Connexions CX5 Radio Paging Transcoder Mains, Multi Port Version Installation & User Manual CX5 Issue 2 Scope Communications UK Ltd, Quantum House, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5AL United Kingdom Tel:+44 (0)1803 860700 Fax: +44 (0)1803 863716 www.scope-uk.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port 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.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port 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.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port 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.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version System Overview The Scope Connexions 5 is a POCSAG data display radio paging system which can be used to transmit both text and numeric messages direct to pocket pagers carried by individuals or entire groups. Information is input using either or both of the two RS232 serial ports. There are also models available which provide an additional RS232 port, a USB port, an RS485 port and an ethernet port. Contact your Scope dealer for further details.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port 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.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version 3 The transmitter should be fixed to an even wall surface using suitable screws fitted through the holes provided in the chassis plate. Hold the chassis up to the chosen location and with the aid of a pencil mark the position of the mounting holes. Warning: Do not use the chassis plate as a template for drilling the holes into the wall. Hammer drills vibrating through the chassis may irreparably damage the quartz crystals on the printed circuit boards.
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ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version Section 2: System Operation Confirmation of power connection is by way of the red LED on the base of the transcoder console. Confirmation of transmit is provided by way of the momentary green LED on the base of the transcoder console. Sending data in the correct format (see Technical Section, Calling Pagers) will invoke transmitted messages to the relevant pagers. Problems and Fault Finding. 1 Check and re-check the data cable connections.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version Optional Dry Contacts This option must be specified at time of ordering, along with the pre-programmed messages required. The purchaser should also order the dry contact interface box (Part Code: DC8) for ease of connection to the contact terminals (see Diagram 2).
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version As a default, contacts are programmed as Normally Open (N/O), with a repeat transmission every two minutes if still active. For customers who wish to connect directly to PL1, the pinout arrangement on the 9 way D plug is shown below: PL1, 9 way D Plug 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 5 Dry Contact No. 1 3 5 7 2 4 6 8 GROUND Test Calls: a test call message can be sent every 10 seconds. This feature is very useful for site surveys and range testing. The default is dry contact no. 1.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version Other Antennas The range and performance of this equipment can be improved by the addition of more efficient antennas*. 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. This can boost range, especially if it is required in one direction from the building.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version System Specification Mains Input: 100-240V ac @ 50/60 Hz Mains Power Consumption: 6W max System Operating Voltage: 13.8V dc System Power Consumption: less than 50mA standby, up to 2.4A (transmit) Transmitter: Power output: 0.1W to 5W max Frequency Range: 446-464 MHz Channel Spacing: 12.5 KHz Adjacent Channel: better than 200nW @ 4.
ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port 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 need only be studied by those intending to write their own serial comm.’s software. Calling Pagers Pagers all use 7 digit numeric addresses which enables the system to support thousands of pagers without identity clashes.
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ConneXions CX5 Mains, Multi Port Version Section 3: Technical Information Next follows the 7 digit pager identity number. All seven digits must be used. The letter following the identity is the beep type of which there are four valid characters, A, B, C or D. Next follows the message to be transmitted, which can 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).
