
2-7. AM, FM, CW, DSB Signal Generation. The
built-in
general purpose signal generator provides
continuous
coverage of the HF, VHF, and UHF land mobile spectrum for receiver testing. Many forms of
external and internal modulation can be simultaneously impressed on the carriersignal
for
actual composite
signals. The frequency range
of
the
RF
signal generator
is
from
10kHz
to
1000MHz in
100Hz
steps.
Tt1e
output
of
up to 1 Volt rms provides sufficient amplitude to get through misaligned tuners and receivers. and
is
especially effective when changing a receiver's frequency. The high level, clean
output
is available over the
entire frequency range
of
the
Communications
System Analyzer. The
output
frequency is referenced to
an
internal time base
which
can be calibrated
to
the WWV Standard. (See paragraph 4-7.)
2-8. Simultaneous Modulation. Modulation is simultaneously available from an internal 1 kHz tone
generator, a
multi-mode
code synthesizer, and from external inputs. The external modulation can be voice
from a standard
Motorola
mobile
radio
microphone
(which plugs
into
the front panel ofthe instrument).
as
well
as
a signal applied
to
the external BNC input. Separate controls are provided for independently setting the
levels
of
the 1 kHz tone, the code synthesizer, and the external modulation sources. The 1 kHz test tone is a
convenient source
of
modulation
for
making SINAD measurements. A MOD
OUT
connector
providesexternal
access to all
of
the
modulation
signals.
2-9.
Modulation
Display. The recovered audio waveform,
or
audio used
to
modulate the generator carrier,
can be viewed on the CRT. It is used to graphically measure deviation, and to aid in waveform analysis.
2-10. Sweep Generation. The sweep generator mode provides
an
RF
output
that is swept in frequency
across a band centered at the programmed frequency. A synchronized horizontal sweep
for
the internal
oscilloscope allows filter characteristics to be easily determined. This is ideal for in-depth troubleshooting of
IF amplifiers and filters.
2-11. SINAD Metering. A comprehensive check of receiver performance can be made with a SINAD
measurement. The analog line segment and digital representation
of
SINAD appear automatically whenever
the
unit
is in the normal generate mode. The
only
hookups
required are from the
Communications
System
Analyzer
to
the
RF
input
of
thereceiver
under
test, and from the audio
output
ofthe receiver to theinstrument's
multipurpose
input. The measurement, and appropriateservicing, can then be accomplished
without
the need
for
a separate signal generator,
SINAD
meter
or
distortion
analyzer.
2-12.
Multi-Mode
Code Synthesizer. The
Communications
System Analyzer generates Private Line tones
(PL), Digital Private Line codes (DPL),
two-tone
sequential paging codes and tone-remote base signaling
tones. All codes are available at the Mod
Out
jack,
as
well
as
being used internally to modulate the
RF
signal
generator. This eliminates the necessity
of
using separate generators and oscillators
for
general servicing,
setting transmitter deviation,
or
for
checking tone-remote-base
control
lines.
Timing
sequences are also
stored in the
Tone
Memory
to
provide fast set-up and eliminate errors. Userprogrammable timing sequences
are also provided to
allow
the storage
of
non-standard
or
future time sequences.
2-13. 011-lhe-Air
Monitor.
The 1.5
11
V sensitivity
of
the Communications System Analyzer receiver allows
off-the-air
monitoring
and measurement
of
transmitter frequency error and deviation
to
1000 MHz. A variable
squelch allows weak signals to be monitored, but can be set higher
to
ensure the
proper
signal-to-noise ratio
for
measurement accuracy. The off-the-air
monitor
function enables frequent parameter checks
without
leaving the shop, thus spotting system degradation early and keeping service costs down.
Bandwidth
can
be
set Wide
for
off-channel signal location
or
wide band FM;
or
Narrow
for
maximum sensitivity and selectivity.
2-14. IF Display. When the IF display mode is selected, the Communications System Analyzer's receiver
IF
envelope is shown on the CRT. This allows the technician to qualitatively and quantitatively assess the
amplitude modulation envelope
of
a transmitter.
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2-15. Spectrum Analyzer. In this mode
of
operation the CRT displays a
window
of the
RF
spectrum whose
bandwidth (from 1MHz
to
10 MHz) is determined by the DISPERSION/SWEEP control. The centerfrequency
of
this
window
ranges from 4 MHz to 1,000 MHz. selectable by entering a specific center frequency with the
keyboard. This center frequency
is
digitally
displayed
at
the top
of
theCRT screen,eliminating the need
for
an
external signal generator. and
counter
to
provide markers. Once a signal is centered on the screen, positive
identification
is
aided by switching the Analyzer
lo
MONITOR AM
or
FM
and listening to the demodulated
output
via the built-in audio amplifier and speaker. Thespectrum analyzer's center frequency can be scanned
up
or
down
at
rates varying from 0.5 kHzpersecond to 5 MHzper second, usingthe
RF
scan control.Slowrates
are used
to
precisely determineasubjectsignal's frequencywhilefaster rates are used
for
locating intermittent
transmissions
or
viewing large areas
of
the spectrum in a short time. Uses of the Spectrum Analyzer
are:
lntermodulation
interference identification,
IF
and
RF
signal tracing, transmitter harmonics
measurements, transmitter spurious checks, and receiver local oscillator radiation.
2-16.
RF
Burnout
Protection. At
RF
input
levels above 200 mW, in any operating mode, the
input
automatically switches to the
internal125
watt
RF
load, thus
protecting
the attenuator and signal generator
against damage from a keyed transmitter. If
power
above 200 mW is applied in any mode except the power
monitor
mode an audiable alarm sounds and a visual warning on the CRT directs the operator to switch to the
power
monitor
mode.
CAUTION
To
prevent undue stress on the protected
circuits
it is advisable to always switch the
system to the power
monitor
mode before applying power in excess
of
200 mW.
Additional protection is also obtained by making it a practice not to leave the step
attenuator in the 0
dB
position.
2-17. Terminated
RF
PowerMeasurement.
RF
poweris automaticallymeasured when the Communications
System Analyzer is in the
Power-Monitor
mode. The
built-in
RF
load dissipates up
to
50
watts
for
threeminutes
and
up
to
125
watts
lor
one minute.
If
a high
power
transmitter should be keyed
into
the unit
for
a time long
enough to threaten overheating
of
the power measuring circuitry, the audible alarm sounds and the CRT
display changes to read "RF
LOAD
OVER-TEMP," thus warning the technician to un-key. This instrument
function is further enhanced by the simultaneous indication
of
RF
power
output, carrier frequency error. and
modulation, all on the same CRT display.
2-18. In-Line Power Measurement. Use
of
the Motorola ST-1200 series Wattmeter elements in
conjunction
with the analyzer's external wattmeter display provides measurement of forward and reflected antenna
power
on the CRT display. This capability eliminates the complex hook-ups and theadditional instruments normally
required for antenna measurements.
2-19. Duplex Generator. In this mode, the Communications System Analyzer simultaneously receives and
generates the signals
for
duplex radio servicing, while generated and monitored frequencies are observed on
the CRT. In the 0-10 MHz range, the 'Freq. Set' control tunes the proper offset frequency for theVHF and UHF
bands. The
45
MHz mode providesasingleoffset
for
the 800 MHz range. Aswitch is also provided to select high
or
low side offset.
as
required. The Duplex Generatorprovides enhanced capabilityto service equipmentsuch
as
repeaters, car telephones and Emergency Medical Telemetry portables.
2-20. 500-kHz Oscilloscope. This general purpose scope is ideal for waveform analysis in two-way
communication servicing. Use
it
for viewing modulation signals (either internally
or
externally generated),
detection of asymmetric modulation
or
audio distortion, and general purpose signal tracing and
troubleshooting.
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