Nanometrics RM-4 User manual

RM-4 Bridge Multiplexer
Manual

RM-4 Bridge Multiplexer
User Manual

History
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X:\Company\Manuals\ReferenceManual\Components\RM-4\RevI\RM4_Manual.lwp
Rev Date Author Description
A23 Mar 98 Nick Ackerly Initial release.
B5 July 98Mark Hayman new software Rev, many new features
C16 Oct. 98 Sharon Shih Updates for user interface v. 1.05
D8 Feb. 99Sharon Shih Updates for user interface v. 1.07
E22 Feb. 2000 Emil Farkas Updates for the TDMA feature
F05 Jul 2000 Nick Ackerley Update to Config Flash Size, serial port
loading order and baud rates
G18 Oct 2000 Robert Catalfamo Edit Spread Spectrum Radio Transceivers
H05 Jan 2001 Glenn GreigUpdate to data bundles configuration
options, in user interface
I02 Feb 2001 Jing Chen Updates to GUI
Hardware Approval: _______________________________ Date:___________________
Software Approval: _______________________________ Date:___________________
RM-4 User Manual Date Last Revised: 7/26/01

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RM-4 Serial Port RJ-45 to DB-9 Male Adapter Wiring for Radio Transmitter
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RM-4 Serial Port Loopback test Plug .........................................
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RM-4 Serial Port RJ-45 to DB-9 Male Adapter Wiring .............................
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RM-4 Serial Port RJ-45 to DB-9 Female Adapter Wiring............................
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RM-4 Configuration Port Test Cable..........................................
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Appendix E - External Cable Drawings ........................................
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Appendix D - Instrument Log Messages .......................................
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Appendix C - Configuration Parameters .......................................
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GPS Antenna .........................................................
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Serial Ports ..........................................................
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Ethernet .............................................................
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Power ..............................................................
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Appendix B - Connectors ...................................................
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Appendix A - Specifications .................................................
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Factory Test Port ......................................................
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Internal Configuration Options ..............................................
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Firmware Updates ......................................................
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Maintenance ..........................................................
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Basic troubleshooting ...................................................
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Hardware technical description .............................................
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6.Servicing ...............................................................
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Environment ..........................................................
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Files ...............................................................
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Manual .............................................................
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5.RM-4 User Interface ......................................................
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RM-4 Timeserver Option..................................................
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Selecting a Power Source ................................................
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Calculating the Power Consumption of the RM-4.................................
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Setting Up the GPS Antenna ..............................................
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Using External State-of-Health Inputs ........................................
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Configuring Serial Ports ..................................................
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Configuring the Ethernet Port ..............................................
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Using the User Interface Applet or Application ..................................
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Field Deployment Procedure ...............................................
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Using the RM-4 with Spread Spectrum Radio Transceivers..........................
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Internet Timeserver Setup.................................................
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Remote Site Setup .....................................................
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Packaging ............................................................
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General Care and Handling Precautions........................................
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Overview of Functionality ..................................................
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4.User Guide ..............................................................
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3.Unpacking and Post-Delivery Inspection .....................................
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2.Organization of this Manual ................................................
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1.Introduction .............................................................
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List of Figures
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Figure 16: 8-pin Modular Jack Connector
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Figure 15: Female 5-Pin DIN Connector .......................................
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Figure 14: System Files (Application) ........................................
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Figure 13: Configuration of access privileges ...................................
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Figure 12: Configuration of the Internet communications............................
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Figure 11: Configuration of the input data ports ..................................
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Figure 10: System hardware configuration .....................................
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Figure 9: GPS activity if the RM-4 is equipped with internal GPS .....................
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Figure 8: Timing quality of internal GPS ......................................
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Figure 7: Quality of data reception ..........................................
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Figure 6: System SOH ..................................................
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Figure 5: Logging on to the RM-4 ...........................................
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Figure 4: Typical Internet Timeserver Setup ....................................
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Figure 3: Typical Remote Site Setup ........................................
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Figure 2: RM-4 Rear Panel ................................................
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Figure 1: RM-4 Front Panel
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List of Tables
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Table 14: Log Message Packet Format
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Table 13: Access Control Configuration .......................................
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Table 12: GPS Configuration ..............................................
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Table 11: Internet Configuration ............................................
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Table 10: Serial Port Configuration ..........................................
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Table 9: Telemetry Packet Reader Configuration ................................
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Table 8: HRD Message Processor Configuration ................................
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Table 7: Hardware Configuration............................................
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Table 6: Configuration Port (Port 8) Connector Pinout ............................
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Table 5: Ports 4 and 7 Connector Pinout ......................................
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Table 4: Ports 2, 3, 5 and 6 Connector Pinout ..................................
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Table 3: Port 1 Connector Pinout ...........................................
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Table 2: Ethernet Connector Pinout .........................................
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Table 1: Power Connector Pinout
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1.Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of the RM-4 Bridge Multiplexer.As you use your new RM-4 we
know you will appreciate the many features that provide excellent performance.
It is very important to understand how the RM-4 operates before you use it. On the following
pages you will find a wealth of information regarding all aspects of RM-4. Please read the
instructions carefully.
If you have problems or need technical support, please submit requests for technical support by
e-mail or fax. This permits you to fully explain your problem and include "evidence" as it allows us
to submit your problem to the most knowledgeable person for reply.
by e-mail: [email protected]
by fax: To: RM-4 support at fax [phone]
by phone: Please ask for RM-4 support at [phone]
Nanometrics Inc.
250 Herzberg Road
Kanata, Ontario Canada
K2K 2A1
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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2.Organization of this Manual
This manual is organized in ten major sections:
Chapter 1 Introduction.
Chapter 2 Organization of this Manual.
Chapter 3 Unpacking and Post Delivery Inspection identifies the components you
have purchased. It also includes an "as-shipped" section. This is important
as it lists exactly which version of RM-4 you have purchased and lists
certain settings and defaults which may vary between models and serial
numbers.
Chapter 4 User Guide describes how to use the RM-4 in field experiments.
Chapter 5Reference Manual presents the full capability of the RM-4.This includes
detailed instructions for using supporting software.
Chapter 6Servicing describes how to troubleshoot and maintain the RM-4.
Appendices These list mostly tabular material such as detailed specifications, error
messages and connector pinouts.
2 - Organization of this Manual
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