TIL TiL-91-DE User manual

VHF/AM
MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
MODEL TiL-91-DE
7 WATT MOBILE SYSTEM NO 910200
(TMS-150)
Installation and
Operating Instructions
Til Document No.
94RE146
Rev. A
October 2001
Technisonic Industries Limited
240 Traders Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1P4 Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]
www.til.ca

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WARNING
Do not make physical contact with antenna when transmitter is on. This unit can produce up to 30 watts of
power (depending on configuration) when operated in high power mode.
CAUTION
This unit contains static sensitive devices. Wear a grounded wrist strap and/or conductive gloves when
handling printed circuit boards.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The Base Stations, Model 91-DE series and Model Til 90-6R series are 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 Blvd.
Mississauga, Amherst,NY,USA
Ontario L4Z 1W7
Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1-1
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 1-9
2 INSTALLATION INFORMATION 2-1
2.1 Introduction 2-1
2.2 Transceiver Location 2-1
2.3 Vehicle Power Supply 2-1
2.4 Power Input Cable Assembly 2-1
2.5 Antenna Assembly 2-2
2.5.1 Antenna Location 2-2
2.5.2 Antenna Installation 2-2
2.6 Mounting Bracket Installation 2-2
2.7 Transceiver Installation 2-2
2.8 Microphone Installation 2-3
2.9 Optional External Loudspeaker or Headphone 2-3
2.9.1 External Loudspeaker 2-3
2.9.2 Headset 2-3
2.10 Operational Check 2-3
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1
3.1 Introduction 3-1
3.2 Operator's Switches, Controls and Indicators 3-1
3.3 Front Panel Keypad Operation 3-5
3.4 Fixed Channel Frequency Set Up 3-12

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LIST OF TABLES
Table No. Title Page
1-1 Leading Particulars 1-9
3-1 Operator's Switches, Controls and Indicators 3-2
3-2 Channel/Function Selector Keypad 3-5
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure No. Title Page
1-1 Transceiver - General View 1-4
1-2 Transceiver with Mounting Bracket - General View 1-5
1-3 Power Input Cable Assembly - General View 1-6
1-4 Microphone Assembly - General View 1-7
1-5 Antenna Assembly - General View 1-8
3-1 Transceiver Front Panel Layout 3-2
3-2 Fixed Channel Jumper Locations 3-11

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SECTION 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
VHF/AM Mobile Transceiver System 910200 (Item No. TMS-150), 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, snowplows, and grass cutters, to allow ground control over such
vehicles while they are negotiating aircraft manouvering areas.
(2) Brief Description of System Units - VHF/AM Mobile Transceiver System 910200 consists
of the following items:
(a) Transceiver Model 91-DE, Part Number 901006-2, Series 1, is a low power VHF/AM
transceiver which operates in simplex and allows quick keypad access and LCD display
of the frequency range 117.975MHz to 138.000MHz with 25kHz channel spacing. 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
unterminated 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 transceiver.
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 963299-1is 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.

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(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 pressed, the
transceiver operates in the transmit mode. The PTT signal line is grounded by the
microphone PTT switch via the microphone lead and the MIC/PTT connector to the
transceiver. The Tx ON amber LED will go ON, indicating that the transmitter is
activated.
Transmission will occur on the channel frequency indicated on the front panel. Refer
to Section 3 for transceiver details
(2) RECEIVE MODE - When the PTT switch on the microphone is released, the
transceiver operates in the receive mode. The Tx ON amber LED will go OFF, indicating
that the transmitter is inhibited. Reception of the frequency displayed on the transceiver
will occur.

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The setting of the SQUELCH CONTROL determines the squelch threshold level.
When the SQUELCH CONTROL is rotated 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 speaker.
When the VOLUME CONTROL is adjusted in the clockwise direction, the audio level will
increase.
NOTE
When the connector of the external loudspeaker or
head phone is connected to the SPEAKER/PHONE
jack, the internal loudspeaker is disconnected and the
VOLUME CONTROL will control the audio level of the
external loudspeaker or headphone.

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Figure 1-1 91-DE Transceiver - General View

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Figure 1-2 91-DE Transceiver with Mounting Bracket

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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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1.2 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 91-DE:
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.....................................................................Keypad entry, 10 memories
Duty Cycle.......................................................... One Minute Transmit/Four Minutes Receive
TRANSMITTER CHARACTERISTICS:
Power Output....................................................................................................... 5 to 10 Watts
Output Power Stability After One Minute...................................................................... ±1 Watt
VSWR.................................................................................................................................. 4:1
Carrier Stability (-40EC to +55EC)............................................................ ±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
Adio 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 (12 dB SINAD) 1 kHz,30% modulation..................................................2 microvolts
Selectivity. 25kHz Channel Spacing:.
Bandwidth at 6dB Points:..............................................................................More than 15 kHz
Bandwidth at 60dB Points:.............................................................................Less than 40 kHz
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 90 dB
Frequency Stability (-40EC to +55EC) ................................ ................................±1000Hz max.
AGC Characteristics With RF Input Signal
5 microvolts to 1 volt .....................................................................................Audio Level:±3dB

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TABLE 1-1 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)................................................................................... 67dB
30microvolts, Input Signal................................................................................................. 45dB
300microvolts, Input Signal............................................................................................... 30dB
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......................................................................-3dB
Audio Acquisition Time ........................................................................... Within 100milliseconds
Audio Squelch Characteristic:
Squelch Type.................................................................................... Noise and Carrier Operated
Carrier Operated Squelch ....................................................... Adjustable from 2 to 15microvolts
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SERVICE CONDITIONS:
Operating Temperature Range:
Full Performance....................................................................... -40EC(-40EF) to +55EC(+131EF)
Slightly Degraded Performance................................................. -41EC(-41.8EF) to -55EC(-67EF)
Storage Temperature Range..................................................... -55EC(-67EF) to +65EC(+149EF)
Ambient Relative Humidity......................................................................................... Up to 100%

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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION
This section gives the basic installation information for units of VHF/AM Mobile Transceiver
System 910200 in a typical airport service vehicle. As there are many types of vehicles in
use, some may require "tailor made" installation information.
2.2 TRANSCEIVER LOCATION
The first consideration when planning an installation in a vehicle is the location of the
transceiver. The transceiver is normally located under the dashboard of a vehicle with the
transceiver supported under the mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 1-2. Where space
under the dashboard is limited, the transceiver could be supported above the mounting
bracket, the reverse of Figure 1-2.
Consideration should also be given to allowing sufficient space behind the transceiver for
the length of the antenna connector and the power supply connector when they are mated
to the transceiver connectors.
2.3 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY
Having determined the location of the transceiver, the point of connection to the vehicle
power supply may be chosen. The transceiver will operate from a 12 volts dc nominal power
supply with negative ground, which must be taken from a fused power source with a minimum
of 5-ampere fuse in circuit. The transceiver will tolerate an input voltage over the range 11.0
to 15.0 Vdc.
2.4 POWER INPUT CABLE ASSEMBLY
Using Power Input Cable Assembly, Part Number 863701, as shown in Figure 1-3, route the
unterminated end of the cable from the transceiver location to the point of connection to the
fused vehicle power supply. The three-metre cable may be cut to length as required. Coiling
of excess cable is NOT recommended. Strip the outer covering from the end of the cable,
prepare the individual wire ends, and fit suitable terminals. Connect the red wire to the
positive supply (fused), and connect the black wire to the negative supply ground.

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2.5 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY
Antenna Assembly, Part Number 861910-1, is supplied as a kit which includes an
installation leaflet. The antenna is shown assembled in Figure 1-5.
2.5.1 ANTENNA LOCATION
The antenna location is a very important factor in determining the performance of the system.
The antenna may be mounted on any flat surface, roof, cowl, fender or rear deck of the
vehicle, however, rooftop mounting is recommended for best performance.
2.5.2 ANTENNA INSTALLATION
Having determined the location of the antenna, route the unterminated end of the antenna
RF cable from the transceiver location. Using the antenna installation leaflet, follow the step-
by-step instructions, and install the antenna. Any excess length of antenna RF cable should
be cut-off before connection to the antenna.
2.6 MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION
Mounting Bracket, Part Number 913053-1, should be installed in the transceiver location
using Qty 4 Screws, Self-Tapping, Hex Hd with slot and shoulder No. 12 x 3/4in. included in
Mounting Hardware Kit, Part Number 869024-1. Refer to Figure 1-2 for a view of the
transceiver with mounting bracket.
Using the mounting bracket as a template; on the mounting surface, mark the centre of each
of the four slotted mounting holes, and drill a pilot hole using a No. 19 drill or equivalent
(actual pilot hole size depends on the thickness of metal of mounting surface). Locate
mounting bracket in position, and secure using the screws provided.
2.7 TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION
Locate the transceiver in its approximate position, connect the antenna connector, and power
cable connector to the appropriate connectors located at the rear of the transceiver.
Locate the transceiver into mounting bracket, and screw to bracket using two wing screws
and nylon washers included in Mounting Hardware Kit, Part Number 869024-1. Adjust angle
of transceiver as required, before tightening the two wing screws.

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2.8 MICROPHONE INSTALLATION
Refer to Figure 1-4 for a general view of the microphone and retaining bracket. Determine
a suitable and convenient location for Retaining Bracket and secure it using appropriate
hardware (not provided). Connect the connector of Microphone, Part Number 961070-1 to
the MIC/PTT connector located on the front panel of the transceiver.
2.9 OPTIONAL EXTERNAL LOUDSPEAKER OR HEADPHONE
Provision is made for connection of either an external loudspeaker or headphone to the
SPEAKER/PHONE jack of the transceiver, as shown in Figure 3-1.
2.9.1 EXTERNAL LOUDSPEAKER
When an external loudspeaker is to be installed, an 8-ohm nominal impedance loudspeaker
should be used. The loudspeaker cable should be terminated by a 1/4 in., 3-pole telephone
plug (male), with the loudspeaker connected between tip and sleeve (ground). The External
loudspeaker connector should be connected to the SPEAKER/PHONE jack located on the
front panel of the transceiver. When the external loudspeaker connector is connected to the
transceiver SPEAKER/PHONE jack, the internal loudspeaker is automatically disconnected.
2.9.2 HEADSET
When a headset is to be used, the headset impedance should be 150- to 600-ohms. The
headset cable must be terminated by a 1/4in., 3-pole telephone plug (male), which mates with
the SPEAKER/PHONE jack located on the front panel of the transceiver. When connected,
the internal loudspeaker is automatically disconnected. The headset may be connected as
detailed in (1) for receiver audio with no transmit sidetone audio,or (2) for receiver audio with
transmit sidetone audio.
(1) HEADSET WITH NO TRANSMIT SIDETONE AUDIO
When receiver audio only with no transmit sidetone audio is required, the headset should
be connected between the tip and sleeve (ground) of the telephone plug.
(2) HEADSET WITH SIDETONE AUDIO
When receiver audio with transmit sidetone is required, the headset should be connected
between the tip and sleeve (ground) with a resistor (located inside the plug) connected
between the tip and ring of the telephone plug. The function of the resistor is to reduce
the transmit sidetone audio level to a suitable listening level. The value of the resistor is
determined by the headset impedance and desired listening level. When a 600-ohm
impedance headset is used, the value of the resistor should be approximately 10 kilohms.
For headsets with lower impedance, the resistor value may be different but must not be
less than 240-ohms.

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2.10 OPERATIONAL CHECK
Perform an operational check of the transceiver, checking each channel in use in both the
transmit and receive modes of operation, using the Operating instructions given in Section
3 of this document and the appropriate specified operating procedures during transmission.

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SECTION 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.1.1 Transceiver Model TiL-91-DE P/N 901006-2
The Transceiver is a microprocessor controlled VHF/AM transceiver operating over the entire band
of 117.975 to 138.000 MHz in 25 KHz steps. The transceiver will store ten user selected frequency
channels in addition to the resident emergency channel of 121.500 MHz. Frequency Selection,
Storage, Recall, Channel Scan, Search, and Toggle modes are all selected by the 12 key keypad.
The current operating frequency is displayed on a backlit liquid crystal display (LCD).
3.1.2 Scan, Search, and Toggle Modes
1. SCAN MODE - In Scan Mode, the transceiver cycles through the preset Channel Frequencies
and locks on to the first channel received in scan sequence. Audio is enabled for 5 seconds for
operator identification. Pressing the Press-to-Talk switch exits the scan mode. If there is no
operator action then transceiver operates in the scan sequence continuously.
2. SEARCH MODE - In Search mode the transceiver cycles through the preset Channel
Frequencies and locks on to the first channel received in the scan sequence and normal
operation is resumed.
3. TOGGLE MODE - In toggle mode the transceiver alternates between the current channel
selection and the previous channel selected.
This section includes a functional description of each switch, control, indicator and connector
located on the front and rear panels of the 91-DE mobile transceiver, including the
PRESS-TO-TALK switch located on the microphone. Operating instructions for transmit/receive
and the special functions are also included.
3.1.3 Technical Summary
A summary of electrical, operational, mechanical and physical characteristics of the transceiver, is
provided in Table 3-1.
3.2 OPERATOR'S SWITCHES, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
A view of the front and rear panels of the 91-DE Transceiver is given in Figure 3-1. A functional
description of each of the operator's switches, controls and indicators, and the microphone
PRESS-TO-TALK switch, is given in Table 3-1, Operator's Switches, Controls and Indicators and in
Table 3-2, Channel/Function Selector Keypad.

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Figure 3-1 91-DE Mobile Transceiver Front and Rear Panel Layout