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VXR-9000 FM R

EPEATER

 O

PERATING

 M

ANUAL

The 

VXR-9000

 is commercial-grade 50-watt FM repeater designed to provide reliable two-way full-duplex communi-

cations over a wide range of environmental conditions.

Designed to mount in a standard 19-inch rack, the 

VXR-9000

 is crafted using the latest computer-aided design and

manufacturing processes, to ensure a high level of reliability to users. Important channel frequency data is stored in
EEPROM, and is easily programmable by a Servicing Technician or Dealer using an IBM compatible personal com-
puter and the 

FIF-10A

 (or 

FIF-12

) +

 CT-104A

 USB Programming Interface and 

CE60

 Software.

Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here will allow you to derive
maximum performance from your 

VXR-9000

. After reading it, keep this manual handy for quick reference, in case

questions arise later on.

Important Note: Internal service work, programming, and accessory installations should only be performed by your
authorized Vertex Standard Dealer. Dangerous conditions and/or possibly illegal operation may result from improper
setup, programming, or internal modifications.

S

AFETY

/W

ARNING

 

INFORMATION

The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be fixed-mounted on outdoor permanent structures with a
separation distance of at least 1.4 m from all persons during normal operation and must not exceed an antenna
gain of 0 dBd. This device must be restricted to work related operations in an Occupational/Controlled RF
exposure Environment, not exceeding a maximum transmitting duty factor of 50%.  The antenna(s) used with
this device must satisfy the antenna co-location requirements of 47 C.F.R. 1.1307(b)(3).

N

OTICE

!

Do not modify this repeater for any reason.
Refer service of this repeater to qualified technicians only.

When the repeater become abnormal, such as the overheating, smoke smell of burning, etc., turn the main
power switch off and disconnect the Main Power Source connector from the rear of the 

VXR-9000

 imme-

diately. Also disconnect any backup power source you may have connected to the rear of the 

VXR-9000

.

Do not place any combustible material near the repeater.

Do not spray any liquid over the repeater.

Ensure that the power and antenna connections are securely made, using cables with excess capacity for
the power being utilized.

I

NTRODUCTION

1

Summary of Contents for VXR-9000 Series

Page 1: ...VXR 9000 FM REPEATER OPERATING MANUAL VXR 9000 OPERATING MANUAL RACK MOUNT REPEATER Vertex Standard LMR Inc ...

Page 2: ...VXR 9000 FM REPEATER OPERATING MANUAL ...

Page 3: ... operation may result from improper setup programming or internal modifications SAFETY WARNING INFORMATION The antenna s used for this transmitter must be fixed mounted on outdoor permanent structures with a separation distance of at least 1 4 m from all persons during normal operation and must not exceed an antenna gain of 0 dBd This device must be restricted to work related operations in an Occu...

Page 4: ...RTEX STAN DARD dealer to meet your communications net work requirements Note that some functions may require the purchase of optional internal accesso ries The possible PF key features and functions are explained on the pages to follow VOL Knob This control knob adjusts the output level of the front speaker and external speaker jack on the back panel TX Indicator This LED glows red when the repeat...

Page 5: ...to CTCSS DCS Enc to turn the CTCSS DCS Encoder On or Off toggle CTCSS DCS DEC Press or Press and hold in for one second the PF key assigned to CTCSS DCS Dec to turn the CTCSS DCS Decoder On or Off toggle CW ID Press or Press and hold in for one second the PF key assigned to CW ID to turn the CW Identifier feature On or Off toggle When the CW ID feature is set to On your station s callsign will be ...

Page 6: ... or Press and hold in for one second the PF key assigned to Local PTT to enable On or disable Off operation using a PTT switch connected to the front panel s Microphone Jack MONITOR Press or Press and hold in for one second the PF key assigned to Monitor to cancel CTCSS and DCS squelch decoding so as to enable reception of signals present on the channel that do not contain a matching CTCSS tone or...

Page 7: ...witch to transmit the Test Tone Signal as programmed by your VERTEX STANDARD dealer TOT Press or press and hold in one second the PF key as signed to TOT to turn the Time Out Timer feature On or Off toggle When the TOT feature is set to On the repeater will return to the Receive mode automatically after a pre set time of continuous transmission determined via programming by your VERTEX STANDARD de...

Page 8: ...ng an tenna or the TX jack on the duplexer The output impedance requirement is 50 Ohms Main Power Source Connector The primary DC power source should be connected here The power requirements are 13 6 V DC at 12 Amps continuous duty External Speaker Jack This 3 5 mm 2 pin jack provides variable audio output for an external speaker The audio output impedance at this jack is 4 to 16 Ohms and the leve...

Page 9: ...s pin connecting the shield to GND Pin 5 TX ATT This output is intended for controlling an external co axial switching relay It is an open drain output which can sink approx 1 5Awhen active The delay time which is between the repeater cause to transmit mode and this port switches to ground can be programmed by your VERTEX STANDARD dealer Pin 6 DISC OUT ANALOG OUTPUT WIDE BAND 0 3 000 HZ Received s...

Page 10: ...GND Chassis ground for all logic levels and power supply return Pin 22 RXD LOW ANALOG OUTPUT FOR DATA COMMUNICATIONS 300 3 000 Hz This pin is an output for low speed receiving data sig nals with the data being extracted after the de empha sis and low pass filter stages Pin 23 RXD HIGH DIGITAL OUTPUT FOR DATA COMMUNICATIONS This pin is an output for high speed receiving data sig nals with the data ...

Page 11: ...0 Ω at the operating frequency When separate receive and transmit antennas are used high Q narrow band types may serve to minimize interaction NEVER TRANSMIT WITHOUT HAVING A TRANSMIT ANTENNA CONNECTED TO THE TX ANTENNA JACK OF THE REPEATER Equipment Location The VXR 9000 must be installed in a 19 inch Mounting Rack which will allow for free air flow around the heat sink on the rear apron at all t...

Page 12: ...er is operat ing from the Main Power Source a slight charging cur rent will maintain battery charge In the event of an un expected interruption of the Main Power Source the automatic power control circuit will automatically switch the repeater to the backup battery and operation will not be interrupted After prolonged operation from the battery Backup Power Source it should be disconnected from th...

Page 13: ...000075 1 Knob Cap RA0506900 6 Name Plate RA0508500 1 Operating Manual 1 Optional Accessories FIF 9 Inline Interface Box FVP 25 Encryption Unit FVP 35 Rolling Code Encryption Unit MD 12A8J Desktop Microphone FIF 10A USB Programming Interface FIF 12 USB Programming Interface CT 104A PC Programming Cabel for FIF 10A and FIF 12 ...

Page 14: ...communications prod ucts against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a given period of time from the date of purchase Limited Warranty Details North America customers USA and Canada http www vertexstandard com lmr warranty terms aspx Customers outside of North America contact the authorized dealer in your country ...

Page 15: ...VXR 9000 FM REPEATER OPERATING MANUAL Part 15 21 Changes or modifications to this device not expressly ap proved by Vertex Standard could void the user s authorization to operate this device ...

Page 16: ...REPEATER OPERATING MANUAL Copyright 2013 Vertex Standard LMR Inc All rights reserved No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of Vertex Standard LMR Inc Printed in Japan E C 0 4 4 N 1 0 5 ...

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