R&S®THU9/TMU9

Transmitter System
Operating Manual

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Contents
1 Information about this Manual..............................................................7

2 Safety Instructions.................................................................................9
2.1 Safety Instructions for Transmitter Systems and Equipment..................................9
2.2 General Safety Instructions.......................................................................................10
2.2.1 Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................10
2.3 Special Hazard Information........................................................................................17
2.3.1 Hazards from AC Supply Voltage.................................................................................17
2.3.1.1 AC Power Supply..........................................................................................................17
2.3.1.2 Changing Fuses............................................................................................................17
2.3.2 Hazards from High‑Energy Electric Circuits..................................................................17
2.3.3 Hazards from RF Radiation...........................................................................................18
2.3.3.1 Obligation to Instruct Personnel....................................................................................18
2.3.3.2 RF Shielding..................................................................................................................18
2.3.3.3 Rules When Operating an Amplifier..............................................................................18
2.3.3.4 Rules When Working on an Open Amplifier..................................................................19
2.3.4 Conditions for Assembly Work on Cooling System.......................................................19
2.3.5 Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Substances............................................................20

3 Operation..............................................................................................21
3.1 Operation using the TDU900......................................................................................21
3.1.1 Opening the Display......................................................................................................21
3.1.2 Closing the Display.......................................................................................................21
3.1.3 Using the Touchscreen Function..................................................................................21
3.2 Operation via a Web Browser....................................................................................22
3.2.1 Network Connection Process and Login.......................................................................22
3.3 Design of the User Interface......................................................................................23
3.3.1 Elements of the User Interface......................................................................................23
3.3.2 Views.............................................................................................................................23
3.3.3 Basic Menu Bar Functions............................................................................................24
3.3.3.1 Logbook........................................................................................................................25
3.3.3.2 Help...............................................................................................................................25
3.3.3.3 Local/Remote................................................................................................................25

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3.3.3.4 Login/Logout.................................................................................................................25
3.3.3.5 Device View..................................................................................................................25
3.3.3.6 Task View......................................................................................................................26
3.3.4 Navigation.....................................................................................................................26
3.3.5 Input fields.....................................................................................................................26
3.3.6 Editors...........................................................................................................................26
3.3.6.1 Numeric editor...............................................................................................................27
3.3.6.2 Text editor.....................................................................................................................27
3.3.7 Special tasks.................................................................................................................27
3.3.7.1 Finding an Error............................................................................................................27
3.3.7.2 Managing Users............................................................................................................28
3.3.8 Logbook........................................................................................................................28
3.3.8.1 Chronological View.......................................................................................................28
3.3.8.2 Filter (filter/options).......................................................................................................31
3.3.8.3 Scroll function................................................................................................................31

4 Device View Description......................................................................33

4.1 System Overview........................................................................................................33
4.1.1 Device View Home........................................................................................................33
4.1.1.1 Forward Power..............................................................................................................33
4.1.1.2 Reflected Power............................................................................................................34
4.1.1.3 Transmitter....................................................................................................................34
4.1.1.4 N+1 Redundancy..........................................................................................................35
4.2 Transmitter..................................................................................................................37
4.2.1 Automatic Switchover Functions...................................................................................37
4.2.1.1 Automatic Input Signal Switchover................................................................................37
4.2.1.2 Automatic Exciter Switchover........................................................................................40
4.2.2 Transmitter Status.........................................................................................................41
4.2.3 Amplifiers......................................................................................................................42
4.2.4 Rack..............................................................................................................................51
4.2.4.1 Status Parameters – Rack............................................................................................51
4.2.5 Output Stage.................................................................................................................51
4.2.5.1 Startup Parameters – Output Stage..............................................................................51
4.3 Exciter..........................................................................................................................52

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4.3.1 Coders (Standards).......................................................................................................52

4.3.1.1 DVB‑T2..........................................................................................................................52
4.3.1.2 DVB-T...........................................................................................................................60
4.3.1.3 ISDB-T..........................................................................................................................63
4.3.1.4 ATSC.............................................................................................................................68
4.3.1.5 DAB...............................................................................................................................70
4.3.1.6 ATV...............................................................................................................................72
4.3.2 Setting Transmit Frequency and Output Power............................................................81
4.3.3 Signal Feed...................................................................................................................81
4.3.3.1 Configuring Physical Inputs...........................................................................................82
4.3.3.2 Input Signal Switchover.................................................................................................85
4.3.4 Controlling Time of Transmission in Single-Frequency Networks (SFN)......................88
4.3.4.1 Settings.........................................................................................................................91
4.3.5 Using Frequency Control..............................................................................................93
4.3.6 Precorrection.................................................................................................................96
4.4 Cooling.......................................................................................................................101
4.4.1 Configuring Switching Thresholds (Pressure) and Flow Volumes..............................101
4.4.2 Configuring Pumps and Fans......................................................................................104
4.4.3 Status of Cooling System............................................................................................105

5 Task View Description.......................................................................107

5.1 Basic Settings...........................................................................................................107
5.2 Parameters: Input Configuration.............................................................................115
5.3 System Control..........................................................................................................117
5.3.1 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).........................................................117
5.3.1.1 General.......................................................................................................................117
5.3.1.2 Settings on Transmitter Side.......................................................................................117
5.3.1.3 Settings on Manager Side...........................................................................................118
5.3.1.4 Which MIBs Must be Used?........................................................................................120
5.3.1.5 Which OIDs from a MIB Must be Used?.....................................................................121
5.3.1.6 Setting Alarms.............................................................................................................122
5.3.1.7 Testing the SNMP Communication.............................................................................123
5.3.1.8 Setting Alarms Using SNMP.......................................................................................124
5.3.1.9 Type plates - the ENTITY MIB....................................................................................126

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5.4 Maintenance..............................................................................................................128
5.4.1 Backup / Restore.........................................................................................................128
5.4.2 Software Update.........................................................................................................129
5.4.3 Maintenance................................................................................................................130
5.4.4 Options........................................................................................................................130

6 Operating the Device Manager.........................................................133

6.1 Basic Settings...........................................................................................................133

7 User Administration...........................................................................143
7.1 Creating New User Profiles......................................................................................143
7.2 Modifying User Profiles (Users and Access Rights).............................................143
7.3 Deleting User Profiles...............................................................................................144
7.4 Closing Active Sessions..........................................................................................144

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1 Information about this Manual

This manual is part of the documentation for the R&S THU9 transmitter family from
Rohde & Schwarz. The individual manuals for the transmitter family have a modular
structure and complement each other.

Structure
The system manual, which is the central and overarching part of the overall documen-
tation, describes all the steps involved in installing a transmitter.
Operation of the transmitter system after installation and the steps required to put the
system into operation are described in the operating manual.
The service manual describes all maintenance, troubleshooting and service tasks that
customers can carry out themselves. At certain points in the transmitter manual, the
reader is referred to the appropriate operating manual or service manual.

Contents
The manuals for the transmitter family describe all activities required for installation,
startup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and servicing of the transmitter and its
component parts. The appendix contains the interface descriptions and the technical
documentation.

Safety
All skilled personnel working with a transmitter or its components have a duty to read the
associated manuals and to follow the safety measures described in the section "Safety"
and given at appropriate points in the manual. It must be ensured that the transmitter and
the individual components of the transmitter are used only for their intended use. All
activities connected with the transmitter or individual transmitter components must be
carried out by skilled personnel. If activities require additional skills and qualifications,
this is indicated at the appropriate points in the manual.

Symbols and notation

The "warning triangle" symbol refers the reader to potential hazards. The degree of dan-
ger is indicated by different signal words next to the warning symbol.
Instructions are given in numbered steps. All other formatting options are intended to
improve clarity and are self‑explanatory.

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Safety Instructions for Transmitter Systems and Equipment

2 Safety Instructions

2.1 Safety Instructions for Transmitter Systems and Equip-

ment

Compliance with safety regulations

The safety regulations specified in this manual must always be complied with.

The following points require special attention:

● Only qualified technicians are allowed to install and wire the electrical equipment.
● National and international safety rules and regulations must be observed when
equipping operating facilities and during the assembly and operation of electrical
systems.
These include, for example:
– Protective measures to prevent accidents
– Protection against overvoltage
– Isolation of electrical systems
– Grounding of electrical systems
– Physical properties and laying of electrical lines and cables
– Regulations that apply to factories, work areas and special systems
● When installing transmitter racks, it is important to observe national accident pre-
vention regulations, for example, with regard to:
– Crushing hazard when working beneath suspended loads
– Fall hazards when working on ladders
– Risk of injury when lifting heavy loads
● Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used when installation or repair work
is being carried out. Depending on the type of work, it may be necessary to wear
protective clothing such as hard hats, safety gloves, eye protection, etc.
● Instruments and systems must not be operated unless their cabinets are closed.
Observe the appropriate safety instructions when opening cabinets for maintenance
or repair work.
● Isolate all poles when disconnecting instruments and systems from the AC supply.
In addition, disconnect all external sources of power, i.e. all measuring cables, exten-
sion cables and multipoint connectors (except for special service connectors). Then
wait approx. 5 minutes to ensure that the capacitors in the system are sufficiently
discharged.
● Additional information on liquid‑cooled transmitters: When installing the cooling sys-
tem and filling it with coolant (pump and heat exchanger), the applicable regulations

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on working with hazardous products (coolant) must be observed; see the section
"Material Safety Data Sheets" under "EC Safety Data Sheet – Antifrogen".

2.2 General Safety Instructions

This section contains general safety instructions applying to all products manufactured
or sold by Rohde & Schwarz.
In accordance with IEC215 or EN60215, transmitter systems and their add-on equipment
must be operated under the responsibility of qualified technicians only. The minimum
requirements for qualified electricians are also defined in the standard "Safety require-
ments for radio transmitting equipment".
Compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements is a precondition for operating radio
equipment and systems. The operator or the operator's authorized representative is
responsible for ensuring compliance with these requirements. They must additionally
ensure that the training of the operating personnel satisfies the country-specific require-
ments. This includes any periodic training that is necessary.

2.2.1 Safety Instructions

It is essential to read and observe the following instructions and safety informa-
tion.
All factories and sites of the Rohde & Schwarz company group continuously strive to
ensure that our products meet the very latest safety standards and that our customers
are provided with the highest possible degree of safety. Our products and any additional
equipment that they require are manufactured and tested in accordance with the appli-
cable safety regulations. Our quality assurance department regularly checks if these
standards are met. This product has been manufactured and tested in accordance with
the enclosed EC Certificate of Conformity and left the factory in a condition fully complying
with the relevant safety standards. In order to keep the product in this condition and to
ensure that it operates safely, the user must observe all information, warnings and
instructions. Please do not hesitate to contact the Rohde & Schwarz company group if
you have any queries regarding these safety instructions.
Additionally, it is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the product is operated in
the appropriate manner. The product is intended for industrial and laboratory use only
and, if expressly authorized, also for use in the field, and must never be used in such a
way that may result in injury to personnel or damage to property. The user shall be held
responsible if the product is used for purposes other than those specified or in such a
way that disregards the instructions from the manufacturer. The manufacturer shall not
be liable for any consequences resulting from the product being used for purposes other
than those for which it is intended.
Use of the product for its intended purpose is assumed if the product is used in accord-
ance with the specifications given in the associated product documentation and within its
performance limits (see the data sheet, documentation and the following safety instruc-

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tions). Use of the product requires specialist knowledge and, in part, knowledge of the
English language. It is therefore important to ensure that the product is operated only by
specialist personnel and persons with the appropriate skills who have received detailed
instruction in how to operate the product. If personnel protective equipment is required
for the operation of Rohde & Schwarz products, this is indicated at the appropriate point
in the product documentation. Keep the basic safety instructions and product documen-
tation in a safe place and pass them on to subsequent users of the product.
Observance of the safety instructions is intended to prevent injury or damage resulting
from hazards of all types. It is therefore necessary that intended users carefully read and
understand the following safety instructions before and during use of the product. It is
also essential to observe all other safety instructions (e.g. relating to personnel protection)
which are given at appropriate points in the product documentation. In these safety
instructions, the term "product" refers to all articles sold and marketed by the
Rohde & Schwarz company group; these include instruments, installations and all acces-
sory items.

Signal words and their meaning

The following signal words are used in the product documentation to warn of risks and
hazards.

indicates an immediate high-risk hazard which will result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.

indicates a potential medium-risk hazard which can result in death or (serious) injury if it
is not avoided.

indicates a low-risk hazard which could result in minor or medium injury if it is not avoided.

indicates possible incorrect operation which could result in damage to the product.

These signal words correspond to the definitions customary in the European Economic
Area for civil applications. In addition to this definition, there may also be varying defini-
tions used in other economic areas or for military applications. It is therefore important to
note that the signal words described here are used only in connection with the associated
product documentation and the associated product. The use of signal words in connection

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with non-associated products or non-associated documentation can lead to incorrect

interpretation and thus result in injury and damage.

Operating conditions, positions and locations

The product should only be operated in the operating conditions, positions and locations
specified by the manufacturer such that ventilation is not obstructed. Non-observance of
the manufacturer specifications can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious or (under
certain circumstances) fatal injury. All work must be performed in compliance with the
local or country-specific safety and accident prevention regulations.

1. Unless otherwise agreed, the following points apply for Rohde & Schwarz products:
a) Operating position: housing base at bottom
b) IP degree of protection: 2X
c) Degree of soiling: 2
d) Overvoltage category: 2
e) For indoor use only
f) Operation up to 2000 m above sea level
g) Transport up to 4500 m above sea level
h) Tolerance for nominal voltage: ± 10 %
i) Tolerance for nominal frequency: ± 5 %

2. Do not stand the product on surfaces, vehicles, shelves or tables that are not suitable
for weight or stability reasons. When mounting and securing the product on/to objects
or structures (e.g. walls and shelves), always follow the installation instructions from
the manufacturer. Persons can be injured or even killed if installation is not performed
in the way described in the product documentation.

3. Do not place the product on appliances that generate heat (e.g. radiators and fan
heaters). The ambient temperature must not exceed the maximum temperature
specified in the product documentation or in the data sheet. Overheating of the prod-
uct can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious or (under certain circumstances)
fatal injury.

Electrical safety
Non-observance or inadequate observance of the instructions concerning electrical
safety can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious or (under certain circumstances)
fatal injury.

1. Before switching on the product, always make sure that the nominal voltage set at
the product matches the nominal AC voltage of power supply network. If it is neces-
sary to change the voltage setting, it may also be necessary to change the associated
AC supply fuse of the product.

2. In the case of products of protection class I with movable power supply line and plug
connector, operation is only permitted at sockets with protective contact and con-
nected PE conductor.

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3. Any deliberate interruption of the PE conductor (both along the feed line and at the
product itself) is not permitted. This can result in a potential shock hazard at the
product. If extension cables or multipoint connectors are used, it must be ensured
that their safety is checked at regular intervals.

4. If the product is not equipped with a power switch to disconnect it from the power
supply, the plug on the connecting cable must be used to disconnect the power sup-
ply. In such cases, it must be ensured that the power plug is easily reachable and
accessible at all times (length of connecting cable approx. 2 m). Function switches
or electronic switches are not suitable for disconnecting the product from the power
supply. If products without power switch are integrated in racks or systems, the dis-
connecting device must be provided at system level.

5. Never use the product if the power cable is damaged. Check at regular intervals that
the power cable is in perfect condition. Take suitable precautions and use suitable
cable installation methods to ensure that the power cable cannot be damaged and
personnel cannot be injured (e.g. as a result of electric shock or tripping over cables).

6. Operation is only permitted in TN/TT supply networks which are fuse-protected with
max. 16 A (higher fuse ratings should only be used after consultation with the
Rohde & Schwarz company group).

7. Do not insert the plug into dusty or dirty sockets. Insert the plug firmly and completely
into the sockets provided. Disregard of these points can lead to sparks, fire and/or
injury.

8. Do not overload the sockets, extension cables or multipoint connectors as this can
cause fire or electric shocks.

9. In the case of measurements in electrical circuits with voltages Urms > 30 V, appro-
priate measures must be taken to avoid all hazards (e.g. suitable measuring equip-
ment, fuse protection, current limiting, electrical separation, insulation, etc.).

10. In the case of connections to IT equipment (e.g. PCs or industrial computers), it must
be ensured that such connections satisfy the applicable IEC60950‑1/EN60950‑1 or
IEC61010‑1/EN61010‑1.

11. Unless explicitly permitted, never remove the cover or any part of the housing while
the product is in operation. Electrical lines and components will otherwise be
exposed, which can lead to injury, fire or damage to the product.

12. If the product is connected at a fixed location, the connection between the on‑site PE
conductor connection and the instrument PE conductor must be set up before any
other connections are made. Installation and connection should only be performed
by an electrician.

13. In the case of permanently installed equipment without built‑in fuses, circuit breakers
or similar protective devices, the supply circuit must be fused in such a way that
personnel who have access to the product, as well as the product itself, are ade-
quately protected.

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14. Every product must be protected against overvoltage (e.g. as a result of a lightning
strike) by means of appropriate overvoltage protection. The operating personnel are
otherwise at risk of electric shock.

15. Foreign objects must not be inserted into the openings of the housing. This can cause
short circuits in the product and/or electric shocks, fire or injury.

16. Unless otherwise specified, products are not protected against the penetration of
fluids; see also the section "Operating conditions, positions and locations", point 1.
The instruments must therefore be protected against the penetration of fluids. If this
point is disregarded, there is a risk of electric shock for the user or of damage to the
product, which in turn can also endanger personnel.

17. Do not use the product under conditions in which condensation could occur (or may
already have occurred) in or on the product, e.g. if the product has been moved from
a cold environment into a warm environment. Water penetration increases the risk of
electric shock.

18. Before cleaning the product, fully disconnect it from the power supply (e.g. power
supply network or battery). Clean instruments using a soft, lint-free dust cloth. Never
use chemical cleaning agents such as alcohol, acetone or cellulose thinner.

Operation

1. Use of the product requires special instruction and full concentration during use. It
must be ensured that persons who operate the product are fit to do so from a physical,
intellectual and mental viewpoint, otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage. It is
the responsibility of the employer/operator to select suitable personnel to use the
product.

2. Before moving or transporting the product, read and observe the information in the
section ​"Transport" on page 16.

3. As with all industrially manufactured goods, it is not possible to completely rule out
the use of materials which cause allergies, i.e. "allergens" (e.g. nickel). If, when using
Rohde & Schwarz products, allergic reactions occur (e.g. skin rash, frequent sneez-
ing, red eyes or respiratory problems), consult a doctor immediately in order to deter-
mine the cause and to prevent health problems.

4. Before mechanically and/or thermally processing or dismantling the product, it is

essential to refer to the section ​"Disposal" on page 16, point 1.

5. Owing to the inherent functional design of certain products (e.g. RF radio systems),
increased electromagnetic radiation may be produced. In order to protect unborn life,
pregnant women must be protected by means of suitable measures. Electromagnetic
radiation also poses a risk to persons with pacemakers. The employer/operator is
obliged to assess and identify workplaces where there is a particular risk of exposure
to radiation, and to take precautions to prevent potential hazards.

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6. In the event of fire, toxic substances (gases, fluids, etc.) can be discharged from the
product and damage the health of personnel. If a fire occurs, appropriate measures
must therefore be taken (e.g. breathing masks and protective clothing).

7. If a laser product is integrated in an Rohde & Schwarz product (e.g. CD/DVD drive),
no settings or functions other than those described in the product documentation
should be used in order to prevent injury (e.g. from the laser beam).

Repair and servicing

1. The product should be opened by authorized specialist personnel only. Before any
work is performed on the product or before the product is opened, it must be discon-
nected from the supply voltage, otherwise there is a risk of electric shock.

2. Any adjustments, part replacements, maintenance or repairs should be carried out

only by authorized Rohde & Schwarz electricians. If safety‑relevant parts (e.g. power
switches, power transformers or fuses) are to be changed, they must always be
replaced with original parts. A safety check must be performed after safety‑relevant
parts have been replaced (visual inspection, PE conductor test, insulation resistance
measurement, leaking current measurement, functional check). This ensures that the
product remains safe to use.

Batteries and rechargeable batteries/cells

Non-observance or inadequate observance of the instructions concerning electrical
safety can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious or (under certain circumstances)
fatal injury.Batteries and rechargeable batteries with alkaline electrolyte (e.g. lithium
cells) must be handled in line with EN62133.

1. Cells must not be disassembled, opened or crushed.

2. Lithium batteries must not be exposed to high temperatures or fire. Do not store or
place batteries in direct sunlight. Keep cells and batteries clean and dry. Clean dirty
terminals using a dry, clean cloth.

3. Cells and batteries must not be short-circuited. Cells and batteries must not be stored
in a potentially hazardous manner in a box or drawer where they can short-circuit
each other or can be short-circuited by other conductive materials. A cell or battery
should only be taken out of its original packaging when it is to be used.

4. Keep cells and batteries out of the reach of children. If a cell or battery has been
swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.

5. Do not subject cells and batteries to severe mechanical jolts or impacts.

6. If a cell is leaking, do not allow the fluid to come into contact with the skin or eyes. If
the fluid does come into contact with the skin or eyes, wash the affected area with
plenty of water and seek medical assistance.

7. There is a risk of explosion if cells or batteries containing alkaline electrolyte (e.g.

lithium cells) are replaced or charged incorrectly. To ensure that the product remains

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safe to use, always replace cells or batteries with the appropriate R&S type (see the
replacement parts list).

8. Cells or batteries must be recycled and must not be disposed of with residual waste.
Rechargeable batteries or batteries containing lead, mercury or cadmium must be
disposed of as special waste. Observe the country‑specific disposal and recycling
regulations.

Transport

1. The product can be extremely heavy. It must therefore be moved and transported
carefully and, if necessary, using suitable lifting gear (e.g. lift truck) in order to prevent
injuries to the back and other parts of the body.

2. Handles on the products are handling aids which are only intended for persons trans-
porting the product. The handles are not to be used for securing the product to or on
transport equipment (e.g. cranes, forklift trucks, carts, etc.). It is your responsibility to
ensure that the products are attached securely to or on suitable transport or lifting
equipment. Observe the safety regulations from the manufacturer of the used trans-
port or lifting equipment in order prevent injury to personnel and damage to the prod-
uct.

3. If you use the product in a vehicle, it is the responsibility of the driver to drive the
vehicle in a safe and appropriate manner. The manufacturer shall not be liable for
accidents or collisions. Never use the product in moving vehicle if there is a risk that
this could distract the vehicle driver. Make sure that the product is adequately secured
in order to prevent injury or further damage in the event of an accident.

Disposal

1. If products or their components are processed mechanically and/or thermally beyond

the scope of the operating conditions for which they were intended, hazardous mate-
rials (dust containing heavy metals such as lead, beryllium, nickel) can be released.
The product should therefore be dismantled by specially trained personnel only.
Incorrect dismantling can cause damage to health. The national regulations con-
cerning disposal must be observed.

2. If, when handling the product, hazardous materials or operating fluids are encoun-
tered which must be disposed of separately (e.g. coolant or engine oils that have to
be changed at regular intervals), the safety instructions from the manufacturer of
these hazardous materials and operating fluids, and the applicable local disposal
regulations must be observed. Also observe any additional relevant safety instruc-
tions in the product documentation. Incorrect disposal of hazardous materials or
operating fluids can result in damage to health and the environment.

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Special Hazard Information

2.3 Special Hazard Information

2.3.1 Hazards from AC Supply Voltage

All voltages of Urms > 30 V AC or U > 60 V DC must be regarded as constituting a shock

hazard. When working with voltages that constitute a shock hazard, appropriate meas-
ures must be taken to prevent exposure to danger. Never work on live components. Work
on live parts should only be performed in exceptional cases and only if special safety
precautions are taken.

2.3.1.1 AC Power Supply

● Before connecting the AC power supply, it is important to ensure that the power sup-
ply specifications given for the system or instruments match the nominal specifica-
tions for the local power supply network. The power supply circuit must be protected
by means of fuses in order to prevent overloads and short circuits.
● Miniature modules have neutral conductor fuses. As a result, the power supply may
still be connected even after interruption of the circuit by a fuse.

2.3.1.2 Changing Fuses

● Fuses which are accessible to the operator should only be changed after the instru-
ments have been disconnected from the power supply. They must always be replaced
with fuses that have the same electrical rating, tripping characteristics and breaking
capacity.
● Motor protection switches and automatic line fuses in those parts of a transmitter
system that can be accessed by users must be tripped. If their response range is
adjustable, the ex‑factory setting must not be altered. If settings are changed inad-
vertently, the correct values specified in this documentation must be set.

2.3.2 Hazards from High‑Energy Electric Circuits

The instruments contain low-voltage circuits that can be fed from a voltage source with
an extremely low impedance (e.g. amplifier operating voltage). These circuits carry dan-
gerously high levels of energy. At Rohde & Schwarz, we treat these circuits in the same
way as circuits with hazardous contact voltages. Normally, these circuits are protected
by covers to prevent unintentional contact. The cover has a warning label.
In practice it has been repeatedly shown that short circuits caused by small metallic tools
result in severe burns. For safety reasons, any high‑energy electric circuits in areas of
the equipment that can be accessed by users are concealed by protective covers.
● Exercise the same amount of caution for measurements on low‑impedance voltages
(e.g. for repair purposes) that you would when performing measurements on oper-
ating voltages which constitute a shock hazard.
Wear suitable protective gear when necessary.

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● Before opening any equipment or removing a particular cover, turn off the power
supply and wait 5 minutes to ensure that capacitors have discharged sufficiently.
● Do not discharge capacitors by short‑circuiting them.

2.3.3 Hazards from RF Radiation

2.3.3.1 Obligation to Instruct Personnel

● The operator must train all personnel in the operation of this transmitter or instrument
in line with EN60215 and/or IEC215. It is essential that these regular training sessions
emphasize the dangers related to high frequency that exist at the respective trans-
mitter or instrument. Operating personnel are only authorized to adjust and operate
the equipment after they have completed the respective training sessions and their
participation has been documented.
High‑energy RF circuits inside the transmitter or instrument are routed via conventional
removable RF connectors (e.g. type N). Depending on the output power, the output ports
of the transmitter and instrument are equipped with screw-type or plug-in RF lines or
ducts.
If RF lines or modules carry high power, the connection point or the entire module is
tagged with the general danger warning label (yellow triangle with a black exclamation
mark).

2.3.3.2 RF Shielding

Transmitters and instruments from Rohde & Schwarz are shielded so that even in the
immediate vicinity there is no danger from RF radiation when all RF lines are connected.
This applies to statutory provisions in Germany, i.e. the regulation concerning electro-
magnetic fields:
Limits for electrical and magnetic field strengths of high‑frequency installations are
defined in the 26th ordinance of the German Federal Government's Emission Control Act
of December 16, 1996 (26. BImSchV).

2.3.3.3 Rules When Operating an Amplifier

Disconnecting RF lines that are in operation can result in arcs. These can cause burns
and eye injuries.
● Operation of the amplifier is only permitted if a main or dummy antenna is connected
● Never disconnect RF lines when the amplifier is in operation
● Never open the amplifier or modules when the amplifier is in operation
● Never operate the amplifier if RF lines are exposed

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2.3.3.4 Rules When Working on an Open Amplifier

Operation with RF power is not permitted if the instrument has been opened or covers
have been removed.

2.3.4 Conditions for Assembly Work on Cooling System

The operator has to ensure that all installation, inspection and assembly work is per-
formed by authorized and qualified personnel who have read and understood the oper-
ating instructions. Work on the system may be performed only with the system at rest
and de‑energized, i.e. with all electric power supplies disconnected and switched off.
All operating and safety instructions must be observed when working on the cooling sys-
tem. Non‑observance of the safety instructions can result in injury to personnel, damage
to the equipment and forfeiture of all claims for damages.
Applicable accident prevention regulations must be observed. Precautions to prevent
hazards resulting from electrical energy must be taken. Relevant VDE and IEC/IEEE
regulations as well as the regulations of local power companies must be observed.
When performing installation and assembly work, use only the original parts supplied.
Any modifications to the system require the prior agreement of the manufacturer. To
ensure the safety of the system, it is important to use only original spare parts and acces-
sories approved by the manufacturer. If parts other than the original ones are used or
alterations are made to the system, all claims for damages against the manufacturer shall
be forfeited. In such cases, the manufacturer shall not be liable for any consequential or
indirect damage.
Safe and reliable operation of the system can only be ensured if the system is used for
the intended purpose and the operating instructions are observed. Limit values specified
in the operating manual must never be exceeded. Elements or subassemblies of the
pump unit may be heated by the coolant, especially after extended periods of use under
unfavorable conditions.
Depending on the coolant return temperature, direct contact with the elements and sub-
assemblies of the pump unit (pipes, tubes, reservoirs, etc.) should therefore be avoided
wherever possible.
For safety reasons, the coolant should be allowed to cool down to between 5 °C and
30 °C before the system is drained.
Inappropriate handling of the coolant may be harmful to your health. For this reason, wear
waterproof gloves and safety goggles during all maintenance and service work involving
direct contact with the coolant.
If your eyes or skin have come into contact with coolant, use tap water to wash it out
immediately and thoroughly. Consult a doctor if necessary. If you have swallowed cool-
ant, consult a doctor immediately in all cases. The coolant may contain an antifreezing
agent which contains glycol.

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Special Hazard Information

2.3.5 Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Substances

This section contains the following safety data sheets in accordance with the directive
91/155/ EEC:
● EC safety data sheet for coolant (Antifrogen N/ water mixture)
● WOLFRASYN ULAF grease
● GLT heat sink compound

Note regarding coolant

Owing to legal provisions and type‑approval regulations, transmitter systems may in
some countries have a different coolant to Antifrogen N. Please contact your local
Rohde & Schwarz representative for further information.

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ANTIFROGEN N WATER-MIXTURE 39% Page 1

Substance key: SXR089061 Revision Date: 24.03.2004

Version : 2 - 26 / EU Date of printing : 03.03.2008

1. Identification of the substance/preparation and company

Trade name
ANTIFROGEN N WATER-MIXTURE 39%
Use of the substance/preparation.
Industry sector : Functional Fluids
Type of use : Brine for refrigeration
Identification of the company
Clariant Produkte (Deutschland) GmbH

65926 Frankfurt am Main

Telephone no. : +49 69 305 18000
Information about the substance/preparation
Div. Functional Chemicals/PRODUCT SAFETY
++49(0)69-305-2092/15315/32251
Emergency telephone number : +49 69 305 6418

2. Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical characterization
Monoethylene glycol (1,2-ethane diol) and inhibitors in aqueous solution (39% active)

Hazardous ingredients
Ethanediol
Concentration : 39 %
CAS number : 107-21-1
EINECS number : 203-473-3
Hazard symbols Xn
R phrases 22
Sodium nitrite
Concentration : < 0,15 %
CAS number : 7632-00-0
EINECS number : 231-555-9
Hazard symbols O T N
R phrases 8 25 50

3. Hazards identification
Harmful if swallowed.

4. First aid measures

General information
Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately
After inhalation
When inhaled remove to fresh air and seek medical aid.

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After contact with skin

In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with plenty of water
After contact with eyes
In case of contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical advice
After ingestion
Summon a doctor immediately.

5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Product itself is non-combustible; Fire extinguishing method of surrounding areas must be
discussed.
Special hazards from the substance itself, its combustion products or from its vapours
In case of fires, hazardous combustion gases are formed: Carbon monoxide (CO)
Special protective equipment for firefighting
Use self-contained breathing apparatus

6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
Environmental precautions
Do not allow to enter drains or waterways
Methods for cleaning up/taking up
Pick up with absorbent material (eg sand, kieselgur, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).
Dispose of as prescribed

7. Handling and storage

Advice on safe handling
Open and handle container with care.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
The product is not combustible
Storage stability
Storage time: > 24 months

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Ingredients with occupational exposure limits to be monitored

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ETHYLENE GLYCOL
CAS number : 107-21-1
EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work
exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents.
EU Exposure Limit Values Data
Revision : 07 2000
Time Weighted Average (TWA):
Values: 52 mg/m3 20 ppm
ETHYLENE GLYCOL
CAS number : 107-21-1
EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work
exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents.
EU Exposure Limit Values Data
Revision : 07 2000
Skin designation:
Can be absorbed through the skin.
ETHYLENE GLYCOL
CAS number : 107-21-1
EU. Indicative Exposure and Directives relating to the protection of risks related to work
exposure to chemical, physical, and biological agents.
EU Exposure Limit Values Data
Revision : 07 2000
Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL):
Values: 104 mg/m3 40 ppm

General protective measures

Do not inhale vapours
Hygiene measures
Keep away from foodstuffs and beverages.
Respiratory protection : Use respiratory protection in case of insufficient exhaust
ventilation or prolonged exposure
Full mask to standard DIN EN 136
Filter A (organic gases and vapours) to standard DIN EN 141
The use of filter apparatus presupposes that the environment
atmosphere contains at least 17% oxygen by volume, and
does not exceed the maximum gas concentration, usually
0.5% by volume. Relevant guidelines to be considered
include EN 136/141/143/371/372 as well as other national
regulations.
Hand protection : For long-term exposure:
Butyl rubber gloves
Minimum breakthrough time / gloves : 480 min
Minimum thickness / gloves 0,7 mm

For short-term exposure (splash protection):

Nitrile rubber gloves.
Minimum breakthrough time / gloves : 30 min
Minimum thickness / gloves 0,4 mm

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These types of protective gloves are offered by various

manufacturers. Please note the manufacturers´ detailed
statements, especially about the minimum thickness and the
minimum breakthrough time. Consider also the particular
working conditions under which the gloves are being used.

Eye protection : safety glasses

9. Physical and chemical properties

Form : Liquid
Colour : light yellow
Odour : perceptible
Freezing point : approx. -25 °C
Method : ASTM D 1177
Boiling temperature : approx. 106 °C ( 1.013 mbar)
Method : ASTM D 1120
Flash point : None
Ignition temperature : None
Oxidizing properties : Not applicable
Self-ignition temperature : Not applicable
Lower explosion limit : not determined
Upper explosion limit : not determined
Evaporation rate : not determined
Vapour pressure : < 0,1 mbar (20 °C)
Method : Calculated by Syracuse.
Density : approx. 1,07 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Method : DIN 51757
Bulk density : Not applicable
Vapour density in relation to not determined
air :
Solubility in water : (20 °C)
miscible in all proportions
Soluble in ... : fat
not determined
pH value : 7,8 - 8,3 (20 °C)
Method : DIN EN 1262
Octanol/water partition not determined
coefficient (log Pow) :
Viscosity (kinematic) : approx. 3,1 mm2/s ( 20 °C)
Method : DIN 51562

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Combustion number : Not applicable

10. Stability and reactivity

Thermal decomposition : > 200 °C
Method : DSC
Source : Analogy
Hazardous reactions
Incompatible with oxidizing materials.

11. Toxicological information

Acute oral toxicity : LD50 4.000 mg/kg (rat)
Source : IUCLID
Information based on the main component.
Acute inhalation toxicity : not determined
Acute dermal toxicity : not determined
Irritant effect on skin : non-irritant
Irritant effect on eyes : slightly irritant
Sensitization : not determined
Mutagenicity : not determined
Remarks
Vapours and mists cause irritation/burns to eyes and the respiratory tract
There is a possibility of kidney damage
Poisoning affects the central nervous system
The data on toxicology refer to the active ingredient.

12. Ecological information

Biodegradability : 90 %
good degradability
Method : Zahn-Wellens test
Fish toxicity : LC50 1.500 mg/l (golden orfe)

Remarks
If handled correctly it causes no disturbance in treatment plants.
The ecological number information is based on the undiluted product.

13. Disposal considerations

Product
In accordance with local authority regulations, take to special waste incineration plant

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14. Transport information

ADR not restricted

ADNR not restricted
RID not restricted
IATA not restricted
IMDG not restricted

15. Regulatory information

Labelling in accordance with EC-Directives
hazard warning labelling compulsory
Classification according to the calculation procedure of the Dangerous Preparations Directive
(1999/45/EC).
Hazard symbols
Xn Harmful
Hazardous component(s) to be indicated on label
Ethanediol
R phrases
22 Harmful if swallowed.
S phrases
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
28.2 After contact with skin, wash immediately with water and soap.
37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

16. Other information

Text of the R-phrases which are allocated to the ingredients/components mentioned
in section 2 of this Safety Data Sheet.
22 Harmful if swallowed.
25 Toxic if swallowed.
50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.

The data are based on the current state of our knowledge, and are intended to describe the
product with regard to the requirements of safety. The data should not be taken to imply
any guarantee of a particular or general specification. It is the responsibility of the user of
the product to ensure to his satisfaction that the product is suitable for the intended
purpose and method of use. We do not accept responsibility for any harm caused by the
use of this information. In all cases, our general conditions of sale apply.

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SAFETY DATA SHEET

WOLFRASYN ULAF
Date of printing : 2011-09-16. Date of issue 2011-09-16

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Product name : WOLFRASYN ULAF
Product code : 003001
Product description : Grease

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Not applicable.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

KLÜBER LUBRICATION MÜNCHEN KG
Geisenhausenerstrasse 7
D-81379 München
Tel: +49 (0) 897876-0
Fax: +49 (0) 897876-333
e-mail address of person : Material Compliance Management E-Mail: mcm@klueber.com
responsible for this SDS
National contact

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Supplier
Emergency telephone : 0049 (0) 897876-700 (24hrs)
number (with hours of
operation)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Product definition : Mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]
Skin Sens. 1, H317
Aquatic Chronic 3, H412
Ingredients of unknown : Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity: 97.7%
toxicity
Ingredients of unknown : Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown hazards to the
ecotoxicity aquatic environment: 97.7%
Classification according to Directive 1999/45/EC [DPD]
The product is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
Classification : R43
R52/53
Human health hazards : May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Environmental hazards : Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
See Section 16 for the full text of the R phrases or H statements declared above.
See Section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms :

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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word : Warning
Hazard statements : May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
Prevention : Wear protective gloves. Avoid release to the environment. Avoid breathing vapour.
Response : IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs:
Get medical attention.
Storage : Not applicable.
Disposal : Not applicable.
Hazardous ingredients : N-1-naphthylaniline
Supplemental label : Not applicable.
elements
Special packaging requirements
Containers to be fitted : Not applicable.
with child-resistant
fastenings
Tactile warning of danger : Not applicable.

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards which do : Not available.
not result in classification
Additional warning phrases : Not available.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

Substance/mixture : Mixture
Description : polyalkylene glycol oil solid lubricant

Classification Type

Product/ingredient Identifiers % 67/548/EEC Regulation (EC) No.

name 1272/2008 [CLP]
N-1-naphthylaniline EC: 201-983-0 1-2.5 Xn; R22 Acute Tox. 4, H302 [1]
CAS: 90-30-2 R43 Skin Sens. 1, H317
N; R50/53 STOT RE 2, H373o
Aquatic Acute 1, H400
Aquatic Chronic 1,
H410
See Section 16 for See Section 16 for the
the full text of the R- full text of the H
phrases declared statements declared
above. above.

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this
section.
Type
[1] Substance classified with a health or environmental hazard
[2] Substance with a workplace exposure limit
[3] Substance meets the criteria for PBT according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, Annex XIII
[4] Substance meets the criteria for vPvB according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, Annex XIII
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.

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SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
Eye contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If
not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial
respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the person
providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Get medical attention if adverse
health effects persist or are severe. If unconscious, place in recovery position and
get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing
such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. In case of inhalation of decomposition
products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be
kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.
Skin contact : Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear
gloves. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention. In the
event of any complaints or symptoms, avoid further exposure. Wash clothing before
reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. Remove victim to fresh air
and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If material has been
swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to
drink. Stop if the exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not
induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs,
the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Get medical
attention if adverse health effects persist or are severe. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get
medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such
as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It
may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear
gloves.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation : Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects
may be delayed following exposure.
Skin contact : May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : Adverse symptoms may include the following:
irritation
redness
Ingestion : No specific data.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to physician : In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed.
The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.
Specific treatments : No specific treatment.

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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
media
Unsuitable extinguishing : None known.
media

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazards from the : In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst.
substance or mixture This material is harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Fire water
contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being
discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.
Hazardous combustion : Decomposition products may include the following materials:
products carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
nitrogen oxides

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special precautions for : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
fire-fighters there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable
training.
Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained
equipment for fire-fighters breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure
mode. Clothing for fire-fighters (including helmets, protective boots and gloves)
conforming to European standard EN 469 will provide a basic level of protection for
chemical incidents.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
personnel Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Avoid breathing vapour or
mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders : If specialised clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any
information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the
information in "For non-emergency personnel".

6.2 Environmental : Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
precautions and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental
pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Water polluting material. May be harmful
to the environment if released in large quantities.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop
up if water-soluble. Alternatively, or if water-insoluble, absorb with an inert dry
material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a
licensed waste disposal contractor.
Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach the release
from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined
areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows.
Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand,
earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal
according to local regulations (see section 13). Dispose of via a licensed waste
disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard
as the spilt product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and
section 13 for waste disposal.

6.4 Reference to other : See Section 1 for emergency contact information.

sections See Section 8 for information on appropriate personal protective equipment.
See Section 13 for additional waste treatment information.
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SECTION 7: Handling and storage

The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should be
consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Protective measures : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Persons with a
history of skin sensitization problems should not be employed in any process in
which this product is used. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not ingest.
Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Avoid release to the environment. Keep in the
original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept
tightly closed when not in use. Empty containers retain product residue and can be
hazardous. Do not reuse container.
Advice on general : Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is
occupational hygiene handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before
eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective
equipment before entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional
information on hygiene measures.

7.2 Conditions for safe : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from
storage, including any direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible
incompatibilities materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and
sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully
resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers.
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Recommendations : Not available.
Industrial sector specific : Not available.
solutions

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should be
consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
No exposure limit value known.
Recommended monitoring : If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace
procedures atmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness
of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory
protective equipment. Reference should be made to European Standard EN 689 for
methods for the assessment of exposure by inhalation to chemical agents and
national guidance documents for methods for the determination of hazardous
substances.
Derived effect levels
No DELs available.
Predicted effect concentrations
No PECs available.

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering : No special ventilation requirements. Good general ventilation should be sufficient to
controls control worker exposure to airborne contaminants. If this product contains
ingredients with exposure limits, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or
other engineering controls to keep worker exposure below any recommended or
statutory limits.
Individual protection measures

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SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before
eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash
contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety
showers are close to the workstation location.
Eye/face protection : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,
gases or dusts.
Skin protection
Hand protection : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should
be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates
this is necessary.
Body protection : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task
being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist
before handling this product.
Other skin protection : Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be
selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be
approved by a specialist before handling this product.
Respiratory protection : Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must
be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and
the safe working limits of the selected respirator.
Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure
controls they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some
cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process
equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state : Paste.
Colour : Black.
Odour : Characteristic.
pH : Not available.
Melting point/freezing point : Not available.
Initial boiling point and boiling : Not available.
range
Flash point : Not applicable.
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not available.
Burning time : Not applicable.
Burning rate : Not applicable.
Upper/lower flammability or : Not available.
explosive limits
Vapour pressure : Not available.
Density : 1.3 g/cm3 [20°C]
Bulk Density : Not available.
Solubility(ies) : Insoluble in the following materials: cold water and hot water.
Partition coefficient: n- : Not available.
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature : Not available.
Decomposition temperature : Not available.
Viscosity : Not available.
Explosive properties : Not available.

Oxidising properties : Not available.

9.2 Other information
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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

No additional information.
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity : No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

10.2 Chemical stability : The product is stable.

10.3 Possibility of : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.
hazardous reactions

10.4 Conditions to avoid : No specific data.

10.5 Incompatible materials : No specific data.

10.6 Hazardous : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products
decomposition products should not be produced.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure
N-1-naphthylaniline LD50 Dermal Rabbit >5000 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 1625 mg/kg -
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Acute toxicity estimates
Route ATE value
Oral 2894.5 mg/kg
Irritation/Corrosion
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Sensitiser
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Mutagenicity
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Carcinogenicity
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Reproductive toxicity
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Teratogenicity
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not available.
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Product/ingredient name Category Route of Target organs
exposure
N-1-naphthylaniline Category 2 Oral Not determined

Aspiration hazard
Not available.
Information on the likely : Not available.
routes of exposure
Potential acute health effects

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SECTION 11: Toxicological information

Inhalation : Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects
may be delayed following exposure.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin contact : May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Eye contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics
Inhalation : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.
Skin contact : Adverse symptoms may include the following:
irritation
redness
Eye contact : No specific data.
Delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects from short and long term exposure
Short term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Long term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Potential chronic health effects
Not available.
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
General : Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when subsequently exposed
to very low levels.
Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Other information : Not available.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Product/ingredient name Result Species Exposure
N-1-naphthylaniline Acute EC50 0.32 mg/l Daphnia 48 hours
Acute LC50 0.44 mg/l Fish - Oncorhynchus mykiss 96 hours
Chronic NOEC 0.02 mg/l Daphnia - Daphnia Magna 21 days
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Product/ingredient name Test Result Dose Inoculum
N-1-naphthylaniline OECD 301C 0 % - Not readily - 28 days - -
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
Product/ingredient name Aquatic half-life Photolysis Biodegradability
N-1-naphthylaniline - - Not readily

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Not available.

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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.4 Mobility in soil
Soil/water partition : Not available.
coefficient (KOC)

Mobility : Not available.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT : Not applicable.
vPvB : Not applicable.

12.6 Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should be
consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible.
Significant quantities of waste product residues should not be disposed of via the
foul sewer but processed in a suitable effluent treatment plant. Dispose of surplus
and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of
this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the
requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any
regional local authority requirements.
Hazardous waste : The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste.
Packaging
Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Waste
packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered
when recycling is not feasible.
Special precautions : This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should be
taken when handling emptied containers that have not been cleaned or rinsed out.
Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal of
spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.
SECTION 14: Transport information

ADR/RID IMDG IATA

14.1 UN number Not regulated. Not regulated. Not regulated.

14.2 UN proper - - -
shipping name
14.3 Transport - - -
hazard class(es)

14.4 Packing - - -
group
14.5 No. No. No.
Environmental
hazards
14.6 Special Not available. Not available. Not available.
precautions for
user
Additional - - -
information

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SECTION 14: Transport information

14.7 Transport in bulk : Not available.
according to Annex II of
MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC
Code

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Annex XIV - List of substances subject to authorisation
Substances of very high concern
None of the components are listed.
Annex XVII - Restrictions : Not applicable.
on the manufacture,
placing on the market and
use of certain dangerous
substances, mixtures and
articles
Other EU regulations
Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted.
Black List Chemicals : Not listed
Priority List Chemicals : Not listed
Integrated pollution : Not listed
prevention and control
list (IPPC) - Air
Integrated pollution : Not listed
prevention and control
list (IPPC) - Water
International regulations
Chemical Weapons : Not listed
Convention List Schedule I
Chemicals

Chemical Weapons : Not listed

Convention List Schedule II
Chemicals

Chemical Weapons : Not listed

Convention List Schedule III
Chemicals

15.2 Chemical Safety : This product contains substances for which Chemical Safety Assessments are still
Assessment required.

SECTION 16: Other information

Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version.
Abbreviations and : ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate
acronyms CLP = Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation [Regulation (EC) No.
1272/2008]
DNEL = Derived No Effect Level
EUH statement = CLP-specific Hazard statement
PNEC = Predicted No Effect Concentration
RRN = REACH Registration Number
Procedure used to derive the classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]
Classification Justification
Skin Sens. 1, H317 Calculation method
Aquatic Chronic 3, H412 Calculation method

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SECTION 16: Other information

Full text of abbreviated H : H302 Harmful if swallowed.
statements H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H373o May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if
swallowed.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Full text of classifications : Acute Tox. 4, H302 ACUTE TOXICITY: ORAL - Category 4
[CLP/GHS] Aquatic Acute 1, H400 AQUATIC TOXICITY (ACUTE) - Category 1
Aquatic Chronic 1, H410 AQUATIC TOXICITY (CHRONIC) - Category 1
Aquatic Chronic 3, H412 AQUATIC TOXICITY (CHRONIC) - Category 3
Skin Sens. 1, H317 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
STOT RE 2, H373o SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED
EXPOSURE): ORAL - Category 2
Full text of abbreviated R : R22- Harmful if swallowed.
phrases R43- May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R50/53- Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R52/53- Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
Full text of classifications : Xn - Harmful
[DSD/DPD] N - Dangerous for the environment
Version : 2
Date of printing : 2011-09-16.
Date of issue : 2011-09-16
Date of previous issue : 2011-09-16.
Prepared by : Material Compliance Management
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the express written approval of KLÜBER LUBRICATION. This document may be passed on only to the extent
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KLÜBER LUBRICATION provides its customers with amended safety datasheets as prescribed by law. The
customer is responsible for passing on safety datasheets and any amendments contained therein to its own
customers, employees and other users of the product. KLÜBER LUBRICATION provides no guarantee that
safety datasheets received by users from third parties are up-to-date.
All information and instructions in this safety datasheets were compiled to the best of our knowledge and are
based on the information available to us. The data provided are intended to describe the product in relation to
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Operation using the TDU900

3 Operation
The TDU900 is a display unit with a touchscreen function and a graphical user interface
for the configuration of transmitter systems from the 9000 family.

3.1 Operation using the TDU900

3.1.1 Opening the Display

The display is located inside the TDU900 operating unit in the idle state.
1. Unlock the display by pressing hard on the trapezoidal area.

2. The display slowly slides forward out of the device.

3. Tilt the display until you have reached the most ergonomically comfortable angle for
operation.

3.1.2 Closing the Display

1. Tilt the display to a horizontal position until you can feel the display lock in.

2. Push the display until the limit stop in the TDU900's casing until the display locks into
the transport lock by itself.

3. The display illumination automatically shuts off in this state.

Tip: Close the operating unit during long periods of inactivity to prolong the service
life of the backlighting.

3.1.3 Using the Touchscreen Function

The display is outfitted with a touchscreen function for operating all of the transmitter
functions.

The interface can be damaged or destroyed if sharp-edged objects are used. Therefore,
only use your finger to operate the touch screen.

1. A light touch on a button suffices for initiating a user action.

2. A button lights up in orange while your finger remains there. The action is executed
only when you remove your finger from the button.

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Tip: To cancel an unintended selected action, slide your finger to the side away from
the button highlighted orange and then lift your finger.

3.2 Operation via a Web Browser

Supported operating systems

● Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit versions)

Supported web browsers

Any browser with an installed Java plug-in at version 1.6.0-25 or higher (Java SE6 update
25)

3.2.1 Network Connection Process and Login

1. Create a physical network connection to the transmitter. The following options are
available:
a) Remote access using a wide area network (WAN)
b) Local access directly to a transmitter using a LAN cable

2. Start the web browser; enter the following information in the address bar:
a) The IP address of the transmitter
The website for operating the transmitter is retrieved (login page).

3. Enter your user name and password.

Note: The following login information is preconfigured at the factory
● User name: Query
Password: 1234
● User name: Operation
Password: 1234
● User name: Maintenance
Password: 1234
● User name: Configuration
Password: 1234
Change the user names and passwords after your first time logging in ​chapter 3.3.7.2,
"Managing Users", on page 28
After successfully logging in, the actual user interface is displayed.

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3.3 Design of the User Interface

3.3.1 Elements of the User Interface

The user interface is composed of the following elements:

● Menu bar:
The menu bar provides access to the most important functions.
● System status:
This display provides a constant, visible, general overview of the entire system status.
● Path bar:
The path bar shows the current position within the menu structure and provides the
ability to quickly return to higher menu levels.
● Working area:
The various tasks and configuration steps are carried out in the working area.

1 = Menu bar
2 = System status
3 = Path bar
4 = Working area

3.3.2 Views

The user interface provides two different views of the transmitter system:
● Device View
● Task View

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Device View
In this view, all of the transmitter's functions are structured in the form of block diagrams.
All parameters relevant to operation are accessible.

Fig. 3-1: Hierarchical structure of a transmitter system

1 = View of transmitter system level

2 = View of single-transmitter level
3 = View of exciter level

Task view
In this view, certain, frequently recurring tasks are combined. One task includes exactly
those parameters, which are required for working on this task across devices. All of the
parameters relevant to startup and maintenance are accessible.

Certain parameters are only accessible in the Task View.

3.3.3 Basic Menu Bar Functions

All of the functions of the TDU900 that are required for basic operation of a transmitter
are combined in the menu bar.
The following functions are available there:
● Logbook

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● Help
● Local/Remote
● Login/Logout
● Device View
● Task View

3.3.3.1 Logbook

The logbook is used for logging all of the events in the system and is used for debugging
and error analysis.

3.3.3.2 Help

This button enables activation of the help function. The following steps are to be carried
out:

1. Press the Help button.

All elements for which help information is available are marked with a blue frame.

2. Select the desired element.

The corresponding help information is shown in a separate window.

3.3.3.3 Local/Remote

Operation of the transmitter can be done using local access as well as using remote
access.
The Local/Remote button allows toggling between both types of access.

The transmitter can be toggled to local operation from remote control at any time.
If local operation is currently underway, then remote control is not possible for safety
reasons.

The current status (L=Local, R=Remote) is shown directly on the Local/Remote button.
The corresponding status of each transmitter is shown individually for multiple-transmitter
systems.

3.3.3.4 Login/Logout

The login dialog enables a user to log in or log out of the system.

3.3.3.5 Device View

This button enables switching to device view.

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3.3.3.6 Task View

This button enables switching to Task View.

3.3.4 Navigation

Navigation through the transmitter menus is done in Device View. By pressing on a visibly
highlighted block diagram element, you can navigate deeper in the transmitter structure.
Parameters that may be spread out over multiple tabs are located on the lowest menu
level. A path bar is shown at the bottom of the screen. :
This has two functions:
● Display of the current menu level
● Return to higher menu levels

3.3.5 Input fields

Additional information regarding the editability of respective parameters are visualized

using icons on the display and input fields. The various display forms have the following
meaning:
●

This value is editable without limitation.

●

This value is editable, but has no effect in the current configuration.

●

This value was changed and not yet stored in a preset.

●

This value is not editable with the currently applicable user rights.

3.3.6 Editors

All of the functions of the TDU900 that are required for basic operation of a transmitter
are combined in the menu bar.
The following functions are available there:

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3.3.6.1 Numeric editor

The numeric editor is outfitted with the following functions.

1 = Pressing one of these buttons changes the value right in the display, without using the Enter button.
2 = When this button is pressed, the value entered using the numeric keypad is applied in the system.
3 = When this button is pressed, all changes made in this window are discarded and the original value is
restored.

If the allowed value range is violated, an error message appears and the input elements
(Increase/Decrease/Enter) are disabled.

3.3.6.2 Text editor

The text editor enables letters, numbers, and special characters to be entered.

3.3.7 Special tasks

3.3.7.1 Finding an Error

Two different means are available for locating an error:

● Block Diagrams
The elements of the block diagram lead to the cause of the error in a few steps using
their traffic light signaling as long as the error is currently active. Valuable information

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about an error's cause and tips for correcting the error can be retrieved using the help
function of the respective error message.
● Logbook
Complex error situations including behavior over time can be analyzed using the log-
book. The help function makes a multitude of valuable information available here as
well

3.3.7.2 Managing Users

User management is only accessible by operating the TDU900 using a web browser. To
do so, all you have to do is select the following login:
User name: Superuser
Password: 1234
For additional details see ​chapter 7, "User Administration", on page 143.

3.3.8 Logbook

All system events are recorded in the logbook. The following functions are available for
simplifying debugging and error analysis:
● Chronological View
Events are shown in their chronological order.
● Filter (filter and options)
Events or event groups can be chosen selectively with the help of specific criteria.
● Scroll function
Enables fast navigation in long event lists

3.3.8.1 Chronological View

All of the event messages are listed strictly chronologically here. Here, the newest mes-
sages are always at the top of the list.

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Fig. 3-2: Logbook – Chronological View

A thread consists of a group of messages that refer to the same event. The color of the
thread is determined by the most critical message within the thread. Clicking a thread
marker opens a window with the corresponding messages.

Fig. 3-3: Logbook – Thread

1 = Thread marker
2 = Open the detail view by clicking

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For most messages there is an entry for both the occurrence and the expiration of a
message.
Each entry consists of the following information:
● Alarm level
– Error
– Error is over/remedied
– Warning
– Warning is over
– Info
● Error message text
● System component (control, amplifier, exciter, etc.)
● Time
Clicking an entry within the thread view displays a detailed description with the following
contents.

● From: To:
Displays the time when an event starts or ends.
● State:
Indicates whether an event is still active or already remedied.
● Duration:
Indicates how long an event was active.
● Component:
Indicates the system components affected by an event.
● Description:

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Displays a detailed description of an event.

3.3.8.2 Filter (filter/options)

Fig. 3-4: Logbook – Filter/options

The filter function allows filtering of the messages according to the following criteria:
● Level filter:
The messages can be filtered selectively according to individual or multiple levels
(Info | Warning | Fault) at the same time by selecting/deselecting the checkboxes
"Show Infos", "Show Warnings", and "Show Faults".
Selecting the "Show open issues only" checkbox will cause only messages that are
still active to be displayed, in other words, messages that still have not been rem-
edied,
● Component filter:
The messages can be filtered selectively according to individual or multiple system
components (System | Exciter A/B | Output Stage) at the same time by selecting/
deselecting the checkboxes.
● Options:
The following options are available:
– Clear logbook
With "Clear Logbook" you can completely delete the contents of the logbook.
– Restore logbook
With "Restore Logbook" you can restore the logbook after accidentally deleting
it.
– Messages
The "Messages" display shows the number of entries in the logbook.
– Close
The entire filter function can be closed with "Close".

3.3.8.3 Scroll function

The scroll function enables navigation within a long event list and the selection and
detailed view of specific events.

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Fig. 3-5: Scroll functions

1 = Scroll box
2 = Scroll thumb
3 = Entry up
4 = Page up
5 = Entry down
6 = Page down

By clicking within the scroll box you can directly position the "Scroll Thumb" at the cor-
responding place.
Entry-Down: This button allows scrolling downwards by one entry in the direction of
the oldest date.
Entry-Up: This button allows scrolling upwards by one entry in the direction of the
newest date.
Page-Down: This button allows scrolling by one page at a time in the direction of the
oldest date.
Page-Up: This button allows scrolling by one page at a time in the direction of the
newest date.

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4 Device View Description

4.1 System Overview

4.1.1 Device View Home

The screenshot below shows the Device View Home menu view. It represents the trans-
mitter system level. The function of the individual buttons and the meaning of specific
parameters are explained in the following chapters.

Fig. 4-1: Device View Home menu view

4.1.1.1 Forward Power

The "Forward Power" field indicates the forward power of the transmitter system in kW.
This field lights up green provided that the forward power is above the user‑selectable
warning threshold. If the forward power drops to the warning level, the field lights up
yellow. If the forward power drops below the user‑selectable fault threshold, the field lights
up red.
Pressing the green area opens the "Power and Limits" view. The following user‑select-
able values are displayed in the Forward Power field:
● Power (in percent)
Forward power: can be set between 0 % and 130 %. The nominal transmitter power
corresponds to 100 %.
● Warning Limit (in dB)

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Warning threshold: can be set between 0 dB and ‒20 dB.

● Fault Limit (in dB)
Fault threshold: can be set between 0 dB and ‒20 dB.
● RF Fail Timeout (in s).
Delay time: can be set between 0 s and 10 s. This is the time between undershooting
of the "Fail Limit" fault threshold and indication of the fault in the transmitter status
display.

4.1.1.2 Reflected Power

The "Reflected Power" field indicates the reflected power of the transmitter system in W.
This field lights up green provided that the reflected power is below the user‑selectable
warning threshold. If the reflected power exceeds this threshold, the field lights up yellow.
If the reflected power exceeds the user‑selectable fault threshold, the field lights up red.
Pressing the green area opens the "Power and Limits" view. The following user‑select-
able values are displayed in the Forward Power field:
● Warning Limit (in dB)
Warning threshold: can be set between ‒28 dB and ‒17 dB.
● Fault Limit (in dB)
Fault threshold: can be set between ‒17 dB and ‒14 dB.

4.1.1.3 Transmitter

The function of the Transmitter button is explained in the next chapter; see ​chapter 4.2,
"Transmitter", on page 37.

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Program On Switch used to switch the components in the program path of Off; On Operation
the transmitter on and off.

Reserve On Switch used to switch all components in the standby path of Off; On Operation
the transmitter on and off (standby exciter with "dual drive"
redundancy concept and standby output stage with "active PA
Reserve" redundancy concept).

Reset Faults Switch used to reset all faults stored in the transmitter. Stored Operation
faults are: Reflection Fail.
Resetting stored faults can cause automatic redundancy
functions, which are currently in the switched-over state, to
switch back to their original preselected state.

Program
The currently active program 1 can be switched off using the "Program 1 – ON/OFF"
button.

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4.1.1.4 N+1 Redundancy

The task of the N+1 automatic function is to provide a B standby transmitter for up to eight
A transmitters. This B transmitter takes over the program of an A transmitter if an A trans-
mitter signals a fault. The output of the B transmitter is normally connected to a dummy
antenna. The B transmitter is connected to an antenna by the N+1 automatic function as
soon as the B transmitter takes over the program of the A transmitter.

Manual Switchover
Manual switchover of a program from an A transmitter to the B transmitter is performed
by connecting the A transmitter concerned to the dummy antenna (button: To Load on
the corresponding A transmitter). As a result of this switchover, a) the A transmitter
becomes the standby transmitter for the B transmitter and b) the B transmitter is now no
longer available as the standby transmitter for other A transmitters (exception: priority
control).

Automatic Switchover
If the N+1 automatic function is active and ready for operation and the A transmitter is
available for the N+1 automatic function, a fault in the A transmitter causes the program
to switch over to the B transmitter. The N+1 automatic function signals the switchover by
changing its status to "changed". The user can now either acknowledge the switchover
by pressing the "Accept changeover" key and adopt it as the new operating state, or
attempt by pressing the "Reset Faults" key to reset the N+1 automatic function to the
original state and to delete the fault which caused the switchover.

Configuring N+1 Automatic Function

The switching behavior of the N+1 automatic function with regard to checkout times and
automatic switchback can be configured according to individual requirements. Further-
more, for the B transmitter it is possible to define the A transmitter from which the program
settings are to be adopted when the B transmitter operates as a standby transmitter.

Configuring Program‑Specific Settings

The B transmitter must store all program‑specific settings of all A transmitters internally
so that they can be activated immediately in the event of a fault. Program‑specific settings
are all settings which directly affect the signal path through the transmitter, i.e. settings
for the coder, the exciter inputs and outputs, the transmit frequency and the output power.
The program‑specific settings are made at the A transmitters and stored using the menu
item "Save Preset" in the Task View of the A transmitter. The settings stored for the
A transmitters are synchronized with the B transmitter automatically even if the B trans-
mitter was switched off when the settings were stored. If the program‑specific settings
are changed at A transmitters without these settings being stored as presets, the changes
will not be available on the B transmitter in the event of a switchover. Presets can only
be stored on the A transmitters.

Configuring Power‑Specific Settings

All settings which have been stored on an A transmitter as presets and synchronized with
the B transmitter can be overwritten individually in the B transmitter. This can be used to

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calibrate the power test points of the B transmitter to the frequency and output power of
the respective A transmitter. To do so, the "Program Settings" of the A transmitter con-
cerned must be activated in the B transmitter ("Load Program Settings") and then the
corresponding settings must be made in the menus of the B transmitter. Finally, the
changed settings must be stored in the B transmitter ("Save Tx B Settings"). This must
be repeated for all programs that the B transmitter can take over.

Settings that have been changed directly at the B transmitter are no longer synchronized
with the B transmitter using the "Save Preset" function on the A transmitters. It is therefore
recommended to overwrite the preset settings of the A transmitters at the B transmitter
only for purposes of calibrating the power test points, and never to make program‑specific
settings directly at the B transmitter.

If a setting has been inadvertently changed on the B transmitter and stored for an A trans-
mitter, automatic synchronization can be reactivated for this setting value in the following
way:
● On the B transmitter, set the setting value to the same value as on the A transmitter.
● Press "Save Tx B Settings" in the menu of the N+1 automatic function
This setting value is now synchronized again together with all program‑specific setting
values of the A transmitter

"N+1 Automatic" parameters

● Path: "Device View (Home)" > "Automatic" > "n+1 Automatic"

GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Automatic (Auto Used to activate the n+1 automatic function. If the n+1 automatic function On, Off Read / Write
Switch) is active, a fault within an A transmitter causes a switchover and the pro- (Operation)
gram of the A transmitter is taken over by the standby B transmitter.

Guard Time (Auto Checkout time which must pass before an A transmitter is replaced by 0 s to 60 s Read / write
Switch) the standby B transmitter. A long Guard Time suppresses switchover (maintenance)
operations caused by brief faults, but also reduces the availability of the
program.

Switch Mode Used to define the switching behavior of the N+1 automatic function. Single, Multiple Read / write
(Auto Switch) Single switch: Switchover of an A transmitter to the B transmitter can (maintenance)
occur once only. Multiple switch: Following a switchover operation, the
system can switch back to the A transmitter automatically when the
A transmitter no longer signals a fault but the B transmitter indicates a
fault. If priority control is active, this switch should be set to Multiple
Switch.

Load Program Used to load the program‑specific settings of an A transmitter to the Tx A1, Tx A2, Tx Read / write
Settings (Auto B transmitter. A3, Tx A4, Tx A5,
Switch) Tx A6, Tx A7, Tx
A8

Save Tx B Set- Used to save settings, which have been changed relative to the loaded
tings (Auto A transmitter, in the B transmitter.
Switch)

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GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Automatic (Sta- Indicates the status of the N+1 automatic function by means of three On, Off, Ready, Read only
tus) elements. If the N+1 automatic function is on, it can be "ready"/"not Not Ready,
ready" and at the same time "changed"/"not changed". Changed

Tx B is Reserve If a switchover operation has taken place, this indicates which program Tx A1, Tx A2, Tx Read only
for (Status) of an A transmitter the B transmitter has taken over. A3, Tx A4, Tx A5,
Tx A6, Tx A7, Tx
A8

RF Switch (Sta- Indicates a fault if in the event of a switchover one of the RF switches Ready / Not Read only
tus) could not be turned correctly or if one of the jumpers has not been posi- Ready
tioned correctly on the patch panel (if used).

4.2 Transmitter
The screenshot below shows the Transmitter menu view. It represents the single trans-
mitter level. The function of the individual buttons and the meaning of specific parameters
are explained in the following chapters.

4.2.1 Automatic Switchover Functions

4.2.1.1 Automatic Input Signal Switchover

The R&S®TCE900 in the R&S®TCE900 exciter configuration has an automatic switch-

over function which, in the event of a signal failure at one logical input, switches over to
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input). Before a failure occurs, the preselected input is active. The way in which this
automatic switchover function operates is determined by the following factors:

Automatic input switchover ON/OFF

If automatic switchover is OFF, the preselected input remains active even if the input
signal fails. If automatic switchover is ON and there is a failure at the (preselected) input,
switchover to the standby input takes place.

Input priority (Preferred Input = Logical Input 1/2)

Following a switchover of the priority logical input to the standby input, the automatic
system switches back to this priority input as soon as a signal reappears. All switchover
operations are delayed for the set delay times. If the signal fails at both the main input
and the standby input, the priority input remains active.

Inputs with equal priority (Preferred Input = none)

Following a switchover of the active logical input, the second input with the same priority
remains active until the input signal also fails on this input. The automatic system switches
back to the preselected input, but only if a signal is present on it once again (and if "Switch
to" is set to "reserve & back"). All switchover operations are delayed for the set delay
times.

Selecting this operating mode minimizes the number of switchover operations and, in
certain cases, the number of breaks in transmission.

Direction of switchover (Switch to)

The "reserve & back" switch position enables switchover in both directions, i.e. to and
from the standby input, depending on which of the two logical inputs is currently faulty.
The "reserve" switch position ensures that switchover takes place once only. Following
switchover, the automatic system switches to "switched" and the "Active" indicator dis-
appears.
Switchback to the preselected input takes place when the active input is switched over
by pressing the input selector switch (Selector) and then selecting the preselected input.

If the switch is set to "reserve", the switchback to the preselected input is suppressed.

Manual switchover between inputs

The input can be switched over in the "Home" > "Transmitter" > "Exciter" menu by press-
ing the input selector switch ("Selector") and then selecting the desired input.
Depending on the configuration and switching state (ON/OFF) of the automatic input
signal switchover function, this menu contains either the switch used to change the pre-
ferred input or the switch used to switch over the active input.
The automatic input signal switchover function is configured in the following way:

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1. Using the menu bar, navigate to the following:

"Devices" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A|B" > "Input Auto"

2. The following parameters must be defined in the Automatic tab:

a) for Configuration:
● Automatic:
● Preferred Input:
● Guard Time to Reserve:
● Guard Time Back:
● Switch to:
b) for Reserve Control:
● If Reserve Input Fails.
c) for Seamless Switching:
● Seamless Switching:
● Delay between Inputs
● Pre-Delay:
d) for Input Control:
● Force Exciter Changeover:
● Mute on Input Fail
● If Reserve Input fails

Parameters for automatic input signal switchover

GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Automatic (State) Indicates the state of the automatic input signal switchover function. undefined, Not Read only
● Not Ready: Ready, Ready,
The automatic switchover function is not ready. An input signal is Changed+Ready,
not present at the standby input or a switchover has already taken Changed+Not
place and the automatic switchover function is configured such that Ready
automatic switchback is not permitted.
● Ready:
The automatic switchover function is ready to switch the currently
active input over to the input currently not in use as soon as the input
signal of the currently active input fails.
● Changed:
The automatic switchover function has switched over from the pre-
ferred input to the standby input.

Seamless Switch- Indicates whether seamless switching of the input signal is possible. undefined, not Read only
ing Possible, Possi-
"Not Possible" always appears if only one input signal is supplied or in
ble
cases where two different data streams are present at the two inputs. If
seamless switching is possible, it always takes place immediately when
required, regardless of whether a "Guard Time to Reserve" or "Guard
Time Back" has been set.

Automatic Activates automatic switchover of the input signal to the standby input if Off, On Operation
the preferred input fails.

Preferred Input Used to select the preferred input which the automatic input signal Input 1, Input 2, Operation
switchover function should use whenever possible. No Preference

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GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Active Input Used to select the active input to be used when the automatic input signal Input 1, Input 2 Operation
switchover function is off. If the automatic switchover function is on, the
input can only be switched over using this switch if Preferred Input is set
to "No Preference" or a switchover to the standby input has taken place.

Switch to Used to set the operational response of the automatic switchover func- Reserve Only, Maintenance
tion. Reserve & Back
● "To Reserve Only":
The automatic switchover function switches over once from the pre-
ferred input to the standby input and then assumes the "not ready"
state". Switching the active input over manually to the preferred
input reactivates the automatic switchover function.
● "To Reserve and Back":
Following successful switchover to the standby input, the automatic
switchover function can also switch back automatically if the signal
at the standby input fails.

Guard Time to Used to set a guard time which must elapse before the automatic switch- Maintenance
Reserve over function switches over to the standby input if the input signal at the
preferred input fails. The set guard time has no effect if seamless switch-
ing is possible. In this case, the switchover always takes place immedi-
ately without interruption (i.e. seamlessly).

Guard Time Back Used to set a guard time which must elapse before the automatic switch- Maintenance
over function switches back to the preferred input if the input signal at
the standby input fails. If seamless switching is possible, switchover
always takes place immediately without interruption regardless of the set
guard time. If "to Reserve Only" was selected as the "Direction", the set
guard time has no effect.

If Reserve Fails Used to determine whether the signal at the standby input is to be moni- Do Not Show Maintenance
tored. Warning, Show
● If the transmitter is operated with only one input signal or the standby Warning
input is connected only temporarily, "Do Not Show Warning" must
be selected.
● If two redundant input signals are normally supplied to the transmit-
ter, "Show Warning" must be selected.

4.2.1.2 Automatic Exciter Switchover

The automatic exciter switchover function enables a faulty exciter to be automatically

switched over to a functional standby exciter.
In the "Exciter Automatic" menu it is possible to switch automatic switchover between two
exciters on and off and to select the basic operating behavior of the function. The "Switch
Mode" switch is used to select whether automatic switchover to a standby exciter is to
take place once only (Single Switch) or whether a switchback is also to be performed if
the standby exciter signals a fault, but the preselected exciter is no longer faulty (Multiple
Switch).
It is also possible to set a guard time which must always expire before a switchover can
take place. This prevents unwanted switchover operations resulting from brief fault
events.

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Operation
One of the two exciters can be preselected for operation by pressing the exciter selector
switch (or via the ExciterAuto -> Exciter Switch tab). This exciter is switched on together
with the output stage by pressing the "Program Path On" switch (in the "Transmitter"
menu). If necessary, the RF of the standby exciter can be switched on for measuring and
monitoring purposes by pressing the "Reserve Path (on)" switch (in the "Transmitter"
menu). A switchover operation causes the standby exciter to become the main exciter
and vice versa. The ON/OFF switches then act on the other exciter in each case.

"Single Switch" mode

If a fault occurs in the preselected exciter, the automatic switchover function will swap
the main and standby exciter and display an "Automatic changed" message.
Either the new state can now be accepted by changing the "preselected exciter" ("Auto-
matic changed" disappears) or the automatic switchover function can be reset to its orig-
inal state by pressing "Reset Faults" (in the "Transmitter" menu).

"Multiple Switch" mode

This mode is identical to "Single Switch", except that following a double switchover oper-
ation the "preselected" exciter becomes the active exciter again. The "Automatic
Changed" message is still displayed in this case. To delete this message, either the new
state of the automatic switchover can be adopted by pressing the "Recommand Selec-
tion" button (in the "Transmitter" > "Exciter Auto" menu, "Exciter Switch" tab) or the orig-
inal state can be assumed again by pressing "Reset Faults" (in the Transmitter menu).

4.2.2 Transmitter Status

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Program On Indicates whether all components in the program path of the Off; On Read only
transmitter have been switched on or off (standby exciter with
"Dual Drive" redundancy concept and standby output stage
with "active PA Reserve" redundancy concept).

Reserve On Indicates whether all components in the standby path of the Off; On Read only
transmitter have been switched on or off (standby exciter with
"Dual Drive" redundancy concept and standby output stage
with "active PA Reserve" redundancy concept).

Overall LED Gray: Off Read only

Green: OK
Yellow: Warning
Red: Fault

RF LED Gray: Off Read only

Green: OK
Yellow: Warning
Red: Fault

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Reflection LED Gray: Off Read only

Yellow: Warning
Red: Fault

Automatic (Backup Drive / Indicates whether the automatic exciter switchover function Off; On Read only
Dual Drive) has been activated. If the automatic switchover function is
active, the system will switch over to the standby exciter if the
active exciter fails.

Ready (Backup Drive / Dual Indicates whether the automatic exciter switchover function is Yes; No Read only
Drive) ready. If "not ready" is indicated, either the automatic exciter
switchover function has already switched over to the standby
exciter or a fault has occurred in the exciter switch.

changed Over (Backup Indicates whether the automatic exciter switchover function Read only
Drive / Dual Drive) has switched over to a standby exciter.

switch Failed (Backup Drive / Indicates that switchover to the standby exciter has failed. Read only
Dual Drive)

4.2.3 Amplifiers

Fig. 4-2: "Amplifiers" menu view (Multi‑Tx)

PHU901/902: "Status" parameters

● Path:"Device View (Home)" > "Tx <n>" > "Output Stage" > "Amplifiers" > "Amplifier
<n>" > "Status" tab

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Name Description Value range Access right

Amplifier Indicates whether the amplifier has been switched on or off by the Off, On Read only
TCE900 Tx control.

Link Indicates the status of the communication link between the amplifier and Ok, Warning Read only
the TCE900 Tx control.
The status is indicated as follows:
● Ok
A link exists between the amplifier and the TCE900 Tx control.
● Warning
No link exists between the amplifier and the TCE900 Tx control.
Check the power supply of the amplifier.

RF In Fail Indicates that the amplifier is receiving an input signal, the level of which No, Yes (warning) Read only
is too low.
● If this message occurs at all amplifiers at the same time, the fault is
located at the exciter switch, splitter or exciter.
● If this fault occurs at only some of the amplifiers, the output level of
the exciters and splitter must be checked.
● If the fault occurs at only one amplifier, the self‑engaging connector
of the RF signal on the rear panel of the amplifier must be checked
for mechanical damage.

Mute Indicates that the amplifier is suppressing its output signal. No, Yes (warning) Read only
This indicator appears in the following cases:
● No input signal is present
● During bias adjustment
● An external absorber signals via connector X11 that it is overheating.

Init Fail Indicates a fault if the amplifier detects an internal fault at power ON. If No, Yes (fault) Read only
other faults are indicated at the same time, the cause of these faults must
be rectified first. If the "Init Fail" fault still exists after other faults have been
rectified, the amplifier must be replaced.

Reflection Indicates whether the reflection at the RF output is becoming too great. No, Yes (warning) Read only
In this case, the antenna as well as the link between the amplifiers and
the antenna via the coupling switches and output stage switches (if pres-
ent) must be checked.
The occurrence of reflection is stored in a nonvolatile memory. After the
reason for the reflection has been rectified, this message must be reset
manually by pressing the "Reset Faults Transmitter" button or "Reset
Faults System" button.

RF Power Fail Indicates that the output power of the amplifier is more than 3 dB below No, Yes (fault) Read only
the nominal value.

Temp. Fail Indicates that the amplifier has overheated internally. No, Yes (fault) Read only
The shut‑off taps for the coolant must be checked. They must be open.
The occurrence of this message is stored in a nonvolatile memory. After
the reason for the overheating has been rectified, this message must be
reset manually by pressing the "Reset Faults Transmitter" button or
"Reset Faults System" button.

Transistor Fail Indicates that one or more driver or power transistors are defective. No, Yes (fault) Read only
NOTE: Only personnel with the relevant special service training are per-
mitted to change the transistors.

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Name Description Value range Access right

BIAS Fail Indicates a fault if the quiescent current of one or more transistors cannot No Error, Abort Read only
be adjusted. Adjust, Error on
● "No Error": Automatic quiescent current adjustment has been per- PA On, Adjust
formed properly. Error
● Abort Adjust: Adjustment has been aborted because a constant tem-
perature has not settled in the amplifier. In this case, adjustment
should be started again immediately after the fault has occurred.
● "Error on PA On" or "Adjust Error": There is a technical fault in the
amplifier; the amplifier should be replaced.

Doherty Active Indicates whether the Doherty mode of the amplifier is active or not. Off, On Read only

Freq. ID With PHU902 only: 2, 4, 5, 6 Read only

Indicates the frequency ranges in which the amplifier can be operated in
Doherty mode.
2: 575 MHz to 660 MHz
4: 470 MHz to 500 MHz; 660 MHz to 715 MHz
5: 500 MHz to 530 MHz; 715 MHz to 750 MHz
6: 530 MHz to 575 MHz; 750 MHz to 790 MHz
If the option is not suitable for the transmit frequency, the amplifier auto-
matically switches to broadband mode.

Regulation Fail Indicates that the internal power regulation of the amplifier has reached No, Yes (fault) Read only
the limit of its control range.
This is an indication that one or more power transistors are defective.

Amplifier Temp. Indicates the temperature of the amplifier. 0 °C to 150 °C Read only
The amplifier temperature is usually a few degrees higher than the coolant
temperature. If it is more than 15 °C higher, either the shut‑off taps for the
coolant are closed or the flow rate of the coolant is too low (​chapter 4.4,
"Cooling", on page 101).

Absorber Fail Indicates that overheating of the rack absorber has been detected. No, Yes (warning) Read only
Normally, this warning is signaled by all amplifiers of a transmitter simul-
taneously. If the warning is signaled by only one amplifier, check the rack
cabling.

Coolant Temp. Indicates the temperature of the coolant flowing out of the transmitter rack Read only
toward the heat exchanger. The temperature must not exceed a maxi-
mum value of 65 °C.

RF Monitor Indicates the coupling attenuation of the "RF Monitor" test point on the 0.00 dB to Read only
amplifier at 650 MHz. +99.99 dB

AC Fail Indicates a fault if the mains voltage has been interrupted. No; Yes (warning) Read only
The circuit breakers must be checked in this case.

DC Fail Indicates whether one of the internal power supply units of the amplifier No; Yes (fault) Read only
is not delivering DC voltage.
Detection of a fault is only possible if the RF of the transmitter has been
switched on (Program on).

Supply Fail Indicates that one of the internal power supply units is probably not work- No, Yes (fault) Read only
ing.

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PMU901: "Status" parameters

● Path:"Device View (Home)" > "Tx <n>" > "Output Stage" > "Amplifiers" > "Amplifier
<n>" > "Status" tab

Name Description Value range Access right

Amplifier Indicates whether the amplifier has been switched on or off by the CCU Off, On Read only
(central control unit).

Link Indicates the status of the communication link between the amplifier and Ok, Warning Read only
the TCE900 Tx control.
The status is indicated as follows:
● Ok
A link exists between the amplifier and the TCE900 Tx control.
● Warning
No link exists between the amplifier and the TCE900 Tx control.
Check the power supply of the amplifier.

RF In Fail Indicates that the amplifier is receiving an input signal, the level of which No, Yes (warn- Read only
is too low. ing)
● If this message occurs at all amplifiers at the same time, the fault is
located at the exciter switch, splitter or exciter.
● If this fault occurs at only some of the amplifiers, the output level of
the exciters and splitter must be checked.
● If the fault occurs at only one amplifier, the self‑engaging connector
of the RF signal on the rear panel of the amplifier must be checked
for mechanical damage.

Mute Indicates that the amplifier is suppressing its output signal. No, Yes (warn- Read only
ing)
This indicator appears in the following cases:
● No input signal
● During bias adjustment
● An external absorber signals via connector X11 that it is overheating.

Init Fail Indicates a fault if the amplifier detects an internal fault at power ON. If No, Yes (fault) Read only
other faults are indicated at the same time, the cause of these faults must
be rectified first. If the "Init Fail" fault still exists after other faults have
been rectified, the amplifier must be replaced.

RF Monitor Indicates the coupling attenuation of the "RF Monitor" test point on the 0.00 dB to Read only
amplifier at 650 MHz. +99.99 dB

Reflection Indicates whether the reflection at the RF output is becoming too great. No, Yes (warn- Read only
ing)
In this case, the antenna as well as the link between the amplifiers and
the antenna via the combiners and output stage switches (if present)
must be checked.
The occurrence of reflection is stored in a nonvolatile memory. After the
reason for the reflection has been rectified, this message must be reset
manually by pressing the "Reset Faults Transmitter" button or "Reset
Faults System" button.

RF Power Fail Indicates that the output power of the amplifier is more than 3 dB below No, Yes (fault) Read only
the nominal value.

Temp. Fail Indicates that the amplifier has overheated internally. No, Yes (fault) Read only
The shut‑off taps for the coolant must be checked. They must be open.
The occurrence of this message is stored in a nonvolatile memory. After
the reason for the overheating has been rectified, this message must be
reset manually by pressing the "Reset Faults Transmitter" button or
"Reset Faults System" button.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Transistor Fail Indicates that one or more driver or power transistors are defective. No, Yes Read only
NOTE: Only personnel with the relevant special service training are per-
mitted to change the transistors.

BIAS Fail Indicates a fault if the quiescent current of one or more transistors cannot No Error, Abort Read only
be adjusted. Adjust, Error on
● "No Error": Automatic quiescent current adjustment has been per- PA On, Adjust
formed properly. Error
● Abort Adjust: Adjustment has been aborted because a constant
temperature has not settled in the amplifier. In this case, adjustment
should be started again immediately after the fault has occurred.
● "Error on PA On" or "Adjust Error": There is a technical fault in the
amplifier; the amplifier should be replaced.

Amplifier Temp. Indicates the temperature of the amplifier. The amplifier should only be ‒30 °C to 120 °C Read only
switched on at temperatures above 0 °C.

Frequency Fail This fault occurs if the tunit (tuning unit) used in the amplifier is not suit- No, Yes (fault) Read only
able for the RF of the exciter. The tunit is a plug-in module and is on the
top side of the amplifier. Please check that the used tunit is suitable for
the frequency which is set in the Output menu of the exciter, and whether
it has been installed in the amplifier in the "Doherty" or "Broadband" posi-
tion corresponding to the setting in the "Basic Config" menu.

Freq. ID Shows the ID of the tunit (tuning unit) which is installed in the amplifier. 0 to 7 and ‒31 Read only
The operating frequency which is set for the transmitter, and the resulting
center frequency of the operating channel must be suitable for the oper-
ating frequency range of the tunit.
The ID 0 is shown if the amplifier is operated in broadband mode. The ID
‒31 is shown if no tunit is connected.
1: 502 MHz to 518 MHz; 614 MHz to 630 MHz; 750 MHz to 758 MHz
2: 470 MHz to 486 MHz; 574 MHz to 598 MHz; 710 MHz to 726 MHz;
830 MHz to 854 MHz
3: 558 MHz to 574 MHz; 686 MHz to 710 MHz; 814 MHz to 830 MHz
4: 550 MHz to 558 MHz; 670 MHz to 686 MHz; 790 MHz to 814 MHz
5: 534 MHz to 550 MHz; 646 MHz to 670 MHz; 774 MHz to 790 MHz
6: 518 MHz to 534 MHz; 630 MHz to 646 MHz; 758 MHz to 774 MHz
7: 486 MHz to 502 MHz; 598 MHz to 614 MHz; 726 MHz to 750 MHz;
854 MHz to 862 MHz

Regulation Fail Indicates that the internal power regulation of the amplifier has reached No, Yes (fault) Read only
the limit of its control range.
This is an indication that one or more power transistors are defective.
This fault can also occur if the amplifier performs a system check follow-
ing a TRANSISTOR_FAIL and then continues to run at reduced power.

Blower Fail Indicates a fault if one of the fans of the amplifier module has failed. No, Yes (fault) Read only

Absorber Fail Indicates that overheating of the rack absorber has been detected. No, Yes (fault) Read only
Normally, this warning is signaled by all amplifiers of a transmitter simul-
taneously. If the warning is signaled by only one amplifier, check the rack
cabling.

Air Inlet Indicates the inlet air temperature of the amplifier module. ‒30 °C to Read only
It should always be in the range +1 °C to +45 °C. +120 °C

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Name Description Value range Access right

AC Fail Indicates a fault if the mains voltage has been interrupted. The circuit No, Yes (warn- Read only
breakers must be checked in this case. ing)

AC 1 Ok Indicates that the mains AC voltage at power supply unit 1 is in the per- No, Yes
missible range (only applies to PMU901 with power supply standby).

AC 2 Ok Indicates that the mains AC voltage at power supply unit 2 is in the per- No, Yes
missible range (only applies to PMU901 with power supply standby).

DC Fail Indicates whether one of the internal power supply units of the amplifier No, Yes (fault) Read only
is faulty (e.g. no DC voltage is being delivered).
Detection of a fault is only possible if the RF of the transmitter has been
switched on (Program on).

DC 1 Ok Indicates whether the DC voltage of power supply unit 1 is in the per- No, Yes (fault) Read only
missible range.
This message is only output if an ON command has been issued and the
AC voltage is present at power supply unit 1 (only applies to PMU901
with power supply standby).

DC 2 Ok Indicates whether the DC voltage of power supply unit 2 is in the per- No, Yes (fault) Read only
missible range.
This message is only output if an ON command has been issued and the
AC voltage is present at power supply unit 2 (only applies to PMU901
with power supply standby).

Supply Fail Indicates that one of the internal power supply units is probably not work- No, Yes (fault) Read only
ing.

Supply 1 Fail Indicates that power supply unit 1 (right) is probably faulty (only applies No, Yes (fault) Read only
to PMU901 with power supply standby).

Supply 2 Fail Indicates that power supply unit 2 (left) is probably faulty (only applies No, Yes (fault) Read only
to PMU901 with power supply standby).

Air Outlet Indicates the outlet air temperature of the amplifier module. ‒30 °C to Read only
+120 °C

"Supply" parameters

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<n>" > "Supply" tab

Name Description Value range Access right

V Aux In (Supply) Indicates the supply voltage of the amplifier control board. Read only
This auxiliary voltage is generated directly by the power supply unit. This
voltage should be present at the amplifier control board even if the ampli-
fier has been switched off by the CCU (central control unit). If no voltage
is indicated, the miniature circuit breakers of the power distribution unit
as well as the self‑engaging contacts on the rear panel of the amplifier
must be checked first of all. If no fault can be found in the energy feed,
the amplifier must be replaced.

V+ Mon (Supply) Indicates the voltage supplied to the transistor blocks by the power supply Read only
unit.
If the displayed voltage is 0 V, either the power supply unit is faulty or the
amplifier has not been switched on by the CCU (central control unit).

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I DC (Amplifier) Indicates the total current flowing through the internal power supply units. Read only
If the display shows 0 A, the amplifier may not have been switched on by
the CCU (central control unit).
Other possible faults are:
● RF In Fail
● Temperature Fail
● DC Fail.

I Pre (Amplifier) Indicates the current flowing through the transistors of the preamplifier Read only
module.

V5V ACB (Ampli- Indicates the 5 V auxiliary voltage which is generated on the amplifier Read only
fier Control control board from the auxiliary voltage (V_AUX_IN) of the power supply
Board) unit.
If no voltage is indicated, the miniature circuit breakers of the energy dis-
tribution unit and also the self‑engaging contacts on the rear panel of the
amplifier should be checked first of all.
If no fault can be found in the energy feed, the amplifier must be replaced.

V 3V5 (Amplifier Indicates the 3.5 V auxiliary voltage which is generated on the amplifier Read only
Control Board) control board from the auxiliary voltage (V_AUX_IN) of the power supply
unit.
If no voltage is indicated, the miniature circuit breakers of the energy dis-
tribution unit and also the self‑engaging contacts on the rear panel of the
amplifier should be checked first of all.
If no fault can be found in the energy feed, the amplifier must be replaced.

V 12 Mon (Pre Indicates the 12 V auxiliary voltage. Read only

Amplifier) ● PHU901: The auxiliary voltage is generated on the preamplifier
board from the 20 V supply voltage (V PRE MON). If the amplifier
has not been switched on by the CCU (central control unit), the volt-
age is approx. 8 V.
● PMU901: The auxiliary voltage is generated on the amplifier board
from the 20 V supply voltage (V_PRE_MON). If the amplifier has not
been switched on by the CCU, the voltage is 0 V.

V Pre Mon (Pre Indicates the 20 V supply voltage of the preamplifier. Read only
Amplifier) ● PHU901: In the ON state, the voltage is approx. 20 V and is gener-
ated on the preamplifier board. The displayed voltage is 0 V if the
amplifier has been switched off by the CCU (central control unit). If
no voltage is indicated in the ON state, the miniature circuit breakers
of the energy distribution unit and also the self‑engaging contacts
on the rear panel of the amplifier should be checked first of all. If no
fault can be found in the energy feed, the amplifier must be replaced.
● PMU901: As for PHU901, except that here the 20 V voltage is gen-
erated on the amplifier board.

PHU901/PHU902: "Transistors" parameters

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<n>" > "Transistors" tab

Name Description Value range Access right

I PRE Indicates the current flowing through the transistors of the preamplifier 0 A to 5 A Read only
module.

I DRV Indicates the current flowing through transistors V12A and V12B of the 0 A to 40 A Read only
driver module.

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I 1A Indicates the current flowing through transistors V14 and V15 of output 0 A to 40 A Read only
stage module 1 in transistor block A.

I 2A Indicates the current flowing through transistors V16 and V17 of output 0 A to 40 A Read only
stage module 2 in transistor block A.

I 3A Indicates the current flowing through transistors V18 and V19 of output 0 A to 40 A Read only
stage module 3 in transistor block A.

I 1B Indicates the current flowing through transistors V24 and V25 of output 0 A to 40 A Read only
stage module 1 in transistor block B.

I 2B Indicates the current flowing through transistors V26 and V27 of output 0 A to 40 A Read only
stage module 2 in transistor block B.

I 3B Indicates the current flowing through transistors V28 and V29 of output 0 A to 40 A Read only
stage module 3 in transistor block B.

PMU901: "Transistors" parameters

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<n>" > "Transistors" tab

Name Description Value range Access right

I PRE Indicates the current flowing through the transistors of the preamplifier 0 A to 5 A Read only
module.

I DRV Indicates the current flowing through transistor V401. 0 A to 40 A Read only

I 1A Indicates the current flowing through transistor V500 in transistor block 0 A to 40 A Read only
A.

I 2A Indicates the current flowing through transistor V1500 in transistor block 0 A to 40 A Read only
A.

I 3A Indicates the current flowing through transistor V2500 in transistor block 0 A to 40 A Read only
A.

I 1B Indicates the current flowing through transistor V600 in transistor block 0 A to 40 A Read only
B.

I 2B Indicates the current flowing through transistor V1600 in transistor block 0 A to 40 A Read only
B.

I 3B Indicates the current flowing through transistor V2600 in transistor block 0 A to 40 A Read only
B.

"RF Levels" parameters

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<n>" > "RF Levels" tab

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Power A Indicates the measured voltage of the RF detector in transistor block A 0 V to 8 V Read only
(does not apply to PMU901).

Power B Indicates the measured voltage of the RF detector in transistor block B 0 V to 8 V Read only
(does not apply to PMU901).

Power V Ref Indicates the nominal value which is predefined by the central control unit 0 V to 6 V Read only
(CCU) for internal regulation of the output power.

Power Out Indicates the measured voltage of the RF detector at the output of the 0 V to 8 V Read only
amplifier.

Reflected Out Indicates the measured voltage of the RF detector for reflected power at 0 V to 8 V Read only
the output of the amplifier.

"Type Plate" parameters

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<n>" > "Type Plate" tab

Information about the amplifier is set at the factory.

Name Description Value range Access right

Name Instrument designation Read only

Part Number R&S material number and order number of the instrument. Specify this Read only
number when reporting faults.

Variant Instrument variant Read only

Product Index Production index (parts change index) Read only

Serial Number Serial number Read only

Production Date Production date Read only

SW / FW / Bios Software, firmware or BIOS number Read only

Number

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4.2.4 Rack

4.2.4.1 Status Parameters – Rack

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Absorber With multi‑rack transmitters, this indicates whether one Green: OK Read only
of the rack absorbers is overheating. This fault can occur Red: too hot
if several amplifiers of a rack fail and additionally there is
a fault in the cooling system.

Cabinet Door Indicates whether the rear rack door is open or closed Green: Read only
(does not aapply to TMU9). Closed
Yellow: Open

4.2.5 Output Stage

4.2.5.1 Startup Parameters – Output Stage

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Absorber With multi‑rack transmitters, this indicates whether one Green: OK Read only
of the rack absorbers is overheating. This fault can occur Red: too hot
if several amplifiers of a rack fail and additionally there is
a fault in the cooling system.

Cabinet Door Indicates whether the rear rack door is open or closed. Green: Read only
Closed
Yellow: Open

external Fault Indicates whether an external fault message exists at Green: no Read only
terminal X41 of the mains distribution board. This func- Fault
tion is only available if the "use external faults" check Red: Fault
mark has been set in the Commissioning dialog box for
this rack.

12V Control Indicates whether a backup power supply unit connected Green: OK Read only
to terminal X42 of the mains distribution board is still Red: Fault
working. This function is only available if the "control
external 12V supply" check mark has been set in the
Commissioning dialog box for this rack.

Overvoltage Protectors Indicates whether the overvoltage protection for the Green: OK Read only
respective component is still functioning. Red: Fault

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4.3 Exciter

4.3.1 Coders (Standards)

4.3.1.1 DVB‑T2

To operate the transmitter in DVB‑T2 mode, an appropriate software option must be

activated using an option code.

This function is used to set the DVB transmission parameters required for coding and
modulation and to check the used (TPS) settings (TPS = transmission parameter sig-
naling) that are signaled during transmission.
The network configuration parameters are used to set the higher‑level parameters for
DVB‑T2 that comply with the standard and are valid for all physical layer pipes (PLP).
The L1 frame information parameters are used to configure the "L1 post signaling".
The PLP parameters are used to make various settings for the possible PLPs. When
streaming via TS (TS Stream setting), the PLP parameters can be configured for exactly
one PLP. If, however, T2MI is active (T2MI = On), several PLPs from the T2MI information
can be configured automatically. To display the settings of a certain PLP, the corre-
sponding ID must be entered in the "Viewed PLP" column.
Some of the parameters can only be changed if "Network Interface" is set to "TS Stream"
in the transmitter. If "Network Interface" is set to "T2 MI Stream", the parameters are set
via the DVB‑T2 gateway.

DVB‑T2 Lite

To operate the transmitter in DVB‑T2 Lite mode, an appropriate software option must be
activated using an option code.

The DVB‑T2 Lite profile is based on the DVB‑T2 standard with certain parameters
removed and a number of specific additions made that are specifically relevant to mobile
reception. The Lite profile has been optimized for the use of inexpensive mobile receivers
with low energy consumption, but can also be received using conventional DVB‑T2
receivers. This is achieved by reducing the range of functions of DVB‑T2, thereby sig-
nificantly reducing the complexity of the respective receiver modules.
The DVB‑T2 profile is configured via the DVB‑T2 gateway and activated automatically in
the R&S®TCE900 exciter.

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"Network Configuration" parameters

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> Network Configuration

Name Description Value range Access right

Network Interface Indicates the set transport stream (input data stream). TS Stream, T2 MI Maintenance
(Base Settings) ● TS Stream: Uses the incoming MPEG transport stream directly as Stream
the payload for an individual PLP transmission.
● T2 MI Stream: Uses the incoming T2‑MI stream of a DVB‑T2 gate-
way to configure the modulator.
The setting can be changed here.

T2 MI Packet ID Indicates the packet ID of the selected T2‑MI elementary stream. 0 to 8191 Maintenance
(Base Settings)
The setting can be changed here if Network Interface has been set to T2
MI Stream.

T2 MI Stream ID Indicates the stream ID of the selected T2‑MI elementary stream. 0 to 7 Maintenance
The setting can be changed here if Network Interface has been set to T2
MI Stream.

Profile Indicates whether the exciter generates a DVB‑T2 or DVB‑T2 Lite signal. T2 Base, T2 Base Read only
The profile is selected via an external gateway. Lite

Mode (Transmis- Indicates the set transmission system. SISO, MISO, Maintenance
sion System) ● SISO: (single input, single output) SISO LITE, MISO
The signal is broadcast by one transmitter only. LITE
● MISO: (multiple input, single output)
The signal is broadcast by multiple transmitters that are allocated to
different MISO groups (SISO LITE or MISO LITE).
The settings can be changed here if Network Interface has been set to
TS Stream.

MISO Source Indicates whether the MISO group is to be selected manually or auto- Off, Manual, IA Maintenance
(Transmission matically.
System) The MISO group can be set either manually directly at the transmitter or
automatically using the "Individual Addressing (IA)" data via the DVB‑T2
gateway.
The setting can be changed here at any time without the signal being
interrupted.

MISO Group Indicates the set MISO group. Unused, Group 1, Maintenance
(Transmission Group2
The setting can be changed here, provided that Network Interface has
System) been set to TS Stream and MISO mode has been activated.

Used Source Indicates the option selected for the MISO group. Off, Manual, IA Read only
(Transmission
System)

Used Group Indicates the set MISO group. Group1, Group2, Read only
(Transmission Unused
System)

"L1 Frame Information" parameters

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> L1 Frame Information

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Name Description Value range Access right

No of PLPs Indicates the number of physical layer pipes (PLP) present in the data 1 to 16 Read only
(Frame Structure) stream.

Coderate (Frame Indicates the set code rate. 1/2 (3/5, 2/3, 3/4, Maintenance
Structure) 5/6)
The setting can be changed here.Currently, only the setting "1/2" is
permitted. 2/5, 1/3 (only with
DVB‑T2 Lite)
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.
If the software option for the "DVB‑T2 Lite" mode is used, the code rates
2/5 and 1/3 can also be selected.

AUX Streams Indicates the number of auxiliary streams present in the data stream. 0 to 15 Read only
(Frame Structure)

T2 Frames/ Indicates how many T2 frames make up one superframe. 0 to 255 Maintenance
Superframe If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.
(Frame Structure)

Repetition (Frame Indicates whether repetition of the "preamble information" is switched on No, Yes Maintenance
Structure) or off.
The information in the "preambles" of two successive T2 frames can be
repeated in order to attain greater stability for the dynamic portion of the
L1 post‑signaling. The use of this function is defined by this parameter.
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

Data Symbols / Indicates how many data symbols make up one T2 frame. 0 to 4095 Maintenance
Frame (Frame The setting can be changed here.
Structure)
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

L1 Post Scramble Indicates whether the L1 post extension is present in the data stream. Off, On Read only
(Frame Structure)

T2 Version Indicates the set T2 version. QPSK, 1.1.1, Maintenance

(Frame Structure) The setting can be changed here. 1.2.1, 1.3.1

If no T2‑MI interface is used, only Version 1.1.1 is supported. (Versions

1.2.1 and 1.3.1 are also supported via the T2‑MI interface.)

FFT Length Indicates the number of single carriers onto which the T2 signal is to be 1K, 2K, 4K, 8K, Maintenance
(Frame Modula- modulated. 16K, 32K
tion) The number can be set here.
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

Extended FFT Indicates whether additional carriers at the channel boundaries are also No, Yes Maintenance
(Frame Modula- to be used. If this function is enabled, the information data rate increases,
tion) but the spectrum becomes broader, increasing the risk of interference in
adjacent channels.
The function can be switched off here.
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

Modulation Indicates the set modulation mode. BPSK, QPSK, Maintenance

(Frame Modula- 16QAM, 64QAM
The setting can be changed here.
tion)
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

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Guard Interval Indicates the set guard interval between two T2 symbols. 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, Maintenance
(Frame Modula- 1/32, 1/64, 1/128,
The setting can be changed here.
tion) 19/128, 19/256
A long guard interval allows a long distance between the transmitters in
an SFN. At the same time, however, it decreases the information data
rate.
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

Bandwidth Indicates the defined channel bandwidth as it is reported via the L1 sig- 1.7 MHz, 5 MHz, Read only
(Frame Modula- naling by the DVB‑T2 gateway. 6 MHz, 7 MHz,
tion) 8 MHz (10 MHz
For security reasons, this value is not processed further automatically,
only on request)
but must be entered manually. A warning is given in case of an incon-
sistency.

Used Bandwidth Indicates the channel bandwidth occupied by the DVB‑T2 signal in the 1.7 MHz, 5 MHz, Maintenance
(Frame Modula- frequency spectrum. 6 MHz, 7 MHz,
tion) 8 MHz (10 MHz
The setting can be changed here. For security reasons, this setting is
only on request)
ALWAYS made manually for this transmitter.

Pilot Pattern Indicates the used pilot pattern. PP1, PP2, PP3, Maintenance
(Frame Modula- PP4, PP5, PP6,
The setting can be changed here.
tion) PP7, PP8
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

PAPR Reduction Indicates which peak‑to‑average power ratio (PAPR) is set. None, ACE, TR, Maintenance
(Frame Modula- ACE/TR
The setting can be changed here.
tion)
The efficiency of the transmitter can be increased by reducing power
peaks.
Active Constellation Extension (ACE) achieves this effect by shifting the
constellation points outward.
Tone Reservation (TR): Additional information that lowers the PAPR is
added to the signal via individual subcarriers. Both techniques can be
combined with each other. If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed
by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

"Localization" parameters

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> Localization

Name Description Value range Access right

Network ID (Iden- Indicates the currently used network ID that is defined as a unique ID for 0 to 65535 Read only
tification) the current DVB network.
If a DVB‑MI interface is used, this value is predefined by the DVB‑T2
gateway, otherwise this value can be set directly at the transmitter.

System ID (Identi- Indicates the currently used system ID that is defined as a unique ID for 0 to 65535 Read only
fication) the current T2 network within the DVB network (uniquely identifiable via
NETWORK_ID).

Tx ID (Identifica- Indicates the currently used Tx ID. 0 to 65535 Maintenance

tion) This Tx identifier is used to address TV transmitters within a DVB‑T2
network. If desired, certain settings (e.g. Cell ID and MISO Group (Mul-
tiple Input Single Output)) can be made individually for each transmitter
of a network via the DVB‑T2 gateway.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Tx/IA Status Indicates whether settings from the "Individual Addressing" parameters Not Used, Not Read only
(Identification) of the data stream are used and whether they are actually available in Available, OK
the data stream.

Source (Cell ID) Indicates the source from which the currently set cell ID originates. Manual, L1, IA Maintenance
The cell ID enables the receiver to identify a DVB‑T2 cell. The value can
be configured either directly at the transmitter (= manual) or via the data
stream of the T2 gateway. The cell ID can be taken either from the "L1
Frame Information" or the "Individual Addressing (IA)" data.

Manual (Cell ID) Indicates the cell ID that was manually set directly at the transmitter. 0 to 65535 Maintenance
The value can be changed here. For this setting to be effective, "Source"
must be set to "Manual". The cell ID can be changed at any time without
the signal being interrupted.

Used Source (Cell Indicates which data source is used for the cell ID. Manual, L1, IA Read only
ID) If a TS feed is used, the cell ID must always be set manually at the trans-
mitter. If a T2‑MI feed is used, the data source must be selected using
the "Source" parameter.

Used (Cell ID) Indicates the cell ID that identifies the transmitter to the receiver. 0 to 65535 Read only

Source (L1 Fre- Indicates which data source has been selected for the frequency offset Manual, L1 Maintenance
quency) signaled via the L1 layer.
In the case of a feed using the T2‑MI interface, "L1" must usually be
selected here. For test purposes, the frequency offset can also be set
manually. With TS feed, the frequency offset can only be set manually.

Manual (L1 Fre- Indicates the manually set L1 frequency offset. 0 to 2000000000 Maintenance
quency) This value can be changed here.

Used (L1 Fre- Indicates the used frequency offset. 0 to 2000000000 Read only
quency) This value is added to the set RF frequency in the "Output" menu of the
exciter.

Source (Tx Delay Indicates the selected data source for a transmitter‑specific offset of the IA, Off Read only
Offset) time of transmission.
If the T2‑MI interface is used, the value can be either taken from the IA
parameters or deactivated. This function is not available if a TS feed is
used.

Tx Delay Offset Indicates the transmitter‑specific transmission delay taken from IA ‒3276.8 µs to Read only
(Tx Delay Offset) parameters, provided that the "Tx Delay Offset" function is activated. 3276.8 µs

"PLP" parameters

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> PLP Parameters

Name Description Value range Access right

ID Indicates the ID of the displayed PLP. 0 to 255 Read only

FEC Indicates the set error correction algorithm (FEC). 16k LDPC, 64k Maintenance
LDPC
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

PLP Type Indicates the set PLP type. Common, Type 1, Maintenance
Type 2
The setting can be changed here.

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Name Description Value range Access right

No of PLPs Indicates the number of physical layer pipes (PLPs) present in the data 1 to 16 Read only
stream.

Group ID Indicates the PLP Group within the T2 system to which the displayed 0 to 255 Maintenance
physical layer pipe (PLP) is linked.
This value can be changed here. This enables a receiver to link the data
PLP to the corresponding Common PLP that has the same PLP Group
ID.

FEC Blocks Indicates the maximum number of FEC Blocks that can be received per 0 to 1023 Read only
interleaving frame.

Time Interleaver Indicates the selected time interleaver type. Single, Multi Maintenance
Type The following settings are possible here:
● Single:
One interleaving frame contains exactly one T2 frame (one or more
TI blocks in the interleaving frame).
● Multi:
One interleaving frame contains one or more T2 frames (one inter-
leaving frame contains just one TI block).

PLP Increment / Indicates the selected physical layer pipe (PLP). Read / write
Decrement The desired value can be selected from the PLP list using the increment
and decrement buttons.

Payload Type Indicates the format of the input PLP. Each input PLP can process the TS, GSE, GCS, Read only
following formats: GFPS
● TS (transport stream)
● GSE (generic encapsulated stream)
● GCS (generic continuous stream)
GCS is a data stream of variable length in which the modulator
interface does not know the limits in the data stream.
● GFPS (generic fixed‑length packetized stream)
GFPS is a data stream with fixed packet length. This format ensures
compatibility with DVB‑S. GSE is the preferred format.

Coderate Indicates the set code rate. 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, Maintenance
4/5, 5/6
The code rate is used to set the ratio of information data to <error cor-
rection values+information data>. 1/2 provides the greatest error correc-
tion and the lowest data transfer rate; 7/8 provides the lowest error cor-
rection and the greatest data transfer rate.
The setting can be changed here.

Time Interleaver Indicates the set time interleaver length. 0 to 255 Maintenance
Length The meaning of this parameter varies depending on the setting under
Time Interleaver Type:
● for Time Interleaver Type = Single:
Time Interleaver Length indicates the number of TI blocks per inter-
leaving frame.
● for Time Interleaver Type = Multi:
Time Interleaver Length indicates the number of T2 frames into
which an interleaving frame is divided.
The setting can be changed here.

Constellation Indicates the set modulation mode. QPSK, 16QAM, Maintenance

64QAM, 256QAM
This parameter can be changed here. QPSK is extremely fail‑safe, but
has only a low data rate.264QCM can transmit very high data rates and
is recommended if few faults are expected on the transmission link.
The setting can be changed here.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Rotated Indicates whether rotation is set for the constellation. No, Yes Maintenance
If the constellation is rotated, the robustness of the signal to interference
increases.
The setting can be changed here.

Baseband Mode Indicates the set efficiency. Nrm. Efficiency, Maintenance

High Efficiency
High Efficiency: certain, normally unused bytes in the data stream are
used for information data transmission. This mode is not supported by
all receiver instruments.
The setting can be changed here.

"PAPR / FEF" parameters

The PAPR function is only active if the corresponding software option is installed.

● Path: Device View (Home) > Transmitter (TX An or TX B) > Exciter > DVB-T2 Coder
> PAPR / FEF

Name Description Value range Access right

PAPR Reduction Indicates the selected function for reduction of the crest factor. A corre- No, TR, L1-ACE/ Maintenance
(Peak to Average sponding software option must be installed in order to activate this func- P2-TR, L1-ACE/
Power Ratio) tion. TR
The following settings are possible here:
● No
Only available with DVB‑T2 version 1.1.1.
Switches off crest factor reduction.
● TR
Only available with DVB‑T2 version 1.1.1.
Switches on crest factor reduction (peak‑to‑average power ratio
reduction through tone reservation).
● L1-ACE/P2-TR
Only available with DVB‑T2 version > 1.1.1.
Minimizes the effect of crest factor reduction by using just one iter-
ation. At the same time, ACE (Active Constellation Extension) is
active in the DVB‑T2 coder.
● L1-ACE/TR
Only available with DVB‑T2 version > 1.1.1.
Activates crest factor reduction using the settings for "Clipping
Threshold" and "Iterations" that are predefined by the DVB‑T2 gate-
way. At the same time, ACE (Active Constellation Extension) is
active in the DVB‑T2 coder.

TR Clipping Indicates the limit up to which the PAPR‑TR algorithm operates. The Variable Read only
Threshold (Peak displayed value divided by 100 roughly corresponds to the desired crest
to Average Power factor in dB.
Ratio)

TR Iterations Sup- Indicates the maximum number of tone reservation repetitions that are Variable Read only
ported (Peak to supported by the currently selected Bandwidth, FFT and Guard Interval
Average Power settings.
Ratio)

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Name Description Value range Access right

Iterations Active Indicates the number of tone reservation repetitions that are actually Variable Read only
(Peak to Average performed per symbol.
Power Ratio)

TR Iterations IA Indicates the number of tone reservation repetitions signaled by IA. 0 to 1023 Read only

TR Iterations Indicates whether the number of tone reservation repetitions have been No, Yes Read only
Reduced (Peak to reduced compared to the number signaled by IA.
Average Power
Ratio)

Future Extension Indicates whether future extension frames are used. No, Yes Read only
Frame (Transmis-
sion System)

Type (Transmis- Indicates the type of the associated FEF part as a digit. 0 to 15 Read only
sion System)

Length (Trans- Indicates the length of the used FEF part as the number of periods T from 0 to 1677215 (= Read only
mission System) the beginning of the P1 symbol of the FEF part to the beginning of the 224‒1)
P1 symbol of the next T2 frame.

Interval (Trans- Indicates the number of T2 frames between two FEF parts. 0 to 255 Read only
mission System)

"Settings Check" parameters

● Path: Device View (Home) > Transmitter (TX An or TX B) > Exciter > DVB-T2 Coder
> Settings Check

Name Description Value range Access right

DVB T2 Configu- Indicates whether the configuration of the DVB‑T2 parameters is con- Undefined, No, Read only
ration sistent. Yes
If a fault occurs, a message is output as to whether a fault is present in
the settings or the selected configuration is not supported by this exciter.

T2-MI Stream Indicates whether there is a fault in the T2‑MI stream. Ok, Not ok Read only
A fault is an indication that the modulator settings are inconsistent and
are not suitable for the settings that are signaled via the transport stream.
First check the signal quality of the T2‑MI feed. If this problem persists,
contact the Service department.

DVB-T2 Coder Indicates whether the selected modulation mode is supported by the Supported, Not Read only
Mode exciter. Supported

Bandwidth Indicates whether the configuration of the channel bandwidth is consis- Off, No, Yes Read only
tent. If not, a fault message is output.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Generate Test Indicates which test signal is generated. Off, PRBS, Mute Maintenance
Signal ● Off 1st P1 Symbol
Switches off test signal generation.
● PRBS
Generates a PRBS sequence instead of the payload.
● Mute 1st P1 Symbol
Suppresses the first symbol of each T2 frame. This function can be
used to measure the time of signal transmission.
● Single Carrier
Generates an unmodulated single carrier.
The frequency of the single carrier is at the center of the band and
therefore deviates from the vision carrier frequency.
This test signal can be used to measure the phase noise of the syn-
thesizer. The phase noise must be measured via the RF Monitor
Out connector (X61). The cable connected to RF Out (X60) must be
removed. In order to protect the amplifiers, this test signal is only
generated if the output of the exciter is open.
The selection can be changed here.

Testmode Indicates whether one of the test signals is activated. Off, On Maintenance
If a test signal is activated, decoding of the transmitted signal by the
transmitter will not be possible.

4.3.1.2 DVB-T

The DVB‑T transmission parameters required for coding and modulation as well as the
TPS settings (TPS = transmission parameter signaling) used and signaled during trans-
mission can be checked in the "Configuration" menu field.
The DVB‑T standard can be used both in single frequency networks (SFN) and multiple
frequency networks (MFN). In SFNs, the transmission signaling parameters (TSP) are
usually set automatically by the megaframe information packet (MIP); in MFNs, the TSP
parameters are usually set manually. The two variants DVB‑T and DVB‑H are additionally
available for both operating modes.
In the Localization menu, it is possible to define manually or automatically (via MIP) the
SFN cell to which this transmitter is to be assigned. To allow fine adjustment of sin-
gle‑frequency networks, a time and frequency offset from the data carousel of the MIP
can be set individually for each transmitter of the SFN via the central SAN adapter. This
is activated by setting Tx Control to "On" and by defining a transmitter address that is
unique in the SAN.
In the TPS Settings menu, the TPS transmission parameters can be configured manually
(only with TPS Source = Manual). The modulation parameters effective in the coder are
displayed under "Active TPS Settings" (all operating modes). In the DVB‑H TV standard,
a number of other transmission parameters are available.

"Configuration" parameters

These settings influence the availability of certain parameters in the Modulation menu.

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Name Description Value range Access right

TPS Source Indicates the source set for the TPS parameters (TPS = transmission MIP, Manual Maintenance
(Configuration) parameter signaling).
If a T2‑MI interface is used, this value is fixed by the DVB‑T2 gateway.

Modulation (Con- Indicates the set digital TV standard. DVB-T, DVB-H Maintenance
figuration) The setting can be changed here.

Cell ID Source Indicates the set data source of the cell ID. Off, MIP, Manual Maintenance
(Localization) The setting can be changed here.It is still possible to switch off signaling
of the cell ID here.

Manual Cell ID Indicates a manually set cell ID. 0 to FFFF Maintenance

(Localization) For the cell ID to become effective, the "Cell ID Source" must be set to
"Manual".

Tx Control (Local- Indicates whether Tx control is activated. Off, On Maintenance

ization) The setting can be changed here.
When control is activated and the transmitter address is set, the cell ID,
the frequency offset and the delay offset from the megaframe initializa-
tion packet (MIP) are applied.

Tx Address Indicates the set transmitter address. 0 to 65535 Maintenance

(Localization) Setting the transmitter address is a precondition to reading Tx informa-
tion (transmitter‑specific settings) from the megaframe initialization
packet (MIP). However, the information is only used if "Tx Control" is
activated.
The setting can be changed here.

Tx Delay Offset Indicates the number of microseconds by which this transmitter is to shift ‒3276.8 µs to Read only
(Localization) the time of transmission of its signal relative to other transmitters in the 3276.8 µs
DVB‑T network.
This value is set via the megaframe initialization packet (MIP).

"Modulation" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Bandwidth (Man- Indicates the set channel bandwidth occupied by the DVB‑T signal in the 5 MHz, 6 MHz, Maintenance
ual TPS Settings) frequency spectrum. 7 MHz, 8 MHz
5 MHz, 6 MHz, 7 MHz or 8 MHz can be set. The selected frequency
depends on the required bandwidth of the channel to be transmitted.

FFT Length (Man- Indicates the set FFT length. 2K, 4K, 8K Maintenance
ual TPS Settings) It corresponds to the number of carriers used. The setting depends on
the customer‑specific decision as to which type of DVB network is to be
used.
With 2K, the OFDM signal is modeled on 1705 carriers; with 8K, it is
modeled on 6817 carriers. The setting "4K" can be selected only for
DVB‑H.

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Constellation Indicates the set modulation mode. QPSK, 16QAM, Maintenance

(Manual TPS Set- The following settings are possible here: 64QAM
tings)
● QPSK is extremely fail‑safe, but has only a low data rate.
● 64QAM can transmit very high data rates if few faults are expected
on the transmission link.
● 16QAM is a compromise between the two other setting values.

Coderate (Manual Indicates the set code rate. 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, Maintenance
TPS Settings) 7/8
The code rate is used to set the ratio of information data to <error cor-
rection values+information data>. 1/2 provides the greatest error correc-
tion and the lowest data transfer rate; 7/8 provides the lowest error cor-
rection and the greatest data transfer rate.

Guard Interval Indicates the set guard interval. 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, Maintenance
(Manual TPS Set- The guard interval determines the time span between signals for multi- 1/4
tings) carrier modulation, in which no information is transmitted.
The larger the time span is, the lower the risk of interference to other
transmitters and the lower the data transfer rate will be. The setting val-
ues are a fraction of the symbol period.
Ideally, a value that is larger than the longest echo travel time of the
system should be selected.
Of all the possible setting values, 1/32 has the greatest risk of interfer-
ence but also the highest data transfer rate.

Bandwidth (Active Indicates the set channel bandwidth occupied by the DVB‑T signal in the 5 MHz, 6 MHz, Read only
TPS Settings) frequency spectrum. 7 MHz, 8 MHz

FFT Length Indicates the set FFT length. (4K is only displayed with DVB‑H.) 2K, 4K, 8K Read only
(Active TPS Set-
tings)

Constellation Indicates the set modulation mode. QPSK, 16QAM, Read only
(Active TPS Set- 64QAM
tings)

Coderate (Active Indicates the set code rate (ratio of information data to <error correction 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, Read only
TPS Settings) values + information data>. 7/8

Guard Interval Indicates the set guard interval. 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, Read only
(Active TPS Set- 1/4
tings)

Active Cell ID Indicates the active cell ID that this transmitter is to use. 0 to FFFF Read only
(Active TPS Set- This value can be set manually (entry field "Configuration > Localization
tings) > Manual Cell ID") or automatically (by the SFN adapter).

TPS Settings Indicates whether the TPS settings are consistent. Ok, Fail Read only
(Active TPS Set-
tings)

"Test" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Generate Test Indicates which test signal is to be generated. Off, PRBS, Mute Maintenance
Signal ● Off 1st P1 Symbol,
Switches off test signal generation. Single Carrier
● PRBS
Generates a PRBS sequence instead of the payload.
● Mute 1st P1 Symbol
Suppresses the first symbol of each T2 frame. This function can be
used to measure the time of signal transmission.
● Single Carrier
Generates an unmodulated single carrier.
The frequency of the single carrier is at the center of the band and
therefore deviates from the vision carrier frequency.
This test signal can be used to measure the phase noise of the syn-
thesizer. The phase noise must be measured via the RF Monitor
Out connector (X61). The cable connected to RF Out (X60) must be
removed. In order to protect the amplifiers, this test signal is only
generated if the output of the exciter is open.
The selection can be changed here.

Testmode Indicates whether one of the test signals is activated. Off, On Read only
If a test signal is activated, decoding of the transmitted signal by the
transmitter will not be possible.

4.3.1.3 ISDB-T

To operate the transmitter in ISDB-T mode, an appropriate software option must be acti-
vated using an option code.

The ISDB‑T TV standard can be used both in single frequency networks (SFN) and in
multiple frequency networks (MFN). In an SFN, the time at which an ISDB‑T symbol is
transmitted is either set automatically via the ISDB-T information packet (IIP) or set stat-
ically at each individual transmitter. The network mode is selected in the SFN menu.
If an IIP is present in the feed data stream, all TMCC (transmission and multiplexing
configuration control) settings should be performed automatically. In this case, "Coder
Source" must be set to "IIP".
In the case of operation in a static SFN (in which usually no IIP is present), all coder
settings can also be performed manually. In this case, "Coder Source" must be set to
"Manual". Depending on this switch, the settings in the "Modulation (Manual)" tab are
either effective or not effective. The active (effective) TMCC setting of the coder is dis-
played in the "Modulation (Active)" tab. With manual setting, the display is identical to the
TMCC values set in the "Modulation (Manual)" tab. With automatic setting via IIP, the
displayed TMCC settings are identical to the values signaled via IIP.
In the Localization menu, certain exciter settings can be controlled automatically via IIP.
The following functions are supported:
● Transmitter‑specific setting of the time of transmission
● Transmitter‑specific setting of the SFN module (static / dynamic SFN). In this case,
the switch for selecting the SFN module in the SFN menu must be set to "Auto".

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In order to use this function, an equipment ID that is unique in the network must be set
for this exciter.

"Configuration" parameters

● Path:Device View (Home) > Transmitter > Exciter > ISDB-T Coder > Configuration

Name Description Value range Access right

Coder Source Indicates the selected source for the settings of the TMCC (transmission Manual, IIP Maintenance
(Configuration) and multiplexing configuration control) for the ISDB‑T coder.
The following settings can be selected:
● Manual, i.e. parameters are set in the transmitter
● IIP (ISDB‑T information packets), i.e. parameters are read out of the
IIP in the transmission

TMCC Next (Con- Indicates from where the TMCC‑NEXT (Transmission and Multiplexing Off, Active, Auto- Maintenance
figuration) Configuration Control NEXT) parameters are to be retrieved. matic
The following settings can be selected:
● If "Active" is set, the settings for TMCC‑NEXT from the currently
actively set values for TMCC are used.
● With "Automatic", the TMCC‑NEXT parameters from the ISDB‑T
information packet (IIP) are applied, if possible. Otherwise, the cur-
rently set values are used.
● With "Off", TMCC NEXT is not used.

IIP PID (Localiza- Indicates the packet ID number (PID) that has been set for the ISDB‑T 0 to 65535 Maintenance
tion) information packet (IIP) in the input data stream.
The setting can be changed here.
Requirement: Coder Source must be set to IIP.

IIP Packet (Local- Indicates whether or not ISDB‑T information packets with the set IIP ID ----, Not Found, Read only
ization) are present in the transport stream and whether the ISDB-T gateway No SFN Info,
inserts SFN information into the IIP. Found
Only displayed if "IIP" has been selected as Coder Source.

Equipment Con- Activates or deactivates the instrument ID. On, Off Maintenance
trol (Localization) Transmitter‑specific settings can be configured via the ISDB‑T informa-
tion packet present in the transport stream.

Equipment ID A unique instrument ID used for referencing to special settings of the 0 to 65535 Maintenance
(Localization) ISDB‑T information packet (IIP).

IIP Time Offset Indicates the time‑of‑transmission offset signaled for this transmitter via Read only
(Localization) the ISDB‑T information packet (IIP).

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IIP SFN Mode Indicates the selected network mode. ● Off (MFN) Maintenance
(Localization) ● Dynamic
The following modes can be selected:
(SFN)
● Off (Multiple Frequency Networks)
● Static (SFN)
● Dynamic SFN (Single Frequency Network): The time of transmis-
● Auto (via IIP)
sion of all transmitters in the network is predetermined centrally via
an SFN adapter.
● Static SFN: The time of transmission is preset individually at each
transmitter.
● Auto (via IIP): The SFN mode and time of transmission are prede-
termined automatically via an SFN adapter.

Frame Counter Indicates whether the number of incoming transport stream packets Ok, Warning Read only
(Localization) (TSP) per multiplex frame corresponds to the settings or the information
read out from the ISDB-T information packet (IIP).
A warning occurs if individual TSPs in the signal feed have been changed
or are lost. In this case, the exciter will mute briefly.

"Modulation (Manual)" parameters

● Path:Device View (Home) > Transmitter > Exciter > ISDN-T Coder > Modulation
(Manual)

Name Description Value range Access right

Bandwidth (Com- Indicates the channel bandwidth occupied by the ISDB‑T signal in the 6 MHz, 7 MHz, Configuration
mon IIP Settings) frequency spectrum. 8 MHz
6 MHz, 7 MHz or 8 MHz can be set. The selected frequency depends on
the required bandwidth of the channel to be transmitted.

Partial Reception Indicates whether "Partial Reception" is switched on. Off, On Maintenance
(Common IIP Set- If layer A for mobile reception is to be used (1‑segment receiver), "Partial
tings)
Reception" must be set to "On". In this case, segment 0 is positioned in
the band center.
The value can be entered manually and is used for TMCC NEXT (trans-
mission and multiplexing configuration control NEXT) if TMCC NEXT is
set to "Manual".

FFT Length Indicates the set FFT length. 2K (Mode 1), 4K Maintenance
(Common IIP Set- The following values can be set here: (Mode 2), 8K
tings) (Mode 3)
● Mode 1 (2K): 2048 carriers
● Mode 2 (4K): 4096 carriers
● Mode 3 (8K): 8192 carriers

Guard Interval Indicates the set guard interval. 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, Maintenance
(Common IIP Set- The guard interval determines the time span between signals for multi- 1/32
tings) carrier modulation in which no information is transmitted. The larger the
time span is, the lower the risk of interference and the lower the data
transfer rate will be.
The setting values are a fraction of the symbol period. Ideally, a value
that is larger than the channel spread should be selected.
With 1/32, the risk of interference is highest but the data transfer rate is
also highest.
The value can be entered manually and is used for TMCC NEXT (trans-
mission and multiplexing configuration control NEXT) if TMCC NEXT is
set to "Manual".

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Segments (Layer Indicates the number of segments used for the respective layer. 0 to 13 Maintenance
A, B, C) The distribution of segments between the layers is subject to various
conditions:
● 0: A layer is deactivated.
For layer A, 0 is not permitted.
For layer B, 0 is possible only if layer C also has 0 segments.
● The sum of segments from all active layers must always be 13.
● The segments can be distributed between 1, 2 or 3 layers.
● The assignment of 1 single segment is only possible for layer A.
Partial reception must be activated in this case (Partial Reception =
On). The remaining 12 segments can be distributed between the
layers B and C in accordance with the above‑mentioned rules.

Constellation Indicates the set modulation mode. DQPSK, QPSK, Maintenance

(Layer A, B, C) 16QAM, 64QAM
The following modulation modes can be selected:
● QPSK is extremely fail‑safe, but has only a low data rate.
● 64QAM can transmit very high data rates if few faults are expected
on the transmission link.
● 16QAM is a compromise between the two other setting values.
The value can be entered manually and is used for TMCC NEXT (trans-
mission and multiplexing configuration control NEXT) if TMCC NEXT is
set to "Manual".

Coderate (Layer Indicates the set code rate. 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, Maintenance
A, B, C) 7/8
The code rate is used to set the ratio of information data to <error cor-
rection values + information data>. 1/2 provides the greatest error cor-
rection; 7/8 provides the greatest data transfer rate.
The value can be entered manually and is used for TMCC NEXT (trans-
mission and multiplexing configuration control NEXT) if TMCC NEXT is
set to "Manual".

Interleaver (Layer Indicates the selected conversion length of the time interleaver. 0, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 Maintenance
A, B, C) To reduce the susceptibility to faults when there is noise, the time inter-
leaver converts the information data in a data block.
0, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 and 32 can be selected as conversion length. 0 means
that no conversion takes place; 32 corresponds to the highest degree of
conversion. This provides the greatest protection, but also the greatest
latency.
The value can be entered manually and is used for TMCC NEXT (trans-
mission and multiplexing configuration control NEXT) if TMCC NEXT is
set to "Manual".

Configuration Indicates whether the set ISDB‑T configuration is consistent and valid Valid, Invalid Read only
(Status) over all three layers.
If a fault is indicated, it must be checked whether the sum of all segments
over the three layers is exactly 13.

"Modulation (Active)" parameters

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Bandwidth (Com- Indicates the set channel bandwidth occupied by the ISDB‑T signal in 5 MHz, 6 MHz, Read only
mon IIP Settings) the frequency spectrum. 7 MHz, 8 MHz

Partial Reception Indicates whether Partial Reception is switched on or off. Off, On Read only
(Common IIP Set-
tings)

FFT Length Indicates the set FFT length. 2K (Mode 1), 4K Read only
(Common IIP Set- (Mode 2), 8K
tings) (Mode 3)

Guard Interval Indicates the set guard interval. 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, Read only
(Common IIP Set- 1/32
tings)

Segments (Layer Indicates the number of segments set for the respective layer. 0 to 13 Read only
A, B, C)

Constellation Indicates the set modulation mode. DQPSK, QPSK, Read only
(Layer A, B, C) 16QAM, 64QAM

Coderate (Layer Indicates the set code rate. 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, Read only
A, B, C) 7/8

Interleaver (Layer Indicates the set conversion length of the time interleaver. 0, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 Read only
A, B, C)

Configuration Indicates whether the set ISDB‑T configuration is consistent and valid Valid, Invalid Read only
(Status) over all three layers.
If a fault is indicated, it must be checked whether the sum of all segments
over the three layers is exactly 13.

"Test" parameters

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Generate Test Indicates which test signal is to be generated. Off, Testmode 0, Maintenance
Signal ● Off Testmode 1
Switches off test signal generation.
● Testmode 0
Activates a test sequence with three layers, ISDB‑T mode 1 and
guard interval 1/4 - Layer A: 1 segment, DQPSK, code rate 1/2, time
interleaver: 0 - Layer B: 7 segments, 16QAM, code rate 7/8, time
interleaver: 0 - Layer C: 5 segments, 64QAM, code rate 2/3, time
interleaver: 0.
● Testmode 1
Activates a test sequence with one layer, ISDB‑T mode 1 and guard
interval 1/4: - Layer A: 13 segments, QPSK, code rate 1/2, time
interleaver: 0; "IFFT PRBS Band": Activates a PRBS test sequence
with a bandwidth of 5.57 MHz
● Single Carrier
Generates an unmodulated single carrier.
The frequency of the single carrier is at the center of the band and
therefore deviates from the vision carrier frequency.
This test signal can be used to measure the phase noise of the syn-
thesizer. The phase noise must be measured via the RF Monitor
Out connector (X61). The cable connected to RF Out (X60) must be
removed. In order to protect the amplifiers, this test signal is only
generated if the output of the exciter is open.

Testmode Indicates whether one of the test signals is activated. Off, On Maintenance
If a test signal is activated, decoding of the transmitted signal by the
transmitter will not be possible.

4.3.1.4 ATSC

To operate the transmitter in ATSC mode, an appropriate software option must be acti-
vated using an option code.

The ATSC TV standard can be used both in single frequency networks (SFN) and in
multiple frequency networks (MFN). In an SFN, the time at which an ATSC symbol is
transmitted is set automatically via the transmission control protocol (TCP). The network
mode is selected in the SFN menu. Whether a TCP is present in the data stream is
indicated in the two Input menus.
In the Configuration menu, it is possible to activate transmission to mobile terminal equip-
ment and also to set the transmitter IDs for operation in a network.

"Configuration" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Mobile DTV (Con- Indicates whether the coding for Mobile DTV is switched on or off. Off, On Maintenance
figuration)

MHE PID (Config- Indicates which MHE PID is set. 0 to 8191 Maintenance
uration) The setting can be changed here.
The packet ID that is set is the one containing the Mobile DTV data
stream. The MHE PID is only available if Mobile DTV has been set to
"On".

Frame Status Indicates whether the ATSC coder is synchronized using the TCP Locked, Unlocked Read only
(Configuration) frames contained in the data stream.
A fault can occur if the fed transport stream does not contain a TCP. In
this case, the status display of the active input would signal a corre-
sponding TCP fault.

Mobile Content Indicates whether mobile data is contained in the input data stream. Found, Not found Read only
(Configuration) This display is only available if Mobile DTV has been set to "On".

RF Watermark Indicates the set RF watermark level. ‒21 dB to ‒39 dB Maintenance

(Localization) in steps of 3 dB,
The setting can be changed here.
Off
It is the level of the RF watermark signal relative to the useful signal.
If "Off" is set, no RF watermark signal is generated. The RF watermark
allows a distinction to be made between the RF signals of individual
transmitters in single‑frequency networks for measuring purposes. To
enable this, the transmitter ID, for example, is transmitted cyclically in
the watermark.

Network ID (Local- Indicates the set network ID. 0 to 495 Maintenance

ization) The setting can be changed here.
Using the network ID, several transmitters in a single‑frequency network
can be combined to form a group. All the transmitters in a group must
be assigned different Tx addresses.

Tx Address (Local- Indicates the set transmitter address. 0 to 31 Maintenance

ization) The setting can be changed here.
The transmitter address allows a distinction to be made between the
individual transmitters in a single‑frequency network.

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"Test" parameters

Name Description Value range Access right

Generate Test Indicates which test signal is to be generated. Off, PRBS, Single Maintenance
Signal ● Off Carrier
Switches off test signal generation.
● PRBS
Generates a PRBS sequence instead of the payload.
● Single Carrier
Generates an unmodulated single carrier.
The frequency of the single carrier is at the center of the band and
therefore deviates from the vision carrier frequency.
This test signal can be used to measure the phase noise of the syn-
thesizer. The phase noise must be measured via the RF Monitor
Out connector (X61). The cable connected to RF Out (X60) must be
removed. In order to protect the amplifiers, this test signal is only
generated if the output of the exciter is open.
The setting can be changed here.

Testmode Indicates whether one of the test signals is activated. Off, On Read only
If a test signal is activated, decoding of the transmitted signal by the
transmitter will not be possible.

4.3.1.5 DAB

To operate the transmitter in DAB mode, an appropriate software option must be activa-
ted using an option code.

"Config" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Source (DAB Indicates the DAB mode source. Manual, ETI (LI)- Maintenance
Mode) MID
The setting can be changed here.
● Manual
DAB mode is set manually at the transmitter.
● ETI (LI)-MID
DAB mode is read out from the ETI header.

Source Active Indicates the source from which the DAB mode setting is retrieved. Manual, ETI Read only
(DAB Mode)

Mode (DAB Mode) Indicates which DAB mode has been manually preselected. I, II, III, IV Maintenance
The setting can be changed here.

Mode ETI(LI)-MId Indicates which DAB mode is signaled via the ETI header in the data I, II, III, IV Read only
(DAB Mode) stream.

Mode Active (DAB Indicates the currently active DAB mode. I, II, III, IV Read only
Mode)

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"ASS TII" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Tx Address (ASS Indicates the transmitter address transmitted in the ASS (Asynchronous 0 to 65535 Maintenance
Type 0) Signaling).
Using the transmitter address, it is possible to activate settings from the
TII via the DAB multiplexer individually for each transmitter.
The setting can be changed here.

Required (ASS Depending on the setting for TII Source, indicates whether the Tx Yes, No Read only
Type 0) address is evaluated.

Present (ASS Indicates whether transmitter identification information (TII) for the set Yes, No Read only
Type 0) transmitter address is contained in the transport stream.

State (ASS Type Indicates whether the Tx address is required or present. Not Required, Read only
0) ● Not Required Never Seen,
The Tx address is not evaluated. Holdover, OK
● Never Seen
No Tx address has been found in the data stream. The main ID and
sub-ID are set to 0 and no additional Tx time offset is set.
● Holdover
The data stream does not currently contain a Tx address. The TII
last found is sent.
● OK
TII for the set Tx address is present in the data stream.

TII Source (TII) Indicates the source from which the identifiers of the TII (transmission Off, Manual, Maintenance
identification information) settings are to be retrieved. MNSC
The setting can be changed here.
● Off
No TII settings are to be used.
● Manual
The main ID and sub‑ID are to be set manually.
● MNSC
The main ID and sub‑ID are to be retrieved from the MNSC (multi-
plex network service channel) data .

Source Active Indicates which source has been selected for the identifiers of the TII Off, Manual, Read only
(TII) (transmission identification information) settings. MNSC

Main ID (TII) Indicates the set main ID. 0 to 69 Maintenance

The main ID can be used for identifying all transmitters belonging to a (0 to 5 with DAB
DAB cell. mode III)
The setting can be changed here.
With DAB mode III, the permissible value range is 0 to 5.

MAIN ID MNSC Indicates the main ID signaled via MNSC (multiplex network service 0 to 69 Read only
(TII) channel).

Main ID Active Indicates the main ID effective in the exciter. 0 to 69 Read only
(TII)

Main ID State (TII) Indicates whether the main ID set in the exciter is valid. Off, Out of Range, Read only
OK

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Sub ID (TII) Indicates the set sub‑ID. 0 to 31 Maintenance

The sub‑ID can be used to distinguish between the transmitters within a
DAB cell.
The setting can be changed here.

Sub ID MNSC Indicates the sub‑ID signaled via MNSC (multiplex network service chan- 0 to 31 Read only
(TII) nel).

Sub ID Active (TII) Indicates the sub-ID effective in the exciter. 0 to 31 Read only

"Test" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Generate Test Indicates which test signal is to be generated. Off, PRBS, Single Maintenance
Signal ● Off Carrier
Switches off test signal generation.
● PRBS
Generates a PRBS sequence instead of the payload.
● Single Carrier
Generates an unmodulated single carrier.
The frequency of the single carrier is at the center of the band and
therefore deviates from the vision carrier frequency.
This test signal can be used to measure the phase noise of the syn-
thesizer. The phase noise must be measured via the RF Monitor
Out connector (X61). The cable connected to RF Out (X60) must be
removed. In order to protect the amplifiers, this test signal is only
generated if the output of the exciter is open.
The setting can be changed here.

Testmode Indicates whether one of the test signals is activated. Off, On Read only
If a test signal is activated, decoding of the transmitted signal by the
transmitter will not be possible.

4.3.1.6 ATV

The basic configuration for analog TV transmission is set up in the Coder Config menu.
Parameters such as the analog substandard as well as the transmission of sound with
or without NICAM modulation are selected here. The settings and display values shown
in the various submenus of the exciter depend on the configuration selected here.

"Input Video" parameters

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Nominal Input Indicates the set video input amplitude. 0.7 V pp or 1.0 V Maintenance
Amplitude (Con- The setting can be changed here. pp (for 75 Ω)
trol)

Force Exciter Used to determine whether switchover to another redundant exciter is to No (Create Warn- Maintenance
Changeover take place if the input signal fails. This function is available for all redun- ing), Yes (Create
(Control) dancy systems (dual drive, backup exciter and n+1). In the "Yes" position, Fault)
an exciter fault is signaled to the higher‑level redundancy control unit,
which decides whether to switch over to another exciter or transmitter.
In the "No" position, no switchover takes place.

Clipping (Status) Indicates the status of possible video input signal clipping. NO CLIPPING, Read only
NO HEADROOM,
The following displays (with color signalization) are possible:
CLIPPING
● NO CLIPPING (green)
The video input signal is within the valid range.
● NO HEADROOM (yellow)
The video input signal is just off a clipping boundary.
● CLIPPING (red)
The video input signal is clipped.

Sync. Monitoring Indicates the status of sync‑pulse monitoring of the input signal. OK, no V, no H+V, Read only
(Status) Low Level
The following displays are possible:
● OK
A standard‑compliant input signal is being applied.
● No V
No V‑pulse frame is detected.
● no H+V:
No V‑pulse or H‑pulse frame is detected.
● Low Level
The sync‑pulse amplitude is less than 50 % of the nominal
sync‑pulse amplitude; the processed signal is, however, available
at the encoder output.

White Amplitude Indicates the measured value for white input amplitude. 0 V to 1.3 V Read only
Input (Status) If the selected scanning line is not found in the input signal, the mea-
surement value 0 mV is displayed.

Sync. Amplitude Indicates the measured input amplitude of the sync pulse. 0 V to 0.6 V Read only
Input (Status)

"Input AF 1" parameters

The NICAM function is only active if the corresponding software option is installed.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Nominal Input Indicates the set input level at the FM sound modulator for AF signal AF1. ‒12 dBµ to Maintenance
Level (FM Input) 12 dBμ
The setting can be changed here.

Current Input Indicates the current input level at the FM sound modulator for AF signal 0 % to 100 % Read only
Level (FM Input) AF1 (as a percentage of the maximum drive level).

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Clipping (FM Indicates the status of possible clipping of AF input signal AF1. NO CLIPPING, Read only
Input) CLIPPING
The following displays (with color signalization) are possible:
● NO CLIPPING (green)
AF input signal AF1 is within the valid range.
● CLIPPING (red)
AF input signal AF1 is clipped because it has exceeded the maxi-
mum permissible input level.

Gain Adjustment Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set ‒6 dB to 6 dB Maintenance
(Nicam Input) to "Coder".
Indicates the gain of the AF signal for the input of the NICAM coder. The
displayed value is relative to "Nominal Input Level".
The setting can be changed here for matching purposes.

Current Input Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set 0 % to 100 % Read only
Level (Nicam to "Coder".
Input) Indicates the current input level at the NICAM coder for AF signal AF1
(as a percentage of the maximum drive level).

Clipping (Nicam Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set NO CLIPPING, Read only
Input) to "Coder". CLIPPING
Indicates the status of possible clipping of NICAM input signal AF1.
The following displays (with color signalization) are possible:
● NO CLIPPING (green)
NICAM input signal AF1 is within the valid range.
● CLIPPING (red)
NICAM input signal AF1 is clipped because it has exceeded the
maximum permissible input level.

"Input AF 2" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Nominal Input Indicates the set input level at the FM sound modulator for AF signal AF2. ‒12 dBμ to Maintenance
Level (FM Input) 12 dBμ
The setting can be changed here.

Current Input Indicates the current input level at the FM sound modulator for AF signal 0 % to 100 % Read only
Level (FM Input) AF2 (as a percentage of the maximum drive level).

Clipping (FM Indicates the status of possible clipping of AF input signal AF2. NO CLIPPING, Read only
Input) CLIPPING
The following displays (with color signalization) are possible:
● NO CLIPPING (green)
AF input signal AF2 is within the valid range.
● CLIPPING (red)
AF input signal AF2 is clipped because it has exceeded the maxi-
mum permissible input level.

Gain Adjustment Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set ‒6 dB to 6 dB Maintenance
(Nicam Input) to "Coder".
Indicates the set input level for the NICAM signal that is fed to the inte-
grated NICAM coder.
The setting can be changed here for matching purposes.

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Current Input Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set 0 % to 100 % Read only
Level (Nicam to "Coder".
Input) Indicates the current input level at the NICAM coder for AF signal AF2
(as a percentage of the maximum drive level).

Clipping (Nicam Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set NO CLIPPING, Read only
Input) to "Coder". CLIPPING
Indicates the status of possible clipping of NICAM input signal AF2.
The following displays (with color signalization) are possible:
● NO CLIPPING (green)
NICAM input signal AF2 is within the valid range.
● CLIPPING (red)
NICAM input signal AF2 is clipped because it has exceeded the
maximum permissible input level.

"Input Nicam" parameters

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Name Description Value range Access right

Nicam 728 Data- Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "NicamMode" is set to OK, Not Found Read only
stream (Nicam "Modulator".
Input) Indicates whether a NICAM 728 data stream is present.

"White Control" parameters

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White Control

Name Description Value range Access right

Regulation (Con- Switches white amplitude regulation on/off. With regulation switched off, Off, On Maintenance
trol) the gain value set under Manual Gain is always used. With regulation
switched on, the gain is regulated to the level of the test line set under
Gain Source. If this test line is not found in the input signal, either the
Manual Gain value or the Stored Gain value is used (depending on the
setting under Fallback Gain Source).
The setting can be changed here.

White Pulse Mon- Indicates the white pulse status signaled by the white pulse monitoring: None, OK, < –40 Read only
itoring (Control) ● NONE %, < –30 %, > +30
The test line with the white pulse has not been found. %, > +40 %
● OK
The white pulse has been found and the level is OK.
● The white pulse level is below/above the warning or fault threshold.
The warning threshold is ±30 %; the fault threshold is ±40 %.

Fallback Gain Used to select whether the manually set gain value (Manual) or the gain Manual, Memory Maintenance
Source (Control) value last active (Memory) is to be used if the test line fails.

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Current Gain Indicates the current source for video gain: Manual, Memory, Read only
Source (Control) ● Manual Automatic Control
Manual setting. The setting value is the gain of the control element
as a percentage referenced to gain 1.
● Memory
Saved setting. The gain uses the most recently saved value for white
control.
● Automatic Control
The gain is controlled by the white control.

White Amplitude Indicates the measured value for white‑pulse input amplitude. 0 V to 1.3 V Read only
Input (Control)

White Amplitude Indicates the measured value for white‑pulse output amplitude. 0 V to 1.1 V Read only
Output (Control)

Testline (Gain Indicates the selected test line for the white pulse. 16 to 22 Maintenance
Source) The setting can be changed here.

Field Indicates whether the first or second field has been selected for the white First, Second Maintenance
pulse.
The setting can be changed here.

Manual Gain Indicates the manually set value for video gain. The setting value is the ‒10.0 % to 10.0 % Maintenance
(Gain Source) gain of the control element as a percentage, referenced to gain "1".
The setting can be changed here.

Stored Gain (Gain Indicates the gain set by the white‑pulse control, referenced to gain "1". ‒50 % to 50 % Read only
Source) If the selected test line fails, this gain value becomes active if "Memory"
has been selected as the fallback gain source.

Limiter (White Indicates whether the white limiter is switched on or off. Off, On Maintenance
Limiter) The setting can be changed here.

Threshold (White Indicates the set threshold value for the white limiter. 90 % to 120 % Maintenance
Limiter) The setting can be changed here.

Status (White Indicates whether the white limiter has triggered. Not Limited, Limi- Read only
Limiter) ted

"Equalizer" parameters

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Equalizer

Name Description Value range Access right

Pre-Equalization Indicates whether receiver pre‑equalization is switched on. Off, On Maintenance

(Receiver Pre-
Receiver pre‑equalization can be switched on or off here.
Equalization)

"Config" parameters

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Config

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Coder Mode (FM Indicates the set audio mode. Off, Mono, Maintenance
Audio) Stereo, Dual,
The following settings have a special meaning:
Auto (Dataline)
● Off
Dual‑sound is set as the audio mode.
● Mono
The two AF input signals are combined to produce one mono signal.
● Stereo
The two AF input signals contain the left and right channel of a
stereo signal.
● Dual
The two AF input signals provide independent audio information for
dual‑sound mode.
● Auto (Dataline)
The audio mode is read out from the audio data line present in the
picture signal.
The setting can be changed here.

Dataline Info (FM Indicates the audio mode signaling present in the audio data line. (N/A N/A, Mono, Read only
Audio) means that there is no signaling in the selected audio data line.) Stereo, Dual

Current Audio Indicates the current audio mode. Mono, Stereo, Read only
Mode (FM Audio) Dual

Dataline (FM Indicates the current audio data line. 10 to 22 Maintenance

Audio) The setting can be changed here.

Pilot Deviation Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "Off". 0 Hz to Read only

(FM Audio) Indicates the current FM deviation for the pilot signal. ±25000 Hz

Pilot Gain (FM Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "Off". ‒19.0 dB to ‒ Maintenance
Audio) 12.0 dB
Indicates the selected level for the pilot signal.
The setting can be changed here.

Pre-Emphasis Indicates whether pre-emphasis for FM sound is switched on (50 μs or Off, On Maintenance
(FM Filter) 75 μs).
Pre-emphasis can be switched on and off here.

Lowpass (FM Fil- Indicates whether a lowpass filter for FM sound is switched on. Off, On Maintenance
ter) The lowpass filter can be switched on and off here.

Deviation Limiter Indicates whether the deviation limiter for the FM sound subcarrier is Off, On Maintenance
(Deviation Lim- switched on.
iter) The deviation limiter can be switched on and off here.

Warning Above Indicates the set threshold at which the deviation limiter warning is acti- ±50000 Hz to Maintenance
(Deviation Lim- vated. In most cases, it is recommendable for Limiter Threshold and ±250000 Hz
iter) Warning Above to have the same value.
The setting can be changed here.

Threshold (Devia- Indicates the set threshold at which the deviation limiter is triggered. ±50000 Hz to Maintenance
tion Limiter) The setting can be changed here. ±120000 Hz

"Carrier1" parameters

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Carrier1

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Current Deviation Indicates the value of the current FM deviation for sound subcarrier 1. 0 Hz to 25000 Hz Read only
(Sound Carrier 1)

Nominal Devia- Indicates the preset value for the FM deviation of sound subcarrier 1. ±20000 Hz to Maintenance
tion (Sound Car- The setting can be changed here. ±75000 Hz
rier 1)

Limiter (Sound Indicates whether the deviation limiter for sound subcarrier 1 has trig- Not Limited, Limi- Read only
Carrier 1) gered. ted

"Carrier2" parameters

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Carrier2
Only displayed if "Sound Carrier" is set to "Dual Carrier".

Name Description Value range Access right

Current Deviation Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "Off". 0 Hz to Read only

(Sound Carrier 2) Indicates the value of the current FM deviation for sound subcarrier 2. ±250000 Hz

Nominal Devia- Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "Off". ±20000 Hz to Maintenance

tion (Sound Car- Indicates the preset value for the FM deviation of sound subcarrier 2. ±75000 Hz
rier 2)
The setting can be changed here.

Limiter (Sound Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "Off". Not Limited, Limi- Read only
Carrier 2) ted
Indicates whether the deviation limiter for sound subcarrier 2 has trig-
gered.

Nicam Audio Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set Equal FM, Mono Maintenance
Mode (Nicam) to "Coder". Data, Stereo,
Dual
Indicates the NICAM audio mode.
● Equal FM Audio Mode
The NICAM audio mode depends on the FM audio mode.
● Mono/Data, Stereo and Dual Sound
The NICAM audio mode is determined irrespective of the FM chan-
nel. Coding is performed in accordance with the NICAM specifica-
tions.
The setting can be changed here.

Preemphasis Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On" and "Nicam Mode" is set Off, On Maintenance
(Nicam) to "Coder".
Indicates whether the pre-emphasis required by the TV standard is
switched on or off for NICAM sound.
The setting can be changed here.

Reserve Sound Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "On". Off, On Maintenance

Flag (Nicam) Indicates whether or not the receiver is to use the sound from sound
subcarrier 1 if the NICAM signal fails.
The setting can be changed here.
"Reserve Sound Flag" should be set to "On" if audio carrier 1 transmits
the same sound signal (in mono) as the NICAM carrier. If different infor-
mation is transmitted on audio carrier 1 than on the NICAM carrier,
"Reserve Sound Flag" should be set to "Off".

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"Coder Config" parameters

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Coder Config

Name Description Value range Access right

TV Standard Indicates the set TV standard. B, G, D/K, I, I1, K1 Maintenance

(General Set- The setting can be changed here.
tings)

Vision/Sound Indicates the set value for sound subcarrier level 1 referenced to the peak ‒15.0 dB to ‒ Maintenance
Carrier 1 (General envelope power of the vision carrier. 5.0 dB
Settings) The setting can be changed here.

Vision/Sound Indicates the set value for sound subcarrier level 2 referenced to the peak ‒27.0 dB to ‒ Maintenance
Carrier 2 (General envelope power of the vision carrier. 17.0 dB
Settings) The setting can be changed here.

Residual Carrier Indicates the set value for the residual carrier. 8 % to 25 % Maintenance
(General Set- The setting can be changed here.
tings)

Channel Band- Indicates the used channel bandwidth. The channel bandwidth depends 6 MHz, 7 MHz, 8 Read only
width on the set TV standard. MHz

Sound Carrier Indicates the selected number of sound subcarriers (for standards B, G, Single Carrier, Maintenance
(Audio) D/K, I, I1, K1). Dual Carrier
The following settings are possible here:
● Single Carrier = one sound subcarrier
● Dual Carrier = two sound subcarriers

Nicam (Audio) Indicates whether NICAM mode has been selected. Off, On Maintenance
The setting can be changed here.

Nicam Mode Can only be set if "Nicam" is set to "On". Coder, Modulator Maintenance
(Audio) Indicates the selected NICAM mode (for standards B, G, D/K, I, I1).
The following settings are possible here:
● Coder
AF signal feed of AF1 and AF2 via the inputs AUDIO 1 and AUDIO
2 as well as coding and modulation in the transmitter.
● Modulation
Signal feed as NICAM 728 data stream via the NICAM DATA digital
input.

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Input Impedance Indicates the set value for the impedance of inputs AF 1 and AF 2. 600 Ω, High Maintenance
(Audio) The setting can be changed here.

Nicam Roll-off Can only be set if "Nicam" is set to "On". Auto, 40 %, 100 % Maintenance
(Audio) Indicates the setting selected for the NICAM rolloff (for standards B, G,
D/K, I, I1).
The following settings are possible here:
● Auto
NICAM rolloff is automatically set according to the selected TV
standard and in compliance with the NICAM specifications (recom-
mended setting!).
● 40 %
Manual setting of the NICAM rolloff.
● 100 %
Manual setting of the NICAM rolloff.

"Coder Test" parameters

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Coder Test

Name Description Value range Access right

Testmode (Sta- Indicates whether one of the test signals is activated. Off, On Read only
tus) If a test signal is activated, decoding of the transmitted signal by the
transmitter will not be possible.

Single Carrier Indicates whether an unmodulated single carrier has been activated. Off, On Maintenance
(Video) The frequency of the single carrier is at the center of the band and there-
fore deviates from the vision carrier frequency.
This test signal can be used to measure the phase noise of the synthe-
sizer. The phase noise must be measured via the RF Monitor Out con-
nector (X61). The cable connected to RF Out (X60) must be removed
and this switch must be set to "On". In order to protect the amplifiers, this
test signal is only generated if the output of the exciter is open.
The setting can be changed here.

Pilot (FM) Only displayed if "Nicam" is set to "Off". Off, On Maintenance

Indicates whether the pilot signal is switched on or off.
The setting can be changed here.

Sound Mode Car- Indicates the mode setting for FM sound subcarrier 1. On, Carrier Off, Maintenance
rier 1 (FM) Modulation Off
The following settings are possible here:
● Carrier OFF
Switches off sound subcarrier 1.
● Modulation OFF
Switches on sound subcarrier 1 without modulation.
● ON
Switches on sound subcarrier 1 with modulation.

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Sound Mode Car- Indicates the mode setting for FM sound subcarrier 2. On, Carrier Off, Maintenance
rier 2 (FM) Modulation Off
The following settings are possible here:
● Carrier OFF
Switches off sound subcarrier 2.
● Modulation OFF
Switches on sound subcarrier 2 without modulation.
● ON
Switches on sound subcarrier 2 with modulation.

PRBS Insertion Indicates whether the PRBS for the NICAM carrier is activated or deac- Off, On Maintenance
(Nicam) tivated.
The setting can be changed here.

Sound Mode Indicates the mode setting for the NICAM sound subcarrier. Carrier Off, Mod- Maintenance
(Nicam) ulation Off, On
The following settings are possible here:
● Carrier OFF
Switches off the sound subcarrier.
● Modulation OFF
Switches on the sound subcarrier without modulation
● ON
Switches on the sound subcarrier with modulation.

4.3.2 Setting Transmit Frequency and Output Power

The transmit frequency is set separately for each TCE900 exciter with an accuracy of
± 1 Hz. For the DVB‑T and DVB‑T2 transmission standards, the channel center frequency
must be set during this process.
The output power of the TCE900 exciter is regulated internally to +13 dBm. It can be
attenuated via an integrated attenuator by up to 9 dB (in steps of 3 dB).
In high‑power and medium‑power transmitters with only one amplifier, an attenuation of
9 dB must be set.
In systems with more than one amplifier, an attenuation of 0 dB must be set.
The transmit frequency and output power are configured in the following way:

► Using the menu bar, navigate to the following:

"Devices" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Output"

4.3.3 Signal Feed

The TCE900 exciter has a number of physical inputs depending on the modules and
software options installed. Up to two of these inputs can be used parallel to each other
for signal feed. They are referred to below as logical inputs. The assignment of physical
inputs to logical inputs takes place in a special task during startup of the system. All
available physical inputs can also be configured within this task. In normal operation, the
two selected logical inputs are visible in the Device View of the exciter. All settings rele-

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vant for the logical inputs can be made directly in the Device View. The two logical inputs
are available for automatic input switchover in the event of a fault along the feed path.

4.3.3.1 Configuring Physical Inputs

The physical inputs are configured at startup of the system in the menu "Device View" >
"Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Task View" > "Configure Inputs".
This function defines two logical inputs from the number of available inputs used for the
redundancy of the input signal. For each logical input, a name can be optionally assigned
for the fed program multiplex. This name is displayed in the transmitter and system over-
view screens.

TS Feed
Every TCE900 exciter which is suitable for the transmission of digital TV has two transport
stream inputs (connector X20 and X21). The data format (ASI/SMPTE/Auto) can be set
separately for both inputs. The gross data rate and the packet length are also displayed.

IP Feed
Depending on the installed software options, up to two independent IP feeds are available
in the TCE900 exciter. During startup, each Ethernet socket (X30, X31) must be assigned
an IP address in the menu "Device View" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Task View" >
"Configure TS LAN". The two Ethernet sockets are linked to two logical IP streams which
contain additional configuration parameters. Both IP streams support unicast and multi-
cast streams. For multicast streams, the IP address of the multiplexer which makes the
stream available in the network must also be specified. It is possible to assign both logical
IP streams to the same physical socket, but to specify different multicast addresses. This
provides maximum flexibility with regard to different redundancy scenarios in the feed
path.

The IP addresses for the Ethernet sockets are configured in the "Configure TS LAN" task
and only become effective after the TCE900 exciter has been restarted.

Settings for Input 1/2 (Transport Stream and IP Stream)

"Transport Stream (TS 1/2)" parameters

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Stream Status Indicates whether a valid serial data stream is being fed Ok, No Read only
to the transmitter via the TS1/2 IN sockets (X20/X21). If Stream
a fault is displayed here, first check the setting of the TS
type (ASI/SMPTE).

Packet Length Indicates the detected packet length of the transport Read only
stream.

Gross Datarate Indicates the total data rate on the IP feed. 1200000 bps Read only

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Payload Datarate Indicates the information data rate without stuffing bytes Read only
on the TS feed. This value is only available if MFN is set
(multiple‑frequency network), i.e. SFN mode (single‑fre-
quency network) must be set to OFF.

Multiplex Name A name for the multiplex contained in the transport <20 charac- Read / write
stream can be entered here. This name is displayed in ters>
the transmitter overview and, in the case of n+1 systems,
in the automatic transmitter switchover function.

"IP Stream (IP 1/2)" parameters

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Stream Status (Status) Indicates whether a valid data stream is being fed to the Ok, No Read only
transmitter via the IP feed. If a fault is indicated, check Stream
the settings of the IP stream and the Ethernet interface.

Packet Length (Status) Indicates the detected packet length of the IP stream. Read only

Gross Datarate (Status) Indicates the total data rate (gross data rate) on the IP 1200000 bps Read only
feed.

Payload Datarate (Sta- Indicates the information data rate of the multiplex con- Read only
tus) tained in the IP stream.

RJ45 Connector (Set- Used to define the physical network interface to which TS LAN1, TS Maintenance
tings) the logical IP stream is bound. Normally, the TS LAN 1 LAN2
socket (X30) is coupled to IP stream 1 and the TS LAN
2 socket (X31) to IP stream 2. This allows the use of
several redundant servers that can be selected automat-
ically using the automatic input signal switchover func-
tion. However, it is also possible to feed several multicast
streams via the same physical Ethernet socket. In this
case, too, the automatic input signal switchover function
can toggle automatically between two data streams.

Protocol (Settings) Used to select the used network protocol. Auto, UDP, Maintenance
● UDP (User Datagram Protocol) for easy, connec- RTP
tionless communication.
● RTP (Realtime Transport Protocol) for packet‑ori-
ented communication.

Streaming Mode (Set- Used to set the used type of network streaming. Multicast, Maintenance
tings) ● Unicast: The multiplexer sends the suitable IP Unicast
stream to the IP address of the TV transmitter.
● Multicast: The TV transmitter subscribes to a multi-
cast IP stream that can be provided by the multi-
plexer in the feed network to several transmitters at
the same time.

Port (Settings) Used to set the port number under which the transport 0 to 65535 Maintenance
stream is expected.

IP Address (Settings) Used to set the IP address ... .

Multiplex Name (Set- A name for the multiplex contained in the transport <20 charac- Read / write
tings) stream can be entered here. This name is displayed in ters>
the transmitter overview and, in the case of n+1 systems,
in the automatic transmitter switchover function.

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"Settings" parameters

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Mute on Input Fail (Input Used to determine whether the output signal of the No, Yes Read / write
Control of Input 1 / Input exciter is to be shut down if the input signal of all available
2) inputs fails, or whether "null packets" are to be sent. This
switch is available in multiple‑frequency networks (MFN)
only. In single‑frequency networks (SFN), the exciter will
always mute if no decodable input signal is fed.

Input Fail Delay (Input Used to set the length of the checkout time which must 0 s to 600 s Read / write
Control of Input 1 / Input expire after detection of an input signal fault before the
2) exciter displays a fault. If a short checkout time is set, the
system can quickly switch over to a standby exciter if all
input signals of the exciter fail. If a long checkout time is
set, there will be enough time in the event of a fault to
switch to an alternative feed path so that the exciter is
prevented from switching over to a redundancy compo-
nent.

Force Exciter Change- Used to determine whether switchover to another redun- No (Create Read / write
over (On loss Of Input dant exciter is to take place if the input signal fails. This Warning),
Signal) function is available for all redundancy systems (dual Yes (Create
drive, backup exciter and n+1).In the "Yes" position, an Fault)
exciter fault is signaled to the higher‑level redundancy
control unit which decides whether to switch over to
another exciter or transmitter. In the "No" position, no
switchover takes place.

"Task View Config" parameters

"Device View" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Task View" > "Configure Inputs" > "Config"

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Logical Input 1/2 Used to configure the input interfaces used for two Variable Maintenance
inputs, independently of each other. To test the "seam-
less switching" function, it is possible to select the same
input interface for both inputs. The selection options for
the data sources are determined by the installed input
interfaces and option keys.

Multiplex 1/2 Name A name for the multiplex contained in the transport Maintenance
stream can be entered here. This name is displayed in
the transmitter overview and, in the case of N+1 systems,
in the automatic transmitter switchover function.

Monitor Out For measuring purposes, any input signal can be Maintenance
switched to the TS Monitor-Out socket (X22). The selec-
tion options for the data sources are determined by the
installed input interfaces and option keys.

IP MUX 1/2 Indicates whether a valid data stream is being fed to the Stream OK, Query
transmitter via the IP feed. If a fault is indicated, check No Stream
the settings of the IP stream and the Ethernet interface.

"Task View TS Feed" parameters

"Device View" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Task View" > "Configure Inputs" > "TS Feed"
or: "Device View" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Input 1 | 2" > "Transport Stream"

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

TS 1/2 Type Used to set the data format for the data streams at X20 Auto, ASI, Maintenance
and X21. SMPTE
● Auto: The data format is detected automatically
● ASI: Manual setting for an ASI transport stream
● SMPTE: Manual setting for an SMPTE transport
stream

Gross Datarate Indicates the total data rate on the IP feed. Read only

Stream Status Indicates whether a valid serial data stream is being fed Ok, No Read only
to the transmitter via the TS1/2 IN sockets (X20/X21). If Stream
a fault is displayed here, first check the setting of the TS
type (ASI/SMPTE).

Packet Length Indicates the detected packet length of the transport Read only
stream.

MIP/IIP/TCP+DB Depending on the selected TV standard, this indicates Read only

whether additional information for operation in single‑fre-
quency networks (SFN) is present in the data stream.

"Settings" parameters
"Device View" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter A | B" > "Input 1 | 2" > "Settings"

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Mute (on Input Fail) Used to define the operating behavior when the active No, Yes Maintenance
input fails. This parameter is available in MFN mode only.
● No – In this mode, the output signal is not sup-
pressed if the active input fails. Null packets are
output instead.
● Yes – If the active input fails, the output signal is
suppressed.

Input Fail Delay Used to set a delay time which must elapse following an 0 s to 600 s Maintenance
input signal failure before the output signal is suppressed
and a sum fault is generated.

Force Exciter Change- Used to determine whether switchover to another redun- Yes, No Maintenance
over dant exciter is to take place if the input signal fails. This
function is available for all redundancy systems (dual
drive, backup exciter and N+1).
● Yes – In the "Yes" position, an exciter fault is sig-
naled to the higher‑level redundancy control unit
which decides whether to switch over to another
exciter or transmitter.
● No – In the "No" position, no switchover takes place.

4.3.3.2 Input Signal Switchover

The R&S®TCE900 in the R&S®TCE900 exciter configuration has an automatic switch-

over function which, in the event of a signal failure at one logical input, switches over to
the other logical input (provided that a valid input signal is available at the other logical
input). Before a failure occurs, the preselected input is active. The way in which this
automatic switchover function operates is determined by the following factors:

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Automatic input switchover ON/OFF

If automatic switchover is OFF, the preselected input remains active even if the input
signal fails.If automatic switchover is ON and there is a failure at the (preselected) input,
switchover to the standby input takes place.

Input priority (Preferred Input = Logical Input 1/2)

Following switchover of the priority logical input to the standby input, the automatic sys-
tem switches back to this priority input as soon as a signal returns. All switchover oper-
ations are delayed for the set delay times. If the signal fails at both the main input and
the standby input, the priority input remains active.

Inputs with equal priority (Preferred Input = none)

Following switchover of the active logical input, the second input with the same priority
remains active until the input signal fails on this input also. The automatic system switches
back to the preselected input, but only if a signal is present on it once again (and if "Switch
to" is set to "reserve & back"). All switchover operations are delayed for the set delay
times.

Selecting this operating mode minimizes the number of switchover operations and, in
certain cases, the number of breaks in transmission.

Direction of switchover (Switch to)

The "to reserve and back" switch position enables switchover in both directions, i.e. to
and from the standby input, depending on which of the two logical inputs is currently faulty.
The "reserve" switch position ensures that switchover takes place once only. Following
switchover, the automatic system switches to "switched" and the "Active" indicator dis-
appears.
Switchback to the preselected input takes place when the active input is switched over
by pressing the input selector switch (Selector) and then selecting the preselected input.

If the switch is set to "reserve", the switchback to the preselected input is suppressed.

Seamless switching
The automatic input signal switchover function has an operating mode which permits
seamless switching between two inputs. Seamless switching is activated using the
"Seamless" switch. If seamless switching is possible, the switchover always takes place
immediately, irrespective of the set guard times. Seamless switching is available without
restriction for operation in single‑frequency networks (SFN). For operation in MFNs, it is
necessary to set the maximum expected delay time between the two signal feeds. The
signal which arrives earlier is delayed by the set time and the signal which arrives later
is adjusted to the earlier signal. The currently measured delay between the two inputs is
displayed to provide an adjustment aid. In SFN and MFN mode, signals can be fed via
two different media (e.g. ASI and IP).

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Manual switchover between inputs

Manual switchover is possible when the automatic input signal switchover function is both
on and off.
● Switchover with automatic input signal switchover OFF
The input can be switched over in the "Home" > "Transmitter" > "Exciter" menu by
pressing the input selector switch ("Selector") and then selecting the desired input
"Selected Input".
● Switchover with automatic input signal switchover ON
The input can be switched over in the "Home" > "Transmitter" > "Exciter" menu by
pressing the input selector switch ("Selector") and then selecting the desired input
"Selected Input" if the two inputs are configured with equal priority (Preferred Input =
None).
If one of the inputs is configured as having priority, switchover is performed by chang-
ing the priority input "Preferred Input" in the same menu.

"Automatic input signal switchover" parameters

GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Automatic (State) Indicates the state of the automatic input signal switchover function. Off, Active, Read only
● Off: Changed
The automatic switchover function is switched off.
● Active:
The automatic switchover function is ready to switch the currently
active input over to the input currently not in use as soon as the input
signal of the currently active input fails.
● Changed:
The automatic switchover function has switched over from the pre-
ferred input to the standby input. "Changed" is only displayed if
switchback is not permitted. ("Switch to" = reserve)

Seamless Switch- Indicates whether seamless switching of the input signal is possible. not Possible, Pos- Read only
ing "Not Possible" appears if only one input signal is fed, if two different data sible
streams are present at the two inputs or if in MFN mode the set "Max
Delay between Inputs" is not sufficient to align the two signals with each
other. If seamless switching is possible, it always takes place immedi-
ately when required, regardless of whether a "Guard Time to Reserve"
or "Guard Time Back" has been set.

Automatic Activates automatic switchover of the input signal to the standby input if Off, On Operation
the preferred input fails.

Preferred Input Used to select the preferred input which the automatic input signal Input 1, Input 2, Operation
switchover function should use whenever possible. None

Selected Input Used to select the active input to be used when the automatic input signal Input 1, Input 2 Operation
switchover function is off. If the automatic switchover function is on, the
input can be switched over using this switch if Preferred Input is set to
"No Preference" or a switchover to the standby input has taken place.
Switchover of the input is otherwise performed using the "Preferred
Input" switch.

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GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Switch to Used to set the operational response of the automatic switchover func- Reserve Only, Maintenance
tion. Reserve & Back
● "To Reserve Only":
The automatic switchover function switches over once from the pre-
ferred input to the standby input and then assumes the "not ready"
state". Switching the active input over manually to the preferred
input reactivates the automatic switchover function.
● "To Reserve and Back":
Following successful switchover to the standby input, the automatic
switchover function can also switch back automatically if the signal
at the standby input fails.

Guard Time to Used to set a guard time which must elapse before the automatic switch- Maintenance
Reserve over function switches over to the standby input if the input signal at the
preferred input fails. The set guard time has no effect if seamless switch-
ing is possible. In this case, the switchover always takes place immedi-
ately without interruption (i.e. seamlessly).

Guard Time Back Used to set a guard time which must elapse before the automatic switch- Maintenance
over function switches back to the preferred input if the input signal at
the standby input fails. If seamless switching is possible, switchover
always takes place immediately without interruption regardless of the set
guard time. If "to Reserve Only" was selected as the "Direction", the set
guard time has no effect.

If Reserve Fails Used to determine whether the signal at the standby input is to be moni- Do Not Show Maintenance
tored. Warning, Show
● If the transmitter is operated with only one input signal or the standby Warning
input is connected only temporarily, "Do Not Show Warning" must
be selected.
● If two redundant input signals are normally supplied to the transmit-
ter, "Show Warning" must be selected.

4.3.4 Controlling Time of Transmission in Single-Frequency Networks

(SFN)

For operation in single-frequency networks (SFN), the R&S®TCE900 exciter has a func-
tion which allows the time at which the signal is transmitted to be controlled. In the SFN,
time synchronization of all exciters in the network is performed using a seconds pulse
(PPS), which is generally obtained at the exciter site via GPS satellites.

Controlling time of transmission

Control of the time of transmission is switched on and off in the "Device View (Home)" >
"Transmitter" > "Exciter" > "SFN Regulation" menu ("Time Synchronization" tab) by
means of the "SFN Sync" switch (On (SFN) / Off (MFN)). This function can only be used
if the exciter has a time reference (exception: ISDB‑T Static SFN). The following options
are available:
● Feed of an external PPS signal (pulse per second)
● Use of an integrated GPS receiver (requires option key)
If the time reference fails during operation, the exciter can revert to its integrated fre-
quency control function (see the chapter "Frequency Control") and calculate a highly

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precise PPS internally. To do so, the exciter only needs to be able to synchronize with a
PPS once for a few seconds after it has started.
If the time and frequency reference fail at the same time, Holdover Mode becomes active.
In this operating mode, the accuracy of "time of transmission" control depends on the
frequency stability of the integrated, temperature‑stabilized 10 MHz crystal oscillator
(OXCO).
Since, in Holdover Mode, calculation of the time of transmission becomes increasingly
inaccurate over time, the output signal of the exciter can be switched off after a configu-
rable Guard Time.

Special points with ISDB‑T

With ISDB‑T, three different operating modes are supported.

● Dynamic SFN
The time of transmission of the signal for all transmitters in a single‑frequency network
(SFN) is controlled relative to a common seconds pulse.
● Static SFN
The time of transmission of the signal is set statically for each individual transmitter.
The delay time on the feed path must be constant.
● Auto
The operating mode (Dynamic SFN or Static SFN) is set automatically using trans-
mitter‑specific information in the IIP (ISDB‑T Information Packet).

Special points with ATSC

With ATSC, up to three different synchronization types are supported. The respective
synchronization type must be enabled by means of a corresponding software option.
● R&S Mobile
If mobile content is transmitted and a R&S®AEM100 Emission Mux/SFN inserter is
used, the "RSMobile" synchronization type must be selected.
● R&S A53
If normal content is transmitted and a R&S®AEM100 Emission Mux/SFN inserter is
used, the "RSA53" synchronization type must be selected.
● A/110
In the case of the standard‑conforming SFN synchronization corresponding to ATSC
A/110B, the "A/110" synchronization type must be selected. It contains a compatible
expansion to allow use of Mobile DTV.
With the synchronization types "R&S Mobile" and "A/110", a distinction is also made as
to whether the time of transmission is to be synchronized primarily using data from the
TCP information or using data from the dummy bytes.

Setting and display of time of transmission

In the "Device View (Home)" > "Transmitter" > "Exciter" menu ("SFN Delay" tab), the time
of transmission is displayed relative to the reference time.
The time of transmission can be adapted individually by setting an additional static delay.
The following delays occur:

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● Maximum Delay
Time taken for the signal to travel from the playout center (MIP inserter) to the transmit
antenna for regular transmission. This delay is set in the SFN adapter and is the
default for all transmitters of the SFN.
● Network Delay
Time taken for the signal to travel from the playout center (SFN adapter) to the input
of the exciter. With IP feed, the time for forward error correction (FEC) and packet
reordering is added to the Network Delay. This delay depends on the used trans-
mission path. (Not available for DVB‑T2)
● Processing Delay
Minimum transit time of the signal through the exciter. This delay depends on the set
transmission parameters.
● Dynamic Delay
Period of time by which signal processing is delayed artificially in order to achieve
the desired time of transmission.
● Total Delay
Actual transit time of the signal through the exciter. This time is the sum of Processing
Delay plus Dynamic Delay.
● Static Delay Offset
Positive or negative offset (set manually for the individual transmitter site) of the time
of transmission relative to the regular time of transmission preset under Maximum
Delay. The Static Delay Offset is used to compensate differences between transmis-
sion systems from different manufacturers.
● Tx Offset Delay (only for DVB‑T, ISDB‑T)
Positive or negative offset (transferred in the data stream for the individual transmitter
site) of the time of transmission relative to the regular time of transmission preset
under Maximum Delay.
If Static Delay and Tx Offset Delay are present at the same time, their effect is added
together.
● Dispatch Time (for ATSC, DVB-T, ISDB-T only)
This is the actual time of transmission. It is the network‑wide Maximum Delay plus
the transmitter‑specific Time Offsets.

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Fig. 4-3: Delays in SFN

1 = Time of signal feed (MIP inserter)

2 = Signal feed at exciter (Ts x IN)
3 = Regular time of transmission of station (Tx)
4 = Individually corrected time of transmission of station (Dispatch Time)

*Network Delay and Maximum Delay not available with DVB‑T2

4.3.4.1 Settings

"Time Synchronization" parameters

● Path: "Device View (Home)" > "Tx<n > " > "Exciter A | B" >"SFN Regulation" > "Time
Synchronization"

GUI name Description Value range Value access

Source The suitable signal source for synchronizing the time of External Maintenance
transmission can be selected in this list. PPS, Internal
GPS

Ext. PPS Indicates whether a seconds pulse is present at the No Signal, Read only
1PPS_IN socket (X23) at the TCE. Inaccurate,
OK

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GUI name Description Value range Value access

Int. GPS PPS Indicates whether the integrated GPS receiver is return- No Signal, Read only
ing a stable seconds pulse (PPS). This function must Inaccurate,
have been enabled by installing an option key in the TCE. OK

SFN Sync Used to activate time synchronization. On (SFN), Off Maintenance

● Off (MFN): The time of transmission is not control- (MFN)
led.
● On(SFN): The time of transmission of a symbol is
the same for all the transmitters of a single‑fre-
quency network (SFN).

SFN Sync Mode Used to define the type of time synchronization. This RSMobile, Maintenance
switch is available only in the ATSC standard and after RSA53, A/
the appropriate software options have been enabled. 110
● RSMobile: For transmitting mobile content and
when using a R&S®AEM100 Emission Mux/SFN
inserter.
● RSA53: When transmitting normal content and
when using a R&S®AEM100 Emission Mux/SFN
inserter.
● A/110: For standard‑conforming SFN synchroniza-
tion corresponding to ATSC A/110B. It contains a
compatible expansion to allow use of Mobile DTV.
With the synchronization types "R&S Mobile" and "A/
110", a distinction can also be made as to whether the
time of transmission is to be synchronized primarily using
data from the TCP information or using data from the
dummy bytes.

PPS State Indicates whether the internally formed PPS is OK, Hold- Read only
phase‑synchronized with the frequency control. over, Hold-
● OK: The PPS is phase‑synchronized with the fre- over expired,
quency control. Missing
● Holdover: The PPS and the reference frequency of
the frequency control have failed. Time synchroni-
zation is now performed with the accuracy of the
integrated crystal oscillator (OCXO).
● Holdover Expired: The maximum time for which the
transmitter is permitted to remain in holdover mode
has expired (see the Frequency Control menu).
● Missing: No PPS signal has been detected since the
TCE900 exciter was last started.
If "OK" is not displayed, the signal source of the fre-
quency control must be checked.

Max. Deviation Used to select the maximum permitted deviation of the 0 µs to 100 μs Read only
time of transmission relative to the internally controlled
reference frequency. If the set value is exceeded, the
absolute time of transmission is recalculated. This cau-
ses a brief signal failure (mute).

SFN State Indicates whether or not the fed signal can be transmitted SFN Resync, Read only
in a time‑synchronous manner. If the "No Time Refer- No Time
ence" fault message is displayed, the reference feed of Information,
the Time Synchronization and the Frequency Regulation No Time Ref-
must be checked. If the "No Time Information" fault mes- erence, SFN
sage is displayed, it must be checked whether the control Resync, In
information for the time of transmission is contained in Time
the data stream. (See the "Input" menu.)

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"SFN Delay" parameters

● Path: "Device View (Home)" > "Tx<n > " > "Exciter A | B" >"SFN Regulation" > "SFN
Delay"

GUI name Description Value range Value access

Maximum Delay Time taken for the signal to travel from the playout center 0 s to 1 s Read only
to the transmit antenna for regular transmission. This
delay is set at the SFN adapter and is the default for all
transmitters of the dynamic SFN.

Network Delay Time taken for the signal to travel from the playout center 0 s to 1 s Read only
to the input of the signal processing unit. This delay
depends on the used transmission path. If an IP feed is
used, the FEC processing time is a component of the
Network Delay (not available for DVB‑T2).

Processing Time Indicates the internal transit time for signal processing in 0 s to 1 s Read only
the exciter. It depends on the set modulation parameters.

Dynamic Delay Indicates the signal delay controlled by the SFN (sin- 0 s to 1 s Read only
gle‑frequency network) synchronization which is
required in order to meet the desired time of transmission
exactly. The displayed value contains the set Static
Delay Offset as well as the Tx Time Offset (if available).

Total Delay Indicates the total transit time of the signal through the 0 s to 1 s Read only
transmitter. It is the sum of Processing Delay plus
Dynamic Delay.

Static Delay Offset Positive or negative offset (set manually for the individual 0 s to 1 s Maintenance
transmitter site) of the time of transmission relative to the
regular time of transmission preset under Maximum
Delay. The Static Delay is used to compensate differen-
ces between transmission systems from different manu-
facturers.

Tx Offset Delay Positive or negative offset (transferred in the MIP 0 s to 1 s Read only
(DVB‑T) or in the IIP (ISDB‑T) for the individual transmit-
ter site) of the time of transmission relative to the regular
time of transmission preset under Maximum Delay. This
delay can only be displayed and activated if the Tx auto-
matic function (DVB‑T) or equipment control (ISDB‑T)
has been activated. If Tx Offset Delay and Static Delay
are active at the same time, their effect is added together.

Dispatch Time Time from the point at which the signal leaves the playout 0 s to 1 s Read only
center until its actual transmission at the transmit
antenna. This delay corresponds to the Maximum Delay
(compulsory for all transmitters in an SFN) plus Static
Delay Offset plus Tx Time Offset (if available).

4.3.5 Using Frequency Control

The R&S®TCE900 in the TCE900 exciter configuration has a transmit frequency control
function.
Depending on the accuracy and stability requirements, one of two operating modes can
be selected for the transmitter.

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● Free‑wheeling mode
Here the transmit frequency is formed from a temperature‑stabilized 10 MHz crystal
oscillator (OXCO).
The frequency stability is sufficient for continuous operation in multiple frequency
networks (MFN).
● Operation with reference frequency
Here the transit frequency is stabilized by means of a reference frequency. The fol-
lowing options are available:
– External 10 MHz reference frequency
– External PPS (pulse per second)
– Built‑in GPS receiver (requires option key)
The frequency stability and frequency accuracy which can be achieved in this way
fulfill the increased requirements for operation of the transmitter in single‑frequency
networks. If several reference signals are available at the same time, automatic
selection of the most suitable reference frequency is possible.
If the reference signal fails, the transmitter switches over to Holdover Mode and frequency
control operates with the accuracy of the temperature‑stabilized 10 MHz crystal oscillator
(OXCO).
Since, in Holdover Mode, frequency control becomes increasingly inaccurate over time,
the output signal of the exciter can be switched off after a configurable Guard Time.
In the case of reference signals with major fluctuations (jitter), e.g. with non‑controlled
external GPS receivers, a jitter correction function can be activated.
For measuring purposes, the used reference signal or one of the reference signals pro-
cessed internally in the exciter can be output via the Monitor-Out socket (X24).

"Frequency Regulation" parameters

● Path:"Device View (Home)" > "Tx<n>" > "Exciter" > "Frequency Regulation" > Tab
"Frequency Regulation"

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Source The suitable signal source for the frequency reference Manual, Read only
can be either detected automatically or preselected in external
this list. If multiple signal sources are connected simul- 5MHz, exter-
taneously for "Auto", the external reference is selected in nal 10MHz,
preference to the internal GPS. With "Manual", the inter- external PPS,
nal crystal oscillator (OCXO) is calibrated manually and GPS, Auto
the transmitter can be operated completely without an
external reference source (not suitable for single‑fre-
quency networks).

Current Source Indicates the signal source currently used for frequency Manual, Read only
control. External
5MHz, Exter-
nal 10MHz,
External
PPS, internal
GPS

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Ext Reference Indicates whether a reference signal is present at the No Signal, Read only
REF_IN socket (X64) at the TCE. Inaccurate,
OK

Ext PPS Indicates whether a seconds pulse is present at the No Signal, Read only
1PPS_IN socket (X23) at the TCE. Inaccurate,
OK

Int. GPS PPS Indicates whether the integrated GPS receiver is return- No Signal, Read only
ing a stable seconds pulse (PPS). This function must Inaccurate,
have been enabled by installing an option key in the TCE. OK

Reference Indicates the state of the reference used. In single‑fre- Fault, Warn- Read only
quency networks, a failure of the reference can cause a ing, OK
malfunction and thus lead to switchover of the exciter.

Freq. Stability Indicates the frequency accuracy of the regulator. The Unknown, Read only
highest possible accuracy ("Excellent") is only reached Inaccurate,
at least 24 hours after switching on the exciter. This Good, Excel-
ensures that if the reference fails, there are no faults in lent
single‑frequency networks before the guard time runs
out.

Jitter Correction When using an external reference source with high jitter, On, Off Maintenance
activating this function can provide better frequency sta-
bility. With "Good" reference signals, this function should
be disabled as the regulator takes significantly longer to
attain its maximum frequency stability. When the internal
GPS is used, this function is enabled automatically.

Manual OCXO Adjust Enables manual adjustment of the internal crystal oscil- 0 to 65535 Maintenance
lator. To allow this, a frequency counter which is
synchronized via a highly accurate reference must be
connected via the monitor output.

On Ref. Fail Mute Used to define the behavior if the reference source fails. Never, at Maintenance
● "Never": Muting never takes place. This causes Startup, After
faults in single‑frequency networks, especially after Guard Time
power failures.
● "At Startup": After a power failure, muting takes
place until the regulator is synchronized. If the ref-
erence fails, the transmitter will continue running as
long as possible.
● "After Guard Time": Muting takes place not only
after power failures, but also after failure of the ref-
erence and expiry of the set Guard Time.

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Guard Time This value defines for how many hours the signal pro- 0 to 24 hours Maintenance
cessing should continue running without synchronization
if the reference connection fails. The Guard Time is
active only if the "Freq Stability" was "Good" at the time
of the failure. The longer the time selected is, the poorer
the accuracy of the transmitting frequency will become.
In addition, the time of transmission of the signal shifts.
If this uses up the guard interval, reception problems
occur in single‑frequency networks.

Monitor Out Used to select the signal to be output at the Monitor Out Off, 5 MHz, Operation
socket (X24). 10 MHz, 1
PPS, GPS,
Current
Source

4.3.6 Precorrection

Each TCE900 exciter is equipped with an adaptive precorrector that continuously com-
pensates for nonlinear distortion of the amplifiers and linear distortions of the output filter.
As a result, in both cases a high‑quality signal is present at the output of the transmitter.

Adaptive nonlinear precorrection

For adaptive nonlinear precorrection, enter a minimum shoulder distance that must not
be undershot. The precorrector will calculate a new precorrection curve as soon as a
shoulder distance below the set value is measured.
The adaptive precorrection can be stopped if necessary (Adaptive Predistortion = Stop).
The current precorrection curve remains in effect.
For measuring purposes, the adaptive nonlinear precorrector can be bypassed (Adaptive
Predistortion = Bypass) so that the TCE900 exciter returns an undistorted signal at its
RF output.
The precorrector can be restarted manually (Reset), making it possible to calculate a
better precorrection curve, even if the shoulder distance has not yet been undershot. The
current precorrection is lost as a result.

Adaptive linear precorrection

With adaptive linear precorrection, limit values for amplitude (Amplitude Ripple) and
group delay (Group Delay Ripple) must be set. The precorrector will calculate a new
precorrection curve as soon as the limit values are exceeded.
The adaptive precorrection can be stopped if necessary (Adaptive Predistortion = Stop).
The current precorrection curve remains in effect.
For measuring purposes, the adaptive linear precorrector can be bypassed (Adaptive
Predistortion = Bypass) so that the TCE900 exciter returns an undistorted signal at its
RF output.

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The precorrector can be restarted manually (Reset), making it possible to calculate a

better precorrection curve, even if the shoulder distance has not yet been undershot. The
current precorrection is lost as a result.

The adaptive adjustment of nonlinear precorrection is not available for analog TV stand-
ards.

Crest factor reduction

Available as an option for all COFDM standards
The crest factor feature provides the possibility of improving the signal parameters "MER"
and "Shoulder Distance" separately. Additionally, the signal can be improved and the DC
supply voltage reduced at the amplifier to increase efficiency; this simultaneously reduces
the crest factor of the transmitter.

Sound phase shifter

Only available for analog TV standards
The sound phase shifter modifies the phase of the sound subcarrier as a function of the
low-frequency modulation of the picture signal.
When the sound phase shifter is switched on, its characteristic curve is determined using
two onset points.
The reference for setting the position is initially a value of 37.5 % for the back porch.
Smaller values are in the range of the sync pulse; a value of 15 % corresponds to a
sync‑pulse amplitude of 300 mV. Larger values are in the picture range; a value of 90 %
corresponds to a picture amplitude of 700 mV.
An additional condition is that the setting for onset point 1 must always be greater than
that of onset point 2. The sharpness of the two onset points is determined by the slope
of the characteristic curve at these points. The magnitude of the setting determines the
magnitude of the phase shift, whereby a setting of 50 % specifies the maximum value.
The sign of the setting value determines whether the phase is shifted in the positive or
negative direction.
When the characteristic curve is calculated, it is divided into three linear areas by the two
onset points.
No phase shift takes place for modulation of the picture signal in the area between the
two onset points, i.e. a correction phase of 0° is set.
A correction phase unequal to 0° is set in the case of picture signal modulation that is
greater than the position of onset point 1. The characteristic curve in this area begins with
a correction phase of 0°, with modulation corresponding to the position of onset point 1,
and increases linearly up to the maximum phase set with slope 1, with 100 % modulation
of the picture signal.
Similarly, a correction phase unequal to 0° is also set in the case of picture signal mod-
ulation that is smaller than the position of onset point 2. The characteristic curve in this
area begins with a correction phase of 0°, with modulation corresponding to the position

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of onset point 2, and increases linearly up to the maximum phase set with slope 2, with
0 % modulation of the picture signal.

"Settings" parameters

● Path:Device View (Home) > Transmitter > Exciter > Pre-Correction > Settings

Name Description Value range Access right

Adaptive Precor- The nonlinear precorrector is used to compensate amplifier faults. The Bypass, Stop, Maintenance
rection (non Lin- quality of precorrection affects the shoulder distance of the output signal. Run
ear) The setting can be changed here.
● Bypass
The nonlinear precorrector is deactivated. The signal is not modified
inside the exciter.
● Stop
Adaptive precorrection is deactivated. The correction curve that
was determined last is active inside the exciter.
● Run
Digital TV standards only:The adaptive precorrector is active. The
best possible precorrection curve to compensate amplitude and
phase errors of the amplifiers is determined continuously.
Analog TV standards only:The automatic precorrector is active.
The best possible precorrection curve to compensate amplitude
and phase errors of the amplifiers is determined once.The precor-
rector then enters "Stop" mode. The program is interrupted during
precorrection.
In certain situations, it may be advisable to have a suitable precorrection
curve determined automatically first and then to switch adaptive precor-
rection to "Stop" so that the found precorrection curve can no longer
change.
Calculation of a new precorrection curve can be forced by performing a
reset.

Input Level (non Indicates whether the level of the input signal is sufficient. "No Input" Ok, too Low, too Read only
Linear) appears if the transmitter is off or if the connection to the RF test point High, No Input
is interrupted.

Shoulder Distance Indicates the minimum shoulder distance that is to be achieved by the 30 dB to 45 dB Maintenance
(non Linear) adaptive nonlinear precorrector.
The setting can be changed here.
The precorrector will calculate a new precorrection curve as soon as a
shoulder distance below the set value is measured.

Signal Limiter (non Limits the signal at the input of the nonlinear precorrector. 6 dB to 12 dB Maintenance
Linear) The setting can be changed here.

Shoulder Left (non Indicates the shoulder distance attained by the circuit for automatic Read only
Linear) switchover, measured in the left part of the signal spectrum.

Shoulder Right Indicates the shoulder distance attained by the circuit for automatic Read only
(non Linear) switchover, measured in the right part of the signal spectrum.

Status (non Lin- Indicates the status of the nonlinear precorrector. Idle, Acquisition, Read only
ear) ● Idle Calculation
The precorrector is not active.
● Acquisition
The precorrector is currently recording new measurement values.
● Calculation
The precorrector is currently calculating a new precorrection curve.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Reset (non Linear) Resets the precorrection. If the precorrector is in "run" mode, a new pre- Maintenance
correction curve is calculated.

Adaptive Precor- The linear precorrector is used to compensate output filter faults. The Bypass, Stop, Maintenance
rection (Linear) quality of precorrection affects the amplitude and group delay ripple of Run
the output signal.
The setting can be changed here.
● Bypass
The linear precorrector is deactivated. The signal is not modified
inside the exciter.
● Stop
Adaptive precorrection is deactivated. The correction curve that
was determined last is active inside the exciter.
● Run
Digital TV standards only:The adaptive precorrector is active. The
best possible precorrection curve to compensate amplitude and
group delay errors caused by the output filter is determined contin-
uously.
Analog TV standards only:The automatic precorrector is active.
The best possible precorrection curve to compensate amplitude
and group delay errors caused by the output filter is determined
once.The precorrector then enters "Stop" mode. The program is
interrupted during precorrection.
In certain situations, it may be advisable to have a suitable precorrection
curve determined automatically first and then to switch adaptive precor-
rection to "Stop" so that the found precorrection curve can no longer
change.

Input Level (Lin- Indicates whether the level of the input signal is sufficient. "No Input" Ok, too Low, too Read only
ear) appears if the transmitter is off. High, No Input

Amplitude Ripple Indicates the desired maximum amplitude ripple at the output of the filter. 0 dB to 2 dB Maintenance
Limit (Linear) If the circuit for automatic switchover is switched on, the precorrector
attempts to modify the signal to such an extent that the amplitude ripple
remains below the specified limit.
The setting can be changed here.

Amplitude Ripple Indicates the residual ripple in the amplitude frequency response Read only
(Linear) attained by the circuit for automatic switchover.

Group Delay Limit Indicates the desired maximum group delay ripple at the output of the 10 ns to 500 ns Maintenance
(Linear) filter. If the circuit for automatic switchover is switched on, the precor-
rector attempts to modify the signal to such an extent that the group delay
ripple remains below the specified limit.
The setting can be changed here.

Group Delay Rip- Indicates the residual ripple in the group delay attained by the circuit for Read only
ple (Linear) automatic switchover.

Status (Linear) Indicates the status of the linear precorrector. Idle, Acquisition, Read only
● Idle Calculation
The precorrector is not active.
● Acquisition
The precorrector is currently recording new measurement values.
● Calculation
The precorrector is currently calculating a new precorrection curve.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Slope (Linear) Indicates the asymmetry compensation caused by the RF cable used ‒1 dB to 1 dB Maintenance
between the RF test point downstream of the output filter and the input
of the linear precorrector.
The setting can be changed here.

Reset (Linear) Resets the precorrection. If the precorrector is in "run" mode, a new pre- Maintenance
correction curve is calculated.

"Crest Factor" parameters

Available as an option for all COFDM standards
● Path:Device View (Home) > Transmitter > Exciter > Pre-Correction > Crest Factor

Name Description Value range Access right

Reduction Activates manual crest factor reduction. This function is used to optimize Bypass, Manual Maintenance
the efficiency of the transmitter.
● Bypass
Crest factor reduction is deactivated.
● Manual
Activates manual crest factor reduction.

Crest Factor Used to set the crest factor of the exciter's output signal. Setting a low 7 dB to 15 dB Maintenance
crest factor allows the efficiency of the transmitter to be increased as a
result of the lower operating voltage of the amplifiers. This can lead to an
increase in intermodulation products outside the frequency band and to
a reduction in MER.

Inband Noise Increasing this value results in a lower crest factor. This, however, 10 % to 100 % Maintenance
reduces MER.

Outband Noise Increasing this value produces a lower crest factor; however, this results 0 % to 50 % Maintenance
in an increase in intermodulation products outside the frequency band.

"Advanced Precorrection" parameters

Available for analog TV standards
● Path:Device View (Home) > Transmitter > Exciter > Pre-Correction > Advanced Pre-
correction

Name Description Value range Access right

Test Signal (Non- Generates signals with different modulation in order to increase the video Black, Grey, Maintenance
linear Extension) S/N ratio using an external measuring instrument. Measurement of the White, Off
video S/N ratio and adjustment of the associated slopes allows the S/N
ratio to be optimized for various picture contents.

Black Slope (Non- Used to optimize the video S/N ratio at high levels. ‒50 % to 50 % Maintenance
linear Extension) The value can only be changed if the nonlinear precorrector is in
"Stop" mode and the test signal "Black" has been activated.

Grey Slope (Non- Used to optimize the video S/N ratio at medium levels. ‒50 % to 50 % Maintenance
linear Extension) The value can only be changed if the nonlinear precorrector is in
"Stop" mode and the test signal "Grey" has been activated.

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Name Description Value range Access right

White Slope Used to optimize the video S/N ratio at low levels. ‒50 % to 50 % Maintenance
(Nonlinear Exten- The value can only be changed if the nonlinear precorrector is in
sion) "Stop" mode and the test signal "White" has been activated.

Phase Correction Indicates whether the sound phase shifter for carrier 1 and carrier 2 is Off, On Maintenance
(FM Carrier 1/2) switched on.
The setting can be changed here.

Trigger Point 1/2 Indicates the position defined for the respective onset point of the phase 0 % to 100 % Maintenance
(FM Carrier 1/2) shifter (referenced to modulation of the picture signal).
The setting can be changed here.

Slope 1/2 (FM Indicates the value that has been set for the slope at the respective onset ‒50 % to 50 % Maintenance
Carrier 1/2) point of the phase shifter.
The setting can be changed here.

4.4 Cooling

4.4.1 Configuring Switching Thresholds (Pressure) and Flow Volumes

The switching thresholds (pressure) and flow volumes are configured in the following
way.

1. Using the menu bar, navigate to the following:

"Devices" > "Transmitter" > "Output Stage" > "Cooling"

2. Select the "Task View" button in the menu bar.

3. Select the "Setup Cooling" button.

4. The following parameters can be set:

a) for Design:
● Type:
● Heat Exchangers per Rack:
● Fans per Heat Exchanger:
b) for Coolant Temperature:
● Set Point Temperature:
● Outlet Temperature:
● Warning Limit:
● Fault Limit:
c) for Coolant Pressure:
● Pressure Warning Limit:
● Pressure Fault Limit:
● Extra Flow Rate:

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d) for Temperature and Noise Management:

● Max Fan Speed:
● If Temp Exceeds Warning Limit:
● If Temp Exceeds Warning Limit:

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Type A distinction must be made between the following types: R&S Cooling Configuration
● If the transmitter is connected to a 9000 series cooling sys- site Cooling
tem, select "R&S Cooling".
● If the transmitter is connected to an existing site cooling sys- 8000 Cooling
tem, use the "Site Cooling" setting. In this case, warning and
fault signaling lines which are routed to terminal x8000 of the
mains distribution board (MDB) are evaluated.

Heat Exchangers / Either 1 or 2 redundant heat exchangers can be used in each 1 or 2 Configuration
Rack rack. The set value affects fan monitoring and also the indicators
on the user interface.

Fans / Heat Exchanger Either 1 or 2 fans can be used for each heat exchanger. The set 0 to 2 Configuration
value affects fan monitoring and also the indicators on the user
interface.

Set Point Temperature At this temperature, the temperature control system will attempt 25 to 65 Configuration
to adjust the coolant temperature by changing the fan speed at
the heat exchangers. If the temperature drops below or exceeds
the control range, the actual coolant temperature can be higher
or lower.

Fault Limit (Coolant If the coolant temperature exceeds this value, a fault is triggered 50 to 65 Configuration
Temperature) and the rack is shut down. In n+1 systems, this event can lead to
switchover of the transmitter.

Warning Limit (Cool- If the coolant temperature exceeds this value, a warning is trig- 40 to 65 Configuration
ant Temperature) gered. The fault threshold is permanently set to 65 °C.

(Coolant Pressure) If the coolant pressure drops to this value or lower, a warning is 0 to 4 Configuration
Warning Limit triggered. Normally, this value should be set higher than the value
for the corresponding "Fault Limit".

(Coolant Pressure) If the coolant pressure drops to this value or lower, a fault is trig- 0 to 4 Configuration
Fault Limit gered. Normally, this value should be lower than the value for the
corresponding "Warning Limit".

Max Fan Speed If necessary, the maximum speed of the fans at the heat 50 to 100 Configuration
exchanger can be decreased in order to reduce noise. This can,
however, result in an increase in coolant temperature or even in
shutdown of the transmitter.

If Temperature If a speed limit has been activated for the fans, this switch can be Keep Fans Configuration
Exceeds Warning used to select how the cooling system is to respond if the warning Quiet
Limit (Fans) threshold for the return temperature is exceeded. 1=Rise Noise
● "Keep Fans Quiet" Level of Fans
The speed limit for the fans remains activated. The trans-
mitter is shut down when the fault threshold for the return
temperature is reached.
● "Rise Noise Level of Fans"
The set speed limit for the fans is deactivated and the fan
speed is automatically increased to max. 100 % of the nom-
inal speed.

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

If Temperature Automatic reduction of the output power can be performed in Keep Nominal Configuration
Exceeds Warning order to reduce the temperature level of cooling when the warning RF Power
Limit (RF) threshold is exceeded. In this case, the amplifiers are automati- Reduce RF
cally precorrected corresponding to their lower power. Power to 80%
Reduce RF
Power to 60%

Extra Flow Rate In addition to the minimum flow rate predetermined by the number 0 Configuration
of amplifiers, the flow can be increased in two stages if additional +10
components which require cooling (e.g. dummy load) are instal-
led. +20

Hide Pump Errors During registration of pumps on the pump bus, this switch can be Off Maintenance
used to hide fault messages which could otherwise cause the On
transmitter to shut down. This makes it possible to disconnect
pumps from the bus without interrupting operation.

Hide Fan Errors During registration of fans on the fan bus, this switch can be used Off Maintenance
to hide fault messages which could otherwise cause the trans- On
mitter to shut down. This makes it possible to disconnect fans
from the bus without interrupting operation. The switch acts on all
fans of an output stage.

Site Cooling Warning Warnings from the site cooling system are displayed here. This OK Read only
message only functions if the appropriate signals from the site Warning
cooling system are supplied via terminal x8000 of the mains dis-
tribution board (MDB).

Site Cooling Fault Faults at the site cooling system are displayed here. This mes- OK Read only
sage only functions if the appropriate signals from the site cooling Fault
system are supplied via terminal x8000 of the mains distribution
board (MDB).

Pump (State) Indicates whether the pump has been correctly registered on the Not Found Read only
pump communication bus by the transmitter control unit. Installed

Motor (State) Indicates whether the pump motor can run freely or is mechani- Blocked Read only
cally blocked. To rectify this fault, the pump must be disassem- OK
bled and checked for foreign objects.

Operating Hours Indicates how long the pump has been in operation. 0 to 999999 Read only
(Pump)

(Pump) Type Indicates the used pump type. The displayed type is identical to 40-100 Read only
the type specified on the type plate of the pump. 32-120
● The type "40-100" should be used for transmitters with up to
6 amplifiers.
● The type "32-120" should be used for transmitters with more
than 6 amplifiers.

Flow Indicates the currently measured flow through the pump. 0 to 200 Read only

Speed Indicates the currently measured speed of the pump motor. 0 to 100

Fan (State) Indicates whether the assigned fan is correctly registered on the not found Read only
fan communication bus. installed

(Fan)Motor Indicates whether the fan motor is ready for operation or is Blocked Read only
mechanically blocked. OK

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GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

(Fan)Supply If this message appears, the fan is disconnected from the power OK Read only
supply. Failure
Check the position of the maintenance switch on the pump unit
and also the fan circuit breakers in the mains distribution unit of
the rack.

Inlet Temp. Indicates the temperature of the coolant flowing into the trans- ‒30 to +90 Read only
mitter rack.

Outlet Temp. Indicates the temperature of the coolant flowing out of the trans- ‒30 to +90 Read only
mitter rack toward the heat exchanger. The temperature must not
exceed a maximum value of 65 °C.

Pressure Indicates the pressure of the coolant. With the pumps switched 0 to 6 Read only
off, this pressure can be slightly lower than when the pumps are
running. The correct pressure depends on the delivery head of
the pumps, the temperature of the coolant and the altitude of the
operating location.
Precise pressure tables can be found in the manual.

Antifreeze Used to define whether or not the fans at the heat exchanger are Off; On Configuration
to switch off if the temperature drops well below the specified
temperature. Off: The fans switch off. This setting is recommen-
ded in order to reduce the energy consumption of the cooling
system. On: The fans continue to run even at low outside tem-
peratures. This setting is recommended if the risk of fan seizure
due to freezing is to be reduced. Note: Even if antifreeze mode is
active, the condensation protection function of the transmitter will
still switch off the fans at an inlet temperature below approx.
+10 °C. The fans are designed in such a way that they are not
damaged if they seize up due to freezing.

Auto/On If the switch is set to "On", the cooling system is switched on irre- Cooling is Configuration
spective of whether or not the transmitter is on. This setting always On;
should only be used when putting the system into operation. If the Cooling is
switch is set to "Auto", the cooling system is switched on/off when switched on by
the transmitter is switched on/off. Parameter "On"

4.4.2 Configuring Pumps and Fans

The pumps and fans are configured in the following way.

For a standard cooling system with one transmitter rack and one pump unit, configuration
is performed automatically. Manual configuration is only necessary in the following cases:
● More than one rack
● More than one heat exchanger per rack

Configuring pumps

1. Under "Devices" > "Transmitter" > "Output Stage" > "Cooling", switch to the Task
View and navigate further to "Install Pumps".

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2. Follow the dialog step by step by connecting one pump after the other in the specified
sequence to the mains distribution board (MDB) on the rear of the transmitter rack.

Configuring fans

1. Under "Devices" > "Transmitter" > "Output Stage" > "Cooling", switch to the Task
View and navigate further to "Install Fans".

2. Follow the dialog step by step by connecting one fan after the other in the specified
sequence to the mains distribution board (MDB) on the rear of the transmitter rack.

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Displayed Rack Used to select the rack for which the cooling system is to variable Operation
be configured.

Type A distinction must be made between the following types: R&S Cooling, Configuration
● If the transmitter is connected to a 9000 series cool- Site Cooling,
ing system, select "R&S Cooling". 8000 Cooling
● If the transmitter is connected to an existing site
cooling system, use the "Site Cooling" setting. In this
case, warning and fault signaling lines which are
routed to terminal x8000 of the mains distribution
board (MDB) are evaluated.

Heat Exchangers / Rack Either 1 or 2 redundant heat exchangers can be used in 1 or 2 Configuration
each rack. The set value affects fan monitoring and also
the indicators on the user interface.

Fans / Heat Exchanger Either one or two fans can be used for each heat 0 to 2 Configuration
exchanger. The set value affects fan monitoring and also
the indicators on the user interface.

4.4.3 Status of Cooling System

Cooling status parameters

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Sensor for inlet temper- Indicates the status of the temperature sensor at the inlet Green: OK Read only
ature of the rack. If a fault is indicated, first check the connect- Red: Sensor
ing cable between the sensor and the cooling interface Fault
card in the TCE900 system control unit.

Sensor for outlet tem- Indicates the status of the temperature sensor at the out- Green: OK Read only
perature let of the rack. Red: Sensor
Fault

Sensor for coolant pres- Indicates the status of the pressure sensor. If a fault is Green: OK Read only
sure indicated, first check the connecting cable between the Red: Sensor
sensor and the cooling interface card in the TCE900 sys- Fault
tem control unit.

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Cooling

GUI name (external) Help text (English) Value range Value access

Status of coolant filter Indicates that the pump power is not sufficient to deliver Green: OK Read only
the required flow. With a correctly dimensioned and Yellow: Filter
installed cooling system, this only occurs if the coolant Warning
filter is blocked.

Sensor for overall status Indicates whether the temperature sensors and pressure Green: OK Read only
sensor are OK. A malfunction at the pressure sensor Yellow:
results in a fault; a malfunction at a temperature sensor Warning
results in a warning.
Red: Fault

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5 Task View Description

5.1 Basic Settings

The structure of the transmitter system is configured in the "Basic Setup" menu. Each
R&S®TCE900 is assigned its logical function together with the other R&S®TCE900 units,
the physical installation position of the individual R&S®TCE900 units is set and the dis-
tribution of transmitters and R&S®TCE900 units in the racks is described.
The basic settings are made for each R&S®TCE900 in the system and must be entered
in the specified sequence:
● Hardware equipment ("Boards" menu tab)
The hardware modules which each R&S®TCE900 contains and at which position
these modules are inserted in the R&S®TCE900 base unit must be configured for
each R&S®TCE900.
● Definition of the logical function
The task that each R&S®TCE900 is to fulfill in the system must be defined.
● Integration of the R&S®TCE900 in the transmitter system
Depending on their function, some R&S®TCE900 units require additional information
regarding:
– system variant (MultiTx, n+1)
– transmitter variant (Redundancy, Modulation, Amplifier Type)
– assignment to a transmitter (Tx Number, Exciter A/B)
● Physical structure of the transmitter system
Depending on their function, some R&S®TCE900 units require additional information
regarding:
– total number of transmitter racks
– number of racks per transmitter
● Physical installation location of the R&S®TCE900 units
Each R&S®TCE900 must be assigned the following:
– number of the rack in which the R&S®TCE900 is installed
– number of the installation slot within a rack
● Assignment of transmitters to racks ("Racks" menu tab)
Each R&S®TCE900 with the "Rack Control" function must be assigned those trans-
mitters which are installed in the racks that the "Rack Control" function monitors.

Changes to the basic settings only become effective when the R&S®TCE900 has been
restarted.
In the tables below, "?" means that it must be taken into consideration whether an air
cooling interface (ACIF) or a Tx interface is installed. See the detailed description of the
"Cooling Control" and "Rack Control" parameters in the table "Description of setting
values".

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Assignment of logical functions

Table 5-1: "Functions" for single-Tx systems (for TMU9 and TVU9 only)

Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Single drive

Exciter X X X ? ?

Backup drive

Exciter A X X X ? ?

Exciter B - X X - -

Dual drive

System Control X - - ? ?

Exciter A - X X - -

Exciter B - X X - -

Table 5-2: "Functions" for multi-Tx systems (<n> = 1 to 8)

Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Single drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter (Tx <n>) - X X - -

Dual drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter A (Tx <n>) - X X - -

Exciter B (Tx <n>) - X X - -

Table 5-3: "Functions" for N+1 systems (<n> = 1 to 8; TxB: <n> = 9)

Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Single drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter (Tx A<n>, Tx B) - X X - -

Rack Control (where - - - - X

applicable)

Dual drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter A (Tx A<n>, Tx B) - X X - -

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Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Exciter B (Tx A<n>, Tx B) - X X - -

Rack Control (where - - - - X

applicable)

Table 5-4: "Setup" for single-Tx systems (for TMU9 and TVU9 only)

Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Single drive

Exciter Single Tx/multi Tx A1 A Single drive 1

Backup drive

Exciter A Single Tx/multi Tx A1 A Backup drive 1

Exciter B - A1 B Backup drive 1

Dual drive

System Control Single Tx/multi Tx - - - 1

Exciter A - A1 A Dual drive -

Exciter B - A1 B Dual drive -

Table 5-5: "Setup" for multi-Tx systems (<n> = 1 to 8)

Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Single drive

System Control Single Tx/multi Tx - - - <n>

Exciter (Tx <n>) - A<n> A Single drive -

Dual drive

System Control Single Tx/multi Tx - - - <n>

Exciter A (Tx <n>) - A<n> A Dual drive -

Exciter B (Tx <n>) - A<n> B Dual drive -

Table 5-6: "Setup" for N+1 systems (<n> = 1 to 8; TxB <n> = 9)

Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Single drive

System Control N+1 - - <n>

Exciter (Tx A <n>, Tx B) - A<n> A Single drive -

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Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Rack Control (where appli- - - - -

cable)

Dual drive

System Control N+1 - - - <n>

Exciter A (Tx A <n>, Tx B) - A<n> A Dual drive -

Exciter B (Tx A <n>, Tx B) - A<n> B Dual drive -

Rack Control (where appli- - - - - -

cable)

Table 5-7: IP addresses for single-Tx systems (for TMU9 and TVU9 only)

Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Single drive

Exciter 192.168.58.100

Backup drive

Exciter A 192.168.58.11

Exciter B 192.168.58.12

Dual drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter A 192.168.58.11

Exciter B 192.168.58.12

Table 5-8: IP addresses for multi-Tx systems (<n> = 1 to 8)

Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Single drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter (Tx <n>) 192.168.58.<n>1

Dual drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter A (Tx <n>) 192.168.58.<n>1

Exciter B (Tx <n>) 192.168.58.<n>2

Table 5-9: IP addresses for N+1 systems (<n> = 1 to 8; TxB <n> = 9; <m> = 2 to 9, No. of Rack Controls)

Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Single drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

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Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Exciter (Tx A<n>, Tx B) 192.168.58.<n>1

Rack Control (where applicable) 192.168.58.10<m>

Dual drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter A (Tx A<n>, Tx B) 192.168.58.<n>1

Exciter B (Tx A<n>, Tx B) 192.168.58.<n>2

Rack Control (where applicable) 192.168.58.10<m>

Table 5-10: Description of setting values

Name Description Value range Access right

System Con- Set this check mark if this cassette of the R&S®TCE900 is Disabled, Configuration
trol to function as a system control unit. In this case, all remote Enabled
control interfaces and (if present) a R&S®TDU900 display
unit must be connected to this R&S®TCE900. This
R&S®TCE900 can also perform the function of the N+1
automatic system. In addition to functioning as a system
control unit, other functions can also be assigned to the
same R&S®TCE900 depending on the modules it contains.

Tx Control Set this check mark if this cassette of the R&S®TCE900 Disabled, Configuration
cassette is to function as a transmitter control unit. The Enabled
transmitter control unit contains, for example, the function
for monitoring the output power and an automatic exciter
switchover function (optional). In addition to functioning as
a transmitter control unit, other functions can also be
assigned to the same R&S®TCE900 depending on the
modules it contains. This function must always be activated
together with the "Exciter" function on the same
R&S®TCE900.

Exciter Set this check mark if this R&S®TCE900 cassette contains Disabled, Configuration
at least one coder board and one RF board. With a Enabled
R&S®TCE900 which is configured as an exciter, the "Tx
Control" function must be activated at the same time,
unless the R&S®TCE900 exciter is to be operated as a
stand‑alone instrument. In addition to functioning as an
exciter, other functions can also be assigned to the same
R&S®TCE900 depending on the modules it contains.

Cooling Con- Set this check mark if this R&S®TCE900 cassette contains Disabled, Configuration
trol at least one cooling interface. In addition to functioning as Enabled
a cooling control unit, other functions can also be assigned
to the same R&S®TCE900 depending on the modules it
contains. With THx9, the "Cooling Control" function must
always be activated together with the "Rack Control" func-
tion on the same R&S®TCE900. With TMx9, this function
can be activated irrespective of "Rack Control".

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Name Description Value range Access right

Rack Control Set this check mark if this R&S®TCE900 is to monitor rack Disabled, Configuration
components (e.g. overvoltage protection) or door contacts. Enabled
A "Tx Interface" module must be installed in the
R&S®TCE900. With most system configurations, the Rack
Control function is together with the System Control func-
tion on the same R&S®TCE900. The only exception are
multirack N+1 systems in which more than one Rack Con-
trol are installed. With THx9, the "Rack Control" function
must always be activated together with the "Cooling Con-
trol" function on the same R&S®TCE900.

System Var- Indicates whether the system is a single-Tx, multi-Tx or N Single/Mul- Configuration
iant +1 system. tiTx, n+1
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control"
function is active.

Tx Number Indicates the transmitter to which this R&S®TCE900 is Tx A1 to Tx A8 Configuration

assigned. + TxB
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

Exciter Indicates whether this R&S®TCE900 is to operate as Exc A, Exc B Configuration

exciter A or exciter B. The displayed value must correspond
to the cabling of the two exciters at the exciter switch.
Exciter A is shown in the case of single drive transmitters.
The setting can be changed here if the "Exciter" function is
active.

ParIO Indicates whether remote control has been activated by Off, 32/80, Configuration
means of parallel contacts. ParIO 32/80 corresponds to a 9/12
parallel remote‑control interface card with 32 inputs and 80
outputs. ParIO 9/12 corresponds to a parallel remote‑con-
trol interface card with 9 inputs and 12 outputs. Remote
control can be connected to a R&S®TCE900 with the Sys-
tem Control function. In the case of N+1 systems, it is also
possible to connect remote control to a R&S®TCE900 with
the Tx Control function, but certain restrictions will then
apply.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control" or
"Tx Control" function is active.

Redundancy Indicates which redundancy method is supported by this Single Drive, Configuration
transmitter. Dual Drive,
● Single Drive: Backup Drive
The transmitter contains one exciter.
● Dual Drive:
The transmitter contains two exciters. If the active
exciter fails, an automatic switchover function
switches the system over to the standby exciter.
● Only available with some system variants: Backup
Drive
The transmitter contains two exciters. If the active
exciter fails, an automatic switchover function
switches the system over to the standby exciter.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Transmitters Indicates how many transmitters the system contains. The 1 to 8 Configuration
B transmitter of an N+1 system is not included here.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control"
function is active.

Modulation Indicates the modulation mode of the exciter. An appropri- DVB-T2, Configuration
ate software option must additionally be installed for the DVB-T, ISDB-
displayed modulation mode. T, ATSC, ATV
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" or
"Exciter" function is active.

Rack Number Indicates the rack in which the R&S®TCE900 module is 1 to 18 Configuration
installed. The left-hand rack is assigned the number 1.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control",
"Tx Control" or "Exciter" function is active.

Amplifier Indicates whether the amplifiers are to be operated in Broadband, Configuration

Mode broadband or Doherty mode. To operate the amplifiers in Doherty
Doherty mode, the frequency ranges of the amplifiers must
be set to the transmit frequency. This display only applies
to amplifier types which support Doherty mode.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" or
"Exciter" function is active.

Amplifiers Indicates the total number of amplifiers per output stage of 1 to 24 Configuration
this transmitter. Whether the amplifiers are housed in one
or more racks is irrelevant. Up to 24 amplifiers per output
stage are supported.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

Amplifier Type Indicates the amplifier type used in the transmitter. PHU901, Configuration
● PHU901: PMU901,
High‑power amplifier, UHF, liquid‑cooled. PHU902,
● PMU901: PHV902,
Medium‑power amplifier, UHF, air‑cooled with Doh- PMV901
erty mode.
● PHU902:
High‑power amplifier, UHF, liquid‑cooled with Doherty
mode.
● PHV902:
High‑power amplifier, VHF, liquid‑cooled with Doherty
mode.
● PMV901:
Medium‑power amplifier, VHF, air‑cooled with Doherty
mode.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" or
"Exciter" function is active.

Slot Number Indicates the position at which the R&S®TCE900 is instal- 1 to 12 Configuration
led in the respective rack. In the THU9, position 1 is the left-
hand slot; in the TMU9, position 1 is the top slot.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control",
"Tx Control" or "Exciter" function is active.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Racks/Rack Indicates how many racks are monitored by this 1 or 2 Configuration

Control R&S®TCE900. Transmitters with more than 12 amplifiers
monitor 2 racks with one rack control. With all other trans-
mitters, this value must be set to 1.
The setting can be changed here if the "Rack Control" func-
tion is active.

Cooling Type Indicates the type of cooling system. Liquid, Air Configuration
The displayed value must be suitable for the amplifier type.
Further settings are made in the "Home" > "Cooling" >
"Task View" > "Setup Cooling" menu.

Racks/Sys- Indicates the total number of racks contained in the system. 1 to 18 Configuration
tem The setting can be changed here if the "System Control"
function is active.

Racks/Tx Indicates the number of racks that the transmitter consists 1 to 4 Configuration
of. This setting is only relevant for THU9 transmitters with
more than 12 amplifiers. In all other cases, the value 1 must
be set here.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

Number of Indicates the total number of rack controls which are active 1 to 9 Configuration
Rack Controls in the system.
The setting can be changed here if the "Rack Control" func-
tion is active.

Int. RF Sensor Indicates whether the internal RF test point of the amplifier Off, On Configuration
is to be used for measuring the transmit power.
The setting is only relevant for "Amplifier Type = PMU901".
The value "On" should be set if the transmitter consists of
exactly one amplifier and no CAN bus test point is installed
in the transmitter.
The setting can be changed here if the "Rack Control" func-
tion is active.

Configuration Indicates whether the selected combination of settings is OK, not Valid Read only
valid and non‑conflicting.
The setting can be changed here.

Reboot Reboots this R&S®TCE900. Changes to settings in this Configuration

and the other menu tabs of the Basic Config menu only
become effective after a reboot.

IP Address Used to set the IP address of the R&S®TCE900 for internal Configuration
(Local IP Set- communication with other R&S®TCE900 units in this sys-
tings) tem. When the system is supplied, the internal IP
addresses begin with 192.168.58. The last group of digits
differs according to the following rule:
● System Control: 100
● Tx Control + Exciter: 11/12 (= TxA1, Exciter A/B) to
81/82 (= TxA8, Exciter A/B); 91/92 (= TXB, Exciter A/
B)
● Rack Control (second rack): 101
The setting can be changed here.

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Parameters: Input Configuration

Name Description Value range Access right

IP Address Used to set the IP address of the TCE900 system control.

(Remote IP The settings depend on the network infrastructure.
Settings)

Slot Config Used to determine which module is contained in each Coder Board, Configuration
installation slot of the R&S®TCE900 unit. Basically, any RFBoard,
module can be inserted into any installation slot. The rack TxIf, Coolin-
cabling has, however, been optimized for installation of the gIf, LAN-
modules in the following slots: SwitchIf,
● Slot A (bottom left): RF board or Tx interface ATVIf, CIF,
● Slot B (top center): Cooling interface (CIF or ACIF) or ACIF
ATV interface
● Slot C (bottom center): Reserved for receiver module
● Slot CD (top right): Coder board or LAN switch
The setting can be changed here.

5.2 Parameters: Input Configuration

GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

Input Source Here, you can configure the input interfaces used for two inputs, inde- variable Maintenance
pendently of each other. To test the "seamless switching" function, it is
possible to select the same input interface for both inputs. The selection
options of the data sources are determined by the installed Input Interfa-
ces and option keys.

Multiplex Name Here, you can assign any desired name for the multiplex contained in this Maintenance
transport stream. This name is displayed in the transmitter overview and,
for n+1 systems, in the automatic transmitter.

Mute (on Input Here, you can configure the operating behavior when the active input No, Yes Maintenance
Fail) fails. This parameter is available in MFN operating mode only.
● No – In the operating mode, the output signal is not suppressed if
the active input fails. Null packets are output instead.
● Yes - If the active input fails, the output signal is suppressed.

Input Fail Delay Used to set a delay time which must elapse following an input signal fail- Maintenance
ure before the output signal is suppressed and a sum fault is generated.

Force Exciter Here it can be determined whether switchover to another redundant Yes, No Maintenance
Changeover exciter is to take place if the input signal fails. This function is available
for all redundancy systems (dual drive, backup exciter and n+1).
● Yes - In the "Yes" position, an exciter fault is signaled to the
higher‑level redundancy control unit which decides whether to
switch over to another exciter or transmitter.
● No - In the "No" position, no switchover takes place.

Monitor Out Here, for measuring purposes, you can send any input signal to the TS Maintenance
Monitor-Out jack (X22). The selection options of the data sources are
determined by the installed Input Interfaces and option keys.

IP Stream Indicates whether a valid data stream is fed to the transmitter via the IP Query
feed. If an error is indicated, check the settings of the IP stream and the
Ethernet interface.

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Parameters: Input Configuration

GUI name (exter- Help text (English) Value range Value access
nal)

TS Stream Indicates whether a valid serial data stream is fed to the transmitter via Query
TS1/2 IN (X20/X21). If an error is displayed here, first check the setting
of the TS type (ASI/SMPTE).

RJ45 Connector Here, define the physical network interface to which the logical IP stream ● TS LAN1 Maintenance
is bound. Normally, the TS LAN 1(X30) jack is coupled to IP Stream 1 ● TS LAN2
and TS LAN 2(X31) is coupled to IP Stream 2. This allows you to use
multiple redundant servers that can be selected automatically using the
automatic input signal switchover. However, it is also possible to select
multiple multicast streams via the same physical Ethernet jack. In this
case, too, the automatic input signal switchover can toggle automatically
between two data streams.

Streaming Mode This configures the type of network streaming. ● Unicast Maintenance
● Unicast: The multiplex sends the suitable IP stream to the IP address ● Multicast
of the TV transmitter in a targeted manner.
● Multicast: The TV transmitter subscribes to a Multicast IP stream that
can be provided by the Multiplexer in the feed network to multiple
transmitters at the same time.

Multicast Address The function of this menu item varies depending on the selected stream- Maintenance
ing mode:
● for Unicast: displays the local IP address of the selected input X30
or X31.
● for Multicast: used to set the multicast address of the required gate-
way server (data transmitter).

Port Used to set the port number under which the transport stream is expec- Maintenance
ted.

Protocol Select the network protocol used here. Maintenance

● UDP (User Datagram Protocol) for easy connectionless communi-
cation.
● RTP (Realtime Transport Protocol) for packet-oriented communica-
tions.

Packet Lock Indicates that a signal has been detected at this input. Read only

Packet Length Indicates the dedicated packet length of the transport stream. Read only

Gross IP data rate Shows the total data rate at the IP feed. Read only

TS State Indicates whether a valid serial data stream is fed to the transmitter via Read only
the TS1/2 IN (X20/X21) jacks. If an error is displayed here, first check the
setting of the TS type (ASI/SMPTE).

Type Used to set the data format for the data streams at X20 and X21. ● Auto Maintenance
● AUTO: Data format is detected automatically ● ASI
● ASI: Manual setting for an ASI transport stream ● SMPTE
● SMPTE: Manual setting for an SMPTE transport stream

Gross TS Data- Shows the total data rate at the TS feed. Read only
rate

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5.3 System Control

5.3.1 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

5.3.1.1 General

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is used for monitoring and controlling
different units in a network. A description of the unit – the management information base
(MIB) – must be loaded in the central unit ("manager") from which the transmitters are
monitored. A monitored unit contains a program ("agent") which can answer queries from
the manager and execute commands. Furthermore, the agent may of its own accord
generate a message (called a notification, alarm or trap) and send it to the manager. In
this way, the central unit can be informed of a fault. The MIBs required for monitoring and
controlling a transmitter are stored as a ZIP archive in every R&S TCE900. From there,
they can be downloaded with any web browser. When the transmitter is put into operation,
both the agent in the transmitter and the manager must be configured. Additional steps
may be necessary if the transmitter is connected via routers, firewalls or similar devices
as they may block data packets.

5.3.1.2 Settings on Transmitter Side

You can make settings yourself via the local R&S TDU900 display (if available), the web
server or SNMP. The Task View > System Control > SNMP menu contains all the settings
that are required for accessing a transmitter.

Changes to these settings are adopted immediately. The instrument does not need to be
restarted.

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Fig. 5-1: SNMP menu.

The XX9 transmitter family supports the versions SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c. Alarms can
be sent as v1Traps, v2Traps or v2Informs. Several destinations for error messages
(trapsinks) and several communities can be set with read only authorization and read/
write authorization. SNMP is a protocol for remote control and is offered only at the remote
Ethernet interface (X2 – 1000 BaseT). The system or transmitter has to be set to remote
to execute SET commands.

5.3.1.3 Settings on Manager Side

The basic SNMP settings (port, community) have to match on the manager side and
transmitter side. You typically define these settings for each IP address in your program
(e.g. MIB browser). The SNMP version is also set in the manager; the transmitter then
detects this automatically. Subsequently, SNMP communication should already be func-
tioning at a basic level.

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Fig. 5-2: SNMP manager settings.

Being able to monitor and control a transmitter with SNMP requires MIB of the instrument
on the manager side and a program which can interpret the MIB. You can load all avail-
able MIBs from any instrument using a web browser.
● Log in using the WebGUI and select the menu Task View > System Control > Down-
loads > Download SNMP MIBs
● Save the mibs.zip file to your computer
● Load the following MIBs in the MIB browser:
– RS-COMMON-MIB
– RS-XX9-SMI-MIB and RS-XX9-TC-MIB
– RS-XX9-COMMON-MIB
– MIB of the standby concept, standard or option
A detailed description of the MIBs, the information that they contain and the associated
options is given below.
MIBs from Rohde & Schwarz and IRT are available. MIBs from IRT allow transmitters to
be linked using SNMP irrespective of the manufacturer. They are, however, limited with
respect to their functionality. Some particular features to keep in mind when using IRT
MIBs are listed in the document "SoftwareMiniSpecification – SNMP for XX9".
The MIBs have the naming convention RS-XX9-<TV/radio standard>-<function/option>-
MIB. Examples include: RS-XX9-DVBT2-MIB for DVB-T2 and RS-XX9-AIR-COOLING-
MIB for air cooling.

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Examples of MIBs and content

MIB Description

RS-COMMON-MIB Contains general Rohde & Schwarz definitions

RS-XX9-SMI-MIB Contains top-level definitions of other XX9 MIBs

RS-XX9-TC-MIB Contains definitions for textual conventions used in other MIBs

RS-XX9-COMMON-MIB Contains definitions that comply with all of the transmitters from the XX9 family
(e.g. configuration)

RF-XX9-TX-MIB Contains definitions for single transmitters not dependent on the TV standard

RF-XX9-MAX-MIB Contains definitions for MultiTx and N+1 systems

5.3.1.4 Which MIBs Must be Used?

The instrument can be queried by SNMP in order to find out which MIBs have been
implemented. This information is contained in the table "sysORTable"
(OID .iso(1).org(3).dod(6).internet(1).mgmt(2).mib-2(1).system(1).sysORTable(9) of the
SNMPv2 MIB). There is a corresponding MIB for each type of modulation.

Fig. 5-3: sysORTable display.

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MIB Description

RF-XX9-COM- This MIB contains general data that supports every unit: - Transmitter configuration,
MON-MIB option keys, SNMP configuration software update, triggering a test notification: This
information always applies to the instrument monitored using SNMP.

RF-XX9-TX-MIB This MIB contains parameters independent of the type of modulation for: - The standby
concepts "single transmitter", "passive exciter standby", "active output-stage standby"
- all power classes (medium-power and high-power).

RF-XX9-MAX-MIB This MIB contains parameters independent of the type of modulation for:
● MultiTx
● N+1

RF-XX9-LIQUID- This MIB contains parameters for liquid-cooled transmitters, either with internal
COOLING-MIB Rohde & Schwarz cooling or with (external) station cooling.

RF-XX9-AIR- This MIB contains parameters for air-cooled transmitters.

COOLING-MIB

DRS-XX9-DVBT- This MIB contains parameters for DVB-T signal processing.

MIB

RS-XX9-DVBT2- This MIB contains parameters for DVB-T2 signal processing.

MIB

5.3.1.5 Which OIDs from a MIB Must be Used?

Different parameters are available depending on the system being queried. Thus for
example txExcAutoOperationMode (in RS-XX9-TX-MIB) returns the response NoSuch-
Name when you query a single transmitter, since it has no automatic exciter switchover.
It is easy to find out which parameters are valid by checking the conformance statements.
In the example for automatic exciter switchover above, the OID txExcAutoOperationMode
is contained in the txObjsExciterAutomatic object group.
For N+1 systems this also means that unavailable parameters may receive the response
NoSuchName, e.g. parameters from the transmitter A8 if only a 4+1 system is present..

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Fig. 5-4: Groups display.

5.3.1.6 Setting Alarms

Parameters which allow configuration of the transmitter alarms can be found under the
OID "commonSnmpConfiguration". For example, it is possible to switch off the IRT alarms
(factory default setting: on) and to switch on R&S alarms (factory default setting: off). The
transmitter-specific alarms offer an extensive range of configuration possibilities. In addi-
tion, it is also possible to assign a freely selectable priority and to check the current status.
Since the Rohde & Schwarz MIBs contain a very large number of alarms, three predefined
groups for faults, warnings and information exist to which all alarms are assigned. For
each alarm, the respective alarm class is given in the binding AlarmClass.
A possible and recommended configuration would therefore be to disable the IRT alarms
and to enable the Rohde & Schwarz alarms of the fault class:

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● irtNotificationsAllOff: OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.2566.127.1.2.216.2.1.3.3.0

● rsNotificationsAllFaultsOn: OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.2566.127.1.2.216.2.1.3.6.0
The example shows alarm class fault (1) for the alarm "txSummaryFault" (transmitter sum
fault).
Alarms are always collected in the Notifications branch in the MIBs. They always have
at least three bindings.
● Alarm class: predefined, fixed alarm class
● Priority: freely selectable priority
● State: current state of the alarm
"State" is defined in NotificationState in the MIB RS-XX9-TC-MIB:

undefined(1) State is not available

off(2) Alarm is inactive or not available

fault(3) Alarm corresponds to an error

warning(4) Alarm corresponds to a warning

ok(5) Alarm does not correspond to either an error or a warning or alarm is OK

Matching the alarms, there are one or more NotificationTables in the MIBs on the Objects
branch. Information is displayed together there.

5.3.1.7 Testing the SNMP Communication

In the following example, a transmitter with the IP address 172.29.12.43 queries the OID
sendTestNotification (1.3.6.1.4.1.2566.127.1.2.216.2.1.3.1). The response from the
agent is "idle(1)". Using a further test, you can check whether the transmitter sends an
alarm message in the event of an error and whether this message reaches the alarm
destinations. To do so, set an OID sendTestNotification to the value of 2 (trigger), which
triggers a commonTest trap (1.3.6.1.4.1.2566.127.1.2.216.2.0.1000). This alarm is sent
to all receivers which have been entered for the alarms (trapsinks, see above). This type
of error message functions in a slightly different way than that used for querying and
setting values (default: UDP Port 161 for SET/GET and UDP Port 162 for alarms).
The following image shows that the testTrap has been received correctly by the
tce900-100100 unit (serial number 100100).

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Fig. 5-5: testTrap display.

5.3.1.8 Setting Alarms Using SNMP

As an alternative to a web browser, you can also configure trapsinks with SNMP as well.
The procedure is described in RFC 3413.

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Fig. 5-6: TargetTables display.

There are three tables to be used: snmpNotifyTable, snmpTargetAddrTable and

snmpTargetParamsTable:
● snmpNotifyType: trap(1) oder inform(2)
● snmpTargetAddrTDomain / snmpTargetAddrTAddress: Address snmpTargetAddrT-
Domain: 1.3.6.1.6.1.1 (snmpUDPDomain), this makes snmpTargetAddrTAddress 6
octets; the first 4 octets correspond to the IP address and the last two to the UDP
port
● snmpTargetAddrTimeout, snmpTargetAddrRetryCount: Additional settings for inform
● snmpTargetParamsMPModel: 0 (SNMPv1) or 1 (SNMPv2c)
● snmpTargetParamsSecurityModel: currently just 2 (SNMPv2c)
● nmpTargetParamsSecurityName: example public
● snmpTargetParamsSecurityLevel: Currently just noAuthNoPriv(1)
The SNMP agent uses the following default values:

snmpNotifyName rsdef1 rsdef2

snmpNotifyTag trap inform trap inform

snmpNotifyType trap(1) inform (2) trap(1) inform (2)

snmpNotifyStorageType nonVolatile(3) nonVolatile(3) nonVolatile(3)

nonVolatile(3)

snmpNotifyRowStatus readOnly (5) readOnly readOnly(5)

readOnly (5)

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getAddrName target1 to target5

snmpTargetAddrTDomain 3.6.1.6.1.1 1.3.6.1.6.1.1

snmpTargetAddrTAddress 0x0101010100a2 0x0101010100a2

snmpTargetAddrTimeout 1500 1500

snmpTargetAddrRetryCount 3 3

snmpTargetAddrTagList trap trap

snmpTargetAddrParams param2 param2

snmpTargetAddrStorageType permanent(4) permanent(4)

snmpTargetAddrRowStatus notInService(2) notInService(2)

snmpTargetParamsName param1 param2

snmpTargetParamsMPModel 0 1

snmpTargetParamsSecurityModel 1 2

snmpTargetParamsSecurityName public public

snmpTargetParamsSecurityLevel nNoPriv(1) noAuthNoPriv(1)

snmpTargetParamsStorageType permanent(4) permanent(4)

snmpTargetParamsRowStatus active(1) active(1)

5.3.1.9 Type plates - the ENTITY MIB

The ENTITY MIB contains information on type plates. The table commonEntPhysicalT-
able in RS-XX9-COMMON-MIB serves as an extension of this. It includes values such
as operating hour meters and the number of restarts.
The following image shows an excerpt from the table entPhysicalTable of the ENTITY
MIB.

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Fig. 5-7: entPhysicalTable display (excerpt).

The extension of the entPhysicalTable in RS-XX9-COMMON-MIB (commonEntPhysi-

calTable):

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Fig. 5-8: commonEntPhysicalTable display

5.4 Maintenance
The Maintain Software operating element allows you to carry out the following tasks.
● Backup / Restore
● Software Update
● Maintenance

5.4.1 Backup / Restore

In the SW Backup/Restore menu you can save the software and all TCE900 module
settings as a backup file and also read in the entire file again. The backup is saved to the
FlashCard of the respective R&S TCE900 modules.
A backup can be read in only if the backup is valid (i.e. File Status is OK).
To start the Backup/Restore function, follow this procedure:

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1. Navigate to the following destination using the menu bar:

"Tasks" > "Maintain Software"

2. The following functions and displays are available in the tab Backup/Restore:
a) for Backup/Restore:
● Backup State
● Start Backup
● Start Restore
b) for File Info:
● File State
● Name
● Part Number
● Serial Number
● Device Name
● Host Name
● Date/Time
● SW/FW/Bios Number

This function is not available in all software versions.

5.4.2 Software Update

To perform a software update, the R&S TCE900 unit must be connected to a PC on which
the respective updates and the corresponding update software (R&S Software Distribu-
tor) are ready.
Before the R&S Software Distributor is called on the PC, the R&S TCE900 must be moved
into update mode using the Start Update button (for Manual update mode).
In Permanent update mode, the update procedure is started automatically. When the
R&S Software Distributor is called, the software automatically analyzes which updates
need to be installed. The update procedure is started using the R&S Software Distributor.
After the software update has been completed, the R&S TCE900 must be restarted (see
​chapter 5.4.3, "Maintenance", on page 130).
To start the Software Update function, follow this procedure:

1. Navigate to the following destination using the menu bar:

"Tasks" > "Maintain Software"

2. The following functions and displays are available in the tab SW Update:
● Update Mode
● Current Version
● Software Update
● Firmware Update
● Device Name

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● Device Group
Note: A detailed description of the parameters can be found in .
3. Start the software update by selecting the "Start Update" button.

5.4.3 Maintenance

To start the maintenance functions, follow this procedure:

1. Navigate to the following destination using the menu bar:

"Tasks" > "Maintain Software"

2. The following buttons are available in the tab Maintenance:

● Reboot
If the instrument is rebooted, the software of the TCE module is restarted, after
which it runs in the same operating mode.
● Cold Boot
For a cold boot, the TCE module is restarted, after which it is an unconfigured
state. Then, the TCE module must be reconfigured once again.

3. Start the desired function by selecting the corresponding button.

Cold Boot
For a cold boot, all settings are deleted, after which the TCE is in an unconfigured state.

5.4.4 Options

Under "Options" it is possible to activate additional features on a transmitter. The features

requested when a transmitter was ordered are activated at the factory before the trans-
mitter is delivered. Additional features can be purchased at any time from your local
Rohde & Schwarz sales partner.
Options are stored on a SIM card inside the R&S®TCE and are always valid for the
R&S®TCE in which the SIM card is installed. Options can be transferred to another TCE
by swapping the SIM card.
The Task View (Home) > Options > Status menu provides an overview of the available
or installed options.
In addition to permanent options, there are also temporary options. These options deac-
tivate automatically after a certain period of time. The period of validity of temporary
options is shown in the Task View (Home) > Options > Details menu.
Features are enabled by installing a valid activation key in the Task View (Home) >
Options > Manage Keys menu.

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"Manage Keys" parameters

● Path:Task View (Home) > Options > Manage Keys

Name Description Value range Access right

Option Key Used to enter an activation key. 30 characters Maintenance

(Install/Deinstall)

Message (Install/ ● Please enter a key Please enter a Read only

Deinstall) Prompt to enter a key. key, Key OK,
● Key OK Invalid format
The key has been entered successfully (the display changes back
to "Please enter a key" after a few moments).
● Invalid format
The entered key was invalid.

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6 Operating the Device Manager

Using the Device Manager, the device type plates of all TCE900 units and the type plates
of the modules they contain can be polled.
The type plates contain information about the current software version of programmable
modules and all necessary information for spare parts procurement.
The Device Manager is started using the "Device Manager" button on the system, trans-
mitter or exciter level.

6.1 Basic Settings

The structure of the transmitter system is configured in the "Basic Setup" menu. Each
R&S®TCE900 is assigned its logical function together with the other R&S®TCE900 units,
the physical installation position of the individual R&S®TCE900 units is set and the dis-
tribution of transmitters and R&S®TCE900 units in the racks is described.
The basic settings are made for each R&S®TCE900 in the system and must be entered
in the specified sequence:
● Hardware equipment ("Boards" menu tab)
The hardware modules which each R&S®TCE900 contains and at which position
these modules are inserted in the R&S®TCE900 base unit must be configured for
each R&S®TCE900.
● Definition of the logical function
The task that each R&S®TCE900 is to fulfill in the system must be defined.
● Integration of the R&S®TCE900 in the transmitter system
Depending on their function, some R&S®TCE900 units require additional information
regarding:
– system variant (MultiTx, n+1)
– transmitter variant (Redundancy, Modulation, Amplifier Type)
– assignment to a transmitter (Tx Number, Exciter A/B)
● Physical structure of the transmitter system
Depending on their function, some R&S®TCE900 units require additional information
regarding:
– total number of transmitter racks
– number of racks per transmitter
● Physical installation location of the R&S®TCE900 units
Each R&S®TCE900 must be assigned the following:
– number of the rack in which the R&S®TCE900 is installed
– number of the installation slot within a rack
● Assignment of transmitters to racks ("Racks" menu tab)
Each R&S®TCE900 with the "Rack Control" function must be assigned those trans-
mitters which are installed in the racks that the "Rack Control" function monitors.

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Changes to the basic settings only become effective when the R&S®TCE900 has been
restarted.
In the tables below, "?" means that it must be taken into consideration whether an air
cooling interface (ACIF) or a Tx interface is installed. See the detailed description of the
"Cooling Control" and "Rack Control" parameters in the table "Description of setting
values".

Assignment of logical functions

Table 6-1: "Functions" for single-Tx systems (for TMU9 and TVU9 only)

Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Single drive

Exciter X X X ? ?

Backup drive

Exciter A X X X ? ?

Exciter B - X X - -

Dual drive

System Control X - - ? ?

Exciter A - X X - -

Exciter B - X X - -

Table 6-2: "Functions" for multi-Tx systems (<n> = 1 to 8)

Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Single drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter (Tx <n>) - X X - -

Dual drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter A (Tx <n>) - X X - -

Exciter B (Tx <n>) - X X - -

Table 6-3: "Functions" for N+1 systems (<n> = 1 to 8; TxB: <n> = 9)

Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Single drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter (Tx A<n>, Tx B) - X X - -

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Transmitter type System Tx Control Exciter Cooling Con- Rack Con-

Control trol trol

Rack Control (where - - - - X

applicable)

Dual drive

System Control X - - ? X

Exciter A (Tx A<n>, Tx B) - X X - -

Exciter B (Tx A<n>, Tx B) - X X - -

Rack Control (where - - - - X

applicable)

Table 6-4: "Setup" for single-Tx systems (for TMU9 and TVU9 only)

Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Single drive

Exciter Single Tx/multi Tx A1 A Single drive 1

Backup drive

Exciter A Single Tx/multi Tx A1 A Backup drive 1

Exciter B - A1 B Backup drive 1

Dual drive

System Control Single Tx/multi Tx - - - 1

Exciter A - A1 A Dual drive -

Exciter B - A1 B Dual drive -

Table 6-5: "Setup" for multi-Tx systems (<n> = 1 to 8)

Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Single drive

System Control Single Tx/multi Tx - - - <n>

Exciter (Tx <n>) - A<n> A Single drive -

Dual drive

System Control Single Tx/multi Tx - - - <n>

Exciter A (Tx <n>) - A<n> A Dual drive -

Exciter B (Tx <n>) - A<n> B Dual drive -

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Table 6-6: "Setup" for N+1 systems (<n> = 1 to 8; TxB <n> = 9)

Transmitter type System Variant Tx Num- Exciter Redundancy No. of

ber transmit-
ters

Single drive

System Control N+1 - - <n>

Exciter (Tx A <n>, Tx B) - A<n> A Single drive -

Rack Control (where appli- - - - -

cable)

Dual drive

System Control N+1 - - - <n>

Exciter A (Tx A <n>, Tx B) - A<n> A Dual drive -

Exciter B (Tx A <n>, Tx B) - A<n> B Dual drive -

Rack Control (where appli- - - - - -

cable)

Table 6-7: IP addresses for single-Tx systems (for TMU9 and TVU9 only)

Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Single drive

Exciter 192.168.58.100

Backup drive

Exciter A 192.168.58.11

Exciter B 192.168.58.12

Dual drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter A 192.168.58.11

Exciter B 192.168.58.12

Table 6-8: IP addresses for multi-Tx systems (<n> = 1 to 8)

Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Single drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter (Tx <n>) 192.168.58.<n>1

Dual drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter A (Tx <n>) 192.168.58.<n>1

Exciter B (Tx <n>) 192.168.58.<n>2

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Table 6-9: IP addresses for N+1 systems (<n> = 1 to 8; TxB <n> = 9; <m> = 2 to 9, No. of Rack Controls)

Transmitter type Ethernet Local

Single drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter (Tx A<n>, Tx B) 192.168.58.<n>1

Rack Control (where applicable) 192.168.58.10<m>

Dual drive

System Control 192.168.58.100

Exciter A (Tx A<n>, Tx B) 192.168.58.<n>1

Exciter B (Tx A<n>, Tx B) 192.168.58.<n>2

Rack Control (where applicable) 192.168.58.10<m>

Table 6-10: Description of setting values

Name Description Value range Access right

System Con- Set this check mark if this cassette of the R&S®TCE900 is Disabled, Configuration
trol to function as a system control unit. In this case, all remote Enabled
control interfaces and (if present) a R&S®TDU900 display
unit must be connected to this R&S®TCE900. This
R&S®TCE900 can also perform the function of the N+1
automatic system. In addition to functioning as a system
control unit, other functions can also be assigned to the
same R&S®TCE900 depending on the modules it contains.

Tx Control Set this check mark if this cassette of the R&S®TCE900 Disabled, Configuration
cassette is to function as a transmitter control unit. The Enabled
transmitter control unit contains, for example, the function
for monitoring the output power and an automatic exciter
switchover function (optional). In addition to functioning as
a transmitter control unit, other functions can also be
assigned to the same R&S®TCE900 depending on the
modules it contains. This function must always be activated
together with the "Exciter" function on the same
R&S®TCE900.

Exciter Set this check mark if this R&S®TCE900 cassette contains Disabled, Configuration
at least one coder board and one RF board. With a Enabled
R&S®TCE900 which is configured as an exciter, the "Tx
Control" function must be activated at the same time,
unless the R&S®TCE900 exciter is to be operated as a
stand‑alone instrument. In addition to functioning as an
exciter, other functions can also be assigned to the same
R&S®TCE900 depending on the modules it contains.

Cooling Con- Set this check mark if this R&S®TCE900 cassette contains Disabled, Configuration
trol at least one cooling interface. In addition to functioning as Enabled
a cooling control unit, other functions can also be assigned
to the same R&S®TCE900 depending on the modules it
contains. With THx9, the "Cooling Control" function must
always be activated together with the "Rack Control" func-
tion on the same R&S®TCE900. With TMx9, this function
can be activated irrespective of "Rack Control".

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Name Description Value range Access right

Rack Control Set this check mark if this R&S®TCE900 is to monitor rack Disabled, Configuration
components (e.g. overvoltage protection) or door contacts. Enabled
A "Tx Interface" module must be installed in the
R&S®TCE900. With most system configurations, the Rack
Control function is together with the System Control func-
tion on the same R&S®TCE900. The only exception are
multirack N+1 systems in which more than one Rack Con-
trol are installed. With THx9, the "Rack Control" function
must always be activated together with the "Cooling Con-
trol" function on the same R&S®TCE900.

System Var- Indicates whether the system is a single-Tx, multi-Tx or N Single/Mul- Configuration
iant +1 system. tiTx, n+1
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control"
function is active.

Tx Number Indicates the transmitter to which this R&S®TCE900 is Tx A1 to Tx A8 Configuration

assigned. + TxB
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

Exciter Indicates whether this R&S®TCE900 is to operate as Exc A, Exc B Configuration

exciter A or exciter B. The displayed value must correspond
to the cabling of the two exciters at the exciter switch.
Exciter A is shown in the case of single drive transmitters.
The setting can be changed here if the "Exciter" function is
active.

ParIO Indicates whether remote control has been activated by Off, 32/80, Configuration
means of parallel contacts. ParIO 32/80 corresponds to a 9/12
parallel remote‑control interface card with 32 inputs and 80
outputs. ParIO 9/12 corresponds to a parallel remote‑con-
trol interface card with 9 inputs and 12 outputs. Remote
control can be connected to a R&S®TCE900 with the Sys-
tem Control function. In the case of N+1 systems, it is also
possible to connect remote control to a R&S®TCE900 with
the Tx Control function, but certain restrictions will then
apply.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control" or
"Tx Control" function is active.

Redundancy Indicates which redundancy method is supported by this Single Drive, Configuration
transmitter. Dual Drive,
● Single Drive: Backup Drive
The transmitter contains one exciter.
● Dual Drive:
The transmitter contains two exciters. If the active
exciter fails, an automatic switchover function
switches the system over to the standby exciter.
● Only available with some system variants: Backup
Drive
The transmitter contains two exciters. If the active
exciter fails, an automatic switchover function
switches the system over to the standby exciter.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

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Name Description Value range Access right

Transmitters Indicates how many transmitters the system contains. The 1 to 8 Configuration
B transmitter of an N+1 system is not included here.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control"
function is active.

Modulation Indicates the modulation mode of the exciter. An appropri- DVB-T2, Configuration
ate software option must additionally be installed for the DVB-T, ISDB-
displayed modulation mode. T, ATSC, ATV
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" or
"Exciter" function is active.

Rack Number Indicates the rack in which the R&S®TCE900 module is 1 to 18 Configuration
installed. The left-hand rack is assigned the number 1.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control",
"Tx Control" or "Exciter" function is active.

Amplifier Indicates whether the amplifiers are to be operated in Broadband, Configuration

Mode broadband or Doherty mode. To operate the amplifiers in Doherty
Doherty mode, the frequency ranges of the amplifiers must
be set to the transmit frequency. This display only applies
to amplifier types which support Doherty mode.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" or
"Exciter" function is active.

Amplifiers Indicates the total number of amplifiers per output stage of 1 to 24 Configuration
this transmitter. Whether the amplifiers are housed in one
or more racks is irrelevant. Up to 24 amplifiers per output
stage are supported.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

Amplifier Type Indicates the amplifier type used in the transmitter. PHU901, Configuration
● PHU901: PMU901,
High‑power amplifier, UHF, liquid‑cooled. PHU902,
● PMU901: PHV902,
Medium‑power amplifier, UHF, air‑cooled with Doh- PMV901
erty mode.
● PHU902:
High‑power amplifier, UHF, liquid‑cooled with Doherty
mode.
● PHV902:
High‑power amplifier, VHF, liquid‑cooled with Doherty
mode.
● PMV901:
Medium‑power amplifier, VHF, air‑cooled with Doherty
mode.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" or
"Exciter" function is active.

Slot Number Indicates the position at which the R&S®TCE900 is instal- 1 to 12 Configuration
led in the respective rack. In the THU9, position 1 is the left-
hand slot; in the TMU9, position 1 is the top slot.
The setting can be changed here if the "System Control",
"Tx Control" or "Exciter" function is active.

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Basic Settings

Name Description Value range Access right

Racks/Rack Indicates how many racks are monitored by this 1 or 2 Configuration

Control R&S®TCE900. Transmitters with more than 12 amplifiers
monitor 2 racks with one rack control. With all other trans-
mitters, this value must be set to 1.
The setting can be changed here if the "Rack Control" func-
tion is active.

Cooling Type Indicates the type of cooling system. Liquid, Air Configuration
The displayed value must be suitable for the amplifier type.
Further settings are made in the "Home" > "Cooling" >
"Task View" > "Setup Cooling" menu.

Racks/Sys- Indicates the total number of racks contained in the system. 1 to 18 Configuration
tem The setting can be changed here if the "System Control"
function is active.

Racks/Tx Indicates the number of racks that the transmitter consists 1 to 4 Configuration
of. This setting is only relevant for THU9 transmitters with
more than 12 amplifiers. In all other cases, the value 1 must
be set here.
The setting can be changed here if the "Tx Control" function
is active.

Number of Indicates the total number of rack controls which are active 1 to 9 Configuration
Rack Controls in the system.
The setting can be changed here if the "Rack Control" func-
tion is active.

Int. RF Sensor Indicates whether the internal RF test point of the amplifier Off, On Configuration
is to be used for measuring the transmit power.
The setting is only relevant for "Amplifier Type = PMU901".
The value "On" should be set if the transmitter consists of
exactly one amplifier and no CAN bus test point is installed
in the transmitter.
The setting can be changed here if the "Rack Control" func-
tion is active.

Configuration Indicates whether the selected combination of settings is OK, not Valid Read only
valid and non‑conflicting.
The setting can be changed here.

Reboot Reboots this R&S®TCE900. Changes to settings in this Configuration

and the other menu tabs of the Basic Config menu only
become effective after a reboot.

IP Address Used to set the IP address of the R&S®TCE900 for internal Configuration
(Local IP Set- communication with other R&S®TCE900 units in this sys-
tings) tem. When the system is supplied, the internal IP
addresses begin with 192.168.58. The last group of digits
differs according to the following rule:
● System Control: 100
● Tx Control + Exciter: 11/12 (= TxA1, Exciter A/B) to
81/82 (= TxA8, Exciter A/B); 91/92 (= TXB, Exciter A/
B)
● Rack Control (second rack): 101
The setting can be changed here.

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Basic Settings

Name Description Value range Access right

IP Address Used to set the IP address of the TCE900 system control.

(Remote IP The settings depend on the network infrastructure.
Settings)

Slot Config Used to determine which module is contained in each Coder Board, Configuration
installation slot of the R&S®TCE900 unit. Basically, any RFBoard,
module can be inserted into any installation slot. The rack TxIf, Coolin-
cabling has, however, been optimized for installation of the gIf, LAN-
modules in the following slots: SwitchIf,
● Slot A (bottom left): RF board or Tx interface ATVIf, CIF,
● Slot B (top center): Cooling interface (CIF or ACIF) or ACIF
ATV interface
● Slot C (bottom center): Reserved for receiver module
● Slot CD (top right): Coder board or LAN switch
The setting can be changed here.

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Creating New User Profiles

7 User Administration
The user administration facility is available in conjunction with browser‑based operation.
The settings that you enter in user administration are also valid for opening menus in
local operation. You can use the user administration facility to perform the following tasks.
● create new user profiles
● change user profiles (users and access rights)
● delete user profiles
● close active sessions
The "Superuser" ID with the factory‑set password 1234 gives you extensive user admin-
istration rights.

7.1 Creating New User Profiles

A new user profile is created in the following way:

1. Log on as Superuser via the web interface.

User name: Superuser
Password: 1234
The processing options and a list of existing users are displayed.

2. Select the option Add new user.

3. Enter a user name and password and the desired permissions for this user.
The password must be at least 6 characters long.

4. Click "Add user" if the settings are correct.

Click "Reset" if the settings are not correct, and enter the settings again.

7.2 Modifying User Profiles (Users and Access Rights)

An existing user profile is modified in the following way:

1. Log on as Superuser via the web interface.

User name: Superuser
Password: 1234
The processing options and a list of existing users are displayed.

2. From the list of existing users, select the user to be modified from the Select column.

3. Select the option Change selected user

4. Change the user's profile according to your requirements.

5. Click "Change user" if the settings are correct.

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Deleting User Profiles

Click "Reset" if the settings are not correct, and enter the settings again.

For the default users, you can change the passwords only; you cannot change access
rights.

7.3 Deleting User Profiles

A user profile is deleted in the following way:

1. Log on as Superuser via the web interface.

User name: Superuser
Password: 1234
The processing options and a list of existing users are displayed.

2. From the list of existing users, select the user to be deleted from the Select column.

3. Select the option Delete selected user.

4. The profile is removed from the user list.

7.4 Closing Active Sessions

Information about existing sessions is obtained and active sessions are closed in the
following way:

1. Log on as Superuser via the web interface.

User name: Superuser
Password: 1234
The processing options and a list of existing users are displayed.

2. Select the option Show session list.

A list with information about the active sessions is displayed.

3. From the list of existing sessions, select the session to be closed from the Select
column.

4. Select the option Delete selected session.

The selected session is closed.

5. Select the option Show user list.

The list of existing users is displayed again.

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