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Summarization of Contents
1 Overview
Device Registration and Network Identification
Covers device registration and identification of radio ID and group ID.
Tx Physical Layer Measurements
Details measurements for transmitter bursts like power, frequency error.
Rx Device Sensitivity Testing
Explains how to measure receiver sensitivity.
Call Type Testing Procedures
Covers testing various call types like Group, Private, Emergency.
Text Message Operations
Describes sending and receiving text messages in DMR Tier III mode.
DGNA Testing Procedures
Explains testing Dynamic Group Number Assignment in devices.
2 DMR Tier III (ETSI Digital; Mobile Radio)
2.1 DMR Transmitter Tests
Details tests for transmitter signal quality.
2.1.1 RF Zone
Displays average power in the synchronized TDMA slot.
2.1.2 DMR Tier III MS Zone Parameters
Displays network setup configured in the Channel Plan.
CFG Parameter
Indicates non-default configuration with a green flag.
Plan Parameter
Displays the name of the saved channel plan.
Model Parameter
Displays the network model size.
Net Parameter
Displays network identity values.
Site Parameter
Displays network site identity values.
CC Parameter
Displays the four-bit color code for signal transmission.
Ch# Parameter
Displays assigned channel number for control channel.
Group Parameter
Displays the group address.
P. SSI Parameter
Displays private Short Subscriber Identity address.
Mode Parameter
Describes normal-aligned and fallback-aligned modes.
Call Type Parameter
Displays the type of call transmitted.
2.1.3 DMR Tier III MS Zone Soft Keys
Describes soft keys for DMR Tier III MS zone.
Select Plan Soft Key
Provides a list of prebuilt channel plans.
Call Type Soft Key
Opens a menu for call types.
Call Mobile Soft Key
Initiates a call based on Call Type selection.
Select Group Soft Key
Opens a menu for group IDs.
Custom Group ID Input
Allows input of a group ID.
Phone Number Input
Allows entry of source phone number.
Phone Call Type Selection
Sets the type of phone call.
Playback Options
Opens options for voice call payload.
Message Parameter Configuration
Covers Message Type, Destination, and Text Message fields.
DGNA Functionality
Explains DGNA method and its two modes.
Radio Test Functions
Opens GUI for test features and results.
Select Display Option
Opens Tx Test, Rx Test, or Test Results windows.
2.1.4 Display Zone
Lists available display zones for signal analysis.
Spectrum Analyzer Display
Shows signal analysis of the RF spectrum.
Eye Diagram Display
Visual representation of frequency shifts between symbols.
Power Profile Display
Power versus time plot of transmitter.
Distribution Plot Display
Depicts spread of symbols over time.
Analysis Details Display
Displays deviation points for data symbols.
Bar Charts Display
Graphical representation of measurements.
Transaction Details Display
Log of radio to R8x00 communication transactions.
2.1.5 Meter Zone
Displays Constellation and DMR Tier III MS meters.
Constellation Meter
Visual representation of transmitter operation and symbol deviation.
DMR Tier III MS Meter
Displays UUT operational status, Radio ID, and Group ID.
2.1.6 Live MS Channel Testing
Tests DMR Tier III radio in active operational mode.
Configuring the Live DMR Tier III Test
Procedure to start DMR Tier III MS test mode.
DMR Tier III Testing Prerequisites
Lists required parameter settings for DMR Tier III testing.
Configuring the Channel Plan
Step-by-step guide to configure the channel plan.
Initiate Group Call from UUT
Procedure to initiate a group call from the UUT.
Initiate Call from the R8x00
Procedure to initiate a call from the R8x00.
Select Group Options
Displays available groups for selection.
Call Type Descriptions
Details various call types like Simplex, Emergency, Ambient, Phone Call.
Send and Receive Text Messages
Instructions for sending/receiving text messages.
Setting Text Message Format
Configures message type and format.
Radio Test Functions
Accesses quick tests for UUT transmission and sensitivity.
Tx Test Procedure
Details the steps to perform Tx test.
Switching to Rx Test
Describes how to switch to receiver sensitivity testing.
Rx Test Parameter Configuration
Sets Start Level and Step Level for receiver sensitivity test.
Rx Test Completion
Shows the result of the Rx test.
Combined Tx and Rx Test Results
Displays consolidated results of transmission and reception tests.
Exporting Test Results
Describes how to output test results to a USB drive.
2.2 Conclusion
Summarizes the guide's content and capabilities.
Appendix 1 - Motorola Capacity Max Configuration Notes
Configure System Type and Network Information
Sets system type, network model, and ID.
Configure Site ID and Channel
Configures site ID and channel details.
Identify Base Station Frequencies
Identifies base station frequencies and channel mapping.
Configuring DGNA on Motorola Capacity Max Open Radio
Explains DGNA configuration for Motorola radios.
Appendix 2 - Kenwood Radio Programming Notes
Configure Kenwood Network Information
Sets network parameters for Kenwood radios.
Configure Kenwood Site Information
Configures site information for Kenwood radios.
Configure Kenwood Normal Hunt Control Channel
Sets control channel frequencies and numbers.
Configure Kenwood System Information
Configures system type and unit ID for Kenwood radios.
Configure Kenwood Personal Features
Configures features like Ambient call and group IDs.
Configure Kenwood Personality
Sets personality details like Group ID and Alert Tone.
Configure Kenwood Zones
Configures zones and channel assignments for Kenwood radios.
Appendix 3 - Tait Radio Programming Notes
Tait Network Settings Examples
Shows examples of Tait network settings.
Tait Trunked Channel Plan Configuration
Configures trunked channels and frequencies for Tait radios.
Tait Fleet Settings Examples
Examples of fleet settings for Tait radios.
Tait Radio Settings Examples
Examples of radio settings for Tait radios.
Appendix 4 - DMR Tier III Test Mode Power User Features
Configuration Files Overview
Explains text-based configuration files controlling test mode.
Modifying Configuration Files
Procedure for modifying test mode configuration files.
Import Configuration Process
Describes importing configuration files into the R8x00.
List of Configuration Settings
Lists all configuration items and their default settings.
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