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RPR 583 TECHNICAL MANUAL RADIO PAGING RECEIVER MODEL RPR 583 > Printed and Published in England TM1212 Issue 1 Page (i)
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The information in this manual has been carefully compiled and checked for technical accuracy. Multitone Electronics plc accept no liability for inaccuracies or errors. In line with the company policy of technical advancement, the information within this document may be changed.
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RPR 583 CONTENTS Page (i) Title Page Page (ii) Company Liability Page (iii) Contents Page (iv) Effective Page List Page (v) Safety Summary Warning Caution Section 1 Introduction and Specification Section 2 Operating Instructions Section 3 Technical Description Section 4 Installation &...
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RPR 583 SAFETY SUMMARY The following information applies to both operating and servicing personnel. General Warnings and Cautions will be found throughout the manual, where they apply, which refer to the applicable part of this summary. WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life.
RPR 583 INTRODUCTION The Multitone RPR 583 pager is a UHF receiver for On-site applications. The pager receives alpha-numeric messages sent in Multitone Mk7 digital format. The front panel of the unit has a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) to display messages and other information.
Disposable Alkaline AAA (1.5 Volts Nominal) Rechargeable Nicad AAA Typical Battery Life (disposable): 800 hrs 1.3.3 Code Format The Code Type is Multitone Mk7 digital format 1.3.4 Memory Capacity: The unit can accept messages to a maximum 1024 alpha-numeric characters.
RPR 583 1.3.5 Displays, Controls and Alerts Liquid Crystal Display: The display shows two or four lines of characters. The maximum number of characters in each line depends on the font selected. The maximum number of symbols which can be displayed at one time depends on which symbols are showing.
DO NOT LEAVE THE PAGER EXPOSED TO STRONG SUNLIGHT. CONTROLS AND DISPLAY Refer to Figure 2.1 for the identification and location of the controls and display associated with the RPR 583. > CONTROL BUTTONS TAG11217-1 Figure 2.1: Controls and Display...
RPR 583 2.1.1 Controls The three push-buttons have these functions: O> Selects the unit functions Moves the cursor to the left Moves the cursor to the right 2.1.2 Display The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows messages, symbols and other information associated with the unit.
RPR 583 2.2.2 Setting the Options Make sure that the unit is ON and that the display shows the standby screen. Push O> and release the button. The display will show the main menu of seven symbols. These are: DELETE...
RPR 583 Viewing Archived Messages To view the messages in the archive, select the archive symbol on the main O> menu and push the button. The display shows the most recent message. Í Ì Push the or the button to scroll through the messages. If the message is O>...
RPR 583 2.2.5 Alert (Optional Feature) The RPR 583 has four RIC addresses as described in paragraph 2.3.1. Each RIC has its own type of alerts. The operator can select some of the alert parameters. Alerts have these options: Audible alert.
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RPR 583 To set the audible alert ON or OFF, select the symbol. ¬ Use the buttons to select the set the audible alert ON or OFF When the audible alert is ON, the display shows When the audible alert is OFF, the display shows NOTE: Beep codes 5 and 8 will override the OFF selection.
RPR 583 2.2.6 Display The display option allows the operator to change three functions of the display. These are: Message Font Backlight Display contrast To change the display options, first select the display function on the main menu as shown in paragraph 2.2.2. The display shows the display option menu with three symbols: The symbols correspond to the three options given above.
RPR 583 To operate the backlight, select the symbol. ¬ Use the buttons to select the backlight ON or OFF. When the backlight is selected ON, the display option menu shows and the backlight illuminates for a short time. When the backlight is selected OFF, the display option menu shows O>...
RPR 583 The set time screen shows two options: Setting the Time and Date (Refer to paragraph 2.2.8). Setting the Timed-off Time (Refer to paragraph 2.2.9). 2.2.8 Setting the Time and Date ¬ Use the buttons to choose the Setting the Time and Date symbol O>...
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RPR 583 2.2.9 Setting the Timed-off Time This option sets the pager OFF and ON at preset times (e.g. overnight). To select this option : Select the Set Time screen as shown in paragraph 2.2.7. ¬ O> Use the buttons to choose the symbol then push the button.
RPR 583 2.2.10 Deleting Messages Deleting Stored or Archived Messages To delete any message in the store or archive memories of the pager: ¬ O> Select the message with the buttons. Use the button to read the complete message. O>...
RPR 583 2.2.11 Switching the Unit OFF The pager can be switched OFF but the pager cannot receive messages while it is set to this state. To switch the pager OFF: Select the OFF function on the main menu as shown in paragraph 2.2.2...
The audible alert can be programmed ON or OFF for each information service. The unit can receive tone or alphanumeric messages sent on one of the Multitone Beep Codes. Group calls can be allocated for a maximum of 10, 100 or 1000 users.
RPR 583 If the call is not acknowledged, the pager may be pre-programmed to give a short alert every two minutes until the battery is exhausted. O> If the message is longer than the screen can show, push the button to show the œ...
RPR 583 2.3.4 Archiving Messages Messages can be protected by transferring them to the Archive Store. Refer to paragraph 2.2.3 or paragraph 2.3.2. for the procedure. 2.3.5 Reviewing Information Service Messages (Optional Feature) When this feature is available, the standby screen shows the symbol when the pager receives an Information Service message.
RPR 583 LOW BATTERY 2.4.1 Low Battery Warning (Optional Feature) When this feature is available, the standby screen shows the Low Battery symbol when the unit battery needs replacing. The unit can also be programmed to give an audible alert when the symbol shows on the screen.
Charging Rack When the unit is fitted with a rechargeable battery, the battery can be recharged in situ by placing the complete unit in a Multitone Absence/Charging Rack designed for the unit. This will be one of the following: A3RU...
RPR 583 LANYARD ASSEMBLY Figure 2.4 shows the method of assembling the lanyard to the unit. STAGE 2 STAGE 1 PULL THE LOOP THROUGH THE SQUEEZE THE LOOP TOGETHER SLOT AS FAR AS POSSIBLE AND PUSH IT INTO THE SLOT...
The block diagram of the functional areas of the RPR 583 is shown in Figure 3.1. Refer to Section 7 for the circuit diagram and board layout information.
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RPR 583 The RF signal enters the aerial and is fed to the dual conversion superheterodyne receiver. The signal is demodulated from RF to baseband frequencies, converted to digital format and is then fed to the decoder. This results in the received data activating the memory, display and the selected audible alert or vibrate alert.
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RPR 583 Output from the RF amplifier passes through an image filter which provides these functions: Attenuation of the first image frequency. Attenuation of signals outside the required band. Matches the output impedance of the RF amplifier to the input impedance of the mixer stage.
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RPR 583 The output from FL403 is split: one output connects through C450 to pin 6 of IC401 and the IF amplifier; the other connects to the Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) circuit in IC401 through C419, R407 and pin 5.
3.3.2 Message Decoder The Microprocessor, IC3, contains software to process data signals received in Multitone Mk7 format. When no valid signals are received by the unit, the system goes into a standby mode to reduce power consumption. TM1212 Issue 1...
RPR 583 3.3.3 Microprocessor The microprocessor controls the functions of the unit. A 4.19MHz clock controlled by XL1, provides the basic timing for the system. A second clock (TR5, TR7, XL2) provides pulses at 32.768kHz, to operate the microprocessor while it is in standby mode.
RPR 583 3.3.7 Display Illumination One miniature lamp is used to illuminate the LCD display. The lamp is selected ON or OFF using the buttons on the front panel. The ‘Lamp ON/OFF’ signal, which comes from pin 8 of the microprocessor, controls transistor TR2 in the lamp circuit.
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RPR 583 SECTION 4 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING There are no installation and commissioning procedures for the RPR 583 unit. TM1212 Issue 1 Page 4 - 1...
Test Equipment The following test equipment is required: IBM PC or compatible personal computer Programming Software P672A P654 Test Encoder + Multitone MK7 Test Encoder Software RF Signal Generator (DC FM coupled) Oscilloscope Millivoltmeter with high impedance, low capacitance probe...
RPR 583 5.4.2 Tools and Ancillaries The following tools and ancillaries are required: DC Power Supply, 1-1.5 volts. Cross-point Screwdriver Surface Mount Handling Tools Anti-static Workstation DISASSEMBLY 5.5.1 Case Removal Refer to Figure 5.1. Use a thumbnail to press down on the battery door lock on the back of the unit.
RPR 583 APPLY PRESSURE WITH FINGERS TO SIDES OF CASE > LIFT FRONT EDGE OF CASE FRONT UNTIL REAR CATCHES DISENGAGE TAG11213-1 Fig. 5.2: Case Front Removal Remove the Case Back by applying pressure to the sides of the case, as shown in Figure 5.2, and lifting the front edge of the Case Front until the rear catches...
RPR 583 5.5.4 LCD Module Removal Remove the Board Assembly from the case (see paragraphs 5.5.1 and 5.5.2) and separate the decoder board from the radio board (see paragraph 5.5.3, a) through c)). Release the display bezel from the two holes in the Decoder Board and carefully fold the module away from the board, to get access to the flexible cable.
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RPR 583 TAG11344-1 Case Front Assembly Battery Door LCD Display Case Fixing Screw Decoder Board Assembly Battery Negative Contact Radio Board Assembly Rubber Mat Case Back Assembly Moulding Bezel LCD Battery Positive Contact Display Gasket Case Fixing Screw Fig. 5.3: Exploded View of Unit...
RPR 583 5.6.3 LCD Module Installation Clean and tin the pads on the Decoder Board. Use the correct soldering tools to connect the flexible cable to the Decoder Board. Carefully fold the flexible cable. Position the display bezel over the cable so that the two pins on the rear of the bezel fit in the holes on the Decoder Board.
RPR 583 FAULT FINDING 5.7.1 General Refer to the Fault Finding Guide (Figures 5.5 through 5.7) and the information given in Tables 5.1 through 5.9 and Figures 5.8 through 5.11 to help resolve problems. Alignment information is in paragraph 5.8. Programming information is given in paragraph 5.9.
RPR 583 PL401 N.C. CHGDET VDD (+3V) FSTCHG DATA RXEN N.C. N.C. LOWBAT BEEP RADIO BOARD DECODER BOARD TAG11345-1 Fig. 5.4: Connections between Radio Board and Decoder Board 5.7.4 Battery-Low Circuit Test To check the Battery-Low circuit: Connect the variable DC power supply to the unit and set the output to 1.05 volts.
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RPR 583 PAGER SUSPECT FIT A NEW BATTERY AND SWITCH ON. IS THE ‘SWITCH ON’ MESSAGE SEQUENCE? BLANK CORRUPTED IS DISPLAY BLANK OR CORRUPTED? CORRUPTED EEPROM. RE-PROGRAM. RE-TEST. IS BEEP AUDIBLE AT SWITCH-ON? DE-CASE AND CHECK DISPLAY MODULE, V INTERCONNECTIONS.
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RPR 583 ‘B’ PLACE THE UNIT IN A P671. SEND A CALL. IS CALL RECEIVED? >3dBm ‘B’ CHECK O.K. SENSITIVITY. DE-CASE. PLACE IN P671. CHECK 1V LINE. IS LEVEL 1V ±50mV? REALIGN AND RECEIVER RE-TEST O.K. SEND PRE-AMBLE. CHECK TP416, TR406, AT 50dBm WITH IC401.
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RPR 583 ‘C’ IS 455kHz PRESENT ON TP405? FL403 OR C450 FAULTY. IS 455kHz PRESENT AT IC401, PIN 3? FL402 FAULTY. IS 2nd LOCAL OSC. O/P (IC401, PINS 1 AND 2) >200mV? CHECK XL401 SHORT JUNCTION OF C407/R445 TO 0V.
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RPR 583 Table 5.1: Radio Board DC Voltage Levels COMPONENT COLLECTOR BASE EMITTER COMMENTS TR401 0.29 0.73 RF Amplifier TR402 0.87 1.02 0.29 RF Amplifier TR403 0.845 0.678 First Mixer TR404 0.733 0.015 AGC Switch TR406 1.018 0.791 1V Series Regulator TR410 0.95...
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RPR 583 VOLTS 2.2V 0.19V TIME WAVEFORM AT C26 VOLTS 4.19MHz WITHIN THE ENVELOPE TIME WAVEFORM AT R1/C16 VOLTS 1.49V TIME WAVEFORM AT IC3, PIN45 TAG11348-1 Fig. 5.9: Decoder Board Waveforms TM1212 Issue 1 Page 5 - 17...
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RPR 583 VOLTS VOLTS 3V p-p 3V p-p TIME TIME 0.68ms 0.68ms WAVEFORM AT PIN 27 WAVEFORM AT PIN 28 VOLTS VOLTS 6V p-p 6V p-p TIME TIME 0.68ms 0.68ms WAVEFORM AT PIN 29 WAVEFORM AT PIN 30 VOLTS TIME 0.68ms...
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RPR 583 Table 5.7: IC4 RAM Pin Connections Pin Number Pin Name Description Address line AD14 Address line AD12 Address line AD07 Address line AD06 Address line AD05 Address line AD04 Address line AD03 Address line AD02 Address line AD01...
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RPR 583 Table 5.8: LCD Display Pin Connections Pin Number Pin Name Description Not Used RESET Reset - input signal Ground Ground Ground Ground LCD-CS - chip select AD16 - display address input signal WR - LCD write enable input signal...
RPR 583 RADIO ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE 5.8.1 Preparation Remove the Board Assembly from the Case (see paragraph 5.5.2). Install a 0 ohm resistor or a shorting link in the position for R456, to disable the BEC. Disable the AGC circuit by connecting TP403 to 0 volts. Alternatively, lift R409.
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RPR 583 Put a known good battery in the unit (but leave the battery door off). Put the unit in the P671A jig, fold the jig arm over the unit and lock the arm in position. Connect the SINAD meter to the alignment pins on the P671A (refer to Figure 5.13)
RPR 583 5.8.3 Pager Sensitivity Measurement (Coarse) To determine the pager sensitivity, configure the test equipment as shown in Figure 5.14 and do the procedure given in sub-paragraphs a) through e). NOTE: This is only an indication of sensitivity, which is dependant on the unit under test being in a noise free environment.
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RPR 583 20mm 60mm 20mm 52mm 14mm 80mm ø 20mm TAG11124-1 Fig. 5.15: Polystyrene Block for TEM Cell Test - Dimensions Page 5 - 26 TM1212 Issue 1...
RPR 583 PROGRAMMING 5.9.1 General The pager contains an EEPROM which holds unique data. The data may be altered as shown in the following paragraphs. 5.9.2 Equipment The following equipment is required: P671A Alignment Jig P672A Programming Software Programming Cable IBM PC or equivalent 5.9.3...
RPR 583 ITEM/CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION PART No. REFERENCE Banded Capacitors BAND 1 BAND 2 BAND 3 BAND 4 430-434.999MHz 435-439.999MHz 440-443.999MHz 444-446.999MHz C428 C459 C463 C464 BAND 5 BAND 6 BAND 7 BAND 8 447-450.999MHz 451-456.999MHz 457-462.999MHz 463-469.999MHz C428 C459 C463...
RPR 583 ITEM/CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION PART No. REFERENCE Banded Crystals BAND 1 BAND 2 BAND 3 BAND 4 430-434.999MHz 435-439.999MHz 440-443.999MHz 444-446.999MHz XL401 44.545MHz 44.545MHz 44.545MHz 45.455MHz BAND 5 BAND 6 BAND 7 BAND 8 447-450.999MHz 451-456.999MHz 457-462.999MHz 463-469.999MHz XL401 44.545MHz 44.545MHz...
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RPR 583 ITEM/CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION PART No. REFERENCE Resistors R401 RES CHIP 56S 5% 62m5W 3115-0044 R402 RES CHIP 10k 5% 62m5W 3115-0098 R403,408,439,448,470 RES CHIP 100S 5% 62m5W 3115-0050 R404,446,464 RES CHIP 1k0 5% 62m5W 3115-0074 R405 RES CHIP 18k 5% 62m5W...
RPR 583 ITEM/CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION PART No. REFERENCE Semiconductors IC401 IC TK14590V 3825-0002 TR401,403,410 TRANS CHIP NE85619 3601-0013 TR 402,414 TRANS CHIP NPN 2SC4726-TL 3602-0052 TR406 TRANS CHIP BC808-40W 3602-0058 TR407 TRANS CHIP 2SA1774 3602-0049 TR415 TRANS CHIP DTC115TUA 3611-0004 TR416...
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RPR 583 ITEM/CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION PART No. REFERENCE DECODER ASSEMBLY (PCB 3061- 5946) Capacitors C3,6,8,9,10,11,14,19,20,21, 22,23,24,25 CAP CHIP 100n 10% 16V 3332-0014 CAP CHIP 68p 5% 50V 3326-0025 CAP CHIP 15p 5% 50V 3326-0017 CAP CHIP 10u 20% 6V3 3412-0106 C12,15...
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RPR 583 ITEM/CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION PART No. REFERENCE Semiconductors IC 512X8 EPROM 3818-0006 MICROPROCESSOR, OTP RPR580 0501-0215 IC 32KX8 SRAM 3821-0009 IC VOLTAGE DETECTOR 2V0 6003-0011 IC VOLTAGE CONVERTER 3V0 6004-0005 TR1,3,6 CHIP TRANS DTC115TUA 3611-0004 TRANS PNP, BC808-40W 3602-0058 TRANS 2SD1757KS...
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