136 Power Amplifier Fault Finding TB8100 Service Manual
© Tait Electronics Limited September 2006
8.4 Software and Firmware Compatibility
Service Kit We recommend that you use the latest version of the Service Kit when 
carrying out these fault finding procedures.  The latest version is available 
from the Tait Technical Support website (http://support.taitworld.com ).  
Calibration Kit You must use the version of the Calibration Kit which is compatible with 
the version of firmware loaded into the PA.
1. To find out the firmware version, run the Service Kit and connect to 
the base station.  Select Monitor > Module Details > Power Ampli-
fier.  The firmware version is displayed in the Versions area.  
2. To find out which version of the Calibration Kit to use, refer to the 
Compatibility Table in the TB8100 Base Station Release Notes.  
These Release Notes are on the TB8100 Product CD, and the latest 
version is also available from the Tait Technical Support website.
Firmware If you are testing a PA separately from the other modules in the customer’s 
base station, we recommend you consult the customer before changing the 
PA’s firmware version.  The new firmware may not be compatible with the 
other modules in the customer’s base station.
Compatibility with 
TB8100 Modules 
Used in Testing
Ensure that any TB8100 modules used to test the functionality of the PA 
under repair are loaded with compatible firmware.  Details of compatible 
firmware combinations are provided in the Compatibility Table in the 
TB8100 Base Station Release Notes.