Promax HD Ranger + User manual

HD RANGER +
TV & SATELLITE ANALYSER
- 0 MI1914 -

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paragraph.
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hazard or damage to this product or other property.
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USER'S MANUAL VERSION
Version Date Software Version
8.0 December 2014 15.4
For now on this manual describes operation only for model HD RANGER + .

What's new in manual version 8.0
New tool: Field Strength meter.
Improvement in importing files tool.
New constellation zoom.
New function for controlling JESS devices.
PER measurement.
Badwidth power and link margin measurement.
PEAK and RMS detector type.
New tool: "Discover FM Stations".
Reference capture in Spectrum Analyser.
Improved LNB supply management.
GPS locked/unlocked graphic indication (only for GPS option).
New options in "Preferences": "Boot Screen"; several in "Equipment"; "Security".
New option in Spectrum Analyser: "Dashed BW".
Spectrum Analyser screen 3/3 available por analogue signal.
Datalogger for "Attenuation test" tool.
Interactive service detection and identification.
Independient frequencies for SatCR slots.
Protection by PIN for some data fields and recovery PIN system.
Function to recover to the equipment the image from video output.
DiSEqC commands multiple selection.
Improvement in copying files to USB with filename > 8 letters.
Exclusive key for PLP identification.
User's Manual: New Chapter "General Menu Options".
New section: "Generic Signal".
Link in each page to access the contents table.
What's new in manual version 7.0
Manual restructure: New Chapter "Menu Options".
New options in "Preferences": "Boot Image"; several new options in "Equipment".
New section: "Generic Signal".
New option in Spectrum Analyser: "Dashed BW".
Spectrum 3/3 Screen available for analogue signal.
Marker function improved.
Manual Header with information of chapter name.
Screens updated.
Menus updated.
"Specifications" restructure.
Several minor corrections.

SAFETY RULES
* The safety could not be assured if the instructions for use are not closely
followed.
* Use this equipment connected only to systems with their negative of
measurement connected to ground potential.
* The AL-103 external DC charger is a Class I equipment, for safety reasons plug it
to a supply line with the corresponding ground terminal.
* This equipment can be used in Overvoltage Category I installations and
Pollution Degree 2 environments.
External DC charger can be used in Overvoltage Category II, installation and
Pollution Degree 1 environments.
* When using some of the following accessories use only the specified ones to ensure
safety.:
Rechargeable battery
External DC charger
Car lighter charger cable
Power cord
* Observe all specified ratings both of supply and measurement.
* Remember that voltages higher than 70 V DC or 33 V AC rms are dangerous.
* Use this instrument under the specified environmental conditions.
* When using the power adaptor, the negative of measurement is at ground
potential.
* Do not obstruct the ventilation system of the instrument.
* Use for the signal inputs/outputs, specially when working with high levels,
appropriate low radiation cables.
* Follow the cleaning instructions described in the Maintenance paragraph.

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* Symbols related with safety:
Descriptive Examples of Over-Voltage Categories
Cat I Low voltage installations isolated from the mains.
Cat II Portable domestic installations.
Cat III Fixed domestic installations.
Cat IV Industrial installations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Description .................................................................................... 1-1
2SETTING UP ........................................................................................... 2-3
2.1 Package
Content ............................................................................ 2-3
2.2 Power ........................................................................................... 2-4
2.2.1 First
charge................................................................................ 2-4
2.2.2 Charging the battery ................................................................... 2-4
2.2.3 Charge/discharge
times ............................................................... 2-5
2.2.4 Smart
control battery .................................................................. 2-5
2.2.5 Usage
Tips................................................................................. 2-6
2.3 Equipment
Details .......................................................................... 2-7
2.4 Switching On/Off the equipment ....................................................... 2-9
2.5 Screen Icons and Dialog boxes ........................................................2-10
2.6 Menu
Tree ....................................................................................2-11
2.7 Controls .......................................................................................2-15
2.7.1 Joystick ....................................................................................2-15
2.7.2 Keyboard
shortcuts ....................................................................2-16
2.7.3 Softkeys...................................................................................2-21
2.7.4 Virtual
Keyboard........................................................................2-21
2.8 StealthID Function: Signal Auto-identification ....................................2-22
2.9 Equipment Settings and Configuration ..............................................2-24
2.9.1 Settings
Menu ...........................................................................2-24
2.9.2 Video & Audio settings................................................................2-26
2.9.3 Preferences
Menu ......................................................................2-27
3MEASUREMENT MODE ...........................................................................3-32
3.1 Introduction..................................................................................3-32
3.2 Operation .....................................................................................3-32
3.3 Screen
description .........................................................................3-33
3.4 GENERIC
Signal.............................................................................3-35
4SPECTRUM ANALYSER MODE .................................................................4-36
4.1 Introduction..................................................................................4-36
4.2 Mode of operation..........................................................................4-36
4.3 Full Spectrum screen description......................................................4-40
4.4 Joystick Operation in Spectrum Analyser mode ..................................4-41
4.5 Specific
Options.............................................................................4-43
4.6 Locking
a signal.............................................................................4-45
4.7 Satellite
Identification ....................................................................4-46
5TV MODE ...............................................................................................5-47
5.1 Introduction..................................................................................5-47
5.2 Operation .....................................................................................5-47
5.3 Screen
Description.........................................................................5-48
5.3.1 TV MODE: TV views....................................................................5-48
5.3.2 TV MODE: Radio views ...............................................................5-52
5.4 Specific
Options.............................................................................5-54
5.5 IRG
Descriptor ..............................................................................5-54

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6GENERAL MENU OPTIONS .....................................................................6-56
6.1 F1:
Tuning....................................................................................6-56
6.2 F2:
Signal Parameters....................................................................6-60
6.3 F3:
Tools......................................................................................6-61
7TOOLS...................................................................................................7-63
7.1 Constellation.................................................................................7-63
7.1.1 Description ...............................................................................7-63
7.1.2 Operation .................................................................................7-63
7.1.3 Menu
Options............................................................................7-65
7.2 LTE Ingress test ............................................................................7-66
7.2.1 Description ...............................................................................7-66
7.2.2 Operation .................................................................................7-66
7.2.3 Menu
options ............................................................................7-68
7.3 Echoes .........................................................................................7-68
7.3.1 Description ...............................................................................7-68
7.3.2 Operation .................................................................................7-69
7.3.3 Menu
Options............................................................................7-70
7.4 MER
by carrier ..............................................................................7-70
7.4.1 Description ...............................................................................7-70
7.4.2 Operation .................................................................................7-71
7.4.3 Menu
options ............................................................................7-72
7.5 MEROGRAM ..................................................................................7-72
7.5.1 Description ...............................................................................7-72
7.5.2 Operation .................................................................................7-72
7.5.3 Menu
option..............................................................................7-74
7.6 Spectrogram.................................................................................7-74
7.6.1 Description ...............................................................................7-74
7.6.2 Operation .................................................................................7-75
7.6.3 Menu
options ............................................................................7-77
7.7 Attenuation
Test............................................................................7-77
7.7.1 Description ...............................................................................7-77
7.7.2 Operation .................................................................................7-78
7.7.3 Menu
Options............................................................................7-80
7.8 Signal
Monitoring...........................................................................7-81
7.8.1 Description ...............................................................................7-81
7.8.2 Operation .................................................................................7-81
7.8.2.1 Settings ................................................................................7-82
7.8.2.2 Screen
Description..................................................................7-83
7.8.3 Menu
Options............................................................................7-84
7.8.4 Data
file processing....................................................................7-84
7.8.4.1 Description ............................................................................7-84
7.8.4.2 Obtaining an excel file .............................................................7-85
7.9 Datalogger ...................................................................................7-87
7.9.1 Description ...............................................................................7-87
7.9.2 Operation .................................................................................7-87

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7.10 Export key....................................................................................7-94
7.10.1 Description ...............................................................................7-94
7.10.2 Operation .................................................................................7-94
7.11 Explore Channel Plan .....................................................................7-96
7.11.1 Description ...............................................................................7-96
7.11.2 Operation .................................................................................7-96
7.12 Discover FM stations ......................................................................7-99
7.12.1 Description ...............................................................................7-99
7.12.2 Operation .................................................................................7-99
7.13 Field Strength ............................................................................. 7-102
7.13.1 Description ............................................................................. 7-102
7.13.2 Operation ............................................................................... 7-102
7.13.3 Configuration .......................................................................... 7-103
7.13.4 Creating and importing calibration tables .................................... 7-105
8INSTALLATIONS MANAGEMENT........................................................... 8-107
8.1 Description ................................................................................. 8-107
8.2 Operation ................................................................................... 8-107
8.3 Installation
Management .............................................................. 8-108
8.4 New
installation........................................................................... 8-111
8.5 Tools ......................................................................................... 8-112
8.6 Importing Data from USB .............................................................8-113
9CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES.................................................. 9-114
9.1 Mini-USB
connector...................................................................... 9-114
9.1.1 Connecting the HD RANGER+(host) to an USB memory (device) ... 9-114
9.1.2 Connecting a computer (host) to the HD RANGER+(device) .......... 9-116
9.2 V/A
Output Connector .................................................................. 9-117
9.3 V/A Input Connector .................................................................... 9-117
9.4 RF
Connector .............................................................................. 9-118
10 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 10-122
10.1 Specifications HD RANGER+........................................................ 10-122
10.2 Measurement Mode.................................................................... 10-124
10.3 Spectrum Analyser Mode ............................................................ 10-127
10.4 TV Mode................................................................................... 10-129
10.5 Tools ....................................................................................... 10-130
10.6 Options .................................................................................... 10-131
11 MAINTENANCE ................................................................................ 11-132
11.1 Considerations about the Screen.................................................. 11-132
11.2 Cleaning Recommendations ........................................................ 11-132
ANNEX 1 SIGNALS DESCRIPTION .............................................................. 1
ANNEX 2 HOW TO POINT A DISH ANTENNA ..............................................15
ANNEX 3 DiSEqC COMMANDS....................................................................23
ANNEX 4 REMOTE CONTROL COMMANDS ..................................................33
ANNEX 5 OPTICAL OPTION OP-001-PS .....................................................56
ANNEX 6 SIGNAL COVERAGE OPTION OP-001-GPS ...................................66
ANNEX 7 OPTION DAB/DAB+ OP-001-DAB ...............................................78
ANNEX 8 MULTIMEDIA CONTENT ..............................................................82

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TV & SATELLITE ANALYSER
HD RANGER +
1
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1
Description
The new
HD RANGER + is the sixth generation of field meters that PROMAX
launches. As each new generation, it represents an evolution from the previous,
since it integrates the latest technological innovations and develops applications
for the new demands and needs that have emerged in recent years.
The new
HD RANGER + has been created with the aim to make easy the user
experience. From its ergonomic design and stylized lines to the reduction of keys
and the easy use of its interface, everything has been designed so the user has a
simple tool to use but powerful and useful.
Figure 1.
The
HD RANGER + is a universal analyser that covers several of the most
popular standards of the DVB family, as well as formats such as MPEG-2 or
MPEG-4 and Dolby audio∗. There is also the possibility of an extension to work in
fibre optics installations.
1Trademark of the DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting Project.

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Besides the basic functions of TV meter and spectrum analyser for terrestrial and
satellite band, it provides additional tools, such as the detection of 4G signal
interferences (some of its working frequencies are close to the TV bands), the
diagrams constellations or the echoes detection.
The
HD RANGER + has an application to manage data generated at each
installation. This feature helps the user to manage information generated so he
can access it at any time or download it to a PC for further analysis.
The
HD RANGER + has been designed and developed entirely in the European
Union. A multidisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals has dedicated
effort and commitment to the development of a powerful, efficient and reliable
tool. During the manufacturing process, all used materials have been subjected
to a strict quality control.
In an effort to facilitate its work to professionals, our long experience ensures an
after sales quality service, which includes software updates and upgrades for
free.
Figure 2.

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2 SETTING UP
2.1
Package Content
Check that your package contains the following elements:
HD RANGER + Analyser.
External DC charger.
Mains cord for external DC charger.
Car lighter charger.
"F" Adapters (3 units).
• "F" / H - BNC / H Adapter.
• "F" / H - DIN / H Adapter.
• "F" / H - "F" / H Adapter.
Support belt and carrying bag.
USB On-the-go (OTG)(A) Male - Mini USB (B) Male cable.
USB cable (A) Female - Mini USB (B) Male cable.
4V/RCA Jack Cable.
Transport suitcase.
Quick Start Guide.
NOTE:Keep the original packaging, since it is specially designed to protect the
equipment. You may need it in the future to send the analyser to be
calibrated.

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2.2
Power
The
HD RANGER + is powered by a 7.2 V built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery of
high quality and long operation time.
This equipment can operate on battery or connected to the mains using a DC
adapter. An adapter is also supplied to use with the power connector car
(cigarette lighter).
2.2.1 First charge
The equipment comes with the battery half charged. Depending on the time
elapsed from first charge and environmental conditions may have lost some of
the charge. You should check the battery level. It is advisable a first full charge.
2.2.2 Charging the battery
Connect the DC power adapter to the equipment through the power connector on
the left side panel (see figure 3).
Figure 3.
Then connect the DC power adapter to the mains via the mains cord. Ensure that
your mains voltage is compatible with the adapter voltage.
For a fast charging of the battery is necessary to switch off the equipment.
If the equipment is ON, the battery charging will be slower, depending on the
type of work you are doing. When connecting the equipment to the mains the
mains connected symbol appears inside the battery icon.

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When the equipment is connected to the mains, the CHARGER indicator remains
on. This indicator changes its colour according to the percentage of battery
charge:
RED Less than 80% of charge.
ORANGE Between 80% and 90% of charge.
GREEN 100% full charge.
When switching on the equipment, the battery voltage is checked. If the tension
is too weak to start, the LED EXT and DRAIN flashes and the equipment does not
start up. In this case please charge the battery immediately.
2.2.3 Charge/discharge times
Average charging time with the equipment off (fast charge):
3 hours to achieve an 80% charge.
5 hours to achieve a 100% charge.
With the equipment on (slow charge):
5 hours to achieve an 80% charge.
8 hours to achieve a 100% charge.
Average discharge time (with external supply disabled):
With the battery full charge the average battery time is 5:30 hours.
With the battery at 80% charge the average battery time is 4 h.
2.2.4 Smart control battery
The built-in battery of the equipment is of the "smart" type, which means that
reports its state of charge. This information is displayed inside the battery icon in
the form of the average time available. In this way the user can know at any
time the remaining battery level.
The remaining time charge that appears is calculated according to the work that
has been doing. If you activate the external supply of the equipment, the
average time would be reduced according to the increase in consumption that
occurs.

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2.2.5 Usage Tips
The battery is losing storage capacity as you go through its life. Contact your
PROMAX distributor when necessary to replace the battery.
To prolong battery life the user should follow these tips:
In case of providing a long inactivity period of the equipment it is
advisable to make every 3 months a charge / discharge cycle and a
subsequent partial charge (40% aprox.).
It is advisable to keep it in a cool place and away from heat.
You should avoid keeping the battery for a long period of time at full load
or fully discharged.
There is not necessary to wait to fully discharge before a charge because
these batteries have no memory effect.

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2.3
Equipment Details
Front View
Figure 4.

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Lateral view
Figure 5.
Top view
Figure 6.
* Optical Option. Refer to annex.

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2.4
Switching On/Off the equipment
This analyser is designed for use as a portable equipment and it does not require
any previous installation.
►Switching On:
Slide for a while (approximately one second) the power slide switch
located on the left side of the equipment.
When all indicators light up at once release the switch, which returns to
its rest position.
The boot screen (user can select the boot screen from "Preferences"
menu) appears and also a progress bar that indicates the system load. At
the top left corner it shows the equipment model and the installed
software release detected.
After the system load, the last screen before shutdown appears.
►Switching Off:
Slide for a while (approximately one second) the power slide switch
located on the left side of the equipment.
When the screen goes off release the switch, which returns to its rest
position.
The starting display picture appears and the progress bar showing the
system shutdown progress.
►Reset:
Press the key for 5 seconds. The equipment automatically turns off.
Use only in case of system crash.
In the PREFERENCES menu (press 1s), APPEARANCE tab, option "Off" the
user can activate the automatic shutdown option, selecting a waiting time (time
without pressing any key) after which the equipment turns off automatically.

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2.5
Screen Icons and Dialog boxes
On the screen are some icons that provide useful information to the user about
the current status of the instrument.
Battery charging. Warning.
Battery not charging.
Yellow level indicates
charge left. USB flash drive inserted.
Battery not charging,
time left indicator. LTE filter enabled.
USB in serial port mode.
Current installation.
Satellite band.
GPS locked.
GPS unlocked.
LNB power level. SATCR commands
enabled.
Terrestrial band. JESS commands enabled.
Compressed
installation.
Multi-function Joystick
enabled.
Two-letter code indicates the
exact function:
OK.
Searching.
FR Frequency tuning.
CH Channel tuning.
SP Span change.
MK Marker moving.
EC Echo/zoom change.

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2.6
Menu Tree
SPECTRUM ANALYSER MENU
Only available for digital channels
Only available for analogue channels
Option available for terrestrial band Option available for satellite band

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TV MENU
MEASUREMENT MENU
Only available for digital channels
Only available for analogue channels
Option available for terrestrial band Option available for satellite band