User guide

UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES
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Temperature Monitor
The temperature of the unit baseplate is monitored by a voltage analogous to temperature.
The output is 3.0 V at 27 ºC with a slope of 10 mV / ºC.
RF Output Power Monitor
The output power of the unit is monitored by a voltage analogous to the output power level.
The voltage is restricted to in between 0 V to 5 V. This detected voltage is useful over a 20 dB
range of output power.
Ground (GND)
This pin is connected to the chassis, which also represents the main Ground of the unit.
PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE UNIT AND CABLES ARE
PROPERLY GROUNDED TO AVOID DAMAGES TO THE
EQUIPMENT AND RISK TO PERSONEL !!!
RS-232 / RS-485
Available with optional Microcontroller equipped systems. This serial link is normally used to
communicate with a remote PC running UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES Monitor and Control
Software. This enables a simple way to view / control the Monitors and Controls listed above,
and also enables the functions listed below.
Normally, either RS-232 or RS-485 is available at any one time (both interfaces cannot be
used simultaneously). Communication links using RS-232 are typically good up to 30 ft. (9 m)
in length. Installations exceeding this length should use the RS-485, which will allow serial
control up to 4000 ft. (1200 m).
Monitor and Control Software
UPCOM TECHNOLOGIES Monitor and Control Software is provided on CD for units equipped
with an onboard Microcontroller system. A Windows based PC uses this software to remotely
monitor and control the SSPA through its serial port.
Various Monitors and Alarms are displayed along the left hand side of the interface. If a
problem has been detected, it will be displayed in red, and the SSPA will be placed into a
muted state.
Installation Instructions
System Requirements:
 PC running Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP (NT 4.0 with Service Pack 6a)
 Display resolution of 800 x 600 or greater
 Free serial port (RS-232 or RS-485)
Compatibility under Windows Vista has not been tested.