Harris RF-5800H User guide

PUBLICATION NUMBER: 10515-0124-4200
FEBRUARY 2001
Rev. A
Tactical Radio Products
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RF-5800H
125-WATT COMMUNICATION
SYSTEM
SYSTEM INSTALLATION/
MAINTENANCE MANUAL

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
HARRIS CORPORATION (RF COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION)
FROM HARRIS TO YOU – This warranty is extended to the original buyer and applies to all Harris Corporation, RF
Communications Division equipment purchased and employed for the service normally intended, except those products
specifically excluded.
WHAT WE WILL DO – If your Harris Corporation, RF Communications Division equipment purchased from us for use outside the
United States fails in normal use because of a defect in workmanship or materials within one year from the date of shipment, we
will repair or replace (at our option) the equipment or part without charge to you, at our factory. If the product was purchased for
use in the United States, we will repair or replace (at our option) the equipment or part without charge to you at our Authorized Repair
Center or factory.
WHAT YOU MUST DO – You must notify us promptly of a defect within one year from date of shipment. Assuming that Harris
concurs that the complaint is valid, and is unable to correct the problem without having the equipment shipped to Harris:
•Customers with equipment purchased for use outside the United States will be supplied with information for the return
of the defective equipment or part to our factory in Rochester, NY, U.S.A., for repair or replacement. You must prepay
all transportation, insurance, duty and customs charges. We will pay for return to you of the repaired/replaced equipment
or part, C.I.F. destination; you must pay any duty, taxes or customs charges.
•Customers with equipment purchased for use in the United States must obtain a Return Authorization Number, properly
pack, insure, prepay the shipping charges and ship the defective equipment or part to our factory or to the Authorized
Warranty Repair Center indicated by us.
Harris Corporation Telephone: [phone]
RF Communications Division Fax: [phone]
Customer Service http://www.harris.com
1680 University Avenue
Rochester, NY 14610, U.S.A.
Harris will repair or replace the defective equipment or part and pay for its return to you, provided the repair or replacement is due
to a cause covered by this warranty.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED – We regret that we cannot be responsible for:
•Defects or failures caused by buyer or user abuse or misuse.
•Defects or failures caused by unauthorized attempts to repair or alter the equipment in any way.
•Consequential damages incurred by a buyer or user from any cause whatsoever, including, but not limited to
transportation, non-Harris repair or service costs, downtime costs, costs for substituting equipment or loss of anticipated
profits or revenue.
•The performance of the equipment when used in combination with equipment not purchased from Harris.
•HARRIS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES BEYOND THE EXPRESS WARRANTY AS CONTAINED HEREIN. ALL
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY ARE
EXCLUDED.
SERVICE WARRANTY – Any repair service performed by Harris under this limited warranty is warranted to be free from defects
in material or workmanship for sixty days from date of repair. All terms and exclusions of this limited warranty apply to the service
warranty.
IMPORTANT – Customers who purchased equipment for use in the United States must obtain a Return Authorization Number
before shipping the defective equipment to us. Failure to obtain a Return Authorization Number before shipment may result in a
delay in the repair/replacement and return of your equipment.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS – Concerning this warranty or equipment sales or services, please contact our Customer Service
Department.

PUBLICATION NUMBER: 10515-0124-4200
FEBRUARY 2001
Rev. A
HARRIS CORPORATION RF COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION
1680 University Avenue Rochester, New York 14610-1887 USA
Tel: [phone]. Fax: [phone]. http://www.harris.com
RF-5800H
125-WATT
COMMUNICATION
SYSTEM
Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of Harris Corporation. Such information
and descriptions may not be copied or reproduced by any means, or disseminated or distributed without
the express prior written permission of Harris Corporation, RF Communications Division, 1680 University
Avenue, Rochester, New York 14610-1887.
Copyright 2001
By Harris Corporation
All Rights Reserved

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For more information about these and other life–saving techniques, contact your Red Cross chapter for training.
“When Breathing Stops”reproduced with permission from an American Red Cross Poster.
When an Adult Stops Breathing
Does the Person
Respond?
GTap or gently shake
victim.
GShout, “Are you OK?”
1
Roll Person
Onto Back
GRoll victim toward you
by pulling slowly.
3
Open Airway
GTilt head back and lift
chin.
4
Give 2 Full
Breaths
GKeep head tilted back.
GPinch nose shut.
GSeal your lips tight
around victim’s mouth.
GGive 2 full breaths for
1 to 1-1/2 seconds each.
6
Check for Pulse
at Side of Neck
GFeel for pulse for
5 to 10 seconds.
7
Begin Rescue
Breathing
GKeep head tilted back.
GLift chin.
GPinch nose shut.
GGive 1 full breath
every 5 seconds.
GLook, listen, and feel for
breathing between breaths.
9
Shout, “Help!”
GCall people who can
phone for help.
2
Check for
Breathing
GLook, listen, and feel
for breathing for
3 to 5 seconds.
5
Phone
for Help
GSend someone to call
an ambulance.
8
Recheck Pulse
Every Minute
GKeep head tilted back.
GFeel for pulse for
5 to 10 seconds.
GIf victim has pulse but is
not breathing, continue
rescue breathing. If no
pulse, begin CPR.
10
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to perform the rescue breathing techniques provided
on this page, unless certified. Performance of these techniques by
uncertified personnel could result in further injury or death to the victim.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 MAINTENANCE LEVELS 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.1 Level I 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.2 Level II 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.3 Level III 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.4 Level IV 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4 WARRANTY 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.2 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.3 RF-5800H 125-Watt Transit Case System 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.4 Related Equipment Manuals 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6 GENERAL EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTIONS 1-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6.1 RF-5832H-PA 1-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6.2 RF-5051PS 1-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6.3 RF-382A (Optional) 1-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6.4 Unit Identification 1-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6.5 Specifications 1-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.7 LIST OF ITEMS REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.8 LIST OF MANUFACTURERS 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 2 – INSTALLATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 SITE INFORMATION 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1 General Guidelines 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1.1 Grounding 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1.2 Vehicular Configuration Grounding 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1.3 Base Station Configuration Grounding 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1.4 Transit Case Configuration Grounding 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1.5 Environmental 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4 UNPACKING AND REPACKING 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.1 Unpacking 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.2 Repacking 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.1 Power Requirements 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.2 Access Clearance and Ventilation Requirements 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.3 Vehicular Shock Mounts 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.4 Jumper/DIP Switch Settings 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.5 Unit Removal and Installation Procedures 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.6 System Cabling Interconnect Information 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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TABLE OF CONTENTS –Continued
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CHAPTER 2 –INSTALLATION –Continued
2.5.7 Antenna Considerations 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6 INSTALLATION CHECKOUT 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.1 Inspection and Pre-Power Up Procedures 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6.2 Initial Settings and Power Up 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 3 –OPERATION
CHAPTER 4 –FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4.1 INTRODUCTION 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 SIGNAL PATHS 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.1 RF/Audio Signal Path 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.2 Control Path 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.3 Power Distribution Path 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.3.1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.3.2 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station and Transit Case Systems 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 5 –SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
5.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 6 –TROUBLESHOOTING
6.1 INTRODUCTION 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 General 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.2 Scope of this Chapter 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.1 General 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.2 Maintenance Turn-On Procedure 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.3 Non-BIT Troubleshooting 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.4 BIT Troubleshooting 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.5 TAPs 6-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3 TROUBLESHOOTING SUPPORT DATA 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.1 Protective Device Index 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.2 Troubleshooting Index 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGRAMS 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4.1 General 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5 INTERCONNECT INFORMATION 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5.1 General 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 7 –PARTS LIST
7.1 INTRODUCTION 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 LRUS 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3 LRU DIAGRAMS 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Page
1-1 Typical RF-5800H 125-Watt Communication System
1-2 Maintenance Flow Chart 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 Relationship of Units in RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System
Typical Configuration 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System Family Tree
Typical Configuration 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-5 Relationship of Units in RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System
Typical Configuration 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System Family Tree
Typical Configuration 1-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7 Relationship of Units in the RF-5800H 125-Watt Transit Case System
Typical Configuration 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-8 RF-5800H 125-Watt Transit Case System Family Tree Typical
Configuration 1-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System Installation and
Maintenance Clearances 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2 RF-5800H-125 Watt Base Station Installation and Maintenance
Clearances 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-3 RF-5800H-125 Watt Transit Case Installation and Maintenance
Clearances 2-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-4 RF-5071VSM Shock Mount Dimensions 2-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5 RF-5211VSM Shock Mount Dimensions 2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-6 RF-5211-01VSM Shock Mount Dimensions 2-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-7 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System Installation Typical
Configuration 2-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-8 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System Installation
Typical Configuration 2-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-9 RF-5800H 125-Watt Transit Case System Installation
Typical Configuration 2-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-10 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System Cable Interconnects 2-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-11 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station or Transit Case System Cable
Interconnects 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Communication System RF/Audio and
Control Paths 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-2 Vehicular Power Distribution Diagram 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-3 Base Station or Transmit Case System Power Distribution Diagram 4-5. . . . . . . .
6-1 Troubleshooting Process Used in this Chapter 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2 Sample Fault Code Display 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-1 RF-5832H-PA 125-Watt Power Amplifier 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-2 RF-5051PS Power Supply 7-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-3 RF-5071VSM Shock Mount Assembly 7-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-4 RF-5211VSM Shock Mount Assembly 7-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-5 RF-5211-01VSM Shock Mount Assembly 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-6 RF-5800H-125 Watt Base Station Mount Assembly
Typical Configuration 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-7 RF-5800H-125 Watt Transit Case Mount Assembly
Typical Configuration 7-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-8 R/T-PA Coaxial Cable Assembly (10181-9821) 7-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7-9 DC Power Cable Assembly (10181-9826-020) 7-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-10 PA-R/T Cable Assembly (10535-0720) 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-11 AC Power Cable Assembly (10181-9831) 7-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-12 PA-Coupler RF Cable Assembly (10181-9824) 7-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-13 PA-Coupler Control Cable Assembly (10181-9823) 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-14 KY-99A Audio/Black Data Cable Assembly (10535-0701) 7-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-15 RS-232 Black Data to Encryption Device Cable Assembly
(10535-0702) 7-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-16 ASCII Remote and PS Control Cable Assembly, Y (10535-0730) 7-25. . . . . . . . . .
7-17 KG-84C Black Data Cable Assembly, Y (10535-0750) 7-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-18 ASCII Remote Control Rear D-Connector Cable Assembly
(10535-0760) 7-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-19 Sync/Async RS-232 DTE Data Cable Assembly (10535-0770) 7-31. . . . . . . . . . . .
7-20 Synchronous RS-232 DTE Data Cable Assembly (10535-0780) 7-33. . . . . . . . . . .
7-21 Asynchronous Data (PPP) Cable Assembly (10535-0775) 7-35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-22 DC Power Cable Assembly (10181-9833) 7-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-23 Speaker Power Cable Assembly (10535-0706) 7-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-24 Speaker Cable Assembly (10535-0707) 7-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-25 Ground Strap Cable Assembly (10400-1136) 7-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LIST OF TABLES
Table Page
1-1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Configurations 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Related Equipment Manuals 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 Required Tools, Test Equipment, and Materials 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4 List of Manufacturers 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-1 Daily Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-2 Weekly Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-1 Non-BIT Fault Symptoms/Run Time Fault Codes 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2 RF-5800H 125-Watt Communication System Operator Initiated BIT
Fault Codes 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-3 Troubleshooting Analysis Procedures 6-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-4 Protective Device Index 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-5 Troubleshooting Index 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System LRUs 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-2 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System LRUs 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-3 RF-5800H 125-Watt Transit Case System LRUs 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-4 RF-5071VSM Shock Mount Assembly Parts List (10181-5071) 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . .
7-5 RF-5071VSM Ancillary Kit Parts List (10181-9030) 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-6 RF-5211VSM Shock Mount Assembly Parts List 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-7 RF-5211VSM Ancillary Kit Parts List (10372-0875-01) 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-8 RF-5051PS Power Supply Assembly Parts List (10299-5051-03) 7-3. . . . . . . . . .
7-9 RF-5051PS Ancillary Kit Parts List (10181-9010) 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-10 Available Power Cables (Purchased Separately) 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-11 Available Option Cables (Purchased Separately) 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SAFETY SUMMARY
1. INTRODUCTION
All operators and maintenance personnel must observe the following safety precautions during operation and
maintenance of this equipment. Specific warnings and cautions are provided in the manual and at the end of this
Safety Summary. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes appear before various steps in the manual and will be used as
follows:
•WARNING –Used when injury or death to personnel and damage to equipment is possible
•CAUTION –Used when there is a possibility of damage to equipment
•NOTE –Used to alert personnel to a condition that requires emphasis
2. PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT SAFETY
Basic safety precautions consider factors involved in protecting personnel from injury or death. Electrical,
mechanical, electromagnetic radiation (EMR), material, or chemical hazards are the most common types of
hazards found in electronic equipment. The following are types of hazards that may exist:
ELECTRICAL –Hazardous voltage and current levels may exist throughout the equipment. Contact
with these hazards could cause electrocution, electrical shock, burns, or injury due to
involuntary reflexes of the body.
MECHANICAL –Mechanical hazards are created when heavy assemblies and components must be
removed and replaced. Moving parts (such as fan blades) and hot surfaces are
potential mechanical hazards.
THERMAL –Burn hazards may exist in the equipment that could cause personal injuries and/or
serious equipment damage. Internal surfaces of the equipment may be in excess of
65°C, the point at which personnel could be burned. Extreme caution should be used
when working with any hot assemblies (for example, power supply or power amplifier
assemblies). Physical injury or damage may result to personnel and/or equipment as a
result of a reflex action to a burn.
CHEMICAL –Chemicals or materials used for servicing the equipment may present potential
hazards. Many chemical agents, such as cleaners and solvents, may be toxic, volatile,
or flammable. If used incorrectly, these agents can cause injury or death.
EMR –Overexposure to electromagnetic radiation resulting from amplified radio frequencies
that may produce a health hazard.
3. OPERATIONAL AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY GUIDELINES
Good safety discipline is critical to prevent injury to personnel. All other safety measures are useless if personnel
do not observe the safety precautions and do not follow safety disciplines. Once aware of a hazard, personnel
should ensure that all other personnel are aware of the hazard. The following basic safety disciplines are stressed:
a. Read a procedure entirely before performing it. Personnel must always perform each assigned task in a
safe manner.
b. Prior to applying equipment power after maintenance, personnel must ensure that all unsecured hand
tools and test equipment are disconnected from the serviced/maintained equipment and properly stored.

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c. Power to the equipment must be removed before a piece of equipment is removed.
d. Extreme care must be used when adjusting or working on operating equipment. Voltages in excess of
70 V or current sources in excess of 25 A are covered with barriers. Barriers include warning information
about the hazard encountered upon barrier removal.
e. Personnel must react when someone is being electrically shocked. Perform the following steps:
1. Shut off power.
2. Call for help.
3. Administer first aid if qualified.
Under no circumstances should a person come directly in contact with the body unless the power has
been removed. When immediate removal of the power is not possible, personnel must use a
non-conductive material to try to jolt or pry the body away from the point of shock.
f. Personnel should work with one hand whenever possible to prevent electrical current from passing
through vital organs of the body. In addition, personnel must never work alone. Someone must be
available in the immediate area to render emergency first aid, if necessary.
g. Lifting can cause injury. Items weighing more than 37 pounds must be lifted by two or more people.
h. Some electrolytic capacitors contain aluminum oxide or tantalum. If connected incorrectly, the capacitor
will explode when power is applied. Extreme care must be used when replacing and connecting these
capacitors. The capacitor terminals must always be connected using the correct polarity: positive to
positive and negative to negative.
The next section contains general safety precautions not directly related to specific procedures or equipment.
These precautions are oriented toward the maintenance technician. However, all personnel must understand and
apply these precautions during the many phases of operation and maintenance of the equipment. The following
precautions must be observed:
DO NOT SERVICE EQUIPMENT ALONE
Never work on electrical equipment unless another person familiar with the operation and hazards of the
equipment is near. When the maintenance technician is aided by operators, ensure that operators are aware of
the hazards.
GROUNDING
Always ensure that all equipment and assemblies are properly grounded when operating or servicing.
TURN OFF POWER AND GROUND CAPACITORS
Whenever possible, power to equipment should be turned off before beginning work on the equipment. Be
sure to ground all capacitors that are potentially dangerous.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS
Operators and maintainers must observe all safety regulations at all times. Do not change components or
make adjustments inside equipment with a high voltage supply on unless required by the procedure. Under
certain conditions, dangerous potentials may exist in circuits with power controls off, due to charges retained
by capacitors.

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DO NOT BYPASS INTERLOCKS
Do not bypass any interlocks unnecessarily. If it is necessary to employ an interlock bypass for equipment
servicing, use extreme care not to come in contact with hazardous voltages.
USE CARE HANDLING HEAVY EQUIPMENT
Never attempt to lift large assemblies or equipment without knowing their weight. Use enough personnel or a
mechanical lifting device to properly handle the item without causing personal injury.
HEED WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Specific warnings and cautions are provided to ensure the safety and protection of personnel and equipment.
Be familiar with and strictly follow all warnings and cautions on the equipment and in technical manuals.
PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR
All personnel must wear protective eyewear when servicing or maintaining equipment. Protective eyewear
must be worn at all times when using tools.
4. PROTECTION OF STATIC-SENSITIVE DEVICES
Diode input-protection is provided on all CMOS devices. This protection is designed to guard against adverse
electrical conditions such as electrostatic discharge. Although most static-sensitive devices contain protective
circuitry, several precautionary steps should be taken to avoid the application of potentially damaging
voltages to the inputs of the device.
To protect static-sensitive devices from damage, the following precautions should be observed.
a. Keep all static-sensitive devices in their protective packaging until needed. This packaging is
conductive and should provide adequate protection for the device. Storing or transporting these
devices in conventional plastic containers could be destructive to the device.
b. Disconnect power prior to insertion or extraction of these devices. This also applies to PWBs
containing such devices.
c. Double check test equipment voltages and polarities prior to conducting any tests.
d. Avoid contact with the leads of the device. The component should always be handled carefully by
the ends or side opposite the leads.
e. Avoid contact between PWB circuits or component leads and synthetic clothing.
f. Use only soldering irons and tools that are properly grounded. Ungrounded soldering tips or tools
can destroy these devices. SOLDERING GUNS MUST NEVER BE USED.

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5. EXPLANATION OF HAZARD SYMBOLS
The symbol of drops of a liquid onto a hand shows that the material will cause burns or
irritation of human skin or tissue.
The symbol of a person wearing goggles shows that the material will injure your eyes.
The symbol of a flame shows that a material can ignite and burn you.
The symbol of a skull and crossbones shows that a material is poisonous or a danger to life.
The symbol of a human figure in a cloud shows that vapors of a material present danger to your
life or health.

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125-WATT
COMMUNICATION
SYSTEM

RF-5800H 125-WATT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
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5800H-125-V120A
BASE STATION TRANSIT CASE
Figure 1-1. Typical RF-5800H 125-Watt Communication System
RF-5832H-PA
RF-5800H-MP

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CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual provides the maintainer with all technical information required to support Level II maintenance as
described in Paragraph 1.3.2.
The overall intent of this manual is to help the maintainer expedite repair of the unit in a reasonable amount of
time, resulting in reduced downtime and increased system availability. Detailed information that will be useful to
the maintainer is provided in the following areas:
•Installation
•Configuration
•Equipment specifications
•Fault isolation and repair techniques
•Required tools and test equipment
•Functional descriptions at the system level
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
All safety precautions necessary for the protection of personnel and the equipment are cross-referenced here. The
WARNING or CAUTION is referenced to the paragraph number where it is used in the manual, and a brief
subject phrase indicating the content is provided. It is recommended that these items be read in their entirety
before performing the referenced procedure. References are as follows:
•WARNING –Paragraph 2.2.1.1 –Inadequate or defective grounding presents a personnel hazard that
could result in injury or death.
•CAUTION –Paragraph 2.2.1.1 –Inadequate or defective grounding could damage the equipment.
•CAUTION –Paragraph 2.2.1.3 –Inadequate or defective grounding could damage the equipment.
•CAUTION –Paragraph 2.2.1.4 –Inadequate or defective grounding could damage the equipment.
1.3 MAINTENANCE LEVELS
Harris/RF Communications designs its products and systems to be supported by up to four maintenance levels.
See Figure 1-2. Each maintenance level relies on a defined set of support documentation and equipment in order
to fulfill its maintenance tasks. The tasks performed at each level grow in complexity as fault isolation is
narrowed to the component causing the fault. This concept assists the maintainer by supplying only the
information and materials required for that maintenance level. These levels may be combined to sustain any
particular user maintenance philosophy. The four maintenance levels are described in Paragraphs 1.3.1 through
1.3.4.
1.3.1 Level I
This level is restricted to fault recognition and detection. Fault isolation is not usually performed at this level. An
operator who detects a faulty condition alerts Maintenance Level II for repair.

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1.3.2 Level II
The maintenance technician repairs the radio system by utilizing a System (Level II) manual to fault isolate to the
faulty unit (for example, receiver-transmitter, power amplifier, antenna coupler, etc.). The faulty LRU is replaced
with a spare and sent to Maintenance Level III.
1.3.3 Level III
The faulty unit is serviced at a facility that has support equipment available, typically a hot test bed radio system.
The suspected faulty unit is inserted into the hot test bed radio system to isolate the faulty assembly using a
Maintenance (Level III) manual. The faulty SRU or module is replaced with a spare and passed to Maintenance
Level IV.
1.3.4 Level IV
The faulty SRU or module is returned to Harris/RF Communications for repair. If Level IV maintenance
capabilities are available on-site, the maintenance technician can identify the faulty component on the SRU using
a Depot Maintenance (Level IV) manual that outlines the electronic maintenance techniques and test fixtures
necessary to repair the SRU.

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Figure 1-2. Maintenance Flow Chart
LEVEL I SYSTEM
OPERATIONAL YES
NO
NORMAL
OPERATION
TECHNICIAN
REPLACES UNIT
OR CABLE
REPAIRED
UNIT
DEFECTIVE
UNIT
TECHNICIAN REPLACES
MODULE
LEVEL II
LEVEL III
LEVEL IV
YES
NO
SYSTEM
OPERATIONAL
NO
UNIT
OPERATIONAL
YES
NO
UNIT/MODULE
OPERATIONAL
REPAIRED
UNIT
5800H-027
START
DEFECTIVE
MODULE
TECHNICIAN REPAIRS
MODULE
YES
REPAIRED
MODULE
REPAIRED
SYSTEM

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1.4 WARRANTY
Harris Corporation guarantees that if the equipment fails from normal use within one year from the date of
shipment due to a defect in workmanship or materials, Harris will repair or replace the equipment at no charge.
Repairs made by Harris to the equipment under this warranty are warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for 60 days from the date of repair.
For information on how to process a claim under this warranty, and on what is not covered by this warranty, refer
to the warranty information printed on the inside front cover of this manual.
1.5 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Table 1-1 identifies the RF-5800H 125-Watt Communication System configurations. Paragraphs 1.5.1 through
1.5.3 describes the configuration.
Table 1-1. RF-5800H 125-Watt Configurations
Description
125-Watt Vehicular System
125-Watt Base Station System
125-Watt Transit Case System
1.5.1 RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System
Figure 1-3 shows the relationship of the units contained in the RF-5800H 125-Watt Vehicular System and Figure
1-4 is the family tree. This system contains an RF-5832H-PA 125-Watt Power Amplifier (herein after referred to
as RF-5832H-PA), interconnect cables, ground strap, and two shock mounts. The RF-5211VSM Vehicular Shock
Mount (herein after referred to as RF-5211VSM) is used with the RF-5800H-MP Manpack Radio (herein after
referred to as RF-5800H-MP) and the RF-5071VSM Vehicular Shock Mount (herein after referred to as
RF-5071VSM) is used with the RF-5832H-PA. The RF-5800H-MP and the optional RF-382A Automatic
Antenna Coupler (herein after referred to as RF-382A) are ordered separately.
1.5.2 RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System
Figure 1-5 shows the relationship of the units contained in the RF-5800H 125-Watt Base Station System. Figure
1-6 is the family tree. This system contains an RF-5832H-PA, an RF-5051PS Power Supply (herein after referred
to as RF-5051PS), and an external speaker. The RF-5800H-MP and RF-382A are ordered separately.
1.5.3 RF-5800H 125-Watt Transit Case System
Figure 1-7 shows the relationship of the units contained in the typical configuration of the RF-5800H 125-Watt
Transit Case System. Figure 1-8 is the family tree. This system consists of a transit case containing an
RF-5832H-PA, an RF-5051PS, and a shock mount for the RF-5832H-PA. A mounting tray for an RF-5800H-MP
and an external speaker are mounted in a separate transit case. The RF-5800H-MP and RF-382A are ordered
separately.

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1.5.4 Related Equipment Manuals
Table 1-2 identifies the manuals that may be necessary to configure and maintain the RF-5800H 125-Watt
Communication System in its various configurations.
Table 1-2. Related Equipment Manuals
Part Number Manual Description
10515-0008-4300 RF-382, CU-2397 Antenna Coupler Intermediate
Maintenance Manual
10515-0117-4200 RF-5800H Operations Manual
10515-0117-4300 RF-5800H-MP Intermediate Maintenance Manual
10515-0124-4300 RF-5832H-PA 125-Watt Power Amplifier Intermediate
Maintenance Manual
10515-0071-4100 RF-5056PS 12/24 V DC/DC Power Converter Supplement
10515-0164-4300 RF-5845-PP Pre/Postselector Intermediate Maintenance
Manual