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1.4
SERVICE
All R8100 Series Communications System Analyzers are calibrated and repaired at the Freedom
Communication Technologies factory:
FREEDOM COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES
2002 Synergy Blvd. Suite 200
Kilgore Texas 75662 USA
Tel/Fax: 1-844-903-7333
1.5
REPLACEMENT PARTS ORDERS
Send orders for user serviceable replacement parts to the Freedom Communication Technologies factory
listed in section 1.4. Be sure to include the complete identification number located on the equipment.
1.6
INSTALLATION
1.6.1
Packing
Foam pieces protect the Analyzer, which is packed inside a carton. Save the packing container and
materials for future use.
1.6.2
Initial Set-up
1.
Place the Analyzer on a workbench in the shop or mobile repair unit.
2.
Flip out the two lever actuated foot extensions underneath the front of the unit to raise the
Analyzer for easier viewing.
3.
Take the power cord of the AC to DC adapter and connect to a 3-wire 100-240 VAC power
source. Attach the cord's DC plug to the mating connector on the R8100 side panel.
4.
Remove battery from separate box and install at door on lower left side of unit. See Figure 2.1-2.
5.
Remove accessories from the soft carry case (if provided).
6.
Insert the whip antenna into the Antenna port, located to the right of the tuning knob on the front
panel.
7.
Press the Power switch ON and allow the R8100 to boot up.
1.6.3
Warm-up
The analyzer can be used immediately after boot up with best accuracy achieved after a suitable warm-up
period. The OCXO time base stabilizes within 5 minutes of operation permitting frequency dependent
measurements at the specified accuracy of the analyzer, e.g., operating frequency, frequency error, audio
tone generation, etc. For all other measurements a minimum warm-up of 15 minutes is recommended to
be within specifications. Full measurement stability is reached after 30 minutes of running in the operation
environment. Before using the Analyzer review the operating procedures described in this manual.
ANALYZER OVERVIEW
1.7
Description
The R8100 Communication System Analyzer is a portable test instrument designed to monitor and service
radio communications equipment over the frequency range of 250 kHz to 3 GHz. The R8100 generates
and receives signals, measures modulation and frequency, and performs a variety of tests normally
associated with the following equipment:
Summary of Contents for R8100 SERIES
Page 19: ...19 Figure 2 1 2 Left and Right Sides of the R8100...
Page 164: ...164 Figure 2 2 7 7 5 Power Profile Frame with Markers...
Page 224: ...224 Figure 3 2 9 6 1 Submenu after pressing Options soft key in the Settings menu...
Page 243: ...243 PTC Test in Monitor Mode Eye Diagram Display...
Page 244: ...244 Power Profile Display Linear and Circular Constellation Displays...
Page 245: ...245 Symbol Distribution Plot...