User's Manual

C-5000 COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION MANUAL
The C-5000 can control up to two radio systems composed of various Wulfsberg radios. It is
the responsibility of the installer to understand the capabilities of the individual transceivers
and associated antenna systems. The C-5000 must be programmed with configuration
information BEFORE it will properly communicate with any transceivers. This programming
can be performed either with a PC (Wulfsberg Remote Programming Software and cable P/N
149-041389-0101) or using the front panel buttons and knobs. Not only is it easier to use a
PC but it will also provide a backup of all configuration and channel data that is loaded in the
C-5000.
B. Checkout Setup
In order to perform system checkout procedures the installer must have a means by which to
transmit to and receive from the C-5000 system. While basic talk/listen tests can be
performed to qualitatively verify system operation, the manufacturer recommends using
calibrated test equipment that will be able to quantify the system quality. To quantitatively
verify the C-5000 system the following equipment is required:
• Radio Service Monitor (communications analyzer) capable of AM/FM Modes of
operation from 29.7 to 960 MHz.
• 1kHz Sinusoidal source capable of delivering .25 VRMS into a 150 Ohm load.
(Most Radio Service Monitors can perform this function.)
• Thru-line Watt meter with 25 watt slugs that can handle 29.7 to 960 MHz (this
requires several slugs).
• DC/AC Volt Meter
• Low Ohmage Resistance Meter capable of reading mOhm levels.
C. Checklist
The following checklist should be completed prior to performing checkout procedures.
• External system power (28 VDC, 10 Amps) available.
• All connectors are securely connected.
• Antenna(s) connected to proper transceiver RF ports.
• C-5000 Operator’s Manual has been read and understood.
D. Checkout Procedure
(1) Check antenna bonding on each antenna in the system by measuring the resistance
between the antenna and antenna ground plane using the mOhm resistance meter.
No more than 5 mOhms should be measured. If this test fails, check that the
mounting surface under the antenna is clear of ALL paint or similar material.
(2) Apply power to the system. If the C-5000 does not turn on automatically, press the
"ON" button. If you don't know how to do this, go back at this point and read the
Operator’s manual. The C-5000 display will show various initialization screens and
after a short time display the "HOME" page.
(3) Verify keyboard backlit dimming functions properly if the installation is set up with
backlight control.
Page 7-2 Publication No. 150-041118
Section 7 – System Checkout Rev C
May 2006