Document PTS-HR-5833/1523-2018-12-13
PTS, Inc.
Operation of PSDS with SINCGARS Radios (Right Side)
SAFETY NOTICE: Power down the radios and ensure the PSDS power switch is in the
off position before installing or connecting radios. Failure to do so may result in
electrical shock.
Basic PSDS Set-Up
Radio Installation
Facing the PSDS take one RT-1523 radio and insert the radio onto the PSDS. Begin by
looking down from the top to align the radio’s rear connector with the PSDS connector.
The user needs to be certain the radio is seated completely; otherwise, the radio will not
power-on. New J1 connectors have a coating on the connector sleeve that will need to
be worn down. During initial usages it is advised to slide the radio on and off the
connector multiple times to wear the coating down. After the coating has been worn
down firmly push the radio onto the PSDS. Visually check the seating from above and
ensure the radio is fully seated. Once the radio is aligned on to the PSDS, the user
needs to be certain the notch on the underside of the radio is aligned with the clamp,
which protrudes up from the PSDS. Now the radio can be locked in place by turning the
thumbscrew clockwise to seat the radio. Repeat this process to mount the radio on the
left side.
RFPA Installation
The user can mount the AM-7238B RFPA after the SINCGARS radio is mounted. Begin
with the RFPA on the right. Lay the RFPA on its side with the heat sink fins facing up on
the top rack of the PSDS with the connector towards the rear. Slide the RFPA onto the
connector. Then lock the RFPA in place with the thumbscrew and clamp.
Antenna & Handset Installation, Radio Configuration
To insure proper operation of an OE-254/GRC antenna be certain to place the antennas
an appropriate distance from the PSDS (per SINCGARS operator’s manual). Connect
the antenna connector to the RT-1523, the J1 connector on the RFPA using the
appropriate W2 cable. Attach the appropriate handset. Inspect the AC power cable for
cuts, frays or other damage. If damaged, replace the power cable. Plug the appropriate
power cable into the back of the PSDS and into the AC power source (grid or generator
power, worldwide). You are now ready to perform radio operations.
Note: The PSDS provides worldwide auto switching power adjustment. As long as the
proper power cable is used for the AC power source, the PSDS will automatically adjust
to the provided input. If the power is “dirty” and experiencing fluctuations, the PSDS will
continually adjust for these changes.
