SATELLINE -3AS NMS SATELLINE -3AS NMS Epic SATELLINE -3AS NMS 869 SATELLINE -3AS VHF Radio Data Modems USER G UIDE Version 1.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 IMPORTANT NOTIC E All rights to this manual are owned solely by SATEL OY (referred to in this user guide as SATEL). All rights reserved.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 RESTRICTIONS ON USE SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS family radio modems have been designed to operate on frequency ranges, the exact use of which differs from one region and/or country to another. The user of a radio modem must take care that the said device is not operated without the permission of the local authorities on frequencies other than those specifically reserved and intended for use without a specific permit.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 PRODUCT CONFORMITY SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS radio modem is in compliance with the essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety) and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with the following CE-marking.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Epic (C) Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Epic (C) radio modem is in compliance with the essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety) and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with the following CE-marking.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS 869 Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS 869 radio modem is in compliance with the essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety) and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with the following CE-marking.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 SATELLINE-3AS(d) VHF Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATELLINE-3AS(d) VHF radio modem is in compliance with the essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety) and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Therefore the equipment is labelled with the following CE-marking.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these safety instructions carefully before using the product: • Warranty will be void, if the product is used in any way that is in contradiction with the instructions given in this manual, or if the radio modem housing has been opened or tampered with.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 TAB LE O F CONTENTS IMPORTANT NOTICE........................................................................... 1 RESTRICTIONS ON USE ...................................................................... 2 PRODUCT CONFORMITY ..................................................................... 3 WAR R ANTY AND S AFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................. 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS .........................................
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 3.6 4 D esigning S y ste m s and Ne tworks ............................................... 27 INTERFACE - CONNE CTOR S & LEDS .............................................. 28 4.1 An tenna connector ................................................................... 28 4.2 LED indicators .......................................................................... 28 4.3 D15 connector ..................................................
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 7 NETWORK PROTOCOL MODES ...................................................... 43 7.1 Basic - RX Priority ..................................................................... 43 7.2 Basic - TX Priority ..................................................................... 43 7.3 Basic - R e pe ater ....................................................................... 44 7.4 Advanced Ne twork Protocol m odes .....................
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.3 How to use m e nus .................................................................. 57 10.4 10.4.1 10.4.2 10.4.3 10.4.4 10.4.5 10.4.6 10.4.7 10.4.8 10.4.9 Menu structure ....................................................................... 57 Main menu ............................................................................................................57 Radio settings ....................................................
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 14.2.3 14.2.4 14.2.5 14.2.6 14.2.7 14.2.8 RS-232 wiring - Port1 and handshaking signals connected......................................81 RS-422 wiring ........................................................................................................82 RS-485 wiring ........................................................................................................82 Profibus wiring...............................................
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 INTRODUCTION SATEL Oy is a Finnish electronics and Telecommunications Company specialising in the design and manufacture of wireless data communication products. SATEL designs, manufactures and sells radio modems intended for use in applications ranging from data transfer to alarm relay systems. End users of SATEL products include both public organisations and private individuals.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 Typical applications of SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS radio modems include: • Replacing cables in cases where installation of a cable is difficult or expensive • Data transmission to/from mobile or portable terminals • Telemetry • Remote control and alarm transmission • GPS-applications • etc.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1.1 NOTES FOR THE US E RS OF SATELLINE -3AS(d) RADIO MOD EMS S ATELLINE-3AS (d) NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF radio mode m s are NOT COMPATIBLE WITH S ATEL LINE-3AS radio mo de m s! ! In order to help users to identify the differences in the operation of these products there are notices among the text marked by the symbol on the left.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1.2 PC PROGRAMS TO BE U S E D WITH SATE LLINE -3AS NMS FAMILY S ATEL NMS P C so ftw are is re quired in order to use th e NMS fe a tures o f S ATELLINE-3AS NMS radio m ode m fam ily . It is also required if y ou wan t to mo dify th e NMS routing or protocol relate d param e ters o f th e S ATELLINE-3AS NMS fam ily . SATEL NMS PC provides the management tools for designing, configuring and controlling the SATELLINE-3AS NMS network.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2 SATELL INE -3AS(d) NMS / NMS E p i c / NMS 869 / VH F RADIO DATA MODEMS 2.1 S ATELLINE-3AS (d) NMS T echnical spe cifications (380.. .470 MHz) SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS (380…470 MHz) comply with the following international standards: EN 300 113-1,-2, EN 301 489-1,-5, IEC 60950 and FCC CFR47 part 90. In addition it meets the EN 300 220-1,-3 with 25 kHz channel spacing.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2.2 SATE LLINE -3AS(d) NMS Epi c Tec hnical specifi cations SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Epic (400…470 MHz) comply with the following international standards: EN 300 113-1,-2, EN 301 489-1,-5, IEC 60950 and FCC CFR47 part 90.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2.3 SATE LLINE -3AS(d) NMS 8 6 9 Tec hnical specifi cations SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS 869 comply with the following international standards: EN 300 220-1,-3, EN 301 489-1,-3 and IEC 60950.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2.4 SATE LLINE -3AS(d)V HF Techni cal specifi cations SATELLINE-3AS(d) VHF complies with the following international standards: EN 300 113-1,-2*1, EN 301 489-1,-5, IEC 60950-1 and FCC CFR47 part 90.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2.5 Order information In order to ensure the correct deliveries of SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS radio modems, the customer should specify the information listed below in the order form. The following in form ation MUST be provided in th e order form: 1.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2.6 Settings The snapshot of the Programming menu below presents the default setup of SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF radio modems. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------SATELLINE-3ASd NMS SW: version_info_of_the_software_comes_here HW: version_info_of_the_hardware_comes_here RF: version_info_of_the_radio_module_comes_here Center frequency xxx.xxxxxx MHz / Channel spacing xx.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 Table 2.4. SETTINGS of SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF FIXE D SE T T I N G S defined at the ti m e of order (thes e setting s can be changed only in SA T EL manufacturing pre m i s e s ) Setting Value Notes Frequency band(s) limits Specified in the order form! See table 2.1. Channel spacing Specified in the order form! See table 2.1.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 3 NMS - NETWORK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM The purpose of the NMS (Network Monitoring System) is to provide tools for management of a radio network built on SATELLINE-3AS NMS radio modems. NMS allows user to manage, monitor, diagnose and configure SATELLINE-3AS NMS modem network remotely without disturbing user’s data flow. This chapter includes a very short description of SATEL NMS for SATELLINE-3AS NMS radio modem family.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 3.1 S ystem components SATEL NMS consists of: • SATEL NMS PC program running on Microsoft Windows® operating system. The program provides the user interface showing the status of the network: o Graphical network overview o Sort able lists of all modems and radio links o Link quality tests and monitoring o Alarms generated on link failure, operating voltage drop etc.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 SATELLINE-3AS NMS radio modem has two serial ports - Port1 and Port2. One of the ports is configured as the DATA port (by default Port1) that is connected to the user application. The other port is the NMS port (by default Port2) that is connected to the serial port of the PC running SATEL NMS PC software. See the figure above. The easiest way to accomplish the wiring is to use a two-port serial cable (e.g. part code CRSNMS from SATEL).
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 3.5 Requirements for the user system SATEL NMS fits the systems that are: • Single master systems with point-to-multipoint network structure • Based on polling protocol (the master polls the slaves regularly) • Transferring user messages not larger than 1kByte Other kinds of systems may also be possible but require careful consideration; in such cases the customer is advised to contact SATEL for more information.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 4 INTERFAC E - CONNECTORS & LEDS 4.1 Antenna connector TNC female 50 connector. The antenna should always be connected when the power is on. Removing the antenna while the transmitter is on may damage the power amplifier inside the transmitter. 4.2 LE D indi cators There are five (5) LEDs indicating the status of the serial port (DATA port) and the radio interface on the front panel of the radio modem.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 4.3 D 1 5 connector Table 4.2. NMS 15-PIN FEMALE D CONNECTOR PINOUT • • DTE is an abbreviation for Data Terminal Equipment I/O column below denotes the direction of the signal: "IN" is from DTE to the radio modem, "OUT" is from the radio modem to the DTE. PIN NAME I/O LEVEL EXPLANATION 1 DTR IN 0..30V Data Terminal Ready. The pin can be used to wake-up the radio module from the standby mode. >+2 VDC = ON, Not connected = ON, <+0.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 5 SERIAL INTERFAC E The radio modem is referred to as DCE (Data Communication Equipment) whereas the PC is referred to as DTE (Data Terminal Equipment). The 15-pin female ‘D’-type connector of the radio modem contains the connections required to establish data communication between the radio modem and DTE. The radio modem contains two separate serial ports, which are designated Port 1 and Port 2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 When connecting equipment using RS-232 interface make sure that the equipment are connected together sharing the same ground potential. Major differences in ground potentials may result to large current flow in the GND wire of the RS-232 interface and may lead to a malfunction or damage the connected devices! 5.2 RS -4 2 2 interface RS-422 standard defines a serial data transfer method, which is very similar to the RS-232 standard.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 5.3 RS -4 8 5 interface RS-485 is an extension of the RS-422 standard and enables the connection of more than two devices on to the same bus. Communication is half-duplex, so there is only one cable pair, compared to two when using the RS-422. The RS-485 standard defines the electrical characteristics of the connections in such a way as to prevent possible data contention states as well as cable short circuits etc.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 5.5 Serial interface, data format The table below shows the available options for selected DATA port. The NMS port has fixed settings. ! Table 5.1. Possible DATA port and the NMS port configurations.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 5.6 Handshaking lines When using the RS-232 serial interface, handshaking signals can be used to control data transfer on the DATA port. For example, the radio modem can inform the DTE that the radio channel is busy, and that it is not allowed to initiate transmission. A common way of using handshaking signals is to monitor the CTS line and ignore the others.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 2) D ata on channel CD will switch to active state only after recognizing a valid data transmission from another SATELLINE-3AS NMS family radio modem. CD will not react to interferences like noise or possible other signals. 3) A lways O N CD is always in the active state. This option is usually used with terminal equipment using the CD line as an indicator of an active connection.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 5.6.5 D S R line DSR (Data Set Ready) is a signal from the radio modem to the DTE. It indicates that the radio modem is powered up. DSR is typically ignored. 5.7 Pause length The radio modem recognizes a pause on the serial line (a pause is defined as a time with no status changes in the TD line).
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 6 RF INTERFAC E SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF have a single TNC type connector with impedance of 50 . SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Epic has two antenna connectors, the one on the left for both transmitting and receiving and the other on the right for receiving only (the diversity reception); see the picture on the right. The diversity reception i.e.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 6.1 Transmitter The output power of the transmitter is adjustable (see the table below for available values). The greatest allowable power depends on limits set by local authorities, which should not be exceeded under any circumstances. The output power of the transmitter should be set to the smallest possible level that still ensures error free connection under variable conditions.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 6.2 Recei ver The sensitivity of the receiver depends on the channel spacing of the radio modem (=data speed of the radio interface) and on the mode of the FEC (Forward Error Correction) according to the table below: Table 6.2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 6.3 Error correction SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS has the error correction feature called the FEC method (FF orward E rror C orrection). When FEC is enabled (ON), the radio modem automatically adds additional error correction information, which increases the amount of transmitted data by 30 %. It is used by the receiving radio modem to correct erroneous bits - as long as the ratio of correct and erroneous bits is reasonable.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 6.5 Dual band version SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS radio modem is also available as a special "Dual Band" version. The radio transceiver of the Dual Band version offers two times two MHz frequency bands, and radio modem can be reconfigured to operate at any channel within those two bands. The frequency bands are tuned at SATEL manufacturing premises. The maximum separation between the highest and the lowest frequency can be 12 MHz.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 6.7 TX Delay The radio modem can be configured to delay the beginning of a radio transmission by 1...65000 ms. This feature is for preventing packet contention in a system where all substations would otherwise answer a poll query of a base station simultaneously. During this delay data sent to the radio modem is buffered. If this function is not needed, the delay time should be kept as 0 ms (default value). 6.
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SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 Because the transmission has higher priority than reception normally in industrial systems, the default value of the Protocol mode is Basic - TX Priority ON which fits to most systems directly. Note: The diagnostic functions are disabled in the Basic-TX Priority mode. 7.3 Basi c - Repeater SATELLINE-3AS NMS operates in a store and forward fashion in the Basic - Repeater mode. This means that the radio modem acts as a repeater station i.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 7.4 Advanced Network Protocol modes NMS, network addresses, use of multiple repeaters or NMS routing are supported ONLY in the Advanced Master and Advanced Slave Protocol modes. The whole configuration is performed by using SATEL NMS PC program that creates the NMS routing information for the master modem based on the specific project design file. It also initializes and controls the NMS (Network Management System) of the radio network.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 8 SYSTEM DESIGN 8.1 General A. PLANNING NETWORK REQUIREMENTS Like other engineering tasks, designing a radio modem network requires a set of rules to be followed for producing the desired result. Both the radio connections themselves and the compatibility of the surrounding system need to be considered.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 D. REPEATING THE TESTS AFTER FINAL INSTALLATION By repeating the communication tests after the final installation the system designer may verify that the radio network design works properly with the desired application.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 If th e radio mode m is to be used WITHOUT NMS OR NMS ROUTING in one of th e Basic Ne twork modes , th en SATERM LITE or almost an y com mon terminal program via th e Programming menu can be use d as a configuration tool.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 8.3.3 Protocol support Using the internal Packet filter feature the radio modem catches and transfers only the wanted messages/protocols - NMS also enables easy addition of higher level functions, like alternative routes and alarms in future development. The list of preset protocols includes for example: • • • • • • • • User defined Modbus ASCII Modbus RTU Rockwell DT1 IEC60870-5-101 DNP 3.0 ANSI SATELLINK 8.3.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 The radio mo de m s in th e Advanced Protocol modes ignore th e m e ssages sen t by th e radio m ode m s in th e B asic Protocol modes and vice v ersa. Picture 8.1. Repeater stations extend the coverage of the radio network. The end-to-end latency increases correspondingly. 8.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 and transmits too much data to the radio modem, the buffer will be cleared and the transmission is restarted. In the receiving mode, the data coming from the radio is also buffered thus evening out differences in data transfer speeds at the serial ports. If the terminal device transmits data to a radio modem in receiving mode, the data will go into transmit buffer memory.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 In mobile applications the range of operation can be increased by dividing the transmitted data into shorter e.g. 50...200 bytes blocks and by re-transmitting the defected blocks. A sufficient safety margin can be obtained by testing the communication path by using extra 6 dB attenuation at the antenna connection and with slightly less effective antennas than the ones planned to be used in the final system. 8.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 of 25 kHz channels available: 869.4125, 869.4375, 869.4625, 869.4875, 869.5125, 869.5375, 869.5625, 869.5875, 869.6125 and 869.6375 MHz. When calculating the radiated power, antenna cable attenuation and antenna gain must be taken into account. For example: when the antenna gain is 10 dBd and the antenna feeder cable attenuation is –3dB, the maximum allowed transmission power is 100 mW (+20 dBm).
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 9 TESTS 9.1 Test messages The radio modem can be set to transmitting mode with two kinds of test messages - the Short block test and the Long block test. These can be utilized for example when directing antennas during system installation. It is recommended to use the following data speed at the serial port of the receiving radio modem: 38400 bps @ 25 kHz radio channel spacing and 19200 bps @ 12.5 kHz.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 Example of a long data blocks: $test3AS VHF ,0,1,S/N:0000000000, test line of SATELLINE – 3AS VHF ,E99C $test3AS VHF ,0,2,S/N:0000000000, test line of SATELLINE – 3AS VHF ,E758 $test3AS VHF ,0,3,S/N:0000000000, test line of SATELLINE – 3AS VHF ,E2E4 9.1.3 Monitoring th e t e st transmission using th e r eceiv er The user can monitor the quality of the received data by visually inspecting the received data stream.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10 L CD & PUSH BUTTONS SATELLINE-3ASd NMS includes an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) that indicates the status and basic settings of the radio modem. LCD and the four push buttons enable easy access to the radio modem settings without a need for an external terminal program. This feature is especially handy on the field conditions. 1 0.1 LCD after power-up The picture on the right shows the outlook of the LCD after the power-up i.e.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 0.3 Ho w to use menus The main menu is used to select the desired submenus. The setting modifications are performed using these submenus. It is possible to jump back to the previous (higher) level in the menu hierarchy by pressing the ”BACK”-button at any time (same button serves also as CANCEL and EXIT depending on the particular submenu).
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.4.2 R adio se t tings The submenu contains the following radio related parameters: • • • • • • • • Frequency Tx Power RSSI Threshold FEC Tx Delay Sync Interval Error check Rx Delay The following table describes each parameter, indicates the default value and if applicable, defines the allowed value range. MAIN MENU Radio setting s RSSI Frequ en cy TX & RX freq. TX freq. TxPow er RX freq. Thre sho ld X.X MHz X.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.4.3 Protocol m ode The submenu allows the setting of the network mode used by the radio modem for transmitting and receiving data on the radio modem network. The following options can be chosen: • • • • • Basic - RX Priority [default value] Basic - TX Priority Basic - Repeater Advanced - Master Advanced - Slave NOTE: Each of the options listed above activates the appropriate function, thus, there are no value ranges to consider.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.4.4 S erial Port 1 -se t tings The submenu allows modifying the settings of the serial port 1.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.4.5 S erial Port 2 -se t tings The submenu allows modifying the settings of the serial port 2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.4.6 Handshaking The submenu allows modifying the settings of the handshaking parameters.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 10.4.8 10.4.9 Tests & Coun ters Reset c ounte rs Sho rt Blo ck Te st Lo ng Blo ck Te st NO TE: This option activates reset directly! NO TE: This option activates test sequence directly and is stopped by pressing any button. NO TE: This option activates test sequence directly and is stopped by pressing any button.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 0.5 E xample of changing a setting The following example shows how to change any parameter value using the push buttons and the LCD display of the radio modem. Example: The data speed of the Serial Port 1 is changed to 1200 bps by following the steps: 1. Go to SETUP – MAIN MENU by pressing the S E TUP button. 2. Go to the Serial Port 1 submenu by scrolling with the buttons until the cursor is pointing at the Serial Port 1 selection.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 0.6 Saving the settings After all desired modifications have been performed they MUST BE SAVED in order to make them permanent. This is accomplished by choosing ”EXIT” option from the main menu. The display shows a message (see below) asking for a confirmation for the performed modifications. Opti on “YES” saves all modifications i nto the non-volatile memory inside the radio modem.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11 PROGRAMMING MODE (TERMIN AL MENU) 1 1.1 Programming Mode The basic settings of the radio modem are fully configurable in the Programming Mode. The most recommended setup for changing parameters is CRS-9 cable, a power supply and the SATEL NMS PC program. NARS-1F adapter contains a switch to enable easy shifting into the Programming Mode. Other suitable terminal programs and cables may also be used.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11.1.1 Changing th e se ttings in th e Program m ing Mode • Connect cables (RS-232 cable to PC COM port, power supply cable to power supply). • Switch on the PC and start SaTerm Lite program (or other terminal program).
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11.1.2 R adio se t tings NO TE ! Adjustment of the active radio channel of the radio modem to frequencies other than those allocated and/or allowed by local authorities is strictly forbidden. Use or intended use of forbidden frequencies may lead to prosecution and penalties.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11.1.3 Ne twork Protocol mo de -se t tings 11.1.
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SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11.1.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11.1.7 Additional -se t tings 11.1.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 11.1.9 R e storing factory se t tings EXIT and sav e and QUIT without saving -se t tings The original settings of the radio modem can be restored by selecting “A” in the Main menu and confirming ”Y” (YES) on the prompt. By pressing any other button current settings will remain active. The modem will ask this question twice to make ensure that this is a valid command.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 12 SOFTWARE UPDATE The software of SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS is stored in a flash memory. If needed, the software can be updated. Reprogramming of the actual firmware of the radio modem is performed by running the appropriate .exe file that includes the desired version of the software. The radio modem must be in the Programming Mode while performing the flash update procedure. For example, SATELLINE_3AS_NMS_sw_4_1_2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 13 SL-CO MMANDS Controlling the terminal device (DTE) can instruct the radio modem to make an action. This is accomplished with the help of the SL commands, which can be used during data transfer in the Data Transfer Mode. For example, DTE may change the frequency or the output power of transmitter, or DTE may enquiry current settings from the radio modem.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 When the power of a radio modem is switched off, the configuration settings of a radio modem always return to values defined initially using the Programming Mode, thus resetting any settings changed using SL commands during power on. It is however possible to save changed settings permanently by using a special SL command.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 13.1.2 Radio param e ters Command Description Response SL@R? Get the minimum field strength (RSSI) of the last received message. Note: Value is available 5s after reception. SATELLINE3AS-NMS Epic returns the stronger value of two receivers. Set the RF output power, where xxxxx is the decimal value of the intended power in mill watts. Only values matching exactly the programmed power levels are accepted. Get RF output power.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 13.1.3 Other S L co m m ands Command Description Response SL**> Save all current settings as permanent. "OK" SL%V? Get software revision information "Vn.n.n.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 14 INSTALL ATION 1 4.1 Installation of the radio modem The radio modem should be installed with the installation accessories supplied with the radio modem. There is also available an installation component for mounting the radio modem to a DIN rail. 1. Installation with the installation plate supplied with the radio modem. The installation plate is fastened to the backside of the radio modem.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 4.2 Wiring 1 4 . 2. 1 RS- 2 3 2 wi ring - both Ports 1& 2 connected (DATA and NMS in use) A typical connection between a radio modem and the PC serial ports (RS-232) is depicted in the schematic below. One of the ports serves as the DATA port while the other is for NMS. 9-PIN D-CONN. 3 2 5 TD RD SGND RADIO MODEM 25-PIN D-CONN.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 14.2.2 R S -232 wiring - Port1 without handshaking The simplest connection to PC serial port (RS-232) is depicted in the schematic below. 9-PIN D-CONN. 3 2 5 TD RD SGND 25-PIN D-CONN. 2 3 7 RADIO MODEM TD TD RD RD SGND SGND Fuse 3AS: 630 mA slow 3AS Epic: 4 A slow +Vb 9 DTR 7 1 +Vb 14,15 GND GND 14.2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 14.2.4 R S -422 wiring RADIO MODEM RD positive A' RD negative B' TD positive A 2 3 4 Termination resistor B TD negative Fuse 3AS: 630 mA slow 3AS Epic: 4 A slow +Vb 5 DTR +Vb GND GND 1 14,15 7, 8 If the transmission lines are long the receiving end of the lines must be terminated using a separate termination resistor (typical values range from 100 -120 depending on the characteristic impedance of the transmission line).
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 14.2.6 Profibus wiring RADIO MODEM Data positive A' 2 Termination resistor Data negative B' A B B A Fuse 3AS: 630 mA slow 3AS Epic: 4 A slow +Vb GND 14.2.7 GND DTR +Vb GND 3 4 5 1 14,15 7, 8 Fuse A proper fuse must be connected in between the radio modem and the power supply, see below: Fuse SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS, NMS 869, VHF SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Epic SATELLINE-3AS(d) VHF - 5W model 14.2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 4.3 Antenna installation NO TE! Because of the high transmission power of SATELLINE-3AS(d) NMS Epic radio modem, only an external antenna is allowed. A whip-antenna directly connected to the antenna connector must not be used. 14.3.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 14.3.4 G en eral an tenna installation instructions The reliability and the achievable coverage of useful signal strength can be severely affected by the positioning of the antenna. Antenna and cable connectors should have gold-plated pins and sockets, abuse of low quality connectors can lead to eventual oxidation of the connector surfaces which in turn may degrade the contact and cause additional attenuation.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 The type of the antenna cable is dependent on the length of the antenna cable, and the following table can be used to select a suitable type: Length Type Attenuation 10m/450MHz <5m 0…20m >20m >20m RG58 RG213 NK Cable RFF 1/2"-50 AirCom+ 3.0dB 1.5dB 0.7dB 0.8dB* *) AirCom+ cable is partially air insulated, so the use of this cable requires that the connection between the cable and the connectors are fully airtight.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 SATEL recommends the use of a band-pass filter with a large Q in the antenna cable of the base station. Example of an antenna installation: by using amplifying antennas (G=Gain) and by installing the antenna high, long connection distances can be realised using the SATELLINE3AS-NMS radio modems.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 15 CHE CK L IST The following points must be taken into account when installing and configuring a radio modem: 1. All operating voltages of all the equipment concerned must always be switched OFF before connecting the serial interface cable. 2.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 16 AC C ESSORIES 1 6.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 1 6.5 Antennas Type GAINFLEX 400-430 GAINFLEX 430-470 CA420Q CA450Q MINIFLEX 400-430 MINIFLEX 430-470 ANTENNA 869 Description Half-wave antenna Half-wave antenna Sleeve fed quarter wave whip, 2dBi, 405–440 MHz Sleeve fed quarter wave whip, 2dBi, 440-475 MHz Helix antenna Helix antenna Quarter wave antenna for 869 MHz modems SATEL antenna selection includes also directional and/or omni-directional antennas.
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SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 18 APP ENDIX B - DE L AYS 1 8.1 Fun ctional delays Table 18.1. F unctional delays Function Wakeup time from STAND-BY to ON (controlled by DTR line) Serial interface, turn-around time of RS-232 Serial interface, turn-around time of RS-485 Intercharacter delay Delay (ms) <500 0 <1 Max. 2-3 characters 1 8.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 18.2.1 Transmission delays - 12.5 kHz channel, FEC OFF, no NMS Table 18.2. Transmission delay s with t he following se t tings: • 12.5 kHz channel spacing • FEC OFF (Forward Error Correction fu nction OFF) • No NMS in formation included Transmission delays are in milliseconds (10% marginal) vs. the size of a message (bytes) to be transmitted.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 18.2.2 Transmission delays - 12.5 kHz channel, FEC ON, no NMS Table18.3. Transmission delays with th e following se t tings: • 12.5 kHz channel spacing • FEC ON (Forward Error Correction fun ction ON) • No NMS in formation included Transmission delays are in milliseconds (10% marginal) vs. the size of a message (bytes) to be transmitted.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 18.2.3 Transmission delays - 25 kHz channel, FEC OFF, no NMS Table 18.4. Transmission delay s with t he following se t tings: • 25 kHz channel spacing • FEC OFF (Forward Error Correction fu nction OFF) • No NMS in formation included Transmission delays are in milliseconds (10% marginal) vs. the size of a message (bytes) to be transmitted.
SATELLINE-3AS NMS / NMS Epic / NMS 869 / VHF User Guide, Version 1.0 18.2.4 Transmission delays - 25 kHz channel, FEC ON, no NMS Table 18.5. Transmission delay s with t he following se t tings: • 25 kHz channel spacing • FEC ON (Forward Error Correction fun ction ON) • No NMS in formation included Transmission delays are in milliseconds (10% marginal) vs. the size of a message (bytes) to be transmitted.
