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RCS-200
Remote Channel Selector

Instruction Manual

Introduction

The RCS-200 is a  remote channel selector option for use with the
Pyramid SVR-200 vehicular repeater.  When installed in the mobile
radio of a SVR-200 application, the RCS-200 will allow the handheld
operator to remotely change the mobile radio channel via a DTMF
keypad.  The RCS-200 contains a microprocessor controlled voice
synthesizer and will acknowledge the channel change request by
announcing the selected channel over the SVR-200 portable link in a
female voice.  This provides voice acknowledgment for the handheld
operator initiating the channel change request, as well as notifying other
handheld operators on the link that the mobile channel has changed. Additionally, the voice acknowledgment is transmitted via the mobile radio to alert the dispatcher that the mobile user has left the channel.

Channel selection is accomplished by sending the DTMF "*" followed by a two digit channel request.  Additionally, the RCS-200 can be pre-programmed with one revert channel that is accessed by sending
a double "*" sequence; the revert channel may be any channel number
up to 99.

The RCS-200 will work with a wide variety of mobile radios and channel selection schemes including quadrature rotary switches, channel up selectors, and serial I/O interfaces.  There is no programming or dip switch settings required for RCS-200 operation.  The version of RCS-200 firmware will determine the channel selection method, channel changing speed, revert channel and custom options such as group change.  Please consult with the factory for specific applications and installation notes.

 

Specifications:

Signaling format: Decodes all standard DTMF characters, .5 to12 DPS
Wrong/Interdigit time-out: 2 seconds
Input level: 5mVRMS to 2VRMS
Input impedance: >47Kohms AC coupled
Twist: 0-10db
S/N Ratio: 12db
Channel capability: 1-99 plus pre-programmed revert channel
Channel select speed: Up to 200 channels/sec, limited only by mobile radio
Channel identification: Synthesized female voice annunciator
Channel selection method: Quadrature rotary switch, channel up or serial I/O
Operating voltage: 7-24 VDC
Current consumption: 20mA
Size: 1.75" x 2.25" x .3"

Specifications subject to change without notice.

 

Installation

Red Switched B+.  Connect to the radio's switched 12VDC supply or any regulated supply greater than 7VDC that goes off with the radio power switch.
Black Ground.  Connect tot he radio's chassis or ground plane.
White Channel select I out, active low open collector.  The function of this line will vary with the channel selector application:

Quadrature rotary switch: This is the in-phase channel up selector and will switch to ground and go positive 900 before the Q output select line.

Channel up select:  This line is pulsed low for 50mSec and does not require connection of the Q output line for proper operation.

Serial I/O:  Communications with the host processor takes place on this line only, and does not require connection of the Q output line for proper operations.

 

Blue Channel select Q output, active low open collector.  Used only for quadrature rotary switch applications, this line lags behind the I output by 900.   If the radio improperly counts down instead of up, reverse the I and Q outputs.   This line is not connected for channel up select or serial I/O channel schemes.

 

Orange Home channel select, active low open collector.  In order for the RCS-200 to properly select the requested channel, it first asserts this line to force the radio to channel one, then counts up via the I and Q outputs as described above.   Depending upon the particular mobile application, this line would be connected to the active low front panel switch that causes the mobile radio to revert to channel one.   The mobile radio must be properly programmed to execute this sequence.   Optionally, this line can be used to force the radio into an off-hook sequence that would cause the mobile to revert to channel one.  In serial I/O applications, this line may not be necessary.  Consult with the factory for specific applications.

 

Green PTT output, active low open collector.  Connect to the SVR-200 mobile PTT output.  This line is monitored by the SVR-200 for local PTT repeat.

 

Yellow Audio in.  Connect to the transmit audio output from the SVR-200 or to the output of the mobile's Mic amp.  Signaling tones received by the SVR-200 from the handheld will be present during handheld to base transmissions.

 

Brown Voice output.  Connect to the brown wire from the SVR-200 (local Mic repeat).

 

Alignment

To set the voice deviation level, short the PCB test pads adjacent to U2 (refer to parts locator
diagram).  The RCS-200 will assert the PTT line and count from one to ten.   Adjust RV1 for
proper deviation level (low distortion of the voice).

Jumpers:
J1 Rx sensitivity In: 20db gain Out: 47db gain
J2 Output Impedance In: 600 Ohms Out: 2.2K Ohms
J3 Tx Sensitivity In: 200m VPP Max Out: 3VPP Max
J4 Audio Loop Back In: Input = Output Out: Input & Output are independent


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PARTS LOCATOR

 

Parts List

Reference Description Part #
C3,C4,C5,C6 22 pfd ceramic chip capacitor 1010-53-6220
C1,C2,C7,C8,C11,C14 .1ufd ceramic chip capacitor 1010-53-6104
C9,C12 1000pfd ceramic chip capacitor 1010-53-6102
C10,C13 2200 pfd ceramic chip capacitor 1010-53-6222
C15,C16,C17,C18,C19 2.2ufd Tantalum SMD capacitor 1610-34-6225
Q1,Q2 2N4401 sot23 transistor 3010-01-4401
RV1 10K SMD pot 2030-07-8103
R10,R11 1.0M .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5105
R12 18K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5183
R15,R20,R24 100K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5104
R6,R13,R14,R18,R19 33K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5333
R4,R7,R21,R22 2.2K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5222
R16,R17 47K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5473
R1,R2,R8,R23 10K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5103
R3 220K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5224
R5 820 Ohm .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5821
R9 330K .1 Watt chip resistor 2010-03-5334
U1 TSP53C32 voice synthesizer 3700-06-5332
U2 AT89C2051 microprocessor 3610-01-8951
U3 M-8870-01SM DTMF decoder 3410-01-8870
U4 DS1833-10 Reset controller 3400-07-1833
U5 4066 Quad analog switch 3400-01-4066
U6 MC3403 Quad op amp 3400-01-3403
U7 LM78L05UA 5V 100mA regulator 3010-06-7805
X1 3.58MHz Xtal CSM-7 case 6010-01-3579
X2 9.6MHz Xtal AC-301 case 6000-03-9600

Warranty Statement

This warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year, measured from the date of purchase by the first end user, that result in performance outside of specification, with exception of the following:

  1. Damage, deterioration or failure resulting from accident, misuse, neglect, modification or repair (except by an authorized service center), improper installation, water damage, theft or civil disturbance, or manner of use which is inconsistent with the instruction manual.
  2. Damage or loss occurring during shipment (claims must be presented to the carrier) or shipping charges to return defective units for repair.
  3. Any unit which is not new when sold to the first end user or unit whose serial number has been altered or removed.
  4. Any labor charges incurred in removal/installation of defective or repaired units shall not be covered by this warranty.

How to obtain warranty service

Contact Pyramid Communications or an authorized service center for return authorization prior to returning any defective merchandise.  Pack the returned units with sufficient packing material for safe carriage, and ship them prepaid to the service center, or the address listed below.

Exclusion of implied warranties and damages

Unless considered unlawful or unenforceable under applicable law, Pyramid Communications' liability under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the defective units and shall not include damages of any kind, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.   Returning units that are out of warranty shall be deemed as authorization for repair, and sender shall be responsible for all reasonable repair costs.

Changes that provide improvements or enhance performance are not covered under this warranty.

Return address:
Pyramid Communications
15182 Triton Lane
Suite #102
Huntington Beach, CA  92649

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