Aeroflex 8800 Series User manual

Digital Radio
Test System
8800 Series
Operation Manual
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OPERATION MANUAL
DIGITAL RADIO TEST SYSTEM
8800 SERIES
PUBLISHED BY
Aeroflex
COPYRIGHT Aeroflex 2016
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or
otherwise without the prior permission of the publisher.
Original Printing Mar 2015
Issue-2 May 2015
Issue-3 Aug 2015
Issue-4 Jan 2016
10200 West York / Wichita, Kansas 67215 U.S.A. / [phone] / FAX [phone]
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Electromagnetic Compatibility:
For continued EMC compliance, all external cables must be shielded and three meters or less in
length.
Nomenclature Statements:
In this manual, 8800 refers to the 8800 Digital Radio Test System.
In this manual, 8800S refers to the 8800S Digital Radio Test System.
In this manual, 8800SX refers to the 8800SX Digital Radio Test System.
In this manual, 8800 Series refers to the 8800 Series Digital Radio Test System.
In this manual, Test Set, Digital Radio Test System or Unit refers to the 8800 Series Digital Radio
Test System.
Product Warranty:
Refer to http://ats.aeroflex.com/about-us/quality/standard-hardware-warranty for the Product
Warranty information.
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SAFETY FIRST: TO ALL OPERATIONS PERSONNEL
REFER ALL SERVICING OF UNIT TO QUALIFIED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL. THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO
OPERATOR SERVICEABLE PARTS.
WARNING: USING THIS EQUIPMENT IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTATION MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT.
CASE, COVER OR PANEL REMOVAL
Opening the Case Assembly exposes the operator to electrical hazards that can result in electrical shock or
equipment damage. Do not operate this Unit with the Case Assembly open.
SAFETY IDENTIFICATION IN TECHNICAL MANUAL
This manual uses the following terms to draw attention to possible safety hazards, that may exist when
operating or servicing this equipment.
CAUTION: THIS TERM IDENTIFIES CONDITIONS OR ACTIVITIES THAT, IF IGNORED, CAN RESULT IN
EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE (E.G., FIRE).
WARNING: THIS TERM IDENTIFIES CONDITIONS OR ACTIVITIES THAT, IF IGNORED, CAN RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY SYMBOLS IN MANUALS AND ON UNITS
CAUTION: Refer to accompanying documents. (This symbol refers to specific CAUTIONS
represented on the unit and clarified in the text.)
AC OR DC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with AC or DC voltage.
DC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with DC voltage.
AC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with AC or alternating voltage.
HOT SURFACE: This surface may be hot to the touch.
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING PRECAUTION
Improper grounding of equipment can result in electrical shock.
USE OF PROBES
Check the specifications for the maximum voltage, current and power ratings of any connector on the Unit
before connecting it with a probe from a terminal device. Be sure the terminal device performs within these
specifications before using it for measurement, to prevent electrical shock or damage to the equipment.
POWER CORDS
Power cords must not be frayed, broken nor expose bare wiring when operating this equipment.
USE RECOMMENDED FUSES ONLY
Use only fuses specifically recommended for the equipment at the specified current and voltage ratings.
INTENDED USE
This Unit is intended for indoor use only and should not be subjected to conditions which cause water or other
liquids to collect on the Touch Screen Display.
INTERNAL BATTERY
This Unit contains a Lithium Ion Battery, serviceable only by a qualified technician.
CAUTION: SIGNAL GENERATORS CAN BE A SOURCE OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) TO
COMMUNICATION RECEIVERS. SOME TRANSMITTED SIGNALS CAN CAUSE DISRUPTION AND
INTERFERENCE TO COMMUNICATION SERVICES OUT TO A DISTANCE OF SEVERAL MILES.
USERS OF THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD SCRUTINIZE ANY OPERATION THAT RESULTS IN
RADIATION OF A SIGNAL (DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY) AND SHOULD TAKE NECESSARY
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POTENTIAL COMMUNICATION INTERFERENCE PROBLEMS.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The Declaration of Conformity Certificate included with
the Unit should remain with the Unit.
Aeroflex recommends the operator reproduce a copy of
the Declaration of Conformity Certificate to be stored
with the Operation Manual for future reference.
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RoHs Product Information for People’s Republic of China
Toxic or Hazardous Substance Content Table
The table provided below lists information as required by People’s Republic of China
Electronic Industry Standard SJ/T11364-2006, Marking for Control of Pollution Caused by
Electronic Information Products. The table lists toxic or hazardous substances contained in
Aeroflex products that exceed limits in SJ/T11363-2006
Table 1. Toxic or Hazardous Substances in Product
部件名称
Parts Toxic or Hazardous Substances 有毒有害物质或元素
Lead
(Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium
(Cr6+)
Polybrominated
Biphenyls (PBB)
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
铅汞镉六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚
印刷板组件
Printed Board
Assemblies
X O O O O O
机箱子组件
Chassis
subassembly
X O O O O O
电源
Power Supply
X O O O O O
电缆及电缆组件
Cables & Cable
Assemblies
X O O O O O
O: Indicates that the toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogenous
materials for this component is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006
O: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T 11363-2006
标准规定的限量要求以下
X: Indicates that the toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the
homogeneous materials for this component is above the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-
2006.
X：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T 11363-2006
标准规定的限量要求
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RoHs Product Information for People’s Republic of China (cont)
Pollution Control Marking
The following marking is located on all Aeroflex products sold in China. The number in the
center indicates the Environmental Protection Use Period. This indicates the period in years
during which the hazardous substances described in Table 1 will not leak or mutate under
normal operating conditions so that the use of the product will not result in any severe
environmental problem, any bodily injury, or damage to assets. The Environmental Protection
Use period is valid only when the product is operated under the conditions defined in the
product manual.
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PREFACE
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SCOPE
This Manual contains Instructions for operating the Digital Radio Test System. It is strongly
recommended that the Operator be thoroughly familiar with this manual before attempting to operate
the equipment.
ORGANIZATION
The Manual is composed of the following Chapters:
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
Provides an Introduction and a Brief Overview of Functions and Features. Principles of
Operation are also included.
CHAPTER 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Identifies and functionally describes all Controls, Indicators and Connectors.
Provides UI interaction.
Provides a Turn-On Procedure and Initial Adjustments.
Provides Operation Procedures.
Provides Applications.
CHAPTER 3 - OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
Identifies and explains Routine Service, Maintenance and Storage Procedures.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PARAGRAPH PAGE
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
1-1 General Information ..................................................................................... 1-1
1-1A Scope .................................................................................................... 1-1
1-1B Nomenclature Cross-Reference List........................................................... 1-1
1-2 Equipment Capabilities and Features............................................................. 1-2
1-2A Capabilities ............................................................................................ 1-2
1-2B Features................................................................................................. 1-3
1-3 Equipment Data........................................................................................... 1-9
1-4 Principles of Operation................................................................................. 1-25
CHAPTER 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2-1 Operator’s Controls, Indicators and Connectors .............................................. 2-1
2-2 Functions and Tiles ..................................................................................... 2-5
2-2-1 System Icons .......................................................................................... 2-8
2-2-2 Touch Screen.......................................................................................... 2-12
2-2-3 User Interface (UI) Components ................................................................ 2-13
2-2-3A Launch Bar......................................................................................... 2-13
2-2-3B Function Icons .................................................................................... 2-14
2-2-3C Tile Windows ...................................................................................... 2-15
2-2-3D Defining Parameters ............................................................................ 2-18
2-2-3E Dropdown Menus................................................................................. 2-22
2-2-3F Message Windows ............................................................................... 2-24
2-2-4 System Menu .......................................................................................... 2-25
2-2-5 Suspend (Sleep) Mode............................................................................. 2-26
2-2-6 Multi-Language Support ........................................................................... 2-28
2-3 Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services................................................. 2-30
2-3-1 General.................................................................................................. 2-30
2-3-2 Preventive Maintenance Procedures.......................................................... 2-30
2-3-2A Tools, Materials and Equipment Required .............................................. 2-30
2-3-2B Routine Checks................................................................................... 2-30
2-3-2C Schedule of Checks............................................................................. 2-30
2-4 Operation Under Usual Conditions................................................................. 2-31
2-4-1 Turn-On Procedure .................................................................................. 2-31
2-4-2 Install/Remove License ............................................................................ 2-32
2-4-3 Install Software....................................................................................... 2-36
2-4-4 Save/Recall Function Windows.................................................................. 2-38
2-4-5 Snapshot................................................................................................ 2-39
2-4-6 Clone Unit .............................................................................................. 2-42
2-4-7 Digital Multimeter (DMM).......................................................................... 2-43
2-4-8 Configuration Modes................................................................................ 2-44
2-4-9 Time Base Reference Modes..................................................................... 2-46
2-5 Basic LMR Configuration Setups ................................................................... 2-47
2-5-1 Analog Demod......................................................................................... 2-47
2-5-2 Analog SINAD ......................................................................................... 2-48
2-5-3 Digital DMR ............................................................................................ 2-49
2-6 Advanced Digital Configuration Setups........................................................... 2-50
2-6-1 P25 Phase 2 ........................................................................................... 2-50
2-6-2 DMR Repeater......................................................................................... 2-51
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CHAPTER 3 - MAINTENANCE
3-1 Preliminary Servicing and Adjustment of Equipment......................................... 3-1
3-2 Self Test..................................................................................................... 3-2
3-3 Maintenance Procedures .............................................................................. 3-3
3-3-1 Battery Recharging.................................................................................. 3-3
3-3-2 Battery Replacement................................................................................ 3-4
3-3-3 Fuse Replacement................................................................................... 3-5
3-3-4 DMM Fuse Replacement........................................................................... 3-6
3-3-5 Feet Replacement.................................................................................... 3-7
3-4 Preparation for Storage or Shipment.............................................................. 3-8
3-4A Packaging ............................................................................................. 3-8
3-4B Environment............................................................................................ 3-8
APPENDICES
A Connector Pin-Out Tables............................................................................. A-1
A-1 I/O Connectors........................................................................................ A-1
A-2 MIC Connector Pin-Out Table.................................................................... A-3
A-3 REMOTE Connector Pin-Out Table ............................................................ A-4
A-4 ETHERNET Connector Pin-Out Table......................................................... A-5
A-5 USB Connector Pin-Out Table................................................................... A-6
B Abbreviations ............................................................................................. B-1
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS / TABLES
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LIST OF TABLES
TITLE PAGE
I/O Connectors (Front Panel) A-1
I/O Connectors (Rear Panel) A-2
MIC Connector Pin-Out Table A-3
REMOTE Connector Pin-Out Table A-4
ETHERNET Connector Pin-Out Table A-5
USB Connector Pin-Out Table A-6
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SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF MATERIAL
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Unpacking
Special-design packing material inside the shipping container provides maximum protection for the
Digital Radio Test System. Avoid damaging the shipping container and packing material during
equipment unpacking.
Use the following steps for unpacking the Digital Radio Test System.
Cut and remove the sealing tape on top of the shipping container and open the shipping
container.
Remove the top packing mold.
Remove the Digital Radio Test System and packing material from the bottom packing mold.
Remove the protective plastic bag from the Digital Radio Test System and inspect the
contents.
Place the protective plastic bag and packing material inside the shipping container.
Store the shipping container for future use should the Digital Radio Test System need to be
returned/shipped.
Checking Unpacked Equipment
Check the equipment for damage incurred during shipment. If the equipment has been damaged or if
items seem to be absent from the shipment, report the damage and/or discrepancies to Aeroflex
Customer Service.
CONTACT: Aeroflex
Telephone: [phone] (U.S. only)
[phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
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STANDARD ITEMS
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY
8800 Series Digital Radio Test System:
8800
8800S
8800SX
112581
138803
139942
1
Battery, Spare 67076 1
External DC Power Supply 67374 1
Front Cover 138167 1
Fuse, Spare (5 A, 32 Vdc, Type F) 56080 2
Manual, Getting Started (Paper) 139254 1
Manual, Operation (CD) 139274 1
Power Cable (AC) (China) 91803 1
Power Cable (AC) (Continental Europe) 27480 1
Power Cable (AC) (North America) 27478 1
Power Cable (AC) (UK) 27477 1
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STANDARD ITEMS
8800 / 8800S / 8800SX
112581 / 138803 / 139942
Battery, Spare
67076
External DC Power Supply
67374
Front Cover
138167
Fuse, Spare (5 A, 32 Vdc, Mini-Blade)
56080
Manual, Getting Started (Paper)
139254
Manual, Operation (CD)
139274
Power Cable (AC) (China)
91803
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STANDARD ITEMS
Power Cable (AC) (Continental Europe)
27480
Power Cable (AC) (North America)
27478
Power Cable (AC) (UK)
27477
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OPTIONAL ITEMS
(These optional items may be included if ordered)
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
Antenna Kit 114475
Attenuator (20 dB / 150 W) 82560
Battery Charger, External 114479
Battery, Spare 67076
Case, Soft-Sided Carrying Case 114478
Case, Transit 114477
DMM Test Leads 63936
Handset (Microphone) 112861
Manual, Maintenance (CD) 113614
Power Cable (DC Cigarette Lighter) 62404
Power Sensor (Bird 5017B) 113309
Precision DTF / VSWR Accessory Kit 114348
Rackmount Kit 114312
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