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TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual, 2001 61280004L2-1CTRACER® 2 x E1User’s Manual

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CTable of Contentsviii

INTRODUCTIONThe Dual E1 version of TRACER provides two, individual E1 transports via a 2.4 GHz or 5.8 GHz,direct sequence, spread spectrum microwave l

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description2Direct SequenceA direct sequence transmitter spreads the signal by mixing the da

TRACER 2 X E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description3E1 InterfacesThe E1 interfaces conform to the ITU G.703 and G.704 electrical and

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description4A block diagram of the BBP is shown in Figure 1-5.VT100 RS-232 InterfaceAn RS-23

TRACER 2 X E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description5• Loss of signal• Code violation• CRC error• Framing error• Remote alarm•

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description6As a rule, a green LED indicates a normal situation, a red LED indicates an erro

TRACER 2 X E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description7The LEDs that indicate error conditions in the spread spectrum data pump and RFC

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description8Built-In TestsThe TRACER has several features to aid in site setup and later deb

TRACER 2 X E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description9Three SMA connectors, located on the RFC module, provide RF and IF connection po

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TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 1 TRACER Description10Figure 1-11. Mastmount RFC HousingUp Angle ViewEye Level ViewWARNINGMounting C

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation11UNPACK, INSPECTCarefully inspect the TRACER for any shipping damages. If damage is s

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation12GroundingThe following grounding instructions are derived from the Underwriters’ Labo

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation13E1 InterfacesThe E1 interface conforms to the ITU G.703 and G.704 electrical and sign

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation14Three loopback functions are provided for diagnostic capability of each E1 interface.

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation15Antenna Feedline LossFeedline loss is a function of feedline type and length. Feedli

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation16Path LossThe free space path loss is given byLoss(dB) = 96.6 + 20 log10 f + 20log10D

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation17The nominal received signal level is -60 dBm. For help in link planning, use the pat

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation18SETTING THE RFC FREQUENCY PLAN ON NON 1 WATT 2.4 GHZ MODELSThe frequency plan designa

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation199. Reattach the cable assemblies from the ports labelled “Tx” and “Rx” on the RFC and

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an intentional radiator, pursuantto Part 15, Subpart C of the FCC Rules. This

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation20SETTING THE RFC FREQUENCY PLAN ON 5.8 GHZ MODELSThe 5.8 GHz RFC operates on Plan A, T

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation21CONNECTING THE BBP AND THE RFCThe BBP and the RFC are connected by an IF cable, eithe

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation22CO-LOCATING MULTIPLE SYSTEMSWhen multiple transmitters are to be co-located (installe

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 2 Installation23REMOTE BERTThe TRACER includes a Bit Error Rate Tester (BERT) to verify that the inst

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VT100 USER INTERFACEThe TRACER may be accessed with a VT100 compatible terminal set to 9600 bits per second, 8 databits, and no parity, connected to

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 3 Operation26MAIN MENU SELECTIONSSystem Status ScreenThe screen in Figure 3-1 displays the status of

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 3 Operation27Main Menu ScreenPressing “M” on any screen will take the user to the Main Menu (see Figu

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 3 Operation28E1 Status / Configuration / LoopbackThe status of the two E1 interfaces is displayed on

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 3 Operation29Link Performance HistoryThe screen in Figure 3-6 presents detailed error statistics for

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CRadio Frequency Interference Statementii• The installed antenna must not be located in a manner that allows ex

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 3 Operation30E1A Statistics PageThe screen in Figure 3-7 presents detailed error statistics for E1A.

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting31GENERALIf you experience a problem with the TRACER system, check to ensure that al

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting32Recommended Actions:1. Check the RX power using the VT100 user interface or RSSI v

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting33“LBK-A” or “LBK-B” is LitThis indicator will activate when a software or front pan

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting34ALM is LitWhen the ALM light is on (solid), it indicates reception of an UA1 sign

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting35“Test” Light is Lit or BlinkingThe test alarm will remain on (solid) during power-

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting36I M P O R T A N TIf problems persist after you have followed the Recommended Actio

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting37I M P O R T A N TIf problems persist after you have followed the Recommended Actio

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting38OOF AlarmThe OOF alarm is indicated on the E1A or E1B Status/Configuration/Loopbac

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting39Recommended Actions:1. Check the far-end equipment for alarms or a LOS condition.2

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CTable of ContentsiiiPageSection 1. Tracer DescriptionIntroduction ...

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting40Code Sync StatusThe Code Sync Status will indicate NO on the TRACER System Status

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting41Carrier Sync Status or E1 Mux Sync StatusThe Carrier Sync status will indicate NO

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting42RFC Link Up StatusThe RF Link Up Status will indicate NO on the TRACER System Stat

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 4 Troubleshooting43SES Values in E1A or E1B Performance History MenuThis value indicates the number o

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This section lists the specifications for the TRACER system.TransmitterOutput Power100 mW Transmitter ... +20 dBm, maximum1 W Trans

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 5 Specifications46Test Points ... RSSI, QPSK ConstellationVT

WARRANTYADTRAN will replace or repair this product within five years from the date of shipment if it does notmeet its published specifications or fail

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CSection 6 Warranty, Ordering and Return Information48

ACRONYMS USED IN THIS MANUALAMI ... Alternate Mark InversionBER ...

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CTable of ContentsivE1 Interfaces ...

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CGlossary50

The cable connections required for various configurations are detailed below.Terminal Connection (DB-25)Tracer (DCE) Terminal (DTE)Number Name Number

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CAppendix A Cable ConnectionsA-2

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CTable of ContentsvMain Menu Screen...

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CTable of ContentsviCarrier Sync Status or E1 Mux Sync Status ....

TRACER 2 x E1 User’s Manual61280004L2-1CTable of ContentsviiIllustrationsFigure 1-1. Typical Application............