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- Page 1 Functional Description and Specifications Version: 3.1 June 19, 2020 RUB VM Continuous Wave Distribution Amplifier Supplement to the “Installation & Systems Manual RUBIDIUM SERIES”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 3 CONTENTS REVISION HISTORY COPYRIGHT GENERAL REMARKS MODULE VM DESCRIPTION REAR PANEL AND CONNECTIONS SPECIFICATIONS TYPICAL APPLICATION DIAGRAMS 1.4.1 Example of a 10 MHz Distribution System, 12 Outputs 1.4.2 Example of a Redundant 10 MHz Distribution System, 17 Outputs... - Page 4 Changed address of Plura Europe GmbH. Copyright Copyright © Plura Europe GmbH 2002-2019. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, translated into another language, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written consent of Plura Europe GmbH.
- Page 5 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 5 A3 General Remarks This manual is a supplement to the “Installation & Systems Manual RUBIDIUM SERIES”. Please read the below listed chapters of the “Installation & Systems Manual RUBIDIUM SERIES”, as these chapters are necessary for the safe and proper use of the Rubidium module “VM”.
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Page 6: Module Vm
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 6 Module VM 1.1 Description This module distributes and amplifies one continuous wave input (10 MHz) to six outputs. A seventh spare output stage together with a change-over relay at each of the six outputs enables completely redundant output signals. -
Page 7: Rear Panel And Connections
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 7 1.2 Rear Panel and Connections SIG IN OUT 1 OUT 5 INPUT OUT 3 8 ..1 1 ..8 GPI OUT OUT 2... -
Page 8: Specifications
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 8 1.3 Specifications INPUT Connector BNC (IEC169-8), 75 DC range 5 V Input impedance 75 Ω Signal specifications 10 MHz 5 %, Frequency range: Amplitude range: 0.2 – 2.5 Vpp signal input at 75 Ω... -
Page 9: Typical Application Diagrams
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 9 1.4 Typical Application Diagrams 1.4.1 Example of a 10 MHz Distribution System, 12 Outputs 10 MHz Cont Wave Primary Circuit OUT 1 OUT 3 OUT 5 INPUT OUT 1 OUT 3 OUT 5... -
Page 10: Software Update
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 10 1.5 Software Update Software updates require a (windows operating system) computer and the “RUBIDIUM CONFIGURATION“ program. You can download the latest version of the program from: https://www.plurainc.com. Please check the PC connector at your RUBIDIUM housing: There is an USB or RS232 (with a DSUB9 connector) interface installed. -
Page 11: Operating Description
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 11 Operating Description 2.1 Functional Overview The basic functions are: • Continuous wave distribution: One input to six outputs. • Input and output monitoring. SPARE OUT Changeover OUT 1 Changeover OUT 2 Changeover... -
Page 12: Monitoring And Status Information
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 12 2.2 Monitoring and Status Information This module monitors the signals at the seven output stages with respect to frequency and minimum amplitude (see chapter “Specifications” as well). An error detected at the spare output could be considered as an error of the signal input. - Page 13 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 13 Signal status during normal operation: status: Informs about the current status of each output stage: ‘ok’ or ‘fail’. • ‘fail’ at spare output stage: Signal failure for one second or more. •...
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Page 14: Signal Changeover
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 14 2.3 Signal Changeover With the default set-up (“Factory Settings”), the changeover relays operate in the automatic mode. After the power has turned on all the relays have their contacts open. Utilizing the Distribution function with one of the configuration tools, you can switch between automatic and manual changeover. -
Page 15: Errors And Alarms
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 15 2.4 Errors and Alarms Overview Each output stage has its own status, error counter, alarm counter, GPI output, and SNMP trap functionality. GPI_1 to GPI_6 are assigned to output stages 1 to 6, GPI_7 is assigned to the spare output (or input). - Page 16 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 16 Alarms Each output stage has its individual alarm counter and GPI output. Any error will become an alarm if the corresponding GPI is enabled. Each GPI can individually be enabled or disabled by configuration.
- Page 17 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 17 System Failure Check the “System Failure“ checkbox Active, as long as the “total number of alarms” counter has a count value > 0. This trap feature becomes active in any event of those errors which simultaneously raise a GPI alarm, i.e.
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Page 18: Status Monitor
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 18 Status Monitor 3.1 Status Monitor by the IE Module The RUBIDIUM SERIES HTTP server, located in the RUB IE module, offers a status monitor. Please refer to the “Functional Descriptions and Specifications IE” manual for a detailed description of how to access the RUBIDIUM SERIES system and how to open the RUBIDIUM homepage. -
Page 19: Status Monitor By A Pc Program
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 19 3.2 Status Monitor by a PC Program The PC program RubStatSE.exe uses the PC interface (RS232 or USB) of the RUBIDIUM housing. This program is part of the “Rubidium Series, config software” packet you can download at: https://www.plurainc.com. -
Page 20: System Status
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 20 3.3 System Status This module monitors the signals at the seven output stages with respect to frequency and minimum amplitude. The status monitor informs about the state of each output stage and about the state of the... - Page 21 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 21 System Set-up reflects the current set-up as selected by a configuration tool: set-up ‘OK’ or ‘failure’. This is the result of the power-on check. In case of a failure all settings have been reset to the default values automatically.
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Page 22: Status Of Fan And Power Supplies
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 22 3.4 Status of Fan and Power Supplies This module – as all configurable RUBIDIUM modules – is able to monitor the fan and power supplies which are plugged to the same housing as “VM”. -
Page 23: The Rubidium Configuration Tools
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 23 The Rubidium Configuration Tools 4.1 The Rubidium Configuration PC Program Please refer to the “Installation & Systems Manual RUBIDIUM SERIES” for a general description of this program and how to install it. In this document please notice the following subchapters: •... -
Page 24: The Rubidium Series Http Server
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 24 4.2 The Rubidium Series HTTP Server The RUBIDIUM SERIES HTTP server is located in the RUB IE module. A 10/100Base-T Ethernet connection and a web browser allow access to the RUBIDIUM system. -
Page 25: Functions
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 25 4.3 “Functions“ Click on Functions to see all applicable tabs/pages listed, and to activate or deactivate tabs/pages. For example (screen shot of the PC program tab): A tab/page reflects a function of the module. The columns Edit and Use determine whether the function in the module is activated/deactivated and whether user configuration of that specific function is allowed or not. -
Page 26: Keys": Keys, Lamps And Leds
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 26 4.4 “Keys“: Keys, Lamps and LEDs RUB1 modules have four illuminated buttons (keys and lamps) and four LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). Basically, the functions of these in- and outputs are programmable. Some functions presented by the configuration tool maybe assigned to special options, and therefore are not applicable with the standard firmware. - Page 27 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 27 The following functions for the keys have been assigned: Function Description Recommended Resets all error counters and changeover event information. F1: FAIL Fail / This function includes a function for the lamp as well – see Counter below.
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Page 28: Distribution": Set-Up The Changeover And Alarm Characteristics
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 28 4.5 “Distribution“: Set-Up the Changeover and Alarm Characteristics “VM” monitors the signals at seven output stages: Six signal outputs + one spare output. There are changeover relays at each of the six outputs. If a signal output fails, a changeover to the spare output via relay can be done. - Page 29 Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 29 GPI Alarm Polarity The GPI_1 to GPI_7 alarm outputs can be selected as Low Active or High Active. Max. Simultaneous Changeover Switching Having the automatic mode selected for an output channel, the changeover relay switches in case of a failure.
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Page 30: System": Identification, Reset, Snmp, Fan Control
Functional Description and Specifications RUB VM Page 30 4.6 “System“: Identification, Reset, SNMP, Fan Control Configuration (example shows a screen shot of the PC program tab): Unit Name: The connected module can get a name. You may enter, change, or verify this name at this window. - Page 32 www.plurainc.com U.S.A. · Germany · U.A.E. · S. Korea...
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