Satel SATELLINE-3AS VHF YM5000 User manual

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
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discontinue the manufacture of any of its products or to discontinue the support of any of its
products, without any written announcement and urges its customers to ensure, that the
information at their disposal is valid.
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Salo, FINLAND 2014

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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.
SATELLINE-3AS(d) (330…470 MHz) is allowed to be used in the following countries, either on
licence free channels or on channels where the operation requires a licence. More detailed
information is available at the local frequency management authority.
Countries*: AT, AU, BE, BR, CA, HR, CZ, CY, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HK, HU, ID, IS, IE, IL, IT,
KR*1, LV, LT, MY, MX, NL, NO, OM, PL, PT, RO, RU, SG, SK, ZA, ES, SE, CH, TH, TR, UA, GB,
US and VN.
*1 Special version for Korea available.
SATELLINE-3AS(d) 869 MHz is designed to operate in the following countries listed below on the
licence free frequency band of 869.400 –869.650 MHz (not incorporating the band 869.300
–869.400 MHz) according to recommendation CEPT/ERC/REC 70-03. This recommendation
has been drawn up by the European Radiocommunication 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.
Countries*: AT, BE, HR, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, NL, NO, PL, PT, SG, SK, ZA, ES,
SE, CH, TR and GB.
*2 Max. ERP 10 mW
SATELLINE-3AS(d) Epic is allowed to be used in the following countries, either on licence free
channels or on channels where the operation requires a licence. More detailed information is
available at the local frequency management authority.
Countries*: AT, AU, BE, CA, HR, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, ID, IS, IE, IL, IT, LT, LV, MY, NL,
NO, OM, PL, PT, RO, RU, ZA, ES, SK, SE, CH, TH, TR, UA, GB, US and VN
WARNING! Users of SATELLINE-3AS(d) and Epic radio modems 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.
In addition project approvals available for IN, KZ and TW.
* codes of the countries follow the ISO 3166-1-Alpha-2 standard

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PRODUCT CONFORMITY
SATELLINE-3AS(d)
Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) radio modem is in compliance with the
essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety)
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with
the following CE-marking. The notification sign informs user that the operating frequency range
of the device is not harmonised throughout the market area, and the local spectrum authority
should be contacted before the usage of the radio modem.

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SATELLINE-3AS(d) Epic
Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) Epic radio modem is in compliance with the
essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety)
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with
the following CE-marking. The notification sign informs user that the operating frequency range
of the device is not harmonised throughout the market area, and the local spectrum authority
should be contacted before the usage of the radio modem.

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SATELLINE-3AS(d) 869
Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) radio modem is in compliance with the
essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety)
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with
the following CE-marking.

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WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these safety instructions carefully before using the product:
oWarranty will be void, if the product is used in any way that is in contradiction with the
instructions given in this manual, or if the radio modem housing has been opened or
tampered with.
oThe radio modem is only to be operated at frequencies allocated by local authorities,
and without exceeding the given maximum allowed output power ratings. SATEL and its
distributors are not responsible, if any products manufactured by it are used in unlawful
ways.
oThe 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.
oTo 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
IMPORTANT NOTICE ............................................................................................. 1
RESTRICTIONS ON USE ......................................................................................... 2
PRODUCT CONFORMITY........................................................................................ 3
WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................. 6
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................ 7
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 12
1SATELLINE-3AS(D) / 869 / EPIC RADIO DATA MODEMS ........................ 13
1.1 SATELLINE-3AS(d) technical specifications (330...470 MHz) ................... 13
1.2 SATELLINE-3AS(d) 869 technical specifications ....................................... 14
1.3 SATELLINE-3AS(d) Epic techn. specs (330...470 MHz).............................. 15
1.4 Basic configuration and installation........................................................ 16
2SERIAL INTERFACE.................................................................................. 18
2.1 D15 connector .......................................................................................... 19
2.2 RS-232 interface....................................................................................... 20
2.3 RS-422 interface....................................................................................... 21
2.4 RS-485 interface....................................................................................... 22
2.5 Termination of RS-422/485 lines ............................................................. 22
3RF INTERFACE ......................................................................................... 23
3.1 Transmitter............................................................................................... 23
3.2 Receiver.................................................................................................... 24
3.2.1 RSSI-signal........................................................................................................ 25
3.3 Priority RX/TX........................................................................................... 26
3.4 Error correction ........................................................................................ 26

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3.5 Error checking .......................................................................................... 27
3.6 Dual Band version ................................................................................... 27
3.7 Dual Channel function ............................................................................. 28
3.8 Free Channel Scan (FCS) function ............................................................ 29
3.9 User data whitening ................................................................................ 30
3.10 Pacific Crest and TRIMTALK compatibility................................................ 30
3.10.1 General............................................................................................................ 30
3.10.2 Configuration in Programming menu .................................................................. 30
3.10.3 Configuration by using SL commands.................................................................. 31
3.10.4 Settings............................................................................................................. 31
3.10.5 Repeater function .............................................................................................. 33
3.10.6 Support for Local / Remote addresses.................................................................. 33
3.10.7 Latency............................................................................................................. 34
3.10.7.1 Transmission delays using Option 1 (Pacific Crest 4FSK) on 25 kHz channel........ 34
3.10.7.2 Transmission delays using Option 2 (Pacific Crest GMSK) on 25 kHz channel...... 35
4USER INTERFACE..................................................................................... 36
4.1 LED-indicators .......................................................................................... 36
4.2 Programming Mode................................................................................. 36
4.2.1 Changing the settings ........................................................................................ 37
4.2.2 Restoring factory settings .................................................................................... 38
4.3 Display and push buttons (SATELLINE-3ASd and -3ASd Epic) ................ 38
5TRANSPARENT DATA TRANSMISSION ................................................... 40
5.1 Serial interface, data format ................................................................... 40
5.2 Handshake lines ...................................................................................... 41
5.2.1 CTS-line ........................................................................................................... 41
5.2.2 CD-line ............................................................................................................ 41
5.2.3 RTS-line............................................................................................................ 42
5.3 Timing and delays during data transmission ......................................... 42
5.3.1 Data buffering in the radio data modem.............................................................. 42
5.3.2 Pause length ..................................................................................................... 43
5.3.3 TX delay ........................................................................................................... 44
5.4 Tests ........................................................................................................ 44
6REPEATER MODE AND ADDRESSING ..................................................... 46
6.1 Repeater................................................................................................... 46

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6.2 Addressing ............................................................................................... 47
6.2.1 Connection between two points .......................................................................... 49
6.2.2 System of one base station and several substations ............................................... 49
6.3 Using repeaters and addresses in the same system .............................. 50
6.3.1 System with several repeaters.............................................................................. 50
6.3.2 Repeater chain using address pairs ..................................................................... 51
6.3.3 Repeater chain using dual addressing.................................................................. 52
6.3.4 Redundant repeater chain .................................................................................. 52
7MESSAGE ROUTING ............................................................................... 53
7.1 Introduction to Message Routing............................................................. 53
7.1.1 Features of Message Routing .............................................................................. 54
7.1.2 Limitations of Message Routing........................................................................... 54
7.1.3 Getting started with Message Routing .................................................................. 54
7.1.4 SaTerm and the configuration of the Message Routing .......................................... 55
7.1.5 Manual configuration of the Message Routing...................................................... 55
7.1.6 Configuration of the protocol in Message Routing ................................................ 56
7.2 Operating modes of Message Routing .................................................... 57
7.3 Detailed description of Message Routing................................................ 58
7.3.1 Source Mode Routing ........................................................................................ 58
7.3.2 Virtual Mode Routing ......................................................................................... 58
7.3.3 Overhop function in Source Mode Routing .......................................................... 58
7.3.4 Network ID ....................................................................................................... 60
8DIVERSITY RECEIVER SATELLINE-3AS(D) EPIC ........................................ 61
8.1 Multipath fading ...................................................................................... 61
8.2 Antenna installation ................................................................................ 62
9SETTINGS................................................................................................ 63
9.1 Changing parameters using a terminal device....................................... 63
9.1.1 Changing frequency (active radio channel frequency)............................................ 64
9.1.2 Changing radio settings ..................................................................................... 65
9.1.3 Changing addressing settings (primary and secondary RX- and TX-addresses).......... 67
9.1.4 Modification of handshaking functions................................................................. 72
9.1.5 Special functions ............................................................................................... 74
9.1.6 Modification of routing....................................................................................... 75
9.1.7 Activating tests .................................................................................................. 79
9.1.8 Restoring factory settings .................................................................................... 79
9.1.9 Saving modified settings into the permanent memory ............................................ 79
9.1.10 Updating software ............................................................................................. 80
9.2 Changing parameters using the LCD-display ......................................... 80

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9.2.1 Changing frequency (frequency of the active radio channel) .................................. 81
Changing radio settings (transmitter power and receiver sensitivity)....................................... 83
9.2.2 Changing addressing......................................................................................... 84
9.2.3 Changing serial port settings (Port 1 and Port 2)................................................... 85
9.2.4 Modification of handshaking functions................................................................. 86
9.2.5 Selecting special functions.................................................................................. 87
9.2.6 Activating tests .................................................................................................. 87
9.2.7 Restoring factory settings .................................................................................... 88
9.2.8 Adjusting the contrast of the LCD-display ............................................................. 88
9.2.9 Saving modified values into the internal memory .................................................. 89
9.3 Changing parameters using the SL-COMMANDS ................................... 89
9.3.1 Frequency......................................................................................................... 90
9.3.2 Addressing........................................................................................................ 91
9.3.3 Radio parameters .............................................................................................. 92
9.3.4 Other functions ................................................................................................. 93
10 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 96
10.1 Installation of a radio data modem ........................................................ 96
10.2 Connection cables .................................................................................... 97
10.2.1 RS-232 wiring ................................................................................................... 97
10.2.2 RS-422 wiring ................................................................................................... 99
10.2.3 RS-485 wiring ................................................................................................. 100
10.2.4 Fuse............................................................................................................... 101
10.2.5 Power supply................................................................................................... 101
10.3 Antenna installation .............................................................................. 102
10.3.1 Hand-held equipment ...................................................................................... 102
10.3.2 Mobile equipment ........................................................................................... 102
10.3.3 Base stations................................................................................................... 102
10.3.4 General antenna installation instructions ............................................................ 103
11 DESIGNING SYSTEMS........................................................................... 106
11.1 Factors affecting the quality and distance of the radio connection ..... 106
11.2 Radio field strength ............................................................................... 107
11.3 Remarks concerning the 869 MHz frequency band .............................. 107
12 CHECK LIST ........................................................................................... 108
13 ACCESSORIES........................................................................................ 109
13.1 RS-232 cables and adapters.................................................................. 109
13.2 RS-485/422 cables and adapters .......................................................... 109