CalAmp Wireless Networks GPDB Gemini/PD User Manual Gemini PD Technical Manual
CALAMP WIRELESS NETWORKS INC. Gemini/PD Gemini PD Technical Manual
Contents
- 1. preliminary version of user manual
- 2. Installation Guide 1 01
- 3. revised pages 7 and 8 for preliminary ver1 11
- 4. installation guide
- 5. Annex B Installation manual
- 6. Appendix A preliminary version 1 42
- 7. preliminary installation manual
- 8. preliminary version
- 9. preliminary updated user manual
- 10. preliminary version of updated installation manual
- 11. updated user manual
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GeminiPD Mobile Radiomodem Installation Guide Version 1.46 Preliminary – For Internal Use Only The entire contents of this manual and the Radio Installation Software described in this manual are copyright 2002 by DATARADIO Inc. Copyright DATARADIO Inc. March, 2002 Part no.: 120 20110-146 Table of Contents 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 INTENDED AUDIENCE ....................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2.1 Features .................................................................................................................................................. 1 1.2.2 Configuration .......................................................................................................................................... 1 FACTORY TECHNICAL SUPPORT ................................................................................................................................ 2 1.3 PRODUCT WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................... 2 1.4 REPLACEMENT PARTS....................................................................................................................................... 2 1.4.1 Factory Repair ........................................................................................................................................ 2 1.5 UNPACKING ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 2. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................... 3 2.1 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................... 3 2.1.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 3 2.1.2 Location .................................................................................................................................................. 3 2.1.3 Cable Path............................................................................................................................................... 3 2.2 WARNINGS........................................................................................................................................................ 3 2.2.1 RF Radiation warning............................................................................................................................. 3 2.2.2 Interference with vehicular electronics ................................................................................................... 3 2.2.3 Secure mounting...................................................................................................................................... 4 2.2.4 Explosive environments........................................................................................................................... 4 2.2.5 Installation in vehicles powered by liquefied gas. .................................................................................. 4 2.3 PHYSICAL UNIT................................................................................................................................................. 4 2.3.1 Recommended tools and supplies............................................................................................................ 4 2.3.2 Physical mounting of GeminiPD ............................................................................................................... 4 2.4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................. 5 2.4.1 Electrical requirements ........................................................................................................................... 5 2.4.2 Routing of power cable ........................................................................................................................... 5 2.5 ANTENNA ......................................................................................................................................................... 7 2.5.1 Recommended tools and supplies............................................................................................................ 7 2.5.2 Planning .................................................................................................................................................. 7 2.5.3 Antenna Installation ................................................................................................................................ 8 2.6. COMPLETING THE PHYSICAL INSTALLATION. ................................................................................................ 8 2.7. CHECKING OUT NORMAL OPERATION ........................................................................................................... 8 3. OPERATING DESCRIPTION ......................................................................................................................... 9 3.1 FRONT & REAR PANELS ................................................................................................................................... 9 3.2 DTE PORT INTERFACE ................................................................................................................................... 10 3.2.1 RS-232 Interface Signal Levels ............................................................................................................. 10 4. WINRIS PROGRAM....................................................................................................................................... 11 4.1 OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 11 4.2 TO CONNECT AND START WINRIS .................................................................................................................. 11 4.3 WINRIS WINDOW........................................................................................................................................... 12 4.4 PORT CONFIGURATION WINDOW .................................................................................................................... 13 4.5 FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 13 4.5.1 “Station Reset” button .......................................................................................................................... 13 4.5.2 Configuration to a file........................................................................................................................... 13 4.5.2.1 4.5.2.2 4.5.3 “Get” button ..................................................................................................................................................14 “Get As” button .............................................................................................................................................14 Configuration from a File ..................................................................................................................... 14 4.5.3.1 “Put From” button .........................................................................................................................................14 4.5.4 Special Functions.................................................................................................................................. 14 4.5.4.1 4.5.4.2 4.5.4.3 4.5.5 Banner Field ..................................................................................................................................................14 Comments......................................................................................................................................................15 Password .......................................................................................................................................................15 Test Functions ....................................................................................................................................... 15 4.5.5.1 DSR signal is High indicator.........................................................................................................................15 4.5.5.2 CTS signal is High indicator .........................................................................................................................16 4.5.5.3 Channel Selection..........................................................................................................................................16 4.5.5.4 RSSI & Power Out Indicators .......................................................................................................................16 4.5.5.5 TXON tests....................................................................................................................................................16 4.5.5.5.1 Unmodulated Carrier ................................................................................................................................16 4.5.5.5.2 Modulated Carrier ....................................................................................................................................17 4.5.5.6 Random Dataradio.........................................................................................................................................17 4.5.5.7 Square Wave .................................................................................................................................................17 4.5.5.8 Addressing and Test ......................................................................................................................................17 4.5.6 4.5.7 5. GPS Information ................................................................................................................................... 18 Status Bar.............................................................................................................................................. 18 TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND TESTING ..................................................................................................... 19 5.1 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ................................................................................................................................... 19 5.2 BASIC TESTS ................................................................................................................................................... 19 5.3 GPS TEST ....................................................................................................................................................... 19 6. SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 21 FIGURE 1 - MOUNTING PLATE AND SLOT DIMENSIONS .................................................................................................... 5 FIGURE 2 - BRACKET INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................. 5 FIGURE 3 - DC POWER CONNECTOR .............................................................................................................................. 6 FIGURE 4 - ANTENNA SPACING....................................................................................................................................... 7 FIGURE 5 - FRONT AND REAR PANELS ............................................................................................................................ 9 PD TABLE 1 - GEMINI LEDS INDICATIONS .................................................................................................................... 10 TABLE 2 - RS-232 SIGNAL LEVELS .............................................................................................................................. 10 TABLE 3 - CARRIER MODULATION ............................................................................................................................... 17 TABLE 4 - TESTS, FULL & HALF CHANNEL UNITS ....................................................................................................... 20 APPENDIX 1 - "OFFICER REQUIRES ASSISTANCE" ALARM FUNCTION .................................................................... 23 120 20110-146 - Preliminary ii GeminiPD Installation Guide What's New in this version History Version 1.46 (Preliminary), March 2002 Following sections are amended to show the capability of 25.6 and 19.2kb/s bitrates in channels spaced at 12.5 kHz (half band or NPSPAC) Section 1.2.1 Features Table 3 Carrier Modulation Table 4 Tests, Full & Half Channel Units Section 6 Specifications Version 1.45b (Preliminary, January 2002 Section 4 “WinRIS” rewritten PD Multiple minor changes to match revised Paragon and Paragon manuals technical Version 1.45a (Preliminary), December 2001 Removed IC class II permissive change note and updated data. Section 1.2.1 Features Table 3 Carrier Modulation Table 4 TX Deviation Version 1.44 (Preliminary), November 2001 Following sections are amended to show 32 kbps bitrates with RC4FSK modulation in 25kHz channel spacing bit rates for 800MHz band. Table 3 Carrier Modulation Table 5 Tests, Full & Half Channel Units Section 6 Specifications, emission designators Version 1.43 (Preliminary), October 2001 Following sections are amended to show 32 kbps bitrates with RC4FSK modulation in 25kHz channel spacing bit rates. Section 1.2.1 Features Table 3 Carrier Modulation Table 5 Tests, Full & Half Channel Units Section 6 Specifications 120 20110-146 - Preliminary iii GeminiPD Installation Guide Version 1.42 (Preliminary), April 2001 Following sections are amended to show SRRC4FSK 12.5kHz channel spacing bit rates. Section 1.2.1 Features Table 3 Carrier Modulation Table 5 Tests, Full & Half Channel Units Section 6 Specifications Version 1.41, March 2001 • Section 2.5 “Antenna” and Figure 4 “Antenna spacing” amended to show FCC’s RF Exposure Guidelines for increased Duty Cycle. Version 1.40, December 2000 • Supporting footnotes for Gemini/PD Lite model (No GPS option) added. • Section 3.2, function of DE-9F pin 9 (Aux input) corrected and clarified. • Section 4.0, re-written to support the WinRIS program. • Section 5.0, Table 5, step 4, values revised. • Section 6.0, MIL Specifications limitations note added. • Appendix 1, clarification of “Officer Requires Assistance” alarm function added. Version 1.32, October 2000 • Updated UHF units specifications: Table 3 "Carrier Modulation" Table 4 “Tests, Full & Half Channel Units” Section 6 “Specifications”. Version 1.31, August 2000 • Introduction of 25.6 Kbps model. Relevant changes made to: - Section 1.2.1 “Features” - Table 3 “Carrier Modulation" - Table 4 “Tests, Full & Half Channel Units” - Section 6 “Specifications”. - Emission designators table added to Section 6 “Specifications”. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary iv GeminiPD Installation Guide Version 1.30, August 2000 • Power output specifications for 800MHz model added to section 1.2.1 “Features”. • Main transceiver Output Power for 800MHz model added to: Table 4 “Tests, Full and Half Channel Units” and minimum value edited in the footnote. • Title of section 4.4.4.2 edited to specify that RSSI Indicator also serves as power meter. Note added to establish that the internal wattmeter is not to be interpreted as a precision instrument. • Section 4.4.4.3.1 “Unmodulated Carrier” edited to show 800MHz model power check nominal forward wattage. • Section 2.4.2 “Routing of Power Cable”, step no. 7, clarification of negative wire connection. Version 1.20, June 2000: • LED indication explanation for the 800MHz (2% duty cycle limit) model added as a footnote to table 1 and to section 5.3 GPS Test. • Section 2.5 “Antenna” rewritten and now including more details concerning “Planning” and has a new antenna spacing drawing. • More details added to section 4.2 concerning starting of the WinRIS program from MS-Windows. • Environmental MIL spec added • FCC Certification number added to Specifications section. Version 1.10, March 2000: Addition of 800MHz specifications, revision to paragraph 2.2.1 - RF Radiation Warning and to paragraphs 2.5 through 2.5.3. – Antenna installation. Version 1.0, January 2000: First released version 120 20110-146 - Preliminary GeminiPD Installation Guide Definitions The following terms are used throughout this document. Item DCE DTE GCU PD Gemini GeminiPD Lite HDX RS-232 Simplex WinRIS Definition Data Communications Equipment. This designation defines the direction (input or output) of the various RS-232 interface signals. Modems are always wired as DCE. Data Terminal Equipment. This designation defines the direction (input or output) of the various RS-232 interface signals. Most user equipment, as well as PCs, are wired as DTE. GeminiPD Control Unit board High specs mobile radiomodem. PD = Parallel decode GeminiPD without GPS feature Half Duplex. A unit that uses separate transmit and receive frequencies, but which may not transmit and receive simultaneously. Industry–standard interface for data transfer. A unit which uses the same frequency for transmit and receive. Windows © Radio Installation Software. This software allows basic tests and unit configuration. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary vi GeminiPD Installation Guide 1.2.1 Features 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW This document provides the information required for the installation, operation and verification of the DATARADIO GeminiPD mobile radiomodem. 1.1 Intended Audience This document is designed for use by engineering design, installation, and maintenance personnel. 1.2 General Description GeminiPD is a mobile radiomodem aimed at the public safety and public utility markets to meet demand for high speed and high throughput. It integrates all the necessary hardware for data-only vehicular installations up to but not including the laptop PC and its application software. Example of applications are: 1. Database inquiry systems. Small number of brief messages, (usually from the mobile station) with fairly long responses. 2. Computer-aided dispatch (CAD). Large number of messages, (usually from the base station) with very brief responses. 3. Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL). Using built-in GPS receiver, determines position, speed and direction of fleet members. PD The Gemini is made-up of: • A main transceiver • A auxiliary receiver for Parallel Decode (PD) • A 40-Watt power amplifier (35-Watt for 800 MHz model), • A GeminiPD Control Unit (GCU) with DSP driven modem • An optional integrated OEM GPS receiver.1 The Gemini PD One-piece integrated design in a rugged die-cast aluminum chassis. • Parallel Decode (PD) technology (patent pending) featuring dual receivers for added decode sensitivity in multi-path and fading environments. • Sophisticated DSP-based modem design provides added system performance, fewer retries and more effective throughput. • Automatic channel changing for improved roaming capabilities. • Built–in, up to 16-channel flash – EEPROM programmable synthesized radio transceiver with automatic channel selection. • Models with on-air data speeds and modulation types as follows: - DGFSK2 modulation, rates of 9600 to 19200 b/s in 12.5 or 25 kHz channel spacing (9600 b/s maximum in half channels). or - xRC4FSK2 modulation, rates of 32.0, 25.6, and 19.2 kb/s in 25 kHz or 25.63, 19.2, 16.0, and 14.4 kb/s in 12.5 kHz channel spacing. • 3 available user ports using standard RS-232 interface via built-in multiplexer. • Half-duplex or simplex operation. • Out-of-band signaling enables transmission of GPS1 reports with no effect on system performance. • Back compatible with MobilPac/R (DGFSK)2 at 9600 and 19200 b/s. 1.2.2 Configuration GeminiPD is factory configured based on each customer network system require- 2 Networks must use common modulation, bit and baud rates. 3 NPSPAC only Lite model has no GPS. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary • Gemini PD Installation Guide ments, usually by Dataradio System Engineering. Configuration is not changeable in the field without notifying Dataradio. 1.4 This product is not field serviceable, except by the replacement of a complete unit. Specialized equipment and training is required to repair the GCU board and radio modules. 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: Contact Technical Support for service information before returning equipment. A Technical Support representative may suggest a solution eliminating the need to return equipment. DATARADIO Inc. 5500 Royalmount Ave, suite 200 Town of Mount Royal Quebec, Canada H4P 1H7 1.4.1 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 questions arise during servicing of the unit. Technical support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time phone: +1 514 737-0020 fax: +1 514 737-7883 Email address: support@dataradio.com or 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. DATARADIO Corp. 6160 Peachtree Dunwoody RD., suite C-200 Atlanta, Georgia 30328 Technical support hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Eastern Time phone: 1 770 392-0002 fax: 1 770 392-9199 Email address: drctech@dataradio.com 1.3 1.5 Product Warranty Unpacking When ready for installation, carefully unpack your GeminiPD kit (p/n 023 6000-001) shipping carton and identify each item as listed below: • One GeminiPD • Installation mounting bracket • Power cable – 22 feet (6.7 meters) • Small parts kit If damage has occurred to the equipment during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately. Warranty information may be obtained by contacting your sales representative. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Replacement Parts Gemini PD Installation Guide between these components and radio equipment. Try using existing holes in firewall and trunk wall and the channels above and below or beneath the doors, channels through doors and window columns that are convenient to run cables and wires. Whenever possible, install conduit in which to run the cables. 2. Installation 2.1 Planning the Installation 2.1.1 Overview To ensure trouble-free, efficient installation, start by inspecting the vehicle to determine the optimum position for GeminiPD and its antennas as well as the routing of all associated cabling and wiring. 2.2 Before starting installation, review all of the following warnings. 2.1.2 Location Often, installations in cars are done in the trunk, underneath the back window ledge or on the trunk floor. In vans and small trucks, it is usually done in the back of the vehicle. In large vehicles, it is often done in the front cabin. 2.2.1 RF Radiation warning The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in the General Docket, 79-144, March 13, 1985, has adopted a safety standard for the human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC-regulated equipment. Only proper installation of the transceiver antenna of GeminiPD as summarized in section 2.5 will result in user exposure substantially below the FCC recommended limits. Be sure to place the GeminiPD unit in such a way that: • The LEDs can be seen (as an aid in troubleshooting) • Access to the antenna DE-9 connectors is possible without removing the unit • Sufficient air may flow around the unit to provide adequate cooling Qualified personnel must do all antenna installations. See paragraph 2.5.2 for recommended antenna positioning. PD Gemini is not fully waterproof, therefore it should be mounted sufficiently away from an opened trunk lid or opened tailgate, windows or doors to avoid exposure to rain and/or snow. It also minimizes the chance that material can be accidentally thrown on the unit or of someone bumping against it. Transmissions when persons or animals outside the vehicle are within two feet of the antenna may result in radio energy radiation burns or related injuries. 2.2.2 Interference with vehicular electronics 2.1.3 Cable Path Try to route the cables away from locations where they would be exposed to heat (exhaust pipes, mufflers, tailpipes, etc.), battery acid, sharp edges, mechanical damage or where they would be a nuisance to automobile mechanics, the driver or the passengers. Keep wiring away from automotive computer modules, other electronic modules and ignition circuits to help prevent interference 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Warnings Certain vehicle electronic devices may be prone to malfunction due to lack of protection from radio frequency energy present when transmitting. It includes, and is not limited to: Electronic fuel injection systems Electronic anti-skid braking systems Electronic cruise control systems Gemini PD Installation Guide Space containing radio equipment shall be isolated by a seal from the space containing the LP-gas container and its fittings. Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP-gas container. The LP-gas container space shall be vented to the outside of the vehicle. If the installation vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his aid in determining if such electronic circuits will perform normally when the radio is transmitting. 2.2.3 Secure mounting For vehicle occupant(s) safety, mount GeminiPD securely so that the unit will not break loose in case of an accident or violent maneuvers. 2.3 2.3.1 Recommended tools and supplies 2.2.4 Explosive environments Operation of vehicular radio transmitters in explosive environments may be hazardous and conventional safety precautions must prevail. These include and are not limited to: Transmitting while fuelling the vehicle. Do not carry fuel containers in the same compartment as GeminiPD. Dynamite blasting caps may explode when transmitting radio operation takes place within 500 feet. Always obey the “Turn Off Two-Way Radios” signs posted at sites where dynamite is being used. If transporting blasting caps: a) Carry the blasting caps in an appropriate metal container having a soft cushioning lining. b) Suppress transmissions whenever the blasting caps container is being loaded or unloaded into or from the vehicle. Check applicable local bylaws. • • • • • Electric drill for mounting holes Hammer and center punch Tie-wraps Drills and circle cutters as needed according the size of screws (or nuts and bolts) used. In-line “Power meter” capable of measuring forward and reflected power at the operating frequency of the radio. 2.3.2 Physical mounting of PD Gemini Start by running all the cables (DC power, PC RS-232 as well as all antennas cabling) prior to mounting GeminiPD to assure the feasibility of the planned cable routing. Be sure to leave sufficient slack in each cable so the GeminiPD may be removed from the mounting bracket for servicing with the power applied and the antenna attached. GeminiPD is ready for installation. Cautions: • When drilling mounting holes, be careful to avoid damaging some vital part of the vehicle such as fuel tanks, transmission housing etc. Always check how far the mounting screws extend below the mounting surface prior to installation. • Use of drill bit stops is highly recommended. 2.2.5 Installation in vehicles powered by liquefied gas. GeminiPD installations in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas with the LP-gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire Protection Association Standard NFPA 58 which requires: 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Physical Unit Gemini PD Installation Guide • After drilling, remove all metal shavings before installing screws. • Do not overtighten selftapping screws. 1. Once you have found a suitable mounting position for GeminiPD, hold the unit and the unattached mounting bracket in the proposed mounting position and check that there is clearance behind the unit for the heatsink, cables, etc. Check that the position provides a large enough flat surface that the bracket will not be distorted when installed. stalled bracket using the four supplied 8x40 black machine screws. 7. Drill any additional holes as required for routing all cables and fit holes with suitable grommets or bushings whenever required. 2.4 2.4.1 Electrical requirements PD Gemini is designed to operate from a 13.8Vdc nominal car battery (negative ground) and requires currents up to 15.0A. It will tolerate a supply voltage range of 10.9 volts to 16.3 volts. In vehicles with a 24 VDC electrical system (mostly in trucks), it is essential to provide a suitably rated 24/12 VDC converter to isolate the unit from the battery and protect it against excessive voltage. 0.2" 1.0" 2.5" 6.0" Figure 1 - Mounting plate and slot dimensions Warnings: Application of more than 16.3 VDC will damage GeminiPD and is not covered by the warranty. Always disconnect GeminiPD’s DC power lead before connecting a second battery, using power from another vehicle or power boosting (e.g. when “jump starting” the vehicle). 2. Using the installation bracket as a template, mark the four locations for drilling (see Figure 1). Again, ensure that drilling at the selected points is safe and will not cause damage. 3. Indent the drilling positions with a center punch. 4. Drill holes sized for the self-tapping screws or for the nuts, bolts and lock washers used. Caution: Slightly reduce the size of the drilled holes when using self-tapping screws in thin metal. 2.4.2 Routing of power cable 1. Start by disconnecting the vehicle’s battery unless specifically prohibited from doing so by the customer, vehicle manufacturer, agent or supplier. Note: In this event, exercise extreme caution throughout the installation and fit the fuse only when the installation is complete. 2. The 22 feet (6.7 meters) long power cable consists of three wires attached to Figure 2 - Bracket installation 5. Install the bracket without distorting. 6. Securely mount GeminiPD to the in- 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Electrical installation Gemini PD Installation Guide 6. Repeat the step above for connecting the red DC power lead. 7. Attach the positive lead at the battery positive terminal. Attach the negative wire at the vehicle end of the battery ground cable. a Packard Electric “Weather-Pack” connector (DC power Connector). The DC Power connector has: • • • At position “A”, the smaller red switch-sense wire (commonly to ignition) At position “B”, the blue ground wire At position “C”, a larger red B+ DC power wire (MUST be unswitched) 13.8VDC B+ (Fused Red wire) GROUND (Blue wire) If the negative cable is connected directly to the battery negative terminal, it should be fused in case of failure of the vehicle’s ground cable. Ensure tight and secure connections. 8. Fasten the fuse holder and leads. 9. Carefully route the A wire to where the connection will be made for switch sensing. • Connect to “Ignition” if you wish to have GeminiPD turning ON and OFF dependent on the vehicle’s ignition key. • Connect to “Accessory” if you wish GeminiPD to be available when the engine is not running, but still dependent on the ignition key. • Connect to a user-supplied control switch. • In installations equipped with a “ChargeGuard”, connect to the controlled-side of the ChargeGuard (remembering that the DC Power lead must NOT be switched). 10. Make appropriate connections. Cautions: Where scraping to bare metal was required, and at the battery posts where wire ends and lugs may be exposed, apply anti-corrosion compound. Insert the fuse only when installation is complete and ready to test. SEAL (DO NOT REMOVE) IGNITION (Small red wire) Figure 3 - DC Power Connector PD 3. Place this connector at Gemini ’s radio power input location. Do not connect at this time. See paragraph 2.6, “Completing the physical installation”. 4. Carefully route both the B and the C wires to where the in-line fuse holder will be installed, usually as close to the vehicle’s battery as practicable. Ensure that leads do not chafe on any metal part(s). Secure the wires at several locations along their length. Caution: Use proper crimping tool. Common pliers are NOT acceptable. Warning: The DC Power lead must be unswitched 5. Insert the negative (blue) lead into one of the appropriate connector lug and crimp solidly to force the metal contacts onto the wires. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 11. At the GeminiPD position, neatly coil cable slack and attach securely. Gemini PD Installation Guide 2.5 Antenna MPE To meet the FCC’s RF Exposure Guidelines, the main transmitter antenna must be vehicle-mounted to provide a separation distance of 50 cm or more from all persons and the antenna gain must not exceed 5dB to satisfy RF exposure requirements. 50cm 19.7in. ≥24in. 2.5.1 Recommended tools and supplies • • • • ≥5/8λ λ (UHF: 18"/46cm 800MHz: 9"/23cm) circle cutter hole saw or socket punch for antenna Mini-UHF Crimp tool Figure 4 - Antenna spacing 2.5.2 Planning Install the antennas in one of the following positions: - Most preferred for all antennas: centerline of roof. For transmitter antenna, it is the ONLY acceptable position. - Less preferred for receiver antenna: trunk lid, providing distance to transmitting antenna is respected whether lid is opened or closed. - Much less preferred, but permissible for receiver antenna: left or right rear fenders, just in back of rear window - Least preferred, but permissible for receiver antenna: left or right front fenders, ahead of windshield Note: Proximity to other vehicle-mounted antennas may cause mutual interference especially at higher frequencies. Referring to Figure 4, GeminiPD commonly uses three separate antennas: • “T” - Main transceiver Constraints are Maximum Permissive Exposure (“MPE” on the drawing) limits of 50 cm (as per see section 2.5 above) and omni-directional factors • “R” - Auxiliary receiver – Constraints are the receiver spacing of at least 5/8 λ (wavelength) from transceiver antenna and omni-directional requirements • “G” - Global Positioning System (GPS)* Constraints are TX spacing of at least 24-in/60.96 cm from all transmitting antennas and a clear view of the sky. For the optimum antenna spacing at the frequency you are using, consult System Engineering. For installation of ground-plane dependent antennas, the center of the metal surface used for mounting is preferable for best omni-directional pattern. For ground-plane independent antennas, installation may be close to the edges of the surface. * The GeminiPD Lite model has no GPS. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Gemini PD Installation Guide • Connect DC Power cable’s connector to PD Gemini ’s until you hear a click as the two parts snap together. 1. Route good quality 50-ohm coaxial cables (e.g. RG-223) from each of the selected antenna positions to the position where the GeminiPD unit is mounted. • Re-check that all other connections are secure (antennas, PC, etc.) • Switch vehicle ignition ON. 2. Terminate the end at each of the antenna positions with the appropriate connector for the antenna used and make the connection. You are now ready to check for normal operation and to run the Radio Installation Software (WinRIS) program for testing or trouble-shooting. 2.5.3 Antenna Installation PD 3. At the Gemini position, cut the three cables to length and terminate with the appropriate plug. For the transceiver and the auxiliary cables, use a MiniUHF crimp plug using an appropriate crimping tool. For the GPS, use a SMA connector. 2.7. Checking out Normal operation Check that the vehicle ignition is ON. 1. Check for proper operation of the PD Gemini ’s LEDs as per Table 1 in section 3.1 4. Positively identify the transceiver miniUHF plug and connect to the left rear of GeminiPD. 2. Using the WinRIS program (described in section 4) and an in-line wattmeter, check forward & reverse power to confirm main antenna installation. 5. Positively identify the auxiliary receiver mini-UHF plug and connect to the front left of GeminiPD to the RX position. 3. Using the WinRIS, check the RF link with a base station that can be heard, see section 4.5.5 “Test Functions”. 6. Connect the SMA connector to the GPS* position below the auxiliary connector position. If user application and its base station are available, test the installation by going through a normal sequence of transmitting and receiving messages. 7. Do not skip this last step, trust us; it is an important one. To complete the installation, tie-wrap together the auxiliary and the GPS* antenna cables at a point about two inches in front of the unit. It will be much easier hereafter to correctly identify which mini-UHF plug goes where. You DO NOT want to cross the auxiliary plug with the transceiver plug. * The GeminiPD Lite model has no GPS. 2.6. Completing the physical Installation. To complete the physical installation and prior to testing GeminiPD: 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Gemini PD Installation Guide 3. Operating Description 3.1 Front & Rear Panels The front panel includes: • One mini-UHF type female antenna connector for the auxiliary receiver • One SMA type female connector for the GPS receiver (not installed on Gemini • Two LED indicators PD Lite model) • Three DE-9F RS232 ports The rear panel includes: • One mini-UHF type female antenna connector for the main transceiver • One 3-pin pigtailed DC Power connector with ignition sense Gemini/PD RX PWR PGM RX TX PC/SETUP 2.000" ® GPS DEV-3 DEV-2 DEV-1 6.000" Figure 5 - Front and rear panels 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Gemini PD Installation Guide Table 1 - Gemini PD LEDs indications GeminiPD LEDs indications Special Errors Normal Power-on Sequence (LEDs are paired) PWR RX / TX Red Red Amber Off Indication Normal boot-up start (10 to 27 sec.) Then 8 seconds to completing boot-up Normal Operation (LEDs are independent) PWR Indication RX / TX Green* Normal ready state Off Amber* 1 Pulse/sec. Sufficient satellites acquired by GPS Green Receiving packets “DBA sync” allows transmit Receiving packets “DBA out-of-sync” prevents transmit Off Normal state Red Off Hardware failure Amber Slow Red/Green Red Software failure (firmware erased) Red Fast Red/Green Red Programming in progress DE-9 F pin # Transmitting * For 800MHz model (using 25% duty cycle limit) PWR lit Green / Flashing Amber = normal indication (GPS 1pulse per sec.) PWR lit Amber / Flashing Green = exceeded duty cycle (GPS 1pps) DTE Port Interface For all three ports: No network activity Green 3.2 Indication We recommend the use of a shielded 9-wire cable with all pins connected. These ports can be used for unit configuration, maintenance & adjustment as well to connect user applications. Function PD DCD – from Gemini , normally asserted PD RXD – data from Gemini PD TXD – data to Gemini PD DTR – to Gemini , handshaking Ground PD DSR – from Gemini , tied to VCC through current limiting resistor PD RTS - to Gemini , handshaking PD CTS – from Gemini , handshaking AUX - auxiliary input to GeminiPD, (for port 2: “Officer requires assistance” Alarm input) It may be activated by (normally open) dry contact pull-up to the port’s DSR output. It may also tolerate user pull-up to external +12 VDC (car battery), but an isolated dry contact is preferred due to the risk of noise-related false alarms caused by the vehicle’s electrical system. A +3 to +12 V signal at this pin will send a DMP “x” (On) message to the base. An open or ground signal will send a DMP “y” (Off) message. Messages are only sent when a signal transition occurs. See Appendix “A” on page 23 for further details. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 3.2.1 RS-232 Interface Signal Levels In the descriptions of data signals, the following conventions are used: Table 2 - RS-232 Signal Levels Term OFF 10 Alternates asserted, spacing dropped, marking Gemini PD Signal level +3 to +15 V -3 to -15 V Installation Guide 4. WinRIS program1 Only left mouse button operation is supported. The Windows Radio Installation Software (WinRIS) program is used to: Any command or selection shown in gray is either unavailable or is awaiting another action before activating. • • • Check and troubleshoot GeminiPD. Save an existing configuration. Upload files for field-configuring units (Requires intervention with technical support). Help in the program is available at all points by pressing the F1 key. If a subject is highlighted, the help displayed will be context sensitive. To run the program, you will need: A PC or portable computer running a 32-bit MSWindows application: (Each program copyright © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.) 4.2 A hard disk. An available COM port. A serial mouse, with its own driver installed is strongly recommend however most actions can also be done using keyboard command 4.1 Operation (where x is the PC COM port to be used) Of course, the executable command may be used alone without any variable added. This support program can be run in MSWindows © mode. Click on “OK”. DO NOT have more than one copy of this program loaded at any given time in separate windows. Doing so creates COM port sharing conflicts and failure to run the program alone results in unexpected transmissions. It is also possible to create a PC desktop shortcut icon for WinRIS: In MS-Windows 98 • • For descriptions of features revised or added to WinRIS versions later than 3.xx, please refer to the program’s context-sensitive help or type FI 120 20110-146 - Preliminary start All families of MobilPac, GeminiPD’s, Paragon and ParagonPD products share a common WinRIS program available on diskette, Dataradio p/n 980 03392-00n. Refer to the WinRIS Readme.txt file for details on how to set the MS-Windows environment, and how to connect, install and run this program. In summary, before starting the WinRIS when running MS-Windows, click on “Start”, then on "Run". Type the relevant path and variables on the command line (or select by browsing) leading to: WinRIS.EXE COM[x], [speed],8,n,1 Note: WinRIS does not operate under: Win CE (embedded in PocketPC) 16-bit Windows 3.x and Connect a suitable 9-conductor straight RS-232 cable, between the unit’s front-mounted PC/Setup port and the RS-232 port of the PC or portable computer that will be running Gemini.exe program. Win ME Win2000 Win NT Win 9x (For Win 95, if COMCTL32.DLL has been updated to the most recent version and copied to the \windows\system\ directory). To connect WinRIS 11 Start by right clicking anywhere on the desktop, Select New, Gemini PD Installation Guide • Select Shortcut and type the path as detailed above directly on the command line (with or without variables). • Click Next, • Type in an applicable name for the shortcut icon, • Click Next • Select an icon (your choice) and • Click on Finish. In other MS-Windows Operating Systems, this procedure may vary slightly. If in doubt, check the manufacturer’s documentation. Command line settings override the environment variable, if any. Command line settings override the environment variable, if any. 4.3 • WinRIS Window Refer to your version of WinRIS for its main screen appearance. WinRIS detects the product it is used with and the screen’s design adjusts to the product’s particular structure. Future versions will also introduce new features. The program’s context-sensitive help (or accessible via the FI function key) is the best source of information on items not covered in this section. Generally, this program uses only one main display screen. Placing the cursor over a Toolbar or Button generates a ScreenTip. Starting at the top, the screen display is made up of: • A Toolbar row, located immediately below the menu bar containing buttons (each bearing an icon) for commonly used tasks as follows: Put From button Get button Get As button and to the right of a bar separator, the: About button and the Context-sensitive Help button • An Indicator and Button bar, located immediately below the Toolbar row, it contains two circular indicators DSR signal is High indicator CTS signal is High indicator and buttons for commonly used tasks as follows. Station Reset button Product ID button Modulated TXON button Unmodulated TXON button Square Wave button Random Data button A Menu bar, containing the menu names listed below. They give access to command options. Unavailable commands are shown in light gray color. Shortcut keys are listed whenever available. File menu lists the: - Put From command (Ctrl+O) - Get command (Ctrl+S) - Get As command and below a command separator, the: - Exit command Test menu lists the: - Stationreset command - Modulated command - UnModulated command 120 20110-146 - Preliminary - Square Wave command - Random Data command View menu lists the: - Product ID command - Password command - Options command - Toolbar checked command - Status bar checked command Help menu lists the: - Help Topics command and below a command separator, the: - About WinRIS command 12 • A Product field, displays product type being used after a connection to the product has been established • A Data section, containing the Banner plus the Comments and Password fields and their related Put buttons. • A Channel(s) section, to select and activate a channel. Gemini PD Installation Guide • A Test section, with Address and Device fields, Send button and Chat window. • A Status bar, for displaying standard usermessages. Other messages appear in dialog window boxes or warning windows. • A GPS Information section, exclusive to GeminiPD. • An RSSI Bar Graph on the right side of the window is exclusive to GeminiPD. 4.4 Notes: Enable the “Always ask port configuration when WinRIS start” box to have the Port Configuration window always opening at start up. Two instances of WinRIS may be run. One application runs on one COM port and the second on another port. This feature allows testing a mobile and a base station on one computer that has two COM ports. Ensure that mobile unit is in DMP mode. Port Configuration Window 4.5 The WinRIS program is used to: • Save an existing configuration from a unit to a file. • Take a configuration from a file and upload it to a unit • Check GeminiPD • Test and/or trouble-shoot installations At program’s launch, WinRIS opens the “Port Configuration window”. Enter the COM port and speed that should be used. The program defaults to 8 bits, no parity and one stop bit. Make necessary modification(s) to entries if needed and click on Save to go to main screen (a delay of several seconds may occur). If COM port and speed are already saved, the program automatically goes to the main screen. 4.5.1 “Station Reset” button On the menu bar, select “Test”, then the “Stationreset” command or press the “Stationreset” button on the Toolbar to issue a stationreset command to the modem. 1. In the COM Port list box, select the COM port (1,2,3 or 4) to use for connection. Note: the COM Ports selections numbered 5 to 32 are used (at factory) to upgrade several units from the same computer USB port. 2. In the Baud rate list box, select the baud rate to use that matches your unit. 3. Bits options are 7 or 8 (default) 4. Parity options are None (default), odd or even 5. Stop bits options are 1 (default) or 2 Note: Do not make any entry in the “Connection Type --- Base Only” box. It only applies to Paragon or ParagonPD base stations. 6. Click the Save button to validate your choice(s) and start the connecting process that concludes with the Status bar reporting: “Stationreset is completed”. To exit the window without making any change, click on Cancel. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Functions Stationreset is a last step after doing a “Put From”. It causes downloaded parameters from a file or diskette to take effect in the connected unit. Pressing Stationreset is not required after doing any Comments or Password configuration change as these have their own Put Comments and Put Password buttons. StationReset does not break the connection. 4.5.2 Configuration to a file Saving the unit’s configuration to a file allows the user to: • Subsequently restore the configuration. • Safeguard a copy as documentation of the configuration. Note: The configuration and status files are ASCII files and may be e-mailed or faxed to technical support when requested to do so. 13 Gemini PD Installation Guide Warning: Warning: Do not make any changes to these files. Any changes made to the configurations MUST be done at factory or by Dataradio system engineering. 4.5.2.1 Do not make any changes to these files. Any changes made to the configurations MUST be done at factory or by Dataradio system engineering. “Get” button On the menu bar, select “File”, then the “Get” command or press the “Get” button on the Toolbar to: • 4.5.3.1 1- On the menu bar, select “File”, then the “Put From” command or press the “Put From” button on the Toolbar. Download and automatically save the connected unit’s configuration setting to a file (in the current directory of WinRIS) named with the unit' serial number: The WinRIS status bar will then report “All parameters are successfully retrieved and saved in file [unit' s/n].GM2. Any previous configuration in the program is overwritten. 2- In the “Open” window, locate the drive, directory and file name of the relevant file. If you do not wish to overwrite an existing configuration or prefer to name the file yourself, use the “Get As” button. 4.5.2.2 “Put From” button • This may be a configuration saved earlier from a unit. • It can also be from a Dataradio (factory or system engineering) diskette. 4- Select the appropriate file 5- Press the “OK” button. The status bar reports: “[filename] is downloading into unit” and up to 30 seconds later displays: “All parameters are saved. Apply Station Reset to take effect!” . “Get As” button After communication is established using the Connect button, press the Get As button to: • Open the “File, Save As” window with the ASCII file *.gm2 (already selected). 6- Press the “Station Reset” button. See section 4.5.1 for details. • Save the connected unit’s operating characteristics (configuration setting) to a file, directory or drive of your choice. The program will ask before overwriting an existing file. 4.5.4 Special Functions The following WinRIS fields and buttons are used to gather specific information concerning the connected unit: • Banner field • Comments field and Put Comments button 4.5.3 Configuration from a File • Password and Put Password button Loading a configuration from a file to a unit is useful to: 4.5.4.1 Status bar reports “All parameters are successfully retrieved and saved in [filename]. • Restore the operating characteristics of a unit (Requires intervention with technical support.) • Carry out field updates using Dataradio system engineering supplied diskette(s). 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Banner Field This field displays a string made up of the serial number of the connected unit followed by the firmwares used and their version number. Format is: [serial number]:firmware 1 name, its version #, firmware 2 name, its version #. 14 Gemini PD Installation Guide The serial number portion uniquely identifies the unit. It is a variable length, maximum eightcharacter alphabetic string assigned at the time of manufacture. It is identical to the serial number printed on the label of the unit. This number cannot be changed and is used as part of the onair protocol. On subsequent “Get”, “Get As” or “Put From”, this field will require that the correct password be entered. If none was entered, the field will remain blank. GeminiPD's firmwares resides in flash EPROM and are designed to allow field upgrades. Clearing a Password is done by entering 32 zeros. Password information is NOT retrieved and saved to a file, along with the configuration. The Dataradio supplied password algorithm is designed to thwart the casual observer only. It provides a limited form of data privacy. Therefore, if your security requirements are high, Dataradio urges you to use external encryption technology (such as Data Encryption Standard (DES)) in the Host and Mobiles computers. When contacting your supplier, give the full banner string and the version of the WinRIS used. You will find the version number by selecting the “Help” menu option, then “About WinRIS” command or pressing the “About” button on the Toolbar. 4.5.5 Test Functions The “Banner” field is blank prior to doing a "Get", "Get As" or "Put From". 4.5.4.2 The following WinRIS functions and buttons are used to carry out testing or trouble-shooting on a connected unit: Comments 1- Type comments directly in the “Comments” field. These can be text up to 24 characters. Use this field to enter user-convenient description(s) (customer name, location, etc…). 2- Press the button “Put Comments” to make the entry permanent. This field may be left blank. On subsequent “Get”, “Get As” or “Put From”, this field displays entered comments. If no comment was entered, the field will remain blank. 4.5.4.3 Password The password feature is useful where two (or more) fleets share the same radio channel. Mobiles without the proper password would still receive the message but the contents would not be intelligible. DSR signal is High indicator • CTS signal is High indicator • Channels select • Show All Channel Frequencies • RSSI Indicator • TXON (Modulated) • TXON (Unmodulated) • Square Wave • Random Data • Addressing and Device fields 4.5.5.1 DSR signal is High indicator The “Data Set Ready” (DSR) indicator light, located on the button bar (leftmost), is an RS232 protocol port indication. When lit, it indicates proper connection and that the value is High. The DMP protocol used requires that DSR be normally asserted. 1- Type your password directly in the “Password” field. It is a string of 32 hexadecimal characters (exactly). 2- Press the button “Put Password” to make the entry permanent. This field may be left blank. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary • 15 Gemini PD Installation Guide 4.5.5.2 (Unmodulated)", “Square Wave” or “Random Data” with a range of 0 to 60 watts. Precision is usually better than +/-3 watts. Note: These internal RSSI and wattmeter indicators are designed for use as convenient and general reference only (trend monitoring). Their readings are not to be considered a substitute for values obtained using a standard external precision measuring instrument. Whenever faced with a pass/fail situation, always base a decision on an external RF instrument measurement. It is good practice at the time of installation to record (for future reference) the WinRIS RF power meter reading as well as readings from a standard power meter (e.g. Bird, IFR COM120 etc.). CTS signal is High indicator The “Clear-to-Send” (CTS) indicator light, located on the button bar (second indicator from the left), is an RS-232 protocol port indication. When lit, it indicates proper connection and that the value is High. The DMP protocol used requires that CTS be normally asserted. 4.5.5.3 Channel Selection Select the radio channel on which you wish to send a test transmission by clicking the relevant available option button. The program automatically detects which of sixteen channels are present on the connected unit. For each factory-set channel available, the relevant round option button and channel number is enabled (black). For each unavailable channel, the round option button and channel number appears disabled (grayed-out). Only one channel at a time may be selected. 4.5.5.5 TXON test functions are selected by choosing “Test” from the file menu, then “Modulated”, “Unmodulated”, “Random” or “Square Wave” command or by pressing the relevant button on the Toolbar. All other commands and buttons are inactive during test transmissions. Pressing the “Show All Channel Frequencies” button opens a sub-window listing in tabular form the radio transmitting and receiving frequencies programmed for each available channel(s). To exit this sub-window, press the upper right corner system box. 4.5.5.4 4.5.5.5.1 Unmodulated Carrier Unmodulated carrier gives a clear carrier and is frequently used for checking: • Frequency error • Forward and reverse power Press the TXON (Unmodulated) button to transmit an unmodulated 20-seconds test signal on the channel selected or until the button is pressed again. The functions of all the other buttons are inoperative during test transmissions. RSSI & Power Out Indicators The Radio Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) bar graph usually displays in twin-columns the relative strength (in dBm) of an incoming RF signal on the selected channel. The left column indication, labeled "I", shows the transceiver RX signal (rear mini-UHF connector). The right column indication, labeled "II", shows the auxiliary RX signal (front mini-UHF connector). Meter precision is usually better than 3 dBm (see note at the end of this section). Power check: 1- Connect an in-line power meter between the radio and the antenna. Measure the forward and the reflected power levels by powering TX ON. Reflected power should be <5% of forward power (or as specified by System Eng.). This indicator functions as a single column "Power" (Watt) meter when using either of the test functions: "TXON (Modulated)", "TXON 120 20110-146 - Preliminary TXON tests 16 Gemini PD Installation Guide 4.5.5.5.2 Modulated Carrier Refer to Table 4 for values indicated in adjustment tables under “Low Frequency Balance” step. Random data test requires the use of an IFR COM-120B service monitor with option 03: 30KHz IF filter and its DC coupled demodulator output selected. Test transmission generates a carrier modulated with 1kHz sinewave, at deviation level that depends on model and network speed as indicated in Table 3 below. This function is frequently used for checking frequency deviation. 4.5.5.7 Press the TXON (Modulated) button to begin transmitting a 20-seconds modulated test signal on the channel or until the button is pressed again. Generates a 20-seconds 100 Hz square wave used for low-frequency balance adjustments. 4.5.5.8 Table 3 - Carrier Modulation Full Channel ± 4.01) / ± 3.62) kHz 25600 ± 4.01) / ± 3.72) kHz 19200 ± 4.51) / ± 4.32) kHz 19200 ± 4.0 kHz 16000 ± 4.0 kHz 9600 ± 3.0 kHz DGMSK 32000 SRRC 4FSK Typical Deviation RC4FSK 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 A-P. 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 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. Half Channel SRRC 4FSK Network Speed DGMSK Typical Deviation 25600 ± 2.12) kHz 19200 ± 1.51) / ± 2.22) kHz 16000 ± 1.61) / ± 2.42) kHz 14400 ± 2.01) / ± 2.82) kHz 9600 ± 2.5 kHz Different modulation types are not interoperable 1) UHF model and Canada market 4.5.5.6 2) 800MHz model Random Dataradio Generates a 20-seconds random data signal. Pressing the ‘’Stop’’’ button halts the ongoing test. This test function is used for checking lowfrequency balance. • Low-frequency balance check: Helps to determine if the radio transmitter is well balanced for data transmission. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary Addressing and Test 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: Carrier Modulation Network Speed Square Wave 17 Gemini PD Installation Guide If test unsuccessful: Chat window reports “Waiting”, Then the Status line reports “Delivery Failed”. 4.5.7 Status Bar The Status Bar is located along the bottom edge of the WinRIS window. To display or hide the bar, check or uncheck the command in the “View” menu. 4.5.6 GPS Information When connected to a Gemini/PD (except “Lite” model) and decoding a valid GPS input signal, this window presents global position in Latitude, Longitude and Altitude. The left area of the status bar describes actions of menu items as you navigate using the directional arrows. This area also shows messages describing actions of toolbar buttons as you depress them, before releasing them. If after viewing the description of the toolbar button command you wish not to execute the command, then release the mouse button while the pointer is off the toolbar button. A green light indicates valid GPS data is displayed. A red light indicates the GPS data is either old or not enough satellites signals are present to achieve valid location computation. Position information is displayed in degrees, minutes and decimal fractions of a minute: Warning and Caution messages appear in popup sub-windows. To close these message boxes, press the ESC key. E.g. : Latitude of 45 degrees, 29 minutes and 15 seconds North would appear as: 4529.250 – N under DCF 1.0 4529.2500 – N under DCF 2.0 Three boxes on the right of the status bar indicate which of the following keys is latched down “CAP”, “NUM” or “SCRL”. The “Altitude” field indicates height above the WGS-84 *1 reference ellipsoid in meters with a range of –30000.00 to + 30000.00 Notes: The “number of satellites” field indicates the number of satellite signals being received and used to calculate position. When no GPS signal is present, the location indicators display the word “Invalid” and the # of Satellites indicates “0”. The Dataradio Compressed Format (DCF) for GPS messages (DCF v. 1.0 and 2.0 are supported) is used to transmit the GPS information along with the DMP data payload. Programmers who need to decode the compressed information for their applications may contact Dataradio System Engineering for further information. Altitude is not displayed in DCF version 1.0 WGS- 84 = World Geodetic System - 1984 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 18 Gemini PD Installation Guide 5. Trouble-Shooting and Testing 5.3 About three minutes after ignition is turned-on, the PWR LED on the GeminiPD front panel should flash in amber color at the rate of one pulse per second.1 This indicates that the GPS has acquired the sky position of a sufficient number of satellites to arrive at a ground position solution. The checks described below should be done at annual intervals or whenever deterioration in performance is noted. 5.1 • • • • Equipment Required 13.8 VDC (nominal) car battery, or 13.8 VDC/20A regulated power supply (In the case the unit is not installed in a vehicle) In-line watt meter (50W range) Radio service monitor (IFR or equivalent). Cable with mini-UHF male connector to connect GeminiPD to the service monitor. 5.2 GPS Test If the GPS has a good view of the sky and still has not generated any position solution within three minutes (it may take up to 10 minutes or more if the sky view is partially blocked.), the following trouble-shooting procedures should be undertaken to isolate the fault: 1) Disconnect the GPS antenna cable connector from the Gemini radio and check for + 5 VDC on the center pin of the GPS antenna connector on the radio using a Digital voltmeter (DVM). If the voltage is present, do not reconnect the cable and proceed to step 2. Basic Tests Recommended checks: 1. Transmit and Reverse power output 2. Carrier frequency error 3. Frequency deviation 4. Receivers RSSI Check 5. Link test between Gemini and the base station. 6. GPS test (not required on GeminiPD Lite model). 2) With the DVM, measure resistance between the shell and the center conductor of the GPS cable, resistance should be between 100 and 300 Ohms, if it measures open or short circuit the GPS antenna is either a passive antenna which is the WRONG type, or a defective active antenna, replace with a known good active antenna. Refer to Table 4 for checks 1 to 5. 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. 3) Connect the new antenna to Gemini and wait about three minutes for the POSITION ACQUIRED indicator to start flashing on GeminiPD, if not, the Gemini radio or its GPS receiver is defective 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 Refer to the WinRIS section for function details 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 19 Lit green and flashing amber for the 800MHz model under 2% duty cycle limit. Gemini PD Installation Guide Table 4 - Tests, Full & Half Channel Units CHECKLIST STEP EXPECTED RESULTS at 25°°C ACTION MEASURE WITH IF NOT? GeminiPD units are set and characterized at the factory to optimize performances. It is not recommended to try to readjust the units. Power-up LED Sequence Connect and save config as per Table 1 - GeminiPD LEDs indications as per section 4.5.2 Press WinRIS Get button Main transceiver Output Power Press TX (Unmod) Main transceiver Reflected Power Press TXON (Unmod) Carrier Frequency Error Press TX (Unmod) UHF: 40 watts 800MHz: 35 watts both +10%, -10% Factory-settable down to 10 watts (5 watts for 800MHz model) as per customer request or 50W in-line wattmeter Refer to factory technical support. <5% of forward power or as specified by System Eng. 10W in-line wattmeter Check for bad connections, damaged coax cable, etc. ±300 Hz Service monitor set to read frequency error Refer to factory technical support. TX Deviation (KHz) xRC4FSK Press TXON (Modulated) Speed\ 32.0 kb/s Carrier will be modulated with a 1 kHz tone. Service monitor set to read power 800 US 800 CA Full channel unit UHF ±4.0 25.6 kb/s ±4.0 19.2 kb/s ±4.5 ±3.6 ±3.7 ±4.5 ±3.6 ±3.7 ±4.5 Half channel unit 25.6 kb/s 19.2 kb/s ±1.5 16.0 kb/s ±1.6 14.4 kb/s: ±2.0 DGFSK ±2.1 ±2.2 ±2.4 ±2.8 Service monitor set to ±1.5 read deviation Refer to factory technical ±1.6 (IF filter set to Mid or 30 support. ±2.0 kHz position) Full channel unit 19.2 kb/s ±4.0 16.0 kb/s ±4.0 ±4.0 ±4.0 ±4.0 ±4.0 Half channel unit 9.6 kb/s ±2.5 ±2.5 ±2.5 Tolerance is +5%, -10% for all bit rates. RF Link test Use the addressing function’s “Send” button to dynamically test transmissions Look for “Delivery confirmed” on the Status bar as per section 4.5.5.8 Check on the WinRIS RSSI bar graph if the base station is within range (i.e. better than -107dBm) or Refer to factory technical support. Set the service monitor to generate at the levels mentioned below. The carrier generated should be modulated with a 1.0 kHz tone at deviation of +/- 4.0kHz (full ch.) or +/-2.5kHz (half ch.). Main Rec. RSSI checks -70dBm -110dBm -120dBm Aux Receiver - 70 dBm +/-3 -110 dBm +/-3 -120 dBm +/- 3 WinRIS bar graph Refer to factory technical support. The RSSI checks give a good indication of receivers' health. same as step 7 WinRIS bar graph Refer to factory technical support. repeat as per step 7 1 (unless you have set a lower value). Note that readings less than 40 watts (UHF model) or 35 watts (800MHz model) may be due to losses in cables used for testing. Check also your wattmeter frequency calibration curve. Do not be too ready to condemn the transmitter. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 20 Gemini PD Installation Guide 6. Specifications GENERAL UHF 800 MHz 806 – 824 MHz (821-824) 851 – 869 MHz (866-869) Frequency Tx 403 - 512 MHz Frequency Rx 403 - 512 MHz Channel spacing Frequency Control Frequency Stability Operating temperature Modes of Operation Number of channels Supply voltage Circuit Protection RX Current at 13.6 VDC TX Current at 13.6 VDC TX/RX separation Nominal Dimensions Weight: RF input/output Impedance RF connector 12.5 or 25 kHz Digital Synthesizer / uController 1.5 ppm -30°C to +60°C (25°C nominal) @ 95% non-cond. RH Simplex or Half Duplex 16 internally stored 13.6Vdc nominal (negative ground) 10.9 – 16.3 VDC 15 Amp fuse external 2 & 4 Amp fuse internal < 550 mA Standby (with auxiliary receiver) < 15 A 5 MHz typical 7.050” D x 6.000” W x 2.0000” H < 3.5 lbs. 50 ohms nominal Main TX/RX: mini-UHF female Auxiliary RX: mini-UHF female GPS RX: SMA female (Not installed for Gemini Interface connector < 0.35 µV * Selectivity (25KHz) 75 dB typical 70 dB minimum Selectivity (12.5) 65 dB typical 60 dB minimum Intermodulation 75 dB typical 70 dB minimum Spurious rejection 75 dB typical 70 dB minimum FM hum & noise -45 dB typical * < -57 dBm Conducted spurious * psophometrically weighted filter WARNING: Lite version) 3x DE-9F D-subminiature RECEIVER Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) PD The frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by distress beacons and should not be programmed into the unit. 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 21 Gemini PD Installation Guide TRANSMITTER Power output UHF = 10-40 watts Duty cycle 800 MHz = 5-35 watts 20% @ full power, 30 secs. max. TX time (subject to FCC MPE limit) Conducted Spurious Frequency stability -75 dBc (-38 dBm @10 W) typical 1.5 ppm FM hum and noise Attack time -45 dB max (25 kHz) < 10 ms Operation Data rates and Modulation type Simplex/half duplex DGFSK (9600 b/s), (19200 b/s) * SRRC4FSK (19200 b/s), (25600 b/s) * better than –112 dBm at 19200 b/s full channel, with P/D (DGFSK)* Packet Error Rate (for < 1% error) better than –110 dBm at 25600 b/s full channel, with P/D (SRRC4FSK - UHF)* better than –109 dBm at 25600 b/s full channel, with P/D (SRRC4FSK – 800MHz)* Protocol Dataradio Proprietary DBA * Networks must use common modulation, bit and baud rates. Different types are not on-air compatible DISPLAY and CONTROLS 2 status LEDs RX/TX, PWR Environmental MIL. spec. Environment Categories Low Pressure High Temperature Low Temperature Temperature Shock Solar Radiation Rain1 Humidity1 Dust1 Vibration Shock Operations Operations, Storage Operations, Storage Transfer of equipment Heat effects Drip rain Induced, Aggravated Blowing dust Ground Mobile Functional, Bench handling FCC / IC CERTIFICATIONS FCC IC (DOC) UHF EOTGPDA 773195525A 800 MHz EOTGPDB 773195643A Other IEC IP54 only II IEC IP54 EIA RS-204C Forestry EIA RS-204C EMISSION DESIGNATORS Bit rate Baud rate Modulation 9600 9600 DGMSK 16000 16000 DGMSK 19200 19200 DGMSK 19200 9600 SRRC4FSK MIL Specification not guaranteed with Gemini 120 20110-146 - Preliminary MIL Spec. 810E Method Procedure 500.3 II 501.3 I(A1), II 502.3 I(C3), II (C1) 503.3 I(AI,C2) 505.3 506.3 II 507.3 II,III 510.3 514.4 I(8) 516.4 I,VI 25600 12800 SRRC4FSK 16000 14400 32000 8000 7200 16000 SRRC4FSK SRRC4FSK RC4FSK PD UHF 8K60FID 15K3FID 15K0FID 16K0FID TBD 15K6F1D 8K17F1D 8K67F1D 16K5F1D 800MHz 8K60FID 15K3FID 15K0FID 16K0FID 10K2F1D 15K6FID 11K5F1D 10K0F1D 11K0F1D 15K6F1D Lite version. 22 Gemini PD Installation Guide Appendix 1 - "Officer Requires Assistance" alarm function The contents of this appendix are also available as Technical Instruction Sheet 009 (TIS009), document part number 122 20110-009 dated December 20, 2000. Overview The DTE Port Interface pin 9 (AUX) on DEV-2 is used for the “Officer Requires Assistance” alarm function. Intended Audience This document is designed for use by System Integrators. Physical Connection This auxiliary input may be activated by (normally open) dry contact pull-up to the port’s DSR output. It can also tolerate user pull-up to external +12 VDC (car battery), but an isolated dry contact is preferred due to the risk of noise-related false alarms caused by the vehicle’s electrical system. A +3 to +12 V signal at this pin will send a DMP “x” (On) message to the base. An open or ground signal will send a DMP “y” (Off) message. Messages are only sent when a signal transition occurs (debounced for approximately 100 ms). Operation When using GeminiPD or GeminiPD Lite products, activating the “Officer Requires Assistance” alarm input starts emergency communications: • The modem creates DMP “x” or “y” messages. • Any other pending message(s) will be failed to avoid delaying the alarm message on account of lower priority traffic and to remove non-emergency messages from duty-cycle management (if applicable). In the case of a “q” message, a D-NAK* will be immediately returned. • Base and Channel hunt will take place for the usual number of retries per base (according to configuration) but will cycle forever until D-ACKed1 or Reset1. • Lack of base DBA synch will not prevent transmission to maximize the chance that a base gets the alarm signal. DBA “Freewheel” mode will be forced until the alarm is acknowledged. 1 For details on DMP terms, refer to DMP 1.5 manual, version 4.0 120 20110-146 - Preliminary 23 Gemini PD Installation Guide
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