Operator´s Manual, C-5000 Communication Management Controller

Wulfsberg Electronics Division
A Chelton Group Company
Prescott, AZ 86301

C-5000
COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT CONTROLLER

Operator’s Manual

Manual Number 150-1352-000
Revision C

February 1, 2001


C-5000 CMC OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

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Appendix A Subaudible Tone Codes

Appendix B Wulfsberg Transceiver Frequency
Bands

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Table of Contents
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Section 1 Introduction

Using This Manual.........................................................................................................................................1-1
Contents ...........................................................................................................................................1-1
Audience ..........................................................................................................................................1-2
References........................................................................................................................................1-3
C-5000-Based Transceiver System Overview................................................................................................1-3
Preset Channel Programming ..........................................................................................................1-4
Dual Mic Operation .........................................................................................................................1-5
Recorded Audio Playback................................................................................................................1-5
Automated System Configuration and Programming ......................................................................1-5
Enhanced Operating Modes.............................................................................................................1-5
Scan Function ..................................................................................................................................1-6
Encryption........................................................................................................................................1-6
Channel Memory Discretes..............................................................................................................1-6

Section 2 Getting Started

Powering ON the C-5000...............................................................................................................................2-1
Accessing the Main Page ...............................................................................................................................2-1
Adjusting the Display Brightness...................................................................................................................2-1
Adjusting the Squelch Level ..........................................................................................................................2-2
Enabling/Disabling Dual Mic Operation........................................................................................................2-2
Adjusting the Volume ....................................................................................................................................2-4
Using the C-5000 Control Panel ....................................................................................................................2-4
Using the Numeric/Function Keypad ..............................................................................................2-5
Using the Rotary Dial Controls........................................................................................................2-5
Using the Soft Keys .........................................................................................................................2-6
Using the Display.............................................................................................................................2-6
Powering OFF the C-5000 ...........................................................................................................................2-10

Section 3 Operating the C-5000 CMC in Normal Mode
Using the Display Pages.................................................................................................................................3-1

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Accessing the Display Pages........................................................................................................... 3-2
Overview of the Display Page Features ........................................................................................................ 3-3
Main RT System Availability Indicator .......................................................................................... 3-3
Active RT System Indicator............................................................................................................ 3-4
Transmit Indicator........................................................................................................................... 3-4
Receive Indicator ............................................................................................................................ 3-4
Currently Selected Channel Number............................................................................................... 3-5
Direct Transmit Mode Indicator ..................................................................................................... 3-5
Currently Selected Channel Alphanumeric ID................................................................................ 3-5
Currently Selected Channel Frequency........................................................................................... 3-6
Receive/Transmit Indicator............................................................................................................. 3-6
Guard Receiver Availability Indicator ............................................................................................ 3-7
Tone Indicator................................................................................................................................. 3-7
Transmit Mode (Repeat/Direct) Indicator....................................................................................... 3-8
Active RT Power Level Indicator .................................................................................................. 3-8
Encryption Mode Indicator ............................................................................................................. 3-9
Using the Control Alpha Display Page ....................................................................................................... 3-9
Selecting the Active Main RT System .......................................................................................... 3-10
Selecting the Active Channel ........................................................................................................ 3-10
Cycling Through the Channel Numbers ........................................................................... 3-10
Cycling Through the Alphanumeric IDs .......................................................................... 3-11
Using the Keypad to Change the Channel Number .......................................................... 3-11
Enabling and Disabling RT Systems............................................................................................. 3-12
Selecting a Guard Receiver as the Active Channel ....................................................................... 3-13
Selecting Guard Receiver 2 .............................................................................................. 3-13
Returning to the Main RT System .................................................................................... 3-13
Enabling and Disabling Guard Receivers ..................................................................................... 3-13
Manually Overriding Preset Tones ............................................................................................... 3-14
Manually Setting a CTCSS Tone ..................................................................................... 3-14
Manually Setting a DCS Tone.......................................................................................... 3-15
Manually Setting a Burst Tone......................................................................................... 3-16

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Manually Setting the Preset Trasnmit Tone to Off ...........................................................3-16
Setting the Transmit Mode (Direct/Repeat)...................................................................................3-16
Setting the Active RT Power Level ...............................................................................................3-17
Selecting Voice Encryption ...........................................................................................................3-17

Using the Control Frequency Display Page...............................................................................................3-18
Accessing the Control Frequency Display Page..........................................................................3-18
Operating the System from the Control Frequency Display Page...............................................3-18
Selecting the Preset Frequency ......................................................................................................3-19
Cycling Through the Preset Frequencies...........................................................................3-19
Cycling Through the Channel Numbers............................................................................3-20
Using the Keypad to Change the Frequency .....................................................................3-20
Using the Keypad to Change the Channel Number...........................................................3-21
Using the System Display Page...................................................................................................................3-21
Accessing the System Display Page..............................................................................................3-22
Selecting the Active Main RT System ...........................................................................................3-22
Selecting the Active Channel.........................................................................................................3-23
Cycling Through the Preset Channel Numbers .................................................................3-23
Using the Keypad to Enter a Preset Channel Number.......................................................3-24
Enabling and Disabling RT Systems .............................................................................................3-24
Selecting a Guard Receiver as the Active Channel........................................................................3-24
Selecting Guard Receiver 2 ...............................................................................................3-25
Returning to the Main RT System.....................................................................................3-25
Enabling and Disabling Guard Receivers ......................................................................................3-25
Using the Active/Standby Alpha Display Page..........................................................................................3-26
Accessing the Active/Standby Alpha Display Page ......................................................................3-26
Switching between the Standby Channel and the Active Channel.................................................3-27
Selecting the Active RT System ....................................................................................................3-27
Selecting the Standby RT System..................................................................................................3-27
Selecting the Standby Channel ......................................................................................................3-27
Cycling Through the Channel Numbers............................................................................3-28
Cycling Through the Alphanumeric IDs ...........................................................................3-28

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Using the Keypad to Enter a Preset Channel Number...................................................... 3-28
Using the Active/Standby Frequency Display Page ................................................................................. 3-29
Accessing the Active/Standby Frequency Display Page ............................................................ 3-30
Selecting the Preset Standby Channel and Frequency .................................................................. 3-30
Cycling Through the Preset Frequencies .......................................................................... 3-31
Using the Keypad to Change the Channel ........................................................................ 3-32
Using the Keypad to Change the Frequency .................................................................... 3-32
Using the Dual Mic Alpha Display (Dual Mic Normal Mode )Page ......................................................... 3-32
Accessing the Dual Mic Alpha Display Page ............................................................................. 3-33
Selecting the Primary Mic Active RT System .............................................................................. 3-34
Selecting the Secondary Mic Active RT System .......................................................................... 3-34
Selecting the Primary Mic Active Channel................................................................................... 3-35
Cycling Through the Alphanumeric IDs .......................................................................... 3-36
Using the Keypad to Change the Channel Number .......................................................... 3-36
Selecting the Secondary Mic Active RT Channel......................................................................... 3-36
Using the Dual Alpha Display Page (Dual Mic Optimized Mode) ........................................................... 3-37
Selecting the Primary Mic Active Channel................................................................................... 3-38
Cycling Through the Channel Numbers.......................................................................... 3-38
Selecting the Secondary Mic Active Rt Channel .......................................................................... 3-39
Selecting a Guard Receiver as the Active Channel ....................................................................... 3-39
Enabling and Disabling Guard Receivers ..................................................................................... 3-40
Using the Dual Mic Frequency Display Page ........................................................................................... 3-41
Accessing the Dual Mic Frequency Display Page ..................................................................... 3-42
Selecting the Primary Mic Active Channel and Frequency .......................................................... 3-42
Cycling Through the Preset Frequencies .......................................................................... 3-42
Using the Keypad to Change the Channel ........................................................................ 3-43

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Using the Keypad to Change the Frequency..................................................................................3-44
Selecting the Secondary Mic Active Channel and Frequency .......................................................3-44
Tuning Frequencies Manually......................................................................................................................3-44
Using a Control Page to Tune a Frequency ...................................................................................3-45
Using a Display Page to Select the Manual Mode Frequency .......................................................3-47
Using the Mute Feature................................................................................................................................3-47
Playing Back the Recorded Audio ...............................................................................................................3-48
Using the Phone Patch Feature.....................................................................................................................3-49

Section 4 Operating the C-5000 CMC in Enhanced Modes

Operating the C-5000 in Relay Mode ............................................................................................................4-2
Accessing Relay Mode ....................................................................................................................4-4
Changing the Relay RT Systems .....................................................................................................4-6
Changing the Active RT System......................................................................................................4-6
Switching Between Alphanumeric ID and Frequency Display........................................................4-6
Changing the Active Channel ..........................................................................................................4-6
Changing Relay RT System Channels .............................................................................................4-7
Exiting Relay Mode .........................................................................................................................4-7
Operating the C-5000 in Relay-Simulcast Mode ...........................................................................................4-8
Accessing Relay-Simulcast Mode .................................................................................................4-10
Changing the Relay-Simulcast RT Systems ..................................................................................4-12
Changing the Active RT System....................................................................................................4-12
Changing the Active Channel ........................................................................................................4-12
Switching Between Alphanumeric ID and Frequency Display......................................................4-13
Changing Relay-Simulcast RT System Channels ..........................................................................4-13
Exiting Relay-Simulcast Mode ......................................................................................................4-13
Operating the C-5000 in Simulcast Mode....................................................................................................4-14
Accessing Simulcast Mode ............................................................................................................4-16
Changing the Simulcast RT Systems .............................................................................................4-18
Changing the Active RT System....................................................................................................4-18
Changing the Active Channel ........................................................................................................4-18
Switching Between Alphanumeric ID and Frequency Display......................................................4-19

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Changing Simulcast RT System Channels.................................................................................... 4-19
Temporarily Interrupting Simulcast Mode Operation................................................................... 4-19
Exiting Simulcast Mode................................................................................................................ 4-19
Operating the C-5000 in Repeater Mode..................................................................................................... 4-20
Accessing Repeater Mode............................................................................................................. 4-22
Changing the Receiver RT System ............................................................................................... 4-24
Exiting Repeater Mode ................................................................................................................. 4-24
Operating the C-5000 in Full Duplex Mode................................................................................................ 4-25
Accessing Full Duplex Mode........................................................................................................ 4-26
Changing the Receiver RT System ............................................................................................... 4-28
Exiting Full Duplex Mode ............................................................................................................ 4-28

Section 5 Operating the C-5000 CMC in Scan Mode

Accessing Scan Mode ..................................................................................................................... 5-2
Editing a Scan Group ...................................................................................................................... 5-3
Temporarily Deleting a Scan Channel................................................................................ 5-3
Restoring a Deleted Scan Channel ..................................................................................... 5-3
Reassigning the Second-level Priority Channel.................................................................. 5-4
Exiting Scan Mode.......................................................................................................................... 5-4

Section 6 Configuring the C-5000 CMC

Accessing the Configuration Page Sequence ................................................................................................ 6-2
Configuring RT System #1 ........................................................................................................................... 6-4
Configuring the System #1 RT’s..................................................................................................... 6-4
Configuring the RT System #1 Guard Receivers............................................................................ 6-6
Programming Guard Channel Advanced Features........................................................................ 6-12
Configuring the C-5000 for Tones................................................................................................ 6-15
Reviewing and Saving the RT System #1 Configuration.............................................................. 6-16
Configuring RT System #2 ......................................................................................................................... 6-19
Configuring RT System #3 ......................................................................................................................... 6-20
Configuring the System Precedence Channel ............................................................................................. 6-21
Configuring System Manual Modes............................................................................................................ 6-26
Configuring Passwords ............................................................................................................................... 6-30
Configuring the System Password ................................................................................................ 6-30

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Configuring the Preset Password ...................................................................................................6-33
Configuring Discretes ..................................................................................................................................6-36
Configuring the Display Pages.....................................................................................................................6-39
Configuring Encryption ...............................................................................................................................6-42
Loading the Configuration into Memory .....................................................................................................6-45

Section 7 Programming Presets

Accessing the Program Presets Page Sequence..............................................................................................7-1
Programming Preset Channels .......................................................................................................................7-4
Adding New Preset Channels ..........................................................................................................7-4
Editing Existing Preset Channels.....................................................................................................7-9
Programming Preset Channel Advanced Features .........................................................................7-14
Deleting Preset Channels ...............................................................................................................7-18
Programming Scan Groups ..........................................................................................................................7-20
Adding New Scan Groups .............................................................................................................7-20
Editing Scan Groups ......................................................................................................................7-23
Deleting Scan Groups ....................................................................................................................7-27
Using the Memory Cloning Option..............................................................................................................7-30

Appendix A Subaudible Tone Codes

Appendix B Wulfsberg Transceiver Frequency Bands

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List of Figures
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Figure 1-1 C-5000 RT System Diagram ....................................................................................................... 1-4
Figure 2-1 C-5000 CMC Control Panel ........................................................................................................ 2-5
Figure 2-2 Display Page Menu Diagram....................................................................................................... 2-9
Figure 2-3 Cascading Menu Diagram ........................................................................................................... 2-9
Figure 3-1 Control Alpha Display Page (Typical) ........................................................................................ 3-3
Figure 3-2 Receive Indicator (Example) ....................................................................................................... 3-5
Figure 3-3 Currently Slected Channel Frequency ......................................................................................... 3-6
Figure 3-4 Receive/Transmit Indicator ......................................................................................................... 3-7
Figure 3-5 Encryption Mode Indicator.......................................................................................................... 3-9
Figure 3-6 Control Frequency Display Page (Typical) ............................................................................... 3-19
Figure 3-7 System Display Page (Typical)................................................................................................. 3-22
Figure 3-8 Active/Standby Alpha Display Page (Typical)........................................................................ 3-26
Figure 3-9 Active/Standby Frequency Display Page (Typical) ................................................................ 3-29
Figure 3-10 Dual Mic Alpha Display Page (Dual Mic Normal Mode) ....................................................... 3-33
Figure 3-11 Dual Mic Alpha Display Page (Dual Mic Optimized Mode)................................................... 3-38
Figure 3-12 Dual Mic Frequency Display Page (Typical) .......................................................................... 3-41
Figure 3-13 Control Alpha Display Page in Manual Mode (Typical)......................................................... 3-45
Figure 3-14 Display Pages with Mute Feature (Typical) .............................................................................. 3-48
Figure 4-1 Operating in Relay Mode (Example)........................................................................................... 4-3
Figure 4-2 Relay Mode Display Page (Typical) .......................................................................................... 4-4
Figure 4-3 Accessing the Relay Mode Display Page................................................................................... 4-5
Figure 4-4 Operating in Relay-Simulcast Mode (Example).......................................................................... 4-9
Figure 4-5 Relay-Simulcast Mode Display Page (Typical)....................................................................... 4-10
Figure 4-6 Accessing the Relay-Simulcast Mode Display Page ............................................................... 4-11
Figure 4-7 Operating in Simulcast Mode (Example) .................................................................................. 4-15
Figure 4-8 Simulcast Mode Display Page (Typical) ................................................................................. 4-16
Figure 4-9 Accessing the Simulcast Mode Display Page.......................................................................... 4-17
Figure 4-10 Operating in Repeater Mode (Example).................................................................................... 4-21
Figure 4-11 Repeater Mode Display Page (Typical) .................................................................................. 4-22
Figure 4-12 Accessing the Repeater Mode Display Page........................................................................... 4-23

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Figure 4-13 Operating in Full Duplex Mode (Example)................................................................................4-25
Figure 4-14 Duplex Mode Display Page (Typical) ......................................................................................4-26
Figure 4-15 Accessing the Duplex Mode Display Page...............................................................................4-27
Figure 5-1 Scan Channel Receive Page (Typical) .......................................................................................5-2
Figure 6-1 Configuration Page Sequence Menu ............................................................................................6-1
Figure 6-2 Accessing the Configuration Page Sequence ...............................................................................6-3
Figure 6-3 RT System #1 Configuration Page Sequence...............................................................................6-5
Figure 6-4 System #1 Guard Receiver Configuration Page Sequence...........................................................6-7
Figure 6-5 C-5000 Tone Configuration Page Sequence ..............................................................................6-17
Figure 6-6 Precedence Channel Configuration Page Sequence ...................................................................6-22
Figure 6-7 System Manual Modes Configuration Page Sequence...............................................................6-27
Figure 6-8 System Password Configuration Page Sequence........................................................................6-31
Figure 6-9 Preset Password Configuration Page Sequence..........................................................................6-34
Figure 6-10 Discretes Configuration Page Sequence.....................................................................................6-37
Figure 6-11 Display Page Configuration Page Sequence ..............................................................................6-40
Figure 6-12 Encryption Configuration Page Sequence..................................................................................6-43
Figure 7-1 Accessing the Program Presets Page Sequence............................................................................7-2
Figure 7-2 Adding Preset Channels ...............................................................................................................7-5
Figure 7-3 Editing Preset Channels .............................................................................................................7-10
Figure 7-4 Deleting Preset Channels............................................................................................................7-19
Figure 7-5 Adding Scan Groups ..................................................................................................................7-21
Figure 7-6 Editing Scan Groups...................................................................................................................7-25
Figure 7-7 Deleting Scan Groups.................................................................................................................7-28

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Table 2-1. C-5000 CMC Numeric/Function Keypad ....................................................................................... 2-5
Table 3-1. Display Page Sequence ................................................................................................................... 3-2
Table 3-2. Transmit Indicator Symbols............................................................................................................ 3-5
Table 3-3. Tone Indicator Alphanumerics........................................................................................................ 3-8
Table A-1. C-5000 CTCSS Tone Codes and Burst Tones ................................................................................A-1
Table A-2. C-5000 DCS Tone Codes................................................................................................................A-2
Table B-1. FLEXCOMM I Transceivers ..........................................................................................................B-1
Table B-2. FLITECOMM Transceivers............................................................................................................B-1
Table B-3. FLEXCOMM II Transceivers .........................................................................................................B-1

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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION

This manual contains detailed information required to configure, program, and
operate transceiver systems based on the Wulfsberg C-5000 Communications
Management Controller (CMC).

Using This Manual
The information contained in this manual is comprehensive in scope, and covers
every aspect of using the C-5000. It is designed to be used as a learning tool for
novices and as a reference for experienced users. It is NOT intended to be read
through from start to finish. You should use it to learn the basics of operating
the system, then read only those parts that you need, when you need them.

The following paragraphs give an overview of the contents of this manual, give
suggestions about the appropriate audience for each section, and list additional
Wulfsberg documentation for the C-5000.

CONTENTS

This manual is divided into the following sections:
• Section 1, Introduction (this section), contains an overview of the
contents of this manual, the intended audience, and references to related
documents. It also provides an overview of the components of C-5000-
based transceiver systems.
• Section 2, Getting Started, contains the basic instructions for operating
the C-5000. It describes the C-5000 controls, and introduces the
messages, prompts, and other information you find on the display during
system operation. It also contains instructions for performing basic
operations, such as turning the system ON and OFF, adjusting the
volume, etc.
• Section 3, Operating the C-5000 CMC in Normal Mode, contains
information and procedures you use to operate the C-5000 in normal
receive/transmit mode. It provides an overview and detailed instructions
and procedures for operating the system from each of the seven Display
pages. It also includes procedures for several other operations you
perform in normal operating mode, such as manual frequency tuning.
• Section 4, Operating the C-5000 CMC in Enhanced Modes, contains
information and procedures you use to operate the C-5000 in the
enhanced operating modes (Relay mode, Simulcast mode, Relay-
Simulcast mode, Repeater mode, and Full Duplex mode). A system must
include two or more transceivers to be able to operate in the enhanced
modes.

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• Section 5, Operating the C-5000 CMC in Scan Mode, contains
instructions for using the C-5000 scan feature. It explains how to access
scan mode, select a programmed scan group, temporarily delete scan
channels from a scan group, and exit scan mode.
• Section 6, Configuring the C-5000 CMC, contains the information and
procedures you use to configure the C-5000 after the mechanical and
electrical installation of the system has been completed. During
configuration, you are prompted to enter information about each of the
RT systems installed in your system, as well as information about a
number of optional items.
• Section 7, Programming Presets, contains the instructions and procedures
for programming preset channels and organizing preset channels into scan
groups. It explains how you assign Alphanumeric IDs to make it easier to
identify preset channels and scan groups.
• Appendix A, Subaudible Tone Codes, contains tables listing the C-5000
CTCSS tone codes, Burst tones, and DCS tone codes.
• Appendix B, Wulfsberg Transceiver Frequency Bands, lists the frequency
bands and ranges of all Wulfsberg transceivers used in C-5000-based
systems.

AUDIENCE

This manual is intended for two types of users:
• Operators – pilots or other crew members who use the system to
communicate with other radio-equipped units and locations.
• Installers – technicians who configure the system and program the preset
channels and scan groups.

It does not assume any prior experience with the C-5000 or any other Wulfsberg
product.

All users should read Section 1 to become familiar with the components and
capabilities of C-5000-based transceiver systems.

Operators should read Section 2 to become familiar with the names and
locations of the components of the C-5000 user interface, including the control
panel and the display.

All operators should read the opening paragraphs of Section 3, which describe
the features of the C-5000 display used in normal transmit/receive operations.

NOTE: To operate the system effectively, most operators need only learn how
to use the system main page (the Control Alpha Display page), and
how to tune frequencies manually.

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Operators of multi-radio systems who have some experience operating in normal
mode are ready to use the enhanced modes described in Section 4. Each of the
enhanced modes is covered in a self-contained subsection; you only need to read
about the ones you actually use.

Operators who want to use the C-5000’s scan mode capabilities should read
Section 5.

Installers and technicians responsible for configuring the C-5000 should become
familiar with Section 6. You should use it as a guide while you perform the
procedures it describes step by step.

Likewise, installers and technicians who program the preset channels and scan
groups of a system should use the procedures contained in Section 7.

REFERENCES
C-5000 Installation Manual, Manual Number 150-1355-000

C-5000 Communications Management Controller Quick Reference, 006-08821-
0002

C-5000-Based Transceiver System Overview
The Wulfsberg C-5000 CMC is a microprocessor-based control head device that
allows you to manage, monitor, and transmit over up to three RT systems
independently. The C-5000’s processor board has three card slots. By installing
the appropriate RT interface boards in these slots, the C-5000 can be configured for
FLEXCOMM II transceivers, FLEXCOMM I transceivers, FLITECOMM
transceivers, or a combination of these. Serial RT boards are used to interface with
FLEXCOMM II and FLITECOMM systems, and support one transceiver; parallel
RT boards are used to interface with FLEXCOMM I systems, and support up to
three transceivers (see Figure 1-1).

FLEXCOMM II transceiver installations include the RT-5000 transceiver.
FLEXCOMM I installations can include RT-30, RT-138F, and RT-406F current
production transceivers. They can also include RT-118, RT-138, and RT-450
transceivers, which are no longer manufactured but remain in wide use. In
addition, C-5000-based systems can include FLITECOMM (RT-7200, RT-9600,
and RT-9600F) transceivers, which are also out of production. Hybrid
installations can include combinations of any of these. Figure 1-1 illustrates the
possible combinations of transceiver types.

The Guard Receiver option allows the operator to continuously monitor one or two
channels in addition to the Main RT channels without requiring another complete
radio or pseudo-scanning process.

The FLEXCOMM II RT-5000 is available with an optional Guard Receiver, which
can be specified as a single channel crystal guard (available in three frequency
ranges) or a synthesized 29.7 – 960 MHz receiver. RT-5000’s are equipped with
CTCSS and DCS tones on both the Main and Guard Receivers. RT-5000’s
equipped with synthesized Guard Receivers can be programmed for two Guard
channels.

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FLEXCOMM I transceivers can be specified with a crystal-controlled single-
channel Guard Receiver plug-in module that operates on one customer-specified
frequency (refer to the FLEXCOMM I Installation Manual, Manual Number
150-040011). An optional Guard Receiver CTCSS decoder with programmable
Guard Receiver tone can also be specified.

FLITECOMM transceivers are currently out of production, but remain in wide
use. They were available with crystal-controlled two-channel Guard Receiver
modules. They could be user-specified for any Guard frequency between
138.000 and 173.9950 MHz (RT-7200) or between 150.000 and 173.9975 MHz
(RT-9600/9600F). They are equipped with CTCSS tones on both the Main and
Guard Receivers. Models equipped with Guard Receivers can be programmed
for two Guard channels; however, those with the VP (Voice Protection)
interface option are limited to one Guard channel.

PRESET CHANNEL PROGRAMMING

The C-5000 has expanded memory that can support up to 350 preset channels, plus
three channels for manual frequency selection (one per RT system). In addition, the
C-5000 is available with one or two optional Guard Receiver channels. Each
channel can be configured for independent transmit and receive frequencies, and
subaudible tones (CTCSS, DCS, Burst). In addition to a frequency and a channel
number, each channel can be assigned an Alphanumeric ID of up to eight characters
to make it easier for the operator to identify channels.

Figure 1-1. C-5000 RT System Diagram

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DUAL MIC OPERATION

The C-5000 features two independent microphone inputs and audio outputs that
allow two operators using a single control head to transmit and receive on
separate RT systems simultaneously. This mode of operation is called dual mic

The C-5000 has two dual mic operating modes: Dual Mic Normal mode and
Dual Mic Optimized Mode. You can also disable the dual mic feature.

Dual Mic Normal mode does not change the standard user interface. You can
select it if your C-5000 transceiver system is configured for either two or three
RT systems.

Dual Mic Optimized mode simplifies operation of C-5000-based systems that
are configured for two RT systems. When you select this mode, the C-5000
automatically assigns the primary mic to RT System #1 and the secondary mic
to RT System #2. RT System #1 always appears on the top line of the display,
and RT System #2 is always on the bottom line. In addition, the user interface
has only two Display pages, and the volume of each RT system can be adjusted
independently.

For more information, refer to Enabling/Disabling Dual Mic Operation, in
Section 2.

RECORDED AUDIO PLAYBACK

The C-5000 Recorded Audio Playback feature automatically records the last 15
seconds of every message received on each RT system. A key on the C-5000
control panel allows the operator to select and play back the recorded segment.
For more information, refer to Playing Back the Recorded Audio, in Section 3.

AUTOMATED SYSTEM CONFIGURATION AND PROGRAMMING

The C-5000 incorporates a Data Transfer Port for automating system
configuration and programming. The port is provided for use with the Wulfsberg
C-5000 Memory Cloning Option, a separately purchased kit that allows you to
exchange configuration and channel programming data between a C-5000 and a
PC or between two C-5000’s. For further information, refer to Using the Memory
Cloning Option, in Section 7.

ENHANCED OPERATING MODES

When a C-5000-based transceiver system includes two or more transceivers, the
C-5000’s five enhanced operating modes become available. These include:
• Relay Mode – Allows the operator to establish an automatic radio link
with two or three other locations that have radios tuned to different
frequencies in different frequency bands. Once the link is established, the
locations can communicate without requiring operator intervention.

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• Simulcast Mode – allows the operator to transmit simultaneously to two
or three other locations that have radios tuned to different frequencies.
• Relay-Simulcast Mode – Combines the functions of Relay Mode and
Simulcast Mode. It allows the operator to establish an automatic radio
link with two or three other locations that have radios tuned to different
frequencies, and to transmit to those locations simultaneously.
• Repeater Mode – Allows the system to function as an airborne repeater
between two other locations that have radios tuned to different
frequencies in the same frequency band.
• Duplex Mode – allows you to transmit and receive simultaneously on
different frequencies.

For more information, refer to Section 4, Operating the C-5000 CMC in
Enhanced Mode.

SCAN FUNCTION

The C-5000 scan feature allows the operator to program preset channels into scan
groups of up to 10 channels. The C-5000 supports up to 99 scan groups, which
can be allocated among the configured RT systems as required. Each scan group
can be assigned Alphanumeric ID of up to eight characters to make it easier for
the operator to identify.

For more information, refer to Section 5, Operating the C-5000 CMC in scan
Mode.

ENCRYPTION

The C-5000 supports third-party encryption devices, including Motorola OTAR
and DES, and KY-58-type systems.

CHANNEL MEMORY DISCRETES

The C-5000 provides five Channel Memory Discretes, which are five discrete
lines that carry 0V or +5VDC outputs from the unit. Each line can be
programmed to output a high or low signal for each of the C-5000’s preset
memory channels. In addition, they can be programmed to produce different
outputs when transmitting or receiving.

The Channel Memory Discretes are designed to be used with external devices,
such a tone encoders/decoders, encryption devices, indicator lights, etc. They
allow installers to program the system to switch devices ON and OFF when the
operator transmits or receives.

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SECTION 2
GETTING STARTED
This section contains the basic instructions for operating the Wulfsberg C-5000
Communications Management Controller. It explains how to power the C-5000
system ON, adjust the brightness and volume, use the control panel, navigate
through the menu system, and power the system OFF.

It assumes that your system has been configured in accordance with the
instructions in Section 6, and that it has preset channels programmed in
accordance with Section 7.

Powering ON the C-5000
PUSH ON)
To power the C-5000 ON, press and hold the Inner Volume (PUSH ON
control (see Figure 2-1 on page 2-5) for approximately one second.

While the unit performs a self-test and memory initialization routine, several
version number and copyright pages appear on the display.

When the routine finishes, the Display page that was active when the system
was last powered OFF appears (for more information about the display pages,
refer to Using the Display Pages, in Section 3).

Accessing the Main Page
The system’s main page is the Control Alpha Display page (pictured at
left). To access any of the other features of the C-5000 software, you
begin at the Control Alpha Display page.

To access the Control Alpha Display page directly from any page in the
system, press the * | CLR key (see Figure 2-1 on page 2-1 one or more times.)

NOTE: If you enable Dual Mic Optimized mode (refer to Enabling/Disabling
Dual Mic Operation, on page 2-2, pressing the * | CLR key accesses
the Dual Mic Alpha Display page.

Adjusting the Display Brightness
When you first power ON the C-5000, the display is at its maximum brightness.
To adjust the brightness level, use the following procedure (refer to Figure 2-1):

1. Access the Control Alpha Display page (refer to Accessing the Main
Page, above).

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2. Press the 2 | MENU key once. The Dim Display page (pictured at
left) appears.

3. To lower the display brightness, repeatedly press (or press and hold)
Key.
the lower Soft Key
To increase the display brightness, repeatedly press (or press and
Key.
hold) the upper Soft Key
To maximize the display brightness, press the Inner Volume (PUSH
PUSH
ON)
ON control and hold it for approximately one second.

4. When you have satisfactorily adjusted the display brightness, press
the * | CLR key to return to the Control Alpha Display page.

Adjusting the Squelch Level (RT-5000 Transceivers)
If your installation includes a Wulfsberg RT-5000 transceiver, you can adjust its
squelch level. Use the following procedure:

Page, above).

2. Press the 2 | MENU repeatedly until the Squelch Level
Increase/Decrease page (pictured at left) appears.

This page does not appear if your
system is not configured for an 3. Key.
To increase the squelch level, press the upper Soft Key
RT-5000.
Key.
To decrease the squelch level, press the lower Soft Key
The squelch level increases/decreases one increment and the arrow
changes to an asterisk ( * ) each time you press the key. If you press
and hold the key, the squelch level increases/decreases repeatedly
until you release the key.

4. When you finish making your selection, press the * | CLR key to
return to the Control Alpha Display page.

Enabling/Disabling Dual Mic Operation
The C-5000 dual mic feature allows the system to be configured for two
independent microphone inputs and audio outputs. Dual mic operation allows
two operators to transmit and receive on separate RT systems simultaneously.

The C-5000 has two dual mic operating modes: Dual Mic Normal mode and
Dual Mic Optimized Mode. You can also disable the dual mic feature.

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You can use Dual Mic Normal mode if your C-5000 transceiver system is
configured for either two or three RT systems (refer to Section 6, Configuring
the C-5000 CMC). This allows the operator to specify the RT systems to which
the primary and secondary mics are assigned.

You can select Dual Mic Optimized mode if your C-5000 system is configured
for two RT systems (RT System #1 and RT System #2). In this mode, the
C-5000 automatically assigns the primary mic to RT System #1 and the
secondary mic to RT System #2.

Dual mic operation is not available is your system is configured for only one RT
system, and Optimized mode is not available if your system is configured for
three RT systems.

NOTE: The mode you select determines the pages that are included in the
Display page sequence (refer to Using the Display Pages, in Section 3):
• If you select Dual Mic Normal mode, the Dual Mic Alpha
Display page and the Dual Mic Frequency Display page (if
enabled) are both included in the sequence.
• If you select Dual Mic Optimized mode, only Control Alpha
Display page and the Dual Mic Alpha Display page are
included in the sequence.
• If you disable the dual mic feature, neither dual mic Display
page is included in the sequence.

You use the following procedure to enable dual mic operation and select Dual Mic
Normal mode, select Dual Mic Optimized mode, or disable the dual mic feature:

Page, on page 2-1.

2. Press the 2 | MENU repeatedly until the Dual Mic menu page
(pictured at left) appears.

3. To enable Dual Mic Normal mode, turn the Inner Control (PUSHPUSH
ENTER)
ENTER control to select the NORMAL option. This option is not
available if the C-5000 is configured for only one RT system.
To enable Dual Mic Optimized mode, turn the Inner Control (PUSHPUSH
ENTER)
ENTER control to select the OPT option. This option is not
available if the C-5000 is configured either for one RT system or
three RT systems.
To disable the dual mic feature, turn the Inner Control (PUSH
PUSH
ENTER)
ENTER control to select the OFF option.

4. When you finish making your selection, press the * | CLR key to
return to the Control Alpha Display page.

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Adjusting the Volume
The dual mic operating mode you select (refer to Enabling/Disabling Dual Mic
Operation, on page 2-2) determines how the volume controls work:
• If you selected Dual Mic Normal mode, or if you disable the dual mic
feature, you adjust the receive audio volume of the active RT (and its
PUSH ON)
Guard Receivers, if any) by turning the Inner Volume (PUSH ON
control. The active RT is the one selected for transmitting as well as
receiving in normal operating mode.
NOTE: To allow accurate volume adjustment, press the 7 | TEST key
to disable the squelch control on the active RT system.
Turn the Outer Volume control to adjust the volume of any other RT
systems you are monitoring.
• PUSH ON)
In Dual Mic Optimized mode, the Inner Volume (PUSH ON control
adjusts the volume of RT System #1; the Outer Volume control adjusts
the volume of RT System #2.

Using the C-5000 Control Panel
This section describes the location and functionality of the controls in the
C-5000 control panel. The control panel provides the interface between the
operator and the transceivers in the system. All of the C-5000’s operator
controls are accessed from the control panel on the front of the unit. When the
C-5000 is installed in the aircraft instrument panel, the control panel is the only
part of the system accessible to the operator.

The C-5000 control panel contains the following groups of controls (refer to
Figure 2-1):
• A keypad containing 12 numeric/function keys.
• Two concentric rotary dial controls:
− The Volume controls located below the VOL label near the lower
left corner of the panel. The inner control is labeled PUSH ON.
− The Select controls located below the SEL label near the lower right
of the panel. The inner control is labeled PUSH ENTER.
• Two multi-function soft keys located to the left of the display.
• An electro-luminescent display containing two lines of 20 characters each
• A data transfer port that allows channel programming between a C-5000
and an IBM-compatible PC or data transfer between two C-5000’s.

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Figure 2-1. C-5000 CMC Control Panel

USING THE NUMERIC/FUNCTION KEYPAD

The C-5000 includes a keypad with 12 keys located in the lower center part of
the control panel (refer to Figure 2-1). During normal operation, you use these
keys’ numerical function to select a preset channel or frequency. You can also
use them to perform special functions, such as switching between Direct and
Repeat modes, accessing the Mute feature to block reception from all but the
active channel, etc.

During system configuration and programming, you use the keys to navigate
through the program menu pages and enter information in response to program
prompts.

Table 2-1 lists the keys and briefly describes their functions.

USING THE ROTARY DIAL CONTROLS

The C-5000 includes two concentric rotary dial controls located near the lower
left and right corners of the control panel (refer to Figure 2-1). The Volume
controls are located below the VOL label on the lower left. The Select controls
are located below the SEL label on the lower right

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The Volume controls are used during normal system operation. The Inner
Volume control (labeled PUSH ON) has two functions:
• You press it to switch the C-5000 ON and OFF.
• You turn it to adjust the receive audio volume of the active RT system
(and the system Guard Receivers, if any; refer to Adjusting the Volume,
on page 2-4).

You turn the Outer Volume control to adjust the volume of any other RT
systems you are monitoring.

The Select controls are used during system configuration and programming as
well as entering manual frequencies. The Inner Select control (labeled PUSH
ENTER) has three functions:
• You press it to access a menu page sequence in response to a system prompt.
• You press it to select information entered in response to a system prompt.
• You turn it to change the value of the character at the current cursor location.

You turn the Outer Select control to change the position of the cursor.

USING THE SOFT KEYS

The C-5000 includes two multi-function soft keys located to the left of the
display (refer to Figure 2-1). The soft keys perform different functions
depending on the system’s current operating mode.

For example, when the system is in normal operating mode, you can press the
upper Soft Key to change the active RT system (that is, the system configured
with the channel you want to monitor and transmit over).
USING THE DISPLAY
The C-5000 includes an electro-luminescent display containing two lines of 20
characters each (refer to Figure 2-1). The display provides the following types
of information:
• In normal operating mode (refer to Section 3), the display provides status
information about the Main and Guard Receivers that have been
configured for the system.
For example, it indicates the currently active RT and Guard Receiver
systems, the currently selected Main and Guard Channels, whether the
primary or secondary mic is transmitting, etc.
• In the enhanced operating modes (refer to Section 4) and scan mode
(refer to Section 5), the display provides status information specific to the
current operation.

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Table 2-1. C-5000 CMC Numeric/Function Keypad

Key Function
1 | D/R • Toggles between Direct and Repeat transmission modes.
• When the program displays configuration and programming menu pages, performs an
assigned function (usually BACK, which redisplays the previous menu).
• When the program requires numeric data entry, enters the number 1
2 | MENU • Accesses and steps forward through the configuration and programming menu pages.
• When the program displays configuration and programming menus, performs an assigned
function (usually SEL, which selects the current user entry).
• When the program requires numeric data entry, enters the number 2.
3 | DISP • Accesses and steps forward through the Display pages.
• When the program displays configuration and programming menus, may perform an
assigned function.
4 | MUTE • Toggles between normal audio from all monitored RT’s and audio from the active RT only.
5 | RT • In normal operating mode, allows the operator to enable or disable an RT system or Guard
Receiver.
6 | PLAY • Plays back the recorded portion of the message most recently received by the operator-
selected RT system.
7 | TEST • Disables the squelch control on the active RT system to allow accurate volume adjustment.
• Temporarily displays the frequency of the currently active channel(s).
8 | SCAN • Accesses Scan mode.
* | CLR • Cancels a configuration or programming operation and accesses the Control Alpha
Display page.
• When the program requires numeric data entry, enters the asterisk character ( * ).

9 | PVT • Toggles between normal transmission and voice encryption.
0 | SF • Not implemented at this time.
# | NUM • Enables numeric data entry when the program requires it (for example, for channel or
frequency selection).

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