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INTEROPERABILITY NOW
Installation and Operation Manual
TM
RSP-Z2
Dual Channel Interoperability Gateway
Designed and Manufactured by:
JPS Interoperability Solutions
5800 Departure Drive
Raleigh, NC 27616
919-790-1011
sales@jpsinterop.com
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support@jpsinterop.com
www.jpsinterop.com
Manual is JPS P/N 5160-600200
Revision 1.5
© March 2021

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  • Page 1 INTEROPERABILITY NOW Installation and Operation Manual RSP-Z2 Dual Channel Interoperability Gateway Designed and Manufactured by: JPS Interoperability Solutions 5800 Departure Drive Raleigh, NC 27616 919-790-1011 sales@jpsinterop.com support@jpsinterop.com www.jpsinterop.com Manual is JPS P/N 5160-600200 Revision 1.5 © March 2021...
  • Page 2 PROPRIETARY STATEMENT The information contained in this manual is the property of JPS Interoperability Solutions and is intended for the purchaser’s use only. It may not be reproduced without the expressed written consent of JPS Interoperability Solutions, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    IP A VIA USB DDRESS ETERMINATION AND HANGE PORT 3.3.2 IRMWARE PDATE 4 SECURITY - USER TYPES AND PERMISSIONS ..............4-1 5 RSP-Z2 CONFIGURATION ......................5-1 5.1 B ................5-1 ASIC YSTEM ONFIGURATION ELECTION 5.2 C ............5-3 HANNEL ELECTION AND...
  • Page 4 6.1.1 USB H , PTT M EADSET PERATION 6.2 D ......................... 6-6 PERATION 6.3 L ......................6-8 TATUS NFORMATION 7 RECENT UPGRADES TO THE RSP-Z2 ..................7-1 7.1 N ......................7-1 PDATED EATURES RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...
  • Page 5 Cross- A link made between two communications systems (e.g. radio, SIP) interfaced to a single device Connection (e.g. ACU, RSP-Z2), or between systems interfaced over a network to two or more ACU systems. Digital Signal Processing (or Processor). Hangtime Sometimes called VOX Hangtime, Receive Hangtime, or Transmit Hangtime, a hangtime causes a device to maintain the effect of audio presence for a brief period even without the actual presence of audio.
  • Page 6 RSP-Z2 Operations Manual blank page RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 7: Rsp-Z2 Overview

    The RSP-Z2 incorporates all this experience, in the form of a suite of sophisticated DSP algorithms that operate at its interfaces with any connected communications devices, as well as many custom radio interface cables, covering well over 300 different radio makes and models.

  • Page 8: Possible Rsp-Z2 Configurations

    1.3 Possible RSP-Z2 Configurations The RSP-Z2 provides a pair of local-to-IP backhaul channels, along with a USB Headset Channel. The non-headset channels can be configured in multiple ways, as illustrated below. All three are explained in the following sections.
  • Page 9 • Various Push-to-Talk over Cellular channels. Since the RSP-Z2 is a half-duplex device, the first channel with active COR is in control until its COR status goes back to inactive – unless another channel is configured to allow preemption. In such a case, that channel’s incoming audio will take over.

  • Page 10: Cross-Connected

    See block diagram below. RSP-Z2 Channel 01 is connected to a VHF repeater system for the State Highway Patrol, and Channel 02 to the local Fire Department’s 800 MHz trunked system. A channel/talkgroup on each system is set aside for emergencies when the two agencies must communicate with each other.

  • Page 11: Cross-Connected With Backhaul

    VoIP phone. All three channels are connected together, so the SIP caller will hear anything on either channel, and the supervisor’s speech will be retransmitted in both radio systems. Interoperability Now RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 12: Context-Sensitive Help

    1.5 Front Panel Level Indicator The RSP-Z2 has a set of audio level indicating LEDs on the front panel. The indicator can be applied to any one of the unit’s channels. The level shown is the selected channel’s external RX input after the channel's Receive (Input) Level audio adjustment has been applied.

  • Page 13: Usb Headset

    1.6 USB Headset If a JPS-approved USB headset is plugged in at power-up, an icon will appear in the upper right corner of CH1 and CH2. Click on one of these headset icons to select what audio source it will be connected to.

  • Page 14: Configuration And Control Methodology

    1.7 Configuration and Control Methodology The unit is configured via its web-based GUI. There are no physical potentiometers or switches related to the analog interface configuration. All audio level settings are firmware controlled. RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    RSP-Z2 Operations Manual 1.8 Specifications Table 1-1 – RSP-Z2 Specifications Radio RX Audio Input Input Impedance Balanced 2.2k ohms, transformer coupled Incoming signals adjustable in approx 4 dB steps from –26 to +12 dBm to set 0 Input Level dBm nominal input; +15 dBm clipping...

  • Page 16: Equipment And Accessories Supplied

    ACU Generic Radio Interface Cable; unterminated at radio end, D15 at other end; 5961-291115-15/30/50 specify length: 15, 30, or 50 feet Interface cables for a very wide range of commercial radios are available for purchase. Email JPS or consult the JPS Interoperability Solutions website for a listing: sales@jpsinterop.com support@jpsinterop.com www.jpsinterop.com...

  • Page 17: Installation

    If the RSP-Z2 must be returned, an RMA (Returned Material Authorization) number must first be obtained from JPS. This number must be noted on the outside of the packing carton and on all accompanying documents. When packing the unit for reshipment, it is best to use the original packaging for the unit;...

  • Page 18: Installation Considerations

    The unit weighs 2.0 lbs (900 gr). The bottom panel of the unit includes a set of 6-32 flush nuts to allow the RSP-Z2 to be mounted to a tray. The width allows two units to be mounted side by side on a typical tray for a 19-inch rack.

  • Page 19: Connectors, Controls, And Indicators

    (same functions as front panel USB port), an HDMI port, a D9 RS-232 port, and a pair of D15 analog ports. The two D15 analog ports conform to standard JPS radio ports, allowing them to use any of the custom cables that JPS has designed to interface hundreds of different radio makes and models;...

  • Page 20: Radio Interface And Cables

    (such as is used with JPS-manufactured radio cables). The RSP-Z2 is designed to allow the use of the very large library of JPS radio cables created for the ACU Gateway product line, including standard Military 5 and 6 pin microphone connectors.

  • Page 21: Safety Precautions And Procedures

    RSP-Z2 Operations Manual 2.9 Safety Precautions and Procedures The RSP-Z2 is operated by a +12 VDC power supply and therefore any high-level power supply voltage exists only on the AC input side of the power supply. Standard precautions relative to 115 or 230 (nominal) AC wiring applies.
  • Page 22 RSP-Z2 Operations Manual End of Section 2 RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 23: Web-Based Configuration

    3.1 Set up IP Address and Subnet Mask As with any device with a static IP address, it will be necessary to set up the RSP-Z2 to operate on the LAN where it is to be deployed. The first step is to log in using the unit’s factory default IP address of 192.168.1.200, with a default subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.

  • Page 24: Network Configuration

    3.3.1 IP Address Determination and Change VIA USB port If unable to access the RSP-Z2 because you have forgotten its IP address and other network settings, the front panel USB port can be used to retrieve the needed information. Plug a thumb drive into the port and cycle the power.

  • Page 25: Firmware Update

    3.3.2 Firmware Update Firmware updates may occasionally be available for the RSP-Z2 to add features or to fix errant behaviors. Click on the set of three lines at the top right to bring up a set of icons pertaining to various “housekeeping”...
  • Page 26 Note that the unit’s current software version and other information can be found by clicking the version number in the lower right side of the Home Screen. End of Section 3 RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 27: Security - User Types And Permissions

    Figure 4-1- Creating and Managing User Accounts The figure above depicts an RSP-Z2 with six users. Two have a custom User Type called Engineer. Two are Super Users, but only user “TEST SU” can be deleted while the initial “su”...
  • Page 28 User Type of the person logged in. Note below that user Benny, with Operator status, has access only to the Home, Settings, and (Channel) Profiles tabs. Figure 4-3- Access Limited by User Type End of Section 4 RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 29: Rsp-Z2 Configuration

    5 RSP-Z2 Configuration 5.1 Basic System Configuration Selection The RSP-Z2 supports three different configurations, as explained in Section 1.3, with a pictorial representation available from the Home Screen and repeated below. Select the desired configuration by clicking on the image or by choosing from the pulldown menu provided. Click Save to apply the new configuration.
  • Page 30 – that’s the next step. Note the gray headset icons in the upper right corner of the two Local Channels. This shows that a USB headset was plugged in at power-up; if it hadn’t been, these icons would not be present. RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 31: Channel Selection And Settings Configuration

    RSP-Z2 Operations Manual 5.2 Channel Selection and Settings Configuration The first step in configuring an RSP-Z2 channel to interface with another system is to choose the appropriate channel type. To begin configuration of Local Channel one, right click on its icon within the System Configuration illustration, or simply go the Settings Page and click on the CH- 01 icon.

  • Page 32: Channel Settings

    For example, the Radio Default Profile puts in place settings that work for a wide variety of radios, and the many JPS custom radio interface cables are designed to be in harmony, whenever practical, with these default settings. Since the default settings are only a start in a complete channel set up process, Custom Profiles and other profile options are available.
  • Page 33 The particular radio used has a hardware COR output signal, so the Application Note provided with the JPS custom radio interface cable specify Hardware COR. The radio belongs to a trunked system, and testing confirmed that one and a half seconds is an appropriate delay to make up for the system’s channel acquisition time.
  • Page 34 The front panel LED Level meter is measuring the internal audio input to Local Channel 2, as indicated by the green level meter on channel 2. Figure 5-6 – Home Page for a Configured System RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 35: Channel Profiles

    Each is made up of the settings that work best for a typical radio of the designated make/model – as tested by JPS Systems Engineering and as set up per the instructions in the JPS App Notes included with that cable, when using the JPS cable designated for that radio.
  • Page 36 We’ll use Radio Profiles as an example since profiles are most helpful for radio channels and many are included in the RSP-Z2 database. If the device operator knows the type of radio that is being interfaced by JPS Custom Cable to the rear panel radio port, the operator can search for that cable’s profile using the drop-down menu.
  • Page 37 Default, Custom, or Preferred profiles. If you know any part of a desired profile’s name, enter it in the top selection box. Keywords (such as device type, or the JPS cable part number) can be entered in the lower selection box. Pressing Search at any time will bring up all profiles that match the designated criteria.

  • Page 38: Channel Profiles Basic Information

    • Custom Profiles can be given Preferred status to simplify profile searches. • Custom Profiles can be created that are based on Default Profiles or JPS Radio Profiles, and modified as desired, but the Custom Profiles cannot replace the Default or JPS Radio Profiles.

  • Page 39: Channel Settings - Universal

    Figure 5-9 – Basic Settings The (channel) Type must be the first selection when setting up a channel on the RSP-Z2. Local Channel Type options include: • Radio (also appropriate for other types of four-wire devices).

  • Page 40: Audio Priority

    – such as a radio – is cross-connected with a second half-duplex device on the same RSP-Z2, only one of those devices can actually contribute at a time because the devices themselves are half duplex. Which device is the one injecting audio is...
  • Page 41 • The Suppress Other Audio setting piggybacks off the Audio Priority number, using it in its own calculation of which audio – if any – the RSP-Z2 suppresses or silences. This can, for example, make it easier to understand important audio by reducing the number of channels being heard at once.

  • Page 42: Local Channel Settings - Usb Headset

    Earphone Gain earphones should be at a comfortable level. Figure 5-11 –Headset Channel Settings Refer to Section 6.1 of this Manual for additional USB headset use information. RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual 5-14 Interoperability Now...

  • Page 43: Local Channel Settings - Radio

    • Hardware COR: If the radio (or other four-wire device) has a COR (unsquelch) output, this should be used as it’s the surest and easiest to set up. The RSP-Z2 can handle either an active low (typical) or active high Hardware COR signal.
  • Page 44 PTT de-activates. It is easy to adjust to no longer than necessary by keying the radio and observing the COR indication at the RSP-Z2. If there is a quick active COR indication following each unkey, raise the COR Inhibit time until the active COR is no longer observed.
  • Page 45 RSP-Z2 are identical to those of other JPS gateways. To verify proper setting, set the RSP-Z2 front panel audio level meter for the radio channel being set up; monitor it and/or the front panel Signal LED for that channel. While receiving audio from someone speaking at a normal level, the signal level should flash red on occasional voice peaks.
  • Page 46 Similarly, the Transmit Delay holds up the outgoing audio until the external system is ready to use it. A good example is when the donor radio cabled to one of the RSP-Z2 outputs is part of a trunked radio system (see the illustrations in the overview in Section 1.3). When this radio is keyed, nothing happens until the trunking system acquires a channel for that transmission.

  • Page 47: Ip-Based Channel Settings - Bridge, Roip, Rtp, And Sip

    Integrating these streaming protocols significantly expands interoperability. JPS RoIP interfaces other JPS equipment smoothly and it provides an efficient network connection to older JPS products and JPS partner devices. RTP and SIP protocols allow for the inclusion of SIP PBX systems and IP Recorders.

  • Page 48: Bridge

    Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP) is a streaming protocol used by certain platforms to stream audio and certain other media. A channel on the RSP-Z2 configured as an RTP channel provides a mechanism for an outside device to connect to it over the network, or for the RSP-Z2 to stream audio to another device.

  • Page 49: Push-To-Talk Over Cellular (Pttoc) Channel Settings

    Audio to and from the PTToC systems (or platforms) can be streamed to a corresponding channel configured on the RSP-Z2. This further expands the reach of the PTToC system audio, as a configured PTToC channel on this RSP-Z2 will be available for all audio operations this unit supports.

  • Page 50: Jps Roip-Based Pttoc Channels

    TangoTango Zello The configuration settings for all the PTToC channel types using JPS RoIP is similar. Due to this connection requiring specific configuration parameters such as vocoder and RoIP mode, a subset of RoIP settings is provided in the User Interface.

  • Page 51: Kodiak/Msi-Based Pttoc Channels

    A configured PTToC channel type on the RSP-Z2 interfaces the PTToC service/platform so that the audio communications by its PTToC users can be linked by JPS gateways with other channel types (radio, SIP, etc.) as part of an interoperability solution.

  • Page 52: Licensed Enhancements: Encryption On Jps Roip And Bridge Channels

    Security Settings in the JPS RoIP or JPS Bridge channel configuration Settings. If the button or the option is grayed out in channel Settings for JPS RoIP or JPS Bridge streaming channels, and encryption is desired, contact JPS to purchase a license. If you already possess a license key and need to enter it, open the right-side hamburger menu.

  • Page 53: Returning Configuration And Channel Settings Back To Factory Defaults

    Therefore, encryption must be turned on (Yes) or off (No) for both sides of the connection, such as between this RSP-Z2 and a Z2 Controller or an ACU-Z1. Encryption Type must also be the same, and the Audio Encryption Key must be entered and match. If there is a mismatch, audio will be unintelligible.
  • Page 54 RSP-Z2 Operations Manual End of Section 5 RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual 5-26 Interoperability Now...

  • Page 55: Operating Instructions

    6 Operating Instructions As described in Section 1.3 Possible RSP-Z2 Configurations the RSP-Z2 provides a pair of local- to-IP backhaul channels, along with a USB Headset Channel. Refer to the context-sensitive help in the GUI, and/or Section 5 RSP-Z2 Configuration of this Manual for more information on how to configure the non-headset channel types for use in the configurations shown below.

  • Page 56: Usb Headset Operation

    RSP-Z2 Operations Manual 6.1 USB Headset Operation The most common “on-the-fly” operations for an RSP-Z2 involve use of an operator local to the unit, communicating using a USB headset. Figure 6-2 – Headset Not Yet Associated The figure above shows the Home Screen when the RSP-Z2 is in Cross-Connected with Backhaul configuration.
  • Page 57 Transmit mode is indicated for all three channels by the red PTT decals in the lower right of the channel icons. This COR and PTT paradigm is used regardless of channel type and can be thought of as receive (RX) and transmit (TX). Interoperability Now RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 58 USB Headset VOX Threshold sensitivity until it does. Again, remember to click Submit. Conversely, reduce VOX Threshold sensitivity if the headset is always keying on speech, but also on local low level environmental sounds. RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 59: Usb Headset Operation, Ptt Mode

    (green) headset icon. In the figure below, the RSP-Z2 is in the Independent Passthrough system configuration. While the mouse cursor is clicked and held on the CH 01 headset icon, the Headset provides an Active COR signal to the unit, causing any connected channels to transmit the headset audio.

  • Page 60: Dial Out Operation

    Note 1: Destination IP addresses in dropdown menus persist across power cycles. Note 2: Destination IP addresses are specific to users. That is, “User A” does not have the same pulldown Destination IP addresses as “User B.” RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...
  • Page 61 “Currently Idle” state will be indicated by a lack of any indicator in this area. Figure 6-7 – SIP Dial Out In Progress Notice also that the Connect text at the bottom of the channel icon has changed to Disconnect. Clicking on Disconnect will terminate the call. Interoperability Now RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 62: Live Status Information

    6.3 Live Status Information A summary of the small status indicators that will be present in the upper right of the channel icons (except when idle): Figure 6-8 – Live Status Information End of Section 6 RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

  • Page 63: Recent Upgrades To The Rsp-Z2

    7.1 New/Updated Features This version of the RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual is fully up to date at the time of its release, corresponding with RSP-Z2 firmware version rsp-z2_3.1.1. Note that it is likely in full compliance with higher revisions, as minor changes or bug fixes may not require changes to this Manual.
  • Page 64 RSP-Z2 Operations Manual End of Document RSP-Z2 Installation and Operation Manual Interoperability Now...

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