HCLOS HIGH CAPACITY LINE OF SIGHT AN/TRC-190E(V)1/F(V)3 STUDENT GUIDE.

HCLOS HIGH CAPACITY LINE OF SIGHT AN/TRC-190E(V)1/F(V)3 STUDENT GUIDE

Table of Contents PAGE (S)
Course Introduction Module 1 AN/TRC-190E(V)1/F(V)3 Overview…………………………………………………………… Module 2 AN/GRC-245A Radio Basics…………………………………………………………………… Module 3 AN/GRC-245A Radio Operations………………………………………………….…………… Module 4 AN/GRC-245A Radio Troubleshooting……………………………………………………… Module 5 Networking Basics………………………………. ……………………………………………… Module 6 AN/TRC 190F(V) 3 New Equipment…..………………….……………………………………… Module 7 AN/TRC 190E(V) 1 New Equipment..…………………….……………………………………… Module 8 AN/TRC 190F(V) 3 Legacy Equipment..……………………………………………………… Module 9 AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast……………………………………………………………………… Acronym List……………………………………………………………………………………………… 2

Terminal Learning Objective
ACTION: Identify course procedures, schedule, objectives, safety, security, and student performance requirements CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Identify course procedures, schedule, objectives, safety, security procedures, and student performance requirements IAW course requirements: Score a minimum of 70% or better on the written exam; Score a (GO) on the Practical Exercises PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 01 3

Administrative Data Safety- Review safety related data
Risk Assessment Level- Low Environmental Considerations- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Evaluations- Check on Learning and Practical Exercises PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 02 4

Agenda Administrative Guidelines Academic Responsibilities
Course Requirements Introductions Course Overview Safety PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 03 5

Administrative Guidelines
Class Hours Uniform WIN-T Information & Support Exchange (WISE) Graduation Requirements Phone Calls Tardiness/Absences Medical PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 04 6

WIN-T Information & Support Exchange (WISE) Instructions
Dear Student, Welcome to your WIN-T Training! Please be sure to follow the instructions below to ensure you receive your certificate of training after completion of class. WIN-T offers fully automated training tracking for their students through WISE (WIN-T Information & Support Exchange) website. WISE will also notify registered students of new downloadable WIN-T system materials (Ex: TM’s, Student Guides, etc.). STEP ONE: Day one of class; your instructor will have you sign in and complete required class roster information. When doing so be sure to double check your address! Be sure to use the same address when registering for access in STEP TWO (AKO) STEP TWO: (Register for access within the first couple days of class – notify your instructor if you don’t have Internet Access at your hotel or barracks.) Registering for access to the PM WIN-T Information & Support Exchange: Go to: Must have CAC Card for registration Click “Register for Access” located below the login button Complete all required fields on the User Registration Form and click “Submit”. NOTE: Be sure to request access to the system(s) related to the class or classes that you are participating in. Once your account request has been approved, you will receive two separate s containing your login credentials. Approval can take up to 72 hours. If you are attending more than one class you only need to register one time! Do not create multiple WISE user accounts! Your new class will automatically show up upon completion. STEP THREE: Upon your approval you will be able to log into the PM WIN-T Information & Support Exchange for the first time: Browse to Enter your User ID and Password in the fields provided and click the “Login” button. You will be required to change the temporary password that was sent to you via . Follow the on-screen prompt. Once you change your password you will be successfully logged into the PM WIN-T Information & Support Exchange. STEP FOUR: (Be sure to take the survey within one week of the conclusion of class! Failure to do so may cause student to be in “drop” status! Notify your instructor if you won’t have internet access at home station!) Accessing your class, completing your class survey, printing your certificate: Log into the WIN-T Information & Support Exchange. Click “My Classes” in the MY ALERTS section of the home page. This will bring you to the class listing screen where you will see all of the classes that you have taken. For each class taken there will be a “Take Survey” Icon in the first column or a “Print Certificate” Icon if the survey was already taken for that class. Once you click the “Take Survey” icon you will be brought to the survey screen. After completing the survey you will return to the class listing screen where the Icon will now say “Print Certificate” Click that Icon to print your certificate. Technical Help: PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 05

Training Guidelines Training Location Building Access
Facility Guidelines: - Emergency Exits - Restrooms - Break Areas - Food and Drinks - Work Areas - Security PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 06 8

Academic Responsibilities
Reading Requirements References Schedule PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 07 9

Course Materials Student Guide Technical Manuals AN/TRC-190E(V)1/F(V)3
Laminated Charts CD PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 08 10

Course Requirements Practical Exercises Class Participation
- Experiences/ Best Practices/ Tricks of the Trade Daily Recap/Check On Learning PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 09 11

Course Schedule Daily 0800-1700, Lunch 1200-1300, Breaks 50/10 minutes
Training Days: - Day 1 Module 1, Module 2, Module 3, Module 4 - Day 2 Module 4 Practical Exercises - Day 3 Module 5, Module 6, Module 7 - Day 4 Module 6, Module 7 Practical Exercises - Day 5 Module 8 - Day 6 Module 9 (if necessary), Shelter Exercises - Day 7 Shelter Exercises - Day 8 Review and Written Examination PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 10 12

Safety Electrical Hazards Radio Frequency (RF) Hazard
Antenna Mast Deployment Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Equipment PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 11 13

Safety – Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Warning Carbon Monoxide (Exhaust Gas) can kill you The best defense against carbon monoxide is good ventilation Try to position the shelter up wind of the generator. Make sure that there is adequate ventilation if you are operating the shelter with the vehicle running. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 12 14

Safety – Antenna Mast Deployment
Warning Never erect long range antennas directly under power lines This is a warning about antenna mast deployment. Watch out for power lines. Watch out for guy wires. Always inspect all the parts of the mast kit. Make sure that you have a full team. Most antenna equipment is a two person lift. There will be further discussion during 15m and 30m mast training. Never attempt to erect any long range antenna without a full team PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 13 15

Safety – Electrical Hazard
SAFETY STEPS TO FOLLOW IF SOMEONE IS THE VICTIM OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK 1- DO NOT TRY TO PULL OR GRAB THE INDIVIDUAL 2- IF POSSIBLE, TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER 3- IF YOU CANNOT TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER, PUSH, PULL, OR LIFT THE PERSON TO SAFETY USING A DRY WOODEN POLE OR A DRY ROPE OR SOME OTHER INSULATING MATERIAL 4- SEND FOR HELP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE 5- AFTER THE INJURED PERSON IS FREE OF CONTACT WITH THE SOURCE OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MOVE THE PERSON A SHORT DISTANCE AWAY AND IMMEDIATELY START ARTIFICIAL RESUSCITATION PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 14 16

DO NOT STAND IN THE DIRECT PATH OF THE ANTENNA
Safety – RF Hazard High frequency electromagnetic radiation can cause fatal internal burns. It can literally “cook” internal organs and flesh. If you feel the slightest warming effect while near this equipment DO NOT STAND IN THE DIRECT PATH OF THE ANTENNA WHEN THE POWER IS ON! DO NOT WORK ON THE FEEDHORN WHILE POWER AT THE RADIO SET IS ON! MOVE AWAY QUICKLY PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 15 17

Safety – Safety Equipment SAFETY IS EVERYONE’S BUSINESS
Protective equipment available: Kevlar/ACH and gloves Eye and ear protection Boots or safety shoes Safety Board SAFETY IS EVERYONE’S BUSINESS PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 16 18

Introductions Name Duty/Job Experience Course Expectations
Something not on your resume PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Course Introduction 17

Module 1 AN/TRC-190E(V)1 / F(V)3 Overview
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Learning Objective ACTION: Determine the purpose, benefits and capabilities of the AN/TRC-190(V)1 / (V)3 within the WIN-T Architecture CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Determine the purpose, benefits and capabilities of the AN/TRC-190(V)1 / (V)3 within the WIN-T Architecture IAW the student guide and TM Score a minimum of 70% or better on the written exam; Score a (GO) on the Practical Exercises PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 02 21

Enabling Objectives Discuss the purpose of the AN/GRC-245A radio set
Discuss the benefits of the AN/GRC-245A radio set Describe the capabilities of the AN/GRC-245A radio set Describe the WIN-T Architecture PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 03 22

Purpose of the AN/GRC-245A Radio Set
To transmit data from point A to point B without errors Used for link distances up to 40 Km (24.85 Miles) AN/GRC-245A radio is an integral part of the WIN-T Architecture PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 04

Benefits of the AN/GRC245A Radio Set
Less susceptible to adverse weather conditions Does not require access to outside agency’s equipment Less time from planning to full operations No cost for bandwidth or airtime Greater bandwidth Dedicated bandwidth PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 05

Capabilities of the AN/GRC 245A Radio Set
Dual-Band Radio Set: Band I and III+ Up to 16 Mbps full duplex traffic rate Band I Up to 34 Mbps full duplex traffic rate Band III+ Accepts any combination of traffic inputs: Up to two Digital Trunk Groups One Ethernet 10/100Base-T interface Over The Air Compatibility with AN/GRC-226 Radio (OTAC) PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 06 25

WIN-T Architecture (1 of 2)
HCLOS V3 Div This diagram shows the WIN-T Inc 2 architecture. HCLOS links are shown here in black arrows. H PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 07 26

WIN-T Architecture ( 2 of 2)
190E (V)1 CPN 34Mb/s 25 miles 16Mb/s Corp Main 190F (V)3 TCN 57th ESB JNN 8Mb/s 1st Cav Div 1st Med BDE 89th MP BDE 4th CAB There are two types of shelters that use the HCLOS radios: AN/TRC-190E(V)1 AN/TRC-190F(V) 3 Usually the V1 shelter is located at the BnCPN. Usually the V3 shelter is located at the JNN/TCN/SSS. The V3 shelter can be use as a relay. Because the HCLOS has remote control capability, the V1 shelter could be unmanned. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 1 08

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Module 2 HCLOS Radio Basics

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate the basics of HCLOS Radio Operations CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student has demonstrated knowledge of basic HCLOS operations and its purpose by correctly answering three out of four Check-on-Learning questions PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 02 30

Enabling Objectives Explain Radio Frequency (RF) including Decibels above or below one milliwatt (dBm) and Bit Error Rate (BER) Describe HCLOS Radio Characteristics and its components, performance and receiver sensitivity Describe the Base Band Unit (BBU) to include Power, Connectors and Indicators, Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Block Diagram Describe Radio Frequency Unit (RFU) to include the, Block Diagram, Inter-Unit Cable and Radio Features PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 03 31

HCLOS Radio Introduction
This is a AN/TRC-190F (V)3 shelter with a 15m Mast deployed. They are using a Band I antenna. HCLOS stands for High Capacity Line Of Sight. If you do not have line of sight with distant end antenna you will not have a link. If the line of sight is obstructed by tree lines or buildings your link may be marginal. All RF cables and connections need to be secured and tight. All RF cables and connectors must be in good condition. Frayed cables or damaged cables should be repaired or replaced. Connectors should be free of dirt or other contaminants. Unroll and roll cables: Do not pull on them to avoid twists, bends or kinks in the cable. This will damage the internal structure of the cable. Do not drag connector ends on the ground. This will damage threads and put dirt inside the connector. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 04 32

Radio Frequency (RF) Introduction – dBm
dBm is used to measure transmit and receive power instead of watts Easier to work with smaller numbers than to use watts especially for low level Rx signals Decibels above or below 1 milliwatt (dBm). It is used in radio, microwave and fiber optic networks as a convenient measure of absolute power because of its capability to express both very large and very small values in short form. The reference standard is: 0 dBm = 1 mW We use negative value for level below 1mW. Ex: -10 dBm= 0.1mW = 100μW 10 dBm is greater than 0 dBm. -10 dBm is smaller than 0 dBm. Note: 3 dB increase = Double the previous power (watts) 3 dB decrease = 1/2 the previous power (watts) 10 dB increase = 10 times the previous power (watts) 10 dB decrease = 1/10 the previous power (watts) Tx power HCLOS radio: Band I = 13.3 dBm (20mW) to 33.3 dBm (2W) Band III+ = 10.2 dBm (10mW) to 30.2 dBm (1W) The Rx level on the HCLOS display is in negative (-) dBm. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 05

RF Introduction – BER The HCLOS radio has a built-in BER monitor that allows the operator to view the link status (data quality) BER is the ratio of error bits to total bits transmitted BER display examples: 1.0E-5 = 1 bits in error for 100,000 bits (unacceptable) 1.2E-6 = 1.2 bits in error for 1,000,000 bits (unacceptable) 1.0E-6 = 1 bits in error for 1,000,000 bits (minimum acceptable) 1.9E-7 = 1.9 bits in error for 10,000,000 bits (acceptable) 1.7E-8 = 1.7 bits in error for 100,000,000 bits(acceptable) 0 = 0 bits in error (best quality) BER result will be displayed as follows on the radio: 1.5E-6 = 1.5 bits in error for 1,000,000 bits of data sent We are looking for something better than: 1.0E-6 (minimum acceptable BER for WIN-T) 2.5E-7 is better than 1.0E-6 2.5 bits in error for 10,000,000 bits 1.7E-5 is worse than 1.0E-6 1.7 bits in error for 100,000 bits PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 06

Check-On-Learning What is meant by 1.5E-6?
Answer: 1.5E-6 = 1.5 bits in error for 1,000,000 bits of data sent PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 07

Radio Characteristics
The AN /GRC-245A radio consists of two major components: BBU or Base Band Unit RFU or Radio Frequency Unit Functions in Full-Duplex mode The nameplate of this radio set is Radio Set AN/GRC-245A(V)3. The HCLOS is a multi-band radio set. Band I and Band III+ frequencies are supported. When Band I frequencies are used in a communication link, the Band I antenna is required. Similarly, when Band III+ frequencies are required, a Band III+ antenna is used. Only one band of operation is supported at a time. Full-Duplex means that you can transmit and receive at the same time. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 08

Radio Characteristics – Components
This slide shows the Radio Set (BBU and RFU) with the RA-250 Handset. The BAND I antenna has a built-in feed horn and the BAND III+ antenna has a removable feed horn. The BAND III+ feed horn should only be installed when the antenna is ready to be placed on the antenna mast. The Band I antenna is a light-weight, high-gain, high performance antenna used in the 225 to 400 MHz frequency range. The antenna is composed of a skeleton slotted-radiating element mounted in front of a reflecting screen. The antenna can be installed for either horizontal or vertical polarizations. The Band III+ antenna is composed of a parabolic grid reflector and a log periodic wideband feed, used in the 1350 to 2690 MHz frequency range. The antenna can be installed for either horizontal or vertical polarizations. ITEM COMMON NAME NOMENCLATURE NAMEPLATE BBU Amplifier, Radio Frequency, AM-7567A/GRC-245A(V) Inter-Unit cable Inter-unit, Cable Assembly RFU (Band I & III+) Receiver-Transmitter, RT-1816A/GRC-245A(V)3 Handset Handset, RA-250 Radio Set Radio Set, AN/GRC-245A(V)3 Antenna Assembly, Band III+ Antenna, AS-4515/GRC Antenna Assembly, Band I Antenna, AS-3875/GRC-226(V)1 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 09

Radio Characteristics – Performance
Specification Frequency Range Band I: – 400 MHz Band III+: – 2690 MHz Transmit/Receive Separation Band I: MHz minimum (see Note 1 below) Band III+: 50 MHz minimum Frequency Step Size 125 kHz Note 1: The radio set will give a "possible degradation" warning to the operator when the Tx/Rx frequency spacing is less than 50 MHz in Band I. Transmitter Output Power (APC9) or (M9) Full Power Band I: dBm Band III+: dBm Transmitter Output Power (APC1) or (M1) Low Power Band I: dBm Band III+: dBm This is the frequency range for Band I to 400 MHz and Band III to 2690 MHz. For Band I a valid Tx/Rx separation must be 25 MHz minimum. Example: TX MHz and RX MHz. If you try to enter RX MHz the radio will display an error message: INVALID FREQ SPACING. For Band III+ the difference must be a minimum of 50 MHz. Example: TX MHz and RX MHz. The radio will display the same warning as in Band I if a wrong frequency pair spacing is entered. The frequency step sizes are in 125 kHz steps. Example: With a Tx frequency of MHz, the next programmable channels are: MHz MHz MHz MHz MHz MHz MHz If you try to enter XX MHz or XX MHz the radio will display an error message: INVALID FREQ STEP or INVALID KEY. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 10

Radio Characteristics – Receiver Sensitivity
Band I: Band III+: Receive signal level for 1 x 10-5 BER 2048 Kbps < dBm < dBm 4096 Kbps < dBm 8192 Kbps < dBm < dBm 16384 Kbps < dBm < dBm 16640 Kbps < dBm The receiver sensitivity is dependent on the Link Rate. The higher the Link Rate, the better the Rx level must be to ensure an acceptable BER A receive signal strength of -85 dBm is better than -90 dBm. Remember for WIN-T operations a 1.0E -6 BER is the minimum acceptable data quality standard. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 11

Check-On-Learning What components make up the AN/GRC-245(A) Radio Set?
Answer: BBU and RFU PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 12

BBU The BBU - “brains” of the radio set
Provides +48 VDC to power the RFU Processes NRZ to IF and IF to NRZ Managed by the operator via the Human Machine Interface (HMI) Amplifier, Radio Frequency, AM-7567A/GRC-245A(V) The BBU provides the Human Machine Interface (HMI), primary power supplies, data interfaces, handset interface, modem - modulator (NRZ to IF) demodulator (IF to NRZ)/controller/multiplexer assembly and a ground connector. NRZ – Balanced Non Return to Zero (signal protocol used inside shelters) The weight of the unit is lbs or 17.08kg. NOTE: This unit is a two person lift. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 13

BBU – Power, Connectors and Indicators
AC and DC indicators (green LEDs) AC and DC switches provide circuit breaker protection AC and DC power Connectors Traffic Data Connector DSC Connector Handset Connector Inter-Unit Connector Ground +48 VDC Out Indicator (green) Interference Indicator (yellow) Internal Fault Indicator (red) External Fault Indicator (red) For shelter operations both AC and DC breakers should be ON in case of AC power failure. The radio will switch over automatically. The radio will always use AC over DC when both are available. These are the specifications for the input voltages: AC input : 98 – 132V, single phase, Hz DC input : 20 – 32V, with reverse polarity protection The Traffic Data Connector is used for Data Port 1 bulk traffic (Serial NRZ) and Digital Voice Order Wire (DVOW) input and output signals (when configured for an external traffic order wire source). The Data Service Channel (DSC) connector is used for Data Port 2 bulk traffic (Serial NRZ), and Ethernet 10/100Base-T. Also on this connector there is an Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) port to monitor the radio. Each Serial NRZ traffic interface (RS-422) as well as the Internet Protocol (IP) Interface can be configured individually for a different data rate. The Handset Connector is used for Analog Engineering Order Wire (AEOW) input/output signals. This is not an encrypted channel. The Inter-unit Connector provides power and Intermediate Frequency (IF) signals to the RFU. The +48 VDC Out Indicator is lit when +48 VDC is supplied by the BBU to the RFU. If the Inter-unit cable is not connected or defective this led will not be lit. The Interference Indicator is lit when interference is present (HCLOS Mode Only). The Internal Fault Indicator is lit when there is a fault within the radio set. Running a Radio Unit Test will run a diagnostic test for the faulty component. The External Fault Indicator is lit when there is a fault outside the radio set such as lack of input data, etc. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 14

BBU - HMI The Radio Set is operated via a keypad and display also known as the Human Machine Interface (HMI) mounted on the front panel of the BBU. The Keypad and Display consists of an LED display with two rows of sixteen alphanumeric characters and twenty keys as follows: Numerical keys (0 to 9) Function keys (F1, F2, F3, F4) Up arrow and Down arrows CLR, SEL, EXIT and CALL The HMI allows data entry, editing, and function selection as well as configuration display. The green LED is a test mode indicator. The LED is lit when the radio is in test mode. The red LED is a fault indicator. The LED is lit when a fault is present. This LED is flashing when the radio is Out Of Synchronization (OOS). There are no operator control settings that can damage the AN/GRC-245A(V) radio set. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 15

Check-On-Learning What does it mean when you see a green LED on the BBU display? Answer: The radio is in test mode PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 16

BBU – Block Diagram The above diagram depicts the block diagram of the BBU Ssignal flow. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 17

RFU The RFU – Independent Transmitter and Receiver allowing the radio set to work in Full Duplex mode Diplexer (tuner) is located in the RFU Processes IF to RF and RF to IF Receiver-Transmitter, RT-1816A/GRC-245A(V)3 The RFU is an assembly which contains a power supply, a controller, a Band III+ and a Band I power amplifier, a diplexer, a receiver down-converter (RF to IF), a transmit up-converter (IF to RF), an antenna connector for each band, one Inter-unit connector and a ground connector. The weight of the unit is lbs or kg. Note: This unit is a two person lift The Inter-unit connector is the path for IF, control signals and +48 VDC power. The Antenna Band I connector is for the Band I antenna feed cable (225 to 400 MHz). The Antenna Band III+ connector is for the Band III+ antenna feed cable (1350 to 2690 MHz). The ground connector provides the means to connect a ground cable to the RFU inside the shelter. Note: For base of mast operation the RFU NEED NOT BE GROUNDED. The grounding will be provided through the Inter-unit cable. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 18

RFU – Block Diagram This is the block diagram of the RFU for Band III+. The block diagram for the Band I is similar, the only differences are: Tx amp converter will close the band switches to allow for the band I freq. PWR amp Band I circuit will be chosen at this time. Band I circuits of the diplexer will be used instead of Band III+. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 19

Inter-Unit Cable The connection between the BBU and RFU is done via an external coaxial cable connection combining the multiplexed traffic, the +48 VDC power, Tx and Rx Intermediate Frequencies and bi-directional control channels. The Inter-unit cable carries the following signals between the BBU and RFU: +48 VDC from BBU to the RFU. Transmit IF (16 MHz) from the Modem in the BBU to the TX Amp Conv. in the RFU. Receive IF (140 MHz) from the Down Conv. in the RFU to the Modem in the BBU. Control signal (77 MHz) from the BBU to RFU. Control signal (43 MHz) from the RFU to the BBU. The control signals include the setup of operating configurations, data rates and test conditions. Signals are applied to and retrieved from both ends of the Inter-unit cable via a Cable Combiner. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 20

Radio Features This radio supports data rates up to 34368 Kbps
Remote Control capabilities Alignment Mode Can store up to 30 preset frequency pairs for quick recall Extensive Built In Test features OTAC Type (Over The Air Compatibility) with AN/GRC-226 RFU can be deployed at the base of an antenna mast Supported Full Duplex data rates for both bands are: 256, 512, 576, 768, 1024, 1152, 1536, 1544, 2048, 2304, 4096, 8192, 8448, 16384, and Kbps. In Band III is selectable. Note: It is important to ensure that the data rate used in Band 1 has been approved for local use, typically data rates above 2 Mbps in Band 1 are not permitted in CONUS. HCLOS operating type also provides a Radio Information Link (RIL) channel of 16 Kbps between the two radio sets allowing remote monitoring and control features (Traffic Mode only). Alignment Mode is a feature that allows one operator to orient an antenna by themselves (Available in AEOW Mode only). The radio has two operating types; AN/GRC-245 and AN/GRC-226 OTAC. The OTAC operating type is used for backwards compatibility with the AN/GRC-226 radio. The RFU can be deployed at the base of mast allowing for a greater fade margin on selected links. Having greater fade margins help maintain a reliable link during unexpected RF fading conditions. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 21

Check-On-Learning What are the two radio operating types?
Answer: AN/GRC-245 and AN/GRC-226 OTAC PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 2 22

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Module 3 Radio Operations

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate HCLOS Radio Operations
CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student correctly installs and operates a HCLOS radio link IAW practical exercise module 3 within 15 minutes PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 02 53

Enabling Objectives Explain the physical connections of the AN/GRC-245A Radio Set Describe the Human Machine Interface (HMI) to include basic key operation Describe the Menu Structure to include Menu and Sub-Menu Navigation, Scrollable Menus and Over The Air Compatibility (OTAC) Describe Radio Messages PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 03 54

Physical Connections DSC DATA
This slide depicts the physical connections of the AN/GRC-245(A) Radio Set. Physical connections must be verified prior to operating the radio. BBU & RFU Ground AC/DC Connections Interunit Connection Handset Connection Data Connections Antenna Connection PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 04

Human Machine Interface
Human Machine Interface consists of: 20 keys in four rows and five columns two rows of 16 alphanumeric characters red and green LEDs This is a picture of the HMI (Human Machine Interface)/Display and Keypad. The HMI allows the operator to configure, control and monitor radio parameters. Display has two rows of 16 alphanumeric characters. Keypad has 20 keys in four rows and five columns. Fault indicator (red LED) when LED is flashing it indicates Out Of Sync (OOS) with distant end radio. When LED is solid it indicates a failure either internal or external. Test mode indicator (green LED). PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 05

HMI – Basic Key Operation (1 of 3)
The SEL key is used for : • Entering a lower menu level • Entering the edit mode • Entering a new parameter value and exiting the edit mode The EXIT key is used for : • Exiting a lower menu level (i.e., go back to the menu root) • Exiting the edit mode (without changing the parameter value) The CLR key is used for (in order of priority) : • Priority 1 : Acknowledge and clear a permanent pre-emptive message • Priority 2 : Stop the buzzer (for alarm conditions) • Priority 3 : Clear the numerical field (in edit mode) The ARROW UP and ARROW DOWN keys are used for : • Circulating backward and forward in a menu list or parameter list : UP: forward, next item DOWN: backward, previous item • Moving right or left in a numerical field : UP: move right DOWN: move left The numerical keys are used to either enter a numerical value or to select an item which can be numbered from 0 to 9 The above slide shows the SEL Key, EXIT Key, CLR Key, Arrow Up and Arrow Down Key and the Numerical Keys 0 thru 9. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 06

HMI– Basic Key Operation (2 of 3)
The 4 function keys give access to menus which are not part of the general HMI menu tree. When the Function Key is exited, the HMI returns to the original location at which it was prior to accessing a Function Key menu. THE F1 KEY DISPLAYS : - Local RCV Level and BER menu - Remote RCV Level and BER menu (HCLOS Traffic Only) THE F2 KEY DISPLAYS : - Alarms menu THE F3 KEY DISPLAYS : - Power Level menu (LOCAL) THE F4 KEY DISPLAYS : - Radio Mode menu (STBY, AEOW, DEOW, TRAFFIC) - Alignment Mode menu (AEOW ONLY) Note: In AEOW Mode, the Alignment Mode allows one operator to align his/her antenna by themselves. When doing this the operator will attach the 75’ handset extension cable to the BBU handset port and attach the RA-250 handset to the other end of the cable. When Alignment Mode is turned on a continuous tone is present in the handset. The operator will then align the antenna to achieve the highest pitch tone in the handset. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 07

HMI– Basic Key Operation (3 of 3)
When the CALL key is pressed, the BUZZER of the RADIO SET at the other end is turned on (only if enabled). When the CALL key is released, the BUZZER at the other end is turned off. While the CALL key is pressed, the message "OUTGOING CALL" is displayed locally to provide feedback to the call initiator. When a call is received, the pre-emptive message "INCOMING CALL" is latched and displayed until acknowledged. The CLR key or the Push to Talk (PTT) switch on the handset is used to acknowledge the pre-emptive message. Inhibit the buzzer using the CONFIGURATION menu Buzzer can be set to: - MUTED [ALL]: buzzer never sounds - MUTED [EXT]: buzzer muted for external alarms only - ENABLED: buzzer sounds when required The above slide shows the CALL Key. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 08

Check-On-Learning What is the SEL Key used for?
Answer: Entering a lower menu level, entering the edit mode and entering a new parameter value and exiting the edit mode PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 09

Menu Structure After power up, the radio will show the TX/RX menu
TX/RX FREQ menu is called the Root Menu All menus are circular In a submenu pressing EXIT key will take you back to the Root Menu These next slides explain the menu structure of the radio HMI. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 10

Menu & Sub-Menu Navigation
This slide shows the sub-menu navigation PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 11

Menu Structure/ Scrollable Menus
RADIO OPER. TYPE TX/RX FREQUENCIES LOAD PRESET PRESET DATA STORE PRESET PRESET LIST CONFIGURATION RADIO LINK RATE PORT SELECT DATA 1 INTERFACE DATA 1 RATE DATA 2 INTERFACE DATA 2 RATE AUTO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE COMMANDS REMOTE POWER SEND PRESET STATISTICS TEST MODE INFORMATION PRESET MENU 1 PRESET n MENU PRESET 30 MENU Scrollable Menus IP SPEED/DUPLEX RESET EVENTS DISPLAY BRIGHT BUZZER CONTROL HANDSET VOLUME TRAFF. OW SOURCE ALARMS LOCAL POWER LOCAL RCV LEVEL RADIO MODE ALIGNMENT REMOTE RCV LEVEL BER MENU Function Menus This is the structure of the scrollable menus. Navigation is done with the following keys: UP/DOWN ARROW SELECT EXIT PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 12

Check-On-Learning What does the F1 Key display?
Answer: Local RCV Level and BER menu. Remote RCV Level and BER menu (HCLOS Traffic Only) PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 13

Menu Structure – Root Menu (TX/RX FREQ menu)
This is the Root Menu (TX/RX FREQ menu). All the significant digits are entered by the operator. Only the first decimal digit is entered by the operator (0, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, or 8). The last 2 digits are displayed by default. The HMI always validates the digit entered with the previous digits (i.e., to the left of the current digit) if they are all defined (i.e., no " — "). It does not allow any numerical value that would give a frequency outside the valid range. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 14-

Menu Structure - Preset Data Menu
This slide shows the preset menu, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 15

Menu Structure – Configuration Menu (1 of 2)
This slide shows the configuration menu, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 16

Menu Structure – Configuration Menu (2 of 2)
This slide shows the configuration menu, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 17

Menu Structure – Remote Control Menu
This slide show the remote control menu. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 18

Menu Structure – Statistics Menu
Display Format Characteristics Statistics STATISTICS Root menu (No editing possible) Long BER LONG BER Traffic Mode & in SYNC only 100 sec cycles: CRL key reset Cycles for errors (0, 1-300) 0 CYCLES 1-300 CYCLES (> 300, OOS) > 300 CYCLES OOS Long BER Time LONG BER TIME Total BER time: CRL key reset Time of Day TIME OF DAY Day 1-7 & local time: editable Event List EVENT LIST View 1-99 w/SEL & Arrow keys Reset Events RESET EVENTS CONFIRM? SEL to reset & Y / N to confirm Hours in Operation HRS IN OPERATION RFU/BBU total hrs in operation Power-up Count POWER-UP COUNT RFU/BBU total power-ups This slide shows the statistics menu, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 19

Menu Structure – Information Menu
Display Format Characteristics Information INFORMATION Root menu (No editing possible) RMOD/ALG RLR PX TX/RX STBY/OFF M 225.0/ Mode/Alignment, Radio Link Rate, PWR level, TX/RX Frequencies Radio Oper Type Radio Operating Type AN/GRC-245 or AN/GRC-226 OTAC Band Type RFU BAND TYPE Band 1, Band 3+ or Combined Data1 rate & Interface DATA1 Y X Y=Rate X=RS-422 or Port Closed Data2 rate & Interface DATA2 Y X IP TRUNK IP Y X/Z Y=Rate X=10/100HD/FD Z=status dn/up Firmware Version RFU: Y BBU: X RFU/BBU ver. first 2 digits must match Power Source POWER SOURCE AC or DC MAC Address MAC ADDRESS Physical Address of BBU IP Address IP ADDRESS SNMP use w/BBU /52/53 Subnet Mask SUBNET MASK Default Default Gateway DEFAULT GATEWAY IPv6 IPv6 Address This slide shows the information menu, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 20

Menu Structure – Configuration Menu OTAC
Radio Operating Type Control - AN/GRC-245 - AN/GRC-226 OTAC Tx/Rx Frequency Control - HCLOS - The radio provides coverage from 225 to 400 MHz in Band I and from 1350 to 2690 MHz in Band III+. - OTAC - The radio provides coverage from 225 to 400 MHz in Band I and from 1350 to 1850 MHz in Band III. Data Rate Control - HCLOS - The radio provides the following traffic data rates: 256, 512, 576, 768, 1024, 1152, 1536, 1544, 2048, 4096, 8192, 8448, and Kbps for both bands. The HCLOS radio is also capable of Kbps in Band III+. - OTAC - The radio provides the following traffic data rates: 256, 512, 1024 and 2048 Kbps for both bands. Note: When changing from AN/GRC-245 to OTAC and vice-versa the radio set will take approximately 5-7 minutes to shutdown and reboot. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 21

Check-On-Learning In the Root Menu (TX/RX FREQ menu, what is meant when the “:” flashes? Answer: The “:” flashes when the radio is not tuned to the displayed frequency. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 22

Error Messages (1 of 2) This slide shows error messages, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 23

Error Messages (2 of 2) This slide shows error messages, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 24

Pre-Emptive Messages This slide shows Pre-Emptive Messages, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 25

Temporary Messages This slide shows temporary messages, display format and characteristics. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 26

Check-On-Learning What does it mean if you receive an error message that say “ “Band Change Not Allowed”? Answer: Displayed when attempting to load a preset frequency pair of band III+ frequency range while the radio is operating in band I frequency range or vice versa. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 3 27

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Module 4 Radio Troubleshooting

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot the AN/GRC-245A radio set CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student has demonstrate knowledge of the radio test mode menu by correctly answering three out of four Check-on-Learning questions PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 02 81

Enabling Objectives Describe the radio set block diagram
Describe the BBU diagnostic LEDs Describe the Built In Test Equipment (BITE) Describe power, display and handset failure diagnostic table Identify alarms Describe the operator initiated test modes Describe fade margin PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 03

Block Diagram This slide depicts the signal flow of the radio set

BBU Diagnostic LEDs AC/DC LEDs (Green) Fault/OOS (Display) (Red)
Test Mode (Display) (Green) +48VDC Out LED (Green) Interference LED (Yellow) Internal Fault LED (Red) External Fault LED (Red) Note: Fault indicator (red LED) when LED is flashing it indicates Out Of Sync (OOS) with distant end radio. When LED is solid it indicates a failure either internal or external. Note: +48 VDC OUT lamp is off when interunit cable is not detected or excessive current is drawn from the power supply. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 05

Check-On-Learning What is the only yellow diagnostic LED on the radio set? Answer: Interference PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 06

Built In Test Equipment (BITE)
Radio has three BITE Types: P-BIT (Power On) C-BIT (Continuous) I-BIT (Operator Initiated Test Modes) BITE Explained BITE (Built In Test Equipment) P-BIT (Power On) Commencing from the initial start-up, a power-on (P-Bit) performs initial testing of the radio set C-BIT (Continuous) After power-up an on-line continuous test (C-Bit) then monitors the radio set’s operation and performance I-BIT (Operator Initiated Test Mode) Operator Initiated Tests are the primary subject of this module PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 07

Power, Display & Handset Failure Diagnostic Table
This diagnostics table gives, in order of decreasing failure the probability and ease of replacement, which the unit operator/technician should try replacing. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 08

Alarms (1 of 3) This slide depicts possible alarms that may be present on the radio set PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 09

Alarms (2 of 3) 180° F 200° F This slide depicts alarms, the probable cause of the alarm and possible remedies to correct that alarm PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 10

Alarms (3 of 3) This slide depicts alarms, the probable cause of the alarm and possible remedies to correct that alarm PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 11

Check-On-Learning What are the remedies for a local OOS alarm? Answer:
- Verify antenna alignment - Perform a VSWR test - Increase remote transmit power PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 12

Operator Initiated Test Menu
DISPLAY FORMAT CHARACTERISTICS Test Mode TEST MODE Tests for: 245 - Link TQM LINK TQM Actual BER for HCLOS 245 - Spectrum Scan SPECTRUM SCAN Interference 245 - Radio Loop RADIO LOOP Radio’s ability to process data 245 - Data1 Cable TQM DATA1 CABLE TQM Verification of shelter signal flow 245 - Data2 Cable TQM DATA2 CABLE TQM - VSWR VSWR Reflect power of antenna system - Radio Unit RADIO UNIT Operability of all radio set modules - Data1 Input Loop DATA1 INPUT LOOP Signal flow back to the source - Data2 Input Loop DATA2 INPUT LOOP - Keypad KEYPAD Operability of all keys - Display DISPLAY Operability of all display pixels - Buzzer/Lamps BUZZER/LAMPS Operability of alarm / test indicators - Handset Loop HANDSET LOOP Operability of handset / alignment tone 226 - Test TQM TEST TQM Actual BER for OTAC 226 - Loopback TQM Test LOOPBACK TQM TEST 226 - Handset Loop Analog HANDSET LOOP ANALOG Operability of handset / DTMF 9 tone 245 indicates that the corresponding test is available only in the HCLOS operating type. 226 indicates that the corresponding test is available only in OTAC operating type. No number beside a test means that it is available in both HCLOS and OTAC operating types. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 13

Operator Initiated Test – Display
Alternately lights up each row and every pixel of the display Helps you identify dead pixels DISPLAY Can be run from any operating mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to DISPLAY then press SEL. To end test, press any key. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 14

Operator Initiated Test – Keypad
Provides feedback each time a key is pressed Helps identify faulty keys KEYPAD Can be run from any operating mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to KEYPAD then press SEL. To end test, press any key twice. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 15

Operator Initiated Test – Buzzer/Lamps
Sounds the buzzer and activates the following LEDs: Both Display Unit LEDs Internal Alarm LED External Alarm LED Interference LED Helps identify faulty buzzer and/or faulty LEDs BUZZER/LAMPS Can be run from any operating mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to BUZZER/LAMPS then press SEL. To end test, press SEL. Note: During test the buzzer will sound even if muted in the CONFIGURATION menu. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 16

Operator Initiated Test – Handset Loop
Provides feedback from the radio by sending a tone to the earpiece that fluctuates in pitch Complete the handset test by pressing the Push To Talk Switch and speaking into the mouthpiece, you should hear yourself Helps identify problems with handset HANDSET LOOP Can be run from any operating mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to HANDSET LOOP then press SEL. To end test, press SEL then press SEL when you see TEST MODE off flashing. Caution: Tone is loud. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 17

Operator Initiated Test – Radio Loop
Tests the radio’s ability to process data at the current Tx/Rx frequency and link rate Helps identify intermittent faults and/or faulty inter-unit connection RADIO LOOP Can be run only in STANDBY Mode. Note: Disconnect antenna before performing this test. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to RADIO LOOP then press SEL. It is only practical to observe up to 25 cycles (25/25). To recycle the counter for missed cycles (i.e. 22/25) press CLR. To end test, press EXIT. This test replaces the transmit traffic data with an internally generated pseudo random test pattern (TQM) and compares this pattern with the receive traffic data after being looped back in the RF Unit. XX/YY XX is the number of successful tests. YY is the number of attempts. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 18

Operator Initiated Test – Radio Unit (1 of 2)
Performs an exhaustive verification of all modules in the BBU, RFU and Interunit connection Helps identify faulty radio components RADIO UNIT TEST Can be run only in STANDBY Mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to RADIO UNIT TEST then press SEL. Scroll to IN SHELTER, AT DEPOT or SHOW RESULTS then press SEL. IN SHELTER (Operator): Requires an antenna system or an attenuator connected to the proper antenna port. AT DEPOT (Maintenance): Requires an attenuator connected to the proper antenna port and removal of all data cables. When test has completed, you will receive a pass or a fail. A failed test requires you to press F2 and interrogate the fault code(s). A passed test no maintenance required. SHOW RESULTS: Shows the results of a previously run RADIO UNIT TEST during the current power up only. To end test press EXIT. Note: This will test the current operating band only. For a complete test of the radio set, run a RADIO UNIT TEST in BAND I and BAND III+. Shows intermediate test results, detects >85% of all possible faults, identifies faulty assembly with a >90% success rate, and is interruptible at any time by press EXIT. Band I RADIO UNIT TEST takes appr. 5 to 8 minutes to complete. Band III+ RADIO UNIT TEST takes appr. 7 to 10 minutes to complete. This test should be run when you have an internal fault or the RADIO LOOP fails. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 19

Operator Initiated Test – Radio Unit (2 of 2)
Internal alarms are reported in order of priority. The corresponding module that should be removed is indicated with “1” being the most probable: Note: This Fault Table can be found in TM &P WP & PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 20

Operator Initiated Test – Data1/Data2 Cable TQM
Uses the BBU as a signal generator at current data port rate Used to verify and troubleshoot shelter signal flow Helps identify intermittent faults and problems between data ports and internal shelter settings and equipment DATA1 CABLE TQM 25/25 DATA1/DATA2 CABLE TQM Can be run only in STANDBY Mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to DATA1 CABLE TQM or DATA2 CABLE TQM then press SEL. It is only practical to observe up to 25 cycles (25/25). To recycle the counter for missed cycles (i.e. 22/25) press CLR. To end test, press EXIT. This test replaces the normal traffic data with an internally generated pseudo random test pattern (TQM) and compares this pattern when looped back from equipment external to the radio data port being tested. Note: A loopback must be emplaced for this test to pass. DATA1 CABLE TQM or DATA2 CABLE TQM XX/YY XX is the number of successful tests. YY is the number of attempts. External Equipment Loopback PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 21

Operator Initiated Test – VSWR
Measures reflected power in the antenna system Helps identify faulty or loose cables and antenna feed horns VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Can be run only in STANDBY Mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to VSWR then press SEL. At CONFIRM? NO, use UP/DOWN to change NO to YES then press SEL. Radio will display MEASURING ….. Until a result is shown between 0% - 100%. To end test, press EXIT. This test is designed to verify the quality of antenna and RF cables across the Tx Frequency. The lower the %, the lower the reflection. This means a stronger signal going across the air resulting in a higher quality signal at the distant end. 100% Full reflection (ex: no antenna port connected on RFU). No signal actually goes to the distant end. This radio is protected against high reflection. High reflection should not damage the radio, but you need to find the cause of the reflection before you try to establish a link. Target 12% reflection or less. Note: Run this test before erecting an antenna and always try to achieve the lowest possible %. You can also test your extension cable with an attenuator. You could test one cable at a time to isolate problems. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 22

Operator Initiated Test – Spectrum Scan (1 of 2)
Measures the Rx level of a frequency Helps identify interference or unwanted transmission close to your Rx frequency SPECTRUM SCAN Can be run only in STANDBY Mode. Before performing these tests ensure the remote operator is not transmitting (STANDBY Mode). How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to SPECTRUM SCAN then press SEL. Then you will need to confirm the RX frequency. At CONFIRM? NO, use UP/DOWN to change NO to YES then press SEL. Radio will display MEASURING ….. Until a result is shown. To end test, press EXIT. Helps you verify the presence of interference near your receive frequency. This feature may be used when it is believed an interfering signal is affecting transmission. Reasons to run the scan: You have an INTRF ALARM. Good receive level but bad BER (i.e. RCV -68dBm BER 1.1E-06). Example of interference: Radar sweep, cell tower, other LOS and/or jammer. Measures the RCV Level on a predefined scan range based on the entered frequency. By default, each time a spectrum scan is requested, the scan range is set to: 30 MHz (when Link Rate <=2 Mbps) 50 MHz (when Link Rate >2 Mbps but <16 Mbps) 90 MHZ (when Link Rate >16 Mbps) PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 23

Operator Initiated Test – Spectrum Scan (1 of 2)
Examples of scans Based on Rx Frequency and Link Rate 1385.0/ MHz _ _ * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ * * _ 1. Rx Freq MHz Link Rate 2048 kbps Example 1 – 30 MHz Scan Range = 2MHz steps after first digit How to read? The first digit is each digit after represents +2MHz, starting at 1385 on the left and finishing at 1415 on the right. 16 digits are used. * represents an interference. _ represents no interference. In this example it looks like you have interference at 1389, 1411 and 1413 MHz MHz is free from interference. Example 2 – 50 MHz Scan Range = 5MHz steps after first digit The first digit is each digit after represents +5MHz, starting at 1385 on the left and finishing at 1435 on the right. 11 digits are used. * represents an interference. _ represents no interference. In this example it looks like you have interference at 1395, 1430 and 1435 MHz MHz is free from interference. Example 3 – 90 MHz Scan Range = 6MHz steps after first digit The first digit is each digit after represents +6MHz, starting at 1385 on the left and finishing at 1475 on the right. 16 digits are used. * represents an interference. _ represents no interference. In this example it looks like you have interference at 1403, 1451 and 1457 MHz MHz is free from interference. In these examples, there are other signals present but nothing close to your receive frequency. The diplexer will filter out those frequencies. General Rule: Any interference within 10 MHz of your Rx Frequency – request new operating frequencies. Any interference outside 10 MHz of your Rx Frequency – monitor your BER. 1385.0/ MHz _ _ * _ _ _ _ _ _ * * 2. Rx Freq MHz Link Rate 8192 kbps 1385.0/ MHz _ _ _ * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ * * _ _ _ 3. Rx Freq MHz Link Rate kbps PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 24

Operator Initiated Test – Data1/Data2 Input Loop
Loops input signals back to their source Helps identify intermittent faults and problems between LOS and Switch, to include settings and equipment DATA1/DATA2 INPUT LOOP Can be run in any operating Mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to DATA1 INPUT LOOP or DATA2 INPUT LOOP then press SEL. To end test, press SEL then press SEL when you see TEST MODE off flashing. Note: LOS operator will not see any results from this test, the sender (switch) will see the results. Why use DATA INPUT LOOP? Data and clocking coming to the radio are looped back to the sender. If the sender cannot see its signal back, then a cable or other equipment between the sender and the radio is faulty. This is a useful tool to troubleshoot between shelters. What happens? The radio acts as a passive loopback. All data rate settings on the radio are ignored. The test does not generate any pattern. Not to be confused with the DATA CABLE TQM. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 25

Operator Initiated Test – Link TQM
Creates a test pattern that is sent over the air to be analyzed by the distant end radio Tests the quality of the link measured in BER LINK TQM TQM (Transmission Quality Measurement) Must be run in TRAFFIC Mode and in-sync to perform this test. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to LINK TQM then press SEL. How to monitor? Press F1 and monitor BER value. To end test, press SEL then press SEL when you see TEST MODE off flashing. Why use LINK TQM? This test was designed to verify the quality of the link over the air. When in TRAFFIC, BER is measured by adding one TQM bit to every four bit packet, and these TQM bits are measured at the distant end radio. Therefore only 20% of normal traffic data is measured. LINK TQM will generate a five TQM bit packet, and these TQM bits are measured at the distant end radio. Therefore 100% of possible traffic data is measured. Radios at both ends of the link must be in TRAFFIC Mode and in-sync. When a Link TQM test is set to ON at the local radio, the distant radio will automatically go into TQM test mode. The green test LED on the display unit will be ON to alert the operator that the test is being performed. This feature is only available in HCLOS operating type, in OTAC type see TEST TQM. This test cannot be performed when the Radio Mode is AEOW or DEOW. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 26

Operator Initiated Test – Test TQM
Creates a test pattern that is sent over the air to be analyzed by both radio sets Tests the quality of the link measured in BER AN/GRC-245 AN/GRC-226 TEST TQM Must be run in STANDBY Mode perform this test. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to TEST TQM then press SEL. Monitor BER value. To end test, press EXIT. Why use TEST TQM? This test was designed to verify the quality of the link over the air for OTAC radio type. When in OTAC TRAFFIC Mode, BER is not measured at all. When in TEST TQM the Tx side will generate an internal pattern and send it to the distant end radio. On the Rx side, the output is fed to the pattern detector for verification (shown as BER). Therefore it is possible to measure the link quality. Note: The OTAC radio must be in STANDBY Mode and the AN/GRC-226 radio must be in data with a Test running. The OTAC Radio will show a receive level and BER, the AN/GRC-226 will show the quality of the link measured by an E-1 to E-6. E-1 to E-4 will result in an alarm (BAD LINK) E-5 with an alarm (BAD LINK) E-5 without an alarm (ACCEPTABLE LINK) E-6 no alarms (BEST POSSIBLE LINK) The green test LED on the display unit will be ON to alert the operator that the test is being performed. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 27

Operator Initiated Test – Loopback TQM
Creates a test pattern that is sent over the air to be analyzed by both radio sets Tests the quality of the link measured in BER AN/GRC-245 AN/GRC-226 LOOPBACK TQM Must be run in STANDBY Mode perform this test. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to LOOPBACK TQM then press SEL. Monitor BER value. To end test, press EXIT. Why use LOOPBACK TQM? This test was designed to verify the quality of the link over the air for OTAC radio type. When in OTAC TRAFFIC Mode, BER is not measured at all. When in LOOPBACK TQM the Rx side will feed the internal test pattern to the pattern detector and loop it to the Tx side for retransmission to the distant end radio. On the Rx side, the output is fed to the pattern detector for verification (shown as BER). Therefore it is possible to measure the link quality. Note: The OTAC radio must be in STANDBY Mode and the AN/GRC-226 radio must be in data with a or Test running. The OTAC Radio will show a receive level and BER, the AN/GRC-226 will show the quality of the link measured by an E-1 to E-6. E-1 to E-4 will result in an alarm (BAD LINK) E-5 with an alarm (BAD LINK) E-5 without an alarm (ACCEPTABLE LINK) E-6 no alarms (BEST POSSIBLE LINK) The green test LED on the display unit will be ON to alert the operator that the test is being performed. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 28

Operator Initiated Test – Handset Loop Analog
Provides feedback from the radio by sending a tone to the earpiece Complete the handset test by pressing the Push To Talk Switch and speaking into the mouthpiece, you should hear yourself Helps identify problems with handset HANDSET LOOP ANALOG Can be run from any operating mode. How to get there? Press arrow to get to TEST MODE then press SEL. Scroll to HANDSET LOOP ANALOG then press SEL. To end test, press SEL then press SEL when you see TEST MODE off flashing. Caution: Tone is loud and you may hear feedback when you press the Push To Talk button. This test is similar to the Handset Loop test except that a single Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) number 9 tone is used to drive the handset speaker. The volume is set to maximum during the test but will return to the original level when the test is completed. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 29

Check-On-Learning What operator initiated test is used when you have an internal alarm? Answer: Radio Unit PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 30

RFU Initial Location (for all data rates and antenna arrangements)
Fade Margin (1 of 2) Shows where/when link failure may occur Identifies the ability of the link to handle signal fading RFU Initial Location (for all data rates and antenna arrangements) Band I Distance (Km) Band III+ Inside Shelter Up to 30 Km Up to 20 Km Base of Mast Greater than 30 Km Greater than 20 Km Line Of Sight (LOS) links are subject to time variations in receive level known as fading. The amount of fading increases with distance, frequency, and poor atmospheric conditions. Successful transmission of data requires the radio link to achieve and maintain a Bit Error Rate (BER) better than 1E-6. In general, a fade margin of at least 10dB is required in Band I and a margin of at least 20dB is required in Band III+. Factors such as obstacle clearance, length of RF cable(s) from RFU to antenna, environment, data rate and frequency will affect the link quality. Determination of the links ability to withstand the effects of fading requires the operator to check the available fade margin. In general terms, the fade margin is the difference between the received signal strength (in dB) from the highest level and the received level threshold at which transmission errors are encountered in the link. For example, a receive level of –69 dBm at full power and a threshold level of –85 dBm gives a fade margin of 16 dBm. The RFU can be deployed either inside the shelter or at the base of the mast. To determine the RFU Initial location for deployment, use the slide’s table as a guideline. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 31

Fade Margin (2 of 2) Fade Margin Test Example Rx Fade Margin
To verify the ability of the link to handle signal fading, perform the following test to determine the Fade Margin: For Rx Fade Margin Test Ensure the two radios are in TRAFFIC mode and in-sync then set the remote power level to MANUAL 9 in the Remote Control/Remote Power menu. Record the local receive level and BER. Lower the remote power level (1 level at a time) until the local BER reaches 1.0E-06 or until remote power level is at 1 and local BER still shows 0, then record the local receive level and BER. The Rx fade margin (in dBm) is the difference between the local receive level recorded at remote power level MANUAL 9 and the last power level recorded while still maintaining a BER of 1.0E-06 or better. Return the remote power level back to its optimum receive level (-65dBm to -75dBm, 0 BER). CAUTION: Adjust only 1 power level at a time, then record the results. When adjusting the remote power level, you could actually cause the link to go Out Of Sync, losing the link. For Tx Fade Margin Test Set the local power level to MANUAL 9. Record the remote receive level and BER. Lower the local power level (1 level at a time) until the remote BER reaches 1.0E-06 or until local power level is at 1 and remote BER still shows 0, then record the remote receive level and BER. The Tx fade margin (in dBm) is the difference between the remote receive level recorded at local power level MANUAL 9 and the last power level recorded while still maintaining a BER of 1.0E-06 or better. Return the local power level back to its optimum receive level (-65dBm to -75dBm, 0 BER). The example shows remote power level 9 stepped down to 3, since power level 3 was a failing BER this is not included as the ability to fade. Therefore, results were taken from power level 9 to power level 4 (-76dBm to -91dBm) = 15dBm fade. The remote power level was then adjusted back accordingly. Rx Fade Margin -76dBm to -91dBm = 15dBm ability to fade Tx Fade Margin Tx Fade Margin -78dBm to -93dBm = 15dBm ability to fade PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 32

Check-On-Learning When would an operator deploy a Band I radio to Base of Mast? Answer: When the distance between radios is greater than 30Km PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 4 33

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Module 5 Networking Basics
PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 01

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate the basic concepts of IP Networking and its purpose CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student has demonstrated knowledge of the basic concepts of IP Networking by correctly answering three out of four Check-on-Learning questions. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 02 115

Enabling Objectives Describe IP Network and its components
Describe the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers Identify the process of how a FRAME is built Describe the purpose of a MAC address Describe the purpose of an IP address Explain the purpose of Local Area Network (LAN) and Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Describe the various types of networking cables Explain the process of a HyperTerminal session PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 03

IP Network and Its Components
End-user perspective of a Network Wireless Router Modem The Internet Laptop Components of a commercial network; including a personal laptop, a wireless router, and a modem which connects users to the internet. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 04 117

What is a Network? A Network is a collection of hardware components and computers interconnected by communication channels that allow sharing of resources and information. The public switched telephone network (PSTN) is the network of the world's public circuit-switched telephone networks. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 05 118

The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
Application Presentation Session Transport TCP/UDP Segment Network Packets MAC Address The OSI model was meant to help vendors create interoperable network devices and software in the form of protocols so that different vendor networks could work with each other. Media Access Control (MAC) Data Link Layers- combines bits into bytes and bytes into frames. The data layer ensure that messages are delivered to the proper device on a Local Area Network (LAN) using hardware addresses Data Link Frames Physical Bits PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 06

Check-On-Learning What is Layer 2 of the OSI Model? A. Transport Layer
B. Physical Layer C. Application Layer D. Data Link Layer Answer: Data Link Layer PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 07

FRAME – Data Encapsulation
Source Port Destination IP Data Segment Segment Source IP Destination Protocol Packet Packet FCS Destination MAC Source Ether-field Packet Frame A packet is passed down to the Data Link Layer (Layer 2), where it is encapsulated and given a source and destination MAC address. The Data Link Layer receives the packets from the Network Layer and places them on the network medium such as cable or wireless medium. The Data Link Layer encapsulates each packet in a frame and the MAC header carries the source Mac address and destination Mac address. If the device is on a different network, then the frame is sent to a router to be routed through an internetwork. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 08 121

Media Access Control Addresses (1 of 2)
24 BITS 24 BITS VENDOR CODE SERIAL NUMBER 0000.0c ROM RAM A Media Access Control address (MAC address) is a identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications on the physical network segment. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 09

Media Access Control Addresses (2 of 2)
Frame sent from came in from Fa 0/1 Forward out Fa 0/2 Frame Dest Fa0/1 Fa 0/3 Frame SWITCH Fa 0/2 Fa 0/4 Address Table Fa 0/1 Fa 0/2 Fa 0/3 Fa 0/4 The above diagram shows Frame sent from one MAC address to another. The Data Link Layer receives the packets from the Network Layer and places them on the network medium such as cable or wireless medium. The Data Link Layer encapsulates each packet in a frame and the MAC header carries the source Mac address and destination Mac address. If the device is on a different network, then the frame is sent to a router to be routed through an internetwork. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 10 123

Check-On-Learning Define a MAC Address
Answer: A Media Access Control address (MAC address) is a identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications on the physical network segment. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 11

Internet Protocol Address (1 of 2)
Is made up of four octets Each octet is eight bits in length Each IP Address is 32 bits in length An IP Address is made up of four octets and an octet is eight bits in length. Each IP Address is 32 bits in length as shown in the gray figure above. The 32 bit IP Address is the binary number. The zeros indicate which bits are turned off and the one indicates which bits are turned on. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 12 125

Internet Protocol address (2 of 2)
What network are we in? Network Number Host Number Which user on that network are we? Network - Uniquely identifies each network. Each computer on the same network will share the network address. Host - Is the address given to the workstation, other computer , or device that is connected to the LAN. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 13 126

Local Area Network (LAN) Example of Local Area Network
SW - 1 S1 Shop SW - 2 S2 Shop SW - 3 Three separate LAN S3 Shop A LAN can generally be defined as a broadcast domain. Hubs, bridges or switches in the same physical segment or segments connect all end node devices. End nodes can communicate with each other without the need for a router. Communications with devices on other LAN segments requires the use of a router. Example of Local Area Network PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 14 127

Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
SW - 1 One Physical Ethernet Interface SW - 2 S1 Shop S2 Shop SW - 3 S3 Shop Example of switching utilizing sub interfaces on the router. Users for all VLANs can now be dispersed throughout the switching topology. VLANs can be viewed as a group of devices on different physical LAN segments which can communicate with each other as if they were all on the same physical LAN segment. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 15

RF Data Flow Across VLANs
1 1 VLAN 345 VLAN 345 2 2 3 3 VLAN 245 VLAN 245 VLAN 245 VLAN 345 VLAN 345 VLAN 245 VLAN 245 VLAN 245 Data from JNN Host 1 runs through JNN1 and exits on VLAN 245 Data enters TRC-190 IE3000 switch and forwards onto Fortress Fortress encrypts data, translates VLAN, and forwards back to IE3000 on VLAN 345 Data traverses on VLAN 345 through HCLOS#1 to remote TRC-190 HCLOS#1 Data reaches JNN Host2 in reverse fashion Key Points Each radio on TRC-190F(V)3 has HCLOS on dedicated VLAN HCLOS#1 -> VLAN345 HCLOS#2 -> VLAN346 HCLOS#3 -> VLAN347 From JNN point of view, VLANs dedicated per radio link are as follows HCLOS#1 -> VLAN245 HCLOS#2 -> VLAN246 HCLOS#3 -> VLAN247 Fortress encrypts data and translates from 245->345, etc. Host LAN VLAN 245 Host LAN PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 16

Check-On-Learning What are VLANs?
Answer: VLANs can be viewed as a group of devices on different physical LAN segments which can communicate with each other as if they were all on the same physical LAN segment. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 17

Check-On-Learning What is a LAN?
Answer: A LAN can be defined as a broadcast domain PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 18

Networking Cables - Fiber
TFOCA I - Tactical Fiber Optic Cable Assembly TFOCA II - Tactical Fiber Optic Cable Assembly II Figure (left): TFOCA I fiber cable Figure (right): TFOCA II fiber cable PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 19

Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) with RJ-45 connectors
Networking Cables – Ethernet Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) with RJ-45 connectors Standard Max Length Speed Type IEEE802.3u 100 meters 100Meg Twisted pair/Fast Ethernet IEEE802.3z/ab 100 Meters 1 Gig Twisted pair Pins 1 & 2 Transmit – PC/RTR Pins 3 & 6 Receive – PC/RTR Pins 1 & 2 Receive –Switch Pins 3 & 6 Transmit – Switch Cross Over – switch to switch / router to router / PC to router Straight Through – switch to router / PC to switch Ethernet cable is also known as a CAT5 cable PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 20

Networking Cables – Console Cable
Used in conjunction with DB-9 to connect to the console port on Networking devices Note: Console cable is also called a Management or Roll-Over Cable PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 21

HyperTerminal (1 of 3) From Desktop - Click Start > All Programs > Communications > HyperTerminal PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 22

HyperTerminal (2 of 3) This opens a new HyperTerminal Connection Description window – Enter a connection name (i.e. HCLOS) and click OK. This opens the Connect To window PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 23

HyperTerminal (3 of 3) Click the Connect using dropdown selector and choose your connection (most cases this is COM1) and click OK. This opens the Connection Properties Port Settings window, then click Restore Defaults. This sets the Bits per second at a 9600 baud rate, the Data bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop bits to 1 and Flow control to None. Click OK. This will open a HyperTerminal console connection/session to the device that you hooked the management / console / roll-over cable to. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 5 24

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Module 6 New Equipment - AN/TRC-190F(V)3
PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 01

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate the basic functionality of the AN/TRC-190F(V)3 CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student correctly configures the patching, switches, and Fortress IAW Practical Exercise Module 3 within two hours and 45 minutes PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 02 140

Enabling Objectives Describe the Block Diagram
Describe the Signal Entry Panel (SEP) Identify the Fiber Patch Panel Describe the IE3000 switch Describe the ES Fortress Describe the IP Relay PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 03

Block Diagram This slide depicts the signal flow of the AN/TRC-190F(V)3 shelter PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 04

Signal Entry Panel (SEP)
These are the ports associated with the SEP PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 05

Fiber Patch Panel G1/1 – Colorless Core 100FX G1/2 – NIPR Core 1000LX
The TFOCA-II source for the IP switch, Flexmux and CDIM is made at the fiber patch panel. The default patches are shown. FOBA-1 is J1 on the SEP FOBA-2 is J2 on the SEP FOBA-3 is J3 on the SEP FOBA-4 is J4 on the SEP and it goes directly to the Flexmux as TFOCA I PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 06 G1/1 – Colorless Core 100FX G1/2 – NIPR Core LX 144

Fiber Patch Loopbacks Fiber Patch loopbacks are also classified as internal and external These figures show all possible patch loops and they are as follows: Left – external loopback through the TFOCA II back to the TCN/JNN/SSS Right – internal loopback sends the signals back to the CDIM- port A or CDIM – port B Never loop back the FOBA-1 or G 1/1 or G1/2 as these are IP devices and may result in network collisions. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 6 07 145

IE 3000 Switch & Expansion Module Connectors and Indicators (1 of 2)
Switch (Left side) Power/Relay connection Power connector for PWR A 10/100 Base-T Port RJ-45 connector LINK/ACT LED Off - No link Solid Green - Link present Blinking Green - Activity, port is sending or receiving data Blinking Amber - A link blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is sending or receiving data Alternating Green/Amber - Link fault Solid Amber - Port is not forwarding. Port disabled by management, and address violation or STP 4. POWER A or B LED On when Unit powered at connector A or B Ground screw Protective Ground connection Compact Flash Mem Card Stores switch settings Setup LED Off - Switch is configured as a managed switch Solid Green - Switch is in initial setup Blinking Green - Switch is in initial setup, in recovery or incomplete Solid Red - Switch failed to start initial setup SFP Module Port Installation location for Fiber conversion SFP Module RJ-45 Indicator Lit when RJ-45 port in use, see item 3 for meanings Fast Ethernet (Fa) 1/1 – 1/8 Fa 2/1 – 2/8 GIG 1/1 & GIG 1/2 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 08 146

IE 3000 Switch & Expansion Module Connectors and Indicators (2 of 2)
SFP Indicator Lit when SFP module installed, see item 3 for meanings RJ-45 Connector Installation location for RJ-45 connector Console Port RJ-45 connector for switch setup Alarm LED Off - Alarms not configured or switch is off Green - Alarms are configured Blinking Red - Switch has detected a major alarm Red - Switch has detected a minor alarm 14. System LED Off - System not powered on Green - System is operating normally Red - System is not functioning normally 15. Power/Relay connection Power connector for PWR B Expansion Module (Right side) 10/100 Base-T Port RJ-45 connecter location LINK/ACT LED Off - No link Solid Green - Link present Green (blinking) - Activity, port is sending or receiving data Amber (blinking) - A link blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is sending or receiving data Alternating Green/Amber - Link fault Solid Amber - Port is not forwarding. Port disabled by management, and address violation or STP Fa 1/1 – 1/8 Fa 2/1 – 2/8 GIG 1/1 & 1/2 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 09 147

IE 3000 Switch Port Assignments
Type Connect To VLAN Mode Sp/Dup F1/1 Ethernet LOS1 WAN 345 Access 100/FULL F1/2 LOS2 WAN 346 F1/3 LOS3 WAN 347 F1/4 LOS1 NMC 222 F1/5 LOS2 NMC F1/6 LOS3 NMC F1/7 SEP F1/7 F1/8 SEP F1/8 G1/1 FIBER 100FX ALL Trunk Trunk ALL = 58, 222, G1/1 – G1/2 Media-type SFP G1/1 – Colorless Core G1/2 – NIPR Core G1/2 FIBER 1000BLX ALL Trunk PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 10 148

Type Connect To VLAN Mode Sp/Dup F2/1 Ethernet WAN ES2440 Trunk 100/FULL F2/2 LAN ES2440 F2/3 FLEXMUX 222 Access F2/4 Management F2/5 F2/6 F2/7 F2/8 Management PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 11 149

Switch Basics Segments (devices) connect to a switch
Supports multiple dedicated segments Switch forwards the frame to the appropriate segments Switching allows the network to maintain Full-Duplex Ethernet Uses MAC addresses Ports may run at Half-Duplex or Full-Duplex Powering up the switch will automatically load its Internetwork Operating System (IOS) The switch will then run diagnostics and load its configuration file from Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) This file is called the startup-configuration and is stored on a memory chip, which is recalled when the power is applied The configuration is then moved to the running-configuration which the switch uses to operate, this is lost when the power is turned off PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 12

Command Line Interface (CLI)
Mechanism for interacting with an operating system or software Type commands to perform specific tasks Text only method of interacting with a device Need to know two things: Where you are inside the CLI environment What commands are at your disposal The Cisco IE3000 switch uses IOS software with extensive CLI help facilities For word help, enter ? Following one or more characters to get a list of commands that begin with a particular character sequence For command syntax help, enter ? In the place of a keyword or argument including a space before the “?” If you enter a command incorrectly, a caret (^) marks the point of the error Completing commands or short cuts can be accomplished by using the Tab Key PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 13

Access & Trunk Ports An Access port belongs to and carries the traffic of only one VLAN Trunks ports are used to connect switches or routers and allow multiple VLAN information to pass through the network Trunks may only be connected to Trunks Example of Access port: interface FastEthernet0/1/0 description Access switchport access vlan 345 no cdp enable duplex full speed 100 Example of Trunk port: interface FastEthernet0/1/3 description Trunk switchport trunk allowed vlan 1,222, switchport mode trunk PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 14 152

Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) Server
The TFTP server allows for a very simple and non-complex automatic file transfer between different machines in a local networking setup In this course you will be utilizing the SolarWinds.Net TFTP Server PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 15 153

Fortress ES 2440-0 Encryptor Connectors and Indicators
Serial Port Allows for connection of a terminal device for programming POWER LED Illuminates when unit is powered on STATUS LED Indicates operational parameters Reset Remove screw, press button to restore default configuration Ethernet 3 Port 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port #3 (LAN VLANS ) Ethernet 1 status LED Indicates Link/activity status of Port 1 (WAN) Ethernet 2 status LED Indicates Link/activity status of Port 2 Ethernet 3 status LED Indicates Link/activity status of Port 3 (LAN) DC Power Connector for 28Vdc power Ethernet 1 port 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port #1 (WAN VLANS ) S1 For Future Use S2 For Future Use S3 For Future Use Ethernet 2 port 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port #2 (GUI/ Management VLAN 222) S4 For Future Use GPS Rear connector for GPS timing source PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 16 154

Fortress ES 2440-0 Encryptor and Infrastructure Mesh Point
Ruggedized for outdoor and Military Applications Throughput: 500 Mbps Management: Secure Browser-based Graphical User Interface (GUI), Serial CLI (physical access) and Secure Socket Shell (SSH) for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) monitoring Interfaces: Ethernet 3 x 10/100/1000BT 1 x RJ-45 connector (Serial) Power: 10 to 32 VDC POE+ (802.3at) In the configuration for your shelters the Fortress will serve as a VLAN mapping device and an encryptor of IP data NOTE: The Cisco IE3000 Switch does not provide POE PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 17

Fortress ES 2440-0 Configuration using HyperTerminal or GUI
From factory default settings: Login (admin / admin) Set password (bluebirdbluebird) Login (admin / bluebirdbluebird) Accept License Agreement <CTRL-C> then Y Set bridging mode and network settings Setup interface, VLANS, and VLAN maps These are the basic steps used to configure the Fortress The password – bluebirdbluebird will be used in this training course When using the GUI you have to set your network connection on your laptop to reside in the same network as the Fortress The factory default IP address of the Fortress is with a SubNet of PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 18

Fortress ES 2440-0 Basic HyperTerminal Commands
Show running -config -enkey (any eight characters i.e ) Show device Show interface Show vlan Show vlanmap Show clients These are some of the basic HyperTerminal commands used to help troubleshoot the Fortress PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 19

IP Relay IP RELAY LOS V3 only
The switch bracket contains a pair of RJ-45 couplers connected by a crossover ethernet cable, simply removing the desired pair of radio ethernet cables from the switch and relocating them to these couplers will create a relay path. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training - Module 6 20 158

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Module 7 New Equipment - AN/TRC-190E(V)1

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate the basic functionality of the AN/TRC-190E(V)1 CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student has demonstrated knowledge and purpose of the AN/TRC-190E(V)1 by correctly answering 3 out of 4 Check-on-Learning questions PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 02 161

Enabling Objectives Identify the shelter layout
Describe the Block Diagram Describe the Signal Entry Panel (SEP) Identify the Fiber Patch Panel and available loopbacks Describe the IE3000 switch Describe the ES Fortress Describe the CTM-100/C Protocol Converter Describe the DC to AC Inverter PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 03

Shelter Layout – Curbside / Roadside
This slide depicts the shelter equipment locations / layout PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 04

Block Diagram This slide depicts the signal flow of the AN/TRC-190E(V)1 shelter PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 05

Signal Entry Panel (SEP)
LAN F1/7 RJ45 connector for access to shelter IP switch port 7 LAN F1/8 RJ45 connector for access to shelter IP switch port 8 TFOCA II (J3) Fiber channel to CTM-100/C port B CDIM Coax connector for conditioned diphase signals to CDIM port A Ground (E1) Ground point for SEP LOS 1 RF output from HCLOS radio TFOCA II (J2) Fiber channel to CTM-100/C port A TFOCA II (J1) Fiber channel to IP switch Gig-E port PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 06

Check-On-Learning What is the only device that can interface with Coax (CX-11230)? Answer: CDIM port A. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 07

Fiber Patch Panel SPEED 100FX G1/1 – Colorless Core 1000LX
The TFOCA-II source for the IP switch and CDIM is made at the fiber patch panel. The default patches are shown FOBA-1 is J1 on the SEP FOBA-2 is J2 on the SEP FOBA-3 is J3 on the SEP PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 08 SPEED 100FX 1000LX G1/1 – Colorless Core G1/2 – NIPR Core 167

Fiber Patch Loopbacks Fiber Patch loopbacks are also classified as internal and external These figures show all possible patch loops and they are as follows: Left – external loopback through the TFOCA II back to the BnCPN Right – internal loopback sends the signals back to the CDIM- port A or CDIM – port B Never loop back the FOBA-1 or G 1/1 or G1/2 as these are IP devices and may result in network collisions. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 09 168

IE 3000 Switch Connectors and Indicators
Power/Relay connection Power connector for PWR A 10/100 Base-T Port RJ-45 connector LINK/ACT LED Off - No link Solid Green - Link present Blinking Green - Activity, port is sending or receiving data Blinking Amber - A link blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is sending or receiving data Alternating Green/Amber - Link fault Solid Amber - Port is not forwarding. Port disabled by management, and address violation or STP 4. POWER A or B LED On when Unit powered at connector A or B Ground screw Protective Ground connection Compact Flash Memory Stores switch settings Setup LED Off - Switch is configured as a managed switch Solid Green - Switch is in initial setup Blinking Green - Switch is in initial setup, in recovery or incomplete Solid Red - Switch failed to start initial setup SFP Module Port Installation location for Fiber conversion SFP Module RJ-45 Indicator Lit when RJ-45 port in use, see item 3 for meanings SFP Indicator Lit when SFP module installed, see item 3 for meanings RJ-45 Connector Installation location for RJ-45 connector Console Port RJ-45 connector for switch setup Alarm LED Off - Alarms not configured or switch is off Green - Alarms are configured Blinking Red - Switch has detected a major alarm Red - Switch has detected a minor alarm 14. System LED Off - System not powered on Green - System is operating normally Red - System is not functioning normally 15. Power/Relay connection Power connector for PWR B PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 10

Type Connect To VLAN Mode Sp/Dup F1/1 Ethernet LOS WAN 345 Access 100/FULL F1/2 Ethernet LOS WAN 346 Access 100/FULL F1/3 Ethernet LOS WAN 347 Access 100/FULL F1/4 Ethernet LOS NMC 222 Access 100/FULL F1/5 Ethernet WAN ES2440 Trunk 100/FULL F1/6 Ethernet LAN ES2440 Trunk 100/FULL F1/7 Ethernet SEP F1/7 222 Access 100/FULL F1/8 Ethernet SEP F1/8 222 Access 100/FULL G1/1 FIBER 100FX ALL Trunk G1/1 – Colorless Core G1/2 – NIPR Core G1/2 FIBER 1000BLX ALL Trunk Trunk ALL = 58, 222, G1/1- G1/2 Media-type SFP PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 11 170

Check-On-Learning What does a blinking green Link/Act LED mean?
Answer: Activity, port is sending or receiving data. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 12

Fortress ES 2440-0 Encryptor Connectors and Indicators
Serial Port Allows for connection of a terminal device for programming POWER LED Illuminates when unit is powered on STATUS LED Indicates operational parameters Reset Remove screw, press button to restore default configuration Ethernet 3 Port 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port #3 (LAN VLANS ) Ethernet 1 status LED Indicates Link/activity status of Port 1 (WAN) Ethernet 2 status LED Indicates Link/activity status of Port 2 Ethernet 3 status LED Indicates Link/activity status of Port 3 (LAN) DC Power Connector for 28Vdc power Ethernet 1 port 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port #1 (WAN VLANS ) S1 For Future Use S2 For Future Use S3 For Future Use Ethernet 2 port 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port #2 (GUI/Management VLAN 222) S4 For Future Use GPS Rear connector for GPS timing source PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 13 172

Check-On-Learning What ethernet port is used for the WAN side of the Fortress? Answer: Ethernet port #1. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 14

Protocol Converter (CTM-100/C)
The controls, indicators, connectors, and configuration for the CTM-100/C will be covered in Module 8 This device is also referred to as CDIM PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 15

DC to AC Inverter This device is used to power the CTM-100/C 1
Monitoring Port D-sub 9 connector for remote monitoring 2 Power Switch and Indicator Main power switch with integrated lamp indicator 3 Breaker Provides protection for over current (3A) or short circuit conditions 4 110V socket Socket to connect 110V AC devices PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 16

KYB-701 (Buffer) Controls, Indicators and Connectors
This device is used for external orderwire through the radio link KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION______________ 1 POWER switch Used to turn power to the KYB-701 and indicator on or off. An internal LED on the switch indicates when power is on 2 ALARM LED indicator (Red) Indicates when the buffer has reached the “All Full” or “All Empty” condition after PTT activation. Releasing the PTT will reset the buffer 3 CALL ALERT Indicates when the remote-end operator has initiated a call by activating the PTT switch on the handset. The alarm is synchronized with the flashing of the Radio LED indicator 4 Audible Alarm Indicator *Note: KY-57 Buffer will store up to eight minutes of speech PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 17

Installation and Initialization References
Shelter and power unit emplacement (WP0006) Shelter ground rods (WP0007) DC Power up (WP0007) AC Power up (WP0007) Power Cable PU-751/M (WP0007) or PU-797A (WP0007) Shelter AC power switchover (WP0007) INITIALIZATION AN/GRC-245A Radios (WP0008) CTM-100/C (WP0008) KYB-701 (WP0008) KY-57 (WP0008) IE 3000 Switch (WP0008) Fortress ES (WP0008) This slide is a student reference to the Technical Manual NOTE: All references taken from TM PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 18

Check-On-Learning What TM Work Packet is used to power up the shelter only on DC? Answer: Work Packet - WP0007. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 7 19

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Module 8 Legacy - AN/TRC-190(V)

Learning Objective ACTION: Demonstrate an understanding of the Legacy AN/TRC-190 (V) shelter CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, the student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student correctly configures the FLEXMUX and the CTM-100/C IAW Practical Exercise Module 8 within one hour PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 02 181

Enabling Objectives Describe the equipment layout of the AN/TRC-190 (V) Legacy Shelter Describe the controls, indicators, and connectors of the KYB-703 (Buffer) Describe the controls and indicators of the KY-57 Encryption Unit Identify the connectors on the breakout panel and patching panel Configure the FLEXMUX into operation Configure the CTM-100/C into operation Explain system troubleshooting and signal flow PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 03

Equipment Layout - Curbside
The figure above depicts the Curbside view of the AN/TRC-190F (V)3. FLEXMUX KYB-703 Buffer CTM-100/C IP Encrypter KY-57 Communication Security Handset H-350/U IP Switch AN/GRC-245A (V)3 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 04

Equipment Layout - Roadside
The figure above depicts the Roadside view of the AN/TRC-190F (V)3. Regulator / Battery Charger Battery Bank Power Entry Panel Circuit Beaker Panel Power Panel RFU Carry Harnesses PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 05

KYB-703 (Buffer) Controls, Indicators and Connectors
KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION______________ POWER switch Used to turn power to the KYB-703 and indicator on or off. An internal LED on the switch indicates when power is on RADIO 1/ 2/ 3 Indicates which of the radios LED indicators (Green) is actively providing traffic RADIO 1/ 2/ 3 Used to select which of the radios Selector switch will be connected to the KY-57 CALL ALERT Indicates when the remote-end operator Audible Alarm Indicator has initiated a call by activating the PTT switch on the handset. The alarm is synchronized with the flashing of the RADIO 1/ 2/ 3 LED indicator ALARM LED indicator (Red) Indicates when the buffer has reached the “All Full” or “All Empty” condition after PTT activation. Releasing the PTT will reset the buffer *Note: KY-57 Buffer will store up to eight minutes of speech PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 06

KY-57 Encryption Unit Controls and Indicators
KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION___________________ 1 PULL rotary switch Selects cryptonet variables to be filled or zeroized 1,2,3,4,5,6 Cryptonet variables available to be filled Z Selects variables 1 through 5 to be zeroized Z ALL Selects all variables to be zeroized 2 MODE rotary switch Allows one of the following modes to be selected: P Selects plain voice mode C Selects cipher text mode LD Selects load mode RV Selects receive variables mode 3 VOLUME (rotary switch) Controls voice volume level 4 OFF/ON/TD(rotary switch) Turns power on and off. Selects time delay PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 07

Breakout Panel and TFOCA Patching
The default patch configuration is as follows: • DTG1 cabled to LOS1B – interfaces the Flexmux at mux 2, port 1 (not used in the JNN/TCN/SSS) • DTG2 cabled to LOS1A – interfaces the Flexmux at mux 2, port 2 • DTG3 cabled to LOS2A – interfaces the Flexmux at mux 2, port 3 • DTG4 cabled to LOS3A – interfaces the Flexmux at mux 2, port 4 • DTG5 not cabled – interfaces the Flexmux at mux 2, port 5 (not used in the JNN/TCN/SSS) • CTM-1A cabled to LOS2B – interfaces port A of the CTM-100/C • CTM-1B cabled to LOS 3B – interfaces port B of the CTM-100/C • MUX/DSC not cabled – interfaces the Flexmux at mux 2, port 6 & 7 (not used) • Relay ports A and B not cabled – for interconnecting serial data between 2 radios for relay operations To connect any specific radio data port for a specific data source simply disconnect the plug and relocate it to the desired data path. For relay operations, relocate the two radio data cables to either relay A or relay B as needed to link the radio data ports together. The TFOCA source for FLEXMUX operation is also made at the breakout panel. Here the operator patches either TFOCA I or TFOCA II to the FLEXMUX based on the type of cable interfaced to the JNN/TCN/SSS Note: The normal cable connected to the JNN/TCN/SSS’s Flexmux is TFOCA I PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 08

TFOCA to Flexmux Patching
The TFOCA source for FLEXMUX operation is also made at the breakout panel. Here the operator patches either TFOCA I or TFOCA II to the FLEXMUX Note: The normal cable connected to the JNN/TCN/SSS’s Flexmux is TFOCA I PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 09

Installation and Initialization References
All references taken from TM INSTALLATION Shelter and power unit emplacement (WP0006) Shelter ground rods (WP0007) DC Power up: DC power cable W2 and DC power up procedures (WP0007) AC Power up: Power unit ground rods (WP0007) Power Cable PU-751/M (WP0007) or PU-797A (WP0007) Shelter AC power switchover (WP0007) INITIALIZATION AN/GRC-245A Radios (WP0008) Flexmux (WP0008) CTM-100/C (WP0008) KYB-703 (WP0008) KY-57 (WP0008) Use TM : Power up shelter using AC and DC power Install ground rods Initialize the AN/GRC 245A Initialize FLEXMUX Initialize CTM-100/C Initialize KYB-703 Initialize KY-57 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 10

FLEXMUX (1 of 2) The figure above depicts the front panel of the FLEXMUX PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 11

FLEXMUX (2 of 2) Description and Purpose of the Flexmux Indicators
Programming Connecting to the Flexmux Command Line Interface (CLI) Navigation Command Tree / Basic Commands Configuring the Flexmux Loopbacks Internal External Use Handout: Description and purpose of the FLEXMUX Describe the Indicator Program the FLEXMUX and using the Command Line Interface Perform internal and external Loopbacks PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 12

FLEXMUX Description and Purpose
Model TD-1475(P)/U used for multiple data transmission groups across a single cable to and from the JNN / TCN / SSS Fiber Optic Modem (FOM) and Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (MUX/DEMUX) circuit cards are combined in one chassis FOM – For fiber optic data stream (light pulses) to be modulated into a balanced NRZ (Non-Return to Zero) data stream and vice-versa. Can handle aggregate data rates up to Mbps MUX/DEMUX Multiplexer takes many balanced NRZ signals and combines them into a single balanced NRZ data stream Demultiplexer takes a single balanced NRZ data stream and converts them into many balanced NRZ signals The Flexmux inside of the F(V)3 shelter is DC only There are three mux interfaces on the mux card inside of the Flexmux Every mux has seven ports We only use mux 2 All ports in mux 1 and mux 3 are shutdown In mux 2, while ports 1 through 7 are available, only ports 2, 3 and 4 will be used to interface with the JNN / TCN / SSS Port 1 is not wired in the JNN / TCN / SSS, ports 5, 6 and 7 are not used at all The breakout panel inside of the shelter lists ports as DTGs, these terms are interchangeable or synonymous, remember that these DTGs refer to the ports in mux 2 only The Username and Password to access the Flexmux are both “admin” The IP Address of the Flexmux is The Subnet Mask is or ffffff00 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 5 13

FLEXMUX Indicators PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 14
1. Fan Fault LEDs (red): FAN 1, FAN 2, and FAN 3 Corresponding indicator illuminates if fan fails to provide cooling air 2. Power Circuit Breaker/Switch Applies power to and overload protection from the FlexMux 3. Output Voltage Status LEDs (green): 3.3V, 5.0V, -12.0V, +12.0V The power supply front panel has individual LEDs to indicate the status of each output voltage 4. Power LED (green) Illuminates when power is applied to FlexMux 5. FLT (Fault) Indicator (red) ON indicates a card fault is detected 6. MUX 1, 2, 3 indicators On (red) indicates a fault with the channel On (green) indicates at least one port is enabled (IE no_shutdown) On (amber) indicates all ports are shutdown 7. ETHERNET port indicators On (green) indicates link and receive status are up On (amber) indicates duplex and activity status are up Blinking indicates activity is present and link is up Off indicates link is down 8. HOT SWAP indicator On (blue) indicates card can be extracted Off indicates a fault in the hot swap circuit 9. LRX (Loss of Receive) indicator On indicates a loss of fiber-optic signal 10. LCV (Line Code Violation) indicator On indicates problem with received data 11. LOS (Loss Of Signal) indicator On indicates DS3 receive Coax connection is failed 12. POWER indicator On (green) indicates power is applied PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 14

FLEXMUX Programming – Connect to the FLEXMUX (1 of 2)
Configure TCP/IP on Laptop as follows: Click Start, Control Panel, Network Connections Right click the Local Area Connection, then click Properties On the General tab, click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties You will then click the radio button marked “Use the following IP address” Next, type into the IP address block Then type into the Subnet Mask block Then type into the Default Gateway block and press OK Click OK or Close on the Local Area Connection Properties window Click Close on the Local Area Connection Status window PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 15

FLEXMUX Programming – Connect to the FLEXMUX (2 of 2)
Connect a laptop to a spare connector on the IP Switch or J7 of the Flemux using an Ethernet cable, and open a telnet session from the command prompt as follows: At the bottom left of your desktop screen, click START then click RUN Observe the RUN window, in the OPEN: box, type the letters cmd and press OK button Observe the DOS window, at the end of the last line prompt, type telnet and press ENTER Observe the Login prompt, Login: type admin and press ENTER Observe the Password prompt, Password: type admin (YOU WILL NOT SEE ANY CHARACTERS WHILE TYPING IN THE PASSWORD) and press ENTER YOU ARE NOW CONNECTED AND LOGGED INTO THE FLEXMUX!! PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 16

FLEXMUX Programming – Command Line Interface (CLI)
Mechanism for interacting with a computer operating system or software by typing commands to perform specific tasks Text-only method of programming the Flexmux You can only program the FLEXMUX by using the Command Line Interface PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 17

FLEXMUX Programming – Navigation
Navigating the CLI is fairly easy, two things you need to know; Where you are in the CLI What commands are available Realistically you will only navigate to three locations in the Flexmux 1. 2. 3. Shows your location when you login - FLXMX01# Type set mux 2 Shows your location as – mux2 Type port “n” “n” being 2, 3, or 4 (we chose port 2) Shows your location as – port2 This shows your progression from login to the port (DTG) being configured To regress or go backward from the port to mux2 simply type exit At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 18

FLEXMUX Command Tree This is the command tree of the CLI locations in the Flexmux. For example: If you needed data port (DTG) 2 to have a data rate of 8192, then you would connect to the Flexmux, login, and type the command set mux 2 port 2 rate 8192. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 19

FLEXMUX Basic Commands
Description ? Displays all non-global commands available for this command help Displays choices for this command and their descriptions help commands Displays all global commands show mux “n” settings Shows current settings for Mux “n”, where “n” is either 1, 2, or 3 show ip_address Shows IP address, IP host name and IP mask show rev Shows FlexMux firmware version and VxWorks operating system version (same as power-up banner) show hw_address Shows physical hardware address save all Writes current settings (3 Mux channels, IP address, IP host name, hardware address and FLXMX number) to Flash memory exit Sets the prompt to one level higher in the Command Tree logout Closes telnet port and returns to machine prompt or closes the serial port and displays login prompt ping “xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx” Pings target address (“xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx”) and display result restore mux “n” default Restores the factory default settings for Mux “n”, where “n” is either 1, 2, or 3 history Displays a history of commands that were last issued at this level in the Command Tree date Displays date and time in <hh:mm:sec> format. For example: Thursday June 1 00:11:51 set date “mmm” “d” “mm” “ss” “yyy” This sets the date and time, where “mmm” = month (Jan-Dec), “d”=day(1-31), “hh” = hour (0-23), “mm” = minutes (0-59), “ss” = seconds (0-59), “yyy” = year (2004-on) clear Clears screen Note: The show and save commands will not be seen when using the ? or help command For help with these commands type show ? Or save ? PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 20

FLEXMUX Programming – Configuring the FLEXMUX (1 of 9)
Operator must enter or verify the Flexmux settings from the mission data (cut sheet) Using show command Select mux Select timing Select data ports – enable (no_shutdown) or disable (shutdown) Set data port rates Set inverts – V3 to V3 or V3 to V1 Using save command Use the mission data to configure the FLEXMUX PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 21

Using show command 1. 2. 3. 1. Shows your location when you login - FLXMX01# 2. Type set mux 2 this sets your location as – mux2 Type show mux 2 settings This shows how mux 2 and all of its ports are configured Use this command as your friend to let you know what configurations you have to change You can use this command for mux 1, 2, or 3 At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 22

Select mux Select timing 1. 2. 3. 1. Shows your location when you login - FLXMX01# 2. Type set mux 2 this sets your location as – mux2 Type ? This shows available commands under mux2 3. Type timing slave This is the primary (normal through) setting for the Flexmux to receive timing from the JNN/TCN/SSS At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 23

Select data ports - enable (no_shutdown) / disable (shutdown) 1. 2. 3. Shows your location as – mux2 2. Type port 2 this sets your location as – port2 Type ? This shows available commands under port2 Type shutdown – this disables port 2 Type no_shutdown – this enables port 2 This port must be enabled (no_shutdown) to use and disabled (shutdown) when not in use Continue doing this for all ports in mux 2 Remember ports 1, 5, 6 and 7 need to always be disabled (shutdown) At any time you can type? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you 4. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 24

Select data port rates 1. 2. 3. Shows your location as – mux2 2. Type port 2 this sets your location as – port2 Type ? This shows available commands under port2 Type rate 8192 – this sets port 2 (DTG 2) for a data rate of 8192Kbps This must match the data port rate of the radio port interfaced to that DTG Continue doing this for all active ports in mux 2 Example: Radio set 1 (LOS1) has a data 1 rate of 8192 and it is interfaced to DTG 2, you must set FLXMX01, mux2, port2 for 8192 At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 25

Set inverts (1 of 2) 1. 2. Shows your location as – mux2 Type port 2 this sets your location as – port2 Type ? This shows available commands under port2 Type invert This progresses you to port 2 (DTG 2) invert for proper data movement through the network Type ? This shows available commands under port2 invert. At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 26

Set inverts (2 of 2) To V3 3. To V1 4. For a radio shot terminating at a JNN/TCN/SSS; Type input_clk on Type input_data on Type output_clk off Type output_data on 4. For a radio shot terminating at a BnCPN; Type input_data off Type output_data off These must be correct for the type of shelter that you are shooting to Continue doing this for all active ports in mux 2 Example: You are shooting to a V3 with radio set 1 (LOS1), you have a data 1 rate of 8192 interfaced to DTG 2. You engineer another shot with radio set 2 (LOS2) shooting to a V1 with a data 1 rate of 4096 interfaced to DTG 3: You must set FLXMX01, mux2, port2 for 8192, invert; input clk on, input_data on, output_clk off, and output_data on You must also set FLXMX01, mux2, port3 for 4096, invert; input_clk on, input_data off, output_clk off, and output_data off Your Flexmux is now configured!! Now that your Flexmux is configured DO NOT forget to SAVE your work!! At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 27

Using save command 1. Now that your Flexmux is configured DO NOT forget to SAVE your work!! 1. Type save all This saves all configurations for all muxes and ports You can use this command from any location in the Flexmux CLI At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 28

Internal – must change timing for Flexmux Port Mux_int DS3_int External – timing must be slave DS3_ext Mux_ext When performing internal loopbacks with the Flexmux, timing must change from slave to the port (DTG) being tested in conjunction with the LOS interface Do not forget to change the timing back to slave after troubleshooting internally At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 29

FLEXMUX Loopbacks (1 of 5)
Internal Port This shows only port 2 being looped back – this does not affect any other active port(s) Remember to turn off any loopback that you turned on When performing internal loopbacks with the Flexmux, timing must change from slave to the port (DTG) being tested in conjunction with the LOS interface At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 30

Internal Mux_int This shows all ports being looped back at the mux itself – this affects every active port Remember to turn off any loopback that you turned on When performing internal loopbacks with the Flexmux, timing must change from slave to the port (DTG) being tested in conjunction with the LOS interface At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 31

Internal DS3_int This shows all ports being looped back at the DS3 Framer before the signal goes to the patch panel and FOM card – this affects every active port Remember to turn off any loopback that you turned on When performing internal loopbacks with the Flexmux, timing must change from slave to the port (DTG) being tested in conjunction with the LOS interface At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 32

External DS3_ext This shows all incoming data being looped back at the DS3 Framer before the signal goes to mux – this affects every active port Remember to turn off any loopback that you turned on When performing external loopbacks with the Flexmux, timing must change back to slave to receive timing from the JNN/TCN/SSS At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 33

External Mux_ext This shows all incoming data being looped back at the mux before the signal gets demultiplexed and sent to the respective ports – this affects every active port Remember to turn off any loopback that you turned on When performing external loopbacks with the Flexmux, timing must change back to slave to receive timing from the JNN/TCN/SSS At any time you can type ? to show global and/or intermediate commands available to you PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 34

Patch Loopbacks Patch loopbacks are also classified as internal and external These figures show all possible patch loops and they are as follows: Left – external loopback through the TFOCA I back to the JNN/TCN/SSS Center – external loopback through the TFOCA II back to the JNN/TCN/SSS Right – internal loopback sends the signals back to the Flexmux and all active ports PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 35

Protocol Converter (CTM-100/C) Controls, Indicators and Connectors (1 of 3)
The figure above depicts the front panel of the front panel of the CTM-100/C KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION______________ 1 RS-232 DB9 connector Terminal port. Connects a laptop or PC marked J1 and TERM RS-232 device to the CTM-100/C 2 LCD display screen Display screen capable of two lines of 20 characters per line 3 PORT button Used to select the active port. Each press of the button will toggle between Port A and Port B. The active port is indicated on the LCD display by the A> or B> prompt to the left of the screen 4 The UP arrow button Enables the operator to navigate through the menus (such as DATA RATE, CLOCK SOURCE, AND TEST PATTERN) and select options for the current active Port PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 36

KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION______________ 5 The DOWN arrow button Enables the operator to navigate through the menus (such as DATA RATE, CLOCK SOURCE, AND TEST PATTERN) and select options for the current active Port The ENTER button Enables accepting made selections. When the ENTER button is pressed, the display will blank momentarily to indicate that the selection was accepted. When the currently enabled selection is displayed, an asterisk * will appear in the stead state mode The ESC button The ESC (escape) button returns the operator to the default top-level menu (ALARMS display) from anywhere in the menu system 8 The RIGHT arrow button Used to navigate the available parameters f or the menu choice; for example CLOCK POLARITY could be either Normal or Inverted. The available responses to MODE menu are software-version-dependent 9 The LEFT arrow button Used to navigate the available parameters for the menu choice; for example CLOCK POLARITY could be either Normal or Inverted. The available responses to MODE menu are software-version-dependent PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 37

PORT B KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION______________ 1 Ground Lug Provides means to connect ground cable to CTM-100/C Protocol converter 2 Port A DB-50 connector Connector for CDI , external GPS timing marked J3, multiplexer circuits, RS-422 3 Port A DB-25 connector Connector for NRZ, marked J4 multi-protocol interface Port A metal ST Fiber Port A metal ST Fiber Optic transmit and receive ports Optic, marked J5 and J6 6 -7 Port A metal ST Fiber Port B metal ST Fiber Optic receive and transmit ports Optic, marked J10 and J9 8 Port B DB-25 connector, Connector for NRZ, multi-protocol interface marked J8 9 Port B DB-50 connector, Connector for CDI , external GPS marked J7 timing, multiplexer circuits, RS-422 10 AC power input VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, 50 Watts typical; power input to the CTM-100/C Protocol Converter PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 38

CTM-100/C Protocol Converter – Configuration (1 of 2)
Before operating CTM-100/C determine it the LOS (V) shelter will be using the TFOCAII or CX-11230/G coax signal cable connection. Verify the operating data rate for the intended link The CTM-100/C will turn on automatically once the AC breaker at the power panel is set ON Configuration: • Select data channels (A or B) • Select operating mode (Coax or Fiber) • Set data rates For use with CX-11230/G (Coax or CDI) Interface (Port A) Cabled to a JNN from a V1 or V-3 Cabled to a CPN from a V-1 or V-3 MODE: CTM-100/B NRZ/CDI MODE: CTM-100/B NRZ/CDI LOOP: OFF LOOP: OFF TEST MODE: OFF TEST MODE: OFF DATA POL: NORMAL DATA POL: INVERT CLOCK EDGE: NORMAL CLOCK EDGE: NORMAL CLOCK SOURCE: CDI CLOCK SOURCE: CDI NRZ CONFIG: DCE/EXT NRZ CONFIG: DTE/INT NRZ MODE: EIA530-A NRZ MODE: EIA530-A DATA RATE: Use mission data DATA RATE: Use mission data NOTE: Maximum date rate for COAX (CX-11230) is 4096 Kbps PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 39

CTM-100/C Protocol Converter – Configuration (2 of 2)
For Use with TFOCA II (Fiber) Port A or Port B Cabled to a JNN from a V1 or V-3 Cabled to a CPN from a V-1 or V-3 MODE: FIBER OPTIC MODE: FIBER OPTIC INPUT: NRZ INPUT: NRZ LOOP: OFF LOOP: OFF TEST MODE: OFF TEST MODE: OFF DATA POLARITY: NORMAL DATA POLARITY: INVERT CLOCK POLARITY: NORMAL CLOCK POLARITY: NORMAL NRZ CLOCK: RXC NRZ CLOCK: RXC NRZ CONFIG: DCE/EXT NRZ CONFIG: DTE/INT NRZ MODE: EIA530-A NRZ MODE: EIA530-A CLOCK SOURCE: FIBER CLOCK SOURCE: INPUT DATA RATE: Use mission data DATA RATE: Use mission data NOTE: Maximum date rate of CTM-100/C Port A or B is 1000 Kbps using Fiber Optic, however HCLOS radio will not match CTM-100/C above 8448 Kbps. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 40

CTM-100/C Protocol Converter – Troubleshooting (Loops) (1 of 2)
Before operating CTM-100/C determine it the LOS (V) shelter will be using the TFOCAII or CX-11230/G coax signal cable connection. Verify the operating data rate for the intended link The CTM-100/C will turn on automatically once the AC breaker at the power panel is set ON Configuration: • Select data channels (A or B) • Select operating mode (Coax or Fiber) • Set data rates For use with CX-11230/G (Coax or CDI) Interface (Port A) MODE: CTM-100/B NRZ/CDI LOOP: NRZ for internal loop back to the radio CDI for external loop back to the JNN/TCN/SSS/CPN TEST MODE: OFF DATA POL: NORMAL CLOCK EDGE: NORMAL CLOCK SOURCE: RXC NRZ CONFIG: DTE/INT NRZ MODE: EIA530A DATA RATE: Up to a maximum of 4096 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 41

CTM-100/C Protocol Converter – Troubleshooting (Loops) (2 of 2)
For Use with TFOCA II (Fiber Optic) Interface (Port A or Port B) MODE: FIBER OPTIC INPUT: NRZ LOOP: INPUT for internal loop back to the radio FIBER for external loop back to the JNN/TCN/SSS/BnCPN TEST MODE: OFF DATA POLARITY: NORMAL CLOCK POLARITY: NORMAL NRZ CLOCK: RXC NRZ CONFIG: DTE/INT NRZ MODE: EIA530A CLOCK SOURCE: INPUT (for input loop) or FIBER (for fiber loop) DATA RATE: up to 8448 maximum PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 42

System Troubleshooting / Signal Flow
The figure above depicts the signal flow of the AN/TRC-190 (V)3 PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 8 43

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Module 9 AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna

Learning Objective ACTION: Deploy the AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna
CONDITION: Given a classroom or training environment, AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna, student guide and the following TMs: TM TM &P TM TM TM &P STANDARD: Met when the student correctly deploys the AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna correctly IAW TM &P within 30 minutes PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 02 225

Enabling Objectives Describe the equipment layout of the AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna Identify proper site selection for the deployment of the AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna Describe deployment of the AB-1339A/G 15 Meter Mast Antenna Describe the conditions that require the Radio Frequency Unit to be “Remoted to the Base of the Mast” PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 03

Equipment Description (1 of 2)
The 15-meter mast is a portable, telescoping mast for mounting VHF and UHF radio antennas. Instructions for mounting a particular antenna are found in the technical manual of the shelter using that radio/antenna configuration. WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS Height of fully extended mast with two extension tubes employed 49 ft (15 m) Length of fully retracted telescopic mast (transported length) 9.5 ft (2.9 m) Weight: Telescopic mast 110 lb (50 kg) Full bag of accessories 88 lb (40 kg) Complete mast system 198 lb (90 kg) Normal radius to inner set of four stay anchors 26 ft (8 m) Normal radius to outer set of four stay anchors 42.5 ft (13 m) ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITS Wind Speed (Deployment/Retraction) Up to 25 mph (40 kph) Wind Speed (Survivable) 80 mph (130 kph) EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES Equipment Characteristics : The 15-meter mast system consists of a telescopic mast and a mast accessories Bag. The mast accessories are described later. Telescopic Mast: The telescopic mast has six sections of telescoping, aluminum alloy tubes. The bottom three sections have a hexagonal cross-section; the top three, a circular cross-section. These six sections move inside one another on plastic guideways. The spaces between the mast assembly sections house the wire hoisting ropes, which are used to elevate the individual sections during mast deployment. Typical 15-Meter Mast Deployed PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 04

Equipment Description (2 of 2)
Item Description Quantity 1 Stake, Guy 1 2 Lever, Turning 1 3 Rope, Measuring (Yellow, Length = 328 ft (100 m) 1 4 Stake, Anchor 8 5 Stake, Guy 2 6 Base, Antenna Support 1 7 40-mm OD Extension Tube 1 8 50-mm OD Extension Tube 1 9 Winch 1 10 Winder Stay Assy (BLACK, Length = 33 ft (10 m)) 4 11 Winder Stay Assy (BLUE, Length = 49 ft (15 m)) 4 12 Winder Stay Assy (WHITE, Length = 82 ft (25 m)) 4 13 Bag 1 14 Contents List 1 Accessory Kit, Communications Equipment PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 05

Site Requirements Top View Showing the Powerline Exclusion Area
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Maintain distance at least twice the mast height (100 feet) between the mast and the power lines. Do not attempt to install telescopic mast during an electrical storm or when a storm is imminent. Two qualified persons are required to install (deploy) the 15-meter mast Wear safety goggles, work gloves, and helmet, as appropriate. TRANSMISSION CONSIDERATIONS Ensure transmission path is free of signal obstructions (such as trees, hills, or power lines). TERRAIN CONSIDERATIONS Level ground throughout a 100-foot-diameter circular area. The ground should also be free of rocks and other obstructions that might hinder the use of guy stakes and stay anchors. If ground conditions are less than ideal, remember the following: a. Slope no greater than 3 percent. This means the overall slope of the site is not to exceed 3 feet upward or downward. b. If an obstacle like a rock or tree prevents placing a stay anchor at its normal Deployment location, that stay anchor can be moved anywhere within 3 feet (1 meter) of its normal location. c. To hold the ground well, a stay anchor must be driven in at least three-quarters of its length with a sledge hammer. If this cannot be done, the ground is too hard. Move the mast to a new location or anchor the winder stay assemblies another way (for example, fasten to some stationary object). d . Some ground is too soft to hold a stay anchor: (1) If it takes 12 or more sledge hammer blows to drive the 8 stay anchors three-quarters of their length, the ground is considered firm. The 12 winder stay assemblies can be anchored with 8 stay anchors. (2) If it takes less than 12, but more than 6 blows to drive a stay anchor, then the ground is soft. It is considered usable if a separate stay anchor holds each winder stay assembly. (3) If it takes six or less blows to drive a stay anchor, the ground is too soft and unusable. Move the mast to a new location or anchor the winder stay assemblies another way (for example, fasten to some stationary object). Top View Showing the Powerline Exclusion Area PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 06

Deployment Instructions (1 of 9)
Choose an appropriate location for base plate near center of site. Place base plate so the side with two attached chains faces away from the raising direction (direction of azimuth). Install base plate by driving a guy stake into each of two holes at diagonally opposite corners of base plate. Drive stakes until their heads are flush against surface of base plate. If unsuccessful, try stakes in other two holes before moving base plate to another location. Drive yellow stake half way into ground through center hole of base plate. Unwind measuring rope from its winder and place small end ring over head of yellow stake. Stretch measuring rope out along raising direction. Using sledge hammer, drive one stay anchor into ground at ring and one at winder location on measuring rope. Base Plate, Radius Rope and Stay Anchor PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 07

e. With measuring rope still attached to yellow stake, in the 90 degree position place stakes, 180 degree position place stakes and the 270 degree position stakes. Remove measuring rope from yellow stake, wind rope onto its winder. Remove yellow stake from center hole of base. Measuring Rope Locations PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 08

With two persons handling retracted telescopic mast, move it near base plate. Place base of telescopic mast on edge of base plate. Lay the mast on the ground directly opposite the raising direction with handle facing upward. Align telescopic mast with associated stay anchors. Insert turning lever through side holes on base of mast and tail ends of base plate chains. Ensure tail ends of base plate chains are outside the holders on mast base. h. Slide quick lock of masthead cap away from masthead cap, loosen terylene rope, and remove masthead cap from top of telescopic mast and store in accessory bag. i. Remove remaining items from accessory bag and lay them on the ground near base plate. Positioning the Retracted Telescopic Mast at the Base Plate PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 09

j. Place empty accessory bag under top of section 1 of telescopic mast k. Unlock mast sections 1 through 6 as follows: (1) Pull up on mast-lock control lever to provide play in mast-lock wire cable. (2) Unhook top of mast-lock wire cable from upper guy plate located at top of mast section 6. (3) Feed hook end of mast-lock wire cable down side of mast section 1 and through ring so it is free of ring. Secure hook end of mast-lock wire cable to mast lock control lever. Pull on winch rope until approximately one foot of slack is obtained. Then push tail end of winch rope downward to release it from its stored position in cable sleeve on mast section 1. WARNING Before mounting winch on mast, inspect the caphead bolts to ensure they are not bent and weld is not cracked. Inspect the winch bracket for bowing and the formation of a gap between the bracket and the mast. (If the gap in the middle of the bracket is measured to be greater than the gap at the edges of the bracket, then the plate is bowed). If any of these defects are detected, do no use the mast. Failure to comply may cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment. m. Mount winch on winch bracket of mast section 1 as follows: To avoid injury to personnel and damage to equipment, do not use substitute for shear pin. Correct winch shear pin must be used for replacement. Use of the Accessory Bag as a Support PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 10

With winch oriented as shown in figure, position winch against mast section 1 so two slotted mounting holes at rear of winch fit over heads of two cap-head bolts located on winch bracket. (2) Slide winch upward until quick-lock latch secures winch to mast. To check telescopic mast prior to deployment, extend it slightly by pulling winch rope out from pulley approximately 1/2 meter (about 1 1/2 feet). Also, check the following: CAUTION: Do not extend telescopic mast by pulling on section 6 mounting post. This may cause winch rope to kink or twist. (1) The mast sections run out of one another smoothly. If they do not, refer to Chapter 5 of TM, lubrication procedures. (2) The winch rope has no broken wires or any other signs of serious wear. If rope is faulty, refer to paragraph 5-12 of TM. Attach winch rope to cable drum by inserting tail end of winch rope in cable recess on flange of cable drum and securing it in slot. The cable recess must be fully exposed. If it is not, loosen brake control knob, push winch safety catch toward mast, and turn winch handle until cable recess is fully exposed. Turn handle of winch clockwise to take up slack in winch rope. Detailed View of the Winch and Front View of Mast Section Six PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 11

p. Mount two extension tubes onto top of telescopic mast as follows: (1) Place 50-millimeter OD extension tube on mounting post at top of mast section 6. (2) Seat extension tube firmly in place and hand tighten its two attachment knobs securely. (3) Place 40-millimeter OD extension tube on top of 50-millimeter OD extension tube. (4) Seat extension tube firmly in place and hand tighten its two attachment knobs securely. Attach four black winder stay assemblies to mast with black markings. Attach winder stay assembles to bottom hole of inner stay anchors at positions 90 degrees and 180 degrees to raising direction. Adjust side stays by adding a small amount (6 to 10 inches) of slack and lock. Attached rearward stay assembly to either of side stay anchor with (6 to 10 inches) of slack to get proper length, then place it on rearward stay anchor and lock. Lay fourth black-coded winder stay assembly out on ground in raising direction. This forward winder stay assembly will be attached to bottom hole of inner stay anchor after retracted telescopic mast has been place in a vertical position. Attachment of the Extension Tubes and Stay Winders PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 12

Attach each of four winder stay assemblies with blue safety hooks to the plate with the blue markings. Be sure blue-coded winder stay assemblies proceed to their respective stay anchors without crossing one another. Fasten OD green safety hooks from three blue-coded winder stay assemblies to middle holes of their respective inner stay anchors and stretch and lock winder stay. Lay fourth blue-coded winder stay assembly out on ground in raising direction. This forward winder stay assembly will be attached to middle hole of inner stay anchor after retracted telescopic mast has been raised to its vertical position. Attach each of four winder stay assemblies with white safety hooks to plate with the white markings. Lay four white winder stay assemblies on the ground to their respective stay anchors. Be sure these winder stay assemblies do not cross one another. Install required radio antenna and run a VWSR. CAUTION Antenna cable retention must provide sufficient rf antenna cable between cable-retention point at top of mast and connection to antenna so a 180-degree rotation of antenna in either direction from cable-retention point is possible. Otherwise, undue strain on and possible damage to mast, rf antenna cable, and/or antenna could result. Position rf antenna cable so that, as telescopic mast is raised, the cable will unwind without any interference. Top View of Telescopic Mast Prior to Raising to Vertical Position PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 13

CAUTION While raising mast to the vertical, observe tension generated in side stays due to uneven terrain and variations in stay anchor locations. Too much tension can easily damage winders or stays. Make note of tension on stays; if more than slight tension is developed, return mast to the horizontal. Adjust side stays by adding a small amount (6 to 10 inches) of slack before attempting to raise the mast again. a. Back off two sideward winder stay assemblies to allow one foot of slack in stays. 1. With one person lifting and then pushing on telescopic mast and other person pulling on foremost winder stay assembly raise telescopic mast slowly and steadily on base plate in selected raising direction. b. During this raising procedure, team member who is lifting and pushing must guide peg on base of telescopic mast into hole at center of base plate. c. When telescopic mast is vertical, the person who had been pushing on telescopic mast holds mast in upright position. The other person then: 1. Secures unattached black-coded winder stay assembly and unattached blue-coded winder stay assembly to bottom hole and middle hole, respectively, of inner stay anchor along raising direction. 2. Stretches and locks the black-coded winder stay assembly. d. One person checks straightness of raised telescopic mast and directs second person who stretches and locks four black-coded winder stay assemblies. e. Loosen brake knob on winch. f. Using winch handle, one person winches up mast sections 2 through 6. Second person assists as follows: 1. Periodically adjusts slack in blue winder stay assemblies . 2. Observes overall mast extension process to ensure it is proceeding smoothly and safely. Raising Retracted Telescopic Mast to Vertical Position PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 14

g. Continue mast extension until white tape marking on section 2 becomes fully visible. Telescopic mast is now fully extended. h. Final position of winch handle is downward, parallel to telescopic mast. If it is not, press winch safety catch toward telescopic mast and lower mast with winch handle until handle is in proper position. i. Hand-tighten brake knob securely. j. One person checks straightness of upper sections of mast and directs second person who stretches and locks four blue-coded winder stay assemblies. These actions affect mast straightness only as high as lower plate. k. Fasten OD green safety hook of each of the four white-coded winder stay assemblies to bottom hole of its respective outer stay anchor. l. One person checks straightness of upper sections of mast and directs second person who stretches and locks four white-coded winder stay assemblies. These actions affect mast straightness only as high as upper winder stay assembly plate. m. Recheck all winder stay assemblies for tautness. Make them taut, as required, to keep mast straight and to minimize inter-modulation distortion. n . Recheck all stay anchors and pound them in more securely if required. o. Remove turning lever from side holes and chains at base of telescopic mast. Insert turning lever through side holes of mast, ensuring that turning lever does not go through chains. p. Align antenna and engineer link. q. Return to accessory bag any other items no longer in use. r. Return Deployment tool and equipment to their appropriate storage locations. Mast, Antenna 15 Meter AB-1339A/G PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 15

Remote RFU to the Base of the Antenna Mast (1 of 3)
This shows base of mast operation. The RFU unit is at the base of this 15M mast. The carrying harness must be installed to protect the RFU against accidental drops up to 2ft and improve airflow for cooling. RFU Initial Location (for all data rates and antenna arrangements) Band I Band III+ Distance (Km) Distance (Km) Up to 30 Km Up to 20 Km Inside Shelter Inside Shelter Greater than 30 Km Greater than 20 Km Base of Mast Base of Mast PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 16

Remote RFU to the Base of the Antenna Mast (3 of 3)
This a diagram of a typical Base of the Mast operation setup. More than one 45’ antenna cable (up to 250 feet for DC power and up to 500 feet for AC power) may be use as an Interunit cable between the shelter Signal Entrance Panel (SEP) and the RFU Interunit connector. DO NOT GROUND THE RFU IN BASE OF THE MAST OPERATION. The Interunit cable will provide the grounding for the RFU. PM WIN-T HCLOS Training – Module 9 18

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Acronym List AC Alternating Current ACC Accessory
ADC Analog to Digital Converter AEOW Analog, Engineering Order Wire AFC Automatic Frequency Control AGC Automatic Gain Control AI Antenna Interface AMI Alternate Mark Inversion APC Automatic Power Control ASSY Assembly ATM Asynchronous Transfer Mode BBU Baseband Unit BER Bit Error Rate BIT Built In Test BITE Built-In Test Equipment BPSK Binary Phase Shift Keying BSC Black Station Clock CB Circuit Breaker CBIT Continuous BIT(E) CCA Circuit Card Assembly CCS Common Channel Signal CDI Conditioned Diphase Interface CLK Clock CM Communication Modem

Acronym List Cmd Command CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
COMSEC Communication Security CP Command Post CPFSK Continuous Phase Frequency Shift Keying CPU Central Processing Unit CTI Cipher Text In CTO Cipher Test Out CVSD Continuously Variable Slope Delta Db Decibel Dbm Decibel (referenced to milliWatt) DC Direct Current DCE Data Communications Equipment DEOW Digital Engineering Order Wire DES Data Encryption Standard DNI Digital NATO Interface DNVT Digital Non-Secure Voice Terminal DOS Disk Operating System DSC Data Service Channel DSR Data Set Ready DSVT Digital Secure Voice Terminal DTE Data Terminal Equipment DTG Digital Transmission Group DTMF Dual Tone Multiple Frequency DVOW Digital Voice Order Wire EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory EIA Electronic Industries Association EMI Electromagnetic Interference EOW Engineering Order Wire

Acronym List ESA Electrical Surge Arrestor
ESD Electrostatic Sensitive Device EXT External GND Ground GPS Global Positioning System HCLOS High Capacity Line of Sight HMI Human Machine Interface HMMWV High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle HP High Power HVA High voltage arrestor IBIT Initiated BIT(E) IF Intermediate Frequency INT Internal INTF Interference Kb/s Kilo Bits per second Km Kilometer LED Light Emitting Diode LEN Large Extension Node LL Local Loopback LOS Line Of Sight LRU Line Replaceable Unit (equipment replaced at nd. echelon) LTU Line Termination Unit MAC Maintenance Allocation Chart Mbps Mega Bits Per Second MHz Megahertz (million Hertz) MSE Mobile Subscriber Equipment Msec Millisecond MWO Modification Work Order NATO North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Acronym List NCS National Communication System NRZ Non-Return-to-Zero
NVM Non-Volatile Memory OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer OOS Out of Synchronization OTAC Over The Air Compatible OW Order Wire PBIT Power-on BIT(E) PEP Power Entry Panel PMCS Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services PPM Parts Per Million PS Power Supply PTT Push To Talk QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation RAU Remote Access Unit / Radio Access Unit RCV Receive RCVR Receiver RF Radio Frequency RFU RF Unit (RCVR/XMTR Unit) RIL Radio Information Link RL Remote Loopback RMA Returned Material Authorization RMC Remote Multiplexer Combiner (TD-1234) RPSTL Repair Parts and Special Tools List RTS Request to Send RUT Radio Unit Test (IBIT) RX Receive RXC Receive Clock RXD Receive Data

Acronym List SAW Surface Acoustic Wave Sec Seconds
SEN Small Extension Node SEP Signal Entry Panel SHF Super High Frequency SIPR Secret Internet Protocol Router Network SMU Switch Multiplexer Unit SRU Shop Repairable Unit STS Status Summary TAMMS The Army Maintenance Management System TCM Trellis Coded Modulation TCS Tactical Communication Systems THSDN Tactical High-Speed Data Network TMDE Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment TMG Timing TMODE Test Mode TPATT Test Pattern TQM Transmission Quality Measurement TRI-TAC Tri-service Tactical Communications TTL Transistor-Transistor Logic TX Transmit TXC Transmit Clock TXD Transmit Data UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter UHF Ultra High Frequency UUT Unit under Test VINSON Voice Encryption Method VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio XMT Transmit XMTR Transmitter

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