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- Page 1 User manual Contact customer.service.vdl@technetix.com technetix.com Technetix Group Limited 12/2019 - EN/V10...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
10.1 Device menu ...................................... 15 10.2 Amp header ....................................... 16 10.3 Upstream modules....................................17 10.4 Control modules ....................................19 10.5 Downstream modules ..................................20 10.6 Load backup ..................................... 22 10.7 Compensation settings.................................. 23 11 FAQs ..................................24 Technetix Group Limited 12/2019 - EN/V10... -
Page 3: Safety
* For optimum charging, keep out of sunlight during recharging process Introduction The t-box is a small, portable Wi-Fi configuration unit that allows you to configure DBx nodes and amplifiers via your smartphone, tablet or laptop. The rechargeable device can run back-ups and deploy templates alongside the ability to fine tune settings on touch and non-touchscreen devices. -
Page 4: Supported Devices
■ DBDCM-B2: v2.x Upstream modules ■ DBUS-A-1 ■ DBUS-C-1 ■ DBUS-D-1 ■ DBTX-A-1 Downstream modules ■ DBDS-A-1 ■ DBDS-B-2-x ■ DBDS-B-4-x ■ DBDS-B-5-1 ■ DBDS-B-6-1 ■ DBDS-B-7-x ■ DBDS-D-1 ■ DBDS-F-1 ■ DBDS-F-2 ■ DBDS-F-5-x ■ DBRX-A-1 Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 5: Hardware
The power switch can be found on the right-hand side of the unit. Pressing this once briefly will power up the t-box. The unit can also be shut down via this button by pressing and holding for eight seconds. -
Page 6: Back View
1. Default login username 2. Default login password An information sticker can be found on the back of the t-box; This contains the network name, password and IP address in addition to the admin login information. Please scan the QR code for quick access to the application. -
Page 7: Connection
Connecting your phone/laptop/device to the t-box is achieved via Wi-Fi. After approximately 30 seconds of switching on t-box, it should appear in your list of available networks, as t-box-[unique id]. Select this network and connect to it, using the password provided (default password is ‘technetix’). -
Page 8: Application
Amplifier Configuration: Access the amplifier and fine-tune using an intuitive colour-coded interface. Shutdown: Shutdown or logout of t-box. Shutting down will switch off the t-box unit, logging out will return you to the login screen. Connected: The home screen includes a connection indicator, which displays the current USB connection status to the amplifier. -
Page 9: Battery Status
RED: Critical battery level. Battery status A full charge will typically provide eight hours of use. For charging instructions on the t-box, please see the charging section of the manual. 7.4 Tools Control saved amplifier configurations with the Tools section. - Page 10 To import a backup, head to the ‘Maintenance’ tab, click on the open folder icon. A pop-up window will then appear, displaying your phone/tablet/computer folder structure. Navigate to the location of your saved backup, select ‘Open’ in the window and then ‘Import’ in t-box. Technetix Group Limited...
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Page 11: Administration
To import a backup, select the ‘Maintenance’ tab, click on the open folder icon. A pop-up window will then appear, displaying your phone/tablet/computer folder structure. Navigate to the location of your saved backup, select ‘Open’ in the window and then ‘Import’ in t-box. Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 12: Network Settings
8.2 Network settings Network configuration screen ■ IP address ■ Mask and subnet ■ DHCP IP address range ■ Device’s network name and password Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 13: User Management
Note: always be careful when giving a user administration rights. This gives the user the ability to amend and remove other user profiles, alongside other sensitive data. Deleting users Note: The delete option is not available on smaller screens. Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 14: App Upgrade
App updates are imported here. To apply an update, click on the open folder icon. A pop-up window will then appear, displaying your phone/tablet/computer folder structure. Navigate to the location of your .tbx file, select ‘Open’ in the window and then ‘Apply Update’ in t-box. The page should then fade slightly and display a loading spinner. -
Page 15: Amplifier Wizard
Select an appropriate diplexer type from the select menu, then click ‘Next’ to see a list of Amplifier wizard available options. Click/tap ‘Apply’ to select that template. Click/tap an option to reveal more information. Amplifier wizard Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 16: Amplifier Configurator
Amp header: Displays general amplifier configuration and template information. Tap/click to amend. Modules: View the Upstream, Control Module and Downstream Settings. Tap/Click to adjust these. Amplifier configurator Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 17: Device Menu
FSK here if applicable. Compensation: Change underwater settings. See section ‘Compensation: Sets ATC/AGC/ASLC’. Save Backup: Save a backup of your current amplifier settings, this will then be added to the t-box for later use. Load Backup: Previously saved configurations for the current amplifier type will appear here in a list. -
Page 18: Amp Header
Click these rows of text to edit the ‘Diplexer Type’, ‘End Frequency’ and ‘Template’. Back arrow: Close the pop-up window without updating. Confirm button: Save your changes. Amplifier header pop-up form Note: A DBDCM-C1 control module will not show ‘Address’ and ‘Description’ fields. Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 19: Upstream Modules
RF modules are coloured green, fibre modules are blue with a white label. To edit any of these settings, tap/click the module, this will extend into a form view where you can amend them. Larger screens will display a map, smaller screens display a simplified form. Technetix Group Limited... - Page 20 Adjust using plus/minus or type directly into field. Tap to adjust IDS. Tap to turn ports on/off. Back arrow: Close the pop-up window without updating. Confirm button: Save your changes. Desktop view: On larger screens you will get a different visual Technetix Group Limited...
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Page 21: Control Modules
Tapping/clicking the slider icon turns this on (blue) or off (dark grey). ■ Uptime: The amount of time since last reboot/power cycle. ■ Temperature: Current temperature of the amplifier. ■ PSU 5 V/PSU 24 V: Voltage levels. ■ Firmware: Current firmware version of the control module. Desktop form Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 22: Downstream Modules
The data presented for downstream will vary depending on the amplifier configuration and the modules used. RF modules are coloured orange and fibre modules are blue with a blue label. Downstream modules view Pre-stage attenuator and equaliser Inter-stage attenuator and equaliser High/low power levels Tap/click the module to adjust the settings Technetix Group Limited... - Page 23 Adjust using plus/minus or type directly into field Tap to adjust power usage Back arrow: Close the pop-up window without updating Confirm button: Save your changes Desktop form: On larger screens you will get a different visual Technetix Group Limited...
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Page 24: Load Backup
10.6 Load Backup View and apply previously saved backups here: Click/tap the ‘Backup’ name to reveal more Click/tap ‘Apply’ to select that Creation Delete backup Module pop-up form Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 25: Compensation Settings
10.7 Compensation Settings Different controls are available dependent on which method you choose and the connected amplifier. Dropdown menu: Select a ‘Compensation’ method to get started. Save button: Apply the setting by selecting save. Compensation settings Technetix Group Limited... -
Page 26: Faqs
On a very hot day my t-box has stopped working? In line with all other Li-Ion powered devices (e.g. smartphones, laptops) the t-box must not be stored in an environment above +60ºC. If it has and stopped working, please store out of direct sunlight and wait for it to cool down. - Page 27 Contact customer.service.vdl@technetix.com technetix.com Technetix Group Limited Technetix Group Limited 12/2019 - EN/V10...
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