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Point-to-Point
Digital Radio
Constellation™
Installation &
Maintenance

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Harris Constellation Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHarris
ModelConstellation
CategoryRadio
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Technical Assistance Center

Information on factory-trained staff providing telephone support for complex customer equipment issues.

Chapter 2: Site Preparation

Equipment Rack Location

Criteria for selecting a suitable location for the equipment rack, considering lighting and ventilation.

Unpacking Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for checking and unpacking equipment to ensure it is undamaged.

Chapter 3: Installation and Commissioning

Recommended Tools and Test Equipment

Lists necessary tools and test equipment required for installation and maintenance.

Grounding Recommendations

Guidelines for proper grounding of the equipment and rack for safety and operation.

Turning on the Radio

Detailed procedures for powering up the Constellation radio system.

Detailed Installation Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for the physical installation of the Constellation radio.

Interconnection Cabling

Guidelines and diagrams for connecting various interfaces and cables.

Transmitter Power Measurement

Procedures for measuring and adjusting the transmitter's output power.

Aligning the Antenna

Steps for properly aligning the system's antenna.

Chapter 4: Loopback Testing

Precautions

Safety warnings and important considerations before performing loopback tests.

DS1 Tributary Loopback Tests

Procedures for conducting loopback tests on DS1 tributary interfaces.

DS3/4DS3 Loopback Tests

Procedures for conducting loopback tests on DS3 and 4xDS3 interfaces.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Constellation Radio

SYSTEM from the CONFIGURATION Submenu

Accessing and configuring system-wide settings via the keypad.

3DS3 (4DS3) CAPACITY USE

Configuring the capacity usage for DS3 and 4xDS3 interfaces.

ATPC High/Low Configuration

Setting transmit power levels using the Automatic Transmitter Power Control feature.

ADM from the CONFIGURATION Submenu

Configuring the Add-Drop Multiplexer (ADM) settings.

TRIBUTARIES from the CONFIGURATION Submenu

Configuring the tributary interfaces for signal transmission.

Chapter 6: IP Communication Stack and IP Applications

IP Routing

Configuration of IP routing tables for network access and data flow.

SNMP Agent Configuration

Setting up and configuring the SNMP agent for network management.

Chapter 7: SNMP-Based Network Management

Constellation Port Descriptions

Details on available ports for network management connectivity.

Standard Configuration

An example of a basic SNMP network configuration setup.

Advanced Configuration

An example of an advanced SNMP network configuration setup.

Chapter 8: Routine Maintenance

Routine Observances

Basic checks for maintaining optimal radio operation and performance.

Transmitter Frequency Measurement

Procedures for measuring and calibrating the transmitter's operating frequency.

Transmitter Power Measurement

Procedures for measuring and adjusting the transmitter's output power.

Receiver Frequency Measurement

Procedures for measuring and calibrating the receiver's operating frequency.

Chapter 9: System Software Upgrades

Obtaining New Software

Information on where and how to acquire new system software.

Downloading New Software

Step-by-step procedures for downloading and installing software updates.

Connecting the Computer

Establishing the necessary computer connection for software transfer.

Downloading the Software

Executing the software download process using the utility.

Running the New Software Now

Instructions for activating the downloaded software immediately.

Rebooting Software

Procedures for rebooting the system after software changes.

Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guidelines

Things to Do First

Initial troubleshooting steps and checks to perform before deeper analysis.

Diagnosing Alarm Messages

Guidance on interpreting system alarms to identify fault origins.

Glossary of Alarms

Definitions, causes, and possible actions for system alarms.

Chapter 11: Field-Replaceable Units

Precautions

Safety measures and handling precautions for working with field-replaceable modules.

Tools and Test Equipment

List of required tools and test equipment for unit replacement procedures.

Opening and Removing the Constellation Doors

Steps for safely opening and removing the equipment doors for access.

Transmitter Assembly

Procedures for removing and installing the transmitter assembly.

Receiver Assembly

Procedures for removing and installing the receiver assembly.

Power Supply

Procedures for removing and installing the power supply unit.

Modem

Procedures for removing and installing the modem unit.

SPU Controller

Procedures for removing and installing the SPU controller unit.

M12 Unit

Procedures for removing and installing the M12 unit.

Chapter 12: Customer Service & Warranty Information

Ordering Parts or Spares

Information on how to order replacement parts and units.

Repair and Return

Procedures and policies for returning equipment for repair services.

Technical Support

Overview of technical assistance services and contact information.

Standard Product Warranty Terms

Detailed explanation of the product warranty terms and conditions.

Appendix A: Wiring Specifications

Connecting to Other Radios

Wiring diagrams and cable specifications for connecting to other radio units.

Alarm I/O Pinouts

Pin assignments for alarm inputs and output connectors.

Constellation 155 and 3xDS3/4xDS3 Customer Interface

Specific interface details for high capacity Constellation models.

Appendix B: Keypad Menu Tree

Keypad or VT-100 Terminal Emulator

Using the keypad or terminal emulation for system configuration.

The Menu Tree

Navigational structure and hierarchy of the keypad menus.

Alarm Submenu

Detailed alarm status, messages, and configuration options.

Control Submenu

Control functions including switching, locking, and muting.

Configuration Submenu

Accessing and modifying various system configuration parameters.

Hidden RF Configuration Submenu

Advanced settings for RF parameters and calibration.

Appendix C: Hardware Compatibility Tables

Transmitter Assembly

Compatibility information for different transmitter assembly models.

Receiver Assembly

Compatibility information for different receiver assembly models.

Modem Assembly

Compatibility information for different modem assemblies.

High Level Mux (HLM) Assembly

Compatibility information for various High Level Mux assemblies.

Appendix D: Service Channel

Loop System

Overview of Service Channel operation in loop systems.

Loop System Configurations

Description of various loop system configurations.

Multiple Loop System, a Loop within a Loop

Configuration details for nested loop systems.

Two Separate Loop Systems

Configuration details for independent, separate loop systems.

Appendix E: Harris Part-Numbering System

Part-Numbering Scheme

Description of the structure and meaning of Harris part numbers.

12-digit Part Number

Explanation of the structure and components of a 12-digit part number.

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