Optoelectronics Cub User manual

Cub
USER MANUAL

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CAUTION
WA NING - Maximum input voltage is 12VDC. Automotive voltages may exceed 12V causing dam-
age to internal circuitry. Damage resulting from excessive input voltage is readily apparent and will not
be covered under warranty. Units returned for warranty service that have damage resulting from exces-
sive supply voltages will incur service charges.
WA NING - Maximum antenna input signal is +15dBm (50mW). Under no circumstances should the
Cub be directly connected to an RF transmitter or be used in close proximity to a radio transmitter of more
than 5 watts. Damage to the input amplifier circuitry is readily apparent and will not be covered under
warranty. Units returned for warranty service that have damage to the input circuitry will incur service
charges.
This manual covers connection and operating instructions for the
Optoelectronics Cub. The Optoelectronics Cub is covered under U.S.
Patent Number 5,471,402.
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Front/Top Panel 4
Operation 5
Operation cont. 6
Specifications 7
Specifications cont. 8
Accessories 9
Factory Warranty 10
Factory Service 11
Table of Contents

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POWE ON/OFF
Move the slide switch up to turn the Cub on.
ANGE 2.8GHz/250MHz
To count from 1MHz-2.8GHz slide the switch up to the 2.8GHz setting. To count from 1MHz-
250MHz only slide the switch down to the 250MHz setting.
FILTE /CAPTU E/NO MAL
Slide the switch up the Filter/Capture setting to activate Filter mode. Press the gate button to activate
Capture mode. Move the slide switch down to ormal setting to put it in ormal mode.
A M/GATE
Press the Arm/Gate button to increase or decrease the display resolution. Press the Arm/Gate button
when in Filter mode to activate Capture mode.
Antenna
50 Ohm B C connector. Do not exceed +15dBm (50mW) signal to the antenna input. Please see our
catalog or web site for antenna options. www.optoelectronics.com
9-12VDC
The connector labeled 9-12VDC on top of the Cub is used for accepting the plug from the supplied
AC90 power adapter. The AC90 is a nominal 9VDC adapter. Plug the AC90 into the Cub to charge
the unit. A full charge will take approximately 8-10 hours. The Cub will operate approximately 4-5
hours on a full charge.
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Charging the Cub
Plug the supplied AC90 adapter into the top of the Cub for 8-10 hours to fully charge the battery pack.
The unit should operate for 4-5 hours on a full charge. The unit may be turned on while the AC adapter
is plugged in. Charging will occur with the unit on or off. If the battery becomes discharged a battery
symbol with a line through it will be displayed on bottom of the display.
Selecting a range
The two ranges are as follows:
250MHz (switch down) for frequencies between 1MHz-250MHz
2.8GHz (switch up) for frequencies between 10MHz-2.8GHz
The 2.8GHz range covers all VHF and UHF communications. Leaving in this range may prove to be
the most useful.
Selecting the 250MHz range is good if you require to count signals below 250MHz. The other advan-
tage to this range is that it is faster to respond and gives more digits of resolution than in the 2.8GHz
range.
Using the Normal/Filter-Capture switch
When the switch is in the ormal mode position the display will oscillate. The only time the display
becomes stable is when the unit is actively counting a signal. When the carrier drops then the display
begins to oscillate again displaying random background RF.
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Operation cont.
When the switch is in the Filter/Capture setting the display no longer oscillates. When in filter mode
the display will display the word FILTER at the top of the display. In filter mode only real measure-
ments are displayed. The frequency will be displayed on the display even after the carrier is gone. If
the unit captures another signal then it will over right the last frequency displayed.
To place the unit in capture mode press the Arm/Gate button when the unit is in Filter mode. The unit
will display the word CAPTURE and it will also flash. When a frequency is captured in capture mode
the frequency will lock on the display and cannot be over written by another frequency. The only way
to clear the display is to move the switch down to normal mode and then back up to filter/capture mode.
Repeat the process above to go from filter to capture mode.
Selecting a gate time
In normal mode press the arm/gate button to change the measurement time. A longer gate time means
counting for a longer period of time and results in more digits displayed. The available gate times are
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Frequency Display esolution
Least significant digit displayed (LSD) as a function of Gate Time and Range
ange Gate Time Meas. Time LSD Sample Display
250MHz 100us 13mS 10kHz 150.00
1mS 13mS 1kHz 150.000
10mS 13mS 100Hz 150.0000
100mS 110mS 10Hz 150.00000
1S 1S 1Hz 150.000000
2.8GHz 6.4mS 13mS 10kHz 2000.00
64mS 75mS 1kHz 2000.000
640mS 640mS 100Hz 2000.0000
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Impedance: 50 Ohm V WR <2:1
Range: Sensitivity:
10MHz 15mV
27MHz-150MHz 2mV
450MHz-800MHz 3mV
1GHz 3mV
2GHz 50mV
2.8GHz 100mV
Maximum Input: 50V AC + DC +15dBM, 50 milliwatts
Display: 9 digit LCD. Decimal at MHz point
Timebase: 10MHz setable to +/- 1ppm (Option .5ppm TCXO)
Size: 3.7” x H x 2.75”W x 1.2” D
Weight: 8.5 oz
Battery: Internal shrink wrapped 4 cell AA NiCad
Operating Time: Approximately 5 Hours
Charging Time: Approximately 8 hours
Po er: 9-12VDC AC90 adapter supplied
Po er Connector: 2.1 mm coax, center positive
Cabinet: tamped aluminum with black painted finish
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ANTENNAS
The small dual band, VHF/UHF, DB32 antenna is a very good multi-purpose antenna capable of picking
up a very wide range of frequencies from 100MHz to 2GHz. There are other antennas available that are
useful for specific frequency ranges.
RD27 26-150MHz
RD150 144-165MHz
RD440 440-480MHz
RD800 500MHz-1GHz
RD2400 2400-2500MHz.
BB85 100MHz-2GHz
Cell Lock824MHz-2GHz
TA100S 100MHz-600MHz
FILTE S
The 100 FM broadcast notch filter will remove the influence from local FM stations.
Accessories

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P ODUCT WA ANTY
Optoelectronics, Inc. warrants all products and accessories for one (1) year against defects in materials
and workmanship to the original purchaser. Products returned for warranty service will be repaired or
replaced at Optoelectronics’ option.
Specifically excluded are any products returned under this warranty that upon examination, have been
modified, had unauthorized repairs attempted, have suffered damage to the input circuitry from the
application of an excessive input signal, have suffered damage to the charging circuitry or internal bat-
teries from the application of excessive voltage, or show other evidence of misuse or abuse.
Optoelectronics reserves sole right to make this determination.
o other warranties are expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Optoelectronics, Inc. is not liable for consequen-
tial damages.
WA ANTY
Products under warranty must be returned, transportation prepaid, to Optoelectronics’ service center.
All parts replaced and labor performed under warranty are at no charge to the customer.
NON-WA ANTY
Products not under warranty must be returned, transportation prepaid, to Optoelectronics’ service cen-
ter. Factory service will be performed on a time and materials basis at the service rate in effect at the
time of repair. A repair estimate prior to commencement of service may be requested. Return shipping
will be added to the service invoice and is to be paid by the customer.
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ETU N POLICY
The Optoelectronics Service Department will provide rapid turnaround of your repair. o return autho-
rization is required. Enclose complete information as follows:
1. Copy of sales receipt if under warranty.
2. Detailed description of problem(s).
3. Complete return address and phone number (UPS street address for USA).
4. Proper packaging (insurance recommended). ote: Carriers will not pay for
damage if items are improperly packaged.
5. Proper remittance including return shipping, if applicable (Visa/MasterCard
number with expiration date, Money Order, etc.). ote:
Personal checks are held for a minimum of two weeks before shipment.
Address all items to: Optoelectronics, Inc.
Service Department
160 West Camino Real #233
Boca Raton, FL 33432
If in question, contact the factory for assistance. Service Department: [phone].
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
The Optoelectronics logo is a registered trademark of Optoelectronics, Inc. Copyright 2008
ICOM and AOR are registered trademarks. Optoelectronics, Inc.
Factory Service

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160 West Camino Real #233
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Internet: www.optoelectronics.com
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