User's Manual

Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater
User Manual V1.0
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4 Troubleshooting
4.1 Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX Scenarios
Tx Rx Explanation
RED RED
The COM port can not send or receive data. Check the COM
port connection to the computer and the repeater. Ensure that
the repeater is turned on and that the connection to the
repeater is secure.
Blinking
GREEN
RED
The repeater is not receiving any commands from the OMS
software. Ensure that the repeater is tuned on and check for
proper COM port connection.
Blinking
GREEN
Solid
GREEN
The repeater is not receiving any commands from the OMS
software. In this state, the repeater is either processing or
executing a command. Wait for a few seconds for the Rx LED
to blink periodically.
Blinking
GREEN
Blinking
GREEN
Successful Connection. The Epoch-S02 1 w OMS V1.XX and the
repeater are communicating successfully.
Note: The Tx/Rx LEDs will blink periodically only on the Status Window.
4.2 Common Installation Problems
Problem Possible Solution
A serial port is
not available on
the PC (only has
a USB Port)
You would need a USB-to-Serial adapter so that it can connect
to the straight-through serial cable that is included with the
repeater.
The power
green LED on
the front panel
is not lit.
Option 1: Check if the power supply switch is turned on by
opening the second door of the repeater.
Option 2: Check if the control board switch is turned on by
opening the second door of the repeater.
OMS Software &
Laptop - No
Communication
Option 1: Please verify that the serial cable is a straight-
through serial cable (use the one that came with the repeater).
Option 2: Verify that proper COM port has been selected and
the Tx and Rx LEDs are lit green and blinking periodically on
the Status Window.
Status Window –
Weak Signal or
Donor RSS
Option 1: Check that the donor and server antennas are
connected to the proper antenna ports on the repeater.
Option 2: Check if the current OMS software loaded is the
Table 9 - Tx and Rx LEDs