohm, low-loss, double-shielded grade RF cable such as RG214 or 1/4" Heliax. Power adjustments can be made using the front panel trim potentiometer. Dataradio does not recommend setting an output lower than 35 watts. 120 20191-100a Paragon-III User Manual 2.7 Antenna 2.7.1 Overview Paragon-III commonly uses three antennas (one transmit and two receive) unless a duplexer is used with one of the receive antennas; then only two antennas would be needed. They should be mounted according to any guidelines supplied with the antennas. For antennas placement and spacing, consult System Engineering. 2.7.2 Cabling and Connection 1- Route good quality 50-ohm double-shielded coaxial cable(s) (e.g. RG-214 or Heliax) from the selected antenna position(s) to the Paragon-III Radio assembly. 2- Terminate the RX-1 (top) and RX-2 (bottom) cable-ends at the SDR module rear position with Ntype connectors. 3- Similarly, terminate the TX cable-end at the Power Amp’s module rear position with an N-type connector. Caution: When terminating RF cables use brand-name crimping tools (such as AMP, Jensen, Crimp-Master, etc…) of the correct size for the cable and type of connector used. Common pliers are NOT acceptable. 2.8 Completing the physical Installation. Paragon-III products are factory-configured to user’s requirements and are shipped ready to run. After new installations: • Re-check that all connections are secure on the radio-modem assemblies (antennas, PC, power cords etc.) • Check that fuses are inserted. • Turn power supplies ON. You are now ready to check for normal operation (as per paragraph 2.9) and to run the Dataradio CDip program for testing or trouble-shooting. Any change(s) to the settings must be done via files saved on diskette and loaded into the unit using the CDip program. 2.9 Checking out Normal Operation 1234- Check that power is applied. Check Radio assembly lights for proper operation as per section 3.1.1 Check for proper operation of the BSCs LEDs. Using the CDip program and an in-line wattmeter, check forward & reverse power to confirm main antenna installation 5- Using CDip, check the RF Data Link with a mobile that can be heard (as per section 5.3.1) If user application and mobiles are available, test the installation by going through a normal sequence of transmitting and receiving messages. 120 20191-100a 10 Paragon-III User Manual 3. Operating Description 3.1 Radio Assembly The Radio assembly component of each Paragon product is made up of high performance synthesized radio base station designed for single operation. The Radio Assembly’s modules are commonly installed in a standard, 19-inch wide rack frame. The complement of modules is: • • • • • • 1 x SDR module 1 x 5W Transmitter 1 x BSC (controller-modem) 1 x Speaker panel 2 x Power Supplies 1 x 70-Watt Power Amplifier rackmount assembly 3.1.1 Diversity SDR Rx module The Diversity SDR Rx module front panel controls and indicators are: LOCK LED Green normal operation Amber bootloader program running Red malfunction / reset Green PLL locked Red Green PLL not locked PWR ® PWR LED Diversity SDR Rx RF carrier signal on audio channel 1 is above manually adjusted mute threshold LOCK 1 LED Off Green 2 LED Off RF carrier signal on audio channel 1 is below manually adjusted mute threshold RF carrier signal on audio channel 2 is above manually adjusted mute threshold RF carrier signal on audio channel 2 is below manually adjusted mute threshold LOCK PWR RCVR GATE LEVEL VOLUME • RCVR GATE LEVEL - Mute threshold adjustment. • 1 / 2 Switch – Manual selection of Channel 1 or 2 audio. • Monitor Volume – Audio level adjustment. Always set volume knob to minimum when not in use. NORM - MON COM • • NORM-MON Switch – Manual selection between audio unmuted (continuous monitor) or when audio is above the manually adjusted mute threshold. COM – For factory use. RCVR GATE LEVEL 1–2 Switch Monitor Volume NORM-MON Switch COM Figure 8 - Receiver module 120 20191-100a 11 Paragon-III User Manual 3.1.2 5W Transmitter module ® The Exciter’s front panel controls and indicators are: Carrier Switch - momentarily keys the transmitter ON while pressed (used for test purposes only). • On LED - is lit when transmitting • Line Sensitivity – not used. • Supply LED - is lit when DC power is applied. Fast Flashes when linked with PGM800Win. Slow Flashes indicates VCO (synthesizer) out of lock. Unequal Flashes indicates internal communication error. • Carrier Switch Exciter • On Car rier Line Sensitivity Supply Microphone Microphone Socket – not used. On LED Supply LED Line Sensitivity Microphone Socket Figure 9 – 5W Exciter module 3.1.3 70W Power Amplifier The power amplifier is maintenance free, only LED indications and a front panel adjustment are provided for the user. Refer to Figure 3 on page 6 above, for the locations of the indicators and the power adjustment. Table 2 - 70W Power Amplifier indicators 120 20191-100a LED Function DC / ON RF / ON OVER / TEMP Lights green when power is applied Lights yellow when input RF power is applied Lights red when temperature-based shutdown is triggered 12 Paragon-III User Manual 3.1.4 BSC module PWR LED RX LED Green Normal operation Amber Step 2 in uMon boot-up – lights for <1 sec. Red Step 1 in uMon boot-up – lights for <1 sec. Green Flashes for each data packets received Red Green Amber TX LED Red Off Green STATUS Amber ® The BSC's front panel connectors and indicators are: BSC Discard RX packet (factory-use) PWR Flashes for each data packets transmitted Flashes for each data packets transmitted (check for lost Host connection) Continuoulsy ON for TXON test (max. 20 secs.) Flashes ON for CWID key-up event Check if in “AirLink down mode” Flashes each time PF1 or PF2 is pressed Flashes each second PF1 is kept pressed Toggles “AirLink down mode” after 4 seconds • 2x DE-9 RS-232 ports for setup and user data • 1X rocker switch ( positions PF 1 and 2) to select various test modes • 2x Ethernet ports – for setup and user data • 2x Ethernet LEDs (status & activity) • USB port – reserved. RX TX STATUS ETH 1 COM 1 ETH 2 COM 2 USB Figure 10 - BSC module 3.1.5 Speaker panel The speaker panel is fitted with a four-Ω speaker. All series of radio assemblies share the same front panel fitted with an RJ11 connector. This connector is used to allow programming the radio transmitter module (only) from the front of the unit via a programming lead. This feature is exclusive to the Series II and Paragon III modules. If the speaker panel needs to be removed, a mirror programming port connector is provided on the backplane. ® Speaker Panel SPEAKER SELECT SWITCH RX1 RX2 OFF programming port Figure 11 - Speaker module 120 20191-100a 13 Paragon-III User Manual 3.1.6 Power Supply Modules Two switched mode pulse width modulated T-809 power supply modules are used but not connected in parallel. ® Power Supply Both power supply units have ON-OFF control and remote sensing via a rear mounted DE-9 connector, and an output voltage adjust potentiometer (13.5 to 18 VDC). Their circuit protection features are: • Inrush current limiting • Over-current (short-circuit) - 37 to 48A constant current limiting - Reset = auto recovery • Over-voltage - 18 to 21 VDC = shutdown - Reset = Power OFF and ON • Over-temperature - shutdown of output voltage - auto recovery with temperature reduction - temperature sensed on transistors and diodes Front Panel Indications Power Switch ON LED Illuminates when the unit is connected to AC power and voltage is available - Lights bright green when voltage output is normal - Lights faint green when module has entered overcurrent mode - Green LED is OFF, but power switch is ON indicates module has shut down due to over-temperature or overvoltage conditions. Power On Figure 12 - T-809 Power Supply Module 120 20191-100a 14 Paragon-III User Manual 3.1.6.1 Power Supply Rear Connections The rear panel connections are: • • • AUXILIARY INPUTS Auxiliary Inputs – The DE-9 connector on the T809-10 rear panel provides access to the remote control and remote sense functions of the power supply. Output Voltage Adjust – The output voltage of the power supply can be increased (up to 18V approximately) to compensate for the voltage drop lost along the cable. Access the trim-pot through a small hole on the rear panel. To adjust the output voltage use a trimmer tool with a Phillips head or 3mm blade (do not use a standard flat blade screwdriver to make the adjustment): • To increase the output voltage, turn the trimpot clockwise. • To decrease the output voltage, turn the trimpot counterclockwise. If the output voltage is increased on a power supply operating at, or close to, full load, the power supply loading must be reduced accordingly or the module may overheat and shut down. Feedthrough Terminal Block – The DC Output Terminal block on the rear of the T809-10 is a Phoenix Contact HDFKV 10. This is a screw-type terminal connector that uses a cage mechanism to clamp the conductor(s). See section 2.5.1.1.1 for recommended torque settings. OUTPUT 13.8 VDC 30A MAX Output voltage adjust Feedthrough terminal block 13.8 VDC output Negative (-) Positive (+) Protective bonding terminal 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz Live Earth Neutral Figure 13 - T809 Rear panel • Protective Bonding Terminal – The Radio Assembly requires a secure ground connection. See section 2.5.1.1 for connection details. • 120 VAC Connector – Use the supplied 10A-rated IEC type power cord. 120 20191-100a 15 Paragon-III User Manual 3.1.7 Radio Backplane Assembly System 13.8 VDC Maxi-Fuse 10A 2 Maxi-Fuses 15A DE-9 for Remote control or remote sense functions F1 F2 F3 Pin 1 RJ-45 connector Used for programming Power Amplifier 13.8 VDC Figure 14 - Radio Backplane Assembly 3.2 Online & Offline Diagnostics Paragon-III units continually monitor and report on their environmental and operating conditions. Each transmission carries online diagnostic information which can be monitored remotely or even sent to a designated host for logging and later analysis. Transmission of online diagnostics may be enabled or disabled at any station or stations without affecting their ability to communicate with other stations Additional information, statistics, and offline test facilities are available via the browser. RF paths can be monitored and checked from either end of a link, without travelling to the other station. 120 20191-100a 16 Paragon-III User Manual 4. Operation & Configuration 4.1 Browser-Based Setup and Status A built-in web server makes configuration and status monitoring possible from any browser-equipped computer, both locally or remotely. Status, configuration, and online help are available without requiring special client software. Setup is password-protected to avoid tampering or unauthorized changes. Both the configuration parameters and operating firmware can be updated remotely, even over the RF network itself, using the standard FTP protocol. 4.2 • Default IP Settings Paragon-III radio modem supports the Router (IP Forwarding) mode 4.2.1 Ethernet Interface 1 (DATA) • MAC: 00:0A:99:XX:YY:ZZ • IP ADDR: 192.168.202.1 • NETMASKS: 255.255.255.0 • Default Gateway: 0.0.0.0 • DHCP Server Disabled • RIPv2 Disabled 4.2.2 Ethernet Interface 2 (SETUP) • MAC: 00:0A:99:XX:YY:ZZ + 1 • IP ADDR: 192.168.203.1 • NETMASKS: 255.255.255.0 • DHCP Server Disabled • NAT Disabled 4.2.3 RF Interface • MAC: 00:XX:YY:ZZ • IP ADDR: 10.XX:YY:ZZ • NETMASK: 255.0.0.0 • Compression Enabled • Encryption Disabled 120 20191-100a 17 Paragon-III User Manual 4.3 IP Network Settings 4.3.1 IP Network Settings (with Host) Referring to Figure 15 below, set the Paragon-III base station. Set the “Data” port Eth1 IP addresses (for “Setup” port set Eth2) and IP netmask of both Base and Mobile(s). Keep the RF IP setting as is, providing customer is not using the 10.0.0.0 IP network. Add routes in the Host (route add…) In the illustration, Host and PC are part of different IP subnet. Paragon-III Base Mobile DHCP Server DATA: Eth1 IP: 192.168.202.1 MASK: 255.255.255.0 RF IP: 10.0.0.1 MASK: 255.0.0.0 RF IP: 10.0.0.2 MASK: 255.0.0.0 Eth1 IP: 192.168.201.1 MASK: 255.255.255.0 SETUP: Eth2 IP: 192.168.203.1 MASK: 255.255.255.0 RF Network Host PC DHCP Client IP: 192.168.202.2 MASK: 255.255.255.0 route add 192.168.201.0 mask 255. 255. 255.0 192.168.202.1 route add 10.0.0.0 mask 255.0.0.0 192.168.202.1 Figure 15 - IP Network Settings in Router Mode (with Host) 4.3.2 IP Network Settings (with Router) Referring to Figure 19 below, set the Paragon-III base station. Set the “Data” port Eth1 IP addresses (for “Setup” port set Eth2) and IP netmask of both Base and Mobile(s). Mobile DHCP Server NAT Paragon-III Base DATA: Eth1 IP: 192.168.202.1 MASK: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.202.2 SETUP: Eth1 IP: 192.168.203.1 MASK: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.202.2 RF IP: 10.0.0.1 MASK: 255.0.0.0 RF IP: 10.0.0.2 MASK: 255.0.0.0 Eth1 IP: 192.168.201.1 MASK: 255.255.255.0 RF Network Router IP: 192.168.202.2 MASK: 255.255.255.0 route add 10.0.0.0 mask 255.0.0.0 192.168.202.1 Host PC DHCP Client Figure 16 - IP Network Settings in Router Mode (with Router) 120 20191-100a 18 Paragon-III User Manual Keep the RF IP setting as is, providing customer is not using the 10.0.0.0 IP network. Enable RIPv2 on Base station In the illustration, Host and PC are part of different IP subnet. 4.4 LAN Setup On a PC running MS-Windows with an existing LAN connection, connect either to the ETH1 (Data) or to ETH2 (Setup) RJ-45 input of the Paragon-III. Click Start Î Settings Î Control Panel Î Network and Dial-up Connection Click on the relevant Local Area Connection On the Local Area Connection Status screen, click Properties On the Local Area Connection Properties screen, scroll the List Box until “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” is highlighted, click Properties 5. On the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen, follow either method below: A) Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” B) Select “Use the following IP address” Î Enter 192.168.202.2 (if ETH2 enter 192.168.203.2) in the IP address field Î 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet mask ÎLeave the Default gateway blank. 6. Click the OK button Note: On computers running Windows 9X, reboot to complete the connection process. 1. 2. 3. 4. 4.5 Login Screen On the Address line of the Internet browser of your choice, type the factory-default IP addresses given to all Paragon-III radiomodem units: 192.168.20x.1 (where x is 2 for the ETH1 Data port and 3 for the ETH2 Setup port). Press Enter. The Enter Network Password screen opens. 192.168.202.1 Figure 17 - Enter Network Password screen – ETH1 Data port shown 4.5.1 Initial Installation Login For an initial installation, enter a User Name 1 to 15 characters and a Password 8 to 15 characters. Do not place a check mark in the “Save this password in your password list” box. Click OK to access the Web Interface (Figure 18). Dataradio recommends to immediately change the Paragon-III unit’s IP address as well as set your own login password as part of the initial configuration (See 4.7.2.2 and 4.7.2.10). For subsequent access to the Paragon-III unit, use the User Name and Password you configured. Note: The User Name entry is currently not an access-limiting factor. It only serves to identify the person gaining access. User Name may be required by future versions. 120 20191-100a 19 Paragon-III User Manual 4.6 Security Setup 1. Navigate the web interface to the “Security” menu. • Set User ID (optional in a basic setup) • Set Password (optional in a basic setup) • At Encryption, click the Enabled button • Enter Encryption Key 2. Click Apply Parameters 3. Click Save Parameters 4.7 Interface The Paragon-III user interface (Figure 18) provides easy access to the various menus used to configure and view your network settings. The Navigation Area lists seven top-level menus, four of which expand to offer submenu. The tables starting at section 4.7.2 below list action of each function. Figure 18 - Web User Interface (Preliminary – HiPR-900 model shown) 120 20191-100a 20 Paragon-III User Manual 4.7.1 Apply Parameters & Save Parameters Buttons Behavior Submenus which have Dialog boxes also have Command Buttons to Apply, Reset, and Save Parameters in addition to Station Reset. Referring to the example in Figure 19 below, make entries into the Dialog boxes. When satisfied, click on Apply Parameters to temporarily make the parameters active. If not satisfied, click on Reset values button to restore to the values present before changes were made. Notes: Reset values commands affect all Dialog boxes or radio buttons only in the opened window. If needed, go to other Submenu(s) and make more entries. Click Apply Parameters before leaving each window. When finished, click a Save Parameters button in any of the Submenus to make changed entries permanent (along with any other entries made in other submenus). The Station Reset command button only appears when a parameter requires a Station Reset, otherwise it is unavailable. Use the Save Parameters command button before Station Reset otherwise temporarily entered parameters are lost. Pressing the Station Reset button opens the Confirm Station Reset (Figure 20) as a reminder to first save. Apply Parameters Figure 19 - Parameter Command Buttons behavior Figure 20 - Station Reset Confirmation 120 20191-100a 21 Paragon-III User Manual 4.7.2 Unit Status Table 3 - Unit Status Item Displays Paragon-III information retrieved from the connected unit. Have this information handy if contacting Dataradio support. Banner Displays name of connected unit. Station Name Configured under Setup Basic Î General Î StationID Displays local time zone. Time Zone Configured under Setup Advanced Î SNTPÎ TimeZone Local Time Displays local time computed using UTC time and Time Zone Displays UTC time. Zulu Time 4.7.2.1 Description Configured under Setup Advanced Î SNTPÎ SNTP UTC Time Setup (General) Table 4 - Setup (General) Item Description Station Name Station name identifier – Enter string up to forty characters in length Connection mode Mobile/Base IP Forwarding mode Router mode – 4.7.2.2 Basic IP Configuration Table 5 - Basic IP Configuration Item Description IP Address Set to valid unique IP address for each individual unit Network Mask Set to valid IP netmask for each individual unit (may be same or different depending on customer’s IP network topology). IP Default Gateway 4.7.2.3 Set to valid Default Gateway. May change for different groups or locations RF Setup Table 6 - RF Setup Item Description Power Level Sets power level between 0.1 and 1.0 watt (Default 1.0) Airlink speed 256000, 512000 (Default) - Sets the maximum speed the HiPR900 will use for data packet transmissions. Slower speed preferred for longer range. SubBand Mask Indicates which channels are to be used in the shared band. 4.7.2.4 Terminal Server Configuration Table 7 - Terminal Server Configuration Item Baud Rate Connection Mode Local IP Address 120 20191-100a Description Port 1 - 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 Port 2 - 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 Port 1 - Inactive, TCP Passive, TCP Active, UDP Port 2 - Inactive, TCP Passive, TCP Active, UDP Valid unicast or multicast IP address, including the local Loopback interface address. Default local IP address is set to 0.0.0.0 and can be changed dynamically without a unit reset. 22 Paragon-III User Manual Local Port For TCP active and UDP socket connections, set to any values between 1 and 65536. For TCP passive socket connections, set to any value between 1 and 65536 but must not be set to one of the following values or fall within the following ranges of values: 20, 21, 23, 123, 520, 5002, 6254 to 6299, 7000 to 7100. Otherwise, the parameter configuration will be accepted, but no socket connection will be established to accept connection from remote endpoints. Default local port value is set to 1024 and can be changed dynamically without a unit reset. Remote IP Address Default remote IP address is the Loopback interface address, 127.0.0.1 and can be changed dynamically without a unit reset For all socket connection modes (TCP passive, TCP active, UDP), set to any value between 1 and 65536. Remote Port Default local port value is 23 and can be changed dynamically. 4.7.2.5 Advanced IP Configuration Table 8 - Advanced IP Configuration Item Description MTU Ethernet Interface 1 IP MTU - Default 1500. Range 576 to 1500 bytes Factory MAC address Ethernet Interface 1 factory (Dataradio) MAC address in HEX format DHCP Server Disabled, Enabled (Default). Ethernet Interface 2 DHCP Client Disabled(Default), Enabled. Ethernet Interface 1 NAT Disabled(Default), Enabled. Ethernet Interface 2 RIPV2 Disabled(Default), Enabled, 4.7.2.6 RF Network Setup Table 9 - RF Network Setup Item RF MAC Description Unit’s RF MAC address Displays factory-assigned address: nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn “Factory” Entering 0.0.0.0 sets the RF IP Address to the factory default and highlights the “Factory” name (active address) RF IP Address Entering nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn (RF IP Address of your choice) overrides the factory default and highlights the “Override” name (active address) RF Net Mask Set to valid common IP netmask for all units within a HiPR network RF MTU Default 1500. Range 576 to 1500 bytes 4.7.2.7 Broadcast / Multicast Table 10 - Broadcast / Multicast Item Description Broadcast Outbound mobile address Broadcast Directed Enable Disabled, Enabled Broadcast Limited Enable Disabled, Enabled Multicast Addresses Multicast Add / Delete Address Add, Delete and Relevant address Multicast Enable Disabled, Enabled 120 20191-100a 23 Paragon-III User Manual 4.7.2.8 IP Optimization & Tuning Table 11 - IP Optimization & Tuning Item Description Optimization Data Compression Disabled, Enabled (Default). Applies data compression over the IP payload OIP RF ACK enable Disabled (Default), Enabled. OIP Retries Enter number of retries. Default is 3, range 0-255 4.7.2.9 Simple Network Time Protocol Table 12 - Simple Network Time Protocol Item Description SNTP – Server addr SNTP – Enable Disabled, Enabled SNTP – Period SNTP – UTC Time SNTP – TimeZone SNTP – Daylight Savings Off, On Time Control – Time Sources AirLink, SNTP Time Control Refresh Period Time Control Refresh TimeOut 4.7.2.10 Security Table 13 - Security Item Description User ID Enter a string of any letters or numbers of at least 1 and not exceeding 15 characters Old Password For initial installation, enter a string of any letters or numbers of at least 8 and not exceeding 15 characters. For subsequent access, enter the old password. New Password Enter a string of any letters or numbers of at least 8 and not exceeding 15 characters New Password Re-enter the new password string Encryption Disabled, Enabled Encryption Key All units in a network must have the same key. Enter a string of 32 (16bytes = 128 bits) hexadecimal characters (0 to F). Displayed in pairs separated with spaces 4.7.2.11 Network Statistics Table 14 - Network Item Description Data bytes presented Control Acks Rx’d Data packets sent Data bytes delivered Control Nacks Rx’d Data packets Rx’d 120 20191-100a 24 Paragon-III User Manual 4.7.2.12 Packet Statistics Table 15 - Packet Statistics Item Description Total RX packets IP Stats Total TX packets Total Packets Forwarded UDP Stats Total RX packets Eth 1 Stats Total RX packets ICMP Stats Total RX packets TCP Stats Total RX packets Eth 1 ARP Stats Total RX packets Total TX packets Total TX packets Total TX packets Total TX packets Total TX packets 4.7.2.13 RF Test Table 16 - RF Test Item Description Ping Test Tones 4.7.2.14 FTP Transfer Table 17 - FTP Transfer Item Description Server Address User Name Password File Name Operation Send (Put), Receive (Get) Mode ASCII, Binary Request Transfer Reset values Status 4.7.2.15 RSSI Table Table 18 - RSSI Table Item RSSI Table 4.7.2.16 Description RSSI Table illustration, see figure nn Support Table 19 - Manuals & Support Item Support 120 20191-100a Description Show link(s) 25 Paragon-III User Manual 5. Trouble-Shooting and Testing The checks described below should be done at time of installation, annual intervals, or whenever deterioration in performance is noted. 5.1 • • • • Equipment Required In-line watt meter (10 W range) for the 5W transmitter module and for reflected power and (100W range) for the power amplifier. Radio service monitor (IFR-120B with option 03: 30KHz IF filter or equivalent). RG-214 or RG-223 cable with N-Type male connector to connect Paragon-III to the service monitor. CDip 1.0 or later1 Important note: Before proceeding make sure that the service monitor has been calibrated recently and has warmed up for at least the time specified by its manufacturer. Some reported frequency and deviation problems have actually been erroneous indications from service monitors that have not adequately warmed up. This is particularly likely when field service is done during winter months. 5.2 Recommended Checks A) After an installation 1. LED Indications 2. Using CDip, Save “unit config” to a file 3. Transmitter Output Power 4. Transmitter Reflected Power 5. RF Link test between Paragon-III and mobile unit(s) B) For annual maintenance & trouble-shooting Same checks as A) plus: 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Carrier Frequency Error TX Deviation 12 dB SINAD Receiver distortion RSSI check Verify power supply connections & terminals torque settings (see paragraph 2.5.1.1.1) 1 To learn how to launch the Windows-based software alignment and system-testing tool CDip, please refer to the readme.txt file on the application’s installation diskette. For functional details of the numerous buttons and menu-selectable items available, please refer to the program’s context sensitive help. It is also possible to access the help information via the F1 key. 120 20191-100a 26 Paragon-III User Manual Table 20 - Checklist A (After installation) CHECKLIST A (Paragon-III) Recommended Check out after Installation Step ACTION Normal Power-up Sequence EXPECTED RESULTS at 25°C MEASURE WITH IF NOT? PWR LED lights red for one second, turns amber for one second, and stays green thereafter. TX LED flashes green once about eight seconds after power-up then keeps flashing in-tune to the cycle marker RX and STATUS LEDs remain OFF Connect and save unit config as per CDip Help content Press CDip Get button Power Amplifier Output Power Service monitor set to read power or 100W in-line wattmeter installed as close as possible to the unit antenna connector. Check for bad connections, damaged coax cable, etc. < 5% of forward power or as specified by System Engineering. 10W in-line wattmeter Check for bad connections, damaged coax cable, etc. Look for “Delivery confirmed” on the Status bar Refer to 5.3.1 and to CDip Help content. 70 watts ±10% Press TXON (Unmod) Transmitter Reflected Power Press TXON (Unmod) RF Link test Use the mobile address function and “Send” button to dynamically test the link 120 20191-100a 27 Mobile is out of range Refer to factory technical support. Paragon-III User Manual Table 21 - Checklist B (General) CHECKLIST B (Paragon-III) General Check out (part1 of 2) Paragon-III units are set and characterized at the factory to optimize performances. It is not recommended to try readjusting units unless it is really required. Misadjusting a unit may result in significant performance losses. The proposed adjustments in the "IF NOT?" column below, should be tried ONLY if system data performance degradation is noticed combined with out-of-tolerance items. Step ACTION Normal Power-up Sequence Expected Results at 25°C MEASURE WITH IF NOT? PWR LED lights red for one second, turns amber for one second, and stays green thereafter. TX LED flashes green once about eight seconds after power-up then keeps flashing intune to the cycle marker RX and STATUS LEDs remain OFF Connect and save unit config as per CDip Help content Press CDip Get button Transmitter Output Power ±10% Service monitor set to read power or 100W in-line wattmeter installed as close as possible to the unit antenna connector. < 5% of forward power or as specified by System Engineering. 10 W in-line wattmeter Check for bad connections, damaged coax cable, etc. Service monitor set to read frequency error Adjust TCXO (IC700) (see inside Exciter module at, Figure 24 70 watts Press TX ON (Unmod) Transmitter Power Reflected Press TXON (Unmod) Carrier Frequency Error Press TX (Unmod) TX Deviation (KHz) < ±300 Hz Press ±8.0 kHz TX (modulated) Tolerance is +5%, -10% Service monitor set to read deviation. Carrier will be modulated with a 1 kHz tone. 120 20191-100a Adjust “Power” on the front panel of the “Power Amp” 28 (IF filter set to Mid or 30 kHz position) Refer to tech support Paragon-III User Manual CHECKLIST B (Paragon-III) General Check out (part2 of 2) Paragon-III units are set and characterized at the factory to optimize performances. It is not recommended to try readjusting units unless it is really required. Misadjusting unit may result in significant performance losses. The proposed adjustments in the "IF NOT?" column below, should be tried ONLY if system data performance degradation is noticed combined with out of tolerance items. Step ACTION EXPECTED RESULTS at 25°C MEASURE WITH IF NOT? Set the service monitor to generate on the selected receive frequency. Verify alternately for both receivers. The carrier should be modulated with a 1.0 kHz tone at deviation level specified below: 12 dB SINAD (Dataradio wide band measurement method: no audio filtering) Set deviation to ±8 kHz. - Backplane corresponding to the receiver being verified: J1 (RX1) or J5 (RX2), Better than -108 dBm Pin 6 Service monitor including cable loss (IFR) set to SINAD (Typically -109 to -110 dBm) - IFR IF filter set to MID position or 300 kHz wide filter. Receiver distortion (Dataradio wide band measurement method: no audio filtering) - Set service monitor RF Gen output to –70 dBm - Deviation level as per SINAD above. 10 RSSI Apply to each receiver input the following RF level of -110dBm ≤ 5.5 % (Typically < 3.5 %) - Backplane corresponding to the receiver being verified: J1 (RX1) or J5 (RX2), Pin 6 Service monitor (IFR) set to DISTORTION. Refer to section Error! Reference source not found. - IFR IF filter set to MID position or 300 kHz wide filter. 2.0 VDC (+/- 0.3VDC) - Backplane corresponding to the receiver being verified: J1 (RX1) or J5 (RX2), Pin 5 - DC Voltmeter measurement 120 20191-100a Refer to section Error! Reference source not found. 29 Refer to section x for all models. Refer to factory technical support only if RX data performance degradation is noticed combined with out of tolerance RSSI readings. Paragon-III User Manual 5.3 Additional test details 5.3.1 RF Data Link Test A link test between a mobile and a known base station can be done using the CDip "Address" and "Send" functions. The “Address” and “Device” fields, the “Send” button and the “Chat” message screen are used to send messages to specific mobile or base or to carry out RF test. Start by entering the address of the mobile (or base station) you wish to send a test message to or test: 1- Specify the address: Addresses may be entered by typing directly in the “Address” field in two ways: - Numerically, the valid address range is 1-126. - As an “Alpha-Mapped-Nibble” (AMN) address, consisting of upper case letters in the range AP. The valid address range is A to GN. - The base address is usually: 1. - The program may display one of the following messages on the status bar: - For Paragon-III products: “address is not in AMN or number format” - For mobile products: “address is not in the range A – GN” In either case, check that the address entered is within the acceptable range, is of a valid format and correctly typed. 2- Enter the Device number for mobile (or base station). 3- Press the Send button. The Chat window reports “Sent to xx mobile” (where xx is mobile name). If test is successful: Status line reports “Delivery confirmed. If test unsuccessful: Chat window reports “Waiting”, Then the Status line reports “Delivery Failed”. 120 20191-100a 30 Paragon-III User Manual 5.4 Windows/Unix Tools 5.4.1 Network Connectivity • PING The ping command determines whether a specific IP address is accessible. It works by sending a packet to the specified address and waiting for a reply. It is useful for troubleshooting “end-to-end” reachability, network connectivity, and network latency. Available for MS-Windows 9x, ME, NT, 2000, and XP as well as Unix & Free BSD. EXAMPLE: ping 192.168.204.1 displays the response with turn around time in milliseconds. • TRACERT (WINDOWS) The tracert command is used to visually see a network packet being sent and received and the amount of hops required for that packet to get to its destination. Available for MS-DOS 6.2, MS-Windows 9x, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. Note: Users with MS-Windows 2000 or XP who need additional information on network latency and network loss may also use the pathping command. EXAMPLE tracert www.yahoo.com at the command prompt displays the intermediate routers between local host to the ww.yahoo.com site. 5.4.2 Configuration Information • WINIPCFG (WIN95/98), IPCONFIG (WIN2K) or IFCONFIG (UNIX) Ipconfig is a DOS utility which can be used from MS-DOS or a MS-DOS shell to display the network settings currently assigned and given by a network. This command can be utilized to verify a network connection as well as to verify network settings. Available for MS-DOS, MS-Windows 9x, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. EXAMPLE ipconfig/all at the command prompt displays the Ethernet MAC address, IP address, IP netmask, default IP gateway, DNS server… information. • ARP View and update the system ARP table The Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) is used with the IP protocol for mapping a 32-bit Internet Protocol address to a MAC address that is recognized in the local network specified in RFC 826. Once recognized the server or networking device returns a response containing the required address. Available for MS-Windows 9x, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. EXAMPLE arp-a displays all entries in the ARP cache. Useful in manipulating ARP caches. • ROUTE View and update the system routing table 120 20191-100a 31 Paragon-III User Manual The function and syntax of the Windows ROUTE command is similar to the UNIX or Linux route command. Use the command to manually configure the routes in the routing table. Available for MS-Windows 9x, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. EXAMPLE route ? displays help route print displays the routing table 5.4.3 Statistics Information • NETSTAT (WINS & UNIX) The netstat command symbolically displays the contents of various network-related data structures, i.e. IP, TCP UDP … Available for MS-Windows 9x, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. EXAMPLE netstat ? displays help netstat-a display TCP and UDP connections and listening ports information For further information on TCP/IP troubleshooting, please visit: http://www.windowsitlibrary.com/Content/466/14/1.html 120 20191-100a 32 Paragon-III User Manual 6. Radio Programming and Adjustments 6.1 T881-10 Radio Transmitter Programming This procedure describes the steps needed to program the Paragon-III radio transmitter module. 6.1.1 Recommended Items 486 PC or better, MS-Windows 98 © or later T800win programming kit for Series II: PGM800Win programming software user's manual PGM800Win Windows based programming software version 3.0 or later T800-01-0002 programming cable (DB-25 to RJ-45 cable) Standard 25-pin parallel cable (terminated Male/Female) 6.1.2 T881-10 Module Programming Before starting programming, have a PC running MS-Windows © and the Tait PGM800Win software for Series II Base station. This program supports the use of a mouse but may be used without one if required. Keyboard access follows the conventional MS-Windows © method as briefly described below: - Press and hold the “Alt” key while pressing at the same time the relevant hotkey as indicated by an underlined letter on the menu command. - On a drop-down menu, press only the hotkey without pressing the “Alt” key. - Use the “Tab” key to cycle available fields and the “Enter” key to validate entries. E.g. Pressing “Alt”+F opens the File drop-down menu and pressing “A” opens the Save As directory service box. The transmitter VCO alignment will be required when new transmitter frequency is programmed outside the radio tuning range: ± 4.0 MHz from previous center frequency. The legal frequency ranges for this transmitter are: 762-764 MHz and 767-773 MHz. The retuning of the VCO will normally only be required when passing from one range to the other. 1. Connect the PC, via the supplied programming lead, to the speaker panel’s front-mounted RJ11 connector. 2. Run Tait PGM800Win program and follow instructions found in the T800 Programming Software User’s Manual to select the proper module to be programmed. 3. Program required channel's frequencies. – Do not program any CTCSS tones on channels. – Do not change any other parameters. – Refer to Figure 21 and Figure 22 for screen program examples. 4. Save the base station programming info to a file for further reference. 120 20191-100a 33 Paragon-III User Manual Figure 21 - Exciter System Infomation Sample Figure 22 - Exciter Channel Information Sample 120 20191-100a 34 Paragon-III User Manual 6.1.3 Channel Selection via DIP Switches The backplane-mounted DIP switch settings override the default channel programmed by PGM800Win. To set a default channel via the software, all DIP switches must be set to “OFF” (i.e. 00000000). When a switch is “Off”, its binary count is active; when a switch is “ON” its binary count is inactive. The various DIP switch combinations of ON or OFF make up a binary total, which identifies the channel number. To select a channel, set the appropriate DIP switch or switches to “OFF” to make the binary count total the channel number you want. Set all other switches to “ON”. Example: To select channel 1, set the DIP switches as shown below: CHANNEL SWITCH TX - RX Binary Value 16 32 64 Always ON except when default channel is required Figure 23 - Backplane DIP switches example - Channel 1 selected 120 20191-100a 35 Paragon-III User Manual 6.2 Transmitter Radio Tuning This section covers the basic Series II base station 700MHz transmitter radio module and PA radio tuning and verification. Note: Usually, this section is never done unless called for in section 6.1 “Series II - Radio Programming” or in Table 21 - Checklist B (General)“Checklist B” (General). 6.2.1 Test Equipment Digital Multimeter & probes (e.g. Fluke 77) 1 HP 34330A Shunt 30A (UHF only, used for transmitter current measurement) Digital or Analog calibrated Oscilloscope & scope probes (X1, X10 selectable) Calibrated COM-120B (.001ppm OCXO and 30kHz IF options) 3-foot length of double-shielded N-M to BNC-M cable (RG-214 or RG-223) 2x 'BNC' to 'N' type adapters (e.g. Amphenol, Greenpar). Bird RF power meter with 150W / 50 ohm dummy load (optional) 3dB 150–watt attenuator 1x Torx screwdriver #T-10 and #T-20 Pozidriv screwdriver #1 & #2 1x Six-inch adjustable wrench RF tuning/trimming tools. Extender Rail Kit for Series II chassis (T800-13-0000) 1x 6" coax cable N-M to BNC-M (comes with the radio to connect the exciter to the PA) 6.2.2 Transmitter Module (T881-10-02200) Note 1: Refer to Figure 24 (T881). Note 2: When the synthesizer is unlocked, the front panel green LED called "Supply" will flash indicating that it needs re-tuning. Warning: The LED will also flash when the unit is in setup mode while connected to the PGM800win program. 6.2.2.1 Initial Setup 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Shut down power to the base station. Prepare the Multimeter to DC Volts. Remove the exciter (T881) module from the base station rack frame. Remove the exciter top cover (nearest the handle). Connect a 3 feet long double shielded cable (N-M to BNC-M) between the IFR T/R output and the exciter antenna connector. 6. Connect the Paragon-III Extender Rail Kit to the empty chassis exciter slot. 7. Apply power to the base station. 6.2.2.2 Synthesizer Alignment Single channel: Connect the Multimeter to either side of L309 (T881). - T881 (700 MHz) Tune VCO trimmer CV300 for a synthesizer loop voltage of 10V DC. 120 20191-100a 36 Paragon-III User Manual Multiple channels (adjusting as shown for single channel above): - T881 (700 MHz) Adjust the VCO loop to 10V using the middle frequency channel. All channels should lie within the upper and lower limits of 16V and 3V respectively for the T881. Note: Normally, the fast TX key option is installed and the synthesizer is always energized. In the case where that option was not fitted, key the transmitter by pressing the front panel Carrier button to make the above adjustment possible. 6.2.2.3 TX Frequency Error Adjustment 1. Apply the following settings to the IFR: - Receiver mode - IFR RX frequency to match the main radio TX frequency - IF Filter set to 30KHz - Zoom the RF Error window: select 10Khz range 2. Key the transmitter by pressing the front panel TX-Key button and measure the carrier output frequency. It should be within ±300 Hz. If it is not, adjust the TCXO (IC700) to trim to meet the requirement, preferably within 100Hz. 6.2.2.4 Exciter Power Output 1. Apply the following settings to the IFR: - Receiver mode, Output T/R - IFR RX frequency to match the main radio TX frequency - IF Filter set to 30KHz - Select auto range in the Power reading window - Connect the coaxial cable from the IFR T/R to the Exciter output connector 2. Key the Exciter by pressing the module PTT button. The output power at the coaxial cable end connecting to the power amplifier should be: - T881 = 5W +0/-300mW (RV502, Figure 24) 120 20191-100a 37 Paragon-III User Manual Figure 24 - T881-0200 Transmitter Tuning Controls location 120 20191-100a 38 Paragon-III User Manual 7. Specifications GENERAL Frequency 762 -764 MHz Tx/ 792-794 MHz Rx and 767- 773MHz Tx/797-803MHz Rx RF/Modem Assembly Size 19.0” W x 17.5.0” H x 12.5” D + 2.0” connector allowance Frequency Stability 1.0 ppm (-20 to +60ºC) Supply Voltage 13.8 VDC nominal (negative ground), 10.8 - 16 VDC or 120 VAC Circuit protection (radio backplane) Main fuse (F1): Blade fuse (Maxi-Fuse) 10A : Power amp. fuse (F2 & F3): Blade fuses (Maxi-Fuse) 2 x 15A (30A total) Crowbar diodes for reverse polarity protection RX Current Consumption @ 13.8 VDC 1.5A max. (Two receivers with speaker monitoring) TX Current Consumption @ 13.8 VDC 1.7A max –5W Exciter T881, 25A – 50W PA AET Base Station Power Consumption @ 120 VAC TBD Channel spacing 50 kHz Operating Temperature Range -30°C to +60°C (deleted power supply, catalog number with 0 in second to last digit) -10°C to +60°C (with standard Dual Power Supply assy., catalog number with 2 in second to last digit) RECEIVER Selectivity @ 25 kHz @ 12.5 kHz 85 dB min, 88 dB (Typical) 79 dB min, 80 dB (Typical) Sensitivity @ 12 dB SINAD -116 dBm* Spurious Response Rejection 100 dB (Typical) Intermodulation Rejection - EIA (25 kHz) - EIA 300-096 (12.5 kHz) 80 dB (Typical) 75 dB (Typical) Hum and Noise - EIA (25 kHz) - ETS 300-096 (12.5 kHz) 47 dB* 45 dB* * Psophometrically weighted (De-emphasis response) TRANSMITTER –5W Rated Continuous RF Power 70W nominal Range of Adjustment 35W – 70 W (user adjustable) Spurious Emissions: - transmit - standby -36 dBm to 1GHz, -30 dBm to 3.2GHz -57 dBm to 1GHz, -47 dBm to 3.2GHz VSWR Stability 3:1 mismatch Transmitter Sideband Noise (ACP) @ +/-50 kHz @ +/- 1 MHz 120 20191-100a -40 dBc -100 dBc 39 Paragon-III User Manual Operation Full duplex Protocol Dataradio Proprietary E-DBA with OOB AAVL support xRC16FSK (128 kb/s) xRC8FSK (92 kb/s) xRC4FSK (64 kb/s) Data rates and Modulation type * Operating under Class I permissive change, subset of 16-Level FSK POWER AMPLIFIER – 70W Frequency Range 762-776 MHz Operative Voltage 13.8 VDC Current Draw 18-21 Amperes (typical) Duty Cycle 100% (Continuous) Power Input 5W Power Output 70 Watts CW RF Power Adjustment -3dB (Nominal) Spurious & Harmonics -70 dBc input/output Impedance 50 ohms Load VSWR Tolerance 20:1 (Max) 30 seconds input/output connectors Type N female Operating Temperature Range -30 degrees C. to +60 degrees C. Storage & Transport -40 degrees C. to +70 degrees C. Humidity 80% at +40 degree C. (non-condensing) Altitude 10,000 feet maximum Size 5.25”W x 10.5”H x 13”D Weight 18 pounds (Nominal) FCC CERTIFICATIONS FCC IC (DOC) 762-764MHz and 767-773MHz EOTBDP3-T881 -5W exciter T881 NA EOTBDP3-AMP – 70W PA option AMP EMISSION DESIGNATORS Bit rate Baud rate Modulation 700MHz 128 kb/s 32000 xRC16FSK 30K0F1D 96 kb/s 32000 xRC16FSK 30K0F1D 64 kb/s 32000 xRC16FSK 30K0F1D 120 20191-100a 40 Paragon-III User Manual
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