How to connect the base station communication chassis

How do I connect the service kit to a base station?

You can connect the Service Kit to a base station in Sleep or Deep Sleep mode and log on. The reciter is still able to communicate with the Service Kit when powered by the standby power supply card. The control panel needs to wake up, but the rest of the base station does not change mode.

How does a base station work?

The following sections explain the basic operation of the base station by describing the basic signal paths. On the receiver side, an RF input signal is received via the RF input BNC connector, filtered, amplified then mixed down to the IF frequency.

How do I connect a microphone to a base station?

Plug the microphone into the RJ45 socket on the control panel. Select the base station you wish to transmit on. Turn on the speaker audio for the selected base station. Press the PTT switch on the microphone and make your transmission. Check that: the audio quality on the receiving radio is good.

How do I start a base station setup?

Before starting a base station setup, the user needs to know and understand basic concepts of the base-rover setup. The location is the actual environment in which the base station will be installed. Typically, this means outside in an open sky environment (e.g. on the roof of a building or in an empty field).

How much does a base station CB cost?

HOA and Zoning: Check local regulations and homeowner association rules before installing visible antennas. How much does a complete base station CB setup cost? Basic setups start around $300-500, including radio, antenna, coax, and power supply. Mid-range systems run $500-1000, while premium installations can exceed $2000.

How do I connect a RF reciter to a base station?

The RF input to the base station is via the lower BNC/TNC connector on the rear panel of the reciter. The RF output is via the N-type connector on the rear panel of the PA (refer to Figure 6.7on page 118). We recommend that you use dual-screened coaxial cable such as RG223 for the BNC/TNC connections, and RG214 for the N-type connections.