Professional Digital Two-Way Radio System VXD-R70 Repeater Installation Guide Vertex Standard LMR, Inc.
Table of Contents Foreword.............................................................................................................................................................1 Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance...............................................................................................1 Manual Revisions...........................................................................................................................................1 Computer Software Copyrights...
Foreword Foreword This manual is intended for use by experienced technicians familiar with similar types of equipment. Specifically, it contains installation information required for the Vertex Standard VXD-R70 Repeater. For information related to the service of the VXD-R70 Repeater, refer to the list applicable manuals available separately. This list is provided in the Related Publications section on page vii.
Installation Requirements for Compliance with Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure Safety Standards Installation Requirements for Compliance with Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure Safety Standards ATTENTION! This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other use.
Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity This declaration is applicable to your radio only if your radio is labeled with the FCC logo shown below. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC CFR 47 Part 2 Section 2.1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Vertex Standard Co., Ltd. Address: US Headquarters: 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630 U.S.A. Phone Number: 1-800-283-7839 Hereby declares that the product: Model Name: VXD-70R conforms to the following regulations: FCC Part 15, subpart B, section 15.
Product Safety and RF Exposure ATTENTION! BEFORE USING THIS RADIO, READ THIS CHAPTER WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS. The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information contained in user guides published prior to February 2002.
Product Safety and RF Exposure Your Vertex Standard two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines: United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47CFR part 2 subpart J American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.
Product Safety and RF Exposure NOTE: .If you are not sure of the rated power of your radio, contact your Vertex Standard representative or dealer and supply the radio model number found on the radio model label. If you can not determine the rated power out, then assure 3-feet separation from the body of the vehicle. The maximum power shown on the FCC Grant may be higher than the rated power allowing for production variation.
Product Safety and RF Exposure Facilities To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Chapter 1 Pre-Installation Considerations Chapter 1 Pre-Installation Considerations Proper installation ensures the best possible performance and reliability of the VXD-R70 Repeater. Pre-installation planning is required. This includes considering the mounting location of the repeater in relation to input power and antennas. Also consider the site environmental conditions, the particular mounting method (several available), and required tools and equipment.
Chapter 1 Pre-Installation Considerations 1.3 Equipment Ventilation 1.4 AC Input Power Requirements The repeater is equipped with a cooling fan that is used to provide forced convection cooling. When planning the installation, observe the following ventilation guidelines: • Customer-supplied cabinets must be equipped with ventilation slots or openings in the front (for air entry) and back or side panels (for air to exit).
Chapter 1 Pre-Installation Considerations 1.6.3 Lightning Ground Providing adequate lightning protection is critical to a safe reliable communications site. RF transmission cables, and AC and DC power lines must all be protected to prevent lightning energy from entering the site.
Chapter 2 Mechanical Installation Chapter 2 Mechanical Installation This section describes the procedures to unpack and mechanically install the VXD-R70 Repeater. A variety of mounting methods are possible depending on which type of cabinet or rack (if any) has been selected to house the repeater(s). Be sure to observe proper electrostatic discharge precautions if modules must be removed from the repeater. 2.
Chapter 3 Indicators and Connectors Chapter 3 Indicators and Connectors 3.1 Front Panel 3.1.1 LED Indicator Descriptions LED POWER DISABLED DIGITAL ANALOG TX A RX A TX B RX B Page 12 Status Solid GREEN Solid RED Off Solid RED Blinking RED Off Solid BLUE Solid YELLOW Solid GREEN Solid GREEN Solid YELLOW Solid YELLOW Solid GREEN Solid YELLOW Description Repeater powered by AC. Repeater powered by backup battery. Repeater powered off. Repeater function disabled. Repeater in self-test mode.
Chapter 3 Indicators and Connectors 3.2 Rear Panel 3.2.1 Rear Panel Part No Item Rx Connector Power Supply On/Off Switch Battery Backup Connector (DC Input) Power Supply Fan Main Power Supply Connector (AC Input) Rear Accessory Connector Ethernet Connector Main Fan Description BNC (Female). Turns on or off the power to the repeater from AC input. Backup battery supplies backup power to the repeater. The battery is an optional accessory.
Chapter 3 Indicators and Connectors 3.2.2 Rear Accessory Connector The rear accessory connector is located above the ethernet connector. Most of the Vertex Standard-approved accessories are supplied with female terminals crimped to a 20-gauge wire specifically designed to fit the housing of the rear accessory connector. Insert the female terminal into the accessory connector housing in the appropriate locations. The accessory connector housing is provided together with the accessory.
Chapter 4 Electrical Connections Chapter 4 Electrical Connections After the VXD-R70 Repeater has been mechanically installed, electrical connections must be made. This involves making the following connections: • • AC power cord, and antenna coaxial cables Figure 4-1 shows the position of the various connectors and connections on the rear panel of the repeater. Figure 4-1: Locations of Connectors on the Rear Panel of the Repeater 4.1 Power Supply Connections 4.1.
Chapter 4 Electrical Connections 4.1.2 Ground Connection The repeater is equipped with a ground screw located on the rear of the repeater. Connect the site ground cable to the ground screw. The repeater should only be connected to a battery supply that is in accordance with the applicable electrical codes for the end use country; for example, the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 in the U.S. 4.1.
Chapter 4 Electrical Connections 4.2 RF Antenna Connections The transmit and receive antenna RF connection are made using two separate connectors. Coaxial cables from the receive and transmit antenna must be connected to the Type-N (Tx) and BNC (Rx) connectors. The position of these connectors is shown in Figure 4-1. For repeater use, the antennas need adequate isolation between them, or if one antenna is used, the duplexer needs to have adequate isolation between the Tx and Rx ports.
Chapter 5 Post-Installation Checklist Chapter 5 Post-Installation Checklist After the VXD-R70 Repeater has been mechanically installed and all electrical connections have been made, power may now be applied and the repeater checked for proper operation. 5.1 Applying Power Before applying power to the repeater, make sure all boards are securely seated in the appropriate connectors on the backplane and that all RF cables are securely connected.
Warranty Policy Vertex Standard warrants, to the original purchaser only, its Vertex Standard manufactured communications products against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a given period of time from the date of purchase. Limited Warranty Details: North America customers (USA and Canada): http://www.vertexstandard.com/lmr/warranty-terms.aspx Customers outside of North America: contact the authorized dealer in your country.
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Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Vertex Standard could void the user’s authorization to operate this device.
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