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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings, cautions, and notes are found throughout this manual where applicable. The associated icons are used to quickly identify a potential condition that could result in the consequences described below if precautions are not taken. Notes clarify and provide additional information to assist the user.
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Revision Record Revision Record Revision Letter Date of Change Reason for Change Dec 2005 Initial Release D044-13432 Rev A...
Chapter 1 Theory of Operation 1 Introduction This manual contains information and procedures for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the LNKF100 Modules. The manual is organized into the following chapters: Chapter 1 Theory of Operation Chapter 3 Antenna Installation Chapter 2 Operation Chapter 4...
Module Specifications 1.4 Module Specifications Table 2 LNKF100 Module Specifications Frequency Bands See Model Chart Narrowband FM Modulation & Channel Spacing 25 or 12.5 KHz as per Model Chart RF Frequency Stability Tracks Input Signal Exactly Max. RF Output Power 37 dBm RF Output Power Range +20dBm to +37dBm...
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Displays or sets the receive hysteresis (in tenths of a dB). TIMEOUT ####: Displays or sets the timeout-timer value (in Seconds). Enter 0 for no timeout. TESTOSC 1 or 0: Enables or disables the test oscillator. Please consult Powerwave Technologies Inc. for further support. D044-13432 Rev A...
Power On Self Test (POST) 2.3 Power On Self Test (POST) Each module automatically performs a self-diagnostics when inserted into the system card-cage. These tests determine that the unit is correctly installed in the card-cage and not damaged in transit. •...
Normal Operation 2.5 Normal Operation The LNKF100 Module has six LED’s on the faceplate: OPERATING - LED will flash GREEN when RF Data is present and unit is operating normally. STANDBY – Under the control of the Control Module, the LNKF100 Module has the ability to act as a duplex transmitter, sitting perpetually in stand by mode waiting for the primary transmitter to fail.
Simplex Operation 2.6 Simplex Operation • For back-to-back Simplex operation, the LinkNet Modules to be used MUST be interconnected as shown: Figure 2-2 LNKF100 Simplex Interconnection • This connection is made using a custom male DB15 to male DB15 cable as shown above interconnected between the two LNKF modules.
0.2 Meters. Note! If multiple LinkNet™ Modules are used with output combiners, then the composite power output of all Modules transmitting simultaneously must meet this maximum EIRP requirement. Please consult Powerwave Technologies Inc. for assistance as required. D044-13432 Rev A...
FCC Information to Users ANTENNA INSTALLATION CAUTION ALL ANTENNA INSTALLATION IS TO BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL ONLY. ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND LOCATIONS ARE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SATISFYING FCC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS, AND ARE NOT OPTIONAL. ALL ROOF TOP ANTENNA INSTALLATION MUST BE SUCH THAT NO PERSON CAN TOUCH THE ANTENNA, OR APPROACH CLOSER THAN 10 METERS.
4.1.2 Repackaging For Shipment To ensure safe shipment of the amplifier, it is recommended that the original package designed for shipping the amplifier be reused. If it is not available, contact Powerwave Technologies Inc. Customer Service Department for packing materials.
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