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USER MANUAL
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Printed: 00.03.22,09:08
Revision Date:3/22/00
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Term
Meaning
Back plane
Multi-layer electronic mounting board the forms the back of the Card-cage
enclosure, and allows for a common interface for the plug in modules
Card-cage
Rack mounted sub-rack assembly, allows the modules to have a common
interface
Control Port
connector
Each RF Module has a communication/set-up port that feeds through the
Back plane, and terminates with a control connector. This port can be used
through a PC to communicate with the RF Module for set-up
Controller Module
Self contained Controller Module that stores, downloads, alters, and monitors
all of the installed modules in the system. This module is optional.
Daisy chained
Multiple Card-cages may be cascaded, or joined to form a large system
Expansion cable
Custom wiring harness to interconnect multiple Card-cages
Hot swap
RF Modules may be inserted or removed while the system is operational
Power Supply
Module
A Self contained Power Supply Module, specifically designed to be inserted
into the LINK
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PS
Public Service Channels
Trunking
A block of reserved channels, usually for public service use
RF Module
A self contained repeater that has been specifically designed to be inserted
into the LINK
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SMR
Acronym for “Special Mobile Radio”.
Spacer Module
A 3 dimensional spacer specifically designed to be inserted into the
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partial systems.
Threshold
The minimum signal level that can be detected
Glossary of Terms
