B3W-VS300Low Power FM Broadcaster

VS300 Low Power FM Transmitter Operations and Maintenance Manual Document: VS300-LPFM-OPS-MAINT Issue:0.1 2011-03-11 Status:Preliminary Nautel Limited 10089 Peggy’s Cove Road Hackett’s Cove, NS Canada B3Z 3J4 Phone: +1.902.823.3900 or Toll Free: +1.877.6NAUTEL (6628835) (Canada & USA only) Fax: +1.902.823.3183 Nautel Inc. 201 Target Industrial Circle Bangor, Maine USA 04401 Phone: +1.207.947.8200 Fax: +1.207.947.3693 Customer Service (24 hour support) +1.877.628.8353 (Canada & USA only) +1.902.823.5100 (International) Email: [email protected] We b : www.nautel.com The comparisons and other information provided in this document have been prepared in good faith based on publicly available information. The reader is encouraged to consult the respective manufacturer's most recent published data for verification. © Copyright 2011 NAUTEL. All rights reserved. VS300 Operations and Maintenance ManualTable of contents Page v Contents Release control recordvii About this manualix About safetyxiii Safety precautionsxv Section 1 - Intentionally removed Operating the transmitter2-1 User interface2-7 Viewing transmitter log2-18 Viewing tool menu panels 2-25 Viewing real-time meters 2-32 Setting time and date2-35 Managing presets 2-37 Setting local/remote control2-57 Resetting alarms2-57 Viewing transmitter status2-58 Setting user accounts2-59 Software configuration2-62 Changing hardware settings 2-77 Configuring remote inputs and outputs 2-86 VS300 Operations and Maintenance ManualTable of contents Page viIssue 0.1 2011-03-11 Setting pilot sample level 2-92 Front panel display settings 2-93 Configure test signal generator 2-95 Setting station ID parameters 2-97 Using an external 10 MHz input 2-99 Routine maintenance3-1 Scheduled maintenance 3-1 Performing on-air checks 3-3 Replacing the exciter/control PWB battery 3-5 Inspecting lightning protection systems 3-6 Non-standard maintenance4-1 Upgrading software 4-1 List of terms5-1 VS300 Operations and Maintenance Manual Issue 0.1 2011-03-11Page vii Release control record IssueDateReason 0.12011-03-11Initial manual release of VS300 LPFM product (NARF64A and NARF64A/01) VS300 Operations and Maintenance Manual Page viiiIssue 0.1 2011-03-11 VS300 Operations and Maintenance Manual Issue 0.1 2011-03-11Page ix About this manual This manual provides technical information needed when operating, maintaining and troubleshooting an VS300 transmitter. This manual is intended for use by transmitter operators and field technicians. Using this manual If you are responsible for configuring or operating a transmitter, see Section 2, “Operating the transmitter” on page 2-1 and Section 3, “Using the event log” on page 3-1. If you are performing scheduled maintenance, or planning your maintenance schedule, see Section 3, “Routine maintenance” on page 3-1. If you are performing non-standard maintenance such as a software upgrade, see Section 4, “Non- standard maintenance” on page 4-1. Performing procedures When using procedures in this manual, perform each step in sequence. •If you are asked to see another section of this manual, or another document, refer to that section or document for additional information, then continue the procedure. •If you are asked to go to another step within the procedure, jump directly to that step with- out performing the intervening steps. •If you are asked to go to another section or document, stop the procedure and perform the tasks described in the other section or document. •If you are asked to check a voltage, use a digital voltmeter and test the voltage relative to ground (unless otherwise instructed). •If you are asked to check a signal, use an oscilloscope and test the signal relative to ground (unless otherwise instructed). VS300 Operations and Maintenance Manual Page xIssue 0.1 2011-03-11 Technical support Nautel offers technical support to customers over the Internet and by telephone. Nautel’s customer support team will answer your questions and work with you to identify and resolve problems. For 24-hour technical support, call toll free at 1.877.628.8353 (in USA and Canada only) or call 1.902.823.5100 (international) or find us on the Internet at http://www.nautel.com. For parts and tools information, see “Parts and tools” on page 9-1 of the VS300 Pre-Installation Manual. For extended warranty information, see “Pre-installation assistance” on page 10-1 of the VS300 Pre-Installation Manual. VS300 transmitter manuals The VS300 documentation suite includes the following documents: VS300 Pre-installation Manual, VS300-PREINST. Provides instructions and reference information needed when planning and preparing for the installation of a VS300 transmitter. Nautel Site Protection Manual. Provides detailed information about protecting your site from lightning-related hazards. VS300 Installation Manual, VS300-INST. Provides instructions and reference information needed when installing a VS300 transmitter. VS300 Operating and Maintenance Manual, VS300-OPS-MAINT. Provides instructions for operating, maintaining and troubleshooting a VS300 transmitter. It also provides reference information needed when performing diagnostic procedures. CAUTION: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH RECOMMENDATIONS MAY VOID YOUR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, REVIEW YOUR WARRANTY DOCUMENTS. Tip: When you have completed a task or a step, put a checkmark beside the step number. VS300 Operations and Maintenance Manual Issue 0.1 2011-03-11Page xi VS300 Troubleshooting Manual, VS300-TROUBLE. Provides detailed technical information about the VS300 transmitter, including electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. Nautel website / Online resources The Nautel website provides useful resources to keep you up to date on your VS300. Nautel User Group (NUG) The website includes a special section that customers can log into in order to access the Nautel customer newsletter, product manuals, frequently asked questions (FAQ), information sheets, and information about field u…

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p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 1 of 25 Date: December 1, 2010 Applicant: Nautel Limited 10089 Peggy's Cove Rd Hackett's Cove, NS B3Z 3J4 Canada Attention of: Tim Harry, Head of Engineering Ph: (902) 823-2233 Fax: (902) 823-3183 E-Mail: [email protected] Equipment: VS300 FCC ID: B3W-VS300 FCC Rules: Part 74 Enclosed please find your copy of the Engineering Test Report for which you are subject to the restrictions as listed on the attached summary. This report may not be reproduced, except in full, without written permission from Compliance Testing, LLC. Please retain a copy of this report for your archival purposes. Once a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) issues a Grant the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) has 30 days to review the application and request added information. It is your decision whether or not to market the equipment subject to a possible recall before the end of the 30 days. If your equipment is still retained by us, it will be returned to you 30 days after approval is achieved. Our invoice for services has been directed to your Accounts Payable Department. For any additional information please contact us. Sincerely, Compliance Testing p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 1 of 25 Test Report for FCC ID: B3WVS300 Model: VS300 Description: Low Power FM Broadcaster to Federal Communications Commission Rule Part(s) 74 Date of Report: December 1, 2010 On the Behalf of the Applicant: Nautel Limited At the Request of: Nautel Limited 10089 Peggy's Cove Rd Hackett's Cove, NS B3Z 3J4 Canada Attention of: Tim Harry, Head of Engineering Ph: (902) 823-2233 Fax: (902) 823-3183 E-Mail: [email protected] By Compliance Testing, LLC 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 (866) 311-3268 phone, (480) 926-3598 fax p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 2 of 25 Test Report Revision History Revision Date Revised By Reason for revision 1.0 December 1, 2010 J. Erhard Original Document p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 3 of 25 The Applicant has been cautioned as to the following: 15.21 Information to the User The user’s manual or instruction manual for an intentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 15.27(a) Special Accessories Equipment marketed to a consumer must be capable of complying with the necessary regulations in the configuration in which the equipment is marketed. Where special accessories, such as shielded cables and/or special connectors are required to enable an unintentional or intentional radiator to comply with the emission limits in this part, the equipment must be marketed with, i.e. shipped and sold with, those special accessories. However, in lieu of shipping or packaging the special accessories with the unintentional or intentional radiator, the responsible party may employ other methods of ensuring that the special accessories are provided to the consumer, without additional charge. Information detailing any alternative method used to supply the special accessories for a grant of equipment authorization or retained in the verification records, as appropriate. The party responsible for the equipment, as detailed in § 2.909 of this chapter, shall ensure that these special accessories are provided with the equipment. The instruction manual for such devices shall include appropriate instructions on the first page of text concerned with the installation of the device that these special accessories must be used with the device. It is the responsibility of the user to use the needed special accessories supplied with the equipment. p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 4 of 25 Testimonial and Statement of Certification This is to Certify: 1. That the application was prepared either by, or under the direct supervision of, the undersigned. 2. That the technical data supplied with the application was taken under my direction and supervision. 3. That the data was obtained on representative units, randomly selected. 4. That, the facts set forth in the application and accompanying technical data is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Certifying Engineer: John Erhard: Engineering Manager p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 5 of 25 Table of Contents Rule Description Page 2.1033(c)(14) Rule Summary 6 . Standard Test Conditions and Engineering Practices 7 2.1033(c) General Information Required 9 Test Results Summary 11 74.1235 Carrier Output Power (Conducted) 12 74.1236 Conducted Spurious Emissions 13 74.1236 Field Strength of Spurious Radiation 16 74.1236 Emission Masks (Occupied Bandwidth) 19 74.1261 Frequency Stability (Temperature Variation) 23 74.1261 Frequency Stability (Voltage Variation) 24 Test Equipment Utilized 25 p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 6 of 25 Sub-part 2.1033(c)(14): Test and Measurement Data All tests and measurement data shown were performed in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations, Volume II; Part 2, Sub-part J, Sections 2.947, 2.1033(c), 2.1041, 2.1046, 2.1047, 2.1079, 2.1051, 2.1053, 2.1055, 2.1057 and the following individual Parts: 74. p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 7 of 25 Standard Test Conditions and Engineering Practices Except as noted herein, the following conditions and procedures were observed during the testing: In accordance with ANSI/C63.4-2009, and unless otherwise indicated in the specific measurement results, the ambient temperature of the actual EUT was maintained within the range of 10 to 40C (50 to 104 F) unless the particular equipment requirements specify testing over a different temperature range. Also, unless otherwise indicated, the humidity levels were in the range of 10% to 90% relative humidity. Environmental Conditions Temperature Humidity Pressure 79 degrees Fahrenheit 21% 30.5 in HG Measurement results, unless otherwise noted, are worst-case measurements. p10b0004, d10c0001 Rev 1.0 Page 8 of 25 A2LA “A2LA has accredited Compliance Testing, LLC,…

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