Page 2 - Contents
RSSB Page 2 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Contents Section Description Page Contents 2 List of tables 6 List of figures 6 Issue status 7 General information 7 1 Introduction 8 1.1 Purpose of this manual 8 1.2 Abbreviations 8 1.3 Definitions 9 2 The GSM-R systems 11 2.1 Network fe...
Page 6 - List of tables
RSSB Page 6 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) List of tables Table 1 - Types of GSM-R calls ............................................................................... 13 Table 2 – Cab radio buttons and what they do ......................................................... 23 Tab...
Page 7 - Issue status; Version; General information
RSSB Page 7 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Issue status Version Status Date 1 Issued for ORG review September 2006 2 Incorporating comments from ORG and further development May 2007 3 Further updates following operational testing and ORG review. September 2007 4 Updated to reflect...
Page 8 - Introduction; Purpose of this manual; Electrical control room
RSSB Page 8 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 1 Introduction A new digital radio communications system is being introduced to the railways of Great Britain. This uses a version of GSM (global system for mobile communications) - the system used by mobile-phone companies. The GSM-R sys...
Page 9 - Definitions
RSSB Page 9 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 1.3 Definitions Call routing Cell-based call routing: A way of making calls to people who are registered based on where the caller is, for example, calls will be routed to the nominated signaller, operations controller or ECO. Cell-based ...
Page 11 - Network features
RSSB Page 11 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 2 The GSM-R systems GSM-R is based on the same technology that is used for public GSM (mobile phone) networks. However there are some extras added for railways. The GSM-R system is made up of a network of radio base stations installed at...
Page 14 - Operational text messages
RSSB Page 14 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) The signaller (or operations controller) will announce, at the beginning of the recording, that the message is a broadcast call and will ensure that the end of the recording is clearly identified. This will make late entrants or those le...
Page 15 - Call routing; ‘Nominated; Call priorities
RSSB Page 15 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 2.5 Call routing The GSM-R network uses a series of base stations located alongside the railway to provide radio coverage. The coverage associated with each base station is commonly known as a cell area. In most instances each cell will ...
Page 16 - Call waiting and call hold
RSSB Page 16 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) The person with ‘Lead Responsibility’ will be responsible for re-establishing communication, for example, in the case of a communication involving a signaller and driver, the signaller would be responsible for re-establishing the communi...
Page 17 - User equipment; Fixed terminal equipment
RSSB Page 17 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 3 GSM-R system users The main purpose of GSM-R is to provide secure communications between train drivers and signallers. However, the following people are also likely to use the system: Signal box supervisors. Network Rail operations...
Page 18 - Figure 2
RSSB Page 18 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Figure 2 – GSM-R fixed terminal 3.1.2 On-train equipment The GSM-R equipment installed in the driving cab includes a cab radio assembly, user interface, handset and cradle, cab loudspeaker, roof-mounted antenna and associated cabling. Th...
Page 19 - Identifying GSM-R areas; Figure 4; Changing between different radio systems
RSSB Page 19 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 4 Where GSM-R works The aim is that GSM-R should cover the whole of the rail network in Great Britain including tunnels and cuttings. The network will be introduced in stages over a number of years. As a result, it will be extended over ...
Page 20 - Registration aliases; Figure 6; Areas not supported by signalling-system based call routing; Figure 7
RSSB Page 20 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) registered with the GSM- R network at the changeover point so that it is on the signaller’s fixed terminal list of trains and mobiles. When operating in an IVRS radio area, and where authorised, the GSM-R cab radio can be used for comm...
Page 21 - Nominated Signaller; Standing at signal operational text message
RSSB Page 21 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) An alternative method has been developed to avoid a driver having to dial the long form 8-digit number. This is achieved by dialling a short code 12nn (the value of ‘nn’ will be allocated on a location specific basis to allow the call to...
Page 22 - Overview of the GSM-R cab radio; Figure 9
RSSB Page 22 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 5 Overview of the GSM-R cab radio This section provides an overview of the GSM-R cab radio and what it does. Figure 9 – The GSM-R cab radio layout and controls Emergency functions Brightness control Test button Menu navigation/ volume co...
Page 23 - Cab radio buttons and what they do
RSSB Page 23 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 5.1 Cab radio buttons and what they do Button name Button What it does Number to Used to enter numbers and alpha digits when registering, onto the display. Also used to enter text when searching the phonebooks. Accept Used to answer call...
Page 24 - Menu display layout
RSSB Page 24 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 5.2 GSM-R cab radio display-screen layouts The cab radio display contains four lines each with 20 characters and has four different screen layouts depending on how you are using the radio. The display modes are: normal mode; shunting mod...
Page 27 - What it does
RSSB Page 27 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Main menu (level 1) Sub menu (level 2) Sub menu (level 3) What it does 1 Calls…. 1 Operations Control - Makes a call to operations control (short dial 1300) 2 ECO - Makes a call to the electrical control operator (short dial 1400) 3 Trai...
Page 28 - Table 3
RSSB Page 28 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Main menu (level 1) Sub menu (level 2) Sub menu (level 3) What it does 3 Sent Messages… List of sent messages Not available 4 Cell Broadcast… List of received messages Not available 7 Retrieve Call - Reconnects a held call In-call menu 1...
Page 29 - Entering service; Preparing the cab radio; Traction unit power on; Test OK; Switching on the
RSSB Page 29 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 6 Entering service 6.1 Preparing the cab radio Before a train enters service, you must check the operational status of any cab radio that is to be used during the journey. This is normally the responsibility of the person who is carrying...
Page 30 - must not
RSSB Page 30 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB Searching networks Please wait If the cab radio does not find coverage at all refer to section 9.2.6. Once the cab radio has found the network it is ready to use (in other words it can make and receive calls). However, if the di...
Page 31 - Speaker volume; Adjusting the handset volume; Handset volume; your
RSSB Page 31 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) not, you must deregister the TRN that is displayed and register the correct train TRN for your journey (see section 6.2.1) provided to you by your company. GSM-R GB 1A26 6.1.4 User adjustable cab radio settings The cab radio has pre-defi...
Page 32 - Adjusting the brightness of the cab radio; Brightness; Cab radio registration
RSSB Page 32 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) In either case, use the appropriate button to increase or reduce the volume. The volume setting bar will change (as does the audible volume, if the relevant audio path is open). If you are in a call, simply pressing the up and down butto...
Page 33 - Location Code; purposes (see Figure 6
RSSB Page 33 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) If it is not possible to register the cab radio then you may need to revert to an alternative secure method of communication for the passing or receiving of operational instructions, as shown in the rule book. If it is not possible t...
Page 34 - Registering with the driver’s key on; Registration code
RSSB Page 34 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) In signal assisted call routing areas there is normally only one train describer berth associated with each signal section and it will always contain the TRN of the first train scheduled to depart. Therefore if you are the driver of th...
Page 35 - GSM-R GB 1A45; Pre-registering the cab radio
RSSB Page 35 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A45 You must make sure that the train reporting number displayed is correct for the journey. If you do not have the TRN, for example the train is not a pre-planned move; you can get the number from the signaller. If there is no...
Page 36 - Deregistering the cab radio; Deregister the cab radio (end of journey)
RSSB Page 36 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Searching networks PR 1A45 990 Please wait Pre-registered Tick to register PR 1A45 990 GSM-R GB If the cab radio has been pre-registered but fails, for any reason, to register when you press the tick key at the start of GSM-R section sig...
Page 37 - Deregister the cab radio (start new journey); Deregistering
RSSB Page 37 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A45 Deregistering...Press tick to retain GSM-R GB 1A45 Deregistering Alternatively, you can use th e “Reg/Dereg” button to deregister, followed by pressing the key. You should observe that the deregistration is successful. Once...
Page 38 - Call signaller button
RSSB Page 38 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 6.4 Keeping registration There might be times when you want to keep the registration, for example, when changing ends on a locomotive or temporarily vacating the cab. Under these circumstances you will still decommission the driving cab ...
Page 39 - Using phonebooks; Phonebook dialling; You will be able to use the Network Rail phonebook by pressing; Using the train operator phonebook; access the operator phonebook press; Keypad dialling; Once you have found the fixed terminal user you
RSSB Page 39 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 6.6 Using phonebooks 6.6.1 Phonebook dialling The design of the cab radio includes a Network Rail phonebook which can store up to 1200 phone numbers. The numbers are those of Network Rail signallers, operations controllers and Electrical...
Page 41 - Using the cab radio to communicate; Receiving a call; Salisbury Panel 1; Salisbury Panel 1
RSSB Page 41 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 7 Using the cab radio to communicate These procedures must be used alongside the rule book. You must always use GSM-R as the normal radio system if it is available for use. That is, if a GSM-R cab radio has been fitted and commissioned i...
Page 42 - Receiving a railway emergency group call; The railway emergency group call is split into three clear phases.
RSSB Page 42 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 7.1.2 Receiving an urgent point-to-point call There may be times when the signaller needs to communicate urgently with you, but the circumstances do not warrant the use of a railway emergency group call. The urgent point-to-point call al...
Page 43 - Phase 1 - the warning; message by pressing the; STOP EMERGENCY
RSSB Page 43 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Phase 1 - the warning All cab radio users in the emergency group call area will hear an alarm and see a warning on the display, even if the radio has not yet been registered. When you receive a railway emergency group call, the cab radio...
Page 44 - Terminating; ‘busy’ on the cab radio display. Holding down the PTT until the other; Phase 3 - ending of the call; The signaller with; “...end of railway emergency group call.”
RSSB Page 44 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A45 Terminating STOP EMERGENCY this case, at the end of the short confirmation tone you will hear a ‘busy’ tone and see the message ‘busy’ on the cab radio display. Holding down the PTT until the other user releases their PTT w...
Page 45 - Connected; Do Not; Receiving another railway emergency group call; Receiving a general broadcast call; “...end of general broadcast.”
RSSB Page 45 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A26 STOP EMERGENCY Connected PTT STOP EMERGENCY GSM-R GB 1A26 Connected General Broadcast Wait until the railway emergency group call has ended and contact the signaller using a point to point call. Do Not move your train until...
Page 46 - Receiving operational text messages; ‘Contact signaller’ message; ‘Contact Train Operator’ control message; Britrail Control; Making calls
RSSB Page 46 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) You must listen to the message being announced and, if necessary, pass on the information to other onboard members of staff or passengers on the train. A broadcast call is normally a pre-recorded announcement and might be joined (or le...
Page 47 - Unable to connect a call
RSSB Page 47 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A26 Signaller Calling GSM-R GB 1A26 Salisbury Panel 1 Connected You must check that the person you are talking to is the same as the one displayed (see section 2.8). You can press the button to cancel a call before it is answer...
Page 48 - Failed to connect; Calling a signal box that has closed; Signaller; display shows an urgent call and the
RSSB Page 48 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A26 Failed to connect 7.3.3 Calling a signal box that has closed If a signal box closes on a line still open to traffic, the signaller in another signal box will normally take over the communication role of that box. In these c...
Page 49 - Railway emergency group call
RSSB Page 49 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A26 Salisbury Panel 1 Connected Urgent If the number you are calling is busy, or the call fails for any reason you will hear an appropriate tone instead of the ringing tone and the display will show the same messages as those f...
Page 51 - Emergency Group; Accidental use of the railway emergency group call; In the event of accidental use:
RSSB Page 51 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A26 Emergency Group Retrying GSM-R GB 1A26 Emergency Group Failed to connect If the railway emergency group call fails to connect you must use an alternative method of communication to contact the signaller. 7.3.7 Accidental us...
Page 52 - Operations Controller; select from the menu. or; Driver to driver communication; uses the “Train Crew” call function in the menu.
RSSB Page 52 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) However, in most circumstances your initial point of contact will be the signaller responsible for controlling the area where you are, so where necessary, you must arrange for the signaller to speak to the ECO on your behalf. The ECO m...
Page 53 - Option 1 - Using the Train Crew Call function.; Lead Driver; Deregister
RSSB Page 53 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Option 2 – uses the “Multiparty call” function in the menu. The following text shows you how to set up driver to driver communication using both options. Note: Driver to Driver communications is the only procedure which requires an eight...
Page 58 - Driver 1 Multiparty interrogation process; To end the call press
RSSB Page 58 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Driver 1 Multiparty interrogation process Driver 2 Receiving a call Either the Lead Driver or Driver 2 can return their handset to the cradle and switch the incoming speech to the cab loudspeaker, ie enter hands-free mode. To end the...
Page 59 - Join Calls; Holding call; Another party putting you on hold; cation you will receive is the ‘on-hold’
RSSB Page 59 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 7.4 Handling several calls (call holding, call waiting, call pre-emption) You may put an existing call on hold to make another call or to answer another incoming call. You have the option to put a point-to-point call on hold to answer ...
Page 60 - Held Call Retrieved
RSSB Page 60 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) GSM-R GB 1A26 Held Call Retrieved When you are retrieved by another party the display will inform you the call is being retrieved. The display will show for five seconds only.
Page 61 - Reconnecting a held call; Answering a waiting call
RSSB Page 61 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 7.4.3 Reconnecting a held call When retrieving a call that you have put on hold you must identify yourself again to the other user. To retrieve a call that is on hold, choose ‘Retrieve Call’ from the main menu press , . 7.4.4 Swapping be...
Page 62 - Sending operational text messages; Standing at signal
RSSB Page 62 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 7.5 Sending operational text messages 7.5.1 Standing at signal You must normally use the standing at signal operational text message to remind the signaller about the presence of your train when standing at a signal at danger. The cab ra...
Page 63 - DSD alarm message
RSSB Page 63 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 7.5.1.2 Signaller calls driver GSM-R GB 1A26 Salisbury panel 1 Incoming call 7.5.1.3 Signaller clears signal The signaller could clear the signal. In this case you will not receive any further communication. Press to clear the display of...
Page 64 - DSD Alarm; The signaller will make the following announcement.
RSSB Page 64 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) When the cab radio receives an incoming PA call, the display will be similar to that described in section 7.1.1. However, once the call is connected, the display will show that the call is connected to the PA. The total duration betwee...
Page 65 - Shunting mode
RSSB Page 65 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 8 Shunting mode 8.1 Introduction Shunting mode is a particular mode of operation where the GSM-R cab radio communicates direct with other GSM-R radios operating in shunting mode by using special group calls. There are no applications of ...
Page 66 - Trouble-shooting guide; Batt; ) a ‘Battery low’ indication will be; Battery low
RSSB Page 66 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 9 Trouble-shooting guide This section describes the action that you can take to identify and overcome possible problems associated with the GSM-R cab radio. 9.1 Losing the main power supply (back-up battery arrangements) If the main powe...
Page 67 - If the radio does not power up correctly; Service-affecting failures; RAM Test failure
RSSB Page 67 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 9.2 If the radio does not power up correctly 9.2.1 Power-up self-test failures If the cab radio fails the power-up self-test, you will see a failure message. W e split failures into service affecting and non-service affecting. 9.2.2 Serv...
Page 69 - Registration problems; Registration failure; Deregistration failed; No PA Reg’d; If
RSSB Page 69 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 9.3 Registration problems 9.3.1 Registration failure GSM-R GB Registration failed1A45 990 Lead Driver If you are still unable to register the cab radio then you must contact the signaller. The signaller may know about a particular proble...
Page 70 - Wrong train reporting number displayed; Registration failed; Press the; Pending registration (trying to register if there is no coverage)
RSSB Page 70 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) If your first attempt to register that led to a ‘duplicate’ used a ‘99x’ then advise the signaller of this and the signaller will provide an alternative ‘99x’ to use. The signaller may be able to clarify that the PA is shown on the fix...
Page 72 - Temporary loss of coverage; Searching networks; No Network message; No network; Receives no response at all.
RSSB Page 72 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) The radio will attempt to de-register the stuck registration when the drivers control panel is re-activated. 9.4 Temporary loss of coverage Searching networks 1A26 Please wait 9.4.1 No Network message No network 1A26 If the train is in...
Page 73 - ‘echocall’; Manually testing the cab radio (maintenance tests); Using the test button; Testing
RSSB Page 73 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) signaller by dialling the signaller’s number, 12nn number, phonebook, sectional appendix or periodic operating notices (PON). Under such circumstances calls will be routed to the nominated signaller who may not be the controlling signa...
Page 74 - Test complete; Tests available through the menu; Option 2 - Handset test
RSSB Page 74 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Test complete Test ok The ‘Test OK’ message will automatically be deleted from the display after five seconds..If the test fails, a message ‘Test failed’ will be shown together with a list of the failed test details. These will be indica...
Page 77 - has been released then ‘Test OK’
RSSB Page 77 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) You have up to 30 seconds in which to release the button or the test will fail. Test OK GSM-R GB 1A51 If the cab radio detects that the ‘urgent priority’ call button has been released then ‘Test OK’ will be displayed. If not a failure ...
Page 78 - Option 5 - Attached systems test; If the test is not successful,
RSSB Page 78 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 9.8.2.5 Option 5 - Attached systems test This test allows you to test the link to all attached systems, for example, an OTDR. Other DCPTesting link If the test is successful, a ‘Link OK’ message is displayed for two seconds and then the ...
Page 79 - PA Tone Test; Connected to PA; Option 7 Version Information; Background testing; Radio failure 01
RSSB Page 79 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 9.8.2.6 Option 6- PA Tests The PA speech test allows you to test the train’s PA system. Two sub menu options are available: a) PA Tone Test This test sets up a repeating tone to allow all PA speakers in the train to be tested by walking ...
Page 80 - Warning; Call divert accidentally left on; Shunt Mode; Divert All Calls
RSSB Page 80 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) You cannot delete these service affecting failure messages, as the cab radio can no longer be used. You must report all service affecting failures to the signaller and act on the instructions that you are given. If the “Radio Failure...
Page 81 - Change Number; This display appears for 5 seconds before clearing.; Cancelling Divert
RSSB Page 81 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 1 De-activate + 2 Change Number... 1 De-activate + 2 Change Number This display appears for 5 seconds before clearing. Msg De-activatedcf Cancelling Divert + You will be presented with two options “1 Deactivate”, press tick to select it ...
Page 82 - Cab radio error messages; Displayed message
RSSB Page 82 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) 9.10 Cab radio error messages Whilst using the GSM-R cab radio you may encounter certain failure or error messages. Table 4 explains the meaning of these messages and, identifies possible causes and potential solutions. Displayed message...
Page 87 - Table 4
RSSB Page 87 of 87 GSM-R user procedures (cab radio Version 2) Displayed message Meaning Possible causes Solution SG fail A reminder that an attempt to send a Standing at signal message has failed. This message is displayed when the earlier Failed message is removed from the display by the cab radio...
