Glenayre Electronics GL-T8600-CN Base Station User Manual Users manual part 4

Glenayre Electronics Inc Base Station Users manual part 4

Users manual part 4

Print Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 GlenayreGold Line VDT Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Specifications subject to change without noticeCopyright © 1996 GlenayreAll rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping, or information-retrieval system—without written permission of Glenayre.Gold Line VDTUSER MANUALPN 9110.00164 (old part number = 916-8A00-002)REV FRELEASED
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164Document Change Record Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96Document Change RecordRevision: 0, preliminaryDate: 09/03/96Changes: none, originalIssue: Rev BDate: 11/19/95Changes: VDT to DSP Exciter cableIssue: Rev CDate: 02/05/96Changes: new formatIssue: Rev DDate: 05/15/96Changes: I20 programming informationIssue: Rev EDate: 07/10/96Changes: new menus and menu tree, made released, added I20 overwriting informationIssue: Rev FDate: 09/03/96Changes: changed table 4-1 port settings
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 Table of ContentsPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: -i Table of Contents1 GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.1 Manual Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.2 Applicable Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.3 Manual Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12.1 VDT Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12.2 Emulating Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13.1 Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13.2 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13.3 Local Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23.4 Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24 INSTALLATION AND SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14.1 VDT Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14.1.1 The VDT to Exciter Interconnect Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14.1.2 Connecting the VDT to the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24.2 Starting Up the VDT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24.2.1 Presetting the Emulating Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24.2.2 Access VDT Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24.2.3 Changing Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24.3 Using the VT-100-Emulating Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15.1 VT-100 Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15.1.1 Display Area 1: STATUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15.1.2 Display Area 2: CURRENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-55.1.3 Display Area 3: POWERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-65.1.4 Display Area 4:Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-75.2 Keyboard Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-75.2.1 Numeric Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-75.2.2 Enter/Return Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-75.2.3 [Esc]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-85.2.4 Alphabetic Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-86 MENU TREE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17 CHANGE TX SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17.1 Select Channel To Adj Fwd Pwr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164Table of Contents Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: -ii Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/967.1.1 Adj Fwd Pwr For Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37.2 Select Channel To Set Low Pwr Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47.2.1 Set Low Pwr Alarm For Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-57.3 Enter Password To Set Frequencies Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-67.3.1 Select Channel To Set Frequencies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-77.3.2 Set Frequencies For Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-87.4 Change Frequency Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-97.5 Change/Toggle Entry Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-107.5.1 Change Entry Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-118 DIGITAL MODE SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18.1 Select Channel To Set 2-Level Deviation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28.1.1 Set 2-level Deviation For Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-38.2 Select Channel To Set 2-Level Offset Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-48.2.1 Set 2-level Offset For Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-58.3 Select Channel To Set 4-Level Deviation Menu . . . . . . . . . . 8-68.3.1 Set 4-level Deviation For Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-78.4 Select Channel To Set 4-Level Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-88.4.1 Set 4-level Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-98.5 Select Data Polarity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-108.6 Select Filter Risetime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-118.7 Controller Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-129 ANALOG MODE SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19.1 Adjust Audio Input Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29.2 Set Analog Deviation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39.3 Set Analog Limiter Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49.4 Set Analog Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59.5 Select Audio Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-69.6 Select Audio Polarity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-710 VIEW TX STATUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110.1 View Voltage Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-210.1.1 View Channel Freqs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-310.2 View Faults Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-410.2.1 Present Tx Faults Full-screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-510.2.2 Stored Tx Faults Full-screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-610.2.3 View Readings At Fault Full-screen Display. . . . . . . . . . 10-1410.3 View All Tx Presets Full-Screen Displays. . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 Table of ContentsPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: -iii 11 CALIBRATE FWD/REF PWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-111.1 Calibrate Fwd Pwr 8500 (8600) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-211.2 Calibrate Ref Pwr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-312 CHANGE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-113 CHANGE CHANNEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-114 TX SELF TESTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-114.1 Key/Unkey Exciter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-214.2 LEDs Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-314.3 AGC Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-414.4 Test Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-6
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164Table of Contents Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: -iv Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 List of FiguresPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: -v List of Figures Figure 4-1 DSP Exciter to VDT Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1Figure 7-1 Change Tx Settings Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1Figure 7-2 Select Channel To Adj Fwd Pwr Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2Figure 7-3 Adj Fwd Pwr For Channel 1 Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Figure 7-4 Select Channel To Set Low Pwr Alarm Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4Figure 7-5 Set Low Power Alarm For Channel 1 Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5Figure 7-6 Enter Password To Set Frequencies Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6Figure 7-7 Select Channel To Set Frequencies Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7Figure 7-8 Set Frequencies For Channel All Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8Figure 7-9 Change Frequency Password Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9Figure 7-10 Change/Toggle Entry Password Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10Figure 7-11 Change Entry Password Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-11Figure 8-1 Digital Mode Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1Figure 8-2 Select Channel To Set 2-Level Deviation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Figure 8-3 Set 2-Level Deviation For Channel All Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3Figure 8-4 Set Channel To Set 2-Level Offset Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4Figure 8-5 Set 2-Level Offset For Channel All Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5Figure 8-6 Select Channel To Set 4-Level Deviation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6Figure 8-7 Set 4-Level Deviation For Channel All Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7Figure 8-8 Set Channel To Set 4-Level Offset Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8Figure 8-9 Set 4-Level Offset For Channel All Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Figure 8-10 Select Data Polarity Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10Figure 8-11 Select Filter Risetime Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11Figure 8-12 Controller Select Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12Figure 9-1 Analog Mode Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1Figure 9-2 Adjust Audio Level Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2Figure 9-2 Set Analog Deviation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3Figure 9-2 Set Analog Limiter Value Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4Figure 9-3 Set Analog Offset Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5Figure 9-4 Select Audio Response Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6Figure 9-5 Select Audio Polarity Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7Figure 10-1 View Tx Status Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1Figure 10-2 View Voltage Readings Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2Figure 10-3 View Channel Frequencies Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3Figure 10-4 View Faults Selection Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164List of Figures Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: -vi Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96Figure 10-5 Present Transmitter Faults Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5Figure 10-6 Stored Transmitter Faults Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6Figure 10-7 View Readings At Fault Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14Figure 10-8 View All Transmitter Full-Screen Displays Menu . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15Figure 11-1 Calibrate Fwd/Ref Pwr Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1Figure 11-2 Calibrate Fwd Pwr Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2Figure 11-3 Calibrate Ref Pwr Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3Figure 12-1 Change Mode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1Figure 13-1 Change Channel Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1Figure 14-1 Tx Self Tests Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1Figure 14-2 Key/Unkey Exciter Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2Figure 14-3 LED Test Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3Figure 14-4 AGC Test Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-4Figure 14-5 Alarm Test Select Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-6Figure 14-6 Forward Power Calibration Setup/AGC Reference Test Point Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-7
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 List of TablesPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: -vii List of Tables Table 1-1 Applicable Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Table 1-2 Manual Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Table 4-1 VT-100 Line Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2Table 5-1 Measurements for CURRENTS Display Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5Table 5-2 Measurements for POWERS Display Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-7
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164List of Tables Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: -viii Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 GENERALPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 1-1 1 GENERAL1.1 Manual ScopeThe software discussed in this manual controls GL-T8500 and GL-T8600 transmitters withthe QT-1000 interface. The software resides in a PEROM that installs into the Gold Lineexciter/PA control equipment, part number 265-0082-003.1.2 Applicable DocumentsThis manual is incomplete without additional Gold Line manuals. Refer to Table 1-1 for alisting of these manuals with their part number and a brief description. Table 1-1 Applicable Documentsdocument part number descriptionGL-T8500/8600 system manual9110.00163 describes fully racked-up 250/500-watt, 900-MHz Gold Line transmitter system with QT-1000 interfaceDSP exciter user manual 9110.00172 describes exciter/PA control equipment for transmitter systems with interfacesGL-T8500 power amplifier manual9110.00160 describes 250-watt, 900-MHz Gold Line power amplifier equipmentGL-T8600 power amplifier manual9110.00162 describes 500-watt, 900-MHz Gold Line power amplifier equipmentGold Line VDT manual 9110.00164 this manualGold Line 50A/90A power supply manual9110.00159 describes power supply equipment for 250W/500W Gold Line transmitter systems
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164GENERAL Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 1-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/961.3 Manual SectionsTable 1-2 lists the sections of this manual with a summary of their contents. Table 1-2 Manual Sectionssection contents1. general introduction and purpose of manual2. requirements minimum features of VDT3. description introduction and principal characteristics of software4. installation and setup initial installation and activation of VDT5. operation operation of VDT screen and keyboard6. menu tree menu identification, keystrokes to display menus, in tree format7. change TX settings menus that permit forward power adjustment, low power alarm setting, frequencies setting, frequency password change, and entry password change/toggle8. set up digital mode menus that permit 2-level deviation setting, 2-level offset setting, 4-level deviation setting, 4-level offset setting, data polarity selection, filter risetime selection, and controller selection9. set up analog mode menus that permit audio input level adjustment, analog deviation setting, analog limiter setting, analog offset setting, analog response selection, and analog polarity selection10. view TX status menus that display voltage readings, channel frequencies, faults status, and all TX presets11. calibrate fwd/ref power menus that allow calibration of forward and reflected power12. change mode menu that allows selection between analog, 2-level, and 4-level modes13. change channel menu that allow selection between channels one through eight14. run TX self tests menus that allow: activation of LEDs, AGC, and alarm test; key/unkey of exciter only; reset of exciter
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 REQUIREMENTSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 2-1 2 REQUIREMENTSThe software described in this manual requires a video display terminal (VDT) with a DECVT100-type emulating program. The VDT requirements depend on the type of emulatingprogram installed.2.1 VDT RequirementsThese requirements are for a VDT with a typical emulating program installed such asProComm Plus®.•computer: an IBM® PC, XT, AT, PS/2 or compatible computer.•memory: at least 192K of available RAM.•operating system: PC-DOS or MS-DOS, version 2.0 or later.•disc drive: at least one floppy drive.•display: VGA monitor and adapter, or compatible monitor and adapter.•serial port: with DB-9 or DB-25 connection.•null modem cable: with male DB-9 connector on transmitter end.2.2 Emulating ProgramThese setup requirements are for all DEC VT100-type emulating programs.•baud rate: 9600•parity: none•data bits: 8•stop bits: 1•port: serial port interface
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164REQUIREMENTS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 2-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 DESCRIPTIONPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 3-1 3 DESCRIPTIONThe software described in this manual allows interactive operation with GL-T8500 andGL-T8600 transmitters. Here is a brief list of the transmitter features that the softwareoperates.3.1 Status DisplayThe VDT displays principal transmitter status continuously or specific transmitter statusselectively. Principal status is show in three information blocks at the top of most screens:•The status block provides present information on 20 critical parameters of the trans-mitter, in addition to the fault or alarm condition.•The currents block provides amperage measurements for the dc power input of eachamplifier stage in the power amplifier.•The powers block provides wattage measurements for forward and reflected RF powerof most amplifier stages in the power amplifier.The VDT can display more specific transmitter status if desired. Specific status includesregulated voltage readings, programmed channel frequencies, and four full-screen informa-tion displays:•The present faults display lists every transmitter fault or alarm available at the presentmoment.•The stored faults display lists the transmitter fault or alarm that was stored when thetransmitter first left normal operating status.•The readings at fault display lists the status, currents, and power blocks that were storedwhen the transmitter first left normal operating status.•The presets display lists programmed transmitter parameters for all eight channels.3.2 Remote ControlWhen the transmitter is in service and is responding to controller commands, the VDT canperform remote control functions:•Adjust the transmitter’s RF power out to any wattage within the transmitter’s ratedforward power.•Adjust the transmitter’s low power alarm to an RF power out wattage below which thetransmitter provides an alert.•Program frequencies into channels, if authorized with the frequency password.Frequency password can be changed.•Change entry password, used to gain access to VDT. Enable and disable use of entrypassword.
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164DESCRIPTION Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 3-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/963.2.1 Software DownloadingNoteC2000/I20 overwrites user changes when in remote mode.3.3 Local ControlAfter the VDT has removed the transmitter from service, the VDT can still perform remotecontrol functions, but now can perform local control functions:•Key or unkey transmitter.•Change between analog, 2-level, and 4-level digital modes.•Change between eight channels.•Calibrate total forward power (TFP) and total reflected power (TRP) using the appro-priate external instruments.•Perform four built-in-tests (BITs) to exciter equipment. Check keyup circuit, AGCreference circuit, front-panel LEDs, and digital alarm outputs.•Reboot exciter.3.3.1 Software DownloadingNoteI20 interface software upgrade overwrites local programming.3.4 SetupWhen the transmitter is initially installed and set up at the paging site, the VDT presets theanalog or digital modes for operation:•Set number of hertz that the signal deviates the RF carrier.•Set number of hertz to offset the center of the RF carrier.•Select inverted or non-inverted input signal polarity.•Select a filter for the RF output signal.•Set optimum audio input level (analog mode).•Set maximum audio input level (analog mode).
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 INSTALLATION AND SETUPPrint Date: 12/18/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 4-1 4 INSTALLATION AND SETUPThis section requires user manuals for VDT hardware and emulating software. Beforestarting this section, verify that all hardware required to run the emulating program hasbeen installed into the VDT.4.1 VDT ConnectionConnect the VDT to the exciter/PA control equipment using the proper interconnectingcable. The exciter female DE-9 connector is configured as a serial, DCE, EIA-232 port. TheVDT (or computer) female DB-25 or male DE-9 input is configured as a serial, DTE, EIA-232 port. The typical serial input connector for the VDT is a female DB-25, and that of mostcomputers is a male DE-9, but there is no guarantee of this. 4.1.1 VDT-to-Exciter Interconnect CableThe DSP Exciter to VDT cable can be a straight through DE-9 to DE-9 cable, or a DE-9 toDB-25, EIA-232 adaptor cable, as shown in Figure 4-1. These cables may be purchasedfrom a computer shop, adapted using standard EIA-232 parts, or fabricated. The exciter endof the cable is always a male DE-9 connector. The VDT end can be a male or female DE-9 or DB-25 connector, check your VDT for the correct connector type. A 3-conductor cable can be used to fabricate either of the above mentioned cables, as onlythe TXD, RXD, and ground connections are needed. Connect the three conductors asshown in Figure 4-1.Figure 4-1 DSP Exciter to VDT Cable83220764522DB-25 or DE-9TO VDT or Computer123456789DE-9 MALETO EXCITERNote: The solid lines show the conductors necessary for the exciter and VDT (or computer)to communicate. The dotted lines show the rest of the conductors in the standard cables. TXDRXDGND123456789
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164INSTALLATION AND SETUP Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 4-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/18/964.1.2 Connecting the VDT to the TransmitterConnect the VDT to the transmitter using the proper cable(s). Plug the male DB-9 DCEconnector into the jack marked VT-100 INTERFACE located on the front panel of theexciter/PA control. Plug the other end of the cable or the adapter into one of the VDT's serialports. Note the designation of this port for VDT start-up.4.2 Starting Up the VDTApply power to the VDT. If it has not yet been installed, install the emulating program andall software required to run it. 4.2.1 Presetting the Emulating ProgramSelect the comm port I/O line settings screen on the VDT. Change the current settings tothose shown in Table 4-1. After you are done, save and exit the line settings screen. 4.2.2 Access VDT CommunicationsAt this point, the VDT should display a screen containing the ENTRY LEVELPASSWORD menu. From this menu, perform the following steps:1. Type ABCD from VDT keyboard. As each letter is typed, an asterisk (*) appears on the screen under the phrase ENTER PRESENT PASSWORD.4.2.3 Changing PasswordsWhen the VDT is connected to the transmitter the first time, a password must be entered inorder to access VT-100 communications. Enter the default password "abcd" to access VT-100 communications. The VDT uses another password to access channel carrier frequencyassignments. This password is also initially the default password "abcd". It is important tochange these default passwords to secret passwords immediately after the VDT isconnected the first time. By using two passwords, the frequency password may be main-tained at a higher level of secrecy than the entry password. The entry password may bedisabled if desired to permit immediate access to VT-100 communications. However, evenif it is disabled, it is important to change the entry password to prevent unauthorizedpersonnel from changing the default password.Table 4-1 VT-100 Line Settingsparameter settingbaud rate 9600parity nonedata bits 8stops bits 1port select desired port A common abbreviation for the above settings is: 9600 8N1.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 INSTALLATION AND SETUPPrint Date: 12/18/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 4-3 4.3 Using the VT-100-Emulating ProgramMost VT-100-emulating programs have additional features, some of which can be helpfulwhen operating the program as a transmitter interface. The program may be capable ofsaving the active, or present settings for the RS-232 link with the transmitter. Someprograms have a log function, which saves the keystrokes and displays from the currentsession. This feature is particularly useful for saving the transmitter parameters enteredduring a setup procedure. When used with a printer, the program may be able to dump thecontents of the present screen display to the printer. CautionSome transmitter controllers may issue an alarm ifa transmit command is sent with no resultantindication of transmitter forward power. This canbe avoided by first placing the transmittercontroller in a mode that does not allow it to issuealarms.
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 OPERATIONPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 5-1 5 OPERATION5.1 VT-100 Screen DisplaysMost VT-100 screens have four display areas as shown below. Display area 1 containsSTATUS information, such as transmitter parameters and conditions. Display area 2contains the value of CURRENTS through selected active devices within the power ampli-fier. Display area 3 contains the value of forward or reflected POWERS for selected activedevices within the power amplifier. Display area 4 contains the menu, which permits datainput and selection of other menus. The VT-100 screens that do not have these four displayareas are certain full-screen status displays. This section shows all four STATUS,CURRENTS, POWERS, and menu display areas, in addition to the full-screen statusdisplays.5.1.1 Display Area 1: STATUSSTATUS display area 1 contains two groups of two columns. The transmitter parameter isin the left column of each group, and its value or condition is in the right column of eachgroup. The entire display area is repeated and continuously updated on all VT-100 screensexcept certain full-screen status displays. The STATUS display area is display-only anddoes not permit selections or data entry. The following text describes each parameter andcondition displayed in the STATUS display area.FWD PWR (Forward Power)This display lists the transmitter's actual forward RF output power in watts. Sometimesdescribed as total forward power, the value for this display is measured at the output of thePA's combiner board. REF PWR (Reflected Power)This display lists the transmitter's actual reflected RF power in watts. Sometimes describedas total reflected power, the value for this display is measured at the isolator module on therear of the PA.EXC 26V (Exciter 26 Volts)This display lists the exciter's actual 26-volt operating voltage. This voltage is measured atthe power input of the exciter/PA control, and is normally supplied by the transmitter's 26-volt power supply.AGC (Automatic Gain Control)This display lists the AGC voltage, a dc voltage that controls the gain of the power amplifier.This voltage, generated by the PA metering board, is measured at the preamplifier (firststage) on the PA's driver board.
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164OPERATION Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 5-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96NoteDo not confuse AGC voltage generated in the PA with AGC referencevoltage generated in the exciter/PA control. The PA's AGC voltage isproduced by comparing AGC reference voltage against transmitterforward power.V001 (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator 1)This display lists the dc control voltage for VCO-1, in the exciter/PA control IF stagecircuitry. The VCO1 control voltage, necessary for phase-locking the VCO-1 carrier to the10-MHz reference signal, is generated by synthesizer-1.V002 (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator 2)This display lists the dc control voltage for VCO-2, in the exciter/PA control RF stagecircuitry. The VCO2 control voltage, necessary for phase-locking the VCO-2 carrier to the10-MHz reference signal, is generated by synthesizer-2.TEMP (Temperature)This display lists the temperature in degrees centigrade measured at the heat sink on theback of the PA.CTRL VER (Control Version)This display lists the version number for the MCU software that is presently installed in theexciter/PA control. It is the version of software installed in the programmable and erasableread-only memory (PEROM) for the MCU.DSP VER (DSP Version)This display lists the version number for the DSP software that is presently installed in theexciter/PA control. It is the version of software installed in the programmable and erasableread-only memory (PEROM) for the DSP.P/N (Part Number)This display lists the part number of U3, the PEROM for the MCU. The present version ofsoftware for the MCU, designated by the CTRL VER display, is installed in U3.DEVIATIONThis display lists signal deviation values and other relative status items. The operation ofthe deviation display is dependent on the transmitter operating mode presently selected:digital FSK or analog.Digital FSK Mode•When no input data is present, the DEVIATION display lists NO DATA.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 OPERATIONPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 5-3 •When input data is present, the DEVIATION display lists the programmed deviationvalue for the channel and digital level currently selected. This value is the difference, inHz, between f0 and the highest FSK frequency, and between f0 and the lowest FSKfrequency. See OFFSET for a description of f0.Analog Mode•When in analog mode and no input signal is present above 100 Hz, the DEVIATIONdisplay lists 0 Hz•When in analog mode and an input signal is present above the programmed limitingvalue, causing the transmitter to impose deviation limiting, the DEVIATION display listsLIMIT.•When in analog mode and an input signal is present above 100 Hz and below theprogrammed limiting value, the DEVIATION display lists the actual deviation value.This value is the number of Hz between f0 and the highest modulated frequency, andbetween f0 and the lowest modulated frequency. See OFFSET for a description of f0.OFFSETThis display lists the programmed offset value for the mode currently selected, and, whenin the digital FSK mode, for the channel currently selected. This offset of the channelfrequency is needed in order to reduce overlap area nulls when simulcasting. Offset valueis the number of Hz added to or subtracted from the channel frequency to create the centerfrequency (digital FSK mode) or carrier frequency (analog mode), also known as f0.MODEThis display lists the presently selected operating mode and, when in analog mode, also liststhe audio response.•If 2-LEVEL is listed, two-level FSK mode is selected.•If 4-LEVEL is listed, four-level FSK mode is selected.•If ANLG-FLAT is listed, analog mode and audio response for flat is selected.•If ANLG-PRE is listed, analog mode and audio response for preemphasis is selected.CHANNELThis display lists the number (1 through 8) of the transmitter channel thatis currently selected.FREQ (Frequency)This display lists the programmed channel frequency, in MHz, for the channel currentlyselected.DATA POL or ANLG POLThis display lists the programmed input signal polarity state for the presently selectedmode. The title of this display item is DATA POL if 2-level or 4-level FSK modes arepresently selected; the title is ANLG POL if analog mode is presently selected. NON-INVis listed to indicate the programmed input signal polarity state is noninverted. INV is listedto indicate the programmed input signal polarity state is inverted. The result of input signalpolarity inversion is dependent on the mode presently selected.
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164OPERATION Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 5-4 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96DATA POL (Polarity)•When in 2-level FSK mode and NON-INV is listed_, data "1" generates a frequencyabove f0 and data "0" generates a frequency below f0.•When in 2-level FSK mode and INV is listed, data "1" generates frequency below f0 anddata "0" generates a frequency above f0.•When in 4-level FSK mode and NON-INV is listed, data "10" and data "11" generatefrequencies above f0. Data "01" and data "00" generate frequencies below f0.•When in 4-level FSK mode and INV is listed, data "10" and data "11" generate frequen-cies below f0. Data "01" and data "00" generate frequencies above f0. Note that data isrearranged, not just inverted (3-4/2-1 to 2-1/4-3).ANLG POL (analog polarity)•When in analog mode and NON-INV is listed, a positive voltage into audio (+) causes apositive deviation from f0 and a negative voltage into audio (+) causes a negativedeviation from f0.•When in analog mode and INV is listed, a positive voltage into audio (+) causes anegative deviation from f0 and a negative voltage into audio (+) causes a positivedeviation from f0.CONTROLThis display lists the transmitter's presently selected control state. This state is listed eitheras LOCAL or REMOTE.•REMOTE - this is the transmitter's normal operating mode. External control inputs suchas channel, mode, and key commands are supplied by a device such as a transmittercontroller and are obeyed by the transmitter. These commands are not possible throughthe VT-100 interface when in the remote control mode.•LOCAL - this is the transmitter's maintenance mode. External control inputs such aschannel, mode, and key commands are ignored by the transmitter. These commands, inaddition to maintenance, setup, and self test functions, are possible through the VT-100interface when in the local control mode.KEY STATEThis display lists the transmitter's presently selected key input state. This state is listed asKEYED or UNKEYED. The logic for this condition is detected in the exciter/PA control. Akeyed condition indicates an external key hardline activation (in the remote control mode)or a VT-100 VDT [K] key software selection (in the local control mode).FILTERThis display lists the rise time, in microseconds, of the presently selected digital premodu-lation filter. This rise time is effective for the digital FSK modes only, although it is alwaysdisplayed regardless of mode.CHAN BW (Channel Bandwidth)This display lists maximum bandwidth, in kHz, of all the transmitter channels. Thebandwidth is determined by the filtering circuitry installed in the exciter/PA control.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 OPERATIONPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 5-5 FAULT or ALARMThis display is normally blank, unless a transmitter malfunction has occurred that can bedetected by the transmitter's monitoring system. In the event that a transmitter malfunctionis detected, FAULT or ALARM appears as inverted video. The display is reset after each keycycle, unless a serious malfunction prevents the transmitter from keying up. The serious-ness of the malfunction is indicated as FAULT or ALARM.ALARMA less serious transmitter malfunction has occurred, requiring an operator alert but stillpermitting normal transmitter operation.FAULTA more serious transmitter malfunction has occurred, requiring an operator alert andcausing the transmitter to shut down or reduce power, thus preventing further transmitterdamage.5.1.2 Display Area 2: CURRENTSCURRENTS display area 2 contains three groups of two columns. The active devices withinthe PA are in the left column of each group, and their currents are in the right column ofeach group. The entire display area is repeated and continuously updated on all VT-100screens except for certain full-screen status displays. The CURRENTS display area isdisplay-only and does not permit selections or data entry. Table 5-1 lists each item in theleft column of each group, and describes the measurement that determines its currents valuein the right column of each group. Table 5-1 Measurements for CURRENTS Display Areaitem measurementPREAMP current through preamplifier (first stage) on driver boardDRVR1 current through transistor on driver board that supplies RF to PA1 boardDRVR2 current through transistor on driver board that supplies RF to PA2 boardDRVR3 current through transistor on driver board that supplies RF to PA3 boardDRVR4 current through transistor on driver board that supplies RF to PA4 boardIPA current through intermediate PA transistor (second stage) on driver boardPA1-A current through transistor pair A on PA1 boardPA2-A current through transistor pair A on PA2 boardPA3-A current through transistor pair A on PA3 board
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164OPERATION Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 5-6 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/965.1.3 Display Area 3: POWERSPOWERS display area 3 contains three groups of two columns. The active devices withinthe PA and the direction of their measurements are in the left column of each group. Thepowers in watts are in the right column of each group. The entire display area is repeatedand continuously updated on all VT-100 screens except for certain full-screen statusdisplays. The POWERS display area is display-only and does not permit selections or dataentry. Table 5-2 lists each item in the left column of each group, and describes the measure-ment that determines its powers value in the right column of each group. 5.1.4 Display Area 4:MenuThe remainder of this section describes the menu display area 4. Unlike the other threedisplay areas, most menus permit data input and parameter selection. Each menu isdescribed in five parts: access procedure, sample menu, menu function, menu operation,and active alpha function key list.PA4-A current through transistor pair A on PA4 boardPA1-B current through transistor pair B on PA1 boardPA2-B current through transistor pair B on PA2 boardPA3-B current through transistor pair B on PA3 boardPA4-B current through transistor pair B on PA4 boardTable 5-2 Measurements for POWERS Display Areaitem measurementIPA FWD forward power out of second stage on driver boardIPA REF reflected power into second stage on driver boardPA1 FWD forward power out of PA1 boardPA2 FWD forward power out of PA2 boardPA3 FWD forward power out of PA3 boardPA4 FWD forward power out of PA4 boardPA1 REF reflected power into PA1 board outputPA2 REF reflected power into PA2 board outputPA3 REF reflected power into PA3 board outputPA4 REF reflected power into PA4 board outputTable 5-1 Measurements for CURRENTS Display Area (continued)item measurement
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 OPERATIONPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 5-7 1. Access Procedure - an access procedure is included at the top of each page just be-low the menu title. The access procedure describes the keystrokes or other actions re-quired to display this menu.2. Sample Menu - a sample menu is outlined by a square. This sample shows the typical contents of display area 4 when the menu is selected.3. Menu Function - a menu function describes the purpose of the menu.4. Menu Operation - a menu operation describes how to use the menu.5. Active Alpha Function Keys - an active alpha function key list is at the bottom of each page. This list contains the alphabetical keys, active when the menu is displayed, that have been assigned a predetermined software function. The predetermined soft-ware function of these alpha keys is described in the previous introductory Section 4.5.2 Keyboard OperationDepending upon the displayed menu, the keys most often used on the keyboard are thenumeric keys, enter/return key, [ESC], and alphabetic function keys. 5.2.1 Numeric KeysThe numeric keys are used to select a menu or transmitter parameter, or to enter a value intoa data input field. The numeric keys on the keypad function identically to those on the mainkeyboard if [NUM LOCK] is enabled.If the menu contains a list of numbered options, a single press of a numeric key producesthe menu or function desired. No further keystrokes are required if the number pressed wasone of the options.If the menu contains a data input field, more than one keystroke is usually required toproduce the desired function. Pressing numeric keys causes the value to appear in this datainput field, in the space underlined by the cursor. The backspace key is functional duringthis procedure. After typing a value into the data input field, a press of enter/return isrequired to activate the value.5.2.2 Enter/Return KeyThis key is labeled Enter, Return, or abbreviations thereof, depending upon the keyboard.This key performs the same enter function regardless of label, and so is called [ENTER].The key is used to activate a value that has been typed into a data input field.When a data input field first appears, it already contains the default value or the last valueentered by previous keystrokes. A cursor located to the left of this value indicates where atyped numeral will appear. As the new value is typed into the data input field, the old valuedisappears and the cursor flows to the right of the new value. After [ENTER] is pressed,the cursor resets to the left to indicate the new value has become the operative value.
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164OPERATION Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 5-8 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/965.2.3 [Esc]The [ESC], or escape key, is active when all except top-level menus are displayed. Pressingthe escape key causes the previous menu to be displayed. The previous menu is the next-higher level, or one menu back. The escape key will not work if a Main Menu (remote orLocal) is displayed.5.2.4 Alphabetic Function KeysAlphabetic function keys are a group of letters that, when pressed, cause a predeterminedactivity to occur. Only some keys are active when a particular menu is displayed. An activealphabetic function key list is provided for each menu. The following is a list of all thealphabetic function keys:•M (display main menu)•R (refresh main menu)•K (key or unkey TX)•A (select all channels)•Y (yes, perform request)•N (no, do not perform request)•U (adjust value upwards)•D (adjust value downwards)M KeyPressing the M (main menu) key causes a main menu to be displayed, if it is not alreadydisplayed. If the transmitter is in remote control, the M key displays the Remote ControlMain Menu. If the transmitter is in local control, the M key displays the Local Control MainMenu.R KeyPressing the R (refresh) key causes a main menu to be displayed if it is not alreadydisplayed (the same as pressing the M key). The R key also causes the transmitter to updatethe status, currents, and powers values in the top half of the screen.K KeyPressing the K (key) key causes the transmitter to key, if unkeyed, or to unkey, if alreadykeyed. The K key is active in local control only. When local control is entered, the K keyis activated and the transmitter unkeys, if already keyed. When local control is exited, theK key is deactivated and the transmitter assumes the key state determined by the remotekey input.A KeyPressing the A (all) key causes the channel-all menu to be displayed for the parameterpresently selected. This key allows selection or change of a transmitter parameter for allchannels simultaneously, without having to select each channel individually.
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 OPERATIONPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 5-9 U and D KeysPressing the U (up) or D (down) key causes an incremental adjustment to the value for theparameter displayed. These keys permit numerous adjustments to a transmitter parametervalue without having to enter the entire value many times.Y and N KeysPressing the Y (yes) or N (no) key causes a positive or negative response to a question beingasked by the displayed menu. These keys are used when selecting or changing an importanttransmitter parameter.
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 MENU TREEPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 6-1 6 MENU TREENoteC2000/I20 overwrites user changes when in remote mode. I20 interfacesoftware upgrade overwrites local programming.MAIN MENU 1 CHANGE TX SETTINGS see page 7-1 ADJ FWD PWR see page 7-2 Select Channel to Adj Fwd Pwr see page 7-2 Adj Fwd Pwr For Channel see page 7-2 SET LOW PWR ALRM see page 7-3 Select Channel To Set Low Pwr Alarm see page 7-3 Set Low Pwr Alarm For Channel see page 7-3 SET FREQUENCIES see page 7-4 Enter Password to Set Frequencies see page 7-4 Select Channel To Set Frequencies see page 7-4 Set Frequencies For Channel see page 7-5 CHANGE FREQUENCY PASSWORD see page 7-6 CHANGE/TOGGLE ENTRY PASSWORD see page 7-7 Change Entry Password see page 7-7 2 DIGITAL MODE SETUP see page 8-1 SET DEVIATION see page 8-1 Select Channel To Set Mode Deviation see page 8-2 Set Mode Deviation For Channel see page 8-2 SET OFFSET see page 8-3 Select Channel To Set Mode Offset see page 8-3 Set Mode Offset For Channel see page 8-4 SELECT DATA POLARITY see page 8-4 SELECT FILTER RISETIME see page 8-5 Select Channel To Set Filter Risetime see page 8-5 Select Filter Risetime for Channel see page 8-5 3 ANALOG MODE SETUP see page 9-1 ADJUST AUDIO INPUT LEVEL see page 9-1 SET ANALOG DEVIATION see page 9-2 SET ANALOG LIMITER VALUE see page 9-2 SET ANALOG OFFSET see page 9-3 SELECT AUDIO RESPONSE see page 9-3 SELECT AUDIO POLARITY see page 9-4 4 VIEW TX STATUS see page 10-1 VIEW VOLTAGE READINGS see page 10-2 VIEW CHANNEL FREQS see page 10-2 VIEW FAULTS SELECTION see page 10-3
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CHANGE TX SETTINGSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 7-1 7 CHANGE TX SETTINGS Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Change Tx Settings procedure. •Select option to ADJ FWD PWR•Select option to SET LOW PWR ALRM•Select option to SET FREQUENCIES•Select option to CHANGE FREQUENCY PASSWORD•Select option to CHANGE/TOGGLE ENTRY PASSWORDMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)CHANGETXSETTINGS
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164CHANGE TX SETTINGS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 7-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/967.1 ADJ FWD PWR7.1.1 SELECT CHANNEL TO ADJ FWD PWRRefer to the following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel to Adjust Forward PowerProcedure.•To set one channel to a different forward power than other channels, press numeric keythat corresponds to that channel. A menu to adjust forward power for one channelappears.•To set forward power for all channels simultaneously, press A. A menu to adjust forwardpower for all channels appears. Refer to next paragraph for more information.7.1.1.1 Adj Fwd Pwr For ChannelRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Adjust Forward Power For ChannelProcedure.•For incremental adjustments, press U to increase or D to decrease forward power shownin shaded area. Forward power must remain between wattage limits stated on screen.•For entry of a specific value, press numeric keys to input forward power into shaded area.Forward power must be whole number between wattage limits stated on screen. PressEnter to store value and reset cursor.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)CHANGETXSETTINGS ADJ FWD PWRSELECT CHANNELTO ADJ FWD PWRCHANGETXSETTINGS MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ADJ FWD PWR FOR CHANNEL ADJ FWD PWRSELECT CHANNEL TO ADJ FWD PWR
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CHANGE TX SETTINGSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 7-3 7.2 Set Low Pwr Alrm7.2.1 Select Channel To Set Low Pwr AlarmRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel To Set Low Power AlarmProcedure.•To set one channel to a different low power alarm than other channels, press numeric keythat corresponds to that channel. A menu to set low power alarm for one channel appears.•To set low power alarm for all channels simultaneously, press A. A menu to set lowpower alarm for all channels appears. Refer to next paragraph for more information.7.2.1.1 Set Low Pwr Alarm For ChannelRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Set Low Power Alarm For ChannelProcedure.•Press numeric keys to input desired alarm level into shaded area. Alarm level must be awhole number between wattage limits stated on screen.•Set deviation to maximum setting without causing channel interference.•Press Enter to store deviation and reset cursor.CHANGETXSETTINGSMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)SET LOW PWR ALARM SELECT CHANNEL TO SET LOW PWR ALARMCHANGETXSETTINGSMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)SET LOW PWR ALRM SET LOW PWR ALARM FOR CHANNELSELECT CHANNEL TO SET LOW PWR ALARM
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164CHANGE TX SETTINGS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 7-4 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/967.3 Set Frequencies7.3.1 Enter Password To Set FrequenciesRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Enter Password To Set Frequenciesprocedure. •Press keys corresponding to frequency password. Asterisk (*) appears in shaded area aseach key is pressed.•Press Enter. A screen to select channel to set frequencies appears if password is correct.Refer to next paragraph for more information.7.3.1.1 Select Channel To Set FrequenciesRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel To Set Frequenciesprocedure. •To set one channel to a different frequency than other channels, press numeric key thatcorresponds to that channel. A menu to set frequency for one channel appears.•To set frequency for all channels simultaneously, press A. A menu to set frequencies forall channels appears.ENTER PASSWORD TO SET FREQUEN-CIESMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)CHANGETXSETTINGSSET FREQUEN-CIESMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ENTER PASSWORD TO SET FREQUEN-CIESSELECT CHANNEL TO SET FREQUEN-CIESCHANGETXSETTINGSSET FREQUEN-CIES
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CHANGE TX SETTINGSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 7-5 7.3.1.1.1 Set Frequencies For ChannelRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Set Frequencies For Channel procedure.. NoteDifferent frequency ranges appear for different bands. The ranges whichare available to you, correspond to the available frequency range of theexciter, except in cases where the frequency band is subdivided (banded)so that frequencies selected must be within the range of resonant parts. For example, if your range is 920-960 MHz, you may legitimately selecta new frequency around 925 MHz. The particular exciter, however, hasresonant parts for, say, approximately 955 MHz and may not work at theprogrammed frequency because the VCO cannot lock unless you alsoinstall banded parts for the range which corresponds to the newfrequency.•Press numeric keys to input desired frequency into shaded area. Frequency must bewithin limits and proper multiple as stated on screen. Frequency must be withinbandwidth of VCO/RF amplifier board. Press at least three whole digits and no more thaneight digits total. A decimal may be pressed if desired.•Press Enter to store frequency and reset cursor. A decimal is assumed between third andfourth digits if not pressed in previous step.CHANGETXSETTINGSENTER PASSWORD TO SET FREQUEN-CIESSELECT CHANNEL TO SET FREQUEN-CIESSETFREQUEN-CIES FOR CHANNELSET FREQUEN-CIES
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164CHANGE TX SETTINGS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 7-6 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/967.4 Change Frequency PasswordRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Change Frequency Password procedure. •Enter present password.•If password is not correct, invalid password is displayed, go back to previous step.•If password is correct, enter new password. Password is any combination of one to sixalphanumeric keys on keyboard.•Enter new password again.•If password is not correct, invalid password is displayed, go back to previous step.•If password is correct, password is saved.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)CHANGETXSETTINGSCHANGEFREQUENCYPASSWORD
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CHANGE TX SETTINGSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 7-7 7.5 Change/Toggle Entry PasswordRefer to the following diagram for initial steps of Change/Toggle Entry Password proce-dure. •Press option to enable entry password if disabled. Password status changes to ENTRYPASSWORD IS CURRENTLY ENABLED. Password is now required to gain access toVT-100 communications.•Press option to disable entry password if enabled. Password status changes to ENTRYPASSWORD IS CURRENTLY DISABLED. Password is now no longer required to gainaccess to VT-100 communications.Press option to CHANGE ENTRY PASSWORD. Referto next paragraph for more information.7.5.1 Change Entry PasswordRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Change Entry Password procedure•Enter present password.•If password is not correct, invalid password is displayed, go back to previous step.•If password is correct, enter new password. Password is any combination of one to sixalphanumeric keys on keyboard.•Enter new password again.•If password is not correct, invalid password is displayed, go back to previous step.•If password is correct, password is saved.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)CHANGETXSETTINGSCHANGE/TOGGLEENTRY PASSWORDMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)CHANGETXSETTINGSCHANGE/TOGGLEENTRY PASSWORDCHANGEENTRYPASSWORD
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 DIGITAL MODE SETUPPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 8-1 8 DIGITAL MODE SETUPRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Digital Mode Setup procedure.•Press option to SET DEVIATION•Press option to SET OFFSET•Press option to SELECT DATA POLARITY•Press option to SELECT FILTER RISETIME8.1 Set DeviationRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Set Deviation procedure. •To set one mode to a different deviation than other modes, press numeric key that corre-sponds to that mode.Up to four modes are adjustable (A,B,C, and D). A menu to selectchannel to set mode deviation appears.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSET DEVIATION
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164DIGITAL MODE SETUP Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 8-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/968.1.1 Select Channel To Set Mode DeviationRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel To Set Mode Deviationprocedure. •To set one channel to a different mode deviation than other channels, press numeric keythat corresponds to that channel. A menu to set mode deviation for one channel appears.•To set mode deviation for all channels simultaneously, press A. A menu to set modedeviation for all channels appears.8.1.1.1 Set Mode Deviation For ChannelRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel To Set Mode DeviationProcedure.•Press numeric keys to input desired deviation into shaded area. Deviation must be wholenumber between frequency limits stated on screen.•Set deviation to maximum setting without causing channel interference.•Press Enter to store deviation and reset cursor.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT CHANNEL TO SET MODE DEVIATIONSET DEVIATIONMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT CHANNEL TO SET MODE DEVIATIONSET DEVIATION
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 DIGITAL MODE SETUPPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 8-3 8.2 Set OffsetRefer to the following diagram for initial steps of Set Offset procedure. •To set one mode to a different offset than other modes, press numeric key that corre-sponds to that mode. A menu to select channel to set mode offset appears.8.2.1 Select Channel To Set Mode OffsetRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel To Set Mode OffsetProcedure.•To set one channel to a different mode offset than other channels, press numeric key thatcorresponds to that channel. A menu to set mode offset for one channel appears.•To set mode offset for all channels simultaneously, press A. A menu to set mode offsetfor all channels appears.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSET OFFSETMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT CHANNEL TO SET MODE OFFSETSET OFFSET
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164DIGITAL MODE SETUP Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 8-4 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/968.2.1.1 Set Mode Offset For ChannelRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Set Mode Offset For Channel Procedure.•Press minus (-) key if negative offset. If positive offset, plus (+) key may be pressed ifdesired.•Press numeric keys to input desired offset into shaded area. Offset must be whole numberbetween frequency limits stated in menu.•Set offset to O if not simulcasting. If simulcasting, set one tx to 0, a second to +400, anda third tx to -400.•Press Enter to store offset and reset cursor.8.3 Select Data PolarityRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Data Polarity procedure .•Press 1 to invert data if noninverted. Polarity status changes to DATA POLARITY ISCURRENTLY INVERTED.•Press 2 to non-invert data if inverted. Polarity status changes to DATA POLARITY ISCURRENTLY NON-INVERTED.•Set to non-inverted unless data is inverted by a receiver or controller.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT CHANNEL TO SET MODE OFFSETSET OFFSET SET MODE OFFSET FOR CHANNELMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT DATAPOLARITY
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 DIGITAL MODE SETUPPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 8-5 8.4 Select Filter Risetime8.4.1 Select Channel To Set Filter RisetimeRefer to the following diagram for initial steps of Select Channel To Set Filter Risetimeprocedure.•To set one channel to a different filter risetime than other channels, press numeric keythat corresponds to that channel. A menu to select filter risetime for one channel appears.•To set filter risetime for all channels simultaneously, press A. A menu to set filterrisetime for all channels appears.8.4.1.1 Select Filter Risetime for ChannelRefer to the following diagram for initial steps of Select Filter Risetime For Channelprocedure.•Press 1 to select standard rise time. Premodulation filter selection status changes toFILTER RISETIME IS CURRENTLY 88uS.•Press 2 to select narrowband rise time. Premodulation filter selection status changes toFILTER RISETIME IS CURRENTLY 150uS.•Set to standard 88uS unless this is a retrofit to a system that already uses 150uS bessel.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT FILTERRISETIMESELECT CHANNEL TO SET FILTERRISETIMEMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)DIGITAL MODESETUPSELECT FILTERRISETIMESELECT FILTERRISETIME FOR CHANNELSELECT CHANNEL TO SET FILTERRISETIME
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 ANALOG MODE SETUPPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 9-1 9 ANALOG MODE SETUP Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Analog Mode Setup procedure.•Press option to ADJUST AUDIO INPUT LEVEL (must enter analog mode and localcontrol to initiate this command).Press Y for yes to enter analog mode and local control.Press N for no to do not enter analog mode and local control. Press M to display mainmenu. Press R to refresh main menu. Press K when in local control to key or unkey TX.•Press option to SET ANALOG DEVIATION (must enter analog mode and local controlto initiate this command).•Press option to SET ANALOG LIMITER.•Press option to SET ANALOG OFFSET.•Press option to SELECT AUDIO RESPONSE.•Press option to SELECT AUDIO POLARITY.9.1 Adjust Audio Input Level1. Remove exciter/PA control far enough to gain access to AUDIO INPUT ADJUST control through top cover.2. Input standard-level (1000-Hz) audio tone from transmitter controller.3. Refer to following diagram for next steps of ADJUST AUDIO INPUT LEVEL Pro-cedure..4. Set to appropriate (normal) level by rotating audio input adjust clockwise if message at bottom of menu says low. Set to normal level by rotating audio input adjust counter-clockwise if message at bottom of menu says high.5. Remove audio input and replace exciter/PA control.6. Return transmitter to service.Procedure is complete.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUP MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUPADJUST AUDIO INPUTLEVEL*
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164ANALOG MODE SETUP Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 9-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/969.2 Set Analog DeviationPerform audio input level adjustment procedure referenced on previous page.•Input standard (1000-Hz) level audio tone to exciter/PA control from transmittercontroller or other source.•Press numeric keys to input desired deviation into shaded area. Deviation must be wholenumber between frequency limits stated on screen.•Set to 3500 Hz.•Press Enter to store value and reset cursor.•Press Reset on transmitter controller to remove audio tone from exciter/PA control.9.3 Set Analog Limiter ValueRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Set Analog Limiter Value procedure..•Press numeric keys to input analog limiter level into shaded area. Limiter level must bewhole number between frequency limits stated in menu.•Set to 4800 Hz.•Press Enter to store limiter level and reset cursor.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUPSETANALOGDEVIATION*MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUPSETANALOGLIMITERVALU E* (Must be in analog mode and localcontrol)
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 ANALOG MODE SETUPPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 9-3 9.4 Set Analog OffsetRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Set Analog Offset Procedure. •Press minus (-) key if negative offset. If positive offset, plus (+) key may be pressed ifdesired.•Press numeric keys to input desired offset into shaded area. Offset must be whole numberbetween frequency limits stated on screen.•Set to 0 if not simulcasting. If simulcasting, set as follows. Two transmitters: set tx1 to0; set tx2 to between +2 and +8 Hz. Three transmitters: set tx1 to 0; set tx2 to between+2 and +4; set tx3 to between -2 and -4 Hz. Note: Never set more than 8 Hz total spreadin offset between transmitters of same simulcast area.•Press Enter to store offset and reset cursor.9.5 Select Audio ResponseRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Audio Response procedure..•Press option to disable audio preemphasis if enabled. Audio response status changes toAUDIO RESPONSE IS CURRENTLY FLAT.•Press option to enable audio preemphasis if disabled. Audio response status changes toAUDIO RESPONSE IS CURRENTLY PRE-EMPH.•Set to flat for most sites. Set to preemphasis if paging receivers correspondingly deem-phasize received signal.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUPSETANALOGOFFSETMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUPSELECTAUDIORESPONSE
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164ANALOG MODE SETUP Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 9-4 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/969.6 Select Audio PolarityRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Select Audio Polarity procedure..•Press option to invert audio if noninverted. Polarity status changes to AUDIOPOLARITY IS CURRENTLY INVERTED.•Press option to non-invert audio if inverted. Polarity status changes to AUDIOPOLARITY IS CURRENTLY NON-INVERTED.•Set to non-inverted unless audio is inverted by a receiver or controller.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)ANALOG MODESETUPSELECTAUDIOPOLARITY
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-1 10 VIEW TX STATUS Refer to following diagram for initial steps of View Transmitter Status procedure.•Press option to VIEW VOLTAGE READINGS•Press option to VIEW CHANNEL FREQS•Press option to VIEW FAULTS SELECTION•Press option to VIEW ALL TX PRESETSMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUS
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164VIEW TX STATUS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 10-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/9610.1 View Voltage ReadingsRefer to following diagram for intitial steps of View Voltage Readings Procedure.•The screen displays two groups of two columns. Location of each voltage measurement(either power amplifier or exciter/PA control) and its expected value are in left columnof each group. Actual value is in right column of each group, adjacent to its expectedvalue. Each voltage is measured at output of its respective regulating device.10.2 View Channel FreqsRefer to following diagram for initial steps of View Channel Frequencies procedure.•This screen displays two groups of two columns. Each channel number (FREQUENCY 1through FREQUENCY 16) is in left column of each group. Programmed frequency is inright column of each group, adjacent to its channel number.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUSVIEWVOLTAGE READINGSMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUS VIEWCHANNELFREQS
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-3 10.3 View Faults SelectionRefer to following diagram for initial steps of View Faults Selection Procedure.. •Press option to VIEW PRESENT FAULTS.•Press option to VIEW STORED FAULTS.•Press option to VIEW STORED FAULT READINGS.•Press option to VIEW/RESET DSP FAULTS.10.3.1 View Present FaultsRefer to following diagram for initial steps of View Present Faults full-screen displayprocedure•This full screen displays four groups of two columns. Location/function of each item isin left column of each group. FAULT/ALARM/OK or HI/LO status is in right column ofeach group, adjacent to its location/function. Refer to Section 7 for a detailed descriptionof all faults screens.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUS VIEWFAULTSSELECTIONMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUSVIEWFAULTSSELECTIONVIEWPRESENT FAULTS
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164VIEW TX STATUS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 10-4 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/9610.3.2 View Stored FaultsRefer to following diagram for initial steps of View Stored Faults full-screen display.•This full screen displays four groups of two columns. Location/function of each item isin left column of each group. FAULT/ALARM/OK or HI/LO status is in right column ofeach group, adjacent to its location/function. Refer to Section 7 for a detailed descriptionof all fault screens.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUSVIEWFAULTSSELECTION VIEWSTOREDFAULTS
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-5 Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Descriptiondisplay legend normal state alarm state fault statePA1 BOARD OK PA1 board is fully operational.PA1 BOARD ALARM PA1 board should be replaced soon.PA1 BOARD FAULT PA1 board must be replaced immediately.PA1-A CURROK Current through A pair of transistors on PA1 board is within window:(PA1 FWD ÷ PA SUPPLY VOLTAGE) ±2.5A.PA1-A CURRLO Current through A pair of transistors on PA1 board is below window or below 2.0A.PA1-A CURRHI Current through A pair of transistors on PA1 board is above window and below 9A.Current through A pair of transistors on PA1 board is above 9A.PA1-B CURR OK Current through B pair of transistors on PA1 board is within window:(PA1 FWD ÷ PA SUPPLY VOLTAGE) ±2.5A.PA1-B CURR LO Current through B pair of transistors on PA1 board is below window or below 2.0A.PA1-B CURR HI Current through B pair of transistors on PA1 board is above window and below 9A.Current through B pair of transistors on PA1 board is above 9A.PA1 FWD PWROK Forward power of PA1 board is within window:[(FWD PWR + 25%) ÷ NO. of PA BOARDS]+ 33%/-50%.PA1 FWD PWRLO Forward power of PA1 board is below window.PA1 FWD PWR HI Forward power of PA1 board is above window. PA1 REF PWR OK Reflected power of PA1 board is below 15 W
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164VIEW TX STATUS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 10-6 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96PA1 REF PWR HI Reflected power of PA1 is above 15 W.PA2 BOARD OK PA2 board is fully operational.PA2 BOARD ALARM PA2 board should be replaced soon.PA2 BOARD FAULT PA2 board must be replaced immediately.PA2-A CURROK Current through A pair of transistors on PA2 board is within window:(PA2 fwd ÷ PA supply voltage) ±2.5 A.PA2-A CURRLO Current through A pair of transistors on PA2 board is below window or below 2.0 A.PA2-A CURRHI Current through A pair of transistors on PA2 board is above window and below 9 A.Current through A pair oftransistors on PA2 board is above 9 A.PA2-B CURR OK Current through B pair of transistors on PA2 board is within window:(PA2 FWD ÷ PA SUPPLY VOLTAGE) ±2.5 A.PA2-B CURR LO Current through B pair of transistors on PA2 board is below window or below 2.0A.PA2-B CURR HI Current through B pair of transistors on PA2 board is above window and below 9 A.Current through B pair of transistors on PA2 board is above 9 A.PA2 FWD PWROK Forward power of PA2 board is within window:[(FWD PWR + 25%) ÷ NO. OF PA BOARDS]+ 33%/-50%.PA2 FWD PWRLO Forward power of PA2 board is below window.PA2 FWD PWRHI Forward power of PA2 board is above window.PA2 REF PWROK Reflected power of PA2 board is below 15 W.Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description (continued)display legend normal state alarm state fault state
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-7 PA2 REF PWRHI Reflected power of PA2 board is above 15 W.DRVR1 CURROK Current through No. 1 driver transistor on driver board is between 1.5 A and 4.5 A.DRVR1 CURRLO Current through No. 1 driver transistor on driver board is below 1.5 A.DRVR1 CURRHI Current through No. 1 driver transistor on driver board is above 4.5 A.DRVR2 CURROK Current through No. 2 driver transistor on driver board is between 1.5 A and 4.5 A.DRVR2 CURRLO Current through No. 2 driver transistor on driver board is below 1.5 A.DRVR2 CURRHI Current through No. 2 driver transistor on driver board is above 4.5 A.IPA BOARD OK Driver board is fully operational.IPA BOARD ALARM Driver board should be replaced soon.IPA BOARD FAULT Driver board must be replaced immediately.PREAMP CURROK Current through first stage on driver board is between 1 A and 4 A.PREAMP CURRLO Current through first stage on driver board is below 1 A.PREAMP CURRHI Current through first stage on driver board is above 4 A.IPA CURR OK Current through second stage on driver board is between 0.7 A and 2.5 A.IPA CURR LO Current through second stage on driver board is below 0.7 A.IPA CURR HI Current through second stage on driver board is above 2.5 A.Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description (continued)display legend normal state alarm state fault state
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164VIEW TX STATUS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 10-8 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96IPA FWD PWROK Forward power of second stage on driver board is between 7 W and 35 W.IPA FWD PWRLO Forward power of second stage on driver board is below 7 W.IPA FWD PWRHI Forward power of second stage on driver board is above 35 W.IPA REF PWROK Reflected power of second stage on driver board is below 10 W.IPA REF PWRHI Reflected power of second stage on driver board is above 10 W.TOT FWD PWROK Forward power of combiner board is below 300 W and above low- power alarm setting.TOT FWD PWRLO Forward power of combiner board is below low power alarm setting and above 100 W.Forward power of combiner board is below 100W.TOT FWD PWRHI Forward power of combiner board is being limited to 300 W.TOT REF PWROK Reflected power at isolator is below 25 W.TOT REF PWRHI Reflected power at isolator is above 25 W.EXC OUT-PUTOK Power amplifier's modulated RF input signal is above 1 Vrms or 200 mWEXC OUT-PUTLO Power amplifier's modulated RF input signal is below 1 Vrms or 200 mWISOLATOR OK Isolator module is fully operational.ISOLATOR FAULT Isolator module must be replaced immediately.COMBINER OK Combiner board is fully operational.Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description (continued)display legend normal state alarm state fault state
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-9 COMBINER FAULT Combiner board must be replaced immediately.PA 26V OK Power amplifier's 26 Vdc power input is between 22 V and 29 V.PA 26V LO Power amplifier's 26 Vdc power input is below 22 V.PA 26V HI Power amplifier's 26 Vdc power input is above 29 V.PA 13V OK Power amplifier's 13.5 Vdc power input is between 11 V and 15 V.PA 13V LO Power amplifier's 13.5 Vdc power input is below 11 V.PA 13V HI Power amplifier's 13.5 Vdc power input is above 15 V.PA 5V OK Power amplifier's internal 5 Vdc supply is between 4 V and 6 V.PA 5V LO Power amplifier's internal 5 Vdc supply is below 4 V.PA 5V HI Power amplifier's internal 5 Vdc supply is above 6 V.EXC 26V OK Exciter's 26 Vdc power input is between 22 V and 29 V.EXC 26V LO Exciter's 26 Vdc power input is below 22 V.EXC 26V HI Exciter's 26 Vdc power input is above 29 V.EXC 13.5V OK Exciter's internal 13.5 Vdc supply is between 11 V and 15 V.EXC 13.5V LO Exciter's internal 13.5 Vdc supply is below 11 V.EXC 13.5V HI Exciter's internal 13.5 Vdc supply is above 15 V.EXC 5V OK Exciter's internal 5 Vdc supply is between 4 V and 6V.Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description (continued)display legend normal state alarm state fault state
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164VIEW TX STATUS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 10-10 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/96EXC 5V LO Exciter's internal 5 Vdc supply is below 4 V.EXC 5V HI Exciter's internal 5 Vdc supply is above 6 V.TEMP OK Power amplifier's heat sink temperature below 85°C.TEMP HI Power amplifier's heatsink temperature above 85°C.100KHZ LEVELOK DSP's modulated 1st IF signal output is above 1Vrms.100KHZ LEVELLO DSP's modulated 1st IF signal output is below 1 Vrms.10MHZ LEV-ELOK 10 MHz reference signal is above 1 Vrms.10MHZ LEV-ELLO 10 MHz reference signal is below 1 Vrms.OSC WARM OK 10 MHz oscillator is at operating temperature.OSC WARM FAULT 10 MHz oscillator is below operating temperature in local control.10 MHz oscillator is below operating temperature in remote control.SYNTH1 LCKOK No. 1 stage VCO-1 carrier signal is phase locked.SYNTH1 LCKFAULT No. 1 stage VCO-1 carrier signal is not phase-locked.SYNTH2 LCKOK No. 2 stage VCO-2 carrier signal is phase-locked.SYNTH2 LCKFAULT No. 2 stage VCO-2 carrier signal is not phase-locked.SCI COMM OK Serial data link with VT-100 VDT has no overrun, framing, or lockup errors.SCI COMM FAULT Serial data link with VT-100 VDT has overrun, framing, or lockup error.SPI COMM OK Serial data link to synth-1 and synth-2 has no lockup error.Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description (continued)display legend normal state alarm state fault state
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-11 SPI COMM FAULT Serial data link to synth-1 and synth-2 has lockup error.DSP COMM OK DSP responds to status requests.DSP COMM FAULT DSP unresponsive to status requests.RAM OK No read/write errors by MCU's internal RAM.RAM FAULT Data read from MCU's internal RAM not same as written. EEPROM OK No read/write errors by MCU's internal ROM.EEPROM FAULT Data read from MCU's internal ROM not same as written.ROM OK No checksum errors by MCU's external ROM.ROM FAULT Calculated checksum from MCU's external ROM does not equal known checksum.FWD CALIB OK Forward power has been calibrated.FWD CALIB FAULT Forward power has not been calibrated.REF CALIB OK Reflected power has been calibrated.REF CALIB FAULT Reflected power has not been calibrated.DSP ROM OK No checksum errors by DSP's external ROM.DSP ROM FAULT Calculated checksum from DSP's external ROM does not equal known checksum.Table 10-1 TX Faults Legend Display Description (continued)display legend normal state alarm state fault state
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164VIEW TX STATUS Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 10-12 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/9610.3.3 View Stored Fault Readings10.3.3.1 View Readings At Fault Refer to following diagram for initial steps of View Readings At Fault procedure. •This full screen displays fault readings in display areas. Instead of being continuouslyupdated, STATUS, CURRENTS, and POWERS readings indicate saved values whenfirst fault or alarm occurred during most recent key cycle. If no fault or alarm occurred,menu displays phrase THERE ARE NO TX FAULTS and fault readings are zero. Referto Section 7 for a detailed description of all faults screens.10.3.4 View/Reset DSP Faults. •Screen displays current number of DSP faults. Select option to reset DSP faults.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUSVIEWFAULTSSELECTIONVIEWREADINGSAT FAULTVIEWSTOREDFAULTREADINGSMAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUSVIEWFAULTSSELECTION VIEW/RESETDSP FAULTS
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 VIEW TX STATUSPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 10-13 10.4 View All Tx PresetsRefer to following diagram for initial steps of View All Transmitter Presets full-screendisplays procedure. •Full screen displays presently selected transmitter parameters: frequency for eachchannel; mode deviation for each channel; mode offset for each channel; forward powerfor each channel; low power alarm for each channel; filter for each channel; analog devi-ation; analog limiter; analog polarity; digital polarity; audio response; and mode.MAINMENU(REMOTEOR LOCAL)VIEWTXSTATUSVIEWALLTXPRESETS
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CALIBRATE FWD/REF PWRPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 11-1 11 CALIBRATE FWD/REF PWRRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Calibrate Forward/Reflected PowerProcedure. •Press option to CALIBRATE FWD PWR.•Press option to CALIBRATE REF PWR.MAINMENULOCAL*CALIBRATEFWD/REFPWR
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164CALIBRATE FWD/REF PWR Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 11-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/9611.1 CALIBRATE FWD PWR NoteOutput is at cabinet-mounted connector on 36 inch cabinet. On othercabinets, output is at isolator output. Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Calibrate Forward Power procedure.. •Press K to unkey transmitter if transmitter is keyed.•Connect wattmeter and dummy load to transmitter RF output.•Press K on VDT keyboard to key transmitter.•Press and hold U on VDT keyboard until wattmeter reads correct wattage if wattmeterreads below that wattage. •Press and hold D on VDT keyboard until wattmeter reads correct wattage if wattmeterreads above that wattage. •Press Enter on VDT keyboard when the wattmeter reads correct wattage.•Press N on VDT keyboard if wattmeter does not read correct wattage. Go to step 5.•Press Y on VDT keyboard if wattmeter does read correct wattage.CautionWattmeter must read exactly correct wattage toensure proper metering.•Menu displays TX CALIBRATED. Press K on VDT keyboard to unkey transmitter.•Disconnect wattmeter and dummy load; return transmitter to service.Procedure is complete.MAINMENULOCAL*CALIBRATEFWD/REFPWRCALIBRATEFWD PWR
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CALIBRATE FWD/REF PWRPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 11-3 11.2 Calibrate Ref PwrNoteOutput is at cabinet-mounted connector on 36 inch cabinet. On othercabinets, output is at isolator output. Before continuing, forward powercalibration must have been completed.Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Calibrate Reflected Power procedure. •Press Enter to continue.•Disconnect PA RF output from load at a convenient point.•Press Enter to continue.•Automatic reflected power calibration has just occurred.•Press Enter to continue. •This procedure is finished.MAINMENULOCAL*CALIBRATEFWD/REFPWRCALIBRATEREF PWR
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CHANGE MODEPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 12-1 12 CHANGE MODE Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Change Mode procedure. •Press option to select analog mode if not already selected. Transmitter operating modeselection status changes to MODE IS CURRENTLY ANALOG.•Press option to select digital mode A if not already selected. Transmitter operating modeselection status changes to MODE IS CURRENTLY MODE A.•Press option to select digital mode B if not already selected. Transmitter operating modeselection status changes to MODE IS CURRENTLY MODE B.•Press option to select digital mode C if not already selected. Transmitter operating modeselection status changes to MODE IS CURRENTLY MODE C.•Press option to select digital mode D if not already selected. Transmitter operating modeselection status changes to MODE IS CURRENTLY MODE D.MAINMENULOCAL*CHANGEMODE
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 CHANGE CHANNELPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 13-1 13 CHANGE CHANNEL Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Change Channel procedure.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel one.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel two.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel three.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel four.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel five.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel six.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel seven.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel eight.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel nine.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel ten.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel eleven.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel twelve.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel thirteen.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel fourteen.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel fifteen.•Press option to change channel and status indication to channel sixteen.MAINMENULOCAL*CHANGECHANNEL
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Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 TESTS/UPLOADPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 14-1 14 TESTS/UPLOAD Refer to following diagram for initial steps of Tests/Upload procedure.•Press option to KEY/UNKEY EXCITER•Press option to initiate exciter front-panel LEDs test and display menu: LEDS TEST•N/A•Press option to RESET EXCITER•Press option to initiate alarms test to see if alarms are reported correctly: TEST ALARMS•Press option to UPDATE FIRMWARE14.1 Key/Unkey ExciterRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Key/Unkey Exciter procedure. •Press option to key exciter internal keyline if transmitter is unkeyed. Exciter key statechanges to KEYED. KEY LED on exciter front panel is illuminated. Any exciter keylineoutputs or key reports are activated.•Press option to unkey exciter internal keyline if exciter is keyed and AGC referencevoltage is low (PA unkeyed). Exciter key state changes to UNKEYED. KEY LED onexciter front panel is extinguished. Any exciter keyline outputs or key reports aredeactivated.MAINMENULOCAL*TESTS/UPLOADMAINMENULOCAL*TESTS/UPLOAD KEY/UNKEYEXCITER*IN LOCAL CONTROLMODE ONLY
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164TESTS/UPLOAD Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 14-2 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/9614.2 LEDs TestRefer to following diagram for initial steps of LEDs Test procedure.•Observe that front-panel LEDs on exciter light as follows:All tested LEDs: light green except VSWR which lights red.FAULT/ALARM: lights red; flashes green; flashes red; returns to green.REMOTE LOCAL: toggles orange/green; returns to green.KEY: flashes green; returns to green.RF OUT/RF LOW: toggles orange/green; toggles orange/red; returns to green.VSWR: flashes red; returns to red.DIGITAL/ANALOG: toggles orange/green.•All tested LEDs: return to original pretest color. Ignore DC POWER and MODULA-TION/LIMITING LEDs which are not tested during this procedure.•Return transmitter to serviceTest is complete.MAINMENULOCAL*TESTS/UPLOADLEDSTEST
Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164 Gold Line VDTIssue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96 TESTS/UPLOADPrint Date: 12/17/96 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Page: 14-3 14.3 N/A14.4 Reset ExciterSelect to reset exciter.14.5 Test AlarmsRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Test Alarms procedure. •Press option to toggle RF IN fault on/off.•Press option to toggle PA DC LOW fault on/off.•Press option to toggle PA SHTDWN fault on/off.•Press option to toggle ISOLATOR fault on/off•N/A•Press option to toggle PA FLT fault on/off.•Press option to toggle MOD IND fault on/off.•Press option to toggle TEMP FLT fault on/offMAINMENULOCAL*TESTS/UPLOADTEST ALARMS
Gold Line VDT Glenayre Document Number: 9110.00164TESTS/UPLOAD Issue 1, Rev. F: 09/03/96Page: 14-4 Copyright © 1996 Glenayre Print Date: 12/17/9614.6 Update FirmwareRefer to following diagram for initial steps of Update Firmware Procedure.Press enter to continue firmware ugrade.•Place firmware update diskette in drive A or B.•Press ALT-F5 to continue firmware update.•Use filename. Example: a:\upload.asx.MAINMENULOCAL*TESTS/UPLOADUPDATEFIRMWARE

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