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MICOM RM500/RM500R
500W HF-SSB Rack-Mount Continuous
Duty Transceivers
Owner's Guide
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The information contained in this document is proprietary to Elbit Systems Ltd.
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20720943300 REV. A
15 SEPTEMBER 2011
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- Page 1 Unclassified MICOM RM500/RM500R 500W HF-SSB Rack-Mount Continuous Duty Transceivers Owner’s Guide Proprietary Notice The information contained in this document is proprietary to Elbit Systems Ltd. Use or transfer of this document or the information contained herein without the express written consent of Elbit Systems Ltd. is prohibited.
- Page 3 Unclassified MICOM RM500/RM500R 500W HF-SSB Rack-Mount Continuous Duty Transceivers Owner’s Guide Proprietary Notice The information contained in this document is proprietary to Elbit Systems Ltd. Use or transfer of this document or the information contained herein without the express written consent of Elbit Systems Ltd. is prohibited.
- Page 4 Unclassified INSERT LATEST CHANGED PAGES. DESTROY SUPERSEDED PAGES. LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES NOTE: The portion of text affected by changes is indicated by a vertical line in the outer page margins. Changes to illustrations are indicated by miniature pointing hands, shading, or legend. Dates of issue for original and changed pages are: Original .
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Performance Specifications ..................1-5 1.6.1 Main Technical Characteristics ..................1-5 1.6.2 Connector Data ......................1-6 RM500/RM500R Main Options ................. 1-10 1.7.1 Main Ordering Options ....................1-10 CHAPTER 2 - HMI Familiarization with Equipment ................... 2-1 RM500 Front Panel ....................... 2-1 RM500R Front Panel .................... - Page 6 RM500/RM500R Rear Panel ..................2-4 Connections to Optional PPS ..................3-7 LIST OF TABLES Table Title Page 25 Pin Accessories Connector, Pin Functions .............. 1-7 ISB Connector, Pin Functions ..................1-8 RM500 Front Panel Indicators ..................2-1 RM500/RM500R Rear Panel Items ................2-4...
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Page 7: How To Use This Manual
Unclassified HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL If you want to learn about the RM-500/RM-500R HF-SSB transceiver Read Chapter 1 and locate the required general information. If you need to operate the RM-500/RM-500R transceiver, proceed as follows: Read Chapter 2 and 3 and locate the desired operation procedure and follow its instructions. If you need to review maintenance procedures, proceed as follows: ... -
Page 8: List Of Abbreviations
Standard Direct Current Time Division Multiplexer Digital Signal Processor Transmitter Exit Upper Side Band Ground Voltage Alternating Current Human-Machine Interface Voltage Direct Current Independent Side Band VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Liquid Crystal Display Lower Side Band MICOM Key Louder... -
Page 9: Foreword
Unclassified FOREWORD ARRANGEMENT OF THIS MANUAL The manual contains three chapters listed below, with a brief description of each. CHAPTER 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION This chapter provides a description of the RM-500/RM-500R HF-SSB transceiver including purpose and use and technical characteristics. CHAPTER 2 - HMI This chapter provides a detailed description of RM-500/RM-500R HF-SSB transceiver... - Page 10 Unclassified WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES The following notations are used when it becomes necessary to place special emphasis on procedures, or call the operator’s attention to precautionary measures. An operating procedure, practice and so forth, which if not followed correctly, could result in personnel injury or loss of life.
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Page 11: General Description
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION... -
Page 13: Rm500R, General View
The MICOM RM500 (ordering option G160) and RM500R (ordering option G179) are 500W HF SSB rack-mount continuous duty transceivers, part of the MICOM 3 line of HF SSB radio sets. This manual covers the installation and operation of the RM500/RM500R transceivers. - Page 14 The RM500/RM500R are very well suited for base station applications, and also support remote control, using option G422AA (refer to Publication 2072-09682-00 for details) RM500 and RM500R can be directly connected to a wide range of broadband or tuned antennas, including whip, dipole, traveling wave, delta, and semi-delta antennas. To obtain maximum forward power, a low VSWR antenna system should be used;...
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Page 15: Equipment Versions
Unclassified General Description EQUIPMENT VERSIONS MICOM RM500 Transceiver for long range wireless voice, fax, data and email communications. MICOM RM500R Ruggedized transceiver with military handset and connectors, for applications requiring the utmost dependability and reliability. MAIN FEATURES ... -
Page 16: Years Of Trouble-Free Communications
AMD (Automatic Message Display) for sending and receiving text messages. 1.4.5 A PROVEN FAMILY OF RADIO PRODUCTS RM500 and RM500R are members of the MICOM transceiver family of fixed and mobile stations, covering the long-range wireless communication needs of thousands of organizations worldwide. -
Page 17: Major Accessories And Options
1.6.1 MAIN TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS This section presents the main technical characteristics of the RM500 and RM500R. For a complete listing of the performance specifications for the MICOM 3, refer to Publication 6886867J01, “Owner’s Guide, MICOM 3E/3T/3R HF-SSB Transceivers”, and to the applicable MICOM 3 Supplements that cover the optional features available on your radio set. -
Page 18: Connector Data
Table 1. The connectors include PTT and CW control lines, audio and baseband lines for external equipment, auxiliary power output, serial RS-232 asynchronous data interfaces, and additional dedicated handshaking and control lines. The functions supported by the serial data interfaces are determined by the RM500/RM500R software. - Page 19 Unclassified General Description Table 1-1. 25 Pin Accessories Connector, Pin Functions Designation Description SPKR- Differential output to the external 8, 8W speaker EXT RX1 OUT- Differential receive output (– line) of main sideband (0 dBm, 600; not affected by the volume control, nor by the squelch) SPKR+ Differential output to the external 8, 8W speaker EXT RX1...
- Page 20 1.6.2.2 ISB Connector The ISB connector is a 9 pin D type female connector installed only on RM500/RM500R with the ISB option, G191 (the ISB option is covered by the Independent Sideband (ISB) Option for MICOM 3 HF SSB Transceivers, Publication 6888882V01). This connector contains the transmit and receive lines for the secondary sideband.
- Page 21 Unclassified General Description 1.6.2.3 MKL Connector The MKL connector is a 9 pin D type female connector used to connect the MKL Key Loader. This connector is installed when the radio set is equipped with the internal AES encryption option. If you need connection details, contact the manufacturer, or your local representative.
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Page 22: Rm500/Rm500R Main Options
ALE DTM/DBM (data transfer message/data block message) S308 (FLN2517) Add Interface cable kit for phone patch G561 (FLN2530) Add Interface cable for MICOM link unit Interface for Pre/Post Selector for co-site or split-site application G420 2-wire remote control head (up to 5 km) -
Page 23: Chapter 2 - Hmi
CHAPTER 2... -
Page 25: Familiarization With Equipment
FAMILIARIZATION WITH EQUIPMENT RM500 FRONT PANEL The front panel of the RM500 includes a standard MICOM 3 control panel, and the additional items identified in Figure 2-2. For a description of the MICOM 3 control panel, refer to Publication 6886867J01, “Owner’s Guide, MICOM 3E/3T/3R HF-SSB Transceivers”;... -
Page 26: Rm500 Front Panel
Unclassified Table 2-1. RM500 Front Panel Indicators (Continued) Indicator Function BAND Out-of-band input signal frequency: lights when the output filter of the 500W amplifier (used to reduce harmonics radiated by the radio set), cannot be tuned to the input signal frequency. -
Page 27: Rm500R Front Panel
Unclassified RM500R FRONT PANEL The front panel of the RM500R is shown in Figure 2-3. Refer to Table 2-2 for indicator functions. Serial Main ON/OFF Internal Speaker Standard MICOM-3 Communication Switch and Control Panel Indicators Port Circuit Breaker RM 500R... -
Page 28: Rm500/Rm500R Rear Panel
Unclassified RM500/RM500R REAR PANEL Figure 4 shows the rear panel of the RM500 and RM500R. The functions of the various items are explained in Table 4. ACC.-J1 ACC.-J3 RX IN TX IN TX OUT ACC.-J2 ACC.-J4 ACC. C.H. RX OUT... - Page 29 Unclassified Table 2-2. RM500/RM500R Rear Panel Items (Continued) Item Description Function Grounding Screw Connection of ground to the 500W power amplifier section RX OUT Connector BNC RF output connector, for connection of unfiltered RF receive signal to the optional pre/post-selector (PPS) (optional)
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Page 31: Chapter 3 - Installation Procedure
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE... - Page 33 RM500/RM500R. Severe injury or death could result from failure to comply with the safety practices. The RM500/RM500R is a two-person lift. Make sure that help is available during the installation activities. Before putting a new RM500/RM500R into operation, it is necessary to calibrate the system to obtain the correct transmit power.
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Page 34: Installation Planning Guidelines
POWER REQUIREMENTS The RM500/RM500R requires AC power at a nominal voltage of 110 or 220 VAC, 50/60 Hz. The RM500/RM500R will automatically select the appropriate voltage range. The AC power consumption during high-power transmission is up to 2 kW. -
Page 35: Antenna System
Corp. (also available from the manufacturer, as Cat. No. 2072 09128-00). PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLATION Before starting the installation of a new RM500/RM500R, review the installation plan and make the following checks: Identify the prescribed location of the equipment in the rack or cabinet, and check the mounting surface, and the mounting holes. -
Page 36: Installation Procedure - Basic Radio
Connect grounding straps from each of the two RM500/RM500R grounding screws (located on its rear panel), to the prescribed cabinet’s grounding bar. d. Set the power switch on the RM500/RM500R front panel to OFF (down position). Connect cables to the unit as follows: ... -
Page 37: Installation Procedure - Radio With Pps Option
RM500/RM500R with option G65 and the PPS are shown in Figure 5. When the G65 option is installed, the PPS is controlled by the RM500/RM500R through a serial port, and is automatically inserted by the RM500/RM500R in the signal path in accordance with the operating mode: ... - Page 38 Connect a grounding strap from the PPS unit grounding screw to the prescribed cabinet’s grounding bar. d. Set the power switches on the RM500/RM500R and PPS front panels to OFF (down position). Connect the PPS AC power cable to the prescribed outlet on the power distribution box of the cabinet.
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Page 39: Connections To Optional Pps
Unclassified Installation Procedure DC IN AC POWER PARALLEL I/O SERIAL I/O +12/24 VDC ANTENNA EXC OUT PA IN RADIO Serial Control Cable ACC.-J1 ACC.-J3 RX IN TX IN TX OUT ACC.-J2 ACC.-J4 ACC. C.H. RX OUT PPS-CONT REMOTE CONTROL 110/220VAC RF OUT To Antenna To AC Power... -
Page 41: Chapter 4 - User Guide
CHAPTER 4 USER GUIDE... -
Page 43: General
MICOM 3E/3T/3R HF-SSB Transceivers”, and to the applicable MICOM 3 Supplements that cover optional features. PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION Set the REMOTE CONTROL switch on the rear panel of the RM500/RM500R to the OFF (down) position. b. For the RM500R, set the internal speaker switch to ON (up). -
Page 44: Operating Instructions
Turn the radio on by setting its main switch to ON (up). b. Adjust the volume control to a comfortable listening level. You are now ready to start using the RM500/RM500R. For operating procedures, you may use the information appearing in Publication 6886867J01, “Owner’s Guide, MICOM 3E/3T/3R HF-SSB Transceivers”.
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