BWI Eagle AIR-EAGLE XLT Manual

PRODUCT INFORMATION
BULLETIN
105 Bonnie Drive
Butler, PA 16002
724-283-4681
724-283-5939 (fax)
www.bwieagle.com
AIR-EAGLE® XLT
900MHz RF Repeater
MODEL 441-4500-AC
DESCRIPTION
The AIR-EAGLE XLT RF REPEATER IS designed to retransmit an RF
signal from any Air-Eagle XLT Transmitter. When placed in an area
where the signal is weak, this unit will then re-transmit at full strength
facilitating greater distances and allowing the RF signal to reach
around corners, through tunnels, over hills and through valleys.
APPROVALS
United States (FCC)
MCQ-XB900HP
Canada (IC)
1846A-XB900HP
INSTALLATION
DISCONNECT AC Power from all equipment before installation.
1. Mount the AIR-EAGLE XLT REPEATER in a convenient location.
2. Attach rubber duck antenna or coax from external antenna to
connector on side of enclosure.
3. Connect supplied power input cable to your external power source.
TERMINAL STRIP WIRING
TERMINAL STRIP WIRING (TER1)
Terminal 1
100-250 VAC
Terminal 2
100-250 VAC
Terminal 3
Not Used
Terminal 4
Not Used
Terminal 5
Not Used
Terminal 6
Not Used
Terminal 7
Not Used
Terminal 8
Not Used
Terminal 9
Not Used
Terminal 10
Not Used
Terminal 11
Not Used
Terminal 12
Not Used
Terminal 13
Not Used
Terminal 14
Not Used
CONTROLS & INDICATORS
RX LED
Yellow LED illuminates as remote signals are
being received by the repeater
POWER LED
Green LED is illuminated while power is
applied to the repeater
TX LED
Red LED illuminates as remotesignals are
being re-transmitted by the repeater
RF1
RF module that receives data from the remote
transmitter
SEL1
Used to set frequency

AIR-EAGLE®XLT
900MHz RF Repeater
MODEL 441-4500-AC
FREQUENCY SET-UP
This unit is shipped from the factory with SEL1 switches in the open
positions and is operating on frequency #1. If you wish to change the
default frequency setting, follow the instructions below:
1) Remove power from unit and remove top cover.
2) Select desired network frequency using table below.
3) Reattach cover and apply power. Programming is now complete..
FREQUENCY SELECTION
SEL 1
(SW5, 6 & 7):
Network
Frequency
SW5
SW6
SW7
#1 (default)
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
#2
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
#3
OPEN
CLOSED
OPEN
#4
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
#5
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSED
#6
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
#7
OPEN
CLOSED
CLOSED
#8
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
Note –Switches 1, 2, 3, 4, 8 & 9are not used on this model. Leave in
OPEN position
DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
AC Input
100-250 VAC, 5 W, 50/60 Hz
Fuse Protected
2 amp
Frequency
900MHz Spread Spectrum
RF Networks
Eight Independent Frequencies
RF Output Power
250mW
Transmit Range
Approximately 2500 feet (Up to 2 miles
with external antenna - see accessories)
Transmitter Data
Repeater
Enclosure
Polycarbonate, IP66 (NEMA 4)
Operating Temp
-40oF - +185oF
ACCESSORIES
Standard Antenna (Included):
900MHz TNC “Rubber Duck” Antenna
49-1103
Mobile/Base Antennas –
Used to help achieve max range in both nonline of sight andline of
sight applications. - Contact BWI Eagle for recommendations
900MHz Thru-Hole Mount Mobile Antenna
49-2101
900MHz Magnet Mount Mobile Antenna
49-2102
900MHz Omni Directional Base Antenna
49-3101
900MHz Yagi Directional Base Antenna
49-3102
High Quality Coax Cables –
Used to connect external high gain antennas to control unit
Flex Coax Cable w/Connectors –Available in
5’,15’,25’,30’,40’,60’,80’,100’ Lengths
49-4000-XX
(XX = # of Feet)
Bulkhead Extensions –
Used to provide an external antenna connection whenmounting
control unit inside another enclosure
TNC Male to TNCBulkhead Cable Assembly
- Available in 2’, 4’, 7’ Lengths
49-5004-X-ISO
(X = # of Feet)
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
BWI Eagle Inc. warrants the Air-Eagle Remote Control System, ifproperly used and
installed, will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year
after date of purchase. Said warranty to include the repair or replacement of defective
equipment. This warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including
accident, problems with electrical power, usage not in accordance with product
instructions, misuse, neglect, alteration, repair, improper installation, or improper
testing. This limited warranty, and any implied warranties that may exist under state
law, apply only to the original purchaser of the equipment, and last only for as long as
such purchaser continues to own the equipment. This warranty replaces all other
warranties, express or implied including, but not limited to, the implied warranties or
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. BWI Eagle makes no express
warranties beyond those stated here. BWI disclaims without limitation, implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Some jurisdictions
do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so this limitation may not apply to
you. To obtain warranty service, contact BWI Eagle for a return material
authorization. When returning equipment to BWI Eagle, the customer assumes the
risk of damage or loss during shipping and is responsible for the shipping costs
incurred.
DOCUMENT DATE: 07/22/2021 / PRODUCT REV. 0
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Butler, PA 16002
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