Synthesized T-96SR Hi-Spec Wireless Modem Part Number: 242-40X6-YZ0

Service Manual

Synthesized T-96SR Hi Spec Wireless Modem

August 2001 001-4006-101 Copyright 1999 by DATARADIO COR Ltd. The information contained in this manual is copyright 1999 of DATARADIO, Inc.

DATARADIO COR Ltd. designs and manufactures transceivers and wireless modems to serve a wide variety of data communication needs. DATARADIO COR Ltd. produces equipment for the fixed data market including SCADA systems for utilities, petrochemical, waste and fresh water management markets and RF boards for OEM applications in the Radio Frequency Data Capture market. PRODUCT WARRANTY The manufacturer's warranty statement for this product is available from DATARADIO COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Box 1733, Waseca, MN 56093-0833. Phone (507) 833-8819.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

is a trademark of DATARADIO, Inc

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1.1

GENERAL INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.2 FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.3 PART NUMBER BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.4 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 FACTORY MUTUAL NI KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 T-96SR CE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 T-96SR VHF CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 T-96SR UHF CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 T-96SR VHF DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 T-96SR UHF DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 DECLARATION OF PRODUCT QUALITY ASSURANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 1.5 PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 1.6 FACTORY TECHNICAL SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 1.7 REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 1.8 IF A PROBLEM ARISES... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 FACTORY REPAIR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 1.9 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 1.10 CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 T-96SR FIELD PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 DIAGNOSTICS AND REMOTE COMMANDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 ADDRESSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 OFFLINE DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 REMOTE COMMANDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 1.11 NETWORK CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 BASIC NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 NETWORK USING T-BASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 NETWORK USING T-BASE REPEATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 NETWORK USING T-96SR FOR ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

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2.1 2.2 2.3

OPERATION AND CONNECTION

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FRONT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LED INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DTE PORT INTERFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RS-232 INTERFACE SIGNAL LEVELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTERFACE PORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTERFACE SIGNAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHANNEL SELECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T-96SR FIELD PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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COM PORT SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 COM PORT PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY PORT SETTINGS COMMUNICATIONS MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 PORT STATISTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 SETUP MODEM/RADIO PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 MODEM OPERATING PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 DATA TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 NETWORK TYPE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 RADIO SETUP PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 SETUP RADIO/MODEM FREQUENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17 VERSION REQUEST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18 WRITING/READING T-96SR PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18 CLONE PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19 DIAGNOSTIC IDS AND ALARMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19 OFFLINE LINK TEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21 OFFLINE DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22 DIAGNOSTICS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22 ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 USER TEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29 ASCII/HEX TERMINAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31 ASCII TERMINAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31 HEX TERMINAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32 PROGRAM CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32 T-96SR HELP FILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32 OPTIMIZING YOUR SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32

GLOSSARY
DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

LIST OF TABLES
1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 T-96SR PART NUMBER BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 DIAGNOSTICS AND COMMANDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 T-96SR ADDRESSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 LED INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1 RS-232 SIGNAL LEVELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 DATA PORT CONNECTOR PINOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 SIGNAL DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 CHANNEL SELECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 COMMUNICATION MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 RS-232 INTERFACE AND NETWORK BAUD RATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12 SUPPORTED USER FORMATS AND MODEM PROGRAMMING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13

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1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-12 2-13 2-14 2-15 2-16 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-20 2-21 2-22 FM APPROVED EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 INSTALLATION MOUNTING DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 BASIC NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14 NETWORK USING T-BASE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14 NETWORK USING T-BASE REPEATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-15 NETWORK WITH MONITORING T-96SR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-15 T-96SR FRONT PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1 DE-15F CONNECTOR DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 CABLE PINOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 DE-15 TO DB-9 TERMINATED CABLE ASSEMBLY ACCESSORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 DIP SWITCH LOCATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 FIELD PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 PORT SETTINGS SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 PORT STATISTICS SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 SETUP MODEM/RADIO SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 NETWORK TYPE CONNECTED TO A T-96SR MODEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 NETWORK TYPE CONNECTED TO A T-96S/DL3276 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 RADIO SETUP PARAMETERS SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 SETUP RADIO/MODEM FREQUENCIES PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17 VERSION REQUEST SCREEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18 CLONE PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19 DIAGNOSTIC IDS AND ALARMS SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19 OFFLINE LINK TEST SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21 OFFLINE DIAGNOSTICS SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23 ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 USER TEST SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29 ASCII TERMINAL SCREEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31 T-96SR PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE HELP START SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32

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GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.1.1 GENERAL
This document provides information for selecting, installing, operating, and maintaining the DATARADIO COR Ltd. (DRL) T-96SR wireless modem.

1.2 FEATURES
The T-96SR is a transparent real-time wireless modem designed primarily for SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and telemetry use. Features of the T-96SR include:
z z z z z z z z z

Data speeds of 4800 to 19200 b/s (9600 b/s maximum in half-channels) using a standard RS-232 interface Built-in 8 channel synthesized radio transceiver for VHF, UHF, and 900 MHz Power output of 1 W to 5 W (software controlled) Half duplex or simplex operation Transmit control via RTS Online diagnostics monitoring Offline local and remote diagnostics I Compatible with DATARADIO T-Base for base station or repeater use Compatible with any DATARADIO Interoperability Standard (DI-OS) equipment including the T-96S for data rates of 4800 and 9600 b/s.

NTEROPERABILITY

1.3 T-96SR PART NUMBER BREAKDOWN

The following table shows the breakdown of the T-96SR part number. Table 1-1 T-96SR PART NUMBER BREAKDOWN

242-40W6-XYZ*
W X Y Z (UHF units)

1 4 9

VHF UHF 900 MHz

0 1 2 4 5 6 7 8

406-422 MHz 380-403 MHz 403-419 MHz 132-150 MHz (VHF), 435-451 MHz (UHF) 450-470 MHz (UHF), 928-960 MHz (900 MHz) 150-174 MHz (VHF), 464-480 MHz (UHF) 480-496 MHz 496-512 MHz

1 3

12.5 kHz 25 kHz

0 1

406-422 MHz 414-430 MHz

3 419-435 MHz

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1.4 ACCESSORIES
Table 1-2 T-96SR Accessories Accessory
Unterminated Power Cable DE-15 to DB-9 Power and Data Cable Field Programming Kit Factory Mutual NI Kit Service manual for T-96SR DIN Rail Mount

DRL Part Number

023-3276-007 697-0000-001 250-4006-001 023-1000-100 001-4006-102 (CD ROM version) Contact your sales representative

For information about sales and accessories, contact your sales representative. In the U.S. phone 1-800-9927774 or 1-507-833-8819.

1.4.1 FACTORY MUTUAL NI KIT

The T-96SR with the Factory Mutual NI Kit (DRL part number 023-1000-100) is approved as nonincendive for Class 1, Groups ABCD, Division 2, hazardous locations by Factory Mutual Research Corporation. This option includes approval for International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Class 1, Zone 2. Approved models are labeled with this rating. Only units with the Factory Mutual approved label carry the non-incendive rating. Contact your Dataradio representative for more information concerning your particular requirements. Installation, service, and repair of the FM approved units must be in accordance with the instructions found in this manual and the National Electrical Code (ANSI-NFPA70) Division 2 Hazardous (classified) Location Incendive Wiring Techniques. Mount the unit in an enclosure or assembly. Route all interconnecting cables (DC power and coaxial) through conduit as specified in the National Electrical Code document referenced above. For further guidance on installation, see ANSI/ISA-RPI2.6: Installation of Intrinsically Safe Systems for Hazardous (Classified) Locations.

User Interface Cable To Antenna System (SMA Connector) DC Power (13.3V)

Figure 1-1 FM Approved External Connections

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Figure 1-2 Installation Mounting Dimensions

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1.4.2 T-96SR CE

Important Notice/Warning on restrictive use in all EU and EFTA member states: This device is a VHF/UHF Radio data transmitter intended for indoor and outdoor use. Operation of this device is subject to end-user licence. The end user is strongly advised to contact the local frequency management authorities to obtain such an end-user licence according to local legislations and frequency allocations. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any unauthorized use of this device. Avis important/Avertissement au sujet de restrictions dutilisation applicables lintrieur dun pays membre de lUE ou de lAELE : Cet appareil est un metteur radio oprant en VHF/UHF, dusage intrieur ou extrieur, utilis pour la transmission de donnes. Lopration de cet appareil est assujettie aux termes et conditions de la licence mise lutilisateur final. Il est fortement conseill lutilisateur final de contacter les autorits locales lgalement responsables de la gestion et de lallocation des frquences radios et dobtenir auprs deux toute licence dopration requise. Le manufacturier nassume aucune responsabilit pour lusage non rglementaire de cet appareil. Avvertenza importante per l'uso limitato ai paesi della Comunita' Europea ed EFTA. Questo dispositivo e' un trasmettitore radiofonico di dati di VHF/UHF per uso interno ed esterno. Bisogna avere una licenza per ultilizzare questo dispositivo. Consigliamo fortemente a chi usera' questo trasmettitore di contattare le autorita' locali che amministrano la gestione delle frequenze per ottenere un'autorizzazione che sia conforme alle leggi locali, e, con questa ottenere l'assegnamento della frequenza. Il fornitore di questo dispositivo non e' responsabile per l'uso non autorizzato. O aviso/advertir importante no uso restritivo estados de todo o membro do EU e do EFTA: Este dispositivo um transmissor de rdio dos dados de VHF/UHF pretendido para o uso indoor e ao ar livre. A operao deste dispositivo sujeita licena do end-user. O usurio da extremidade recomendado fortemente contatar as autoridades locais da gerncia da freqncia para obter tal licena do end-user de acordo com legislaes e alocamentos locais da freqncia. O fabricante das tomadas nenhuma responsabilidade para algum uso desautorizado deste dispositivo. Advertencia/Noticia: Importante uso restrictivo en Estados miembros de toda la Unin Europea y de Aelc: Este equipo es un radio transmisor de datos en las bandas de VHF y UHF previsto para uso en interiores y exteriores. La operacin de este equipo es conforme a licencia obtenida por el usuario final. Se aconseja al usurario final que entre en contacto con las autoridades locales que aprueban el uso de frecuencias, para obtener su propia asignacin de frecuencia de acuerdo a la legislacion de cada pais. El fabricante no se hace responsable del uso de los equipos sin la aprobacin de frecuencia por las autoridades locales.
Wichtige Information/Warnung hinsichtlich Gebrauch in allen EU- und EFTA-Mitgliederstaaten: Dieses Gert ist ein VHF/UHF Daten Funkgert, da sowohl innen als auch im Freien betrieben werden kann. Die Inbetriebnahme dieses Gertes ist abhngig von einer Nutzerlizenz. Wir empfehlen dem Gertebetreiber sich mit den zustndigen Frequenz Regulierungsbehrden in Verbindung zu setzen, um die entsprechenden Lizenzen, gem gltiger Gesetzgebung, zu beantragen. Der Hersteller dieses Daten Funkgertes kann keine Haftung fr nicht ordnungsgemen (gesetzeskonformen) Betrieb des Gertes bernehmen.

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CERTIFICATE

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY OF A PRODUCT WITH THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC, ACCORDING TO THE CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 10(5) AND ANNEX IV
DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT Manufacturer : Dataradio COR Ltd. Address : 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America Product Brand name : Dataradio Product type/model : 242-4016-xxx [T-96SR VHF] Intended use : Transmission of data acquisition and control messages in the frequency range 132 174 MHz Type of equipment : High-Speed Transparant Radiomodem Transceiver

TECHNICAL CONSTRUCTION FILE Issued by : Dataradio COR Ltd. Address : 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America Signed By : M. Christensen Date File number : : October 16, 2000 242-4016.0

NMi CERTIFICATE Issued by Date Certificate number

: : :

Notified Body 0122, October 17, 2000 9310125370

NMi Certin B.V.

On behalf of

The Director of NMi Certin B.V.

Signature

Name:

P. de Beer

Based on the evidence presented in the Technical Construction File, NMi Certin BV, as appointed Notified Body (number 0122), has given a positive opinion that the product described is in conformity with the essential requirements of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

Nederlands Meetinstituut P.O. Box 15 9822 ZG Niekerk The Netherland Tel. +31 594 505005 Fax +31 594 504804 E-mail NMi@NMi.nl

Nederlands Meetinstituut B.V. (Registered at the Chamber of Commerce Delft, number 28701) Offices: Delft, Bergum, Utrecht, Dordrecht, Helmond, Eygelshoven, Niekerk, Yokohama (japan), Tinton Falls (NJ, USA). Subsidary Companies: NMi Van Swinden Laboratorium B.V. (28703) NMi Certin B.V. (33418) NMi Inspecties en kansspeltechniek B.V. (28700) NMi International B.V. (39176)

This certificate is issued under the provision that Nederlands Meetinstituut N.V. nor its subsidiary companies accept any liability. Reproduction of the complete certificate is allowed. Parts of the certificate may only be reproduced after written permission.

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CERTIFICATE

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY OF A PRODUCT WITH THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC, ACCORDING TO THE CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE REFERRED TO IN ARTICLE 10(5) AND ANNEX IV
DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT Manufacturer : Dataradio COR Ltd. Address : 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America Product Brand name : Dataradio Product type/model : 242-4046-xxx [T-96SR UHF] Intended use : Transmission of data acquisition and control messages in the frequency range 403 - 470 MHz Type of equipment : High-Speed Transparant Radiomodem Transceiver

TECHNICAL CONSTRUCTION FILE Issued by : Dataradio COR Ltd. Address : 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America Signed By : M. Christensen Date File number : : October 16, 2000 242-4046.0

NMi CERTIFICATE Issued by Date Certificate number

: : :

Notified Body 0122, October 17, 2000 9310125373

NMi Certin B.V.

On behalf of

The Director of NMi Certin B.V.

Signature

Name:

P. de Beer

Based on the evidence presented in the Technical Construction File, NMi Certin BV, as appointed Notified Body (number 0122), has given a positive opinion that the product described is in conformity with the essential requirements of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

Nederlands Meetinstituut P.O. Box 15 9822 ZG Niekerk The Netherland Tel. +31 594 505005 Fax +31 594 504804 E-mail NMi@NMi.nl

Nederlands Meetinstituut B.V. (Registered at the Chamber of Commerce Delft, number 28701) Offices: Delft, Bergum, Utrecht, Dordrecht, Helmond, Eygelshoven, Niekerk, Yokohama (japan), Tinton Falls (NJ, USA). Subsidary Companies: NMi Van Swinden Laboratorium B.V. (28703) NMi Certin B.V. (33418) NMi Inspecties en kansspeltechniek B.V. (28700) NMi International B.V. (39176)

This certificate is issued under the provision that Nederlands Meetinstituut N.V. nor its subsidiary companies accept any liability. Reproduction of the complete certificate is allowed. Parts of the certificate may only be reproduced after written permission.

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DATARADIO COR Ltd.

299 Johnson Avenue, P.O. Box 1733 Waseca, MN 56093-0833 USA Phone: 1-800-772-7774; 507-835-8819 Fax: 507-835-6648 Website: www.dataradio.com

Declaration of Conformity
We, the undersigned,
Company Address, City Country Phone number Fax number Dataradio COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America +1 507 835 63 48 +1 507 835 69 99

certify and declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment:
Product description / Intended use Transmission of data acquisition and control messages in the frequency range 132 174 MHz EU /EFTA memberstates intended for use EU : Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom EFTA: Switzerland, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway Restrictive use -noneManufacturer Dataradio COR Ltd. Brand Dataradio Types 242-4016-xxx [T-96SR VHF]

is tested to and conforms with the essential radio test suites included in following standards:
Standard EN 300 113 v1.3.1 EN 300 279 v1.2.1 EN 60950 Issue date February 2000 February 1999 (1992), incl. A1(1993), A2(1993),A3(1995), A4(1997)

and therefore complies with the essential requirements and provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the council of 9 march 1999 on Radio equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity and Annex IV (Conformity Assessment procedure referred to in article 10(4)).

The following Notified Bodies have been consulted in the Conformity Assessment procedure: Notified Body number Name and address 0122 NMi Certin B.V., POB 15, 9822 ZG Niekerk, The Netherlands
The technical documentation as required by the Conformity Assessment procedure is kept at the following address: Company Address, City Country Phone number Fax number Dataradio COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America +1 507 835 63 48 +1 507 835 69 99

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DATARADIO COR Ltd.

299 Johnson Avenue, P.O. Box 1733 Waseca, MN 56093-0833 USA Phone: 1-800-772-7774; 507-835-8819 Fax: 507-835-6648 Website: www.dataradio.com

Declaration of Conformity
We, the undersigned,
Company Address, City Country Phone number Fax number Dataradio COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America +1 507 835 63 48 +1 507 835 69 99

certify and declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment:
Product description / Intended use Transmission of data acquisition and control messages in the frequency range 403 - 470 MHz EU /EFTA memberstates intended for use EU : Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom EFTA: Switzerland, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway Restrictive use -noneManufacturer Dataradio COR Ltd. Brand Dataradio Types 242-4046-xxx [T-96SR UHF]

is tested to and conforms with the essential radio test suites included in following standards:
Standard EN 300 113 v1.3.1 EN 300 279 v1.2.1 EN 60950 Issue date February 2000 February 1999 (1992), incl. A1(1993), A2(1993),A3(1995), A4(1997)

and therefore complies with the essential requirements and provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the council of 9 march 1999 on Radio equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity and Annex IV (Conformity Assessment procedure referred to in article 10(4)).

The following Notified Bodies have been consulted in the Conformity Assessment procedure: Notified Body number Name and address 0122 NMi Certin B.V., POB 15, 9822 ZG Niekerk, The Netherlands
The technical documentation as required by the Conformity Assessment procedure is kept at the following address: Company Address, City Country Phone number Fax number Dataradio COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America +1 507 835 63 48 +1 507 835 69 99

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DATARADIO COR Ltd .

299 Johnson Ave, P.O. Box 1733 Waseca, MN 56093-0833 USA Phone: 1-800-992-7774; 507-835-8819 Fax: 507-835-6648

Website: www.dataradio.com

Declaration of Product Quality Assurance.

In accordance with the Conformity Assessment procedure referred to in article 10(3) of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 1999 on Radio equipment and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment and their mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE directive), We, the undersigned, Company Address, City Country Phone number Fax number DATARADIO COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America +1 507 835 88 19 +1 507 835 66 48

certify and declare under our sole responsibility that for the following equipment:

Description Brand / Trademark Model numbers

High-Speed Transparent Radiomodem Transceiver Series DATARADIO 242-4016-xxx [T-96SR VHF] 242-4018-xxx [Integra TR VHF] 242-4046-xxx [T-96SR UHF] 242-4048-xxx [Integra TR UHF]

manufactured by: Company Address, City Country Phone number Fax number Dataradio COR Ltd. 299 Johnson Avenue, Waseca, Minnesota United States of America +1 507 835 88 19 +1 507 835 66 48

the QA Manual on the following pages describes the philosophy, processes and procedures that are currently in place to confirm that the manufacturing process ensures compliance of the manufactured products with the technical documentation as established by DATARADIO COR Ltd. under the requirements of the R&TTE directive and with the requirements of the R&TTE directive that apply to them.

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1.5 PRODUCT WARRANTY

The warranty statement for the T-96SR is available by contacting your sales representative. DRL warranties are included in .pdf format on CD versions of DATARADIO technical manuals.

1.6 FACTORY TECHNICAL SERVICE

The Technical Service Department of DATARADIO COR Ltd. (DRL) provides customer assistance on technical problems and serves as an interface with factory repair facilities. They can be reached by mail, phone, and email at: DATARADIO COR Ltd. Technical Service Department 299 Johnson Avenue, P.O. Box 1733 Waseca, MN 56093-0833 1-800-992-7774 or 1-507-833-8819 Fax: 507-833-6748 Email address: support@dataradio-cor.com Technical Service hours: Monday through Friday 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Central Time

1.7 REPLACEMENT PARTS

This product is not field serviceable, except by the replacement of complete units. Specialized equipment and training is required to repair logic boards and radio modules.

1.8 IF A PROBLEM ARISES...

Component level repair is not recommended on the T-96SR. DRLs factory is best equipped to diagnose problems and make component level repairs. Contact Technical Service before returning equipment. A technician may suggest a solution eliminating the need to return equipment.

1.8.1 FACTORY REPAIR

Dataradio products are designed for long life and failure-free operation. If a problem arises, factory service is available. Contact the Technical Service Department before returning equipment. A service representative may suggest a solution eliminating the need to return equipment. A Return Material Authorization (RMA) is required when returning equipment to Dataradio for repair. Contact the Technical Service Department at 1-800-992-7774 or 1-507-833-8819 (extension 6707) to request an RMA number. RMAs are available through our website at www.dataradio.com/ products_tech_adv.html. Be prepared to give the equipment model and serial number, your account number (if known), and billing and shipping addresses.

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Include the RMA number, a complete description of the problem, and the name and phone number of a contact person with the returned units. This information is important. The technician may have questions that need to be answered to identify the problem and repair the equipment. The RMA number helps locate your equipment in the repair lab if there is a need to contact Dataradio concerning the equipment. Units sent in for repair will be returned to the customer re-tuned to the current Dataradio Test and Tune Procedure and will conform to all specifications noted in this section Customers are responsible for shipping charges (to Dataradio) for returned units in warranty. Units in warranty are repaired free of charge unless there is evidence of abuse or damage beyond the terms of the warranty. Dataradio covers return shipping costs for equipment repaired while under warranty. Units out of warranty are subject to repair service charges. Customers are responsible for shipping charges (to and from Dataradio) on units out of warranty. Return shipping instructions are the responsibility of the customer.

1.9 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION 1.9.1 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

The T-96SR consists of a logic printed circuit board (PCB) (which includes the modem circuitry) and a separate radio module. The two boards plug directly together and slide into the rails of an extruded aluminum case. The front panel includes the DE-15 data connector and an SMA antenna connector, as well as three LED indicators. Power connections are made through the DE-15 data connector. The unit is not hermetically sealed and should be mounted in a suitable enclosure where dust and/or a corrosive atmosphere are anticipated. There are no external switches or adjustments. Operating parameters are set using software.

1.10 CONFIGURATION 1.10.1 T-96SR FIELD PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE

Operating characteristics of the T-96SR are configured by the Field Programming Software. Offline Diagnostics and Online Diagnostics give access to Offline Diagnostics and commands (local and remote) and online diagnostics monitoring (with or without a T-Base/R). Programming software is Windows based and requires a Windows 95 or better operating system. Context sensitive help and printable help files are provided with this program. The T-96SR requires the use of the Field Programming Software for configuration, adjustment and diagnostics.

1.10.2 DIAGNOSTICS AND REMOTE COMMANDS

Diagnostics and remote commands are processed using the T-96SR Offline diagnostics utility. Diagnostics can be monitored using the T-96SR Online Diagnostics utility.

1.10.3 ADDRESSING
Each T-96SR has addressing capability which is used for diagnostics and remote commands only. The T-96SR Field Programming Software may be used to check the value of the Short ID. When setting up a network, we recommend checking each unit to make sure there is no duplication of Short ID numbers. Duplications may be resolved by changing the Short ID Number.
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Table 1-3 Diagnostics and Commands

Online Diagnostics Information is automatically sent by each unit at the beginning of every transmission. May be disabled for back compatibility with DATARADIO T-Modem 96 or Motorola RNet 9600 Information is sent by a specific unit in response to an inquiry by the master or monitoring station Commands may be sent by the master or monitoring station to any specific remote unit

Offline Diagnostics

Remote Commands

Table 1-4 T-96SR Addresses

ID Number This value (maximum 1023) is assigned at the factory but may be modified using the Field Programming Software. The ID Number is used to uniquely identify the T-96SR for remote commands and Offline Diagnostics. The ID Number may have values within the range of 1 to 4294967295 but multiples of 1024 should not be used This value (maximum 1023) is the low order 10 bits of the ID Number. It is used to identify online diagnostics only. It may not be modified directly using the Field Programming Software; it is always derived from the ID Number. All units within a network should have unique Short ID numbers to avoid ambiguity in Online Diagnostics reports.

Short ID

If ID Numbers are set within the range of 1 to 1023, the ID Number and the Short ID will always have the same value. See Table 1-4 (page 1-13).

1.10.4 ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS

Online Diagnostics (statistics) require the use of a network configuration such as that specified in the Network Using T-Base or Network Using T-96SR for Online Diagnostics sections. Online diagnostics do not interfere with normal network operation. Online diagnostics provide four types of information: z Supply voltage z Internal temperature z Forward and reverse power in watts z Received signal strength (in dBm) Each T-96SR can accumulate this information for the last 15 stations heard. The accumulated values can be displayed using the Offline Diagnostics utility or can be dynamically monitored using the Online Diagnostics utility.

1.10.5 OFFLINE DIAGNOSTICS

Offline diagnostics are statistics returned in response to a specific request to a particular station. The use of this feature requires temporary suspension of user network operation. Offline diagnostics provide
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information that is displayed via the Offline Diagnostics utility. Offline Diagnostics gather and displays five types of information: z Supply voltage z Analog supply voltage z Internal temperature z Received signal strength (in dBm) z Forward and reverse power in watts z Preamble good & total z Preamble DCD

1.10.6 REMOTE COMMANDS

Remote commands that may be sent using the Offline Diagnostics utility include:
z z z z

Begin test transmission (several types are available) Get statistics (diagnostics) Sample network statistics (monitoring online diagnostics) Get parameters (configuration) from remote unit

Remote commands are sent and responses received with the host application offline.

1.11 NETWORK CONFIGURATION 1.11.1 GENERAL

The T-96SR is designed to replace wire lines in SCADA, telemetry and control applications. The RS-232 serial port allows direct connection to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) or Remote Terminal Units (RTUs). Sections 1.11.2 through 1.11.5 describe network configurations.

1.11.2 BASIC NETWORK

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Figure 1-3 Basic Network The Basic Network configuration has the following characteristics: Master station may be half duplex or simplex Online diagnostics are not available in real time Remote / local diagnostics and accumulated Online Diagnostics and control are available by disconnecting the master PLC and substituting a PC running the T-96SR Field Programming Software utility.

z z z

1.11.3 NETWORK USING A T-BASE

Figure 1-4 Network Using a T-Base The Network Using a T-Base configuration has the following characteristics:
z z z z

Master station may be full duplex (duplexer required), half duplex, or simplex Online diagnostics are available using the Online Diagnostics utility without disrupting network activity Remote / local diagnostics and statistics / control are available using the T-96SR Offline Diagnostics utility when connected to the Tx module (not Diag Port of T-Base) The T-Base provides output of Online Diagnostic information which can be processed by the T-96SR Online Diagnostics utility or by a user-supplied network management program. Contact your sales representative for further information.

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1.11.4 NETWORK USING A T-BASE REPEATER

Figure 1-5 Network Using a T-Base Repeater The Network Using a T-Base Repeater has the following characteristics:
z z z

Master station and all remotes must be half duplex Networks described in Section 1.10.2, 1.10.3, or 1.10.5 may be used with a T-Base repeater The RTS/CTS delays for each T-96SR in the system must be extended as shown in Table 2-6, RTS/CTS Delays

1.11.5 NETWORK USING A T-96SR FOR ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS

Figure 1-6 Network With a Monitoring T-96SR The Network Using a T-96SR for Online Diagnostics configuration has the following characteristics:
z z

Master station may be half duplex or simplex Accumulated online diagnostics for a maximum of 15 stations are available at a monitoring site (monitoring site must be in range of all remotes) Online Diagnostics are available in real time at the monitoring site Remote Offline Diagnostics, statistics, and control are available from the monitoring site by temporarily disabling network activity (best if using a Master Station Antenna System)

z z

Online Diagnostics are accumulated in the monitoring T-96SR for the last 15 stations heard. This information may be viewed using the Online Diagnostics utility. For larger networks, the T-96SR can output raw diagnostic data only which may be interpreted for network management by the Dataradio Field Programming Software Online Diagnostics utility or by a user-supplied software program. Contact your sales representatives for more information.
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T-96SR General Specifications

The following general specifications are subject to change without notice.
GENERAL Frequency Channel bandwidth Operating temperature Supply voltage RX Current at 13.3 VDC TX Current at 13.3 VDC RX/TX bandwidth Nominal Dimensions Shipping Weight RF connector Interface connector RECEIVER VHF Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) Selectivity (25 kHz) Selectivity (12.5 kHz) Intermodulation Spurious rejection FM hum & noise Conducted spurious * psophometrically weighted filter TRANSMITTER VHF Power output Spurious and harmonics Frequency stability FM hum and noise Attack time Duty cycle 1 - 5 watts -57dBc (-20 dBm) max 2.5 ppm -45 dB max (25 kHz) -40 dB max (12.5 kHz) UHF 1 - 5 watts -63dBc (-26 dBm) max 1.5 ppm -45 dB max (25 kHz) -40 dB max (12.5 kHz) -40 dB max (25 kHz) -35 dB max (12.5 kHz) 900 MHz 1 - 5 watts -57 dBc (-20 dBm) max 70 dB minimum 60 dB minimum 70 dB minimum 70 dB minimum -45 dB max (25 kHz) * -40 dB max (12.5 kHz) * < -57 dBm maximum UHF < 0.35 V * 65 dB minimum 60 dB minimum 70 dB minimum 70 dB minimum -40 dB max (25 kHz)* -35 dB max (12.5 kHz)* 900 MHz VHF 132 - 174 MHz 12.5 or 25 kHz UHF 900 MHz 380 - 512 MHz 928 - 960 MHz 12.5 or 25 kHz 12.5 or 25 kHz -30C to +60C 10 - 16 VDC (applied through the interface connector) 125 mA 135 mA 1.8 A 2.3 A 16 MHz except 20 MHz (450 - 470) 2.25 (H) x 3.25 (W) x 4.75 (L) 1.20 lbs (0.55 Kg) SMA-F DE-15F high density D-subminiature 32 MHz

120 mA 1.6 A

18 MHz (132 - 150) 24 MHz (150 - 174)

< 7 ms 50% at full power, 30 seconds maximum transmit time

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MODEM OPERATION Interface Operation Data rates Modulation type RTS/CTS delay (Online diagnostics OFF) Bit error rate

EIA RS-232C Simplex/half duplex 12.5 KHz Channels 25 KHz Channels

4800, 9600 bps 4800, 9600, 19200 bps DRCMSK 30 ms

better than 1 x 10 better than 1 x 10 better than 2 x 10

5 6 5

at 1.0 V at 9600 b/s half channel at 1.0 V at 9600 and 4800 b/s full channel at 1.7 V at 19200 b/s full channel

Protocol DISPLAY and CONTROLS 3 status LEDs Internal DIP switch DIAGNOSTICS Online Offline

Transparent to the user

RX, TX, PWR Channel select, transmit test mode

Supply voltage, internal temperature, forward and reverse power, RSSI As for online, plus analog supply voltage, transmit test tones

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES 30 second timeout timer enable, bit rate, word length, parity, compatibility modes, frequency, channel, diagnostics on/off.

FCC / IC CERTIFICATIONS VHF FCC 2424016-001 (9K30F1D) (15K3F1D) IC (DOC) 2984195430A (15K0F1D) (16K0F1D) (11K0F1D) (9K30F1D) 2984195432A (9K30F1D) (11K0F1D) (15K3F1D) (16K0F1D) 2984195431A (9K30F1D) (11K0F1D) (15K3F1D) (16K0F1D)

UHF

2424046-001 (9K30F1D) (15K3F1D)

900 MHz

2424096-001 (9K30F1D) (15K3F1D)

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SECTION 2

OPERATION AND CONNECTION

2.1 INTRODUCTION 2.1.1 GENERAL
This section outlines the operation and connections of the T-96SR.

2.2 FRONT PANEL 2.2.1 INTRODUCTION

The front panel includes one SMA female antenna connector, three LED indicators (see Table 2-1), and one DE-15F interface (includes power connections).

Figure 2-1 T-96SR Front Panel

2.2.2 LED INDICATORS

Table 2-1 LED Indicators LED
Green Flashing green Red Yellow

Indicates
Power Setup mode Transmit Receive

Description
DC Power is applied Unit is in setup mode Unit is transmitting signal Unit is receiving signal

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2.3 DTE PORT INTERFACE 2.3.1 RS-232 INTERFACE SIGNAL LEVELS

Table 2-2 RS-232 Signal Levels Term
ON OFF

Alternates
asserted, spacing dropped, marking

Signal level
+3 to +15 V -3 to -15 V

DATA PORT 11

15

Figure 2-2 DE-15F Connector Diagram Table 2-3 Data Port Connector Pinout Pin
1 2 3 4 5

Name
Ground Rx Data Tx Data Test Audio B+ Power

Pin
6 7 8 9 10

Name
Ground CTS RTS DCD B+ Power

Pin
11 12 13 14 15

Name
CS 0 CS 1 CS 2 RSSI DTR_PGM

Note: Table 2-3 is for use with the 023-3276-007 (one end unterminated) if channel selection control is desired. If not, use 697-0000-001 cable.

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B+ (RED) (PINS 5-10) B- (BLK) (PINS 1-6) PIGTAIL FOR POWER DE-15 TO PN 023-3276-007

5 10 1 6 3 TXD(RED) 11 4 TEST AUDIO (ORN/BLK) 2 RXD (WHT) 15

7 CTS (BLU) 8 RTS (WHT/BLK) 9 DCD (ORN) 11 CS0 (GRN/BLK) 12 CS1 (BLU/WHT) 13 CS2 (RED/WHT) 14 RSSI (BLK/WHT) 15 DTR/PGM (BLK) SHIELD

Figure 2-3 Cable Pinout for 023-3276-007

2.3.2 INTERFACE PORT

The T-96SR signals are defined as DCE. Connection to user DTE is made via a DE-15 female connector. This connection meets the DATARADIO Interoperability Standard (DI-OS). Users can build a suitable cable by referring to the connector and cable pinout (see Figure 2-3 and Table 24). For user data, pin 15 (DTR/PGM) should not be connected. A data cable for connection to a PC type DE9 connector is available from DRL (Part No. 697-0000-001). Important Note: The T-96SR Field Programming Software, used to configure the T-96SR, includes a special setup cable. Do not use this cable to connect a user application. Using this cable for user application will result in the T-96SR switching to setup mode in which case the T-96SR will not transmit or receive user data. The green LED flashes to indicate the unit is in setup mode.

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Figure 2-4 DE-15 - DB-9 Terminated Cable Assembly Accessory

2.3.3 INTERFACE SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

Table 2-4 Signal Description
B+ Power (input) Rx Data Tx Data CTS RTS DCD DTR 10 - 16 VDC (13.3V nominal) maximum 2.5A Received Data from T-96SR to DTE Transmit Data from DTE to T-96SR Clear to Send. Asserted when the T-96SR is ready to accept Tx data Request to Send. Causes the T-96SR to transmit when asserted by the DTE. Data Carrier Detect. Asserted by the T-96SR when a data signal is being received Data Terminal Ready. Asserted by the Field Programming Software to select setup mode. Do not connect to this pin for user applications. Output signal used during adjustment and testing Output signal used during testing

Test Audio RSSI

In the table, gnd indicates that the pin should be connected to ground (pin 1 or 6)

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2.4 CHANNEL SELECTION

Channel frequencies for 8 channels are programmed using the Field Programming Software. Once programmed, the current operating channel may be selected in one of three ways (refer to Table 2-5): 1. By setting the channel on the internal DIP switch. CS0 to CS2 on the interface connector must be left disconnected. 2. By strapping connections on the Data Port Connector to ground (see Figure 2-3). There is a 10k ohm pull up resistor on each line (CS0 to CS2). The DIP switch channel settings must all be OFF. 3. By selecting the channel from the Field Programming Software, the DIP switch channel settings must be OFF and CS0 to CS2 on the interface connector must be disconnected (open). Table 2-5 Channel Selection Channel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

SW1-3 SW1-2 SW1-1 CS2

on on on on off off off off on on off off on on off off on off on off on off on off gnd gnd gnd gnd open open open open

CS1
gnd gnd open open gnd gnd open open

CS0
gnd open gnd open gnd open gnd open

SW1

Figure 2-5 DIP Switch Location

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Figure 2-6 Field Programming Software Startup Screen

2.5 T-96SR FIELD PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE 2.5.1 Introduction

The T-96SR Field Programming Software provides programming and diagnostics for the Dataradio T-96SR wireless modem. The Field Programming Software allows the user to edit and program user programmable settings, interactively tune modem and RF parameters, and monitor diagnostic data from the T-96SR. See Figure 2-6 for the T-96SR Field Programming Software startup screen. This manual assumes the Field Programming Software has been installed on the users PC with at least one operational serial COM Port available.

2.5.2 COM Port Settings

T-96SR programming is done through the PCs Primary COM Port. Primary and secondary COM ports are configured with the Field Programming Software. The programming cable (included in the Programming Kit - DRL part number 250-4006-001) is connected from the Setup Port on the T-96SR to the PCs COM port configured as the Primary Port. The Port Settings screen of the Field Programming Software is accessed via the Utilities pull-down menu (see Figure 2-7). The Port Settings screens are used to configure the PCs serial COM Ports. COM Port parameters are defined in 2.5.2.1. COM Port assignments are displayed in the bottom status bar of the T-96SR Field Programming Software screen.

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Figure 2-7 Port Settings Screens

2.5.2.1 COM Port Parameters

COM Port Selects COM Port number (COM 1-4) for Primary and Secondary COM Ports (see Figure 2-7). Baud Rate Selects the communication speed for Primary and Secondary COM Ports. Data Bits Selects the number of data bits (4-8) transmitted or received for the Primary and Secondary COM Ports. Parity Selects transmission or reception of any Parity Bits for the Primary and Secondary COM Ports. Stop Bits Selects number of Stop Bits (1 or 2) transmitted or received for the Primary and Secondary COM Ports.

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DTR Enable Used to assert DTR (Data Terminal Ready) line of the RS232 Port when the port is open for the Primary and Secondary COM Ports. Swap COM Ports Selecting the Swap Com Ports button moves the Secondary COM Port settings to the Primary COM Port (and moves the Primary COM Port to the Secondary settings). Since T-96SR programming is done through the Primary COM Port, this is useful when two units are connected to the Primary and Secondary COM Ports. A Swap COM Ports allows the second unit to be programmed without switching programming cables.

2.5.2.2 Primary and Secondary Port Settings Communications Modes

The Mode drop down menu configures the communications mode for the Primary and Secondary PC Port. See Table 2-6 for Communication Modes configurations.

Table 2-6 Communication Modes Mode

Sync/ESC with No HS Buffered with No HS Sync/Esc with RTS/CTS HS Buffered with RTS/CTS HS Sync/Esc with Flow Control HS Buffered with Flow Control HS

Description
Sends data using Sync/byte-stuffing protocol without handshaking. Sends buffered data without handshaking (this mode required for DOX operation.) Sends data using the Sync/Esc byte-stuffing protocol with RTS/CTS hardware handshaking. Sends buffered data with RTS/CTS hardware handshaking. Sends data using the Sync/Esc byte-stuffing protocol with flow control handshaking. Sends buffered data with flow control hardware handshaking.

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2.5.3 Port Statistics

Figure 2-8 Port Statistics Screen Port Statistics show current parameters of the PCs Primary and Secondary COM Ports. RTS RTS shows the current state of the RTS (request to send) line. RTS is an output from the PC. DTR DTR shows the current state of the DTR (data terminal ready) line. DTR is an output from the PC. CTS CTS shows the current state of the CTS (clear to send) line. CTS is an input to the PC. DSR DSR shows the current state of the DSR (data set ready) line. DSR is an input to the PC. DCD DCD shows the current state of the DCD (data carrier detect) line. DCD is an input to the PC. Bytes Txed Bytes Transmitted shows the number of bytes (characters) transmitted since the port was last opened or cleared.

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Bytes Rxed Bytes Received shows the number of bytes (characters) received since the port was last opened or cleared. Framing Errors Framing Errors shows the number of Framing Errors received since the port was last opened or cleared. Dribble Bytes Dribble Bytes shows the number of extra (not expected) bytes (characters) received since the port was last opened or cleared.

2.5.4 Setup Modem/Radio Parameters

Figure 2-9 Setup Modem/Radio Screen The Setup Modem/Radio Parameters screen is accessed from the Edit menu pull-down or from the Parms icon when the tool bar is visible.

2.5.4.1 Modem Operating Parameters

The Setup Modem/Radio Parameters allows the user to view and edit T-96SRs programmable parameters. Programming parameters can be stored in a data file with the .DAT file extension. Programmable parameters are used by the Read/Write Parameters screen for programming into nonvolatile memory.

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Parameter settings are modified from three screen tabs: the Modem tab, COM/Analog tab, and Radio tab. When desired parameters in each tab window have been adjusted, select the OK button to store the parameter information into local PC memory and exit the parameter screen. Clicking the Default Parms button sets certain parameters back to factory default settings. Clicking Cancel exits the parameter screen without modifying any parameters currently stored in local PC memory. Modem operating parameters include: Long ID The electronic ID Number is a unique number assigned at the factory. This number may be changed in the case of a duplication. The ID Number is used by the programmer for remote addressing and diagnostics. The range of this field is 1 to 4294967295 but multiples of 1024 should not be used. A multiple of 1024 results in a Short ID of 0. If the ID Number is within the range of 1 to 1023, the Short ID will be the same. NOTE: This ID is not the same as the printed serial number. Use the printed serial number to verify if the unit is under warranty. Short ID The Short ID is derived from the longer ID Number. It is used to identify units and minimizes the time required to transmit Online Diagnostics. The Short ID of each unit in a network must be unique if Online or Offline Diagnostics will be used. Since the Short ID is derived from the ID Number, no entry is allowed in this field. The range of the Short ID is 1 to 1023. Comment The Comment field can be used as a notepad (i.e., customer name, location, technical info...etc can be entered in this field). Comments are text up to 39 characters including spaces. Date Last Configured The Date Last Configured field shows the date the unit was last programmed. The date is taken from the operating program. No entry is allowed in this field. Total Configurations The Total Configurations field shows the number of times a unit has been programmed. No entry is allowed in this field. Online Diagnostics If enabled, diagnostics information is sent at the beginning of each transmission. Diagnostics information is invisible to user data except for the increase in RTS/CTS delay of 11ms (at 9600 b/s). The default value is Enabled (checked) All units in a network must use the same setting. Diagnostics from the last 15 stations heard are stored in each unit. These values or read using the Offline or Online Diagnostics screen.
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Transmitted information includes: z Short ID z Supply Voltage (in Volts) z Internal Temperature (in Celsius) z Forward and Reverse Power (in Watts) (T-96S and T-96SR only) z Received Signal Strength (in dBm) T-Base Option Available when connected to a T-96SR Wireless Modem, the T-Base Option makes the necessary circuit changes to allow using the modem as a special diagnostic unit in the T-Base/R. The default value is Disabled (unchecked). Repeater Mode (Extended T1 RTS-CTS) The Repeater Mode option extends transmitter turn-on time to allow use in a repeater network. The default value is Disabled (unchecked). Extended Turn-off (T2) The Extended Turn-off option extends transmitter turn-off time to enforce a quiet period at the end of each transmission. Select Enabled if data equipment does not clearly terminate each data frame and is susceptible to extraneous bits (dribble bits) at the end of data transmission. The default value is Disabled (unchecked). Output Raw Diagnostic Data Only The Output Raw Diagnostic Data Only option instructs the modem to receive diagnostic information received from other modems only. Enabling this option disables user data delivery. This function is provided to use with the Diagnostic Unit incorporated in a T-Base or T-Base/R. The default value for this option is Disabled (unchecked). Baud Rate This field selects the RS-232 Interface and Network (over the air) baud rates. Table 2-7 lists programming possibilities for this field. Table 2-7 RS-232 Interface and Network Baud Rates Configuration
Full-Channel T-96SR in T-96SR Native network type Half-Channel T-96SR in T-96SR Native network type Full-Channel T-96SR in T-96S/DL3276 network type Half-Channel T-96SR in T-96S/DL3276 network type Full-Channel T-96S Half-Channel T-96SR in T-96S/DL3276 network type 2-12 001-4006-101

Baud Rates
4800, 9600, 19200 4800, 9600 4800, 9600 4800 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 1200, 2400, 4800

Data Format The Data Format field selects the word length and number of stop bits for the data stream. The following options are available*: a. 8 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit b. 8 Data Bits, 2 Stop Bits c. 9 Data Bits, 1 Stop Bit d. 9 Data Bits, 2 Stop Bits Table 2-8 shows supported user formats and modem programming. Table 2-8 Supported User Formats and Modem Programming Data Bits
7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9

Parity
No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes

Stop Bits
1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2

Modem*
N/A a a b a b or c b or c d c d d N/A

Note: A Yes in the Parity column indicates Even/Odd or Mark/Space Parity. A No in the Parity column indicates none. N/A means the combination is not available. Note: If 9 Data Bits, 2 Stop Bits is selected, Remote Diagnostics or Commands are not supported and Online Diagnostics must be disabled for proper network data operation. Important: All units in a network must use the same Data Format setting.

2.5.4.2 Data Type

Data Type behavior is dependent on the modem connected to the user PC. z Connected to a T-96SR Modem operating in T-96SR Native network type: Enhanced Only Data Type z Connected to a T-96SR Modem operating in T-96S/DL3276 (or Crystal) network type: Enhanced or Compatible Data Type Note: Choose Compatible if the modem is to be used with RNet 9600S (crystal) or T-Modem96 (crystal) units with serial numbers below 103500. The buffer icon to the right of his option will turn to an inverting buffer when Compatible is selected. Choose Enhanced for other applications to achieve better performance. Important: All units in a network must use the same Data Format setting.

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2.5.4.3 Network Type

Interdependent with Baud Rate and Data Type, Network Type allows over-the-air compatibility and varies according to the products used in the network. Network Type is dependent on the modem connected to the user PC.

Figure 2-10 Network Type Connected to a T-96SR Modem

Figure 2-11 Network Type Connected to T-96S/DL3276

z

Connected to a T-96SR Modem, Network Types include: 1.T-96SR Native: available Baud Rate options include 4800/9600/19200 for full-channel units or 4800/ 9600 for a half-channel units. Data Type is Enhanced Only 2.T-96S/DL3276: available Baud Rate options include 4800/9600 for full-channel units or 4800 for halfchannel units. Data Type offers two options: Enhanced and Compatible. Compatible causes the buffer icon to change to an inverting buffer 3.Crystal: available Baud Rate options include 4800/9600 for full-channel units or 4800 for half-channel units. Data Type offer two options: Enhanced and Compatible. Compatible causes the buffer icon to change to an inverting buffer. Selecting this Network Type extends all RTS/CTS delays by 5 mS for compatibility with crystal units. Connected to a T-96S/DL3276 Modem, Network Types include: 1.T-96S/DL3276: available Baud Rate options include 1200/2400/4800/9600 for full-channel units or 1200/2400/4800 for half-channel units. Data Types offer two options: Enhanced and Compatible. Compatible causes the buffer icon to change to an inverting buffer 2.Crystal: available Baud Rate options include 1200/2400/4800/9600 for full-channel units or 4800 for half-channel units. Data Type offer two options: Enhanced and Compatible. Compatible causes the buffer icon to change to an inverting buffer. Selecting this Network Type extends all RTS/CTS delays by 5 mS for compatibility with crystal units.

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Figure 2-12 Radio Setup Parameters Screen

2.5.4.4 Radio Setup Parameters

The Radio tab provides the interface for programming various radio operating parameters. Radio This field designates the radio model. Range This field designates radio frequency range. Channel This field specifies whether the unit is full- or half-channel (12.5 or 25 kHz). Redirect Channel 8 The Redirect Channel 8 field allows Channel 8 to be directed to another programmed channel. The units DIP switches must be set to the Channel 8 selection for channel redirection to function.

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Tx Only Radio The Tx Only Radio option disables the radios receiver and any ability for the modem to receive data. This function is provided for use with the Tx unit incorporated into a T-Base or T-Base/R. Rx Only Radio The Rx Only Radio option disables the radios transmitter and any ability for the modem to transmit data. This function is provided for use with the Rx unit incorporated into a T-Base or T-Base/R. PTT Watchdog The PTT Watchdog allows the user to set the maximum transmit time. This is used to protect against a stuck transmitter. The time is selected by a slider bar. The range is 0 to 120 seconds with a default of 30 seconds. Warning: Transmissions longer than 30 seconds may exceed the duty cycle rating of the transmitter and lead to shortened life or transmitter failure. A factory-installed cooling fan is available for extended duty operations. For continuous-transmit applications, the PTT Watchdog feature can be disabled (unchecked). Dynamic Carrier Detect Off Threshold The Dynamic Carrier Detect Off Threshold allows the modem to automatically adjust the Carrier Detect Off Threshold based on the RSSI while receiving data. If selected, the Carrier Detect Off level will automatically adjust to approximately 15 dB below the actual signal strength. This provides rapid detection of loss-of-carrier and minimizes or eliminates bit dribble at the end of transmissions. Recommendation: Keep Dynamic Carrier Detect Off Threshold enabled (checked) unless interference or variable signal strength (i.e., fading in a moving vehicle) causes problems. Carrier Detect On Threshold Carrier Detect On Threshold indicates RSSI level when a carrier is found. This level should be more than the Carrier Detect Off Threshold. Carrier Detect Off Threshold Carrier Detect Off Threshold indicates the RSSI level when a carrier is lost. This level should be less than the Carrier Detect On.

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Figure 2-13 Setup Radio/Modem Frequencies Parameters

2.5.4.5 Setup Modem/Radio Frequencies

The Frequencies tab provides the interface to program frequency pairs and their corresponding power settings. Chan Chan displays the frequency channel pair. Rx Frequency Rx Frequency displays the receive frequency for the channel pair. Tx Frequency Tx Frequency displays the transmit frequency for the channel pair. Power Power displays the Power Output Adjust value for the channel pair. The default value is 255 (5 watts). This value should be left at the default value unless:
z z

a lower power is required to meet regulatory requirements or the users application requires an increase in the transmit duty cycle

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Default Freqs The Default Freqs button forces the Rx and Tx Frequencies to their default values, based on radio type and range.

2.5.5 VERSION REQUEST

Selecting Version Request causes the T-96SR Field Programming Software to display information about the version of the T-96SR hardware and firmware.

2.01

Figure 2-14 Version Request Screen

2.5.6 WRITING / READING T-96SR PARAMETERS

After all radio parameters are setup, select the OK button to store the information into the PCs memory. To load parameters into the T-96SR, initiate a Write Programmable Settings from the Edit menu or select the Write icon from the Tool Bar. After the programmable parameters are loaded into the T-96SR, save the parameter information using the Save Data As option in the File pull-down menu.The name and location of the file (*.dat extension) will appear on the status bar at the bottom of the screen. The Read Programmable Settings command will read parameters from the current T-96SR and store the information in local memory. The parameters can be viewed and/or edited with the Setup Modem/Radio Parameters screens. Note: Dataradio recommends a Read be done anytime an initial connection is made to the T-96SR Setup Port before accessing the Setup Modem/Radio Parameters screen. This will help avoid writing erroneous parameters to the connected unit.

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2.5.7 CLONE PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS

Figure 2-15 Clone Programmable Parameters Screen The Clone Programmable Settings writes the currently loaded settings (except the ID Number, Comment, and Number of Writes) to the EEPROM of the T-96SR. This option is used for programming the same Data File (.dat) into multiple modems.

2.5.8 DIAGNOSTIC IDS AND ALARMS

The Diagnostics IDs and Alarms screen allows the user to set up the ID List for use with the Offline Link Test and Offline and Online Diagnostics as well as the Alarms for use with Online Diagnostics.

Figure 2-16 Diagnostic IDs and Alarms Screen

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ID Entry and List ID Entry allows the entry of a Long ID to be added to the ID List. The range of this field is 1 to 4294967295 but multiples of 1024 should not be used. A multiple of 1024 results in a Short ID of 0. If the Long ID is within the range of 1 to 1023, the Short ID will be the same or the resulting Short ID will be smaller than the Long ID and will be represented by a + character in front of the ID. A Long ID is added to the ID List by an Enter or by pressing the Add ID button. ID List: Allows the user to select a Long ID from the list to delete. A Long ID is deleted from the list by pressing the Delete ID button. Short ID: Shows the converted Short ID from the selected Long ID of the ID List. Alarms and Filters Alarms and Filters are used with Online Diagnostics. When Online Diagnostics are received and a diagnostic field falls outside the Alarm limits, a <character will designate a value less than the low Alarm and a > character will designate a value greater than the High Alarm. When Online Diagnostics are received and a diagnostic field falls outside the Filter Limits, the diagnostic information is considered invalid and is not displayed. Low/High RSSI: Low/High RSSI represent the low and high limits for the RSSI diagnostics (in dBm). Low/High Temp: The Low/High Temp represents the low and high limits for the temperature diagnostics (in degrees C). Low/High Batt: Low/High Batt represents the low and high limits for the battery voltage diagnostics (in volts). Low/High Fwd Pwr: Low/High Fwd Pwr represents the low and high limits for the forward power diagnostics (in watts). Low/High Rev Pwr: Low/High Rev Pwr represents the low and high limits for the Reverse Power diagnostics (in watts). Open The Open button allows the user to restore Diagnostic IDs and Alarms from a previously saved file. Save The Save button allows the user to save the current Diagnostic IDs and Alarms to the current file. Save As The Save As button allows the user to save the current Diagnostic IDs and Alarms to a name different than the current file.
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2.5.9 OFFLINE LINK TEST

The Offline Link Test is used to test the link between two units: the local unit interfaced to the computer and a remote unit. Blocks of data are transmitted to the remote unit and the remote unit decodes and returns them. The transmitted and received blocks of data are compared and the ratio of the results are calculated. NOTE: An Offline Link Test requires suspension of user network operation. Remote Select Local ID The Local ID is the Long ID of the unit connected to the computer. The Short ID is displayed. Remote ID The Remote ID combo box allows selection of the unit (by choosing its Remote ID) from which the Link Test information is gathered. Remote IDs are set up in the Diagnostic IDs and Alarms Screen. The Short ID is displayed. An Offline Link Test returns the following statistics:

Figure 2-17 Offline Link Test Screen Blocks Txed to Remote Blocks Txed to Remote displays the number of data blocks transmitted to the remote unit. Blocks Rxed from Remote Blocks Rxed from Remote displays the number of data blocks received from the remote unit.

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Link Quality Link Quality displays the ratio of data blocks received to data blocks transmitted (in %). # of Blocks to Send # of Blocks to Send allows the user to determine the number of blocks to send before stopping (with 0 being disabled). Blocks Per Transmission Allows the selection of the number of blocks per transmission (1 to 200 blocks). Block Delay (s) Block Delay (s) allows the user to determine the delay between the transmission of data blocks in 0.25 second intervals (0.00 to 60.00 seconds). Clear Clear allows the user to clear the display (blocks transmitted, responses received, blocks received and link quality). Start Start is used to begin the test. Pause Pause is used to pause the test and allows the user to resume the test at a later time.

2.5.10 OFFLINE DIAGNOSTICS

Offline Diagnostics are returned from a local or remote unit in response to a Get Diags request (see Figure 2-18). An Offline Diagnostics request requires suspension of user network operation. Diagnostics Select Select allows the user to choose Current, Low or High Diagnostics. Current shows the value of the last requested parameters. Low or High displays the lowest or highest value of the parameters since the last Clear was performed or the last time power was removed.

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Offline Diagnostics parameters include the following:

z z z z z z z z z

Battery Voltage: supply voltage Analog Vcc: Analog Circuits Regulated 5V line Temperature: internal case temperature (in Celsius) RSSI Level: Received Signal Strength Indication (in dBm) Forward Power: Forward Power (in watts or dBm) Reverse Power: Reverse Power (in watts or dBm) Preamble Good: the number of correctly decoded transmissions received in the last 15. Used with Preamble Total, this serves as an indication of how well the unit is receiving data Preamble Total: the number of total transmissions detected, maximum is 15. Used with Preamble Good, this serves as an indication of how well the unit is receiving data Preamble DCD: this number shows a count of all received Carrier Detects

Figure 2-18 Offline Diagnostics Screen Network Statistics Offline Network Statistics are only available when the Online Diagnostics option is enabled for the network. Online Diagnostics are located on the Setup Modem/Radio Parameters screen. When enabled, diagnostic information is inserted at the beginning of each transmission from each unit in the network. While the network may remain online, the monitoring unit is in Setup mode (flashing green LED).
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Network Statistics include: Remote The Remote drop down allows the user to select (from the list Remotes) which network statistics to display. ID Truncated ID Truncated shows the user the Long and Short ID are not the same. RSSI Level The RSSI level shows the current RSSI level (in dBm) while the Local unit is receiving. Temperature Temperature shows the internal case temperature (in Celsius). Battery Voltage Battery Voltage shows the supply voltage (in Volts). Forward Power Forward Power shows Forward Power (in Watts). Rev Pwr The Rev Pwr check box allows the user to view the reverse power instead of forward power while the local unit is transmitting. RSSI Panel The RSSI panel shows the current RSSI level (in dBm) while the local unit is receiving. Modem Select Local ID The Local ID button allows the user to send commands to the local unit (the unit interfaced to the computer). The Short ID for this unit is shown. Remote ID The Remote ID button allows the user to send diagnostic commands to any specific remote unit and obtain its diagnostic information. The Remote ID is selected from the list of Remote IDs set up in the Diagnostic IDs and Alarms screen.

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Diagnostic Select / Selected Remote ID This button allows the user to gather Offline Diagnostics from the selected Remote ID only. Diagnostic Select / Remote ID List This button allows the user to gather Offline Diagnostics from all the IDs in the list of Remote IDs (including the local unit). Progress The Progress panel displays the progress of obtaining Remote Diagnostics. Channel Channel allows the user to select the programmed channel of operation. There are 8 programmed channels. Change Channel 8 Change Channel 8 allows the user to redirect Channel 8 to another programmed channel. The units DIP switches must be set to the Channel 8 selection for channel re-direction to function. Get Diags / Stats The Get Diags button allows the user to send the command for Offline Diagnostics. The command is sent to the unit connected to the computer if the Local ID button is selected. The command is sent to the selected Remote ID if the Remote ID and Selected Remote ID buttons are selected. The command is sent to the list of Remote IDs if the Remote ID and Remote ID List buttons are selected. Stop The Stop button allows the user to stop any commands for Offline Diagnostics from being sent. Clear Diags Clear Diags clears the units online network statistics. Tx Time Tx Time allows the user to select the length of time the unit will transmit a tone (in seconds) when the Tx Tone button is pressed (1 to 60 seconds). Save The Save button allows the user to save the current Offline Diagnostics to a file.

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Tx Tone The Tx Tone button instructs the unit to transmit a tone for modulation on the programmed transmit frequency for a duration of Tx Time.

2.5.11 ONLINE DIAGNOSTICS

Online Diagnostics are transmitted by each unit in a network before the users data is transmitted. All units must be programmed with the Online Diagnostics parameter found on the Setup Modem/Radio Parameters screen to receive Diagnostics from a system. The unit that the computer is interfaced with will output Online Diagnostics as they are received. Using Online Diagnostics does not require suspension of network operation. Online Diagnostics are subject to alarm conditions defined in the Diagnostic IDs and Alarms screen (see Figure 2-19). When Online Diagnostics are received and a diagnostic field falls outside the alarm limits, a < character will designate a value less than the low alarm and a > character will designate a value greater than the high alarm.

Figure 2-19 Online Diagnostics The following Online Diagnostics are gathered: Short ID The Short ID displays the Short ID of the unit transmitting the diagnostics.
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Temp Temp displays the internal case temperature (in Celsius) of the unit transmitting the diagnostics. Batt Batt displays the supply voltage (in volts) of the unit transmitting the diagnostics. Local RSSI If these are the diagnostics from a Remote Station, Local RSSI indicates the RSSI level of the Local Station obtained by the Remote Station transmitting these diagnostics. If these are the diagnostics from the Local Station, Local RSSI indicates the RSSI level of the Local Station from the last transmission of a Remote Station. FwdP FwdP displays the forward power (in watts) of the unit transmitting the diagnostics. RevP RevP displays the approximate measure of reverse (reflected) power of the unit transmitting the diagnostics. This is represented as Good if the reverse power is within acceptable limits and is represented as Bad if the reverse power is too high. Remote RSSI If these are the diagnostics from a Remote Station, Remote RSSI indicates the RSSI level of the Remote Station from the last received transmission. If these are diagnostics from the Local Station, Remote RSSI indicates the RSSI level of the Remote Station last received at the local Station. Rx Quality Rx Quality displays the receive quality (in %) of the remote unit. This is the number of correctly decoded transmissions received (in the last 15) divided by the number of total transmissions detected. Time Time is the time stamp when the diagnostics were received.

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Filter Filter allows the user to filter Short IDs. The following options are available:
Off (All IDs): no IDs are filtered out ID List: only the IDs in the Filter ID List are shown z Selected ID: only the selected ID in the Filter ID List is shown
z z

Display Display allows the user to format on screen data. The following options are available:
z z

Scroll (by time): displays the diagnostics as they are received Slotted (by ID): sorts the diagnostics by Short ID. Using this option, each Short ID will have one row of diagnostics, showing the most recent

Local ID The Local ID is the Short ID of the unit interfaced with the PC. Filter ID List Filter ID List is a listing of Remote IDs setup in the Diagnostic IDs and Alarms Screen. This list is used for selecting a filter. Progress The Progress panel shows the sorting progress of the diagnostics if a filter was changed. Pause The Pause button allows the user to pause the reception of the diagnostics for scrolling through the grid. Clear The Clear button allows the user to clear the display and current Online Diagnostics. Save The Save button allows the user to save the current Online Diagnostics to a file. A maximum of 4096 lines of data can be saved.

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2.5.12 USER TEST

Figure 2-20 User Test Screen The User Test utility is an Offline function and requires suspension of network operation. A User Tests diagnostic parameters include: Unit ID The Unit ID is the Short ID of the unit from which the diagnostics were received. RSSI Level Received Signal Strength Indication (in dBm) Battery Voltage Supply voltage (in volts) Temperature Internal temperature (in degrees Celsius) Forward Power Forward power (in watts or dBm) Reverse Power Reverse power (in watts or dBm)

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Analog Input 1 Voltage on the External Analog 1 Input from the Power / Analog Connector (in volts) Analog Input 2 Voltage on the External Analog 2 Input from the Power / Analog Connector (in volts) Preamble Good The number of correctly decoded transmissions received in the last 15. Used with Preamble Total, this serves as an indication of how well the unit is receiving data. Preamble Total The number of total transmissions detected, maximum is 15. Used with Preamble Good, this serves as an indication of how well the unit is receiving data. RSSI /Pwr This panel shows the current RSSI level (in dBm) while the local unit is receiving and the current power level (in watts or dBm) while the local unit is transmitting. Rev Pwr This check box changes forward power to reverse power on the Power Panel while the local unit is transmitting. Power in dBm This check box allows the user to view Fwd/Rev Power in dBm (instead of watts). Tx Mode This box allows the user to select different transmit modes when the unit is told to transmit.
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Tone - the unit transmits a 1200 Hz tone Mod Balance - the unit transmits a 100 square wave Random Data - the unit transmits random data No Modulation - the unit transmits with no modulation

Rx / Tx Frequency Rx / Tx Frequency shows the current transmit frequencies. F5 Pressing the F5 key will cause the unit to transmit on the programmed transmit frequency.
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F6 Pressing the F6 key will cause the unit to go to receive on the programmed receive frequency.

2.5.13 ASCII / HEX TERMINAL

Terminal Screens allow the user to select an ASCII or Hexadecimal Terminal Screen for the Primary and Secondary COM Ports (configured in the Port Settings screen - see Section 2.4.3) Data is sent according to the port configuration set up in the Port Settings screen.

Figure 2-21 ASCII Terminal Screen

2.5.13.1 ASCII Terminal

ASCII Terminal (see Figure 2-21) configurations include: Primary The Primary ASCII Terminal screen sends and receives ASCII data on the Primary COM Port (set up in the Port Settings screen). Secondary The Secondary ASCII Terminal screen sends and receives ASCII data on the Secondary COM Port (set up in the Port Settings screen).

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2.5.13.2 HEX Terminal

Hex Terminal configurations include: Primary The Primary Hex Terminal screen selects a Hexadecimal Terminal screen to send and receive Hexadecimal data on the Primary COM Port (set up in the Port Settings screen). Secondary The Secondary Hex Terminal screen selects a Hexadecimal Terminal screen to send and receive Hexadecimal data on the Secondary COM Port (set up in the Port Settings screen).

2.5.14 PROGRAM CODE

The Program Code pull-down menu allows the user to update the T-96SR firmware (*.bin) with the Program Firmware option. Select Modem Code File allows the user to select the file to program the firmware in the T-96SR.

2.6 T-96SR HELP FILES

Figure 2-22 T-96SR Programming Software Help Start Screen T-96SR Field Programming Softwares online help files are accessed by the menu bar at the top of the Field Programming window.

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2.7 OPTIMIZING YOUR SYSTEM

Detailed system engineering is beyond the scope of this manual. However, there are some simple tips that can be used to optimize performance of a radio based SCADA or telemetry system. Choose the best protocol Some SCADA devices allow a choice of more than one operating protocol. In some cases, performance can be improved by selecting a different protocol. Contact Technical Service for assistance. Check timer settings Polling protocols issue a poll and wait a certain time for a response. T-96SR adds a short amount of delay to each poll and response (typically in the order of 60 to 70 ms). Timer settings that are too short may cause erroneous indication of missed polls, in which case the application may retry or continue to cycle, ignoring the missed station. In this case, the response may collide with the next poll, further increasing errors. Setting an adequate timer margin will avoid problems and maximize performance. Avoid flow control Set the COM port baud rate to a value less than or equal to the radio network speed (4800, 9600 or 19200 b/s). In a polling system, this will prevent buffer overflow with possible missed transmissions. If the port baud rate must be set higher than the radio network speed, you may have to limit message length to prevent possible buffer overflow. T-96SR will exert a flow control signal (CTS dropped) if buffers are almost full, but not all DTE honor such signals. Use the highest suitable port baud rate (without exceeding the radio network speed) Operating an RTU at 1200 b/s on a 9600 b/s network will increase data transmission delays and reduce system performance. Evaluate the need for online diagnostics Enabling online diagnostics increases delays by 2.5 to 10 ms (depending on speed). In critical applications, this extra delay can be eliminated by disabling online diagnostics. Offline Diagnostics (diagnostics on request) remain available.

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SECTION 3 DEFINITIONS
Term
Bit Dribble

Definition
Extraneous bits delivered at the end of a data transmission. Equivalent to a squelch tail in voice systems. Data Communications Equipment This designation defines the direction (input or output) of the various RS-232C interface signals. Modems are always wired as DCE. See also DTE Data Terminal Equipment. This designation defines the direction (input or output) of the various RS-232C interface signals. Most telemetry and SCADA equipment as well as PCs are wired as DTE. See also DCE Field Programming Software. This software provides for configuration and testing of the T-96S and T-96SR.

DCE

DTE

Field Programming Software

HDX

Half Duplex - A unit which uses separate transmit and receive frequencies but which may not transmit and receive simultaneously. Programmable Logic Controller. An intelligent device that can make decisions, gather and report information, and control other devices. Industry-standard interface for low speed data transfer (EIA-RS-232E). Request to Send. An RS-232C signal used by most SCADA equipment to initiate a data transmission. Remote Terminal Unit. A SCADA device used to gather information control other devices. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. A general term referring to systems that gather data and/or perform control operations. A unit which uses the same frequency for transmit and receive. A transparent unit transmits all data without regard to special characters, etc. Enhanced version of the DRL T-96S Wireless Modem. The T-96SR is capable of 19200 b/s in full channel radio and 9600 b/s in half channel radio models. FCC refarming compliant.

PLC

RS-232 RTS

RTU

SCADA

Simplex Transparent T-96SR

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