User's Manual

TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED
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TMS-100 90-6R/8.33
Installation & Operating Instructions
TiL 02RE301 Rev B
2-1
SECTION 2 – CHANNEL FREQUENCY SELECTION AND PROGRAMMING
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Transceiver Model 90-6R/8.33, Part Number 861605-2 Option 8.33, as shipped from the factory,
is preprogrammed with test frequencies. Before programming any other frequencies, perform an
operational check on Channel 1, as outlined in paragraph 2.6. If there is any operational
deficiency or equipment malfunction, the transceiver is to be returned to the manufacturer,
Technisonic Industries Limited, under warranty. Before installation in a vehicle, it is necessary to
pre-program the desired operating frequencies for each channel to be used at the particular
airport.
2.2 FREQUENCY RANGE
The transceiver may be programmed for up to six frequencies over the frequency range
117.9750MHz to 138.000MHz with 8.33kHz or 25kHz channel spacing.
2.3 PREPARATION
A personal computer is required to program frequencies into the transceiver channel memories.
Refer to document 01RE291 for detailed instructions on TDP-90 software installation and
operation.
A programming cable, TiL Part No. 013508-1, must be temporarily connected from header jack J4
inside the radio to the computer serial port. To gain access to J4, perform the following:
(1) Place the transceiver on a bench with the top cover of the transceiver located on the
bench and the bottom cover exposed.
(2) Remove and retain twelve Philips Pan Hd Screws 4-40 X 1/4in. lg and No.4 Lockwashers
securing the bottom cover to the main chassis of the transceiver.
(3) Remove and retain the bottom cover.
(4) Locate J4 on the Programmable Frequency Set Board.
(5) Connect the 10 pin (female) block connector of the supplied Data Cable (TiL Part No.
013508-1) to J4. Plug the 9 pin (female) D connector end of the cable to an available
Serial (COM) Port on your PC. A 9 pin serial extension cable may be required if the
transceiver is more than a few feet away from the computer.