EuroTel ETL0480TBD User manual

Technical Manual
(INSTALLATION & USE)
1 kW UHF TV RF AMPLIFIER ETL0480TBD
EuroTel S.r.l.
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20052 Monza, Italy
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Technical Manual
1 kW UHF B IV-V RF POWER AMPLIFIER ETL0480TBD
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section A- GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................3
I - AMENDMENT RECORD SHEET ........................................................................................3
II - APPROVAL RECORD SHEET ............................................................................................3
III - WARNINGS ..................................................................................................................4
1 ) FIRST AID IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.................................................................4
2 ) EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRED AIR METHOD.............................................. 5
3 ) TREATMENT FOR BURNS..........................................................................................5
Section B- PURPOSE AND PLANNING INFORMATION..............................................................6
I - INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................ 6
II - SCOPE ..........................................................................................................................6
III - COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER ETL0480TBD, 1 kW UHF ............................................ 7
IV - COMPOSITION OF ETL0470, RF AMPLIFIER MODULE 700 W UHF ................................8
V - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................9
1 ) General...................................................................................................................9
2 ) Input Parameters......................................................................................................9
3 ) Output Parameters................................................................................................... 9
4 ) Transmission Quality.............................................................................................. 10
5 ) Dimensions and Weight ......................................................................................... 10
VI - FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................11
1 ) Theory of operation of 1 kW UHF RF Amplifier ETL0480TBD ....................................11
2 ) Theory of operation of 700 W UHF TV RF Amplifier Module ETL0470....................... 12
VII - RF AMPLIFIER CONFIGURATIONS & ORDERING INFORMATION.................................14
Section C- OPERATING INFORMATION .................................................................................15
I - INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................15
1 ) ETL0480TBD R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedure ...................................................15
2 ) Other connections..................................................................................................16
3 ) ETL0470: front panel controls, displays & connectors...............................................17
4 ) ETL0470: rear panel connectors .............................................................................19
5 ) Enable IN/OUT DIN socket .................................................................................... 21
6 ) ALARMS OUT socket .............................................................................................. 21
7 ) SERIAL DATA RS-485 socket ...................................................................................22
8 ) SERIAL DATA COM (RS-232) socket ........................................................................22
9 ) E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK socket............................................................................. 22
II - OPERATING PROCEDURES ..........................................................................................23
1 ) First time operation of ETL0480TBD........................................................................23
2 ) RF Amplifier ETL0470: in case of difficulty ...............................................................24
III - ETL0470 - MULTI-FUNCTION METERING DISPLAY.......................................................24
1 ) Alphanumeric LCD display description .................................................................... 24
2 ) Menu Description...................................................................................................25
3 ) Entering a Menu .................................................................................................... 27
4 ) Example: changing the output power of the ETL0470...............................................28
5 ) Alarm and Warning Thresholds .............................................................................. 29
6 ) Displayed Alarms and Warnings............................................................................. 29
7 ) Warning LED ......................................................................................................... 30
8 ) Data Communication.............................................................................................30
IV - ALIGNMENT & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 31
1 ) ETL0470 - Changing the channel of operation, simplified procedure........................31
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2 ) ETL0480TBD – 1 kW – Replacing one RF Amplifier, simplified procedures................. 32
3 ) ETL0480TBD – 1 kW – Replacing one RF Amplifier, detailed procedure .................... 34
TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure 1: ETL0480TBD-TP Transposer (Exciter + Amplifier).......................................................... 7
Figure 2: UHF TV 700 W RF Power Amplifier Module ETL0470.................................................... 8
Figure 3: ETL0480TBD TV RF Amplifier blocks diagram.............................................................11
Figure 4: ETL0470 RF Amplifier blocks diagram........................................................................13
Figura 5 A.C. Mains distribution module – rear panel ............................................................... 16
Figure 6: Front panel of ETL0470 TV RF Amplifier Module.........................................................18
Figure 7: Rear panel of ETL0470 TV RF Amplifier Module..........................................................20
Figure 8: Enable socket and connector ..................................................................................... 21
Figure 9: ALARMS OUT socket .................................................................................................21
Figure 10: Serial DataRS485 in-out socket............................................................................... 22
Figure 11: Serial Data Com in-out socket ................................................................................. 22
Figure 12: E-LINK SERIAL NETWORK in-out socket....................................................................22
Figure 13: Screen of threshold values and calibration data of RF Amplifier ETL0470................... 33
Figure 14: 3 dB hybrid & gain+ phase equaliser MOE142........................................................ 34
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Section A-GENERAL INFORMATION
I - AMENDMENT RECORD SHEET
When an amendment to this publication is incorporated, the record below is to be completed and
initialed.
Release Language DESCRIPTION AUTHORITY DATE
II - APPROVAL RECORD SHEET
When an approval to this publication is incorporated, the record below is to be completed.
Release Signature AUTHORITY DATE
© EUROTEL S.r.l.
The information contained herein is the property of EUROTEL S.r.l. and is supplied without liability for
errors or omissions and no part may be reproduced, used or disclosed, except as authorized by
contract or other written permission. The copyright and the foregoing restriction on reproduction, use
and disclosure extends to all media in which this information may be embodied, including magnetic or
electronic storage, etc.
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III - WARNINGS
• Observe safety precautions when handling this unit. This equipment operates with dangerous
voltages and currents.
• Always disconnect power before opening covers or removing any part or module of this unit.
• Prior to checking out or working on the switch mode supply, disconnect all the R.F. power
amplifiers. Some of the R.F. power amplifier transistors are encased in Beryllium Oxide (BeO). This
substance is harmless as is, but becomes very dangerous if ground to a powder. These devices,
once failed, cannot be disposed of by normal means and special procedures of disposal must be
observed.
• In any case, but especially when the RF Power Amplifier is operating, do not attempt to remove
and then re-insert the front panel coaxial interconnecting cables of the EXCITER. Although suitable
protection circuitry is in place, sudden loss and re-application of RF drive causes transients that
may damage one or more RF amplification stages.
• In any case, but especially when the RF Power Amplifier is operating, do not change position of the
switch A.G.C. – m.g.c. in the EXCITER. Although suitable protection circuitry is in place, very high
and sudden variations of RF drive cause transients that may damage one or more RF amplification
stages.
1 ) FIRST AID IN CASE OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT TOUCH THE VICTIM WITH YOUR BARE HANDS until the circuit is broken. SWITCH OFF. If
this is not possible, PROTECT YOURSELF with DRY insulating material and pull the victim clear of the
conductor. If breathing has stopped, indicated by unconsciousness, lack of respiratory movements and
a ‘blue’ look to cheeks, lips, ears and nails, START RESUSCITATION AT ONCE.
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2 ) EMERGENCY RESUSCITATION: EXPIRED AIR METHOD
• If possible, lie the victim on his back, with his head slightly higher than his
feet. Clear the mouth and the throat of any obvious obstruction.
• Kneel on one side of the victim, level with his head. LIFT THE JAW AND
TILT THE HEAD BACK AS FAR AS POSSIBLE. (Figures 1a and 1b).
• One of the following may now happen:
⇒ Breathing may begin and consciousness return.
⇒ Breathing may begin, but consciousness may NOT return. Turn the
victim on his side and ensure that the airway is kept clear.
⇒ Breathing may return, but be NOISY, which means that the airway is
not fully clear. Try to clear the airway.
• IF THERE IS NO SIGN OF BREATHING
⇒ Check that the head is still tilted back.
⇒ Take a deep breath.
⇒ Pinch the victim’s nose and blow firmly into his mouth. As you do, his
chest will RISE (figure 2).
⇒ Turn your head away and take another breath, watching for the chest
to FALL (figure 3).
• Start with four quick deep breaths and then continue with one breath every
five seconds (i.e. 12 times a minute). This should be continued until the
victim revives or a doctor certifies death.
• As consciousness returns, the victim will start to breathe on his own and a
‘pink’ color replaces the ‘blue’ look. This is the time to stop resuscitation.
Continue to hold his chin up and so keep the airway clear.
• In the case of injuries to the mouth, it may be necessary to use mouth-to-
nose resuscitation. Seal the victim’s mouth with your cheek and blow firmly
into his nose, proceeding as above.
• In any case it is ESSENTIAL to commence resuscitation WITHOUT DELAY and to send for medical
assistance immediately.
3 ) TREATMENT FOR BURNS
If the victim is also suffering from burns, then, without hindrance to resuscitation, observe the following:
• Do not attempt to remove clothing adhering to the burns.
• If possible, alleviate the pain from the burn part by immersing in cold water.
• If help is available or as soon as resuscitation is no longer required, the wound should be covered
with a DRY clean dressing.
• If help is available or as soon as resuscitation is no longer required, the wound should be covered
with a DRY clean dressing.
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Section B-PURPOSE AND PLANNING INFORMATION
I - INTRODUCTION
• The ETL0470 TV RF Power Amplifier Module provides linear, class “AB” amplification of composite
Vision+Sound TV signals in the standard UHF bands IV & V (470 to 860 MHz). Rated RF output
power is set to 700 W. Nominal input power is 2 W.
• This Power Amplifier Module has been expressly designed to be used in combination with others
700 W Amplifiers:
⇒
⇒
⇒
two power amplifier modules produce an output power in excess of 1kW,
four power amplifiers modules produce an output power in excess of 2 kW,
eight power amplifier modules are combined to produce a nominal output power of 5kW.
• The configuration of two ETL0470 TV RF Power Amplifier Modules is designated model
ETL0480TBD, which comprises two power amplifier modules, two 3 dB hybrids and a band-pass
output filter with a power rating of 1 kW. All these components are housed in a standard 19” metal
cabinet, which provides additional space for the Exciter and for ancillary equipment.
• A transmitter or a Transposer capable of a full 1 kW output can be built using an Exciter of the
ETL0310 (TV Transmitter) family or of the ETL0290 (TV Transposer) family.
• A complete selection of options, together with ordering information, is given at the end of this
Section B.
II - SCOPE
• The scope of this manual is to provide information on the use, operation and maintenance of:
• The 700 W ETL0470 UHF TV RF Power Amplifier Module.
• The 1 kW ETL0480TB UHF TV RF Amplifier.
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III - COMPOSITION OF RF AMPLIFIER ETL0480TBD, 1 kW UHF
• RF Amplifier ETL0480TBD comprises two ETL0470 TV RF Power Amplifier Modules, one input
power divider, one output RF power summer, 50 Ohm balancing load for the hybrid and one
band-pass filter for the attenuation of harmonic and spurious products. All these parts are
assembled into a standard 19” cabinet 1540 mm high (28 Units), which also carries two large
diameter fans for the extraction of hot air. The list of standard parts is as follows.
PARTS SUPPLIED IN THE STANDARD CONFIGURATION QTY MODEL
700 W TV RF Power Amplifiers Modules 2 ETL0470
Input power divider gain and phase equalizer 1 MOE142
3 dB Output power summer 1 ETL2140TA
50 Ohm high power balancing load 1 MODM299
Output directional coupler 1 ETL2141TA
Interconnection cables & accessories kit 1 CAV134
Output band pass filter 1 ETL2139TA
Air extraction fan 2 VEH4E315
Mains transformer 1 SPT036-1
Standard 28 unit rack cabinet 1 MECC000343/EURO
Figure 1: ETL0480TBD-TP Transposer (Exciter + Amplifier)
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IV - COMPOSITION OF ETL0470, RF AMPLIFIER MODULE 700 W UHF
• The ETL0470 TV RF Power Amplifier Module consists of one class “AB” driver stage, that feeds four
class “AB” final RF amplifiers combined. Other parts of this Amplifier are: three identical switch
mode power supply modules, a microprocessor controlled metering, alarm and protection module,
a directional coupler. All these parts are assembled into a standard 4 unit 19 inch rack chassis.
• The four R.F. amplifiers of the output stage are coupled together by means of three suspended
substrate hybrid couplers.
• The R.F. amplifier modules are mounted on a massive heat sink in the bottom part of the cabinet
and the 3 switch mode power supplies are mounted at the upper of the cabinet.
• The modules are:
PARTS SUPPLIED IN THE STANDARD CONFIGURATION QTY MODEL
Class “AB” UHF RF buffer Amplifier module 1 MOE140-C800
Class “AB” UHF RF Amplifier module (4 final Amplifiers) 4 MOE158-B
Switch Mode Power Supply Unit 3 MOE104ABD
Metering, alarm and protection module 1 MOE183
Figure 2: UHF TV 700 W RF Power Amplifier Module ETL0470
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V - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1 ) General
Primary power 400 V Tri-phase. +10% -15% 50 Hz,
Consumption: 3k W @ 50% A.P.L. at 1 kW vision carrier power.
Cooling Forced air.
Operating temperature range -5°C to +45°C.
Storage temperature range -10 to +70°C.
Nominal UHF output power 1kW
2 ) Input Parameters
Input R.F. nominal level 4 W.
Input impedance 50 Ω, unbalanced.
Input return loss <18 dB.
3 ) Output Parameters
Output frequency range BANDS IV-V: 470-860 MHz.
Power gain > 25dB.
Gain flatness <1.5 dB.
Output impedance 50 Ω, unbalanced.
Permissible VSWR <1.5.
Standard Output power 1 kW
Spurious suppression > 60 dB.
Harmonic suppression > 60 dB.
Rejection of out of band IMD products > 60 dB.
I.M.D. Products Suppression
(with driver series ETL0310 or ETL0290)
> 60 dB (-8, -10, -16 dB) @ rated output
power, with pre-correction inserted, system
B/G.
> 60 dB (-6, -10, -17) @ rated output power,
with pre-correction inserted, system I.
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> 60 dB (-6, -13, -17, -20) @ rated output
power, with pre-correction inserted, system I
with Nicam.
4 ) Transmission Quality
(with driver series ETL0310)
Vision weighted S/N ratio (CCIR 567) > 60 dB.
Amplitude Frequency response ± .5 dB within the Vision band.
Group Delay deviations ± 30 Ns within the Vision band.
2T K factor < 1.5%.
Luminance non linearity < 2%.
Differential Gain error < 3%.
Differential Phase error < 3°.
Sync pulse compression < 3%.
Audio frequency S/N ratio > 64 dB @ 50 KHz deviation.
5 ) Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions Standard 19” frame, 40 unit.
H=1540mm, D=800mm, L=565mm
Weight 120 kg.
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VI - FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1 ) Theory of operation of 1 kW UHF RF Amplifier ETL0480TBD
• With reference to the general Blocks diagram, Figure 3, the output signal from the Exciter, at a
nominal level of 4 W, reaches the low power, 3 dB hybrid, which splits the drive into 2 components
of 2 W each. This hybrid incorporates a step attenuator and a step phase shifter to adjust the slight
differences of gain and phase of the two RF Amplifiers. The resultant signals drive the two ETL0470
tandem connected RF Amplifiers to an output level of 600 W each. The 3 dB high power hybrid
connected to the outputs of the two RF Amplifiers sums the output signals to a nominal level of
1kW.
#1
“E”
LINK
RF reflected power
RF forward power
Dir.
Coupler
A
.L.C.
Enable
commands
RF
output
Bpass
filter
3 dB Hybrid
50 Ohm
load
Amplifier
ETL0470TAD
“SLAVE”
#2
Amplifier
ETL0470TAD
“MASTER”
50 Ohm
load
3 dB Hybrid &
gain+phase
equaliser
EXCITER
(external)
RF output
Figure 3: ETL0480TBD TV RF Amplifier blocks diagram
• At the output of the power 3 dB hybrid a directional coupler collects samples of forward & reflected
output power, which are sent to the two ETL0470 RF Amplifiers Modules. Here they are processed
by their internal metering, alarm and protection modules.
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• Even though the two tandem connected RF Amplifiers are perfectly symmetrical, by convention the
RF Amplifier installed in the upper position in the cabinet is called MAIN AMPLIFIER (or N°1
Amplifier) while the one in the lower position is called the SLAVE AMPLIFIER (or N°2 Amplifier).
• The Main Amplifier shows, on its multi-function display, in addition to all parameters previously
mentioned, the final (summed) RF forward power output after the pass-band filter. The Slave Amplifier
shows the final (summed) RF reflected power output after the pass-band filter.
• With reference to the blocks diagram, the Enable and A.L.C. connections are made, and the system
works, as previously described for the single ended ETL0470 RF Amplifier, with the following
differences.
• During the turn-on phase, the Enable commands go from the Exciter to the Main Amplifier and back.
The Slave Amplifier is enabled through a special interconnection link between the Microprocessors of
the two Amplifiers, which is called E-LINK. The E-LINK has also additional functions, as described
below.
• The Exciter is driven by the A.L.C. voltage generated by the Main Amplifier only. Therefore the
Exciter closes the loop by producing enough power to drive the Main Amplifier to the power pre-set
by the operator (600 W nominal, in case of 1 kW output). The Slave Amplifier, which has a closely
equalised gain, will “follow” the same drive, to produce an identical output power. This mode of
operation is very simple and is made possible by the close gain & phase balance between the two
Amplifiers, which is an essential design feature of these products. Any slight residual imbalance
(gain and/or phase) can be compensated by adjustments in the drive hybrid.
• If any protection threshold is reached in only one RF Amplifier the second Amplifier will continue its
work, but in case of excessive RF reflected output power also the second amplifier must be switched
off. This function is obtained through the E-LINK interconnection.
2 ) Theory of operation of 700 W UHF TV RF Amplifier Module ETL0470
• The ETL0470 UHF TV RF Amplifier Module blocks diagram is shown in figure 4.
• The nominal RF input of 2 W, coming from the external Exciter, is amplified by the driver module
MOE140C800, to a nominal level of 40 W.
A directional coupler monitors forward input power to the final stage. D.C. samples of these
quantities are sent to the metering, alarm and protection module.
A four way hybrid divider splits the drive power into four components, that feed four modules
MOE158B, each rated at 200 W (nominal) output. RF output from each module is summed by a
four way hybrid combiner.
The output directional coupler, which is equipped with built-in high sensitivity detectors for forward
and reflected RF power, outputs D.C. samples to the Metering and Protection module.
• The metering, alarm and protection module monitors: the peak and average RF output power, the
peak reflected power and the temperature of the heat sinks. When any one of the pre-set values is
exceeded, the module enters into a warning or into an alarm condition and reduces or disables the
output of the power supplies. When in a disabled alarm condition, the amplifier is automatically
recycled to continuously check the operating status. Once the warning or the alarm condition is
removed, the metering, alarm and protection module returns the power supplies to the normal
operating status.
• The metering outputs of the metering, alarm and protection module feed an alphanumeric display,
located on the front panel. This display provides all the significant electrical parameters: RF power,
temperature, supply voltages and currents and other important information.
• The D.C. supply is distributed in such a way that, if one of the power supplies fails, the driver
Amplifier and 3 of the output stages are still supplied. In this condition, the surviving supplies will
sustain an output current increase of several Amperes and the amplifier output will drop to
approximately 25% rated power, but service will not be disrupted.
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• Should a transistor of one of the RF output stages fail in short circuit, one supply will be shorted out
(the supply will not fail in this condition) and the amplifier output, while dropping, will still be at an
useful level of approximately 25% rated power.
• Should a transistor of the RF driver stage fail in short circuit, one of the fuses in the driver module
will open, and the amplifier output will drop to approximately 50% rated power.
• The yellow LINE LED, when lit, shows presence of A.C. power mains.
• The green ON AIR LED is on when the Amplifier is operating under normal conditions. When the
RF power output drops below approximately half power (- 3 dB threshold), this LED is extinguished.
• The red ALARM LED is normally dark. It turns on to indicate that one alarm has occurred. In this
condition the Metering, alarm and Protection module immediately disables the amplifier.
• The red V.S.W.R. ALARM LED is normally dark. It turns on to indicate that the reflected output
power has risen above a pre-set, critical threshold. In this condition the Metering and Protection
module immediately disables the amplifier.
• The yellow WARNING LED is normally dark. It turns on to indicate that one or more operating
parameters have risen above the normal limiting values. This LED blinks if some past warnings and
alarms are stored in the EEPROM non volatile memory of the microprocessor. This LED turns off
only
RF Drive (A)
Driver
Amp.
Dir.
Coupler
Four way
Hybrid
divider
RF Amp.
RF
Amp
RF Amp.
Dir.
Coupler
Output
Filter
Logic &
Micro
Four way
Hybrid combiner
RF Amp.
Digital
displa
y
RF Out
EXCITER
Figure 4: ETL0470 RF Amplifier blocks diagram
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VII - RF AMPLIFIER CONFIGURATIONS & ORDERING INFORMATION
The model numbers of all EuroTel RF Amplifiers are based on a 15-position code as follows:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
E T L 0 4 8 0 T B DSee
text
See
text See text Spare Spare
• Positions 1to 3are fixed and never change.
• Positions 4 to 7 specify power output and operating class of RF Power Amplifier.
• Positions 8, 9and 10 specify RF band of operation. TA is for UHF, Bands IV & V. TAV is for VHF, Band III.
In UHF, position 10 is not used.
• When the Amplifier is part of a complete Transmitter or Transposer, position 10 in UHF, or 11 in VHF are
used for a separation mark : “ - “, followed, in positions 11 & 12, or 12 & 13 by TX or TP.
• Positions 14 and 15 are spare.
EXAMPLES:
Description Code
Single UHF RF Amplifier, 500 W, class “AB” ETL0470TAD
Single VHF, Band III RF Amplifier, 800 W, class “AB” ETL0470TAV
Complete TV Transposer, Input UHF, output 1 k W UHF (ETL0290TAS+ETL0480TBD) ETL0480TBD-TP
Complete TV Transposer, Input VHF, output 500 W UHF (ETL0290TCS+ETL0470TAD) ETL0470TAD-TP
Complete TV Transmitter, output 1 kW UHF (ETL0310TAS+ETL0480TBD) ETL0480TBD-TX
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Section C-OPERATING INFORMATION
I - INSTALLATION
1 ) ETL0480TBD R. F. Amplifier: mounting procedure
• Due to the weight of the components, the 1 kW UHF Amplifier ETL0480TBD is normally shipped in
3 packages, as follows.
⇒
⇒
⇒
►
QTY 1 wooden crate, or heavy cardboard container, housing the metal cabinet, which is fully
wired and with all ancillaries, such as 3 dB hybrids, loads, filter, etc. already mounted. This
package has the following approximate dimensions and weight: 1750 x 610 x 940 mm. and
55kg.
QTY 2 heavy cardboard boxes, housing the ETL0470 RF Amplifiers. Each box has a weight of
approximately 35 kg and dimensions: 680 x 610 x 350 mm.
A fourth package, can be optionally included, if the Amplifier has been ordered complete with
Exciter. In this case this package consists of a heavy cardboard box, with the following
approximate dimensions and weight: 610 x 570 x 230 mm. and 27 kg.
• Identify, by means of marking stickers on the RF Amplifiers, the Main Amplifier (marked N°1) and the
Slave Amplifier (marked N°2). For the meaning of these denominations, please see this manual,
Section B, “Functional desciption”. Install N°1 in the upper space in the cabinet and N°2 in the lower
space. These spaces are also marked with corresponding stickers pasted on the inside wall of the
cabinet.
• Install the Exciter, if supplied, in the space near the bottom of the cabinet.
• Connect all cables supplied and already wired in the cabinet. In order to simplify this operation,
every cable has stickers at each end. As an additional help, here below is a complete list of all
connections.
 QTY 1 “N” to “N” coaxial cable from Exciter, RF OUTPUT socket to low power 3 dB Hybrid.
 QTY 2 “N” to “N” coaxial cables from low power 3 dB Hybrid to ETL0470 RF Amplifiers, RF
DRIVE IN sockets.
 QTY 2 coaxial cables with 7-16 to 7-16 connectors from ETL0470 RF Amplifiers, RF
OUTPUT sockets, to 3 dB high power hybrid.
 QTY 1 “N” to “N” coaxial cable from balancing output of high power 3 dB hybrid, to 50 Ω
high power load.
NOTE: the coaxial cable to the antenna must be connected to the free end of the directional coupler
with a 7-16 connector.
 QTY 1 BNC to BNC coaxial cable from socket P203 on the rear panel of the Exciter to the
A.L.C. OUT socket of the N°1 RF Amplifier ETL0470.
 QTY 1 interconnection cable between the E-LINK sockets of the two RF Amplifiers ETL0470.
 QTY 1 coaxial cable (SMA on directional coupler and BNC on Amplifier side) between
FORWARD RF OUT of the directional coupler and the FINAL FWD/REFL.INPUT socket of RF
Amplifier N°1.
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Figura 5 A.C. Mains distribution module – rear panel
• Prime power line connection:
Connect the ground rod terminal to ground and the R S and T terminal to the three phases.
• The ETL480TBD RF Amplifier is cooled by forced air stream entering from each front panel
opening of the RF ETL0470 amplifiers. The air is sucked in by one blower installed in the rear of
the rack cabinet. The hot exhaust air is again sucked by another blower installed on the top of the
rack cabinet.
• The air can be ducted externally by means of flexible, lightweight tubing, with a diameter of 350
mm. The maximum allowable ducting length is 5 meters. With longer runs, a suitable depression
must be created by means of an external fan.
2 ) Other connections
• Both the ETL0470 make available external alarm connections by means of hard wired and
insulated relay contacts. Additionally, all significant operating parameters are provided on a
standard RS-232 or RS-485 interface.
• To wire the relay contacts to external circuits, see sub-chapter 10 following and use the ALARMS
OUT socket. Note that contacts are rated 48 V D.C. @ 0.1A maximum.
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3 ) ETL0470: front panel controls, displays & connectors
The front panel of the ETL0470 TV RF AMPLIFIER MODULE is shown in figure 2.
FRONT PANEL ITEM DESCRIPTION
SIGNALS AND
CONNECTIONS R.F. MONITOR BNC socket to monitor the RF output.
SWITCHES I O This switch controls A.C. power to the unit.
PUSH-BUTTONS SELECT Controls the menu levels and is menu driven, as
explained in detail in the “MENU DESCRIPTION”
following.
~
Normally controls the lower row of the display and is
menu driven.
~
Normally controls the upper row of the display and is
menu driven.
PREV. Controls the menu levels and is menu driven, as
explained in detail in the “MENU DESCRIPTION”
following.
DISPLAYS AND LED’s MULTIFUNCTION
METERING DISPLAY
Two row, 16-character alphanumeric display. Shows
levels of: RF output power, supply voltage, supply current
and heats-sink temperature. It also shows warning
conditions, alarm conditions and other information.
LINE LED (YELLOW) Shows presence of mains voltage.
ON AIR LED (GREEN) Indicates that the RF Amplifier is operating normally and
RF output is within limits specified.
ALARM LED (RED) When lit, this LED indicates that one alarm has occurred.
In this condition the Metering, alarm and Protection
module immediately disables the amplifier.
V.S.W.R. ALARM LED
(RED)
As soon as it turns on, the power supply is disabled. This
indicator shows that the reflected RF power alarm has
been triggered.
WARNING LED
(YELLOW)
Indicates one or more warning conditions in act, if
blinking indicates alarm or warning stored in the
EEPROM non-volatile memory.
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Figure 6: Front panel of ETL0470 TV RF Amplifier Module
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4 ) ETL0470: rear panel connectors
The connectors on the rear panel are as follows:
REAR PANEL ITEM DESCRIPTION
SIGNALS AND EXTERNAL
CONNECTIONS
R.F. INPUT R.F. input, type “N” socket. This hole is plugged when
the RF input is installed on the front panel.
R.F. OUTPUT R.F. output, type “N” or 7/16 socket. This hole is
plugged when the RF output is installed on the front
panel.
ENABLE IN/OUT Din type socket used to receive the enable voltage from
the Exciter and to send the ready signal to the Exciter.
ALARMS OUT D type, 25 pin socket. Provides contacts from the
Low Output Power alarm relay and Reflected Power
alarm relay.
E-LINK SERIAL
NETWORK
Type “D”, 9-pin socket, to be connected to the second
amplifier working in tandem configuration.
SERIAL DATA
IN/OUT RS-485
D type 9 pin socket. Sends all amplifier data information
after request from a data gathering external computer.
FINAL FWD/REFL.
INPUT
BNC socket. Auxiliary input to monitor final direct or
reflected power when two twins amplifier work coupled.
A.L.C. OUT BNC socket for connection of A.L.C. to Exciter.
POWER INPUT AC POWER INPUT
Low voltage AC mains socket.
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