Dataradio Paragon User manual

ParagonPD
Data Base Station
Technical Manual
Version 2.04a
(Preliminary, for internal use only)
The entire contents of this manual and the Radio Installation Software
described in this manual are copyright 2002 by DATARADIO Inc.
Copyright DATARADIO Inc.
March 2002
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Table of Contents
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTENDED AUDIENCE ....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................................................1
1.2.1 Features:.................................................................................................................................................1
1.3 FACTORY TECHNICAL SUPPORT........................................................................................................................ 2
1.4 PRODUCT WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................... 2
1.5 REPLACEMENT PARTS....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.5.1 Factory Repair........................................................................................................................................ 2
1.5.2 Model Designation.................................................................................................................................. 3
1.6 RADIO SERIES I OR II........................................................................................................................................3
1.7 PACKAGING ......................................................................................................................................................4
2. INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................................................4
2.1 OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 LOCATION......................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 ELECTRICAL......................................................................................................................................................4
2.3.1 Radio Assembly Power............................................................................................................................ 7
2.3.2 BDLCPD assembly Power........................................................................................................................ 8
2.4 ANTENNA .........................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.2 Cabling and Connection .........................................................................................................................8
2.5 COMPLETING THE PHYSICAL INSTALLATION...................................................................................................... 8
2.6 CHECKING OUT NORMAL OPERATION...............................................................................................................9
3. OPERATING DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................9
3.1 RADIO ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................. 9
3.1.1 Front panels............................................................................................................................................9
3.1.1.1 Receiver module..............................................................................................................................................9
3.1.1.2 Exciter module ..............................................................................................................................................10
3.1.1.3 Power Amp module.......................................................................................................................................10
3.1.1.4 Speaker panel ................................................................................................................................................10
3.1.1.5 Dual Power Supply module...........................................................................................................................11
3.1.1.5.1 Rear Connections......................................................................................................................................11
3.1.2 Radio Assembly, rear panel .................................................................................................................. 11
3.1.2.1 Backplane PCB .............................................................................................................................................11
3.2 BDLCPD .........................................................................................................................................................12
3.2.1 BDLCPD Front panel............................................................................................................................. 12
3.2.1.1 Front Switches...............................................................................................................................................12
3.2.1.1.1 Reset.........................................................................................................................................................12
3.2.1.1.2 PF 1 ..........................................................................................................................................................12
3.2.1.2 LEDs and Indications....................................................................................................................................14
3.2.1.2.1 Radio Network Indicators.........................................................................................................................14
3.2.1.2.2 RS-232 Port Indicators.............................................................................................................................14
3.2.1.2.3 Check and Power......................................................................................................................................15
3.2.1.2.4 Alarm Indicators.......................................................................................................................................15
3.2.2 BDLCPD Rear panel ..............................................................................................................................16
3.2.2.1 Signal Levels.................................................................................................................................................16
3.2.2.2 Pin Functions.................................................................................................................................................16
4. WINRIS PROGRAM.......................................................................................................................................18
4.1 OPERATION.....................................................................................................................................................18
4.2 TO CONNECT AND START WINRIS .................................................................................................................. 18
4.3 WINRIS WINDOW........................................................................................................................................... 19

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4.4 PORT CONFIGURATION WINDOW .................................................................................................................... 20
4.5 FUNCTIONS .....................................................................................................................................................20
4.5.1 “Station Reset” button.......................................................................................................................... 20
4.5.2 Configuration to a file........................................................................................................................... 21
4.5.2.1 “Get” button ..................................................................................................................................................21
4.5.2.2 “Get As” button.............................................................................................................................................21
4.5.3 Configuration from a File.....................................................................................................................21
4.5.3.1 “Put From” button.........................................................................................................................................21
4.5.4 Special Functions.................................................................................................................................. 21
4.5.4.1 Banner Field..................................................................................................................................................22
4.5.4.2 Comments......................................................................................................................................................22
4.5.4.3 Password .......................................................................................................................................................22
4.5.5 Test Functions....................................................................................................................................... 22
4.5.5.1 DSR signal is High indicator.........................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.2 CTS signal is High indicator .........................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.3 Channel Selection..........................................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.4 TXON Tests ..................................................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.4.1 Unmodulated Carrier................................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.4.2 Modulated Carrier ....................................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.5 Random Data.................................................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.6 Square Wave .................................................................................................................................................23
4.5.5.7 Addressing and Test......................................................................................................................................23
4.5.6 Status Bar.............................................................................................................................................. 24
5. TESTING AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING ..................................................................................................... 25
5.1 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ................................................................................................................................... 25
5.2 RECOMMENDED CHECKS................................................................................................................................25
6. RADIO PROGRAMMING AND ADJUSTMENTS.....................................................................................30
6.1 SERIES I 800MHZ RADIO PROGRAMMING ...................................................................................................... 30
6.1.1 Recommended Items.............................................................................................................................. 30
6.1.2 Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 30
6.1.3 File Creation.........................................................................................................................................31
6.1.4 Programming the EPROM.................................................................................................................... 32
6.1.5 EPROM Installation.............................................................................................................................. 33
6.1.6 Channel Selection via DIP Switches..................................................................................................... 33
6.2 SERIES I 800MHZ RADIO TUNING ..................................................................................................................34
6.2.1 Test Equipment...................................................................................................................................... 34
6.2.2 Receiver Module (T885)........................................................................................................................35
6.2.2.1 Initial Setup...................................................................................................................................................35
6.2.2.2 Synthesizer Alignment ..................................................................................................................................35
6.2.2.3 Front-End Alignment ....................................................................................................................................35
6.2.2.4 SINAD and Linearity Check .........................................................................................................................36
6.2.2.5 RSSI Adjustment...........................................................................................................................................36
6.2.3 Exciter Module (T881) .......................................................................................................................... 37
6.2.3.1 Initial Setup...................................................................................................................................................37
6.2.3.2 Synthesizer Alignment ..................................................................................................................................37
6.2.3.3 TX Frequency Error Adjustment...................................................................................................................37
6.2.3.4 Low Frequency Balance Adjustment.............................................................................................................38
6.2.3.5 Exciter Power Output....................................................................................................................................38
6.2.4 Power Amplifier Module (T889)........................................................................................................... 39
6.2.4.1 Power Amplifier Power Out..........................................................................................................................39
6.2.4.2 Forward Power Alarm Level.........................................................................................................................39
6.2.4.3 Reverse Power Alarm Level (Optional) ........................................................................................................39
6.3 SERIES II RADIO PROGRAMMING .................................................................................................................... 42
6.3.1 Recommended Items.............................................................................................................................. 42
6.3.2 Module Programming........................................................................................................................... 42

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6.3.3 Channel Selection via DIP Switches..................................................................................................... 45
6.4 SERIES II RADIO TUNING................................................................................................................................46
6.4.1 Test Equipment...................................................................................................................................... 46
6.4.2 Receiver module (T885, T855 & T835)................................................................................................. 46
6.4.2.1 Initial Setup...................................................................................................................................................46
6.4.2.2 Synthesizer Alignment ..................................................................................................................................47
6.4.2.3 Front-End Alignment ....................................................................................................................................47
6.4.2.4 SINAD and Linearity Check .........................................................................................................................47
6.4.2.5 RSSI Adjustment (T885 and T855)...............................................................................................................48
6.4.2.6 RSSI Adjustment (VHF: T835).....................................................................................................................49
6.4.3 Exciter Module (T881,T857 or T837) ...................................................................................................50
6.4.3.1 Initial Setup...................................................................................................................................................50
6.4.3.2 Synthesizer Alignment ..................................................................................................................................50
6.4.3.3 TX Frequency Error Adjustment...................................................................................................................50
6.4.3.4 Low-Frequency Balance Adjustment ............................................................................................................51
6.4.3.5 Exciter Power Output....................................................................................................................................52
6.4.4 Power Amplifier Module (T889 (800-870 MHz only), T859 or T839).................................................. 52
6.4.4.1 Power Amplifier Power Output.....................................................................................................................52
6.4.4.2 Forward Power Alarm Level.........................................................................................................................52
6.4.4.3 Reverse Power Alarm Level (Optional) ........................................................................................................53
6.4.4.4 Tait T859 (UHF) Standard Tuning Procedure...............................................................................................53
6.4.4.5 Tait T859 Tuning for Best Efficiency............................................................................................................53
6.4.5 (TPL) LMS series Power amplifier (PA8-2BF-LMS) (806-960 MHz)................................................... 54
6.4.5.1 Power Output alignment (from TPL Communications).................................................................................54
6.4.5.2 Forward Power Alarm Level.........................................................................................................................54
6.4.5.3 Amplifier Activation......................................................................................................................................54
6.4.5.4 RF Input (Relative Reading) .........................................................................................................................54
6.4.5.5 Forward Power meter calibration ..................................................................................................................54
6.4.5.6 Reverse Power meter calibration...................................................................................................................55
6.4.5.7 Reverse Power Alarm Level..........................................................................................................................55
7. SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 63
APPENDIX 1 - PARAGONPD DEVIATION ADJUST ........................................................................................................ 62
FIGURE 1 - TYPICAL RADIO AND POWER SUPPLY ASSEMBLIES, FRONT VIEW................................................................... 5
FIGURE 2 - BDLCPD, FRONT VIEW................................................................................................................................. 5
FIGURE 3 - TYPICAL RADIO AND POWER SUPPLIES ASSEMBLY, REAR VIEW..................................................................... 6
FIGURE 4 - BDLCPD, REAR VIEW................................................................................................................................... 6
FIGURE 5 - BDLCPD’S REAR CONNECTION, SWITCH AND FUSE....................................................................................... 8
FIGURE 6 - RECEIVER MODULE FRONT PANEL................................................................................................................9
FIGURE 7 - EXCITER MODULE, FRONT PANEL............................................................................................................... 10
FIGURE 8 - POWER AMP MODULE, FRONT PANEL......................................................................................................... 10
FIGURE 9 - SPEAKER PANEL......................................................................................................................................... 11
FIGURE 10 - DUAL POWER SUPPLY REAR CONNECTIONS..............................................................................................11
FIGURE 11 - BDLCPD MEMBRANE SWITCHES............................................................................................................... 12
FIGURE 12 - RF INDICATORS........................................................................................................................................14
FIGURE 13 - RS-232 PORT LED INDICATORS ..............................................................................................................15
FIGURE 14 - ALARMS LED INDICATORS.................................................................................................................... 15
FIGURE 15 - BDLCPD Y CABLE AND PINOUT ............................................................................................................... 17
FIGURE 16 - SERIES I RECEIVER SYSTEM INFORMATION.............................................................................................. 31
FIGURE 17 - SERIES I CHANNEL INFORMATION............................................................................................................ 32
FIGURE 18 - CHANNEL SELECTION VIA INTERNAL DIP SWITCHES................................................................................ 34
FIGURE 19 - T885 RECEIVER TUNING CONTROL LOCATION..........................................................................................40
FIGURE 20 - T881 EXCITER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATION .......................................................................................... 41
FIGURE 21 - RECEIVER SYSTEM INFORMATION............................................................................................................ 43

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FIGURE 22 - RECEIVER CHANNEL INFORMATION SCREEN............................................................................................ 43
FIGURE 23 - EXCITER SYSTEM INFORMATION SCREEN.................................................................................................44
FIGURE 24 - EXCITER CHANNEL INFORMATION SCREEN .............................................................................................. 44
FIGURE 25 - BACKPLANE DIP SWITCHES EXAMPLE - CHANNEL 5 SELECTED ...............................................................45
FIGURE 26 - T855 AND T885, RSSI CURVE: VOLT TO DBM........................................................................................48
FIGURE 27 - T835, RSSI CURVE: VOLT TO DBM......................................................................................................... 49
FIGURE 28 - T800-50-0001 BACKPLANE AND TEST PINS LOCATION............................................................................. 49
FIGURE 29 - T859 TUNING SETTINGS ..........................................................................................................................53
FIGURE 30 - LMS REAR PANEL ................................................................................................................................... 55
FIGURE 31 - T885 RECEIVER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATION ...................................................................................... 56
FIGURE 32 - T881 EXCITER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATIONS....................................................................................... 57
FIGURE 33 - T855 RECEIVER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATION ...................................................................................... 58
FIGURE 34 - T857 EXCITER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATIONS....................................................................................... 59
FIGURE 35 - T835 RECEIVER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATION ...................................................................................... 60
FIGURE 36 - T837 EXCITER TUNING CONTROLS LOCATION......................................................................................... 61
TABLE 1 - POWER SUPPLY LEDS INDICATIONS.............................................................................................................. 7
TABLE 2 - TX MODE SELECTION LEDS INDICATIONS................................................................................................... 13
TABLE 3 - TEST TRANSMISSIONS ................................................................................................................................. 13
TABLE 4 - RS-232 LED FUNCTION SELECTION SEQUENCE ......................................................................................... 14
TABLE 5 - RS-232 SIGNAL LEVELS .............................................................................................................................. 16
TABLE 6 - DTE PORT 9-PIN FUNTIONS......................................................................................................................... 16
TABLE 7 - DTE PORT 25-PIN FUNCTIONS..................................................................................................................... 16
TABLE 8 - CARRIER DEVIATIONS FOR TONE OR DATA MODULATION........................................................................... 24
TABLE 9 - CHECKLIST A (AFTER INSTALLATION) ......................................................................................................... 27
TABLE 10 - CHECKLIST B (GENERAL) .........................................................................................................................28
TABLE 11- LOW FREQUENCY BALANCE – DEVIATION READINGS (FROM TXON7 1000HZ AND TXON4 RANDOM
DATA).................................................................................................................................................................. 51

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WHAT'S NEW
History
Preliminary - Version 2.04, March 2002
Based on prerelease version 2.03; appends info on 19.2 and 25.6 KBPS
on 12.5 kHz spaced channels
•Changes made to:
-Section 1.2.1 “Features”
-Section 1.5.2 “Model Designation”
-Section 7 “Specifications”
-Table 3 “Test transmissions”
-Table 8 “Carrier Deviations for tone or data modulation”.
-Table 10 “Checklist B (General)”
Version 2.03, January 2002 (preliminaries 2.01 to 2.03)
•Changes made to:
-Section 1.2.1 “Features”
-Section 1.5.2 “Model Designation”
-section 2.3.1 Clarification of fuse type used
-Section 6 Revised Series II “Radio Tuning Procedure” and addition
of tuning location on figures and two new figures added
-Section 7 “Specifications”
-Table 3 “Test transmissions”
-Table 8 “Carrier Deviations for tone or data modulation”.
-Table 10 “Checklist B (General)”
•Table 12 added
Version 2.0: May 2001
•First release covering, in addition to the DGFSK model, the SRRC4FSK
modulated model with speeds of up to 25.6 Kbps. Relevant changes
made to:
-Section 1.2.1 “Features”
-Section 1.5.2 “Model Designation”
-Table 3 “Test transmissions”
•This version introduces the following changes:
-Section 1.6 “Radio Series I or II:
-Revised description
-Section 2.3 “Electrical”:
-Clarification of amperage requirement
-Figure 4 “BDLCPD, rear view”. Re-tracing of top fan wiring to cor-
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-Section 3.1.1 “Receiver”:
-Endnote added to clarify troubleshooting characteristic.
-Section 3.1.1.5 “Dual Power Supply”, clarification of “OL” (over-
load) LED function.
-Figure 10 “Dual Power Supply Rear Connection” corrected to corre-
spond to the voltage printed on the connector label.
-Section 4 “WinRIS” program detailed.
-Table 8 “Carrier deviations for Tone or Data Modulation”. Now in-
corporates in a single table the details previously available as
Table 8 and Table 10.
-Table 10 “Checklist B, (General)”, steps 6 and 7 revised to merge
values for the two models.
-Table 11 “Checklist B, (Paragon/PD)” steps 6,7 and 10 revised
-Figure 20 “Channel Selection via internal DIP switches”, clari-
fies the use of switch 8.
-Section 6.2.3.5 and 6.4.3.5 “Exciter Power Output” correction of
output power to 4 Watts.
-Figure 21 “T885 Receiver tuning control location”, clarification
of RSSI test point location.
-Section 7 “Specifications”:
-Rx and Tx “Current Consumption” values revised.
-Base Station “Power Consumption” specification added.
•Supersedes Paragon/PD Addendum 124 20170-001a, dated February 2001.
•Supersedes Technical Support Bulletin TSB ATL007, dated 17 April,
2001 and titled “New Deviation Settings for 800MHz GeminiPD and Para-
gonPD with 4 level FSK Modulation”.
Version 1.0: May 2000
•First released version, DGFSK modulated model, and speeds up to
19200 b/s.

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Definitions
The following terms are used throughout this document.
Asynchronous Information that can be sent at random times, and not synchronized to a clock.
Transmission characters begin with a “start” bit and end with a “stop” bit.
AVL Automatic Vehicle Location. Optional feature that involves using GPS (Global
Positioning System) signals from the mobile unit by the Host PC.
BDLCPD Base Station Data Link Controller (PD = Parallel decode). An async radiomo-
dem designed to control the base station in mobile systems. A component of
ParagonPD.
DBA Dataradio’s Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation protocol designed for short-
inquiry/long response applications such as dispatch systems. Latest enhance-
ments include support for occasional long messages inbound, and for Out-of-
Band data for AVL reports with no extra overhead.
DCE Data Communications Equipment. This designation defines the direction (input
or output) of the various RS-232 interface signals. Modems are always wired as
DCE.
DTE Data Terminal Equipment. This designation defines the direction (input or out-
put) of the various RS-232 interface signals. Most user equipment, as well as
PCs, are wired as DTE.
GeminiPD High specs mobile radiomodem. (PD = Parallel Decode)
Network Speed This is the bit rate on the RF link between units. Could be different from COM
port baud rate.
ParagonPD Factory-integrated industrial-grade data base station using Parallel Decode tech-
nology. Used in VIS mobile networks.
Parallel Decode Technology featuring dual receivers for added data decode sensitivity in multi-
path and fading environments.
Refarming FCC’s strategy for using the radio spectrum more efficiently to meet future
communications requirements.
Radio Assembly Radio modules used in ParagonPD and available in two distinct series depending
on radio’s frequency band.
RS-232 Industry–standard interface for serial data transfer.
VIS Vehicular Information Solutions. Dataradio’s name for a series of products spe-
cially designed for mobile data.
WinRIS Windows Radio Installation Software. This software allows basic tests, unit con-
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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
This document provides the information required for the setting up, operation, testing and trouble-
shooting of the DATARADIO ParagonPD radio-modem base station.
1.1 Intended Audience
This document is intended for engineering, in-
stallation, and maintenance personnel.
1.2 General Description
ParagonPD product is a factory-integrated
industrial-grade data base station used in mobile
networks and is designed specifically to fit the
needs of vehicular applications.
It features dual receivers for added data decode
sensitivity in multi-path and fading environ-
ments.
When used with Dataradio’s state-of-the-art
GeminiPD mobile data solution, the system
delivers unequaled high-speed data performance
and unmatched effective throughput.
All ParagonPD models are supplied in a rack-
mount configuration that includes:
•A ParagonPD Radio assembly
•A contemporary, high-speed Dataradio
“Base Station Data Link Controller”
(BDLCPD).
ParagonPD units do not include the optional wire
line modem(s). Duplexer and backup power units
are custom furnished items. The laptop PC and its
application software are user-supplied items.
1.2.1 Features:
•Dual receivers Parallel Decode technology
•SRRC4FSK modulation model capable of
32000, 25600, and 19200 b/s in 25 kHz
channel spacing and 25600(US- NPSPAC
only), 19200, 16000, plus 14400 b/s in 12.5
kHz channel spacing and FCC’s NPSPAC
channel.
•DGFSK modulation model capable of
19200 and 16000 b/s in 25 kHz channel
spacing and 9600 b/s in 12.5 kHz channel
spacing.
•Sophisticated DSP-based modem design
provides added system performance and
fewer retries
•Available in VHF, UHF and 800 MHz radio
bands
•Power output of 20W to 70W for
ParagonPD’s 800 MHz and of 20W to 100W
for VHF and UHF
•Supports high-efficiency Dataradio DBA
over-the-air protocol
•Over-the-air compatible with MobilPac/R
DGFSK and SRRC4FSK modulated Gem-
iniPD mobile products *
•Modular design in a rugged die-cast alumi-
num chassis
•Full-duplex operation
•ParagonPD units are factory-configured
based on each customer’s network system
requirements
•Flash programmable firmware upgradabil-
ity.
*Networks must use common modulation scheme,
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1.3 Factory Technical Support
The Technical Support departments of
DATARADIO provide customer assistance on
technical problems and serve as an interface
with factory repair facilities. They can be
reached in the following ways:
DATARADIO Inc.
5500 Royalmount Ave, suite 200
Town of Mount Royal
Quebec, Canada H4P 1H7
Technical support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00
AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
Email address: [e-mail]
or
DATARADIO Corp.
6160 Peachtree Dunwoody RD., suite C-200
Atlanta, Georgia 30328
Technical support hours: Monday to Friday 8:30
AM to 5:30 PM, Eastern Time
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
Email address: [e-mail]
1.4 Product Warranty
Warranty information may be obtained by con-
tacting your sales representative.
1.5 Replacement Parts
This product is usually not field-serviceable,
except by the replacement of individual radio
modules. Specialized equipment and training is
required to repair logic, modem boards and ra-
dio modules.
Contact Technical Support for service informa-
tion before returning equipment. A Technical
Support representative may suggest a solution
eliminating the need to return equipment.
1.5.1 Factory Repair
When returning equipment for repair, you must
request an RMA (Returned Material Authoriza-
tion) number. The Tech Support representative
will ask you several questions to clearly identify
the problem. Please give the representative the
name of a contact person, who is familiar with
the problem, should a question arise during
servicing of the unit.
Customers are responsible for shipping charges
for returned units. Units in warranty will be re-
paired free of charge unless there is evidence of
abuse or damage beyond the terms of the war-
ranty. Units out of warranty will be subject to
service charges. Information about these charges
is available from Technical Support.

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1.5.2 Model Designation
To correctly identify your ParagonPD unit, check its catalog number label located on the rear of the
BDLCPD adjacent to the power connector.
The first four digits designate the model:
-BDDD = ParagonPD (DGFSK)
-BDDD = ParagonPD (xRC4FSK)
The next three digits designate the Band used:
-83X = VHF, 100W
-85X = UHF, 100W
-88X = 800 MHz, 70W
The next digit designates the RF band of opera-
tion:
For the 83X band:
-1 = 136 – 156 MHz
-2 = 148 – 174 MHz
For the 85X band:
-1 = 400 – 440 MHz
-2 = 440 – 480 MHz
-3 = 480 – 520 MHz
For the 88X band:
-1 = 800 – 880 MHz (RX
850 – 870 MHz (TX)
-2 = 870 – 960 MHz (RX)
(TX, 4W only)
The next digit designates the RF Bandwidth
used:
For the 83X band:
-0 = 25 kHz full channel, 2.5 ppm*
-5 = 12.5 kHz half channel, 2.5 ppm*
-6 = 12.5 kHz half channel, 2.0 ppm* (U.S.
model only)
For the 85X band:
-0 = 25 kHz full channel, 1 ppm*
-5 = 12.5 kHz half channel, 1 ppm*
For the 88X band:
-0 = 25 kHz full channel, 1.01ppm *
-5 = 12.5 kHz half channel, 1.01ppm*
* denotes Frequency Stability
11.5 ppm for Series I, now superseded by Series II
1.0 ppm for Series II
The next digit designates the transmitter power:
-005 = 4 watt transmitter
-070 = 70 watt transmitter (850-870 MHz
only)
-100 = 100 watt transmitter
The next digit designates the Power Source:
-0 = Power supply deleted on order
-2 = heavy-duty 120 VAC dual supplies
The next and last digit designates the Network
Modulation Type:
-0 = 19.2 kb/s ( 2FM - DGMSK)
-1 = 32.0 kb/s (shipped configured 4FM)
-2 = 25.6 kb/s (4FM-capable, shipped con-
figured otherwise (GMSK)
1.6 Radio Series I or II
System-engineered installations use one of two
complements of ParagonPD radio modules. To
identify the radio series model, check the part
number on the manufacturer’s label at the back
of the Receiver and Exciter:
-T8nn-nn identifies a Series I model.
-T8nn-nn-nnnn identifies a Series II model.
where “n” denotes a number.
Examples:
- T881-10 is a Series I Exciter (850–870 MHz)
- T881-10-0000 is a Series II Exciter (850–870
MHz)
They are assembled on a common chassis:
Series I models:
-800 MHz frequency range radios
-Frequency programming is done via
EPROM. (This model does not use the pro-
gramming port of Series II models).
Series I models are no longer available, superseded
by Series II.
Series II models:
-VHF, UHF and 800MHz frequency range
radios.
-Frequency programming is done using soft-
ware via a programming port located on the
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1.7 Packaging
Each ParagonPD product normally leaves the
factory packaged as follows:
•A Series I or II Dataradio base station “Ra-
dio assembly”
•A dual power supply assembly
•A Dataradio BDLCPD model
•A Radio Interface Cable to link the Radio
assembly to the BDLCPD:
18-inch long “Y” cable; DB-25 female
to dual DB-25 female (p/n 730 03374-
102) for connection between backplane
PCBs and BDLCPD.
•One standard seven-foot 120VAC power
cord
•Two DC power cables to connect the radio
assembly to the dual power supply assem-
bly.
•Courtesy small parts kit
Frequently, ParagonPD product components are
field-assembled prior to customer delivery.
The cabinetry may then be supplied in one of
several custom rack-mount configurations that
may also include fan, backhaul modems,
duplexer/filters/combiners, and ancillary
equipment.
If damage has occurred to the equipment during
shipment, file a claim with the carrier immedi-
ately.
2. Installation
2.1 Overview
The cabinet and rack-mount housing the Para-
gonPD’s radio assembly and the BDLCPD is gen-
erally installed in a sheltered facility. Occasion-
ally located adjacent to the nerve center of the
user’s network, it is often located near tower
sites or at remote locations where it operates
unattended.
Furnishings needed include power, cabling and
installation of antenna, landline or microwave
modem and host PC or portable computer. De-
tails of these are outside the scope of this man-
ual. This manual covers the radio assembly and
the BDLCPD that includes the modem.
2.2 Location
Be sure to place the ParagonPD in such a way
that:
•The LEDs can be seen (as an aid in trouble-
shooting)
•Access to the antenna connector and to the
back connectors is possible without remov-
ing the unit
•Sufficient air may flow around the unit to
provide adequate cooling.
2.3 Electrical
Standard 120 VAC electrical power is required.
It should be capable of providing at least 10A to
power ParagonPD (<6A) and ancillary equip-
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Figure 1 - Typical radio and power supply assemblies, front view
Figure 2 - BDLCPD, front view
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Figure 3 - Typical radio and power supplies assembly, rear view
Figure 4 - BDLCPD, rear view
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2.3.1 Radio Assembly Power
Referring to Figure 3, the Radio assembly unit
receives two separate 13.8 VDC power inputs
from a “T800 Slimline” dual power supply typi-
cally rack-mounted right below the main assem-
bly radio chassis.
The T800 is made up of two separate power
supply units joined in a single chassis:
•A T807 using convection cooling is rated up
to 15A at 13.8VDC. It supplies all the radio
modules other than the Power Amplifier.
•A T808 using convection and fan cooling is
rated up to 25A at 13.8VDC. It supplies
only the Power Amplifier module.
Normally used at room ambient temperatures,
they can operate within specifications over a
range of –10 to +60 °C.
Note: Internal over-temperature protection
shuts down the main transformer above
105 degrees Celsius.
Both power supply modules are internally con-
nected to ground via their individual, rear-
connected, seven-foot standard 120 VAC power
cords. Nevertheless, each requires a separate
secure electrical ground connection. Individual
grounding tabs are provided next to the power
connectors.
Similarly, the Radio Assembly chassis requires
a secure ground connection. A threaded
grounding binding post fitted with a knurled
binding-nut is provided on the chassis next to
DC input 2.
Separate grounding leads with appropriate con-
nectors are supplied (either in the courtesy
small-parts kit or with one end fastened to the
equipment.
A- For each of the power supply modules:
1. Fit one end of the grounding lead’s
push-on connector onto the
grounding tab.
B- For the Radio Assembly chassis:
1. Install the grounding lead’s lug over
the binding post and firmly hand-
tighten the binding-nut.
For both A and B
2. Fit the slotted connector (on the other
end of each of the grounding connector)
under a conveniently located screw on
the rack frame or other support surface.
Scrape away paint if needed to ensure
clean contact.
3. Apply anti-corrosion compound where
paint scraping was done.
4. Ensure by testing continuity that a se-
cure electrical and mechanical connec-
tion is achieved.
If a –DC rail (0V) is installed as part of the sys-
tem, the grounding leads may alternatively be
fitted to the rail terminal.
Caution:
Improper grounding between power
supply case and rack frame may result
in harmful voltage potentials and/or
miscellaneous power supply switching
noise problems in both receivers and
transmitter.
Press both red power buttons located on the
front of the module to have complete power
distribution to the Radio assembly.
The power supply front panel LEDs indications
are:
Table 1 - Power Supply LEDs Indications
LED Color Indication
On Green Power enabled *
Stby Red Power disabled *
OL Steady Red Current Overload
On & OL Flashing green and
red respectively Over voltage
* To remove voltage from the power supply PCB, discon-
nect the main power cords.
For LEDs descriptions, see section 3.2.1.2
The Radio assembly is fused at the rear of the
chassis:
•Fuse 1 is a 32-volt MDL (slow-blow) 10A
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2.3.2 BDLCPD assembly Power
The BDLCPD assembly uses a standard 120
VAC power cord. Plug this cord to the rear
power outlet shown in Figure 6.
To check or install a fuse:
1. Open the slide-out fuse drawer located be-
low the power connector.
2. Use a fine bladed screwdriver or a knife
blade and gently pry open.
3. Hold the fuse support in one hand and with
the other, lift the center plastic retainer until
it releases the fuse sliding base.
4. Replace or install a 250V, 2A fuse.
5. To complete the procedure, push the sliding
fuse base until it snaps under the retainer.
6. Re-insert the fuse drawer in its housing and
push until it is fully seated and closed.
When ready to apply power, use the ON-OFF
toggle power switch adjacent to the power con-
nector.
Figure 5 - BDLCPD’s rear connection, switch and fuse
2.4 Antenna
2.4.1 Overview
ParagonPD commonly uses three antennas (one
transmit and two receive) unless a duplexer is
used with one of the receive antennas; then only
two antennas would be needed. They should be
mounted according to any guidelines supplied
with the antennas. For antennas placement and
spacing, consult System Engineering.
2.4.2 Cabling and Connection
1- Route good quality 50-ohm double-shielded
coaxial cable(s) (e.g. RG-214 or Heliax)
from the selected antenna position(s) to the
ParagonPD Radio assembly.
2- Terminate the RX-1 and RX-2 cable ends at
the Receiver modules rear position with an
N-type connector.
3- Similarly, terminate the TX cable end at the
Power Amp’s module rear position with an
N-type connector.
Caution:
When terminating RF cables
use brand-name crimping tools
(such as AMP, Jensen, Crimp-
Master, etc…) of the correct
size for the cable and type of
connector used.
Common pliers are NOT ac-
ceptable.
2.5 Completing the physical
Installation.
ParagonPD products are factory-configured to
user’s requirements and are shipped ready to
run.
After new installations:
•Re-check that all connections are secure on
radio and BDLCPD assemblies (antennas,
PC, power cords etc.)
•Check that fuses are inserted.
•Turn both BDLCPD and radio power ON.
You are now ready to check for normal opera-
tion and to run the Windows Radio Installation
Software (WinRIS) program for testing or trou-
ble-shooting.
Any change(s) to the settings must be done via
files saved on diskette and loaded into the unit
using the WinRIS program.
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un fu sible de 25 0 V
Use only with a 250 V fuse
ON-OFF
Switch
120VAC
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2.6 Checking out Normal
Operation
1- Check that power is applied.
2- Check Radio assembly lights for proper op-
eration as per section 3.1.1
3- Check for proper operation of the BDLCPD’s
LEDs as per section 3.2.1.2.
4- Using the WinRIS program (described in
section 4), and an in-line wattmeter, check
the forward & reflected power to confirm
antenna installations.
5- Using the WinRIS, check the RF link with a
mobile station that can be heard, by using
the WinRIS test features. See section 4.5.5.7
6- If user application and a mobile station are
available, test the installation by going
through a normal sequence of transmitting
and receiving messages.
3. Operating Description
3.1 Radio Assembly
The Radio assembly component of each Paragon
product is made up of high performance synthe-
sized radio base station designed for single op-
eration. Referring to Figure 1 on page 5, the Ra-
dio Assembly’s modules are commonly installed
in a standard, 19-inch wide rack frame.
3.1.1 Front panels
The complement of modules is identical for:
Series I, (800 MHz model, now superseded by
Series II) and
Series II, (VHF, UHF and 800MHz models)*
•2 Receivers
•Exciter
•Power Amplifier
•Speaker panel
•Dual Power Supply
3.1.1.1 Receiver module
The RX1 and RX2 receivers’ use identical front
panel controls and indicators. These are:
Figure 6 - Receiver module front panel
•Gating Sensitivity - sets the RF signal level
required to open the mute gate and allow
audio to pass to the speaker1.
•Gate LED - indicates the status of the mute
circuit. It is lit when a signal above the mute
threshold is received1.
•Supply LED - is lit when DC power is ap-
plied. Fast Flashes when linked with
PGM800Win. Slow Flashes indicates VCO
(synthesizer) out of lock. Unequal Flashes
indicates internal communication error.
•Line Level - Not used
•Monitor Volume - The audio output delivers
up to one watt to the speaker. Always set
1“Gating Sensitivity” and “Gate LED” are not
functionally used except to allow listening to in-
coming receptions as a trouble-shooting aid.
Depending on the sensitivity adjustment, the
Gate LED lights and a relay can be heard on in-
coming RF signals.
Gating
Sensitivity
Gate
LED
Line
Level
Monitor
Volume
Monitor
Mute
On - Off
Receiver
®
Gating Gate
Line
Level Supply
Sensitivity
Monitor
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volume knob to minimum when not in use
to reduce current consumption.
•Monitor Mute Switch - opens the mute, al-
lowing continuous monitoring of the audio
signal.
On = audio muted
3.1.1.2 Exciter module
The Exciter’s front panel controls and indicators
are:
Figure 7 - Exciter module, front panel
•Carrier Switch - momentarily keys the
transmitter ON while pressed (used for test
purposes only).
•On LED - is lit when transmitting
•Line Sensitivity – not used.
•Supply LED - is lit when DC power is ap-
plied. Fast Flashes when linked with
PGM800Win. Slow Flashes indicates VCO
(synthesizer) out of lock. Unequal Flashes
indicates internal communication error.
•Microphone Socket – not used.
3.1.1.3 Power Amp module
The Power Amp front panel and indicators are:
Figure 8 - Power Amp module, front panel
•Supply LED - is lit when DC power is ap-
plied.
•Low Forward Power LED - is lit when for-
ward power is below the level set, normally
80% of nominal forward power.
•High Reverse Power LED - is lit when high
reverse power is detected (e.g. VSWR=
3:1).
•Power - sets the PA output power:
-VHF & UHF: 20 – 100 Watts
-800: 20-70 Watts
3.1.1.4 Speaker panel
Referring to Figure 9, the speaker panel is fitted
with a four Ωspeaker.
Both series of radio assemblies share the same
front panel fitted with an RJ11 connector. This
connector is used to allow programming the ra-
dio from the front of the unit via a programming
lead. This feature is exclusive to the Series II
modules.
Carrier
Switch
On
LED
Supply
LED
Line
Sensitivity
Microphone
Socket
®
Exciter
Carrier On
Line
Sensitivity Supply
Microphone
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Power Amplifier
LowForwardPower
Supply
High Reverse Power
Pow e r
Supply
LED
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If the speaker panel needs to be removed, a mir-
ror programming port connector is provided on
both backplanes.
Programming for Series I 800MHz units is done
via EPROM and is detailed in section 6.1. The
RJ11 front port is covered (not used).
Figure 9 - Speaker panel
3.1.1.5 Dual Power Supply module
The Dual Power Supply module is made up of
two separate power supply units coupled in a
single chassis.
Refer to Table 1 on page 7 for tabular listing of
power supply LEDs indicators.
Refer to Figure 1 for the front panel LED lay-
out.
This module has:
•Two “Power” red-colored pushbutton
switches - Push in for ON and release out
for OFF. Control complete power distribu-
tion to the Radio assembly
•Two “ON” LEDs - light green when push
button(s) is (are) ON; DC power is distrib-
uted to radio modules. Flash green in con-
junction with the “OL” LED (flashing red)
when an over voltage condition is present.
•Two “Stby”- Standby voltage LED, lights
red when push button is off; AC power is
applied but DC is not distributed to radio
modules. To remove presence of voltage,
disconnect both power cords.
•Two “OL” LEDs - Monitor current over-
load, light steady red when supply exceeds
current limit set; nominally 25Amps (T808
model). Flashes red in conjunction with the
ON LED (flashing green) when an over
voltage condition is present.
3.1.1.5.1 Rear Connections
Referring to Figure 10, (convection-cooled
model shown; fan-cooled model not illustrated),
the rear connections for each of the power sup-
ply are:
Fail Alarm –
Off: Power supply OK; approx. +Vout
(via 1k resistor - typ. 13.8V).
ON: Power supply failure; approx. -
Vout (via 11k resistors - typ. 0V)
+ Remote – Not used for Paragon
- Sense – Not used for Paragon
-VE – main ground (0V)
+13.8V – Mains DC output supply
Figure 10 - Dual Power Supply rear connections
Note: more power supply installation details are
covered in section 2.3.1
3.1.2 Radio Assembly, rear panel
3.1.2.1 Backplane PCB
Referring to Figure 3, two main backplanes are
used. Their main components are:
•RJ11 connector – Mirrors the one on the
front of the Speaker panel (series connected
®
Speaker Panel
programming
port
RX2RX1 OFF
SP EAK ER
SELE CT SWI TCH
Not
Used with
800 MHz
Series I
model
15A
+
-
Output
Sense
+
-
Remote
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to both backplanes). Used for programming
the Radio Assembly whenever the speaker
panel has been removed.
This feature is exclusive to the Series II
model. Series I model’s programming is
done externally via EPROMs.
•DB-25M plug at PL1 (one side of the “Y”
cable on each PCB) – used to supply the re-
ceive signal to the BDLCPD’s single
“EXT.RADIO/TEST” DB-25F plug.
•Two channel-select DIP switches (SW1 and
SW2)
This feature is exclusive to the Series II
model.
•Cooling fan driver – CN2 located on back-
plane connects to the horizontally-mounted
fan on top of the Radio assembly and acti-
vated by BDLC’s PTT signal.
•Coaxial relay driver – not used.
3.2 BDLCPD
The rack-mounted BDLCPD is housed in a steel
case. It has no user serviceable parts. Unit’s
configuration is stored in flash memory
(EEPROM).
3.2.1 BDLCPD Front panel
Referring to Figure 2, the front panel of the
BDLCPD has two cutouts across its length.
A- The left cutout groups the unit’s type label
and ten LED indicators:
•The S3 label designates the BDLCPD as a
“three Serial-port” model
(Ports 4 and 5 are reserved for future use)
•The RF group of 3 LEDs
•The RS-232 group of 5 LEDs
•A single CK LED
•The ALARMS group of 4 LEDs
B- The right cutout groups two tactile (mem-
brane) switches (PF1 and RESET).
3.2.1.1 Front Switches
Referring to Figure 11, the BDLCPD uses two
membrane-type switches labeled:
•RESET
•PF 1
These switches indicate contact by emitting a
short BEEP tone when pressed.
Figure 11 - BDLCPD membrane switches
3.2.1.1.1 Reset
Pressing Reset produces the same result as pow-
ering OFF and ON again. It restarts the micro-
processor, the peripherals and invokes the on-
board diagnostics. BDLCPD’s radio modules’
internal flash-memories are read and their val-
ues are loaded in system SRAM CPU flash-
memory.
Normally, pressing Reset results in one short
BEEP tone followed by all LEDs coming ON
for about four seconds. Then, the LEDs flash in
a “ripple” pattern for close to two seconds indi-
cating diagnostics are in progress. At the end of
this period, all LEDs should be OFF except CK
that should flash about six to eight times per
second.
Expect an additional two seconds delay for CK
to start flashing and the UF indicator to come
ON if the radio assembly is not connected or not
powered (see section 3.2.1.2.4 for Alarm de-
tails).
3.2.1.1.2 PF 1
PF 1 is a multi-function switch:
•It clears LED error indications
•It initiates test transmissions
•It sets the function of the RS-232 LEDs
PF1 RESET