Receiver Problems
P/N 7010-1004
6-7
D The elevation mask is above 15 degrees.
Lower the elevation mask. See page 3-19 for information on
setting the elevation mask.
D The battery power is low.
• Attach an external power source to the receiver. See “Using
an Auxiliary Power Source” on page 2-18.
• See “Powering the Receiver” on page 2-14 for details.
D The transmitting and/or receiving antenna may be improperly
connected.
• Check that the radio modem’s antenna is securely and
properly connected to the antenna connector.
• Check that the radio modem’s antenna is undamaged. If
damaged, contact a TPS dealer to replace the antenna.
D The specified baud rate is incompatible with the baud rates the
modem supports.
The baud rate is the rate at which the receiver transmits
differential messages to the modem and vice versa.
Change the baud rate to that which the modem supports.
Refer to the modem’s manual for information.
D The Base and Rover modems use different radio link
parameters.
Configure the Base and Rover radio modems according to the
procedures listed in the applicable section. See “Modem
Configuration” on page 3-4
D The distance between the Base and Rover is too far.
• Close the distance between the Base and Rover.
• Use repeaters to increase radio coverage.
D There may be a source of radio interference that disrupts radio
communications.
• Change the RF channel (if possible).