Anywave ATSC 1KW User manual

ANYWAVE
ATSC 1KW DTV Transmitter
User Manual
Version 1.11
September 12, 2014

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Copyright Notice
Copyright © Anywave Communication Technologies, Inc. 2014, All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, translated, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted into any form or by any means, without the express
written permission of Anywave Communication Technologies, Inc.
FCC Compliance
This equipment complies with relevant portions of Parts 2, 73, & 74 of the FCC rules
governing LPTV operation.
Disclaimer
Information provided by Anywave Communication Technologies is believed to be
accurate and complete; however, no liability can be assumed for its use.
The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied,
by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied
warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or
consequential damages. Information in this document is subject to change without
notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer.
USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A MANNER OTHER THAN DESCRIBED IN THIS
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. CONTACT ANYWAVE WITH ANY QUESTIONS
OR CONCERNS YOU MAY HAVE.
Anywave Communication Technologies Inc.
300 Knightsbridge Parkway, Suite 150, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
http://www.anywavecom.com/en/

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Unpacking
Carefully unpack the equipment and perform a visual inspection to determine if any
apparent damage has occurred during shipment. Please notify the delivery carrier and
Anywave immediately if shipment damage has occurred. Retain all original shipping
materials.
Please locate and reference the Packing Check List to verify you have received all
components of your system. Retain the Packing Check List for future reference.
Also, please identify and remove all packing materials and supports (foam pads, etc.)
prior to initial turn on of the equipment.
Returns and Exchanges
Written approval and a Return Authorization Number (RAN) are required from
Anywave for all equipment returns. Please direct all return inquiries to the Anywave
Service Department at [email protected], providing the Sales Order
number and Serial Number(s) of the equipment. Complete details regarding the nature
and circumstances of your return must be included in your RAN request. Proper
handling and return shipping instructions will be provided with an approved RAN
number.
Technical Support
Technical support and troubleshooting assistance for Anywave Transmitters is
available through theAnywave Service Department during normal business hours (8:00
AM - 5:00 PM CST) at [phone].Email questions to
[email protected].
Note: For all service and support requests, you will need to provide the Serial Number
of the equipment with your Sales Order number. For future reference, please record that
information here:________________________________________

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WARNING
THE VOLTAGES, CURRENTS, AND RF ENERGY IN THIS EQUIPMENT
ARE DANGEROUS. PERSONNEL MUST AT ALL TIMES OBSERVE ALL
SAFETY WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS, AND REGULATIONS.
IN THE CASE OF EMERGENCY, ENSURE THAT ALL POWER HAS BEEN
DISCONNECTED.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE REMOVING COVERS,
ENCLOSURES, OR SHIELDS. DO NOT PERFROM SERVICE ON THE
EQUIPMENT WHEN ALONE OR FATIGUED. KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT
AND DO NOT TAKE RISKS.
This manual is provided as a general guide for trained and qualified personnel well
aware of the dangers inherent in handling potentially hazardous electrical transmission
equipment.
The installation, operation, maintenance and service of this equipment involves risks
both to personnel and equipment, and must ONLY be performed by qualified personnel
exercising due care. Anywave Communication Technologies, Inc. shall not be
responsible for injury or damage resulting from improper handling or from the use of
improperly trained or inexperienced personnel performing such tasks.
All local building and electrical codes as well as fire protection standards must be
observed in the installation and operation of the equipment.

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Contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................7
2 TX System Overview .............................................................................8
3 TX Specifications .................................................................................10
4 Control Unit..........................................................................................11
5 Digital Exciter ......................................................................................14
6 PowerAmplifier –600W.....................................................................16
7 TX System Interconnect Diagram......................................................19
8 Theory of Operation............................................................................20
9 Quick Start Guide................................................................................21
10 RF System Connections.....................................................................22
11 AC Mains Connections......................................................................24
12 Operational Basics.............................................................................26
12.1 TX ON/OFF................................................................................................................26
12.2 RAISE/LOWER POWER...........................................................................................27
12.3 RUNNING CORRECTIONS......................................................................................28
12.4 CALIBRATE EXCITER FWD POWER METER......................................................33
12.5 CALIBRATE TX SYSTEM POWER METERS........................................................34
13 Local (Touch Screen) User Interface................................................42
13.1 HOME SCREEN.........................................................................................................42
13.2A/B EXCITER ICON SCREEN .................................................................................43
13.3AMPLIFIER ICON SCREEN.....................................................................................47
13.4 CONFIG SCREEN .....................................................................................................50

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13.5 LOG SCREEN............................................................................................................59
13.6 CONTROL SCREEN..................................................................................................59
13.7 HELP SCREEN ..........................................................................................................60
13.8 EMERGENCY MODE...............................................................................................61
14 Remote (Web) User Interface ...........................................................62

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1 Introduction
This User Manual contains operational instructions for the Anywave 1KW DTV
Transmitter. Please note that trained and qualified personnel are required to operate
install, maintain, and service this transmission equipment.

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2 TX System Overview
The Anywave ATSC 1KW DTV Transmitter comes in single and dual exciter
configurations. Photos of a single exciter system are shown below (with side panels and
rear door removed). The main subsystems (as seen from the front) include the Exciter,
Controller unit (with a touchscreen LCD, built-in preamp and 2-way splitter), two
600W power amplifiers, an AC Mains Breaker, and a channel mask Band Pass Filter
(BPF) - optional.
Controller
Exciter
PA 1
PA 2
BPF
AC Mains
Breaker

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From the rearview of the TX cabinet, several other main components can be seen which
include an AC Distribution System, 2-way Combiner, 2-port Directional coupler and
Reject Load.
AC Distribution
System
2-Way
Combiner
2-Port
Directional
Coupler
Combiner
Reject Load

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3 TX Specifications
RF Output
Connector: 1 5/8”, 50 Ω
Frequency: 470~860 MHz, in steps of 1 Hz
Rated Power: 1kW (rms)
Level Stability: < ±0.2 dB
MER: > 35 dB
Amplitude Flatness: < ±0.5 dB
Shoulder Level: < - 50 dB (after correction)
Return Loss: > 16 dB
Environment
Operation Temperature: 0 ℃~ +40 ℃
Operation Humidity: < 95 % (non-condensing)
Atmospheric Pressure: 86 kPa ~ 106 kPa
Power Supply
Voltage: 220 VAC, single phase 3-wire (30A)
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 5940 W @ 1170 W output (27 A / 220 V)
Other
Cooling System：Forced air cooling
Control Interface: Front panel, Ethernet and RS232
Size (HxWxD): 1270 mm x 600 mm x 900 mm
Note
1. The electrical interface characteristics are measured under normal conditions. Values may
vary.
2. Operating in abnormal conditions may result in damage to the equipment. Long operating
hours in severe environments may reduce the reliability of the entire system, which may
cause permanent damage to equipment. Make sure all electrical interface characteristics
and environmental parameters are within the defined range listed above before operating
this equipment.