Motorola Solutions 92FT4887 RPX SERIES REPEATER User Manual 24019 A PORS en

Installation and User Guide

Models RPU2160/RPU4160

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The information in this document is carefully examined, and is believed to be entirely reliable. However,

no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Motorola reserves the right to make changes

to any products herein to improve readability, function, or design. Motorola does not assume any liability

arising out of the applications or use of any product or circuit described herein; nor does it cover any

license under its patent rights nor the rights of others.

CONTENTS

i

CONTENTS

Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Computer Software

Copyrights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Radio Frequency (RF)

Exposure Safety Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . .v

Operational Safety

Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

FCC Licensing

Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Interference Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Service Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Product Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Manual Revisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Acronyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Repeater Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Parts of the Repeater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Repeater Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

How the Repeater Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Pre-Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . 10

RF Coverage Field Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Choosing a Tentative

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Conducting the RF

Coverage Field Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Multiple Repeaters In A Single

Location (Multiple User Groups) . . . . . . . . . 13

Environmental Conditions at

Intended Installation Site(*) . . . . . . . . . . 14

Temperature Ranges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

AC/DC Power

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Site Grounding and

Lightning Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Electrical Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

RF Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Lightning Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

CONTENTS

ii

Repeater Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Repeater Positioning

and Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Antenna Installation

Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Installing External Antenna Using

the Antenna/Magnetic Mount /RF

Cable Kit Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

RF Cable Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Installing Exterior Antenna . . . . . . . . . . .25

Uninstalling Exterior Antenna . . . . . . . . .25

Wall Mount Installation

Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

AC/DC Power Supply

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Outdoor Installations

Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Outdoors Repeater Temporary

Installation – Example. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Vehicle Adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Alkaline Battery Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

About Alkaline Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Alkaline Batteries

Frame Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Alkaline Battery

Life Estimation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Alkaline Battery Power

LED (Side LED) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Installing/Removing the

Alkaline Battery Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Li-Ion Battery Frame

(Optional Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Turning Repeater On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Repeater Status Led

(Front LED) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Radio LED Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Selecting A Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Repeater Programming

Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Programming The Repeater . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Programming Features Overview . . . . . . . . 38

Programming the Repeater

Using the CPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

How to Read and

CONTENTS

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Modify Your Repeater’s

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Programming Your

Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Programming Your RDX

4 W Radios To Work With

The Repeaters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Repeater Cloning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

RDX Radio to Repeater

Cloning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Cloning Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Motorola Limited Warranty

for the United States

and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

RPX Repeater

Series Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Antenna Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Batteries Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Power Supplies

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Battery Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

RDX Pick-Up Radios and

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Cables Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Charger Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

2-Way RDX Repeater

Capable UHFRadios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Appendix A: Repeater

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Appendix B: Repeater

Lightning Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

How To Minimize Lightning

Damage for RPX Repeater

Series™ System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

AC Line

Requirements: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

RF Protection

Instructions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

COPYRIGHTS

iv

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

COPYRIGHTS

The Motorola products described in this

manual may include copyrighted Motorola

computer programs stored in semiconductor

memories or other media. Laws in the United

States and other countries preserve for

Motorola certain exclusive rights for

copyrighted computer programs, including, but

not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or

reproduce in any form the copyrighted

computer program. Accordingly, any

copyrighted Motorola computer programs

contained in the Motorola products described in

this manual may not be copied, reproduced,

modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed in

any manner without the express written

permission of Motorola.

Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola

products shall not be deemed to grant either

directly or by implication, estoppels, or

otherwise, any license under the copyrights,

patents or patent applications of Motorola,

except for the normal non-exclusive license to

use that arises by operation of law in the sale of

a product.

SAFETY STANDARDS

v

RADIO FREQUENCY (RF)

EXPOSURE SAFETY

STANDARD

!

To ensure compliance to RF Energy Safety

Standards:

• Install only Motorola approved antennas and

accessories

• Be sure that Product Safety and RF Safety

Booklet (P/N 68007024074) enclosed with this

radio is available to the end user upon

completion of the installation of this radio

For a list of Motorola-approved antennas and other

accessories, visit the following web site which lists

approved accessories for your radio model:

http://www.motorola.com/RPX

Before using this product, read

the operating instructions and

RF energy awareness

information contained in the

Product Safety and RF

Exposure booklet (Motorola

P/N 68007024074) enclosed

with your radio.

!

C a u t i o n

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SAFETY STANDARDS

OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a damp cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce

heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized

plug has two blades with one wider than the

other. A grounding type plug has two blades and

a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the

third prong are provided for your safety. When

the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,

consult an electrician for replacement of the

obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from

the apparatus.

11. Use only the attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

12. Use only on a stable, flat surface or install using

the wall mount holster that comes with this

product. When a cart is used for transporting

this device, use caution when moving the cart/

apparatus combination in order to avoid injury

from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such

as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid

has been spilled or objects have fallen into the

apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to

rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or

has been dropped.

15. The power supply is not suitable for outdoor

use. Use only in dry locations/conditions.

16. Connect the power supply only to an

appropriately fused and wired supply of the

correct voltage (as specified on the product).

SAFETY STANDARDS

vii

17. Disconnect the power supply from the line

voltage by removing the main plug. The outlet

to which this equipment is connected should be

nearby and easily accessible.

18. Maximum ambient temperature around the

power supply equipment must not exceed 40°C

(104°F).

19. Make sure that the cord is located where it will

not be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to

water, damage or stress.

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FCC LICENSING

INFORMATION

FCC LICENSING

INFORMATION

INTERFERENCE INFORMATION

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the condition that this device

does not cause harmful interference.

The RPX Repeater Series™ operate on radio

frequencies that are regulated by the Federal

Communications Commission (FCC). To transmit on

these frequencies, you are required to have a license

issued by the FCC. Application is made available on

FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance

Form 159.

When using portable hand held units with this

repeater, please note that there is an output power

limitation according to FCC's rule part 90.267. This

regulation limits the maximum output power of

portable units to 2 W when used with a repeater

operating on frequencies in the 450 – 470 MHz band

allocated for Industrial/Business use.

To obtain these FCC forms, request document

000601 which includes all forms and instructions. If

you wish to have the document faxed, mailed or have

questions, use the following contact information.

Faxed contact the

Fax-On-Demand

system at:

Mailed call the FCC forms hotline

at: For questions regarding FCC

license, contact the FCC at:

1-202-418-0177 1-800-418-FORM

1-800-418-3676 1-888-CALL-FCC

1-888-225-5322

Or: http://www.fcc.gov

FCC LICENSING

INFORMATION

ix

Before filling out your application, you must decide

which frequency(ies) you can operate on: “Appendix

A: Repeater Specifications” on page 61. For questions

on determining the radio frequency, call Motorola

Product Services at: 1-800-448-6686.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

Motorola may void the user’s authority granted by the

FCC to operate this radio and should not be made. To

comply with FCC requirements, transmitter

adjustments should be made only by or under the

supervision of a person certified as technically

qualified to perform transmitter maintenance and

repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as

certified by an organization representative of the user

of those services.

Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal,

semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC

equipment authorization for this radio could violate

FCC rules.

Use of this radio outside the country where it was

intended to be distributed is subject to government

regulations and may be prohibited.

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FCC LICENSING

INFORMATION

Notes

INTRODUCTION

1

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your Motorola® RPX Repeater

Series™ purchase!

This repeater is a product of Motorola's 80 plus years

of experience as a world leader in the designing and

manufacturing of communications equipment. The

RPX Repeater Series™ provide cost-effective

communications for businesses such as retail stores,

restaurants, schools, construction sites,

manufacturing, property and hotel management and

more. Motorola Business Radios and Repeater

devices are the perfect communications solution for

all of today's fast-paced industries.

Note: Read this user guide carefully to ensure

you know how to properly operate the

repeater before use.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Your product package contains the following products

and manuals:

• Repeater (includes the Alkaline Battery Frame)

• Antenna

• Power Supply

• Wall holster mount

• User Guide, CD and Quick Reference Leaflet

• Warranty Card

• Product Safety & RF Exposure Booklet

For product information, visit us at:

www.motorola.com/radios/business

or visit our micro-site at: www.motorola.com/RPX

For User Guide or product-related questions, contact:

1-800-448- 6686 in the USA

1-800-461-4575 in Canada

1-866-522-5210 on your TTY (Text Telephone)

You can also send mail to us at:

Business Radios,

RPSD 1C15, Motorola

8000 West Sunrise Boulevard

Plantation, Florida 33322

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INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual contains installation information required

for the RPX Repeater Series™ repeaters.

SERVICE SUPPORT

For information related to the service support

(including software, replacement parts and

accessories for the RPX Repeater Series™), contact

your Motorola Authorized Distributors and Resellers

via MOL (Motorola On-Line Tool).

For all other inquiries about service information,

please call your Motorola Point of Contact or call:

1-800-448-6686 in the USA

1-800-461-4575 in Canada

1-866-522-5210 on your TTY (Text Telephone)

PRODUCT SAFETY

For information related to RF Exposure compliance

and Batteries and Chargers Safety, please refer to

“Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Safety Standards”

on page v.

MANUAL REVISIONS

Changes may occur after this manual is printed. To

obtain an updated or latest version of this manual,

please go to: http://www.motorola.com/RPX

ACRONYMS

The explanations in this manual will be using the

following acronyms:

AC: Alternate Current

DC: Direct Current

RX: Receiving Frequency

TX: Transmitting Frequency

CX: Connected

DX: Disconnected

RF: Radio Frequency

P/N: Part Number

Table 1: RPX Repeater Series™ Models

Label

Model Frequency

Band Output

Power Number of

Channels

Battery

Default

Type

RPU2160 UHF 2 W 16 Alkaline

RPU4160 UHF 4 W 16 Alkaline

3

REPEATER OVERVIEW

PARTS OF THE REPEATER

Dipole UHF Antenna

Channel

Knob

ON/OFF

Knob

Power LED

Indicator

Antenna

Connector

Status LED

Indicator

Programming

Connector

DC/AC

Connector

Battery Frame (*)

Model Label

Wall Mount

AC/DC Power Supply

(*) RPU4160 repeater model comes with standard Alkaline Battery Frame

Figure 1. Repeater Parts

English 4

REPEATER OVERVIEW

Repeater Parts

The repeaters are compatible with 2 - way

repeater capable business radios. Please refer

to "Programming Your Radios” on page 43 for

more information on how to program the RDX

radios to work with the repeater. For RDX radio

model information details, please contact your

Motorola Point of Sale.

1. On/Off Knob

Use to turn the repeater ON or OFF.

2. Channel Selector Knob

Use to switch the repeater for up to 16

different channels. Please refer to "Getting

Started” on page 33 for more information.

3. Model Label

Indicates the model of the repeater.

4. Antenna

Removable UHF 450 – 470 dipole antenna.

Please refer to "Repeater Installation” on

page 18 for more information.

5. Status LED Indicator

Use to indicate, among others, repeater’s

power up and transmission status. Please

refer to the "Getting Started” on page 33 for

more information.

6. Power LED Indicator

One side LED indicator gives repeater AC/

DC connection status whenever the repeater

is working on alkaline Battery Frame

(standard repeater model). Two LED side

indicators give AC/DC connection and

charging status whenever the repeater is

working on Li-Ion Battery Frame. Please

refer to "Alkaline Batteries Frame Solution”

on page 30 for more information.

7. AC/DC Connector

Use to connect the AC/DC power supply.

8. Programming Connector

Use to connect the repeater to a PC in order

to program. (CPS Programming Cable

(P/N RKN4155) required). Please refer to the

"Programming The Repeater” on page 38 for

more information.

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REPEATER OVERVIEW

9. Alkaline Battery Frame

The repeaters’ standard package includes

the Alkaline Battery frame. Refer to "Alkaline

Battery Frame” on page 30 for more

information.

10. Repeater Power Supply

The repeaters are equipped with AC/DC

power supply to connect the repeaters to AC

or DC power sources.

Repeater Accessories

The repeaters include different types of

accessories that are sold separately. Please

refer to the "Accessories” on page 59 for more

information.

1. Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Frame

Li-Ion Battery Frame (P/N HKHN4004A)

allows the use of high capacity Li-Ion

batteries in giving up to 16 hours of battery

back up operation.

2. Antenna, Magnetic Mount and RF Cable

Kit

The repeaters’ accessories offers an

Antenna/Magnetic Mount/RF Cable Kit (P/N

HKKN4022). This external antenna

accessory is strongly recommended in order

to allow the repeater antenna to have a

better coverage. Please refer to "Repeater

Installation” on page 18 for more information.

3. Vehicle Car Power Supply Adaptor

For your convenience, the repeaters’

portfolio includes a Vehicle Adaptor (also

known as “Cigarette Lighter Adaptor” P/N

HKPN4003). Please refer to "Outdoor

Installations Considerations” on page 28 for

more information.

4. Repeater Software (CPS)

The repeaters offer the convenient capability

of customizing your repeater features by

using the CPS (Computer Programming

Software). Please refer to the "Programming

The Repeater” on page 38 for more

information. For Software download

information, contact your Motorola Distributor

or Reseller.

English 6

REPEATER OVERVIEW

Repeater General Applications

The repeaters are ideal as a range extender, that

can help reach other users in areas that are

normally not covered by a 2-way radio’s range.

They are also very useful to help resolve the

common problem of the “dead spots” that are

created when there are terrain obstructions (like

hills or trees), concrete building structures or

architectural designs that interfere with the radio

signal(1).

The repeaters are designed to satisfy both 810 Mil

spec as well IP55 (*) level water and dust ingress

protection. This rugged device can stand harsh

environments(2) making it ideal for outdoors

operations. Its light weight and various back-up

power options (like alkaline/Li-Ion Batteries

Frames and Vehicle Adaptor) make this repeater a

perfect portable solution for temporary outdoor

applications.

The repeaters operate in the UHF 450 – 470 MHz

band providing 16 channels(3) with different pre-

programmed settings. This particular feature

allows easy and quick in field repeater deployment

whenever there is need to setup more than one

repeater for different users’ groups.

Fully and easily programmable, the repeaters give

the flexibility to customize frequencies, codes and

other features according to specific needs(4).

A key advantage for the repeaters is that the

radios have been designed to be compatible with

the UHF RDX 2-way, repeater capable radios.

Enjoy the convenience of picking up RDX

accessories (high capacity batteries, chargers and

programming cables) and re-use them with your

repeaters. This clever inter operability feature will

allow you also to get the most out of your complete

radios and repeater system solution by offering

cloning and programming among radios and

repeaters.

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REPEATER OVERVIEW

.Note: (1) The repeaters work best when located in

an ideal place that can have good reception

for re-transmitting the signal without any

problems. Refer to "Pre-Installation

Considerations” on page 10 for more

information.

(2) The repeaters are not submersible

devices (Refer to "Appendix A: Repeater

Specifications” on page 61 for more

information) and it is NOT an FM (Factory

Mutual) certified device.

(3) Out of the 16 pre-programmed channels

that are available out of the box, you can

select only ONE channel each time you TX/

RX with the repeater. The repeaters are NOT

multi-channel repeaters.

(4) The repeaters’ CPS software is required.

Refer to "Programming The Repeater” on

page 38 for more information.

Figure 2a. Repeater Application Example –

Indoors

Figure 2b. Repeater Application Example –

Outdoors

English 8

REPEATER OVERVIEW

How the Repeater Works

The repeater allows 2-way radios, base stations

or call boxes to communicate through the

repeater in order to extend the coverage range

and/or overcome dead communication spots.

In the Figure 3a, the repeater will get the signal “X”

that Paul transmits from his radio and will convert

it into a “Y” frequency that will re-transmit to Tom.

In Figure 3b, when Tom answers back to Paul, his

radio will also use the “X” frequency to transmit.

The repeater will do the same frequency

conversion (“X” to “Y”) and will re-transmit it to

Paul using frequency “Y”.

Not only Paul and Tom will be able to

communicate using “X” and “Y” frequencies, but

so will all other 2-way, repeater capable radios that

may be in the area* working on those same

frequencies settings.

Note: The repeater needs to re-transmit in a

different frequency from what it received in

order to avoid interferences.

The following are estimations of the repeaters’ talk

coverage range with the repeater located indoors.

Refer to Table 3 "Repeater Alkaline Frame Power

LED (Side) " on page 31 and "Figure 4. Estimated

Outdoors Coverage Range” on page 9 for more

information.

TX in an “X” frequency

RX in the “Y” frequency

Repeater RX the “X” frequency from Paul

and re-TX it to Tom using “Y” frequency

Paul Tom

Figure 3a. How the Repeater Works (TX)

RX in an “Y” frequency

TX in the “X” frequency

Repeater RX the “X” frequency from Tom

and re-TX it to Paul using “Y” frequency

Paul Tom

Figure 3b. How the Repeater Works (RX)

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REPEATER OVERVIEW

As seen in Figure 4, the maximum antenna

height for low power fixed stations is limited to

23 meters (75 feet) above ground. For stations

operating at fixed locations for temporary

periods, the antenna height is limited to 7

meters (20 feet) above ground.

Note: Proper programming of the repeater (Refer

to "Programming The Repeater” on page 38

section for more information) and optimal

repeater antenna location are the most

important factors that will determine the

coverage and quality of your repeater

communications. It is highly recommended

to refer to "Pre-Installation Considerations”

on page 10 before proceeding to install the

repeater. Make sure your 2-way radios are

repeater capable (able to manage separate

TX and RX frequencies for the same

channel). Refer to "Programming The

Repeater” on page 38 for more information.

Table 2: Estimated Talk Range

Model Industrial Outdoors

Inside steel/concrete

industrial buildings Line of sight/No

obstructions

UHF 2 W Up to 420,000 square

feet 14 miles

UHF 4 W Up to 600,000 square

feet 9 miles

Note: These are estimated maximum ranges that

assume ideal location, environmental and

terrain conditions for the repeater operation.

6 Miles Max.

15 Miles Max. for a 4W repeater.

75 Ft

Repeater Antenna

Figure 4. Estimated Outdoors Coverage Range

10

PRE-INSTALLATION

CONSIDERATIONS

Installation Guide

PRE-INSTALLATION

CONSIDERATIONS

Proper repeater installation ensures the best

possible performance and reliability of the

repeaters. Pre-installation planning is required to

make sure you take into account.

• RF coverage field test to decide mounting

location of the repeater in relation to input

power and antennas

• Site Environmental Conditions

• Electrical Requirements

• Proper programming of the repeater’s

parameters (in order to assure interoperability

with other radio devices).'Programming The

Repeater' on page 38 for more information.

Note: You must read the entire pre-installation

chapter in order to assure proper repeater

operation.

RF Coverage Field Test

The following instructions* are quick and easy tips

to test the RF coverage area and decide the best

position for the Repeater Antenna (either with the

antenna directly installed into the repeater device

or using the antenna/magnetic mount/ RF cable

accessory kit (P/N HKKN4022).

This field coverage test will need to be performed

by at least two people, each one with a fully

charged 2-way radio. Before the test, make sure

the radios are programmed exactly on the same

parameters (frequencies, codes, bandwidth, etc.)

and are operating in talk around mode.

Note: (*) These instructions are not intended to

replace a professional RF field test.

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Choosing a Tentative Location

Prior to the RF coverage field test, you must first

decide which would be the tentative locations for

the repeater. You should have different options

that will be evaluated according to the following

aspects:

• Location should be as centered as possible to

the area that is being intended for coverage

so the signal strength is at the same level as

possible for all points.

• If the repeater is to be located inside a

building, for example, try to look for a height

vertically centered location as well.

• Location should meet minimum environmental

requirements. (Please refer to 'Environmental

Conditions at Intended Installation Site(*)' on

page 14 for more information).

• If you are planning to use the repeater to

cover a large area with different buildings, it is

strongly recommended that you use the

antenna/magnetic mount and RF Cable

Accessory Kit to install the repeater antenna

in a high point that allows as much as possible

line of sight (**) to most of the area to be

covered. Bear in mind that most of the times,

increasing the repeater’s antenna height will

improve the coverage, but is not necessarily

always the case.

• If you are planning to have an indoors

installation for the repeater, double check that

the environmental and electrical installation

requirements described in the following

sections are feasible.

Note: (**) Means sight from the repeater free of

obstructions at the naked eye.

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Conducting the RF Coverage Field Test

The objective of the field test is to “simulate” the

transmission quality and coverage that the

repeater may have based upon a chosen location.

This type of testing and planning becomes very

useful as it can save you extra work and money as

a poor location and/or adverse environmental

conditions can affect the repeater’s performance.

To do so, one person should remain in the

tentative repeater location and the second person

should start walking around the area intended to

be covered, while transmitting with the radio.

If the quality communication between the two way

radios is good, this will mean that the repeater

transmissions should be OK.

The test can be conducted by more than two

people, as long as the first one remains fixed on

the repeater location under evaluation.

Note: If you’re planning to have an external

antenna installation, you should try to mimic,

as much as possible, the antenna

positioning to replicate the antenna’s height.

Figure 5: Conducting the RF Coverage

Field Test

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During this RF test coverage, one of the key field

conditions to test are those spots that will be the

most likely to be used for most of the people

(indoors and/or outdoors) and those that may

appear particularly challenging due to concrete/

steel walls, building architecture, obstructions (like

trees or vertical fire panels in ceilings or walls) and

terrain shape. Make sure you walk around all

those places in order to test reception and

transmission signal strength.

Conduct the test transmitting preferably on those

settings that you will plan to have your radios and

repeater programmed(*). If possible, repeat the

test using different frequencies and codes.

Note: (*) Remember TX range for the repeater is

450 – 455 MHz and RX range is 465 – 470

MHz.

If the reception coverage is below expectations, try

changing the height of the antenna or the repeater

location (do one change at a time so you can track

what is really affecting the coverage) and repeat

the field test coverage.

MULTIPLE REPEATERS IN A SINGLE

LOCATION (MULTIPLE USER

GROUPS)

As the repeaters have 16 different programmable

channels to choose from for setting up the TX/RX

frequency pairs, it is possible to configure multiple

repeaters in the same location or around the same

area.

30 ft min.

Figure 6. Multiple Repeaters installations (One

User Group)

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Installation Guide

Whenever you need to expand the 2-way radios’

coverage in the same area but for different user’s

groups, you can use multiple repeaters located at

the same site. For ensuring that the different

groups will not be interfering with each other and

that each one will have their private

communications, each repeater and the radios set

must have different channel settings (please refer

to 'Antenna Installation Instructions' on page 20

and 'Programming The Repeater' on page 38 for

more information). Additionally, for this case,

make sure the channel TX/RX frequency

separations between the different repeaters is at

least 1 MHz.

Note: For other requirements (environmental,

electrical and mechanical), make sure you

read sections ahead, especially information

related to equipment ventilation.

Environmental Conditions at Intended

Installation Site(*)

A key factor for repeater performance is to

accurately evaluate the site environment where

the repeater will be installed. Plan the installation,

paying particular attention to environmental

conditions at the site like temperature, humidity,

dust and ventilation.

The repeater may be installed in any indoors

location suitable for electronic communications

equipment or outdoors temporary/semi-permanent

installations, provided that the environmental

conditions do not exceed the equipment

specifications for temperature, humidity, and air

quality according to Mil 810 and IP55 ruggedness

specifications (For specification details, please

refer to 'Appendix A: Repeater Specifications' on

page 61).

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Temperature Ranges

This is the temperature measured in close

proximity to the repeater. For example, if the

repeater is mounted in a cabinet, the temperature

that is measured is within the cabinet.

This temperature threshold applies both for

outdoors and indoors repeater operation.

Operating Temperature Range

-30°C (-22°F) to +60°C (+140°F)

Storage Temperature Range

-40°C (-40°F) to +85°C (+185°F)

Humidity & Water(*)

Do not to exceed 95% relative humidity (RH) @

(-30°C (-22°F) to +60°C (+140°F)).

Note: The Repeaters are IP55 water resistant

devices, able to withstand water exposure

for certain periods of time. Bear in mind that

the repeaters are NOT submersible.

Ventilation

Also important is to make sure that there is

adequate ventilation i.e. cabinets with ventilation

slots (for air circulation), especially if multiple

equipments are installed in the same room. In

which case, a minimum distance of open space

between the devices is recommended.

Note: (*) Please refer to 'Appendix A: Repeater

Specifications' on page 61 for specification

details.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

AC/DC Power Requirements

The repeater comes equipped with a AC/DC

power supply, that operates from 110 Vac to 240

Vac at 50 Hz to 60 Hz.

The outlet must be connected to an AC source

capable of supplying a maximum of 280 W. For a

nominal 110/120 Vac input, the AC source must be

able to supply 5 A and should be protected by

circuit breaker rated at 15 A. For a nominal 220/

240 Vac input, the AC source must be able to

supply 3 A and should be protected by a circuit

breaker rated at 10 A.

The DC power requirement is 12 V (+/- 10%).

Note: The AC socket must be installed near the

equipment and must be easily accessible.

Consideration should be given to the

connection of the equipment to the supply

circuit and the effect that overloading of the

circuits might have on over current

protection and supply wiring. Appropriate

consideration of equipment ratings should

be used when addressing this concern.

Site Grounding and Lightning

Protection

One of the most important considerations when

designing a communications site is the ground

and lightning protection system. Make sure

installations meet all local and state building codes

in you area.

Electrical Ground

Ground wires carrying electrical current from

circuitry or equipment at the site is included in the

category of electrical ground. Examples include

the AC or DC electrical power used to source

equipment located at the site, and wires or cables

connected to alarms or sensors located at the site.

Proper site grounding and lightning

protection are vitally important

consideration, Failure to provide

proper lighting protection may result

in permanent damage to the

repeater equipment. Please refer to

'Appendix B: Repeater Lightning

Protection' on page 69 for basic

instruction.

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RF Ground

This type of ground is related to the transmission

of the radio frequency energy to earth ground. An

example of RF grounding is the use of shielding to

prevent or at least minimize the leakage of

unwanted RF transmissions from communications

equipment and cables.

Lightning Ground

Providing adequate lightning protection is critical

to a safe reliable communications site. RF

transmission cables, and AC and DC power lines

must all be protected to prevent lightning energy

from entering the site building.

Although a comprehensive coverage of the site

grounding technique and lightning protection is not

within the scope of this instruction manual, there

are several excellent industry sources for rules

and guidelines on ground and lightning protection

at communications site.

Note: Motorola recommends the following

reference source: “Motorola Quality

Standards Fixed Network Equipment

Installation Manual R56” P/N 6881089E50.

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REPEATER

INSTALLATION

Installation Guide

REPEATER INSTALLATION

For the explanations in this chapter, please refer to

the “Parts of the Repeater” on page 3 under

“Repeater Overview” for more information.

Repeater Positioning and Orientation

Once you have decided the repeater’s location,

make sure you place it either on a flat and stable

surface (outdoors or indoors), lying horizontal as

shown in “Figure 7a. Repeater Orientation on a

Flat Surface” on page 18 and “Figure 7b.

Repeater Orientation Outdoors” on page 18 or

mount it on a flat wall/ceiling surface. The actual orientation of the repeater device itself

shouldn’t have any impact on the repeater’s

performance (given a non-obstructed antenna).

However, when using the dipole antenna (P/N

HKAE4000), make sure the antenna and power

supply are in a straight line (2 to 3 feet minimum)

as shown in “Figure 8a. Repeater Cable Layout

Using Dipole Antenna P/N HKAE4000” on

page 19. When using an external antenna

(Antenna/Magnetic Mount Kit – P/N HKKN4022),

make sure there is a minimum of 2 to 3 feet

distance for both the power cable and RF cable to

Figure 7a. Repeater Orientation on a Flat Surface

Figure 7b. Repeater Orientation Outdoors

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run straight from the repeater in order to assure

that performance is not deteriorated as shown in

“Figure 8b. Repeater Cable Layout Using External

Antenna P/N HKKN4022” on page 19.

Note: Double check that the Antenna’s cable

doesn’t tangle either around the repeater

device or the power supply. The power

supply cord also shouldn’t tangle around the

repeater device or antenna.

When positioning the repeater, make sure the

repeater antenna is placed away from

obstructions, metal structures or any objects or

enclosures (like elevators) that can cause any

type of shielding.

Power Supply

Cable

2 ft

Figure 8a. Repeater Cable Layout Using Dipole

Antenna P/N HKAE4000

Power Supply

Cable

2 ft

External Antenna

Cable

2 ft

Figure 8b. Repeater Cable Layout Using

External Antenna P/N HKKN4022

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Antenna Installation Instructions

Repeater antenna installation is critical to the

system performance. The approved Motorola

antenna for the RPU4160 is the UHF Dipole

Antenna P/N HKAE4000, (50 Ohm).

Attaching the Dipole Antenna to

the Repeater

(Installing the dipole antenna directly onto the

repeater is recommended whenever coverage

range or obstructions are not an issue or/and the

repeater is likely to be moved around to other

sites).

1. Align the threaded end of the antenna with

the repeater’s antenna connector and turn

the antenna bushing clockwise to fasten it.

“Figure 9. Attaching Dipole Antenna to the

Repeater (clockwise)” on page 20.

Figure 9. Attaching Dipole Antenna to the

Repeater (clockwise)

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2. Make sure the dipole antenna is mounted

vertically (90 degrees) in reference to earth

ground (either up or down). Please refer to

“Figure 10a. Examples of Correct Dipole

Antenna Orientation” on page 21 and “Figure

10b. Examples of Incorrect Dipole Antenna

Orientation” on page 21 for examples of

incorrect antenna positioning.

Removing the Dipole Antenna

from the Repeater

Turn the antenna bushing counterclockwise until

you can remove it.

Ground

90º

Figure 10a. Examples of Correct Dipole

Antenna Orientation

Ground

90º

Figure 10b. Examples of Incorrect Dipole

Antenna Orientation

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Installing External Antenna Using the

Antenna/Magnetic Mount /RF Cable Kit

Accessory

If as an outcome of the RF Coverage Test Field,

(please refer to “Pre-Installation Considerations”

on page 10) you decide that you will place the

repeater antenna somewhere else (outdoors or

indoors) away from the repeater device, you

should then use the Antenna/Magnetic Mount and

RF Cable accessory P/N HKKN4022.

Note: Always use Motorola approved accessories

in order to assure performance and safety.

Please refer to “Accessories” on page 59 for

details.

Magnetic Mount Kit Installation

• Ideally the external antenna magnetic mount

should be mounted on a metal surface or

other area with similar material that allows the

mount magnet to stick securely.

• When installing the exterior antenna into the

magnetic mount, make sure the antenna is

always in a vertical orientation (either straight

up or straight down, 90° to ground). Avoid side

or skewed antenna orientations as these

positions can affect repeater performance

(See examples in “Figure 11a. Examples of

Correct Exterior Magnetic Mount Antenna

Orientation” on page 23 and “Figure 11b.

Examples of Incorrect Exterior Magnetic

Mount Antenna Orientation” on page 23).

• Make sure the exterior antenna magnetic

mount is installed and positioned away from

obstructions like metal structures, concrete

walls or any other objects that may cause

signal shielding.

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Ground

90º

Figure 11a. Examples of Correct Exterior

Magnetic Mount Antenna Orientation

Ground

90º

Figure 11b. Examples of Incorrect Exterior

Magnetic Mount Antenna Orientation

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RF Cable Installation

Note: The RF cable is 12 feet long. Keep this in

mind when locating the repeater.

In order to attach the RF Cable to the Repeater

(please refer to “Figure 12. Connecting RF Cable

to Repeater” on page 24), simply:

1. Align the end of the RF Cable antenna

bushing with the repeater’s RF antenna

connector.

2. Turn the RF Cable bushing clockwise to

fasten it.

When installing the RF cable make sure that:

• The RF Cable is taut.

• The RF Cable doesn’t go around the magnetic

mount antenna, antenna, the repeater device

or the power supply cable as all these can

cause electromagnetic interference (please

refer to “Figure 11a. Examples of Correct

Exterior Magnetic Mount Antenna Orientation”

on page 23 and “Figure 11b. Examples of

Incorrect Exterior Magnetic Mount Antenna

Orientation” on page 23 for examples of

wrong positioning).

• If the cable is routed through a ceiling or wall

that connects outdoors, make sure there is an

appropriate sealing around the cable to

prevent water or other material from coming

permanently into the repeater.

Figure 12. Connecting RF Cable to Repeater

Do not attempt to modify the RF cable

from its original design in any way.

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Installation Guide

Installing Exterior Antenna

In order to install the exterior antenna into the

magnetic mount, simply:

1. Align the threaded end of the antenna with

the magnetic mount’s mini UHF connector as

shown on “Figure 13. Attaching Exterior

Antenna into Magnetic Mount” on page 25.

2. Turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it.

Uninstalling Exterior Antenna

1. Turn counterclockwise in order to remove

antenna from magnetic mount.

Wall Mount Installation Instructions

The wall mount is recommended for permanent or

semi-permanent indoors repeater installation.

Figure 13. Attaching Exterior Antenna into

Magnetic Mount

It is important that all antenna cables

are grounded at the point they enter

the building.

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Figure 14a. Wall Mount Holster

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Installation Guide

To install the wall mount:

1. The wall mount holster is designed to be

capable of mounting to a wall or any other

similar flat surface via screws, straps or

single bolt. (If you choose to use screws,

make sure you secure them tightly on each

one of the wall mount corners).

2. Once the wall mount is firmly secured to a

surface, slide the repeater device from top to

bottom of the holster (“Figure 14b. Installing

the Wall Mount Holster” on page 26) until the

repeater clicks in place into the wall mount

rails.

3. Proceed to connect antenna and power

supply cables.

Remember not to install the repeater on

or near conductive or shielding

surfaces.

Important

Figure 14b. Installing the Wall Mount Holster

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AC/DC Power Supply Connection

Each repeater ships standard with an AC/DC

Power supply cord (P/N PMPN4002A)(9 feet

long) that connects the repeater to a (110/120)/

(220/240) Vac source.

Nominal Input: (110/120)/(220/240) Vac at

60/50 Hz.

Average output voltage: 12 Vdc with 2.5 Amp (at

maximum load).

To connect AC/DC power supply:

1. Plug the AC/DC power supply into an AC

power source of 110/220 V or a 12 V DC

power and route it to the Repeater Jack

labeled “AC/DC IN”.

Note: The cable from the power supply should be

routed in a straight line and should not

tangle, go around or wrap around the

repeater device, the antenna or the RF

Cable. See “Figure 8a. Repeater Cable

Layout Using Dipole Antenna P/N

HKAE4000” on page 19 (Notice in this

picture that the cable must be laid down

straight for at least 2 feet).

When operating the power supply,

make sure that the maximum input

current never exceeds 0.8 Amp at 100

Vac and ambient temperature is

between -30°C to 60°C.

Provide over voltage/current protection

in order to avoid unsafe operating

conditions.

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Outdoor Installations Considerations

• The RPX repeaters are suitable for temporary

outdoors operations under environmental

conditions that meet the Mil Specifications 810

and IP55 (designed to meet level of water

ingress and dust protection). For details,

please refer to “Appendix A: Repeater

Specifications” on page 61.

Outdoors Repeater Temporary

Installation – Example

•The repeater outdoors installation example in

“Figure 15a. Outdoors Temporary Repeater

Installation Example” on page 28 shows the

magnetic mount and RF cable installed on top

of the car’s roof in order to secure the antenna

against wind and allow repeater to be placed

inside the car. This is a convenient

configuration as the repeater can be protected

against harsh weather as well as re-charged

directly from the car battery * using vehicle

adaptor P/N HKPN4003, without interrupting

or reducing the repeater power output.

Note: The ideal repeater outdoors usage features

the repeater working on back-up batteries.

(The power supply is not designed for

outdoor use).

Figure 15a. Outdoors Temporary

Repeater Installation Example

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Vehicle Adaptor

The repeaters offer the convenience of a

Vehicle Adaptor accessory (P/N HKPN4003,

sold separately) for the repeaters.

Figure 15b. Vehicle Adaptor

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ALKALINE BATTERY

FRAME

Installation Guide

ALKALINE BATTERY FRAME

ABOUT ALKALINE BATTERIES

Please visit your Alkaline batteries’

manufacturer website for information and

guidelines regarding handling and disposal of

Alkaline batteries.

Alkaline Batteries Frame Solution

The repeaters’ standard package comes equipped

with an Alkaline Battery Frame Solution, (“Figure 16a.

Alkaline Battery Frame” on page 30 – alkaline

batteries are not included).

When the repeater is using the Alkaline batteries as

the backup power in the event of an AC/DC power

absence or failure and there is an AC/DC power

failure or absence, the repeater automatically

switches to back-up mode from the alkaline batteries.

Alkaline Battery Life Estimation

When the repeater is working on back-up alkaline

batteries, the estimated battery life time (assumed

fully charged) is 16 hours for both 2 W and 4 W

models.

Whenever the 4 W repeater is switched to work

on battery back-up, the system will only

transmit at 2 W.

Do not store alkaline batteries in a non-

operating equipment for longer than 30

days.

Important

The 4 W repeater will automatically

switch to 2 W output power whenever it

detects that there is no AC/DC input. It

will then operate on back-up battery.

Important

Figure 16a. Alkaline Battery Frame

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FRAME

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Alkaline Battery Power LED (Side LED)

Note: Alkaline Battery Frame is also available as a

stand-alone accessory (P/N HKHN4003).

Installing/Removing the Alkaline

Battery Frame

1. Turn OFF the repeater if it is turned ON.

2. Disconnect AC/DC Power.

3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four

corner screws located at each corner on the

back of the repeater, disconnect power

harness and lift away the repeater back

battery frame. “Figure 16b: Installing the

Alkaline Battery Frame into/from the

Repeater” on page 31.

Do not attempt to recharge alkaline

batteries. They are non-rechargable.

Table 3: Repeater Alkaline Frame Power LED (Side)

Status LED Status AC/DC

Status Comments

No

Batteries

Detected CX

When the

battery frame is

empty or the

batteries are

dead

Batteries

Detected CX Batteries are

good and in

place

OFF DX

When AC/DC is

disconnected,

the LEDs will

be OFF

CX: Connected to AC/DC DX: Disconnected from AC/DC

Important

R

e

d

(Slow)

Blinking

Steady

Red

OFF

Figure 16b: Installing the Alkaline Battery

Frame into/from the Repeater

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Installation Guide

4. Arrange alkaline batteries to match each of

the alkaline frame batteries’ polarity (+ or -)

markings and slide them into each one of the

alkaline battery frame compartments. Repeat

until 12 batteries have been properly placed.

Plug in the power harness. “Figure 16c:

Installing the Alkaline Batteries” on page 32.

5. Make sure the repeater’s internal cable is

connected between the repeater and the

battery frame.

6. Assemble the alkaline battery frame (loaded

with the alkaline batteries) into the back of

the repeater by tightening securely the four

screws on each of the four corners on the

back of the repeater. Please refer to “Figure

16b: Installing the Alkaline Battery Frame

into/from the Repeater” on page 31.

LI-ION BATTERY FRAME (OPTIONAL

ACCESSORY)

The repeaters are capable of operating with Li-Ion

batteries. The Li-Ion Battery Frame, P/N

HKHN4004 is sold separately as an accessory.

1

2

Figure 16c: Installing the Alkaline Batteries

When securing back the alkaline frame

lid into the repeater, it is very important

to make sure the screws are tightened

firmly to preserve the sealing of your

repeater. Failing to do so can negatively

impact the repeater’s IP55 water and

dust resistant feature.

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GETTING STARTED

TURNING REPEATER ON/OFF

1. Turn the ON/OFF knob clockwise to turn on

the repeater. The repeater front LED will

blink a red light for 3 seconds.

REPEATER STATUS LED (FRONT LED)

Table 4 "Repeater Status LED Indicator (Front

LED) " on page 33 shows the repeater LED status

summary:

Radio LED Indicators

Never transmit without having a

transmit antenna connected to the TX

antenna jack of the repeater.

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Table 4: Repeater Status LED Indicator

(Front LED)

MODE LED STATUS

Transmit Solid Red

Receive (RX) Solid Green

Idle Red (Slow)

Blinking

Power Up Solid Red 2 – 3

seconds

Transmit Low

Power Solid Orange

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Low Battery

Shutdown Orange (Fast)

Blinking

Low Battery Orange Blinking

Fatal Error at

Power Up

1 Green Blink, 1

Orange Blink, 1

Green Blink,

then repeat

Unprogrammed

Channel Double Red

(Slow) Blinking

Non-Repeater

Channel Mode

1 Red Blink, 1

Green Blink,

then repeat

Table 4: Repeater Status LED Indicator

(Front LED) (Continued)

MODE LED STATUS

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SELECTING A CHANNEL

The repeaters offer 16 different channels from

which you can choose ONE channel at a time for

the repeater to operate. To select a channel, rotate

the Channel Selector Knob until you reach the

desired channel. Each channel has its own pre-

programmed Frequency, Interference Eliminator

Code and Bandwidth Settings. Please refer to the

following table for factory default values details:

Table 5: Repeater Channels Default Settings

Channel

#

Transmit Band

450 – 455 Mhz Common Parameters Receive Band

465 – 470 Mhz–

Frequency

(TX) Index # Frequency

(TX) Mhz Code

(Index #)

Code

Value

(Hz) Bandwidth Frequency

(RX) Index

#

Frequency

(RX) Mhz

1 65 451.1875 167 12.5 KHz 34 466.0375

2 66 451.2375 477 12.5 KHz 35 466.0625

3 67 451.2875 888.5 12.5 KHz 36 466.0875

4 68 451.3375 29 179.9 12.5 KHz 37 466.1125

5 69 451.4375 0none 12.5 KHz 38 466.1375

6 70 451.5375 167 12.5 KHz 39 466.1625

7 71 451.6375 682.5 12.5 KHz 40 466.1875

8 72 452.3125 10 94.8 12.5 KHz 41 466.2125

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In order to modify these default values, you should use the CPS Software. Please refer to "Programming

The Repeater" on page 38 for more details.

9 74 452.4125 29 179.9 12.5 KHz 42 466.2375

10 75 452.5125 0 0 12.5 KHz 50 467.8625

11 76 452.7625 374.4 12.5 KHz 51 467.8875

12 77 452.8625 579.7 12.5 KHz 52 467.9125

13 65 451.1875 785.4 12.5 KHz 53 469.4875

14 66 451.2375 991.5 12.5 KHz 54 469.5125

15 72 451.3125 11 97.4 12.5 KHz 55 469.5375

16 74 452.4125 13 103.5 12.5 KHz 56 469.5625

Table 5: Repeater Channels Default Settings (Continued)

Channel

#

Transmit Band

450 – 455 Mhz Common Parameters Receive Band

465 – 470 Mhz–

Frequency

(TX) Index # Frequency

(TX) Mhz Code

(Index #)

Code

Value

(Hz) Bandwidth Frequency

(RX) Index

#

Frequency

(RX) Mhz

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REPEATER PROGRAMMING DEFAULT

VALUES

"Programmable Features Default Values" on

page 37 shows the default factory values that the

repeater has pre-programmed. These values can

only be customized by using the CPS software.

Table 6: Programmable Features Default Values

Repeater Features Default Values

Feature Values Default

TX Timeout 1, 2 or 3 minutes 1 minute

TX Hangtime

(or Carrier

Delay) Off to 50 seconds 5 seconds

Courtesy Beep ON or OFF OFF

Repeater ID 15 minutes, 30

minutes, after TX

hangtime, or OFF 15 minutes

On Battery

Back-Up

OFF, 15 minutes, 30

minutes, 45

minutes, 60 minutes 30 minutes

Low Battery TX 0 to 255 minutes 10 minutes

Number of

Channels 1 to 16 16

Reverse Burst 180 to 240 180

TX Power Low (2 W) or High

(4 W) High – 4 W

TX BW 12.5 or 25.0 KHz 12.5 KHz

RX BW 12.5 or 25.0 Khz 12.5 KHz

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PROGRAMMING THE

REPEATER

PROGRAMMING FEATURES

OVERVIEW

The repeaters are fully programmable devices that

provide features customization by using the CPS*

(Computer Programming Software).

The CPS allows to program frequencies and

Codes (either from a pre-loaded frequency default

list table or allowing to enter directly any

customized value) as well as other features such

as Bandwidth, Hang Time-out, Repeater ID Timer,

Courtesy Beep timer, Transmit Time Out Timer,

Reverse Burst, among others.

One of the key advantages of the CPS is the

flexibility to quickly and easily program and clone

several repeaters using a customized profile. The

CPS also provides security by giving the option to

set up a codeplug password for profile repeater's

management (CPS Manager Lock).

Please refer to the CPS software HELP File

(under “Content and Index”) where you will find

the details and explanations for each one of the

repeater’s programmable features.

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Note: Contact your Motorola distributor or reseller in order to get information on how to get a copy of the CPS software.

Figure 17. Example of the CPS Repeater Interface

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Programming the Repeater Using the

CPS

Before you begin programming the repeater make

sure you have available:

• A PC ( Windows® XP, Windows 2000 compatible,

Vista)

• CPS Programming Cable (sold separately as an

accessory P/N RKN4155),

• CPS* Software installed

• Repeater batteries are charged or repeater is

connected to a AC/DC power line.

Please notice that this CPS

Programming cable’s mini-

connector should not be used for

connecting devices other than the

RDX Series chargers (RLN6304/

RLN6375) and the repeaters.

RPX

CPS Software

To computer

USB Port

To repeater

programming

connector

CPS Programming

Cable

Figure 18. Programming the Repeater

Using the CPS

Important

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How to Read and Modify Your

Repeater’s Features

1. Ensure you have installed the latest CPS in

your computer.

2. Turn the repeater OFF.

3. Plug the CPS Programming Cable P/N

RKN4155 into the Repeater’s programming

connector. “Figure 18. Programming the

Repeater Using the CPS” on page 40.

4. Connect the other end of the CPS cable into

your computer ‘s USB port.

5. Open your CPS software and turn your

repeater ON.

6. Click “read” icon in the upper bar menu.

Note: The “read” icon is grayed-out until the

computer detects the CPS Programming

Cable.

7. When the CPS reads the repeater

successfully, you will see a window pop up

showing a bar progress icon indicating the

repeater’s profile is being read.

Note: You will now be able to read and modify all

your repeater features with the options

available in the left side menu in your profile

window . For more details on how to read,

write or modify radio features, please refer

to the CPS Help Menu –> Content and

Index. Detailed information about how to

clone the repeater’s profile is also available

in the CPS Help Menu –> Content and

Index –> Cloning Repeaters.

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CPS Connection Trouble Shooting

Table 7: Programming Mode: Trouble Shooting

Symptom Try This

CPS doesn’t read the

repeater or write to the

repeater

Make sure the CPS cable is securely connected on both ends

(programming port in the repeater and USB port in the computer)/Make sure

your repeater hasn’t run out completely of battery power or is connected to

an AC/DC supply/Make sure the CPS cable is not damaged.

CPS displays “Error:

Communication Error”

when trying to read or

write to the repeater

Make sure your repeater is ON/Double check that the repeater model

matches your CPS version and region as they should be compatible in order

to read and write. For checking your CPS version, click in the “about” icon in

the upper tool bar.

CPS displays “your

repeater doesn’t match

your region”

Double check that the radio model matches your CPS version and region as

they should be compatible in order to read or write. For checking your CPS

version, click on the “about” icon in the upper tool bar.

When trying to clone

the repeater, the CPS

displays an error or the

cloning fails

Please refer to “Cloning Repeaters” in the CPS Help File for details on

cloning details.

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PROGRAMMING YOUR

RADIOS

PROGRAMMING YOUR RDX 4 W

RADIOS TO WORK WITH THE

REPEATERS

RDX 4 W series radios are fully compatible with

your repeaters as they are of the same UHF band

and they support repeater capability features.

However, in order to configure the radios to

communicate with the repeater, there are basic

tips that you should take into account:

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• Make sure the channels in both the RDX radios and the repeaters that you want to use with the

repeater capability are actually enabled in the CPS with a “check” box looking as follows:

Figure 19. Enabling Repeater capability settings

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• Make sure the TX frequency and PL Code in

the radio channel that has been chosen for

repeater, is the same as the RX frequency in

the repeaters. Same for the RX frequency in

your RDX radio: make sure it matches the TX

frequency and PL code in the repeaters

channel.

• The repeaters have 16 channels available,

each one with two TX/RX frequency pairs.

You can either use the repeater default

programmed frequencies and customize the

RDX channels to match the repeater’s or you

can customize the repeater frequencies to

different frequencies pairs to match frequency

in the RDX radios.

Note: Take into account that when matching

channel frequencies between the repeater

and the radios, you must also need to make

sure all other channel parameters (i.e.

codes, bandwidth and reverse burst) are at

the same correspondent values in order for

the radios-repeater communications to take

place properly.

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REPEATER CLONING

RDX RADIO TO REPEATER CLONING

To repeater

programming connector

To RDX radio

charger mini-port

R2R Cloning Cable

Figure 20. Cloning from an RDX radio into the Repeater

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Below are instructions on how to clone your RDX

2 W / 4 W radio into one of the repeaters.

Note: It is NOT possible to clone the repeaters into

the RDX radio.

The only parameters that can be cloned into the

Repeater are:

• channel frequency,

• code,

• bandwidth,

•power,

• reverse burst,

• scan list

• the number of channels.

Before you start the cloning process, make sure

you have the following components:

• Fully charged batteries on both the RDX radio

and one of the repeaters

• One Single Unit Chargers (SUC) for the RDX

Radio (either P/N RLN6304 or RLN6175)

• An RDX Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable

P/N RLN6303

• An RDX Radio, repeater capable

CLONING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Turn OFF both the radio and the repeater.

2. Unplug any cables (power supply or USB

cables) from the Single Unit Charger.

3. Plug one side of the cloning cable mini

connector to the Single Unit Charger. Plug

the other end to the Repeater programming

port connector.

Note: During the cloning process, no power is

being applied to the Single Unit Charger.

The batteries will not be charged. A data

communication is being established

between the repeater and the radio.

4. Turn ON the repeater.

5. Power up the RDX radio following the

sequence below:

• Long press the PTT button and SB2

simultaneously while turning the radio ON.

• Wait for 3 seconds before releasing the buttons

until a distinctive audible tone is heard.

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Note: After cloning is completed, the RDX radio

will sound either a “pass” tone (cloning was

successful) or a “fail” tone (cloning process

has failed). The “pass” tone sounds like a

good key “chirp” whereas the “fail” tone

sounds similar to a “bonk” tone. If the RDX

radio is a display model, it will either show

“Pass” or “Fail” on the display (a tone will be

heard within 5 seconds).

6. Once you have completed the cloning

process, turn the RDX radio OFF and ON to

exit ‘clone’ mode.

7. Turn the repeater OFF and ON to exit “clone”

mode.

- If the RDX channels contains

frequencies that are not

within the repeater TX or RX

frequency range, the

repeater will not work on

these channels.

- In the RDX radio, make sure

that in each one of the TX/

RX frequency pairs, the

bandwidth setting has

exactly the same value. For

example, if in Channel 7 the

TX bandwidth separation is

12.5 KHz, then the

corresponding RX

bandwidth separation in this

same channel 7 should be

also 12.5 KHz.

Important

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WHAT TO DO IF CLONING FAILS

The radio will emit an audible “bonk” indicating

that the cloning process has failed. In the event

that cloning fails, try performing each of the

following tests before trying to start the cloning

process again:

1. Ensure that the batteries on both radio and

repeater are fully charged.

2. Check the cloning cable connection on both

ends.

3. Ensure that the battery is engaged properly

on to the RDX radio.

4. Ensure that the RDX radio is in cloning

mode.

5. Ensure that the repeater is turned ON.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Try This...

No Power

Recharge or replace the Li-Ion battery. Replace AA batteries.

Reposition or replace AA batteries. Extreme operating

temperatures may affect battery life.

Verify repeater is connected to AC/DC.

Limited Talk Range

Steel and/or concrete structures, heavy foliage, buildings or

vehicles decrease range. Check for clear line of sight to improve

transmission. Verify repeaters and radios are correctly programed.

Transmissions are noisy

and not clear

Make sure the radios are set up to 12.5 KHz bandwidth. Repeater

is not fully compatible with radios using companding or set up at 25

KHz bandwidth.

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Message Are Not Received

Confirm that the radios have the same Channel, Frequency,

Interference Eliminator Code and Scramble Code settings and are

consistent with the Repeater’s settings. Verify the range coverage

is appropriate and there are no obstacles or shielding.

Heavy Static or

Interference

Radios are too close to repeater; they must be at least five feet

apart. Radios are too far apart from the repeater’s antenna. Double

check to make sure there are no obstacles interfering with

Low Batteries Recharge or replace Li-Ion battery. Replace AA batteries. Extreme

operating temperatures affect battery life.

Li-On Power LED Light

Does Not Come On

Check if repeater’s batteries are properly inserted and/or check

battery/charger contacts to be sure they are clean and charging pin

is inserted correctly.

Low Battery LED Blinking

Although New Batteries

Are Installed

Verify that the radio is set to the correct battery type and is well

positioned into the battery frame according to instructions.

Symptom Try This... (Continued)

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Repeater Can’t Receive or

Can’t Re-transmit/Radio

Can Transmit But Can’t

Receive

Check repeater’s programming settings versus radio’s settings.

Battery Does Not Charge

Although It Has Been

Placed in the Li-On Battery

Frame For A While

Check if the repeater is connected to the AC/DC power and is

getting appropriate power. Check the charger LED indicators.

Change the Li-ON batteries using an external charger to see if the

batteries are damaged. Make sure the operating temperatures are

within specific ranges.

Note:

The RPX Repeater Series™ are designed with a companding feature that is compatible with Motorola 2-

way Business Radios. If you're working with a different radio and you experience static or noise in your

communications, double check that the radios are capable of companding.

Symptom Try This... (Continued)

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USE AND CARE

Use a soft damp cloth

to clean the exterior Do not immerse

in water Do not use alcohol or

cleaning solutions

Turn repeater OFF

and remove batteries

and antenna

Dry with soft cloth Do not use repeater

until completely dry

If the repeater is submerged in water...

WARRANTY

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MOTOROLA LIMITED

WARRANTY FOR THE

UNITED STATES AND

CANADA

What Does this Warranty Cover?

Subject to the exclusions contained below,

Motorola, Inc. warrants its telephones, pagers, and

consumer and business two-way radios (excluding

commercial, government or industrial radios) that

operate via Family Radio Service or General

Mobile Radio Service, Motorola-branded or

certified accessories sold for use with these

Products (“Accessories”) and Motorola software

contained on CD-ROMs or other tangible media

and sold for use with these Products (“Software”)

to be free from defects in materials and

workmanship under normal consumer usage for

the period(s) outlined below.

This limited warranty is a consumer's exclusive

remedy, and applies as follows to new Motorola

Products, Accessories and Software purchased by

consumers in the United States, which are

accompanied by this written warranty.

Products and Accessories

Products Covered Length of Coverage

Products and

Accessories as

defined above, unless

otherwise provided for

below.

One (1) year from the date

of purchase by the first

consumer purchaser of the

product unless otherwise

provided for below.

Decorative

Accessories and

Cases.

Decorative covers,

bezels, PhoneWrap™

covers and cases.

Limited lifetime warranty

for the lifetime of

ownership by the first

consumer purchaser of the

product.

Business Two-way

Radio Accessories

One (1) year from the date

of purchase by the first

consumer purchaser of the

product.

Products and

Accessories that are

Repaired or

Replaced.

The balance of the

original warranty or for

ninety (90) days from the

date returned to the

consumer, whichever is

longer.

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Exclusions

Normal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance,

repair and replacement of parts due to normal

wear and tear are excluded from coverage.

Batteries. Only batteries whose fully charged

capacity falls below 80% of their rated capacity

and batteries that leak are covered by this limited

warranty.

Abuse & Misuse. Defects or damage that result

from: (a) improper operation, storage, misuse or

abuse, accident or neglect, such as physical

damage (cracks, scratches, etc.) to the surface of

the product resulting from misuse; (b) contact with

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perspiration, sand, dirt or the like, extreme heat, or

food; (c) use of the Products or Accessories for

commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or

Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d)

other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are

excluded from coverage.

Use of Non-Motorola Products and

Accessories. Defects or damage that result from

the use of Non-Motorola branded or certified

Products, Accessories, Software or other

peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage.

Unauthorized Service or Modification. Defects

or damages resulting from service, testing,

adjustment, installation, maintenance, alteration,

or modification in any way by someone other than

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Altered Products. Products or Accessories with

(a) serial numbers or date tags that have been

removed, altered or obliterated; (b) broken seals

or that show evidence of tampering; (c)

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parts, are excluded form coverage.

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Communication Services. Defects, damages, or

the failure of Products, Accessories or Software

due to any communication service or signal you

may subscribe to or use with the Products

Accessories or Software is excluded from

coverage.

Software

Exclusions

Software Embodied in Physical Media. No

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requirements or will work in combination with any

hardware or software applications provided by

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products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that

all defects in the software products will be

corrected.

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Software that is not embodied in physical media

(e.g. software that is downloaded from the

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This warranty extends only to the first consumer

purchaser, and is not transferable.

WHAT WE WILL DO TO CORRECT

WARRANTY PROBLEMS

At no charge to you, we have the option to repair

or replace the Products or software that do not

conform to the warranty, or to refund the Products’

purchase price. We may use functionally

equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/pre-owned or

new Products or parts. No software updates are

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HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE OR

OTHER INFORMATION?

Contact your Motorola point of purchase.

Please call:

1-800-448- 6686 in the USA

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Products Covered Length of Coverage

Software. Applies only

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embodies the copy of

the software (e.g. CD-

ROM, or floppy disk).

Ninety (90) days from the

date of purchase.

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You will receive instructions on how to ship the

Products to Motorola. You must ship the Products

to us with freight, duties and insurance prepaid.

Along with the Products you must include:

(a) a copy of your receipt, bill of sale or other

comparable proof of purchase;

(b) a written description of the problem;

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parts such as antennas, batteries and chargers.

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We will ship repaired or replacement Products at

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The Motorola products described in this manual

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PATENT NOTICE

This product is covered by one or more of the

following United States patents.

5896277 5894292 5864752 5699006 5742484

D408396 D399821 D387758 D389158 5894592

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ACCESSORIES

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ACCESSORIES

RPX REPEATER SERIES

ACCESSORIES

ANTENNA ACCESSORIES

BATTERIES ACCESSORIES

POWER SUPPLIES ACCESSORIES

BATTERY ACCESSORIES

Part No. Description

HKKN4022A Antenna with MAG Mount & 12

foot RF Cable Kit

HKAE4000A Dipole Antenna 438 – 470 MHz

Kit

Part No. Description

HKHN4003A RPX Repeater Series™

Alkaline Battery Frame

HKHM4004A RPX Repeater Series™ Li-On

Battery Frame

Part No. Description

HKPN4003A Cigarette Lighter Vehicle

Adaptor

TBD AC/DC Repeater Power Supply

Part No. Description

RLN6305 High Capacity Li-Ion Battery

2200 mAh

RLN6308 Ultra High Capacity Li-Ion

Battery 2400 mAh

RLN6351 Standard Li-Ion Battery

1100 mAh

HKNN4010A Ultra High Capacity Li-Ion

Battery CR Kit

HKKN4011A High Capacity Li-Ion Battery CR

Kit

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RDX PICK-UP RADIOS AND

ACCESSORIES

CABLES ACCESSORIES

CHARGER ACCESSORIES

2-WAY RDX REPEATER CAPABLE UHF

RADIOS

Part No. Description

RLN6303 Radio to Radio Cloning Cable

RKN4155 CPS USB Programming Cable

Part No. Description

RLN6304 Rapid Charger Kit

RLN6309 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC) Kit

RLN6175 Standard Drop-in Tray Charger

Note: For charging RDX radios and

stand-alone Li-Ion batteries only.

Part No. Description

RDU4160d RDX UHF 4 W CH 2-Way Radio

RDU4100 RDX UHF 4 W CH 2-Way Radio

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APPENDIX A: REPEATER

SPECIFICATIONS

Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

FCC Id TBD TBD

IC Id TBD TBD

FCC Parts Place Holder TBD

Emission Designators 14K8F3E 11K1F3E

Operating RF Band (MHz) 450 – 470 450 – 470

Frequency Separation 10 – 20 MHz

(Programmable) 10 – 20 MHz

(Programmable)

TX Frequency Band 450 – 455 Mhz 450 – 455 Mhz

RX Frequency Band 465 – 470 Mhz 465 – 470 Mhz

Channel Spacing (narrow and wide band) 25 KHz 12.5 KHz

Mode of Operation Duplex Duplex

Code Signalling Morse Code Morse Code

Number of Operating Channels 1 (TX/RX) Channel 1 (TX/RX) Channel

Number of Software Programmable Channels/

Knob Channels 16 16

Synthesized Steps 1 Hz 1 Hz

Tone/Code Signalling Morse Code Morse Code

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Carrier Power Output (AC/DC) (Model Dependant) 2 W/4 W 2 W/4 W

Carrier Power Output on Batteries 2 W 2 W

Hang-Time Timer From 0 (OFF) to 50

seconds programmed From 0 (OFF) to 50

seconds programmed

Time-Out Timer 1, 2 or 3 minutes 1, 2 or 3 minutes

RF Connector MIni UHF MIni UHF

Cigarette Lighter Connector (Vehicle Adaptor) Yes Yes

Antenna Impedance 50 Ohms 50 Ohms

Duty Cycle 100% 100%

PL Codes 39+ Programmable 39+ Programmable

DPL Codes 84 84

Input Voltage -– Repeater 110/220 Vac +/- 10% 110/220 Vac +/- 10%

Input Voltage -– Transceiver 12 Vdc +/- 10% 12 Vdc +/- 10%

Input Current Repeater (@100 Vac)

TX/RX

Standby 230 mA 230 mA

30 mA 30 mA

Input Current Transceiver (@ 12 Vdc)

TX/RX

Standby 1.6 A 1.6 A

200 mA 200 mA

Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

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Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

Transmitter

Frequency Range (MHz) 450 – 455 Mhz 450 – 455 Mhz

Carrier RF Output

High 4.0 W 4.0 W

Low 2.0 W 2.0 W

Frequency Stability +/- 1.0 PPM (-300°C – 600°C) +/- 1.0 PPM (-300°C – 600°C)

Modulation Direct FM Direct FM

Deviation (Modulation Limiting) ± 5.0 kHz ± 5.0 kHz

Spurs & Harmonies (dBm) < - 20 dBm < -13 dBm

FM Hum & Noise - 50 dB - 50 dB

Adjacent Channel Power 60 dBc 60 dBc

Radiated Spurious Emissions < - 20 dBm < -13 dBm

Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

Receiver

Frequency Range (MHz) 465 – 470 Mhz 465 – 470 Mhz

Receiving System Programable Programable

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Frequency Stability +/- 1.0 PPM (-300°C – 600°C) +/- 1.0 PPM (-300°C – 600°C)

Audio Frequency 300 Hz to 3 Khz 300 Hz to 3 Khz

Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) - 119 dBm (0.25 uV) - 119 dBm (0.25 uV)

Selectivity (Adjacent Channel Selectivity) - 75 dB - 70 dB

Intermodulation Rejection - 70 dB - 70 dB

Spurious Response Rejection (blocking 1 Mhz) - 90 dB - 90 dB

Radiated Spurious Emissions (< 1 GHz) - 54 dBm - 54 dBm

Radiated Spurious Emissions (< 1 GHz) - 52 dBm - 52 dBm

Input impedance 50 Ohms 50 Ohms

Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

810 Military Standards (1) RPX Repeater 4 W –UHF 450 – 470 MHz

METHOD PROCEDURE

810 - C

Low Pressure 500.1 1

High Temperature 501.1 1, 2

Low Temperature 502.1 1

Temperature Shock 503.1 1

Solar Radiation 505.1 1

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Rain 506.1 1, 2

Humidity 507.1 2

Salt Fog 509.1 1

Dust 510.1 1

Vibration 514.1 8, 10

Shock 516.1 1, 2, 5

810 - D

Low Pressure 500.2 2

High Temperature 501.2 1, 2

Low Temperature 502.2 1, 2

Temperature Shock 503.2 1

Solar Radiation 505.2 1

Rain 506.2 1, 2

Humidity 507.2 2, 3

Salt Fog 509.2 1

Dust 510.2 1

Vibration 514.3 1

Shock 516.3 1, 4

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METHOD PROCEDURE

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810 - E

Low Pressure 500.3 2

High Temperature 501.3 1, 2

Low Temperature 502.3 1, 2

Temperature Shock 503.3 1

Solar Radiation 505.3 1

Rain 506.3 1, 2

Humidity 507.3 2, 3

Salt Fog 509.3 1

Dust 510.3 1

Vibration 514.4 1

Shock 516.4 1, 4

810 Military Standards (1) RPX Repeater 4 W –UHF 450 – 470 MHz

METHOD PROCEDURE

Other Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

Li-On Battery Solution Available as an accessory Available as an accessory

Alkaline Battery Frame Solution Yes Yes

Dimensions ( x W X D) (inches): 4.7 H x 7.4 W x 2.0 D 4.7 H x 7.4 W x 2.0 D

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Weight

Repeater with Alkaline Frame 2.1 lbs 2.1 lbs

Repeater with Li-On Frame 2.0 lbs 2.0 lbs

Average Battery Life @ 100% duty

(20%/80% operation):

With Alkaline Frame 16 Hours 16 Hours

Other Product Specifications UHF 25 KHz UHF 12.5 KHz

810 Military Standards (1) RPX Repeater 4 W –UHF 450 – 470 MHz

METHOD PROCEDURE

810 - C

Low Pressure 500.4 1

High Temperature 501.4 1, 2

Low Temperature 501.4 1, 2

Temperature Shock 503.4 1

Solar Radiation 505.4 1

Rain 506.4 1

Humidity 507.4 3

Salt Fog 509.4 1

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Dust 510.4 1

Vibration 514.5 1

Shock 516.5 1

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature -30°C to + 60°C (Radio) -30°C to + 60°C (Radio)

Sealing(2) IP55 IP55

Shock & Vibration Polycarbonate Housing passes EIA 603

Dust & Humidity (3) Satisfied EIA 603

(1) MIL STD 810 C, D, E, and F, have blowing rain of sections that call out the device shall survive subjection to 30

minutes of a 4 inch/hour in a 40 mph wind. Dust section calls out blowing dust around 11ug/m3 for 6 hours.

(2) IP55 means the enclosure is dust protected. It also means it is water protected as if jet of water were sprayed

by a hose ( 3 gal/min for at least 3 minutes).

(3) Relative Humidity (RH) is 95% at a -30°C to 60°C.

810 Military Standards (1) RPX Repeater 4 W –UHF 450 – 470 MHz

METHOD PROCEDURE

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