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GENERAL DYNAMICS
R2670/R2625 Series
Communications
System Analyzer
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
CG-1089 Rev. A

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General Dynamics R2600 Series Specifications

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BrandGeneral Dynamics
ModelR2600 Series
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 INTRODUCTION

Scope of Manual

Explains the manual's purpose and scope for using R2600 Series Communication System Analyzers.

Safety and Warnings

Covers general safety precautions, potential hazards, and warnings for operating the analyzer.

Service and Parts

Information on service centers, ordering replacement parts, and handling batteries.

Installation

Procedures for unpacking, initial setup, and battery pack installation for the analyzer.

Section 2 DESCRIPTION

General Description

Overview of the R2600 Series Communication System Analyzers and their functions.

Operator Controls

Details on front panel controls, including keys, indicators, knobs, display, and connectors.

Bottom Controls

Description of controls located on the bottom of the analyzer unit.

Section 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General Operation and Safety

Covers manual scope, basic operation, safety summary, warnings, and cautions.

Primary Operating Modes

Details MONITOR, GENERATE, DUPLEX, SWEEP GENERATE, and TRACKING GENERATOR modes.

Audio, Modulation, and Metering

Explains audio synthesizer, modulation types, and meter/display functions.

Additional Functions

Covers Audio Monitor, Calibration, Print Function, Special Functions Menu, and Memory Screens.

Section 4 APPLICATIONS

Basic FM Transmitter Testing

Procedures for testing FM transmitters, including setup, power, frequency, and modulation measurements.

Basic FM Receiver Testing

Procedures for testing FM receivers, including setup, distortion, SINAD, and sensitivity measurements.

Radio Testing Applications

Covers testing RF cables for faults, measuring distances, and testing tone remote functions.

Analyzer Setup for Printing

Instructions for configuring the analyzer for printer output via RS-232 serial connection.

Section 5 TRUNKING INTRODUCTION

Introduction to Trunking Option

Explains the analyzer's trunking option features for Motorola trunked radios.

Trunking Capabilities

Details capabilities like dynamic call processing, closed cover measurements, and radio ID decoding.

Trunking Fundamentals and Signaling

Defines trunking concepts and describes Trunk I, Trunk I EP II, and Trunk II signaling types.

Section 6 TRUNKING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Test Setup and General Operation

Covers connecting radios, software versions, general operation, and accessing system test screens.

Trunk Mode Access and Radio-Initiated Tests

Steps for accessing trunk mode and performing radio-initiated dispatch, phone interconnect, and call alert tests.

System-Initiated Trunking and Radio Configuration

Covers system-initiated tests and configuring radios for different trunking types.

RF Zone Configuration

Details on selecting frequency bands, control/voice channels, and port settings.

Section 7 APPLICATIONS

Basic Trunked Radio Testing

Basic test setups for common trunked radio tests using the R2670 analyzer.

Dispatch Testing Procedures

Covers radio-initiated and system-initiated dispatch test sequences for Trunk I, EP II, and Trunk II.

Phone Interconnect and Call Alert Testing

Procedures for testing phone interconnect and call alert services in various trunking configurations.

Failsoft Testing

Steps for performing system-initiated failsoft tests using the analyzer.

Section 8 ASTRO TRUNKING INTRODUCTION

Introduction to Astro Trunking

Overview of the R2670 analyzer's Astro Trunking Option for Motorola Astro radios.

Astro Trunking Capabilities

Details vocoder capabilities, dynamic call processing, closed cover measurements, and radio ID decoding.

Section 9 ASTRO TRUNKING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Test Setup and General Operation

Covers connecting radios, software versions, general operation, and accessing system test screens.

Trunk Mode Access and Radio-Initiated Tests

Steps for accessing trunk mode and performing radio-initiated Astro dispatch and affiliation tests.

System-Initiated Trunking and RF Zone Configuration

Details system-initiated dispatch tests and RF zone settings for Astro trunking.

Radio Configuration

Procedures for configuring radios for Astro signaling, including transmit deviation.

Section 10 ASTRO TRUNKING APPLICATIONS

Basic Astro Trunked Radio Testing

Typical test setups for common trunked radio tests using the R2670 analyzer with Astro Trunking.

Dispatch Testing Procedures

Covers radio-initiated and system-initiated dispatch tests for Astro signaling.

Call Alert and Failsoft Testing

Procedures for testing call alert and failsoft scenarios in Astro trunking.

Section 11 SECURENET OPTION INTRODUCTION

Introduction and Capabilities

Covers manual purpose, analyzer capabilities, Securenet features, and vocoder/BER testing.

Securenet Option Housing and Connectors

Details the housing and connectors for the Securenet Option, including KVL and Serial ports.

Section 12 SECURENET DESCRIPTION

Introduction and Basic Operation

Covers manual purpose, analyzer capabilities, basic operation, and software version checks.

Test Considerations

Discusses maintaining high RF signal quality standards for encrypted communications.

Securenet Special Terms

Provides definitions for terms used with Securenet radios and test equipment.

Section 13 SECURENET OPTION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction and Basic Operation

Covers manual purpose, analyzer capabilities, basic operation, and software version checks.

Encryption Setup and Key Management

Procedures for setting up encryption, selecting algorithms, and programming test or external keys.

RF Operating Modes and Signal Control

Explains MONITOR, GENERATE, DUPLEX modes, and audio/modulation controls.

Metering and Display Functions

Details Securenet BER Meter and Clear Scope display functions for monitoring signals.

Section 14 SECURENET OPTION APPLICATIONS

Basic Securenet Radio Testing

Procedures for basic Securenet radio testing, including deviation and monitor/generate modes.

BER Testing Procedures

Covers BER testing for receivers and transmitters in Generate, Monitor, and Duplex modes.

Voice Pattern and Audio Monitoring

Using Clear Scope to monitor received and transmitted audio signals.

Section 15 ASTRO OPTION INTRODUCTION

Introduction to Astro Option

Introduction to the R2670 analyzer's Astro Option for testing Astro digital radio systems.

Astro Option Capabilities

Lists Astro Option capabilities, including vocoder, dynamic call processing, and BER testing.

Astro Option Housing and Connectors

Details the housing and connectors for the Astro Option, including KVL and Serial ports.

Section 16 ASTRO OPTION DESCRIPTION

Introduction and Basic Operation

Covers manual purpose, analyzer capabilities, basic operation, and handling clear/privacy modes.

Test Considerations

Discusses maintaining high RF signal quality standards for Astro encrypted communications.

Astro Special Terms

Provides definitions for terms used with Astro radios and test equipment.

Section 17 ASTRO OPTION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction and Basic Operation

Covers manual purpose, analyzer capabilities, basic operation, and software version checks.

Encryption Setup and Key Management

Procedures for setting up encryption, selecting algorithms, and programming test or external keys.

RF Operating Modes and Signal Control

Explains MONITOR, GENERATE, DUPLEX modes, and audio/modulation controls.

Metering and Display Functions

Details Astro BER Meter and Clear Scope display functions for monitoring signals.

Section 18 ASTRO APPLICATIONS

Basic Astro Radio Testing

Procedures for basic Astro radio testing in Monitor and Generate modes.

Astro Radio Transmit and Receive Tests

Covers Astro voice and embedded data transmit tests, and receive tests.

BER Testing Procedures

Details BER testing for Astro radios in Generate, Monitor, and Duplex modes.

Audio Monitoring and Analysis

Using Clear Scope to monitor received and transmitted audio signals.

Section 19 PROJECT 25 INTRODUCTION

Introduction to Project 25

Introduction to the R2670 analyzer's Project 25 features for digital radio systems.

Project 25 Capabilities

Lists Project 25 capabilities including voice mode, BER testing, and dedicated test screens.

Project 25 Connectors

Details the connectors on the R2670 for Project 25 functionality, including KVL and interface ports.

Section 20 DESCRIPTION

Introduction to Project 25 Features

Introduction to the R2670 analyzer's Project 25 features for servicing digital radio systems.

Project 25 Basic Operation

Explains how the analyzer emulates Project 25 digital environments and handles clear/secure modes.

Project 25 Test Considerations

Discusses maintaining high RF signal quality standards for Project 25 encrypted communications.

Project 25 Special Terms

Provides definitions for terms used with Project 25 radios and test equipment.

Section 21 PROJECT 25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction and Basic Operation

Covers manual scope, basic operation, software versions, and connecting radios.

Encryption Setup and Key Management

Procedures for setting up encryption, selecting algorithms, and managing test or external keys.

RF Operating Modes and Audio;Modulation Control

Details RF modes (MONITOR, GENERATE) and audio/modulation controls for Project 25.

Metering, Display, and Test Patterns

Covers BER Meter, Clear Scope, Voice Frame Decode, and test patterns for Project 25.

Section 22 PROJECT 25 APPLICATIONS

Configuration for Monitor and Generate Modes

Steps to configure the analyzer for Project 25 radio testing in Monitor and Generate modes.

Project 25 Transmit Tests

Procedures for testing Project 25 radio voice and embedded data transmissions.

BER Testing Procedures

Covers BER testing for Project 25 receivers and transmitters.

Audio Monitoring and Analysis

Using Clear Scope to monitor received and transmitted audio signals.

Section 23 PROJECT 25 TRUNKING INTRODUCTION

Introduction to Project 25 Trunking

Introduction to the R2670/R2625 analyzer's Project 25 Trunking Option.

Project 25 Trunking Capabilities

Lists Project 25 Trunking capabilities including signal generation, reception, and test protocols.

Project 25 Connectors

Details the connectors on the R2670 for Project 25 Trunking, including KVL and interface ports.

Section 24 PROJECT 25 TRUNKING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction, Setup, and Basic Operation

Covers manual scope, basic operation, software versions, and connecting radios for Project 25 Trunking.

Trunk Mode Access and Specific Tests

Steps for accessing trunk mode and performing Registration/Call Alert, Dispatch Voice tests.

Configuration and Test Parameters

Details RF Zone, Audio Zone, BASE, and BER test parameters for Project 25 Trunking.

Section 25 PROJECT 25 TRUNKING APPLICATIONS

Project 25 Trunk Radio Testing

Information on test setups for Project 25 trunked radios.

Accessing Trunk Mode and Encryption Setup

Procedures for accessing Proj 25 Trunk mode and configuring encryption settings.

Project 25 Trunk Tests

Covers Registration/Call Alert, Dispatch Voice, BASE, and BER tests for Project 25 Trunking.

Appendix A LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

Appendix B TONE AND CODE SPECIFICATIONS

Appendix C SAFE HANDLING OF CMOS INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DEVICES

Appendix D EXTERNAL PORT PIN ASSIGNMENTS

Appendix E MOTOROLA ANALOG TRUNKING OPTION ERROR AND WARNING MESSAGES

Appendix F MOTOROLA ANALOG TRUNKING OPTION ISW CALL TYPE DESCRIPTION

Appendix G ASTRO TRUNKING ERROR AND WARNING MESSAGES

Appendix H ASTRO TRUNKING TEST SEQUENCE CODE DESCRIPTION

Appendix I ISW CALL TYPE DESCRIPTION

Appendix K ASTRO ERROR AND WARNING MESSAGES

Appendix L PROJECT 25 ERROR AND WARNING MESSAGES

Appendix M PROJECT 25 TRUNKING SEQUENCE DESCRIPTIONS

Appendix N PROJECT 25 TRUNKING BAND DETAILS

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