X-Lite Transmitter USA Eco Version User Manual XLITEECO Issue 1
Scope Xlite USA Version PREFACE Important Installation Information It is the purchasers’ responsibility to determine the suitability of this equipment and its derivatives for any given application, Scope cannot give specific advice in this manual, as each use will require independent evaluation. Scope has, wherever possible, employed extra safeguards or designed optional equipment to further monitor the system’s performance.
Scope Xlite USA Version PREFACE Equipment Applications It is the user’s responsibility to determine the suitability of the Scope products for any given application. Scope, including its subsidiaries and Distributors, cannot provide specific advice within this manual, as each application will require independent evaluation. Common sense dictates that certain applications may require back up systems to cover in the event of mains or equipment failure.
Scope Xlite USA Version PREFACE Warranty This product is warranted as free from defects of workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the original purchase date. During this time, if there is a defect or malfunction of this product, Scope will, with proof of purchase, repair or replace at its discretion any defective parts, free of charge.
Scope Xlite USA Version System Overview The Scope Xlite is a POCSAG budget entry point data display radio paging system which can be used to transmit alphanumeric\ text messages direct to pocket pagers carried by individuals or entire groups. Information is input by way of an RS232 serial port. Up to 9,999 pagers can be supported on any one system. Base Equipment type & description: Xlite Single Port Paging Transmitter Transmitter FCC ID: JRNUSAECOLINK Transmitting Frequency: 457.550 MHz or 457.
Scope Xlite USA Version Some major points to consider when installing equipment: 1 Never install antennas near or adjacent to telephone, public address or data communication lines or overhead power cables. 2 Avoid, where ever possible, running antenna coax alongside other cables. 3 Avoid mounting the transmitter in the immediate vicinity of telephone exchanges or computer equipment. 4 Always use proprietary 50 ohm coaxial cable between the antenna and the transmitter.
Scope Xlite USA Version Installation The following procedure must be adhered to when installing the Xlite paging system. Ensure you have taken into consideration all of the above information before selecting the location for your transmitter. If in doubt, contact your dealer for further advice. 1 Remove the cover from the Xlite transmitter unit by undoing the two Pozi head screws located on the front of the unit (see Diagram 1). 2 Carefully lift off the cover and set aside.
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Scope Xlite USA Version Section 2: System Operation The RS232 protocol must be set as N,8,1 (*exception: when sending numeric messages @9600 baud using Pagelink Pro, this must be set to N,8,2). The default serial baud rate is 9600 baud. The default transmission (pager) baud rate is 512. Maximum message length: 117 characters (Scope protocol), 120 characters (Comp2). Scope protocol requires all 7 digits of the capcode + beep type. Maximum logical pager number when using Comp2 is 9999.
Scope Xlite USA Version Problems and Fault Finding. 1 Check and re-check the data cable connections. This, together with an incorrect signaling format, result in more faults than any other problem. 2 Check that the communications configuration and protocol on the host matches the system (e.g. 8,N,1, Scope). Note: programmable comms baud rate is from 1200 to 9600 baud. 3 Check that the pagers are at least 3 meters from the transmitter and aerial.
Scope Xlite USA Version Other Antennas The range and performance of this equipment can be improved by the addition of more efficient antennas*. Aerial efficiency and choice of aerial location will have far more effect on range and signaling integrity than deploying a power amplifier. These can be installed either inside or outside the building and are connected to the transmitter with 50 OHM coaxial cable. Glass mount antenna (UHFGM): for installation on the inside of a suitable window.
Scope Xlite USA Version System Specification Voltage Input: 12 to 13.8 volts Power Consumption: 300 mA max System Power Consumption: less than 50mA standby, 300mA (transmit) Transmitter: Frequency Range: 450-470 MHz Channel Spacing: 12.
Scope Xlite USA Version Section 3: Technical Information This section provides a more in depth understanding of how messages are formatted for serial communication from a host. It provides useful information for hook up to serial data devices or for programming pagers and understanding the system configuration. Depending upon the issue of software resident in the controller the message length will be a maximum of either 512 or 2000 characters. Check before quoting or ordering.
Scope Xlite USA Version Numeric Pagers Numeric pagers will normally allow for up to 20 digits to be transmitted within a message. Typically the screen will display the first 12 digits and scroll the remainder when prompted by the user. Characters allowed include 0-9, space, -(hyphen), ‘U’ (letter U for ‘U’rgent), [,] open/close square brackets, (open square brackets can also be used to identify the letter ‘C’ for ‘C’ancel.
Scope Xlite USA Version Appendix A Industry Communications Protocols This section deals with the serial data formats commonly used within the On-site Paging Industry. Scope has its own proprietary protocol, but can for certain systems provide a number of other industry-recognized protocols. Warning! Check the protocols available for any given unit before quoting for a specific application. Maximum permissible message lengths will apply. Numeric will always limit to 20 digits.
Scope Xlite USA Version Appendix A Comp 2 or People Finder Protocol The system must be programmed with valid pager types or ranges. The system can be configured as Numeric, Alphanumeric or mixed. In the case of mixed systems the ranges must be defined at the time of ordering within the overall range 1 through 9,999. E.g. this could be ID 1 to 1000 reserved for numeric and 1001 to 9,999 for Alphanumeric. Remember that the range selected must allow for Group Calls as well as individual pager ID’s.
Scope Xlite USA Version Appendix A TAP - (T)elocator (A)lphanumeric (P)rotocol: TAP is commonly used in the wide-area paging industry, generally between remote transmitting stations via a modem. Its' advantage lies in the two-way nature of the communications link, and using checksums, the ability to request retransmissions in the event that an error is detected by the receiving station. There are two optional parameters: the password and a sign-off text message, and either or both of these can be included.
Scope Xlite USA Version Appendix A Example of typical Command-Acknowledge Sequence: CALLER RECEIVING STATION every 1 second unit…..
