SAILOR 6300B MF/HF DSC 150W/150W FCC/250W/500W Installation manual
Table of Contents SAILOR 6300B MF/HF DSC 150W/150W FCC/250W/500W Installation manual Document number: 98-144591-A Release date: October, 2015
Disclaimer Any responsibility or liability for loss or damage in connection with the use of this product and the accompanying documentation is disclaimed by Thrane & Thrane A/S. The information in this manual is provided for information purposes only, is subject to change without notice and may contain errors or inaccuracies. Manuals issued by Thrane & Thrane A/S are periodically revised and updated. Anyone relying on this information should acquire the most current version e.g. from www.cobham.
Safety summary The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment. Thrane & Thrane assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
RF exposure hazards and instructions Your Thrane & Thrane radio generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energy when transmitting. To ensure that you and those around you are not exposed to excessive amounts of energy and thus to avoid health hazards from excessive exposure to RF energy, all persons must obey the following: Caution! Never touch the horn of the Antenna Tuning Unit or feeder wire when the MF/HF radio is transmitting.
Record of revisions Rev. A Description Relase Date Initials Original document October 2015 CMA Preface Radio for occupational use The SAILOR 6300B MF/HF DSC fulfils the requirements of the SOLAS directive and is intended for use in maritime environment. SAILOR 6300B MF/HF DSC is designed for occupational use only and must be operated by licensed personnel only. SAILOR 6300B MF/HF DSC is not intended for use in an uncontrolled environment by general public.
Installation 1. A whip antenna with a maximum gain of 3 dBi must be mounted at least 12.6 ft. (3.9m) above the highest deck where people may be staying during radio transmissions. The distance is to be measured vertically from the lowest point of the antenna. This provides the minimum separation distance which is in compliance with RF exposure requirements and is based on the MPE radius of 6 ft. (1.8m) plus the 6.6 ft. (2.0 m) height of an adult. 2.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 General information 1.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................1-1 1.2 Technical data ...........................................................................................................................1-1 Chapter 2 Installation 2.1 Description .................................................................................................................
Table of Contents Chapter 4 Service 4.1 Preventive maintenance .....................................................................................................4-1 4.2 Cleaning the Air filter (500 W Transceiver only) ......................................................4-1 4.3 System test and verification ..............................................................................................4-2 4.4 Software update .................................................................................
Chapter 1 General information 1.1 Introduction The 150 W/250 W/500 W MF/HF transceiver with integrated DSC and telex (NBDP) is designed for maritime applications in voluntary as well as compulsorily fitted vessels. It offers simplex and semi-duplex SSB radiotelephone communication in the maritime mobile frequency bands between 1.6 and 30 MHz. The basic version of the transceiver includes voice, DSC and a dedicated 2187.5 KHz DSC watch receiver, forming an ideal system for MF GMDSS installations.
Technical data User-programmable stations: Supply voltage: 40 stations with name, MMSI and station channel Nominal 24V DC (-10 +30% — 21.6 - 31.2 V DC) With optional external AC power supply: 115/230V AC 50/60 Hz.
Technical data Rx : 50 ohm General information Input impedance: 12V DC / 20 mA is available for possible use of active antenna.
Technical data Spurious Emission: below -43 dB/PEP below -60 dB/PEP (FCC) Hum and noise: Less than - 40 dB/PEP Output power 150 W SSB: ± 1.4 dB into 50 ohm Antenna. DSC/Telex: 85 W ± 1.4 dB Output power 250 W SSB: ± 1.4 dB into 50 ohm Antenna. DSC/Telex: 125 W ± 1.4 dB Output power 500W SSB: 1.6-4 MHz 400 W PEP +0/-1.4 dB 4-27 MHz 500 W PEP ±1.4 dB into 50 ohm Antenna. DSC/Telex: 250 W ± 1.4 dB 1.2.4 DSC Watch keeping receiver characteristics General: Complies with ETSI 300338 and ETSI 301033..
Technical data DSC: TELEX: DSC Equipment class: Class A Protocols: ITU-R M. 493-13 Ship’s identity: 9-digit identity number NMEA interface: According to IEC 61162-1 GLL, RMC, ZDA, GGA, GNS Protocols: ARQ, FEC and Selective FEC Ship’s identity: 5- and/or 9-digit identity number General information 1.2.6 DSC/Telex modem characteristics 1.2.7 Dimensions and weight Control Unit 6301/02/03: Width: Height: Depth: Weight: 241 mm (9.5") 107 mm (4.2") 99 mm (3.9") 0.82 kg (1.
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Chapter 2 Mounting the Units Installation 2.1 Description 2.2 Installation Correct installation of the equipment is important for maximum performance and reliability. Antennas and earth connections must be installed with the greatest care using corrosion resistant materials. Cable routing shall be made so that the cables are protected from physical damage. Sharp cable bends especially on coaxial cables must be avoided and a sufficient number of clips or straps should be used to secure the cables.
Mounting the Units Control Units with flush mounting bracket Weight: Flush mount bracket 0.04 kg Drilling plan R2.5mm x 4 Flush mount template 89mm WARNING: Only use screws supplied with mounting kit for attaching flush mounting bracket to Control Unit. 227mm Remove material from shaded area only! Handset for Control Unit 75 This Handset has a hook-on/off function, which is activated by a small magnet embedded in the cradle.
Mounting the Units 2.2.2 Mounting the Transceiver Unit (TU) The Transceiver Unit should be installed in a dry place and consideration should be given to accessibility for servicing. It is important to provide sufficient airspace below, above and in front of the unit for adequate air circulation through the cooling fins. The drawing below shows the outer dimensions, mounting possibilities and the minimum distance to other objects, as well as a drilling plan.
Mounting the Units Transceiver Unit 500 W 391 mm 360 mm 217 mm 332 mm 160 mm Min. 1000 mm Space for airflow and service 350 mm 505 mm 4 x ø8mm Cable fitting 105 mm Min. 200 mm Space for service access Min. 150 mm Space for cable and airflow 2-4 360 mm 379 mm 35 mm 4 x ø6mm Chapter 2: Installation 23.
Mounting the Units 2.2.3 Mounting the Antenna Tuning Unit (ATU) The ATU may be mounted up to 100 metres from the Transceiver Unit using just one RG-213/U or better coaxial cable. The ATU must be installed outside in a convenient position to have good access for sufficient length of feeder wire to meet the antenna connection point. Antenna Tuning Unit 150 W/250 W 80 mm Installation It is recommended to use the mounting bracket shown in section 2.2.4 290 mm 200 mm 352 mm Min.
Mounting the Units Antenna Tuning Unit 500 W 4-0-32426 1) Distance to metal constructions: min. 150 2) Space for service access: min. 500 3) Space for cable and service access: min.
Mounting the Units 2.2.4 Recommended ATU installation On a metal-hull vessel Install the ATU on an ATU Mounting Kit. The kit is stainless steel which can be bolted or welded to ship's hull to ensure good and solid connection in the radio system primary ground point. The mounting kit will at the same time ensure straight and flat mounting for the ATU cabinet and provide good airflow around the ATU for better heat dissipation. Install the ATU on an ATU Mounting Kit.
Ground connections 2.2.5 SAILOR 6208 Control Unit Connection Box The SAILOR 6208 is used to convert the small cable dimension from preconfigured cable plug to spring loaded terminals with strain relief for connection to larger cable dimensions. The box is used to connect the Transceiver Unit to Control Units and Message Terminal respectively. The box is fitted with optional 120 ohm CAN-BUS termination. Drilling Plan Weight: SAILOR 6208 0.5 kg. 2.2.
Grounding considerations 2.3 Ground connections 2.3.1 Grounding considerations Proper system grounding is one of the most important installation details. Two areas of grounding must be considered: Each area requires separate considerations even though they are interrelated. Ideally the Control Unit, Transceiver Unit, Antenna Tuning Unit and the antenna ground-plane must have the same RF ground potential.
Grounding considerations 2.3.3 Minimizing ground loops By routing the coax cable very close together with the ATU ground strap (secure good RF coupling between the two) all the way down to the ground-plane, there will be no RF ground loop left to generate the interference. OK installation TU ATU CU Vg = Iant x Zg Zg coaxial cable Ground-Plane 2.3.4 Antenna start The vertical antenna always starts at its electrical ground-plane, whether or not it is physically mounted there.
Antennas 20 6.6 50 80 As the earth connection of a transmitter is a very imCopper strap cut-out at the ATU end portant part of the antenna system, it is of the utmost importance to keep in mind that the earth connection of the Antenna Tuning Unit must have the lowest possible RF-impedance. Losses in the earth connection will result in a decrease in radiated power which means that the range of the transmitter will be reduced. In steel ships a 100 x 0.
Antennas 2.4 Antennas 2.4.1 Transceiver Antenna The equipment is used with separate transmitting and receiving antennas. The antennas should be erected in the open, away from conducting object such as derricks etc. which may cause reduction of the radiated power. Insulators should be of the best type having low leakage even when wet. Stays, wires, steel masts etc. should be either effectively earthed or insulated.
Antennas 2.4.2 Considerations on antenna length requirements The length of the transmitting antenna used with MF/HF equipment in general and the MF/HF equipment specifically for purpose of this discussion is of utmost importance for the proper performance of the equipment, i.e. the ability to tune properly to the antenna and the effective transmission range.
Antennas Function of the Antenna Tuning Unit (ATU) The MF/HF transmitter power amplifier (PA) provides a fixed output impedance of 50 ohms over its operating frequency range to which the load (the antenna) should be matched (i.e. load should preferably be 50 ohms also) in order for the transmitter to deliver its full power output to the load. However, with the varying impedance of an antenna, as described above such a condition may only be met at one or - at best - a few specific frequencies.
Antennas Antenna system installation in practice Installation As noted on the impedance figures in above table, the measurements were made with the antenna raised on a 2 m steel pipe over a flat steel roof (ground plane) and a 2 m feed line. This implies that the measured impedance is in fact that of the actual antenna (electrical) length plus additional 2 m. The electrical length of the 8 m bracket mount (side fed) Comrod transmitter antenna is 6.
Antennas 2.5 DC Power cabling The supply leads are connected to the supply terminal of the Transceiver Unit. The supply terminal is designed for 3 wire shielded power supply cable to meet international installation and EMC requirements. The safety ground wire is connected to the terminal showing ground symbol and shielding connected to the cable fitting shown in page 2-3 must be well grounded to ships hull. The earth connection of the equipment will not cause the battery to be earthed.
DC Power cabling 2.
2-18 Chapter 2: Installation External DSC Alarms (optional) speaker 8 ) **Loud 1 LTW 10 Female Handset LTW 12 Female AUX 406208A Control Unit Conn. Box 8 LTW 10 Female ACC 12 Printer GND 3 2 Message Terminal ***) 14 406208A Control Unit Conn.
Interconnection of units Cable 1: Control Unit - ACC Cable: 10 x LTW-UL2464 26AWG Cable-connector: 10 way (ex. LTW) 5 m cable with connector supplied Control Unit Cable 2: Designation Remarks Color 1 NMEA+ NMEA position input Brown 2 NMEA- NMEA position input Blue 3 2182 Select 4 OC output.
Interconnection of units Cable 3a: 2nd Control Unit - Transceiver Unit If a 2nd control unit is installed, this can be done by splitting and extending the CAN bus, using e.g. the 406208A control unit box. Note that the CAN bus must be terminated with 120 Ohm in each end of the bus (not in the middle!). The transceiver unit is terminated per default. Move Jumper W402 placed just inside the transceiver unit, if termination is not needed in the place the transceiver is installed.
Interconnection of units Cable 9: Transceiver Unit - AUX Cable: 10 x LTW-UL2464 26AWG Cable-connector: 10 way (ex.
Interconnection of units Cable 11: Message Terminal Cable: Shielded high quality USB-cable Maximum cable length 1 m Cable 12: Ethernet Cable: STP/FTP CAT-5E or better Maximum cable length 100 m Cable 13: Transceiver Unit – 24 V Battery For power cable information see section 2.
Interconnection of units 2.7 Position and time information 2.7.1 Connection of Navigation Equipment NMEA IN + A NMEA IN - B The circuit operates with a minimum differential input voltage of 2 volts and draws less than 2 mA from the line at that voltage. The maximum voltage is 15 volts. Interconnection between devices may be by means of two-conductor shielded twisted-pair cable. Multiple listeners may be connected to a single talker. The receivers are connected in parallel.
Position and time information 2.8 Telex operation The GMDSS Radiotelex Terminal is designed in accordance with relevant IMO, ITU and ETSI recommendation/specifications and has been approved for shipboard installations to be operating within the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System. It supports world-wide ship-to-ship, shore-to-ship and ship-to-shore communication by utilizing the radiotelex protocols described in ITU-R M.625.
Telex operation 2.9 ID programming Installation 2.9.1 Front Panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 98-144591-A Loudspeaker. Four soft keys with function title in the display. Large TFT color display. Alphanumerical keys to enter Rx or Tx frequency or text strings. CH button for channel selection. Rx/Tx Key to enter Tx or RX frequency. Connector for handset or handmicrophone. Distress button for sending a Distress alert. RF gain control (IF).
ID programming 2.9.2 Set-up Menu Menu items shown in bold is only available in the menu structure when it is extended by access password >1-2-3-4-5< in the System Set-up menu.
ID programming 2.9.
ID programming 2.10 Programming Telex ID Programming Telex ID is done via the in SAILOR 6006 Message Terminal. Requires that the Telex option has been enabled in the radio (see ‘Option Code Activation’) and TLX mode selected on the Control Unit (12). The MMSI (9 digits) is automatically transferred from radio to SAILOR 6006 Message Terminal when TLX mode is selected. 5 digit TLX call code and answerback is programmed on screen via the SAILOR 6006 Message terminal.
Programming Telex ID Installation Figure Shift (FS), Letter Shift (LS), Carriage Return (CR) and Line Feed (LF) are normally not required inserted in the answerback.
Programming Telex ID 2.11 Configuration The GMDSS approved radio is by default configured to meet the legislative requirements and restrictions. Optional functionality may be configured and will normally require national exemptions to be utilized. Configuration and test facilities, which are considered ‘user facilities and basic settings’, are available via the menu structure.
Configuration 2.11.4 DSC Printer configuration Operation Operation Function 2 2 x More 2 Set-up 2 5x> System Set-up Scroll down to 11 Rotate Printer configuration Select 11 Press Installation Press Key 2.11.5 DSC self test Menu Key Operation 3x> 2 DSC set-up Scroll 11 DSC Self Test Press 11 Select Press 11 To Activate Function RUN System start TX test With DSC call on 2187.5 kHz to own WR. 2.11.
Configuration 2.11.9 Option code activation 6-channel Watch Receiver and Telex functions are optional features and are thus disabled in the radio as supplied from factory.
Configuration TX band configuration Operation Key Press Operation Function 2 2 x More 2 Set-up 2 1x> Channel Set-up TX-Band Scroll down 11 Rotate Select 11 Press Press 2 Add New band Key In Band limits 4 1605,0 26175,0 The freqs wanted Press 2 Save Free run TX 2.11.12 Installation 2.11.
Configuration 2.12 Final installation check Refer to ‘User Manual’ – chapter Service & Preventive Maintenance.
Chapter 3 Technical description 3.1 Control Unit 3.2 Transceiver Unit The Transceiver Unit consists of four modules. Two modules located in the base part of the unit: a Supply Filter module, an Exciter Control module, and two modules are located in the door part of the unit: a power amplifier module including filter bank and a switched mode power supply. The main wiring is by ribbon cables with Micro Match connectors. RF signals are routed in coaxial cables. 3.
Technical description LEDs on the ECM boards can be used to verify the following items: LED Normal state Status FPGA A Off Transmit protection detected in current PTT session (reset when PTT is released and pressed again) FPGA D Off Reset from CPU has not been detected after FPGA boot. FPGA B Blink Reserved FPGA C Blink Reduced DAC clock ~2.93Hz – not necessarily in phase with FPGA LED FPGA OWRFLW Off ADC Overflow FPGA ALIVE Blink Alive led – Shall blink at ~2.
Technical description 3.6 PA and Filters module 60-123937 (FCC) The PA and Filters module includes PA drivers, PA-stage, protection circuits, bias circuits, key circuit and five lowpass filters with relays and relay drivers. The PA and Filters receive the modulated RF input signal from the RX/EX Signal Path and delivers the amplified and filtered output signal to the TX/RX connector via a receive/transmit relay on the Control/Intercon module.
Transceiver unit block diagram (150W/250W) 3.9 SMPS module 60-126136 (500 W) This switched mode power supply contains a common input filter for 60-126136 and 60-126172 and supplies the PA. The input and output are galvanically isolated, and the output is floating with regards to ground. The supply for the PA is 45 V, and is switched on with the HT On connection. A reduced voltage for the PA is available in Telex-mode. A fan blower control circuit is also employded.
Transceiver unit interconnection diagram 3.10.2 ATU module 60-131020 (500W) The ATU module comprises of a tuning network, measuring system and micro-controller circuits. The ATU module matches the impedance of the antenna to 50 ohm in order to gain the best possible SWR towards the TU. The TU communicates tuning process and frequency information with the ATU. The tuning network consists of capacitor bank 1, capacitor bank 2, and an inductor bank.
Transceiver unit interconnection diagram 3.11 Power control and protection system The Transceiver has an automatic power level system, which ensures that optimum power is delivered to the Antenna. The Tune Sequence, which is automatically initiated when keying the transmitter after a frequency change, makes the Tuning Network of the Antenna Tuning Unit tune to the best obtainable SWR.
Chapter 4 Service 4.1 Preventive maintenance Due to the modern design of the transceiver preventive maintenance can be reduced to a minimum provided the equipment is correctly installed. To ensure maximum performance and minimum repair trouble we recommend following the below stated items for preventive maintenance: 1. The condition of the battery should be checked at frequent intervals. 2. Check the condition of antenna installation, ground connection and cables at regular intervals.
Software update 4.3 System test and verification Ref to ‘User Manual’ – chapter 'Service & Preventive Maintenance' 4.4 Software update For Software upload please refer to '97-147768 – User manual SAILOR 6300B MF/HF Service Interface', available for download at Cobham extranet. Latest SW for CU and TU is available for download at www.cobham/satcom.
Chapter 5 Spare part exchange 5.1 Disassembling the Transeciver Init (150 W/250 W) To open the transceiver unit loosen the 4 screws (2 on each side) on the side of the cabinet. Move the screws to the side to unlock the TU. Now open the TU by pulling the front door towards you. Loosen 4 screws Screw A2 M6x30mm 87.838 Hinge Bolt, ø11.4 x ø27 x 54.5mm 238106 Spare part exchange Hinge Bolt, ø11.
Disassembling the Transceiver Unit (500 W) 5.2 Disassembling the Transceiver Unit (500 W) To remove the transceiver cover loosen the 4 screws (2 on each side) on the side of the cabinet and pull the cover from the transceiver. Loosen 4 screws M6x16 SMPS modules Loosen 17 screws M3x8 99-126728 To open the transceiver loosen the 2 screews on the right hand side of the cabinet. Loosen 2 screws M6x30 Required service tool: hexagonal socket wrench, bits 1/4", length min. 16 cm.
C95 C18 V33 R202 C17 R160 H49 H48 H47 C149 C88 C16 C14 Chapter 5: Spare part exchange 1 1 C13 C15 H9 X3 H37 C94 W3 X3 H26 H27 K9 K8 C87 C86 C19 C2 C1 C238 H19 R106 C183 C175 C182 C176 C28 C27 C179 C178 C81 R103 R104 T3 C187 C186 C171 H6 C147 H18 C170 H5 C173 L22 C30 C22 C172 C23 C29 C242 R37 R38 C145 H42 H41 V6 H44 H43 V7 C85 H8 H23 L14 R34 N17 C41 R210 R27 R219 R220 R122 N19 R44 R40 R216 R215 R217 R47 N20 C225 C146
Transceiver Unit module location 500 W Transciver Unit The modules and internal cables illustrated in the following pages are available as spare parts, some as individual parts and others as part of a subassembly or a set. For identification of parts and part numbers refer to the eShop at the Thrane & Thrane Extranet.
Transceiver Unit module location 5.4 Module overview Exciter Control module 60-139984 .
Module overview PA and filters module 60-123937 (FCC) PA and filters module 60-125886 (500 W) SMPS module 60-122882 (150 W/250 W) 5-6 Chapter 5: Spare part exchange 98-144591-A
Module overview SMPS module 60-126172 (500 W) Spare part exchange SMPS module 60-126136 (500 W) 98-144591-A Chapter 5: Spare part exchange 5-7
Accessory list 5.5 Required service tools 150 W/250 W For disassembling transceiver unit: For shield cover, print and cables: Slotted screwdriver Torx screwdriver T10 For disassembling transceiver unit: For transceiver modules and cables: Hexagonal socket wrench 1/4" lenght min.16 cm Torx screwdriver T10 Slottet screwdriver Spanner for M5 nut 500 W 5.6 Accessory list Item Part no.
Glossary Chapter 1: General information A AGC Automatic Gain Control ALC Automatic Level Control AM Amplitude Modulation ATU Antenna Tuning Unit C CU Control Unit D DSC Digital Selective Call F FEC Forward Error Correction H HF High Frequency 3-30 MHz J J2B DSC/Telex (modulation) J3E SSB Telephony (modulation) L Lower Side Band Glossary LSB M MF Medium Frequency 300-3000 KHz MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity MSI Maritime Safety Information N NBDP Narrow Band Direct Printing
Grossary P PA Power Amplifier PTT Push To Talk R RX Receive(r) S Sitor SImplex Teletype Over Radio (Radio Telex) SMPS Switch Mode Power Supply SSB Single Side Band (either lower or upper) T TU Transmitter Unit TX Transmit U USB Glossary-2 Upper Side Band 98-144591-A
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