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Operating Manual

Radiocommunications Systems
Division

R&S XU 4200
VHF Transceiver
6130.2000.02

Valid for Software Version R2-VHF


(Software R&S DS 4200: 6133.8697.03)

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User Information

Purpose of the Manual


This Manual provides all information the operators and service staff need to maintain level 1
of repairs.
lt contains all necessary information and instructions concerning the installation, putting into
operation and control of the unit, plus troubleshooting instructions down to unit level. In case
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OVERVIEW
1

User Information
General Features, Explanation of Models, Required Power Supply, Design,
Functioning, General Data, Accessories

Preparation for Use


Safety Precautions, Unpacking and Checking, Installation into a 19" Rack, Basis
Cabling, Switching On/Off, Mechanical Interface Description, Function Test

Operation
Control Elements, Introduction, Configuring with R&S ZS 4200, Local Control
(Local Mode), Remote Control (Remote Mode)

Malfunction
Visual Inspection, Troubleshooting

Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance,

Technical Information
Specifications, Interface Description, List of Remote Control Commands

Index

Appendix
General Data, Specifications, Accessories, Mechanical Interface Description

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Table of Contents
Certificate of Quality
List of Rohde & Schwarz Offices
Safety Instructions
Note for National Permit
EC Certificate of Conformity
Support Center Address
Beryllium Oxide Notes
Evaluation of Manuals
User Information
Overview

User Information ..................................................................................1.1

1.1

General Features.......................................................................................................... 1.1

1.2

Explanation of Models................................................................................................. 1.1

1.3

Required Personnel ..................................................................................................... 1.1

1.4

Required Power Supply............................................................................................... 1.2

1.5

Design ........................................................................................................................... 1.3

1.6
1.6.1
1.6.2

Functioning................................................................................................................... 1.4
Block Diagram................................................................................................................ 1.4
Functions Description .................................................................................................... 1.5

1.7

General Data................................................................................................................. 1.7

1.8

Accessories.................................................................................................................. 1.7

Preparation for Use .............................................................................2.1

2.1

Safety Precautions....................................................................................................... 2.1

2.2

Unpacking and Checking ............................................................................................ 2.2

2.3
2.3.1
2.3.2

Installation into a 19" Rack ......................................................................................... 2.3


Installation of two Radios ............................................................................................... 2.3
Installation with Blank Panel .......................................................................................... 2.4

2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2

Basis Cabling ............................................................................................................... 2.5


Rear Cabling .................................................................................................................. 2.5
Front Cabling ................................................................................................................. 2.8

2.5

Switching On/Off.......................................................................................................... 2.9

2.6

Mechanical Interface Description............................................................................... 2.9

2.7

Function Test .............................................................................................................2.10

Operation..............................................................................................3.1

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3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2

Control Elements and Interfaces ................................................................................3.2


Front View ......................................................................................................................3.2
Rear View .......................................................................................................................3.3

3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.2.1
3.2.2.2
3.2.2.3
3.2.2.4

Introduction...................................................................................................................3.4
Control Interfaces ...........................................................................................................3.4
Modes of Control ............................................................................................................3.5
Non-Controlled Mode .....................................................................................................3.5
Remote Mode .................................................................................................................3.5
Local Mode .....................................................................................................................3.6
Service Mode .................................................................................................................3.7

3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200 ...................................................................................3.8


Factory Default Settings .................................................................................................3.8
Meaning of Parameters ............................................................................................... 3.11
CBIT Type Configuration............................................................................................. 3.16

3.4
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.2.1
3.4.2.2
3.4.2.3
3.4.2.4
3.4.2.5
3.4.2.6
3.4.2.7
3.4.3
3.4.3.1
3.4.3.2
3.4.3.3
3.4.3.4
3.4.4
3.4.5
3.4.6
3.4.6.1
3.4.6.2
3.4.6.3
3.4.6.4
3.4.7
3.4.7.1
3.4.7.2
3.4.7.3
3.4.7.4
3.4.7.4.1
3.4.7.4.2
3.4.7.4.3
3.4.7.4.4
3.4.7.5

Local Control (Local Mode) ...................................................................................... 3.17


Overview of Operation................................................................................................. 3.18
Making Entries from the Keypad ................................................................................. 3.19
Numeric Keys .............................................................................................................. 3.19
Cursor Keys................................................................................................................. 3.19
MENU Key................................................................................................................... 3.20
ENTER Key ................................................................................................................. 3.20
ESC Key ...................................................................................................................... 3.20
SQ Key ........................................................................................................................ 3.20
LOC Key ...................................................................................................................... 3.21
Screen Display ............................................................................................................ 3.22
Start Display ................................................................................................................ 3.22
Boot Display ................................................................................................................ 3.22
Standard Operating Display ........................................................................................ 3.23
Main Menu Display...................................................................................................... 3.24
Indication via LEDs...................................................................................................... 3.25
Calling and Changing Menus ...................................................................................... 3.26
Setting Parameters...................................................................................................... 3.28
Direct Selection of Radio Functions ............................................................................ 3.29
Toggling a Setting ....................................................................................................... 3.30
Selecting Settings........................................................................................................ 3.31
Entering Numeric Parameters..................................................................................... 3.32
Overview of All Menus and Functions......................................................................... 3.34
MAIN Menu.................................................................................................................. 3.34
OPERATION Menu ..................................................................................................... 3.35
TIME/DATE Menu ....................................................................................................... 3.36
MEASUREMENT Menu .............................................................................................. 3.37
TX PARAMETER Menu .............................................................................................. 3.38
RX PARAMETER Menu .............................................................................................. 3.39
SUPPLY Menu ............................................................................................................ 3.40
TEMPERATURE Menu ............................................................................................... 3.40
CBIT STATUS Menu ................................................................................................... 3.41

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3.4.7.7
3.4.7.7.1
3.4.7.7.2

INVENTORY Menu ......................................................................................................3.43


CONFIGURATION Menu............................................................................................. 3.45
IP ADDRESS Menu .....................................................................................................3.45
RS485 Address............................................................................................................ 3.47

3.5
3.5.1
3.5.2

Remote Control (Remote Mode)............................................................................... 3.50


Radio Control via LAN ................................................................................................. 3.50
Radio Control via RS485 ............................................................................................. 3.51

3.6
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.6.3
3.6.4

Main/Standby Operation (1:1) ................................................................................... 3.52


Requirements for Proper Functioning.......................................................................... 3.52
Behaviour of the Main/Standby Configuration with Power On .................................... 3.54
Behaviour at Remote Control ...................................................................................... 3.55
Behaviour in Case of Device Errors............................................................................. 3.56

3.7

Motor Tuned Telsa Filter ........................................................................................... 3.57

Malfunction ..........................................................................................4.1

4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3

Visual Inspection ......................................................................................................... 4.1


Cabling Check................................................................................................................ 4.1
Checking the LED State................................................................................................. 4.2
Checking the CBIT State ............................................................................................... 4.3

4.2
4.2.1
4.2.2

Troubleshooting........................................................................................................... 4.4
TX CBIT Events ............................................................................................................. 4.5
RX CBIT Events ........................................................................................................... 4.12

Maintenance .........................................................................................5.1

5.1

Scheduled Maintenance .............................................................................................. 5.2

5.2

Cleaning ........................................................................................................................ 5.3

Technical Information .........................................................................6.1

6.1

Specifications............................................................................................................... 6.1

6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4
6.2.5
6.2.6
6.2.7
6.2.8
6.2.9
6.2.10
6.2.11
6.2.12
6.2.13

Interface Description ................................................................................................... 6.1


AC Input X1....................................................................................................................6.1
DC Input/Battery Input X2 .............................................................................................. 6.2
Common Antenna X3.....................................................................................................6.3
TX/RX Switch X4 ........................................................................................................... 6.3
TX Audio Basic X5 ......................................................................................................... 6.4
Ethernet LAN Remote Control X6............................................................................... 6.6
TX Audio Extended X7................................................................................................... 6.7
RX Input X8....................................................................................................................6.9
Ethernet LAN Remote Control X9............................................................................. 6.10
RX Audio Basic X10..................................................................................................... 6.11
RX Audio Extended X11 .............................................................................................. 6.13
USB Device Connector X20 ........................................................................................ 6.14
Headset Connector X21 .............................................................................................. 6.15

6.3

List of Remote Control Commands ......................................................................... 6.16

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6.3.1
6.3.2
6.3.3
6.3.4
6.3.5
6.3.6

Fixed Frequency Commands (FF) .............................................................................. 6.16


Radio Control (RC)...................................................................................................... 6.18
General Radio Functionality (GR) ............................................................................... 6.20
Session Control (SC)................................................................................................... 6.21
Main/Standby (MS)...................................................................................................... 6.22
Event Handling (EV).................................................................................................... 6.22

Index .................................................................................................... 7.1

Appendix ............................................................................................. 8.1


General Data
Specifications
Accessories
Mechanical Interface Description

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Table of Figures
Fig. 1.1

Modules of transceiver.................................................................................................... 1.3

Fig. 1.2

Block diagram ................................................................................................................. 1.4

Fig. 2.1

Installation of two radios ................................................................................................. 2.3

Fig. 2.2

Installation with blank panel ............................................................................................ 2.4

Fig. 2.3

Rear cabling .................................................................................................................... 2.6

Fig. 2.4

Front cabling ................................................................................................................... 2.8

Fig. 3.1

Front view........................................................................................................................ 3.2

Fig. 3.2

Rear view ........................................................................................................................ 3.3

Fig. 3.3

Non-controlled mode....................................................................................................... 3.5

Fig. 3.4

Remote mode.................................................................................................................. 3.5

Fig. 3.5

Local mode...................................................................................................................... 3.6

Fig. 3.6

Service mode .................................................................................................................. 3.7

Fig. 3.7

Overview of operation ................................................................................................... 3.18

Fig. 3.8

Keypad .......................................................................................................................... 3.19

Fig. 3.9

R&S Series 4200 logo................................................................................................... 3.22

Fig. 3.10

Boot display...................................................................................................................3.22

Fig. 3.11

Standard operating display ........................................................................................... 3.23

Fig. 3.12

Main menu display ........................................................................................................ 3.24

Fig. 3.13

Indication via LEDs ....................................................................................................... 3.25

Fig. 3.14

Main menu .................................................................................................................... 3.26

Fig. 3.15

Submenu....................................................................................................................... 3.27

Fig. 3.16

Direct selection of radio functions................................................................................. 3.29

Fig. 3.17

Toggling a setting.......................................................................................................... 3.30

Fig. 3.18

Selecting settings.......................................................................................................... 3.31

Fig. 3.19

Frequency entry ............................................................................................................3.32

Fig. 3.20

MAIN menu ................................................................................................................... 3.34

Fig. 3.21

OPERATION menu.......................................................................................................3.35

Fig. 3.22

TIME/DATE menu .........................................................................................................3.36

Fig. 3.23

MEASUREMENT menu ................................................................................................ 3.37

Fig. 3.24

TX PARAMETER menu ................................................................................................ 3.38

Fig. 3.25

RX PARAMETER menu................................................................................................ 3.39

Fig. 3.26

SUPPLY menu ..............................................................................................................3.40

Fig. 3.27

TEMPERATURE menu................................................................................................. 3.40

Fig. 3.28

CBIT STATUS menu..................................................................................................... 3.41

Fig. 3.29

TX CBIT STATUS .........................................................................................................3.41

Fig. 3.30

RX CBIT STATUS.........................................................................................................3.42

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Fig. 3.31

INVENTORY menu ...................................................................................................... 3.43

Fig. 3.32

INVENTORY menu: display format.............................................................................. 3.44

Fig. 3.33

CONFIGURATION menu ............................................................................................. 3.45

Fig. 3.34

IP ADDRESS menu...................................................................................................... 3.45

Fig. 3.35

IP ADDRESS Menu: Display Format ........................................................................... 3.46

Fig. 3.36

IP ADDRESS Menu: Display Format ........................................................................... 3.46

Fig. 3.37

RS485 Address menu .................................................................................................. 3.47

Fig. 3.38

Indication of RS485 Address of TX menu .................................................................... 3.48

Fig. 3.39

Frequency Block menu................................................................................................. 3.48

Fig. 3.40

Indication of Frequency Blocking Ranges.................................................................... 3.49

Fig. 3.41

Radio control via LAN................................................................................................... 3.50

Fig. 3.42

Radio control via RS485............................................................................................... 3.51

Fig. 3.43

Main/Standby Configuration ......................................................................................... 3.53

Fig. 3.44

Active Device 1............................................................................................................. 3.54

Fig. 3.45

Inactive Device 2 .......................................................................................................... 3.54

Fig. 3.46

Device in Local Mode (LOC) activation state On ......................................................... 3.55

Fig. 3.47

Device in remote control mode activation state AUTO ................................................ 3.55

Fig. 3.48

Device in Local Mode ................................................................................................... 3.56

Fig. 3.49

Transceiver with Bus and Filter .................................................................................... 3.57

Fig. 3.50

External bus configuration for filter connection ............................................................ 3.58

Fig. 4.1

Checking the LED state...................................................................................................4.2

Fig. 5.1

Test connection of TCXO adjustment .............................................................................5.2

Fig. 6.1

AC input X1 .....................................................................................................................6.1

Fig. 6.2

DC input/battery input X2 ................................................................................................6.2

Fig. 6.3

Common antenna X3 ......................................................................................................6.3

Fig. 6.4

TX/RX switch X4..............................................................................................................6.3

Fig. 6.5

TX audio basic X5 ...........................................................................................................6.4

Fig. 6.6

Ethernet LAN remote control X6 ..................................................................................6.6

Fig. 6.7

TX audio extended X7.....................................................................................................6.7

Fig. 6.8

RX input X8 .....................................................................................................................6.9

Fig. 6.9

Ethernet LAN remote control X9 ............................................................................... 6.10

Fig. 6.10

RX audio basic X10...................................................................................................... 6.11

Fig. 6.11

RX audio extended X11 ............................................................................................... 6.13

Fig. 6.12

USB device connector X20 .......................................................................................... 6.14

Fig. 6.13

Headset connector X21................................................................................................ 6.15

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R&S XU 4200

User Information

This chapter

This chapter describes the use of the transceiver and provides information
on functions. Furthermore, you will find a description on how to proceed in
warranty cases.

Further
information

Chapter 3.1 contains an overview of transceiver control elements, indicators, etc.


Chapter 3 describes how to put the transceiver into operation.

1.1

General Features
Note: See General Data in the Appendix.

1.2

Explanation of Models
Note: There are no models of the transceiver.

1.3

Required Personnel

ATTENTION

The transceiver has to be configured by qualified personnel. Installation and


operation of the transceiver should be assigned to adequately skilled personnel.
The personnel must be familiar with this Operating Manual.

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Required Power Supply

Required Power Supply


Danger of electric shock!

WARNING

The transceiver meets the requirements for Safety Class I in accordance


with DIN EN 61010-1/IEC 61010-1, e.g. all metal parts that can be touched
or accessed without removing the enclosure are connected to the protective
ground of the power supply network.
When connecting the instrument to the AC power supply, always use a
power cable with thermal connector and a socket with earthing contact.
Danger of electric shock!

WARNING

The radio contains a two-pole or neutral-conductor fuse. This means that


some parts of the radio will continue to be energized after the fuse has
been tripped.
When replacing the fuse, always disconnect the radio from the AC power
supply. Do not touch any live parts when performing service and maintenance on the radio while the radio is switched on (by qualified service personnel only).

ATTENTION

AC voltage

The external DC power supply should deliver a short-circuit current of


I 30 A to ensure that the overcurrent protective device functions properly
in the event of a malfunction.

The transceiver operates on an AC voltage.


When the transceiver is connected to the AC line, it automatically sets itself
to the correct voltage (AC voltage 115 V/230 V). There is no need to set the
voltage manually or change the fuse.

DC voltage

The transceiver may also be powered by an external battery (28 VDC). An


automatic switchover facility integrated in the radio provides for automatic
standby switchover in case primary power fails.
Note: See chapter 2.4 for basic cabling and further information.

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Design

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Design

Front panel
Housing R&S KK 4200

Backplane

Power supply unit


R&S IN 4240

Fan

Transmitter module R&S VU 4200


with interface
Receiver module R&S EU 4210
with interface

Fig. 1.1

Modules of transceiver

Note: See chapter 1.6 for additional information.

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Functioning

1.6.1

Block Diagram

Functioning

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Functioning

1.6.2

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Functions Description

Function of the
transceiver

The transceiver contains the R&S EU 4210 receiver module and the R&S
VU 4200 transmitter module, which is powered by the R&S IN 4240 power
supply unit.

Front panel
control unit

The front panel control unit A8 with LCD and keyboard A9 make local control of the radio possible on a lab bench or for activities such as installation
and maintenance. You can audio-monitor to the demodulated analog voice
in the receiver module at any time by using the built-in loudspeaker. The
RF signal issued at common antenna X3 is demodulated in the transmitter
module and can be audio-monitored at any time via the built-in loudspeaker too. You can control the volume by means of the volume control
on the front panel.

USB interface

You can configure and make basic settings for the radio via the USB interface on the front panel. In addition you can download software of all firmware components via the USB. The main backplane A6 which connects all
modules, contains a USB hub and connects the transceiver's USB interface controller with the front panel control unit A7.

Power supply

The main fan is controlled and monitored by control unit A8. The radio can
be powered by AC and/or DC voltage. If the AC source fails, the radio
automatically switches to the DC source. You can switch the radio on via
the switch on the front panel A7.

Display

LEDs indicate the current operating state at all times. You can display the
operating settings, radio configuration, analog measurement values and
status in detail on an eight-row LCD.

Audio interface

Receiver module:
On the system side the 600 audio interface RX Audio Basic X10 is
connected on the rear panel and the squelch state can be signalled here
via a contact. Remote control is performed as standard via the Ethernet
LAN interface Ethernet - LAN Remote Control X9 or the RS485 RX Audio Extended X11 using the powerful R&S remote-control protocol
GB2PP.
Transmitter module:
On the system side the 600 audio interface TX Audio Basic X5 is connected on the rear panel and the PTT keying is activated. You can flexibly
configure the PTT input via service PC and adjust it to the voltage conditions (-48, +28, optocoupler input) in the system. Remote control is performed as standard via the Ethernet LAN interface Ethernet - LAN Remote
Control X6 or the RS485 TX Audio Extended X7 using the powerful R&S
remote-control protocol GB2PP.

Main and
standby function

For redundant system installations with 1:1 switchover, the main and
standby radios are connected with each other via hardware contacts. This
allows quick switchover without any delay in the event of a failure. In addition an antenna relay can be connected and controlled.

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Extended DSUB
interface

Functioning
Receiver module:
The 15-contact extended DSUB interface RX Audio Extended X11 provides discrete digital control contacts as well as the analog output for RSSI
receive signal strength.
Transmitter module:
The 15-contact extended DSUB interface TX Audio Extended X7 provides discrete digital control contacts too.

Receive antenna

The receive antenna is connected at the BNC input "RX Input X8". The
receiver consists of the analog RF board A3 with its VCO/synthesizer and
600 audio interfaces as well as the digital interface module A5 with the
main VCXO/clock processing unit, DSP, LAN and USB controller. The
received signal is mixed and converted to the first intermediate frequency
(IF). The remaining processing is performed digitally, where the various
channel spacings 8.33 kHz/25 kHz and modulation schemes AM, ACARS,
D8PSK and GFSK are processed via the software.

Transmit antenna

The transmit antenna is connected at N connector X3. The transmitter


consists of power board A4 with 200 W pep output stage and analog/digital
board A1 with the main VCXO/clock processing unit, VCO/synthesizer,
600 audio interface, DSP, LAN and USB controller. The AM, D8PSK or
GFSK modulation signal is processed digitally in the baseband and transformed to the VHF output frequency via the I/Q modulator. The output signal of the transmit output stage is coupled out and linearized via the Cartesian I/Q control loop. Modules A4 and A1 are mounted on the high-power
heat sink and are cooled by the fan.

Main TCXO

The main TCXO on the A6 backplane board serves as the reference for
the radio and can easily be adjusted via the USB interface.

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General Data

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General Data
Note: See General Data in the Appendix.

1.8

Accessories
Note: See Accessories in the Appendix.

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Safety Precautions

R&S XU 4200

Preparation for Use

This chapter

This chapter provides all information for:

checking upon delivery

installation into a 19" rack

connection of peripheral equipment

connection of mains and/or 24 V DC supply

Chapter 3.1 contains an overview of the transceiver control elements, indicators, etc.

Further
information

Chapter 6.2 is an in-depth description of the radios interfaces.

2.1

Safety Precautions

WARNING

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may


cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take
adequate measures.
Before putting the transceiver into operation, make the following checks:

ATTENTION

Ensure that the ventilation holes are free of obstructions.

Ensure that there are no unsuitable signal voltages connected to the


input.

The transceivers outputs may not be overloaded and correct polarity


must be ensured.

The radio may be damaged if the above checks are not performed.
When fitting operating rooms and installing and operating electrical equipment, the relevant national and international safety provisions and regulations have to be adhered to.
The following safety instructions apply in particular:

ATTENTION

IEC 364

VDE 0100

DIN 57100

These safety regulations deal with the following subjects:

Protective measures:
- Prevention of accidents
- Overvoltage protection
- Insulation of equipment
- Grounding

Type and laying of lines and cables

Provisions for operational facilities, rooms and equipment requiring


special handling

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2.2

Unpacking and Checking

Unpacking and Checking

Recommended
procedure

After delivery carry out the following steps:


1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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Unpack the transceiver.


Check if delivery (transceiver and accessories) is complete by referring
to the delivery note (See Accessories in the Appendix).
Check the transceiver and accessories for signs of damage which may
have occurred during transit.
Contact the shipping agent immediately if damage is found.
Keep the packaging (box, etc) for later use, e.g. if the transceiver is to
be sent to the nearest Rohde & Schwarz representative for repair (see
address list following the title page of this manual).

2.2

Installation into a 19" Rack

R&S XU 4200

2.3

Installation into a 19" Rack

2.3.1

Installation of two Radios


1.
5.

3.

6.
4.
2.
Fig. 2.1
Installation
instruction

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

7.

Installation of two radios

Prepare the rack by installing the guide rails.


Screw-connect the included L-mounting brackets on one side of the
transceiver.
Slide the transceiver into the rack so that one side lies on the guide
rails.
Fasten it to the rack with screws. Do not tighten the screws all the
way.
Install the second radio.
Using the supplied screws, fasten the front handles of the two adjacent transceivers together, creating a rigid unit.
Tighten the four rack screws.

Note: To remove one of the radios, follow the reverse procedure.

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2.3.2

Installation into a 19" Rack

Installation with Blank Panel

2.
3.
Fig. 2.2
Installation
instruction

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

5.

Installation with blank panel

Prepare the rack by installing the guide rails (see chapter 2.3.1).
Using the supplied screws, fasten the front handles of the transceiver
and the blank panel together, creating a rigid unit.
Screw-connect the included L-mounting brackets on both sides of the
rigid unit.
Slide the rigid unit into the rack so that the sides lie on the guide rails
(see chapter 2.3.1, instruction 3.).
Fasten the rigid unit to the rack with screws.

Note: To remove one of the radio, follow the reverse procedure.

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Basis Cabling

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2.4

Basis Cabling

2.4.1

Rear Cabling

WARNING

Danger of electric shock!


The transceiver meets the requirements for Safety Class I in accordance
with DIN EN 61010-1/IEC 61010-1, e.g. all metal parts that can be touched
or accessed without removing the enclosure are connected to the protective
ground of the power supply network.
When connecting the instrument to the AC power supply, always use a
power cable with thermal connector and a socket with earthing contact.

WARNING

Danger of electric shock!


The radio contains a two-pole or neutral-conductor fuse. This means that
some parts of the radio will continue to be energized after the fuse has
been tripped.
When replacing the fuse, always disconnect the radio from the AC power
supply. Do not touch any live parts when performing service and maintenance on the radio while the radio is switched on (by qualified service personnel only).
Danger of electric shock!

WARNING

A strong RF signal is present on antenna output socket X3 during transmission.


Do not touch the antenna output socket on the rear of the radio during
transmission.
Danger of burns on the rear panel!

CAUTION

The rear panel is extremely hot around common antenna X3 and the power
supply unit (plugs X1, X2) owing to the radio's high transmit power. A label
indicates the hot area.
Do not directly touch the rear panel during or soon after operation.

ATTENTION

The external DC power supply should deliver a short-circuit current of


I 30 A to ensure that the overcurrent protective device functions properly
in the event of a malfunction.

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2.

Basis Cabling

3.

1.

4.

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3.

5.

6.

7.

Rear cabling

2.6

9.

8.

Basis Cabling

ATTENTION

R&S XU 4200

Do not connect the power cable with the thermal connector until all rear
cables have been connected!
The radio may be damaged if the above checks are not performed.

Instructions for rear


cabling of the
transceiver

1.
2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.
8.

9.

Connecting audio basic X10 with 8-pin patch cable, especially audio
RX lines and if required SQ contact.
Ethernet LAN: Connecting Ethernet - LAN remote control X9 via
LAN to remote control computer.
RS485: Connecting RS485 remote control X11 to remote control computer.
a) Connecting the delivered coaxial cable W34 between RX input X8
and TX/RX switch X4 if the transceiver uses the same antenna for receiving and transmitting.
b) Connecting receive antenna to BNC input X8 if the transceiver uses
a separate antenna for receiving.
Connecting audio basic X5 with 8-pin patch cable, especially audio TX
lines and PTT contact. The PTT contact can be adjusted to the system's physical characteristics and configured as necessary via service
PC setup. With factory setting the PTT input shall be switched to
ground at PIN X5.9.
Ethernet LAN: Connecting Ethernet - LAN remote control X6 via
LAN to remote control computer.
RS485: Connecting RS485 remote control X7 to remote control computer.
Establish a connection to ground, e.g. via the 19" rack. Ensure that the
grounding line has the required cross-section (observe VDE regulations).
Connecting transmit antenna to N-connector X3.
Connecting main AC supply 115/230V to X1.
The power supply unit completely covers the voltage range 115 V and
230 V without separate switchover. You do not need to manually select
and preset the voltage.
Connecting DC battery supply 24V to X2.
The radio can operate from either an AC or DC supply. If both voltages
are connected, the radio will automatically switch to the DC battery input if the AC supply fails.

Note: See chapter 6.2 for additional information of interface description.


Note: The RS485 interface is only available if the external motor tuned
Telsa filter is not configured (see chapter 3.7).

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2.4.2

Basis Cabling

Front Cabling

Introduction

In actual operation, the radio is usually operated via the rear panel system
interfaces, thus eliminating the need for front panel cabling. The radio is
preconfigured with the factory settings and can be operated without any
further configuration being necessary.
The front panel interfaces are needed during installation and maintenance.
The radio can be operated in the local mode via the headset. The USB
interface is used to set configuration parameters or to perform complete
software updates. Rohde & Schwarz supplies the Service and Maintenance
Tool R&S ZS 4200 for this purpose.

1.

2.
Fig. 2.4

Front cabling
(optional)

1.

2.

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Front cabling

Connecting Service and Maintenance Tool R&S ZS 4200

Software download

Configuration

Monitoring

Connecting a headset for LOCAL mode operation (voice).

2.8

Switching On/Off

2.5

R&S XU 4200

Switching On/Off
Danger of electric shock!

WARNING

The radio contains a two-pole or neutral-conductor fuse. This means that


some parts of the radio will continue to be energized after the fuse has
been tripped.
When replacing the fuse, always disconnect the radio from the AC power
supply. Do not touch any live parts when performing service and maintenance on the radio while the radio is switched on (by qualified service personnel only).

ATTENTION

Switching on
the radio

Before putting the transceiver into operation, make sure that the following
minimum requirements are met:

Antenna is connected.

Press the ON/OFF switch on the front panel.


The following LEDs should go on:
LED AC lights up when AC-Supply is connected to X1
LED DC lights up when DC-Supply is connected to X2
Display shows booting progress. After successful booting the screen
changes to the standard operating display.
LED VOP lights up after successful booting.
LED GO lights up after successful booting and shows that the continuous built-in test could not detect any CBIT errors.

Note: If fuse F1 or F2 in the AC line input or fuse F3 in the DC line input is


defective return the transceiver to our service center for checking.

2.6

Mechanical Interface Description


Note: See Mechanical Interface Description in the Appendix.

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2.7

Function Test

Function Test

ATTENTION

Function test
of the receiver

The transceiver does not contain any parts the operator can repair. Only
properly qualified technicians are allowed to repair the radio. When performing service procedures, follow the requirements of VDE 0701.
LED SQ lights up if an RF receive signal is present at the set channel frequency on X8.
You can audio-monitor the AM-demodulated voice signal by using the builtin loudspeaker. You can adjust the volume using the rotary knob. The demodulated audio can also be heard in the headset at the same time, and
you can also control its volume here.
If no RF receive signal is present, you may hear a noise signal depending
on how the SQ switch (SQ button) is set. In the default state with the factory
settings, the SQ muting function is deactivated and the noise signal is output.
After you press the LOC key, you can toggle the SQ key.

Function test
of the transmitter

LED CARR lights up after you press the PTT key. The transmitter is active
and can be modulated via audio input X5.
LED MOD flashes or lights up in rhythm with the voice signal.
You can listen to the modulated voice signal via the loudspeaker and the
headset. You can adjust the volume of the two separately.
If PTT keying is not activated at X5, you can also operate and activate the
radio in LOCAL mode. After you press the LOC key, you can power up and
modulate the transmitter via the headset.
The TX PARAMETER menu provides test functions for activating the transmitter via keyboard operation (see chapter 3.4.7.4.1).

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Function Test

R&S XU 4200

Operation

This chapter

This chapter describes all transceiver functions and their application. The
sequence of the individual sections is based on the procedure for working
with the transceiver:

Control elements (see chapter 3.1)

Configuration (see chapter 3.3)

Local control (see chapter 3.4)

Remote control (see chapter 3.5)

Main/Standby Operation (see chapter 3.6)

Motor tuned Telsa filter (see chapter 3.7)

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Control Elements and Interfaces

3.1

Control Elements and Interfaces

3.1.1

Front View

10

Fig. 3.1

Front view

ON/OFF switch

LED indication

USB device connector X20

Keyboard

Volume control for headset

LCD display

Headset connector X21

Data plate

Volume control for loudspeaker

10

Loudspeaker

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Control Elements and Interfaces

3.1.2

R&S XU 4200

Rear View

24

11

23

12

22

13

21

15

14
Fig. 3.2

11

RX audio extended X11


(incl. RS485 Remote Control)

12

RX audio basic X10

13

TX audio basic X5

14

TX audio extended X7
(incl. RS485 Remote Control)

15

Common antenna X3

16

Earthing clamp

17

AC input X1

20

16

17

19

18

Rear view

3.3

18

AC line fuses F1/F2

19

Battery fuse F3

20

DC input / battery input X2

21

TX/RX switch X4 (not used)

22

Ethernet - LAN remote control X6

23

RX input X8

24

Ethernet - LAN remote control X9

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Introduction

3.2

Introduction

3.2.1

Control Interfaces

Operation

Operation can be performed locally on the built-in front panel control unit or
remotely via the LAN Ethernet interface. Operational parameters such as
setting the frequency, changing the channel spacing or activating presets
can be controlled. In addition the current status information and indications
such as GO, ACTIVE, SQ, CARRIER or VSWR can be received from the
transceiver and displayed.

Maintenance

Maintenance status parameters can be read out over USB, LAN Ethernet or
RS485 interface and the built-in front panel control unit. The transceiver
delivers the result of the continuous built-in test (CBIT) and the event list,
which saves all events with the time information of occurrence.
Maintenance activities can be performed and controlled via the built-in front
panel control unit and remotely via LAN Ethernet or RS485 interface. The
transceiver provides commands for switching over from main to standby
(and vice versa) and for performing a test transmission. In addition the device can be reset or the real time clock (RTC) can be initialized locally or
remotely.

Performance values

Performance values can be read out over the built in front panel control unit
or over the LAN Ethernet or RS485 interface. Parameters such as modulation depth, temperatures, voltages, power levels, receive signal, audio level
and VSWR can be measured.

Configuration

Configuration of the transceiver can be performed with the Service and


Maintenance Tool R&S ZS 4200, which runs on a standard PC or laptop.
Connected via service PC, the radio provides easy and fast configuration of
the radio basic parameters such as IP address, PTT timeout, power audiolevels and preset pages.
The configuration files can be saved and loaded to the transceiver. The
configuration process is very convenient and allows you to quickly configure
an entire rack. In case of service, the defective radio can be cloned and
the parameters loaded to a replacement radio.

Preset loading

Up to 200 preset pages can be loaded via USB or LAN Ethernet interface.

Inventory

All hardware and software components can be read out on all LAN Ethernet
and USB interfaces and are visible on the built-in display.

Software update

The R&S DS 4200 software is delivered as a CD ROM and contains all


software components, which are automatically loaded to the radio modules
via the USB interface. The Service and Maintenance Tool R&S ZS 4200
provides a software download manager, crosschecks the hardware and
software and ensures a proper software download.

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Introduction

R&S XU 4200

3.2.2

Modes of Control

3.2.2.1

Non-Controlled Mode

Description

This radio mode means that either there is no client connected to the radio
or all connected clients have monitoring session only. The connected remote clients can retrieve parameters from the radio without affecting the
operation of the equipment.

Example

AM transceiver, active, frequency 124.608333 MHz, spacing 8.33 kHz,


non-controlled mode

X U 4 2 0 0
MU E NCH E N 4

2 1 : 0 4 : 1 3
RACK 1 RAD 1 7
AM

124 610
ACT
.

CB I T

S T A T U S :

Fig. 3.3

3.2.2.2

OK

Non-controlled mode

Remote Mode

Description

A radio module is in remote mode when one of the connected RC clients


has a fixed session. The remote RC client controls the radio and can
change parameters.

Example

AM transceiver, active, frequency 124.608333 MHz, spacing 8.33 kHz,


Remote client with authorization for fixed session

X U 4 2 0 0
MU E NCH E N 4

2 1 : 0 4 : 1 3
RACK 1 RAD 1 7
AM

124 610
REM AC T
.

CB I T

S T A T U S :
Fig. 3.4

OK

Remote mode

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3.2.2.3

Introduction

Local Mode

Description

Local mode using the built-in front panel control unit of the radio allows the
maintenance staff to operate the radio locally with highest priority.
In order to change to local control, the LOC key on the radio keypad must
be pressed. If local mode is entered, all possible existing fixed sessions of
remote RC clients change back to monitoring session. In case of local
mode disabled (configurable via service PC), the LOC key does not work.
Local mode cannot be interrupted by remote control. After leaving local
mode, all parameter settings remain valid.

Example

AM transceiver, active, frequency 124.608333 MHz, spacing 8.33 kHz,


local mode

X U 4 2 0 0
MU E NCH E N 4

2 1 : 0 4 : 1 3
RACK 1 RAD 1 7
AM

124 610
L OC AC T
.

CB I T

S T A T U S :
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OK

Introduction

3.2.2.4
Description

R&S XU 4200

Service Mode
The interactive service mode of the transceiver is used during the configuration of basic parameters such as IP address, preset pages and installation info.
Using the Service and Maintenance Tool R&S ZS 4200, you can change
the basic parameters via service PC after entering the interactive service
mode.
All existing remote connections and any local mode will be interrupted. The
display shows that the radio is in service.
After all configurations have been completed, the transceiver performs a
reset in order to activate the basic parameters. Leaving service mode requires a reset.

Example

I N T E RAC T I V E
C o n f i g
a r e
R e s e t

P a r ame t e r s
c h a n g e d

R a d i o

Fig. 3.6

S E R V I C E

t o

e x i t

Service mode

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3.3

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

Introduction

The transceiver is equipped with a USB interface to allow communication


with the Service and Maintenance Tool R&S ZS 4200.
The following activities can be carried out:

Software download
Preset setup
Configuration
Enabling/disabling of options
Inventory list

Note: For configuring with the R&S ZS 4200 see software manual Rohde &
Schwarz ID No. 6124.9813.42.

3.3.1

Factory Default Settings

Switching on
for the first time

The radio is preconfigured with the factory default settings. These settings
will be activated the first time the radio is switched on.

Switching on
in general

All radio parameters are stored in the non-volatile memory. The settings
active at the time of a power failure are restored when the radio is switched
back on.

Changing the radio


parameters

The radio is preconfigured with the factory default settings. These settings
can be changed via service PC with the Service and Maintenance Tool
R&S ZS 4200 (see software manual Rohde & Schwarz ID No.
6124.9813.42).

Parameters

Value range

Default value

TX Audio Level

-30 dBm to +10 dBm

0 dBm

RX Audio Level

-30 dBm to +10 dBm

0 dBm

TX Output Power for Selection Low

5 W to 20 W

5W

TX Output Power for Selection Normal

5 W to 50 W

50 W

S/N Squelch Threshold

6 dB to 20 dB

10 dB

1 to 50 V

5V

And / Or

Or

30 % to 90 %

90 %

TX Audio ALC

Off / On

On

RX Audio AGC

Off / On

Off

3 s to 300 s,
0 means disabled

30 s

Type I / Type II / R&S

R&S

Disable / Enable

Enable

RSSI Squelch Threshold


S/N_RSSI_Logical Operation
TX AM Modulation Depth

PTT Timeout
PTT Input Configuration
True SideTone Transceiver

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Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

R&S XU 4200

Parameters

Value range

Default value

5-Carrier Offset

Disable / Enable

Disable

ACARS Data Mode

Voice / ACARS

Voice

112.000 MHz to 143.975 MHz for


spacing 25 kHz

124.100 MHz

Set/Get Values for Preset Page

112.000 MHz to 143.991666 MHz for


spacing 8.33 kHz
8.33 kHz / 25 kHz

25 kHz

-7.5 kHz / -5.0 kHz / -2.5 kHz / 0 kHz /


+2.5 kHz / +5.0 kHz / +7.5 kHz

0 kHz

Note: insignificant for RX module


Installation Info

AM

AM

Max. 20 characters

No text

10 lines each

No text

Location Info

max. 20 characters
IP Address of Radio Module

IP Address

192.168.52.101

Netmask

255.255.255.0

Gateway

192.168.52.1
for RX module
192.168.52.102
255.255.255.0
192.168.52.1
for TX module

IP Access Control List

IPv6

Empty

1 to 9999

RS485 Baud Rate

1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400,


57600, 115200

9600

Main/Standby Type

A (=Main) / B (=Standby)

Disabling Line Interface in Local Mode

Disable / Enable

Enable

Disabling Local Mode

Disable / Enable

Enable

60 to 900 s

0s
(0 means disabled)

Limit Ext. VSWR

0.1 to 5 V

2V

Single Channnel

Disable / Enable

Disable

Motor Tuned Telsa Filter

Disable / Enable

Disable

8 Blocking Ranges
Start-, Stop frequency

Empty

Local Mode Warning

Disable / Enable

Disable

USB Connect Warning

Disable / Enable

Disable

RS485 Logical Address

MMI Local Timeout

Frequency Blocking Ranges

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Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

Parameters

Value range

Default value

Ext VSWR Warning

Disable / Enable

Disable

DC-Battery Supervision

Disable /
Warning /
NOGO Warning

Disable

AC-Main Supervision

Disable /
Warning /
NOGO Warning

Disable

TX Power Low Warning

Warning / Nogo

Warning

VSWR Warning

Warning / Nogo

Warning

PSU Fan Warning

Warning / Nogo

Warning

Main Fan Warning

Warning / Nogo

Warning

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Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

3.3.2

R&S XU 4200

Meaning of Parameters

TX Audio Level

This parameter refers to the modulation input (connector X5.2/3). With the
default setting, the modulation sensitivity is 0 dBm which means that at
an AF level of 775 mV at this 600 ohm input, the AM transmitter is driven
and modulated at 90 % modulation. The input can be configured from
-30 dBm to +10 dBm in accordance with the line infrastructure and the
incoming signal levels. The sensitivity is greatest at -30 dBm, which means
that the full modulation of 90 % is achieved even at a low level.

RX Audio Level

This parameter refers to the audio output of the AM receiver


(connector X10.2/3). With the default setting 0 dBm, an effective level of
775 mV is applied at 60 % AM modulation of the current receive signal.
The output can be configured from -30 dBm to +10 dBm in accordance
with the line infrastructure.

TX Output Power for


Selection Low

Using this parameter, you can define the transmit power between 5 W and
20 W. This value is then adopted with the Low setting (see chapter
3.4.7.2).

TX Output Power for


Selection Normal

Using this parameter, you can define the transmit power between 5 W and
50 W. This value is then adopted with the Normal setting (see chapter
3.4.7.2).

S/N Squelch
Threshold

The threshold value for the signal to noise (S/N) ratio can be set for the
squelch. If the squelch is activated, the RX audio output is muted until an
RF receive signal is applied. Receive signals with sufficient audio S/N ratio
are output at the receiver output.
The S/N threshold can be set in a range between 6 dB and 20 dB.

RSSI Squelch
Threshold

The RSSI threshold is based on the received signal level at the receivers
input. The RSSI threshold can be set in a range between 1V and 50 V.

S/N_RSSI_ Logical
Operation

It is possible to combine the S/N-squelch and RSSI-squelch. By default


both mechanism are OR conjunct. The squelch opens the audio path if
only one condition is fulfilled. In case of the AND conjunction both
thresholds must be exceeded in order to open the audio path.
Note: For offset reception it is recommended to configure the conjunction
type to OR.

TX AM Modulation
Depth

The modulation depth for the AM modulation can be set.


When the automatic level control (see TX Audio ALC parameter) is
activated, the set AM modulation is ensured over a dynamic range of
15 dB at the TX audio level interface (X5.2/3).
Note: The AM modulation should be left at 90 % all the time, since the
radio link is best at this value.

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TX Audio ALC

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200


The automatic level control for the audio modulation can be switched on
and off.
When this function is activated, the set AM modulation depth (see TX AM
Modulation Depth parameter) is ensured over a dynamic range of 15 dB
at the TX audio level interface (X5.2/3).
Note: If an automatic level control is active in the system, then the level
control of the radio should be switched off.

RX Audio AGC

The automatic gain control in the AM demodulator can be switched on and


off. It ensures that the already demodulated signal is compensated for. In
the range from 30 to 90% modulation depth, the signal (RX Audio) remains
constant.

PTT Timeout

A time limit can be set for the transmit time. This prevents the radio from
transmitting for an unlimited amount of time if the PTT key is pressed
(stuck). With a value of 0 s, the time limit is switched off.

PTT Input
Configuration

There are three different input configurations for the rear PTT input
(connector X5.8/9).
Type I stands for optocoupler input.
Type II should be configured if the system ground (= ground of the PTT
key) does not have the same potential as the rack ground. In this case, the
PTT circuit is fed via the negative voltage of -48 V in the radio.
With the Rohde & Schwarz standard, a pull-up resistor is switched against
the positive voltage of +28 V in the radio.

True Sidetone
Transceiver

The built-in receiver demodulates the emitted signal of the transmitter and
a true sidetone is provided to the Audio RX output.
Depending on the configuration, the receiver in the housing is muted
during transmission. In this case, a true sidetone is not supplied.

ACARS Data Mode

With this parameter the radio can be configured for voice or ACARS data
operation (2400 Bps).
The Voice setting is optimized for voice processing and squelch muting.
The ACARS setting available for receiving ACARS data. In this case a
faster RF front-end control is in action. The attack and decay time is in
accordance with the ETSI EN 300676 standard.
If the radio is operating in ACARS data mode the 25 kHz spacing should
be used and the parameters RX Audio AGC and TX Audio ALC must be
deactivated.

5-Carrier Offset

The transmitter allows different frequency offsets to be set. Normally the


2-carrier,
3-carrier
and
4-carrier
offset
with
the
values
7.5 kHz/-5.0 kHz/-2.5 kHz/0 kHz/+2.5 kHz/+5.0 kHz/+7.5 kHz are available.
In addition the 5-carrier offset can be selected; this provides
-8 kHz/-4 kHz/+4 kHz/+8 kHz in the transmitter.

Set/Get Values for


Preset Page

200 preset pages can be stored in the radio and called up. Each contains
the frequency, offset (insignificant for RX module) and spacing parameters.
These parameters can be set for each preset page.

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Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

R&S XU 4200

Installation Info

Information (up to 20 characters) can be entered to describe the radio


more precisely.

Location Info

Only the first 20 characters entered by using the ZS4200 appearing on the
radio display.

IP Address of Radio
Module

An IP address must be assigned for each radio module, which allows each
module to be uniquely identified and operated in remote operating mode.
Additionally specifying the netmask and the gateway makes it possible to
work within different subnets via a router.

IP Access Control List

Here you can enter the IP addresses of the remote control systems or
clients that are allowed to access the radio. This protects the radio against
unwanted/unknown accesses. If the list is blank (default), then any client
with any IP address can access to the radio.

RS485 Logical
Address

An address between 1 and 9999 must be assigned to each radio module.


The module is addressed on the RS485 bus under this logical address.

RS485 Baud Rate

The baud rate of the radios can be set. The baud rate set for the radio
(RS485 interface) must match the baud rate of the PC.

Main/Standby Type

The main/standby type declares if an radio should start up as an active


main radio or as an inactive standby radio. If the common AC- or DCsupply of a main/standby installation is powered up, then the radio will boot
accordingly.

Disabling Line
Interface in
Local Mode

In local mode, the rear and front panel audio inputs operate in parallel
(default). The rear panel audio line interface (including PTT) can be
disabled for the local mode. This allows independent use of the radio for a
service technician where unwanted radio keying from the system-oriented
PTT line input must be prevented.

Disabling Local Mode

You can disable the LOC button on the radio to prevent the radio from
being switched from remote mode to local mode.

MMI Local Timeout

Local Mode will be quit automatically if there is no further


activity on the front-panel radio keys or if local PTT (Push-To-Talk) is not
re-keyed any longer. Timeout can be set between 60 and 900 s.

Limit Ext. VSWR

The external VSWR limit specifies the voltage threshold for the analogue
input EXT-VSWR (X7.8). Especially for installations with external
circulators the voltage from an external SWR-detector can be connected to
the radio in order to generate CBIT warning 338. The external VSWR input
is only processed during active TX state.

Single Channel

Fixed frequency cannot be changed. Frequency must be configured before


activating this function.

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Motor Tuned Telsa
Filter

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200


It is possible to connect an external motor tuned Telsa filter to the radio. In
order to active RS422 interface flow control the configuration must be
enabled The filter has to be connected to X7 (transceiver).
Note: The RS485 interface will be deactivated when the external motor
tuned Telsa filter is used.
Note: Enabling the external motor tuned Telsa filter will reduce the
frequency range.

Frequency Blocking
Ranges

Up to eight frequency blocking ranges can be defined. The device will


refuse any frequency set command done by the MMI local operation or via
remote control which is within this frequency blocking ranges.
The configured frequency blocking ranges have to fit to the radios frequency range 112-144 MHz and also to the 8.33 kHz channel spacing.

Local Mode Warning

The radio can be configured in such a way that pressing the LOC button on
the radio generates the CBIT warnings 336 and 415, which are output via
the connected remote system.

USB Connect Warning The radio can be configured in such a way that a USB access via a service
PC generates the CBIT warnings 335 and 414, which are output via the
connected remote system.
External VSWR
Warning

The radio could be configured in such way that if the limit external VSWR
EXT_VSWR (X7.8) is exceeded a warning will be generated.
The external VSWR CBIT warning 338 will be sent to the connected
remote control system if the external VSWR limit is exceeded.

DC-Battery
Supervision

The voltage during battery operation can be monitored. If the voltage is too
low, two responses in the radio can be triggered.
The Warning setting generates the CBIT warnings 301 and 401, which are
output via the connected remote system.
The NOGO setting sets the TEST_OC signal at the output
(connector X5.4) and initiates a switchover to the standby radio. This
setting is recommended if, for example, two separate DC networks are
used for the main and standby radios.

AC-Main
Supervision

The voltage during network operation can be monitored. If the voltage is


too low, two responses in the radio can be triggered:
The warning setting generates the CBIT warnings 302 and 402, which are
output via the connected remote system.
The NOGO setting sets the TEST_OC signal at the output
(connector X5.4) and initiates a switchover to the standby radio. This
setting is recommended if, for example, two separate AC networks are
used for the main and standby radios.
Note: If the AC-Main fails, operation automatically switches to the standby
radio. Otherwise the DC battery of the main radio would be
unnecessarily discharged.

TX Power Low
Warning

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If the power is 3dB lower than expected the radio will generate the NOGO
warning 323 and will request for main/standby over switch via TEST_OC
X5.4(transceiver).

3.14

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200


VSWR Warning

R&S XU 4200

The VSWR on the transmitter output (X3) is monitored during operation. If


the VSWR is higher than 2 a NOGO warning will be generated.
The NOGO warning VSWR 331 will be sent to the connected remote
control system if the VSWR on the transmitter is above 2.
The warning can be configured as NOGO warning in orderd to request a
main/standby over switch via TEST_OC X5.4 (transceiver).

PSU Fan Warning

The rotation of the power supply fan is internally monitored and will cause
a warning if it is not running as expected.
The NOGO warning PSU fan 202 will be sent to the connected remote
control system if the power supply fan is not working well.
The warning can be configured as NOGO warning in orderd to request a
main/standby over switch via TEST_OC X5.4 (transceiver).

Main Fan Warning

The rotation of the main fan is internally monitored and will cause a NOGO
warning if it is not running as expected.
The NOGO warning main fan 104 will be sent to the connected remote
control system if the main fan if the radio is not working well.
The warning can be configured as NOGO warning in orderd to request a
main/standby over switch via TEST_OC X5.4 (transceiver).

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3.3.3

Configuring with R&S ZS 4200

CBIT Type Configuration

Function

The CBIT parameters can be configured as shown in the table below.


Warning

Local Mode Warning

USB Connect Warning

External VSWR Warning

NoGo/Warning

DC-Battery Supervision

AC-Main Supervision

NoGo

TX Power Low Warning

PSU Fan Warning

VSWR Warning

Main Fan Warning

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Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4

R&S XU 4200

Local Control (Local Mode)


Note: If the radio is set to local mode (LOC), remote control commands will
be refused. Local mode has the highest priority and interrupts any remote
control fixed sessions. Parameters can only be monitored remotely when
the radio is in local mode.
When the radio is in the local mode, you can connect a headset and power
up the transmitter by pressing the PTT key at any time.
In the receive mode, the front panel receiver audio signal is always audible.
In other words, the internal loudspeaker and the headset audio connector
are always active and the volume of the two can be controlled by the assigned potentiometer.
All parameters and measurements can be displayed in the remote and local
mode.

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3.4.1

Local Control (Local Mode)

Overview of Operation
Start display

Boot display
Boot process finished
Standard
operating display
ESC

MENU
Main menu

ESC
MENU
Operation

ESC

ESC
MENU

MENU

ESC
MENU

Time/Date

ESC
MENU

Measurement

CBIT Status

ESC

ESC

ESC
MENU
Inventory

ESC

Configuration

ESC

Preset No

TX
Parameter

TX CBIT
Status

Component
No. 1

IP Address

Frequency

RX
Parameter

RX CBIT
Status

Component
No. 2

RS485

Offset TX

Supply

RF Power

Temperature

Fig. 3.7
Menu control

Freq. block

Component
No. N

Overview of operation

The transceiver is menu-driven using the keypad (see chapter 3.4.2).


The MENU key takes you to the main menu at any time. From the main
menu, you can reach lower menus/submenus by using the cursor keys and
the ENTER key. Pressing the ESC key takes you to the next-higher menu.
If you are in the main menu, you can go to the standard operating display
by pressing the ESC key.

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Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.2

R&S XU 4200

Making Entries from the Keypad

Introduction

The transceiver is operated using menus in conjunction with a keypad. The


keypad comprises the following sections:
Numeric keys 0 to 9
Cursor keys
MENU key
ENTER key
ESC key
SQ key
LOC key

1
4
7

2 3 MENU
5 6
8 9
SQ 0
LOC ESC

ENTER

Fig. 3.8

3.4.2.1
Function

3.4.2.2
Function

Keypad

Numeric Keys
The numeric keys 0 to 9 are used to enter numeric parameters.

Cursor Keys
As well as the numeric keys and the rotary knob, the cursor keys are also
used for entering parameters and to navigate through the menus.
The cursor keys have the following functions:

The and cursor keys are used to navigate within menus and selection fields

The and cursor keys are used to move the cursor to the desired
position within the numeric line of text

The and cursor keys decrement and increment the radio parameter when making numeric entries

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3.4.2.3

MENU Key
Pressing the MENU key will take you to the main menu at any time.

Function

3.4.2.4

Local Control (Local Mode)

ENTER Key
The ENTER key is used to navigate within the menus and to accept
settings.

Function

The ENTER key has the following functions:

3.4.2.5

Open submenus

Open selection and entry fields

Directly initiate a function or toggle a setting

Confirm an entry; the new value will be accepted

ESC Key
The ESC key is used to navigate within the menus and to terminate settings.

Function

The ESC key has the following functions:

Close submenus

Close selection and entry fields

Cancel an entry; the previous value will be retained

Initiate a radio reset if pressed and held longer than five seconds

Note: If you press and hold the ESC key for longer than five seconds, the
radio will perform a complete reset (cold start).

3.4.2.6

SQ Key

Function

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By using the SQ key, you can open or close noise suppression (squelch) at
any time independently of the current menu. The only precondition is the
local mode.

3.20

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.2.7

R&S XU 4200

LOC Key

Function on radio

The LOC key enables you to switch between local and remote mode at any
time independently of the current menu. The local mode has priority over
remote accesses, i.e. a remote fixed session over the LAN Ethernet interface will automatically be terminated if you select local mode by pressing
this key. If you press the key a second time, local mode will be terminated,
at which point a remote client must re-initiate the session to the device (or
to the modules).

Deactivation

You can deactivate the LOC key from the service PC (USB configuration),
thus blocking local mode altogether (protection from improper use).

Key operation messages

By using the service PC (USB), you can configure whether a local access
leads to a warning message or not. The local mode state would then be
reflected in the CBIT status. In addition the start and end of the local mode
will be stored in the event log together with time information. If applicable,
this information will also be sent to the fault management system.

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Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.3

Screen Display

3.4.3.1

Start Display

Display parameter

The start display is an independent screen containing the radio name and
type. Afterwards booting the transceiver is started (see chapter 3.4.3.2).

Fig. 3.9

3.4.3.2

R&S Series 4200 logo

Boot Display

Display parameter

The boot display is an independent screen containing progress bar and


boot messages. The progress bar displays the current boot process state of
the transceiver.
Booting of the transceiver is completed when the standard operating display
appears (see chapter 3.4.3.3).

B o o t i n g

5 0%
T X : I n i t
R X : I n i t
Fig. 3.10
In case of boot error

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L AN

OK
OK

Boot display

In case of boot error the message Boot Error is displayed. Switch the
transceiver off and on. In case the error persists, return the transceiver to
our service center for checking.

3.22

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.3.3

R&S XU 4200

Standard Operating Display

For example:
VHF transceiver

X U 4 2 0 0
MU E NCH E N 4

2 1 : 0 4 : 1 3
RACK 1 RAD 1 7
AM
+ 7 . 5
S C

124 675
L OC I NAC T
.

CB I T
3 3 1

S T A T U S :
WA RN I NG
V SWR A BO V E 2
W

Fig. 3.11
Line
1
2

3+4

5+6

7+8

Standard operating display

Display text

Description

XU4200

Device type: VHF transmitter

21:04:13

Display: time of day

MUENCHEN4 RACK1 RAD17

Location information, optional text. It can be entered


via service PC (see chapter 3.3). Only the first line is
displayed.

124.675

Frequency in ICAO format. Example shows frequency


value with 25 kHz spacing

AM

AM mode

+7.5

Offset TX, set to +7.5 kHz

LOC

Local control mode

INACT

Radio in inactive state (standby). For example, radio


was switched to inactive via remote control command.

SC

Single channel configuration has been configured via


USB.

CBIT STATUS: WARNING

CBIT status line. In normal case OK is indicated. Otherwise, warning or error is indicated (if at least one
error is present).

331 VSWR ABOVE 2

If there are more notices, they are displayed in sequence.

The W at the end of a message means that this is a


warning. Generally there are two types of displayed
CBIT messages:
W for warning
E for error

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3.4.3.4

Local Control (Local Mode)

Main Menu Display

Display of
menus

During menu-guided settings, the LCD shows the corresponding menus


together with their functions.

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Fig. 3.12

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Main menu display

Operation

Dual-purpose menu for manual operation and preset operation

see chapter 3.4.7.2

Time/Date

For displaying and setting the radio clock

see chapter 3.4.7.3

Measurement

Measurement of transmit parameters and receive


parameters, supply voltage and operating temperatures

see chapter 3.4.7.4

CBIT status

Continuous built-in test (CBIT) error message

see chapter 3.4.7.5

Inventory

Hardware and software inventory

see chapter 3.4.7.6

Configuration

Display of configuration parameters

see chapter 3.4.7.7

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Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.4

R&S XU 4200

Indication via LEDs

Status display

The LEDs on the front of the radio show the status of various settings and
operating modes

Fig. 3.13
Meaning of LEDs

Indication via LEDs

LED

Color

AC

green

AC primary voltage is available

DC

green

DC battery voltage is available

VOP

green

Voltage operational is available,


radio is active

GO

green

No error, no NOGO warning,


output TEST_OC = contact to ground

CARR

yellow

Transmit power (carrier) is available


Pout > 500 mW

VSWR

yellow

VSWR mismatch at antenna


VSWR > 2

MOD

yellow

Transmitter is modulated (>30 % AM)

SQ

yellow

Receive signal is available,


squelch indicator

3.25

Meaning

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3.4.5

Local Control (Local Mode)

Calling and Changing Menus

Introduction

The transceiver is operated via menus. After you press the menu key, all
menus will be listed. Depending on the menu you select, various radio functions will be displayed.

Call up
main menu

1.

Press the MENU key.


Note: Pressing the MENU key always takes you directly to the main
menu.

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M
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s u
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f i

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D
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Fig. 3.14

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L OC
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t u s
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a t i o n

Main menu

Note: If the LOC key is pressed the statement LOC is displayed in each
menu.

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3.26

Local Control (Local Mode)

Call up
submenu

2.

R&S XU 4200

Using the or cursor key, select a menu, e.g. CBIT STATUS.


The current selection will be indicated with the inverse display.

CB I T
3.

Press the ENTER key.


The submenus TX and RX CBIT STATUS will be indicated.

T X
R X
4.

CB I T
CB I T

S t a t u s
S t a t u s

Using the or cursor key, select a submenu, e.g.


TX CBIT STATUS.
The current selection will be indicated with the inverse display.

T X
5.

S t a t u s

CB I T

S t a t u s

Press the ENTER key.


The submenu will be opened and the radio status displayed.

T X
1
2
2
3
3

0
0
0
1
3

CB I T S t
2 NOGO
2 P S U F
3 P S U T
7 P A T E
6 L OCA L

Fig. 3.15

a t u s
AN
EMP
MP
MOD E

E
E
W
W
W

Submenu

Note: The scroll bar on the right indicates that you can display further
entries by using the or cursor key.
Exit
submenu

6.

Press the ESC key.


The submenu will be exited (return to parent menu).

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3.4.6

Local Control (Local Mode)

Setting Parameters
Note: All parameter changes can be set only in the local mode. Press the
local button to activate the local mode. The statement LOC appears in the
LCD display above on the right in each menu.

Various methods
possible

You can set parameters in various ways:

Directly select a radio function


Toggle a setting
Select settings
Enter numeric parameters

The keypad can be used to select and enter radio parameters.

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3.28

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.6.1

R&S XU 4200

Direct Selection of Radio Functions

Introduction

After you select a menu, various radio functions will be displayed. Radio
functions are carried out directly after you press the ENTER key.

For example:
Power up the
transmitter with test
modulation

1.
2.

Press the MENU key.


Using the or cursor key, select the MEASUREMENT submenu.

M e a s u r eme n t
3.

Press the ENTER key.


The submenu will be opened.

4.

Using the or cursor key, select the TX PARAMETER submenu.

T X
5.

P a r ame t e r

Press the ENTER key.


The submenu will be opened.

T X

P a r ame t e r

L OC

PWR
0

5 0

1 0 0

MOD
SWR
T e s t
6.

1
2
P T T

T ON E

Using the or cursor key, select the TEST TONE function.

T e s t

P T T

Fig. 3.16
7.

5
T e s t

49
72
1 . 3

T e s t

T ON E

Direct selection of radio functions

Press the ENTER key.


The test will be started. The transmitter will be powered up with a 1 kHz
test tone and 90 % AM modulation.
Note: TX transmission is switched on as long as the ENTER key is
pressed or until the timeout PTT timer switches off the transmission.

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3.4.6.2

Local Control (Local Mode)

Toggling a Setting

Introduction

After you select a menu, various radio functions will be displayed. You can
switch several radio functions on or off by repeatedly pressing the ENTER
key (toggling).

For example:
Switch radio activation on/off

1.

Press the MENU key.


The cursor will point to the OPERATION submenu.

2.

Press the ENTER key.


The OPERATION submenu will be opened and the radio functions will
be displayed. The cursor will point to ACTIVATION.

O p
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F
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3.

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1 2 3 . 8 1
L o

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T X
o w e r

Press the ENTER key.


The function will be switched off.

A c t i v a t i o n
4.

O f f

Press the ENTER key again.


The function will be switched on.

A c t i v a t i o n
Fig. 3.17

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3.30

O n
Toggling a setting

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.6.3

R&S XU 4200

Selecting Settings

Introduction

After you select a menu, various radio functions will be displayed. Some
functions have a further submenu from which you can select a parameter
after you press the ENTER key.

For example:
Select transmit
power

1.

Press the MENU key.


The cursor will point to the OPERATION submenu.

2.

Press the ENTER key.


The cursor will point to ACTIVATION.

3.

Using the or cursor key, select the RF POWER submenu.


Changed (only two dashes)

O p
A
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M
F
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4.

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F

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v a t i o n
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N o
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T X
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OC
n
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5
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Press the ENTER key.


The selection menu will be opened. The cursor will point to the current
setting.

R F P o w e r
L o w
N o r ma l

5.
6.

L
O
A
1 2 3 . 8 1
L o

L OC

Using the or cursor key, select a setting, e.g. NORMAL.


Press the ENTER key.
The selection menu will be closed and the setting will be active.

R F

P o w e r
Fig. 3.18

3.31

N o r ma l
Selecting settings

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3.4.6.4

Local Control (Local Mode)

Entering Numeric Parameters

Introduction

You can enter numeric parameters by using the numeric keys and the
and cursors.
You can enter the value directly via the numeric keypad. Start with the
foremost position. After each digit, the cursor will jump to the next position.
After you enter the last digit, the cursor will remain at that position. To accept the value, press the ENTER key. The system will automatically check
for valid limit values and consistency.

For example:
Frequency entry

1.

Press the MENU key.


The cursor will point to the OPERATION submenu.

2.

Press the ENTER key.


The cursor will point to ACTIVATION.

3.

Using the or cursor key, select FREQUENCY.

O p
A
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M
F
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4.

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N o

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1 2 3 . 8 1
L o

u e n c y
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T X
o w e r

Press the ENTER key.


Digit entry is active. The cursor is located at the first position.

F r e q u e n c y
Enter new value

5.

OC
n
M
5
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1 2 3 . 8 2 5

Overwrite the old value by using the numeric keys, e.g. 117.675 MHz.

F r e q u e n c y

L OC

1 2 3.8 2 5
E n t e r

i n

I CAO

Fig. 3.19

F o r ma t

Frequency entry

Note: You can skip spaces by using the or cursor keys.

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Local Control (Local Mode)

R&S XU 4200

Finish entry

6.

Press the ENTER key.


Numeric entry will become inactive and the new value will be accepted.

Invalid parameter
entry

If the value you entered is outside the acceptable range, the parameter will
not be changed. The previous value will be retained.

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Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7

Overview of All Menus and Functions

3.4.7.1

MAIN Menu

Content
of menus

M e
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t u s
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a t i o n
MAIN menu

Operation

Dual-purpose menu for manual operation and preset operation

see chapter 3.4.7.2

Time/Date

For displaying and setting the radio clock

see chapter 3.4.7.3

Measurement

Measurement of transmit parameters and receive


parameters, supply voltage and operating temperatures

see chapter 3.4.7.4

CBIT Status

Continuous built-in test (CBIT) error message

see chapter 3.4.7.5

Inventory

Hardware and software inventory

see chapter 3.4.7.6

Configuration

Display of configuration parameters

see chapter 3.4.7.7

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Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.2

R&S XU 4200

OPERATION Menu

Meaning of
entries

O p
A
P
M
F
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F

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Fig. 3.21
Display text

Activation

On

OC
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OPERATION menu

Values

Operation

L
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1 2 3 . 8 1
L o

Description
Menu name
On:

Radio is active (possible only in local mode)

Auto: Activation via input *OFF,


see chapter 6.2.5 and 6.2.10
(only possible in remote mode)
Off:

Radio is inactive (supported in


local and remote mode)

When the user changes to local mode, "Auto" is


changed to "On", which activates the radio in local
mode.
Preset No

--

In this example, no Preset No. was selected or a


parameter (frequency, spacing, TX offset) was
changed manually. In both cases, "---" will appear.
In preset mode the number of the currently selected
preset page is displayed in the range 1 to 200.

Mode
Frequency

AM
123.815

AM mode
Frequency value in ICAO format. In this example, the
radio operates in 8.33 kHz spacing on frequency of
123.816666 MHz.
ICAO numeric entry:
112 to 143.975 in 25 k spacing
112 to 143.990 in 8.33 k spacing

3.35

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Display text
Offset TX

Local Control (Local Mode)


Values

Description

--

Transmitter offset is not available in 8.33 kHz spacing. The radio displays "---" here. If frequency of
25 kHz spacing is selected, the parameter value that
is present in the radio database is displayed The
parameter can be changed within 25 kHz spacing.
Depending on whether the 5-carrier offset is enabled
via the service PC (see chapter 3.3) or not, the possible value range is as follows:
- Standard:
-7.5 / -5.0 / -2.5 / 0 / +2.5 / +5.0 / +7.5
- Incl. 5-Carrier:
as above, in addition -8 / -4 / +4 / +8

RF Power

Low

Transmit power level Low is selected.


The following power levels can be selected:
- Low: 5 W
- Normal: 50 W
The values 5 W (Low) and 50 W (Normal) are factory
default settings. They can be change via service PC
(see chapter 3.3).

3.4.7.3

TIME/DATE Menu

Meaning
of entries

T i me / D a t e

1 4 : 0 2 : 1 5
2 0 0 6 / 0 1 / 0 1

Fig. 3.22
Display text
Time/Date

TIME/DATE menu

Values
-

Time

14:02:15

Date

2006/01/01

Description
Menu name
Time display and setting (HH : MM : SS)
Date display and setting (YYYY / MM / DD)

Note: For setting time and date you can select the digit entry by using the
cursor keys and overwrite the old value by using the numeric keys.

6125.0455.12.02

3.36

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.4

R&S XU 4200

MEASUREMENT Menu

Meaning
of entries

M e
T
R
S
T

a s u r eme
X P a r am
X P a r am
u p p l y
emp e r a t

Fig. 3.23
Display text

n t
e t e r
e t e r
u r e

MEASUREMENT menu
Description

Measurement

Name of menu

TX Parameter

Submenu for displaying the transmit parameters

see chapter 3.4.7.4.1

RX Parameter

Submenu for displaying the receive parameters

see chapter 3.4.7.4.2

Supply

Submenu for displaying the supply voltage

see chapter 3.4.7.4.3

Temperature

Submenu for displaying the operating temperature

see chapter 3.4.7.4.4

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3.4.7.4.1

Local Control (Local Mode)

TX PARAMETER Menu

Meaning
of entries

T X

P a r ame t e r

L OC

PWR
0

5 0

1 0 0

MOD
SWR
T e s t

1
2
P T T

Fig. 3.24
Display text

5
T e s t

4 . 9
0
1 . 2
T ON E

TX PARAMETER menu

Values

Description

PWR

4.9 W

Display of transmit power as bar chart and numeric


value (with decimal place up to 9.9 W; no decimal place
starting from 10 W).

MOD

0%

Display of modulation depth for AM as bar chart and


numeric value, for example.

SWR

1.2

Display of the antenna matching as a bar chart and


numeric value (optimum, VSWR = 1; otherwise, value in
range 1 to approx. 26).

Test PTT

Test for PTT function


Transmitter can be powered up in the unmodulated CW
mode via the ENTER key.

Test TONE

Test for TONE function


Transmitter can be powered up at test modulation
1 kHz and 90 % via the ENTER key.
Note: TX transmission is switched on as long as the
ENTER key is pressed or until the timeout PTT timer
switches off the transmission.

6125.0455.12.02

3.38

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.4.2

RX PARAMETER Menu

Meaning
of entries

R X P a r ame t e r
R S S I
- 1 2 0 d Bm

Fig. 3.25
Display text
RSSI

R&S XU 4200

1 0

RX PARAMETER menu

Values
-120 dBm

L OC
- 1 2 0

Description
Display of receive power as bar chart and numeric
value.
In this example no RF signal can be received.

3.39

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3.4.7.4.3

Local Control (Local Mode)

SUPPLY Menu

Meaning
of entries

S u p p l y
BA T T E R Y
DC S E C

L OC
3 1 . 4 V
2 7 . 7 V

Fig. 3.26
Display text

SUPPLY menu

Values

Supply Voltages

Description

Menu name

BATTERY

+31.4 V

Display of battery voltage

DC SEC

+27.7 V

Display of secondary voltage from power supply unit

3.4.7.4.4

TEMPERATURE Menu

Meaning
of entries

T e
R
T
P
P

mp e r a t
X B o a r
X B o a r
S U n i t
A B o a r

Fig. 3.27
Display text
Temperature

u r e
d
d
d

3
8
2
7

C
C
C
C

TEMPERATURE menu

Values
-

4
3
4
5

Description
Menu name

RX Board

+43 C

Temperature display of receiver board A3

TX Board

+38 C

Temperature display of transmitter board A1

PS Unit

+42 C

Temperature display of power supply unit

PA Board

+57 C

Temperature display of power amplifier board A4

6125.0455.12.02

3.40

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.5

R&S XU 4200

CBIT STATUS Menu

Meaning
of entries

CB I T S t a t u s
T X CB I T S t a t u s
R X CB I T S t a t u s

Fig. 3.28
Display text

CBIT STATUS menu


Description

CBIT Status

Menu name

TX CBIT Status

Submenu for displaying the TX CBIT status

see below

RX CBIT Status

Submenu for displaying the RX CBIT Status

see below

TX CBIT STATUS
Meaning
of entries

T X
1
2
2
3
3

0
0
0
1
3

CB I T S t
2 NOGO
2 P S U F
3 P S U T
7 P A T E
6 L OCA L

Fig. 3.29
Display text (error code)
TX CBIT Status

a t u s
AN
EMP
MP
MOD E

TX CBIT STATUS

Status
-

E
E
W
W
W

Description
Menu name

102 NOGO

ERROR

General fault in radio; at least one CBIT error message


is active

202 PSU FAN

ERROR

No rotation of power supply unit fan.

203 PSU TEMP

WARNING

Temperature exceeded on PSU Board

317 PA TEMP

WARNING

Temperature exceeded on PA board

336 LOCAL MODE

WARNING

If necessary, entering the local mode can be stored as


CBIT warning and event. However, this function must
first be configured via service PC. Unauthorized local
control can then be detected and forwarded to the
remote control system as a warning.

3.41

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Local Control (Local Mode)

RX CBIT STATUS
Meaning
of entries

R X
1
2
2
4
4

0
0
0
0
1

CB I T S t
2 NOGO
1 P S U F
3 P S U T
7
I F OV
0 S Y N T H

Fig. 3.30
Display text (error code)
RX CBIT Status
102 NOGO

a t u s
AN
EMP
E R L OAD
UN L OCK

RX CBIT STATUS

Status
ERROR

E
W
W
W
E

Description
Menu name
General fault in radio; at least one CBIT error message
is active

201 PSU FAN

WARNING

Rotation speed of power supply unit fan too low

203 PSU TEMP

WARNING

Temperature exceeded on PSU Board

407 IF OVERLOAD

WARNING

Signal overload in intermediate frequency section

410 SYNTH UNLOCK

6125.0455.12.02

ERROR

PLL synthesizer unlocked in receiver module

3.42

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.6

R&S XU 4200

INVENTORY Menu

Meaning
of entries

I n v e
D E V
SWM
HWM
SW
FW
HWM
HWM

n t o r y
X U
OD D S
OD KK
MM
MM
OD
I N
OD V U

Fig. 3.31
Display text

4
4
4
I
I
4
4

2
2
2
2
2

0
0
0
C
F
4
0

0
0 CD
0 HOU S I N
T R L
PGA
0 S U P P L Y
0 T RAN SM

INVENTORY menu
Description

Inventory

Menu name

DEV XU4200

Submenu for displaying the radio identification

SWMOD DS4200 CD

Submenu for displaying the software package (Release)

HWMOD KK4200 HOUSIN

Submenu for displaying a hardware module

SW MMI-CTRL

Submenu for displaying a software component

FW MMI-FPGA

Submenu for displaying a firmware component

HWMOD IN4240 SUPPLY

Submenu for displaying a hardware module

see below

HWMOD VU4200 TRANSM Submenu for displaying a hardware module


Scroll bar on the right

Indication for further entries

3.43

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Local Control (Local Mode)

Display format (identification)


Meaning
of entries

D E
I
S
V
D

V
X U 4 2 0
D
6 1 3 0
E R
1 0 0 0
E R S 0 2 . 0
A T E 2 0 0 6

Fig. 3.32
Display text
DEV XU4200

0
. 2 0 0 0 . 0 2
0 1 . 0 0 0
2
/ 0 5 / 1 5

INVENTORY menu: display format

Values
-

Description
Device designation (or hardware, software, firmware)

ID

6130.2000.02

Display of the ID number

SER

1000201.000

Display of the serial number

VERS

02.02

DATE

2006/05/15

6125.0455.12.02

Display of the version number


Display of the manufactory date

3.44

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.7

R&S XU 4200

CONFIGURATION Menu

Meaning
of entries

C o
I
R
F

n f i g u r
P A d d r
S 4 8 5
r e q u en

Fig. 3.33
Display text

a t i o n
e s s
A d d r e s s
c y B l o c k

CONFIGURATION menu
Description

Configuration

Menu name

IP Address

Submenu for displaying the network parameters

RS485

Submenu for displaying the serial interface parameters

Frequency Block

Submenu for displaying the frequency blocking


ranges

3.4.7.7.1

IP ADDRESS Menu

Meaning
of entries

I P A d d r e s s
T X Mo d u l e
R X Mo d u l e

Fig. 3.34
Display text

IP ADDRESS menu
Description

IP Address

Menu name

TX Module

Submenu for displaying the network parameters (transmitter)

see below

RX Module

Submenu for displaying the network parameters (receiver)

see below

3.45

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Local Control (Local Mode)

Display format (configuration)


Meaning
of entries

T X Mo d u l e
I P
1 9 2 . 1 6 8 . 0 5 2 . 1 0 2
MA S K 2 5 5 . 2 5 5 . 2 5 5 . 0 0 0
GA T E 1 9 2 . 1 6 8 . 0 5 2 . 0 0 1

Fig. 3.35
Display text
TX Module

IP ADDRESS Menu: Display Format

Values
-

Description
Network parameter of module

IP

192.168.052.102

IP address (default address in this example)

MASK

255.255.255.000

Mask address

GATE

192.168.052.001

Gate address

Meaning
of entries

R X Mo d u l e
I P
1 9 2 . 1 6 8 . 0 5 2 . 1 0 1
MA S K 2 5 5 . 2 5 5 . 2 5 5 . 0 0 0
GA T E 1 9 2 . 1 6 8 . 0 5 2 . 0 0 1

Fig. 3.36
Display text
RX Module

IP ADDRESS Menu: Display Format

Values
-

Description
Network parameter of module

IP

192.168.052.101

IP address (default address in this example)

MASK

255.255.255.000

Mask address

GATE

192.168.052.001

Gate address

6125.0455.12.02

3.46

Local Control (Local Mode)

3.4.7.7.2

R&S XU 4200

RS485 Address

Meaning
of entries

R S 4 8 5 A d d r e s s
T X - Mo d u l e
R X - Mo d u l e

Fig. 3.37
Display text

RS485 Address menu


Description

RS485 Address

Menu name

TX Module

Submenu for displaying the serial interface parameters of the transmitter

RX Module

Submenu for displaying the serial interface parameters of the receiver

3.47

see below

6125.0455.12.02

R&S XU 4200

Local Control (Local Mode)

Indication of RS485 Address of Transmitter Module


Meaning
of entries

T X
A
B
S
D
P

d
a
t
a
a

M
d
u
o
t
r

Fig. 3.38
Display text

o d u l e
r e s s
d
r a t e
p b i t s
a b i t s
i t y

Indication of RS485 Address of TX menu

Values

TX Module
Address

3
9 6 0 0
1
8
N o n e

Description
Menu name

Logical Address (range: 1 9999)

Baud rate

9600

Baud rate (range: 1200 115200)

Stop bits

1 (fixed)

Stop bits

Data bits

8 (fixed)

Data bits

Parity

N (fixed)

Parity

Frequency Block
Meaning
of entries

F r e q u e n c y B l o c k
T X - Mo d u l e
R X - Mo d u l e

Fig. 3.39
Display text

Frequency Block menu


Description

Frequency Block

Menu name

TX Module

Submenu for displaying the serial interface parameters of the transmitter

RX Module

Submenu for displaying the serial interface parameters of the receiver

6125.0455.12.02

3.48

Local Control (Local Mode)

R&S XU 4200

Indication of Frequency Blocking Ranges


Meaning
of entries

F r e q u e n
1
1 1 2 .
2
1 2 2 .
3
1 3 0 .
4
1 4 0 .

Fig. 3.40
Display text
112.000-114.9990

c
0
5
7
0

y
0
7
5
0

0
5
0
0

B
0
0
0
0

l
-

o
1
1
1
1

c
1
2
3
4

k
4
2
6
2

.
.
.
.

9
6
0
0

9
5
0
0

9
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

Indication of Frequency Blocking Ranges


Description

This menu is a read-only display of configured


frequency blocks. Frequencies are given in MHz.

3.49

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Remote Control (Remote Mode)

3.5

Remote Control (Remote Mode)

3.5.1

Radio Control via LAN

Fig. 3.41

Radio control via LAN

Note: The remote control and fault management features of transceiver are
based on the typical customer systems. For a detailed description of the
remote control commands, see chapter 6.3.

6125.0455.12.02

3.50

Remote Control (Remote Mode)

3.5.2

R&S XU 4200

Radio Control via RS485

Radio control via


RS485

The R&S XU 4200 supports remote control via serial line interface RS485.
A maximum of eight devices can be put on one RS bus. Additionally there
must be connected one RC client which controls the connected device.The
R&S XU 4200 does not support RS485 bus configurations with more than
one RC client.

Fig. 3.42

Radio control via RS485

Note: The remote contol and fault management features of the R&S XU
4200 are based on the typical customer systems. For a detailed description
of the remote control commands see chapter 6.3.

3.51

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R&S XU 4200

Main/Standby Operation (1:1)

3.6

Main/Standby Operation (1:1)

3.6.1

Requirements for Proper Functioning

This chapter

This chapter provides information about the cabling and configuration of the
radio pair for the main/standby operation.
1.

2.

3.

Cross-connect the sum test outputs (TEST-OC) and *OFF (X10 or X5


transceiver) inputs of the two devices by using the cabling described in
Fig. 3.43.
Use the R&S ZS4200 to configure one of the two devices as Main
(=A) and the other one as Standby (=B) unit.
The R&S ZS4200 has to be used also for the NOGO configuration.
The following settings have to be done in the local mode or via the
remote control system.
Both radios (in transceiver radios: the four radio modules 2x TX and 2x
RX) have to be set to "AUTO" via the remote control command
"MS_AC" or they could be configured to activation state "ON" in the local mode (see Fig. 3.46).
After leaving the local mode, the device will automatically switch to the
"AUTO" mode and will be ready for the main/standby over switch (see
Fig. 3.47). In this case input *OFF will be activated enabled (X5.7 on
transceiver).

Note: If one radio is in local mode while the other one is in remote mode,
then the local operated radio is active and the second one is inactive. Constellation remains even when the local mode is left. The main/standby over
switch capability of the radio pair is now available in remote mode or noncontrolled mode.

6125.0455.12.02

3.52

Main/Standby Operation (1:1)

Fig. 3.43

R&S XU 4200

Main/Standby Configuration

3.53

6125.0455.12.02

R&S XU 4200

3.6.2

Main/Standby Operation (1:1)

Behaviour of the Main/Standby Configuration with Power


On

This chapter

Both radios have to be powered up. If there is no failure, the radios are
booting and will get into the following state. The radio configured as "Main"
has to indicate the "GO" and "VOP" LEDs and shows the status "ACT" on
the display, the radio CBIT status is "OK". The second radio configured as
"Standby" has to indicate the "GO" LED while the "VOP" LED remains dark.
In addition, the display shows the status "INACT" and the CBIT status
shows a warning (warning 101 INACTIVE W). The figures above show the
radios displays after booting. The second radio is ready for main/standby
over switch.

For example:
VHF transceiver

X U 4 2 0 0
D E V I C E 1

2 1 : 0 4 : 1 3
MA I N

119 1250
ACT

AM -

CB I T - S T A T U S :
Fig. 3.44

X U 4 2 0 0
D E V I C E 2

OK

Active Device 1

2 1 : 0 4 : 1 3
S T ANDB Y
AM -

119 1250
I NACT
.

CB I T - S T A T U S :
1 0 1
I NAC T I V E
Fig. 3.45

6125.0455.12.02

WA RN I NG
W

Inactive Device 2

3.54

Main/Standby Operation (1:1)

OP
A
P
M
F
S
O
R
Fig. 3.46

3.6.3

R
t
e
d
e
a
f
-

A
i
s
e
q
c
s
P

T I ON
v a t i o n
e t
N o
u
i
e
w

e n c y
n g
t - T X
r

L
O
A
1 2 3 . 8 2
2
L o

OC
n
M
5
5
w

Device in Local Mode (LOC) activation state On

OP
A
P
M
F
S
O
R
Fig. 3.47

E
c
r
o
r
p
f
F

R&S XU 4200

E
c
r
o
r
p
f
F

R
t
e
d
e
a
f
-

A
i
s
e
q
c
s
P

T I ON
v a t i o n
e t
N o
u
i
e
w

e n c y
n g
t - T X
r

AU T
A
1 2 3 . 8 2
2
L o

O
M
5
5
w

Device in remote control mode activation state AUTO

Behaviour at Remote Control

This chapter

When the command "MS_GO" was sent via remote control, the radio
switches to ACTIVE state irrespective of the previous state. Refering to the
settings mentioned above, the radio which got this command becomes
active and the partner device (cross-connected via X5) becomes inactive.
The "MS_GO" command is ignored by the radio if at least one of its modules is set to OFF state. A radio can be set to OFF or to AUTO state using
the "MS_AC" command. When the command "MS_AC" with the parameter
OFF was sent via remote control, the radio switches to INACTIVE state
irrespective of the previous state. The partner device (X5 or X10 for transceiver) gets ACTIVE if it is in AUTO state.
There are different ways to switch between the radio states. Using the
remote control mode, it is possible to send the "MS_GO" or "MS_AC"
command to toggle the radio state. In the manual mode, it is possible to
press the "LOC" button to get the radio into the inactive state. After leaving
the local mode, the radio will keep this state.
Note: More details about the Main/Standby and remote control are provided in the LAN Interface Control Document available on demand from
Rohde & Schwarz at extra charge (order no. 6133.8745.00).

3.55

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3.6.4

Main/Standby Operation (1:1)

Behaviour in Case of Device Errors

This chapter

If an error or NOGO warning occur on the "Main" radio the "Standby" radio,
will be activated via the TEST_OC line. The "Standby" device will
become active and switch the "Main" radio inactive by serving the crossconnected *OFF line. The device pair is now settled in a stable state.
Even if an error or NOGO warning disappear on the inactive "Main" radio,
the "Standby" radio will stay active. In the case that there will be an error on
the active "Standby" device, an over switch to the "Main" radio could be
done.

Device 1 "Main"
Display

LED

Device 2 "Standby"
Display

LED

Stable State after


booting

See Fig. 3.44

VOP = active

See Fig. 3.45

VOP = inactive

Active Device

GO = active

Inactive Device

GO = active

Error or NOGO
warning on
Device 1 after
main/standby
over switch

See Fig. 3.45

VOP = inactive

See Fig. 3.44

VOP = active

Inactive Device

GO = inactive

Active Device

GO = active

Fig. 3.48

6125.0455.12.02

Device in Local Mode

3.56

Motor Tuned Telsa Filter

3.7

R&S XU 4200

Motor Tuned Telsa Filter

This chapter

The Telsa Automatic Cavity Filter is optional hardware equipment and is not
contained in standard shipment. For using the Telsa Automatic Cavity Filter
together with R&S XU4200 radio, the filter must be connected to radios
RS485 interface. In case of a transceiver R&S XU4200 the filter must always be connected to the TX-module via X7. Additionally the filter has to be
activated in the radio using the R&S ZS4200 Service and Maintenance
application.
Note: The R&S XU4200 supports the Telsa Automatic Cavity Filter (VHF
Automatic Cavity Filter T05120410).

RS485

Fig. 3.49

Transceiver with Bus and Filter

Note: If the filter is used, the standard RS485 remote control interface
functionality of the radio is automatically disabled.
Note: Enabling the external motor Telsa filter will reduce the frequency
range (118 to 143.975 MHz).

3.57

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R&S XU 4200

Motor Tuned Telsa Filter

Fig. 3.50

6125.0455.12.02

External bus configuration for filter connection

3.58

Visual Inspection

R&S XU 4200

Malfunction

This chapter

This chapter provides information concerning visual inspection and


troubleshooting

Further
information

Chapter 3.1 contains an overview of transceiver control elements, indicators, etc.


Chapter 3 describes how to put the radio into operation.

4.1

Visual Inspection

4.1.1

Cabling Check
Danger of burns on rear panel!

CAUTION

The rear panel is extremely hot around common antenna X3 and the power
supply unit (plugs X1, X2) owing to the radio's high transmit power. A label
indicates the hot area.
Do not directly touch the rear panel during or soon after operation.

ATTENTION

Cabling check

If a connector shows any discoloration caused by heat, the mating connector is also defective and must be replaced, too.

1.
2.

Check external cabling between the complete transceiver and external


equipment.
Check all connectors for good contact and the cables at the rear for
mechanical damage.
If necessary, replace cables with new ones, one at a time, until the
defective connection has been found.
Note: Obvious damage of minor importance can be eliminated on the
spot, provided that the appropriate equipment is available. In case of
severe damage, the transceiver must be sent to the nearest repair facility.

4.1

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4.1.2

Visual Inspection

Checking the LED State

Introduction

The LEDs on the front panel of the radio display the status of various
settings and operating modes. If the LEDs AC, DC, GO or VOP are not
illuminated, there are a number of possible reasons.

Fig. 4.1
Indication
LED AC
not illuminated

Checking the LED state

Possible cause of fault

Remedy

With AC operation only:


If the secondary voltage of approx.
28 V is displayed (see chapter
3.4.7.4.3), LED AC is defective

Return radio to our service center


for replacement

With AC/DC operation only:

LED DC
not illuminated

LED GO
not illuminated

Mains connector not plugged in, no


mains voltage available

Plug in mains connector X1, check


mains voltage (see chapter
3.4.7.4.3)

Fuse F1 or F2 in AC line input


defective

Return radio to our service center


for checking

With AC/DC operation only:


Battery connector not plugged in or
no DC voltage available (or reversed
polarities)

Plug in battery connector X3 and


check battery voltage (see chapter
3.4.7.4.3)

Fuse F3 in DC line input defective

Return radio to our service center


for checking

CBIT detected error

Check CBIT status

(At least one CBIT error or NOGO


warning exists in the radio)

Check NOGO configuration via


service PC
Check radio environment (antenna,
DC voltage)

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Visual Inspection

R&S XU 4200

Indication
LED VOP
not illuminated

4.1.3

Possible cause of fault

Remedy

Radio set to "OFF"


Activate radio using proper remote
(standby operation). Display shows
control command (see chapter
INACT in standard operating display. 6.3.5) or switchover to active mode
locally (see chapter 3.4.7.2)
Hardware input *OFF on rear panel
connector X5.7 and X10.7 is connected to ground.

Check hardware Input *OFF on


connector X5.7 and X10.7 if a
contact to ground is applied.

Radio was switched off remotely via


remote control command or locally
via front panel of the radio.

Activate radio using proper remote


control command or switch over to
active mode locally.

Checking the CBIT State

Displayed warnings
and/or error messages

For detection of device and system failures, continuous built-in test (CBIT)
functions are implemented in the equipment.

The CBIT starts directly after switching on the transceiver.

Warnings and/or error messages produced during ongoing operation


are displayed in the CBIT STATUS menu (see chapter 3.4.7.5).
When malfunctions (warning or error message) are detected, the
failure is signalled to the connected remote control unit.
CBIT always indicates the existing state, which means that as long as a
message is being indicated by CBIT, this problem persists.

4.3

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4.2

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

CBIT events

The following table lists all possible CBIT events.


Note: In most cases of error, the transceiver will need to be transferred to
the nearest service.

Description of
columns

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Column

Description

Code

Code is the unique number for this kind of event.

Message

Message is the designation of this event.

Level

Level is a ranking of this event (W = warning; E = error).


Warnings and errors will be logged into CBIT status list.
Errors and NOGO warnings additionally cause NOGO
(LED GO not illuminated, error code 0102).

Config

Config states the configurability of each event:


W = event can be configured as warning,
N = event can be configured to cause NOGO.

Notes

Notes describes the reasons and if necessary the


reaction of the radio when the event occurs.

Action

Action describes what the user can do to eliminate the


cause of the event.

4.4

Troubleshooting

4.2.1

R&S XU 4200

TX CBIT Events

Code

Message

Level Config

0101

INACTIVE WARNING

0102

NOGO ERROR

Note

Radio was switched to


Check VOP LED (see
the inactive mode, e.g.
chapter 4.1.2).
via the *OFF contact on
Check hardware input
the rear panel or by
*OFF on connector X5.7.
software command
(see chapter 6.3.5) or Check software settings.
locally on the radio (see
chapter 3.4.7.2).
Radio switches to
NOGO state.
The NOGO error is the
general fault in the
radio and corresponds
to the GO LED. At least
one error or one NOGO
warning exists.

0103

MAIN FAN WARNING

Action

Check NOGO configuration via service PC (see


chapter 3.3).
Analyze the CBIT status
in detail in order to find
out what is actually the
fault.

Rotation speed of main Check airflow of fans and


fan is low.
clear the ventilation
opening.
Also check the internal
temperatures in the radio
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.4) to
determine whether
operation can be maintained for an indefinite
time.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0104

MAIN FAN ERROR

Main fan is not running


or blocked.

Send radio to service.

0201

PSU FAN WARNING

Rotation speed of PSU Check airflow of fans and


fan is low.
clear the ventilation
opening.
Also check the internal
PSU temperature (see
chapter 3.4.7.4.4) to
determine whether
operation can be
maintained for a certain
time.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0202

PSU FAN ERROR

PSU fan is not running


or blocked.

4.5

Send radio to service.

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Code

Message

0203

PSU TEMP
WARNING

Troubleshooting
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Temperature on PSU Check airflow of fans and


board is over warning
ambient temperature.
limit. Transmitter power
Clear the ventilation
is reduced to 25 W.
opening.
This behavior is normal
with extreme ambient
temperature, 115 V AC
supply and continuous
transmission.

If this fails to eliminate


the fault, send radio to
service.

0204

PSU TEMP ERROR

Fan on the PSU board


is blocked.

See PSU TEMP


WARNING above

0301

TX DC BATTERY

W/N

DC battery voltage on
X2 is missing or low.

Check whether the DC


voltage is properly
connected to X2.
Measure DC voltage
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
If no DC voltage is
connected, the
configuration must be
appropriate for this (see
chapter 3.3).
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0302

TX AC MAIN

W/N

AC main voltage on X1
is missing or low.

Check whether the AC


voltage is properly
connected to X1.
If no AC voltage is
connected, the configuration must be appropriate
for this (see chapter 3.3).
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0303

PA DC 28V VLT LOW

0304

PA DC 28V
OVERVOLT

DC voltage on PA
Check DC voltage on X2
board is less than 22 V. (see chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
Transmitter power is
reduced.
DC voltage on PA
board is more than
32 V.

Check the DC voltage on


X2; normally the voltage
there must never be
more than 32 V (this is
the final charging voltage
of the 24 V lead battery).
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

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Troubleshooting

R&S XU 4200

Code

Message

Level Config

Note

Action

0305

PA DC 28V
UNDERVOLT

DC voltage on PA
Check DC voltage on X2
board is less than 19 V.
(battery may be
Transmitter is switched
discharged).
off.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0306

TX DC 1.2V FAIL

DC regulator 1.2 V on
TX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0307

TX DC 1.5V FAIL

DC regulator 1.5 V on
TX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0308

TX DC 5.7V FAIL

DC regulator 5.7 V on
TX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0309

TX DC 8.7V FAIL

DC regulator 8.7 V on
TX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0310

TX DC 28V X7 FAIL

Internal secondary
voltage 28 V on TX
board under 19 V.

Check connected
equipment on X7.1/2.
Check the voltage; a
short circuit may have
occurred.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0311

TX DC 28V PTT FAIL

PTT DC regulator 28 V
on TX board beyond
limit.

Send radio to service.

0312

TX DC -48V PTT FAIL

PTT DC regulator
-48 V on TX board over
-16 V.

Send radio to service.

0313

TX DC -11V FAIL

DC regulator -11 V on
TX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0314

TX DC -5.7V FAIL

DC regulator -5.7 V on
TX board beyond limit
-5.7 V 400 mV.

Send radio to service.

0315

TX INT REF UNLOCK

Internal reference
unlocks.

Send radio to service.

0316

TX SYNTH UNLOCK

Synthesizer unlocks.

Send radio to service.

Transmission is
blocked.

4.7

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Code

Message

0317

PA TEMP WARNING

Troubleshooting
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Temperature on PA
board is over warning
limits (80 C).

Check airflow of fans and


ambient temperature.
Clear the ventilation
opening.

Output power is reduced step by step.


This behavior is normal
with continuous operation and +55 C ambient temperature.
0318

PA TEMP ERROR

Temperature on PA
board is over error limits (100 C).

Check the antenna, and


measure VSWR (see
chapter 3.4.7.4). A high
VSWR may cause a
heavy power loss in the
transmitter.
Send radio to service.

Transmitter is switched
off.
0319

TX TEMP WARNING

Temperature on TX
board is over warning
limits (80 C).
Output power is reduced step by step.

Check airflow of fans and


ambient temperature.
Clear the ventilation
opening.

This behavior is normal


with continuous operation and +55C ambient
temperature.
0320

TX TEMP ERROR

Temperature on TX
board is over error limits (100 C).

Send radio to service.

0321

PA NO OUTPUT
PWR

Output power is less


than 500 mW.

Send radio to service.

0322

PA POWER LOW
-1DB

Output power decreases by 1 dB.

Check temperature (see


chapter 3.4.7.4.4)
Check VSWR (see chapter 3.4.7.4.1)
Check DC voltage (see
chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
See CBIT messages
0325 to 0328.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

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4.8

Troubleshooting
Code

Message

0323

PA POWER LOW
-3DB

R&S XU 4200
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Output power decreases by 3 dB.

Check temperature (see


chapter 3.4.7.4.4)
Check VSWR (see
chapter 3.4.7.4.1)
Check DC voltage (see
chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
See CBIT messages
0325 to 0328.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0324

PA POWER HIGH
+1DB

Output power increases


by 1 dB.

Send radio to service.

Transmitter is switched
off.
0325

0326

PA POWER
REDUCED DC

PA PWR
REDUCED VSWR

Output power was


reduced due to DC
voltage on PA board
warning.

Check supply voltage


(see chapter 3.4.7.4.3).

Output power was


reduced due to VSWR
warning.

Switch off and check


antenna cabling. Switch
on the transmitter again
in order to check VSWR
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.1)

VSWR is above 2.

If this fails to eliminate


the fault, send radio to
service.

If this fails to eliminate


the fault, send radio to
service.
0327

PA PWR
REDUCED TEMP

Output power was


reduced due to temperature of PA board
warning.

Check airflow of fans and


ambient temperature.
Clear the ventilation
opening.

This behavior is normal Check the antenna, and


with continuous operameasure VSWR (see
tion and +55 C ambi- chapter 3.4.7.4.1). A high
ent temperature.
VSWR may cause a
heavy power loss in the
transmitter.
0328

PWR REDUCED PSU


TEMP

Output power was


reduced due to temperature of PSU board
warning.

Check airflow of fans and


ambient temperature.
Clear the ventilation
opening.

This behavior is normal


with extreme ambient
temperature, 115 V AC
supply and continuous
transmission.

If this fails to eliminate


the fault, send radio to
service.

4.9

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Code

Message

0329

TX I/Q
OVERLOAD

Troubleshooting
Level Config
W

Note

Action

I/Q overload in digital


IQ control loop; power
is reduced step by step
to avoid overload.

Measure VSWR (see


chapter 3.4.7.4.1).

Note: Digital control


ensures optimal I/Q
modulation and good
harmonic distortion
under all operating
conditions.

Check DC voltage (see


chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
If the VSWR is above 1.5
and at the same time the
DC supply is less than
28 V, than the radio is
operating correctly and
the CBIT warning is ok.
Otherwise send radio to
service.

0330

TX I/Q LOOP
UNLOCK

Digital loop not running.

Send radio to service.

0331

PA VSWR
ABOVE 2

VSWR is above 2.

Switch off and check


antenna cabling. Switch
on and test PTT function
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.1)
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0332

TX WD RESTART

Indication of restart
after watchdog timer
expires.

This may be a software


error. Please report it to
service. Restart and
observe.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0333

TX DSP ERROR

Error in DSP.

Send radio to service.

0334

TX NO MMI
CONNECT

Error in communication
with MMI.

Send radio to service.

0335

TX USB CONNECT

If this warning was


configured via the service PC (see chapter
3.3), you will get a
warning message when
the USB is connected.

0336

TX LOCAL MODE

Radio was switched to


The user has to
local mode. The CBIT
configure whether the
message disappears local mode is to generate
when you switch back the CBIT warning or not.
to non-controlled mode
Please check
or remote mode.
configuration via service
PC (see chapter 3.3).
Entering and leaving
the local mode including time stamp will be
stored in the event log.

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4.10

Troubleshooting
Code

Message

0337

TX PTT TIMEOUT
EXPIR

R&S XU 4200
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Timeout for PTT


expired.

Check if the PTT button


is released.
Make sure that the PTT
button works properly.
If this fails to eleminate
the fault, send the radio
to the service.
Please check
configuration via service
PC (see chapter 3.3)

0338

TX EXT VSWR HIGH


X7

External voltage (from


SWR detecotr) X7.8
exceeds configured
limit.

Please check antenna


connected to antenna or
external detector. Key
PTT angain and check if
the warning disappears.
Please check
configuration via service
PC (see chapter 3.3)

0339

EXT FILTER
TIMEOUT

Timeout for tuning external motor filter expired (Filter is not tuned
correctly)
No transmitting possible.

0340

EXT FILTER ALARM

At least one of the Filter


state criterias (READY,
ALARM, STARTUP,
TEST or frequency
value) is not ok.
No transmit is possible.

0341

EXT FILTER LOCAL

External motor tuned


Telsa filter is in local
mode.

4.11

Check external filter is


connected properly and
working well. Then try to
tune it again (set new
radio frequency again).
Disable external motor
filter via USB if it is not
intended to use it.
Check external motor
filter and its connection
to the radio. The filter
must not be in TEST
mode. If necessary
restart the filter. Wait for
finishing STARTUP. Try
again to set radio
frequency.
Check external filter,
leave LOCAL control at
the filter or wait until filter
is automatically leaving
this mode. Try to set
radio frequency again.

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4.2.2

Troubleshooting

RX CBIT Events

Code

Message

Level Config

0101

INACTIVE WARNING

0102

NOGO ERROR

Note

Radio was switched to


Check VOP LED (see
the inactive mode, e.g.
chapter 4.1.2).
via the *OFF contact on
Check hardware input
the rear panel or by
*OFF on connector
software command
X10.7.
(see chapter 6.3.5) or
locally on the radio (see Check software settings.
chapter 3.4.7.2).
Radio switches to
NOGO state.
The NOGO error is the
general fault in the radio and corresponds to
the GO LED. At least
one error or one NOGO
warning exists.

0103

MAIN FAN WARNING

Action

Check NOGO configuration via service PC (see


chapter 3.3).
Analyze the CBIT status
in detail in order to find
out what is actually the
fault.

Rotation speed of main Check airflow of fans and


fan is low.
clear the ventilation
opening.
Also check the internal
temperatures in the radio
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.4) to
determine whether
operation can be
maintained for a certain
time.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0104

MAIN FAN ERROR

Main fan is not running


or blocked.

Send radio to service.

0201

PSU FAN WARNING

Rotation speed of PSU Check airflow of fans and


fan is low.
clear the ventilation
opening.
Also check the internal
PSU temperature (see
chapter 3.4.7.4.4) to
determine whether
operation can be
maintained for a certain
time.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0202

PSU FAN ERROR

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PSU fan is not running


or blocked.

4.12

Send radio to service.

Troubleshooting
Code

Message

0203

PSU TEMP
WARNING

R&S XU 4200
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Temperature on PSU
board is over warning
limit.

Check airflow of fans and


ambient temperature.
Clear the ventilation
opening.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0204

PSU TEMP ERROR

Fan on the PSU board


is blocked.

See PSU TEMP


WARNING

0401

RX DC BATTERY

W/N

DC battery voltage on
X2 is missing or low.

Check whether the DC


voltage is properly
connected to X2.
Measure DC voltage
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
If no DC voltage is
connected, the
configuration must be
appropriate for this (see
chapter 3.3).
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0402

RX AC MAIN

W/N

AC main voltage on X1
is missing or low.

Check whether the AC


voltage is properly
connected to X1.
Measure AC voltage (see
chapter 3.4.7.4.3).
If no AC voltage is
connected, the configuration must be appropriate
for this (see chapter 3.3).
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0403

RX DC 28V VLT LOW

DC voltage on RX
Check DC voltage on X2
board is less than 22 V. (see chapter 3.4.7.4.3).

0404

RX DC 28V
OVERVOLT

DC voltage 28 V on RX Check the DC voltage on


board is more than
X2; normally the voltage
32 V.
there must never be
more than 32 V (this is
the final charging voltage
of the 24 V lead battery).
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0405

RX INT REF
UNLOCK

Internal reference
unlocks.

4.13

Send radio to service.

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Code

Message

0406

RX RF OVERLOAD

Troubleshooting
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Input RF signal is
>+10 dBm.

Receive signal too large.


Check antenna signal
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.2);
there may be large
signals in the VHF range.
Disconnect the antenna
from the receiver and
check the signal level of
the antenna signal.
If the antenna signal is
less +10 dBm, send the
radio to service.

0407

RX IF OVERLOAD

Input RF signal is too


Receive signal too large.
large or RF AGC failure
Check antenna signal
occurred.
(see chapter 3.4.7.4.2);
there may be large
signals in the VHF range.
Disconnect the antenna
from the receiver and
check the signal level of
the antenna signal.
If the antenna signal is
less +10 dBm, send the
radio to service.

0408

RX DSP ERROR

Error in DSP.

Send radio to service.

0409

RX WD RESTART

Indication of restart
after watchdog timer
expires.

This may be a software


error. Please report it to
service. Restart and
observe.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0410

RX SYNTH UNLOCK

Synthesizer unlocks.

Send radio to service.

0411

RX TEMP WARNING

Temperature on RX
board is over warning
limit.

Check airflow of fans and


ambient temperature.
Clear the ventilation
opening.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0412

RX TEMP ERROR

Temperature on RX
board is over error limit
(85 C).

Send radio to service.

0413

RX NO MMI
CONNECT

Error in communication
with MMI.

Send radio to service.

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Troubleshooting

R&S XU 4200

Code

Message

Level Config

Note

Action

0414

RX USB CONNECT

If this warning was


configured via the
service PC (see
chapter 3.3), you will
get a warning message
when the USB is connected.

0415

RX LOCAL MODE

Radio was switched to


The user has to
local mode. The CBIT
configure whether the
message disappears local mode is to generate
when you switch back the CBIT warning or not.
to non-controlled mode
Please check
or remote mode.
configuration via service
PC (see chapter 3.3).
Entering and leaving
the local mode
including time stamp
will be stored in the
event log.

0416

RX DC 1.2V FAIL

DC regulator 1.2 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0417

RX DC 1.5V FAIL

DC regulator 1.5 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0418

RX DC 3.3V FAIL

DC regulator 3.3 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0419

RX DC 4.0V FAIL

DC regulator 4.0 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0420

RX DC 13V FAIL

DC regulator 13 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0421

RX DC 5.7V FAIL

DC regulator 5.7 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0422

RX DC 8.7V FAIL

DC regulator 8.7 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0423

RX DC 28V X7 FAIL

Internal secondary
voltage 28 V on RX
board under 19 V.

Check connected equipment on X7.1/2. Check


the voltage; a short
circuit may have occurred.
If this fails to eliminate
the fault, send radio to
service.

0424

RX DC -20V FAIL

DC regulator -20 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0425

RX DC -11V FAIL

DC regulator -11 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

0426

RX DC -5.7V FAIL

DC regulator -5.7 V on
RX board beyond limit.

Send radio to service.

4.15

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Code

Message

0427

EXT FILTER
TIMEOUT

Troubleshooting
Level Config
W

Note

Action

Timeout for tuning


external motor filter
expired (Filter is not
tuned correctly)

Check external filter is


connected properly and
working well. Then try to
tune it again (set new
radio frequency again).
Disable external motor
filter via USB if it is not
intended to use it.

0428

EXT FILTER ALARM

At least one of the Filter


state criterias (READY,
ALARM, STARTUP,
TEST or frequency
value) is not ok.

Check external motor


filter and its connection
to the radio. The filter
must not be in TEST
mode. If necessary
restart the filter. Wait for
finishing STARTUP. Try
again to set radio
frequency.

0429

EXT FILTER LOCAL

External motor tuned


Telsa filter is in local
mode.

Check external filter,


leave LOCAL control at
the filter or wait until filter
is automatically leaving
this mode. Try to set
radio frequency again.

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Troubleshooting

R&S XU 4200

Maintenance

This chapter

This chapter provides information concerning scheduled maintenance and


cleaning.

Further
information

Chapter 3.1 contains an overview of transceiver control elements,


indicators, etc.
Chapter 3 describes how to put the radio into operation.

5.1

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5.1

Scheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Inspecting
the air intake

Inspect the air intake on the front panel for dust build-up and clean it if
necessary. The inspection interval depends on the environmental
conditions under which the transceiver is operated.
Note: Due to the long service life of the fan, besides cleaning no regular
maintenance is required here. The speed of the fan is monitored by means
of the continuous built-in test (CBIT), and a warning is promptly generated
(see chapter 4.2).

TCXO Adjustment

Due to the natural aging of the crystal oscillator (TCXO) it is advisable to


check the frequency offset after the first year of operation and readjust it if
necessary. We recommend a further adjustment interval of 3 years in order
to ensure the specified frequency accuracy.

Transmitter

Test connection

DUT
X3

Fig. 5.1

ATT
30 dB

Spectrum
analyzer/
frequency
counter

Test connection of TCXO adjustment

Test procedure

DUT is controlled via R&S ZS 4200 (see chapter 3.3).

The minimum warm-up time is 1 minute for the TCXO.

Test frequency:

120 MHz (see chapter 3.4.7.2)

Power level set:

Low (see chapter 3.4.7.2)

Mode:

AM (see chapter 3.4.7.2)

Radio is keyed ON, e.g. via function Test PTT, which delivers an
unmodulated SW signal (see chapter 3.4.7.4.1).

Measure frequency at antenna X3 and adjust TCXO value using


R&S ZS 4200 (see chapter 3.3).
The step width (1 bit) for the adjustment is approximately 10 Hz. Adjust
only in small steps and do not detune the TXCO to the extreme
positions, because the internal reference on the RF module could
unlock here. (CBIT error 315, see chapter 4.2.1).

Nominal value

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5.2

Cleaning

5.2

R&S XU 4200

Cleaning
Danger of burns on rear panel!

CAUTION

The rear panel is extremely hot around common antenna X3 and the power
supply unit (plugs X1, X2) owing to the radio's high transmit power. A label
indicates the hot area.
Do not directly touch the rear panel during or immediately after operation.

CAUTION
Wear goggles when working with compressed air in order to avoid injuries.

ATTENTION

Direct compressed air first toward ground until no more condensed water is
contained in the air jet.
Keep a minimum distance of 20 cm between compressed air and transceiver.

Preparation

Cleaning

Such measures involve cleaning and touching up slight blemishes in the


varnish coat of the transceiver. The following materials are required:

Soft brush
Duster
Cleaning compound, e.g. suds, household detergent

1.
2.
3.

First clean the surfaces of the unit with compressed air.


Continue cleaning with a soft brush or a duster.
Clean heavily contaminated surfaces, especially grease stains, with a
soft, lint-free cloth moistened with suds.

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5.4

Specifications

R&S XU 4200

Technical Information

This chapter

This chapter contains a description of the transceivers interfaces.

Further
information

Chapter 3.1 contains an overview of transceiver control elements, indicators, etc.


Chapter 3 describes how to put the radio into operation.

6.1

Specifications
Note: See Specifications in the Appendix.

6.2

Interface Description
Note: Signal names with a leading "/" are low-active (e.g. /TEST_OC).

6.2.1

AC Input X1

Power entry module type 6220.5110 shutter

L
E
N
Fig. 6.1
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

AC input X1

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

Remarks

P 115 V/230 V AC

X1.L

Main power - phase

P -10/+15 %

X1.N

Main power - neutral

X1.E

Safety ground

47 Hz to 63 Hz
500 W max.
E

P Safety ground

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6.2.2

Interface Description

DC Input/Battery Input X2

XLR connector type NC3MDL-1

1
3
2
Fig. 6.2
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

DC input/battery input X2
I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

Remarks

Battery

P 19 to 32 V DC

X2.1

Positive battery contact

GND

P max. 16 A

X2.2

Negative battery contact


System ground

N.C.

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6.2

N. C.

Interface Description

6.2.3

R&S XU 4200

Common Antenna X3

Common antenna for TX and RX, N-type female

Fig. 6.3
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
ANTENNA

Common antenna X3

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

O A TX: nominal 50 W

X3.1

Remarks
112 MHz to 144 MHz

5 W to 50 W
settable via software
AM
50 W carr/
200 W peak
I

A RX:
RX/TX switch input
max. +21 dBm

GND

6.2.4

Ground

X3.2

TX/RX Switch X4

Output of transmit/receive switch


BNC-type female

Fig. 6.4
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
T/R_SWITCH

TX/RX switch X4

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

O A TX/RX switch output

Contact
X4.1

Remarks
112 MHz to 144 MHz

max. +21 dBm


GND

Ground

X4.2

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6.2.5

Interface Description

TX Audio Basic X5

RJ48 (10 pins)


Compatible with RJ45 (8 pins) cable
10

Fig. 6.5
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
MONITOR_TX_A

TX audio basic X5

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

O A 0 dBm 1.5 dB

Contact
X5.1

300 Hz to 3400 Hz
600 15 % balanced

Remarks
RF AM demodulation
signal derived from antenna port
@ 90 % AM mod. depth
Audio transformer
minimum 500 V isolation
to ground

AUDIO_TX_A

AUDIO_TX_B

A Nominal
0 dBm 1.5 dB
A
-30 dBm to +10 dBm
settable via software

X5.2

For 90 % AM mod. depth

X5.3

Audio transformer
minimum 500 V isolation
to ground

X5.4

TEST_OC signal
generated by NOGO logic
on backplane

300 Hz to 3400 Hz
600 15 % balanced
ALC switchable
Range 15 dB
Total max. +15 dBm
/TEST_OC

O D Low = no error
Open collector =
request for
main/standby overswitch
Open collector
Ri = 10
limited to max. 6.8 V

GND

B P

X5.5

V_OP_SW

O P 0 V / 19 V to 32 V

X5.6

inactive: 0 V
active: 19 V to 32 V
switched supply
reverse current safe

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Operational voltage
switched
Max. 1 A for external
antenna relays
Corresponds to VOP LED
on front panel

Interface Description

R&S XU 4200

Entry in column D (direction): O = Output


Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
*OFF

I = Input
D = Digital

D T
I

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

D Low (external contact


against ground)
= device off

Contact

Remarks

X5.7

Hardware input for


activating/deactivating
transceiver
modules

X5.8

Pull-up resistors
connected via relay
contact to internal supply
+28 V/ -48 V

High (or open) = on


Internal pull-up 10 K to
3.3 V, limited to max.
6.8 V
+PTT

-PTT

D Configurable via
software
D

X5.9

Type I:
Optocoupler inputs
+PTT and -PTT
V = 12 V to 57 V
I source = 2 mA to 12 mA

+PTT

X5

-PTT
Type II:
+PTT, pull-up -48 V
Contact against
Gnd = PTT
I sink = -3 mA to -4 mA

+PTT

X5
-48 V
-PTT

R&S standard:
-PTT, pull-up +28 V,
contact against
Gnd = PTT
I sink = 3 mA to 4 mA

+PTT
+28 V
X5

-PTT
MONITOR_TX_B

O A 0 dBm 1.5 dB
300 Hz to 3400 Hz
600 15 % balanced

X5.10

RF AM demodulation signal derived from antenna


port
@ 90 % AM mod. depth
Audio transformer min.
500 V isolation to ground

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6.2.6

Interface Description

Ethernet LAN Remote Control X6

RJ45 (8 pins) MDI connector


2

Fig. 6.6
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

Ethernet LAN remote control X6


I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

ETH_TX+

O D Acc. to 100 base TX

X6.2

ETH_TX-

O D Acc. to 100 base TX

X6.3

ETH_RX+

D Acc. to 100 base TX

X6.4

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X6.5

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X6.6

ETH_RX-

D Acc. to 100 base TX

X6.7

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X6.8

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X6.9

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Remarks

Interface Description

6.2.7

R&S XU 4200

TX Audio Extended X7

DSUB male (15 pins)


1

15

9
Fig. 6.7
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

TX audio extended X7

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

+28 V

O P 19 to 32 V

X7.1

+28 V

O P

X7.2

GND

B P Ground

X7.3

GND

B P Ground

X7.4

/CARRIER

O D Low = carrier > 0.5 W

X7.5

Open collector
Ri = 220
limited to max. 6.8 V
/VSWR

O D Low = VSWR > 2

D Contact against
ground (low) = inhibit
transmission

DC supply for external


filter (external device)
Max. 2 A (peak 4 A)
protected PTC

Indicates that
RF antenna power
approx. 500 mW
Corresponds to CARR
LED on front panel

X7.6

Open collector
Ri = 220
limited to max. 6.8 V
/TX_INHIBIT

Remarks

Corresponds to VSWR
LED on front panel

X7.7

Internal pull-up 10 k to
3.3 V, limited to max.
6.8 V
EXT_VSWR

X7.8

A 0 V to 5 V
limited to max. 6.8 V
RL = 17 k

Used e.g. for monitoring of


external RF detector
Generates CBIT warning
when the configurable
threshold voltage value is
exceeded during TX
Functional on request

GND

B P Ground

X7.9

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Interface Description

Entry in column D (direction): O = Output


Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

Remarks

SER_CONTR_TXD_A

O D RS 422 / RS 485

X7.10

SER_CONTR_TXD_B

O D Ri = 120 (a-b)

X7.11

SER_CONTR_RXD_A

X7.12

SER_CONTR_RXD_B

D Max. 6.8 V
against Gnd
D

RS 422/485 interface for


RC control or interface to
external motor tuned
Telsa filter

X7.13

Functional on request

USER_OUT

O D Low = active

X7.14

Functional on request

X7.15

Functional on request

Open collector
Ri = 220
limited to max. 6.8 V
USER_IN

D Contact against
Gnd = active
Internal pull-up 10 K
to 3.3 V, limited to
max. 6.8 V

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Interface Description

6.2.8

R&S XU 4200

RX Input X8

BNC - type female

Fig. 6.8
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
RX - Input

I = Input
D = Digital

D T
I

RX input X8
B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

A -107 up to +10 dBm

Contact
X8.1

Remarks
112 MHz to 144 MHz

Maximum input signal


without damage:
27 dBm for 30 MHz
21 dBm for > 30 MHz
Sensitivity <-107dBm
for (S+N)/N = 10 dB
weighted ITU-T,
mod. depth 30 %,
AF = 1 kHz
GND

X8.2

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6.2.9

Interface Description

Ethernet LAN Remote Control X9

RJ45 (8 pins) MDI connector


2

Fig. 6.9
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

Ethernet LAN remote control X9


I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

ETH_TX+

O D Acc. to 100 base TX

X9.2

ETH_TX-

O D Acc. to 100 base TX

X9.3

ETH_RX+

D Acc. to 100 base TX

X9.4

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X9.5

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X9.6

ETH_RX-

D Acc. to 100 base TX

X9.7

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X9.8

ETH_Common

Matched to 75 AC

X9.9

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Remarks

Interface Description

6.2.10

R&S XU 4200

RX Audio Basic X10

RJ48 (10 pins)


Compatible with RJ45 (8 pins) cable
10

Fig. 6.10
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
AF_TX_INBAND_A

I = Input
D = Digital

D T
I

RX audio basic X10


B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

A -30 dBm to +10 dBm

Contact
X10.1

600 or 10 k configurable via software


balanced via audio
transformer
AUDIO_RX_A
AUDIO_RX_B

O A Nominal
0 dBm 1.5 dB
O A into 600

Remarks
Input for inband remote
control via
600 audio lines
Upgrade via software

X10.2

For 60 % AM mod depth

X10.3

Audio transformer min.


500 V isolation to ground

X10.4

TEST_OC signal
generated by NOGO logic
on backplane

-30 dBm to +10 dBm


settable via software
300 Hz to 3400 Hz
600 15 % balanced
RX-ALC switchable
for modulation depth
30 % to 90 %
/TEST_OC

O D Low = no error
Open collector =
request for
main/standby
overswitch
Open collector
Ri = 10
limited to max. 6.8 V

GND

B P

X10.5

V_OP_SW

O P 0 V / 19 V to 32 V

X10.6

inactive: 0 V
active: 19 V to 32 V
switched supply
reverse current safe

6.11

Operational voltage
switched
Max. 1 A for external
antenna relays
Corresponds to VOP LED
on front panel

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Interface Description

Entry in column D (direction): O = Output


Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
*OFF

I = Input
D = Digital

D T
I

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

D Low (external contact


against ground)
= device off

Contact
X10.7

High (or open) = on

Remarks
Hardware input for
activating/deactivating
transceiver
modules

Internal pull-up 10 K to
3.3 V, limited to max.
6.8 V
SQ+
SQ-

O D Relays contact
X10.8
between SQ+ and SQO D
X10.9
Closed = RX signal
level above
SQ threshold

Differential voltage over


68 V between SQ+ and
SQ- will be clipped
Corresponds to SQ-LED
on front panel

Open = no RX signal
max. 0.2 A
AF_TX_INBAND_B

A -30 dBm to +10 dBm


600 or 10 k configurable via software
balanced via audio
transformer

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X10.10

Input for inband remote


control via
600 audio lines
Upgrade via software

Interface Description

6.2.11

R&S XU 4200

RX Audio Extended X11

DSUB female (15 pins)


8

15
Fig. 6.11
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

RX audio extended X11

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

+28 V

O P 19 to 32 V

X11.1

+28 V

O P

X11.2

GND

B P Ground

X11.3

GND

B P Ground

X11.4

n.c.
USER_OUT1

DC supply for external


filter (external device)
Max. 2 A (peak 4 A)
protected PTC

X11.5
O D Low = active

X11.6

Open collector
Ri = 220
limited to max. 6.8 V
/AF_INHIBIT

Remarks

D Contact against
ground (low) =
inhibit RX audio

Functional on request
e.g. AGC bit 0

X11.7

Mute RX audio

X11.8

Received signal strength


indication

Internal pull-up 10 k to
3.3 V, limited to max.
6.8 V
RSSI

O A 0 V to 5 V
corresponds to
-120 dBm to +10 dBm

GND

X11.9

SER_CONTR_TXD_A

O D RS 422 / RS 485

X11.10

SER_CONTR_TXD_B

O D Ri = 120 (a-b)

X11.11

SER_CONTR_RXD_A

X11.12

SER_CONTR_RXD_B

D Max. 6.8 V
against Gnd
D

6.13

RS 422/485 interface for


RC control or
interface to external motor
tuned Telsa filter

X11.13

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Interface Description

Entry in column D (direction): O = Output


Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description
USER_OUT2

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

O D Low = active

X11.14

Open collector
Ri = 220
limited to max. 6.8 V
USER_IN

D Contact against
Gnd = active

Remarks
Functional on request
e.g. AGC bit 1

X11.15

Functional on request

Internal pull-up 10 k to
3.3 V, limited to max.
6.8 V

6.2.12

USB Device Connector X20

Samtec USB-B-S-S-B-TH (4 pins)

Fig. 6.12
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

USB device connector X20


I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Remarks

USB_PWR

USB-

B D According to USB
specification 1.1.

X20.2

USB data minus

USB+

B D According to USB
specification 1.1.

X20.3

USB data plus

GND

X20.4

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P 5 V 10 %

Contact
X20.1

6.14

Interface Description

6.2.13

R&S XU 4200

Headset Connector X21

Samtec MDN-S-07-F-S (7 pins)

Fig. 6.13
Entry in column D (direction): O = Output
Entry in column T (type):
A = Analog

Signal description

Headset connector X21

I = Input
D = Digital

D T

B = Bi-directional
P = Power

Range

Contact

AF_HEADPHONES+

O A 0 V to 1 Vrms

X21.1

AF_HEADPHONES-

O A into 150 Load min.

X21.2

Remarks
Earphones output

Volume controllable
via potentiometer
D_MICROPHONE_IN

A 1 mV 20 dB

X21.3

D_MICROPHONE_GND

A Input impedance
200

X21.8

Dynamic microphone

Automatic level controlled (ALC)


V_MICROPHONE_IN

A 100 mV 20 dB

X21.5

Electret microphone

X21.6

Push-To-Talk input

Input Impedance
330
DC 8 V 10 %
Automatic level controlled (ALC)
/PTT_LOCAL

A Contact against GND


= transmit

GND

B P

X21.7

Return from PTT

SHIELD

B P

Connector
shield

Cable shielding

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6.3

List of Remote Control Commands

List of Remote Control Commands


Note: More detailed information is provided by the LAN Interface Control
Document, available on demand from Rohde & Schwarz at extra charge
(order no. 6133.8745.00)

6.3.1

Fixed Frequency Commands (FF)

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

BL

Frequency
blocking
range table

RX, TX

GET

MHz

8.33
kHz /
25 kHz

112.000 to
143.975

OFF

Table of
forbidden
frequency
ranges; max
8 bands, for
each band a
start and a
stop
frequency is
defined.

FC

Filter
Configuration

RX, TX

GET

ON / OFF

OFF

Provides
current
settings for
external
motor filter.

RS

RSSI

RX

GET,
TRAP

dBm

1 dB

-120 to +10

Provides
RSSI analog
value for RX
signal
strength.

SC

Enable/
Disable
single
channel

Rx; TX

GET

ON / OFF

OFF

Provides
information
about the
state of
single
channel flag.

SN

Squelch
Threshold
(signal to
noise)

RX

GET,
SET

dB

6 to 20

10

Getting and
setting
signal to
noise
threshold for
squelch.

SP

Channel
Spacing

RX, TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

8.33 kHz /
25 kHz

25 kHz

SQ

Squelch
Button

RX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

ON / OFF

OFF (not
muted)

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112.000 to
143.991

Activates/
deactivates
squelch mute

List of Remote Control Commands


Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

R&S XU 4200
Step
size

Range

Default

Description
function.

SR

Squelch
Threshold
(RSSI)

RX

GET,
SET

1 to 50

Getting and
setting
(RSSI)
threshold for
squelch.

TO

Carrier
Offset

TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

kHz

-7.5 / -5.0 /
-2.5 / 0 /
+2.5 / +5.0
/ +7.5

Gets and
sets TX
frequency
offset.

-8 / -4 / +4 /
+8, only if
configured
via service
PC

112000000
to
143875000

124.1
MHz

TR

Frequency

RX, TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

MHz

25 kHz

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6.3.2

List of Remote Control Commands

Radio Control (RC)

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

DP

PTT
Timeout

TX

GET,
SET

3 to 300
(0=disable)

30

Getting and
Setting of
timeout for
PTT

IT

Inhibit Tx

TX

GET,
SET

0/1

Suppressing/permitting
transmission

MO

Measure
Modulation
Depth

TX

GET,
TRAP

0 to 95

Gets current
value for AM
modulation
depth
according to
input voice
signal.

MV

Measure
DC Voltage

RX, TX

GET,
TRAP

0.1

0 to 32

DC battery at
X2, internal
DC voltage.

PF

Trigger Test
PTT

TX

SET

ON / OFF

OFF

Transmits w/o
modulation in
CW mode.

PP

Preset Page
Number

RX, TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

1 to 200

Manual
operation

Provides an
index of
current active
page. Sets
specified
preset page to
active.

(select
page)

PT

Trigger Test
Tone

TX

SET

ON / OFF

OFF

Transmits with
modulation
AM 90 %, AF
audio 1kHz.

PV

Preset Page

RX, TX

GET,
SET

MHz

25 kHz

112.000 to
143.975

124.10
0

8.33 kHz

112.000 to
143.991

kHz

8.33 / 25

25

Saves and
loads a preset
page with
frequency,
offset and
spacing.

kHz

-7.5 / -5.0 /
-2.5 / 0 /
+2.5 / +5.0
/ +7.5

AM

AM

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Note: Offset is
insignificant
for RX
module.

List of Remote Control Commands

R&S XU 4200

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

RI

Rx Indicator

RX

GET,
TRAP

ON / OFF

Indicates RX
signal is above
squelch
threshold.

(digital)
RR

Restart
Radio

RX, TX

SET

Triggers
restart of
radio.

TC

Tx Indicator

TX

GET,
TRAP

ON / OFF

Indicates
carrier value
(>500 mW).

TX

GET,
TRAP

0 to 50

Measures
current value
of TX power.
Measures
current value
of
temperature:
RX boards, TX
boards, PSU.

(digital)
TO

Tx Power
(analog
value)

TP

Measure
Temperature

RX, TX

GET,
TRAP

-20 to +120

TS

Tx Power
Level

TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

Low /
Normal

Normal

TV

VSWR
Value

TX

GET,
TRAP

0.1

1 to 26.5

Measures
current
(analog) value
of VSWR during active
transmission.

TW

VSWR LED

TX

GET,
TRAP

ON / OFF

Indicates
VSWR value.
Corresponds
to carrier LED.

(digital)

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6.3.3

List of Remote Control Commands

General Radio Functionality (GR)

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

AT

All Traps
Off

RX, TX

SET

Unsubscribes
all traps for the
client.

CO

Enable 5Carrier
Offset

TX

GET

0 to 1

OFF

Provides
information
about current
configuration of
5-carrier offset
possibility. By
default
5-carrier offset
is OFF.
(off = 0,
on = 1)

CS

CBIT Status

RX, TX

GET,
TRAP

List of CBIT
warnings /
errors

DS

Device
Status

RX, TX

GET,
TRAP

Active /
inactive

Provides all
currently
recognized
CBIT events.

GO /
NOGO
(error)
NO / local /
remote
control
IL

Inventory
List of
Module/
Chassis

RX, TX

GET

List of inventory of
total radio

IN

Installation
Info

RX, TX

GET

Max. 20
characters

No text

LO

Location
Info

RX, TX

GET

10 lines
each, max.
20 characters

No text

LR

Measure Rx
Audio Level

RX

GET

dBm

-30 to +10

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Provides whole
inventory list of
all installed
hardware and
software
components.

Measures
current audio
level on Rx
audio output
(connector
X10).

List of Remote Control Commands

R&S XU 4200

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

LT

Measure Tx
Audio Level

TX

GET

dBm

-30 to +10

Measures
current audio
level on Tx
audio input
(connector X5).

IP

TCP/IP
Address of
One Radio
Module

RX, TX

GET

IP address

192.168.52.101

Netmask

255.255.255.0

Gateway

192.168.52.1

Provides IP
address,
netmask and
gateway of one
radio
module.

for RX module
192.168.52.102
255.255.255.0
192.168.52.1
for TX module
ND

Inventory
Detail

RX, TX

GET

Provides
detailed inform
action such as
ID No., serial
number,
version index.

TI

Setting of
RTC

RX, TX

GET,
SET

YYYY / MM
/
DD and
hh:mm:ss

Gets and sets


date and time
of all radio
modules.

VE

GB2PP
version

RX, TX

GET

Text

Provides
version of
applied GB2PP
specification.

6.3.4

Session Control (SC)

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

PG

Ping
Timeout

RX, TX

GET,
SET

1 to 999

20

Gets and sets


timeout for ping
mechanism.

SL

Current
Session List

RX, TX

GET,
TRAP

List

For all
connected
clients.

SS

Request for
Session

RX, TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

Monitor /
Fixed
session

Gets and sets


type of session
for client.

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List of Remote Control Commands

Main/Standby (MS)

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

AC

Inactivate
Radio

RX, TX

GET,
SET,
TRAP

OFF/AUTO

AUTO

GO

Skip to GO

RX, TX

SET

Triggers
transition of the
radio to GO
state.

TY

Main/Stand
by Type

RX, TX

GET

0/1

Provides
main(0=A)/stan
dby(1=B)
configuration
mode which
indicates which
state this radio
has after
booting in
normal case.

6.3.6

Description

Event Handling (EV)

Code

Command/
parameter

Module

Type

Unit

Step
size

Range

Default

Description

CL

Clear Event
List

RX, TX

SET

Clears whole
event list

EL

Read Event
List

RX, TX

GET

List of radio
events

Provides whole
event list.

EE

Read Event
Entry

RX, TX

GET,
TRAP

1 to
999999

Provides
detailed
information
about specified
event entry.

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Index

R&S XU 4200

Index

7.1

Index

Entering numerical parameters .....................3.32


Selection .......................................................3.31
Toggling ........................................................3.30
Errors...................................................................4.4
ESC key (description)........................................3.20
Explanation..........................................................1.1

A
AC
LED .............................................................. 3.25
Accessories ........................................................ 1.7
ACTIV (display)........................................ 3.23, 3.30
Activation .......................................................... 3.52
Activation (menu).............................................. 3.30
ACTive Device .................................................. 3.52
AM (display)...................................................... 3.23
Application .......................................................... 1.1
Auto (Activation) ............................................... 3.52

F
Features ..............................................................1.1
Filter ..................................................................3.57
Fixed session ......................................................3.5
Frequency (setting)............................................3.32
FREQUENCY BLOCK (menu) ..........................3.50
Front
Cabling............................................................2.8
View ................................................................3.2
Function
Description (structure).....................................1.5
Keys (assignment) ........................................3.34
Test ...............................................................2.10

B
Basis cabling....................................................... 2.5
Blank panel .................................................. 2.3, 2.4
Block diagram ..................................................... 1.4
Boot display ...................................................... 3.22

C
Cabling
Front............................................................... 2.8
CARR (LED) ..................................................... 3.25
CBIT state........................................................... 4.4
CBIT Type Configuration .................................. 3.16
CBIT-STATUS
Display.......................................................... 3.23
Menu ................................................... 3.41, 3.42
Check
Cabling ........................................................... 4.1
CBIT state ...................................................... 4.3
LED state ....................................................... 4.2
Checking (Unit) ................................................... 2.2
Configuration (Main/Standby) ........................... 3.52
CONFIGURATION (menu) ............................... 3.45
Configuring ......................................................... 3.8
Connectors ......................................................... 6.1
Control
Front view....................................................... 3.2
Mode .............................................................. 3.5
Rear view ....................................................... 3.3
Control elements................................................. 3.2
Cursor keys (description) .................................. 3.19

G
General data........................................................1.7
GO (LED) ..........................................................3.25

H
Headset (connection) ..........................................2.8

I
IINACTive Device ..............................................3.52
INACTIV (display).....................................3.23, 3.30
Index....................................................................7.1
Indication via LEDs............................................3.25
Inputs...................................................................6.1
Inspection
Cabling............................................................4.1
CBIT state .......................................................4.3
LED state ........................................................4.2
Installation
Blank panel ..............................................2.3, 2.4
Instrument
Functions ......................................................3.34
Settings (factory) .............................................3.8
Interface Description
Mechanical......................................................2.9
Interfaces.............................................................6.1
INVENTORY (menu) .........................................3.43
IP-ADDRESS (menu) ........................................3.45

D
DC
LED .............................................................. 3.25
Default, instrument settings ................................ 3.8
Design ................................................................ 1.3
Device 1............................................................ 3.52
Device 2............................................................ 3.52
Device Main ...................................................... 3.52
Device Standby................................................. 3.52
Display.............................................................. 3.22
Boot.............................................................. 3.22
Main menu.................................................... 3.24
Standard operating display........................... 3.23

K
Key assignment .................................................3.34
Keypad ..............................................................3.19
Keys
Cursor keys ...................................................3.19
ENTER key ...................................................3.20
ESC key ........................................................3.20
LOC key ........................................................3.21
MENU key.....................................................3.20
Numeric keys ................................................3.19
SQ key ..........................................................3.20

E
ENTER key (description) .................................. 3.20
Entry ................................................................. 3.19

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Toggling ........................................................3.30
Personnel, required .............................................1.1
Preparation for use ..............................................2.1
PTT (display) .....................................................3.29
Putting into operation...........................................2.1

L
LAN.......................................................... 3.50, 3.51
LEDs (indication) .............................................. 3.25
LOC (control mode) ............................................ 3.6
LOC key (description) ....................................... 3.21
Local mode ....................................................... 3.17
Low (RF-Pwr).................................................... 3.31

R
Rear
View ................................................................3.3
REM (remote mode) ..........................3.5, 3.50, 3.51
Remote control ................................3.50, 3.51, 6.16
Required
Personnel ........................................................1.1
RF-Pwr (menu) ..................................................3.31
RX PARAMETER (menu)..................................3.39

M
MAIN................................................................. 3.34
Main menu display ............................................ 3.24
Main/Standby Operation ................................... 3.52
Maintenance
Cleaning ......................................................... 5.3
Scheduled maintenance ................................. 5.2
Malfunction ......................................................... 4.1
MEASUREMENT (menu).................................. 3.37
Menu
Calling and changing .................................... 3.26
CBIT-STATUS..................................... 3.41, 3.42
CONFIGURATION ....................................... 3.45
Display.......................................................... 3.24
FREQUENCY BLOCK.................................. 3.50
INVENTORY ................................................ 3.43
IP-ADDRESS ............................................... 3.45
MAIN ............................................................ 3.34
MEASUREMENT ......................................... 3.37
OPERATION ................................................ 3.35
Overview ...................................................... 3.34
RX PARAMETER ......................................... 3.39
SUPPLY ....................................................... 3.40
TEMPERATURE .......................................... 3.40
TIME/DATE .................................................. 3.36
TX PARAMETER ......................................... 3.38
MENU key (description) .................................... 3.20
MOD (LED) ....................................................... 3.25
Mode
Local............................................................... 3.6
Not controlled ................................................. 3.5
Remote........................................................... 3.5
Service ........................................................... 3.7
Monitoring session .............................................. 3.5
Motor tuned telsa filter ...................................... 3.57

S
Safety
Precautions .....................................................2.1
SC (display) .......................................................3.23
Screen
Boot display...................................................3.22
Layout ...........................................................3.22
Main menu ....................................................3.24
Standard operating display............................3.23
SERVICE (control mode)..............................3.7, 3.8
Setting
Entering numerical parameters .....................3.32
Selecting settings ..........................................3.31
Selection of instrument functions ..................3.29
Toggling ........................................................3.30
SQ
Key................................................................3.20
LED ...............................................................3.25
Standby (Main/Standby) ....................................3.52
Structure..............................................................1.4
SUPPLY (menu) ................................................3.40

T
Technical data .....................................................6.1
TEMPERATURE (menu) ...................................3.40
Tesla filter..........................................................3.57
TIME/DATE (menu) ...........................................3.36
TONE (display) ..................................................3.29
Troubleshooting...................................................4.4
TX PARAMETER (menu) ..................................3.38

N
None (control mode) ........................................... 3.5
Normal (RF-Pwr)............................................... 3.31
Numeric keys (description) ............................... 3.19

U
Unpacking (Unit)..................................................2.2
USB ..............................................................2.8, 3.8

O
OFF (Activation)................................................ 3.52
On (Activation) .................................................. 3.52
Operating display .............................................. 3.23
Operation
Configuring ..................................................... 3.8
Local............................................................. 3.17
Manual.......................................................... 3.18
Operation (Main/Standby)................................. 3.52
OPERATION (menu) ........................................ 3.35
Outputs ............................................................... 6.1

V
VOP (LED) ........................................................3.25
VSWR (LED) .....................................................3.25

W
Warnings .............................................................4.4

X
X1 ........................................................................6.1
X10 ....................................................................6.11
X11 ....................................................................6.13
X2 ........................................................................6.2
X20 ....................................................................6.14
X21 ....................................................................6.15
X3 ........................................................................6.3
X4 ........................................................................6.3

P
Parameter entry
Direct ............................................................ 3.29
Numerical entry ............................................ 3.32
Selection....................................................... 3.31

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X8 ........................................................................6.9
X9 ......................................................................6.10

X5 ....................................................................... 6.4
X6 ....................................................................... 6.6
X7 ....................................................................... 6.7

7.3

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Appendix

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Appendix

8.1

Appendix

8.1

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Appendix

8.2

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