Satel SATELLINE-3AS VHF YM5000 User manual

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
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products without any written announcement and urges its customers to ensure, that the
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IN ANY LIFE SUPPORT RELATED DEVICE OR SYSTEM RELATED FUNCTION NOR AS A PARTIN ANY LIFE SUPPORT RELATED DEVICE OR SYSTEM RELATED FUNCTION NOR AS A PART
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Salo, FINLAND 2000

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RESTRICTIONS ON USE
SATELLINE-3AS (d) radio modems have been designed to operate on frequency ranges, the
exact use of which differs from one region and/or country to another. The user of a radio
modem must take care that the said device is not operated without the permission of the local
authorities on frequencies other than those specifically reserved and intended for use without a
specific permit. For this reason, the notice mark has been attached to the radio modem.
The model SATELLINE-3AS(d) 869 MHz is designed to operate on the licence free frequency
band of 869.400 – 869.650 MHz according to recommendation CEPT/ERC/REC 70-03. This
recommendation has been drawn up by the European Radiocommunications Committee (ERC)
under CEPT. The transmit/receive duty cycle of the individual unit is limited to 10% on this band,
and a single transmission period must not exceed 36 s. In addition, the maximum allowed
radiated output power is 500 mWERP.
WARNING!WARNING! Users of SATELLINE-3AS (d) radio modem in North America should be aware, that
due to the allocation of the frequency band 406.0 – 406.1 MHz for government use only, the
use of radio modem on this frequency band without a proper permit is strictly forbidden.

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WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these safety instructions carefully before using the product:
•Warranty will be void, if the product is used in any way, which is in contradiction with the
instructions given in this manual, or if the housing of the radio modem has been opened or
tampered with.
•The radio modem is to be used only on frequencies allocated by local authorities and
without exceeding the given maximum allowed output power ratings. SATEL is not
responsible, if any products manufactured by it are used in unlawful ways.
•The devices mentioned in this manual are to be used only according to the instructions
described in this manual. Faultless and safe operation of the devices can be guaranteed only
if the transport, storage, operation and handling of the devices is appropriate. This also
applies to the maintenance of the products.
•To prevent damage both the radio modem and any terminal devices must always be
switched OFF before connecting or disconnecting the serial connection cable. It should be
ascertained that different devices used have the same ground potential. Before connecting
any power cables the output voltage of the power supply should be checked.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTNT NOTICE............................................................................................. 1
RESTRICTIONS ON USE....................................................................................... 2
WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS.......................................................................................... 4
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 8
1SATELLINE-3AS AND SATELLINE-3ASD RADIO DATA MODEMS................. 10
1.1 SATELLINE-3AS Technical specifications (380...470 MHz)....................... 10
1.2 SATELLINE-3AS Technical specifications (869 MHz) ............................... 11
1.3 SATELLINE-3ASd EPIC Technical specifications (400...470 Mhz) ............. 12
1.4 Basic configuration and installation...................................................... 13
1.4.1 Basic configuration............................................................................................ 13
2CONNECTIONS......................................................................................... 15
2.1 D15-connector functions........................................................................ 15
2.1.1 Pin configuration ............................................................................................... 16
2.1.2 RS-232 -Interface .............................................................................................. 17
2.1.3 RS-422 -Interface .............................................................................................. 18
2.1.4 RS-485 -Interface .............................................................................................. 19
2.1.5 Termination....................................................................................................... 19
2.2 RF Interface ........................................................................................... 19
2.2.1 Transmitter........................................................................................................ 20
2.2.2 Receiver............................................................................................................ 21
2.2.3 RSSI-signal........................................................................................................ 21
2.2.4 Error correction ................................................................................................. 22
2.2.5 Error checking................................................................................................... 22
3USER INTERFACE....................................................................................... 23
3.1 LED-indicators ....................................................................................... 23
3.2 Configuration mode............................................................................... 23
3.2.1 Changing the settings........................................................................................ 24
3.2.2 Restoring factory settings.................................................................................... 25

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3.3 Display and push buttons (SATELLINE-3ASd)......................................... 25
4TRANSPARENT DATA TRANSMISSION....................................................... 27
4.1 RS-Interface, data format...................................................................... 27
4.2 Handshake lines ................................................................................... 28
4.2.1 CTS-line............................................................................................................ 28
4.2.2 CD-line............................................................................................................. 28
4.2.3 RTS-line ............................................................................................................ 29
4.3 Timing and delays during data transmission ........................................ 29
4.3.1 Data buffering in the radio data modem............................................................. 29
4.3.2 Optional start delay in transmit mode................................................................. 30
4.4 Tests …………………………………………………………………………………….30
5REPEATER MODE AND ADDRESSESING..................................................... 31
5.1 Repeater................................................................................................ 31
5.2 Addressing ............................................................................................ 32
5.2.1 Connection between two points.......................................................................... 34
5.2.2 System of one base station and several substations ............................................. 34
5.3 Using repeaters and addresses in the same system.............................. 35
5.3.1 System with several repeaters ............................................................................. 35
5.3.2 Repeater chain using address pairs .................................................................... 36
5.3.3 Repeater chain using dual addressing ................................................................ 37
6MESSAGE ROUTING ................................................................................. 38
6.1 Introduction........................................................................................... 38
6.1.1 Advantages of routing........................................................................................ 38
6.1.2 SaTerm (brief description) .................................................................................. 39
6.2 Operating modes of message routing................................................... 39
6.2.1 Source mode .................................................................................................... 40
6.2.2 Virtual mode ..................................................................................................... 40
6.2.3 Protocol configuration ....................................................................................... 40
6.3 Detailed description of routing operation ............................................. 41
6.3.1 Source mode .................................................................................................... 41
6.3.2 Virtual mode ..................................................................................................... 42
6.3.3 Overhop function in Source mode...................................................................... 43
6.3.4 Network ID ....................................................................................................... 44
6.4 Example of expanding the network coverage by using message routing
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6.4.1 Designing the network using SaTerm .................................................................. 45
6.4.2 Adding a mobile station..................................................................................... 47
6.4.3 Transferring the settings to radio data modems .................................................. 47
7DIVERSITY RECEIVER (ONLY SATELLINE-3AS EPIC) .................................... 48
7.1 Multipath fading.................................................................................... 48
7.2 Antenna installation.............................................................................. 49
8SETTINGS ................................................................................................. 50
8.1 Changing parameters using a terminal device ..................................... 50
8.1.1 Changing frequency (active radio channel frequency).......................................... 50
8.1.2 Changing radio settings (transmitter output power and receiver sensitivity)............ 52
8.1.3 Changing addressing settings (primary and secondary RX- and TX-addresses)....... 53
8.1.4 Changing serial port settings (Port 1Port 1 and Port 2Port 2)................................................. 55
8.1.5 Modification of handshaking functions ............................................................... 58
8.1.6 Special functions ............................................................................................... 59
8.1.7 Modification of routing ...................................................................................... 60
8.1.8 Activating tests................................................................................................... 64
8.1.10 Saving modified settings into the permanent memory .......................................... 64
8.2 Changing parameters using the LCD-display ........................................ 65
8.2.1 Changing frequency (frequency of the active radio channel) ................................ 66
8.2.2 Changing radio settings (transmitter output power and receiver sensitivity)............ 68
8.2.3 Changing addressing ........................................................................................ 69
8.2.4 Changing serial port settings (Port 1Port 1 and Port 2Port 2)................................................. 70
8.2.5 Modification of handshaking functions ............................................................... 71
8.2.6 Selecting special functions ................................................................................. 72
8.2.7 Activating tests................................................................................................... 72
8.2.8 Restoring factory settings.................................................................................... 73
8.2.9 Adjusting the contrast of the LCD-display............................................................ 73
8.2.10 Saving modified values into the internal memory................................................. 74
8.3 Changing parameters using the SL-COMMANDS .................................. 74
8.3.1 Frequency......................................................................................................... 75
8.3.2 Addressing........................................................................................................ 75
8.3.3 Other functions ................................................................................................. 76
8.3.4 SATELLINE-2ASx/2ASxE –compatible SL-commands............................................ 76
9INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 77
9.1 Installation of a Radio Data Modem...................................................... 77
9.2 Connection cables.................................................................................. 78
9.2.1 RS-232 -wiring.................................................................................................. 78
9.2.2 RS-422 -wiring.................................................................................................. 80
9.2.3 RS-485 wiring ................................................................................................... 81

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9.2.4 Power supply..................................................................................................... 81
9.3 Antenna installation.............................................................................. 82
9.3.1 Hand-held equipment........................................................................................ 82
9.3.2 Mobile equipment ............................................................................................. 82
9.3.3 Base stations..................................................................................................... 82
9.3.4 General antenna installation instructions................................................................... 83
10 DESIGNING SYSTEMS ............................................................................... 86
10.1 Factors affecting the quality and distance of the radio connection........ 86
10.2 Radio field strength............................................................................... 87
10.3 Remarks concerning the 869 MHz frequency band ............................... 87
11 CHECK LIST............................................................................................... 88
12 ACCESSORIES............................................................................................ 89
12.1 RS-232-cables and adapters ................................................................. 89
12.2 RS-485/422-cables and adapters.......................................................... 89
12.3 RF-cables............................................................................................... 89
12.4 Antennas ............................................................................................... 90
12.5 Filters .................................................................................................... 90
12.6 Power supplies ...................................................................................... 90
12.7 Batteries................................................................................................ 90
13 APPENDIX A ............................................................................................. 91
14 APPENDIX B............................................................................................. 92
14.1 Functional delays................................................................................... 92
14.2 Transmission related delays.................................................................. 92
14.2.1 Transmission delays when using a 12,5 kHz radio channel.................................. 93
14.2.2 Transmission delays using a 25 kHz radio channel.............................................. 95

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INTRODUCTION
SATEL OY is a Finnish electronics and Telecommunications Company specialised in the design
and manufacture of wireless data communication products. SATEL designs, manufactures and
sells radio modems intended for use in applications ranging from data transfer to alarm relaying
systems. End users of SATEL products are the industry, public organisations and private persons.
SATEL is the leading European manufacturer of radio modems. SATEL radio modems have been
certified in most European countries and also in many non-European countries.
The amount of data transferred using local area networks is increasing constantly. On the other
hand also the average size of a local area network is growing. SATEL has addressed these
market requirements by introducing the SATELLINE-3AS radio modem family, which is the first
SATEL manufactured radio modem to reach the wireless data transfer speed of 19,2 kbps. The
speed of the RS-interface is selectable between 300 … 38 400 bps.
In addition to increased data transfer speed the SATELLINE-3AS offers the user also other new
features. For the first time, built-in support is included for RS-422- and RS-485 -interfaces in
addition to the RS-232 -interface.
SATELLINE-3AS radio modem is also available as a model called the SATELLINE-3ASd, which
includes a built-in LCD-display. The display offers the user new features, e.g. field
programmability without a terminal device using a special mode (SET-UP-mode). The display
may also be used as an aid in testing the radio connection between radio modems.
SATELLINE-3AS facilitates the construction of large radio networks using the built-in routing function.
Routing is fully transparent to the user and can be used with most system protocols.
SATELLINE-3AS also offers the possibility to use an error correction function, which utilises the FEC-
method (Forward Error Correction). FEC can be used to minimise errors caused by noisy channels.
SATELLINE-3AS radio modem has three (3) basic modes of operation: Data Transfer Mode,
Configuration Mode and Test Mode. The SATELLINE-3AS configuration settings are changed
using a PC as a terminal device via the RS-Interface. In the model with the built-in LCD-display
(SATELLINE-3ASd) the changing and programming of configuration settings can also be
performed without a PC using the built-in LCD-display and four (4) pushbuttons. In addition to
allowing easy configuration of settings, the LCD-display is useful for checking the integrity of the
radio connection.

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•SATELLINE-3AS radio modem largest data transfer speed is 19,2 kbps, channel spacing
selectable as 25 kHz or 12,5 kHz (defined at the time of ordering).
•SATELLINE-3AS radio modem is compatible with RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 –interface
standards.
•SATELLINE-3ASd radio modem has a built-in LCD-display, which facilitates the changing of
settings without the need for an external terminal device (typically a PC).
•SATELLINE-3AS radio modem software includes a special routing function, which simplifies
the construction of large networks.
•SATELLINE-3AS/(d) radio modem software can be updated easily directly through the RS-
Interface of a PC.
•SATELLINE-3AS radio modem software contains an optional error correction routine (FEC),
which improves the reliability of the radio interface under interference conditions.

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1SATELLINE-3AS AND SATELLINE-3ASD RADIO DATA MODEMS
1.1 SATELLINE-3AS Technical specifications (380...470 MHz)
SATELLINE-3AS and SATELLINE-3ASd (380…470 MHz) comply with the following international
standards: ETS 300 113 and EN 300 220-1 (radio requirements) and ETS 300 279 and ETS
300 683 (EMC-requirements).
RADIO TRANSCEIVER
Frequency Range
Channel Spacing
Number of Channels
Frequency Stability
Type of Emission
Communication Mode
380...470 MHz
12,5 kHz/25 kHz
160/80
< ± 1,5 kHz
F1D
Half-Duplex
RADIO TRANSMITTER
Carrier Power
Carrier Power Stability
Adjacent Channel Power
Spurious Radiation’s
10 mW...1 W / 50 Ω
+ 2 dB / - 3 dB
according to EN 300 220-1/ETS 300 113
according to EN 300 220-1/ETS 300 113
RADIO RECEIVER
Sensitivity
Common Channel Rejection
Adjacent Channel Selectivity
Intermodulation Attenuation
Spurious Radiation’s
- 116... –110 dBm (BER < 10 E-3) *
> - 12 dB
> 60 dB @ 12,5 kHz, > 70 dB @ 25 kHz
> 65 dB
< 2 nW
MODEM
Interface
Interface Connector
Data speed of RS-Interface
Data speed of Radio Interface
Data format
RS-232 or RS-485, RS-422
D15, female
300 – 38400 bps
19200 bps (25 kHz channel)
9600 bps (12,5 kHz channel)
Asynchronous RS-232 or RS-422 or RS-485
GENERAL
Operating Voltage
Power Consumption (average)
Operating Temperature Range
Antenna Connector
Housing
Size H x W x D
Installation Plate
Weight
+ 9 ...+ 30 VDC
1.7 VA (Receive)
5.5 VA (Transmit)
0.05 VA (in STAND-BY –mode)
-25 °C...+55 °C
TNC, 50 Ω, female
Aluminium enclosure
137 x 67 x 29 mm
130 x 63 x 1 mm
250 g
* Depending on Receiver settings, see Chapters 2.2.2, 8.1.2 and 8.2.2.