Viavi Solutions RKT002-0000 Remote Cellular Test Node/AMP User Manual RCATS Auxiliary Mobile Platform Quick Start Guide
Viavi Solutions Inc. Remote Cellular Test Node/AMP RCATS Auxiliary Mobile Platform Quick Start Guide
User Manual
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Updated: 5 May 2009 JDSU Page 1 of 4
Figure 1. Three AMPs with Probe (Front View)
Figure 2. Three AMPs with Probe (Rear View)
RCATS Auxiliary Mobile Platform Quick Start Guide
Introduction
The RCATS Auxiliary Mobile Platform (AMP) connects to XScale probes via a USB
cable to allow use of new
devices, including some
handsets. This allows you
to extend the testing
capabilities of the probe.
AMPs are installed on a
rack-mounted shelf that
can hold and provide
power for up to three
AMPs. The AMP Power
indicator illuminates
when power is applied,
and the AMP Mobile
indicator illuminates
when it is in use.
Note: A probe can
control only three cell
phone modules at any
time—including any
connected AMPs.
Installing and Using the AMP
Follow the steps in Table 1 to install an AMP into your RCATS system.
Table 1. AMP Installation
Step Action Result
1. Shut down power to the probe. —
2. Install the AMP, together with its shelf, into the rack. —
a. If applicable, connect an antenna to the AMP. Guide the antenna
cable through one of the five cable ties on the back lip of the shelf.
Note:
Several different-sized cable clamps are included with the AMP shelf.
Select an appropriately sized clamp for the cable you are using.
(Cable sizes vary depending on the antenna used.)
Note: See Figure 2 and
Figure 3.
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Step Action Result
b. Confirm that the 12VDC power cable is plugged into the AMP
module. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter on the shelf.
Use the tie wrap provided to hold the cord in place. Guide the AC
power cord through the cutout in the back lip of the shelf to the AC
power source.
Note: See Figure 2 and
Figure 3.
c. Using the USB interconnect cable provided, connect the "USB"
connector on the back of probe to the "TO RCATS" connector on the
back of the AMP. Guide the USB cable through one of the five cable
ties on the back lip of the shelf.
Notes:
• Position the AMP close enough to the probe to ensure that the
USB cable can span the distance between the devices. See Figure
2.
• There needs to be sufficient play left in the cables so the AMPs
can slide out without pulling the cables. See Figure 2.
Note: See Figure 4.
d. If more than one AMP is to be attached to the probe, daisy-chain the
AMPs by connecting the "TO AMP" connection on the back of an
installed AMP to the "TO RCATS" connection on the back of the
next AMP in the chain using a USB cable.
Note: See Figure 4.
3. Apply power to the probe. Probe firmware 7.0.9.x
and higher will
automatically detect the
AMP.
Figure 3. AMP (back)
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Figure 4. Daisy-chaining AMPs
Modules in a probe use letter designations to facilitate testing. When an AMP is
attached to the probe, its letter designation depends on (1) how many modules are in
the probe it is attached to and (2) how many AMPs are connected to the probe. Letter
designations are shown in Table 2.
Table 2. AMP Letter Designations
# of Modules
in Probe # of AMPs
Connected to
Probe
First AMP
Letter
Designation
Second AMP
Letter
Designation
Third AMP
Letter
Designation
3 1, 2, or 3 E B A
2 1, 2, or 3 E B A
1 B — —
2 E B —
1
3 E B A
1 A — —
2 B A —
0
3 E B A
Note: When an AMP assumes a letter designation, the internal module with that
letter designation is deactivated automatically.
Removing an AMP
Follow the steps in Table 3 to remove an AMP from your RCATS system.
Table 3. AMP Removal
Step Action Result
1. Shut down power to the probe. —
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Step Action Result
2. Disconnect power, antenna, and
USB connections to the AMP. —
3. Apply power to the probe. The probe automatically reactivates the internal module of
the letter designation that the AMP had assumed per Table 2.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference and 2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Contacting JDSU
If you need technical support, please contact JDSU RCATS Support:
E-mail—rcatssupport@jdsu.com
Phone:
o Local—425-254-9925 (7–5, Mon–Fri, Pacific Time)
o Toll Free—888-352-9527 option 2 (any time)