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SOL8SDR Hardware Guide 

Commercial in Confidence 

Revision 8.0 

 

The information contained in this document is the property of Domo Tactical Communications (DTC) Ltd. 

Any copying or reproduction in any form whatsoever is prohibited without the written permission of DTC. 

© 2016 Copyright Domo Tactical Communications (DTC) Limited. All rights reserved.

 

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3.6.6

 

J5 (AUDIO) 

Pin 

Function 

Microphone 10V 

Microphone Left 

Microphone GND 

Microphone 10V 

Microphone Right 

Microphone GND 

Headphone GND 

Headphone Right 

3.6.7

 

J6 (RS485/GPIO) 

Pin 

Function 

12V SW OUT 

0V 

RS485 RX+ 

RS485 RX- 

RS485 TX+ 

RS485 TX- 

GPIO0 

GPIO1 

0V 

10 

GPIO2 

11 

GPIO3 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for SOL8SDR Series

Page 1: ...esource Identifier 100217 Revision 8 0 SOL8SDR Hardware Guide Commercial in Confidence DTC Solent Fusion 2 1100 Parkway Solent Business Park Whiteley Hampshire PO15 7AB United Kingdom 44 0 1489 566 75...

Page 2: ...sible for maintaining the equipment or system 0 3 Notice about this Publication While DTC makes every attempt to maintain the accuracy of the information contained in its product manuals the informati...

Page 3: ...equipment Note A notice to draw attention to something or to supply additional information 0 6 Trademarks All trademarks or registered trademarks that appear in this document are the property of thei...

Page 4: ...ecorded in the table below Revision Date Authors Summary of Changes 1 0 02 08 2016 IR Initial Release 2 0 06 01 2017 IR Cable updates CN02054 3 0 13 01 2017 IR SOL8SDR2x2W P heatsink accessory 4 0 24...

Page 5: ...1 4 1 6 FCC EMC Compliance 1 4 2 Product Package 2 5 2 1 Overview 2 5 2 2 SOL8SDR C Parts List 2 5 2 3 SOL8SDR R Part List 2 5 2 4 SOL8SDR2X2W P Parts List 2 6 2 5 Accessory Options 2 7 2 6 Variants...

Page 6: ...Page 0 5 5 Appendix A Reference Material 5 35 5 1 How to Configure a PC IP Address 5 35 5 2 SOL8SDR2x2W P HSK Heatsink Accessory 5 36 6 Appendix B After Sales Support 6 37 6 1 Documentation and Softw...

Page 7: ...loaded the platform can operate as a Transmitter Receiver Dual Encoder Standard IP Mesh and MIMO IP Mesh Further information on software capability can found in the SDRAPP datasheets The SOLO8 SDR Co...

Page 8: ...iver from Domo Tactical Communications DTC designed specifically for Point of View PoV body worn and concealment applications Dependent on the applications loaded the platform can operate as a Transmi...

Page 9: ...ss through switchable 1 4 SOLO8 Software Defined Radio Plain 1 4 1 Description The SOLO8 Software Defined Radio is an ultra miniature COFDM digital video transceiver from Domo Tactical Communications...

Page 10: ...ally 12 5W SD 13 5W HD 14 5W Dual DC Input 8 to 18VDC reverse polarity protected DC Output 1A pass through switchable 5V regulated output limited to 1A switchable 1 5 Approval Notices 1 5 1 EMC Safety...

Page 11: ...in the packing list and all the packing materials for storage The codes in the packing list mean CA cable assembly SA sub assembly AP assembly part The part numbers are useful for identification and i...

Page 12: ...r USB breakout cable CA3123 Fischer audio MIC HEAD cable SA3741 SOL8SDR R USB stick containing Device Controller Node Finder Video Download Tool SDR USB driver SOL8SDR Hardware Guide Software User Gui...

Page 13: ...SOL8SDR R SOL8SDR C HSK Passive heatsink assembly for SOL8SDR C SOL8SDR2x2W P HSK Passive heatsink accessory for SOL8SDR2X2W P only SOL8KF 043 Three button key fob 433 05 434 79MHz SOL8KF 091 Three b...

Page 14: ...scription SOL8SDR R 039091 Software Defined Radio Robust 320 470MHz 902 928MHz Tel SOL8SDR R 132043 Software Defined Radio Robust 1 14 1 50GHz 433 05 434 79MHz Tel SOL8SDR R 201043 Software Defined Ra...

Page 15: ...Item 1 Part number this is the variant explained above 2 This symbol indicates that the unit should be disposed of in accordance with the WEEE Directive 3 The CE mark certifies that a product has met...

Page 16: ...latinum Gold plus MPEG 4 H 264 HD 2 8 2 SDRAPP TX If the SOL8SDR is to be used as a COFDM Transmitter choose from the SDRAPP TX licenses Part Number SDRAPP TX Silver DVB T Modulation Ultra Mobile Vide...

Page 17: ...ny copying or reproduction in any form whatsoever is prohibited without the written permission of DTC 2016 Copyright Domo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 2 11 2 8 6 Encryp...

Page 18: ...left panel with some connections 3 2 Antenna Polarization 3 2 1 COFDM Transmitter Receiver COFDM links are very robust and are tolerant to changes in antenna location but it is important to try and k...

Page 19: ...232 debug PA control headphone out and left and right microphone inputs For pinout of the Gecko breakout PCB see section 3 6 Note If you have a power amplifier you will need the D1806 PCB For integrat...

Page 20: ...onnects here This is the default transmit output 2 SMA 50 jack socket COFDM A antenna connects here 3 SMA 50 jack socket Telemetry antenna connects here 4 DIN 1 0 2 3 jack socket SDI 1 video connects...

Page 21: ...ked USB 485 CA2522 connects here to provide USB connectivity Use with supplied cable AP007377 to connect to a PC A USB to serial adaptor can be used for serial data transfer If you want to attach USB...

Page 22: ...DIN 1 0 2 3 jack socket SDI2 video input connects here Note SOL8SDI option will allow for a Composite or HDMI video connection 8 SMA 50 jack socket The telemetry antenna connects here 3 5 2 Rear Panel...

Page 23: ...l there is a thermal path indicator This indicator is to alert the customer to use this panel to provide the most effective heatsink path For assembly of the optional heatsink accessory see section 5...

Page 24: ...ted All rights reserved Page 3 18 Pin Function Pin Function 27 Headphone GND 28 Headphone Right 29 Microphone 10V 30 Microphone 10V 31 Microphone GND 32 Microphone GND 33 Microphone Left 34 Microphone...

Page 25: ...without the written permission of DTC 2016 Copyright Domo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 3 19 3 6 6 J5 AUDIO Pin Function 1 Microphone 10V 2 Microphone Left 3 Microphone...

Page 26: ...ical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 3 20 3 7 SOL8SDR R Pinouts 3 7 1 PWR Pin Function 1 VBATT Input 2 VBATT Input 3 GND 4 GND 5 PA TDD 3 7 2 AUD 232 Pin Function 1 VBATT Output 2...

Page 27: ...2016 Copyright Domo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 3 21 Pin Function 10 Ethernet MDIP0 3 7 4 USB 485 Pin Function 1 GND 2 USB ID 3 USB DP 4 USB DM 5 USB VBUS 6 RS485 TX 7...

Page 28: ...mmunications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 3 22 3 8 2 Auxiliary Port Pin Function 1 RS485 TX 2 RS485 TX 3 GND 4 RS485 RX 5 RS485 RX 6 12V OUT 7 5V 8 No Connect 9 GND 10 RS232 TX 11 RS232 RX 12...

Page 29: ...8SDI option to convert the signal source to SDI Note SOL8SDI receives 5VDC power from the SOL8SDR This is configurable from Domo Device Controller Video Source selection No Item Function 1 SOL8DI Prim...

Page 30: ...OL8SDR Plug the USB stick into the USB port of your PC The USB stick device drivers will load the first time you plug it in to your PC Wait for the drivers to load successfully you should see the prog...

Page 31: ...e USB drive on your PC The Node Finder Setup window opens Browse to the location where you wish to install the software or leave the Destination Folder at default recommended Click the Install button...

Page 32: ...5 Installing the Domo Device Controller Note Domo Device Controller will only connect to a device which is configured as a Transmitter If configured as a Receiver or Mesh use the web browser 4 5 1 In...

Page 33: ...g a Web Browser Application 4 6 1 Connect Using a Web Browser Application On your PC open a web browser application In the Address Bar enter the IP address of the SOL8SDR that was discovered using Nod...

Page 34: ...may need to change the application if you have more than one SDRAPP license installed Open the web browser application and go to the Configuration Global tab Change the Application setting to suit th...

Page 35: ...via IP 4 9 1 Before you start You will need A Personal Computer with the Domo Device Controller and Node Finder installed Connect and apply power to the SOL8SDR Connect the SOL8SDR to the PC or Netwo...

Page 36: ...m whatsoever is prohibited without the written permission of DTC 2016 Copyright Domo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 4 30 The Device Connection window opens Select TCP Soc...

Page 37: ...will attempt to load This is likely to be unsuccessful and the following process will need to be completed Note The device drivers for the SOL8SDR will be on the USB stick supplied with the package I...

Page 38: ...his document is the property of Domo Tactical Communications DTC Ltd Any copying or reproduction in any form whatsoever is prohibited without the written permission of DTC 2016 Copyright Domo Tactical...

Page 39: ...omo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 4 33 4 10 3 Step 2 Connect Using Domo Device Controller On your desktop double click the Domo Device Controller icon The Domo Device Co...

Page 40: ...nly appears in the list to deal with legacy products 4 10 4 Troubleshooting SOL8SDR won t connect SOL8SDR will only connect to Domo Device Controller if it is configured as a Transmitter Connect using...

Page 41: ...t Domo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 5 35 5 Appendix A Reference Material 5 1 How to Configure a PC IP Address The following guide will tell you how to configure your PC...

Page 42: ...rights reserved Page 5 36 5 2 SOL8SDR2x2W P HSK Heatsink Accessory 5 2 1 Parts List Item Description AP008895 x 4 M6x12 socket cap screw black MW3376 SOL8SRD2X2 P heatsink 5 2 2 Assembly Figure 5 1 He...

Page 43: ...urs 0900 1700 UK time excluding holidays Email solent support domotactical com no restricted content 6 3 Using the DTC RMA Service If there is a problem and all troubleshooting steps have been unsucce...

Page 44: ...ited without the written permission of DTC 2016 Copyright Domo Tactical Communications DTC Limited All rights reserved Page 6 38 6 3 4 Put the RMA Number on the Box Clearly mark the outside of the shi...

Page 45: ...arrangements are adequate to meet the stated requirements of each product Observe all electrical safety precautions Electro static discharge precautions ESD guidelines must be followed for this elect...

Page 46: ...your unit especially batteries chargers and power adapters 7 4 Charging Use approved batteries chargers and adapters designed specifically for your make and model unit Do not attempt to charge a wet...

Page 47: ...n accordance with the regulations in place for the country of use Batteries are normally considered separate waste and should not be allowed to enter the normal waste stream Either return to the selle...

Page 48: ...ow well an antenna converts power into radio waves or radio waves into power depending on whether it is fitted to a transmitter or receiver device Antenna gain is expressed in dB decibels B Definition...

Page 49: ...ctions G Definition Gain An increase in signal strength typically by an amplifier GUI A Graphical User Interface allows users to interact with an electronic device I Definition IP address An Internet...

Page 50: ...usively throughout the world see NTSC PTZ Pan tilt zoom is a common way of referring to controllable cameras Q Definition QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation DTC products commonly use either the 16 st...

Page 51: ...ay back U Definition UDP User Datagram Protocol is a core of the Internet Protocol suite UDP does not employ reliability mechanisms therefore if the receiver does not get a packet the sender will neve...

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