CommScope ATC200-LITE-USB - Manual (Page 19)

ATC200-LITE-USB Teletilt ® RET System Section 2–Controller Setup
Bulletin 639536 • Revision L October 2014 2-2
IMPORTANT
DISCONNECT THE ATC200-LITE-USB CONTROLLER FROM THE
RET SYSTEM AT THE END OF EACH SESSION TO PREVENT
POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO RET DEVICES.
Figure 2-2. ATC200-LITE-USB Controller Kit.
It is recommended that each actuator be connected to the controller while on the ground and
tested for proper function. The following site antenna/actuator information should be recorded
before the antennas are installed on the tower:
• The serial number for each actuator
• The antenna type (model number) in which the actuator will be operating
• The location the antenna will be positioned at on the tower site
This will assist in configuring the controller to manage tilt operations successfully for each actuator.
A site configuration worksheet is provided at the end of this manual to record the antenna/actuator
information.
2.2 Controller Communication
The controller serves as an interface between a local PC/laptop and the ATM200 RET actuator/
antenna system. The ATC200-LITE-USB controller provides signal level conversion from a PC to
RS–485 (used in the ATM200 actuators), as well as power to the ATM200 actuators that are at-
tached to the antennas. LEDs on the controller are used to indicate power and data communication.
The ATC200-LITE-USB controller is equipped with a USB port, as well as a RS–232 serial port for
flexibility in connecting to a PC. See Figures 2-2 and 2-3.
Note that although data is stored in the actuator, it can not be saved in the controller. All site
information can be saved on the PC (see Section 13).
USB Cable
ATC200-LITE-USB
Controller
dc Power Converter
Power Cord
Power Cord