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Pulsar TCF–10B System Manual

Frequency-programmable frequency-shift carrier transmitter/receiver
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TCF–10B
FREQUENCY-PROGRAMMABLE
FREQUENCY-SHIFT CARRIER
TRANSMITTER/RECEIVER
System Manual
CF44—VER05
(Replaces CF44—VER04)
4050 NW 121st Avenue
Coral Springs, FL USA 33065
1–800–785–7274
Technologies, Inc.
www.pulsartech.com
Printed
December 2004

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  • Page 1 TCF–10B FREQUENCY-PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY-SHIFT CARRIER TRANSMITTER/RECEIVER System Manual CF44—VER05 (Replaces CF44—VER04) 4050 NW 121st Avenue Coral Springs, FL USA 33065 1–800–785–7274 Technologies, Inc. www.pulsartech.com Printed December 2004...
  • Page 2 Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Product Description Applications and Ordering Information Installation Test Equipment Installation/Adjustment Procedures Signal Path TCF–10B Design Verification Tests Maintenance System Manual Power Supply Module Keying Module Table Transmitter Module 10W PA Module Contents RF Interface Module Universal Receiver Module Receiver Logic Module Optional EM Output Module Optional Voice Adapter Module Optional Trip Test Unit Module...

  • Page 4: Product Description

    Technologies, Inc. Important Change Notification This document supersedes the TCF–10B Frequency-Programmable Frequency-Shift Carrier Transmitter/Receiver System Manual CF44–VER04. The following list shows the most recent publication date for each chapter. Publication dates in bold type indicate changes to that chapter since the previous publication.

  • Page 5: Esd Warning

    Failure to observe this precaution can result in undesired tripping output and can cause component damage. PULSAR does not assume liability arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit described herein. PULSAR reserves the right to make changes to any products herein to improve reliability, function or design.
  • Page 6 Any damage due to improperly packed items will be charged to the customer, even when under warranty. Pulsar Technologies, Inc. also makes available interchangeable parts to customers who are equipped to do repair work. When ordering parts (components, modules, etc.), always give the complete PULSAR style number(s).
  • Page 7 TCF–10B System Manual Overview of this Document Chapter 1 – Product Description, including specifications Chapter 2 – Applications and related catalog numbers for ordering purposes Chapter 3 – Installation Chapter 4 – Test Equipment Chapter 5 – Installation/Adjustment procedures Chapter 6 – Signal Path (for use during testing) Chapter 7 –...
  • Page 8 Technologies, Inc. FIGURES Figure No. Page No. TCF–10B Transceiver Set ..........1–5 TCF–10B Transmitter (only) Set .
  • Page 9 TCF–10B System Manual FIGURES, Cont’d 2-23 Hybrid Connections - Four Transmitters (Unequal Losses) ....2–20 2-24 20 Vdc Auxiliary Power Supply ........2–23 2-25 Catalog Numbers / Module Style Numbers .
  • Page 10 Technologies, Inc. FIGURES, Cont’d 15-4 Front Panel for 3-Frequency Directional Comparison Applications ...15–5 15-5 Front Panel for 2-Frequency Phase Comparison Applications ....15–5 15-6 Receiver Logic External (Rear Panel) Connections .
  • Page 11 TCF–10B System Manual TABLES Table No. Page No. System Specifications ..........1–9 Transceiver Chassis Alarms w/CLI .
  • Page 12 Technologies, Inc. TABLES, Cont’d Table No. Page No. FSK Receiver (SW1-1 settings) ........7–8 FSK Receiver (SW1-1 set to the OFF position) .
  • Page 13 TCF–10B System Manual TABLES, Cont’d Table No. Page No. 15-14 Guard Before Trip Switch Settings for POTT/UB 3F Applications ..15–16 15-15 Low Level Delay Switch Settings for POTT/UB 3F Applications ...15–16 15-16 Trip Delay Switch Settings for DTT 3F Applications .
  • Page 14 In addition, terms suspected of being trademarks or service marks have been appropriately capital- ized. Pulsar Technologies, Inc. cannot attest to the accuracy of this information. Use of a term in this book should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or service mark.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1. Product Description Standard Nomenclature The standard nomenclature for PULSAR carrier protection equipment is as follows: Cabinet – contains fixed-racks, swing-racks, or open racks Rack – contains one or more chassis (e.g., the TCF–10B) Chassis – contains several printed circuit boards, called modules (e.g., Transmitter or Receiver) Module –...

  • Page 16: Applications And Ordering Information

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. TCF–10B Configurations There are three different configurations (or sets) for the TCF–10B: 1) Transceiver (Transmitter with Receiver) set 2) Transmitter (only) set 3) Receiver (only) set N O T E See Chapter 2, Applications and Ordering Information, for ordering information. See Chapter 3, Installation, for a summary of jumper controls.
  • Page 17 Chapter 1. Product Description TCF–10B Module Front Panels The front (control) panel for each module could include the following types of controls: • Switches • LEDs • Meter • Potentiometers • Test Jacks • Push-buttons All front panels are the same for all TCF–10B versions, with the exception of the Receiver Logic panel. There are three different Receiver Logic front panels for the TCF–10B, based on the specific application.
  • Page 18 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. TCF–10B Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) A module’s printed circuit board (PCB) could include the following types of controls: • Switches • Jumpers • Variable Capacitors • Potentiometers • Test Points • Impedance Matching Jumpers TCF–10B Rear Panel (“Mother Board”) (See Chapter 3, Section 3.5 for a description of the Rear Panel.) Page 1–4 December 2004...

  • Page 22: Front Panel For 2-Frequency, Transfer Trip Or Unblock Applications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. RCVR LOGIC GOOD CHANNEL TRIP POSITIVE RCVR LOGIC TRIP NEGATIVE GOOD CHANNEL CHECKBACK TRIP UB/POTT TRIP DTT TRIP Figure 1–4. Figure 1–6. Front Panel for 2-Frequency, Front Panel for 2-Frequency, GUARD Transfer Trip or Unblock Phase Comparison Applications.

  • Page 23: System Specifications

    Chapter 1. Product Description Specifications The TCF–10B meets or exceeds all applicable ANSI/IEEE standards as follows: Proposed American National Standard Requirements for Single Function Power-Line Carrier Transmitter/Receiver Equipment (ANS C93.5) 1.8.1 System Table 1-1 lists the system specifications for the TCF–10B. Table 1–1.
  • Page 24 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 1–1. System Specifications (Cont’d). Channel Speed Receiver set for 15 dB margin: Narrow Band 7.5 ms* Wide Band 5.9 ms* Extra Wide Band 4.7 ms* Frequency Spacing: (For channels without voice; depends on application.) Narrow Band Unblock or Transfer Trip (1-way, 500 Hz)

  • Page 25: Transceiver Chassis Alarms W/Cli

    Chapter 1. Product Description 1.8.2 Alarm & Level Options This section provides three tables depicting the alarm and level options, broken down as follows: • Transceiver Chassis Alarms w/CLI • Receiver Only Chassis Alarms w/CLI • Transmitter Only Chassis Alarms Each alarm contact is rated 10 VA (Form A or B).

  • Page 26: Electro Mechanical Outputs

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 1.8.3 Electro-Mechanical Outputs This section provides two tables depicting the Electro-Mechanical Output Module’s specifications, broken down as follows: • Electro Mechanical Outputs • Electro Mechanical Output Timing Table 1–5. Electro Mechanical Outputs. Contacts Output Six (6) contacts for Guard Make and carry rated 30 A for 1 second;...

  • Page 27: Transmitter Specifications

    Chapter 1. Product Description 1.8.5 Transmitter Table 1-8 shows the TCF–10B transmitter specifications. Table 1–8. Transmitter Specifications. Harmonic and Spurious Output 55 dB below 10 W Output Variation – 1 dB over temperature and voltage range Frequency Stability: – 10 Hz Narrow Shift Wide Shift Extra Wide Shift...

  • Page 28: Power Requirement Specifications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 1.8.7 Power Requirements Table 1-10 shows the TCF–10B power requirement specifications. Table 1–10. Power Requirement Specifications. Transceiver Supply Current (Amps) At Nominal Voltage Nominal Permissible Battery Voltage Receive/ 1 Watt 10 Watt Voltage Range Standby Transmit Transmit 48/60 Vdc...

  • Page 29: Environmental Requirements

    Chapter 1. Product Description 1.8.9 Environmental Requirements This section provides three tables depicting the environmental requirement specifications, broken down as follows: • Environmental Requirements • Altitude Dielectric Strength De-Rating for Air Insulation (Table 1-13) • Altitude Correction For Maximum Temperature Of Cooling Air (ANS C93.5) (Table 1-14) Table 1–12.

  • Page 30: Altitude Dielectric Strength De-Rating For Air Insulation

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 1–13. Altitude Dielectric Strength De-Rating for Air Insulation Altitude (Meters) Correction Factor 1,500 1.00 1,800 0.97 2,100 0.94 2,400 0.91 2,700 0.87 3,000 0.83 3,600 0.79 4,200 0.74 4,800 0.69 5,400 0.64 6,000 0.59 Table 1–14.

  • Page 31: Voice Adapter Option Specifications

    Chapter 1. Product Description 1.8.10 Voice Adapter Option Table 1-15 shows the specifications for the TCF–10B Voice Adapter option. Table 1–15. Voice Adapter Option Specifications. Modulation Amplitude Modulation with compander Transmission Full-Duplex Frequency Response 380 Hz to 2,000 Hz Signaling 370 Hz AM with signaling push-button If the Voice Adapter option is included, it will have an independent receiver of 4 kHz bandwidth, regard- less of whether the system is operating at 1,600 Hz (extra wide band), 800 Hz (wide band), or 380 Hz...
  • Page 32 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. USER NOTES Technologies, Inc. Page 1–18 December 2004...

  • Page 33: Simplified Unblock Receiver Logic

    Block Frequency appropriate two- To RR or terminal lines, but is AND (See Figure 2-2) applicable multi- Unblock (Trip) terminal lines. Separate Frequency channels required between each terminal Figure 2–1. Simplified Unblock Receiver Logic. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 34: Transceiver Unit Connections, 2 Freq. Set

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. and the remote terminal(s). A sample schematic is Another consideration is an open breaker shown in Figure 2-2. situation. When the remote breaker is open for an extended period of time, the relay system must be You may conserve frequency spectrum by using a able to trip.

  • Page 35: Operation Of The Directional Comparison Unblocking

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information Table 2–1. Operation of the Directional Comparison Unblocking Scheme. SCHEME FOR EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL FAULTS Type of Fault Events at Station G Events at Station H External (F operates. does not see fault. channel shifts to unblock. Loss of block and/or receipt of unblock (f ) operates RR...

  • Page 36: Basic Logic Diagrams For Underreaching Transfer Trip Systems

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. whenever the local relays detect a Breaker 1 Trip Fault Detectors (P 1 ) Breaker 1 Permissive Fault Detectors (FD 1 ) fault. 2.1.2 Permissive Overreaching Protected Line Transfer Trip Breaker 2 Trip Fault Detectors (P 2 ) Systems Overreaching transfer trip systems require a channel signal to trip, and...

  • Page 37: Pilot Relaying System

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information 2.1.4 Dual Phase Comparison Unblocking Systems Dual comparison systems require a duplex channel: one frequency for each line terminal. The TCF–10B frequency-shift channel equipment is available for this purpose; normally used in an unblocking system.
  • Page 38 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. current network, is compared with the receiver’s frequency may present a problem. The experience trip positive output. The other wave, which has with these Phase Comparison systems has, positive output during the negative half-cycle of however, been remarkably good.

  • Page 39: Basic Segregated Phase Comparison Systems

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information Protected Line Station H Station G Squaring Amplifiers Channel Facilities Logic Square Waves Logic Square Waves Remote Square Waves Remote Square Waves Local Delay Timers a) Three-Subsystem (1 a 1 b 1 c ) System Protected Line Station H Station G...
  • Page 40 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. provide the local square waves for comparison. • Some single-line-to-ground faults, occur- The timers are adjustable between 2 and 20ms to ring simultaneously with open compensate for the delay time of the channel. This conductor, where the fault is on one side of digital delay circuit translates the pulse train inde- the open conductor.

  • Page 41: Basic Operation Of The Segregated Phase Comparison System

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information Arming Input-Current Detector (CD) Channel Security Checks Remote Square Waves Comparison Trip from Channel Local Positive Square Negative Waves Note: X = 3 Milliseconds for the Phase Subsystems 4 Milliseconds for Ground Figure 2–7. Basic Operation of the Segregated Phase Comparison System. Outfeed for an Internal Fault (See Text) Fault Local...
  • Page 42 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. arming is 3I magnitude—typically 0.8 A secondary. Security checks to comparison AND (see Figure 2-8) include (1) low channel signal blocking, (2) Local Positive lockout for sustained low channel Local Negative signal, (3) channel noise clamp, Local Positive and (4) receive guard block.
  • Page 43 Figure 2–11. TCF-10B Transceiver Unit Connections 2 Freq. set (Single Channel Direct Transfer Trip) Typical Catalog: C2N1B2END...

  • Page 44: Direct Transfer Trip For Transformer Protection

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 2.2.1 Transformer Protection A typical transformer protection scheme is illus- trated in Figure 2-12. A direct trip channel is keyed to the trip state when the transformer Shunt Reactor Protection protective relays operate. The received trip signal 87.50/51.63, etc.

  • Page 45: Dual Channel Direct Transfer Trip With Throwover To Single Channel

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information TB6-1 TB2-5 TB6-1 TB6-3 Channel 1 DTT TB2-5 Channel 1 DTT Loss of Channel 1 Channel 1 DTT Loss of Channel 1 TB6-2 TB6-2 TB2-6 TB6-4 TB2-6 TB2-5 TB2-5 TB6-3 TB6-1 TB6-1 Loss of Channel 2 Loss of Channel 2 Channel 2 DTT Channel 2 DTT...
  • Page 46 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 2.3.2 Transfer Trip: Overreaching, High-frequency, is a frequency shift (∆f) Underreaching or Direct (Two- above f Frequency) Low-frequency, is a frequency shift (∆f) below f The higher frequency (f ), or “Guard” frequency, is transmitted continually during normal condi- The value of ∆f depends on the bandwidth of the tions.

  • Page 47: Frequency System

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information carrier unit, it will allow that heat to be outside of either unit. Pulsar strongly recommends the application of the auxiliary power supply for two reasons; decay time of the energy, and the heating caused by the dissipation of energy.
  • Page 48 Figure 2–17. TCF-10B Transceiver Unit Connections 3 Frequency Set (Unblock Relaying and Direct Transfer Trip) Typical Catalog: C2M1B3END or C2M1B3ETD...

  • Page 49: Three Terminal Line Application

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information Transmitter Transmitter Receiver Transmitter Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver Receiver Figure 2–18. Three terminal line application. To Line To Line X Hybrid X Hybrid Tuner Tuner Figure 2–19. Hybrid Connections – Two Figure 2–20. Hybrid Connections – Single Bi- Transmitters.
  • Page 50 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. equipment from each other. Several typical appli- 2. Transmitters that are used with wide cations of hybrids are shown in the following bandwidth channels should be arranged diagrams, Figures 2-19 through 2-23. A summary with lower losses and those of narrower of some of the more important application rules bandwidths should have the higher losses.

  • Page 51: Hybrid Connections - Dual Bi-Directional Channel

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information R Hybrid To Line X Hybrid Tuner Figure 2–21. Hybrid Connections – Dual Bi-Directional Channel. R Hybrid To Line X Hybrid Tuner R Hybrid Figure 2–22. Hybrid Connections – Four Transmitters (Equal Losses). December 2004 Page 2–19...

  • Page 52: Hybrid Connections - Four Transmitters (Unequal Losses)

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. reactive hybrid (X hybrid). The skewed hybrid has transfer trip systems. This provides equal losses to a designated transmit port and receive port. each transmitter. When two transmitters and two receivers are When different types of modulation and different being applied to a single coax cable, as in a dual bandwidths are utilized, it is better to arrange the channel bi-directional direct transfer trip system,...

  • Page 53: Tcf–10B Accessories

    Chapter 2. Applications and Ordering Information Ordering Information The equipment identification number (catalog number) is located in the center of the TCF–10B front panel. The TCF–10B catalog number comprises nine (9) characters, each in a specific position. This number identifies the unit’s technical characteristics and capabilities, as well as any optional modules installed in the unit.

  • Page 54: Tcf–10B Catalog Numbers

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 2–4. TCF–10B Catalog Numbers Catalog Number Position Typical Catalog Number Chassis Transmitter only Universal Receiver Transmitter/Universal Receiver Transmitter Power Output* 1/1 watt 1/10 watt 10/10 watt* None (Receiver-only chassis) Bandwidth/Frequency Shift 380 Hz BW –100 Hz Shift DOWN (Direct Transfer Trip) 380 Hz BW –100 Hz Shift UP (Direct Transfer Trip) 800 Hz BW –100 Hz Shift (Line relaying, use when matching up with existing...

  • Page 55: Vdc Auxiliary Power Supply

    Technologies, Inc. Figure 2–24. 20 Vdc Auxiliary Power Supply (1610C07; Sheet 1 of 2).
  • Page 56 Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 57 If you are using this type of relay, make sure you provide one rack unit (1 RU) of space on the top and bottom of the carrier set to ensure proper air circulation. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 58: Rear Panel

    Figure 3–1. TCF–10B Rear Panel (C020-BKPMN/1610C07). POS 1 POS 22 POS 20 POS 18 POS 17 POS 14 POS 12 POS 8 POS 5 POS 3 CARRIER MOTHERBOARD C020BKPMN-001 REV 03 SCHEMATIC C030BKPMN PC BOARD C050BKPMN REV 02 Power Supply mounted on rear of Chassis Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 59 Chapter 3. Installation 3.5.1 Terminal Blocks • 10W PA (pins are to right of TB3) • RF Interface (pins are to right of cable (Refer to Figure 3-4 for further information.) jacks and jumpers) TB7 Power Supply (Terminals 1 thru 6) •...

  • Page 60: Cable Termination Diagram

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Figure 3–2. Cable Termination Diagram (9651A13). Page 3–4 December 2004...
  • Page 61 Chapter 3. Installation 3.6.2 TCF–10B Equipment Ground coaxial cable according to the following proce- dures: In addition to the TCF–10B chassis ground connection that is made through the cabinet or 1. Attach both ends of the coaxial cable in accor- rack, a ground connection is provided at the Rear dance with the Cable Termination Diagram Panel Terminal Block (TB7).
  • Page 62 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. High (NO or NC) Disconnections Selects NO or NC contact for Shift Low (NO or NC) CAUTION JU10– JU14 Input voltage selections for different NEVER DISCONNECT THE CARRIER LEAD-IN Keying inputs (15 V, 48 V, 125 V, or BETWEEN LINE TUNER...

  • Page 63: Receiver (Sw1 Settings)

    Chapter 3. Installation 3.8.6 Receiver/Discriminator & CLI The Receiver Logic Module (style number CF20- RXLMN-00X) has no jumpers on its PC board. PC Board Instead, it provides three banks of DIP switches to Jumper J3 for low signal alarm relay establishes control its logic functions.
  • Page 64 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. the DIP Switches for Your Application” in Chapter 3.8.9 Voice Adapter PC Board 15. For a diagrammed overview of the possible A jumper and a DIP switch are provided, as DIP switch settings and other signal flow informa- follows: tion for each application, please refer to JMP1 Alarm Contacts (NO/NC)

  • Page 65: Mechanical Outline Drawing

    Figure 3–3. TCF-10B Mechanical Outline Drawing (1354D48).

  • Page 66: Connection Drawing And Jumper Options

    Figure 3–4. TCF-10B Connection Drawing and Jumper Options. TCFñ10B CHASSIS CONNECTIONS MODULE CORRESPONDING (Shows which terminals are wired for different catalog number options.) TO TERMINAL BLOCK POWER VOICE RECEIVER RECEIVER / FSK KEYING 10W PA SUPPLY ADAPTER INTERFACE DISCRIMINATOR LOGIC OUTPUT RS-232 FEMALE NON-FUNCTIONAL...

  • Page 67: Test Equipment

    ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING MODULES OR INDIVIDUAL COMPO- NENTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN COMPONENT DAMAGE. Indicates “or equivalent” of the recommended equipment item. Required only for the design verification test in Chapter 7. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 68 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Figure 4–1. Extender Board. Page 4–2 December 2004...

  • Page 69: Installation/Adjustment Procedures

    Adjustment Steps. • Review the TCF–10B Block Diagram as described under Signal Path (Chapter 6). • Remove the cover from the front of the chassis. After removing the cover, set it in a safe place. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 70 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. CAUTION Position Settings Frequency Shift MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER HAS BEEN Settings Shift TURNED “OFF” USING THE POWER SWITCH (S1) ON THE POWER SUPPLY MODULE; THE Narrow Band, 100 Hz INPUT (D3) AND OUTPUT (D11) LEDS SHOULD Narrow Shift NOT SHOW RED LIGHTS.
  • Page 71 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures This link allows you to select between 5.2 Select TCF–10B Keying a 1W (Guard)/10W (Trip) or 10W Conditions (Guard)/10W (Trip) operation by placing the link in the 1/10W or 5.2.1 Test Switches 10/10W position, respectively. Select Three push-button switches are provided for test the 1W/10W position.
  • Page 72 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 5.4 Select TCF–10B Transmitter 5.6 Check TCF–10B Transmitter RF Output Impedance Power Levels and Frequency 1. Configure the RF Output Impedance. Turn “ON” the power and check the dc voltage Remove the RF Interface Module from the outputs from the Power Supply Module.
  • Page 73 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures 7. Turn the Power Supply “ON”. Turn the 10W and remove the Transmitter Module from the Adjust potentiometer R13 on the Transmitter chassis. Place the extender board into the Module until the Selective Level Meter (at the Transmitter Module position of the chassis.
  • Page 74 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 1. With the conditions the same as for the High- 8. If the voltages above (.62/.20) do not approx- Level Output check: imate a ratio value of 3, adjust the AM Modulation Adjust potentiometer (R11) on •...
  • Page 75 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures 5.6.6 Restore Transmitter Module to 6. If the above (Vrms) values are not achieved, recheck the tuning of the coupling system, as Normal it is not presenting the Transmitter with the 1. Turn the power “OFF” at the Power Supply proper termination.
  • Page 76 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. dB, set the meter to read equal to the internal CLI meter. To accept the displayed level, push the SET button. This completes the Receiver setting procedure. 5.8 Prepare the TCF–10B for Operation Be sure that power is “ON” at the Power Supply Module. 1.
  • Page 77 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures TCF–10B ADJUSTMENT DATA SHEET Power Supply Test Jack +20 Vdc ....... . .(+20V/Comm) —20 Vdc .
  • Page 78 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Receiver/Discriminator (from other end) bar graph meter w/LL Keyed ....(dB) bar graph meter w/HL Keyed ....(dB) Noise LED Not Lit .
  • Page 79 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures TCF–10B JUMPER & SWITCH SETTINGS POWER SUPPLY Power Alarm KEYING Power On/Off NORM Directional Comparison/ Phase Comparison 1W Guard, 10W Trip or 1 W/10 W 10 W/10 W 10W Guard — 10W/Trip 2-Frequency or 3-Frequency Shift High Contacts Shift Low Contacts NO or NC for Shift High NO or NC for Shift Low...
  • Page 80 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. TRANSMITTER Frequency—Shift Select (Down = Selected) Position Down 1 (50 Hz) 2 (100 Hz) 3 (200 Hz) 4 (400 Hz) 10W POWER AMPLIFIER Power Monitor RF INTERFACE 2-Wire/4-Wire (2-wire) IN (4-wire) OUT Impedance-100Ω Impedance- 75Ω Impedance- 50Ω...
  • Page 81 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures RECEIVER LOGIC - for information on the settings, please see Chapter 16 CF20-RXLMN-004: 2-FREQUENCY DIRECTIONAL COMPARISON LOGIC December 2004 Page 5–13...
  • Page 82 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. CF20–RXLMN–002: 3-FREQUENCY DIRECTIONAL COMPARISON LOGIC OPEN (OFF) CLOSED (ON) SW1–1 SW1–2 UB/POTT TRIP DELAY SW1–3 SW1–4 SW1–5 TRIP HOLD SW1–6 SW1–7 GUARD HOLD SW1–8 OPEN (OFF) CLOSED (ON) SW2–1 UNBLOCK TIME SW2–2 SW2–3 NOISE ALLOWS UB TRIP SW2–4 GUARD BEFORE TRIP OPTIONS...
  • Page 83 Chapter 5. Installation/Adjustment Procedures VOICE ADAPTER JMP1 SW1 (Function active when in “ON” position) POS 1 - Front Panel push-button gives alarms at opposite end TCF-10B POS 2 - Carrier Alarm (TC-10B) POS 3 - Push to talk function (TC-10B) POS 4 - Beeper enabled (Both) EM (RELAY) OUTPUT Relay 1 Driver...
  • Page 84 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. USER NOTES Technologies, Inc. Page 5–16 December 2004...

  • Page 85: Signal Path

    • Shift High (pin A-26) Optional low-voltage power alarm relay • High-Level 10W Key (pin A-8) outputs are available at pins C/A-16 and • Voice Key (pin A-6) C/A-18. • Any Transmitter Key (pin C-6) Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 86 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Outputs to 10W PA Module Terminal Block (TB3) • Contact Shift Low (pins C/A-20) TB3/1 TX (Transmitter) ON (pins C/A-12) • Contact Shift High (pins C/A-14) TB3/2 TX (Transmitter) ON (pins C/A-14) TB3/3 Contact 1 Shift High, to alarms Output to Receiver Module TB3/4 Contact 2 Shift High, to alarms Any Transmitter Key (pin C-6)
  • Page 87 Chapter 6. Signal Path 2) Jumpers • Center Frequency (pin A-10) • Noise (pin A-8) UHF Chassis Ground (for J1, not supplied) 6.7 Receiver Logic Module BNC Chassis Ground (for J2, not supplied) Voltage Inputs 6.6 Receiver/Discriminator +20 Vdc Pins A-2 and A-4 Module -20 Vdc Pins C-2 and C-4...
  • Page 88 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 6.8 EM Output Module Optional Voice Adapter Module Voltage Inputs Voltage Inputs +20 Vdc Pins A-2 and A-4 +20 Vdc Pins A-2 and A-4 -20 Vdc Pins C-2 and C-4 -20 Vdc Pins C-2 and C-4 Common Pins C/A-30 and C/A-32 Common...
  • Page 89 RECEIVER LOGIC OUTPUTS PHASE COMP. +V INPUT +V INPUT +V INPUT GUARD UB/POTT GUARD TRIP — NOISE NOISE NOISE TRIP UB/POTT TRIP TRIP+ !LOW LEVEL !LOW LEVEL !LOW LEVEL CHECKBACK TRIP CHECKBACK TRIP — * FOR 3F SYSTEMS, DTT TRIP & GUARD ARE AVAILABLE ON THE ELEC- TRO-MECHANICAL OUTPUT MODULE S TB6 &...

  • Page 90: Power Supply Module

    Table 7-1. 3. Terminate the Transmitter output with a non- inductive 50Ω, 25W resistor. 4. Connect the Selective Level Meter (Rycom 6021A) across the 50Ω resistor load. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 91: Tcf–10B Transmitter (Only) Set

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 2-Wire or 4-Wire RF Termination TCF–10B Preliminary Settings For Transmitter (out, 4 wire) (Only) Sets (out, 4 wire) Make the following preliminary jumper and Attenuator Override Jumper switch settings before proceeding with the tests. (NORM, Sensitivity) 7.3.1 Power Supply Module Tests of TCF–10B...

  • Page 92: Voltage Specifications

    Chapter 7. Design Verification Tests Table 7-2. Voltage Specifications. CURRENT (Amps) VOLTAGE TX Only TXCVR Key @ 1W Only Key @ 10W 48 Vdc 0.7 — 0.9 0.3 — 0.6 0.9 — 1.1 125 Vdc 0.2 — 0.4 0.15 — 0.25 0.3 —...

  • Page 93: Output Frequency Shifts

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Harmonics 1. Use the Selective Level Meter to measure Table 7-5. Output Frequency Shifts. values of the 2nd, 3rd, and 5th harmonics at the set frequency. Type 2. Push the “HL” test button on the Keying Narrow or Wide Band, +100 Hz -100 Hz...
  • Page 94 Chapter 7. Design Verification Tests Keying Logic Pos. 3 OPEN Pos. 7 OPEN Pos. 4 OPEN Pos. 8 OPEN Set the Keying module links and apply keying Set the center frequency to 535 kHz. voltage inputs, per Table 7-6. Observe the output levels and Keying module LEDs per Table 7-6.

  • Page 95: Tcf–10B Receiver (Only) Set

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Directional Comparison and Direct JU10 N.O. N.O. Transfer Trip (3-Frequency): JU11 N.O. N.O. JU12 N.O. N.O. SW1–1 OPEN (OFF) JU13* 100–200 ms 100–200 ms SW1–2 OPEN (OFF) UB/POTT TRIP DELAY JU14* 100–200 ms 100–200 ms SW1–3 OPEN (OFF) = 0 ms...
  • Page 96 Chapter 7. Design Verification Tests 7.6.3 Frequency & Sensitivity Setting The display then tells you whether the sensi- tivity level is okay or if there is a problem, such To change settings on the FSK receivers, complete as a signal too weak to set for a minimum the following sequence: pickup level.

  • Page 97: Fsk Receiver (Sw1-1 Settings)

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 7-7. FSK Receiver (SW1-1 settings). SWITCH SETTING SW1-1 NO VOICE ADAPTER SW1-2 VOICE ADAPTER DTT (50 ms D.O. on noise clamp) SW1-3 UB (10 ms D.O. on noise clamp) UB 2F or 3 Frequency SW1-4 DIRECTIONAL COMPARISON RELAYING PHASE COMPARISON RELAYING...

  • Page 98: Phase Comparison Units (Only) Testing

    Chapter 7. Design Verification Tests Table 7-9. Phase Comparison Units (Only) Testing. Rcvr Logic CLI/Discrim. Solid State Outputs LEDs LEDs Signal Good Channel Trip – Trip + Noise Low Level Noise Trip – Trip + Contact 1) Check initial LED, output, and contact states: + V* + V* OPEN...
  • Page 99 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 7-10. 2-Frequency Directional Comparison or Direct Transfer Trip Units (Only) Testing. Rcvr Logic CLI/Disc Optional LEDs. LEDs EM Outputs Solid State Outputs Good Noise LLev Noise Cont Channel 1) Check initial LED, output, and contact states: open + V* 2) Set input frequency to 250.500 kHz (EWB), or 250.250 kHz (WBWS), or 250.100 kHz (NB or...
  • Page 100 Chapter 7. Design Verification Tests Table 7-10. 2-Frequency Directional Comparison or Direct Transfer Trip Units (Only) Testing (Cont’d). Rcvr Logic CLI/Disc Optional LEDs. LEDs EM Outputs Solid State Outputs Good Noise LLev Noise Cont Channel 5) Set input frequency to 250.500 kHz (EWB), or 250.250 kHz (WBWS), or 250.100 kHz (NB or WBNS);...
  • Page 101 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 7-11. 3-Frequency Directional Comparison and Direct Transfer Trip Units (Only) Testing. Rcvr Logic CLI/Disc Optional LEDs. LEDs EM Outputs Solid State Outputs Good Cbk POTT DTT Trp Sig Channel Trp Trip Trip Grd Noise LLev 1 Noise Cont 1) Check initial LED, output, and contact states:...
  • Page 102 Chapter 7. Design Verification Tests Table 7-11. 3-Frequency Directional Comparison and Direct Transfer Trip Units (Only) Testing (Cont’d). Rcvr Logic CLI/Disc Optional LEDs. LEDs EM Outputs Solid State Outputs Cbk POTT DTT Trp Sig Good Channel Trp Trip Trip Grd Noise LLev 1 Noise Cont 5) Set input frequency to 250.0 kHz.
  • Page 103 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 7.6.3 Place Jumpers as Required 7.7.2 Power Supply Module Tests To test the Phase Comparison Units (Only), Perform steps 1 through 6 of Section 7.4.1, Power complete the five steps depicted in Table 7-9. Supply Module Tests, except use the current values in Section 7.4.1 Step 5.
  • Page 104 • TJ1 (+20 Vdc) METER CAN DAMAGE SOLID STATE DEVICES. • TJ2 (Common) METERING TRANSISTOR CIRCUITS • TJ3 (-20 Vdc) CAUSE DAMAGE. EXAMPLE: A BASE-TO-COLLECTOR 8.3.2 Keying Module SHORT DURING TRANSISTOR OPERATION None. CAN DESTROY THE TRANSISTOR. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 105 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 8.3.3 Transmitter Module Interference with proper heat dissipa- • tion from surfaces None. Clogged air vents (air filters should • 8.3.4 10W PA Module be removed and washed out) • TJ1 (Input) • Dust which may cause short circuits •...
  • Page 106 Chapter 8. Maintenance 8.5.2 Trouble-Detection Sequence 8.5.3 Servicing Components Soldered Directly to Terminals 1. Evaluate test jack readings and other records of routine alignment. 1. Avoid overheating from soldering by using a low-wattage soldering iron (60W maximum). 2. Evaluate any symptoms detected audibly or visually.
  • Page 107 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 8.5.4 Servicing Components 8.5.5 Servicing Metal Oxide Mounted Directly on Heat Semiconductor (MOS) Devices Sinks MOS devices may be vulnerable to static changes. Be sure to observe the special precautions 1. Remove the heat sink and bracket from the described below both before and during assembly.

  • Page 108: C38 Styles And Descriptions

    2) LEDs for indicating power: INPUT, Red (LED1) • OUTPUT, Red (LED2) • 3) Test Jacks: +20 Vdc, Red (TP3) • Common, Green (TP2) • -20 Vdc, Black (TP1) • Figure 9–1. Power Supply Module – Front Panel. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 109 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. A low-voltage alarm relay, which indicates loss of Input Filter power, is available. The relay is energized when The input filter (C1, C2, C3) contains zener diodes input power is present and the power supply is (Z1, Z2) that provide protection against surges, a funcional.
  • Page 110 Chapter 9. Power Supply Module For basic troubleshooting, perform the following Power Supply procedure: Troubleshooting 1. If LED1 is not on with the module energized, The three test jacks on the control panel: remove and check the fuses (F1, F2) with an •...

  • Page 111: Power Supply Component Location

    Figure 9–2. TC–10B/TCF–10B Power Supply Component Location (1617C38 rev. 6).

  • Page 112: Power Supply Schematic

    Figure 9–3. TC–10B/TCF–10B Power Supply Schematic (1617C39 rev. 6).
  • Page 113 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. USER NOTES Technologies, Inc. Page 9–6 December 2004...

  • Page 114: Keying Module Front Panel

    (This panel is shown in Figure 10-1.) Push-Button Switches (recessed): High-Level (HL) Power (S1) Shift High (S2) Shift Low (S3) LEDs for indicating Keying condition: High-Level (10W) (D1) Figure 10–1. Keying Module – Front Panel. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 115 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 10.1.2 Keying PC Board Jumper 52b Keying or Power Boost Controls With jumper JU12 set, input will be power boost (The Keying PC Board Jumper Controls are initiated when the appropriate voltage level (15V, shown in Figure 10-2.) 48V, 125V or 250V) is applied to pins C-16/C-22.
  • Page 116 Chapter 10. Keying Module This link allows selection between 1W 10.2.4 Voltage Regulation (Guard)/10W (Trip) Zener diodes D10, D12, D14, D16, and D18 limit (Guard)/10W(Trip) operation the input voltage to the optical isolators (I5, I6, I7, placing link in 1/10W or 10/10W I8, and I9, respectively) and also provide reverse position, respectively.
  • Page 117 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Page 10–4 December 2004...
  • Page 118 Chapter 10. Keying Module December 2004 Page 10–5...

  • Page 119: Keying Pc Board

    Figure 10–2. TCF–10B Keying PC Board (1606C50S).

  • Page 120: Keying Module Internal Logic (G01 Shift Down To Trip)

    INV. (PIN 11) NORM TX KEY (PIN 15) PWR OFF (PIN 4) UB, POTT OR PC KEY SHIFT HIGH (PIN 3) (PIN 16) DTT KEY (PIN 8) (PIN 14) SHIFT LOW (PIN 17) (PIN 12) 10W KEY (PIN 18) 52b OR PWR BOOST PIN 2) 10/10W...

  • Page 121: Keying Module Internal Logic (G03 Shift Up To Trip)

    Figure 10–4. TCF–10B Keying Module Internal Logic G03- Shift up to trip INV. (PIN 11) NORM TX KEY PWR OFF (PIN 15) (PIN 4) UB, POTT OR PC KEY SHIFT LOW (PIN 3) (PIN 17) DTT KEY (PIN 8) (PIN 14) SHIFT HIGH (PIN 16) (PIN 12)

  • Page 122: Keying Schematic

    Figure 10–5. TCF–10B High Threshold Keying Schematic (1606C50-6).
  • Page 123 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. USER NOTES Technologies, Inc. Page 10–10 December 2004...
  • Page 124 Optional Voice Adapter Module: • AM Voice The Transmitter Module operates with either no shift or one of three different frequency shifts, selectable by a four-position DIP switch (S5). Figure 11–1. Transmitter Module – Front Panel. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 125 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 11.1.1 Transmitter Control Panel 11.2 TRANSMITTER TROUBLESHOOTING (This panel is shown in Figure 11-1.) Operator controls consist of four thumbwheel Should a fault occur in this module, call the switches (with indicator windows), representing factory for an RMA. || the frequency range: •...

  • Page 126: Transmitter Component Location

    Figure 11–2. TC–10B/TCF–10B Transmitter Component location (C020-TXMMN).

  • Page 127: Transmitter Block Diagram

    Figure 11–3. TCF–10B Transmitter Block Diagram.
  • Page 128 Adjusts power output level to 10W with 1mW input. LED, TRANSMIT, RF Power Indication, Red (D6) INPUT Test Jacks COMMON • INPUT (TJ1) • COMMON (TJ2) Relay alarm for RF voltage Figure 12–1. 10W PA Module – Front Panel. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 129 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. The alarm circuit (loss of RF signal condition) 12.2 10W PA Circuit Description consists of QN3, Q8, K1 and associated compo- The function of the 10W PA Module (see Figure nents. The RF signal is monitored by C22, at T1 12-3, Schematic 1606C33S) is to amplify a 0 dBm pin 1.
  • Page 130 Figure 12–2. TC-10B/TCF-10B 10W PA Component location (1495B73).
  • Page 131 Figure 12–3. 10W PA Schematic (1606C33).

  • Page 132: C32 Styles And Description

    13.1.2 RF Interface PC Board RCVR (The RF Interface PC Board is shown in RCVR Figure 13-2.) Operator controls are as follows: Matching Impedance Jumpers 50Ω 75Ω 100Ω Figure 13–1. 10W PA Module – Front Panel. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 133 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 13.2 RF Interface Circuit 13.3 RF Interface Description Troubleshooting This module receives RF input from the 10W PA With the PC Board plugged into the chassis, you Module at pins A16/C16 and A18/C18, and feeds can monitor the voltage output to the RF line at the power through a balanced low-pass filter with TJ1 and TJ2.

  • Page 134: Rf Interface Component Location

    Figure 13–2. TC–10B/TCF–10B RF Interface Component location (1609C32).

  • Page 135: Rf Interface Schematic

    Figure 13–3. TC–10B/TCF–10B RF Interface Schematic (1609C32).

  • Page 136: Universal Receiver Module

    MODULE Low Signal MODULE MODULE Noise Audio – VOICE ADAPTER External MODULE *Link Selectable Signal (OPTIONAL) N.O./N.C. (100 A Contact meter) Output Figure 14–1. Receiver / FSK Discriminator Module — Simplified Signal Flow Diagram. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.

  • Page 137: Universal Receiver/Fsk Receiver Front Panel

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. The receiver outputs are shown below. Alarms The alarm for the FSK receiver is: Receiver/FSK Discriminator: LOW SIGNAL—Low signal alarm relay: • Noise selectable normally open (NO) or normally • Low Signal closed (NC) contact; relay is energized when RF signal is present and above •...

  • Page 138: Receiver System Specifications

    Chapter 14. Universal Receiver Module Table 14–2. Receiver System Specifications. Frequency Range 30 to 535 kHz, in .5 kHz increments 4-Wire Receiver Input Impedance 5,000Ω or 1,000Ω (high sensitivity strapping) Modulation CO20-RXVMN-202 Frequency Shift Keyed (FSK), two or three frequency Frequency Shift Narrow shift (–...

  • Page 139: Fsk Frequency Spacing Specifications (Minimum)

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 14–3. FSK Frequency Spacing Specifications (Minimum). Narrow Band Unblock or Transfer Trip 1 way, 500 Hz 2 way, 1,000 Hz Wide Band (Narrow or Wide Unblock or Transfer Trip 1 way, 1,000 Hz Shift) 2 way, 2,000 Hz Phase Comparison 1 way, 1,500 Hz...

  • Page 140: Universal Receiver (Sw1 Settings)

    Chapter 14. Universal Receiver Module 14.4 Switch Settings Tables 14–4 and 14–5 show the DIP switch settings for the Receiver/FSK Discriminator. Table 14–4. Universal Receiver (SW1 settings). SWITCH SETTING SW1-1 NO VOICE ADAPTER SW1-2 VOICE ADAPTER DTT (50 ms D.O. on noise clamp) SW1-3 UB (10 ms D.O.
  • Page 141 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 14.5.3. Set the sensitivity. 14.5 Frequency & Sensitivity Setting After you set the frequency, the display scrolls this message: "Set Sens?… – Hit Set or To change settings on the FSK receiver, complete Cancel…". the following sequence: To keep the current sensitivity setting, press the CANCEL/RAISE button.
  • Page 142 Chapter 14. Universal Receiver Module Sometimes the incoming signal may not be To calibrate the external CLI push the strong enough to raise the margin the full 10 CANCEL/RAISE or LOWER button. The dB. If this happens, the display says external CLI meter will move up and down "Warning: signal too low for more gain - hit accordingly.
  • Page 143 Figure 14–3. TCF–10B Universal Receiver Location of SW1 Dip switch & J3...

  • Page 144: Receiver Logic Module

    RECEIVER RECEIVER / FSK RECEIVER / FSK UNIVERSAL DISCRIMINATOR DISCRIMINATOR RECEIVER LOGIC MODULE(S) MODULE MODULE MODULE 2-FREQUENCY OPERATION EM OUTPUT ELECTRO-MECHANICAL MODULE TYPE RELAY Figure 15–1. Simplified Signal Flow Diagram for 2-Frequency Operation. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 145 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. The module now uses a programmable logic array, tables are accompanied by descriptions of each in the form of an EPLD plug-in chip, to control the type of setting and explanations of their effect. module’s logic functions. The chip that comes Also with this model, the module’s output is no with each module is already programmed for the longer limited to a 20 Vdc power source.
  • Page 146 Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module signals, as well as (line) noise and low level 2-Frequency Phase Comparison Outputs signals. All 2-Frequency Phase Comparison output signals The specific outputs the Receiver Logic Module are 1 A switched transistor (solid state). These four generates are determined by the type of applica- output signals are: tion (see “Receiver Logic Output Signals”...

  • Page 147: Front Panel For 2-Frequency Directional Comparison Applications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. The two electro-mechanical output signals are: • Trip 1 (DTT)/Trip 2 (UB/POTT) • Guard 1 (DTT) 15.1.4 Receiver Logic Front Panels The front panel front panel of the TCF–10B Receiver Logic Module comes in three variations, one for each of the three application types (2-Frequency Directional...

  • Page 148: Front Panel For 2-Frequency Phase Comparison Applications

    Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module 2-F Phase Comparison Front Panel TRIP POSITIVE (this red LED and the Trip Negative LED alternately flash back and front panel 2-Frequency Phase forth very rapidly — approx. 60 times a Comparison applications is shown in Figure 15-5. second each —...

  • Page 149: Receiver Logic External (Rear Panel) Connections

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. second each — to indicate normal each application, please see Figure 15-7 (2-F operation of comparing phases) Directional Comparison). 15.2 Receiver Logic Signal 15.1.5 Rear Panel Connections Paths Figure 15-6 shows the connection points for terminal block TB1 on the rear panel of your The Receiver Logic Module has a different signal TCF–10B carrier set.
  • Page 150 Figure 15–7. 2-Frequency Receive Logic Functional Block Diagram (CF44-VER05)
  • Page 151 DRIVES ISO OUT 2 NOISE OUT GBT OVERRIDE TIMER _______ 1000 GUARD BEFORE TRIP TIMER TRIP HOLD TIMER PRE-TRIP TIMER NOR2 ______ ______ ______ DRIVES ISO OUT 3 TRIP TRIP 2 OUT LOW LEVEL = 0 N = 10, 50, 100 MS, GBT RESTORE TIMER AND4 NOR2...

  • Page 152: Phase Comparison Functional Block Diagram

    RECEIVE IN LOGIC STATES DIP SWITCHES NOISE = +15 V; NOISE = 0 V. GOOD LOW LEVEL = 0 V; LOW LEVEL = +15 V. NOR2 CHANNEL 2F = OFF; 3F = ON HF/LF = +15 V FOR HF; –15 V FOR LF, ON = NORMAL;...
  • Page 153 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. the trip output for unblock can be delayed by 10, 15.3 Receiver Logic 15, 20 or 40 ms if desired ||. Typical permissive 2-Frequency Directional overreaching transfer trip systems used over Comparison Logic Power Line Carrier take advantage of the Unblock Logic and are called Directional Comparison This logic can be configured for a typical Direct Unblock systems.

  • Page 154: Trip Delay Switch Settings For Pott/Dtt/Ub 2F Applications

    Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module 15.5 Setting the DIP Switches for Your Application As noted earlier, the Receiver Logic Module uses a plug-in EPLD chip to control its logic functions. Your Receiver Logic Module comes to you with the EPLD chip for your type of application already installed. The only adjustments you need to consider are the module’s DIP switch settings.

  • Page 155: Trip Hold Time Switch Settings For Pott/Dtt/Ub 2F Applications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 15–3. Trip Hold Time Switch Settings for POTT/DTT/UB 2F Applications. Trip Hold Timer (POTT/DTT/UB 2F) TIME IN ms SW1-5 SW1-6 The Trip Hold Timer lets you stretch DISABLED OPEN OPEN the trip output. You can set it for 10, 50, or 100ms or disable (0ms) it.

  • Page 156: Noise Block Of Unblock Switch Settings For Pott/Dtt/Ub 2F Applications

    Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module Noise Block of Unblock Table 15–6. Noise Block of Unblock Switch (POTT/DTT/UB 2F) Settings for POTT/DTT/UB 2F Applications. With this switch (SW2-3) closed, FUNCTION SW2-3 noise will disable the Unblock trip output. Normal application is with NOISE ALLOWS UB TRIP OPEN this switch opened.

  • Page 157: Trip Delay Switch Settings For Pott/Ub 3F Applications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 15.5.2 Switch Settings for POTT/UB Portion 3F Applications Pre-Trip Timer (POTT/UB 3F) The Pre-Trip Timer does not allow tripping until the trip signal has been present for the time you set. You can set this timer from 0 (disabled) to 30ms in 2ms increments. A typical application of this timer in Direct Transfer Trip systems is to set it for the maximum delay possible.

  • Page 158: Trip Hold Time Switch Settings For Pott/Ub 3F Applications

    Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module Trip Hold Timer (POTT/UB 3F) The Trip Hold Timer lets you stretch Table 15–10. Trip Hold Time Switch Settings for POTT/UB 3F Applications. the trip output. You can set it for 10, 50, or 100ms or disable (0ms) it. We TIME IN ms SW1-5 SW1-6...

  • Page 159: Noise Block Of Unblock Switch Settings For Pott/Ub 3F Applications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Noise Block of Unblock Table 15–13. Noise Block of Unblock Switch (POTT/UB 3F) Settings for POTT/UB 3F Applications. With this switch (SW2-3) closed, FUNCTION SW2-3 noise will disable the Unblock trip output. Normal application is with NOISE ALLOWS UB TRIP OPEN this switch opened.

  • Page 160: Trip Delay Switch Settings For Dtt 3F Applications

    Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module 15.5.3 Switch Settings for DTT Portion of 3F Applications Pre-Trip Timer (DTT 3F) The Pre-Trip Timer does not allow tripping until the trip signal has been present for the time you set. You can set this timer from 2 to 30ms in 2ms increments. A typical application of this timer in Direct Transfer Trip systems is to set it for the maximum delay possible.

  • Page 161: Trip Hold Time Switch Settings For Dtt 3F Applications

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. Table 15–17. Trip Hold Time Switch Settings Trip Hold Timer (DTT 3F) for DTT 3F Applications. The Trip Hold Timer lets you stretch TIME IN ms SW3-2 SW3-3 the trip output. You can set it for 10, 50, or 100ms or disable (0ms) it.

  • Page 162: Polarity Switch Settings For Phase Comparison Applications

    Chapter 15. Receiver Logic Module 15.5.4 Switch Settings for Phase Comparison 2F Applications Polarity Table 15–20. Polarity Switch Settings for This switch lets you define the high frequency as Phase Comparison Applications. trip positive and the low frequency as trip negative. The “NORMAL”...
  • Page 163 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 15.6 Troubleshooting You can use your normal troubleshooting tech- niques to isolate and check faulty components. Page 15–20 December 2004...

  • Page 164: Receiver Logic Component Location

    Figure 15–10. TCF–10B Receiver Logic Component Location. (CF50RXLM)

  • Page 165: Receiver Logic Schematic (Sheet 1 Of 3)

    Figure 15–11 TCF-10B Receiver Logic Schematic (Sheet 1 of 3).

  • Page 166: Receiver Logic Schematic (Sheet 2 Of 3)

    OVERLAY PC BOARD ISOOUTCOM +5 V LED_ANO FET_DRA GUARD LED_CAT FET_SOU 1N5408 GUARD FET_DRA2 TRIP – MJE5731 AQV254H (3F-GUARD 365 V TRIP 1 BUL45 UB/POTT) TRIP + GUARD .1 µ F 400 V POTT ISOOUT1 TRIP 2 CB TRIP LED_ANO FET_DRA CB TRIP LED_CAT...

  • Page 167: Receiver Logic Schematic (Sheet 3 Of 3)

    Figure 15–13 TCF-10B Receiver Logic Schematic (Sheet 3 of 3).

  • Page 168: Em Output Module Front Panel

    JU1, JU7, D1, D3, Q1, Q7 JU2, JU8, D4, D6, Q2, Q8 JU3, JU9, D7, D9, Q3, Q9 Figure 16–1. EM Output Module – Front Panel. JU4, JU10, D10, D12, Q4, Q10 Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 169 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. is selectable from 0 to 400 milliseconds. 16.2 EM Output Circuit Typically, you achieve a trip extension of 100ms Description by placing JU13 and JU14 in 100–200ms and The EM Output Module provides six (6) relay adjusting R45 and R46 to the maximum counter- contacts for trip or guard output (see Figure 16-3).

  • Page 170: Em Output Component Location

    Figure 16–2. TCF–10B EM Output Component location (1498B15).

  • Page 171: Em Output Schematic

    Figure 16–3. TCF–10B EM Output Schematic (1606C53).

  • Page 172: Optional Voice Adapter Module

    Keying Module. Remote Voice Key Audio Voice Adapter Receiver/FSK Discriminator TCF-10B Keying Module Local Audio Module Remote Local Audio Out Audio In Handset Figure 17–1. Voice Adapter Module – Simplified Signal Flow Diagram. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 173 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 17.1.2 Handset Operation Option 2: Using the Remote Hookswitch Configuration You can connect the handset (without a push-to- talk switch) to the TCF-10B in two different ways: To configure the Voice Adapter Module for this option: Option 1: Local Connection 1.

  • Page 174: Voice Adapter Module Electrical Characteristics

    Chapter 17. Optional Voice Adapter Module 17.1.3 Electrical Characteristics The Voice Adapter Module's electrical characteristics are shown in Table 17-2. Table 17-2. Voice Adapter Module Electrical Characteristics. Feature Specification Operating Temp Range -20¡ to +60¡ C (Ambient) Audio Frequency Response 300 to 2,000 Hz (-3 dB) Receiver Sensitivity -74 dBm (50Ω)

  • Page 175: Voice Adapter Module Front Panel

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. 17.2 Voice Adapter Front Panel 17.4 Voice Adapter Module Settings The Voice Adapter Module's front panel is shown in Figure 17-2. It provides the following operator The Voice Adapter Module has three types of user- controls: configurable settings.

  • Page 176: Dip Switch Setting Functions

    Chapter 17. Optional Voice Adapter Module 17.4.2 Jumper Setting The jumper JMP1 setting determines whether the external alarm connected to the rear panel (TB5-4, TB5- 5) is normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC). The factory default is normally open. 17.4.3 DIP Switch Settings The DIP switch (SW1) on the module's PC board lets you enable or disable several functions.

  • Page 177: Voice Adapter Module Component Location

    Figure 17–3. Voice Adapter Module Component location (C020VADMN).
  • Page 178 +20VIN 10KW 10KW 7.50KW .056µf 2.74KW JMP1 ALARM BEEPER 6.8V 1N4148 8.87KW TLC2274 TLC2274 1.0MW .1µf 2N2222A 750W 332W 7.50KW 3.32KW 15.0KW 499W TLC2274 1N4148 750W 4.99KW 2N2222A 1.0µf TLC2274 SWITCH IN UP 100KW 10KW POSITION = ON SIGNAL= +5V;4 +20VIN SIGNAL= -5V;11 4.99KW...
  • Page 179 Figure 17–5. Voice Adapter Module Schematic (C030VADMN2) Sheet 2 of 2. SHT.1 VOICE_IN 100pf VOICE_OUT 10KW 10KW 49.9KW 150KW 1.10KW SHT.1 XMIT_LP_FILT 30.1KW 7.50KW .056µf TLC2274 .1µf 100pf TLC2274 EARPHONE VOLUME SIGNAL = +5V;4 10.0KW 100KW SIGNAL = -5V;11 TLC2274 7.50KW HANDSET_REC 499KW...

  • Page 180: Connections For Remote Phone And External Alarm

    Chapter 17. Optional Voice Adapter Module Figure 17–6. Connections for Remote Phone & External Alarm (9651A87). Figure 17–7. External Alarm Circuit for Use with Module Front Panel Jack (9651A88). December 2004 Page 17–9...

  • Page 181: Handset Schematic

    Figure 17–8. Handset schematic.

  • Page 182: C01 Styles And Descriptions

    Received is available on TB3-7 and TB3-8. Backplane connections are shown in Figure 3-4. For 2-frequency TCF-10B systems, the Trip Test Unit can be set for a “real” trip or a “checkback” Figure 18–1. TTU Module – Front Panel. Copyright © 2004 Pulsar Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 183 TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. trip. The “real” trip will produce an output of the LEDs on Receiver Logic Module: receiver logic card TRIP and the electromechan- Local: 1. Good Channel & Guard, ical output card relays programmed for TRIP. A 2.
  • Page 184 Chapter 18. Optional Trip Test Unit (TTU) Remote: 1. Good Channel & Guard Remote: 1. Receive Trip 1 on 0.5 sec 2. All LEDs off 2. Transmit Trip 1 on 0.5 sec. 3. Good Channel & Checkback Trip 3. 1.5 sec. with No LEDs 4.

  • Page 185: Ttu Jumpers

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. chassis. The jumper board information and inter- connecting cables are shown on the following pages. Table 18–2. TTU Jumper boards. For TTU use with TCF-10B (Receiver Only) TCF-10B (Transmitter Only) 1. TRANSMITTER JUMPER BOARD GOES IN RECEIVER ONLY CHASSIS. JUMPER A/C32 COMMON...

  • Page 186: Interconnecting Cables For Ttus In Receiver Only/Transmitter Only Chassis

    Figure 18–2. Interconnecting cables for TTUs in Receiver only/Transmitter only chassis.
  • Page 187 Figure 18–3. Schematic of TTU Daughter Board (1614C25; Sheet 1 of 2).
  • Page 188 Figure 18–4. Schematic of TTU Daughter Board (1614C25; Sheet 2 of 2).
  • Page 189 Figure 18–5. Component Layout for TTU Daughter Board (1614C26; Sheet 2 of 2).

  • Page 191: Ttu 2-Frequency Checkback Trip Timing Diagram

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. LOCAL TTU TP4 – SETUP 7 SEC. TTU PERIOD 7 SEC. TP5 – START TTU CYCLE 2 SEC. EXCLUSIVE UNKEY XMTR TP8 – ALLOW TRANSMIT ALWAYS LOW TRIP 2 P1-17 – UNKEY TRANSMITTER 2 SEC. TP7 –...

  • Page 192: Ttu 2-Frequency Real Trip Timing Diagram

    Chapter 18. Optional Trip Test Unit (TTU) LOCAL TTU TP4 – SETUP 3 SEC. TTU PERIOD 3 SEC. TP5 – START TTU CYCLE 2 SEC. EXCLUSIVE UNKEY XMTR TP8 – ALLOW TRANSMIT ALWAYS LOW TRIP 2 P1-17 – UNKEY TRANSMITTER 2 SEC.

  • Page 193: Ttu 3-Frequency Checkback Trip Timing Diagram

    TCF–10B System Manual Technologies, Inc. LOCAL TTU TP4 – SETUP 7 SEC. TTU PERIOD 7 SEC. TP5 – START TTU CYCLE 2 SEC. EXCLUSIVE UNKEY XMTR TP8 – ALLOW TRANSMIT TRIP 2 (HF) 2 SEC. P1-17 – UNKEY TRANSMITTER 2 SEC. 2 SEC.
  • Page 195 Technologies, Inc.

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