Technisonic Industries Limited TiL-90-6R User manual

VHF/AM MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
Model TiL-90-6R
MOBILE SYSTEM P/N 860605
(TMS-100)
Installation and
Operating Instructions
TiL Document No. 89RE190
Rev. F
JULY 2012
Technisonic Industries Limited
240 Traders Boulevard, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1W7
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.til.ca
Copyright by Technisonic Industries Limited. All rights reserved.

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WARNING
Do not make physical contact with antenna when transmitter is on.
CAUTION ! STATIC SENSITIVE !
This unit contains static sensitive devices. Wear a grounded wrist strap and/or conductive gloves
when handling printed circuit boards.
FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
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.
WARNING: For compliance with FCC RF Exposure Requirements the mobile transmitter
antenna installation shall comply with the following two conditions:
1.The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 3 dBi.
2. The transmitter antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and kept at a separation distance of 90 cm
or more between the transmitter antenna of this device and person(s) during operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
FCC LABELING INFORMATION: When this device is permanently mounted in an enclosure where the
FCC ID label can not be seen, another label must be placed on the outside of the enclosure stating
‘contains FCC ID: IMA90-6R’.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The TMS-100 Mobile System is under warranty for one year from date of purchase. Failed units caused
by defective parts, or workmanship should be returned to:
Technisonic Industries Limited
240 Traders Boulevard
Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1W7
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE PAGE
SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.1 Purpose of the System ...................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.2 Modes of Operation ........................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 TECHNICAL SUMMARY .................................................................................................. 1-8
SECTION 2 CHANNEL FREQUENCY SELECTION AND INSTALLATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 FREQUENCY RANGE ...................................................................................................... 2-1
2.3 PREPARATION ................................................................................................................. 2-1
2.4 PRE-PROGRAMMING OF CHANNEL FREQUENCY ...................................................... 2-2
2.4.1 Frequency Selection MHz ................................................................................................. 2-2
2.4.2 Frequency Selection kHz .................................................................................................. 2-2
2.4.3 Installation of Diodes ......................................................................................................... 2-2
2.5 INSTALLATION OF MODULE A5 ..................................................................................... 2-5
2.6 OPERATIONAL CHECK ................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7 INSTALLATION - INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. 2-5
2.8 TRANSCEIVER LOCATION ............................................................................................. 2-5
2.9 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................. 2-5
2.10 POWER INPUT CABLE ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... 2-7
2.11 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................................... 2-7
2.12.1 Antenna Location .............................................................................................................. 2-7
2.12.2 Antenna Installation ........................................................................................................... 2-7
2.13 MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 2-7
2.14 TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION ...................................................................................... 2-7
2.15 MICROPHONE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 2-8
2.16.1 External Loudspeaker ....................................................................................................... 2-8
2.16.2 Headset ............................................................................................................................. 2-8
2.17 OPERATIONAL CHECK.................................................................................................... 2-8
SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 OPERATOR'S SWITCHES, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ......................................... 3-1
3.3 PREPARATION FOR USE ............................................................................................... 3-4
3.4 OPERATION IN THE TRANSMIT MODE ......................................................................... 3-4
3.5 OPERATION IN THE RECEIVE MODE ........................................................................... 3-5
3.6 SWITCHING OFF ............................................................................................................. 3-5
WARRANTY ..........................................................................................................................................
Appendix A......TDP-90 Programming Software User’s Guide (for USB …) ........................................ A-1

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LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE TITLE PAGE
1.1 Transceiver - General View ...................................................................................................... 1-3
1.2 Transceiver with Mounting Bracket - General View ................................................................. 1-4
1.3 Power Input Cable Assembly - General View .......................................................................... 1-5
1.4 Microphone Assembly - General View ..................................................................................... 1-6
1.5 Antenna Assembly - General View............................................................................................ 1-7
2.1 Frequency Set-Memory Module A5 - Component Layout ........................................................ 2-6
3.1 Transceiver Front Panel Layout ............................................................................................... 3-1
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE TITLE PAGE
1.1 Leading Particulars ................................................................................................................... 1-8
2.1 Frequency Selection MHz ........................................................................................................ 2-3
2.2 Frequency Selection KHz ......................................................................................................... 2-4
3.1 Operator's Switches, Controls and Indicators........................................................................... 3-2

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SECTION 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
VHF/AM Mobile Transceiver System 860605 (TMS-100), manufactured by Technisonic Industries
Limited, is a low power VHF/AM Transceiver, complete with Mounting Bracket, Power Input
Cable, Microphone and Antenna.
1.1.1 Purpose of the System
(1) Intended Purpose and Use - The system is intended for installation in airport service
vehicles, such as cars, snowploughs, and grass cutters, to allow ground control over
such vehicles while they are negotiating aircraft manoeuvring areas.
(2) Brief Description of System Units - VHF/AM Mobile Transceiver System 860605 (TMS-
100) consists of the following items:
(a) Transceiver Model 90-6R, Part Number 861605-2, Series 1, is a low power VHF/AM
transceiver which operates in simplex on six pre-programmable frequency
synthesized channels, with 25 kHz channel spacing in the frequency range of
117.975 MHz to 138.000 MHz. The transceiver operates from a 12 volts dc nominal
vehicle power supply (negative ground only). An optional extra cost dc to dc
convertor P/N 863118-1 can be installed in the transceiver to allow operation from an
input supply from 10.8 to 30.0 VDC. A general view of the transceiver is given in
Figure 1.1. The transceiver is normally located under the dashboard of a vehicle
using a mounting bracket and mounting hardware.
(b) Mounting Bracket, Part Number 913053-1, is a U-shaped aluminum alloy bracket
which, together with items of hardware included in Mounting Hardware Kit P/N
869024-1, is used to mount the transceiver under the dashboard of a vehicle.
A view of the transceiver with mounting bracket is given in Figure 1.2.
(c) Power Input Cable Assembly, Part Number 863701, is a three-metre length of two-
core cable terminated at one end by a two-pin, female contacts, connector, which
mates with the two-pin, male contacts, connector located at the left-rear of the
transceiver. The un-terminated end of the cable is connected to the 12Vdc vehicle
power supply negative-ground during installation.
A view of the cable assembly is given in Figure 1.3.
(d) Microphone Assembly, Part Number 961070-1, consists of a Microphone and a
mounting bracket, P/N RK6MB.
A general view of the microphone assembly is given in Figure 1.4.
The microphone is a rugged hand-held microphone housed in a high impact plastic
case which includes a rear case hang-up button for storage on the mounting bracket.
The dynamic microphone is a noise cancelling type with a pre-amplifier, press-to-talk
switch, and a retractable three-cord cable terminated by a three-pin male contacts,
connector which mates with the MIC/PTT connector located on the front panel of the
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The microphone dc supply for the microphone is supplied by the transceiver. The
mounting bracket, provided with the microphone, should be mounted in a convenient
location near the transceiver. A small screwdriver which can be used for releasing the
modular plug located in the microphone head is supplied with the microphone.
A replacement plug-in microphone cord, P/N 963299-1 is available for this
microphone. This cord is supplied with a modular microphone plug on one end and a
three-pin DIN connector on the other to mate with the Model 90-6R Transceiver.
(e) Antenna Assembly, Part Number 861910-1, is supplied complete as a kit which
includes the following items: Antenna Base, which includes a mounting pad, together
with a pad, braid nut, sleeve and clamp for termination of the antenna RF cable. The
Antenna Rod is supplied with an Allen Wrench for adjustment of its set screws. The
Antenna RF Cable is a ten-metre length RG58/U coaxial cable terminated at one end
by an UHF, male contact, connector which mates with the UHF, female contact,
antenna connector located at the right-rear of the transceiver. The antenna may be
mounted on any flat surface, roof, cowl, fender or rear deck of a vehicle, however,
rooftop mounting is recommended for best performance. A general view of the
antenna assembly is given in Figure 1.5.
1.1.2 Modes of Operation
The transceiver may be operated in either of two modes; transmit or receive, as selected by the
Press-to-Talk (PTT) switch on the microphone:
(1) Transmit Mode - When the PTT switch on the microphone is depressed, the transceiver
will operate in the transmit mode. The PTT signal line is grounded by the microphone
switch via the microphone lead and the MIC/PTT connector to the transceiver. The Tx
ON yellow LED will go ON, indicating that the transmitter is activated.
Transmission will occur on one of the six preset channel frequencies, determined by the setting of
the CHANNEL SWITCH. The appropriate CHANNEL INDICATOR green LED 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6,
will be ON, indicating the channel selected.
(2) Receive Mode - When the PTT switch on the microphone is released, the transceiver will
operate in the receive mode. The Tx ON yellow LED will go OFF, indicating that the
transmitter is de-activated. Reception on one of the six preset channel frequencies, as
selected by the CHANNEL SWITCH will occur.
The appropriate CHANNEL INDICATOR green LED 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6, will be ON, indicating the
channel selected. The setting of the SQUELCH CONTROL determines the squelch threshold
level. When the SQUELCH CONTROL is adjusted in the counter- clockwise direction, the
SQUELCH INDICATOR green LED will go ON, indicating that the squelch circuit is connecting
the demodulated audio to the VOLUME CONTROL. The setting of the VOLUME CONTROL
determines the audio level produced from the internal loudspeaker. When the VOLUME
CONTROL is adjusted in the clockwise direction, the audio level will increase.
NOTE:
In certain installations, either an external loudspeaker or headphone may be fitted and
connected to the SPEAKER/PHONE jack of the transceiver.
When the connector of the external loudspeaker or headphone is connected to the transceiver
SPEAKER/PHONE jack, the internal loudspeaker is disconnected and the VOLUME CONTROL
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Figure 1.1 Transceiver - General View

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Figure 1.2 Transceiver with Mounting Bracket - General View

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Figure 1.3 Power Input Cable Assembly - General View

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Figure 1.4 Microphone Assembly - General View

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Figure 1.5 Antenna Assembly - General View

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1.4 TECHNICAL SUMMARY
A summary of the relevant electrical, operational, mechanical and physical characteristics of the
transceiver are given in Table 1.1, Leading Particulars.
TABLE 1.1 LEADING PARTICULARS
TRANSCEIVER MODEL 90-6R:
Power Source Requirements:
DC Voltage (Negative Ground) ....................................................................... 13.75Vdc Nominal
Input Current::
Transmit Mode ...................................................................................................... 5.0A maximum
Receive Mode ....................................................................................................... 1.5A maximum
Frequency Range ........................................................................... 117.975MHz to 138.000MHz
Channel Spacing:
Narrowband (Normal).......................................................................................................... 25kHz
Frequency Selection..................................................................................... Six Preset Channels
Duty Cycle............................................................... One Minute Transmit/Four Minutes Receive
TRANSMITTER CHARACTERISTICS:
Power Output (FCC) .....................................................…………………..……...... 10 Watts MAX
Power Output (ICAN) ......................................................……………..…………...... 8 Watts MAX
Output Power Stability After One Minute ......................................................................... ±1 Watt
VSWR ..................................................................................................................................... 4:1
Carrier Stability (-40°C to +55°C) ................................................................. ±1,000Hz maximum
Incidental FM and PM Due to Modulation ............................................................... ±100Hz max.
Rise Time to 90% of Rated Power ............................................................. 100milliseconds max.
Audio Input .................................................................................................. 50millivolts to 2Vrms
Speech Processor Dynamic Range ..................................................................... 35dB minimum
Modulation Capability .................................................................................................. Up to 95%
Audio Distortion (with 90% modulation) ............................................................... 10% maximum
Audio Frequency Response .............................................................. 300Hz to 2,500Hz, +1-3dB
Spurious Emissions ........................................................................................ 60dB below carrier
Hum and Noise Level .................................................................... 45dB below modulated carrier
RECEIVER CHARACTERISTICS:
RF Input Circuit: ....................................................... 50-ohms unbalanced, VSWR 2:1 maximum
Sensitivity (12dB SINAD) 1kHz, 30% modulation ..................................................... 2 microvolts
Selectivity, 25kHz Channel Spacing:
Bandwidth at 6dB Points ................................................................................... More than 15kHz
Bandwidth at 60dB Points .................................................................................. Less than 40kHz
Adjacent Channel Selectivity ................................................................................... At least 80dB
Pass Band Symmetry ........................................................................................... 15% maximum
IF Band Pass Ripple Between -6dB Points ........................................................... 2dB maximum
Spurious Response Attenuation .............................................................................. At least 90dB
Frequency Stability (-40°C to +55°C) .................................................................. ±1,000Hz max.
AGC Characteristics With RF Input Signal .................................................. 5 microvolts to 1 volt
Audio Level:.......................................................................................................................... ±3dB

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TABLE 1.1 TRM-400 Series Transceivers - LEADING PARTICULARS (Continued)
RECEIVER CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
Intermodulation: Levels of Interference Signals
Are Shown To Produce Resulting SINAD of Not Less Than 6dB:
Ultimate Sensitivity (12dB) SINAD) ..................................................................................... 67 dB
30microvolts, Input Signal ................................................................................................... 45 dB
300microvolts, Input Signal ................................................................................................. 30 dB
Unwanted Radiation.......................................................... Less Than 80microvolts into 50-ohms
Hum and Noise With 1mV RF Signal, 30% modulation at 1kHz:
Ratio of Rx Audio Output to Residual Output with 0% modulation ......................... At least 40dB
Interference Suppression ........................................................................... SINAD 6dB minimum
Audio Output Power and Distortion:
Loudspeaker Output ............................................................................................ At least 3 Watts
Speaker Phone Output ............................................................................. 100mW into 600-ohms
Distortion with RF Input, 1mV, 30% modulation ..................................................... Less than 5%
Distortion with RF Input, 1mV, 90% modulation ................................................... Less than 10%
Audio Output Limiting ..................................................... Less than 1dB, 30 to 100% modulation
Audio Frequency Response 300Hz to 2,500Hz ................................................................ +1-3dB
Audio Acquisition Time ............................................................................ Within 100milliseconds
Audio Squelch Characteristic:
Squelch Type ..................................................................................................... Carrier Operated
Carrier Operated Squelch ........................................................ Adjustable from 2 to 15microvolts
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SERVICE CONDITIONS:
Operating Temperature Range:
Full Performance ......................................................................... -40°C(-40°F) to +55°C(+131°F)
Slightly Degraded Performance ................................................... -41°C(-41.8°F) to -55°C(-67°F)
Storage Temperature Range ...................................................... -55°C(-67°F) to +65°C(+149°F)
Ambient Relative Humidity ......................................................................................... Up to 100%

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SECTION 2 – CHANNEL FREQUENCY SELECTION AND INSTALLATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Transceiver Model 90-6R, Part Number 861605-2 as shipped from the plant, has Channel 1
operating frequency preprogrammed at 121.9000 MHz. Other channels are not preprogrammed.
Before programming any other frequencies, perform an operational check, on Channel 1 at
121.9000 MHz, as outlined in paragraph 2.6. If there is any operational deficiency or equipment
malfunction, the transceiver is to be returned to the manufacturer Technisonic Industries Limited,
under warranty. Before installation in a vehicle, it is necessary to pre-program the operating
frequency for each channel to be used at the particular airport.
Early radios have their frequencies programmed by a diode matrix as
described in Section 2.4. For radio units shipped after July 2012 and equipped
with a USB port, please refer to Appendix A (TiL TDP-90 Programming
Software User’s Guide for USB Programmable AM Series Transceivers) -
Document 11RE439.
2.2 FREQUENCY RANGE
The transceiver may be programmed for up to six frequencies over the frequency range 117.9750
MHz to 138.000 MHz with 25 kHz channel spacing.
2.3 PREPARATION
Frequency Set-Memory Module A5 must be removed from the transceiver to allow frequency
preprogramming as follows:
(1) Place the transceiver on a bench with the top cover of the transceiver located on the
bench and the bottom cover exposed.
(2) Remove and retain twelve Philips Pan Hd Screws 4-40 X 1/4in. lg and No.4 Lockwashers
securing the bottom cover to the main chassis of the transceiver.
(3) Remove and retain the bottom cover.
NOTE:
A folded ribbon cable is laid across the Frequency Set Memory
Module A5. Carefully move this cable to one side while handling
the Frequency Set-Memory Module A5.
(4) Remove and retain four Philips Pan Hd Screws 4-40 X 1/4in. lg and No.4 Lock washers
securing the Frequency Set-Memory Module A5.
(5) Gently pull, with a rocking action, the Frequency Set-Memory Module A5 in an upwards
direction until its male pin connector A5J1 is disengaged from its mating connector A2J2
on Audio Synthesizer Module A2.
Remove Module A5 from the transceiver.

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2.4 PREPROGRAMMING OF CHANNEL FREQUENCIES
Determine the number of channels to be used and the specific frequency of each channel for the
particular transceiver being worked on. Prepare a list of channel number and frequencies to be
preprogrammed, then proceed as follows:
2.4.1 Frequency Selection MHz
Having ascertained the desired operating frequency for a particular channel, refer to Table 2.1
Frequency Selection MHz.
Using the OPERATING FREQUENCY (MHz) column, find the desired frequency in MHz. Cross-
refer to the DIODE LOCATION column, and record the locations in which diodes are to be
installed, as indicated by a "1" entry.
2.4.2 Frequency Selection kHz
When the desired operating frequency includes kHz, refer to Table 2.2, Frequency Selection kHz.
Using the OPERATING FREQUENCY kHz column, find the portion of the desired frequency in
kHz. Cross-refer to the DIODE LOCATION column, and record the locations in which diodes are
to be installed, as indicated by a "1" entry.
NOTE:
Channel 1 operating frequency is already preprogrammed for
121.9000 MHz. It will be necessary to remove existing diodes if
changing Channel 1 from 121.9000 MHz.
2.4.3 Installation of Diodes
Using the required number of diodes as determined during FREQUENCY SELECTION MHz and
FREQUENCY SELECTION kHz, install each diode in its applicable location CR1 through CR72
for each channel to be used.
Ensure that each diode is installed using correct polarity, as shown in Figure 2-1, using Multicore
Solder SN63, 1mm, or equivalent, and appropriate soldering iron. Trim leads on underside of
printed wiring board and remove solder flux residue.