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136 Power Amplifier Fault Finding TB8100 Service Manual
© Tait Electronics Limited September 2006
8.4 Software and Firmware Compatibility
Service Kit
We recommend that you use the latest version of the Service Kit when
carrying out these fault finding procedures. The latest version is available
from the Tait Technical Support website (
http://support.taitworld.com ).
Calibration Kit You must use the version of the Calibration Kit which is compatible with
the version of firmware loaded into the PA.
1. To find out the firmware version, run the Service Kit and connect to
the base station. Select Monitor > Module Details > Power Ampli-
fier. The firmware version is displayed in the
Versions area.
2. To find out which version of the Calibration Kit to use, refer to the
Compatibility Table in the TB8100 Base Station Release Notes.
These Release Notes are on the TB8100 Product CD, and the latest
version is also available from the Tait Technical Support website.
Firmware
If you are testing a PA separately from the other modules in the customer’s
base station, we recommend you consult the customer before changing the
PA’s firmware version. The new firmware may not be compatible with the
other modules in the customer’s base station.
Compatibility with
TB8100 Modules
Used in Testing
Ensure that any TB8100 modules used to test the functionality of the PA
under repair are loaded with compatible firmware. Details of compatible
firmware combinations are provided in the Compatibility Table in the
TB8100 Base Station Release Notes.