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CAB-X Cab Signal Generator
100102-002 AB0
Date: Dec 10, 2008

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CAB-X Cab Signal Generator
Installation Instruction Manual

Contents
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................1
GENERAL INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................1
CAB-X CONFIGURATIONS....................................................................................................................1
CAB-X USE IN REPLACING EXISTING CAB SIGNAL GENERATORS.........................................................1
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................2
MOUNTING...........................................................................................................................................2
AAR TERMINAL CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................3
Power Connections.........................................................................................................................3
Code Input Connections.................................................................................................................4
CAB-X to EC4 Connections........................................................................................................4
CAB-X to EC4 Connections when using an AIM unit.................................................................5
CAB-X and EC5/ElectroLogIXS Connections............................................................................7
CAB-16 Module Connections .....................................................................................................9
VHLC Connections....................................................................................................................10
Code 75/120 Generator Installation..........................................................................................11
Voltage Sense Connections.........................................................................................................12
Voltage Sense Connections - when no Filter Board is present...............................................12
Voltage Sense Connections - when a Filter Board is present.................................................13
Track Output Connections............................................................................................................14
ADJ USTMENT .....................................................................................................................................15
LED INDICATORS..............................................................................................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................18
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................18
APPENDIX A.......................................................................................................................................19
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................19
Physical .........................................................................................................................................19
Environmental ...............................................................................................................................19
Functional......................................................................................................................................19
Power ............................................................................................................................................19
APPENDIX B.......................................................................................................................................20
TABLE OF GE PART NUMBERS WITH DESCRIPTIONS ..........................................................................20
CAB-X Configurations ..................................................................................................................20
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Add-On Boards.............................................................................................................................20
Motion Detector Filter Board.........................................................................................................20


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Introduction
General Introduction
The CAB-X is a cab signal generator used to transmit cab signals to on-board locomotive equipment. Cab signal
generators receive coded pulses fromwayside equipment and then use the coded pulses to modulate low
frequency carriers that are transmitted onto the tracks. Locomotives equipped with cab signal sensing equipment
pick up the cab signals fromthe tracks and process the signals into speed and restriction information.

CAB-X Configurations
The CAB-X comes tuned to transmit a single carrier frequency. Once tuned to a particular carrier frequency
fromthe factory, the CAB-X cannot be retuned to a different frequency without factory modifications. Some of
the carrier frequencies that the CAB-X can be tuned to include: 40hz, 60hz, 83.3hz, 100hz, and 250hz.

CAB-X Use in Replacing Existing Cab Signal Generators
The CAB-X can be used in the same applications as several versions of prior existing cab signal generators. The
following table shows the possible uses of the CAB-X in relation to other cab signal generators.

Existing Cab Signal Generator Equipment CAB-X Equivalent Replacement
CSG-40, 40hz Cab Signal Generator
CAB-X, 40hz
GEPN: 251449-0040
Cab Generator 4-60
CAB-X, 60hz
GEPN: 251449-0060
Electro Cab 61 with Cab Signal Coupler CSC-60
CAB-X, 60hz
GEPN: 251449-0060
CAB 101 Cab Signal Generator with CSC-100 Cab
Signal Coupler
CAB-X, 100hz
GEPN: 251449-0100
CAB 101 Cab Signal Generator with FC-100
100hz Filter Coupler
CAB-X, 100hz
GEPN: 251449-0100
Cab Generator 4-100 None
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Installation
Mounting
The CAB-X can be shelf or wall mounted. Locate the CAB-X in the desired position and secure using the
mounting holes as required. If wall mounting the CAB-X to a suitable piece of plywood, secure the CAB-X
using six #10x3/4 wood screws.

Mounting Holes


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AAR Terminal Connections
There are eight AAR posts across the top of the CAB-X for making connections.

Power Connections

Connect the battery voltage (9-16 VDC) to the B12 and N12 terminals of the CAB-X. Connect the positive side
of the battery supply to B12 terminal and the negative side of the battery supply to N12 terminal.

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Code Input Connections

Connect outputs fromthe wayside code generating equipment to the Code+and Code input terminals of the
CAB-X. See the following sections for specific information related to the type of wayside equipment interfacing
the CAB-X.

CAB-X to EC4 Connections

When connecting the CAB-X to the EC4, connect the positive side of the battery supplying the EC4 to the
Code+terminal and connect the EC4 Cab Control output to the Code- terminal.

WARNING

Using the CAB-X with an AIM and EC4
If an EC4 is used to generate coded inputs and an AIM unit is
connected to the EC4, then an AIM/EC4 Interface Board must be used
when connecting the EC4 to the CAB-X.


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CAB-X to EC4 Connections when using an AIM unit

WARNING

Using the CAB-X with an AIM and EC4
If an EC4 is used to generate coded inputs and an AIM unit is
connected to the EC4, then an AIM/EC4 Interface Board must be used
when connecting the EC4 to the CAB-X.

When connecting the CAB-X to the EC4 when the EC4 is connected to an AIM unit, install an AIM/EC4
Interface Board over the B12, N12, Code+, and Code- terminals as shown in the diagramand photo below.
Then, connect the EC4 Cab Control output to the CODE IN screw terminal on the AIM/EC4 Interface board.

Note: After installing the AIM/EC4 Interface Board onto the CAB-X, power connections will need to be
made to the B12 and N12 CAB-X terminals, but no other connections will need to be made to the
Code+ or Code- CAB-X terminals.

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Figure 1, AIM/EC4 Interface Unit mounted on CAB-X


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CAB-X and EC5/ElectroLogIXS Connections

VTI Module Connections with common battery for EC5 and CAB-X

When connecting the CAB-X to the EC5/ElectroLogIXS VTI module where EC5/ElectroLogIXS and the CAB-
X share a common battery, connect the CAB-X Code+terminal to the positive side of the supply battery (B12)
and the CAB-X Code- terminal to the VTI CAB (+) output.

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VTI Module Connections with different battery for EC5 and CAB-X

When connecting the CAB-X to the EC5/ElectroLogIXS VTI module where the EC5/ElectrologIXS and CAB-
X share different battery supplies, two options of wiring the units are possible. The first option pictured below
is where the EC5 battery (MB12/MN12) is used to power the CAB-X code input. For this option, connect the
CAB-X Code+terminal to the positive side of the EC5/ElectrologIXS battery (MB12) and connect the CAB-X
Code- terminal to the VTI CAB (+) output.

The second option pictured below is where the CAB-X battery (B12/N12) is used to power the CAB-X code
input. For this option, connect the CAB-X Code+terminal to the positive side of the CAB-X battery (B12) and
connect the CAB-X Code- terminal to the VTI CAB (+) output. Also, connect the negative side of the CAB-X
battery (N12) to the VTI CAB (-) output.


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CAB-16 Module Connections

When connecting the CAB-X to the ElectroLogIXS CAB-16 module, connect the CAB-X Code+terminal to
the positive side of the battery supplying power to the ElectroLogIXS and connect the CAB-X Code- terminal to
the CAB-16 CAB OUT output.

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VHLC Connections

When connecting the CAB-X to a VHLC, connect the CAB-X Code+terminal to the positive side of the battery
supplying power to the Cab Signal Section of the CCI Module (i.e. CCI cable designator CSB) and connect
the CAB-X Code- terminal to the desired CAB signal output (i.e. CCI cable designators CSG1 to CSG16).

102-010

VHLC/CCI CAB OUTPUT

B12 N12 Code + Code - Sense + Sense - Track + Track -
Positive Side of Battery
supplying power to the CSG
Section of the CCI Module

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Code 75/120 Generator Installation

When connecting the CAB-X to the Code 75/120 Generator, remove AAR nuts and washers fromthe B12,
N12, Code+and Code- CAB-X terminals. Slide the Code
75/120 Generator over the four terminals and replace the AAR nuts and washers. Secure nuts tightly.

Note: After installing the Code 75/120 Generator onto the CAB-X, power connections will need to be
Made to the B12 and N12 CAB-X terminals, but no other connections will need to be made to the
Code+ or Code- CAB-X terminals.

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Voltage Sense Connections

Some applications of cab signal generators require that the voltage put to the rails by the generator be under 5
volts to keep fromaffecting existing motion detector equipment (e.g. when PMD-1 and PMD-2 motion
detectors are in the cab signaled block). If your installation requires the output voltage to be limited to 5 volts,
then connect to the voltage sense terminals as shown below.

Voltage Sense Connections - when no Filter Board is present

When no special motion detector related filter board is being used at the installation, connect the CAB-X sense
inputs directly to the track outputs. (i.e. connect the Sense+input to the Track+output and the Sense- input to
the Track- output).


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Voltage Sense Connections - when a Filter Board is present

When a special motion detector related filter board is being used at the installation, connect the CAB-X sense
inputs between the filter board and the track connections.

Note: Primary surge protection should be installed on the track wires.

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Track Output Connections

Connect CAB-X track output terminals Track+and Track- to the track wire connections. If the installation
requires the use of a filter board tuned to the frequency of motion detectors in the block, then install the filter
board between the CAB-X and the track as shown.

Note: Primary surge protection should be installed on the track wires.


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Adjustment
Once power and track connections have been made to the CAB-X (and sense connections if sense connections
are required for the application), the output of the CAB-X can be adjusted to be within the desired limits.

WARNING
Defective Insulated Joints and CAB-X Adjustments
Over adjusting the CAB-X output in the presences of defective insulated
joints can cause CAB-X energy to go past insulated joints. Users should
verify that no leakage current from the CAB-X is detected on the other
side of the insulated joints. In general, insulated joints should be
periodically tested to maintain track circuit separation.
.

1. With the CAB-X not generating any cab output, connect an ammeter at the entrance to the approach (i.e. the
opposite end of the block fromwhere the CAB-X connects to the track). Measure the current across the
rails and record the value. (The ammeter should be able to read up to 10 amps)

2. Now cause the CAB-X to continuously generate the cab signal carrier. If the attached coding equipment is
not capable of inducing a constant carrier mode by holding the CAB-X code input high, then disconnect the
coding equipment fromthe Code+ and Code- terminals and install jumpers fromB12 to Code + and from
N12 to Code- to produce a continuous ON state.

**IMPORTANT** Be sure you remove any existing connections to the Code+ and Code- before
installing jumpers from B12 to Code+ and from N12 to Code-. If the Code 75/120 Generator is
installed, be sure the CODE 75 and CODE 120 wires are disconnected from the generator.

3. With the CAB-X outputting constant carrier to the rails, re-measure the current at the entrance to the
approach and record the value.

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4. Subtract the current fromthe measurement in step 1 (i.e. without the CAB-X on) fromthe measurement in
step 3 (i.e. with the CAB-X continuously on) to get the resulting CAB-X current.

Current Measurement from Step 3: x.xx amps
Minus (-)
Current Measurement from Step 1: x.xx amps
Equals ===============
CAB-X Output Current x.xx amps

5. Repeat steps above as necessary as you adjust the CAB-X output power between min and max to get
the desired output current fromthe CAB-X. Start at the low settings and only adjust the output up until the
desired output current is reached.


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LED Indicators
There are three LED indicators on the front of the CAB-X that indicate various states of operation to the
user.

ON State Off State
Power LED Indicates CAB-X is supplied with
power on B12/N12 terminals and
the fuse is good.
Indicates no power is being supplied to the
CAB-X or the fuse is blown.
Indicates CAB-X is outputting the
carrier frequency to the
Track+/Track- terminals
Indicates no carrier frequency is being
output on the Track+/Track- terminals by
the CAB-X
Carrier On LED
Note: The Carrier On LED will flash at the code rate being output when
operating properly.
Indicates the CAB-X is receiving
a code ON pulse through the
Code+/Code- terminals.
Indicates no ON code pulse is being
received on the Code+/Code- terminals by
the CAB-X
Code Pulse LED
Note: The Code Pulse LED will flash at the code rate being received when
operating properly.

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Troubleshooting

Symptoms Potential Cause Action
Power LED is dark,
Unit is not operating
Power is not getting to unit Verify B12/N12 connections;
Verify voltage at B12/N12 is
between 9-16VDC;
Verify integrity of fuse mounted
near B12/N12 terminals (replace
with 15 amp automotive fuse);
Carrier ON LED stays dark Code inputs not being received
on Code+/Code- terminals
Verify Code+/Code- connections;
Verify voltage of code ON pulse
is greater than 4VDC;
Code Pulse LED stays dark Code inputs not being received
on Code+/Code- terminals
Verify Code+/Code- connections;
Verify voltage of code ON pulse
is greater than 4VDC;
CAB-X is outputting too much
voltage to the track;
Verify Sense+/Sense-
connections;

Motion detector equipment in the
cab signal block is dropping out
when the CAB-X is coding.
Improper or no filter board is
being used;
Verify proper filter board is being
used for the frequency of the
motion detector(s)
Cab signal is not being picked up
by on-board train equipment
CAB-X output is improperly
adjusted.
Verify CAB-X output is adjusted
to proper limits (see Adjustment
section for adjustment details);

Maintenance
After correctly adjusting the unit per the Adjustment section, no further maintenance of the unit is required. If
the CAB-X fails to operate and cannot be corrected by the troubleshooting guide, then the unit should be
removed fromservice, replaced, and returned for repair.


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Appendix A

Specifications
Physical
Height 13.75 inches
Width 12.5 inches
Depth 6.5 inches
Weight ~30 pounds

Environmental
Operating Temperature Range -40 to +70 C
Vibration and Shock AREMA Standard, Class C

Functional
Output Carrier Frequencies Factory Configurable to any of the following:
40hz
60hz
83.3hz
100hz
250hz
Output Power Adjustable up to 25 watts max
Output Voltage Can be limited to 5V using the Sense wire inputs.
Code Input Voltage Requirements 4 16 VDC considered ON
0 3 VDC considered OFF

Power
Operating Voltage 9-16VDC
Maximum Current Draw 10 amps

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Appendix B

Table of GE Part Numbers with Descriptions
CAB-X Configurations
251449-0040 CAB-X, 40hz configuration

Add-On Boards
227623-000 AIM/EC4 Interface Board
251023-000 Code 75/120 Generator

Motion Detector Filter Board
226664-000
201591-002
201591-003
201591-004
201591-005
201591-006
201591-007
Filter Board
151hz Filter
210hz Filter
326hz Filter
522hz Filter
560hz Filter
881hz Filter

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