Vega C-6124 User manual

Model C-6124
Radio Control Console
Technical Manual
098-0371J
12/10/01

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Overview
1. Introduction 1
2. Hardware Overview 2
3. Controls and Indicators 4
4. Functional Description 14
5. Programming the C-6124 system 22
6. TLM Description 46
7. PLM Description 55
8. UIM (User Interface Module) Description 62
9. Sample setup procedure 67
10. Warranty, Service, Repair, and Comments 72
11. Specifications 73
NOTE:
The C-6124 uses microphone processor firmware that is fully year 2000 compliant

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Contents in Detail
1. Introduction 1
2. Hardware Overview 2
2.1 User Interface Module (UIM) 2
2.2 Switch/Bus Module (SBM) 2
2.3 End Bus Module (EBM) 3
2.4 Tone Line Module (TLM) 3
2.5 Dial-Up Line & Phone Line Modules (PLM/DLM) 3
3. Controls and Indicators 4
3.1 Front Panel 4
3.2 Common Controls and Indicators 5
3.3 Touchscreen Examples 6
3.4 Tone Line Module (TLM) 9
3.5 Phone Line Module (PLM) 11
3.6 Dial-up line Module (DLM) 12
4. Functional Description 14
4.1 Touchscreen 14
4.2 Tone Lines (TLM) 19
4.3 Dial-up and Phone Lines (DLM/PLM) 20
4.4 Crosspatch Operation 21
5. Programming the C-6124 system 22
5.1 Programming at the System Level -Parameter Explanation 23
5.1.1 Memory Dial Name Editing 25
5.1.2 Memory Dial Number Editing 26
5.1.3 Simulcast Group Name Editing 27
5.1.4 Crosspatch Group Name Editing 28
5.1.5 Simulcast Group Assignments 29
5.1.6 Crosspatch Group Assignment 30
5.1.7 Parallel Crosspatch Notification and Mute Duration 31
5.1.8 Function Tone Parameters 32
5.1.9 RX Block 33
5.1.10 TX Block 34
5.2 Programming the Tone Line Module –Parameter Explanation 35
5.2.1 Accessing the Programming Screens 37
5.2.2 Card ID Number 38
5.2.3 Edit Line Names 38
5.2.4 Select Call Programming 39
5.2.5 LAM Flash Period Programming 40
5.2.6 Function Tone Block Programming 41
5.2.7 Crossmute Programming 42
5.3 Programming the Phone Line Module –Parameter Explanation 43
5.3.1 Accessing the Programming Screens 44
5.3.2 Card ID Number 45
6. TLM (Tone Line Module) Description 46
6.1 Introduction/Default Settings 46
6.2 Input/Output Pins 46
6.2.1 Line Jack 46
6.2.2 Recorder output 46
6.2.3 Multiple Consoles / Parallel OPERATION 46
6.3 Feature Description 47
6.3.1 Crossmute 47
6.3.1.1 Logic Crossmute 47
6.3.1.2 Tone Based Crossmute 47
6.3.2 E&M/ Local Control (PTT dry relay closure) 47
6.3.3 Four Wire Mode 48
6.3.3.1 RX Side Settings 48

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6.3.3.2 TX Side Settings 48
6.3.3.3 Transmit Monitor 48
6.3.4 Two Wire Mode 49
6.3.5 Recorder Output 49
6.3.6 Squelch Control 49
6.4 Level Adjustments 50
6.4.1 Transmit Side Adjustments 50
6.4.1.1 Microphone Audio 50
6.4.1.2 Crosspatch Transmit Audio 51
6.4.1.3 Transmit Output Drive 51
6.4.1.4 Tone Level 51
6.4.1.5 TX Notch Filter 51
6.4.1.6 DTMF Output Level 51
6.4.2 Receive Side Adjustments 51
6.4.2.1 Receive Input 51
6.4.2.2 Automatic Level Control 52
6.4.2.3 Line Activity Monitor 52
6.4.2.4 TX Monitor 52
6.4.2.5 Internal Bus Level 52
6.4.2.6 Recorder Output 52
6.4.2.7 RX Notch Filter 52
6.5 Jumper Setting Diagram and Table 53-54
7. PLM (Phone Line Module) Description 55
7.1 Introduction/Default Settings 55
7.2 Input/Output Pins 55
7.2.1 Line Jack 55
7.2.2 Recorder Output 55
7.3 Standard Operation 55
7.3.1 Phone Module (PLM) 55
7.3.2 Dial-up Module (DLM) 55
7.3.3 Recorder Output 55
7.3.4 Squelch Control 55
7.3.5 Parallel Line Off-Hook 56
7.4 Level Adjustments 56
7.4.1 Transmit Side Adjustments 56
7.4.1.1 Microphone Audio 57
7.4.1.2 Crosspatch Transmit Audio 57
7.4.1.3 Transmit Output Driver 57
7.4.1.4 TX Notch Filter 57
7.4.2 Receive Side Adjustments 57
7.4.2.1 Receive Input 58
7.4.2.2 Line Activity Monitor 58
7.4.2.3 Bus Output Level 58
7.4.2.4 Recorder Output 58
7.4.2.5 RX Notch Filter 58
7.5 Jumper Settings 59
7.6 FCC Notice 60
7.7 Industry Canada Notice 61
8. UIM (User Interface Module) Description 62
8.1 Introduction 62
8.1.1 UIM Digital 62
8.1.2 UIM Analog 62
8.2 Input, Outputs, and their Adjustments 62
Note: Unless otherwise specified, all connectors are on the UIM Analog board and accessible from the
outside of the back panel and all adjustments are on the UIM Analog board.
8.2.1 Internal DC Power 62
8.2.2 External DC Power 62
8.2.3 Footswitch 62

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8.2.4.1 Auxiliary Voice Path 62
8.2.4.2 Auxiliary Audio Path 62
8.2.5 Recorder Outputs 63
8.2.5.1 Select Recorder 63
8.2.5.2 Unselect Recorder 63
8.2.5.3 Crosspatch Recorder 63
8.2.6 Auxiliary Speaker Output 63
8.2.7 Handset/Headset connector 63
8.2.8 Desk microphone/Gooseneck connector 63
8.3 Other Adjustments 64
8.3.1 VU Meter 64
8.3.2 LCD Contrast 64
8.3.3 Unselect Mute Level 64
8.4 List of Adjustments 65
8.5 List of Jumpers 66
9. Sample Setup Procedure 67
9.1.1 Microphone Adjustments 67
9.1.2 Determining the knee of compression 67
9.1.3 Adjusting handset/headset levels 67
9.1.4 Adjusting desk microphone/gooseneck microphone levels 67
9.1.5 Setting the knee of compression 67
9.2 Alert Tone Adjustment 67
9.2.1 Alert tone frequency 67
9.2.2 Alert tone level 67
9.3 Switch Bus Module (SBM) 68
9.4 Tone Line Module (TLM) Transmit path adjustment 68
9.4.1 External settings 68
9.4.2 Internal settings 68
9.4.2.1 Tone generator output 68
9.4.2.2 Microphone relative output level 68
9.4.2.3 Crosspatch output level 68
9.4.2.4 Notch filter adjustment 68
9.4.2.5 Output driver 69
9.4.2.6 Transmit monitor 69
9.5 TLM Receive Path 69
9.5.1 4-wire or 2-wire? 69
9.5.2 External Adjustments 69
9.5.2.1 Input amplifier adjustment 69
9.5.2.2 Line activity monitor (LAM) / squelch control 69
9.5.2.3 Recorder output 69
9.5.2.4 RX automatic level control 70
9.5.3 Internal adjustments 70
9.5.3.1 RX automatic level control 70
9.5.3.2 2175 Hz notch filter 70
9.5.3.3 Bus driver 70
9.6 Switch Bus Module (SBM) 70
9.7 UIM Analog 70
9.8 Phone Line Module (PLM) 70
9.8.1 DLM Transmit path 71
9.8.2 DLM Receiver path 71
10. Warranty, Service, Repair, and Comments 72
11. Specifications 73

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1. Introduction
The model C-6124 is a unique multi-channel, multi-format, and self-contained desktop radio control console.
Choosing one of the following may configure a channel:
TLM -a dedicated two or four wire sequential-tone or E&M relay closure radio control line module.
PLM -a full duplex conventional PSTN telephone or a jumper selectable dial-up access radio control line module.
NOTES: 1-Upon Power-up, no lines are Selected or Unselected. 2-A module will not function if it has not been
preprogrammed. (Refer to the programming instructions on page 22).
A desk microphone (or gooseneck microphone) may be installed for operation along with a handset (or headset) as
indicated on the back of the UIM module. When a PTT occurs from either of the two microphones, the other will mute
so as not to pick-up unnecessary ambient noise during transmission.
When the handset is taken off hook and a line is Selected, the receive audio from that line is transferred to the
earpiece.
Any combination of line cards may be obtained by simply installing the appropriate card into the desired slot. One to
twenty-four cards may be installed, six for every additional switch panel. All pushbuttons and indicators on the
touchscreen display are under software control and may be customized to look exactly as the user specifies
(customized at factory for additional charge). This flexible approach provides the user full remote control of the
required functions of a two-way radio system while allowing for future expansion or system changes.
The C-6124 sports a backlit LCD touchscreen and a unique enclosure that allows the operator to tilt the console to
the operator's desired viewingangle. This feature allows a more flexible dispatch environment in which the console
may be installed. The dispatcher can easily operate the console while sitting or standing as well as watching the
status of the console from across the room.
TLM’s or PLM’S/DLM’S
End Bus Module
(EBM)
Back lit
Display
Swivel base allows
operatorto adjust
viewing angle

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2. Hardware Overview
The C-6124 is a multi-line, multi-mode console designed specifically for growth in system requirements. The console
is based on a modular design utilizing multi-processor architecture for maximum flexibility. The system allows for
customization through software and expandability through common hardware.
The User Interface Module (UIM) is the central processor handling the user interface, common controls, touch screen
display, Selected speaker and VU meter, as well as keeping track of the activities of the Selected line.
The Switch Bus Module (SBM) accepts up to six plug-in individual line cards via common audio and data busses. Up
to three SBM’s can be added to the C-6124.
The End Bus Module (EBM) houses the Unselect audio amp and the last six line card slots.
2.1 User Interface Module (UIM)
The UIM consists of the following eight sub-assemblies: power supply, VU meter PCB, crosspatch switch PCB, voice
delay PCB, UIM digital and analog PCB’s, LCD display and touch screen. The central processor is mounted on the
UIM digital PCB. It monitors and controls the activities of the console with respect to the console operator. The
touch screen display is constantly being monitored for activity from the operator while providing instructional
information and feedback. The UIM digital PCB monitors the data bus for line Select while providing PTT, telephone
dialing, and handset hook data to the line cards. All programming functions are accessed through the data bus from
information entered on the touch screen display when in programming mode. All audio is processed on the UIM
analog PCB, this includes TX (microphone), Select and Unselect Speaker and Crosspatch busses. TX audio is
processed and routed to the audio bus while the receive audio is routed to the appropriate speaker power amplifier or
the handset/headset earpiece. The earpiece level is internally adjusted to a comfortable listening level and is not
affected by the speaker volume control. The microphone sensitivity as well as the display contrast may also be
adjusted internally.
2.2 Switch Bus Module (SBM)
The SBM is mounted between the UIM and EBM and is interfaced to the UIM analog PCB through a ribbon cable
connecting the microphone audio, Select audio, Unselect audio, crosspatch and the data busses together. This entire
bus interface is then branched out to the connectors to which the individual line cards are installed. When a line card
is installed onto the SBM, the four switches, associated indicators and the Unselectvolume control for that line
position electrically become part of the line card and are under full control of the card's software. The Unselect
The console consists of three assemblies.
User Interface
Module (UIM) Switch/Bus
Module (SBM)
End Bus Module
(EBM)

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volume controls can be independently adjusted for a minimum level if desired. Up to six line cards can be installed on
each SBM.
2.3 End Bus Module (EBM)
The EBM is the last module of the console and houses both the Unselect speaker amplifier and the last six line card
slots.
2.4 Tone Line Module (TLM)
The TLM is a radio control card using either the standard tone control format compatible with Motorola and
Ericsson/GE or E&M relay closure. The line card may be hardware configured for either two-wire or four-wire
operation and may be factory modified to accommodate non-industry standard tone control formats if desired. The
TLM contains a tunable notch filter at the switched transmit audio input, so as not to talk-off the PTT tone when the
microphone is active. This audio is followed by a summing amplifier, where the PTT tone sequence and the DTMF
encoder are added. This combined audio is fed into the line driver amplifier, which drives a balanced interface to the
tone line at the appropriate levels. The receive audio is taken off the balanced tone line, amplified and processed,
then fed into the notch filter, and the DTMF decoder. The line activity detection circuit is branched off at the first
amplifier providing both status signals to the processor as well as a control signal for the line inactivity squelch. The
filtered audio is then switched into either the Selected or monitored audio busses. (Refer to 3.4 page 9 for
functionality).
2.5 Phone Line/Dial-up Modules (PLM/DLM)
The PLM is physically identical to the DLM. The only difference is a jumper position.
The telephone card has identical audio filtering and switching circuits as the TLM except for the interface to the
telephone line. A self-contained hybrid module houses the necessary circuitry to provide TX/RX audio isolation, off
hook enable and ring detect.
The DLM is the dial-up remote card intended to controla remote radio using Vega's Dial-up tone control format
(compatible with Vega Models C-550/RP-250 or RP-251).
The telephone interface is fully FCC and DOC approved. (Refer to 3.5 and 3.6 page 11 & 12 for functionality)

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3. Controls and Indicators
3.1 Front Panel
For a description of these controls and indicators please see the following pages.
A self-adhesive label is supplied with each SBM. You can place it above the Select switch pushbuttons. Trim to fit
and print the appropriate information on the strip of paper that slides into the clear plastic holder.
A desk microphone (or gooseneck microphone) may be installed for operation along with a handset (or headset) as
indicated on the back of the UIM module. When a PTT occurs from either of the two microphones, the other will mute
so as not to pick-up unnecessary ambient noise during transmission. Note that, in dual microphone configurations,
the desk microphone is the default microphone. The dedicated PTT button on the handset or headset must be
pressed to use the handset/headset. This is true in all cases except during telephone operation in which the
handset/headset becomes dedicated to the telephone call. In the case of a telephone call, pressing the PTT
bar/button on the handset/headset will place the phone call on hold and transmit microphone audio over the radio.
NOTE: A PLM/DLM (telephone line module/Dial up line module) requires using a telephone headset or a handset for
operation. You cannot operate them if you are only using a desk microphone or gooseneck microphone; audio feed
back would occur making conversation unintelligible. They will go off hook, but the RX audio will go nowhere.
Touch
Screen
Select
Speaker
Unselect
Speaker
Audio
Meter
Select
Volume Control
Xpatch
Switches
PTT
Switch
Individual Line card
Switches & Indicators
Unselect
Volume Controls
Label holder
goes here
L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6