Users Manual Part One

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Users Manual

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INTEGRATOR'S GUIDE




  Trimble TDL 450i
         ®


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                                                                                    Integrated Technologies
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Contact Information                                                                       Communications Commission rules.
Trimble Navigation Limited                                                                Canada
Integrated Technologies                                                                   This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
510 DeGuigne Drive                                                                        from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Sunnyvale, CA 94085                                                                       Department of Communications.
USA                                                                                       Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
                                                                                          limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement
1-408-481-8070 Phone                                                                      sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du
1-800-795-1001 (USA toll free)                                                            Canada.
1-408-481-8982 Fax
www.trimble.com                                                                           Europe
                                                                                          This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class
Support hours are 8 am to 5 pm Pacific Time. Please visit our website for up-to-date      B device pursuant to European Council Directive 1999/5/EC on R&TTE,
news and product announcements. Firmware and software upgrades are available              thereby satisfying the requirements for CE Marking and sale within the
from our website, usually free of charge.                                                 European Economic Area (EEA). These requirements are designed to
                                                                                          provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
Legal notices                                                                             equipment is operated in a residential or commercial environment, and
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registered in the United States and in other countries. TRIMMARK and TRIMTALK
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respective owners.                                                                        sale within Australia and New Zealand.
                                                                                          Notice to Our European Union Customers
Warranty
                                                                                          For product recycling instructions and more information, please go to
One-Year limited warranty                                                                 www.trimble.com/ev.shtml.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which       Recycling in Europe: To recycle Trimble WEEE (Waste Electrical and
vary from state to state or area to area.                                                 Electronic Equipment, products that run on electrical power.), Call +31
Trimble warrants TDL family products, inclusive of cables and batteries, against          497 53 24 30, and ask for the “WEEE Associate”. Or, mail a request for
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from receipt by the         recycling instructions to:
end-user.                                                                                 Trimble Europe BV
Exclusions                                                                                c/o Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Should Trimble be unable to repair or replace the product within a reasonable             Meerheide 45
amount of time, a refund of the purchase price may be given upon return of the            5521 DZ Eersel, NL
product.
The warranty on your radio shall not apply to defects resulting from:
• Improper or inadequate maintenance by the customer
• Unauthorized modification, negligence, or misuse
• Operation outside of the environment specifications
Warranty limitations
This warranty set forth above is exclusive and no other warranty, whether written or
oral, is expressed or implied. Trimble specifically disclaims the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Notices
Class B Statement – Notice to Users. This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or Trimble directly for help.
Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant
of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal




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Safety Information
                    Before you use your radio, ensure that you have read and understood this publication, as well as safety
                    requirements.

                    CAUTION – A license is required before operating radio communication equipment.




    Warnings and cautions
                    An absence of specific alerts does not mean that there are no safety risks involved.
                    Always follow the instructions that accompany a Warning or Caution. The information they provide is
                    intended to minimize the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment. In particular, observe
                    safety instructions that are presented in the following formats:

                    WARNING – A Warning alerts you to a likely risk of serious injury to your person and/or damage to the
                    equipment. A warning identifies the nature of the risk and the extent of possible injury and/or damage. It also
                    describes how to protect yourself and/or the equipment from this risk. Warnings that appear in the text are
                    repeated at the front of the manual.

                    CAUTION – A Caution alerts you to a possible risk of damage to the equipment and/or loss of data. A Caution
                    describes how to protect the equipment and/or data from this




    Exposure to radio frequency energy
                    The radio is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines
                    regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy, in addition to protection
                    against harmful interference of neighboring electrical equipment:
                    • FCC Report and Order FCC 96-326 (August, 1996)
                    • American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992)
                    • National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement (NCRP - 1986)
                    • International Commission on Non-ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNRP - 1986)
                    • European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC)
                    • FCC CFR47 Part 15
                    • FCC CFR47 Part 90
                    • Industry Canada RSS 119
                    • ETSI EN 300 113-2
                    • ETSI EN 300 489
                    • ACA AS/NZS 4295
                    • iDA Spec 111
                    • OFTA STD-1E
                    • RRC CMII
                    Contact your sales representative for model specific country approval.
                    To assure optimal radio performance and to ensure that exposure to RF energy is within the guidelines in
                    the above standards, observe the following operating procedures:
                    • Do not operate a transceiver when someone is within the distance noted below of the antenna (unity
                      gain).
                      – 45 cm (approximately 12 in) for the TDL 450i/




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                        – 15 cm (approximately 6 in) for the TDL 450i radio @ 1 W
                    • Do not operate the transceiver unless all RF connectors are secure and any open connectors are properly
                      terminated.
                    • Avoid contact with the antenna while operating the transceiver.
                    • Do not operate the transceiver with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in contact with
                      the skin, a minor burn may result.
                    • Do not operate the equipment near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
                    CAUTION – Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC could void the user’s authority to
                    operate the equipment.




    FCC Rules and Regulations
            Licensing requirements
                    It is the responsibility of the owner to comply with applicable rules and regulations concerning the
                    operation of a radio transmitter. In the United States, the FCC regulates the licensing of this equipment.
                    Application for a license is made by submitting FCC Form 600 along with evidence of frequency
                    coordination (if required) and applicable fees. Similar licensing requirements exist worldwide. Penalties for
                    broadcasting without a license can be severe, and may include the confiscation of your radio.
                    For more information, contact our customer service department.

                    WARNING – Always obey local licensing requirements and restrictions. It is illegal to transmit in the United
                    States while CSMA is turned off. CSMA is not required within the European Union and should be turned off.


            Equipment compliances
                    The radios have been tested and found to comply with Parts 15 and 90 of Title 47 of the Code of Federal
                    Regulations. They have also been tested and found compliant for type certification and approval in many
                    other countries worldwide.
                    For more information concerning our worldwide compliances, contact customer support.

            Being part of the RF community
                    Operation of a licensed radio product makes you a member of the RF community. Be aware that virtually all
                    frequencies licensed are provided on a shared basis with other users. Each frequency dedicated specifically
                    to RTK surveying activities has certain restrictions and limitations. For complete information, refer to the
                    appropriate documentation from the licensing agency in your country of operation, e.g., Part 90, Title 47, of
                    the Code of Federal Regulations.
                    Most frequencies sharing data transmissions and voice transmissions give priority to voice users. Be
                    mindful of the persistent nature of a GPS RTK data transmission and always limit your RF transmission
                    output power when performing close-in survey situations to avoid interference with co-channel users.
                    Trimble recommends using the low RF power setting for construction site and other line-of-site surveys
                    with baselines less than two miles (depending on terrain).

                    WARNING – If you are in conflict with a co-channel user, select another frequency to avoid formal actions
                    by government agencies. In most cases, you are required to vacate a frequency upon complaint by a shared
                    channel voice user.

                    Most survey operations are itinerant in that the system is moved on a frequent basis. For fixed system


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                    installations, you should not use frequencies set aside for itinerant operations, but should coordinate a
                    frequency based on the fixed area operation.
                    Regulations differ from country to country, please be aware of the local regulations before using radio
                    equipment.

            Automatic station identification
                    For operation in the United States, the FCC requires that radio transmitters broadcast a station identifier
                    every 15 minutes. The station identifier is the call sign assigned to you on the station license.
                    The radios support the broadcast of station identification in a manner that meets the requirements of
                    the FCC. Upon receipt of equipment, use the XDLCONF software to program your FCC call sign into the
                    configuration of the radio. This is only required for transmitters.
                    The call sign is transmitted every 15 minutes in Morse code. It is not included in any data packet and so is
                    not processed by the receiving radio. However, data transmission is interrupted for a few seconds while the
                    call sign is being transmitted. If you leave the Call sign field blank (on the XDLCONF Identification screen),
                    the radio programmed with this configuration file will not transmit any call sign.

                    WARNING – Failure to transmit your station identification is in violation of FCC regulations. If you are
                    operating outside the United States, check with the local authorities if you need to transmit a call sign.


            Carrier Sense Multiple Access (CSMA)
                    CSMA is a technology implemented in the radios to meet the United States Federal Communication
                    Commission (FCC) transmitter requirements. It is illegal to transmit on any UHF radio within the United
                    States without CSMA enabled. CSMA holds off the radio transmission if the frequency is currently being
                    used by a co-channel user. On occasion, you may note that the radio broadcasts stop for short periods of
                    time. Most often, this is a case of co-channel interference and the radio is holding off broadcasts due to the
                    FCC-mandated CSMA.

                    Note – You should turn CSMA off when transmitting within the European Union.
                    GPS RTK equipment is designed to function with intermittent gaps in the data. Heavy co-channel use may
                    limit the ability of the radio to transmit the required information. In areas of heavy co-channel usage, try
                    changing channels to a less used frequency.




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Contents
                Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
                Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
                Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
                   Interface Port Pin Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
                       TX and RX Pins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
                       Antenna Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
                   Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
                   Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
                Protocols and Modes of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
                Electrical Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
                   Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
                       CMOS Input/Output Protection Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
                   Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
                   Shielding Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
                   Frequency Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
                Mechanical Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
                   EMI interferers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
                   Shock and Vibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
                   Thermal Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
                   Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                Service and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                   Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                   Phone/Internet Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                   One-Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
                   Exclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                       Warranty Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                Appendix A - Mounting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                   Standard Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
                Appendix B - Cables and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
                   Value-Added Cable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
                   Interface Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
                   RF Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
                Appendix C - Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
                Appendix D – API Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21




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Introduction
                    This guide provides information concerning the integration of the TDL 450i radio modem transceiver into
                    your product (Model Numbers XDLM-0, XDLM-1 and XDLM-2). This guide should be used in conjunction
                    with the XDLCONF User’s Guide – Dealer Version that should be referenced for general information
                    concerning the configuration of TDL 450i modems, and also for detailed programming information.


                    The TDL 450i is a general-purpose radio modem transceiver that is compatible with TRIMMARK radios,
                    the Advanced Data Link (ADL) and the Positioning Data Link (PDL) product families of radio modems. The
                    TDL 450i transceiver is designed specifically for integration into existing or new products. Its small size,
                    light weight and power efficient operation provide superior performance in embedded systems.




Getting Started
                    Caution: TDL 450i transceiver must be handled with care during installation. Remove the transceiver from its
                    protective bag only in an ESD safe area.


                    To set up the hardware components, follow these steps:
                               1.   Plug the TDL 450i transceiver into an I/O-test board’s 20-pin connector
                               2.   Attach an antenna cable to the TDL 450i transceiver
                               3.   Attach a PC interface cable to a 9-pin UART connector on the I/O-test board
                               4.   Attach the PC interface cable to a serial port on your PC
                               5.   Attach a wall cable to the AC/DC adapter and select the proper plug from the adapter kit
                               6.   Attach the AD/DC adapter’s tubular plug to the power jack on the I/O-test board
                               7.   Plug in an XDLCONF or XDLCONF (Dealer’s Version) USB key on your PC
                               8.   Download and install the latest Sentinel driver for the USB key from http://www.safenet-inc.
                                    com/support/tech/latestdriver.asp
                               9.   Launch XDLCONF and refer to its user guide for instructions on connecting to the TDL 450i
                                    transceiver




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                                                     TDL 450i in Test Board




    Interface Port Pin Out
                    The standard TDL 450i transceiver comprises a 30-pin port for power, data and interfacing with other
                    electronic devices.




                                                    30 Pin TDL 450i Board

                    The following signals are available on the 30-pin connector:


 Pin           Name                Description
 1             GND                 GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 2             DO NOT USE          FACTORY USE ONLY, NO CONNECTION
 3             TX                  TX DATA, DTE SERIAL PORT, 3V CMOS (3.3V COMPATIBLE)
 4             DO NOT USE          FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE NO CONNECTION
 5             GND                 GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 6             DO NOT USE          FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION



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 Pin          Name                 Description
 7            GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 8            DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
 9            GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 10           DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
                                   I/O TO FORCE RADIO SWITCH BETWEEN OPERATING MODE AND
 11           CONFIG
                                   CONFIGURATION MODE
 12           DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
 13           DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
 14           RX                   RX DATA, DTE SERIAL PORT, 3V CMOS (3.3V COMPATIBLE)
 15           DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
 16           DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
 17           DO NOT USE           FACTORY USE ONLY, PLEASE LEAVE NO CONNECTION
 18           VCC                  POWER IN
 19           GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 20           GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 21           GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 22           GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER
 23           VCC                  POWER IN
 24           VCC                  POWER IN
 25           VCC                  POWER IN
 26           VCC                  POWER IN
 27           VCC                  POWER IN
 28           VCC                  POWER IN
 29           POWER                POWER DOWN RADIO
 30           GND                  GROUND FOR SIGNAL AND POWER



        TX and RX Pins
                     Pin 3 is used by the TDL 450i module to received data from an external device (a PC, GPS receiver,
                     weather sensor, etc). Pin 14 is used to transmit data to the external device. The external device is
                     transmitting data to the TDL 450i on Pin 3, so according to the DTE naming convention, Pin 3 is
                     called the “TX Data” pin. The external device receives data from the TDL 450i’s Pin 14 so this is called
                     the “RX Data” pin.




                                                       Pin Orientation



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        Antenna Port
                     A coaxial antenna port is provided for connecting the antenna system to the TDL 450i transceiver.
                     The antenna connector is a 50-Ohm MMCX type. Appendix B provides part numbers and
                     manufacturer information for compatible interface and RF connectors. Pacific Crest also provides
                     custom manufactured cables designed to your specific needs. Contact us for a quotation for your
                     specific cabling requirements.

                               Warning: Don’t transmit without first connecting an antenna.




    Compliance
                    The TDL 450i transceiver radio modem is designed to be compliant with worldwide regulatory
                    requirements, including FCC part 90, ETS 300-113-2, IC RSS 119 and others.


                    Warning: The TDL 450i transceiver is classified as an intentional radiator of type radio transceiver.
                    Conducted and radiated emissions of the standard TDL 450i transceiver do not exceed the requirements
                    of FCC part 90 and ETS 300-113-2. OEM is responsible for full compliance of final product.




    Compatibility
                    The TDL 450i transceiver is compatible with most modes of operation supported by the TDL, ADL
                    and PDL product families of radio modems. See the Protocols and Modes of Operation section for an
                    overview of the protocols and modes that are supported with the TDL 450i transceiver radio modem.
                    The compatibility also extends to XDLCONF software configuration program and the ADL Test
                    application that are supplied as part of the TDL 450i Developer’s Kit.




Protocols and Modes of Operation
                    The TDL 450i transceiver radio modem is completely configurable using XDLCONF software.
                    Configuration parameters define the DTE interface and the over-the-air protocol. Depending on the
                    application you may need to change the factory default settings. The following table shows the factory
                    default configuration of the TDL 450i transceiver.


                                   Parameter                   Default
                                   Channel                     1
                                   Baud Rate                   38400
                                   Parity                      None
                                   Soft Break Disable          Off
                                   TX Power                    0.5 W
                                   Mode                        Transparent EOT Timeout


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                                  Parameter                    Default
                                  Link Rate                    9600 bps GMSK
                                  EOT                          50 ms
                                  Repeater Delay               0
                                  CSMA                         On*
                                  FEC                          On
                                  Scrambling                   On
                                  Sensitivity                  High
                                  Local Address                0
                                  Destination Address          255

             *CSMA is required to be on only inside the United States. You should turn CSMA off in EU countries.

                                                TDL 450i Factory Default Settings


                   Up to 32 frequencies are stored in the configuration memory called the channel table. The selection of
                   channel is subject to proper licensing of the corresponding frequencies by the appropriate governmental
                   agency. Please refer to the XDLCONF User’s Guide for instructions in creating and uploading channel tables
                   into the TDL 450i transceiver modem.
                   The TDL 450i transceiver modem supports multiple protocols and modes of operation including:•
                   •   Transparent with EOT Timeout
                   •   Transparent with EOT Character
                   •   TRIMTALK™ 450S
                   •   TRIMTALK II/IIE
                   •   TT450S (HW)
                   •   TRIMMARK™ 3
                   •   SATEL®
                   •   Transparent FST

                   Refer to the XDLCONF User’s Guide for a detailed description.




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Electrical Considerations

    Power Supply
                    The TDL 450i transceiver has a power supply connection on Pin 18 and Pins 23 to 28 of the interface
                    connector. Pins 1, 5,7, 9,30 and Pins 19 to 22 are connections to both power ground and serial interface
                    signal grounds. Note that these pins are tied to a common point on the TDL 450i transceiver. If there is a
                    potential for a ground path current loop due to improper power application, we recommend a fusible link
                    be inserted in the signal ground to protect the TDL 450i transceiver.
                    TDL 450i transceiver modems are designed to operate with unregulated DC voltage levels between 3.6 and
                    4VDC. The power supply must be capable of sourcing 2A.



                    Data Interface
                    TDL 450i transceiver provides one data port, which has a simple 3-wire CMOS electrical interface with
                    signals for transmitting data to and receiving data from the TDL 450i transceiver, and for providing a
                    reference ground for the TX (Pin 3) and RX (Pin 14) signals.

                    Note: We define TX and RX as a DTE port. In other words, an external device transmits data to the radio
                    modem’s TX pin (Pin 3) and receives data from the radio modem’s RX pin (Pin 14).




        CMOS Input/Output Protection Circuitry
                    The TX signal terminates into a CMOS input port on the TDL 450i transceiver and should be driven
                    externally or pulled to ground through a 10 kΩ resistor. The absolute maximum voltage applied to the TX
                    signal is -0.3 V to 3.3 V.


                    The signals are CMOS outputs. Note that loading the RX signals increases the power consumption of the
                    TDL 450i transceiver and these should be limited to no more than 2.5 mA each to maintain performance
                    across the temperature range.


                    Caution: Internal circuitry protects the inputs and outputs against damage caused by high static voltages or
                    electric fields; however, normal precautions are necessary to avoid application of any voltage higher than the
                    maximum-rated voltages.




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    Error Codes
                    The TDL 450i transceiver performs a variety of power-up and run-time tests to assure optimal operation.
                    Tests include environmental as well as electrical measurements designed to avoid damage to the unit while
                    maintaining adequate operation.
                    A 50Ω impedance coaxial MMCX style RF connector is provided for attachment to an external antenna
                    system. The MMCX connector offers a positive friction locking mechanism that is very reliable. In some
                    circumstances, it may be required to provide a physical stop to prevent the MMCX plug from becoming
                    disconnected due to extreme shock or vibration.
                    The TDL 450i transceiver requires an antenna and feed cable system that is impedance- matched to 50Ω.
                    We recommend that high quality RG-178 or equivalent coaxial cable be used for internal wiring of the RF
                    signal from the MMCX to the panel connector. We also suggest the selection of an antenna that has a low
                    VSWR (less than 1.5:1) and that has been tuned for operation in the band of the TDL 450i transceiver.

                    Caution: Improper impedance matching of the antenna, connectors or cable will degrade the performance of
                    the TDL 450i transceiver.




    Shielding Considerations
                    The TDL 450i transceiver is designed to operate in proximity to noise generating circuitry. However, certain
                    radiated or conducted frequencies may degrade the performance of the TDL 450i transceiver or render it
                    inoperable. When possible, provide well-grounded shielding between circuits that radiate, such as power
                    supplies, voltage-controlled oscillators, crystal oscillators and the TDL 450i transceiver.




    Frequency Planning
                    The TDL 450i transceiver contains a very sensitive, dual-conversion super-heterodyne receiver.


                    Caution: Radiated and conducted signals to and from the TDL 450i transceiver may cause problems due to
                    interference. Proper attention to frequency planning may reduce interference from radiated or conducted
                    frequencies that fall within the pass-bands of the filters at the IF frequencies.



                    We recommend the use of upfront analysis of the product frequency plan (including harmonics) and then
                    the use of a spectrum analyzer to determine the potential for interference within the pass-bands of the
                    various front-end and band pass filters.


                    The following table indicates the frequencies and band pass filter characteristics that are areas of potential
                    interference.


                         Circuit          Center Frequency (MHz)           Bandwidth (MHz)
                         RF front-end     438                              70




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                     Circuit          Center Frequency (MHz)          Bandwidth (MHz)
                     First IF         54.45                           0.015

                     Second IF        0.450                           0.010

                                               TDL 450i Frequency Plan




Mechanical Considerations

    EMI interferers
                    The TDL 450i transceiver is easily mounted inside new and existing products. The TDL 450i
                    transceiver is specifically designed for operation in harsh environments. For best performance,
                    mount the radio away from potential EMI radiators and route RF signals apart from digital signals.


                    Caution: We do not recommend the bundling of the antenna interface cable with other signal cables
                    internal to your product.




    Shock and Vibration
                    Sensitive radio transceivers, such as the TDL 450i transceiver, are susceptible to interference due
                    to mechanical shock and vibration. To reduce the potential for electromechanical interference, a
                    robust mounting scheme must be used when being integrated into other systems. A thin damping
                    pad between the mounting surface and the TDL 450i transceiver may be required. We recommend
                    the use of damping pads made of PORON(R) or a similar material.




    Thermal Transfer
                    The TDL 450i transceiver requires additional thermal heat dissipation in order to supply maximum
                    power out at elevated ambient temperatures and high duty cycles. The TDL 450i transceiver has
                    a thermal sensor and a firmware controlled limit switch. The TDL 450i will shut down when the
                    PCB temperature reaches 85°C to prevent permanent damage to transmitter. The integrated heat
                    sink is adequate for most bench top testing but when the TDL 450i transceiver is integrated into
                    other systems additional thermal heat sinking must be considered. The TDL 450I will produce




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                    approximately 6 Watts of heat at full RF power out.


                    Refer to Appendix A for mounting diagrams and specification.




    Materials
                    The TDL 450i transceiver is housed in a metal shield that is a conductor and is electrically connected to the
                    ground and signal ground pins.




Service and Support

    Philosophy
                    Pacific Crest is dedicated to providing the very best service and support possible. We recognize that the
                    success of our business is directly related to the success our customers have in using our products. For this
                    reason, we provide easy access with our toll free number, which we encourage our customers to use if they
                    are experiencing difficulties or problems with the products we supply.


                    Let us know what you think. A cornerstone of our business philosophy is to evolve our product lines to
                    match the needs of our customers. Your input allows us to better determine what we need to do to keep our
                    product and support offerings in alignment with your needs.




    Phone/Internet Support
                    Phone support is available during our business hours, Monday through Friday (7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific
                    Standard Time). Call 1-800-795-1001 (U.S. and Canada), +1-408-481-8070 (International),
                    +1-408-481-8984 (Fax). You can contact the support group via our web site, www.PacificCrest.com or send
                    an e-mail to support@pacificcrest.com




Warranty

    One-Year Limited Warranty
                    This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state
                    or province to province.
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                    Pacific Crest warrants its TDL 450i transceiver radio modem products against defects in materials and
                    workmanship for a period of one year from receipt by the end user. During the warranty period, Pacific
                    Crest will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective.




    Exclusions
                    Should Pacific Crest be unable to repair or replace the product within a reasonable amount of time, a refund
                    of purchase price may be given upon return of the product.
                    The warranty on your TDL 450i transceiver radio modem shall not apply to defects resulting from:
                    •    Improper or inadequate maintenance by the customer
                    •    Unauthorized modification or misuse
                    •    Operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product
                    •    Negligence or misuse



        Warranty Limitations
                    The warranty set forth above is exclusive and no other warranty, whether written or oral, is expressed or implied.
                    Pacific Crest specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
                    purpose.




Appendix A - Mounting Guide

    Standard Enclosure
                    The figure below shows mounting holes locations and overall dimensions for the TDL 450i transceiver.


                    Caution: Screws used to mount the TDL 450i transceiver to a mounting plate must not penetrate the mounting
                    surface of the TDL 450i transceiver by more than 0.20 inches. Screws that penetrate beyond this distance may
                    cause damage.




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                                                                                                 TEST FIXTURE TOOLING HOLE
                                                                     [69.85]             [3.18]  DO NOT USE FOR MOUNTING
            TEST FIXTURE TOOLING HOLE                                 2.750             4x 0.125
            DO NOT USE FOR MOUNTING                                                                    [3.56]
                                                                                                        .140




                                                                                          [23.37]
                                                                                           .920 [39.50]
                                                                                                  1.555
          [44.65]              [46.61]
           1.758                1.835
                                                                                                          KEEPOUT AREA BOTH SIDES
                                                                                                          COMPONENTS AND TEST POINTS
                                                                                                          LOCATED HERE
                                     [9.91]                                                               .100 INCH MINIMUM CLEARANCE
                                      .390
                                                                                                [1.27]
                                              [15.57]      [21.34]                               .050
                                               .613         .840




                                                                     [54.66]   [8.74]      [2.39]
                                                                      21.52     .344        .094

                                   [8.05]                                                  [1.63]
                                    .317                                                    .064

                                                 RF CONNECTOR
                                                 RIGHT ANGLE MMCX




                                                        TDL 450i Mounting Template




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                                     RF CONNECTOR
                                     RIGHT SIDE MMCX
                                     FARSIDE




                                                                    DATA CONNECTOR AVX




                                        TDL 450i Mounting Template with Shields




Appendix B - Cables and Connectors

    Value-Added Cable Products
                    Pacific Crest manufactures a wide variety of high-quality custom cables in support of its OEM customers.
                    Contact your Pacific Crest sales representative to discuss your custom cable requirements.




    Interface Connector
                    The 30-pin data/power header is a Samtec TFM series housing a standard-configuration connector, AVX
                    part number 14-5046-030-630-829. The mating Samtec connector is part number 24-5046-030-600-829 for
                    a board-to-board interface See AVX website: http://www.samtec.com and www.AVXcorp.com for other
                    mating connector options.




    RF Connector



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                    The RF connector is compatible with an MMCX-style coaxial plug. Plugs are available from many sources
                    and in many configurations. We use plugs manufactured by Radiall. Radiall MMCX right-angle plug for use
                    with RG-178 cable is part number R110 172 100. Radiall MMCX straight plug for use with RG-178 cable is
                    part number R110 083 120.




Appendix C - Technical Specifications
                     General
                     DTE - DCE interface        CMOS, 115.2 kbps maximum
                     User Interface             Low Profile 30 Pin Connector, Refer to Pin-Outs
                     Power requirements
                     External                   3.6 VDC ± 0.05mV
                     During Rx                  0.45 W nominal @ 3.6 VDC
                     During Tx                  6.5 W nominal @ 3.6 VDC, 2 W RF output
                     Radio
                     Frequency band             403-473 MHz
                     Frequency control          Synthesized 12.5 kHz tuning resolution
                                                Frequency stability +/- 1PPM
                     Channel spacing            Channel spacing 12.5/25 kHz (user-selectable)
                     RF transmitter output      0.5, 1.0 or 2 Watt (Programmable)
                     Sensitivity                -110 dBm BER = 1 x 10-5
                     Adjacent channel           >50dB
                     selectivity
                     Type certification         All models will be type accepted and certified for operation in the
                                                U.S., Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada
                                                FCC, IC, EU, NZ, Australia ETS300-113-2
                     Modem
                     Link Rate/Modulation       4-Level FSK: 9600, 19,200 bps
                                                GMSK: 4800, 8000, 9600, 16,000, 19,200 bps
                     Link Protocols             Transparent EOT/EOC/FST, SATEL, TRIMTALK II/IIe, TRIMMARK 3,
                                                TRIMTALK 450S
                     Forward Error Correction   Yes
                     (FEC) and Detection
                     Environmental
                     Shock and vibration        Per MIL-STD-810F
                     Ambient temperature
                     range
                       Operating temperature    -40 ˚C to +85 ˚C    (-40 ˚F to +185 ˚F)
                       (receiver)
                       Operating temperature    -40 ˚C to +65 ˚C    (-22 ˚F to +149 ˚F)
                       (transmitter)
                     Storage temperature        -55 ˚C to +85 ˚C    (-67 ˚F to +185 ˚F)
                     Mechanical
                     Dimensions                 69.8 mm L x 46.6 mm W x 11.2 mm H
                                                2.750” L x 1.835” W x 0.442” H
                     Weight                     1.4 oz (40 grams)




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Appendix D – API Commands
                    A description of the TDL 450i transceiver Application Programmer Interface is available to qualified Pacific
                    Crest development partners. Please contact sales@PacificCrest.com.




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