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24 Channel 800MHz
& VHF Cell Enhancers
Maintenance Handbook
For
Terry Consulting
AFL Works Order Nō.:
Q111353
AFL product part Nō’s.:
50-078001 (800 & VHF CE’s)
80-209302 (Battery Back-up)
800MHz & VHF Cell Enhancers
Maintenance Handbook
H/book Number:-50-078001HBKM
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Date:-02/09/2004
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Table of Contents
AMENDMENT LIST RECORD SHEET .................................................................................................. 6
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Scope...........................................................................................................................................................................7
Purpose.......................................................................................................................................................................7
Glossary of Terms .....................................................................................................................................................8
Key to AFL RF Module Drawing Symbols .............................................................................................................9
1.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
2.
3.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ..................................................................................................... 10
Earthing of Equipment ..............................................................................................................................10
Electric Shock Hazard ...............................................................................................................................10
RF Radiation Hazard.................................................................................................................................11
Chemical Hazard........................................................................................................................................12
Emergency Contact Numbers ...................................................................................................................12
OVERVIEW/SYSTEM DESCRIPTION...................................................................................... 13
SPECIFICATION .......................................................................................................................... 14
3.P Photographs..................................................................................................................................................14
3.P.1 800MHz Air I/F Uplink Shelf 50-078002................................................................................................14
3.P.2 Eight Channel Downlink Shelf 50-078003 ..............................................................................................15
3.P.3 Power Amplifier/Driver Shelf 50-078004................................................................................................16
3.P.4 800MHz In-Line Amplifier 50-078017....................................................................................................17
3.P.5 VHF/800MHz Multi-Coupler Shelf 50-078015.......................................................................................18
3.P.6 VHF Simplex Shelf 50-078010................................................................................................................19
3.P.7 VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011 .................................................................................................................20
3.P.8 VHF Air Interface Shelf 50-078012 ........................................................................................................21
3.P.9 VHF Combiner Shelf 50-078013 .............................................................................................................22
3.P.10
PSU Shelf 50-078014...........................................................................................................................23
3.P.11
Battery Backup 80-209302...................................................................................................................24
3.P.12
Rack Photos..........................................................................................................................................25
3.1
Electrical Specification ..............................................................................................................................29
3.2
Channel Frequency Listing .......................................................................................................................30
3.3
Mechanical Specifications..........................................................................................................................31
3.3.1
Rack Mounted Equipment Mechanical Specifications.............................................................................31
3.3.2
Wall Mounted Equipment (50-078017 & 80-209302).............................................................................31
3.4
Parts Lists ...................................................................................................................................................32
3.4.1
Whole System Parts List (50-078001) .....................................................................................................32
3.4.2
800MHz AIF Uplink Shelf 50-078002 Parts List ....................................................................................33
3.4.3
800MHz 8 Channel, Channel Module Shelf 50-078003 Parts List..........................................................34
3.4.4
800MHz 40W Amplifier Shelf 50-078004 Parts List ..............................................................................35
3.4.5
VHF Simplex Shelf 50-078010/1.............................................................................................................36
3.4.6
VHF Simplex Shelf 50-078010/2 Parts List.............................................................................................37
3.4.7
VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/1 Parts List ..............................................................................................38
3.4.8
VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/2 Parts List ..............................................................................................39
3.4.9
VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/3 Parts List ..............................................................................................40
3.4.10
VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/4 Parts List ..........................................................................................41
3.4.11
VHF Air Interface Shelf 50-078012 Parts List ....................................................................................42
3.4.12
VHF Combiner Shelf 50-078013 Parts List .........................................................................................42
3.4.13
VHF PSU Shelf 50-078014 Parts List..................................................................................................43
3.4.14
VHF/800MHz Tx Multi-coupler Shelf 50-078015 Parts List ..............................................................43
3.4.15
800Mhz In-Line Amplifier (Wall-Mount Case) 50-078017 Parts List ................................................44
3.4.16
12V 160Ahour Battery Back-Up 80-209302 Parts List .......................................................................45
4.
4.1
4.2
SYSTEM DRAWINGS................................................................................................................... 47
24 Channel 800MHz & VHF Simplex/Duplex Cell Enhancers System Diagram.................................47
Generic Wall Mounted Cases Outline Drawing (50-078017 & 80-209302) ..........................................48
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5.
SUB-UNIT MODULES .................................................................................................................. 49
5.1
Bandpass Filters (02-007201 & 01-002503)..............................................................................................49
5.1.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................49
5.1.2
Technical Specification (02-007201) .......................................................................................................49
5.1.3
Technical Specification (01-002503) .......................................................................................................49
5.2
900MHz Splitter/Combiner (05-002602)..................................................................................................50
5.2.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................50
5.2.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................50
5.3
1 Watt 3dB Broadband Splitter (05-002901) ...........................................................................................51
5.3.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................51
5.3.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................51
5.4
Four Way Splitter (05-003302) .................................................................................................................52
5.4.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................52
5.4.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................52
5.5
Four Way Hybrid Splitter (05-003401) ....................................................................................................52
5.5.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................52
5.5.2
Technical Specification 05-003401..........................................................................................................52
5.6
3 Way Splitter/Combiner (05-003801) .....................................................................................................53
5.6.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................53
5.6.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................53
5.7
Wideband 3dB Splitter (07-004101) .........................................................................................................54
5.7.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................54
5.7.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................54
5.8
VHF/UHF 3-Way Splitter (07-005401).....................................................................................................55
5.8.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................55
5.8.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................55
5.9
3 Port Tx Hybrid Coupler (80-024203) ....................................................................................................56
5.9.1
Description ...............................................................................................................................................56
5.9.2
Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................56
5.10
Crossband Coupler (07-005705) ...............................................................................................................57
5.10.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................57
5.10.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................57
5.11
6dB Power Monitor (07-014002)...............................................................................................................58
5.11.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................58
5.11.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................58
5.12
2-Port RF Isolator (08-930002) .................................................................................................................59
5.12.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................59
5.12.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................59
5.13
¼Watt 0- -30dB & 0-15dB Variable Attenuators (10-000701 & 10-000901) ........................................60
5.13.1
General Application .............................................................................................................................60
5.13.2
Switched Attenuators ...........................................................................................................................60
5.14
LNA’s (11-001202, 11-005802, 11-005902 11-006002, 11-006702 & 11-004802) ..................................61
5.14.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................61
5.14.2
Technical Specification (11-001202) ...................................................................................................61
5.14.3
Technical Specification (11-004802) ...................................................................................................61
5.14.4
Technical Specification (11-005802) ...................................................................................................62
5.14.5
Technical Specification (11-005902) ...................................................................................................62
5.14.6
Technical Specification (11-006002) ...................................................................................................63
5.14.7
Technical Specification (11-006702) ...................................................................................................63
5.15
5, 10 & 20W 900MHz Power Amplifiers (12-018601, 12-018001 & 12-018002)...................................64
5.15.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................64
5.15.2
Technical Specification (12-018601, 5W) ...........................................................................................64
5.15.3
Technical Specification (12-018001, 10W) .........................................................................................64
5.15.4
Technical Specification (12-018002, 20W) .........................................................................................65
5.16
VHF 5Watt Power Amplifier (12-004902) ...............................................................................................65
5.16.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................65
5.16.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................65
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5.17
3 Stage Alarm PCB & 3 Stage Simplex Alarm PCB(12-002201 & 12-002203) ....................................66
5.17.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................66
5.17.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................67
5.17.3
Generic Summary Alarm Wiring Sketch .............................................................................................67
5.18
1 & 3 Stage Alarm/Simplex/Mute PCB (12-002804 & 12-002213) ........................................................68
5.18.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................68
5.19
Simplex Controller PCB (12-002811) .......................................................................................................68
5.19.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................68
5.20
Dual DC/DC Converter (13-001803) ........................................................................................................69
5.20.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................69
5.20.1
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................69
5.21
Simplex Squelch & AF Module (17-002802)............................................................................................70
5.21.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................70
5.21.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................70
5.22
Wide Dynamic Range (Log.) 12V AGC (17-001109, det. & 17-001201, atten.)....................................71
5.22.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................71
5.22.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................72
5.23
Channel Control Module (17-002101)......................................................................................................73
5.23.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................73
5.23.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................73
5.23.3
900MHz Programming Procedure........................................................................................................74
5.23.4
900MHz Programming Example..........................................................................................................75
5.24
Channel Selective Modules (17-009127 UHF, & 17-009135 VHF) ........................................................76
5.24.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................76
5.24.2
Drg. Nō. 17-003080, Generic Channel Module Block Diagram..........................................................77
5.25
12 & 24V Relay Boards (20-001601 & 20-001602)..................................................................................78
5.25.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................78
5.25.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................78
5.26
12V Low Voltage Battery Disconnect Module (80-061003)....................................................................79
5.26.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................79
5.26.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................79
5.27
Crystal Filters (93-980109) ........................................................................................................................79
5.27.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................79
5.28
IXFN170N10 Power Mos-Fet Module (94-030015) .................................................................................79
5.28.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................79
5.29
STPS12045TV 60A Dual Diode Assembly (94-100004) ..........................................................................80
5.29.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................80
5.30
15V Switch-Mode PSU (96-300054)..........................................................................................................80
5.30.1
Description ...........................................................................................................................................80
5.30.2
Technical Specification ........................................................................................................................80
6.
INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................ 81
6.1
Initial Installation Record .........................................................................................................................81
6.1.1
Rack Mounted Equipment........................................................................................................................81
6.1.2
Wall Mounted Equipment ........................................................................................................................81
6.1.3
Electrical Connections..............................................................................................................................81
6.1.4
RF Connections........................................................................................................................................82
6.2
Commissioning ...........................................................................................................................................82
6.3
Quick Fault Checklist ................................................................................................................................82
7.
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................ 83
7.1
General Procedures....................................................................................................................................83
7.1.1
Basic Fault Finding ..................................................................................................................................83
7.1.2
Downlink..................................................................................................................................................84
7.1.3
Uplink.......................................................................................................................................................84
7.1.4
Fault repair ...............................................................................................................................................84
7.1.5
Checking service ......................................................................................................................................85
7.1.6
Service Support ........................................................................................................................................85
7.2
Tools & Test Equipment............................................................................................................................85
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7.3
Care of Modules .........................................................................................................................................86
7.3.1
General Comments ...................................................................................................................................86
7.3.2
Module Removal (LNA’s, general procedure): .......................................................................................86
7.3.3
Module Replacement (general): ...............................................................................................................86
7.3.4
Power Amplifiers .....................................................................................................................................86
7.3.5
Low Power Amplifier Replacement.........................................................................................................87
7.3.6
Module Transportation:............................................................................................................................87
APPENDIX A
INITIAL EQUIPMENT SET-UP CALCULATIONS ............................................... 88
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Issue
Nō.
Date
14/09/2004
Incorporated
by
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Page No.’s
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INTRODUCTION
Scope
This handbook is for use solely with the equipment identified by the AFL Part Number
shown on the front cover. It is not to be used with any other equipment unless specifically
authorised by Aerial Facilities Limited. This is a controlled release document and, as such,
becomes a part of Aerial Facilities’ Total Quality Management System. Alterations and
modification may therefore only be performed by Aerial Facilities Ltd.
Purpose
AFL recommends that the installer of this equipment familiarise his/herself with the safety
and installation procedures contained within this document before installation commences.
The purpose of this handbook is to provide the user/maintainer with sufficient information
to service and repair the equipment to the level agreed. Maintenance and adjustments to any
deeper level must be performed by AFL, normally at the company’s repair facility in
Chesham, England.
This handbook has been prepared in accordance with BS 4884, and AFL’s Quality
procedures, which maintain the company’s registration to ISO 9001: 1994 and to the
R&TTE Directive of the European Parliament. Copies of the relevant certificates and the
company Quality Manual can be supplied on application to the Quality Manager.
This document fulfils the relevant requirements of Article 6 of the R&TTE Directive.
Limitation of Information Notice
This manual is written for the use of technically competent operators/service persons. No
liability is accepted by AFL for use or misuse of this manual, the information contained
therein, or the consequences of any actions resulting from the use of the said information,
including, but not limited to, descriptive, procedural, typographical, arithmetical, or listing
errors.
Furthermore, AFL does not warrant the absolute accuracy of the information contained
within this manual, or it’s completeness, fitness for purpose, or scope.
AFL has a policy of continuous product development and enhancement, and as such,
reserves the right to amend, alter, update and generally change the contents, appearance and
pertinence of this document without notice.
All AFL products carry a twelve month warranty from date of shipment. The warranty is
expressly on a return to base repair or exchange basis and the warranty cover does not
extend to on-site repair or complete unit exchange.
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Glossary of Terms
Repeater or
Cell Enhancer
Band Selective Repeater
Channel Selective
Repeater
BTS
C/NR
Downlink (D.L.)
Uplink (U.L.)
EMC
GND
DC
AC
ID
OIP3
LED
M.S.
N/A
N/C
NF
RF
Rx
Tx
S/N
A Radio Frequency (RF) amplifier which can simultaneously
amplify and re-broadcast Mobile Station (MS) and Base
Transceiver Station (BTS) signals.
A Cell Enhancer designed for operation on a range of channels
within a specified frequency band.
A Cell Enhancer, designed for operation on specified channel(s)
within a specified frequency band. Channel frequencies may be
factory set, remotely set by computer, or on-site programmable.
Base Transceiver Station
Carrier-to-Noise Ratio
RF signals transmitted from the BTS and to the MS
RF signals transmitted from the MS to the BTS
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Ground
Direct Current
Alternating Current
Identification Number
Output Third Order Intercept Point = RFout +(C/I)/2
Light Emitting Diode
Mobile Station
Not Applicable
No Connection
Noise Figure
Radio Frequency
Receiver
Transmitter
Serial Number
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Key to AFL RF Module Drawing Symbols
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1.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1.1
Earthing of Equipment
Cell Enhancers supplied from the mains must be connected to grounded outlets and earthed
in conformity with appropriate local, national and international electricity supply and safety
regulations.
1.2
Electric Shock Hazard
Electrical shocks due to faulty mains driven power supplies.
Whilst ever potentially present in any electrical equipment, such a condition would be
minimised by quality installation practice and thorough testing at:
a) Original assembly
b) Commissioning
c) Regular intervals, thereafter.
All test equipment to be in good working order prior to its use. High current power supplies
can be dangerous because of the possibility of substantial arcing. Always switch off during
disconnection and reconnection.
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1.3
RF Radiation Hazard
RF radiation, (especially at UHF frequencies) arising from transmitter outputs connected to
AFL’s equipment, must be considered a safety hazard.
This condition might only occur in the event of cable disconnection, or because a ‘spare’
output has been left unterminated. Either of these conditions would impair the system’s
efficiency. No investigation should be carried out until all RF power sources have been
removed. This would always be a wise precaution, despite the severe mismatch between the
impedance of an N type connector at 50Ω, and that of free space at 377Ω, which would
severely mitigate against the efficient radiation of RF power. Radio frequency burns could
also be a hazard, if any RF power carrying components were to be carelessly touched!
Antenna positions should be chosen to comply with requirements (both local & statutory)
regarding exposure of personnel to RF radiation. When connected to an antenna, the unit is
capable of producing RF field strengths, which may exceed guideline safe values especially if
used with antennas having appreciable gain. In this regard the use of directional antennas
with backscreens and a strict site rule that personnel must remain behind the screen while the
RF power is on, is strongly recommended.
Where the equipment is used near power lines, or in association with temporary masts not
having lightning protection, the use of a safety earth connected to the case-earthing bolt is
strongly advised.
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1.4
Chemical Hazard
Beryllium Oxide, also known as Beryllium Monoxide, or Thermalox™, is sometimes used
in devices within equipment produced by Aerial Facilities Ltd. Beryllium oxide dust can be
toxic if inhaled, leading to chronic respiratory problems. It is harmless if ingested or by
contact.
Products that contain beryllium are load terminations (dummy loads) and some power
amplifiers. These products can be identified by a yellow and black “skull and crossbones”
danger symbol (shown above). They are marked as hazardous in line with international
regulations, but pose no threat under normal circumstances. Only if a component containing
beryllium oxide has suffered catastrophic failure, or exploded, will there be any danger of the
formation of dust. Any dust that has been created will be contained within the equipment
module as long as the module remains sealed. For this reason, any module carrying the
yellow and black danger sign should not be opened. If the equipment is suspected of failure,
or is at the end of its life-cycle, it must be returned to Aerial Facilities Ltd for disposal.
To return such equipment, please contact the Quality Department, who will give you a
Returned Materials Authorisation (RMA) number. Please quote this number on the packing
documents, and on all correspondence relating to the shipment.
PolyTetraFluoroEthylene, (P.T.F.E.) and P.T.F.E. Composite Materials
Many modules/components in AFL equipment contain P.T.F.E. as part of the RF insulation
barrier.
This material should never be heated to the point where smoke or fumes are evolved. Any
person feeling drowsy after coming into contact with P.T.F.E. especially dust or fumes
should seek medical attention.
1.5
Emergency Contact Numbers
The AFL Quality Department can be contacted on:
Telephone
Fax
e-mail
+44 (0)1494 777000
+44 (0)1494 777002
qa@aerial.co.uk
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2.
OVERVIEW/SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The AFL Channel and/or Band Selective Cell Enhancers are 2-way on-band repeaters.
Various models are available to cover frequency bands from 50MHz to 3000MHz. The
principle sphere of applications is in urban areas where the topology is such that shadows
occur in the propagation pattern (for example within large buildings, conference centres,
road and rail tunnels, etc.)
The frequency bands that are passed by the Cell Enhancer are set as per the specific
customer requirements.
AFL manufacture a wide range of Cell Enhancers, configured for each customer's specific
requirements. Two basic physical variants are available, a rack mounted version to fit in a
standard 19" rack and an environmentally sealed wall mounted version which requires no
further enclosure.
This system provides 800MHz Channelised (x 24) & VHF Simplex/Duplex coverage for the
various concourses platforms and tunnels with a 12V battery backup service (for the
800MHz line amplifier) that will guarantee limited continued coverage in case of mains
power failure.
Each active module is alarm monitored with each shelf/ wall-case having a summary alarm
with a visual ‘alarm active’ indication and a door intrusion alarm included for the wall cases.
All alarms are volt-free, relay contact pairs which may be easily configured into an
RS232/modem system such that automatic remote monitoring by computer may be
achieved.
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3.
SPECIFICATION
3.P
Photographs
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3.P.2 Eight Channel Downlink Shelf 50-078003
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3.P.3 Power Amplifier/Driver Shelf 50-078004
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3.P.4 800MHz In-Line Amplifier 50-078017
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3.P.5 VHF/800MHz Multi-Coupler Shelf 50-078015
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3.P.6 VHF Simplex Shelf 50-078010
There are two different types of simplex shelves 50-078010/1 & 50-078010/2, they differ
only in the frequencies they process.
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3.P.7 VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011
There are four different types of duplex shelves 50-078011/1,2,3 & 4 they differ only in
the frequencies they process.
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3.P.8 VHF Air Interface Shelf 50-078012
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3.P.9 VHF Combiner Shelf 50-078013
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3.P.10 PSU Shelf 50-078014
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3.P.11 Battery Backup 80-209302
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3.1
Electrical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Gain:
Gain Adjustment:
Uplink Power:
Downlink Power
Uplink
Downlink
Noise Figure:
AGC:
VSWR:
RF Connectors:
operational:
Temperature range
storage:
IP3:
Alarms Fitted:
(non-latching, volt-free relay
contacts/TTL)
SPECIFICATION
851-869MHz (Downlink)
806-824MHz (Uplink)
160.2-161.8MHz (Simplex/Duplex)
18MHz (UHF)
1.6MHz (VHF)
>100dB (Uplink)
>90dB (Downlink)
0 - 30dB (in 2dB steps)
>5.0Watts (UHF)
>5.0Watts (VHF)
>40.0Watts (UHF)
>5.0Watts (VHF)
+43dBm
+50dBm
<6dB
-25dBm (factory set in channel module)
better than 1.5:1
N type, female
-10°C to +55°C
-40°C to +70°C
PSU’s
Amplifiers
Channel modules
Door (Wall mount cases)
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3.2
Channel Frequency Listing
Channel
No.
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
User
Group
SD Trolley
SD Trolley
SD Trolley
SD Trolley
SD Trolley
SD Trolley
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SD City (PD/FD)
SDSU Security
SDSU Security
SD City (PD/FD)
TBD
TBD
Frequencies (MHz)
Downlink Uplink
160.6650
160.9350
160.3800
160.9050
160.7100
161.4150
161.2950
161.2950
161.5650
160.7550
160.5300
160.5300
800 MHz Band
860.0500
815.0500
860.0250
815.0250
859.0500
814.0500
859.0250
814.0250
858.0500
813.0500
858.0250
813.0250
857.0500
812.0500
860.0000
815.0000
859.0000
814.0000
858.0000
813.0000
857.0250
812.0250
857.0000
812.0000
856.0500
811.0500
856.0250
811.0250
862.0500
817.0500
862.1000
817.1000
863.0500
818.0500
864.0500
819.0500
865.5000
820.0500
868.5750
823.5750
866.3875
821.3875
00
811.1500
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
Status
Duplex
Duplex (Note1)
Duplex
Simplex
Duplex
Simplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex (Note 2)
Duplex (Note 2)
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex (Note 2)
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex (Note 4)
Duplex (Note 4)
Duplex (Note 3)
TBD
TBD
Note 1: Channel 2 uplink frequency was changed to 160.9050 MHz from 161.9050MHz as
required by the Authority.
Note 2: Channel 4, 5 & 10 uplink frequency changed to 813.0500 MHz, 813.0250MHz, &
813.0000MHz from 816.050 MHz, 816.0250MHz & 816.000MHz respectively.
Note 3: Channel 22 is new frequency pair for SD City with 25KHz channel spacing.
Note 4: Channel 20 & 21 are analogue radio system with digital modulation (3600bps) and the
donor site for these channels has azimuth of 150 degree. The Azimuth of CH 1 to Ch 19
and the new CH 22 is 40 degree.
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3.3
Mechanical Specifications
3.3.1
Rack Mounted Equipment Mechanical Specifications
PARAMETER
Height:
Rack
Width:
Depth:
Height:
Shelves:
Width:
Depth:
operational
storage:
Weight:
Humidity:
RF Connectors:
Environmental Protection:
Case:
Heatsinks:
Finish:
Handles:
Fascias
Temperature
Range:
3.3.2
SPECIFICATION
40U Standard Eurorack
19" (482.6mm)
600mm (800 optional)
See parts lists
19" (482.6mm)
<400mm(excluding heatsinks, connectors,
handles and feet)
-10°C to +55°C
-40°C to +70°C
>5-15*kg
5 – 95% non-condensing
N type female
IP54
Alocrom
Matt black
Alloy
Painted to RAL7032
Unit supplied with suitable supply input
Supply Cable: leads, connector and specified length of
cable (where appropriate)
Note: Individual shelf weight not specified.
Wall Mounted Equipment (50-078017 & 80-209302)
PARAMETER
SPECIFICATION
Height: 620mm
Case size
Width: 420mm
Depth: 250mm
(excluding heatsinks, connectors, handles and feet)
Fixings: 4 holes on 470(w) x 500(h)mm
operational: -10°C to +60°C
Temperature
Range:
storage: -40°C to +70°C
Weight: >30kg
RF Connectors: N type female
Environmental Protection: IP65 (with door closed and all ports terminated)
Case: To RAL 7032/5
Finish:
Heatsinks: Matt black (where fitted)
Handles: Black Technopolymer
Unit supplied with suitable supply input leads
Supply Cable:
with connector and appropriate length of cable.
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3.4
3.4.1
Parts Lists
Whole System Parts List (50-078001)
AFL Part Nō.
50-078002
50-078003
50-078004
50-078010/1
50-078010/2
50-078011/1
50-078011/2
50-078011/3
50-078011/4
50-078012
50-078013
50-078014
50-078015
50-078017
60-020608
80-209302
Part Description
800MHz AIR I/F + BSCE UPLINK SHELF
800MHz 8CH CHANNEL MOD. SHELF
800MHz 40W HPA / DRIVER SHELF
VHF SIMPLEX SHELF
VHF SIMPLEX SHELF
VHF DUPLEX SHELF
VHF DUPLEX SHELF
VHF DUPLEX SHELF
VHF DUPLEX SHELF
VHF AIR I/F SHELF
VHF COMBINER SHELF
VHF PSU SHELF
VHF/ 800 Tx MULTICOUPLER
800MHz IN LINE AMPLIFIER
40U SWING FRAME CABINET Q104362
12V 160Ah BATTERY BACK UP STANDARD
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800MHz AIF Uplink Shelf 50-078002 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
02-007201
05-002602
05-003801
10-000701
11-005902
11-006702
12-018001
14-000225
17-001109
17-001201
20-001601
50-012820
50-012822
50-012825
50-027720
80-090822
80-310420
91-030002
91-130005
91-500025
91-510003
91-510004
91-510032
91-520001
91-520005
91-520010
91-600007
91-600014
91-600015
91-660001
96-110034
96-300057
96-700034
96-700035
96-900018
97-400005
99-200008
99-200017
Part Description
900MHz 8POLE 10-20MHz B/W SMA
900MHz SPLITTER/COMBINER, 20W
3WAY GEN.SPLIT 900MHz GEN.ASS
1/4W0-30dB SWITCHED ATTENUATOR
900MHz LOW NOISE AMP WITH RELAY ASS
GA 800-1000MHz LNA 29dB (WITH RELAY
PA 800-960MHz 10W 30dB
CASE RAIL LONG R.S.A./R.F.A.
CE AGC UNIT LOG DET/AMP ASSY (12v)
C/E AGC UNIT ATTENUATOR ASSY
12V RELAY BOARD
CCE RACK MOUNTED 8U CHASSIS
CCE RACK MOUNTED LID
CCE RACK MOUNTED HEATSINK BRACKET
RACK MTD CHAN C.E. MODIFIED HEATSIN
C/E 8U FRONT PANEL, AFL (RAL7035)
BCC 400W POWER SUPPLY HEATSINK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
SMA BULKHEAD ADAPTOR F/F
3 PIN RIGHT ANGLE FREE PLUG NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
3 PIN PNL.MOUNT SOCKET NC-X
20A SOCKET CONTACT PIN
PWR MAINS INL FIXED/SOLD.TERMS
MAINS LEAD (KETTLE, IEC)
MAINS RETAINING CLIP
'D' 9 WAY BLACK SHELL
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 9 WAY PLUG S/B (NON FILTERED)
2W5 MIXED D TYPE SOCKET (7 WAY)
FUSE HOLDER 16-30A, 32mm BODY
15V 27A PSU 400W (XP BCC)
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
AC TRIP SWITCH (5 AMP M.C.B.)
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE LABEL 2x2'
CAUTION HEAVY LABEL 75x55mm
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800MHz 8 Channel, Channel Module Shelf 50-078003 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
05-003302
17-002101
17-002103
17-003022
17-003023
17-003024
17-003025
17-003028
17-003029
17-009127
91-100004
91-500001
91-510003
91-600007
91-600014
91-600015
92-280033
96-110001
96-110007
97-000002
97-600001
97-600002
Part Description
4 WAY SPLITTER GSM 900MHz
CHANNEL CONTROL MODULE
26WAY RIBBON CABLE LEAD
MODULE PATTERNED LEAVE
SUBRACK SIDE PANEL
SUBRACK REAR BRACKET
BOTTOM MODULE GUIDE
MODULE SQUARE LEAVE
TOP MODULE GUIDE
CHAN MOD 810-860MHz 30KHz 8p TCXO
SMA PLUG ELBOW UT-85/RG405
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D' 9 WAY BLACK SHELL
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 9 WAY PLUG S/B (NON FILTERED)
Captive Screw
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
T 1.6A A.SURGE FUSE 20mm
BLACK MODULE CAGE RUNNER
SUBRACK FRONT HORIZ
SUBRACK M2.5 STD TAP
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800MHz 40W Amplifier Shelf 50-078004 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
02-007201
05-002602
10-000901
11-005802
12-018002
14-000225
50-012820
50-012822
50-012825
50-027720
80-090822
80-310420
91-030002
91-510032
91-520001
91-520005
91-520010
91-600007
91-600014
91-600015
91-660001
96-300057
96-700034
96-700035
96-900018
97-400005
99-200008
99-200017
Part Description
900MHz 8POLE 10-20MHz B/W SMA
900MHz SPLITTER/COMBINER, 20W
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
900MHz DRIVER STAGE WITH RELAY
PA 800-960MHz 20W CLASS A
CASE RAIL LONG R.S.A./R.F.A.
CCE RACK MOUNTED 8U CHASSIS
CCE RACK MOUNTED LID
CCE RACK MOUNTED HEATSINK BRACKET
RACK MTD CHAN C.E. MODIFIED HEATSIN
C/E 8U FRONT PANEL, AFL (RAL7035)
BCC 400W POWER SUPPLY HEATSINK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
20A SOCKET CONTACT PIN
PWR MAINS INL FIXED/SOLD.TERMS
MAINS LEAD (KETTLE, IEC)
MAINS RETAINING CLIP
'D' 9 WAY BLACK SHELL
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 9 WAY PLUG S/B (NON FILTERED)
2W5 MIXED D TYPE SOCKET (7 WAY)
15V 27A PSU 400W (XP BCC)
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
AC TRIP SWITCH (5 AMP M.C.B.)
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE LABEL 2x2'
CAUTION HEAVY LABEL 75x55mm
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VHF Simplex Shelf 50-078010/1
AFL Part Nō.
08-930002
10-000901
11-001202
12-002213
12-002220
12-002804
12-002820
12-004902
13-001803
13-001822
13-002811
17-001201
17-002802
17-009135
19-000826
19-000921
19-000924
80-063920
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-600001
91-600014
91-620001
91-700017
93-540035
93-980109
96-110001
96-300014
96-700017
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
2 PORT ISOLATOR 150-300MHz SMA
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
10/600MHz LNA 24v SMA Alarm
3 STAGE ALARM/SIMPLEXMUTE PCB SUB-ASS
3 STAGE ALARM PCB COVER
SINGLE CH. ALARM/SIMPLEX MUTE BOARD
SINGLE CHANNEL ALARM COVER
POWER AMP VHF 5W CLASS AB
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
DC-DC CON 24V-5V/15V COVER
SIMPLEX CONTROLLER PCB ASSEMBLY
C/E AGC UNIT ATTENUATOR ASSY
SIMPLEX C.E Rx/SQUELCH & AF (SMD)
VHF 15Kstep CH MOD 15kHz 8p BW+IFRX
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
3U 19" UNIT FRONT PANEL FAB
HEATSINK 2U ASS140 (5W) MILCHBUCK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D'TYPE 9 WAY PLUG S/B TERM
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 25 WAY SOCKET S/B TERM
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
1K3 0.25W 1% RES MRS25 M:F
161.295MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
PSU VOLTS ADJUSTER
LED AMBER 5mm SEALED IP66
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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VHF Simplex Shelf 50-078010/2 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
08-930002
10-000901
11-001202
12-002213
12-002220
12-002804
12-002820
12-004902
13-001803
13-001822
13-002811
17-001201
17-002802
17-009135
19-000826
19-000921
19-000924
80-063920
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-600001
91-600014
91-620001
91-700017
93-540035
93-980112
96-110001
96-300014
96-700017
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
2 PORT ISOLATOR 150-300MHz SMA
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
10/600MHz LNA 24v SMA Alarm
3 STAGE ALM/SIMPLEXMUTE PCB SUB-ASS
3 STAGE ALARM PCB COVER
SINGLE CH. ALARM/SIMPLEX MUTE BOARD
SINGLE CHANNEL ALARM COVER
POWER AMP VHF 5W CLASS AB
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
DC-DC CON 24V-5V/15V COVER
SIMPLEX CONTROLLER PCB ASSEMBLY
C/E AGC UNIT ATTENUATOR ASSY
SIMPLEX C.E Rx/SQUELCH & AF (SMD)
VHF 15Kstep CH MOD 15kHz 8p BW+IFRX
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
3U 19" UNIT FRONT PANEL FAB
HEATSINK 2U ASS140 (5W) MILCHBUCK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D'TYPE 9 WAY PLUG S/B TERM
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 25 WAY SOCKET S/B TERM
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
1K3 0.25W 1% RES MRS25 M:F
160.530MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
PSU VOLTS ADJUSTER
LED AMBER 5MM SEALED IP66
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/1 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
08-930002
10-000901
11-006002
12-002201
12-002203
12-002220
12-004902
13-001803
13-001822
13-002812
17-001105
17-009135
19-000826
19-000921
19-000924
80-063920
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-600001
91-600014
91-620001
91-700017
93-980103
93-980104
96-110001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
2 PORT ISOLATOR 150-300MHz SMA
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
LNA VHF 70-500MHz WITH RELAY
3 STAGE AMPLIFIER ALARM BOARD
3 STAGE ALARM BOARD SIMPLEX
3 STAGE ALARM PCB COVER
POWER AMP VHF 5W CLASS AB
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
DC-DC CON 24V-5V/15V COVER
SWITCH VERSION OF SIMPLEX CONT.
CE AGC UNIT LOG DET/AMP ASSY (24v)
VHF 15Kstep CH MOD 15kHz 8p BW+IFRX
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
3U 19" UNIT FRONT PANEL FAB
HEATSINK 2U ASS140 (5W) MILCHBUCK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D'TYPE 9 WAY PLUG S/B TERM
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 25 WAY SOCKET S/B TERM
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
160.665MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
160.935MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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3.4.8
VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/2 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
08-930002
10-000901
11-006002
12-002201
12-002203
12-002220
12-004902
13-001803
13-001822
13-002812
17-001105
17-009135
19-000826
19-000921
19-000924
80-063920
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-600001
91-600014
91-620001
91-700017
93-980105
93-980106
96-110001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
2 PORT ISOLATOR 150-300MHz SMA
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
LNA VHF 70-500MHz WITH RELAY
3 STAGE AMPLIFIER ALARM BOARD
3 STAGE ALARM BOARD SIMPLEX
3 STAGE ALARM PCB COVER
POWER AMP VHF 5W CLASS AB
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
DC-DC CON 24V-5V/15V COVER
SWITCH VERSION OF SIMPLEX CONT.
CE AGC UNIT LOG DET/AMP ASSY (24v)
VHF 15Kstep CH MOD 15kHz 8p BW+IFRX
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
3U 19" UNIT FRONT PANEL FAB
HEATSINK 2U ASS140 (5W) MILCHBUCK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D'TYPE 9 WAY PLUG S/B TERM
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 25 WAY SOCKET S/B TERM
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
160.380MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
160.905MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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3.4.9
VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/3 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
08-930002
10-000901
11-006002
12-002201
12-002203
12-002220
12-004902
13-001803
13-001822
13-002812
17-001105
17-009135
19-000826
19-000921
19-000924
80-063920
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-600001
91-600014
91-620001
91-700017
93-980107
93-980108
96-110001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
2 PORT ISOLATOR 150-300MHz SMA
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
LNA VHF 70-500MHz WITH RELAY
3 STAGE AMPLIFIER ALARM BOARD
3 STAGE ALARM BOARD SIMPLEX
3 STAGE ALARM PCB COVER
POWER AMP VHF 5W CLASS AB
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
DC-DC CON 24V-5V/15V COVER
SWITCH VERSION OF SIMPLEX CONT.
CE AGC UNIT LOG DET/AMP ASSY (24v)
VHF 15Kstep CH MOD 15kHz 8p BW+IFRX
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
3U 19" UNIT FRONT PANEL FAB
HEATSINK 2U ASS140 (5W) MILCHBUCK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D'TYPE 9 WAY PLUG S/B TERM
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 25 WAY SOCKET S/B TERM
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
160.710MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
161.415MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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3.4.10 VHF Duplex Shelf 50-078011/4 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
08-930002
10-000901
11-006002
12-002201
12-002203
12-002220
12-004902
13-001803
13-001822
13-002812
17-001105
17-009135
19-000826
19-000921
19-000924
80-063920
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-600001
91-600014
91-620001
91-700017
93-980110
93-980111
96-110001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
2 PORT ISOLATOR 150-300MHz SMA
SW. ATTENUATOR 0.25W 0-15dB
LNA VHF 70-500MHz WITH RELAY
3 STAGE AMPLIFIER ALARM BOARD
3 STAGE ALARM BOARD SIMPLEX
3 STAGE ALARM PCB COVER
POWER AMP VHF 5W CLASS AB
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
DC-DC CON 24V-5V/15V COVER
SWITCH VERSION OF SIMPLEX CONT.
CE AGC UNIT LOG DET/AMP ASSY (24v)
VHF 15Kstep CH MOD 15kHz 8p BW+IFRX
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
3U 19" UNIT FRONT PANEL FAB
HEATSINK 2U ASS140 (5W) MILCHBUCK
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
'D'TYPE 9 WAY PLUG S/B TERM
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
'D' 25 WAY SOCKET S/B TERM
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
161.565MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
160.755MHz CRYSTAL FILT FAN4M52500
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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3.4.11 VHF Air Interface Shelf 50-078012 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
01-002503
05-002901
05-003401
07-005401
11-004802
12-002801
13-001803
19-000826
19-000921
80-024203
80-063627
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
91-700017
93-540035
96-110001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
Part Description
FILTER VHF H/B 6 SMA S 100W
3dB BROADBAND SPLITTER SMA 1WATT
4 WAY SPLITTER LOW POWER
160-470MHz 3 WAY SPLITTER
450MHz (10dB GAIN) LNA 12V.
SINGLE CHANNEL ALARM BOARD STD
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
TRANSMITTER HYBD COUPL.3 PORT
3U FRONT PANEL FOR H/S 80-063920
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
ICD 15 WAY 0.1' CONNECTOR
1K3 0.25W 1% RES MRS25 M:F
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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01-002503
05-002901
07-005401
11-006002
13-001803
19-000826
19-000921
80-024203
80-063627
91-030002
91-500001
91-510003
93-540035
96-110001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400005
FILTER VHF H/B 6 SMA S 100W
3dB BROADBAND SPLITTER SMA 1WATT
160-470MHz 3 WAY SPLITTER
LNA VHF 70-500MHz WITH RELAY
DUAL DC/DC CONVERTER 24V-12V 1A
2U,3U,4U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP LID
3U 19" UNIT 400 DEEP CHASSIS + BKT
TRANSMITTER HYBD COUPL.3 PORT
3U FRONT PANEL FOR H/S 80-063920
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
POWER PLG 3 PIN PNL.MOUNT NC-X
3 PIN R.ANGLE FREE SOC.NC-X.
1K3 0.25W 1% RES MRS25 M:F
FUSE HOLDER 20 x 5mm6.3A
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
HANDLE TYPE H6802 3U [ALLOY]
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3.4.13 VHF PSU Shelf 50-078014 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
13-003301
20-001602
80-008920
80-008921
80-008922
80-008925
80-020632
91-500025
91-510004
91-510035
91-520001
91-520005
91-520010
91-520032
91-600015
91-800014
94-100004
96-100001
96-300054
96-600001
96-700035
96-900017
97-400002
Part Description
MAINS FILTER 8AMP ASSEMBLY
24V RELAY BOARD
DUAL PSU HEATSINK
DUAL PSU CASE
DUAL PSU LID
DUAL PSU FRONT PANEL
2U CHASSIS LID FIXING RAIL
3 PIN RIGHT ANGLE FREE PLUG NC-X
3 PIN PNL.MOUNT SOCKET NC-X
3 WAY MATE N LOK PLUG HOUSING
PWR MAINS INL FIXED/SOLD.TERMS
MAINS LEAD (KETTLE, IEC)
MAINS RETAINING CLIP
MATE N LOK SOCKET CONTACT 20/14 AWG
'D' 9 WAY PLUG S/B (NON FILTERED)
3 WAY TERMINAL BLOCK
STPS12045TV 60A DUAL DIODE
20x5mm,10A FUSE HOLDER/CARRIER
24V 17A PSU 400W (XP BCC)
INSULATING BOOT LARGE
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
AC TRIP SWITCH (3 AMP M.C.B.)
HANDLE TYPE H6803 4U.[ALLOY]
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3.4.14 VHF/800MHz Tx Multi-coupler Shelf 50-078015 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
05-002602
05-002901
05-003401
05-003801
07-004101
07-005401
07-005705
07-014002
19-001122K
80-024203
91-030002
Part Description
900MHz SPLITTER/COMBINER, 20W
3dB BROADBAND SPLITTER SMA 1WATT
4 WAY SPLITTER LOW POWER
3WAY GEN.SPLIT 900MHz GEN.ASS
70-1000MHz 3dB SPLITTER/COMBINER
160-470MHz 3 WAY SPLITTER
CROSSBAND CPLR XC 250/380 SMA
6dB 170-2200MHz DIRECTIONAL COUPLE
5U CHASSIS KIT (450mm deep)
TRANSMITTER HYBD COUPL.3 PORT
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
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3.4.15 800Mhz In-Line Amplifier (Wall-Mount Case) 50-078017 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
02-007201
07-005705
10-000701
11-005902
12-018002
12-018601
17-000126
17-000526
17-001109
17-001201
17-009020
20-001601
80-031820
80-032320
91-030002
91-500011
91-500015
91-500016
91-510032
91-600007
91-600014
91-660001
96-700034
96-700035
97-400010
97-900003
Part Description
900MHz 8POLE 10-20MHz B/W SMA
CROSSBAND CPLR XC 250/380 SMA
1/4W0-30dB SWITCHED ATTENUATOR
900MHz LOW NOISE AMP WITH RELAY ASS
PA 800-960MHz 20W CLASS A
POWER AMPLIFIER 900MHz 5W
CELL ENHANCER LABEL 6 DIGIT
CE 10/20W HEATSINK THERMAL GASKET
CE AGC UNIT LOG DET/AMP ASSY (12v)
C/E AGC UNIT ATTENUATOR ASSY
ENCLOSURE 620 x 420 x 250 (3 H/S) ALU
12V RELAY BOARD
20W PA HEATSINK (NEEDS 17-000526)
10W PA HEATSINK (NEEDS 17-000526)
N ADAPTOR PANEL FEMALE:FEMALE
PWR 3POLE PNL PLUG SEALED IP68
PWR CON CAP SEALED with INT. THREAD
PWR 6POLE PNL PLUG SEALED IP68
20A SOCKET CONTACT PIN
'D' 9 WAY BLACK SHELL
'D' 9 WAY SOCKET S/B (NON FILTERED)
2W5 MIXED D TYPE SOCKET (7 WAY)
LED RED 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES. 24V
LED GREEN 5mm IP67 INTEGRAL RES 24V
BLACK PLASTIC HANDLE 50mm HIGH
RUBBER FOOT 1 1:2' DIA.
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3.4.16 12V 160Ahour Battery Back-Up 80-209302 Parts List
AFL Part Nō.
17-000526
17-004833
20-001601
50-046922
50-046923
50-046924
50-046926
50-046927
50-046928
50-046929
50-046930
50-046931
50-046932
50-046933
50-046934
50-046935
50-046936
50-046937
80-061003
80-160020
80-310420
90-100003
90-300045
90-400013
90-600026
91-500011
91-500015
91-500016
91-510013
91-510035
91-520032
91-800015
91-800016
91-800017
91-800027
91-800028
91-800029
91-800031
91-800066
93-510081
93-540035
94-030015
Part Description
CE 10/20W HEATSINK THERMAL GASKET
BATTERY BACK UP LABEL
12V RELAY BOARD
HEATSINK COVER (A) FOR DIODES
DOOR VENT MESH
BATTERY BACK UP UNIT DIODE HEATSINK
BATTERY BACK UP UNIT BACK PANEL
HEATSINK COVER (B) FOR DIODES
COVERS A & B FIXING STRIP
BATTERY BACK UP CASE
BBU BATTERY REAR BRACKET
BBU BATTERY CLAMPING BRACKET
BBU TOP BATTERY LOCATION PLATE
BBU BATTERY BASE TRAY
BBU BATTERY CLAMPING STUD
BBU LOWER BATTERY CLAMPING BAR
BBU TOP BAT LOCATION PLATE SPACER
CHARG'R AL'M INDIC'R PL'T&SILK SC'N
LOW VOLTAGE 12v BATT DISC PCB PARTS
AC TRIP SWITCH BOX-TWIN MTG BKT
BCC 400W POWER SUPPLY HEATSINK
MAINS LEAD '6 AMP'
BATT.BACKUP LEADS (2
CE/BBU ALARM LINK LEAD 4 CORE
HEATSHRINK SLEEVE 4.8mm BLACK%
PWR 3POLE PNL PLUG SEALED IP68
PWR CON CAP SEALED with INT. THREAD
PWR 6POLE PNL PLUG SEALED IP68
PWR CON CAP SEALED with Ext. THREAD
3 WAY MATE N LOK PLUG HOUSING
MATE N LOK SOCKET CONTACT 20/14 AWG
TRIPLE DECK TERMINAL BLOCK
TRIPLE DECK TERMINAL JUMPER
TRIPLE DECK TERMINAL END
DIN RAIL NON-FUSED TERMINAL BLOCK
DIN RAIL END-STOP
DIN RAIL TERMINAL BLOCK PARTITION
SYMETRIC 35x7.5mm DIN RAIL
DIN RAIL END COVER
0R05 50W RESISTOR ALUMINIUM CLAD
1K3 0.25W 1% RES MRS25 M:F
IXFN170N10 PWR MOSFET (MINI-BLOC)
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94-100004
96-000004
96-100004
96-100006
96-110015
96-110042
96-300057
96-700002
96-700005
96-900018
96-920002
96-920008
96-920011
96-920012
97-100047
97-300010
97-400010
97-900004
99-200003
99-200008
99-200017
STPS12045TV 60A DUAL DIODE
38AH 12V S.L.A. BATTERY
32mm 20A FUSE HOLDER
FUSE HOLDER ATO IN-LINE
T 15A A/SURGE FUSE 1.25'
15A ATO FUSE
15V 27A PSU 400W (XP BCC)
LED.GREEN 5mm SEALED IP66
LED.RED 5mm SEALED IP66
AC TRIP SWITCH (5 AMP M.C.B.)
DPDT MINI TOGGLE SWITCH
PUSH BUTTON SWITCH RED (SPNO)
PROXIMITY SWITCH
PROXIMITY SWITCH MAGNET
LOUVRE VENT PANEL 70mm RAL7035
C/E SUPPLY INPUT COVER
BLACK PLASTIC HANDLE 50mm HIGH
RUBBER FOOT FOR CELL ENHANCERS
WARNING LABELS DISCONNECT MAINS
DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE LABEL 2x2'
CAUTION HEAVY LABEL 75x55mm
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H/book Number:-50-078001HBKM
+25dBm
A LC
DET
+26dBm
Issue No:-A
Date:-02/09/2004
26dBm
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
dB
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
dB
8 CHN M ODUL E 50-078003
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
dB
dB
0dB
0dB
dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
50-078011
50-078011
0dB
0dB
dB
dB
0dB
dB
S QL
S QL
0dB
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dB
dB
0dB
dB
S QL
S QL
0dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
50-078010
dB
50-078010
-2dBm -21dBm
-35dBm
-52dBm -72dBm
37dBm -22dBm
-15dBm
-55dBm
-51dBm
dB
VHF BI-DIRECTIONAL AMP(SIMPLEX)
dB
VHF BI-DIRECTIONAL AMP(SIMPLEX)
dB
dB
-98dBm -56dBm
-32dBm
-19dBm 0dBm
-90dBm -77dBm
-57dBm
-11dBm
-20dBm 37dBm
VHF BI-DIRECTIONAL AMP
50-078011
dB
VHF BI-DIRECTIONAL AMP
dB
dB
VHF BI-DIRECTIONAL AMP
dB
-66dBm
11dBm
-60dBm
-77dBm -75dBm
-57dBm
VHF COMBINER
50-078013
20dBm
14dBm
18dBm
17dBm
24dBm
21dBm
Q110730
6dB
East Tunnel 'B'
East Tunnel 'A'
East Mezzanine-UL
East Mezzanine-DL
West Mezzanine-UL
West Mezzanine-DL
Space Antenna (Platform South Side)
Space Antenna (Platform North Side)
West Tunnel 'B'
West Tunnel 'A'
VHF LEVELS IN ITALICS
800MHz LEVELS NORMAL
DOWNLINK
UPLINK
Mission Valley
-74dBm
-65dBm
-71dBm
6dB
-64dBm
(+LONGDITUDE LOSS)
-71dBm -65dBm
-79dBm
UPLINK & DOWNLINK
DISTRIBUTION CABINET
12dBm
31dBm
27dBm
37dBm
28dBm
800MHz HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER
50-078004
dB
-25dBm
-22dBm
-51dBm
-80dBm
-5dBm
-24dBm
-52dBm
-81dBm
VHF BI-DIRECTIONAL AMP
50-078011
28dBm
36.5dBm
31dBm
-90dBm
-82dBm
-92dBm
dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
8 CHN M ODUL E 50-078003
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
17-009127
-52dBm
-25dBm -37dBm
-33dBm -19dBm -25dBm
-12dBm
17dBm
-36dBm
-22dBm -31dBm
-27dBm
-39dBm -22dBm -26dBm
18dBm
800MHz OFF AIR REPEATER
800MHz HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER
8 CHN M ODUL E 50-078003
50-078002
50-078004
-66dBm
VHF AIR INTERFACE
50-078012
+24dBm
-65dBm
dB
dB
6dB
6dB
6dB
North Mezzanine
6dB
A LC
DET
dB
6dB
6dB
6dB
dB
Corridor (M211)
Stairs 2 (P102)
6dB
Power Room (M238)
East Mech. (M235)
Mechanical Room
(M204)
Exit Stairs
dB
800MHz TUNNEL IN LINE AMPLIFIER
A LC
DET
dB
800MHz TUNNEL IN LINE AMPLIFIER
Stairs (P104)
Stairs (P103)
Store Room (M210)
Stairs (P101)
West Tunnel 'B'
Fire Exit Stair 2
West Tunnel 'A'
Fire Exit Stair 1
4.
SYSTEM DRAWINGS
24 Channel 800MHz & VHF Simplex/Duplex Cell Enhancers System Diagram
4.1
4.2
Generic Wall Mounted Cases Outline Drawing (50-078017 & 80-209302)
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5.
SUB-UNIT MODULES
5.1
5.1.1
Bandpass Filters (02-007201 & 01-002503)
Description
The bandpass filters are multi-section designs with a bandwidth dependent upon the
passband frequencies, (both tuned to customer requirements). The response shape is
basically Chebyshev with a passband design ripple of 0.1dB. The filters are of slot coupled,
folded combline design, and are carefully aligned during manufacture in order to optimise
the insertion loss, VSWR and intermodulation characteristics of the unit. The tuned elements
are silver-plated to reduce surface ohmic losses and maintain a good VSWR figure and 50Ω
load at the input and output ports.
Being passive devices, the bandpass filters should have an extremely long operational life
and require no maintenance. Should a filter be suspect, it is usually most time efficient to
replace the module rather than attempt repair or re-tuning.
5.1.2
Technical Specification (02-007201)
PARAMETER
Response Type
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Number of Sections:
Insertion Loss:
VSWR:
Power Handling:
Temperature
operation:
range:
storage:
Weight:
5.1.3
SPECIFICATION
Chebyshev
800 - 950MHz (tuned to spec.)
10-25MHz (tuned to spec.)
1.0 dB
better than 1.2:1
100W max
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
3 kg (typical)
Technical Specification (01-002503)
SPECIFICATION
Response type:
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Nō. of sections:
Insertion loss:
VSWR:
Power Handling:
operate:
Temperature range:
store:
Weight:
Size:
PARAMETER
Chebyshev
135 – 250MHz
3.5MHz (tuned to spec.)
1.2dB
Better than 1.2:1
100W maximum
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
3 kg
384 x 82.5 x 56.4mm
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5.2
5.2.1
900MHz Splitter/Combiner (05-002602)
Description
The Splitter/Combiner used is a device for accurately matching two or more RF signals to
single or multiple ports, whilst maintaining an accurate 50Ω load to all inputs/outputs and
ensuring that the VSWR and insertion losses are kept to a minimum. Any unused ports will
be terminated with an appropriate 50Ω load.
Being passive devices, the splitters should have an extremely long operational life and
require no maintenance. Should a unit be suspect, it is usually most time efficient to replace
the whole module rather than attempt repair or re-tuning.
Being passive devices, the splitters should have an extremely long operational life and
require no maintenance. Should a unit be suspect, it is usually most time efficient to replace
the whole module rather than attempt repair or re-tuning.
5.2.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency
Narrowband:
Range:
Broadband:
Narrowband:
Bandwidth:
Broadband:
Input ports:
Output ports:
Narrowband:
Insertion loss:
Broadband:
Return loss input & output:
Impedance:
Narrowband:
Isolation:
Broadband:
MTFB:
Splitting:
Power rating:
Combining:
Connectors:
Weight:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
815 – 960MHz
800 – 1200MHz
145MHz
400MHz
3.3dB
3.5dB
1.3:1
50Ω
>20dB
>18dB
>180,000 hours
20Watts
0.5Watt
SMA female
200g (approximately)
54 x 44 x 21mm (including
connectors)
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5.3
5.3.1
1 Watt 3dB Broadband Splitter (05-002901)
Description
The 1 Watt, 3dB Splitter/Combiner used is a device for accurately matching two or more RF
signals to single or multiple ports, whilst maintaining an accurate 50Ω load to all
inputs/outputs and ensuring that the VSWR and insertion losses are kept to a minimum. Any
unused ports will be terminated with an appropriate 50Ω load.
5.3.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Inputs:
Outputs:
Insertion Loss:
Isolation:
Return Loss (VSWR) – Input:
Return Loss (VSWR) – Output:
Impedance:
Power Rating – Splitter:
Power Rating – Combiner:
Connectors:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
100 - 520 MHz
380 MHz
3.5 dB (typical)
>18 dB
Better than 1.3:1
Better than 1.3:1
50 Ω
20 Watts
1.0 Watt
SMA female
54 x 44 x 21 mm (including
connectors)
Weight: 200 gm (approximately)
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5.4
5.4.1
Four Way Splitter (05-003302)
Description
The Splitter/Combiner used is a device for accurately matching two or more RF signals to
single or multiple ports, whilst maintaining an accurate 50Ω load to all inputs/outputs and
ensuring that the VSWR and insertion losses are kept to a minimum. Any unused ports
will be terminated with an appropriate 50Ω load.
5.4.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Rejection:
Insertion loss:
Connectors:
Weight:
operational
Temperature
range:
storage
5.5
5.5.1
SPECIFICATION
700-900MHz
200MHz
>14dB
7.5dB (in band, typical)
SMA
<1.5kg
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
Four Way Hybrid Splitter (05-003401)
Description
The hybrid splitter used is a device for accurately matching one or more RF signals to
single or multiple ports, whilst maintaining an accurate 50Ω load to all inputs/outputs and
ensuring that the VSWR and insertion losses are kept to a minimum. Any unused ports
would be terminated with an appropriate 50Ω load.
5.5.2
Technical Specification 05-003401
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Rejection:
Insertion loss:
Connectors:
Weight:
operational
Temperature
range:
storage
SPECIFICATION
70 – 250MHz
180MHz
>14dB
6.5dB (in band, typical)
SMA
<1.5kg
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
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5.6
5.6.1
3 Way Splitter/Combiner (05-003801)
Description
The 3 way Splitter/Combiner used is a ‘Zinger’ type design for accurately matching three
RF signals to a single port, whilst maintaining an accurate balance between ports, and
ensuring that the VSWR and insertion losses attain the best possible specification. They are
specialist passive devices and must be replaced in the unlikely event of failure.
5.6.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Inputs:
Outputs:
Insertion Loss:
Isolation:
Return Loss (VSWR) – Input:
Return Loss (VSWR) – Output:
Impedance:
Power Rating – Splitter:
Power Rating – Combiner:
Connectors:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
800-1000MHz
200MHz (typical)
5.2 dB (typical)
>18 dB
Better than 1.35:1
Better than 1.35:1
50 Ω
20 Watts
0.5 Watt
SMA female
54 x 44 x 21 mm (including
connectors)
Weight: 200 gm (approximately)
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5.7
Wideband 3dB Splitter (07-004101)
5.7.1
Description
This wideband, 2 way hybrid splitter, is an AFL stock item with many years of
reliable service. The successful construction of such a device, relies largely on a pcb
developed within a rigid specification, skilled assembly and testing. Insertion loss
quoted is a typical figure, any unit will be within 5% of this figure.
5.7.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Split ratio:
Insertion Loss:
Isolation:
Power rating:
VSWR:
Available connectors:
operation:
Temperature
range:
storage:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
70-1000MHz
1:2
3.2dB (typical)
>20dB
1.0 Watt
Better than 1.3:1
BNC, N type, SMA
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
Circa 200gms
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5.8
5.8.1
VHF/UHF 3-Way Splitter (07-005401)
Description
The 3dB Splitter/Combiner used is a device for accurately matching two or more RF signals
to single or multiple ports, whilst maintaining an accurate 50Ω load to all inputs/outputs and
ensuring that the VSWR and insertion losses are kept to a minimum. Any unused ports will
be terminated with an appropriate 50Ω load.
5.8.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Inputs:
Outputs:
Insertion Loss:
Isolation:
Return Loss (VSWR) – Input:
Return Loss (VSWR) – Output:
Impedance:
Power Rating – Splitter:
Power Rating – Combiner:
Connectors:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
160-470MHz
300MHz
4.5 dB (typical)
>14 dB
Better than 1.3:1
Better than 1.3:1
50 Ω
20 Watts
0.5 Watt
SMA female
54 x 44 x 21 mm (including
connectors)
Weight: 200 gm (approximately)
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5.9
5.9.1
3 Port Tx Hybrid Coupler (80-024203)
Description
The transmitter hybrid couplers provide isolation from unwanted reflected frequencies
to/from the leaky feeder antennas. They are specialist narrow-band 3 port devices, designed
with rejection and power handling as the main criteria. Being passive devices, the hybrid
couplers should be maintenance free over their entire lifetime and have an extremely high
MTBF figure. It is not recommended that the top cover be removed or any of the internal
components needlessly touched, since the original factory alignment/tuning would be
extremely hard to reproduce in a ‘field’ environment.
5.9.2
Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Insertion Loss:
Rejection:
Impedance:
V.S.W.R:
Input to input isolation:
Connectors:
Dimensions:
Power rating:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
140-175 MHz
±10% of fo
3.5dB
-18dB
50Ω
1.2:1
>20dB
Type N Standard
140 x 120 x 35mm
50Watts
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5.10
Crossband Coupler (07-005705)
5.10.1 Description
The purpose of a crossband coupler is to either combine/split transmission signals from
different parts of the frequency spectrum.
The crossband coupler fitted here, is the means by which the separate VHF and UHF
frequency band signals are mixed to form a composite RF signal.
It basically comprises of a 3 port device, two filters, one a low pass the other a high pass,
that are then mixed and fed to a common output. The couplers are built into a machined
aluminium casing having a centre screening wall between the filter sections and lid secured
by screws at frequent intervals over its perimeter to obtain a tight seal and to ensure linearity
and stability of response.
5.10.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
250MHz:
380MHz:
Power Rating:
Number of Input ports:
Number of Output ports:
Insertion loss:
Passband
Isolation:
Impedance:
Connectors:
SPECIFICATION
70-250MHz
380-960MHz
50 Watts (CW)
0.5 dB
> 50 dB
70-250MHz
> 50 dB
380-960MHz
(15 dB typical return loss 500-960)
50 Ω
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5.11
6dB Power Monitor (07-014002)
5.11.1 Description
The purpose of these couplers is to tap off known portions (usually 3-30dB) of RF signal
from transmission lines, either resistively or by induction, and to combine them, for
example through splitter units for different purposes (alarms/monitoring etc.), whilst
maintaining an accurate 50Ω load to all ports/interfaces throughout the specified frequency
range. They are formally known as directional couplers as they couple power from the RF
mainline in one direction only.
Various constructional techniques are used depending on the specification required. These
include microstrip, stripline, coaxial cable and capacitive types.
5.11.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Insertion Loss:
Coupling level:
Rejection:
Weight:
Connectors:
Temperature
operation:
range:
storage:
SPECIFICATION
170 – 2200MHz
<0.3dB
-6dB
N/A
<200gms
N type, female
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
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5.12
2-Port RF Isolator (08-930002)
5.12.1 Description
The purpose of fitting an isolator to the output of a transmitter in a multi-transmitter
environment is such that each output is afforded a degree of isolation from every other. Were
this not to be the case, two simultaneous transmissions could interfere to create
intermodulation products, especially in the non-linear power amplifier output stages of the
transmitters. Whilst this effect would not affect the intelligibility of the two original
transmissions, a further two new transmissions would be created which could themselves
cause interference to third party users.
The ferrite isolator is a ferro-magnetic device, which has directional properties. In the
forward direction, RF arriving at the input is passed to the output with minimal attenuation.
In the reverse direction, RF arriving at the output due to reflected power from a badly
matched load, or due to coupling with another transmitter, is routed into an RF load where it
is absorbed. The isolator therefore functions to prevent reflected RF energy reaching the
power amplifier where it could cause intermodulation products or premature device failure.
5.12.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth (% of centre frequency):
Isolation:
Insertion loss:
V.S.W.R:
Maximum power:
Connector:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
150-300MHz
35dB (typical)
0.25dB (typical
1.15:1 (typical)
200Watts (per carrier)
SMA
200gm (approximately)
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5.13
¼Watt 0- -30dB & 0-15dB Variable Attenuators (10-000701 & 10-000901)
5.13.1 General Application
In many practical applications for Cell Enhancers etc., the gain in each path is found to be
excessive. Therefore, provision is made within the unit for the setting of attenuation in
each path, to reduce the gain.
5.13.2 Switched Attenuators
The AFL switched attenuators are available in two different types; 0 – 30dB in 2 dB
steps, or 0 – 15dB in 1 dB steps. The attenuation is simply set using the four miniature
toggle switches on the top of each unit. Each switch is clearly marked with the
attenuation it provides, and the total attenuation in line is the sum of the values switched
in. They are designed to maintain an accurate 50Ω impedance over their operating
frequency at both input and output.
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5.14
LNA’s (11-001202, 11-005802, 11-005902 11-006002, 11-006702 & 11-004802)
5.14.1 Description
The Gallium-Arsenide low noise amplifiers used in the unit are double stage, solid-state low
noise amplifiers. Class A circuitry is used throughout the units to ensure excellent linearity
and extremely low noise over a very wide dynamic range. The active devices are very
moderately rated to provide a long trouble-free working life. There are no adjustments on
these amplifiers, and in the unlikely event of a failure, then the complete amplifier should be
replaced. This amplifier features its own in-built alarm system which gives a volt-free relay
contact type alarm that is easily integrated into the main alarm system.
5.14.2 Technical Specification (11-001202)
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
1dB Compression point:
3rd order intercept:
Gain:
VSWR:
Noise figure:
Connectors:
Supply:
Temp. range: operational:
storage:
Weight:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
10 - 600MHz
200MHz (as required, tuneable)
>+15 dBm
>+25dBm
20dB (typical)
better than 1.5:1
3.5dB (typical)
SMA female
108mA @ 24V DC
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
0.4kg
88.9 x 50.8 x 31.75 mm (case only)
5.14.3 Technical Specification (11-004802)
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
1dB Compression Point:
3rd Order Intercept:
Gain:
VSWR:
Input return loss:
Noise Figure:
Connectors:
Supply:
operational
Temperature range:
storage:
Size:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
350 - 550MHz
<100MHz (as required, tuneable)
>+29dBm
>+44dBm
>10dB (typical)
better than 1.5:1
>14dB
<4.0dB (typical)
SMA female
300mA at 24V DC
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
88 x 50 x 34mm (ex. connectors)
0.26kg
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5.14.4 Technical Specification (11-005802)
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Gain:
1dB Compression Point:
OIP3:
Input/Output Return Loss:
Noise Figure:
Power Consumption:
Supply Voltage:
Connectors:
operational
Temperature Range:
storage:
Size:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
800 – 960MHz
<170MHz
14.5±0.5dB (typical)
30dBm
46dBm
>18dB
<2.7dB
510-540mA @ 24V DC
10-24V DC
SMA female
-10°C to +55°C
-40°C to +70°C
90 x 55 x 30.2mm
280gm (approximately)
5.14.5 Technical Specification (11-005902)
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Gain:
1dB Compression Point:
OIP3:
Input/Output Return Loss:
Noise Figure:
Power Consumption:
Supply Voltage:
Connectors:
operational:
Temperature Range:
storage:
SPECIFICATION
800 – 960MHz
<170MHz
19.5dB (typical)
21dBm
33dBm
>20dB
1dB (typical)
190mA @ 24V DC
10-24V DC
SMA female
-10°C to +55°C
-40°C to +70°C
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5.14.6 Technical Specification (11-006002)
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Gain:
1dB Compression Point:
3rd order intercept:
Input return loss:
Output return loss:
VSWR:
Noise figure:
Connectors:
Supply:
Size:
operational:
Temperature range:
storage:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
70 – 500MHz
<430MHz
21dB (typical)
+20dB (typical)
+33dB (typical)
>14dB
>20dB
Better than 1.5:1
<2.7dB
SMA female
230 - 260mA @ 10 to 24V DC
88 x 50 x 34mm (ex. connectors)
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
0.26kg
5.14.7 Technical Specification (11-006702)
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Bandwidth:
Gain:
1dB Compression Point:
OIP3:
Input/Output Return Loss:
Noise Figure:
Power Consumption:
Supply Voltage:
Connectors:
operational:
Temperature Range:
storage:
Size:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
800 – 1000MHz
<200MHz
29dB (typical)
20dBm
33dBm
>18dB
1.3dB (typical)
180mA @ 24V DC
10-24V DC
SMA female
-10°C to +55°C
-40°C to +70°C
90 x 55 x 30.2mm
290gms (approximately)
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5.15
5, 10 & 20W 900MHz Power Amplifiers (12-018601, 12-018001 & 12-018002)
5.15.1 Description
These Gallium-Arsenide power amplifiers are Class A 10 & 20W power amplifier from
800-960MHz in a 1 stage balanced configuration. It demonstrates a very high linearity
and a very good input/output return loss. It has built in a Current Fault Alarm Function
with a volt-free relay contact pair as its output.
Its housing is an aluminium case (Alocrom 1200 finish) with SMA connectors for the RF
input/output and a D-Type connector for the power supply and the Current Fault Alarm
Function. These amplifiers have no user adjustments and in case of failure should only be
replaced.
5.15.2 Technical Specification (12-018601, 5W)
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Small signal gain:
Gain flatness:
I/O Return loss:
1dB compression point:
OIP3:
Supply voltage:
Supply current:
Temperature
operational:
range
storage:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
800-960MHz
30dB
±1.2dB
>20dB
37dBm
52dBm
12V DC
2.0Amps (Typical)
-10°C to +55°C
-30°C to +70°C
<2kg (no heatsink)
5.15.3 Technical Specification (12-018001, 10W)
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Small signal gain:
Gain flatness:
I/O Return loss:
1dB compression point:
OIP3:
Supply voltage:
Supply current:
Temperature
operational:
range
storage:
Weight:
SPECIFICATION
800-960MHz
30dB
±1.2dB
>18dB
42.8dBm
56dBm
24V DC
5.0Amps (Typical)
-10°C to +55°C
-30°C to +70°C
<2kg (no heatsink)
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5.15.4 Technical Specification (12-018002, 20W)
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Small signal gain:
Gain flatness:
I/O Return loss:
1dB compression point:
OIP3:
Supply voltage:
Supply current:
Temperature
operational:
range
storage:
Weight:
5.16
SPECIFICATION
800-960MHz
30dB
±1.2dB
>18dB
42.8dBm
56dBm
12V DC
5.0Amps (Typical)
-10°C to +55°C
-30°C to +70°C
<2kg (no heatsink)
VHF 5Watt Power Amplifier (12-004902)
5.16.1 Description
The power amplifier used is a triple stage solid-state low-noise amplifier. Class AB circuitry
is used in the unit to ensure good linearity over a wide dynamic range. The three active
devices are very moderately rated to provide a long trouble-free working life. There are no
adjustments on this amplifier, and in the unlikely event of failure then the entire amplifier
should be replaced.
5.16.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Maximum RF output:
Gain:
1dB compression point:
3rd order intercept point:
VSWR:
Connectors:
Supply:
Temperature operational:
range:
storage:
Weight:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
80-260MHz
20MHz (tuned to specificatio
>5.0 Watt
40dB
+30dBm
+40dBm
better than 1.5:1
SMA female
2000mA @ 24V DC
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
0.5 kg
167x52x25mm
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5.17
3 Stage Alarm PCB & 3 Stage Simplex Alarm PCB(12-002201 & 12-002203)
5.17.1 Description
Amplifier Alarm Boards are fitted to monitor the bias conditions of AFL Class A
amplifiers which remain constant in normal operation. Any departure from normal bias
conditions is a result of device failure, excess temperature, over-driving or oscillation
(excessive power).
In normal operation, the Class A bias circuit of the amplifier develops a constant voltage of
1.20V across the collector current setting resistor. The Amplifier Alarm Board is a window
comparator device, which is adjusted to sense a departure from this condition. Several
different alarm outputs are provided to simplify interfacing, (Relay Contact, Open
Collector, and TTL Logic Levels)
The basic version of the Alarm Board (12-002801) monitors a single amplifier stage. A
three-stage version (12-002201) is used on complex amplifiers where three separate
comparators have their outputs logically combined to a common output stage. Failure of
any one stage will activate the alarms.
Note that the alarm board has a green Light Emitting Diode located near to the centre of the
printed circuit board, which is illuminated on ‘Good’, and extinguished on ‘Alarm’. It is
therefore a simple matter to identify an active module failure, by searching for an Alarm
Board which has its green LED extinguished. A simple test of the alarm board is possible
by shorting across the monitor inputs, pins 1 and 2, 3 and 4 or across pins 5 and 6. This last
monitor input is inactive if the board has been converted to a two way alarm board. (Refer
to relevant amplifier alarm wiring diagram.)
1)
2)
3)
Volt-free change over relay contacts.
Open collector NPN transistor pulls low on alarm.
TTL driver.
In systems using simplex channel switching, it is necessary to be able to distinguish
between a ‘normal’ switching operation and erroneous modes where faults in the detector
circuitry may cause data errors but not necessarily fire the alarms. The simplex alarm
board is designed to differentiate between normal and spurious switching signals
There are two selectable link options on the three-way board:
LINK1 - Removed to convert to two-way alarm board.
LINK2 - Removed to isolate 0V from chassis earth.
The one way alarm board only has the 0V isolation link (LINK2) fitted.
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5.17.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
SPECIFICATION
Operating voltage: 8 to 30V (floating earth)
Alarm Threshold: Vcc - 1.20 volt +15%
Alarm output relay contacts:
Max. switch current: 1.0Amp
Max. switch volts: 120Vdc/60VA
Max. switch power: 24W/60VA
Min. switch load: 10.0µA/10.0mV
Relay isolation: 1.5kV
Mechanical life: >2x107 operations
Relay approval: BT type 56
Connector details: 15-way 0.1" pitch
operational: -10°C to +60°C
Temperature range:
storage: -20°C to +70°C
74 x 56mm (3 stage)
PCB Size:
54 x 56mm (1 stage)
5.17.3 Generic Summary Alarm Wiring Sketch
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5.18
1 & 3 Stage Alarm/Simplex/Mute PCB (12-002804 & 12-002213)
5.18.1 Description
In systems using simplex channel switching, it is necessary to be able to distinguish
between a ‘normal’ switching operation and erroneous modes where faults in the detector
circuitry may cause data errors but not necessarily fire the alarms. The simplex
alarm/mute board is designed to differentiate between normal and spurious switching
signals for single or multiple stage amplifiers.
5.19
Simplex Controller PCB (12-002811)
5.19.1 Description
The Simplex controller logic PCB monitors the receiver squelch output for a signal change
and activates the supply switching for either the uplink or down link path accordingly. In
normal operation, the low level Rx path is activated, and the associated Tx path is switched
off. When a signal is detected by the Rx Squelch module, the Rx squelch output goes low
(0v), which triggers the controller logic PCB. The PCB mutes the power supply to the
opposite path Rx LNA’s and switches on the power to the output power stage. In order to
prevent the power stage noise blocking the opposite path’s low level receiver, the power
amplifier is normally muted.
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5.20
Dual DC/DC Converter (13-001803)
5.20.1 Description
This unit is employed where it is necessary to derive two fixed voltage power supply rails
from some higher voltage. Typically it is used to derive 5, 8, 12 or 15V from a 24V input.
The circuit is based upon a pair of LM257 series variable voltage regulators (LM2576, 12 &
15V & LM2575, 5V), which are each capable of supplying an absolute maximum of 1.5A
output current. Note that at full output current, the dissipation of the device must remain
within design limits, bearing in mind the voltage which is being dropped across it. The
maximum allowable dissipation will also depend on the efficiency of the heatsink on which
the device is mounted.
5.20.1 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Operating Voltage:
Output Voltage:
Output Current:
Connections:
Temperature
operational:
Range
storage
PCB Size:
SPECIFICATION
21 – 27V DC
12V & 12V (typical)
1.0A (maximum per o/p)
Screw Terminal Block
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
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5.21
Simplex Squelch & AF Module (17-002802)
5.21.1 Description
The difference in signal levels between the paths means that the channel modules would
latch onto any signal in the band rather than a signal at the desired channel frequency. This
is achieved, in part, to having the de-sense module, (which is controlled by the Simplex Rx
squelch unit), apply maximum attenuation (via an AGC attenuator unit) to the downlink
path, when the uplink is active.
5.21.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency range:
Bandwidth:
Maximum RF output:
Gain:
1dB compression point:
3rd order intercept point:
Noise Figure:
VSWR:
Connectors:
Supply:
Temperature operational:
range:
storage:
Weight:
Size:
SPECIFICATION
80-260MHz
20MHz (tuned to spec.)
>5.0 Watt
40dB
+30dBm
+40dBm
2.4dB
better than 1.5:1
SMA female
1.8A @ 24V DC
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
0.5 kg
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5.22
Wide Dynamic Range (Log.) 12V AGC (17-001109, det. & 17-001201, atten.)
5.22.1 Description
The equipment is fitted with a wide dynamic range (logarithmic detector) Automatic Gain
Control (AGC) system. This is generally fitted in the Uplink path (not usually needed in the
downlink path, as the signal here is at an almost constant level), to avoid overloading the
input amplifiers should a mobile be operated very close to the unit.
The AFL wide dynamic range Automatic Gain Control system consists of two units, a
detector/amplifier and an attenuator. The logarithmic detector/amplifier unit is inserted in
the RF path on the output of the power amplifier, and the attenuator is situated in the RF
path between the 1st and 2nd stages of amplification.
Normally the attenuator is at minimum attenuation. The detector/amplifier unit monitors the
RF level being delivered by the power amplifier, and when a certain threshold is reached it
begins to increase the value of the attenuator to limit the RF output to the (factory set)
threshold. Therefore overloading of the power amplifier is avoided.
The factory set threshold is 1dB below the Enhancer 1dB compression point. Some
adjustment of this AGC threshold level is possible, a 10dB range is mostly achieved. It is
not recommended under any circumstances to adjust the AGC threshold to a level greater
than the 1dB compression point as system degradation will occur.
The detector comprises of a 50Ω transmission line with a logarithmic amplifier which
samples a small portion of the mainline power. The sampled signal is amplified and fed to a
conventional half wave diode rectifier, the output of which is a DC voltage logarithmically
proportional to the RF input signal.
This DC voltage is passed via an inverting DC amplifier with integrating characteristics, to
the output, which drives the attenuation control line of the corresponding AGC attenuator.
This unit is fitted at some earlier point in the RF circuit.
For small signals, below AGC onset, the output control line will be close to 12V and the
AGC attenuator will have minimum attenuation. As the signal level increases the control
line voltage will fall, increasing the attenuator value and keeping the system output level at a
constant value.
The AGC onset level is adjusted by the choice of sampler resistor R1 and by the setting of
potentiometer VR1, (factory set @ time of system test) do not adjust unless able to monitor
subsequent RF levels.
The attenuator comprises a 50Ω P.I.N diode, voltage-variable attenuator with a range of 3 to
30dB. The attenuation is controlled by a DC voltage which is derived from the associated
AGC detector unit. Note that the log detector module is used with an associated controller
board, in the duplex shelves for detecting the presence of signals to be muted/amplified.
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5.22.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Frequency Range:
Attenuation Range:
Attenuation Steps:
VSWR:
RF Connectors:
attenuator:
Power Handling:
detector/amp:
operation:
Temperature Range:
storage:
attenuator pcb
Size:
detector/amp pcb
attenuator:
Weight:
detector/amp:
SPECIFICATION
up to 1000MHz
3 to 30dB
continuously variable
better than 1.2:1
SMA female
1W
>30W (or as required)
-10°C to +60°C
-20°C to +70°C
50 x 42 x 21mm
54 x 42 x 21mm
90gm
100gm
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5.23
Channel Control Module (17-002101)
5.23.1 Description
The purpose of the channel control modules is to change the channel selective module
frequencies by means of a series of D.I.P switch banks, each switch corresponding to a different
‘frequency bit’.
5.23.2 Technical Specification
Below shows the pin assignments for each switch on a channel control module.
IDC PIN
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
25-way Connector
13
25
12
24
11
23
10
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
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Function
Freq. bit 1 (12.5kHz)
Freq. bit 2 (25kHz)
Freq. bit 3 (50kHz)
Freq. bit 4 (100kHz)
Freq. bit 5 (200kHz)
Freq. bit 6 (400kHz)
Freq. bit 7 (800kHz)
Freq. bit 8 (1.6MHz)
Freq. bit 9 (3.2MHz)
Freq. bit 10 (6.4MHz)
Freq. bit 11 (12.8MHz)
Freq. bit 12 (25.6MHz)
Freq. bit 13 (51.2MHz)
Freq. bit 14 (102.4MHz)
Freq. bit 15 (204.8MHz)
Freq. bit 16 (409.6MHz)
Module alarm
N/C
+5V
0V
Switched 12V
0V
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5.23.3 900MHz Programming Procedure
Check that the required downlink and uplink frequencies fall within the operational band limits
of the Cell Enhancer.
For each Downlink and Uplink channel frequency, subtract the appropriate synthesiser offset
frequency from the required operational frequency and record the resulting local oscillator
frequencies.
Divide each Downlink and Uplink local oscillator frequency by the synthesiser channel spacing
and check that the result is an integer (ie: no remainder).
If the synthesiser division ratio is not an integer value, check the required operational frequency
and repeat the calculation checking for mistakes.
Convert the required local oscillator frequency to synthesiser programming switch state patterns
according to the following table.
NOTE: Ensure that the correct column is used from the table below according to the synthesiser
channel spacing of the particular channel modules fitted to the Cell Enhancer.
Switch
Number
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Synthesiser offset added when switch in UP position
25kHz channel spacing
100kHz channel spacing
+25kHz
+100kHz
+50kHz
+200kHz
+100kHz
+400kHz
+200kHz
+800kHz
+400kHz
+1.6MHz
+800kHz
+3.2MHz
+1.6MHz
+6.4MHz
+3.2MHz
+12.8MHz
+6.4MHz
+25.6MHz
+12.8MHz
+51.2MHz
+25.6MHz
+102.4MHz
+51.2MHz
+204.8MHz
+102.4MHz
+409.6MHz
+204.8MHz
+819.2MHz
+409.6MHz
+819.2MHz
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5.23.4 900MHz Programming Example
Frequency required:
958.0 MHz
Channel spacing:
25 kHz
Synthesiser offset:
70 MHz
The Local Oscillator frequency is therefore:
958.0 – 70 = 888 MHz
Dividing the LO frequency by the channel spacing of 0.025 MHz:
888.0 = 35520
0.025
This is an integer value, therefore it is OK to proceed.
Local Oscillator
Frequency
888.0 MHz
Switch setting:
Switch settings
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6
1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0
0 = switch DOWN
1 = switch UP
(on, frequency ignored)
(off, frequency added)
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5.24
Channel Selective Modules (17-009127 UHF, & 17-009135 VHF)
5.24.1 Description
The channel selectivity module is employed when the Cell Enhancer requirement dictates
that very narrow bandwidths (single operating channels), must be selected from within the
operating passband. One channel selectivity module is required for each channel.
The Channel Selectivity Module is an Up/Down frequency converter that mixes the incoming
channel frequency with a synthesised local oscillator, so that it is down-converted to an
Intermediate Frequency (IF) in the upper HF range. An eight pole crystal filter in the IF
amplifier provides the required selectivity to define the operating passband of the Cell
Enhancer to a single PMR channel. The same local oscillator then converts the selected IF
signal back to the channel frequency.
Selectivity is obtained from a fixed bandwidth block filter operating at an intermediate
frequency (IF) in the low VHF range. This filter may be internal to the channel selectivity
module (Crystal or SAW filter) or an externally mounted bandpass filter, (LC or Helical
Resonator). Various IF bandwidths can therefore be accommodated. A synthesized Local
Oscillator is employed in conjunction with high performance frequency mixers, to translate
between the signal frequency and IF.
The operating frequency of each channel selectivity module is set by the programming of
channel selectivity module frequencies and is achieved digitally, via hard wired links, banks
of DIP switches, or via an onboard RS232 control module, providing the ability to remotely
set channel frequencies.
Automatic Level Control (ALC) is provided within each channel selectivity module such that
the output level is held constant for high level input signals. This feature prevents saturation
of the output mixer and of the associated amplifiers.
Alarms within the module inhibit the channel if the synthesised frequency is not locked. The
synthesiser will not usually go out of lock unless a frequency far out of band is programmed.
The channel selectivity module is extremely complex and, with the exception of channel
frequency programming within the design bandwidth, it cannot be adjusted or repaired
without extensive laboratory facilities and the necessary specialised personnel. If a fault is
suspected with any channel selectivity module it should be tested by substitution and the
complete, suspect module should then be returned to AFL for investigation.
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5.24.2 Drg. Nō. 17-003080, Generic Channel Module Block Diagram
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5.25
12 & 24V Relay Boards (20-001601 & 20-001602)
5.25.1 Description
The General Purpose Relay Board allows the inversion of signals and the isolation of
circuits. It is equipped with two dual pole change-over relays RL1 and RL2, with
completely isolated wiring, accessed via screw terminals.
Both relays are provided with polarity protection diodes and diodes for suppressing the
transients caused by "flywheel effect" which can destroy switching transistors or induce
spikes on neighbouring circuits. It’s common use is to amalgamate all the alarm signals into
one, volts-free relay contact pair for the main alarm system.
Note that the board is available for different voltages (12 or 24V) depending on the type of
relays fitted at RL1 and RL2.
5.25.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
SPECIFICATION
Operating voltage: 8 to 30V (floating earth)
Alarm Threshold: Vcc - 1.20 volt +15%
Alarm output relay contacts:
Max. switch current: 1.0Amp
Max. switch volts: 120Vdc/60VA
Max. switch power: 24W/60VA
Min. switch load: 10.0µA/10.0mV
Relay isolation: 1.5kV
Mechanical life: >2x107 operations
Relay approval: BT type 56
Connector details: Screw terminals
operational: -10°C to +55°C
Temperature range
storage: -40°C to +70°C
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5.26
12V Low Voltage Battery Disconnect Module (80-061003)
5.26.1 Description
The low voltage disconnect module’s main function is to monitor the battery voltage as
the batteries discharge. When a pre-set value has been reached (usually 21.5V DC) the
unit will disconnect the batteries to prevent a ‘deep discharge’ state which, if allowed to
continue, could irreparably damage the batteries, necessitating replacement. The unit’s
other function is to regulate the battery voltage to the cell enhancer equipment to 23.5V
when in back-up mode (the terminal voltage of fully charged batteries is likely to be
higher than 27V, and therefore potentially damaging to electronics in the system).
5.26.2 Technical Specification
PARAMETER
Operating voltage:
Low voltage cut-off point:
Temperature
operation:
range
storage:
Weight:
Size:
5.27
SPECIFICATION
9-16V
10.5V (factory set)
-10°C to +55°C
-20°C to +70°C
<1kg
109.98 x 55.88mm
Crystal Filters (93-980109)
5.27.1 Description
Crystal filters are fitted at the inputs and outputs of the simplex/duplex shelves (instead of
bandpass filters) in order to maximise the excellent isolation and rejection characteristics of
these narrow-band devices. It is easier to achieve close channel spacing using crystal filters,
however, due to the increased insertion losses, higher gain amplification is needed when
they are utilised.
5.28
IXFN170N10 Power Mos-Fet Module (94-030015)
5.28.1 Description
This power module is simply a power MOS-FET transistor which is the series regulator for
the main 24V DC battery output voltage rail. It is enabled/disabled from the discriminator
module, (see section 5.2) has fast switch-off characteristics and a low forward volt drop. It is
attached to a heatsink assembly mounted on the side of the case.
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5.29
STPS12045TV 60A Dual Diode Assembly (94-100004)
5.29.1 Description
The purpose of these dual diode assemblies is to allow two (or more) DC voltage sources to
be combined, so that the main 12 or 24 volt DC rail within the equipment is sourced from
either the mains driven flat-pack, or externally through an XLR connector on the rear panel.
The heavy-duty diodes prevent any reverse current from flowing back to their source or the
alternative supply rail. Combining diodes such as these will also be used if the equipment is
to be powered from external back-up batteries.
5.30
15V Switch-Mode PSU (96-300054)
5.30.1 Description
The power supply unit is a switched-mode type capable of supplying 15V DC at 27Amps
continuously. The amplifiers in this unit will draw approximately 20-22Amps at 24V DC,
so the PSU will be used conservatively ensuring a long operational lifetime.
No routine maintenance of the PSU is required. If a fault is suspected, then the output
voltage from the power supply may be measured on its output terminals. This is typically
set to 15.2V. The adjustment potentiometer will be found close to the DC output
terminals.
All the PSU’s used in AFL Cell Enhancers are capable of operation from either 110 or
220V nominal AC supplies. The line voltage is sensed automatically, so no adjustment or
link setting is needed by the operator.
5.30.2 Technical Specification
AC Input Supply:
110 or 220V nominal
Voltage: 90 to 132 or 180 to 264V
(absolute limits)
Frequency: 47 to 63Hz
DC Output Supply:
15V DC (nominal)
Voltage:
12.5-17V (absolute limits)
Current: 27.0A
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6.
INSTALLATION
6.1
Initial Installation Record
When this equipment is initially commissioned, please use the equipment set-up record sheet
in Appendix A. This will help both the installation personnel and AFL should these figures
be needed for future reference or diagnosis.
6.1.1
Rack Mounted Equipment
Installation will be a matter of securing each shelf into its appropriate place in the rack
cabinet, connecting all the cables (RF, DC and alarm) to their correct ports/connectors and
system testing (at the customer’s discretion) to prove the original specification. Care should
be exercised when moving the 8U chassis as the weight may surprise an operator. Power
should not be applied until all connections have been double-checked and verified.
6.1.2
Wall Mounted Equipment
The size and weight of the wall mounting enclosure(s) mean that they represent a significant
weight hazard when fitting. In the interests of safety this should be done before any
electrical, RF, or alarm connections are made.
The equipment must be located on a perpendicular, flat surface that is made from a material
suitable for bearing the weight of the whole assembly with attached cables. If the installer is
in any doubt about the suitability of a site it is recommended that he consult with an
appropriately qualified Structural Engineer.
It is important in determining the location of the units that space is allowed for access to the
front and underneath of the equipment. To enable maintenance to be carried out, the door
must be able to open fully.
The location should be served with a duct to allow the entry of cables into the equipment.
6.1.3
Electrical Connections
The power supply is connected to the equipment via an IP65 connector located on the
bottom or side surface. It is recommended that the connection is made by a qualified
electrician, who must satisfy himself that the supply will be the correct voltage and of
sufficient capacity.
All electrical and RF connection should be completed and checked prior to power being
applied for the first time.
Ensure that connections are kept clean and are fully tightened.
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6.1.4
RF Connections
All RF connections are made to the cable termination, located on the bulkhead at the rear of
the equipment at floor level (rack equipment). Care must be taken to ensure that the correct
connections are made with particular attention made to the base station Tx/Rx ports. In the
event that the base transmitter is connected to the Rx output of the rack, damage to the
equipment will be done if the base station transmitter is then keyed.
Again, ensure that connections are kept clean and are fully tightened.
6.2
Commissioning
Once all connections are made the equipment is ready for commissioning.
To commission the system the test equipment detailed in Section 7.2 will be required.
Using the system diagrams and the end-to-end test specification, the equipment should be
tested to ensure correct operation.
On initial power up the system alarm indicators on the front panels of the equipment should
be checked. A red LED illuminated indicates a fault in an amplifier module that must be
investigated before proceeding with the commissioning. A green LED on the door
illuminates, to indicate that the power supply is connected and active.
In the event that any part of the system does not function correctly as expected, check all
connections to ensure that they are to the correct port, that the interconnecting cables are not
faulty and that they are tightened. The majority of commissioning difficulties arise from
problems with the interconnecting cables and connectors.
6.3
Quick Fault Checklist
All AFL equipment is individually tested to specification prior to despatch. Failure of this
type of equipment is not common. Experience has shown that a large number of fault
conditions relating to installations result from simple causes often occurring as result of
transportation, unpacking and installation. Below are listed some common problems which
have resulted in poor performance or an indicated non-functioning of the equipment.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Mains power not connected or not switched on.
External connectors not fitted or incorrectly fitted.
Internal connectors/ports becoming loose due to transport vibration.
Wiring becoming detached as a result of heavy handling.
Input signals not present due to faults in the aerial and feeder system.
Base transmissions not present due to faults at the base station.
Modems fitted with incorrect software configuration/and or PIN Nō’s.
Changes to channel frequencies and inhibiting channels.
Hand held radio equipment not correctly set to repeater channels.
Hand held radio equipment not correctly set to base station.
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7.
MAINTENANCE
7.1
7.1.1
General Procedures
Basic Fault Finding
In the event that the performance of the system is suspect, a methodical and logical approach
to the problem will reveal the cause of the difficulty. The System consists of modules fitted
within an 8U shelf and housed within a standard 19” rack type cabinet.
Transmissions from the main base stations are passed though the system to the mobile radio
equipment; this could be a handheld radio or a transceiver in a vehicle. This path is referred
to as the downlink. The return signal path from the mobile radio equipment to the base
station is referred to as the uplink.
The first operation is to check the alarms of each of the active units and determine that the
power supplies to the equipment are connected and active.
This can be achieved remotely (via CEMS, the RS232 Coverage Enhancement Management
System, if fitted), or locally with the front panel LED’s. The green LED on the front panel
should be illuminated, while the red alarm indicator should be off.
If an Alarm is on, then that individual module must be isolated and individually tested
against the original test specification.
The amplifier units within the shelf have a green LED showing through a hole in their cover,
which is illuminated if the unit is working correctly.
If an amplifier is suspect, check the DC power supply to the unit. If no other fault is
apparent use a spectrum analyser to measure the incoming signal level at the input and then
after reconnecting the amplifier input, measure the output level. Consult with the system
diagram to determine the expected gain and compare result.
In the event that there are no alarms on and all units appear to be functioning it will be
necessary to test the system in a systematic manner to confirm correct operation.
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7.1.2
Downlink
Confirm that there is a signal at the expected frequency and strength from the base station. If
this is not present then the fault may lay outside the system. To confirm this, inject a
downlink frequency signal from a known source at the master site BTS input and check for
output at the remote site feeder output.
If a signal is not received at the output it will be necessary to follow the downlink path
through the system to find a point at which the signal is lost. The expected downlink output
for the given input can be found in the end-to-end test specification.
7.1.3
Uplink
Testing the uplink involves a similar procedure to the downlink except that the frequencies
used are those transmitted by the mobile equipment.
7.1.4
Fault repair
Once a faulty component has been identified, a decision must be made on the appropriate
course to carry out a repair. A competent engineer can quickly remedy typical faults such as
faulty connections or cables. The exceptions to this are cable assemblies connecting
bandpass filter assemblies that are manufactured to critical lengths to maintain a 50-ohm
system. Care should be taken when replacing cables or connectors to ensure that items are of
the correct specification. The repair of component modules such as amplifiers and bandpass
filters will not usually be possible in the field, as they frequently require specialist
knowledge and test equipment to ensure correct operation. It is recommended that items of
this type are replaced with a spare unit and the faulty unit returned to AFL for repair.
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7.1.5
Checking service
Following the repair of any part of the system it is recommended that a full end-to-end test is
carried out in accordance with the test specification and that the coverage is checked by
survey.
It is important to bear in mind that the system includes a radiating cable network and base
stations that may be faulty or may have been damaged.
7.1.6
Service Support
Advice and assistance with maintaining and servicing this system are available by contacting
Aerial Facilities Ltd.
7.2
Tools & Test Equipment
The minimum tools and test equipment needed to successfully service this AFL product are
as follows:Spectrum analyser:
Signal Generator:
Attenuator:
Test Antenna:
Digital multi-meter:
Test cable x 2:
Test cable x 2:
Hand tools:
100kHz to 2GHz (Dynamic range = 90dB).
30MHz to 2GHz (-120dBm to 0dBm o/p level).
20dB, 10W, DC-2GHz, (N male – N female).
Yagi or dipole for operating frequency.
Universal Volt-Ohm-Amp meter.
N male – N male, 2M long RG214.
SMA male – N male, 1m long RG223.
Philips #1&2 tip screwdriver.
3mm flat bladed screwdriver.
SMA spanner and torque setter.
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7.3
7.3.1
Care of Modules
General Comments
Many of the active modules contain semiconductor devices utilising MOS technology, which
can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Correct handling of such modules is mandatory to
ensure their long-term reliability.
To prevent damage to a module, it must be withdrawn/inserted with care. The module may
have connectors on its underside, which might not be visible to the service operative.
7.3.2
Module Removal (LNA’s, general procedure):
The following general rules should be followed to remove a module:
Remove power to the unit
Remove all visible connectors (RF, DC & alarm)
Release module retaining screws.
Slowly but firmly, pull the module straight out of its position. Take care not to twist/turn
the module during withdrawal. (When the module is loose, care may be needed, as there
may be concealed connections underneath).
7.3.3
Module Replacement (general):
Carefully align the module into its location then slowly push the module directly straight
into its position, taking care not to twist/turn it during insertion.
Reconnect all connectors, RF, alarm, power etc.,(concealed connectors may have to be
connected first).
Replace retaining screws (if any).
Double-check all connections before applying power.
7.3.4
Power Amplifiers
1) Remove power to the unit. (Switch off @ mains/battery, or remove DC in connector)
2) Remove alarm wires from alarm screw terminal block or disconnect multi-way alarm
connector.
3) Carefully disconnect the RF input and output coaxial connectors (usually SMA)
If alarm board removal is not required, go to step 5.
4) There is (usually) a plate attached to the alarm board which fixes it to the amplifier,
remove its retaining screws and the alarm board can be withdrawn from the amplifier in
its entirety. On certain types of amplifier the alarm board is not mounted on a dedicated
mounting plate; in this case it will have to firstly be removed by unscrewing it from the
mounting pillars, in most cases, the pillars will not have not have to be removed before
lifting the amplifier.
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5) If the amplifier to be removed has a heatsink attached, there may be several different
ways it can have been assembled. The most commonly used method, is screws through
the front of the heatsink to threaded screw holes (or nuts and bolts), into the amplifier
within the main case. If the heatsink is mounted on the rear of the main case (e.g., against
a wall in the case of wall mounted enclosures), then the fixing method for the heatsink
will be from within the case, (otherwise the enclosure would have to be removed from the
wall in order to remove the heatsink).
When the heatsink has been removed, the amplifier may be unscrewed from the main
casing by its four corner fixings and gently withdrawn.
Fitting a new power amplifier module will be the exact reverse of the above.
Note: Do not forget to apply fresh heatsink compound to the heatsink/main case
joint and also between the amplifier and the main case.
7.3.5
Low Power Amplifier Replacement
Disconnect the mains power supply and disconnect the 24V dc supply connector for the
LPA.
Disconnect the RF input and output cables from the LPA.
Disconnect the alarm connector.
Remove the alarm monitoring wires from (D type connector) pins 9 and 10.
Remove the LPA module by removing the four retaining screws, replace with a new
LPA module and secure it with the screws.
Connect the RF cables to the LPA input and output connectors. Reconnect the wires to
the alarm board connector pins 9 and 10.
Reconnect the DC supply connector and turn the mains switch on.
Note:
Tighten SMA connectors using only a dedicated SMA torque spanner. If
SMA connectors are over-tightened, irreparable damage will occur. . Do not use
adjustable pliers to loosen/tighten SMA connectors.
Also take care not to drop or knock the module as this can damage (or misalign in the
case of tuned passive modules) sensitive internal components. Always store the modules
in an environmentally friendly location
7.3.6
Module Transportation:
To maintain the operation, performance and reliability of any module it must be stored and
transported correctly. Any module not installed in a whole system must be kept in an antistatic bag or container. These bags or containers are normally identified by being pink or
black, and are often marked with an ESD label. Any module sent back to AFL for
investigation/repair must be so protected. Please contact AFL’s quality department before
returning a module.
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APPENDIX A
INITIAL EQUIPMENT SET-UP CALCULATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Client Name:
AFL Equip. Model Nō.
Site Name:
Date:
Model
ANTENNA SYSTEMS
Gain
Azimuth
Comments
Type
Loss
Comments
A - Service Antenna
B – Donor Antenna
Length
C – Service Feeder
D – Donor Feeder
INITIAL PARAMETERS
E – CE Output Power
F – Antenna Isolation
G – Input signal level from donor BTS
Operating Voltage
DOWNLINK CALCULATIONS
Parameter
Comments
Input signal level (G)
CE max. o/p power (E)
Gain setting
E-G
Isolation required
(Gain + 10dB)
Service antenna gain (A)
Service antenna feeder loss (C)
Effective radiated power (ERP)
E+A-C
Attenuator setting
CE gain-gain setting
dBm
dB
dBm
Value
dBm
dBm
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dB
If the input signal level in the uplink path is known and steady, use the following calculation
table to determine the gain setting. If the CE features Automatic Gain Control the attenuator
should be set to zero and if not, then the attenuation setting for both uplink and downlink
should be similar.
UPLINK CALCULATIONS
Parameter
Comments
Input signal level
CE max. o/p power (E)
Gain setting
Required isolation
Donor antenna gain (B)
Donor antenna feeder loss (D)
Effective radiated power (ERP)
E+B-D
Attenuator setting
(CE gain-gain setting)
Value
dBm
dBm
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dB
800MHz & VHF Cell Enhancers
Maintenance Handbook
H/book Number:-50-078001HBKM
Issue No:-A
Date:-02/09/2004
Page:-88 of 88

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