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 VBS2-250 Frequency 2200-2300 MHz

 VBS-250 Frequency 2400-2500 MHz

 VBL-250 Frequency 1700-1850 MHz




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Manual Conventions
                                                                                     TABLE OF CONTENTS
   NOTE Describes special issues you should be aware of          Quick Start ........................................................................... 4
   while using a particular function.                            Overview .............................................................................. 5
                                                                 Features ............................................................................... 6
   WARNING Calls out situations in which equipment
                                                                 Specifications ....................................................................... 7
   could be damaged or a process could be incorrectly
   implemented, but in which operator safety is not a            Battery Drain ........................................................................ 9
   factor.                                                       Connectors ......................................................................... 10
                                                                 Connections ........................................................................ 11
   TIP Describes application hints.                              Equipment Configurations ................................................. 13
                                                                 Optional Accessories ........................................................ 14
                                                                 Programming ..................................................................... 22
                                                                 Appendix A ......................................................................... 26
RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT

When used as directed, the maximum SAR of this device is
2.7 W/kg, which meets the limits set forth by the FCC. Refer
to Appendix A in this manual for instruction in the proper use
of antennas with this device.


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    QUICK START GUIDE
                                       1   Make sure that the ON/OFF switch is set to OFF. (Red dot is OFF).
                     5                 2   Install 4 “AA” batteries in the internal battery compartment of the module.
            6                               (Lithium batteries are recommended)
    4                     7        1
                                       3   Using a screwdriver, turn the channel selector to the correct transmission
                                           channel number.
                                       4   Connect an antenna to the ANTENNA connector on the module.
                                       5   Connect the microphone or microphones to the MIC-1 and MIC-2 connectors
                                           on the module.
                 3                     6   Connect a video source to the Video/Multi I/O connector.
                                       7   Slide the power switch to the ON position (Green dot is ON) to apply power to
                                           the transmitter.

                                           Note: While installing the batteries, observe proper polarity as printed in the
                                           battery compartment. Reverse polarity protection is a built-in design feature of
                                           the transmitter. If a battery is installed backwards, this feature prevents the
                                           transmitter from powering up, without damaging the transmitter or battery.

                                           Warning: Do not apply power to the transmitter until an antenna has been
                                           connected in step 4.

                                           Warning: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper
                                           use of antennas.
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                                                                                                      OVERVIEW
 What should you expect to receive with your 250mW
 Transmitter?

 1 VBS/VBL Video Transmitter                              NOTE: The dipole antenna included is not recommended for normal
 1 Dipole antenna with right angle SMA connector          use! This antenna enables you to quickly set up your transmitter
 1 One Video and Power In “Y” cable                       and ensure proper operation. DTC highly recommends the use of
 1 DTC programming software package                       circularly polarized antennas for the best rejection of multi-path.
 1 DTC programming cable
 8 Batteries                                             NOTE: DTC has provided you with a “Y” cable (power and video)
                                                         terminated with an RCA connector and a BNC adapter for your
                                                         convenience.)



The VBL/VBS series video transmitters from DTC represent the first true “video body wires” available. DTC has developed a
fully user programmable video transmitter and mated it with an integral AA battery pack. This dramatically simplifies wiring,
lowers the risk of detection, and increases the chances of operational success.

For best results, DTC recommends the use of its VidiWIRE on body dual patch antenna system with phase matching module,
and a DTC diversity receiver.

Users should also consider using the VBL/VBS series transmitters for rapid deployment drop cameras. Packaging the
transmitters with miniature board cameras is exceptionally easy, and in the case of 5 volt cameras, power may be provided to
the camera directly from the VBL/VBS transmitter’s internal battery pack.

This product in only available for sale to legitimate state, local, federal and friendly foreign government agencies.




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    FEATURES
                          Feature                                  Description
         Remote Switching Capability    • You may turn the device ON remotely, by attaching a switch to one
                                          of the pins on the Multi I/O connector. DTC provides hard-wired and wireless
                                          switches for this application.
        External Power Loop Through     • The power applied to the Multi I/O pin is automatically looped through the
                                          unit, and available on a second pin to power a remote device, such as a
                                          camera. If you apply 9 Volts in, you will get 9 Volts out. Applying power through
                                          the multi I/O connector automatically disables the internal AA battery pack.

                                            WARNING: Make sure your camera will operate on the voltage being supplied
                                            to the transmitter.

                      Programmable      User programmable video channels, selectable in 250 kHz steps. Two user
                                        programmable audio sub carriers, selectable in 10 kHz steps from 6 MHz to
                                        7.5 MHz.
                                Audio   • Audio sub carriers are OFF unless microphones are attached. The
                                           transmitter automatically senses when a microphone has been attached.
                                        • The audio sub carriers are phase locked, and will not drift into the video
                                           signal.
                                        • Automatic Gain Control is provided on each audio input, amplifying soft
                                           sounds.
     Efficient Switching Power Supply   • They generate far less heat than a traditional video transmitters.
                                        • They operate significantly longer than traditional video transmitters on the
                                           same power source.

     Camera Power Available through     • When powering the device using the internal battery pack, regulated 5 VDC is
               Multi I/O Connector        available on the multi I/O connector, limited to 200 mA current drain.



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Specifications for the body worn VBS/VBL-250                                              SPECIFICATIONS
                                                                                                    FRONT PATCH
Power Supply               Internal batteries 4 “AA” batteries or external 9-16 VDC.                ANTENNA

Power Consumption          2.5 Watts (not including camera)
Battery life               3 hours - Alkaline AA                                       BACK PATCH
                                                                                       ANTENNA
Reverse polarity
protection                 Yes
Dimensions                 2.5 x 4.5 x 0.675”
                                                                                                                        MICROPHONES
Camera Power               Using external power input: Same as supply voltage,
                                                                                                            CAMERA
                           switched (200 mA max)
                           Using internal batteries: 5 VDC @ 175 mA, switched          SPLITTER
                           (internal regulator)
Controls                   10 channel select rotary switch
                           Panel mounted, slide ON/OFF switch
Connectors                 2 pin Lemo: Mic 1
                           2 pin Lemo: Mic 2
                           SMA: Antenna
                           6 pin Multi I/O: Video in, Data in, DC input 9 -16 VDC,
                           camera power, Remote ON/OFF, Multiplexed Data out,
                           Ground
Programmability            Video: 2400 - 2500 MHz (VBS-250)
                           1700 - 1850 MHz (VBL-250)
                           250 KHz resolution steps
                           Audio: User programmable from 6.0 - 7.5 MHz, in                                           TRANSMITTER
                           10 kHz steps
Chassis notes              Machined solid aluminum with rounded edges.

                                         Audio
General                    Mic level input (line level factory opt.) 50 - 3000 Hz
                           Phased locked with AGC on both inputs. Sub-carrier auto
                           sensing, only active when microphone is attached.
Number of sub-carriers     2                                                                      Four lithium “AA” batteries
Sub-carriers frequencies   6.0 - 7.5 MHz , user programmable

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                                 Sub-carrier ON/OFF
    SPECIFICATIONS               control                    Subcarriers are activated when mic is connected.


                                Subcarrier frequency
                                stability                   +/- 0.003%, -30°C to +70°C
                                Sub-Carrier Deviation       50 kHz peak
                                Audio S/N                   45 dB min.
                                Frequency Response          BW1.5dB = 50 - 3000 Hz
                                Total Harmonic Distortion   <2%
                                Input Level                 8 mVpp @ 400 Hz for 50 kHz peak dev.
                                Pre-Emphasis                75 uS
                                Input Impedance             10 k Ohm

                                                                         Video
                                Video Frequency
                                Response                    BW1.5dB = 6 Hz - 5.0 MHz
                                Input Impedance             75 Ohms
                                Input Level                 1Vp-p Max.
                                S/N                         60 dB min.
                                Pre-Emphasis                Per CCIR 405 525 line curve
                                Differential Gain           5%

                                                                          RF
                                Operating Frequency         1700 - 1850 MHz, 250 KHz resolution steps
                                                            2400 - 2500 MHz, 250 KHz resolution steps
                                Power output                250 mW min. @ nominal supply voltage, 25 Deg. C.
                                                            -3 dB @ 3.6 VDC int
                                                            -2 dB over temp.
                                Output Impedance            50 Ohms
                                Spurs and Harmonics
                                output                      -50 dBc

                                Load Pull Stability         8:1 VSWR
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 Frequency Stability      +/- 0.003%, -30°C to +50°C
                                                                                    SPECIFICATIONS
 Modulation Sensitivity   8 MHz/V nom.                                                  Four lithium batteries
 Modulation Sensitivity
 Variation                +/- 5% across the band
 Peak Carrier Deviation   4 MHz nom.
 Number of channels       10 max. (user programmable)
 Sub-carrier sideband
 level                    -28 dBc, +/- 2 dB
 Environmental
 Temperature Range        -30°C - +70°C
 Humidity                 90% (non-condensing)


                                                                           Transmitter & Camera

Battery Type              Part Number         Transmitter Only   Camera 9V@153mA       Camera 12V@120mA
9 AA Alkaline Pack        4045131             6 hours            3.3 hours             3.6 hours
(External)
9 AA Lithium              4045132             9 hours            5 hours                5.5 hours
(External)
9 AA NiMH                 4045130             7 hours            4 hours                4.3 hours
Rechargeable
(External)
4 AA
(Internal)
4 AA Lithium
(Internal




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 CONNECTORS
                                MATING CONNECTORS

                                   Lemo Male Part # (FFS.01.250.DLAE31)
                                   DTC Male Part # (8570003)




                                   Hirose Part # HR10A-7P-6P (02)
                                   DTC Part # 954020




                                 Standard Male SMA connector




                                MICROPHONE CONNECTORS
                                Two connectors accommodate two microphone inputs. Each connector has two
                                contacts and provides power to the microphone as well as connecting the audio
 Microphone Connectors          signal into the transmitter. The audio sub-carriers are activated by the presence of the
                                microphone. If a microphone is removed, that sub-carrier is removed from the
                                transmit signal. Turning off the unused sub-carrier saves power and improves picture
                                quality.


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ANTENNAS
A standard SMA connector is used as the antenna connector on both the VBS/VBL-               CONNECTIONS
250. Refer to a list of DTC antennas available beginning on page 18.

    TIP: You may use the VBS/VBL series transmitters with other manufacturers          Antenna Connector
    antennas. Verify that they are suited for the band you are operating in.

    WARNING: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper use
    of antennas.

CHASSIS MOUNTED POWER ON/OFF SWITCH                                                        Channel Select
A slide switch is provided for local control of power ON and OFF. Green dot is ON,
Red dot is OFF.                                                                                                On/OFF
                                                                                                               Switch
    NOTE: REMOTE ON overrides the chassis mounted OFF switch. (i.e. When the
    chassis mounted power switch is set to OFF, REMOTE ON can be used to turn
    the transmitter ON.)

CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH
Select a transmission channel by using the rotary switch located on the front surface of
the transmitter. Use a screwdriver to rotate the switch to the desired channel number.

MULTI I/O CONNECTOR
The multi I/O (6-pin Multi I/O) connector is mainly used as the video and external          Multi I/O Connector
power input connector. It also provides access to many transmitter functions, such as:
•    Programming the device
•    Video in                           Pin 6: Video in
•    Power in                                                     Pin 1: Ground
•    Remote on                  Pin 5: RS-232 in                  Pin 2: Ext power
•    Camera power
                                                                  input 9-16VDC      NOTE: Same as supply voltage. Do
                                 Pin 4: Remote on,                                     not exceed 200mA.
                                                              Pin 3: Camera
                                 switched to ground           Power Output
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                                                                     The basic VBS/VBL-250 configuration
 EXTERNAL CAMERA POWER                                               consists of the video transmitter, Vidi-Wire
                                                                     Antenna, and DTC cable part number
                       FRONT PATCH
                         ANTENNA                                     4045170-024. This cable is connected to the
                                                                     multi I/O port of the transmitter, and is
                                                                     configured to supply:
         BACK PATCH
          ANTENNA
                                                                     •   The video signal from the camera to the
                                                                         transmitter.
                                                                     •   Power to the transmitter through the
                                                                         internal battery pack.
                                 CAMERA
                                                        +
                                                        -
                      SPLITTER



                                                  MICROPHONE


                                                        MICROPHONE




                                                                         NOTE: You will need external camera
                                                                         power if voltage to the transmitter is not
                                                                         compatible with your camera’s operating
                                          TRANSMITTER                    voltage, and/or you need greater battery
                                                                         life, and/or your camera draws more than
                                                                         200mA.



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The basic VBS/VBL-250 configuration consists
of the video transmitter, Vidi-Wire Antenna, and
                                                   TRANSMITTER AND CAMERA (INT)
DTC cable part number 4045194-024. This
cable is connected to the multi I/O port of the
                                                                    FRONT PATCH
transmitter, and is configured to supply:                           ANTENNA


•   The video signal from the camera to the
                                                       BACK PATCH
    transmitter.                                       ANTENNA
•   Power to the transmitter and camera
    through the internal battery pack.
                                                                                        MICROPHONES

                                                                            CAMERA


                                                       SPLITTER




                                                                                     TRANSMITTER




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     EXTERNAL TRANSMITTER POWER                                       The VMS/VML-250 configuration, which uses
                                                                      the loop through power source for the camera,
                                                                      consists of the video transmitter and DTC cable
                                                                      part number 4045189-024 . This cable is
                                                                      connected to the multi I/O port of the transmit-
                                                                      ter.
                                                                      It is configured to supply:
                                                                      •     The video signal to the transmitter
                                                                            from the camera.
                                                         CAMERA       •     Power to the transmitter through a
                                                                            molex connector that can be easily
                                                                            connected to DTC’s battery packs.
             STRIPPED AND
                                                                      •     Power to the camera through a
             TINNED LEADS                                                   molex connector that can easily be
             STANDARD
                                                                            connected to DTC’s optional
                                                                            cameras.

                                                                      A   4045131 (AA non-rechargeable)
                   C
                                POWER SOURCE
                                for transmitter only,
                                       9-16 V.                        B    4045177( D-Cell battery pack)
                                                                           Alkaline

                                               ANTENNA                C    4045130 (AA rechargeable)
                         B                                                 MiMH


              OPTIONAL
              BATTERY
              PACKS               A
                                                        TRANSMITTER



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                                       ADDING REMOTE ON FUNCTION TO BASIC
This configuration consists of the video transmitter,                 FRONT PATCH
                                                                      ANTENNA
Vidi-Wire antenna, and DTC cable part number
4045192-024. This cable is connected to the multi/
IO port of the transmitter, and is configured to        BACK PATCH
                                                        ANTENNA
supply:
•    The video signal from the camera to the
     transmitter.
                                                                                              MICROPHONES
•    Power to the transmitter and camera through
     the internal battery pack.                                                  CAMERA
•    Remote on function through a hard wired
     switch or remote Key FOB transmitter. This         SPLITTER

     remote on function overrides the OFF switch
     located on the transmitter chassis.
                                                                                                    HARD WIRED
                                                                                                      SWITCH
                                                                                                           STRIPPED AND
                                                                                                           TINNED LEADS
                                                                                                           STANDARD




                                                                                                      KEY FOB
    NOTE: You will need external camera power if                                                      SWITCH
    voltage to the transmitter is not compatible                                                     RECEIVER
    with camera’s operating voltage, and/or you
    need greater battery life, and/or your camera                  TRANSMITTER
    draws more than 200mA.
                                                                                                     KEY FOB
                                                                                                     SWITCH
                                                                                                   TRANSMITTER




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 ACCESSORIES                    Part Number                Description
                                1088185                    Vidi Vest™

                                The VidiVest™ is designed to be used in conjunction with
                                DTC’s body worn video transmitter. The vest supplies
                                compartments for the video transmitter, associated wiring,
                                antenna system (i.e. VidiWire™), microphones, and a button
                                camera. The garment is ventilated for comfort and can be
                                adjusted with velcro straps at the waist and shoulders. The
                                vest is intended to be worn as an undergarment with a loose
                                fitting shirt or other garment over the vest.




                                4045181                    Camera with 3-pin connector
                                                           Assembly

                                This camera is a high-resolution color CCD type, which has
                                been modified to look like a shirt button. This allows for easy
                                concealment through a regular button hole.

                                4045192-024                VidiVest cable harness

                                This cable harness connects all of the components, such as,
                                the transmitter, battery packs, microphones, and VidiWire
                                antenna system.



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Part Number              Description                                                             COMPONENTS
VW-ANT-2-SMA             VidiWire antenna system 2.4-2.5 GHz
VW-ANT-1-SMA             VidiWire antenna system 1.7-1.9 GHz

The VidiWire™ antenna system was specifically designed for video transmission
from on-body transmitters. This DTC Proprietary system provides the best
possible omnidirectional video transmission from a body-worn system. The
system is composed of three parts: two special patch-type antennas, and a
phasing module.

    WARNING: VidiWire Antennas are housed in a milled aluminum cover which
    shields the wearer from RF energy. Make sure the antennas radiating side is
                                                                                  Specifications
    directed away from the body.
                                                                                  Type                           DTC proprietary
                                                                                                                 VidiWire™ design
    WARNING: Do not use the VidiWire antenna system on the body with any
                                                                                  Polarization                   Dual Polarized
    transmitter outputting more than 250mW of RF energy.
                                                                                  Peak Gain                      Pseudo-Isotropic
                                                                                  Horizontal Beamwidth           Omnidirectional
                                                                                  Vertical Beamwidth             Omnidirectional
    WARNING: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper
                                                                                  Nominal Impedance              50 Ohms
    use of antennas.
                                                                                  Groundplane Requirements       Not applicable
                                                                                  Size           Antennas:       2.0” W x 2.0” H x 0.25” D
                                                                                                                 (51 mm x 51 mm x 6.35 mm)
                                                                                                 Phasing Unit    2.0” W x 1.5” H x 0.25” D
                                                                                                                 (51mm x 38mm x 6.35mm)

                                                                                  Net Weight                     6oz
                                                                                  VW-ANT-2-SMA           2.4 to 2.5 GHz SMA male connector
                                                                                  VW-ANT-2-TNC           2.4 to 2.5 GHz TNC male connector
                                                                                  VW-ANT-1-SMA           1.7 to 1.9 GHz SMA male connector




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         ACCESSORIES            Part Number   Description
                                4045170-024   Video In, 24”standard.
                                              Video In: Multi I/O to RCA(M) with BNC
                                              adaptor. (YELLOW)



                                4045193-024   Video In/Remote On, 24”standard.
                                              Video In: Multi I/O to RCA(M) with BNC
                                              adaptor. (YELLOW)
                                              Remote On: 24 AWG wire with a molex
                                              connector and stripped and tinned leads. (GREEN)




                                4045189-024   Video In/EXT Power/Camera Power cable, 24”standard.

                                              Video In: Multi I/O to RCA(M) with BNC
                                              adaptor. (YELLOW)
                                              Ext. Power: 24 AWG wire with a molex connector
                                              and stripped and tinned leads. (RED)
                                              Camera Power:24 AWG wire with a molex
                                              connector and stripped and tinned leads.(GRAY)



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Part Number   Description
                                                                    ACCESSORIES
4045194-024   Video In/Camera Power, 24”standard.
              Video In: Multi I/O to RCA(M) with BNC
              adaptor. (YELLOW)
              Camera Power: 24 AWG wire with a molex
              connector and stripped and tinned leads. (GRAY)




4045192-024   Video In/Camera Power/Remote On, 24”standard.
              Video In: Multi I/O to RCA(M) with BNC
              adaptor. (YELLOW)
              Camera Power: 24 AWG wire with a molex
              connector and stripped and tinned leads.(GRAY)
              Remote On: 24 AWG wire with a molex
              connector and stripped and tinned leads. (GREEN)




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    ANTENNAS                                 Part Number               Description
                                             VDAR-1                    Single 5 dBic “Hybrid-Patch”™ Antenna with mounting

                                                                       options.
                                                                       Connector: TNC Female on chassis

                                             The VDAR video antennas are designed to operate with traditional single video
                                             receivers and multiple antenna configurations for diversity receivers. The antenna
                                             uses the DTC Hybrid-Patch system to ensure high purity circular polarization. This
                                             ensures the highest possible performance in video reception, especially in
                                             diversity systems. It is available in three different bands. Reversible and adjust-
                                             able suction cup mounts come standard for quick and easy installation on the
Specifications                               inside or outside of window or other hard, smooth surfaces.
Type                   Three Hybrid Patch™
                       elements
Polarization           RHCP
                                                                                 VDAR-1
Peak Gain              5dBic
Horizontal Beamwidth   90°
Vertical Beamwidth     90°
Nominal Impedance      50 Ohms
Groundplane Req.       Built-in
Size                   6.6” H x 6.6” W
                       (167mm x 167 mm)
Weight                 12 Oz. (34g)
DTC Part Number        Frequency Range
7011156-1              1700 to 1850 MHz
7011156-3              1990 to 2110 MHz
                                                 WARNING: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper
7011156-2              2400 to 2500 MHz
                                                 use of antennas.


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Part Number               Description                                                                  ANTENNAS
QHA-4                     Quadrifilar Helix Antenna with Ring-Hybrid feed
                          Connector: TNC Female
                          Must be used with SMA to TNC antenna cable
                          (4045174-006).

The QHA family of antennas was developed to provide a compact solution for
pattern-tailored circularly polarized antennas. This rugged antenna is omnidirec-
tional when the antenna is vertical. The pattern is slightly elevated to allow
overhead coverage. The base of the antenna includes a special flat with #10-32
threaded hole, 0.25-in. deep for mounting. It is available in both RHCP and
LHCP versions.                                                                      Specifications
                                     QHA-4
                                                                                    Type                   Quadrifilar Helix with
                                                                                                           Ring-hybrid feed
                                                                                    Polarization           Circular
                                                                                    Peak Gain              4dBiC at 24° above
                                                                                                                        horizon
                                                                                    Horizontal Beamwidth   Omnidirectional
                                                                                    Vertical Beamwidth     46°
                                                                                    Nominal Impedance      50 Ohms
                                                                                    Groundplane req.       Not Required
                                                                                    Size                   8.0” L x 1.25” dia
                                                                                                           (203 mm x 32 mm dia)
                                                                                    Weight                 3.7 oz. (105 g)
                                                                                    DTC Part Number        Frequency Range
                                                                                    QHA-4-2-R              2.4 to 2.5 GHz, RHCP
                                                                                    QHA-4-2-L              2.4 to 2.5 GHz, Lhcp


    WARNING: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper
    use of antennas.
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   ANTENNAS                                          Part Number               Description
                                                     ANT-5-PIG                  5 dBi Patch Antenna Connector: SMA or TNC Male on
                                                                                18" coax. “pigtail”.

                                                     DTC has developed a series of circularly polarized patch antennas for use in the
                                                     2.0 to 2.5 GHz indoor and short term outdoor installations. The ANT-5-P is a 5dbi
                                                     gain, 90 degree wide beamwidth, antenna, mounted on a 0.125 in. thick alumi-
                                                     num plate. Typical uses include disguised transmitters and vehicular-mounted
                                                     transmitter antennas and in a variety of receive applications.




Specifications
Type                   Patch antenna with integral
                       ring hybrid
                                                                                        Ant-5P
Polarization           RHCP
Peak Gain              5dBic
Horizontal Beamwidth   90°
Vertical Beamwidth     90°
Nominal Impedance      50 Ohms
Groundplane Req.       Built-in
Size                   4.0” W x 4.0” H X 0.625” D
                       (102mm x 102mm x 16mm)
Weight                 6.4 Oz. (180 g)
DTC Part Number        Frequency Range
ANT-5-P-SMA            2.0 to 2.5 Ghz with SMA
                       male connector
ANT-5-P-TNC            2.0 to 2.5 Ghz with TNC
                       with male connector

                                                         WARNING: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper
                                                         use of antennas.
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Part Number                Description
                                                                                                        ANTENNAS
ANT-10                     9dBic Wideband Panel Connector: TNC Female

DTC has developed a series of circularly polarized panel antennas for use in
wideband transmit and receive applications from 1.7 to 2.7 GHz. The ANT-10-R
is a very wide bandwidth, unidirectional log-spiral array. This antenna has
useful gain, with some sidelobe variation, to 4 GHz. It can be mounted to a wall
or swivel mounted with the MAF-1 grip on two surfaces, via two pairs of “1/4-20”
tapped holes located in the rear center and the bottom center of the aluminum
housing. The front of the antenna is a radome made of a polycarbonate
material. The antenna is suitable for indoor and short-term outdoor use. It must
be protected for extended outdoor use and installations since it is not water-
                                                                                   Specifications
                                 Ant-10                                            Type                   Log-spiral slot array, absorber
                                                                                                          loaded
                                                                                   Polarization           RHCP
                                                                                   Peak Gain              9dBic
                                                                                   Horizontal Beamwidth   30°at 2.0 GHz
                                                                                   Vertical Beamwidth     30°at 2.0 GHz
                                                                                   Nominal Impedance      50 Ohms
                                                                                   Groundplane Req.       Not required
                                                                                   Size                   9” W x 9” H x 1.2” D
                                                                                                          (227mm x 227 mm x 30 mm)

                                                                                   Weight                 1.7 lb. (750g)
                                                                                   DTC Part Number        Frequency Range
                                                                                   4044411                1.7 to 2.7 GHz; RHCP
                                                                                   7011142                1.7 to 2.7 GHz; RHCP with
                                                                                                          MAF - 1 grip included




    WARNING: Refer to Appendix A of this manual for information on the proper
    use of antennas.                                                                                                                        23
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                                Introduction
     PROGRAMMING                DTC has built in a lot of flexibility in the programming options you have on the VBL
                                and VBS series transmitters. You can choose to use some, all or none of this
                                flexibility.

                                When you order a VBL or VBS transmitter, DTC will factory program your frequen-
                                cies at no additional charge to you. You may want to place a sticker over the
                                rotary switch on the chassis, so users in the field don’t attempt to change frequen-
                                cies. This is often the best path for state and local agencies with limited frequen-
                                cies available to them.

                                DTC will also provide you with free software and a free programming cable,
                                enabling you to change your video frequencies and their associated audio sub-
                                carriers. This is ideal if you often work with other agencies, or anticipate the
                                equipment being used by a multi-jurisdictional task force. You can program up to
                                ten channel settings per unit. In general, this allows you to program most varia-
                                tions you might encounter in the field at the depot level.

                                As a practical matter, your VBL or VBS transmitter’s video frequencies and audio
                                sub-carriers will be dictated by the frequency and sub-carriers(s) of your receiver
                                and/or repeater. In many cases, these devices are crystal controlled or have few
                                channel options.


                                    TIP: Make sure that you program your transmitter to match the frequencies
                                    and audio sub-carriers or your receiver, and test the components as a
                                    system prior to going into the field!




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Installing DTC Universal Programming Software on your PC
                                                                              PROGRAMMING
     NOTE: Uninstall any previous versions by going to Add/Remove Programs,
      clicking on DTC Universal Programming, and clicking on uninstall.

1    Click on Start, click on run.

2    Click on the Browse button.

3    Click on or find your CD drive.

4    Install the JAVA Runtime Environment Application first (CD provided).

5    Follow the install wizard screens.

6    Install the Universal Programming software next (floppy provided).

7    Click on Start, click on run.

8    Click on the Browse Button.

9    Click on your floppy drive.

10   Double click on the setup.

11   Follow the install wizard screens.

         Your programming software is installed.




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 PROGRAMMING
                                      1   Make sure the video transmitter ON/OFFswitch is set to OFF. The red dot is
                                          OFF.
                                      2   Make sure the transmitter has an antenna installed into the antenna connec-
     SERIAL PORT OF                       tor prior to programming.
     COMPUTER          4              3   Install the programming cable into the Multi I/O connector on the transmitter.
     COM1 OR COM2                     4   Plug the serial cable of the programming cable
                                          into the COM1 or COM2 port of your computer.
                                      5   Turn the transmitter switch to ON. The green dot
                                          is ON.
                                      6   Select Start, programs, DTC communications on
                                          your computer.
                                  3   7   The system allows you to select device COM1 or
                                                                                                                   6
                                          COM2, depending on which serial port you are
                2                         connected to.
                                      8   Follow the instruc-
                                          tions on the DTC
                                          Universal Program-
                                                                                                                 7
                                          ming screens to
                                          begin the download
                                          process.

                                                                                                        8

                       5          1




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                                                                                   PROGRAMMING
9  Click on the “Tx Channel” tab in the programmer screen.                    9
10 Select a channel and click on the Edit Channel button to change settings.                                  13
11 Enter your new frequency and settings.
12 To change any of the MIC-2 or MIC-1 settings, click on the settings provided,
   then click OK.
13 Click on the Upload button to upload your new settings to the transmitter.
                                                                                                              10
Your new settings have been installed.


                                                        11




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 APPENDIX A                     Using Antennas with the VBS/VBL-250 Video Transmitter
                                Bodyworn applications:

                                When the VBS/VBL-250 video transmitter is to be worn on the body, only the DTC
                                VidiWire antenna system should be used. This antenna has been extensively
                                tested and found to be safe when used as directed. The antennas used in the
                                VidiWire system are clearly labeled as to which side of the antenna should be
                                placed against the body. These directions must be observed to insure safe and
                                effective operation.


                                Non-portable applications:

                                In fixed location applications any suitable antenna may be used. However, to
                                insure safe operation, it is imperative that proper spacing be maintained between
                                the radiating surface of the antenna and any persons body. The required spacing
                                depends on the RF output power of the transmitter and the gain of the antenna
                                being used. The chart below shows the correct minimum spacing for antennas
                                used with the VBS/VBL-250 transmitters. If the gain of the antenna is unknown,
                                contact the manufacturer of the antenna for this information. To insure that proper
                                spacing is maintained, locate the transmitter or arrange physical barriers in such
                                away that people are prevented from approaching too closely.




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Using Antennas with the VBS/VBL-250 Video Transmitter                                                                 APPENDIX A

                                           Minimum Allowable Spacing Between the Antenna and the Human Body
                                                            (VBS/VBL-250 Video Transmitter)


                                  40



                                  35



                                  30
       Minimum Spacing (inches)




                                  25



                                  20



                                  15



                                  10



                                   5



                                   0
                                       0    5                    10                       15                  20         25
                                                                      Antenna Gain (dB)




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