Vwsr Error Code - Primex XR Series Troubleshooting Manual

VWSR error code

Symptoms
All or some of the below symptoms may be present.
Red LED is flashing on the Transmitter front display.
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Transmitter Diagnostic Menu displays VWSR Errors -indicates there is a problem with either the external antenna or the
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antenna cabling.
Clocks may be displaying a visual signal loss indicator due to they have not received a time update for three days; Analog
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Clock second hand is stepping and a Digital Clock/Timer colon is flashing.
Problem
Transmitter might have an antenna or antenna cable issue, or the antenna might be located to close to something in its
environment that is causing signal return on the line.
Analyze
Internal Antenna
1. Verify the antenna is not cross threaded and is down tight to the top of the Transmitter.
2. Verify the location of the Transmitter does not place the antenna close to metal or wiring that may interfere with the dispersal
of the signal or signal return back to the Transmitter.
3. Verify the location of the Transmitter does not place the antenna close to equipment that may interfere with the dispersal of
the signal or signal return back to the Transmitter.
External Antenna
Verify connections and inspect external antenna. Verify the antenna and cables running to it are in good shape, cables aren't
bent or kinked, and antenna is not mounted with the head of the antenna near other objects on the roof. Detailed inspection
steps provided below.
1. Verify the LMR 400 Coaxial Cable connections are secure both at the Transmitter and at the Omni Directional Antenna.
2. Visually inspect the LMR 400 Coaxial Cable from the back of the Transmitter out to the Omni Directional Antenna - look for
any damage (cuts, kinks compressions). If cable is damaged, replace the cable.
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